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1956-11-07 Regular CC MinutesREGULAR MEETING OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ALAMEDA HELD WEDNESDAY EVENING, NOVEMBER 7, ------ 1956 The meeting convened at 7:30 o'clock p.m. with President Kranelly presiding. A most inspirational Invocation was delivered by Rabbi Gunther Gates of Temple Israel, followed by the Pledge of Allegiance, lead by Councilman Moresi. ROLL CALL: The roll was called and Councilmen Haag, Hove, McCall, Moresi and President Kranelly, (5), were noted present. Absent: None. MINUTES: 1. The minutes of the adjourned regular meeting held October proved as transcribed. 1956, were ap- OPENING OF BIDS: 2 One bid was received and read from George F. Cake Co. for Furnishing Ammunition to the Police and Civil Defense Departments, in accordance with Specifications and Provisions therefor, No. MS 10-56-27, in the amount of ,1;951.91. The bid was accom- panied by a check in the amount of 95.19. 4 3. Ten bids were submitted and read for Furnishing Fleet General Public Liability and Property Damage Insurance, in accordance with Specifications and Provisions therefor, No. MS 10-56-2B, as follows: From Ader & Mathebat Manufacturers Casualty insurance Company From Ross Wright FireMan's Fund Indemnity Company From R. A. Wondolleck Co. Fireman's Fund Indemnity Company From Justin Realty & Insurance Fireman's Fund Indemnity Company From Arthur F. Strehlow Fireman's Fund indemnity Gompany From Shaw & Lunt Fireman', Fund Indemnity Company From Ford H. Thomason Fireman's Fund Indemnity Company From Edward Borncamp Fireman's Fund indemnity Company From Marsh & McLennan The Travelers Companies Proposal No. 1 - One Ye $16,507.04 Proposal No. 2 Proposal No, 3 From Rex Harbord, Jr. The Travelers Insurance Co. Proposal No. 2 Proposal No. 3 All of the foregoing bids were accompanied by Bid Bonds. 23,673.29 23,673.29 23,673.29 23,673.29 23,673.29 23,673.29 23,673.29 16,042.60 47,289.74 16,042.60 16,042.60 47,289.74 48,127.80 L. Bids were opened and read for the Furnishing of Certain Office Furniture to the City of Alameda, in accordance with Specifications and Provisions therefor, No. MS 10-56-29, as follows: From Dieterich-Post Company (One item) 103.48 Accompanied by cashier's check in amount of 10.00 From General Fireproofing Co. - - - - - 1,537.76 Accompanied by certified check in amount of 153.78 From H. S. Crocker Company, Inc. - - - - 1,132.93 Accompanied by certified check in amount of 125.00 From Beier & Gunderson Co. (Only four items ) 709.22 Accompanied by certified check in amount of 70.93 From Gadsden's Stationers (Only eight items JI Accompanied by certified check in amount of From Associated Stationers, Inc. - - Accompanied by certified check in amount of From Schwabacher-Frey Company - - - Accompanied by certified check in amount of From Oltmans Office Furnishings - - - - Accompanied by certified check in amount of 5i Three bids were received and read for Furnishing Assorted Paper to the City of Alameda, in accordance with Specifications and Provisions therefor, No. MS 10-6-30, as follows: e39.87 85.00 1,107.57 111.00 1,163.93 125.00 1,329.02 128.00 From Zellerbach Paper Company - - - Accompanied by certified check in amount of From Bonestell & Company - - Accompanied by certified check in amount of From Union Paper Co. - Accompanied by certified check in amount of 241.4o 124.11! 707.77 68.10 797.68 All of the foreoin g bids were referred to the City Manager for review and recom- mendation. WRITTEN COM1\UNICATIONS: From the Boy Scouts of America, Alameda Council No. 12-22, signed by Robert E. Cooper, Chairman of Public Relations Committee, oskin g that February 5, 1957, be designated as "Scout Day in Government" and those Scouts participating be honored at the Council Meeting that night. Councilman Hove moved the Council declare February 5, 1957, as Scout Day in Govern- ment as requested. The motion was seconded by Councilman Moresi and unanimously carried. The City Manager was instructed to acknowledge the letter and inform the Alameda Council of Scouts on the subject. 1 7. From the Alameda Chamber of Commerce, suggesting the Council investigate the possibility of installing "Scramble Intersections" at the corners of Santa Clara and Central Avenues and Park Street. Also, to further investigate the possibility of installing Directional Arrow-type Traffic Lights at Buena Vista Avenue and Park Street. President Kranelly commended the Chamber for its suggestions. He remarked, how- ever, the Council has already had th.e Scramble System investigated - and, under date of December 21, 1955, a communication from th.e City Engineer informed the Council this type of system would cost t;2,100. per intersection. Consequently, in view of such cost, the Council felt this installation should be held in abeyance. In response to Councilman Hove's query as to the last time the system had been investigated, Mr. Froerer replied that had been done on or about December 21, 1955, at which time the Police Department had recommended against it. Councilman Haag stated that, regardless of the funds involved, the City should now wait for about six months to ascertain how the off-street parking lots may affect the situation. Councilman Hove asked if a report had been received from the Police Department con- cerning the arrow-type traffic signals. The City Manager stated this particular matter had not been s tudied, but it is his opLnion this system should be installed at the locality indicated. The Council agreed there should, be an investigation of this type of traffic lights and the City Manager was directed to authorize the 2oilce Department to make such study and report. 8. From the Inter-Service Council, sined by Lester Johnson, M.D., President suggesting the Council give study to the proposed installation of hanging flower baskets on the Park Street electroliers - asking if there would be any objections to such a plan - if the Service Clubs or other organization could raise the money to pay the original installation costs - and also, if the City would then assume the maintenance thereafter. The letter cited details of the contemplated program as to costs and maintenance. Councilman Moresi agreed the plan would beautify the City but she felt, however, the maintenance expenses should be given some thought. She asked that a report be procured relative to this phase of the matter before further consideration of the project. The matter was thereupon referred to the City Manager to have a study made as to the cost of maintenance and to make a report when the survey has been completed. From the Alameda Chamber of Commerce, submitting a copy of its letter to Con- gress Construction Company with regard to the development of the Company's property in the west end of the City. President Kranelly thanked the Chamber for this information and expressed the hope it would bring results in the way or tangible suggestions for the use and development of the area in question. Mr. Stanley D. Whitney, President of the Chamber, stated no reply had yet been received from Congress - so just today a wire had been sent. The communication was thereupon filed. 10. From Mrs. Eris Owens, 1411 Fourth Street, expressing opposition to the proposed installation of hanging flower baskets on the new electroliers, principally because there are other more needed improvements to be made in the City - such as planting trees or changing some of the old electroliers and furnishing more adequate lighting in the west end of the City. The communication was ordered filed, pending receipt of the report on the matter from the City Manager. The City Clerk was requested to forward a copy of Mrs. Owens' letter to the Bureau of Electricity. 11. From a Committee, comprised of representatives of the Alameda Heal Estate Board and certain developers, submitting its objections to portions of the proposed "Sub- division Ordinance''. The renort was signed by E. V. Justin, President, Alameda Real Estate Board; Lowell H. Du7an, Duggan Investment Company; F. B. Fernhoff, Presi- dent, Bay View Development Corporation; E. C. Mower, Secretary, Utah Construction Company; Thomas P. and Vivian A. Wood and F. B. Fernhoff, President, Shore Land Homes, Inc. The matter was referred to "Ordinances for Passage", at which time the ordinance in Question will be iven further consideration. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS: 12. Mr. Frank Gottstein spoke of the lack of sufficient lighting in Posey Tube. He said he had understood that about a year ago the County was going ahead with the installation of proper lighting, but so far no progress has been made. He now under- stands the State is going to take over the installation of a new type of lighting and he felt the City Council and the Chamber of Commerce should exert some pressure to get the job done. President Kranelly explained the present plan is that the County is supposed to fin- ish the clean-up project and the State will then be able to proceed. He stated Supervisor Sweeney is to appear at a Council Meeting in the near future tonnke a report on certain matters and he suggested the City Manager direct a letter to him inquiring just what the status of this situation in the Tube is so that he can be prepared to submit information on this subject also. It was so ordered. HEARINO-S: 1. Matter of Abating Public Nuisance - dilapidated building known as 1LL12 Ninth. Street. 1A. Matter of Abating Public Nuisance - dilapidated building known as 2511 Clay Street. 15. Matter of Objections to Assessments of Reclamation District Na. 2087. The City Attorney noted for the record that the first two matters were called up at 8:05 o'clock p.m. and then suggested the Hearing on the foregoing three subjects be continued to the next regular meeting of the Council, to be held November 20, at 7:30 o'clock. It was so ordered. 4 16. The matter of the Outline Master Plan was then presented. President Kranelly called upon Mr. Robert L. Williams, Planning Director, who, in turn, introduced Mr. James M. Campbell, Planning Consultant, to make the presentation. A stenotype operator was present to officially record the proceedings - and the transcript thereof is, by reference, made an integral part of the minutes of the meeting. President Kranelly asked the City Attorney what the proper action of the Council would be in view of the fact that the Master Plan as displayed shows the existence of a captive lake in the 'rashington Park fill area, with which the Council is not in favor, Mr. Annibale replied it will be necessary to refer the matter back to the Planning Board with the recommendation this item be deleted. Following some discussion, which is contained in detail in the transcript, Council- man Moresi moved the Outline Master Plan as submitted to the Council and heard tonight in Public Hearing, be referred back to the City Planning Board with the com- ments that the captive lake be eliminated and that 140 of the fill portion be elimin- ated. Councilman McCall seconded the motion, and called attention to the fact that the proper zoning should be shown for both the existing park and the fill areas. Councilman Moresi agreed the correct land use should also be indicated, and she there- upon amended her motion to include that there be a statement attached to the Outline Master Plan to the effect that a portion of Washington Park proper is, at the present time, being considered fors ale and that precise plans for use of the high land portion of the Park will be worked out. This was agreed to by Councilman McCall and the motion was unanimously carried. 17. The matter of Tract No. 1811 - the subdivision lying south of Otis Drive in the vicinity of High Street, proposed to be developed by Mr. Michael Hester, was next called up. The City Attorney stated that, in agreement with Mr. Hester and his attorney, the matter is requested to be continued to th.e meeting of November 20, 1956, at 7:30 o'clock. It was so ordered. REPORTS OF COMMITTEES: V 18. From the City Physician, requesting the Council give consideration to increasing the salary of the potion of Emergency Surgeon at the First Aid Station from to TODO. per month. There are four such surgeons on call. Councilman Moresi stated she had not yet had time to review the report on the number of calls made by these surgeons, and suggested the matter be discussed before taking any action. It was the consensus of the Council that the matter be referred to the Committee of the Whole. It was so ordered. 19. From the City Manager, requesting 870. be appropriated to reimburse four employ- ees of the Recreation Department for use of their private cars in transporting cer- tain delegates to th.e Youth Council Conference held recently at A ilomar. Councilman McCall moved the City Manager's request be granted and the sum of ;70. be appropriated to reimburse the Recreation Department employees for their trans- portation expenses. The motion was seconded by Councilman Haag and on roll call carried by the following vote. Ayes: Five. Noes: None. Absent: None. 20. From the City Manager, requesting he be authorized to renew the current fire insurance policy which expires December 1, 1956, and that a carefulreview of the entire fire insurance be made before July 1, 1957, at which time another policy on the Library property expires. Councilman Haag moved the City Manager's request be granted and he be authorized to renew the expiring policy at this time. The motion was seconded by Councilman Hove and unanimously carried. 21. From the Recreation Commiss*ion, signed by J. Roger Hooper, Chairman, commending the Council for apnropriating 817,500. for continued development of Krusi Park. It was stated the Commission has been informed by the City Engineer that certain neces- sary work can be accomplished with the money allocated this year by putting certain items out to bid and others being done by City forces. Therefore, it is recommended the Engineering Department proceed immediately with the work on Krusi Park, as outlined, to the extent of 1;17,500., Councilman Hove moved the City Manager be instructed to have th.e Plans and Speci- fications prepared and submitted for adoption and to advertise for bids accordingly. The motion was seconded by Councilman Moresi and unanimously carried. 22. From the Recreation Commission, signed by J. Roger Hooper, Chairman, reporting on the Commission's review of Stage 2 Development of Woodstock Park, with the purpose of providing alternatives which might enable the retention of an architect to draw up plans and specifications for completion of the Alameda Swim Center from the '160,000. Woodstock Park Fund. It was stated Mr. Alton S. Lee, Architect, has sub- mitted to the City Engineer the contract documents and specifications for the general construction of Woodstock Park, outlining the work detail under PHASE I. The Commis- sion, therefore, recommends that the scope of work in PHASE T he put out to bid with the inclusion of the alternatives presented. Councilman Moresi moved the City Manager be instructed to have the Plans and Speci- fications prepared and submitted for adoption, to be put out to bid - but before call- ing for bids, the Council have opportunity to review them. The motion was seconded by Councilman McCall and unanimously carried. 23. From the City Manager, recommending contract be awarded to Monroe Calculating Company for furnishing two Calculators at the price of Q806. each. Councilman McCall moved the City Manager's recommendation be approved; that contract be awarded to the specified company for furnishing the two machines at the price quoted and the bid checks or bonds be returned to the unsuccessful bidders. The motion was seconded by Councilman Haag and on roll call carried by the following vote. Ayes: Five. Noes: None. Absent: None. 241. From the City Manager, recommending contract be awarded to Alameda Typewriter Company, the low bidder, for furnishing three Typewriters at the net cost of 8144.60, 215.60 and Iii155.20, respectively. Councilman Haag moved the City Manager's recommendation be adopted; that contract be awarded to the low bidder for furnishing these three machines and the bid checks or bonds be returned to the unsuccessful bidders. The motion was seconded by Council- man Hove and on roll call carried by the following vote. Ayes; Five, Noes: None. Absent: None. a F o. rom the Acting City Manager, reporting all work satisfactorily completed in connection with the Installation of Water Systems for both Municipal Golf Courses, recommending it be accepted and the Notice of Completion be ordered filed. Councilman Moresi moved the Acting City Manager's recommendation be approved; that the work on the project specified be accepted and the Notice of Completion be filed. The motion was seconded by Councilman McCall and unanimously carried. 1 26. From the Acting City Manager, recommending a thirty-day extension of time be granted to Daniel L. Trade, Contractor, for completion of the project of Filling Portion of North Side Sewer, between Arbor and Hibbard Streets, Councilman Hove moved the Acting City Manager's recommendation be adopted and the thirty-day extension of time be granted to Mr. Trade for completion ofhis work. The motion was seconded by Councilman McCall and unanimously carried. V 27. From Mr. Ford H.Thomason, member of the City Planning Board, tendering his resignation from said office, effective as of November 1, 1956. Councilman McCall moved Mr. Thomason's resignation be accepted and he be written a letter of appreciation for his service to the City in this capacity. The motion was seconded by Councilman Haag and unanimously carried. 1 26. From the City Manager, recommending contract be awarded to John H. Buestad, low bidder, for the project of Constructing the Golf Club House at the price of ;172.995. Councilman Haag moved. the City Manager's recommendation be adopted; that contract be awarded to Mr. Buestad for the specified project at the price quoted. The motion was seconded by Councilman Hove and on roll call carried by the following vote. Ayes: Five. Noes: None. Absent: None. 29. From the City Attorney, recommending and requesting that he be authorized to sell the set of Corpus Juris Secundum,law books in his office to Robert D. Carter, Attorney, of Modesto, for the sum of $375. - and to purchase certain additional vol- umes of American Law Reports, Annotated, for his office, in the amount of 366.60. Councilman Hove moved the City Attorney's recommendation and request be approved and the sale and purchase of the law books specified be allowed at the prices indi- cated. The motion was seconded by Councilman Moresi and on roll call carried by the following vote. Ayes: Five. Noes: None. Absent: None. V 30. From the City Planning Board, recommending the Tentative Map of Tract No. 1849, the subdivision proposed to be developed by Bayview Development Corporation, lying east of Fernside Boulevard, be approved on the following conditions: (1) The sub- divider install sidewalk, curb, necessary local drainage structures and pave at least eight feet of the roadway along the east side of Fernside Boulevard - or agree to make these improvements when the street is opened up for usage, (2) That Encinal Avenue be continued t o the sea wall at a minimum width of forty feet, align- ing this portion of the street with the curbs of Encinal Avenue as existing, (3) That all engineering details and conditions as contained in the City Engineer's Report be adhered to, (4) That Lots Nos. 1 and 2, Block D, be reoriented to front on Encinal Avenue, rather than on East Shore Drive, Councilman Moresi asked about the requirement of paving eight feet along the east side of Fernside Boulevard. Mr. Froerer explained the reason for including the request that the subdivider pave this eight feet is to assure that this improvement would not have to be paid for by the State Highway Department. He stated there would be four traffic lanes, each twelve feet wide, and the parking lane should be paved by the subdivider. He remarked that, in order to protect rights-of-way some seven 97 or eight years ago, the State Highway Department authorized the City to acquire some property in this vicinity - the City now owns this land, which was acquired _for street purposes. For many years, the City has endeavored to get the State Highway Department to establish this street Ds a State highway. The Alameda County Highway Advisory Committee includes this area as a No. 1 priority project. However, no one knows when the State Highway Department will make this improvement, The City feels it is on firm ground for this to be included as part of the State Highway System, otherwise, it woeld seem very unnecessary to spend money on its improvement if it were just going to lie there. In response to a question as to how the performance of these improvements can be assured, the City Attorney replied a bond would give utmost protection to the City. Councilman Moresi thereupon moved the Council a ccept and approve the Tentative Map of Tract No. 1849, as recommended by the Planning Board. The motion was seconded by Councilman McCall. Speaking on the question, Mr. Fernhoff stated they have very little fault to find with the Planning Board on its recommendations. He pointed out, however, that was the first time they had heard about the extension of Encinal Avenue being continued right to the see wall. He said this was not recommended by the Planning Director or the City Engineer. He emphasized this development would probably confiscate a very fine piece of property and it would be very expensive for the subdivider to have to provide such a street. He felt it is not within the province of the City Planning Board to order the subdivider to give to the City this much land - it is not the proper thing to do - it is just taking property without compensation. He said it is not legal or valid. He asked the City Manager how the City would take care of the other half of the street, if this thoroughfare is ever opened up. Mr. Froerer answered this method of making improvements is common practice here in establishing subdivisions. He stated this property has been acquired for street pur- poses and the "Act" requires that the subdivider conform in the improvement of Fern- side Boulevard, which adjoins his subdivision. Mr. Fernhoff again stated the area involved is completely outside the subdivision itself - they would be willing to enter into an agreement to do the work when the proper time arrives, but, he reiterated, this work is entirely outside the subdivi- sion. He askod that the Council exclude from the recommendation of the Planning Board that the subdivider run Encinal Avenue through to the sea 172,11. It would do no one any Food - it has not been requested either by the Planning Staff or the Engineering Department - it is taking some land without due Trocess of law, and the subdivider is not being treated fairly in this respect. He also asked the Council to approve the exchange of certain properties - a small sliver bordering Fernside Boulevard for a similar piece of City property, in con- nection with the intersection of Fernside Boulevard and Encinal Avenue. Miss Meyers stated that, at one time, in discussing the plan for Alameda, it was felt that some of the major streets should be carried to the water - which would open up the solid bank of houses. She cited Central Avenue as being very attractive in appear- ance because it runs through to the Bay. Councilman McCall expressed his opinion that it is entirely justifiable to continue Encinal Pvenuo to San Leandro Bay at the minimum width of 0 feet from curb to curb. Mr. Fernhoff agreed this is perfectly all right - but not when the City is bakin taking property without due process of law. Mr. George W. Hansen, whose subdivision lies immediately north of the one in question spoke on this particular phase of the matter. He stated he is sorry he extended Central Avenue to tho Bay because it is nothing but a nuisance - the children can- not be kept out of the end of the street and they create a great deal of trouble. Councilman Hove felt the Council should have more time to consider the several pro- blems involved before taking any action. Councilman Moresi concurred, and otated that, with the consent of her second, she would withdraw her motion and ask that the matter be continued for further study. Councilman McCall was in agreement. Mr. Annibale asked Mr. Fernhoff if this is agreeable to him. He answered they are anxious to proceed with the development but would agree to the continuance - and requested that, during the interim, a meeting be held with the Planning Staff and Engineering Department to try to setele some of the questions. Mrs. tiiley, member of the Planning Board, stated that two years ago there were very serious complaints about the pathways running, from Fernside Boulevard to San Leandro Bay - they are not satisfactory access ways because they are narrow and dark and people can get in there and cause a nuisance. The Board felt this was a good lesson - and since it is necessary to have access to the storm sewer outfalls, the pathway proposed in this subdivision is altogether too narrow, being only fifteen Leet wide. 28 The matter was thereupon continued to the meeting to be held November 20, 1956 - and, in the meantime, all available information is to be furnished from the City Manager, Planning Director City Engineer and City Attorney. 31. From the City Manager, recommending contract be awarded to Morison Construction Company,low bidder, for the installation of a Storm Water Culvert at the Alameda Golf Course, in the amount of 2,275. Councilman Moresi moved the City Manager's recommendation be adopted; that contract be awarded to the low bidder for the specified project at the price quoted, and the bid checks or bonds be returned to the unsuccessful bidders. The motion was seconded by Councilman McCall and on roll call carried by the following vote. Ayes: Five. Noes: None. Absent: None. 32. From the Mayor, nominating Mr. Thomas P. Bolger, 2937 Marina Drive, for appoint- ment to the office of member of the City Planning Board - to serve the unexpired term of Mr. Burt C. Henry, resigned, said term to end June 30, 1961. The matter was referred to "Resolutions". INTRODUCTION OF ORDINANCES: 33. Councilman Haag introduced the following ordinance, which is being enacted in the event of great emergency and necessity. The public off-street parking lots referred to herein will commence to be utilized as such within a period of apProxi- mately eight (8) days, to wit: November 15, 1956; hence, it is extremely urgent and necessary that an appropriate ordinance governing the use of said off-street parking lots be in existence and effect on such date. Therefore, pursuant to Section 3-12 of the Charter of the City of Alameda, this ordinance shall be introduced and passed at one and the same meeting and shall become effective immediately upon passage: "Ordinance No. New Series An Ordinance Establishing Public Off-Street Parking Lots in the City of Alameda by Adding to Chapter 3, Title XVII, of the Alameda Municipal Code, a New Article 7; Prescribing Regulations Relative to Traffic Movement and Parking of Vehicles Therein; Providing for the Installation, Operation, Maintenance, Super- vision, Regulation and Control of the Use of Parking Meters Thereon; Prescribing Rates to be Charged for Parking; and Prescribing Penalties for Violations of the Provisions Hereof." The matter was referred to "Ordinances for Passage". 34. Councilman Hove introduced the following ordinance, which is being enacted in the event of great emergency and necessity. Pursuant to agreement with the United States of America, the completion of the transaction recited herein must be accom- plished on or before November 30, 1956, or a period of approximately twenty-three (23) days from the date of enactment of this ordinance; hence, it is extremely urgent and necessary that this ordinance be in full force and effect prior to the ordinary thirty-day waiting period set out in Section 3-12 of the Charter of the City of Alameda. Therefore, pursuant to Section 3-12 of the Charter of the City of Alameda, this ordinance shall be introduced and passed at one and the same meeting and shall become effective immediately upon passage: "Ordinance No. New Series An Ordinance Authorizing the Acquisition of Certain Real Property Known as Encinal Project, Cal-4113." The matter was referred to "Ordinances for Passage". 35. Councilman McCall introduced the following ordinance, after which it was laid over under provision of law and the Charter: "Ordinance No. New Series An Ordinance Amending Title XI, Chapter 1, Section 11-164 of the Alameda Municipal Code by Adding Thereto a New Subdivision (5), Relating to Temporary Outdoor Advertising Structures." 36. Councilman Moresi introduced the following ordinance, after which it was laid over under provision of law and the Charter: "Ordinance No. New Series An Ordinance Amending Section 17-36)4.1 of the Alameda Municipal Code, Relating to Parking, Limits in Parking Meter Zones ." (South side of Lincoln Avenue, east of Park Street) UNFINISHED BUSINESS: 37i/ The matter of the request from Alameda Chamber of Commerce with regard to the purchase and installation of certain Christmas Decorations for Park and Webster Streets and Santa Clara and Central Avenues. Mr. Froerer reported verbally on this situation, to the effect that, by virtue of the fact that it is not going to be necessary to string lights and pay for electri- cal energy under the proposed Dian - and, in view of the fact that there has been ,5OO. collected by the Chamber to defray the expenses involved, the Chamber ee, requests that 11000. be appropriated from the :;j5,000. Advertising Fund, for the installation of these decorations. He pointed out it has cost the City more in the past for the stringing of lights and paying for the electrical energy. Mr. Donald H. Thorns, Assistant Manager of the Chamber, addressed the Council at this time, stating the Christmas Decorations which are to be installed this year will be wholly owned by the Chamber. He stated that, heretofore, 21500. to 33,OOO. has been spent on renting decorations and, after Christmas, there was nothing to show for it. He figured there will be e net saving of over `„;2,000. The City Manager stated the City does have certain expenses for Christmas decorations - stringing lights along Thompson Avenue and the lights in front of the City Hall - to come out of this 21000. Councilman McCall moved the request of the Alameda Chamber of Commerce be granted; that it be authorized to purchase the life-size reindeer and tri-color garlands, and P)1,000. be appropriated from the Advertising l'unci to defray the cost. The motion was seconded by Councilman Haag and on roll call carried by the following vote. Ayes: Five. Noes: None. Absent: None. In answer to the question of placing these decorations on the clectroliers, Froerer stated the City of Alameda is the owner of the poles. He said that, in his first discussion with Mr. Nutzman, Manager of the Chamber, he had sugpested that, after Mr. Cowan, Superintendent of Utility Operations at the Bureau, had cleared on this matter, the Council could then take its action. Councilman Haag suggested the motion be amended to "grant permission to the Chamber subject to the approval or the Superintendent of Utility Operations". Councilman McCall concurred accordingly. The motion was carried on the following roll call, Ayes: IPive, Noes: None. Absent: None. RESOLUTIONS: 36. The following resolution was introduced by Councilman Hove, who moved its adoption: "Resolution No. Authorizing Execution of Modification of Agreement Dated June 2, 19, Between the City of Alameda and The Housing Authority of the City of Alameda, to Provide Assistance in Operation of Child-Care Centers." Councilman Moresi felt the Council should review the original Agreement and have more information on the subject. Councilman Hove thereupon withdrew his motion and the matter was referred to the Committee of the ho1o, with the request that the Council be given a copy of the original letter. 39, The following resolution was introduced by Councilman HOVe, who moved its adoption: "Resolution No. reh71 Consenting to Sale by Tax Collector of Alameda County of Tax Deeded Lands." (Central Avenue, south side, west of Webster Street) The motion to adopt said resolution was seconded by Councjiman Moresi and on roll call carried by the following vote. Ayes: 'Five. Noes: None. Absent: None. b0. The following resolution was introduced by Councilmen Mores', who moved its adoption: Resolution No. 5472 Resolution of the City of Alameda Designating Areas for Public Off-Street Metered Parking Lots; Estab- lishing the Time of Operation of Parking Meters Located Thereon; Establishing Rates to be Charged for the Use of Said Perking Spaces and Meters; and Establishing Time Limits for Parking Therein; All Pursuant to Ordinance No, 1202, New Series." The motion to adopt said resolution was seconded by Councilman McCall and on roll call carried by the following vote. Ayes: Five. Noes: None. Absent: None. t1. The following resolution was introduced by Councilman McCall, who moved its adoption: "Resolution No. 5473 Authorizing Execution of Agreement Between City of Alameda and United States Naval Air Station, Alameda, California, Relating to Mutual Aid and Assistance in Fire Fighting." The motion to adopt said resolution was seconded by Councilman Haag and on roll call carried by the following vote. Ayes: Five. Noes: None. Absent: None. 42. The following resolution was introduced by Councilman Haag, who moved its adoption: solution No. 5)■74 Appointing Member of the City Planning Board." (Thomas P. Bolger) The motion to adopt said resolution was seconded oy Councilman Hove and on roll call carried by the following vote. Ayes: Five. Noes: None. Absent: None. )43. The following resolution was introduced by Councilman Hove, who moved its adoption: "Resolution No. 5475 Removing MeMber of the City Planning Board." (Mrs. Tova Petersen Wiley) The motion to adopt said resolution was seconded by Councilman Moresi and on roll call carried by the following vote. Ayes: Five. Noes: None. Absent: None. The following persons spoke in vigorous protest against the Council's action:. Douglas D. Stafford, M.D., Mrs. Chris Freeman, Mrs. J. Benton Coffman, and Miss Mildred S. Meyers. Mrs. Wiley stated she had learned a great deal about her City through her experience as a member of the Planning Board and she fully expects to take a very lively interest in the plans of the community. President Kranelly thereupon deo ed all the foregoing resolutions duly adopted and passed. ORDINANCES FOR PASSAGE: 44. "Ordinance No. 1200, New Series An Ordinance Authorizing the Conveyance by Quitclaim Deed of a Certain City Owned Easement to the United States of America." Councilman McCall moved the ordinance be adopted as read. The motion was seconded by Councilman Haag and on roll cal] carried by t e followinp, vote. Ayes: Fiveo Noes: None. Absent: None. "Ordinance No. 1201, New Series An Ordinance of the City of Alameda Authorizing a Contract Between the City Council of the City of Alameda and the Board of Administration, California State Employees' Retirement System, Providing for the Participation of Said City of Alameda in Said State Employees' Retirement System Making Its Employees Members of Said System, with the Exception of Local Policemen, Firemen and Health Department Employees; Amending Ordinance No. 673, N.S. to Exclude Employees Who Enter into the State Employees Retirement System. " Councilman Hove moved the ordinance be adopted as read. The motion was seconded by Councilman Moresi and on roll call carried by the following vote. Ayes: Five. Noes: None, Absent: None. "Ordinance No. 1202, New Series An Ordinance Establishing Public Off-Street Parking Lots in the City of Alameda by Adding to Chapter 3, Title XVII, of the Alameda Municipal Code, a New Article 7; Prescribing Regulations Relative to Traffic Movement and Parking of Vehicles Therein; Providing for the installation, Operation, Mainten- ance, Supervision, Regulation and Control of the Use of Parking Meters Thereon; Prescribing Rates to be Charged for Parking; and Prescribing Penalties for Violations of the Provisions Hereof." Councilman Moresi moved the ordinance be adopted as read. The motion was seconded by Councilman McCall and on roll call carried by the following vote. Ayes: Five. Noes: None. Absent: None. 47:1- "Ordinance No. 1203, New Series An Ordinance Authorizing the Acquisition of Certain Real Property Known as Encinal Project, Cal-4113." Councilman Moresi moved the ordinance be adopted as read. The motion was seconded by Councilman McCall and on roll call carried by the following vote. Ayes: Five. Noos: None. Absent: None. 48. "Ordinance No. 1204 Nevi Series An Ordinance Authorizing Grant of Easement Over Certain City Owned Property to Dorothy T. Mayo, and American Trust Company, a Corporation, Trustees, and Repealing a Portion of Ordinance No. 1185 N.S., Relating to Said Easement." Councilman McCall moved the ordinance be adopted as read. The motion was seconded by Councilman Haag and on roll call carried by the following vote. Ayes: Five. Noes: None. Absent: None. 49. "Ordinance No. 1205 New Series An Ordinance Amending the Alameda Municipal Coda by Addlng Subdivision (710 to Section 17-',J32 Thereof, Relating to Stop intersections." (Moreland Drive and Buena Vista Avenue) Councilman Haag moved the ordinance be adopted as read. The motion was seconded by Councilman Hove and on roll call carried by the following vote. Ayes: Five. Noes: None. Absent: None. o0. "Ordinance No. New Series An Ordinance Amending the Alameda Municipal Code by Repealing Article 1, Chapter 3, Title XI, and Inserting in Its Place and Stead the Following Article 1, Chap- ter 3, oC Title XI, Prescribing Rules and Regulations Governing the Planning and Subdividing of Land and the Filing and Approval of Subdivision Maps." Councilman Moresi stated the Committee lists some objections to certain provisions of the ordinance which need further study and clarification. In response to President Kranelly, Nr. Annibale stated he had received P. copy of the objections and had made up his mind tentatively on most of the matters, but has not had time to confirm them - nor has a meeting been held by the Committee and the Plan- ning Director, City Engineer and himself. Mr. Fernhoff said the Committee had wanted to have this meeting but, unfortunately, it could not do so - it had to hurry to even get the report prepared sufficiently to present. President Kranelly emphasized that, as indicated at the last meeting, the Council is most anxious to have the matter of the subdivision ordinance settled at the earliest possible date. He felt the Council should adjourn to a meeting at a later date to discuss nothing but this one item. It was determined the Council would adjourn this meeting to an adjourned regular meeting to be held Tuesday evening, November 13, 1956, at 7:30 o'clock. FILING: 51, Financial Statement - Bureau of Electricity, as at September 30, 1956 Verified by George A. Hackleman,& Co. BILLS: 52. Itemized Lists of Claims against the City of Alameda and the Departments thereof, in the total amounts of ")11L2,613.11 and "556.28, were submitted to the Council at this meeting. The lists were accompanied by certification from the City Manager that the Clai shown were correct. Councilman McCall moved the bills as itemized in the List of Claims filed with the City Clerk on November 7, 1956, plus an additional bill in the amount of 9!44.70, payable to Lino J. Lorenzetti on his annual contract - and presented to the Council at this time, be allowed and paid. The motion was seconded by Councilman Haag and on roll call carried by the following vote. Ayes: Five. Noes: None. Absent: None. ADJOURNMENT: 53. There being no further business to come before the meeting, the Council adjourned - to assemble in adjourned regular meeting on Tuesday evening, Novem- ber 13, 1956, at 7:30 o'clock. Respectfully submitted,