1992-11-17 Regular CC MinutesMINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE ALAMEDA CITY COUNCIL
NOVEMBER 17, 1992
The meeting convened at 7:32 p.m., with President Withrow
presiding. Councilmember Camicia led the Pledge of Allegiance, and
Reverend Robert Keller gave the invocation.
ROLL CALL - Present: Councilmembers Arnerich, Camicia, Lucas,
Roth and President Withrow - 5.
Absent: None.
ANNOUNCEMENT OF CLOSED SESSION ACTIONS
Mayor Withrow announced that Council convened in Closed Session at
7:05 to consider:
92-783 Initiation of Litigation pursuant to Subsection (c) of
Government Code Section 54956.9: Mayor Withrow stated no action was
taken.
92-784 Labor Negotiations pursuant to Section 54957.6 of the
Brown Act: Mayor Withrow announced no action was taken.
PROCLAMATIONS AND SPECIAL ORDERS OF THE DAY,
92-785
Day.
Proclamation declaring December 8, 1992, Don MacDowell
Mayor Withrow presented Proclamation to Don MacDowell, President,
Alameda Board of Education; and commended him for his sixty years
in Alameda education as teacher, administrator, Board Member and
President.
CONSENT CALENDAR
Mayor Withrow noted he will abstain on *92-787 and 92-797 reports
concerning Bay Farm Island Reclamation District; and removed the
following items from the Consent Calendar for discussion 92-797
report regarding Bay Farm Island Perimeter Dike; 92-798 report
regarding repair of streets; and 92-799 ordinance regarding Linoaks
Motel lease.
Vice Mayor Lucas moved approval of the remainder of the Consent
Calendar. Councilman Arnerich seconded the motion which carried by
unanimous voice vote - 5 [with the exception of *92-787 and 92-797
on which Mayor Withrow abstained].
Items so enacted or adopted are indicated by an asterisk.
*92-786 Minutes of the Adjourned Regular Council Meeting of
November 4, 1992, and the Special Council Meeting of November 4,
1992. Approved.
November 17, 1992
*92-787 Report from the Assistant City Manager transmitting the
Valuation Commissioners' Report, Operation and Maintenance
Assessment Rolls, and Setting a Hearing Date of December 1, 1992,
7:30 p.m., on Bay Farm Island Reclamation District No. 2105.
Accepted. [President Withrow abstained]
*92-788 Report from the Public Works Director recommending Stop
Sign Control at the Intersection of Court and Fillmore Streets.
Accepted.
*92-789 Report from the Public Works Director recommending change
from Yield to Stop Sign Installation at the intersection of
Fountain and Jackson Streets. Accepted.
*92-790 Report from the Planning Director recommending a hearing
be set for the Appeal of a Planning Board approval of Soskin Design
Review, DR-92-146, for remodeling and addition at 1526 Fountain
Street. Appellant: Sylvia Blumberg. Accepted.
*92-791 Report from the Community Development Director
recommending Reprogramming of CDBG Funds and Amending FY 1992-93
CDBG Final Statement and Related Grant Agreement. Accepted.
*92-792 Report from the Finance Director transmitting Investment
Report for period ending October 31, 1992. Accepted.
*92-793 Resolution No. 12344 "Authorizing Application for
1993-94 Transportation Development Act (TDA) Funds for
Pedestrian/Bicycle Projects." Adopted.
*92-794 Resolution No. 12345 "Authorizing an Appropriation for
the City's Obligation Under the Cooperation Agreement Between the
City of Alameda and the Community Improvement Commission." Adopted.
*92-795 Resolution No. 12346 "Stating the Administrative
Policy of the City Regarding Deductions from Compensation of
Employees Exempt from the Overtime Provisions of the Fair Labor
Standards Act." Adopted.
*92-796 Bills, certified by the City Manager as true and correct,
were ratified in the sum of $934.767.01.
92-797 Report from the Assistant City Manager recommending
approval of Dike Maintenance Agreement for the Bay Farm Island
(BFI) Perimeter Dike.
President Withrow stepped down from the dais to abstain; Vice Mayor
Lucas assumed the Chair. The City Manager and City Attorney also
stepped down, and the Assistant City Manager and Assistant City
Attorney took their places on the dais.
Councilman Arnerich commended Councilmember Roth and Assistant City
Manager for their efforts; and moved acceptance of the report and
recommendation.
November 17, 1992
Councilmember Roth seconded the motion and stated he was proud of
City staff and Committee Members.
The motion carried by the following voice vote: Ayes:
Councilmembers Arnerich, Camicia, Roth and Vice Mayor Lucas - 4.
Noes: None. Absent: None. Abstentions: President Withrow - 1.
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President Withrow returned to the dais and assumed the Chair. The
City Manager and City Attorney also returned to the dais.
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92-798 Report from the Public Works Director recommending
acceptance of work by Gallagher & Burk, Inc. for the Repair and
Resurfacing of Certain Streets, Phase 13, No. P.W. 3-92-06.
Gerhard Degemann, Alameda, stated titles of reports on repair and
resurfacing of certain streets should include street names.
Councilmember Camicia moved acceptance of the report and
recommendation. Councilman Arnerich seconded the motion which
carried by unanimous voice vote - 5.
92-799 Ordinance No. • N.S. "Authorizing Execution of a
Lease Extension for the Linoaks Motel." Introduced.
Charles Millman, Alameda, stated the Lease should be based upon
what the City Manager presented to the City Council in 1989; State
law requires it; City should either take over the operation of the
motel and start making money, or not go on with the Lease.
In response to Councilmember Roth, the Assistant City Manager
explained the return on investment regarding the property; and
added there are no Mello Roos funds involved in the purchase of the
motel.
Councilmember Roth moved introduction of the ordinance. Councilman
Arnerich seconded the motion which carried by unanimous voice vote
- 5.
REGULAR AGENDA
92-800 Report from Vice Mayor Lucas regarding a Police
Department Ombudsman Program.
Vice Mayor Lucas stated the Mayor's Committee on Cultural and
Ethnic Diversity [MCCED] proposed a Police Review Board or an
Ombudsman Program be initiated; compared the two programs, noted
her reasons for wanting an ombudsman program, read characteristics
of a successful ombudsman program investigating nursing home
complaints in Oakland; suggested trial program for one or two years
to restore citizen trust in Police Department, if the program does
not, then it can be reevaluated; stated she will ask Council refer
the matter to Mayor's Committee for recommendations to implement
the program.
November 17, 1992
The Police Chief noted reasons police administrators generally
oppose civilian review; numerous agencies have authority to
investigate police and do so; high cost of civilian review boards;
Department makes 400,000 contacts per year with average 34 citizen
complaints; a good percentage of police misconduct is uncovered by
police internal process; he would rather the City place funds into
pro-active law enforcement and positive programs, e.g., community
policing, accreditation program.
Lois Workman, Vice-President, Social Service Human Relations Board,
stated Board believes ombudsman idea should be explored.
Elsa Bogosian, Alameda, stated she is a member of countywide
ombudsman program to investigate nursing homes, ombudsman program
does not have enforcement provisions but are channels for citizen
comments and ideas.
Responding to Councilman Arnerich, Ms. Bogosian replied County
program includes a paid staff and corp of trained volunteers.
Kate Quick, Alameda, stated ombudsman program has merit in terms of
communication; does not see it as threatening but supportive; MCCED
found police were open, gracious and professional; an independent
ombudsman should be a paid professional.
Richard Young, Alameda, former Alameda Chief of Police, stated
number of Police Department complaints is very low; the department
has a good procedure in place for investigating; he would like the
proposal defeated.
Angus MacDonald, Alameda, requested Council establish some form of
review as soon as possible.
David Plummer, Alameda, stated a police ombudsman program would
only add another level of malaligned control in Alameda that the
City cannot afford; described problems in Lincoln Park; and stated
an ombudsman program would further tie the hands of the police
force from performing in the manner and purpose for which they were
hired, and urged Council think long and hard before approving such
a program.
President Withrow requested a report back to Council regarding
enforcement of non-alcoholic beverages regulation in City parks and
specifically Lincoln Park.
Gerhard Degemann, Alameda, stated his confidence in the Police
Department, which went through scrutiny last year; Council owes to
Department the opportunity to police themselves; he cannot see, on
a tight budget when cutting services and laying off people, another
program that needs staffing.
Jane Ehiogu, Alameda, stated she sees police harassing people;
Alameda is a good City; and urged Council think about every human
being regardless of nationality.
November 17, 1992
Michael Ahern, Alameda, stated negative things printed about Police
Department in newspaper, to a large degree, is where public
perception of police comes from; supporting Department is
important; and program is not feasible.
President Withrow stated Council does not have any lack of
confidence in the Police Department.
David McIntyre, Alameda, stated a police review commission like
Berkeley's does not work better than other forms of government but
is a necessary form of government; is not cheap but is a needed
cost item.
Neil Patrick Sweeney, Alameda, stated he was with Oakland Police
Department 24 years; Alameda Police Department is one of the best
police departments anywhere; if another entity is created, more
cutbacks will occur.
President Withrow stated he has full confidence in the Police
Department; most persons were talking in terms of communicating,
and that is different from a Board of Review, which he opposes;
believes the City needs a facilitator, a point of contact in City
government away from the Police Department to provide a channel of
communication, and assure responsiveness; believes so few
complaints of substance will have emerged, at the end of year
[Council] will find it could probably do it with a volunteer; if a
lack of responsiveness, the individual could report to City Manager
suggesting he look at the matter; and he [President Withrow] will
not support an independent investigator.
Councilmember Roth stated he does not believe the Police Department
needs to be singled out; people need to go to one place for an
explanation who to see in any one department, and if not happy,
they can take the matter to the City Manager; Council cut two such
positions out of the budget about a year ago and should revisit
that [action].
President Withrow stated the facilitator should look at the whole
City, not just one department.
Councilmember Camicia stated the majority of complainants know the
complaint process; need to make persons who are unfamiliar with the
process state their complaints without any fear; and it is
important to establish an ombudsman program, not a civilian review
board.
Councilman Arnerich stated he strongly opposes an ombudsman
program, and provided reasons why.
Vice Mayor Lucas stated she has great confidence in the Police
Department, however, a segment of the community feel unprotected by
the Department; an ombudsman is desirable for any governmental
function in the City; would like the position to be called
"facilitator;" and would like to try the program for a year or two.
November 17, 1992
In response to Councilmember Roth, Vice Mayor Lucas stated the
facilitator will have some investigative power to determine if a
complaint is factual; there will definitely be no enforcement
powers; and would like the Mayor's Committee to come up with how
much investigation should be done.
President Withrow stated the issue of investigation is sensitive,
and does not think a lay person without background, training, and
expertise can have investigative authority over police
professionals in the City; sees the role as a facilitator.
Councilmember Roth stated if Council could not do the job, how can
Council expect someone appointed to do any more. President Withrow
stated Council is precluded by Charter from interfering in
personnel actions of the staff, however, Council can set policy for
the City.
The City Attorney stated a facilitator could be employed or used as
a volunteer with the consent of the City Manager; the individual
would have to comply with State law, the Peace Officers' Bill of
Rights.
Vice Mayor Lucas moved to refer the matter to the Mayor's Committee
to develop a proposal and guidelines for a Police Department
facilitator program, with caveat that the investigative power needs
to be controlled and to obtain the advice of the City Attorney on
that; and set a time limit on the program. Councilmember Camicia
seconded the motion, and added that the Committee should recommend
a broad range of recommendations and address Council's questions
tonight.
Councilmember Roth stated program should be Citywide.
President Withrow stated he tends to go in that direction,
otherwise an individual could not be fully employed.
Vice Mayor Lucas stated she does not believe a full time position
is required.
The motion was carried by the following voice vote: Ayes:
Councilmembers Camicia, Lucas, and President Withrow - 3. Noes:
Councilmembers Arnerich and Roth - 2. Absent: None.
92-801 Report from Chair, Golf Commission, requesting that City
Council, by motion accept report and delegate the City Manager
authority to authorize complimentary play relative to the Golf
Complex.
Marion Miller, Alameda, Alameda City Employees' Association, stated
offering complimentary golf to people, while laying off employees,
can send a mixed message to the City.
Councilman Arnerich moved to accept the recommendation. Vice Mayor
November 17, 1992
Lucas seconded the motion.
In response to Councilmember Camicia, the Assistant City Manager
noted Commissioners stated they would exempt themselves; the issue
of future Golf Commissioner play was not addressed.
Following Council discussion, Councilman Arnerich amended the
motion to eliminate Item No. 2 of the Golf Commission's
recommendations [that active members of the Golf Commission not
receive complimentary play at the Golf Complex] and accept No. 1,
that the Council delegate to the City Manager the authority to
authorize future complimentary play relative to the Golf Complex.
Vice Mayor Lucas agreed. The motion was carried by unanimous voice
vote - 5.
92-802 Report from Chair, Economic Development Commission (EDC),
Regarding Improved access to Alameda as Part of the Caltrans
Cypress Replacement Freeway Project and the Caltrans ALA 880/61
Corridor Project.
Al Wright, Alameda, Vice President, Park Street Business
Association, stated need for easier access, better signage, and
23rd Avenue overcrossing rebuilding to allow direct access to Park
Street from north and south; and urged Council initiate action on
the EDC recommendation.
Shirley Nelson, President, West Alameda Business Association
[WABA], stated WABA is interested in having Council accept the EDC
recommendations; and would like to have off-ramp going to the
Webster Tube.
Helen Sause, Alameda, Chair, EDC, stated the EDC has been working
to improve communication with firms doing business in Alameda, and
the Caltrans Project supplies an opportunity to improve access to
Alameda, and urged Council vote favorably.
Reverend Larold Schulz, Alameda, Member, EDC, stated improved
ingress, egress, and signage, are areas of concern; Council needs
to take a strong position and make matter a high priority.
Gerhard Degemann, Alameda, stated his company depends on out-of-
town business, and customers have trouble finding their way to
Alameda; and signage is very important.
President Withrow stated Preston Kelley, Area Director of Caltrans,
has stated signage issue will be addressed; discussed signage
within the City, noted the Mayor of Oakland is supportive [of
access signage]; and he [Withrow] supports EDC initiative.
Councilmember Roth moved acceptance of recommendation.
Councilmember Camicia seconded the motion which carried by
unanimous voice vote - 5.
92-803 Report from the Public Works Director recommending
November 17, 1992
execution of Contract with Crosby, Helmich, Frye & Drake for
completion of design work for seismic work for seismic retrofit and
refurbishing of City Hall.
Vice Mayor Lucas moved acceptance of the recommendation.
Councilman Arnerich seconded the motion.
In response to Councilmember Camicia, the Public Works Director
explained the background of the matter.
Councilmember Roth stated that he would like the City Hall Tower
eliminated from the Plans; the Public Works Director responded the
Tower will be an alternate bid.
Vice Mayor Lucas stated the design was agreed upon after lengthy
community discussions and she would not like changes at this point;
obtaining two estimates, one with the tower and one without, is a
sensible approach.
Councilmember Camicia stated television camera equipment should be
included in the Project and Contract. The Public Works Director
stated the architect is to advise whether the cameras should be
included in contract or bought separately; and will be put into the
project.
The motion was carried by unanimous voice vote - 5.
92-804 Report from the Public Works Director recommending
approval of Sidewalk Cafe Encroachment Permit Procedures and
Conditions.
Wendy Sprague, Alameda, Executive Director, Park Street Business
Association (PSBA), stated the proposal is in keeping with PSBA's
goal for more pedestrian oriented and vital atmosphere in downtown
area; PSBA recommends approval of recommendation.
Francie Farinet, Alameda, stated she owns a business in Alameda and
requested Council support Permit Procedures and Conditions.
Councilmember Camicia moved acceptance of recommendation.
Councilmember Roth seconded the motion.
The motion was carried by unanimous voice vote - 5.
92-805 Report from the Chief of Police regarding Cat Licensing
and Vaccination Regulations; [See 92-808 for discussion]
92-806 Ordinance No. N.S., "Amending the Alameda
Municipal Code by Amending Subsections 7-2.1(e)(1), 7-3, 7-3.1, 7-
3.2, 7-3.4, 7-3.5, 7-3.6 and 7-10.1(c) of Chapter VII (Animal
Control) Pertaining to Licensing and Vaccination of Cats." Not
Introduced. [See 92-808 for discussion]
92-807 Ordinance No.
N.S.. "Amending the Alameda
November 17, 1992
Municipal Code by Amending Subsection 7-3.7 and Adding Subsection
7-3.12 to Chapter VII (Animal Control) Pertaining to Limitation on
Number of and Confinement of Cats." Not Introduced. [See 92-808
for discussion]
92-808 Resolution No. "Amending Master Fee Resolution
No. 12191 Relating to License Fees for Dogs and Cats."
The Chief of Police stated the Department recommends ordinance
requiring cat vaccination and licensing; the matter of the number
of cats per household, and confinement of cats was discussed at a
number of public meetings, however, there was no concurrence among
interest groups.
Carmen LaSar, Alameda Humane Society, stated she has been involved
with Animal Shelter for 20 years, favors cat licensing because it
means the cat received an anti-rabies vaccination; Alameda County
is a rabid area, and people should not be put at risk.
Thomas Cooke, Cats And Responsible Equity (C.A.R.E.), submitted
petition with 457 signatures supporting vaccinating and licensing
cats and restriction of cats to owners' properties; stated he
supports passage of ordinance.
Zahira Breedy, stated she represents C.A.R.E.; Alameda has too many
feral cats; cats must be vaccinated and licensed; people should be
considered who do not want other people's cats in their yards; and
she has indoor cats.
Joseph DiDonato, Alameda, stated he is Wildlife Specialist, East
Bay Regional Park District, is concerned about feral cats; cats are
primary predator of federally endangered clapper rails; urged
Council vote for ordinances, and control and neutering of cats.
Charles Millman, Alameda, stated about 1300 cats are being
euthanized in Alameda each year; instead of killing cats, the
problem should be controlled by a low cost spay and neutering
clinic; if licensing is passed, the money should be used for the
clinic.
David Lauderback, Foes of Unfair Regulation, FUR, stated the
objection to a mandatory license law is the fee which would be a
burden to fixed and low income persons and does not address feral
and abandoned cats; agrees to mandatory license and vaccination;
the problem is too many unwanted pets and the solution is low cost
spay and neuter.
Diane McDermott, Alameda, stated a person who has a problem with a
cat should talk to its owner; cats should not be confined; if a cat
ordinance is passed, the cost should be fair and reasonable.
Barbara Kerr, Alameda, stated a letter was attached to report on
Humane Society's letterhead; she [Kerr] called the national
societies and local society, and they had not voted to approve the
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letter, confinement is not policy of the national societies.
Jan Henault, Alameda, stated the letter from the Humane Society is
not based on a decision by the Humane Society Directors nor on a
survey by its membership.
In response to Councilman Arnerich, Ms. Henault replied she would
like a strong program for low-cost spay and neuter; would agree to
reasonable cost for licensing; and cats already are vaccinated
except perhaps for feral or abandoned cats.
Councilman Arnerich stated he does not believe in the confinement
of cats; would like a Licensing Amnesty Program to July 1, 1993;
supports [mandatory anti-rabies vaccination], spaying and
neutering, $10.00 fee and 50% discount for Senior Citizens;
recommends Senior Citizens 60 years of age and over, who are below
the poverty line, not be charged fees; and funds generated should
go to the Animal Shelter.
In response to Vice Mayor Lucas, the Police Chief stated the Police
Lieutenant who oversees the Shelter is working with local
veterinarians to provide low-cost spaying and neutering service.
Lt. McWilliams stated the result of discussions still in process,
is that each veterinarian has initially agreed to donate $1000 in
services.
Councilmember Roth suggested a special license for cats owned for
the purpose of breeding; Councilmember Camicia stated staff should
develop language concerning the matter.
Councilman Arnerich stated he does not agree with limitation on
cats.
Vice Mayor Lucas stated waiving the license fee may assist owners
but will not take care of the rabies shots, spaying and neutering.
In response to Councilman Arnerich, Mr. Lauderback stated a survey
of local veterinarians reflects the cost of neutering a male cat
ranges from $40 to $73 and spaying a female $55 to $93 and listed
a number of necessary shots and tests prior to neutering; total
would be $106 to $150 in Alameda; a veterinarian in El Cerrito
charges $15 to neuter a male and $20 to spay a female.
Councilmember Roth proposed that issues be addressed in steps; that
licensing and vaccinations be first, and fees generated in six or
twelve months could be used for a spay and neuter program.
President Withrow noted, with funds generated, perhaps the City
could hire someone to do it.
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Councilman Arnerich moved to extend the meeting past 11:00 p.m.
Councilmember Roth seconded the motion which carried by unanimous
vote - 5.
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Ms. Bass, Animal Shelter, in response to President Withrow's
inquiry stated she is not aware of anyone other than a veterinarian
being permitted to spay and neuter.
President Withrow stated it can be done in other states; the matter
should be researched and perhaps can be appealed.
Mr. Lauderback noted Pet Hospitals in other cities that provide low
cost spaying and neutering.
The Police Chief responded staff will research the aspects of a
spay and neuter program, and come back to Council at a later time.
Councilman Arnerich moved that all cats be licensed in the City;
an amnesty period be provided until July 1, 1993; that an anti-
rabies vaccination be a pre-condition to licensing; Senior Citizens
receive a 50% discount on vaccination fees and Seniors 60 years of
age and over, and below the poverty level, not be charged fees;
that dollars generated from the program go to the Animal Shelter;
and there will be no confinement requirement, nor limitation on the
number of cats one may own. Councilmember Camicia seconded the
motion which was carried by unanimous voice vote - 5.
92-809 Report from the Fire Chief regarding Volunteer
Firefighter Program.
Marion Miller, Alameda, stated she would feel more comfortable
having firefighters who work together, rather than a Volunteer Fire
Department.
Councilmember Camicia clarified Council is not talking about a
Volunteer Fire Department but a program.
President Withrow added the program is a reserve program to
supplement the basic compensated Department personnel.
The Fire Chief noted, if Council accepts staff report, Council will
be authorizing him to proceed with the next step, which includes
discussions with firefighters' Union and a Committee so all ranks
in the department can formulate the specifics.
Councilmember Roth moved acceptance of the Report; stated Council
desires a Volunteer Firefighter Program; staff talk with the
firefighters' Union and any other interested parties; and exact
specifics and bring matter back to the Council. Vice Mayor Lucas
seconded the motion which carried by unanimous voice vote - 5.
92-810 Written Communication from Inlandboatmen's Union of the
Pacific, San Francisco region, concerning the Harbor Bay Maritime
Ferry (HBMF) Operation.
W. Graham Claytor, Alameda, stated service is operated by non-union
employees, City should encourage HBMF talk to Inlandboatmen's
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Union, and should investigate collapsed dock in San Francisco.
Councilmember Camicia stated Union and HBMF have negotiated for
months; and the float that collapsed was approved by the Port of
San Francisco, the City of San Francisco and BCDC; both ferry
services are doing very well.
Brad Hansen, Alameda, commended HBMF service; stated Union wants to
make an example of this ferry to show non-unionized ferries are not
sanctioned on the Bay; requested riders stand to show support for
HBMF; requested Council allow business run privately.
Alan Garcia, Alameda, stated he heard picketers talk about
importance of unionizing HBMF to guarantee high wages with other
ferry companies; picketers have intimidated passengers, blocked
entrance to [landing] parking lot, hit his car with signs; he has
concerns for safety; urged Council act to secure future of HBMF.
Verislav Omer, Alameda, stated he moved to Bay Farm Island for his
children's safety and commute to San Francisco; his car was
blocked, he was verbally attacked by union members; believes their
acts are illegal, and urged Council provide safety.
Marna Mitchell, San Francisco attorney, Alameda resident, confirmed
Mr. Garcia's testimony, noted language used by union members;
citizens are intimidated and threatened and Council must act
immediately.
Sharon Ster, Alameda, read letter from her husband stating his
support for HBMF service, his bus was delayed by picketers, he
requested Council not put HBMF under further hardship.
Following Council discussion, the Police Chief stated police
officers will be at the Harbor Bay Ferry terminal in the morning to
protect citizens using ferry system; he will contact San Francisco
Police Department to protect, at that end, the rights of Alameda
citizens using the ferry; and Union officials will be informed as
soon as possible of the complaints.
In response to Councilman Arnerich, the Police Chief stated Harbor
Bay Security can always assist.
The City Attorney noted the Police Department can enforce Alameda
Muncipal Code provisions prohibiting people from interfering with
sidewalks and public access on public right-of-ways.
Councilmember Camicia stated the City may also want to contact the
Central Labor Council in Oakland; and a conversation between Mayor
Withrow and Owen Marron, [Secretary of the Council] might do some
good.
Councilmember Roth moved acceptance of the communication. Vice
Mayor Lucas seconded the motion which was carried by unanimous
voice vote - 5.
November 17, 1992
92-811 Ordinance No. 2619, N.S. "Amending the Alameda Municipal
Code by Adding Subsection 1-5.3 to Chapter I, Thereof, Establishing
a Procedure to Record a Notice of Violation Against Real Property
for Violations of the Alameda Municipal Code." Adopted.
Vice Mayor Lucas moved final passage. Councilmember Roth seconded
the motion which carried by unanimous voice vote - 5.
ORAL COMMUNICATIONS, NON-AGENDA
92-812 Angus MacDonald, Alameda, stated Alameda Police Officer
Sean Lynch should be assigned a desk job, and provided Council with
his reasons for suggestion.
92-813 John Convery, Alameda, stated his property at 2400
Lincoln Avenue has roof damage due to the removal of billboard
steel supports; Alameda is one of a very few cities which have a
no-billboard ordinance; ordinance has not been tested in the United
States Supreme Court yet; Alameda took away 100% of his economic
right, his monthly income from the billboards; another City
ordinance prohibits more than two layers of roofing which prevents
repair of the roof; and requested the Council to consider the
matter an urgent one, to be taken care of immediately.
Councilmember Camicia requested an off-agenda report on the [repair
of roof] matter.
NEW BUSINESS AND UNFINISHED BUSINESS,
92-814 Consideration of nomination of appointment to the City
Planning Board.
President Withrow nominated Gary Thomas.
92-815 Councilman Arnerich stated he would like the Recreation
Commission to consider naming the baseball field at Lincoln Park
the Bartell Field.
ADJOURNMENT
President Withrow adjourned the meeting at 12:13 a.m.
Respectfully submitted,
DIANE B. FELSCH, CMC
City Clerk
The agenda for this meeting was posted 72 hours in advance.
November 17, 1992