1981-01-06 Regular CC MinutesREGULAR MEETING OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ALAMEDA
HELD TUESDAY JANUARY 6, 1981
Convened at 7:30 o'clock p.m. with President Corica presiding. Pledge of Allegiance
was led by Vice Mayor Stone, The Invocation was given by President Corica.
ROLL CALL: Present: Councilmen Diament, Sherratt, Stone, Tillman and President
Corica - 5.
Absent: None.
MINUTES
Councilman Diament made a motion, seconded by Councilman Sherratt, that the minutes
of the Regular Council Meeting of November 18, 1980, be approved as submitted;
the motion carried by the following roll call vote: Ayes: Councilmen Diament,
Sherratt, Tillman, and President Corica - 4. Noes: None. Absent: None.
Abstaining: Councilman Stone.
CONSENT CALENDAR
President Corica noted that reports regarding extensions of time relative to
Tracts 4121 and 4276 and the resolution regarding designation of certain roads
in the Federal-Aid Urban System would be withdrawn from the Consent Calendar
for discussion later in the meeting.
Councilman Diament made a motion, seconded by Councilman Stone, that the following
remaining items on the Consent Calendar be adopted; the motion carried by the
following roll call vote: Ayes: Councilmen Diament, Sherratt, Stone, Tillman,
and President Corica - 5. Noes: None. Absent: None.
Items so enacted, adopted, or approved are indicated by an asterisk (*).
REPORTS AND RECOMMENDATIONS
^81-001 From Acting Planning Director requesting a hearing be scheduled for January 20,
1981, regarding rezoning of property at Pope and Webster from M-1-PD to R-5-PD-G.
The Council set the hearing date of January 20, 1981.
*81-002 From Community Development Director requesting public hearings be scheduled
relative to the Community Development Program as follows: January 20, 1981 -
Program Performance; February 3, 1981 - 7th Year H.C.D.A. Preliminary Application;
February 17, 1981 - Final H.C.D.A, AppliCdtiOO, The Council approved the hearing
dates.
*81-003 From City Engineer recommending an extension of time to December 18, 1981,
for completion of improvements in Subdivision Tract 4290 (located near the west
corner of Village IV). Approved.
*91-004 From City Engineer recommending an extension of two years to January 15, 1983,
to complete filing Final Maps of the areas within the Tentative Map of Tract 3843
in Alameda Marina Village. Approved.
*81-005 From City Engineer recommending acceptance of improvements in Tract 3865
and release of the $49,248 construction performance bond (Park Promenade located
south of Otis Drive between Tarryton Isle and Larchmont Isle). Approved.
January , 1981
*81 -006 From City Engineer recommending approval of installation of 60- degree
angle parking on both sides of Mariner Square Drive north of Mariner Square Loop.
Approved.
RESOLUTIONS
*81 -007 Resolution No. 9437 "Ordering vacation of unused public service easements
within Tract 3810 - Village IV." Adopted.
*81 -008 Resolution No. 9438 Approving Final Map of Subdivision known as Tract 4515 and
accepting certain dedicated easements and parcels of land (a portion of Tract 3810;
Village IV). Adopted.
*81 -009 Resolution No. 9439 "Authorizing execution of agreement for construction
and completion of improvements in connection with Subdivision Tract 4515 and approving
bonds as to sufficiency (Harbor Bay Isle Associates, Subdivider)." Adopted.
*81 -010 Resolution No. 9440 Approving Final Map of Subdivision known as Tract 4513 and
accepting certain dedicated easements (a portion of Tract 3810, Village IV)." Adopted.
*81 -011 Resolution No. 9441 "Authorizing execution of agreement for construction and
completion of improvements in connection with Subdivision Tract 4513 and approving
bonds as to sufficiency (Harbor Bay Isle Associates, Subdivider)." Adopted.
*81 -012 Resolution No. 9442 "Approving Final Map of Subdivision known as Tract 4382 and
accepting certain dedicated easements (Village III North)." Adopted.
*81 -013 Resolution No. 9443 "Authorizing execution of agreement for construction
and completion of improvements in connection with Subdivision Tract 4382 and
approving bonds as to sufficiency (Harbor Bay Isle Associates, Subdivider)."
Adopted.
*81 -014 Resolution No. 9444 "Approving Final Map of Subdivision known as Tract 4542 and
accepting certain dedicated easements and parcels of land (a portion of Tract
3810, Village IV)." Adopted.
*81 -015 Resolution No. 9445 "Authorizing execution of agreement for construction and
completion of improvements in connection with Subdivision Tract 4542 and approving
bonds as to sufficiency (Harbor Bay Isle Associates, Subdivider)." Adopted.
*81 -016 Resolution No. 9446 "Approving Final Map of Subdivision known as Tract
4540 and accepting certain dedicated easements and parcels of land (a portion of
3810, Village IV)." Adopted.
*81 -017 Resolution No. 9447 "Authorizing execution of agreement for construction and
completion of improvements in connection with Subdivision Tract 4540 and approving
bonds as to sufficiency (Harbor Bay Isle Associates, Subdivider)." Adopted.
*81 -018 Resolution No. 9448 "Approving Final Map of Subdivision known as Tract
4543 and accepting certain dedicated easements and parcels of land (a portion of
Tract 3810)." Adopted.
*81 -019 Resolution No. 9449 "Approving Final Map of Subdivision known as Tract
4543 and accepting certain dedicated easements and parcels of land (a portion of
Tract 3810)." Adopted.
January 6, 1981
*81 -020 Resolution No. 9450 "Approving Final Map of Subdivision known as Tract
4541 and accepting certain dedicated easements and parcels of land (a portion of
Tract 3810)." Adopted.
*81 -021 Resolution No. 9451 "Authorizing execution of agreement for construction and
completion of improvements in connection with Subdivision Tract 4541 and approving
bonds as to sufficiency (Harbor Bay Isle Associates, Subdivider)." Adopted.
*81 -022 Resolution No. 9452 "Approving Final Map of Subdivision known as Tract
4544 and accepting certain dedicated easements and parcels of land (a portion of
Tract 3810, Village IV)." Adopted.
*81 -023 Resolution No. 9453 "Authorizing execution of agreement for construction and
completion of improvements in connection with Subdivision Tract 4544 and approving
bonds as to sufficiency (Harbor Bay Isle Associates, Subdivider)." Adopted.
*81 -024 Resolution No. 9454 "Approving Final Map of Subdivision known as Tract
4289 and accepting certain dedicated easements and parcels of land (a portion of
Tract 3810)." Adopted.
*81 -025 Resolution No. 9455 "Authorizing execution of agreement for construction and
completion of improvements in connection with Subdivision Tract 4289 and approving
bonds as to sufficiency (Harbor Bay Isle Associates, Subdivider)." Adopted.
*81 -026 Resolution No. 9456 "Approving Final Map of Subdivision known as Tract
4122 and accepting certain dedicated easements and parcels of land (a portion of
Tract 3810, Village IV)." Adopted.
*81 -027 Resolution No. 9457 "Authorizing execution of agreement for construction and
completion of improvements in connection with Subdivision Tract 4122 and approving
bonds as to sufficiency (Harbor Bay Isle Associates, Subdivider)." Adopted.
*81 -028 Resolution No. 9458 "Approving Final Map of Subdivision known as Tract
4361 and accepting certain dedicated public streets, easements and rights of access
(Dividend Development Corporation - Village I Northwest)." Adopted.
*81 -029 Resolution No. 9459 "Authorizing execution of agreement for construction and
completion of improvements in connection with Subdivision Tract 4361 and approving
bonds as to sufficiency (Dividend Development Corporation)." Adopted.
*81 -030 Resolution No. 9460 "Amending Conflict of Interest Codes to incorporate
by reference the Fair Political Practices Commission's standard model Conflict
of Interest Code." Adopted.
*81 -031 Resolution No. 9461 "Authorizing execution of agreement with Albert Horowitz
for personal services (Planning services relating to Alameda Marina Village)."
Adopted.
*81 -032 Resolution No. 9462 "Calling General Municipal Election to be held in the
City of Alameda on Tuesday, April 21, 1981; establishing Election Precincts; fixing
number of Election Officers on the Board of Election for each Precinct; fixing
compensation of Election Officers and designating hours of voting." Adopted.
January 6, 1981
*81 -033 Resolution No. 9463 "Ordering the consolidation of the Governing Board
Member Election of the Peralta Community College District of Alameda County,
State of California, to be held on April 21, 1981, with the General Municipal
Election to be held in the City of Alameda on the same date insofar as the terri-
tory in which said Elections are to be held is the same." Adopted.
*81 -033a Resolution No. 9464 "Confirming canvass by Registrar of Voters of Alameda
County of State General Election held November 4, 1980." Adopted.
*81 -034 Resolution No. 9465 "Authorizing City Manager to expend up to 520,000 for
purchase of materials for the railing on the Bay Farm Island Bridge. (San Leandro
Bay Bridge)" Adopted.
INTRODUCTION OF ORDINANCES
*81 -035 Ordinance No. , New Series, "Amending certain sections of the Alameda
Municipal Code relating to parking regulations in the vicinity of Park Street and
San Jose Avenue." Passed to print.
BILLS
*81 -036 An Itemized List of Claims, certified as correct by the City Manager, was
approved in the amount of S112,403.35.
RETURN TO REGULAR AGENDA
SPECIAL ORDERS OF THE DAY
81 -037 Administering Oath of Office to Lawrence Stickney, Treasurer of the City
of Alameda.
Upon request, the Clerk administered the Oath of Office to Mr. Stickney, who was
appointed as Treasurer December 23, 1980.
81 -038 Presentation of Resolution of Commendation to Mark J. Hanna, retiring
City Engineer.
President Corica read the Resolution of Commendation, which was adopted December 23,
1980, and expressed appreciation for all Mr. Hanna has done for the City and
congratulated him upon his retirement,
Councilman Diament made a motion, seconded by Councilman Sherratt, that the resolution
commending William W. Morrison be considered out of sequence on the agenda; the
motion carried by unanimous voice vote - 5.
RESOLUTIONS
81 -039 Resolution No. 9466 "Commending William W. Morrison for his many years
of service to the City of Alameda /Bureau of Electricity upon his retirement."
Councilman Diament made a motion, seconded by Councilman Sherratt, that the resolution
be adopted; the motion carried by the following roll call vote: Ayes: Councilmen
Diament, Sherratt, Stone, Tillman, and President Corica - 5. Noes: None. Absent:
None.
January 6, 1981
WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS
81 -040 From Michael A. Grappo, Attorney at Law, 3103 La Cresta, regarding building
under construction at 2542 -49 Santa Clara Avenue.
Mr. Grappo stated conditions imposed by the Planning Board regarding off - street
parking had not been met at that location.
At the conclusion of time allotted to speak, Mr. Grappo requested additional time.
Councilman Tillman made a motion, seconded by Councilman Diament, that Mr. Grappo
be allowed two additional minutes; the motion carried by unanimous voice vote -
5.
At the conclusion of Mr. Grappo's presentation, Clive McKinstry spoke in support
of Mr. Grappo's position.
The Acting Planning Director stated that the Planning Board granted the variance
and were aware of the parking layout which was acceptable inasmuch as the concern
was for long -term parking and not short -term parking.
Councilman Sherratt made a motion, seconded by Councilman Stone, that the communi-
cation be accepted; the motion carried by unanimous voice vote - 5.
President Corica requested staff to investigate Mr. Grappo's allegations that
conditions imposed by the Planning Board had not been met and respond to Mr. Grappo.
81 -041 From William T. and Patricia A. McNamara, 1601 Fernside Boulevard, conveying
concerns relative to safety devices for the Fernside Extension Plan.
Councilman Sherratt made a motion, seconded by Councilman Stone, that the corres-
pondence be accepted and referred to the proper file for consideration when the
EIR for the Fernside Boulevard Extension is heard; the motion carried by unanimous
voice vote - 5.
HEARINGS
81 -042 Hearing regarding Tentative Map for Tract 4682, five condominium units
at 1319 Pearl Street.
The Acting Planning Director stated the Planning Board recommended approval of
the Tentative Map subject to conditions outlined in Planning Board Resolution
No. 1106.
President Corica explained the procedures to be used in the hearing, and on the
call for proponents in favor of the Planning Board recommendation, there were
no speakers; on the call for opponents, there were no speakers.
President Corica declared the public portion of the hearing closed.
President Corica stated that he would oppose the Tentative Map as he was not
in favor of condominium conversions or condominiums.
January 6, 1981
Councilman Sherratt made a motion, seconded by Councilman Tillman, that the Tenta-
tive Map be approved and the resolution relating to the map considered out of
sequence on the agenda; the motion carried by the following roll call vote: Ayes:
Councilmen Diament, Sherratt, Stone, and Tillman - 4. Noes: President Corica -
1. Absent: None.
RESOLUTIONS
81 -043 Resolution No. 9467 "Approving Tentative Map for Tract 4682, a condominium
subdivision of property at 1319 Pearl Street (Roland Marzolf, Jr., owner)."
Councilman Stone made a motion, seconded by Councilman Sherratt, that the resolution
be adopted; the motion carried by the following roll call vote: Ayes: Councilmen
Diament, Sherratt, Stone, and Tillman - 4. Noes: President Corica - 1. Absent:
None.
HEARINGS
81 -044 Hearing concerning the Alameda County Solid Waste Management Plan.
The City Manager stated that concerns previously expressed by the Council had
been submitted to the Solid Waste Management Authority of Alameda County and
recommended acceptance of the Solid Waste Management Plan.
Councilman Tillman made a motion, seconded by Councilman Diament, that the Solid
Waste Management Authority be requested to communicate with the City within a
year regarding the rate setting structure for collection of garbage; the motion
carried by unanimous voice vote - 5.
Patrick Maloney, Alameda City Disposal, spoke in support of the motion.
On the call for proponents in support of the Solid Waste Management Plan, there
were no speakers; on the call for opponents, there were no speakers.
President Corica declared the public portion of the hearing closed.
Councilman Diament made a motion, seconded by Councilman Sherratt, that the Solid
Waste Management Plan be adopted and the resolution taken out of sequence on
the agenda; the motion carried by unanimous voice vote - 5.
RESOLUTIONS
81 -045 Resolution No. 9468 "Approving the November, 1980, Solid Waste Management
Plan of the Alameda County Solid Waste Management Authority."
Councilman Diament made a motion, seconded by Councilman Sherratt, that the resolution
be adopted; the motion carried by the following roll call vote: Ayes: Councilmen
Diament, Sherratt, Stone, Tillman, and President Corica - 5. Noes: None. Absent:
None.
REPORTS AND RECOMMENDATIONS
81 -046 From City Manager concerning establishment of priorities for International
Systems, Inc., relative to grant applications.
January 6, 1981
Councilman Stone requested that a comprehensive traffic analysis of the entire
City be included in Priority No. 1, Public Works Projects.
The City Manager stated that would be in the concept of the category.
Councilman Sherratt made a motion, seconded by Councilman Stone, that the report
be accepted and the recommendations of the City Manager outlined in the report
dated December 30, 1980, approved; the motion carried by unanimous voice vote
5.
81 -047 From City Manager submitting report on the parking needs in the downtown
area.
Wayne Peace, Member of the Park Street Revitalization Committee, stated he agreed
with the assessment of the City Manager.
Michael Grappo, 3103 La Cresta, stated he had property available to lease to
the City for parking and that it would cost less than a parking structure.
Councilman Sherratt recommended staff address Mr. Grappo's offer to lease property
to the City for parking purposes when this matter is again before the Council.
After Council discussion, Councilman Sherratt made a motion, seconded by Councilman
Tillman, that the report be accepted and the City Manager's recommendations regarding
concept of parking structure as proposed be financed through assessment district
and increased parking meter revenues and the City Manager authorized to recruit
Bond Counsel and an engineering firm approved; the notion carried by unanimous
voice vote - 5.
81 -048 From Assistant City Manager regarding feasibility of an ordinance relative
to the Mayor's Committee for the Handicapped.
Councilman Stone requested staff prepare analysis of cost to operate all Boards
and Commissions and that the report be placed on the agenda of February 3, 1981,
and this report be attached.
Councilman Stone made a motion, seconded by Councilman Tillman, that the report
be accepted and approved the recommendation of the Assistant City Manager that
the Committee continue to act as an Advisory Committee as in the past and not
under a formal ordinance; the motion carried by unanimous voice vote - 5.
RESOLUTIONS
81 -049 Resolution No. 9469 "Authorizing execution of agreement with Housing Authority
of the City of Alameda relating to legal representation for said Authority (Master
Contract)."
Councilman Diament made a motion, seconded by Councilman Sherratt, that the resolution
be adopted; the motion carried by the following roll call vote: Ayes: Councilmen
Diament, Sherratt, Stone, Tillman, and President Corica - 5. Noes: None. Absent:
None.
81 -050 Resolution No. 9470 "Authorizing execution of agreement with Housing Authority
of the City of Alameda relating to legal representation for said Authority. (Hourly
Contract)."
January 6, 1981
Councilman Stone made a motion, seconded by Councilman Diament, that the resolu-
tion be adopted; the motion carried by the following roll call vote: Ayes:
Councilman Diament, Sherratt, Stone, Tillman, and President Corica - 5. Noes:
None. Absent: None.
81 -051 Resolution No. 9471 "Reaffirming policy in favor of open housing and
urging support thereof by general public."
Councilman Diament made a motion, seconded by Councilman Sherratt, that the resolu-
tion be adopted; the motion carried by the following roll call vote: Ayes:
Councilmen Diament, Sherratt, Stone, Tillman, and President Corica - 5.
Noes: None. Absent: None.
FINAL PASSAGE OF ORDINANCES
81 -052 Ordinance No. 2032, New Series "Amending the Alameda Municipal Code by
amending Section 15 -6210 thereof relating to rates for collection of garbage and
refuse."
Joseph Sullivan, 3221 Liberty Avenue, stated he was not opposed to the rate change
and complained about noise made early in the morning by persons collecting garbage.
Councilman Sherratt noted that a representative of Alameda City Disposal was present
and suggested Mr. Sullivan speak with him.
Councilman Diament made a motion, seconded by Councilman Sherratt, that the ordinance
be adopted; the motion carried by the following roll call vote: Ayes: Councilmen
Diament, Sherratt, Stone, and Tillman - 4. Noes: President Corica - 1. Absent:
None.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
President Corica stated that the items which were removed from the Consent
Calendar would be considered at this time and directed that the two reports
be considered at the same time as they both concerned extensions of time.
81 -053 From City Engineer recommending an extension of time to December 5, 1982,
for completion of improvements in Subdivision Tract 4290 (located near the
west corner of Village IV).
81 -054 From City Engineer recommending an extension of time of two years to January 17,
1983, for filing a Final Map for Subdivision Tract 4276 (Whaler's Cove located at the
east end of Tideway Drive).
President Corica stated that the developers had only requested one -year extensions
in both instances, and he would oppose granting the longer extensions.
Upon request, Mark Hanna, retired City Engineer, explained that the longer extensions
were more practical,and the longer extensions were recommended in an attempt to
prevent Council being required to consider an additional extension in a year.
Councilman Tillman made a motion, seconded by Councilman Stone, that the recomend-
ations of the City Engineer to grant the extensions be approved; the motion carried
by the following roll call vote: Ayes: Councilmen Diament, Stone, and Tillman - 3.
Noes: President Corica - 1. Abstaining: Councilman Sherratt - 1. Absent: None.
January 6, 1981
RESOLUTIONS
81 -055 Resolution No. 9472 "Designating certain roads to be in the Federal -Aid
Urban System. (Harbor Bay Parkway and southeasterly end of Maitland Drive)"
Councilman Diament stated she was concerned about connecting Maitland Drive
to City Line Road because of truck traffic.
The City Manager stated the designation had to be a complete route for the FAU
Program and would have no impact on truck traffic.
Councilman Sherratt made a motion, seconded by Councilman Stone, that the resolution
be adopted; the motion carried by the following roll call vote: Ayes: Councilmen
Diament, Sherratt, Stone, Tillman, and President Corica - 5. Noes: None. Absent:
None.
NEW BUSINESS
81 -056 Councilman Diament referred to a letter from Sara Kofman recommending
that the Otis Drive Mini -Park be named after Mayor Corica and stated she felt
Sara Kofman should also be considered for the name as she had been instrumental
in construction of the park.
President Corica stated he would decline the honor and would also support the
park being named after Sara Kofman.
Councilman Tillman stated that three people had been instrumental in building
the park: Dr. Robert French, Sara Kofman, and Mayor Corica.
After Council discussion, Councilman Sherratt made a motion, seconded by Councilman
Stone, that the correspondence be referred to the Recreation Commission for con-
sideration of a name for the Otis Drive Mini -Park along with Mayor Corica's comments
that he wished to withdraw and Council discussion regarding consideration of Sara
Kofman and Dr. Robert French; and request the Commission submit a recommendation
back to Council; the motion carried by unanimous voice vote - 5.
81 -057 Discussion of free "courtesy" play at the Municipal Golf Course.
Councilman Tillman stated that certain persons were allowed to play golf free
at the golf course and he felt this decision should be made by the City Council
as it involves revenue to the City.
Norma Arnerich, Chairman of the Golf Commission, requested the Council withhold
a decision until the Commission had an opportunity to submit a report.
Councilman Sherratt made a motion, seconded by Councilman Diament, that the matter
be referred to the Golf Commission for a report; the motion carried by unanimous
voice vote - 5.
81 -058 Councilman Stone stated she would be in Washington D.C. at the same
time of the Mayors' Conference and that her transportation would be paid. She
inquired whether the Council would wish her to attend the Mayors' Conference.
January 6, 1981
After Council discussion, Councilman Sherratt made a motion, seconded by Councilman
Tillman, that registration and hotel expenses be authorized for Vice Mayor Stone
to attend the Mayors' Conference and directed she review possible upcoming reso-
lutions with Mayor Corica and the City Manager; the motion carried by unanimous
voice vote - 5.
81 -059 Councilman Tillman referred to the new computer print out for the "Bills"
and noted the checks could be made out in 20 minutes. He expressed his apprecia-
tion to the Finance Director for updating procedures.
ORAL COMMUNICATIONS, GENERAL
81 -060 Jay Garfinkle, 3105 La Campania, stated he had arrived too late to speak
on the issue relating to garbage rates and that he had heard rumors that Council -
members receive free garbage pickup, gifts, and campaign contributions from Alameda
Disposal Company.
All Councilmembers responded that they pay for garbage service, and Councilman
Tillman noted that Councilmembers are required to report gratuitiesover S25 to Fair
Political Practices Commission which is public information on file in the Office
of City Clerk.
ADJOURNMENT
21 -061 All members of the City Council and members of the community stood in
silent tribute to the memory of Olive Hanley Albers and Marie Courneen.
There being no further business to come before the meeting, the Council adjourned
at 10:50 p.m., to assemble in regular session on Tuesday, January 20, 1981, at
7:30 O'clock p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
DEEN SPEEGLE
City Clerk
January 6, 1981