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1940-06-25 Regular CC MinutesADJOURNED REGULAR MEETING OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ALAMEDA HELD TUESDAY EVENING, TUNE 25, -------------- 1940 The meeting convened at 8:00 o'clock P. M. with President Weichhart presiding. ROLL CALL: 1. The roll was called and Councilmen Carrington, Godfrey, Maurer, Morris and Presi- dent Weichhart, (5), were noted present. Absent: None, WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS V 2. A request was presented by Mr. G. M. Bowe, Oakland, for a permit to move a two- story residence situated on the northwest corner of Central Avenue and Everett Street, to a lot on the south side of Central Avenue, approximately 54 feet east of Grove Street. There being no objections, Councilman Morris suggested this matter be referred to "New Business". ORAL COMMUNICATIONS: 3. The City Manager reported to the Council on the matter referred to him at the meet- ing of June 18, 1940, regarding congestion of traffic and obstructions that meet Oakland bound traffic from Alameda in the vicinity of the Oakland entrance to Posey Tube. A letter has been forwarded to City Manager Hassler of Oaklatd and to Mr. Marr, Planning Engineer, regarding this condition. A reply has been received from these officials stating the matter would be investigated and the City of Alameda advised of their find- ings. REPORTS OF COMMITTEES: 4. From Charles M. Romanowitz, member of the Public Utilities Board, requesting a leave of absence from the State of California for a period of thirty days, beginning June 21, 1940. Councilman Carrington moved that Mr. Romanowitz be granted the re- quested leave of absence, seconded by Councilman Morris and on roll call carried by the following vote. Ayes: Councilmen Carrington, Godfrey, Maurer, Morris and Presi- dent Weichhart, (5). Noes: None. Absent: None. 5. From the City Manager, reporting on the matter of a request from Mrs. Irma Hageman 545 E. 14th Street, Oakland, for the City to lease to her certain property lying be- tween the Golden Gate Gun Club and the Naval Air Station for the purpose of erecting a lunch room, lockers and bar. It was the recommendation of the City Manager that this property be not leased at this time, as future developments might indicate a demand for other purposes. Councilman Godfrey moved that the City Manager's recommendation be adopted and the re- quest of Mrs. Hageman be denied, seconded by Councilman Carrington and on roll call carried by the following vote. Ayes: Councilmen Carrington, Godfrey, Maurer, Morris and President Weichhart, (5). Noes: None. Absent: None. ORDINANCES INTRODUCED: 6. Councilman Morris introduced the following ordinance, after which it was laid over according to law and the Charter: "Ordinance No. New Series Adding Section 17-344 to the Alameda Municipal Code, Establishing Fifteen Minute Parking Limits." NEW BUSINESS: 7. Councilman Morris moved that the request of G. Y. Bowe for a permit to move a house from the northwest corner of Everett Street and Central Avenue to a location approximately fifty-four feet east of Grove Street on the south side of Central Avenue be granted, sub- ject to full compliance with all the provisions and regulations of the Municipal Code governing such procedure. The motion was seconded by Councilman Maurer. Mr. F. S. Collischonn, owner of the house, explained to the Council more in detail re- garding the proposed moving of his home. Councilman Godfrey inquired if the motion as stated satisfactorily covers such an undertaking. After examination of the Code by the City Attorney, the motion was deemed correct. Roll was then called and the motion carried by the following vote. Ayes: Councilmen Carrington, Godfrey, Maurer, Morris and President Weichhart, (5). Noes: None, Absent: None. Councilman Morris requested a prompt investigation be made to determine whether the type of stretcher which is now used by the City of Alameda for emergency purposes is the best than can be procured, keeping in mind not only that it meets the requirements of health regulations but ascertaining what is the best of its kind. It is his understand- ing there is considerable sag in our present equipment, which condition might be fatal to a person suffering from internal injuries. The City Manager said he would look into the matter immediately. 9. Councilman Morris asked about the operation of the two taxi companies in Alameda, inquiring if they were being regulated to the City's best ability. He spoke of the frequent seeming excessive rate of speed of these cabs. The City Manager assured Councilman Morris that the City was diligent in checking all City regulations. RESOLUTIONS: 10. Councilman Maurer introduced and moved the adoption of "Resolution No. 2495 Transferring $640.00 from Budget account 70b, General Miscellaneous, to Budget Account 132, City Manager." Councilman Morris seconded the motion and on roll call carried by the following vote. Ayes: Councilmen Carrington, Godfrey, Maurer, Morris and President Weichhart, (5). Noes: None. Absent: None. 11. Councilman Godfrey introduced and moved the adoption of "Resolution No. 2496 Transferring $400.00 from Budget Account 70b, General Miscellaneous, to Budget Account 136, Auditor and Assessor." Councilman Carrington seconded the motion and on roll call carried by the following vote. Ayes: Councilman Carrington, Godfrey, Maurer, Morris and President Weichhart (5). Noes: None. Absent: None. 12. Councilman Carrington introduced and moved the adoption of "Resolution No. 2497 Transferring $1,121.10 from the Initiative Relief Fund to the General Fund of the City of Alameda." Councilman Maurer seconded the motion and on roll call carried by the following vote. Ayes: Councilman Carrington, Godfrey, Maurer, Morris and President Weichhart, (5). Noes: None. Absent: None. 13. Councilman Morris introduced and moved the adoption of "Resolution No. 2498 Approving Contract with Goodell & Henry, Certified Public Accountants and Authorizing the Execution Thereof." Councilman Godfrey seconded the motion and on roll call carried by the following vote. Ayes: Councilman Carrington, Godfrey, Maurer, Morris and President Weichhart, (5). Noes: None. Absent: None. 14. Councilman Maurer introduced and moved the adoption of "Resolution No. 2499 Authorizing Extension of Time for Joint Operation with County of Alameda of Fruitvale Avenue Bridge; Approving Form and Authorizing Execution of Fifth Supplemental Agreement." Councilman Godfrey seconded the motion and on roll call carried by the following vote. Ayes: Councilman Carrington, Godfrey, Maurer, Morris and President Weichhart, (5) Noes: None. Absent: None. y' The City Manager and the City Attorney discussed the possibility of the City being reimbursed for moneys expended for operation of the Fruitvale Avenue Bridge if the United States Government should lost the suit now pending and be required to assume operation of the Bridge in the future. Councilman Godfrey inquired if the transfers put through at this meeting cover all usually made at the end of the fiscal year. It was explained that the usual transfers in and out of the Library Fund did not, under our present charter provision, have to be made any longer. ORDINANCES PASSED:, 15. "Ordinance No. 717 New Series An Ordinance Amending Section 17-432 of the Alameda Municipal Code by Adding Subsections (7) and (8) Thereto." Councilman Godfrey moved the ordinance as read be adopted, seconded by Councilman Morris and on roll call carried by the following vote. Ayes: Councilman Carrington, Godfrey, Maurer, Morris and President Weichhart, (5). Noes: None. Absent: None. "Ordinance No. 718 New Series An Ordinance Amending Section 17 -341 of the Alameda Municipal Code by Adding Subsection (13) Thereto." Councilman Maurer moved the ordinance as read be adopted, seconded by Councilman Morris and on roll call carried by the following vote. Ayes: Councilman Carrington, Godfrey, Maurer, Morris and President Weichhart, (5). Noes: None. Absent: None. i7 "Ordinance No. 719 New Series Reclassifying Property outheast Corner Webb Avenue and Everett Street)." Councilman Morris moved the ordinance as read be adopted, seconded by Councilman Carrington and on roll call carried by the following vote Ayes: Councilman Carrington, Godfrey, Maurer, Morris and President Weichhart, (5). Noes: None. Absent: None. FILING 18. Affidavit of Publication - Delinquent Tax List. 19. Affidavit of Publication - Notice to Bidders - Legal Advertising for fiscal year 1940 -41. 20. Report of Goodell & Henry — Bureau of Electricity as of May, 1940. 21. Form of Contract - Goodell & Henry, Special Accountants, for 1940 -1941. 22. Form of Contract - Fruitvale Avenue Bridge Operation - Fifth Supplemental Agreement. BILLS: 23. An itemized list of claims against the City of Alameda and the several depart- ments thereof in the total amounts as follows, was presented to the City Council: General Departments, $1,939.21; Police Department, $320.08• Civil Service Depart- ment, $21.60; Pound Department, $27.98 Fire Department, 112.69; Street depart- ment, $336.63; Recreation Department, 20,90; Park Department, $116.17; Golf Course Department, $28.50; Store Department, X75.04; Social Service Department, 43.50; Initiative Relief Fund, $16,50; East Bay Municipal Utility District Fund, 02,297.68. Councilman Morris moved that the claims and bills against the City in the amounts listed and itemized in the List of Claims filed with the City Clerk on June 25, 1940 including the addition of a bill payable to Alameda Times -Star in the amount of $27.55, which was presented to the Council at this meeting, be allowed and paid. The motion was seconded by Councilman Godfrey and on roll call carried by the fol- lowing vote. Ayes: Councilmen Carrington, Godfrey, Maurer, Morris and President Weichhart, (5). Noes: None. Absent: None. 24. There being no further business to come before the Council, the meeting adjourned to meet in regular session on Tuesday evening, July 2, 1940. Respectully submitted, y Clerk .