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1960-01-19 Regular CC MinutesREGULAR MEETING OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ALAMEDA HELD TUESDAY EVENING JANUARY 19, 1960 The meeting convened at 7:30 o'clock p.m. with President McCall presiding. The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Councilman Freeman and was followed by an inspiring Invocation delivered by The Reverend Mr. 0. T. Erickson, Pastor, Trinity Lutheran Church. ROLL CALL: The roll was called and Councilmen Collischonn, Freeman, Petersen, Schacht and President McCall, (5), were noted present. Absent: None. MINUTES: 1. The minutes of the regular meeting held January 5, 1960, were approved as transcribed. WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS: 2�.� From Mr. C. D. Ramsden, President, Alameda Council No. 12 -22, Boy Scouts of America, requesting the Council meeting of February 2, 1960, be set to honor those boys participating in "Scout Day in Government ". There being no objections, the matter was referred to Mr. Neil P. Clark, Assistant City Manager, to proceed with the usual arrangements to carry out this program as has been the custom for the past several years. 3. From Mr. G. J. Cummings, Professional Engineer, 869 Walnut Street, submitting certain suggestions concerning the proposed shoreline freeway. Councilman Freeman asked that the City Engineer discuss this matter with Mr. Cummings to ascertain his thinking in connection therewith. Councilman Collischonn suggested the communication be referred to the Planning Board for its consideration and a state- ment with regard to its position on the question. It was so ordered. 4. From Dickey and Dickey, Attorneys for Alameda City Garbag e Association , signed by Mr. Randal F. Dickey, requesting the Modification of Contract between the City and the Association be extended for at least six months from January 29, 1960, the current expiration date. Councilman Schacht moved the Modification of Contract be extended for a period of six months to July 29, 1960, as requested. The motion was seconded by Councilman Collischonn and on roll call carried by the following vote. Ayes: Five. Noes: None. Absent: None. 5. From Aeolian Yacht Club, signed by Mr. William F. Gorman, Commodore, concerning the mud flats on the South Shore in the area between Park Street and the Bay Farm Island Bridge - and requesting the members of the Council to acquaint themselves with the facts regarding the silting which has occurred, through a study of the data care- fully compiled by the City Engineer, and then to apply to the U. S. Army Corps of Engineers for determination and enforcement of remedial measures to be taken by Utah Construction Company. The Clerk read a letter which had been received just this afternoon from South Shore Land Co., dated January 19, signed by Mr. Charles T. Travers, Vice President, and addressed to Mr. Weller. It was stated representatives from the Company have met with the "Corps" and, as a result, engineering consultants are now in the process of con- ducting a detailed survey to ascertain the full dimensions of the condition. The study is expected to be completed early in February, and recommendations will be sub- mitted to the "Corps ". Councilman Collischonn felt that, in view of the information contained in this letter, any discussion of this situation might be postponed until in February when the recom- mendations of the experts will be available. It was determined that copies of the "South Shore" letter and also the letter from the U. S. Army Corps of Engineers dated November 19, 1959, concerning this subject, be sent to the Aeolian Yacht Club in order that it will know the condition is being given attention. Further, a copy of the letter from the Aeolian Yacht Club is to be sent to South Shore Land Co. for its information. It was so ordered. 6. From South Shore Land Co., signed by Mr. Charles T. Travers, Vice President, requesting an extension of time to August 21, 1960, to permit completion of the lagoon system in its South Shore development. Councilman Freeman moved the extension of time be granted as requested. The motion was seconded by Councilman Collischonn and on roll call carried by the following vote. Ayes: Five. Noes: None. Absent: None. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS: 7. Mr. Frank Gottstein, 731 Haight Avenue, reported on his recent discussion with the State Engineers concerning his proposal to install a conveyor in the new Webster Tube. He said he felt quite encouraged with the apparent acceptance of the feasibility of his idea. He also stated he had just received a letter from Mr. J. C. Womack, State High- way Engineer, dated January 15, 1960, which he asked the Clerk to read at this time. Mr. Gottstein said he is to appear before the Board of Supervisors of Alameda County next week and he would like to have the City Council and the County Board endorse his idea in appropriate form to be presented to Mr. Womack. He emphasized that now is the opportune time to procure the installation of this conveyor and he felt proper support would "put it over ". In response to Councilman Schacht's inquiry about the best way to indicate official interest and concern, Mr. Weller said he would suggest the City Engineer contact Mr. Womack to ascertain the most effective way the Council might be most helpful. Following further discussion, Councilman Schacht moved the City Attorney be directed to prepare a resolution endorsing the conveyor system for the new Tube, to be presented to the Council at its next meeting on February 2. The motion was seconded by Councilman Petersen and unanimously carried. REPORTS OF OFFICERS, BOARDS, ETCETERA: 8. From the Mayor, nominating Messrs. Elwood F. Heaney and Parker Favier as members of the Advisory Golf Commission for the terms expiring December 31, 1962. 9. From the Mayor, nominating Mr. Hugh Tebault as a member of the City Planning Board, to serve the balance of the unexpired term of Mr. MacGinnis - which term expires June 30, 1960. 10`: From the Mayor, nominating Mrs. Rudolph Steinmetz as a member of the Social Service Board, to serve the remainder of the unexpired term of Mr. Kennard - which term expires June 30, 1960. All of the foregoing nominations were noted and referred to "Resolutions ". UNFINISHED BUSINESS: 11. In response to Councilman Freeman's request, Mr. Weller reported on a meeting called by the District Attorney's office, which he and Mr. Hanna had attended, together with representatives of Utah Construction Company, to discuss dust control measures for the South Shore Fill Area. He mentioned that the City's property has now been planted with barley and purple vetch has been planted on Utah's property. 12. Councilman Collischonn referred to the question of certain Council sessions having been properly held under provisions of the Brown Act, and said he was gratified to receive a copy of the letter from the Office of the Attorney General, dated January 15, 1960, addressed to The Honorable Robert W. Crown, Assemblyman, which verified the City Attorney's opinion concerning the legality of executive sessions of the Council (non- public) to discuss persons to be appointed to City Boards and Commissions. He asked that the Clerk read the letter for the information of all in attendance at the meeting. Councilman Freeman felt the Council should establish a policy with regard to the attend - ance of the "Press" at such meetings to avoid any future misunderstanding. Councilman Collischonn said he thought this question should be the decision of the majority of the Council in any given case and not a policy decision for all time. Considerable discussion ensued on this general subject and the Assistant City Attorney was asked to render an opinion in clarification of "regular" and "special" meetings of the Council. Mr. Reisner was also requested to procure copies of the Brown Act, as amended by the 1959 Legislature, for the Councilmen. NEW BUSINESS: 13. Councilman Petersen asked that an investigation be made of the situation at the intersection of Broadway and Central Avenue. He stated that, due to the diagonal park - ing on Broadway in the "Hotel" block, it is difficult for the east and west traffic on Central Avenue to see cars approaching from the north. The matter was referred to the City Manager to request that the Chief of Police author- ize such a study. RESOLUTIONS: 14. The following resolution was introduced by Councilman Schacht, who moved its adoption: "Resolution No. 6030 Adopting Specifications for Furnishing to the City of Alameda One (1) New Complete Truck, including Hoist and 6'6" x 10'0" Two Cubic -Yard Capacity Dump Body, Calling for Bids and Directing City Clerk to Advertise Same." The motion to adopt said resolution was seconded by Councilman Freeman and on roll call carried by the following vote. Ayes: Five. Noes: None. Absent: None. 15. The following resolution was introduced by Councilman Freeman, who moved its adoption: "Resolution No. 6031 Adopting Specifications, Special Provisions and Plans for Construction of Storm Culverts on Lincoln Avenue from Bay Street to Ninth Street, Calling for Bids and Directing City Clerk to Advertise Same. The motion to adopt said resolution was seconded by Councilman Collischonn and on roll call carried by the following vote. Ayes: Five. Noes: None. Absent: None. 16. The following resolution was introduced by Councilman Collischonn, who moved its adoption: "Resolution No. 6032 Appointing Members of the Advisory .,Golf Commission." (Heaney and Favier) The motion to adopt said resolution was seconded by Councilman Schacht and on roll call carried by the following vote. Ayes: Five. Noes: None. Absent: None. 17. The following resolution was introduced by Councilman Schacht, who moved its adoption: "Resolution No. 6033 Appointing Member of the City Planning Board." (Tebault) The motion to adopt said resolution was seconded by Councilman Collischonn and on roll call carried by the following vote. Ayes: Five. Noes: None. Absent: None. 18. The following resolution was introduced by Councilman Freeman, who moved its adoption: "Resolution No. 603L1. Appointing Member of the Social Service Board." (Mrs. Steinmetz) The motion to adopt said resolution was seconded by Councilman Collischonn and on roll call carried by the following vote. Ayes: Five. Noes: None. Absent: None. 19. The following resolution was introduced by Councilman Schacht, who moved its adoption: "Resolution No. 6035 Appointing Member of City of Alameda Defense Council." (Ward) The motion to adopt said resolution was seconded by Councilman Petersen and on roll call carried by the following vote. Ayes: Five. Noes: None. Absent: None. 2.0. The following resolution was introduced by Councilman Collischonn, who moved its adoption: "Resolution No. 6036 Authorizing the Execution of an Agreement of Easement with the United States of America, Acting by and Through the Department of the Navy, Granting to the City of Alameda an Easement for Road or Street (Naval Air Station -- Northerly Side of Atlantic Avenue) ." The motion to adopt said resolution was seconded by Councilman Schacht and on roll call carried by the following vote. Ayes: Five. Noes: None. Absent: None. v 21. The following resolution was introduced by Councilman Schacht, who moved its adoption: "Resolution No. 6037 A Resolution Concurring With the Resolution Passed by the Alameda County Mayors' Conference Containing Proposal for Extending the 'County's Contributions to Cities Formula' for a Five -Year Period." The motion to adopt said resolution was seconded by Councilman Petersen and on roll call carried by the following vote. Ayes: Five. Noes: None. Absent: None. The President then declared all of the foregoing resolutions duly adopted and passed. ORDINANCES FOR PASSAGE: 22. ''Ordinance No. 1328, New Series An Ordinance Authorizing the Acquisition of Certain Real Property for Street, Highway, Sewer and General Municipal Purposes (S. W. Corner Park Street and Otis Drive -- Powell)." Councilman Petersen moved the ordinance be adopted as submitted. The motion was seconded by Councilman Collischonn and carried on the following roll call vote. Ayes: Five. Noes: None. Absent: None. 231. At this point, President McCall noted the presence of a large group of students in the audience. Mr. Clarence R. Kline stated those present were members of the Encinal High School Civics Class who were interested to see their local Government in action. Mr. Kline and his students were welcomed. 24. President McCall announced that tomorrow, under President Eisenhower's "People to People" program, the City officials and other representatives of the City will meet the S. S. Silver Gate to exchange official greetings between Alameda and its Sister City, Lidingo, Sweden, represented by Soldan Riderstad, Captain, and Gosta Bodin, Chief Officer, of the Swedish ship. He explained the contemplated program and the gifts to be presented to the people of Lidingo for their enlightenment about Alameda. He expressed the hope that all in the community would become enthusiastic about this program. FILING: 25. Specifications and Provisions No. MS 1 -60 -1 - One new complete Truck including Hoist and 6'6" x 1010" Two Cubic -Yard Capacity Dump Body - for Street Department. 26. Specifications, Special Provisions and Plans No. PW 12 -59 -20 - Construction of Storm Culverts on Lincoln Avenue from Bay Street to Ninth Street. 27. Financial Statement - Bureau of Electricity, as of November 30, 1959 - Verified by Hackleman & Larzelere. 28. Auditor's Financial Statement - City of Alameda, as of December 31, 1959 - Verified by Hackleman & Larzelere. BILLS: 29. An itemized List of Claims against the City of Alameda and the Departments thereof, in the amount of $38,155.02, 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 Schacht moved the bills as itemized in the List of Claims filed with the City Clerk on January 19, 1960, and presented to the Council at this meeting, be allowed and paid. The motion was seconded by Councilman Collischonn and carried by the following roll call vote. Ayes: Five. Noes: None. Absent: None. ADJOURNMENT: 30. There being no further business to come before the meeting, the Council adjourned - to assemble in regular session on Tuesday evening, February 2, 1960, at 7:30 o'clock. Respectfully submitted,