Redding public meetings in 2021

Redding City Council - Special Meeting - Closed Session

This is a special closed-session meeting of the Redding City Council, held December 21, 2021, to discuss labor negotiations with five employee organizations. The only substantive item is a conference with the city's labor negotiator under California Government Code Section 54957.6. No public decisions are scheduled; any reportable action will be announced after the closed session.

• Closed session conference with labor negotiator on employee organizations: Local 1934 of International Association of Fire Fighters, IBEW Electric Employees, Redding Independent Employees' Organization (Clerical/Technical and Supervisory/Confidential units), and United Public Employees of California–Redding Technical Unit

The Redding City Council met in closed session to discuss labor negotiations with five employee organizations. No reportable action was taken, and the meeting adjourned without any substantive decisions.

• Held closed session on labor negotiations with five employee organizations (no reportable action)

Redding City Council - Regular Meeting

The Redding City Council will hold a continued public hearing on the Downtown Redding Specific Plan Update, which includes a General Plan amendment, rezoning, and fee schedule changes. The council will also consider a $1.265 million contract with Motorola Solutions to upgrade the police records management system, plus several other contracts and purchases on the consent calendar.

• Downtown Redding Specific Plan Update: General Plan amendment, rezoning, and fee schedule changes (public hearing)
• $1,265,000 contract with Motorola Solutions to upgrade Police Records Management System to PremierOne platform
• $950,000 grant application for homeless shelter crisis programs (Encampment Resolution Funding)
• $543,635.73 HVAC maintenance contract with ACCO Engineered Systems (first two years)
• $1,288,416.73 purchase of three automated side loaders for Solid Waste Utility

The Redding City Council approved a $1.265 million contract with Motorola Solutions to upgrade the police records management system to the PremierOne platform. The council also approved a $225,000 allocation for an Airport Strategic Plan, adopted a resolution amending the Permanent Local Housing Allocation Five-Year Plan, and continued a public hearing on the Downtown Redding Specific Plan Update to January 18, 2022. All votes were 4-0 with Vice Mayor Dacquisto absent.

• Approved $1.265M Motorola PremierOne police records system contract (4-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2021-143, appropriating $225,000 for Airport Strategic Plan (4-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2021-142 amending Permanent Local Housing Allocation Five-Year Plan (4-0)
• Continued Downtown Redding Specific Plan Update hearing to Jan. 18, 2022 (3-0, Resner recused)
• Approved consent calendar including $25.57M in accounts payable/payroll registers (4-0)
• Approved $950K grant application for Encampment Resolution Funding Program (consent)
• Approved $350K sole-source repair of Redding Power Plant Generator Unit 1 (consent)
• Approved $1.29M purchase of three automated side loaders for Solid Waste Utility (consent)

Redding Area Bus Authority - Regular Meeting

This is a special closed-session meeting of the Redding City Council to discuss labor negotiations with five employee organizations. No public action items are on the agenda; the only business is a closed session under California Government Code Section 54957.6. The meeting is procedural and limited to this single item.

• Closed session conference with labor negotiator for five employee organizations
• Employee groups: Local 1934 Fire Fighters, IBEW, Redding Independent Employees' Organization (two units), UPEC-Redding Technical Unit

The Redding City Council met in special session on December 21, 2021, and immediately adjourned to closed session to discuss labor negotiations with five employee organizations. No reportable action was taken during the closed session, and the meeting adjourned without any public decisions.

• Held closed session on labor negotiations with five employee organizations (no reportable action)

Administrative Hearings Board - Regular Meeting

The Administrative Hearings Board will conduct public hearings on five contested administrative citation appeals for alleged Redding Municipal Code violations, including structural hazards, public nuisance, and blighted property. The board will decide whether to affirm each citation and adopt the proposed hearing orders, or modify them. The agenda also includes approval of minutes, public comment, a status report on pending orders, and adoption of the 2022 hearing calendar.

• Appeal by David A. Harris for property at 1065 W. Court Alley, citation C2196, alleging structural hazards, public nuisance, and blighted property
• Appeal by Linda Taylor for property at 1205 Beltline Road, citation C3029
• Appeal by Barbara Atkinson for property at 1863 Kenyon Drive, citation C2155
• Appeal by William Smith for property at 5020 Texas Springs Road, citation C3041
• Appeal by George Zarn for property at 2214 Waldon Street, citation C3020

The Administrative Hearings Board heard five contested code enforcement appeals. It upheld citations at 1065 W. Court Alley, 1205 Beltline Road, and 5020 Texas Springs Road, denied the appeal at 1863 Kenyon Drive but reduced the fine by 50%, and granted the appeal at 2214 Waldon Street, dismissing the citation. The board also accepted the December 2021 status report and the 2022 meeting calendar.

• Upheld citation at 1065 W. Court Alley, denied appeal (3-0)
• Upheld citation at 1205 Beltline Road, denied appeal (3-0)
• Upheld citation at 1863 Kenyon Drive, reduced fine by 50% (2-1)
• Upheld citation at 5020 Texas Springs Road (3-0)
• Granted appeal at 2214 Waldon Street, dismissed citation (2-1)
• Accepted December 2021 status report for pending orders
• Accepted 2022 Administrative Hearings Board calendar (3-0)

Redding Planning Commission - Regular Meeting

The Redding Administrative Hearings Board will hold public hearings on five contested administrative citation appeals, each involving alleged violations of the Redding Municipal Code. The board will decide whether to affirm the citations and adopt proposed hearing orders or modify them. The agenda also includes approval of minutes, public comment, and discussion of pending orders and the 2022 calendar.

• Appeal by David A. Harris for citation C2196 at 1065 W. Court Alley (structural hazards, public nuisance, blight)
• Appeal by Linda Taylor for citation C3029 at 1205 Beltline Road
• Appeal by Barbara Atkinson for citation C2155 at 1863 Kenyon Drive
• Appeal by William Smith for citation C3041 at 5020 Texas Springs Road
• Appeal by George Zarn for citation C3020 at 2214 Waldon Street

The Redding Administrative Hearings Board heard five contested administrative citation appeals. It upheld citations and denied appeals for properties at 1065 W. Court Alley, 1205 Beltline Road, and 5020 Texas Springs Road, and upheld a citation at 1863 Kenyon Drive while reducing the fine by 50%. The board granted the appeal and dismissed the citation for 2214 Waldon Street. The board also accepted the December 2021 status report and the 2022 meeting calendar.

• Upheld citation at 1065 W. Court Alley, denied appeal (3-0)
• Upheld citation at 1205 Beltline Road, denied appeal (3-0)
• Upheld citation at 1863 Kenyon Drive, reduced fine by 50% (2-1)
• Upheld citation at 5020 Texas Springs Road, denied appeal (3-0)
• Granted appeal at 2214 Waldon Street, dismissed citation (2-1)
• Accepted December 2021 status report for pending orders
• Accepted 2022 Administrative Hearings Board calendar (3-0)

Community Services Advisory Commission - Regular Meeting

The Community Services Advisory Commission will hold a regular meeting to accept routine reports on parks maintenance, recreation activities, action plan progress, and grants/donations for November 2021. The agenda is largely procedural, with no major policy decisions or public hearings scheduled.

• Parks Maintenance Activity Report for November 2021, including repairs at Vista Ridge Park, Enterprise Park, and Caldwell Park
• Recreation Activity Report for November 2021, including youth basketball sign-ups (expected ~280 participants) and NFL Flag Football (215 children)
• Action Plan Status Report, noting bike park design at 30% plans and Shastina Ranch park at 60% plan review
• Grants and Donations Report, including $425,000 from The McConnell Foundation for 4th of July Fireworks
• Adoption of the 2022 Meeting Calendar

The commission unanimously approved the consent calendar, which included the November 10, 2021 meeting minutes, November 2021 reports, and the 2022 meeting calendar. The meeting also featured a presentation on parks and facilities operations, updates on South City Park community engagement, Caldwell Park skate park construction, and various project updates. No substantive policy decisions were made beyond the consent calendar approval.

• Approved consent calendar including November minutes, reports, and 2022 calendar (5-0)

Community Services Advisory Commission - Special Meeting

The Community Services Advisory Commission is holding a special meeting to develop the 2022-2025 Community Services Action Plan. The agenda includes roll call, action plan development, closing comments, and adjournment. No other business will be conducted.

• 2022-2025 Community Services Action Plan Development

The Community Services Advisory Commission held a special meeting to review and rank projects for the 2022-2025 Community Services Action Plan. Staff presented details on each project, and commissioners were asked to submit rating sheets. No formal decisions were made; rankings will be discussed at the next meeting on January 12, 2022.

• Reviewed 2022-2025 Action Plan projects and received rating sheets from commissioners
• No formal votes or approvals taken during the meeting

Board of Administrative Review - Regular Meeting

The Board of Administrative Review will hold a public hearing to consider approving a parcel map application by Shasta Bible College to subdivide a 30.8-acre undeveloped property at 3005 Hartnell Avenue into two parcels (17.16 and 2.86 acres) plus a 10.86-acre remainder. Staff recommends approval, finding the project categorically exempt from CEQA and consistent with the RM-15 zoning. The remainder parcel is intended for conservation due to sensitive habitat.

• Parcel Map Application PM-2021-00290 by Shasta Bible College to subdivide 30.8 acres at 3005 Hartnell Avenue
• Proposed parcels: 17.16 acres, 2.86 acres, and 10.86-acre remainder
• Remainder parcel to be placed in conservancy to preserve sensitive habitat (vernal pool tadpole shrimp)
• CEQA categorical exemption under Section 15315 (Minor Land Divisions)
• Public hearing with recommendation to approve subject to conditions

The Board of Administrative Review unanimously approved Parcel Map Application PM-2021-00290, allowing Shasta Bible College to subdivide a 30.8-acre property at 3005 Hartnell Avenue into two parcels (17.16 acres and 2.86 acres) plus a remainder. The board determined the project is categorically exempt from CEQA and that findings for approval are in evidence, subject to conditions. Public comments raised concerns about access, visibility, and future development, but no changes were made.

• Approved Parcel Map PM-2021-00290 (3-0)
• Determined project categorically exempt from CEQA
• Determined findings for approval are in evidence

Redding City Council - Special Meeting - Closed Session

This is a special closed-session meeting of the Redding City Council. The only substantive item is a conference with the city's labor negotiator regarding negotiations with the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers (IBEW) for electric employees. No public action is expected, and the meeting is otherwise procedural.

• Closed session under California Government Code Section 54957.6 for labor negotiations with IBEW AFL-CIO – Electric Employees
• Designated negotiator: Assistant City Manager/Personnel Director Sheri DeMaagd

The Redding City Council met in closed session to discuss labor negotiations with the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers. No reportable action was taken, and the meeting adjourned without any public decisions.

Redding City Council - Regular Meeting

The Redding City Council will hold public hearings on the Downtown Redding Specific Plan Update and proposed Redding Electric Utility rate increases, and will also consider several contracts and leases. The consent calendar includes multiple construction awards and budget adjustments. The meeting also includes the annual reorganization to select a new Mayor, Vice Mayor, and Mayor Pro Tempore.

• Public hearing on Downtown Redding Specific Plan Update (GPA-2021-00449, RZ-2021-00450, AMND-2021-00361)
• Public hearing on REU rate increases: 2% effective Jan 1, 2022 and another 2% on Jan 1, 2023; new Multi-Family Rate class; increased Residential Energy Discount
• Award Bid Schedule No. 5234 (South Bonnyview I-5 Bechelli Project) to JF Shea Construction for $3,403,836
• Award Bid Schedule No. 5238 (California Street Water Main Improvement) to SnL Group, Inc. for $662,049
• Approve 10-year lease with Advance Redding for Redding Civic Auditorium at $120,000/year (2022, 2025-2031)

The Redding City Council approved a 2% Redding Electric Utility rate increase effective January 1, 2022, and a second 2% increase effective January 1, 2023, along with establishing a Multi-Family Rate class and increasing Residential Energy Discount benefits. The council also approved a 10-year lease with Advance Redding for the Redding Civic Auditorium at $120,000 annually, and awarded multiple construction contracts including a $3.4M project to JF Shea Construction. A public hearing on the Downtown Redding Specific Plan Update was continued to December 21, 2021, due to a noticed defect in public notice.

• Approved 2% electric rate increase effective Jan 1, 2022, and second 2% increase effective Jan 1, 2023 (5-0)
• Approved 10-year lease with Advance Redding for Civic Auditorium at $120,000/year (4-0, Winter abstained)
• Awarded $3,403,836 South Bonnyview I-5 Bechelli Project to JF Shea Construction (5-0)
• Awarded $662,049 California Street Water Main Improvement Project to SnL Group, Inc. (5-0)
• Awarded Landscape Maintenance District Services to McEntire Landscaping, Inc. at $410,760/year (5-0)
• Authorized $465,000 increase for nine additional 115 kV circuit breakers from Siemens Energy (5-0)
• Authorized $442,833 contract with PlaceWorks for General Plan Update EIR (5-0)
• Continued Downtown Redding Specific Plan Update public hearing to Dec 21, 2021 (unanimous)

Shasta Public Library Citizens Advisory Committee - Regular Meeting

The Shasta Public Library Citizens Advisory Committee is meeting to receive information on the library budget, a new website, and a South City Park re-development presentation. The committee will also consider approving minutes from the November 3 meeting and the 2022 meeting calendar. The budget report covers a five-year plan, including a projected $40,000 annual revenue reduction from the new Fine Free policy and a 10-year contract extension with Library Systems and Services, LLC.

• Library budget presentation: five-year cash flow plan for Redding and branch libraries, including $40,000 annual fine revenue reduction from Fine Free policy
• 10-year LS&S contract extension (amended June 17, 2021) with 3% annual cost increases; materials costs $135,000/year for Redding, $7,500/year for branches
• Funding agreements amended with Shasta County and City of Anderson: one-time 5% increase then 3% annual increases for Redding; flat 3.5% for branches
• Website reveal and walkthrough
• South City Park re-development presentation

The committee approved the November 3, 2021 meeting minutes unanimously. Members received a library budget presentation, a new website walkthrough, and updates on the South City Park redevelopment survey, director's report, and marketing. No public comments were made, and no other formal decisions were taken.

• Approved the minutes of the November 3, 2021 meeting (motion carried, 4-0).
• Heard a library budget presentation covering fines/fees, capital projects, pension obligations, and branch budgets.
• Viewed a walkthrough of the new library website, including on mobile devices.
• Discussed a public survey for South City Park redevelopment, including a potential literacy theme and renaming.
• Received the Director's Report and October 2021 statistics, including storytimes, take-home kits, and Teen Advisory Board growth.
• Received the Marketing Report for October 2021, noting slow month due to website work and popularity of children's harvest bags.
• Heard the Friends of Libraries and Shasta Library Foundation report, including bookstore sales and Giving Tuesday receipts.

Redding Planning Commission - Regular Meeting

The Shasta Public Libraries Citizens Advisory Committee is meeting to receive an informational presentation on the library budget, review a new website, and hear about the South City Park re-development. The committee will also approve minutes from the November 3 meeting and the 2022 meeting calendar. The budget report covers the Redding Library and branch libraries, including a projected deficit for Redding until FY 2023-24, offset by a new 10-year contract with Library Systems and Services, LLC (LS&S) and amended funding agreements with Shasta County and the City of Anderson.

• Library budget presentation: Redding Library projects deficit spending until FY 2023-24; branch libraries show positive balances
• 10-year LS&S contract extension (amended June 17, 2021) with 3% annual operational increases; materials costs $135,000/year for Redding, rising to $140,000 after FY 2024-25
• Fine Free policy adopted September 2021: eliminates overdue fines, forgives fines recorded before Aug 31, 2020, reduces fine revenue by $40,000 annually
• Funding agreements amended: one-time 5% increase from Shasta County and City of Redding, then 3% annual increases; branch libraries get flat 3.5% from Shasta County and City of Anderson
• South City Park Re-Development Presentation and Website Reveal and Walkthrough on agenda

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

The Redding City Council is holding a special meeting to consider a summary report on city-owned properties including the Rodeo Grounds, Civic Auditorium, Turtle Bay Exploration Park, and associated open space. The Council will provide direction to staff, choosing among six options ranging from taking no action to beginning the surplus process. This is the fourth workshop on the topic, and the agenda includes only this item plus procedural matters.

• Consider summary report on Rodeo Grounds, Civic Auditorium, Turtle Bay Exploration Park, and associated open space
• Six options for Council direction, including surplus process, master plan RFP, or public/private partnership research
• Discussion of California Surplus Land Act requirements and park land conversion processes
• Public comment limited to 3 minutes per speaker on agenda item 3(a)

The Redding City Council held a workshop on the Civic Auditorium properties, hearing public comment and staff presentations. A motion to accept the summary report and take no action failed. The Council then approved a motion to accept the report and direct staff to continue developing information, research alternatives to declaring the property surplus, begin the surplus process for identified properties, and return to the Council at a future date.

• Rejected a motion to accept the summary report and take no action (2-3 vote).
• Approved a motion to accept the summary report and direct staff to continue developing information and create plans for next steps.
• Directed staff to research alternatives to declaring the property surplus, including public/private partnerships.
• Directed staff to begin the process to surplus identified properties.
• Directed staff to return to the City Council for consideration at a future date.

Administrative Hearings Board - Regular Meeting

The Redding Administrative Hearings Board will conduct public hearings on six code enforcement appeals, including two uncontested and four contested cases. The board will decide whether to affirm or modify administrative citations and compliance orders for alleged violations of the Redding Municipal Code, such as outdoor cannabis cultivation. One item is continued from the October 20, 2021 meeting.

• Affirm citation C3040 for outdoor cannabis cultivation at 2159 Venus Way (uncontested)
• Affirm abatement order for property at 4926 Cedars Road (uncontested)
• Contested citation C3028 for property at 2188 Kimber Court
• Contested citation C3037 for property at 6043 Emerald Lane
• Contested citation C3029 for property at 1205 Beltline Road

The Redding Administrative Hearings Board heard six code enforcement cases. It granted an appeal and dismissed a cannabis citation against Kendra Koehler, upheld a citation but reduced the fine to $500 for Mary A. Beall, and continued a case for Linda Taylor to December 15, 2021. The board also approved uncontested orders for two properties and accepted an abatement order for 1454 Chestnut Street.

• Approved Release of Claims and Order for 2159 Venus Way (uncontested, 3-0)
• Accepted Order for 4926 Cedars Road (uncontested, 3-0)
• Granted appeal and dismissed citation at 2188 Kimber Court (2-1)
• Upheld citation but reduced fine to $500 at 6043 Emerald Lane (3-0)
• Continued appeal for 1205 Beltline Road to December 15, 2021 (3-0)
• Accepted Administrative Abatement and Penalties Order for 1454 Chestnut Street (3-0)

Board of Administrative Review - Regular Meeting

The Redding City Council is holding a special workshop to consider options for city-owned properties including the Rodeo Grounds, Civic Auditorium, Turtle Bay Exploration Park, and associated open space. The council will accept a summary report and provide direction to staff, choosing among six alternatives ranging from taking no action to beginning the surplus process. The discussion is part of a series of workshops on the future of these properties.

• Six options for the properties, including no action, further study, master plan RFP, public/private partnership research, surplus process, or other direction
• State Surplus Land Act requires affordable housing notices before sale or long-term lease
• Park land conversion may require four-fifths council vote or voter election depending on acquisition method
• Public comment limited to 3 minutes per speaker on agenda item 3(a)

The Redding City Council held a workshop to discuss options for the city-owned Civic Auditorium properties, including the Rodeo Grounds, Civic Auditorium, Turtle Bay Exploration Park, and associated open space. After hearing public comment, the Council voted 3-2 to accept the summary report and direct staff to continue developing information, research alternatives to avoid declaring the property surplus, begin the surplus process for identified properties, and return to the Council at a future date. A prior motion to accept the report and take no action failed 2-3.

• Motion to accept summary report and take no action failed (2-3)
• Motion to accept report and direct staff to develop plans, research alternatives, begin surplus process, and return to Council approved (3-2)

Redding City Council - Special Meeting - Closed Session

This is a special closed-session meeting where the Redding City Council will discuss real property negotiations for bridge construction easements and labor negotiations with the IBEW electric employees union. No public decisions are expected; any reportable action will be announced after the closed session.

• Closed session on property negotiations for six properties on Eastside and Westside roads (APNs 048-130-016, 048-130-022, 048-130-024, 048-130-025, 108-030-005, 108-030-054) for temporary construction easements
• Closed session on property negotiations for two properties on Old Alturas Road (APNs 071-280-001, 071-280-018) for the bridge rehab project
• Closed session on labor negotiations with IBEW AFL-CIO Electric Employees

The Redding City Council met in a special closed session on November 16, 2021, to discuss real property negotiations and labor negotiations. No reportable actions were taken on any of the three agenda items, and the meeting adjourned without any public decisions.

• Held closed session on real property negotiations for six Eastside/Westside Rd. properties; no reportable action
• Held closed session on real property negotiations for two Old Alturas Rd. properties; no reportable action
• Held closed session on labor negotiations with IBEW; no reportable action

Redding City Council - Regular Meeting

The Redding City Council will hold public hearings on adding EV charging fees and adopting water plans, and will consider consent items including REU rate increases, a $1.62M alley construction contract, and acceptance of $11.9M in state transportation grants. The meeting also includes regular calendar items on a new ERP system, a Civic Auditorium lease, and an ordinance on retirement cost sharing.

• Public hearing to add DC Fast Charging public fee to Schedule of Fees
• REU rate increases (2% per year) for Jan 2022 and Jan 2023, plus new multi-family rate class
• Award $1,621,355 to Jason Abel Construction for California Alley Utility Improvement Project
• Accept $11,935,780 in state funds for Turtle Bay to Downtown Gap and Victor/Cypress Ave projects
• Approve 10-year lease with Advance Redding for Civic Auditorium at $120,000/year

The Redding City Council approved a consent calendar including $18.9M in payments, a $1.6M alley utility project, and $11.9M in state funds for active transportation projects. It also adopted resolutions for electric vehicle charging fees, a water shortage contingency plan, and an urban water management plan update. The council authorized a $4.1M ERP system RFP and accepted quarterly financial reports. A lease amendment for the Civic Auditorium was removed from the agenda.

• Approved consent calendar including $18,857,559.52 in accounts payable and payroll (5-0)
• Awarded California Alley Utility Improvement Project to Jason Abel Construction for $1,621,355 (5-0)
• Accepted $11,935,780 in state funds for Turtle Bay to Downtown and Victor/Cypress Ave active transportation projects (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2021-134 adding DC Fast Charging fee to Schedule of Fees (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2021-135 approving 2020 Water Shortage Contingency Plan (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2021-136 amending 2020 Urban Water Management Plan (5-0)
• Authorized RFP for new ERP system and appropriated $4,100,000 (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 2645 allowing unrepresented public safety management to share retirement costs (5-0)

Redding Area Bus Authority - Regular Meeting

This is a special meeting of the Redding City Council, held in closed session to discuss real property negotiations for bridge projects and labor negotiations with the electrical workers union. No public decisions are scheduled; any reportable actions will be announced after the closed session.

• Closed session on property negotiations for six parcels on Eastside and Westside Roads for bridge temporary construction easements
• Closed session on property negotiations for two parcels on Old Alturas Road for bridge rehab project
• Closed session on labor negotiations with IBEW AFL-CIO Electric Employees

The Redding City Council met in a special closed session to discuss real property negotiations at multiple Eastside and Westside Road locations, as well as labor negotiations with IBEW. No reportable actions were taken on any of the closed session items, and the meeting adjourned without any public decisions.

• No reportable action on real property negotiations (3A)
• No reportable action on real property negotiations (3B)
• No reportable action on labor negotiations with IBEW (3C)

Community Services Advisory Commission - Regular Meeting

The Community Services Advisory Commission will review routine reports on parks maintenance, recreation activities, action plan status, and grants, followed by a presentation on parks operations. Key items include considering a joint use agreement with Pacheco Union School District, an amended lease with Advance Redding at the Civic Auditorium, and a proposal for South City Park planning community engagement. The commission will also discuss the 2022-2025 Action Plan update and receive updates on Caldwell Park and other projects.

• Consideration of Joint Use Agreement with Pacheco Union School District
• Consideration of Amended and Restated Lease Agreement with Advance Redding at the Civic Auditorium
• Proposal for South City Park Planning Community Engagement
• Discussion on 2022-2025 Community Services Action Plan Update
• Reports on October 2021 parks maintenance, recreation, action plan status, and grants

The commission voted unanimously to recommend a joint-use agreement with Pacheco Union School District to the City Council, allowing shared recreational facilities at a school site in Shastina Ranch. It also approved an amended lease with Advance Redding for the Civic Auditorium, deferring capital commitments for three years. A presentation on parks and facilities operations was tabled to December, and a special meeting was set for December 8 to review action plan projects.

• Recommended joint-use agreement with Pacheco Union School District to City Council (5-0)
• Approved amended lease agreement with Advance Redding at Civic Auditorium (5-0)
• Approved consent calendar including minutes and reports (5-0)
• Tabled parks and facilities operations presentation to December meeting
• Scheduled special meeting for December 8 to discuss action plan projects

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

The Redding City Council is holding a special meeting to receive informational presentations only, with no formal action. The first item is a staff report on the status of City-owned properties including the Rodeo Grounds, Civic Auditorium, Turtle Bay Exploration Park, and associated open space, covering covenants, cost burdens, and grant restrictions. The second item is a presentation of an unsolicited proposal to master plan and develop land around the Civic Auditorium. Public comment is allowed on each item, but the council will not take any formal action.

• Report on City-owned parcels totaling 198.01 acres, including 800 Sundial Bridge Drive (114.05 acres) and 777 Auditorium Drive (1.52 acres)
• Two privately-owned parcels held by The McConnell Foundation (14.17 acres total)
• Presentation of unsolicited proposal to master plan and develop land around the Civic Auditorium
• No formal action will be taken on either informational item

The Redding City Council held a special workshop to review the history, costs, and restrictions of the city-owned Civic Auditorium properties, and to hear an unsolicited proposal from The McConnell Foundation to master plan and develop the land. No formal action was taken on either informational item. Public comment included support for the Rodeo Grounds and opposition to selling the Riverfront property.

• No formal action taken on Civic Auditorium properties report
• No formal action taken on McConnell Foundation development proposal

Redding Planning Commission - Regular Meeting

The Redding Planning Commission is meeting to discuss and potentially approve several items, including a joint use agreement with Pacheco Union School District, an amended lease with Advance Redding at the Civic Auditorium, and a community engagement proposal for South City Park. The agenda also includes routine reports on parks maintenance, recreation activities, and action plan status, as well as a presentation on parks and facilities operations.

• Joint Use Agreement with Pacheco Union School District
• Amended and Restated Lease Agreement with Advance Redding at the Civic Auditorium
• Proposal for South City Park Planning Community Engagement
• Discussion on 2022-2025 Community Services Action Plan Update
• Caldwell Park Update

The commission recommended a joint-use agreement with Pacheco Union School District for recreational facilities at Shastina Ranch, and approved an amended lease with Advance Redding for the Civic Auditorium. A presentation on parks and facilities operations was tabled to December. The commission also discussed community engagement for South City Park and updates on various projects.

• Recommended joint-use agreement with Pacheco Union School District to City Council (5-0)
• Approved amended and restated lease agreement with Advance Redding at Civic Auditorium (5-0)
• Approved consent calendar including minutes and reports (5-0)
• Tabled parks and facilities operations presentation to December meeting

Board of Administrative Review - Regular Meeting

The Shasta Public Libraries Citizens Advisory Committee will receive a presentation on the library's fine-free policy and review the September 2021 Director's and Marketing reports. The meeting is informational, with no votes on new policies expected.

The Shasta Public Libraries Citizens Advisory Committee approved the October 6, 2021 minutes unanimously. The committee received reports on the library's fine-free transition, which began September 1, 2021, clearing fines for 38,899 patrons and seeing 1,158 previously frozen accounts reactivated. No formal decisions were made beyond the minutes approval; other items were informational reports.

• Approved October 6, 2021 meeting minutes (4-0, Faires absent)

Shasta Public Library Citizens Advisory Committee - Regular Meeting

The Shasta Public Libraries Advisory Committee will meet to accept the September 2021 director's and marketing reports, which highlight the library's new fine-free policy, outreach to schools, and usage statistics. The agenda also includes public comment, committee comments, and a tour of the library.

The committee approved the October 6, 2021 minutes unanimously. Director Rochelle Carr reported that the library went fine-free on September 1, 2021, deleting fines for 38,899 patrons and reactivating 1,158 frozen accounts. No other formal decisions were made; the meeting included reports and a tour.

• Approved October 6, 2021 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Heard fine-free presentation: fines deleted for 38,899 patrons on Sept 1, 2021
• Noted 1,158 frozen accounts reactivated after fines cleared
• Heard report on September 2021 statistics and marketing
• Heard report on South City Park upgrade plans (Rescue Act and Wildfire Mediation funds)

Redding City Council - Special Meeting - Closed Session

This is a special closed-session meeting of the Redding City Council. The council will discuss anticipated litigation over an alleged copyright infringement claim by Bryan Cave Leighton Paisner LLP, and will confer with its labor negotiator regarding the Redding Peace Officers' Association-Miscellaneous Employees. No public action is expected; any reportable action will be announced after the closed session.

• Closed session on anticipated litigation re copyright infringement claim by Bryan Cave Leighton Paisner LLP
• Closed session on labor negotiations with Redding Peace Officers' Association-Miscellaneous Employees

The Redding City Council met in closed session on November 2, 2021, to discuss anticipated litigation regarding a copyright infringement threat and labor negotiations with the Redding Peace Officers' Association. No reportable actions were taken on either item, and the meeting adjourned without any public decisions.

• Held closed session on anticipated litigation (no reportable action)
• Held closed session on labor negotiations (no reportable action)

Redding City Council - Regular Meeting

The Redding City Council is meeting to consider a consent calendar with routine approvals, plus several notable items: adding six temporary police recruit positions, creating two new airport positions, and approving contracts for construction projects and solid waste equipment. The council will also hear an update on the Block 7 affordable housing project and consider a marketing agreement for Avelo Airlines non-stop service to Las Vegas.

• Approve $908,765 contract to Western Water Features for Redding Aquatic Center 50 Meter Pool Improvements
• Approve $554,940.02 contract to GHD for construction management on South Bonnyview I-5 Bechelli Project
• Approve up to $1,186,528.19 for residential carts and commercial containers for Solid Waste Utility
• Add six temporary Police Recruit positions (no new funding, using salary savings)
• Approve $50,000 to market Avelo Airlines non-stop service between Redding and Las Vegas

The Redding City Council approved adding six temporary Police Recruit positions to the Redding Police Department, funded by salary savings from vacant positions at no additional cost. The council also approved adding a Management Analyst and an Airport Operations/Maintenance Worker to the Airports Division, funded by appropriations of $104,960 for FY 2021-22 and $212,860 for FY 2022-23. All votes were unanimous (4-0) with Mayor Resner absent.

• Added six temporary Police Recruit positions (4-0)
• Added Management Analyst and Airport Operations/Maintenance Worker positions (4-0)
• Approved consent calendar including $7,017,692.60 in accounts payable and payroll (4-0)
• Approved $1,338,540 award to SnL Group for Churn Creek and Maraglia Safety Improvements (4-0)
• Awarded $908,765 contract to Western Water Features for Aquatic Center pool improvements (4-0)
• Approved $50,000 marketing agreement with Avelo Airlines for Redding-Las Vegas service (4-0)
• Approved $1,186,528.19 for solid waste carts and containers (4-0)
• Adopted resolution adjusting Airports Manager salary and unrepresented employee policies (4-0)

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

The Redding City Council is holding a special meeting to receive informational reports on the master planning process for the Civic Auditorium property, including how it relates to the General Plan and Riverfront Specific Plan. The council will also hear a presentation on an unsolicited proposal to master plan and develop land around the Civic Auditorium. No formal action will be taken on either item.

• Report on issues related to the Redding General Plan, Riverfront Specific Plan, and potential master plan for properties bounded by State Route 44, the Sacramento River, and the Redding Cemetery
• Presentation of unsolicited proposal to master plan and develop land around the Civic Auditorium
• Discussion of Riverfront Plan objectives including auxiliary commercial uses, Civic Auditorium expansion, and Posse Grounds redevelopment

The Redding City Council held a special workshop to receive informational presentations on the Riverfront Specific Plan and an unsolicited proposal for a Civic Center Site Master Plan. No formal votes or decisions were made; the item was purely informational, with public comment both supporting and opposing development.

• No formal action taken on Riverfront Specific Plan informational item
• No formal action taken on unsolicited Civic Center Master Plan proposal

Redding Planning Commission - Regular Meeting

The Redding Planning Commission voted 4-0 to forward a recommendation to the City Council to adopt the Downtown Redding Specific Plan Update, which includes rezoning and amendments to the specific plan. The recommendation includes amendments such as a 35-foot height limit next to single-family residential areas and requiring public hearings for uses that currently require them. The commission also found the Local Hazard Mitigation Plan consistent with the General Plan and heard an oral report on the Enterprise Anderson Groundwater Sustainability Agency, taking no action.

• Approved finding that Local Hazard Mitigation Plan is consistent with General Plan (7-0)
• Recommended Downtown Redding Specific Plan Update to City Council (4-0) with amendments
• First motion on Specific Plan Update failed (2-2) due to lack of majority
• Heard oral report on Enterprise Anderson Groundwater Sustainability Agency, no action taken

Administrative Hearings Board - Regular Meeting

The Administrative Hearings Board will hold public hearings on four contested code enforcement cases, including three cannabis cultivation citations and one property compliance order. The board will decide whether to affirm the citations or modify the penalties. The agenda also includes approval of prior meeting minutes, public comment, and a status report on pending orders.

• Appeal of citation C2153 for outdoor cannabis cultivation at 1397 Caitlyn Drive (appellants Chan C. Saechao and Nai Saechin)
• Appeal of citation C3014 for violations at 5856 Lane (appellant Clement Pope)
• Appeal of citation C2153 for violations at 1065 W. Court Alley (appellant Chan C. Saechao)
• Appeal of compliance order at 1454 Chestnut Street (appellant David A. Harris)
• Closed session on litigation: Stephen v. City of Redding (Case No. 20CV0682)

The Redding Administrative Hearings Board upheld two contested administrative citations and reduced a fine for one property. It also continued two other matters to future hearing dates. The board accepted a status report on pending orders and held a closed session on existing litigation with no reportable action.

• Upheld citation at 1397 Caitlyn Drive and reduced fine to $500 (3-0)
• Upheld citation at 5856 Emerald Lane per staff recommendation (3-0)
• Continued appeal for 1065 W. Court Alley to December 15, 2021 (3-0)
• Continued compliance order review for 1454 Chestnut Street to November 17, 2021 (3-0)
• Approved minutes of September 15, 2021 meeting (3-0)
• Accepted October 2021 status report for pending orders

Board of Administrative Review - Regular Meeting

The Redding Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to consider recommending approval of the Downtown Redding Specific Plan Update, which includes rezoning properties and amending development standards. The commission will also review the consistency of the city's Local Hazard Mitigation Plan with the general plan. The agenda includes a request from a neighborhood group to delay action on the downtown plan to assess potential impacts.

• Public hearing on Downtown Redding Specific Plan Update (GPA-2021-00449, RZ-2021-00450, AMND-2021-00361) with zoning changes to DMUD-SP-BH
• Proposed expansion of Specific Plan area to include properties on Butte Street and multi-family zones
• Alternative to reduce building heights to 35 feet adjacent to single-family zoning
• Public hearing to find the City of Redding Local Hazard Mitigation Plan consistent with the General Plan
• Public comment requesting delay to assess neighborhood impacts

The Redding Planning Commission held a public hearing and voted 4-0 to forward a recommendation to the City Council to adopt the Downtown Redding Specific Plan Update, which includes a General Plan amendment, rezoning, and specific plan amendment. The recommendation includes amendments such as a 35-foot height limit next to single-family residential areas and requiring public hearings for uses that currently require them. An earlier motion with different amendments failed 2-2. The commission also found the Local Hazard Mitigation Plan consistent with the General Plan and heard an informational report on the Enterprise Anderson Groundwater Sustainability Agency.

• Approved finding that Local Hazard Mitigation Plan is consistent with General Plan (7-0)
• Recommended Downtown Redding Specific Plan Update to City Council with amendments (4-0)
• Failed motion to recommend Downtown Redding Specific Plan Update with different amendments (2-2)
• Heard oral report on Enterprise Anderson Groundwater Sustainability Agency, no action taken

Redding City Council - Special Meeting - Closed Session

This is a special closed-session meeting of the Redding City Council. The council will discuss a threatened lawsuit over alleged copyright infringement by Providence Publications, LLC, and will confer with its labor negotiator regarding unrepresented employees. No public decisions are expected, but any reportable actions will be announced after the closed session.

• Closed session discussion of anticipated litigation over alleged copyright infringement by Providence Publications, LLC (Cal-OSHA Reporter)
• Closed session conference with labor negotiator for unrepresented employees
• Public comment limited to agenda items, 3 minutes per speaker

The Redding City Council met in closed session on October 19, 2021, to discuss anticipated litigation regarding a copyright infringement threat and labor negotiations with unrepresented employees. No reportable action was taken on either item, and the meeting adjourned without substantive public decisions.

• No reportable action on anticipated litigation (copyright infringement threat)
• No reportable action on labor negotiations with unrepresented employees

Redding City Council - Regular Meeting

The Redding City Council unanimously approved the consent calendar, which included accepting accounts payable and payroll registers totaling $19,109,963.70, and determining that local emergency conditions related to COVID-19 continue to exist. The council also adopted a resolution of intention to amend the city's contract with CalPERS to allow unrepresented public safety management employees to share additional retirement costs.

• Approved consent calendar including accounts payable and payroll registers totaling $19,109,963.70 (5-0)
• Determined local emergency conditions continue due to COVID-19 (5-0)
• Awarded bid for three-phase pad-type transformers to WEG Transformers USA for $518,783 (5-0)
• Awarded bid for 15kV cable to The Okonite Company for $303,799 (5-0)
• Authorized purchase of vacuum excavator for $467,395.92 (5-0)
• Rejected all bids for Stillwater Wastewater Treatment Plant filter underdrain replacement (5-0)
• Ratified City Manager award for solar systems at Fire Stations Seven and Eight to B & B Solar Inc. for $98,900 (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution of Intention No. 2021-122 to amend CalPERS contract for unrepresented public safety management (5-0)

Redding Area Bus Authority - Regular Meeting

This is a special closed-session meeting of the Redding City Council. The council will discuss a threatened copyright infringement lawsuit from Bryan Cave Leighton Paisner LLP and labor negotiations with unrepresented employees. No public action is expected, but any reportable action will be announced after the closed session.

• Closed session on anticipated litigation over alleged copyright infringement by Cal-OSHA Reporter publisher
• Closed session on labor negotiations with unrepresented employees
• Public comment limited to 3 minutes per speaker on agendized items

The Redding City Council met in a special closed session to discuss anticipated litigation regarding a copyright infringement threat and a labor negotiation matter. No reportable actions were taken on either item, and the meeting adjourned without any public decisions.

• Held closed session on anticipated litigation (copyright infringement threat) - no reportable action
• Held closed session on labor negotiations with unrepresented employees - no reportable action

Board of Administrative Review - Special Meeting

The Board of Administrative Review will hold a public hearing to decide whether to grant a two-year extension for a use permit and variance tied to a proposed retail store and drive-through restaurant at 5950 Cedars Road. The project would encroach into the Olney Creek floodplain and reduce the creek corridor setback. Staff recommends approval, citing extraordinary circumstances and no significant changes since the original 2018 approval.

• Public hearing on extension EXT-2021-01649 for Use Permit UP-2017-01539 and Variance V-2018-00076
• Proposed 7,500-square-foot retail store and 2,667-square-foot restaurant with drive-through
• Property at 5950 Cedars Road, southwest corner of Cedars Road, Westside Road, and State Route 273
• Encroachment into 100-year floodplain of Olney Creek and reduced creek corridor setback
• Staff recommends approval of the two-year extension

The Board of Administrative Review unanimously approved a two-year extension for Use Permit UP-2017-01539 and Variance V-2018-00076, allowing a proposed retail store and restaurant with drive-through service to encroach into the 100-year floodplain of Olney Creek and reduce the creek corridor setback at 5950 Cedars Road. The extension aligns with the previously granted extension for Tentative Parcel Map PM-2018-00077, and the permits will expire concurrently with the extended parcel map. No public comments were made.

• Approved Extension Application EXT-2021-01649 for Use Permit UP-2017-01539 and Variance V-2018-00076 (3-0)
• Amended approval so Use Permit and Variance expire concurrently with the extended parcel map (two years)

Community Services Advisory Commission - Regular Meeting

The Community Services Advisory Commission will hold a regular meeting with routine consent items, including approval of minutes and monthly reports on parks maintenance, recreation, action plan status, grants, and tourism. The main business includes presentations on Visit Redding branding, community engagement for South City Park planning, and the Action Plan, plus updates on Caldwell Park and other projects.

• Presentation on Visit Redding branding activity by Danny Orloff
• Presentation on community engagement for South City Park planning by Kim Niemer
• Parks maintenance report for September 2021, including repairs and vandalism cleanup
• Recreation report: $36,600 grant request for youth boating scholarships, Walktober challenge with $1,000 charity donation
• Caldwell Park update and project updates

The Commission gave consensus to proceed with community outreach for redeveloping South City Park, using Rescue Act funds. They also approved the consent calendar, heard presentations on the new Redding brand and the 2022-2025 action plan, and received project updates. No formal votes were taken on the presentations.

• Approved consent calendar including September 2021 reports and annual tourism activity (4-0, Jones absent)
• Gave consensus to initiate community engagement for South City Park redevelopment
• Discussed 2022-2025 action plan; scorecards to be sent to commissioners before next meeting
• Noted Proposition 68 funds ($578,000) for six playground replacements; RFP sent to Purchasing

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

The Redding City Council is holding a special workshop to discuss the possible disposition of city-owned property at the Redding Rodeo Grounds and Civic Auditorium (the 'Riverfront Property'). The City Attorney will report on how the California Surplus Land Act and Council Policy No. 1901 govern any potential sale or lease, and an unsolicited proposal to master plan and develop the land will be presented for information only. No formal action will be taken on the proposal.

• Report on California Surplus Land Act and Council Policy No. 1901 regarding possible disposition of Riverfront Property
• Presentation of unsolicited proposal to master plan and develop land around Civic Auditorium (informational only)
• Discussion of surplus vs. exempt surplus property classification and affordable housing notice requirements
• No fiscal impact noted for the report item

The Redding City Council held a special workshop on the Riverfront Specific Plan, receiving informational reports on the Surplus Land Act and Council Policy No. 1901, and an unsolicited proposal from The McConnell Foundation and Populous to master plan the Civic Auditorium area. No formal decisions were made; the council accepted the City Attorney's report and took no action on either informational item.

• Accepted City Attorney report on Surplus Land Act and Council Policy No. 1901 (informational, no action)
• Heard presentation on Redding Civic Center Site Master Plan from McConnell Foundation and Populous (informational, no action)

Redding Planning Commission - Regular Meeting

The Board of Administrative Review will hold a public hearing to decide whether to grant a two-year extension for a use permit and variance tied to a proposed retail store and restaurant with drive-through at 5950 Cedars Road. The project would encroach into the Olney Creek floodplain and reduce the creek corridor setback. Staff recommends approval, citing extraordinary circumstances and no significant changes since the original 2018 approval.

• Public hearing on Extension Application EXT-2021-01649 for Use Permit UP-2017-01539 and Variance V-2018-00076
• Proposed 7,500-square-foot retail store and 2,667-square-foot restaurant with drive-through
• Property at 5950 Cedars Road, southwest corner of Cedars Road, Westside Road, and State Route 273
• Encroachment into 100-year floodplain of Olney Creek and reduced creek corridor setback
• Two-year extension to align with parcel map expiration on July 24, 2024

The Board of Administrative Review approved a two-year extension for Use Permit UP-2017-01539 and Variance V-2018-00076, allowing a retail store and restaurant with drive-through to encroach into the Olney Creek floodplain and reduce the creek corridor setback at 5950 Cedars Road. The extension aligns with the previously granted Tentative Parcel Map PM-2018-00077, and the permits will expire concurrently with the extended parcel map. The motion passed unanimously (3-0).

• Approved two-year extension for Use Permit UP-2017-01539 and Variance V-2018-00076 (3-0)
• Permits to expire concurrently with extended parcel map PM-2018-00077

Board of Administrative Review - Regular Meeting

The Shasta Public Libraries Citizens Advisory Committee will hear updates on the Fine Forgiveness and Fine Free initiatives, the School Library Card Program, and the new website, along with the Library Director's and Marketing reports for August 2021. The consent calendar includes approval of the September 1, 2021 meeting minutes. The meeting is informational; no votes on policy are listed.

• Fine Forgiveness and Fine Free Initiatives Update
• School Library Card Program Update
• New Website Update
• Director's Report and Statistics for August 2021
• Marketing Report for August 2021

The Shasta Public Libraries Citizens Advisory Committee approved the September 1, 2021 meeting minutes unanimously. The committee received updates on the fine-free policy, school library card program, website redesign, and various reports, but took no other formal actions.

• Approved September 1, 2021 meeting minutes (3-0)

Shasta Public Library Citizens Advisory Committee - Regular Meeting

The Shasta Public Libraries Citizens Advisory Committee is meeting to receive updates on the fine forgiveness and fine free initiatives, the school library card program, and the new library website. The committee will also accept the August 2021 director's report and statistics, and the marketing report. The agenda is largely informational, with no major decisions or public hearings scheduled.

• Fine Forgiveness and Fine Free Initiatives Update
• School Library Card Program Update
• New Website Update
• Director's Report and Statistics for August 2021
• Marketing Report for August 2021

The Library Citizens Advisory Committee approved the September 1, 2021 meeting minutes. Staff reported that all library fines were removed effective September 1, 2021, and that school library cards have been issued to students in 23 of 26 school districts. The committee also received updates on the upcoming website redesign and marketing efforts.

• Approved the minutes of the September 1, 2021 meeting.
• Heard that all library fines were waived effective September 1, 2021.
• Heard that school library cards have been issued for 23 of 26 school districts.
• Heard that the current website contract expires November 30, 2021, and a new website is being developed.
• Heard that a fine-free marketing banner will be hung on the Library building.
• Heard reports on book sales and donations from Friends of the Library groups.

Redding City Council - Special Meeting - Closed Session

The Redding City Council is holding a special closed-session meeting to discuss labor negotiations with unrepresented employees. The designated agency representative is Assistant City Manager/Personnel Director Sheri DeMaagd. The meeting is agendized under California Government Code Section 54957.6, and any reportable action will be announced when open session reconvenes.

• Closed session conference with labor negotiator for unrepresented employees
• Designated agency representative: Assistant City Manager/Personnel Director Sheri DeMaagd
• Special meeting held at Civic Center Council Chambers, 777 Cypress Avenue, Redding, CA

The Redding City Council met in special closed session to discuss labor negotiations with unrepresented employees. No reportable action was taken on the item, and the meeting adjourned without any public decisions.

• Held closed session under Government Code Section 54957.6 for labor negotiations with unrepresented employees.
• Took no reportable action on the closed session item.

Redding City Council - Regular Meeting

The Redding City Council will vote on consent items including the sale of two city-owned properties in Stillwater Business Park, a $20,000 budget amendment for Sacramento River Trail restroom repairs, and renewal of a fire mutual aid agreement. The regular calendar includes scheduling workshops on Civic Auditorium-area properties and an interim appointment for a city clerk position.

• Sale of 5255 Venture Parkway to Shastaforce Holdings, LLC for fair market value
• Sale of 6555, 6655, 6755 Venture Parkway to CAS Redding, LLC for fair market value
• Appropriating $20,000 for restroom repairs on Sacramento River Trail
• Renewing 3-year Mutual Aid/Automatic Aid Agreement with Shasta County Fire Department
• Approving workshops on Civic Auditorium properties for Oct 13, 27, Nov 10, 17

The Redding City Council approved a schedule of four workshops in October and November 2021 to gather public input and information on City-owned properties around the Civic Auditorium, including an unsolicited development proposal. The council also approved the consent calendar, which included property sales, budget amendments, and a fire hose purchase, among other items. A resolution was adopted to allow the interim appointment of a retired executive assistant during recruitment.

• Approved schedule of workshops on Civic Auditorium properties (unanimous)
• Approved consent calendar including property sales, budget amendment, and fire hose purchase (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2021-120 for interim appointment of Joan Twomey (5-0)
• Approved $20,000 for restroom repairs on Sacramento River Trail
• Approved sale of City-owned property at 5255 Venture Parkway to Shastaforce Holdings
• Approved sale of City-owned properties at 6555, 6655, 6755 Venture Parkway to CAS Redding
• Renewed Mutual Aid/Automatic Aid Agreement with Shasta County Fire Department
• Accepted Diestelhorst to Downtown Non-Motorized Improvement Project as complete

Redding Planning Commission - Regular Meeting

The Redding City Council is holding a special meeting that consists entirely of a closed session to discuss labor negotiations with unrepresented employees. The designated agency representative is Assistant City Manager/Personnel Director Sheri DeMaagd. No other business is scheduled; the meeting will adjourn after the closed session.

• Closed session under California Government Code Section 54957.6 for labor negotiations with unrepresented employees
• Designated agency representative: Assistant City Manager/Personnel Director Sheri DeMaagd
• Public comment limited to closed session items, max 3 minutes per speaker
• Meeting location: Civic Center Council Chambers, 777 Cypress Avenue, Redding, CA

Redding City Council - Regular Meeting

The Redding City Council will decide how to allocate a portion of its American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funding to combat COVID-19 impacts, including potential uses for utilities, small business assistance, nonprofits, and low-income housing. The Council will also consider options for City-owned properties around the Civic Auditorium, including developing a master plan, selling the parcels, or acting on an unsolicited proposal. Several routine items are on the consent calendar, including contracts, purchases, and street acceptances.

• Approve sale of City-owned property at 5750 Venture Parkway to Ally Power, Inc. for fair market value
• Authorize $1,431,134 award to J.F. Shea Construction for asphalt concrete surfacing replacement
• Authorize $309,134 award to Axner Excavating for Hilltop Sewer Improvements Project
• Approve $230,000 sole-source procurement of primary vaults and lids from Cook Concrete Products
• Adopt proclamation declaring October 11, 2021, as Indigenous Peoples' History Day

The Redding City Council approved allocating $1.1 million in American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds to cover city utility payment arrearages, adopting Resolution 2021-117. Other ARPA fund allocations were deferred until final federal guidelines are issued. The council also accepted the consent calendar, which included approving the sale of city-owned property at 5750 Venture Parkway to Ally Power, Inc., and awarding contracts for various projects.

• Approved $1.1M ARPA allocation for utility arrearages (5-0)
• Deferred other ARPA allocations pending federal guidelines
• Approved sale of 5750 Venture Parkway to Ally Power, Inc.
• Awarded $1.43M contract to J.F. Shea Construction for asphalt resurfacing
• Awarded $309,134 contract to Axner Excavating for Hilltop Sewer Improvements
• Approved $253,755 buyout of Microsoft Enterprise Subscription Agreement
• Declared October 11, 2021 as Indigenous Peoples' History Day
• Took no action on Civic Auditorium property, directed staff for future workshops

Redding City Council - Special Meeting - Closed Session

The Redding City Council is holding a special closed-session meeting to discuss existing litigation (Baker et al. v. City of Redding) and labor negotiations with multiple employee organizations. No public action is scheduled; any reportable action will be announced after the closed session.

• Closed session on existing litigation: Baker et al. v. City of Redding, Shasta County Superior Court Case No. 192661
• Closed session on labor negotiations with 11 employee organizations, including police, fire, electrical, and clerical units
• Designated labor negotiator: Assistant City Manager/Personnel Director DeMaagd

The Redding City Council met in special closed session on September 21, 2021, to discuss existing litigation and labor negotiations. No reportable actions were taken on either item, and the meeting adjourned at 5:52 p.m.

• No reportable action on litigation item (Baker v. City of Redding)
• No reportable action on labor negotiations with multiple employee organizations

Redding Housing Authority - Regular Meeting

The Redding Housing Authority is meeting to consider routine consent calendar items, including approving minutes from March 15, 2021, and accepting cash reports, housing assistance registers, and staff authorized expenditures for February through June 2021. No major policy decisions or public hearings are scheduled; the agenda is largely procedural.

• Approve minutes of March 15, 2021 regular meeting
• Accept cash report, housing assistance register, and staff authorized expenditures for February 2021 (total cash $2,101,490.58)
• Accept cash report, housing assistance register, and staff authorized expenditures for March 2021 (total cash $2,225,459.10)
• Accept cash report, housing assistance register, and staff authorized expenditures for April 2021
• Accept cash report, housing assistance register, and staff authorized expenditures for May and June 2021

The Redding Housing Authority approved the consent calendar, which included the minutes from the March 15, 2021 meeting and acceptance of cash reports, housing assistance registers, and staff authorized expenditures for February through June 2021. The motion was made by Commissioner Resner, seconded by Commissioner Mezzano, and passed unanimously with Commissioner Norton absent. The meeting adjourned shortly after at 5:33 p.m.

• Approved the minutes of the Regular Meeting of March 15, 2021.
• Accepted the February 2021 Cash Report totaling $2,101,490.58, Housing Assistance Register No. 8 for $694,907.38, and Staff Authorized Expenditures of $73,428.41.
• Accepted the March 2021 Cash Report totaling $2,225,459.10, Housing Assistance Register No. 9 for $716,536.88, and Staff Authorized Expenditures of $76,975.54.
• Accepted the April 2021 Cash Report totaling $2,353,552.21, Housing Assistance Register No. 10 for $744,508.08, and Staff Authorized Expenditures of $72,637.13.
• Accepted the May 2021 Cash Report totaling $2,362,979.39, Housing Assistance Register No. 11 for $735,769.39, and Staff Authorized Expenditures of $83,125.21.
• Accepted the June 2021 Cash Report totaling $2,498,365.46, Housing Assistance Register No. 12 for $721,877.44, and Staff Authorized Expenditures of $105,377.25.

Redding Municipal Library Board - Regular Meeting

The Redding Area Bus Authority will consider approving consent calendar items including minutes, treasurer's reports, and cash reports, plus authorizing California State of Good Repair funds for the Canby Transfer Center rehabilitation and electric chargers. The board will also review the 2021 Title VI Program update and the 2021 Triennial Report.

• Approve $122,000 in SGR funds for Canby Transfer Center ($7,000) and electric chargers ($115,000)
• Approve $14,003 in SGR funds for replacement access/security system at maintenance facility
• Consider 2021 RABA Title VI Program update
• Accept 2021 Triennial Report
• Approve minutes from June 21 and July 19, 2021 meetings

Redding Area Bus Authority - Regular Meeting

The Redding Area Bus Authority board will consider routine consent items including minutes, treasurer's reports, and cash registers, plus a $122,000 State of Good Repair project list for Canby Transfer Center rehabilitation and electric chargers. The board will also review and vote on the 2021 Title VI Program update and the 2021 Triennial Report. Public comment is limited to three minutes per speaker.

• Approve $122,000 in SGR funds for Canby Transfer Center rehab ($7,000) and electric chargers ($115,000)
• Approve $14,003 in SGR funds for a replacement access/security system at the maintenance facility
• Consider 2021 RABA Title VI Program update
• Accept 2021 RABA Triennial Report
• Approve minutes from June 21 and July 19, 2021 meetings

Administrative Hearings Board - Regular Meeting

The Redding Administrative Hearings Board will conduct public hearings on three enforcement matters: an appeal of a cannabis cultivation citation, a continued appeal of another cannabis citation, and a review of a compliance order. The board will decide whether to affirm, modify, or reject the proposed orders. The agenda also includes approval of minutes, public comment, and a status report on pending orders.

• Appeal of Administrative Citation C2154 for outdoor cannabis cultivation at 1025 Ona Lane (appellant: Brittany Taylor Weatherbee Steeholm)
• Continued appeal of Administrative Citation C2196 for violations at 1065 W. Court Alley (appellant: David A. Harris)
• Review of Administrative Compliance Order at 12807 Akrich Street (appellants: Jesse L and Irene Garcia)
• Approval of minutes from May 19, June 16, July 21, and August 18, 2021 meetings
• Public comment period for non-agendized matters

The Redding Administrative Hearings Board approved a consent-calendar order for an uncontested citation appeal at 1025 Ona Lane, adopted a stipulated abatement and penalties order for 12807 Akrich Street, and continued the appeal for 1065 W. Court Alley to October 20, 2021. All votes were unanimous. The board also approved minutes from four prior meetings and the September 2021 status report for pending orders.

• Approved minutes for May 19, June 16, July 21, and August 18, 2021 (unanimous)
• Adopted proposed Administrative Hearing Order for 1025 Ona Lane appeal (unanimous)
• Continued 1065 W. Court Alley appeal to October 20, 2021 (unanimous)
• Adopted proposed Administrative Abatement and Penalties Order for 12807 Akrich Street (unanimous)
• Approved September 2021 status report for pending orders

Redding Planning Commission - Regular Meeting

The Redding Administrative Hearings Board will hold public hearings on three code enforcement matters: an appeal of a cannabis cultivation citation, a continued appeal of another cannabis citation, and a review of a compliance order. The board will decide whether to affirm the citations/order or modify them.

• Appeal of citation C2154 for outdoor cannabis cultivation at 1025 Ona Lane (20+ plants)
• Continued appeal of citation C2196 for violations at 1065 W. Court Alley
• Compliance order review at 12807 Akrich Street
• Consent calendar item for citation appeal
• Public comment period for non-agendized items

The Redding Administrative Hearings Board approved three consent items: adopted an uncontested administrative citation order for 1025 Ona Lane, continued the appeal for 1065 W. Court Alley to October 20, 2021, and adopted a stipulated abatement and penalties order for 12807 Akrich Street. All votes were unanimous. The board also approved the September 2021 status report for pending orders.

• Approved minutes for May 19, June 16, July 21, and August 18, 2021 (unanimous)
• Adopted administrative hearing order for 1025 Ona Lane citation appeal (unanimous)
• Continued 1065 W. Court Alley citation appeal to October 20, 2021 (unanimous)
• Adopted stipulated abatement and penalties order for 12807 Akrich Street (unanimous)
• Approved September 2021 status report for pending orders

Board of Administrative Review - Regular Meeting

The Board of Administrative Review will hold public hearings on two items: a site development permit for a new 18,260-square-foot cannabis cultivation building at 4691 Mountain Lakes Boulevard, and a three-year extension of a tentative parcel map at the Cedars Road, Westside Road, and State Route 273 intersection. Staff recommends approval of both items. The meeting is conducted via Zoom due to modified public hearing processes.

• Site Development Permit SDP-2020-01510: new 18,260-sq-ft cannabis cultivation building at 4691 Mountain Lakes Blvd
• Extension Application EXT-2021-01300: three-year extension of Tentative Parcel Map PM-2018-00077 at Cedars Road/Westside Road/SR-273 intersection
• Public comment period for non-agendized matters
• Cannabis odor complaint noted from adjacent property, referred to Code Enforcement

The Board of Administrative Review approved a site development permit for a new 18,260-square-foot cannabis cultivation building at 4691 Mountain Lakes Boulevard, with a condition to comply with RMC 6.12. It also approved a three-year extension for a tentative parcel map to divide a 2.8-acre property near Cedars Road, Westside Road, and State Route 273. Both decisions were unanimous.

• Approved Site Development Permit SDP-2020-01510 for cannabis cultivation building (3-0)
• Approved Extension Application EXT-2021-01300 for tentative parcel map (3-0)

Community Services Advisory Commission - Regular Meeting

The Regular Meeting of the Community Services Advisory Commission scheduled for September 8, 2021 has been canceled. No business will be conducted at this meeting.

• Meeting canceled

The Community Services Advisory Commission held a special meeting via Zoom and approved the consent calendar, which included the August 11, 2021 special meeting minutes and the Parks Maintenance, Recreation Activity, Action Plan Status, and Grants and Donations Reports for August 2021. The motion passed unanimously with all five commissioners voting in favor. The meeting also included informational presentations on Big League Dreams, the Vine and Dine event, the Martin Luther King, Jr. Center, the Community Creek Clean-Up, and the Caldwell Park expansion, but no other formal decisions were made.

• Approved the consent calendar including August 2021 minutes and reports (unanimous, 5-0).
• Heard a presentation on Big League Dreams future plans including restaurant remodel and field improvements (no action taken).
• Heard an update on the Vine and Dine fundraiser scheduled for October 14 at City Hall (no action taken).
• Heard a presentation on the Martin Luther King, Jr. Center summer camp activities (no action taken).
• Heard a presentation on the Community Creek Clean-Up event scheduled for October 2 at Nur Pon Open Space (no action taken).
• Received an update on Caldwell Park expansion including skate park construction start (no action taken).

Redding City Council - Special Meeting - Closed Session

This is a special closed-session meeting of the Redding City Council. The council will discuss anticipated litigation over alleged California Voting Rights Act violations, existing litigation, and two property negotiations. No public action is scheduled; any reportable action will be announced after the closed session.

• Closed session on threatened litigation from Shenkman & Hughes, PC over at-large voting process
• Closed session on existing litigation: Cogle v. City of Redding (WCAB Case Nos. ADJ14238818, ADJ12789535, ADJ7479636)
• Property negotiation: Stillwater Business Park, Lot 9 (APN 054-220-017) with Ally Power
• Property negotiation: multiple APNs with Populous, K2 Development Companies, Turtle Bay Exploration Park, and The McConnell Foundation

The Redding City Council held a special closed-session meeting on September 7, 2021. The Council voted unanimously to remove a real property negotiation item (3D) from the agenda, allowing for potential discussion at a future regular meeting. The Council then held closed sessions on anticipated litigation regarding the California Voting Rights Act and existing litigation, taking no reportable action on any item.

• Removed agenda item 3D (property negotiations with Populous, K2 Development, Turtle Bay Exploration Park, and The McConnell Foundation) from the agenda by unanimous vote
• Held closed session on anticipated litigation regarding California Voting Rights Act allegations; no reportable action taken
• Held closed session on existing litigation (Cogle v. City of Redding); no reportable action taken
• Held closed session on real property negotiations for Stillwater Business Park Lot 9 with Ally Power; no reportable action taken

Redding City Council - Regular Meeting

The Redding City Council will vote on consent items and several regular agenda items, including development agreements for 3D-printed income-qualifying housing, the electric utility's financial report, COVID-19 utility arrearage programs, a year-end budget review, and an ordinance on one-way streets downtown. The meeting also includes routine approvals of minutes, registers, and reports.

• Development agreements with AccessHome for 3D-printed housing: $337,196 each for park host homes at Enterprise Community Park and John Reginato River Access Park, and $1,800,000 for up to six units at 745 and 785 St. Marks Street
• Sole-source purchase of DNX Catalyst for Redding Power Plant Unit 1 at $550,000 total
• Grant from California Office of Traffic Safety for $135,327 for traffic safety enforcement
• Purchase of two Caterpillar 1000 kW generators for wastewater treatment plants at $578,302.40
• Water transfer agreement with Centerville Community Services District for up to 300 acre-feet at $328 per acre-foot

The Redding City Council unanimously approved development agreements with AccessHome for 3D-printed housing, including loans for park host homes and up to six units at 745 and 785 St. Marks Street. The council also accepted the year-end budget with a $1.34 million appropriation increase, and approved several other items including utility arrearage programs and a first reading of a downtown one-way street ordinance.

• Approved 3D-printed housing development agreements with AccessHome, including loans totaling $2,474,392 (unanimous)
• Accepted FY 2020-21 year-end budget and adopted Resolution 2021-110 increasing appropriations by $1,335,670 (5-0)
• Authorized participation in California COVID-19 arrearage payment programs for electric, water, and wastewater utilities (unanimous)
• Offered Ordinance No. 2644 for first reading, amending one-way street designations in downtown core (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2021-111 amending IBEW Electric wage rates and approving $10,000 signing bonus for meter technicians (5-0)
• Approved consent calendar including $9.99M in accounts payable/payroll, $550K catalyst purchase, and $760K airport grant (5-0)

Shasta Public Library Citizens Advisory Committee - Special Meeting

The Shasta Public Libraries Citizens Advisory Committee is holding a special meeting via Zoom to discuss and receive reports on fine-free/fine-forgiveness marketing plans, the 2021 Summer Blast program, the literacy program, and the July 2021 director's and marketing reports. The agenda also includes approval of the July 27, 2021 meeting minutes and reports from the Friends of Libraries and the Shasta Library Foundation. No votes on new policies are listed; the items are primarily informational and for discussion.

• Discussion of Fine Free/Forgiveness Marketing Plans
• Summer Blast Presentation 2021
• Literacy Program Presentation
• July 2021 Director's Report and Statistics
• July 2021 Marketing Report and Statistics

The Shasta Public Libraries Citizens Advisory Committee met by teleconference and approved the July 27, 2021 minutes unanimously. No public comments were made. The committee received reports on the upcoming fine-free and fine forgiveness marketing campaign, summer reading program results, literacy services, and library statistics. No formal policy decisions were made beyond the minutes approval.

• Approved July 27, 2021 meeting minutes (3-0)

Shasta Public Library Citizens Advisory Committee - Regular Meeting

The Shasta Public Libraries Citizens Advisory Committee is holding a special meeting to discuss and receive reports on fine-free/forgiveness marketing plans, the 2021 Summer Blast program, the literacy program, and the July 2021 director's and marketing reports. The agenda also includes approval of the July 27, 2021 meeting minutes and public comment. The meeting is being held via Zoom due to COVID-19 precautions.

• Fine Free/Forgiveness Marketing Plans
• Summer Blast Presentation 2021
• Literacy Program Presentation
• July 2021 Director's Report and Statistics
• July 2021 Marketing Report and Statistics

The Shasta Public Libraries Citizens Advisory Committee met by teleconference and approved the minutes from its July 27, 2021 meeting. No public comments were made. The committee received reports on the upcoming fine-free and fine forgiveness initiative, summer programming, literacy services, and library statistics, but took no other formal votes.

• Approved minutes of July 27, 2021 meeting (3-0)

Administrative Hearings Board - Regular Meeting

The Administrative Hearings Board will hold public hearings on four code enforcement cases: three uncontested citation appeals and one contested citation appeal. The board will decide whether to affirm, modify, or reduce the penalties for alleged violations of the Redding Municipal Code, including blighted property, recreational vehicle storage, and hazardous wiring.

• Uncontested appeal: 1970 Rancho Road, citations C2186 and C2195 for blighted property (overgrown vegetation), recommended 50% reduction
• Uncontested appeal: 3464 Old Lantern Drive, citations C2209 and C2017 for RV storage in front setback and hazardous wiring, recommended 50% reduction
• Uncontested compliance order review: 2171 S Market Street
• Contested appeal: 1065 W. Court Alley, citation C2196
• Public comment period for non-agendized items

The Administrative Hearings Board adopted all recommended administrative orders for three uncontested code enforcement appeals (1970 Rancho Road, 3464 Old Lantern Drive, and 2171 S. Market Street) after confirming no appellants were present. A fourth appeal (1065 W. Court Alley) was continued to the September 15, 2021 hearing at the appellant's request. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Adopted administrative orders for 1970 Rancho Road appeal (uncontested)
• Adopted administrative orders for 3464 Old Lantern Drive appeal (uncontested)
• Adopted administrative orders for 2171 S. Market Street appeal (uncontested)
• Continued 1065 W. Court Alley appeal to September 15, 2021

Redding City Council - Special Meeting - Closed Session

This is a special closed-session meeting with no public action items. The Redding City Council will discuss labor negotiations with IBEW electric employees, a threatened Voting Rights Act lawsuit over at-large elections, and property negotiations for two parcels. Any reportable action will be announced after the closed session.

• Closed session: labor negotiations with IBEW AFL-CIO Electric Employees
• Closed session: threatened litigation over alleged California Voting Rights Act violations (Shenkman & Hughes, PC letter dated July 8, 2021)
• Closed session: real property negotiation for 1313 Market St., APN 101-290-046, with The McConnell Foundation
• Closed session: real property negotiation for APN 112-390-004, with Catalyst Mentoring and Children's Legacy Center

The Redding City Council met in a special closed session on August 17, 2021, to discuss labor negotiations, anticipated litigation, and real property negotiations. No reportable actions were taken on any of the closed session items, and the meeting adjourned without substantive decisions.

• No reportable action on labor negotiation with IBEW (3A)
• No reportable action on anticipated litigation regarding Voting Rights Act (3B)
• No reportable action on property negotiation at 1313 Market St. (3C)
• No reportable action on property negotiation for APN 112-390-004 (3D)

Redding City Council - Regular Meeting

The Redding City Council approved the Redding Electric Utility's 2026 Strategic Plan and its Five-Year Capital Improvement Plan, and authorized four additional line personnel positions. The council also approved a second amendment to the City Manager's employment agreement with merit salary increases, and adopted an ordinance allowing unrepresented public safety members to share additional CalPERS costs. All votes were unanimous among those present, with Council Member Schreder absent for several items.

• Approved REU 2026 Strategic Plan (4-0, Schreder absent)
• Accepted REU Five-Year Capital Improvement Plan and adopted Resolution 2021-106 creating 4 line positions (4-0, Schreder absent)
• Approved Second Amendment to City Manager's employment agreement with 2.5% merit raises in 2022 and 2023 (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 2643 allowing unrepresented public safety members to share additional CalPERS costs (4-0, Schreder absent)
• Approved 3-month lease extension with Advance Redding for Civic Auditorium (3-0, Winter recused, Schreder absent)
• Approved consent calendar including $48.27M in accounts payable/payroll, $850,595 terminal access roads contract, and $4.18M biosolids system purchase (5-0)

Redding Municipal Library Board - Regular Meeting

The Redding Municipal Library Board will consider a resolution to eliminate overdue fines for children's and young adult materials, forgive most existing fines, and offer a fine amnesty for September 2021. The board will also hear an oral report from the Library Director and approve minutes from a prior meeting.

• Forgive all overdue fines and other fines recorded on or before August 31, 2020, estimated at $1,432,278
• Eliminate fines on overdue children's and young adult materials effective September 1, 2021
• Offer amnesty on overdue fines for materials returned during September 2021
• Adopt Resolution amending Shasta Public Libraries Circulation Policy and Fines and Fees Schedule Policy
• Approve minutes of the June 15, 2021 special meeting

Redding Area Bus Authority - Regular Meeting

This is a special closed-session meeting of the Redding City Council. The council will discuss labor negotiations with IBEW electric employees, anticipated litigation over alleged California Voting Rights Act violations, and price/terms for two property negotiations. No public action is scheduled; any reportable action will be announced after closed session.

• Closed session: labor negotiations with IBEW AFL-CIO electric employees
• Closed session: threatened litigation over at-large voting process (Shenkman & Hughes letter, July 8, 2021)
• Closed session: property negotiation at 1313 Market St. (APN 101-290-046) with The McConnell Foundation
• Closed session: property negotiation for APN 112-390-004 with Catalyst Mentoring and Children's Legacy Center

The Redding City Council met in a special closed session on August 17, 2021, to discuss labor negotiations, anticipated litigation, and two real property negotiations. No reportable actions were taken on any of the closed session items, and the meeting adjourned without any substantive public decisions.

• No reportable action on labor negotiation with IBEW (closed session)
• No reportable action on anticipated litigation regarding California Voting Rights Act (closed session)
• No reportable action on property negotiation at 1313 Market St. (closed session)
• No reportable action on property negotiation at APN 112-390-004 (closed session)

Community Services Advisory Commission - Regular Meeting

The Community Services Advisory Commission is holding a special meeting to consider routine consent items, including approval of July minutes and monthly reports on parks maintenance, recreation, action plan status, and grants. The commission will also receive a tourism and marketing update from the Chamber of Commerce and a project update on Caldwell Park.

• Parks maintenance report for July 2021 detailing repairs and vandalism
• Recreation report for July 2021 including youth programs and grant requests
• Presentation by Greater Redding Chamber of Commerce on tourism and marketing
• Caldwell Park project update

The Community Services Advisory Commission held a special meeting where residents of Shastina Ranch expressed concerns about the delayed park construction and homeless presence. Staff confirmed the park will be built in one phase, with construction expected to start late spring 2022 after the next map approval. The commission approved the amended July 14 minutes and the July 2021 consent calendar, both unanimously. No other formal decisions were made; the meeting also included updates on tourism marketing, Caldwell Park, and various trail and park projects.

• Approved amended minutes from July 14, 2021 special meeting (4-0)
• Approved July 2021 consent calendar including Parks Maintenance, Recreation Activity, Action Plan Status, and Grants and Donations Reports (4-0)

Community Services Advisory Commission - Special Meeting

The Community Services Advisory Commission is holding a special meeting to review routine reports on parks maintenance, recreation activities, and grants, and to receive a tourism and marketing update from the Chamber of Commerce. The commission will also hear a project update on Caldwell Park and other project updates. The agenda is largely routine, with no major decisions or public hearings.

• Parks maintenance report for July 2021, including repairs at Placer Street, Redding Aquatic Center, and Sundial Bridge
• Recreation report for July 2021, including youth tennis, Jr. Giants Baseball (220 participants), and NFL Flag Football
• Request for $36,800 from California Division of Boating and Waterways for youth boating scholarships
• Presentation by Greater Redding Chamber of Commerce on tourism and marketing
• Caldwell Park project update

The commission approved the amended July 14 minutes and the July 2021 consent calendar. Staff said Shastina Ranch Park construction will begin in one phase, starting late spring 2022, after the next map is approved. Updates were given on several projects, including the skate park, bike park, and NEXT Trail, but no formal votes were taken on these items.

• Approved amended minutes from July 14, 2021 special meeting (4-0)
• Approved July 2021 consent calendar including Parks Maintenance, Recreation Activity, Action Plan Status, and Grants and Donations Reports (4-0)

Redding Planning Commission - Regular Meeting

The Redding Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to decide on an amendment to the Browning Crossing subdivision and planned development at 1010 Browning Street. The amendment would change the approved 48-unit project from two-story to one-story homes, reduce parking, and restrict it to senior residents. Staff recommends approval.

• Amendment AMND-2021-00892 to Browning Crossing Subdivision S-2019-01370 and Planned Development PD-2019-01371
• Change from two-story to one-story homes, reducing parking to 55 spaces (minimum 32 required for senior housing)
• Relocation of clubhouse to east side of drive aisle
• De-annexation from Bella Vista Water District and annexation into City of Redding Municipal Water
• 48 single-family homes on 6.52 acres zoned RM-12-PD

The Redding Planning Commission approved an amendment to the Browning Crossing Subdivision and Planned Development, allowing 50 single-family homes at 1010 Browning Street to be redesigned from two-story to one-story, with reduced parking and a relocated clubhouse. The approval was subject to amended conditions, including a modification to Condition Number 8 regarding parking garage conversions. The vote was unanimous (5-0), with two commissioners absent. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting also included a general plan update report and public comments on a tree ordinance.

• Approved Amendment AMND-2021-00892 for Browning Crossing Subdivision (5-0)
• Added 'or greater than' to Condition Number 8 on parking garage conversions
• Approved minutes of May 25, June 8, and June 22, 2021 meetings (unanimous)

Shasta Public Library Citizens Advisory Committee - Regular Meeting

The Redding Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to decide on an amendment to the Browning Crossing Subdivision and Planned Development, which would change the design of 48 homes from two-story to one-story, reduce parking, and relocate the clubhouse to better serve senior residents. The commission is also scheduled to hear an oral report on the City of Redding General Plan Update and approve minutes from prior meetings.

• Public hearing on Amendment AMND-2021-00892 for 48 single-family homes at 1010 Browning Street, changing to one-story senior housing
• Parking reduction to 55 spaces (minimum 32 required) with option to convert garages to living space
• Proposed water service change from Bella Vista Water District to City of Redding Municipal Water
• Approval of minutes from May 25, June 8, and June 22, 2021 meetings
• Oral report on the City of Redding General Plan Update

The Redding Planning Commission approved Amendment Application AMND-2021-00892, which amends the Browning Crossing Subdivision and Planned Development to allow 50 single-family homes at 1010 Browning Street. The approval includes a change to Condition Number 8, adding 'or greater than' regarding individual parking garage conversions. The vote was unanimous (5-0), with two commissioners absent. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting also included a general plan update report and public comments on a tree ordinance.

• Approved Amendment AMND-2021-00892 for Browning Crossing Subdivision and Planned Development (5-0)
• Added 'or greater than' to Condition Number 8 on parking garage conversions

Board of Administrative Review - Regular Meeting

The Board of Administrative Review will hold a public hearing to decide whether to approve an amendment to a site development permit allowing outdoor storage of recreational vehicles and trucks at 4069 Eastside Road. The applicant, Ron Knowles, started outdoor storage without a permit, and this amendment would validate it. Staff recommends approval, subject to conditions including fencing, landscaping, and fire safety measures.

• Amendment AMND-2021-00740 to Site Development Permit SDP-2017-01386 for outdoor vehicle storage on a 5.83-acre parcel at 4067 Eastside Road
• Outdoor storage is a permitted use in the GI General Industry district but requires board approval
• Applicant initiated outdoor storage without required permit; amendment would validate it
• Conditions include 8-foot masonry wall along Eastside Road, 26-foot automated gate, and fire sprinklers for large storage areas
• No public comments received as of staff report

The Board of Administrative Review approved Amendment Application AMND-2021-00740, amending Site Development Permit SDP-2017-01386, to allow outdoor storage of recreational vehicles and trucks at 4069 Eastside Road in the General Industry zoning district. The approval was subject to revised conditions plus added conditions for oak tree preservation, standard City driveway encroachments, and dust palliative treatment. The vote was unanimous (3-0).

• Approved Amendment Application AMND-2021-00740 (3-0)
• Added conditions: oak tree preservation, standard City driveway encroachments, dust palliative treatment

Redding City Council - Regular Meeting

The Redding City Council will vote on a consent calendar that includes rezoning two properties, establishing an emergency medical service fee, and purchasing four bucket trucks for $653,834. They will also consider several contracts, including a $1.4 million waterline reimbursement agreement and a $24,000 annual cell tower lease. The meeting includes a presentation of Citizen's Awards and a public comment period.

• Rezone 4.12 acres at 3050 Leonard Street (Ordinance 2640)
• Rezone 1.1 acres at 900 Lake Boulevard (Ordinance 2641)
• Establish Emergency Medical Service First Responder Fee (Ordinance 2642)
• Purchase four bucket trucks from Altec Industries for $653,834
• Approve $1,400,000 waterline reimbursement agreement with Redding Senior Living, LLC

The Redding City Council approved the consent calendar, which included adopting ordinances for rezoning two properties, establishing an Emergency Medical Service First Responder Fee, and authorizing purchases such as four bucket trucks for $653,834. The council also approved a water transfer agreement with Shasta Lake and several other routine items. A separate motion to appoint Kari Wurch-Goldenson to the library advisory committee passed unanimously.

• Adopted Ordinance No. 2640 rezoning North State Grocery property at 3050 Leonard St (4-0)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 2641 rezoning Panorama Park property at 900 Lake Blvd (4-0)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 2642 establishing EMS First Responder Fee (3-1, Dacquisto no)
• Authorized purchase of four bucket trucks from Altec Industries for $653,834 (4-0)
• Approved water transfer agreement with City of Shasta Lake for up to 120 acre-feet at $328/acre-foot (4-0)
• Approved $1.4M reimbursement agreement with Redding Senior Living for waterline construction (4-0)
• Awarded $85,224 contract to Eddie Axner Construction for Stillwater Business Park lighting (4-0)
• Appointed Kari Wurch-Goldenson to Shasta Public Library Citizens Advisory Committee (4-0)

Redding City Council - Special Meeting - Closed Session

This is a special closed-session meeting with no public action items. The council will discuss real estate negotiations for Stillwater Business Park lots, potential litigation over an alleged wastewater discharge into Churn Creek, and labor negotiations with the IBEW electric employees union. Any reportable action will be announced after the closed session.

• Closed session: real property negotiation for Stillwater Business Park Lots 11b, 12, 13 (APNs 054-220-019, 054-260-003/004/005) with PDC Sacramento LPIV, LLC
• Closed session: anticipated litigation over alleged untreated wastewater discharge into Churn Creek (Aug 31–Sep 2, 2020)
• Closed session: labor negotiations with IBEW AFL-CIO Electric Employees

The Redding City Council met in closed session on August 3, 2021, to discuss real property negotiations, anticipated litigation, and labor negotiations. No reportable actions were taken on any of the items, and the meeting adjourned without substantive public decisions.

• Held closed session on Stillwater Business Park property negotiation (no reportable action)
• Held closed session on anticipated litigation regarding Churn Creek wastewater discharge (no reportable action)
• Held closed session on labor negotiations with IBEW (no reportable action)

Redding Planning Commission - Regular Meeting

The Shasta Public Libraries Citizens Advisory Committee is holding a special meeting to consider two policy changes: adopting a fine-free policy for overdue fines on children's and young adult collections, and forgiving all outstanding late fines with an amnesty book return event in September 2021. The committee will also review routine reports on library activities and statistics for May and June 2021.

• Consideration of Fine Free Policy for Overdue Fines for Children's and Young Adult collections
• Consideration of Fine Forgiveness for Outstanding Late Fines for All Accounts and Amnesty Book Return Event for September 2021
• Approval of minutes from June 2, 2021 meeting
• May and June 2021 Library Director's Report and Statistics
• May and June 2021 Marketing Report

The Shasta Public Libraries Citizens Advisory Committee approved a fine-free proposal and amnesty month, which will eliminate fines for juvenile and young adult cards, add auto-renewals, and forgive overdue fines for books returned in September 2021. The proposal will be brought to the Municipal Library Board on August 1, 2021. The committee also approved the June 2, 2021 meeting minutes.

• Approved fine-free proposal and amnesty month (4-0)
• Approved June 2, 2021 meeting minutes (4-0)

Shasta Public Library Citizens Advisory Committee - Special Meeting

The Shasta Public Libraries Citizens Advisory Committee is holding a special meeting to consider two policy changes: making the children's and young adult collections fine-free for overdue items, and forgiving all outstanding late fines with an amnesty book return event in September 2021. The committee will also approve routine consent items, including minutes from June 2, 2021, and the May and June 2021 Library Director's and Marketing reports.

• Consideration of Fine Free Policy for Overdue Fines for Children's and Young Adult collections
• Consideration of Fine Forgiveness for Outstanding Late Fines for All Accounts and Amnesty Book Return Event for September 2021
• Approval of Minutes from June 2, 2021 Meeting
• May and June 2021 Library Director's Report and Statistics
• May and June 2021 Marketing Report

The committee approved a fine-free proposal and amnesty month, which would eliminate fines for juvenile and young adult cards, add auto-renewals, and forgive overdue fines for books returned in September 2021. The proposal will go to the Municipal Library Board on August 1, 2021. The committee also approved the June 2, 2021 minutes and heard reports on library statistics and foundation activities.

• Approved fine-free proposal and amnesty month (unanimous)
• Approved June 2, 2021 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Administrative Hearings Board - Regular Meeting

The Administrative Hearings Board will conduct public hearings on two uncontested appeals of administrative citations for operating short-term rentals without permits. Both property owners have admitted to the violations and stipulated to the proposed orders, which recommend reduced penalties. The board will also discuss a status report on pending orders.

• Affirm Administrative Citation C2060 for 720 Lincoln Street, reduced to 40% of the amount cited
• Affirm Administrative Citation C2050 for 2556 Shasta Street, with recommended reduction
• Both properties now in compliance with Redding Municipal Code § 18.43.180(C)
• Public comment period for non-agendized matters
• Discussion and acceptance of status report on pending orders

The Administrative Hearings Board held a regular meeting with no appellants present. The board accepted proposed orders for two uncontested administrative citation appeals at 720 Lincoln Street and 2556 Shasta Street. A status report for pending orders was discussed and accepted. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Accepted proposed orders for uncontested citation appeal at 720 Lincoln Street (3-0)
• Accepted proposed orders for uncontested citation appeal at 2556 Shasta Street (3-0)
• Accepted July 2021 status report for pending orders (3-0)

Redding City Council - Regular Meeting

The Redding City Council approved the Hartnell Commercial Complex, including a 30,000-square-foot Holiday Market grocery store, five retail pads, and a fuel station, along with a mini-storage facility. The council also approved a $326 Emergency Medical Service First Responder Fee, increased police hiring incentives, and adopted several resolutions and ordinances on the consent calendar. All votes were unanimous except for the sole-source purchase of sleeping cabins and the salary schedule amendments, which had one dissenting vote each.

• Approved Hartnell Commercial Complex (UP-2020-01669, PM-2021-00290, GPA-2020-01667, RZ-2020-01668) with Mitigated Negative Declaration (5-0)
• Approved Panorama Park and Field House (SDP-2021-00785, GPA-2021-00786, RZ-2021-00787) (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 2642 and Resolution No. 2021-090 establishing $326 First Responder Fee (5-0)
• Approved increased lateral police officer hiring incentives: signing bonus from $7,500 to $10,000, referral bonus from $500 to $2,000 (5-0)
• Authorized sole-source purchase of sleeping cabins from Pallet up to $150,000 (4-1, Dacquisto no)
• Adopted salary schedule amendments for employee units (4-1, Dacquisto no)
• Approved consent calendar including accounts payable/payroll registers totaling $32,408,421.40 (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2021-084 modifying Tourism Marketing Business Improvement District (5-0)

Redding City Council - Special Meeting - Closed Session

This is a special closed-session meeting with no public action items. The council will discuss labor negotiations with multiple employee organizations, property negotiations for two locations, and a performance evaluation for the city manager. Any reportable action will be announced after the closed session.

• Closed session labor negotiations with 11 employee organizations including police, fire, and electrical workers unions
• Property negotiations for 4710 and 4950 Shasta View Dr. (APNs 054-090-037 and 054-090-039) with Brady Jones
• Property negotiations for 185 Hilltop Dr. (APN 112-250-009) with SHASTA-REDDING, a California Limited Partnership
• Public employee performance evaluation for City Manager Barry Tippin

The Redding City Council met in closed session on July 20, 2021, and took no reportable action on most items, including labor negotiations, a real property negotiation for 185 Hilltop Dr., and a performance evaluation of the City Manager. The only reportable action was a consensus approval to extend the escrow to August 5, 2021, for the purchase of properties at 4710 and 4950 Shasta View Dr., which was originally authorized in closed session on January 19, 2021.

• Approved extension of escrow to August 5, 2021, for purchase of 4710 and 4950 Shasta View Dr. (consensus)
• Took no reportable action on labor negotiations with multiple employee organizations
• Took no reportable action on real property negotiation for 185 Hilltop Dr.
• Took no reportable action on City Manager performance evaluation

Redding Area Bus Authority - Regular Meeting

The Board will consider a new ridership fare agreement with Shasta-Tehama-Trinity Joint Community College District for the 2021-22 school year. Additionally, staff is proposing free shuttle service for the Whiskeytown Relays running event on September 19, 2021.

• Ridership Fare Agreement with Shasta-Tehama-Trinity Joint Community College District
• Free shuttle service for the Whiskeytown Relays (SWEAT Running Club event)
• Acceptance of May 2021 Treasurer's Report showing a $3,918,338.73 portfolio balance

The Redding Area Bus Authority unanimously approved a new Ridership Fare Agreement with Shasta-Tehama-Trinity Joint Community College District, allowing students to ride RABA buses and paratransit for free using their student ID cards during the 2021-22 school year. The board also approved providing free shuttle service for the Whiskeytown Relays on September 19, 2021, and accepted the May 2021 Treasurer's Report showing a portfolio balance of $3,918,338.73.

• Approved Ridership Fare Agreement with Shasta-Tehama-Trinity Joint Community College District for 2021-22 (unanimous)
• Authorized RABA Executive Officer to execute the student fare agreement (unanimous)
• Approved free shuttle service for Whiskeytown Relays on September 19, 2021 (unanimous)
• Accepted Treasurer's Report for May 2021 with portfolio balance of $3,918,338.73 (unanimous)

Redding Housing Authority - Regular Meeting

This is a special meeting of the Redding City Council, held entirely in closed session. The council will discuss labor negotiations with multiple employee organizations, property negotiations for two parcels, and a performance evaluation for the city manager. No public action is scheduled, and any reportable decisions will be announced after the closed session.

• Closed session labor negotiations with 11 employee groups including police, fire, and electrical workers
• Property negotiations for 4710 and 4950 Shasta View Dr. (APNs 054-090-037/039) with Brady Jones
• Property negotiations for 185 Hilltop Dr. (APN 112-250-009) with SHASTA-REDDING Limited Partnership
• Performance evaluation of City Manager Barry Tippin

The Redding City Council held a special meeting on July 20, 2021, and went into closed session for labor negotiations, real property negotiations, and a performance evaluation. The only reportable action was a consensus to extend the escrow for the purchase of 4710 and 4950 Shasta View Dr. to August 5, 2021, as authorized in a prior closed session. No other reportable actions were taken.

• Approved extension of escrow to August 5, 2021, for the purchase of 4710 and 4950 Shasta View Dr. (APNs 054-090-037 and 054-090-039).
• Took no reportable action on labor negotiations with multiple employee organizations.
• Took no reportable action on real property negotiation for 185 Hilltop Dr. (APN 112-250-009).
• Took no reportable action on the performance evaluation of the City Manager.

Community Services Advisory Commission - Regular Meeting

The Community Services Advisory Commission will review routine reports on parks maintenance, recreation activities, and grant tracking for May and June 2021, and receive a presentation from the Redding Aquatic Center supervisor. The agenda is largely procedural, with no major policy decisions or public hearings scheduled.

• Parks maintenance report details repairs and vandalism response at Caldwell Park, Redding Aquatic Center, and other sites
• Recreation report notes new pickleball courts at Enterprise Park and record sign-ups for Camp Adventure
• Statewide Park Program grant proposal for Panorama Park development selected for site visit
• Youth Community Access Grant application for Shasta Youth Outdoor Leadership Initiative
• Tourism activity report for April, May, and June 2021

The Commission approved the consent calendar, including amended May 12, 2021 minutes, and reports for May and June 2021. They heard a presentation on the Redding Aquatic Center's $1.4 million refresh and updates on the Caldwell Park expansion and other projects. No public comments were made.

• Approved the consent calendar, including amended May 12, 2021 minutes, and May/June 2021 reports
• Heard presentation on Aquatic Center refresh, costing $1.4 million, with completion expected mid-August
• Received update on Caldwell Park expansion, including skate park and art piece footing
• Discussed soccer park lease payment deferral request to October 2023, to go to Council
• Noted General Plan update process, with completion expected August 2023
• Heard updates on Diestelhorst to Downtown event, Shastina Ranch, and other projects

Redding Planning Commission - Regular Meeting

The Redding Planning Commission is holding a regular meeting to review routine reports on parks maintenance, recreation activities, and tourism. The agenda includes a presentation on the Redding Aquatic Center and updates on Caldwell Park and other projects. Most items are informational and routine, with no major policy decisions or public hearings scheduled.

• Parks maintenance report for May and June 2021, including repairs and vandalism response
• Recreation activity report for May and June 2021, including summer camp programs and grants
• Presentation by Redding Aquatic Center Supervisor Jenny Moore
• Caldwell Park update
• Approval of minutes from May 12, 2021 meeting

The Community Services Advisory Commission approved the consent calendar, including amended May 12, 2021 minutes, and received reports on parks, recreation, and tourism. The commission heard a presentation on the Redding Aquatic Center refresh, including a $1.4 million pool refresh and a $7 million complete replacement, and updates on the Caldwell Park Expansion Project and the city's General Plan update. No substantive policy decisions were made beyond the consent calendar approval.

• Approved consent calendar including amended May 12, 2021 minutes (4-0, Lewis absent)
• Heard Aquatic Center update: $1.4M refresh, $7M full replacement, completion mid-August
• Heard Caldwell Park expansion update: art piece footing, skate park, bike park parking revisions
• Heard General Plan update: 5-phase process, completion expected August 2023
• Noted soccer park lease payment deferral request to October 2023, to go to Council
• Noted DR Horton purchasing remaining lots at Shastina Ranch, Stonesfair, Silverstone
• Noted Ridgeview Park fundraiser for playground rebuild on July 25

Board of Administrative Review - Special Meeting

The Board of Administrative Review will hold a public hearing to consider a site development permit for a 59-unit affordable senior housing project with a manager's unit at 3592 Placer Street. Staff recommends approving the permit and adopting a Mitigated Negative Declaration under CEQA. The project would be 100% affordable for low- and very low-income seniors and has been awarded 55 project-based vouchers from the City's Housing Division.

• Site Development Permit SDP-2020-01714 for 59-unit senior housing plus manager's unit on 2.2 acres at 3592 Placer Street
• Adoption of Mitigated Negative Declaration under CEQA
• Density bonus allows up to 72 units (200% for senior housing plus 80% for 100% affordable)
• Requires 6-foot decorative screen wall along west property line and 10-inch median on Placer Street to restrict left turns
• Preservation of 12 Blue Oak trees in open area near seasonal swale

The Board of Administrative Review approved Site Development Permit SDP-2020-01714 for a 59-unit affordable senior housing project with one manager's unit and common facilities at 3592 Placer Street. The board also adopted the Mitigated Negative Declaration and found the necessary findings for approval in evidence, subject to conditions. The vote was unanimous (3-0). Public comments raised concerns about traffic, privacy, and environmental impacts, but the board proceeded with approval.

• Approved Site Development Permit SDP-2020-01714 for 59-unit affordable senior housing at 3592 Placer Street (3-0)
• Adopted Mitigated Negative Declaration under CEQA for the project
• Found necessary findings for approval in evidence, subject to conditions of approval

Redding Planning Commission - Regular Meeting

The Redding Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to consider a site development permit, general plan amendment, and rezoning for the proposed Panorama Park and Field House at 900 and 950 Lake Boulevard. The project includes a 10.5-acre park with a community center, sports field, dog park, and trails. The Commission will forward a recommendation to the City Council, including adoption of a Mitigated Negative Declaration under CEQA.

• Site Development Permit SDP-2021-00785 for Panorama Park and Field House
• General Plan Amendment GPA-2021-00786 from 'General Office' to 'Park'
• Rezoning RZ-2021-00787 from 'GO' to 'PF' on 1.1 acres
• 20,000 sq ft Field House with gymnasium and classrooms
• Mitigated Negative Declaration under CEQA

The Redding Planning Commission held a public hearing and voted unanimously to recommend that the City Council approve the Site Development Permit, General Plan Amendment, and Rezoning for the Panorama Park and Field House at 900 and 950 Lake Boulevard. The project would change the land use designation from General Office to Park and rezone from GO to Public Facilities. The recommendation is subject to draft conditions. Two commissioners were absent.

• Recommended approval of Site Development Permit SDP-2021-00785 (5-0)
• Recommended approval of General Plan Amendment GPA-2021-00786 (5-0)
• Recommended approval of Rezoning RZ-2021-00787 (5-0)

Redding Housing Authority - Regular Meeting

The Redding Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to consider a recommendation to the City Council on the Panorama Park and Field House project at 900 and 950 Lake Boulevard. The project includes a site development permit, a General Plan amendment, and a rezoning, along with adoption of a Mitigated Negative Declaration under CEQA. The commission will forward a recommendation on these items.

• Site Development Permit SDP-2021-00785 for a 10.5-acre park with a 20,000 sq ft Field House, sports field, dog park, playground, and trails
• General Plan Amendment GPA-2021-00786 from 'General Office' to 'Park' on 1.1 acres
• Rezoning RZ-2021-00787 from 'GO' General Office to 'PF' Public Facilities
• Adoption of a Mitigated Negative Declaration under CEQA
• Project funded partly by a $6.7 million state grant for the Caldwell Park Expansion

The Redding Planning Commission held a public hearing and voted unanimously to recommend that the City Council approve the site development permit, general plan amendment, and rezoning for the Panorama Park and Field House project at 900 and 950 Lake Boulevard. The recommendation is subject to draft conditions. The project includes changing the land use designation from General Office to Park and rezoning from GO to PF.

• Recommended approval of Site Development Permit SDP-2021-00785 for the Panorama Park and Field House
• Recommended approval of General Plan Amendment GPA-2021-00786, changing the designation from General Office to Park
• Recommended approval of Rezoning Application RZ-2021-00787, changing the zone from GO to PF
• Voted 5-0 to forward the recommendation to the City Council, with Commissioners Luke Miner and Leon Benner absent

Redding Area Bus Authority - Regular Meeting

The Redding Area Bus Authority Board will consider adopting its proposed budget for Fiscal Year 2021-22 and the updated 7-Year Financial Plan. The board will also review consent items including financial reports, a seasonal Beach Bus program, a contract extension with Transdev, and grant applications. Public comment is allowed on non-agendized matters.

• Approve FY 2021-22 budget and 7-Year Financial Plan
• Extend Transdev Services contract to June 30, 2023
• Apply for ARPA 5307, FTA 5307, and FTA 5339 funds
• Approve 2021 Beach Bus Pilot/Seasonal Program
• Accept final results of 2020 Salute to Veterans event ($6,320.27 in donations)

The Redding Area Bus Authority board approved the consent calendar, including minutes, cash reports, and operational items. They adopted Resolution RABA 2021-002 approving the FY 2021-22 budget and accepting the 7-year financial plan. The board also accepted a report on the 2020 Salute to Veterans event. All votes were unanimous with one member absent.

• Approved minutes of the March 15, 2021 regular meeting.
• Accepted cash reports and accounts payable registers for January through April 2021.
• Accepted treasurer's reports for February, March, and April 2021.
• Accepted system performance and ridership reports for February, March, and April 2021.
• Approved implementation of the 2021 Beach Bus Pilot/Seasonal Program outside the service area.
• Authorized a letter of support for the Shasta Lake Downtown Revitalization Project.
• Approved extension of the operating contract with Transdev Services, Inc. until June 30, 2023.
• Authorized application for American Rescue Plan Act 5307, FTA 5307, and FTA 5339 funds.

Solid Waste Disposal Committee - Special Meeting

The Solid Waste Disposal Committee will consider approving the Fiscal Year 2021-22 budget of $6,868,450 and adopting tipping fees for the Richard W. Curry West Central Landfill. The committee will also discuss appointing a new Member-at-Large following a retirement, and receive reports on fund transfers, tonnage, and fund balances. The meeting is a special teleconference session.

• Approve FY 2021-22 budget of $6,868,450 and adopt tipping fees (City $39.50/ton, County $44.50/ton)
• Increase R&I and CPCM fund tipping fee components by 1.2% to $17.52/ton, with $4,955,328 payment to R&I fund
• Appoint new Member-at-Large after John Duckett's retirement
• Accept $63,200 in fund transfers for bulldozer repairs and related costs
• Accept tonnage report showing FY 2020-21 total of 170,640 tons

Administrative Hearings Board - Regular Meeting

The Administrative Hearings Board will conduct public hearings on five code enforcement matters, including administrative cost assessments, citation appeals, and a compliance order review. The board will decide whether to affirm, modify, or adopt the proposed orders and penalties.

• Administrative cost assessment review at 3244 Veda Street (appellant Gene D. Pearson)
• Citation appeal at 1075 Le Brun Lane (appellant Stephanie Isaac), continued from May 19, 2021
• Citation appeal at 1280 Dominion Drive (appellants Ryan and Dessie Baxter)
• Citation appeal at 3550 Oasis Road (appellant James Pincin)
• Compliance order review at 2730 Henderson Road (appellant Victoria Wilson), continued from April 21, 2021

The Administrative Hearings Board approved staff recommendations for three code enforcement cases, including stipulated orders for Le Brun Lane and Dominion Drive, and a reduced citation for Veda Street. In the Oasis Road appeal, the board voted 2-1 to uphold the citation except for the portion stricken by the city and to strike all fees. The board also approved a compliance order for Henderson Road with one section removed, and accepted the June 2021 status report for pending orders.

• Approved staff recommendation for administrative cost assessment at 3244 Veda Street (3-0)
• Approved stipulated order for citation appeal at 1075 Le Brun Lane (3-0)
• Adopted proposed order reducing citation by 50% at 1280 Dominion Drive (3-0)
• Upheld citation except for stricken portion and struck all fees at 3550 Oasis Road (2-1)
• Approved compliance order except Section 2a at 2730 Henderson Road (3-0)
• Accepted June 2021 status report for pending orders

Redding City Council - Special Meeting - Closed Session

This is a special closed-session meeting where the Redding City Council will discuss labor negotiations with three employee organizations. No public action is expected, and the agenda contains only this single item.

• Closed session under California Government Code Section 54957.6 for labor negotiations
• Negotiations with Redding Independent Employees' Organization (Clerical, Technical & Professional Unit)
• Negotiations with Redding Independent Employees' Organization (Supervisory & Confidential Unit)
• Negotiations with United Public Employees of California–Redding Technical Unit

The Redding City Council met in a special closed session to discuss labor negotiations with three employee organizations. No reportable action was taken on the item, and the meeting adjourned without any public comment or decisions.

• Held closed session for labor negotiations with three employee organizations.
• Took no reportable action on the labor negotiation item.

Redding Municipal Library Board - Special Meeting

The Redding Municipal Library Board is reviewing several long-term agreements to manage the Shasta Public Library System. These include a contract with Library Systems and Services, LLC and updated annual contribution schedules for the Redding and branch libraries.

• Library Services Agreement (C-4556) with Library Systems and Services, LLC for a 10-year term
• First Amendment to the Redding Library agreement (C-4551) with County of Shasta setting annual contributions
• First Amendment to the Branch Libraries agreement (C-4558) with County of Shasta and City of Anderson
• Redding Library FY 2021-22 contribution increase from $889,930 to $934,427

The Redding Municipal Library Board unanimously approved the consent calendar, including minutes from January 25, 2021, and three agreements for the Shasta Public Library System: amendments to ownership and operation agreements with Shasta County for the Redding Library and branch libraries (Anderson and Burney), and a 10-year Library Services Agreement with Library Systems and Services, LLC. The City Manager was authorized to execute the agreements.

• Approved minutes of January 25, 2021 special meeting (5-0)
• Approved First Amendment to Redding Library agreement (C-4551) with County of Shasta (5-0)
• Approved First Amendment to Branch Libraries agreement (C-4558) with County and City of Anderson (5-0)
• Approved 10-year Library Services Agreement (C-4556) with Library Systems and Services, LLC (5-0)
• Authorized City Manager to execute the agreements (5-0)

Redding City Council - Regular Meeting

The Redding City Council will hold a regular meeting on June 15, 2021, with a consent calendar covering routine items and public hearings on fee adjustments. Key decisions include adopting the biennial budget for fiscal years 2021-2023, declaring a shelter crisis, and resuming normal utility collections after COVID-19. The meeting will be conducted with COVID-19 safety protocols, including face coverings and limited seating.

• Adopt Ordinance No. 2637 amending zoning code to permit emergency housing sites during a declared shelter crisis
• Approve $150,000 for purchase of Emergency Sleeping Cabins
• Approve $1 million annual contract for tourism marketing with Greater Redding Chamber of Commerce
• Approve $350,000 for two vertical turbine circulation pumps for Redding Power Plant
• Public hearing to adjust Schedule of Fees and Service Charges

The Redding City Council approved a five-year consulting contract with the Greater Redding Chamber of Commerce for tourism and destination marketing services at $1 million annually through June 30, 2026. The council also adopted the biennial budget for fiscal years 2021-22 and 2022-23, declared a shelter crisis, and approved several ordinances and resolutions, including emergency housing site criteria and utility collection changes.

• Approved five-year tourism marketing contract with Greater Redding Chamber of Commerce, $1 million annually.
• Adopted Resolution 2021-078 approving the City of Redding Biennial Budget for FY 2021-22 and 2022-23.
• Adopted Resolution 2021-077 declaring a shelter crisis in the City of Redding.
• Adopted Ordinance No. 2637 amending zoning code for emergency housing sites during a declared shelter crisis.
• Adopted Ordinance No. 2638 amending building codes to adopt standards for emergency shelters.
• Authorized $150,000 for purchase of Emergency Sleeping Cabins.
• Approved $260,208 for eight Ford Interceptors for the Police Department, contingent on budget approval.
• Adopted Resolution 2021-076 adjusting the City's Schedule of Fees and Service Charges.

Community Services Advisory Commission - Regular Meeting

This is a special meeting of the Redding City Council, held in closed session, to discuss labor negotiations with three employee organizations. The only item on the agenda is a conference with the labor negotiator regarding employee units. No public action is expected, and the meeting is largely procedural.

• Closed session under Gov. Code 54957.6 for labor negotiations with Redding Independent Employees' Organization (clerical, technical, professional; supervisory, confidential) and United Public Employees of California–Redding Technical Unit
• Designated negotiator: Assistant City Manager/Personnel Director DeMaagd
• Public comment options: in-person, mail, email, or voicemail (530-339-7305 ext. 5002)
• COVID-19 protocols: face coverings required, 50% capacity (96 seats), social distancing

The Redding City Council met in a special closed session on June 15, 2021, to discuss labor negotiations with three employee organizations. No reportable action was taken, and the meeting adjourned at 6:00 p.m.

• Held closed session per Government Code 54957.6 for labor negotiations with three employee units.
• Took no reportable action on the labor negotiation item.

Redding Planning Commission - Regular Meeting

The Redding Planning Commission will hold public hearings on two major projects: the Hartnell Commercial Complex, which includes a grocery store, retail pads, drive-throughs, a fueling station, and a mini-storage facility, and a three-building commercial cannabis facility on Cedars Road. The Commission will forward a recommendation to the City Council for the Hartnell project, which requires a general plan amendment and rezoning. The cannabis project is a use permit request. Both projects require environmental review approvals.

• Hartnell Commercial Complex: 30,000 sq ft Holiday Market grocery store, 5 retail pads, drive-throughs, fueling station, and 38,400 sq ft mini-storage on 12.13 acres at 2469/2525 Hartnell Ave, 3055/3091 Appian Way, 3050 Leonard St
• Rezone of 2.8-acre mini-storage parcel from SC to HC Heavy Commercial and General Plan amendment from Shopping Center to Heavy Commercial
• Use Permit UP-2021-00099 by Ally Farms LLC for three commercial cannabis buildings at 5755 Cedars Road
• Mitigated Negative Declaration and Negative Declaration recommended for adoption under CEQA
• Off-site traffic improvements to Shasta View Drive and fair-share contributions for signalized intersections

The Redding Planning Commission voted unanimously to recommend City Council approval of the Hartnell Commercial Complex, including a grocery store, retail pads, drive-throughs, a fueling station, and a mini-storage facility, along with associated parcel map, general plan amendment, and rezoning. The recommendation includes amendments to exclude crape myrtle and liquid amber trees from the landscape plan and to rezone from 'SC' to 'GC' instead of 'HC'. The commission also approved a use permit for three commercial cannabis buildings at 5755 Cedars Road, adopting a Negative Declaration.

• Recommended approval of Use Permit UP-2020-01669, Parcel Map PM-2021-00290, General Plan Amendment GPA-2020-01667, and Rezone RZ-2020-01668 for Hartnell Commercial Complex (6-0)
• Amended landscape plan to exclude crape myrtle and liquid amber trees
• Amended rezoning request from 'SC' to 'GC' instead of 'HC'
• Approved Use Permit UP-2021-00099 for three commercial cannabis buildings at 5755 Cedars Road (6-0)
• Adopted Negative Declaration for the cannabis use permit

Redding City Council - Special Meeting - CPAW Workshop

The Redding City Council is holding a special workshop to review final recommendations from the Community Planning Assistance for Wildfire (CPAW) program. The council will consider providing guidance on new regulations for building standards, defensible space, and subdivision design in wildfire-prone areas, and may authorize staff to develop cost estimates for several wildfire mitigation actions. No immediate fiscal impact is noted, but future costs are undetermined.

• Review CPAW Final Recommendations Report
• Guidance on building codes, defensible space, and fire hazard abatement in Wildland Urban Interface
• Authorize cost development for linking hazard mitigation plans and updating zoning with wildfire safety
• Consider property assessment program for wildfire risk on city parcels
• Potential creation of a dedicated wildfire steering committee

The Redding City Council accepted the Community Planning Assistance for Wildfire (CPAW) Final Recommendations report and unanimously authorized staff to develop cost elements for six wildfire mitigation activities, including updating the zoning ordinance and creating a Community Wildfire Protection Plan. Staff will return to the Council at a future date for approval of the cost elements. The meeting was a special workshop with no other substantive decisions.

• Accepted CPAW Final Recommendations report (unanimous)
• Authorized staff to develop cost elements for linking hazard mitigation, General Plan, and Redding Electric Utility wildfire plans (unanimous)
• Authorized staff to refine Wildland Urban Interface mapping within Fire Hazard Severity Zones (unanimous)
• Authorized staff to develop a property assessment program for wildfire risk on city parcels (unanimous)
• Authorized staff to develop a City-specific Community Wildfire Protection Plan (unanimous)
• Authorized staff to create a dedicated wildfire steering committee (unanimous)
• Authorized staff to update zoning ordinance with wildfire safety requirements (unanimous)

Board of Administrative Review - Regular Meeting

The Shasta Public Libraries Citizens Advisory Committee is meeting to reorganize its chair and vice chair positions, approve prior meeting minutes, and receive reports on library operations. The committee will hear a presentation from the Teen Advisory Board and review the Library Director's and Marketing reports for April 2021, which include statistics on circulation, programs, and community outreach.

• Reorganization of Chair and Vice Chair positions
• Approval of minutes from May 5, 2021 meeting
• Presentation from the Teen Advisory Board (TAB)
• April 2021 Library Director's Report and Statistics
• April 2021 Marketing Report

The Shasta Public Libraries Citizens Advisory Committee reorganized its leadership, electing Kim Faires as Chair and Pat Pell as Vice Chair. The committee also approved the minutes from the May 5, 2021 meeting. No public comments were made, and no other formal decisions were taken.

• Approved reorganization of Chair and Vice Chair: Kim Faires as Chair, Pat Pell as Vice Chair (3-0)
• Approved minutes of May 5, 2021 meeting (3-0)

Shasta Public Library Citizens Advisory Committee - Regular Meeting

The Shasta Public Libraries Citizens Advisory Committee is meeting to hear the Library Director's and Marketing reports for April 2021, along with a presentation from the Teen Advisory Board. The committee will also reorganize its chair and vice chair positions and approve the minutes from the May 5 meeting. No votes on policy or budget are scheduled.

• April 2021 Library Director's Report and Statistics
• April 2021 Marketing Report
• Presentation from the Teen Advisory Board
• Reorganization of Chair and Vice Chair
• Approval of minutes from May 5, 2021 meeting

The Shasta Public Libraries Citizens Advisory Committee reorganized its leadership, electing Kim Faires as Chair and Pat Pell as Vice Chair. The committee also approved the minutes from the May 5, 2021 meeting. No public comments were made, and no other formal decisions were taken.

• Approved reorganization of Chair and Vice Chair: Kim Faires as Chair, Pat Pell as Vice Chair (3-0)
• Approved minutes from May 5, 2021 meeting (3-0)

Redding City Council - Regular Meeting

The Redding City Council will consider how to use $18,693,433 in federal American Rescue Plan Act funds, adopt ordinances to permit emergency housing sites during a shelter crisis, and approve an air service agreement with Alaska Airlines for flights to Seattle. The consent calendar includes contracts for a digger derrick truck, red light cameras, a skatepark addition, and a DUI enforcement grant.

• Approve $323,127 purchase of Digger Derrick truck from Altec Industries for Redding Electric Utility
• Approve $1,123,061 award to California Skateparks for Caldwell Park Skatepark Addition
• Approve $400,000 CDBG loan and $10,000 lead-based paint grant for transitional housing at 1871 Kenyon Drive
• Approve one-year Alaska Airlines service from Redding to Seattle, June 2021–June 2022
• Adopt ordinance amending zoning code to permit emergency housing sites during declared shelter crisis

The Redding City Council adopted two ordinances (No. 2637 and No. 2638) to establish criteria for emergency housing sites during a declared shelter crisis, with Council Member Dacquisto voting no on both. The council also approved a one-year air service agreement with Alaska Airlines for flights from Redding to Seattle, and approved a $400,000 CDBG loan plus $10,000 grant for rehabilitating a transitional housing facility at 1871 Kenyon Drive. All consent calendar items were approved unanimously.

• Adopted Ordinance 2637 amending zoning code for emergency housing sites during shelter crisis (4-1)
• Adopted Ordinance 2638 amending building codes for shelter crisis (4-1)
• Approved Alaska Airlines air service agreement for Redding-Seattle flights, June 2021-June 2022 (5-0)
• Approved $400,000 CDBG loan and $10,000 lead-based paint grant for Pathways housing rehab at 1871 Kenyon Drive (5-0)
• Approved consent calendar including $323,127 Digger Derrick truck purchase and $1,123,061 skatepark contract (5-0)
• Declared 61 city-owned parcels as surplus property via Resolution 2021-061 (5-0)
• Accepted $90,643.47 CHP Cannabis Tax Fund grant for DUI vehicle and drug testing machine (5-0)
• Set appropriation limit for FY 2021-22 at $259,592,550 via Resolution 2021-063 (5-0)

Redding Planning Commission - Regular Meeting

The Redding Planning Commission unanimously approved a three-year extension for the Live Oak Estates Subdivision, a 26-lot, 64-unit multiple-family residential project on Old Alturas Road. It also approved a use permit for a sewer line encroaching into the Boulder Creek floodplain and floodway, adopting a Mitigated Negative Declaration. Both approvals were subject to conditions, with the sewer line permit including amendments to Condition Number 11.

• Approved Tentative Subdivision Map Extension EXT-2021-00663 for Live Oak Estates Subdivision (7-0)
• Approved Use Permit UP-2021-00190 for sewer line in Boulder Creek floodplain, adopted Mitigated Negative Declaration (7-0)
• Approved minutes of December 8, 2020 and May 11, 2021 meetings (7-0)
• Elected Michele Goedert as Chair and Cameron Middleton as Vice-Chair (7-0)

Redding City Council - Regular Meeting Adjourned from 5/18/2021

The Redding City Council is meeting to consider adopting Ordinance No. 2636, which would adopt the citizen-sponsored 'Bechelli Bonnyview Voter Initiative' without alteration. This initiative is related to the River Crossing Marketplace development, which includes a Costco warehouse store and fueling station. The meeting is a continuation from May 18, 2021, and only this item will be considered.

• Adoption of Ordinance No. 2636 for the Bechelli Bonnyview Voter Initiative
• Initiative covers approximately 25-acre Bechelli Bonnyview Specific Plan Property and 10-acre residential property
• Development includes 152,000 sq ft Costco warehouse store, fuel station with up to 30 fueling positions, and 62,000 sq ft of retail
• Initiative consistent with prior approvals: General Plan Amendment GPA-2017-00067, Rezoning RZ-2017-00063, Specific Plan SP-2017-00082
• Meeting limited to 50% capacity with COVID-19 safety protocols

The Redding City Council reconvened from a May 18 adjournment to consider a single agenda item: adoption of Ordinance No. 2636, which adopts the citizen-sponsored 'Bechelli Bonnyview Voter Initiative' under Elections Code Section 9215. The ordinance was approved unanimously (5-0). No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting adjourned at 5:24 p.m.

• Adopted Ordinance No. 2636 adopting the Bechelli Bonnyview Voter Initiative (5-0)

Administrative Hearings Board - Regular Meeting

The Administrative Hearings Board will conduct public hearings on six code enforcement matters, including one continued compliance order review and five citation appeals. The board will decide whether violations occurred and whether to affirm, modify, or reject the proposed orders and penalties. The agenda also includes routine items like minutes approval, public comment, and a status report on pending orders.

• Continued review of Administrative Compliance Order at 1230 Arizona Street (appellants Michael and Arlene Sheehan)
• Citation appeal C2604 at 874 Domain Way (appellant Jason Song)
• Citation appeals C2343 and C2373 at 2783 S Market Street (appellant Tammy Coleman)
• Citation appeal C2037 at 3370 Sunset Drive (appellant Kiely Nelson)
• Citation appeals C2041 at 4820 Sunnyhill Lane and C2183 at 1075 Le Brun Lane (appellants Shannon Giles and Stephanie Isaac)

The Redding Administrative Hearings Board approved a revised Abatement and Penalties Order for 1230 Arizona Street, extending compliance dates from June to July. It also approved stipulated orders for citation appeals at 874 Domain Way and 3370 Sunset Drive, upheld one citation and dismissed another at 2783 S Market Street, and upheld an appeal at 4820 Sunnyhill Lane. Item No. 6 was continued to the next meeting.

• Approved revised Abatement and Penalties Order for 1230 Arizona Street with compliance dates extended to July 16 and July 22 (3-0)
• Approved stipulated Administrative Hearing Order for 874 Domain Way with amended payment terms ($10,000 initial, $25,000 by year-end) (3-0)
• Upheld first citation and dismissed second citation for 2783 S Market Street (2-1)
• Approved citation for 3370 Sunset Drive with fee reduced to $160 (3-0)
• Upheld appeal for 4820 Sunnyhill Lane (2-0, Diehl recused)
• Continued Item No. 6 (1075 Le Brun Lane) to June 16, 2021 meeting
• Approved minutes of April 21, 2021 meeting (3-0)
• Accepted May 2021 status report for pending orders

Board of Administrative Review - Regular Meeting

The Community Services Advisory Commission is holding a special meeting that consists of a bus tour of select City of Redding park project sites. The only business is the tour, roll call, closing comments, and adjournment. No decisions or discussions are scheduled beyond the tour itself.

• Bus tour of Nur Pon Open Space, 2515 Henderson Road
• Lake Redding Park Volleyball Sand Courts, 2225 Benton Dr
• Buenaventura Trail, 1800 Sunflower Drive
• Salt Creek Park, 3900 Sunflower Drive
• Mary Lake, 1696 Lakeside Drive and Ridgeview Park, 2150 Cumberland Drive

Redding City Council - Special Meeting - Closed Session

The City Council will meet in closed session to discuss pending litigation and negotiate real property terms. Discussions include legal counsel regarding a court case and potential property transactions.

• Litigation discussion: City of Redding v. General Reinsurance Corporation (Case No. 2:17-CV-01152 KJM-CMK)
• Property negotiations for 1542 Old Alturas Rd., 1574 Old Alturas Rd., 1571 Old Alturas Rd., 1448 Old Alturas Rd., and 1407 Arroyo Manor Dr.
• Property negotiation for Stillwater Business Park, Lot 6 (APN 054-220-028)

The Redding City Council met in a special closed session on May 18, 2021, to discuss pending litigation and real property negotiations. No reportable actions were taken on any of the three closed session items, and the meeting adjourned without any public comment or substantive decisions.

• Held closed session on pending litigation (City of Redding v. General Reinsurance Corporation) - no reportable action
• Held closed session on real property negotiations for multiple Old Alturas Rd. properties - no reportable action
• Held closed session on real property negotiation for Stillwater Business Park Lot 6 - no reportable action

Redding City Council - Regular Meeting

The Redding City Council will consider a certified initiative petition regarding future land uses at Bechelli Lane and South Bonnyview Road, deciding whether to adopt it, call an election, or seek more study. The council will also vote on several consent items, including a $2.2 million contract for the West Street Area School Safety Improvement Project and a $1.1 million sole-source purchase for wildfire mitigation equipment. Other actions include appointments to the Planning Commission and a report on the Downtown Assessment District.

• Initiative petition on future land uses at Bechelli Lane and South Bonnyview Road
• Award $2,222,111.81 to Lakmann Builders for West Street Area School Safety Improvement Project
• Sole-source procurement of $1,098,605 in fuses/cutouts for REU Wildfire Mitigation Plan
• Approve $628,374 grant application for transitional housing services
• Award $478,764 to Consolidated Electrical Distributor for LED street lights

The Redding City Council voted unanimously to accept the sufficiency of an initiative petition and adopt Ordinance No. 2636, which approves future land uses and development at the intersection of Bechelli Lane and South Bonnyview Road. The council also approved a consent calendar including a $2.2 million contract for the West Street Area School Safety Improvement Project and a $478,764 LED street light contract. Appointments to the Planning Commission were made, and a downtown assessment district workshop was authorized.

• Adopted Resolution 2021-059 accepting the sufficiency of the initiative petition (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 2636 approving the initiative measure for first reading (5-0)
• Approved consent calendar including $2,222,111.81 award to Lakmann Builders for West Street safety project (5-0)
• Awarded LED street light contract to Consolidated Electrical Distributor, Inc. for $478,764 (5-0)
• Authorized sole-source procurement of fuses/cutouts from Anixter for up to $1,098,605 (5-0)
• Approved license agreement with Shasta Kart Klub and Shasta SuperMoto (5-0)
• Appointed Gale Montgomery and Aaron Hatch to Planning Commission (5-0)
• Authorized downtown assessment district workshop with up to $5,000 funding (5-0)

Redding Housing Authority - Regular Meeting

The Redding City Council is holding a special meeting with a closed session to discuss pending litigation against General Reinsurance Corporation and to negotiate property purchases and a sale. The meeting is limited to these confidential items, with no public action items on the agenda.

• Closed session on pending litigation: City of Redding v. General Reinsurance Corporation (U.S. District Court Case No. 2:17-CV-01152)
• Closed session to negotiate terms for five properties on Old Alturas Road and Arroyo Manor Drive for the Old Alturas Road Bridge Rehab Project
• Closed session to negotiate price and terms for potential sale of Stillwater Business Park, Lot 6 (APN 054-220-028) to Main & Main Capital Group, LLC

The Redding City Council met in a special closed session to discuss pending litigation and real property negotiations. No reportable actions were taken on any of the three closed session items, and the meeting adjourned without public comment or substantive decisions.

• No reportable action on pending litigation with General Reinsurance Corporation
• No reportable action on property negotiations for Old Alturas Rd. and Arroyo Manor Dr. properties
• No reportable action on property negotiation for Stillwater Business Park Lot 6

Community Services Advisory Commission - Regular Meeting

The Redding Community Services Advisory Commission will hear a presentation on a proposal for a Park Host House at Enterprise Park and Reginato River Access. The Commission will also review the Field Use Policy for managing city-owned sports fields not under contract and receive an update on the Tourism Marketing Contract. The consent calendar includes approval of minutes and routine activity reports for parks maintenance, recreation, action plan status, and grants and donations for March and April 2021.

• Presentation on Park Host House proposal at Enterprise Park and Reginato River Access
• Field Use Policy review for managing city-owned sports fields not under contract
• Update on Tourism Marketing Contract
• Parks Maintenance report: 168 trees pruned in March, 54 in April; multiple vandalism repairs
• Recreation report: 1,000+ kids in youth cross country; flag football returning to Caldwell Park

The commission heard a presentation from Emergent 3D on building a 3D-printed concrete house for the Enterprise Park host and Reginato River Access, with funding already approved by City Council. The consent calendar, including minutes and reports, was approved unanimously. No formal action was taken on the field use policy or tourism marketing contract, which were discussed as updates.

• Approved consent calendar including March 10, 2021 minutes and reports (4-0, Divine absent)
• Heard presentation on 3D-printed park host house at Enterprise Park and Reginato River Access (information only)
• Discussed field use policy for city-owned sports fields; no action taken
• Received update on tourism marketing contract with Greater Redding Chamber of Commerce; no action taken

Redding Planning Commission - Regular Meeting

The Redding Planning Commission will hold a public hearing and consider recommending that the City Council adopt an ordinance amending Title 18 (Zoning) to allow Emergency Housing Sites during a declared shelter crisis. The commission will also discuss proposed construction standards for residential driveways. The meeting is largely procedural, with no consent calendar items or announcements.

• Public hearing on rezoning application RZ-2021-00616 to allow Emergency Housing Sites using emergency sleeping cabins during a declared shelter crisis
• Discussion of City of Redding Construction Standards for residential driveways
• Proposed ordinance would require City Council-issued permits, annual renewal, and public notification for nearby residents
• No consent calendar items or minutes for approval

The Redding Planning Commission voted unanimously to recommend that the City Council adopt an ordinance amending Title 18 (Zoning) to allow emergency housing sites, with amendments to clarify intent, expand notification to 600 feet, and add a 90-day renewal process. The commission also received a presentation on residential driveway construction standards and heard that the River Crossing Marketplace project is in litigation.

• Recommended City Council adopt ordinance amending Title 18 for emergency housing sites (5-0)
• Amended recommendation to double notification area to 600 feet
• Amended recommendation to include 90-day notification renewal application process

Redding City Council - Special Meeting - Budget Workshop

The Redding City Council is holding a special budget workshop to review the City's biennial budget for Fiscal Years 2021-23, focusing on expenditures, revenues, and rates for the Electric, Water, Wastewater, and Solid Waste utilities. The Council will accept a staff report and provide guidance for budget development. Public comment is limited to three minutes per person, with COVID-19 safety protocols in place.

• Overview of FY 2021-23 biennial budget for Electric, Water, Wastewater, and Solid Waste utilities
• Discussion of expenditures, revenues, and rates for enterprise funds
• Council guidance for staff on budget development
• Public comment options: in person, mail, email, or voicemail

The Redding City Council held the third and final budget workshop, receiving presentations on the biennial budget for Fiscal Years 2021-23, covering Enterprise Funds for Water, Wastewater, Solid Waste, and Electric utilities. No formal decisions were made; the meeting was informational, with discussions on utility rate increases and infrastructure projects.

• Reviewed FY 2021-23 budget overview for Enterprise Funds (no vote)
• Discussed replacement of Pump House No. 1 (no action)
• Noted expected 2% electric rate increase starting January 2022 (no action)

Board of Administrative Review - Regular Meeting

The Board of Administrative Review will hold public hearings on two applications: a site development permit for an outdoor vehicle storage yard at 1150 Grand Avenue, and an amendment to a use permit for Turtle Bay Exploration Park to add a nursery and storage building. The board will also take public comment on non-agendized matters.

• Site Development Permit SDP-2021-00336 for outdoor vehicle storage on 0.21 acres at 1150 Grand Avenue
• Amendment AMND-2021-00314 to Use Permit UP-10-01 for new nursery and storage buildings at 1100 and 1275 Arboretum Drive
• CEQA categorical exemption recommended for the Grand Avenue project
• Public hearing and potential approval of both applications with conditions

The Board of Administrative Review unanimously approved a site development permit for an outdoor vehicle storage yard at 1150 Grand Avenue, finding it categorically exempt from CEQA. It also unanimously approved an amendment to Use Permit UP-10-01 for Turtle Bay Exploration Park to construct a new nursery and storage building at 1100 and 1275 Arboretum Drive. Both approvals were subject to the draft conditions of approval. No public comments were made.

• Approved Site Development Permit SDP-2021-00336 for outdoor vehicle storage at 1150 Grand Avenue (3-0)
• Approved Amendment Application AMND-2021-00314 to Use Permit UP-10-01 for new nursery and storage buildings at 1100 and 1275 Arboretum Drive (3-0)

Shasta Public Library Citizens Advisory Committee - Regular Meeting

The Shasta Public Library Citizens Advisory Committee meeting on May 5, 2021, was primarily informational, with no formal votes or decisions. Reports covered the Book Drop Program with Meals on Wheels, FOIL's virtual thank-you tea and Burney Library anniversary plans, and FOSCL's bookstore sales and takeover of FOAL. The committee discussed using the Community Room patio, parking lot, and Children's Garden for programming, but took no action.

• No formal decisions or votes recorded; meeting was informational and discussion-based
• Discussed using Community Room patio, outdoor parking lot, and Children's Garden for programming (no action taken)

Shasta Public Library Citizens Advisory Committee - Special Meeting

The Redding City Council is holding a special meeting as a budget workshop to review the proposed biennial budget for Fiscal Years 2021-23, focusing on expenditures, revenues, and rates for the city's Enterprise Funds (Electric, Water, Wastewater, and Solid Waste Utilities). The council will accept a staff report and provide guidance for budget development. Public comment is allowed in person, by mail, email, or voicemail, with COVID-19 capacity limits in place.

• Overview of biennial budget for FY 2021-23 for Electric, Water, Wastewater, and Solid Waste Utilities
• Discussion of expenditures, revenues, and rates for Enterprise Funds
• Public comment options: in-person, mail, email, voicemail (530-339-7305, Ext. 5002)
• COVID-19 safety measures: face coverings required, 50% capacity (96 seats), social distancing

The Redding City Council held the third and final budget workshop, receiving presentations on the biennial budget for Fiscal Years 2021-23, covering expenditures, revenues, and rates for Enterprise Funds including Electric, Water, Wastewater, and Solid Waste utilities. No formal decisions were made; the meeting was informational only. Council members discussed the timeline for replacing Pump House No. 1 and confirmed a recommended 2% rate increase on fixed charges starting January 2022.

• No formal decisions made; budget workshop was informational only
• Discussed replacement of Pump House No. 1, with study/approval taking up to 3 years and construction about 2 years
• Confirmed recommendation of 2% rate increase on fixed charges starting January 2022

Redding City Council - Special Meeting - Closed Session

This is a special closed-session meeting of the Redding City Council. The only substantive item is a performance evaluation of the City Attorney, discussed behind closed doors under state law. No other business is scheduled, and any reportable action will be announced after the closed session.

• Closed session: performance evaluation of City Attorney (Gov. Code § 54957(b))
• Meeting held at Civic Center Community Room, 777 Cypress Avenue, Redding
• Public comment options: in person, mail, email, or voicemail

The Redding City Council met in special closed session on May 4, 2021, to conduct a performance evaluation of the City Attorney. No reportable action was taken, and the meeting adjourned after the closed session. No substantive public decisions were made.

• Held closed session for City Attorney performance evaluation (no reportable action)

Redding City Council - Regular Meeting

The Redding City Council will vote on a consent calendar that includes a $2.04 million purchase of a fire truck and engine, a $338,497 street sweeper, and a $1.1 million fiber optic project. They will also hold a public hearing on the 2021-22 Action Plan for HUD funding and discuss the city's broadband project, with a recommendation to postpone fiber-to-the-home development until Phase 2 is built or state/federal funding is provided.

• Purchase of one 107' Ascendant Aerial Ladder Truck and one Type 1 fire engine from Pierce Manufacturing for $2,040,000
• Approve $1.1 million budget amendment for fiber optic ring design and construction (Phase 1 and 2)
• Public hearing on 2021-22 Action Plan for HUD funding
• Purchase of one 2022 Freightliner M2-106 Street Sweeper for $338,497.09
• Approve connection of 7223 and 7231 Hermosa Drive to city wastewater system

The Redding City Council approved a consent calendar that included purchasing a new aerial ladder truck and fire engine for $2.04 million, appropriating $1.1 million for a fiber optic ring project, and relocating the Emergency Operations Center. The council also adopted the 2021-22 HUD Action Plan and directed staff to continue developing phase 2 of the broadband fiber ring while postponing fiber-to-homes. No substantive decisions were made on informational items.

• Approved purchase of aerial ladder truck and fire engine for $2,040,000 (4-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2021-052 appropriating $2,040,000 for fire apparatus (4-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2021-051 appropriating $1.1 million for fiber optic ring design and construction (4-0)
• Approved relocation of Emergency Operations Center to REU Avtech building (4-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2021-057 accepting 2021-22 HUD Action Plan (4-0)
• Directed staff to continue phase 2 of fiber ring, postpone fiber-to-homes (4-0)
• Approved $25,000 donation from McConnell Foundation for Police Explorers (4-0)
• Approved purchase of street sweeper for $338,497.09 (4-0)

Redding City Council - Special Meeting - Budget Workshop

The Redding City Council is holding a special meeting as a budget workshop to review the city's biennial budget for fiscal years 2021-23. The council will consider a report on fire station maintenance needs and an overview of expenditures, revenues, and the 10-year plan, then provide guidance on budget development. This is a discussion and guidance session, not a final budget approval.

• Report on maintenance needs for Redding Fire Stations for FY 2021-23
• Overview of General Fund expenditures including Fire, Police, Community Services, and Governmental/Internal Service budgets
• Review of General Fund revenues
• General Fund 10-year plan with identified capital projects

The Redding City Council held a budget workshop for fiscal years 2021-23, receiving reports on fire station maintenance needs and the overall budget. Council members provided general direction on budget elements but took no formal action on either item. They also agreed to discuss a $25,000 donation to the Shasta County Arts Council at a future meeting.

• No formal action taken on fire station maintenance report
• No formal action taken on budget overview report
• Consensus to discuss $25,000 donation to Shasta County Arts Council; staff directed to prepare report

Redding Planning Commission - Regular Meeting

The Redding City Council is holding a special meeting as a budget workshop for Fiscal Years 2021-23. The council will hear a report on fire station maintenance needs and an overview of the biennial budget, then provide guidance on its development, including General Fund expenditures, revenues, and the 10-year plan. Public comments are limited to three minutes per person due to COVID-19 restrictions.

• Fire station maintenance needs for FY 2021-23 (information only)
• Biennial budget overview for FY 2021-23: expenditures, revenues, 10-year plan
• General Fund expenditure review: Fire, Police, Community Services (Parks and Recreation), Governmental and Internal Service budgets
• General Fund revenues and 10-year capital projects plan

The Redding City Council held a special budget workshop on April 29, 2021, as the second of three sessions. They heard reports on fire station maintenance needs and the biennial budget for fiscal years 2021-23, but took no formal action on either item. Council members provided general direction on budget elements and agreed to discuss a $25,000 donation to the Shasta County Arts Council at a future meeting.

• No reportable action on fire station maintenance report
• No reportable action on biennial budget overview
• Consensus to discuss $25,000 donation to Shasta County Arts Council at future meeting

Administrative Hearings Board - Regular Meeting

The Administrative Hearings Board will hold public hearings on four code enforcement cases, deciding whether to affirm or modify administrative compliance and cost orders. The cases involve properties at 2730 Henderson Road, 1230 Arizona Street, 2773 Victor Drive, and 889 Partridge Drive. The board will also approve minutes, swear in witnesses, and hear public comment.

• 2730 Henderson Road: compliance order for substandard building, public nuisance, blight, and parking violations
• 1230 Arizona Street: compliance order review for Michael and Arlene Sheehan
• 2773 Victor Drive: cost assessment for abatement of municipal code violations
• 889 Partridge Drive: cost assessment for abatement of municipal code violations

The Administrative Hearings Board continued two code enforcement appeals to future meetings and adopted two administrative abatement cost orders. The board also approved minutes from prior meetings with a correction and accepted a status report on pending orders.

• Continued 2730 Henderson Road compliance order review to June 16, 2021 (unanimous)
• Continued 1230 Arizona Street compliance order review to May 19, 2021 (unanimous)
• Adopted administrative abatement cost order for 2773 Victor Drive (unanimous)
• Adopted administrative abatement cost order for 889 Partridge Drive (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of Jan 20, Feb 17, and Mar 17, 2021, with amendment to Feb 17 minutes (unanimous)
• Accepted April 2021 status report for pending orders

Redding City Council - Special Meeting - Closed Session

This is a special closed-session meeting where the Redding City Council will discuss real property negotiations for two properties. No public action is scheduled; any reportable action will be announced after the closed session.

• Closed session on property at 2772 and 2786 Victor Ave. (APNs 067-270-063/064) with Gary and Patsy Knighten, negotiating price and terms
• Closed session on Stillwater Business Park Lots 1 and 2 (APNs 054-830-001/003) with T and S DVBE, Inc., negotiating price and terms

The Redding City Council met in special closed session to discuss real property negotiations for two properties: 2772 and 2786 Victor Ave. and Stillwater Business Park Lots 1 and 2. No reportable action was taken on either item, and the meeting adjourned without any public decisions.

• No reportable action on Victor Ave. property negotiation (2772 and 2786 Victor Ave.)
• No reportable action on Stillwater Business Park Lots 1 and 2 negotiation

Redding City Council - Regular Meeting

The Redding City Council will hold a regular meeting with a consent calendar covering routine items, including the sale of city-owned property on Victor Avenue, COVID-19 stimulus project updates, and approval of subdivision final maps. A public hearing will consider submitting an amended 2019-20 Action Plan to HUD. The council will also discuss the electric utility's renewables plan and approve a new MOU with the police managers' association.

• Sale of city-owned property at 2772 and 2786 Victor Avenue for appraised value
• COVID-19 stimulus: ratify $463,168 ball field lighting upgrade contract with Builders Solutions, Inc.
• Public hearing on 2019-20 Action Plan Substantial Amendment to HUD
• Approve MOU with Redding Police Managers' Association, term ending Nov 30, 2023
• Approve final maps for Shastina Ranch Subdivision Unit 4 and Stonesfair Subdivision Units 2 and 3

The Redding City Council approved a consent calendar including property sales, grant applications, and subdivision maps, and adopted resolutions for a HUD action plan and REU's renewable portfolio plan. The council also approved a new MOU with the Redding Police Managers' Association and updated employment policies for unrepresented employees, with Council Member Dacquisto dissenting.

• Approved consent calendar including property sale at 2772/2786 Victor Ave and grant applications (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2021-048 for HUD 2019-20 Action Plan submission (5-0)
• Approved REU's revised RPS Enforcement Program and Procurement Plan (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2021-049 approving RPMA MOU and salary ranges (4-1)
• Adopted Resolution 2021-050 for unrepresented employee policies and pay plan (4-1)

Redding Housing Authority - Regular Meeting

The Redding City Council is holding a special meeting that consists solely of a closed session to discuss real property negotiations for two properties: 2772 and 2786 Victor Ave. and Stillwater Business Park Lots 1 and 2. No other business will be conducted, and any reportable action will be announced after the closed session.

• Closed session on property at 2772 and 2786 Victor Ave. (APNs 067-270-063 and 067-270-064) with Gary and Patsy Knighten
• Closed session on Stillwater Business Park Lots 1 and 2 (APNs 054-830-001 and 054-830-003) with T and S DVBE, Inc.
• Both negotiations involve price and terms, with City Manager Tippin as negotiator

The Redding City Council met in a special closed session to discuss real property negotiations for two properties, but took no reportable action on either item. The meeting was procedural, with no public comments and no substantive decisions made.

• No reportable action on real property negotiation for 2772 and 2786 Victor Ave.
• No reportable action on real property negotiation for Stillwater Business Park Lots 1 and 2.

Redding City Council - Special Meeting - Budget Workshop

The Redding City Council is holding a special meeting to discuss the development of the City's biennial budget for Fiscal Years 2021-23. The council will receive a presentation and provide guidance on the budget's development. This is a workshop session, so no final decisions are expected.

• Consider development of the City of Redding biennial budget for Fiscal Years 2021-23

The Redding City Council held the first of three budget workshops for the 2021-23 biennial budget, focusing on the General Fund. The Council reached consensus to support several budget items, including a $25,000 annual Youth Council contract, a $100,000 annual District Attorney contract, and $60,000 for property abatement. The Council also directed staff to return with options for forgiving or repaying the Redding Electric Utility loan to the California Soccer Park. No formal votes were taken; decisions were by consensus.

• Supported $25,000 annual Youth Council contract (consensus)
• Supported $100,000 annual District Attorney contract (consensus)
• Supported $60,000 for property abatement (consensus)
• Supported prepayment of CalPERS unfunded liability (consensus)
• Directed staff to report on options for REU loan forgiveness/repayment for Soccer Park (consensus)

Shasta Public Library Citizens Advisory Committee - Regular Meeting

The Redding City Council is holding a special meeting to conduct a budget workshop for the development of the city's biennial budget for fiscal years 2021-23. The council will receive a presentation and provide guidance on the budget's development. Public comments can be submitted in person, by mail, email, or voicemail, with COVID-19 safety protocols in place.

• Consider development of the City of Redding biennial budget for Fiscal Years 2021-23
• Public comment options: in person, mail, email, or voicemail
• COVID-19 restrictions: face coverings required, 50% capacity limit, social distancing

The Redding City Council held a special budget workshop to review the General Fund for the 2021-23 biennial budget. Council members reached consensus to support several budget items, including a $25,000 Youth Council contract, a $100,000 District Attorney contract, $60,000 for property abatement, and prepayment of CalPERS unfunded liability. They also directed staff to return with options for forgiving or repaying the REU loan to the California Soccer Park. No formal votes were taken; the meeting was a workshop for guidance.

• Consensus to support the $25,000 annual Youth Council contract.
• Consensus to support the $100,000 annual District Attorney contract.
• Consensus to support $60,000 for property abatement.
• Consensus to support prepayment of CalPERS unfunded liability.
• Directed staff to report on options for forgiveness or repayment of the REU loan to the California Soccer Park.

Redding City Council - Special Meeting - Closed Session

The Redding City Council is holding a special closed-session meeting to discuss labor negotiations with the Redding Police Managers' Association and unrepresented employees. The only action item is the closed session; no other business will be conducted. Public comments can be submitted in person, by mail, email, or voicemail, with specific deadlines and COVID-19 safety protocols in place.

• Closed session under California Government Code Section 54957.6 for labor negotiations with Redding Police Managers' Association and unrepresented employees
• Designated agency representative: Assistant City Manager/Personnel Director DeMaagd
• Public comment options: in person, regular mail, email to [email protected], or voicemail at 530-339-7305, Ext. 5002
• COVID-19 protocols: face coverings required, 50% capacity limit (96 seats), social distancing, and self-screening encouraged
• Meeting location: Civic Center Community Room, 777 Cypress Avenue, Redding, CA

The Redding City Council met in a special closed session on April 6, 2021, to discuss labor negotiations with the Redding Police Managers' Association and unrepresented employees. The council took no reportable action on the item, and the meeting was adjourned shortly after.

• Held closed session under Government Code Section 54957.6 for labor negotiations
• Took no reportable action on the labor negotiation item

Redding City Council - Regular Meeting

The Redding City Council awarded the professional tourism marketing contract to the Redding Chamber of Commerce-DCI, with a 4-1 vote, and directed staff to negotiate the contract and return for review. The council also approved the annexation of the Silverstone Subdivision into Landscape Maintenance District 08-06, adopted a resolution establishing a Crisis Intervention Response Team (CIRT) with a new police officer position, and approved a new MOU with the fire management unit. All consent calendar items, including the animal ordinance update and various contracts, were approved unanimously.

• Awarded tourism marketing contract to Chamber of Commerce-DCI (4-1)
• Approved Silverstone Subdivision annexation into LMD 08-06 (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2021-044 establishing CIRT with new police officer (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2021-045 approving fire management MOU (4-1)
• Approved consent calendar including animal ordinance update and contracts (5-0)
• Directed staff to report on beer garden feasibility at Caldwell Park

Community Development Advisory Committee - Special

The Community Development Advisory Committee will discuss 2021-22 funding projections for public service projects and review its preliminary rating and ranking of proposals. The committee will formulate a funding recommendation to submit to the Redding City Council. The meeting is held via Zoom and includes public comment for non-agendized items.

• Discussion of 2021-22 funding projections for public service projects
• Review of committee's rating and ranking of public service project proposals
• Formulation of funding recommendation for City Council submittal
• Approval of minutes from March 22, 2021 meeting

Redding Planning Commission - Regular Meeting

The Redding Community Development Advisory Committee will discuss 2021-22 funding projections for public service projects and review its preliminary rating and ranking of project proposals. The committee will formulate a funding recommendation to submit to the City Council. The meeting is procedural and focused on the funding recommendation process.

• Discussion of 2021-22 funding projections for public service projects
• Review of committee's rating and ranking of public service project proposals
• Formulation of funding recommendation for City Council submittal
• Approval of minutes from March 22, 2021 meeting

Community Development Advisory Committee - Special

The Community Development Advisory Committee will hold a public hearing to evaluate seven applications for Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funding for the 2021-22 program year. The committee will also review funding projections and the criteria used to rank proposals. No final funding decisions are made at this meeting; it is for information and public input.

• Public hearing on 7 proposed public service activities, each requesting $25,000
• Applicants include Shasta County Child Abuse Prevention Coordinating Council, Youth Violence Prevention Council, Northern Valley Catholic Social Service, FaithWorks, YMCA, One SAFE Place, and NorCal OUTreach
• Review of 2021-22 funding projections (information only)
• Discussion of proposal evaluation criteria and ranking matrix (information only)
• Approval of February 17, 2021 meeting minutes

Administrative Hearings Board - Regular Meeting

The Administrative Hearings Board will hold public hearings on two code enforcement appeals. The first concerns citations for unsurfaced parking, recreational vehicle storage, and cannabis cultivation at 6465 Creekside Street, with staff recommending dismissal of one citation and reduced fines for two others. The second is a review of a compliance order for violations at 2950 Harlan Drive. The board will also accept public comment on non-agendized matters and discuss pending orders.

• Appeal of citations C-2879 (reduced to $2000), C-2900 (reduced to $1500), C-2447 (dismissed), and C-2474 (amount cited) at 6465 Creekside Street
• Review of Administrative Compliance Order for 2950 Harlan Drive
• Public comment period for non-agendized items
• Status report on pending orders

The Administrative Hearings Board denied an appeal by Leesa Keochaleune regarding code enforcement citations at 6465 Creekside Street, upholding the citations as stated. The board also adopted an Administrative Compliance Order for 2950 Harlan Drive after the appellant, Kelly John T. Revocable Trust, failed to appear. The March 2021 status report for pending orders was discussed and accepted.

• Denied the appeal and upheld the citations for 6465 Creekside Street (motion by Figura, seconded by Kafel, carried 3-0).
• Adopted the Administrative Compliance Order and orders for 2950 Harlan Drive (motion by Kafel, seconded by Diehl, carried 3-0).
• Discussed and accepted the March 2021 status report for pending orders.

Board of Administrative Review - Regular Meeting

The Community Development Advisory Committee will review and rank seven proposals for Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) public service funding for 2021-22, following a public hearing. The committee will also discuss funding projections and evaluation criteria. The meeting is informational and advisory; no final funding decisions are made here.

• Public hearing on proposed public service activities: Shasta County Child Abuse Prevention Coordinating Council ($25,000), Youth Violence Prevention Council ($25,000), Northern Valley Catholic Social Service ($25,000), FaithWorks, YMCA, One SAFE Place, NorCal OUTreach
• Review of proposal evaluation criteria and ranking matrix for CDBG applications
• Funding projections for 2021-22 (information only)
• Approval of February 17, 2021 minutes

Redding City Council - Special Meeting - Closed Session

This is a special closed-session meeting of the Redding City Council. The council will discuss three items behind closed doors: emergency evacuation training with police and fire departments, negotiations for the potential sale of two lots in Stillwater Business Park, and labor negotiations with police and fire management units and unrepresented employees. No public action is expected, though any reportable action from closed session will be announced afterward.

• Closed session: emergency evacuation training with Redding Police and Fire Departments
• Closed session: real property negotiations for Stillwater Business Park Lots 1 and 2 (APNs 054-830-001, 054-830-003) with T and S DVBE, Inc.
• Closed session: labor negotiations with Redding Police Managers' Association, UPEC-Redding Fire Management Unit, and unrepresented employees

The Redding City Council met in special closed session on March 16, 2021, to discuss a threat to public services, real property negotiations for Stillwater Business Park, and labor negotiations. No reportable action was taken on any of the closed session items, and the meeting adjourned at 5:45 p.m.

• Held closed session on threat to public services (evacuation training) — no reportable action
• Held closed session on real property negotiation for Stillwater Business Park Lots 1 and 2 — no reportable action
• Held closed session on labor negotiations with police managers, fire management, and unrepresented employees — no reportable action

Redding City Council - Regular Meeting

The Redding City Council will vote on a consent calendar that includes approving minutes, accepting financial registers, declaring a local emergency related to COVID-19, authorizing the sale of city-owned property at 4855 and 4950 Venture Parkway, and purchasing two bucket trucks for $942,718. The regular calendar includes introducing an ordinance amending animal regulations, receiving updates on the Garden of Lights event and water supply, and discussing short-term rental tax compliance. Public comments are limited due to COVID-19 protocols.

• Authorize sale of property at 4855 and 4950 Venture Parkway to T and S DVBE, Inc.
• Purchase two bucket trucks for $942,718 from Altec Industries
• Award $919,160 to RTA Construction for Locust Lift Station project
• Introduce ordinance amending animal keeping rules (Title 7)
• Adopt resolution restricting parking on Market, Butte, and Yuba Streets

The Redding City Council approved the consent calendar, which included accepting financial registers totaling $12,774,055.46, authorizing the sale of city property at 4855 and 4950 Venture Parkway, and purchasing two bucket trucks for $942,718. The council also introduced Ordinance No. 2635, amending animal-keeping rules, and authorized the mayor to adjust meeting formats based on state COVID-19 tiers. No formal action was taken on informational items about the Garden of Lights, water supply, or short-term rental tax compliance.

• Approved consent calendar items, including minutes, financial registers, and various resolutions.
• Authorized negotiation of Purchase and Sale Agreements with T and S DVBE, Inc. for city property at 4855 and 4950 Venture Parkway.
• Authorized purchase of two bucket trucks for $942,718 from Altec Industries.
• Introduced Ordinance No. 2635, amending Redding Municipal Code Title 7 (Animals) for first reading.
• Authorized mayor flexibility in opening/closing Council meetings per state COVID-19 tier.
• Took no action on campaign finance limits, accepting state recommendations.
• Took no formal action on informational items (Garden of Lights, water supply, short-term rental tax compliance).

Redding Area Bus Authority - Regular Meeting

The Redding Area Bus Authority will consider approving a Purchase and Sale Agreement with Waste Management to acquire property at 2500 Ellis Street for $250,000, and authorize staff to petition the City of Redding to abandon adjacent Mark Street right-of-way for parcel merger. The board will also accept routine financial and operational reports, approve minutes, and hear an oral presentation on North Bay Transit. Consent calendar items include purchasing six paratransit vans and adopting a resolution for Low Carbon Transit Operations Program allocations.

• Purchase and Sale Agreement with Waste Management for 2500 Ellis Street, $250,000
• Purchase of six paratransit vans at approx. $100,000 each
• Adopt resolution for Low Carbon Transit Operations Program allocations
• Letter of support for Shasta Regional Transportation Agency's grant application
• Accept cash reports and accounts payable registers for Oct-Dec 2020

The Redding Area Bus Authority approved a purchase and sale agreement with Waste Management to acquire property at 2500 Ellis Street for $250,000, and authorized staff to petition the City of Redding to abandon the adjacent Mark Street right-of-way for parcel merger. The board also approved the consent calendar, which included authorizing the purchase of six paratransit vans and declaring six surplus vans for sale, adopting Resolution RABA 2021-001 for Low Carbon Transit Operations Program allocations, and accepting financial and ridership reports. A letter of support for a Sustainable Transportation Planning grant application was approved with one dissenting vote.

• Approved $250,000 purchase of 2500 Ellis Street from Waste Management (unanimous)
• Authorized purchase of six paratransit vans (~$100,000 each) and sale of six surplus vans
• Adopted Resolution RABA 2021-001 delegating authority for Low Carbon Transit Operations Program allocations
• Approved letter of support for Shasta Regional Transportation Agency's grant application (8-1, Gallagher opposed)
• Accepted October, November, December 2020 cash reports and accounts payable registers
• Accepted Treasurer's Reports for December 2020 and January 2021
• Accepted System Reports with ridership trends for December 2020 and January 2021
• Authorized staff to certify RABA Agency Safety Plan (Version 1) for FY 2020-21

Redding Municipal Library Board - Regular Meeting

The Redding Housing Authority will hold a public hearing and consider adopting a resolution to submit its Streamlined Annual Public Housing Authority Plan for Fiscal Year 2021. The board will also vote on routine consent items, including approving prior meeting minutes and accepting cash reports for December 2020 and January 2021.

• Public hearing and vote on Streamlined Annual PHA Plan for FY 2021
• Approve minutes of January 25, 2021 regular meeting
• Accept cash report, housing assistance register, and expenditures for December 2020
• Accept cash report, housing assistance register, and expenditures for January 2021

The Redding Housing Authority approved its consent calendar, including meeting minutes and financial reports, and adopted Resolution No. RHA 2021-001 to submit its Streamlined Annual Public Housing Authority Plan for Fiscal Year 2021 to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development. All votes were unanimous, with no opposition or abstentions.

• Approved minutes of the January 25, 2021 regular meeting.
• Accepted December 2020 cash report ($1,980,009.17), Housing Assistance Register No. 6 ($712,882.43), and staff authorized expenditures ($86,341.46).
• Accepted January 2021 cash report ($2,025,813.09), Housing Assistance Register No. 7 ($701,093.03), and staff authorized expenditures ($101,306.40).
• Adopted Resolution No. RHA 2021-001 approving submission of the FY2021 Streamlined Annual PHA Plan to HUD and authorizing the Chair to execute Certificates of Compliance.

Redding Housing Authority - Regular Meeting

The Redding Housing Authority will hold a public hearing to consider adopting a resolution to submit its Streamlined Annual Public Housing Authority Plan for Fiscal Year 2021, and authorize the Chair to execute Certificates of Compliance. The board will also approve minutes from the January 25, 2021 meeting and accept cash reports, housing assistance registers, and staff authorized expenditures for December 2020 and January 2021.

• Public hearing on Streamlined Annual PHA Plan for FY2021
• Approve minutes of January 25, 2021 regular meeting
• Accept cash report, housing assistance register, and expenditures for December 2020
• Accept cash report, housing assistance register, and expenditures for January 2021

The Redding Housing Authority approved the consent calendar, including minutes and financial reports, and adopted Resolution No. RHA 2021-001 to submit its Streamlined Annual Public Housing Authority Plan for Fiscal Year 2021 to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development. The public hearing was opened and closed with no speakers, and the resolution passed unanimously.

• Approved minutes of the January 25, 2021 regular meeting.
• Accepted December 2020 cash report ($1,980,009.17), housing assistance register ($712,882.43), and staff authorized expenditures ($86,341.46).
• Accepted January 2021 cash report ($2,025,813.09), housing assistance register ($701,093.03), and staff authorized expenditures ($101,306.40).
• Adopted Resolution No. RHA 2021-001 approving submission of the PHA plan to HUD and authorizing the Chair to execute Certificates of Compliance.

Community Services Advisory Commission - Regular Meeting

The Community Services Advisory Commission is holding a special meeting to receive reports on parks maintenance, recreation activities, and action plan status for February 2021. They will also hear presentations on the Hearts in the Park event, park updates, park fund balances, a Convention and Visitors Bureau request for proposal, and a Caldwell Park update. The meeting includes public comment and a consent calendar for routine items.

• Parks Maintenance Activity Report for February 2021
• Recreation Activity Report for February 2021
• Presentation on Hearts in the Park event
• Presentation on Park Fund Balances and Cash Flow
• Caldwell Park Update

The Community Services Advisory Commission approved the consent calendar and the Park Fund Balances and Cash Flow Report. Presentations covered park updates, the Hearts in the Park event, and the CVB RFP process. No public comments were made.

• Approved consent calendar including February minutes and reports (4-0)
• Accepted Park Fund Balances and Cash Flow Report (4-0)

Community Services Advisory Commission - Special Meeting

The Community Services Advisory Commission is holding a special meeting to receive reports on parks maintenance, recreation activities, and action plan status for February 2021. Presentations will cover Hearts in the Park, parks updates, park fund balances, a Convention and Visitors Bureau RFP update, and Caldwell Park. The meeting is largely informational, with consent calendar items and staff reports.

• Parks Maintenance Activity Report for February 2021, including repairs at South City Park, Benton Dog Park, Sundial Bridge, and Clover Creek Preserve
• Recreation Activity Report for February 2021, including new pickleball courts, cross country series, and Farm Camp partnerships
• Panorama Park Project: final application to be submitted March 12 requesting $8.5 million for a new park on Lake Blvd
• Presentation on Park Fund Balances and Cash Flow by Angie Lidster
• Convention and Visitors Bureau Request for Proposal Update

The Community Services Advisory Commission approved the consent calendar and accepted the Park Fund Balances and Cash Flow Report. They also received updates on the Hearts in the Park event, Parks Division operations, the Convention and Visitors Bureau RFP process, and various park and trail projects.

• Approved the consent calendar including February minutes and reports.
• Accepted the Park Fund Balances and Cash Flow Report.
• Heard presentation on Hearts in the Park event.
• Heard Parks Division update, including staffing and operations.
• Heard update on CVB RFP, narrowed to five finalists.
• Heard Caldwell Park update, including skate park and exercise equipment plans.
• Heard project updates on Big League Dreams, sand volleyball courts, and other projects.

Shasta Public Library Citizens Advisory Committee - Special Meeting

The Shasta Public Libraries Citizens Advisory Committee is holding a special meeting via Zoom to receive reports from the Library Director, Marketing, and Community Services Director, along with updates from the Friends of Libraries and Shasta Library Foundation. The agenda includes approval of the January 14, 2021 minutes and public comment. The meeting is largely informational, with no major decisions or public hearings scheduled.

• Approval of minutes from January 14, 2021 meeting
• Library Director's Report and Statistics for December 2020 and January 2021
• Marketing Report for December 2020 and January 2021
• Community Services Director's Report
• Reports from Friends of Libraries and Shasta Library Foundation

The Shasta Public Libraries Citizens Advisory Committee approved the minutes from its January 14, 2021 meeting. Library Director Rochelle Carr reported on COVID-19 impacts, including low attendance and increased online programming, and noted the Burney Library's temporary closure due to snow. The committee also heard updates on marketing, a fine-free proposal discussion, and reports from Friends groups and the Library Foundation.

• Approved the minutes of the January 14, 2021 meeting.
• Heard the December 2020 and January 2021 Library Director's Report, including COVID-19 impacts and programming changes.
• Heard the December 2020 and January 2021 Marketing Report, noting increased views from posting storytimes on Facebook and Instagram.
• Discussed the Fine-Free Proposal with city and county officials, with no action taken.
• Received reports from Friends of the Intermountain Library, Friends of the Shasta Public Libraries, and the Shasta Library Foundation.

Shasta Public Library Citizens Advisory Committee - Regular Meeting

The Shasta Public Libraries Citizens Advisory Committee is holding a special meeting via Zoom to receive reports on library activities, statistics, and marketing for December 2020 and January 2021, along with updates from the Community Services Director and library support groups. The agenda is largely informational, with no major decisions or public hearings scheduled.

• Approval of minutes from January 14, 2021 meeting
• Library Director's Report and Statistics for December 2020 and January 2021
• Marketing Report for December 2020 and January 2021
• Community Services Director's Report
• Reports from Friends of Libraries and Shasta Library Foundation

The Shasta Public Libraries Citizens Advisory Committee met by teleconference and approved the minutes from its January 14, 2021 meeting. The committee received reports from the Library Director, Marketing Coordinator, and Community Services Director, covering topics such as COVID-19 impacts, online programming, and a fine-free proposal. No public comments were made, and no other formal decisions were taken.

• Approved the minutes of the January 14, 2021 meeting.
• Heard the Library Director's report on COVID-19 impacts and programming adjustments.
• Heard the Marketing Coordinator's report on social media engagement.
• Heard the Community Services Director's report on a fine-free proposal discussion.
• Heard reports from Friends of the Library groups and the Shasta Library Foundation.

Redding City Council - Regular Meeting

The Redding City Council will consider a successor labor agreement with the Redding Peace Officers Association, continue its COVID-19 response with additional CARES program funding, and act on a consent calendar of routine items including grants, easements, and budget amendments.

• Adopt resolution approving RPOA MOU and wage rates through Sept 30, 2023
• Approve $3,000,000 additional appropriation to CARES program for COVID-19 relief
• Accept $38,600 state grant for youth boating and water safety programs
• Approve $2,138,000 for West Street Area School Safety Improvement Project and $402,500 for Sharon Avenue Bridge project
• Authorize sole-source purchase of BMW motorcycle for police at $31,765.11

The Redding City Council approved a $3 million addition to the CARES program for utility bill assistance and modified its income guidelines to match federal standards. It also adopted a new two-and-a-half-year labor contract with the Redding Peace Officers Association, which passed 4-1. The council approved the entire consent calendar, which included accepting $8.75 million in payments, a park fee agreement, and grants for youth boating, park exercise equipment, and airport relief.

• Approved $3,000,000 in additional funds for the CARES utility assistance program and modified its income guidelines.
• Adopted a new Memorandum of Understanding with the Redding Peace Officers Association for a term ending September 30, 2023 (4-1 vote).
• Approved the consent calendar, including $8,752,432.33 in accounts payable and payroll registers.
• Adopted Ordinance No. 2634 for a park impact fee credit agreement for Shastina Ranch Neighborhood Park.
• Authorized a letter opposing Senate Bill 9, which would limit local control over housing development.
• Accepted a $38,600 state grant for youth boating and water safety programs.
• Authorized a $25,000 grant application and $112,467.50 purchase for exercise equipment in Caldwell Park.
• Authorized the purchase of a BMW police motorcycle for $31,765.11.

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 City of Redding v. Shree Shiva, LLC, and confer with its labor negotiator regarding employee organizations for police managers and fire management. No public action is expected, and the agenda is otherwise procedural.

• Closed session on existing litigation: City of Redding v. Shree Shiva, LLC, Shasta County Superior Court Case No. 183558
• Closed session on labor negotiations with Redding Police Managers' Association and United Public Employees of California–Redding Fire Management Unit

The Redding City Council met in a special closed session on March 2, 2021, to discuss existing litigation and labor negotiations. Per state law, the council took no reportable action on either item. The meeting was adjourned at 5:47 p.m.

• Held closed session on existing litigation (City of Redding v. Shree Shiva, LLC) — no reportable action
• Held closed session on labor negotiations with police managers and fire management units — no reportable action

Redding Planning Commission - Regular Meeting

The Redding City Council is holding a special meeting that consists entirely of closed-session items. The council will discuss existing litigation in the case City of Redding v. Shree Shiva, LLC, et al. (Shasta County Superior Court Case No. 183558) and confer with its labor negotiator regarding employee organizations representing police managers and fire management. No public action is scheduled; any reportable action will be announced after the closed session.

• Closed session on existing litigation: City of Redding v. Shree Shiva, LLC, et al., Case No. 183558
• Closed session on labor negotiations with Redding Police Managers' Association
• Closed session on labor negotiations with United Public Employees of California–Redding Fire Management Unit
• Public comment limited to in-person speakers due to COVID-19 protocols
• Meeting is special, with only the attached agenda items to be transacted

The Redding City Council met in a special closed session to discuss existing litigation and labor negotiations. No reportable action was taken on either item, and the meeting adjourned shortly after.

• Held closed session on litigation (City of Redding v. Shree Shiva, LLC) - no reportable action
• Held closed session on labor negotiations with police and fire management - no reportable action

Board of Administrative Review - Regular Meeting

The Board of Administrative Review will hold a public hearing to consider approving a site development permit for a truck sales and repair facility at 4832 and 4882 Mountain Lakes Boulevard. The board will also consider a separate application for a single-family residence at 4060 Easter Avenue, but will continue that item to a later date. The meeting is conducted via teleconference due to COVID-19.

• Public hearing on Site Development Permit SDP-2020-01551 for a 19,600 sq ft truck sales and repair facility with future expansions, at 4832 and 4882 Mountain Lakes Boulevard
• Recommendation to approve the permit with conditions, including parcel merger and 20-foot front-yard setback
• Public hearing on Site Development Permit SDP-2020-01834 for a single-family residence at 4060 Easter Avenue, to be continued to a date uncertain
• Public comment period for non-agendized matters (no action allowed per Brown Act)

The Board of Administrative Review approved a site development permit for a truck sales and repair facility at 4832 and 4882 Mountain Lakes Boulevard, finding it categorically exempt from CEQA. The board also continued a permit application for a single-family residence at 4060 Easter Avenue to a date uncertain to allow for development of alternatives. Both actions were unanimous.

• Approved Site Development Permit SDP-2020-01551 for truck facility (3-0)
• Continued Site Development Permit SDP-2020-01834 for residence to date uncertain (3-0)

Administrative Hearings Board - Regular Meeting

The Administrative Hearings Board will conduct public hearings on two appeals of administrative citations for code enforcement violations. The board will decide whether to affirm, reduce, or dismiss the fines based on testimony and evidence presented.

• Appeal by Leesa Keochaleune for 6465 Creekside Street: staff recommends dismissing citation C-2447, reducing C-2879 to $2,000 and C-2900 to $1,500, and affirming C-2474 as cited
• Appeal by Ron Larsen for 2422 Castlewood Drive: staff recommends affirming citation C-2543 for the amount cited
• Violations at 6465 Creekside include unsurfaced parking, recreational vehicle storage in front setback, and outdoor cannabis cultivation
• Public comment allowed for non-agendized items within board jurisdiction

The Redding Administrative Hearings Board continued a code enforcement appeal for 6465 Creekside Street to March 17, 2021, after the appellant requested a continuance. The board also adopted a proposed settlement order for the appeal at 2422 Castlewood Drive, with modifications to cite specific Redding Municipal Code sections. Chair Kelly Kafel recused herself from the Castlewood item.

• Continued 6465 Creekside Street appeal to March 17, 2021 (3-0)
• Adopted proposed Administrative Hearing Order for 2422 Castlewood Drive (2-0, Kafel recused)

Community Development Advisory Committee - Special

The Community Development Advisory Committee will meet to appoint a chair and vice-chair, approve minutes, adopt the schedule for the 2021-22 Community Development Block Grant process, and receive an information-only update on 2020-21 activities and 2021-22 funding availability. The meeting is a special teleconference via Zoom.

• Adopt schedule of events for Program Year 2021 CDBG process
• Appoint Chairperson and Vice-Chairperson for one-year term
• Status of 2020-21 CDBG activities: $114,093 allocated, $45,342 expended (40%)
• Public service funding: Faithworks $25,000, NVCSS $20,000, One SAFE Place $25,000, Youth Violence Prevention $25,000, Shasta County Child Abuse Prevention $19,093
• 2021-22 CDBG applications due Feb 5; City Council hearing June 15

Redding City Council - Regular Meeting

The Council will consider creating a new Neighborhood Police Unit and several budget amendments. Discussion includes housing, transportation, and utility financial reports.

• Allocation of up to $16,660,145.58 for HCD CDBG Disaster Recovery Multi-Family Housing Program
• Transfer of $400,000 in Per Capita Funds from Shasta County for park and open space projects
• Award of $5,661,872.05 to Tullis Inc. for Girvan Road Railroad Crossing and South Redding Bikeway projects
• Proposed creation of a Neighborhood Police Unit with four new officers
• Public hearing regarding Shastina Ranch Park development and impact fees

The Redding City Council approved a consent calendar that included awarding a $5.66 million bid for the Girvan Road Railroad Crossing Improvements and South Redding Bikeway and Pedestrian Trail Projects, along with related funding and contract amendments. The council also approved a $200,000 budget amendment to add four new Neighborhood Police Unit officers, and adopted resolutions for new housing and transportation positions. All votes were unanimous except for the NPU item, which passed 4-1.

• Awarded $5,661,872.05 bid to Tullis Inc. for Girvan Road Railroad Crossing and bikeway/trail projects (unanimous)
• Approved $200,000 to add four new Neighborhood Police Unit officers (4-1, Mezzano opposed)
• Adopted Resolution 2021-026 adding two Housing Specialist I and one Housing Technician positions (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 2021-027 adding one Transportation Planner position (unanimous)
• Approved Amended Park Impact Fee Credit Agreement with S&J Development for Shastina Ranch park (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 2021-028 for Mid-Year Budget Review adjustments (4-0, Mayor Resner absent)
• Accepted Redding Electric Utility quarterly financial report (unanimous)
• Assigned Mayor Resner and Vice Mayor Schneider to ad hoc committee for Civic Auditorium lease (unanimous)

Redding City Council - Special Meeting - Closed Session

The Redding City Council met in a special closed session on February 16, 2021, to discuss real property negotiations, existing litigation, and labor negotiations. No reportable actions were taken on any of the four closed session items, and the meeting adjourned without any public comment or substantive decisions.

• No reportable action on real property negotiation for Stillwater Business Park Lot 4
• No reportable action on litigation Johnson v. City of Redding
• No reportable action on litigation Van Wormer v. City of Redding
• No reportable action on labor negotiations with Redding Peace Officers' Association and UPEC-Redding Fire Management Unit

Redding Municipal Library Board - Regular Meeting

The Redding City Council met in special session on February 16, 2021, and immediately adjourned to closed session to discuss real property negotiations, existing litigation, and labor negotiations. After reconvening, the council reported no reportable actions on any of the closed session items. The meeting adjourned at 6:05 p.m. with no public comments or substantive decisions made.

• No reportable action on real property negotiation for Stillwater Business Park Lot 4
• No reportable action on litigation Johnson v. City of Redding
• No reportable action on litigation Van Wormer v. City of Redding
• No reportable action on labor negotiations with police and fire management unions

Community Services Advisory Commission - Special Meeting

The commission voted to recommend rent abatement for Advance Redding, the Civic Auditorium tenant, with the amount to be set by the City Council. They also approved a project list for Prop 68 park bond funding, including playground replacements and other park improvements. Additionally, they approved the use of $40,000 in Park Development Funds for new volleyball courts at Lake Redding Park.

• Recommended rent abatement for Civic Auditorium tenant, amount set by City Council (5-0)
• Appointed Commissioners Divine and Lewis to committee for new lease agreement (5-0)
• Approved $40,000 for volleyball courts at Lake Redding Park (5-0)
• Approved Prop 68 project list for park improvements (4-0)
• Appointed DeMallie as Chairperson and Jones as Vice-Chairperson (5-0)
• Approved consent calendar (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 existing litigation, labor negotiations with two employee organizations, and the potential sale of property at Stillwater Business Park. No public action is expected, though any reportable action will be announced after the closed session.

• Closed session on existing litigation: Warden v. Moore, et al., U.S. District Court Case No. 2:19-CV-00431-MCE-AC
• Closed session on labor negotiations with Redding Peace Officers' Association and United Public Employees of California–Redding Fire Management Unit
• Closed session on real property negotiation for Stillwater Business Park, Lot 2 (APN 054-830-003) with Advanced Automotive; price and terms under negotiation

The Redding City Council met in a special closed session on February 2, 2021, to discuss existing litigation, labor negotiations, and real property negotiations. No reportable actions were taken on any of the three closed session items, and the meeting adjourned without substantive public decisions.

• No reportable action on litigation item Warden v. Moore (closed session)
• No reportable action on labor negotiations with police and fire unions (closed session)
• No reportable action on real property negotiation for Stillwater Business Park Lot 2 (closed session)

Redding City Council - Regular Meeting

The Redding City Council will vote on consent items including a $499,000 contract award for the Redding Aquatic Center Activity Pool Improvements Project and a $950,000 construction management agreement for the Girvan Road Railroad Crossing and South Redding Bikeway and Pedestrian Trail Project. The regular calendar includes an update on the Covid-19 Economic Response Plan and a resolution to add two Development Services positions. Public comment is limited due to Covid-19 protocols.

• Award $499,000 to Waterworks Industries for Redding Aquatic Center Activity Pool Improvements, plus $150,000 admin/inspection, $45,000 development, $125,000 contingency
• Authorize $950,000 construction management agreement with GHD for Girvan Road Railroad Crossing and South Redding Bikeway and Pedestrian Trail Project
• Adopt Ordinance No. 2632 rezoning Hild Collision Center and Second Baptist Church properties (1.80 acres at 2559 Oxford Road, 1561/1571 E Cypress Ave, 2562 Bunker St)
• Approve sale of three surplus police vehicles to Butte College at $500 each ($1,500 total)
• Appropriate $75,570 for new Building Inspector and Development Services Supervisor positions

The Redding City Council unanimously approved the consent calendar, which included adopting two ordinances: one rezoning the Hild Collision Center and Second Baptist Church properties, and another amending administrative citation procedures. The council also approved a $75,570 budget amendment for two new Development Services positions, and took no formal action on informational items about the economic response to COVID-19 and a California Conservation Corps presentation.

• Adopted Ordinance No. 2632 rezoning Hild Collision Center and Second Baptist Church properties (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 2633 amending administrative citation and abatement procedures (unanimous)
• Approved $5,221,989.54 in accounts payable and payroll registers (unanimous)
• Accepted Treasurer's Report and Proof of Cash for December 2020 (unanimous)
• Determined local emergency conditions continue due to COVID-19 (unanimous)
• Approved sale of three surplus police vehicles to Butte College for $1,500 total (unanimous)
• Awarded $499,000 bid for Redding Aquatic Center pool improvements, plus $320,000 in additional costs (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2021-017 appropriating $75,570 for two new Development Services positions (unanimous)

Redding Planning Commission - Regular Meeting

This is a special meeting of the Redding City Council held entirely in closed session. The council will discuss existing litigation, labor negotiations with two employee organizations, and the potential sale of a city-owned property. No public action is scheduled; any reportable action will be announced after the closed session.

• Closed session on existing litigation: Warden v. Moore, et al., U.S. District Court Case No. 2:19-CV-00431-MCE-AC
• Closed session on labor negotiations with Redding Peace Officers' Association and United Public Employees of California–Redding Fire Management Unit
• Closed session on real property negotiations for Stillwater Business Park, Lot 2 (APN 054-830-003) with Advanced Automotive; price and terms under negotiation

The Redding City Council met in a special session on February 2, 2021, primarily to discuss closed session items. No reportable actions were taken on any of the three closed session items: existing litigation, labor negotiations, and real property negotiations. The meeting was procedural, with no public comments and no substantive decisions made in open session.

• No reportable action on litigation item Warden v. Moore (closed session)
• No reportable action on labor negotiations with police and fire management units (closed session)
• No reportable action on real property negotiations for Stillwater Business Park Lot 2 (closed session)

Redding Housing Authority - Regular Meeting

The Redding Housing Authority is holding its annual reorganization meeting to appoint a new Chair and Vice Chair, with Vice Mayor Kristen Schreder and Mayor Pro Tempore Mark Mezzano expected to fill those roles per past practice. The board will also consider routine consent items, including approving minutes, accepting cash reports and housing assistance registers for August through November 2020, and accepting the independent auditor's report for the fiscal year ended June 30, 2020.

• Appoint new Chair and Vice Chair to the Housing Authority Board
• Accept cash reports and housing assistance registers for August, September, October, and November 2020
• Accept independent auditor's reports and basic financial statements for year ended June 30, 2020
• Approve minutes of September 21, 2020 regular meeting
• Board member travel reports (information only)

The Redding Housing Authority held a regular meeting on January 25, 2021, and unanimously appointed Commissioner Kristen Schreder as Chair and Commissioner Mark Mezzano as Vice Chair. The board also approved the consent calendar, which included minutes from a prior meeting, cash reports for August through November 2020, and the independent auditor's reports for the fiscal year ended June 30, 2020. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Appointed Kristen Schreder as Chair and Mark Mezzano as Vice Chair (4-0)
• Approved minutes of Special Meeting of September 21, 2020
• Accepted August 2020 Cash Report totaling $1,889,963.40 and related registers
• Accepted September 2020 Cash Report totaling $1,993,467.91 and related registers
• Accepted October 2020 Cash Report totaling $1,996,467.55 and related registers
• Accepted November 2020 Cash Report totaling $1,963,341.08 and related registers
• Accepted Independent Auditor's Reports and Basic Financial Statements for year ended June 30, 2020

Redding Area Bus Authority - Special Annual Meeting

The Redding Area Bus Authority will hold its annual reorganization meeting to appoint a Chair and Vice Chair. The board will also review representative appointments for the Shasta Regional Transportation Agency.

• Annual appointment of RABA Chair and Vice Chair
• Review of representation to the Shasta Regional Transportation Agency Board of Directors
• Approval of September 21 and October 19, 2020 meeting minutes
• Acceptance of August and September 2020 cash reports and accounts payable registers
• Review of Fiscal Year 2019-20 System Performance Review

The Redding Area Bus Authority held a special annual meeting and appointed Erin Resner as Chair and Mike Gallagher as Vice Chair. The board also made appointments to the Shasta Regional Transportation Agency, approved the consent calendar, authorized a letter of support for the North Valley Passenger Rail extension, and accepted the FY 2019-20 System Performance Report. All votes were unanimous among present members, with two members absent.

• Appointed Erin Resner as Chair and Mike Gallagher as Vice Chair (6-0)
• Appointed Mark Mezzano as RABA representative to Shasta Regional Transportation Agency (6-0)
• Appointed Erin Resner as alternate representative to Shasta Regional Transportation Agency (6-0)
• Approved consent calendar including minutes, cash reports, treasurer's reports, and system reports (6-0)
• Authorized letter of support for North Valley Passenger Rail extension to Butte County (4-2)
• Accepted RABA System Performance Report for FY 2019-20 (6-0)

Redding Municipal Library Board - Special Annual Meeting

The Redding Municipal Library Board will hold a special annual meeting to appoint a new president and vice president, approve the 2020 annual report for Shasta Public Libraries, and adopt a resolution modifying three library policies. The meeting is largely routine, with consent items including approval of prior meeting minutes.

• Appoint new President and Vice President of the Library Board
• Approve Shasta Public Libraries 2020 Annual Report
• Adopt resolution modifying Circulation, Meeting Room, and Government Documents policies
• Approve minutes of September 21, 2020 regular meeting

The Redding Municipal Library Board held a special annual meeting and appointed Kristen Schreder as President and Mark Mezzano as Vice President. The board also approved the September 21, 2020 meeting minutes, accepted the Shasta Public Libraries 2020 Annual Report, and adopted Resolution No. 2021-001 modifying three library policies. All votes were unanimous among the three members present, with two members absent.

• Appointed Kristen Schreder as President and Mark Mezzano as Vice President (3-0)
• Approved minutes of September 21, 2020 regular meeting (3-0)
• Accepted Shasta Public Libraries 2020 Annual Report (3-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2021-001 modifying Circulation, Meeting Room, and Internet/Computer Usage Policies (3-0)

Redding Capital Services Corporation - Special Annual Meeting

This is a special annual meeting of the Redding Capital Services Corporation board. The board will ratify the appointments of Mayor Erin Resner as President and Vice Mayor Kristen Schreder as Vice President, and approve the minutes from the January 27, 2020 special annual meeting. The agenda is otherwise procedural, with no substantive policy or financial decisions listed.

• Ratify Mayor Erin Resner as President and Vice Mayor Kristen Schreder as Vice President
• Approve minutes of the Special Annual Meeting of January 27, 2020
• Meeting held at Civic Center Council Chambers, 777 Cypress Avenue, Redding, CA

Redding Joint Powers Financing Authority - Special Annual Meeting

The Redding Joint Powers Financing Authority is holding a special annual meeting to reorganize its board and handle routine business. The only substantive actions are ratifying Mayor Erin Resner as Chair and Vice Mayor Kristen Schreder as Vice Chair, and approving the minutes from the October 20, 2020 regular meeting. No other business is on the agenda.

• Ratify appointments of Mayor Erin Resner as Chair and Vice Mayor Kristen Schreder as Vice Chair
• Approve minutes of October 20, 2020 regular meeting

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

This special meeting of the City of Redding as Successor Agency to the Redding Redevelopment Agency is mostly procedural. The board will select a chairperson and vice chairperson for one-year terms and approve the minutes from the January 27, 2020 special meeting. No substantive policy or financial decisions are on the agenda.

• Select chairperson and vice chairperson for one-year terms
• Approve minutes of the special meeting of January 27, 2020

The City of Redding as Successor Agency to the Redding Redevelopment Agency held a special meeting and made two decisions. It appointed Kristen Schreder as Chairperson and Mark Mezzano as Vice Chairperson for one-year terms, and approved the minutes from the January 27, 2020 special meeting. Both votes passed unanimously with three ayes and two absences.

• Appointed Kristen Schreder as Chairperson (3-0, 2 absent)
• Appointed Mark Mezzano as Vice Chairperson (3-0, 2 absent)
• Approved minutes of January 27, 2020 special meeting (3-0, 2 absent)

Board of Administrative Review - Regular Meeting

The Redding Administrative Hearings Board will consider an appeal of Administrative Citations C-2827, C-2828, and C-2829 issued for the property at 3000 Bechelli Lane. The Code Enforcement Division recommends the Board affirm the citations, citing significant health, safety, and general welfare issues. The item was previously continued from meetings in October, November, and December 2020, and the Board will review relevant Redding Municipal Code sections and an affidavit from James Alexander.

• Appeal of Administrative Citations C-2827, C-2828, and C-2829 for 3000 Bechelli Lane
• Review of Redding Municipal Code sections 1.13.020, 1.13.030, 1.13.070, and 1.13.210
• Consideration of James Alexander's affidavit dated November 10, 2020
• Recommendation to affirm citations based on health, safety, and general welfare issues
• Item continued from October 21, November 18, and December 16, 2020 meetings

The Redding Administrative Hearings Board voted unanimously to uphold an appeal by Stanley Nielsen, dismissing Administrative Citation C-2827, and to deny appeals by James Alexander and Reuben Lima, reducing the fine for each of their citations (C-2828 and C-2829) to $750. The board also approved minutes from four prior meetings, accepted the January 2021 status report, and accepted the 2021 hearing calendar.

• Upheld Nielsen's appeal, dismissing Citation C-2827 (unanimous)
• Denied appeals by Alexander and Lima, reducing fines to $750 each (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from Sept 16, Oct 21, Nov 18, Dec 16, 2020 meetings (unanimous)
• Accepted January 2021 status report for pending orders
• Accepted 2021 Administrative Hearings Board calendar (unanimous)

Administrative Hearings Board - Special Meeting

The Redding Administrative Hearings Board is holding a special meeting to consider an appeal of Administrative Citations C-2827, C-2828, and C-2829 issued for the property at 3000 Bechelli Lane. The Code Enforcement Division recommends the Board affirm the citations, citing significant health, safety, and general welfare issues related to alleged Redding Municipal Code violations. The item was previously continued from October, November, and December 2020 meetings. The Board will review relevant municipal code sections and an affidavit from James Alexander.

• Appeal of Administrative Citations C-2827, C-2828, and C-2829 for 3000 Bechelli Lane
• Code Enforcement recommends affirming the citations for the amounts cited
• Review of Redding Municipal Code sections 1.13.020, 1.13.030, 1.13.070, and 1.13.210
• Consideration of James Alexander's affidavit dated November 10, 2020
• Item continued from prior meetings on October 21, November 18, and December 16, 2020

The Administrative Hearings Board voted to uphold the appeal of Stanley Nielsen, dismissing Administrative Citation C-2827, and denied appeals from James Alexander and Reuben Lima, reducing fines on C-2828 and C-2829 to $750 each. The board also approved minutes from four prior meetings, accepted the January 2021 status report, and accepted the 2021 meeting calendar.

• Upheld Nielsen's appeal, dismissed citation C-2827 (unanimous)
• Denied Alexander's appeal, reduced fine to $750 (unanimous)
• Denied Lima's appeal, reduced fine to $750 (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from Sept 16, Oct 21, Nov 18, Dec 16, 2020 meetings (unanimous)
• Accepted January 2021 status report for pending orders
• Accepted 2021 Administrative Hearings Board calendar (unanimous)

Redding City Council - Special Meeting - Closed Session

This is a special meeting of the Redding City Council, held in closed session to discuss labor negotiations with two employee organizations: the Redding Peace Officers' Association and the United Public Employees of California–Redding Fire Management Unit. The agenda contains only this closed-session item, plus procedural items like call to order and adjournment. No public action is 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: Assistant City Manager/Personnel Director DeMaagd
• Employee organizations: Redding Peace Officers' Association and United Public Employees of California–Redding Fire Management Unit
• Public comment limited due to COVID-19; speakers must check in at 5:00 p.m. and are admitted in groups of four

The Redding City Council met in a special closed session to discuss labor negotiations with two employee organizations. No reportable action was taken, and the meeting adjourned shortly after reconvening in open session.

• Held closed session on labor negotiations with Redding Peace Officers Association and United Public Employees of California – Redding Fire Management Unit (no reportable action)

Redding City Council - Regular Meeting

The Redding City Council approved a site development permit, General Plan amendment, and rezoning for properties at 1611 East Cypress Avenue and 2583 Oxford Road, changing the designation from Residential Multiple Family to General Commercial. The council also approved a consent calendar including budget amendments, contracts, and resolutions, and made appointments to city boards. All votes were unanimous among the four present members, with Council Member Mezzano absent.

• Approved Site Development Permit, General Plan Amendment, and Rezoning for 1611 East Cypress Ave and 2583 Oxford Rd (4-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2021-007 amending General Plan designation to General Commercial (4-0)
• Offered Ordinance 2632 for first reading, rezoning 1.80 acres to General Commercial (4-0)
• Approved consent calendar including $30.47M in accounts payable/payroll registers (4-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2021-001 designating City Manager as authorized agent for disaster funding (4-0)
• Approved Change Order 41 with Siemens for Generating Unit 5 upgrade at $393,590 (4-0)
• Approved sale of surplus property at 4710/4950 Shasta View Dr to Brady Jones for $145,000 (3-0, Dacquisto recused)
• Adopted Resolutions 2021-011/012 renaming open spaces and prohibiting bicycles at Henderson Open Space (4-0)

Redding Municipal Library Board - Regular Meeting

The Redding City Council is holding a special meeting that consists solely of a closed session to discuss labor negotiations with two employee organizations: the Redding Peace Officers' Association and the United Public Employees of California–Redding Fire Management Unit. No other business is on the agenda. The meeting is procedural and limited to this confidential discussion.

• Closed session under California Government Code Section 54957.6 for labor negotiations
• Negotiations with Redding Peace Officers' Association
• Negotiations with United Public Employees of California–Redding Fire Management Unit
• Designated negotiator: Assistant City Manager/Personnel Director DeMaagd

Shasta Public Library Citizens Advisory Committee - Special Meeting

The Shasta Public Libraries Citizens Advisory Committee is holding a special meeting to consider a proposal to eliminate all overdue fines on children's and young adult materials, which would be recommended to the Redding Municipal Library Board. The committee will also review the 2020 annual report, the November 2020 library director's report and statistics, and the November 2020 marketing report. The meeting is being held via Zoom teleconference.

• Consideration of eliminating overdue fines on children's and young adult materials; revenue loss estimated at less than 1% of annual operating budget
• Review of the 2020 Annual Report
• November 2020 Library Director's Report and Statistics
• November 2020 Marketing Report
• Approval of minutes from December 2, 2020 meeting

The Shasta Public Libraries Citizens Advisory Committee voted to recommend that the Municipal Library Board eliminate all overdue fines on juvenile and young adult materials, retroactively remove existing fees, raise the account block cap from $5 to $20, and implement two auto-renewals for books without holds. The committee also recommended approving the 2020 Annual Report and approved the minutes from the December 2, 2020 meeting. All motions passed unanimously with Joe Shipman absent.

• Approved minutes of December 2, 2020 meeting (4-0)
• Recommended raising fine block cap from $5 to $20 (4-0)
• Recommended eliminating overdue fines for juvenile and young adult materials, retroactively removing fees, and implementing two auto-renewals (4-0)
• Recommended accepting the 2020 Annual Report (4-0)

Community Services Advisory Commission - Regular Meeting

The Shasta Public Libraries Citizens Advisory Committee will consider a proposal to eliminate overdue fines on children's and young adult materials, along with updates to the Circulation Policy. The committee will also review the 2020 Annual Report, the November 2020 Library Director's Report and statistics, and the November 2020 Marketing Report. This is a special meeting held via Zoom teleconference.

• Proposal to eliminate all overdue fines on children's and young adult materials
• Review of Circulation Policy and modifications to library fines
• Consideration of the 2020 Annual Report
• November 2020 Library Director's Report and Statistics
• November 2020 Marketing Report

The Shasta Public Libraries Citizens Advisory Committee voted to recommend that the Municipal Library Board eliminate all overdue fines on juvenile and young adult materials, retroactively remove existing fees, raise the account block cap from $5 to $20, and implement two auto-renewals for books without holds. The committee also recommended approving a change to the Circulation Policy to raise the fine cap to $20, and recommended accepting the 2020 Annual Report. All motions passed unanimously with one member absent.

• Recommended eliminating all overdue fines on juvenile and young adult materials, retroactively removing fees, raising block cap to $20, and implementing two auto-renewals (4-0)
• Recommended approving Circulation Policy change to raise fine cap from $5 to $20 (4-0)
• Recommended accepting the 2020 Annual Report (4-0)
• Approved minutes of December 2, 2020 meeting (4-0)

Board of Administrative Review - Regular Meeting

The Board of Administrative Review will hold a public hearing to consider a Site Development Permit for a proposed convenience gas mart, lease space, and fuel pumps at 3350 Oasis Road. Staff recommends approval, finding the project exempt from CEQA. The board may approve, approve with modifications, or deny the application.

• Site Development Permit SDP-2020-00781 for a 1,995-sq-ft gas mart, 1,205-sq-ft lease space, and 4 fuel pumps at 3350 Oasis Road
• Project includes street improvements: curb/gutter/sidewalk on Oasis Road, restriping for bike lanes, and traffic signal modifications
• CEQA categorical exemption under Section 15303 (New Construction of Small Structures)
• Conditions include 6-foot block wall and landscaping buffers along residential boundaries
• Public hearing with remote participation via Zoom due to COVID-19

The Board of Administrative Review unanimously approved Site Development Permit SDP-2020-00781 for a 1,995-square-foot convenience gas mart, an attached 1,205-square-foot lease space, and four fuel pump stations with an overhead canopy at 3350 Oasis Road. The project was found categorically exempt from CEQA, and approval was subject to the draft conditions. Two neighboring property owners commented, one raising neighborhood concerns and both requesting copies of the permit if approved.

• Approved Site Development Permit SDP-2020-00781 for gas mart at 3350 Oasis Road (3-0)
• Found project categorically exempt from CEQA

Redding City Council - Regular Meeting

The Redding Board of Administrative Review will hold a public hearing to decide whether to approve a site development permit for a convenience gas mart, attached lease space, and four fuel pump stations on a vacant 1.31-acre parcel at 3350 Oasis Road. Staff recommends approval, finding the project exempt from CEQA and consistent with zoning and design standards. The meeting will be conducted remotely via Zoom due to COVID-19.

• Site Development Permit SDP-2020-00781 for a 1,995 sq ft gas mart, 1,205 sq ft lease space, and 4 fuel pumps at 3350 Oasis Road
• Project includes street improvements: curb/gutter/sidewalk on Oasis Road, restriping for turn lanes and bike lanes, and traffic signal modifications
• Buffer wall and landscaping required along north and east property lines to screen adjacent residential uses
• Public hearing via Zoom teleconference; comments due by 4:00 p.m. on December 31, 2020

The Board of Administrative Review approved Site Development Permit SDP-2020-00781 for a 1,995-square-foot convenience gas mart, an attached 1,205-square-foot lease space, and four fuel pump stations with an overhead canopy at 3350 Oasis Road. The project was found categorically exempt from CEQA, and the board determined the necessary findings for approval were in evidence. The motion carried unanimously (3-0).

• Approved Site Development Permit SDP-2020-00781 for a gas mart and fuel station at 3350 Oasis Road (3-0)
• Determined the project is categorically exempt from CEQA

City of Redding Audit Committee - Special Meeting

The Redding Audit Committee is meeting to review the city's Comprehensive Annual Financial Report for fiscal year 2020, hear the independent auditor's presentation, and consider related audit documents. They will also decide whether to recommend extending the audit services contract with The Pun Group, LLP for two additional years. The meeting is held remotely due to COVID-19 restrictions.

• Accept Comprehensive Annual Financial Report for fiscal year ended June 30, 2020
• Consider SAS 114 Letter and preliminary draft Single Audit Reports
• Recommend extending Audit Services Contract with The Pun Group, LLP (C-6918) to June 30, 2022
• Authorize report to City Council on independent auditors' findings
• Approve minutes from January 6, 2020 special meeting

The Redding Audit Committee unanimously accepted the Comprehensive Annual Financial Report (CAFR) for fiscal year ended June 30, 2020, and accepted the independent auditor's oral presentation and the AU-C 260 letter with preliminary Single Audit Reports. It also voted to present a staff report to the City Council and recommend extending the audit services contract for two additional one-year terms. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved minutes of January 6, 2020 special meeting (unanimous)
• Accepted CAFR for fiscal year ended June 30, 2020 (unanimous)
• Accepted oral presentation by The Pun Group CPAs (unanimous)
• Accepted AU-C 260 letter and preliminary Single Audit Reports (unanimous)
• Approved presenting staff report to City Council at next meeting (unanimous)
• Recommended extending audit services contract for two additional one-year terms (unanimous)
• Authorized staff to schedule future meeting dates as needed (unanimous)