Loading...
1954-04-06 Regular CC MinutesREGULAR MEETING OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ALAMEDA HELD TUESDAY EVENING, APRIL 6, - - 1954 The meeting convened at 8:00 o'clock P. M. with President Sweeney presiding. The meeting was opened with the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag, lead by Councilman Moresie ROLL CALL: The roll was called and Councilmen Anderson, Jones, McCall, Noresi and President Sweeney, (5) were noted present. MINUTES: 1. The minutes of the adjourned regular meeting held March 2 as transcribed. OPENING OF BIDS: 1954, were approved 2,V Bids were received and read for the furnishing of 8 new 1954, latest model two-door sedans for the Police Department, in accord-nce with Specifications and Provisions therefor, No. MS 3-54-4, as follows: From Garland Chevrolet Co. Accompanied by certified check in amount From Morris Landy Motors Accompanied by cashiers check in amount of A7,680.99 768.10 922.68 892.27 The bids were referred to the City Manager for study and recommendation. WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS: From Wallace B. Boggs, County Surveyor and Road Commissioner, with regard to the improvement of the lighting in Posey Tube. Mr. Boggs stated. he has recommended to the Board of Supervisors of Alameda County that a conference be held with representatives of the Cities of Alameda and Oakland and the East Bay Chapter of the National Safety Council at which matters affecting traffic within the Tube may be freely discussed. Mr. Froerer stated he had not heard anything definite on this proposed meeting as Mr. Hassler, City Manager of Oakland, has been awar from his office lately, but he hopes to have a meeting at a very early date. From Mr. Irwin M. Johnson, Architect, submitting his proposal to design and construct the proposed swimming pool for the City - or, if an Architect has already been. selected, he would. like to be given consideration as a technical consultant, at a fee of one per cent of the cost of the project. President Sweeney stated that, if agreeable, the matter would be referred to the Committee of the Whole for further consideration and the letter would, be acknowledged. according ly. 5. From Mr. Thomas P. Wood, requesting the necessary steps be taken to abandon a portion of Fountain Street south of Otis Drive in order that he may fill and improve it, together with property owned by him located immediately adjacent to the east and west thereof. President Sweeney stated this matter will be referred to the City Manager, Planning Consultant and Planning Board for their consideration and report back to the Council. 6. / From Waterside Terrace-Thompson Home Owners Association, stating the Directors of this organization have unanimously approved the proposed plans of the Alameda South Shore Land Company and expressed the hope the City Council will give this development plan its unequivocal support. President Sweeney stated the Council has not yet received copies of the transcript of the meeting held recently on the matter of the south shore development and, this communication will be referred to the file on this subject, From Alameda Hospital Medical Staff, Paul L. Jones, M. D., President, sub- mitting certain names of physicians for consideration as appointees to the newly created Advisory Health Board. Councilman Jones suggested this letter be referred to the Mayor, who, at the proper time, will nominate two physicians for confirmation by the Council. It was so ordered. 8. From. Mr. Art Christense, Director of Peralta Stamp Club, with regard to observance of 'e 100th Anniversary of Alameda Post Office onApril 18 He stated that Postmaster Ford. F. Samuel has arranged to use a special cancellation from April 16, through April 24, on all first class mail originating in the community. Mr. Christensen solicited help in the Club's effort to add to the knowledge of the postal history of Alameda. Councilman Anderson moved the Mayor proclaim an observance of the 100th Anniversary of the Alameda Post Office. The motion was seconded by Councilman Jones and unani- mously carried. Councilman Moresi suggested the letter be referred to the Alameda Historical Society and it was so ordered. 9. From Mr, C. C. Howard, 126 Weber Street, making certain suggestions concerning the proposed development of the south shore. President Sweeney stated the letter will be acknowledged and referred to the file on this subject. 10. From Key System.. Transit Lines, submitting a copy of its Annual Report to the • Public Utilities Commission of the State of California and also three copies of the Annual Report to Stockholders of the Railway Equipment & Realty Company, Ltd. This is in accordance with provisions of Ordinance No. 972, New Series, granting its franchise. Councilman Anderson suggested the City Treasurer review these reports and give the Council an idea as to whether the Company has made a profit or a loss. He said he felt that was the point in having these Annual Reports filed - so the Council could ascertain . the financial status of the Company. 11' the Alameda Homeowners' Association, signed by John C. Van. •Valkenburg, President, commending the Council for having held a meeting recently to discuss the proposed south shore development and submitting certain questions for consideration prior to any action being taken for the sale of city-owned sand for use in. the south shore tidelands. President Sweeney referred this letter to the file on the subject. 12. From Mr. William ':reinmann, 705 Grand Street, stating he felt no fill of the south shore should be permitted until a new tube is actually started because if fill were permitted and the land built upon, the traffic situation would be impossible. President Sweeney also referred this letter to the file on the subject. Two letters were read from Mr. Paul Wood, dated March 5, 19511 and April 6, 195, in which he submitted his Proposal to dedicate n public way to the City, 26 feet wide and extend'ng easterly from Post Street a distance of approximately 100 feet, with a cul de sac at the easterly end thereof 50 feet in diameter. He explained that it is necessary to have this dedication as a public way in order to procure FHA loans to huild three new homes fronting Or this cul de sac which he proposes to do. In his second letter, he stated that, if the public way is approved, he will agree to in- stall sanitary sewers, a storm drain and to pave and install curbs in the twenty-six foot public way and will also deed the remaining one-foot strip to the property owner on the northerly side of said public way. Photographs and an engineer's drawing of the property involved accompanied the letters. Also, a petition was read signed by eleven families residing in the immediate vicinity of Post and Clay Streets, urging that the City accept the offer of dedication as the proposed development will greatly improve the appearance of the neighborhood. President Sweeney referred the matter to the City Manager for his investigation and report to the Council. Councilman Anderson stated that if the City lianager is familiar with the situation and since he felt Mr0 Wood is desirous of benefitting the City by making this improve- ment, he thought action could be taken now so he could go ahead and develop the property and it could be put on the tax, rolls. Mr. Froerer stated he was entirely familiar with the proposed project but he would like to have time to procure the approval of the Planning Department of the City - also, in order to consummate this matter, it would be necessary to have certain deeds and documents approved by the Council. Councilman Anderson asked about street lights on this proposed dedicated public way. Yr. Froerer stated there were no plans for this item as yet but it would be one of the matters which world have to be taken un with. ',Toed. He stated all engineerng details, together with that of lighting, would have to be reviewed. 1L:( A petition was read, signed by 162 residents of the west end area, requesting the City Council to investigate the feasibility of acquiring the Government-owned Atlantic Trailer Project adjacent to Woodstock School for the purpose of cooperating with the Board of Education in the development of a City School-Park Playground. It was pointed out the Project is soon to be released and such development ,,Tould greatly serve the area which, at present, is very deficient in such desirabl e facilities. A communication was also read from the West Alameda Association, stating it desires to go on record as endorsing the purchase of this property by the City of Alameda for the conversion of same into a Park - Playground for the use of citizens in that locality. Councilman Moresi stated the recommendation that consideration be given this matter had originally come from the Planning Board and she inquired if anything further had been done. Mr. Froerer stated the Planning Director is now making a review of the situation and called attention to the fact that the Planning Board had also asked the Council to determine whether or not some additional property should be acquired in connection with this development. He said he had discussed the matter with Mr. Campbell and he is about ready to make a recommendation. The matter was referred to the City Manager and Planning Consultant for their report. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS: 1 ✓ 5 Mr. Frank Gottstein complimented the Council on the manner in which the recent meeting at the High School had been conducted on the matter of the proposed develop- ment of,the south shore. He stated that the most important facts to be given con- sideration are those of the elevation of the fill and the proper drainage. f 16. Mrs. Agnes O'Connor addressed the Council, on behalf of the Apartment House Association of Alameda County, and stated she felt there was no need for more business or homes in this area and the proposed plan for the development of the South Shore should never have reached the Council. vi 17. Mrs. Robert Andrus, 3214 Fairview Avenue, asked when the new golf course is to be completed. Upon request, Mr. Froerer replied this matter. He stated the plans Also, there is a study being made out that when the plans are ready the big problem of financing. REPORTS OF COMMITTEES: that the Golf Commission of the City advises upon for an additional 18 holes are about complete. for a Club House at the present time. He pointed and cost estimates have been prepared - then comes 18. From the City Manager, recommending that Inspector Jack Fink be permitted to attend the Federal Bureau of Investigation and California Criminal Identification Check Conference, to be held at the California Highway Patrol Academy, Sacramento, on April 8 and 9, 1954; that $18. be appropriated for his expenses and he be allowed to use a City car for transportation. Councilman Anderson moved the City Manager's recommendation be ado ted; that Inspector Fink be authorized to attend the designated Conference, 18. be appropriated to defray expenses and a City car be used for his transportation. The motion was seconded by Councilman McCall and on roll call carried by the following vote. Ayes: Councilmen Anderson, Jones, McCall, Moresi and President Sweeney, (5). Noes: None. Absent: None. 19. From the City Manager, submitting the findings of the City Engineer concerning his investigation of the matter of widening Walnut and Willow Streets. The esti- mated costs would be ?81,600. for Willow Street and 5100,190. for Walnut Street, or a total of $181,790. - and the City Manager stated the benefits from such widening of these streets would not be commensurate with the expense involved. Councilman Anderson moved the findings of the City Manager be adopted. Councilman Jones stated he understood the matter of establishing Walnut and Willow Streets as one -way streets was to be investigated - and he would second the motion not to widen these streets provided the City Manager be instructed to investigate the possibility of making them one -way streets. The amendment was accepted by Councilman Anderson and on roll call the motion was carried by the following vote. Ayes: Councilmen Anderson, Jones, McCall, Moresi and President Sweeney, (5). Noes: None. Absent: None. 20. From the City Planning Board, recommending the reclassification of a certain 10 -foot strip at the rear of property known as.704 Central Avenue - from the "A" to the "D" Commercial District. This area is to be used in connection with the existing grocery store on the front of this property and a warehouse and garage proposed to be erected on the property immediately adjacent to the east,, known as. 710 Central Avenue. The matter was referred to "Introduction of Ordinances ". 21/ From the City Planning Board, recommending the reclassification of the property known as 1518 Pearl Street, and certain portions of the lot known as 1522 Pearl Street, as specifically described - from the "A" One- Family Dwelling District to the "B" Two - to -Four Family Dwelling District - for the purpose of constructing two five - apartment dwellings in accordance with the corrected plan filed with the Secretary. The matter was referred to "Introduction of Ordinances ". 22. From Thomas M. Lane, Chief of Alameda Fire Department, addressed to the City Manager, informing him that the Fire Department has received Honorable Mention for Fire Prevention Week activities for 1953. President Sweeney remarked that the City's Fire Department is outstanding and he complimented the Chief and the men in his Department for receiving this honor. Councilman Anderson stated he knows the Alameda Fire Department has done a very fine job but he said he thought the City also has a very fine Police Department and he was very proud of it and the work it does, and he felt it was about time some recognition was given the Police Department. President Sweeney concurred that the services performed by both of these City Depart- ments are outstanding. 23. From Mrs. Regina K. Stafford, member of the Social Service Board, requesting a leave of absence from the State for the period from May 3, through August 16, 1954. Councilman Jones moved Mrs. Stafford be granted the requested leave of absence for the period specified. The motion was seconded by Councilman Moresi and on roll call carried by the following vote. Ayes: Councilmen Anderson, Jones, McCall, Moresi and President Sweeney, (5). Noes: None. Absent: None. 24/ From the City Manager, requesting permission be granted Mrs. Virginia Laue, City Laboratory Technician, to attend a training institute for Laboratory Directors at Asilomar, on May 14, through May 16, 1954,. and 425. be appropriated for this purpose. Councilman Moresi moved the City Manager's request be approved; that Mrs. Laue be permitted to attend the designated training institute and $25. be appropriated for her expenses. The motion was seconded by Councilman Anderson and on roll call carried by the following vote. Ayes: Councilmen Anderson, Jones, McCall, Moresi and President Sweeney, (5). Noes: None. Absent: None. ?5:/ From the City Manager, requesting permission be granted Dr. Frost, City Health Officer, to attend a California Conference of Local Health Officers, to be held in Los Angeles on May 13 and 14., 1954; that $$100. be appropriated for this purpose and he be allowed to use a City car for transportation. He pointed out that, under the California Health and Safety Code, local Health Officers are obligated to attend this session. His letter also stated the Public Health Section of the California Medical Association is meeting in Los Angeles on May 12, and Dr. Frost plans to attend this meeting too. Councilman Jones moved the City Manager's request be approved; that Dr. Frost be permitted to attend these meetings, 1p100. be appropriated for his expenses and he be allowed to use a City car for transportation. The motion was seconded by Councilman McCall and on roll call carried by the following vote. Ayes: Councilmen Anderson, Jones, McCall, Moresi and President Sweeney, (5). Noes: None. Absent: None. 26: From the City Manager, requesting permission be granted Thomas M. Lane, Fire Chief, to attend a Regional Conference for Senior Fire Officers, to be held at Portland, Oregon, April 22 and 23, 1954, and $100. toe appropriated for this purpose. Councilman Moresi moved the City Manager's request be permitted to attend the designated Conference and fi100 expenses. The motion was seconded by Councilman Jones the following vote. Ayes: Councilmen Anderson, Jones Sweeney, (5). Noes: None. Absent: None. approved; that Chief Lane be . be appropriated for his and on roll call carried by , McCall, Moresi and President INTRODUCTION OF ORDINANCES: 27. Councilman Anderson introduced the following ordinance, after which it was laid over under provision of law and the Charter: "Ordinance No. New Series An Ordinance Reclassifying Property by Adding Section 76 to Ordinance No. 725, New Series." (704. Central Avenue) 28. 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 Reclassifying Property by Adding Section 77 to Ordinance No. 725, New Series." (1518 and portions of 1522 Pearl Street) u � 29. Councilman Jones introduced the following ordinance, after which it was laid over under provision of law and the Charter: "Ordinance No. New Series An Ordinance Authorizing Acceptance and Execution of a Lease of Certain Real Property Made by Alameda Unified School District, a Public Body, and Approving The Form and Terms of Said Lease." RESOLUTIONS: 30. The following resolution was introduced by Councilman Anderson, who moved its adoption: "Resolution No. 4894 Adopting Specifications for Furnishing to the City of Alameda Two (2) New, Complete Trucks, Including Hoists and Two Cubic -Yard Capacity Dump Bodies, Calling for Bids and Directing City Clerk to Advertise Same." The motion to adopt said resolution was seconded by Councilman McCall and on roll call carried by the following vote. Ayes: Councilmen Anderson, Jones, McCall, Moresi and President Sweeney, (5). Noes: None. Absent: None. Thereupon the President declared said Resolution duly adopted and passed. 31. The following resolution was introduced by Councilman Anderson, who moved its adoption: "Resolution No. 4895 Approving Second Supplemental Memorandum of Agreement for Expenditure of Gas Tax Allocation for Major City Streets and Authorizing the Execution Thereof." The motion to adopt said resolution was seconded by Councilman Jones and on roll call carried by the following vote. Ayes: Councilmen Anderson, Jones, McCall, Moresi and President Sweeney, (5). Noes: None. Absent: None. Thereupon the President declared said Resolution duly adopted and passed. 32. The following resolution was introduced by Councilman Moresi, who moved its adoption: "Resolution No. 4896 Transferring $1,500.00 from Garbage Disposal Account 144.230 (Rentals - Equipment) to Account 1)14.343 (Building Materials)." The motion to adopt said resolution was seconded by Councilman Anderson and on roll call carried by the following vote. Ayes: Councilmen Anderson, Jones, McCall, Moresi and President Sweeney, (5). Noes: None. Absent: Nor. Thereupon the President declared said Resolution duly adopted and passed. 33. The following resolution was introduced by Councilman Jones, who moved its adoption: "Resolution ,No. 4897 Adopting Specifications, Special Provisions and Plans for Furnishing and Erecting Chain Link Fences and Chain Link Baseball Back Stops at Krusi Park, Calling for Bids and Directing City Clerk to Advertise Same." The motion to adopt said resolution was seconded by Councilman McCall and on roll call carried by the following vote. Ayes: Councilmen Anderson, Jones, McCall, Moresi and President Sweeney, (5). Noes: None. Absent: None. Thereupon the President declared said Resolution duly adopted and passed. 34. The following resolution was introduced by Councilman Anderson, who moved its adoption: "Resolution No. 4898 IN MEMORIAN TO DR.. WILLIAM G. PADEN 'WITH PROFOUND AND HEARTFELT SORROW the Council of the City of Alameda records the death of one of its most notable and civic minded citizens, DR. WILLIAM G. PADEN, who devoted his entire time and effort to the field of education and who gave unstintingly of his great talent to the promotion of interest and research in history. 'Dr. Paden's career as an educator began as a teacher at Porter School in 1908. He was later appointed Vice Principal of Wilson School and then, in January of 1914, he became Principal of Lincoln School where he remained until his appointment as Superintendent of Alameda Schools in July, 1925. Dr. Paden served in this capacity until his resignation in 1952, at which time he was retained as a consultant to the Board of Education. His outstanding capabilities were further acknowledged in his recent appointment as the Chairman of the California Historical Foundation at the College of Pacific where he had been a Pro- fessor of History since January of this year. 'NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that, in respectful admiration of his fine leadership in his chosen field, the high standard of education set by Dr. Paden for the Alameda Unified School District and in recognition of his many years of community service, the Council of the City of Alameda hereby expresses its sense of personal loss and its sincere gratitude for his personal cooperation in the affairs of the City. 'BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that this Resolution be spread in full upon the minutes of this meeting, and that a copy thereof be transmitted to the family of Dr. Paden, that it may extend to its members a sincere expression of sympathy and condolence; and 'BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that when this meeting of the Council of the City of Alameda adjourns, it shall do so in respect to the memory of DR. WILLIAM G. PADEN." The motion to adopt said resolution was seconded by Councilman McCall and on roll call carried by the following vote. Ayes: Councilmen Anderson, Jones, McCall, Moresi and President Sweeney, (5). Noes: None. Absent: None. Thereupon the President declared said resolution duly adopted and passed. At this time, President Sweeney called upon Councilman Anderson, who spoke in eulogy of Dr. Paden. He stated Dr. Paden's activities had made Alameda known in a very favorable way. In his chosen field, he was eminently successful, had risen to the top and had given the City a very fine educational system for all. He said Dr. Paden was a man who had principle and understanding and he certainly was always willing to speak without equivocation so that one could understand him. Dr. Paden chose to live his seventy -odd years in full activity. He was planning relaxation in the very near future but, upon being called to service elsewhere, he had responded - even after retiring. He was always willing to put forth his best efforst for the interests of someone else. Councilman Anderson stated this meeting will be adjourned in respect to the memory of Dr. Paden for his lifetime of service which the citizens of Alameda had the privilege of receiving. ORDINANCES FOR PASSAGE: 35. "Ordinance No. 1121, New Series An Ordinance Amending the Alameda Municipal Code by Adding Subdivision (58) to Section 17 -432 Thereof, Relating to Stop Intersections." Councilman Anderson moved the ordinance be adopted as read. The motion was seconded by Councilman Moresi and on roll call carried by the following vote. Ayes: Councilmen Anderson, Jones, McCall, Moresi and President Sweeney, (5). Noes: None. Absent: None. FILING: 36. Specifications - No MS 4 -54 -5 - Furnishing 2 Complete Dump Trucks. 37. Lease - Between City of Alameda and Alameda Unified School District. 38. Second Supplemental Memorandum of Agreement - For Expenditure of Gas Tax Allocation for Major City Streets. 39. Annual Report - Key System Transit Lines. 40. Financial Statement - Bureau of Electricity - as of February 28, 1954. Verified by Middleton, Suman & Hackleman. 41. Specifications - No. PW 4 -54 -6 - Furnishing and Erection of Chain Link Fences and Baseball Back Stops at Krusi Park. 42. At this time, President Sweeney called upon Councilman McCall for a progress report on plans for Flag Day. Councilman McCall stated the observance of Flag Day will be held on Sunday, June 13, 1954, and. the theme is "Youth Recognizes Senior Citizens ". He said the massing of the Colors will be even a greater display this year than ever before. The National Guard, together with other military units, is to take part - and with the enthusiastic participation of so many groups, he believed the celebration this year will be outstanding. BILLS: 43. An itemized List of Claims against the City of Alameda and the Departments thereof, in the total amount of $23,967.08, was submitted to the Council at this meeting. The List was accompanied by a certification from the City Manager that the Claims shown were correct. Councilman Anderson moved the bills as itemized in the List of Claims filed with the City Clerk on April 6, 1954, and submitted to the Council at this time, be allowed and paid. The motion was seconded by Councilman McCall and on roll call carried by the following vote. Ayes: Councilmen Anderson, Jones, McCall, Moresi and President Sweeney, (5). Noes: None. Absent: None. ADJOURNMENT: 44. There being no further business to come before the meeting, the Council adjourned in respect to the memory of DR. WILLIAM G. PADEN - to assemble in regular session on Tuesday evening, April 20, 1954, at 8 :00 o'clock. Respectfully submitted,