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2007-05-15 PacketCITYOFALAMEDA.CALJFORNJA SPECIAL MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL TUESDAY - - - MAY 15, 2007 - - - 6 :00 p.m. Time: Tuesday, May 15, 2007 6 :00 p.m. Place: C Room, City Hall, corner of Santa Clara Avenue and Oak Street. Agenda: 1. Roll Call - City Council 2. Public Comment on Agenda Items Only Anyone wishing to address the Council on agenda items only, may speak for a maximum of 3 minutes per item 3. Adjournment to Closed Session to consider: 3-A. CONFERENCE WITH REAL PROPERTY NEGOTIATORS Properties: Negotiating parties: Under negotiation: Alameda Gateway, Alameda Marina, Ballena Marina, Encinal Industries, and Encinal Marina City and J. Beery, Pacific Shops, Almar Property, P. Wang and Encinal Marina Price and terms 3-B. CONFERENCE WITH LABOR NEGOTIATORS Agency Negotiators: Craig Jory and Human Resources Director Employee Organizations: All City Bargaining Units 4. Announcement of Action Taken in Closed Session, if any 5. Adjournment - City Council everly • o i ijn, 1 ayor CITY OF ALAMEDA • CALIFORNIA ANNUAL MEETING OF THE INDUSTRIAL DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY TUESDAY - - - MAY 15, 2007 - - - 7:25 P.M. Location: Council Chimers, City Hall, corner of Santa Clara Avenue and Oak Street. Public Participation Anyone wishing to address the Authority on agenda items or business introduced by Authority may speak for a maximum of 3 minutes per agenda item when the subject is before the Authority. Please file a speaker's slip with the Deputy City Clerk if you wish to speak on an agenda item. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE ROLL CALL MINUTES Minutes of the Annual Industrial Development Authority Meeting of May 16, 2006. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS (Public Comment) AUTHORITY COMMUNICATIONS (Communications from Authority) ADJOURNMENT AGENDA CITY OF ALAMEDA • CALIFORNIA IF YOU WISH TO ADDRESS THE COUNCIL: 1. Please file a speaker's slip with the Deputy City Clerk and upon recognition by the Mayor, approach the podium and state your name; speakers are limited to three (3) minutes per item. 2. Lengthy testimony should be submitted in writing and only a summary of pertinent points presented verbally. 3. Applause and demonstration are prohibited during Council meetings. TUESDAY REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL MAY 15, 2007 - - - - 7:30 P.M. [Note: Regular Council Meeting convenes at 7:30 pm, City Hall, Council Chaffers, corner of Santa Clara Ave and Oak St] The Order of Business for City Council Meeting is as follows: 1. Roll Call 2. Agenda Changes 3. Proclamations, Special 4. Consent Calendar 5. Agenda Items . Oral Communications, Non - Agenda Orders of the Day and Announcements (Public Comment) 7. Council Communications (Communications from Council) 8. Adjournment Public Participation Anyone wishing to address the Council on agenda items or business introduced by Councilmembers may speak for a maximum of 3 minutes per agenda item when the subject is before Council. Please file a speaker's slip with the Deputy City Clerk if you wish to address the City Council SPECIAL MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL 6:00 P.M. CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS CONFERENCE ROOM Separate Agenda (Closed Session) ANNUAL MEETING OF THE INDUSTRIAL DEVELOPMENT 7:25 P.M. AUTHORITY, CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS Separate Agenda SPECIAL MEETING OF THE COMMUNITY IMPROVEMENT 7 :31 P.M. COMMISSION, CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS Separate Agenda 1. ROLL CALL - City Council 2. AGENDA CHANGES 3. PROCLAMATIONS, SPECIAL ORDERS OF THE DAY AND ANNOUNCEMENTS 3 -A. Proclamation declaring May 17, 2007 as Bike -to -Work Day. (Public Works) 3 -B. Proclamation declaring May 13 through 19, 2007 as National Police Memorial Week. (Police) 4. CONSENT CALENDAR Consent Calendar items are considered routine and will be enacted, approved or adopted by one motion unless a request for removal for discussion or explanation is received from the Council or a member of the public 4 -A. Minutes of the Special Joint City Council and Community Improvement Commission meeting held on April 17, 2007, the Special and Regular City Council Meetings held on May 1, 2007, and the Special Joint City Council, Alameda Reuse and Redevelopment Authority, and Community Improvement Commission Meeting held on May 8, 2007. (City Clerk) 4 -B. Bills for ratification. (Finance) 4-C. Recommendation to set hearing date for June 5, 2007 for establishment of Proposition 4 Limit for Fiscal Year 2007- 2008. (Finance) 4 -D. Recommendation to accept Quarterly Sales Tax Report for period ending March 31, 2007. (Finance) 4 -E. Recommendation to award Contract in the amount of $240,000, including contingencies, to Shaaf & Wheeler Consulting Engineers for Storm Drainage Study, No. P.W. 03- 07 -08. (Public Works) 4 -F. Recommendation to adopt Specifications and authorize Call for Bids for Roof Structure for Maintenance Service Center Transfer Pad and Dumpsters, No. P.W. 04-07-14. (Public Works) 4 -G. Recommendation to adopt Plans and Specifications and authorize Call for Bids for pruning of City trees within the City of Alameda for the Fiscal Year ending June 30, 2008, No. P. W. 04-07-13. (Public Works) 4 -H. Recommendation to accept the work of SpenCon Construction, Inc., for Fiscal Year 2005-2006 repair of Portland Cement concrete sidewalk, curb, gutter, driveway, and minor street patching, No. P.W. 03-06-06. (Public Works) 4 -I. Adoption,of Resolution Preliminarily Approving Annual Report Declaring Intention to Order Levy and Collection of Assessments and Providing for Notice of Public Hearing July 3, 2007 - Island City Landscaping and Lighting District 84 -2; Adoption of Resolution Preliminarily Approving Annual Report Declaring Intention to Order Levy and Collection of Assessments and Providing for Notice of Public Hearing July 3, 2007 - Island City Landscaping and Lighting District 84- 2, Zones 2 and 3. (Public Works) 4 -J. Adoption of Resolution Preliminarily Approving Annual Report Declaring Intention to Order Levy and Collection of Assessments and Providing for Notice of Public Hearing July 3, 2007 - Maintenance Assessment District 01 -01 (Marina Cove). (Public Works) 4-K. Adoption of Resolution Approving a Second Amendment to the Agreement for Additional Funding from the State of California Coastal Conservancy to Implement Spartina Eradication and Mitigation Measures and Authorizing the City Manager to Enter into All Associated Agreements. (Public Works) 4 -L. Adoption of Resolution Accepting $138,000 in Fiscal Year 2007- 2008 Congestion Mitigation and Air Quality Funds for the Signal Coordination and Interconnect for Eighth Street, Park Street, and Otis Drive Projects. (Public Works) 4 -M. Adoption of Resolution Authorizing Open Market Purchase from Moss Brothers Dodge, Riverside, California Pursuant to Section 3 -15 of the Alameda City Charter for One Dodge Charger in an Amount Not to Exceed $23,470. [Requires four affirmative votes] (Police) 4 -N. Adoption of Resolution Authorizing the City Manager to Complete and Execute a Cooperative Agreement Between the City of Alameda and the State of California Department of Transportation for the Stargell (Formerly Tinker) Avenue Extension Project (CIP No. 04- 105 /CalTrans Project No. EA448200). (Development Services) 4 -0. Adoption of Resolution of Intention to Levy an Annual Assessment on the Alameda Business Improvement Area of the City of Alameda for Fiscal Year 2007 -2008 and Set a Public Hearing for June 5, 2007. (Development Services) 5. REGULAR AGENDA ITEMS 5 -A. Public Hearing to consider a Call for Review/Appeal of the Planning Board's appointment of an Ad Hoc Committee to work with the Planning and Building Director on a Housing Element /Measure A Workshop. (Planning and Building) 6. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS, NON - AGENDA (Public Comment) Any person may address the Council in regard to any matter over which the Council has jurisdiction or of which it may take cognizance, that is not on the agenda 7. COUNCIL COMMUNICATIONS (Communications from Council) Councilmembers can' address any matter, including reporting on any Conferences or meetings attended 8. ADJOURNMENT - City Council ** • For use in preparing the Official Record, speakers reading a written statement are invited to submit a copy to the City Clerk at the meeting or e -mail to: lweisige @ci.alameda.ca.us • Sign language interpreters will be available on request. Please contact the City Clerk at 747 -4800 or TDD number 522 -7538 at least 72 hours prior to the Meeting to request an interpreter • Equipment for the hearing impaired is available for public use. For assistance, please contact the City Clerk at 747 -4800 or TDD number 522 -7538 either prior to, or at, the Council Meeting • Accessible seating for persons with disabilities, including those using wheelchairs, is available • Minutes of the meeting available in enlarged print • Audio Tapes of the meeting are available upon request • Please contact the City Clerk at 747 -4800 or TDD number 522 -7538 at least 48 hours prior to the meeting to request agenda materials in an alternative format, or any other reasonable accommodation that may be necessary to participate in and enjoy the benefits of the meeting CITYOFALAMEDA.CALIFORNIA SPECIAL MEETING OF THE COMMUNITY IMPROVEMENT COMMISSION TUESDAY - - - MAY 15, 2007 --- - - 7:31 P . M . Location: Ci t Council Clambers, City Hall, corner of Santa Clara Avenue and Oak Street. Public Participation Anyone wishing to address the Commission on agenda items or business introduced by the Commission may speak for a maximum of 3 minutes per agenda item when the subject is before the Commission. Please file a speaker's slip with the Deputy City Clerk if you wish to speak on an agenda item. 1. ROLL CALL - Community Improvement Commission 2. MINUTES 2 -A. Minutes of the Special Joint City Council and Community Improvement Commission (CIC) meeting and the Special CIC meeting held on April 17, 2007, and Special Joint City Council, Alameda Reuse and Redevelopment Authority, and cIC meeting held on May 8, 2007. (City Clerk) 3. AGENDA ITEM 3 -A. Update on the Alameda Theater, Cineplex and Parking Structure Construction Project; ■ Recommendation to authorize staff to approve a change Order for up to $100,000 for preserving and restoring the auditorium bas relief niches and ceiling; and • Recommendation to release $250,000 in project budgeted funds to Alameda Entertainment Associates, L.P. for Cineplex site work. (Development Services) 4. ADJOURNMENT - Community Improvement Commission UNAPPROVED MINUTES MINUTES OF THE ANNUAL INDUSTRIAL DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY MEETING TUESDAY- -MAY 16, 2006- -7:25 P.M. Chair Johnson convened the Annual Meeting at 7 :52 p.m. Board Member deHaan led the Pledge of Allegiance. ROLL CALL - Present: Board Members Daysog, deHaan, Gilmore, Matarrese, and Chair Johnson - 5. Absent: None. MINUTES Minutes of the Annual Industrial Development Authority Meeting of May 17, 2005. Board Member Gilmore moved approval of the minutes. Board Member Matarrese seconded the motion, which carried by unanimous voice vote - 5. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS None. AUTHORITY COMMUNICATIONS None. ADJOURNMENT There being no further business, Chair Johnson adjourned the Annual Meeting at 7:53 p.m. Respectfully submitted, Lara We i s i g e r Secretary The agenda for this meeting was posted in accordance with the Brown Act. Annual Meeting Industrial Development Authority May 16, 2006 �•��i . 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NOW, fl(EEfOE BE IT 1ESOLWV, that I, Beverly J. Johnson, Mayor of the City of Alameda, do hereby proclaim Thursday, May 17, 2007 as ALAMEVA 13I7(ETO4VO11( DAY 2007 Fu1ThEgMogE, I commend BikeAlameda for its partnership with the City and encourage all of our citizens to join with the City of Alameda, the California Bicycle Coalition, the Metropolitan Transportation Commission, the Alameda /Oakland Ferry Service, and the Alameda Harbor Bay Ferry Service in supporting the Bay Area's Bike -to -Work day. City Council Beverly J. Johnson Agenda Item #3 -A Mayor 05-1 5-07 4.:w,,,i4,,,%;-%-ilos:vaitam,,Itaam..,4;9. #„,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,h,,,,,,,. eV) 4k>it Zfiede. LIA io„ L‘.1.4 AvN*4 (:)) , 6,9 t:\P) (f_449) ift; NV* PI:46\1 el;e7444:/ 't *,0V ►.re\-stiriPWiTNWVZ463- ofilN,Vvt,2/44>'s ;k1 W1E1EAS, wqE1EAs, WHEREAS, w1EgEAs, W(EgEAS, WHE'REAS, W1EgEAS, W1E1EAS, Proc(amation "*.V.4 1144A,4\114,4411?,,,Ntifi,210,'INgVn National Police Week is the week of May 13 through May 19, 2007; and this event honors the service and sacrifice of those law enforcement officers killed in the line of duty while protecting our communities and safeguarding our democracy; and there are more than 800,000 law enforcement officers serving in communities across the United States, including 99 sworn members of the Alameda Police Department; and some 56,000 assaults against law enforcement each year, resulting in 17,000 injuries; and since the first recorded enforcement officers in the death in 1792, officers nearly are reported 18,000 law United States have made the ultimate sacrifice and been killed in the line of duty, including two members of the Alameda Police Department; and the names of these dedicated public servants are walls of the National Law Enforcement Officers was dedicated in 1991 in Washington, D.C.; and engraved on the Memorial, which 382 names are being added to the National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial this spring, including 145 officers killed and 237 historical cases involving officers killed in previous years; and in 2006 May 15 is ' designated as Peace Officers Memorial Day, with federal law directing that all flags be flown at half -staff on that date in honor of fallen officers and their families. NOW, ThEREFORE, 'BE IT 1ESOLVEV, that I, Beverly J. Johnson, Mayor of the City of Alameda, California, do hereby proclaim the week of May 13 -19, 2007, as Js[ationaCToCice Week in .Alameda and publicly salute the service of law enforcement officers in our community and in communities across the nation. Beverly J. Johnson Mayor City Council Agenda Item #3 -B 05-15-07 tk 4 . tO to 4,,,A. frt. te 0 4.4„,,,, 0 , 4 0 Ef.,..„. N.,. ..,„ (f4,44:71 .„„A. fig. fit. 4,,,,,,,,,. cfe) • ,4„ 0 ((ill ki;_ig. (fie) ,. .,,,„ Lir.,,opi (-0 ..,,,t ;L:si),) .4. (A))SVVCIPt4r UNAPPROVED MINUTES OF THE SPECIAL JOINT CITY COUNCIL AND COMMUNITY IMPROVEMENT COMMISSION MEETING TUESDAY- -APRIL 17, 2007- -6:00 P.M. Mayor/Chair Johnson convened the Special Meeting at 6:10 p.m. ROLL CALL - Present: Councilmembers /Commissioners deHaan, Gilmore, Matarrese, Tam, and Mayor /Chair Johnson - 5. Absent: None. The Special Meeting was adjourned to Closed Session to consider: (07- CC) Conference with Labor Negotiators; Agency negotiators: Craig Jory and Human Resources Director; Employee organizations: All City Bargaining Units. (07- CIC) Conference with Real Property Negotiators; Property: APN 074- 0905 - 022 -05, 074 -0905 -027 and 074- 0905 - 028 -04; Negotiating parties: CIC and Union Pacific Railroad; Under negotiation: Price and terms. Following the Closed Session, the Special Meeting was reconvened and Mayor /Chair Johnson announced that regarding Labor, Council received a briefing on the status of labor negotiations from Labor Negotiators and provided direction; regarding Real Property, the Commission received a briefing from Real Property Negotiators regarding potential terms of acquisition and gave direction to staff regarding negotiating parameters. Adjournment There being no further business, Mayor/Chair Johnson adjourned the Special Meeting at 7 :10 p.m. Respectfully submitted, Lana Stoker, Acting City Clerk Acting Secretary, Community Improvement Commission The agenda for this meeting was posted in accordance with the Brown Act. Special Joint Meeting Alameda City Council and Community Improvement Commission April 17, 2007 UNAPPROVED MINUTES OF THE SPECIAL CITY COUNCIL MEETING TUESDAY - -- --- MAY 1, 2007 - 6:35 p . m . Mayor Johnson convened the Special Meeting at 6:40 p.m. ROLL CALL - Present: Councilmembers deHaan, Gilmore, Tam, and Mayor Johnson - 4. Absent: Councilmember Matarrese - 1. The Special Meeting was adjourned to Closed Session to consider: (07- ) Conference with Labor Negotiators; Agency Negotiators: Craig Jory and Human Resources Director; Employee Organizations: All City Bargaining Units. Following the Closed Session, the Special Meeting was reconvened and Mayor Johnson announced that Council received a briefing from its Labor Negotiators on the status of negotiations with City Bargaining Units and provided negotiation parameters. Adjournment There being no further business, Mayor Johnson adjourned the Special Meeting at 7:30 p.m. Respectfully submitted, Lara Weisiger City Clerk The agenda for this meeting was posted in accordance with the Brown Act. Special Meeting Alameda City Council May 1,2007 UNAPPROVED MINUTES OF THE REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING TUESDAY- -MAY 1, 2007- -7:30 P.M. Mayor Johnson convened the Regular City Council Meeting at 7:43 p.m. ROLL CALL -- Present: Councilmembers deHaan, Gilmore, Tam, and Mayor Johnson - 4. Absent: Councilmember Matarrese -- 1. AGENDA CHANGES (07- ) Mayor Johnson announced that [paragraph no. 07- ] would be added to the agenda for West Alameda Business Association (WABA) . PROCLAMATIONS, SPECIAL ORDERS OF THE DAY AND ANNOUNCEMENTS (07- ) Proclamation declaring the months of April through June 2007 as Historic Preservation Season. Mayor Johnson read and presented the proclamation to Nancy Anderson, Historical Advisory Board Chair; stated the historic theater restoration is Alameda's largest historic preservation project; she took an extended tour of the historic theater on Friday; encouraged Councilmembers to take the tour. Ms. Anderson stated THAT she would like to recognize the hard work of the Ad Hoc Committee; encouraged everyone to view the display on the second floor of City Hall; a "Leonardville" walking tour will take place this coming Saturday. Mayor Johnson stated that theater restoration photos should be displayed at City Hall. Councilmember deHaan inquired whether the theater renovation is being documented, to which Mayor Johnson responded in the affirmative. (07- ) Councilmember Gilmore moved approval of adding an agenda item for WABA. Vice Mayor Tam seconded the motion, which carried by unanimous voice vote - 4. Absent: Councilmember Matarrese - 1. Regular Meeting Alameda City Council May 1, 2007 1 Kathy Moehring, WABA, announced that the West Alameda summer Farmer's Market starts next week; presented Council with a bag of produce; stated the kick off will be at 4:00 p.m. CONSENT CALENDAR Mayor Johnson announced that the Minutes [paragraph no. 07- ], THE recommendation to authorize modification of two -way stop controls at Clinton [paragraph no. 07- 1, and the recommendation to authorize installation of two -way stop controls at Versailles [paragraph no. 07- ] , were removed from the Consent Calendar for discussion. Councilmember Gilmore moved approval of the remainder of the Consent Calendar. Vice Mayor Tam seconded the motion, which carried by unanimous voice vote -- 4. Absent: Councilmember Matarrese - 1. [Items so enacted or adopted are indicated by an asterisk preceding the paragraph number.] (07- ) Minutes of the Regular City Council Meeting held on April 17, 2007. Councilmember deHaan moved approval of the Minutes with the following correction on page 8: " Councilmember deHaan stated that the proposed ordinance would provide a ticketing process that would be enforceable." Vice Mayor Tam seconded the motion, which carried by unanimous voice vote --- 4. Absent: Councilmember Matarrese - 1. ( *07- ) Ratified bills in the amount of $2,682,120.24. ( *07- ) Recommendation to authorize Call for Bids for Legal Advertising. Accepted. ( *07- ) Recommendation to accept Quarterly Investment Report. Accepted. ( *07-- ) Recommendation to set hearing date to consider collection of delinquent business license fees via the property tax bills. Accepted. ( *07- ) Recommendation to award Consultant Agreement in the amount of $144,252, including contingency, to David L. Gates and Associates, Inc. for the Park Street Streetscape - Phase II. Regular Meeting Alameda City Council May 1, 2007 2 Accepted. (*O7- ) Recommendation to adopt Plans and Specifications and authorize Call for Bids for Ballena Bay Bridge Seismic Retrofit, No. P.W. 05--- 00 -09. Accepted. (07- ) Recommendation to authorize modification of Two -Way Stop Controls at the Clinton Avenue at Union Street, and Clinton Avenue at Chestnut Street intersections. Councilmember deHaan requested that some background information be provided. The Public Works Director stated neighborhood residents requested stop sign installations; the recommendation to authorize modification of two -way stop controls [paragraph no. 07- addresses all-way stop installations along Clinton Avenue; the recommendation to authorize installation of two -way stop controls [paragraph nos. 07- , 07- A, and 07- B] address all -way stop installations and some two -way stop installations; residents were concerned about the amount of traffic coming through the neighborhood and pass- through traffic being diverted off major streets onto residential streets; speed and pedestrian safety, specifically, child safety, were concerns; areas addressed in [paragraph no. 07- ] are within a school area; the Clinton Avenue corridor was reviewed and it was recommended that some stop signs be installed to calm traffic; the whole neighborhood was reviewed [paragraph no. 07- , 07- A, and 07- B] to find a way to calm traffic within an area abounded by Broadway, Otis Drive, High Street and Encinal Avenue; stop signs were alternated; said method has been successfully used in other jurisdictions. Councilmember deHaan inquired whether the areas had prior signals, such as yield signs, to which the Public Works Director responded there were no yield signs at any of the intersections. Councilmember deHaan stated the neighborhood was reviewed in general; inquired whether adjacent areas would be reviewed systematically or whether resident requests would initiate the review. The Public Works Director responded resident requests initiate the review; stated a system -wide approach would be used where the same concerns are noted; having a historic grid system is fortunate and allows alternating stops in residential neighborhoods were traffic volumes are low. Regular Meeting Alameda City Council May 1, 2007 3 Councilmember deHaan inquired whether similar efforts have been made in other areas, to which the Public Works Director responded this is the first effort. Councilmember deHaan stated that he would encourage staff to continue the efforts; consistency is needed throughout the City; inquired whether the Clinton Avenue warrants justify all -way stops. The Public Works Director responded no all -way stop warrants were met on Clinton Avenue; stated stop sign orientation would be changed by providing an alternating stop sign pattern at two intersections; Clinton Avenue has a higher traffic volume, which may be because of access to the Hospital. Councilmember deHaan inquired how existing, parallel streets would be affected. The Public Works Director responded there would be an alternating pattern; stated all -way stops are at the corners of St. Joseph Elementary School and St. Joseph Notre Dame High School. Mayor Johnson stated previously Council discussed a City -wide strategic approach; inquired whether it is better to strategically review stops in a specific area rather than City -wide. The Public Works Director responded issues are being reviewed to comprehensively address where stop signs should go and to determine appropriate locations for traffic calming devises. Mayor Johnson inquired whether the Fountain Street intersection referenced is near St. Philip Neri Elementary School, to which the Public Works Director responded in the negative. Mayor Johnson stated said intersection does not have four -way stop signs; Council has stated that the preference is to have four -way stop signs by schools; she recommended that residents contact the Public Works Department regarding the issue. The Public Works Director stated that he would look into the matter. Mayor Johnson requested staff to ensure that four -way stop signs are installed at the Fountain Street intersections adjacent to St. Philip Neri Elementary School. Councilmember deHaan moved approval of the staff recommendations [paragraph no. 07- ] and [paragraph no. 07- , 07- A, and 07- Regular Meeting Alameda City Council May 1, 2007 4 BJ Councilmember Gilmore seconded the motion, which carried by unanimous voice vote - 4. Absent: Councilmember Matarrese - 1. (07-• ) Recommendation to authorize installation of Two -Way Stop Controls at the Versailles Avenue at Washington Street, Clay Street at Pearl Street, Clay Street at Versailles Avenue, Clay Street at Mound Street, Calhoun Street at College Avenue, Fillmore Street at Mound Street, Bishop Street at Washington Street, Madison Street at Mound Street, Adams Street at Bishop Street, and Fillmore Street at Fountain Street; (07- A) Recommendation to authorize modification of Two -Way Stop Controls at the Calhoun Street at Versailles Avenue, Mound Street at Washington Street, Adams Street at Court Street, and San Jose Avenue at Court Street intersections; and (07- B) Recommendation to authorize installation of an All-way Stop Control at the Calhoun Street at Mound Street intersection. [Refer to motion under [paragraph no . 07- . ] ( *07- ) Recommendation to authorize Alameda Power and Telecom (AP&T) to sell obsolete and unnecessary personal property in excess of $10,000. Accepted. ( *07- ) Resolution No. 14085, "Authorizing the City Manager to Submit an Application for Measure B Paratransit Funding for Fiscal Year 2007- 2008." Adopted. ( *07- ) Ordinance No. 2965, "Amending Alameda Municipal Code Subsection 23 -6.2 (Operation of Power Boats) of Section 23 -6 (Harbor and Tidelands) of Chapter XXIII (Parks, Recreation Areas and Public Property) by Repealing Subsection 23 -6.2 in Its Entirety and Adding a New Subsection 23 -6.2 (Operation of Power Boats) that Incorporates Speed Limits for Vessels Propelled by Machinery in an Estuary or Channel and Continues the Prohibition of Power Boats in Lagoons." Finally passed. REGULAR AGENDA ITEMS (07- ) Recommendation to accept the work of S. J. Amoroso Construction Company, Inc. for the construction of the Alameda Free Library - New Main Library Project, No. P.W. 01-03-01. The Project Manager gave a brief presentation. Mayor Johnson thanked the Project Manager for the great work; Regular Meeting Alameda City Council May 1, 2007 5 stated Alameda is proud to have built a government building ahead of schedule and under budget in a difficult time. Councilmember Gilmore added her congratulations; stated the building is very well utilized which is the best judge of success; people are happy to use the Library. Councilmember deHaan stated another measurement of success is when other municipalities use the Library as a model. The Project Manager stated a lot of municipalities have toured the Library. Vice Mayor Tam stated that she would like to add her commendations; the Library is a community center; she hopes the theater project follows the same level of success. Councilmember Gilmore moved approval of the staff recommendation. Mayor Johnson stated S. J. Amoroso Construction did a great job also; the City is glad to have them working on the theater project. Vice Mayor Tam seconded the motion, which carried by unanimous voice vote - 4. Absent: Councilmember Matarrese - 1. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS, NON- AGENDA (07- ) Philip Tribuzio, Alameda, submitted handout, discussed the consequence of global warming. (07- ) Mike Sheppard, Frank Bette Center for the Arts, submitted handout, stated the arts are not tangential but are core to community development in America; encouraged Council to incorporate the arts in every possible aspect of policy considerations for the future of Alameda. (07- ) John Olson, Alameda, stated that he would like to start a San Francisco Bay Center for wooden boats; encouraged Council support. COUNCIL COMMUNICATIONS (07- ) Mayor Johnson stated that she attended the Northern California Power Agency (NCPA) Conference in Washington, D.C.; four Alameda representatives attended the Conference, which was an effort to advocate for Alameda and the NCPA on power issues. Regular Meeting Alameda City Council May 1, 2007 6 (07- ) Councilmember Gilmore stated that she attended the Association of Bay Area Governments (ABAG) General Assembly on April 19 in San Francisco; housing and regional priorities were discussed; there was a real focus on green building and green techniques. (07- ) Mayor Johnson stated that the Planning Board was looking at green building ordinances; requested an update on the matter; stated the Waste Management Authority has green building ordinance models; Alameda is one of the few cities that has not adopted a green building ordinance. The City Manager stated the matter is in the process of being analyzed; information will be provided. Mayor Johnson stated the goal should be to have an ordinance by the end of the year at the latest. (07- ) Councilmember deHaan stated the former Naval Base sea level is twelve feet; the seawall is approximately six feet and gets broached during heavy storms which is of concern and should be reviewed. (07- ) Councilmember deHaan stated the San Francisco Maritime Museum was interested in renting space to renovate ships at one time; the matter has been discussed and could continue to be discussed. (07- ) Councilmember deHaan stated that he is requesting a review from the Planning Board on the discount fuel station Environmental Impact Report (EIR); the matter should dovetail with the Target EIR and be reviewed as a whole; he would like to see the review done at the Planning Board and Transportation Commission level, not Council level; the [gas station] negative declaration accepted by the Planning Board should be reviewed as a whole [with the proposed Target], not as a part. Mayor Johnson inquired whether Councilmember deHaan was requesting a Call for Review for the negative declaration by the Planning Board, to which Councilmember deHaan responded in the affirmative. Mayor Johnson stated there is a timeframe for the Call for Review process; a Call for Review has to come to Council within three Council meetings. Councilmember deHaan stated that he would like to have the matter married with the Target EIR. Regular Meeting Alameda City Council May 1, 2007 7 Mayor Johnson stated there was another recent Call for Review. Councilmember deHaan stated that he did that one, but it is more of a discussion. Mayor Johnson stated it is a Call for Review; inquired when the matter would come to Council. The City Manager responded May 15; noted there is an Appeal as well which will be on the agenda. Mayor Johnson stated the [previous] Call for Review is on the Planning Board's decision to establish a committee to discuss Measure A; further stated any Councilmember can request a Call for Review, but needs to be clear about what is being called for review. Councilmember deHaan stated the other one [formation of a Measure A committee] is really a discussion, not a [Call for] Review because the decision was not a variance or similar type of Planning Board. decision. Mayor Johnson stated it is a Call for Review and has to be handled as a Call for Review; inquired whether or not a Call for Review can be stopped after a request is made; further inquired whether or not the Council is required to take an action after a Call for Review is requested. The City Manager noted an Appeal has also been filed. The City Attorney responded a Call for Review generally acts like an Appeal, but is being called up by a Councilmember; in this particular case [formation of a Measure A committee] because an Appeal has also been received that would be heard on the same evening as what would have been a Call for Review, the two processes would be duplicative; the items are going to be agendized a little differently; there will be the Appeal and possibly a discussion on the policy issue; a Call for Review should come to Council the same as an Appeal, unless withdrawn. Mayor Johnson stated the matter is procedural and should be agendized for discussion; the Call for Review and Appeal processes should be clear; inquired whether the "discussion" would be on the Call for Review. Councilmember deHaan responded that he believes the discussion is Regular Meeting Alameda City Council May 1, 2007 8 on policy. The City Attorney stated the Call for Review would appear under Council Communications as a review of the overall policy; otherwise there would be an Appeal and Call for Review as back -to -back agenda items or combined [as one item]. Mayor Johnson stated the process should be clear; noted the matter would not be heard if a Call for Review was cancelled due to an Appeal being filed and then the Appellant dropped the Appeal; further stated both a Call for Review and an Appeal were requested and should be processed as one item; discussion of the process should be placed on an agenda to ensure the process is clear; just because an Appeal has been filed does not mean the Call for Review should be dropped because the Appeal could be dropped and the matter would not move forward. (07- ) Councilmember Gilmore stated that a resident informed her that the Alameda Town Centre bottle recycling center has been removed; inquired whether Harbor Bay had a recycling center. Councilmember deHaan responded in the affirmative; stated retailers should be obligated to set up a recycling center if there is a-high glass and plastic bottle usage. Mayor Johnson stated Marina Village used to have a recycling center. Councilmember deHaan stated the Alameda Towne Center recycling center is not a nice facility but is a necessity. The City Manager inquired whether information on alternative recycling centers is being requested, to which Councilmember Gilmore responded in the affirmative. Mayor Johnson stated adequate recycling facilities are needed. Councilmember Gilmore stated the resident informed her that Harsch Development did not shut down the recycling center; the entity that runs the recycling center was downsizing. (07- ) Councilmember Gilmore stated Buena Vista Avenue between Constitution Way and Grand Street needs crack sealing. (07- ) Vice Mayor Tam stated she attended the East Bay Division of the League of California Cities dinner meeting a couple of weeks ago; Lisa Vorderbrueggen, Contra Costa Times Political Reporter, Regular Meeting Alameda City Council May 1, 2007 9 was the key speaker and gave prognostications on some emerging legislation and initiatives. ADJOURNMENT There being no further business, Mayor Johnson adjourned the Regular Meeting at 8:30 p.m. Respectfully submitted, Lara Weisiger City Clerk The agenda for this meeting was posted in accordance with the Brown Act. Regular Meeting Alameda City Council May 1, 2007 10 UNAPPROVED MINUTES OF THE SPECIAL JOINT CITY COUNCIL, ALAMEDA REUSE AND REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY (ARRA), AND COMMUNITY IMPROVEMENT COMMISSION (CIC) MEETING TUESDAY - - - MAY 8, 2007 - -- --- 7:00 P.M. Mayor /Chair Johnson convened the Special Joint Meeting at 7:12 p.m. ROLL CALL - Present: Councilmembers /Board Members /Commissioners deHaan, Gilmore, Matarrese, Tam and Mayor /Chair Johnson - 5. Absent: None. CONSENT CALENDAR [Items so enacted or adopted are indicated by an asterisk preceding the paragraph number.] ( *07- CC / *07- CIC) Recommendation to accept the Fiscal Year 2007 Third Quarter Financial Report and budget adjustments. Vice Mayor/Board Member/Commissioner Tam moved approval of the Consent Calendar. Councilmember /Board Member /Commission deHaan seconded the motion, which carried by unanimous voice vote - 5. AGENDA ITEMS None. ADJOURNMENT There being no further business, Mayor /Chair Johnson adjourned the Special Joint Meeting at 7:13 p.m. Respectfully submitted, Lara Wei s i ger , City Clerk Secretary, Community Improvement Commission The agenda for this meeting was posted in accordance with the Brown Act. Special Joint Meeting Alameda City Council, Alameda Reuse and Redevelopment Authority, and Community Improvement Commission May 8, 2007 May 10, 2007 Honorable Mayor and Councilmembers: This is to certify that the claims listed on the check register and shown below have been approved by the proper officials and, in my opinion, represent fair and just charges against the City in accordance with their respective amounts as indicated thereon. Check Numbers 19051 - 159488 E16529 - E16663 EFT 349 EFT 350 EFT 351 EFT 352 EFT 353 EFT 354 EFT 355 Void Checks: .Amount $1,815,995.10 $94,492.59 $581,081.70 $12,943.50 $12,943.50 $866,073.30 $96,230.37 $1,748,927.00 $104,102.65 156994 ($130.00) 158320 ($45,000.00) 120862 ($3.00) 155654 ($25.00) 158471 ($25.00) 155962 ($25.00) 157070 ($2,123.10) 158455 ($29721) GRAND TOTAL Respectfully submitted, Pamela J. Sibley Council Warrants 05/15/07 $5,285,161.40 BILLS #4 -B 5/15/2007 CITY OF ALAMEDA MEMORANDUM Date: May 15, 2007 To: Honorable Mayor and Councilmembers From: Debra Kurita City Manager Re: Set Hearing Date of June 5, 2007, for Establishment of the Fiscal Year 2007- 2008 Appropriation (Proposition 4) Limit BACKGROUND Local governments must annually establish their appropriation limit pursuant to Section 7900 et. seq. of the Government Code. This section implements SB 1352, which passed in November 1979. DISCUSSION /ANALYSIS The SB 1352 legislation provides that the public be given adequate notice of the Council's intended action to set the appropriation limit. Documents in support of the recommended appropriation limit will be made available for public review in the City Clerk's Office no later than May 21, 2007. BUDGET /FISCAL IMPACT There is no direct fiscal impact associated with the action of settin g a hearing date. g RECOMMENDATION Set June 5, 2007, as the scheduled public hearing for establishing the City of Alameda's spending limitation for fiscal year 2007 -2008. Respectfully submitted, 4(.4 ifit Ile -An -oyer Chief Financial Officer JAB /di City Council Agenda Item #4 -C 05 -15 -07 CITY OF ALAMEDA Memorandum Date: May 15, 2007 To: Honorable Mayor and Councilmembers From: Debra Kurita City Manager Re: Accept Quarterly Sales Tax Report for the Period Ending December 31, 2006 BACKGROUND This report relates to the sales tax transactions during October through December 31, 2006. These tax transactions are the basis for sales tax revenues received during the January through March 31, 2007, time period. These transactions and resulting revenues occurred within the context of a state economy that continues to grow at a slow pace. Compared to the same quarter a year ago, the Bay Area experienced 1.6 percent growth in sales tax receipts, while statewide receipts fell 0.1 percent during the last quarter of the year. For the year as a whole, receipts grew 2.9 percent overall in 2006. DISCUSSION /ANALYSIS Taxable sales transactions in the City of Alameda for the period ending December 31, 2006, decreased 2.2 percent, or$30,262, from the same quarter of the prior year. The key gains were in food products (7.1 percent, or $23,675) and construction (25.4 percent, or $14,363). The key declines came from transportation ( -8.0 percent, or $30,221) and general retail (9.1 percent, or $30,158). The top 25 businesses represent 48 percent ($656,052) of the quarter's sales transactions. The top 100 businesses represent 74 percent ($1,019,366) of the quarter's sales transactions. A comparison of the key economic categories follows: City Council Agenda Item #4 -D 05 -15 -07 Honorable Mayor and Cou ncil members May 15, 2007 Page 2 of 3 All sub - categories within Food Products posted increases, with restaurants gaining 7.5 %, or $14,670, more than half of the category gain from the year -ago quarter. Food markets gained 3.9 %, or $4,376. Overall net decreases were in Transportation. New auto sales increased 7 %, or $9,844; however, this increase was offset by a decline of 43.1%, or $39,720, in sales of miscellaneous vehicles (primarily yacht sales). General Retail reflects decreases primarily from apparel stores of 41.5 %, or $18,598. Furniture /appliances decreased 27.5 %, or $6,696, and Miscellaneous Retail decreased 6.2 %, or $6,390, with partially offsetting increases in drug stores of 5.8 %, or $3,648. Business -to- Business reflects decreases primarily in light industry of 28.6 %, or $22,769. These decreases were partially offset by increases in chemical products of 51.4 %, or $8,584. A comparison of the geographic generation of sales tax for the fourth quarter of 2006 as compared to the same period in 2005 follows. Percent Change Total Sales Transactions 4th Quarter 2006 4th Quarter 2005 Percent Change Economic Category Total Percent of Total Total Percent of Total 7.1% Food Products $358,451 26.1% $334,775 23.9% 25.4% Construction $70,883 5.2% $56,520 4.0% 48.5% Miscellaneous $20,086 1.5% $13,527 1.0% (8.0)% Transportation $346,839 25.3% $377,060 26.9% (9.1)% General Retail $302,832 22.1% $332,990 23.7% (5.0)% Business -to- Business $273,975 20.0% $288,455 20.6% (2.2)% Total - Quarter $1,373,066 100.0% $1,403,328 100.0% All sub - categories within Food Products posted increases, with restaurants gaining 7.5 %, or $14,670, more than half of the category gain from the year -ago quarter. Food markets gained 3.9 %, or $4,376. Overall net decreases were in Transportation. New auto sales increased 7 %, or $9,844; however, this increase was offset by a decline of 43.1%, or $39,720, in sales of miscellaneous vehicles (primarily yacht sales). General Retail reflects decreases primarily from apparel stores of 41.5 %, or $18,598. Furniture /appliances decreased 27.5 %, or $6,696, and Miscellaneous Retail decreased 6.2 %, or $6,390, with partially offsetting increases in drug stores of 5.8 %, or $3,648. Business -to- Business reflects decreases primarily in light industry of 28.6 %, or $22,769. These decreases were partially offset by increases in chemical products of 51.4 %, or $8,584. A comparison of the geographic generation of sales tax for the fourth quarter of 2006 as compared to the same period in 2005 follows. Percent Change Total Sales Transactions Geographic Areas 4th Qtr 2006 Total Percent of Total 4th Qtr 2005 Total Percent of Total 7.7% Park — North of Lincoln $294,323 21.44% $273,372 19.48% 0.7% Park — South of Lincoln $167,887 12.23% $166,677 11.88% 7.5% Webster — North of Lincoln $79,970 5.82% $74,394 5.30% (7.6)% Webster — South of Lincoln $28,383 2.07% $30,726 2.19% (6.3)% Alameda Towne Centre $263,630 19.20% $281,258 20.04% (6.6)% All other Areas $538,873 39.25% $576,901 41.11% (2.2)% Total - Quarter $1,373,066 100.00% $1,403,328 100.00% Honorable Mayor and Councilmembers May 15, 2007 Page 3 of 3 It is important to note that Alameda Towne Centre had major construction work in progress during the fourth quarter of 2006. BUDGET /FISCAL IMPACT Sales tax revenues received in the fourth quarter of FYO6 as compared to the fourth quarter of FYO5 decreased by 3 percent. The payments by the State Board of Equalization are advanced based on estimated sales tax reports, with a balancing payment at the end of the quarter, which creates a lag in reported revenues for the City. The sales tax projections for the FY 2006 -07 budget take into consideration these trends and appear to be on track. Staff continues to monitor this revenue source closely. RECOMMENDATION Accept the Quarterly Sales Tax Report for the period ending December 31, 2006. Respectfully submitted, Juelle- Ann `"Boyer Chief Financial Officer by: Annette Brisco Financial Analyst CITY OF ALAM E DA Memorandum To: Honorable Mayor and Councilmembers From: Debra Kurita City Manager Date: May 15, 2007 Re: Award Contract in the Amount of $240,000, Including Contingencies, to Shaaf & Wheeler Consulting Civil Engineers for Storm Drainage Study, No. P.W . 03 -07 -08 BACKGROUND In March 2007, Public Works staff issued a Request for Qualifications (RFQ) and conducted a selection process to choose consultant services to conduct a storm drainage study of the City. The study consists of 1) reviewing existing drainage studies, 2) analyzing the City's current storm drain system under existing land use and with future growth, 3) proposing capital improvement alternatives to enhance the system reliability, and 4) providing a geographical information system (GIS) of the City's storm drainage system. DISCUSSION Seven qualified civillstorm engineering consultants submitted proposals to the City: Consultant Location Proposal Amount Shaaf &Wheeler San Francisco $1 66,000 Winzler & Kelly San Francisco $181 ,000 BKF Redwood City $186, 000 Advance Hydro Engineering San Ramon $284,000 Systech Engineering Inc. San Ramon $294,000 Bellecci & Associates, Inc. Concord $328,000 AMWest Inc Richmond $961 ,000 The selection process was based on a presentation from each consultant and a follow-up interview to determine the most qualified firm. Staff recommends awarding a contract to Shaaf & Wheeler for a total amount of $240,000, including contingencies and additional work scope not anticipated in the RFQ. The additional scope includes aerial maps, laser terrain data, ground checks for quality control and accuracy, and field data collection for subsurface data including pipe diameters, invert elevations and pipe materials. A copy of the contract is on file in the City Clerk's office. City Council Agenda Item #4 -E 05-15-07 May 15, 2007 Page 2 BUDGET CONSIDERATION /FINANCIAL IMPACT The project is funded under CI P# 90 -06 and 90 -46 with funds from the Urban Runoff Clean Water funds. MUNICIPAL CODE /POLICY DOCUMENT CROSS REFERENCE This action does not affect the Municipal Code. ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW In accordance with the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), this project is Statutorily Exempt under CEQA Guidelines, Section 15262, Feasibility and Planning Studies. RECOMMENDATION Award contract in the amount of $240,000, including contingencies, to Shaaf & Wheeler Consulting Civil Engineers for storm drainage study, No. P.W. 03- 07 -08. Respectfyl�sybmitted, Matthew T. Naclerio Public Works Director &‘k SerrivNyv2 By: Ed Sommeraue�� in -r Civil Enl�irieer MTN:ES:gc CITY OF ALAM E DA Memorandum To: Honorable Mayor and Cou ncil members From: Debra Kurita City Manager Date: May 15, 2007 Re: Adopt Specifications and Authorize a Call for Bids for Roof Structure for Maintenance Service Center Transfer Pad and Dumpsters, No. P.W. 04-07 - 14 BACKGROUND Approximately 10 years ago, the City installed a clarifier for the transfer pad and dumpster area at the Maintenance Service Center. The clarifier collects stormwater from the pad and dumpster area and filters debris, heavy metals and oil from the water prior to discharging into the sanitary sewer system. The City has a permit with the East Bay Municipal Utility District ( EBMUD) to allow for this discharge. Recently, EBMUD informed the City that they would not renew the permit unless modifications were made to eliminate runoff from entering their system, thereby reducing wet water flows sent to their treatment facilities. DISCUSSION The proposed project will provide an all- weather roof over the transfer pad and dumpsters without interfering with the transfer operations. This added roof structure should prevent stormwater from entering the sanitary sewer system, thereby complying with EBMUD's requirements. In addition, the lower flows through the clarifier will reduce on-going maintenance. Specifications have been prepared for the design, fabrication, and erection of a roof structure over the transfer pad and dumpsters at the Maintenance Service Center. A copy of the specifications is on file in the City Clerk's office. BUDGET CONSIDERATION /FINANCIAL IMPACT The project is budgeted under CI P# 06-65 with funds available from the Urban Runoff Clean Water funds. MUNICIPAL CODE /POL1CY DOCUMENT CROSS REFERENCE This action does not affect the Municipal Code. City Council Agenda Item #4 -F 05-15-07 May 15,2007 Page 2 ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW In accordance with the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), this project is Categorically Exempt under CEQA Guidelines, Section 15301(c), Existing Facilities. RECOMMENDATION Adopt specifications and authorize a call for bids for Roof Structure for Maintenance Service Center Transfer Pad and Dumpsters, No. P.W. 04- 07 -14. Respectfully submitted, ,4,,,, atthew T. Naclerio Public Works Director '44,ait OAct-arz-) By: Robert Claire 64. Associate Civil Eigineer MTN:RC:gc CITY OF ALAMEDA Memorandum To: Honorable Mayor and Councilmembers From: Debra Kurita City Manager Date: May 15, 2007 Re: Adopt Plans and Specifications and Authorize a Call for Bids for Pruning of City Trees within the City of Alameda for the Fiscal Year Ending June 30, 2008, No. P.W. 04 -07 -13 BACKGROUND The City has approximately 19,000 street trees that have historically been pruned on a five -year cycle. A private contractor has been performing the pruning work since 1981, and this has proved to be cost effective to the City. DISCUSSION The proposed project consists of pruning approximately 4,000 City street trees, 75 City trees within the Chuck Corica Golf Complex, 400 trees for Alameda Power & Telecom, and 100 trees for the Recreation and Park Department. The specifications are consistent with the City's Master Tree Plan and have been reviewed by a licensed arborist and a local resident who has tree pruning experience. A copy of the plans and specifications are on file in the City Clerk's office. BUDGET CONSIDERATION /FINANCIAL IMPACT The project is budgeted under 43 -8301 with funds available from the General Fund for Annual Street Tree Pruning, the Enterprise Fund under Contractual Services, the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission, and the General Fund under Contractual Services. MUNICIPAL CODE /POLICY DOCUMENT CROSS REFERENCE This action does not affect the Alameda Municipal Code. City Council Agenda Item #4 -G 05 -15 -07 May 15, 2007 Page 2 ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW In accordance with the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), this project is Categorically Exempt under CEQA Guidelines Section 15301(h), Maintenance of Existing Landscape. RECOMMENDATION Adopt the plans and specifications and authorize a call for bids for Pruning of City Trees Within the City of Alameda for the Fiscal Year Ending June 30, 2008, No. P.W. 04- 07 -13. RespectFj submitted, Matthew T. Naclerio Public Works Director a By: Pete J. Carrai Public Works Superintendent MTN:PJC:gc CITY OF ALAMEDA Memorandum To: Honorable Mayor and Councilmembers From: Debra Kurita City Manager Date: May 15, 2007 Re: Accept the Work of SpenCon Construction, Inc., for the Fiscal Year 2005 - 2006 Repair of Portland Cement Concrete Sidewalk, Curb, Gutter, Driveway, and Minor Street Patching, No. P.W. 03 -06 -06 BACKGROUND On March 21, 2006, the City Council adopted plans and specifications and authorized a call for bids for the Fiscal Year 2005 -2006 repair of Portland Cement Concrete sidewalk, curb, gutter, driveway, and minor street patching, No. P.W. 03- 06 -06. On May 16, 2006, the City awarded a contract in the amount of $436,000, including contingencies, to SpenCon Construction, Inc. DISCUSSION The project has been completed in accordance with the plans and specifications and is acceptable to the Public Works Department. The project repaired 9,771 linear feet of sidewalk, and the final project cost is $435,876. BUDGET CONSIDERATION /FINANCIAL IMPACT Funding for this project is budgeted under CIP# 82 -02, using the General Fund, Measure B, Proposition 42 funds, and the California Joint Powers Risk Management Authority excess liability pool. MUNICIPAL CODE /POLICY DOCUMENT CROSS REFERENCE This action does not affect the Municipal Code. City Council Agenda Item #4 -H 05-15-07 May 15, 2007 Page 2 RECOMMENDATION Accept the work of SpenCon Construction, Inc., for the Fiscal Year 2005-2006 repair of Portland Cement Concrete sidewalk, curb, gutter, driveway, and minor street patching, No. P.W. 03-06-06. Respectfu submitted, Matthew T. Naclerio Public Works Director ek.f., By: CW Chung 4./ ge_. Associate Civil Engineer MTN:CWC:gc cc: Watchdog Committee CITY OF ALAMEDA Memorandum To: Honorable Mayor and Councilmembers From: Debra Kurita City Manager Date: May 15, 2007 Re: Adopt Resolutions to Preliminarily Approve the Annual Report Declaring the City's Intention to Order the Levy and Collection of Assessments and Providing for Notice of Public Hearing July 3, 2007 - Island City Landscaping and Lighting District 84 -2 and Island City Landscaping and Lighting District 84 -2, Zones 2 and 3 BACKGROUND In accordance with the Landscape and Lighting Act of 1 972, the City Council is required to annually appoint an Engineer and Attorney to prepare an Engineer's Report and adopt a resolution preliminarily approving the report, declaring the City's intent to levy and collect the assessment, and setting a public hearing date on the proposed assessments. The resolution is required to be published at least twice in a focal paper with a minimum of 45 days between the first publication of the City's resolution and the Public Hearing. The City Council appointed an Engineer and Attorney for the Landscaping and Lighting Assessment District 84 -2 and authorized the preparation of the Engineer's Report on February 5, 2007. DISCUSSION The Engineer's Report has been prepared in accordance with Section 22565 et seq. of the California Streets and Highway Code. A copy of the Engineer's report is on file with the City Clerk. The report provides an annual budget to maintain the improvements within Zones 1 through 7 of Assessment District 84 -2. Staff worked with district representatives to develop the budgets and ensure their maintenance requirements were addressed. An increase in assessments for Zones 2 and 3, Webster Street, is proposed for this budget cycle. While expenses have exceeded revenue for the last several years, there were sufficient reserves to cover these shortfalls. The West Alameda Business Association recommended that the assessments be increased to a level that would be sufficient to maintain the newly constructed streetscape improvements, before the reserves are fully depleted. It is estimated that at current budget levels, there would be sufficient reserves for only one more budget cycle. A vote of the property owners in Zones 2 and 3 will be required since the City is proposing an increase in the assessment. No other individual assessments are proposed for increase beyond the allowable CPI. City Council Report Re: Agenda Items #4 -I 05-15-07 May 15, 2007 Page 2 The budget for Zone 4 is set in cooperation with the Park Street Business Association (PSBA). Although Zone 4 is also using reserve funds to cover budget deficiencies, the reserves are sufficient for two more budget cycles, and PSBA has requested that a general assessment increase not be considered until the 2008 budget cycle. Staff recommends that the City Council adopt the resolution preliminarily approving the Engineer's Report, calling for the ballot in Zones 2 and 3, and setting the regular City Council meeting of July 3, 2007, as the date for the public hearing. BUDGET CONSIDERATION /FINANCIAL IMPACT District representatives for each Zone develop the individual budgets; expenses are paid through the property assessment procedure. The City, through the budgets of the Public Works, Golf, and Recreation & Parks Departments, shares the costs for maintaining the shoreline park and median area within Zone 5. These costs are included within the operating budget for each department. MUNICIPAL CODE /POLICY DOCUMENT CROSS REFERENCE This action does not affect the Municipal Code. RECOMMENDATION Adopt resolutions preliminarily approving the annual report declaring the City's intention to order the levy and collection of assessments and providing for notice of public hearing for July 3, 2007 - Island City Landscaping and Lighting District 84 -2 and Island City Landscaping and Lighting District 84 -2 Zones 2 and 3. Respectfully submitted, atthew T. Naclerio Pub!' Works Director By: Ma Pub MTN:MM:gc McLean Works Coordinator CITY OF ALAM.EDA RESOLUTION NO. PRELIMINARILY APPROVING ANNUAL REPORT DECLARING INTENTION TO ORDER LEVY AND COLLECTION OF ASSESSMENTS AND PROVIDING FOR NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING JULY 3, 2007 - ISLAND CITY LANDSCAPING AND LIGHTING DISTRICT 84 -2 WHEREAS, the City of Alameda (the "City ") has duly created the Island City Landscaping and Lighting District 84 -2 (the "District ") under the Landscaping and Lighting g Act of 1972 (Sections 22500 and following of the Streets and Highways Code of California) (the "Act ") to install and maintain certain landscaping and lighting improvements ( the "Improvements "); and WHEREAS, the City has directed the City Engineer, as engineer of work for the District, to file an annual report in accordance with the Landscaping and Lighting Act of 1972, and that report is on file with the City and shows the proposed improvements and the estimated costs and assessments, all for the fiscal year 2007 -2008. that: NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Alameda 1. The report of the engineer of work on file with the City is hereby preliminarily approved and the City intends to levy assessments on the properties shown in the report for the fiscal year 2007 -2008, subject to any changes that may be ordered by the Council. 2. On July 3, 2007, at the hour of 7:30 o'clock P.M., the Council will hold a public hearing on the proposed Improvements and the proposed assessments for the fiscal year 2007 -2008. The hearing will be held at the meeting place of the City Council, in the Alameda City Hall, 2263 Santa Clara Avenue, Alameda, California, 94501. 3. The City Clerk is authorized and directed to give notice of the hearing required by the Landscaping and Lighting Act of 1972 by publishing a copy of this resolution twice in the Alameda Journal, a newspaper regularly published and circulated in the City. The first publication shall be not later than 45 days before the date of said hearing. 4. The Public Works Department is directed to mail notices to all property owners who are experiencing an increase in assessment from the 2007 -2008 fiscal year. These notices will list the total amount chargeable to the district, the amount chargeable to the owner's parcel, the duration of the payments, the reason for the assessment and the basis upon which the amount of the proposed assessment was calculated. These notices will also advise property owners of the procedures for conducting a ballot. Resolution #4 -1(1) CC 05 -15 -07 5. Interested persons should contact Marge McLean of the City of Alameda Public Works Department, 950 West Mali Square, Room 110, Alameda, California 94501, telephone number (510) 749 -5896, regarding this hearing, the assessments, and the report. 1, the undersigned, hereby certify that the foregoing Resolution was duly and regularly adopted and passed by the Council of the City of Alameda in a regular meeting assembled on the 15th day of May, 2007, by the following vote to wit: AYES: NOES: ABSENT: ABSTENTIONS: IN WITNESS, WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and affixed the official seal of said City this day of May, 2007. Lara Weisiger, City Clerk City of Alameda CITY OF ALAMEDA RESOLUTION NO. PRELIMINARILY APPROVING ANNUAL REPORT DECLARING INTENTION TO ORDER LEVY AND COLLECTION OF ASSESSMENTS AND PROVIDING FOR NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING JULY 3, 2007 - ISLAND CITY LANDSCAPING AND LIGHTING DISTRICT 84 -2, ZONES 2 AND 3 WHEREAS, the City of Alameda (the "City") has duly created the Island City Landscaping and Lighting District 84 -2, Zones 2 and 3 (the "District ") under the Landscaping and Lighting Act of 1972 (Sections 22500 and following of the Streets and a Highways Code of California) "Act" to install and maintain certain landsc } "Act") aping and 0 lighting improvements (the "Improvements"); and WHEREAS, the City has directed the City Engineer, as engineer of work for the District, to file an annual report in accordance with the Landscaping and Lighting Act of 1 972, and that report is on file with the City and shows the proposed improvements and the estimated costs and assessments, all for the fiscal year 2007 -2008. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, DETERMINED AND ORDERED by the City Council of the City of Alameda, pursuant to Chapter 2, Section 22587 of the Act that: 1. The City Council hereby finds that the report of the engineer of work on file with the City contains all matters required by Section 22565 through 22574 of the Act and is hereby approved and confirmed. Reference is made to the report, which is on file with the City Clerk of the City of Alameda, for a full and detailed description of the improvements described in Section 6, the boundaries of the District described in Section 5, the assessment range formula that is proposed to be levied on the assessable lots and parcels of property within the District. 2. The City Council hereby declares its intention to increase the assessment amount in the District and to allow for future annual increases based on an indexed inflation adjustment formula. The City Council has determined at this time to call an assessment ballot proceeding therein to authorize the assessment increase ( which is more particularly outlined in the Engineer's Report) to pay the costs and expenses of the improvements described in Section 5 of this Resolution. The City Council finds that the public's best interest requires such levy and collection. 3. Pursuant to Proposition 218, Section 4, Sub - Section 4 (c ), now California Constitutional Articles XI I I C and XI I I D, (hereafter referred to as the "Proposition 218") approved by the California voters in November 1990, an assessment ballot proceeding is hereby called on behalf of the District on the proposition of increasing the assessment and providing for future increases through an indexed inflation adjustment formula in the method of spread to allow for reasonable increases within the District. Resolution #4 -I (2) CC 05 -15 -07 4. The assessment ballot proceeding for the District on the proposition of increasing the assessment and allowing for future reasonable increases, pursuant to Section 4, Sub - Section 4 (c and d) of Proposition 218 consists of an assessment ballot, included with the mailed notice required by Section 22556 of the Act, distributed by mail, to the property owners of record within the District appearing on the County's last equalized roll. Each property owner's vote is weighted by the amount of their proposed assessment and property owners may return the ballot by mail or in person to the City Clerk not later than the conclusion of the Public Hearing on July 3, 2007. At the Public Hearing, pursuant to Section 4, Sub - Section 4 (e) of Proposition 218 the agency shall tabulate the ballots to determine if a majority protest exists. The ballots shall be weighted according to the proportional financial obligation of the affected property. A majority protest exists if, upon the conclusion of the Public Hearing, ballots submitted in opposition to the assessments exceed the ballots submitted in favor of the assessments. 5. The boundaries of the District are described as the boundaries previously defined in the formation documents of the original District, within the boundaries of the City of Alameda, within the County of Alameda, State of California; as shown upon the boundary map of said Landscape and Lighting District, which is on file in the office of the City Clerk. The distinctive designation of the District is "Island City Landscaping and Lighting District 84 -2, Zones 2 and 3 of the City of Alameda," and is comprised of properties on Webster Street from Central Avenue to Atlantic Avenue. 6. The improvements provided within the District include, but are not limited to, the operating, maintaining, and servicing of all public landscaping improvements, consisting of trees, medians, refuse containers, sidewalks, plant materials, pathways, irrigation systems, lighting systems, and associated appurtenant facilities. Services include, but are not limited to, personnel, materials, contracting services, electrical energy, water required for all necessary maintenance, replacement, repair and administration, required to keep the above mentioned improvements in a healthy, vigorous and satisfactory condition. 7. For Fiscal Year 2007 and 2008, the proposed assessments are outlined in the Engineer's Report which details the annual assessments and formula. 8. The City Council hereby declares its intention to conduct a Public Hearing annually concerning levy of assessments for the District in accordance with Chapter 2, Section 22626 of the Act. 9. The Public Works Department is directed to give notice of the time and place of the Public Hearing to all property owners within the District by causing notice to be given pursuant to Section 53753 of the Government Code. Property owners will also be provided a mailed assessment ballot to vote on the proposed assessment range formula to allow for reasonable increases. Ballots must be received prior to the conclusion of the Public Hearing, at which time they will be tabulated. At the Public Hearing, all interested persons shall be afforded the opportunity to hear and be heard. 10. Notice is hereby given that a Public Hearing on these matters will be held by the City Council on the July 3, 2007, at 7:30 p.m. at the meeting place of the City Council, y in the Alameda City Hall, 2203 Santa Clara Avenue, Alameda, California, 94501. 11. The City Clerk is authorized and directed to give notice of the hearin g • required by the Landscaping and Lighting Act of 1972 by publishing a copy of this resolution twice in the Alameda Journal, a newspaper regularly published and circulated in the City. The first publication shall be not later than 45 days before the date of said hearing. 12. Interested persons should contact Marge McLean of the City of Alameda Public Works Department, 950 West Mall Square, Room 110, Alameda, California 94501, telephone number (510) 749-5896, regarding this hearing, the assessments and the report. I, the undersigned, hereby certify that the foregoing Resolution was duly and regularly adopted and passed by the Council of the City of Alameda in a regular meeting assembled on the 1 5th day of May, 2007, by the following vote to wit: AYES: NOES: ABSENT: ABSTENTIONS: IN WITNESS, WHEREOF, 1 have hereunto set my hand and affixed the official seal of said City this day of May, 2007. Lara Weisiger, City Clerk City of Alameda CITY OF ALAMEDA Memorandum To: Honorable Mayor and Councilmembers From: Debra Kurita City Manager Date: May 15, 2007 Re: Adopt a Resolution Preliminarily Approving the Annual Report Declaring the City's Intention to Order the Levy and Collection of Assessments and Providing for Notice of Public Hearing July 3, 2007 — Maintenance Assessment District 01 -01 (Marina Cove) BACKGROUND In accordance with the Landscape and Lighting Act of 1 972, the City Council is required to annually appoint an Engineer and Attorney to prepare an Engineer's Report and adopt a resolution preliminarily approving the report, declaring the City's intent to levy and collect the assessment, and setting a public hearing date on the proposed assessments. The resolution is required to be published at least twice in a local paper with a minimum of 45 days between the first publication of the resolution and the Public Hearing. The City Council appointed an Engineer and Attorney for the Maintenance Assessment District 01- 01 (MAD 01 -01) and authorized the preparation of the annual budget report on February6, 2007. DISCUSSION The Engineer's Report has been prepared in accordance with Section 22565 et seq. of the California Streets and Highway Code. A copy of the Engineer's Report is on file with the City Clerk. The report provides an annual budget to maintain the public improvements within the MAD. It is recommended that the assessments be increased by 3.1 %, which is the Consumer Price Index (CPI) for the Bay Area for the year ending February 2007. An annual CPI increase was pre - approved when the district was established, and a vote of the property owners is not required. Staff recommends that the City Council adopt the resolution preliminarily approving the Engineer's Report and setting the regular City Council meeting of July 3, 2007, as the date for the public hearing. BUDGET CONSIDERATION /FINANCIAL IMPACT The Maintenance Assessment District was formed to maintain public improvements associated with the Marina Cove Development. Funds not yet expended remain within this assessment district for use against future expenses. There is no impact to the General Fund. City Council Report Re: Agenda Item #4 -J 05 -15 -07 May 15, 2007 Page 2 MUNICIPAL CODE /POLICY DOCUMENT CROSS REFERENCE This action does affect the Municipal Code. RECOMMENDATION Adopt a resolution preliminarily approving the annual report declaring the City's intention to order the levy and collection of assessments and providing for notice of public hearing on July 3, 2007 - Maintenance Assessment District 01 -01 (Marina Cove). Respectf mitted, atthew T. Naclerio Public Works Director ill-cLeetz By: Marge McLean Public Works Coillinator MTN:MM:gc Approved as to Form CITY OF ALAMEDA RESOLUTION NO. PRELIMINARILY APPROVING ANNUAL REPORT DECLARING INTENTION TO ORDER LEVY AND COLLECTION OF ASSESSMENTS AND PROVIDING FOR NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING JULY 3, 2007 — MAI NTENANCE ASSESSMENT DISTRICT 01 -01 (MARINA COVE) WHEREAS, the City of Alameda (the "City ") has duly created the Maintenance Assessment District 01 -01 (the "District ") pursuant to Chapter 3, Article V of the Alameda Municipal Code, and Resolution No. 12417 to install and maintain certain landscaping and lighting and other improvements (the "Improvements"); and WHEREAS, the City has directed the City Engineer, as engineer of work for the District, to file an annual report in accordance with the Landscaping and Lighting Act of 1972, and that report is on file with the City and shows the proposed improvements and the estimated costs and assessments, all for the fiscal year 2007 -2008: that: NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Alameda 1. The report of the engineer of work on file with the City is hereby preliminarily approved and the City intends to levy assessments on the properties shown in the report for the fiscal year 2007 -2008, subject to any changes that may be ordered by the y Council. 2. On July 3, 2007, at the hour of 7 :30 o'clock P.M., the Council will hold a public hearing on the proposed Improvements and the proposed assessments for the fiscal year 2007 -2008. The hearing will be held at the meeting place of the City Council, in the Alameda City Hall, 2263 Santa Clara Avenue, Alameda, California, 94501. 3. The City Clerk is authorized and directed to give notice of the hearing required by the Landscaping and Lighting Act of 1972, as that Act is incorporated in Chapter 3, Article V of the Alameda Municipal Code, by publishing a copy of this resolution twice in the Alameda Journal, a newspaper regularly published and circulated in the City. The first publication shall be not later than 45 days before the date of said hearing. 4. The Public Works Department is directed to mail notices to all property owners who are experiencing an increase in assessment not previously authorized by vote from the 2006-07 fiscal year. These notices will list the total amount chargeable to the district, the amount chargeable to the owner's parcel, the duration of the payments, the reason for the assessment and the basis upon which the amount of the proposed assessment was calculated. These notices will also advise property owners of the procedures for conducting a ballot, per the attached ballot procedures. Resolution #4 -J CC 05 -15 -07 5. Interested persons should contact Marge McLean of the City of Alameda Public Works Department, 950 W. Mali Square, Room 110, Alameda, California 94501, telephone number (510) 749 -5840, regarding this hearing, the assessments and the report. 1, the undersigned, hereby certify that the foregoing Resolution was duly and regularly adopted and passed by the Council of the City of Alameda in a regular meeting assembled on the 1 5th day of May, 2007, by the following vote to wit: AYES: NOES: ABSENT: ABSTENTIONS: IN WITNESS, WHEREOF, 1 have hereunto set my hand and affixed the official seal of said City this day of May, 2007. Lara Weisiger, City Clerk City of Alameda CITY OF ALAMEDA Memorandum To: Honorable Mayor and Councilmembers From: Debra Kurita City Manager Date: May 15, 2007 Re: Adopt a Resolution Approving a Second Amendment to the Agreement for Additional Funding from the California State Coastal Conservancy to Implement Spartina Eradication and Mitigation Measures, and Authorizing the City Manager to Enter Into all Associated Agreements BACKGROUND In 2003, the California State Coastal Conservancy (Conservancy) adopted a Final Programmatic Environmental Impact Statement/Environmental Impact Report (EIS/EIR)to allow for the treatment and control of non - native Spartina in the San Francisco Bay Estuary. This document required the preparation of site - specific control plans. The San Francisco Estuary Invasive Spartina Project (ISP), administered by the Conservancy, has prepared control plans for 22 locations, including three sites along the City's shoreline. On August 22, 2005, the Conservancy and the City executed a partnership Agreement to undertake invasive Spartina treatment and eradication activities and public outreach related to these activities along the City's shoreline. This Agreement granted to the City a sum not to exceed $38,093 for this effort. On June 22, 2006, the Conservancy and the City executed an amendment to the 2005 Agreement providing an additional sum not to exceed $39,080 for invasive Spartina treatment and eradication efforts in calendar year 2006. DISCUSSION In 2005 and 2006, the City successfully implemented the first two years of an initial three - year plan to eradicate non - native Spartina. In 2007, the City and the Conservancy intend to implement the third-year and final phase of the project and treat the remaining acreage of invasive Spartina. Treatment methods at the site will include application of aquatic herbicide via spray truck, backpack sprayer, amphibious tracked vehicles, and boat. To initiate this phase of work, a second amendment providing up to $68,500 by the Conservancy in grant funds for the work is required. City Council Report Re: Agenda Item #4 -K 05 -15 -07 Page 2 May 15, 2007 Consistent with the efforts of the last two years, the City will be responsible for public outreach and providing control efforts using either City resources or through subcontractors. The Conservancy will reimburse the City for this work consistent with the Agreement's "Conditions Precedent to Commencement of Project and Disbursement and Additional Grant Conditions." The City intends to schedule a series of public meetings in the summer of 2007 to continue to provide the public with up -to -date information regarding proposed actions to control invasive Spartina. A copy of the amended Agreement for funding from the Conservancy is on file in the City Clerk's Office. BUDGET CONSIDERATION /FINANCIAL IMPACT The Conservancy will provide an additional sum not to exceed $08,500 in funding for Spartina treatment and eradication activities to be undertaken by the City during 2007. The City has budgeted an in -kind contribution estimated at $22,140 with funds available from the Urban Runoff Clean Water fund. MUNICIPAL CODE /POLICY DOCUMENT CROSS REFERENCE The proposed Resolution is consistent with several implemented policies of the Open Space and Conservation Element of the General Plan. RECOMMENDATION Adopt a resolution approving a Second Amendment to the Agreement for additional funding from the Conservancy to implement Spartina eradication and mitigation measures, and authorizing the City Manager to enter into all associated agreements. Respecty bmitted, Matthew T. Naclerio Public Works Director PaA,,,r„ 01676-0 By: Maria F. Di Meglio Servic s 1Vlanager MTN:MFD:gc CITY OF ALAMEDA RESOLUTION NO. APPROVING A SECOND AMENDMENT TO THE AGREEMENT FOR ADDITIONAL FUNDING FROM THE STATE CALIFORNIA COASTAL CONSERVANCY TO IMPLEMENT SPARTINA ERADICATION AND MITIGATION MEASURES, AND AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO ENTER INTO ALL ASSOCIATED AGREEMENTS WHEREAS, the State Coastal Conservancy (Conservancy) and the City of y Alameda (City) executed a Partnership Agreement (Agreement) on August 22, 2005, to undertake invasive Spartina treatment and eradication activities and public outreach related to these activities along the shorelines of Alameda in the amount of $38,093; and WHEREAS, the City and the Conservancy executed an amendment to this Agreement on June 22, 2006, for an additional disbursement to the City not to exceed $39,080 for invasive Spartina treatment and eradication activities in 2006; and WHEREAS, the Conservancy has authorized the additional disbursement of an amount not to exceed sixty -eight thousand five hundred dollars to the City for implementation of continuing invasive Spartina treatment and eradication projects in 2007 under the Invasive Spartina Project (ISP) Spartina Control Program (third ; hase p ) and WHEREAS, the ISP and implementation of the Spartina Control Program remain consistent with Public Resources Code Sections 31160-31164; and WHEREAS, on June 28, 2005, July 26, 2005, August 17, 2005, and July 19, 2006, public meetings were held to inform the public about the proposed Spartina control efforts. Attendees were supportive of the proposed project but did express concerns about herbicide usage and the residual habitat effects. Overall attendees were in favor of the proposed action plans. Staff will schedule another series of public meeting in the summer of 2007 to continue to provide the public with up -to -date information regarding proposed actions to control invasive Spartina along the Alameda shoreline; and WHEREAS, the additional funds shall be used by the City to undertake Spartina treatment, eradication activities along the shoreline of Alameda Island for 2007; and WHEREAS, the City shall carry out the project in accordance with the Agreement, site - specific plans and a work program to be approved by the Executive Officer of the Conservancy pursuant to the Agreement; and WHEREAS, the City shall provide any funds, subject to appropriation by the City Council of Alameda, beyond those granted under the Agreement which are needed to complete the project; and Resolution #4 -K CC 05 -15 -07 WHEREAS, the Conditions Precedent to Commencement of Project and Disbursement and Additional Grant Conditions shall be met before the City shall y commence the project and the Conservancy shall be obligated to disburse any funds under the Agreement; NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the City approves a second amendment to the Agreement for additional funding in the amount of $68,500 from the Conservancy to implement Spartina Eradication and Mitigation Measures and authorizing the City Manager to enter into all associated agreements. 1, the undersigned, hereby certify that the foregoing Resolution was duly and regularly adopted and passed by the Council of the City of Alameda in a regular meeting assembled on the 15th day of May, 2007, by the following vote to wit: AYES: NOES: ABSENT: ABSENTIONS: IN WITNESS, WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and affixed the official seal of said City this day of May, 2007. Lara Weisiger, City Clerk City of Alameda CITY OF ALAMEDA Memorandum To: Honorable Mayor and Councilmembers From: Debra Kurita City Manager Date: May 15, 2007 Re: Adopt a Resolution Accepting $138,000 in Fiscal Year 2007/2008 Congestion Mitigation and Air Quality Funds Programmed for the Signal Coordination and Interconnect for Eighth Street, Park Street, and Otis Drive Proiects BACKGROUND In response to the Congestion Management Agency's (CMA) call for application for the Coordinated Program Cycle for Congestion Mitigation and Air Quality (CMAQ) funding, Public Works staff submitted a preliminary application for the Signal Coordination and Interconnect for Eighth Street, Otis Drive, and Park Street. The City was successful in securing $138,000 in those funds. DISCUSSION Before the City can access the CMAQ funds, the projects must be included in the Federal Transportation Improvement Program (TIP). The CMA is prepared to submit the proposed CMAQ projects for inclusion in the 2007 TIP amendment; however, the City Council is first required to adopt a resolution authorizing the application for these funds and the commitment of the matching funds. Once the City Council has adopted the resolution, the CMA will recommend the projects for inclusion in the 2007 TIP amendment. BUDGET CONSIDERATION /FINANCIAL IMPACT In order to use CMAQ funds of $138,000, a local match of 11.5% is required. The required match of $18,000 is available in Measure B funds and has already been budgeted for these projects. MUNICIPAL CODE /POLICY DOCUMENT CROSS REFERENCE This action does not affect the Municipal Code. City Council Report Re: Agenda Item #4 -L 05 -15 -07 May 15, 2007 Page 2 RECOMMENDATION Adopt a resolution accepting $1 38,000 in fiscal year 2007/2008 Congestion Mitigation and Air Quality funds programmed for the signal coordination and interconnect for Eighth Street, Park Street, and Otis Drive projects. Respectful] sjbmitted, Matthew T. Naclerio Public Works Director By: c Virendra Patel Assistant Engine r"- MTN:VP:gc cc: Watchdog Committee a C CITY OF ALAMEDA RESOLUTION NO. Resolution of Local Support SAFETEA STP /CMAQ Funding ACCEPTING $138,000 IN FISCAL YEAR 2007 -2008 CONGESTION MITIGATION AND AIR QUALITY FUNDS FOR THE SIGNAL COORDINATION AND INTERCONNECT FOR EIGHTH STREET, PARK STREET AND OTIS DRIVE PROJECTS WHEREAS, the City of Alameda (the "APPLICANT") is submitting an application to the Metropolitan Transportation Commission (MTC) for Federal Surface Transportation Program and/or Congestion Mitigation and Air Quality Improvement rovement STP /CMAQ funds for $138,000 for the Signal Coordination and Interconnect for Eighth Street, Otis Drive, and Park Street (the "Project") for the MTC First Cycle STP/CMAQ Program and MTC Program Resolution number 3547 (the "Program"); and WHEREAS, the Safe, Accountable, Flexible, Efficient Transportation Equity Act: . � y A Legacy for Users ( SAFETEA} (Public Law 109 -59, August 10, 2005) continues the STP (23 U.S.C. § 133) and the CMAQ (23 U.S.C. § 149); and WHEREAS, pursuant to SAFETEA, and the regulations promulgated thereunder, eligible project sponsors wishing to receive federal STP/CMAQ funds for a project shall submit an application first with the appropriate Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO ), for review and inclusion in the MPO s Transportation Improvement Program (TIP ); and p g WHEREAS, the Metropolitan Transportation Commission (MTC) is the MPO for the nine counties of the San Francisco Bay region; and WHEREAS, MTC has adopted a Regional Project Funding Delivery Policy (MTC Resolution No. 3606, revised) that sets out procedures governing the application and use of STP/CMAQ funds; and WHEREAS, APPLICANT is an eligible project sponsor for STP/CMAQ funds; and WHEREAS, as part of the application for STP/CMAQ funding, MTC requires a resolution adopted by the responsible implementing agency stating the following: 1. The commitment of necessary local matching funds of at least 11.47 %; and 2. That the sponsor understands that the STP/CMAQ funding is fixed at the programmed amount, and therefore, any cost increase cannot be expected to be funded with additional STP/CMAQ funds; and 3. That the project will comply with the procedures specified in Resolution #4 -L CC 05 -15 -07 Regional Project Funding Delivery Policy (MTC Resolution No. 3606, revised); and 4. The assurance of the sponsor to complete the project as described in the application, and if approved, as included in MTC's TIP; and 5. That the project will comply with all the project-specific in p requirements as set forth n MTC First Cycle STP/CMAQ Program. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the Cit y of Alameda that the City Manager is authorized to execute and file an application for funding under the STP and CMAQ of SAFETEA for Signal Coordination and Interconnect for Eighth Street, Otis Drive, and Park Street; and be it further BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Applicant, by adopting this resolution, does hereby state that: 1. Applicant will provide $18,000 in non - federal matching funds, 2. Applicant understands that the STP/CMAQ funding for the project is fixed at the MTC approved programmed amount, and that any cost increases must be funded by the Applicant from other funds, and that Applicant does not expect any cost increases p y ncreases to be funded with additional STP/CMAQ funding. 3. Applicant understands the funding deadlines associated with these funds and will comply with the provisions and requirements of the Regional Project Funding Delivery Policy (MTC Resolution No. 3606, as revised). 4. Project will be implemented as described in the complete application and in this resolution and, if approved, for the amount programmed in the MTC federal TIP. 5. Applicant and the Project will comply with the requirements as set forth in First Cycle STP/CMAQ Program. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that Applicant is an eligible sponsor of STP/CMAQ funded projects. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that Applicant is authorized to submit an application for STP/CMAQ funds for the Project. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that there is no legal impediment to Applicant making applications for the funds. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that there is no pending or threatened litigation that might in any way adversely affect the proposed Project, or the ability of Applicant to deliver such Project. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that Applicant authorizes its City Manager or designee to execute and file an application with MTC for STP/CMAQ funding for the Project as referenced in this resolution. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that a copy of this resolution will be transmitted to the MTC in conjunction with the filing of the application. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the MTC is requested to support the application for the Project described in the resolution and to include the Project, if approved, in MTC's TIP. 1, the undersigned, hereby certify that the foregoing Resolution was duly and regularly adopted and passed by the Council of the City of Alameda in a regular meeting assembled on the 1 5th day of May, 2007, by the following vote to wit: AYES: NOES: ABSENT: ABSTENTIONS: IN WITNESS, WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and affixed the official seal of said City this day of May, 2007. Lara Weisiger, City Clerk City of Alameda CITY OF ALAMEDA Memorandum Date: May '1 5, 2007 To: Honorable Mayor and Members of the Council From: Debra Kurita City Manager Re: Adopt a Resolution to Authorize the Open Market Purchase Pursuant to Section 3 -15 of the Alameda City Charter for the Purchase of One New 2007 Mid-Sized Dodge Charger Police Package Vehicle and Adopt Specifications and Authorize Purchase of the Vehicle from Moss Brothers Riverside Dodge in an Amount Not to Exceed $23,470 (requires four affirmative votes) BACKGROUND On May 2, 2006, the City Council adopted Resolution No. 13951 establishing guiding principles for the management of the City's fleet. In compliance with the fleet replacement criteria, the Public Works Director has recommended the replacement of three marked police vehicles. The Police Department recommends purchasing one vehicle, a 2007 V-6 Dodge Charger Police Package, by way of open market purchase pursuant to Section 3 -15 of the Alameda City Charter. An open market purchase is expected to reduce the total cost of the vehicle by approximately $3,000. DISCUSSION City staff seeks approval to adopt specifications and authorize the purchase of one fully equipped 2007 mid -sized V-6 Dodge Charger Police Package vehicle in an amount not to exceed $23,470. This particular model is somewhat new to the California market for marked police vehicles. It has tested well in overall responsiveness and safety crash test performance. Staff reviewed the functional requirements of a marked police vehicle and determined that utilizing an alternative fuel vehicle does not meet the department's needs. However, procuring a mid -sized V-6 should reduce fuel consumption and lower emissions. Additionally, this particular model is not available with an electric, hybrid, or alternative fuel option. Alternative fuel vehicles currently available in the United States do not meet the performance requirements for a marked patrol vehicle. The Police Department has a unique, one -time opportunity to purchase this vehicle, which has 4,900 miles and is fully equipped with safety equipment. The specifications for the 2007 V-6 Dodge Charger Police Package vehicle are attached. The replaced vehicle will be taken out of the fleet inventory and sold at auction. The revenues raised by the sale will be returned to the fleet replacement fund in accordance with Resolution No. 1 3951. City Council Report Re: Agenda Item #4 -M 05-15-07 Honorable Mayor and Members of the Council BUDGET CONSIDERATION /FINANCIAL ANALYSIS May 15, 2007 Page 2 of 2 The cost for this vehicle, $23,740, is included in the FY 2006/07 managed vehicle replacement program fund. There is no need for additional safety equipment since the package price includes all safety equipment. Since this vehicle is considered a demonstration vehicle and is being purchased with most of the emergency equipment already installed, the open market purchase is expected to reduce the total cost of this vehicle. A new V-6 Dodge Charger, including all safety equipment, costs approximately $32,000. MUNICIPAL CODE /POLICY DOCUMENT CROSS REFERENCE This action does not affect the Municipal Code. RECOMMENDATION Adopt a resolution authorizing the open market purchase pursuant to Section 3 -15 of the Alameda City Charter for the purchase of one new 2007 V-6 Dodge Charger Police Package vehicle and adopt specifications and authorize purchase from Moss Brothers Riverside Dodge in the amount not to exceed $23,740. Respectfully submitted, Walter B. Tibbet Chief of Police Attachment 1 DK/WBT: mcn SPECIFICATIONS FOR POLICE VEHICLE PURCHASE The City of Alameda is seeking proposals for the purchase of three new 2007 Dodge Charger Police Package (27A) vehicles, including all standard equipment and the following options: Basics Description Suspension 5 Link Break Type Rear Disc Break Type Front Disc Vehicle Type Mid -Range Premium Steering Rack & Pinion Doors 4 Tire Diameter 17 inches Overall Height Wheelbase _ 120.0 inches Overall Length 200.1 inches Overall Width 74.5 inches Capacity 5 Passenger Base weight r 3227 Fuel Tank 18.0 gallon Transmission Automatic Engine Size _ 3.5 Liter, V-6 Engine Valve Configuration DOHC Engine Torque 4000 Color Black and White _ Cage Partition Sentina Brand Emergency Siren /Box Whelen Siren/P.A. System and Light Control Emergency Light Bar Whelen Brand Other Lighting Red and Blue Deck and Grid Lights , Seats Plastic Rear Seat Auxiliary Lights Right/Left Spot Lights Interior Console with Cup Holder WARRANTY A standard warranty exists on the vehicle. The vehicle warranty has 27 months, 30,000 miles remaining to begin when the unit is placed in service. Dealer will be responsible for registering the vehicle as an Exempt vehicle with the Department of Motor Vehicles and have the plates sent or delivered directly to the Police Department. VENDOR DELIVERY: Vehicle must be delivered within 14 days of award of contract. Sale should be contingent on successful mechanical inspection by Maintenance Service Center mechanics. City Council Attachment to Report Re: Agenda Item #4 -M 05 -15 -07 City Attorney CITY OF ALAMEDA RESOLUTION NO. AUTHORIZING OPEN MARKET PURCHASE FROM MOSS BROTHERS DODGE, RIVERSIDE, CA PURSUANT TO SECTION 3-15 OF THE ALAMEDA CITY CHARTER FOR ONE DODGE CHARGER IN AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $23,470 (REQUIRES FOUR AFFIRMATIVE VOTES) WHEREAS, on May 2, 2006, City Council adopted a resolution establishing g guiding principles for the management and replacement of the City fleet vehicles and equipment; and WHEREAS, the Budget and Financial Plan for Fiscal Years 2000/2008 includes approval for the replacement of three patrol vehicles; and WHEREAS, Section 3-15 of the City Charter provides that the City Council, by four affirmative votes, can authorize an open market purchase, without competitive bidding, if it determines that the product can be purchased at a lower price in the open market; and WHEREAS, the vehicle is considered to be a demonstration model, and it comes equipped with most of the necessary emergency lighting equipment already installed, the City will be able to purchase this patrol vehicle at a lower price in the open market; and NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Alameda, pursuant to Section 3-15 of the City Charter, and by four affirmative votes, hereby authorizes the execution of an agreement for the open market purchase of one 2007 Dodge Charger from Moss Brothers Dodge, Riverside in an amount not exceed $23,740. 1, the undersigned, hereby certify that the foregoing Resolution was duly and regularly adopted and passed by the Council of the City of Alameda in regular meeting assembled on the 1 5th day of May, 2007, by the following vote to wit: AYES: NOES: ABSENT: ABSTENTIONS: IN WITNESS, WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and affixed the official seal of said City this day of May, 2007. Lara Weisiger, City Clerk City of Alameda Resolution #4 -M CC 05 -15 -07 CITY OF ALAMEDA MEMORANDUM To: Honorable Mayor and Councilmembers From: Debra Kurita City Manager Date: May 15, 2007 Re: Adopt a Resolution Authorizing the City Manager to Complete and Execute a Cooperative Agreement Between the City of Alameda and the State of California Department of Transportation for the Stargell Avenue Extension Project (CIP No. 04 -105 /Caltrans Project No. EA448200) BACKGROUND The Wilver "Willie" Stargell (formerly Tinker) Avenue Extension Project (the "Project ") is one of three key major circulation networks required to serve the City of Alameda's West End redevelopment efforts at the former East Housing, Fleet Industrial Supply Center and Alameda Point. The Project, which involves the construction of a new 4 -lane roadway that will extend from Webster to 5th Street, is also a traffic mitigation measure. This measure is required to help relieve traffic congestion on Ralph Appezzato Memorial Parkway (formerly Atlantic Avenue), and help improve the level of service at the Webster Street (State Route 260)/Ralph Appezzato Memorial Parkway intersection. This Project will also improve entry into the City of Alameda from the Webster Street Tube with new gateway monuments, landscaping, pedestrian access, and lighting; and create new access to Bayport, Alameda Landing, and Alameda Point. In addition to road construction, new streetscape improvements, matching those along Webster, will continue along the north and south side of Stargell Avenue west of Webster Street to 5th Street. The City will construct additional improvements at the intersection of Stargell Avenue and Mariner Square Loop and create a new north entrance to the College of Alameda. The City will also construct improvements at the intersection of Stargell and 5th Street as part of phase one of the Alameda Landing Project (see attached ma of the p g � map Project Alignment). Because a major portion of the Project falls within the existing Caltrans right -of -way, the design, construction, operation and maintenance of the Project requires coordination with and approval of the State of California Department of Transportation ( "Caltrans "). On March 20, 2001, following a series of community meetings in 1999 and 2000, the City Council approved the Project. On December 19, 2001, Caltrans approved a Project Study Report ( "PSR "), the first step in the design approval process for projects within Caltrans jurisdiction. In 2002, the City suspended the Project due to the economic downturn in the office and R &D real estate markets. City Council Report Re: Agenda Item #4 -N 05 -15 -07 Honorable Mayor and Councilmembers May 15, 2007 Page 2 In 2004, the City restarted the Stargell Project in conjunction with the revival of the Alameda Landing Project. In November 2004, the City submitted a draft Project Report ( "PR ") to Caltrans, the second step in the Caltrans design approval process. In response to Caltrans' request, the City revised the geometry and alignment of Stargell Avenue to improve the sight distance and operational safety at the new Webster / Stargell intersection. On December 18, 2006, Caltrans approved the final PR with the new geometry and alignment. DISCUSSION Upon approval of the project report, Caltrans committed to sign a Cooperative Agreement with the City. Caltrans requires Cooperative Agreements for local construction projects that occur within current or proposed State right -of -way. The Cooperative Agreement addresses the terms and conditions under which the project is to be developed, designed, constructed, financed, and maintained. A copy of the draft Cooperative Agreement, which has been developed and reviewed by Caltrans, the City Attorney, and staff of Development Services, Public Works, and Risk Management, is attached. Caltrans has tentatively programmed $4,000,000 in State Transportation Improvement Program ( "STIP ") augmentation funds for the Project for FY 07 -08. The final funding commitment is scheduled for the California Transportation Commission's consideration on June 6 and 7. These funds will be used for construction within the State right -of -way on Webster Street. Construction of the project is scheduled to start in the Spring of 2008, with completion in the Spring of 2009. ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW In 2001, the City prepared and approved an Initial Study and Negative Declaration for this project. On February 13, 2006, the City approved an addendum to the Negative Declaration, which concluded that the realignment of the Stargell Avenue /State Route 260 approximately 120 feet south of the location proposed in the 2005 design plans for the project did not require subsequent environmental review. In January 2007, the City certified the Alameda Landing Supplemental Environmental Impact Report ( "SEIR "). The SEIR required the Stargell Avenue Extension Project as a mitigation measure for the Alameda Landing Project. The City has determined that the 2001 Negative Declaration, February 2006 Addendum, and 2007 SEIR adequately analyze the potential impacts of the Project approved by Caltrans in December 2006 and that no subsequent or additional environmental review is necessary to comply with CEQA. BUDGET CONSIDERATION /FINANCIAL IMPACT The Stargell Avenue Project will be constructed in part with STIP funds. Pursuant to the Alameda Landing Disposition and Development Agreement, approved by the Community Improvement Commission on December 5, 2006, the Developer is responsible for the Honorable Mayor and Councilmembers May 15, 2007 Page 3 MUNICIPAL CODE /POLICY DOCUMENT CROSS REFERENCE The proposed Cooperative Agreement conforms to the City's Fiscal Neutrality Policy. RECOMMENDATION Adopt the Resolution authorizing the City Manager to complete and execute a cooperative Agreement between the City of Alameda and the State of California Department of Transportation for the Stargell Avenue Extension Project. DK/LALDC: mlf Attachments: Cooperative Agreement Map of the Project Alignment Ily submitte e Dev A. Litt e ment Servic edevelopment ► anager By: ter Base Reuse & Community Development Manager D -A rnod with J -A 04- Ala - 260 -I{P 1.0/1.9 (PM 0.6/ 1.2) DRAFT 9/05/03 Tinker Avenue Extension ES 04250- 44820K District Agreement No. 4- 1915 -C COOPERATIVE AGREEMENT THIS AGREEMENT, ENTERED INTO EFFECTIVE ON , 2006, is between the STATE OF CALIFORNIA, acting by and through its Department of Transportation, referred to herein as "STATE," and the CITY OF ALAMEDA, a body politic and a municipal corporation of the State of California, referred to herein as "CITY". REC I'FAL S 1. SPATE and CITY, pursuant to Streets and Highways Code sections 114 and 130, are authorized to enter into a Cooperative Agreement for improvements lo Stake Highways within CITY's jurisdiction limits. 2. CITY has a project to extend and reconfigure Tinker Avenue that consists of elements located inside and outside of State right of way. This Agreement will only address the elements that are within current or proposed new State right of way. 3. Within current or new State right of way, CITY intends to fund, develop, and construct State Highway improvements consisting of at -grade intersections on State Route 260 (SR260) (Webster Street) at Tinker Avenue and College of Alameda entrance, along with modifications: to SR:260, . referred to. herein as : "PROJECTS ". - - ....... - 4. CITY has performed or will perform all PROJECT development work and construction activities, which include. Project Approval and Environmental Document (PA &ED), Right of Way (R /W), and Plans, Specifications and Estimate (PS&E) and construction phases. C1TIY has completed draft PA &ED. 5. STATE will provide quality assurance, at STATE'S expense, on all PROJECT work performed by CITY within current or new State right of way that are funded with local non -State CITY dollars. 6. In case of inconsistencies, this Agreement supersedes any prior Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) relating to PROJECT. 7. STATE and CITY are also entering into this Agreement under the authority of Government Code Section 14529.7(b) and as implemented by the Advance Local Funding and Reimbursement Guidelines adopted by the California Transportation Commission (C C) in Resolution G- 02 -13, dated June 13, 2002, hereinafter- referred to as "GUIDELINES ", which by this reference are made a part of this Agreement. 1. City Council Attachment 1 to Report Re: Agenda Item #4 -N 05- 15 -07 DRAFT District Agreement No. 4- 1915 -C S. CITY is willing to advance its own non - State, non - Federal, and non -fuel tax funds up to the amount of $4,000,000 on STATE'S behalf for PROJECT to finance STATE's share of the construction capital costs and allow STATE to reimburse CITY at a later date with State Transportation Improvement Program (STIP) funds for PROJECT, if those STIP funds for construction capital for PROJECT are actually subsequently allocated by the CTC, subject to annual legislative appropriation, and if State budget authority exists. 9. The parties now define hereinbelow the terms and conditions under which PROJECT is to be developed, designed, constructed, financed, and maintained. SECI`ION 1 CI,I'Y AGREES: 1. To fund project development work for PROJECT, including, but not limited to, costs incurred for the preparation of contract documents, advertising for bids, and for awarding the construction contract and construction support for PROJECT as shown on Exhibit A, attached to and made a part of this Agreement. 2. To bear 100% of actual PROJECI' cost using local funds as shown on Exhibit A and made a part of this Agreement. 3. Notwithstanding CITY's obligation in Article 2 of this Section I, CITY also agrees to advance STATE's share of construction capital costs, up to $4,000,000, with non- STATE, non-Federal, and non -fuel tax funds. CITY agrees to continue to advance said funds up to a maximum of $4,000,000 until such time as the CTC allocates those STIP reimbursement funds, State budget authority exists, and annual legislative appropriation appropriation has occurred for that purpose. Upon CTC's allocation of those funds, CITY's obligation 10 continue Lo advance STATE's share of PROJECT construction capital costs, shall cease. 4. To perform or have performed all necessary PROJECT preliminary engineering, including Project Report (PR), environmental documentation (ED), preparation of detailed Plans, :Specifications. . and: mate : :..:(PS&E)., -.:.. and:- .utility- _Identification.... and. :. location, perform all necessary right of way activities and to perform all necessary construction engineering for PROJECT in accordance with all State and Federal laws, regulations, policies and procedures and standards that STATE Would riorrrially follow. All this work shall be submitted to STATE for STATE'S review and concurrence at appropriate stages of PROJECT in accordance with STATE policies and procedures. 5. To permit STATE to monitor and participate in the selection of personnel who will d.o prepare the PSR/PR and ED, conduct environmental studies, obtain any approvals for PROJECT, prepare the PS &E, and provide the R/W services. CITY agrees to consider any request by STATE to discontinue the services of any personnel considered by STATE to be unqualified on the basis of credentials, professional expertise, conflict of interest, and failure to perform in accordance with the PROJECT scope of work and/or other pertinent criteria. To include in the PROJECT design consultant contract, a "conflict of interest" requirement that the design consultant cannot be employed by the future PROJECT construction contractor. 6. Personnel who perform the PA &ED, PS&E, and R/W shall be made available to STATE, at no cost to STATE, through completion of PROJECT construction to discuss issues, which may arise during construction. CITY will make available its personnel or consultants to clo all necessary corrections and to furnish the corrected product to 2 DRAFT District Agreement No. 4- 1915 -C STATE if during the course of PROJECT, within a reasonable time as specified by STATE, errors or omissions are discovered in any document, study or report which CITY provided pursuant to this Agreement. 7. To make and have CITY's consultants make written application to STATE for necessary encroachment permits authorizing entry of CITY and those consultants onto the State Highway right of way to perform PROJECT preliminary engineering and construction activities. 8. To be responsible, for the investigation of potential hazardous material sites within and outside of the existing State highway right of way that would impact PROJECT as part of the responsibility for PROJECT Environmental Document (ED) preparation. If CITY encounters hazardous material or contamination within the existing State highway right of way during said investigation, CITY shall immediately notify STATE and responsible control agencies of such discovery. 9. CITY shall be fully responsible, as a PROJECT cost, for complying with any and all mitigation, monitoring, and/or remedial action required for PROJECT, including those obligations and requirements set forth in the PROJECT environmental documents and/or any permit and/or agreement issued by the applicable regulatory agencies. All mitigation shall be performed outside of STATE's right of way, 10. If there is a legal challenge to the PROJECT's CEQA environmental documentation, including supporting technical studies, documentation, and if applicable, the mitigation, monitoring, or remedial actions which are required by the environmental documentation, PROJECT permits and/or agreements, all legal costs associated with those said legal challenges shall be a PROJECT cost. 11. To provide, at no cost to STATE, survey and mapping services necessary to perpetuate existing land net and alignment monumentation in accordance with Sections 8771 and 8765 of the Business and Professions Code.; and to permanently monument primary PROJECT control and right of way acquisitions. All of the above are to be shown on a Record of Survey filed with the County Surveyor. CITY shall deliver one copy of any field notes, filed Corner Records, and the Record of Survey required for execution of the above obligation; .to :.STATJ's . DlstricL Division of Right of Way and Land. Surveys. 12. 12. -. To ... prepare ... Right of Way Engineering I -lard Copies, Right of Way Appraisal Maps, Record of Surveys, and Right of Way Record Maps in accordance with STATE's Right of Way Manual, Drafting and Plans Manual, Surveys Manual, applicable State laws and other pertinent reference material and examples as provided by STATE. 13. To have all necessary Right of Way Maps and Documents used to acquire right of way by CITY, prepared by or under the direction authorized to practice land surveying in the State of California. Each Right of Way Map and Document shall bear the appropriate professional seal, certification number, expiration date of registration certification and signature of the licensed person in "Responsible Charge of Work ". 14. A copy of all original survey documents resulting from surveys performed for PROJECT, including original field notes, adjustment calculations, final results, and appropriate intermediate documents, shall be delivered to STATE and shall become property of STATE. Three sets of contract prints shall be furnished for aerial mapping. One set will show control; the second set will contain a complete photo index consisting of two prints and a copy of the negative; and the third set will contain original aerial photography negative. 3 DRAFT District Agreement No. 4- 1915 -C 15. If any existing public and /or private utility facilities conflict with the construction of PROJECT or violate STATE's encroachment policy, CITY shall make all necessary arrangements with the owners of such facilities for their protection, relocation, or removal in accordance with STATE's policy and procedure for those facilities located within the limits of the State Highway and in accordance with CITY's policy for those facilities located outside the State Highway. The cost of protection, relocation, or removal inside STATE's right of way shall be apportioned between the utility owners and CITY in accordance with STATE's policy and procedure. CITY shall require any utility owner performing relocation work in the State highway right of way to obtain an encroachment permit from STATE prior to the performance of said relocation work. The requirements of the most current version of STATE's "Policy on High and Low Risk Underground Facilities Within Highway Rights of Way" shall be fully complied with. Any relocated or new facilities shall be correctly shown and identified with any unmodified facilities on the "As- Built" plans. 16. To furnish evidence to STATE, in a form acceptable to STATE, that arrangements have been made for the protection, relocation, or removal of all conflicting utility facilities within the State Highway right of way and that such protection, relocation or removal of conflicting utility facilities has been the subject of environmental approval and will be completed prior to the award of the contract to construct PROJECT or is coordinated with construction in the PS&E for said contract. Evidence shall include a copy of all required State highway encroachment permits. 17. CITY shall require any utility owner and /or its contractor performing any work within the State Highway right of way to obtain an encroachment permit from STATE prior to the beginning of work. 18. To acquire and furnish all right of way, if any, outside of the existing State Highway right of way and to perform all right of way activities, including all eminent domain activities, if necessary, at no cost to STATE, and in accordance with procedures acceptable to STATE. These activities shall comply with all applicable State and Federal laws and regulations and are subject to STATE's quality assurance to ensure that the right of way completed work is acceptable for incorporation into the State Highway right of way:. 19. To utilize the services of a qualified public agency or a qualified consultant, in accordance with STATE's Local Assistance Procedures Manual and as confirmed by STAT'E'S District Division Chief of Right of Way, in all matters related to the acquisition of right of way in accordance with STATE's procedures as published in STATE's current Right of Way Manual. Whenever personnel other than personnel of a qualified public agency are utilized, administration of the personnel contract shall he performed by a qualified Right of Way person employed or retained by CITY. 20. To certify legal and physical control of right of way ready for construction and that all right of way parcels were acquired in accordance with applicable State and Federal laws and regulations. Said certification is subject to review and concurrence by STATE prior to the advertisement for bids for the contract to construct PROJECT. 21, To deliver to STATE legal title to the right of way, including access rights, if any, free and clear of all encumbrances detrimental to STATE'S present and future uses not later than the acceptance date by STATE for maintenance and operation of the State Highway facility constructed as part of the PROJECT. Acceptance of said title by STATE is subject to a review of a Policy of Title Insurance in the name of the State of California to be provided and paid for by CITY. 4 DRAFT District Agreement No. 4- 1915 -C 22. To advertise, award, and administer the construction contract for PROJECT in accordance with requirements of the Local Agency Public Construction Act and the California Labor Code, including its prevailing wage provisions. Workers employed in the performance of work contracted . for by CITY, and/or performed under encroachment permit, are covered by provisions of the Labor Code in the same manner as are workers employed by S'TA'f'E's contractors. 23. Construction by CITY of those portions of PROJECT which lie within the State Highway right of way shall not commence until CITY's contract plans involving such work, utility relocation plans, and the right of way certification have been reviewed and accepted by STATE and encroachment permits have been issued to CI'T'Y and CITY's contractor, 24. CITY's construction contractor shall maintain in force, until completion and acceptance of the construction contract for PROJECT, a policy of Contractual Liability Insurance, including coverage of Bodily Injury Liability and Property Damage Liability, in accordance with Section 7 -1.12 of STATE's Standard Specifications. Such policy shall contain an additional insured endorsement naming STA'[E and its officers, agents, and employees as additional insures. This insurance coverage shall be evidenced by a Certificate of Insurance in a form satisfactory to STATE which shall be delivered to STATE before the issuance of an encroachment permit to CITY's construction contractor. 25. To require the construction contractor to furnish both a payment and a performance bond, naming CITY as obligee with both bonds complying with the requirements set forth in Section 3 -1.02 of STATE's current Standard Specifications prior to performing any PROJECT construction work. CITY shall defend, indemnify, and hold harmless STATE and its officers, agents, and employees from all claims by stop notice claimants related to the construction of PROJECT. 26. To have PROJECT constructed by contract to the satisfaction of and subject to STATE'S acceptance in accordance with the STATE accepted PROJECT PS &E (contract plans). 27. Contract administration. .procedures - -shall ..conform - to,..-STATE's... Construction .- Manual, Local Assistance Procedures Manual, and the PROJECT encroachment permits. 28. Construction within the existing or ultimate State Highway right of way shall corriply with STATE's Standard Specifications, the PROJECT Special Provisions and STATE'S Construction Manual. 29. All survey work shall conform to the methods, procedures, and requirements of STATE's Surveys Manual and STATE's Staking Information Booklet. 30. To submit a written request for any "State- furnished material" identified in the PROJECT plans, specifications, and estimates (PS&E) a minimum of forty -five (45) days in advance of the need for such materials. To then pay STATE, within fifteen (15) days of receipt of STATE's billing, the actual cost invoiced for the requested "State - furnished material ". CITY may take delivery of the "State - furnished material" after STATE's receipt of CITY's payment and at the location directed by STATE. 31. PROJECT material testing and quality control shall conform to STATE's Construction Manua] and STATE's California Test Methods, and shall be performed, at CITY's expense, by a certified material-tester acceptable to STATE. 5 DRAFT District Agreement No. 4- 1915 -C 32. PROJ ECT specialty testing, asphalt and concrete plants certifications and off -site source inspection and testing shall be performed by STATE as a PROJECT cost. CITY shall reimburse STATE for costs incurred for off -site inspection and testing performed by STATE. 33. To furnish, at CITY's expense and subject to the approval of STATE, a field site representative who is a licensed Civil Engineer in the State of California, to perform the functions of a Resident Engineer. If PROJECT PS &E were prepared by a private engineering company, the Resident Engineer shall not be an employee or subcontractor of that company or the construction contractor. 34. At CITY's expense, to furnish sufficient qualified support staff, subject to the approval of STATE, to assist the Resident Engineer in, but. not limited to, construction surveys, soils and foundation tests, measurement and computation of quantities, testing of construction materials, checking shop drawings, preparation of estimates and reports, preparation of "As- Built" drawings, and other inspection and staff services necessary to assure that the construction is being performed in accordance with PROJECT PS &E. Said qualified support staff shall be independent of the design engineering company and construction contractor, except that the designer of PROJECT may check the shop drawings, do soils foundation tests, test construction materials, and do construction surveys. 35. Within one hundred and eighty (180) days following the completion and acceptance of the construction contract for PROJECT, to furnish STATE with a complete set of "As- Built" plans in accordance with STATE's then current CADD Users Manual and Plans Preparation Manual and STATE practice. The submittal must also include all contract records, including survey documents and Records of Surveys (to include monument perpetuation per the Land Surveyor Act, section 8771). CITY shall also submit: corrected full -size hardcopy structure plans. 36. To submit, at each quarterly review, details of all allowable PROJECT activities and reimbursable expenditures to STATE. CITY agrees and understands that any PROJECT expense, including any expenses relative to project development and construction, incurred prior to the required CTC action and the execution of this .:Agreement .wil.l ..not -be:: reimbu.rsable,::.even .if the.:.C'i'C ::should subsequently:::a:llocate the...... necessary STIP reimbursement funds when State budget capacity and authority exist. 37. To retain all books, documents, papers, accounting records, and other evidence pertaining to costs incurred, including support data for cost proposals, and make such materials available at the respective offices of CITY at all reasonable times during the contract period and for three (3) years from the date of final reimbursement payment, if said reimbursement occurs, under this Agreement. STATE, FHWA, or any duly authorized representative of the Federal Government shall have access to any books, records, and documents of CITY that are pertinent to this Agreement for audits, examinations, excerpts, and transactions, and copies thereof shall be furnished if requested. 38. Upon completion of PROJECT construction, CITY will operate and maintain at CITY's cost any part of PROJECT located outside of the existing State Highway right of way (but including underpasses and overcrossings of then existing State right of way), until acceptance of any part of PROJECT into the. State Highway System by STATE, approval by FHWA, if required, and conveyance of acceptable title to STATE. 39. If CITY cannot complete PROJECT as originally scoped, scheduled, and estimated, CITY will, only with STATE's prior written consent, amend the PS&E for suitable 6 DRAFT District Agreement No. 4- 1915 -C resolution to assure a form of modified PROJECT conforming to that amended PS &E that all times assures a safe and operable State Highway System. 40. If CITY terminates PROJECT prior . to completion of the construction contract for PROJECT, STATE shall require CITY, at CITY's expense, to return the right of way to its original condition or to a safe and operable condition. If CITY fails to do so, STATE reserves the right to finish PROJECT or place PROJECT in a safe and operable condition. STATE will bill Cr Y for all actual expenses incurred and CITY agrees to pay said expenses within thirty (30) days or STATE, acting through the State Controller, may withhold an equal amount from future apportionments clue CITY from the Highway User Tax Account or other fund source. 41. If cultural, archaeological, paleontological or other protected materials are encountered during PROJECT construction, CITY shall stop work in that area until a qualified professional can evaluate the nature and significance of the find and a plan is approved for the removal or protection of that material. The costs for any removal or protection of that material shall be covered as a PROJECT cost contemplated by this Agreement. 42. All PROJECT support services are to be performed by CITY. Should CITY request that STATE perform any portion of those services, CITY shall first agree to reimburse STATE for such work pursuant to a separate executed agreement. 43. To provide a Construction Zone Enhancement Enforcement Program (COZEEP) by contracting directly with the California Highway Patrol (CHP) for all traffic restrictions as outlined in the STATE's Construction Manual. SEC.`i']ON 11 STATE AGREES: 1. Subject to annual legislature appropriations and State budget authority for this purpose, and then only if those STIP funds for construction of PROJECT are actually • subsequently allocated by the CTC, to reimburse CITY for those funds advanced by CITY pursuant to this .Agreement,. GUIDELINES, . Government Code Section ..14529,7(b) up to $4,000,000, but in no event shall that reimbursement amount be more than that amount advanced by CITY or any higher than the amount programmed for reimbursement in the STIP including any future STIP amendment, whichever is less. 2. At no cost to CITY, to provide quality assurance effort to assure that CI'I~Y's project development work is performed in full compliance and in accordance with STATE's then effective policies, procedures, standards, and practices. This quality assurance oversight function includes both the obligation and authority to reject PROJECT work and materials accepted by CITY, to order any actions needed for public safety or the preservation of property, and to assure compliance with all provisions of the encroachment permit(s) issued to CITY and CITY's contractor, 3. Upon proper application by CITY and by CITY's consultants and contractors, to issue, at no cost to CITY and CITY's consultants and contractors, the necessary encroachment permits for required work within the State Highway right of way, as more specifically defined elsewhere in this Agreement. 7 DRAFT District Agreement No. 4- 19 1 5-C 4. As a part of STATE'S quality assurance activities, to provide a qualified representative of STATE during construction of PROJECT who shall have authority to accept or reject work and materials or to order any actions needed for public safety or the preservation of property and to assure compliance with all provisions of the encroachment permit(s) issued to CITY and CITY's contractor. 5. To provide, at CITY's cost, any "State- furnished material" as shown on the PROJECT PS &E or as determined during construction of PROJECT. Upon receipt of CITY's request for any such "State - furnished materials ", STATE will order those materials and STATE's Project Manager will have a bill submitted to CITY for the costs of those materials. Upon receipt of those materials and Cl'I'Y's payment, STATE will make those "State - furnished materials" available to CITY at a STATE designated site. SECTION III IT IS MUTUALLY AGREED: I. STATE's contractual obligations are subject to the annual State Budget Act authority, the appropriation of adequate resources by the Legislature, and the allocation of required funds by the California Transportation Commission. 2. CITY shall only request that the CT'C allocate funds for reimbursement in each year that the PD for PROJECT is programmed for allocation in the STIP. STATE agrees to reimburse CITY in accordance with GUIDELINES, this Agreement and State` Project Funding Policy, which by this reference is made a part of this Agreement, 3. All applicable procedures and policies relating to the use of Federal and State gas tax funds shall apply notwithstanding other provisions of this Agreement to the contrary. 4. All PROJECT development work and construction activities are to be performed by CITY. Should CITY request that STATE perform any portion of PROJECT development work and construction, CI'T'Y shall first agree to reimburse STATE for such work pursuant to an amendment to this Agreement and/or a separate executed agreement. 5. The design, right of way acquisition, and preparation of environmental documents for PROJECT shall be performed in accordance with STATE'S standards and practices current as of the date of performance. Any exceptions to applicable design standards shall first be approved by STATE via the processes outlined in STATE's Highway Design Manual and appropriate memorandums and design bulletins published by STATE. In the event that STATE proposes and/or requires a change in design standards, implementation of new or revised design standards shall be done as part of the work on PROJECT in accordance with STATE's current highway Design Manual Section 82.5, "Effective Date for Implementing Revisions to Design Standards ". STATE shall consult with CITY in a timely manner regarding effect of proposed and/or required changes on PROJECT. 6. During the PROJECT construction, representatives of CITY and STATE will cooperate and consult with each other, and all PROJECT work shall be accomplished according to the PROJECT PS &E and STATE's applicable policies, procedures, standards, and practices. Satisfaction of these requirements shall be verified by STATE'S quality assurance representatives who are authorized to enter CITY's property during construction for the purpose of monitoring and coordinating construction activities. 8 DRAFT District Agreement No. 4- 1915 -C 7, PROJECT PS &E (contract plans and specifications) changes shall be implemented by contract change orders, which have been reviewed and concurred with by ST'ATE'S representative. All changes affecting public safety or public convenience, all design and specification changes, and all major changes as defined in STATE's Construction Manual shall he approved by STATE in advance of performing the work. Unless otherwise directed by STATE's representative, changes authorized as provided herein will not require an encroachment permit rider. All changes shall be shown on the "As- Built" plans. 8. CITY shall provide a construction contract claims process acceptable to STATE and shall process any and all claims through CITY'S claims process. STATE'S representative will be made available to CITY to provide advice and technical input in any claims process. 9, In the event that STATE proposes and /or requires a change in design standards, implementation of new or revised design standards shall be done in accordance with STATE'S Highway Design Manual Section 82,5, "Effective Date for Implementing Revisions to Design Standards," STATE shall consultant with CI'T'Y in a timely manner regarding effect of proposed and /or required change on PROJECT. 10. For the purpose of this Agreement, any hazardous material or contamination found within the area of PROJECT shall be classified in two categories, HM -1 and HM -2. Hazardous material or contamination of an 1-IM -1 category shall be defined as that level or type of contamination which State or Federal regulatory control agencies having jurisdiction have determined must. be cleaned up by reason of its mere discovery, regardless of whether it is disturbed by PROJECT or not. hazardous material or contamination of an HM -2 category shall be defined as that level or type of contamination which said regulatory control agencies would have allowed to remain in place if undisturbed or otherwise protected in place should PROJECT not proceed. 11. Any hazardous material or contamination of an HM -1 category found within the existing State Highway right of way prior to or during construction requiring remedy or remedial action (as defined in Division 20, Chapter 6.8 et seq. of the Health and Safety Code) shall be the responsibility of STATE. Any hazardous material or contamination of an. =HM-1 category found within the local road right of way during :: construction requiring the same defined rernedy or remedial action shall be the responsibility of CITY. For the purpose of the Agreement, hazardous material of HM--1. category is defined as that level or type of contamination which State or Federal regulatory control agencies having jurisdiction have determined must be remediated by reason of its mere discovery regardless of whether it is disturbed by PROJECT or not. STATE shall sign the HM-1 manifest and pay all costs for rernedy or remedial action within the existing State Highway right of way, except that if STATE determines, in its sole judgment, that STATE's cost for remedy or remedial action is increased as a result of proceeding with construction of PROJECT, that additional cost identified by STATE shall be borne by CITY. As between CITY and STATE, CITY shall sign the HM -1 manifest and pay all costs for required remedy or remedial action within a local road or other property. While STATE will exert every reasonable effort to fund the remedy or remedial action for which STATE is responsible. In the event STATE is unable to provide funding, C1TY will have the option to either delay further construction of PROJECT until STATE is able to provide funding or CITY may proceed with the remedy or remedial action as a PROJECT expense without any subsequent reimbursement by STATE. 12. The rernedy or remedial action with respect to any hazardous material or contamination of a HM -2 category found within and outside the existing State Highway 9 DRA} T District Agreement No. 4- 1915 -C right of way during investigative studies shall be addressed by CITY in the ED, PR, and, as necessary, the PS&E for PROJECT as a PROJECT expense. 13. If hazardous material or contamination of either HM -1 or HM -2 category is found on new right of way to be acquired by CITY for PROJECT, CITY, as between CITY and STATE only, shall perform, or cause to be performed, all required cleanup and/or protection at CITY's expense and shall guarantee STATE that said new right of way is clean prior to transfer of title to STATE in accordance with Article 20 of Section I of this Agreement. The generator of the hazardous material or, if none can be identified or found, the present property owner, whether a private entity or a local public agency, or CITY, as a last resort, shall sign the manifest. 14. Locations subject to HM -1 or 1-IM -2 remedy or remedial action and /or protection include utility relocation work required for PROJECT. Costs for remedy and remedial action and/or protection shall include, but not be limited to, the identification, treatment, protection, removal, packaging, transportation, storage, and disposal of such material. 15. The party performing the hazardous material cleanup shall be responsible for the development of the necessary cleanup plans and designs. Cleanups proposed by CITY on the State Highway right of way shall be pre - approved by State and shall be performed in accordance with STATE's standards and practices and those standards mandated by the Federal and State regulatory agencies. 16. STATE, in exercising its authority under section 591 of the Vehicle Code, has included any and all of the requirements set forth in Divisions 11, 12, 13, 14, and 15 of the Vehicle Code to the PROJECT areas open to public traffic. CITY shall take all necessary precautions for safe operation of CITY's vehicles, the construction contractor's equipment and vehicles and /or vehicles of personnel retained by CITY, Y, and for the protection of the traveling public from injury and damage from such vehicles or equipment. 17. STATE will prepare the revised Freeway Agreement and obtain approval for the new public road connection(s) from the CTC. CfY will prepare the necessary exhibits to complete the revised Freeway Agreement; 18. Operation and maintenance of traffic signals, signs, and safety lighting shall be shared in accordance with existing Maintenance Agreement entered into between STATE and CITY effective on October 4, 1989. The Exhibit A of said agreement will be amended to include this signal as a part of said Maintenance Agreement. 19. Upon completion and acceptance of the construction contract for PROJECT by CITY to the satisfaction of STATE's representative, including a maintenance agreement that shall be executed prior to acceptance by STATE and completion of PROJECT. CITY will accept control and maintain, at: its own cost and expense, those portions of PROJECT lying outside the State highway right of way and those portions of PROJECT lying within the State highway right of way, including, but not limited to, all landscape, at- grade bikeway and above the deck of pedestrian /bike overcrossing structures, including, but not lunged to, safety lighting, electricity, fencing, rails, graffiti removal and ramp structures. STATE may determine, in its sole judgment, CITY components require future modifications, repairs, replacement or removal for the protection the traveling public or to permit future changes to the State Highways. 20. Nothing in the provisions of this Agreement is intended to create duties or obligations to or rights in third parties not party to this Agreement or to affect the legal liability of 10 DRAFT District Agreement No. 4-1.915-C either party to the Agreement by imposing any standard of care with respect to the development or design of State Highways and public facilities different from the standard of care imposed by law, 21. Neither STATE nor any officer or employee thereof is responsible for any injury, damage or liability occurring by reason of anything done or omitted to be done by CITY under or in connection with any work, authority or jurisdiction conferred upon CITY and arising under this Agreement. It is understood and agreed that CITY shall fully defend, indemnify and save harmless STATE and all its officers and employees from all claims, suits or actions of every name, kind and description brought forth under, including, but not limited to, tortious, contractual, inverse condemnation and other theories or assertions of liability occurring by reason of anything done or omitted to be done by CITY under this Agreement. 22. Neither CIrI`Y nor any officer or employee thereof is responsible for any injury, damage or liability occurring by reason of anything done or omitted to be done by STATE, under or in connection with any work, authority or jurisdiction conferred upon STATE and arising under this Agreement. It is understood and agreed that STATE shall fully defend, indemnify and save harmless CITY and all its officers and employees from all claims, suits or actions of every name, kind and description brought forth under, including, but not limited to, tortious, contractual, inverse condemnation and other theories or assertions of liability occurring by reason of anything done or omitted to be done by STATE under this Agreement. 23. This Agreement may be terminated or provisions contained herein may be altered, changed, or amended by mutual consent. of the parties hereto. 24. No alteration or variation of the terms of this Agreement shall be valid unless made by a formal amendment executed by the parties hereto and no oral understanding or agreement not incorporated herein shall be binding on any of the parties hereto. 11 DRAFT District Agreement No. 4- 191.5 -C 25. Notwithstanding any provisions in this Agreement to the contrary, this Agreement shall terminate upon completion and acceptance of the construction contract for PROJECT, or on December 31, 2009, whichever is earlier in time. However, the ownership, operation, maintenance, indemnification, and claims clauses shall remain in effect until terminated or modified, in writing, by mutual agreement. Should any construction- related or other claims arising out of PROJECT be asserted against one of the parties, the parties agree to extend the termination date of this Agreement. STATE OF CALIFORNIA CITY OF ALAMEDA Department of Transportation WILL KEMPTON Director By: By: Deputy District Director Mayor Approved as to form and procedure: Attorney Department of Transportation Attest: City Clerk Certified as to funds: Approved as to foram: District Budget Manager Attorney Certified as to financial terms and policies: Accounting Administrator 12 DRAFT District Agreement No. 4- 1915 -C EXHIBIT A COST ESTIMATE BREAKDOWN Phase of Work CITY STATE PA &ED $1 25,000 0 PS&E $560,000 0 R/W Support 30,000 0 Construction Support $660,000 0 R/W Capital $400,000 0 Construction Capital $5,100,000 * +SFM Quality Assurance by STATE • $1.40,000 TOTAL* S6, 575, 000 +SFM $,140,000 * Irncludes CITn advance of $4,000,000 under AB3090 GUIDELINES SFM-State Furnished Material I.3 • fir 0-1.! ii*FrR:11 c Attac Agend ity Council hment 2 to Report Re: a Item #4 -N 05 -15 -07 Approves! as to Form CITY OF ALAMEDA RESOLUTION NO. AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO COMPLETE AND EXECUTE A COOPERATIVE AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF ALAMEDA AND THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION FOR THE STARGELL (FORMERLY TINKER) AVENUE EXTENSION PROJECT (CH' NO. 04 -1051 CALTRANS PROJECT NO. EA448200) WHEREAS, the City is proposing a new roadway, *Wilver "Willie" Stargell (formerly Tinker) Avenue* Extension Project (the "Project "), to provide access to the western part of the City of Alameda; and WHEREAS, on June 2, 2001, the City of Alameda issued a Notice of Intent to Adopt a Mitigated Negative Declaration (the "Negative Declaration") for the Project after which the City circulated the Negative Declaration for period . p of thirty (30) days ending on July 5, 2001; and WHEREAS, on August 27, 2001, the Planning Board held a public . p hearing on the Negative Declaration and recommended that the City Council approve the Negative Declaration; and WHEREAS, on May 21, 2002, the City Council held a public hearing on the Negative Declaration, at which the City Council considered the Negative Declaration, together with comments received during the public review process and adopted Resolution No. 13455, adopting the Negative Declaration and Findings Demonstrating that All Significant Impacts Can Be Mitigated to a Level of Insignificance; and WHEREAS, on May 21, 2002, the City Council adopted Resolution No. 13456 adopting General Plan Amendment GPA -01 -02 to add Tinker Avenue as a Major Street from Main Street to Webster Street to Figure 4 -1, Street and Transit System, of the General Plan; and WHEREAS, on February 13, 2006, the City prepared an addendum to the Negative Declaration, which concluded that the realignment of the Stargell Avenue /State Route 260 approximately 120 feet south of the location proposed in the 2005 design plans for the Project did not require subsequent environmental review; and WHEREAS, the City circulated a Supplemental Environmental Impact Report ( "SEIR ") for the Alameda Landing Mixed Use Development Project (the "Alameda Landing Project ") between May 5 and June 19, 2006; and WHEREAS, the SEIR identified the Project as a mitigation measure for the Alameda Landing Project and analyzed the impacts of this mitigation Resolution #4 -N CC 05-15-07 measure in conformance with the requirements of the California Environmental Quality Act; and WHEREAS, on July 24, 2006, the Planning Board held a public hearing on the SEIR and adopted a Resolution recommending that the City Council certify the SEIR; and WHEREAS, on December 5, 2006, the City Council held a public hearing on the SEIR, at which the City Council considered the SEIR, together with comments received during the public review process, and adopted Resolution No. 14047 certifying the SEIR and Resolution No. 14048 Making Findings Regarding Environmental Impacts and Mitigation Measures, Making Findings Concerning Alternatives, Adopting a Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Program and Adopting a Statement of Overriding Considerations in Accordance with the California Environmental Quality Act for the Alameda Landing Project; and WHEREAS, on December 18, 2006, the State of California, Department of Transportation ( "Caltrans ") approved the Project Report for the Stargell Avenue Extension Project; and WHEREAS, the Project Report commits Caltrans to execute a Cooperative Agreement with the City of Alameda which addresses the City's construction within the new State of California right -of -way and the terms and conditions under which the Project is to be developed, designed, constructed, financed and maintained; and WHEREAS, the Stargell Project will improve access and minimize congestion at other locations throughout the City; and WHEREAS, the Stargell Project is identified as a Public Improvement priority in the City of General Plan; and WHEREAS, execution of the Cooperative Agreement prior to the June 2007 California Transportation Commission meeting will be helpful in obtaining $4,000,000 in State Transportation Improvement Program augmentation funds, which are programmed for the Project in FY 07 -08. NOW, THEREFORE, BET IT RESOLVED that the City of Alameda finds that the Negative Declaration, Addendum and SEIR adequately analyze the impacts of the *Wilver "Willie" Stargell (formerly Tinker) Avenue* Extension Project; and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the City Manager is hereby authorized to complete negotiations with the State of California Department of Transportation and execute a Cooperative Agreement for the Project in a form acceptable to the City Attorney's Office. 1, the undersigned, hereby certify that the foregoing Resolution was duly and regularly adopted and passed by the Council of the City of Alameda in regular meeting assembled on the 1 5th day of May 2007, by the followin g vote to wit: AYES: NOES: ABSENT: ABSTENTIONS: IN WITNESS, WHEREOF, 1 have hereunto set my hand and affixed the official seal of said City this day of May 2007. Lara Weisiger, City Clerk City of Alameda CITY OF ALAMEDA MEMORANDUM To: Honorable Mayor and Councilmembers From: Debra Kurita City Manager Date: May 15, 2007 Re: Adopt a Resolution of Intention to Levy an Annual Assessment on the Alameda Business Improvement Area of the City of Alameda for FY 2007 -08 and Set a Public Hearing for June 5, 2007 BACKGROUND On May 17, 1 989, the City Council established a Parking and Business Improvement Area (BIA) for the Park and Webster Street business districts. The City contracts with the Park Street and West Alameda Business Associations (PSBA and WABA) to administer BIA funds collected from businesses in their respective areas. DISCUSSION The Parking and Business Improvement Area Law of 1989 requires the City Council to appoint an advisory board to make an annual report and recommendations to the Council on the proposed expenditure of BIA revenues. The appointment of the advisory board is accomplished through annual adoption of a Resolution of Intention to Levy an Annual Assessment in which PSBA and WABA are appointed as FY 2007 -08 advisory bodies for their respective geographic zones of the BIA. PSBA and WABA have prepared this year's reports pursuant to their existing BIA agreements with the City. The reports include itemized activities, revenue and estimated costs for FY 2007 -08 (Attachments A and B). Attachment C provides information that will enable business owners to determine the amount they will be assessed. After report approval, the Council must adopt a Resolution of Intention to Levy an Annual Assessment for FY 2007 -08. MUNICIPAL CODE /POLICY DOCUMENT CROSS REFERENCE The renewal of the BIA for another year supports both the goals of the Economic Development Strategic Plan and the Downtown Vision through continued operation of the two business associations consistent with A.M.C. Sec. 6 -7 et seq. City Council Report Re: Agenda Item #4 -0 05-15-07 Honorable Mayor and Councilmembers BUDGET CONSIDERATION /FINANCIAL IMPACT May 15, 2007 Page 2 BIA billing is done concurrently with Business License billing. Revenues from the BIA directly benefit business owners in specified geographic and benefit zones through the promotion of business and similar eligible activities. The impact on the General Fund will be in the form of Finance Department staff costs to process BIA billing and expenditure. This impact will be absorbed through Finance Department staffing proposed for funding in the FY 2007 -08 budget. RECOMMENDATION 1. Adopt a Resolution of Intention to levy an annual assessment on the Alameda Business Improvement Area of the City of Alameda for FY 2007 -08; and 2. Set a public hearing for June 5, 2007. Respectful) b 'ite Leslie . Little Development Services Director By: Dorene E. Soto Manager, Busine By: opment Division Dev- .: ent Coordinator DK/LAL /DES /SGR:ry Attachments: A) PSBA letter and report B) WABA report C) Assessments cc: Economic Development Commission Park Street Business Association West Alameda Business Association Business Association April 17, 2007 Sue Russell Management Analyst Economic Development Division 950 West Mali Square, Room 215 Alameda, CA 94501 Dear Ms. Russell: As President of the Park Street Business Association, I am pleased to submit the attached BIA Report and accompanying 2007/2008 budget for our Association. We do not anticipate any changes in the BIA for 2007/2008. We have provided a description of the activities PSBA is proposing for the upcoming year and the associated line item budget. This proposed budget was approved by the PSBA Board of Directors in a phone poll conducted this week and will be confirmed at the May 30, 2007 meeting. Based on revenue received to date, we anticipate 07/08 BIA revenue of $84,000 and a carryover of $ 16,000 resulting from reduced worker's comp costs, less than anticipated staff benefit costs, and cost containment by PSBA. This brings our 07/08 BIA budget to $100,000. We would be glad to answer any questions you have regarding the attached material. Sincerely, Lars Hansson President Park Street Business Association 2447 Santa Clara Avenue, Suite 302 Alameda, CA 94501 City Council Attachment A to Report Re: Agenda Item #4 -0 05-15-07 (510) 523 -1392 A California Main Street Program FAX (510) 523 -2372 PARK STREET BUSINESS ASSOCIATION 2447 Santa Clara Ave., #302, Alameda, CA 94501 PROPOSED ASSESSMENT FOR BUSINESS IMPROVEMENT AREA FISCAL YEAR 2007/2008 INTRODUCTION: The Park Street Business Association (PSBR) is recommending a BIA budget of $1 00,000 for the Park Street Business District for fiscal year 2007/2008. This recommendation is based on the estimate of the income derived from the BIA assessment in fiscal 06/07 as well as a carryover from the 06/07 budget. The formulas, budgets, and proposed activities are the result of monthly Board of Director and committee meetings between December, 2006, and April, 2007. BUDGET: The BIA is one of four sources of funding for the activities proposed in this report. The other three sources are funds raised by the Park Street Business Association, reimbursement from the Landscape and Lighting Budget, and a proposed grant we will be seeking from the Development Services Department. PSBA will continue its current activities, as well as implement new ones, that are in line with the California Main Street Four-Point plan for revitalizing Main Street Cities. BOUNDARIES: We are not proposing any changes this year. ACTIVITIES : Attached is a summary of the proposed activities for the fiscal year 2007/2008. These activities are designed to improve the pedestrian friendly look of the Park Street District, improve the vitality of the District in order to increase sales and sales tax revenues, promote members' businesses, attract new businesses to the District and increase the overall business atmosphere in the Park Street District. Several projects are continuations from the 2006/2007 fiscal year. PARK STREET BUSINESS ASSOCIATION 2007/08 Membership Committee Work PIan Outline 1. Conduct Meetings a. Mixers b. Special Election Meeting (October) c. Informational Meetings at half of the meetings d. Holiday Party 2. Awards a. Continue current awards program (recognizing PSBA members and city staff) 3. Welcome New Members a. Update New Member Packet b. Recruit ambassadors to greet new members c. Greet new members to the District with packets as they move into their business 4. Newsletter a. Continue mailing newsletter every month b. Update mailing list 2007/08 Design Committee Work Plan Outline 1. Design Guidelines a. Determine acceptable and not acceptable design criteria b. Write Guidelines c. Submit to PSBA Board for Approval d. Work with City Staff to have new ordinances presented to City Council 2. Streetscape Phase II a. Work with City staff to plan Phase II b. Implement Phase II in the summer of 2007 3. Sign ordinance a. Work with City Staff to ensure enforcement 4. News Rack Ordinance a. Work with City Staff to ensure enforcement 5. Promote Facade Grant Program a. Newsletter articles b. Outreach by Committee PARK STREET BUSINESS ASSOCIATION 2007/08 Econ -Revi Committee Work Plan Outline 1. Assist with Business Recruitment a. Identify empty storefronts b. Work with City Staff and contract staff to promote the District as a positive business destination 2. ordinances a. Vacant Buildings — begin discussions with City Staff to beef up ordinance b. Parking overlay to exempt developers in the District from in lieu parking fees. 3. Maintenance Continue current level of service — 7 days a week 2007/08 Promotions Committee Work Plan Outline 1. Continue Special Events a. Spring Festival (mother's day weekend) b. Art & Wine Faire (last weekend of July) c. Classic Car Show (2 "d Saturday in October) 2. Promotions a. Shopping Guide produced once a year b. Continue to upgrade and update our Web Site 3. Print Advertising a. Continue Best of Alameda PSBA pages b. Continue Holiday campaign c. Continue Alameda/Oakland Magazines campaign d. Continue Book of Savings Campaign begun in January of 2007 4. Cable Advertising a. Continue ads for special events b. Continue ads for Holiday Program 5. Holiday Promotions a. Cable ads two weeks prior to Christmas b. Free parking all weekends after Thanksgiving c. Continue print ads in Chronicle, Journal, Sun, Alameda and Oakland Magazines METHOD AND BASIS OF LEVYING ASSESSMENT Budget: See Exhibit A CONCLUSION PSBA would like to thank the Alameda City Council, City Attorney, Community Development, Public Works and Finance Departments for their assistance in implementing the BIA. The increased participation from the business community and the continued quality of projects has shown the BIA is a valuable tool in our continuing efforts to revitalize the Park Street Historic Business District. Exhibit A Park Street Business Association 2007/2008 BIA Budget Submission INCOME: BIA Projection Accumulated Carryover $84,000 $12,000 Total Income: $96,000 EXPENSES: Personnel Services Staff Benefits $28,000 Staff Salary $6,500 Worker's Comp $12,400 Payroll Taxes $15,300 Sub Total $62,200 Membership Services Meetings /Training $2,500 Printing $500 Holiday Decorations $1,400 Postage $2,500 Sub Total $7,200 Indirect /overhead Accounting /Audit $8 000 Rent $12,000 Utilities $1,600 Insurance $5,000 Sub Total $26,600 Total Expenses $96,000 WEST ALAMEDA BUSINESS ASSOCIATION PO Box 215, Alameda, CA 94501 (510) 523 -5955 west_alameda @yahoo.com www.WestAlamedaBusiness.com PROPOSED ASSESSMENT FOR THE WEST ALAMEDA BUSINESS IMPROVEMENT AREA FISCAL YEAR JULY 1, 2007 - JUNE 30, 2008 INTRODUCTION The West Alameda Business Association (WABA) is recommending the following assessment for the Webster Street Business District for fiscal year (FY) 2007 -2008. The formulas, budgets and proposed activities are the result of various Board and Committee meetings. The Business Improvement Area (BIA) Budget was presented for adoption at the Board of Directors meeting April 18, 2007. PROPOSED CHANGES WABA is not recommending any changes to the Business Improvement Area. ACTIVITIES The following is a summary of proposed activities for the fiscal year 2007 -2008. These activities have been discussed at various Board and committee meetings. WABA's mission is to use these activities to increase the vitality of Webster Street and West Alameda and preserve Webster Street's historic character. We seek to generate more foot traffic, increase sales and sales tax, promote members' businesses and increase the public goodwill and atmosphere in West Alameda. The BIA is the source of funding for these activities. WABA will continue its current activities and implement others that follow the Main Street Four -Point Approach established by the National Trust for Historic Preservation. It is estimated that there will be no carry forward from the 2006 -2007 budget. The estimated BIA revenue for 2007 -2008 is $32,000. The following are activities proposed for 2007 -2008. Several projects are continuations from previous fiscal years. City Council Attachment B to Report Re: Agenda Item #4-0 05-15-07 ECONOMIC RESTRUCTURING • Facilitate development of high - potential properties • Work with the City to attract appropriate businesses • Monitor the impact of new and re -use housing projects • Determine the potential for eco- tourism as a West Alameda business opportunity • Investigate sources of entertainment as a business opportunity for West Alameda • Work with the City and others to implement the Strategic Economic Development Plan, including parking plan, catalyst project and business attraction strategies • Continue business retention activities DESIGN • Identify projects for facade improvements • Develop beautification program • Continue helping members with the Storefront Assistance Program • Build broad -based community support for ongoing projects • Work with City to implement recent changes to sign ordinance • Finish implementing the newsrack district • Fulfill public art requirements • Work with the City in accomplishing Phase II of the Webster Renaissance Project SPECIAL EVENTS • Participate in July 4th events • Produce advertising for the Association and businesses • Produce year -round Farmers' Market • Produce Thursday night Farmers' Market during summer months • Produce Concerts at the Cove • Produce Webster Street Wine and Dine Nights • Produce annual Halloween event • Produce 5th annual Peanut Butter Jam • Produce holiday bazaar and visit from Santa PUBLIC RELATIONS • Generate increased favorable publicity about West Alameda • Maintain contacts with key media representatives • Update and distribute marketing literature promoting West Alameda businesses 2 • Continue implementing strategic marketing plan, including branding strategy, website, weekly columns and calendar of events, cooperative advertising program and business attraction strategy ORGANIZATION • Manage the administrative activities of the organization • Expand community and business participation with WABA • Develop and implement a fundraising plan, including Community Benefit District • Organize and host business and community events for members • Conduct annual self - evaluation of Board members and staff • Produce and distribute WABA newsletter • Recruit members from outside the BIA and among residents • Distribute information door -to -door • Involve important neighbors e. g. College of Alameda, Marina Village, Alameda Point in WABA's activities • Implement enhanced volunteer program, including recruitment, volunteer appreciation activities and training • Continue implementing enhanced maintenance program, including clean -up events, keeping up appearances awards and collaboration with City maintenance staff to resolve issues such as illegal dumping , littering and public health hazards METHOD & BASIS OF LEVYING ASSESSMENT Budget, see Exhibit A Assessment, see Attachment C CONCLUSION WABA would like to thank the Alameda City Council, City Attorney, Development Services, Public Works, Planning and Finance Departments for their assistance in implementing the BIA. Please visit the WABA website, www.westalamedabusiness.com, to see the many ways WABA promotes the West End. The BIA is a valuable tool in our continuing efforts to revitalize West Alameda's historic business district. 3 Exhibit A West Alameda Business Association BIA Budget 07 -08 INCOME ' BIA Projection 32,000 Accumulated Carryover 0 Total Income 32,000 EXPENSES PERSONNEL SERVICES 0 MEMBERSHIP SERVICES Supplies 1,500 Printing 4,000 Postage 1,000_ Newsletter /website /marketing 9,000 Committees 1,000 Subtotal ~ 16,500 INDIRECT /OVERHEAD Accounting /Audit 3,000 Utilities 5,000 Insurance 7,000 Contingency 500 Subtotal 15,500 GRAND TOTAL 32,000 ALAMEDA BUSINESS IMPROVEMENT AREA - NON- RETAIL FISCAL YEAR 2007-08 Professionals and independent contractors who primarily go out into the public to sell to clients and/or do not operate retail stores. Accountant Advertising Ambulance AREA A = $ 123.00 Answering service Architect AREA B = $ 80.00 Attorney Building maintenance Business services Construction Consultants Contractors Counselor Credit Unions with restricted membership Decorator PRO - RATED FEES Electrician Employment A B Engineer Gardener $123.00 $ 80.00 Graphic arts Handyman JULY 123.00 80.00 Health/Medical professions Importers AUG 112.00 74.00 Insurance Landscape SEPT 102.00 67.00 Mail order Manufacturer OCT 92.00 60.00 Manufacturer's /sales reps Mortuary NOV 82.00 54.00 Newspaper publishing Nursing facility DEC 72.00 47.00 Painters Pest control JAN 61.00 40.00 Plumber Property management FEB 51.00 34.00 Real estate School /Instruction MAR 41.00 27.00 Security Stockbrokers APR 31.00 25.00 Tax consultants Travel MAY 25.00 25.00 Veterinary Wholesalers JUNE 25.00 25.00 Misc. professional /office City Council Attachment C to Report Re: B1A07- 08.doc 1 Agenda Item #4 -0 05 -15 -07 ALAMEDA BUSINESS IMPROVEMENT AREA - RETAIL SERVICE FISCAL YEAR 2007 -08 Businesses that operate a store where people go to purchase a service. Alarm and fire extinguisher service Appliance service Athletic /Health Club Auto glass Auto upholstery Auto wash/parking Auto repair Barber Beauty Cleaners Electronics service Furniture repair Hotel /motel Keys/Locksmith Laundromat/laundry Marine service Pet services Photography studio Printing Shoe service Storage Tailor Tattoo Upholstery BIAO7 -08. doc 2 JULY AUG SEPT OCT NOV DEC JAN FEB MAR APR MAY JUNE AREA A = .40/1,000 GR MINIMUM = $ 123.00 MAXIMUM = $1,625.00 AREA B = .20/1,000 GR MINIMUM = $ 80.00 MAXIMUM = $798.00 PRO -RATED MINIMUM FEES A B $123.00 $80.00 123.00 80.00 112.00 74.00 102.00 67.00 92.00 60.00 82.00 54.00 72.00 47.00 61.00 40.00 51.00 34.00 41.00 27.00 31.00 25.00 25.00 25.00 25.00 25.00 ALAMEDA BUSINESS IMPROVEMENT AREA - RETAIL GOODS FISCAL YEAR 2007 -08 Businesses that operate a store where people go to purchase a product. Alcoholic Amusement Antiques Appliances sales Art Auto dealer Auto stereo Auto supply Bakery Bar Bicycles Books Clothing Coin Computer sales Drug /variety Electronics sales Fishing Floor coverings Florist Food Furnishings Furniture Gasoline stations Gift Hardware Hobby Jewelry Magazines /newspaper sales Marine sales Market Medical supplies Music Nursery Office supplies /equipment Optical supplies Pet supply Product rentals Restaurant Shoe sales Sporting goods Thrift/used merchandise Theater /club BIA07 --08. dac 3 AREA A = .40/1,000 GR MINIMUM =$ 244.00 MAXIMUM = $1,625.00 AREA B = .20/1,000 GR MINIMUM = $ 123.00 MAXIMUM = $ 816.00 PRO -RATED MINIMUM FEES A B $244.00 $123.00 , JULY 244.00 AUG 224.00 SEPT 204.00 OCT 183.00 NOV 163.00 DEC 143.00 JAN 122.00 FEB 1 02.00 MAR 81.00 APR 61.00 MAY 41.00 JUNE 25.00 12 3.00 112.00 102.00 92.00 92.00 72.00 61.00 51.00 41.00 31.00 25.00 25.00 Video Other retail goods ALAMEDA BUSINESS IMPROVEMENT AREA FINANCIAL INSTITUTIONSIUTILITIES FISCAL YEAR 2007 -08 Banks Savings and Loans Credit Unions operating to the general public Utilities BIA07 -08. doc 4 AREAA &B= $816.00 CITY OF ALAMEDA RESOLUTION NO. INTENTION TO LEVY AN ANNUAL ASSESSMENT ON THE ALAMEDA BUSINESS IMPROVEMENT AREA OF THE CITY OF ALAMEDA FOR FY 2007 -08 AND SET A PUBLIC HEARING FOR JUNE 5, 2007 WHEREAS, Section 6 -7 of Article 11 of Chapter Vi of the Alameda Municipal Code p establishes the Alameda Business Improvement Area of the City of Alameda (hereinafter "Area " ); and Y WHEREAS, the Area comprises all of the Park Street Business Area, included by reference on the map and list of inclusive addresses included in this Resolution as Exhibit A and C, respectively; and all of the Webster Street Business Area included by reference on the map and list of inclusive addresses included in this Resolution as Exhibit B and C, respectively; and WHEREAS, the improvements and activities authorized by the Ordinance include the general promotion of business activities in the Area, the promotion of the public events . p which are to take place on or in public places in the Area, the decoration of any ublic place in the Area, the furnishing of music in any public place in the Area, and the acquisition, construction or maintenance of parking facilities for the benefit of the Area; and WHEREAS, agreements between the City of Alameda (hereinafter "City") and the Park Street Business Association (hereinafter "PSBA") and the West Alameda Business Association (hereinafter "WABA") designated PSBA and WABA to administer Business Improvement Area (hereinafter "BIA") funds for their respective geographic zones of the BIA; and WHEREAS, PSBA and WABA have filed reports with the City Clerk describing the surplus or deficit revenues to be carried over from FY 2006 -07 and describing the improvements 0 mprovements and activities, estimated costs and methods and basis for levyin g the assessment for FY 2007 -08. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Alameda that PSBA and WABA are hereby designated as the BIA Advisory Body for 2007 -08; and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the City Council hereby sets a public hearing to consider the annual assessment for the Area and to consider any modification of benefit areas or change in boundary for June 5, 2007, at which time written or oral protests may be made; and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the City Clerk is hereby directed to advertise said public hearing by causing this Resolution of Intention to be published once in a er news a p p of general circulation in the City not less than seven days before the public hearing. g Resolution #4 -0 CC 05 -15 -07 EXHIBIT A: Park Street geographic zone 47777777.... • 1: 1 .1 1 • • I I:: ttgq!! eleti -41 a. it, 6.14t.,44 - raja--zea iivoimanguot rammmiumumint ntnimmutrmna 1 PARK STREET COMMERCIAL AREA A: Benefit Area A B: Benefit Area B r �+. �r w w■ •r .rr fir.. � � -,F, EXHIBIT B; Webs %r Street geographic zone , ✓ 4(14;141P G 4 T. • 111110 rir �J �+.�flllll�[iIA • Ii1l1Ilrrr "mod I1I��r7ir� Al M +PD ■ iiH I 1 i Ii�il • OW l • /1111/ii it lin '- ... 1;:f1 . ,ham .-, - - _- - _. - ' . . 4.:Z -- . . . 7 7: ..1. i ■ ID: • -1 t ., fIrri, .0 rr..4.--.;•• I: - 7 1.-1. j. ;11r-%gL .-'! :it- .. f�J FrIIIAII ?rr,� i...� .: :y'• A ~tVr p ■ WEBSTER STREET COMhhERCIAL A:. Benefit Area A B: Benefit Area B EXHIBIT C LIST OF ADDRESSES WITHIN BIA BOUNDARIES Combined List of Benefit Area "A" and "B" Zones: Geographic Area: Alameda Ave. 2300 -2399 oddleven Park St. Broadway 1400 -1590 odd only Park St. Buena Vista Ave. 616 -750 oddleven Webster St. Central Ave. 630 -760 odd/even Webster St. 2300 -2499 odd/even Park St. 2501, 2521 Park St. Eagle Ave. 633 -707 oddleven Webster St. Encinal Ave. 2300 -2499 oddleven Park St. Everett St. 1400 -1519 oddleven Park St. Haight St. 629 -728 oddleven Webster St. Lincoln Ave. 627 -726 oddleven Webster St. 2267 -2499 odd/even Park St. Oak St. 1300 -1599 even only Park St. Pacific Ave. 626-730 oddleven Webster St. Park Ave. 1300-1399 odd only Park St. 1400 -1499 oddleven Park St. Park St. 1125, 1198, 1200 -1999 Park St. oddleven San Antonio Ave. 2312 -2399 odd/even Park St. Santa Clara Ave. 700 -720 oddleven Webster St. 2300 -2599 oddleven Park St. Taylor Ave. 634 -725 odd/even Webster St. Times Wy. 2300 -2399 oddleven Park St. Webb Ave. 2400 -2499 oddleven Park St. Page 1 of 2 H:\ CHER YL\RESO\RESDLUTION50710515471E HfB C LIST OF ADDRESSES.DOC F: Parking and Business Improvement Area /Assessment/2004 -05 Webster St. 1345 -1 999 oddleven Webster St. Memo: Benefit Area "B" Zone Only Broadway 1400 --1509 odd only Park St. Everett St. 1400 -1519 oddJeven Park St. Park St. 1125, 1198, 1200 -1251 Park St. odd/even, 1600 -1 999 Santa Clara Ave. 2500 -2599 odd/even Park St. Lincoln Ave. 2267 -2499 oddleven Park St. Central Ave. 2431, 2433, 2440, 2501, 2521 Park St. Page 2 of 2 1-1:I CHERYL\ RESOIRESOLUTIONS0710515071EXHIB C LIST OF ADDRESSES.DOC F: Parking and Business Improvement Area /Assessment/2004 -05 1, the undersigned, hereby certify that the foregoing Resolution was duly and regularly adopted and passed by the Council of the City of Alameda in a regular meeting assembled on the day of , 2007, by the following vote to wit: AYES NOES: ABSENT: ABSTENTIONS: IN WITNESS, WHEREOF, 1 have hereunto set my hand and affixed the seal of said City this ,day of , 2007. Lara Weisiger, City Clerk City of Alameda CITY OF ALAMEDA Memorandum To: Honorable Mayor and Members of the City Council From: Debra Kurita City Manager Date: May 16, 2007 Re: Consider a Call for Review and Appeal of the Planning Board's Appointment of an Ad Hoc Committee to Work with the Planning and Building Director on a Housing Element/Measure A Workshop. BACKGROUND City Charter Article XXVI, commonly referred to as Measure A, was incorporated into the Charter on March 13, 1973, and amended in 1991. This provision specifically prohibits constructing multiple dwelling units, defined in the Alameda Municipal Code as three or more attached dwelling units, and restricts housing density to one housing unit per 2,000 square feet of land. During the course of the past year, as the Planning Board considered site plans, architectural designs and other entitlements for several mixed -use and residential developments, questions arose about how the projects might be developed differently in the absence of Measure A restrictions. At several meetings Planning Board members raised the idea of a public workshop to discuss Measure A in light of its land use implications in today's environment. In addition, representatives of Housing Opportunities Make Economic Sense (HOMES), the League of Women Voters, and community members urged the Planning Board to hold a public forum regarding Measure A. Subsequently, a number of Planning Board members requested that staff schedule a Planning Board workshop or other public forum to discuss Measure A. After the City received a planning study grant from the Metropolitan Transportation Commission to perform an analysis of a Station Area Plan to create a multi- transit station at Alameda Point, the Planning and Building Director recommended at the January 8, 2007, meeting that the Planning Board use that forum for the discussion of the effects of Measure A on development. The staff memorandum from the January 8 meeting is included as Attachment 1. Additionally, in response to continued requests by the Planning Board for an expansion of the discussion of the impact of Measure A, the Planning and Building Director recommended on March 26, 2007, that an ad hoc committee be appointed to assist staff in developing a workshop in conjunction with the State - mandated Housing Element update. At the Planning Board meeting when the appointment was considered, there was significant community interest in the issue with 16 people speaking against the Housing Element/Measure A workshop and three speaking in favor. The City Council Agenda Item #5 -A 05-15-07 Honorable Mayor and Members of the City Council May 15, 2007 Page 2 of 5 Planning Board voted 6 -1 to appoint three Board Members to the ad hoc committee. The staff report from the March 26 meeting is included as Attachment 2, and the minutes of the meeting are included as Attachment 3. Subsequent to that meeting the action was called for City Council review by Councilmember deHaan and appealed by a group of residents. The petition of the appeal, dated April 4, 2007, is included as Attachment 4. DISCUSSION The provisions and requirements of both the Station Area planning grant and the Housing Element update include an analysis of Measure A constraints on housing development. The following provides a detailed review of these provisions: Station Area Plan • In 2003, the City completed an Environmental Impact Report (EIR) for a General Plan Amendment to incorporate the Community Reuse Plan policies for Alameda Point into the City of Alameda General Plan. The City was sued by Chinatown and the City of Oakland over concerns about traffic impacts identified in the EIR. Chinatown asserted that the Measure A restrictions on housing development and the proposed single - family housing would contribute to traffic that would adversely impact Chinatown. • As part of the settlement agreement,. the City agreed that the Alameda Point Project El P would include a detailed discussion of "a transit oriented Project Alternative ", which maintains the same number of units included in the project but proposes "a higher density, more clustered, transit- oriented site plan than the proposed project ". The Settlement Agreement goes on to say that: "The fact that the Alternative would require an amendment to the City of Alameda's Charter, zoning ordinance, or general plan shall not be deemed grounds for screening out the Alternative for detailed discussion or analysis, but Charter inconsistency may be grounds for determining an Alternative is infeasible ". • In 2004, the City began developing a Preliminary Development Concept (PDC) for Alameda Point and through that process, the community asked that the PDC include an evaluation of the effects of Measure A on the land use plan for Alameda Point. In response to community requests, the third, fourth, and fifth workshop of the six workshop series included extensive discussion of the effects of Measure A on the land use plan. • In 2006, the City was awarded a $221,000 grant from the Metropolitan Transportation Commission (MTC) to continue the planning efforts for Alameda Point by developing a Honorable Mayor and Members of the City Council May 15, 2007 Page 3 of 5 Station Area Plan. The grant requires that the City use the funds to develop alternatives to the PDC that are "designed to facilitate a public discussion of potential benefits of different mixes of land use within 1/2 mile of the transit center, different residential densities and types of housing within the development ". It will also serve as the transit - oriented alternative that will be the subject of the El R alternatives analysis, required by the Chinatown Settlement Agreement. • The Station Area Plan is intended to relocate the Main Street ferry terminal and create a multi - transit station at Alameda Point as recommended in the PDC. A primary element in this planning process is comparison of two conceptual land use and development alternatives. One of the alternatives will maintain the overall intensity and development program set forth in the PDC that is consistent with Measure A. The other alternative will explore scenarios not constrained by Measure A that might provide higher density and potentially greater support for transit. These alternatives will be used to facilitate a public forum consisting of three community workshops that examine the potential benefits of different mixes of land uses, residential densities, employment types and locations; modifications to vehicular circulation; enhancements to the transit, bicycle, and pedestrian systems; and strategies for accommodating parking with increased development intensities. Comparing the alternatives in a workshop format ensures that the community and members of the City's various Boards and Commissions could attend and participate as Alamedans. Housing Element Update • The State is requiring that all cities and counties in California adopt a new update to their Housing Elements by June 30, 2009, for the period 2007 -2014. The update will consist of any necessary amendments to the 2003 Housing Element, including an updated Housing Land Availability Table. As required by the State, the community will be engaged in a robust public participation process to evaluate the accomplishments of the previous Housing Element; identify current needs; assist in the development of community goals, policies, and actions; and analyze resources and constraints to housing. • The production and availability of housing is constrained in virtually every community in California both by government regulations and by non - governmental factors, such as the costs of construction and interest rates on home mortgages. Since governmental actions also can constrain the development and affordability of housing, State law requires that the Housing Element provide, "an analysis of potential and actual governmental constraints upon the maintenance, improvement, or development of housing for all income levels, including land use controls, building codes and their enforcement, site improvements, fees and other exactions required of developers, and local processing and permit procedures. The analysis shall also demonstrate local Honorable Mayor and Members of the City Council May 15, 2007 Page 4 of 5 efforts to remove governmental constraints that hinder the locality from meeting its share of the regional housing needs..." [Government Code Section 65583(a)(4)] • While local governments have little influence on such market factors as interest rates, their policies and regulations can affect both the amount of residential development that takes place and the affordability of housing. City Charter Article XXVI (Measure A) is described and analyzed in the City's 2001-2006 Housing Element on Pages V1-17 through VI -21. In updating the Housing Element, the City must re- examine its constraints, including Measure A. In summary, two planning projects in progress require review and discussion of the effects of Measure A on housing development in Alameda. The Station Area Plan grant requires an analysis of a land use and development alternative not constrained by Measure A. The State mandates the Housing Element analyze the impact of Measure A on housing. ANALYSIS OF APPEAL The basis of the appeal is that the Planning Board overstepped its authority by establishing an ad hoc committee to discuss "eliminating Measure A in the entire city." However, this was not the intended purpose of the sub - committee. The appellants acknowledge that the forum for which the committee was established was to update the Housing Element, but they question the necessity and scope of that review. Since the Housing Element update must be adopted by June 2009, and the State has mandated an analysis of the constraints to housing, the necessity and scope of the review are defined by State law. Consequently, as the action of the Planning Board was to form an ad hoc subcommittee to work with staff in developing a workshop to review the constraints on the development of housing and not to discuss "eliminating Measure A," the basis for the appeal does not have merit. However, in order to avoid the inference that any workshop or forum held on the topic is directed at the elimination of Measure A as alleged by the appellants, it is important to clarify and define the context of the discussion. Therefore, the following two options are provided for Council consideration: Option 1: Deny the appeal and uphold the Planning Board's appointment of an ad hoc committee to work with the Planning and Building Director on developing a Housing Element/Measure A workshop as proposed, providing clear direction that the workshop be structured so that the Measure A agenda item is in the context of the Housing Element update. Option 2: Uphold the appeal, set aside the appointment of the ad hoc committee, and provide direction to staff that the required Housing Element analysis of governmental Honorable Mayor and Members of the City Council May 15, 2007 Page 5 of 5 constraints be prepared and presented to the Planning Board as part of the legally mandated approval process. BUDGET CONSIDERATION /FINANCIAL IMPACT The Station Area Plan is funded by a $221,000 grant from the Metropolitan Transportation Commission, a $25,415 matching grant from the Alameda County Transportation Improvement Authority, and $3,585 in City funds. Consultant services to assist staff on the Housing Element Update will be paid from Community Planning Fees. RECOMMENDATION Deny the appeal and uphold the Planning Board's appointment of an ad hoc committee to work with the Planning and Building Director on developing a Housing Element/Measure A workshop as proposed, providing clear direction that the workshop be structured so that the Measure A agenda item is in the context of the Housing Element update. Respectfully submitted, Cathy : odbury Planni g and Building ■ ector cW Attachments: 1. January 8, 2007 Memorandum 2. March 26, 2007 Planning Board Staff Report 3. March 26, 2007 Planning Board Minutes 4. Petition for Appeal CITY OF ALAMEDA Memorandum To: President Lynch and Members of the Planning Board From: Cathy Woodbury Planning & Building Director Date: January 8, 2007 Re: City Charter 26, Measure A Public Forum 11 -A Over the course of the last year the Planning Board considered site plans, architectural designs and other entitlements for several mixed -use and residential developments, which prompted questions about how these projects might be developed differently in the absence of Measure A restrictions. The Board expressed a strong desire for a public forum regarding the land use implications of Measure A in today's environment and discussed several formats for the forum including holding a special Planning Board meeting, asking a community organization to sponsor a forum and other options. President Lynch recommended, and the Board agreed, that he and the Planning and Building Director would propose a means for the Measure A forum and that it would be scheduled after the first of the year. The recently initiated planning effort to develop a Station Area Plan for Alameda Point provides a unique opportunity for a community discussion about Measure A and is recommended as the public forum requested by the Planning Board. The Station Area Plan, funded by a grant from the Metropolitan Transportation Commission (MTC), is intended to relocate the Main Street ferry terminal and create a multi- transit station at Alameda Point as recommended in the Alameda Point Preliminary Development Concept and Transportation Plan (PDC). A primary element in this planning process is comparison of two conceptual land use and development alternatives. One of the alternatives will maintain the overall intensity and development program set forth in the PDC that is consistent with Measure A. The other alternative will explore scenarios not constrained by Measure A that might provide higher density and potentially greater support for transit. These alternatives will be used to facilitate a public forum consisting of three community workshops that examine the potential benefits of different mixes of land uses, residential densities, employment types and locations, modifications to vehicular circulation, enhancements to the transit, bicycle and pedestrian systems, and strategies for accommodating parking with increased development intensities. Comparing the City Council Attachment 1 to Agenda item #5 -A 05-15-07 alternatives in a workshop format would ensure that the community and members of the City's various Boards and Commissions could attend and participate as Alamedans. The first workshop is anticipated in late February and the goal for completion of this phase of the project is early June 2007. More detailed information about the Station Area Plan process, current status and milestone dates is provided in the attached memorandum. Attachment: Memorandum from Douglas Vu, Planner 111 CITY OF ALAMEDA Memorandum To: From: Date: Re: Cathy Woodbury Planning & Building Director Douglas Vu Planner RI January 2, 2007 Status of Station Area Plan at Alameda Point BACKGROUND In early 2004, the Alameda Reuse and Redevelopment Agency (ARRA) initiated a planning effort to engage the Alameda community in developing a detailed development program and transportation plan for Alameda Point. The ARRA Board accepted the resulting Alameda Point Preliminary Development Concept (PDC) and Transportation Plan in February 2006 that recommends relocating the Main Street ferry terminal to a new Seaplane Lagoon Town Center at the terminus of Atlantic Street, a new transit station, and neighborhood retail and community services, restaurants, museums, and waterfront open spaces. During the development of the PDC, ARRA was awarded a Station Area Planning Grant from the Metropolitan Transportation Commission (MTC) in July 2005 in the amount of $221,000 for further planning activities to support transit oriented development at Alameda Point. Specifically, the MTC Grant will fund the preparation, review, and adoption of transit oriented zoning requirements, development criteria, and public improvement standards to implement the PDC and direct the design, review, entitlement, and implementation of the full range of mixed uses envisioned. The funding also includes an exploration of residential densities that will support transit. In May 2006, the City issued a Request fro Proposals (RFP) for a land use planning and community engagement consultant team to assist in the fulfillment of the MTC Grant Agreement's scope of work. In June 2006, a multi-disciplinary selection panel of staff from the City, Water Transit Authority, AC Transit and Alameda Point Community Partners interviewed two consultant teams. The selection panel unanimously agreed that the team led by WRT/Solomon was the most qualified and best prepared team to provide the necessary services. In October 2006 ARRA authorized the execution of the consultant agreement with WRT /Solomon. DISCUSSION The consultant team's approved scope of work is divided into three phases that will result in a Plan that will identify station area access and circulation plans, transit ridership estimates, minimum Page 2 building heights and residential densities, maximum and required shared parking standards, required transit and bicycle facilities, minimum Alameda Point homeowner and business association dues to support transit operations, and other key criteria to ensure the development is transit supportive, pedestrian friendly, and results in a truly unique place envisioned in the General Plan. Phase one includes interviewing key stakeholders and assessing the market demand for transit - oriented residential and commercial development in Alameda Point. Staff and the consultant team are in the process of completing this phase by late January 2007. Phase two will include the development of two refined land use and development concept alternatives that will reflect input from the City, stakeholders, and marketing analysis. One of the alternatives will maintain the overall intensity and development program set forth in the PDC that is consistent with Measure A. The other alternative will explore higher density scenarios not constrained by Measure A that might provide greater support for transit. These alternatives will be designed to facilitate a key aspect of this phase, a public forum consisting of three community workshops that will examine the potential benefits of different mixes of land uses, residential densities, employment types and locations, modifications to vehicular circulation, enhancements to the transit, bicycle and pedestrian systems, and strategies for accommodating parking with increased development intensities. The goal is not only to educate the public about the different alternatives but to also involve them in the selection and adoption of the Final Station Area Plan. The goal for completion of phase two is early June 2007. Phase three will refine the fully build on the preferred development, land use and urban design concepts identified earlier into a draft Plan. A fourth and final community workshop will then be held to present the draft Plan and answer questions as well as receive community feedback. Finally, the consultant team will incorporate edits and revisions to the draft Plan based on direction from City staffbefore preparation of the Final Station Area Plan for adoption anticipated in late October 2007. G:IPLANNING\CURRCORRI7 - Doug Vu1SAP Status Report.doc CITY OF ALAMEDA Memorandum Date: To: From: Re: 9 -C March 26, 2007 President Lynch and Members of the Planning Board Cathy Woodbury Planning and Building Director Appointment of an Ad Hoc Committee to work with the Planning and Building Director on a Housing /Measure A Workshop. BACKGROUND Over the course. of the last year the Planning Board considered site plans, architectural designs and other entitlements for several mixed -use and residential developments, which prompted questions about how these projects might be developed differently in the absence of Measure A (City Charter 26) restrictions. As a result, the Board and community members expressed a strong desire for a public forum regarding the land use implications of Measure A in today's environment. DISCUSSION The recently initiated planning effort to develop a Station Area Plan for Alameda Point includes a public workshop on March 29, 2007 to discuss land use and transportation alternatives including site plans and designs for housing types that are both Measure A- compliant and those that are not in conformance with Measure A. This workshop will lay the foundation for a subsequent community forum to discuss the implications of Measure A on housing throughout Alameda. In light of Alameda's responsibility to update the Housing Element by June 2008, the forum will also provide an opportunity to evaluate the accomplishments of the previous element, identify current needs, resources and constraints, and to assist in the development of community goals, policies and actions. It would be beneficial to have 2 -3 Planning Board members assist staff in developing the workshop forum and framing the housing /Measure A discussion to ensure that it addresses the Board's and community's questions. RECOMMENDATION Appoint an Ad Hoc Committee of up to 3 Planning Board members to work with the Planning and Building Director on a Housing /Measure A Workshop. G:I PLANNING\ PB \Reports12007103- 26- o7\Housing- Measure A Workshop Ad Hoc Committee.doc Alameda Planning Staff Report Meeti. . March 12, 2007 City Council Attachment 2 to Agenda Item #5 -A 05 -15 -07 9 -C. Appointment of an Ad Hoc Committee to work with the Planning and Building Director on a Housing/Measure A Workshop (CV). Ms. Woodbury presented the staff report, and summarized the background of the development of this workshop. President Lynch noted that 15 speaker slips had been received for this item, and invited a motion to reduce the speakers' time to three minutes. Board member Cunningham moved to reduce the speakers' time to three minutes. Vice President Cook seconded the motion, which carried by unanimous voice vote — 7. The public hearing was opened. Ms. Ani Dimusheva inquired about the impulse behind the Committee idea, and noted that there had been a lot of discussion surrounding Alameda Point. She was not sure why the discussion around Measure A needed to be framed, and believed the discussion should be at the grassroots and community level. She inquired who the interested parties in this issue were, especially with respect to ABAG and other outside entities. She inquired whether the role of the committee would be in addition to facilitating public discussion. She inquired whether a ballot measure would be in the future. Ms. Diane Coler-Dark noted that the staff report stated that the Board and community members had expressed a strong desire for a forum on Measure A, and she had not perceived any strong desire to change Measure A. She inquired how many people had approached the Planning Board to change it, and recalled the various groups, such as ARRA, BRAG and the Community Reuse Plan, that had addressed Measure A. She believed the community goals and standards had been established. She inquired whether this was a method to get Measure A on the ballot again. Ms. Susan Battaglia was surprised to hear this committee would be forming to discuss Measure A, and supported leaving Measure A in place as it stands. She noted that multiunit buildings had replaced some grand homes, and added that a police position had been eliminated while the cost of getting Measure A on the ballot was $150,000. She noted that speed limits in Alameda were being violated constantly, and that parking was scarce in both commercial and residential neighborhoods. She did not believe that new residents would use public transit, and that the streets would become congested with more multifamily housing. Christopher Buckley believed this was an expansion of the scope of the much of the previous Measure A discussions, and supposed that it was part of the Housing Element discussion with respect to constraints. He noted that AAPS has not had time to review this proposal in detail, and to provide a formal response. He believed that AAPS would probably oppose a wholesale amendment of Measure A throughout Alameda. Planning Board Minutes March 26, 2007 City Council Attachment 3 to Agenda Item #5 -A 05- 15 -07 Ms. Helen Sause commended the Planning Board on initiating this committee, and was dismayed that previous speakers seemed to have assumed a foregone conclusion. She noted that the Homes organization was only interested in modifying Measure A for Alameda Point, and emphasized that they did not intend to destroy Measure A throughout the City. Mr. Scott Brady believed the framework for this discussion had been laid in staff s development of an Alameda Point Measure A compliant and non- Measure A compliant plan. He did not believe that staff should create contingencies not in accordance with the City Charter. He believed that discussion of Measure A, which was a citizen- driven amendment, should be citizen - driven, not staff - driven. He noted that it was not only about housing and saving old homes -- it was also about limiting density, abating increasing traffic congestion and controlling development that was designed by developers contrary to public input. Mr. Jim Sweeney expressed concern about the possibility of mischief regarding Measure A, and believed it would skew the purpose of the Planning Board's role as a unit. He noted that the subcommittee would function as an advocate, not an adjudicator. He did not believe there was an imperative to further study Measure A, and believed it had been done. He believed the citizens had to be an important part of this discussion, and wanted to retain impartiality and clarity in this discussion. Mrs. Jean Sweeney provided a history of how ABAG obtained its housing numbers. She did not see a major plan to solve the traffic problem at Alameda Point, and was very concerned about the toxic materials in that area. She noted that the Navy would not address the PAHs or marsh crust on that site. She believed the traffic problem should be solved before any more houses were planned, and she did not believe that Measure A needed to be studied any further. Ms. Dorothy Freeman believed that reexamining Measure A was a citizen item, not a staff item. She cited a study that concluded that increased density provided only a short- term benefit. She believed that the long -term effects of increased density should be studied further before implementing higher density in Alameda. Ms. Barbara Kerr did not believe that a Measure A forum was necessary because it had already been voted on. She did not believe that it should be overturned in order to meet a bureaucratic deadline. She recalled the 1980 Housing Element had been badly written, and that it was subsequently rewritten by citizens on a committee that she chaired. She noted that was the last Housing Element that had been approved by the State. She noted that friends of the developers could get signatures for a ballot measure to overturn Measure A. She believed that until Alameda had more bridges and tubes, that Measure A should not be discussed further. Ms. Denise Brady concurred with Ms. Kerr's comments, and believed that if the citizens of Alameda wanted to overturn Measure A, they could bring it to the ballot box. She noted that when Mayor Johnson ran for reelection, she prominently displayed her support Planning Board Minutes Page 11 March 26, 2007 for Measure A. Ms. Brady believed that the Mayor's reelection was an indication of Alameda's support for Measure A. Ms. Selina Faulhaber noted that the current issue was not preserving older homes or building many units at Harbor Bay Isle. She believed the issue was to look at 2008 and beyond, and supported a frank discussion of Measure A. She supported the Planning Board's decision to look at this issue, and noted that the public's opinion would be sought. Mr. David Howard believed that if this committee were to be formed, it should be comprised of members of the public, held in open session in Council Chambers to be televised and videotaped. He did not believe this committee should operate behind closed doors to discuss such a controversial issue. Ms. Diane Lichtenstein noted that the purpose was not to discuss whether Measure A should exist or not, but that a subcommittee would be formed. She was surprised at some of the interpretations of the staff report, and believed the Planning Board had the right to determine who would be on the subcommittee. She was surprised at the fears expressed that the committee would be held behind closed doors, and that the public would not be allowed to attend. She noted that a public forum would be open to the public by its definition. She supported this subcommittee. Mr. David Kirwin was surprised at the doggedness of what he believed to be friends of developers pushing to repeal Measure A. He noted that one of the reasons Alameda was so special was because its density was protected. He was concerned about the framing of the issue and the direction of the workshop. He believed that all of the effects of density should be discussed outside of traffic; he believed that increased crime, social costs and use of City funds should be discussed as well. He noted that access, egress and parking at shopping centers and schools should be addressed as well, and believed the City should also have an exit strategy. He did not believe the City could support much more infrastructure. Mr. Lil Arnerich believed that Measure A made Alameda the livable community it is, and hoped that the Planning Board did not have a preconceived notion about it. He did not believe the dialogue was extraneous, and expressed concern that the Alameda Point -only focus of Measure A would remain as such. He believed that any change to Measure A would eventually spread to the rest of the City. He noted that he welcomed new people to Alameda, and has not heard anyone on the street expressing an interesting in overturning Measure A. He noted that the Planning Board's mission was to serve the people, and reiterated the Mayor's support of Measure A prior to the election. He did not want the Planning Board or staff to front for the developers' interests. He cited several outspoken opponents to Measure A that had since moved out of the City. He urged the Planning Board to vote against this item. Ms. Barbara Thomas noted that the developments that have been criticized by the residents were approved by Planning staff and previous Planning Boards. She noted that Planning Board Minutes Page 12 March 26, 2007 it was possible to have beautifully designed tract homes, and noted that residential homes generally do not pay for the services they demand. She believed that density did not generate mass transit, but did generate more congestion and air pollution. She inquired whether staff had requested the formation of this subcommittee, and inquired whether it was now staff, rather than City Council, that set policy for the City. She suggested that any Councilmember who supported it would be open to recall, and believed that support of this subcommittee may indicate that a new Planning Director may be in order. She believed that having another police officer on the force was more important than the cost of this study and subcommittee. She believed the people had spoken already, and suggested that she and Ms. Kerr be members of the committee instead. She believed this subcommittee would be a waste of the City's time and resources. She noted Ms. Sweeney's efforts to get more open space in the City. Ms. Mercedes Milana wished to remind the Planning Board that Alameda was an island with a limited number of entrance and exit points, and recalled the days when it took Navy workers half an hour to exit the Island. She was very concerned about parking issues, and recalled the previous discussion about people parking on their front yard. She noted that she had lodged complaints about illegal parking, and believed that if Measure A were overturned, the parking problems would be worse. She was concerned about the future desirability of Alameda if Measure A were to be overturned. Ms. Pat Bail noted that she was the past secretary and chairman of the Keep Measure A group. She believed the Planning Board's responsibility was to protect current citizens of Alameda, not future citizens. She noted that the citizens had spoken about their support of Measure A, and she was very concerned about some Board member opinions that considered overturning Measure A. She was concerned that the City would not be able to accommodate children in parks and sports field if many more families moved in to Alameda. The public hearing was closed for Board discussion. President Lynch called for a three - minute break. Board member Cunningham noted that based on public input, he supposed that the Measure A forum should be used to tighten Measure A up. He emphasized that he would come to those discussions with an open mind and without preconceived notions. He believed that with limited resources, Alamedans owe it to themselves to study how best to use them. He encouraged open discussion as much as possible, and believed the ideas and comments should be collected and synthesized as much as possible. He did not believe it was a good idea to remain stuck in the same rut to address the land use challenges. Vice President Cook would like to apologize to staff for pushing them to the point of putting this item on the agenda. She had felt frustrated within the last year to put this discussion on the agenda, and now understood why staff had been reluctant to do so. She believed that staff had taken great personal abuse over this issue, and did not believe it Planning Board Minutes Page 13 March 26, 2007 was right. She had heard people speak passionately on both sides of the Measure A issue, and believed that some people had misconceptions on what Measure A actually meant. She noted that Measure A could be changed without any greater density, and that more open space could be created; in addition historic resources could be preserved as well under Measure A. She believed it was possible to discuss it without it being an all -or- nothing issue. She noted that there was no attempt to hide this discussion and believed that a public discussion about the process going forward was important. She noted that she was a fan of Measure A, appreciated Victorian homes, and would like to see some of the big stucco buildings on her block disappear. She would like to continue to have this discussion and see where it progressed. Board member McNamara noted that she was disillusioned because she believed the intent of this forum was misconstrued during the public hearing. She believed the intent was to educate the community and citizens of Alameda about the history, consequences, legal aspects of Measure A and to put it in context with respect to the current issues. She noted that the Planning staff had not made a decision, and could not unilaterally change Measure A. She noted that it was not even stated that staff or the Planning Board wanted Measure A to change. She believed that having an informed background was essential to making an informed decision with respect to Measure A. Board member Kohlstrand echoed the previous comments, and noted that staff did not initiate this forum. She had advocated for a forum because she did not grow up in Alameda and did not understand all the history; she wished to help the community as a whole become well versed in its history and effect on the community going forward. She believed that such a forum was important because people had wanted to become better informed as housing and industrial uses evolved over time. She would like to see Alameda's main island character move to Alameda Point, and would like the general public to have the opportunity to learn about the measure and comment on it as Alameda continues to change. Board member Ezzy Ashcraft noted that she was able to attend the League of California Cities Planning Institute in San Diego the previous week, and that Ms. Woodbury had attended several programs together. She had attended an interesting workshop on how to configure commercial and residential density in nontraditional ways. She encouraged the public to attend the workshop at Mastick Center on March 29, which would include one of the speakers she heard in San Diego. She acknowledged that density was a hot - button word, and noted that there was more common ground than people may think. She noted that she grew up in an apartment on Pearl Street in Alameda. She noted that the building had a big backyard, and added that it would not be Measure A- compliant. She believed that many conclusions had been drawn from a very brief staff memo, and wished to assure the public that decisions would not be made in a back room by staff and an ad hoc committee. She noted that the purpose was to bring this public and important issue into a public arena. She noted that to have a public discussion, people may not feel intimidated and attacked; she did not believe that approaching the people involved with such vehemence and personal attacks were an appropriate approach. She urged people to have an open mind, and noted that no one had all the answers. She believed that if the public's perception of Measure A was clear Planning Board Minutes Page 14 March 26, 2007 and strong, there was no threat in undertaking the discussion. She added that looking at different facets of Measure A did not mean that Victorians would be tom down. She noted that areas such as Alameda Point, the Boatworks and Alameda Landing that were coming up for development. She believed that people should be able to discuss the issue freely, and she believed that a better - informed decision would result. She noted that it may be possible to develop more open space and parks, and added that the discussion was a way to do the best for the community. Board member Mariani noted that she had not pushed for any forums with respect to Measure A, nor had she advocated for it. She recalled asking City Council for guidance on this issue, and suggested that occur again. She believed the presentation by Woody Minor would be very informative. She noted that Ms. Woodbury placed this item on the agenda at the request of some Board members, and added that Alamedans were very protective of their community. She did not believe it was their intent to behave in a threatening or intimidating manner. She noted that there had been numerous discussions of Measure A in the past, and did not feel comfortable advocating for or against it. President Lynch asked that the individuals in the room speak with those who had since left, and noted that it was unfortunate that this issue seems to have been mischaracterized. He had yet to hear any Board member advocate for more density at any time, to which many speakers had referred; he wished to emphasize that was not the case. He noted that as part of the land use determination, this Board examined the design elements on Alameda Point. He noted that the desires of various groups in the community must be incorporated into these plans. He noted that the design questions addressed how various actions would be taken if the City so chose, and what they would look like, given Measure A. He noted that did not mean it must necessarily be done. He emphasized that there had been no advocacy on the Planning Board to repeal Measure A, and added that it may be strengthened. He noted that it was strictly an educational exercise. Board member Cunningham noted that the Planning Board was fairly impartial about this issue, and supported having several Board members, as well as members of the public on the Committee. Board member Ezzy Ashcraft suggested that the Mayor appoint several people to join the committee. Board member Mariani believed that the Planning Board should run this appointment by the City Council, and inquired who authorized it. President Lynch noted that this was not a policy issue, and that others had interpreted it as an educational presentation. Board member Mariani proposed that the Planning Board invite people to make presentations on Measure A. Planning Board Minutes Page 15 March 26, 2007 Vice President Cook wanted to know what the constraints on this the Board's discussion would be. Board member Cunningham noted that this would be an informative presentation because Measure A was currently in force. Board member Kohlstrand understood that this was an emotional and heated issue, and relied on staff for guidance with respect to procedure. She did not recall similar instances where the Planning Board was required to ask City Council for permission to act on an agendized item. Ms. Woodbury clarified that this was a policy issue, and City Council dealt with policy issues. She added that when staff analyzed projects, it was under the auspices of existing policy and that Measure A was in the charter; neither staff nor the Planning Board could change that. She noted that staff had a finite amount of resources in the form of time, staff and money. She advised that adding more to the work program would further stretch the resources, which was a significant issue. Board member Kohlstrand noted that it had been a challenge to have the joint meeting with City Council, and noted that would be helpful in this instance. Ms. Woodbury noted that the City Clerk was still looking at calendars to arrange a joint meeting. President Lynch inquired whether the ad hoc committee could recommend a workshop. Ms. Woodbury noted that would be possible. Board member Cunningham noted that the Planning Board had been approached by members of the public for some time, and believed that providing an open forum would be the best approach. He did not believe the City Council was the only entity to address Measure A, and recalled a Measure A forum at Kaufmann Auditorium approximately six years ago. Mr. Thomas suggested that a subcommittee of the Planning Board be established and ask it to return to the Board in one month at a public meeting in chambers. Logistics for the forum and proposals for the structure would be presented at that time. At that time, it could be decided whether to approach Council. Vice President Cook strongly believed that this discussion should talk place in a developer- free zone. She disagreed with the characterizations of the Planning Board as being a front for developers, and noted that she was quite stringent with developers. Board member Mariani inquired who had actually requested this subcommittee, and added that she had seen the same few people asking for noncompliant Measure A alternative. She emphasized that she had never heard that herself, and did not request it herself. Planning Board Minutes Page 16 March 26, 2007 Board member Ezzy Ashcraft noted that the League of Women Voters was a well- regarded group locally and statewide, and that they had come before the Planning Board on more than one occasion. President Lynch invited volunteers to identify themselves to serve on the subcommittee. Vice President Cook and Board members Kohlstrand and Ezzy Ashcraft volunteered. Board member Cunningham moved to nominate Vice President Cook and Board members Kohlstrand and Ezzy Ashcraft to serve on the subcommittee. Vice President Cook proposed an amendment that the subcommittee return to the Planning Board with a recommendation and further definition of the committee's scope after one month. Board member McNamara seconded the motion, which carried by the following voice vote — 6. No: Mari ani . Board member Mariani left the meeting prior to Item 9 -A. Planning Board Minutes Page 17 March 26, 2007 PLANNING/OM PETITION FOR APPEAL OR CALL FOR REVIEW This petition is hereby filed as an appeal or call for review of the decision of the PP (e 1.\ ) (PlanniriDirectiectoZonirig g Administrator °tanning BoardMistori al Advisory (-; which oard) for application, (Denied /Granted/Established Conditions) (Application type) at (Application Number) (Street Address) on 3 2 (?, (Spe fy Date The basis of the appeal or call for review is: a.7)( RECEI\TED F PERMIT CENTER IALAMEDA, CA 94501 (If more space is needed, continue on the reverse side or attach additional sheets. L� �- 0'r g CV 12( C1- � -p 6� '`� � � � �� pc la-ts E -- G� L ?iG2� r , Appelland:G!.�.L: rL.� `� � f�(&otJ,t' J � S 0,7 (Appellant Name(s), Planning Board Member or Council Member) Address: �� �� j qY ( ppellant Address)) AMC Section 30 -25, Appeals and Calls for Review, provides that within ten (10) days a decision of the Planning Director or Zoning Administrator may be appealed to the Planning Board, and decisions of the Planning Board or Historical Advisory Board may be appealed to the City Council. In addition to the appeal process, decisions of the Planning Director or Zoning Administrator may be called for review within ten (10) days to the Planning Board by the Planning Board or by the City Council and decisions of the Planning Board or the Historical Advisory Board may be called for review by the City Council or a member the City Council. (c A processing fee of $100.00 must accompany the Petition for Appeal. No fee is required for a Call for Review. * * ****-Orirkiric** ******* **** * *** ***** **** Ink irk *kir****** *****.* (For Office Use Only) Received By: Receipt No.: Date Received Stamp City Council Attachment 4 to Agenda Item #5 -A 05 -15 -07 Page 1 April 3, 2007 The Honorable Mayor Beverly Johnson Honorable Members of the Alameda City Council We are appealing to the City Council the Planning Board's action of March 26, 2007, Agenda Item 9 -C. This appeal is to reverse the decision of the Planning Board to set up an ad hoc committee to construct a forum to discuss the implications of Measure A on housing throughout Alameda. The Planning Board discussion on this item was about eliminating Measure A in the entire city. The Planning Board overstepped its authority. The City Charter gives this board the authority to investigate and recommend plans for future development. Advocating overturning the City Charter does not fall within the definition of their duties. The forum for which the Ad Hoc committee was appointed was billed as necessary to update the Housing Element. That is not true. No Alameda Housing Element has ever advocated overturning Measure A. It is not necessary. The last Housing Element that was state certified was written in the 1980's by a citizens committee because the staff version was so unacceptable to the then City Council. Yet the Planning Director's memo in the packet for the 3/26/07 meeting stated that the proposed forum was needed because of the update of the Housing Element due in 2008. The planning staff is repeating the egregious zealousness of the 1984's. The forum proposed at the Planning Board meeting on 3/26/07 has no chance of being a fair and balanced venue. That forum was described in the packet information for that Planning Board meeting as a public workshop to discuss the implications of Measure A throughout Alameda. Note that the gloves are off. Staff is not just gunning for Measure A at Alameda Point any more. Yet the willingness to mislead the public about the purpose of a future forum on Measure A was illustrated by the Planning Director's Packet on 3/26/07 in which she described the purpose of the first forum, held on 3/29/07, as a forum to discuss housing types that are both Measure A compliant and non Measure A compliant. No discussion of Measure A compliant housing was Page 2 discussed on Thursday, 3/29/07. The Ad Hoc committee was voted in at the meeting on 3/26/07 based on untruths in the packet. The proposed forums were described by a planning manager as mandated by the acceptance of an MTC grant by the City Council. Yet that grant was accepted by Council to study transportation. Staff has decided to use the money to study housing instead. So the ad hoc committee was formed at a meeting based on bad information and at the urging of the planning manager furnishing that information. Part of the discussion by Planning Board members on the formation of the ad hoc committee was based on the idea that Measure A is responsible for the design of Bayport. That is not true. We have many attractive housing developments that were designed under Measure A. The City is not allowed to pay for campaign material. The planned forums to discuss Measure A including the one on March 29, 2007, to discuss eliminating Measure A are campaign activities, not discussions. The City of Alameda has no business paying for campaign meetings. The taxpayers should not have to pay or support propaganda from the anti - Measure A force. The forum on March 29 was not a discussion which was how it had been described by the Planning Board majority and the Planning staff. Only one side of the issue was presented. An excuse for calling these forums "discussions" might be marginally justified by having a debate in which people from both sides of the issue were sitting at the head table and actually debating. The proposed propaganda meeting was well described by a public speaker at the Planning Board Meeting on March 26, 2007. He said that it was like a Fuller Brush man coming to the door. With a little persuasion he talks himself into the living room by saying he only wants to show a dust brush. Before he leaves, he has been in every room of the house selling every product his company manufactures. These forums are intended to vacuum Measure A out of Alameda. Page 3 The members of the ad hoc committee proclaimed at the Planning Board meeting that they needed the forums because they needed education on Measure A. Yet they volunteered to be on the ad hoc committee because of their expertise. Two members of the ad hoc committee have stated at a Planning Board meeting that they want to change Measure A throughout Alameda. Those statement are on tape. That eliminates any hope that the forums would be balanced. The Planning Board should spend its time solving problems for the people who are already here. There is a serious shortage of recreation spaces for Alameda's children now. If they haven't solved existing problems, they are not qualified to plan for future developments. There was no recognition at the Planning Board meeting that the main island has limited access. The "solution" seems to be to run all traffic from Alameda Point along the north side of the city to the Fruitvale BART station. The Planning Board majority advocated high density in the name of "affordable" housing, yet they appear willing to destroy one of the main existing supplies of moderate income housing in Alameda, the north side neighborhoods, in order to build high density at Alameda Point. An ad hoc committee that hasn't looked at a map should not be allowed to guide a Planning Director. The housing quotas which the Planning Board majority uses to justify high density are based on fictional numbers. The ABAG housing numbers were calculated for a jobs/housing balance. But they calculated the total jobs by keeping all of the Navy jobs and NADEP jobs on the books, even though these jobs had gone when the base was closed. They then added in future civilian. jobs that would become available at the base only if the Navy had left. They then added these two mutually- exclusive numbers to get a fictional job total to justify a large housing requirement. Yet the members of the ad hoc committee have never recognized this. They are not qualified to advise the Planning Director. Page 4 Thirty five .petroleum plumes on Navy property are not due to be cleaned up until 2015. There will still be marsh crust, and all of the polyaeromatic hydrocarbons that are scattered over the base. Alameda Point is a Super Fund site. Children will be playing not just in the houses, but all over the site. For every housing unit over the original plan, the Navy expects the purchaser of the property to pay a surcharge because the Navy expects us to provide jobs for the ones that were lost. Mayor Johnson had "Protect Measure A" on her lawn signs. The majority of her election gives a good idea of what people in Alameda think about Measure A. This fact negates the claim by the Planning Director in the 3/26/07 packet that their was support from community members. The only valid forum on Measure A is a vote of the people. That was the original forum. The thirty or so people who want to overturn Measure A can always go out and get the signatures to put it on the ballot. That they have not tells you that here is almost no support for overturning Measure A. The Planning Board majority is deliberately trying to override the wishes of the people of Alameda. That is not their job. The claim in the staff report is that the formation of an ad hoc committee was due to a significant community desire is simply not true. The ad -hoc committee meetings will be secret. Bad government. If the Planning Board wants to have discussions on Measure A, then they should do it in an open meeting where it is televised. Every resident of Alameda is aggrieved by bad government. Every one at the Planning Board meeting on March 26th knew that the plan was to pressure the City Council into putting the repeal of Measure A on the ballot in which case it would have a better chance to pass than if it were initiated by a few activists. SUMMARY: The formation of the ad hoc committee was not within the authority of the Planrnng Board, and it was based on the quicksand of untruths. Attachment: Planning Director's Packet for Item 9 -C Respectively Submitted, The Honorable fit . : ch, Former Vice Ma or Patricia -LJ 4/ Diane Coler -Dark, Former Economic Development Commissioner a'c=2 (',4 c. The Honorable Barbara Kerr arm = City Councilm ber, Former Chair of the Housing /-'. tA.— r Element Committee Jean Sweeney, Former Member of the North Waterfront Specific Plan Committee James Sweeney, Esq., Former Member of the Economic Strategic Plan Committee The Honorable Barbara Thomas, Former Vice Mayor UNAPPROVED MINUTES OF THE SPECIAL JOINT CITY COUNCIL AND COMMUNITY IMPROVEMENT COMMISSION MEETING TUESDAY- -APRIL 17, 2007- -6:00 P.M. Mayor /Chair Johnson convened the Special Meeting at 6:10 p.m. ROLL CALL - Present: Councilmembers /Commissioners deHaan, Gilmore, Matarrese, Tam, and Mayor /Chair Johnson - 5. Absent: None. The Special Meeting was adjourned to Closed Session to consider: ) Conference with Labor Negotiators; Agency negotiators: Craig Jory and Human Resources Director; Employee organizations: All City Bargaining Units. ) Conference with Real Property Negotiators; Property: APN 074- 0905 - 022 -05, 074 -0905 -027 and 074 - 0905 - 028 -04; Negotiating parties: CIC and Union Pacific Railroad; Under negotiation: Price and terms. Following the Closed Session, the Special Meeting was reconvened and Mayor /Chair Johnson announced that regarding Labor, Council received a briefing on the status of labor negotiations from Labor Negotiators and provided direction; regarding Real Property, the Commission received a briefing from Real Property Negotiators regarding potential terms of acquisition and gave direction to staff regarding negotiating parameters. Adjournment There being no further business, Mayor/Chair Johnson adjourned the Special Meeting at 7:10 p.m. Respectfully submitted, Lana Stoker, Acting City Clerk Acting Secretary, Community Improvement Commission The agenda for this meeting was posted in accordance with the Brown Act. Special Joint Meeting Alameda City Council and Community Improvement Commission April 17, 2007 UNAPPROVED MINUTES OF THE SPECIAL COMMUNITY IMPROVEMENT COMMISSION MEETING TUESDAY - - - APRIL 17, 2007 - - - 7:31 P.M. Chair Johnson convened the Special Meeting at 10:01 p.m. ROLL CALL -- Present: Commissioners deHaan, Gilmore, Matarrese, and Chair Johnson - 5. Absent: None. CONSENT CALENDAR Commissioner Tam moved approval of the Consent calendar. Commissioner Matarrese seconded the motion, which carried by unanimous voice vote -- 5. [Items so enacted or adopted are indicated by an asterisk preceding the paragraph number.] ( *07_012) Minutes of the Community Improvement Commission meeting held on April 3, 2007. Approved. ( *07 -013) Recommendation to authorize the Executive Director to execute a Consultant Agreement with Harris & Associates in an amount not to exceed $540,000, to be reimbursed by the Developer pursuant to the Disposition and Development Agreement, to provide Engineering Review and Construction Support Services for the Alameda Landing Project. Accepted. AGENDA ITEMS (07 -014) Update on the Alameda Theater, Cineplex and Parking Structure Construction Project; and (07 -014A) Recommendation to amend the Construction Contract with C. Overaa & Co. for the Civic Center Parking Garage to increase the Scope of Work and approve reduction of the contingency budget. The Redevelopment Manager gave a brief presentation. Commissioner Gilmore inquired whether either alternative would add to the length of the Contract. The Redevelopment Manager responded that she hopes to stay on schedule; stated the marquee and blade sign are custom items; shop drawings would need to be prepared; no additional costs would occur with a week or two delay. Chair Johnson inquired whether the blade sign and marquee canopy Special Meeting Community Improvement Commission April 17, 2007 1 would be difficult to do later, to which the Redevelopment Manager responded in the affirmative. Chair Johnson inquired whether other canopies could be added later, to which the Redevelopment Manager responded in the affirmative. Commissioner Matarrese stated that he likes Alternative #1; inquired whether either alternative would have an effect on the ability to get a tree easement or put a vine trellis /mural on the northern wall. The Redevelopment Manager responded architecturally there would not be a problem. Commissioner Matarrese inquired whether there would be a financial impact. The Redevelopment Manager responded the easement would have to be negotiated with Longs; stated that she does not know whether there would be financial implications. Commissioner Matarrese inquired whether vines could be planted without obtaining an easement. The Redevelopment Manager responded external planters become a high maintenance issue because the plants tend to die. Commissioner Matarrese inquired what would be the option for making the northern side look decent. The Redevelopment Manager responded vines take five to seven years to grow; stated an alternative would be to architecturally retrofit the northern elevation in the future; additional funding would be required; another alternative would be to do a temporary vinyl mural; a mural could be placed on the three, middle bay windows to break up the facade and cover the slope. Chair Johnson stated hopefully more contingency money would become available and other options could be explored. Commissioner deHaan inquired why the marquee canopy price changed drastically. The Redevelopment Manager responded that she speculates the original bid was not correct; stated staff would negotiate to reduce the cost if the Commission decides to pursue the option. Commissioner deHaan stated the northern elevation treatment changed Special Meeting Community Improvement Commission 2 April 17, 2007 drastically. The Redevelopment Manager stated staff requested that the entire facade be retrofitted with additional concrete, foam, and pipe rails. Commissioner Matarrese inquired whether any economy would be gained by having the same people work on the parking garage marquee who are working on the Historic theater marquee. The Redevelopment Manager responded the matter could be explored; stated the parking garage signage was competitively bid. Commissioner deHaan inquired whether the Redevelopment Manager is comfortable with the contingency. The Redevelopment Manager responded the Construction Management Team is comfortable. Commissioner deHaan stated the contingency issue is different for the Historic Theater. The Redevelopment Manager stated the Historic Theater is a design - build project; the 1O% contingency is very prudent. Commissioner deHaan inquired whether street and parking constrictions would last until the end of the project. The Redevelopment Manager responded that she hopes to alleviate the constrictions prior to the holiday season. Commissioner deHaan inquired whether the Park Street Business Association is comfortable with the timeline. Robb Ratto, Park Street Business Association (PSBA), responded staff has done an excellent job in keeping the lines of communication open; stated PSBA understands that the Oak Street closure could last until the end of the project; PSBA Board Members and merchants are much less concerned with the northern exposure than signage at this point; the PSBA Board will take a tour of the theater next Wednesday at 8:00 a.m; stated Council is invited. Commissioner Matarrese moved approval to add Alternative #1 to the scope of work. Commissioner Matarrese stated that the blade sign is distinctive and important; other features can be added at a later date without difficulty if money is available; requested that staff continue to Special Meeting Community Improvement Commission April 17, 2007 3 explore good solutions for the northern facade of the parking structure. Commissioner Tam seconded the motion, which carried by unanimous voice vote -- 5. ADJOURNMENT (07 -015) There being no further business, Chair Johnson adjourned the Special Meeting at 10:30 p.m. in a moment of silence for the Virginia Tech massacre victims and with sympathy to the families and community. Respectfully submitted, Lana Stoker Acting Secretary The agenda for this meeting was posted in accordance with the Brown Act. Special Meeting Community Improvement Commission April 17, 2007 4 UNAPPROVED MINUTES OF THE SPECIAL JOINT CITY COUNCIL, ALAMEDA REUSE AND REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY (ARRA) , AND COMMUNITY IMPROVEMENT COMMISSION (CIC) MEETING TUESDAY - - - MAY 8, 2007 - - - 7:00 P.M. Mayor /Chair Johnson convened the Special Joint Meeting at 7:12 p.m. ROLL CALL - Present: Councilmembers /Board Members /Commissioners deHaan, Gilmore, Matarrese, Tam and Mayor /Chair Johnson - 5. Absent: None. CONSENT CALENDAR [Items so enacted or adopted are indicated by an asterisk preceding the paragraph number.] ( *Q7- CC / *O7- CIC) Recommendation to accept the Fiscal Year 2007 Third Quarter Financial Report and budget adjustments. Vice Mayor /Board Member/Commissioner Tam moved approval of the Consent Calendar. Councilmember/Board Member/Commission deHaan seconded the motion, which carried by unanimous voice vote - 5. AGENDA ITEMS None. ADJOURNMENT There being no further business, Mayor/Chair Johnson adjourned the Special Joint Meeting at 7:13 p.m. Respectfully submitted, Lara Weisiger, City Clerk Secretary, Community Improvement Commission The agenda for this meeting was posted in accordance with the Brown Act. Special Joint Meeting Alameda City Council, Alameda Reuse and Redevelopment Authority, and Community Improvement Commission May 8, 2007 CITY OF ALAMEDA MEMORANDUM To: Honorable Chair and Members of the Community Improvement Commission From: Debra Kurita Executive Director Date: May 15, 2007 Re: (1) Receive Report on Alameda Theater, Cineplex, and Parking Structure Project Construction Update; (2) Authorize CIC Staff to Approve a Change Order for up to $100,000 for Preserving and Restoring the Auditorium Bas Relief Niches and Ceiling; and (3) Release $250,000 in Budgeted Funds for Cineplex Site Work to Alameda Entertainment Associates, L.P. BACKGROUND The City of Alameda Community Improvement Commission (CIC) approved construction contracts with C. Overaa & Co. ( Overaa) on July 26, 2006 for the rehabilitation and restoration of the historic Alameda Theater and the design -build new construction of the Civic Center Parking Garage. The CIC approved the Theater construction contract for $8,800,000 and approved the parking garage design -build contract for $9,104,000, with the condition that the garage project be value- engineered within the CIO's budget before the construction phase commenced. Since contract approval in July, CIC staff and Overaa finalized the value- engineering for the garage design, reducing the contract price to within the C1C's budget. The original contract price of $9,104,000 was reduced by $604,000, resulting in a final contract price of $8,500,000. The Theater construction contract commenced in October 2006; the design phase of the parking garage project started in August 2006; and the construction phase of the parking garage began in October 2006. The overall project consists of an eight- screen movie theater, including a 484 -seat, single - screen theater in the historic Alameda Theater and seven screens in the new Cineplex, 6,100 square feet of retail, and a 341 - space parking garage. DISCUSSION The status of both the Theater and parking garage projects, including the budget with contingency, payments, and schedule, are provided in Attachments 1 and 2, Special CIC Agenda Item #3 -A 05-15-07 Honorable Chair and Members of the Community Improvement Commission May 15, 2007 Page 2 respectively. Both projects are expected to be substantially complete by the end of 2007. Subsequently, Alameda Entertainment Associates (AEA), the movie operator, will install tenant improvements in the historic Theater. The grand opening for the Alameda Theater is currently anticipated for early 2008 (Attachment 3). A summary of the status of each project is provided below. Alameda Theater Work on the Alameda Theater rehabilitation and restoration in the past month focused on finalizing the seismic work, scaffolding the lobby, removing and repairing the marquee's and blade sign's neon and sheet metal, installing electrical switchgear, commencing paint preparation and plaster repair, and continuing with mechanical, plumbing, and electrical work. CIC staff allocated an additional $25,000 from the contingency line item within the overall budget for additional concrete reinforcement for the alleyway improvements; $5,000 for a previously undetected break in the men's restroom sewer line; and $5,000 for foreign importation of curtain material to match the original hand - painted auditorium curtain, as the United States manufacturer assumed in the bid recently discontinued the required material. Once Overaa installed scaffolding in the auditorium several weeks ago, the plaster and decorative painting restoration work in the auditorium commenced. The metal leafed bas relief niches on the side walls of the auditorium and the decorative ceiling were lightly cleaned with ivory soap and water in accordance with the architect's specifications. Despite the care taken to protect the original finishes, paint and metal leaf has flaked off, and a number of new white areas have become visible (Attachment 4). Also, previously unidentified white patches were discovered on the ceiling due to water and trade damage that occurred after the CIC's architect developed its construction drawings. Trade damage includes damage caused by fire sprinkler and electrical subcontractors working above the ceiling to install new systems. CIC staff is working closely with its construction management team and architect, along with Overaa, to develop pricing for conducting additional work on the niches and ceiling to plaster repair, touch up and, in some instances, repaint these areas. Those areas affected by trade damage will be the financial responsibility of Overaa to repair and repaint to the satisfaction of the CIC's architect. It will be difficult to conduct this work in the future once the scaffolding is removed and the stadium seating is constructed. Additionally, the timing of removal of the scaffolding in the auditorium is a "critical path" milestone that if delayed could affect the contract schedule. As a result, it is recommended that the CIC provide staff with the authority to approve a change order for up to $100,000 for preserving and restoring the auditorium bas relief niches and ceiling. CIC staff, its construction management team and Overaa will examine the entire ceiling to identify what areas of the ceiling are the financial responsibility of the CIC and which are the responsibility of Overaa. Until that is completed, it is unknown how much the change order will be, but it is projected that the CIC's portion will be under the $1 00,000 change order. As soon as staff has determined Honorable Chair and Members of the Community Improvement Commission May 15, 2007 Page 3 the exact costs, staff will update the Council. CIC staff and its construction management team have analyzed the CIC's remaining contingency funds and Overaa's remaining rehabilitation and restoration work on the Theater and are confident that there is sufficient contingency to allocate $100,000 to additional plaster repair and painting work. Additional scope of work on the niches and ceiling are also likely to delay the schedule several weeks depending on the extent of work approved. If CIC staff were to wait to present a firm price change order and an exact schedule delay from Overaa to the CIC in June, the schedule would be affected even more significantly. CIC staff will provide an update of the plaster and decorative painting change order and schedule delay at its June CIC update. The rehabilitation of the Alameda Theater is 41 percent complete. Cumulative current and pending contract changes are estimated to require the use of approximately $274,000 in contingency funds, or approximately 25 percent of the CIO's contingency budget. If the full $100,000 in contingency funds are required for additional plaster repair and decorative painting, the CIC will have used $374,000 in contingency funds or approximately 34 percent of the CIC's contingency budget. The total contingency budget for the Theater is $1.'1 million (Attachment 1). Parking Garage Overaa has poured the slab -on -grade for the garage. They also have commenced forming and installing rebar for the second level deck. The parking garage is 38 percent complete. Current and pending contract changes are estimated to require the use of approximately $252,000 in contingency funds, or approximately 61 percent of the CIC's contingency budget, including the CIC - directed addition of the previously eliminated blade and marquee signage for the Oak Street facade. The total contingency budget for the garage is $41 5,000 (Attachment 2). A Parking Garage Management and Operations Plan has been developed by staff to help facilitate the effective and successful operation of the City of Alameda's first public parking garage. A draft of the Plan was endorsed by the Economic Development Commission (EDC) on April 19, 2007, and presented to the Transportation Commission for review and comment on April 25, 2007. The plan includes community outreach to educate the public on how to use the "pay -by- space" payment technology for the garage. A "pay -by- space" meter is a highly advanced computerized multi -space parking machine that functions in a similar manner as the conventional single space meters, except that it manages multiple vehicle spaces from one location. Located near the ground floor elevator bank in the garage, the pay -by -space machines will feature a keypad for input and a graphic screen for operating instructions. The motorist will note the space number that his or her vehicle is parked in (stenciled at the rear of each parking space), select that space on the machine's key pad, and insert payment up to the maximum allowed time in the same manner as a single -space meter. The screen indicates the amount of time remaining and prints out a receipt. The transaction time is very quick, taking just a few seconds. The pay-by-space approach has become Honorable Chair and Members of the Community Improvement Commission May 15, 2007 Page 4 increasingly popular and is being adopted by jurisdictions such as BART and the Port of San Francisco. The Parking Garage Management and Operations Plan will be forwarded to the City Council for final approval this summer. Cineplex Theater Equipment, Construction and Service, Inc. (TECS), the contractor for the cineplex, completed grading and site compaction, foundation excavation, sewer line installation, and permanent power utility trenching and installation. TECS has also almost completed installing rebar, forming, and pouring grade beam and spread foundations. on July 26, 2006, the CIC approved and allocated funds, consistent with the terms of the Disposition and Development Agreement (DDA), in its project budget for cineplex property site work, including the CIC's demolition and grading work and CIC's removal and remediation work. Per the project budget, $250,000 remains available and has been earmarked for costs associated with site work and unanticipated soil and groundwater conditions at the cineplex property. AEA is currently performing work that the CIC was originally anticipated to perform under the DDA, including removal of existing below -grade improvements and facilities presently located under the cineplex property. The DDA anticipated that the CIC would perform the subsurface excavation, demolition, and soil removal on this site, which, as with the other two parts of this project (the parking structure and historic Theater), is owned by the CIC. The DDA contemplated that this work would be completed at the same time as the garage excavation. Since the three components of the project followed different timelines, that work was impossible to undertake. The DDA anticipated that AEA would be responsible for costs associated with the site once the ground lease was executed. The DDA also made the ground lease execution a pre- condition of construction commencement by AEA. Unfortunately, the timing of the varied construction starts made this unworkable, and required the developer to assume the subsurface work and subsequent building condition evaluation as a part of his work plan. AEA has requested the release of the $250,000 in project budgeted funds for this excavation, demolition, and removal work, as well as other site work and grading requirements, including unforeseen and exceptional site conditions that have resulted in extraordinary costs. The removal work, exceptional site conditions, and other related site work are estimated at $280,000, exceeding the $250,000 budgeted amount. Any expenses above this amount will be borne by AEA. These exceptional and unforeseen conditions include: • Additional excavation and re- compaction of the cineplex site due to encountering a substantial amount of sub -grade debris and old construction material, including Honorable Chair and Members of the Community Improvement Commission May 15, 2007 Page 5 old brick, water and sewer lines, and concrete foundations from buildings previously located on the site; • A requirement for drilled piers to avoid undermining the existing footings of the adjacent historic Alameda Theater and additional structural design and construction due to existing conditions differing from the original as -built drawings for the Alameda Theater; • Complications with drilling piers due to groundwater and soil conditions including the need for larger hole excavation, and additional concrete; • Additional underpinning work along the parking garage footings to ensure that the cineplex footings do not undermine the garage foundation, including a sub - footing constructed below the cineplex's typical spread footings. The sub - footing consists of controlled density fill (CDF), which is more expensive than the typical spread footing construction. Similar to the CIC's publicly funded project costs, the privately funded costs associated with the cineplex component of the project have escalated significantly since the CIC's approval of the DDA in May 2005. AEA has committed $6.73 million in capital investment for the privately funded component of the cineplex project, while the DDA requires a minimum capital investment of $5.36 million. Based on the below -grade and unforeseen site conditions encountered at the cineplex property and the overall higher - than- expected privately funded cineplex costs, staff recommends that the CIC release the budgeted $250,000 in funds already earmarked for cineplex site conditions. This authorization and disbursement will not increase the CIC's overall project budget as this budget line currently exists in the overall project expense program. The project budget approved on July 26, 2006, and updated on January 16, 2007, is provided as Attachment 5. BUDGET CONSIDERATION /FINANCIAL IMPACT There are no proposed changes to the CIC's total overall budget for the Alameda Theater, Cineplex, and Parking Garage project. Cl C staff recommends that the C1 C release the budgeted $250,000 in cineplex site work and hazardous materials funds to AEA. MUNICIPAL CODE /POLICY DOCUMENT CROSS REFERENCE Alameda Downtown Vision Plan 2000 — Action B1.0 — Renovate /restore Alameda Theater. Alameda Downtown Vision Plan 2000 — Action F4 — Consider building a parking structure as part of a Downtown parking management program. Honorable Chair and Members of the Community Improvement Commission RECOMMENDATION May 15, 2007 Page 6 1. Authorize CIC staff to approve a change order for up to $100,000 for preserving and restoring the auditorium bas relief niches and ceiling. 2. Release the budgeted $250,000 in Cineplex site work and hazardous materials funds to AEA. Resp : ctf Js tam Leslie A. Li le Development Services Director By: Dorene E. Soto Manager, Business Development Division By: Jennifer Ott Redevelopment Manager DK/LAL /DES /JO:ry Attachments: 1. Monthly Progress Status Report for the Alameda Theater Rehabilitation and Restoration 2. Monthly Progress Status Report for the Civic Center Parking Garage 3. Alameda Theater Project Schedule Update 4. Photographs of Restoration Work and Visible White Areas on Auditorium Niches and Ceiling 5. Approved Project Budget for Downtown Theater Project Monthly Progress Status Report Alameda Theater Rehabilitation and Restoration City of Alameda May 15, 2007 CIC Meeting a• _ •f r].i ice., .};:'''.v �I== =. - i.r.s.�. ;,••y .; ..7...- - Construction Contingency Total Contract Budget Original Contract Amount $8,800,000 Previous Changes Executed Change Orders Unforeseen Hazardous Materials Abatement $11 ,489 Re- Routing Power to Viva Mexico $19, 765 Subtotal Executed Changes $31,254 Pending Change Orders (Cost Estimates) Seismic Clarifications -$60,000 Add( Hazardous Materials Abatement $5,511 Unforeseen issues with Alleyway Improvements $41,000 Value- Engineering Enclosure $45,000 Curtain Escalation $4,603 Repair Break in Men's Restroom Sewer $5,000 AP &T Electrical Changes $35,000 Revise Electrical Room $35,000 Power and Telephone Conduit for Retail $6,222 AT &T Connection Conduit $5,122 Temporary Alleyway Trash Enclosure 2 500 Subtotal Pending Change Orders $244,958 Total Changes $274,433 Estimated Revised Contract Amount $9,074,433 Remaining Contingency $831,607 ',La.,. •a.i,•� } S� fS >�1� 1'C: t4'• � � rS1Y' ;Jr'�i'�Y.l'. '�"+'.�<Jti•.�,�5�'��� R�,.;�e Previously Paid Payment this Period Total Payment To Date f R , _'�;; �'•:'� Q• � 4 .vG' , Substantial Completion Final Com • letion a a • .�. -Y R`i`-r �-- �'!+i.. �,u.?�Y.+ •Z +;l; r��- ✓,7lK�iri +.� +,R.-. -.r "�:-rr.;- �,-.e,-, w •.."tn I� �y r��` , i - .r.• rc'• Work Completed This Period: This Period: Work Projects Next Period: Status: - ^. r. •. �'ti;. ;�.;�' -; �:'_�•;`::. ::: �,= �;`,•%' -; err. .•._:.•::- �;. -cy -: �. r'•�:;L:Y ur.:r�::.i� ..r�r...y7:� t- ui>1..1:s'lna..r:i.G �cL:: �•_ _ �:i::.ri �� %.',.:�..::�ti:- r�i�:. � -.sw xu. �.cs.fG.:ifi ' wriv�C -..i?r1•.1.•n.,�.Y.ix.... -o_r� Yrii�:w:: �r-�s "�,�s • Continued with Electrical, Mechanical and Plumbing Rough -In • Completed Scaffolding Lobby • Continued with Fire Sprinkler Installation • Completed Concrete Pour for Front Columns and Beams • Continued with Decorative Painting Preparation • Continued wtih Marquee /Blade Removal • Commenced Plaster Repair • Commenced Installation of Switch Gear • Commence Roofing Work • Commence Alleyway Improvements • Commence Primary Electrical Routing • Project is on Schedule Special CIC Attachment 1 to ' Agenda Item #3 -A 05 -15 -07 Monthly Progress Status Report Civic Center Parking Garage City of Alameda May 15, 2007 CIC Meeting BUDGET Construction Contingency Total Contract Budget $8,499,889 $415,000 $8,914,889 PAYMENTS • Previously Paid Payment this Period Total Payment To Date $2,482,143 $703,220 $3,185,363 CONTRACT • • • . • .; • • " . Original Contract Amount Value Engineering (Credit) Revised Contract Amount Previous Changes Executed Change Orders Subtotal Executed Changes Pending Change Orders (Cost Estimates) Blade Sign and Marquee Canopy Dewatering of Site Groundwater Budget Groundwater Contamination Budget Conduit for eLockers (Bike Lockers) Owner Provided Field Office Potential Site Work Budget Deletion of Handheld Device (Credit) Subtotal Pending Change Orders Total Changes Estimated Revised Contact Amount Remaining Contingency $9,104,000 ($604,111) $8,499,889 $1,363 $0 $128,000 $55,000' $65,000 $1,000 ($550) $17,000 ($15,000) $250,450 $251,813 $8,751,702 $163,187 •• a)• •c Cl) tice to Proceed �v-06 ontract Calendar' Da 's: ensions: Scheduled ornpletion: Time Used: 167 270 Percent :Tiniea0.600,ed-.•,: 38% Base Bid Amount: Amount Paid to Date: _ $9,104,000 $3,185,363 Percent Cost Expended: Value-Engineering: Previous/Pending Change Orders Project Cost: 37% ($604,111) Percent Contingency Expended: $251,813 $8,751,702 61% MILESTONES • Milestone Baseline Forecast Approved 11/10/2006 Notice to Proceed 11/10/2006 11/10/2006 Substantial Completion 12/15/2007 12/15/2007 Final Completion _____. •___ ....._ ..._. __. . . 1/29/2008 1/29/2008 • ISIAIUS - Work Completed This Period: Work Projects Next Period: Status: • Installed Underground Electrical • Poured Slab-on-Grade • Installed Sumps and Drains • Formed Second Floor Deck ▪ Completed Backfill at Ramp • Pour Second Floor Deck • Commence Rebar and Form Work for Additional Deck Pours • Project is on Schedule Special CIC Attachment 2 to Agenda Item #3-A 05-15-07 a) ii-• co no Q - 5 it, cp i v u) v as ' o L a L 2 co . c ca ci) E as Zsti W J IL W z 0 Special CIC Attachment 3 to Agenda Item #3 -A 05 -15 -07 Special CIC Attachment 4 to Agenda Item #3 -A 05 -15 -07 0) c: ■ M IMIIIIIMIIIIII • MIMI as) 0 mo Ell. a) 45 U 173 a) U co L__ I-- -(7) .-E Q . 0) "6 a) 0 a) -0 0 .-- a) -a. › Q iriz < 2 >, %., 0 .0 co 0 .0 a) a) 0 � 0 J -0 4_,_ c -a- 0 . O%3 -o 1 cf) co U cz LO 51- Q 0 o 0 • U c1 o SD ›N mr) 0 Eml 0 • "I0 ■■■• 0.. a� a� ��r (1)- (i) LLJQ o (f) Q < (f) a) a) LE U z ■ o • =MON = IN Approved Budget for Downtown Theater Project Item Approved Budget 7126/2006 (1) USE OF FUNDS Parkinp Garage Land Acquisition $811 000 Other Costs $1,521 ,000 Construction Costs $8,500,000 Construction Contingency $415,000 Subtotal $11 ,247,000 Cineplex Public Contribution /Loan $2,800,000 Hazardous Materials Clean -up /Site Conditions(2) $250,000 Theater Connections §675,000 Subtotal $3,725,000 Alameda Theater Rehabilitation Property Acquisition /Relocation $3,418,000 Other Costs $1 ,907,000 Rehabilitation Costs $8,800,000 Construction Contingency $1,106,000 Subtotal $15,231,040 TOTAL USE OF FUNDS $30,203,000 (1) The overall project budget was approved by the CIC on 7/26/2006 and has not changed. The uses of funds for the cineplex have also not changed. The distribution of funds for the parking garage and historic Theater components were updated at the 1/16/2007 CIC meeting. This budget reflects the overall project budget approved on 7/26/2006 and then updated at the 1/16/2007 CIC meeting. (2) None of these funds have been expended to date. Special CIC Attachment 5 to Agenda Item #3-A 05 -15 -07