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1984-09-18 Regular CC Minutes� 36~ REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ALAMEDA HELD TUESDAY SEPTEMBER 18, 1984 The meeting convened at 7:30 p.m. with President Diament presiding. The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Vice Mayor Hanna. The Invocation was give by Rev. Dubbs, First Christian Church. ROLL CALL: Present: Councilmembers Gorman, Hanna, Lucas, Monsef, and President Diament - 5. Absent: None. MINUTES Councilmember Gorman made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Hanna, that the Minutes Of the Regular Council Meetings of July 3 and July 17, 1984, be approved as submitted; the motion carried by unanimous voice vote - 5. CONSENT CALENDAR President Diament announced that the ordinance regarding underground facilities would be removed from the Consent Calendar for discussion later in the meeting. Councilmember Lucas made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Hanna, that the following items on the Consent Calendar be approved; the motion carried by the following vote: Ayes: C0UnCilmember3 Gorman, Hanna, Lucas, Monsef, and President Diament - 5. Noes: None. Absent: None. Items so enacted or adopted are indicated by an asterisk (*), RESOLUTIONS +84-772 Resolution No. 10437 "Resolution apposing the Port of Oakland's proposal to change the name of the Brooklyn Bssin." Adopted. *84-773 Resolution No. 10438 "Authorizing execution of grant agreement with the California Energy Commission to provide partial funding for Street Light Engineering Study Phase 2.`/ Adopted. *84-774 Resolution No. 10439 "Approving Parcel Map No. 4238 and permitting recording thereof (Harbor Bay Business Park, Harbor Bay Isle Associates, Subdivider)." Adopted. *84-775 Resolution No. 10440 "Awarding contract to Bay Cities Paving and Grading, Inc. for repair and resurfacing of certain streets, Phase 4, and authorizing execution thereof." Adopted. BILLS *84-776 An Itemized List of Claims, certified by the City Manager as correct, was approved in the amount of 31,431,902.72. September 18, 1984 RETURN TO REGULAR AGENDA WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS 84-777 From William H. Hildebrand, President of Northside Association, endorsing installation of speed bumps on St. Charles Street between Eagle Avenue and Parrot Village and requesting four-way crosswalks at the intersection of St. Charles Street and Eagle Avenue. Councilmember Gorman made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Hanna, that the communication and report from Public Works Director be accepted and referred to Traffic Advisory Committee for possible alternatives; the motion carried by unanimous voice vote - 5. Councilmember Lucas recommended the matter of posting speed limit signs on private Housing Authority property be placed on a Housing Authority agenda after recommenda- tion is received from Traffic Advisory Committee. The Council agreed by consensus. 84-778 From Fred Scullin, 1120 Chestnut Street, regarding liaison between the Naval Air Station and the City to ensure proper handling, storage, and transporta- tion of nuclear weapons. President Diament noted the Council had been invited to visit the Naval Air Station and observe their emergency operations plan. Councilmember Lucas made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Monsef, that the communication be accepted; the motion carried by unanimous voice vote - 5. HEARINGS 84-779 Hearing regarding Tentative Map 4276, Whalers Cove at the end of Tideway Drive, Ballena Bay. President Diament explained the procedures to be used in the h8ariDg. On the Call for proponents, there were no speakers; on the call for opponents, there were no speakers. President Diament declared the hearing closed. Councilmember Gorman stated he had a concern regarding density of dwelling units in the project. RESOLUTIONS 84-780 Resolution No. 10442 "Approving Tentative Map for Tract 4276, a subdivision of property known as Whalers Cove at the end of Tideway Drive at Ballena Bay, finding said Tentative Map consistent with the City's General Plan and determining that discharge of waste into sewer system will not violate Regional Water Quality Control regulations (Applicant: Great Sierra Group, Inc.)." Councilmember Lucas made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Monsef, that the resolution be adopted; the motion carried by the following vote: Ayes: Council- members Hanna, Lucas, Monsef, and President Diament - 4. Noes: Councilmember Gorman - 1. Absent: None. September 18, 1984 HEARINGS 84-781 Hearing regarding Environmental Impact Supplement for and proposed amend- ment to the Master Plan for Marina Villag8, Councilmember Gorman noted there were several related items and suggested they be heard concurrently. President Diament explained the procedures to be used in the hearing. On the call for proponents, there were no speakers. John Erving, Alameda Marina Village Associates and developer of the pr0'eCtStated that there were several unresolved items relative to conditions imposed by the Planning Board and their schedule would allow for an additional hearing if the Council so desired. On the call for opponents, Fred Scullin, 1120 Chestnut Street, expressed concern regarding proposed amendments to the Master Plan and opposition to certification of the Environmental Impact Report Supplement. Councilmembers proposed various amendments to conditions imposed by the Planning Board which are outlined under introduction of the ordinance. President Diament declared the hearing closed. RESOLUTIONS 84-782 Resolution No. 10443 "Certifying Environmental Impact Report Supplement respecting Alameda Marina Village Project." Councilmember Hanna made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Lucas, that the reso- lution be adopted. Councilmember Monsef stated that he felt housing and traffic concerns had not been adequately resolved. The motion to adopt the resolution carried by the following vote: Ayes: Council- members Gorman, Hanna, Lucas, and President Diament - 4. Noes: Councilmember Monsef - 1. Absent: None. APPEALS 84-783 From Alameda Marina Village Associates appealing the decision of the Historical Advisory Commission denying application for a permit for demolition of "The Red Brick Building." Councilmember Hanna made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Lucas, that the deci- sion of the Historical Advisory Commission be reversed inasmuch as the Historical Monument is unable to earn an economic return. Councilmember Lucas made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Hanna, that the Presi- dent of the Historical Commission be allowed to speak on the appeal; the motion carried by unanimous voice vote - 5. September 18, 1984 Q Gary Knecht, President of Historical Advisory Commission,spoke in opposition to the appeal stating that he felt there had not been adequate time to address alterna- tive uses for the Red Brick Building. The motion to reverse the decision of the Historical Advisory Commiseion carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmembers Gorman, Hanna, Lucas, and President Diament - 4. Noes: Councilmember Monsef - 1. Absent: None. REPORTS AND RECOMMENDATIONS 84 -784 From Chairman of Historical Advisory Commission submitting recommendations concerning the Draft E.I.R. Supplement for the proposed amendment to the Alameda Village Associates (AMVA) Master Development Plan affecting the "Red Brick Building." 84 -785 From Chairman of Historical Advisory Commission regarding recommendations on the proposed AMVA Master Plan revision. Councilmember Lucas made a motion that the two above - listed reports from the Historical Advisory Commission be accepted. Councilmember Hanna seconded the motion and offered an amendment, accepted by Councilmember Lucas, that the reports be accepted for file without approval of the recommendations. The motion, as amended, carried by unanimous voice vote - 5. Councilmember Gorman made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Hanna, that the ordinance relative to the Master Plan for Alameda Marina Village be considered at this time; the motion carried by unanimous voice vote - 5. INTRODUCTION OF ORDINANCES 84 -786 Ordinance No. , New Series "Approving amendment to the Master Plan for Alameda Marina Village." Councilmember Lucas made a motion that the ordinance be held over to the next Council meeting for specific wording of the proposed changes in the conditions; the motion FAILED for lack of a second. Councilmember Gorman made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Hanna, that the ordinance be introduced and the following changes made to the conditions imposed by the Planning Board: 1. That the following wording be added to No. 31 regarding traffic circulation: after Atlantic Avenue, "or its replacement street." 2. Add the following sentence to No. 44 regarding sidewalks: "A reduction to three feet to be allowed upon specific approval of Planning Director." 3. Add the following to No. 47 regarding Fire Department requirements: "as provided in current ordinances." 4. Delete No. 70 regarding outside art. 5. Delete No. 71 regarding demolition of "The Red Brick Building." September 18, 1984 6. Add condition relative to street names to read "Marina Drive and any other streets having name problems shall be submitted to the Planning Board for approval." 7. Add condition that overall traffic circulation shall be approved by Planning Director and City Engineer. 8. Add to No. 4 a provision that the circulation plan be approved by Planning Director and City Engineer (to be consistent with new condition added under No. 7 above). The motion carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmembers Gorman, Hanna, Lucas, and President Diament - 4. Noes: Councilmember Monsef - 1. Absent: None. REPORTS AND RECOMMENDATIONS 84-787 From Chairman of Rent Review Advisory Committee concerning Case No. 98 - 2144 Lincoln Avenue. Councilmember Hanna made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Lucas, that staff recommendation that a letter be sent to the property owner and management company expressing concern regarding the rent increase be approved; the motion carried by unanimous voice vote - 5. Councilmember Lucas requested information as to whether Section 8 certificates could be used to alleviate hardship situations such as this one. The Council approved the request by consensus. 84 -788 From City Manager and City Attorney regarding Federal Communications Com- mission (FCC) waiver relative to Cable Television Franchise. The Acting City Manager recommended the matter be held over to October 2, 1984. The Council agreed by consensus. 84 -789 From Assistant City Manager submitting supplemental comparative information in connection with the June 26, 1984, report on Golf Course operations. The following persons spoke in opposition to contracting out for operation of the Municipal Golf Course: Charles Tillman, 2415, Roosevelt Avenue Ronald Ratto, 1521 Versailles Norma Arnerich, 3275 Encinal Avenue Fred Scullin, 1120 Chestnut Street After discussion, Councilmember Lucas made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Hanna, to direct the City Manager to send out Requests for Proposals (RFP's) for contract maintenance of the Golf Course; the motion carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmembers Hanna, Lucas, and Monsef - 3. Noes: Councilmember Gorman and President Diament - 2. Absent: None. Chuck Corica, 1000 Post Street Chuck Carroll, 3216 Fir Avenue Robert Blomberg, 1332 Pearl Street September 18, 1984 372 84 -790 Resolution No. 10444 "Adopting Plans and Specifications for Mastick Senior Center improvement, calling for bids and directing City Clerk to advertise same." Councilmember Monsef made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Lucas, that the resolution be adopted; the motion carried by the following vote: Ayes: Council - members Gorman, Hanna, Lucas, Monsef, and President Diament - 5. Noes: None. Absent: None. 84 -791 Resolution No. 10445 "Resolution of the City Council of the City of Alameda providing for the borrowing of funds for Fiscal Year 1984 -1985 and the issuance and sale of 1984 -85 Tax and Revenue Anticipation Notes therefor." Councilmember Monsef made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Hanna, that the resolution be adopted; the motion carried by the following vote: Ayes: Council - members Gorman, Hanna, Lucas, Monsef, and President Diament - 5. Noes: None. Absent: None. 84 -792 Resolution No. 10446 "Authorizing execution of Rental Rehabilitation Agreement and amendments thereto with the Department of Housing and Urban Develop- ment." Councilmember Monsef expressed concern that funds would be used for low- income housing. Councilmember Hanna made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Gorman, that the resolution be adopted; the motion carried by the following vote: Ayes: Council - members Gorman, Hanna, and President Diament - 3. Noes: Councilmembers Lucas and Monsef - 2. Absent: None. 84 -793 Resolution No. 10447 "Authorizing execution of grant agreements and amend- ments thereto with the Department of Housing and Urban Development for Tenth Year Community Development Block Grant Funds." In response to inquiry of Councilmember Lucas, the Acting Community Development Director stated that the City would be required to comply with the Housing Assistance Plan approved last year. Councilmember Hanna made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Gorman, that the resolution be adopted; the motion carried by the following vote: Ayes: Council - members Gorman, Hanna, Monsef, and President Diament - 4. Noes: Councilmember Lucas - 1. Absent: None. President Diament announced that the ordinance withdrawn from the Consent Calendar would be considered at this time. FINAL PASSAGE OF ORDINANCES 84 -794 Ordinance No. 2212, New Series "Establishing regulations and procedures for the removal of overhead utility facilities and the installation of underground facilities by means of underground utility districts." In response to inquiry of Councilmember Monsef as to whether the ordinance would prohibit undergrounding of the 115kV Project in the Marina Drive area, the City Attorney stated that the ordinance would not prohibit such undergrounding which could be initiated with separate legislation. September 18, 1984 Councilmember Gorman made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Lucas, that the ordinance be adopted; the motion carried by the following vote: Ayes: eS: CoUncil- 0eDberS Gorman, Hanna, Lucas, Monsef, and President Diament - 5. Noes: None. Absent: None. NEW BUSINESS 84-795 President Diament requested a resolution be prepared that the Council will preserve the Library Building as a historical building into perpetUitv, 84-796 perpetuity. Diament requested legislation be prepared to establish a youth member on the Social Service Human Relations Buard and suggested a high school student be appointed as a nonvoting member. The Council agreed by consensus. 84-797 President Diament noted November would be the 100th anniverwary of the City Charter and appointed the following to set up a celebration: Martha Beazley John Beery Historical Advisory Commission Member (David Plummer subsequently appointed) Abe Kofman Jack Ravet Councilmember (Mark Hanna subsequently appointed) 84-798 Councilmembers Monsef and Lucas expressed concern regarding the wall being constructed near the Post Office in the South Shore Shopping Center, President Diament stated she would meet with representatives of the Post Office and Harsh Development next ThUrsday, Councilmember Lucas requested the City Attorney to determine if anything can be done to prevent such situations in the future. It was the consensus of Council to take no further action until after the Thursday 022tiOg, 84-799 Councilmember Hanna suggested a resolution be prepared commending the Board of Education on moving their offices to Paden School in the west end of town as he felt it was a benefit to the C000Unitv. After discussion, it was the consensus of Council that no action be taken on the suggestion. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS, GENERAL O4-000 uhuuk-OUriCa, 1000 Post Street, stated that he was disappointed on the vote taken to direct the City Manager to request proposals for operation of the Golf Course and expressed concern regarding the employees. FILING Plans and Specifications for Mastick Senior Center improvement. Rental Rehabilitation Agreement with Department of Housing and Urban Development Grant Agreement with California Energy Commission relative to Street Light Engineering Study Phase 2. ~ AffadaYit of City Manager and Police Chief relative to Secret Fund. September 18, 1984 3 7 4 ADJOURNMENT There being no further business to come before the meeting, the Council adjourned at 11:40 p.m. The next regularly scheduled meeting will be held Tuesday, October 2, 1984, at 7:30 p.m. Respectfully submitted, DEEN SPEEGLE City Clerk September 18, 1984