1989-05-02 Regular CC Minutes0
REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ALAMEDA
HELD TUESDAY - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - MAY 2, 1989
The meeting convened at 7:40 p.m. (at the conclusion of the Closed
Session, and the Annual Community Improvement Commission meeting)
with President Corica presiding. The Pledge of Allegiance was led
by Counciiman Arnerich. Reverend Robert Keller gave the
invocation.
CLOSED SESSION
89 -307 President Corica announced that Council had met in Closed
Session regarding the following, and would return to Closed Session
immediately following the adjournment of the regular meeting.
a) Pursuant to Government Code Section 54957.6, consider requests
of the 1082 Pension Improvement Committee.
b) Pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9 (a), consider the
following matters:
(1)
(2)
(3)
(4)
(5)
ROLL CALL -
MINUTES
Wagner v.
Johnson v.
Fischl v.
Coleman v.
Chancy v.
Present:
Absent:
City of Alameda, et al.
City of Alameda, et al.
City of Alameda, et al.
City of Alameda, et al.
City of Alameda, et al.
Councilmembers Arnerich, Camicia, Thomas,
Withrow and President Corica - 5.
None.
Councilman Arnerich made a motion to approve the minutes of the
Regular *Council Meeting of April 18, 1989. Councilmember Camicia
seconded the motion which was carried by unanimous voice vote - 5.
SPECIAL ORDERS OF THE DAY
89 -308 Presentations by the Mayor
Exceptional Performance Awards.
of three
Mid - Management
1. Ralph Hinsberger [Supervising Librarian]
2. Paul Barneich [Assistant Fire Chief]
3. Cheri Sheets [Transportation Planner]
Mayor Corica commended each of the persons above, and presented
each with a recognition plaque, and a cash award or dinner
certificate.'
CONSENT CALENDAR
Councilmember Thomas requested Item No. 1 -F (89 -328), Bills, be
removed from the Consent Calendar to the Regular Agenda.
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Councilmember Camicia moved approval of the Consent Calendar with
the exception of item 1 -F. Councilmember Thomas seconded the
motion which was carried by unanimous voice vote - 5.
Items so enacted or adopted are indicated by an asterisk.
REPORTS AND RECOMMENDATIONS
*89 -309 From Acting Finance Director submitting Investment
Portfolio Report as of March 31, 1989. Approved.
RESOLUTIONS
*89 -310 Resolution No. 11708 "Authorizing open market purchase of
Turf Sweeper for the Golf Course." Adopted.
*89 -311 Resolution No. 11709 "Awarding contract to Valley Oil
Company for fuel purchases for the period starting June 1, 1989 and
ending May 31, 1990 and authorizing execution thereof." Adopted.
*89 -312 Resolution No. 11710 "Declaring intentions to authorize a
City encroachment permit for the West Alameda Business
Association's 1989 West End Round -up promotion and authorizing the
City's application for Caltrans permits for said event.
FINAL PASSAGE OF ORDINANCES
*89 -313 Ordinance No. 24311 N.S. "Amending the Alameda Municipal
Code, Title X, Chapter 2, Electrical Code, Article 4 (in part) by
substituting the following Section in its entirety: Section
10 -248, National Electrical Code." Adopted.
WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS
89 -314 From John Scott Graham, Alameda, regarding Caltrans proposal
for a Southern Crossing.
Mr. Graham commented regarding his suggestions on how Alameda can
approach the issue of a Southern Crossing.
Councilman Arnerich made a motion to accept the written
communication. Councilmember Camicia seconded the motion which was
carried by unanimous voice vote - 5.
REPORTS AND RECOMMENDATIONS
89 -315 From Chairman, Historical Advisory Commission, recommending
designation of the Burbank Heritage Area.
Robert DeCelle, Chairman, Historical Advisory Commission, stated
the Commission would like to name the Heritage area the Bay Park
Heritage Area as that is what the area was called before being
changed to Burbank Street.
Councilmember Withrow moved the Burbank neighborhood be designated
as the third Heritage Area. Councilmember Camicia seconded the
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motion which was carried by unanimous voice vote - 5.
89 -316 From Chairman, Historical Advisory Commission, recommending
a future use of the Carnegie Library Building.
Robert DeCelle, Chairman, Historical Advisory Commission, stated
the report, recommending the Carnegie building be retained as a
public library in perpetuity, was an action and recommendation of
the Commission made in February; and a report in response to
Council's request for alternate uses of the building is
forthcoming.
Councilmember Withrow made a motion to accept the report for the
record. Councilmember Camicia seconded the motion which was
carried by unanimous voice vote - 5.
89 -317 From the Recreation and Parks Director regarding relocation
of the Alameda Food Bank.
Ken Smith, 3137 Bali Lane, addressed the matter of litter, parking,
and efforts toward relocation, etc.
Councilmember Thomas suggested additional litter receptacles be
placed in the area of the Food Bank.
Councilman Arnerich made a motion to accept the report and
recommendation. Councilmember Withrow seconded the motion which
was carried by unanimous voice vote - 5.
RESOLUTIONS
89 -318 Resolution No. 11711 "Supporting Assembly Bill No. 1716
relating to schools and the development of gang prevention
curriculum." Adopted.
Councilmember Camicia made a motion to adopt the resolution.
Councilman Arnerich seconded the motion which was carried by
unanimous voice vote - 5.
89 -319 Resolution No. 11712 "Authorizing open market purchase of a
22 unit Mobil Digital Terminal System." Adopted.
Councilmember Withrow moved that the proposed open market purchase
of the MDT System be approved. Councilmember Camicia seconded the
motion which was carried by unanimous voice vote - 5.
INTRODUCTION OF ORDINANCES
89 -320 Ordinance No. , N.S. "Amending the Alameda Municipal
Code by amending Section 4 -213 of Article 1, Chapter 2, Title IV
thereof to prohibit riding of skateboards on school property."
Introduced.
Robert DeCelle, Alameda, stated that damage is being done by the
skateboarders on school property, and urged Council adopt the
change in the ordinance.
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Councilmember Camicia moved introduction of the ordinance.
Councilmember Withrow seconded the motion which was carried by
unanimous voice vote - 5.
89 -321 Ordinance No. , N.S. "Amending the Alameda Municipal
Code by adding Chapter 4 to Title XIII thereof establishing the
Alameda Business Improvement Area." Introduced.
Richard Roth, 1533 Webster, urged passage of the Business
Improvement Area (BIA).
Francie R. Farinet, 2404 Santa Clara, stated she believes it is
necessary to implement this assessment on businesses; and the BIA
is needed.
Bernard Rony, 1431 Park Street, stated Alameda could have an
.attractive downtown shopping area; and, stated if Council wants to
see the area improved, the only way to move forward is to have the
BIA.
Betty Bento, 1542 Park Street, stated the majority of persons who
signed the petition against the BIA are not against collection of
the fund to promote businesses but against the City getting
involved.
Bob Ford, 2134 Buena Vista, stated he believes the application of
the fee structure is inequitable; and requested Council reconsider
sending out a survey, and if that is not possible, conduct a
benefit analysis.
Thomas Byrne, 47 Steuben Bay, stated he and his wife are strong
supporters of the BIA; believes cohesive, strong and participatory
business association will cause effective business growth.
Diane Coler -Dark, 2857 Jackson Street, addressed the matter of the
responsible collection of funds, and stated the funds must be
collected by the City.
Felix Seidler, 2527 Santa Clara, discussed the matter of collection
of funds, ultimate direction of the use of funds and stated the BIA
addresses parking problems, and frees funds for other municipal
purposes.
Gerhard Degeman, 19 Sandpiper Place, questioned the financial
impact of the BIA on the citizens of Alameda, to which the City
Manager replied that setup costs are almost minimal and come from
UDAG.
President Corica commented on the cost of a Business Improvement
Area, issuance of business licenses, and possible lawsuits against
the City.
The Acting Interim City Attorney responded that if Council enacts
the legislation, it would have the same effect as the business
license tax and enforceable in the same manner, and therefore there
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would not be appropriate challenge to the authority of the City
Council.
President Corica stated he still holds the same position as at the
previous meeting on the subject; he would feel more comfortable if
something could have been mailed to each business, and ballots
could have been sent back for counting.
Councilmember Withrow moved that an ordinance be adopted to amend
the Alameda Municipal Code in all the appropriate areas to
establish the Business Improvement Area. Councilmember Camicia
seconded the motion.
Councilmember Thomas stated she believes a survey is in order; she
would be glad to support the BIA if a survey is made which supports
the BIA.
'Councilman Arnerich noted revitalization is needed; the merchants
need to start doing things for themselves; and he will support the
BIA.
The motion was carried by the following voice vote: Ayes:
Councilmembers Arnerich, Camicia, and Withrow - 3. Noes:
Councilmember Thomas and President Corica - 2. Absent: None.
89 -322 Ordinance No. , N.S. "Amending Title XVII of the
Alameda Municipal Code to establish stop signs for Walnut Street at
Clinton Avenue." Introduced.
Councilmember Camicia moved introduction of the ordinance.
Councilmember Withrow seconded the motion which was carried by
unanimous voice vote - 5.
89 -323 Ordinance No. N.S "Amending the Alameda Municipal
Code by amending Article 1 of Chapter 3, Title XI, thereof relating
to vesting tentative maps." Introduced.
Councilmember Camicia moved introduction of the ordinance.
Councilmember Withrow seconded the motion which was carried by
unanimous voice vote - 5.
FINAL PASSAGE OF ORDINANCES
89 -324 Ordinance No. 2432, N.S. "Amending the Alameda Municipal
Code by amending Section 4 -217 of Article 1, Chapter 2, Title IV
thereof to include Upper and Lower Washington Park and Crown
Memorial State Beach in the ban of alcoholic beverages."
(Emergency) Adopted.
Councilmember Withrow moved that the ordinance be amended to
include Upper and Lower Washington Park and Crown Memorial State
Beach in the ban of alcoholic beverages. Councilmember Thomas
seconded the motion which was carried by unanimous voice vote - 5.
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NEW BUSINESS
89 -325 Consideration of a nomination for appointment to the Public
Utilities Board.
President Corica nominated Anthony P. Shomon for appointment to
the Public Utilities Board. Councilmember Camicia seconded the
nomination which was approved by consensus of Council.
89 -326 Consideration of a nomination for appointment to the Library
Board.
President Corica nominated Marilyn A. Lewis for appointment to the
Library Board. Councilmember Withrow seconded the nomination which
was approved by consensus of Council.
89 -327 Consideration of a nomination for appointment to the Housing
'Commission.
President Corica nominated Rosalinda Proctor for appointment to the
Housing Commission. Councilmember Camicia seconded the nomination
which was approved by consensus of Council.
BILLS
89 -328 Councilmember Thomas raised questions regarding the method
of payment of the Interim City Attorney, suggested there should be
a contract and an itemized bill if he is to be paid on an hourly
basis.
Following further discussion, Council suggested the City Manager
meet with the Interim City Attorney and draft a written contract
for Mr. Quan's services.
Subsequently, the City Council approved the List of Claims, as
submitted, certified by the City Manager as correct, in the sum of
$1,191,307.38.
89 -329 Councilmember Camicia stated that he would like to further
explore•Planning Board Member Templeton's suggestion of a municipal
transportation fee which would assess by dwelling unit, per number
of cars, to raise funds for shuttle buses and parking.
89 -330 Councilmember Camicia invited the Mayor and Councilmembers
to meet Senator Seymour in Sacramento to discuss SB1286 (Contract
Housing).
ORAL COMMUNICATIONS, GENERAL
89 -331 John Scott Graham stated the City and Harbor Bay should
develop a program which will provide job training for former
shipyard workers.
89 -332 Gerhard Degeman stated his pleasure with the Agenda /Bulletin
Board arrangement in the lobby; expressed concern regarding public
speakers' addresses recorded in the Minutes.
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ADJOURNMENT
President Corica introduced Zenda James, the new Finance Director.
89-333 President Corica adjourned the meeting at 9:05 p.m. in
memory of former Planning Board Member Arthur Whitehair.
Respectfully submitted,
6140%Iti
DIANE B. FELSCH, CMC
City Clerk
The agenda for this meeting was posted 72 hours in advance in
4accordance with the Brown Act.
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