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1981-03-17 Regular CC MinutesREGULAR MEETING OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ALAMEDA HELD TUESDAY MARCH 17, 1981 Convened at 7:30 o'clock p.m. with President Corica presiding. Pledge of Allegiance was led by Girl Scout Mayor, Jill Norris. The Invocation was given by Roger Bauer, Immanuel Lutheran Church. ROLL CALL: Present: Councilmen Diament, Sherratt, Stone, Tillman, and President Corica - 5. Absent: None. SPECIAL ORDERS OF THE DAY 81 -193 Girl Scouts in Government Day. President Corica read a Proclamation honoring the Girl Scouts and expressed Council's appreciation for their participation and interest in City Government. He then introduced the following Girl Scouts and indicated the positions they represented during the afternoon with their counterparts at City Hall. Mayor Councilman /Vice Mayor Councilman Councilman Councilman City Manager Assistant City Manager Finance Director Police Chief Fire Chief Assistant Fire Chief City Engineer Community Development Director Police Captain Fire Captain Planning Director Director of Recreation and Parks City Clerk City Librarian City Attorney Jill Norris Sarah Francabandera Julienne Nakano Tracie Klein Cyndi Young Michelle Young Wendy Cabral Erin Lininger Patti Ensley Beth Harris Christine Sisson Julia De Clue Marta Walsh Diane Lomba Colleen Clark Linda Garcia Teresa Robertson Kim Wall Sandra Green Pamela Hiller Troop - 1538 1538 80 80 2319 710 710 1185 2319 80 2107 80 80 80 1185 80 1538 1185 80 1874 After the introductions, President Corica thanked the parents and leaders who came to the meeting to support Girl Scouts in Government Day. 81 -194 Joint meeting with the City Council and the East Bay Regional Park District. Dick Trudeau, General Manager of the East Bay Regional Park District, introduced the following members of the Board: William Jardin, President, Dr. Howard Cogswell, Mary Jefferds, John Leavitt, and Ted Radke. He noted that two members of the Board, Harlan Kessell and Walter Costa were absent. Mr. Trudeau then introduced the following members of his staff: Jerry Kent, Hulet Hornbeck, Lew Crutcher, Chris Nelson, Larry Olson, Tom Schweser, Ron Russo, and Ray Dawson and noted other members were in the audience. March 17. 1981 81 -195 Robert Crown Beach and Alameda South Shore problems. Director Leavitt began the Work Session by presenting background data on Robert Crown Memorial Beach and Alameda South Shore. He then addressed the erosion problem at South Shore and explained the alternatives outlined in a study prepared by the Army Corps of Engineers, "Public Brochure Study of Beach Erosion Control City of Alameda," in September, 1979. He then explained the recommended solution which is Alternative C in that study. Alternative C would fill the beach with medium sand which would not erode as rapidly as fine sand. After considerable discussion, Councilman Tillman made a motion, seconded by Councilman Diament that Alternative C be accepted; the motion carried by unanimous voice vote - 5. Director Cogswell made a motion, seconded by Director Jefferds, that Alternative C be adopted with the proviso that it include a groin on the east end and that this action would not preclude future refinements if needed; the motion carried by unanimous voice vote - 5. Councilman Tillman offered an amendment to the previous motion, accepted by Councilman Diament that the Council also adopt inclusion of the groin on the east end and that this action not preclude future refinements if needed; the motion carried by unanimous voice vote - 5. President Corica recommended that Council and East Bay Regional Park District coordinate letters of support to legislators and the Governor to obtain funding for the erosion project. President Jardin agreed with the recommendation. Mr. Trudeau noted the Assembly Ways and Means Committee were currently scheduling meetings relative to funding for the erosion project. Director Jefferds stated it might be possible to obtain 55,000 from Army Corps of Engineers for technical assistance. In response to inquiry from Councilman Tillman, Director Leavitt stated he had suggested that pictures be taken periodically and stakes used to measure the shift of the sand. Jerry Kent, East Bay Regional Park District, summarized the report regarding the odor problem. Ron Russo, East Bay Regional Park District, summarized the report regarding the oil spill which resulted in environmental damage along the shoreline and showed slides showing the damage. Larry Olson, East Bay Regional Park District, summarized the report relative to law enforcement activities in the beach area. 81 -196 Director Leavitt stated the Sea Scouts proposed to improve the second floor of the old "Glory of the Sea" maritime training landship at the end of McKay Street in Alameda and noted the facility would be available for use of other organizations by reservation. March 17, 1981 Director Radke made a motion, seconded by Director Jefferds that the concept of the Sea Scouts proposal to renovate and use the facility be approved; the motion carried by unanimous voice vote - 5. Commodore Wayne McAfee, Alameda Sea Scouts, expressed his appreciation for support of the Sea Scouts' proposal. 81 -197 Future of Alameda Disposal site. The City Manager outlined some of the problems in closing the Alameda Disposal site and summarized three possible solutions for use of the site. He further stated the uses of the disposal site were limited. Hadi Monsef, President of the Public Utilities Board, noted that an Environmental Impact Report is currently being prepared for the San Leandro site for the Solid Waste Generating Station but as these plans are not finalized, it is still possible a portion of the disposal site will be needed for the Solid Waste Generating Station. President Corica recommended the City find out what the land for the site is worth. Lew Crutcher, East Bay Regional Park District, summarized plans for a trail in the vicinity of Crown -Bay Farm Island -San Leandro Bay. 81 -198 Development of San Leandro Bay. Tom Schweser, East Bay Regional Park District, explained development that has been accomplished in the San Leandro Bay Project and presented slides showing the development. 81 -199 Bay Farm Island. The City Manager stated that construction of a railing on the west side of the Bay Farm Island Bridge had been completed and the City had been attempting to obtain funding for a more permanent structure on the east side of the bridge; he noted funding was not available at this time. The City Manager then explained plans for the trail around Bay Farm Island and the Linear Park. The City Manager stated that both the Council and the East Bay Regional Park District had prepared resolutions approving the South Shore Beach Revitalization Project and recommended consideration of those resolutions at this time. Councilman Sherratt made a motion, seconded by Councilman Diament, that the Council resolution relating to this matter be considered out of sequence on the agenda; the motion carried by unanimous voice vote - 5. RESOLUTIONS 81 -200 Resolution No. 9498 "Approving Environmental Impact Report for South Shore Beach Revitalization Project and findings of fact thereon and authorizing project to proceed." 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. March 17, 1981 81 -201 East Bay Regional Park District Resolution No. 1981 -3 -86 "Adoption of findings for Alameda South Shore Improvement Project." Director Jardin made a motion, seconded by Director Cogswell, that the resolution be adopted; the motion carried by unanimous voice vote - 5. ADJOURNMENT OF JOINT MEETING There being no further business to come before the Joint Meeting, the Joint Meeting adjourned at 10:40 p.m. REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING RECONVENED The Council reconvened at 10:50 with President Corica presiding. MINUTES Councilman Diament made a motion, seconded by Councilman Sherratt, that the Minutes of the Regular Council Meeting of February 3, 1981, be approved as submitted; the motion carried by unanimous voice vote - 5. CONSENT CALENDAR Councilman Diament made a motion, seconded by Councilman Sherratt, that all 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, approved or adopted are indicated by an asterisk ( *). REPORTS AND RECOMMENDATIONS *81 -202 From Acting Planning Director requesting a hearing be scheduled April 7, 1981 regarding Tentative Map for Tract 4797, Victorian Village on Bay Farm Island. Approved. *81 -203 From Acting Planning Director requesting a hearing be scheduled April 7, 1981, regarding Tentative Map for Tract 4772, at Holly Street and Brithorn Lane on Bay Farm Island. Approved. *81 -204 From Acting City Engineer recommending that an extension of time of 12 months to March 21, 1982, be granted to Harbor Bay Isle Associates to complete improvements in Tract 3645 (Village 2). Approved. *81 -205 From Acting City Engineer recommending acceptance of improvements related to Subdivision Tract 3922, Otis Drive near Westline Drive, and return of bond in the amount of $5,000. Approved. *81 -206 From Burton Crowell, Project Coordinator, submitting status report on the Patton Way Project. Accepted. *81 -207 From Finance Director submitting interest report for February, 1981. Approved. March 17, 1981 RESOLUTIONS *81 -208 Resolution No. 9499 "Recording opposition of the Council of the City of Alameda to the Governor's proposed Budget for Fiscal Year 1981 -82 which would withdraw State financing of local government operations." Adopted. *81 -209 Resolution No. 9500 "Authorizing submittal of application for Transportation Development Act Grant Funds for bicycle path under north end of Bay Farm Island Bridge." Adopted. *81 -210 Resolution No. 9501 "Awarding contract for furnishing alterations to Mastick Senior Center and authorizing execution thereof." Adopted. *81 -211 Resolution No. 9502 "Authorizing submittal of a Grant Application to the California Coastal Conservancy for funds to develop public access areas along the shoreline of the City of Alameda." Adopted. *81 -212 Resolution No. 9503 "Establishing Election Precincts, designating polling places therefor and naming officers of election for each precinct for General Municipal Election to be held on Tuesday, April 21, 1981." Adopted. *81 -213 Resolution No. 9504 "Commending Walter Nyland for his many years of service to the City of Alameda /Bureau of Electricity upon his retirement." Adopted. *81 -214 Resolution No. 9505 "Endorsing formula for distribution of California Parklands Bond Act of 1980 funds." Adopted. *81 -215 Resolution No. 9506 "Approving Parcel Map No. 3430 for division of prop- erty located between Webster Street and Southern Pacific Company property, north of Buena Vista Avenue (commonly known as Eagle Village), permitting recording thereof and finding said Parcel Map consistent with City's General Plan (Housing Authority of the City of Alameda)." Adopted. INTRODUCTION OF ORDINANCES *81 -216. Ordinance No. , New Series "Amending the Alameda Municipal Code relating to parking regulations on Buena Vista Avenue west and east of Grand Street to facilitate use of Clement Avenue as a truck route." Passed to print. FINAL PASSAGE OF ORDINANCES *81 -217 Ordinance No. 2042, New Series "Authorizing execution of amendment to lease between City, as lessor, and Alameda Swimming Pool Association, as lessee, by extending termination date thereof from May 31, 1986, to May 1, 1991." Finally adopted. BILLS *81 -218 An Itemized List of Claims, certified by the City Manager as correct was approved in the amount of S151,239.80. RETURN TO REGULAR AGENDA March 17, 1981 HEARINGS 81 -219 Hearing to consider General Plan Amendment GPA -81 -1 to change the Land Use Plan map designation for the Pope /Webster Street site of Makassar Straits Village from Open Space to Special Multi - Family. The Acting Planning Director stated that the Planning Board approved the General Plan Amendment to change the Land Use Plan designation for the Pope /Webster Street site of Makassar Straits to Special Multi - Family. President Corica explained procedures to be used in the hearing, and on the call for proponents in support of the amendment, 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 applicable resolution be considered out of sequence on the agenda; the motion carried by unanimous voice vote - 5. RESOLUTIONS 81 -220 Resolution No. 9507 "Amending the Combined Land Use Plan of the General Plan of the City of Alameda by amending the Land Use Plan map designation and related text for Pope /Webster Street site of Makassar Straits Village from Open Space to Special Multi- Family." 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. FINAL PASSAGE OF ORDINANCES 81 -221 Ordinance No. 2043, New Series "An ordinance of the City of Alameda relating to the construction, operation, regulation and control of Cable Television Systems within the City's territorial limits." Joseph Sullivan, 3221 Liberty Avenue, recommended the ordinance be held over until persons from the public sector have been appointed to the Cable Television Advisory Committee. Councilman Sherratt made a motion, seconded by Councilman Stone, that the ordinance be finally adopted; the motion carried by the following roll call vote: Ayes: Councilmen Sherratt, Stone, and Tillman - 3. Noes: Councilman Diament and President Corica - 2. Absent: None. UNFINISHED BUSINESS 81 -222 Councilman Tillman expressed concern that the issue of public accessways to shoreline on East Shore Drive had not been resolved. 81 -223 Councilman Tillman inquired regarding the status of sale of property at 1317 Pacific Avenue. The Assistant City Manager explained that staff was attempting to coordinate with Housing strategy. March 17, 1981 81 -224 Councilman Tillman Requested an appraisal be made as soon as possible of the 12 -acre interior park site in Tract 4500. 81 -225 Councilman Stone made a motion, seconded by Councilman Sherratt, that staff be directed to send copies of Measure B to City Councils and City Managers to all cities in Alameda County; the motion carried by unanimous voice vote - 5. 81 -226 Councilman Stone made a motion, seconded by Councilman Tillman, that corres- pondence be sent to the Islandia Homeowners' Association informing them of the position of the Planning Board and City Council relative to discussions concerning possible extension of Island Drive; the motion carried by unanimous voice vote - 5 81 -227 Councilman Sherratt made a motion, seconded by Councilman Stone, that staff be directed to prepare the appropriate resolution or ordinance for the agenda of April 7, 1981, to designate the Council to take over the policy making decisions of the Housing Authority and that the Housing Authority be requested not to let any contracts or enter into any agreements until the matter is resolved; directed that the present Housing Authority be an Advisory Commission to City Council and that these actions not preclude the Management Study previously authorized by the Council. President Corica stated he felt the present Housing Authority was doing a good job. Councilman Diament stated she was opposed to the Council taking over the role of the Housing Authority. Upon call of the roll, the motion carried by the following roll call vote: Ayes: Councilmen Sherratt, Stone, and Tillman - 3. Noes: Councilman Diament and President Corica - 2. Absent: None. Councilman Stone requested that Housing Authority Members be notified in the morning that the matter would be on the agenda of April 7, 1981. 81 -228 Councilman Diament inquired as to the position of the Council regarding the proposal of East Bay Division of the League of California Cities to hold a raffle to alleviate payment of dues by cities. After discussion, with consent of Council, President Corica directed that the City offer S15.00 to cover their portion instead of supporting a raffle. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS, GENERAL 81 -229 Mary Rudge, the City's representative on the Alameda County Arts Commission, requested the Council endorse participation in the State -Local Partnership Arts Program and noted there would be no expense to the City. Councilman Tillman made a motion, seconded by Councilman Sherratt, that the City endorse the program; the motion carried by unanimous voice vote - 5. March 17, 1981 ADJOURNMENT 81 -230 Councilman Stone made a motion, seconded by Councilman Sherratt, that the Council adjourn to an Executive Session for discussion of litigation and personnel matters; the motion carried by unanimous voice vote - 5. At the conclusion of discussion, it was determined that no action would be taken at this time. There being no further business to come before the meeting, the Council adjourned at 11:35 p.m. to assemble in Regular Session on April 7, 1981, at 7 :30 o'clock p.m. Respectfully submitted, DEEN SPEEGLE City Clerk March 17, 1981