1957-06-04 Regular CC MinutesREGULAR MEETING OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ALAMEDA
HELD TUESDAY EVENING, JUNE 4, 1957
The meeting convened at 7:30 o'clock p.m., with President McCall presiding. The
Pledge of Allegiance was lead by Councilman Freeman, after which the Reverend Mr.
Ronald O. Clarke, Associate Minister of the First Presbyterian Church, delivered a
most inspiring Invocation.
ROLL CALL:
The roll was called and Councilmen Freeman, Haag, Petersen and President McCall,
(4), were noted present. Absent: None.
MINUTES:
1. The minutes of the regular meeting held May 21, 1957, were approved as transcribed.
OPENING OF BIDS:
2" question was raised as to whether, in cases where single bids were submitted,
that bid should be rejected, unopened, and returned to the bidder, in accordance with
the policy recently adopted by the Council. The City Attorney, on questioning,
stated the bid should be opened and read, although the Council reserves the right
to reject any or all bids, or to amend its policy.
3. One bid was opened and read for the Installation of House Laterals during the
fiscal year ending June 30, 1958, in accordance with. Specifications, Special Provi-
sions and Plans therefor, No. PW 5-57-11, as follows:
From Manuel Enos
Accompanied by a Bid Bond
Schedules A, B plus C
Schedules A plus B
Schedules A plus C
Schedule A, Total
- - - A 9,045.
_ _ 6,495.
8,775.
6,225.
4s.l Three bids were opened and read for the Repair of Portland Cement Concrete Side-
walk, Driveway, Curb and Gutter for the fiscal year ending June 30, 1958, in accord-
ance with Specifications, Special Provisions and Plans therefor, No. PW 5-57-15, as
follows:
From Angelo C. Sposeto
Accompanied by a Bid Bond
Item 1
Item 2
Item 3
Item 4
Item 5
.50 per square foot
.55
lineal "
.70 " square "
From Lino J. Lorenzetti
Accompanied by certified check in amount of - - 400.50
Item 1 - - .... .45 per square foot
Item 2 _ _ .50 " 11 tt
Item 3 - .55
Item 4 - - - 1.60 " lineal "
Item 5 - .55 " square IT
From Harold W. Smith
Accompanied by a Bid Bond
Item 1
Item 2
Item 3 .
Item )4.
Item 5
- .44 per square foot
- _ - .48
.60 " tt if
- 1.60 " lineal "
_ _ .56 " square "
5. Two bids were opened and read for the Resurfacing and Repair of Asphalt and
Bituminous Pavement for the fiscal year ending June 30, 1958, in accordance with
Specifications, Special Provisions and Plans therefor, No. PW 5-57-16, as follows:
From Gallagher & Burk, Inc. - - A54,825.
Accompanied by a Bid Bond
From Independent Construction Co. - 55,125.
Accompanied by a Bid Bond
6: Five bids were opened and read for the project of Furnishing or Furnishing and
Installing of Kitchen Equipment for the New Golf Course Club House Restaurant, in
accordance with Specifications, Special Provisions and Plans therefor, No. Ple 5-57-17,
as follows:
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From Food Service Equipment Co.
Accompanied by certified check in amount of
Alternate B
Alternate D
From John Sardell & Sons, Inc.
Accompanied by a Bid Bond
Alternate B
Alternate D
From East Bay Restaurant Supply Co.
No bond furnished
Alternate B
Alternate D
From M. L. Chaban Co.
Accompanied by certified check in amount of -
Alternate B -
Alternate D
From Dohrmann Hotel Supply Co.
Accompanied by certified check in amount of -
Alternate B
Alternate D
MD MN. 4110
$ 790.40
7,904.00
no quote
7,803.50
no quote
9,238.11
no quote
893.32
8,933.19
no quote
1,200.00
9,845.00
11,045.00
7 One bid was received on legal advertising for the fiscal year ending June 30,
1958, from the Alameda Times -Star, as follows:
First insertion
Second and subsequent insertions
Legal notices of over 400 squares
ON* OM MOO
1.75 per square
1.25 "
1.20 "
8. Six bids were opened and read for Furnishing Automobile and Truck Tires and
Tubes for the fiscal year ending June 30, 1958, in accordance with Specifications
and Provisions therefor, No. MS 5 -57 -9, as follows:
From Sears, Roebuck & Co.
Accompanied by cashier's check in amount of -
From Art's Super Service
Accompanied by check in amount of
Oa ONO OM
From James E. Stevens, dba Steve's Service
Automobile Tires and Tubes
Truck Tires and Tubes - - -
Accompanied by Bank of America Money Order for - -
From Everett Street Service Station
Automobile Tires
Truck Tires. and Tubes
Automobile Tubes
Accompanied by certified check in amount of -
From Ray Calandri Service
Automobile Tiros and Tubes
Truck Tires and Tubes, 7.50 and smaller
8.25 and larger -
Accompanied by certified check in amount of -
From Laher Spring & Tire Corporation
Automobile Tires and Tubes -
Truck Tires and Tubes
Accompanied by certified check in amount of - -
35% off List Prices
8 250.00
4O% off List Prices
250.00
44% off List Prices
5h% off List Prices
250.00
48% off List Prices
52% off List Prices
52% off List Prices
250.00
30% off List Prices
35% off List Prices
37i% " List Prices
250.00
50% off List Prices
50%, less 5%
250.00
9. Six bids were opened and read for Furnishing Non - Premium and Ethyl Gasoline
for the fiscal year ending June 30, 1958, in accordance with Specifications and Pro -
visions therefor, No. MS 5- 57 -10, as follows:
From Standard Oil Company of California
Accompanied by certified check in amount of -
No.n- Premium, 40 to 199 gals.
200 to 399
400 to 2000
40 to 199 gals.
200 to 399
400 to 2000
From Union Oil Company of California
Accompanied by certified check in amount of
Non- Premium, 40 to 199 gals.
200 to 399
400 to 2000
Ethyl
500.00
.2172 per gallon
.2122
.2072
- .2442
- .2392
.2342
mow gm
IlOra ONO
500.00
.231 per gallon
.226
.221
Ethyl
40 to 199 gals.
200 to 399
400 to 2000
From &hell Oil Company
Accompanied by a Bid Bond
Non-Premium, 40 to 199 gals.
200 to 399
400 to 2000
Ethyl 40 to 199 gals.
200 to 399
400 to 2000
From Signal Oil Company
Accompanied by a Bid Bond
Non-Premium, 40 to 199 gals.
200 to 399
400 to 2000
Ethyl 40 to 199 gals.
200 to 399
400 to 2000
From Richfield Oil Company
Accompanied by certified check in amount of
Non-Premium, 40 to 199 gals.
200 to 399
400 to 2000
Ethyl 40 to 199 gals.
200 to 399
400 to 2000
From Tidewater Oil Company
Accompanied by certified check in amount of -
Non-Premium, )40 to 199 gals.
200 to 399
400 to 2000
40 to 199 gals.
200 to 399
400 to 2000
. 273 per gallon
.268
. 263
.2034 per gallon
. 1984
.1934
.2309
.2259
- .2209
IMO
Ethyl
WOO •■••• •••••
.2094 per gallon
.2044
.1994
• 2354
.2304
.2254
500.00
.216 per gallon
.211
.206
.238
.233
.228
500.00
. 2065 per gallon
.2015
.1965
• 2304
.2254
.2204
10. Seven bids were opened and road for Furnishing Automotive Batteries for the fis-
cal year ending June 30, 1958, in accordance with Specifications and Provisions there-
for, No. MS 5-57-11, as follows:
From Art's Super Service
Accompanied by check in amount of
From Sears, Roebuck and Co.
Accompanied by check in amount of
From James E. Stevens, dba Steve's Service - - -
Accompanied by Bank of America Money Order inemount o
From Scott-Meehan Company
Accompanied by cashier's check in amount of -
-et
From-Everett Street Service Station
Accompanied by certified check in amount of -
From Ray Calandri Service
Accompanied by certified check in amount of -
From Laher Spring & Tire Corp.
Accompanied by certified check in amount of -
35% off List Prices
$ 50.00
35% off List Prices
50.00
47% off List Prices
50.00
51% off List Prices
50.00
Various discounts
50.00
35% off List Prices
50.00
50% off List Prices
50.00
11. Five bids were opened and read for Furnishing Traffic Paint and Thinner for the
fiscal year ending June 30, 1958, in accordance with Specifications and Provisions
therefore, No. MS 5-57-12, as follous:
From R. N. Nason & Co.
Accompanied by certified check in amount of -
White
Red
Yellow
Thinner
100.00
10.85 per 5 gals.
20.25
13.65
3.60
From W. P. Fuller & Co.
Accompanied by certified check in amount of - - - 100.00
White V* - .00 11.08 per 5 gals.
Red - - 22.78
Yellow - 13.78
Thinner .81 per gal.
From Frank W. liunne Co.
Accompanied by certified check in amount of - - - 100.00
White - - - 11.18 per 5 gals.
Red - - - 16.80
Yellow - - - 15.4
Thinner - - - .58 per gal -.
in 5 gals.
From Alameda Color Center
Accompanied by certified check in amount of - - - 100.00
White - - 9.80 per 5 gals.
Red - - 15.80
Yellow - - - 13.15
Thinner - - - .45 per gal.
From Pacific Paint & Varnish Co.
Accompanied by a Bid Bond
White
Red
Yellow
Thinner
in 5 gals.
10.20 per 5 gals.
16.50
13.00
.82 per gal.
.67 1s "
1 . Two bids were opened and read for Furnishing Medium Curing Plant -mixed Surfac-
ing Paving Mixtures for the fiscal year ending June 30, 1958, according to Specifica-
tions and Provisions therefor, No. MS 5- 57 -13, as follows:
From Independent Construction Co. - - - 6.30 per ton
Accompanied by a Bid Bond
From Gallagher & Burk, Inc. - - - 6.15 per ton
Accompanied by certified check in amount of - - - 1,00 0.00
13. One bid was received and read for Furnishing Portland Cement Concrete Transit
Mix for the fiscal year ending June 30, 1958, in accordance with Specifications and
Provisions therefor, No. MS 5- 57 -14, as follows:
From Powell Bros., Inc.
Accompanied by certified check in amount of - - -
Item 1 - - -
Item 2 - - -
Item 3 -
Item 4 _ -
478.33
14..82 per cu.yd.
13.79
13.90
12.88
14. Two bids were opened and read for Furnishing Quarry Waste and Earth Fill at the
City Dump for the fiscal year ending June 30, 1958, in accordance with Specifica-
tions and Provisions therefor, No. MS 5- 57 -15, as follows:
From Corrie Bros., Inc.
Accompanied by cashier's check in amount of - - - 500.00
Item (a) - - - 1.2487 per ton
Item (b) - - - 1.1477
From Gallagher & Burk, Inc.
Accompanied by certified check in amount of - - - 2,000.00
Item (a) - - - 1.15 per ton
Item (b) - - - 1.05
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15. One bid was opened and read for Furnishing Parking Meters for the fiscal year
ending June 30, 1958, in accordance with Specifications and Provisions therefor, No.
MS 5- 57 -16, from Duncan Parking Meter Corporation, in the amount of 43,060.66 net.
The proposal was accompanied by a Bid Bond.
16. One bid was opened and read for Furnishing Topsoil for the fiscal year ending
June 30, 1958, in accordance with Specifications and Provisions therefor, No. MS
5- 57 -17, from Marjorie Patterson, Newark, California, in the amount of 42.54 per yard.
The proposal was accompanied by a certified check in the amount of 1508.
17. Two bids were opened and read for Furnishing One "Ryan" Model -CDVI, or equal,
15 -inch Sod Cutter with Automatic Cut Off, in accordance with Specifications and
Provisions therefor, No. MS 5- 57 -18, as follows:
From California Toro Company - - -
Accompanied by certified check in amount of
From H. V. Carter Co., Inc.
Accompanied by certified check in amount of - - -
1,069.69
125.00
995.00
100.00
184 . Six bids were opened and read for Furnishing Four Portable Water Pumps with
Suction and Discharge Hoses, in accordance with Specifications and Provisions there-
for, No. MS 5- 57 -19, as follows:
From George E. Swett & Co. - - - 4 1,564.64
Accompanied by certified check in amount of - - - 156.46
From Pacific Pumping Company
Accompanied by a Bid Bond
1,566.00
From Pacific Pump & Supply Co. - - P5 1,408.00
Accompanied by certified check in amount of - - - 146.43
From Jacuzzi Bros., Inc. - - 512.72
Accompanied by certified check in amount of - - 51.27
From Homelite - - - 1,806.73
Accompanied by check in amount of - - 181.00
From Standard Machinery Co. - 2,292.22
Accompanied by a Bid Bond
All of the foregoing bids were referred to the City Manager for review and recom-
mendation.
WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS:
19. From the following, requesting consideration be given to the name of Attorney
Richard P. Schacht for the vacancy on the City Council: Barbara Blevins, 2232 Santa
Clara Avenue; Sophie Bennett, 20324 Clinton Avenue; Robert J. Bennett, 2216B Santa
Clara Avenue.
These letters were acknowledged and referred to the file on this subject.
20. From R. E. Cassani, D. D.S., 2242 Santa Clara Avenue, endorsing Mr. Thomas Craig
for the Council vacancy.
This communication, also, was acknowledged and referred to the file.
21. From the Key System, signed by Mr. E. Sam Davis, Traffic Engineer, advising new
schedules authorized by the Public Utilities Commission on bus lines "0", "W" and
No. 79, which is the Bay Farm Island-High Street line, are programmed to become
effective Sunday, June 16, 1957.
The communication was noted and ordered filed.
22. From Plibrico Sales & Service Co., 11836 San Pablo Avenue, El Cerrito, request-
ing that the Council give consideration to changing the Municipal Code as pertains
to the subject of the incineration of garbage.
The communication described the product of the Company, and stated a local firm wishes
-to install one of the incinerators for the purpose of burning paper cartons which will
contain a certain amount of crust from the manufacture of pastries. It is their
understanding that this use is not permissible under present regulations in the City
of Alameda.
This matter was referred to the City Manager for further study, and report.
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23. From George H. and Frances K. Payne, 1262 Weber Street, concerning a grant of
easement tendered them for signature in connection with drainage of the South Shore
area.
It was stated the grant calls for not only that portion of their property which lies
south of the sea wall, but also an area about fifteen feet north of the wall and
would pass directly through their home. It was requested that the City Attorney
review the matter and take steps to rectify the situation or advise them of the date
of Court proceedings in order that they might prepare a defense.
Mr. Annibale stated he had spoken to Mr. Payne and informed him the City had no desire
to take any upland property for storm drainage. He said he understood from a con-
versation with Utah Construction Company's attorney that there had been a clerical
error made in describing the moperty involved, which had brought about this situa-
tion. He suggested he be authorized to reply to the letter from Mr. and Mrs. Payne.
24. An application was submitted from G. F. and Daisy F. Burk, for a Permit to Fill,
by truck dumping of 20,000 cubic yards of material to be hauled from various excava-
tion jobs, certain lands situated in the vicinity of Mecartney Road, westerly from
County Road, on Bay Farm Island. A bond in the amount of $5,000. was submitted with
the application.
Councilman Petersen expressed a desire to have more information on this matter, as
he believed the Council should be apprised of conditions which will exist in the area.
The City Engineer, on request, stated Gallagher & Burk, Inc., has acquired a number
of acres of inundated area northerly from Mecartney Road and west of the levee. They
propose to fill the area with excess materials from other projects to raise the eleva-
tion from the present elevation of Mecartney Road of plus 2.0 to begin at plus 3.0
and rise above plus 4.0 at the northerly property line. Mr. Hanna said there is
nothing in the area except three drainage ditches which they are bonded to maintain
open to the satisfaction of the City.
It was the decision of the Council that this matter should be laid over in order that
it might be furnished complete information.
At this point, Councilman Petersen stated, in connection with additional items placed
on the agenda, he would not act on items on which information had not been furnished
to the Council.
President McCall inquired of the City Manager if it is the obligation of the City
to grant this type of permit. Mr. Froerer replied it has not been the practice to
forward this type of information to the Council. When the project is completed, the
City Engineer makes a report to the Council and a recommendation, if the work has
been satisfactorily completed, that the owner be released from his bond. He sug-
gested, however, if the Council desires to receive information on the application,
this could be done. It was so ordered.
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25. From the Board of Trustees of Reclamation District No. 2087, enclosing copies
of its resolutions approving Estimates Nos. 14 and 15 and authorizing issuance of
Demand Warrants for deposit in "Reclamation District's Trust Account ", and request-
ing Council approval of Demand Warrants Nos. 102, 47, 48 and 49, in the respective
amounts of $1,000., 810,036.29, $1,000. and 819,779.
This matter was referred to "Resolutions ".
26( From necla.mation District No. 2087, signed by E. C. Mower, Secretary, referring
to a joint meeting set for Thursday, June 6, with the Council and the Trustees of
the Reclamation District. It is the purpose of the Trustees, according to the
letter, to request that the City exercise its powers of condemnation to acquire ease-
ments needed for the lagoon system to be created as part of the South Shore development.
It was stated extensive effort has been made to obtain the necessary easements from
the landowners concerned, on a voluntary basis, but this means of acquisition has
been unsuccessful to date with respect to several parcels. No further progress can
be made in the installation of improvements until the City's requirement of the
necessary easements has been met. Since there is no possible challenge of the City's
right to acquire the necessary easements under its condemnation powers, it was
requested that the City give its assistance by exercising those powers.
Copies of the letter had been furnished to members of the Council and, it was stated,
they could be perused before the hour of the meeting on Thursday evening.
ORAL COMMUNICATIONS:
27. Mr. Frank Gottstein, 731 Haight Avenue, spoke of the intention of the City to
employ a consultant on the hiring of a successor to the City Manager. He had never
seen this done in the City before, and stated he believed the City Engineer should
be appointed to the position. He believed when a man is accustomed to the City's
problems it makes for a better situation.
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28. Mrs. James Wiley, 1232 St. Charles Street, asked to speak on the transfer of
funds on the Golf Course. She vas informed the opportunity would be provided in
connection with the adoption of the resolution on the subject, later in the meeting.
HEARINGS:
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9 The matter of abating public nuisances - dilapidated buildings (arks) known
as: 2411, 24092, 24072 and 2407 Harrison Avenue, continued from the meeting of
May 21, 1957.
The City Attorney stated these Hearings would be held at the next regular meeting
of the Council, to be held June 18, 1957. It was so ordered.
REPORTS OF COMMITTEES:
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30. From the City Manager, submitting "A Development Plan for a City Park at the
Alameda Refuse Dump Site" to provide for disposal of garbage for about four years,
along the northerly side of Doolittle Drive. It was stated, if this method is
adopted, it will be unnecessary to install a levee, which would cost $12,064.
Councilman Petersen asked if the particular piece of property is to be allocated
for park use exclusively, or if it is elastic. Mr. Froerer, on request, stated the
Council has in its control doing anything it wishes to do with the land. It could
be developed into a beautiful park, however, through the means suggested. He said
the land has been designated as a park site for some years and this is just a
means of reclaiming it.
Councilman Haag asked, when this land was considered for future park and recrea-
tion grounds, if it was taken into consideration that Krusi Park existed and Godfrey
Park was to be enlarged. Mr. Froerer replied this had been considered. He said
this action is forced in order to get this disposal area isolated from the Bay Farm
Island residences. Mr. Froerer said this will provide a fill area for approximately
three years if the Southern Crossing right -of -way is taken, or four years if this
fact does not prove true.
Councilman Haag stated he would be in favor of saving the approximately $12,000. and
filling the land, and deciding in four years what will be done with it.
Councilman Petersen thereupon moved this particular land be filled in the manner
specified, and the use of it be held in abeyance until fiEing is completed. The
motion was seconded by Councilman Haag and on roll call carried by the following
vote. Ayes: Four. Noes: None. Absent: None.
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31. From the City Manager, in connection with the foregoing matter, recommending all
bids for construction of the levee, under Specifications, Special Provisions and Plans
therefor, No. PW 5-57-14, be rejected.
Councilman Haag moved the recommendation of the City Manager be followed; that the
specified bids be rejected and all bid bonds and checks be returned. The motion was
seconded by Councilman Petersen and on roll call carried by the following vote. Ayes:
Four. Noes: None. Absent: None.
32. From the Mayor, City Manager and City Auditor, submitting a report on the Count
of Money held May 22, 1957, showing the sum of $3,183,475.17 in the City Treasury.
The report was noted and ordered filed.
33. From the City Manager, recommending contract be awarded to Gallagher & Burk, Inc.,
the low bidder, for the project of Realignment of the Northwest Corner of Park Street
and Buena Vista Avenue, for a price of A1,152.50.
Councilman Petersen moved the recommend tion of the City Manager be accepted and that
the contract be awarded to Gallagher & Burk, Inc., for the specified project at a
price of A12152.50 and that bid bonds and checks be returned to the unsuccessfal bid-
ders. The motion was seconded by Councilman Haag and on roll call carried by the
following vote. Ayes: Four. Noes: None. Absent: None.
3Lr. From the City Manager, recommending contract be awarded to Oliver DeSilva, low
bidder, for the project of Grading and Paving at Krusi Park, at a price of $9,082.46.
Councilman Freeman moved the recommendation of the City Manager be followed; that
the stipulated contract be awarded to Oliver DeSilva at the price of A9,082.46 and
that bid bonds and checks be returned to the unsuccessful bidders. The motion was
seconded by Councilman Petersen and on roll call carried by the following vote. Ayes:
Four. Noes: None. Absent: None.
35. From the City Manager, recommending contract be awarded to Surveyors Service
Co., the low bidder, for furnishing to the City one Theodolite at a price of P1,257.88.
Councilman Haag moved the recommendation of the City Manager be adopted; that the
contract on the Theodolite be awarded to the specified firm at the price noted,
and that all bid bonds and checks be returned to the unsuccessful bidders. The
motion was seconded by Councilman Freeman and on roll call carried by the following
vote. Ayes: Four. Noes: None. Absent: None.
36. From the City Manager, recommending acceptance of the proposal submitted by
Ader and Mathebat, Agents for an insurance policy underwritten by the Insurance Com-
pany of North. America, for the premium of $9,374.44 for a five-year term.
Councilman Haag moved the recommendation of the City Manager be adopted; that the
insurance policy be accepted as submitted by Ader and Mathebat on the policy under-
written by the Insurance Company of North America, at the premium as stated for a
five-year term. The motion was seconded by Councilman Freeman and on roll call
carried by the following vote. Ayes: Four. Noes: None. Absent: None,
37. From the City Manager, recommending contract be awarded to Renard Catering
Service, the high bidder for the five-year period, for operating the Refreshment
Concessions at the New Municipal Golf Course, at the rate of 11% of the gross receipts.
The Clerk read a letter from Smith and Parrish, Attorneys at Law, stating their client,
John Rapposelli, had interpreted the specifications as calling for only one proposal.
They requested that either (1) all bids be rejected to allow Mr. Rapposelli a chance
to comply with what is apparently the City's desire, or (2) that Mr. Rapposelli be
allowed to submit a bid on the five-year basis, inasmuch as he had quoted only on the
ten-year period.
The City Attorney, on request, stated the letter indicated there was possibly a mis-
understanding on the part of thaprospective bidder. He did not agree with the
position taken. He understood the error was made in good faith, but there was no
misunderstanding on the part of the other bidders. A bid could be made on Proposals
No. 1 or No. 2, or both, and the Council had the right to accept No. 1, No. 2, or
to reject.
Councilman Petersen then moved the recommendation of the City Manager be followed,
that the subject contract be awarded to Renard Catering Service, the high bidder,
for the five-year period, at the rate of 11% of the gross receipts. The motion was
seconded by Councilman Haag and on roll call carried by the following vote. Ayes:
Four. Noes: None. Absent: None.
38. From the City Planning Board, transmitting copy of its Resolution No. 28, with
regard to a Regional Planning District for the San Francisco Bay Area, and explain-
ing subsequent action of the Legislature.
It had been requested that the letter be read in full for the Council's information.
It was stated that Assemblyman Bruce Allen, author of AB 1647 has indicated he will
not press for passage of AB 1647 at this Legislature session but will sponsor a
District Planning Law Bill, AB 3860. This latter Bill has been introduced by Mr.
Allen.
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Councilman Petersen asked if cities have taken a tentative stand on this matter. Mr.
Froerer replied he had not had the opportunity to become informed on the new Bill.
Councilman Petersen then requested that time be allowed to look into the subject
before any action is taken on it, and moved the matter be placed aside until the
Council is better informed. Councilman Freeman seconded the motion, which was
unanimously carried.
39. From the City Manager, requesting that, under provisions of Section 3 -15 of the
City Charter, the Council authorize the purchase in the open market of furnishings
for the New Golf Course Club House, in order to have the Club House ready for its
dedication on June 28, 1957.
Councilman Haag inquired of Councilman Freeman as to the latest developments on the
furnishings for the Club House. Councilman Freeman replied, as far as she knew,
if such things as appliances can be omitted and the money spent on decorating only,
the costs will meet the budget figure. Councilman Petersen asked the estimated cost
of the carpeting and Councilman Freeman replied this could vary from 52.40 to around
$36.00 per yard, not installed in either case. Originally, ittad been planned not to
put a rug in the "pro" shop but the decision, later, had been it might be wise to do
so. She stated a Nylon rug, considered almost indestructible, had been tested.
Councilman Freeman went on to say she had a rough draft of figures for review by the
Council, and these would include the installation cost.
Councilman Petersen stated he was thinking oftaving the floor treated, adding this
has been done on several similar projects. He said the contractor on the Club House,
John H. Buestad, has worked on projects where this method was used and may be able
to determine whether this could be done more cheaply than installing a rug. This
was satisfactory to Councilman Freeman, if the cost of the carpeting can be saved.
She stated it is admittedly a problem, and the Committee would be happy to receive
any suggestions.
The City Engineer was requested to secure information on the subject, in which Coun-
cilman Petersen asked that he include data on treatment of the floor. Mr. Hanna
stated he would have this for Thursday evening's informal meeting.
The City Manager pointed out the emergency situation involved in the matter and that
authorization is needed at this meeting to purchase these furnishings on the open
market, in order to accomplish the work before the opening date. It was stated the
action could be taken and the desired information still be obtained for examination
Thursday evening.
Councilman Petersen then moved the City Manager's request be granted, that authori-
zation be given to purchase the necessary furnishings on the open market, at a cost
not to exceed X57,000., in view of great necessity and urgency requiring immediate'
action. The motion was seconded by Councilman Haag and on roll call carried by the
following vote. Ayes: Four. Noes: None. Absent: None.
40. From the City Manager, requesting permission to transfer certain items now in
the City Hall to the Historical Society for its collection. To a question by Coun-
cilman Freeman as to whether the library desires to have these items, Mr. Froerer
replied there are included early model mimeograph machines, and Mrs. Theodora L.
Killinger, Librarian, and Mr. Joseph L. Durein, President of the Historical Society,
had indicated the Society would definitely like to have the items.
Councilman Freeman then moved the request be granted to transfer these items to the
Historical Society. The motion was seconded by Councilman Petersen and unanimously
carried.
1. From the City Manager, with regard to the Revised Plan for the Washington Park
area, as a portion of the Alameda Outline Master Plan, as indicated on a drawing
attached. In connection with the site plan to be designed by Mr. Ralph W. Jones,
Landscape Architect, it was stated it is necessary that exact boundaries of the area
involved be reaffirmed and officially approved by a description acceptable to the
City Council.
Councilman Petersen moved that the exact boundaries of the Washington Park area be
reaffirmed and officially approved, as stated. The motion was seconded by Council-
man Haag and unanimously carried.
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42. From the City Manager, submitting a report from the Bureau of Electricity on
the installation of electric outlets on electroliers on Park and Webster Streets.
He stated it is feasible to make this installation on Park Street, at an approximate
cost of 13,150., but it is impractical in the case of Webster Street electroliers.
Councilman Freeman inquired if this expense would be considered an item of advertising
for the City. The City Manager replied this would be a capital improvement item.
The money would have to be budgeted for the specific purpose.
The letter was therefore referred to the Budget file.
Mr. C. Phillip Nutzman, General Manager of the Chamber of Commerce, inquired why
the outlets could not be installed on Webster Street. Mr. Froerer explained the
construction of. the Park Streets lights, in which installation conduit was used, is
such that additional connections can be brought up through the tube of the light
standard. The Webster Street lights have been in for many years and are of a type
that does not permit this to be done.
Councilman Petersen asked who pays for the cost of lighting in connection with this
project, on Webster Street. Mr. Froerer explained the action is a result of a com-
munication from the Chamber of Commerce to determine whether or not it is feasible
to provide electric outlets for lighting of Christmas Decorations. There is an item
in the Budget for the specific purpose of the Decorations. Last year there were no
lights used. However, the year before the City paid about 90 per cent and the balance
was paid through the merchants' association. A similar arrangement has been made in
former years. The form requested by the Chamber has never been used before and the
lighting has been temporary, strung through the streets at the Christmas Season.
Councilman Petersen then asked who would pay for the lighting on Park Street, in
this connection. Mr. Froerer stated this would probably have to be taken care of
through a definite arrangement between the City and the Chamber. Councilman Petersen
also questioned whether the merchants or the Chamber provide a definite amount for
the project. Mr. Froerer stated this would have to be by arrangement.
43. From the City Manager, reporting on the request by the Bureau of Electricity,
Board of Public Utilities, to retain 859,633.48 of revenue, stating the realization
of revenue other than taxes will fall short of anticipated revenue in the Budget.
His recommendation was that the Bureau be requested to pay this sum into the General
Fund this year and that the Council endeavor to release 60,000. of the dividend
which may become due in the fiscal year 1957-1958.
Councilman Haag moved the Bureau be requested to pay this sum into the General Fund
this year, with the hope that next year 860,000. can be released from the dividend
which may become due. The motion was seconded by Councilman Petersen and on roll call
carried by the following vote. Ayes: Four. Noes: None. Absent: None.
4t1'. From the City Manager, recommending that Ralph W. Jones, Landscape Architect,
be retained for master site planning of the school site and other public areas on
the South Shore, at a fee of $1,500.
Councilman Freeman wondered whether this is a wise move if the City does not have
title to the land involved. The City Manager stated the City does not have title but
an agreement has been reached and there is a legal contract between the City and Utah
Construction Company that there will.be made available twenty-eight acres in the area
for public purposes, at the rate of 82,500. per acre. The areas designated for these
public purposes must be approved by the Planning Board and will be included in Tenta-
tive Maps which will be submitted for adoption by the Board and the Council. He
stated the land is available, there is a contract by which the City and/or the School
District can acquire it, and if the City is to meet the program of planning suggested
by the School Department, which considers it to be an urgent situation, and if the
City can find the money to make the purchase, he believed Utah would be very happy
to give up the title to the land.
Mr. Froerer believed, if ,s1,500. is spent for site planning, this would not be wasted
by virtue of the fact that the areas which will be covered will be examined by the
Planning Board and the Council, before adoption. He said the Final Map must follow
the Tentative Map, a fact which the City Attorney confirmed, and the Final Map must
conform to the outlines of the Tentative Map.
Councilman Freeman then asked what is delaying the purchase of the property so that
the City will have title to it before spending any money on it. Mr. Froerer replied
he believed this would be in about the same category as money expended by the City
for the Master Plan. Very careful consideration is given certain locations in the
City as to areas to be provided for schools, parks, etcetera. He believed the Council
would be following the Master Plan in one further phase, in order to be equipped with
a plan which could be followed when the urgency arises where improvements would have
to be completed thereon.
Councilman Freeman said she understood planning could be changed, that, possibly,
this site may be changed in shape. Mr. Froerer. stated there are twelve ,. acres in the
Tentative Map already filed.
President McCall stated he understood the School Department would stand one-half of
the 81,500. fee, which Mr. Froerer stated was true.
Councilman Freeman was concerned that possibly the City should know more of what is
going to be in the area. She said there is no point in putting a school at a spot
and then have changes occur whereby a school may be in the midst of a shopping center.
Councilman Petersen asked the City Manager if this is a non-designated area. Mr.
Froerer replied there are about 18.8 acres which have been designated and an additional
site which has not been specifically designated and on which a Tentative Map has not
been filed. He said the urgency of this matter is the School Department's and not
the City's - the school buildings, themselves, take considerable time to build.
Councilman Freeman asked if the cost for the architect is prorated. Mr. Froerer
replied it will be on a 50-50 basis, which Councilman Freeman contended was not pro-
rating the expense. Mr. Froerer stated, with the expansion of specific areas and
changes occurring, these areas will be developed as park and school playground areas.
Councilman Petersen did not believe the City could own land on which schools are built
to which Mr. Froerer replied about 50 per cent of the schools in the City are on
City-owned land. Councilman Petersen then questioned the allocation of monies on
a ratio basis.
Councilman Freeman suggested laying the matter over until the meeting of June 18,
in order to determine if the School Department would be willing to relieve the City
of the 50/50 basis. She questioned putting up 050. for the City to determine a
small portion of acreage for recreation. Councilman Haag felt this was "quibbling"
over small amounts, that the School Department has a far greater outlay of money
because of the schools than the City has and if, in its opinion, this site planning
should be done now, he felt the City should go along and employ Mr. Jones.
Councilman Haag then put this in the form of a motion, that Mr. Ralph W. Jones,
Landscape Architect, should be retained, at a sum of $1,500., to do the site plan-
ning for the combined school and recreation areas on the South Shore, and that the
School Department is to pay a minimum of one-half of this figure.
Councilman Petersen agreed with Councilman Haag that the plan should be developed
and the City should hire Mr. Jones. However, he agreed also with. Councilman Freeman.
Basically, he said, the interest of the Council is to preserve better, more economi-
cal government for the taxpayers. He believed everyone should bear his prorated load
and thought, before proceeding and allocating the City's share, that share should be
known.
The motion died for lack of a second.
Councilman Freeman suggested, again, that the matter be deferred to the meeting of
June 18, in order that the School Department might be consulted. She pointed out
the Reclamation District owns the property and, until the City finds out the acres
entailed, she believed the City is moving too quickly. She understood the City w ill
have 18.8 acres but this can be shifted. Mr. Annibale, on request, repeated that
the Final Map must conform to the Tentative Map, particularly insofar as locations
are shown on the Tentative Map for these purposes. He said Councilman Freeman's
stand is valid on areas on which no Tentative Map has been filed. As concerns the
Map already submitted, if the subdivider chooses to go ahead on that, the Final Map
must conform. Councilman Petersen asked Mr. Annibale if he had any information on
the portion of the 18.8 acres which will ultimately belong to the City of Alameda.
Mr. Annibale replied he did not know - he believed this would be a matter within the
knowledge of the Planning Department.
It was directed that this matter be referred to the City Manager, then, to make the
necessary arrangements with the Superintendent of Schools, to get specific areas,
the prorated costs to which the City is committed, and the acreage involved insofar
as the City of Alameda is concerned. Councilman Freeman asked, also, that the City
Manager endeavor to learn when the Final Map of that area will be filed as she
believed plans can then be made to go ahead.
45. From the City Manager, advising it would be desirable to choose a consultant
for screening applicants for the position of the new City Manager at this meeting.
Correspondence on this matter had been forwarded to members of the Council. Council-
man Freeman moved that Louis J. Kroeger and Associates be employed as a consultant
for investigation in connection with the selection of a new City Manager, at a fee
of P)850., and it be requested that the list of candidates be held to three names.
Councilman Petersen believed it would be better to ask that five names be submitted.
Councilman Haag approved of a list of three, and seconded the motion on that basis.
The motion was carried on the following roll call vote. Ayes: Three. Noes: Coun-
cilman. Petersen, (1). Absent: None.
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116. From the City Manager, requesting authorization be given to have an actuarial
study made to determine the additional cost to the City to be incurred in adjusting
certain inequities in the present contract with the State Employees' Retirement 6ys-
tem, which has been made possible by current legislation. The cost of this study
would be 8110.
Councilman Freeman asked the City Manager if the City employees involved had requested
this matter be investigated. Mr. Froerer replied, "No". He then explained that there
are about forty people on retirement who would be affected. This Bill is in the
Legislature at the present time and being acted upon as an emergency measure in order
to correct some of these inequities. Mr. Froerer added he has been informed this is
recognized as being proper legislation and there is no opposition to the Bill. Mr.
Froerer stated there is no way of determining the cost involved, other than by having
a study made, so the Council would have before it the information to enable it to
reach a decision in the matter.
Councilman Freeman then moved the request be granted, that authorization be given to
have an actuarial study made to determine the additional cost to the City to be
incurred in this adjustment. The motion was seconded by Councilman Haag and on roll
call carried by the following vote. Ayes: Four. Noes: None. Absent: None.
4 From the Mayor, nominating for appointment as members of the City Planning Board
Mr. Eric Essex, 993 Park Street, and Mr. Franz S. Collischonn, 1524-A Central Avenue.
This letter was referred to "Resolutions".
INTRODUCTION OF ORDINANCES:
)48. The following ordinance was introduced by Councilman Freeman, after which it was
laid over under provision of law and the Charter:
"Ordinance No.
New Series
An Ordinance Amending Subsection (1) of Section 17-335,
Article 3, Chapter 3, Title XVII, of the Alameda
Municipal Code to Provide Additional Parking Area for
City Officers, Employees, Departments and Other Govern-
mental Officials in the City Hall Parking Lot."
49. The following ordinance was introduced by Councilman Haag, after which it was
laid over under provision of law and the Charter:
"Ordinance No.
New Series
An Ordinance Authorizing the Exchange of Real Property
By and Between the City of Alameda and the Alameda
Unified School District." (Everett School, Mastick
School, Longfellow School--Burbank School)
UNFINISHED BUSINESS:
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50. The matter of the request from the Alameda Chamber of Commerce that the City Coun-
cil investigate the parking lot directional sign program, in order that residents may
be more aware of the locations, was again brought up.
The City Manager reported this matter had been referred to the Planning and Eng ineer-
ing Departments for investigation. Replies had not been returned as yet. The matter
was therefore laid over to the next regular meeting, to be held June 18, 1957.
51. The matter of a request from Mr. Bernard J. Ralph, Jr., to erect an eight-foot
fence across the back of his property at 2118 Encinal Avenue, was again brought up
for attention. Mr. Ralph also desires to extend with lattice the two six-foot fences
along the sides of his lot to a height of eight feet.
A report had been received from the City Manager, transmitting findings of the Plan-
ning Department, that it had been found there is sufficient hardship existing to grant
this variance to the Code requirements.
Councilman Freeman moved a revocable permit be granted to construct the fence desired,
to a height of eight feet and the lattice added to the six-foot fences to reach a
height of eight feet. The motion was seconded by Councilman Petersen and unanimously
carried.
NEW BUSINESS:
52. The matter of appointing a new Councilman to complete the term vacated by the
resignation of Councilman Raymond P. Kranelly on May 31, 1957, was placed before the
Council.
Nominations were declared by President McCall to be open. Councilman Freeman asked
the City Attorney if it would be proper to include, automatically, the names of pros-
pects on whom supporting letters had been received, as nominees. Mr. Annibale replied,
unless names were actually specified in nomination, they should not be considered.
Councilman Freeman nominated Harvey R. Marshall. Mr. Marshall, from the audience,
stated he would like to withdraw his name in the interest of harmony on the Council.
He believed one less name would tend to create a more harmonious situation on the
Council.
Councilman Haag stated the candidate he had in mind who, he felt, would have all the
necessary qualifications - Martin C. Kauffman, he had, un fortun ately, discovered does
not meet the residence requirements. He stated he, therefore, had no candidate.
Councilman Petersen nominated, as a man he considered able, with the wisdom of years,
a retired businessman who has served the community for many years - Henry R. Levo.
The City Attorney suggested, if there were numerous names to be submitted, it would
be proper to place all names in nomination and then take a vote on each.
Councilman Freeman then nominated Richard P. Schacht, William S. Godfrey and Thomas
Craig.
Councilman Petersen nominated Richard S. Diament, Albert C. Gonzales and Daniel J.
Rourke. He also confirmed that George McDonald was not a candidate for nomination.
President McCall stated he was in a position similar to that of Councilman Haag. He
had in mind the name of George McDonald and, therefore, had no candidate to submit
for nomination.
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Nominations were then declared closed.
On roll call vote, Messrs. Godfrey and Craig secured two votes each, but the Council
did not cast a majority vote for any candidate.
On a repeat roll call vote, Messrs. Diament and Schacht also secured two votes each,
and a repeat vote on Messrs. Godfrey and Craig showed a vote of two each.
The City Attorney recommended the Council secure more names for nomination or indulge
in additional consultation on the matter of a new Councilman.
Councilman Freeman suggested an adjourned regular meeting be held Tuesday, June 11,
1957, at which time additional names could be placed in nomination. This, then,
was the decision of the Council.
RESOLUTIONS:
53. At . this time, Mrs. James Wiley requested the opportunity to speak on the first
resolution to be introduced. She stated she was one of many citizens who voted for
an additional golf course because they believed it would be a fine thing for the
City, as was the first course. She understood from remarks of the City Manager,
several weeks ago, that the people had voted for a Bond Issue of $700,000., of which
$125,000. was to be spent for a Golf Club House. Mrs. Wiley cited the transferral
of funds, during the last two Council meetings, to pay for additional expenses
involved in the Club House. She said she was concerned, as a taxpayer, in spending
that amount of money on a Club House, and asked how much the building is going to
cost.
Mr. Froerer replied he could not state the precise amount of cost at this time. He
said it will probably be in the neighborhood of x'¢235,000. Mrs. Wiley said she had
so estimated. It was stated the $7,000. figure mentioned in connection with furnish-
ing the Club House is included in that amount. Mrs. Wiley stated, in her opinion,
$235,000. is a lot of money to pay for a Club House in a City which is worried about
its tax level and its income. She believed this is extremely extravagant. She
pointed out the argument that this activity is self - supporting, and asked if an
activity of this kind cannot support other activities which are not self- supporting;
is it necessary for all golf income to go back into the Golf Course and its facilities?
President McCall stated this had been the case. Mr. Froerer stated, over the past
ten years, $273,000. has gone into the General Fund from the Golf Course. However,
he said, the original investment for the first eighteen holes was never completely
amortized. Mrs. Wiley pointed out the indebtedness of $700,000. with theadditional
amount over that figure for the Club House, which will take a long time to pay off.
Mr. Froerer replied the only way he could answer is that the Golf Commission has
come up with a request that a very large part of the revenues be put back into the
Golf Course. He said it is a policy which will have to be reached by the Council as
to the amounts of revenue and to which funds they will go.
Mrs. Wiley believed the Council should know there is at least one citizen who
believes this is a genuine extravagance and that she feels very strongly a bout it.
Councilman Petersen confirmed with Mr. Froerer that the debts specified in the reso-
lution are already incurred debts. Mr. Froerer replied that the $11,050.59 was
erroneously transferred and properly belongs in the Construction Fund. The $2,500.
amount belongs in the Construction Fund. The money is to go into the Construction
Fund because it is money which has been earned by reinvestment of construction money.
54. The following resolution was introduced by Councilman Petersen, who moved its
adoption:
"Resolution No. 5622
Transferring $11,050.59 from General Fund Account 100
to Golf Course Construction Fund Account 702; Trans-
ferring $2,500. from Golf Course Operating Fund Account
702 to Golf Course Construction Fund Account 702;
Transferring $50,000. from Cash Basis Fund Account 304
to General Fund Account 100; and Transferring $30,001.49
from General Investment Pool Account 350 to General
Fund Account 100."
The motion to adopt said resolution was seconded by Councilman Haag and on roll call
carried by the following vote. Ayes: Four. Noes: None. Absent: None.
55. The following resolution was introduced by Councilman Haag, who moved its
adoption:
"Resolution No. 5623
Transferring $18,570.00 from the Alcoholic Beverage
Control Fund to the General Fund."
The motion to adopt said resolution was seconded by Councilman Freeman and on roll
call carried by the following vote. Ayes: Four. Noes: None. Absent: None.
6Y "Resolution No.
Resolution of the Council of the City of Alameda Urging
the Enactment of H. R. 2229 (S. 1481) Relating to the
Greater Utilization of Commercial Marine Terminal
Facilities by the United States of America."
This resolution had been laid over from the two previous meetings. Councilman
Freeman stated the City Clerk had directed a letter to the United States Chamber of
Commerce requesting additional information on this subject, to which a reply had not
yet been received.
Councilman Freeman then introduced Mrs. Irving Johnson, who had just returned from
attending the Hearing on this subject. Mrs. Johnson stated she is violently opposed
to the Bill, that she had gone East to the Hearing because of her opposition. She
stated the Hearing was b eing held over until June 18 and that there are amendments
coming up on the Bill. She believed it very unwise for the Council to take a stand
in the matter at this time, under the circumstances.
Councilman Haag suggested the resolution be removed from future agendas, pending more
definite information being received. It was so directed.
57. The following resolution was introduced by Councilman Freeman, who moved its
adoption:
"Resolution No. 5624
Authorizing Execution of Agreement by and Between the
City of Alameda and the County of Alameda Relating to
the Furnishing by the County of Alameda to the City of
Alameda of Public Health Services."
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: None.
58. The following resolution was introduced:
"Resolution No. 5625
Declaring Public Interest and Necessity Re quire the
Acquisition of Easements Over, Across and Under Certain
Lands for Sanitary Sewer Purposes (Sanitary Sewer
Project - Estuary Housing)."
Councilman Haag stated, on the basis of information received, unless these easements
can be secured by June 10, the City is about to lose approximately 10,000. in Federal
aid. Mr. Froerer stated he was under that impression but the Assistant City Manager
and City Engineer had investigated the matter and found a different story. However,
he said, unless the City . rets the easements, the Public Health services will not make
the offer to the City of a grant of this money. He stated the award of contract for
the project could not be made until the easements are obtained. The necessary right-
of-way, Mr. Froerer said, had been received in the form of an agreement from the
Southern Pacific Company.
Councilman Haag asked if the help of Congressman Miller and our Senators might be
required to expedite this situation. Mr. Froerer agreed Congressman Miller had been
very helpful in like situations. Councilman Haag was of the opinion that everything
possible should be done to consummate this matter, and Mr. Froerer offered assurance
there would be no unnecessary delay in so doing. The City Manager was instructed to
take the necessary steps in order that the matter involving this project might be
consummated.
Councilman Haag then moved the adoption of the resolution. The motion was seconded
by Councilman Freeman and on roll call carried by the following vote. Ayes: Your.
Noes: None. Absent: None.
59. The following resolution was introduced by Councilman Freeman, who moved its
adoption:
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"Resolution No. 626
Adopting Specifications for Furnishing Lawn Mowing
Equipment for the New Municipal Golf Course, 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: None.
60. The following resolution was introduced:
"Resolution No. 5627
Adopting Specifications for Furnishing One Ambulance-
Station \Aragon, Nine -Passenger Conversion, or equal,
for the First Aid Department, Calling for Bids and
Directing City Clerk to Advertise Same."
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On request, the City Manager explained the specifications on the Ambulance- Station
Wagon, or Amble Wagon, which adjusts itself very well for City service. He said
that until the present time they have not been available in this area, but they can
now be supplied. He believed this Amble Wagon can be acquired for approximately
13,L100., with another $400. to 1600. to equip it.
Councilman Freeman then moved the adoption of the resolution. The motion was
seconded by Councilman Petersen and on roll call carried by the following vote. Ayes:
Four. Noes: None. Absent: None.
61. The following resolution was introduced by Councilman Haag, who moved its
adoption:
"Resolution No. 5628
Approving Warrants of Board of Trustees of Reclamation
District No. 2087."
The motion to adopt said resolution was seconded by Councilman Freeman and on roll
call carried by the following vote. Ayes: Four. Noes: None. Absent: None.
62. The following resolution was introduced by Councilman Petersen, who moved its
adoption:
"Resolution No. 5629
Resolution of the Council of the City of Alameda
Authorizing the City Manager of the City of Alameda
to Accept Federal Grant for Sewage Treatment Works
under 33 United States Code, Section 466, et seq.,
Relating to the Construction of a Sewage Interceptor
Line and Lift Station."
The motion to adopt said resolution was seconded by Councilman Haag and on roll call
carried by the following vote. Ayes: Four. Noes: None. Absent: None.
63. The following resolution was introduced by Councilman Freeman, who moved its
adoption:
"Resolution No. 5630
Resolution of the Council of the City of Alameda
Authorizing the Execution of Agreement by and
Between the City of Alameda and the Central Pacific
Railway Company and its Lessee, Southern Pacific
Company, Relating to the Granting of an Easement
to the City of Alameda for Sanitary Sower Purposes
(Estuary Housing)."
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: None.
64. The following resolution was introduced by Councilman Haag, who moved its
adoption:
"Resolution No. 5631
Appointing Members of the City Planning Board."
(Eric Essex - Franz S. Collischonn)
The motion to adopt said resolution was seconded by Councilman Freeman and on roll
call carried by the following vote. Ayes: Four. Noes: None. Absent:. None.
65. The following resolution was introduced by Councilman Haag, who moved its
adoption:
"Resolution No. 5632
In Memoriam to Rudolph A. Wondolleck
"WITH PROFOUND SORROW, the Council of the City of Alameda records the
death of one of its most loyal and civic - minded citizens, RUDOLPH A.
WONDOLLECK, former member of the Civil Service Board.
"WHEREAS, Mr. Wondolleck had served the City faithfully as a member of
this important Board from July, 1937, to June, 1951, at which time he had
found it necessary to resign; and
"WHEREAS, his proficiency and integrity had gained the great respect of
his fellow associates and he had been elected to serve as President of the
Civil Service Board for five different terms during his tenure of office.
"NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that, in acknowledgement of his diligent
performance of his obligations and the high esteem in which he was held as a
member of this Board and in his other community activities, the Council of
the City of Alameda hereby expresses its sense of personal loss and its
gratitude to Mr. Wondolleck for having given so wholeheartedly of his time
and effort on behalf of the City.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that this Resolution be spread in full upon the
minutes ofthis meeting, and a copy thereof be forwarded to the family of Mr.
Wondolleck, 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 RUDOLPH A.
WONDOLLECK."
The motion to adoptEaid resolution was seconded by Councilman Freeman and on roll call
carried by the following vote. Ayes: Four. Noes: None. Absent: None.
Councilman Haag stated he would like to add ale more thought with respect to "Rudy"
Wondolleck. He felt it should be known "Rudy" had rendered great service to the City
during the last year by making it possible to effect great savings in insurance costs.
President McCall thereupon declared all of the foregoing resolutions duly adopted and
passed.
ORDINANCES FOR PASSAGE:
66.
"Ordinance No. 1235,
New Series
An Ordinance Authorizing the Conveyance by Quitclaim
Deed of Any Right, Title and Interest That May be
Held by the City of Alameda to Certain Electric Power
and Light Pole Easements to the Alaska Packers
Association, a California Corporation." (North end
of Paru Street)
Councilman Haag moved the ordinance be adopted as read. The motion was seconded by
Councilman Petersen and on roll call carried by the following vote. Ayes: Four.
Noes: None. Absent: None.
FILING:
67. Specifications and Provisions No. MS 6-57-20 - for Furnishing Lawn Mowing
Equipment for the New Golf Course.
68. Specifications and Provisions No. MS 6-57-21 - for Furnishing One Ambulance-
Station Wagon for the First Aid Department.
BILLS:
69. Anitemized List of Claims against the City of Alameda and the Departments thereof
in the total amount of 4,858.80, 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 Haag moved the bills as itemized in the List of Claims filed with the City
Clerk on June t, 1957, 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 follow-
ing vote. Ayes: Four. Noes: None. Absent: None.
70. At this time, the City Engineer asked if the Kitchen Equipment award was to be
made at this meeting. The City Manager believed this would be wise and the meeting
recessed for five minutes while a study was made of the proposals received.
Upon reconvening, the City Manager recommended that the contract for furnishing Items
Nos. 1, 3, 7, 8 and 11 on Specifications, Special Provisions and Plans No, PW 5-57-17,
Alternate A, be awarded to John Sardell & Sons, Inc.
Councilman Haag
he was in hopes
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Consideration w
ing to be held
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done. In that
1, 3, 8 and 11
Inc., and asked
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made on this it
stated, from what he understands of present handling of these things,
the Soda Fountain Unit, Item No. 7, would be furnished by the lessee.
way of taking off that item, he said he would be in favor of so doing.
as given to holding off these awards until the adjourned regular meet-
June 11, in order that this matter could be investigated. However,
er did not believe the June 28 opening date could be met if this were
light, the City Manager amended his recommendation to award Items Nos.
of Alternate A of the specified specifications to John Sardell Sons,
that the urgency contingency be employed in connection with the matter
untain Unit and it would be ascertained where the best deal could be
em.
Councilman Haag moved the recommendation of the City Manager be accepted in this mat-
ter. The motion was seconded by Councilman Freeman and on roll c all carried by the
following vote. Ayes: Four. Noes: None. Absent: None.
The City Manager then recommended contract be awarded on Items Nos. 2, 14,
10 under Alternate A to Food Service Equipment Co.
9 and
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Councilman Freeman moved the recommendation of the City Manager be followed in this
matter, that the specified items be awarded to Food Service Equipment Co. and that
the bid bonds and checks be returned to the unsuccessful bidders. The motion was
seconded by Councilman Petersen and on roll call carried by the following vote. Ayes:
Four. Noes: None. Absent: None.
The City Manager then recommended and requested that he be authorized to install this
equipment and purchase Item No. 7, the Soda Fountain Unit, under the emergency pro-
visions of the Charter. Councilman Freeman moved this recommendation be adopted and
the request be granted for authorization to install this equipment and purchase the
Soda Fountain Unit, as specified. The motion was seconded by Councilman Petersen
and on roll call carried by the following vote. Ayes: Four. Noes: None. Absent:
None.
ADJOURNMENT:
71. There being no further business to come before the meeting, President McCall
asked that everyone stand for a moment of silent tribute to RUDOLPH A. WONDOLLECK,
former member of the Civil Service Board, and the Council adjourned, to assemble in
an adjourned regular meeting Tuesday, June 11, 1957, at 7:30 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Deputy City Clerk