1978-01-17 Regular CC MinutesREGULAR MEETING OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ALAMEDA
HELD TUESDAY - - - - - 7 - - - - JANUARY 11, 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 and was followed by an
Invocation delivered by the Reverend Donald Zerbe, Pastor, Twin Towers United
Methodist Church.
ROLL CALL:
The roll was called and Councilmen Beckam, Clement, Sherratt, Tillman, and
President Corica, (5), were noted present. Absent: None.
MINUTES:
1. Consideration of the minutes of the meetings held December 20, 1977, and
January 3, 1978, was held over to the meeting of February 7,
ORAL COMMUNICATIONS, AGENDA:
.2. Presentation to Miss Ann Blair Furbush, winner of Ability Counts Essay Contest,
by President Corica.
Mr. Ernest Ellis, Chairman of the Mayor's Committee for the Handicapped, spoke on the
purpose of the contest and complimented Miss Furbush on her efforts in preparing her
winning essay.
President Corica made some comments on the purpose and founding of the committee, and
presented a plaque to Miss Furbush.
WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS:
3. From Mr. John Sarni, Jr., representative of Mrs. Matilda Ciarlo, requesting waiver
of Parcel Map requirements for properties located at 310-312 Spruce Street and
311 Cypress Street.
Referred to staff for report.
REPORTS AND RECOMMENDATIONS:
.4. Request of Ad Hoc Citizen Efficiency Committee for discussion of goals and
objectives. Councilman Sherratt asked that this matter be taken out of order to allow
the Committee to make their presentation and then retire to a meeting.
Mr. Mark F. Nape, Chairman, introduced the Committee members: Richard Persoff, Don
Gehh, Art Briscoe, and Jim Payton. He also stated the goals of the Committee:
To study the fiscal and operational aspects of city government and outside funded
programs, and to recommend policies and procedures to control expenditures, or to
increase the effectiveness of existing programs, or to maximize the utilization of
existing or potential resources, at present or in the future." He also spoke about
the procedures and the means of reporting to the Council and answered questions.
Mr. Clarence Kline, Superintendent of Schools, commented that the School District
would prefer a bridge to a tunnel.
President Corica and Councilman Tillman commented on two Police Department
reports regarding the safety of a tunnel under the bridge.
After lengthy discussion, Councilman Sherratt moved the Council find the amendment
to be non-substantial and the amendment to the Tentative Map be approved. The motion
was seconded by Councilman Beckam and carried on the following roll call vote: Ayes:
Three. Hoes: President Corica and Councilman Diament (2). Absent: None.
9, Held over from meeting of January 3, 1973, from Acting City Manager, recommending
Reimbursable Agreement between City and Federal Aviation Administration regarding
Lccalizer at Oakland International Airport.
President Corica indicated this matter would bc held over to the regular meeting cf
February 7, 1978.
10. From City Manager, recommending change in the subcontractor for the McKinley
Park Restroom Remodelling project.
Councilman Beckam moved approval of the recommendation, seconded by Councilman Sherratt,
carried unanimously by voice vote.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS:
11. President Corica commented on the unsavory activities occurring at the end
of Union Street and suggested the lower section be filled with dirt. The City
Engineer said this could be done immediately and he would contact a contractor
regarding building a retaining wall and fence.
12. Councilman Tillman complimented the Mayor on his stand on the AC Transit
District strike. He suggested the Council go on record supporting Assemblyman
Bates' hill limiting payments of tax money to the District during strike periods.
President Corica suggested the Council on on record as being disturbed with both
sides in the strike issue.
Councilman Beckam moved that Councilman Tillman's statement be forwarded to
Assemblyman Bates. Councilman Tillman seconded this motion, and it carried unanimously
on voice vote.
13. Councilman Beckam spoke of concerns regarding the possible landing cf the
Concorde jet at the Oakland Airport. He moved the City Attorney draft a resolution
to the Port Authority to the effect that the Council opposes the landing of the
Concorde until such time as the Concorde does meet any and all FAA regulations
applicable so that the noise level will not be increased. Councilman Diament
seconded the motion, and it carried unanimously on voice vote.
14. President Corica commented on the continuing need to establish communications
with the Port of Oakland. The City Manager indicated cooperation with the Port
Authority had been excellent.
15 Councilman Diament commented on the Tax Initiative on the June Primary ballot.
Councilman Beckam suggested the Ad Hoc Efficiency Committee could look into ways the
City could cut costs, should it be necessary if the Initiative passed. President
Corica indicated he felt the Initiative would pass and the City needed a plan to
deal with decreased revenue. Councilman Sherratt asked that a report from the City
Manager, for the next meeting, deal with such a plan, and analyze what the effects
passage of the Initiative might be.
Mr. Russ Sisung commented that he also felt the City Manager should provide a report
on how the City could deal with ramifications of the Initiative, and recommended the
Council write to State Legislators indicating the City would be in trouble if the
Initiative passed. He complimented the Council on their positive attitude of wanting
to be prepared.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS:
16. Councilman Tillman commented on the improved operations at the City Pound. He
noted that the staff was doing a good job and the appearance of the facility was
greatly improved.
17. President Corica commented on a memo from the City Engineer complimenting
Ernest Carrai on the cost savings on the diesel engine repairs of two fire engines.
RESOLUTIONS:
18. The following resolution was introduced by Councilman Sherratt, who moved its
adoption:
"Resolution No. 8854
Appointing Member of the Pension Board. (Vincent G. Maloney)"
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.
19. The following resolution was introduced by Councilman Sherratt, who moved its
adoption:
"Resolution No. 8855
Adopting Specifications, Special Provisions, and Plans for the Golf
Course Realignment-City Line Road Project, Phase II, Calling for
Bids and Directing City Clerk to Advertise Same."
The motion to adopt said resolution was seconded by President Corica and carried
on the following roll call vote. Ayes: Five. Noes: None. Absent: None.
20. The following resolution was introduced by Councilman Beckam, who moved its
adoption:
"Resolution No. 8856
Authorizing Execution of Contracts with Alameda Family Service Agency,
Social Service Bureau of the East Bay, Inc., USO Dependent Assistance
Program, Xanthos House, Alameda Boys' Club, Inc., The American Mational
Red Cross, Alameda Chapter, and the United Pilipinos of America,
Relating to Administration of a Comprehensive Manpower Program Under the
Comprehensive Employment and Training Act of 1973,"
The motion to adopt said resolution was seconded by Councilman Diament and carried
on the following roll call vote. Ayes: Four. Noes: None. Absent: None.
Abstaining: Councilman Sherratt (1).
INTRODUCTION OF ORDINANCES:
21. "Ordinance No.
New Series
Amending the Alameda Municipal Code by Amending Section 2-54E
Thereof Relating to Military or Naval Leave of Absence of City
Officers or Employees and Compensation During Said Absence."
Councilman Beckam introduced the above ordinance, after which it would be laid
over under provision of law and the Charter. The motion was seconded by President
Corica and carried on the following roll call vote. Ayes: Five. Noes: None.
Absent: None.
ORDINANCES FOR PASSAGE:
22. "Ordinance No. 1900
New Series
An Ordinance Reclassifying and Rezoning Certain Property
Within the City of Alameda by Amending Zoning Ordinance
No. 1277, New Series. (R-77-10--716 Central Avenue)"
Councilman Beckam moved the ordinance be passed as submitted. The motion was
seconded by Councilman Sherratt and carried on the following roll call vote.
Ayes: Four. Noes: Councilman Diament (1). Absent: None.
23. "Ordinance No. 1901
New Series
Amending the Alameda Municipal Code by Amending Subsection (a)
of Section 11-14E2 Thereof Relating to Definitions of Adult
Entertainment Activity."
Councilman Diament moved the ordinance be passed as submitted. The motion was
seconded by Councilman Beckam and carried on the following roll call vote.
Ayes: Five. Noes: None. Absent: None.
24. "Ordinance No. 1902
New Series
Amending the Alameda Municipal Code by Amending Subsection (h)
of Section 11-314.5 Thereof Relating to Division of Contiguous
Lots."
Councilman Beckam moved the ordinance be passed as submitted. The motion was
seconded by Councilman Sherratt and carried on the following roll call vote.
Ayes: Five. Noes: None. Absent: None.
25. "Ordinance No. 1903
New Series
Amending the Alameda Municipal Code by Amending Sections 3-1313
and 3-1318 of Article 1, Chapter 13, Title III Thereof, Relating
to a Tax Upon Construction of Residential Units."
Councilman Beckam moved the ordinance be passed as submitted. The motion was
seconded by Councilman Sherratt.
Mr. Joseph Sullivan made a statement in opposition to passage of the above
ordinance. He suggested that rather than using the $150 for any form of mass
or public transit, it be used for Capital Improvements.
Mr. Russ Sisung also made a statement opposed to the passage of this ordinance.
Mr. Adam Stonehouse complimented the Council on its concern with the Tax
Initiative. He stated his belief that the citizens are opposed to increased taxes
of any kind and objected to the S150 increase in the Dwelling Unit Tax.
On a call for the question, the motion carried on the following roll call vote.
Ayes: Three. Noes: President Corica and Councilman Diament. Absent: None.
BILLS:
26. An itemized List of Claims against the City of Alameda and the Departments
thereof in the amount of $132,602.41 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 January 17, 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:
27. Mr. Max Saavedra, 633 Haight Avenue, asked why his taxi permit application
had been denied. There followed a discussion about the proper procedures to follow
to appeal the denial by the Assistant City Manager. Mr. Saavedra was asked to contact
the Assistant City Manager.
28. Mrs. Josephine Bixler, 814 Haight Avenue, thanked the Council and Staff for their
help to the Committee for the Handicapped.
29. President Corica commented on the Times-Star's publication of the questionnaire
for a survey of the City's Handicapped, and complimented the publisher for providing
the free space.
30. Councilman Diament complimented Mrs. Bixler for her fine work as the moving
force behind the Committee for the Handicapped.
FILING:
31. Reimbursable Agreement between City and FAA - re Localizer on Runway 27R,
Oakland Airport. (Held over to meeting of February 7, 1978.)
32. Financial and Operating Report, Bureau of Electricity, for 5 months ended
November 30, 1977.
33. Affidavit of City Manager and Chief of Police - re Police Secret Fund for
period from July 1, 1977 to December 31, 1977.
34. Specifications PW 1-78-1 - Phase II, Golf Course - City Line Road Project.
35. Contracts between City and Community Based Organizations re Administration cf
CETA Manpower Program.
36. Councilman Sherratt moved the Council retire to executive session for a
discussion of litigation, seconded by Councilman Beckam, carried by unanimous
voice vote. At the conclusion of discussion it was determined no action would
be taken.
37. There being no further business to come before the meeting, the Council
adjourned at 11:00 o'clock p.m., to assemble in regular session on Tuesday,
February 7, 1978, at 7:30 o'clock p.m.
Respectufully submitted,
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Deputy City Clerk