1984-11-06 Regular CC MinutesREGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ALAMEDA
HELD TUESDAY NOVEMBER 6, 1984
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The meeting convened at 8:00 p.m. (at the conclusion of the Housing Authority
Meeting) with President Diament presiding. The Pledge of Allegiance was led by
Councilmember Hanna. The Invocation was given by Reverend Roger Bauer, Immanuel
Lutheran Church.
ROLL CALL: Present: Councilmembers Gorman, Hanna, Lucas, Monsef and President
Diament - 5.
Absent: None.
MINUTES
Councilmember Gorman motioned, seconded by Councilmember Monsef, that the minutes
of the Regular Council Meetings of August 21, September 4, October 16, and the
Adjourned Regular Council Meeting of October 25, 1984, be approved; with the noted
correction by Councilmember Hanna that Resolution No. 10468 read $20,000,000; not
$20,000.00, in the minutes for October 25, 1984. The motion carried by unanimous
voice vote - 5; Councilmember Hanna abstaining from approval of the October 25, 1984,
minutes, due to his absence from the meeting.
CONSENT CALENDAR
President Diament announced Item 1 -A on the Consent Calendar is being held over
at the request of staff; Hearing, Item No. 2, Marina Village Assessment District 84 -3
(including respective Resolutions, Item Nos. 10 and 11) will be continued to the
meeting of November 20, 1984; and Appeals, Item No. 4, is being held over at the request
of the attorney, Mr. Daniel Reidy, for Driftwood Investors.
Councilmember Lucas motioned, seconded by Councilmember Monsef, to approve the Consent
Calendar, with the exception of 1 -A; the motion carried by unanimous voice vote - 5.
Items so enacted or adopted are indicated by an asterisk ( *).
REPORTS AND RECOMMENDATIONS
84 -853 From Chief of Police requesting the open market purchase of a new parking
enforcement vehicle. Held over at the request of staff.
*84 -854 From Public Works Director recommending acceptance of work by Dawson and
J.R.'s Construction Co. for the Lincoln Avenue Improvement, St. Charles to Sherman Street
and to approve a Landscape Maintenance Agreement. Approved.
*84 -855 From Public Works Director recommending acceptance of work by Dawson and
J.R.'s Construction Co. for the reconstruction and resurfacing of Parking Lot A, No.
P.W. 3 -84 -5. Approved.
*84 -856 From Public Works Director recommending acceptance of Tract 4815 (2065 Encinal
Avenue) and release of bond. Approved.
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RESOLUTIONS
* 84 -857 Resolution No. 10469 "Approving Parcel Map 4407 for division of land
located along Main Street and adjacent to Singleton Avenue, permitting recording
thereof, and finding said Parcel Map consistent with the City's General Plan (Alameda
Gateway)." Adopted.
*84 -858 Resolution No. 10470 "Authorizing execution of agreement with Bissell and
Karn, Inc. for design of Phase Three Harbor Bay Parkway." Adopted.
*84 -859 Resolution No. 10471 "Authorizing execution of Acceptance Agreement between
the City ofAlameda and Southern Pacific Transportation Company for right -of -entry project
in the City of Alameda. Adopted.
*84 -860 Resolution No. 10472 "A resolution amending Transfer of Title of Land in
vicinity of Marina Square Drive and Work Street from Alameda Marina Village Associates
to Alameda Marina Center Associates." Adopted.
*84 -861 Resolution No. 10473 "Authorizing execution of agreement with Harbor Bay
Isle Associates for extension of Contract Administration and Coordination for Assessment
District 83 -1." Adopted.
*84 -862 Resolution No. 10474 "Authorizing execution of agreement between City of
Alameda and Sight and Insight, a nonprofit corporation, for sublease of a portion of
Mastick Senior Center Complex." Adopted.
FINAL PASSAGE OF ORDINANCES
* 84 -863 Ordinance No. 2216, N.S. "An ordinance authorizing Grant of Easement for
communication purposes to United Cable Television of Alameda, Ltd." Finally adopted.
BILLS
*84-864 An itemized List of Claims, certified by the City Manager as correct, was
approved in the amount of $1,793,301.21.
RETURN TO REGULAR AGENDA
Councilmember Gorman motioned, seconded by Councilmember Monsef, to take Resolutions
Nos. 12 and 13, appointing members to the Golf Commission, out of order at this time.
The motion carried by unanimous voice vote - 5.
84 -865 Resolution No. 10475 "A resolution appointing Robert G. O'Maley as a Member
of the Golf Commission."
Councilmember Hanna motioned, seconded by Councilmember Monsef, that the resolution be
adopted; the motion carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmembers Gorman, Hanna,
Lucas, Monsef and President Diament - 5. Noes: None. Absent: None.
84 -866 Resolution No. 10476 "A resolution appointing Theodore J. Holmes as a member
of the Golf Commission."
Councilmember Hanna motioned, seconded by Councilmember Monsef, that the resolution be
adopted; the motion carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmembers Gorman, Hanna
Lucas, Monsef and President Diament - 5. Noes: None. Absent: None.
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The Acting City Clerk administered the Oaths of Office. President Diament thanked
both Commissioners for their services.
APPEALS
84 -867 From Mr. Irvin Thesenvitz, 2511 Webb Avenue, appealing decision of the
Planning Board to approve a side yard variance at 2509 Webb Avenue (V- 84 -31).
The Planning Director reviewed the important considerations of the Appeal.
Councilmember Lucas stated the City's zoning and the General Plan do not coincide,
and raises the expectations of property owners which really are not intended by
the General Plan. Councilmember Lucas added, the area is one of the most densely
occupied streets in Alameda.
The following persons spoke in favor of the Appeal:
Murlyn Thesenvitz, 2511 Webb Avenue
Edward Brennan, 1510 Everett Street
Dee Swain, 1512 Everett Street
Celestine Brennan, 1510 Everett Street
Irvin Thesenvitz, 2511 Webb Avenue
Ruth Whittington, 2530 Webb Avenue
Nick Santos, Jr., 2517 Webb Avenue
Dirk Thieme, 2531 Webb Avenue.
The following person spoke against the Appeal:
John Lloyd, 2509 Webb Avenue, applicant for the Variance. Mr. Lloyd, speaking also
on behalf of Mr. O'Brien, stated for the record that those persons who signed the
petitions have effectively stopped any future building on the 2500 block of Webb
Avenue should the request for the Variance not be approved.
After Council discussion, Councilmember Gorman stated the street has below standard
open space and motioned, seconded by Councilmember Lucas, the Council uphold the
Appeal and find that the record does not support the decision of the Planning Board.
The motion carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmembers Gorman, Hanna,
Lucas, Monsef and President Diament - 5. Noes: None. Absent: None.
From Daniel Reidy, Attorney for Driftwood Investors, appealing the decision
of the Planning Board in denying application CCA -84 -1, an amendment to a 1980 condition
requiring all units be owner - occupied.
Appeal was held over to November 20, 1984, at the request of the attorney.
REPORTS AND RECOMMENDATIONS
84 -867 From Chairman of the Historical Advisory Commission requesting an opportunity
to review the future Bureau of Electricity's engineering study concerning Street
Light Conversion Phase II work.
Councilmember Gorman motioned, seconded by Councilmember Monsef, that the report
and recommendation be accepted; the motion carried by the following vote: Ayes:
Councilmembers Gorman, Hanna, Lucas, Monsef and President Diament - 5. Noes: None.
Absent: None.
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84 -868 From Chairman of the Historical Advisory Commission submitting additional
infcrmation regarding the Red Brick Building.
Gary Knecht, Chairman, stated for the record that two developers (one in Southern
California and one in New York) had responded to an article in the Preservation
News and expressed an interest if there were 7.5 million cubic feet of National
Registered property which could be developed in the City of Alameda.
Council:ember Gorman motioned, seconded by Councilmember Hanna, that Council accept
the report and recommend the two letters be transmitted to the current developers
and owners of the building; the motion carried by the following vote: Ayes:
Councilmembers Gorman, Hanna, Lucas, ronsef and President Diament - 5. Noes: None.
Absent: Prone.
84 -869 From Chairman of the Golf Commission regarding Request for Proposals for
the maintenance of golf courses.
Norma Arnerich, Vice Chairman of the Golf Commission, stated that no motion was passed
at the Golf Commission meeting to approve Request for Proposals.
Councilmember Gorman motioned, seconded by Councilmember Hanna, to accept the report
as corrected; the motion carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmembers Gorman,
Hanna, Lucas, Monsef and President Diament - 5. Noes: None. Absent: None.
84 -870 From City Manager submitting Request for Proposals for Golf Course maintenance
contracting.
The following persons spoke in opposition to Request for Proposals:
William McCall, 1105 Mound Street
John Carmody, 1014 College Avenue
Chuck Corica, 1000 Post Street
Bryce Long, 7808 Windsor Drive
Chuck Carroll, 3216 Fir Avenue
John F. Curliano, 3283 Liberty Avenue
Robert W. McDonald, 3253 Madison Street
Elwood Heaney, 3208 Adams Street
Norma Arnerich, 3275 Encinal Avenue
Stuart S. Williams, 824 Paru Street
Charles A. Tillman, 2415 Roosevelt Street.
Councilmember Monsef clarified his position as not being sold out to the idea that
contracting out i's, the, best, and simply wanted to find more facts and information
in order to make a decision. Councilmember Monsef added he would be happy to come
up with a compromise to the problem; don't go for the Request for Proposals, but look
at the problem more seriously and see how it can be solved satisfactorily to all.
Councilmember Hanna stated without a specific, reasonable plan for the protection
of the rights of employees who have worked many, many years, he could not see walking
into a contractual opportunity and leaving that particular item in limbo. Councilmember
Hanna suggested more attention be given to expenditures of money; e.g., $39,000.00
spent on the Ninth Hole. He concluded, as of this evening, he was not in favor of
sending the Request for Proposals further.
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Councilmember Gorman stated the overwhelming sentiment of the citizens s
to continue using City employees; and motioned, seconded by Councilmember Lucas,
the Request for Proposals not be sent out to bid, City Manager direct Golf Course
Manager review the RFP and work with the Golf Commission, report back what they
think the standards should be and what they can do in the way of improvements.
Councilmember Lucas stated she was glad to see the issue come to a resolution
that will protect the employees out at the Golf Course. She added Council has
had that as their primary concern.
The motion carried by the following vote: Ayes:
Lucas, Monsef, and President Diament - 5. Noes:
84 -871 From City Manager concerning the status
with the School District and the Alameda Swimming
Councilmembers Gorman, Hanna,
None. Absent: None.
of the Swim Center Agreement
Pool Association.
Elizabeth Rogers, 1261 Weber Street, expressed her concern was that both swim centers
continue operating.
Councilmember Lucas motioned, seconded by Councilmember Hanna, to accept the report
and approve continued dicussions. Motion carried by unanimous voice vote - 5.
RESOLUTIONS
84 -872 Resolution No. 10477, "Awarding contract to R.L. Enterpirse for construction
of Phase II, Mastick Senior Center, and authorizing execution thereof." Adopted.
Councilmember Lucas motioned, seconded by Councilmember Monsef, that the resolution
be adopted; the motion carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmembers Gorman,
Hanna, Lucas, Monsef and President Diament - 5. Noes: None. Absent: None.
INTRODUCTION OF ORDINANCES
84 -873 Ordinance No. , N.S. "An ordinance amending the Alameda Municipal Code
by amending subsections of Section 3 -1274 thereof relating to interest charges for
non - payment of Utility Users Tax." Passed to print.
Councilmember Lucas motioned, seconded by Councilmember Hanna, that the ordinance
be introduced; the motion carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmembers
Gorman, Hanna, Lucas, Monsef and President Diament - 5. Noes: None. Absent: None.
NEW BUSINESS
84 -874 Councilmember Lucas noted the upcoming Centennial Celebration; President
Diament described the activities which have been planned for the event.
ORAL COMMUNICATIONS
84 -875 John Barni, 1380 Eastshore Drive, advised Council the City should review
the sale of the Harbor Bay property and any other similar properties to determine
if these transactions are subject to the County and City transfer tax.
84 -876 John Barn t, 1380 Eastshore Drive, stated he would like to see the Portola
Triangle property sold to people in town so they could construct private residences
on the property, and the funds directed to a new library.
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84 -877 John Barni, 1380 Eastshore Drive, inquired if the four -unit building on
Santa Clara Avenue was in violation of Measure A. Councilmember Lucas expressed
concern about the Housing Assistance Program and its conformance to Measure A.
Councilmember Hanna noted the monthly reports from the Community Development Department
were difficult to follow. Councilmember Lucas questioned the deletion of addresses
on the reports.
84 -878 Joseph Sullivan, 3225 Liberty Avenue, submitted a letter to the City Council
stating that election days be placed in the same category as holidays, and in which
case,a meeting would be held on the next succeeding business day at the same hour.
ADJOURNMENT
President Diament ordered the meeting adjourned to an Executive Session for dicussion
of personnel and litigation matters.
At the conclusion of discussion, it was determined that no action would be taken
at this time.
There being no further business to come before the Council, the meeting adjourned
at 10:55 p.m. The next regularly scheduled meeting will be held Tuesday,
November 20, 1984.
Respectfully submitted,
/ /
Diane Felsch
Acting City Clerk
November 6, 1984