1952-06-17 Regular CC Minutes227
REGULAR MEETING OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ALAYEDA
HELD TUESDAY EVENING, JUNE 17,---------- -1952
The meeting convened at 800 o'clock P. M. Due to the fact that President
Osborn was suffering from a severe cold and throat ailment, which made it difficult
for him to talk, he asked that Councilman Jones preside at the meeting.
ROLL CALL:
The roll was called and Councilmen Anderson, Branscheid, Jones, Sweeney and
President Osborn, (5), were noted present. Absent: None.
MINUTES:
1. The minutes of the regular meeting held. June 4, 1952, were approved as trans-
cribed.
WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS:
2.v/ From the Bay Farm Island Improvement -League, expressing appreciation to the
Council for the resurfacing of the basketball court and for the new building in
Godfrey Park.
Acting
filed.
ident Jones stated it was nice to receive such a letter and ordered it
3, A petition was read from fourteen residents on Clay Street, requesting that
signs reading "Slot - Children at Play" be erected at each end of the 2800 block of
Clay Street, between Versailles Avenue and Mound Street.
Acting President Jones stated this matter comes under the jurisdiction of the City
Manager and called upon him. Mr. Froerer explained that immediately upon receipt
of this petition an investigation was made and the Chief of Police has conferred
with some of the petitioners in taking appropriate action to correct the situation
and to improve the safety conditions on the street.
Acting President Jones asked the City Manager to make a further report at the next
meeting of the Council.
4. At this time, Councilman Sweeney arrived at the meeting and was noted present.
From the East Bay Municipal Utility District, in response to the City's reso-
lution No. 4595, "Memorializing the East Bay Municipal Utility District in the
Matter of Rates for Water Service in the City of Alameda, and Related Matters,"
and explaining its rates for water service and sewage disposal.
Acting President Jones stated that copies of this letter had been received by all
of the Councilmen and the matter would be referred to the Committee of the Whole
to keep it alive for further consideration.
ORAL COMMUNICATIONS:
6. Mrs. Charles Moresi, 119 Santa Clara Avenue, addressed the Council on the
subject of establishing swimming pools in the City. She stated she is theChairman
of a group of Alamedans who are very desirous of having these swimming pools in
Alameda. There is a definite need for such a program to be established and inasmuch
as there are no facilities in Alameda for youngsters to learn to swim they are
making recommendation that such a program be given consideration. She pointed out
it is the consensus that swimming is most readily learned when children are about
eight years old and it has been proved very definitely that young children can
learn to swim. They are vitally interested in the developnent of pools - one in
each end of the City. They felt the program should be handled by the City in
conjunction with the Board or Education. They recommended the City construct
small swimming pools and then turn the program over to the Board of Education to
teach the children to swim. The group felt the Council would want to meet with
the Board of Education to fully discuss the situation and Mrs. Mores' suggested
representatives of their groups be allowed to attend whatever meetings are held.
Mrs. Moresi then presented a resolution of the West Alameda Association, Inc., in
support of this swimming training program. She also submitted similar resolutions
on behalf of Mrs. Franklin R. Haley, President of the Opti-Mrs. Club and for
Franklin R. Haley, acting for Don Bernal, President of the Optimist Club.
Mrs. Moresi stated there were many organizations represented at this meeting and
called for any who had resolutions favoring the program to present them. The
following submitted resolutions:
Mrs. Frank Loomis, President of Longfellow-Woodstock P. T. A.; Mr, George Rose,
representing Edward T. Gorga, Commander of Alameda Post No. 9, Inc., The American
Legion; Mr. Stanley Seagren, Jr., representing William B. Lawrence, President
of the Alameda Junior Chamber of Commerce; Mrs. John Friednch, Secretary of
Porter P. T. A.
Upon Mrs. Moresi's request, the following representatives of several Parent-
Teachers' Associations supporting the swimming program introduced themselves:
Mrs. John Han, Porter; Mrs. W. F. Debold, Washington; Mrs. Jack Lubbock,
Alameda High School; Mrs. A. H. Anderson, Otis; Mrs, C. D. Ramsden, Franklin;
Mrs, J. C. Garrett, Haight.
Mr. Arthur J. Goedewaagen spoke on behalf of the Lincoln-Edison Dads' Club and
Mrs. Thelma Dyke represented the Alameda Girl Scouts.
Acting President Jones stated the Council has already given consideration to
this matter and called upon Councilman Anderson to review what has been dis-
cussed on the subject.
Councilman Anderson stated he would be glad to do so, but stated Mr. Frank
Weeden is in the audience and thought possibly he would prefer to speak on this
matter.
Mr. Weeden was greeted by a prolonged round of apnlause. He stated that during
the last year and a half he had several talks with Dr. Paden about a swimming
program that would be anPropriate for Alameda. They thought a similar program
could be spread over the entire City. They had discussed the type of pools and
how many people would be needed to operate them. There had been a certain
meeting held, he thought, about nine months ago, at which time it was suggested
that one or two pools be placed in Alameda, If the Council felt they would be
sufficient as a trial. He pointed out, however, the group backing this move-
ment did not feel that would be adequate. He stated 1,000 children should be
taught to swim every year and there was great benefit to be derived from the
program. He mentioned that the seven and eight year old children should start
learning to swim and the 1,000 children could be taught in two training pools.
He stated the City Manager had estimated those pools would cost 25,000 each.
He remarked that at this meeting Dr. Paden had told them the School Board would
be willing to assume the expense of operating the pools and supplying the
teachers. He said the program consists of the City Council appropriating
.;)50,000. to build two pools - one in each end of town. He stated that if the
seven and eight year old youngsters were taught every year, they could be
sustained as the program got underway, so that by the time they were in High
School, Alameda would have some first class swimmers to enter in competitions
as it used to be able to do.
He mentioned several other East Bay Cities which have a swimming program in
effect. He stressed the fact that the program was primarily for life saving
and should be promoted from the water safety angle.
Acting President Jones thanked Mr. Weeden and asked the City Manager with
regard to the present status of the situation as a result of meetings held
on the subject. Mr. Froerer stated that at the close of the meeting held by
the City Council and the Board of Education, certain data was to be compiled
by the Board of Education and submitted to the Council. Then, at a subsequent
meeting, it would be necessary to define exactly the responsibility of the City
and the Board of Education as to expenses. He stated the School Board was
wavering somewhat as to who would stand the operational costs. He suggested
that, if it is the desire of the Council, furner investigation be made.
Councilman Sweeney stated he understood the Council was to meet with the Board
of Education and moved the matter be referred to the City Manager to arrange
for another meeting.
Acting President Jones suggested the newly appointed Recreation Director be
appointed to attend the contemplated meeting, and asked the City Manager to
explain about this appointment.
Mr. Forerer stated that as of May 15, a new man, Mr. Gene Saalwaechter, has
been brought in to function as Recreation Director of the City, as well as for
the School Department. He is presently employed by the School Department and
tho City has a contract with that Department for his services as Administrative
Supervisor. He is now preparing a report on an over-all recreational program
which is to he presented to the School Board and the Council at a joint neet-
ing, and this should be available within a week or two. He said that in the
matter of the swimming program, it is obvious that the Director will serve
both the City and the School Department and with him serving both, the Council
should be solicited and have him integrate that program.
Councilman Sweeney then amended his motion to the effect that the City Manager
be instructed to contact the Board of Education to arrange a joint meeting,
with Mr. Saalwaechter in attendance.
City Manager Froerer suggested that before the meeting is arranged, a report
should be secured concerning costs. He said that this report could be available
within a four-weeks' period and felt it would be advantageous to get together all
data with regard to costs and then contact the Board of Education to arrange a
meeting with the Council and the Recreation Director.
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Councilman Anderson pointed out this would be a duplication as such a report has
already been prepared. He said he felt the Council should duly notify the Board
of Education it should give some definite answers now as to what the pools should
be and what the cost of operation would be.
Mr. Froerer stated he had informally discussed this matter at various times with
Messrs. Paden and Roderick as to what progress has been made. He stated the
report he referred to would naturally be in collaboration with that of the School
Department,
Councilman Sweeney again amended his motion, as last above stated, and to do it
now. The motion was seconded by Councilman Anderson and unanimously carried.
Mr. William McCall asked if the children in the parochial schools would be
included in this swimming program.
Councilman Anderson answered that the status of these children in participating
would be exactly the same as those playing in the public parks of the City.
Councilman Anderson then moved that in planning any subsequent meetings of the
City Council as a unit, or together with the Board of Education, due notice be
given to the co-ittee working on this swimming program and that it has the
privilege of sitting in on all meetings.
Acting President Jones suggested he indicate the number of representatives to be
present. Councilman Anderson then stated three members should represent the
committee and Yrs. Moresi as Chairwoman of this group should also be included.
The motion was seconded by Councilman Sweeney and unanimously carried.
7. At this point, President Osborn asked to be excused and as a large number of
the audience also started to leave, Acting President Jones declared a short
recess in order to avoid commotion during the meeting.
REPORTS 07 CO=TT=S:
8; From the City Manager, reporting all work on the project of improving Central
Avenue, East of Fernside Boulevard, has been satisfactorily completed - and
recommending it be accepted and the Notice of Completion be ordered filed.
Councilman Sweeney moved the City Manager's recommendation be approved; that the
work on this project be accepted and the Notice of Completion be filed. The
motion was seconded by Councilman Anderson and unanimously carried.
9. From the City Yanager, recommending contract be awarded to 1anue] Enos,
the only bidder, for the project of installing House Laterals in accordance with
Specifications No, PW 5-52-5, during the fiscal year 1952-53.
Councilman Anderson moved the City Manager's recommendation be adopted; that
contract be awarded to Mr. Enos for the specified project during the ensuing
fiscal year. The motion was seconded by Councilman Sweeney and on roll call
carried by the following vote. Ayes: Councilmen Anderson Branscheid, Jones,
Sweeney, (4). Noes: None. Absent: President Osborn, (1
From the City Manager, recomrnendng cottract be awarded to J. H. Titznaurice
Company, the sole bidder, for the project of repairing Portland Cement Concrete
Sidewalk, Driveway, Curb and Gutter in accordance with Specifications No. PW
5-52-6, during the fiscal year 1952-53.
Councilman L3ranscheid :moved the City Manager's recommendation be accepted; that
contract be awarded to the designated firm for this project during the fiscal
year 1952-53. The motion was seconded by Councilman Anderson and on roll call
carried by the following vote. Ayes: Councilmen Anderson, Branscheid, Jones and
Sweeney, (4). Noes: None. Absent: President Osborn, (1).
11v; From City Manager, recommending contract be awarded to Gallagher and Burk,
the sole bidder, for the project of Resurfacing and Repair of Asphalt and
Bituminous Pavement in accordance with Specifications No. P71 5-52-7, during
the fiscal year 1952-53.
Councilman Sweeney moved the City Manager's recommendation be adopted; that
contract be awarded to this company for the specified project. The motion was
seconded by Councilman Branscheid and on roll call carried by the following vote.
Ayes: Councilmen Anderson,Branscheid, Jones and Sweeney. Noes: None, Absent:
President Osborn, (1).
12'; From City Manager, recommending contract be awarded to Heafey-Moore Company,
the only bidder, for furnishing Crusher Run Base during the fiscal year ending
June 30, 1953, in accordance with Specifications No. MS 5-52-8, at the bid price
of 1.90 per ton.
Councilman Branscheid moved the City Manager's recommendation be approved; that
contract be awarded to the designated company for furnishing this item. The
motion was seconded by Councilman Sweeney and on roll call carried by the following
vote. Ayes: Councilmen Anderson, Branscheid, Jones and Sweeney, (4). Noes:
None. Absent: President Osborn, (1).
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13. From City ranager, recommending contract be awarded to Heafey-Moore Company,
the sole bidder, for furnishing Item (a) of Specifications No MS 5-52-9, Medium
Curing Plant-mixed Surfacing Paving Mixture, at d'4„75 per ton, during the fiscal
year 1952-53, and also requesting that authorization be given to purchase Item (b)
of these Specifications, Penetration Type Asphaltic Emulsion, on the open market,
since no bids were received on this item.
Councilman Sweeney moved the City Manager's recommendaticn be adopted; that contract
be awarded to the specified company for furnishing Item (a) of these Specifi-
cations, during the ensuing fiscal year. The motion was seconded by Councilman
Anderson and on roll call carried by the following vote. Ayes: Councilmen
Anderson, Branscheid, Jones and Sweeney, (4). Noes: None, Absent: President
Osborn (1),
Councilman Anderson moved the City Manager's e ommendation be accepted; that
authorization be given to purchase Item (b) of these specifications on the open
market. The motion was seconded by Councilman Sweeney and on roll call carried
by the following vote. Ayes: Councilmen Anderson, Branscheid, Jones and Sweeney,
(4). Noes: None, Absent: President Osborn, (1).
14, From City Manager, recommending contract be awarded to Heafey-Moore Company,
the only bidder, for furnishing Item (a), Quarry Waste, at 05ci per ton, and Item
(b), Earth Fill at City Du1.1, at 85g per ton - and that authorization be given
to purchase Item (c) Top Soil, on the open market, as no bids were received on
this item.
Councilman Anderson moved the City Manager's recommendations be adopted; that
contract be awarded to this firm for furnishing the specified items and that
authorization be granted to purchase the Top Soil on the open market. The motion
was seconded by Councilman Sweeney and on roll call carried by the following vote.
Ayes: Councilmen Anderson, Branscheid, Jones and Sweeney, (4). Noes: None,
Absent: President Osborn, (1).
15". From City Manager, stating no bids were received for furnishing Parking
Meters during the fiscal year 1952-53, and recommending that authorization be
granted to purchase these on the open market.
Councilman Sweeney moved the City Manager's recommendation be allowed and he be
granted permission to buy the Parking Meters on the open market. The motion was
seconded by Councilman Anderson and on roll call carried by the following vote.
Ayes: Councilmen Anderson, Branscheid, Jones, and Sweeney, (4). Noes: None,
Absent: President Osborn, (1).
16 i From City Manager, stating no bids were received for furnishing Concrete
Mix during the fiscal year ending June 30, 1953, and recommending that
authorization be given to purchase this commodity on the open market.
Councilman Anderson moved the City Manager's recommendation be approved; that
permission be granted to buy this item on the open market. The motion was
seconded by Councilman Branscheid and on roll call carried by the following vote.
Ayes: Councilmen Anderson, Branscheid, Jones and Sweeney, (4). Noes: None.
Absent: President Osborn, (1).
17y From City Manager, recommending contract be awarded to the Alameda Times-
Star Publishing Company for all legal advertising during the fiscal year ending
June 30, 1953, at the current prices of 1.75 per square for the first insertion
and ;1.25 per square for subsequent insertions.
Councilman Branscheid moved the City Manager's recommendation be adopted; that
contract be awarded to this company for the legal advertising during the ensuing
fiscal year at the prices quoted. The motion was seconded by Councilman Sweeney
and on roll call carried bv the following vote. Ayes: Councilmen Anderson,
Branscheid, Jones and Sweeney, (4). Noes: None. Absent: President Osborn, (1).
18. From the City Manager, requesting permission to sell 300 and 200, respectively,
Violation Flags for Parking Meters to the Cities of Richmond and Hayward, at the
sum of 25' each.
Councilman Branscheid moved the City Manager's request be granted and he be allowed
to sell these Violation Flags accordingly. The motion was seconded by Councilman
Anderson and on roll call carried by the following vote. Ayes: Councilmen
Anderson, Branscheid, Jones and Sweeney, (4). Noes: None, Absent: President
Osborn, (1).
le. From City Manager, reporting that Mr. Samuel Lee has, at his expense,
installed all street improvements on Garfield Avenue, from the southerly line
of Liberty Avenue to a point 120 feet southerly therefrom. This was done in
accordance with City specifications and under inspection of the Engineering
Department. Mr. Lee now requests that official acceptance of the work be made
and the City Manager recommended this action.
Councilman Anderson moved the City Manager's recommendation be adopted; that the
City officially accept the improvements made on Garfield Avenue as described.
The motion was seconded by Councilman Sweeney and unanimously carried.
Councilman Branscheid questioned the legality of a voice vote on a matter of
acceptance of street work.
The City Attorney explained that the date of the voice vote will stand as the date
of the acceptance of the work. He pointed out that, ordinarily, a roll call vote
is required primarily for the expenditure of City money or for the acquisition or
le of property for the City. He stated the voice vote would be ample in this case
20 From G. A. Baxter, Secretary, Public Utilities Board, informing the Council
that a special dividend in the amount of V90,082. has been transferred to the
General Fund of the City, which will make the total dividends for the present
fiscal year 550,082. It was also requested that the Board be permitted to retain
the balance of the current years earnings in the "Bureau of Electricity Fund".
Councilman Anderson moved this report be accepted with thank and commendation,
Councilman Sweeney seconded the motion which was carried unanimously.
Councilman Branscheid moved the Board be authorized to retain the balance of this
year's earnings in its Bureau of Electricity Fund. The motion was seconded by
Councilman Sweeney and unanimously carried.
21. From the City Planning Board, rcco-mending the reclassification of property
known as 3215 Central Avenue from the "A-1" One-Family Dwelling District to the
"B" Two-to-Four Family Dwelling District. This is for the purpose of allowing
the existing two-flat dwelling to be ccnverted into a three-unit residence.
Acting President Jones inquired if the Petitioner in this matter was present. Mr.
Louis D'Ercole, owner of the premises, responded and stated that the house is too
large for his needs and he wants to remodel the lower floor into two apartments.
Mr. Richard Thunder interjected the remark that this particular block already
contains many houses of three and four family living units.
Acting President Jones explained that the members of the Council are concerned
about the plans for the proposed remodeling of the house. He stated the Council
has not had a chance to review the situation and felt it should study the condi-
tions. He said he thought it would be better to defer action until the plans
were submitted to the City Manager for study.
Councilman Branscheid moved the matter be laid over to the next meeting. The
motion was seconded by Councilman Sweeney and unanimously carried.
22. From the City Planning Board, submitting the Revised Tentative Map of Tract
No. 1155 for the Council's consideration and approval. This Map covers the
development of nine lots lying along the southerly side of Island Road and both
sides of Melrose Avenue, Bay Farm island. The property is owned by Victor
Flashman and is to be subdivided by Richard Thunder.
The Planning Board had approved this Revised Tentative Map with certain stipuJa
tions that the widths of Island Road and Melrose Avenue be accepted as 80 feet and
60 feet, respectively, as shown, in variance to the Bay Farm Island Master Plan;
that the sewer on Melrose Avenue should run parallel with the centerline of the
street, rather than at an angle and that a reserve strip of land 1 foot wide
across the end of Melrose Avenue be deeded to the City.
Councilman Anderson moved the recommendation of the City Planning Board be adopted
and the Revised Tentative Map of Tract No. 1155 be approved. The notion was
seconded by Councilman Sweeney and unanimously carried.
City Attorney asked the City Engineer if he was satisfied that the matter 13 in
order. IIr, Maynard replied that subsequent to his recommendations to the Planning
Board, the owner and subdivider have incorporated the necessary changes in the Map.
City Manager Froerer pointed out that there has heen filed with the City Clerk
the corrected Revised Tentative Map of this Tract and a memorandum from the City
Engineer' confirming that it is now satisfactory and includes the requirements
stipulated in Subdivision Ordinance No. 700, New Series,
23. From City Manager, recommending that contracts be awarded to Signal Oil
Company for furnishing Non-Premium Gasoline and to Tidewater Associated Oil
Company for furnishing Ethyl Gasoline, during the fiscal year 1952-53.
Councilman Anderson moved the City Manager's recommendation be adopted; that
contracts be awarded to the designated companies for furnishing gasoline during
the ensuing fiscal year and the checks be returned to the unsuccessful bidders.
The motion was seconded by Councilman Sweeney and on roll call carried b- the
following vote. Ayes: Councilmen Anderson, Branscheid, Jones and Sweeney, (4).
Noes: None, Absent: President Osborn, (1).
24. From the Mayor, nominating Mrs. M. C. Godfrey and Dr. Robert T. McFarlane
for re-appointment as members of the Social Service Board, for terms expiring
June 30, 1955.
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05% From the iViayor, nominating Mr. Rix Maurer for re-appointment as a member of
the Public Utilities Board, for a term expiring June 30, 1956.
26. From the Mayor, nominating Mr. Thomas L. Ferro for appointment as a member of
the Civil Service Board, for a term expiring June 30, 1957.
27. From the Lcayor, nominating Mr. Ford H. Thomason for re-appointment as a member
of the City anning Board, for a term expiring June 30, 1957.
29. From the Mayor, nominating Mr. Louis B. Gordon, Jr. for re-appointment as a
member of the Library Board, for a term expiring June 30, 1957.
29J‘ / From the Mayor, nominating Mr. ';falter V. Howe for re-appointment as a member
of the Board of Education, for a term expiring June 30, 1957.
All of the above nominations were referred to UReso1utions.t
INTRODUCTION OF ORDINANCES:
30, Councilman Anderson introduced the following ordinance, which was laid over
under provision of law and the Charter:
"Ordinance No.
Now Series
An Ordinance Amending the Alameda Municipal Code by
Amending Sections 3-5416, 3-5416 and 3-5421 of
Article 4, Chapter 5, Title III Thereof."
Upon request of Acting President Jones, City Attorney Clark explained that these
amendments are aimed primarily at bringing the local tax ordinance into line with
the provisions of the State and County tax set up. He pointed out that Section
3-5416 provides that the delinquent date for the first installment of taxes be
changed from December 5, to December 10; Section 3-5418 stipulates that if
December 10, or April 20, falls on a Saturday, the taxpayers will have until
5:00 P. M. on the next business day - or until the following Monday - to pay the
taxes due. He stated Section 3-5421 deals with the collection of the cost of
preparing the Delinquent Roll and List and is amended by striking out the item
covering the personal property which presently appears in the ordinance.
RESOLUTIONS:
31. The following resolution was introduced by Councilman Bransc
its adoption:
ttResolution No. 4605
who moved
Authorizing Payment of the Sum of 200.00 to Morris
Landy Motors, Account Error Tr Specifications
Describing Automobile to be Turned in by City on
Purchase of New Automobiles for Police Department."
The motion to adopt said resolution was seconded by Councilman Sweeney and on
roll call carried by the following vote. Ayes: Councilmen Anderson, Branscheid,
Jones and Sweeney, (4). Noes None. Absent: President Osborn, (1). Thereupon
the resolution was declared adopted and passed.
The City Manager was called upon to explain this situation and he stated that in
the City's proposal at the tire bids were invited for sup-)lying automobiles to the
Police Department this year, there was listed a Model 1950 car, when actually the
one to be turned in was a 1949 model and the difference in the allowance on the
cars the City was turning in was c200. between the 1949 and 1950 models. Ile
stated that the bidder is therefore entitled to this 200. by virtue of the fact
that the car was misrepresented in our specifications.
32. The following resolution was 1 troduced by Councilman Anderson, who moved
it's adoption:
"Resolution No. 4607
Authorizing Execution of Bill of Sale Transferring
to the Pacific Telephone and Telegraph Company
Title to Certain City Owned Underground Conduit."
The motion to adopt said resolution was seconded by Councilman Branscheid and on
roll call carried by the following vote. Ayes: Councilmen Anderson Branscheid,
Jones and Sweeney, (4). Noes: None. Absent: President Osborn, (1). Thereupon
the resolution was declared adopted and passed.
The City Manager explained the transaction involved the transfer of the City's
title to this conduit, pointing out that the sale had been authorized by the
City Council at a meeting held some months previously.
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33. The fo11owin resolution, was introduced by Councilman Anderson, who moved •
adoption:
"Resolution No. 4608
Transferring .;,323.97 from the Garfield Avenue
Storm Sewer Fund to the Traffic Safety Fund,"
The motion to adopt said resolution was seconded by Councilman Branscheid and on
roll call carried by the following vote. Ayes: Councilmen Anderson Branscheid,
Jones and Sweeney, (4). Noes: None, Absent: President Osborn, (1). Thereupon
the resolution was declared adopted and passed.
34. The following resolution was introduced by Coun
adoption:
?IR
olution No. 4609
de
on, who moved its
Transferring 330, from the 1318 Court Street Wrecking
Fund, 31,034.45 from the Special Civil Defense
Equipment Fund, and 34,146.33 from the Initiative
Relief Fund to the General Fund."
The motion to adopt said resolution was seconded by Councilman Branscheid and on
roll call carried by the following vote. Ayes: Councilmen Anderson Branscheid,
Jones and Sweeney, (4). Noes: None. Absent: President Osborn, (1). Thereupon
the resolution was declared adopted and passed.
35. The following resolution was introduced by Councilman Branscheid, who moved it
adoption:
"Resolution No. 4610
Authorizing the City Tax Collector to Execute and
File with the Recorder of Alameda County a Certificat
of Delinquency Recording the Delinquency of Hugh B.
Grenfell in Payment of Sales Taxes Due the City of
Alameda."
The motion to adopt said resolution was seconded by Councilman Anderson and on
roll call carried by the following vote. Ayes: Councilmen Anderson Branscheid,
Jones and Sweeney, (4). Noes: None. Absent: President Osborn, (1).. Thereupon
the resolution was declared adopted and passed.
36. The following resolution wes introduced by Councilman Sweeney, who moved its
adoption:
"Resolution. No. 4611
Transferring 321,375.35 from the 1951 Sewer Bond
Fund to the General Fund."
The motion to adopt said resolution was seconded by Cornci'man Branscheid and on
roll call carried by the following vote. Ayes: Councilmen Anderson Branscheid,
Jones and Sweeney, (4). Noes: None. Absent: President Osborn, (1). Thereupon
the resolution was declared adopted and passed.
37. The following resolution was introduced by Councilman Anderson, who moved its
adoption:
"Resolution No. 4612
Authorizing Execution of Agreement with Other East
Bay Cities for the Formation of and Participation in
the"East Bay Public Utility Committee", to be
Empowered to Arrange for the Representation of Said
Cities in Hearings Before the Public Utilities
Commission of Other Regulatory Bodies, and Appro-
priating the Sum of 250.00 as Alameda's Initial
Contribution to a Fund to Care for Such Committee's
Expense."
The motion to adopt said resolution was seconded by Councilman Branscheid and on
roll call carried by the following vote. Ayes: Councilmen Anderson Branscheid,
Jones and Sweeney, (4). Noes: None. Absent: President Osborn, (1). Thereupon
the resolution, was declared adopted and passed.
The City Manager explained that nine cities have organized a permanent committee
to appear and represent them at any hearings.
38. The following resolution was introduced by Councilman Anderson, who moved its
adoption:
"Resolution No. 4613
In Memoriam to Captain John W. Strohm, Retired
'17ITH PROFOUND SORROW, the Council of the City of
Alameda records the death of one of its outstanding and long-
time residents, CAPTAIN JOHN W. STROHM, United States Army,
Retired. Captain Strohm was responsible for the organization
and establishment of the police pistol range on Bay Farm
Island in 1931, and since that time, actively aided in the
training program which brought widespread recognition to the
Alameda Police Department for its firearm proficiency.
'NOW, TTEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that, in acknowledgment
of his untiring efforts in this self-appointed tasic. for the
benefit of the local Police Department and the community as
a whole, the Council of the City of Alameda hereby expresses
its sense of personal loss and its sincere gratitude for the
worth while service so unselfishly and efficiently rendered
by Captain Strohm.
'BE IT FURTHER RTITCL-7,D, that this Resolution be spread
in full upon the minutes of this meeting, and that a copy
thereof be transmitted to the family of Captain Strohm, that
it may extend to its members a sincere expression of sympathy
and condolence; and
'BTE, IT FURTIER RESOLVED, that when this meeting of the
Council of the City of Alameda adjourns, it shall do so in
respect to the memory of CAPTAIN JOHN W. STROHM, United States
Army, Retired."
The motion to adopt said resolution was seconded by Councilman Sweeney and on
roll call carried by the following vote. Ayes: Councilmen Anderson Branscheid,
Jones and Sweeney, (4). Noes: None. Absent: President Osborn, (1). Thereupon
the resolution was declared adopted and passed.
39. The following resolution was introduced by Councilman Anderson, who moved its
adoption:
"Resolution No. 4614
Authorizing Acquisition of Sewer Easement from Public
Housing Administration (Atlantic Avenue Sewer North of
Western Housing Project) and Appropriating the Sum of
568.30 for Said Acquisition."
The motion to adopt said resolution was seconded by Councilman Sweeney and on
roll call carried by the following vote. Ayes: Councilmen Anderson Branscheid,
Jones and Sweeney, (4). Noes; None. Absent: President Osborn, (1 . Thereupon
the resolution was declared adopted and passed.
40. Councilman Branscheid stated the net six resolutions cover the appointments
of the several Board members and inquired of the City Attorney if all of them
could not be introduced and adopted by one motion.
He was assured by Mr. Clark that this could be done. Councilman Branscheid there-
upon introduced the following six resolutions and moved their adoption:
"Resolution No. 4615
Appointing Members of the Social Service Board."
(Mrs. M. C. Godfrey and Dr. Robert T. McFarlane)
"Resolution No. 4616
Appointing Member of the Public Utilities Board."
(Rix Maurer)
"Resolution No. 4617
Appointing Member of the Civil Service Board."
(Thomas L. Ferro)
"Resolution No. 4618
Appointing Member of the City Planning Board."
(Ford H. Thomason)
235
"Resolution No. 4619
Appointing Member of the Library Board."
(Louis B. Gordon, Jr..)
"Resolution No. 4620
Appall-inn Member of the Board of Education."
(Walter V. Hovje)
The motio 'n adopt the foreoIn 7 six resolutions was seconded by Councilman
Sweeney and on roll call carried by the following vote. Ayes: Councilmen Anderson
Branscheid, Jones and 2weeney, (4). Noes: None, Absent: President Osborn, (1).
Thereupon the resolutions were declared adopted and passed.
41. The following resolutlon was introduced by CornciThan Branscheid, who moved
its adeption:
Resolution No, 4621
Appointing Member of the Retirement Board."
(Alec Low
The motion to adopt sald resolution was seconded by Councilman Sweeney and on
roll call carried b- the following vote. Ayes: Councilmen Anderson, Branscheid,
Jones and Eweeney, (4). Noes : None. Absent: President Osborn, (1). Thereupon
the resolution was declared adopted and passed.
42. The following resolution was introduced by Councilman Branscheid, who moved
its adoption:
"Resolution No. 422
Adopting Specificn.:tions, Special Provisions and
Plans for Alterations and Painting of the Police
Department at the Alameda City Nall, Calling for
Bids and Directing City Clerk to Advertise Same."
The motion to adopt said resolution was seconded by Councilman Anderson and on
roll call carried by the following vote. Ayes: Councilmen Anderson, Branscheid,
Jones and Sweeney, (4). Noes: None. Absent: President Osborn, (1). Thereupon
the resolution was declared adopted and passed.
43. The following resolution was introduced by Councilman Sweeney, who moved
its adoption:
11-
Resolution No.
Adopting r-v-7,'(---14-inrc', 7-reer.,al Provisions and
Plans for the Construction of Trunk Storm Seer
on Melrose Avenue, Bay Farm Island, Calling for
Bids and Directing City Clerk to Advertise Same."
The motion to adopt said resolution was seconded by Councilman Branscheid and on
roll call carried by the following vote. Ayes: Council,,Ien Anderson Branscheid,
Jones and Sweeney, (4). Noes; None. Absent; President Osborn, (1). Thereupon
the resolution was declared adopted and passed.
44. At this point Acting President Jones complimented Councilman Sweeney on the
splendid Flag Day Ceremony held recently, and called upon him for a final report.
Councilman Sweeney stated that making arrangements for this annual observance of
Flag Day is certainly no one-man job and he wanted to publicly thank Neil Clark
who did a great deal of the work. He felt the Flag Day Observance this year was
one of the finest the City has ever had and said he estimated the attendance at
between three and four thousand people. He praised the fine performance of Captain
Waller of the Naval Air Station who had acted as Easter of Ceremonies.
FILING:
45. Specifications - No. PIN 6-52-8 - Project
Police Department, City Hall.
46. Specifications - No. PN 0-52-9 - Project
on Eelrose Avenue, Bay Farm Island,
ILLS:
Alterations and Painting of the
meting Trunk Storm Sewer
47. An itemized List of Clai-s against the City of Alameda and the several
Departments thereof, was submitted to the Council at this m-eting, in the total
amounts as follows: General Deparments, 1",9,212.61; Civil Defense Department
248
Y, 86- * 5 Police Department, c8,083.00; Fire Department, 4,398.82;
9 _.
2e.
Street Department, 2'9.21; Health Department, );; ,072.20; First Aid
Department, 189.25; Recreation Department, c1,157.23; Park Department,
5,661.11; Golf Course Department 0)3 056.28; Social Service Department,
,)4.11; Parking Meter Department, 4,454.46;
A 9 Store Department, N515.37;
Pound Department, ';93.78; Civil Service Department, Q32.10; Traffic Safety
Fund, 835.26; Gas Tax No, 1 Fund, 01,441.77; EngineerThg Department Deposit
Fund, c150.51; Street Lighting C nstruction Assessment District 1/1 (1952),
4.36; Special Gas Tax Street Improvement Fund, ;;153.74; 1951 Bond Issue
Sewer Fund, ',,Z5,130.77.
Councilman Branscheid asked the City Attorney how many votes were necessa
authorize payment of the bills. He was informed by I:1r. Clark that a simple
majority of three votes would suffice. Councilman Branscheid explained that he
had not had an oprortunty to study the list of bills and would, therefore,
ask to be excused from voting.
Councilman Sweeney moved the bills as itemized in the List of Claims filed with
the City Clerk on June 17, 1952, and presented to the Council at this time, be
allowed and paid. The motion was seconded by Councilman Anderson and on roll cal]
carried by the following vote. Ayes: Councilmen Anderson, Jones and Sweeney, (3).
Noes: None, Not Voting: Councilman Branscheid, (1). Absent: President Osborn,
(1).
40. Councilman Branscheid moved the Council meet in adjourned regular session on
Tuesday evening, June 24, at the usual time. Councilman Sweeney seconded the
motion which was unanimously carried.
ADJOURNIENT:
49. There being no further business to come before the meeting, the Council
adjourned in respect to the memory of Captain Strohm, United States Army, Retired
to assemble in adjourned regular session on Tuesday evening, June 24, at 8:00
o'clock.
Respectfully submitted,