1954-06-01 Regular CC MinutesREGULAR MEETING OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ALAMEDA
HELD TUESDAY EVENING, JUNE 1, - - - 7 - 1954
The meeting convened at 8:30 otclock P. Y. with President Sweeney presiding.,
The Pledge of Allegiance was lead by Councilman Anderson.
ROLL CALL:
The roll was called and Councilmen Anderson, McCall, Moresi and President
Sweeney, (4), were noted present. Absent: Councilman Jones,, (1).
MINUTES:
1. The minutes of the regular meeting held May 18, 1954, were approved as
transcribed.
OPENING OF BIDS:,
2: No bids were received on the Cityts call for the project of Repair of Portland
Cement Concrete Sidewalk, Driveway, Curb and Gutter for the fiscal year 1954-55
Specifications, Special Provisions and Plans therefor, No. PW 5-54-7.
No bids were received on the City?s call for the project of Resurfacing and
Repair of Asphalt and Bitacqinous Pavement for the fiscal year 1954-55 - Specifi-
cations, Special Provisions and Flans therefor, No, PW 5-54-8.
4Y Two bids were opened and read for the project of the Installation of House
Laterals for the fiscal year 1954-55, in accordance with Specifications, and Special
Provisions,therefor, No. F.,/ 5-54-9, as follows:
From Harold Feehan
,Total, Schedules A, B and C
Accompanied by a Bid Bond
From Daniel L. Trade
Total, Schedules A, B and C - - _ _ - A
3,83L.0
Accompanied by a Bid Bond
5,851.25
Four bids were opened and read for the project of Alterations to the City
Envineerls Office and Other Miscellaneous Worn: in Alameda City Hall, in accordance
with Specifications and Special Provisions therefor, No. FW 5-54-10 as follows:
From Steadman L. Powell, Inc.
Accompanied by a Bid Bond
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806.00
From Haglund Construction Co.
Accompanied by a Bid Bond 9,100.00
From John J. Burnham
Accompanied by a Bid Bond
From Barron & Hartley - -
Accompanied by a check in the amount of -
9,923.00
1,033.00
1,200.00
61 A bid was received and read from John A. Carstensen for furnishing Crusher
Run Base during the fiscal year 1954-55, in accordance with Specifications and
Provisions No. MS 5-54-6, at the price of .55 per ton. The bid was accompanied
by a certified check in the amount of
71. No bids were received on the City's call for furnishing Paving Mixtures and
Asphaltic Emulsions during the fiscal year 95ft-55 - Specifications and Provisions
therefore, No. MS 5-4-7,
8: Two bids were opened and read for furnishing Quarry Waste, Earth Fill and
Top Soil during the fiscal year 1954-55, in accordance with Specifications and
Provisions No, NS 5-54-8, as follows:
From John A. Carstensen
Quarry Waste 1.36 per ton
Earth Fill
1.16 per ton
Top Soil
Accompanied by certified check in amount of 500.
From Mario Valle, dba Ace Excavators
Earth Fill --------- .95 per ton
Accompanied by certified, check in amount of
- - - 2.48 per cu. yd.
9 There were no bids received on the Cityls cal] for furnishing Parking Meters
(Manual) during the fiscal year 195ft-55 - Specifications and Special Provisions
No, MS
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10. One bid was received from Pacific Coast Aggregates, Inc., for furnishing
Portland Cement Concrete Transit Mix during the fiscal year '954-55, in accordance
with Specifications and Provisions No. MS 5-5L.-10. The bid was accompanied by a
certified check in the amount of A128.10.
11: Bids were opened and read for furnishing Non Premium and Ethyl Gasoline to the
City during the fiscal year 1954-55, in accordance with Specifications and. Provisions
therefor, No. MS 5-54-11, as follows:
From Union Oil Company of California
Non Premium - .211 per gal.
Ethyl - - - .2)44 per gal.
Accompanied by certified check in amount of ' 500.
From Standard Oil Company of California
Chevron .211 per gal.
Chevron Supreme - - .233 per gal.
Accompanied by certified check in amount of 00.
From Tide Water Associrited Oil Company
Flying A .1962 per 7a
Flying A Ethyl ------ .2132 per 7a
Accompanied by certified check in amount of
From Shell Oil Company
Non Premium - .1985 per gal.
Ethyl - - .22 per gal.
Accompanied by certified check in amount of 500.
From Seaside Oil Company
Silver Gull --------- .2060 per gal.
Ethyl .2280 per 7a
Accompanied by certified check in amount of D 500.
From Signal 011 Company
Non Premium - .1917 per gal.
Ethyl -
Accompanied by a Bid Bond
From Richfield 011 Corporation
Hi-Octane .2009 per gal.
Ethyl
Accompanied by certified check in amoung of A 500.
12. A bid was submitted from Alameda Times-Star for Legal Advertising during the
fiscal year 1954-55, at the following prices: First Insertion: 31.75 per square;
Second and Subsequent Insertions, 4.$1.25 per square.
13% Three bids were opened and read for Operating the Refreshment Concession et
Alameda Municipal Golf Course for the period ending June 30, 1956, in accordance
with Specifications and Special Provisions No. MS 5-54-12, as follows:
From Harry W. Loux, Sr.
Fourteen and one-half per cent of gross receipts
Accompanied by Money Order in amount of A100.
From Bernard Segal
Twelve and one-half per cent of gross receipts
Accompanied by certified check in amount of 100.
From John Rapnoselli
Sixteen per cent of gross receipts
Accompanied by cashier's check in amount of "100.
.2137 per gal,
_ .2229 per gal.
All of the foregoing 'bids were referred to the City Manager and City Engineer for
their study and recommendation.
Upon the City Attorney's suggestion, Councilman Anderson moved the City Manager be
authorized to make purchases in the open market of the several items for which there
were no bids. The motion was seconded by Councilman McCall and on roll call carried
by the following vote. Ayes: Councilmen Anderson, McCall, Moresi and President
Sweeney, ()4). Noes: None. Absent: Councilman Jones, (1 .
WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS:
14. A copy of a letter, addressed to the Planning Board, was read from the Board of
Directors, iraterside Terrace-Thompson Home Owners Association, signed by A. N. Veltman,
Secretary-Treasurer - protesting against the requested abandonment of three public
accesses to the Estuary from Fernside Boulevard.
President Sweeney stated there is a Resolution of Intention on the agenda, which sets
forth the time for a Public Hearing on this matter as of July 6, 1954. He said that
the Chair, however will recognize any proponents or opponents at this particular
time if there are any who wish to speak on this subject.
Mr. Stanley D. Whitney, Attorney, represented the proponents in this matter. He
said he took issue with the organization which wrote the letter because, so far as
his clients can determine, it is a paper organization rather than one which actually
has members. He claimed it does not hold any regular meetings. He stated his
group has been circulating a petition - and out of 154 residents in this immediate
vicinity, some 94 have signed it. He said the letter speaks of the ability to fish
or swim at the end of these easements - he pointed out there just isn't any beach -
the land drops off abruptly and, out from the shore, one runs into mud and silt.
So far as occupation of these pathways by the adjacent property owners, he said
there has been no unlawful trespassing. He stated it is their belief - and the
Planning Board indicated at its meeting last week - that abandonment is favored
because these easements are altogether too narrow for practical purposes. He
pointed out there are other wider streets going down to the water which could be
developed for taking boats to the channel. He said all of these easements are just
nuisances.
Councilman Anderson asked when the easements were created and Mr. Whitney stated
they appear on a map of waterside Terrace which was adopted August 20, 1912. He
said that, since that tine, no development has ever been made by the City - no
improvement or maintenance.
Mr. K. B. Key spoke in opposition to the proposed abandonment. He stated these
areas are not easements - they are public ways - the same as any street. He said
that, before giving away property of that nature, a great deal of consideration
should be given the matter. He stated his group had only one request to make -
that action be deferred pending receipt of recommendations from the City Planning
Board and a full Council.
Mr. Harold C. Ward, 3324 Fernside Boulevard, stated these three public rights-of-
way to the Estuary are an asset to the property along the water. He felt the
easements should be kept open and pleaded with the Council to "stick" with the
Planning Board and improve these easements so anyone could go to the beach.
Mr. Oscar W. Euler, 3355 Fernside Boulevard, stated the situation there is bad -
water is far from clear - and he is constantly pulling youngsters out of the water.
Mr. Key stated these public ways are in the Master Plan for public recreation
purposes and he thought the City will now do something with them. He emphasized
that the Planning Director and Consultant should be given an opportunity to make
a study and report.
Councilman Anderson asked if the City Health Department recommends this area of
water for swimming now. Mr. Key answered that it does not - but the Extuary is
gradually being cleared.
Mr. Robert Tennant, 3329 Fernside Boulevard, cited problem of parking cars and
trailers of people taking their boats down these ways.
Mrs. Roy E. Neill, 3231 Fernside Boulevard, stated the Estuary is now used as a
speed boat lane and when they are going along they have to be watchful for swimmers.
She felt it is more important that people have the right to use the Estuary for
speedboating.
Mr. Key stated all must realize that swimming and boating are not too compatible -
but the Planning Board should be relied upon to give proper consideration to this
matter.
Mr. Norman Eierman, 2933 Marina Drive, stated that, some years ago, there was
consideration given to putting a boat launching ramp at the foot of Grand Street -
it was a wide street and would contribute the greatest benefit to the greatest
number of people.
President Sweeney stated this matter will come up under "Resolutions" and pointed
out that the Planning Board and Planning Consultant will give the matter their
consideration before the date set for the Public Hearing.
16. From Mr, Harve M. 1Jan less, requesting the approval of the Council for the
transfer of the on-sale general liquor license of Mr. Fred Nemanny at 1257 Park
Street - "The Cave" - to the premises at 647 Buena Vista Avenue - "The Pinroom".
His letter was accompanied by plans of the proposed cocktail lounge.
15. A copy of a letter was read, the original of which had been sent to the Board
of Education, from Temple Israel, signed by Morris D. Kouff, President - protesting
against the erection of a swimming pool adjacent to its House of Worship.
President Sweeney stated this matter would probably be given attention by the Board
of Education.
Mr. Wanless, being noted present, was called upon to explain the situation. He
stated that application has been made to the State Board of Equalization and legally
publicized in the Alameda Time -Star. He had understood this was the course to
follow.
Upon request, City Attorney Clark stated the procedure is that an application is
filed for transfer of license with the State Board, which, in addition to publishing
the notice of the request, also notifies the Legislative Body of the City involved.
At that time the Council, through the City Manager, consults with the Police Depart-
ment, to determine whether or not it will oppose or grant the license.
Councilman Anderson explained that, since this is an administrative matter, the City
Council have a recommendation from the City Manager and the Chief of Police before
voting on the request, so that it will know everything is in order.
Councilman McCall sugested that possibly the City Manager should contact Mr. Quinn
of the State Board of Equalization in order to expedite the matter.
Mr. Wanless expressed appreciation to the Council for its courtesy.
ORAL COMMUNICATIONS:
17. Mr. Oscar Euler stated something should be done about the sewers along the
Estuary - he felt it is up to the City to hook these sewers up properly. He cited
the fact that the large industrial plants on the Oakland side have their sewers
emptying into the Estuary. He also claimed that at high tide the debris from the
City Dump is washed into the Estuary and a great deal of the contamination is
coming right from that spot.
Councilman Moresi moved the City Manager make a thorough investigation of this
condition to ascertain if this situation exists. The motion was seconded by Council-
man McCall and unanimously carried.
Councilman McCall stated he was greatly interested in the subject of water pollution -
and suggested Mr. Harrison of the Regional Water Pollution Control Board at the main
office in Oakland be contacted. He pointed out there would be no trouble whatsoever
to make a request to this office to have one of its officials make a check - it has
experts for just such purpose.
Councilman McCall also suggested the City Manager investigate the situation in
Oakland as to whether or not it is permissible to swim in the waters of this area.
REPORTS OF COMMITTEES:
18. From the City Planning Board, recommending that Van Buren Street be permanently
closed between. Mound and Court Streets - and that certain landscaping be done along
the outside of the fences as shown on the modified plan for the proper development
of the school facilities as submitted by the Planning Director. The communication
set forth three specific reasons for taking this step, as recommended by both the
Planning Director and Planning Consultant.
Councilman Moresi moved the City Attorney prepare the necessary papers for a
revocable vacation of this street as indicated for school use. The motion was
seconded by Councilman McCall.
Councilman Anderson stated this could be made as an additional condition to accept-
ing the recommendation of the Planning Board and the closing be predicated upon the
facts as specified.
With the consent of the sccond, Councilman Moresi accepted the amendment to her
motion and on roll call it was carried by the following vote. Ayes: Councilmen
Anderson, McCall, Moresi and President Sweeney, (4). Noes: None. Absent:
Councilmen Jones, (1).
19: At this point, Councilman Anderson moved that a sum not to exceed 1i00. be
appropriated to send a member of the Council to a meeting of the League of California
Cities, to be held in Santa Barbara on June 3 and 4. The motion was seconded by
Councilman McCall and on roll call carried by the following vote. Ayes: Councilmen
Anderson, McCall, Moresi and President Sweeney, (). Noes: None. Absent: Council-
man Jones, (1).
20. From the Vice Mayor, City Manager and City Auditor, submitting their report on
the Count of Money held May 19, 1954 at which time there was '3,691,510.82 in the
City Treasury.
Councilman Anderson moved the report be accepted and filed. The motion was seconded
by Councilman Moresi and unanimously carried.
21. From the Mayor, advising that the following have accepted appointments to the
Off-Street Parking Committee: Messrs. Elmer Tilton, Russell Franck, Marion Miller,
S. A. Heaton, Henry Mageenti, Louis Groper and Edward Souza.
22. From the Mayor, nominating Mrs. Lee H. Cavanaugh for reappointment as a member
of the Board of Education for the term commencing July 1, 1954 and expiring
June 30, 1959.
23. From the Mayor, nominating Mrs. Tova Petersen Wiley for reappointment as
a member of the City Planning Board for the term commencing July 1, 1 954 and
expiring June 30, 1959.
24: From the Mayor, nominating Mr. Richard F. Houck for reappointment as a
member of the Civil Service Board for the Term commencing July 1, 1954, and
expiring June 30, 1959,
25. From the Mayor, nominating Mr. John M. O'Dea for reappointment as a member
of the Public Utilities Board for the term commencing July 1, 1954, and expiring
June 30, 1958.
26. From the Mayor, nominating Mr. Frank D. Kelly for reappointment as a member
of the Library Board for the term commencing July 1, 1 954, and expiring June 30,1959.
27. From the Mayor, nominating Mr. Welles Whitmore, Jr., for reappointment as a
member of the Social Service Board for the term commencing July 1, 1954, and
expiring June 30, 1957.
28. From the Mayor, nominating Mr. George L. Kennard for appointment as a member
of the Social Service Board for the Term commencing July 1, 1954, and expiring
June 30, 1957.
The foregoing nominations were referred to "Resolutions".
INTRODUCTION OF ORDINANCES:
29. 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 the Alameda Municipal Code by
Adding Thereto a New Section to be Numbered 15-111,
Relating to the Preparation and Cooking of Food in
Hotels".
30. 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 Vacating a Sewer Easement in Certain
Lands and Authorizing Execution of Quitclaim Deed
to Thomas Wood (Also Known as Paul Wood) and
Vivian Wood, His Wife."
UNFINISHED BUSINESS:
3l. At this point, Councilman Anderson brought up the subject of Lincoln Avenue
and the proposed improvement thereof. He stated it will cost about a2,000. to
put this street in a reasonably usable condition - and it will cost about '3750,000.
to reconstruct the street to effect the condition it should be put in. He said
that, at present, the City will probably spend only the 112,000. because money is
short. He said he would like to have an expression of opinion from the people,
since the Council represents the people, as to holding a bond issue and doing the
job right. He said he felt that if Lincoln Avenue were improved by the sale of
bonds it is not putting an unjust burden on generations to come. He thought this
method would be economically sound and fair. He pointed out that over a period of
years, people should not be called upon to take great sums of money out of the
general fund. He emphasized that it would be a sound, equitable plan to put
Lincoln Avenue, from Eighth to Park Streets, in fine condition by a bond issue.
President Sweeney asked if the City could have Lincoln Avenue included in the
State Highway System.
City Manager Froerer stated that if it were a State highway, the State would be
responsible for it - however, it would have the same Status as the Tube or any
other highway running through the City - all previous highways would have to be
cleaned up of all critical deficiencies before Lincoln Avenue could be worked on.
Councilman Anderson said he understood it would depend upon the amount of traffic
on this street if it were to become a State Highway. He pointed out there is the
question of having the Highway Commission do something about a new tube - and he
felt that first things should come first.
Councilpqr Moresi inquired about the plans of the Federal Government to appropriate
money andpinceed with Improvement of Fruitvale Avenue Bridge. Mr. Froerer stated
the approaches to this bridge are in a very deplorable condition and might become
hazardous. He explained that the proposed improvements are to enlace the pile bents
at each end - this will not change the condition of the roadbed service in any way.
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Councilman McCall stated he thought the cio Manager had already been authorized
to go ahead with this 12,000. improvement project.
Councilman Anderson agreed this is true - but felt it is a question of spending
12,000. or doing the job right.
Mr. Froerer stated he and the City Engineer are faced with a great problem in
keeping the surface of Lincoln Avenue in a reasonably usable condition - and
emphasized that the 12,000. will have to be spent before the City could ever ge
bond money to do a complete job of reconstruction.
Mr. Frank Gottstein stated it is very important to Fet this street fixed - as
much so as getting another tube - and he concurred with Councilman Anderson in
having a bond issue voted upon.
REOLUTTONS:
32. The following resolution was introduced by Councilman McCall, who moved its
adoption:
neso ution No. 4918
Rescinding Resolutions Numbered 4876, h877, 4878/
4879, h880, )1881, 4882 and h883, Relating to
Acquisition of Certain Temporary War Housing Projects."
The motion to adopt said resolution was seconded by Councilman Anderson and on
roll call carried by the following vote. Ayes: Councilmen Anderson, McCall,
Moresi and President Sweeney, (4). Noes: None. Absent: Councilman Jones, (1).
Thereupon the President declared said resolution duly adopted and passed.
33. The following resolution was introduced by Councilman Moresi, who moved its
adoption:
"Resolution No 4919
Authorizine Execution of Agreement with Housing
Authority of the City of Alameda with Respect to
Certain Temporary War Housing Projects."
The motion to adopt said resolution was seconded by Councilman Anderson and on
roll call carried by the following vote. Ayes: Councilmen Anderson, McCall,
Moresi and President Sweeney, (L). Noes: None, Absent: Councilman Jones, (1).
Thereupon the President declared said resolution duly adopted and passed.
34. The following, seven resolutions were introduced by Councilman ±-,nderson,
who moved their adoption:
"Resolution No, 920
Approvin7 .nequest for Transfer of Temporary Public
Housing to the Horsing ihority of the City of
Alameda - Musing Authority Resolution No. 233)
"Resolution No. 11921
Approving Request for Transfer of Temporary Public
Housing to the iiousine Authority of the City of
Alameda - (Housin Authority Resolution 7o. 23L.)
"Resolution No, h922
Approvire Request for Transfer of Temporary Public
Housing to the Housing Authority of the City of
Alameda - (Housin7 Authority Resolution ijo. 235)
"Resolutlon No. 4923
Approving Request for Transfer of Temporary Pub
Housing to the Housing Authority of the City of
Alameda - (Hoasine Authority Resolution No. 236)
"Resolution Mo. 492h
Approving Request for Transfer of Temporary Public
Housing to the Housing Authority of the City of
Alameda - (Housing Authority Resolution No. 237)
"Resolution No. 11,925
Approving Request for Transfer of Temporary Public
Housing to the Housing Authority of the City of
Alameda - (Housing Authority Resolution No. 238)
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"Resolution No. 4926
Approving leguest for Transfer of Temporary Public
Housing to the Housing Authority of the City of
Alameda - Housing Authority Resolution No. 239)"
The motion to adopt the foregoing seven resolutions was seconded by Councilman
Tioresi and on roll call carried by the following vote. Ayes: Councilmen Anderson,
McCall, Moresi and President Sweeney, (4). Noes: Hone. Absent: Councilman
Jones, (1)• Thereupon the President declared said resolution duly adopted and
passed.
35. The following resolution was introduced by Councilman McCall, who moved its
adoption:
"Resolution No. 4927
Appointing Member of the Board of Education."
The motion to adopt said resolution was seconded by Councilr-an Moresi and on roll
call carried by the following vote. Ayes: Councilmen Anderson, McCall, Moresi,
and President Sweeney, (L). Noes: None. Absent: Councilman Jones, (1).
Thereupon the President declared said resolution duly adopted and passed.
36. The following resolution was introduced by Councilman Anderson, who moved its
adoption:
"Resolution No. 4926
Appointing Member of the City Planning Board."
The motion to adopt said resolution was seconded by Councilman Moresi and on roll
call carried by the following vote. Ayes: Councilmen Anderson, McCall, loresi,
and President Sweeney, (4). Noes: None. Absent: Councilman Jones, (1).
Thereupon the President declared said resolution duly adopted and passed.
37. The following resolution was introduced by Councilman Moresi, who moved its
adoption:
"Resolution No. 4929
Appointing Member of the Civil Service Board."
The motion to adopt said resolution was seconded by Councilman McCall and on roll
call carried by the following vote. Ayes: Councilmen Anderson, McCall, Moresi,
and President Sweeney, (4). Noes: None. Absent: Councilman Jones, (1).
Thereupon the President declared said resolution duly adopted and passed.
38. The following resolution was introduced by Councilman McCall, who moved its
adoption:
"Resolution No. 4930
Appointing Member of the Public Utilities Board."
The motion to adopt said resolution was seconded by Councilman Moresi and on roll
call carried by the following vote. Ayes: Councilmen Anderson, McCall, Moresi,
and President Sweeney, (4). Noes: None. Absent: Councilman Jones, (1).
Thereupon the President declared said resolution duly adopted and passed.
39. The following resolution was introduced by Councilman Moresi who moved its
adoption:
"Resolution No. 4931
Appointing Member of the Library Board."
The motion to adopt said resolution was soconded by Councilman Anderson and on roll
call carried by the following vote. Ayes: Councilmen Anderson, McCall, Yoresi,
and President Sweeney, (L). Noes: None. Absent: Councilman Jones, (1).
Thereupon the President declared said resolution duly adopted and nassed.
40. The following resolution was introduced by Councilman Moresi, who moved its
adoption:
The motion to adopt said resolution was seconded by Councilman Anderson and on roll
call carried by the following vote. Ayes: Councilmen Anderson, McCall, Moresi,
and President Sweeney, (4). Woes: None. Absent: Councilman Jones, (1).
Thereupon the President declared said resolution duly adopted and passed.
"Resolution No. 4932
Appointing Members of the Social Service Board."
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41. The following resolution was introduced by Councilman McCall, who moved its
adoption:
"Resolution No. 4933
Appointing Member of the Retirement Board."
The motion to adopt said resolution was seconded by Councilman Anderson and on roll
call carried by the following vote. Ayes: Councilmen Anderson, NcCail, Moresi
and President Sweeney, (4). Noes: None, Absent: Councilman Jones, (1).
Thereupon the President declared said resolution duly adopted and passed.
42. !The following resolution was introduced by Councilman Anderson, who moved its
adoption:
"Res 1 tion No. 1034
Resolution of intention to Order the Vacation of
Three Public Pathways Leading Easterlv from Pernside
Boulevard to the U. S. Tidal Canal and Situated in
Waterside Terrace, City of Alameda."
The motion to adopt said resolution was seconded by Councilnan Moresi and on roll
call carried bv the following vote. Ayes: Councilmen Anderson, EcCall, Moresi,
and President Sweeney, (4). Noes: 7one. Absent: Councilman Jones, (1).
Thereupon the President declared said resolution duly adopted and passed.
)43. The following resolution was introduced by Councilman Eoresi who moved its
adoption:
1.te
aesolution y
. 935
Transfe rring 11500.00 from Park Department Account
152.200 (Other Services) to Account 152.300 (Commodities)."
The motion to adopt said resolution was seconded by Councilman 1\-_eCall and on roll
call carried by the following vote. Ayes: Councilmen Anderson, EcCall,
and President Sweeney, (L). Noes: 7one, Absent: Councilman Jones, (1).
Thereupon the President declared said, resolution duly adopted and passed.
4)1_. The following resolution was introduced by Councilman Moresi, who raoved its
adoption:
"Resolution No.
Adopting Specifications, Special Provisions and Plans
for Construction of Civil Defense Equipment Garage in
Godfrey Park, Calling for Bids and Directing City
Clerk to Advertise Same."
The motion to adopt said resolution was seconded. by Councilman McCall,
Speaking on the question, Councilman. Anderson questioned the necessity of construct-
ing this building at this location - and suggested the matter be given further
investigation before adopting the resolution.
With the consent of her second, Councilman Moresi withdrew her motion.
45. The following resolution was introduced by Councilman Anderson, who moved its
adoption:
"Resolution No. 493(
Adopting Specifications, Special Provisions and Plans
for Exterior Painting and Decorating of Fire Department
Drill Tower and Fire Station No. 5, 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, McCall, Moresi,
and President Sweeney, (4). Noes: None. Absent: Councilman Jones, (1)
Thereupon the President declared said resolution. duly adopted. and passed.
ORDINANCES FOR PASSAGE:
"Ordinance No. 112,
New Series
An Ordinance Amending the Plumbing Code and Heating and
Ventilating Code of the City of Alameda by Amending
Subsection (c) of Section 8-7.01 Thereof, Relatins to
Materials to he 7sed for Vent Pipes, and Section 5-8.01
Thereof, Relating to Materials to be Used for House Sewers."
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 : Councilelen Anderson, Voresi and President Sweeney, (4). Hoes
Hone. Absent: Councilman Jones, (1 )
'1_7. Financial Statement - ,Iireau of Electricity, as of April 30, 1954 -
Uerified by Tliedleton, Suman T-Tackleman.
)48. Specifications '\,To. PW 6-5)!-12 - Project of Exterior Painting and
Decorating Fire Departrent Drill Tower and Fire Station No. 5.
)19. Areernent - Between City and Housing Authority of City of Alameda - Re
Temporary War Housing Projects.
BILLS:
50. An itemized List of Claiirs against the City of Alameda and the Departments
thereof, in the total amount of 7,205.95, was submitted to the Council at
this reeting.
The List was accompanied by a certifcation from the City Manager that the Claims
shown were correct.
Councilman Anderson moved the bills PS itemized in the List of Claims filed with
the City Clerk on June 1, 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, cCa11, Moresi and
President Sweeney, (4). Noss: Hone. Absent: Councilman Jones, (1).
51. At this point, Councilman McCall gave a progress report on the very fine
program being arranged for the Flag Day observance and expressed the hope that
everyone would urge his friends to "Show Your Colors" and attend the celebration
on June 13.
53. Councilman Moresi moved that the City ager be instructed to write a letter
to the Board of Education advising it that the Council has adopted certain resolu-
tions authorizing the Housing Authority of the City of Alameda to negotiate the
taking over of the Housing Projects - and if the Housing Projects are taken over,
the Board should realize there is a possibility of loss of payment to it by the
Federal Government - and the Council would appreciate the Board adjusting its
budget and operating on a very minimum budget until such time as the Housing
negotiations are complete. The motion was seconded by Councilman Anderson and on
52. Councilman :IcCall also spoke of the outstanding track team of Alameda High
School - it havin7 won the State of California Track Meet Championship recently
and the City has thereby received a great deal of favorable publicity. He felt
the Council should -recognize this achievement and he moved a letter be written by
the :layor acknowledging the outstanding members of the team individually and the
team as a whole. The motion was seconded by Councilman Anderson and unanimously
carried.
roll call carried by the following vote. Ayes: Councilmen Anderson, McCall,
Moresi, and President Sweeney, (4). Noes: None. Absent: Councilman Jones, (1).
L' Sweeney asked the pleasure of the Council with regard to inviting
Mr. Briscoe, Assistant Superintendent of Schools, to meet with the Council to
discuss the ramifications of the school budget. It being agreeable, the City
Lanager was instructed to try to arrange such a meeting.
ADJOTTRHI_ENT:
55. There being on further business to come before the meeting, the Council
adjourned - to assemble in regular session on Tuesday evening, June 15, 1954,
at 8:00 o'clock.
Respectfully submitted,