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1954-12-07 Regular CC MinutesREGULAR MEETING OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ALAMEDA HELD TUESDAY EVENING, DECEMBER 7, 1954 The meeting convened at 8 :00 oJclock P. M. with President Sweeney presiding. The Pledge of Allegiance was lead by Councilman McCall. ROLL CALL: The roll was called and Councilmen Anderson, Jones, McCall, Moresi and President Sweeney, (5), were noted present. Absent: None. MINUTES: 1. The minutes of the regular meeting held November 16, 1954, were approved as transcribed. WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS: 21 From the Alameda County Mosquito Abatement District, requesting that the Council appoint a Trustee of the District for the two -year term ending January 2, 1957, in view of the expiration of C ity Engineer Hanna's present term on Janu- ary 2, 1955. This matter was referred to "Resolutions ". 3. From the Boy Scouts of America, informing the Council that this organization will celebrate its 45th Anniversary during the week of February 6 to 12, 1955, - and requesting the Council to consider the proclamation of a "Scout Day in City Government" to be held on Tuesday, February 1, 1955. Councilman Jones moved the communication be answered, explaining that the Council will be glad to comply with the organization's request and, at the appropriate time, a Proclamation be issued accordingly. The motion was seconded by Councilman McCall and unanimously carried. 4. J From Mr. Harold C. Ward, requesting an amendment of Diagram and Assessment of Parcel 8 of the Bay Farm Island Sewer Assessment District, Project No. 1 - into three parcels to be known as Nos. 8 —, 8 -1 and 8 -2. The matter was referred to the City Engineer for his report. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS: 5. Councilman Jones stated he would like to commend Mr. Terry LaCroix, Chairman of the Committee in charge of "S. D. - Safe Driving Day ", to be held on December 15, 1954, for his excellent work in putting over this program. He said the Press has also given fine support. He complimented Mr. LaCroix and his Committee for having done an outstanding job. REPORTS OF COMMITTEES: 6`J From the Board of Education, transmitting Oakland Title Insurance Company check in the sum of n16.88, covering pro rata taxes for 1954 -55 on the ,William C. and Jeanette I. Brock property at 2254 Alameda Avenue. It was requested that taxes on this lot be cancelled asthe property has been purchased by the Alameda Unified School District for Municipal purposes. The matter was referred to "Resolutions ". 7. From B. E. Jost, City Auditor, recommending the Veterans Exemption of 11,000. be allowed Mrs. Elizabeth T. Smith on her property at 1308 Park Avenue, as she had filed her claim through the San Joaquin County Office during the proper time. Also, that a request from Mrs. C. Cosgriff be granted - cancelling her 81,000. Veterans Exemption on property at 2.827 Central Avenue, formerly owned by her. Councilman Jones moved that, in accordance with the recommendation of the City Audi- tor, Mrs. Elizabeth T. Smith be allowed the 11,000. Veterans Exemption on her property at 1308 Park Avenue. 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. Councilman Moresi moved the request of Mrs. Cosgriff be granted to allow cancellation of the Veterans Exemption on the property at 2.827 Central Avenue, in line with the Auditor's recommendation. The motion 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. 8. From the Advisory Health Board, signed by Stanley D. Whitney, Chairman, making certain recommendations with regard to personnel classification changes in the Health Department. President Sweeney stated that, if there were no objectionslhe would refer the matter to the City Manager for his investigation and report. He also remarked that the Advisory Health Board is a newly created Board in the City and, under the leadership of Mr. Whitney, it has gone right to work. He felt it is going to be of great help to the Council. 9 From the City Manager, stating all work has been satisfactorily completed on the project of the Exterior Painting and Decorating of Fire Department Drill lbwer and Fire Station No. 5 - and recommending it be accepted and the Notice of Completion be ordered filed. Councilman Moresi 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 McCall and on roll call carried by the following vote. Ayes: Councilmen Anderson, Jones, McCall, Moresi and President Sweeney, (5). Noes: None. Absent: None. 10. From the City Manager, recommending that two members of the Engineering Depart- ment be permitted to attend a short course on drainage design in highway practice, to be held in Berkeley on the week-ends of November 26 and 27, and December 3 and 4, 1954. This course is conducted by the Institute of Transportation and Traffic Engineering and the Engineering Extension of the University of California. It was also recommended that '16. be appropriated for their expenses and authorization be given to use a City car for transportation. Councilman Anderson moved the City Manager's recommendation be adopted; that two members of the Engineering Department be allowed to take this training course - 16. be appropriated for their expenses and permission be granted 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. 1l' the Mayor, City Manager and City Auditor, submitting their report on the Count of Money held November 17, 1954, - showing an amount of 93,680,699.95 in the City Treasury. The report was noted and ordered filed. 12. From the City Manager, repo'rting that all work on the project of the Exterior Painting and Decorating of the Health Center Building has been satisfactorily com- pleted and recommending that it be accepted and the Notice of Completion be ordered filed. Councilman Anderson moved the City Manager's recommendation be approved; that the work on the specified project be a ccepted and the Notice of Completion be filed. The motion was seconded by Councilman Moresi and on roll call carried by the follow- ing vote. Ayes: Councilmen Anderson, Jone s, McCall, Moresi and President Sweeney, (5). Noes: None. Absent: None. 13% From the Library Board, signed by Wallace D. Miracle, President, concerning the heating system in the Branch Library. It was explained that the Board felt the installation of a gas furnace to replace the existing inefficient and costly electric heaters would be the most economical. The sum of (1,850. had been budgeted for this proposed change-over, but after receiving bids, it developed that the lowest figure ran approximately '.)2,000. more than had been estimated. The Board requested that the City Council allow this additional amount in order that it can proceed immediately with the work - since the cost will undoubtedly be higher if the work is postponed until 1955, due to impending increases in labor costs, etcetera. This matter was referred to "Resolutions". INTRODUCTION OF ORDINANCES: 14. 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 Amending Certain Subsections and Repealing Certain Subsections of Section 17-364.1 Thereof, Relating to Time Limits in Parking Meter Zones." RESOLUTIONS: 15. The following resolution was introduced by Councilman Moresi, who moved its L_J adoption: "Resolution No. 5008 Urging State Participation in the Development of Small Boat Harbor Facilities." 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. 16. Councilman Moresi introduced the following resolution, and moved its adoption: "Resolution No. 5009 Accepting Improvements in Subdivision Known as Tract 1249 and Releasing Liability Under Surety Bond." 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: Ncane. Absent: None. Thereupon the President declared said resolution duly adopted and passed. X17. The following resolution was introduced by Councilman Jones, who moved its adoption: "Resolution No. 5010 IN MEMORIAM TO GEORGE S. WILLIAMS 'WITH PROFOUND SORROW, the Council of the City of Alameda record the death of one of its loyal and civic - minded citizens, GEORGE S. WI LIAMS; 'WHEREAS, Mr. Williams was very highly esteemed for his personal interest in the welfare of the community, and for his active leadership in the frater- nal organizations of the City; and 'WHEREAS, he had served the City f aithfully and diligently for many years - having been a member of the Board of Education and of the City Plan - ning Commission; 'NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that, in recognition of Mr. Williams' wholehearted participation in the civic and fraternal activities of this community, the Council of the City of Alameda hereby expresses its sense of personal loss and its gratefulness for the untiring efforts expended by Mr. Williams in promoting the best interests 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 Mr. Williams, that it may extend to its members a sincere expres- sion of sympathy and condolence in their bereavement; and 'BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that when this meeting of the Council of the City of Alameda adjourns, it shall do so in respect to the memory of GEORGE S. WILLIAMS.' " 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. Upon request of President Sweeney, Councilman Jones eulogized Mr. Williams by stating that, for a great many years, George Williams has been closely identified with the civic and fraternal activities of the City and also the business life of San Francisco. He had served on the Board of Freeholders whichframed the Charter under which the City now operates. He had always maintained a keen interest in the affairs of the City right up to the time of his death. Councilman Jones said he felt the community has lost an outstanding citizen in the death of Mr. Williams. Councilman Anderson moved a communication besent to the City Planning Board stat- ing it is the Council's desire that, in the naming of any future street, the Board keep in mind the name of George S. Williams. The motion was seconded by Council- man McCall and unanimously carried. 18. The following resolution was introduced by Councilman Jones, who moved its adoption: "Resolution No. 5011 Appointing City of Alameda Representative on Board of Trustees of the Alameda County Mosquito Abatement District." The motion to adopt s aid resolution 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. Thereupon the President declared said resolution duly adopted and passed. 19. The following resolution was introduced by Councilman Anderson, who moved its adoption: "Resolution No. 5012 Cancelling City Taxes on Property Acquired by the City for Municipal Purposes."(Swimming Pool Site) The motion to adopt said resolution was seconded by Councilman NcCall 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. 20. The following resolution was introduced by Councilman McCall, who moved its adoption: "Resolution No. 5013 Rescinding Resolution Numbered 5001 Relating to Right of Way Acquisition, Southern Crossing, Drawing P-2012-39." Upon request, City Manager Froerer explained this matter, stating that by previous action of the Council in setting aside this property for freeway purposes, the map showed the northern boundary to be coincident with the privately-owned tidelands lot lines. However, he pointed out that the Master Plan for Shoreline Development shows there would be a fifty-foot wide tidelands service road - and this corrects the map to reserve this strip. 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. 21. The following resolution was introduced by Councilman Moresi, who moved its adoption: "Resolution No. 5014 Approving Division of San Francisco Bay Toll Crossings Plan of Acquisition of Right of Way for Southern Cross- ing and Setting Aside and Reserving Certain Designated Lands Under the Jurisdiction of the City of Alameda for Future Acquisition by the State of California for State Highway Purposes. (Drawing P-2012-39)." 1 At this point, Mr. Eugene Dashiell, owner of property at 520 Central Avenue, ques- tioned the procedure of filling along the south shore - wondering if there is going to be an access way left for water to run in and out - or if there are going to be pools of stagnant water standing between the roadway and the shoreline lots. There was some discussion on this question and Councilman Moresi felt everyone should be informed on this situation and that a letter should be written to Mr. Norman Raab, State Highway Engineer, to have him and his staff Five definite consideration to this particular phase of the matter. She thereupon moved that the City Manager be in- structed to address a communication to Mr. Raab, pointing out this question of run- ning water interchange between the freeway and inner island for his study. The motion was seconded by Councilman Jones and unanimously carried. The motion to adopt said resolution was then 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. 22. The following resolution was introduced by Councilman Anderson, who moved its adoption: "Resolution No. 5015 Adopting Specifications, Special Provisions and Plans for Furnishing and Erecting a Chain Link Baseball Backstop at Lincoln 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. 23. The following resolution was introduced by Councilman Anderson, who moved its adoption: "Resolution No. 5016 Transferring :2000.00 from Account No. 199.200 (Reserves - Contingent Fund) to Library Account No. 221.4)0(a) for the Purpose of Installing Heating System in Branch Library." The motion to adopt s aid 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 s aid resolution duly adopted and passed. ORDINANCES FOR PASSAGE: 24. "Ordinance No. 1140, New Series An Ordinance Authorizing the Sale and Conveyance of Certain Real Property Owned by the City of Alameda." (Municipal Nursery) 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: Coun- cilmen Anderson, Jones, McCall, Moresi and President Sweeney, (5). Noes: None. Absent: None. FILING: 25. Financial Statement - Bureau of Electricity, as of October 31, 1954 - Verified by Middleton, Suman , Hackleman. 26. Specifications, Special Provisions and Plans - No. PW 1 -54 -1 - For Furnish- ing and Erecting Chain Link Baseball Backstop at Lincoln Park. .BILLS: 27. An itemized List of Claims aggainst the City of Alameda and the Department thereof, in the total amount of X36,633.71, 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 December 7, 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: 28. There being no further business to come before the meeting, the Council adjourned in respect to the memory of GEORGE S. WILLIAMS - to assemble in regular session on Tuesday evening, December 21, 1954. Respectfully submitted, 0 C i ty+4' erk