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1959-08-18 Regular CC Minutes00 REGULAR MEETING OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ALAMEDA HELD TUESDAY EVENING, AUGUST 18, 1959 The meeting convened at 7:30 o'clock p.m. with President McCall presiding. The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Councilman Petersen and was followed by an inspiring Invocation delivered by The Reverend Father Patrick J. O'Brien, Pastor of St. Philip Neri's Catholic Church. ROLL CALL: The roll was called and Councilmen Collischonn, Petersen, Schacht and President McCall, (4), were noted present. Absent: Councilman Freeman, (1). MINUTES: 1. The minutes of the regular meeting held August 4, 1959, were approved as transcribed. WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS: 2. From Mrs. Inez Kapellas, 1610 Encinal Avenue, suggesting the City hire a guard for the "bikes" at the Alameda Swim Center and at other major entertainment centers. The communication was referred to the City Manager for his discussion with the Chief of Police and a report to be made on the matter at a later date. It was so ordered. r ` 3. From Marshall E. and Phyllis H. Doyle, 1324 Fernside Boulevard, requesting per- mission to erect an eight -foot fence along the rear line of their property - comprised of six feet of redwood, smooth on both sides, topped by two feet of corrugated plastic laminate. Councilman Schacht moved permission be granted to Mr. and Mrs. Doyle to construct the fence as described. The motion was seconded by Councilman Petersen and on roll call carried by the following vote. Ayes: Four. Noes: None. Absent: One. 4. From State Department of Public Health, signed by Dr. Malcolm H. Merrill, Director, informing the Council that Alameda County is still a rabies area. President McCall remarked that the southern section of Alameda County is overrun with skunks which are creating a real health problem. He felt the situation is such that a trapper should be sent into the area to relieve this endemic condition. The communication was then ordered filed. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS: 5 Mr. J. Chester Ballard, 1813 Lafayette Street, spoke of the dogs running around at night doing damage to lawns and suggested a poundman should be on duty at that time. 6. Mr. Frank Gottstein, 731 Haight Avenue, referred to the recent accidents in the City and said he thought the Police cars and Fire trucks travel too fast through intersections because, even with the sirens on, people are not always aware of their proximity. He also suggested Grand Street be made a stop arterial for its full length, with automatic signals at Encinal Avenue. President McCall felt that for the protection of all concerned, the City should call upon a professional traffic engineer to make a complete survey and submit recommenda- tions as to the modern traffic pattern Alameda should establish. Councilman Petersen inquired about the removal of injured victims from accidents when there are more than the City's two ambulances can take care of and Mr. Clark explained that there is an arrangement with a private ambulance company for its service in the event the City's facilities are in use. There was some discussion with regard to the time element involved for ambulance service in response to a call and the City Manager was asked to check on this and furnish the information to the Councilmen. HEARINGS: V 7. The matter was called up concerning proposed amendments to the Alameda Municipal Code (Zoning Ordinance No. 1277, New Series) relative to front, side and rear yard requirements on lots of record of less than standard size - as initiated by Council Resolution No. 5945. The Clerk stated the Affidavit of Publication of the Notice of Hearing is on file and the Planning Board has recommended said amendments be made in conformance with its Draft Proposal No. 2, dated July 17, 1959, copies of which have been submitted to the Councilmen. Upon request, Mr. Schoenfeld, Planning; Director, gave a resume of the suggested changes as contained in said "Draft" and cited certain examples as indicated on a chart dis- 101 played for clarification of the intent thereof. He explained the method by which said yard requirements would be established for the lots of less than standard size. Considerable discussion ensued concerning certain areas where small lots are more preva- lent. Mr. Schoenfeld pointed out there would always be some troublesome lots insofar as their size is concerned - but the owners would have a legitimate case for a variance - and most of the small lots could be successfully used under the proposed formula. Mr. Schoenfeld emphasized the particular changes pronosed to be made with regard to side yard requirements, which are about half that required for lots of standard size. With regard to rear yards, the minimum size under the amendment would be twelve feet. It was developed that, in all cases, the property owners would have the privilege of applying to the Planning Board for a variance with regard to any of the yard requirements. In response to Councilman Petersen's inquiry about the reason for setting the minimum size of 2,500 square feet as a legal building site, Mr. Schoenfeld stated it was the belief of the Planning Board that construction on lots less than this area would not be in the best interests of the City of Alameda. To legalize the use of such sub- standard size lots, which are so greatly below the minimum standards applied for pur- poses of health, safety and general welfare, would be to perpetuate a condition which, unfortunately, has been allowed to exist in the past. He said the Board, and he felt sure, the Council is seeking to eliminate such conditions in the future. Certainly, the present subdivision regulations are tending to stem such development. Mr. Anthony F. Bruno, 1530 Paru Street, inquired just what is considered a sub-standard lot and he was informed that such lot would be less than five thousand square feet in area, with less than fifty feet frontage - or five thousand square feet, with less than sixty feet frontage, for a corner lot. In response to further questions by Mr. Bruno, Mr. Annibale explained that the term "standard" lot applies only with respect to the dimensions set up in the present Zoning Ordinance - smaller lots are still legal building sites as long as one complies with the front, side and rear yard restrictions. He said the new proposed amendments tend to relax those requirements. He further pointed out that a legal building site is a lot of record prior to the date of adoption of the present Zoning Ordinance. Others who sought information concerning this matter were: Mr. J. Chester Ballard, 1813 Lafayette Street; Mr. Henry Nunes, 3351 Fernside Boulevard; Mrs. Marjorie Dunn, 1405 Stanton Street; Mr. Delma Cardinet, 1150 Delano Drive, San Leandro, owner of a very small lot on Chestnut Street. Also, Mr. G. N. Pope, 1820 Bay Street, spoke at some length in opposition to the proposed amendments because he felt they were dis- criminatory against those who own very small lots. He read into the record that por- tion of the minutes of the Planning Board meeting of July 27, 1959, with regard to Draft Proposal No, 2. He said he did not believe the proposed amendments would help the City or correct the problem. Through questions by Councilman Schacht, it was developed by Mr. Annibale that the pro- posed amendment, insofar as the minimum lot area of twenty-five hundred square feet is concerned, is contrary to another section of the Zoning Ordinance - Sec. 11-14A6(d) which states, "Any lot of record existing prior to the date of adoption of this Chap- ter, shall be considered a legal building site regardless of its area and may be used, subject, however, to yard, height, bulk and other applicable regulations." Therefore, under this section, one could build automatically, for instance, on an area comprised of two thousand square feet as long as the front, side and rear yard restrictions were complied with. Mr. Annibale pointed out the new proposal makes it necessary for a variance to be procured from the Planning Board if the lot is less than twenty-five hundred square feet. In this one sense, the proposed amendment is more restrictive than the current Zoning Ordinance, but in yard requirements, it is less so. Following discussion of this point, it was agreed the proposed amendment would be changed in this respect - in order to eliminate this conflict and make it possible to utilize even these extremely small parcels of less than twenty-five hundred square feet. Mr. Schoenfeld commented it is almost guaranteed that the person deslring to build on a lot of twenty-five hundred square feet or less, is going to have to come before the Planning Board for variances. He said it is to be hoped that the City can discourage, as much as possible, development of new houses on these very, very small lots. He felt everyone realizes many of these small lots have been created by "slicing off" the rear end of some of the very deep lots - mainly on the narrow side streets - and, as a result, they create problems. He wondered if the Council would want to perpetuate this condition. Councilman Schacht felt the language should be clarified and made definite to remove the stigma of these small parcels not being a "legal building site" and, from a prac- tical standpoint, all doubt should be eliminated. Councilman Collischonn remarked that it would be most unusual if there were a great rush to build on any twenty-five hundred square foot lots which have been vacant for many years. He felt that sight has been lost of the fact the City has spent consid- erable money in developing a Planning Department and a Zoning Ordinance. He said it is true Alameda is an old city but he believes the Council wants to improve it and make it a better place for everyone - not just those who happen to have small lots. He stated he is opposed to perpetuating the construction of small homes on substandard lots where it is going to be to the detriment of all other property owners in the block. Councilman Petersen expressed the belief that everyone has his property rights and he felt the proposed amendments are for the purpose of guaranteeing such rights for those who already have these small lots. He felt the Subdivision Ordinance would control any new development. As a matter of remedying an existing condition, Councilman Petersen said he approved the contemplated amendments. Councilman Schacht then moved the adoption of Draft Proposal No. 2, submitted by the Planning Board, subject to the deletion of the words, "and/or contains an area of less than twenty-five hundred (2,500) square feet" as contained in Sec. 11-14A6(d) thereof, and the City Attorney be directed to prepare an ordinance in conformance therewith for the Council's consideration at the next meeting. The motion was seconded by Councilman Petersen and carried on the following roll call vote. Ayes: Four, Noes: None. Absent: One. 8. The matter was presented concerning Resolution No. 5972, adopted July 21, 1959, setting forth the Council's intention to abandon Raleigh Place, from Franciscan Way to Whitehall Place (South Shore). The Clerk stated there is on file the Affidavit of Publication of Notice of Hearing and the Affidavit of Posting Notices in the area affected, as required. Upon Councilman Schacht's suggestion, Mr. Hanna explained the history of this situa- tion. It was then ascertained there was none present who was opposed to the contem- plated closing of this street. The Hearing was thereupon declared closed and the matter was referred to "Resolutions". 9. The matter was next called up with regard to an appeal against the decision of the City Planning Board to grant a Use Permit to Dolma and Evelyn Cardinet for a news- paper distribution center to be held on their premises known as 1609 Chestnut Street. Letters of appeal were submitted by Mrs. Louise S. Davis, 1615 Chestnut Street; John w. and Gladys M. Nelson, 1900 Pacific Avenue; W. J. and Elsie Hill, 2002 Pacific Avenue and Frank Lee, 1604 Chestnut Street. Copies of these communications had been sent to the Councilmen for their information. Tho Clerk stated there is also on file, in connection with this case, all pertinent data concerning the Board's action - and, further, that Mr. and Mrs. Cardinet have been given written notification the appeal had been filed and the Hearing thereon would be held at this meeting. Mrs. Louise Davis, 1615 Chestnut Street, addressed the Council as spokesman for the appellants. She requested that her letter of appeal be read in full, which set forth the basis of her protest to the effect that there would be very little control over the group of boys involved, the bicycles would be hazardous, foul and profane language would be used and the peace and quiet would be destroyed. Mrs. Frank Zucca, 1608 Lafayette Street, stated her son is a Tribune carrier. She refuted the use of profane language by the boys, but agreed they are noisy. Mrs. Zucca stated her complaint is that with Haight School nearby and so many children in the neighborhood, these extra boys will make it difficult for the property owners. Mrs. Grace S. Driver, 1918 Pacific Avenue, agreed with the statements made in Mrs. Davis' letter. Mr. Delmer T. Lemond, 1906 Pacific Avenue, said he could visualize bicycles scattered all over the sidewalk and he did not believe the boys would use the racks which were to be provided within the yard area. Mrs. Evelyn Cardinet, 1150 Delane Drive, San Leandro, owner of the lot in question, pointed out there is a vacant lot between the area where the boys will be and Mrs. Davis' house. She said Mr. Brazil of the Tribune had assured her the boys would be kept under control. She mentioned the Boys Club is in the vicinity and the bicycles are kept in the racks provided there. She stated they would comply with all the restrictions placed upon the Use Permit granted by the Board. She mentioned they had owned this property for many years and it is one of those lots under discussion this evening - being thirty by fifty feet in size - and there is nothing that can be done with it. The boys would occupy the existing concrete building, the entrance to which is at the rear. Considerable discussion was had covering details of the proposed enterprise. Council- man Schacht suggested the Hearing be continued in order that the Tribune representative could be heard in this matter. Mr. Annibale pointed out the restrictions placed upon the Use Permit by the Board did not seem to embrace the points specifically mentioned by the complainants this evening - profane language and noise created by the boys - and the Council could sustain the granting of the Use Permit with the additional proviso that if there is a public nui- sance created,in the discretion of the Council, said Permit would be revocable at the will of the Council. There was further question concerning the proposed lease agreement between the Tribune and the Cardinets. It was felt this type of operation should be conducted in a com- mercial rather than a residential district. Councilman Petersen then moved the decision of the Planning Board be reversed and the granting of a Use Permit in this case be rescinded. The motion was seconded by Council- man Collischonn. 103 Speaking on the question, Councilman Schacht said he believes the Council, in fairness to all, should have the opportunity to hear Mr. Brazil of the Tribune. The question was put and the motion carried on the following vote. Ayes: Councilmen Collischonn, Petersen and President McCall, (3). Noes: Councilman Schacht, (1). Absent: Councilman Freeman, (1). REPORTS OF OFFICERS BOARDS, ETCETERA: 10. From Acting City Manager, submitting proposal from Hackleman & Larzelere, Certi- fied Public Accountants, to perform auditing services during the current fiscal year, in the total amount of $3,000.1 half of which cost is paid by the Department of Public Utilities. The terms are the same as those of last year. Councilman Schacht moved the contract be awarded to Hackleman & Larzelere for auditing services during 1959-60 for the sum not to exceed $3,000., under the same terms and conditions as the previous agreement. The motion was seconded by Councilman Petersen and on roll call carried by the following vote. Ayes: Four. Noes: None. Absent: Ono. 11. From Acting City Manager, recommending a fifteen-day extension of time be granted to Mr. Frank Mossey, Contractor, in which to complete construction of a rest room on Shoreline Drive at Grand Street. Councilman Collischonn moved the designated extension of time be granted to Mr. Mossey for completion of this project. The motion was seconded by Councilman Schacht and unanimously carried. 12. From Acting City Manager, recommending the release of Bond No. 7984154, Federal Insurance Company, filed by South Shore Land Co. to cover the Street System in Tract No. 1866, Unit I. Councilman Schacht moved the adoption of the recommendation that said bond be released. The motion was seconded by Councilman Collischonn. At this point, President McCall interjected reference to his recent experience with sand blowing in the vicinity of Grand Street and Shoreline Drive, Mr. Hanna stated Utah Construction Company has conferred with Mr. Clayton Horn who does the spraying with the Golden Bear process and he is scheduled to be in the area west of Grand Street tomorrow. Mr. Hanna said he believes that when this section is properly treated, there will be no further dust blowing from this particular area. Councilman Collischonn agreed everyone should be pleased with the satisfactory results of the spray-treated areas - however, he still contended the contractors are not wetting down the areas in which their construction is going on and he pointed out the Council has discussed several times the possibility of requiring such to be done. He said, he has never seen any such attempt being made, and there are certain stock-piles of sand which sudden gusts of wind could blow over the streets which the City would have to clean up. Mr. Hanna introduced Mr. Harold McGinnis, who works under Mr. Charles Hageman, Resident Engineer for South Shore Land Co., and asked if he had any further information on this subject. Mr. McGinnis explained that the builders are trying to control the stock- piles of sand and remove them as fast as possible. Mr. Hanna also stated that if there were an abnormal quantity of dirt of anytype which came onto the public streets, the City would expect the owner of the source to remove that material. Referring back to the release of the bond, Councilman Schacht asked if the City Engi- neer was satisfied with the construction, as well as the cleanliness of the streets in said Tract. Mr. Hanna replied that, after further consideration of releasing said bond, he would like to have the matter held over to the next meeting, if possible. He explained he is not concerned about the construction of the streets and the items which have been accepted - but the acceptance is a limited one - the City has not accepted the lagoons which are included under this bond and there is still some work to be done on them. He agreed the bond could be reduced in amount. With the consent of his second, Councilman Schacht withdrew his motion. There being no objections, the matter was laid over to the next meeting of the Council to be held September 1, 1959. 4 13. From Acting City Manager, reporting all work satisfactorily completed on the project of Constructing the Golf Course Driving Range - recommending it be accepted and the Notice of Completion be ordered filed. Councilman Collischonn moved the recommendation be adopted; that the work on this project be accepted and the Notice of Completion be filed. The motion was seconded by Councilman Schacht and unanimously carried. V 14. From City Planning Board, signed by Mr. A. Raymond Schoenfeld, Secretary, recom- mending approval of Record of Survey Map for Lot 6, Tract No. 2051, South Shore Unit I, on condition that the developer amend said Map in accordance with the report of the Assistant City Engineer, dated August 7, 1959. The parcel in question is located at the northwest corner of Shoreline Drive and Willow Street. 1 4 Councilman Schacht moved the Planning Board's recommendation be adopted; that the Record of Survey Map for Lot 6, Tract No. 2051, South Shore Unit I, be approved on condition that the developer amend said Map in accordance with the report of the Assistant City Engineer, dated August 7, 1959. The motion was seconded by Councilman Collischonn and on roll call carried by the following vote. Ayes: Councilmen Collischonn, Petersen, Schacht and President McCall, (4). Noes: None. Absent: Councilman Freeman, (1). 15. From City Planning Board, signed by Mr. Schoenfeld, Secretary, recommending approval of Record of Survey Map for Lot 1, Tract No. 2055, South Shore Unit I, sub- ject to the stipulations of the Assistant City Engineer in his report dated August 7, 1959. The property is situated on the east side of Grand Street, north of Shoreline Drive. Councilman Collischonn moved the Planning Board's recommendation be accepted; that the Record of Survey Map for Lot 1, Tract No. 2055, South Shore Unit I, be approved subject to the stipulations of the Assistant City Engineer in his report dated August 7, 1959. The motion was seconded by Councilman Schacht and carried by the following roll call vote. Ayes: Councilmen Collischonn, Petersen, Schacht and President McCall, (4). Noes: None. Absent: Councilman Freeman, (1). 4 16. From City Planning Board, signed by Mr. Schoenfeld, Secretary, recommending consideration be given to the naming of some structure or facility in the proposed Woodstock Park Recreation Center in honor of Mr. Ernest B. Poggi, who had lost his life in 1957 while saving two children from drowning. Mrs. Poggi was present at the meeting of the Board and had expressed appreciation of this gesture and completely concurs with the recommendation inasmuch as the family has been residents of this sec- tion of the City for many years. President McCall suggested this matter be referred to the Recreation Commission for its consideration of an appropriate facility as a tribute to Mr. Poggi in the develop- ment of the Woodstock Park Recreation Center. It was so ordered. INTRODUCTION OF ORDINANCES: 17. 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 Sale of Real Property to Alfred W. Horine and Hazel A. Horine, His Wife (Strip at Rear of 1727 Broadway -- Tilden Way Project)." 18. Councilman Schacht 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 for Public Park and Other Municipal Purposes (Grand Street and Otis Drive -- South Shore)." NEW BUSINESS: 19. Councilman Petersen stated he had discussed with President McCall the matter of regulations with regard to water skiing in this area and had asked Mr. Clark to inves- tigate what steps could be taken to safeguard all interested in such activities. President McCall called attention to the many, many boats now using the Estuary and San Leandro Channel which travel at high rates of speed. He remarked that in many areas - at Lake Tahoe and Folsom Dam on the American River - through U. S. Coast Guard provisions, any operator of a power boat towing a skier must have another occupant of the boat at all times, facing the skier, in order that he can be alert to all situa- tions and instruct the operator accordingly. President McCall informed the Council that Mr. Clark is going to check on all such regulations of the Coast Guard in the Twelfth District as to what precautionary measures it is taking with regard to polic- ing. He said copies of the information, when available, would be sent out to the Councilmen. 20. President McCall spoke of the unfortunate series of accidents which have recently occurred in the City and commented particularly on the present speed limit of, fifty - five miles per hour on Doolittle Drive. He referred to the number of accidents which happened when drivers were attempting to make left -hand turns into the City Dump - and he felt a solution to prevent future accidents would be to widen the eastbound lane at this point so there would be room for following vehicles to pass on the right when someone desires to turn into the Dump. Also, he suggested the speed limit of thirty -five miles per hour be extended to Alameda's City limits. He asked the pleasure of the Council with regard to having the City Manager request an engineering report and cost estimate on the widening of Doolittle Drive at this loca- tion and also, to check on the possibility of reducing the speed limit to thirty -five miles per hour. Councilman Schacht moved the City Manager submit a request to the State Division of Highways to amend the speed limit along Doolittle Drive to the City limits from fifty- five to thirty-five miles per hour. The motion was seconded by Councilman Petersen and unanimously carried. RESOLUTIONS: 21. The following resolution was introduced by Councilman Collischonn, who moved its adoption: "Resolution No. 5981 Ordering the Vacation of Raleigh Place, Between FrancisomWay and Whitehall Place, 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: Four. Noes: None. Absent: One. 22. The following resolution was introduced by Councilman Petersen, who moved its adoption, subject to a minor change in the legal description as designated by t he City Engineer: "Resolution No. 5982 Resolution of Intention to Order the Vacation and Abandonment of a Strip of Land, Formerly in Railroad Avenue, in the City of Alameda (Tilden Way Project)." The motion to adopt said resolution was seconded by Councilman Schacht and on roll call carried by the following vote. Ayes: Four. Noes: None. Absent: One. 23. The following resolution was introduced by Councilman Collischonn, who moved its adoption: "Resolution No. 5983 Resolution Authorizing Subordination of Rights of Reentry to Mortgage or Deed of Trust as Contained in That Certain Deed Dated July 27, 1955, City of Alameda, Grantor, Robert L. Wooldridge, Grantee (No.2)." The motion to adopt said resolution was seconded by Councilman Petersen and on roll call carried by the following vote. Ayes: Four. Noes: None. Absent: One. 2L. The following resolution was introduced by Councilman Schacht, who moved its adoption: "Resolution No. 5984 Adopting Specifications, Special Provisions and Plans for Slurry Seal Treatment on Certain City Streets, Calling for Bids and Directing City Clerk to Advertise Same." The motion to adopt said resolution was seconded by Councilman Petersen and on roll call carried by the following vote. Ayes: Four. Noes: None. Absent: One. 25. The following resolution was introduced by Councilman Petersen, who moved its adoption: "Resolution No. 5985 Amending Salary Resolution No. 5965 by Changing the Class Title of the Position of 'Director of Recreation and Physical Education (Half-Pay)' to 'Director of Recreation'." The motion to adopt said resolution was seconded by Councilman Schacht and on roll call carried by the following vote. Ayes: Four. Noes: None. Absent: One. 26\41. The following resolution was introduced by Councilman Collischonn, who moved its adoption: "Resolution No. 5986 Resolution of the City of Alameda Concerning Inadequate Airline Schedules at Metropolitan Oakland International Airport." The motion to adopt said resolution was seconded by Councilman Schacht and on roll call carried by the following vote. Ayes: Four. Noes: None. Absent: One. 27. The following resolution was introduced by Councilman Schacht, who moved its adoption: 106 "Resolution No. 5987 Resolution of the City of Alameda Urging President Eisenhower and the California Congressional Delegation to Expend Every Effort in Behalf of Legislation Which Will Continue the Financing of the Federal Interstate Highway Program." The motion to adopt said resolution was seconded by Councilman Collischonn and on roll call carried by the following vote. Ayes: Four. Noes: None. Absent: One. The President thereupon declared all of the foregoing resolutions duly adopted and passed. ORDINANCES FOR PASSAGE: 28. "Ordinance No. 1313, New Series An Ordinance Amending the Alameda Municipal Code by Repealing Section 18 -511 Thereof, Relating to Minors Being Out at Night." 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: Four. Noes: None. Absent: One. 29. "Ordinance No. 1311, New Series An Ordinance Amending the Alameda Municipal Code by Amending Section 18 -612 Thereof, Relating to Language Causing Breach of the Peace." Councilman Collischonn moved the ordinance be adopted as submitted. The motion was seconded by Councilman Schacht and carried on the following roll call vote. Ayes: Four. Noes: None. Absent: One. 30. "Ordinance No. 1315, New Series An Ordinance Amending the Alameda Municipal Code by Amending Section 18 -615 Thereof, Relating to Loitering on the Streets and Sidewalks of the City." Councilman Schacht moved the ordinance be adopted as submitted. The motion was seconded by Councilman Petersen and carried on the following roll call vote. Ayes: Four. Noes: None. Absent: Ono. FILING: 31. Financial Statement - Bureau of Electricity, as of June 30, 1959 - Verified by Hackleman & Lar ze le re . 32. Annual Report for Year Ending June 30, 1959 - Bureau of Electricity. 33. Specifications No. PW 8- 59 -14 - Project of Slurry Seal Treatment on Certain City Streets. BILLS: 3L. An itemized List of Claims against the City of Alameda, and the Departments thereof, in the amount of $37,293.).1, 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 Schacht moved the bills as itemized in the List of Claims filed with the City Clerk on August 18, 1959, and presented to the Council at this time, be allowed and paid. The motion was seconded by Councilman Collischonn and carried by the fol- lowing roll call vote. Ayes: Four. Noes: None. Absent: One. 4 35. At this point, Councilman Schacht remarked that the City had acted as host to the meeting of the Alameda County Mayors' Conference last Friday evening at Hotel Alameda and the Program Chairman was Mayor McCall. He complimented Mayor McCall for his outstanding job in presenting a very heavy agenda and Councilman Schacht said he believes this particular meeting brought forth fruitful efforts on the part of the Mayors of the County. ADJOURNMENT: 36. There being no further business to come before the meeting, the Council adjourned to assemble in regular session on Tuesday evening, September 1, 1959, at 7:30 o'clock. Respectfully submitted,