posted 08-04-2005 10:16 AM           

1.0 CALL TO ORDER: 7:00 p.m.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: Walt Bailey
ROLL CALL: Council Members Ingram, Swarthout, Williams, Vice Mayor Johnson and Mayor Tassone were present. Also present were Gene Haroldsen, City Administrator, Ruthann Ziegler, City Attorney and Bobbi Poznik-Coover, City Clerk.

2.0 INTRODUCTIONS AND PRESENTATIONS (Limited to 15 minutes)

2.1 Human Resources Manager

Tish Buti, Human Resources, stated that recruitment began for this position following the resignation of Charlie Wilson in April of this year. A large field of applicants was narrowed to eight and two were presented to Council in a closed door session held on June 28th. At the conclusion of that session staff was directed to submit a job offer to Michael Lewis, who accepted the position and is scheduled to begin work on August 1st. He comes to the City with a strong background in Human Resources, especially in the area of labor negotiations. He has worked for large municipalities as well as small private firms and holds a Bachelor’s degree in Social Psychology and has graduate studies in public administration.
Motion by Council Member Ingram, seconded by Council Member Swarthout and unanimously carried to approve appointment and authorize execution of an employment agreement with Michael Lewis.
Michael Lewis thanked the City for the opportunity and for the vote of confidence in his abilities
and stated he is looking forward to becoming part of the community and working with the City.

3.0 ANNOUNCEMENTS, AGENDA REVIEW AND CHANGES

3.1 Community Policing Neighborhood Resource Center – Grand Opening at Ralph’s Supermarket, 867 Sutton Way, Wednesday, July 13th from noon to 2 p.m.

John Foster, Police Chief, stated the opening of this facility is something he has been
looking forward to for some time. The grand opening tomorrow will include MacGruff, the crime dog,
refreshments, ribbon cutting by Mayor Tassone, toys for the kids and it is basically a celebration and recognition of those volunteers who helped to put this together. Without the volunteers this would not have happened. The office is basically to put an officer in the neighborhood of the Glenbrook Basin with office hours of one hour per weekday.

4.0 PUBLIC COMMENT

Jon Blinder, President of the Board for the Center for the Arts, thanked Council for their support of the Center through the years. He invited everyone to participate in the 1st annual Rock and Bowl fundraiser for the Center on Saturday August 20th at Prosperity Lanes. He encouraged teams to form and play against each other. He added that he is hopeful it will be a successful fundraiser. The theme is the 50’s and there will be music, prizes and raffles and it should be a great party. He added that the Center for the Arts brings about $1.5 million of economic impact to the community and there are over thirty non-profit organizations that regularly use the facility as their home base for a variety of events. The Center services thousands of local artists, children, adults, with performing and visual arts occurring on an ongoing basis.
Howard Levine, Executive Director of the Grass Valley Downtown Association (GVDA), thanked City staff that helped to make the 4th of July weekend such an incredible time. This 4th of July was without incident and the parade was wonderful. He reminded everyone that the ground breaking ceremony for the Holiday Inn Express is Friday, July 15th at 2 p.m.

5.0 BRIEF ANNOUNCEMENTS / REPORTS BY COUNCIL MEMBERS

Council Member Ingram stated she attended the Nevada County Air fest and stated it was a fabulous event. She mentioned that DeVere Mautino at Mautino Park is on the front of the 2005/2006 budget book.
Mayor Tassone stated Council participated in the 4th of July parade and it was a great time.

6.0 CONSENT ITEMS

Motion by Council Member Swarthout, seconded by Vice Mayor Johnson and carried by a
unanimous roll call vote to approve the consent items as follows:

6.1 Warrant Registers
Approved disbursements of $652,937.88.
6.2 Firefighter/Inspector
Approved appointment of Dominic Norman.
6.3 Police Officer Trainee
Approved appointment of Nicholas Espedal.
6.4 George Hills Company – Liability Claims Service Contract
Authorized staff to execute annual renewals of this contract.
6.5 Glenbrook Apartments – Public Improvements
Authorized acceptance of the public improvements at the Glenbrook Apartments on Sutton Way.
6.6 Dispatch Service Arrangement – Sierra Nevada Memorial Hospital (SNMH), California Department of Forestry (CDF)
Authorized execution of an amendment to the agreement with these agencies for dispatch services and adopt Resolution #05-57 approving the CDF and Fire Protection Agreement.
6.7 Fire Station #1 Remodeling Project - Update
Received and filed.

7.0 COUNCIL – No Items

8.0 PUBLIC HEARINGS

8.1 Whispering Pines Open Space Easement – 149 Crown Point Court

Tim Kiser, City Engineer, stated that in November of 2004 the Planning Commission approved a
two story office building at 149 Crown Point Court and subsequently a building permit and grading permit have been applied for and are close to issuance. Also, a tree removal permit was issued and two trees within the open space were mistakenly removed. A reforestation bond was required as part of the permit and will be used to mitigate this error. He stated the applicant would like to vacate 3,024 square feet of open space at one location on the property and dedicate the same amount of open space on another portion of the property with a no net change. He displayed exhibits showing the areas in question. The Final Map for Whispering Pines Park included an open space easement of 100 feet and the proposed portion of the open space to be vacated is part of this easement. At the June 28th Council meeting Council adopted a resolution to initiate the proceedings to vacate a portion of the open space easement at 149 Crown Point Court. He stated there have been some questions from neighboring property owners regarding visual impacts from tree removal, encroachment into the open space easement and a future trail possibility within the open space area. Staff has met with several of the property owners and the Nevada County Contractors Association (NCCA) to discuss these issues. He presented options available to Council this evening.
Vice Mayor Johnson wondered if any good ideas came out of the discussions and if any logging has occurred on the portion to be vacated.
Tim Kiser stated the tree removal issue has been addressed and the encroachment into open space and the future trails was discussed with staff. He added that no logging has occurred on the proposed open space.
Council Member Williams asked if any trails are being planned for and if there is any legal hindrance to constructing trails in this area.
Trisha Tillotson, Associate Engineer, replied that there is no plan on the City’s part to construct trails and the idea was just a suggestion by a citizen. When the Final Map for Whispering Pines Park was recorded the wording for the open space easement included construction of any buildings and structures, but it didn’t mention trails of any kind.
Mayor Tassone stated that it appears that there are no restrictions on the open space easement.
Council Member Williams asked about what was discussed in conversations with the neighbors.
Mayor Tassone opened the public hearing.
Phil McMullen, 11609 Brunswick Pines Road, Grass Valley, stated he opposes what is being proposed and the removal of trees. He stated that at one time the open space was 200 feet and now it has been reduced to 100 feet and he feels it is not appropriate to invade this buffer zone.
Bruce Ivy, representing the NCCA, clarified that the two trees were removed legally. Also, upon receipt of Mr. McMullen’s letter, it was decided to stay out of the open space, and to wait until this hearing before acting on the open space. He stated the NCCA has been working on this building since 1958 and it is a dream come true for the building industry. It is their intent to be an extremely good neighbor to everyone in Whispering Pines including the adjoining neighbors. The NCCA has worked diligently to please Mr. McMullen and the other adjoining neighbors have no disagreement with what is being proposed.
Keoni Allen, representing the NCCA, stated the intent of the original plan is being complied with. He does not understand Mr. Mullin’s contention that the open space used to be 200 feet. It was recorded in 1985 with a 100 foot buffer to provide privacy for the neighbors. Regarding construction of trails, he feels certain there will be a lot of resistance from building owners and tenants, as security is a major issue.
Barbara Bashall, NCCA Executive Director, stated that in talking with one of the adjacent residential property owners it was discovered that there is a trail that goes across the property that people have been using, and businesses are concerned that this not become a trail for public access.
Bruce Ivy stated that the NCCA is a big supporter of trails in Nevada County and works with the Nevada County Land Trust on a variety of projects.
There being no other comments, the hearing was closed.
Mayor Tassone asked Mr. McMullen if his questions about the buffer zone have been answered and asked where the 200 feet buffer zone information came from.

Phil McMullen stated it was 200 feet originally and is being invaded upon. He stated his property is directly affected by this because it is the closest neighbor to this property. He added that the buffer zone was supposed to be for privacy and protection, but it is being intruded upon.
Council Member Williams asked for clarification on why the switch of the open spaces was needed if there was not going to be any structure built on the land. He also wondered if more trees would be removed.
Mayor Tassone stated the switch is for the detention pond. It is vacating the open space to another area so that it can be the detention area rather that the open space area.
Tim Kiser stated that the trees that are marked are actually in the detention basin which has been part of this project for a long time.
Council Member Swarthout stated the City may see this type of thing continue to happen with projects that were approved a long time ago. In the last year or so the rules regarding drainage on buildings has changed and detention basins are required to be put in on site. Had this been the law when the Whispering Pines Park development was established, there probably would have been some stronger wording in regards to detention basins in open space.
Council Member Williams asked if there would be a screen of trees between the neighbors.
Barbara Bashall displayed diagrams showing the trees and how they provide a buffer for privacy.
It was clarified for Vice Mayor Johnson that there will not be any tree removal at the new open space. The remainder of the logging will take place in the other area where the two trees were accidentally removed.
Council Member Williams stated that to make the switch more useful to the public he suggests keeping the rectangle as proposed on the side of the property, but extend it all the way to the court so that in the future, there would be a trail connection there should there be a desire to develop one. Another idea is to place picnic tables there so there is a place to have lunch. He would like to leave this open so if there is interest in the future it can be pursued.
Mayor Tassone stated the issue of trails should be held off for now, but leave the door open.
Barbara Bashall stated she is uncertain whether the adjacent property owners would approve a trail as it would mean people passing through their property.
Council Member Ingram stated the problem for the public might be confusion about whether this is public property or City property.
Council Member Swarthout stated the reason that the buffer was created was for privacy to protect property owners from the activities of the business park. She doesn’t see a trail project being feasible.
Bruce Ivy stated the NCCA has worked with the Land Trust on creating a trail on the other side of Brunswick Road that goes to the future Loma Rica Ranch.
Vice Mayor Johnson stated that if Whispering Pines Park was coming forward today, it probably would include a trail system, but twenty years ago it was different. He doesn’t feel this is the right time to consider the trail issue as it would be a huge challenge. He is disappointed about the timing of the trees coming down and is confident that staff will monitor the rest of the tree removal process and assure that everything is done exactly as the permit calls for.
Mayor Tassone stated he hoped staff and Mr. McMullen could come to some equitable solution on his issues. The amount of feet in the buffer needs to be clarified as there appears to be a discrepancy. It is hoped that the issues can be resolved between the parties.
Motion by Council Member Swarthout, seconded by Council Member Ingram and carried by the following voice vote to adopt Resolution #05-58 vacating a portion of the Whispering Pines Open Space easement and authorize acceptance of an Offer of Dedication for an additional open space easement: Council Members Ingram, Swarthout, Vice Mayor Johnson and Mayor Tassone-aye; Council Member Williams-no.

8.2 Town Talk Village Development Project – 11 Residential Units at 634 Town Talk Road –
Recommendation of Planning Commission

Joe Heckel, Community Development Director, stated what is before Council tonight is a proposal to subdivide a 1.4 acre parcel and create eleven lots at 634 Town Talk Road. He presented various site, elevation and location maps of the property. The eleven single detached residential units are comprised of four different models ranging in size from 1100 to 2500 square feet and they are all two-story. On four of the eleven units there are secondary units placed above the garage which are about 600 square feet. There will be a private roadway off of Town Talk Road to access the property. He stated that other items to consider tonight are a pedestrian walkway through the project to an adjoining retail project and the removal of about twenty-nine trees. He clarified that about 40% of the trees on the site will be retained. He added that two homes will have driveways off of Town Talk Road.
Joe Heckel stated this area was annexed in 2004 and the land use for this property is urban high density and within that land use range, the General Plan does encourage projects be built that will have some level of affordability. The zoning being proposed is R3 and Planned Development. The reason Planned Development is needed is the applicant is seeking an exception from the minimum lot size which is 10,000 square feet. All of the other development standards within the zoning code have been met for this project. A variety of studies have been completed and a Negative Declaration was prepared and circulated and no significant issues were received in written form. He reviewed some of the conditions of approval which include the widening of Town Talk Road, driveway access issues and the County Capital Improvement Program does show the addition of a center turn lane by 2006, which would provide an additional improvement to that area. He stated the Planning Commission designated that 20% of the units be set aside as affordable, particularly targeting those individuals or families with low income which is 80% of the median income. The applicant is requesting that the 20% affordable be upgraded from low to moderate income levels. By adding the four rental units it is hoped that will allow for a mix of affordability. He stated an item will be placed on the deed or the CC&R’s for the property that the Horseman’s Association is in the area and there are activities on that property that are associated with agricultural uses.
Vice Mayor Johnson asked if the secondary units were reviewed by the Planning Commission.
Joe Heckel replied that they were discussed and approved at the Planning Commission level.
Council Member Williams stated he was at the site and it appeared that some work was going on there and he wondered if it is related to this project.
Joe Heckel stated the property did have one residence that was used for a practice burn by the Fire Department so some clean up of the property may be occurring.
Kevin Nelson, Nelson Engineering, representing the applicants, stated he thinks it would be simpler to insert the wording regarding the Horseman’s Association in the Final Map rather than on the deed or CC&R’s. One concern expressed at the Planning Commission was the driveways coming out onto Town Talk Road. This was discussed with the traffic engineer, as well as the neighbors, and it was determined that the peak traffic numbers in that area are minimal so this didn’t warrant too many concerns. With the widening of the road the maneuvering room needed to back out onto Town Talk Road should be addressed. At the Planning Commission it was stated that it was the preference of the commercial development owner that there not be a trail connecting the development to the retail center, so it was proposed that the trail be eliminated.
Council Member Swarthout stated that since the property owner seldom sees a Final Map, the statement regarding the Horseman’s Association should be placed on the deed.
Council Member Ingram stated she believes most title companies would reference this type of issue in the preliminary title report and one wouldn’t necessarily see it on the deed until the document is recorded.
Vice Mayor Johnson suggested that the wording be placed on the Final Map and the deed.

Council Member Ingram questioned if the property purchasers would be required to acknowledge receipt of a document that addresses this type of issue.
It was stated that there will be miniscule CC&R’s which will include a description of the property and the information about the Horseman’s Association can be included.
Vice Mayor Johnson stated it is important as we try to find places to build houses in the community that we emphasize assets already existing in the area and what the impacts of those might be.
Council Member Ingram asked how wide the access is into the property and if there is additional parking for visitors.
Kevin Nelson replied that the interior road will be a twenty-four foot wide per City standards and most of the lots will have parking for two additional vehicles in addition to the garage.
Mayor Tassone opened the public hearing.
DeVere Mautino, 9 Primrose Lane, Grass Valley, stated she has been involved with the Horseman’s Association for many years and it is a wonderful organization that provides a great benefit to the community. She stated the Association has worked many years to get where they are today, and she would hate to see a misinformed property owner move in and bring charges against the organization. She would like the disclosure regarding the Horseman’s Association to be well taken care of, so someone doesn’t move in and then be disappointed about what occurs there.
Bob Fiedler, representing his parent’s interest, expressed concern about the traffic impact. Town Talk Road is a pretty sedate road at this point, but with increased development, he can see some issues relating to stacking onto Brunswick Road. His other area of concern is the density of the project as it appears overbuilt. The Horseman’s Association issue needs to be disclosed clearly.
There being no other comments, the hearing was closed.
Vice Mayor Johnson stated he thinks this is a neat little project. He has concern about the two lots that back out onto Town Talk Road. The road will change in the future and it will be too much of a safety hazard to have people backing out onto that street.
Council Member Swarthout asked that a modification be made to Condition 8 to add the wording “property owners can expect activities, sounds and smells indicative of such an agricultural and recreation facility.” The Horseman’s property is used for parties and there are evening events that go on with live music and this needs to be noted. She also has concerns about backing out onto Town Talk Road as it creates a significant safety hazard.
Kevin Nelson stated the reason the two driveways back up onto Town Talk Road was due to the topography of the land. Different driveway arrangements were looked at but it would have required substantial grading and removal of a couple of large pines. The widening of the road should minimize the backing out problem. The traffic engineer’s numbers show that there is a car about once every seven minutes through the area, so there does not appear to be a significant impact at this time.
Vice Mayor Johnson stated one solution could be to bring the houses forward toward the street and have a shared driveway so there is no backing out onto Town Talk Road and residents would leave their property in a forward motion. There must be other ways to look at the two lots so that they have a shared driveway.
Kevin Nelson stated there are options that can be explored.
Council Williams suggested having the parking for these two houses in the private street. They wouldn’t have a garage, but would only have a short distance to walk to their home.
Jim Pack, applicant, responded that residents would have to walk fifteen to twenty feet to get to the door. These are affordable houses that should be very appealing and include garages. He stated it is possible to construct a concrete front yard to turn around in.
Council Member Williams stated he is in favor of putting in the trail to the retail area.
Jim Pack stated the owner of the retail center does not support the trail into the center and has stated he may put up a fence and if so, there would be a trail going to a fence.
Council Member Swarthout stated she likes the idea of a trail, but the owner of the retail center is concerned with security, safety and congregations of people at the back of their buildings. However, she suggested putting in the trail on the map, as things could change in the future.
Kevin Nelson suggested granting the easement for the trail on the map, but not building it at this time.
Council Member Ingram stated if there was a way to do a shared driveway she would like to see that happen. With future growth, backing out could be a major issue.
Kevin Nelson stated there may be a way to mitigate the backing out issue.
Mayor Tassone asked about the site distance on the upper driveway and can one see backing out with the trees in the way.
Kevin Nelson replied that he needs to look at this a little more closely, but he is confident something can be worked out. He stated one of the trees will be removed with the road widening and the other will be retained. He added that there is fairly good visibility all the way up Town Talk Road from this project.
Council Member Swarthout stated for clarification that this property is zoned R3 so technically twenty-seven units could be build based on the City’s zoning. She is happy to see this project because it resembles single family residential ownership units rather than an apartment complex. She added that a nice job has been done on this and there are some challenges with the road, traffic and the Horseman’s Association, but what is being proposed is going to result in a nice project.
Council Member Williams stated it is a shame not to take advantage of the R3 zoning and have twenty-seven units. If the City is going to follow the overall plan of promoting infill, then this is a perfect spot to do that because it is close to so many stores and jobs. But for other reasons he doesn’t think it is a good idea to ask for it to be redesigned and add more density. If the City was planning better and was more focused on infill, this would have been seen as an opportunity for infill and perhaps proceeded in a different manner. He added that State requirements for housing could affect what the City can do and traffic remains a problem.
It was clarified for Council Member Williams that the apartments over the garage are being built and are not options available to the buyer of the property.
Mayor Tassone asked what the prices of the homes would be and stressed the importance of affordability.
Jim Pack replied that they have been meeting with staff to decide what the homes could be sold for. This is a small project. He expects that the price will be $230,000 to $240,000 for the 1100 square feet units.
Joe Heckel expanded on the income levels and how they apply to low and moderate income families. This project provides a good benchmark with the moderate income for people in the public safety sector.
Vice Mayor Johnson stated there are going to be seeing more and more of these small housing projects. He doesn’t support the 20% set aside as he doesn’t think that is the way to get affordable housing. He stated that affordable housing is achieved by building smaller houses without garages and he hopes that will happen in the future. He is hopeful that a condition will be added to require the applicant to redesign the two upper units to have a shared driveway that will allow the cars to egress in a forward direction.
Mayor Tassone stated it wouldn’t have to be a shared driveway, but a provision must be made for more room so that turning can occur in the driveways.
Council Member Swarthout stated there is a provision in the Housing Element that says the City is required to provide a certain amount of moderate income housing along with other qualification factors.
Gene Haroldsen, City Administrator, stated that including only a trail easement shifts the cost of the construction from the developer to the City or some other entity to construct and install the trail in the future.
Jim Pack stated the wording could be included in the CC&R’s. He will continue to be in touch with the retail business owner to see if there is interest in the trail.

Joe Heckel stated if it is dedicated as an easement it may just look like the yard area. If it is going to be open he wondered who will be paying for the improvements if there is not a homeowners association.
Kevin Nelson stated the easiest way to handle this would be to delineate on the Final Map that it is a future trail easement and put verbage in the CC&R’s to reference the trail.
Joe Heckel summarized the modifications to be made to the conditions. It was added that the trail easement will be included but will not be constructed at this time and this will be included in the CC&R’s.
Motion by Council Member Ingram, seconded by Council Member Swarthout and unanimously carried to waive the reading of the ordinance in its entirety and read by title only; title read by Bobbi Poznik-Coover, City Clerk; motion by Council Member Swarthout, seconded by Council Member Ingram and carried by a unanimous roll call vote to introduce ordinance rezoning the property to Planned Development/Multiple Family Residence (PD/R-3) and adopt Resolution #05-59 approving the Tentative Map and Negative Declaration.

9.0 STAFF REPORTS, REQUESTS AND COMMUNICATIONS

9.1 Sierra Terrace Development – 28 Unit Residential Project at 130 West Berryhill Drive

Joe Heckel, Community Development Director, stated that on June 14, 2005 Council conducted and closed a public hearing on the Sierra Terrace development. Council deferred any action on these applications, but appointed a two member subcommittee of Vice Mayor Johnson and Council Member Williams to work with the applicant on certain design and site plan items. The subcommittee has met several times to go over the design and architectural elements with the applicant. The intent was to bring the information back to Council tonight, but it is not quite ready and the intent is to have it returned to Council for consideration within 30 days. If there are substantial revisions to the project, however, the matter would have to be noticed for another public hearing.

9.2 Removal of Fire Alarm Pull Boxes

Hank Weston, Interim Fire Chief, stated that Gray Electric has submitted a quote of $7,680 for
the disconnecting and removal of the fire alarm boxes. It will be an all out affair to take them out at the same time, store them, label them and resale them to the public. So far sixty-eight reservations have been made for the boxes. He stated they will sell at $175 for the hanging ones and $225 for the ones on a pedestal.
Vice Mayor Johnson stated he has had a couple of concerned callers who want it to be a fair process in terms of who gets first choice, so he wants to make sure that the boxes are sold in the appropriate manner. He supports the profits go towards restoring something in the Fire Department, but this is a budget decision which will have to be made by the budget committee.
Hank Weston stated that the boxes will be sold on a first come, first serve basis and all reservations are placed on a waiting list. The value of the boxes was verified on eBay and in researching this matter, it was found that the boxes are circa 1920. A plaque will be attached with the original number and a list of boxes provided to each purchaser for historical purposes. It was clarified that the announcement about the boxes is in the City newsletter and on the website. He stated it was clearly identified in his previous staff report that the removal of the boxes would pay for itself and that any remainder would go towards improvements to the old fire station and to restore the 1924 fire engine. He and the Director of Finance will set up the appropriate accounts for clarification of where the funds go.
Motion by Council Member Swarthout, seconded by Council Member Williams and carried by a
unanimous roll call vote to authorize execution of an agreement, subject to legal review, with Gray Electric Co. in the amount of $7,680 to assist with removal of the fire alarm pull boxes.

9.3 Landscaping Plan at Corporation Yard along Freeman Lane

Jeff Jewett, Director of Public Works, stated that in an effort to enhance the appearance along
Freeman Lane, staff has evaluated the feasibility of installing landscaping improvements in the frontage area of the Corporation Yard. This area consists of a long, narrow parcel that separates Freeman Lane and the entrance to City facilities. Some minor landscape improvements already exist, including a sign identifying the facility and a small flower garden at its base along with trees. There is a water line on the site that can be expanded to provide additional irrigation and an electrical line has been installed to provide power for the irrigation system. It is staff’s intent to install plants that are inexpensive and that require minimal maintenance, and install some trees and shrubs that will provide some color to the site. If possible, a small mining equipment display could be placed near the entrance. The landscaping will be done in the Fall.
Motion by Council Member Williams, seconded by Council Member Ingram and unanimously
carried to approve the conceptual landscape plan for the Corporation Yard frontage area along Freeman Lane.

9.4 Response to June 20, 2005 Grand Jury Report – Wastewater Treatment

Jeff Jewett, Director of Public Works, stated the Grand Jury conducted an investigation on the
status of the City’s wastewater treatment to examine the plans, projected costs, funding sources, and estimates of customer rate increases to meet its current wastewater discharge requirements. They came to the site, took numerous tours, interviewed staff members and presented their report. There are numerous findings, conclusions and recommendations in the report, which have been responded to by staff.
Jeff Jewett clarified for Council Member Williams that the other agencies the City could collaborate with on wastewater treatment issues are Nevada City and Nevada County.
Mayor Tassone stated there was talk at one time of a regional sewer plant which never occurred. There may be other ways to collaborate on a regional basis.
Jeff Jewett stated all agencies have issues with how they are disposing of their solids and maybe the City can team together with other agencies and come up with more cost efficient ways to dispose of solids.
Council Member Williams asked when the deadline is for the engineering pre-design and when the cost estimate will be more accurate. Also, he wondered when the sewer rate study will be completed and the information provided to the City.
Jeff Jewett replied that the City is to be in compliance by March of 2008. The City has hired Carollo Engineers to perform the pre-design and according to their schedule it is hoped to have more accurate figures of the cost in place by September of this year. He stated the City has hired a consultant to evaluate the sewer and water rates and currently, the information they are working with is preliminary cost estimates. Most likely they will be revised and submitted in September as well.
Motion by Council Member Ingram, seconded by Council Member Swarthout and unanimously
carried to authorize submission.

9.5 Publication of Ordinances

Gene Haroldsen, City Administrator, stated that currently the City Charter provides that all
ordinances must be signed and published once in an official newspaper. There are certain ordinances that the City passes that are impractical and infeasible to publish because of their length and the related cost. Many of the ordinances that are published are very expensive. What this ordinance proposes to do is to defer to Government Code Section 36933 which provides that a City may publish a summary of a proposed ordinance or amendment to an existing ordinance. Certain provisions in the Government Code will have to be complied with, but this will clean up the section of the Charter by deferring to State law.
Motion by Council Member Swarthout, seconded by Council Member Ingram and unanimously
carried to waive the reading of the ordinance in its entirety and read by title only; title read by Bobbi Poznik-Coover, City Clerk; motion by Council Member Swarthout, seconded by Council Member Williams and carried by a unanimous roll call vote to introduce ordinance adding a new Section 1.01.110 to the Grass Valley Municipal Code relating to publication of ordinances.

10.0 ITEMS REMOVED FROM CONSENT CALENDAR FOR DISCUSSION OR SEPARATE
ACTION AND / OR ANY ADDED AGENDA ITEMS – No Items

Recess the City Council Meeting and Convene as the Grass Valley Redevelopment Agency

11.0 GRASS VALLEY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY – CLOSED DOOR SESSION

11.1 CONFERENCE WITH REAL PROPERTY NEGOTIATORS – Pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.8
Property: Northwest corner of E. Main/Richardson Street (portion of APN 08-350-04 & 05)
Negotiators: City Administrator and Community Development Director
Under Negotiation: Purchase options

11.2 CONFERENCE WITH REAL PROPERTY NEGOTIATORS – Pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.8
Property: 131, 139 & 141 East Main Street
Negotiators: City Administrator and Community Development Director
Under Negotiation: Purchase Options and Terms

There was no action to report from closed session.

Adjourn the Grass Valley Redevelopment Agency Meeting and Reconvene as the City Council

12.0 CAPITAL IMPROVEMENTS AUTHORITY - No Items

13.0 CLOSED DOOR SESSION - No Items

14.0 ADJOURN

The meeting was adjourned at 9:45 p.m. by Mayor Tassone

GERARD TASSONE, MAYOR Bobbi Poznik-Coover, City Clerk