1996-01-02 MinutesMINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE ALAMEDA CITY COUNCIL
JANUARY 2, 1996
The meeting convened at 7:33 p.m., with Mayor Appezzato presiding.
The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Vice Mayor Mannix.
ROLL CALL - PRESENT:
ABSENT:
Councilmembers Arnerich, DeWitt, Lucas,
Vice Mayor Mannix and President Appezzato
- 5.
None.
PROCLAMATIONS AND SPECIAL ORDERS OF THE DAY
None.
CONSENT CALENDAR
President Appezzato stated that Item 4-A [Resolution Approving
Revised Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) and Salary Resolution
Between the United Public Employees, Local 790 S.E.I.U. and the
City of Alameda for the Period Commencing January 1, 1995 and
Ending December 31, 1998] was pulled for discussion.
Councilmember DeWitt moved approval of the remainder of the Consent
Calendar. Councilmember Lucas seconded the motion, which carried
by unanimous voice vote - 5.
Items so enacted or adopted are indicated by an asterisk.
4-A. See Paragraph (96-2).
4-B. (*96-1) Bills, certified by the City Manager to be true and
correct, were ratified in the sum of $1,702,578.61. Ratified.
4-A. (96-2) Resolution No. 12727 "Approving Revised Memorandum of
Understanding (MOU) and Salary Resolution Between the United Public
Employees, Local 790 S.E.I.U. and the City of Alameda for the
Period Commencing January 1, 1995 and Ending December 31, 1998."
Adopted.
Vice Mayor Mannix moved adoption of the Resolution. Councilman
Arnerich seconded the motion.
President Appezzato stated that he could not vote in support and
that it was not the right time to raise salaries.
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Councilmember Lucas concurred with President Appezzato.
Vice Mayor Mannix stated that he respected the opinions on the
conservative side of issuing a pay raise; however, that at some
point the City needed to evaluate what was happening to employees;
that the economy was picking up and [Alameda City employees] are
falling far behind [in wages compared to] adjacent communities;
that it was time to tell [Alameda] employees that they are valued
and give them the support that everybody recognizes in a paycheck.
The motion carried by the following voice vote: Ayes:
Councilmembers Arnerich, DeWitt and Vice Mayor Mannix - 3. Noes:
Councilmember Lucas and President Appezzato - 2. Absent: None.
REGULAR AGENDA ITEMS
President Appezzato announced that Item 5-A [Resolution Appointing
Carol Gottstein, D.D.S., M.D., as a Member of the Planning Board]
be held until later in the meeting.
5-A. See Paragraph (96-6).
5-B. (96-3) Final Passage of Ordinance No. 2715 "Amending the
Alameda Municipal Code by Repealing Section 2-63 (Lost, Stolen, and
Unclaimed Property) of Article V (Administrative Procedures and
Policies) of Chapter II (Administration) in its Entirety and
Replacing with Revised Section 2-63 (Lost, Stolen and Unclaimed
Property), of Article V (Administrative Procedures and Policies) of
Chapter II (Administration)."
Neil Patrick Sweeney, Alameda, suggested that monies received be
placed in a living trust and not in the General Fund; and that only
the money earned from the living trust interest be [transferred to
the General Fund].
John Scott Graham, Alameda, commented on the time frame and policy
for unclaimed personal property.
The Chief of Police explained the administrative procedures for
unclaimed properties.
Councilmember DeWitt stated that he received a call from a
concerned citizen inquiring about the Police Department's
procedures for locating rightful owners of lost properties.
The Chief of Police explained the procedures for contacting
rightful owners; and expressed the importance of property owners
marking personal property with identification numbers, e.g. drivers
license number or other identifying number, in order to utilize the
State-wide computer system for lost or stolen property.
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In response to Councilmember DeWitt's inquiry, the Chief of Police
stated that monies procured from auctions are placed in the City's
General Fund.
Councilmember DeWitt stated that the next Bureau of Electricity's
ELECTRIC FLASH NEWSLETTER should include procedures for claiming
lost property, and the importance of identification numbers.
Vice Mayor Mannix reiterated that the property would be held at
least three months.
The City Council, by consensus, finally adopted the Ordinance,
which carried by unanimous voice vote - 5.
5-C. (96-4) Final Passage of Ordinance No. 2716 "Amending the
Alameda Municipal Code by Adding Section 23-7 (Prohibition of
Camping in City Parks) to Chapter XXIII (Parks, Recreation Areas
and Public Property)."
Allen Derr, Alameda, suggested that the proposed wording be revised
regarding camp paraphernalia.
The City Attorney stated that she understood the intent of Council;
and clarified that language would be added to the Camp
Paraphernalia Section that it does not include picnic equipment,
barbecues, or things of that general nature.
Councilman Arnerich clarified the intent of the Ordinance.
Vice Mayor Mannix moved adoption of the Ordinance. Councilmember
DeWitt seconded the motion.
Neil Patrick Sweeney, commented on video cameras being used to
monitor the community from the Police Station.
The motion carried by the following voice vote - 5.
5-D. (96-5) Final Passage of Ordinance No. 2717 "Amending the
Alameda Municipal Code by Amending Subsections 5-24.2, 5-24.3, 5-
24.4, 5-24.8d, 5-24.16 and 5-24.21 of Section 5-24 (Bingo Games for
Charity) of Chapter V, (Licenses and Permits), Thereof, Regulating
Bingo Ganes for Charity."
Councilmember Lucas moved adoption of the Ordinance. Councilman
Arnerich seconded the motion.
Following discussion regarding spot audits, the City Manager stated
that he would look into the matter.
The motion carried by unanimous voice vote - 5.
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5 -A. (96 -6) Resolution No. 12728 "Appointing Carol Gottstein,
D.D.S., M.D., as a Member of the Planning Board."
Vice Mayor Mannix moved adoption of the Resolution. Councilmember
DeWitt seconded the motion, which carried by unanimous voice vote -
5.
The City Clerk administered the Oath of Office to Dr. Gottstein.
ORAL COMMUNICATIONS. NON - AGENDA (Public Comment)
6 -A. (96 -7) Earl Peacock, Alameda, requested a copy of the letter
to the property owners of the Webster House regarding their
rehabilitation project, and also the status report on the odor
problem at Crab Cove.
The City Manager stated said copies would be provided to Mr.
Peacock.
6 -B. (96 -8) John Scott Graham, Alameda, commented on matters
regarding aid for the homeless.
6 -C. (96 -9) Neil Patrick Sweeney, Alameda, discussed issues
relating to base use, BRAG and proclamations.
COUNCIL COMMUNICATIONS (Communications from Council)
7 -A. (96 -10) Councilmember Lucas requested staff to provide her
with a list of addresses of Type 1 Federal Firearms License
violators, and information on what the City intends to do about the
matter.
7 -B. (96 -11) Councilmember Lucas stated that she is concerned about
the Alameda Theater project; that the January 1st edition of the
Chronicle Newspaper had an article regarding renovation of a once
grand San Rafael movie house; that she would like Community
Development to look into San Rafael's redevelopment [project]; that
apparently [San Rafael's] redevelopment is being done with public
funds and non - profit organizations; and that she would like a
report on the matter.
7 -C. (96 -12) Councilman Arnerich stated that he wants the Bike
Bridge completed and that Council should receive a report on the
matter.
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ADJOURNMENT
8-A. (96-13) President Appezzato adjourned the meeting at 8:15 p.m.
spectfully smi ted,
aue
DIANE B. FELSCH, CMC
City Clerk
The agenda for this meeting was posted in advance in accordance
with the Brown Act.
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