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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. 2),9 Referring back to "unfinished Business", the meeting proceeded accordingly. UNFINISHED BUSINESS: v/ 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, 0 / / City C,erk