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1963-10-01 Regular CC MinutesREGULAR MEETING OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ALAM8DA HELD TUESDAY EVENING, OCTOBER. 1, 1963 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 the Invocation, delivered by The Reverend Mr. Harold Petroelje, Pastor of First Christian Church. ROLL CALL: The roll was called and Councilmen Freeman, La Croix, Jr., McCall, Rose and President Godfrey, (5), were noted present. Absent: None. MINUTES: 1. The minutes of the regular meeting held September 17, 1963, were approved as transcribed. WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS: 2. p From Mrs. Pearl Lyerla, 2318 Santa Clara Avenue, calling attention to the lack of proper drain- age during winter storms at Santa Clara Avenue and Oak Street and the consequent overflow of water into her basement, causing damage to merchandise. Mrs. Lyerla requested correction of this condition or she would hold the City responsible and would demand payment for any future damage. It was stated the City Engineer had been in contact with this party and the situation was being taken care of. The Clerk was instructed to acknowledge the letter. 3.V From B. Borgman Sales Co., signed by Mr. Borgman, requesting permission to stage a fireworks ,display at South Shore Center on October 18, 1963, subject to the usual clearance with Police and Fire Chiefs. Councilman McCall moved the request be granted for permission to stage this display as indicated, subject to the approval of the Police and Fire Chiefs. The motion was seconded by Councilman Rose and carried on the following roll call vote. Ayes: Five. Noes: 0one, Absent: None. 4. From Mr, Paul H. Brown, 557 Buena Vista Avenue, protesting against the use of certain vacant lots on Buena Vista Avenue between Webster and Fifth Streets as garbage dumps. It was also stated that debris was scattered over the sidewalks which created a hazardous condition to walk thereon after dark as there were no street lights in the area. The President stated this matter, too, was being handled by the City Engineer and the Clerk would merely acknowledge the communication. � . �. From Alameda Chamber of Commerce, signed by Mr. W. F. Suman, President, requesting the Council to reconsider the merits of the plan to develop Unit IV, South Shore Project, as proposed by Shore Line Properties, Inc. The "Chamber" reiterated its endorsement of the proposed land use and archi- tectural concept of the plan as envisioned by the developer. Councilman Freeman stated the Council's action at the last meeting had been on the consideration of the subdivision of the land - nothing else came under the Council's jurisdiction at that time. She felt it should be explained that the Zoning and Subdivision Ordinances covered different aspects to be considered than those of the developer's propoauls. The President suggested the Clerk, in acknowledging the letter, point out that the Council had been deliberating on the recommendation of the Planning Board relating, to the Subdivision Ordinance. v/' b. From Mrs. James Wiley, 1232 St. Charles Street, in protest against any reconsideration of the Council vote of last meeting to deny the request to increase the density in the proposed subdivision located in Unit IV, South Shore Project, by the reduction of the lot sizes. The communication was to be acknowledged and placed in the file on the subject. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS: 7.' Mrs, Inez Kapellas, 1128 College Avenue, submitted several queries concerning the proposed modi- fication of the Fill Agreement. It was also developed that Utah Construction & Mining Co. was still obligated to complete the fill in Unit IV. She again registered her complaint against the "pre- Council sessions". � x 8. . G. N. Pope, 1820 Bay Street, also addressed the Council on several subjects. 9,m Br, V. J. Assetto, 1311 Hansen Avenue, inquired just when a City Planning Director would be determined upon. He felt the interests of the citizens were being jeopardized by the lack of a professional Planning Director on the Staff of the City. Mr. Assetto was assured that Mr. Venable, Associate, and Acting Planning Director, was fully quali- fied to protect the interests of all concerned in this respect. 10. Mr. Kenneth Hoisington, 1335 Burbank Street, deplored the chronic criticism of those who appeared before the Council but who, themselves, never did anything to help the Council in the interests of the City. V ll. Mr. Frank Gottocein, 731 Haight Avenue, expressed his opinion that "Oral Communications" should be asked for at the end of the meetings, as well as being on the agenda near the early part of all Council meetings. .�� /1�� 6 V' 12. Mr. Raymond F. Barbera, 3229 Toyon Terrace, made several inquiries concerning the Redevelopment Agency, which were answered by the President. REPORTS OF OFFICERS, BOARDS, ETCETERA: | \/ 13. From City Planning Board, signed by the Acting Secretary, recommending approval of Tentative Map of Tract No. 2532, subject to the four conditions as itemized in its letter dated September 25, 1963. The proposed subdivision was located on the south side of Maitland Drive near its intersection with Fitchburg Avenue. The Map was filed by Mason & Associates for Mr. Arthur E. Adams. The Clerk read a letter from Mason & Associates, Inc,, signed by Mr. Robert C. Keller, indicating its agreement to conform in the Final Map stage to the approved recommendations of the Planning Board with regard to the ten-foot easement for a sidewalk between Lots 2 and 3 and 22 and 23. Mr. Venable then explained that the Planning and Engineering Staffs had later consulted on this ques- tion of the walkway, with the result that rather than reduce several lots by one foot of frontage, it would be desirable to provide for the access way by taking the required footage from Lots 1 and 23. Be stated this arrangement would be in the best interests of the City and the development. This modification of the original recommendation of the Board was therefore submitted for the Coun- cil's consideration. Councilman La Croix moved the recommendation of the Planning Board, as contained in its letter of September 25, 1963, be accepted - subject to the modification of the provision for the ten-foot walkway - and the Tentative Map for Tract No. 2532 be approne6. The motion was seconded by Council- , man Rose and carried on the following roll call vote. Ayes: Four. Noes: Councilman Freeman, (1). Absent: None. 14. From City Planning Board, signed by the Acting Secretary, recommending the reclassification of Parcels 5, 6 and 7 of the Nichandros Development Co., Inc., in the Pacific Marina area, as specifi- cally designated on attached map, from the "M-1-PD" and "M-2-G" Districts to the "B-6-PD" District. The date of Hearing on this matter was set for the Council meeting to be held October 15, 1963. 15. From City Planning Board, signed by the Acting Secretary, recommending denial of the requested reclassification of certain properties on Fourth Street and Lincoln Avenue from the ''D-l°, One- Family Residence Diattict, to the "R-4", Neighborhood Apartment District. Mr, George J. McCloskey, Jr., Petitioner. The Hearing date on this matter was also set for the Council meeting of October 15, 1963, ./ 16. From City Manager, reporting all work satisfactorily completed on the project of Installing a Storm Sewer on Fourth Street from Lincoln Avenue to Pacific Avenue and Storm Drainage Work at Lincoln Avenue and Third Street - recommending it be accepted and the Notice of Completion be ordered filed. Councilman Rose moved the recommendation be adopted; that the work on the specified project be accepted and the Notice of Completion be filed. The motion was seconded by Councilman Freeman and carried on the following roll call vote. Ayes: Five. Noes: None. Absent: None. J 17. From City Manager, recommending an extension of time through October 28, 1983, be granted to Truitt Construction Co., Contractor, for completion of the project of Constructing Godfrey Park Recreation Building. Councilman McCall moved the recommendation be approved and the extension of time be granted as regueoted. The motion was seconded by Councilman Freeman and carried on the following roll call vote. Ayes: Five. Noes: None. Absent: None. INTRODUCTION OF ORDINANCES: 18. Councilman Freeman introduced the following ordinance, after which it was laid over under pro- vision of law and the Charter: "Ordinance No. New Series An Ordinance Amending the Alameda Municipal Code by Adding Subdivisions (126 and 127) to Section 17-432 Thereof, Relating to Stop Intersections (Clinton and Willow; Pacific and Paru), and Repealing Subdivision (4) of Section 17-461 of Said Code, Relating to Yield Right-of-Way Intersection (Clinton and Willow)." 19. Councilman La Croix introduced the following ordinance, after which it was laid over under pro- vision of law and the Charter: ' "Ordinance No. New Series An Ordinance Creating a Recreation and Parks Commission, Providing for Membership Thereof, Defining Powers, Purposes and Duties of Said Commission, and Repealing Ordinances Nos. 1066, New Series, and 1102, New Series." 20. Councilman Rose introduced the following ordinance, after which it was laid over under provision of law and the Charter: � ~�������� | ~_ "Ordinance No. New Series An Ordinance Accepting the Requirements of Section 13522 of the Penal Code of California Relating to Training of Law Enforcement Officers." 21. Councilman McCall introduced the following ordinance, after which it was laid over under pro- vision of law and the Charter: "Ordinance No. New Series An Ordinance Amending Ordinances Nos. 1148, New Series, and 1279, New Series, by Authorizing the Modification of the Agreement and Its Amendment Authorized in Said Ordinances, Said Modification Relating to the Shoreline Retention and Public Improvements of Fill Area 'C'." UNFINISHED BUSINESS: 22. Councilman Rose referred to a recent memorandum and maps received from the City Manager concern- ing the street connection from the west end of Otis Drive in the south shore fill area to Central Avenue in the vicinity of Eighth Street. Mr. Weller had requested that the Council indicate its approval as soon as possible of the design achieved by the Engineering Staff with regard to this proposed thoroughfare development in order that negotiations could proceed with the proper agencies Upon request, Mr. Weller reviewed the circumstances and stated he would like to have from the Coun- cil at this time just a general expression of its reaction to the lay-out as proposed. Be pointed out this would not represent any final commitment because, necessarily, there would have to be some formal action taken later in connection with the State property, the financing of the project and, ultimately` the development of the City-owned land lying immediately east of said street. Following some questions and answers on the subject, the President stated it was apparent that the Council was anxious for the City Manager to proceed with the necessary negotiations in this respect. 23. / Councilman Freeman asked that the Council seriously consider joining the Association of Bay Area Governments and requested that Mr. Weller obtain copies of the Association's By-Laws for the Coun- cil's study. It was so ordered. RESOLUTIONS: 24. The following resolution was introduced by Councilman La Croix, who moved its adoption: "Resolution No. 6527 Adopting Specifications for Furnishing to the City of Alameda One (1) Cash Register, for the Golf Course, 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. 25. The following resolution was introduced by Councilman La Croix, who moved its adoption: "Resolution No. 6528 Adopting Specifications, Special Provisions and Plans for Installation of a Storm Sewer on Mound Street from Calhoun Street to Adams 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. FILING: 26. Specifications and Provisions No. MS 10-69-13 - For Furnishing Cash Register for the Golf Course. 27. Specifications, Special Provisions and Plans No. PW 18-63-20 - Project of Installation of a Storm Sewer on Mound Street from Calhoun Street to Adams Street. BILLS: 28. An itemized List of Claims against the City of Alameda and the Departments thereof, in the total amount of $43,770.86, was presented to the Council at this meeting. The List was accompanied by certification from the City Manager that the Claims shown were correct. Councilman McCall moved the bills as itemized in the List of Claims filed with the City Clerk on October 1, 1963, and presented to the Council at this meeting, be allowed and paid. The motion was seconded by President Godfrey and on roll call carried by the following vote. Ayes: Five. Noes: None. Absent: None. � 29., At this point, Councilman McCall moved that the action taken by the Council at its last meet- ing, rejecting the Planning Board's recommendation relative to the Tentative Map for Tract No. 2537 of South Shore Unit IV, be rescinded. The motion died for lack of a second. ADJOURNMENT: 30. There being no further business to come before the meeting, the Council adjourned - to assemble in regular session on Tuesday evening, October 15, 1963, at 7:30 o'clock. Respectfully ubmt�� d �� a , °