1960-06-28 Regular CC MinutesADJOURNED REGULAR MEETING OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ALAMEDA
HELD TUESDAY EVENING, JUNE 28, 1960
The meeting convened at 7 :30 o'clock p.m. with President McCall presiding. The
Pledge of Allegiance was led by Councilman Freeman.
ROLL CALL:
The roll was called and Councilmen Collischonn, Freeman, Petersen, Schacht and
President McCall, (5), were noted present. Absent: None.
WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS:
1. From South Shore Land Co., signed by Mr. Charles T. Travers, Vice President,
requesting a one -year extension of time - to June 2 =,, 1961 - relative to the
installation of iwprovements in Unit No. II, South Shore Tract No. 1898.
Councilman Freeman stated she had checked into the differential in the assessed
value between the "raw" and "improved" lands on the South Shore and said it is very
important to get the improved areas on the tax rolls as soon as possible. Therefore,
she suggested that only a six- months extension of time be granted.
Councilman Collischonn felt this would be arbitrary and moved the extension of time
be granted as requested. He pointed out the South Shore Land Co. should not be pen-
alized now because its development has not progressed as rapidly as it was hoped.
Following discussion, Councilman Collischonn withdrew his motion and it was agreed to
lay the matter over to the next regular meeting of the Council to be held July 5, in
order to ascertain the schedule of the Company relative to completion of its improve-
ments and the City assessing program. The City Manager was instructed to inform the
Council on these items.
2. From Mrs. Edith B. Wiggins, 1339 Broadway, concerning the "Zoning" in the City..
The communication was noted and ordered filed.
REPORTS OF OFFICERS BOARDS, ETCETERA:
3. From City Manager, submitting his recommendation with regard to salaries of
Department Heads and certain other officials.
The matter was referred to "Unfinished Business" for discussion in connection with
salary increases for all City employees.
From City Planning Board, signed by the Secretary, concerning proposed legisla-
tion for standards and controls which can be administered by the Building Officials
relative to private swimming pools, boat landings, docks, piers and similar struc-
tures - and suggesting the Council initiate appropriate action to delete the provi-
sions from the Zoning Ordinance, which now require that a Use Permit be obtained for
these structures, as soon as adequate safeguards and such standards have been adopted
by the Council.
Mr. Annibale explained that standards and administrative procedures have been estab-
lished for boat landings and docks on the north side of the lagoon system. He said
he assumed the Board wishes to follow the same procedures in other areas whereby the
construction of such facilities can proceed merely upon the issuance of a building
permit, providing certain City standards are met. He pointed out said standards
should be set by the City Engineer - and he suggested that Mr. Hanna and himself be
given an opportunity to submit a report on the matter at the next meeting of the
Council. It was so ordered.
To expedite action in this matter, however, Councilman Collischonn moved the Council
indicate to the Board that it concurs with its recommendation - that action is being
taken to provide safeguards and standards for such boat landings and docks - and the
Board proceed to initiate proceedings to delete the existing provisions in this res-
pect from the Zoning Ordinance. The motion was seconded by Councilman Freeman and on
roll call carried by the following vote. Ayes: Five. Noes: None. Absent: None.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS:
5. The matter was presented concerning the request from the Youth Activities Com-
mittee for a joint meeting with the Council to discuss the status and objectives of
said Committee, which had been officially created by Resolution No. 6088, adopted by
the Council on June 8, 1960. President McCall expressed thanks to all of the Com-
mittee members for their attendance and each Councilman then introduced his appoint-
ees.
A lengthy and thorough discussion was had on the subject, during the course of which
the following addressed the Council on behalf of the Committee: Mrs. J. Benton
Coffman, Chairman; Mrs. Forest E. Black; Mrs. William B. Saylor, Jr.; Messrs.
Warner F. Croll, Donald Bruzzone and C. Richard Bartalini.
The members particularly desired assurance from the Council that the life of the Com-
mittee would be sufficient to allow them ample opportunity to continue their studies
and projects relative to juvenile problems as long as there is need for this work in
the community. It was the consensus of the Council that such would be the case, and
the Committee representatives were so informed.
Also their objection was expressed to the "term of office" as set up in sub - section
"(c)r`, Section 3 of Resolution No. 6088, which would terminate with the position of
the Councilman making the respective appointment. They felt this would interrupt the
continuity of service of a number of the members while some particular study or
research was in progress.
Following considerable discussion of this point, Councilman Freeman moved Resolution
No. 6088 be amended by deleting Sub - section "(c)" of Section 3. The motion was
seconded by Councilman Petersen and on roll call carried by the following vote.
Ayes: Five. Noes: None. Absent: None.
Mr. Annibale then explained that this action now permits the "term of office" for
all members of the Committee to run until June 1, 1962, but it does not affect the
"life" of the Committee, per se.
During; the course of the discussion, Messrs. Bruzzone and Bartalini had mentioned
certain recommendations which the Committee had submitted and inquiry was made about
the Council taking action on them - (1) to adopt a Citation System, a function
between the Alameda Police Department and the Juvenile Probation Department of
Alameda County and (2) to study some type of coordinating function between said
Juvenile Probation.Department, the Alameda Unified School District and the Alameda
Police Department.
Mr. Weller felt the intent of the Council in appointing this Committee was that
reports will be made to the Council, and the specific character of the recommenda-
tions will then determine what action is to be taken. In the case of the "Citation
System ", for example, it would be an administrative procedure and would be referred
by the Council to the appropriate administrative officer for his report and, actually,
for his final judgment, as well. In the instance where legislative decision is
required, such as the adoption of a resolution or ordinance, this would be handled
directly by the City Council.
It was agreed that details of these proposals would be worked out by the Committee
with the cooperation of whatever City departments or personnel are necessary.
At this point a recess was declared in order that the Clerk could administer the
Oath of Office to those members of the Committee who had not yet been sworn in.
Upon reconvening, and there being no objections, the order of business was revised
and the meeting proceeded under 'Resolutions ".
RESOLUTIONS:
6. The following resolution was introduced by Councilman Freeman, who moved its
adoption:
"Resolution No. 6100
Authorizing Year -end Transfers on the Books of
Account of the City of Alameda."
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.
7. The following resolution was introduced by Councilman Collischonn, who moved
its adoption:
"Resolution No. 6101
Resolution of the City of Alameda Approving Final
Map of Subdivision Known as Tract No. 1992 (Pearl
Street -- South of Otis Drive)."
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.
8. The following resolution was introduced by Councilman Collischonn, who moved
its adoption:
"Resolution No. 6102
Resolution of the Council of the City of Alameda
Rescinding Resolution No. 5586 Relating to the
Setting of an Effective Date for the Vacation of
a Portion of Pearl Street (South of Otis Drive)."
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.
The President thereupon declared all of the foregoing resolutions duly adopted and
passed.
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Referring back to "unfinished Business", the meeting proceeded accordingly.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS:
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9. The matter was called up concerning the recommendations from the Civil Service
Board and the City Manager for salary increases for City employees and officials.
Mr. Weller reviewed the recommendations, pointing up that they would, in general,
involve a five per cent increase. He stated all data has been compiled in conformity-
with the same procedures and standards which have been followed in past years and the
showing was clear that the increase was justified.
Before any discussion, President McCall referred to a letter dated June 27, 1960,
addressed to Mr. Weller from Mr. Don Johnsen, President, Alameda Firemen's Associa-
tion, concerning a suggested two and one-half per cent differential in pay increase
between policemen and firemen, in favor of the former. He stated these departments
have always been of equal importance to the City and the men have always been paid
at the same rate and he believes that is the way it should be. The other Councilmen
concurred and the Clerk was instructed to so inform Mr. Johnsen, particularly point-
ing up the fact that it is contrary to the unwritten policy of the City to differ-
entiate in salaries between firemen and policemen.
An extended question and answer period was had, with a very thorough discussion of
the several aspects of the subject by the Councilmen. Messrs. Weller and Routt
explained certain details for the Council's clarification of the salary setup and
the working conditions of the City employees.
There was a suggestion that possibly some independent consultant should make a survey
and evaluation of the service levels, job classification and salaries of the City of
Alameda. The City Manager was to get an estimate of what such a survey would cost.
It was felt by some of the Councilmen that there were still several questions con-
cerning salaries in relation to the budget, on which they wanted more information
and, therefore, no determination of the issue was made. It was agreed the matter
would be laid over to the next regular meeting of the Council on July 5.
ORDINANCES FOR PASSAGE:
10. "Ordinance No. 1336,
New Series
An Ordinance Reclassifying and Rezoning Certain
Property Within the City of Alameda by Amending
Zoning Ordinance No. 1277, New Series."
(1715 and 1717 Jay Street.
Councilman Collischonn moved the ordinance be adopted as submitted. The motion was
seconded by Councilman Petersen and on roll call carried by the following vote.
Ayes: Five. Noes: None. Absent: None.
"Ordinance No. 1337,
New Series
An Ordinance Amending the Alameda Municipal Code by
Amending and Repealing Portions of Chapters 3 and 8
of Title XV, and Adding Chapter 9 to Said Title XV,
Relating to Hospitals, Institutions for Child Care,
and Boarding Homes for Aged Persons."
Councilman Freeman moved the ordinance be adopted as submitted. The motion was
seconded by Councilman Schacht and on roll call carried by the following vote.
Ayes: Five. Noes: None. Absent: None.
12. "Ordinance No. 1338,
New Series
An Ordinance of the City of Alameda Authorizing the
Conveyance by Quitclaim Deed of Certain City-Owned
Easements and Rights-of-Way to Kate G. Pedersen
(North of Clement Avenue, between Stanford and Willow)."
Councilman Petersen moved the ordinance be adopted as submitted. The motion was
seconded by Councilman Collischonn and on roll call carried by the following vote.
Ayes: Five. Noes: None. Absent: None.
BILLS:
13. An itemized List of Claims against the City of Alameda and the Departments
thereof, in the amount of $24,220.68, 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 June 28, 1960, and presented to the Council at this meeting, be allowed
and paid. The motion was seconded by Councilman Freeman and carried on the following
roll call vote. Ayes: Five. Noes: None. Absent: None.
ADJOURNMENT:
14. There being no further business to come before the meeting, the Council adjourned
to assemble in regular session on Tuesday evening, July 5, 1960, at 7:30 o'clock.
Respectfully submitted,
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