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1988-07-05 Regular CC MinutesREGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ALAMEDA HELD TUESDAY JULY 5, 1988 The meeting convened at 7:40 p.m. (at the conclusion of the Closed Session to discuss personnel matters, and the Housing Authority Commission meeting) with President Corica presiding. The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Councilmember Camicia. Rev. Richard Stinson gave the invocation. ROLL CALL - MINUTES Present: Councilmembers Camicia, Haugner, Monsef, Thomas, and President Corica - 5. Absent: None. The City Clerk noted that the minutes for the Regular Council Meeting of June 21, 1988, will be considered at the next Council Meeting. CONSENT CALENDAR At the request of Arline Martin, 381 Anchor Way, Raven's Cove Townhomes Association, Item No. 1 -J regarding the Bridge View Isle Bicycle Staging Area (See 88 -449) was removed from the Consent Calendar to the regular agenda; and at the request of Councilmember Thomas, Item No. 1 -B regarding the Grant Agreement with the American Red Cross (See 88 -450) and Item No. 1 -F regarding the Grant Agreement with the United Pilipinos of Alameda (See 88 -451) were removed from the Consent Calendar to the regular agenda. councilmember Camicia made a motion to approve the Consent Calendar with the exception of the above- mentioned items. Councilmember Monsef seconded the motion and it was carried by unanimous voice vote - 5. Items so enacted or adopted are indicated by an asterisk. REPORTS AND RECOMMENDATIONS *88 -408 From Interim City Manager transmitting Mayor's comments regarding the County Hazardous Waste Management Plan. RESOLUTIONS *88 -409 Resolution No. 11495 "Authorizing execution of Grant Agreement with Alameda Unified School District for Summer Child Care for the School Age Parent and Infant Development Program for Fiscal Year 1988 - 1989." Adopted. *88 -410 Resolution No. 11496 "Authorizing execution of Grant Agreement with Bananas, Inc., for Child Care Vouchers for Fiscal Year 1988 - 1989." Adopted. *88 -411 Resolution No. 11497 "Authorizing execution of Grant Agreement with Bay Area Community Services, Inc. for Four Bridges July 5, 1988 Job Development Program for Fiscal Year 1988 - 1989." Adopted. *88 -412 Resolution No. 11498 "Authorizing execution of Grant Agreement with the Economic Development Corporation of Alameda for operating, small business development, and equity participation funds for Fiscal Year 1988 -89." Adopted. *88 -413 Resolution No. 11499 "Authorizing reprogramming of Fiscal Year 1988 -89 CDBG Contingency Funds to administration for Community Development Department Office Rent." Adopted. *88 -414 Resolution No. 11500 "Declaring canvass of votes by the Registrar of Voters of Alameda County of the Special Municipal Election consolidated with the Primary Election of the State of California held on Tuesday, June 7, 1988." Adopted. [Measure E: Yes: 8,336 No: 5,628 Total: 13,964 Measure E failed because two - thirds vote is required for passage.] *88 -415 Resolution No. 11501 "Authorizing execution of agreement with East Bay Municipal Utility District to provide normal water supply facilities for Harbor Bay Business park, North Loop Road, Assessment District 84 -4." Adopted. *88 -416 Resolution No. 11502 "Resolution of Intention to vacate a Sanitary Sewer Easement located at the northeast corner of Park Street and Otis Drive, fixing time and date for Hearing, and ordering publication and posting of Notice." Adopted. *88 -417 Resolution No. 11503 "Authorizing transfer of funds for telephone conduit installation on Shore Line Drive, P.W. No. 5- 88 -8." Adopted. FILING *88 -418 Affidavit of Interim City Manager and Chief of Police pursuant to Section 17 -11 of the Charter of the City of Alameda. Approved. BILLS *88 -419 A List of Claims, certified by the Interim City Manager to be correct, was approved in the sum of $1,980,107.25. * * * * * * * * ** RETURN TO REGULAR AGENDA Councilmember Thomas made a motion to take Items Nos. 9 through 20, resolutions regarding appointments to Boards and Commissions, (See 88 -420 through 88 -431 out of order. Councilmember Haugner seconded the motion and it was carried by unanimous voice vote - 5. 88 -420 Resolution No. 11504. "Appointing Theodore Stainback as a member of the Library Board." Adopted. Councilmember Monsef made a motion to adopt the resolution. Councilmember Thomas seconded the motion and it was carried by July 5, 1988 191 unanimous voice vote - 5. The City Clerk administered the oath to Mr. Stainback. 88-421 Resolution No. 11505 "Reappointing Raymond E. Anderson as a member of the Civil Service Board." Adopted. Councilmember Haugner made a motion to adopt the resolution. Councilmember Monsef seconded the motion and it was carried by unanimous voice vote - 5. The City Clerk administered the oath to Mr. Anderson. 88-422 Resolution No. 11506 "Reappointing Douglas Durein as a member of the Public Utilities Board." Adopted. Councilmember Monsef made a motion to adopt the resolution. Councilmember Haugner seconded the motion and it was carried by unanimous voice vote - 5. See 88-434 for administration the oath to Mr. Durein. 88-423 Resolution No. 11507 "Reappointing Paul Berger as a member of the Social Service Human Relations Board." Adopted. Councilmember Monsef made a motion to adopt the resolution. Councilmember Thomas seconded the motion and it was carried by unanimous voice vote - 5. The City Clerk administered the oath to Paul Berger. 88-424 Resolution No. 11508 "Reappointing Michael Richards as a member of the Social Service Human Relations Board." Adopted. Councilmember Camicia made a motion to adopt the resolution. Councilmember Monsef seconded the motion and it was carried by unanimous voice vote - 5. Mr. Richards was unable to be present. 88-425 Resolution No. 11509 "Appointing William P. Barry as a member of the Housing Commission." Adopted. Councilmember Camicia made a motion to adopt the resolution. Councilmember Haugner seconded the motion and it was carried by unanimous voice vote - 5. The City Clerk administered the oath to Mr. Barry. 88-426 Resolution 11510 "Appointing Jaime G. DeLeon as a member of the Housing Commission." Adopted. Councilmember Camicia made a motion to adopt the resolution. Councilmember Thomas seconded the motion and it was carried by unanimous voice vote - 5. July 5, 1988 192 The City Clerk administered the oath to Mr. DeLeon. 88-427 Resolution No. 11511 "Appointing Clayton W. Guyton as a member of the Housing Commission." Adopted. Councilmember Haugner made a motion to adopt the resolution. Councilmember Camicia seconded the motion and it was carried by unanimous voice vote - 5. The City Clerk administered the oath to Mr. Guyton. 88-428 Resolution No. 11512 "Appointing Deanna D. Johe as a member of the Housing Commission." Adopted. Councilmember Thomas made a motion to adopt the resolution. Councilmember Monsef seconded the motion and it was carried by unanimous voice vote - 5. The City Clerk administered the oath to Ms. Johe. 88-429 Resolution No. 11513 "Appointing Bruce C. Reeves as a member of the Housing Commission." Adopted. Councilmember Thomas made a motion to adopt the resolution. Councilmember Camicia seconded the motion and it was carried by unanimous voice vote - 5. The City Clerk administered the oath to Mr. Reeves. 88-430 Resolution No. 11514 "Appointing Charles A. Tillman as a member of the Housing Commission." Adopted. Councilmember Thomas made a motion to adopt the resolution. Councilmember Monsef seconded the motion and it was carried by unanimous voice vote - 5. The City Clerk administered the oath to Mr. Tillman. 88-431 Resolution No. 11515 "Appointing William Trujillo as a member of the Housing Commission." Adopted. Councilmember Camicia made a motion to adopt the resolution. Councilmember Thomas seconded the motion and it was carried by unanimous voice vote - 5. Mr. Trujillo was unable to be present. WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS 88-432 From Michael Rawson, Legal Aid Society of Alameda County, 4450 East 14th Street, Oakland, regarding replacement of the low cost housing lost by the conversion of the Buena Vista Apartments. Mr. Rawson commented on funding sources for development of affordable housing; and possible actions that could be taken toward provision of housing e.g., tax increment funds, Proposition July 5, 1988 193 77 bonding authority for production of affordable housing, other bond issues, and alternatives to Measure A. In response to President Corica, Mr. Rawson stated Alameda needs a program to produce apartments. Councilmember Thomas, requested, regarding Mr. Rawson's reference to selling bonds, what the repayment source would be, to which Mr. Rawson replied it would be from rents, and expanded on the process. Councilmember Thomas inquired how the City could build cheaper than it could buy and not have to make the housing market rate. Mr. Rawson stated that using a non-profit developer or a Housing Authority and developer, removes the profit picture. Following a brief discussion on the percentage of subsidized or assisted housing, and fair market value apartments, President Corica stated the matter would be reviewed when the Housing Element is discussed; that an amendment to Measure A was tried in 1984, Alamedans voted against the amendment and he is opposed to any effort to bypass Measure A; and all of Council support Measure A. President Corica inquired if Mr. Rawson has approached large developers and asked them if they will build affordable housing, to which Mr. Rawson replied they would probably say they cannot build affordable housing because they cannot build apartments. President Corica stated that is what Measure A is all about. Councilmember Thomas stated there is an allowable increase in density available and it was suggested that Harbor Bay Isle pursue moderate and low-income dwellings, and it was proposed in the EIR or the General Plan that they could receive a density waiver if they agreed to do that. Mr. Rawson inquired, if Harbor Bay Isle would agree to that, would the City agree to subsidize those units more, because even with the density bonus, there would not be the density necessary to build affordable housing unless there is some outside subsidy, and asked if that is a possibility. Councilmember Thomas stated possibly the bonds that were passed could help to which Mr. Rawson replied the bonds (Proposition 77) will be backed up by the State, will be in great demand, and Alameda should apply for its portion. Clayton Guyton, 457 Buena Vista, #305, stated there is a possibility that in six months, Bridgeport (former Buena Vista Apartments) will be in the same situation as last year, their vouchers may not be acceptable to the owner, and some consideration should be given to the 200 families affected. Edward Murphy, 2618 Janis Circle, commented the City is charged by the State to make a good faith effort to provide affordable housing regardless of what the majority of the City want; and suggested July 5, 1988 194 apartment units where renters would be required by covenant to have no automobiles, to avoid additional traffic problems. Councilmember Camicia stated some people in this community need help and the reason he requested a Housing Commission be formed, is to address those needs; part of the reason for City government is to help those who cannot help themselves; and perhaps the first task of the Housing Commission should be to decide what can be built, and do something about the problem, providing for the needy but also helping those in low-cost housing to be able to come out of it and lessen the need for low-cost housing in this community. Councilmember Monsef moved the communication be accepted. Councilmember Thomas seconded the motion which was carried by unanimous voice vote - 5. 88-433 From Hanford Chew, 2043 Whitehall Place, regarding barricade to control traffic on warm weekends. President Corica commented that Mr. Chew has been concerned because sometimes it is difficult for residents to get in because of the barricades, and the report of the Chief of Police indicates the difficulty has been resolved. Councilmember Haugner made a motion to accept the communication. Councilmember Monsef seconded the motion and it was carried by unanimous voice vote - 5. 88-434 Douglas Durein arrived at the meeting and the Oath was administered to him by the City Clerk due to his reappointment to the Public Utilities Board. (See 88-422) 88-435 From Lois Pryor, H.O.P.E. Treasurer, 1814 Clinton Avenue, requesting the City of Alameda to provide interim housing counseling services. Ms. Pryor expressed concern regarding telephone inquiries for counseling; stated the H.O.P.E. office closed last Thursday, and the City should be referring people to the agencies that can help. The Interim City Manager stated the Community Development Department has prepared a list of agencies which will be provided to other departments, so inquirers' questions can be answered. Councilmember Camicia stated the Alameda County Homeless Task Force has been referred to him as an agency willing on an interim basis to handle the problem; it would be well to refer people to a service that can help them, and the possibility should be investigated tomorrow, and Ms. Pryor stated H.O.P.E. would wait another day, for the City's response. Councilmember Camicia made a motion to accept the communication. Councilmember Haugner seconded the motion, and it was carried by the following voice vote: Ayes: Councilmembers Camicia, Haugner, Monsef, and President Corica - 4. Noes: Councilmember Thomas - 1. Absent: None. July 5, 1988 1.90 Councilmember Thomas stated she was unable to vote on the matter because she did not receive the report in time to study. HEARINGS 88-436 Consideration of proposed Operating Budget and Capital Improvements/Gas Tax Budgets for Fiscal Year 1988-89. President Corica explained the procedure of the hearing. The Interim City Manager explained the background of the subject and noted the changes to the budget, based upon comments of the Council at the Budget Work Session. The public portion of the hearing was opened. The following persons addressed Council: Gail Wetzwork, 3452 Capella Lane, President, Alameda Chamber of Commerce. Ann Hulen, Executive Director of the Chamber of Commerce, 2314 Central Avenue. Charles Tillman, 2415 Roosevelt Drive. The public portion of the hearing was closed. Councilmember Monsef requested the Interim City Manager comment regarding the Chamber of Commerce (Chamber), to which the Interim City Manager stated he believes the Chamber provides a needed service, has been able to quantify the work they have done for the City; and the budget contains a $7200 surplus. In response to Councilmember Thomas's inquiry, the Finance Director replied total business license tax revenue is projected at $750,000 and 600 members of the Chamber would be paying over $45,000. Councilmember Monsef stated other communities over the years have supported their Chambers, believes the money is well-spent; hopes the Chamber will take an aggressive role in seeking membership; believes the City should extend some support until the Chamber can become self-sufficient; and made a motion to accept the budget, balance the budget to zero-zero, and allocate the $7,237 to the Chamber of Commerce. Councilmember Haugner seconded the motion. Councilmember Thomas stated the Chamber is a special interest, remaining money should not be spent for it, and will vote no. Councilmember Haugner stated she appreciates funds needed for the Police Department but believes $7000 would not help them very much. President Corica stated he appreciates what the Chamber is doing but believes other things can be done with that money. Councilmember Camicia stated he cannot support the Chamber; the City gave, through UDAG and CDBG funds, toward advertising and July 5, 1988 196 promotion of business districts; and the business districts and Chamber should work together for the same resources. The motion failed by the following voice vote: Ayes: Councilmembers Monsef and Haugner - 2. Noes: Councilmembers Camicia, Thomas and President Corica - 3. Absent: None. Councilmember Haugner moved acceptance of the budget. Councilmember Monsef seconded the motion and it was carried by unanimous voice vote - 5. Councilmember Haugner moved the related resolution be taken out of order. Councilmember Camicia seconded the motion, and it was carried by unanimous voice vote - 5. 88-437 Resolution No. 11516 "Approving and adopting an amended Operating Budget and Capital Improvements/Gas Tax Budget for Fiscal Year 1988-89 and appropriating certain moneys for the expenditures provided in said Budget for said Fiscal Year." Adopted. Councilmember Haugner made a motion for adoption of the resolution. Councilmember Monsef seconded the motion and it was carried by unanimous voice vote - 5. 88-438 Consideration of proposed Negative Declaration IS-88-8 and Tentative Map 5850 for subdivision of six lots on 0.63 acres in order to construct six single-family homes at Old Alameda Pointe and Oleander Avenue. Applicant: Pulte Homes Corporation. President Corica explained the procedure of the hearing, noting that the Planning Board has recommended approval. The Planning Director explained the background. The public portion of the meeting was opened. On the call for proponents, the following persons spoke: Joe Pupello, 1164 Old Alameda Point, Lighthouse Cove Homeowners. Larry Jones, 1149 Old Alameda Point, Lighthouse Cove Homeowners. Sam Young, 530 Queens Road, Attorney for Pulte Homes. Richard Baker, President, Pulte Homes of Northern California 5976 W. Las Positas Blvd., Pleasanton. On the call for opponents, the following person spoke: Fred Scullin, 1120 Chestnut Street. A statement was made by Charles Wesley Foster, Port of Oakland, 66 Jack London Square, Oakland, that the Port forwarded correspondence to the Alameda Planning Board and Council regarding the Project; major items have been addressed and the one issue to be addressed is the avigation easement or some type of noise easement. The public portion of the hearing was closed. July 5, 1988 197 Councilmember Thomas stated she does not believe the matter can be voted on because there are two corner lots and there is no exception that they be less than 60 feet wide which is a [Subdivision Ordinance] requirement, though it contains an exception that they be less than 50 feet wide; if the lots are turned, there would be no corner lots and would be more acceptable; with a minimum of 20 foot setbacks there would be more off-street parking in addition to the garages; agreed with Mr. Scullin that the Safety Element requires no more than twenty-five persons per gross acre; and cannot vote for it in the present configuration. A discussion ensued regarding procedure for changing the Map. Sam Young, attorney for Pulte Homes, submitted to Council a graphic rendition of what he verbally stated and was anticipated based upon Council statements, showing the six lots flipped, with the last lot being 55.59 feet. Councilmember Camicia requested how much more expensive the reconfigured homes would cost to build compared to the other homes in the development, to which Mr. Young stated it would be less expensive, allowing for better landscaping in the park and median strip for the community; the cost would be the same but with more benefit to the community. Councilmember Monsef asked for comment on 5 units instead of 6 units, and whether there were double garages, to which Mr. Young responded the developer could make 5 units and pass the cost to the buyers, but it would not be in the best interests of the project as it would be out of step with the other forty lots and would be mixing economic groups in the same homeowners association with common goals and common needs; and stated there are double garages and room for two cars with a 20 to 24 foot setback. To Councilmember Thomas's inquiry regarding City's first-time home buyers program, the Community Development Director responded that bonds under the past program had to be refinanced because the interest rate was no longer competitive; the City has not had a good experience in the past with single-family mortgage issues, but the matter can be explored again. Councilmember Thomas moved to refer the matter back to the Planning Board with the instructions to review the turned lots for compliance with the PD, with the second condition that noise and avigation easements be worked out with the Developer and the Port of Oakland, and third, that the developer make a good faith effort into looking into some way of buying-down financing, for first-time homebuyers, on those six lots. Councilmember Monsef seconded the motion. The motion was carried by unanimous voice vote - 5. 88-439 Consideration of Vesting Tentative Map Tract 4499, a Subdivision of a portion of Tract 4290, for 42 residential lots and five common area lots on 7.87 acres at Vista Pointe, Village IV. Applicant: Harbor Bay Village IV Associates. President Corica explained the procedure of the hearing. July 5, 1988 198 The Planning Director explained the background of the matter. The public portion of the hearing was opened. On the call for proponents, the following spoke: Thomas Lisky, 1177 California Street, San Francisco. Steve Brimhall, Executive Vice-President, Doric Development, 1141 Harbor Bay Parkway. Larry Osorio, 14411 Seagate Drive, San Leandro. Liyah E. Zhadan, (No address available) Steve Polevoi, 1895 Huxley Court, San Jose. On the call for opponents, the following spoke: Fred Scullin, 1120 Chestnut Street The public portion of the hearing was closed. To Councilmember Camicia's inquiry to Mr. Brimhall regarding his comment earlier on conditions [regarding shoreline/schools and RV storage sites], Mr. Brimhall replied his understanding was that the two conditions on the map would not be part of the map because they would be settled in the Court, however, if the City Council chose to leave them on the map, that would be acceptable under two conditions: that it specifically refer to enforcement of them, that it be by Court Order, and that the developer be allowed to put additional testimony into the record at tonight's hearing regarding Condition 4 which is the RV storage. Councilmember Monsef inquired if the EIR is sufficient, and the Planning Director replied that was what the Planning Board found. Councilmember Monsef inquired if that is what the Planning Director recommended also, to which the Planning Director stated it was. Councilmember Monsef then asked if the Planning Director is now saying that the EIR is insufficient, to which the Planning Director stated he has simply prepared alternative findings upon Councilmember request, and staff generated language related to those concerns. President Corica inquired if the Planning Board saw these findings, to which the Planning Director replied they did not, as the Councilmember request was subsequent to the Board's action. Councilmember Haugner requested clarification that the findings were wording rather than a conclusion and is not a recommendation, to which the Planning Director replied that was correct. President Corica referred to the last paragraph of the findings which state applicant has not complied with all the conditions of approval for Tract 3810. Councilmember Camicia stated the Planning Board and the Court have July 5, 1988 decided in favor of the Applicant and the people who want to buy the homes, and because the Planning Board, staff and Court believe Council should approve this, clearly, Council should. President Corica stated he will not be voting for anything for Harbor Bay Isle until such time as the open space is taken care of. Councilmember Thomas discussed the matter of schools, shoreline property, the EIR, recreational vehicle parking and minor engineering conditions; stated the financial situation of the developer is not the best, and the City may have to sue the sub- developers, and moved to deny the vesting tentative Map, based on the findings presented by the Planning Director. Councilmember Monsef seconded the motion. Mr. Brimhall responded to President Corica's remarks on conditions regarding Tract 3810, noting one of the conditions of the Planning Board resolution, which the developer previously indicated was acceptable, Condition No. 3, states that conditions of Resolution No. 950 will be met with exception of Condition No. 34; stated a 20 -page memorandum was submitted to the Planning Department and the Community tracking all conditions of Tract 3810 and shows there are four minor conditions not complied with; the Developer is asking for audit by the City and Community, and has no problem making release of their bond conditioned upon the meeting of all requirements; so the Developer could be allowed to go ahead with the houses while being held to the conditions. President Corica stated all that must be done is to settle the open space conditions before everything is completely built out. Councilmember Thomas stated Mr. Brimhall would like to negotiate, but the Developer's attorney should talk to the City Attorney and produce a development agreement discussing concerns of both sides. Councilmember Haugner stated negotiation is what is missing, and there should be give and take instead of always ending up in Court. The motion was carried by the following voice vote: Ayes: Councilmembers Monsef, Thomas, and President Corica - 3. Noes: Councilmembers Camicia and Haugner - 2. Absent: None. 88 -440 Resolution No. "Approving Vesting Tentative Map 4499 located at Seaview Parkway, Tralee Lane and Dublin Way, finding said Vesting Tentative Map consistent with the City's General Plan and determining that discharge of water into the sewer system will not violate regional water quality control regulations (Harbor Bay Village IV Associates, subdivider)." Disapproved. Councilmember Thomas made a motion to disapprove the resolution on the basis of the findings presented by the Planning Director. Councilmember Monsef seconded the motion and it was carried by the following voice vote: Ayes: Councilmember Monsef, Thomas and President Corica - 3. Noes: Councilmembers Camicia and Haugner - 2. Absent: None. 88 -441 Consideration of an amendment to the existing Disadvantaged July 5, 1989 200 Business Program in accordance with the 1987 Surface Transportation and Uniform Relocation Assistance Act. President Corica explained the procedure of the hearing. The Public Works Director explained the background of the matter. The public portion of the hearing was opened. On the call for proponents, there were none. On the call for opponents, there were none. The public portion of the hearing was closed. Councilmember Monsef made a motion to take the resolution out of order. Councilmember Haugner seconded the motion and it was carried by unanimous vote vote - 5. 88 -442 Resolution No. 11517 "Amending the existing Disadvantaged Business Program in accordance with the 1987 Surface Transportation and Uniform Relocation Assistance Act." Adopted. Councilmember Haugner made a motion to adopt the resolution. Councilmember Monsef seconded the motion which was carried by unanimous voice vote - 5. REPORTS AND RECOMMENDATIONS 88 -443 From Interim City Manager on meter -free Saturday parking program. John Scott Graham, 1728 Tregloan Court, stated he has appreciated meter -free Saturdays; it is not fair to the public to always charge and cause the public to be constantly worried about ticketing. Diane Coler -Dark, 2857 Jackson Avenue, Park Street Business Association, stated December is a bad time to discontinue the program; and encouraged Council to not think of the immediate meter revenues but the greater potential tax or revenue base from a healthy business area. Following discussion on time periods, the Interim City Manager suggested discontinuance January 15, 1989, for two months, data development and a report back to Council. Councilmember Camicia moved accordingly. Councilmember Haugner seconded the motion and it was carried by unanimous voice vote - 5. RESOLUTIONS 88 -444 Resolution No. 11518 "Establishing Appropriation Limit for Fiscal Year 1988 -89. Councilmember Thomas made a motion to adopt the resolution. July 5, 1989 201 Councilmember camicia seconded the motion and it was carried by unanimous voice vote - 5. 88 -445 Resolution No. "Approving Tentative Map 5850, a six lot subdivision located at Oleander Avenue and Old Alameda Point, finding said Tentative Map consistent with the City's General Plan and determining that discharge of water into the sewer system will not violate regional water quality control regulations." (Pulte Homes Corporation, subdivider) Not heard, as related hearing motion sent the matter to the Planning Board. (See 88 -438) 88 -446 Resolution No. 11519 "Authorizing Issuance of Bonds. (Marina Village Assessment District 84 -3, Series 88 -1)" Adopted. Councilmember Thomas moved adoption Councilmember Monsef seconded the motion. of the resolution. The motion was carried by unanimous voice vote - 5. 88 -447 Resolution No. 11520 "Awarding Sale of Bonds.(Marina Village Assessment District 84 -3, Series 88 -1)" Adopted. Councilmember Monsef made a motion for adoption and Councilmember Haugner seconded the motion. Councilmember Thomas stated perhaps the money for the usual closing dinner could be better used elsewhere. The motion was carried by unanimous voice vote - 5. 88 -448 Resolution No. "Resolution of General Obligation Bond proposed by East Bay Regional Park District. Tabled. Councilmember Monsef inquired what the City of Alameda will get out of this bond. The Recreation and Parks Director stated it is not determined yet, as the allocation formula is not determined nor is the size of the bond; if there is a $200,000,000 bond, the City would receive approximately $3,000,000. President Corica suggested the seawall be considered, to which the Recreation and Parks Director stated that would be a possibility. Councilmember Haugner stated the important thing would be to work toward getting 50% allocation for the local municipal projects. Councilmember Thomas stated she would like to see how this works with the state -wide initiative recently passed for similar purposes and it would be necessary to see the proposals. President Corica stated he would hate to be in a position where there would be no possibility to save Shoreline Drive, that there have been times when the conduits were exposed due to a bad storm, July 5, 1988 202 believes a seawall close to Shoreline Drive, to protect the Drive and yet keep the beach, would be of great benefit to the City; and perhaps if the EBRPD wants Council's endorsement, Council should request the seawall and see how the EBRPD responds. The Recreation Director stated he is to provide a list to the EBRPD, which he will bring before Council, and the EBRPD is to provide a list also of the projects they are interested in, as well as other jurisdictions, and then a final list will be produced. President Corica suggested the idea of a seawall be submitted to the EBRPD, and support be delayed until they respond. Councilmember Thomas stated she would like to see the rest of the projects; the EBRPD is considering the development of the San Leandro Beach; there is a complete pathway around the City's dump site and she would like to know if that is on the list in view of the fact that they want a complete pathway around the perimeter of the Bay; and she believes Council should see what is being done before committing to the resolution. Councilmember Monsef stated he does not believe further information will come from EBRPD and suggested Council not pass the resolution. President Corica stated he believes the resolution should be tabled until the Recreation Director informs the Park District of Council's concern, and the EBRPD responds. The Recreation Director stated the projects are all to be submitted, there will be a committee to review all the projects and the funding before deciding on the amount of bond to request. Councilmember Thomas made a motion to table the matter until more information is received. Councilmember Monsef seconded the motion and it was carried by the following, voice vote: Ayes: Councilmembers Camicia, Monsef, Thomas, and President Corica - 4. Noes: Councilmember Haugner - 1. Absent: None. 88 -449 Resolution No. 11521 "Adopting Plans and Specifications and calling for bids for Bridge View Isle Bicycle Staging Area , P.W. No. 5- 87 -12, and directing City Clerk to advertise same." Adopted. Arline Martin, representing the Board of Directors, Ravens Cove Homeowners Association, 381 Anchor Way, stated the Association is in favor of the bike path staging area and the landscaping, and some of the residents are willing to donate trees; voiced concerns for the bike path and appropriately placed signs; and noted the Association's input should have been considered before this resolution for authorization for bids. The Public Works Director questioned Mrs. Martin on her specific concerns regarding signage, and stated he will meet with Mrs. Martin to discuss her concerns; and noted the signage Mrs. Martin is requesting is not part of the project under this resolution. Councilmember Camicia made a motion to adopt the resolution. July 5, 1988 903 for the bike path and appropriately placed signs; and noted the Association's input should have been considered before this resolution for authorization for bids. The Public Works Department questioned Mrs. Martin on her specific concerns regarding signage, and stated he will meet with Mrs. Martin to discuss her concerns; and noted the signage Mrs. Martin is requesting is not part of the project under this resolution. Councilmember Camicia made a motion to adopt the resolution. Councilmember Haugner seconded the motion and it was carried by unanimous voice vote - 5. 88-450 Resolution 11522 Authorizing execution of Grant Agreement with American Red Cross/Alameda Chapter for ancillary services for the homeless for Fiscal Year 1988-89." Adopted. Councilmember Thomas stated she had removed this item and the next one from the Consent Calendar because they are for services for the homeless in the amounts of $17,389 and $15,600, and it should be acknowledged that Council is allocating these funds for the homeless. Councilmember Thomas moved adoption of the resolution. Councilmember Monsef seconded the motion and it was carried by unanimous voice vote - 5. 88-451 Resolution 11523 "Authorizing execution of Grant Agreement with United Pilipinos of Alameda for Emergency Shelter Services for Fiscal Year 1988-1989." Adopted. Councilmember Thomas moved adoption of the resolution. Councilmember Camicia seconded the motion and it was carried by unanimous voice vote - 5. INTRODUCTION OF ORDINANCES 88-451a Ordinance No. , N.S. "Amending Title II of the Alameda Municipal Code defining Written Communications to include Oral Communications." Introduced. The Interim City Manager noted the ordinance would permit staff to place vague written communications under Oral Communications to discourage vague communications. The Interim Ctiy Manager also commented that such communications provide no opportunity for staff to give Council any report or recommendation. Councilmember Camicia concurred and made a motion to introduce the ordinance. Councilmember Thomas seconded the motion and it was carried by unanimous voice vote - 5. NEW BUSINESS 88-452 Councilmember Haugner requested further clarification on the procedure regarding written communications. July 5, 1988 204 information on it, and stated he would like to see Alameda take a strong stand on the matter. 88-454 Councilmember Haugner distributed an article to Council on the bleak forecast for low-rent housing. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS, GENERAL 88-455 Fred Scullin, 1120 Chestnut Street, commented on the Executive Strategic Planning Committee meeting of June 15th. ADJOURNMENT The meeting was adjourned at 11:15 p.m. At the request of Councilmember Haugner, the meeting was adjourned in memory of Antonio Corica, a much respected member of the community, and father of the Mayor. Respectfully submitte (Th DIANE B. FELSCH, CMC City Clerk The agenda for this meeting was posted 72 hours in advance in accordance with the Brown Act. July 5, 1988