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2004-11-16 Regular CC MinutesMINUTES OF THE REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING TUESDAY - - NOVEMBER 16, 2004 - - 7:30 P.M. Mayor Johnson convened the Regular Meeting at 8:00 p.m. ROLL CALL - Present: Councilmembers Daysog, Gilmore, Kerr, Matarrese and Mayor Johnson - 5. Absent: None. AGENDA CHANGES None. PROCLAMATIONS, SPECIAL ORDERS OF THE DAY AND ANNOUNCEMENTS None. CONSENT CALENDAR Mayor Johnson announced that the recommendation to authorize the purchase of five 2005 Ford Crown Victoria police vehicles [paragraph no. 04 -618] and the recommendation to approve Agreement with Ameresco Santa Cruz Energy, LLC [paragraph no. 04 -620] were removed from the Consent Calendar for discussion. Vice Mayor Daysog moved approval of the remainder of the Consent Calendar. Councilmember 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.] ( *04 -611) Minutes of the Special and Regular City Council Meetings held on November 3, 2004, and Special City Council Meeting held on November 5, 2004. Approved. ( *04 -612) Recommendation to authorize a Call for Bids for the purchase of two vessel reduction gears, No. P.W. 10- 04 -15. Accepted. ( *04 -613) Recommendation to adopt Plans and Specifications and Call for Bids for the Park Street Streetscape Project, Phase I, No. P.W. 10- 02 -13. Accepted. ( *04 -614) Recommendation to allocate Measure B Funds for additional Regular Meeting Alameda City Council 1 November 16, 2004 sidewalk improvements, construction management services and project administration of the Webster Renaissance Project, No. P.W. 07 -02- 07. Accepted. ( *04 -615) Recommendation to accept Quarterly Financial Report for period ending September 30, 2004 and approving the supplemental appropriations. Accepted. ( *04 -616) Recommendation to accept Quarterly Investment Report for period ending September 30, 2004. Accepted. ( *04 -617) Recommendation to accept report on Citizen's Option for Public Safety Program (COPS AB 3229). Accepted. (04 -618) Recommendation to authorize the purchase of five 2005 Ford Crown Victoria police vehicles in the amount of $129,155.00. Councilmember Gilmore inquired how frequently police vehicles are purchased and the age determined to be non - serviceable. The Service Division Commander responded that the vehicles targeted for replacement are five years old; each vehicle has over 70,000 miles. Councilmember Gilmore inquired whether replacing police vehicles is based on every five years or mileage, to which the Service Division Commander responded the five oldest vehicles are replaced every year based upon mileage. Vice Mayor Daysog inquired whether the equipment is depreciated. The Finance Director responded that the City uses a straight -line depreciation over five years; the depreciation expense adds money back into the replacement fund to buy the next series of vehicles. Mayor Johnson inquired whether the vehicles only had 70,000 miles; to which the Service Division Commander responded 70,000 miles is the least amount; some vehicles have 80,000 or 90,000 miles. Mayor Johnson requested that more information be provided when cars are replaced in the future. Vice Mayor Daysog moved approval of staff recommendation. Councilmember Matarrese seconded the motion, which carried by unanimous voice vote - 5. ( *04 -619) Recommendation to extend time by one year (to November Regular Meeting Alameda City Council 2 November 16, 2004 21, 2005) to file the Final Map for Tract 7232 (43 County Road). Accepted. (04 -620) Recommendation to approve Agreement with Ameresco Santa Cruz Energy, LLC for the purchase of power from landfill gas generation. Councilmember Kerr inquired whether the City would pay a flat rate or pay for the power received, to which the Alameda Power & Telecom (AP &T) General Manager responded that the City would pay a per kilowatt -hour price and is paid at 5.1 cents per kilowatt -hour for the first year and escalates at 1.5% per year. Councilmember Matarrese moved approval of the staff recommendation. Councilmember Gilmore seconded the motion, which carried by unanimous voice vote - 5. ( *04 -621) Resolution No. 13782, "Approving and Adopting the Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) Program Established Overall Annual Goal of 11% for Federal Fiscal Year 2004/2005." Adopted. ( *04 -622) Resolution No. 13783, "Approving Tentative Parcel Map No. 8401 for a One -Lot Subdivision for 15 Commercial Condominium Units at 2340 and 2350 North Loop Road." Adopted. ( *04 -623) Resolution No. 13784, " Approving the Application for Grant Funds for the Roberti- Z'Berg- Harris Urbanized Area Need -Basis Program Under the California Clean Water, Clean Air, Safe Neighborhood Parks and Coastal Protection Act of 2002 for Woodstock Park Renovation Project ". Adopted; and ( *04 -623A) Resolution No. 13785, "Approving the Application for Grant Funds for the Roberti- Z'Berg- Harris Urbanized Area Need -Basis Program Under the California Clean Water, Clean Air, Safe Neighborhood Parks and Coastal Protection Act of 2002 for Paden School Bay Trail Project." Adopted. ( *04 -624) Ratified bills in the amount of $2,317,422.43. REGULAR AGENDA ITEMS (04 -625) Resolution No. 13786, "Appointing Toby C. Berger as a Member of the City Commission on Disability Issues." Adopted; (04 -625A) Resolution No. 13787, "Appointing Charles E. Bunker as a Member of the City Commission on Disability Issues." Adopted; Regular Meeting Alameda City Council 3 November 16, 2004 (04 -625B) Resolution No. 13788, "Appointing Edwin Cooney as a Member of the City Commission on Disability Issues." Adopted; (04 -625C) Resolution No. 13789, "Appointing Steve R. Fort as a Member of the City Commission on Disability Issues." Adopted; (04 -625D) Resolution No. 13790, "Appointing James G. Gwynne as a Member of the City Commission on Disability Issues." Adopted; (04 -625E) Resolution No. 13791, "Appointing Adrienne Longley -Cook as a Member of the City Commission on Disability Issues." Adopted; (04 -625F) Resolution No. 13792, "Appointing Elaine McCoy as a Member of the City Commission on Disability Issues." Adopted; (04 -625G) Resolution No. 13793, "Appointing Gina D. McGaughey as a Member of the City Commission on Disability Issues." Adopted; (04 -625H) Resolution No. 13794, "Appointing Jody A. Moore as a Member of the City Commission on Disability Issues." Adopted; and (04 -625I) Resolution No. 13795, "Appointing Angela C. Steffens as a Member of the City Commission on Disability Issues." Adopted. Councilmember Matarrese moved adoption of the resolutions. Councilmember Kerr seconded the motion, which carried by unanimous voice vote - 5. The City Clerk administered the Oath and presented certificates of appointment to the Commission on Disability Issues members. Toby Berger submitted a pamphlet entitled "Disability Etiquette" to the Council. Edwin Cooney inquired whether the Commission could hold a brief organizational meeting this evening, to which the City Attorney responded in the affirmative. Mr. Cooney inquired how Commissioner's terms are decided, to which Mayor Johnson responded that generally straws are drawn. Mr. Cooney inquired whether it was permissible for him to draw up an agenda, to which Mayor Johnson responded that staff generally prepares the draft agenda for the Chair and distributes to the Commission. (04 -626) Public Hearing to consider the formation of new Regular Meeting Alameda City Council 4 November 16, 2004 Underground Districts, Phase 6; and (04 -626A) Resolution No. 13796, "Establishing New Underground Districts, Phase 6." Adopted. The Public Works Director gave a brief presentation on underground districts. Mayor Johnson inquired how long it would take to complete all eight districts, to which the Public Works Director responded approximately 10 years. Mayor Johnson inquired what the utility cost was, to which the Public Works Director responded that each district's costs are identified in Exhibit 10 of the staff report. Vice Mayor Daysog stated residents in districts would pay $2,000 to $4,000 and the rest of Alameda would pay the bulk through the rate structure; inquired whether there are options for people who cannot pay their portion. The Public Works Director responded that Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) money was used at one time but funds would no longer be available; that he contacted Alameda Power & Telecom (AP &T) to see whether there might be three to five -year payment plans; AP &T was unable to support the idea. Mayor Johnson inquired whether residents could start making payments prior to their phase, to which the Public Works Director responded the City Attorney and Finance Director would need to address the issue. Mayor Johnson inquired whether a letter could be sent to residents regarding payment options, to which the Public Works Director responded in the affirmative; stated that San Leandro has a surcharge on building permits for undergrounding services; the Code specifically states if required undergrounding is not completed, the City would complete underground construction and place a lien on the property. Mayor Johnson stated that Lincoln Avenue residents have had numerous neighborhood meetings and have requested to have their utilities undergrounded; inquired whether the City has received any undergrounding inquires from residents east of Broadway on Lincoln Avenue, to which the Public Works Director responded in the negative. Mayor Johnson inquired what the timeframe was for interested Regular Meeting Alameda City Council 5 November 16, 2004 neighborhoods to be placed on an agenda for a public hearing, to which the Public Works Director responded there is a 15 -day noticing requirement. Mayor Johnson stated Roosevelt Drive residents want to be added also. Mayor Johnson opened the public portion of the Hearing. Proponents: Kame Richards, Alameda; Jane Neal, Alameda; Dan Patterson, Alameda; Richard Bartalini, Alameda; Christopher Buckley, Alameda. Requested to be added to the list of Underground Districts: Henry Bowles, Alameda; Steve Coyle, Alameda [submitted petition]; Kelsey Ashford, Alameda [submitted petition]; Gretchen Finer, Alameda [submitted petition]; Dave Brownson, Alameda [submitted petition]; Alex Kranson, Alameda. There being no further speakers, Mayor Johnson closed the public portion of the Hearing. Vice Mayor Daysog inquired how much is generated in the underground special fund and what formula is used. The AP &T General Manager responded that 20 of electric revenues are allocated; approximately $800,000 is collected per year; anything not spent is carried over. Mayor Johnson inquired whether the prior undergrounding phases have been completed. The AP &T General Manager responded that Phase 1 and 2 have been completed; Phase 3 is almost complete; two of the eight Phase 4 districts have been completed and the third district is in the process of being completed. The Public Works Director stated that establishment of a district for Fair Oaks Avenue would return to Council on December 7, 2004; that he has requested a petition from residents on Lincoln Avenue; he can bring a recommendation for Lincoln Avenue, Everett Avenue and Gould Court at the December 7 City Council Meeting and incorporate the other section of Lincoln Avenue and Roosevelt Avenue. Mayor Johnson stated the process should be accelerated. Regular Meeting Alameda City Council 6 November 16, 2004 The Public Works Director stated that AP &T indicated that the identified districts would take 10 years to complete. Mayor Johnson stated that she did not think priority should be given to heavy traffic areas. Councilmember Matarrese inquired why underground funds are not zeroed out at the end of the year, to which the AP &T General Manager responded that some non - expenditures are due to resource issues and getting in alignment with other utilities to proceed with the work. Mayor Johnson inquired whether franchise agreements have an undergrounding cooperation requirement, to which the Public Works Director responded that not all utilities have franchise agreements; those that do have an agreement are required to cooperate. Councilmember Matarrese stated that it is not good management to collect money and no follow through with the promise to underground utilities; to carry over such a large balance is justification for expediting the process and getting the cooperation of the other utilities. Councilmember Kerr stated that she is concerned that such a small part of the City has been undergrounded; everyone is paying for undergrounding; encouraged priority be given to streets with trees. Vice Mayor Daysog inquired whether there is a long -range undergrounding plan for the City, to which the Public Works Director responded in the negative; the utility districts are created phase by phase. Vice Mayor Daysog stated that he liked the idea of developing a long -range plan with a comprehensive analysis that inventories the situation; the Public Utilities Board should give suggestions for a long -range plan. Councilmember Matarrese moved adoption of resolution establishing new Underground Districts, Phase 6, excluding St. Charles Street [District 1. Vice Mayor Daysog seconded the motion. Under discussion, Vice Mayor Daysog stated that he wanted a long - range plan for the City but the perfect plan should not get in the way of what is good for the neighborhoods. Regular Meeting Alameda City Council 7 November 16, 2004 On the call for the question, the motion passed by unanimous voice vote - 5. Councilmember Matarrese moved adoption of resolution establishing new Underground Districts, Phase 6, including St. Charles Street [District 1. Vice Mayor Daysog seconded the motion, which carried by the following voice vote: Ayes: Councilmembers Daysog, Kerr, Matarrese and Mayor Johnson - 4. Abstention: Councilmember Gilmore - 1. Councilmember Matarrese directed staff to include Fair Oaks Avenue, the 2400 -2500 block of Lincoln Avenue, Gould Court, the 1500 -1600 block of Everett Street, and Roosevelt Drive for consideration on the December 7, 2004 City Council agenda; requested an analysis on expediting the undergrounding process to ensure spending down to a zero balance of dedicated funds rather than building up a surplus. Vice Mayor Daysog requested a memo addressing issues that need to be considered to move forward with a long -range plan. Mayor Johnson requested an Off Agenda report on replacing light posts with historic fixtures. (04 -627) Public Hearing to consider Revisions to Alameda Municipal Code Chapter XXX, Sections 30 -4.2 (d) (9) , 30 -4.3 (d) (10) , 30- 4.4 (d) (10) , 30 -4.5 (d) (10) , 30-4.6 (d) (10) , and 30 -5.12, more commonly referred to as the Zoning Ordinance, regulating Open Space; Schedule of Required Residential Open Space and Usable Open Space Requirements; Report on the Development Code Open Space Committee's recommendations; and (04 -627A) Introduction of Ordinance Amending the Alameda Municipal Code by Repealing Subsection 30- 4.2(d)(9) (R -2, Two Family Residence District, Minimum Height, Bulk and Space Requirements), Subsection 30- 4.3(d)(10) (R -3, Garden Residential District, Minimum Height, Bulk and Space Requirements) , Subsection 30- 4.4(d)(10) (Neighborhood Residential District, Minimum Height, Bulk and Space Requirements), 30- 4.5(d)(10) (General Residential District, Minimum Height, Bulk and Space Requirements), Subsection 30- 4.6(d) (10) (Hotel Residential District, Minimum Height, Bulk and Space Requirements), and Section 30 -5.12 (Open Space; Schedule of Required Residential Open Space) of Chapter XXX (Development Regulations) in Their Entirety, and Adding a New Subsection 30- 4.2(d)(9) (R -2, Two - Family Residence District, Minimum Height, Bulk and Space Requirements) , Subsection 30- 4.3(d)(10) (R -3, Garden Residential District, Minimum Height, Bulk and Space Requirements), Regular Meeting Alameda City Council 8 November 16, 2004 Subsection 30- 4.4(d)(10) (Neighborhood Residential District, Minimum Height, Bulk and Space Requirements), 30- 4.5(d)(10) (General Residential District, Minimum Height, Bulk and Space Requirements), Subsection 30- 4.6(d) (10) (Hotel Residential District, Minimum Height, Bulk and Space Requirements), and Section 30 -5.12 (Definition of Required Residential Open Space). Introduced. Councilmember Kerr stated that referenced sections of the Alameda Municipal Code were badly written; several efforts have been made to clarify and simplify the language; that she is pleased with the results and believes the Code is very clear and understandable; that she hopes the next Council will leave the ordinance alone for a year to allow for review. Councilmember Kerr moved introduction of the ordinance. Councilmember Matarrese seconded the motion. Under discussion, Councilmember Gilmore stated that she assumes height requirements have not been deleted from the development code, to which Councilmember Kerr responded in the affirmative. Mayor Johnson thanked Councilmember Kerr for all her work and thanked the committee for their time and effort. On the call for question, which carried by unanimous voice vote - 5. (04 -628) Public Hearing to consider an Appeal of the Planning Board's denial of Variances, VO4 -0006, 0007, 0008 and 0010, and denial of Major Design Review, DR04 -0026, for all development projects at 3017 Marina Drive; and adoption of related resolution. The site is located within an R -1, Single- Family Residential Zoning District. The development project includes expansion of the residence into the estuary and installation of rear yard decks. Approval is being sought for the following: 1) Variance to AMC Subsection 30- 4.1(d)(3) (Maximum Main Building Coverage exceeding 480); 2) Variance to AMC Subsection 30- 4.1(d)(7) and Section 30 -2 (Rear Yard) because the building extends across the rear property line into the estuary; 3) Variance to AMC Subsection 30- 5.7(a) (Roof Eaves) and 30- 5.7(d) (Bay Windows) because the roof eaves above the bay windows encroach to within 3 feet from the side property line and bay windows are not permitted to encroach into side yards; 4) Variance to AMC Subsection 30- 5.7(c)(1) (Rear Yard), Subsection 30 -2 (Definitions) (Yard -Rear) and Subsection 30- 4.1(d)(7) (Rear Yard) because decks over 36- inches in height extend into the required side and rear yard setbacks; 5) Variance to AMC Regular Meeting Alameda City Council 9 November 16, 2004 Subsection 30- 5.14(c) (Barrier Heights) because the windscreens around the patios exceed the maximum permitted 8 -foot height. The Planning Board found that the Variance for the bay window encroachment be withdrawn because encroachment is in compliance, subject to Design Review approval. Applicant /Appellant: Rita Mohlen. Continued to December 7, 2004. Councilmember Daysog moved that the item be continued to the December 7, 2004 City Council Meeting. Councilmember Kerr seconded the motion, which carried by unanimous voice vote - 5. (04 -629) Recommendation to amend City Seal to include the City's incorporation date. Mayor Johnson stated that other city seals include an incorporation date; placing Alameda's incorporation date in the outer part of the seal circle is a good idea; stated that Alameda is the oldest city in Alameda County and is 150 years old this year. Councilmember Gilmore stated that she likes the change; inquired whether everything the City currently has would be changed, to which Mayor Johnson responded the change would only be made as new items are ordered. Vice Mayor Daysog stated the City's date of incorporation was April 19, 1854; that he liked the new design. Councilmember Kerr stated that she liked the change. Councilmember Matarrese moved approval of the recommendation. Councilmember Gilmore seconded the motion, which carried by unanimous voice vote - 5. (04 -630) Discussion of General Fund revenue alternatives. The Finance Director gave a brief Power Point presentation on revenue alternatives. Councilmember Kerr inquired whether rental duplexes would be taxed, to which the Finance Director responded that duplexes would be taxed as a single- family residence. Councilmember Matarrese requested a review of the total Measure B allocations. Regular Meeting Alameda City Council 10 November 16, 2004 Mayor Johnson requested a briefing on the Alameda County Emergency Medical Services Contract to allow Council to provide direction to the Fire Chief. Mayor Johnson stated cuts should be considered instead of adding more taxes and fees; she is not sure the City is a lean operating government. The Finance Director stated that Council received an Off Agenda Report that included a list of another $650,000 in General Fund deductions that were being implemented as of November 1, 2004; the additional cuts will also be noted in the mid -year budget review. Councilmember Kerr stated that she was concerned that all the cuts discussed over the last six months have not been implemented. Councilmember Matarrese stated that Council gave specific direction; the only transparent cuts were the Library service hours which have been restored; any additional fees requiring a vote should be reviewed carefully to determine if they could pass. Vice Mayor Daysog stated that he would like to review the possibility of closing City Hall one day per month. The Finance Director stated that the reduction impacts would be more apparent at midyear. Mayor Johnson stated that it is more important to look at the cost of doing business; the City cannot just consider adding taxes and fees for short -term solutions; the residents must be convinced that the City is efficient and not wasting money [before more fees and taxes are added]; that she does not believe there has been a thorough review of where cuts can be made. Councilmember Gilmore stated that there may be a point where the service levels need to be cut; if there is a reluctance to raise fees to pay for services, than there needs to be a balance in the reduction of the level of service; the hard task is determining where that level of services is as it relates to the residents' comfort level. Councilmember Kerr stated that the City would need to make cuts in service in the next two years before Proposition lA takes affect. Vice Mayor Daysog inquired how much budget gap would be reduced with a 1.5% Return on Investment (ROI), to which the Finance Director responded approximately $300,000. Regular Meeting Alameda City Council 1 1 November 16, 2004 Mayor Johnson stated Council should give direction on the use of reserves. Vice Mayor Daysog stated drawing on the reserves should not be automatic. Mayor Johnson inquired how reserves are tracked, to which the Finance Director responded on a monthly basis for all funds. Mayor Johnson requested a monthly report on funds and expenditures to ensure reserve funds are being tracked. Councilmember Kerr stated that a monthly expenditure report is important because the report will indicate whether the cuts that the Council ordered are actually being made. The Finance Director stated that some of the cuts require time to be implemented. Councilmember Kerr stated that the cuts should have been implemented on July 1. Vice Mayor Daysog stated the Council should make a policy decision on cuts or revenue enhancements. Mayor Johnson stated that the Council has already made a decision on cuts; the concern of the Council is that the cuts are not being implemented. Vice Mayor Daysog stated that the Council made preliminary decisions on cuts; subsequent decisions not to implement the 911 fee requires additional discussion. Councilmember Gilmore concurred with Vice Mayor Daysog; stated previous discussions on cuts were within the context of implementing the 911 fee. Mayor Johnson inquired how much of the reserves will be needed for the current Fiscal Year, to which the Finance Director responded $3.9 million. Vice Mayor Daysog inquired if there still would be a $2.9 million budget gap if the PILOT and ROI were adopted, to which the Finance Director responded in the affirmative. Mayor Johnson stated that Council did not expect to draw down on reserves that quickly. Regular Meeting Alameda City Council 12 November 16, 2004 Councilmember Kerr stated that reserves were built up because CalPERS did not charge as much; now more money will be going into CalPERS. Mayor Johnson stated that the City's contribution to retirements significantly increases next year. The Finance Director stated that next year's reduction for the Fresh Start is $800,000. The Finance Director stated that the only alternative to not using reserves is either increasing revenue or cutting additional expenditures. Councilmember Matarrese stated Council should know the savings from closing City Hall one day per month. Mayor Johnson stated that the amount is insignificant without including Public Safety. The City Attorney stated that there are union bumping rights and meet and confer obligations with each bargaining unit. Mayor Johnson inquired whether the bargaining unit could agree to close City Hall one day per month without the bumping rights, to which the City Attorney responded in the affirmative. Vice Mayor Daysog stated that the City of Berkeley has applied a one -day work holiday to Public Safety. Mayor Johnson stated that there are continued serious budget times ahead; the budget will be worse next year; requested a comparison of other cities' transfer tax rate; stated that the City provides the boat owners with service; questioned whether the boat owners would demand more service if a fee was imposed. The Finance Director stated that it costs approximately $80,000 per year for the police and fireboats to be staffed and provide service. Councilmember Kerr stated that the boat owners already pay property taxes. Councilmember Gilmore requested additional information and possible Council consideration on implementing the business license tax, particularly adding single- family homes and duplexes to apartment rental rates, the transient occupancy tax increase, and the property transfer tax increase; stated that she is not in favor of Regular Meeting Alameda City Council 13 November 16, 2004 raising the Utility User Tax because of the disproportionate affect on low income and seniors. Mayor Johnson concurred with Councilmember Gilmore. Vice Mayor Daysog stated that he was not ready to provide any suggestions regarding taxes and fees because the conversation needs to be done in the context of expenditure cuts and reductions. Mayor Johnson stated that the requested items are for additional information only. Vice Mayor Daysog requested more detailed information on the future outlook; cuts might not happen within two or three years if the City receives $3 million back from the State. The Finance Director stated that there is not sufficient information regarding the repayment plan. Councilmember Matarrese requested a report similar to Exhibit A of the Quarterly Financial Report showing the actual amount for revenues and expenditures year to date versus the amount budgeted. Mayor Johnson inquired how appropriations are determined for departments that go over budget, to which the Finance Director responded that Council addresses the issue at quarterly and mid- year budget reviews. Vice Mayor Daysog stated that departments appear to stay within 980 of their allocations, which indicates that costs can be anticipated and controlled. Vice Mayor Daysog inquired whether the quarterly statements are audited, to which the Finance Director responded in the negative. Councilmember Gilmore requested staff to investigate whether other communities charge an additional fee for marina licenses. Jon Spangler, Alameda, stated that either a special assessment district or a bond issue might work well if approached from a public safety, sidewalk repair and tree maintenance angle; publicizing the $1,235 actual cost per parcel per year for fire and police services might be useful. Mayor Johnson inquired whether the $1235 per parcel cost includes any of the retirement expenses, including the old retirement plan, to which the Finance Director responded the cost includes the current employee CalPERS and not the 1079 Plan. Regular Meeting Alameda City Council 14 November 16, 2004 ORAL COMMUNICATIONS, NON- AGENDA (04 -631) Michael John Torrey, Alameda, wished everyone a Happy Thanksgiving. (04 -632) Jon Spangler, Alameda, commended the City Clerk, support staff and Council for providing the agenda with links to the staff reports on -line; urged development of email sign up lists. (04 -633) Modessa Henderson, Harbor Island Tenant Association, urged Council to continue with negotiations with the owners of the Harbor Island Apartment; stated that the Association is looking for phasing in of the renovation process. (04 -634) Delores Wills Guyton, Harbor Island Tenant Association, urged consideration of permanent affordable housing for all renters in Alameda. (04 -635) Reginald Lee James, Harbor Island Tenant Association, thanked the Council for participation in the lawsuit; stated that the Association must be kept informed and involved; stipend checks from the owners have bounced. (04 -636) Isolina Cadle, Harbor Island Tenant Association, stated some tenants have been placed in shelters; repairs are not being made; urged Council to ensure that there is a just cause order implemented in Alameda for all tenants. Councilmember Kerr requested the City Attorney to find out whom tenants should contact in the Federal Court regarding violations of the court order. (04 -637) Cynthia Landry, Alameda, stated tenants were required to waive future legal rights if they wanted to stay through November 15; the wood used to close up doorways has a very bad odor. (04 -638) Lorraine Lilly, Harbor Island Tenant Association, urged Council to do more to help the tenants. COUNCIL COMMUNICATIONS (04 -639) Consideration of Mayor's nomination for appointment to the Commission on Disability Issues. Mayor Johnson nominated Alysa Beth Chadow for appointment to the Commission on Disability Issues. Regular Meeting Alameda City Council 15 November 16, 2004 (04 -640) Consideration of Mayor's nomination for appointment to the Historical Advisory Board. Mayor Johnson nominated Judith A. Lynch for appointment to the Historical Advisory Board. (04 -641) Consideration of Mayor's nomination for appointment to the Social Service Human Relations Board. Mayor Johnson nominated Karen L. Hollinger Jackson for appointment to the Social Service Human Relations Board. ADJOURNMENT There being no further business, Mayor Johnson adjourned the Regular Meeting at 11:12 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 16 November 16, 2004