WEED
CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING
JULY
27, 2000
The
City Council of the City of Weed held a regular special meeting on Thursday,
July 27, 2000, at 6:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers at City Hall.
Mayor
Neva Barnett called the meeting to order and led recitation of the Pledge of
Allegiance. Present, in addition to
Mayor Barnett, were Council Members Amelia “Mel” Borcalli, Brian Ramsey, and
Vince Tallerico. Also present were City
Administrator Earl Wilson, City Attorney Allen King, Finance Director M. Kelly
McKinnis, Police Chief Martin Nicholas, Public Works Director Craig Sharp, and
City Clerk Deborah Salvestrin.
Council
Member Tallerico moved to excuse the absence of Council Member Joel
Obuchon. Council Member Ramsey seconded
the motion.
AYES: Council Members Barnett, Borcalli,
Ramsey, and Tallerico
NOES: None
ABSENT: Council Member Obuchon
ANNOUNCEMENTS,
RECOGNITIONS
A. Weed Parks and Recreation District: Consideration of a Resolution Of The City Council Of
The City Of Weed Recognizing The Weed Park And Recreation District On The
Occasion Of Its 50th Anniversary
Mayor
Barnett read Resolution No. 13-2000 in full, and moved adoption, motion
seconded by Council Member Tallerico, said resolution being in the words and
figures following:
RESOLUTION NO. 13-2000
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL
OF THE CITY OF WEED
RECOGNIZING THE
ON THE OCCASION OF ITS 50TH ANNIVERSARY
WHEREAS,
the Weed Park and Recreation District was established on November 21, 1950; and
WHEREAS,
the District has and continues to play an important role offering park and
recreational opportunities to Weed’s citizens; and
WHEREAS,
the activities provided have allowed participants to stay active in pleasurable
ways; and
WHEREAS,
the District’s steady progress is a result of its many accomplishments by the
diligent efforts of the board members and staff;
NOW
THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Weed that the Weed
Park and Recreation District is recognized for its efforts to promote and
provide park and recreational activities; and
FURTHER,
BE IT RESOLVED that the District is hereby congratulated on its 50th
anniversary and wished continued success.
UPON ROLL CALL, THE VOTE WAS:
AYES: Council Members Barnett, Borcalli,
Ramsey, and Tallerico
NOES: None
ABSENT: Council Member Obuchon
Mayor
Barnett read Resolution No. 14-2000 in full and then moved adoption, motion
seconded by Council Member Borcalli, said resolution being in the words and
figures following:
RESOLUTION NO. 14-2000
HONORING
WHEREAS,
Nancy J. Mazzier, known to friends, family, and coworkers as “Nan”, has been an
accounts receivable clerk of the City of Weed since October 14, 1996; and
WHEREAS,
Nancy J. “Nan” Mazzier has announced her retirement effective July 31, 2000;
and
WHEREAS,
Nancy J. “Nan” Mazzier through her employment with the City has modernized many
aspects of accounts receivable including the Community Development Block Grant
loan programs and the City’s utility receivables; and
WHEREAS,
Nancy J. “Nan” Mazzier besides her City employment was previously Weed City
Treasurer for nine years and has provided betterment of the community through
business and property ownership.
NOW
THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Weed that Nancy J.
“Nan” Mazzier is hereby recognized for her five years of service to the City
and past years of community service.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that success and happiness are wished for Nancy J. “Nan” Mazzier as she undertakes a new phase of her life
UPON ROLL CALL, THE VOTE WAS:
AYES: Council Members Barnett, Borcalli,
Ramsey, and Tallerico
NOES: None
ABSENT: Council Member Obuchon
Mayor
Barnett invited comments from the audience on specific agenda items or any item
of interest that is within the Council’s jurisdiction noting that no action
could be taken by the Council except to set the matter for the next regular
Council meeting.
Jim
Gubetta questioned the method of requesting deferral of the payment of sewer
connection fees after the issuance of the building permit. Mr. Gubetta contends that the agreement
should have been prepared prior to the time the building permit was
issued.
Jim
Gubetta, residing on Woodridge Court, asked that the Council place a report on
the next agenda concerning the expenditure of sewer capital funds as matching
monies for development of the truck stop project.
Joyce
Oliver, residing on Old Edgewood Weed Road and representing the Chamber of
Commerce read a letter from the Chamber of Commerce’s Board of Directors
regarding sign ordinance restrictions.
Ms. Oliver’s letter requested the opportunity of the Chamber to work
with the City to develop an ordinance that is suited to Weed’s problems and
needs. The City Council responded that
a workshop would be scheduled on the ordinance once it is presented to
Council.
Marti
Spiegel read a letter responded to a July 12 article in the Weed Press
regarding billboards and the Federal Shasta Volcanic Scenic Byway Interpretive
Plan. Ms. Spiegel’s letter also
questioned a conflict of interest that Candace Dillingham may have as a Forest
Service employee and a Planning Commissioner.
Michael
Feil, owner and resident of the Friendly RV Park, expressed concern about the
trash and litter around the South Weed area.
Mr. Feil suggested the installation of public bathrooms if trucks are
going to be able to park for extended periods of time.
Council
Members asked to have the report of use of sewer funds, Planning Commission
conflict of interest, and South Weed area trash and litter placed on the next
agenda.
Council Member Tallerico reported attendance at the
Siskiyou County Regency Solid Waste Agency meeting and noted that the Black
Butte Landfill will be closed in the next one to two years. Council Member Tallerico indicated this is
of note in that costs for garbage removal will increase.
Council Member Borcalli reported attendance at a
League of California Cities’ Sacramento Valley Division meeting held in Mt.
Shasta. Council Member Borcalli noted
that all cities were asked to pass a resolution against Senate Bill 409
regarding binding arbitration.
Council Member Borcalli also reviewed the status of
the Adopt-a-Street Program, and noted that the City received word of receipt of
a litter reduction grant award in the amount of $5,000.
PUBLIC HEARING(S)
A. California Department of Housing and
Community Development’s Planning and Technical Assistance (PTA) grant in an
amount not to exceed $35,000
Mayor Barnett reviewed the procedures for the
conduct of public hearings, and then declared the present as the time and place
for the scheduled hearing. Mayor
Barnett asked for and received verification that proper notice had been given
in accordance with the law, and then declared the hearing open at 6:32p.m.
Paul Wagner, Executive
Director of Great Northern Corporation, reviewed the City’s history with regard
to application and funding of previous projects, and reminded the Council that
the project selected for application must be eligible activities such as study
of the water system, or study of road improvements both of which will target
lower income households. Mr. Wagner
also reviewed the sums available and the restrictions for planned use.
Mayor Barnett asked for comments and/or questions
in support of the application for the funding.
Jim Gubetta, a resident of Woodridge Court, stated
that all of South Weed is on a six-inch sewer line and suggested the funds be
used to study upgrade of the system to an eight-inch line that will handle
future improvements.
Mayor Barnett asked for comments and/or questions
in opposition to the application for funding.
There were none.
Council Member Tallerico
moved, motion seconded by Council Member Borcalli, to move ahead with
application for Planning and Technical Assistance funding.
AYES: Council Members Barnett, Borcalli,
Ramsey, and Tallerico
NOES: None
ABSENT: Council Member Obuchon
Mayor Barnett declared the
hearing closed at 6:39 p.m.
REGULAR
AGENDA
A. Request for deferral submitted by James
Henry: Council will consider request to
defer building and development fees for up to seven years
City Administrator Wilson
reported receipt of request submitted by Jim Henry to defer the payment of
building and development fees for his project.
Mr. Wilson noted that the City’s Municipal Code provides for
consideration of deferral of sewer connection fees for specific new
businesses.
City Administrator Wilson
stated that with regard to Mr. Gubetta’s question at Public Business from the
Floor, there is provision in the Code that no connection is made prior to
either payment of fees or agreement for deferral. Mr. Wilson noted that although the building permit has been
issued, no connections to the sewer system have yet been made.
City Administrator Wilson
reviewed that a traffic impact fee is required as part of the Mitigation
Monitoring Program but may be paid over time upon a formal agreement.
Council questioned and
discussed the ordinance conditions for deferral, the purpose of collection of
connection fees for future upgrades, and the advantage and/or disadvantage to
the City to defer the fees.
After continued discussion
about the difference in capital construction funds and operating funds, Council
Member Tallerico moved, seconded by Council Member Ramsey, approval to enter
into deferral agreement as the Code provides.
AYES: Council Members Borcalli, Ramsey,
and Tallerico
NOES: Council Member Barnett
ABSENT: Council Member Obuchon
B. Noise:
Consideration of Noise Easement granted to James B. Henry and Denise M.
Henry for the South Weed Truck and Travel Center
City
Administrator Wilson reported that another provision of the aforementioned
Mitigation Monitoring Program for the truck stop project was construction of a
noise barrier or the purchase of a noise easement from the owner of the
adjacent single-family property.
City
Administrator Wilson reported receipt of a Noise Easement that has been signed
by the property owner, and approved by the City’s Attorney.
Council Member
Borcalli moved, seconded by Council Member Tallerico, approval of the Noise
Easement granted by Charles and Mary Jane Freelan to James and Denise
Henry.
AYES: Council Members Barnett, Borcalli,
Ramsey, and Tallerico
NOES: None
ABSENT: Council Member Obuchon
C. Noise:
Consideration of report from City Attorney regarding ordinance to
regulate noise generated by truck “retarder” (or air compression) devices
City Attorney King
recalled that he previously submitted a draft of an ordinance to CalTrans for
review and the response from CalTrans was that when highways are under the
exclusive control of the state transportation authority, local municipalities
do not have authority to enact legislation that impacts traffic without the
permission of the department of transportation.
City Attorney King
suggested that the Council could formally ask to enact the legislation, or make
the statement that the ordinance is an attempt to restrict noise and not impact
traffic.
Jim Gubetta cited three
truck accidents before the perfection of the exhaust brake also known as a
“jake” brake. Mr. Gubetta pointed out
that the system is a federally approved safety device, and that modification of
the system is illegal by statute.
Mayor Barnett moved,
seconded by Council Member Borcalli, to direct the City Attorney to make a
formal request of CalTrans to enact the proposed legislation.
AYES: Council Members Barnett, Borcalli,
and Ramsey
NOES: Council Member Tallerico
ABSENT: Council Member Obuchon
D. Sign Committee: Consideration of update report or recommendation
City Attorney King
reported the Committee has recommended a draft ordinance to the Council, and
suggested the Council schedule a workshop on the ordinance. City Attorney King cautioned the Council on
discussing the ordinance with other Council Members, except in a public
meeting, because two members have participated on the Committee.
Council agreed to meet on
Tuesday, August 01, 2000 at 5:15 p.m.
E. Council meetings: Consideration of request to tape and
subsequently transmit meetings
Mayor Barnett reviewed
George Cavnar’s request to broadcast a tape of a Council meeting, and noted
that the system doesn’t provide option to remotely play the tape, but would
require an on-site operator.
City Administrator Wilson
suggested the tape could be placed on deposit at the local library for a
certain period of time for a loan.
Council Member Borcalli
moved to video the Council meetings and make the tape available at the local
library. Council Member Tallerico
seconded the motion.
AYES: Council Members Barnett, Borcalli,
Ramsey, and Tallerico
NOES: None
ABSENT: Council Member Obuchon
City Administrator Wilson
reported receipt of request from a local recreational vehicle park about
enforcement of existing ordinance related to the overnight parking of
recreational vehicles on public streets.
City Administrator Wilson
explained that the ordinance refers to mobile homes, and the intent at the time
of adoption was to prevent recreational vehicles on private properties from
being used as residential units.
Michael Feil, owner and
operator of Friendly RV Park, came before the Council to ask for help from the
City to have recreational vehicles in approved parks noting that in turn the
City’s General Fund benefits from Transient Occupancy Taxes collected.
Police Chief Nicholas and
stated that the ordinance, written in 1969, leaves a lot of questions. City Attorney King agreed the ordinance
leaves loopholes and should be re-written.
Council questioned parking
restrictions on streets, and Chief Nicholas noted that some areas, such as the
south Weed area, do not have parking time restrictions and the State law of 72
hours would prevail.
Council Member Borcalli
moved, seconded by Council Member Tallerico, that City Administrator Wilson,
Chief Nicholas, and City Attorney King work to draft an ordinance amendment to
restrict recreational vehicle parking on city streets.
Discussion continued
concerning public v. private properties and residential v. commercially zoned
properties. Chris Phillips, owner of
Trailer Lane RV Park, suggested that possibly only signing “No overnight parking
in RV’s” would help solve the problem.
Charles Freelan, a resident of Black Butte Drive, stated that he has
come home late in the evening twice in the last four months to find
recreational vehicles parking across his driveway.
There being no further
discussion, the vote was:
AYES: Council Members Barnett, Borcalli,
Ramsey, and Tallerico
NOES: None
ABSENT: Council Member Obuchon
G. Local
Transportation Funding: Resolution of
the City Council Authorizing 2000/2001 Claim Against the Local Transportation
Fund
City
Administrator Wilson reported that the City is required to annually make claim
to the Local Transportation Commission for its share of the monies that are
collected for street funding. Mr.
Wilson stated that the fund is comprised of 1/4 of 1 percent of the sales tax
that comes into the County, and total due the City this year is $60,745. Mr. Wilson noted that the City’s share for
streets and roads is $32,070, and the balance of $28,675 goes as a subsidy to
the local transportation system.
Council
Member Borcalli moved, seconded by Council Member Tallerico, that the reading
in full of the body of Resolution No. 15-2000 be waived, said resolution being
introduced and adopted by title only.
Ayes: Council Members Barnett, Borcalli, Ramsey, and
Tallerico
Noes: None
Absent: Council Member Obuchon
Council
Member Borcalli read the title of Resolution No. 15-2000 and moved adoption,
seconded by Council Member Tallerico, said resolution being in the words and
figures following:
RESOLUTION
NO.15-2000
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL
AUTHORIZING
2000/2001 CLAIM AGAINST THE LOCAL
TRANSPORTATION FUND
BE IT RESOLVED by the City
Council of the City of Weed that a claim against the Local Transportation Fund
in the amount of $60,745 (sixty thousand seven hundred forty five dollars) for
improvements to streets, roads, and public transit, as shown in the
Transportation claim attached hereto and made a part hereof, be submitted to
the Local Transportation Commission for approval of payment.
UPON ROLL CALL, THE VOTE WAS:
AYES: Council Members Barnett, Borcalli,
Ramsey, and Tallerico
NOES: None
ABSENT: Council Member Obuchon
H. Police Department: Consideration of Agreement with Siskiyou County Sheriff’s
Department to Provide Firearms Training
Mayor Barnett
briefly reviewed the proposal to enter into agreement with Siskiyou County for
firearms training for Weed’s officers at a cost of $269.50 per officer per
year.
Council Member
Borcalli moved, seconded by Council Member Ramsey, approval for the City to
enter into agreement with Siskiyou County for firearms training as
proposed.
AYES: Council Members Barnett, Borcalli,
Ramsey, and Tallerico
NOES: None
ABSENT: Council Member Obuchon
I. League of California Cities’ Annual
Conference: City Council will consider appointment
of voting delegate
Council
briefly discussed the League of California Cities’ annual conference dates and
agreed to continue discussion to the next regular meeting when Council Member
Obuchon can be present.
J. Basemapping Project: Consideration of acceptance of final product
produced with Community Development Block Grant program Planning and Technical
Assistance Funds
City
Administrator Wilson reported the contract requirements for the Base Mapping
Project has been completed. Mr. Wilson
noted the mapping is now in digital form and shows the City’s boundaries,
public facilities, streets, property lines, zoning, and topography. Mr. Wilson reviewed that ENPLAN completed
the contract work financed with Community Development Block Grant Planning and
Technical Assistance monies.
Council
Member Tallerico moved, seconded by Council Member Borcalli, to accept the
Basemapping Project product presented by ENPLAN.
AYES: Council Members Barnett, Borcalli,
Ramsey, and Tallerico
NOES: None
ABSENT: Council Member Obuchon
Council
asked for a status report on the proposal procedure for the City Hall exterior
rehabilitation. Public Works Director
Sharp responded that Building Inspector Smith is on vacation and will return
next week. Mayor Barnett asked that
staff look into the work done on the former Mt. Shasta Printing building in Mt.
Shasta noting that the rehabilitation work there would look great on this
building.
Council
Member Tallerico moved, seconded by Council Member Borcalli, to adjourn.
AYES: Council Members Barnett, Borcalli,
Ramsey, and Tallerico
NOES: None
ABSENT: Council Member Obuchon
MEETING
ADJOURNED SINE DIE AT 7:49 P.M.