1980-01-02 Regular CC MinutesREGULAR MEETING OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ALAMEDA
HELD WEDNESDAY JANUARY 2, 1980
Convened at 7:30 o'clock p.m. with President Corica presiding. Pledge of
Allegiance led by Councilman Stone. Invocation delivered by Rev. Charles N. Nahnsen
Immanuel Lutheran Church.
ROLL CALL: Present: Councilman Diament, Stone, Tillman, and President Corica (4).
Absent: Councilman Sherratt (1).
CONSENT CALENDAR
Councilman Diament made a motion, seconded by Councilman Stone, that the Resolution,
"Acknowledging Lessee's exercise of option to renew lease of City -owned land to the
Island City Gun Club" be removed from the Consent Calendar for Council discussion
later in the meeting and the remaining items be approved; the motion carried by
unanimous voice vote - 4.
Those items so enacted, adopted, or approved are indicated by an asterisk ( *).
MINUTES
Councilman Diament made a motion, seconded by Councilman Stone, that the minutes
of the regular meeting of December 18, 1979, be approved as submitted; the
motion passed by unanimous voice vote - 4.
WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS
80 -001 From Elector Littlejohn, 3225 Madison Street, requesting permission to
hold a meeting in honor of Martin Luther King's birthday on the steps of City
Hall, January 14, 1980, from 12:30 p.m. to 1:30 p.m., and to move the program to
Council Chambers in the event of inclement weather.
The Acting City Manager stated that permission for this activity had been granted
in the past and that the Council Chambers has been reserved for January 14, 1980,
from 12:30 p.m. to 1:30 p.m., in the event of inclement weather.
Councilman Tillman made a motion, seconded by Councilman Diament, that the request
be approved; the motion carried by unanimous voice vote - 4.
80 -002 From Alamedans with H.O.P.E., signed by Melvin Kahn, President, regarding
action taken at the Board meeting of November 26, 1979, when they voted to go on
record against condominium conversions.
Councilman Tillman made a motion, seconded by Councilman Diament, that the
communication be accepted and filed; the motion carried by unanimous voice vote - 4.
Susan Banks, 1027 Pacific Avenue, spoke in support of the position of Alamedans
with H.O.P.E. against condominium conversions.
Oanua,ry 2, 1980
After Council discussion, Councilman Di3ment made a motion, seconded by
Councilman Tillman, that the Planning Board be directed to consider an
amendment to the Condominium Conversion Ordinance which would relate conversions
to vacancy factors; the motion carried by unanimous voice vote - 4.
89-003 From Commander Earl W. Wood, 1940 Franciscan Way, requesting that the
Council encourage Alameda residents to display the American flag daily at their
homes during the period that the American hostages are held in Irdn.
Councilman Stone made a motion, seconded by Councilman Diament, that the
communication be accepted and that the Council endorse the suggestion to encourage
Alameda residents to display the American flag daily during the period that the
American hostages are held in Iran; the motion carried by unanimous voice vote - 4.
80-004 From Dr. Raman Patel, 2220 Lincoln Avenue, #C, regarding parking citations
for parking overnight in the City employee lot at 2216 Lincoln Avenue.
President Corica stated that a recommendation had been received from the Chief
of Police stating that the Police Department had no objections to public parking
when employees are not using the lot.
After Council discussion, Councilman Stone made a motion, seconded by Councilman
Tillman, that the public be allowed to park in the employee lot for a trial period
Of 6 months between 10 p.0. and 8 a.m. Monday through Friday, and from 5 p.0.
On Friday to 8 a.m. on Monday, and on holidays, and directed that vehicles
parking in violation of the specified times be ticketed; the motion carried
by unanimous voice vote - 4.
Councilman Tillman requested that the Clerk place the matter on the Council
3geOda of July 15° 1980, for re-evaluation.
*80-005 From Friends of Alameda, signed by Joseph J. Brecher, appealing decision
of Planning Board in adopting the Negative Declaration on the Fernside Extension,
Accepted communication and set hearing date for January 15, 1980.
80-005 From Encinal Terminals, signed by Chengben (Peter) Wang, President,
regarding provision for access to Pacific Marina complex and Encinal Terminals
during the first phase of Alameda Marina Village development.
President Corica stated that Encinal Terminals is requesting clarification on an
action taken at a prior meeting and recommended that the matter be discussed on
January 15, 1980, inasmuch as a hearing will be held regarding a tentative map for
Alameda Marina VfllDge,
Councilman Dfoment made a motion, seconded by Councilman Tillman, that discussion
Of the matter be postponed to January 15, 1980; the motion carried by unanimous
voice vote - 4.
80-007 From Commanding Officer Naval Air Station, signed by Captain R.A. Daleke,
expressing concern regarding the Environmental Impact Report Supplement for the
"Oakland World Trade Center" relative to Accident Potential Zones for Runway 25
and requesting Council support to reopen the case before the Airport Land Use
CO00iS3iOn,
January 2, 1980
President Corica stated that the Naval Air Station was requesting Council support
to reopen the Naval Air Station case before the Airport Land Use Commission
(ALUC) in support of Accident Potential Zones for Runway 25 and recommended that
the Council support the Naval Air Station position.
Hefurther stated that he had previously sent correspondence to the Airport Land Use
Commission and other agencies involved outlining the Council's concerns regarding
the proposed "Oakland World Trade Center" as it affects the approach to Runway 25.
Councilman Stone made a motion, seconded by Councilman Tillman, that the Council go
on record in support of the Naval Air Station position and directed Mayor Corica
to request ALUC to reopen the case of the Naval Air Station and to express Council
support of the recommendation that APZ -I and APZ -II for Runway 25 be adopted as an
area of referral and to support adoption of Air Installation Compatible Use Zone
(AICUZ) guidelines; the motion carried by unanimous voice vote - 4.
President Corica read a letter from the Port of Oakland dated January 2, 1980,
regarding safety zones for Runway 25 and stating that the Port would provide the
Council with an analysis.
After Council discussion, Councilman Tillman made a motion, seconded by Councilman
Diament, that the Council take the position that a member be appointed to ALUC
to represent the Naval Air Station as a major airport; the motion carried by
unanimous voice vote - 4.
After further Council discussion, Councilman Stone made a motion, seconded by
Councilman Tillman, that Mayor Corica be authorized as the spokesman for the Council
at the meeting to be held at the Port of Oakland on January 8, 1980, regarding
the proposed "World Trade Center;" the motion carried by unanimous voice vote - 4.
HEARINGS
30-0OP, In the matter of a Review of the Record on an appeal by Hansen, Murakami,
Eshima, from a decision of the Planning Board regarding the amendment to the
Planned Development, PD 79 -6, at Harbor Bay Landing Shopping Center (Mobil Oil
Service Station).
President Corica explained procedures to be followed.
The Assistant Planning Director stated that the Planning Board had denied the
amended planned development and made the following findings, and that if approved,
it could create a liability to the City.
1. That the basic integrity of the design of the shopping center was being
compromised.
2. That the size of the proposed facility is only 11,000 square feet compared
to the normal 15,000 square feet for a facility of that type.
3. The landscaping is inadequate.
4. It is anticipated that queuing would probably result on a major street in the
event of aas shortages.
January 2, 1980
Tom Bardett, Mobil Oil Corporation, stated that Mobil Oil Company does not agree
with the Planning Board findings and that they plan to have an attendant present
if cars are queuing to enter the station.
Oscar Barry, and John B. Davis, Harbor Bay Isle Associates, spoke in favor of
the appeal.
The following persons spoke against the appeal:
Charles Thoss, 3204 McCartney Avenue
Joseph Sullivan, 3221 Liberty Avenue
Brian Maddock, 1000 Auburn Drive
James Debose, Jr. 3311 Encinal Avenue
Darleen Banda, 917 Delmar Street
Councilman Stone made a motion, seconded by Councilman Tillman, that the proposed
amendment to the planned development, PD -79 -6, be approved with the condition
that an attendant be required when queuing of cars occurs.
President Corica recommended that if the Council wishes to approve the amendment
to the planned development that the Planning Board provide conditions for approval.
Councilman Diament stated that she would vote against the motion, but if the
motion is approved she would hope that the Planning Board would establish conditions.
Upon call of the roll, the motion FAILED by the following roll call vote:
Ayes: Councilmen Stone and Tillman - 2. Noes: Councilman Diament and President
Corica - 2. Absent: Councilman Sherratt - 1.
After further Council discussion, Councilman Tillman made a motion, seconded
by Councilman Stone, that the matter be postponed to the meeting of January 15, 1980
and that staff recommend conditions that could be imposed if the proposed amendment
is approved; the motion carried on the following roll call vote: Ayes: Councilmen
Stone, Tillman and President Corica - 3. Noes: Councilman Diament - 1.
Absent: Councilman Sherratt - 1.
REPORTS AND RECOMMENDATIONS
'0 -009 From Secretary of the Planning Board regarding adoption of the Negative
Declaration for the extension of Fernside Boulevard.
President Corica recommended that the report be postponed to January 15, 1980,
inasmuch as an appeal had been filed, and a hearing is set for that date.
Councilman Stone made a motion, seconded by Councilman Diament, that the matter
be postponed to January 15, 1980; the motion carried by unanimous voice vote - 4.
*80 -010 From Secretary of the Planning Board requesting that the Council set the
hearing date of January 15, 1980, in the matter of a Tentative Map for Tract 3843
the first tract map for Alameda Marina Village. Approved hearing date of
January 15, 1980.
80-011 rrom City Engineer requesting to hire a consultant for Patton Way
Project.
Councilman Tillman requested that the consultant provide Council with periodic
status reports as to the progress being made on the Patton Way Project.
January 2, 1980
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President Corica obtained the consent of Council and so Ordered`
Councilman Diament made a motion, seconded by Councilman Stone, that the
request be approved and the resolution considered out of order; the motion
carried by unanimous voice vote - 4.
RESOLUTIONS
8O-012 Resolution NO` 9206, "Authorizing execution of agreement for a
consultant to coordinate the Patton Way Project".
Councilman Diament made a motion, seconded by Councilman Stone, that the
resolution be adopted; motion carried on the following roll call vote:
Ayes: 4 Noes: None, Absent: Councilman Sherratt - 1.
REPORTS AND RECOMMENDATIONS
80~O13 From Acting City Manager recommending withdrawal of Negative Declaration
and Environmental Impact Report for the Patton Way Project.
Councilman Diament made a motion, seconded by Councilman Stone, that the
Negative Declaration and Environmental Impact Report for the Patton Way Project
be withdrawn and the Planning Director be auth0ri2ed to notify interested parties;
the motion carried by unanimous voice vote - 4.
Bob Brewer, 2045 Buena Vista Avenue, spoke in regards to traffic concerns
relative to the Patton Way project.
80-014 From Acting City Manager submitting report on the status of Otis/Oak
Mini-Park.
The City Manager stated that a check had been received in the amount of S3,000
from Abe and Sara Kofman for the completion of the mini-park and that a legal
description for transfer of property would be prepared for the Dg8nda of
January 15, 1980.
Councilman Diament made a motion, seconded by Councilman Tillman, that the
report be accepted, and that a resolution be prepared thanking Abe and Sara KOfmd0
for their generous contribution; the motion carried by unanimous voice vote - 4.
*80-015 From Acting City Manager requesting to schedule Civil Service Board
meetings at 4;00 p.m', the first Wednesday of each month, instead of 7:30 p.m.
as previously scheduled, Approved.
80-016 From Assistant to City Manager regarding status of the proposed Senior
Center`
Councilman Diament made a motion, seconded by Councilman Tillman, that the
following recommendations outlined in the staff report, be approved:
1. The Council designate Washington School as the primary site
for consideration as a Senior Center.
January 2, 1980
2. The Council and City staff continue negotiations
with the School District to obtain Washington School as
a Senior Center site.
3. The staff be authorized to continue working with the County
Department on Aging to develop an appropriate application
for operating funds from the Title III program for fiscal
1980 -81.
The motion carried by unanimous voice vote - 4.
Kate Chamberlain, 1420 Fountain Street, stated that she would hope an enclosed
swimming pool facility could be included at the Senior Center.
*80 -037 From City Engineer regarding personal services agreement with Loretta
Brewer for temporary part -time assistance in the Building Inspection Division.
Approved.
*80 -018 From Acting Senior Personnel Analyst recommending implementation of
salary adjustments in accordance with Memoranda of Understandino between City
and Fire Fighters' Association and Police Association. Approved.
COUNCIL REFERRALS
8C -019 Councilman Diament requested that unit pricing be followed up inasmuch
as state legislation requiring that each unit be priced expired at the end
of 1979.
80 -020 Councilman Tillman stated he had complaints about the condition of the
street on the East side of Island Drive at the site where East Bay Municipal
Utility District (EBMUD) is doing some work.
President Corica obtained the consent of Council and directed that staff correspond
with EBMUD regarding the hazards and possibility of accidents and request that
work on that site be expedited.
80-021 Councilman Stone stated that she had been contacted by members of Boards
and Commissions regarding business cards to designate their positions on the
Boards or Commissions and requested the Acting City Manager to provide a recommendation
and the cost to provide the cards by January 15, 1980.
80 -022 Councilman Tillman stated he was concerned about the sale of drug
paraphanalia and that if there is any new legislation, he would like the Council
to address the matter again.
80 -023 Councilman Diament stated that the monetary prizes for proposed winning
floats and bands in the 4th of July parade were quite large and that she would
support community involvement without monetary prizes.
President Corica stated that he had met with the parade committee and the
inclination seems to be that monetary prizes should be eliminated and plaques
and trophies awarded.
January 2, 1980
RESOLUTIONS
*80 -024 Resolution No. 9207, "Waiving parcel map requirements of the Subdivision
Map Act for property located at 1620 and 1622 Morton Street." Adopted.
80 -025 Resolution No. , "Acknowledging lessee's exercise of option to renew
lease of City -owned land to the Island City Gun Club."
Councilman Tillman made a motion, seconded by Councilman Diament, to postpone
consideration of the resolution until January 15, 1980, and directed that
Council be furnished a copy of the original contract and minutes for the meeting
at which it was adopted; the motion carried by unanimous voice vote - 4.
William LaTa, Island City Gun Club, stated that they were planning to make some
improvements to the facility but would wait until the option is acknowledged by
Council.
John Barni, Jr., 1260 Eighth Street, stated that he was representing the property
owners in the immediate area and wished to address the matter when it is
considered by the Council.
*89 -026 Resolution No. 9208, "Authorizing execution of agreement with Loretta C.
Brewer for personal services (Temporary part -time assistance in the Building
Inspections Division)''. Adopted.
*80 -027 Resolution No. 9209, "Amending City of Alameda Resolution No. 9162 by
amending pages 6, 7, 11 and 12 relating to salary increases for certain employees
effective January 1, 1980." Adopted.
INTRODUCTION OF ORDINANCES
*80 -028 Ordinance No. , New Series, "Authorizing execution of lease of certain
submerged and tide lands to the United States of America and approving the form and
terms of said lease (Government Island Floating Recreational Docks)." Adopted.
ORDINANCES FOR PASSAGE
*60 -029 Ordinance No. 1995, "Adding, amending, and repealing certain sections of
the Alameda Municipal Code relating to animal control Adopted.
ORAL COMMUNICATIONS, GENERAL
80 -030 The City Attorney stated that the City has received a judgment enjoining
the operation of an adult book store on Webster Street, which has been appealed,
and there is a motion on closure of another one to be heard next week.
BILLS
*80-031 An Itemized List of Claims, certified by the City Manager as correct,
was approved in the amount of S126,157.19.
FILING
*80 -032 Agreement with consultant for Patton Way Project.
Agreement with Loretta C. Brewer for personal services.
January 2, 1980
Lease with United States of America (Government Island Floating
Recreational Docks).
Bureau of Electricity Financial and Operating Report for period
ending September 30, 1979.
ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business to come before the meeting, the Council
adjourned at 9:25 p.m. to assemble in regular session on Tuesday, January 15, 1980,
at 7:30 o'clock p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
DEEN SPEEGL
City Clerk