1978-10-03 Regular CC MinutesREGULAR MEETING OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ALAMEDA
HELD TUESDAY OCTOBER 3, 1978
Convened at 7:30 o'clock p.m. with President Corica presiding. Pledge of
Allegiance led by Vice-Mayor Diament; Invocation delivered by Reverend Charles
NahDseM, Pastor, Emmanuel Lutheran Church.
ROLL CALL: Present: Councilmen Beckam, Diament, Sherratt, Tillman, and
President Corica, (5). Absent: None.
MINUTES: Ms. Leora Feeney of Save Our Shoreline requested the Council amend the
minutes of the meeting held September 19, 1978, page 1, item 3, addition to and
of last sentence: "and opposed the process the Council used to decide to raise
the fence." The Council accepted the addition, and the minutes were approved
as amended.
Note: The proceedings of City Council meetings are taped in their entirety. Tapes
are on file in the Office of the City C7erk,
Councilman Sherratt moved Resolution No. 2 on the agenda be taken out of order at
this time, seconded by Councilman Diament and carried on unanimous voice vote.
RESOLUTIONS:
1. "Resolution No. 8983, Designating the First Church of Christ, Scientist as a
Historical Monument." Adopted by motion made by Councilman Diament, seconded by Beckam, and carried on the following roll call vote: Ayes: Five.
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Noes: None. Absent: None.
President Corica presented a scroll to Mrs. Irene Wethern, representing the Church.
This was followed by brief comments by Mr. Robert Nicol, President of the Historical
Advisory Commission, on the history of the Church and the reasons for the designation.
WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS:
2. From Mr. James L. Newson, Manager, Alameda Office, Pacific Gas and Electric
Company, requesting permission to make a presentation on energy conservation programs.
The communication was received. The Council indicated they would contact PG & E if
further information was required.
3. From Pacific Shops, Inc. signed by the Vice President, concerning truck and
trailer parking on Clement Avenue.
The communication was referred to the truck route hearing to be held October 17, 1978.
4. From Mr. Fred Laughlin, 924 Versailles Avenue, concerning operation of Bureau
of E7ectriCitv.
The communication was referred to the FVblic Utilities Board for response.
5. From the South Shore Isle Homeowners' Association, signed by the President,
opposing construction of low cost housing, Senior Citizens' apartments or recreation
center on vacant lot at corner of Willow Street and Otis Drive.
The communication was received. The Council directed that the Association be
notified whenever discussion of disposition of this parcel of land was on the agenda.
6. From the East Shore Home Owners' Association, signed by the President, urging
enactment of an ordinance mandating dog owners to clean up their animals' litter.
The City Manager was requested to obtain a copy of an ordinance on this subject from
the City of San Francisco for review by the Council.
7. From Mr. Greg A. Silva, representing Mr. John Anthony, appealing a decision of
the Planning Board denying Planned Development application for 716 Central Avenue.
The hearing date was set for the meeting to be held October 17, 1978.
HEARINGS:
8. In the Matter of Construction of Sidewalk and Street Improvements at 1199 Ninth
Street under provisions of Section 5870 et seq of California Streets and Highways
Code.
The President explained the procedure to be used in the hearing.
The City Engineer stated the background of the issue.
On a call for proponents or opponents, there was no respcnse, and the President
declared the public portion of the hearing closed.
Councilman Sherratt moved Resolutions designated 8, 9, and 10 on the agenda be taken
out of order, seconded by Councilman Beckam, and carried on unanimous voice vote.
RESOLUTIONS:
9. "Resolution No. 8984, Determining That Payment of Assessment for Street Improvements
Along the South Side of San Antonio Avenue Adjacent to Property at 1199 Ninth Street
May Be Made in Ten or Less Annual Installments." Adopted by motion made by Councilman
Beckam, seconded by Councilman Diament, and carried on the following roll call vote:
Ayes: Five. Noes: None. Absent: None.
10. "Resolution No. 8985, Confirming Report of City Engineer Upon Completion of Work
on Street Improvements Along the South Side of San Antonio Avenue Adjacent to Property
at 1199 Ninth Street." Adopted by motion made by Councilman Diament, seconded by
Councilman Sherratt, and carried on the following roll call vote: Ayes: Five.
Noes: None. Absent: None.
11. "Resolution No. 8986, Assessing Cost of Construction of Work Performed Along the
South Side of San Antonio Avenue Westerly of Ninth Street Against Parcel of Property
at 1199 Ninth Street, Making Said Special Assessment a Lien on Said Property,
Ordering City Engineer to Make Certificate and Notice of Said Lien and File Same With
City Tax Collector/or Alameda County Auditor." Adopted by motion made by Councilman
Beckam, seconded by Councilman Sherratt, and carried on the following roll call vote:
Ayes: Five. Noes: None. Absent: None.
REPORTS AND RECOMMENDATIONS:
12. From the City Manager regarding the Union Street fence.
Speaking in favor of retaining the fence were:
Mrs. Leo Dorfman, 649 Waterview Isle (who read a letter from Dr. Alden White,
888 Union Street);
Dr. Richard Marrill, 891 Union Street;
Mrs. Richard Marrill, 891 Union Street; and
Mr. Leo Dorfman, 649 Waterview Isle.
Speaking in opposition were:
Ms. Catherine Douat, 2138 Clinton Street;
Mr. Joseph Sullivan, 3221 Liberty Avenue;
Mr. William Dodge, Jr., 1536 Court Street, who presented pictures of the area;
Mr. Preston Short, 1731 Clinton Avenue;
Mr. Arturo Rodriguez, 892 Union Street;
Mr. Gene Busse, 1534 Union Street; and
Mrs. SharonMcKeegan, Clinton Avenue.
On question from Councilman Diament, City Engineer Hanna described the ownership of the
property in question, and explained the original easement for the area.
Following a discussion on possible ways of solving the problem, Councilman
Tillman moved the fence remain as it was. Councilman Diament suggested a 6-month
trial period; Councilman Tillman so amended his motion; and it was seconded by
Councilman Diament. The motion carried on the following roll call vote:
Ayes: Three. Noes: Councilmen Beckam and Sherratt, (2). Absent: None.
13. From the Assistant City Manager submitting Analysis of Functions and Duties of
Social Service Secretary Position.
Councilman Beckam moved no action be taken, seconded by Councilman Tillman.
On the question, Mrs. Linda Pritchard, President of the Social Service Human Relations
Board, asked for information on who would be performing the duties of the position
of Secretary to the Board. The City Manager stated the duties would be performed
by a combination of personnel, and the Board could contact the Assistant City
Manager for spedific information.
Mrs. Claire Lubbock, of the Alameda Welfare Council, also asked for information on
staffing and was informed she could also contact the Assistant City Manager for
assistance.
Following further discussion on the division of duties, and on a call for the
question, the motion carried on the following roll call vote: Ayes: Four. Noes:
Councilman Diament, (1). Absent: None.
14. From the City Manager, transmitting a request from the City Librarian for
ratification of a Joint Powers Agreement establishing an East Bay City and County
Cooperative Library System.
Councilman Diament moved acceptance of the report, seconded by Councilman Beckam, and
carried on unanimous voice vote.
15. From the Planning Board, signed by the Secretary, submitting a recommendation
concerning rezoning of 1226-1236 Park Street from C-1 (Neighborhood Business District)
to C-2 (Central Business District). Applicant: John Coler-Dark.
A hearing date was set for the meeting to be held October 17, 1978.
16. From the Planning Board, signed by the Secretary, submitting a recommendation to
amend Section 11-161(d)(3) of Zoning Ordinance No. 1277, New Series, regarding
Administrative Variances.
A hearing date was set for the meeting to be held October 17, 1978.
17. From Assistant City Manager, concerning Lease of City Tidelands at foot of Grand
Street.
Councilman Beckam moved acceptance of the report, seconded by Councilman Tillman,
and carried on unanimous voice vote.
18. From Assistant City Manager, concerning proposal for Claims Administration
Services for City/Bureau of Electricity Workers Compensation Insurance Program.
The report was held over to the meeting of October 17, 1978, pending a report from
the Ad Hoc Efficiency Committee.
19. From the City Manager, recommending award of contract to Valley Crest Landscape,
Inc., for Washington Park Development, Phase III.
Councilman Sherratt moved approval of the report and award of contract to Valley
Crest, seconded by Councilman Tillman, and carried on unanimous voice vote.
20. From the City Manager recommending bids be rejected for the project of Repair and
Resurfacing of Park Street, Otis Drive to Shore Line Drive, PW 9-78-11.
Councilman Beckam moved rejection of all bids and the project be readvertised,
seconded by Councilman Diament and carried on unanimous voice vote.
21. From the City Manager regarding Implementation of the Bay Area Environmental
Management Plan.
Councilman Beckam moved acceptance of the report, seconded by Councilman Sherratt,
and carried on unanimous voice vote.
22. From the City Manager, regarding contracting for Municipal Services.
Councilman Diament requested the report be forwarded to the Ad Hoc Efficiency Committee.
Councilman Sherratt moved acceptance of the report, seconded by Councilman Beckam,
and carried on unanimous voice vote.
23. From the City Manager, concerning reimbursement of employees for expenses
incurred on behalf of the City.
Councilman Beckam moved approval of the report, seconded by Councilman Sherratt,
and carried on unanimous voice vote.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS:
24. Consideration of appointments to the Energy Conservation Committee.
Consideration of the Council appointments of consumer representatives was held over
to the meeting to be held October 17, 1978.
Councilman Beckam moved confirmation of the appointments of the representatives of
Harbor Bay Isle Associates (Mr. Kent Hockabout); Alameda Marina Village Associates
(Mr. John S. Erving); Pacific Gas and Electric Company (Mr. James L. Newson); and
the Bureau of Electricity (Ms. Maerose J. Evans). The motion was seconded by
Councilman Diament and carried on unanimous voice vote.
25. Consideration of nominations to the Golf Commission.
President Corica placed in nomination the name of Norma A. Arnerich. The
nomination was seconded by Councilman Tillman, and carried on unanimous voice vote.
25a. Consideration of nominations to the Recreation COmmiSsion,
President Corica placed in nomination the name of Getrude B. Woods. The
nomination was seconded by Councilman Beckam, and carried on unanimous voice vote.
President Corica placed in nomination the name of W. Lance Russum. The
nomination was seconded by Councilman Sherratt, and carried on unanimous voice vote.
Councilman Sherratt moved the City Attorney draft an ordinance removing the Council
members as ex-officio members of the Golf Commission, seconded by Councilman
Beckam, and carried on the following roll call vote: Ayes: Three. Noes:
Councilman Diament and President Corica, (2). Absent: None.
At the suggestion of Councilman Tillman, Councilman Sherratt requested the City
Attorney include in the proposed ordinance a provision to expand the Commission
to seven members.
26. President Corica recommended Resolutions Nos. 8977 and 8978 concerning use of
Park Street, Tilden Way, State Highway Route 260 and a portion of State Highway
61, by vehicles exceeding gross weight of 3 tons and setting hearing dates for
November 7, I978, be rescinded.
Councilman Diament moved the resolutions be rescinded, seconded by President Corica
The motion failed to carry on the following roll call vote: Ayes: Two.
Noes: Councilmen Beckam, 3herratt, and Tillman, (3). Absent: None.
27. Councilman Diament's comments on the possibility of contracting services for
cities as suggested by an article in the "Western City" magazine.
Councilman Diament requested the matter continue to be pursued by staff.
28. Councilman Diament's suggestion of 11:00 o'clock p.m. deadline for Council
meetings, with unresolved agenda items carried over to an adjourned regular meeting;
also suggested that at least one member of the Council participate in the agenda
sessions.
Councilman Diament moved an 11:00 o'clock p.m. deadline be established for Council
meetings with unresolved items to be carried over to an adjourned regular meeting,
seconded by Councilman Tillman.
There was a brief discussion on other limitations and changes to the rules and
procedures. On a call for the question, the motion carried on unanimous voice vote.
Councilman Sherratt moved the Council adopt the suggestions in his memo dated
May 4, 1976, regarding rules and procedures for Council meetings, seconded by
Councilman Tillman, and carried on unanimous voice vote.
Councilman Diament moved that at least one member of the Council participate in
agenda sessions, seconded by Councilman Tillman. The motion carried on the
following roll call vote: Ayes: Three. Noes: Councilmen Beckam and Sherratt, (2).
Absent: None.
29. Councilman Tillman's comments on San Francisco "Chronicle" editorial comment
on HR 11986 (Glenn Anderson) concerning aircraft noise.
Councilman Tillman moved a letter urging support of this bill be sent to
Senator Cranston, seconded by Councilman Sherratt, and carried on unanimous voice vote.
30. Councilman Beckam reported the CETA projects for the coming year had been
approved by ACTEB/ACAP. He also commended the Personnel Director for his
outstanding presentation at the ACTEB/ACAP meeting.
31. Councilman Beckam suggested that, since the Bureau of Electricity/Public
Utilities Board and the Housing Authority did not reduce the salaries of employees
earning over $30,000 by 6% as had been done for City Employees, the Council should
reconsider their action to reduce the salaries and also the Resolution No. 8938
relating to employee benefits. The Council directed this matter be placed on the
agenda for October 17 for further consideration.
Councilman Diament recommended another strong request be made to the Public Utilities
Board and the Housing Authority to have them conform to the City's policy, rather
than rescind the Council's action.
NEW BUSINESS:
32. Councilman Diament suggested the Council adopt an ordinance prohibiting alcoholic
beverages in public parks.
33. Councilman Diament suggested the City extend the offer of free storage facilities
to the Red Cross for their disaster supplies.
34. Councilman Tillman inquired about reinstituting the animal reports from the
Pound. President Corica requested a report on the amount of money made by the
facility.
All items brought up under New Business will be agendized for the meeting to
be held October 17, 1978.
RESOLUTIONS:
35. "Resolution No. 8987, Approving Joint Exercise of Powers Agreement Relating
to Establishment and Operation of the East Bay City and County Cooperative
Library System and Authorizing Execution Thereof." Adopted by motion made by
Councilman Beckam, seconded by Councilman Sherratt, and carried on the following
roll call vote: Ayes: Five. Noes: None. Absent: None.
36. "Resolution No. 8988, Resolution of Intent to Implement the ABAG Environmental
Management Plan." Adopted by motion made by Councilman Diament, seconded by
Councilman Sherratt, and carried on the following roll call vote: Ayes: Five.
Noes: None. Absent: None.
37. "Resolution No. 8989^ Authorizing Execution of License Agreement with Harbor
Bay Isle Associates for Installation and Maintenance of a Bus Stop Shelter at the
Intersection of Ironwood Drive and Mecartney Road." Adopted by motion made by
Councilman Diament, seconded by Councilman Sherratt, and carried on the following
roll call vote: Ayes: Five. Noes: None. Absent: None.
38. "Resolution No. 8990, Authorizing Execution of Agreement with IrOnside and
Associates/Planning Consultants in Connection with Preparation of Environmental
Impact Report for Amendment to the Noise Element of the General Plan of the City
of Alameda." Adopted by motion made by Councilman Beckam, seconded by Councilman
Sherratt, and carried on the following roll call vote: Ayes: Five. Noes: None.
Absent: None.
The President declared the foregoing resolutions adopted.
INTRODUCTION OF ORDINANCES:
39. "Ordinance No. 1939, N.3., Amending Certain Portions of the Alameda Municipal
Code Relating to Traffic Regulations." Introduced and passed by motion made by
Councilman Beckam, seconded by Councilman Sherratt, and carried on the following
roll call vote: Ayes: Five. Noes: Nnna, Absent: None.
40. "Ordinance No. , N. 3., Amending the Alameda Municipal Code by Amending
Subsections of Sections 11-101.5 and 11-102,5 Thereof Relating to Zoning
Administrator's Approval of Administrative Use Permits." Held over to meeting
to be held October 17, 1978,
41. "Ordinance No. , N. S., Authorizing the Execution of a Lease of Certain Real
Property to Harbor Tug and Barge Company, a Corporation, and Approving the Form
and Terms of Said Lease." Introduced by motion made by Councilman Beckam, seconded
by Councilman Sherratt, and carried on the following roll call vote: 8«8S: Five.
Noes: None. Absent: None.
ORDINANCES FOR PASSAGE:
42. "Ordinance No. I940, N. S., Amending the Alameda Municipal Code by Amending
Section 15-6210 Thereof Relating to Rates for Collection of Garbage and Refuse."
Passed by motion made by Councilman Beckam, seconded by Councilman Sherratt,
and carried on the following roll call vote: Ayes: Four. Noes: President
BILLS:
43. An itemized List of Claims, certified by the City Manager as correct, in the
total amount of $103,638.25, was presented. Councilman Diament moved the bills as
itemized in the List of Claims filed with the City Clerk on September 28, 1978, and
presented to the Council at this meeting be allowed and paid; seconded by
Councilman Sherratt, and carried by unanimous voice vote.
FILING:
44. Service Agreement with Gates, McDonald & Company.
45. Joint Exercise of Powers Agreement re East Bay City and County Cooperative
Library System.
46. License Agreement with Harbor Bay Isle Associates.
47. Agreement with Ironside and Associates.
48. Study On the Traffic Potential of Bay Farm Island In Alameda.
ADJOURNMENT:
49. Councilman Diament moved the Council retire to executive session for a discussion
of litigation matters, seconded by Councilman Sherratt, and carried on unanimous
voice vote. At the conclusion of discussion, it was determined no action would be
taken at this time.
50. There being no further business to come before the meeting, the Council
adjourned at 11:10 o'clock p.m., in memory of Mr. Wilbur Groves, former Postmaster
in Alameda, and Mr. Mario DeLucci, to meet in regular session Tuesday, October 17,
1978, at 7:30 o'clock p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Deputy City Clerk