1977-12-20 Regular CC MinutesREGULAR MEETING OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ALAMEDA
HELD TUESDAY - -DECEMBER 20, 1977
The meeting convened at 7:30 o'clock p.m., with President Corica presiding. The
Pledge of Pllegiance was led by Councilman Sherratt, followed by an Invocation
delivered by the Reverend Martell H. Twitchell, USN Retired.
ROLL CALL:
The roll was called and Councilmen Beckam, Diament, Sherratt, Tillman and
President Corica, (5), were noted present. Absent: None.
MINUTES:
1. The minutes of the special meeting held November 29, and the regular meeting held
December 6, 1977, were approved as submitted.
-2. President Corica presented the Distinguished Service Award of the United Nations
Association of America to Ms. Martha Killebrew, Executive Director of the Alameda
Chapter of the American Red Cross, in appreciation for her public service in promoting
the nationwide observance of United Nations Day 1977.
WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS:
3. Continuedfrom the meeting of December 6, from Mr. J. Paul Gutleben, 2844 San Jose
Avenue, requesting a waiver of Parcel Map requirements for properties located at
1917 and 1919 Stanford Street.
President Corica reported the applicant and staff had worked out the details, and the
requested waiver was recommended subject to the conditions set out by the City
Engineer.
Councilman Sherratt moved the resolution be taken out of order, seconded by Councilman
Tillman, carried by unanimous voice vote.
RESOLUTIONS:
4. The following resolution was introduced by Councilman Diament, who moved its
adoption:
"Resolution No. 8834
Waiving Parcel Map Requirements of the Subdivision Map Act for
Property Located at 1917 and 1919 Stanford Street in the City
of 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.
WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS:
5. Continued from the meeting of December 6, from Mr. Louis DiMenco, 2624 West
Avenue 133rd, San Leandro, requesting a waiver of Parcel Map requirements for properties
located at 508 and 510 Haight Avenue.
Councilman Beckam moved acceptance of the reports and recommendations of the City
Engineer and Planring Director on the subject, and the resolution be taken out of
order. The motion was seconded by Councilman Sherratt and on voice vote carried
unanimously.
RESOLUTIONS:
6. The following resolution was introduced by Councilman Diament, who moved its
adoption:
"Resolution No. 8835
Waiving Parcel Map Requirements of the Subdivision Map Act for
Property Located at 508 and 510 Haight Avenue in 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.
WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS:
7. From Mr. Joseph M. Sullivan, 3221 Liberty Avenue, concerning the proposed
ordinance establishing a Dwelling Unit Tax for public transit and non-motorized
transit purposes.
President Corica reported Mr. Sullivan was opposed to the adoption of the ordinance.
Councilman Sherratt moved acceptance of the communication, and that it be considered
in conjunction with discussion on the ordinance when it came up for passage.
The motion was seconded by Councilman Beckam and carried unanimously on voice vote.
8. From Mr. David A. Orr, 1544 Park Street, concerning Ordinance No. 1849, New
Series, defining and regulating adult entertainment activities.
Mr. Orr, owner of Dave's Pawnshop, requested clarification as to why a pawnshop had
been classified as an adult entertainment activity and subject to the above
ordinance.
The City Attorney stated the ordinance had been written containing provisions
approved by the U. S. Supreme Court for the City of Detroit.
Following a brief discussion, Councilman Beckam moved the City Attorney be directed
to prepare an amendment to the ordinance which would delete the word "pawnshop.'
The motion was seconded by Councilman Tillman and on voice vote carried unanimously.
9. From the Alameda County Human Relations Commission, signed by the Chairperson,
concerning provisions of Ordinance No. 1880, New Series, prescribing duties of the
Social Service Human Relations Board.
President Corica reported the County Commission had expressed concern and urged
reconsideration of the provisions of Section 3-355, which read that "the Board shall
not investigate the actions or proceedings of other City or County agencies or
make findings of fact concerning actions taken or determinations made or proposed
by such agencies." He noted that it was only after a thorough discussion and
evaluation, including a joint meeting between the City Council and the Board as it
was then constituted, that the ordinance was adopted and tailored to fit the needs
of the City. He stated he was satisfied with the ordinance and saw no reason for
change at this time.
Councilman Tillman concurred with President Corica's statement.
Mrs. Anita Weier, former member of the Social Service Board, reported she had
chaired the Board committee that had drawn up a proposed ordinance, unanimously
approved by the Board, for presentation to the City Council. She stated it was her
opinion the Board would have preferred adoption of the ordinance they submitted,
rather than the ordinance prepared by the City Attorney and adopted by the City
Council. She alleged the present ordinance left the Board in a rather powerless
position.
Ms. Elizabeth Rogers, 1261 Weber Street, commented on a survey of Alameda and Santa
Clara County and City ordinances which she had presented to the Council. She
expressed disappointment in the ordinance adopted, and stated none of the ordinances
surveyed contained similar restrictions.
President Corica noted there were many dedicated Alamedans serving on City Boards and
Commissions; that it had previously been brought out by some of these members that
should a specific Board be given investigative powers, they would resign. He said it
was his opinion this was one of the strong points for adopting the ordinance in its
present form. Councilman Diament concurred. President Corica said he resented the
interference of outside agencies in this and other matters pertaining to local
government.
Councilman Sherratt pointed out consideration had also been given to other legal
requirements which might have involved the city in litigation.
City Attorney Stroud stated the ordinance did not preclude the Board from obtaining
information from public records, or from making recommendations which the ordinance
empowered them to make; that the Council was not empowered to give the Board a
regulatory function.
Mrs. Darlene Banda, Chairman of the Board, stated she, personally, did not feel an
ordinance was needed as she had felt comfortable working within the framework of
the Charter.
Mr. Joe Camicia, Member of the Alameda County Human Relations Commission, offered
their assistance, and stated this had been the purpose of the communication.
Councilman Sherratt moved acceptance of the communication, seconded by Councilman
Diament and on voice vote carried unanimously.
-10. From Mrs. Rhoda Siegel, Goodwill Cab Company, concerning Senior Citizens'
Taxi Scrip..
Mrs. Siegel expressed her interest in participating in the program. She questioned
the status of the contract.
President Corica assured Mrs. Siegel her request would be taken into consideration
at the time the scrip became available. He said he had talked to Supervisor
Cooper, who had informed him the matter was held up in Sacramento.
Councilman Tillman asked that the Assistant City Manager forward to Mrs. Siegel a
copy of the Board of Supervisors' communication to the State requesting a release of
additional funds for Senior Taxi Scrip.
HEARINGS:
11. In the Matter of an Appeal filed by Harbor Bay Isle Associates from the
decision cf the Planning Board concerning a proposed amendment of PD 74-3 and
Tract 3645, modifying the bridge design for the Bridgeway Lagoon Crossing.
President Corica reported a letter had been received from the Project Manager,
who requested the Council to remand the matter to the Planning Board for rehearing
based on an illness which had prevented him from appearing before the Board. The
President stated he did not believe this was sufficient reason to refer it back to the
Board. Councilman Sherratt concurred.
Councilman Tillman said it was his understanding there was new evidence which had
not been available to the Planning Board. Councilman Diament stated this was also
her belief, and asked the advice of the City Attorney.
Mr. Stroud reviewed the options available to the Council, i.e., to deny the appeal,
to hear it on the record, or to hear it or remand it if there was new evidence.
Councilman Beckam noted the Police Department, Recreation Department and City
Manager had submitted memoranda dated subsequent to the Planning Board hearing, and
had suggested additional evidence was available. He moved the matter be remanded
to the Planning Board for rehearing. The motion was seconded by Councilman Sherratt
and carried unanimously on voice vote.
12. In the Matter of a proposal to rezone the Parrot Village site of Makassar
Straits Village from the R-2, Two-Family Residential District, and the M-1-PD,
Intermediate Industrial (Manufacturing) District with a Planned Development
Overlay, to the R-3-PD, Restricted Apartment District with a Planned Development
Overlay. (Applicant: Alameda Housing Authority)
The City Clerk reported the Affidavit of Publication of the required Notice of
Hearing was on file, and all interested parties had been notified.
President Corica stated it was his understanding the Housing Authority had requested
a change to R-3. City Manager Goss noted the Housing Authority had originally
applied for R-3-PD, but now desired R-3; that the Planning Board recommended R-2-PD.
President Corica explained procedure which would be followed, and declared the
Hearing opened.
Mr. Daniel Reidy, Assistant Planning Director, reported the Housing Authority, acting
as their own lead agency, had prepared an Environmental Review and determined a
negative declaration was appropriate; the City's Environmental Assessment Committee
had considered the matter on November 10, 1977, and declared the particular project
categorically exempt. These reports were turned over to the City Clerk for filing.
Mr. Reidy stated a public hearing had been conducted by the Planning Board; that
in preparation for the hearing materials had been made available from both the
Housing Authority consultants and Planning Department staff. He noted staff had
recommended R-3-PD as the most appropriate. That at the Planning Board hearing
held December 5, 1977, there had been much public input and comment, and the
Planning Board had made a determination in the form of a recommendation to the
Council that R-2-PD would be the most appropriate zoning. In subsequent
analysis by staff, he said they continued to thinkR-3-PD would be the most
appropriate zoning, based on the comments made in the staff report. He stated
the pivotal issue was whether a Planned Development Overlay would be appropriate,
and staff felt this would give an opportunity to assure site planning, open space,
and parking considerations had adequate attention. He noted the project would
have Design Review Board review. He said the Planned Development Overlay would not
allow under R -2 -PD a garden -type townhouse development, which had been proposed by
the consultants of the Housing Authority, and the technical design staff felt the
best use of the land would be a connected garden -type townhouse development which
would be allowable under R -3 zoning. He stated they would recommend R -3 as the
best underlying zone. He noted the Council had received the records of the Planning
Board action, and an important finding upon which the Planning Board had found
R -2 -PD the most appropriate was that there were additional open space requirements.
President Corica asked if R -2 -PD would accommodate the type of structure the
Housing Authority wished to replace. Mr. Reidy stated it would not. He answered
questions asked by the Council members.
City Attorney Stroud noted the Planning staff report dated November 22, 1977, and
the Planning Director's report to the Council dated December 8, 1977, summarizing
the action of the Planning Board were on record.
On the call for proponents, Mr. William Godfrey, Housing Authority Commissioner,
stated the reason Housing Authority could not live with R -2 or R -2 -PD was because
of finances. He stated they were requesting a rezoning to R -3 for the following
reasons: (1) A Planned Development Overlay would create additional expense in
providing architect's plans to the Planning Department, and (2) They had to build
to HUD regulations, which, he stated, were more restrictive and asked for more
parking and open space than required by a Planned Development. He alleged they would
be unable to build on the site if the recommendation of the Planning Board was approved.
The following persons spoke as opponents. Mrs. Barbara Worden, 1315 Regent Street,
alleged a conflict on interest existed in that the City Attorney represented both
the City and the Housing Authority. She suggested outside counsel be hired to advise
the City in this particular rezoning matter. Mrs. Worden stated it was her opinion
a rezoning to R -1 -PD would permit clustered housing, and called attention to the
development of Bay Farm Island undersimilar zoning. She questioned how open space
would be provided under an R -3 zoning.
Mr. Stroud explained provisions of the State Bar P.ct relating to conflicts of interest.
He stated no practical or legal conflicts existed at this point.
Mr. William Hildebrand, 1031 Eagle Avenue, representing the Northside Association,
stated they were opposed to any impaction of the neighborhood by adding innumerable
units of housing. He stated that under R -3 zoning, the Housing Authority could put
in approximately 144 units, however these units were not measured by the number of
bedrooms. He discussed the location of the site and surrounding areas, and the
history of the housing project. He said the houses in the neighborhood were mainly
single-family homes, and the residents had been under the impression this and the
former Navy housing project were supposed to have been temporary in nature. He stated
the residents of the neighborhood had put up with vandalism, problems, and property
damage; that many were elderly, while others had less income than persons living in the
housing project. He expressed their opposition to a replacement of the project. He
asked for an explanation cf what the Housing Authority proposed to place on the site,
and stated they had suggested options which would be acceptable to the neighbors, such
as housing for the elderly, for the handicapped, and some for families. He said the
Association would recommend no action be taken by the Council on the proposed zoning.
On question, Mr. Godfrey stated the Housing Authority would be willing to stipulate
that the maximum amount of units on the entire site would not exceed 78. He
reported that as of this date, they only had authority for 50 units from HUD
for rent subsidy. He said the 7 houses acquired from the School District were
not included in this application, and were in addition to the 78.
Mr. Kuo-Ren Lin, Architect for the Housing Authority, reviewed the plan which had
been approved by HUD. He stated the building coverage for the 50 units was 20%
of the site, the plan indicated 160 bedrooms would be provided, that 20% of the
50 units would be two-bedroom units, and 44,000-square feet would be designated as
open space. He noted there was a possibility to provide an additional 20 units on the
undeveloped area, however more than 20% two-bedroom units would be provided in
this area.
Mr. Hildebrand commented this could mean a total of 242 bedrooms, as compared to
the 200 bedrooms presently on the site. He said their concerns were mainly with
family housing; that if they could obtain some agreement from the Housing
Authority for housing for the handicapped or elderly, they would have no objection
to whatever number of units were put in.
Mr. Godfrey reported 10 of the 50 units would accommodate handicapped persons
and these would be two-bedroom units.
Mrs. Josephine Boxier, 814 Haight Avenue, asked that the Housing Authority not put
handicapped persons and senior citizens in the same location with families with
children.
Mr. Jerry Edwards, 939 Eagle Avenue, asked that the density be kept down as much
as possible.
Mrs. Dorothy Allen, 1020 Pacific Avenue, spoke as a proponent. She noted that any
neighborhood within the City could cite similar problems with neighbors; she
alleged the opponents were more concerned with counting the numbers of bedrooms and
reported that in the old units there had been many large families living in small
units and the assertion more bedrooms created more persons was incorrect. She
commented on the Esperanza project which provided larger units and provided more open
space, and alleged this eliminated many of the previous problems with the old units.
She said she understood that under the Housing Authority plan additional security
and community programs would be provided.
The hearing was declared closed.
Councilman Diament stated she understood the concerns of the neighborhood, however,
the City was committed to replace the low income units because of a Tenants' Union
suit by which the Housing Authority was committed to respond in building. She
stated that after much discussion, it had been determined the Parrot Ave. site was
the best available location and if low income units were to be placed in another
area of the city, it would necessitate being put to a vote of the electorate to do so.
Councilman Beckam moved the Council find the Housing Authority is the lead agency;
to accept their negative EIR declaration; to concur in finding the EAC found the
project exempt; and the ordinance for introduction be taken out of order. The
motion was seconded by Councilman Tillman.
Councilman Sherratt suggested the motion be amended by also directing the project
plans be submitted to the Council because of HCDA involvement. Councilmen Beckam
and Tillman consented to the amendment.
Councilman Tillman asked if it was the intent of the Housing Authority to move the
people presently residing in Makassar Housing to the new project when it was
completed. Mr. Godfrey stated this was the only way they could accomplish what
had been promised and allow them to tear down the old Makassar units.
On a call for the question, the motion, as amended, carried unanimously on voice vote.
INTRODUCTION OF ORDINANCES:
13. "Ordinance No.
New Series
An Ordinance Reclassifying and Rezoning Certain Property
Within the City of Alameda by Amending Zoning Ordinance
No. 1277, New Series." (R-77-9 -- Parrot Village)
Councilman Beckam introduced the ordinance, amended to rezone the property from
R-2 and M-1-PD to R-3, after which it would be laid over under provision of law
and the Charter. The motion was seconded by Councilman Tillman and carried on the
following roll call vote. Ayes: Five. Noes: None. Absent: None.
HEARINGS:
14. In the Matter of a proposal to rezone property located at 520-530 Central
Avenue from R-5-PD, General Apartment District with a Planned Development Overlay,
to R-1-PD, Single Family Residential District with a Planned Development Overlay.
The City Clerk reported the Affidavit of Publication of the required Notice of
Hearing was on file, and all interested parties had been notified.
Assistant Planning Director Reidy reported the Planning Board had adopted a negative
declaration on the Environmental Review. He stated the rezoning had been originally
proposed by members of the Planning Board during the processing of the project, and,
after public hearing, the Board recommended a denial of the rezoning by a vote of
four to three. He reviewed the proposal, and noted the developer was unwilling to
have the property rezoned to R-1-PD prior to the time the final map was acted upon.
President Corica explained the procedure to be followed, and declared the Hearing
opened.
Mr. John Kihn, 2119 Los Molinos, San Rafael, representing the developer, stated he
was neither for or against the proposal. He said he would prefer not to have the
property rezoned until the final map was recorded.
On the call for proponents or opponents, there was no response, and the hearing was
declared closed.
Councilman Sherratt moved the decision of the Planning Board to deny rezoning be
upheld. The motion was seconded by Councilman Beckam and on voice vote carried
unanimously.
REPORTS AND RECOMMENDATIONS:
15. From the City Manager recommending Reimbursable Agreement between the City
and the Federal Aviation Administration for installation of a localizer.
President Corica reported this item would be held over.
16. From the Planning Board, signed by the Secretary, submitting a
recommendation on Rezoning Application R-77-10, a reclassification from R-5, General
Apartment District, to R-5-PD, General Apartment District with a Planned Development
Overlay, at 716 Central Avenue. Applicant: John Anthony.
The hearirg date was set for January 3, 1978.
17. From the Auditor-Assessor, requesting authorization to refund real and personal
property taxes erroneously levied and collected, and to cancel taxes on real
property deeded to the City.
Councilman Beckam moved acceptance of the report and the resolution be taken out of
order. The motion was seconded by Councilman Sherratt and on voice vote carried
unanimously.
RESOLUTIONS:
18. The following resolution was introduced by Councilman Diament, who moved its
adoption:
"Resolution No. 8836
Ordering Cancellation and Refund of Real and Personal
Property Taxes Erroneously Levied and Collected."
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:
19. From the City Manager recommending approval of the Final Map for Tract No.
3903, being Block 14 of Tract No. 3645, Village II, Harbor Bay Isle.
Councilman Beckam moved acceptance of the report and the resolution be taken out of
order, seconded by Councilman Tillman, carried unanimously on voice vote.
RESOLUTIONS:
20. The following resolution was introduced by Councilman Diament, who moved
its adoption:
"Resolution No. 8837
Approving Final Map of Subdivision Known as Tract 3903,
Authorizing Execution of Agreement for Construction of
Public Improvements Therein, Approving Bond as to
Sufficiency, and Accepting Certain Public Streets,
Easements and Access Rights (Harbor Bay Isle Associates,
Subdivider) .11
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:
21. From the Assistant City Manager concerning discontinuance of mailing City
Newsletter by the Bureau of Electricity.
President Corica reported a letter had been received from the publisher of the
Alameda Times-Star, who had submitted a proposal for printing the newsletter in
the newspaper.
Councilman Tillman suggested the Assistant City Manager's time could be put to better
use on other problems than the newsletter, and other sources of distribution be
investigated.
Assistant City Manager Creagh reviewed the method which had been used in printing and
distributing the newsletter. He noted the Bureau equipment was no longer adequate,
and they were unwilling to continue.
Following a brief discussion, Councilman Sherratt moved acceptance of the report, and
the decision on the type of advertising to be done in the future be held over for a
couple of months. The motion was seconded by Councilman Beckam and carried
unanimously on voice vote.
22. From the City Manager concerning the Alameda High School Fact Finding Committee
questionnaire.
Councilman Sherratt moved acceptance of the report, and a copy of the communication
be sent to the Committee. The motion was seconded by Councilman Beckam and on voice
vote carried unanimously.
23. From the City Manager regarding the Dimension Electronic PBX System.
Councilman Beckam moved acceptance of the report, and the resolution be taken
out of order; seconded by Councilman Sherratt, carried by a voice vote of 4 Ayes
and 1 Abstention (Councilman Tillman).
RESOLUTIONS:
,24. The following resolution was introduced by Councilman Beckam, who moved its
adoption:
"Resolution No. 8838
Authorizing Execution of Agreement with the Pacific Telephone
and Telegraph Company Relating to Furnishing and Maintaining
a Dimension Electronic PBX System."
The motion to adopt said resolution was seconded by Councilman Sherratt and carried
on the following roll call vote. Ayes: Four. Noes: None. Absent: None.
Abstaining: Councilman Tillman (1).
UNFINISHED BUSINESS:
25. Consideration of appointment of Planning Board member.
President Corica place in nomination the name of Mrs. Amey C. Stone. The
nomination was seconded by Councilman Beckam and carried unanimously on roll
call vote.
26. Consideration of the following items brought up under "New Business" at
regular meeting held December 7, 1977:
(a) Comment by Councilman Diament on need for public telephone booth on Bay Farm
Island.
City Manager Goss reported he had talked to a representative of the Telephone
Company, and their reaction was that at this time there were public telephones
associated with the Golf Course and they were awaiting the development of Bay Farm
Island and the shopping center before selecting additional sites.
Councilman Diament stated she felt there was a very real need for a facility on the
older section of Bay Farm Island, and suggested a booth be placed at Godfrey Park.
Councilman Tillman suggested a public telephone be placed outside the Fire Station
on Bay Farm Island, and that it be lighted at night.
Following discussion, the City Manager was directed to pursue the Fire Station
location and investigate other possible sites in the highlands.
(b) Suggestion made by President Corica concerning beautification of a vacant
parcel of land at the corner of Otis Drive and Oak Street, and the area near the
Bay Farm Island Bridge.
President Corica commented on the report submitted by the Assistant City Manager.
Councilman Tillman questioned whether the lot at the corner of Otis Drive and Park
Street could be included.
The Assistant City Manager was directed to submit a report on costs, and investigate
the possibility of incorporating the property at Otis and Park.
Councilman Sherratt suggested use of Dwelling Unit Tax funds for the project.
27. Councilman Beckam questioned the status of the study on the Alameda County
Flood Control District report on west end problems.
The City Engineer stated he had looked at the report and passed it on to the
Engineering Division for their reaction. He was requested to pursue this matter.
NEW BUSINESS:
28. President Corica commented on the working facilities at the Corporation Yard.
He asked that reconstruction of the Yard be made the No. 1 priority for Capital
Improvement.
City Manager Goss reported this project was currently No. 1 in the unfunded category.
There followed a short discussion of funding possibilities. The City Manager
stated he felt there was a strong need to replace the buildings and provide better
facilities. He noted there was a large Capital Improvement Program, however, most
were based upon special funds, or funds recieved from Federal and State sources
which could only be used for certain types of projects. He said there did not
appear to be a lot of prospect for funding for a Corporation Yard, except maybe
through an EDA Grant. He noted that at the present time the only funds available
for Capital Improvement projects was a portion of the Business License Tax; however,
in order to finance the Police Building, that source of funds from 1976-77, the
current fiscal year, and 1978-79, would have to be applied to that project.
Therefore, he said, 1979-80 would be the first year where unrestricted funds would
be available for a project such as the Corporation Yard.
Councilman Beckam suggested another potential source of funding might be the
Dwelling Unit Tax.
Mr. Joseph Sullivan suggested the Council reconsider an increase in the Documentary
Transfer Tax for funding Capital Improvement projects.
29. Councilman Diament questioned staff attendance at the Labor Relations Institute
to be held in January and whether this had been included in the budget.
The Assistant City Manager said he would be attendino, and the costs had been budgeted.
30. President Corica asked how copies of the Combined Land Use Plan were being
made available for public input.
Assistant Planning Director Reidy reported between 60 and 80 copies had been mailed
to interested agencies, two copies were available at each Public Library, and
additional copies could be taken out from the Planning Department on a loan basis.
President Corica suggested the selling price of $7.50 be reduced, and complimentary
copies be furnished to the local service organizations for their input.
Councilman Sherratt asked that the public be made aware that copies of the Plan
were available without cost.
31. Councilman Tillman commented on the siren location at St. Philip Neri. He
asked if it could be placed in another location.
RESOLUTIONS:
32. The following resolution was introduced by Councilman Beckam, who moved
its adoption:
"Resolution No. 8839
Rejecting Claim of Larry Clement Against City."
The motion to adopt said resolution was seconded by Councilman Sherratt and carried
cn the following roll call vote. Ayes: Five. Noes: None. Absent: None.
33. The following resolution was introduced by Councilman Sherratt, who moved
its adoption:
"Resolution No. 8840
Authorizing Execution of Agreement with R. L. Kautz & Co.
for Services in Connection with Supervision and Administration
of City's Liability Self-Insurance Program."
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.
34. The following resolution was introduced by Councilman Beckam, who moved its
adoption:
"Resolution No. 8841
Establishing a Claims Account and Claims Board in Connection
With the City's Liability Self-Insurance Program and Delegating
Authority to Write Checks Thereon and to Pay Claims of Five
Thousand Dollars or Less."
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.
35. The following resolution was introduced by Councilman Diament, who moved its
adoption:
"Resolution No. 8842
Establishing a Liability Insurance Reserve Fund."
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.
36. The following resolution was introduced by Councilman Diament, who moved its
adoption:
"Resolution No. 8843
Adopting Procedures for Processing Environmental Impact
Reports (EIRs) and Selecting Consultants to Prepare EIRs
for the 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.
The President declared the foregoing Resolutions adopted.
ORDINANCES FOR PASSAGE:
37. "Ordinance No. 1897,
New Series
Amending the Alameda Municipal Code by Amending Article 3
of Chapter 2, Title XVI Thereof, Defining and Regulating
Bingo for Authorized Organizations, Prescribing Penalty
for Violation Thereof, and Relating to Citation Procedure
for Violations."
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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.
38. "Ordinance No.
New Series
Amending the Alameda Municipal Code by Adding Article 2 to
Chapter 13 of Title III Thereof, Establishing a Dwelling
Unit Tax for Public Transit and Non-Motorized Transit Purposes."
Councilman Tillman stated he would vote against passage of the ordinance in its
present form. He recommended the ordinance be amended to establish the tax at
S900, and all moneys collected be deposited in a Park, Recreation, Public Transit and
Non-Motorized Transit Fund to be used solely for the following purposes: (a)
One-sixth of the funds may be used for providing or assisting in the provision of
public transit or non-motorized transit forms of transportation; (b) All funds may be
used for providing park and recreation facilities, including real property, within
the City. Also, the ordinance to state that it provides for and fixes the rate of a
tax levy and is a municipal revenue measure, and it shall be in full force and effect
immediately upon its final passage.
Councilman Beckam stated he concurred with Councilman Tillman. He moved the City
Clerk be directed to agendize the proposed ordinance for the next meeting, and the
Ordinance for Passage under consideration at this meeting be tabled. The motion was
seconded by Councilman Tillman.
Mr. Joseph Sullivan objected to tabling the above ordinance and urged that some action
be taken to dispose of it at this meeting.
President Corica suggested the Council should first take a position on the Ordinance
for Passage, and then the proposed amended ordinance could be placed on the agenda
for the next meeting.
Councilman Sherratt voiced his concurrence with the remarks made by Mr. Sullivan. He
said he felt he would be more comfortable with the proposed amendment.
Following a brief discussion and clarification of the compound motion by the City
Attorney, President Corica called for a vote on the motion, which carried on the
following roll call vote. Ayes: Three. Noes: Councilman Diament, President
Corica, (2). Absent: None.
BILLS:
39. An itemized List of Claims against the City of Alameda and the Departments thereof
in the amount of $82,078.85 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 December 20, 1977, 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.
FILING:
40. Agreement with Harbor Bay Isle Associates - re Tract No. 3903.
41. Agreement with Pacific Telephone - re Dimension Electronic PBX SvSte0,
42. Agreement with R. L. Kautz & CO. - re City's Liability Self-Insurance
Program.
43. Financial and Operating Report of Bureau of Electricity for 4 months ended
October 31, 1977.
ADJOURNMENT:
44. There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned at I0:40 p.m. in
respect to the memory of GEORGE SAFFORD, retired employee of the Bureau of
Electricity, and FRANK McCLINTOCK, Former member of the Public Utilities Board,
to assemble in regular session on Tuesday, January 3, 1978, at 7:30 o'clock p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
City Clerk