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1978-06-20 Regular CC MinutesREGULAR MEETING OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ALAMEDA HELD TUESDAY - ----- - - - - -JUNE 20, 1978 The meeting convened at 7:30 o'clock p.m. with President Corica presiding. The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Vice Mayor Diament, followed by a brief Invocation offered by President Corica. ROLL CALL: The roll was called and Councilmen Beckam, Diament, Sherratt, Tillman, and President Corica were noted present, (5). Absent: None. MINUTES: 1. The minutes of the regular meeting held June 6 and the adjourned regular meeting held June 13, 1978, were approved as submitted. Councilman Sherratt moved the minutes of the adjourned regular meeting held May 23, 1978, be corrected as follows: Page 5, "Introduction of Ordinances, Item 7, Ordinance No. 1923, N.S., relating to increasing fees for Hotel, Office Building, Apartment House, etc., Rentals, the vote should read: "Ayes: Three. Noes: President Corica, (1). Absent: Councilman Beckam, (1)." The motion was seconded by Councilman Beckam and carried on unanimous voice vote. WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS: 2. From the Ad Hoc Efficiency Committee requesting a vacant position on the Committee be filled by appointment. Councilman Sherratt appointed Mr. James Kennedy to the Committee. 3. From Mr. Kenneth R. Conroy, 2133 Santa Clara Avenue, requesting enactment of an ordinance banning smoking in restaurants. Councilman Sherratt moved the communication be received, seconded by Councilman Diament, and carried on unanimous voice vote. 4. From Mr. Vernon L. Harvey, 1800 Alameda Avenue, concerning City workers. City Engineer Hanna reported briefly on his investigations into the complaints. 5. From the Alameda Board of Realtors opposing Council action in establishing new property related taxes. The Council received the communication. 6. From W. E. Lyons Construction Company requesting final payment on the Alameda Police Administration Building contract. Councilman Sherratt moved the City Manager be instructed to comply with the request for final payment, seconded by Councilman Diament and carried on unanimous voice vote. HEARINGS: 7. In the matter of presentation by the City Manager of the Recommended Budget for fiscal year 1978-1979. Councilman Sherratt said he agreed with a suggestion of President Corica made at the pre-Council meeting that the Council meet with the various department heads and appropriate Boards and Commissions to discuss the budget in detail. There was a discussion concerning a memorandum from the City Manager regarding a proposal made by President Corica regarding laying off the deputy or assistant department head in each department. President Corica asked for a report from the City Manager concerning the use of City credit cards. Mr. Robert Hudkins, 3319 Central Avenue, suggested any layoff procedure adopted be based on competence and value to the City, as well as seniority. Mrs. Inez Kapellas, 1128 College Avenue, voiced her concern on the administration of CETA funds. Mr. Robert Dwinnel, 1535 Buena Vista, offered the following suggestions for expenditure savings: 1) combine use of a fireboat with Oakland; 2) investigate the possibility of a cooperative mgnicipal liability program; 3) develop a sick leave policy where the first day is at the employee's expense; 4) use one truck to deliver several crews of maintenance people, rather than one truck to each job; and 5) require the Naval Air Station to pay for public safety services. Mrs. Gertrude Woods, 1247 Sherman Street, Chairman of the Recreation Commission, stated they were interested in meeting with the Council to discuss fees and charges, especially for the summer programs. Mr. Warner R. Bussum, 1842 Elm Street, suggested the Department Heads' salaries be decreased to the 1976-77 level. He also disagreed with the operation of street sweepers on Saturdays. City Engineer Hanna reported the sweepers were on a six-day schedule to cover the entire City. Mrs. Josephine Bixler, C14 Haight Avenue, suggested fines be raised for unauthorized vehicles parked in spaces reserved for the handicapped. Mr. Russ Sisung, 221 Santa Clara Avenue, said he felt the City departments were unbalanced with respect to the number of employees versus the number of supervisory personnel. He also recommended all departments become as self-supporting as possible. Mr. Arch Woodliff, 302 Laguna Vista, made suggestions regarding preparation of the budget. Mrs. Alice White, 1528 Pacific, suggested a fee be charged for "yard/garage sales" in the City. Mrs. Virginia Krutilek, 921 Broadway, spoke about the recycling center, suggesting the City could take it over and derive revenue from its operation. Councilman Tillman said he agreed with the suggestion made to eliminate the first day sick leave benefit. He also suggested the previous year's raise to department heads be removed, as a bargaining position. Councilman Diament suggested a Charter amendment be prepared for the November ballot concerning the elimination of the positions of Auditor-Assessor and Treasurer-Tax Collector. Councilman Sherratt moved the City Attorney draft the appropriate amendment, seconded by Councilman Beckam, and carried on unanimous voice vote. As a point of clarification requested by the City Manager, Councilman Diament said the proposal was to eliminate these two offices and consolidate their functions under a Finance Director. REPORTS AND RECOMMENDATIONS: 8. From the Recreation Commission, concerning the Shoreline Park Master Plan. Mrs. Gertrude Woods, Chairman, said they requested approval of the plan concept and permission to present it to the Bay Conservation and Development Commission for approval. She introduced Mr. Donald Carter, one of the park designers, who spoke briefly about the plan. Mr. Grant Mainland, Director of Recreation and Parks, in response to a question from Councilman Sherratt, said the Council could indicate in its letter to BCDC that the City may not be able to fund the additional elements of the park over and above the base plan. Councilman Sherratt moved the master plan concept be accepted and submitted to BCDC with the notation that the City may not have funding available to adopt the additional features, seconded by Councilman Beckam, and carried on unanimous voice vote. 9. From the Golf Commission regarding use of City-owned property at Island Drive and Clubhouse Road. President Corica suggested holding over a decision on the property until the Commission had an opportunity to develop their own plans for its use. At the suggestion of Councilman Sherrat, Councilman Tillman moved a six-month waiting period for development of alternative plans, seconded by Councilman Sherratt. On the question, Councilman Diament stated she was against selling the property for two main reasons: 1) to preserve open space and 2) to avoid development of the area. Councilman Sherratt and President Corica concurred with Councilman Diament's opinion. On a call for the question, the motion carried on unanimous voice vote. 10. From the Social Service Human Relations Board, signed by the President, requesting selection of a date for a joint meeting with the City Council. President Corica recommended these concerns be considered at the proposed budget meetings with Boards and Commissions. 11. From the Social Service Human Relations Board, signed by the President, concerning dissemination of Handicapped Survey information. Ms. Linda Pritchard, 3263 San Jose Avenue, a member of the Board, explained the background of the request for direction. Councilman Sherratt moved the information be made available only to non-profit or private organizations working with the handicapped and recommended by the SSHRB, seconded by Councilman Beckam, and carried on unanimous voice vote. Board Member Lola Manibusan, 1603 Paru Street, said she was concerned about the delay in providing services to the people who had signed the survey. Mrs. Elizabeth Rogers, 1261 Weber Street, said she felt the SSHRB needed further clarification of their duties. Board Member George Skells stated he was also a member of the Red Cross Disaster Council and felt the survey did not adequately indicate the number of handicapped persons living in specific buildings or convalescent homes, and the nature of their handicap. He said the Disaster Council was not interested in names. 12. From the City Manager, transmitting a request from the Alameda Unified School District regarding joint use of the Alameda Theater. Councilman Beckam moved the offer be declined, seconded by Councilman Tillman. On the question, Councilman Sherratt suggested the motion be amended to decline the offer with the provision it may be reconsidered in the future. Councilman Beckam declined to amend his motion. On a call for the question, the motion carried on the following voice vote: Ayes: Four. Noes: Councilman Sherratt, (1). Absent: None. 13. From the City Manager recommending contract be awarded to the Alameda Ti es-Star for publication of legal advertising during the fiscal year 1978-79 at prices of $5.50 per column inch for the first insertion and $5.25 for subsequent insertions. Councilman Diament moved acceptance of the report and award of the contract to the Alameda Times-Star, seconded by Councilman Sherratt, and carried on unanimous voice vote. 14. From the City Manager recommending contract be awarded to BEPCO, Inc. sole bidder, for the project of Installation of House Laterals and other work connected therewith for the fiscal year ending June 30, 1979. Councilman Beckam moved the contract be awarded to BEPCO, Inc. seconded by Councilman Sherratt, and carried on unanimous voice vote. 15. From the City Manager requesting authorization to negotiate on the open market for Pest Control Inspection Reports. Councilman Beckam moved acceptance of the report and approval of the authorization, seconded by Councilman Sherratt, and carried on unanimous voice vote. 16. From the Assistant to the City Manager concerning a City-wide Insulation Program. Councilman Beckam moved acceptance of the report and approval of the recommendation, seconded by Councilman Sherratt, and carried on unanimous voice vote. 17. From the Assistant to the City Manager regarding continuance of the Senior Citizen Taxi Program. Councilman Tillman moved acceptance of the report and approval of the recommendations, seconded by Councilman Sherratt and carried on unanimous voice vote. 18. From the Assistant to the City Manager concerning negotiation efforts for Construction of Wheelchair Ramps. Councilman Sherratt moved acceptance of the report and the resolution be taken out of order, seconded by Councilman Diament, and carried on unanimous voice vote. RESOLUTIONS: 19. The following resolution was introduced by Councilman Diament, who moved its adoption: "Resolution No. 8928 Adopting Specifications, Special Provisions and Plans for Construction of Wheelchair Ramps at Various Locations in the City, Calling for Bids and Directing City Clerk to Advertise Same." The motion to adopt said resolution was seconded by Councilman Sherratt and carried on the following roll call vote: Ayes: Five. Noes: None. Absent: None. REPORTS AND RECOMMENDATIONS: 20. From the City Manager concerning appointments to the Energy Element Advisory Committee. Councilman Diament suggested there be more than one consumer representative on the Committee. Mrs. Elizabeth Rogers, 1261 Weber Street, asked for an explanation. President Corica requested the Times-Star representative to publish an article about the Committee. Mr. Don Patterson, Planning Director, reported funding for this project would be delayed by the State due to the recent passage of Proposition 13. Councilman Sherratt moved the matter be carried over until further information on funding was available, seconded by Councilman Diament, and carried on unanimous voice vote. UNFINISHED BUSINESS: 21. Councilman Tillman's question concerning funding of the Public Utilities Board solid-waste project. City Manager Goss reported the Board had received a report from the General Manager of the Bureau, which it had approved for transmittal to the Council for the next regular meeting. 22. Councilman Sherratt's request that Planning Board members whose terms would expire June 30 be asked to serve until completion of the Combined Land Use Plan. President Corica reported Mr. Don Perata had agreed to stay on the Board; Ms. Olga D'Amante had said she could not continue. 23. Councilman Sherratt said he had received a number of complaints from residents of the South Shore Beach and Tennis Club apartment complex requesting assistance from the Council regarding grievances. Deputy City Attorney Quan stated such matters involved a tenant-landlord relationship and the City had no jurisdiction unless City ordinances were violated. RESOLUTIONS: 24. The following resolution was introduced by Councilman Beckam, who moved its adoption: 'Resolution No. 8929 Authorizing Year-End Transfers on the Books of Account of the City of Alameda." The motion to adopt said resolution was seconded by Councilman Sherratt and carried on the following roll call vote: Ayes: Five. Noes: None. Absent: None. 25. The following resolution was introduced by Councilman Diament, who moved its adoption: "Resolution No. 8930 Providing for the Amount Per Diem for Officers and Employees of the City of Alameda for Traveling Expenses." The motion to adopt said resolution was seconded by Councilman Tillman and carried en the following roll call vote: Ayes: Five. Noes: None. Absent: None. 26. The following resolution was introduced by Councilman Beckam, who moved its adoption: "Resolution No. 8931 Authorizing the Execution of a Contract for Services of a Certified Public Accountant for the Fiscal Year 1978-1979." The motion to adopt said resolution was seconded by Councilman Tillman and carried on the following roll call vote: Ayes: Five. Noes: None. Absent: None. 27. The following resolution was introduced by Councilman Beckam, who moved its adoption: "Resolution No. 8932 Fixing Amount of and Approving Bond of Treasurer- Ex Officio Tax Collector." The motion to adopt said resolution was seconded by Councilman Diament and carried on the following roll call vote: Ayes: Five. Noes: None. Absent: None. 28. The following resolution was introduced by Councilman Tillman, who moved its adoption: "Resolution No. 8933 Authorizing Execution of Agreement with AE Realty Partners for Construction of Public Improvements in Subdivision Tract 3904 and Approving Bonds as to Sufficiency; and Authorizing Execution of Agreement with Harbor Bay Isle Associates to Terminate and Cancel Original Agreement for Subdivision Tract 3904 Public Improvements." 21 The motion to adopt said resolution was seconded by Councilman Beckam and carried on the following roll call vote: Ayes: Five. Noes: None. Absent: None. 29. The following resolution was introduced by Councilman Diament, who moved its adoption: "Resolution No. 8934 Rejecting Claim of Frank Moreno Against City." The motion to adopt said resolution was seconded by Councilman Sherratt and carried on the following roll call vote: Ayes: Five. Noes: None. Absent: None. 30. The following resolution was introduced by Councilman Diament, who moved its adoption: "Resolution No. 8935 Authorizing Execution of Agreement with County of Alameda Providing for the Collection of Taxes Under the Alameda Real Property Conveyance Tax Ordinance." The motion to adopt said resolution was 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: 31. "Ordinance No. 1925, New Series Amending the Alameda Municipal Code by Amending Section 13-1102 of Article 10, Chapter 1, Title XIII Providing For In Lieu License Fees." Councilman Sherratt moved introduction and passage of said ordinance, seconded by Councilman Tillman and carried on the following roll call vote: Ayes: Five. Noes: None. Absent: None. 32. "Ordinance No. 1926, New Series Amending Certain Portions of the Alameda Municipal Code Relating to Traffic Regulations." Councilman Beckam moved introduction and passage of said ordinance, seconded by Councilman Sherratt and carried on the following roll call vote: Ayes: Five. Noes: None. Absent: None. 33. Councilman Sherratt moved the proposed ordinances listed as numbers 3 through 6 on the agenda, relating to (1) Utility Users Tax; (2) Sewer Service Charge; (3) Shopping Centers; and (4) Employee License Fee, be held over until the next meeting, seconded by Councilman Tillman. On the question, it was agreed that any members of the audience who wished to speak on any of the proposed ordinances could do so at this time. Mr. Carl McNamara, Chairman of the Legislative and Education Committee of the International Association of Machinists; Mr. Carl Gallapin, 929 Lexington, El Cerrito; Mr. Michael Grappo, 1505 Broadway, and Mr. Larry Brunk, 548 Haight spoke in opposition to passage of the ordinance concerning the levying of a License Fee upon persons engaged in any trade, occupation, or profession in the City. Mr. Allan Littman, Attorney, representing the South Shore and Fernside Shopping Centers, spoke in opposition to passage of the ordinance relating to imposing a license fee on the business of leasing or managing shopping center property. On a call for the question, the motion to hold over consideration of the ordinances carried on unanimous voice vote. ORDINANCES FOR PASSAGE: 34. "Ordinance No. 1927, New Series Amending the Alameda Municipal Code by Amending Section 17-335 Thereof and Adding Section 17-335.1 Thereto Relating to City Hall and City Employees' Parking Lots." Councilman Beckam moved passage of said ordinance, seconded by Councilman Diament and carried on the following roll call vote: Ayes: Five. Noes: None. Absent: None. BILLS: 35. An itemized List of Claims against the City of Alameda and the Departments thereof, in the total amount of $125,582.88, was presented to the Council at this meeting. The List was accompanied by certification from the City Manager that claims shown were correct. Councilman Diament moved the bills as itemized in the List of Claims filed by the City Clerk on June 16, 1978, and presented to the City Council at this meeting be allowed and paid. The motion was seconded by Councilman Tillman, and carried on unanimous roll call vote. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS, GENERAL: 36. Mr. John Barni, 1277 Bay Street, urged a decision be made on acquisition of the Wood property at an early date as it related to the Fernside Extension. 37. Mrs. Amey Stone, 1623 High Street, reported she had heard comments from residents of the City urging the start of construction of the Fernside Extension. 38. Mr. Michael Grappo, 1505 Broadway, asked about the barricades at the south end of Post Street. He suggested they be removed to allow access to that street from Otis Drive. FILING: 39. Financial and Operating Report of Bureau of Electricity for 10 months ended April 30, 1978. 40. Contract with George A. Hackleman for Certified Public Accountant Services. 41. Agreement with AE Realty Partners re Tract 3904. 42. Agreement with Harbor Bay Isle Associates re Tract 3904. 43. Agreement with County re Real Property Conveyance Tax. ADJOURNMENT: 44. Councilman Sherratt moved the Council retire to executive session for discussion of litigation and personnel (meet and confer) matters, seconded by Councilman Diament, and carried by unanimous voice vote. At the conclusion of discussion, it was determined no action would be taken. 45. There being no further business to come before the meeting, the Council adjourned at 1:15 a.m., to assemble in adjourned regular session on Monday, June 26, 1978, at 12:00 noon. Respectfully submitted, City Clerk