1985-05-07 Regular CC MinutesMEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ALAMEDA
HELD TUESDAY MAY 7, 1985
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The meeting convened at 7:36 p.m. (following the Community Improvement Commission
meeting) with President Diament presiding. The Pledge of Allegiance was led by
Councilmember Gorman. Reverend Charles Dubbs, First Christian Church, gave the
Invocation.
ROLL CALL: Present: Councilmembers Gorman, Hanna, Lucas, Monsef and
President Diament - 5.
Absent: None.
MINUTES
Councilmember Hanna noted a correction in Paragraph 85 -241a of the April 17 minutes;
the correct acreage for the Golf Course is 15.667. With that correction, Council -
member Hanna moved for approval of the minutes of the special meeting of April 17,
1985, and the special meeting of April 23, 1985. Councilmember Monsef seconded the
motion, which carried by unanimous voice vote - 5.
CONSENT CALENDAR
Councilmember Hanna moved for approval of the Consent Calendar, and the motion was
seconded by Councilmember Lucas. The motion carried by unanimous voice vote - 5.
Items so enacted or adopted are indicated by an asterisk ( *).
REPORTS AND RECOMMENDATIONS
*85 -245 From City Manager regarding status report on Encinal and Alameda Swimming
Pools - Proposed Agreement between AUSD and Waegemann. (Continued from April 17, 1985.)
Approved.
*85 -246 From Public Works Director recommending acceptance of improvements and
release of bond for Parcel Map 3913, 2152 Clinton Avenue. Approved.
*85 -247 From Public Works Director and Fire Chief concerning status of Exit and
Fire Safety Program. Approved.
*85 -248 From Public Works Director recommending acceptance of the work by Bay
Cities Paving and Grading for the repair and resurfacing of certain streets, Phase 4,
P.W. No. 7- 84 -17. Approved.
RESOLUTIONS
*85 -249 Resolution No. 10600 "Authorizing execution of contract with Harbor Bay
Isle Associates for administration and coordination of Assessment District 84 -4
(Harbor Bay Business Park)." Adopted.
*85 -250 Resolution No. 10601 "Authorizing execution of agreement with Pacific
Gas and Electric Company for gas main extensions for Harbor Bay Parkway Phase 3,
Assessment District 84 -4." Adopted.
*85 -251 Resolution No. 10602 "Amending personal services agreement between the
City and Mark Kaiser to extend the expiration date for said services and authorizing
execution of two additional personal services agreements for approximately eighteen
months for engineering services." Adopted.
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*85 -252 Resolution No, 10603 "Authorizing execution of agreement with Alameda
First National Bank, dba First /Leasing, for lease - purchase agreement in connection
with Public Safety Data Processing System." Adopted.
FINAL PASSAGE OF ORDINANCES
*85 -253 Ordinance No. 2235, N.S. "Authorizing sale of City -owned real property
to R. C. Mann (remnant parcel consisting of 1,344 square feet at the southwest
corner of Encinal Avenue and Fernside Boulevard). Finally adopted.
*85 -254 Ordinance No. 2236, N.S. "Amending the Alameda Municipal Code by adding
Subsection (29) to Section 17 -344 thereof to designate Harbor Bay Parkway as a
through highway." Finally adopted.
*85 -255 Ordinance No. 2237, N.S. "Authorizing execution of sales agreement to
sell to the Port of Oakland 15.67 acres at the northeast corner of Maitland Drive
and Harbor Bay Parkway for $238,000. "finally adopted.
BILLS
*85 -256 A List of Claims, certified by the City Manager as correct, was approved
in the amount of $1,749,464.020
WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS
85 -257 From Ethel Pitt Ottosen, President, League of Women Voters of Alameda,
Inc., recommending adoption of a Campaign Code /Pledge for use in City Elections.
Ethel Ottosen, 1541 - 8th Street, briefly addressed the Council regarding the pro-
posed voluntary candidates' Code of Ethics.
Kate Quick, 1445 - 9th Street, reviewed the League of Women Voters' proposed Code
and commented on the voluntary campaign limits and the complaint panel.
Councilmember Lucas expressed concern that the proposal duplicates that which the
State law requires (e.g., originator of campaign material). Councilmember Lucas
also stated that the 48 -hour notice and $8,000- campaign -limit requirements
were impractical.
Councilmember Hanna concurred with Councilmember Lucas.
Kate Quick stated the League of Women Voters was primarily requesting the Council's
sponsorship.
President Diament noted she was in favor of the League's concept.
Councilmember Monsef stated that the League was requesting more than a sponsor-
ship.
Councilmember Gorman stated that without legislation, the Council merely would
be creating the current Council's policy.
Councilmember Lucas moved, seconded by Councilmember Gorman, that the communication
be accepted. The motion carried by unanimous voice vote - 5.
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85 -258 From John B. Doherty, 1329 Weber Street, regarding the Tenants and
Landlords for Fair Rents petitions.
Councilmembers Hanna and Lucas stated that they would abstain in this matter,
noting that the Fair Political Practices Commission has ruled that a Council -
member owning more than three rental units must abstain from deciding the
issue of rent control.
The following persons spoke in favor of the ordinance:
John B. Doherty, 1329 Weber Street, requested the Council to allow him
to work with the City Attorney on the proposed rent control ordinance and
subsequently pass the ordinance, or place it on the June, 1986, ballot.
Brian McDonald, 14462 Sherman Street, concurred with Mr. Doherty.
The following persons spoke in opposition to the rent control ordinance:
Dee Prado, 1137 Bay Street, (addressed the Council as a realtor and not as
Chairman of the Board of Realtors);
Dennis E. Fuller, 2238 Camino Ramon, San Ramon;
David A. McIntyre, 1000 Paru (represented Alameda County Apartment Owners'
Association);
Edward J. Murphy, 2618 Janis Circle;
Bruce Gordon, 1021 Union Street;
John J. Barni, Jr., 1277 Bay Street;
Edward R. Payne, 3127 Marina Drive.
Councilmember Gorman moved for acceptance of the communication without action,
seconded by Councilmember Monsef, and carried by unanimous voice vote - 5.
President Diament stated she hoped that before the submittal of another initi-
ative, City representatives and property owners can work together to
help Alamedans who cannot afford higher rents.
85 -259 From John Barni, Jr., President, Shaw & Lunt, Inc., 875 Island
Drive, concerning the enforcement of the laws and ordinances of the City.
Jim Davis, 1134 Ballena Boulevard, Attorney for Harbor Bay Isle, stated the
issue of the Harbor Bay Realty Office will be heard before the Planning Board
on May 13, 1985.
John Barni, 875 Island Drive, commented that a Planning Department staff memo
stated the sign issue regarding Harbor Bay Realty was never addressed by the
Planning Board. Mr. Barni stated that the Planning Board
had rejected the use of the property; hence, the
sign should have been removed immediately. Mr. Barni urged the Council to
adhere to the Zoning Ordinance and to direct Harbor Bay Realty to remove the
sign unless an appeal is granted.
Mr. Davis, Harbor Bay Isle Attorney, stated the sign was an issue before the
Planning Board and it is on appeal.
Councilmember Lucas read an excerpt from the Planning Director's staff report of
April 29, which states, "Current City policy for all applicants is to not require
actions until administrative remedies, which could result in the approval, have
been pursued to completion ".
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In response to inquiry, the Planning Director noted Harbor Bay Realty has appealed
the first Planning Board decision on the matter, and they have submitted a new
application to explicitly ask that the office be allowed to remain in its present
location. The Planning Director added that until the various hearings have taken
place on this matter, it is not an appropriate issue for Council discussion.
Councilmember Hanna moved for acceptance of the communication without action;
Councilmember Lucas seconded the motion, which carried by unanimous voice vote - 5.
85 -260 From Fred Scullin, 1120 Chestnut Street, requesting Council require the
City Treasurer -elect to certify, under penalty of perjury, that he meets the quali-
fications of Treasurer as laid down in the City Charter.
Mr. Scullin stated if the Charter states ar, elective officer is required to meet
certain qualifications, there should be some procedure to establish his or her
qualifications.
Councilmember Hanna commented that the City has an investment policy which the
Treasurer must follow,
President Diament read an excerpt from the City Attorney's report which stated,
"...only the Attorney General can challenge the Treasurer -elect by quo warranto
or a citizen can also use the election challenge provisions of the law to bring
the matter before a judged.. ".
Councilmember Hanna moved to accept the communication without action. The motion
was seconded by Councilmember Lucas and carried by unanimous voice vote - 5.
85 -261 From Gerhard W. Degemann, 304 Sand Beach Road, requesting to address
the Council in relation to recent beach restoration and impact on surrounding
neighborhoods.
Mr. Degemann expressed concern regarding the increased traffic on Shoreline Drive
and crime in the South Shore area. Mr. Degemann proposed the following recommenda-
tions: (1) paint curb sides red on both sides of the street; (2) ticket and tow
violators; (3) dramatically enforce existing traffic laws on South Shore Drive;
and (4) increase public visibility.
President Diament responded that the City will endeavor to work with the Police
Department and neighbors in an effort to solve the problems.
HEARINGS
85 -262 A hearing regarding Rezoning R -85 -3 to change the zoning designation of
property at 1192 Park Street from R -5, General Apartment District, to C -1, Neigh-
borhood Business District. Applicant: Emiliano Pangilinan.
The Planning Director gave a brief background presentation on the application.
President Diament declared the public hearing open.
On the call for proponents, there were none.
On the call for opponents, there were none.
President Diament declared the hearing closed.
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Councilmember Gorman moved that Council uphold the Planning Board's decision.
The motion was seconded by Councilmember Monsef; however, due to
the possibility that the applicant may not have been
notified, he withdrew his second. The motion was then
seconded by Councilmember Hanna and carried by the following vote: Ayes:
Councilmembers Gorman, Hanna, Lucas and President Diament - 4. Noes: Council-
member Monsef - 1. Absent: None.
85 -263 A hearing regarding a Zoning Ordinance Text Amendment, ZA -85 -2, to
amend the Zoning Ordinance Design Review Procedures to remove the requirement
for 10 -day notice that an application for Design Review has been filed. Appli-
cant: City of Alameda.
President Diament opened the hearing and continued it to the Council meeting of
May 21, 1985.
85 -264 A hearing regarding a Zoning Ordinance Text Amendment, ZA -85 -4, to
amend the Zoning Ordinance to allow regulation of satellite dish antennas.
Applicant: City of Alameda.
President Diament opened the hearing and continued it to the Council meeting of
May 21, 1985.
APPEALS
85 -265 Appeal of Planning Board decision to deny request to replace the
Fernside Substation (in an R -4 Neighborhood Apartment District) with cable
terminating equipment for the 115 kV Project, Phase 2. Applicant: City of
Alameda, Bureau of Electricity.
The City Attorney announced that an appeal is not a public hearing; an appeal
is taken from the record of a Planning Board hearing, and arguments should be
made from that record as to whether or not the evidence supports the Planning
Board's action.
The following persons spoke in opposition to the appeal:
Nancy Phillipsen, 3111 Marina Drive;
Jim Belcher, 2022 High Street;
Dmitri DeDenko, 2811 Marina Drive;
Edward Payne, 3127 Marina Drive;
George Carder, 1515 Versailles;
Gerald Minot, 3022 Gibbons Drive.
The following person spoke in favor of the appeal:
Edwin G. Dankworth, 1221 Port Ballena, (representing the Public Utilities Board/
Bureau of Electricity).
Wally Snapp, Project Manager, Bureau of Electricity, gave an in -depth presenta-
tion regarding the 115 kV Project.
Councilmember Gorman stated that if the Cable Terminating Station(CTS) is not located
at the proposed site, the problem will be transferred to another site.
Jack Shepard, General Manager, Bureau of Electricity, responded to various
inquiries posed by the public.
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Councilmember Hanna not2d tnat on September 26, 1983, the Negative Declaration
was certified by the Planning Board and a resolution was adopted approving the
overhead lines on Marina Dr-Ne. The Planning staff's report of February 20,
1985, stated the project is substantially in agreement with the project analyzed
in the initial study for Phase 2 of the 1I5 kV Project and for which a Negative
Declaration was certified by the Planning Board on September 26, 1984. Council-
member Hanna concluded, after ddd-tiODDl comments, that the proposed location is
the only feasible location for th- CTS and the second and third alternatives are
not worth the added costs they woL'd require.
Councilmember Hanna moved to upholc the appeal to allow the CTS subject to seven
conditions listed under the Planning -tdff/s report to the Planning Board dated
February 20, 1985, and the three a02nc .`eDts outlined in Submittal III, Fernside
Substation (Recommendations Supplemental Appeal). Councilmember Gorman requested
that the motion include a finding that the Planning Board decision is not supported
in the record. Councilmember Hanna agreed to include the statement in his motion.
Councilmember Gorman seconded the motion.
COUDcil0e0b2r Lucas stated the proposed site is the only feasible location for the
CTS. COuncflme0ber Lucas expressed concern that additional overhead wires are being
planned for the City and expressed hope that plans for UOd2rgroVDdiDg will be developed
soon.
Councilmember Monsef noted that in October 1984, he opposed the overhead transmis-
sion line on Marina Drive. He strongly believes that the City must set a policy
for undergrounding. He stated he would vote against the motion.
The Planning Director suggested the yard setbacks comply with the Zoning Ordinance
for that location. Councilmember Hanna confirmed it was the intent of his motion
that zoning setback requirements would be met.
Councilmember Hanna's motion carried by the following vote: Ayes: CUunCilm80berS
Gorman, Hanna, Lucas and President Diament - 4. Noes: Councilmember Monsef - 1.
Absent: None.
REPORTS AND RECOMMENDATIONS
85-266 From Chairman of the Historical Advisory Commission regarding the
Commission's proposed study of facade alterations to commercial properties on
Park Street.
Woody Minor, 1432 Benton Street, representing the Historical Advisory Commission
(HAC), requested that the HAC be provided access to permit applications fO r
remodelings s within the Park Street Historical District. Mr. Minor clarified that
the Commission was not requesting that they become part of the design review
process, but merely that they be informed of planned remodelings to aid the HAC
in performing their duties as they relate to historical matters.
In response to Councilmembers' inquiries, the City Manager emphasized that the
HAC's request would not result in any delay in the processing of building permits.
Copies of permit applications would be made available to the appropriate staff
member for transmittal to the HAC, but permit issuance would not be contingent
upon any review or approval by the Commission.
It was moved by Councilmember Lucas, and seconded by Councilmember Monsef, that
the report and recommendation be accepted. The motion carried by unanimous
voice vote - 5.
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85 -267 From Chairman of the Golf Commission concerning the P.G.A. California
State Open Golf Championship, August 1986, Alameda Golf Courses.
Councilmember Gorman moved that Council accept the report and recommendation,
and Councilmember Lucas seconded the motion.
Ted Holmes, Chairman of the Golf Commission, noted, in response to a concern
raised by Councilmember Hanna, that sponsors would guarantee coverage of the
green fees. Mr. Holmes stated he did not foresee any loss of revenue; however,
he indicated that if there were any, such would be offset by the beneficial
advertising derived from holding the tournament in Alameda.
Vote on the motion for approval was by unanimous voice vote - 5.
85 -268 From Chairman of the Recreation Commission recommending that funds
from sale of Portola Triangle property be utilized for park and recreation
purposes.
President Diament noted that Council had previously indicated intention to
consider this matter in conjunction with upcoming budget review.
Councilmember Gorman moved that Council accept the report; Councilmember Hanna
seconded the motion, which carried by unanimous voice vote - 5.
85 -269 From Public Works Director regarding proposed street sweeping
improvements.
The Public Works Director stated that voluntary parking controls to accommodate
street sweeping would be instituted on a trial basis.
Robert DeCelle, representing Bay Farm Island Improvement League, Post Office Box
1606, urged that Council approve this proposal.
Richard Figueroa, Post Box 1154, Tracy, a private street sweeping contractor,
appeared before Council at this time for the purpose of making them aware of
the possibilities for contracting out the streetsweeping work.
Responding to Council inquiries, the Public Works Director stated that he has
compared costs and determined that City crews can perform the work more cost
effectively than private contractors.
Councilmember Gorman moved for acceptance of the report and recommendation;
Councilmember Hanna seconded the motion, which carried by unanimous voice vote -
5. (The following resolution relating to this item was taken out of order at
this time.)
RESOLUTIONS
85 -270 Resolution No. 10604 "Authorizing open market purchase of two street
sweepers for the Public Works Department."
It was moved by Councilmember Gorman, and seconded by Councilmember Hanna, that
the resolution be adopted. The motion carried by the following vote: Ayes:
Councilmembers Gorman, Hanna, Lucas, Monsef and President Diament - 5. Noes:
None. Absent: None.
Councilmember Hanna commented that parked cars often interfere with street sweeping
and urged that residents clean their own gutters occasionally.
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85 -271 Resolution No. 10605 "Adopting Statement of Community Development
Objectives and Projected Use of Funds and authorizing execution of required
Certification and Grant Agreement."
The following speakers addressed Council regarding disbursement of the City's
annual entitlement of Community Development Block Grant funds:
Salvatore Monaco, 2450 Otis Drive;
Lois Pryor, President, Alamedans Wth H.O.P.E., 1814 Clinton Avenue;
Pamela McKenzie, President, Park Street Business Association, and Secretary,
Alameda Main Street Project, 1129 Pearl Street;
Marilyn Oliver, Alameda Chamber of C coerce, 22 Stone Harbor;
Diane Coler -Dark, Park Street Business Association, 1528 Park Street;
Paul Roberts, Alameda Main Street Project., 1024 Union Street;
Gerhard Degemann, President, Historic Alameda High School Foundation, 2200 Central
Avenue, #214;
William Reisinger, 1727 Minturn Street;
Brian McDonald, 14461/2 Sherman;
Sharon Lewis, 1915 Schiller Street;
Abbe Leiken (no address given);
John Leiken, c/o Continuing Education of the Bar, 2300 Shattuck Avenue, Berkeley;
Cynthia Wilson, 4054 Mera Street, (city not indicated);
Marjorie Rocha, Alamedans With H.O.P.E., 107 Virginia Hills Drive, (city not
indicated).
(Note: During the above speakers' comments, it was moved by Councilmember Gorman,
and seconded by Councilmember Monsef, that the meeting be extended to 11:30
p.m. The motion carried by unanimous voice vote - 5.
At 11:30 p.m., it was moved by Councilmember Hanna, and seconded by Council-
member Lucas, that the meeting be extended indefinitely. The motion carried
by unanimous voice vote - 5.)
At the conclusion of speakers' remarks, Councilmember Gorman moved for adoption of
the resolution, and Councilmember Hanna seconded the motion.
During the discussion that ensued, the City Manager clarified the time schedule
regarding this funding cycle in response to Councilmember Lucas' concerns.
Councilmember Monsef expressed opposition to the addition of low -cost housing to
the community which he stated the electorate has consistently opposed. For that
reason, he indicated he would vote against the resolution.
Councilmember Lucas referred to what she termed as irresponsible spending of federal
funds in connection with the housing loan program; i.e., irresponsible selection of
program participants and contractors and disregard for fire, building and zoning
code regulations.
President Diament alluded to the benefits of the program and stated that she
believed that misinformation had been provided in connection with alleged code
violations.
Councilmember Hanna requested that the City Manager prepare a report regarding the
property located at 1727 Minturn Street where there were reportedly problems in
connection with the housing loan program.
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In response to Council inquiries, the Community Development Director provided
an explanation of the reverse mortgage annuity program.
Councilmember Lucas mentioned the various assistance programs that are available
to citizens through ACTEB /ACAP and stated the City should carefully explore the
organizations that apply for local funds.
The motion for adoption of the resolution carried by the following vote: Ayes:
Councilmembers Gorman, Hanna and President Diament - 3. Noes: Councilmembers
Lucas and Monsef - 2. Absent: None.
85 -272 Resolution No. 10606 "Adopting plans and specifications and calling
for bids for Webster Street Landscape Improvements, Phase 2, and Park Street Tree
Planting Project."
Councilmember Lucas inquired whether or not the local business organizations have
agreed to this project, and the City Manager confirmed they have.
Councilmember Hanna moved for adoption of the resolution, and Councilmember Lucas
seconded the motion, which carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmembers
Gorman, Hanna, Lucas, Monsef and President Diament - 5. Noes: None. Absent: None.
85 -273 Resolution No. 10607 "Adopting plans and specifications and calling
for bids for South Loop Road, Phase I, Assessment District 84 -4 (Harbor Bay Business
Park)."
Councilmember Hanna moved for adoption of the resolution, and Councilmember Monsef
seconded the motion. The motion carried by the following vote: Ayes: Council -
members Gorman, Hanna, Lucas, Monsef and President Diament - 5. Noes: None.
Absent: None.
85 -274 Resolution No. 10608 "Adopting plans and specifications and calling
for bids for Harbor Bay Parkway, Phase III, pump station (Assessment District 84 -4)."
It was moved by Councilmember Monsef, and seconded by Councilmember Hanna, that the
resolution be adopted. The motion carried as follows: Ayes: Councilmembers Gorman,
Hanna, Lucas, Monsef and President Diament - 5. Noes: None. Absent: None.
85 -275 Resolution No. 10609 "Amending the 1984 -85 Budget of the Golf Course
Enterprise Fund."
Councilmember Monsef offered a motion for adoption, which was seconded by Council-
member Gorman, and carried by the vote indicated: Ayes: Councilmembers Gorman,
Hanna, Lucas, Monsef and President Diament - 5. Noes: None. Absent: None.
85 -276 Resolution No. "Authorizing execution of agreement among Golden
Bear Leasing, Inc., California Golf Centers, Inc. and the City of Alameda, relating
to the provision of golf carts at the City's Golf Courses."
This item was continued to May 21, 1985.
INTRODUCTION OF ORDINANCES
85 -277 Ordinance No. , N.S. "Amending the Alameda Municipal Code by adding
Article 7 to Chapter 3 of Title II thereof, establishing a Cable Television Over-
sight Committee and prescribing membership and duties of said Committee."
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Fred Scullin, 1120 Chestnut Street, raised various concerns regarding the proposed
ordinance.
Councilmember Lucas objected to the use of the term "etc." in the ordinance. The
City Attorney concurred this reference should be removed. It was also noted that the
word "member" should be included after reference to City staff in the first line of
Section 2 -376. Councilmember Lucas concurred with Mr. Scullin's remarks that a
quorum should be required to include a public representative.
Councilmember Gorman moved that the ordinance be introduced with amendments to add
staggered terms to Section 2 -372, c:fete "etc." in the fourth line of Section 2 -373,
add "member" in the first line of Se : :ion 2 -376, and require that the quorum compo-
sition include a public representative. Councilmember Lucas seconded the motion,
which carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmembers Gorman, Hanna, Lucas,
Monsef and President Diament - 5. Noes: None. Absent: None.
FINAL PASSAGE OF ORDINANCES
85 -278 Ordinance No. 2238, N.S. "Authorizing execution of lease with Almar, Ltd.
and Ballena Isle Marina."
Councilmember Lucas suggested that a provision be added to the lease amendment to
limit use of the land to those uses permitted by the BCDC,
Councilmember Gorman moved for adoption of the ordinance subject to the addition of
Subsection (d) to Section 3 of the amendment to the lease to state, "The uses per-
mitted by the BCDC Permit shall continue for the term of the lease ". The motion was
seconded by Councilmember Hanna, and carried by the following vote: Ayes: Council -
members Gorman, Hanna, Lucas, Monsef and President Diament - 5. Noes: None. Absent:
None.
85 -279 Ordinance No. 2239, N.S. "Reclassifying and rezoning certain properties
within the City of Alameda by amending Zoning Ordinance No. 1277, New Series;
Applicant: City of Alameda, R -85 -1, Intermediate Industrial Zoning District, on the
south side of Clement Avenue between Grand Street and Mulberry Street."
Sharon Lewis, 1915 Schiller Street, expressed appreciation in regard to the rezoning;
however, she noted that the rezoning will not solve the problems of the neighborhood
that are caused by the existence of industrial uses adjacent to residential uses.
She stated she would appreciate it if there were anything further Council could do to
help her area, such as monitoring activities at Mr. Viviano's commercial building.
Councilmember Hanna referred to property owned by Mr. Gutleben at 1917 and 1919
Stanford and stated that he had checked into this matter subsequent to the previous
Council meeting. Noting that this property has always been industrially zoned, has
been owned by the Gutleben family for many, many years, and has been used and is
intended to be used as a business address, it was Councilmember Hanna's recommendation
that this property be removed from the rezoning.
Councilmember Hanna then moved for adoption of the ordinance with the exclusion of 1917
1919 Stanford, and Councilmember Gorman seconded the motion. The motion carried by the
following vote: Ayes: Councilmembers Gorman, Hanna and President Diament - 3. Noes:
Councilmembers Lucas and Monsef - 2. Absent: None.
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UNFINISHED BUSINESS
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85 -280 President Diament nominated Janice Grumman for appointment to
the Historical Advisory Commission. The nomination was seconded by Councilmember
Lucas and ratified by unanimous voice vote - 5.
NEW BUSINESS
85 -281 Joseph Camicia, Planning Board Chairman, informed the Council that he
has been cleared of the conflict of interest issue, and the Planning Board tapes
have vindicated him of accusations he misconducted Board meetings. Mr. Camicia
also provided written testimonials he had received, absolving him from another
accusation regarding an alleged obscene gesture made by him at a Board meeting.
ORAL COMMUNICATIONS, GENERAL
85 -282 Sharon Lewis, 1915 Schiller Street, suggested the video tapes of Council
meetings be improved. The Assistant City Manager stated the matter would be explored.
ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business to come before the Council at this time, President
Diament adjourned the meeting at 12:35 a.m. (on Wednesday, May 8, 1985). The next
regular meeting was scheduled for May 21, 1985.
Respectfully submitted,
Diane B. Felsch
City Clerk