1975-04-15 Regular CC MinutesREGULAR MEETING OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ALAMEDA
HELD TUESDAY - - - - - - - - - - - - - APRIL 15, 1975
The meeting convened at 7:30 o'clock p'0. with President La Croix presiding. The Pledge of
Allegiance was led by Councilman M[Cal] and was followed by an Irvocation delivered by the Reverend
Raymond Currie, Pastor of the First Presbyterian Church.
ROLL CALL:
The roll was called and Councilmen Beckam, Corica, Hurwitz, McCall and President La Croix,
Jr., /5\, were noted present. Absent: None.
MINUTES:
1. The minutes of the regular meeting held April 1, 1975, were approved as Submitted,
2. At this time, President La Croix noted this would be his and Councilman M[Call/S last appearance
as members of the Council.
Councilman McCall introduced his wife, Georgia, and thanked her and the members of his family for
their support during his twenty-two years of public serVicS. He said it had been a pleasure and
a privilege to represent the citizens of the community during this time and commended the other
members of the Council for their dedication to the betterment of the City. Councilman McCall
pledged his support in making Alameda a better place and offered his services in any capacity.
President La Croix acknowledged the wonderful support of his wife, Pat, and introduced her, his
daughters, and his father, He said it had been a period of pride with him to have been allowed to
serve the community for almost twenty years. He expressed his appreciation for the cooperation
given by members of the City staff and offered his assistance in the future,
Councilman Hurwitz stated it had been an honor and privilege to work with President La Croix and
Councilman McCall during the past two years and wished them well
Councilman Corica, speaking on behalf cf the City of Alameda, expressed sincere best wishes and
thanks for the devotion President La Croix and Councilman McCall had given to the City.
Councilman Beckam complimented President La Croix and Councilman McCall for their efforts on behalf
Of the City and stated he had been honored to have been associated with them on the Council.
Councilman Corica presented to President La Croix and Councilman McCall inscribed bronze medallions
bearing the official seal of the City of Alameda, in appreciation of their faithful and dedicated
service.
ORGANIZATION OF THE COUNCIL:
3. The City Clerk, on request, administered the Oath of Office to Councilman-elect Richard H.
Sherratt and Mayor-elect C. J. Corica,
A ten-minute recess was called, after which time the meeting reconvened with President Corica
presiding and Councilman Sherratt taking his seat on the Council.
ROLL CALL:
4. The roll was then called and Councilmen Beckam, Hurwitz, Sherratt and President Corica, (4),
were noted present, as the newly-organized Council. Absent: None.
5. President Corica announced it had been the decision of the Council not to select a Vice
President of the Council at this meeting and, at such time as the vacant seat on the Council had
been filled, nominations for that office would be made.
h. Councilman Sherratt introduced his mother, Mrs. Sherratt; his brother and sister-inla*. Don
and Margie Sherratt; his wife, Christi, and his son and daughter, Katie and Joey. He thanked his
supporters in the recent election and stated he would be available at all times to all citizens
wishing to contact him. He expressed his admiration for the former Councilman McCall and his pride
in being elected to replace him on the Council.
President Corica introduced his wife, Stelln, and his son and daughter, Anthony and Rosemary; his
mother and father-in-law, Mr. and Mrs. 5/mnaru3ti; his cousin, Tony and his wife, Alice; his sister,
Terry Veasy, and her husband, Jack, and their two sons, Gary and Greg; and his mother and father,
Mr. and Mrs. Tony COriCa, He stated he would try to strengthen the lines of communication between
City government and the citizens and establish some in areas in which they were lacking. He said
his aim would be to insure a responsive Council and encourage the citizens to express their concerns
to it, either to individual members or as a whole.
WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS:
7, From the Ballena Bay Townhouse Association, signed by Mrs. Beverly Partridge, President, urging
approval of request by Pan-Pacific Development Company for an easement to permit construction of
a breakwater at the south end of Tideway Drive.
President Corica reviewed recent discussions with the School District, Wildlife Conservation
Board and the U. S. Navy regarding construction of a boat iaUnchiOg ramp and fishing pier behind
Encinal High SchOol,
Councilman Hurwitz questioned the effectiveness of the proposed pier in preventing wave action
damage to docks and boats at Ballena Bay. There followed considerable discussion of the agree-
ment between Pan-Pacific and BCDC, and solutions to their problems.
Attorney Dan Cummins, representing Davis, Craig and Bartalini, stated Pan-Pacific was ready and
able to do the work involved in the pier; in regard to the engineering problem, no definite
effective solution had been found. Mr. Cummins indicated there would be no cost to the City for
Construction of Pan-Pacific's pier.
After further discussion, the City Manager was directed to communicate with the Townhouse Associa-
tion to inform them of the status of the project.
8. From Mr. Joseph F. Durein, tendering resignation as Trustee of the Library Board.
President Corica reviewed Mr. Durein's 17 years of service on the Board and stated he was resigning
in order to accept appointment to the Public Utilities Board.
Councilman B'LCkum moved acceptance of the resignation. The motion was seconded by Councilman
Sherratt and carriedon the following roll call vote. Ayes: FDUr, Noes: N0nE, Absent: None.
9. From Dr. Elliott Kapchan, advising improvements in the seven-unit condominium subdivision
known as Tract No. 3545 have been completed and requesting a reduction in the cash bond. /2205
San Antonio Avenue)
Councilman Hurwitz moved approval of the request and the reduction in the cash bond. The motion
was seconded by Councilman Beckam and carried on the following roll call vote. Ayes: Four.
Noes: None. Absent: None.
HEARINGS:
10. In the Matter of a Petition to Rezone from "M-1-PD", Intermediate Industrial, Planned Develop-
ment District, to "R-5", General Apartment District, certain property located between Buena Vista
and Eagle Avenues, excluding the westerly 65' x 295' portion, filed by the Alameda Housing Authority.
The City Clerk indicated the Affidavit of Publication of the required Notice of Hearing was on
file and all interested parties had been notified that this would be the time and place for
hearing in the matter,
President Corica informed the audience this rezoning request had been approved by the Planning
Board and would provide a location for the senior citizen units and the house donated by Mr.
Lippert.
On the call for proponents or opponents, there was no reSpODS2. The president declared the Hearing
closed.
There being no objection, the meeting proceeded to "Introduction of Ordinances".
INTRODUCTION OF ORDINANCES:
11. Councilman Beckam introduced the following ordinance, after which it would be laid over under
provision of law and the Charter:
"Ordinance No.
New Series
An Ordinance Reclassifying and Rezoning Certain Property Within the
City of Alameda by Amending Zoning Ordinance No. 1277, New Series."
(From "M-]-PD", Intermediate Industrial, Planned Development District,
to "R-5", General Apartment District - Alameda Housing Authority)
The motion was seconded by Councilman Hurwitz and carried on theibllOwiDg roll call vote. Ayes:
Four. Noes: None. Absent: None.
The meeting returned to the regular order of business.
REPORTS AND RECOMMENDATIONS:
12' From the City Planning Board, signed by the Secretary, making recommendation on Parcel Map
No. 1274, a nrnpoaed division of property located at 1236 Caroline Street, filed by Larry R. Bryant
for Bertram O. Bradford.
Councilman Hurwitz moved acceptance of the report. Councilman Sherratt seconded the motion which
carried on the following roll call vote. Ayes: Four. Noes: NVne, Absent: None.
There being no objection, the meeting proceeded to "Resolutions".
RESOLUTIONS:
15. The following resolution was introduced by Councilman Beckam, who moved its adoption:
"Resolution No. 8333
Authorizing Execution of Agreement for Construction and Completion of
Improvements in Connection With Parcel Map No. 1274 and Approving Cash
Deposit as to Sufficiency in Lieu of Surety Performance Bord (A
Division of Property at 1236 Caroline Street - Bertram O. Bradford)."
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.
14. The following resolution was introduced by Councilman Beckam, who moved its adoption:
"Resolution No. 8334
Approving Parcel Map NO. 1274 for Division of Property at 1236 Caroline
Street, Alameda, California, and Permitting Recording Thereof (Bertram
O. Bradford)."
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,
The meeting returned to the regular order of business.
15. From the City Manager recommending approval of the Final Map for Tract No. 3622. (West Coast
Investors ]971) (955-965 Shorepoint [OUrt\
Councilman Beckam moved the report be accepted. Councilman Hurwitz seconded the motion which
carried on the following roll call vote, Ayes: Four. Noes: None. Absent: None.
There being no objection, the meeting proceeded to "Resolutions".
RESOLUTIONS:
15. The following resolution was introduced by Councilman Hurwitz, who moved its adoption:
"Resolution NO. 8355
Approving Final Map of Condominium Subdivision Known As Tract 3266
and Approving Deletion from City Engineer's Report of Washing
Machine Requirements."
The motion to adopt said resolution was seconded by Councilman Beckam and carried on the following
roll call vote, Ayes: Four. Noes: None. Absent: N0ne,
The meeting returned to the regular order of business.
REPORTS AND RECOMMENDATIONS:
17. From the Assistant City Manager transmitting report on selected pending State legislation.
Assistant City Manager Creagh briefly reviewed his report on the following bills: AB 263, which
would amend home sales deductions for taxpayers 65 years old or older; SB 462, which would add a
provision allowing deferred payment of property taxes for persons 65 years old or older, under
certain conditions; and AB 1098 which would require that the construction of the Southern Crossing
Bridge be approved by a majority of voters at an election to be held in the City and County of
San Francisco and Counties of Alameda, Contra Costa, Morin, San Mateo and Santa Clara. Mr. Creagh
pointed out there was some confusion, because of the way the bill was worded, as to whether con-
struction of Route 61, also known as the Shoreline Freeway, would also be prohibited pending a
favorable plebiscite. He stated he had been striving to obtain a definite interpretation of the
bill, but was unable to as yet. He express his concern that the bill, as written, would prohibit
maintenance and minor repair work on the existing Route 61.
Councilman Beckam moved that Legislative representatives be informed of the Council's support of
AB 263 and SB 462 and that action on AB 1098 be postponed pending further clarification. The
motion was seconded by Councilman Hurwitz and passed on the following roll call vote. Ayes: Four.
Noes: None. Absent: None.
President Corica mentioned AB 625, which would formulate a Regional Government agency combining the
functions of several agencies and controlling regional planning and development. He stated this
bill was to be considered by the East Bay Division of the League of California Cities at their next
meeting and requested a formal expression of the Council's feelings. Councilman Hurwitz moved a
resolution be adopted opposing AB 625. The motion was seconded by Councilman Beckam and carried
on the following roll call vote. Ayes: Four. Noes: None. Absent: None.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS:
18. Councilman Sherratt requested a status report on the South Shore beach odor and erosion con-
trol problems.
The City Manager replied the odor problem was being studied by Dr. Alexander Horne and a final report
and recommendation should be forthcoming soon. He stated maintenance was being continued. In regard
to the erosion control problem, Mr. Goss stated this solution was closely tied to the odor problem;
the solutions being considered were very expensive and staff was currently endeavoring to get the
Corps of Engineers to further analyze alternative solutions. He stated a major project by the
Corps of Engineers to solve the erosion problem would have to be authorized by Congress.
City Engineer Hanna explained the process involved in initiating a Corps of Engineers project.
NEW BUSINESS:
19, Councilman Beckam referred to a communication received from Mr. and MrS. Arthur Sherman,
1420 Fernside Boulevard, suggesting a Charter amendment relating to the manner of selecting a
Council member to fill an unexpired term.
The City Attorney was directed to research the matter and submit a report for consideration of
an amendment to be voted upon by the electorate at the next regular election.
20. Councilman Hurwitz noted the attractive appearance of the new Fernside Shopping Center and
commented on the surrounding area. He requested adjacent property owners, including the Southern
Pacific Company, be contacted soliciting their cooperation in a general cleanup of the area.
21. Councilman Beckam complained about a malfunctioning of the railroad crossing gates near
the Fernside Shopping Center.
The City Engineer was requested to investigate the complaint.
RESOLUTIONS:
22. "Resolution No.
Authorizing Execution of Architectural Services Agreement with
Italo A. Calpestri, III for Design of Starter Building and Golf
Cart Storage Building for the Alameda Municipal Golf Course."
City Manager Goss reported staff requested this resolution be held over to the next regular meeting.
Councilman Beckam moved consideration of this resolution be continued to the next regular Council
meeting to be held May 6, 1975. The motion was seconded by Councilman Sherratt and carried on
the following roll call V0te, Ayes: Four. Noes: None. Absent: None.
23. The following resolution was introduced by Councilman Beckam, who moved its adoption:
"Resolution No. 8337
Adopting Specifications, Special Provisions and Plans for Resurfacing
Of Boat Ramp Parking Lot, Calling for Bids and Directing City Clerk to
Advertise 3a08."
The motion to adopt said resolution was seconded by Councilman Hurwitz and carried on the following
roll call vote. Ayes: F0Ur, Noes: None. Absent: N0ne,
24. The following resolution was introduced by Councilman Hurwitz, who moved its adoption:
"Resolution No. 8338
Appointing Member of the Public Utilities Board." (Joseph Durein)
The motion to adopt said resolution was seconded by Councilman Beckam and carried on the following
roll call vote. Ayes: Four. Noes: None. Absent: None,
The President declared the foregoing Resolutions adopted.
BILLS:
25. An itemized List of Claims against the City of Alameda and the Departments thereof, in the
total amount of S203,098'50 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 Hurwitz moved the bills as itemized in the List of Claims filed with the City Clerk
on April 15, 1975, and presented to the City Council at this meeting, be allowed and paid. The
motion was seconded by Councilman Beckam and on roll call carried by the following vote. Ayes:
Four. Noes: None. Absent: None.
ORAL COMMUNICATIONS, GENERAL:
26. Mrs. Inez Kapellas, 1128 College Avenue, urged the members Of the Council to appoint a
woman to fill the vacant Council seat.
27. Master Ray Ortner, 1614 Moreland Drive, referred to his previous letter to the Council
requesting a signal be placed at Buena Vista Avenue and Broadway, or that a traffic guard be
placed there during commute hours and all day on Saturday and 5urday. His request was referred
to the City Engineer for reply.
FILING:
28. Agreement Between City and Bertram O. Bradford - Parcel Map No. 1274.
29. Councilman Beckam moved the Council retire to executive session to consider appointment to
the vacancy on the Council. The motion was seconded by Councilman Hurwitz and on roll call carried
unanimously.
At this time, members of the audience were invited to participate in the serving of cake and
beverages in honor of the outgoing President La Croix and Councilman McCall.
After a thirty-minute recess, the Council reconvened in the Conference Room of the City Hall for
its deliberations. At the conclusion of discussion, it was determined no action would be taken at
this meeting.
ADJOURNMENT:
30. There being no further business to come before the meeting, the Council adjourned to assemble
in regular session on Tuesday, May 6, 1975, at 7;30 o'clock p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
City Clerk