1995-02-21 Regular CC MinutesMINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING OF THE ALAMEDA CITY COUNCIL
FEBRUARY 21. 1995
The meeting convened at 7:35 p.m. with President Appezzato
presiding. The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Councilmember
DeWitt. Reverend Dan Weller, Westside Baptist Church, Alameda,
gave the invocation.
ROLL CALL -
Present: Councilmembers Arnerich, DeWitt, Lucas,
Mannix and President Appezzato - 5.
Absent: None.
PROCLAMATIONS AND SPECIAL ORDERS OF THE DAY
95-099 Proclamation declaring the month of February, 1995, as
Black History Month.
Mayor Appezzato read the proclamation and presented same to Maxine
Jackson, President, Alameda Branch, NAACP.
CONSENT CALENDAR
The following were removed from the Consent Calendar for
discussion: reports 95-108 regarding hardball facility, 95-109 on
Alameda Homebuyer Information Fair, and 95-110 concerning Quarterly
Sales Tax Report; and proposed ordinance 95-111 regarding payment
of debts.
Councilmember Lucas moved approval of the remainder of the Consent
Calendar, and Councilman Arnerich seconded the motion which carried
by unanimous voice vote - 5.
Items so enacted or adopted are indicated by an asterisk.
*95-100 Minutes of the Regular Council Meeting held February 7,
1995 and the Special Meetings held February 6, and 7, 1995.
Approved.
*95-101 Report from Public Works Director recommending adoption
of plans and specifications and calling for bids for Lincoln Park
playground improvements for the Alameda Recreation and Park
Department, No. P.W. 11-94-19. Accepted.
*95-102 Report from Public Works Director on utility
undergrounding priorities and recommending setting a date and time
for a Public Hearing to consider establishing certain underground
districts (Phase 4). Accepted.
*95-103 Report from Finance Director transmitting Investment
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Portfolio for period ending January 31, 1995.
*95-104 Resolution No. 12617 "Designating the Public Works
Director and City Manager to Act as Agents on Behalf of the City of
Alameda to the State Office of Emergency Services and Federal
Emergency Management Agency for All Matters Pertaining to Federal
Disaster Assistance for Winter Storms 1995." Adopted.
*95-105 Resolution No. 12618 "Authorizing an Application for
Grant Funds from the California Tire Recycling Management Fund and
Authorizing the Public Works Director to Execute All Required
Contracts and Documents." Adopted.
*95-106 Ordinance No. N.S. "Amending the Alameda Municipal
Code by Amending Section 5-20 (Charitable Solicitation Permits) of
Article II (Permits), Chapter V (Licenses and Permits), Thereof."
Introduced.
*95-107 Bills, certified by the City Manager to be true and
correct, were ratified in the sum of $3,290,299.47. Ratified.
95-108 Report from Public Works Director recommending approval
of Negative Declaration (IS-94-7) and Finding of No Significant
Impact for the development of a hardball facility and adopting
plans and specifications and calling for bids for City of Alameda
Recreation and Park Department, Hardball Facility at College of
Alameda, No. P.W. 02-95-04.
The following persons spoke in opposition to the hardball facility:
Joe Marischal, Alameda Soccer Club
James Lutton, Alameda
Don Peterson, Alameda Soccer Club
John Murphy, District Commissioner, CA Youth Soccer Association,
District IV.
John Whorton, Jack London Youth Soccer League
Russ Puryear, Alameda
Gary DeMoss, Alameda
John McCaskill, Alameda Soccer Club
James Mason, Alameda
Frank Reed, Alameda
Horst Breuer, Coach, Encinal High School
Dan Altemus, Jack London Youth Soccer League
John Ritchie, Alameda
Linda Walker, Alameda
Barbara Guenther, Alameda
Eugene Placencia, Alameda
John Fee, Alameda
Karen Simontacchi, Alameda
Lars Hansson, Alameda
Rob Rhodes, Alameda
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Derrick O'Neill, Alameda
Melissa Sun, Alameda Youth Soccer Club
Michelle Puryear, Alameda Soccer League.
The following persons spoke in support of the hardball facility:
Don Kecheley, Public Affairs Officer, College of Alameda
Bill Lietz, Alameda Baseball
Diane Bustos, Alameda Babe Ruth Baseball
Nancy Rogers, Alameda
Bill Dal Porto, Alameda Babe Ruth Baseball
Pat Bail, Alameda Babe Ruth Baseball
Karen Kellenberger, Alameda Babe Ruth Baseball
Toby Chavez, Member, Recreation Commission
Mike Torry, Alameda.
The following persons spoke in support of acquiring both hardball
and soccer facilities:
Thomas Caselli, Alameda
John Piziali, Alameda
Megan Frye, Girls Soccer League
Greg Wirth, Alameda.
Nick Cabral, Alameda, stated that the School District should open
its fields and gyms.
Councilman Arnerich noted Naval Air Station property will not be
available for some time; and the Alameda Unified School District's
fields should be made available to the public.
Councilman Arnerich stated he will be making a motion to approve
the baseball complex, enter into agreement, and expeditiously move
to obtain two championship soccer fields at Harbor Bay Isle.
Vice Mayor Mannix stated the City has worked on this project over
ten years, and has invested $80,000 to $100,000 in the project; the
Recreation Department must work closely with soccer players and the
School District; City needs more soccer fields and Council must
look at fields on Bay Farm Island.
Councilmember Lucas questioned why six acres at NAS are not being
looked at; has concerns about the acreage located in HBI; and she
will support the motion if portion regarding soccer fields is
removed.
Councilmember DeWitt stated a problem of equity exists, and he
cannot vote to go forward until he sees what is being done on
soccer fields.
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The City Manager stated two soccer fields have been built in the
last two years, Assistant City Manager and Recreation Manager have
been looking for ways to accommodate soccer; Recreation Manager
believes schedules can be changed, and is working with the School
District to meet the needs for soccer fields.
The Recreation Manager commented on the use of park facilities,
working with the School District, and rescheduling the use of
facilities to accommodate the situation; believes games played at
COA can be scheduled at other fields at non-traditional times; and
promises youth will have their recreational needs met.
Responding to Councilmember DeWitt concerning possible space
available at Encinal High and College of Alameda track, the City
Manager stated, if Council wishes staff to proceed, staff will
begin immediately to make every effort to look into the locations
and see schedules are accomplished.
Councilman Arnerich stated Thompson and Encinal High School Fields
and College of Alameda football field should be made available and
entities urged to make them available.
President Appezzato explained why he originally voted no on the
project; stated he is going to vote no because it is not a good
business deal; it does not make sense to spend a million dollars on
something the City cannot control or own; he believes City may be
able to obtain NAS property; and he will vote no on the motion;
discussed Harbor Bay Isle property; reviewed major projects in
City's budget, e.g. Golf Course Improvements; and stated City needs
to set priorities.
Councilman Arnerich moved to adopt the [staff] recommendation [to
approve Negative Declaration (IS-94-7), based on findings contained
in the Planning Board Resolution recommending approval, adopt plans
and specifications for construction of City of Alameda Recreation
and Park Department Hardball Facility at College of Alameda, No.
P.W. 02-95-04, and direct the City Clerk to advertise the same] to
move ahead with the approval of the baseball field at the College
of Alameda with the signed agreement City has with the Peralta
Community College District.
Vice Mayor Mannix seconded the motion.
Councilmember DeWitt stated he would like more assurance concerning
meeting soccer needs.
Diane Coler-Dark, Alameda, requested clarification on the motion;
and received same from the City Manager.
Councilman Arnerich read the staff recommendation. [See above.]
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Councilmember DeWitt made a substitute motion that Recreation
Department work with Soccer Club and make plans for alternate sites
immediately.
The substitute motion failed for lack of a second.
Councilman Arnerich's motion carried by the following roll call
vote: Arnerich: Aye; DeWitt: No; Lucas: Aye; Mannix: Aye; and
President Appezzato: No - 3 Ayes, 2 Noes.
Councilman Arnerich moved staff look at condition and availability
of land at NAS, if land can be acquired quickly, for two or more
soccer fields. Councilmember Lucas seconded the motion.
The motion carried by the unanimous voice vote - 5.
Councilman Arnerich moved that, if facilities take prolonged amount
of time, City should look into Harbor Bay Isle four-acre site City
purchased, and proceed with public hearings, work with AUSD,
Chamber of Commerce, private industry and see if the package can be
put together for two soccer fields.
President Appezzato stated he could not support that motion due to
cost of the ten acres.
The motion failed due to lack of a second.
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Council recessed at 10:00 p.m. and reconvened at 10:08 p.m.
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95-109 Report from Community Development Director recommending
Co-sponsorship of Alameda Homebuyer Information Fair.
Neil Patrick Sweeney urged employees and citizens to attend fair.
Councilmember Lucas moved staff recommendation that City be a co-
sponsor of the Fair. Councilman Arnerich seconded the motion.
Responding to Councilmember DeWitt, the City Manager stated the
City pays nothing, and is only putting up a banner.
The motion carried by unanimous voice vote - 5.
95-110 Report from Finance Director transmitting Quarterly Sales
Tax Report for period ending December 31, 1994 for sales
transactions in the third calendar quarter.
At the request of Gerhard Degemann, Alameda, the Finance Director
reviewed staff report and noted recent Council action regarding
Municipal Resource Consultants' services, e.g., education for local
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businesses on sales tax filings; and noted the receipts for 1994
reflected a one percent increase over the same period in 1993, and
City is in a slow recovery mode and a slight increase is
anticipated in sales tax revenues.
Councilmember DeWitt moved to accept the report. Councilman
Arnerich seconded the motion which carried by unanimous voice vote
- 5.
95-111 Ordinance No. , N.S. "Amending the Alameda Municipal
Code by adding Section 2-33 (Payments of Debts Owing to the City)
to Article III (Departments, Offices and Bureaus) of Chapter II
(Administration), Thereof, Authorizing the Acceptance of Negotiable
Instruments and Credit Cards for Payment of Debts Owing to the
City, and Authorizing the Rejection of Burdensome Unrolled Coins as
Payment of Debts to the City." Introduced.
[The item was pulled off the Consent Calendar for discussion by a
member of the public, who was not in attendance when the matter was
heard.]
Councilman Arnerich moved introduction of the ordinance.
Councilmember DeWitt seconded the motion which carried by unanimous
voice vote - 5.
REGULAR AGENDA
95-112 Resolution No. 12619 "Appointing Beverly Follrath
Johnson as a Member of the City Planning Board." Adopted.
Vice Mayor Mannix moved adoption of the resolution. Councilmember
Lucas seconded the motion which carried by unanimous voice vote -
5.
The Deputy City Clerk administered the Oath of Office.
95-113 Resolution No. 12620 "Appointing Noel W. Folsom as a
Member of the City Social Service Human Relations Board." Adopted.
Councilmember DeWitt moved adoption of the resolution. Councilman
Arnerich seconded the motion which carried by unanimous voice vote
- 5.
The Deputy City Clerk administered the Oath of Office.
95-114 Report from Councilmember Karin Lucas regarding Citizen
Participation in City Government.
Barbara Kerr, Alameda, expressed her concerns regarding the
protection of the First Amendment on freedom of speech.
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Charles O. Triebel, Jr., Attorney at Law, stated he submitted a
letter on this matter [Open letter to Chief of Police, 2-9-95]; has
observed elected and appointed public officials for twenty years;
vast majority wish to do a good job; however, when mistakes are
made, officials should admit to them and not become infused with an
illness of dissembling and stonewalling; and he believes he has
seen that here, and hopes Council's ministrations cures the
illness.
Councilmember Lucas stated she placed the item on agenda, wants it
to be clear free speech exists in Alameda at the City Council
Meetings; and suggested City Attorney explain the consequences of
the First Amendment to the City staff.
Vice Mayor Mannix stated if he thought the First Amendment was
violated at this or any other forum, he would be first in line to
protest; he believes an error was made; there is no doubt in his
mind that the intent was to carry out a directive to the Chief of
Police by City Manager, believes it was made in good faith, and
Council's good faith is represented by the fact it is listening to
this inquiry and authorized independent investigation (See
Paragraph No. 95-010, Petition requesting "removal of the non-
conforming building currently under construction in the rear yard
at 1574 Pacific Avenue."]; the situation is unfortunate; and could
have been rectified very simply; if an allegation is made against
a City employee, he would want to know if there is any basis to it;
he believes that is what the inquiry was formulated to do; had the
initiative not been taken out of proportion and persons sat down
and spoke to each other, the situation could have been clarified
and resolved quite easily.
Councilman Arnerich stated he has read Mr. Triebel's letter
carefully and he agrees with Vice Mayor Mannix; and he believes the
intent was to find out if there was any wrongdoing on the part of
any City employee.
Councilman Arnerich thanked Councilmember Lucas for placing matter
on the agenda.
Councilmember DeWitt suggested when there is a misunderstanding,
the advice of Mr. Triebel should be followed to solve the problem,
and he would like the City Manager to make a statement or, in some
other manner, resolve the issue.
President Appezzato stated he will await the Grand Jury's comments
before he makes a statement.
The City Manager stated it is part of his responsibility to
investigate complaints concerning City employees, especially a
complaint about possible criminal wrongdoing, and if citizens felt
they were harassed, he apologizes.
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President Appezzato thanked Councilmember Lucas for putting the
matter on agenda.
Councilmember Lucas stated that in the public arena, many charges
are leveled against public officials, and it is part of staff's job
to take criticism.
Eve Roberson, Alameda, reviewed the background of the matter and
stated the situation should not be trivialized; and stated she
believes an attempt has been made to infringe upon First Amendment
Rights.
President Appezzato stated the Grand Jury will most likely hear
this matter and he is not sure Council should comment at this time.
The City Attorney stated it is her understanding it will be heard
by the Grand Jury, and waiting for the Grand Jury to report is an
appropriate way to approach the matter.
Councilman Arnerich stated the matter was not ignored by
Councilmembers as it was agendized and Council has addressed the
matter.
Councilmember Lucas moved acceptance of the report. Councilmember
DeWitt seconded the motion which carried by unanimous voice vote -
5.
95-115 Appeal of a Planning Board approval of a Planned
Development Amendment for a Modification to Planned Development
Amendment, PDA-94-09, to permit the construction of 88 single
family homes at The Headlands (Tract 6226), Harbor Bay Isle
(Applicant: Aidan Barry for Harbor Bay Village V
Associates/Appellant: R. G. Anderson for the Promontory Pointe
Homeowners' Association Board of Directors); and
Resolution denying the Appeal by R.G. Anderson for
Promontory Pointe Homeowners' Association Board of Directors and
Sustaining the Planning Board approval of Planned Development
Amendment, PDA-94-09, the Headlands (Tract 6226), Harbor Bay Isle
Village V.
Resolution No. 12621 "Approving the Appeal by R.G.
Anderson for Promontory Pointe Homeowners' Association Board of
Directors and Modifying the Planning Board Approval of Planned
Development Amendment, PDA-94-09, the Headlands (Tract 6226),
Harbor Bay Isle Village V." Adopted.
The following speakers addressed Council on this matter.
Jon Rodgers, Alameda, stated his concerns about airport expansion;
and that he does not want the Airport hassled now or in the future
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by any complaints from residents when the homes are completed.
Aidan Barry, Applicant, noted the supplement report before Council
reflects the compromises arrived at by the Promontory Homeowners
Association and Harbor Bay Village V Associates; and he supports
it.
Responding to President Appezzato's query concerning whether it is
possible to build a 7000 square foot house on one of the lots, Mr.
Barry stated it would on one of the larger lots; and it would go
through two levels of review, the Headlands Project Architectural
Review Committee which includes two members appointed by the
community Board, and City Design Review.
Councilman Arnerich discussed the 48% footprint limitation and
potential changes with Mr. Barry.
R.G. Anderson, Secretary, Promontory Homeowners' Association Inc.
commented on the background of the matter and noted the Association
has reluctantly agreed to the compromise because Doric Development
agreed to the prohibition of flat-roofed homes at Headlands.
Councilman Arnerich moved to adopt resolution approving Appeal and
modifying Planning Board approval. Councilmember DeWitt seconded
the motion.
Councilmember DeWitt inquired if motion includes waiver of fee.
Mr. Anderson verified he and another resident of Promontory paid
the Appeal fee and were subsequently reimbursed by the Association.
President Appezzato requested matter of waiving fees be placed on
the March 7, 1995 Agenda.
The motion carried by unanimous voice vote - 5.
95-116 Report from Assistant City Manager regarding Financing
Golf Complex Public Improvements.
Councilmember DeWitt moved acceptance of the report. Vice Mayor
Mannix seconded the motion which carried by unanimous voice vote -
5.
95-117 Report from Public Works Director on recommending
override of protest and award of contract to All Marine Services
for Alameda Main Street Ferry Terminal Barge Rehabilitation
Project, No. P.W. 08-94-15.
Councilman Arnerich stated his concerns about the bid and removal
of contaminents in the barges and inquired if the firm has any
history of violations or being cited for illegal dumping; he wants
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the firm to be clean of any violations; and if the firm stands
clear, he has no problems and he will accept the bid which he
believes to be excessively low; however, work orders must not
exceed $95,000.
Responding to Councilman Arnerich, the City Manager stated that no
violations have been found against the low bidder, and further
checking will be done with the County and State for any
irregularities.
Councilman Arnerich moved to accept the recommendation to override
the protest and award the contract to All Marine Services, for an
amount not to exceed $95,000, contingent upon proper bonding and no
violations. Councilmember Lucas seconded the motion.
The Public Works Director responded to questions of President
Appezzato including all bidders knew that lead abatement is part of
the contract.
Councilman Arnerich confirmed that the motion includes overriding
the protest.
The motion was approved by unanimous voice vote - 5.
95-118 Report from Public Works Director recommending adoption
of plans and specifications and calling for bids for Washington
Park Tennis Court Resurfacing, No. P.W. 01-95-03, allocating
additional funds to CIP #90-39, and directing the City Manager to
award and execute the contract.
Councilman Arnerich moved acceptance of the recommendation.
Councilmember Lucas seconded the motion which carried by unanimous
voice vote - 5.
95-119 Report from Finance Director transmitting Quarterly
Financial Report for period ending December 31, 1994 and
recommending that (1) departmental appropriations be adjusted to
cover increased costs and (2) the City Manager be directed to
implement measures that would result in closing the
revenue/expenditure gap for Fiscal Year 1994/95.
Responding to Jon Rodgers, Alameda, the Finance Director provided
a brief summary of the report, and stated if everything goes as
planned the City will be short $611,416 and that is why the
recommendation is made that the City Manager be directed to look
for ways to close the gap.
Jon Rodgers, Alameda, Legislative Chairman, Aircraft Pilots of the
Bay Area; Member, Port of Oakland Customer Council, stated he does
not believe the Port of Oakland has been totally forthright with
City of Alameda, citizens, and users of the airport; and opposed
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EIR proposal and CLASS.
Pamela DeSimone, Chair, City Airport Operations Committee, provided
background information and noted the necessity to understand
through the Environmental Impact Report [EIR] the impact of major
expansion of airport.
Ed Wetherill, Citizens League for Aircraft Safety and Serenity
[CLASS], stated the group monitors airport noise and safety issues;
and the City must respond in a timely fashion to the federally
mandated Environmental Impact Report.
In response to Councilman Arnerich, the City Manager briefly
discussed the $105,000 proposal for review of the airport expansion
project, the impacts, and whether the airport has strategies
necessary to mitigate any impacts on Alameda citizens, through the
EIR, which requires expert testimony.
Councilmember DeWitt moved the recommendation that departmental
appropriations be adjusted to cover increased costs, and the City
Manager be directed to implement measures that would result in
closing the revenue/expenditure gap for fiscal year 1994-95. Vice
Mayor Mannix seconded the motion which carried by unanimous voice
vote - 5.
The City Manager stated it is his intent to effectuate savings from
various departments, and to the extent that would require any
changes in policy by Council or any curtailment of existing
programs, he would bring those back to Council; he may find some
ways to save or postpone certain expenditures whereby he would not
need to take actions regarding policies or reductions in programs,
and he would proceed directly with those.
Councilman Arnerich complimented City Manager and Finance
Department for an excellent report.
Councilmember Lucas stated that the airport expansion matter is an
important item and needs to be analyzed.
President Appezzato stated he would like the City Manager to look
at the big items on the appropriations adjustments: Fire, Police,
and capital improvements; and closely look at consultants, in
general.
The motion carried by unanimous voice vote - 5.
95-120 Report from Public Works Director regarding need to
increase the Storm Water Utility Fee.
Vice Mayor Mannix moved acceptance of the recommendation [to
schedule a public hearing for March 7, 1995 to consider a
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resolution authorizing increases to the Storm Water Utility Fee]
with the caveat that the CPI [Consumer Price Index] will be capped
at Fiscal Year 2000-2001.
Councilman Arnerich discussed golf course drainage improvements
with the Assistant City Manager and Public Works Director. The
Public Works Director stated he will report back with complete
details on March 7.
Council, by consensus, voted to approve the motion by unanimous
voice vote- 5.
95-121 Resolution No. "Authorizing the Reinstatement
of City of Alameda Membership in the Association of Bay Area
Governments."
Councilmember Lucas suggested the matter be held over to March 7th
Council Meeting in order to review City's financial situation in
the meantime.
The City Manager stated the pro-rated amount for this fiscal year
would be $3,185.
Following brief discussion on when the matter should be brought
back, Councilman Arnerich suggested waiting six months to
reconsider.
President Appezzato noted money saved by ABAG for the City.
Councilmember DeWitt expressed interest in belonging to ABAG due to
important issues coming up that affect Alameda and the Seaport
Commission.
Gene Leong, Executive Director, ABAG, stated the next Executive
Board Meeting will be the third Thursday of March, and will include
discussions on appointments to the Seaport Commission; and would
welcome Alameda.
Responding to President Appezzato, Mr. Leong confirmed Alameda is
the only city in Alameda County that is not a member; and that he
will be available for telephone calls by Councilmembers in the next
two weeks to provide information on savings provided the City.
Councilmember Lucas moved to hold the matter over for two weeks [to
March 7th Council Meeting]. Councilman Arnerich seconded the motion
which carried by unanimous voice vote - 5.
95-122a Resolution No. 12622 "Amending Master Fee Resolution
No. 12191 by Establishing an Appeal Processing Fee for the Purpose
of Appealing Decisions of Supervising Animal Control Officers."
Adopted.
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See 95-122b for Council action.
95-122b Ordinance No. 2686. N.S. "Amending the Alameda Municipal
Code by Amending Section 7-10 (Dangerous Animals) of Chapter VII
(Animal Control) Pertaining to Dangerous Animals." Final Passage.
John Scott Graham, Alameda, stated that an owner who commanded
their dog to attack should receive more than a misdemeanor charge;
and addressed the need for additional posting of signs.
Vice Mayor Mannix responded that if a dog's owner turned the dog
loose on someone and person was severely injured, that would be a
felony.
Councilmember Lucas moved adoption of resolution and final passage
of ordinance. Councilmember DeWitt seconded the motion which
carried by unanimous voice vote - 5.
95-123 Ordinance No. 2687. N.S. "Amending the Alameda Municipal
Code by Repealing Existing Section 24-5 (Smoking Control) of
Chapter XXIV (Public Health) and Adding a New Section 24-5 (Smoking
Control) Enforcing Labor Code Section 6404.5." Final Passage.
Councilmember Lucas moved final passage. Councilmember DeWitt
seconded the motion which carried by unanimous voice vote - 5.
ORAL COMMUNICATIONS. NON-AGENDA (Public Comment)
95-124 Eve Roberson, Alameda, requested a status report on
building permit violations at 1574 Pacific Avenue.
The City Manager responded that the information will be provided
tomorrow [2-22-95].
95-125 John Scott Graham, Alameda, stated that the City should
use the Linoaks Motel property for senior citizen housing.
95-126 Stevon Schwartz, Alameda, thanked Council for providing
funds for investigation on the 1574 Pacific Avenue property; stated
John T. Trumbo [Architect] was nominated as the independent
investigator, and because Council wanted residents to be satisfied
with the choice, Pacific Avenue residents request two weeks to
evaluate his resume and credentials.
95-127 Don Roberts, Alameda, stated that the Brown Act was
changed to allow responses to citizens' specific questions on
matters not on the Council Meeting agenda.
Mayor Appezzato requested the City Attorney to bring back
information regarding the issue.
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COUNCIL COMMUNICATIONS (Communications from Council)
95-128 Councilmember Lucas reported that the neighbors near
Longfellow Park would like the public telephone located on Linden
Street, alleged to be used by drug dealers, relocated into the
park.
95-129 Vice Mayor Mannix requested a report on the benefits
derived from job application fees.
95-130 Mayor Appezzato stated that he is placing on the agenda
for Council's approval, a request from AC Transit to adopt a
Resolution supporting the establishment of a multi-modal transit
center in downtown San Francisco.
95-131 Consideration of Mayor's appointment to the Airport
Operations Committee.
Mayor Appezzato appointed Councilmember DeWitt to the Airport
Operations Committee.
ADJOURNMENT
95-132 President Appezzato adjourned the meeting at 12:10 a.m.
in memory of Helen Schulte, a retired City Finance Department
employee.
Respectfully submitted,
DI E B. FELSCH, CMC
Deputy City Clerk
The agenda for this meeting was posted 72 hours in advance.
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