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1978-08-15 Regular CC MinutesREGULAR MEETING OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ALAMEDA HELD TUESDAY - - - - - - - - - - - - AUGUST 15, 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 Richard S. Neely, Pastor, Alameda Baptist Church. ROLL CALL: Present: Councilmen Beckam, Diament, Sherratt, Tillman, and President Corica, (5). Absent: None. MINUTES: The minutes of the regular meeting held August 1, 1978, were approved as submitted. Note: The proceedings of City Council meetings are taped in their entirety. Tapes are on file in the Office of the City Clerk. WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS: 1. From the Committee for Save Our Sports, signed by Darlene Pharr, concerning the future of ACAL sports in Alameda. It was noted the Alameda Unified School District would continue sports programs, and the communication was received. 2. From Alamedans With HOPE, signed by the President, urging Council endorsement of a State Housing Task Force Resolution. The communication was received. 3. From the East Bay USO, signed by the Director, requesting permission to address the Council concerning their [ETA program. Miss Susan Foulkes reviewed the program and expressed appreciation to the Council and staff for their assistance. 4. From Robert S. Allen, 223 Donner Avenue, Livermore, concerning the placement of campaign posters on public property. The communication was received. 5. From Morris Draying Company, signed by the President, regarding the use of Clement Avenue as a truck route. The communication was received. Councilman Diament suggested representatives from the trucking firms and residents along Buena Vista Avenue meet together to discuss the issue. Mr. Lou Fore of the Fore Trucking Company and Mr. Robert Brewer, representing Buena Vista residents, were asked to set up meetings in an effort to resolve some of the problems before the hearing on October 17, 1978. 6. From Alameda Animal Rescue and Control, signed by the Chairman, requesting reconsideration of the Animal Shelter operation and reinstatement Of the position Of Assistant POund0a5ter. Councilman Tillman, on behalf of Mrs. Georgette Cunningham, presented the City with a check for $I,000 for the Animal Shelter. It was also noted the position of Assistant Poundmaster would be filled. Councilman Tillman complimented Pound personnel and Mr. Jerry Eichelberger of the Engineering Department on the operation Of the Pound. REPORTS AND RECOMMENDATIONS: 7. From the Planning Board, signed by the Secretary, concerning acquisition of a 2.25 acre parcel separating Crown Memorial State Beach Park and Washington Park. The President was requested to write the Department of Trust for Public Lands asking for a decision as soon as possible regarding acquisition. 8. From the Mayor's Committee for the Handicapped, signed by the Chairperson, regarding enforcement of handicapped parking. The Council requested assistance from the news media in informing the public of the requirements for placing handicapped stickers or placards on their vehicles. Councilman Sherratt suggested the Chief of Police and Chamber of Commerce notify local merchants of the problem and ask for their assistance. 9. From the City Attorney regarding Ordinances prohibiting through truck traffic. President Corica reported he had personally followed a truck carrying demolition material from Oakland to the Alameda City Dump. He suggested a fine be levied on non-residents using the Dump facilities and on the Alameda City Disposal for allowing them to do so. Councilman Diament moved the City Attorney be instructed to prepare an urgency ordinance imposing a $25 fine on non-residents using the City Dump and a similar fine on the Alameda City Disposal Company for permitting same, seconded by Councilman Sherratt, and carried on unanimous voice vote. Following comments by Councilman Beckam on the possible validity of the ordinances, Councilman Sherratt moved the City Attorney be directed to prepare ordinances for the next regular meeting to be held September 5 (1) prohibiting through traffic on City streets of trucks weighing in excess of 3 tons and (2) placing the same prohibition on the State Route in the City. The motion was seconded by Councilman Tillman, and carried on unanimous voice vote. 10. From the City Manager submitting the Final Budget for 1978-79 Fiscal Year. President Corica commented on a letter from Mr. Sidney Hickman suggesting budget cuts, and Councilman Diament recommended the letter be referred to the Ad Hoc Efficiency Committee. There was a discussion on the value of continuing or providing funding for certain programs without knowing whether or not it would be possible to continue them past July 1, 1979. Councilman Sherratt moved additional funding consisting of (1) $2,000 for the Senior Citizens' Program, (2) $6,000 for the Playground Activity Program, and (3) $2,000 for the Youth Sports Program be added to the proposed Budget, seconded by Councilman Diament, and carried on unanimous voice vote. Councilman Diament questioned the amount of revenue received from the Alameda Swimming Pool Association in connection with the operation of the Lincoln and Franklin pools. City Manager Goss stated this information would be obtained from the Recreation Department. Councilman Diament moved approval of the Final Budget as amended, seconded by Councilman Sherratt, and carried by unanimous voice vote. 11. From the Assistant City Manager recommending acceptance of Island Drive Street Improvements between Doolittle Drive and Mecartney Road. (Tract No. 3634) Councilman Beckam moved acceptance of the improvements, seconded by Councilman Diament, and carried on unanimous voice vote. UNFINISHED BUSINESS 12. Held over from the meeting of August 1, concurrence in unfreezing certain full time positions. Following discussion, Councilman Sherratt moved the Council concur with the City Manager's recommendations, seconded by Councilman Beckam, and carried on unanimous voice vote. 13. Held over from the meeting of August 1, HCDA Fourth Year Program. There followed a discussion on procedure to comply with HUD requirements for approval of the Fourth Year Application, including authorizing appraisals on possible sites for low and moderate income housing development. Councilman Sherratt moved (1) a resolution be drafted and placed on the agenda for the meeting to be held September 5 authorizing property appraisals for proposed sites for low and moderate income housing; (2) staff be instructed to continue negotiations with HUD staff; and (3) a joint meeting with Housing Authority be held on August 29. The motion was seconded by Councilman Beckam and carried on unanimous voice vote. 14. Held over from the meeting of August 1, continued consideration of the lifeline rate. Councilman Tillman moved acceptance of the report from the Public Utilities Board dated August 10, 1978, seconded by Councilman Sherratt, and carried on unanimous voice vote. 15. Councilman Tillman's recommendation at the meeting of August 1, that no fees be paid by non-profit organizations for fund-raising events. Following a discussion of the amount of staff time involved in processing applications, the Council requested the Assistant City Manager to make a survey of neighboring jurisdictions for a report on similar fees. 16. President Corica commented on travel expenses for the League of California Cities meetings, Alameda County Mayor's Conference monthly meetings, and the U. S. Conference of Mayors Winter Meeting. 4 ,z Councilman Tillman moved the Mayor be permitted to attend the League of California Cities conference, seconded by Councilman Diament and carried on unanimous voice vote. Councilman Diament moved approval of the Mayor's expenses in attending the Alameda County Mayor's Conference monthly meetings, seconded by Councilman Tillman, and carried on the following voice vote: Ayes: Three. Noes: Councilmen Beckam and Sherratt, (2). Absent: None. Councilman Diament moved approval of the Mayor's expenses in attending the U. S. Conference of Mayors Winter Meeting, seconded by Councilman Tillman, and carried on the following voice vote: Ayes: Three. Noes: Councilmen Beckam and Sherratt, (2). Absent: None. It was the consensus of the Council that expenses would be limited to the actual amount necessary for transportation and lodging. The City Clerk was directed to prepare an estimate of the expenses involved for presentation at the next regular meeting, so funds could be appropriated from the Contingency Fund. 17. President Corica commented on utilization of vacant office space on the first floor of the City Hall. City Manager Goss stated plans to use the space would proceed, particularly for the Personnel Department and the CETA program. On question, Assistant City Manager Creagh indicated it might be desirable to relocate departments now leasing space elsewhere when the leases expired. He was asked to investigate the lease termination dates. Councilman Diament again requested space be reserved for Council use on the first floor of City Hall. 18. Councilman Beckam commented on a request from the Social Service Human Relations Board for their annual meeting with the Council. He asked that the Board submit a copy of their proposed work program for review by the Council and that perhaps no joint meeting would be necessary, since the Council and Board had recently met. 19. Councilman Tillman commented on the format of Council meeting agendas and minutes. He referred to the format used by the City of Redwood City as an example. The Clerk was requested to investigate alternatives. 20. Councilman Tillman commended the Engineering Department for the sidewalk construction on San Antonio Avenue at 9th Street, and the progress made in installing fencing at the foot of Union Street. 21. Councilman Diament commented on a neighborhood problem in the vicinity of Jackson Park and the need for Police assistance. She suggested the Police meet with residents to discuss the situation. NEW BUSINESS: 22. Councilman Ciament suggested employees be permitted to park on the City Hall Parking Lot from 4 p.m. to 8 a.m. for safety reasons. 23. Councilman Tillman commented on the recent Planning Board tie vote on an amendment to the Noise Element, as it related to Harbor Bay Isle Village V. Councilman Sherratt moved the Planning Board re-hear the matter at its next meeting, and that specific details be worked out concerning the administrative process for environmental determination on City projects. The motion was seconded by Councilman Beckam and carried by unanimous voice vote. RESOLUTIONS: 24. "Resolution No. 8963, Appointing Member of the City Planning Board. (David W. Simmons, Jr.)" Adopted by motion made by Councilman Sherratt, seconded by Councilman Beckam, and carried on the following roll call vote: Ayes: Five. Noes: None. Absent: None. 25. "Resolution No. 8964. Appointing Member of the Social Service Human Relations Board. (Margaret M. Seaman)" Adopted by motion made by Councilman Sherratt, seconded by Councilman Diament, and carried on the following roll call vote: Ayes: Five. Noes: None. Absent: None. 26. "Resolution No. 8965, Approving and Adopting a Budget for the Fiscal Year 1978-1979 Appropriating Certain Moneys for the Expenditures Provided in Said Budget for Said Fiscal Year and Ratifying Certain Expenditures Heretofore Made.' 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. 27. "Resolution No. 8966, Ordering Vacation of Unused Storm Drain Easement (10-Foot Easement Within Tract No. 3645)" 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. 28. "Resolution No. 8967, Approving the Application for Land and Water Conservation Funds, Alameda Shoreline Park Project." Adopted by motion made by Councilman Sherratt, seconded by Councilman Beckam, and carried on the following roll call vote: Ayes: Five. Noes: None. Absent: None. 29. "Resolution No. 8968, Declaring Intention to Prohibit, by Ordinance, the Use of Buena Vista Avenue Between Grand Street and Broadway by Any Vehicle Exceeding Maximum Gross Weight of Three Tons; Setting Date of Hearing Thereon by City Council and Directing Publication of Notice of Said Hearing, Pursuant to Article 4, Chapter 5, Division 15, Vehicle Code of California." Adopted by motion made by Councilman Sherratt, seconded by Councilman Beckam, and carried on the following roll call vote: Ayes: Five. Noes: None. Absent: None. 30. "Resolution No. 8969, Designating the Number of and Providing for the Compensation of Certain Officers and Other Employees of the City of Alameda." Adopted by motion made by Councilman Sherratt, seconded by Councilman Beckam, and carried on the following roll call vote: Ayes: Five. Noes: None. Absent: None. The President declared the foregoing Resolutions adopted. INTRODUCTION OF ORDINANCES: 31. "Ordinance No. 1932, N. S., Amending the Alameda Municipal Code by Repealing Subsection (26) of Section 17-461 Thereof Relating to Traffic Regulation at Doolittle Drive and Island Drive." Councilman Beckam moved introduction and passage of the ordinance, seconded by Councilman Sherratt, and carried on the following roll call vote: Ayes: Five. Noes: None. Absent: None. ORDINANCES FOR PASSAGE: 32. "Ordinance No. 1933, N. S., Amending the Alameda Municipal Code by Amending Section 17-551 of Article 5, Chapter 5, of Title XVII Thereof, Relating to the Prohibited Use of Certain Streets by Any Vehicle Exceeding a Maximum Gross Weight of Three Tons." Mrs. Mary Allen and Mrs. Jane Friedrich stated they represented residents of the area and requested preparation of an EIR prior to passage of the ordinance. Mr. Michael Grappo, 1505 Broadway, spoke in opposition to passage of the ordinance. There was further discussion on the traffic studies made on High Street and Broadway. Mrs. Amey Stone, 1623 High Street, Mr. Joseph Sullivan, 3221 Liberty Avenue, and Ms. Kathleen Lindahl, 2516 Buena Vista Avenue, spoke on this issue. Councilman Sherratt moved passage of the ordinance as submitted, seconded by Councilman Tillman, and carried on the following roll call vote: Ayes: Five. Noes: None. Absent: None. 33. "Ordinance No. 1934, N. S., Amending Section 2-312 of the Alameda Municipal Code Relating to Term of Members of Recreation Commission." Councilman Beckam moved passage of the ordinance as submitted, seconded by Councilman Sherratt, and carried on the following roll call vote: Ayes: Five. Noes: None. Absent: None. BILLS: 34. An itemized List of Claims, certified by the City Manager as correct, in the total amount of $60,248.04, was presented. Councilman Diament moved the bills as itemized in the List of Claims filed with the City Clerk on August 11, 1978, and presented to the Council at this meeting be allowed and paid; seconded by Councilman Beckam, and carried by unanimous voice vote. FILING: 35. Final Budget, 1978-1979. ADJOURNMENT: 36. There being no further business to come before the meeting, the Council adjourned at 11:45 o'clock p.m., to meet in regular session on Tuesday, September 5, 1978, at 7:30 o'clock p.m. Respectfully submitted, City Clerk