1931-10-06 Regular CC MinutesREGULAR MEETING OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ALAMEDA,
TUESDAY EVENING, OCTOBER 6TH, 1931.
The meeting convened at 8 o'clock with Council-president Henning presiding.
The roll was called and Councilmen Brodersen, Leydecker, Murray and Presi-
dent Henning, (4) were noted present. Absent: Councilman Schaefer, (1).'
The minutes of the regular meeting of September 15th, 1931 were approved
as 'read.
WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS:
The following communications were received:-
- From the City Manager containing recommendations for additional fencing
on tne,south side of Lincoln Park. Mr. Brodersen moved that the recommendations
be adopted and that the communication be referred to a meeting of the Committee of
the Whole to ascertain how much of the work recommended by the City Manager could
be done under budget allowances. The motion was seconded by Mr. Leydecker and
carried unanimously.
From the Social Service Board relative to a probable shortage of funds
during, he coming fiscal year. The communication was ordered filed.
3/ - From Pasadena Chapter, Daughters of the American Revolution, relative
to the,naming of the proposed San Francisco-Oakland Bay 'Bridge. There being no
objection consideration of this communication was referred to the first meting
to be held in January, 1932.
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From the City Manager, recommending the City Engineer and City Clerk
be instructed to prepare specifications and advertise for bids for the resurfacing
of the -three tennis courts at Washington Park. Mr. Brodersen moved that the
recommendation of the City Manager be adopted, seconded by Mr. Leydecker and on
roll call carried unanimously.
- From the City Manager, recommending the purchase of the property opposite
the end of Fernside Boulevard and south of the east end of Encinal Avenue, Mr.
Brodersen moved that the communication be referred to a meeting of the Committee
of the Whole, seconded by Mr. Leydecker and carried unanimously.
From the City Manager containing recommendations relative to the re-
lieving of traffic conditions at the corner of High Street and San Jose Avenue.
Mr. Leydecker moved that the recommendation of the City Manager be adopted,
seconded by Mr. Brodersen and on roll call carried unanimously.
= From the City Manager recommending that signal lights be not installed
at Lincoln Avenue and Webster Street. Mr. Brodersen moved that the recommendation
of the City Manager be adopted, seconded by Mr. Leydecker and carried.
From the Island City-Tennis Club, requesting $25.00 out of the advertis-
ing fund to defray expenses in a proposed tournament to be held from October llth
to 25th. Mr. Murray moved that the sum of $25.00 be appropriated as requested,
but that the money be expended under the jurisdiction of the City Manager. The
motion.was seconded by Mr. Leydecker and on roll call carried unanimously.
From the Oakland Tribune, requesting reconsideration of previous action
of the-council relative to advertisement in 1932 Year Book. After discussion,
Mr. Leydecker moved that an anount of $100.00 be appropriated to cover the
expenses in connection with this advertisement. Tie motion was seconded by Mr:
Brodersen and on roll call carried by the following vote:- Ayes: Councilmen
Brodersen, Leydecker and President Henning, (3). Noes: None. Skit Voting:,
Councilman Murray, (1). Absent: Councilman Schaefer, (1).
From the Alaska Packers Association, protesting passage of the rat
barrier ordinance. Mr. Brodersen moved that the communication be referred to the
City Manwer to investigate and ascertain as to whether other cities are enforcing
such an ordinance along similar lines, and that this report be made to the council
at its next meeting. The motion was seconded by Mr. Leydecker and carried unanimously.
From the City Planning Commission, .recommending temporary permit be granted
to use the premises known as 862 Cedar Street for Class 111 purposes. Mr. Brodereen
moved that the council grant arevocable permit. The motion was seconded by Mr. Murray
and same carried unanimously.
12/ , From the Alameda Housewives' League protesting purchase of land for park
purposes. Ordered filed.
13.V From the International City Managers' Association, re Convention at Louisville,
Kentucky. Ordered filed.
1 , From the City Manager relative to a deficit of $87.75 in the Fleet Day
celebration. After discussion, Mr. Brodersen moved that the request de- tie Alaneda
Chamberof Commerce for an, anount of $87.75 to cover this deficity be denied. The
motion was seconded by Mr. Leydecker and same carried unanimously.
15.v From the City Manager recommending that bills in anount of $199.95, whit
come within the appropriation of $200.00 allowed by the Council for Alameda Fleet Day
be allowed. Mr. Brodersen moved that the recommendation of the City Manager be accept-
ed, seconded by Mr. Leydecker and on roll call carried unanimously.
From the Southern Pacific Company requesting permission to lay spur
track cr ssing Alameda Pier auto ferry road for the purpose of serving the United
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States Army Air Base, together with recommendations from the City Attorney
and City Engineer. After discussion, and at the suggestion of President Henning,
Mr. Brodersen moved that the reCoimaendations be adopted, but that the Resolution
granting the right to lay the spur track first be presented to the City Attorney
inorder that a clause may be inserted therein covering protection of pedestrians
and also a time limit as to trains blockading traffic. The motion was seconded by
Mr. Leydecker and carried unanimously.
From Building Inspector Rogers, re building officials conference at
Berkeley. Ordered filed.
From the West End Merchants Association, requesting an appropriation of
500.00 from the advertising fund covering a public Christmas tree celebration.
Mr; Leydecker moved that the matter be referred to the Publicity and Convention
Committee to report back to the first meeting in November, 1931, seconded by Mr.
Murray and carried.
From the Alameda Improvement
land at the north end of the Army Air
communication be referred to the City
ings. The motion was seconded by Mr.
Club, relative to low places in the city's
Base Site. Mr. Brodersen moved that the
Manager to report to the council'hit find-
Leydecker and carried.
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20. From Carl Bottino, re paving of certain roads on Bay Farm Island,
together with letter from the City Manager pertaining to same. There being no
objection, the matter was referred to a meeting of the Committee of the Whole,
and the City Engineer instructed to ascertain the cost of oiling and macadamizing
the road referred to.
NEW BUSINESS:
21.7 The City Attorney stated that it would be necessary to employ additional
counsel temporarily to assist him in the work that has accUmulated in his office.
Mr. Brodersen moved that the City Attorney be empowered to employ such counsel.
The motion was seconded by Mr.Leydecher & on roll call carried unanimously.
22./ The City Attorney c ailed attention of the Council that insurance or
securities under the control of the City Treasurer should be obtained. Mr.
Brodersen moved that the matter be included in the insurance specifications
about to be advertised for. The motion was seconded by Mr. Leydecker and
same carried unanimously.
23. Mr. Murray called attention of the Council to the recent air-plane
accident on Bay Farm Island and moved that two or three wading suits be
purchased for use of the Police and Fire Departments. The motion was seconded by
Mr. Brodersen and on roll call carried unanimously.
RESOLUTION:
24.v Mr. Leydecker introduced and moved the adoption of
"Resolution No. 1630.
TRANSFERRING $506.25 FROM THE ELECTRIC LIGHT '
FUND TO THE INTEREST AND REDEMPTION FUND."
Mr. Brodersen seconded the motion to adopt the Resolution and on roll call it
was adopted and passed unanimously.
ORDINANCE FOR PASSAGE:
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FILING:
The following Ordinance came up for passage and was read by the Clerk:
"Ordinance No.
New Series.
Authorizing Sale of Real Property.
(Proposed E. K. Taylor Park)."
Brodersen moved that the ordinanceas read be adopted, seconded by Mr. Murray
on roll call carried unanimously.
The Clerk stated that since the last meeting the following papers had
been filed:
26/ Oath of office of W. T. Steinmetz as Chief of Fire Department.
Balance Sheets, Alameda Belt Line for June and July, 1931.
Claims against the General Departments amounting to $ 3768.23; Police Department
$196.31; Fire Department, $178.99; Health Department, $241.34; Street Department
2315.14; Recreation Department, $1449.50; Golf Course Department, $2019.82; Store
Department, $160.86; Social Service Department, $136.47; Initiative Relief Fund,
$367.27; Street Improvement Fund, j1459.88; Compensation Insurance Fund $26.30
and East Bay Municipal Utility District Payment Fund $2462.62 having been approved
and audited by the proper officials were listed by the Clerk as follows;-
Addressograph Company
Alameda Dahlia Society
Alameda Park Co,
Alameda Times-Star
Alameda Times-Star
Alameda Times-Star
Alameda Times-Star
Alameda Times-Star
American Law Book Co., The
Beatie, Loreme R.
Brown, William
Burrough's Adding Machine Co.
Burrough's Adding Machine Co,
Carlisle & Co., A.
Crocker, H. S.
Dallas, H. R., Tax Coll.
Elster Printing Company
Elster Printing Company
Ford, N. O.
Parrison Van & Storage Co.
Henning, William B.
Holdal & Richardson
Johnson Co., S.T.
McGrawg,Hill Book Company
Mullen Mrs. Nellie E.
M. E. L. P.
M. E. L. P.
Nichols, Norma
Otis Elevator Company
Pacific Gas and. Electric Co.
Pacific Tel. & Tel. Co.
Peterson Tallow Go.
Seeley, Esther
Strom Electrical Co.
Wiese, L. S., Chairman
Alzina, Hap
Dave's Service Station
Dietz Motor Company
George, Charley
Modern. Bond. Borp.
N. R. A. Service Co., Inc.
Pacific Gas & Elect, Co.
Pacific Tel. & Tel. Go.
Park Street Garage
Railway Express Agency
Rickerson, Al.
Smith, Vern
Western Auto Supply Go.
American Rubber Mfg. Co.
Associated Oil Company
Boyle Mfg. Co., Inc
French Oxygen Co., F.W.
Lewis, R. E
M. E. L. P.
M. E. L. P.
Pacific Gas & Electric Co.
Seagrave Corporation, The
Steinmetz, W.T„, Rev. Fund.
Alameda Steam Laundry
Alameda Tites-Star
Benjamin, Freda M.
Braun-Knecht-Heimann Co.
Burke, Alice M.C.
Burns, Mrs. V.
Carpenter, Tom, V.S.
City Market
Cossitt & Company
Ellis, James A., M.D.
Encinal Coal Company
Martin, J.A.
Pacific Tel. & Tel. Go.
Pauline, Rosemarie
Prendable, William
Sanders, R.W., M.D.
Wetmore Ghevolet Company
General Departments
Die letters
Show expense
Torches used at Lincoln Park
Advertising ordinance
Copies of ordinance
Printing, miscellaneous
Printing receipt books
Printing recall petitions
Law Book
Services
Rubber stamp
Inspecting machine, Auditor
Inspecting machine, Treasurer
File folders
Blue book
Tax due on Government Island
Affidavits
Cards
Envelopes
Cartage on adding ma hine
Mayor's allowance
Accounting for September 1931
Diesel oil
Manual
Signs for Safety Parade
Light and power - City Hall
Street lighting
Services
Elevator Service
Gas, City Hall
Phone service, City Hall offices
Disposal of dead animals
Services in Assessor's offEce
Castor and assembly
Advertising in Letter Carriers' pro.
Total . .
Police Department
Repairing motorcycles
Grease auto
Repair auto
Painting traffic signs
Amunition
Targets
Gas for pound
Telephone
Repair auto
Freight
Repair belt
Use of private auto
Battery
1.43
115.01
3.50
10.90
2.00
27.00
70.00
63.00
7,50
74.00
2,90
1.25
-1,00
7.19
4.00
220.00
5.75
20.75
5.50
6,00
50.00
45.00
36.90
5.00
5.00
91.03
2,685.26
3.00
7.50
3.15
40,46
25.00
20.00
2.25
100.00
$ 3768.23
19.92
7.30.
19.04
44.00
30.00
7,50
1.11
17.40
1.75
4.29
1.50
35.00
7.50
Total . . . $ . 196.31
Fire Deartment
Hose gaskets
Gasoline, oil
Garbage can
Cylinder
Soap
Recharging batteries
Electricity
Gas
Parts
Miscellaneous expense
Total .
Health Department
Laundry
Binding and printing
Services in laboratory
Supplies
Services in clinic
Services in clinic
Transportation
Hamberger
Certificates
Services in clinic
Hay
Services as rat catcher
Telephone bill
Services in Laboratory
Services in Laboratory
Transportation service
New Battery
Total . .
3.37
60.75
4.10
3.00
15.75
2.00
51.77
18.03
10.89
9.33
$ 178.99
22,96
25.25
2.6 32:
2.75
5,00
5.00
35.00
.60
8,16
5.00
2,75
55.00
9.80
9.80
5.00
15.00
7.95
241.34
Labor,
Associated Oil Company
Alameda Welding Works
Austin-Western Road Mach.Co.
Bay Belting & Supply Co.
Bryant, Mrs, F.E.
California Brush Company
Carlisle & Company, A.
Chanslor & Lyon Stores
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Collins Company, Harry R.
Colyear Motor Sales Company
Dennen Company, T.W.
Dieterich-Post Company
Dietz Motor Company
East Bay Municipal Utility Dist.
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Gardner, U.S.
Haynes, M.
Loop Lumber & Mill Co.
Maffei, A.
Marwedel, C.W.
M. E.L. P.
M. E. L. P.
Pacific Tel. & Tel. Co.
Richfield Oil Company
Siegler, Louis
Texaco. Super Service
Typewriter Guy
United Iron Works
Wagner, George
Western Auto Supply Co
Associated Oil Company
Baker Hamilton & Pacific Co.
Benton, A. C.
Benton, A. C.
Brown, William
Buick .Home Service
Cleaves, V.H.
Dietz-Motor Co.
Goff,-Thomas
Larson, W.H.
M. E.1. P.
Pacific Gas & Elect. Co.
Pacific Tel. & Tel, Co.
Paulin, Dan
Skelly, Sam
Stumph, M.
Wright's Garage
Labor
Associated Oil Company
Crane Go,
Crocker Co., H.S.
Dennen Co., V.W.
Encinal Press
Gee, Fred B.
Loop Lumber & Mill Co.
M. E, L. P.
M. E. L. P.
Oakland, California Towel
Ough,-I. M.
Pacific Tel. & Tel. Co.
Powell Bros'.
Street Department
Gasoline
Welding
Parts
Belting
IWater used from premises
Hickory
Street laws
Gasket
Tolls for shop
Tire
Discs
Rags
Paper
Repairs for month of August
Water to Corporation Yard
Water used during August
Glasses
Repairs to tools
Lumber
Replacing broken sidewalk
Screws
Recharging battery
Light and power, Corporation Yard
Service, Corporation Yard
Oil
Repairs to tools
Repairs, water
Cleaning and inspecting
Parts, etc
Parts for Moreland
Parts
Total . . •
Recreation Department
Gasoline
Hardware
Auto allowance
Train fare, advanced.
Rubber stamp
Oil
Services
Auto repairs
Services
Resurfacing tennis
Electricity
Gas
Telephone
Services
Repairs
Repairs to balls
Repairs, mowers
court, Lin.Pk.
Total . . •
Golf Course Department
Gasoline
Supplies
Pencils
Sweeping compound
Score cards
Fire equipment
Lumber
Power and electricity
Lamps
Co. Towel
Water
Phone
Sand
Associated Oil Company
Crocker Company, H.S.
Kling-Dawers Stationery Co.
Neal, Stratford & Kerr
Pierson, Neil B„ City Mgr..
San Francisco News Go.
Smith Brothers
service
consumed at Course
service
Total . . •
Store Department
Gasoline
Store supplies
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Money advance 4 for stamps
Store supplies
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1722.37
132.60
1.00
22.74
3.02
1.01
180.00
4.13
.27
17.15
57.49
6.50
4.95
2.40
10.65
1.82
9.82
.90
18.75
6.34
8.00
.25
1.00
.43
2.90
38.50
3.55
2.13
1.50
42.25
3.27
7.45
2315.14
13.00
28.31
35.00
3.50
.50
15.00
45.00
28.72
24.00
1045.00
101.75
4.61
2,55
65.00
18.41
7.50
11.65
1449.50
758.00
46,90
41.57
18.58
4.50
5.00
71.50
1.98
464.19
8.16
29.33
487.50
8.05
71.56
2019.82-
68,38
14.28
9.45
7.84
50.00'/
5.39
5.50
Total . . 160.86
Arnold Dairy, A.E.
Borden's Farm Products,
Chandler's Express
Golden State Company, Ltd.
Konigshofer's
M. H.,L. P.
Smith's Cafe
Survey Graphic
Texaco Super Service
Trask, Mrs.
Western Auto Supply Co,
Wetmore Chevrolet Co.
Wold's
Acme Grocery
Acme Grocery
Boynton's Grocery
City Market, No. 2
Craig's Grocery
Crystal Market
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Dusterpoth, W.
Franke, David
George & Koupas Bros.
Grandldeat Market
Hagy's Meat Market
Hickman, George W.
Noy, R.G.
Palace Grocery
Santa Clara Meat Market
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Shopryte Grocery
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West '.nd Market
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Western Market
Willow Grocery Co.
Reafey-Moore Company
Powell Brothers
Transit Concrete Company
Alameda Sanatorium
Bell Pharmacy
Glenn, M.D., Robert A,
Social Service Department
Milk
Milk
Moving charge
Milk
Merchandise
Electricity
Meals to J. Lee
Subscription
Oil
Board extras
Files ana chamois
Oil, accessories
Shoes
Total • • .
Initiative Relief Fund
Groceries
Meat
Grocery es
n
Meat
Services
Groceries
Meat
Groceries
Meat
Groceries
Meat
Groceries
0
Meat
Groceries
3.63
20.94
4.00
22471
20.07
43.20
1.50
3.00
.75
1.70
2.02
9.95
3.00
136.47
24.00
19.40
26.00
12.00
5400
.1.00
.4.00
28.00
7.75
10.30
8.00
5.00
44.00
9.75
12.00
1.00
40.00
3.60
13.35
200'
2.45
15.85
13.80
15.00
4.00
2.00
2.00
2.67
24.35
Total . . . . 367.27
Street Improvement Fund
Road oil
Materials
Materials
Total . .
Compensation Insurance Fund
X-rays
Drugs
Blood examination
Total . .
East Bay Municipal Utility
District Payment Fund
,593.97
752.67
113.24
$ 1459.88
15.00
1.30
10.00
26.30
Eat Bay MunOtility Dist. Public Use Charge, $ 2427.79
n n n 0 n Water main extensions
34.83
Total • .-. $ 2462.62
Mr. Brodersen moved that the bills as listed be paid subject to the usual objection
as voiced by President Henning and Councilman Brodersen relative to the payment of
the Ready to Serve ,Charke of the East Bay Municipal Utility District. The motion
was seconded by Mr. Leydecker and on roll call carried unanimously.
There being no further business to transact, the Council adjourned to meet
in regular session Tuesday evening, October 20th, 19311,at 8 o'clock.
Repectfully submitted,
ARCOE,'
Ctip Clerk.