1950-04-18 Regular CC MinutesREGULAR MEETING u TUE COUNOTL• OF TEE CITY OF ALAMEDA •
HELD TUESDAY EVENING, APRIL 18 1950
The meeting convened at 8:00 o'clock P. E. with President Dranscheid presiding.
ROLL CALL:
The roll was called. and Councilmen Anderson, Osborn, Sweeney and President
Branscheld (4), were noted present. Absent: Councilman Jones, (1).
MINUTES:
1. The minutes of the regular meeting held April 4, 1050, were approved as
transcribed.
WRITTEN COMMJNICATIONS:
2. From the Department of Education StPto of California transmitting certifi-
cates of completion of the Teacher Training Course by inspector Robert .1). Allen
and Sergeant Joseph E. Bertrand of the Pollee Department.
Following the reading of this communication, President Branscheld presented the
certificates to Inspector Allen and Sergeant Bertrand. - stating that he was very
71ad to have the report of their completion of this course and he felt It was
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another step in. the direction. of encouraging all departments to keep abreast of
the latest developments in their respective fields. He congratulated the offi-
cers upon the completion. of the course and assured them. the City was very happy
to have accorded them the opportunity for this training.
On, behalf of himself and inspector Allen, Sergeant Bertrand thanked the Council
for allowing them permission. to attend the school.
From the Kev System. Transit Lines, setting forth the increased local rates
requested in. Its application. to the State Bablic Utilities Commission.
Councilman. Sweeney moved the City Manager be requested to Inform the Key Systeni .
that this Council is definitely on record as protesting any fare increase until
it can be shown that it is justified. The motion was seconded by Councilman
Osborn.
Speaking on the question, President Dranscheid observed that this was an opportune
time for the Council to take this position Inasmuch as it has gone along with.. the
increases requested by the Key System because of the Company's increased cost of
operation. He pointed out that up to the present time, several rate increases
have been granted, but stated that the situation has now reached the point where
the cost of transportation, If permitted to advance, might become a detriment to
the City of Alameda. He stated it was his feeling that until such time as this
increase can be justified, the Council should go on record as opposing it
Upon call for the question, the motion was unanimously carried.
41 From the Alameda Citizens Transportation Association, notifying the Council
of its filing of a protest with the Public Utilities Commission concerning the
Key Systerrt's application for an increase in local fares.
The communication was ordered filed.
From West Alameda Association, regling a complaint concerning the exces-
sive speeding on the more important streets in the west end of the Citv creating
a hazardous condition.
This matter was referred to the City Manager for his study and report.
6. From Y. E. Lee, requesting division of diagram and assessment No. CO into 22
parcels, pursuant to Section 27, Refunding Assessment Bond Act of 1035, as referred
to by Section 19-641 of the Alameda Eunicipal Code. This covers Yr. Lee's property
lying north of Maintiand Drive on Bay Farm Island.
Councilman Osborn stated that in. view of the fact that this division of 31r. Lee's
assessment will help him. In the development of his property, he would move the
request be granted.
The motion was seconded by Councilman Anderson and on roll call carried by the fol-
lowing vote. Ayes: Councilmen Anderson, Osborn, Sweeney and President Dranscheid,
(4). Nees: None. Absent: •councilman Jones, (1 ). •
HEARINGS:
7. An appeal was presented by krs.
E. R. Stewart from the decision of the City
Planning Board. In refusing to rezone portions of the west side of Union Street.
From the City:Planning Board, notifying the Council of the adverse action by the
Board on its lesolution of Intention to rezone a portion of the west side of Union
Street, south from on Antonio Avenue, from the "A" One-Family Dwelling District
to the "C" Multiple Dwelling District - and recommending that the property de-
scribed not be reclassified.
Following the reading of this report on the matter of rezoning a portion of Union
Street, which is the subject of this hearing, Mrs. Stewart addressed the Council,
stating she felt she was not accorded a fair hearing before the Planning Board
inasmuch as two blocks on Union Street were posted that should not have been in
cluded. She pointed out she had asked for the rezoning of only one block between
Dayton and Clinton Avenues and had been advised that was all she needed. She stated
also that she was advised that since the bullding is so far removed from the people
on Palmera Court they couid not be affected in any way.
President Branscheid called for remarks from. any persons opposing the request, and
there was no resnorise.
The President troupon stated that in matters of this kind, the Council should have
an opportunity for further study, and suggested it be continued to the next meeting.
Councilman Anderson made a motion to this effect. Councilman Sweeney seconded the
motion and stated he would like to take a look at the property and see what the
situation is.
Councilman Osborn stated he would like to ask Mrs. Stewart :f she is interested in
the area south from San Antonio Avenue, or that just from Clinton Avenue to the Bay.
Mrs. Stewart replied that she is interested only in the most southerly block.
Councilman Anderson inquired if Mrs. Stewart was the owner of the property. She
answered that she was not and was merely interested in purchasing t.
The question was called for and the motion to continue the matter was unanimously
carried.
OPENING BIDS:
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E3 Bids were presented and read for the project of the reconstruction of San Jose
Avenue from. Chestnut Street to High Street, in accordance with Specifications,
Special Provisions and Plans, therefor, No. 17 2-50-14, as follows:
From Gallagher & Burk, Inc. - - 147,072.30
Accompanied by certified check in amount of - 15,000.00
Prom Indenendent Construction Co. 151,237.75
Accompanied by certified check in amount of - - 16,000.00
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Bids were submitted and read for the furnishing of Parking Meters for the re-
mainder of the fiscal year ending June 30, 1550, in accordance with Specifications
therefor, No. MS 4-50-7, as follows:
From Duncan Meter Corporation 70.74 each
Accompanied by certified check in amount of - .500.00
From The Michaels Art Bronze Co.
Accompanied by certified chock in amount of
50.00 each
500.00
10°:' Bids were opened and read for the furuishi n of Hose to the Fire Department,
in accordance with Specifications therefor, No. MS 3-50-6, as follows:-
From Bi-Lateral Fire Hose Co. 2,775.00
Accompanied by cashier's check in amount of . 277.50
From The American Rubber Manufacturing Company 2,045.00
Accompanied by certified check in amount of 275.00
All of the foregoing bids were referred to the City Manager for study and report.
REPORTS OF COMMITTEES:
11/ From the City Manager, recommending that Health Cfficer David Frost be autho-
rized to attend the meeting of the California. Conference of Local Health Officers.
at San Diego, from May 1, to 3, 1950, and .150. be appropriated for this purpose.
Councilman Osborn moved the City Manager's recommendation be approved: that Dr.
Frost attend the specified meeting and the sum ef !150. be allowed. for his e3rn,Donses.
The notion was seconded by Councilman Sweeney and on roll call carried by the fol-
lowing vote. Ayes : Councilmen Anderson, Osborn, Sweeney and President Branscheld,
(4). Noes: None. Absent: Councilman Jones, (1).
12. From the City Manager, recommending that contract be awarded to Cochran and
Celli for furnishing one new 1950, 3/4-Ton Walk-In Typo Van fax the street painting
crew of the Police Department, at the total net price of 331.48.
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Councilman Sweeney stated that in view or the conditions outlined in Er. 7roerer's
letter, he would move the recommendation be adopted and contract awarded to the
designated firm for furnishing the Van and that the check be returned to the un-
successful bidder. The motion was seconded by Councilman Anderson and on roll
call carried by the following vote. Ayes: Councilmen Anderson, Osborn, Sweeney
and President Branscheid, Noes: None. Absent: Councilman Jones, (1).
13 From the City Planning Board, recommending the reclassification of that cer-
tain portion of the south side of Lincoln Avenue, between Third and Fourth Streets,
being more specifically described in the Board's Resolution of Intention - from the
"A" One-Family Dwelling District to the "A-1" One-Family Dwelling District.
The matter was referred to "Introduction of Ordinances."
14. From J. :,-,cLaverty, Jr., tendering his resignation from the office of Commis-
sioner of the Housing Authority of Alameda.
Councilman Osborn stated that, with great regret, he would move the acceptance of
Er. EcLavertyls resignation and remarked that it would be well to instruct the City
Clerk to write a letter to 1:r. EcLaverty, expressing the City's appreciation of
services rendered. The motion was seconded by Councilman Anderson and unanimously
carried.
President Branscheid observed that Mr. 7:cLaverty has served a long time on the
Housing Authority and the Commission, during his tenure of office, has done a very
worthwhile job. He stated Er. EcLaverty was to be congratulated, together with
other members of the Housing Authority, upon the fine service and the City was
very sorry to lose him.
The question was called and the motion was unanimously carried.
15. From the City Attorney's Office, informing the Council that the full amount
of a judgment has been paid in the suit of the City vs . John L. Daum, et al, for
tangible personal property taxes in the sum of 139.32, plus costs of 2.50 - and
requesting authority to file a satisfaction of judgment to close the case.
Councilman Osborn moved the City Attorney's office be authorized to proceed as
outlined. The motion was seconded by Councilman Sweeney and unanimously carried.
16:7- From City Attorney Whitney, concerning certain condemnation proceedings against
Zilltam Paul and Nellie Laura 'aton, relative to the acquisition of their property
for Liarshall Way. He requested authority of the Council to offer the sum of fl,5,100.
to Er. and Lrs. Eaton in settlement of their claims.
Councilman Anderson moved the City Attorney's request be granted, and he be autho-
rized to proceed with this litigation. The motion was seconded by Councilman
Sweeney and unanimously carried.
INTRCDUCTIC7 OF ORDINANCES:
17• Councilman Anderson introduced the following ordinance, after which it was
laid over under provision of law and the Charter:
"Ordinance No.
New Series
An Ordinance Reclassifying Property by Addinj
Section 56 to Ordinance No. 725, New Series.
vrINISHED BUSINESS:
18.V Again presented was the matter of the City :'anager's recommendation to award
contract to Garland Chevrolet Co., the sole bidder, for furnishing a 1950 Two-Door
Sedan for the Purchasing Department. Hr. Froerer also requested authority to dis-
pose of two vehicles, without replacement - 1240 Ford Sedan, T',nsineerng Depart-
ment and a 1933 1/2-Ton Chevrolet Delivery Truck, Police Department. He explained
that it is pro,posed to establish a motor pool of all vehicles needed by departments
located in the City Hall - with the exception of the Fire, Police and 7,uilding cars
Councilman Osborn stated that in view of the fact that Mr. Froerer has assured the
Council there will be an economy effected through the handling of cars as outlined
in his communication, he would move the recommendation be followed. The motion
was seconded by Councilman Sweeney and on roll call carried by the following vote.
Ayes: Councilmen Anderson, Osborn, Sweeney and President Dranscheid, (4). Noes:
None. Absent: Councilman Jones, (1).
RESOLUTIONS:
19. The following resolution was introduced by Councilman Anderson, who moved its
adoption.:
"Resolution No. 4152
Cancelling City Taxes on Property Acquired by
the City of Alameda for Municipal Purposes."
(Marshall Way)
The motion to adopt said resolution was seconded by Councilman Sweeney and on roll
call carried by the following veto. Ayes: Councilmen Anderson, Osborn, Sweeney
and President Branscheld, (4) . Noes: Nene, Absent: Councilman Jones, (1).
Thereupon the President declared said resolution duly adopted and passed.
20. The following resolution was introduced by Councilman Sweeney, who moved its
adoption:
"Resolution No. 4153
Requesting Cancellation of County Taxes on
Property Acquired . by the City of Alameda for
Municipal Purposes.' (Marshall Way)
The motion, to adopt said resolution was seconded by Councilman Osborn and on roll
call carried by the followin7 vote. Ayes: Councilmen Andersen, Osborn, Sweeney
and President pranscheid, (4). Noes: None, Absent: Councilman Jones 1)
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Thereupon the President declared said resolution duly adopted and passed.
21. "Resolution No.
Authorizing the Execution of Memorandum. of Agreement
With the State of California for Expenditure of Gas
Tax Allocation for Major City Streets for the Fiscal
Year 1950-1951."
Councilman Osborn moved this resolution be held. over until the next meeting of the
Council. The motion was seconded by Councilman Sweeney and unanimously carried.
22. The following resolution. was introduced by Councilman. Osborn, who moved Its
adoption:
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4154
Adopting Specifications, Special Provisions and
Plans for installation of a Storm Water System
on the Extension of Calhoun Street from Court
Street to the Existing Catch. Basin on the West
Side of Fountain Street Extended, Calling for
Bids and Directing the City Clerk to Advertise
Same."
The motion to adopt said resolution. was seconded by Councilman Sweeney and on roll
call carried by the following vote. Ayes: Councilmen Anderson, Osborn, Sweeney.
and President Branscheid, (4). Noes : Hone. Absent : Councilman. Jones, (1).
Thereupon the President declared said resolution duly adopted and passed. ...
FILING:
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Specifications ]PV 4-50-19 - Installation of Storm Water System,
Calhoun Street Extension; from Court to Fountain.. Streets.
Financial Statement - George 3. Piddieton Co. - City of Alameda,
as of Parch 31, 1950.
25. An itemized List of Claims aga7nst the City of Alameda and the several depart-
ments thereof, in the total amounts as follows, was submitted to the Council at this
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meeting: General Departments, 11, 278.05; Lar,.c.tne. her,eTs 27 07. :olice De-
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partmeLt, ,S,322.71: Street Deartment / -.4 / 300.91; P5 00 Dopartmeqt, T1,873.70:
TIcalth Deoartmeet , m
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2_Lrst, .t3.,le, 1,opartment , 170.07*,
/ Dark Deeartment,
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,,ol 01- Golf Course Denartrroni - -0,.u..,;
, ,,- ,- ,,ecroatior Depaotment, 10416.42:
Store -Deartluent, c,933.45; Social Service Department, :73.40; Civil Service
Department, 1,,l0.(37; 2ound Department, ,06.65; Trafic Safety Fund, ,.,1,023.47;
Gas Tax :0, 1 Fund, ,02.79; Gras Tax, 7o, 2 7und , ,3 , 337.80; East 7ay Punicipal
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Utility District }-Lund, :2,000.83: NorLinside Storm '.7ater Disposal System Fund,
'32.
Councilman Anderson roved the bills as listed in the List of Claims filed with the
City Clerk on Apl.il 18, 1950, and presorted to the Council at this time, be allowed
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and ,
paid. --le motion was seconded by Councilman Osborn and on roll call carried
IJy the following vote. Ayes: Councilmen Anderson, Osborn, Sweeney and ?resident
I3ransc'-leid, (4) . 'roes: None. Absent: Cannc iluan Jenes, (1).
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26. Prior to adjournment, President Branscheid stated his attention had been
called by Councilman Osborn to the fact that there had been some greyhounds
turned loose en Bay Farm Island and permitted to hunl, the wi]d rabbits in that
area. T10 stated the situation has becoLlle very bad, inasruch as the dogs have
chased the rabbits onto the Golf Course and have provided some very unpleasant
and inhumane spectacles for the people on the Course.
He stated he had asked for the preparation of an ordinance prohibiting the train-
ing of the hounds on Bay Farm Island.
Councilman Osborn stated he had witnessed a most inhumane event last Saturday
when three hounds cornered a rabbit on the Golf Course and ,'it on a very tough
show before a large group of people watching a golf exhibition.
ADJOURNMENT:
27. There being no further business to come before the rieetiog, the Council
adjourned, to assemble in regular session on Tuesday evening, Bay 2, 1950, at
6:00 o'clock.