1947-03-04 Regular CC MinutesREGULAR MEETING OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ALAMEDA
HELD TUESDAY EVENING, MARCH 4, 1947
The meeting convened at 3:00 P. M. with President Branscheid presiding.
ROLL CALL:
The roll was called and Councilmen Howe, Jones, Osborn and President Branscheid
(4). Absent: Councilman Sweeney, (1).
MINUTES:
1. The minutes of the regular meeting held February 18, 1947, were approved as
transcribed.
WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS:
2: From Lincoln-Edison Dads' Club, and other organizations, submitting a resolu-
tion petitioning the City Council to take the necessary steps to insure adquate
lighting in Krusi Park in order that sports activities may be held at night.
After the communication had been read, President Branscheid stated that this matter
had previously been referred to the Committee of the Whole inasmuch as there were
many problems involved which would require some study. He invited anybody who
wished to speak on the subject to address the Council.
At this point, Mr. Armitte Kimbrough, representing Sigma Alpha of the Christ Episco-
pal Church, remarked that while they realized there were many problems to be ironed
out by the Council, the people he represented would be interested to know what these
problems are. He suggested that it had been intimated that Krusi Park's football
field is a temporary installation, and stated that if by "temporary" was meant per-
haps one year, they could see some reason for a reluctance on the part of the Coun-
cil to make the installation. He stated, however, that if by "temporary" it meant
a period of years, it was their feeling that the lights should be installed. In
this connection, he pointed out that he had been assured by the representatives of
one of the leading electrical firms in the region that the type of pole they would
suggest installing - a seventy-five foot pole - could be moved to any other location
which might be designated as the permanent football field of the City.
He pointed out that Alameda High School pioneered the idea of night football games
in the Alameda County Athletic League and stated that his group felt that all neces-
sary steps should be taken to support the local high school in this move and to
install Krusi Park lights prior to the coming football season.
He suggested that the Council listen to Mr. E. H. Logan, Jr., President of Sigma
Alpha. Mr. Logan expressed himself on the matter briefly, stating that he had
talked with the Navy Inspector, Mr. Deasy, in charge of the dismantling of Camp
Shoemaker, and stated that Mr. Deasy had assured him that the bleachers remaining
in that camp could be made available for use in Krusi Park at a very nominal price
probably for less than 4100.
President Branscheid stated that all of these matters would be taken into considera-
in the Council's study of the matter, and that it is very probable that the City
Manager would have a report ready for the next Council meeting.
Councilman Jones referred to a statement made by Mr. Kimbrough to the effect that
there is now in the Krusi Park Fund the sum of 0,000. that could be used for the
purpose of installing lights. He pointed out that while this amount of money is
in the fund, it is ear-marked for the purpose of erecting a building and cannot be
used for lights.
Mr. Bob Baronian, President of the Student Body of Alameda High School, stated that
on behalf of,the students of Alameda High School, he wished to thank the Council
for making Krusi Park available during the past season, and to assure the Council
of their deep appreciation for everything that has been done for them by the City.
He urged that careful consideration be given the suggestion that lights be installed
in Krusi Park.
President Branscheid assured him that the Council is entirely sympathetic to the
idea and would do everything possible to overcome any obstacles which might lie in
the way.
Councilman Jones spoke on the matter mentioned by Mr. Logan, and suggested it might
be well to look into the matter of acquiring these bleachers if it is possible to
do so at a very reasonable cost.
Mr. McMillan at this point, reviewed the entire situation regarding Krusi Park and
agreed with the speakers that a lighted field would attract large crowds for the
night football games. He pointed out that the City Council is on record as being
willing to go ahead with this lighting and that the only question is whether or not
it is going to be worth the money involved for the few games that will be played
on that field - possibly not more than five during the season. He stated that the
matter will be thoroughly investigated and a full report will be, given on the
entire situation.
President Branscheid stated that the matter would be referred to the City Manager
for further study and report.
3. From the United States of America, Twelfth Naval District, Office of the Com-
mandant, requesting permission to sublet its interests to another lessee. The
property in question is situated at the foot of Chestnut Street and is covered by
a lease to the Lars Pedersen Estate.
Councilman Osborn moved this matter be referred to the City Manager for further
investigation and report. The motion was seconded by Councilman Howe and carried.
4:7 From the City of Albany, requesting the City of Alameda to sell to it four
fire alarm boxes, which had recently been borrowed.
With reference to this communication, the City Manager explained that the City of
Alameda had loaned the four boxes mentioned to the City of Albany and that he had
recently discussed with it, through Fire Chief Pimental, the purchase of these
boxes at the price of $50. per box. He thereupon recommended that the City of
Alameda sell to the City of Albany the four boxes in question at the price quoted.
Councilman Jones moved the City Manager be authorized to make the sale of these
boxes at a price of approximately $50. each. The motion was seconded by Council-
man Osborn and on roll call carried by the following vote. Ayes: Councilmen
Howe, Jones, Osborn and President Branscheid, (4) . Noes: No ne. Absent: Coun-
cilman Sweeney, (1).
ORAL COMMUNICATIONS:
5: Councilman Jones reviewed the Pin Award Ceremony held last Saturday evening
in the Veterans' Memorial Building, stating that it was a very fine tribute on
the part of the City to the employees and that it was very well handled through
Mrs. Pratt, General Chairman, and her committee.
Councilman Osborn spoke on the same subject, stating that he felt this was a very
worthwhile annual affair and expressed the hope that more people throughout the
City would make an effort to attend this ceremony as a means of showing their
appreciation for the services of the City employees on their behalf.
President Branscheid stated that he, too, felt the ceremony was a grand success
and that it contributed much to the promotion of better feeling and understanding
between the administration and employees.
OPENING OF BIDS:
6. Bids were presented and read for the furnishing of Top Soil to the City, in
accordance with Specifications and Provisions No. MS 2 -47 -3, as follows :_
From R. C. King $ 2.50 per Cu. Yd.
Accompanied by personal check in amount of - - - - $200.00
From Ariss -Knapp Co. 2.00 per Cu. Yd.
Accompanied by certified check in amount of - - - 200.00
The bids were referred to the City Manager and City Engineer for study and
recommendation.
Mr. Logan commented on this matter, stating that he had had occasion to go over
to the City Dump last Sunday to dispose of some garbage and had noticed the
proximity of the Model Aeroplane Enthusiasts' site to the Dump and also that
there were several children with model aeroplanes who were playing on the Dump.
He remarked that he presented this matter only from the standpoint of the wel-
fare of the children.
Mr. McMillan stated that this is the only spot in the entire City which is presently
available for this purpose and that when the top soil is placed on it and grass
grown over it, it will be a thoroughly sanitary place and a beautiful and satis-
factory site for the Model Enthusiasts.
REPORTS OF COMMITTEES:
7. From the City Manager, recommending that Otto Rittler, Recreation Superin-
tendent, be allowed to attend a conference of the California Recreation Executives
Association, to be held in Santa Cruz, from March 31, through April 2, 1947, and
that the sum of 05. be appropriated for his expenses.
Councilman Osborn moved the recommendation of the City Manager be approved; that
Mr. Rittler be authorized to attend the designated conference and the sum of $45.
be allowed to defray his expenses. The motion was seconded by Councilman Howe
and on roll call carried by the following vote. Ayes: Councilmen Howe, Jones,
Osborn and President Branscheid, (4). Noes: None. Absent: Councilman Sweeney,
(1).
8: From the City Manager, recommending that delivery of a 1,000-gallon pumper
for the Fire Department be accepted and that payment to the Seagrave Corporation
for this piece of equipment be authorized.
Councilman Howe moved the recommendation of the City Manager be approved; that
the specified equipment be accepted and payment be authorized. The motion was
seconded by Councilman Osborn and on roll call carried by the following vote.
Ayes: Councilmen Howe, Jones, Osborn and President Branscheid, (4). Noes: None.
Absent: Councilman Sweeney, (1).
9: From the Mayor, City Manager and City Auditor, reporting on the Count of
Money, held February 26, 1947, showing there was $2,474,234.75 under control of
the City Treasurer, the amount which according to the Auditor's records, should
have at that time been in the City Treasury.
Councilman Jones moved the report be accepted and filed. The motion was seconded
by Councilman Osborn and carried.
INTRODUCTION OF ORDINANCES:
10. Councilman Jones introduced the following ordinance, after which it was laid
over under provision of law and the Charter:
"Ordinance No.
New Series
An Ordinance Amending Section 17-342 of the Alameda
Municipal Code by Adding Subdivision (6) Thereto."
UNFINISHED BUSINESS:
11' matter of the request of Mr. Louis Alexander, 3406 - 35th Avenue, Oakland,
that his contract be extended over a period of five years, was presented by the
City Manager. Mr. Alexander is the holder of a contract covering the operation of
the refreshment concessions in Washington, Lincoln and Krusi Parks for the current
calendar year.
Mr. McMillan stated that upon taking this matter up with the City Attorney, he had
been advised that under present arrangements, it would be impossible to extend the
term of the contract without calling for new bids for the proposed five-year term.
It was his belief that this would not be the practicable thing to do.
Councilman Osborn moved the City Manager be instructed to inform Mr. Alexander of
the attitude of the City concerning this matter. The motion was seconded by Coun-
cilman Howe and carried.
NEW BUSINESS:
12:' There was read to the Council a letter proposed to be sent to the City of
Oakland, dealing with the disposal of cannery waste in the Estuary and in San
Leandro Bay, with the request that steps be taken to remedy this situation.
Councilman Jones recommended that this letter be sent to the Council of the City
of Oakland in the name of the Council of the City of Alameda. The motion was
seconded by Councilman Howe and carried.
RESOLUTIONS:
13. The following resolution was introduced by Councilman Osborn, who moved its
adoption:
"Resolution No. 3495
Authorizing City Manager to Make Application to
State Director of Finance on Behalf of the City
of Alameda for State Assistance in Defraying the
Cost of Plans for Webster Street Storm Sewer and
Pumping Plant. (Project No. 47-18)."
The motion to adopt said resolution was seconded by Councilman Jones and on roll
call carried by the following vote. Ayes: Councilmen Howe, Jones, Osborn and
President Branscheid, (4). Noes: None. Absent: Councilman.Sweeney, (1).
Thereupon the President declared said resolution duly adopted and passed.
14. The following resolution was introduced by Councilman Howe, who moved its
adoption:
"Resolution No. 3496
Authorizing Deputy City Attorney to Attend Fifty-
Seventh (First Extraordinary) Session of California
Legislature at Sacramento, California."
The motion to adopt said resolution was seconded by Councilman Osborn and on roll
call carried by the following vote. Ayes: Councilmen Howe, Jones, Osborn and
President Branscheid, (4). Noes: None. Absent: Councilman Sweeney, (1).
Thereupon the President declared said resolution duly adopted and passed.
15. The following resolution was introduced by Councilman Jones, who moved its
adoption:
"Resolution No. 3497
Creating and Establishing One Additional Position
of "Policewoman" in the Police Department of the
City of Alameda and Fixing the Salary Thereof."
The motion to adopt said resolution was seconded by Councilman Howe and on roll
call carried by the following vote. Ayes: Councilmen Howe, Jones, Osborn and
President Branscheid, (4). Noes: None. Absent: Councilman. Sweeney, (1).
Thereupon the President declared said resolution duly adopted and passed.
ORDINANCES FOR PASSAGE:
16. "Ordinance No. 910,
New Series
An Ordinance Amending Section. 17 -432 of the Alameda
Municipal Code by Adding Subdivision (23) Thereto."
Councilman Jones moved the ordinance be adopted as read. The motion was seconded
by Councilman Howe and on roll call carried by the following vote. Ayes: Coun-
cilmen Howe, Jones, Osborn and President Branscheid, (4). Noes: None. Absent:
Councilman Sweeney, (1).
17.
"Ordinance No. 911,
New Series
An Ordinance Authorizing the Execution of a Lease
of Certain Tide and Submerged Lands to Alaska
Packers Association, a Corporation; Approving
the Forrn and Terms of Said Lease and Authorizing
Execution Thereof."
Councilman Jones suggested this matter be explained for the enlightenment of those
in the audience. President Branscheid outlined the various steps which had been
taken leading up to the enactment of the present ordinance.
Councilman Howe then moved the ordinance be adopted as read. The motion was
seconded by Councilman Jones and on roll call carried by the following vote.
Ayes: Councilmen Howe, Jones, Osborn and President Branscheid, (4). Noes: None.
Absent: Councilman Sweeney, (1).
FILING:
18. Financial Statement - Goodell, Byers & Henry - City of Alameda,
at January 31, 1947.
19. Financial Statement - Goodell, Byers & Henry - Bureau of
Electricity as of January, 1947.
20. Auditor's Balance Sheet - Month of February, 1947.
BILLS:
21. An itemized List of Claims against the City of Alameda and several of the
departments artments thereof, in the total amounts as follows, was presented to the Council
at meeting: General Departments, ',887.15; Street Department, 4}2,345.90;
Broadway Storm Drain Fund, ;;;1,129.50; Parking Meter Operations Fund, $41,054.66;
Fire Drill Tower Fund, 45,618.25; Gas Tax No. 1 Fund, i1,421.08.
Councilman Howe moved the bills as itemized in the List of Claims filed with the
City Clerk on March 4, 1947, and presented to the Council at this time, be allowed
and paid. The motion was seconded by Councilman Osborn and on roll call carried
by the following vote. Ayes: Councilmen Howe, Jones, Osborn and President
Branscheid, (4). Noes: None. Absent: Councilman Sweeney, (1).
22. At this time President Branscheid expressed the appreciation of the Council
for the large attendance and wished that more people of the City of Alameda would
make it a point to drop in and visit the Council meetings occasionally. He also
noted the presence of Ex -Mayor Godfrey and welcomed him as a member of the audience.
ADJOURNMENT:
23. There being no further business to come beforeMtrehmeeting, the Co Ocil ad-
journed to assemble in regular session y, M.
Respec* "ubmitted,