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Redding City Council, Regular Meeting
Civic Center Council Chambers
777 Cypress Avenue
Redding, CA 96001
June 16, 2026, 6:00 PM
The meeting was called to order at 6:03 p.m. by Mayor Mike Littau with the following Council Members present: Tenessa Audette, Dr. Paul Dhanuka, Jack Munns, and Erin Resner.
Also present: Interim City Attorney Mary Anne Wagner, City Manager William Tarbox, Assistant City Manager/Public Works Director Michael Webb, Executive Assistant II Erin Barnhart , and Business License Specialist Katelyn Edwards.
The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Mayor Littau.
The Invocation was provided by Amarjit Singh with the Sikh Center of Anderson.
PRESENTATIONS
2A. Presentation by Danny Orloff, Visit Redding’s Tourism Marketing Director, providing a semi-annual report regarding tourism marketing and promotional efforts for the City of Redding.
Informational item only.
2B. Presentation by John Truitt, Viva Downtown Redding Executive Director, regarding the unique overlap of the officially designated Main Street District, California Cultural District, and City of Redding Entertainment Zone.
Informational item only.
PUBLIC COMMENT
David Maung, Local Government Affairs Representative , provided an overview of Pacific Gas and Electric’s Wildfire Preparedness & Support for the residents of City of Redding.
Caroline Hixon , Judy Decker Inouye, and David Ledger, opined their opposition to 4.2(a) , regarding property located at 7251 Eastside Road.
Sabrina Jurisch expressed her adoration for the Council and thanked them for their value while in her role as the Film Commissioner; and introduced the new Film Commissioner Tyler Lockamy.
Tyler Lockamy introduced himself and shared his enthusiasm for his new role as the Film Commissioner
Aj Dooley opined his faith in God and expressed his concerns regarding heightened criminal activity.
Kim Moore expressed concerns regarding the criminal activity in and around the Woodlands Apartment complex.
Mark Monroe asked the Council for assistance with the Redding Motorsports Park.
Matt Goehring shared his concerns regarding the homelessness issues and fire off Benton Road and Placer.
Nick Gardner expressed his concerns with the Henderson Road Open Space and homeless activity.
CONSENT CALENDAR
The following matters were considered inclusively under the Consent Calendar and each Report to City Council (staff report) is incorporated herein by reference:
4(a). Approve City Council Minutes: Special Meeting – Closed Session of June 2, 2026; and Regular Meetings of June 2, 2026.
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4(b). Accept the following City of Redding Accounts Payable and Payroll Registers:
(1) Accounts Payable Register No. 11 for the period May 1, 2026, through May 31, 2026, in the amount of $47,902,738.83; (2) Register No. 23 for the period April 26, 2026, through May 9, 2026, in the amount of $2,832,190.69; and (3) Register No. 24 for the period May 10, 2026, through May 23, 2026, in the amount of $2, 871,786.48; for a summary total of $53,606,716.
4(c). Accept City of Redding Proof of Cash and Cash by Fund reports for the month of April 2026.
4(d). Accept the City of Redding Treasurer’s Report for April 2026.
4.1(a). Approve the Funding Agreement with the Superior California Economic Development District (SCEDD) for Fiscal Year (FY) 2026 -2027, for economic development planning and business development services; and authorize payment to SCEDD in the amount of $18,138 for FY 2026-27 activities.
4.1(b). Authorize and approve the following: (1) Approve the Real Estate Purchase and Sale Agreement (PSA) with CAS Redding LLC, for 4.35 acres of City of Redding -owned property located at 6950 Lockheed Dr (Assessor’s Pa rcel Number 056-610-004), for the appraised value; and (2) Authorize the Mayor to sign the PSA and any other documents needed to complete the sale and transfer of the property.
4.1(c). Authorize the Mayor to send a letter of support for Assembly Bill 1821 (Pacheco) which would amend the California Public Records Act response deadline from 10 calendar days to 10 business days.
4.1(d). Authorize and approve the following for completion of the Downtown Redding Property Based Improvement District: (1) Authorize the City Manager, or designee, to execute the First Amendment to Consulting and Professional Services Contract (C -10378) with NBS Government Finance Group extending the contract term to June 1, 2027, and increasing the total contract amount by $5,000 fo r a revised not-to-exceed amount of $118,500; and (2) Adopt Resolution No. 2026 -043, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding, approving and adopting the 42 nd Amendment to City Budget Resolution No. 2026-049 appropriating an additional $5,0 00 to fund the Consultant and Professional Services Contract.
Council Member Jack Munns left Chambers at 7:23 p.m. and returned to Chambers at 7:25 p.m.
4.2(a). Authorize and approve the following: (1) Rescind the First Amendment to the Real Property Lease Agreement (C -10985) with the County of Shasta for property located at 7251 Eastside Road (Assessor’s Parcel Nos. 050-050-010 and 050-070-008); and (2) Find that this action is exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) under Public Resources Code section 21080, subdivision (b)(5), because the rescission is a “no project” election or project disapproval and, even if it were a project, under the common - sense exemption pursuant to 14 CCR §15061, subdivision (b)(3) because “it can be seen with certainty that there is no possibility that the activity in question may have a significant effect on the environment.”
The following spoke in opposition to the project: Cathy Millhouse, Lewis McDaid, Forrest McDaid, Iver McDaid, Seth McDaid, Chri stopher Begley, Michael R ichard, Michael Michalak, Kim Malson, Victor Inouye, Mark Feback, Michael Quinn, Beaux Dooley, and Gus Dooley.
4.4(a). Authorize and approve the following: (1) apply for a grant from the California Department of Justice Tobacco Grant Program in the amount of $484,900 for local retailer enforcement operations by the City of Redding Code Enforcement Division; (2) if awarded, accept the grant; and (3) authorize the City Manager, or designee, to execute all documents necessary to apply, accept, and appropriate funds for the grant.
Kristen Schreder asked Council to consider bringing this item back for presentation at a future City Council Meeting.
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4.4(b). Authorize and approve the following: (1) authorize the submission of grant application(s), each not to exceed $950,000, to the California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection, in one or more of the following configurations as determined by the City Manager o r designee: (a) a joint application by the Redding Fire Department and City of Redding Development Services Department for Vegetation Management Plan development and Local Hazard Mitigation Plan update; and/or (b) a sole application by the Community Services Department for Vegetation Management; or (c) a combined application by all three departments encompassing Vegetation Management Plan development, Local Hazard Mitigation Plan update, and Vegetation Management; and (2) if awarded, authorize the City Manager, or designee, to accept the grant and execute all documents necessary to appropriate and administer the funds.
4.4(c). Authorize and approve the following: (1) authorize the submission of an application to the State of California Encampment Resolutio n Funding Program ( due by June 30, 2026) in an amount not-to-exceed $5,300,000; (2) approve the proposed subrecipient, Good News Rescue Mission , for shelter renovation and coordinated street outreach services ; (3) authorize the City Manager, or designee, to execute all application documents, agreements, and related grant actions , including grant appropriation, if awarded ; and (4) find that applying for grant funds is not considered a project under the California Environmental Quality Act.
4.5(a). Authorize and approve the following actions related to Contract (C -10298) with Pace Engineering, Inc., for Engineering and Design Services for the Power Plant Maintenance Office Building project located at 17120 Clear Creek Road: (1) approve the First Amendment t o Contract (C -10298) with Pace Engineering, Inc, increasing the total contract compensation amount by $40,000, from $320,000 to a revised not -to-exceed amount of $360,000, and extending the contract term through June 30, 2027, to provide continued design, drawing, submittal review, and construction support services through project completion; and (2) authorize the City Manager, or designee, to execute the First Amendment and any related documents necessary to execute the amendment.
4.6(a). Adopt Resolution No. 2026-044, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding, declaring July 2026 as Parks and Recreation Month in the City of Redding.
4.6(b). Authorize and approve the following: (1) approve and ratify the California Department of Transportation’s (Caltrans) Clean California Community Cleanup and Employment Pathway (CCEP) Grant application and award submitted by the Housing Division; (2) adopt Resolution No. 2026-045, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding, approving and adopt ing the 36 th Amendment to City Budget Resolution No. 2025 -049 appropriating $300,000 for the Caltrans CCEP grant for fiscal years 2025 -26; and (3) authorize the City Manager, or designee, to accept and execute a grant agreement for the Caltrans CCEP grant for $300,000 to beautify the area around Caldwell Park, Downtown Redding, and the Parkview neighborhood.
4.6(c). Authorize and approve the following related to Landscape Maintenance Districts (LMDs):
(1) adopt Resolution No. 2026-046, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding, relative to LMDs A, B, and C: (a) approving the Engineer’s Report for Fiscal Year 2026 - 27 for the LMDs as filed with the City Clerk; (b) setting a Public Hearing for 6:00 p.m., on July 21, 2026, in the City Council Chambers, 777 Cypress Avenue, Redding, California;(c) declaring the City Council's intention to levy and collect assessments for Fiscal Year 2026- 27 pursuant to the Landscaping and Lighting Act of 1972; and (2) adopt Resolution No. 2026-047, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding, relative to LMDs D, E, F, G, H, H1, J, K, L, M, N, O, P, Q, R, S, S1, T, U, V, W, 01-06, 02-06, 03-06, 04-06, 05- 06, 06-06, 07-06, 08-06, 09-06, 11-06, 01-07, 02-07, 02-09, 03-09, 01-11, 02-11, 03-11, 01-13, 02-14, 03-14, 01-15, 02-16, 03-16, 01-17, 01-19, 02-19, 01-20, 01-22 and 01 -23:
(a) approving the Engineer’s Report for Fiscal Year 2026-27 for the LMDs as listed above as filed with the City Clerk; (b) setting a Public Hearing for 6:00 p.m., on July 21, 2026, in the City Council Chambers, 777 Cypress Avenue, Redding, California regarding the LMDs listed above; (c) declaring the City Council's intention to levy and collect assessments for Fiscal Year 2026 -27 pursuant to the Landscaping and Lighting Act of 1972; and (3) determine that the recommended actions do not constitute a project subject to California Environmental Quality Act Guidelines, pursuant to Section 15378(b)(5), finding that the project is an organizational or administrative activity of governments th at will not result in direct or indirect physical changes in the environment.
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4.10(a).Approve setting a Public Hearing on July 21, 2026, at 6:00 p.m., in the City Council Chambers, 777 Cypress Avenue, Redding, California, to consider adjustments to the Ci ty of Redding’s Schedule of Fees and Service Charges.
4.10(b).Adopt Resolution No. 2026-048, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding, establishing the appropriation limit for Fiscal Year 2026 -27 for the City of Redding at $332,969,989.
4.11(a).Accept Bid Negotiation No. 5234, South Bonnyview I-5 Bechelli Project, awarded to J.F.
Shea Construction, Inc., as satisfactorily complete, with a final cost of $5,032,522.63.
4.11(b).Adopt Resolution No. 2026-049, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding, approving and adopting the 41 st Amendment to City Budget Resolution No. 2025 -049 increasing appropriations by $24,240 for a Report of Waste Discharge for Fiscal Year 2025- 26 for the City of Redding (City)-owned Benton Landfill (Assessor’s Parcel No. 104-100- 032) for the City’s Solid Waste Utility.
4.11(c).Authorize and approve the following actions relative to Bid Schedule No. 5692, Furnishing New Tires, Tire Recaps, Tire Repairs, and Tire Disposal Services: (1) award to Tehama Tire Service, the only responder, for the period of June 3, 2026, through May 31, 2027, for the purchase and service of tires, as needed, for City of Redding fleet; (2) authorize the Purchasing Officer to execute a blanket purchase agreement with Tehama Tire Service for a not-to-exceed amount of $700,000 per one -year contract period; (3) authorize the City Manager, or designee, to approve future pricing adjustments, and changes in terms, as needed, up to an additional $70,000 per one -year contract period; (4) authorize the Purchasing Officer to extend the contract, if mutually agreeable, for up to two consecutive one-year periods through May 31, 2029; and (5) ratify the extension of the previous contract with Tehama Tire through June 30, 2026.
4.11(d).Authorize the following actions relative to Bid Schedule No. 5696 Magnums Area Remote Sewer Project: (1) award to Hardiman Construction, Inc., in the amount of $3,485,530; (2) (2) approve an additional $300,000 to cover the cost of administration and inspection fees; and $580,000 for project development costs; (3) Approve $350,000 to provide construction contingency funding; and (4) authorize the City Manager, or designee, to approve additional increases in either the construction management or construction cont ingency amounts up to a total of $80,000.
4.11(e).Authorize and approve the following: (1) accept State Water Resources Control Board (SWRCB) State Revolving Fund (SRF) funding in the amount of $4,410,000 for the design and construction of the City of Redding Ricardo Avenue wastewater collection system; and (2) adopt Resolution No. 2026-050, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding, approving and adopting the 40 th Amendment to City Budget Resolution No. 2025 -049 appropriating $4,410,000 in SRF funding for the project.
4.11(f). Adopt Resolution No. 2026-051, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding, relative to Sanitary Sewer Maintenance Districts (SSMD) 01 -07 Hope Lane and 01 -19 Seven Bridges, to authorize and approve the following: (1) approve the Engineer’s Reports for Fiscal Year 2026 -27 for SSMD 01 -07 and SSMD 01 -19 as filed with the City Clerk; (2) set a Public Hearing for 6:00 p.m. on July 21, 2026, in the City Council Chambers, located at 777 Cypress Avenue, Redding, California; and (3) declare the City Council’s intention to levy and collect assessments for Fiscal Year 2026 –27 pursuant to the State of California Improvement Act of 1911.
4.11(g).Accept Bid Negotiation No. 5462 (Job No. 2680), Athens Area Water Improv ements Project, awarded to Eddie Axner Construction, Inc., as satisfactorily complete, with a final cost of $5,844,749.06.
4.11(h).Authorize and approve the following actions relative to the City of Redding Tarmac Road Storm Drain Emergency Replacement Project (Project): (1) accept update regarding the Project; and (2) pursuant to Public Contract Code Section 22050(c)(1), make a determination by a four-fifths vote that there is a need to continue the emergency work.
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4.11(i). Authorize and approve the following actions relative to Bid Schedule No. 5683, Clear Creek Wastewater Treatment Plant Building 21 Switchboard & Motor Control Center Replacement Project: (1) award to Electric Innovations Inc., in the amount of $995,000; (2) approve an additional $250,000 to cover the cost of administration and inspection fees; (3) approve $85,000 for project development costs; (4) approve $100,000 to provide construction contingency funding; (5) authorize the City Manager, or designee, to approve additional increases in either the construction management or construction contingency amounts up to a total of $50,000; and (6) find that the Project is categorically exempt from review under the California Environmental Quality Act, pursuant to Section 15301 - Existing Facilities.
4.11(j). Authorize and approve the following actions related to the California Heritage YouthBuild Academy located at the northwest corner of Industrial Street and Alfreda Way:
(1) authorize the Mayor to execute the Reimbursement Agreement with Block 7 Retail Investors, LLC; (2) authorize the City Manager, or designee, to approve amendments; and (3) find that the action is exempt from environmental review under the California Environmental Quality Act Guidelines, pursuant to Section 15061(b)(3) – Common Sense Exemption
A MOTION WAS MADE by Council Member Resner, seconded by Council Member Munns, that the foregoing items on the Consent Calendar be accepted, acknowledged, adopted, approved, ratified, and/or authorized as recommended.
The Vote:
AYES: Council Members – Audette, Munns, Dr. Dhanuka, Resner, and Littau NOES: Council Members – None
ABSTAIN: Council Members – None
ABSENT: Council Members – None
Resolution Nos. 2026-043 through 2026-051 are on file in the Office of the City Clerk.
APPOINTMENTS
5.1. Mayor's reappointments and appointment of City of Redding representatives to the Economic Development Corporation of Shasta County Board of Directors.
Mayor Littau highlighted the Report to the City Council (staff report), incorporated herein by reference.
A discussion amongst the Council ensued.
A MOTION WAS MADE by Council Member Resner, seconded by Council Member Audette, to approve the Mayor’s recommendation for the following appointments to the Economic Development Corporation of Shasta County (Board): (1) reappointed Heidi Pond (formerly Corrigan) and Garrett Brown to each serve a four-year term beginning July 1, 2026, and ending June 30, 2030; and (2) appointed Board Member Steven Willi ams to serve a four-year term effective July 1, 2026, and expiring June 30, 2030.
The Vote: Unanimous Ayes.
PUBLIC HEARINGS
6.1. Public Hearing to consider Resolution approving the City of Redding's Capital Improvement Plan for Fiscal Years 2025-26 to 2030-31.
Assistant City Manager/ Public Works Director Webb and Assistant Public Works Director Joshua Anthony highlighted the Report to City Council (staff report), and provided a PowerPoint presentation, both incorporated herein by reference.
The hour of 7:49 p.m. having arrived, Mayor Littau opened the Public Hearing.
Mayor Littau determined that no one present wished to address this matter and closed the Public Hearing.
The Affidavit of Publication – Notice of Public Hearing is on file in the Office of the City Clerk.
A discussion amongst the Council ensued.
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A MOTION WAS MADE by Council Member Resner, seconded by Council Member Dr.
Dhanuka, to adopt Resolution No. 2026-052, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding, approving the City of Redding’s Capital Improvement Plan for Fiscal Years 2025−26 to 2030−31.
The Vote:
AYES: Council Members – Audette, Munns, Dr. Dhanuka, Resner, and Littau NOES: Council Members – None
ABSTAIN: Council Members – None
ABSENT: Council Members – None
Resolution Nos. 2026-052 is on file in the Office of the City Clerk.
6.2. Public Hearing to consider Resolution to adopt the City of Redding 2026 Water Shortage Contingency Plan.
Assistant City Manager/ Public Works Director Webb and Assistant Public Works Director Ryan Bailey summarized the Report to City Council (staff report), and provided a PowerPoint presentation, both incorporated herein by reference.
The hour of 7:58 p.m. having arrived, Mayor Littau opened the Public Hearing.
Mayor Littau determined that no one present wished to address this matter and closed the Public Hearing.
The Affidavit of Publication – Notice of Public Hearing is on file in the Office of the City Clerk.
A discussion amongst the Council ensued.
A MOTION WAS MADE by Council member Dr. Dha nuka, second ed by Council Member Resner, to: (1) adopt Resolution No. 2026 -053, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding, to adopt the City 2026 Water Shortage Contingency Plan (WSCP), pursuant to California Water Code section 10632; (2) direct staff to file the City 2026 WSCP with the California Department of Water Resources and the California State Library within 30 days of adoption; (3) direct staff to make the final City 2026 WSCP available for public review within 30 days after filing a copy with the California Department of Water Resources; (4) direct staff to submit the final City 2026 WSCP in electronic format to Shasta County, City of Ander son, City of Shasta Lake, Bella Vista Water District, Clear Creek Community Services District, Centerville Community Services District, Shasta Community Services District and Anderson-Cottonwood Irrigation District within 30 days of adoption; and (5) find that this activity is exempt from environmental review under the California Environmental Quality Act Guidelines, pursuant to Section 15061(b)(3) – Common Sense Exemption.
The Vote:
AYES: Council Members – Audette, Dr. Dhanuka, Munns, Resner, and Littau NOES: Council Members – None
ABSTAIN: Council Members – None
ABSENT: Council Members – None
Resolution No. 2026-053 is on file in the Office of the City Clerk.
6.3. Public Hearing to consider Resolution to adopt the City of Redding 2025 Urban Water Management Plan.
Assistant Public Works Director Ryan Bailey highlighted the Report to City Council (staff report), and provided a PowerPoint presentation, both incorporated herein by reference.
The hour of 8:03 p.m. having arrived, Mayor Littau opened the Public Hearing.
Mayor Littau determined that no one present wished to address this matter and closed the Public Hearing.
The Affidavit of Publication – Notice of Public Hearing is on file in the Office of the City Clerk.
A discussion amongst the Council ensued.
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A MOTION WAS MADE by Council Member Dr. Dhanuka , second ed by Council Member Audette, to: (1) adopt Resolution No. 2026-054, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding, to adopt the 2025 Urban Water Management Plan (UWMP) as required by the State of California Department of Water Resources pursuant to Assembly Bill 797, the “Urban Water Management Planning Act,” amending Division 6, Part 2.6, of the California Water Code (Water Code); (2) pursuant to Water Code section 10644, direct staff to file the 2025 UWMP Update with the California Department of Water Resources and the California State Library within thirty (30) days of adoption; (3) pursuant to Water Code section 10645, direct staff to make the 2025 UWMP Update available fo r public review within thirty (30) days after filing a copy with the California Department of Water Resources; (4) pursuant to Water Code section 10644, direct staff to submit the final 2025 UWMP Update in electronic format to Shasta County, City of Anders on, City of Shasta Lake, Bella Vista Water District, Clear Creek Community Services District, Centerville Community Services District, Shasta Community Services District and Anderson - Cottonwood Irrigation District within thirty (30) days of adoption; and (5) find that this activity is exempt from environmental review under the California Environmental Quality Act Guidelines, pursuant to Section 15061(b)(3) – Common Sense Exemption.
The Vote:
AYES: Council Members – Audette, Dr. Dhanuka, Munns, Resner, and Littau NOES: Council Members – None
ABSTAIN: Council Members – None
ABSENT: Council Members – None
Resolution No. 2026-054 is on file in the Office of the City Clerk.
REGULAR CALENDAR: REPORTS & COMMUNICATIONS OF DEPARTMENTS,
BOARDS, COMMISSIONS AND COMMITTEES
9.1(e). Downtown Entertainment Zone Update.
Management Assistant to the City Manager Jason Giblisico summarized the Report to City Council (staff report), and provided a PowerPoint presentation, both incorporated herein by reference.
A discussion amongst the Council ensued.
The City Council accepted an update regarding the first six months of operation of the City of Redding Downtown Entertainment Zone, and no formal action was taken by the Council regarding this informational update.
9.1(f). Updates to Redding Municipal Code Chapter 4.12 (Transient Occupancy Tax) to update and modernize tax administration of Transient Occupancy Tax (TOT).
Assistant City Manager/Public Works Director Webb highlighted the Report to City Council (staff report), incorporated herein by reference.
Hope Wolbert asked Council to consider using TOT to fund the Redding Civic Auditorium.
A discussion amongst the Council ensued.
A MOTION WAS MADE by Council Member Dr. Dhanuka , second ed by Council Member Resner, to authorize and approve the following to modernize tax administration, align local code with recent changes in California law, and improve the City of Redding's ability to administer and collect transient occupancy taxes associated with short-term rental platforms: (1) introduce Ordinance No. 2694 amending Chapter 4.12 (Transient Occupancy Tax) of the Redding Municipal Code, for first reading by title only and waive the full reading; (2) direct the City Attorney to prepare a summary ordinance and authorize the City Clerk to publish the summary ordinance according to law; (3) find that amendment and adoption of the ordinance is exempt from environmental review under the California Environmental Quality Act, pursuant to section 15061(b)(3) – Common Sense Exemption; and (4) direct staff to return to Council at a future City Council meeting with an update relative to short-term rentals within the City of Redding.
The Vote:
AYES: Council Members – Audette, Dr. Dhanuka, Munns, Resner, and Littau NOES: Council Members – None
ABSTAIN: Council Members – None
ABSENT: Council Members – None
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9.1(g). Update to provide information regarding the City of Redding Financial Advisory Committee and City of Redding Audit Committee.
Assistant City Manager/ Public Works Director Michael Webb highlighted the Report to City Council (staff report), incorporated herein by reference.
A discussion amongst the Council ensued.
The City Council accepted the informational report regarding the implementation, next steps, and proposed meeting schedules for the City of Redding (City) Financial Advisory Committee and the City’s Audit Committee, each established on February 3, 2026, by adoption of City Council Resolution Nos. 2026-009 and 2026-010.
9.2(b). Update regarding City of Redding membership on the County of Shasta Air Pollution Control Board and Budget Resolution.
Assistant City Manager/ Public Works Director Michael Webb highlighted the Report to City Council (staff report), incorporated herein by reference.
A discussion amongst the Council ensued.
A MOTION WAS MADE by council member Munns, second b y council member Dr.
Dhanuka to, (1) accept the report regarding the Air Pollution Control Board; and (2) adopt Resolution No. 2026 -055, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding, approving and adopting the 43 rd Amendment to City Budget Resolution No. 2025 -049 appropriating $182,210 in Fiscal Year (FY) 2026 and $87,830 in FY 2027 pursuant to Health and Safety Code 40704.5.
The Vote:
AYES: Council Members – Audette, Dr. Dhanuka, Munns, Resner, and Littau NOES: Council Members – None
ABSTAIN: Council Members – None
ABSENT: Council Members – None
Resolution No. 2026-055 is on file in the Office of the City Clerk.
9.5(b). Redding Electric Utility's (REU) implementation of Public Safety Power Shutoff (PSPS) Program and adopt Budget Resolution.
Redding Electric Utility Director Nick Zettel highlighted the Report to City Council (staff report), and provided a PowerPoint presentation, both incorporated herein by reference.
A discussion amongst the Council ensued.
A MOTION WAS MADE by Council Member Munns, second ed by Council Member Dr. Dhanuka, to authorize and approve the following actions related to REU’s PSPS customer preparedness and support program, enhancing REU’s 2025 Wildfire Mitigation Plan: (1) approve the establishment and implementation of REU’s comprehensive PSPS customer preparedness and support program, including customer notifications, preparedness outreach, event -based communications, and targeted support measures for customers located in PSPS-impacted areas; (2) authorize the implementation of a generator or battery back -up rebate program providing up to a $500 rebate for eligible customers located in PSPS -impacted areas, subject to final eligibility criteria established by REU; (3) adopt Resolution No. 2026-056, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Redding, approving and adopting the 39 th Amendment to City Budget Resolution No. 2025 -049 appropriating $250,000 for the implementation of PSPS customer programs; and (4) authorize the City Manager, or designee, to execute the agreements.
The Vote:
AYES: Council Members – Audette, Dr. Dhanuka, Munns, Resner, and Littau NOES: Council Members – None
ABSTAIN: Council Members – None
ABSENT: Council Members – None
Resolution No. 2026-056 is on file in the Office of the City Clerk.
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9.15(b). Resolution recognizing the formation of the Redding Electric Professionals’ Association – Management and Redding Electric Professionals’ Association – Supervisory, Technical, and Professional Units.
Personnel Director Kari Kibler summarized the Report to City Coun cil (staff report), incorporated herein by reference.
A discussion amongst the Council ensued.
A MOTION WAS MADE by Council Member Resner, seconded by Council Member Dr.
Dhanuka, to adopt Resolution No. 2026-057, a resolution of the City Council of th e City of Redding (City): (1) establishing two new bargaining units consisting of management, supervisory, technical and professional employees within the City’s Electric Department which were formerly part of the Unrepresented group; and (2) certified and recognized the Redding Electric Professionals’ Association as an Exclusively Recognized Employee Organization representing the Supervisory, Technical, and Professional and Management units in accordance with the City’s Employer/Employee Resolution, Resolution No. 2012- 091. The Vote:
AYES: Council Members – Audette, Dr. Dhanuka. Munns, Resner, and Littau NOES: Council Members – None
ABSTAIN: Council Members – None
ABSENT: Council Members – None
Resolution No. 2026-057 is on file in the Office of the City Clerk.
SUGGESTIONS FROM COUNCIL MEMBERS RELATIVE TO POTENTIAL TOPICS FOR
FUTURE CITY COUNCIL MEETINGS
At Council Member Jack Munns’ suggestion, a consensus of the Council directed staff to re turn to a future Council Meeting with options regarding the Hilltop Drive Entertainment Zone as it relates to the Annual Kool April Nites event.
ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business at the hour of 9:03 p.m., Mayor Littau declared the m eeting adjourned.
APPROVED:
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Mike Littau, Mayor
ATTEST:
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Sharlene Tipton, City Clerk