1976-02-03 Regular CC MinutesREGULAR MEETING OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ALAMEDA
HELD TUESDAY - - - - - - - FEBRUARY 3, 1976
The meeting convened at 7:30 o'clock p.m. with President Corica presiding. The Pledge
of Allegiance was led by Scout Mayor Dana Krebs and was followed by an Invocation delivered by
the Reverend Albert Larsen, Assistant Pastor of the First Presbyterian Church.
ROLL CALL:
The roll was called and Councilmen Beckam, Diament, Hurwitz, Sherratt and President Corica,
(5), were noted present. Absent: None,
MINUTES:
1. Councilman Sherratt requested the minutes of the regular meeting held January 20, 1976, be
corrected at item No. 15, page 8, to reflect the meeting was between the City Manager and Council-
man Sherratt regarding beach erosion. The minutes were then approved as corrected.
2. At this time, President Corica announced that the Twenty-third 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 ,:here were 28 participants representing 9
troops in the city. He stated the Scouts had assembled at 3:30 o'clock p.m. in the Council Chamber
and Mr. Rob Wonder, Administrative Assistant, had given them a brief overview of services and
functions of the city. Following this introduction, the Scouts were turned over to their counterparts
in City Hall where they were given a review of the functions of each position.
President Corica presented each participating Boy Scout with a certificate of his achievement in
this program. He congratulated Mr. Creagh and the staff for their work and participation in the
program, and commended the Scouting program in Alameda.
WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS:
3. From Mrs. Carl Baitinger, 2124 San Jose Avenue, suggesting Bicentennial slogan.
The communication was referred to the Bicentennial Committee for their review and consideration.
4. From Mr. J.B. Bruzzone, 350 Forest Street, Oakland, concerning the Alameda Belt Line property
between Webster Street and Main Street.
On request, Mr. John Goss, City Manager, reviewed the current status of the property and stated he
had been working with representatives of the Santa Fe and Western Pacific Railroads to determine
some plan for its reuse. He noted that because the property involved is privately owned, it cannot
revert to adjacent property owners but must be purchased.
The communication was received.
5. From Mr. John Barni, Sr., 1438 Park Street, regarding method of collecting the business
license tax.
President Corica stated the communication dealt with companies doing business but not located in
Alameda, and their status with regard to the business license tax.
The communication was received with the comment that the City Treasurer does make an effort to
collect business license taxes from this group.
6. From Miss Betty Dos Santos, 457 Haight Avenue, requesting permission to address the Council
on the subject of cable television.
Miss Dos Santos stated she was a student at Encinal High School and reviewed her reasons for suggesting
the franchise be allowed. At the conclusion of her presentation and a brief discussion, the staff
was directed to make whateverinformation was currently on file available to Miss Dos Santos.
7. From Dr. Maurice A. Garbell, President, M.A.G. Consultants, Inc., transmitting copy of First
Supplementary Brief filed with the Secretary of Transportation, Washington, D.C., in the matter of
the Concorde SST.
The communication was received.
8. From Mr. M.E. Leach, 3218 Fir Street, appealing decision of the Planning Board in denying
Use Permit 76-1 for premises at 3200 Encinal Avenue.
President Corica related there was no appeal procedure at the current time, however the Council would
be considering an ordinance under "Hearings" later in the meeting. He suggested the communication
be held over pending the outcome of that discussion.
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9, ' From Miss Linda Smith, Counselor, Manpower Training Center` New Haven Unified School District,
Union City, requesting permission to presentirnininq programs at the regular meeting of February 17.
1976.
The request was approved and the City Manager directed to notify the Alameda Unified School District
of the program presentation.
HEARINGS:
10. . In the Matter of proposed changes in Ordinance No. 1277. New Series, pertaining to Variances
and Use Permits by amending Article 6, Variances, Use Permits: Procedure.
The Deputy City Clerk stated the Affidavit of Publication of the required Notice of Hearing was on
file.
On request, the City Attorney explained the changes proposed and suggested the following minor word
changes. On page 3 of the proposed ordinance, under (b) Standards. (1) Change the word "to" to the
word 'with''. On the same page under (2), the paragraph should read, "That the proposed use will
be served by adequate transportation and service facilities." On page 10, Sec. 11-1243.5. "Variance',
strike the words "Density or" and add the following to the end of the sentence, or increase the
density of the use of the property to an intensity permitted by a different zoning district than
that in which the property is located."
The hearing was declared opened- On the call for proponents or opponents, there was no response.
The President declared the hearing closed.
There being no cbjection, the meeting proceeded to "Introduction of Ordinances'.
INTRODUCTION OF ORDINANCES:
11. Councilman 8*ck^m introduced the following ordinancc, as amended, after which it would be laid
over under provision of law and the Charter:
"Ordinance Mo.
New Series
Amending the Alameda Municipal Code by Amending and Adding Certain
Sections to Article 6, Chapter 1, Title XI, and by Amending Section
11-1243.5 and Repealing Section I1-1243.6 of Article 2, Chapter 1,
Title XI Thereof Relating to Use Permits and Variances,"
The motion was seconded by Councilman Sherratt and carried on the following roll call vote. Ayes:
Five. Noes: None. Absent: None.
The meeting returned to the regular order of business,
12, In the Matter of proposed changes in Ordinance No. 1277, New Series, pertaining to Article 7,
Amendments and Procedures.
The Deputy City Clerk stated the Affidavit of Publication of the required Notice of Hearing was on
file.
On request the City Attorney explained the proposed amendment which would clean up the wording
and proposed no substantive changes.
The hearing was declared opened. On the call for proponents or opponents, there was no response.
The President declared the hearing closed.
There being no objection, the meeting proceeded to "Introduction of Ordinances".
INTRODUCTION OF ORDINANCES:
13. Councilman Beckon introduced the following ordinance, after which it would be laid over under
provision of law and the Charter:
"Ordinance No.
New Series
Amending the Alameda Municipal Code by Amending Certain Sections of
Article 7, Chapter 1, Title XI Thereof, Relating to Zoning Regulation
Amendments and Procedures."
The motion was seconded by Councilman Sherratt and carried on the following roll call vote. Ayes:
Five. Noes: None, Absent: None.
The meeting returned to the regular order of business.
or true appeal, which provided for a review of the aut/ons taken and not a new hearing. He related
Planning Board had suggested removing Section 11-1102 and renumbering Sections 11'1I03 and
I1-1104 accordingly.
The hearing was declared opened. On the call for proponents, Mr. M.E. Leach requested consideration
be given to making the ordinance ' retroactive to include those decisions made within the last few
months to permit appeals,
President Corica related it was the Council's intention to make the ordinance retroactive.
On the call for opponents, Mr. Wes Tamburski, 1507 Pearl Street, expressed his opposition to the
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proposed liquor store at '2OO Encinal Axpoue, and asked if he and his neighbors could rezone
their property. He was informed this ordinance would have no effect on a proposed rezoning.
The hearing was declared closed.
On request, Planning Director Patterson stated there were two instances in which a desire to
appeal had been expressed. Vne wu� the decision pertaining to Mr. Leach's property at 3200 j months.
Encinal Avenue and the second, the Small World Nursury which had been granted a permit for six .
Councilman Beckam moved a Section 2 be added to make the ordinance retroactive to December 15,
1975, to include those sections necessary to make the ordinance an emergency meusure, and to place
the ordinance on the agenda of the meeting of February 17. 1976` for introduction and passage.
The motion was seconded by Councilman Diament and carried unanimously on voice vote.
15. In the Matter of proposed changes in Ordinance No. 1277, New Series, pertaining to Amending
Section 1I-14D3. Other Conversions; Section 11-1405, Procedure; and Section 11-14010. Costs
pertaining to Condominium Conversions.
The Deputy City Clerk stated the Affidavit of Publication of the required Notice of Hearing was
on file.
On request, the City Attorney stated amendments were to clean up the wording of the ordinance.
The hearing was declared opened. On the call for proponents or oppunentx, there was no response.
The hearing was declared closed.
There being no objection, the meeting proceeded to "Introduction of Ordinances".
INTRODUCTION OF ORDINANCES:
16. Councilman Beckam introduced the following ordinancc, after which it would be laid over under
provision of law and the Charter:
"Ordinance No.
New Series
Amending the Alameda Municipal Code by Amending and Adding Certain
Sections to Article 4D, Chapter 1, Title XI Thereof, Relating to
Conversions to Multiple Houses,"
The motion was seconded by Councilman Diament and carried on the following roll call vote. Ayes:
Five. Noes: None. Absent: None.
The City Manager reported the fee structure included in the ordinances introduced differed from
that discussed by the Council last fall. He was directed to prepare a report on the fee schedule
for consideration at the time the ordinances were considered for passage.
The meeting returned to the regular order of business.
HEARINGS:
17.' In the Matter of consideration of revisions of the Planned Development Ordinance, and in the
Matter of consideration of revisions to the Design Review Ordinance.
The Deputy City Clerk stated the Affidavit of Publication of the required Notice of Hearing was
on file.
Planning Director Patterson stated there would be a special meeting of the Planning Board on
February 18, 1976; and if the Council desired to review amendments to the Planned Development and
Design Review ordinances at the sane time, it would have to be at a subsequent date.
Councilman Beckam moved the hearings be continued to March 2, 1976. Following discussion, it was
the consensus of the Council the matters be held over to that date.
Mrs. Ella May Waterbury, 338 Beach Road, requested a copy of the proposed amendments.
Mr. Robert Smith, 3530 Magnolia, stated he had some suggested revisions to the ordinance change.
Councilman Beckam suggested Mr. Smith present his written material prior to the time the agenda
is made up for the March 2 meotino, so it might be included in the agenda packet.
REPORTS AND RECOMMENDATIONS:
18. From the Mayor and the City Auditor submitting report of Count of Money held November 11, 1975.
Councilman Beckam moved the report be accepted. The motion was seconded by Councilman Diampnt and
carried unanimously on voice vote.
19. From the Auditor-Assessor requesting cancellation and refund of real and personal property
taxes erroneously levied and paid.
Councilman Hurwitz moved acceptance of the report. The motion was seconded by Councilman Sherratt
and carried unanimously on voice vote.
There being no objection, the meeting proceeded to "Resolutions".
RESOLUTIONS:
20. The following resolution was introduced by Councilman Beckam, who moved its adoption:
"Resolution No. 8470
Ordering Cancellation and Refund of Real and Personal Property
Taxes Erroneously Levied and Collected."
The motion to adopt said resolution was seconded by Councilman Hurwitz and carried on the fnllowinc
roll call vote. Ayes: Five. Noes: None. Absent: None.
The meeting returned to the regular order of business.
REPORTS AND RECOMMENDATIONS:
21. From the Public Utilities Board, signed by the President, submitting report of rates charged
by the Bureau of Electricity.
It was the consensus of the Council that copies of the report be sent to Mr. Ben Mallia and Mr. Fred
Laughlin, who had appeared previously before the Council requesting this information.
On request, the City Manager stated the City of Alameda. along with other cities, was currently
withholding a portion of its payment to Pacific Gas & Electric Company in an attempt to bring about
some amendment to the current laws governing rates set by the Public Utilities Commission and the
Federal Power Commission. Mr. Goss reviewed the situation.
Councilman Beckam suggested an explanation of the billing procedure be included in the next Alameda
City Report. Mr. Goss stated the last bills sent by the Bureau had contained this explanation.
22. From the City Manager reporting completion of improvements in connection with Parcel Map
No. 1274, recommending acceptance and release of the faithful performance bond. (1236 Caroline
Street - Bertram U. Bradford)
Councilman Hurwitz moved acceptance of the improvements and release of the performance bond. The
motion was seconded by Councilman Sherratt and carried unanimously on voice vote.
23.' From the City Manager transmitting action of the Library Board with regard to their interest
in the Post Office Building.
Councilman Sherratt moved acceptance of the report. The motion was seconded by Councilman Uiooent
and carried unanimously on voice vote.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS:
24. Consideration of appointment to Civil Service Board.
President Corfm stated this vacancy was due to the resignation of Mr. Charles Myers, He placed
the name of Mr. Joe Dias in nomination for the appointment.
Councilman Hurwitz stated he would like to suggest Mrs. Kate Quick be considered. Councilman
Sherratt requested clarification on the procedure to be followed,
Councilman Dioment seconded the nominatimof Mr. Dias, which failed to carry on the following roll
call vote. Ayes: President Corica, (1). Noes: Councilman Hurwitz, (1). Abstaining: Councilmen
Beckam, Diarent and Sherratt, (3). Absent: None.
President Corica announced the matter would be reconsidered at the next meeting,
25. Consideration of appointment to the Alameda Housing Authority.
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26. Consideration of appointment to the PensinnBoard.
President Corica stated this vacancy was to be filled by a representative from the Police Depart-
ment which had held an election, and selected retired Sgt. George Rasmussen. The President then
nominated Sgt. George F. Rasmussen for the vacancy.
The nomination was seconded by Councilman Sherratt and carried on the following roll call vote.
Ayes: Five, Noes: None. Absent: None.
There being no objection, the meeting proceeded to "Resolutions".
RESOLUTIONS,:
27. The following resolution was introduced by Councilman Berknm, who moved its adoption:
"Resolution No. 8471
Appointing Member of the Pension Board." (George F. Rasmussen)
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 meeting returned to the regular order of business.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS:
28. Consideration of request by Councilman Hurwitz, brought up under ''New Business" at regular
meeting held January 20. 1976, concerning costs incurred for private use of city vehicles by
employees.
Following discussion, the City Manager was requested to prepare a report.
29. President Corica mentioned complaints he had received about trucks hauling sand from Bay Farm
Island across Alameda streets.
Councilman Beckam stated he had called the City Manager earlier in the day on the matter and the
situation was being checked out.
30. President Corica inquired about the status of traffic signal installation at Otis Drive and
Willow Street.
The City Engineer reported the Bureau of Electricity was installing the underground conduit and
wires and were awaiting delivery of materials. He stated the lights should be functioning within
two months.
31. Councilman Diament commented on the lane markings at the intersection of Otis Drive and Park
Street.
Councilman Beckam suggested the new transportation engineer study the problem.
NEW BUSINESS:
32. Councilman Beckam reported the Patton project had been placed in the number one position
on the Federal Aid Urban system list of projects and had a good chance of being funded. He requested
the City Engineer to supply the Council with a description and drawings of the project at the next
meting.
33. President Corica stated he had received complaints from residents of High Street, in the vicinity
of Washington Street, about speeding and congestion. He requested more police ontrol hy the radar
unit to curb speeding in the area.
34. City Attorney Stroud reported on the status of the studies being done by Wyle Laboratories for
the Noise Element. He requested either authorization to proceed, or the matter be placed on the
agenda for the next meeting.
Councilman Diament moved the City Attorney he authorized to proceed. The motion was seconded by
Councilman Beckam and carried unanimously on voice vote.
X five-minute recess was called. Upon reconvening, the meeting continued with the regular order
of business.
NEW BUSINESS:
35. The following resolution was introduced by Councilman Beckam, who moved its adoption:
"Resolution No, 8472
Designating Historical Monuments 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,
3E. The following resolution was introduced by Councilman Hurwitz, who moved its adoption:
'Resolution Nn, 8473
Rejecting Claim of Daniel Nichols 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,
37. The following resolution was introduced by Councilman Beckam, who moved its adoption:
"Resolution No. 8474
Authorizing Execution of Agreement with Providence Veterinary Hospital
for Emergency Treatment of Injured or Sick Animals Whose Owners are
Unknown (Normal Working Hours)."
The motion to adopt said resolution was seconded by Councilman Hurwitz and carried on the following
roll call vote. Ayes: Five. Noes: None, Absent: None.
38. The following resolution was introduced by Councilman Beckam, who moved its adoption;
"Resolution No. 8475
Authorizing Execution of Agreement with Providence Veterinary Hospital
for Emergency Treatment of Injured or Sick Animals Whose Owners are
Unknown (After Normal Working Hours, Weekends and Holidays)."
The motion to adopt said resolution was seconded by Councilman Hurwitz and carried on the following
roll call vote. Ayes: Five. Noes: None. Absent: None.
Councilman Sherratt requested staff tc investigate expanding the contracts to include care for
animals other than dogs and cats.
Councilman Beckam distributed a graph showing the total number of dogs handled at the Pound as
opposed to the number picked up on patro(, and requested a report on the efficiency of the Pound
operation.
Mr. Charles Tillman, 2415 Roosevelt Drive, stated he had checked with the Treasurer's Office for
dog license revenues and found this year's total to be lower than last year.
39. The following resolution was introduced by Councilman Hurwitz, who moved its adoption:
"Resolution No. 8476
Authorizing Mayor to Execute Agreement with County of Alameda for Relocation
Assistance for Acquisition of Property for Police Headquarters."
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.
40. The following resolution was introduced by Councilman Beckam, who moved its adoption:
"Resolution Mn. 8477
Adopting State Relocation Assistance Handbook as Policy for Relocation
Assistance Programs of City and Authorizing Changes and Payments up to
$5,000 Without Further Council Action.'
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.
41. The following resolution was introduced by Councilman Beckam, who moved its adoption:
"Resolution No. 8478
Finding and Determining that the Public Interest and NeccnsiV Require
the Acquisition of Certain Property for the Construction of a Public
Inprovempnt, Namely, Construction of a Parking Lot for Public and
Employee Parkino Near City Hall and the Proposed Police Headquarters, in
the City of Alameda, County of Alameda. Stmt of California, and Finding
and Determining that the Taking in Fee Simple is Necessary (22I6 Lincoln Avenue)."
The motion to adopt said resolution was seconded by Councilman Hurwitz and carried on the following
roll call vote. Ayes: Five. Noes: None, Absent: None.
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the Acquisition of Ceriain Property for the Construction of a Public
Improvement, Namely, the Construction of a Police Headquarters, in the
City of Alameda, County of Alameda, State of California, and Finding
and oetonning that the Taking in Fee simple is Necessary (2250 Lincoln Avenue.)"
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.
43. The following resolution was introduced by Councilman Hurwitz. who moved its adoption:
"Resolution No. 848C
Designating Certain Lands in the City of Alameda as 'Buena Vista Pork',"
The motion was seconded by Councilman Diament.
After further discussion about the name of the park, President Corica read a letter received from
Mrs. Dorothy Allen in which she commended the completion of the park and stated the children in
the neighborhood referred to it simply as "The Park'.
Mr. Charles Tillman suggested the following four categories of names be considered when choosing
a park name: a living person, a deceased person, a geographic area, or a person who had contributed
on a monetary basis.
On a call for the qucstivn, the resolution was adopted by the following vote. Ayes: Three.
Noes: Councilmen Beckam and Sherratt, (2). Absent: None.
The President declared the foregoing resolutions adopted:
PASSAGE OF ORDINANCES:
44. "Ordinance No. 1785.
New Series
Adopting by Reference the Uniform Swimming Pool Code, 1973 Edition,
Copyright 1973 by International Association of Plumbing and Mechanical
Officials, with Amendments, Additions and Deletions Thereto as the
Primary Code; Providing for the Protection of the Public Health,
Welfare and Safety by Prescribing Minimum Standards for the Design,
Construction or Installation, Repair or Alterations of Swimming Pools,
Public or Private, and Equipment Related Thereto; Requiring a Permit
and Inspection Therefor; Providing for the Administration and
Enforcement of the Standards Set Furth Herein: Providing for the
Qualifications and Registration of Persons Engaged in the Business of
Swimming Pool installation or Alterations or Equipment Related Thereto;
and Prescribing Penalties for Violations Thereof."
Councilman Beckam moved the ordinance be passed as submitted. The motion was seconded by Council-
man Sherratt and carried on the following roll call vote. Ayes: Five. Noes: None. Absent: None.
45. "Ordinance Nn. 1786.
New Series
Amending the Alameda Municipal Code by Amending Section 7-118 of Article 1,
Chapter 1, Title VII Thereof, Relating to Fees for a Public Motor Vehicle
Driver's Permit.^
Councilman Beckam moved the ordinance be passed as xubmittex. The motion was seconded by Council-
man Sherratt and carried on the following roll call vote. Ayes: Five. Noes: None. Absent: None.
46. "Ordinance No. 1787,
New Series
Amending the Alameda Municipal Code by Amending Section 3'1313 of
Article I. Chapter 13, Title III Thereof, Relating to a Tax Upon
Construction of Residential Dwelling Units."
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.
47. "Ordinance No. 1788,
New Series
Amending the Alameda Municipal Code by Amending Sections 5'151 and
5-152 of Article 5, Chapter 1, Title V Thereof, Relating to Permits
for Cement and Concrete Work,"
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Councilman Beckam moved the ordinance be passed as submitted. The motion was seconded by Councilman
u1ament and carried on the following roll call vote. Ayes: Five. Noes: None. Absent: None.
48. "Ordinance No. 1789,
New Series
Amending the Alameda Municipal Code by Amending Section 5-162 of Article 6,
Chapter 1, Title V Thereof, Relating to Fees and Deposits for Street Use
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.
49. "Ordinance No. 1790,
me*5eries
Amending the Alameda Municipal Code by Amending Section 10-146, by
Amending Subsection (j) and Repealing Subsections (k) and (1) of Section
10-149. and by Amending Section 10-I55 Thereof, Relating to Fees for
House Mover's Permits and Relocation of Building Permits."
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.
50. "Ordinance No, 178I,
New Series
Amending the Alameda Municipal Code by Amending Section 12-373 of Article
7, Chapter 3, Title XII Thereof, Relating to Carnivals, Circuses and Fairs
Application Fen.'
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.
BILLS:
51. An itemized List of Claims against the City of Alameda and the Departments thereof, in the total
amount of $I35,268.41' was presented to the Council at this meeting.
The List was accompanied by certification from the City Manager that the claims shown were correct.
Councilman Beckam moved the bills as itemized in the List of Claims filed with the City Clerk on
February 3, I976, and presented to the City Council at this meeting, be allowed and paid. The motion
was seconded by Councilman Hurwitz and on voice vote carried unanimously.
ORAL COMMUNICATIONS, GENERAL:
52. Mrs. Ella Baitinger, 2417 San Jose Avenue, reviewed her communication recommending the adoption
of a slogan for the Bicentennial Year. She read a brochure which had been distributed to the Council
and noted other cities had adopted, ''Look for the good and praise it," as their slogan.
Mrs. Willeta O'Dell, a member of the Bicentennial Committee, was in the audience and announced the
next meeting would be at 4:00 o'clock p.m., February 12, 1976, at the Chamber of Commerce, and stated
they would be happy to consider Mrs. Baitinger's sunrstinn.
53. Mr. Charles Tillman reminded the Council he had served on the Ad Hoc Finance Committee and
still had not received a thank you note. He stated the Committee had made several recommendations
and expressed his disappointment in the Mayor's actions on the recommendations. He expressed his
desire that the Council give consideration to the recommendations of committees appointed for special
purposes,
President Corica expressed the appreciation of the Council tu all the people serving on special
committees. He stated it was the Council's responsibility to review the recommendations and make
that decision which was in the best interests of the majority of the citizens of Alameda.
FILING:
54. Financial Report - City of Alameda, as at December 31, 1975.
55. Agreement - Between City and County for Relocation Assistance for Acquisition of Property
for Police Headquarters.
56. State Relocation Assistance Hundhook,
57. Agreement - Between City and Providence Veterinary Hospital for Emergency Treatment of Injured
or Sick Animals Whose Owners are Unknown (Normal Working Pours).
58. Agreement Between City and Providence Veterinary Hospital for Emergency Treatment of Injured
or Sick Animals whose Owners are Unknown (After Normal Working Hours, Weekends
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60. Councilman Sherratt moved the Council retire to executive session to discuss litigation.
The motion was seconded by Councilman Beckam and carried unanimously on voice vote.
61. After a five-minute recess, the Council reconvened in the Conference Room for its deliberations.
At the conclusion of discussion, it was determined no action would be taken at this time.
62. There being no further business to come before this meeting, the Council adjourned in respect
to the memory of Mr. WILLIAM HOLLIDAY and Mr. WILLIAM RODE, employees of the Street Department,
to assemble in regular session on Tuesday, February 17, 1976, at 7:30 o'clock p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Deputy City Clerk