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SPECIAL MEETING OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ALAMEDA
THURSDAY AUGUST 7, 1986
The meeting convened at 7:30 p.m. with Vice Mayor Monsef presiding as
Acting President. The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Vice Mayor
Monsef.
ROLL CALL Present: Councilmembers Corica, Hanna, Lucas, and
Acting President Monsef - 4.
(Councilmember Corica arrived at 7:55 p.m.)
Absent: Mayor Diament - 1.
RESOLUTIONS
86-483 President Monsef announced that the Special Meeting was
scheduled at the request of the City Council and the Council by a vote
of four (4) to one (1) requested the City Attorney to prepare a
proposed amendment to the City Charter in regard to the term of office
of City officials, elected or appointed.
The City Attorney explained the purpose of the two resolutions before
Council for consideration.
Councilmember Lucas requested the City Attorney to review his
memorandum, dated August 6; specifically, the four points in favor of
the proposed Measure B (see Resolution No. 10989, proposal 2 ).
Following the City Attorney's summary, Councilmember Lucas noted that
Measure B would eliminate vacancies which would have to be filled by
appointment.
Barbara Thomas, 1118 Paru Street, stated that the meeting was in
violation of the Brown Act.
The City Attorney responded that a lawsuit had been filed and a
Temporary Restraining Order denied. The City Attorney added that he
did not believe notice of the meeting was inadequate, and
Councilmembers were not committing a misdemeanor. The City Attorney
noted that ratification is a well accepted doctrine, and would like to
ratify the Council's action on Monday, August 15.
Ed Clark, 1422 Cottage Street, voiced opposition to the Council's
proposed Measure limiting terms of office.
Fred Scullin, 1120 Chestnut Street, stated that he believes the
purpose of the Measures is to defeat Councilmember Corica's attempt to
run for Mayor.
(Councilmember Corica arrived to the Council Chamber.)
Alice Challen, 2601 La Jolla Drive, questioned why the Measures were
being placed before the voters at a special election instead of a
General Municipal Election.
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Diane Coler-Dark, 2857 Jackson Street, stated the proposed Measures,
cost of the special election, and creation of an underdog will ensure
Mr. Corica winning the mayoral race.
Barbara Borden, 343 Oleander Avenue, stated that the Council's action
is persecution of an individual (Mr. Corica).
Thelma Dyke, 1420 Union Street, stated she believes the Council's
action is reminiscent of 1937 activities.
Pat Williams, 3112 LaCampania, stated that Councilmember Corica has
always had the welfare of the City at heart.
Joseph Sullivan, 3221 Liberty Avenue, urged Council to reject both
proposed Measures.
Sal Monaco, 2450 Otis Drive, stated Mr. Corica should not be
restrained from running for mayor in 1987.
Linda Pritchard, 3263 San Jose Avenue, referred to the 1976 Charter
amendment and its intention.
MaryAnn Eppler, 3318 Fernside Blvd., opposed the Council's action.
Charles Tillman, 2415 Roosevelt, discussed and read Section 2-114,
entitled Other Meetings, and Section 2-117, Subsection (e), Item
No.10, Motion to Reconsider, of the Alameda Municipal Code. Mr.
Tillman commented that the action being taken by Council is a vendetta
against Councilmember Corica.
The City Attorney noted that Section 2-114 refers to pre-Council
meetings, and the appropriate Special Council Meeting section is
Section 2-112.
Councilmember Corica questioned why Mr. Kirkland's letter of August
4th, regarding the two-term limit was discussed under New Business at
the August 5, 1986 Council Meeting, and not on August 19th as a
Written Communication. Councilmember Corica stated that he believes
developers were instrumental in promoting the matter before the City
Council.
Councilmember Hanna stated that it was his expectation, and of others,
that the City Charter's two-term limit would serve as a two-term
maximum.
Councilmember Lucas stated that she has heard expressed concerns
regarding career politicians. Councilmember Lucas described the
demands of the job , the importance of turnover and the importance of
fresh, new ideas. She commented that the Council is giving the
electors an opportunity to express what they want to do.
President Monsef explained that the matter before Council is not a
personal one, but one of principle; that he has received numerous
telephone calls requesting that the voters decide the issue.
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86-484 Resolution No. 10988, "Stating and requesting consolidation of
a Special Municipal Election to be held Tuesday, November 4, 1986,
with the General Election of the State of California to be held on
Tuesday, November 4, 1986."
Councilmember Hanna made a motion to adopt the resolution.
Councilmember Lucas seconded the motion which carried by the following
roll call vote: Ayes: Councilmembers Hanna, Lucas and President
Monsef - 3. Noes: Councilmember Corica - 1. Absent: Mayor Diament
- 1.
86-485 Resolution No. 10989, "Proposing amendments to the Charter of
the City of Alameda upon motion of the City Council; calling a
Special Municipal Election in the City of Alameda for the purpose of
submitting to the electors thereof proposals to amend said Charter,
viz: (1) By adding Section 2-16 thereto providing for a two-term
limit for elected officials; and (2) by adding Section 2-17 thereto
requiring council members to serve a full term before running for
mayor; fixing date of said election, manner of holding same, and
providing for notice thereof; and consolidating said Special
Municipal Charter Amendement Election with the General Election of the
State of California to be held on November 4, 1986.
Councilmember Hanna made a motion to adopt the resolution.
Councilmember Lucas seconded the motion which carried by the following
roll call vote: Ayes: Councilmembers Hanna, Lucas and President
Monsef - 3. Noes: Councilmembers Corica - 1. Absent: Mayor Diament
-1.
The meeting was adjourned at 9:05 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Diane B. Felsch
City Clerk