1966-02-15 Regular CC MinutesREGULAR MEETING OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ALAMEDA
HELD TUESDAY EVENING FEBRUARY 15) 1966
The meeting convened at 7:30 o'clock p.m. with President Godfrey presiding. The Pledge of Alle-
giance was led by Councilman McCall and was followed by an inspiring Invocation delivered by The
Reverend Mr. Charles A. Nahnsen, Pastor of Immanuel Lutheran Church.
ROLL CALL:
The roll was called and Councilmen Bartley, La Croix, Jr., McCall, Rose and President Godfrey,
(5), were noted present. Absent: None. It was noted for the record that City Attorney Frederick M.
Cunningham was absent due to a case of the Flu.
MINUTES:
1. The minutes of the regular meeting held February 1, 1966, were approved as transcribed.
WR
EN COMMUNICATIONS:
2. From Pacifica Lodge, Inc., signed by Mr. Larry Surano, President, requesting an extension of time
to March 1, 1967, in which to file its Final Subdivision Map for Tract No. 2642, located at the north-
west corner of County and Mecartney Roads.
Councilman Rose moved the request be granted and the extension of time to March 1, 1967, be allowed
in which to file said Final Map. The motion was seconded by Councilman McCall and on roll call carried
by the following vote. Ayes: Five. Noes: None. Absent: None.
3. From the Alameda Unified School District, signed by Mr. Charles A. Briscoe, Assistant Secretary,
requesting cancellation of taxes on certain property acquired for public purposes. This parcel was
located on Lincoln Avenue and was for the expansion of Haight School.
The matter was referred to "Resolutions ".
4.r. From the Department of Public Works, Division of Bay Toll Crossings, signed by Mr. E. R. Foley,
Chief Engineer, offering to appear before the City Council to further explain the proposed plans.. for
a Southern Crossing of San Francisco Bay.
President Godfrey said he believed the Council should take advantage of this offer and he thought it
would be well to contact the Alameda Chamber of Commerce in order to hold one meeting at which Mr.
Foley could appear. Upon invitation of the President, the Councilmen expressed their opinions on the
subject and it was agreed that a public meeting could be arranged at which all interested parties
could be present.
It was suggested that said meeting be set for 7:00 o'clock, Tuesday evening, March 8, 1966, and a rul-
ing would be obtained from the City Attorney on the question of holding such a meeting in larger
quarters - possibly in the Alameda High School Little Theater, rather than in the Council Chamber of
City Hall.
was the consensus that President Godfrey would establish
meeting. The President also stated he would respond to Mr.
cil's decision.
5. From the Alameda Council of Boy Scouts of America, Inc.
dent, and W. John McKie, Scout Executive, expressing appreci
of "Scouts. in Government Day ".
The Clerk was to acknowledge the communication.
certain rules of order for the contemplated
Foley's letter to inform him of the Coun-
, signed by Messrs. James W. Walton, Presi-
ation for the support given its program
6Y At this point, President Godfrey introduced and welcomed Mr. Malcolm Longaker, Principal of
Washington Grammar School, who, in turn, introduced Mr. Ward Ely, teacher of Civics Classes. There
were about twenty students present.
ORAL COMMUNICATIONS:
7 Mr. Lawrence A. Patton, 1020 San Antonio Avenue, addressed the Council in favor of the proposed'
Southern Crossing. He read a prepared statement dated February 15, 1966.
Mr. Patton also referred to an agenda item concerning the proposed widening and resur facing of Atlantic
Avenue from Webster Street to Main Street. He then read a copy of a letter dated March 15, 1949, con-
cerning certain action taken by the California Highway Commission to finance and construct an inter-
change-structure at the intersection of Atlantic Avenue and Webster Street at that time at the approxi-
mate cost -of $1,205,000., in order that it would be ready prior to the completion of the then contem-
plated parallel vehicular tube. Mr. Patton questioned why the City had not taken action long ago to
request the State to construct this interchange.
It was pointed out to Mr. Patton that the parallel vehicular tube for which the interchange was pri-
marily designed had not been completed until quite recently. City Engineer Hanna explained the change
of plans of the State Division of Highways due to the awaiting of the results of other studies. He
said the State Master Plan of Freeways and Expressways called for the Shore Line Freeway to come
through the Posey Tubes, run along Eighth Street, or in that vicinity, thence to the South Shore and
on out past Doolittle Drive and down to Dumbarton Bridge. He said the State had not been willing to
consider constructing something of this magnitude at the particular location referred to until it had
the Shore Line Freeway studies reasonably near completion.
Upon request, Mr. Weller also emphasized the fact that the conditions prevailing in 1949, at the time
of the letter which Mr. Patton read, were totally and completely different from the circumstances
which obtained even less than ten years later. He clarified other conditions and reasons why the State
Division of Highways had changed its plans at that time and why the funds had not been expended. Mr.
Weller stressed the fact that this was a situation entailing the expenditure of State money for State
purpose in conjunction with a State Freeway - as opposed to, spending locally allocated funds for the
purpose of carrying local traffic. He reiterated that said funds were no longer available and if they
ever were available, it had been in 1949, and only in conjunction with other plans of the State, which,'
subsequently, had been changed.
Mr. Patton also referred to a trip to Sacramento made by chartered busses of Alameda - Contra Costa
Transit District on February 18, 1965, at a cost of $282., which was paid by the City. This was to
appear before the State Legislature and Governor Brown in opposition to the proposed route of the
Southern Crossing. He questioned the expenditure of City funds for this "one -sided propaganda campaign
to an the Bridge ", and requested a legal ruling on this matter.
Mr. Weller stated he very clearly recalled the circumstances of this case. A ruling had been sought and
the City Attorney had rendered his opinion that this was a perfectly legal expenditure because both ,
those who opposed and those who supported the bridge had been invited to use this public transportation
which was to be provided out of public funds. This information had been carried in the press and had
been publicly stated on many occasions that said transportation was to be made available to all citi-
zens of Alameda who wanted to go to Sacramento for this particular meeting.
87 Mr. Frank Gottstein, 731 Haight Avenue, addressed the Council in reminiscence of the history of
the engineering fallacies in the construction of the San Francisco - Oakland Bay Bridge, the original
Posey Tube and now the Bay Area Rapid Transit. He felt the mistake being made currently was the attempt
to= construct the Rapid Transit system and the Southern Crossing at the same time. He was opposed to
the recommended alignment of the new route for the Southern Crossing. Mr. Gottstein also reiterated
his protest against the low elevation of Webster Street which was responsible for the periodic flooding.
Also, the traffic congestion on this thoroughfare was again stressed.
9.17 Mr. John J. Williamson, 512 -B Central Avenue, expressed his opposition to the contemplated bridge
coming into the City of Alameda.
10✓ Mr. Robert U. Downie, 1377 East Shore Drive, stated he was interested in learning how the east
end of the City might be affected by the proposed Southern Crossing bridge and he would keep in mind
the date of the suggested meeting on the subject. He felt the Council could seek action by the State
in making improvements of the traffic situation in the vicinity of Webster Street by use of certain
lands the State had acquired for highway purposes.
HEARINGS:
11. The matter was called up concerning the proposed rezoning, on the Planning Board's Own Resolution
of Intention, as subsequently modified, those several areas as specifically indicated in the Board's
letter of recommendation dated January 12, 1966, and as set forth on the map labeled, "North- Central-
West Alameda Rezoning Study, Exhibit 'D'."
The Clerk stated there was on file the Affidavit of Publication of the Notice of Hearing in this case.
Also, copies of the minutes of the Planning Board meeting at which this matter was considered' had been
sent to the Councilmen for their information.
Upon request, Planning Director Johnson reviewed in detail the history of the study made by the Plan-
ning Staff at the request of the Planning Board. By use of the projector, he displayed a large map of
the entire sixty- seven -acre area which had been examined with the view toward at least up- dating the
zoning to make it more conforming to use and with the thought in mind of self -help renewal and develop-
ment. He pointed out, however, that as a result of the study, it had been determined that the best use
of the area was still under the "R -2" zone which presently existed in the greater portion of the area
in question. Mr. Johnson also referred to four maps displayed on the board which showed the several
sections which had been given individual study.
The President then read the legal issue before the Council, as written by the City Attorney, as follows:
"Whether the findings and recommendations of the Planning Board in its advisory report based upon Sec-
tion 11 -175 of the Alameda Municipal Code should be approved, modified or disapproved."
Upon the call for proponents of the question, Mr. John J. Williamson indicated he was in favor of the
proposed rezoning. The President then inquired if there were any opponents to the issue - and there
was no response. The President then declared the Hearing closed.
Following some discussion by the Council, Councilman McCall moved the recommendation of the Planning
Board as contained in its letter of January 12, 1966, and as shown on the map known as "Exhibit D ",
be approved. The motion was seconded by Councilman Rose and carried on the following roll call vote.
Ayes: Five. Noes: None. Absent: None.
The matter was then referred to "Introduction of Ordinances ".
REPORTS OF OFFICERS. BOARDS, ETCETERA:
12. From the City Manager, recommending contract be awarded to J. H. Fitzmaurice, Inc., low bidder,
for the project of Reconstructing Culverts at the Intersection of Santa Clara Avenue and Everett Street,
at the total cost of $5,759.
Councilman La Croix moved the recommendation be adopted; that the contract be awarded to the designated
firm for the specified project at the price quoted. The motion was seconded by Councilman Bartley and
on roll call carried by the following vote. Ayes: Five. Noes: None. Absent: None.
13. From the Advisory Golf Commission, signed by Mr. Robert L. Veres, Secretary, recommending the
employment of the architectural firm of Sarazen, Muirhead and Caldwell for the first phase of the pro-
ject of correcting unsatisfactory conditions at the Alameda Municipal Golf Course, which would be a
preliminary study at the sum of $1,000.
Considerable discussion ensued about the proposed fees and charges for this project - the recommended
"flat fee" versus a "percentage fee". Messrs. Watson, Assistant City Manager,'and Parker Favier and
Elliot Peterson of the Advisory Golf Commission spoke in explanation of several pertinent aspects. It
was stressed that the question before the Council at this meeting was to authorize only the first phase
' of the project, which was the preliminary study by this firm at the cost of $1,000.
Councilman McCall then moved the recommendation be approved and the firm of Sarazen, Muirhead and
Caldwell, Golf Course Architects, be retained to make said preliminary study of the Alameda Municipal
Golf Course at the fee of $1,000., which sum would be included in the total cost to be paid said firm
of architects should it be employed for the total project. The motion was seconded by Councilman Rose
and carried on the following roll call vote. Ayes: Five. Noes: None. Absent: None.
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14. From the City Manager, recommending the sum of $2,380. be expended for certain materials, to be
purchased in the open market, for the renovation of the third-floor rest rooms in City Hall, on the
finding that this procedure would be more economical for the City, as provided in Section 3-15 of the
City Charter.
,Councilman Rose moved the recommendation be approved and said expenditure be authorized. The motion
was seconded by Councilman Bartley and on roll call carried by the following vote. Ayes: Five. Noes:
None. Absent: None.
INTRODUCTION OF ORDINANCES:
15. Councilman Bartley introduced the following ordinance, after which it was laid over under provision
of law and the Charter:
"Ordinance No.
•■•••••••■■••■•■■■
New Series
An Ordinance Amending Title XIV, Chapter 2, Article 1, of the Alameda
Municipal Code, Relating to Fire Zones."
16. Councilman La Croix introduced the following ordinance, after which it was laid over under provi-
sion of law and the Charter:
"Ordinance No.
New Series
An Ordinance Reclassifying and Rezoning Certain Property Within the City
of Alameda by Amending Zoning Ordinance No. 1277, New Series." (Per Map
of "North-Central-West Alameda Rezoning Study, Exhibit 'D'")
UNFINISHED BUSINESS:
17./ At this point, the President read a letter dated February 8, 1966, from Mr. Franz S. Collischonn,
submitting a report with regard to.the present status of the "Sister-City Benefit Fund". It was stated
the money was in a Savings Account of the Alameda First National Bank and as of December 31, 1965,
amounted to $855.92. Mr. Collischonn also mentioned that The Reverend Mr. Robert Lewis was a Co-
Trustee with him in this account.
18. President Godfrey also read a prepared statement relating to the unexpected news of the resignation
of The Honorable John C. Houlihan, Mayor of the City of Oakland. He expressed the sincere hope that
the Mayor would see fit to reconsider as he believed he had done a magnificent job for the City of
Oakland. He felt his ideas had done much to identify and point the way to solutions of major problems -
not only in the City of Oakland:but throughout the entire Bay Area.
Councilman McCall expressed his thought that every member of the City Council echoed the sentiments of
the President with respect to Mayor Houlihan. He also pointed up that Mayor Houlihan had served the
interests of the whole County with great glory and he had been recognized as a "Big Town" Mayor.
19.1 The President read, too, a letter from Rabbi Gunther Gates of Temple Israel, extending an invita-
tion to him and the members of the City Council to attend the annual Brotherhood Services to be held
Friday, February 25, 1966, at 8:15 o'clock p.m.
NEW BUSINESS:
2O' Bartley referred to the large vacant parcel which was zoned "industrial" and known as
the Pacific Marina and the Bethlehem Steel area. He pointed up the fact that many hours had been spent
in trying to arrive at a solution for the problems existing throughout this property. In connection
with this study, the terrific traffic problem on Webster Street had been emphasized - caused particu-
larly by the increased number of employees at Todd Shipyards' plant.
He suggested that concurrently with the proposed project to widen and resurface Atlantic Avenue, the
City could open up the dead-end of Atlantic Avenue into Webster Street and get the traffic to flow
east. He said he knew the City Manager and the Staff were aware of all of these problems and were
completely briefed on all of the past history. On this one item, he recommended the City Manager and
the Staff submit to the Council a recommended solution for opening up this thoroughfare.
He mentioned the potential increase of traffic when the new Junior College in the Webster Street vicin-
ity became ready for use and he felt the City should start now to cope with this congestion because it
had already reached the saturation point.
Councilman Bartley also suggested, for Council consideration, that the City hire an outside research
consultant to determine the proper land use of the area presently owned by Pacific Marina, Bethlehem
Steel and Encinal Terminals. He felt this land was not put to its highest and best use because of the
existing problem of access. Councilman Bartley said he believed this procedure would eliminate any
conflict of interest and it should be a professional group which could be completely detached from the
ownership of the property. He indicated there would be no problem in determining the proper land use
but the consultants must also be qualified in traffic engineering - and this was a very special issue
throughout this area.
Councilman Bartley said he did not expect immediate action on this latter suggestion - but he did wish
the Council to take action on the matter of opening up the flow of traffic from Atlantic Avenue east-
erly of Webster Street.
Upon inquiry, Mr. Weller stated he knew this traffic problem was under active study by the Engineering
Department but he could not say just when a report could be ready.
There was further discussion about the constantly increasing traffic not only due to Todd Shipyards'
activities but also to the number of families who would soon be arriving because of the Aircraft
Carrier Enterprise being assigned to the Alameda Naval Air Station - and further, to the Junior College,
as already mentioned.
Other aspects of the history of the traffic congestion and study of possible solutions were broached.
The opinion was expressed that the City should work with the Navy and private industry in exploring
other routes to obviate some of the existing traffic problem.
Mr. Weller stated that he would attempt to expedite the study of this traffic situation as rapidly as
possible. However, he reiterated he did not know just how soon it might be accomplished.
RESOLUTIONS:
21. The following resolution was introduced by Councilman La Croix, who moved its adoption:
"Resolution No. 6908
Cancelling City Taxes on Property Acquired by the Alameda Unified School
District for Public Purposes." (Expansion of Haight School)
The motion to adopt said resolution was seconded by Councilman Rose and on roll call carried by the
following vote. Ayes: Five. Noes: None. Absent: None.
22. The following resolution was introduced by Councilman La Croix, who moved its adoption:
"Resolution No. 6909
Adopting Specifications, Special Provisions and Plans for the Widening and
Resurfacing of Atlantic Avenue from Main Street to Webster Street, Calling
for Bids and Directing City Clerk to Advertise Same."
The motion to adopt said resolution was seconded by Councilman Rose and on roll call carried by the
following vote. Ayes: Five. Noes: None. Absent: None.
23. The following resolution was introduced by Councilman La Croix, who moved its adoption:
"Resolution No. 6910
Rejecting Claim for Damages Presented by Paul Turcotte."
The motion to adopt said resolution was seconded by Councilman Rose and on roll call carried by the
following vote. Ayes: Five. Noes: None. Absent: None.
24. The following resolution was introduced by Councilman La Croix, who moved its adoption:
"Resolution No. 6911
Authorizing Execution of Agreement with State of California Providing for
Joint Participation in Replacement of Existing Traffic Signal Controllers
at the Intersections of Atlantic Avenue, Buena Vista Avenue and Santa Clara
Avenue with State Highway Route 260 (Webster Street), and Installation of
Traffic Signal Interconnect Equipment at the Intersections of Atlantic Avenue,
Buena Vista Avenue, Lincoln Avenue, Santa Clara Avenue and State Highway Route
61 (Central Avenue) with State Highway Route 260 (Webster Street) and at Eighth
Street with State Highway Route 61 (Central Avenue)."
The motion to adopt said resolution was seconded by Councilman Rose and on roll call carried by the
following vote. Ayes: Five. Noes: None. Absent: None.
25. The following resolution was introduced by Councilman Rose, who moved its adoption:
"Resolution No. 6912
Authorizing Execution of Architectural Services Agreement with Treichel &
Gibbs in Connection with Proposed Construction of New Firehouse for City."
The motion to adopt said resolution was seconded by Councilman La Croix.
Speaking on the question, Mr. Weller brought up the possibility of getting some financial assistance
from Civil Defense Funds for the construction of this Firehouse. He explained the circumstances
involved and the required procedure to follow to enable such action - and suggested the motion to adopt
this resolution be reworded to the following effect, "authorize the execution of the agreement as pro-
posed, with such technical modifications as may be necessary to permit an application for use of
Civil Defense Funds - but with the understanding that this would not affect the cost or design of the
building, except with the consent of the City Council ".
With the consent of his second, Councilman Rose withdrew his motion and then moved the adoption of the
foregoing resolution for the execution of the agreement as proposed, with such technical modifications
as may be necessary to permit the filing of an application for use of Civil Defense Funds with the
understanding that this would not affect the cost or design of the building except with the consent of
the City Council. The motion was seconded by Councilman La Croix and carried on the following roll
call vote. Ayes: Five. Noes: None. Absent: None.
26. The following resolution was introduced by Councilman Bartley, who moved its adoption:
"Resolution No.
Authorizing Execution of a Lease of Certain Real Property to Edward Schefski,
and Approving the Form and Terms of Said Lease."
The motion to adopt said resolution was seconded by Councilman McCall.
Many questions were raised about the proposed use of this piece of property for a Used Car Lot. It
was felt this would only add to the undesirable traffic conditions, especially after the Junior College
was in session. It was pointed out that the lease would be for one year only, with no option to renew,
and that Mr. Schefski was entirely aware of this limitation. Further, the provisions of the Lease
would give the City control of the situation.
After further discussion, the question was put and the motion was defeated on the following roll call
vote. Ayes: Councilmen Bartley and President Godfrey, (2). Noes: Councilmen La Croix, McCall and
Rose, (3). Absent: None.
27. The. resolution was introduced by Councilman Rose, who moved its adoption:
"Resolution No. 6913
Authorizing Execution of Amendment to Contract No. NBy(U) -44650 (Modification
No. 'D') Relating to Special Services Furnished by the City to U. S. Navy
Off- Station Public Quarters and Homoja Housing Project."
The motion to adopt said resolution was seconded by Councilman Bartley and on roll call carried by
the following vote. Ayes: Five. Noes: None. Absent: None.
28. The following resolution was introduced by Councilman Rose, who moved its adoption:
'Resolution No. 6914
Approving Proposed Budget for Engineering Funds Pursuant to Section 2107.5
of the Streets and Highways Code -- Fiscal Year 1966 - 1967."
The motion to adopt said resolution was seconded by Councilman Bartley and on roll call carried by the
following vote. Ayes: Five. Noes: None. Absent: None.
29. The following resolution was introduced by Councilman Rose, who moved its adoption:
"Resolution No. 6915
Authorizing the Attorney General of California to Conduct Legal Proceedings
on Behalf of the City in Civil Antitrust Cases Against Certain Suppliers of
Concrete and Steel Water Pipe."
The motion to adopt said resolution was seconded by Councilman Bartley and on roll call carried by the
following vote. Ayes: Five. Noes: None. Absent: None.
30. The following resolution was introduced by Councilman McCall, who moved its adoption:
"Resolution No. 6916
Declaring Intention of Council to Order the Vacation of an Unimproved Portion
of Mecartney Road East of Camellia Drive, and Referring to a Certain Map for
Particulars of the Proposed Vacation (5 Feet by 144 Feet Strip)."
The motion to adopt said resolution was seconded by Councilman Rose and on roll call carried by the
following vote. Ayes: Five. Noes: None. Absent: None.
31. The following resolution was introduced by Councilman Rose, who moved its adoption:
"Resolution No. 6917
Resolution of. the Council of the City of Alameda In Memoriam to Francis G.
MacGinnis (Former City Planning Board Member)
"WITH HEARTFELT GRIEF, the - .Council of the City of Alameda records the death of one of
its civic - minded citizens, FRANCIS G. MacGINNIS, who had been a member of the City Planning
Board from November 13, 1956, until June 30, 1959.
"WHEREAS, Mr. MacGinnis had served on this important Board conscientiously and capably
and had ever been most cooperative with the others involved in this phase of City
responsibility; and
"WHEREAS, Mr. MacGinnis had been highly respected in the community for his participation
in the worthwhile programs of civic and fraternal organizations.
"NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that, in recognition of his contribution of personal
service to the City on behalf of its citizens and his friendliness toward all of his asso-
ciates, the Council of the City of Alameda hereby expresses its sadness at the loss of this
fine man and its appreciation of his innate kindness.
"BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that this resolution be spread in full upon:the minutes of this
meeting and that a copy thereof be forwarded to the family of Mr. MacGinnis in order to
extend to its members a sincere expression of sympathy in their bereavement; and
"BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that when this meeting of the Council of the City of Alameda
adjourns, it shall do so in respect to the memory of FRANCIS G. MacGINNIS."
The motion to adopt said resolution was seconded by Councilman La Croix and on roll call carried by
the following vote. Ayes: Five. Noes: None. Absent: None.
32. The following resolution was introduced by Councilman Bartley, who moved its adoption:
"Resolution No. 6918
Resolution of the Council of the City of Alameda In Memoriam to Joseph R.
Knowland, Sr.
"WITH PROFOUND SORROW, the Council of the City of Alameda records the death of one of
its native sons, JOSEPH R. KNOWLAND, Sr., whose long life of public service in many fields
of endeavor had brought distinction to him and many advantages to the people of California.
"WHEREAS, Mr. Knowland had served with great dedication in both the Assembly and the
Senate of the State of California and, later, for several terms, as one of the Representatives
of the State of California in the Congress of the United States of America; and
"WHEREAS, Mr. Knowland, upon retirement from public office, became the publisher of
the Oakland Tribune and thus provided influential leadership to continue his public service
in many segments of Local, County and State interests; and
"WHEREAS, Mr. Knowland had been Chairman of the Historic Landmarks Committee of the
Native Sons of the Golden West and had worked diligently to promote the restoration and the
preservation for posterity of the California Historical Sites, particularly the great chain
of early Franciscan Missions - and he had been notably honored for his tireless efforts in
this respect; and
"WHEREAS, Mr. Knowland, as a long -time member and Chairman of the State Parks Commission`,
had emphasized activities toward the. establishment and development of the great park system
of California and the conservation of California's Giant Sequoias. In grateful recognition
of this endeavor, an impressive and living monument has been created, "The Joseph R. Knowland
State Arboretum and Park ", in the City of Oakland; and
"WHEREAS, Mr. Knowland had been held in high esteem and admired for his integrity as a
leader in many fields for the benefit of all people, and had also been genuinely loved for his
staunch friendship, his sense of humor and his tolerance for the opinions of others.
"NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that, in acknowledgement of his many commendable works
and in appreciation of the great influence for good that his life had exerted upon all
Californians, the Council of the City of Alameda does hereby express its sense of personal loss
and its gratitude for the remarkable achievements of this great man.
"BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that this resolution be spread in full upon the minutes of this
meeting and a copy thereof be sent to the family of Mr. Knowland in order to extend to its
members a sincere expression of condolence in their bereavement; and
"BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that when this meeting of the Council of the City of Alameda
adjourns, it shall do so in respect to the memory of JOSEPH R. KNOWLAND, Sr. "'
The motion to adopt said resolution was seconded by Councilman Rose and on roll call carried by the
following vote. Ayes: Five. Noes: None. Absent; None.
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33. The following resolution was introduced by Councilman McCall, who moved its adoption:
'Resolution No. 6919
Resolution of the Council of the City of Alameda In Memoriam to Milton L.
Abrahamson, Retired City Employee
"WITH GREAT SADNESS, the Council of the City of Alameda records the death of one of its
loyal, former employees, MILTON L. ABRAHAMSON, who had been employed by the Bureau of Electricity
of the City of Alameda on August 9, 1944, and whose unexpected illness had caused his recent
retirement on January 8, 1966.
"WHEREAS, Mr. Abrahamson had commenced his employ as a Lineman and had earned promotions
through the years to the several positions of Line Crew Foreman, Assistant Electrical Inspector
and, finally, as one of the Electrical Inspectors of the Department of Public Utilities, in
which capacity he was serving at the time of his retirement; and
"WHEREAS, Mr. Abrahamson had conscientiously and diligently performed the duties of his
various posts in a most competent manner during the twenty -two years of his service and had
been most cooperative with his fellow workers and those with whom he came in contact in the
performance of his inspections.
"NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Council of the City of Alameda does hereby ack-
nowledge the excellent work of Mr. Abrahamson and expresses its appreciation for his faithfulness.
"BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that this resolution be spread in full upon the minutes of this
meeting and a copy thereof be sent to the family of Mr. Abrahamson so that it may extend the
Council's sincere sympathy in its bereavement.
"BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that when this meeting of the Council of the City of Alameda
adjourns, it shall do so in respect to the memory of MILTON L. ABRAHAMSON."
The motion to adopt said resolution was seconded by Councilman Rose and on roll call carried by the
following vote. Ayes: Five. Noes: None. Absent: None.
The President then declared all of the resolutions adopted, as indicated.
ORDINANCES FOR PASSAGE:
34.
"Ordinance No. 1522,
New Series
An Ordinance Amending the Alameda Municipal Code by Amending Section 3 -5616
Thereof, Relating to Seizure and Sale for Taxes."
Councilman McCall moved the ordinance be passed as submitted. The motion was seconded by Councilman
Bartley and on roll call carried by the following vote. Ayes: Five. Noes: None. Absent: None.
FILING:
35. Agreement - Between City and State - Providing Joint Participation in Replacement of Existing Signal
Controllers and Installation of Signal Interconnect Equipment.
36. Agreement - Between City and Treichel & Gibbs - for Architectural Services concerning proposed
New Firehouse.
37. Contract No. NBy(U) -44650 (Modification No. 'D') - Between City and United States of America for
Special Services.
38. Financial Statement - Bureau of Electricity, as of December 31, 1965 - Verified by Hackleman,
Larzelere & McKenna.
39. Budget Proposal for Engineering Funds Form - Between City and State Division of Highways.
40. Specifications No. PW 6 -65 -19 - Widening and Resurfacing of Atlantic Avenue between Main Street
and Webster Street.
BILLS:
41. An itemized List of Claims against the City of Alameda and
amount of $51,331.27, was presented to the Council at this meeti
The List was accompanied by certification from the City Manager
Councilman McCall moved the bills as itemized in the List of Cla
ary 15, 1966, and presented to the Council at this meeting, be a
seconded by Councilman La Croix and on roll call carried by the
None. Absent: None.
the Departments
ng.
that the Claims
ims filed with
llowed and paid
following vote.
thereof, in the total
shown were correct.
the City Clerk on Febru-
. The motion was
Ayes: Five. Noes:
ADJOURNMENT:
42. The President asked all to rise for a moment of silence in observance of the passing of Messrs.
Francis G. MacGinnis, Joseph R. Knowland, Sr., and Milton L. Abrahamson. There being no further busi-
ness to come before the meeting, the Council adjourned in respect to the memory of these three gentlemen
to assemble in regular session on Tuesday evening, March 1, 1966, at 7:30 o'clock.
Respectfully sub r i"tted,
C