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1959-02-03 Regular CC MinutesREGULAR MEETING OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ALAMEDA HELD TUESDAY EVENING, FEBRUARY 3, - - - - - - - 1959 The meeting convened at 7:30 o'clock p.m. with President McCall presiding. The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Councilman Freeman, followed by an inspiring Invoca- tion delivered by The Reverend Mr. Henry Whitney, Assistant Pastor, Santa Clara Avenue Methodist 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 20, 1959, were approved as transcribed. WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS: 2: From The Women's Auxiliary to Northern California Civil Defense and Disaster Association, signed by Mrs. Alice B. Peters, Secretary, submitting its resolution urging the Council to support the locating of a Training Center for the Civil Defense Program in Alameda. 3. From Northern California Civil Defense & Disaster Association, signed by Mr. H. H. Hearfield, Secretary, submitting its resolution urging the Council to encour- age the establishment of a Training Center for the Civil Defense Program in Region 7 in Alameda. President McCall stated these communications will be referred to the file on the subject - and he explained the City is now negotiating with the Civil Defense Director and other representatives concerning this setup on a portion of the United States Maritime School property. A meeting is to be held tomorrow to ascertain exactly how much of this area will be required for such a Training Center. 4 From Aeolian Yacht Club, signed by Mr. T. H. Nason, Secretary, requesting the Council to adopt a.resolution in favor of the allocation of a N10,000. planning loan in connection with the construction of small craft harbors in Alameda. Mr. Weller stated the City requested, and has received, the necessary forms on which to make formal application for these funds. The staff will prepare and submit them for formal action by the Council. There being no objections, President McCall asked that a letter be sent to Mr. Nason in explanation of the status of the matter. It was so ordered. 5. From South Shore Shopping Center, signed by Mr. Joseph E. Connell, President, expressing appreciation for the much needed Key System Bus service to the "Center" and soliciting the Council's aid in obtaining this transportation as a permanent schedule - Motor Coach Line No. 64. The letter was accompanied by a list of twenty- seven firms in support of the request. In response to Councilman Schacht's question about establishing this service as a permanent route, Mr. Weller said he would assume the Key System Application was actually for a permanent change of route - the "temporary" status of this routing is at the option of the City, and at the end of the ninety -day period, if it did not prove to be satisfactory, the City would ask Key System to request the Public Utili- ties Commission to withdraw its "Order ". There being no objections, the matter was referred to the City Manager for investiga- tion to ascertain the status thereof. It was developed that the City is to receive a report from Key System Transit Lines following a survey of the passenger traffic on this route and it was suggested the City Manager request said report at this time. 6. From The Harbor Tug and Barge Company, signed by Mr. Wm. W. Westington, Assist- ant General Manager, requesting permission to install a chain link fence, eight feet in height, along the Grand Street frontage of the property it leases from the City - in connection with its "clean -up" program. Councilman Collischonn stated he felt this will be an improvement to the area and moved the request be granted to allow construction of the fence as specified. The motion was seconded by Councilman Schacht and unanimously carried. r: this time, President McCall read a telegram addressed to Mr. Weller, sent by The Honorable George P. Miller, Congressman, informing him the House Armed Services Committee has approved the Navy's request to dispose of 19.66 acres of land located in the east portion of the Alameda Naval Industrial Reserve Shipyard. The excess property will be reported by the Navy to the General Services Administration for disposal. President McCall stated he felt this property will eventually revert to the City and other private owners. It was suggested the City Clerk write to Congressman Miller, expressing the Council's appreciation of his efforts in getting this land back on the tax rolls, and for his continued efforts in this respect with regard to other Federally -owned properties. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS: 8Y Mr. Lewis Groper, 473 Chetwood Street, Oakland, owner and operator of a jewelry store on Webster Street, protested at groat length against the type of newspaper cover- age given City business by the Alameda Times -Star. He felt all matters of concern to the community ought to be properly and fully reported so a complete story is given to the people. He stated the matter of community planning is one which has the citizens in a turmoil - he felt the Zoning Ordinance was "jammed down the throats" of the people of Alameda without due consideration and that it is a nonsensical ordinance. It has no applica- tion to this City. He vociferously protested against several provisions of the Zon- ing Ordinance. HEARINGS: 9. Continued from the last meeting was the matter of the " Shumaker" petition con- cerning his property on Willow Street. The Clerk read a letter from Dr. Paul R. Shumaker, requesting further continuance of the Hearing. It was ascertained there were no protests against the continuation and Councilman Schacht moved the Hearing be continued to the next regular meeting, with the sugges- tion that the City Manager or City Attorney contact Dr. Shumaker and inquire just when his negotiations with the South Shore Land Co. will be settled. He felt further continuance may lead to the detriment of other parties. The motion was seconded by Councilman Freeman and on roll call carried by the following vote. Ayes: Five. Noes: None. Absent: None. 10. At this point, President McCall stated all are proud of the work of the Boy Scouts of America which benefits all of the youth of the community. He said the Council is gratified to have so many Boy Scouts, their parents and leaders present tonight and those who are participating as "City Officials" during this "Scout Day in Government ". President McCall thereupon presented the Scouts with Certificates as Honorary City Officials. President McCall then called upon Mr. Chester Wilson, Scout Executive, who thanked the Council for giving the Scouts this opportunity to learn more about their City Govern- ment. He said all of them look forward to this annual event in celebration of the anniversary of Scouting. 11. The matter was called up concerning the petition, as amended, filed by Frances Grey and Ethel E. Schmidt, to reclassify their property from the "R -2" and "R -3PD" Districts to the "R -5" (General Apartment) District. The property is . known as 5442 550, 554 and 560 Central Avenue. The Clerk stated there is on file the Affidavit of Publication of the Notice of Pub- lic Hearing, a copy of the minutes of the meetings of the Planning Board at which this matter was considered - December 29, 1958, and January 12, 1959 - and the Board's recommendation, contained in its letter of January 15, to deny the petition. Mr. Schoenfeld, Planning Director, stated the parcel in question, comprising about nine acres, seven of which are tidelands, is located just westerly of the U. S. Mari- time School property, as shown on the maps displayed for the information of all con- cerned. He reviewed the case as presented to the Planning Board, pointing up that one of the principal reasons for the requested rezoning was to secure a location for an Allied Officers' Club and another reason was to increase the density permitted on this land as the price thereof prohibits construction of lower - density buildings. It was also brought out at that time there were no immediate plans for the construction of apartments, but if the rezoning to the "R -5" District were accomplished, there was "someone" who would be interested. He said there has been no:bowing made that such a zoning classification as requested is necessary to the proper development of this area - and the type of development being proposed by the petitioner would n of justify a higher density than that set forth in the Outline Master Plan. Mr. Schoenfeld stated that, in the absence of concrete evidence as to how the land is to be used, the staff had recommended that the Board recommend to the Council the denial of the petition. He explained that the rezoning requested would increase the density from seventeen dwelling units to fifty -three dwelling units per acre and this, in turn, would adversely affect the desired capacity enrollment of the elementary schools in the area. Mr. Schoenfeld emphasized that it is very important, then, to soberly con- sider the effect of increasing the density to this extent. Mr. John Mitcheom, 2002 Alameda Avenue, Sales Manager for Leuck Realty Co., represented the petitioners, Mesdames Grey and Schmidt. He displayed a large map of the City show- ing the certain areas zoned "R -5" and also indicating the several parcels of vacant land in the West End of Alameda. He pointed out there are four and one -half million square feet of property in the "R -5" District located east of Grand Street, but there is not one five -acre parcel of vacant land available. He stated there are eighty to one hundred acres of vacant land west of Grand Street. Mr. Mitcheom spoke of the potential school enrollment in this vicinity and said the statistics will prove that the schools in the West End are now operating under capa- city. He pointed out the contemplated development of the property in question is for three -story buildings containing twelve living units each, or one hundred thirty - two units altogether, which would be constructed on the little over two acres of the highland involved, which has a frontage of three hundred eighty -nine feet along Central Avenue. He felt there is room in the schools in this area for expansion of enrollment. He pointed out the "R -5" zone is necessary in order to operate the Allied Officers' Club, though it has to be under a Use Permit even in this District. Mr. Mitcheom cited the number of apartment houses existing in the vicinity. During the course of his lengthy plea for the rezoning of this property, Mr. Mitcheom called for a show of those in the audience who were in favor of such action - and a large number of property owners and businessmen from the area rose to indicate their support. Mr. Mitcheom stated there are several developers interested in this property - but they will not spend money and time drawing up definite plans until the proper zoning is established. That is the reason he does not yet have concrete plans for the type of construction contemplated. In response to Councilman Freeman's question, it was developed that there would be one hundred thirty -two living units on this approximately two acres of highland as compared to the one - hundred -unit apartment house being constructed on 3.2 acres of land on the South Shore, in an "R -SFD" District. Further reference was made to the establishment of the Allied Officers' Club in the existing building formerly used by the Little Theater group located toward the rear of the property in question.. A very lengthy discussion ensued in an attempt to clarify its type of operation. Mrs. May Dowler is the operator of the Club and she is the prospective purchaser of the subject land. Clarence Pease, 926 J Street, Sacramento, California, Attorney, stated he commands the 49th Infantry Division, California Army National Guard, and his headquarters are near Mrs. Dowler's present location of the Club. He said the Club was entirely satisfactory and nicely operated. It is organized as a non - profit corporation under the laws of the State of California. Mr. Mitcheom stated the principal objective at this time is the rezoning of the high- land area in order that it can be improved - there are no definite plans for develop- ing the tidelands as that will be an expensive operation and will have to be taken care of at a later date. He felt this requested rezoning deserves serious considera- tion in order to equalize the zoning and to take advantage of the vacant land in the City. Mr. Annibale pointed out that even if the parcel were rezoned to "R -5" District, it would still require application to the Planning Board for a Use Permit to operate the "Club ". The following spoke in explanation of the Club's membership and activities - Mary Ellen Lewis, 1030 Lincoln Avenue; Dora Miller, 1428 Jackson Street, Oakland. Mrs. May Dowler, 2398 Webster Street, Alameda, explained about her eviction by the State, under condemnation proceedings, from her property where the Club has been situated - due to the fact her land is needed for the construction of a second Tube. Councilman Collischonn inquired if there was not some land near Mrs. Dowler's pre- sent site which could be utilized for such a Club and Mr. Mitcheom replied that he had spent considerable time trying to find some suitable property for s ale in this general area along the Estuary, but without success. Councilman Collischonn mentioned that when he was trying to encourage some interest in the development of the property formerly occupied by Chipman Housing Project, there was not a single West End businessman present at the Council meeting to support him. Mr. Pease spoke in favor of the rezoning, pointing up the fact there are ten and one - half acres involved and when developed with apartments it would be consistent with a number of the structures which are adjacent, and he felt it would then be a credit to the area and the remainder of the City. He said he believes the reason this area is not developed is because of the low den- sity allowed at present. He also felt the schools in the vicinity can accommodate more capacity without being seriously overburdened. He said this particular petition is meritorious and the rezoning should be granted. Mrs. Frances Grey, 554 Central Avenue, the petitioner, stated this parcel of land is suitable for apartments only. She said she has had many inquiries for the purchase of this property and the interested parties have always had the construction of apart- ments in mind. The property is in the "R -2 "District which allows only single- family or duplex dwellings, and she doubted if anyone would consider building an expensive home in this neighborhood. Mrs. Grey felt the land will be developed with apartments - or it won't be developed. Mr. Frank Gottstein, 731 Haight Avenue, said he believes more apartments are needed in the City and this land is really adaptable for apartments. 13 President McCall next asked if there were any opponents in the matter who wished to speak. Mrs. Lydia Christie, 1417 Bay Street, stated she is very much against the establishment of the Allied Officers' Club on this property - but she approves of the construction of apartments. Councilman Freeman ascertained from Mr. Annibale that if the land were rezoned to "R-5PD" it would not automatically allow the Club on the property - a Use Permit would have to be applied for separately at a later date. For the information of all concerned, Mr. Annibale read Sec. 11-318 of the Zoning Ordi- nance which sets forth the uses permitted in an "R-5" District. He said that, in mak- ing application to the Planning Board for a Use Permit, its granting or denial would be subject to appeal to the Council by any property owner within the City. Mr. Annibale commented that a "non-profit" corporation can make a profit, as such, within the organization - but it is merely that the profit cannot inure to or benefit any private individual. In response to Councilman Schacht's inquiry about the reason for the requested rezon- ing - which purpose is the more important - to allow the construction of apartments or to establish the Club, Mr. Mitcheom stated both items are desired. Suggestions were then made by Councilmen Schacht and Collischonn that the property be rezoned to a more restricted district, but one which would allow multiple dwellings. Mr. Mitcheom stated the petitioners have requested a rezoning to an "R-5" District and he believes they are interested in obtaining exactly that. Further discussion ensued concerning the discretionary authority of the Council - in the event the rezoning were to be allowed and then, later, the application for a Use Permit for the Club were denied. Mr. Annibale pointed out evidence would be pre- sented at a Public Hearing and the Council could reach any decision it so desired, under the standards set forth in the Zoning Ordinance. Mr. Mitcheom reiterated that Mrs. Dowler is the "buyer" of the land in question - the main purpose of the rezoning is so she can get the "Little Theater" building for the Club and she will then immediately sell a portion of the property for the con- struction of apartments. Councilman Collischonn stated he would be inclined to think that, perhaps in this area, there should be some change in the zoning - as it has been stated the best use of the land would be for multiple dwellings. He would think the Council should not concern itself with whether or not there is an Allied Officers' Club - but what is the best use to be made of the land. He said he would be inclined to favor an "R-4PD" zone where any future development was first considered by the Planning Depart- ment and Planning Board. Mr. Schoenfeld explained that one of the considerations about the whole proposition which concerned the Planning Board, and certainly the Planning Department, is the fact that it must be considered in the light of the total development of the entire area from Washington Park west to the Naval Air Station. He said he would not dis- agree with anyone who favors a revision of the density standards - there is room for a reevaluation of what has been proposed. He felt, however, that whatever is recommended for increasing the density on this parcel should be in relation to what is going to take place in the area around it. Mr. Mitcheom stated again the petition calls for an "R-5" zone and the whole situation "falls flat on its face" without the "R-5" zone. At this point, President McCall explained the City's position by indicating on the map the several plans contemplated for development of a portion of the Maritime property and Washington Park with beaches and a small craft harbor. He mentioned that nego- tiations and meetings are now being held on these matters. There being no further opponents, the President declared the Hearing closed. He there- upon asked if any of the Councilmen had any proposals to make. Councilman Freeman asked to what density the Planning Board felt the area might go and Mr. Schoenfeld replied the Board did not officially express itself one way or the other - he explained that the sense of the Board was that the proposal, as presented, did not appear to be in the best interests of the development of this area. It was believed the area needs more study in relation to the surroundings and their potential. Councilman Freeman said she thinks this is a beautiful piece of property for apart- ments - and she can't see anything else being constructed there, but she felt the Plan- ning Board should indicate the density to be allowed thereon. Councilman Freeman thereupon moved the matter be referred back to the Board for further study. The motion was seconded by Councilman Collischonn, who added that he felt the Council should indicate to the Board its feeling in the matter - that it would like to have the Board consider a rezoning to an "R-4PD" District. The question was then put and the motion carried on the following roll call vote. Ayes: Councilmen Collischonn, Freeman and Schacht, (3). Noes: Councilman Petersen and President McCall, (2). Absent None. : REPORTS OF OFFICERS, BOARDS, ETCETERA: 12. From City Manager, reporting all work satisfactorily completed on the project of Remodeling and Installing Air Conditioning in the Council Chamber - recommending it be accepted and the Notice of Completion be ordered filed. Councilman Freeman moved the recommendation be approved; that the work on this pro - ject be accepted and the Notice of Completion be filed. The motion was seconded by Councilman Collischonn and on roll call carried by the following vote. Ayes: Five. Noes: None. Absent: None. INTRODUCTION OF ORDINANCES: 13. Councilman Collischonn introduced the following ordinance, after which it was laid over under provision of law and the Charter: "Ordinance No. New Series An Ordinance Authorizing the Acquisition of Certain Real Property and Authorizing the Transfer of Certain City -owned Real Property in Partial Consideration of Such Acquisition (Tilden Way - Standard Oil Co. Property) ." UNFINISHED BUSINESS: 14. From City Planning Board, signed by Mr. Schoenfeld, Secretary, recommending that San Antonio Avenue, between Lafayette and Chestnut Streets, not be abandoned because, in its opinion, such action would be detrimental to the future growth of Alameda and, further, would establish a dangerous precedent. The Clerkc alled attention to a letter, dated January 30, 1959, from Saint Joseph's Church, signed by The Reverend Father Alvin P. Wagner, appealing to the Council to review this matter in the light of very favorable evidence and the reasonableness of the request to abandon this portion of San Antonio Avenue. Copies of said letter had been sent to the Councilmen. A resolution on the matter had also been prepared. Councilman Freeman inquired if a decision had been reached to completely abandon this portion of the street or to just close off this area temporarily. Mr. Weller stated it would be his recommendation not to consider closing off the section with temporary barriers. He said the question is simply whether that portion of the street, in the judgment of the City Council, is still required for public street purposes. If so, it ought to be retained - if not, then it ought to be abandoned. This "partial" closing off would probably create more problems than it would solve. Mr. Annibale stated the resolution which will come before the Council tonight is merely a "Resolution of Intention" which sets up the time for a Public Hearing, which will be at the regular meeting of March 3. On the basis of the Public Hearing, the Council can adopt ormt adopt a resolution ordering the vacation of this portion of the street. Councilman Freeman then asked whose opinion should be sought to determine if this section is no longer necessary as part of a public thoroughfare. Mr. Annibale stated he would assume there would be a check on this matter by the Planning Depart- ment - the recommendation of the Planning Board has already been received - there will be a Public Hearing at which the Council can request any evidence it so desires from the City staff and also questions can be asked of anyone appearing at that time. Upon the results of these inquiries, the Council can base its decision. It was brought out this is merely the procedure to bring the matter before the Coun- cil and give everyone concerned an opportunity to be heard. Mr. Weller stated that, in the event the proposed Resolution of Intention is adopted tonight, he would suggest the Planning Board be requested to submit further informa- tion on this one particular point - whether or not, in its judgment, the street is now or might in the future be required for public street purposes. He said he felt, after all, the Planning Board is the Council's agent, in effect, to advise the Coun- cil on these matters and he would think its ideas on the subject ought to carry weight with the Council in conjunction with the Public Hearing. The matter was thereupon referred to "Resolutions'. 15. The matter was presented concerning the construction of a swimming pool in Lin- coln Park as proposed by Mr. Frank Weeden. Reference was made to the draft of the proposed ten -year Lease Agreement in connection with said pool and some discussion ensued with regard to the terms thereof, particu- larly the suggestion that the ten -year period start coincident with the commencement of construction of the pool rather than with the date of execution of the Agreement. It was agreed this would be only approximately three months' difference in time. It was noted Mr. Weeden was present and upon inquiry as to his opinion, Mr. Weeden stated he would really like to have the Agreement dated as of July 1, 1959, unless the pool is completed sooner - because that will be after school has closed and the swimming season begins. He said the short period of time involved does not actually make any difference at the end of the lease period, the three months he wants are right now. Councilman Schacht moved the Council direct the City Attorney to prepare the neces- sary ordinance authorizing the execution of a Lease Agreement in this matter - and that it be ready for introduction at the next regular meeting of the Council. The motion was seconded by Councilman Collischonn. Speaking on the question, Councilman Petersen made further inquiries concerning cer- tain provisions of the Lease Agreement which Mr. Annibale clarified. Councilman Petersen thereupon stated he believes Mr. Weeden is doing a marvelous job in the com- munity with his swim program. However, he said, due to the fact the area is reserved for public park purposes through the bond issue which paid for the park in 1908, his conscience does not permit him to cast an affirmative vote on this measure because he feels that private use of public parks is a questionable matter. The question was then put and the motion carried on the following vote. Ayes: Coun- cilmen Collischonn, Freeman, Schacht and President McCall, (4). Noes: Councilman Petersen, (1). Absent: None. NEW BUSINESS: 16:1 President McCall spoke of the number of business firms which, under the new Zon- ing Ordinance, are now operating as non - conforming uses - and they would have a problem if their particular places of business were destroyed or if they wanted to expand. He said that, if there were no objections, he would like to have this matter referred to the Planning Board for its study and recommendation on what might be done to alleviate the fears of these businessmen, and possibly the Council could then consider amending the Zoning Ordinance in this respect, if reasonable. Mr. Weller pointed out the Council plans to meet with the Planning Board next Tuesday and he suggested it might be better to discuss the subject at that time. He said he would be reluctant to have some isolated part of the Zoning Ordinance reviewed - he felt it would be much better to have the entire ordinance reviewed and to point out some of the areas on which there has been opposition expressed. It was agreed the matter would be on the agenda for the joint meeting of the Board and the Council. RESOLUTIONS: 17. The following resolution was introduced by Councilman Collischonn, who moved its adoption: "Resolution No. 5895 Authorizing Termination of a Certain License Agreement By and Between the Regents of the University of California, Licensor, and the City of Alameda, Licensee (Real Property -- West Side of Webster Street Opposite Tynan Avenue)." 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. 18. The following resolution was introduced by Councilman Petersen, who moved its adoption: "Resolution No. 5896 Amending Salary Resolution No. 5814 by Changing the Salaries of the Assistant City Manager and the Director of Recreation and Physical Education." 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. 5897 Adopting Specifications, Special Provisions and Plans for Installation of a Sanitary Sewer in Central Avenue Between Park Avenue and Park Street, 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. 20. The following resolution was introduced by Councilman Petersen, who moved its adoption: "Resolution No. 5898 Resolution of Intention to Order the Vacation of Sin Antonio Avenue Between Lafayette and Chestnut Streets, in 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. 21. The following resolution was introduced by Councilman Freeman, who moved its adoption: "Resolution No. 5899 IN MEMORIAM TO MR. JENNINGS C. SPENCER "WITH PROFOUND SORROW, the Council of the City of Alameda records the death of one who had been a most faithful and proficient official, MR. JENNINGS C. SPENCER, who had retired on August 31, 1951, from his position as General Manager of the Bureau of Electricity, Department of Public Utilities. "WHEREAS, Mr. Spencer had first been employed by the City as a Lineman, beginning October 24, 1904, and his conscientious and diligent performance of his varied duties had resulted in his advancement through the following positions: Operator of the Steam Plant in 1905, Electrical Foreman in 1912, Superintendent of Operations in 1919, and thence, ulti- mately, to General Manager in 1941; and "WHEREAS, Mr. Spencer was a member of the American Institute of Electrical Engineers and the California Municipal Utilities Association, and he brought honor to the City by his election to the office of Treas- urer of the latter organization, which office he held from March 1, 1945, to November 1, 1946; and "WHEREAS, Mr. Spencer was ever mindful of the best interests of the community and was active in its early development. He was vitally inter- ested in the historical significance of the City and had served as Presi- dent of the Alameda Historical Society during the term of 1954 -1955. "NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that, in recognition of the forty - seven years' service rendered by Mr. Spencer, which tenure of employment is unique in the City's history, and in acknowledgment of his community activities and the great esteem he engendered among his associate employees and many friends, the Council of the City of Alameda hereby expresses its sense of personal loss and its gratitude for having had such a loyal and highly respected employee and citizen. "BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that this Resolution be spread in full upon the minutes of this meeting, and that a copy thereof be transmitted to the family of Mr. Spencer, that it may extend to its members a sincere expression of sympathy and condolence; and "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 MR. JENNINGS C. SPENCER." 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. President McCall spoke in eulogy of Mr. Spencer. The President thereupon declared all of the foregoing resolutions duly adopted and passed. ORDINANCES FOR PASSAGE: 22. "Ordinance No. 1295, New Series An Ordinance Amending Chapter 1 of Title XI of the Alameda Municipal Code, Relating to the Definition of a 'Motor Truck Terminal' and the Zoning Therefor." Councilman Collischonn 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. J 23. At this time, Councilman Collischonn commended the City Manager's staff for the preparation of the data which accompanied the Mayor's statement before the American Municipal Association. He said it was very informative and certainly gave him knowl- edge of the amount of land controlled and owned by the Federal Government which he had not known previously and the breakdown of figures was very pertinent. Mr. Weller stated he appreciates the remarks but he felt all of the credit goes to Mr. Neil Clark for his work on this compilation of statistics. FILING: 24. Specifications No. PW 2 -59 -1 - Project of Installing Sanitary Sewer in Central Avenue between Park Avenue and Park Street. BILLS: 25. An itemized List of Claims against the City of Alameda, and the Departments thereof, in the amount of $10,376.77, was submitted to the Council at this meeting. The list was accompanied by certification from the City Manager that the Claims shown were correct. Councilman Petersen moved the bills as itemized in the List of Claims filed with the City Clerk on February 3, 1959, and presented to the Council at this time, be allowed and paid. The motion was seconded by Councilman Freeman and on roll call carried by the following vote. Ayes: Five, Noes: None. Absent: None, ADJOURNMENT: 26. There being no further business to come before the meeting, the President called up the audience for a moment of silence in respect to the memory of Mr. Jennings C. Spencer. The Council then adjourned - to assemble in regular session on Tuesday evening, February 17, 1959, at 7:30 o'clock. Respectfully submitted,