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1983-07-19 Regular CC MinutesREGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ALAMEDA HELD TUESDAY . JULY 19° 1983 The meeting convened at 8:20 p.m. (at the conclusion of the Community Improvement Commission Meeting) with President Diament presiding. The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Councilmember Monsef. The Invocation was given by Rev. Martell Twitchell, Retired. ROLL CALL: Present: COUnCil0Bmb8r5 Gorman, Hanna, Lucas, Monsef, and President Diament - 5. Absent: None. CONSENT CALENDAR Councilmember Gorman made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Hanna, that the items On the Consent Calendar be adopted; the motion carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmembers Gorman, Hanna, Lucas, Monsef, and President Diament - 5. Noes: None. Absent: None. Items so enacted or adopted are indicated by an asterisk (*). REPORTS AND RECOMMENDATIONS *83-369 From Secretary of Planning Board recommending a hearing be scheduled August 2, 1483, regarding rezoning from C-1, Neighborhood Commercial, to R-1, One-Family Residential District, at 1349 and 1351 Weber Street. Approved. *83-370 From Secretary of Planning Board recommending hearings be scheduled August 2, 1983, regarding General Plan Amendment and rezoning from M-1, Light Industrial to R-]-PD, One Family Residential, with Planned Development Overlay at 2001 Versailles Avenue. Approved. RESOLUTIONS *83~371 Resolution No. 10101 "Awarding contract to Davey Tree Surgery Company for pruning of City street trees in the City of Alameda and authorizing execution thereof." Adopted. *83-372 Resolution No. 10102 "Calling for bid proposals for the North Side Storm Drain Plans and Specifications for Alternate H, Phases II and III and directing City Clerk to advertise same." AdOpted, FINAL PASSAGE OF ORDINANCES *83-373 Ordinance No. 2142, New Series "Amending the Alameda Municipal Code by amending Article 4 of Chapter 4 of Title XVII thereof to install traffic signals at the intersection of Doolittle Drive and Harbor Bay Parkway." Finally adopted. *83-374 Ordinance NO, 2143, New Series "Amending the Alameda Municipal Code by amending Article 4 of Chapter 3 of Title XVII thereof to replace the two-hour parking limit at 900 Santa Clara Avenue with a 24-minute parking limit." Finally adopted. BILLS *83-375 An Itemized List of Claims, certified by the City Manager as correct, was approved in the amount of S129"019.14. July 19, 1983 RETURN TO REGULAR AGENDA WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS 83 -376 From Archie Waterbury, 338 Beach Road, requesting to make a presentation regarding the Bay Area Library and Information System (BALIS). Mr. Waterbury explained the BALIS Program, and filed a letter dated July 19, 1983, relative to that subject. President Diament expressed appreciation on behalf of the Council to Mr. Waterbury for the information. 83 -377 From Mayor's 4th of July Parade Committee, signed by Jeri Mowery, Chairman regarding reimbursement for expenses for the Parade. Deanna Johe, Treasurer of the Committee, spoke in support of the request. Councilmember Gorman made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Monsef, that the City reimburse the Committee for the deficit in the amount of 5243.53; the motion carried by unanimous voice vote - 5. Councilmember Gorman made a motion, seconded by CouncilmemberHanna,that the resolutions appointing members to various Boards and Commissions be considered at this time; the motion carried by unanimous voice vote - 5. RESOLUTIONS 83 -378 Resolution No. 10 103 "Appointing Edwin G. Dankworth a Member of the Public Utilities Board." Councilmember Monsef made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Gorman, 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. The Clerk administered the Oath of Office to Mr. Dankworth. 83 -379 Resolution No. 10104 "Appointing Robert E. DeCelle a Member of the Alameda Historical Advisory Commission." Councilmember Gorman made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Monsef, 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. The Clerk administered the Oath of Office to Mr. DeCelle. 83 -380 Resolution No. 1010.5 "Appointing David L. Gilbertson a Member of the Social Service Human Relations Board." Councilmember Gorman made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Monsef, 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. The Clerk administered the Oath of Office to Mr. Gilbertson. July 19, 1983 83 -381 Resolution No. 10106 "Appointing Pamela K. MacKenzie a Commissioner of the Housing Commission of the City of Alameda." Councilmember Monsef made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Gorman, that the resolution be adopted; the motion carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmembers Gorman, Hanna, Monsef, and President Diament - 4. Noes: Councilmember Lucas - 1. Absent: None. The Clerk administered the Oath of Office to Ms. MacKenzie. 83 -382 Resolution No. 10107 "Reappointing Charles E. Roberts a Member of the Public Utilities Board." Councilmember Gorman made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Monsef, 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 83 -383 Resolution No. 10108 "Reappointing Betty A. Williams a Member of the Civil Service Board." Councilmember Monsef made a motion, 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. 83 -384 Resolution No. 10109 "Appointing Gertrude B. Woods a Member of the Library Board." Councilmember Hanna made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Monsef, 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 The Clerk administered the Oath of Office to Ms. Woods. REPORTS AND RECOMMENDATIONS 83 -385 From Public Works Director transmitting Exhibits to the Encinal Land Agreement with the City of Alameda. Councilmember Hanna made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Gorman, that the report be accepted and filed; the motion carried by unanimous voice vote - 5. 83 -386 From Community Development Director concerning status of City's Housing Assistance Plan. Lois Pryor, 1814 Clinton Avenue, spoke in support of the Plan. The City Manager noted that the Housing Assistance Plan had been revised in response to requests from HUD, and the recommendation is for rehabilitation of existing units. He also noted that no new units are planned. Councilmember Lucas stated that she felt the Housing Assistance Plan included con- versions that did not conform to Measure A. Councilmember Gorman made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Hanna, that the report be accepted and the modification to the Housing Assistance Plan approved; the motion carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmembers Gorman, Hanna, Monsef, and President Diament - 4. Noes: Councilmember Lucas - 1. Absent: None. �_� July 19 ,, 1983__ RESOLUTIONS 83 -387 Resolution No. 10110 "Urging East Bay Municipal Utility District Board of Directors to reconsider and withdraw its application for a Secondary Treatment Facility Waiver." Kate Quick and Nellie Sanders, League of Women Voters, spoke in support of the resolution. Councilmember Gorman made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Monsef, that the resolution be adopted and forwarded to East Bay Municipal Utility District; the motion carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmembers Gorman, Hanna, Lucas, Monsef, and President Diament - 5. Noes: None. Absent: None. INTRODUCTION OF ORDINANCES 83 -388 Ordinance No. , New Series "Authorizing a 25 -year lease of Tideland Trust Property located at the foot of Grand Street to Encinal Industries, Inc." Councilmember Lucas stated that she was concerned about the proposed lease regarding financial impacts as compared to the existing lease with Harbor Tug and Barge. The Public Works Director requested the ordinance be amended to reflect 0.816 acres instead of 0.79. Councilmember Hanna made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Gorman, that the ordinance be amended as recommended, introduced, and staff directed to provide additional calculations and figures relative to provisions of the lease; the motion carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmembers Gorman, Hanna, Lucas, Monsef, and President Diament - 5. Noes: None. Absent: None. 83 -389 Ordinance No. , New Series "Authorizing the City to enter into a Lease Agreement with Encinal Industries, Inc. to lease real property for the Corpora- tion Yard for a period not to exceed 18 months." Councilmember Monsef made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Hanna, that the ordinance be introduced; the motion carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmembers Gorman, Hanna, Lucas, Monsef, and President Diament - 5. Noes: None. Absent: None. 83 -390 Ordinance No. , New Series "Amending the Alameda Municipal Code by adding Chapter 11 to Title X thereof to require Automatic Fire Extinguishing Systems for fire protection in certain buildings." The following persons spoke in opposition to the ordinance: David McIntyre, Alameda County Apartment House Association Fred Joyce, 1217 St. Charles Street Norm Kornsond, Schirmer Engineering Don Parker, Alameda Marina Village Associates David Plummer, 1401 High Street, spoke in favor of the ordinance. The following persons spoke on the ordinance stating that they had no position: Grover Chessmore, 1036 San Antonio Peter Davis, 905 Ironwood July 19, 1983 5 Upon request, the Clerk read a letter into the record from Associated General Contractors of California, dated July 19, 1983, opposing the ordinance. Councilmember Hanna stated he was concerned about the impact of provisions of the ordinance on new commercial buildings. The City Attorney recommended the ordinance be amended to make the assessments equitable. Councilmember Monsef made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Lucas, that the ordinance be amended as recommended and introduced; the motion carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmembers Gorman, Monsef, Lucas, and President Diament - 5. Noes: Councilmember Hanna - 1. Absent: None. 83-391 Ordinance No. , New Series "Amending the Alameda Municipal Code by repealing Sections 18-521 through 18-525 relating to pinball machines; amending Section 11-14E2(h) and adding Sections 11-14E2(i) relating to adult entertainment; and adding Sections 14-14F1 through 11-14F15 relating to game machines." The following persons spoke in opposition to the ordinance: Deanna Johe, 3258 Ravens Cove Lane Charles Olson, 2901 Marina Drive Councilmember Monsef made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Lucas, that the ordinance be introduced. Councilmember Hanna stated that the original ordinance submitted by the Planning Board defined how the provision that 15 or more machines not be permitted within 500 feet of any residentially-zoned district would be measured, and it would be difficult to measure the distance without the definition. Councilmember Gorman stated that he opposed the 500-foot provision. Upon call of the roll, the motion carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmembers Monsef, Lucas, and President Diament - 3. Noes: Councilmembers Gorman and Hanna - 2. Absent: None. 83-392 Ordinance No. , New Series "Regulating the use of Hazardous Biological Research in the City of Alameda." The following persons spoke in support of the ordinance: Pat McGrath, 1096 Melrose Avenue Jerilyn Feitelberg, 210 Carob Oscar Barry, Harbor Bay Isle Associates, spoke in opposition to the ordinance. Councilmember Gorman stated that he did not understand some of the terms and requested information on the following: 1) Controls now imposed by other agencies; and 2) Whether there have been any accidents since this type of research has been occurring and circumstances surrounding anyaccidents if they have occurred. Councilmember Lucas requested information on what other communities are doing in this area. July 19, 1983 Councilmember Gorman made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Monsef, that the ordinance be held over six months and staff provide the above - requested information with an interim report as to approach in 60 days; the motion carried by unanimous voice vote - 5. The City Manager stated he would also provide information on hazardous wastes and hazardous spills. FINAL PASSAGE OF ORDINANCES 83 -393 Ordinance No. 2144, New Series "Amending the Alameda Municipal Code by amending Chapter 3 of Title XVII thereof to establish No Parking Zones on portions of Central Avenue at its intersection with Ballena Boulevard /Fourth Street." Councilmember Gorman made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Monsef, that the ordinance be finally adopted; the motion carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmembers Gorman, Hanna, Lucas, Monsef, and President Diament - 5. Noes: None. Absent: None. 83 -394 Ordinance No. 2145, New Series "Amending the Alameda Municipal Code by amending Section 11- 133(e) relating to the addition of second units in R -1, One Family Residence Districts." Councilmember Lucas made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Hanna, that the ordinance be finally adopted; the motion carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmembers Gorman, Hanna, Lucas, Monsef, and President Diament - 5. Noes: None. Absent: None. 83 -395 Ordinance No. 2146, New Series "Amending the Alameda Municipal Code by amending Sections 2 -321, 2 -322 and 2 -323 thereof to remove Ex Officio Members of the City Golf Commission." Councilmember Hanna made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Gorman, that the ordinance be finally adopted; the motion carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmembers Gorman, Hanna, Lucas, and Monsef - 4. Noes: President Diament - 1. Absent: None. NEW BUSINESS 83 -396 Councilmember Hanna recommended that a Councilmember be designated to check the list of bills submitted for each meeting and resolve any questions and volunteered to be the designee for the first month. It was the consensus of Council that the recommendation be approved. 83 -397 Councilmember Monsef stated that some jurisdictions are charging an annual permit fee of $50 to 360 per video game machine and suggested the City check into that possibility. UNFINISHED BUSINESS 83 -398 Consideration of appointment of two members to the Planning Board. President Diament nominated John Roveda for reappointment to the Planning Board; the nomination was seconded by Councilman Gorman and carried by unanimous voice vote - 5. July 19, 1983 President Diament nominated Linda Pritchard for appointment to the Planning Board; the nomination was seconded by Councilmember Monsef and failed by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmember Monsef and President Diament - 2. Noes: Councilmembers Gorman, Hanna, and Lucas - 3. Absent: None. 83 -399 Consideration of appointment of one member to the Social Service Human Relations Board. President Diament nominated Anthony Martinelli for reappointment to the Social Service Human Relations Board; the nomination was seconded by Councilmember Hanna and carried by unanimous voice vote - 5. President Diament noted that a report had been received regarding the Corporation Yard and would be discussed at this time. The Public Works Director stated that a report had been submitted recommending bids previously received for the Corporation Yard be rejected and new bids received for the Corporation Yard and Animal Shelter. Councilmember Gorman made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Monsef, that the recommendation be approved; the motion carried by unanimous voice vote - 5. FILING 83 -400 Lease of Tideland Trust Property to Encinal Industries, Inc. Lease Agreement with Encinal Industries to lease real property for the Corporation Yard. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS, GENERAL 83 -401 Gary McAfee, 2615 Bayview Drive, referred to a Building Permit posted on the Alameda Theater and inquired regarding permit procedures. After discussion, Mr. McAfee stated that he would review the information further. 83 -402 Joseph Sullivan, 3221 Liberty Avenue, referred to a news item regarding proposed contribution from the Bureau of Electricity to the City of $100,000 and stated that he felt a substantial part should be returned to the rate payers. ADJOURNMENT There being no further business to come before the Council, the meeting adjourned at 11:10 p.m. to meet in regular session Tuesday, August 2, at 7:30 p.m. Respectfully submitted, DEEN SPEEGLE, C ty Clerk July 19, 1983 (This page was inadvertently skipped.)