Redding public meetings in 2022

Administrative Hearings Board - Regular Meeting

The Redding Administrative Hearings Board will hold a public hearing on an appeal by Victoria Hughot of Administrative Citation C-2281 for parking on an unpaved surface at 1913 Kinvarra Way, in violation of Redding Municipal Code § 18.41.080. The Code Enforcement Division recommends the board affirm the citation and adopt the proposed hearing order. The board will also discuss and accept a status report on pending orders and the 2023 hearing calendar.

• Appeal of Administrative Citation C-2281 for parking on unpaved surface at 1913 Kinvarra Way
• Recommendation to affirm citation and adopt proposed Administrative Hearing Order
• Discussion and acceptance of status report on pending orders
• Discussion and acceptance of 2023 Administrative Hearings Board calendar

The Administrative Hearings Board voted to uphold an appeal and dismiss a code enforcement citation for a property at 1913 Kinvarra Way. The Board also approved previous meeting minutes and the 2023 meeting calendar.

• Dismissed Administrative Citation C-2281 for 1913 Kinvarra Way (2-1)
• Approved November 16, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved November 30, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Accepted December 2022 Status Report for Pending Orders
• Accepted 2023 Administrative Hearings Board meeting schedule (unanimous)

Board of Administrative Review - Regular Meeting

The Board of Administrative Review will hold a public hearing on Parcel Map Application PM-2022-00949, which would divide the 8.91-acre Westwood Village Shopping Center at 6392 Westside Road into five lots. Staff recommends approving the map, finding the project exempt from CEQA, and adopting conditions of approval. The board will also take public comment on non-agendized matters.

• Parcel Map PM-2022-00949 to divide 8.91 acres into 5 lots at 6392 Westside Road
• CEQA exemption under common sense exemption (Section 15061(b)(3))
• Conditions include shared parking and maintenance agreements
• Buildings on parcels 3, 4, 5 must meet California Building Code before phase 2 recordation
• Public hearing and potential approval of the parcel map

The Board of Administrative Review approved Parcel Map PM-2022-00949 for property at 6392 Westside Road. The board determined the project is exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) and found the necessary findings for approval were in evidence.

• Approved Parcel Map PM-2022-00949 to divide 8.91 acres into five lots (3-0)
• Determined project at 6392 Westside Road is exempt from CEQA (3-0)

Redding City Council - Special Meeting - Closed Session

This is a special closed-session meeting where the Redding City Council will discuss existing litigation (Lang v. City of Redding) and labor negotiations with three employee organizations. No public decisions are expected, and any reportable action will be announced after the closed session.

• Closed session on Lang v. City of Redding, Shasta County Superior Court Case No. 193947
• Closed session on labor negotiations with IAFF Local 1934, IBEW Electric Employees, and UPEC Technical Unit

The City Council met in a special closed session to discuss existing litigation and labor negotiations. No reportable actions were taken on these items.

• No reportable action taken regarding Lang v. City of Redding litigation
• No reportable action taken regarding conferences with labor negotiators

Redding City Council - Regular Meeting

The Redding City Council will consider establishing a position on the Redding Rancheria's fee-to-trust application for 228.64 acres south of Bechelli Lane, and will decide on approving the Mark Street Emergency Housing Site with a contract for United Way to operate it. The consent calendar includes several routine items such as approving contracts, accepting subdivision improvements, and adopting resolutions.

• Redding Rancheria fee-to-trust application for 228.64 acres
• Mark Street Emergency Housing Site with United Way contract up to $150,000
• Alturas Crossing I Project loan increase of $1,494,416
• Sole-source purchase of Type III wildland engine for $450,000
• Woodacre Sewer Main Replacement Project award of $783,954

The City Council approved a contract with United Way to operate an emergency housing site with eight sleeping cabins on Mark Street. The Council also voted to maintain its opposition to a Fee-to-Trust Application for a Redding Rancheria casino. Additionally, the city authorized the hiring of two Crisis Intervention Response Team officers.

• Approved Mark Street Emergency Housing Site contract with United Way not to exceed $150,000 (3-1)
• Reaffirmed opposition to Redding Rancheria Fee-to-Trust Application for land south of Bechelli Lane (3-1)
• Approved hiring two full-time Crisis Intervention Response Team (CIRT) Officers and appropriated $156,070 (4-0)
• Approved $1.49M loan increase for Alturas Crossing I Project (4-0)
• Authorized purchase of one Type III wildland engine for up to $450,000 (4-0)
• Awarded architectural services for Fire Stations Assessment and Modernization Project to NMR for up to $297,950 (4-0)
• Awarded Woodacre Sewer Main Replacement Project to Mitchell Johnson Construction, Inc. for $783,954 (4-0)
• Approved 180-day wait period exception to rehire Jules Marchesseault as Electric Manager-Engineering (4-0)

Redding Area Bus Authority - Regular Meeting

The Tree Management Ordinance Update Committee will hold a public hearing to confirm its meeting schedule and approve two additional dates in 2023. It will also receive an informational presentation on the City of Redding's Tree Management Ordinance and related examples. No other substantive actions are on the agenda.

• Public hearing to approve additional meeting dates: March 17, 2023 and April 3, 2023, at 5:30pm in the Civic Center Community Room
• Presentation: Overview of City of Redding Tree Management Ordinance (Chapter 18.45) and related examples

Community Services Advisory Commission - Regular Meeting

The Community Services Advisory Commission will consider the draft Recreation Element of the City of Redding's General Plan, a Park Facilities Naming Policy, and receive updates on South City Park and Caldwell Park. The consent calendar includes routine reports on parks maintenance, recreation activities, action plan status, grants and donations, and the 2023 meeting calendar. A presentation on grant programming at the Martin Luther King Jr. Center is also scheduled.

• Consideration of Draft Recreation Element of the General Plan
• Consideration of Park Facilities Naming Policy
• South City Park Update (Council approved conceptual site plan Dec 6)
• Caldwell Park Update (bike park and improvements in design)
• Grants and donations total $25,313,173 as of 12/6/2022

The Commission approved a draft of the Recreation Element of the General Plan for recommendation to the Planning Commission. It also approved a draft Park Facilities Naming Policy for recommendation to the City Council. Additionally, the body approved the November 2022 consent calendar.

• Approved November 2022 Consent Calendar (5-0)
• Recommended draft Recreation Element of the General Plan in concept with minor staff adjustments (5-0)
• Approved draft Park Facilities Naming Policy for recommendation to City Council with specific revisions (5-0)

Redding Planning Commission - Regular Meeting

The Redding Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on Bethel Church's request to amend its approved planned development to allow a larger facility at 2080 Collyer Drive. The commission will also consider a rezoning application regarding short-term rental requirements, which is recommended to be continued to the January 10, 2023 meeting.

• Public hearing on Bethel Church amendment to increase building area by 36,383 sq ft to 208,192 sq ft
• Addendum to 2017 EIR for Bethel Church project
• Rezoning application for short-term rental ordinance changes (continued to January 10, 2023)
• Approval of minutes from October 25, 2022 meeting

The Commission approved an amendment for the Bethel Church Collyer Drive Campus to allow a 208,192-square-foot facility. A proposed amendment to short-term rental requirements was continued to a future meeting.

• Approved Amendment Application AMND-2020-01709 for Bethel Church Collyer Drive Campus (4-0)
• Adopted the addendum to the final EIR for the Bethel Church project (4-0)
• Continued short-term rental ordinance amendment RZ-2022-02356 to January 10, 2023 (5-0)
• Approved minutes of the October 25, 2022 meeting (unanimous)

Redding City Council - Special Meeting - Closed Session

This is a special closed-session meeting of the Redding City Council. The only item is a conference with the city's labor negotiator regarding employee organizations representing firefighters, electric workers, and technical employees. No public decisions are scheduled; any reportable action will be announced after the closed session.

• Closed session under Gov. Code 54957.6 for labor negotiations with IAFF Local 1934, IBEW Electric Employees, and UPEC Technical Unit
• Designated negotiator: Assistant City Manager/Personnel Director DeMaagd
• Teleconference participation by Mayor Pro Tempore Tenessa Audette from Banff, Canada

The City Council held a special meeting in closed session to confer with labor negotiators. No reportable action was taken regarding the employee organizations discussed.

• No reportable action taken regarding conference with Brotherhood of Electrical Workers AFL-CIO and United Public Employees of California

Shasta Public Library Citizens Advisory Committee - Regular Meeting

The Redding Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on a proposed amendment to Bethel Church's planned development permit, which would increase the building area of its Collyer Drive campus from 171,708 to 208,192 square feet. The commission will also consider a rezoning application related to short-term rental requirements, but will likely continue that item to a later meeting. The meeting includes approval of minutes and public comment.

• Public hearing on Amendment AMND-2020-01709 to Planned Development PD-2015-00304 for Bethel Church, 2080 Collyer Drive, to allow a 208,192-square-foot facility (increase of 36,383 sq ft).
• Public hearing on Rezoning Application RZ-2022-02356 to amend short-term rental requirements (Section 18.43.180), recommended to be continued to January 10, 2023.
• Approval of minutes from October 25, 2022 meeting.
• No consent calendar items.

The Planning Commission approved an amendment for the Bethel Church Collyer Drive Campus to increase the facility size to 208,192 square feet. The commission also voted to postpone a decision on short-term rental ordinance modifications.

• Approved Amendment Application AMND-2020-01709 for Bethel Church Collyer Drive Campus (4-0)
• Adopted the addendum to the final EIR for the Bethel Church project (4-0)
• Continued Rezoning Application RZ-2022-02356 regarding short-term rental requirements to January 10, 2023 (5-0)
• Approved minutes of the October 25, 2022 meeting (unanimous)

Board of Administrative Review - Regular Meeting

The Redding Board of Administrative Review will hold public hearings on four development applications: an amendment to allow a 3,100-square-foot meat processing addition to Kent's Meats and Groceries, a site development permit for a virtual reality arcade, a parcel map to subdivide a 3.6-acre parcel, and a site development permit for a 27,500-square-foot mini-storage facility. The board will decide whether to approve each project, with staff recommending approval and CEQA exemptions for all.

• Amendment AMND-2021-01779: 3,100 sq ft addition to Kent's Meats at 8080 Airport Road
• SDP-2022-01730: Virtual reality arcade at 1720 Market Street
• PM-2022-01723: Subdivide 3.6-acre parcel at 905 E. Cypress Avenue into three parcels
• SDP-2021-01112: 27,500 sq ft mini-storage at 6401-6431 Eastside Road
• All projects recommended as categorically exempt from CEQA

The Board of Administrative Review approved a building addition, a virtual reality arcade, a parcel subdivision, and a mini-storage facility. All four projects were determined to be categorically exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA).

• Approved building addition of approx. 3,100 sq ft at 8080 Airport Road (3-0)
• Approved virtual reality arcade at 1720 Market Street (3-0)
• Approved subdivision of 3.6-acre parcel into three parcels at 905 E. Cypress Avenue (3-0)
• Approved 27,500 sq ft mini-storage facility and office at 6401, 6411, 6421, and 6431 Eastside Road (3-0)

Redding City Council - Regular Meeting

The Redding City Council will certify the November 8, 2022 election results, swear in newly elected members and the City Clerk, and select a new Mayor, Vice Mayor, and Mayor Pro Tempore. The council will also consider several routine consent items, including contracts for engineering, equipment, and services, as well as a grant application for South City Park improvements.

• Certify election results: Michael Dacquisto, Tenessa Audette, Jack Munns elected to Council; Pamela Mize elected City Clerk; Measure A (appointed clerk/treasurer) failed
• Contract with Ulteig Engineers, Inc. for $341,900 to design a new 115/12kV substation in East Redding
• Award bid to Anixter, Inc. for residential electric meters, annual cost $334,570, with possible extensions through 2027
• Approve $456,333 award to Conti, LLC for Council Chambers audio-visual upgrade, plus additional fees and contingency
• Authorize $3.5 million grant application for South City Park improvements

The City Council certified the November 8, 2022, election results and swore in new members. The council reorganized its leadership, appointing Michael Dacquisto as Mayor. Several municipal code ordinances and utility contracts were also approved.

• Certified November 8, 2022, election results (5-0)
• Appointed Michael Dacquisto as Mayor, Mark Mezzano as Vice Mayor, and Tenessa Audette as Mayor Pro Tempore (4-1)
• Approved $3.5M grant application and conceptual plan for South City Park improvements (3-2)
• Approved $341,900 contract with Ulteig Engineers, Inc. for an electric substation design (5-0)
• Awarded $334,570 annual contract to Anixter, Inc. for electric meters (5-0)
• Approved $456,333 award to Conti, LLC for Council Chambers audio visual upgrades (5-0)
• Approved $450,000 for Cisco and Palo Alto networking equipment for Water Utility (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 2655 and 2657 amending building and fire codes (5-0)

City of Redding Tree Management Ordinance Update Committee - Special Meeting

This is the first special meeting of the Tree Management Ordinance Update Committee, which will affirm new members, elect a chair, and establish a meeting schedule. The committee will also receive an overview of the Brown Act and its purpose and goals. No substantive ordinance decisions are on the agenda.

• Election of committee chair
• Establishment of meeting schedule
• Affirmation of new committee members
• Overview of Brown Act and committee purpose

Administrative Hearings Board - Special Meeting

The board met in closed session to discuss legal counsel regarding City of Redding v. Slo Electro, LLC. The City Attorney announced that no reportable action resulted from the session.

• No reportable action taken regarding City of Redding v. Slo Electro, LLC

Redding Planning Commission - Regular Meeting

The Administrative Hearings Board met for a special session. The board held a closed session to confer with legal counsel regarding City of Redding v. Slo Electro, LLC, but reported no action was taken.

• No reportable action taken regarding City of Redding v. Slo Electro, LLC

Redding Municipal Library Board - Regular Meeting

The Redding Area Bus Authority board will vote on a consent calendar that includes approving minutes, financial reports, and authorizing staff to apply for Federal Transit Administration 5339 funds. They will also consider purchasing two vans for about $168,500 each and declaring two paratransit vans surplus. A regular calendar item proposes a Memorandum of Understanding with the City of Redding for administrative services related to the Low Carbon Fuel Standard Credits Program.

• Authorize purchase of two vans via CalACT/MBTA cooperative for ~$168,500 each, including radio and surveillance equipment
• Authorize application for Federal Transit Administration 5339 funds
• Approve changes to RABA Policy No. 111 (Investment Policy) and adopt resolution
• Consider MOU with City of Redding for Low Carbon Fuel Standard Credits Program administrative services
• Accept August and September 2022 cash reports, accounts payable registers, and treasurer's reports

The Redding Area Bus Authority approved the purchase of two new vans and the sale of two surplus paratransit vans. The board also authorized a Memorandum of Understanding with the City of Redding Electric Utility to generate revenue from the Low Carbon Fuel Standard Credits Program.

• Approved purchase of two vans for approximately $168,500 each (7-0)
• Authorized sale of two surplus paratransit vans (7-0)
• Approved MOU with City of Redding Electric Utility for Low Carbon Fuel Standard Credits Program revenue (7-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. RABA 2022-008 amending Investment Policy No. 111 (7-0)
• Authorized staff to apply for Federal Transit Administration 5339 Funds (7-0)
• Approved September 19, 2022 meeting minutes (7-0)
• Accepted August and September 2022 Cash and Treasurer's reports (7-0)
• Accepted August and September 2022 System and Ridership reports (7-0)

Redding Area Bus Authority - Regular Meeting

The Redding Area Bus Authority will vote on routine consent items including financial reports, minutes, and policy updates, plus authorize staff to apply for Federal Transit Administration 5339 funds and purchase two vans for about $168,500 each. The board will also consider a Memorandum of Understanding with the City of Redding for administrative services related to the Low Carbon Fuel Standard Credits Program.

• Authorize purchase of two vans via CalACT/MBTA cooperative, ~$168,500 each, and declare two paratransit vans surplus
• Authorize staff to apply for Federal Transit Administration 5339 Funds
• Consider MOU with City of Redding for Low Carbon Fuel Standard Credits Program administrative services
• Approve changes to Investment Policy No. 111 and adopt resolution
• Accept August and September 2022 cash reports, accounts payable registers, and treasurer's reports

The Redding Area Bus Authority authorized the purchase of two new vans and the sale of two surplus paratransit vans. The board also approved a Memorandum of Understanding with the City of Redding Electric Utility for Low Carbon Fuel Standard Credits Program revenue.

• Approved purchase of two vans for approximately $168,500 each (7-0)
• Authorized sale of two surplus paratransit vans (7-0)
• Authorized MOU with City of Redding Electric Utility for Low Carbon Fuel Standard Credits Program revenue (7-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. RABA 2022-008 amending Investment Policy No. 111 (7-0)
• Authorized staff to apply for Federal Transit Administration 5339 Funds (7-0)
• Approved September 19, 2022 meeting minutes (7-0)
• Accepted August and September 2022 Cash and Treasurer's reports (7-0)
• Accepted August and September 2022 System and Performance reports (7-0)

Redding Housing Authority - Regular Meeting

The Redding Housing Authority will consider approving its budget appropriations for fiscal years 2021-22 and 2022-23, and a $235,000 amendment to fund housing division positions. The board will also approve minutes from the September 19, 2022 meeting. Public comment is allowed on non-agendized items.

• Adopt resolution approving budget appropriations for FY 2021-22 and 2022-23
• Adopt resolution approving 1st Amendment to Budget Resolution No. RHA 2022-002, authorizing $235,000 for Housing Division positions
• Approve minutes of September 19, 2022 regular meeting

The Redding Housing Authority approved budget appropriations for personnel, materials, and capital outlay for Fiscal Years 2021-22 and 2022-23. The board also adopted a budget amendment to allocate $235,000 for Housing Division positions.

• Approved Minutes from September 19, 2022 (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. RHA 2022-002 for FY 2021-22 and 2022-23 budget appropriations (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. RHA 2022-003 to amend FY 2022-23 budget by $235,000 for Housing Division positions (5-0)

Administrative Hearings Board - Regular Meeting

The Administrative Hearings Board will conduct public hearings on two code enforcement cases: an appeal of an administrative citation for outdoor cannabis cultivation at 5419 Valleyridge Drive, and a compliance review for violations at 4070 Easter Avenue. The board will decide whether to affirm the citation and adopt proposed orders, or modify them. The agenda also includes approval of minutes, public comment, and a status report on pending orders.

• Appeal of Administrative Citation C-3197 for outdoor cannabis cultivation at 5419 Valleyridge Drive (Jeremy Ray Ward)
• Compliance review for violations at 4070 Easter Avenue (Alexander W. Morales and Veda L. Morales)
• Approval of minutes from October 19, 2022 meeting
• Public comment for non-agendized matters
• Status report on pending orders

The Administrative Hearings Board upheld a code enforcement citation for 5419 Valleyridge Drive while reducing the associated fine by 50%. The Board also adopted an Abatement and Penalties Order for 4070 Easter Avenue.

• Approved minutes from October 19, 2022 (unanimous)
• Upheld Administrative Citation No. C-3197 for 5419 Valleyridge Drive and reduced fine by half (2-0)
• Adopted proposed Abatement and Penalties Order for 4070 Easter Avenue (2-0)
• Accepted November 2022 Status Report for Pending Orders

Board of Administrative Review - Regular Meeting

The Board of Administrative Review will hold a public hearing on Amendment Application AMND-2021-01779 to Site Development Permit SDP-8-06, which proposes a 3,100-square-foot addition to an existing grocery and gas mart at 8080 Airport Road. Staff recommends continuing the item to the December 7, 2022 meeting because the applicant has a scheduling conflict. No final decision is expected at this meeting.

• Public hearing on AMND-2021-01779 to SDP-8-06 for a 3,100 sq ft addition at 8080 Airport Road
• Proposed addition is a meat processing space for Kent's Meats and Groceries
• Staff recommends continuing the item to December 7, 2022, due to applicant scheduling conflict
• Property is zoned 'GI' General Industry District

The Board of Administrative Review continued a public hearing regarding a building addition application. The item was moved to the December 7, 2022 meeting at the request of the applicant.

• Continued Amendment Application AMND-2021-01779 for 8080 Airport Road to December 7, 2022 (2-0)

Redding City Council - Special Meeting - Closed Session

This is a special closed-session meeting of the Redding City Council. The council will discuss existing litigation (Lieberman v. City of Redding) and labor negotiations with the Redding Independent Employees' Organization and unrepresented employees. No public action is expected, but any reportable action will be announced after the closed session.

• Closed session on Lieberman v. City of Redding, Shasta County Superior Court Case No. 197061
• Closed session on labor negotiations with Redding Independent Employees' Organization (Clerical, Technical and Professional Unit)
• Closed session on labor negotiations with unrepresented employees

The City Council met in closed session to discuss existing litigation and labor negotiations. No reportable actions were taken on the agendized items.

• No reportable action taken regarding Lieberman v. City of Redding litigation
• No reportable action taken regarding labor negotiations with employee organizations

Redding City Council - Regular Meeting

The Redding City Council will vote on a consent calendar that includes contracts for airport security, wood poles, and sidewalk repairs, plus several budget amendments. The regular calendar includes awarding an audit services contract, adopting the 2022 California Building Standards Code, approving a new IBEW Maintenance union agreement, and accepting the Wastewater Utility Master Plan. The meeting also includes a presentation on an Eagle Scout project at the airport and public comment.

• Award $405,000 security contract to American Guard Services for Redding Regional Airport
• Approve $527,500 budget amendment for airport equipment purchases
• Award $350,575 audit services contract to Clifton, Larson, Allen (CLA) for four years
• Adopt 2022 California Building Standards Code and related municipal code amendments
• Approve three-year MOU with IBEW Maintenance Employees

The Council approved the Redding Regional Airport Strategic Plan and introduced ordinances to update building and fire codes. A proposal for a $3.5 million grant for South City Park improvements failed to reach a majority vote. The Council also awarded several professional service contracts and approved a labor agreement with IBEW Maintenance.

• Approved Airport Strategic Plan for Redding Regional Airport (4-0)
• Introduced Ordinance 2655 to adopt 2022 California Building Standards Code (4-0)
• Denied conceptual plan and $3.5M grant application for South City Park (2-2)
• Awarded $350,575 audit services contract to CliftonLarsonAllen (CLA), LLP (4-0)
• Approved successor MOU and salary schedules for IBEW Maintenance (4-0)
• Awarded $405,000 airport security contract to American Guard Services, Inc. (4-0)
• Approved Wastewater Utility Master Plan 2022 (4-0)
• Introduced Ordinances 2656 and 2657 to update Fire Department and Fire Code (4-0)

Community Development Advisory Committee - Special

The Redding Community Services Advisory Commission will hear presentations on tourism efforts and summer park projects, and receive updates on park renaming policy, South City Park, and Caldwell Park. The consent calendar includes routine reports on parks maintenance, recreation activities, action plan status, and grants/donations for October 2022.

• Presentation on Redding tourism by Danny Orloff of Visit Redding
• Parks Maintenance Activity Report: 173 trees pruned, 12 removed, 36.25 acres fuel reduction
• Recreation Report: Hogwarts Express Extravaganza drew over 1,000 participants
• Action Plan: Caldwell Park expansion at 90% design, Shastina Ranch Park awaiting final plans
• Grants/Donations: $25.29 million total, including $8.5M for Panorama Park and $6.7M for Caldwell Park

The Commission approved the October 2022 consent calendar. Members discussed a first draft of a new park naming and renaming policy, which will be returned for further discussion and possible adoption at the next meeting.

• Approved October 12, 2022 minutes and October reports (4-0)

Community Services Advisory Commission - Regular Meeting

The Community Services Advisory Commission will hold a regular meeting with routine consent items, including approval of October minutes and reports on parks maintenance, recreation, action plan status, and grants. The commission will also receive presentations on Redding tourism efforts by Visit Redding and on parks maintenance summer projects, plus updates on the park renaming policy, South City Park, and Caldwell Park.

• Presentation on Redding tourism efforts by Danny Orloff of Visit Redding
• Update on Park Renaming Policy
• South City Park Update
• Caldwell Park Update
• Consent calendar includes Parks Maintenance Activity Report for October 2022

The Commission approved the October 2022 consent calendar, including maintenance and grant reports. Members discussed a first draft of a new park naming and renaming policy, which will be revisited for possible adoption at the next meeting.

• Approved October 2022 Consent Calendar (4-0)

City of Redding Audit Committee - Special Meeting

The Redding Audit Committee will consider approving minutes from a January 2022 special meeting and awarding a four-year professional audit services contract to Clifton, Larson, Allen (CLA), LLP for $350,575, with two optional two-year extensions. The contract follows a competitive RFP process where CLA received the highest overall score. The committee will also take public comment on these items.

• Approve minutes of January 5, 2022 special meeting
• Award RFP No. 5308 for audit services to CLA, LLP for $350,575 (4-year term, two optional 2-year extensions)
• Contract cost for 4-year term: $350,575; with extensions total $536,975
• Six firms submitted proposals; top three scored: CLA (88.55), Moss Adams (88.25), Eide Bailly (83.65)
• Public comment limited to 3 minutes per speaker per item

Board of Administrative Review - Regular Meeting

The Shasta Public Libraries Citizens Advisory Committee approved revisions to three library policies. Changes include new rules for meeting room reservations, computer usage, and the creation of limited access library cards for individuals without permanent addresses.

• Approved October 5, 2022 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Approved revisions to Meeting Room, Internet and Computer Usage, and Circulation policies (5-0)

Shasta Public Library Citizens Advisory Committee - Regular Meeting

The Shasta Public Libraries Citizens Advisory Committee will consider recommending updates to three library policies—Meeting Room, Circulation, and Internet and Computer Use—to the Redding Municipal Library Board of Trustees. The changes include a new Limited Access Library Card for individuals without proof of permanent residency, allowing food and beverages in the Foundation Room, and extending computer session times. The committee may recommend, decline, or provide alternative direction on the proposed updates.

• New Limited Access Library Card for individuals without proof of permanent residency
• Food and beverages allowed in the Foundation Room
• Meeting Room Policy: Podcast Studio reservations increased to four times per month, advance notice reduced to 24 hours
• Internet and Computer Use Policy: extended sessions for public computers
• Circulation Policy changes (details not specified in agenda)

The committee approved revisions to three library policies regarding circulation, meeting room usage, and internet and computer usage. The changes include new rules for room reservations, computer session limits, and a limited access card for patrons without permanent addresses.

• Approved October 5, 2022 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Approved Library Policy Recommendations for Circulation, Meeting Room, and Internet and Computer Usage (5-0)

Redding City Council - Regular Meeting

The Redding City Council will consider a consent calendar with multiple contracts and grants, including a $3.7 million federal loan application for South City Park improvements and a $2.4 million ARPA funding shift to Block 7 infrastructure. The council will also hear informational presentations on wildfire insurance resources and the Crisis Intervention Response Team, and consider a new $1,000-per-day fine for blight on large parcels.

• Approve $3,737,000 CDBG Section 108 loan application for South City Park design and improvements
• Approve $2,407,730 ARPA funding reallocation from South City Park to Block 7 project infrastructure
• Award $1,394,000 bid to Stephen's Mechanical Corp for Unit 4 steam turbine overhaul
• Approve $330,000 loan increase to One SAFE Place (total $630,000) for shelter rehabilitation at 2250 Benton Drive
• Adopt resolution establishing $1,000/day administrative fine for blight on parcels 2+ acres

The City Council authorized millions in grant and ARPA funding for infrastructure projects at South City Park and Block 7. The council also updated administrative fines for blight and public nuisances and approved several utility and equipment contracts.

• Approved $3,737,000 CDBG Section 108 loan for South City Park and $2,407,730 in ARPA funding for Block 7 (4-1)
• Established $500 per day administrative fine for blight and public nuisance on parcels of two or more acres (5-0)
• Approved $500 per day administrative fine for violations of RMC Chapter 6.08 regarding massage (5-0)
• Approved $1,394,000 contract to Stephen’s Mechanical Corporation for Unit 4 Steam Turbine overhaul (5-0)
• Approved $596,745 award to Mader Supply, LLC for distribution transformers (5-0)
• Approved $336,500.99 purchase of a 2023 Autocar ACX64 Hook Lift truck (5-0)
• Approved $330,000 loan increase to Shasta Women’s Refuge dba One SAFE Place (5-0)
• Authorized up to $500,000 for additional City of Redding Aquatic Center improvement projects (5-0)

Redding City Council - Special Meeting - Closed Session

This is a special closed-session meeting of the Redding City Council. The council will discuss labor negotiations with two employee organizations and real property negotiations for two vacant parcels along Old Oregon Trail. No public decisions are expected, but any reportable action will be announced after the closed session.

• Closed session labor negotiations with IBEW Maintenance Employees and IAFF Local 1934
• Closed session real property negotiations for vacant parcel APN 306-390-007 on Old Oregon Trail
• Closed session real property negotiations for vacant parcel APN 075-260-029 on Old Oregon Trail
• Property negotiations involve Redding Reserve Two, LLC and A. Landon Bruce and Darlene E. Bruce
• Negotiations relate to the Old Oregon Trail Widening Project

The City Council held a special meeting in closed session to discuss labor and real property negotiations. No reportable actions were taken on the items discussed.

• No reportable action taken regarding conference with labor negotiators (IBEW and IAFF)
• No reportable action taken regarding real property negotiations for parcels on Old Oregon Trail

Redding Planning Commission - Regular Meeting

The Redding Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on a use permit for River Bend Commons at 1300 Dana Drive, which includes new restaurants, retail, a dental office, and remodeling the former Costco building. The commission will also consider the Capital Improvement Plan update for fiscal years 2022-2028. Staff recommends approval of the use permit and a finding that the CIP is consistent with the General Plan.

• Use Permit UP-2022-00941 for 5,300 sq ft restaurant/bar, 2,340 sq ft drive-thru, 7,408 sq ft retail/restaurant, 3,500 sq ft dental office, and remodel of existing building to 91,574 sq ft
• Project at 1300 Dana Drive in RC Retail Commercial district
• CEQA categorical exemption under Section 15302
• Capital Improvement Plan 2022-2028 consistency determination
• No public comments received as of report writing

The Planning Commission approved a use permit for a mixed-use commercial project at 1300 Dana Drive. The commission also found the 2022-2028 Capital Improvement Plan consistent with the General Plan.

• Approved Use Permit UP-2022-00941 for restaurant, bar, retail, and dental office at 1300 Dana Drive (6-0)
• Determined 1300 Dana Drive project is categorically exempt under CEQA Section 15302 (6-0)
• Found the 2022-23 to 2027-28 Capital Improvement Plan consistent with the General Plan (6-0)
• Approved minutes of the September 27, 2022 meeting (unanimous)

Administrative Hearings Board - Regular Meeting

The Administrative Hearings Board will hold a public hearing on a proposed Administrative Abatement and Penalties Order for the property at 1590 Lake Boulevard, owned by George A. Pike and occupied by James C. Leger. The order addresses alleged code violations including junk, debris, inoperable vehicles, overgrown vegetation, and vehicles parked on unpaved surfaces. The board may adopt the order as proposed or modify it. The agenda also includes approval of prior minutes, a status report on pending orders, and public comment.

• Public hearing on abatement order for 1590 Lake Boulevard (APN 114-110-023-000)
• Proposed $1,000 administrative penalty for violations from Sept 17, 2021 to Feb 7, 2022
• Additional $100 per day penalty if not compliant by Nov 18, 2022, up to $30,000
• Alleged violations: junk/debris, inoperable vehicles, overgrown vegetation, unpaved parking
• Approval of minutes from August 17, 2022 meeting

Board of Administrative Review - Regular Meeting

The Board of Administrative Review will hold public hearings on four items: a proposed gas station and lease space, an indoor golf simulator business, a three-year extension for a tentative parcel map, and a parcel map application. The board will also take public comment on non-agendized matters. Recommendations include approvals for the first three items and a continuance for the fourth.

• Site Development Permit SDP-2021-01470: 3,600 sq ft gas mart, 1,600 sq ft lease space, 6 fuel pumps at 2403 Cascade Boulevard
• Site Development Permit SDP-2022-01474: indoor golf simulator business at 1796 Churn Creek Road
• Extension EXT-2022-01689: 3-year extension for Parcel Map PM-2019-00369 to divide 12.11 acres into 6 lots at 2525, 2581, 2601 Churn Creek Road
• Parcel Map PM-2022-00949: divide 8.91 acres into 5 lots at 6392 Westside Road (recommended to continue)

The Board of Administrative Review approved three items: a site development permit for a 3,600-square-foot gas mart with six fuel pumps at 2403 Cascade Boulevard, a site development permit for an indoor golf simulator business at 1796 Churn Creek Road, and a three-year extension for a parcel map dividing 12.11 acres into six lots at 2525-2601 Churn Creek Road. A fourth item, a parcel map application for 6392 Westside Road, was continued to a date uncertain because the project is not categorically exempt from CEQA. All votes were 3-0.

• Approved Site Development Permit SDP-2021-01470 for a gas mart at 2403 Cascade Boulevard, with added trellis articulation on south, west, and east elevations (3-0)
• Approved Site Development Permit SDP-2022-01474 for an indoor golf simulator business at 1796 Churn Creek Road (3-0)
• Approved Extension Application EXT-2022-01689 for a three-year extension to Parcel Map PM-2019-00369 at 2525-2601 Churn Creek Road (3-0)
• Continued Parcel Map Application PM-2022-00949 for 6392 Westside Road to a date uncertain due to incomplete CEQA review (3-0)

Redding City Council - Special Meeting - Closed Session

This is a special closed-session meeting of the Redding City Council. The only item is a conference with the city's labor negotiator regarding employee organizations, specifically the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers (IBEW) for maintenance employees. No public decisions are scheduled; any reportable action will be announced after the closed session.

• Closed session under California Government Code Section 54957.6 for labor negotiations
• Designated negotiator: Personnel Director DeMaggd
• Employee organization: IBEW AFL-CIO Maintenance Employees

The Redding City Council held a special closed session meeting to discuss labor negotiations with the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers (IBEW) representing maintenance employees. The council took no reportable action on the item. The meeting lasted from 5:45 to 5:58 PM.

• No reportable action taken on labor negotiations with IBEW

Redding City Council - Regular Meeting

The Redding City Council will vote on a consent calendar that includes accepting a $22.56 million CDBG-DR infrastructure grant, approving several equipment purchases, and accepting completed construction projects. The council will also hold a public hearing on modifying downtown parking zones and rates, and discuss short-term rental regulations and a ball field assessment.

• Accept $22,563,043.51 CDBG-DR Infrastructure Program grant
• Public hearing on downtown parking zone and rate changes
• Approve $940,000 contract for Panorama Park design
• Accept $5,103,090 FEMA SAFER grant for 12 firefighter positions
• Approve $542,992.65 purchase of CAT 950M loader

The council adopted a resolution amending the Traffic Control Map to modify paid parking zones, loading zones, time-limited parking, no-parking zones, employee parking areas, and on-street and off-street parking rates in downtown Redding. The vote was 4-1, with Council Member Dacquisto dissenting. The council also accepted a report on short-term rental regulations and directed staff to include specific modifications for future ordinance consideration, such as density limits, owner residency requirements, and a cap of 400 vacation rental units.

• Adopted Resolution 2022-111 amending downtown parking zones and rates (4-1)
• Approved Memorandum of Understanding with Partnership HealthPlan of California for Housing and Homelessness Incentive Program (unanimous)
• Accepted FEMA SAFER grant of $5,103,090 for firefighter positions (unanimous)
• Accepted report on short-term rental regulations and directed staff to include modifications for future ordinance
• Accepted report on ball field assessment and directed staff to develop improvement plans and evaluate need for new complex (unanimous)
• Approved consent calendar including multiple contracts, grants, and budget amendments (unanimous)
• Directed staff to return with information on illegal encampment and blight policy

Redding Area Bus Authority - Regular Meeting

The Redding City Council met in a special closed session to discuss labor negotiations with the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers (IBEW) maintenance employees. No reportable action was taken on the item. The meeting adjourned after 13 minutes.

• Held closed session on labor negotiations with IBEW maintenance employees (no reportable action)

Community Services Advisory Commission - Regular Meeting

The Community Services Advisory Commission will receive presentations on South City Park recommendations, summer maintenance and recreation numbers, and an update on the Park Development Fund. The agenda also includes routine consent items such as approving minutes and accepting monthly reports on parks, recreation, action plan status, and grants/donations.

• Presentation on South City Park Recommendations by Project for Public Spaces
• Update on Park Development Fund with estimated balance of $1,597,785.46
• Consent item: Parks Maintenance Activity Report for September 2022 (216 trees pruned, 15 removed, 44.4 acres fuel reduction)
• Consent item: Grants and Donations Tracking for September 2022 (total $25,286,280)
• Introduction of Park Rangers

The Commission voted 4-0 to recommend City Council move forward with a revised concept design for South City Park that adds eight pickleball courts and a bicycle pump track, while continuing to review the dog park element. The Commission also approved the consent calendar and received updates on the new Park Ranger program, summer recreation programs, park development funds, and several capital projects.

• Recommended City Council adopt South City Park concept design with 8 pickleball courts and pump track, with further review of dog park (4-0)
• Approved consent calendar including September 2022 minutes, maintenance reports, and grants (4-0)

Redding Planning Commission - Regular Meeting

The Redding Community Services Advisory Commission will receive routine reports on parks maintenance, recreation activities, action plan status, and grants/donations for September 2022. They will also hear presentations on park rangers, South City Park recommendations, summer projects, and recreation numbers, plus updates on the Park Development Fund and Caldwell Park.

• South City Park recommendations presentation by Project for Public Spaces
• Park Development Fund update: estimated balance $554,742.82 as of 6/23
• Grants/donations total $25,286,280 including $8.5M for Panorama Park and $6.7M for Caldwell Park Expansion
• Action plan: Caldwell Park Expansion at 90% design, Salt Creek Heights Park construction expected completion this fall
• Consent calendar includes approval of September minutes and monthly reports

The Community Services Advisory Commission voted 4-0 to recommend City Council move forward with a revised concept design for South City Park, which makes the playground the centerpiece, adds eight pickleball courts and a bicycle pump track, and includes further review of a dog park element. The commission also approved the consent calendar, heard presentations on the new Park Ranger program and summer recreation programs, and received updates on park development funds and various park projects.

• Approved consent calendar including September 2022 minutes, parks maintenance, recreation activity, action plan status, and grants and donations reports (4-0).
• Recommended City Council move forward with South City Park concept design with additional review of dog park element (4-0).
• Postponed presentation on Parks Maintenance Summer Projects until November meeting.
• Heard presentation on Park Ranger program introduction by Officers Jason Rhoads and Eddie Gilmette.
• Heard presentation on summer recreation program numbers and successes from Recreation staff.
• Received update on park development and park in lieu funds, including 8% increase in park impact fees starting July 2022.
• Received update that Caldwell Park plans remain under review.
• Received project updates on ball field assessment, Big League Dreams improvements, Nur Pon Open Space, and other park projects.

Board of Administrative Review - Regular Meeting

The Shasta Public Libraries Citizens Advisory Committee is meeting to approve minutes, discuss a presentation on schools visiting the library, review and approve the 2023 annual calendar, and receive reports on August 2022 statistics, marketing, and updates from library partners. The agenda is largely routine, with no major policy decisions or public hearings.

• Approval of minutes from September 7, 2022 special meeting
• Presentation on Schools Visiting the Library by Sarah Darling
• Review and discussion of 2023 annual calendar (two options presented)
• August 2022 Director's Report: physical circulation 37,917, digital circulation 8,697, meeting room fees $155
• August 2022 Marketing Report: social media growth and newsletter open rates

The Shasta Public Libraries Citizens Advisory Committee approved option two of the 2023 calendar, which includes library branch presentations as a whole, Library Foundation and Friends presentations, collection and advocacy topics, and board development. The committee also approved the minutes from the September 7, 2022 meeting. No public comments were made, and no substantive policy decisions were taken beyond these procedural approvals.

• Approved minutes of September 7, 2022 meeting (4-0)
• Approved option two of the 2023 Library Citizens Advisory Committee Calendar (4-0)

Shasta Public Library Citizens Advisory Committee - Regular Meeting

The Shasta Public Library Citizens Advisory Committee will consider approving its 2023 annual calendar, hear a presentation on school visits, and review the August 2022 director's and marketing reports. The meeting includes routine consent items and public comment.

• Approval of minutes from September 7, 2022 special meeting
• Presentation on schools visiting the library by Sarah Darling
• Review and discussion of 2023 committee calendar (two options)
• August 2022 director's report: physical circulation 37,917, digital circulation 8,697
• August 2022 marketing report: social media and email engagement statistics

The Shasta Public Libraries Citizens Advisory Committee approved the second option for the 2023 meeting calendar. Members also heard presentations on school visits, library grants, and marketing updates. No public comments were made.

• Approved minutes from September 7, 2022 meeting (4-0)
• Approved option two of the 2023 Library Citizens Advisory Committee Calendar (4-0)

Redding Planning Commission - Regular Meeting

The Redding Planning Commission will hold public hearings on three items: an appeal of a short-term rental permit, a subdivision extension, and a variance request. The most consequential item is the appeal of a Site Development Permit for a short-term rental at 2410 Hawn Avenue, where staff recommends denial due to the applicant's repeated non-compliance. The commission will also consider a three-year extension for the 161-unit Bridge View Villas subdivision and a variance for a garage setback at 641 South Street.

• Appeal of short-term rental permit at 2410 Hawn Avenue; staff recommends denial due to unauthorized operation and noise complaints
• Three-year extension for Bridge View Villas Subdivision (161 attached single-family units) at 200 Lost Lane, 180 Masonic Avenue, 187 & 304 Sulphur Creek Road
• Variance request by John & Patricia Boyd to encroach 17 feet 1.5 inches into 20-foot corner side yard setback for detached garage at 641 South Street
• All items are public hearings; no consent calendar items

The Redding Planning Commission voted unanimously to approve an appeal reversing the Development Services Director's decision to allow a short-term rental at 2410 Hawn Avenue. The commission also approved a three-year extension for the Bridge View Villas subdivision and a variance for a garage setback at 641 South Street.

• Approved appeal APPL-2022-01152, overturning director's approval of short-term rental at 2410 Hawn Avenue (6-0)
• Approved three-year extension EXT-2022-00931 for Bridge View Villas subdivision (6-0)
• Approved variance V-2022-01182 for garage setback encroachment at 641 South Street (6-0)
• Approved minutes of August 23, 2022 meeting (unanimous)

Administrative Hearings Board - Regular Meeting

The Board of Administrative Review will hold a public hearing to consider approving a site development permit for Chevron Products Company to expand its existing cardlock fueling facility. The project includes adding eight new fueling positions, an equipment enclosure, and two above-ground storage tanks. Staff recommends approval, finding the project categorically exempt from CEQA. No public comments have been received to date.

• Site Development Permit SDP-2022-00584 for Chevron expansion at 5292 Caterpillar Road and nearby Mason Street properties
• Add 4 CNG and 4 diesel fueling positions, plus 8,400-gallon DEF and 20,000-gallon diesel tanks
• Categorically exempt from CEQA under Section 15303 (New Construction of Small Structures)
• Conditions include merging parcels, undergrounding utilities along Mason and Caterpillar, and street improvements
• Public hearing with recommendation to approve subject to draft conditions

The Board of Administrative Review approved a site development permit for Chevron Products Company (later changed to Valley Pacific Petroleum Services) to expand an existing card lock fueling facility at 5292 Caterpillar Road. The project was found categorically exempt under CEQA. The vote was unanimous (3-0).

• Approved Site Development Permit SDP-2022-00584 for fueling facility expansion at 5292 Caterpillar Road (3-0)
• Determined project categorically exempt under CEQA
• Approved applicant name change from Chevron Products Company to Valley Pacific Petroleum Services

Board of Administrative Review - Regular Meeting

The Board of Administrative Review will hold a public hearing to consider approving Site Development Permit SDP-2022-00584 for Chevron Products Company to expand an existing cardlock fueling facility at 5292 Caterpillar Road and nearby properties. The expansion includes eight new fueling positions, two above-ground storage tanks, and related improvements. Staff recommends approval, finding the project categorically exempt from CEQA and consistent with zoning. No public comments have been received to date.

• Expansion of cardlock fueling facility with 4 CNG and 4 diesel fueling positions
• Addition of 8,400-gallon DEF tank and 20,000-gallon diesel tank
• Requires undergrounding of overhead utilities along Mason Street and Caterpillar Road
• Street improvements along Mason Street including sidewalk and pavement
• Public hearing for Site Development Permit SDP-2022-00584

The Board of Administrative Review approved a site development permit for Chevron Products Company to expand its card lock fueling facility at 5292 Caterpillar Road. The project was found categorically exempt from CEQA, and the necessary findings for approval were determined to be in evidence. The permit was approved unanimously (3-0) subject to draft conditions of approval.

• Approved Site Development Permit SDP-2022-00584 for Chevron fuel facility expansion (3-0)
• Determined project categorically exempt under CEQA (3-0)
• Determined necessary findings for approval are in evidence (3-0)

Redding City Council - Special Meeting - Closed Session

This is a special closed-session meeting of the Redding City Council. The council will discuss real property negotiations for the potential sale of three lots in Stillwater Business Park and hold labor negotiations with three employee organizations. No public decisions are expected, and any reportable action will be announced after the closed session.

• Closed session to discuss price and terms for sale of Stillwater Business Park Lots 11b, 12, and 13 (APNs 054-220-019, 054-260-003, 054-260-004, 054-260-005) with PDC Sacramento LPIV, LLC
• Closed session labor negotiations with IAFF Local 1934, IBEW Electric Employees, and IBEW Maintenance Employees

The Redding City Council met in closed session to discuss real property negotiations for Stillwater Business Park lots and labor negotiations with three employee organizations. No reportable actions were taken on either item. The meeting was procedural only, with no substantive decisions made in open session.

• No reportable action on real property negotiation for Stillwater Business Park Lots 11b, 12, 13
• No reportable action on labor negotiations with IAFF Local 1934, IBEW Electric, and IBEW Maintenance

Redding City Council - Regular Meeting

The Redding City Council will hear a status update on the new Shasta County jail, consider developing a city-wide wildfire mitigation program, and review the mid-cycle budget with adjustments increasing appropriations by $2.4 million for FY 2021-22 and $7.8 million for FY 2022-23. The consent calendar includes contracts for the Victor and Cypress Avenues Active Transportation Project ($1.7M) and a pedestrian crossing project ($927,160), plus grants for fire and police departments. The council will also discuss the court ruling in Redding Rancheria v. City of Redding and consider rescinding two resolutions per court order.

• Wildfire mitigation program options, costs, and funding sources to be considered
• Mid Cycle Budget Review: $2,409,130 increase for FY 2021-22 and $7,810,050 for FY 2022-23
• Award $1,707,992.29 contract to GHD, Inc. for Victor and Cypress Avenues Active Transportation Project
• Award $927,160 to Axner Excavating for Pedestrian Crossing Enhancement Project
• Accept $148,000 grant from California Office of Traffic Safety for police traffic enforcement

The City Council approved a mid-cycle budget review increasing appropriations by $2.4M for FY 2021-22 and $7.8M for FY 2022-23, and authorized research into a city-wide wildfire mitigation program including vegetation management and code changes. The council also rescinded two 2020 resolutions per a court order in the Redding Rancheria lawsuit, accepted a $148K traffic safety grant, and awarded a $1.7M contract for the Victor and Cypress Avenues Active Transportation Project. All votes were 4-0 with one member absent.

• Approved mid-cycle budget adjustments increasing appropriations by $2,409,130 for FY 2021-22 and $7,810,050 for FY 2022-23 (4-0)
• Authorized research and development of city-wide wildfire mitigation program options (4-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2022-101 rescinding Resolutions 2020-055 and 2020-057 per court order in Redding Rancheria v. City of Redding (4-0)
• Accepted $148,000 California Office of Traffic Safety grant for Redding Police Department traffic enforcement (4-0)
• Awarded $1,707,992.29 contract to GHD Inc. for Victor and Cypress Avenues Active Transportation Project (4-0)
• Approved $68,000 agreement with Shasta County Probation Department for MLK Jr. Center programs (4-0)
• Accepted $52,650 FEMA Assistance to Firefighters Grant for base station radios (4-0)
• Approved $927,160 contract to Axner Excavating for Pedestrian Crossing Enhancement Project (4-0)

Redding Municipal Library Board - Regular Meeting

The Redding Area Bus Authority Board will consider approving two resolutions for California State of Good Repair Funds for fiscal year 2022-23, including $157,350 for van and zero-emission bus replacements and a local match for a new charger, plus $14,423 for fareboxes. The board will also accept routine financial and ridership reports for May through July 2022, and approve updates to the Agency Safety Plan and Transit Asset Management Plan.

• Adopt resolution for $157,350 in SGR funds for RABA Van Replacement Local Match ($29,025) and Zero Emission Bus Replacement and New Charger Local Match ($128,325)
• Adopt resolution for $14,423 in SGR funds for RABA Fareboxes
• Approve and certify Redding Area Bus Authority Agency Safety Plan (Version 2) update
• Approve and certify 2022 Transit Asset Management Plan update
• Accept cash reports, accounts payable registers, and treasurer's reports for May, June, and July 2022

The Redding Area Bus Authority board approved two resolutions allocating California State of Good Repair funds for FY 2022-23, totaling $171,773 for van replacement, zero-emission bus charger local match, bus stop signs, equipment, and fareboxes. The board also unanimously accepted 12 consent calendar items including financial reports, ridership data, and safety/asset management plans. All votes were 6-0 with two members absent.

• Approved Resolution RABA 2022-006: $157,350 SGR funds for van replacement ($29,025 local match) and zero-emission bus/charger local match ($128,325), plus reallocation of $105,882.62 to bus stop signs ($25,000) and equipment ($80,882.62) (6-0)
• Approved Resolution RABA 2022-007: $14,423 SGR funds for fareboxes (6-0)
• Accepted May 2022 cash report with $3,362,844.78 investments and $638,769.06 in accounts payable (6-0)
• Accepted June 2022 cash report with $2,912,538.71 investments and $563,078.95 in accounts payable (6-0)
• Accepted July 2022 cash report with $2,393,453.39 investments and $750,543.98 in accounts payable (6-0)
• Accepted Treasurer's Reports for May, June, and July 2022 (6-0)
• Accepted System Reports with ridership trends for May, June, and July 2022 (6-0)
• Approved and certified Agency Safety Plan update and Transit Asset Management Plan (6-0)

Redding Area Bus Authority - Regular Meeting

The Redding Area Bus Authority board will consider approving two resolutions for California State of Good Repair funds for fiscal year 2022-23, including $157,350 for van and zero-emission bus replacement local matches and $14,423 for fareboxes. The consent calendar includes routine approvals of minutes, financial reports, and system reports, plus updates to the Agency Safety Plan and Transit Asset Management Plan.

• Adopt resolution for $157,350 in SGR funds for van replacement ($29,025) and zero-emission bus/charger local match ($128,325)
• Adopt resolution for $14,423 in SGR funds for fareboxes
• Reallocate $105,882.62 in closed projects to bus stop signs ($25,000) and equipment/maintenance facility ($80,882.62)
• Approve minutes, cash reports, and treasurer's reports for May-July 2022
• Approve updates to Agency Safety Plan and Transit Asset Management Plan

The Redding Area Bus Authority board unanimously approved two resolutions allocating $171,773 in California State of Good Repair funds for FY 2022-23, including van replacement, zero-emission bus charger local match, bus stop signs, equipment, and fareboxes. The board also accepted consent calendar items including minutes, cash reports, treasurer's reports, system reports, and updates to the Agency Safety Plan and Transit Asset Management Plan.

• Approved Resolution RABA 2022-006 for $157,350 in SGR funds for van replacement local match ($29,025) and zero-emission bus replacement/charger local match ($128,325), plus reallocation of $105,882.62 to bus stop signs ($25,000) and equipment ($80,882.62) (6-0)
• Approved Resolution RABA 2022-007 for $14,423 in SGR funds for fareboxes (6-0)
• Accepted consent calendar including May-July 2022 cash reports, treasurer's reports, system reports, and ridership trends (6-0)
• Approved and certified the Redding Area Bus Authority Agency Safety Plan update (6-0)
• Approved and certified the 2022 Transit Asset Management Plan update (6-0)

Redding Housing Authority - Regular Meeting

The Redding Housing Authority will consider adopting a revised Family Self-Sufficiency (FSS) Action Plan and approving its submission to HUD. The board will also accept routine financial reports for April, May, and June 2022, and approve minutes from a prior meeting.

• Adopt revised Family Self-Sufficiency Action Plan and submit to HUD
• Approve minutes of Special Meeting of June 27, 2022
• Accept cash reports and housing assistance registers for April, May, and June 2022

The Redding Housing Authority unanimously approved the revised Family Self-Sufficiency (FSS) Action Plan and authorized its submission to HUD. The board also accepted consent calendar items including meeting minutes, cash reports, and expenditure registers for April through June 2022.

• Approved revised FSS Action Plan and submission to HUD (5-0)
• Accepted April 2022 cash report ($2,245,424.86) and related expenditures ($826,599.79 in assistance, $90,697.19 admin)
• Accepted May 2022 cash report ($2,253,974.03) and related expenditures ($796,911.98 in assistance, $119,392.45 admin)
• Accepted June 2022 cash report ($2,420,425.42) and related expenditures ($842,962.68 in assistance, $92,997.99 admin)
• Approved minutes of Special Meeting June 27, 2022

Community Services Advisory Commission - Regular Meeting

The Community Services Advisory Commission will hold a regular meeting with public comment, a consent calendar, and presentations on The Park – Food Truck Hub and South City Park Revitalization. The consent calendar includes approval of minutes and reports on parks maintenance, recreation activity, action plan status, and grants and donations, plus ratification of appointments to the Tree Management Ordinance Update Committee.

• Presentation on The Park – Food Truck Hub by Todd Franklin
• Presentation on South City Park Revitalization by Elena Madison of Project for Public Spaces
• Ratification of appointments of Ericka Jones and Doug DeMallie to the City’s Tree Management Ordinance Update Committee
• Reports on Parks Maintenance and Recreation Activity for June, July, and August 2022
• Caldwell Park Update

The commission received presentations on The Park food truck hub and three design concepts for South City Park revitalization, with a $2M budget and a goal to bring a final plan to City Council in November. No formal votes were taken on these items. The consent calendar was approved unanimously, including minutes, reports, and appointments to the Tree Management Ordinance Update Committee.

• Approved consent calendar including June 8, 2022 minutes, May 2022 reports, and appointments of Jones and DeMallie to Tree Management Ordinance Update Committee (3-0)

Redding Planning Commission - Regular Meeting

The commission approved the consent calendar, including June 2022 minutes, May 2022 reports, and appointments to the Tree Management Ordinance Update Committee. Presentations covered The Park food truck hub and South City Park revitalization concepts. Project updates were given on multiple parks, trails, and facilities.

• Approved consent calendar (3-0): June 2022 minutes, May 2022 reports, and appointments of Jones and DeMallie to Tree Management Ordinance Update Committee

Shasta Public Library Citizens Advisory Committee - Regular Meeting

The Shasta Public Library Citizens Advisory Committee is holding a special meeting at the Burney Library to tour the facility and receive reports on the Summer Blast 2022 program, July 2022 director's and marketing statistics, and updates from the Friends of Libraries and Shasta Library Foundation. The agenda also includes a calendar review and discussion. Most items are informational, with no votes on policy or budget.

• Summer Blast 2022 report: 1,926 registered readers, 5,242 books read by ages 0-18, 1,481,801 minutes read
• 3,459 take-home kits distributed across all branches, 3,457 used
• July 2022 statistics: 37,866 physical circulations, 8,315 digital circulations, 52,920 registered borrowers
• Anderson Library purchased $1,400 in manipulatives and puzzles with Quality Counts Northstate
• Meeting room fees collected in July: $385

The Shasta Public Libraries Citizens Advisory Committee approved the August 3, 2022 meeting minutes unanimously. The committee received reports on the Summer Blast program, library director's updates, and marketing activities. No substantive policy decisions were made; the meeting was largely informational and procedural.

• Approved August 3, 2022 meeting minutes (4-0)

Shasta Public Library Citizens Advisory Committee - Special Meeting

The Shasta Public Libraries Citizens Advisory Committee approved the minutes from its August 3, 2022 meeting. The committee received reports on the Summer Blast 2022 program, which distributed 3,459 kits across three branches, and on library grants, marketing, and a proposed calendar for future meetings. No substantive policy decisions were made; the meeting was primarily informational.

• Approved August 3, 2022 meeting minutes (4-0)

Redding City Council - Special Meeting - Closed Session

This is a special closed-session meeting of the Redding City Council. The council will discuss existing litigation, labor negotiations with four employee unions, and a potential property purchase. All items are confidential, and any reportable action will be announced after the closed session.

• Closed session on Lang v. City of Redding (Case No. 193947)
• Closed session on Redding Rancheria v. City of Redding (Case No. 195500)
• Labor negotiations with IAFF Local 1934, IBEW Electric, IBEW Maintenance, and UPEC Technical
• Property negotiations for 7575 Platinum Way (APN 050-500-026) with JF Shea Company

The City Council held a closed session meeting and took action on one of four agenda items. They approved a 4-0 vote to authorize the City Attorney to pursue reconveyance of property in the Redding Rancheria v. City of Redding lawsuit, subject to court approval. The other three closed session items resulted in no reportable action.

• Approved 4-0 to authorize City Attorney to seek reconveyance of property in Redding Rancheria litigation, subject to court approval

Redding City Council - Regular Meeting

The Redding City Council will hold a regular meeting with a consent calendar containing numerous routine items, including grant applications, equipment purchases, and contract approvals. The council will also hold a public hearing on forming a landscape maintenance district for Luke Estates and consider several regular agenda items, including a report on homelessness efforts and a $1.15 million software contract for the electric utility.

• Authorize $1,149,589.38 contract with SSP Innovations for Lifecycle Workforce Management Software
• Authorize $9,193,862 grant application for Block 7 infrastructure improvements
• Public hearing on forming Landscape Maintenance District 01-22 (Luke Estates)
• Approve $977,249.79 purchase of AlJon Advantage 500 compactor
• Consider placement of signs at city limits recognizing Wintu People

The council approved a $1.15 million contract with SSP Innovations for a lifecycle workforce management software program for Redding Electric Utility, plus $50,000 for hardware. They also formed a 15-member Tree Management Ordinance Update Committee, authorized distribution of an RFP for the Redding Riverfront Specific Plan update, and approved the formation of Landscape Maintenance District 01-22 (Luke Estates). All votes were 4-0 with one member absent.

• Approved $1.15M contract with SSP Innovations for workforce management software (4-0)
• Formed 15-member Tree Management Ordinance Update Committee (4-0)
• Authorized RFP distribution for Redding Riverfront Specific Plan update (4-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2022-095 forming Landscape Maintenance District 01-22 (Luke Estates) (4-0)
• Approved installation of 'Wintu Country' welcome signs at key entrances (4-0)
• Approved consent calendar including speed limit ordinance, grant applications, and various contracts (4-0)
• Accepted report on homelessness efforts; directed city manager to meet with partners (consensus, no formal vote)
• Approved $977,249.79 purchase of AlJon Advantage 500 compactor for Solid Waste Utility (4-0)

Board of Administrative Review - Special Meeting

The Board of Administrative Review approved a parcel map to divide 1.07 acres into three lots on Harpole Road and an amendment to a use permit for a 3,720-square-foot storage building on Mistletoe Lane. Both approvals were unanimous and included CEQA categorical exemptions.

• Approved Parcel Map Application PM-2022-00579 to divide 1.07 acres into three lots at 1215 & 1283 Harpole Road (3-0)
• Approved Amendment Application AMND-2021-00720 to Use Permit UP-1-00 for a 3,720-square-foot storage building at 1901 Mistletoe Lane (3-0)

Redding Planning Commission - Regular Meeting

The Redding Planning Commission will hold public hearings on a U-Haul facility expansion, an appeal of a short-term rental permit, and two subdivision extensions. They will also appoint members to a tree management ordinance update committee. The U-Haul project is recommended for approval, while the appeal and one subdivision extension are recommended to be continued.

• U-Haul expansion: 66,858 sq ft, 3-story building at 2623/2633 Lowden Lane
• Appeal of short-term rental permit at 2396 Hawn Avenue
• Westridge Estates Unit I: 3-year extension for 35 lots on 35.77 acres
• Bridge View Villas: 3-year extension for 161 units on 66.51 acres
• Appointment of tree management ordinance update committee members

The Redding Planning Commission approved a use permit for U-Haul to expand its facility with a 66,858-square-foot building for self-storage and U-Box storage at 2623 and 2633 Lowden Lane. The commission also elected Cameron Middleton as chair and Aaron Hatch as vice chair, approved a 3-year extension for Westridge Estates Unit I subdivision, and continued a short-term rental appeal and Bridge View Villas subdivision extension to uncertain dates.

• Approved Use Permit UP-2021-01335 for U-Haul expansion (6-0)
• Elected Cameron Middleton as Planning Commission Chair (5-0, Middleton abstained)
• Elected Aaron Hatch as Planning Commission Vice Chair (5-0, Hatch abstained)
• Approved 3-year extension for Westridge Estates Unit I Subdivision (6-0)
• Continued short-term rental appeal APPL-2022-01152 to date uncertain (6-0)
• Continued Bridge View Villas Subdivision extension EXT-2022-00931 to date uncertain (6-0)

Board of Administrative Review - Regular Meeting

The Redding Planning Commission will hold public hearings on a U-Haul facility expansion, two subdivision extension requests, and an appeal of a short-term rental permit. They will also appoint members to a tree management ordinance update committee. The U-Haul project is recommended for approval, while one subdivision extension and the appeal are recommended to be continued.

• U-Haul expansion: 66,858 sq ft, 3-story building at 2623 & 2633 Lowden Lane
• Appeal of short-term rental permit at 2396 Hawn Avenue
• Westridge Estates Unit I subdivision extension: 35 lots on 35.77 acres east of Placer Road
• Bridge View Villas subdivision extension: 161 units on 66.51 acres at 200 Lost Lane, 180 Masonic Ave, 187 & 304 Sulphur Creek Rd
• Appointment of Tree Management Ordinance update committee members

The Redding Planning Commission approved a use permit for U-Haul to expand its facility with a three-story, 66,858-square-foot building for self-storage and U-Box storage at 2623 and 2633 Lowden Lane. The commission also elected Cameron Middleton as the new Chair and Aaron Hatch as Vice Chair. Two subdivision extension requests were handled: one for Westridge Estates Unit I was approved, while the Bridge View Villas extension was continued to a date uncertain due to noticing issues.

• Elected Cameron Middleton as Planning Commission Chair (5-0, Middleton abstained)
• Elected Aaron Hatch as Planning Commission Vice Chair (5-0, Hatch abstained)
• Approved Use Permit UP-2021-01335 for U-Haul expansion at 2623/2633 Lowden Lane (6-0)
• Continued appeal of short-term rental at 2396 Hawn Avenue to a date uncertain (6-0)
• Approved 3-year extension for Westridge Estates Unit I Subdivision on Placer Road (6-0)
• Continued Bridge View Villas Subdivision extension to a date uncertain (6-0)
• Appointed Commissioners Middleton, Hatch, and Greene to Tree Management Ordinance Update Committee

Administrative Hearings Board - Regular Meeting

The Administrative Hearings Board will hold public hearings on two contested administrative citation appeals for outdoor cannabis cultivation, and two compliance reviews for property abatement orders. The board will decide whether to affirm the citations and orders or modify them. The agenda also includes approval of prior meeting minutes and a status report on pending orders.

• Appeal of citation C-3330 for outdoor cannabis cultivation at 6910 Yvonne Court (David Pedrow)
• Appeal of citation C-3331 for outdoor cannabis cultivation at 2410 Marlene Avenue (Richard Robinson)
• Compliance review for abatement order at 4088 Easter Avenue (Georgie A Barker)
• Compliance review for abatement order at 1065 W Court Alley (David Harris)
• Approval of minutes from meetings in February, April, May, and August 2022

The Administrative Hearings Board heard four code enforcement cases. The hearing officer approved a modified settlement for a citation at 6910 Yvonne Court, reducing the fine by 75% with a three-year suspension. For 2410 Marlene Avenue, the citation was upheld but the fine reduced to $500. Two compliance reviews were adopted as written with no appellants present.

• Approved modified Administrative Hearing Order for 6910 Yvonne Court: fine reduced 75%, payable in 7 days, remaining 75% suspended for 3 years
• Upheld citation for 2410 Marlene Avenue but reduced fine to $500
• Adopted Abatement and Penalties Order for 4088 Easter Avenue as written (no appellant present)
• Adopted Abatement and Penalties Order for 1065 W Court Alley as written (no appellant present)
• Approved minutes from February 16, 2022, April 20, 2022, May 11, 2022, May 25, 2022, and August 10, 2022
• Accepted status report for pending orders

Redding City Council - Regular Meeting

The Redding City Council will consider adopting an urgency ordinance to impose a temporary moratorium on new vacation rentals, along with other items including a new hybrid remote work policy, speed limit amendments, and various contracts and grants. The meeting includes routine consent items such as approving accounts payable and payroll registers.

• Adopt urgency ordinance for temporary moratorium on new vacation rentals
• Authorize development of 12-month hybrid remote work policy trial
• Amend speed limits in Redding Municipal Code Chapter 11.12
• Award $378,120 for Benton Airpark Runway and Taxiway Connector Pavement Preservation
• Approve $200,000 Emergency Solutions Grant application for housing

The Redding City Council failed to adopt an interim urgency ordinance placing a moratorium on new short-term vacation rental applications, as it did not receive the required four-fifths affirmative vote (3-2). The council did approve a 12-month hybrid remote work policy trial for select city positions (4-1), and approved the first reading of an ordinance amending speed limits on certain streets. All consent calendar items, including payments totaling $43,284,957.92 and several project awards, were approved unanimously.

• Interim urgency ordinance for short-term vacation rental moratorium failed (3-2, lacked 4/5 vote)
• Authorized development of 12-month hybrid remote work policy trial (4-1)
• Approved first reading of Ordinance No. 2653 amending speed limits (5-0)
• Approved consent calendar including $43,284,957.92 in payments (5-0)
• Awarded Benton Airpark runway project to VSS International for $378,120 (consent)
• Approved $200,000 Emergency Solutions Grant application (consent)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2022-089 supporting National Night Out (consent)
• Approved Sacramento River Trail Repairs Project with Mitigated Negative Declaration (consent)

Redding City Council - Special Meeting - Closed Session

This is a special closed-session meeting where the Redding City Council will discuss existing litigation (Saechao v. City of Redding) and labor negotiations with three employee organizations. No public action is expected; any reportable action will be announced after the closed session.

• Closed session on existing litigation: Saechao v. City of Redding, Shasta County Superior Court Case No. 198768
• Closed session on labor negotiations with IAFF Local 1934 (firefighters)
• Closed session on labor negotiations with IBEW Electric Employees
• Closed session on labor negotiations with IBEW Maintenance Employees

The Redding City Council met in closed session on August 16, 2022, to discuss pending litigation (Saechao v. City of Redding) and labor negotiations with three employee organizations. No reportable actions were taken on either item, as stated in the minutes.

• No reportable action on litigation conference (Saechao v. City of Redding)
• No reportable action on labor negotiations with IAFF Local 1934, IBEW Electric Employees, and IBEW Maintenance Employees

Redding Area Bus Authority - Regular Meeting

This is a special closed-session meeting of the Redding City Council. The council will discuss existing litigation in the case Saechao v. City of Redding and confer with its labor negotiator regarding employee organizations. No public action is expected, and the agenda contains only procedural items.

• Closed session on existing litigation: Saechao v. City of Redding, Shasta County Superior Court Case No. 198768
• Closed session on labor negotiations with IAFF Local 1934, IBEW Electric Employees, and IBEW Maintenance Employees
• Interim Personnel Director Martinez designated as agency representative for labor negotiations

The Redding City Council met in a special closed session on August 16, 2022, to discuss existing litigation and labor negotiations. No reportable action was taken on either item, and the meeting adjourned without any public decisions.

• No reportable action on Saechao v. City of Redding litigation
• No reportable action on labor negotiations with fire and electrical unions

Administrative Hearings Board - Special Meeting

The Administrative Hearings Board will consider an appeal of Administrative Citation C-2706 issued to Lian Wei Zhao for unlawful indoor cannabis cultivation at 3505 Panorama Drive. Staff recommends affirming the citation or modifying it as the Board deems appropriate, and also recommends adopting a proposed settlement agreement. The citation stems from an August 2020 inspection that found over 400 cannabis plants in the residence.

• Administrative Citation C-2706 for $47,500 (400 plants at $1,000 per plant)
• Property: 3505 Panorama Drive, Redding, CA 96003 (APN 113-130-001-000)
• Violation: Redding Municipal Code § 6.12.030 (indoor cannabis cultivation regulations)
• Proposed settlement agreement between city staff and property owner Lian Wei Zhao
• Public hearing notice mailed July 14, 2022

The Administrative Hearings Board held a special meeting with two members present and one absent. They approved an administrative citation appeal order for 3505 Panorama Drive, modifying the language in Item B from 'if and until' to 'unless and until' as agreed by staff and the appellant's attorney. The board also held a closed session on existing litigation with no reportable action.

• Approved administrative citation appeal order for 3505 Panorama Drive with language change (2-0)
• Held closed session on Stephen Shaidell v. City of Redding; no reportable action

Redding Planning Commission - Regular Meeting

The Administrative Hearings Board is reviewing an appeal of Administrative Citation C-2706 issued to Lian Wei Zhao for unlawful indoor cannabis cultivation. Code Enforcement staff recommend the Board affirm the citation or modify it as appropriate. The case involves the discovery of over 400 plants at the property in August 2020, violating the limit of six plants for private residences. A proposed settlement agreement is included for the Board's consideration.

• Affirmation or modification of Administrative Citation C-2706 for 3505 Panorama Drive
• Violation of Redding Municipal Code § 6.12.030 regarding indoor cannabis cultivation
• Evidence includes photographs of 400 cannabis plants and electrical usage reports
• Consideration of a Settlement Agreement between the City and the responsible party

The Administrative Hearings Board held a special meeting and considered an uncontested appeal of an administrative citation for 3500 Panorama Drive. The board approved the proposed Administrative Hearing Order with a minor language change in Item B, changing 'if and until' to 'unless and until'. The motion passed unanimously with two votes in favor and one member absent. The board also held a closed session regarding existing litigation but reported no action.

• Approved Administrative Hearing Order for 3505 Panorama Drive with language change (2-0)
• Held closed session on Shaidell v. City of Redding; no reportable action

Redding City Council - Special Mtg. - Riverfront Specific Plan Open House

This is a special informational meeting of the Redding City Council, held as an open house for the public to participate in the Redding Riverfront Specific Plan Update. No legislative action will be taken; the meeting is for discussion and public input only.

• Public open house for the Redding Riverfront Specific Plan Update
• Informational meeting only; no legislative action
• Held at Civic Center Community Room, 777 Cypress Avenue, Redding, CA

The special meeting for the Riverfront Specific Plan Open House was cancelled because the council lacked a quorum. No formal action was taken on the informational item, and the open house did not proceed as a council meeting.

• Meeting cancelled due to lack of quorum
• No formal action taken on Riverfront Specific Plan Open House

Redding Planning Commission - Special Meeting

This is a special informational meeting where the Redding Planning Commission will participate in a public open house for the Riverfront Specific Plan. No legislative action will be taken; the meeting is for public input and discussion only.

• Public open house for the Riverfront Specific Plan
• Informational meeting only, no legislative action
• Meeting held at Civic Center Community Room, 777 Cypress Avenue

The Redding Planning Commission held a special meeting on August 3, 2022, as an open house for the Riverfront Specific Plan Update. The commission took no formal action on this informational item, and the meeting adjourned at 6:14 p.m. when a quorum was no longer present.

• No formal action taken on Riverfront Specific Plan Update (informational item)

Shasta Public Library Citizens Advisory Committee - Regular Meeting

The Shasta Public Libraries Citizens Advisory Committee will hold a regular meeting to review the library director's and marketing reports for May and June 2022, hear a demonstration of the Hoopla digital media platform, and receive updates from the Friends of Libraries and the Shasta Library Foundation. The agenda is largely informational, with no major policy decisions or public hearings scheduled.

• Hoopla digital media platform demonstration
• May and June 2022 Director's Report and Statistics
• May and June 2022 Marketing Report and Statistics
• City of Redding Community Services Director's Report
• Reports from Friends of Libraries and Shasta Library Foundation

The committee approved the June 1, 2022 minutes unanimously. Library Director Jared Tolman reported on the HOOPLA digital app and announced that the Burney branch received an 'open+' grant for self-service access starting October 2022. No formal votes were taken on policy items; the meeting was informational.

• Approved June 1, 2022 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Scheduled next meeting at Burney branch for September 7, 2022

Board of Administrative Review - Regular Meeting

The Shasta Public Libraries Citizens Advisory Committee is meeting to review routine reports, including the Library Director's and Marketing reports for May and June 2022, and to receive a demonstration of the Hoopla digital media platform. The agenda is largely informational, with no major decisions or public hearings scheduled.

• Demonstration of Hoopla web and mobile library media streaming platform
• Library Director's Report and Statistics for May and June 2022
• Marketing Report and Statistics for May and June 2022
• Approval of minutes from June 1, 2022 regular meeting

The Shasta Public Libraries Citizens Advisory Committee approved the June 1, 2022 meeting minutes unanimously. The committee received reports on the HOOPLA digital service, the 'open+' grant for Burney library, and updates on South City Park planning and library programs. No public comments were made, and no other formal decisions were taken.

• Approved June 1, 2022 meeting minutes (5-0)

Redding City Council - Special Meeting - Closed Session

This is a special closed-session meeting of the Redding City Council. The council will discuss labor negotiations with three employee organizations and conduct a performance evaluation of the City Manager. No public decisions are expected, and any reportable action will be announced after the closed session.

• Closed session labor negotiations with IAFF Local 1934 (firefighters), IBEW-Electric, and IBEW-Maintenance
• Closed session performance evaluation of City Manager Barry Tippin

The Redding City Council met in a special closed session on August 2, 2022, to discuss labor negotiations with two employee organizations and conduct a performance evaluation of the City Manager. No reportable action was taken on either item, as stated in the minutes. The meeting was otherwise procedural, with no substantive decisions made.

• Held closed session on labor negotiations with Local 1934 of International Association of Fire Fighters and IBEW units — no reportable action
• Held closed session on City Manager performance evaluation — no reportable action

Redding City Council - Regular Meeting

The Redding City Council voted 4-1 to direct staff to return with an urgency ordinance establishing a moratorium on new short-term rental applications, excluding hosted homestays. The Council also approved a consent calendar including contracts, resolutions, and property sales, and authorized a $780,000 consulting agreement with BerryDunn for ERP implementation. Additionally, the Council approved the Block 7 North Block development agreements, including a $3,889,480 Caltrans grant, and established park hours for Nur Pon Open Space.

• Directed staff to draft urgency ordinance for short-term rental moratorium (4-1)
• Approved $780,000 BerryDunn ERP implementation consulting contract (unanimous)
• Approved Block 7 North Block development agreements, including $3,889,480 Caltrans grant (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2022-086 setting Nur Pon Open Space park hours to dawn-dusk (5-0)
• Approved consent calendar including $12.45M in payables/payroll and multiple resolutions (5-0)
• Authorized $3,927,250 wastewater treatment plant pyrolysis project award to SNL Group (consent)
• Approved $235,000 emergency occupancy agreement for 32 supportive housing units (consent)
• Authorized formation of Tree Management Ordinance Update Committee (unanimous)

Redding Planning Commission - Regular Meeting

The Redding City Council is holding a special meeting on August 2, 2022, to discuss labor negotiations with firefighter and electrical worker unions, and to evaluate the city manager's performance. Both items will be discussed in closed session, with any reportable action announced afterward.

• Closed session labor negotiations with Local 1934 of International Association of Fire Fighters, IBEW Electric Employees, and IBEW Maintenance Employees
• Closed session performance evaluation of City Manager Barry Tippin

Redding Planning Commission - Special Meeting

This is a special informational meeting only. The Planning Commission will not take legislative action. The sole business is a public gathering to participate in the Riverfront Specific Plan Open House hosted by the City of Redding, followed by adjournment.

• Riverfront Specific Plan Open House (informational only, no action)
• Special meeting held at Civic Center Community Room, 777 Cypress Avenue
• Meeting duration: 5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.

The Redding Planning Commission convened a special meeting on July 25, 2022, to host an open house for the Riverfront Specific Plan Update. The meeting was informational only, and the commission took no formal action. The meeting adjourned at 6:04 p.m. when a quorum was no longer present.

• Held Riverfront Specific Plan Update open house (informational, no action)

Redding City Council - Special Mtg. - Riverfront Specific Plan Open House

This is a special informational meeting where the Redding City Council will host a public open house for the Riverfront Specific Plan. No legislative action will be taken; the meeting is for public participation and discussion only.

• Riverfront Specific Plan Open House
• Informational meeting only, no legislative action
• Held at Civic Center Community Room, 777 Cypress Avenue

The Redding City Council held a special meeting as an open house for the Riverfront Specific Plan, an informational session for the public. No formal decisions were made, and the meeting adjourned when a quorum was lost.

• Held Riverfront Specific Plan Open House (informational, no action)

Board of Administrative Review - Regular Meeting

The Board of Administrative Review will hold a public hearing to consider approving an amendment to Use Permit UP-11-07, allowing Redding School of the Arts to operate a temporary high school in four modular classrooms on its existing campus at 955 Inspiration Place. Staff recommends approval, finding the project categorically exempt from CEQA and that existing parking is sufficient. The board will also take public comment on non-agendized matters.

• Amendment AMND-2022-01193 to Use Permit UP-11-07 for Redding School of the Arts high school
• Four modular classrooms totaling 4,160 square feet on 2.3 acres of existing parking lot
• Temporary use for 24 months with possible 12-month extension
• CEQA categorical exemption under Section 15301 (Existing Facilities)
• Parking: 53 additional spaces required, existing 153 spaces deemed sufficient

The Board of Administrative Review approved Amendment Application AMND-2022-01193 to Use Permit UP-11-07, allowing Redding School of the Arts to operate a high school in modular classrooms at 955 Inspiration Place. The board determined the project is categorically exempt under CEQA Class 14 (minor additions to schools) and approved it with a condition moved from item 43 to 1a. The vote was unanimous (3-0).

• Approved Amendment AMND-2022-01193 to Use Permit UP-11-07 for Redding School of the Arts high school (3-0)
• Determined project categorically exempt under CEQA Class 14 (minor additions to schools)
• Moved condition item 43 to 1a as requested by Board Member Toy

Administrative Hearings Board - Regular Meeting

The Board of Administrative Review will hold a public hearing to consider approving an amendment to Use Permit UP-11-07, allowing Redding School of the Arts to operate a high school in four modular classrooms on its existing campus at 955 Inspiration Place for 24 months, with a possible 12-month extension. Staff recommends approval, finding the project categorically exempt from CEQA and that existing parking is sufficient. The board may also take public comment on non-agendized matters.

• Amendment AMND-2022-01193 to Use Permit UP-11-07 for Redding School of the Arts high school
• Four modular classrooms totaling 4,160 square feet on 2.3 acres of existing parking lot
• Temporary use for 24 months, possible 12-month extension
• CEQA categorical exemption under Section 15301 (Existing Facilities)
• Parking: 53 additional spaces required, existing 153 spaces sufficient

The Board of Administrative Review approved Amendment Application AMND-2022-01193 to Use Permit UP-11-07, allowing Redding School of the Arts to operate a high school in modular classrooms at 955 Inspiration Place. The approval was subject to draft conditions, with a minor change moving condition item 43 to 1a. The board also determined the project is categorically exempt under CEQA Class 14 (minor additions to schools). The vote was unanimous (3-0).

• Approved Amendment AMND-2022-01193 to Use Permit UP-11-07 for Redding School of the Arts high school (3-0)
• Determined project categorically exempt under CEQA Class 14 (minor additions to schools)
• Moved condition item 43 to 1a as minor addition to approval

Redding City Council - Regular Meeting

The Redding City Council will consider a consent calendar with routine items, including several construction contracts and budget amendments, plus public hearings on sewer and landscape maintenance district assessments. The most consequential item is awarding a $9.46 million contract for the Bechelli Lane Improvements Active Transportation Project.

• Award $9,463,617.46 to Tullis, Inc. for Bechelli Lane Improvements Active Transportation Project
• Approve $1,989,650 Infill Infrastructure Grant for Lowden Lane Senior Apartments Project
• Approve $2,326,400 Infill Infrastructure Grant for Center of Hope Phase I Project
• Approve Tesla supercharger agreement for 8 parking spaces at 704 Auditorium Drive
• Public hearings on annual assessments for sewer and landscape maintenance districts

The Redding City Council approved a large consent calendar, including a $9,463,617.46 contract for the Bechelli Lane Improvements Active Transportation Project, several budget amendments, and multiple ordinances. The council also adopted resolutions for annual assessments on sewer and landscape maintenance districts, and approved new employee MOUs. No public hearings drew public comment, and the council took no formal action on informational reports about the Economic Development Corporation and the Code Enforcement Division.

• Approved $9,463,617.46 Bechelli Lane Improvements contract to Tullis, Inc. (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 2649 amending zoning rules for emergency housing and driveways (4-1)
• Adopted Resolution 2022-066 appropriating $1,989,650 for Lowden Lane Senior Apartments (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2022-067 appropriating $2,326,400 for Center of Hope Phase I (5-0)
• Approved $55,000 purchase of 1297 Riviera Drive for affordable housing (5-0)
• Approved Tesla supercharger agreement at 704 Auditorium Drive (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2022-072 confirming sewer maintenance district assessments (5-0)
• Adopted Resolutions 2022-075/076 approving employee MOUs (5-0)

Redding City Council - Special Meeting - Closed Session

The Redding City Council is holding a special closed-session meeting to discuss existing litigation with legal counsel. The only agenda item is a conference on the case Redding Rancheria v. City of Redding (Shasta County Superior Court Case No. 195500). No public action is expected unless reportable action is announced after the closed session.

• Closed session under California Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(1) for existing litigation
• Case: Redding Rancheria v. City of Redding, Shasta County Superior Court Case No. 195500
• Public comment limited to agendized items, up to 3 minutes per speaker

The Redding City Council met in special closed session to discuss existing litigation with the Redding Rancheria (Shasta County Superior Court Case No. 195500). No reportable action was taken on the item, and the meeting adjourned without any public decisions.

• Held closed session on Redding Rancheria v. City of Redding litigation (no reportable action)

Redding City Council - Special Meeting - Closed Session

This is a special closed-session meeting of the Redding City Council. The council will discuss existing litigation, labor negotiations, a real property purchase, and a performance evaluation for the City Manager. All items are closed to the public, and any reportable action will be announced after the session.

• Closed session on litigation: Warden v. Moore, et al., U.S. District Court Case No. 2:19-CV-00431-MCE-AC
• Labor negotiations with IBEW-Electric Employees and unrepresented employees
• Real property negotiation for 2525 Tarmac Road (APN 109-280-056) with State Compensation Insurance Fund
• Performance evaluation of City Manager

The City Council held a special closed-session meeting and unanimously directed the City Attorney to petition the U.S. Supreme Court to appeal the 9th Circuit's decision not to dismiss the case against Officers Cowan and Weaver on qualified immunity and Heck doctrine grounds. No reportable action was taken on labor negotiations, real property negotiations, or the City Manager's performance evaluation.

• Directed City Attorney to petition U.S. Supreme Court in Warden v. Moore (unanimous)
• Took no reportable action on labor negotiations with IBEW and unrepresented employees
• Took no reportable action on real property negotiation for 2525 Tarmac Road
• Took no reportable action on City Manager performance evaluation

Redding Housing Authority - Regular Meeting

The Redding City Council is holding a special meeting, the sole purpose of which is a closed session to discuss existing litigation with legal counsel. The case is Redding Rancheria v. City of Redding, Shasta County Superior Court Case No. 195500. No other business will be transacted, and any reportable action will be announced after the closed session.

• Closed session conference with legal counsel on existing litigation: Redding Rancheria v. City of Redding, Case No. 195500

The Redding City Council met in special session and immediately adjourned to closed session to discuss existing litigation with the Redding Rancheria. No reportable action was taken on the litigation item, and the meeting adjourned without any public decisions.

• Held closed session on Redding Rancheria v. City of Redding litigation (no reportable action)

Board of Administrative Review - Regular Meeting

The Board of Administrative Review will hold public hearings on two items: an amendment to allow Phoenix Charter Academy to operate a K-12 homeschool facility on Simpson University's campus, and a site development permit for a virtual reality business. Both are recommended for approval with CEQA exemptions.

• Amendment AMND-2022-01095 to Use Permit 123-88 for Phoenix Charter Academy at 255 Shasta View Drive and 2211 College View Drive
• 11 modular buildings totaling 9,760 sq ft for charter school, 24-month term with possible 12-month extension
• Site Development Permit SDP-2022-00873 for virtual reality business at 940 Hilltop Drive, Suites A & B
• CEQA categorical exemptions under Section 15301 for both projects

The Board of Administrative Review approved two permits unanimously. First, it approved an amendment to Use Permit 123-88 allowing Phoenix Charter Academy to operate a K-12 independent study homeschool facility on Simpson University's campus. Second, it approved a Site Development Permit for a virtual reality commercial recreation business at 940 Hilltop Drive. Both projects were determined to be categorically exempt from CEQA.

• Approved Amendment AMND-2022-01095 to Use Permit 123-88 for Phoenix Charter Academy (3-0)
• Approved Site Development Permit SDP-2022-00873 for virtual reality business (3-0)

Redding City Council - Regular Meeting

The Board of Administrative Review will hold public hearings on two items: an amendment to allow Phoenix Charter Academy to operate a K-12 homeschool charter facility in modular buildings on Simpson University's campus for 24 months (with possible 12-month extension), and a site development permit for a virtual reality business at 940 Hilltop Drive. Both are recommended for approval with CEQA categorical exemptions.

• Amendment AMND-2022-01095 to Use Permit 123-88 for Phoenix Charter Academy at 255 Shasta View Drive and 2211 College View Drive
• 11 modular buildings totaling 9,760 sq ft on Simpson University parking lot
• Site Development Permit SDP-2022-00873 for virtual reality business at 940 Hilltop Drive, Suites A & B
• CEQA categorical exemptions under Section 15301 for both projects

The Board of Administrative Review approved two permits: an amendment to Use Permit 123-88 allowing Phoenix Charter Academy to operate a K-12 homeschool facility at Simpson University, and a Site Development Permit for a virtual reality business at 940 Hilltop Drive. Both approvals were unanimous (3-0) and included CEQA categorical exemptions.

• Approved Amendment AMND-2022-01095 to Use Permit 123-88 for Phoenix Charter Academy (3-0)
• Approved Site Development Permit SDP-2022-00873 for virtual reality business (3-0)
• Determined both projects categorically exempt under CEQA

Solid Waste Disposal Committee - Special Meeting

The Solid Waste Disposal Committee will consider approving the Fiscal Year 2022-23 budget of $7,163,760 and adopting tipping fees for the Richard W. Curry West Central Landfill. They will also review a proposed increase in the Replacement and Improvement and Closure/Post-Closure Maintenance fund tipping fee components, and receive a tonnage report. The meeting includes routine items like approving minutes and annual reorganization.

• Approve FY 2022-23 budget of $7,163,760 and adopt tipping fees (City $41.00/ton, County $46.00/ton)
• Increase R&I and CPCM combined tipping fee from $17.52 to $18.24 per ton (4.1% increase)
• Approve $4,955,328 payment to R&I fund for Closure Area 1 construction
• Proposed R&I fund expenditures of $2,054,000 for site paving, methane monitoring, and other improvements
• Accept tonnage report showing FY 2021-22 projected total of 169,661 tons

Redding Planning Commission - Regular Meeting

The Solid Waste Disposal Committee will consider approving the Fiscal Year 2022-23 budget of $7,163,760 and adopting tipping fees for the Richard W. Curry West Central Landfill. The committee will also review fund balances and proposed expenditures for the Replacement and Improvement Fund and the Closure/Post-Closure Maintenance Fund, and receive a verbal update on organics. The meeting includes routine consent items such as approving minutes and accepting a tonnage report.

• Approve FY 2022-23 budget of $7,163,760 and adopt tipping fees; total spending projected at $7,919,260
• Proposed tipping fee for City of Redding: $41.00 per ton (down from $41.29), for Shasta County: $46.00 per ton (down from $46.86)
• Increase combined R&I and CPCM funding level by 4.1% from $17.52 to $18.24 per ton; R&I fund to $12.24 per ton, CPCM unchanged at $6.00
• Payment of $4,955,328 to R&I fund for Closure Area 1 construction; $2,054,000 in R&I expenditures proposed for FY 2022-23
• Equipment purchases: $1,100,000 compactor, $195,000 fuel truck, $35,000 side-by-side UTV, $135,000 tarper

Redding Area Bus Authority - Special Meeting

The Redding Area Bus Authority Board will hold a special meeting to consider the proposed FY 2022-23 budget and updated 7-Year Financial Plan, as well as several leases and contracts. The consent calendar includes routine financial reports, a new school fare agreement, and various project approvals. The board will also consider appointing a new Executive Officer.

• Approve FY 2022-23 budget and 7-Year Financial Plan
• Lease RABA downtown parking lot to City of Redding for $1/month, or $4,375/month if paid parking installed
• Appoint Steve Bade as RABA Executive Officer effective August 1, 2022
• Approve $192,030 contract with GHD for engineering design at 2500 Ellis Street
• Approve up to $550,000 for Transit Signal Priority system with Global Traffic Technologies

The Redding Area Bus Authority board unanimously approved the FY 2022-23 budget and 7-year financial plan, and also approved several leases, contracts, and appointments. The board approved a parking facility lease with the City of Redding, a property lease for 3211 Mark Street, a ridership fare agreement with Anderson New Technology High School, and a consulting contract with GHD for engineering services. Steve Bade was appointed as the new Executive Officer effective August 1, 2022.

• Adopted Resolution RABA 2022-005 approving FY 2022-23 budget and 7-year financial plan (6-0)
• Approved parking facility lease with City of Redding for downtown lots at $1/month, rising to $4,375/month if paid parking installed (6-0)
• Appointed Steve Bade as Executive Officer effective August 1, 2022 (6-0)
• Approved 24-month property lease with City of Redding for 3211 Mark Street (6-0)
• Approved ridership fare agreement with Anderson New Technology High School for $5,707.20 for 2022-23 school year (6-0)
• Approved consulting contract with GHD for engineering and environmental services at 2500 Ellis Street for $192,030 (6-0)
• Approved consent calendar including cash reports, treasurer's reports, and system reports (6-0)
• Authorized transit signal priority project with Global Traffic Technologies up to $550,000 (6-0)

Solid Waste Disposal Committee - Special Meeting

The Redding Municipal Library Board is holding a special meeting to approve minutes from two prior meetings and to receive an oral activity report from new Library Director Jared Tolman, who will be introduced. The agenda is otherwise routine, with public comment and board member suggestions for future topics.

• Approve minutes from Jan 24, 2022 special annual meeting and Mar 1, 2022 special meeting
• Introduction of new Library Director Jared Tolman
• Oral report on Shasta Public Libraries activities and updates

The Redding Municipal Library Board held a special meeting on June 27, 2022, with three members present. They approved the minutes from two prior meetings as part of the consent calendar. The board also received an informational report from the new Library Director Jared Tolman but took no formal action on it.

• Approved minutes of Special Annual Meeting of January 24, 2022, and Special Meeting of March 1, 2022 (3-0)

Redding Municipal Library Board - Special Meeting

The Redding Municipal Library Board will hold a special meeting to approve minutes from two prior meetings and receive an oral report from new Library Director Jared Tolman on Shasta Public Libraries activities. The meeting is largely procedural, with the main substantive item being the director's introduction and update.

• Approve minutes from Jan 24 and Mar 1, 2022 meetings
• Introduction of new Library Director Jared Tolman
• Oral report on Shasta Public Libraries activities

The Redding Municipal Library Board held a special meeting on June 27, 2022, with three members present and two absent. The board approved the minutes from two prior meetings as part of the consent calendar. No other formal actions were taken; the board heard an informational report from the new Library Director Jared Tolman.

• Approved minutes of Special Annual Meeting of January 24, 2022, and Special Meeting of March 1, 2022 (3-0)

Redding Housing Authority - Special Meeting

The Redding Housing Authority Board will consider awarding Project Based Vouchers under the Housing Choice Voucher Program to three developers: Danco Communities, Inc. (16 vouchers for Redding Placer Apartments), Center of Hope Apartments II LP (25 vouchers for Center of Hope II Apartments), and Christian Church Homes (59 vouchers for Piper Way Senior Housing). The board will also approve minutes and accept cash reports and expenditure registers for February and March 2022. Public comment is allowed for non-agendized items, but no action can be taken on those items.

• Conditional award of 16 Project Based Vouchers to Danco Communities, Inc. for Redding Placer Apartments
• Conditional award of 25 Project Based Vouchers to Center of Hope Apartments II LP for Center of Hope II Apartments
• Conditional award of 59 Project Based Vouchers to Christian Church Homes for Piper Way Senior Housing
• Approve minutes of the March 21, 2022 regular meeting
• Accept cash reports and housing assistance registers for February and March 2022

The Redding Housing Authority conditionally awarded 100 Project Based Vouchers (PBVs) under the Housing Choice Voucher Program to three housing providers: Danco Communities, Inc. (16 PBVs), Center of Hope Apartments II LP (25 PBVs), and Christian Church Homes (59 PBVs). The board also found each project statutorily exempt from CEQA review and authorized the Executive Director to sign necessary agreements. The consent calendar, including approval of minutes and acceptance of financial reports, was approved unanimously.

• Conditionally awarded 16 PBVs to Danco Communities, Inc. (4-0)
• Conditionally awarded 25 PBVs to Center of Hope Apartments II LP (4-0)
• Conditionally awarded 59 PBVs to Christian Church Homes (4-0)
• Found each project statutorily exempt from CEQA review (4-0)
• Authorized Executive Director to sign agreements for PBV allocations (4-0)
• Approved minutes of March 21, 2022 regular meeting (4-0)
• Accepted February 2022 cash report and registers totaling $762,315.23 (4-0)
• Accepted March 2022 cash report and registers totaling $805,728.74 (4-0)

Board of Administrative Review - Regular Meeting

The Board of Administrative Review will hold public hearings on three site development permit applications: a 10-unit multiple-family housing project at 3165 Bechelli Lane, a 33,999-square-foot warehouse at 3712 Rancho Road, and a Quick Quack Car Wash at 1045 and 1055 Dana Drive. Staff recommends approval for each, with CEQA categorical exemptions. The board will also take public comment on non-agendized matters.

• 10-unit multiple-family housing at 3165 Bechelli Lane (SDP-2021-01517)
• 33,999-sq-ft warehouse at 3712 Rancho Road (SDP-2021-01887)
• 3,596-sq-ft drive-through carwash at 1045/1055 Dana Drive (SDP-2021-02064)
• CEQA categorical exemptions for all three projects
• Public comment period for non-agendized items

The Board of Administrative Review approved all three site development permit applications on the agenda. The first permit allows construction of 10 multi-family units at 3165 Bechelli Lane, with a condition to preserve or mitigate trees pending a tree study. The second permit approves a 33,999-square-foot warehouse at 3712 Rancho Road, with a minor condition amendment. The third permit approves a Quick Quack Car Wash at 1045 and 1055 Dana Drive. All approvals were unanimous (3-0).

• Approved SDP-2021-01517 for 10 multi-family units at 3165 Bechelli Lane, with tree preservation/mitigation condition (3-0)
• Approved SDP-2021-01887 for 33,999 sq ft warehouse at 3712 Rancho Road, with amended condition 24B (3-0)
• Approved SDP-2021-02064 for Quick Quack Car Wash at 1045/1055 Dana Drive (3-0)

Redding City Council - Regular Meeting

The Redding City Council is meeting to decide on a range of items, including a major enterprise resource planning software contract, a proposed airport name change, and ballot measures for the November election. The consent calendar includes routine approvals such as contracts, budget amendments, and project completions. Public hearings will address zoning text cleanups and fee schedule adjustments.

• Award ERP software contract to CherryRoad (Oracle) estimated at $500,000/year and implementation to Graviton Consulting at $2,400,000
• Consider name change from Redding Municipal Airport to Redding Regional Airport
• Resolution to place on November ballot conversion of City Clerk and City Treasurer to appointed positions
• Public hearing on rezoning RZ-2022-00773 for zoning text cleanups, including emergency housing sites
• Approve $206,000 agreement with Economic Development Corporation of Shasta County for FY 2022-23

The Redding City Council approved a permit for a temporary emergency housing site at St. James Evangelical Lutheran Church (Goodwater Crossing) with up to 4 cabins initially, and directed staff to seek approval for up to 12. The council also approved a ballot measure for the November 2022 election asking voters to convert the City Clerk and City Treasurer offices to appointed positions. Additionally, the council awarded a $2.9M enterprise resource planning software contract, adopted a new fee schedule, and renamed the airport to Redding Regional Airport.

• Approved Goodwater Crossing emergency housing site permit for St. James Church (4-1, Dacquisto no)
• Approved ballot measure to convert City Clerk and City Treasurer to appointed offices (5-0)
• Awarded ERP software contract to CherryRoad/Oracle and Graviton Consulting, est. $2.9M/year (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2022-059 adjusting Schedule of Fees and Service Charges (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2022-060 renaming airport to Redding Regional Airport (5-0)
• Approved $206,000 agreement with Economic Development Corporation of Shasta County (4-1, Dacquisto no)
• Approved $2.5M budget amendment for increased power supply costs (5-0)
• Tabled South City Park plans; approved $49,000 agreement with Project for Public Spaces (3-2)

Redding City Council - Special Meeting - Closed Session

The Redding City Council held a special meeting on June 21, 2022, consisting entirely of a closed session. The agenda included three confidential items: a conference with legal counsel regarding the Redding Rancheria v. City of Redding lawsuit, labor negotiations with six employee unions, and a performance evaluation of the City Manager. No public action or decisions were announced in the provided document.

• Closed session to discuss existing litigation: Redding Rancheria v. City of Redding (Shasta County Superior Court Case No. 195500)
• Closed session for labor negotiations with IBEW, Redding Peace Officers’ Association, Redding Independent Employees’ Organization, and United Public Employees of California
• Closed session for public employee performance evaluation of the City Manager

The Redding City Council met in closed session on June 21, 2022, to discuss existing litigation and labor negotiations, but took no reportable action on either item. The council also postponed a performance evaluation of the City Manager to a future meeting. No substantive public decisions were made.

• No reportable action on Redding Rancheria v. City of Redding litigation
• No reportable action on labor negotiations with six employee organizations
• City Manager performance evaluation moved to future meeting (unanimous)

Redding Area Bus Authority - Regular Meeting

The Redding City Council convened a special meeting on June 21, 2022, consisting entirely of closed session items. The agenda included discussions on existing litigation, labor negotiations with six employee organizations, and a performance evaluation for the City Manager. No public action or decisions were taken in open session.

• Closed session on litigation: Redding Rancheria v. City of Redding (Shasta County Superior Court Case No. 195500)
• Closed session on labor negotiations with IBEW, RPOA, RIEO, and UPEC unions
• Closed session for performance evaluation of the City Manager

The Redding City Council met in a special closed session on June 21, 2022, to discuss existing litigation, labor negotiations, and a performance evaluation for the City Manager. No reportable action was taken on the litigation or labor items, and the council unanimously chose to move the City Manager performance evaluation to a future meeting. The meeting adjourned at 6:02 p.m.

• No reportable action on Redding Rancheria v. City of Redding litigation
• No reportable action on labor negotiations with six employee organizations
• City Manager performance evaluation moved to future meeting (unanimous)

Board of Administrative Review - Regular Meeting

The Commission will review May 2022 reports regarding parks maintenance activity and spring recreation program surveys. The meeting also includes presentations on micro shelters and updates on South City Park and Caldwell Park.

• Report: Parks Maintenance Activity for May 2022
• Report: Recreation Spring 2022 Survey
• Presentation: Micro Shelters by Housing Specialist Chad Neilson
• Presentation: Recreation Program Spring Numbers
• Update: South City Park and Caldwell Park

The Community Services Advisory Commission approved the consent calendar, including minutes from prior meetings and May 2022 reports. They received presentations on micro shelters for the homeless and recreation program spring numbers, and discussed updates on several park projects. No other formal decisions were made.

• Approved consent calendar including minutes and May 2022 reports (4-0)

Community Services Advisory Commission - Regular Meeting

The Community Services Advisory Commission reviewed May 2022 reports regarding parks maintenance, grants, and recreation surveys. The meeting included presentations on micro shelters and updates on South City Park and Caldwell Park.

• Completion of Ravenwood Park playground construction
• Resurfacing of basketball courts at Enterprise Park
• Planned fence installation at Nur Pon Open Space
• Completion of pool plaster at Redding Aquatic Center 50M pool
• Review of Spring 2022 Recreation Survey feedback

The Community Services Advisory Commission approved the consent calendar, which included minutes from prior meetings and May 2022 reports. Presentations covered the city's micro shelter program for emergency housing, recreation program spring numbers, and updates on several park projects. No other formal decisions were made; most items were informational or discussion-only.

• Approved consent calendar including meeting minutes and May 2022 reports (4-0, DeMallie absent)

Redding City Council - Regular Meeting

The Redding City Council approved the consent calendar, which included accepting $11,077,236.14 in accounts payable and payroll registers, adopting Ordinance No. 2648 (solid waste and recycling), and authorizing a $50,000 administrative services payment for the ARPA grant program. The council also approved appointments to the EDC Board and adopted the 2022-23 Action Plan for HUD. All votes were 3-0, with two members absent.

• Approved consent calendar including $11,077,236.14 in payments (3-0)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 2648 amending solid waste and recycling code (3-0)
• Authorized $50,000 for ARPA grant program administration (3-0)
• Approved EDC Board appointments: Corrigan, Brown, and Hunting (3-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2022-052 for 2022-23 HUD Action Plan (3-0)
• Awarded EV charging station contract to Builder Solutions, Inc. for $404,290.50 (3-0)
• Awarded storm drain replacement contract to Northstate Earth and Water, Inc. for $322,472.07 (3-0)
• Authorized grant applications up to $26.3 million for active transportation (3-0)

Shasta Public Library Citizens Advisory Committee - Regular Meeting

The Shasta Public Libraries Citizens Advisory Committee is meeting to approve minutes, introduce new Library Director Jared Tolman, and receive reports on library activities and statistics for March and April 2022. The agenda is largely informational, with no major decisions or public hearings scheduled.

• Introduction of new Library Director Jared Tolman
• Approval of minutes from April 6, 2022 regular meeting
• Director's report and statistics for March and April 2022
• Marketing report and statistics for March and April 2022
• Reports from Friends of Libraries and Shasta Library Foundation

The Shasta Public Libraries Citizens Advisory Committee met on June 1, 2022, and approved the minutes from its April and May meetings. The meeting included reports from library staff on programs and marketing, as well as updates on South City Park. No public comments were made, and no other formal decisions were taken.

• Approved minutes of April 6 and May 4, 2022 meetings (unanimous)

Administrative Hearings Board - Special Meeting

The Administrative Hearings Board will review an appeal by David Coon regarding a citation for 'running at large' involving a German Shepherd and a Rottweiler. The case involves allegations that the dogs attacked a neighbor's cat, resulting in nearly $4,500 in veterinary bills.

• Appeal of Administrative Citation #A-4435 regarding animal running at large
• Review of allegations involving an incident on Bidwell Road
• Discussion of a cannabis presentation
• Review of status report on pending orders

The Administrative Hearings Board upheld an administrative citation for an animal running at large and denied the appeal by David Coon. The decision was made by a 2-0 vote, with Chair Kelly Kafel recused from the item. The board also received updates on pending orders and a cannabis presentation.

• Upheld administrative citation for running at large, denied appeal (2-0, Kafel recused)

Redding Planning Commission - Regular Meeting

The Redding Planning Commission will hold public hearings on two items: a set of minor zoning ordinance amendments (RZ-2022-00773) covering floodplain setbacks, emergency housing site distances, and driveway paving, and an amendment to the Reserve at Gold Hills subdivision (AMND-2020-01539) to divide 39 acres into 151 single-family lots. The commission will also receive public comment on the scope of the EIR for the 2023-2045 General Plan Update.

• Zoning amendments: allow minor encroachments of covered patios/decks into 100-year floodplain setback (up to 40% reduction, max 5% of setback area)
• Zoning amendments: revise distance requirements between emergency housing sites and sensitive uses like schools and parks
• Zoning amendments: establish restrictions on paving driveways on single-family lots
• Amendment to Tentative Subdivision Map S-17-04, The Reserve at Gold Hills, Unit 1: 39 acres into 151 lots, south of Oasis Road and east of Gold Hills Drive
• Public scoping session for 2023-2045 General Plan Update EIR; comment period May 13–June 17, 2022

The Redding Planning Commission approved amendments to the Zoning Ordinance regarding minor encroachments, emergency housing sites, and driveways on single-family lots, with modifications to the emergency housing distance requirements. The commission also approved an amendment to the tentative subdivision map for The Reserve at Gold Hills, Unit 1, allowing 151 single-family lots on 39 acres. Both decisions were made after public hearings.

• Approved zoning amendments for minor encroachments, emergency housing sites, and driveways, with modifications to emergency housing distance requirements (4-3)
• Approved AMND-2020-01539 for The Reserve at Gold Hills, Unit 1, dividing 39 acres into 151 single-family lots (7-0)

Administrative Hearings Board - Regular Meeting

The Board of Administrative Review will hold public hearings on three items: a site development permit for Bethel School of Technology at 55 Lake Boulevard, a parcel map to divide 1.56 acres at 2541 South Waverly Avenue, and an amendment to a use permit for Pathway Church at 777 Loma Vista Drive. The board will consider approvals and CEQA exemptions for each project.

• Site Development Permit SDP-2021-01944 for Bethel School of Technology, café, and shared workspace at 55 Lake Boulevard
• Parcel Map Application PM-2022-00283 by Nouvant Homes to divide 1.56 acres into two lots at 2541 South Waverly Avenue
• Amendment AMND-2021-01784 to Use Permit UP-04-08 for Pathway Church to add two 1,800 sq ft storage buildings and a 900 sq ft shade structure at 777 Loma Vista Drive
• All projects recommended for CEQA categorical exemptions

The Board of Administrative Review approved three items: a site development permit for Bethel School of Technology at 55 Lake Boulevard, a parcel map for Nouvant Homes at 2541 South Waverly Avenue, and an amendment to Pathway Church's use permit at 777 Loma Vista Drive. All approvals were subject to conditions, including added parking conditions for the school and a tree preservation condition for the parcel map. The board also determined each project was categorically exempt under CEQA.

• Approved Site Development Permit SDP-2021-01944 for Bethel School of Technology (2-0, Chair recused)
• Approved Parcel Map PM-2022-00283 for Nouvant Homes with amended condition #11 on oak tree (3-0)
• Approved Amendment AMND-2021-01784 to Use Permit UP-04-08 for Pathway Church (3-0)

Board of Administrative Review - Regular Meeting

The Board of Administrative Review will hold public hearings on three items: a site development permit for Bethel School of Technology at 55 Lake Boulevard, a parcel map to divide 1.56 acres at 2541 South Waverly Avenue, and an amendment to a use permit for Pathway Church at 777 Loma Vista Drive. Each item includes a recommendation to approve subject to conditions, with environmental exemptions under CEQA.

• Site Development Permit SDP-2021-01944 for Bethel School of Technology, café, and shared workspace at 55 Lake Boulevard
• Parcel Map PM-2022-00283 by Nouvant Homes to divide 1.56 acres into two lots at 2541 South Waverly Avenue
• Amendment AMND-2021-01784 to Use Permit UP-04-08 for Pathway Church to add two 1,800 sq ft storage buildings and a 900 sq ft shade structure at 777 Loma Vista Drive
• All projects recommended for categorical exemption under CEQA

The Board of Administrative Review approved three applications: a site development permit for Bethel School of Technology at 55 Lake Boulevard, a parcel map for Nouvant Homes at 2541 South Waverly Avenue, and an amendment to Pathway Church's use permit at 777 Loma Vista Drive. All were found categorically exempt from CEQA. The Bethel permit was approved 2-0 with Chair Middleton recused, and included two additional parking conditions. The parcel map and church amendment were approved 3-0.

• Approved Site Development Permit SDP-2021-01944 for Bethel School of Technology at 55 Lake Boulevard, with added conditions 13 and 14 addressing parking (2-0, Middleton recused)
• Approved Parcel Map PM-2022-00283 for Nouvant Homes to divide 1.56 acres into two lots at 2541 South Waverly Avenue, with amended condition #11 requiring an administrative tree permit for the large oak tree (3-0)
• Approved Amendment AMND-2021-01784 to Use Permit UP-04-08 for Pathway Church to construct two 1,800-square-foot storage buildings and a 900-square-foot shade structure at 777 Loma Vista Drive (3-0)

Redding City Council - Special Meeting - Closed Session

The Redding City Council is holding a special closed session meeting to discuss two real property negotiations: the potential purchase of 655 Bodenhamer Boulevard and a potential donation of a 2.5-acre parcel at Canyon Hollow. No public action is expected, but any reportable action will be announced after the closed session.

• Closed session on potential purchase of 655 Bodenhamer Boulevard (APN 117-230-008) with Lance Zimmer
• Closed session on potential donation of 2.5-acre parcel at Canyon Hollow (APN 203-160-001) with Paul Edgren
• Agency negotiator: Community Services Director Niemer for both items

The Redding City Council met in a special closed session on May 17, 2022, to discuss two real property negotiations. No reportable action was taken on either item, and the meeting adjourned without any public decisions.

• No reportable action on property negotiation at 655 Bodenhamer Boulevard
• No reportable action on property negotiation at Canyon Hollow parcel

Redding City Council - Regular Meeting

The Redding City Council will consider approving the Goodwater Crossing emergency housing site and a development agreement for the Lowden Lane Senior Apartments, which includes a $5.5 million city loan. The council will also review quarterly financial reports, discuss placing a ballot measure to make the City Clerk and Treasurer appointed positions, and consider a solid waste ordinance update. Several consent calendar items involve grant applications, contract amendments, and project approvals.

• Approve Goodwater Crossing Emergency Housing Site: 12 sleeping cabins at 2500 Shasta View Drive for one year
• Development Agreement for Lowden Lane Senior Apartments: $5,500,000 city loan plus $1,989,650 grant loan at 2775 Lowden Lane
• Ballot measure to make City Clerk and City Treasurer appointed rather than elected
• Ordinance to repeal and reenact Chapter 9.28 (Solid Waste and Recycling)
• Reject low bid and award Eastside Road over Olney Creek Bridge to Abacus Construction for $3,703,683.84

The Redding City Council approved, in concept, the Goodwater Crossing Emergency Housing Site at 2500 Shasta View Drive, allowing up to 12 sleeping cabins for a one-year term, with a 3-1 vote (Council Member Dacquisto dissenting). The council also authorized a development agreement for the Lowden Lane Senior Apartments, including a $5.5 million loan and a $1.99 million grant, and directed staff to prepare a ballot measure for the November 2022 election on whether to make the City Clerk and City Treasurer positions appointed rather than elected. All other items on the consent calendar were approved unanimously, including the rejection of a bid for the Eastside Road over Olney Creek Bridge Project and the award to Abacus Construction.

• Approved Goodwater Crossing Emergency Housing Site, up to 12 cabins, one-year term (3-1)
• Authorized development agreement for Lowden Lane Senior Apartments, $5.5M loan and $1.99M grant (4-0)
• Directed staff to prepare ballot measure on appointed City Clerk/Treasurer (4-0)
• Rejected Stewart Engineering bid, awarded Eastside Road bridge to Abacus Construction ($3.7M) (3-1)
• Approved $1M grant application for floodplain study update (consent)
• Approved $3.6M grant application for new groundwater well (consent)
• Approved $2.3M in flood protection grant funds (consent)
• Approved water transfer of 3,280 acre-feet at $300/acre-foot (consent)

Redding Housing Authority - Regular Meeting

The Redding City Council is holding a special closed-session meeting to discuss two real property negotiations. The council will consider the potential purchase of a property at 655 Bodenhamer Boulevard and a potential donation of a 2.5-acre parcel at Canyon Hollow. No public action is expected beyond the closed session and any reportable announcements.

• Closed session on potential purchase of 655 Bodenhamer Boulevard (APN 117-230-008) with Lance Zimmer
• Closed session on potential donation of 2.5-acre parcel at Canyon Hollow (APN 203-160-001) with Paul Edgren
• Agency negotiator: Community Services Director Niemer for both items
• Public comment limited to three minutes per speaker on agendized items

The Redding City Council met in special session on May 17, 2022, and immediately adjourned to closed session to discuss real property negotiations for two properties. No reportable action was taken on either item, and the meeting adjourned at 6:02 p.m. No substantive decisions were made.

• Held closed session on 655 Bodenhamer Boulevard property negotiation (no reportable action)
• Held closed session on Canyon Hollow 2.5-acre parcel negotiation (no reportable action)

Community Services Advisory Commission - Regular Meeting

The Community Services Advisory Commission will hold a regular meeting with routine consent items, presentations on tourism, fire/fuel reduction, and youth programs, and will consider amendments to the Redding Municipal Code regarding park use. The commission will also receive updates on South City Park and Caldwell Park, and will enter closed session to discuss property negotiations for open space acquisitions.

• Consideration of amendments to the Redding Municipal Code relative to park use
• Closed session to consider open space acquisition at Canyon Hollow Trails (Assessor's No. 203-160-001) with Paul Edgren
• Closed session to consider real property negotiations at Boulder Creek (Assessor's Parcel No. 117-230-008) with Lance Zimmer
• Presentation on Redding tourism efforts by Danny Orloff of Visit Redding
• Presentation on fire/fuel reduction efforts by Assistant Director Joseph Forseth-Deshais

The Commission voted unanimously to recommend City Council adopt amended Redding Municipal Code sections on park use, pending City Attorney review. They also approved the consent calendar, tabling April minutes to June. Presentations covered tourism, fire fuel reduction, and youth activity programs funded by the American Rescue Act.

• Approved consent calendar with April 2022 minutes tabled to June 8 (5-0)
• Recommended City Council adopt amended park use code, pending City Attorney clearance (5-0)

Administrative Hearings Board - Special Meeting

The Administrative Hearings Board is reviewing an appeal regarding administrative citation C-3066 at 20 Branstetter Lane. Code Enforcement staff found approximately 358 cannabis plants in outdoor cultivation and unpermitted greenhouses during a warrant execution. The property owner has met with city staff to reach a settlement agreement.

• Affirmation of Administrative Citation C-3066 for 20 Branstetter Lane
• Discovery of approximately 358 cannabis plants in outdoor cultivation and greenhouses
• Removal and disposal of cannabis plants and dried flower buds by Code Enforcement
• Proposed adoption of a Settlement Agreement between the city and property owner

The Administrative Hearings Board held a special meeting and considered one uncontested administrative citation appeal for 20 Branstetter Lane. The board adopted the proposed Administrative Hearing Order, including minor modifications to the settlement agreement, with a unanimous vote. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Adopted Administrative Hearing Order for 20 Branstetter Lane appeal (2-0)
• Included minor settlement modifications: corrected last name spelling and changed year from 2022 to 2021 in Paragraph B

Redding Planning Commission - Regular Meeting

The Administrative Hearings Board is reviewing an appeal regarding Administrative Citation C-3066. Code Enforcement recommends affirming the citation following the discovery of approximately 358 cannabis plants at the property.

• Administrative Citation C-3066 for outdoor cannabis cultivation
• Discovery of 358 cannabis plants, including those in two greenhouses
• Removal and disposal of plants by Code Enforcement, RPD, and SCINTF
• Proposed Settlement Agreement between the property owner and City staff

The Administrative Hearings Board approved a settlement agreement for an uncontested administrative citation appeal at 20 Branstetter Lane. The appellant, Nashua Olson, was not present, but the City Attorney's Office reached a resolution acceptable to the Code Enforcement Division. The board adopted the proposed order with minor administrative corrections to names and dates.

• Adopted settlement order for citation appeal at 20 Branstetter Lane (2-0)

Redding City Council - Special Meeting - Closed Session

This is a special closed-session meeting of the Redding City Council. The council will discuss existing litigation in the case Baker, et al. v. City of Redding, et al. and conduct a performance evaluation of the City Attorney. No public action is expected beyond any reportable announcements after the closed session.

• Closed session on existing litigation: Baker, et al. v. City of Redding, et al., Shasta County Superior Court Case No. 192661
• Closed session on public employee performance evaluation for the City Attorney

The City Council held a closed session and authorized the City Attorney to initiate litigation in the case Baker, et al. v. City of Redding, et al. No reportable action was taken on the City Attorney's performance evaluation. The meeting was procedural, with no public comment and no other substantive decisions.

• Authorized City Attorney to initiate litigation in Baker v. City of Redding (unanimous)
• Took no reportable action on City Attorney performance evaluation

Redding City Council - Regular Meeting

The Redding City Council will consider appropriating $1.25 million to update the Redding Riverfront Specific Plan, funded by reallocating ARPA funds. The council will also hear reports on bond issuance for fire stations, housing programs, and the airport strategic plan, and consider several consent calendar items including contracts and purchases.

• Approve $1.25M for Riverfront Specific Plan update (ARPA reallocation)
• Award $468,514.15 to Howard Industries for distribution transformers
• Approve $493,598 for Redding Airport Terminal Assessment Study
• Award $337,500 for Bechelli Lane/Loma Vista traffic signal project
• Authorize renewable energy purchases with Shell Energy (2025-2034)

The Council approved a $1.25 million update to the Redding Riverfront Specific Plan, funded by reallocating $750,000 from ARPA broadband funds and $500,000 from ARPA South City Park funds, with Council Member Mezzano dissenting. The Council also accepted a report on fire station bond issuance and directed staff to postpone issuing bonds until market conditions improve. All other agenda items were approved as part of the consent calendar.

• Adopted Resolution No. 2022-042 funding Riverfront Specific Plan update with $1.25M (4-1)
• Directed staff to postpone fire station bond issuance until market conditions improve (unanimous)
• Approved consent calendar including $12,040,061.98 in accounts payable and payroll
• Adopted Ordinance No. 2647 for military equipment policy per AB 481
• Awarded Bid Schedule 5272 for transformers to Howard Industries ($468,514.15 annually)
• Authorized $493,598 for airport Terminal Assessment Study with Mead & Hunt
• Awarded Bechelli Lane/Loma Vista traffic signal contract to Crosspoint General Engineering ($337,500)
• Reappointed Barbara Ghidinelli to Shasta County Commission on Aging (unanimous)

Redding Planning Commission - Regular Meeting

This is a special closed-session meeting of the Redding City Council. The council will discuss existing litigation in the case Baker, et al. v. City of Redding, and conduct a performance evaluation of the City Attorney. No public action is expected, as the agenda is limited to these two closed-session items.

• Closed session on existing litigation: Baker, et al. v. City of Redding, et al., Shasta County Superior Court Case No. 192661
• Closed session on public employee performance evaluation for the City Attorney

Community Services Advisory Commission - Special Meeting

The Community Services Advisory Commission is holding a special meeting to receive a presentation on a new ranger program from Police Chief Bill Schueller, consider a report on South City Park from Project for Public Spaces, and get updates on Caldwell Park and other projects. The agenda also includes routine consent items such as approval of minutes and monthly staff reports on parks, recreation, action plan status, and grants. No final decisions are listed; most items are for discussion or information.

• Presentation on New Ranger Program by RPD Chief Bill Schueller
• Consideration of South City Park Report from Project for Public Spaces
• Caldwell Park Update
• Approval of minutes from March 9 and March 30, 2022 meetings
• Monthly reports: Parks Maintenance, Recreation Activity, Action Plan Status, Grants and Donations for March 2022

The Commission voted unanimously to move forward with the conceptual design for South City Park proposed by Project for Public Spaces, advancing to the next phase of planning. The presentation included feedback from surveys and focus groups, with features like a pavilion, food vendors, and multi-use courts. Several commissioners expressed opposition to a proposed dog park due to space concerns. The Commission also approved the consent calendar and received updates on the Park Ranger Program and other projects.

• Approved consent calendar including March 2022 minutes and reports (5-0)
• Approved moving South City Park conceptual design to next planning phase (5-0)
• Heard presentation on new Park Ranger Program with 4 rangers and 2 trucks
• Received update on Caldwell Park bike park and skate park grand opening April 30
• Noted $1.5M grant application for Panorama Park expansion
• Noted Pacheco Joint Use Agreement with city paying half of light fixtures
• Noted construction bids out for FLAP Grant river trail project
• Noted Ravenwood Playground construction began April 26

Administrative Hearings Board - Regular Meeting

The Administrative Hearings Board will hold a contested hearing on an appeal of Administrative Citation No. C-2577 issued to David and Rita Shepherd for property at 2174 Waldon Street. The citation alleges violations of building permit requirements and dead/overgrown vegetation after a November 2021 fire. Staff recommends the board affirm the citation and adopt the proposed order.

• Contested appeal of Administrative Citation No. C-2577 for 2174 Waldon Street
• Alleged violations: California Residential Code R105.1 (building permit required) and Redding Municipal Code 1.15.160(D) (dead/overgrown vegetation)
• Citation issued January 28, 2022; property owners David and Rita Shepherd
• Fire damage reported November 30, 2021; demo permit obtained March 15, 2022 and passed final inspection March 24, 2022
• Board to also discuss status report on pending orders

Board of Administrative Review - Regular Meeting

The Board of Administrative Review will hold public hearings on five development applications, including a Bethel School of Technology campus, a storage expansion, a Shasta Bible College building, two park caretaker residences, and a parcel map subdivision. Each item includes a recommendation to approve, subject to CEQA determinations and conditions.

• Site Development Permit SDP-2021-01944: Bethel School of Technology, café, and shared workspace at 55 Lake Boulevard
• Amendment AMND-2022-00222: 89,040 sq ft of storage in three buildings at 5525 Airport Road
• Amendment AMND-2021-02105: 1,152 sq ft building at Shasta Bible College, 2951 Goodwater Avenue
• Site Development Permits SDP-2022-00431/00432: two 1,200 sq ft park caretaker residences at Enterprise Park and S. Bonnyview Boat Launch
• Parcel Map PM-2021-02124: divide 6.6 acres into four lots at S. Bonnyview Road and Bechelli Lane

Redding City Council - Special Meeting - Closed Session

This is a special meeting of the Redding City Council convened solely for closed session discussions. The council will meet with legal counsel regarding existing litigation in the case Sweeney v. City of Redding, and with its labor negotiator to discuss negotiations with three employee organizations. No public action is expected, though any reportable action will be announced after the closed session.

• Closed session on existing litigation: Sweeney v. City of Redding (WCAB Case Nos. ADJ15322932, ADJ14466673, ADJ13057380)
• Closed session on labor negotiations with IBEW-Electric Employees
• Closed session on labor negotiations with Redding Independent Employees' Organization (Clerical, Technical and Professional Unit)
• Closed session on labor negotiations with Redding Independent Employees' Organization (Supervisory & Confidential Unit)

Redding City Council - Regular Meeting

The Redding City Council will consider declaring the Rodeo Grounds and Civic Auditorium properties as surplus, a step toward potential sale or development. The council will also vote on a consent calendar that includes a $2.4 million street maintenance contract, a water purchase from The McConnell Foundation, and a $10 million bond approval for a project at 443 Redcliff Drive. Other items include adopting a military equipment policy, moving to Stage Two water shortage, and appropriating $5 million for fire station design.

• Declare Rodeo Grounds (722 Auditorium Drive) and Civic Auditorium (710 and 750 Auditorium Drive) as surplus property
• Award $2,437,000 contract to VSS International for Cape Seal 2022 road project
• Approve $10,000,000 bond issuance for TNRE 6, LLC project at 443 Redcliff Drive
• Purchase 900 acre-feet of water from The McConnell Foundation at $250 per acre-foot
• Adopt Redding Police Department Policy 707 on military equipment per AB 481

The Redding City Council voted 4-1 to direct staff to return with a resolution amending the budget to use ARPA funds for a consultant to update the Redding Riverfront Property Specific Plan, instead of declaring the Rodeo Grounds and Civic Auditorium properties surplus. The council also approved the consent calendar, including a $2.437 million cape seal contract, and moved to Stage Two water shortage conditions effective May 1, 2022.

• Approved consent calendar including $2,437,000 cape seal contract (5-0)
• Approved $10M bond approval letter for TNRE 6, LLC project at 443 Redcliff Drive (5-0)
• Approved purchase of 900 acre-feet of water from McConnell Foundation at $250/acre-foot (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2022-038 proclaiming Arbor Day and recognizing Tree City USA (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2022-039 updating Master Employee Pay Schedule (5-0)
• Appointed Brandi Greene and reappointed Michelle Goedert to Planning Commission (unanimous)
• Directed staff to return with ARPA-funded consultant for riverfront specific plan (4-1)
• Adopted Ordinance 2647 for police military equipment policy (5-0)

Redding Area Bus Authority - Regular Meeting

This is a special meeting of the Redding City Council, held primarily as a closed session. The council will discuss existing litigation in the case of Sweeney v. City of Redding and confer with its labor negotiator regarding contracts with three employee organizations. No public action is expected beyond any reportable announcements after the closed session.

• Closed session on existing litigation: Sweeney v. City of Redding (WCAB Case Nos. ADJ15322932, ADJ14466673, ADJ13057380)
• Closed session on labor negotiations with IBEW-Electric, RIEO-Clerical/Technical/Professional, and RIEO-Supervisory/Confidential units
• Designated labor negotiator: Assistant City Manager/Personnel Director DeMaagd

The Redding City Council met in special session on April 19, 2022, and immediately adjourned to closed session to discuss existing litigation and labor negotiations. No reportable action was taken on either closed session item, and the meeting adjourned at 6:00 p.m. The minutes record no substantive public decisions.

• No reportable action on existing litigation (Sweeney v. City of Redding)
• No reportable action on labor negotiations with IBEW and Redding Independent Employees' Organization units

Redding Planning Commission - Regular Meeting

The Redding Planning Commission will hold public hearings on two items: a use permit for a 31,368-square-foot women's clinic by Shasta Community Health Center at Placer and Continental Streets, and an appeal of a short-term rental permit at 1707 Sterling Drive. The commission will also consider approving minutes from the March 22 meeting and take public comment on non-agendized matters.

• Use permit for 31,368-square-foot women's clinic at northwest corner of Placer and Continental Streets
• Auxiliary parking lot at southeast corner of Yuba and Continental Streets
• Appeal of short-term rental permit at 1707 Sterling Drive
• CEQA exemption for clinic project under Section 15332 (infill development)
• Parking reduction to 65 stalls (75% reduction) for clinic

The Redding Planning Commission approved a use permit for a 31,368-square-foot women's clinic by Shasta Community Health Center, finding it exempt from CEQA. The commission also approved an appeal by neighboring property owners, overturning the Development Services Director's approval of a short-term rental permit at 1707 Sterling Drive. Both decisions were made with votes of 3-0, with two commissioners absent.

• Approved Use Permit UP-2021-00093 for Shasta Community Health Center women's clinic (3-0)
• Approved Appeal APPL-2022-00440, overturning short-term rental permit at 1707 Sterling Drive (3-0)

Board of Administrative Review - Regular Meeting

The Citizens Advisory Committee is meeting to receive presentations on the Summer Blast reading program, the LibraryIQ collection management tool, and plans for Volunteer Appreciation month. The committee will also review the February 2022 director's and marketing reports, which include statistics on circulation, programs, and social media. No votes or decisions are scheduled; the agenda is informational and procedural.

• Presentation on Summer Blast summer reading program
• Presentation on LibraryIQ collection management tool
• Presentation on April Volunteer Appreciation month plans
• February 2022 Director's report and statistics
• February 2022 Marketing report and statistics

The Shasta Public Libraries Citizens Advisory Committee met on April 6, 2022, and approved the minutes from the March 2, 2022 meeting. The rest of the meeting consisted of reports and updates on summer programs, library operations, and community events, with no other formal decisions made.

• Approved minutes of March 2, 2022 meeting (5-0)

Shasta Public Library Citizens Advisory Committee - Regular Meeting

The Shasta Public Libraries Citizens Advisory Committee will hear presentations on the Summer Blast reading program, the LibraryIQ collection management tool, and plans for Volunteer Appreciation month. The committee will also receive the February 2022 Director's and Marketing reports, which include statistics on circulation, programs, and social media engagement. The meeting is largely informational, with no votes on policy or funding.

• Presentation on Summer Blast summer reading program
• Presentation on LibraryIQ collection management tool
• Presentation on April Volunteer Appreciation month plans
• February 2022 Director's report: $10,127 grant for Zip Books program
• February 2022 statistics: 27,547 physical items circulated system-wide

The Shasta Public Libraries Citizens Advisory Committee approved the minutes from its March 2, 2022 meeting unanimously. The committee received reports on upcoming Summer Blast programs, a new collection management tool, and other library updates, but took no other formal actions.

• Approved March 2, 2022 meeting minutes (5-0)

Redding City Council - Special Meeting - Closed Session

The Redding City Council met in closed session to discuss negotiations for three properties in Stillwater Business Park. No reportable action was taken on any of the items, and the meeting adjourned without public decisions.

• No reportable action on Stillwater Business Park Lot 8 negotiation with USWTE Investments, LLC
• No reportable action on Stillwater Business Park Lot 9 negotiation with Ally Power, Inc.
• No reportable action on Stillwater Business Park Lot 4 negotiation with Shastaforce Holdings, LLC

Redding City Council - Regular Meeting

The Redding City Council will consider placing a ballot measure to appoint rather than elect the City Clerk and City Treasurer, and will discuss implementing vegetation management and wildfire mitigation measures. The council will also consider a downtown parking strategy that includes user-paid parking with rates up to $1.00 per hour and re-establishing a parking enforcement officer position. The consent calendar includes contracts, grants, and budget amendments.

• Consider ballot measure to appoint City Clerk and City Treasurer instead of electing
• Consider downtown parking strategy with user-paid parking up to $1.00/hour and re-establishing parking enforcement officer
• Approve $30,000 contract with Youth Options Shasta for youth programming
• Authorize grant applications: $3,120,368 to Urban Greening for California Street Cycle Track, $22,000,000 to RAISE for South Bonnyview Interchange
• Accept 25-acre parcel donation along Sacramento River adjacent to Kapusta Open Space

The Redding City Council, with three members present (Mayor and Vice Mayor absent), approved a downtown parking strategy including user-paid parking with rates up to $1.00 per hour and re-established a Parking Enforcement Officer position. The council also directed staff to develop wildfire vegetation management standards and approved consent calendar items including contracts, grants, and budget amendments.

• Approved downtown paid parking system with rates up to $1.00/hour (3-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2022-035 re-establishing Parking Enforcement Officer position (3-0)
• Directed staff to develop wildfire vegetation management standards (3-0)
• Approved consent calendar including $11.7M in accounts payable and payroll (3-0)
• Approved $30,000 contract with Youth Options Shasta for youth programming (3-0)
• Authorized grant applications for $3.12M (Urban Greening) and $22M (RAISE) (3-0)
• Awarded $281,719 contract for Shasta Street Railroad Crossing Improvements (3-0)
• Approved $250,000 budget increase for West Street Area School Safety Project (3-0)

Community Development Advisory Committee - Special

The Community Development Advisory Committee will discuss 2022-23 funding projections and review its preliminary rating and ranking of public service project proposals, then formulate a funding recommendation to submit to the City Council. The committee will also approve the minutes from the March 22, 2022 meeting. This is a working session to decide which local nonprofit programs to recommend for Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) public service funding.

• Discussion of 2022-23 CDBG funding projections; 15% of allocation available for public service activities (last year: $112,770)
• Review and ranking of public service project proposals for funding recommendations
• Approval of March 22, 2022 meeting minutes
• Public comment for non-agendized matters

Community Services Advisory Commission - Special Meeting

The Community Services Advisory Commission is holding a special meeting to consider parkland dedication, reservation, and trail easements for The Reserve subdivision, a proposed 151-lot small-lot development. The commission will also review the Recreation Element of the General Plan update. The meeting includes roll call, closing comments, and adjournment.

• Parkland dedication of 1.8 acres and reservation of 0.3 acres (2.1 acres total) for The Reserve subdivision
• Trail construction and associated easements along Dry Creek corridor
• Creation of a Landscape Maintenance District (LMD) for park, trails, and common area landscaping
• Detention basin design to allow active use or attractive landscaping
• Review of General Plan Recreation Element Focus Group document

The commission unanimously approved conditions for The Reserve subdivision, including a 1.8-acre parkland dedication plus a 0.3-acre reservation (2.1 acres total), trail construction and easements, a detention basin design, and creation of a Landscape Maintenance District. It also approved modified language for the Recreation Element of the General Plan. No other substantive decisions were made; remaining items were informational updates.

• Approved parkland dedication (1.8 acres) and reservation (0.3 acres) for The Reserve (3-0)
• Approved trail construction and associated easements for The Reserve (3-0)
• Approved detention basin design allowing active use or attractive landscaping (3-0)
• Approved creation of Landscape Maintenance District for park, trails, and common areas (3-0)
• Approved modified Recreation Element language in General Plan (3-0)

Community Development Advisory Committee - Special

The Community Development Advisory Committee is holding public hearings to review proposals for public service activities. The committee will also review 2022-23 funding projections and evaluation criteria for CDBG proposals.

• Public hearing: Shasta County Child Abuse Prevention Coordinating Council ($25,000 request)
• Public hearing: Northern Valley Catholic Social Service ($20,000 request)
• Public hearing: Youth Violence Prevention Council ($25,000 request)
• Public hearing: YMCA ($24,180 request)
• Public hearing: FaithWorks ($25,000 request)

Redding Planning Commission - Regular Meeting

The Redding Planning Commission will hold public hearings on two items: a variance and property line adjustment for properties at 3823 Cheryl Drive and 3824 Bechelli Lane, and an appeal of a parcel map approval for Shasta Bible College at 3005 Hartnell Avenue. The commission will decide whether to approve the variance allowing a lot size reduction due to a swimming pool crossing the property line, and whether to uphold the previous approval of the parcel map dividing 30.8 acres into three lots.

• Variance V-2022-00348 and Property Line Adjustment PLA-2022-00073 by Dori Orwig for 3823 Cheryl Drive and 3824 Bechelli Lane
• Proposed lot size reduction from 11,517 to 9,475 sq ft (below 10,000 sq ft minimum) and lot depth from 127 to 95 ft (below 100 ft minimum)
• Appeal APPL-2022-00393 by Alan B. Cox of Parcel Map PM-2021-00290 for Shasta Bible College at 3005 Hartnell Avenue
• Staff recommends approval of both items with conditions

Redding Municipal Library Board - Regular Meeting

The Redding Area Bus Authority (RABA) Board will consider awarding a contract for a Short Range Transit Plan and adopting a resolution to obtain Low Carbon Transit Operations Program funds. The consent calendar includes routine approvals such as minutes, financial reports, and special event shuttle services. A recognition will be given to operator James Locker for reaching one million miles.

• Award RFP for Short Range Transit Plan to LSC Transportation Consultants, Inc.
• Adopt resolution to obtain Low Carbon Transit Operations Program funds
• Free shuttle service for Sundial Splash event on June 22, 2022
• Special route for Kool April Nites event on April 30, 2022
• Amend RABA Policy No. 121 regarding SRTA representation

The Redding Area Bus Authority approved a consent calendar including financial reports, ridership reports, and a free shuttle for Sundial Splash. The board awarded a contract for a Short Range Transit Plan to LSC Transportation Consultants, Inc. and adopted a resolution to pursue Low Carbon Transit Operations Program funds.

• Approved consent calendar items including minutes, cash reports, and treasurer's reports (6-0)
• Authorized free shuttle service for Sundial Splash event on June 22, 2022 (6-0)
• Approved special route for Kool April Nites event on April 30, 2022 (6-0)
• Adopted Resolution RABA 2022-003 amending Policy No. 121 on quorum and voting (6-0)
• Awarded RFP for Short Range Transit Plan to LSC Transportation Consultants, Inc. (6-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2022-002 delegating authority to obtain Low Carbon Transit Operations Program funds (7-0)

Redding Area Bus Authority - Regular Meeting

The Redding Area Bus Authority is considering awarding a contract to LSC Transportation Consultants, Inc. for a Short Range Transit Plan. The Board will also discuss obtaining Low Carbon Transit Operations Program funds and reviewing various routine financial and system reports.

• Award of RFP RABA Schedule No. 67 to LSC Transportation Consultants, Inc. for a Short Range Transit Plan
• Resolution to obtain Low Carbon Transit Operations Program funds
• Approval of free shuttle service for the City of Redding Sundial Splash event on June 22, 2022
• Establishment of a special bus route for the Kool April Nites event on April 30, 2022
• Recognition of transit operator James Locker for reaching one million miles driven

The Redding Area Bus Authority approved a consent calendar including financial reports, ridership updates, and resolutions, and awarded a contract for a Short Range Transit Plan to LSC Transportation Consultants, Inc. The board also adopted a resolution delegating authority to obtain Low Carbon Transit Operations Program funds. All votes were unanimous with two members absent.

• Awarded RFP for Short Range Transit Plan to LSC Transportation Consultants, Inc. (6-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. RABA 2022-003 amending Policy No. 121 on quorum and voting (6-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2022-002 delegating authority to obtain Low Carbon Transit Operations Program funds (7-0)
• Approved free shuttle service for Sundial Splash event on June 22, 2022 (consent)
• Approved special route for Kool April Nites event on April 30, 2022 (consent)
• Accepted November and December 2021 cash reports and treasurer's reports (consent)
• Accepted system reports for December 2021 and January 2022 (consent)
• Approved minutes of January 24, 2022 special annual meeting (consent)

Redding Housing Authority - Regular Meeting

The Redding Housing Authority will hold a public hearing to consider approving its Streamlined Annual Public Housing Authority Plan for Fiscal Year 2022-23, which will be submitted to HUD. The board will also approve routine consent items, including minutes and financial reports for December 2021 and January 2022.

• Public hearing on Resolution approving submission of Streamlined Annual Public Housing Authority Plan for FY 2022-23 to HUD
• Approve minutes of January 24, 2022 regular meeting
• Accept cash report, housing assistance register, and staff authorized expenditures for December 2021 (total cash $2,359,494.53)
• Accept cash report, housing assistance register, and staff authorized expenditures for January 2022 (total cash $2,315,005.33)

The Redding Housing Authority approved Resolution No. RHA 2022-001, authorizing submission of the Streamlined Annual Public Housing Authority Plan for Fiscal Year 2022-23 to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development. The vote was 4-0, with two commissioners absent. The consent calendar was also approved, including minutes from January 24, 2022, and acceptance of cash reports and expenditure registers for December 2021 and January 2022.

• Approved Resolution No. RHA 2022-001 for FY 2022-23 Annual Plan submission to HUD (4-0)
• Approved minutes of January 24, 2022 regular meeting
• Accepted December 2021 cash report totaling $2,359,494.53 and related registers
• Accepted January 2022 cash report totaling $2,315,005.33 and related registers

Redding City Council - Special Meeting - Closed Session

This is a special closed-session meeting of the Redding City Council. The council will discuss labor negotiations with the fire fighters union, property negotiations for two city parcels, and existing litigation. No public action is expected, but any reportable action will be announced after the closed session.

• Closed session labor negotiations with IAFF Local 1934
• Property negotiations for Stillwater Business Park lots 11b, 12, 13 (APNs 054-220-019, 054-260-003, 054-260-004, 054-260-005) with PDC Sacramento LPIV, LLC
• Property negotiations for Latona Road parcel APN 050-090-026 with Redding Foundation
• Closed session on existing litigation: Quaife v. City of Redding, Case No. 2:20-CV-02073-MCE-DMC

The Redding City Council met in closed session and took one reportable action: accepting an offer of dedication of land at Latona Road (adjacent to Kapusta Open Space) from the Redding Foundation at zero cost. All other closed-session items (labor negotiations, real property negotiations for Stillwater Business Park, and existing litigation) resulted in no reportable action. The meeting was procedural and closed to the public, with no substantive decisions beyond the land dedication.

• Accepted dedication of land at Latona Road (APN 050-090-026) from Redding Foundation at zero cost
• Took no reportable action on labor negotiations with Local 1934 of International Association of Fire Fighters
• Took no reportable action on real property negotiations for Stillwater Business Park lots 11b, 12, 13
• Took no reportable action on existing litigation Quaife v. City of Redding

Redding City Council - Regular Meeting

The Redding City Council will vote on several significant items, including $6 million in disaster recovery housing loans for four apartment projects, a $40,000 signing bonus for lateral police officers, and a $17.6 million ARPA spending plan. The agenda also includes routine consent items such as minutes, warrants, and a resolution to terminate the COVID-19 local emergency.

• Approve $1M loan for Kennett Court II Apartments at 1155 Lake Boulevard
• Approve $1M loan for Kennett Court Senior Apartments at 1185 Lake Boulevard
• Approve $2M loan for Alturas Crossing at 1320/1368 Old Alturas Road
• Approve $2M loan for Center of Hope Apartments II at 2303 Alfreda Way
• Increase lateral police officer signing bonus from $10,000 to $40,000

Community Services Advisory Commission - Regular Meeting

The Community Services Advisory Commission will hold its regular meeting to review and accept routine staff reports on parks maintenance, recreation activities, action plan status, and grants/donations for February 2022. The commission will also discuss the General Plan Recreation Element focus group, receive an update on Caldwell Park, and hear project updates. The agenda is largely procedural, with most items being informational reports for acceptance.

• Accept February 2022 Parks Maintenance Activity Report, including ball field prep, horseshoe/cornhole pit refurbishment at Lake Redding Park, NEXT Trail irrigation, and Redding Aquatic Center plaster project
• Accept February 2022 Recreation Activity Report, including new Shasta Youth Outdoor Leadership Initiative grant from Prop 68
• Accept February 2022 Action Plan Status Report, including Caldwell Park expansion, Shastina Ranch park, Salt Creek Heights park, and $8.5 million grant for Panorama Park
• Accept February 2022 Grants and Donations Report, totaling $25,235,930 in grants/donations
• Discuss General Plan Recreation Element focus group second meeting

The commission approved the consent calendar, including minutes from prior meetings and February 2022 reports. The main discussion focused on revising the General Plan Recreation Element, with members suggesting language changes to recognize the Sacramento River, cultural history, partnerships, and inclusivity. No formal decisions were made on the recreation element; it remains under review.

• Approved consent calendar (minutes, reports) (4-0, Divine absent)
• Discussed revisions to General Plan Recreation Element (no vote)
• Rescheduled skate park opening to April 2, 2020 (reported)
• Noted council approved Sundial Bridge lighting in Ukraine flag colors (reported)

Redding City Council - Special Meeting

The Redding City Council is holding a special meeting with a single agenda item: whether to authorize a light display on the Sundial Bridge deck projecting Ukraine's national flag colors (yellow and blue) in support of the Ukrainian people. The item is a discussion and decision, not a final action yet. The agenda is otherwise procedural, with no other business items.

• Authorize light display on Sundial Bridge deck in Ukraine flag colors (yellow and blue)
• Approximately one hour of staff time for scheduling and programming lights, no additional cost
• Alternative action: Council could decline the display
• Background cites Russia's invasion of Ukraine and global support displays

The Redding City Council authorized a light display projecting Ukraine's national flag colors (yellow and blue) on the Sundial Bridge deck, beginning March 7, 2022, for an indeterminate duration in support of the Ukrainian people. The motion passed unanimously (4-0) with one council member absent. No other substantive business was conducted.

• Authorized Ukraine flag colors light display on Sundial Bridge deck (4-0, Dacquisto absent)

Shasta Public Library Citizens Advisory Committee - Regular Meeting

The Shasta Public Libraries Citizens Advisory Committee is meeting to review and accept the January 2022 Library Director's Report and Marketing Report, which include statistics on circulation, programs, and outreach. The agenda also includes a grant report, director recruitment update, and reports from community partners. No major policy decisions or public hearings are scheduled.

• January 2022 statistics: 29,603 physical circulations, 88,906 library visits system-wide
• Over 1,000 COVID home testing kits distributed at Redding Library
• Zip Books grant application submitted for approximately $10,000
• 2,135 library cards delivered to local school districts
• Director recruitment update and grant report

The committee approved the February 2, 2022 minutes unanimously. They received reports on library director recruitment (goal to fill by May), rising circulation and volunteer numbers, and an infrastructure grant covering all branches for generators, lighting, pavement, security, air quality, and solar panels. No formal decisions were made beyond the minutes approval.

• Approved February 2, 2022 meeting minutes (4-0)

Board of Administrative Review - Regular Meeting

The Board of Administrative Review will hold public hearings on three site development permit applications. The board is expected to approve all three, subject to conditions, and find each project exempt from CEQA. The projects include converting an office to residential use, and constructing two gas stations with convenience stores and car washes.

• SDP-2021-01412: Convert office to residential at 1918 West Street (1,350 sq ft residential, 225 sq ft office)
• SDP-2020-01519: BP/AM/PM gas station with 18 fueling positions, 3,180 sq ft store, and car wash at 24 & 38 Churn Creek Road
• SDP-2021-01542: Gas mart with 6 pumps, 3,014 sq ft store, drive-thru, and car wash at 462 & 482 E. Cypress Avenue and 473 Grove Street
• Traffic mitigation for Churn Creek project includes roundabout at Hawley Road/Churn Creek Road/Collyer Drive
• All projects recommended for CEQA categorical exemptions

The Board of Administrative Review approved all three site development permit applications on the agenda. The first allows a residential use at 1918 West Street. The second approves a convenience store, gas station, and car wash at 24 and 38 Churn Creek Road, with conditions including a roundabout. The third approves a gas mart, fueling station, and car wash at 462/482 E. Cypress Avenue and 473 Grove Street, with added conditions for a sound study and bollards.

• Approved residential use at 1918 West Street (SDP-2021-01412) (3-0)
• Approved AM/PM store, gas station, and car wash at 24 & 38 Churn Creek Road (SDP-2020-01519) (3-0)
• Approved gas mart, fueling station, and car wash at 462/482 E. Cypress Ave & 473 Grove St (SDP-2021-01542) (3-0)

Redding City Council - Special Meeting - Closed Session

This is a special closed-session meeting of the Redding City Council. The council will discuss labor negotiations with two employee groups and real property negotiations for two parcels on Old Alturas Road. No public decisions are scheduled; any reportable action will be announced after the closed session.

• Closed session on labor negotiations with Redding Peace Officers' Association and IBEW Local 1245
• Closed session on property negotiations for 1448 and 1571 Old Alturas Road
• Negotiating parties include Danny Martinez and the Brunelli Trust
• Discussion of price and terms for potential property acquisition

The Redding City Council held a special closed-session meeting on March 1, 2022, to discuss labor negotiations and real property acquisitions. No reportable action was taken on the labor negotiation item. The Council authorized specific offers to property owners for the Old Alturas Bridge over Churn Creek Project: $18,250 to the Brunelli Trust and $33,397.11 to Danny Martinez. The meeting adjourned at 5:59 p.m.

• Authorized $18,250 offer to Brunelli Trust for 1571 Old Alturas Road (APN 071-390-020)
• Authorized $33,397.11 offer to Danny Martinez for 1448 Old Alturas Road (APN 071-280-002)
• Took no reportable action on labor negotiations with Redding Peace Officers' Association and IBEW Local 1245

Redding Municipal Library Board - Special Meeting

The Redding Municipal Library Board unanimously approved the Shasta Public Libraries 2021 Annual Report. The report was presented by Community Services Director Kimberly Niemer, who also noted that interviews for a new Library Director are forthcoming. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved Shasta Public Libraries 2021 Annual Report (unanimous)

Redding City Council - Regular Meeting

The Redding City Council will consider forgiving a $3.1 million loan from Redding Electric Utility to the General Fund for the California Soccer Park turf replacement, approve three new Firefighter positions, and adopt several budget amendments. The consent calendar includes routine financial reports, a downtown specific plan update, and various equipment purchases.

• Forgive $3.1M Redding Electric Utility loan for California Soccer Park turf
• Approve $600,000 for East Redding substation design
• Approve $384,914.69 Caterpillar 323 Excavator purchase
• Approve $10,000 signing incentive for Electric Utility System Operators
• Adopt Ordinance No. 2646 for Downtown Redding Specific Plan Update

The Redding City Council approved repayment of a $3.1 million loan from the Redding Electric Utility to the General Fund for California Soccer Park turf replacement, directing staff to propose repayment terms at the 2023-25 Budget Workshops. The council also approved three permanent firefighter positions with a $97,750 budget appropriation, and adopted the Downtown Redding Specific Plan Update and related zoning amendments. All other consent calendar items were approved unanimously.

• Authorized repayment of $3.1M Redding Electric Utility loan for soccer park turf (unanimous)
• Approved 3 permanent firefighter positions and $97,750 appropriation (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 2646 for Downtown Redding Specific Plan Update and zoning map amendments (3-0, 2 recused)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2022-022 appropriating $600,000 for East Redding substation design
• Approved $384,914.69 purchase of Caterpillar 323 Excavator for Solid Waste Utility
• Approved $10,000 signing and $1,000 referral incentives for Electric Utility System Operators
• Approved $430,000 increase to asphalt replacement construction contingency budget
• Accepted accounts payable and payroll registers totaling $10,490,725.33

Redding Housing Authority - Regular Meeting

This is a special meeting of the Redding City Council, held in closed session to discuss two items: labor negotiations with two employee unions and the potential acquisition of two properties on Old Alturas Road. No public decisions are scheduled; any reportable action will be announced after the closed session.

• Closed session labor negotiations with Redding Peace Officers' Association (Miscellaneous Employees) and IBEW Local 1245 (Electric Employees)
• Closed session property negotiations for 1448 Old Alturas Road (APN 071-280-002) and 1571 Old Alturas Road (APN 071-390-020)
• Negotiating parties include Danny Martinez and the Brunelli Trust; terms discussed are price and terms

Community Services Advisory Commission - Special Meeting

The Community Services Advisory Commission is holding a special meeting to discuss the Recreation Element of the General Plan Update. The agenda includes roll call, the Recreation Element focus group discussion, closing comments, and adjournment. No formal decisions or votes are listed.

• Discussion of General Plan Update – Recreation Element Focus Group
• Special meeting notice under California Government Code Section 54956
• Public comment via Speaker Request Form

Redding Planning Commission - Regular Meeting

The Community Services Advisory Commission is holding a special meeting to participate in a Recreation Element Focus Group as part of the General Plan Update. The agenda includes roll call, the focus group discussion, closing comments, and adjournment. No other business will be conducted.

• General Plan Update – Recreation Element Focus Group

Redding City Council - Special Meeting - Budget Workshop

The Redding City Council is holding a special budget workshop to review the Fiscal Year 2021-22 mid-year budget report, consider approving new General Fund expenditures, and approve an expenditure plan for federal Coronavirus State and Local Fiscal Recovery (SLFR) funds. The meeting includes a recommendation to accept the mid-year report and direct staff to prepare budget resolutions for future consideration.

• General Fund expenditures through Dec 31, 2021: $49,129,046 (43.9% of appropriations)
• General Fund revenue through Dec 31, 2021: $38,436,758 (14% above projection)
• Fire Department overtime: $3,118,634 vs $1,160,700 budget
• Police Department overtime: $1,003,472 vs $736,500 budget
• Recommended sales tax increase to $32 million for FY 2021-22

The Redding City Council accepted the Fiscal Year 2021-22 Mid-Year Budget Report by consensus. They unanimously approved motions to pursue bond funding for fire stations, add five police officer positions for Beat 8 using ARPA funds, and approve General Fund expenditure increases as outlined in Staff Report 3B. A motion to forgive a $3.5 million loan from Redding Electric Utility to the General Fund failed on a 3-2 vote. For SLFR funds, a motion to fund only police officers and COVID tests failed, but a subsequent motion to fund all recommended expenditures in Staff Report 3C passed on a 3-2 vote.

• Accepted the Fiscal Year 2021-22 Mid-Year Budget Report by consensus.
• Approved motion to pursue bond funding for fire stations and direct staff to develop a preliminary bond statement (unanimous).
• Denied motion to forgive approximately $3.5 million loan from Redding Electric Utility to the General Fund (3-2 vote).
• Approved budget increase for five new police officer positions for Beat 8 using ARPA funds through FY 2025-26 (unanimous).
• Approved General Fund expenditure increases as outlined in Staff Report 3B and directed staff to return with options for Airport Road improvements (unanimous).
• Denied motion to fund only five police officers and COVID tests from SLFR funds (3-2 vote).
• Approved motion to direct staff to develop budget resolutions for all recommended SLFR expenditures in Staff Report 3C (3-2 vote).

Administrative Hearings Board - Regular Meeting

The Administrative Hearings Board will hold public hearings on two administrative citation appeals. The first, for 500 Quartz Hill Road, is uncontested and involves 10 citations for parking on unpaved surfaces; staff recommends affirming them with a proposed order. The second, for 2920, 2950, and 2970 Cascade Boulevard, is contested, with staff recommending affirming two citations. The board will also approve minutes, swear in witnesses, take public comment, and discuss pending orders.

• Uncontested appeal by CHJ Bel Air Properties for 10 citations (C2262-C2268, C2774-C2777) at 500 Quartz Hill Road for parking on unsurfaced areas
• Contested appeal by Oasis Lane Company, LP for citations C-3907 and C-3921 at 2920, 2950, and 2970 Cascade Boulevard
• Proposed order for Quartz Hill Road includes 50% payment of citations, with remainder suspended for one year if no further violations
• Public comment allowed for non-agendized items, max 3 minutes per speaker
• Approval of minutes from December 15, 2021 and January 19, 2022 meetings

The Redding Administrative Hearings Board dismissed an administrative citation appeal for 2920, 2950, and 2970 Cascade Boulevard because no appellant or representative appeared. The Board also approved a settlement for 500 Quartz Hill Road, where the property owner agreed to pay half of $22,675 in citations and the other half would be suspended for one year if no further violations occur. The Board accepted the February 2022 status report for pending orders.

• Dismissed the administrative citation appeal for 2920, 2950, and 2970 Cascade Boulevard due to no appearance by the appellant or representative.
• Approved the staff recommendation for 500 Quartz Hill Road, accepting a settlement where half of $22,675 in citations is paid and the other half is suspended for one year pending no new violations.
• Approved the minutes from the December 15, 2021, and January 19, 2022, regular meetings.
• Accepted the February 2022 status report for pending orders.

Board of Administrative Review - Regular Meeting

The Redding Board of Administrative Review will hold a continued public hearing on a site development permit and zoning exception for 1063 and 1071 Gilbert Street. The applicant, Jason Dotzenrod, proposes adding four dwelling units to a property that currently has three, and requests a parking reduction to one covered space per unit. Staff recommends approval, finding the project categorically exempt from CEQA. The hearing was continued from February 2, 2022, due to a notice error.

• Site Development Permit SDP-2021-00898 for four new dwelling units at 1063/1071 Gilbert Street
• Zoning Exception ZE-2022-00155 to reduce covered parking to one space per unit
• Property is 0.51 acres in RM-20 Residential Multiple Family District
• Project is categorically exempt under CEQA Section 15303
• Public hearing continued from February 2, 2022

The Board of Administrative Review approved Site Development Permit SDP-2021-00898 and Zoning Exception Permit ZE-2022-00155 for four new dwelling units at 1063 and 1071 Gilbert Street. The board determined the project is categorically exempt from CEQA and that findings for approval are in evidence. The motion passed unanimously with no public comments heard.

• Approved Site Development Permit SDP-2021-00898 for four dwelling units at 1063 and 1071 Gilbert Street
• Approved Zoning Exception Permit ZE-2022-00155 for the same project
• Determined the project is categorically exempt from CEQA
• Determined findings for approval are in evidence
• Adopted the draft conditions of approval

Community Development Advisory Committee - Special

The Community Development Advisory Committee will hold a special meeting to appoint officers, approve minutes, adopt the 2022-23 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) schedule of events, and receive an informational update on 2021-22 activities and funding availability. The meeting is open to the public.

• Appointment of Chairperson and Vice-Chairperson for one-year term
• Adoption of 2022-23 CDBG schedule of events, including application deadlines and public hearings
• Status report on 2021-22 CDBG activities, including $112,770 in public-service allocations
• Approval of March 31, 2021 meeting minutes

Redding City Council - Regular Meeting

The City Council will consider a public hearing regarding the Downtown Redding Specific Plan Update, including rezoning and general plan amendments. The agenda also includes several consent calendar items involving utility purchases, grant applications, and infrastructure projects.

• Downtown Redding Specific Plan Update, Rezoning, and General Plan Amendment
• Community Fire Risk Reduction Program grant application for $520,000
• Purchase of Digger Derrick-Tracked Backyard truck for $245,000
• Electric and Gas Industries Association, Inc. service agreement up to $1,353,551
• Purchase of Doppstadt Inventhor Type 6 Slow-Speed Shredder for $671,981.20

The City Council approved the Downtown Redding Specific Plan Update, including rezoning and General Plan amendments, with a 35-foot building height limit east of Continental Street. The council also approved the HOME-ARP Plan for federal housing funds and the Five-Year Capital Improvement Plan. All consent calendar items were approved, including contracts, purchases, and resolutions. Council members Dacquisto and Resner recused themselves from the Downtown vote due to property ownership in the area.

• Adopted Resolution 2022-019 and introduced Ordinance 2646 for the Downtown Redding Specific Plan Update, with a 35-foot height limit east of Continental Street (3-0, Dacquisto and Resner abstained).
• Adopted Resolution 2022-020 approving the HOME-ARP Plan for submission to HUD (5-0).
• Adopted Resolution 2022-021 approving the Five-Year Capital Improvement Plan for FY 2021-22 to 2026-27 (5-0).
• Approved the consent calendar, including minutes, accounts payable, and payroll registers.
• Adopted Resolutions 2022-011 through 2022-018, covering grants, contracts, and employee unit certifications.
• Awarded a contract for limited food and beverage service at City Hall to Heritage Coffeehouse.
• Awarded the Magnolia Area Sewer Improvements Phase One project to Jason Abel Construction, Inc. for $6,330,696.50.
• Accepted the Redding Electric Utility's Q2 FY 2021-22 financial report (unanimous).

Redding City Council - Special Meeting - Closed Session

This is a special closed-session meeting of the Redding City Council. The council will discuss labor negotiations with four employee organizations, existing litigation in Johnson v. City of Redding, and a potential claim from Kelli Tapley-Moore over a city vehicle incident. No public action is scheduled; any reportable action will be announced after the closed session.

• Closed session: labor negotiations with IBEW Electric, IBEW Maintenance, RIEO Clerical/Technical/Professional, and RIEO Supervisory/Confidential units
• Closed session: existing litigation Johnson v. City of Redding, U.S. District Court Case No. C19-01722-JAM-DB
• Closed session: anticipated litigation from claim No. 21-073-442 by Kelli Tapley-Moore for damage caused by a City vehicle on February 3, 2021

The Redding City Council held a special closed session meeting on February 15, 2022, to discuss labor negotiations and legal matters. The council took no reportable action on labor negotiations or existing litigation, but authorized a $30,000 settlement offer to claimant Kelli Tapley-Moore for damage caused by a City vehicle. The meeting adjourned at 6:00 p.m.

• Authorized a $30,000 settlement offer to Kelli Tapley-Moore for a claim against the City
• Took no reportable action on labor negotiations with four employee organizations
• Took no reportable action on existing litigation in Johnson v. City of Redding

Community Services Advisory Commission - Regular Meeting

The Community Services Advisory Commission will consider approving the 2022-2025 Community Services Action Plan, which outlines future parks, trails, and open space projects. The agenda also includes a presentation on California Soccer Park, a property donation adjacent to Kapusta Open Space, and updates on South City Park and Caldwell Park. Consent items cover routine reports on parks maintenance, recreation activities, action plan status, and grants and donations for January 2022.

• Consideration of 2022-2025 Community Services Action Plan
• Presentation on California Soccer Park by Chad New
• Consideration of property donation adjacent to Kapusta Open Space
• South City Park and Caldwell Park updates
• Grants and donations report totaling $20,828,769

The Commission voted to recommend the Community Services Action Plan 2022-2025 and the acceptance of a private property donation adjacent to Kapusta Open Space to the City Council. Both motions passed unanimously with three ayes and no noes. The meeting also included updates on park projects, including Shastina Ranch Park design progress and the upcoming Skate Park opening event.

• Recommended 2022-25 Community Services Action Plan to City Council (3-0)
• Approved donation of property adjacent to Kapusta Open Space (3-0)
• Approved consent calendar including minutes and January 2022 reports (3-0)

Redding Planning Commission - Regular Meeting

The Redding Planning Commission, acting as the Community Services Advisory Commission, will consider approving the 2022-2025 Community Services Action Plan, which outlines future parks, trails, and open space projects. The meeting also includes a presentation on the California Soccer Park, a property donation adjacent to Kapusta Open Space, and updates on South City Park and Caldwell Park. Consent calendar items include routine reports on parks maintenance, recreation activity, action plan status, and grants and donations.

• Consideration of 2022-2025 Community Services Action Plan
• Presentation on California Soccer Park by Chad New
• Consideration of property donation adjacent to Kapusta Open Space
• South City Park update
• Caldwell Park update

The Community Services Advisory Commission voted to recommend the 2022-25 Community Services Action Plan and the acceptance of a private property donation adjacent to Kapusta Open Space to the City Council. Both motions passed unanimously with three ayes and no noes, with two commissioners absent. The commission also approved the consent calendar and heard updates on parks and projects.

• Recommended 2022-25 Community Services Action Plan to City Council (3-0)
• Approved consideration of property donation adjacent to Kapusta Open Space (3-0)
• Approved consent calendar including December 2021 minutes and January 2022 reports (3-0)

Shasta Public Library Citizens Advisory Committee - Regular Meeting

The Shasta Public Library Citizens Advisory Committee is meeting to consider the 2021 Annual Report, which highlights library programs, the fine-free initiative, and new website. They will also review the November and December 2021 Director's Report and statistics, along with marketing reports and updates from the Friends of Libraries and Shasta Library Foundation. The meeting includes routine items like approving minutes from December 1, 2021.

• Consideration of the 2021 Annual Report, including fine-free initiative and new website
• Review of November and December 2021 Director's Report and statistics
• Approval of minutes from December 1, 2021 meeting
• Reports from Friends of Libraries and Shasta Library Foundation

The Shasta Public Libraries Citizens Advisory Committee met on February 2, 2022, and approved the minutes from its December 1, 2021 meeting. The committee also heard presentations from local artist Jim Philips and Interim Director Patricia Crosby, who gave the 2021 annual report. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved December 1, 2021 meeting minutes (4-0)

Board of Administrative Review - Regular Meeting

The Board of Administrative Review will hold public hearings on three development applications. Staff recommends approving all three, subject to conditions. The most significant is a proposal to add four dwelling units at 1063 and 1071 Gilbert Street, which also requires a zoning exception to reduce parking to one covered space per unit. The board will also consider a new 26,376-square-foot office building at 3776 Electro Way and a garage addition at 411 Agate Way.

• Site Development Permit SDP-2021-00898 and Zoning Exception ZE-2022-00155: four new dwelling units at 1063 and 1071 Gilbert Street, with parking reduction to one covered space per unit
• Site Development Permit SDP-2021-01661: 26,376-square-foot office building at 3776 Electro Way
• Amendment AMND-2021-01951: 450-square-foot addition to detached garage at 411 Agate Way
• All projects recommended for approval and CEQA exemption

The Board of Administrative Review approved a site development permit for a 26,376-square-foot building at 3776 Electro Way and an amendment to a site development permit for a garage addition at 411 Agate Way. The board continued the Gilbert Street project to allow proper noticing. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved Site Development Permit SDP-2021-01661 for Electro Way building (3-0)
• Approved Amendment AMND-2021-01951 for garage addition at 411 Agate Way (3-0)
• Continued SDP-2021-00898 and ZE-2022-00155 to February 16, 2022 (3-0)

Redding City Council - Regular Meeting

The Board of Administrative Review will hold public hearings on three development proposals. The main item is a request to add four dwelling units to an existing three-unit property at 1063 and 1071 Gilbert Street, including a parking reduction. The board will also consider a new 26,376-square-foot office building at 3776 Electro Way and a garage addition at 411 Agate Way. All items are recommended for approval with conditions.

• Four new dwelling units at 1063/1071 Gilbert Street with parking reduction to one covered space per unit
• 26,376-square-foot office building at 3776 Electro Way
• 450-square-foot garage addition at 411 Agate Way
• All projects recommended as exempt from CEQA

The Board of Administrative Review approved a site development permit for a 26,376-square-foot building at 3776 Electro Way and an amendment for a garage addition at 411 Agate Way. A proposal for four dwelling units at 1063 and 1071 Gilbert Street was continued to February 16, 2022, due to incomplete noticing.

• Approved Site Development Permit SDP-2021-01661 for 26,376-sq-ft building at 3776 Electro Way (3-0)
• Approved Amendment AMND-2021-01951 for 450-sq-ft garage addition at 411 Agate Way (3-0)
• Continued SDP-2021-00898 and ZE-2022-00155 for Gilbert Street project to Feb 16, 2022 (3-0)

Redding Capital Services Corporation - Special Annual Meeting

The Redding Capital Services Corporation is holding a special annual meeting to ratify Mayor Kristen Schreder as President and Vice Mayor Michael Dacquisto as Vice President, as required by its bylaws. The board will also approve the minutes from the previous annual meeting. The agenda is otherwise routine and procedural.

• Ratify Mayor Kristen Schreder as President and Vice Mayor Michael Dacquisto as Vice President
• Approve minutes from the Special Annual Meeting of January 25, 2021

The Redding Capital Services Corporation held a special annual meeting and ratified Kristen Schreder as President and Michael Dacquisto as Vice President, as required by the bylaws. The board also approved the minutes from the January 25, 2021 special annual meeting. All votes were unanimous among the four present members, with Dacquisto absent.

• Ratified Kristen Schreder as President and Michael Dacquisto as Vice President (4-0, Dacquisto absent)
• Approved minutes of the January 25, 2021 special annual meeting (4-0, Dacquisto absent)

City of Redding as Successor Agency to the Redding Redevelopment Agency - Special Meeting

The City of Redding, acting as the Successor Agency to the Redding Redevelopment Agency, will hold a special meeting to select a Chairperson and Vice Chairperson for one-year terms. The agenda also includes approval of the minutes from the January 25, 2021 special meeting. The meeting is scheduled for January 24, 2022, at 5:15 p.m. in the Civic Center Council Chambers.

• Selection of Chair and Vice Chair for the Successor Agency to the Redding Redevelopment Agency
• Approval of minutes from the January 25, 2021 special meeting

The Redding Redevelopment Agency Successor Agency held a special meeting and appointed Michael Dacquisto as Chairperson and Mark Mezzano as Vice Chairperson for one-year terms. The board also approved the minutes from the January 25, 2021 special meeting. Both actions were approved unanimously by the four members present, with Dacquisto absent.

• Appointed Michael Dacquisto as Chairperson (4-0, Dacquisto absent)
• Appointed Mark Mezzano as Vice Chairperson (4-0, Dacquisto absent)
• Approved minutes of January 25, 2021 special meeting (4-0, Dacquisto absent)

Redding Area Bus Authority - Special Annual Meeting

The Redding Area Bus Authority (RABA) Board will hold its special annual meeting to reorganize by appointing a Chair and Vice Chair, and to reaffirm Policy No. 121 and appoint a representative and alternate to the Shasta Regional Transportation Agency (SRTA) Board. The board will also consider a consent calendar with routine financial reports and a resolution updating its procurement policy, plus a system performance review for fiscal year 2020-21.

• Appoint Chair and Vice Chair per RABA Policy No. 121
• Reaffirm Policy No. 121 and appoint SRTA Board representative and alternate
• Accept cash reports, accounts payable registers, and treasurer's reports for Aug-Oct 2021
• Adopt resolution amending Procurement Policy No. 114 (updates to FTA Clause Applicability Chart, new Appendices L and M)
• Accept Annual Comprehensive Financial Report for FY 2020 and 2021

The Redding Area Bus Authority board held its annual reorganization, appointing Mike Gallagher as Chair and Mark Mezzano as Vice Chair. The board also took no action on ratifying Policy No. 121 pending staff review of SRTA's requested modifications, and appointed Mezzano as representative and Resner as alternate to SRTA. All consent calendar items were approved, including financial reports, ridership reports, and Resolution No. RABA 2022-001.

• Appointed Mike Gallagher as Chair and Mark Mezzano as Vice Chair (7-0)
• Took no action on ratifying Policy No. 121, directed staff to review SRTA letter and return with updated policy (7-0)
• Appointed Mark Mezzano as representative and Erin Resner as alternate to SRTA Board (7-0)
• Approved consent calendar including cash reports, treasurer's reports, and system reports (7-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. RABA 2022-001 amending Procurement Policy (7-0)
• Accepted FY 2020-21 System Performance Report (7-0)

Redding Municipal Library Board - Special Annual Meeting

The Redding Municipal Library Board is holding a special annual meeting to reorganize its leadership. The board will appoint a new President and Vice President, following the recent City Council reorganization. The agenda also includes approval of the minutes from the August 16, 2021 regular meeting and a public comment period.

• Appoint new President and Vice President per Redding Municipal Code Section 2.42.050
• Approve minutes from the August 16, 2021 regular meeting
• Public comment for non-agendized matters within board jurisdiction

The Redding Municipal Library Board held its special annual meeting and unanimously approved the annual reorganization, appointing Michael Dacquisto as President and Mark Mezzano as Vice President. The board also approved the minutes from the August 16, 2021 regular meeting. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Appointed Michael Dacquisto as President and Mark Mezzano as Vice President (4-0, Dacquisto absent)
• Approved minutes of the August 16, 2021 regular meeting (4-0, Dacquisto absent)

Redding City Council - Special Meeting

The Redding City Council will hold a special meeting to consider a consent calendar of routine items and one regular calendar item. The most significant action is a proposal to apply for a $3,450,697 FEMA SAFER grant to fund 12 firefighter positions over three years. Other items include accepting grants, awarding construction contracts, and approving budget amendments.

• Authorize SAFER grant application for $3,450,697 to fund 12 firefighter positions
• Accept $398,250 grant for General Plan Update from County of Shasta and City of Shasta Lake
• Award $536,526 contract to Lakmann Builders for Hollow Lane Storm Drain Project
• Award $732,032 contract to Cox and Cox Construction for Abernathy Lift Station and Force Main Project
• Accept $6,740,000 in ATP funds for Bechelli Lane and Loma Vista Active Transportation Corridor Improvements

The Redding City Council approved a consent calendar covering financial registers, grants, and construction contracts, and authorized a $3.45 million FEMA SAFER grant application to fund 12 firefighter positions over three years. All votes were unanimous (4-0) with one absence.

• Approved accounts payable and payroll registers totaling $9,065,897.97 (4-0)
• Accepted Treasurer's Report for December 2021 (4-0)
• Accepted $398,250 grant for General Plan Update and adopted Resolution 2022-008 (4-0)
• Accepted Nur Pon Open Space improvements as complete (4-0)
• Authorized application for up to $1.5M Land and Water Conservation Fund grant for Panorama Park (4-0)
• Awarded Hollow Lane Storm Drain Project to Lakmann Builders, Inc. for $536,526 plus fees (4-0)
• Accepted $6.74M ATP funds for Bechelli Lane and Loma Vista corridor improvements (4-0)
• Awarded Abernathy Lift Station and Force Main Project to Cox and Cox Construction for $732,032 (4-0)

Redding Joint Powers Financing Authority - Special Annual Meeting

The Redding Joint Powers Financing Authority is holding a special annual meeting to ratify the appointments of Mayor Kristen Schreder as Chair and Vice Mayor Michael Dacquisto as Vice Chair. The board will also approve the minutes from its January 25, 2021 special annual meeting. The agenda contains no other substantive business.

• Ratify Mayor Kristen Schreder as Chair and Vice Mayor Michael Dacquisto as Vice Chair
• Approve minutes of the January 25, 2021 special annual meeting

Redding Housing Authority - Regular Meeting

The Redding Housing Authority will hold its annual reorganization, appointing a new Chair and Vice Chair to its Board of Commissioners, with Vice Mayor Michael Dacquisto and Mayor Pro Tempore Mark Mezzano expected to serve per past practice. The board will also consider a consent calendar that includes approving minutes from September 2021, accepting cash reports and housing assistance registers for July through November 2021, and accepting the independent auditor's report for fiscal year ended June 30, 2021.

• Appoint new Chair and Vice Chair to Housing Authority Board of Commissioners
• Approve minutes from September 20, 2021 regular meeting
• Accept cash reports, housing assistance registers, and staff authorized expenditures for July-November 2021
• Accept independent auditor's reports and basic financial statements for fiscal year ended June 30, 2021

The Redding Housing Authority held a brief regular meeting on January 24, 2022, and unanimously appointed Commissioner Kristen Schreder as Chair and Commissioner Michael Dacquisto as Vice Chair (Dacquisto was absent). The board also approved the consent calendar, which included minutes from September 20, 2021, monthly cash reports and housing assistance registers for July through November 2021, and the independent auditor's reports and financial statements for fiscal year ended June 30, 2021. All votes were 5-0 with no abstentions.

• Appointed Kristen Schreder as Chair and Michael Dacquisto as Vice Chair (5-0)
• Approved minutes of September 20, 2021 regular meeting (5-0)
• Accepted July 2021 cash report of $2,440,881.48 and related registers (5-0)
• Accepted August 2021 cash report of $2,480,931.62 and related registers (5-0)
• Accepted September 2021 cash report of $2,501,501.45 and related registers (5-0)
• Accepted October 2021 cash report of $2,548,635.24 and related registers (5-0)
• Accepted November 2021 cash report of $2,393,720.38 and related registers (5-0)
• Accepted independent auditor's reports and financial statements for FY ended June 30, 2021 (5-0)

Administrative Hearings Board - Regular Meeting

The Redding Administrative Hearings Board will conduct public hearings on three contested administrative citations: one for animal regulation violations (unlicensed dog, unsanitary conditions, maltreatment) and two for code enforcement violations at 885 Lake Boulevard #3 and 2092 Penn Drive. The board will decide whether to affirm, modify, or overturn the citations and penalties.

• Appeal of citation A-4355 for unlicensed dog, unsanitary conditions, and maltreatment at 3142 Lawrence Road #19; fine $600
• Appeal of citation C-3057 for building permit violation at 885 Lake Boulevard #3
• Appeal of citation C-3054 for code violation at 2092 Penn Drive
• Public comment period for non-agendized items
• Status report on pending orders

The Redding Administrative Hearings Board heard three administrative citation appeals. It approved staff's recommendation for Shawn Adams' animal regulation citation but removed the maltreatment charge. The board upheld a code enforcement citation at 885 Lake Boulevard #3 and denied the appeal. It also denied an appeal for 2092 Penn Drive after the appellant failed to appear.

• Approved staff recommendation for Adams citation, except maltreatment charge (3-0)
• Upheld Administrative Citation C-3057 at 885 Lake Boulevard #3, denied appeal (2-0, Figura recused)
• Denied appeal for 2092 Penn Drive due to appellant absence (3-0)

Board of Administrative Review - Regular Meeting

The Redding Municipal Library Board will hold a special annual meeting to reorganize by appointing a new President and Vice President, following the City Council's December 2021 reorganization. The board will also consider approving the minutes from its August 16, 2021 regular meeting. Public comment will be heard on non-agendized matters.

• Annual reorganization: appoint new President and Vice President per Redding Municipal Code Section 2.42.050
• Approve minutes from the August 16, 2021 regular meeting
• Public comment period for non-agendized items

The Redding Municipal Library Board held its annual reorganization, appointing Michael Dacquisto as President and Mark Mezzano as Vice President, effective immediately. The board also approved the minutes from its August 16, 2021 regular meeting. Both actions passed unanimously with four votes in favor and one member absent.

• Appointed Michael Dacquisto as President and Mark Mezzano as Vice President (4-0, Dacquisto absent)
• Approved minutes of the August 16, 2021 regular meeting (4-0, Dacquisto absent)

Redding City Council - Special Meeting - Closed Session

This is a special closed-session meeting of the Redding City Council. The council will discuss real property negotiations for the potential sale of Lot 6 in Stillwater Business Park and labor negotiations with the United Public Employees of California–Redding Technical Unit. No public action is scheduled; any reportable action will be announced after the closed session.

• Closed session: real property negotiation for Stillwater Business Park, Lot 6 (APN 054-220-028) with Crosland Barnes Group, price and terms
• Closed session: labor negotiation with United Public Employees of California–Redding Technical Unit

The Redding City Council met in a special closed session on January 18, 2022, to discuss real property negotiations for Stillwater Business Park Lot 6 and labor negotiations with the United Public Employees of California–Redding Technical Unit. No reportable action was taken on either item, and the meeting adjourned without any public decisions.

• No reportable action on real property negotiation for Stillwater Business Park Lot 6
• No reportable action on labor negotiation with United Public Employees of California–Redding Technical Unit

Redding City Council - Regular Meeting

The Redding City Council will hold a continued public hearing to consider adopting the Downtown Redding Specific Plan Update, including rezoning and fee changes. The consent calendar includes a $10 million Homekey grant application for affordability covenants at 1178 Lake Boulevard, a $4.09 million roundabout project award, and several other contracts and purchases.

• Continued public hearing on Downtown Redding Specific Plan Update (GPA-2021-00449, RZ-2021-00450)
• Authorize $10M Homekey grant application with Rolling Oak, LLC for 1178 Lake Boulevard
• Award $4,089,735 to Tullis Inc. for South Bonnyview Road/I-5 Phase II Bechelli Lane Roundabout
• Approve $251,596.66 for playground equipment at six parks
• Authorize $149,647.64 for four new police vehicles

The Redding City Council approved a $4.09 million contract for the Bechelli Lane Roundabout Project and continued the Downtown Redding Specific Plan Update public hearing to February 15, 2022, after two council members recused themselves. The council also approved several consent calendar items, including a $10 million Homekey grant application for affordable housing and a $5 million Clean California grant application. A resolution amending executive management pay and benefits was approved on a 3-2 vote.

• Approved $4,089,735 award to Tullis Inc. for Bechelli Lane Roundabout Project (5-0)
• Continued Downtown Redding Specific Plan Update hearing to Feb 15, 2022 (3-0, 2 recused)
• Approved $10M Homekey grant application with Rolling Oak LLC for 1178 Lake Blvd (5-0)
• Approved $5M Clean California grant application for Calaboose Creek area (5-0)
• Approved $251,596.66 for playground equipment at six parks (5-0)
• Approved $149,647.64 for four new police vehicles (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2022-006 amending executive pay plan (3-2)
• Approved new Personnel Analyst I position with $125,670 appropriation (5-0)

Redding Area Bus Authority - Regular Meeting

This is a special meeting of the Redding City Council, held in closed session to discuss two items: negotiations over the potential sale of Lot 6 in Stillwater Business Park, and labor negotiations with the United Public Employees of California–Redding Technical Unit. No public decisions are scheduled; any reportable action will be announced after the closed session.

• Closed session: real property negotiation for Stillwater Business Park, Lot 6 (APN 054-220-028) with Crosland Barnes Group, price and terms under negotiation
• Closed session: labor negotiation with United Public Employees of California–Redding Technical Unit

The Redding City Council met in special closed session on January 18, 2022, to discuss real property negotiations for Stillwater Business Park Lot 6 and labor negotiations with the United Public Employees of California–Redding Technical Unit. No reportable actions were taken on either item, and the meeting adjourned without any public decisions.

• Held closed session for real property negotiation (Stillwater Business Park Lot 6) - no reportable action
• Held closed session for labor negotiation (UPEC–Redding Technical Unit) - no reportable action

Community Services Advisory Commission - Regular Meeting

The Community Services Advisory Commission will appoint a chair and vice-chair, then hear presentations on the Downtown Plaza design and 2021 marketing efforts, and discuss the 2022-2025 Action Plan. Consent calendar items include routine reports on parks maintenance, recreation activity, action plan status, and grants/donations for December 2021. Updates on South City Park, Caldwell Park, and other projects are also scheduled.

• Presentation on Downtown Plaza design
• Discussion of 2022-2025 Action Plan
• Parks maintenance report: 101 trees pruned, 59.5 acres fuel reduction, multiple repairs
• Recreation report: 286 children in youth basketball league, 103 in K-2nd sessions
• Grants and donations report for December 2021

The commission unanimously appointed Ericka Jones as Chairperson and James Finck as Vice-Chairperson. It also approved the consent calendar, which included minutes from the December 8, 2021 meetings and various reports. Presentations were given on the Downtown Plaza design, marketing efforts, and the 2022-2025 Action Plan, but no formal decisions were made on those items.

• Appointed Ericka Jones as Chairperson and James Finck as Vice-Chairperson (5-0)
• Approved consent calendar including December 2021 minutes and reports (5-0)

Redding Planning Commission - Regular Meeting

The Redding Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to consider approving an amendment to the Alturas Crossing (formerly Live Oak Estates) planned development and tentative map. The amendment would reduce the number of units from 64 to 59 and lots from 26 to 21, change the architectural design, replace garage parking with uncovered spaces, and add recreation amenities. Staff recommends approval, finding the project consistent with the General Plan and the environmental addendum adequate.

• Public hearing on Amendment AMND-2021-02114 for 59 multiple-family units at 1320 and 1368 Old Alturas Road
• Reduction from 64 to 59 units and from 26 to 21 lots
• Elimination of attached garages in Phase 1, replaced with 82 uncovered parking spaces (minimum required: 76)
• Addition of play court, kids' play lot, and community room in Phase 1
• Review of Capital Improvement Plan 2021-22 to 2026-27 for General Plan conformity

The Redding Planning Commission approved an amendment to the Alturas Crossing (formerly Live Oak Estates) tentative map and planned development, allowing construction of 59 multiple-family units at 1320 and 1368 Old Alturas Road. The commission also found the city's 2021-22 to 2026-27 Capital Improvement Plan consistent with the General Plan. Both decisions passed unanimously with no opposition.

• Approved Amendment AMND-2021-02114 for Alturas Crossing, reducing units and lots, changing architectural design, replacing garage parking with uncovered spaces, and adding recreation amenities (6-0)
• Found Addendum to Mitigated Negative Declaration adequate under CEQA for the Alturas Crossing amendment (6-0)
• Found City of Redding 2021-22 to 2026-27 Capital Improvement Plan consistent with the General Plan (6-0)

Board of Administrative Review - Regular Meeting

The Board of Administrative Review will hold a public hearing to consider approving Parcel Map Application PM-2021-01672 by Center of Hope Apartments, LLC. The proposal would subdivide an undeveloped 6.29-acre parcel at 1215 Industrial Street into three parcels (1.4, 1.8, and 2.1 acres) in General Commercial and Residential Multiple Family districts. Staff recommends approval, including determining the environmental addendum adequate and adopting findings and conditions. No public comments have been received to date.

• Parcel map application PM-2021-01672 to split 6.29 acres into three parcels at 1215 Industrial Street
• Environmental addendum to Mitigated Negative Declaration under CEQA
• Dedication of right-of-way for Industrial Street and Alfreda Way extensions
• Conditions include street, sidewalk, and drainage improvements
• Floodplain area on Parcel A requires adherence to Redding Municipal Code Chapter 18.51

The Board of Administrative Review unanimously approved Parcel Map Application PM-2021-01672, allowing Center of Hope Apartments, LLC to subdivide a 6.29-acre parcel into three parcels at 1215 Industrial Street. The approval was subject to conditions, with additional asterisks added to Conditions 8 and 10. The board also determined that the Addendum to the Mitigated Negative Declaration was adequate under CEQA.

• Approved Parcel Map PM-2021-01672 (3-0)
• Determined Addendum to Mitigated Negative Declaration adequate for CEQA compliance