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1980-11-04 Regular CC MinutesREGULAR MEETING OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ALAMEDA HELD TUESDAY NOVEMBER 4, 1980 The meeting convened at 7:30 p.m,, with President Corica presiding. The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Vice Mayor Stone. The Invocation was given by Rev. Palmer, First Christian Church. ROLL CALL: Present: Councilmen Diament, Sherratt, Stone, Tillman, and President Corica - 5. Absent: None. MINUTES Councilman Sherratt made a motion, seconded by Councilman Diament, that the minutes of the Special Council Meeting of October 16, 1980, be approved as submitted; the motion carried by unanimous voice vote - 5. CONSENT CALENDAR President Corica noted a request had been received to withdraw report requesting a hearing be scheduled November 18, 1980, relative to Tract 4500 from Consent Calendar for discussion later in the meeting. Councilman Sherratt made a motion, seconded by Councilman Diament, that the following remaining items on the Consent Calendar be approved; 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, will be indicated by an asterisk ( REPORTS AND RECOMMENDATIONS )• *80 -760 From Assistant City Manager requesting a hearing be scheduled December 2, 1980, regarding proposed amendment to the Alameda Municipal Code relating to taxicab permits. Approved hearing date. *80 -761 From City Engineer recommending improvements for Parcel Map 2602 be accepted, the Community Center located north of Leydecker Park. Accepted. RESOLUTIONS *80 -762 Resolution No. 9403 "Accepting from Ponderosa Homes a storm drain easement in Lot 18, Block 1 of Tract 3904." Adopted. *80 -763 Resolution No. 9404 "Ordering vacation of portion of unused storm drain easement in Lot 19, Block 1 of Tract 3904." Adopted. *80 -764 Resolution No. 9405 "Awarding contract for furnishing four motorcycles with police package for the Police Department to Powell Enterprises and authorizing execution thereof." Adopted. *80 -765 Resolution No. 9406 "Adopting specifications for furnishing to the City of Alameda approximately one hundred forty -two revolvers for law enforcement use, calling for bids and directing City Clerk to advertise same." Adopted. November 4, 1980 *80 -766 Resolution No. 9407 "Adopting by reference Government Code Sections 15000 -15203 of the State of California, "State EIR Guidelines," with amendments, adoptions and deletions thereto, providing principles, objectives, criteria and definitions for the implementation of the California Environment Quality Act of 1970." Adopted. BILLS *80 -767 An Itemized List of Claims, certified by the City Manager as correct, was approved in the amount of S78,390.15. RETURN TO REGULAR AGENDA WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS 80 -768 From No on 8 Committee requesting endorsement in opposition to Proposition 8 pertaining to controlling any future development of North Coast Rivers. Councilman Sherratt made a motion, seconded by Councilman Diament, that the com- munication be accepted; the motion carried by unanimous voice vote - 5. 80 -769 From San Francisco Bay Conservation and Development Commission regarding leasing of City -owned public access points to the Oakland - Alameda Estuary along East Shore Drive and Fernside Boulevard to neighboring property owners for private purposes. Councilman Sherratt made a motion, seconded by Councilman Stone, that the com- munication be referred for discussion during the hearing regarding access ways to the shoreline; the motion carried by unanimous voice vote - 5. HEARINGS 80 -770 Hearing regarding public access ways to the shoreline in the east end of Alameda. The Acting Planning Director stated that the Council had requested the Planning Board to consider access ways to the shoreline, and the Planning Board unanimously approved the recommendations outlined in the report dated September 15, 1980. She further stated additional hearings would be required and requested direction from the Council as to the next steps that should be taken. The Planning staff presented slides showing the various access ways. President Corica explained the procedures to be followed during the hearing. On the call for proponents, persons in favor of the Planning Board recommendations, the following persons spoke: Elizabeth Rogers, 1261 Weber Street Ronald Day, 1350 East Shore Drive Robert Guthrie, 3341 Fernside Boulevard Wilfred H. Hodgkin, 3243 Fernside Boulevard On the call for opponents, the following persons spoke: John Gutleben, 2844 San Jose Joseph Sullivan, 3221 Liberty Avenue November 4, 1980 Gordon Christopher, 2807 Marina Drive, recommended that the Fruitvale fishing pier be closed because of vandalism and excessive criminal activity in the area and stated he was not opposed to the other proposed access closures. Stephen Lanctot, 2832 Marina Drive, spoke in favor of keeping the Fruitvale fishing pier open and stated he would be opposed to further expansion of the facility. President Corica declared the public portion of the hearing closed. Councilman Stone requested information as to the cost of fencing for the three access ways recommended for closure, consideration of limiting the height of the fences, and the cost of a fishing pier near the High Street Bridge. She also stated she would favor using any funds from leasing the access ways to improve public access to the shoreline in the same general area. Councilman Diament requested the City Attorney to prepare a report on the legalities relative to bidding procedures for the access ways recommended for lease for private use. Councilman Tillman requested the City Attorney to prepare a report as to where the City stands in regard to the most recent BCDC communication. He referred to Mr. Christopher's remarks regarding vandalism in the area of the Fruitvale Bridge and requested the Council be provided copies of the police reports. Councilman Sherratt made a motion, seconded by Councilman Diament, that the rec- ommendations of the Planning Board as outlined in the report dated September 15, 1980, be accepted and directed staff to pursue those recommendations, and expand upon the use of Miller - Sweeney Bridge and the City's jurisdiction. Councilman Tillman recommended that the future report refer to the areas by number as designated on the map exhibit. Councilman Sherratt offered an amendment to the motion, accepted by Councilman Diament, that the future report refer to the areas by number as designated on the map exhibit; the motion, as amended, carried by unanimous voice vote - 5. 80 -771 Hearing regarding Amended Tentative Map for Tract 4136. (Fernside Boulevard extended and Washington Street) The Acting Planning Director stated that the Planning Board had approved the Amended Tentative Map for Tract 4136 subject to 26 conditions outlined in Planning Board Resolution No. 1093. President Corica explained the procedures to be used in the hearing. On the call for proponents in favor of the Planning Board recommendation, Jeff Slavin, representing Ponderosa Homes, spoke in support of approval of the Amended Tentative Map and offered to answer any questions. On the call for opponents, there were no speakers. President Corica ordered the public portion of the hearing closed. Councilman Sherratt made a motion, seconded by Councilman Diament, that the Amended Tentative Map be approved subject to conditions imposed by the Planning Board and the resolution considered out of sequence on the agenda at this time; the motion carried by unanimous voice vote - 5. November 4, 1980 RESOLUTIONS 80 -772 Resolution No. 9408 "Approving Amended Tentative Map for Tract 4136, a division of property to the south of the Fernside Boulevard /Washington Inter- section." Councilman Sherratt made a motion, seconded by Councilman Diament, that the reso- lution 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 80 -773 From Chairperson of Mayor's Committee for the Handicapped suggesting that the Council and Committee hold a joint meeting. Councilman Sherratt made a motion, seconded by Councilman Diament, that Mayor Corica coordinate a meeting date with the Committee Chairman and schedule a joint meeting just prior to a regular Council meeting in the near future; the motion carried by unanimous voice vote - 5. 80 -774 From Chairman of Historical Advisory Commission concerning Park Street downtown and Civic Center historical districts. Russell Sisung, Chairman of the Historical Advisory Commission, stated the State would designate the historical area, and each property owner would submit an application if they wish to participate, but this is not mandatory. A. J. Scott, 2418 Marti Rae Court, spoke in support of designation of the Historical District. The Acting Planning Director noted three property owners had requested their properties not be included in the Historical Districts, and their properties had been withdrawn. Councilman Sherratt made a motion, seconded by Councilman Diament, that the report be accepted and the application forwarded to the State Office of Historical Preservation; the motion carried by unanimous voice vote - 5. 80 -775 From City Manager submitting status report on Housing Community Development Act (HCDA) housing strategy. Councilman Sherratt made a motion, seconded by Councilman Stone, that the report be accepted and the final report forwarded to HUD; the motion carried by unanimous voice vote - 5. 80 -776 From City Engineer recommending an extension of two years in which Great American Homes may complete improvements related to subdivision Tracts 4024, 4025, and 4026. Councilman Sherratt made a motion, seconded by Councilman Diament, that the recommendation of the City Engineer be approved; the motion carried by unanimous voice vote - 5. November 4, 1980 RESOLUTIONS 80-777 Resolution No. 9409 "Changing the name of City Line Road to Harbor Bay Parkway and changing the name of the present Harbor Bay Parkway to Sea View Parkway." President Corica stated he opposed the proposed change as he would prefer the street remain City Line Road. Councilman Diament stated she also would prefer it remain City Line Road. Councilman Sherratt made a motion, seconded by Councilman Stone, that the resolu- tion be 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. 80-778 Resolution No. "Authorizing execution of landscape architectural services agreement with Theodore Osmundson & Associates for development of a design concept for the Holly and Oleander park site." Ina Ratto, 1053 Island Drive, spoke in opposition to the resolution. Councilman Sherratt made a motion, seconded by Councilman Stone, that the resolution be held over until a written position is received from the Homeowners' Association, that the Recreation Commission be invited to comment, but that it be noted it would be a policy decision to be made by the City Council; the motion carried by unanimous voice vote - 5. 80-779 Resolution No. 9410 "Approving Memorandum of Understanding between the Alameda Municipal Management and Confidential Employees Association and the City of Alameda." 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 80-780 Ordinance No. , New Series "Amending the Alameda Municipal Code by adding to and amending certain sections of Article 4B, Chapter 1 of Title XI thereof relating to regulation of outdoor advertising display signs." President Corica stated that the Chairperson of the Sign Committee had requested that final passage of the ordinance be continued inasmuch as clarification is needed with some members of the business community. Councilman Sherratt made a motion, seconded by Councilman Diament, that considera- tion of final passage of the ordinance be continued to the December 2, 1980, meeting; the motion carried by unanimous voice vote - 5. UNFINISHED BUSINESS President Corica stated the report withdrawn from the Consent Calendar setting a hearing relating to Tract 4500 would be discussed at this time. November 4, 1980 REPORTS AND RECOMMENDATIONS 80-781 From Secretary of Planning Board requesting a hearing be scheduled November 18, 1980, regarding amendments to the Combined Land Use Plan and the Noise Element of the General Plan relative to Tract 4500. Councilman Sherratt requested staff prepare a report regarding the following prior to the hearing: 1) Explore not zoning the noise-sensitive area along Catalina and the foot of Fontana for residential housing and investigate having a higher density further away from the noise-sensitive area; 2) Explore possi- bility of retaining eight acres for a seven-year option for a school site rather than the 12 acres previously discussed and the possibility of the developer giving the City a six-acre park site free of charge in the industrial area. Councilman Sherratt made a motion, seconded by Councilman Stone, that the report be accepted and the hearing scheduled for November 18, 1980; the motion carried by unanimous voice vote - 5. UNFINISHED BUSINESS 80-782 Councilman Sherratt requested staff to set up a meeting with the East Bay Regional Park District to ascertain whether they are going to become involved with maintenance of the shoreline and recommended that a Councilmember attend the meeting. NEW BUSINESS 80-783 President Corica stated he was concerned about cars parked facing the wrong way and requested police officers cite violators, particularly the early morning shift when they are patrolling. 80-784 Councilman Sherratt stated that Mr. Ratto, 1053 Island Drive, had mentioned that some stores do not provide inventories adequate for the needs of the community, and he should be contacted to answer any questions. The City Manager suggested perhaps a letter could be sent to the Chamber of of Commerce. Councilman Sherratt suggested Mr. Ratto could do that also. 80-785 Councilman Tillman expressed appreciation to Ray Nobriga, Administrative Assistant, for expanding the General Fund and Financial Summary Report. 80-786 Councilman Tillman inquired as to the time frames for the proposed installation of a temporary railing on the Bay Farm Island Bridge. Councilman Sherratt noted that matter is on the agenda for the Joint Meeting with the Board of Education November 5, 1980, and recommended it be discussed then. He also requested the City Manager to furnish copies of recent communications from CALTRANS to the Board of Education. 80-787 Councilman Tillman noted that recommendations relating to the Del Coronado Apartments had been referred back to the Rent Review Advisory Committee, and a report had been received indicating this matter had been resolved satis- factorily. November 4, 1980 80-788 Councilman Sherratt requested the City Manager to write the Vice President of Del Coronado Apartments and express appreciation for his appearing before the Rent Review Advisory Committee and resolving problems regarding rent increases. 80-789 Councilman Stone stated that residents in the area of Franklin Park had expressed concern that people are congregating in Franklin Park in larger numbers and requested the Police Department keep an eye on the situation during their general patrols. 80-790 Councilman Tillman referred to a recent report on the status of Fernside Boulevard and Patton Way Projects and requested such reports be made separately to facilitate filing under each subject. FILING 80-791 Specifications for one hundred forty-two revolvers for law enforcement use. Contract with Powell Enterprises for furnishing four motorcycles. Memorandum of Understanding with Alameda Municipal Management and Confidential Employees Association. Bureau of Electricity Financial & Operating Report for two months ending August 31, 1980. ADJOURNMENT 80-792 Councilman Tillman made a motion, seconded by Councilman Sherratt, that the Council adjourn to an Executive Session for discussion of personnel and litigation 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 10:00 p.m., to assemble in regular session Tuesday, November 18, 1980, at 7:30 o'clock p.m. Respectfully submitted, DEEN SPEEGLE City Clerk November 4, 1980