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1954-11-03 Regular CC MinutesREGULAR MEETING OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ALANEDA HELD WEDNESDAY EVENING, NOVEMBER 3, 1954 The meeting convened at 8:00 o'clock P. M. with Vice -Mayor Anderson presiding. The Pledge of Allegiance was lead by Councilman Jones. ROLL CALL: The roll was called and Councilmen Anderson, Jones, McCall and Moresi, (4), were noted present. Absent: President Sweeney, (1). MINUTES: 1. The minutes of the adjourned regular meeting held October 26, 1954 were approved as transcribed. WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS: 2. From the East Bay Division, League of California Cities, notifying the Coun- cil of an Executive Committee Meeting to be held November 19, 1954, at 3 :00 o'clock P. M. at the League Office, Hotel Claremont, Berkeley - and requesting that the Secretary be informed as to whether or not the City Representative will be present at that time. Vice -Mayor Anderson stated that, if agreeable, he would refer this notice to Mayor Sweeney who will take care of the matter. 3'. From the City of Alameda Taxpayers' League, Inc., requesting that it be fur- nished with a list of properties in the -City held by governmental agencies which are not producing tax revenues. Vice -Mayor Anderson referred this matter to the City Manager, who has such informa- tion available to send to the League. 4. From the Public Housing Administration, with regard to its proposed disposition of Pacific Housing Project, CAL -4117, - and receipt of formal recommendations of the Council concerning the desired method therefor. Vice -Mayor Anderson stated a resolution has matter later on in the meeting. 5. From the Triangle Club of Alameda, Inc bers of the Club have voted in favor of the Ordinance No. 642, New Series, Establishing System of Alameda. been prepared for discussion on this ., advising the Council that the mem- proposed amendment of Section 7, of and Regulating the Civil Service Vice -Mayor Anderson stated he understood there are representatives of the employ- ees of Alameda present and inquired if they would care to speak at this time. Mr. Charles Schwab addressed the Council as the representative of the City of Alameda Civil Service Employees Association and stated that this organization recommends, together with the Civil Service Board, the approval of the proposed amendment. He emphasized that this group has no objections whatsoever and thanked the Council for giving the employees' organization the opportunity to discuss the matter. Mr. Warren French, Fireman, stated that, at a special meeting of the Firemen's Association, a resolution had been passed endorsing the proposed amendment of Ordinance No. 642, New Series - and, at the same time, expressing the opinion of the membership that it owed a vote of thanks to the Council for its courtesy in allowing the group to discuss this matter. Vice -Mayor Anderson expressed the appreciation of the Council to these representa- tives for their cooperation and support. 6 From Mr. Lowell H. Duggan, requesting a ninety -day extension of time from November 3, 1954, for the filing of the final Subdivision Map for Tract No. 1250. Vice -Mayor Anderson explained that this is a ten -acre subdivision located on Bay Farm Island. Councilman Moresi moved a ninety -day extension of time be granted to Mr. Duggan. The motion was seconded by Councilman McCall and unanimously carried. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS: J 7. Mr. Frank Gottstein spoke in protest against the various campaign signs recently placed on poles throughout the City and felt something should be done to prevent this situation. Upon request, City Manager Froerer stated it is a violation of the ordinance to place any kind of signs on City -owned poles. Vice -Mayor Anderson said he felt the situation should be referred to the City Manager to try to determine the individuals responsible. Councilman Moresi pointed out there have been representative groups working on campaigns for certain candidates and she would suggest a letter be sent to these groups, pointing out this practice is unlawful and this action might preclude the same thing happening in the future. Mr. Froerer stated he would attempt to follow up on this matter. 8 v/ Mr. Jack F. Bouldin inquired just what the people living in the southeasterly section of Alameda can expect with regard to the development of Krusi Park - "When can we get a park that can be used for community recreation ?" Vice -Mayor Anderson stated the City of Alameda has a Recreation Commission which, sometime ago, submitted a recommendation as to what and when certain improvements should be made to augment recreation facilities in Alameda. The Commission out- lined three projects - (1) the Clubhouse in Lincoln Park - to furnish a facility, which was not in existence in Alameda, for adult recreation (2) Krusi Park development and (3) a swimming pool. With these recommendations, the Commission also submitted estimates of cost. The finances of the City were such that there was available only $105,000. to be used for recreation improvements, but the Com- mission felt the three projects could be accomplished. However, the fact simply is that, after advertising for bids for the projects in Lincoln and Krusi Parks, those bids received were considerably higher than the money available. The speci- fications were then revised and a new call for bids made, but the cost of both projects was still more than the amount budgeted. Therefore, the Council's deci- sion was that the work in Lincoln Park should be done at this time and the Krusi Park building would be done as soon as money is available. Mr. Bouldin pointed out Council is aware of the He stated that, as soon close up as there is no that the development of they need a community center in this area. He felt the interest and need of those in the vicinity of Krusi Park. as the rainy weather begins, the park has to practically place for the children to play indoors and he thought this park had been deferred too long. Councilman Moresi stated there will be an improvement made very shortly in the development of a "Tiny Tot" area and pointed out there has been recent improvement of the baseball diamond. Councilman McCall said he realized how little there is in Krusi Park and he cer- tainly felt it needs attention. Councilman Jones stated he is sympathetic to the needs of Krusi Park. He remarked that it had been the intention of the Council to proceed with certain recreation improvements - however, the citizens of Alameda had voted down the bond issue which would have permitted the Council to go ahead with the full program. He pointed out that progress will be made as soon as money is available. REPORTS OF COMMITTEES: 9. From the City Manager, requesting authorization to dispose of several tons of corrugated metal arch plates and cast iron pipe which have accumulated at the City Nursery, and for which the City has no use. Councilman Moresi moved the City Manager's request be granted and he be, authorized to dispose of the items mentioned. The motion was seconded by Councilman Jones and unanimously carried. 10. From the City Manager, stating that all work in connection with the project of Painting and Decorating the City Hall, Specifications No. PW 6- 54 -15, has been satisfactorily completed - and recommending it be accepted and the Notice of Com- pletion be ordered filed. Councilman McCall moved the City Manager's recommendation be approved; that the work of this project be accepted and the Notice of Completion be filed. The motion was seconded by Councilman Jones and unanimously carried. 11. From the City Manager, reporting all work in connection with the project of Installing the Nautilus Street Sanitary Sewer, Specifications No. PW 7- 54 -18, has been satisfactorily completed - and recommending it be accepted and the Notice of Completion be ordered filed. Councilman Jones moved the City Manager's recommendation be adopted; that the work on this project be accepted and the Notice of Completion be filed. The motion was seconded by Councilman Moresi and unanimously carried. 12. From the City Manager, recommending an additional sixty -day extension of time be granted to McGuire and Hester for completion of the construction of a Sewage Pumping Plant at Eighth Street and Taylor Avenue - Specifications there- for, No. PW 3 -54 -5. Councilman Moresi moved the City Manager's recommendation be accepted; that the extension of time be granted to McGuire and Hester, as requested. The motion was seconded by Councilman Jones and unanimously carried. 13. From the City Manager, recommending that the bid received from Recordak Corporation, 350 Mission Street, San Francisco, be rejected - in view of its being considerably higher than had been estimated. This is in connection with Specifications No. MS 10- 5L -17, covering the Enlarging, Cutting and Trimming of Microfilm Exposures, Black on White. Councilman Jones moved the City Manager's recommendation be a dopted; that the bid from this Company be rejected and the check be returned. The motion was seconded by Councilman McCall and unanimously carried. 1L. From the City Manager, recommending that contract be awarded to Garland Chevrolet Company, the sole bidder, for furnishing one New, Latest Model, One - Half Ton Pickup Truck for the Golf Department - at the bid price of $1, 303.49. Councilman Moresi moved the City Manager's recommendation be approved; that contract be awarded to this Company for furnishing the Pickup Truck at the price quoted. The motion was seconded by Councilman McCall and on roll call carried by the following vote. Ayes: Councilmen Jones, McCall, Moresi and Vice -Mayor Anderson, (4). Noes: None. Absent: President Sweeney, (1). 15 From the City Manager, recommending that contract be awarded to Garland Chevrolet Company, the only bidder, for furnishing one New, Latest Model, Four - door Sedan to the Health Department, at the bid price of $1' „860.79 for Alternate No. 3. Councilman Jones moved the City Manager's recommendation be adopted; that con- tract be awarded to the specified Company for furnishing this vehicle at the price quoted. The motion was seconded by Councilman Moresi and on roll call carried by the following vote. Ayes: Councilmen Jones, McCall, Moresi and Vice -Mayor Anderson, (4j. Noes: None. Absent: President Sweeney, (1). 16. From the Recreation Commission, with regard to the proposal of the Alameda Play Center, Inc. that the City accept from the Play Center the "Kraul” house now located at Post and Clay Streets - for re- location in Krusi Park adjacent to the proposed "Tiny Tot" area to be developed in the near future. The communi- cation pointed out the Play Center would have $2,500. available for re- location, adaptation and modernization of the building, and would need the reserved use of it from 9:00 A. M. to 12:00 noon, Monday through Friday during the school year. However, a report by the Engineering Department had revealed that the total estimated cost of the project would be approximately 18,800., which means the City would have to appropriate •6,300. for completion of the project. It was stated the Commission had gathered written opinions from J. P. Clark, City Attorney, A. T. Hass, Architect, and R. Royston, Landscape Architect, on this matter and they are included in a written report submitted to the Council mem- bers and the City Manager. The Commission felt that, after studying all data on the subject, the proposal of the Alameda Play Center, Inc. is not financially feasible at this time to the City of Alameda. Councilman McCall moved the recommendation of the Recreation Commission be approved. The motion was seconded by Councilman Moresi and on roll call carried by the following vote. Ayes: Councilmen Jones, McCall, Moresi and Vice -Mayor Anderson, (4). Noes: None. Absent: President Sweeney, (1). UNFINISHED BUSINESS: 17. The matter was called up concerning the drainage situation affecting proper- ties on certain sections of Post and Peach Streets. Vice -Mayor Anderson stated this matter had been referred to the City Manager for his investigation and report - and thereupon called upon Mr. Froerer, who stated that plans have been prepared and two of the property owners have been interviewed toward procuring easements to cross their properties. Mr. Froerer pointed out the estimate of cost has to be broken down into component parts and a report made to the rest of the property owners involved - and the matter is being given 'attention. RESOLUTIONS: 18. The following resolution was introduced by Councilman McCall, who moved its adoption: "Resolution No. 5004 Recommending to the Public Housing Administration Manner of Disposition of Pacific Housing Project CAL - 4117." Upon request, the above entitled resolution was read in full. Vice -Mayor Anderson stated the Council had felt it should have a definite recom- mendation on this matter from the Housing Authority of the City of Alameda - and, during the course of this meeting, a memorandum dated November 3, 1954, and signed by S. A. Haag, Chairman, has been delivered - which reads as follows: "Above Resolution recommended for adoption by Housing Authority of City of Alameda ". The motion to adopt said resolution was seconded by Councilman Jones and on roll call carried by the following vote. Ayes: Councilmen Jones, McCall, Moresi and Vice -Mayor Anderson, (4). Noes: None. Absent: President Sweeney, (1). There- upon the Vice -Mayor declared said resolution duly adopted and passed. 19. The following resolution was introduced by Councilman Joins, who moved its adoption: "Resolution No. 5005 Appropriating the Sum of $200. for City Advertising and Transferring Said Amount from Account No. 199.200 (Reserves) to Account No. 117.200 (1) (Community Advertising)." The motion to adopt said resolution was seconded by Councilman Moresi and on roll call carried by the following vote. Ayes: Councilmen Jones, McCall, Moresi and Vice -Mayor Anderson, (4). Noes: None. Absent: President Sweeney, (1). There- upon the Vice -Mayor declared said resolution duly adopted and passed. ORDINANCES FOR PASSAGE: 20. "Ordinance No. 1139, New Series An Ordinance Amending Ordinance No. 642, New Series, by Amending Section 7 Thereof, Relating to Civil Service." Councilman Jones moved the ordinance be adopted as read. The motion was seconded by Councilman Moresi and on roll call carried by the following vote. Ayes: Coun- cilmen Jones, McCall, Moresi and Vice -Mayor Anderson, (4). Noes: None. Absent: President Sweeney, (1). BILLS: 21. An itemized List of Claims against the City of Alameda and the Department thereof, in the total amount of $25,694.47, 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 McCall moved the bills as itemized in the List of Claims filed with the City Clerk on November 3, 1954, and submitted to the Council at this time, be allowed and paid. The motion was seconded by Councilman Moresi and on roll call carried by the following vote. Ayes: Councilmen Jones, McCall, Moresi and Vice - Mayor Anderson, (4). Noes: None. Absent: President Sweeney, (1). 22. At this point, Vice -Mayor Anderson announced that the Alameda Optimist Club will sponsor its annual Youth Officials Week beginning Wednesday, November 3 - and Youth City Day will be held on Monday, November 8, at which time the young people will hold a Council Meeting that evening - and everyone is invited to attend in support of this activity. ADJOURNMENT: 23. There being no further business to come before the meeting, the Council adjourned - to assemble in regular session on Tuesday evening, November 16, 1954, at 8:00 o'clock. Respectfully submitted,