1989-10-19 Minutes307
SPECIAL MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ALAMEDA
OCTOBER 19, 1989
The meeting convened at 7:00 p.m. with President Corica
presiding.
ROLL CALL
Present: Councilmembers Camicia, Thomas, Withrow, and
President Corica - 4.
Absent: Councilman Arnerich - 1.
89-798 President Corica adjourned the meeting to a Closed Session
to consider:
a) Trabelsi v. City of Alameda, pursuant to Subsection (a) of the
Section 54956.9 of the legal counsel section of the Brown Act.
b) Bautista v. City of Alameda, pursuant to Subsection (a) of the
Section 54956.9 of the legal counsel section of the Brown Act.
c) Zanassi/Moreno v. City of Alameda, pursuant to Subsection (a)
of the Section 54956.9 of the legal counsel section of the Brown
Act.
[President Corica announced during the Special Meeting of the City
Council convened at 7:45 p.m.: regarding Trabelsi v. City of
Alameda, Council discussed the status of the case; regarding
Bautista v. City of Alameda, Council authorized a settlement
offer; and regarding Zanassi/Moreno v. City of Alameda, Council
discussed the status of the case.]
ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business to come before the Council,
President Corica adjourned the meeting at 7:28 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
DIANE B. FELSCH, CMC
City Clerk
The agenda for the meeting was posted in accordance with the
Brown Act.
October 19, 1989
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EMERGENCY MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL CITY OF ALAMEDA
THURSDAY- - - - - - - - - OCTOBER 19, 1989
The meeting convened at 7:29 p.m. with President Corica presiding.
ROLL CALL
Present: Councilmembers Camicia, Thomas, Withrow, and President
Corica - 4.
Absent: Councilman Arnerich - 1.
89 -799 President Corica announced that due to the earthquake [on
October 17, 1989 at 5:04 p.m.], an emergency meeting was called to
declare a state of local emergency. The Mayor noted there had been
local damage and a declaration would allow the City to be eligible for
federal funding.
The City Manager stated the day following the earthquake, City field
employees surveyed the extent of damage and found that the nature of
the damage was greater than what could be undertaken within the City's
limited resources; estimated cost of repairs and reconstruction for
City facilities is in excess of ten (10) million dollars which is
beyond the capabilities of the City's regular finances and taxing
ability; and the state of local emergency declaration will aid
citizens in applying for federal emergency relief.
President Corica complimented public safety services, including
employees who were off shift and reported back to work; and stated
Alameda has engine crews and trucks providing assistance in the City
of Oakland. Mayor Corica noted that letters of sympathy were sent to
the citizens of Oakland and San Francisco and that Alameda sends its
prayers and sympathy to the families who lost loved ones at the
Cypress Street site [a collapsed section of Interstate 880 in
Oakland].
Councilmember Camicia moved to confirm the state of emergency, which
was seconded by Councilmember Withrow. The motion carried by the
following voice vote: Councilmembers Camicia, Thomas, Withrow, and
President Corica - 4. Noes: None. Absent: Councilman Arnerich - 1.
RESOLUTIONS
89 -00 Resolution No. 11860, "Resolution declaration of State of
Local Emergency." Adopted.
Councilmember Camicia moved to adopt the resolution, which was
seconded by Councilmember Withrow. The motion carried by the
following voice vote: Ayes: Councilmembers Camicia, Thomas, Withrow,
and President Corica - 4. Noes: None. Absent: Councilman Arnerich.
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Councilmember Camicia commented that the City may have to look at the
Crossing as a 20 -year project, and lobby Sacramento for the next ten
years.
Don Parker, Marina Village, 1150 Marina Village Parkway,_ discussed the
northern waterfront issue and various options being considered by
Council. Mr. Parker stated the waterfront should be opened up to the
greatest number of people; suggested a mixed -use development allowing
residential along with offices, retail, and existing industrial uses.
Mr. Parker concluded his remarks by stating one of the key decisions
will be an extension of Atlantic to inter - connect with Clement Avenue.
John Lugar, 1801 Hibbard Street, Weyerhauser Company, stated his
concern is that the General Plan include existing industries. Mr.
Lugar discussed: 1) the drawbacks of proposed Atlantic extension, and
2) employment opportunities created by local industries. Mr. Lugar
presented the Council with a letter from the Pennzoil Company.
Greg Beattie, Alameda Victorian Preservation Society, stated the
General Plan should stress the limitation on residential density and
encourage use of older buildings through the expansion of mixed -use
zoning.
Helen Dodt, 1723 Chapin Street, addressed the importance of adequate
low- income housing.
Phil Rendahl, 2101 Shoreline Drive, Willows Homeowners' Association,
stated the traffic study and alternative protection plans fail to
consider public transporation, e.g., the W -1 and 63 buses, and most
residents prefer Shoreline to remain open. Mr. Rendahl also stated
neither the proposed universal parking limitation, nor the parking
sticker program are acceptable. Mr. Rendahl further added under
Noise, the Plan does not address the numerous low -level flights up and
down the beach.
Dave Plummer, 1401 High Street, discussed three items on
transportation important to the future welfare and environment of the
east end of Alameda: the proposed Cross Airport Roadway, the making
of the High Street Bridge one way northbound, and the 66th Avenue
overcrossing.
Councilmember Camicia stated he would like an advocacy firm in
Sacramento to tell the City how to make the 66th Avenue crossing
happen, and requested staff to send out Requests for Proposal.
President Corica stated that he would like to see the cities of
Oakland, San Leandro and Alameda, and perhaps the Port of Oakland,
jointly proceed on the matter.
Christopher Buckley, 1017 San Antonio Avenue, endorsed various
Planning Board positions on the General Plan revision.
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Chris Hanson, Alameda, stated that he did not support traffic
diversions; supports retail mix, ferry system, and 66th Avenue
overcrossing; desires commercial height limits as they are.
James Belcher, 2022 High Street, discussed traffic and driveway
problems at the High Street bridge.
Mike Hilton, High Street, expressed concern regarding proposed couplet
which, he believes, would increase traffic.
Meredith Howard, 622 Taylor Avenue, stated he is against Alternative
#3 for Northern Waterfront; wishes Council would consider combined
traffic impacts for West End.
Gary Thomas, 317 Balboa Court, Member of Finance Committee, discussed
the Northern Waterfront development, and commented City should attempt
to maintain character of Alameda.
Lisa Dell Osso, 2910 Fernside Blvd., stated she supports the 66th
Avenue crossing, and expressed concern for children and senior
citizens crossing Fernside Blvd.
Terry Vani, 310 Holly Oak, discussed the general transportation issue,
and suggested van pools throughout Alameda.
Councilmember Withrow stated the 66th Avenue crossing should be set as
a definitive commitment and goal, and Council should define a strategy
to achieve it. Councilmember Withrow also stated that Council should
define what Fernside should be in terms of speed, number of cars, and
types of controls.
President Corica stated Council has agreed the Cross - Airport Road will
be considered only if it is a benefit to the majority of the citizens
of Alameda, and the 66th Avenue crossing will be supported by Council.
Councilmember Camicia stated that, at his request, a sample Request
for Proposal for development and construction of a 66th Avenue
crossing will be considered at the next Council Meeting.
In response to Councilmember Withrow, Mr. Blayney, Consultant, stated
that a fourth alternative for the Northern Waterfront could be
prepared for Council's consideration.
Following Council discussion regarding financial impacts of the
General Plan, Council requested Mr. Blayney to report back on the
cost of a financial fiscal model.
Councilmember Thomas stated that she has asked for a survey in the
formulation of the General Plan; General Plan needs a balance between
regional issues and self - sufficiency. Councilmember Thomas further
stated that she will not go on the record as either for or against the
66th Avenue crossing until she knows what it will do and will not do,
the cost, and who will pay it; feels the same about the Cross - Airport
Road.
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89- 801 Councilmember Camicia suggested a Work Session or Forum be
scheduled in the near future to discuss an Emergency Plan supplement
which would identify steps to be taken if a similar situation as the
Cypress Street disaster occurs.
The meeting was adjourned at 7:44 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
/
Diane B. Felsch, CMC
City Clerk
(Note: The City- Manager telephoned the City's local newspaper,
the Alameda Times Star, and informed them that an Emergency
Meeting was being held at 7:30 p.m. The telephone call was
made at least one hour prior to the meeting.)
October 19, 1989
SPECIAL MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ALAMEDA
OCTOBER 19, 1989
President Corica convened the meeting at 7:45 p.m. and announced
Council action taken at the 7:00 p.m. Closed Session.
89- 802 Regarding Bautista v. City of Alameda, Council authorized a
settlement offer.
89-803 Regarding Trabelsi v. City of Alameda, Council discussed the
status of the case.
89- 804 Regarding Zanassi /Moreno v. City of Alameda, Council discussed
the status of the case.
89 -805 Consideration of planning options analyzed in the Alameda
General Plan Revision Working Paper, and direction to the consultant
for preparation of the Draft General Plan text and Map and a Draft
Environmental Impact Report.
The Assistant Planning Director announced that community workshops had
been held to determine which issues and options should be addressed in
the Draft General Plan; a joint City Council /Planning Board study
session had also taken place. The Planning Board had two study
sessions resulting in a recommendation of preferences which are in the
Working Paper. The Assistant Planning Director concluded by stating
that the purpose of the Special Council Meeting is two -fold: for the
Council to receive direct public comment and direction to the staff
and consultant.
Planning Board President Hodgkin reviewed the Planning Board's
recommendations outlined in a memorandum dated September 20, 1989.
Barbara Tuleja, 22 Purcell Drive, discussed airport safety options on
Page 79 of the Plan, Oakland Airport noise, and proposed increase in
air traffic.
Paul Saunders, 1523 High Street, offered two principals related to the
traffic portion of the General Plan Revision: 1) safety of people in
the east end should be of primary importance when considering
modifications of traffic patterns; and , 2) every effort should be
made to divert 1 -880 Bay Farm Island traffic away from the main island
and towards a more southerly route.
Ken Ashkenasy, 1509 High Street, spoke in favor of a 66th Avenue
connection.
President Corica responded that he believes the whole Council is in
favor of an underground 66th Avenue crossing.
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President Corica suggested a survey of six questions be prepared by
the City, which could be delivered with electric bills.
Councilmember Withrow stated a professional should interact with the
Council, and prepare the questions.
Councilmember Camicia stated that the City is too far along in the
process to consider a survey at this time; there have been numerous
workshops and study sessions on the General Plan.
The City Manager stated staff would like to present the Council with
options and recommendations on the matter.
Councilmember Camicia requested the staff report include an analysis,
sample questions, and review by an expert.
Under questioning from President Corica, the Planning Director stated
that the Housing Element and General Plan must be compatible and are
inter - dependent.
59 -806 Councilmember Withrow requested the Mayor to adjourn the
meeting in the memory of the many citizens of this area who were
casualties of the Earthquake; and in memory of Captain Bob Young,
United State Navy, highly decorated officer and 30 -year veteran.
President Corica adjourned the meeting at 10:10 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Diane B. Felsch, CMC
City Clerk
October 19, 1989