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REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ALAMEDA
MARCH 19, 1991
The meeting convened at 7:35 p.m., with President Corica presiding.
The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Councilman Arnerich, Reverend
Dorothy Kimbrell gave the invocation.
ROLL CALL - Present: Councilmembers Camicia, Arnerich, and
President Corica - 3.
Absent: Councilmembers Thomas and Withrow - 2.
91-151 President Corica congratulated the St. Joseph Notre Dame High
School Men's Varsity Basketball Team team for winning the State
Championship; read congratulatory letter from Mayor Tom Bradley, Los
Angeles; and read proclamation commending the team and the school.
Tony Aiello, Principal of St. Joseph's High School, accepted the
proclamation, expressing his appreciation. Frank LaPorte, Coach,
introduced Team Members and others noted below, who were each
congratulated by each member of Council; and Team Members were
awarded Certificates of Appreciation for Athletic Achievement as well
as City pins and City Seal buttons by Mayor Corica. Team Members
were Kris Stone, Malik Jasper, Andre Cornwell, Thad Hufmann, Martin
Bond, Tony Damele, Tavvy Gatlin, Jason Kidd, Chuck Smith, (Nick
Millosovich and Adrian Ealy, absent); Managers were Kirby Harris,
John Pardo, Ron Sacramento (Dan Mills, absent); Ball Boys were Gordy
Johnson, Jr., Max Caraballo (Steven Rodrigeus, absent); Assistant
Coaches Gordy Johnson, Jose Caraballo, and Vice-Principal Philip
Gravem.
CONSENT CALENDAR
Councilman Arnerich moved approval of the Consent Calendar.
Councilmember Camicia seconded the motion which was carried by
unanimous voice vote - 3.
Items so enacted or adopted are indicated by an asterisk.
REPORTS AND RECOMMENDATIONS
*91-152 From Chair, Historical Advisory Board, regarding the 1991
National Historic Preservation Fund Programs for Certified Local
Governments. Accepted.
*91-153 From Public Works Director recommending authorization to
execute Joint Project Agreement for the Bay Farm Island Bike Bridge
Project with East Bay Regional Park District. Accepted.
*91-154 From Public Works Director reporting on City Hall Furnishing
Standards and authorization to issue Request for Proposals.
Accepted.
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*91-155 From Public Works Director recommending adoption of the PlanE
and Specifications, and calling for bids, for the construction of
Wheelchair Ramps, Phase 9, No. P.W. 10-90-15. Accepted.
*91-156 From Public Works Director recommending approval of execution
of an Agreement with Alameda County Flood Control and Water
Conservation District and Alameda's Share of Nonpoint Source Control
Management Program. Accepted.
*91-157 From Finance Director regarding Investment Portfolio as of
February 28, 1991. Accepted.
RESOLUTIONS
*91-158 Resolution No. 12081. "Approving Modification of the Golf
Course Restaurant Concessionaire's Agreement." Adopted.
*91-159 Resolution No. 12082. "Declaring April California
Earthquake Preparedness Month." Adopted.
FINAL PASSAGE OF ORDINANCES
*91-160 Ordinance No. 2533, N.S. "Amending Ordinance No. 535, New
Series, by repealing or revising various sections of the Alameda
Municipal Code." Adopted.
*91-161 Ordinance No. 2534, N.S. "Reclassifying and Rezoning
Certain Properties within the City of Alameda by amending Zoning
Ordinance No. 1277, New Series, that property located on the south
side of Buena Vista Avenue between Benton and Arbor Streets."
Adopted.
*91-162 Ordinance No. 2535, N.S. "Reclassifying and Rezoning
Certain Properties within the City of Alameda by amending Zoning
Ordinance No. 1277, New Series, that property located at 2112 and
2114 Lincoln Avenue." Adopted.
*91-163 Ordinance No. 2536, N.S. "Amending the Alameda Municipal
Code by Amending Sections 0-141, 20-142, 20-161, and 20-171 of
Article 4, Title XX thereto pertaining to the Time for Compliance and
the Appeal Fees for Adjustments of the Affordable Housing
Requirements for New and Expanded Development." Adopted.
BILLS
*91-164 Bills, certified by the City Manager to be correct, were
ratified in the amount of $1,817,868.13.
MINUTES
Councilmember Camicia moved approval of the Minutes of the Adjourned
Regular Council Meeting of March 7, 1991, and the Special Council
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Meeting of March 12, 1991. Councilman Arnerich seconded the motion
which was carried by unanimous voice vote - 3.
SPECIAL ORDERS OF THE DAY
90-165 Presentation of Service Certificate to Vincent Luczak, former
Pension Board Member.
President Corica commended Mr. Luczak for his efforts on the Pension
Board and dedication in service to the City; and presented a
Certificate of Service to Mr. Luczak,
WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS
90-166 From Eugene Chase, Alameda, concerning the three-way stop sign
at the intersection of Bayview Drive and Court Street.
Eugene Chase, 1076 Camellia Drive, requested Council to recognize
that no traffic problem exists at the intersection; the solution to
problem on Bayview is traffic synchronization so east-west traffic
through Alameda can move without frequent, time-consuming stops at
signal lights; if achieved, no one would use Shore Line/Bayview
Drive route.
Charles Millman, 2916 Bayview Drive, stated residents' pets have been
killed by speeders; a no-left-turn sign should be placed at Otis and
High to make flow of traffic smoother and faster after coming off the
bridge; an additional stop sign is needed at Laguna Vista on
Bayview; and commented Traffic Advisory Committee [TAC] is meeting
tomorrow [3/20/91], the matter is agendized for their consideration,
and sufficient notice was given to residents.
The Public Works Director stated the staff report recommends if
Council wishes to consider removing the stop sign, Council could
refer the matter to TAC; and in anticipation that Council might do
that, the matter was placed on the TAC agenda and notice was given
the people.
Councilman Arnerich stated he believes the stop signs have worked
effectively, and went on record that he will not recommend removal of
the stop signs from Bayview.
Councilmember Camicia moved acceptance of the written communication.
Councilman Arnerich seconded the motion.
Councilmember Camicia stated he is not unsympathetic to Mr. Chase;
however, there are a number of people in the neighborhood who have
worked over a long period of time for the [three-way] stop sign, and
until there is a great outcry to remove it, which he does not see
happening, he does not believe Council should remove the [three-way
stop] sign.
The motion was carried by unanimous voice vote - 3.
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HEARINGS
91-167 Consideration of establishing liens for repairs to sidewalk,
Driveway, Curb or Gutter at various locations in the City of Alameda.
President Corica explained the procedure of the hearing.
The Public Works Director reviewed background of matter and requested
deletion of five addresses from the list of real properties against
which liens are to be recorded, 2708 Lincoln, 1108 Union Street, 2300
Central Avenue, 1549 Bay Street, and 1420 Pacific Avenue; and
requested addition of 434 Haight Avenue for $593.72.
President Corica opened the public portion of the hearing.
On the call for proponents, there were none.
On the call for opponents, there were none.
President Corica closed the public portion of the hearing.
Councilmember Camicia moved the related resolution be taken out of
order. Councilman Arnerich seconded the motion which was carried by
unanimous voice vote - 3.
Councilmember Camicia moved the resolution, incorporating changes
detailed by the Public Works Director. Councilman Arnerich seconded
the motion which was carried by unanimous voice vote - 3.
91-168 Resolution No. 12083 "Confirming Report of Superintendent of
Streets in the Matter of the Repair of Sidewalk, Driveway, or Curb
and Gutter in Front of Various Properties and Directing the Filing of
a Notice of Lien on These Properties with the County Auditor."
Adopted.
Councilmember Camicia moved same [previous] motion [to adopt
resolution, incorporating changes as outlined by the Public Works
Director]. Councilman Arnerich seconded the motion, which was
carried by unanimous voice vote - 3.
REPORTS AND RECOMMENDATIONS
91-169 From Chair, Cable Television Oversight Committee, submitting
the 1990 Annual Report.
Councilmember Camicia moved the recommendation.
Councilman Arnerich expressed concern about the number of complaints
received regarding Cable's telephone service, and suggested calls
could be directed to the Citizens Response Center regarding
difficulty in getting through to Cable, perhaps for a short time, to
evaluate the situation.
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President Corica stated that would place a burden on the City to
provide what Cable should be providing; he would dislike starting
something because once the number is given out, calls will continue
to come in, and he does not believe it is the responsibility of the
City to provide that type of service; Cable should increase its
personnel if necessary.
Councilman Arnerich stated he will approve [the recommendation] if
the City Manager will make Cable aware of the Council's desire to
have Cable provide another person or more available phone lines.
The Assistant City Manager stated Cable receives around 9000 calls
per month and have added a new receptionist, nevertheless, there
appears to be a problem, and he will communicate Council's wishes to
Cable.
Councilmember Camicia suggested the City review the National Cable
Television Organization's standards of performance, and the Committee
regularly check whether Cable is in compliance.
Councilman Arnerich moved the recommendation [that Committee continue
to monitor and evaluate Cable]. Councilmember Camicia seconded the
motion which carried by unanimous voice vote - 3.
91-170 From Finance Director regarding Awards of Excellence received
by the City of Alameda.
President Corica stated Council is proud of receiving the award and
commended the Finance Director.
Councilmember Camicia moved the report. Councilman Arnerich
the motion which was carried by unanimous voice vote - 3.
91-171 From Recreation and Parks Director regarding request
two additional Park Maintenance Workers.
seconded
to hire
Donald Sherratt, 74 Basinside Way, Chairman, Recreation Commission,
stated additional staff is needed, the request to add two more
personnel to the maintenance crew is viable, and he hopes Council
will respond in a positive manner.
Councilman Arnerich stated the positions are needed; Recreation and
Parks Department personnel is down considerably from twenty years ago
while demands have increased due to new parks and more people
[served]; and moved the recommendation [to authorize hiring for two
additional maintenance positions].
Councilmember Camicia seconded the motion which was carried by
unanimous voice vote - 3.
91-172 From Public Works Director regarding Airport Roadway Project
Status Report.
President Corica stated an additional $25,000 is requested for the
study; he has a problem with that; Council promised the people
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nothing would be done [with the project] until a determination WE
made that the project would benefit the City of Alameda; that ha_
not been determined; if the Port of Oakland, City of Oakland, and
developers want to proceed, they can pick up the City's portion of
funding.
Councilman Arnerich clarified financing with the Assistant City
Manager, e.g., that the funding is not from General Fund but Traffic
Improvement Fund (TIF), and is already set aside.
In response to President Corica, the Public Works Director noted
other TIF projects include the new signal at Packet Landing Road and
Bridgeway, and a portion of the Doolittle widening project; and some
signal improvements on High Street and Fernside will be eligible for
funding.
President Corica stated his point is that not all TIF will be used
for the Project; and he is not willing to contribute more money
until a determination can be made that the Roadway is a benefit to
the City.
The Public Works Director noted the preliminary indications of
traffic predictions done as part of the study, indicate the Roadway
will make some improvements on the High Street/Fernside corridor,
several intersections would be at a better level of service both no
and in the future; and the Environmental Impact Report will give
detailed look at traffic and other implications from the Roadway.
Councilmember Camicia stated President Corica has brought up a good
point, as Council has stated it would like to see the net benefit to
Alameda; he sees no harm in holding the matter over for a month
until a report [providing the net benefit of Project to Alameda]
comes back from the Public Works Director, and so moved.
President Corica stated perhaps a way can be worked out to approach
the Roadway from Harbor Bay Parkway only.
Councilman Arnerich seconded Councilmember Camicia's motion which was
carried by unanimous voice vote - 3.
RESOLUTIONS
91-173 Resolution No. 12084 "Approving Salary-Classification
Resolution for Non Full-Time Positions." Adopted.
Councilmember Camicia moved adoption. Councilman Arnerich seconded
the motion which was carried by unanimous voice vote - 3.
INTRODUCTION OF ORDINANCES
Councilmember Camicia requested the following ten items be considered
together. President Corica concurred; the titles were read by the
City Clerk; and the motion for introduction of the ordinances was
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made following paragraph 91-183 .
91-174 Ordinance No. , N.S. "Amending Various Sections of the
Alameda Municipal Code Pertaining to the Public Works Department."
Introduced.
(See Paragraph 91-183)
91-175 Ordinance No. N.S. "Repeal of Sections 4-121, 4-122,
4-123, 4-124, and 4-125 of the Alameda Municipal Code, Chapter 1,
Article 2, Relating to a Public Health Center." Introduced.
(See Paragraph 91-183)
91-176 Ordinance No. , N.S. "Amending the Alameda Municipal
Code by Amending Section 3-123 of Article 2, Chapter 1, Title III
(Finance and Taxation) Relating to Demands Against City." Introduced.
(See Paragraph 91-183)
91-177 Ordinance No. , N.S. "Amending the Alameda Municipal
Code by Amending Section 3-171 of Chapter 1, Article 7, Title III
(Finance and Taxation) Relating to Authority to Advance Reimbursable
Funds." Introduced.
(See Paragraph 91-183)
91-178 Ordinance No. N.S. "Amending the Alameda Municipal
Code by Amending Section 3-321 of Chapter 3, Article 1, Title III
(Finance and Taxation) Relating to Taxable and Exempt Property."
Introduced.
(See Paragraph 91-183)
91-179 Ordinance No. , N.S. "Amending the Alameda Municipal
Code by Amending Sections 16-413, 16-422, 16-423, 16-424 and 16-425
of Chapter 4, Article 1 and Article 2, Title XVI (Police Regulations)
Relating to Lost, Stolen and Unclaimed Property." Introduced.
(See Paragraph 91-183)
91-180 Ordinance No. N.S. "Amending the Alameda Municipal
Code by Repealing Section 2-534 and Amending Section 2-538 of Chapter
5, Article 3, Title II (Administration) Relating to Sick Leave."
Introduced.
(See Paragraph 91-183)
91-181 Ordinance No. , N.S. "Amending the Alameda Municipal
Code by Amending Section 7-1117 of Chapter 1, Article 11, Title VII
(Carriers) Relating to Taxi Cabs." Introduced.
(See Paragraph 91-183)
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91-182 Ordinance No. , N.S. "Amending The Alameda Municipa.
Code by Repealing Sections 12-312 and 12-313 of Chapter 3, Article 1,
Title XII, Relating to Bath Houses and Swimming Tanks." Introduced.
(See Paragraph 91-183)
91-183 Ordinance No. , N.S. "Amending the Alameda Municipal
Code by Repealing Sections 12-341, 12-351, and 12-352 of Chapter 3,
Articles 4 and 5, Title XII (Regulations of Businesses, Occupations
and Industries) Relating to Shooting Galleries, Theaters and Shows."
Introduced.
Councilmember Camicia moved introduction of the ordinances.
Councilman Arnerich seconded the motion which was carried by
unanimous voice vote - 3.
91-184 Ordinance No. , N.S. "Amending the Alameda Municipal
Code by amending Section 17-432 of Title XVII Thereof to Provide for
the Installation of a Stop Sign at the Intersection of Garden Road at
MeCartney."
Councilman Arnerich stated he has noticed that some stop signE
installed over the past year have extension bars for visibilit
purposes; hopes the new sign [at Garden Road and Mecartney] will nc
have any obstructions; and a list of stop signs with obstruction:.
will be forwarded to Public Works.
Councilmember Camicia moved introduction. Councilman Arnerich
seconded the motion which was carried by unanimous voice vote - 3.
91-185 Ordinance No. , N.S. "Amending the Alameda Municipal
Code by Amending Section 17-342.4 of Chapter 3, Article 4, Title XVII
and Repealing Subsection (50) of Section 17-342 Relating to Parking
Restrictions on Saturdays in the 1300 Block of Park Avenue."
Councilmember Camicia moved introduction. Councilman Arnerich
seconded the motion which was carried by unanimous voice vote - 3.
NEW BUSINESS
91-186 Councilmember Camicia stated he is receiving complaints from
residents about excessive speed and trucks on Grand Street between
Constitution Way and the beach; he would like the matter placed on
the next Traffic Advisory Committee's Agenda and Council provided
[staff/TAC] recommendations to resolve the problem.
91-187 Vice Mayor Arnerich stated he has noticed there is no white
middle line on Grand Street from Otis to Central Avenue, ar
requested staff to look into the matter.
91-188 Councilmember Camicia requested a report at the next Counci..
Meeting on possible implications of providing health benefits to all
retired Councilmembers.
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91-189 Vice Mayor Arnerich stated he believes there are obstacles, a
traffic control electrical outlet and 5-foot-high bush, at the corner
of High Street and Fernside Blvd., opposite the convalescent
hospital, which create difficult turns.
ANNOUNCEMENT BY MAYOR OF CLOSED SESSION ACTION
91-190 President Corica announced that, prior to the regular meeting,
Council adjourned to Closed Session, and took the following action:
Taylor, N. v. City of Alameda, pursuant to Subsection (a) of the
legal counsel section of the Brown Act: discussed status of the case
and took no action.
ADJOURNMENT
91-191 President Corica adjourned the meeting at 8:45 p.m., in honor
of the St. Joseph's Notre Dame High School Basketball Team.
Respectfully submitted,
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DINE B. FELSCH, CMC
City Clerk
The agenda for this meeting was posted 72 hours in advance in
accordance with the Brown Act.
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