1958-01-07 Regular CC Minutes298
REGULAR MEETING OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ALAMEDA
HELD TUESDAY EVENING, JANUARY 7, 1958
The meeting convened at 7:30 o'clock D.M. with President McCall presiding . The
Pledge of Allegiance was lead by Councilman Freeman followed by an inspiring Invoca-
tion delivered by The Reverend Mr. Franklin Scott, Pastor, Santa Clara Avenue Metho-
dist Church.
ROLL CALL:
The roll was called and Councilmen Collischonn, Freeman, Petersen, Scha cht and
President McCall, (5), were noted present. Absent: None.
MINUTES:
1. The minutes of the regular meeting held December 17,1957, were approved as
transcribed.
WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS:
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From the South Shore Land Co., signed by Mr. Charles T. Travers, Vice President,
setting forth its position with regard to the use of flush crosswalks in its develop-
ment - and informing the Council the Stanford Research Institute has been requested
to make a study and submit a report on the matter.
The communication was referred to the file on the subject.
3. From Alaska Packers Association, signed by Mr. William Herbert Carr, Vice
President, submitting its offer to purchase approximately 33.2 acres of City-owned
land in the "Encinal Project", substantially in accordance with the general items
outlined in the letter - and suggesting the City Attorney promptly prepare the neces-
sary documents and proceedings in consultation with the Association's attorneys.
Councilman Petersen questioned the City's responsibility for the "construction and
maintenance of access roadways to properly servo the area". Mr. Weller explained
that this point, and several other phases of the situation, would require proper
interpretation and further negotiation.
There was some discussion concerning the procedure to be pursued - and the City
Attorney stated that, actually, the only action which should be taken by the Council
at this time is to direct the City Manager to continue to negotiate and work out all
problems so a plan or a final offer can be presented to the Council for its approval.
Councilman Collischonn felt the Council might go so far as to state it is in favor
of completing this transaction, all things being equal, and conditions of thwarting
the deal up to this point, can be resolved. He said an expression from the Council,
as a Body, that it is willing to continue and, ineffect, in general terms, the offer
of the Association is acceptable to the Council.
Mr. Annibale stated this would be in order.
President McCall said he is sure all members of the Council are certainly interested
in the disposal of this property, and its development by a private party.
Councilman Schacht stated he concurred with the statement of the City Attorney that
the Council ask the Administration to continue with its negotiations and bring the
final offer to the Council and then the Council can take action. He felt this is
sufficient expression for the present.
Councilman Collischonn agreed this is acceptable to him.
President McCall stated for the record that there is no objection from any member of
the Council with regard to the City Manager and City Attorney proceeding with nego-
tiations for the sale of Encinal Project. Therefore, it was so ordered.
ORAL COMMUNICATIONS:
4. Mr. Frank Gottstein, 731 Haight Avenue, called attention to the offensive odor
which had apparently been prevalent throughout the City on the preceding Sunday, and
inquired what had caused it. There seemed to be no immediate answer to what had
caused this condition but the City Engineer was asked to contact other nearby cities
to ascertain if they had a similar experience or could explain the occurrence.
Mrs. Ella May Waterbury, 338 Beach Road, stated she had sent a letter to the
City Council (from the Bay Farm Island Improvement League) just before Mr. Weller
took office as City Manager and, to the best of her knowledge, Mr. Schoenfeld has
not brought the matter before the Planning Board.
She stated her reason for appearing before the Council tonight is to call attention
to the recent windstorm which blew down many power poles along County Road. She said
that, during this time, the Fire Department was called out to fight a small fire and
the engine had to be left at the curve of the Golf Course and the firemen had to walk
in. She pointed out the fire in this case was very minor, but the situation could
have been serious as there were cars trapped between the fallen poles, and the citi-
zens were without any exit from the Island for about three hours.
Mrs. Waterbury also cited a similar incident along Mecartney Road some ten or twelve
years ago when the power poles had toppled there. At that time people were without
electricity for about twenty hours. She said these cases point up the need for
another road - not for daily use, that has not been the purpose at all in proposing
the establishment of such a road - but for emergency exit. Mrs. Waterbury said those
living on the island have always been afraid of the dike breaking and their having
no way off the Island. She said she realized the City did not want to put a road
across the Golf Course but, when it comes to the protection of life and property,
it may be more advisable to establish a road than to have a terrific catastrophe
in the future. Mrs. Waterbury concluded by urging that some action be taken on this
mat ter.
Councilman Petersen referred to the minutes of the Council meeting held September 3,
1957, and quoted therefrom as follows: "It was determined that the Planning Depart-
ment should make a definite study of the situation, to ascertain if some kind of an
emergency road could be established for access to Doolittle Road". (Planning Board
not involved)
Councilman Petersen moved a definite study of this situation be made by the Planning
Board as soon as possible, and a reminder be given it that this matter has been pend-
ing since September 3, 1957.
President McCall stated he felt a matter of this type does not have to be referred
to the Planning Board - it should be referred to the City Manager who, in turn, could
work on it in consultation with the City Engineer to ascertain if an emergency exit
can be established along the eastern perimeter of the Island to Doolittle Road, and
2 report submitted to the Council on the situation.
There being no objections, such was the order - and Councilman Petersen thereupon
withdrew his motion.
REPORTS OF COMMITTEES:
From the City Manager, recommending contract be awarded to Mr. Pete Alexander,
the only bidder, for Operating Refreshment Concessions in Washington, Lincoln, Krusi,
McKinley and Godfrey Parks, for the two-year period from January 1, 1958, through
December 31, 1959, at the price of t4,012.
Councilman Schacht moved the City Manager's recommendation be adopted; that contract
be awarded to Mr. Alexander as outlined. The motion was seconded by Councilman
Collischonn and on roll call carried by the following vote. Ayes: Five. Noes:
None. Absent: None.
7i From the City Manager, reporting all work satisfactorily completed on the pro-
ject of Installing Sanitary Sewers on High Street, north of Fernside Boulevard, and
on Calhoun Street, east of Peach Street - recommending it be accepted and the Notice
of Completion be ordered filed.
Councilman Collischonn moved the recommendation be approved; that the work on the
designated project be accepted and the Notice of Completion be filed. The motion was
seconded by Councilman Petersen and unanimously carried.
From the City Manager, reporting all work satisfactorily completed on the pro-
ject of Planting Roses, Trees and Other Shrubs at the New Municipal Golf Course -
recommending it be accepted and the Notice of Completion be ordered filed.
Councilman Petersen moved the recommendation be followed; that the work on the speci-
fic project be accepted and the Notice of Completion be filed. The motion was
seconded by Councilman Schacht and unanimously carried.
9. From the City Manager, reporting all work satisfactorily completed on the pro-
ject of Paving in the Vicinity of the New Municipal Golf Course Clubhouse - recommend-
ing it be accepted and the Notice of Completion be ordered filed.
Councilman Freeman moved the recommendation be adopted; that the work on said project
be accepted and the Notice of Completion be filed. The motion was seconded by Coun-
cilman Collischonn and unanimously carried.
10. From the City Manager, requesting authorization to dispose of certain sandblast-
ing equipment, stored at the Corporation Yard for many years, for which there is no
plan for use in the future.
Councilman Collischonn moved the City Manager be authorized to dispose of the speci-
fied equipment at the best price obtainable. The motion was seconded by Councilman
Petersen and on roll call carried by the following vote. Ayes: Five. Noes: None.
Absent: None,
11. From the City Planning Board, signed by Mr. A. Raymond Schoenfeld, Secretary,
transmitting copy of the Board's Resolution No. 32, adopted at its meeting held Decem-
ber 30, 1957, urging the Council's support of a county-wide study of freeways and streets.
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Councilman Freeman questioned the necessity of the study including Alameda since the
City was in the position of having hired an expert to establish its street patterns
and she wondered if this fact had been taken into consideration.
Upon request, Mr. Robert Venable, Assistant Planner, stated he believes the study is
an over-all survey of the streets within the county and certainly would bring out
the pattern as to how Alameda relates to these streets. The street and highway plan
the City Planning Consultant (James Campbell) has prepared for Alameda relates only
to those streets within the City.
In response to Councilman Freeman's query as to cost of this study, Mr. Weller stated
the Council might take action indicating its approval if it so desires, without any
commitment as to actually sharing the cost. He said the only figures he had seen
in this respect were by way of example and, computed on a peak mileage and popula-
tion basis, the City's cost would be something in excess of $5,000. He said he
would think the advantage of such a survey, while it is true the City is concerned
directly only with crossing bridges and going through tubes, would be to determine
what happens to traffic after it leaves the City - where it is going.
It was developed that the cost would be paid from Gasoline Tax Funds. However, the
Council felt it should know the amount involved and President McCall asked the City
Manager to submit a report on the matter.
There was some discussion as to how the Council could indicate its interest and
approval and still not commit itself to financial support at this time. It was
ascertained the matter would probably be discussed at the Mayor's Conference at its
meeting this Friday and more information could then be obtained, so it was agreed
the Council would await the City Manager's further report.
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12. From the City Planning Board, signed by Mr. A. Raymond Schoenfeld, Secretary,
recommending the reclassification of certain property of the South Shore Unit No. 1
project, from the "A" One-Family Dwelling District to the "C" Multiple Dwelling District.
In response to questions, Mr. Venable explained the situation and stated it is the
recommendation of the Planning Department as well as that of the Planning Board to
reclassify this area.
The matter was thereupon referred to "Introduction of Ordinances".
13. The Affidavit of the City Manager and Chief of Police was presented, signed by
Messrs. H. D. Weller and Floyd E. Drake, said officials, respectively, that all
moneys expended from the Police Secret Fund of the City of Alameda from July 1
through December 31, 1957, have been expended in the manner provided by Section
17-11 of the Charter.
The Affidavit was ordered filed.
14. From the City Manager, recommending the amendments to Final Map on Tract No.
1866, South Shore Unit No. 1, enumerated in the City Engineer's memorandum and shown
on the amended Map attached thereto, be accepted - as requested by the County Recorder.
The matter was referred to "Resolutions".
INTRODUCTION OF. ORDINANCES:
15. 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 Reclassifying Property by Adding
Section 86 to Ordinance No. 725, New Series."
(South Shore Unit No. 1, Tract No. 1866)
UNFINISHED BUSINESS:
16. The matter was presented concerning the request of Mesdames Ann Roth and Rosalie
Liechti, submitted to the Council at its meeting held November 5, 1957, to reduce the
width of Market Street ten feet on the east side, between San Jose Avenue and Madison
Street.
The members of the Council had been sent copies of memoranda from the City Manager
and City Engineer in which it was recommended the request be denied. It was stated
it is their belief the best interest of the abutting property owners would be served
by the abandonment of approximately three-quarters of the Market Street block between
Madison Street and San Jose Avenue, leaving only the quarter-block abutting the pro-
perties of Messrs. Perry and Lynch as a public right-of-way. This would measurably
aid in the logical development of frontages on Madison Street and San Jose Avenue,
but would retain all necessary access to the Perry and Lynch parcels until such time
as these lands, too, would be re-designed. The memoranda were accompanied by copies
of a sketch of the area.
Councilman Freeman stated that, when the proposed closing of "a portion of Market
Street had been heard by the Council previously, it had been decided that Market
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Street should always remain open. She felt the point to be determined in the present
request was whether or not the City needed the full width of the street as it exists
now. She pointed out Mr. Weller was not here at the time of the Hearing and she won-
dered if the conclusion would be the same, knowing the street was to remain open.
President McCall stated there was no action taken by the Council officially at that
time whereby the street would always remain open. He recalled that, during the dis-
cussion then, Mesdames Roth and Liechti had been in opposition to the closing of a
portion of Market Street but evidently, since that time, they have been discussing
the situation and have come to the conclusion that in the best interest of developing
their property this should be done.
Councilman Freeman stated she was more interested in the two gentlemen affected,
Messrs. Lynch and Perry, who were most concerned. She said her understanding was
that this block of Market Street would, not be closed as it is not good planning.
Councilman Petersen quoted from the minutes of the Council meeting held September 3,
1957, at which time said Hearing was had., He also mentioned that the "Resolution
Ordering the Vacation of a Portion of Market Street" had not been adopted.
Upon request, Mr. Weller stated that, in considering the request in question, he had
arrived at his conclusion quite independently of, as it turned out, a very similar
conclusion reached by the City Engineer - because it seems so evident that the pro-
perties on Madison Street to the north and San Jose Avenue to the south should be
cut this way (as shown on the sketch prepared by the Engineering Department indicat-
ing all of the properties adjacent to this block of Market Street). He explained
this would, ultimately, make the properties more valuable. Mr. Weller asked Mr.
Hanna if he had discussed this proposal with all of the abutting property owners.
Mr. Hanna replied he had discussed the matter with Mrs. Liechti, Dr. McKean and Mr.
Paul Wood. He said he had not discussed it with Mr. Perry or the Lynches recently -
but he has discussed it at great length with all of these people in previous months.
President McCall read the last paragraph of the memorandum from Mr. Hanna, dated
December 31, 1957, as follows: "It would be the City Engineer's recommendation that
the entire area of Market Street between San Jose Avenue and Madison Street be closed,
but providing for proper access to the Lynch property except that neither Manuel Perry
nor the Lynches want additional land. It is therefore recommended that three-quarters
of the said area be closed and that the westerly half of Market Street for a distance
of 100 feet south of Madison Street be left open in order to properly serve the Lynch
property and preclude complications with the Manuel Perry property•"
Councilman Petersen said he felt the matter when previously discussed had been
defeated on very resounding and convincing evidence. He thought it was a mistake
to open the matter again and discuss it with three parties and not discuss it with
the other two, and then bring it to the City Council before having discussed it with
all parties concerned.
Upon request, Mr. Hanna outlined the procedure to be followed in the matter of a
street closing, which gives every opportunity for interested parties to present their
cases. He pointed out this situation has been discussed over and over for several
years with these people and their positions are known. He referred to his memorandum
and its explanation of his recommendation in the interest of the City. He said he
feels very strongly that the closing of this portion of Market Street would be the
best move the City could make.
President McCall inquired how many lots this re-designing of property would add to
the tax rolls, to which Mr. Hanna replied it would give ninety feet of frontage, or
about two lots.
Councilman Freeman pointed out the only question before the Council at this meeting
is, Will the City give Mesdames Roth and Liechti ten extra feet?"
President McCall stated the situation in this area has been a "bone of contention"
for many years - and this is the first time Mesdames Roth and Liechti have been in
agreement to some type of change which would allow them to best develop their pro-
perty. Heretofore, they have always opposed any suggested closing of this portion
of Market Street.
Councilman Collischonn felt the Council should accept the recommendation of the City
Manager and City Engineer in this matter, as it seemed a very logical solution to
the whole problem.
Further discussion continued at great length concerning the several aspects of the
situation, i.e., width of Market Street, formation of assessment district, the atti-
tude of the several parties involved, particularly Messrs. Lynch and Perry, etcetera.
Mr. Hanna was asked to write to Mr. Lynch, sending him a copy of the sketch under
consideration and ask for his comments.
Councilman Collischonn reiterated he thought the proposal is good and the Council
should accept the recommendations. He inquired of the City Attorney as to the proper
procedure - and. Mr. Annibale stated that, if it is the Council's intent to follow the
plan of abandonment of throe-quarters of this block, it passes a Resolution of Intention.
Following that, Notices are posted and postal cards are mailed to affected property
owners. Then there is a period of twenty-one days, after which the actual resolu-
tion ordering the abandonment will come before the Council.
Mr. Annibale also pointed out, however, that the recommendation of the City Manager,
with regard to the abandonment, is that any further action be initiated by the pro-
perty owners, which would be in the form of a request to the Council to abandon some
other portion - in other words, not initiated by the Council.
Councilman Collischonn agreed the only alternative then is to attempt to contact Mr.
Lynch, explain the problem to him, either by letter or verbally, and await develop-
ments. Mr. Annibale concurred this would be an excellent solution.
President McCall stated he felt the only action the Council should take is to
instruct the City Manager to write to Messrs. Perry and Lynch, suggesting they g et
together in some kind of agreement and if they wish to initiate the suggested action
the Council will be glad to hear from them.
Councilman Freeman said she did not believe such letter is necessary. The persons
concerned should come to the Council with their request to abandon the street if
they so desire. She pointed out that, as far as the ten-foot strip is concerned,
it should be determined tonight - and if the City Engineer believes the loss of that
ten feet is detrimental to the street, she is in agreement.
Mr. Weller suggested the City should at least acknowledge the request from Mesdames
Roth and Liechti for the narrowing of Market Street and indicate the Council does
not look with favor on that particular solution but "here is an alternative plan"
and if they would like to proceed further with it they should so inform the Council.
Councilman Petersen felt that before going any further with the matter, it would be
wise for the City to see that all parties are informed before it comes to the Council
again. Mr. Weller agreed that copies of his letter should go to the other property
owners involved.
President McCall suggested the Council inspect this area and discuss the situation
with these people. He said his principal interest is in the development of lots
to be put on the tax rolls and it should be the interest and duty of the City Council
to get as much new land and improvements as it can possibly get in the community to
add to the tax base.
Following further discussion, Councilman Schacht concurred with Mr. Weller's sugges-
tion to fully inform those involved and ascertain their positions.
President McCall stated the Council could actually start abandonment proceedings and
the posting of Notices and mailing of postal cards would bring out all those con-
cerned to protect their interests, and he felt that was the action the Council should
take.
Further discussion ensued which was concluded by Councilman Schacht moving that the
persons requesting the ten-foot abandonment of Market Street be informed that their
request has been denied and that letters be sent to them and to the adjoining pro-
perty owners on Market Street concerning the suggested abandonment of three-quarters
of this block of Market Street as outlined by the City Engineer; that copies of the
sketch referred to be sent with the letter; that they be given ton days to think of
the matter and to make their views known to the City Engineer. The motion was
seconded by Councilman Collischonn and on roll call carried by the following vote.
Ayes; Five. Noes: None. Absent: None.
NEW BUSINESS:
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17. Councilman Freeman referred to a recent meeting of the Council with the Housing
Authority of the City of Alameda and stated she was quite concerned when she was told
that the money the Authority now has banked from its real estate profits is not pub-
lic funds. She asked that the City Attorney clarify this matter because, if it is
public funds, she would like to know if this money can be spent to purchase property
which has nothing to do with the Housing Authority. Councilman Freeman said this
concerns her a great deal in that the amount is 6O0,000. - and while the Authority
proposes to spend only 300,000. at this time, if it is public funds, the City
Council itself cannot authorize the purchase of property unless the fund has been
so designated. She felt there is a question here and she would like it clarified
as to whether it is public moneys that are being spent or private funds of the Hous-
ing Authority.
Councilman Freeman also felt the Chamber of Commerce might have investigated the
possibilities in that realtors could develop the property muchmore quickly than
having a Housing Authority take it over, and thus have it on the tax rolls that much
sooner.
Councilman Petersen queried of the City Attorney what the s tatus of the City Council
is under the State Health and Safety Code as to being the governing body of such
Commissions. According to the Health and Safety Code, the commissioners are nominated
by the Mayor and appointed by the City Council. Also, it is stated the Authority is
to make financial reports available to the Council - and he wondered if the Authority
prepares a budget. He inquired if it would be possible for the Council to have avail-
or
able the cost of auditing and legal services which the Authority pays, as well as the
salary of the Executive Director of the Authority and any other budget information
that can be furnished. He stated he believes the status of the Housing Authority
changed during 1955 and, if so, he asked how the City Council, as the governing body,
is affected by said changes.
Mr. Annibale said he would answer these questions at the earliest possible date.
Councilman Freeman referred to the agreement between the City and the Housing Author-
ity, dated March 9, 1954, and said there was no provision therein for the purchase
of land, per se, except Government-owned land. She asked the City Attorney to ascer-
tain if the Authority can purchase land other than for Housing Authority use.
Councilman Petersen asked that he be furnished with a copy of said agreement.
Councilman Freeman stated she would like a resolution prepared for the next meeting
to the effect that, in the event the Housing Authority is completely autonomous, the
Council could request a public hearing. She said there are other property owners in
the area who would he involved at a later date and she felt this would give them a
chance to express their feelings on the matter.
Considerable discussion ensued as to the legal status, ramifications and jurisdiction
involved in the situation. Mr. Annibale stated there is no doubt the Housing Author-
ity is a public agency which was created by the State Legislature and its funds are
public funds in the sense that the Authority is controlled by the statutes and the
Legislature and it is bound as to the extent it can utilize the funds and the sources
from which it can obtain funds. He said he thought Mr. Weller had some comment to
make about public funds - there is a distinction.
Mr. Weller stated that, at the meeting with the Authority, the question was raised
as to whether or not the members were talking about tax funds. That is quite a dif-
ferent matter. He thought the question resolves around whether or not these were
tax funds or funds belonging to the taxpayers - this is not the same thing as public
funds.
In response to Councilman Freeman's questions as to who had requested the Federal
Government to relinquish the housing projects, Mr. Annibale replied that the Housing
Authority had requested relinquishment of the particular lands over which it had
authority and control - but in the case of Encinal Housing Project it was defin-
itely requested by the City.
Councilman Freeman felt this would throw a different light on the matter in that the
Council had requested the transfer to the City of Alameda, it would seem the Council
would then almost have control, except for an autonomous body that is going to con-
trol it for the Council. She asked the City Attorney to check on this.
President McCall suggested to Mr. Annibale that, for the sake of clarification,
copies of the legislative act which created the Housing Authority and all laws per-
taining thereto be sent to the members of the Council for their information.
He explained the Authority was formed under a legislative act. At ono time the
Authority was under the Federal Housing Administration but now it is strictly a
Housing Authority of the City of Alameda - the Federal Government is no longer
involved. He said that, on the other hand, the City has a civic body appointed by
the Council and the only time the City would get any of its funds would be when that
commission is dissolved and its complete assets would be returned to the City of
Alameda.
Councilman Freeman also asked that Mr. Weller notify the Chamber of Commerce there
is a possibility this land in question is going up for sale and private realtors
might be interested in the development of it.
Councilman Collischonn said he thought the Council is presumptuous, because it does
not know if the property is going to be put up for sale. He felt the whole concern
of the Council is a little premature. He referred to the meeting with the Authority
at which time the Chairman had stated he would certainly explore the possibilities
of a sale for the land before he would recommend to his Board of Directors that the
Authority purchase it. He said he now understands, from reading the newspapers,
that the Authority is proceeding with an appraisal. He said ho assumed the appraisal
is being made by Alameda realtors. He felt it was commendable that Councilman
Freeman should want to determine whether or not the Authority's money is public funds
and he thought Mr. Annibale would have all pertinent information for the Council in
the near future. He said, however, he did not think the Authority has comnitted
itself to buying that land - it has committed itself to investigate the possibility.
He felt it has a very sincere desire to see that property developed and developed as
quickly as possible for the benefit of the West End merchants, and the benefit of
the whole area. He said he did not like to hear statements made that might imply
there is something not just right about this whole deal.
RESOLUTIONS:
18. The following resolution was introduced by Councilman Petersen, who moved its
adoption:
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"Resolution No. 5733
Approving Amendment to the Final Map of That Certain
Subdivision Known as Unit No. 1, South Shore, Tract
No. 1866, Submitted by Utah. Construction Company,
South Shore Land Co. and South Shore Center, inc."
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.
19. The following resolution was introduced by Councilman Collischonn, who moved
its adoption:
"Resolution No. 5734
Authorizing Execution of Modification of Agreement
Between the City of Alameda and Renard Catering
Service, Relating to the Golf Course Clubhouse
Restaurant Concession."
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.
20. The following resolution was introduced by Councilman Schacht, who moved its
adoption:
"Resolution No. 5735
In Memoriam to Mrs. Hazel Gates Foletti
"WITH HEARTFELT GRIEF, the Council of the City of Alameda records
the death of one of its former employees, MRS. HAZEL GATES FOLETTI, who
had served the City as Clerk of the Alameda Municipal Court from October,
1943, through December, 1951, and then the County in the same capacity
through December, 1952.
"WHEREAS, Mrs. Foletti had re-organized therecords of the Court
Clerk's Office and had established a most proficient procedure in handling
the Court cases; and
"WHEREAS, the sudden and untimely death of Mrs. Foletti has been a
great shock and has saddened her many friends in the community.
"NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that, in recognition of her excellent
performance of her duties and her very gracious personality, the Council
of the City of Alameda hereby expresses its sense of personal loss and its
gratitude to Mrs. Foletti for her verycapable service to the City and the
spirit of friendliness exemplified by her, which engendered the highEsteem
in which she was held by all of her associates.
"BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that this Resolution be spread in full upon
the minutes of this meeting, and a copy thereof be forwarded to the family
of Mrs. Foletti, that it may extend to its members a sincere expression of
sympathy and condolence in their bereavement; 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 MRS.
HAZEL GATES FOLETTI."
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.
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21. "Resolution No. 5736
Resolution of the Council of the City of Alameda
Stating Its Opposition to the Pacific Gas and
Electric Company's Proposal for 'Partnership' in
The Construction of the Trinity River Project
And its Power Generating Facilities."
President McCall submitted this resolution for the Council's consideration and ex-
plained that Mr. Weller and he had attended a meeting of the Northern California
Municipal Electric Association, this date, at which time a similar resolution had
been adopted. He stated there is to be a hearing on this matter in Washington, D.C.
on January 20, and it has been requested that Mr. Weller, as President of the Asso-
ciation, Mr. Keithley, City Manager of Palo Alto, and the Mayor of Redding, attend
said hearing.
Councilman Schacht introduced the resolution and moved its adoption. The motion was
seconded by Councilman Freeman. Following some discussion on the question, the reso-
lution was adopted on the following roll call vote. Ayes: Councilmen Freeman,
Schacht and President McCall, (3). Noes: Councilmen Collischonn and Petersen, (2).
Absent: None.
President McCall thereupon declared all of the foregoing resolutions duly adopted and
passed.
ORDINANCES FOR PASSAGE:
22. "Ordinance No. 1258,
New Series
An Ordinance Reclassifying Property by Adding Section 85
to Ordinance No. 725, New Series." (South side of Buena
Vista Avenue, between Benton and Arbor Streets)
Councilman Schacht moved the ordinance be adopted as read. The motion was seconded
by Councilman Collischonn and on roll call carried by the following vote. Ayes:
Councilmen Collischonn, Schacht and President McCall, (3). Noes: Councilmen Freeman
and Petersen, (2). Absent: None.
23.
"Ordinance No. 1259,
New Series
An Ordinance Amending the Alameda Municipal Code by
Adding Subdivisions (29), (30), and (31) to Section
17-3h2, Relating to Two-Hour Parking Limit."
(Encinal Avenue, east of nigh Street).
Councilman Petersen moved the ordinance be adopted as read. The motion was seconded
by Councilman Schacht and on roll call carried by the following vote. Ayes: Five,
Noes: None. Absent: None.
24. At this time, Councilman Schacht referred to a memorandum from the City Attorney
to the Councilmen, informing them that Section 15-612 of the Alameda Municipal Code
prohibits the disposal of rubbish on public or private property. He said he felt this
gives sufficient enforcement power to relieve the complaints concerning debris being
thrown around, as was brought up by Mr. Gottstein at the last meeting. He was sure
the Administrative Staff is doing all it can to catch those who "litter" the community.
25, Councilman Collischonn spoke of the serious accident this morning when a woman
skidded on the Fruitvale Bridge, had broken through the guard rail and had dropped
into the Estuary. He inquired if the Council could make an official request of the
U. S. Corps of Engineers to take some steps to avoid such a situation in the future.
President McCall pointed out the City, together with other public agencies, has made
many requests for a new, four-lane bridge or at least some improvements, but with
no satisfactory results.
It was agreed the City Manager should forward the newspaper pictures and articles of
the accident to our Congressmen. It was so ordered.
FILING:
26. Modification of Contract - Between City and Renard Catering Service, re
Operation of Restaurant at Golf Course.
27. Financial Statement - Bureau of Electricity, as of November 30, 1957 -
Verified by George A. Hackleman & Co.
BILLS:
28. An itemized List of Claims against the City of Alameda, and the Departments thereof
in the total amount of 824,990.88, 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 January 7, 1958, 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.
29. At this point, President McCall stated it has now been confirmed that the Alameda
Reserve Training Station (U. S. Maritime School) has been declared surplus property
and if it is not taken by any of the other public agencies eligible, the Government
will put it up for public auction. He also mentioned that Bethlehem Shipyard of
Alameda and Kaiser Plant No. 3 of Richmond are also being declared surplus and he
felt this is just the beginning of action to get these properties back on the tax
rolls of cities. President McCall referred also to the eight areas on Bay Farm Island,
owned by the City but leased to the Federal Government for military purposes - and to
the situation of Moore Dry Dock Company on the Estuary, between Grand and Walnut Streets,
on which the City receives only personal property taxes, due to its being leased to the
U, S. Navy. He felt every effort should be made to get all of this property back on
the tax rolls of the City.
ADJOURNMENT:
30. President McCall asked that all stand for a moment of silence in respect to the
memory of Mrs. Hazel Gates Foletti, and the Council so adjourned - to assemble in
regular session on Tuesday evening, January 21, 1958, at 7:30 o'clock.
Respectfully submitted,
Clerk