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1965-05-18 Regular CC MinutesREGULAR MEETING OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ALAMEDA
HELD TUESDAY EVENING MAY 18, 1965
Alle-
giance was led by Councilman Bartley and was followed by an inspiring Invocation delivered by The
Reverend Father Clyde Miller, Chaplain of St. Joseph's High School.
ROLL CALL:
The roll was called and Councilman Bartley, La Croix, Jr., McCall, Rose and President Godfrey,
(5), were noted present. Absent: None.
MINUTES:
1. The minutes of the regular meeting held May 4, and the special meeting held May 11, 1965, were
approved as transcribed.
WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS:
2, From Department of Parks and Recreation, Division of Beaches and Parks, signed by Mr. Charles A.
DeTurk, Chief, with regard to use of City-owned tidelands being restricted to activities compatible
with those of the State Beach by the public - and recommending said tidelands be placed under juris-
diction of the State Park System, through some type of agreement.
It was pointed out it had already been suggested that a meeting be arranged, through Assemblyman
Robert W. Crown, between a City delegation and the State officials concerned in Sacramento, and this
matter would be included in the over-all diocuanion.
3. From M. J. Freeman, suggesting certain signs be painted on the edge of sidewalks at intersections
to keep pedestrians back from the flush curb while waiting for a green light to cross the street.
The Clerk was to acknowledge the letter, informing Mr. Freeman this matter had been referred to the
Traffic Advisory Committee for its study and report. It was also suggested it might be taken up by
the Junior Chamber of Commerce with the Green Cross safety program.
ORAL COMMUNICATIONS:
4^ Mr. Frank Gottstein, 791 Haight Avenue, spoke of the difficulties encountered by the merchants
on Webster Street. He felt, however, the removal of the on-street parking meters would be of no
benefit, except those on the side streets which were in front of some of the residences.
Upon request, Councilman Rose explained that there was a committee which included Councilman McCall
and himself working on the parking meter situation. Be pointed out a full report would be submitted
at the proper time.
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5. Mr. John J. Williamson, 512-B Central Avenue, representing the Citizens Committee for Retention
of Alameda Memorial State Beach, read a letter emphasizing that the Division of Beaches and Parks
should be given every opportunity to supervise and administer, in addition to Alameda Memorial State
Beach, the beach and tideland areas immediately adjacent to said State Beach. Mr. Williamson 'then
submitted his letter to the Clerk.
President Godfrey pointed out this matter was still under study and all of the facts concerning the
plans of the Peralta College were not yet known any more than those for the development of this area
for recreation.
6. y Mr. John Paul Gutleben, 1246 Otis Drive, expressed his thinking that the City of Alameda should
retain control of the tide and submerged lands adjacent to Alameda Memorial State Beach.
HEARINGS:
71 Continued from the meeting of April 20, 1965 - the matter of an Appeal filed by Wilbur B. and
Vera M. George, 1606 Santa Clara Avenue, from the decision of the Planning Board to allow construction
of an apartment house on the property known as 1612 and 1610 Santa Clara Avenue, by a variance granted
to Barron and Hartley, Inc.
A letter of protest against said variance also accompanied the Appeal, signed by the following: R. C.
Miller, Geraldine and Ward Robinson, Myrtle Wilson, Evelyn A. Goldsmith and Robert C. and Marie
Franklin - all of the 1600-block on Santa Clara Avenue.
Additional letters of protest received since the matter was originally on the agenda had been received
from the following: A. F. Bruno, 1530 Peru Street; Edna Spinney, 1430 Paru Street; Mr. and Mrs.
[ Virgil Guptill, 1600 Central Avenue; and Herbert C. and Marie E. Hansen, 1600 Santa Clara Avenue.
The Clerk stated that copies of the minutes of the Planning Board meeting at which this matter was
considered had been sent to the Councilmen for their information.
City Attorney Cunningham stated the legal issue before the Council was whether or not the action of
the Board, under Section 11-161(b)(e) of the Zoning Ordinance section of the Municipal Code should be
affirmed, modified or reversed.
Upon request, Mr. Donald Johnson, Planning Director, reviewed in detail the circumstances involved in
this case. He pointed out the two lots in question would be developed as a total parcel - the existing
four-unit dwelling would remain on the portion known as 1612 Santa Clara Avenue and a new structure
containing ten units would be erected on the section known as 1616 Santa Clara Avenue and parking
would be provided at the rear of the smaller building.
Upon the call for proponents, Mr. Frank B. Hartley, 3302 Liberty Avenue, represented Barron and Hartley,
Inc.. He emphasized the relatively small deficiency in the square footage of the parcel which necessi-
tated the variance to allow the building of the tenth unit of their proposed apartment house.
The President then called upon the opponents to the Board's granting of this variance and the following
spoke in objection to the project: Wilbur R. and Vera M. George; Walter Tupitza, 1038 Central Avenue;
Melvin E. Goldsmith, 1619 Santa Clara Avenue; G. N. Pope, 1820 Bay Street; Raul de la Torre, 1624
Central Avenue:. Helen L. Freeman, 831 Laurel Street; Robert Franklin, 1525 St. Charles Street.
The principal objection stemmed from the fear that after this parcel was fully developed, then one of
the lots would be sold and the off-street parking for the ten-unit building would be eliminated, and
the neighborhood parking problem further aggravated.
It was developed that Barron and Hartley could construct a new building containing nine units under
provision of the Zoning Ordinance - and no variance at all would be neede6.
Considerable discussion ensued on this issue with the Planning Director attempting to clarify the many
phases of the situation for the benefit of the interested parties present. The City Attorney, too,
explained the proper interpretation of certain regulations.
Mrs. Frank Hartley also spoke in support of their plans for the improvement of the parcel in question.
The Council indicated its sympathetic attitude toward both the Hartleys and the neighbors who were pro-
testing against this particular development, and offered several suggestions for possible treatment
of this property in order to reach a mutually satisfactory smlutioo. The Hearing was then declared
closed.
Upon inquiry, Mr. Hartley expressed his preference that the matter be settled one way or the other at
this meeting but agreed that the postponement of a decision would not be a hardship on him.
Councilman La Croix moved that this matter be continued to the next meeting of the Council on June 1,
1905, in order to further explore all feasible possibilities for the development of this parcel which
might obviate the cause of the objections. The motion was seconded by Councilman Bartley and carried
ou'tbe following roll call vote. Ayes: Five. Noes: None. Absent: None.
8. Called up was the matter of the requested reclassification of 1715 Eagle Avenue by Mr. Richard W.
Day, including 1707, 1709 and 1713 Eagle Avenue - from the 'M-l", Intermediate Industrial (Manufactur-
ing) District, to the "8-4", Neighborhood Apartment District.
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 meeting of the Planning Board at which this matter was considered
had been sent to the Councilmen for their information.
Mr. Job000u, Planning Director, presented a thorough examination of the issue, pointing up the fact
that the Board had felt this entire area should be given comprehensive study by the Staff in order to
determine the proper land use in the event changes were warranted. He emphasized that this vicinity
was comprised of rather spotty use - many non-conforming and substandard uses. Mr. Johnson stated
his Department was proceeding with this survey and he hoped to have a recommendation to submit to the
Council in the near future. Be stated the Board had recommended denial of the petition in question,
to which the Staff agreed, with the understanding that action on the total area mould be deferred.
City Attorney Cunningham then recited the legal issue before the Council.
Upon the call for proponents, Mr. G. N. Pope spoke in favor of the Board's ruling to deny the reclassi-
fication as requested.
The following then spoke as opponents to the Board's recommendation: Messrs. S. L. Cortez, 1713 Eagle
Avenue, John P. Gutleben, and the petitioner, Richard W. Day. All stressed the point that the rezoning
would allow improvement of certain properties and the upgrading of the neighborhood. Mr. Day concurred
with the need for the survey of the area and stated he understood the situation. He stated he was
willing to wait for the Staff's report and recommendations - although he was ready to proceed with his
plans to build a four-unit dwelling on his property as soon as circumstances would permit.
There being no further arguments to submit, the President declared the Hearing closed, Councilman La
Croix then moved the decision of the Planning Board be upheld and the petition to rezone be denied at
this time - being fully aware that a study was being made and the opportunity to further investigate
this ,and perhaps take care of the prospective builder there, might be the Council's future decision.
The motion was seconded by Councilman Rose and carried on the following roll call vote. Ayes: Five.
Noes: None. Absent: None.
REPORTS OF OFFICERS, BOARDS, ETCETERA:
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91/ From City Manager, recommending contract be awarded to Anchor Post Products, Inc,, of California,
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lowest aud.beat valid bidder, for the project of Furnishing and Erecting Baseball Backstop, Chain Link
Fences and a Fence Opening at Godfrey Park, at the total cost of $1,824.
Councilman Rose moved the recommendation be adopted; that contract be awarded to the designated firm
for the specified project at the price quoted. The motion was seconded by Councilman La Croix and
carried on the following roll call vote. Ayes: Five. Noes: None. Absent: None.
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10.17 From City Manager, recommending contract be awarded to Broadway Dodge, Inc., low bidder, for
Furnishing Three Sedans for the Police Department, in the total amount of $4,024.37.
Councilman Rose moved the recommendation be accepted; that contract be awarded to the firm indicated
for furnishing said vehicles at the total cost set forth. The motion was seconded by Councilman La
Croix and on roll call carried by the following vote. Ayes: Five. Noes: None. Absent: None.
ll. From Recreation and Parks Commission, signed by Mr. Raymond P. Kranelly, Chairman, reporting on
its study concerning the completion of the Alameda Swim Center as budgeted in the sum of $35,000. in
the Capital Outlay Fund, and submitting its recommendation that this information be taken under
advisement. Further, if the program was deemed desirable and feasible that the Commission be directed
to recommend an architectural firm to the Council to draw up plans and specifications.
President Godfrey commented that probably the Council would want to study this fine report more
thoroughly. Therefore, if there were no objections, he would ask that it be placed on the agenda for
the next regular Council meeting, at which time it could be given further consideration after the
Council had become better acquainted with the recommendations contained therein.
l2,' From City Planning Board, signed by the Secretary, recommending denial of the petition filed by
G. A. Sturtevant No. 2, Inc., for the reclassification of certain properties in the 1308-block on
High Street - from '`C-l'', Neighborhood Business District, to ''B-5'', General Apartment District, 1311
High Street owned by Sturtevant.
The date for the Hearing on this matter was set for the Council meeting to be held Tuesday, June 1,
1965.
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13, From City Planning Board, signed by the Secretary - two letters and relevant material therewith
dated March 9 and May 12, 1965, respectively covering the Tentative Map for Tract No. 2730 as origin-
ally prepared and, also, as subsequently altered. The Board had recommended approval of the original
Tentative Map subject to the requirements of the City Engineer's Report, and to the conditioomout-
lined and the specific exceptions as itemized in the Board's letter dated March 9, 1965. Further,
in considering the alteration, the Board cited its previous approval, including all of the considera-
tions given with said approval, and recommended that the alteration of this Tentative Map be allowed
and approved, as set forth in its letter dated May 12, 1965,
Mrs. Helen L. Freeman, 831 Laurel Street, addressed the Council and stated she was concerned about
the small-size lots involved in this development and, also, that part of the area was within Reclama-
tion District No. 2105. She raised the question of this matter being acted upon by the Council when
that portion within the Reclamation District would not be under the Council's jurisdiction.
Mr. Cunningham rendered the opinion that the Council had before it the Tentative Map for Tract No.
2730, which was in order for action.
Upon request, Mr. Johnson reviewed in detail the pertinent facts relating to the Tract to be develpped,
both as originally submitted and ultimately altared.
In response to the President's query, Mr. Hanna commented that the developer had indicated his nill-
iogu000 to observe all recommendations. Be emphasized that the amended Tentative Map was very similar
to the original one and met all the City's specifications.
Councilman La Croix felt that, with the deepening of San Leandro Channel and the future growth of this
area, there would be more traffic of larger boats which would necessitate the Bay Farm Island Bridge
being raised more frequently. Therefore, he said he wondered about the fire protection on Bay Farm
Island and felt the Council should be thinking of a fire station in said locality.
Mr. Watson expressed the thinking that, eventually, there would be another fire station needed on
Bay Farm Island and this matter was being given consideration.
In answer to Councilman McCall's question, Mr. James B. Davis, Attorney for Shore Line Properties, Inc.,
replied that the Tentative Map for Tract No. 2730 covered only high ground. He also explained oby
the boundary line of Reclamation District No. 2105 extended slightly onto the edge of the parcel
covered by the Tentative Map which, however, presented no legal problem whatsoever in relationship
to said "District". This line had been drawn onto the high ground area in order to try to make a
uniform fill operation.
Councilman Rose inquired of the City Attorney if, even with this slight overlap, the Tentative Map was
properly and legally before the City Council. Mr. Cunningham replied that it was - under provision of
the Subdivision Ordinance.
Councilman La Croix also inquired about the tree planting and removal program and City Engineer Hanna
explained the City's policy in this respect. Following this clarification, Councilman Rose moved the
recommendation of the Planning Board be accepted and the Tentative Map for Tract No. 2730 be approved,
subject to the exceptions and conditions specifically outlined in the Board's letters dated March 9
and May 12, 1965. The motion was seconded by Councilman Bartley and carried on the following roll call
vote. Ayes: Four. Noes: Councilman La Croix, (1). Absent: None.
Councilman Rose remarked that, in the future, when a developer proposes any changes in a Tentative Map
from what was originally shown, he must have some very compelling reasons for such changes.
NEW BUSINESS:
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14, Councilman Bartley stated he had for some time been disturbed and felt frustrated because both
the City Council and the Board of Education met on the same nights and there had been occasions when
he had wanted to attend meetings of both bodies. He thought there were many others who would also be
interested in attending these meetings. He pointed out that since the meetings of the City Council
were controlled by the City Charter and could not, therefore, be changed by the Councilmen themselves,
he felt it followed that any change of meeting time could only be made by action of the Board of
Education.
Councilman Bartley then moved that the Council officially request that the Board of Education reschedule
its meetings to such dates as would not coincide with the meetings of the City Council and further
request that the Board of Education notify the City Council of such action taken. The motion was
seconded by Councilman Godfrey.
Speaking on the question, it was brought out that this would apply only to the regular meetings of
both bodies. The question was then put and the motion carried on the following roll call vote. Ayes:
Five. Noes: None. Absent: None. The President stated he would confer with the City Manager about
this matter.
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l�. President Godfrey urged all citizens to attend the Telefair Program to be conducted by The
Pacific Telephone and Telegraph Co., on Saturday and Sunday, May 22 and 23, 1965, from 12:00 to 0:00
o'clock p.m., at the Alameda Central Office, 2100 Central Avenue. He spoke enthusiastically about
the very educational and informative displays and demonstrations which were also very interesting.
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Ib.v City Engineer Hanna also announced the National Drivers' Test which =muld'be shown on Monday
night, May 24, 1965, between 10:00 and 11:00 o'clock p.m. on KPI%. Be remarked this was the first
substantial attempt to present a drivers' safety program. It would be nationwide and had the full sup-
port of CBS executives and their best talent in developing a program which would be beneficial. It
was hoped every driver would observe this program and "acore" himself.
RESOLUTIONS:
17. The following resolution was introduced by Councilman La Croix, who moved its adoption:
"Resolution No. 6790
Granting Revocable Permit to Alameda Belt Line for Installation of Railroad
Spur Track in and Across Clement Avenue (at Stanford Street)."
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.
18. The following resolution was introduced by Councilman La Croix, who moved its adoption:
"Resolution No. 0791
Authorizing Execution of Lease of City-Owned Property (Vicinity Atlantic
Avenue and Main Street)for Period of Seven Months to Frank Ivaldi and
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.
19. The following resolution was introduced by Councilman La Croix, who moved its adoption:
"Resolution No. 6792
Adopting Specifications for Furnishing to the City of Alameda One (1) New,
Latest Model, Compost Mixer, for Golf Department, 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.
20. The following resolution was introduced by Councilman La Croix, who moved its adoption:
"Resolution No. 6793
Adopting Specifications for Furnishing to the City of Alameda One (1) New,
Latest Model, Tractor, for Golf Department, 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
21. The following resolution was introduced by Councilman La Croix, who moved its adoption:
"Resolution No. 6794
Adopting Specifications for Furnishing to the City of Alameda One New, Latest
Model Turf Sweeper, for Golf Department, 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.
22. The following resolution was introduced by Councilman La Croix, who moved its adoption:
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"Resolution No. 6795
Adopting Specifications for Furnishing to the .City of Alameda for the
Fiscal Year Ending June 30, 1960, Class 'B' Portland Cement Concrete
Transit Mix, 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. 6796
Adopting Specifications, Special Provisions and Plans for Installation
of Concrete Work at Godfrey Park, Calling for Bids and Directing City
Clerk to Advertise Some."
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 McCall, who moved its adoption:
"Resolution No. 6797
Resolution of the Council of the City of Alameda In Memoriam to Floyd D.
Drake, Chief of the Alameda Police Department
"WITH HEARTFELT SORROW, the Council of the City of Alameda records the death of one of
its City Officials who had devoted his constant endeavors to his chosen profession of law
enforcement, FLOYD D. DRAKE, Chief of the Alameda Police Department.
"WHEREAS, Chief Drake had joined the Alameda Police Department on December 1, 1927, as
a patrolman and by diligent observance and competent performance of his duties during the
following several decades, had earned his promotion through the ranks of the Department; and
"WHEREAS, Chief Drake had been appointed Chief of the Alameda Police Department in 1957,
at which post he was most capably serving the City at the time of his death; and
"WHEREAS, Chief Drake had realized the need for well trained officers to assure an
effective Police Department and had initiated a strong program to fully equip his men with
"WHEREAS, Chief Drake had represented the City in an impressive manner by his partici-
pation in the activities of the Peace Officers' Association of California and the International
Association of Chiefs of Police, as well as the Chiefs' Zone meetings in this area; and
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"WHEREAS, Chief Drake had engendered the esteem and amiable relations of all his officers
and associate employees by his sense of integrity and cooperation and his many friends through-
out the community have been truly saddened by the death of this innately kind man.
"NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Council of the City of Alameda gratefully acknow-
ledges the accomplishments of Chief Drake on behalf of the City and declares its appreciation
for the many years of excellent service rendered by him and does hereby express its feeling
of grief in the loss of this friend.
"BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that this resolution be spread in full upon the minutes of this
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meeting and a copy thereof be forwarded to the family of Chief Drake in order to extend to
its members sincere condolence in their 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 FLOYD E. DRAKE."
The motion to adopt said resolution was seconded by Councilman Bartley and on roll call carried by the
following vote. Ayes: Five. Noes: 0ooe, Absent: None.
The President then declared all of the foregoing resolutions adopted.
ORDINANCES FOR PASSAGE:
25. "Ordinance No. 1502,
New Series
An Ordinance Amending the Alameda Municipal Code by Adding Sections 12-421,
12-422 and 12-423 to Article 2, Chapter 4, Title XII Thereof, Relating to
Clothes Cleaning Agency and Vehicle Identifications."
Councilman Rose moved the ordinance be passed as submitted. The motion was seconded by Councilman La
Croix and carried on the following roll call vote. Ayes: Five. Noes: None. Absent: None.
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26. "Ordinance No. 1503,
New Series
An Ordinance Amending the Alameda Municipal Code by Adding Subdivision
(46) to Section 17-333 Thereof, Relating to Limited No Parking." (North
side Shore Line Drive)
Councilman La Croix moved the ordinance be passed as submitted. The motion was seconded by Council-
man Bartley.
Speaking on the question, Councilman McCall strongly expressed his opinion that this action was too
limited to solve the particular problem in this area. City Engineer Hanna reviewed the manner in
which this issue had been studied. He emphasized that the Traffic Advisory Committee was still giv-
ing consideration to its several phases, and would continue to check results. The question was then
put and the motion carried on the following roll call vote. Ayes: Four. Noes: Councilman McCall,
(1). Absent: None,
27. "Ordinance No. 1504,
New Series
An Ordinance Amending the Alameda Municipal Code by Adding Subdivision
(37) to Section 17-342 Thereof, Relating to Two-Hour Parking Limit."
(South side of Clement Avenue)
Councilman La Croix moved the ordinance be passed as submitted. The motion was seconded by Council-
man Rose and carried on the following roll call vote. Ayes: Five. Noes: None. Absent: None.
28. "Ordinance No.
New Series
An Ordinance Authorizing Execution of Lease of Certain Tide and Submerged
Lands to Pacific Shops, Inc., a California Corporation."
The President called upon Councilman Rose, who reported in detail concerning his analysis of this mat-
ter and the proposed amendments to said lease relating to the term and rental provisions. After con-
siderable discussion, and upon advice of the City Attorney, it was agreed that this ordinance would
be redrafted and then submitted for introduction at a later date.
Mr. Gene Dale represented Mr. Carl Benson, owner of the lands involved. A meeting was to be arranged
at which Mr. Dale would meet with the City Manager, the City Attorney and Councilman Rose to continue
negotiations.
29.
"Ordinance No.
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New Series
An Ordinance Adthoririog Acquisition by Purchase of Real Property for City
Public Utility Purposes. (2.35 Acres -- Pacific Shops, Inc.)"
Councilman La Croix moved this ordinance be laid over to the Council meeting of June 1, 1965, for
action at that time. The motion was seconded by Councilman McCall and carried on the following roll
call vote. Ayes: Five. Noes: None. Absent: None.
FILING:
30, Lease - Between City of Alameda
31. Financial Statement - Bureau of
Larzelere & McKenna.
32. Specifications and Provisions
Golf Department.
33. Specifications and Provisions
Department.
34. Specifications and Provisions
Golf Department,
35. Specifications and Provisions No.
for Fiscal Year 1985-1966.
36. Specifications, Special Provisions
Godfrey Park.
and Frank Ivaldi and Hen Y. Ng (Parking lot of market).
Electricity, as of March 31, 1965 - Verified by Hackleman,
No. MS 5-65-12 - One (1) New, Latest Model Compost Mixer for
No. MS 5-65-13 - One (1) New, Latest Model Tractor for Golf
No. MS 5-65-14 - One (1) New, Latest Model Turf Sweeper for
BILLS:
MS 5-65-15 - Class "B" Portland Cement Concrete Transit Mix
and Plans No. PW 6-65-16 - Installing Concrete Work at
37. An .itemized List of Claims against the City of Alameda and the Departments thereof, in the total
amount of $57,352.55, were presented to the Council at this meeting.
The List was accompanied by certification from the City Manager that the Claims shown were correct.
Councilman McCalLmoned the bills as itemized in the List of Claims filed with the City Clerk on May 18,
1965, and presented to the Council at this meeting, be all9ned and paid. The motion was seconded by
Councilman La Croix and on roll call carried by the following vote. Ayes: Five. Noes: None. Absent:
None.
38. At this point, President Godfrey called up the audience for a moment of silence in observation of
the death of Floyd E. Drake, Chief of Police.
39,//Ihe President then declared a recess in order that the Council could retire to the Conference
Room for an executive session.
Upon motion duly made, seconded and carried, the meeting reconvened in executive session for the pur-
pose of considering pending litigation in which the City was a party.
The City Attorney reviewed the status of the electrical anti-trust suits heretofore filed against
certain manufacturers and suppliers of electrical equipment purchased by the Bureau of Electricity.
He advised the Council that Mr. Joseph L. AJioto, Special Counsel to the City, had received and
recommended for acceptance, an offer of settlement and compromise from Westinghouse Electric Corpora-
tion, one of the defendants, under which the City would be paid the sum of $30,008.
After discussion, it was unanimously agreed, upon motion, that said offer be accepted by the City
and the City Attorney and said Joseph L. Alioto be, and they were, authorized to execute any and all
papers and agreements necessary to effect said compromise. The motion carried on the following vote.
Ayes: Councilmen Bartley, La Croix, Jr., McCall, Rose and President Godfrey, (5). Noes: None. -
Absent: None.
ADJOURNMENT:
40. There being no further business to come before the meeting, the Council adjourned in respect to
the memory of Chief Floyd E. Drake - to assemble in regular session on Tuesday evening, June 1, 1965,
at 7:30 o'clock.
Respectfully submitted,
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SPECIAL MEETING OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ALAMEDA
HELD TUESDAY AFTERNOON MAY 25, 1965
The meeting convened at 3:15 o'clock p.m. with President Godfrey presiding.
ROLL CALL:
The roll was called and Councilmen Bartley, La Croix, Jr., Rose and President Godfrey, (4),
were noted present. Absent: Councilman McCall, (1).
NEW BUSINESS:
1. Receipt of the Notice and Agenda of the Special Meeting of the Council had been acknowledged
by the Councilmen and was on file. The purpose of the meeting was to discuss the appointment ,of
prospective members of the several City Boards and to take action in the matter if so desired.
2.` Councilman Rose moved the Council go into executive session for its deliberations in this
respect. The motion was seconded by Councilman La Croix and carried.
Following due consideration of the personnel involved in the many Boards, it was determined that no
action would be taken at this time, pending acceptance of the several proposed appointees to their
respective Boards.
ADJOURNMENT:
3. There being no further business to come before the meeting, the Council adjourned.
Respectfully -submitted,