1966-07-19 Regular CC MinutesREGULAR MEETING. OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ALADQIDA
HELD TUESDAY EVENING JULY 19, 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. Joe Chastain, Pastor, Church of the Nazarene.
ROLL CALL:
The roll was called and Councilmeu.Dartley, La Croix, Jr., McCall, Rose and President Godfrey,
(5), were noted present. Absent: None.
MINUTES:
[—_ ' 1. The minutes of the regular meeting held July 5, and of the adjourned regular meeting held July 12,
1966 were _p.-.,~d as ~-....-'b-d }
WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS:
Speaking on the question, Councilman La Croix spoke of the existing signs of other organizations which
were in disrepair. He suggested that possibly the Chamber of Commerce might check into this condition
and contact these other Clubs in an attempt to have them cooperate as a total unit in displaying their
several signs - rather than individually - and thus enhance the appearance of all. The Assistant City
Manager was to contact the ''Chamber" in this respect.
ORAL COMMUNICATIONS:
2:' From Encinal Lodge No. 164, I. O. O. F., signed by Mr. Lyle E. Wright, Recording Secretary,
requesting permission to erect a sign of its Order on the outskirts of the City for publicity purposes.
Councilman McCall stated he thought this request was in line with other organizations which had these
signs posted at the City limits. He moved that permission be granted to this Lodge to erect its sign
subject to the regulations of the City Engineer and the requirements of the City. Councilman Rose
seconded the motion.
The question was then put and the motion carried on the following roll call vote. Ayes: Five. Noes:
None. Absent: Noue,
3. Mrs. Lillian Baughman, 3081 Madison Street, stated some of the children, parents and teachers of
Woodstock Children's Care Center were present this evening to bring before the Council a problem which
affected the "Center". She introduced Mr. Robert I. Lombardo, President of the Children's Center
Parents' Association. He read a resolution signed by sixty-three parents indicating their support of
the teachers in their effort to have their wages increased by more than the Alameda Unified School
District had granted. It was stated the Board of Education had refused to negotiate with the Teach-
ers Union, Local 1672, on the question of salaries. The City Council was petitioned to take action
to notify the Board of Education that it was in favor of said Board re-opening negotiations on this
question.
President Godfrey emphasized that the City Council had no jurisdiction in this situation. He explained
that, insofar as he knew, the operation of the Care Center was not mandatory and, therefore, the Board
of Education could just close it. President Godfrey said he understood the Board of Education felt the
teachers of this Center were presently being paid salaries comparable to those in the surrounding area
in view of the fifty-dollar raise they had recently received.
Upon request, City Attorney Cunningham further explained to the interested petitioners that the City
Council had no control over the Board of Education, whose duty it was to conduct the school system of
the City of Alameda.
, 4. Mr. A. T. Wiemken, 605 Glenwood Isle, mentioned for the Council's information that the Chamber of
Commerce had been working on the matter of signs which appeared at all City entrances, with the excep-
tion of '"Park Street". He pointed out these particular signs included only "Service Clubs" - no
fraternal organizations at all. He suggested that if a ''Lodge" were to be permitted to erect a sign,
it would be well to attempt to get all such organizations together and have one sign constructed which
would contain the insignias of all of them - rather than have individual signs scattered here and there.
The President then asked Mr. Wiemken if he would broach this subject to the Chamber on behalf of the
Council and perhaps it could help in getting the fraternal groups together in this respect. Mr.
Wiemken stated he would be glad to do this and it was hoped all such clubs and lodges would be able
to cooperate and improve the appearance of the signs and share the proportionate cost.
REPORTS OF OFFICERS, BOARDS, ETCETERA:
5:~ From the Mayor, nominating Mr. Charles H. Myers as a member of the Civil Service Board for the
term ending June 30, 197I.
6.vr From the Mayor, nominating Mr. C. Dean Ramsden as a member of the Board of Education for the term
expiring June 30, 1971.
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From the Mayor, nominating Mr. Donald Bruzzone as a member of the Library Board for the term expir-
ing June 30, I971.
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8. From the Mayor, nominating Messrs. 8. J. Kihn, Melvin R. Sanderson and Victor L. Hanson, Jr.,
to membership on the Planning Board for terms ending June 30, 1969.
9. From the Mayor, recommending appointment of Mr. John Towata as a member of the Recreation and
Parks Commission, to serve the balance of the unexpired term of Mr. Daniel J. Rourke, resigned,
which will expire August 31, 1966^
lU. From the Mayor, recommending the appointment of Mr. Alec Low to membership on the Retirement Board
for the term ending June 30, 1908.
l*/ From the Mayor, (two letters) nominating Mrs. Rudolph Steinmetz and Mr. Louis Whitmore as members
of the Social Service Board for terms expiring June 30, 1969.
l/. From the Mayor, nominating Mr. Joseph I. Barry, Jr., as a member of the Public Utilities Board
for the term ending June 30, 1970,
All of the foregoing nominations and recommendations were referred to "Resolutions".
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13. From the Assistant City Manager, reporting all work satisfactorily completed on the project of
Resurfacing Various Streets - recommending it be accepted and the Notice of Completion be ordered
filed.
Councilman La Croix moved the recoou/endetinn be followed; that the work on the specified project be
accepted and the Notice of Completion be filed. Councilman Bartley seconded the motion which carried
on be following roll call vote.. Ayes: Five, Noes: None. Absent: None.
l/V From City Manager, recommending contract be awarded to Pacific Cement & Aggregates, low bidder,
for furnishing Top Sand for the Municipal Golf Course, at the prices quoted.
| Councilman Rose inquired about the quantity to be supplied under this particular contract - and
remarked that the bid was also somewhat higher than anticipated. Mr. Watson pointed out that time
was of the essence in this Golf Course project and asked that this matter be deferred to the end of
the agenda while he was excused from the meeting to personally call Mr. Caldwell to ascertain the
exact circumstances involved. It was so ordered.
INTRODUCTION OF ORDINANCES:
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15, Councilman Bartley introduced the following ordinance, after which it was laid over under provi-
sion of law and the Charter:
"Ordinance No.
New Series
An Ordinance Amending the Alameda Municipal Code by Amending Subdivision (27)
of Section 17-333 Thereof, Relating to All Time No Parking."
UNFINISHED BUSINESS:
18. President Godfrey recalled he had indicated at the last meeting that he hoped to be able to sub-
mit a report to the Council on the progress of the rehabilitation of the dwelling units in the
vicinity of the former Estuary Housing Project. It was stated there would be six units completed and
ready for occupancy by July 20. However, further complications had developed, and he said he intended
to discuss these circumstances with the leaders of the several groups to attempt to resolve the
President Godfrey thanked City Engineer Hanna and his men for the expeditious manner in which they had
rehabilitated the interior of the dwelling units in question. It was also brought out that the site
improvement for the recreation area and the furnishing of equipment was pzogrmaoiog.
Further, Councilman Rose commended Mr. Anthony Arnerich, Recreation Supervisor, for the outstanding
job he had done in promoting the several age-group divisions of baseball teams in the various leagues.
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17, Councilman McCall reported on the trip-of the Sister-City Exchange student, Richard Davis, who
had finally arrived in Lidingo, Sweden, and was met by his "family", the Carl Eric Linds. He had quite
an experience of delays in making the trip but everything was now going along well.
RESOLUTIONS:
18. The following resolution was introduced by Councilman La Croix, who moved its adoption:
"Resolution No. 8991
Authorizing Execution of Contract with Alameda Chamber of Commerce for
Advertising for the Fiscal Year Ending June 30, 1967, and Appropriating
Therefor the Sum of $17,100. or as Much Thereof as May be Required."
The motion to adopt said resolution was seconded by Councilman McCall and carried on the following roll
call vote. Ayes: Five. Noes: None. Absent: None.
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l9. The following resolution was introduced by Councilman Rose, who moved its adoption:
"Resolution No. 6992
Appointing Member of the Civil Service Board." (Charles B. Myers)
Councilman Bartley seconded the motion to adopt said resolution which carried on the following roll
cull vote. Ayes: Five. Noes: None. Absent: None.
20. The following resolution was introduced by Councilman L u Croix, who moved its adoption:
"Resolution No. 6993
Appointing Member of the Board of Education." (C. Dean Ramsden)
The motion to adopt said resolution was seconded by Councilman Rose and carried on the following roll
call vote. Ayes: Five. Noes: None. Absent: None.
21. The following resolution was introduced by Councilman La Croix, who moved its adoption:
'Resolution No. 6994
Appointing Member of the Library Board." (Donald Bruzzone)
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.
22. The following resolution was introduced by Councilman Bartley, who moved its
adoption:
"Resolution No. 6995
Appointing Member of the City Planning Board." (Herman J. Kihn)
The motion to adopt said resolution was seconded by Councilman Rose and carried on the following roll
call vote. Ayes: Five. Noes: None. Absent: None.
23. The following resolution was introduced by Councilman La Croix, who moved its adoption:
"Resolution No. 6996
Appointing Member of the City Planning Board." (Melvin D. San
daroon)
The motion to adopt said resolution was seconded by Councilman Rose and carried on the following roll
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call vote. Ayes: Five. 0oea: None. Absent: None.
24. The following resolution was introduced by Councilman Bartley, who moved its adoption:
"Resolution 0o. 6997
Appointing Member of the City Planning Board." (Victor L. Hanson, Jr.)
The motion to adopt said resolution was seconded by Councilman McCall and carried on the following
roll call vote. Ayes: Five, Noes: None. Absent: None.
25. The following resolution was introduced by Councilman Rose, who moved its adoption:
"Resolution No. 6998
Appointing Member of the Recreation and Parks Commiayioo." (John Towata)
The motion to adopt said resolution was seconded by Councilman La Croix and carried on the following
roll call vote. Ayes: Five. Noes: None. Absent: 0ooe,
26. The following resolution was introduced by Councilman Bartley, who moved its adoption:
"Resolution No. 6999
Appointing Member of the Retirement Board." (Alec Low)
The motion to adopt said resolution was seconded by Councilman Rose and carried on the following roll
call vote. Ayes: Five, Noes: None. Absent: None.
27. The following resolution was introduced by Councilman La Croix, who moved its adoption:
"Resolution No. 7000
Appointing Member of the Social Service Board.n (Mrs. Rudolph Steinmetz)
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 13y Councilman Rose, who moved its adoption:
"Resolution No. 7001
Appointing Member of the Social Service Board. ' (Louis A. Whitmore)
The motion to adopt said resolution was seconded by Councilman Bartley and carried on the following
roll call vote. Ayes: Five. Noes: None. Absent: None.
29. The following resolution was introduced by Councilman La Croix, who moved its adoption:
"Resolution No. 7002
Appointing Member of the Public Utilities Board." (Joseph T. Barry, Jr.)
Councilman Rose seconded the motion to adopt said resolution which carried on the following roll call
vote. Ayes: Councilmen Bartley, La Croix, Rose and President Godfre y, (4). Noes: Councilman McCall,
(1). Absent: None.
Councilman McCall explained that his /'0o" vote meant no personal reflection against Mr. Barry but,
rather, that he could not agree Mr. Sherwood Jones, the former member, should be replaced.
30. The following resolution was introduced by Councilman La Croix, who moved its adoption:
"Resolution No. 7003
Acknowledging Appointment of Building Code Board of Appeals.' (Watson L.
Butcher; Italo A. Calpestri, III; Michael G. Ghiselli; Prentiss W. Jackson,
III; C. G. Klitgaard)
The motion to adopt said resolution was seconded by Councilman Rose and carried on the following roll
call vote. Ayes: Five. Noes: None. Absent: None.
31. The following resolution was introduced by Councilman La Croix, who moved its adoption:
"Resolution No. 7004
RESOLUTION OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF A DA I0 MEMORIAM TO RAYMOND SEVINA
WITH HEARTFELT SORROW, the Council of the City of Alameda records the death of one of
its loyal employees, RAYMOND SEVINA, who had commenced his employment with the City of
Alameda on December 4, 1956.
"WHEREAS, Mr. Sevina had 6. eeo a most conscientious and earnest employee in the Park
Department and had performed his duties in a commendable manner; and
"WHEREAS, Mr. Sevina had always been most cooperative and had engendered harmonious
relations among his fellow workers, who have indeed been saddened by the passing of their
`good friend; and
"WHEREAS, Mr. Sevina had long been a leader in sports activities in the City - having
played on the local teams, having served as a Sports Announcer for games in both Washington
and Lincoln Parks, and having officiated at annual athletic events for the benefit of the
March of Dimes.
"00W, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that, in recognition of his good work and popular leader-
ship on behalf of the City, the Council hereby expresses its sense of personal loss, and its
appreciation for the faithful service rendered by Mr. Sevina during the ten years of his employ.
"/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. Sevina that this sincere expression
of sympathy might be thus extended.
"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 RAYMOND SEVINA."
The motion to adopt said resolution was seconded by Councilman Rose and on roll call carried by the
following roll call vote. Ayes: Five. Noes: None. Absent: None.
The President then declared all of the foregoing resolutions adopted.
FILING:
32. Contract - Between City and Chamber of Commerce - Fiscal Year 1966-I967 - for Publicizing City.
33. Auditor's Financial Statement - City of Alameda - Fiscal Year Ending June 30, 1960 - Verified
by 8ackleman, Larzelere & McKenna.
34. At this point, the meeting was referred back to n8eporta" and Assistant City Manager Watson
submitted additional information with regard to the bids for furnishing Top Sand for the Municipal
Golf Course, as presented earlier in the meeting.
Mr. Watson then recommended that all bids be rejected and, on the finding that great urgency and
necessity required the delivery of said Top Sand as promptly as possible, the Council authorize him
to negotiate with the low bidder for the proper quantity of fifty-four hundred cubic yards. Mr.
Watson stressed the importance of getting the same immediately in order that the Golf Course project
would not be held up.
Upon advice from the City Attorney concerning the proper procedure, Councilman McCall moved all bids
be rejected. Councilman La Croix seconded the motion which carried on the following roll call vote.
Ayes: Five, Noes: None. Absent: None,
Councilman Rose then moved the Assistant City Manager be authorized to enter into an agreement for the
furnishing of approximately fifty-four hundred cubic yards of Top Sand for use at the Municipal Golf
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Course, upon the finding of great emergency and necessity in this transaction, under provision of the
City Charter - and the prices be communicated to Mr. Peterson and himself, members of the Golf Course
Steering Committee, prior to any award of contract. Councilman McCall seconded the motion which car- |
ried on the following vote. Ayes: Five. Noes: None. Absent: None. �
BILLS: '
35. An itemized List of Claims againot the City of Alameda and the several DeparUneoto thereof, in the
total amount of $59,788.34, was presented to the Council at this meeting. |
The List was accompanied by certificution from the City Manager that the Claims shown were correct.
Councilman McCall moved the bills as itemized in said List of Claims filed with the City Clerk on
July 19, 1966, and presented to the Council at this meeting, be ollomed and puid. The motion was |
seconded by Councilman La Croix and carried on the following roll call vote. Ayes: Five. Noes:
None. Absent: None.
36.v At this time, President Godfrey expressed complimentary re marks to Councilman McCall for the very �
excellent manner in which he had conducted the last meeting of the East Bay Division of the League of
California Cities on Friday evening, July 15. He said he had heard many laudatory comments which
brought honor not only to Councilman McCall but also to the City of Alameda,
37. There being no further business to come before the meeting, the President called up the Council
for a moment of silence in observance of the passing of Mr. Raymond Sevina. The Council then adjourned
in respect to the memory of Mr. Sevina - to assemble in regular session on Tuesday evening, August 2,
1966, at 7:30 o'clock.
Respectfully submitted,