1985-07-23 Special CC Minutes550
SPECIAL COUNCIL MEETING OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ALAMEDA
HELD TUESDAY JULY 23, 1985
The meeting convened at 12:05 p.m. with President Diament presiding.
ROLL CALL: Present: Councilmembers Corica, Hanna, Lucas,
Monsef (12:06 p.m.) and President Diament.
Absent: None.
85-452 Financing improvements for Encinal and Alameda Swim Centers.
The City Manager reviewed the options for financing swimming pool
improvements, which were:
(1) Minimum rehabilitation which would renew Encinal Swim Center
with above-grade mechanical repairs and partially renovate Alameda
Swim Center for total cost of $274,968.
(2) Full rehabilitation of both Swim Centers for total cost of
$492,345.
(3) Full rehabilitation of both Swim Centers with the exception that
above-grade mechanical equipment at Encinal would be repaired rather
than replaced for total cost of $477,657.
(4) Completion of all necessary work with exception of replacement of
above-grade mechanical equipment at Encinal for total cost of
$416,745.
The Recreation and Parks Director elaborated on the options and
responded to inquiries from Council.
Staff's recommendation was that Council approve Option 2 which would
provide the greatest short- and long-term benefit to the community.
Councilmember Corica expressed his interest in full rehabilitation of
the pools (Option 2) and inquired as to the repayment arrangements.
The City Manager explained that repayment over a 15-year period would
be shared with the School District. Councilmember Corica suggested
that a shorter repayment period may be preferable; however, President
Diament stated that such would place a financial burden on the School
District.
President Diament asked if it would be possible to utilize Community
Development Block Grant (CDBG) funds for the project. The City
Manager stated that staff was investigating the possibility.
Councilmember Corica indicated his concerns in relying on CDBG funds
in the event the funds are unavailable in the future.
Councilmember Lucas concurred that Option 2 appeared to be the most
desirable alternative. She noted, however, that a July 8, 1985,
letter from August E. Waegemann, consulting engineer, states that the
above-ground mechanical equipment at Encinal Swim Center is in
reasonably good condition and could last another five to ten years
with proper maintenance. President Diament clarified that Mr.
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Waegemann's statement was made in response to cost considerations;
however, she stated it is desirable that all repairs be made. The
City Manager confirmed that Mr. Waegemann is in agreement with
staff's recommendation for Option No. 2.
The City Manager also defined the lease payment program in response
to Councilmember Lucas' inquiries.
Councilmember Hanna inquired as to the purpose of underwater lights.
The Recreation and Parks Director noted that there is night use of
the facilities, and lights are needed for safety.
Councilmember Hanna asked if there would be any problems encountered
in accomplishing the financing through the Association of Bay Area
Governments (ABAG). The City Manager noted that a number of other
communities have similar financing, and there are no difficulties
foreseen with the financing arrangements.
Councilmember Hanna stated he recognized the advantages of renovating
both pools completely, but he pointed out that-even new facilities
could not be expected to be problem free.
Councilmember Monsef voiced concern that if the pools were not
completely rehabilitated at this time, additional major repairs would
be contemplated in five or ten years. He stated he strongly favored
Option No. 2, particularly in view of the financing mechanism
available at this time.
Councilmember Corica moved that Council approve Option 2 for full
rehabilitation of both Swim Centers, and the motion was seconded by
Councilmember Monsef.
The motion carried by the following roll call vote: Ayes:
Councilmembers Corica, Hanna, Lucas, Monsef and President Diament - 5.
Noes: None. Absent: None.
Councilmember Hanna prefaced his affirmative vote with the statement
that he would expect the City Manager to obtain an alternative bid so
Council can see what it would cost to replace the facilities at
Encinal.
ADJOURNMENT
At 12:40 p.m., President Diament adjourned the meeting to an
executive session for the purpose of discussing labor negotiations.
Respectfully submitted,
et Jo •son
eputy ty Clerk
July 23, 1985