1978-03-07 Regular CC MinutesREGULAR MEETING OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ALAMEDA
HELD TUESDAY - MARCH 7, 1978
The meeting convened at 7:30 o'clock p.m. with President Corica presiding. The
Invocation was delivered by the Reverend Larry K. Nelson, Pastor, Trinity Lutheran
Church.
President Corica introduced Alan Zhender, of Troop 89 of the Boy Scouts of
America, who led the Pledge of Allegiance.
ROLL CALL:
The roll was called and Councilmen Beckam, Diament, Sherratt, Tillman, and
President Corica were noted present. Absent: None.
BOY SCOUT IN GOVERNMENT WEEK:
1. President Corica announced the twenty-fifth Anniversary of Boy Scout Day in the
City of Alameda would be observed at this meeting.
On request, the Deputy City Clerk read a Proclamation declaring the observance of the
Day.
The President called upon Assistant City Manager Creagh, who had coordinated the day's
program, to give a report on the activities. Mr. Creagh said there were 23 participants
from Boy Scout and Explorer Troops. The young men and women had assembled in the
Council Chambers at 1:45 p.m. for a brief overview of the services and functions of
the city. Following this discussion, the participants had been turned over to their
counterparts in City Hall where they were given a review of the functions of each
position. This was followed by a tour of the new Police Administration Building
and the Fire Department.
President Corica presented each participant with a certificate of achievement. The
leaders and parents of the participants were also introduced from the audience.
MINUTES:
2. Councilman Tillman requested the minutes of the regular meeting of February 21,
1978, be corrected at item 11, page 4 (168), paragraph 9, to read: "Councilman Tillman
said he disagreed with President Corica's statements and those statements of the Mayor
reported in the Times-Star relating to Federal funding." The minutes were then
approved as corrected. Councilman Beckam abstained from voting due to his absence from
the meeting.
WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS:
3. From the Alameda Troop 11, Boy Scouts of America, expressing appreciation for
assistance with the Troop's annual Christmas fund raiser.
The communication was accepted with expressions of appreciation from the Council.
4. From Mrs. J. R. Stallings, 1118-D Broadway, requesting enactment of a "No-Smoking
ordinance.
President Corica suggested the newspapers might inquire of the local merchants if they
were interested in such an ordinance. He also suggested merchants put up their own
signs prohibiting smoking if they so desired.
5. From Mr. Joseph M. Sullivan, 3221 Liberty Avenue, concerning future use of the old
Alameda High School Buildings, and the Senior Citizens Center.
Mr. Sullivan elaborated on his communication.
There followed a brief discussion on the possible use of the buildings as a senior
citizens' center, and the necessity of an Environmental Impact Report.
Councilman Sherratt requested the City Manager submit a report to the Council on the
proposed uses of the Alameda High School buildings and also request a copy of any
reports on the subject from the School Board.
6. From the Mayor's Fourth of July Parade Committee, signed by the Chairman, regarding
financing and route of the parade.
Mr. Oscar Zeisz, Vice Chairman of the Committee, outlined the proposed route of the
parade. He noted it had been approved by the Chief of Police and the officer in charge
of Traffic. Mr. Zeisz submitted a request for the sum of $3,000 for use by the
Committee for materials, supplies, banners, trophies, etc., for the Parade.
Following a brief discussion, Councilman Sherratt moved approval of an allocation of
$1,500 from the Contingency Fund for the Parade Committee. Councilman Beckam seconded
the motion, which carried on unanimous voice vote.
The consensus of opinion of the Council was to approve the parade route as proposed by
the Committee.
HEARINGS:
7. In the Matter of an Appeal filed by the Alameda Hospital from the Design Review Board
action.
City Attorney Stroud explained the issue and procedure as outlined in the Ordinance.
It was the decision of the Council to hear the matter on the record at this meeting.
Planning Director Patterson presented information from the Design Review Board hearings.
Chairman Degemann of the Design Review Board also reported on their findings.
Mr. Hal Michaels, Administrator of the Alameda Hospital, requested the Council to overturn
the decision of the Design Review Board.
Following a lengthy discussion, Councilman Beckam moved approval of a sign of 3'71/4" by
6'14 and the decision of the Design Review Board be overturned. The motion was
seconded by Councilman Diament and carried on the following voice vote: Ayes: Four.
Noes: Councilman Sherratt, (1). Absent: None.
REPORTS AND RECOMMENDATIONS:
8. From the City Manager concerning the request of Mr. and Mrs. Michael M. Herrick, 1711
Encinal Avenue, for permission to encroach into the public right of way by construction
of a brick retaining wall in front of the above property.
Councilman Sherratt moved the request be denied, seconded by Councilman Tillman and
carried on unanimous voice vote.
Councilman Diament introduced the ordinance, after which it would be laid over under
provision of law and the Charter. The motion was seconded by Councilman Sherratt
and carried on the following roll call vote: Ayes: Five. Noes: None. Absent: None.
REPORTS AND RECOMMENDATIONS:
19. From the City Manager submitting recommendation on award of contract for Phase II
of the Golf Course Realignment -City Line Road project.
Councilman Diament moved award of the contract to Brown and Sons, lowest and best bidder,
seconded by Councilman Beckam, and carried on unanimous voice vote.
20. From the City Manager concerning employment of an Engineering Consultant for the
City Line Road Design.
Councilman Diament moved approval of the report and the resolution be taken out of order,
seconded by Councilman Tillman and carried on unanimous voice vote.
RESOLUTIONS:
21. The following resolution was introduced by Councilman Beckam, who moved its adoption:
"Resolution No. 8873
Accepting Proposal for Engineering Design of City Line Road
Submitted by Consultant Firm of Murray- McCormick, Inc.
And Authorizing City Manager to Enter Into an Agreement
with Said Firm."
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:
22. From the City Manager concerning Cooperative Agreement for San Leandro Bay
Transportation Study, Phase II.
President Corica suggested the Councilmembers consider whom they wish to nominate as
members of the policy committee for the study, and submit their recommendations at
the next Council meeting.
Councilman Beckam moved acceptance of the report and the resolution be taken out of
order. The motion was seconded by Councilman Sherratt.
On the question, Mrs. Amey Stone, 1623 High Street, called the Council's attention
to various aspects of the Study she felt merited special attention, particularly
references to Measure E (Fernside Extension).
Mrs. Leora Feeney, 1330 Eighth Street, commented on the Study and opposed any
structural crossing over San Leandro Bay.
On a call for the question, the motion carried on unanimous voice vote.
RESOLUTIONS:
23. The following resolution was introduced by Councilman Diament, who moved its
adoption:
"Resolution No. 8874
Authorizing Execution of Cooperative Agreement with
Metropolitan Transportation Commission and Other Public
Agencies for a San Leandro Bay Transportation Study."
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.
REPORTS AND RECOMMENDATIONS:
24. From the City Manager recommending acceptance of public improvements and release of
the faithful performance bond in connection with Parcel Map 318 (east side of Webster
Street at Estuary).
Councilman Sherratt moved acceptance of the report and release of the bond, seconded by
Councilman Diament and carried on unanimous voice vote.
25. Continued from the meeting of February 21, 1978, from the City Manager transmitting
a request of the City Treasurer for authorization to destroy cancelled bonds and coupons
related to Reclamation District 2087.
Councilman Diament moved acceptance of the report and approval of the request, seconded
by Councilman Sherratt and carried on unanimous voice vote.
26. From the City Manager concerning a new Agreement for the South Shore Erosion
Control Demonstration Project.
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:
27. The following resolution was introduced by Councilman Sherratt, who moved its
adoption:
"Resolution No. 8875
Authorizing Execution of Agreement with the United States
of America for Local Cooperation on Shoreline Erosion
Control Demonstration Program in Alameda."
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.
The Mayor declared the foregoing Resolutions adopted.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS:
28. Councilman Sherratt commented on the ABAG Draft Environmental Management Plan.
He requested staff provide reports to the Council for the March 21 meeting
regarding the Plan, with emphasis on how the Plan related to and would affect Alameda.
29. President Corica questioned the City Manager concerning the vacancy existing
in the position of Assistant Planning Director. Mr. Goss replied the position was
considered a vital one, and due to its numerous responsibilities should be filled.
30. Councilman Tillman requested a report from the City Manager regarding the rate
structure of the Bureau of Electricity.
31. Councilman Beckam requested a report from the City Manager regarding the rate
structure of the East Bay Municipal Utility District, especially as it related to
'lifeline rates."
32. Councilman Beckam also requested preparation of a plaque for the Buena Vista Park
be expedited.
33. President Corica commented on the inadequate lighting and road conditions on the
City's portion of Island Drive. He requested the City Engineer look into the possibility
of installing some type of street lights.
NEW BUSINESS:
34. Councilman Diament inquired about a letter received from Edith Julian regarding
a "No Left Turn" sign in front of the premises at #7 Garden Road. She questioned
the standard procedure in responding to such a communication. City Engineer Hanna
noted the complaint was being considered by the Traffic Advisory Committee.
35. Councilman Diament commented on a letter received from the South Shore Isle
Homeowners Association requesting notification of matters pertaining to construction
permits in their area. Planning Director Patterson responded there were no provisions
in the building ordinances for notifying Homeowners Association about new construction
permits.
36. Councilman Sherratt commented on bingo games conducted by organizations from
outside Alameda. He asked the City Attorney to investigate an amendment of the Bingo
Ordinance prohibiting or restricting out of town organizations from conducting such
games within the City.
37. President Corica noted that Ms. Ann Furbush, winner of the Essay Contest on the
Handicapped in Alameda was the second place winner in the State -wide competition. He
commended her on her achievement.
BILLS:
38. An itemized list of Claims against the City of Alameda and the Departments thereof
in the amount of $159,238.87 was presented to the Council at this meeting and was
accompanied by certification from the City Manager that the claims shown were correct.
Councilman Diament moved the bills as itemized in the List of Claims filed with the
City Clerk on March 7, 1978, and presented to the City Council at this meeting be
allowed and paid. The motion was seconded by Councilman Sherratt and carried
unanimously on roll call vote.
ORAL COMMUNICATIONS:
39. Mrs. Josephine Bixler, 814 Haight Avenue, asked about the city automobile fleet.
She was concerned with the lack of parking in front of City Ha11 due to the number
of city cars parked there, and with the fact that members of the Committee on the
Handicapped found it difficult to find a parking space on the nights of their meetings.
Assistant City Manager Creagh noted two or three cars would soon be eliminated from the
fleet, and the completion of the Police Administration building in the near future
would also tend to alleviate the problem.
FILING:
40. Agreement with Long Properties, Subdivider - re Parcel Map No. 2332.
41. Cooperative Agreement with MTC for San Leandro Bay Transportation Study.
42. Agreement with U. S. A. - re Shoreline Erosion Control Demonstration Program.
ADJOURNMENT:
There being no further business to come before the meeting, the Council adjourned at
10:55 p.m. to assemble in regular session on Tuesday, March 21, 1978, at 7:30 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Deputy City Clerk