1984-02-21 MinutesSPECIAL MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ALAMEDA
HELD TUESDAY FEBRUARY 21, 1984
The meeting convened at 4:30 P.M. with President Diament presiding.
ROLL CALL: Present: Councilmembers Gorman, Hanna, Lucas, and
President Diament - 4.
Absent: Councilmember Monsef -
84-084 The purpose of the meeting was for an Executive Session for discussion of
personnel and litigation matters.
President Diament ordered the meeting convened to Executive Session. At the con-
clusion of discussion, it was determined that no action would be taken at this time.
ADJOURNMENT
The meeting adjourned at 5:35 P.M.
Respectfully submitted,
DEEN SPEEGLE
City Clerk
February 21, 1984
REGULAR MEETING OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ALAMEDA
HELD TUESDAY FEBRUARY 21, 1984
The meeting convened at 7:00 p.m. with President Diament presiding. The Pledge of
Allegiance was led by Councilmember Gorman.
ROLL CALL: Present: Councilmembers Gorman, Hanna, Lucas, and President Diament - 4.
Absent: Councilmember Monsef - 1.
President Diament noted that Councilmember Monsef was attending a meeting in San
Francisco and planned to arrive as soon as possible.
SPECIAL ORDERS OF THE DAY
84 -085 7:00 p.m. Joint meeting of City Council and Social Service Human Relations
Board
President Susan Foulkes introduced the following members of the Board and noted
that David Gilbertson and Tony Martinelli were absent:
Louis Baca
Dolly Ci Wai Fong
Deanna Johe
Brian McDonald
Margaret Seaman
President Foulkes stated that the basic function of the Board had been to provide
information and refer people to the proper agency. She spoke about some of the
projects the Board had been involved in and stated that the Board would like the
Council to utilize their services more. She also stated that if additional funding
becomes available to the City,the Board would be happy to review funds and make
recommendations for uses to the Council.
President Diament expressed appreciation on behalf of the Council for the excellent
work the Board has done.
The joint meeting adjourned at 7:27 p.m.
Note: The Council met as the Community Improvement Commission, and the Regular
Council Meeting resumed at 7:35 p.m.
MINUTES
Councilmember Hanna made a motion that the Minutes be approved as submitted. Councilmember
Gorman seconded the motion with correction of the last name of a speaker on page 2
to Blomberg; the motion carried by unanimous voice vote - 4.
CONSENT CALENDAR
President Diament announced that the resolutions regarding agreement in connection
with the Alameda Gateway, Ltd. Project and awarding contract for the construction
of Police Administration Building Security Fence and Gates would be withdrawn from
the Consent Calendar for discussion later in the meeting.
February 21, 1984
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Councilmember Gorman made a motion, seconded by C0UDCil020ber Hanna that the remain-
ing items on the Consent Calendar be adopted; the motion carried by the following
vote: Ayes: C0VnCil0emberS Gorman, Hanna, Lucas, and President Diament - 5.
Noes: N0ne, Absent: C0UDCilN8mber Monsef - 1.
Items so enacted or adopted are indicated by an asterisk (*).
REPORTS AND RECOMMENDATIONS
*84-086 From Accounting Manager submitting Investment Portfolio for the period
ending January 31, 1984. Accepted.
*84-087 From Public Works Director recommending extension of time of two years,
to February 6, 1986, to complete improvements for Tract 3841 (Sandpiper Cove\
Approved.
RESOLUTIONS
*84-088 Resolution No. 10242 "Adopting Plans and Specifications for Assessment
District 81-1, Harbor Bay Business Park perimeter landscape, Calling for bids
and directing City Clerk to advertise same." Adopted.
*84-089 Resolution N0, 10243 "Authorizing purchase of equipment (traffic volume
---�— to Section 3 l� of the City Charter." Adopted.
counters) pursuant 8C t
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*84-090 Resolution No. 10244 "Adopting Plans and Specifications for street tree
pruning in various locations in the City of Alameda, calling for bids and directing
City Clerk to advertise same." Adopted.
*84-091 Resolution No. 10245 "Authorizing emergency expenditure of Tidelands
Trust Funds to repair and replace seawall and berm at Seal Point Court." Adopted.
*84-092 Resolution No. 10240 "Authorizing purchase of Police Patrol Vehicles
pursuant to Section 3-15 of the City Charter." Adopted.
*84-093 Resolution No. 10247 nA resolution appointing engineer and attorneys,
Harbor Bay Business Park, Assessment District 84-1,n Adopted.
+84-094 Resolution No. 10248 "A resolution of preliminary determination and
of intention to make acquisitions and improvements, Harbor Bay Business Park,
Assessment District 84-1,'/ Adopted.
*84-095 Resolution No. 10249 "A resolution preliminarily approving Engineer's
Report, appointing time and place of hearing protests and directing notice thereof,
and describing proposed boundaries of Assessment District and directing filing
of Boundary Map, Harbor Bay Business Park, Assessment District 84-1." Adopted.
INTRODUCTION OF ORDINANCES
*84-096 Ordinance, No. , New Series "Authorizing transfer by grant deed
Of certain Citv-oNDed property to Paul Wood, relative to Fernside Extension (Excess
property along Fernside Boulevard)." Introduced and passed to print.
+84-097 Ordinance, No. , New Series "Authorizing transfer by quitclaim deed
of certain City-owned property to Paul Wood, relative to Fernside Extension (Excess
property at Fillmore Street)." Introduced and passed to print.
February Zl, 1984
*84 -098 Ordinance, No. , New Series "Authorizing transfer by quitclaim deed
of certain City -owned real property to Paul Wood, relative to Fernside Extension
(Portions of Leandro Street, abandoned)." Introduced and passed to print.
BILLS
*84 -099 An Itemized List of Claims, certified by the City Manager as correct
was approved in the amount of 5874,493,66.
RETURN TO REGULAR AGENDA
Councilmember Gorman made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Hanna, that the
two resolutions appointing members to Boards and Commissions be considered at
this time; the motion carried by unanimous voice vote - 4.
RESOLUTIONS
84 -100 Resolution No. 10250 "Appointing Member of the Recreation Commission."
(Frederick W. Leitz, Jr.)
Councilmember Hanna made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Gorman, that the
resolution be adopted; the motion carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmembers
Gorman, Hanna, Lucas, and President Diament - 4. Noes: None. Absent: Councilmember
Monsef - 1.
The Clerk administered the Oath of Office to Mr. Leitz.
84 -101 Resolution No. 10251 "Appointing Member of the Social Service Human Rela-
tions Board." (Phyllis D. Marshall)
Councilmember Hanna made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Gorman, that the
resolution be adopted; the motion carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmembers
Gorman, Hanna, Lucas, and President Diament - 4. Noes: None. Absent: Councilmember
Monsef - 1.
The Clerk administered the Oath of Office to Ms. Marshall.
WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS
84 -102 From Robert F. Gillespie, 736 Lincoln Avenue, #303, regarding traffic
problems and additional improvements that may be required relative to the Alameda
Marina Village Project.
Mr. Gillespie spoke regarding funding of improvements and indicated the report
from the Public Works Director had answered most of his questions.
Councilmember Gorman made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Hanna, that the
communication be accepted; the motion carried by unanimous voice vote - 4.
84 -103 From John Barni, Jr., Shaw & Lunt Realtors, recommending that smoke detectors
be required in residential rental units.
Councilmember Gorman recommended all residential dwelling units be required to
have at least one smoke detector, effective one year after passage of the ordinance.
The City Attorney stated he would have the ordinance in final form for the next
meeting.
February 21, 1984
Councilmember Hanna expressed appreciation to Mr. Barni for his communication
and made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Gorman, that the communication be
accepted; the motion carried by unanimous voice vote - 4.
HEARINGS
84-104 Hearing regarding Tentative Map 4659, Silva Far0s,
President Diament announced that Councilmember Monsef had been delayed but was
expected later.
Councilmember Lucas made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Hanna, to hold over
the hearing and the applicable resolution until Councilmember Monsef arrives;
the motion carried by unanimous voice vote - 4.
REPORTS AND RECOMMENDATIONS
84-105 From Chairman of Recreation Commission regarding leasing a portion of
the Mastick Senior Center to the Alameda Food 8ank,
Councilmember Lucas referred to a letter from Barbara Borden, former President
of the Board of Education, which indicated that the lease for Mastick Senior Center
to the Alameda Food Bank must be approved by the Board of Education and alleging
some violations of the original lease between the School District and City for
the Mastick Senior Center. She requested the City Attorney to address any legal
issues.
Councilmember Hanna stated that apparently additional research would be required
and made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Gorman,to dCCeptth2COm0i35i0n'3 report
and direct Staff to investigate and report back to Council, hopefully at the
next meeting; the motion carried by unanimous voice vote - 4.
84-106 From City Manager submitting an offer by East Bay Regional Park District
for the Alameda Disposal Site,
Fred Scullin, 1120 Chestnut Street, spoke in opposition to the recommendation
of the City Manager and suggested appraisals be obtained for the Site.
Dennis Beardsley, East Bay Regional Park District, stated that he was speaking
On behalf of the Board, and they had requested the City accept the offer to option
the property for SlOO for six to nine months and continue discussions with the
City.
After discussion, Councilmember Gorman made amOtiOn, seconded by C0VOCjlmembRrHanna,
to accept the recommendation of the City Manager to direct staff to discuss sale
or lease of the property at fair market value with the Park District and request
proposals from other prospective purchasers or leasees; the motion carried by
the following vote: Ayes: Councilmembers Gorman, Hanna, and President Diament - 3.
Noes: Councilmember Lucas - 1. Absent: Councilmember Monsef - 1.
Councilmember Lucas stated that her reason for voting "D0'/ was that she would
have liked the Park District to have the extra time to work on the property ex-
clusively without competition from others.
February 21, 1984
84-107 From City Manager regarding a proposed increase in dues by the Association
of Bay Area Governments (ABAG).
Councilmember Gorman made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Hanna, that the
report be accepted and the recommendation to approve the increase assessments
and direct staff to notify the Executive Director of ABAG; and direct our
delegate to approve the proposed assessments (total of S5724 for 1984-85) at
the General Assembly on March 15, 1984; the motion carried by unanimous voice
vote - 4.
84-108 From Public Works Director regarding Phase II conversion of streetlights
and policy for undergrounding of utilities in overhead districts.
President Diament noted that the Bureau of Electricity and Historical Advisory
Commission had indicated they had not had sufficient time to review the report.
Councilmember Gorman made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Hanna, to continue
consideration of the report until the next meeting; the motion carried by unanimous
voice vote - 4.
RESOLUTIONS
84-109 Resolution No. "Approving Tentative Map for Tract 4659, a residential
development on Bay Farm Island south of Oleander Drive between Melrose Avenue
and Magnolia Drive (E.J. Parish Organization and Ken H. Earp, Subdividers)."
Note: This resolution was held over in conjunction with the hearing on Tentative
Map for Tract 4659.
84-110 Resolution No. 10252 "Resolution of necessity authorizing the acquisition
of certain property for the construction of Patton Way and finding that the public
interest and necessity require the proposed project, that the location thereof
causes the least private injury, and that subject property is necessary for the
proposed project."
Councilmember Gorman made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Hanna, that the reso-
lution be adopted; the motion carried by the following vote: Ayes: COUnCilmBmb2r5
Gorman, Hanna, Lucas, and President Diament - 4. Noes: None. Absent: Councilmember
Monsef - 1.
84-1]] Resolution No. 10253 "Awarding contract to 0.C. Jones & Sons for reconstruc-
tion of Brush Street east of Third Street and authorizing execution thereof."
Councilmember Hanna made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Lucas, that the reso-
lution be adopted; the motion carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmembers
Gorman, Hanna, Lucas, and President Diament - 4, Noes: None. Absent: Councilmember
Monsef - 1.
84-112 Resolution No. 10254 "Consent to assignment of lease to Fortmann Basin,
Ltd., of real property held under lease by and between the City of Alameda and
Encinal Industries, Inc. (Parcel 22, foot of Grand Street)."
Councilmember Hanna made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Gorman, that the reso-
lution be adopted; the motion carried by the following vote: Ayes: CouncilmB0bers
Gorman, Hanna, Lucas, and President Diament - 4. Noes: None. Absent: Councilmember
Monsef - 1.
February 21, 1984
84 -113 Resolution No. 10255 "Consent to Assignment of Lease to Alameda Pacific
Shops, Inc., of real property held under lease by and between the City of Alameda
and John Bentzen." ((3.501 acres located on northeast line of Clement Avenue)
Councilmember Gorman made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Hanna, that the reso-
lution be adopted; the motion carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmembers
Gorman, Hanna, Lucas, and President Diament - 4. Noes: None. Absent: Councilmember
Monsef - 1.
84 -114 Resolution No. 10256 "Proposing an amendment to the Charter of the City
of Alameda on petition signed by more than fifteen percent (15 %) of the voters
who voted in the last Gubernatorial Election; calling a Special Municipal Election
in the City of Alameda for the purpose of submitting to the electors thereof a
proposal to amend said Charter, Viz: by adopting Section 26 -3 of Article XXVI
to be added thereto, to provide that the building located on Assessor's Parcel
74- 906 -13 -2 which is alternately known as the Union Iron Works Turbine Machine
Shop, the Bethlehem Steel Building, and the "Red Brick Building" shall be exempt
from the provisions of Article XXVI, Section 26 -1; this exemption shall pertain
only to the "Red Brick Building," fixing the date of said Special Election, the
manner of holding same, and providing for notice thereof; and consolidating said
election with the Primary Election of State of California to be held on Tuesday,
June 5, 1984."
Councilmember Gorman made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Hanna, that the reso-
lution be adopted; the motion carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmembers
Gorman, Hanna, Lucas, and President Diament - 4. Noes: None. Absent: Councilmember
Monsef - 1.
84 -115 Resolution No. 10257 "Stating and requesting consolidation of a Special
Municipal Election to be held Tuesday, June 5, 1984, with the State of California
Primary Election to be held Tuesday, June 5, 1984 (Charter amendment on petition
of electors regarding exemption of building located on Assessor's Parcel 74- 906 -13 -2
and known as the "Red Brick Building" from provisions of Article XXVI, Section
26 -1 of the City Charter)."
Councilmember Gorman made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Hanna, that the reso-
lution be adopted; the motion carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmembers
Gorman, Hanna, Lucas, and President Diament - 4. Noes: None. Absent: Councilmember
Monsef - 1.
President Diament stated that the resolutions withdrawn from the Consent Calendar
would be considered at this time.
84 -116 Resolution No. 10258 "Awarding contract to Oakland Fence Company for
construction of Police Administration Building Security Fence and Gates, and author-
izing execution thereof."
Note: Councilmember Lucas filed an appeal against the Planning Board decision
in granting a Variance for this project.
Councilmember Lucas stated that she was concerned about the aesthetics of the proposed
fence and its compatibility with City Hall.
February 21, 1984
After discussion, Councilmember Gorman made a motion, seconded by Councilmember
Hanna, to authorize award of the contract contingent upon the outcome of the
appeal; the motion carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmembers Gorman,
Hanna, and President Diament - 3. Noes: Councilmember Lucas - 1. Absent: Council-
member Monsef - 1.
84 -117 Resolution No. 10259 "Authorizing execution of agreement with Duncan
& Jones, Consultants, in connection with the Alameda Gateway, Ltd. Project (Former
Todd Shipyard site on Main Street at the Estuary)."
Fred Scullin, 1120 Chestnut Street, spoke in opposition inasmuch as the developer
had chosen the consultant to prepare the Environmental Impact Report (EIR).
In response to inquiry of President Diament, the Assistant Planner stated that
it was common practice for the developer to choose the consultant, and requirements
for preparation of EIR's were a standard process.
Councilmember Gorman made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Hanna, that the reso-
lution be adopted; the motion carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmembers
Gorman, Hanna, Lucas, and President Diament - 4. Noes: None. Absent: Councilmember
Monsef - 1.
HEARINGS
President Diament referred to the hearing for Tentative Map 4659, Silva Farms,
and noted that Councilmember Monsef had not arrived.
Ed Parrish, attorney for the developer, requested the hearing be continued for
two weeks until all Councilmembers are present.
Councilmember Lucas made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Gorman, that the
request be approved; the motion carried by unanimous voice vote - 4.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
84 -118 Councilmember Lucas stated that she had been working with the business
community and made a motion to direct the City Manager to scheaule a work session
to explore ways to clean up the City, especially the commercial districts. The
motion was seconded by Councilmember Gorman and carried by unanimous voice vote - 4.
84 -119 Consideration of appointment of Senior Tenant Member to the Housing Authority.
President Diament appointed Lawrence J. Belanger as Senior Tenant Member to the
Housing Authority and noted he had been contacted and indicated he did not object
to a background check as the application had been checked in error.
FILING
84 -120 Consent to Assignment of Lease to Fortmann Basin, Ltd., of property held
between City and Encinal Industries, Inc. (Parcel 22, foot of Grand Street)
Consent to Assignment of Lease to Alameda Pacific Shops, Inc., of property
held under lease between City of Alameda and John Bentzen. (3.501 acres
located on northeast line of Clement Avenue)
Plans and Specifications for street tree pruning.
Agreement with Consultant to prepare Environmental Impact Report for Alameda
Gateway Ltd.
Plans and Specifications for Assessment District 81 -1, Harbor Bay Business
Park perimeter landscaping.
February 21, 1984
ORAL COMMUNICATIONS, GENERAL
84 -120 Fred Scullin, 1120 Chestnut Street, referred to Tentative Map 4659, Silva
Farms, and stated it was not in compliance with the Noise Element as the noise
easement with the Port of Oakland is with Harbor Bay Isle, not Silva Farms.
In response to inquiry of President Diament, the Assistant Planner stated that a
noise easement would be required for Silva Farms, and if they did not have it upon
approval of the Tentative Map, the Planning Department would recommend it be a con-
dition of approval.
ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business to come before the Council, the meeting adjourned
at 9:35 P.M. The next Regular Council Meeting will be held Tuesday, March 6, 1984,
at 7:30 P.M.
Respectfully submitted,
DEEN SPEEGLE
City Clerk
February 21, 1984