1976-10-26 Regular CC MinutesADJOURNED REGULAR MEETING OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ALAMEDA
HELD TUESDAY - - OCTOBER 26, 1976
The meeting convened at 7:30 o'clock p.m. with President Corica presiding. The Pledge of
Allegiance was led by Councilman Diament and was followed by an Invocation delivered by the Right
Reverend Msgr. Alvin P. Wagner, Pastor, St. Joseph's CAtholic Church.
ROLL CALL:
The roll was called and Councilmen Beckam, Diament, Hurwitz, Sherratt and President Corica,
(5), were noted present. Absent: None.
1. President Corica presented a certificate of appreciation to Mr. Ken Kofman, former Commissioner
of the Housing Authority, who had serve 61/2 years in that post.
RESOLUTONS:
2. The following resolution was introduced by Councilman Sherratt, who moved its adoption:
"Resolution No. 8606
In Commendation of Monsignor Patrick J. O'Brien for His Contributions
to the Community."
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.
President Corica read the resolution and presented a framed copy to Msgr. O'Brien.
Ms. Maerose Evans, 3280 Thompson Avenue, representing a parents group in the church- expressed
their appreciation for theaiard.
3. The following resolution was introduced by Councilman Sherratt who moved its adoption:
"Resolution No. 8607
Resolution of the Council of the City of Alameda in Recognition and
Commendation of Jim Barry."
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.
President Corica read the resolution and presented a framed copy to Mr. Barry.
The meeting returned to the regular order of business.
MINUTES:
4. The minutes of the special meeting held September 28, and the regular meeting held October 5,
1976, were approved as submitted.
WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS:
5. From Alameda Environmental Association, signed by Gerald L. Loomis, Chairperson, requesting
Council support of 66th Avenue crossing of San Leandro Bay.
President Corica noted the Council had gone on record as supporting a crossing of San Leandro Bay
and two resolutions to pursue planning would be considered later in this meeting.
The communication was accepted.
Mr. Charles Tillman, 2415 Roosevelt Drive, requested a copy of the Combined Land Use, Circulation
and Open Space Element of the General Plan. The City Manager advised the element was in the process
of being prepared and would be available to the public when it had been printed.
6. From the Board of Education, signed by the Secretary, concerning City acquisition of a 3,000
square foot parcel of land at the southwesterly corner of Encinal High School.
President Corica commented the request was premature as planning had not been completed and it was
undetermined at this time how much, if any, land would be necessary. The communication was
accepted.
7. From Ms. Dorothy Frantz, 1327 Sherman Street, commending Council action to alleviate
vehicular noise pollution.
In response to questions about enforcing the recently adopted Noise Element, the City Manager
replied the Police Department was working on developing a program of monitoring and enforcing
provisions of the element.
8. From George Kalmar & Son, General Contractors, requesting to withdraw proposal for Driving
Range Building for Alameda Municipal Golf Course because of error in computation, and return of
bid bond.
This communication was ordered held over to the regular meeting of November 2.
9. From Alameda-Vote '76, signed by Mrs. Ruth M. Drossel, National Chair, requesting permission
to address the Council as a representative of the City's final Bicentennial program.
Mrs. Drossel reported a total of 267 participating cities. She presented to the Mayor an official
Certificate of Participation, an official list of challengers and a copy of a recent edition of
"Bicentennial Times" which carried a story of the Votingest City competition. She stated their
program had been a catalyst for others, and at least three other states had begun their own
competitions.
President Corica thanked Mrs. Drossel for her presentation and hard work in making the program
successful. It was the consensus of the Council that a resolution of commendation be prepared for
the meeting of November 16.
10. From Gallagher and Lindsey, Realtors, signed by Mr. Don Lindsey, requesting properties
located at 1029 and 1033 Regent Street be waived from provisions of the Subdivision Map Act.
The City Attorney explained the provisions of the Subdivision Map Act had been changed to allow
waiving requirements for two contiguous, fully developed properties. As the City's ordinance
did not yet reflect this provision, it was necessary for the Council to consider the requests.
Councilman Sherratt moved the requirements be waived for these two properties. The motion was
seconded by Councilman Beckam and carried unanimously on voice vote.
11. From Jones-Tillson & Associates, requesting a one-year extension of the Tentative Map for
Tract No. 3598 to December 18, 1977.
The request was referred to staff for report.
HEARINGS:
12. In the Matter of a petition filed by Mariner Land Company to rezone certain property located
at the northwest corner of Tinker Avenue and Mariner Square Loop, from the "M-2-G" General
Industrial, Government Owned or Controlled District, to the "M-2-PD", General Industrial, Planned
Development District.
The clerk reported the Affidavit of Public ation of the required Notice of Hearing was on file.
On request, Planning Director Patterson explained this request was to drop the "G" Government
classification and to rezone to "M-2-PD"; the Environemental Assessment Committee had stated
this project was not exempt and recommended an initial study; the Planning Board had felt the
change was appropriate and recommended approval. He stated staff concurred with the Board's
recommendation and noted the PD classification would require the development to go through the
Design Review Board and Planning Board process.
The hearing was declared opened.
On the call for proponents, Ms. Nancy Long, representing property owner John Beery, expressed
support of the recommendation.
On the call for opponents, there was no response. The hearing was declared closed.
There being no objection, the meeting proceeded to "Introduction of Ordinances".
INTRODUCTION OF ORDINANCES:
13. Councilman Hurwitz 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, N.S." (R-76-15)
The motion was seconded by Councilman Beckam and carried on the following roll call vote. Ayes:
Five. Noes: None. Absent: None.
The meeting returned to the regular order of business.
REPORTS AND RECOMMENDATIONS:
14. From the Planning Board making recommendation on amendments to Article 10 of Chapter 1,
Title XI of the Alameda Municipal Code relating to appeal of decisions made by the City Planning
Board and Design Review Board.
The required public hearing was scheduled for November 16, 1976.
15. From the Golf Commission, signed by the Chairman, requesting Council approve reconstruction
of the Golf Course as the first phase of the total project.
President Corica noted this request was made because of the proposed City Line Road project, which
would require some modification to the Golf Course.
Councilman Hurwitz moved the report be accepted. The motion was seconded by Councilman Diament
and carried unanimously on voice vote.
16. From the Design Review Board, signed by the Chairman, concerning A.C. Transit shelter
locations.
On request, City Manager Goss explained the original License Agreement with A.C. Transit,
signed July 16, 1976, allowed Alameda seven locations for shelters. He stated the Design Review
Board, after working with the Mayor's Committee for Handicapped Persons, had amended their
original recommendation.
Councilman Beckam moved the License Agreement with A.C. Transit be amended to include shelters
at the northwest corner of Lincoln & Webster, on Lincoln; and at Park and Otis; and the
amended agreement be on the agenda of the meeting to be held November 2, 1976.
17. From the City Manager regarding the Social Element of the General Plan,
The City Manager elaborated on his written report and commented he had spoken with the League of
California Cities representatives who reported that most cities were proceeding very slowly and
carefully because of the diffidulty in developing a viable plan. On question about the part-
time assistance ACTEB-ACAP would be providing, Assistant City Manager Creagh responded this
person would be available only one day a week and would be involved in providing a day-to-day
kind of assistance rather than developing a planning project of this scope.
After further discussion, it was the consensus of Council that staff pursue identifying funding
sources.
18. From the City Manager regarding time extension to complete improvements for the Final Map
of Tract No. 3598 (15 Model Homes - Harbor Bay Isle).
CouncfMan Beckam moved approval of an extension of time to complete site improvements to October 1,
1977. The motion was seconded by Councilman Sherratt and carried unanimously on voice vote.
19. From the City Manager regarding creation of an Emergency Services Coordinator.
Assistant City Manager Creagh explained the request was to amend the existing Civil Defense Plan
to allow appointment of the Chief of Police as the Emergency Services Coordinator.
Councilman Beckam moved approval of the recommendation and the resolution be considered out of
order. The motion was seconded by Councilman Sherratt and carried unanimously on voice vote.
There being no objection, the meeting proceeded to "Resolutions".
RESOLUTIONS:
20. Councilman Beckam introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption:
"Resolution No. 8608
Amending Resolution No. 7679 and the Alameda Civil Defense Operations
Plan by Establishing the Position of Emergency Services Coordinator
and Designating the Chief of Police to Serve in that Capacity."
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.
REPORTS AND RECOMMENDATIONS:
21. From the Administrative Assistant concerning request for a proposed Town Meeting '76.
Mrs. Linda Pritchard, 3263 San Jose Avenue, a member of the Social Service Board, questioned if
this program had anything to do with the Town Hall sponsored by the Social Service Board. Council-
man Diament replied they were not the same thing and asked the Administrative Assistant to explain
the program.
Mr. Rob Wonder explained the meeting was sponsored by the Institute of Cultural Affairs and the
College of Alameda; would be a one-day forum held in February, 1977 to discuss cities and the
nation; and it was anticipated final results would be published in a national report.
Councilman Sherratt moved acceptance of the report and endorsement of Town Meeting '76. The
motion was seconded by Councilman Diament and carried unanimously on voice vote.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS:
22. Continued from the regular meeting of October 5, 1976, consideration of proposal of Mr. L.A.
Patton concerning the possible purchase of the Main Building of Alameda High School.
Councilmen Hurwitz and Sherratt noted the requested staff report was unavailble as yet, and that
Councilmembers had received Mr. Patton's written materials.
After lengthy discussion, staff was directed to prepare a report on feasible uses, costs and
possible bookings.
23. Continued from the meeting of October 5, 1976, consideration of appointments to Boards and
Commissions.
President Corica stated that, in accordance with State law, he would nominate the member of the
Housing Authority and the Council would either confirm or deny.
With respect to nominations for the Recreation and Golf Commission, which were not Charter boards,
Councilman Hurwitz suggested each Councilmember list nominees in order of preference, the lists
be tallied by the City Clerk, and those persons receiving the highest priority be nominated.
After considerable discussion, Councilman Sherratt moved the appointments to the Recreation
Commission and Golf Commission be made as suggested by Councilman Hurwitz, In response to a question,
City Attorney Stroud replied the method suggested would satisfy the requirements of state law. The
motion carried by consensus.
Councilmembers submitted their preferences for appointment to the Recreation Commission to the Deputy
City Clerk, who reported the tally indicated Mr. Arthur Roke and Mr. Howard Brownson had received
the highest priority listing by a majority of Councilmembers.
Councilman Hurwitz nominated Mr. Arthur Roke to the Recreation Commission. The nomination was
seconded by Councilman Diament, and carried unanimously on voice vote.
Councilman Beckam nominated Mr. Howard Brownson to the Recreation Commission. The nomination was
seconded by Councilman Diament and carried unanimously on voice vote.
Councilmembers submitted their preferences for appointment to the Golf Commission to the Deputy
City Clerk, who reported the tally indicated Mr. Lloyd Albright and Mr. Edward Gingrich had
received the highest priority listing by a majority of the Council.
Councilman Hurwitz nominated Mr. Lloyd Albright to the Golf Commission. The nomination was seconded
by Councilman Beckam and carried unanimously on voice vote.
Councilman Diament nominated Mr. Edward Gingrich to the Golf Commission. The nomination was seconded
by Councilman Sherratt and carried unanimously on voice vote.
President Corica nominated Mr. Gary L. Gates to the Housing Authority. The nomination was seconded
by Councilman Diament and carried on the following roll call vote. Ayes: Three. Noes: Councilman
Hurwitz and Sherratt, (2). Absent: None.
The City Attorney was requested to prepare appropriate resolutions for consideration at the meeting
to be held November 2, 1976.
24. Councilman Hurwitz reminded staff he had requested commendation resolutions for certain City
employees.
25. Councilman Hurwitz questioned the status of Council's direction that the entrance to Mariner
Square be cleaned up. The Assistant City Engineer replied Mr. Hanna had been working with the
National Guard, had obtained union clearance, and the Guard would perform the work on a volunteer
basis in the very near future.
NEW BUSINESS:
26. Councilman Diament commented the Committee for Handicapped Persons had been working to amend
Alameda's ordinances to allow parking spaces for the handicapped.
The Assistant City Engineer advised he was working on developing an appropriate ordinance.
27. Councilman Diament asked about using a consent calendar. After discussion, and noting the
governing ordinance would have to be amended, the City Manager was directed to indicate on the next
agenda, as an experiment, those items which could be listed on a consent calendar.
RESOLUTIONS:
28. The following resolution was introduced by Councilman Sherratt, who moved its adoption:
"Resolution No. 8609
Authorizing Execution of Release of Alaska Packers Association, Inc. from
Their Lease with the City."
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.
29. The following resolution was introduced by Councilman Hurwitz, who moved its adoption
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"Resolution No. 8610
Requesting Cancellation of County Taxes on Real Property Owned by
the City of Alameda and Used for Municipal Purposes (Easterly End of
San Jose Avenue)."
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.
30' The following resolution was introduced by Councilman Diament, who moved its adoption:
"Resolution No. 86I1
Rejecting Claim of Carl Joseph Kelley Against City."
The motion to adopt said resolution was seconded by Councilman Beckam and carried on the following
roll call YOte, Ayes: Five. Noes: None. Absent: None,
31. The following resolution was introduced by Councilman Beckam, who moved its adoption:
"Resolution No. 8612
Approving Claim for Relocation Payment and Authorizing Payment."
(Chris Ward - 1539 Oak Street)
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.
Councilman Beckam requested a letter of commendation be written to the Supervisor of Ralph Samuel,
Relocation Officer for Alameda County, who had provided much valuable assistance.
32. The following resolution was introduced by Councilman Hurwitz, who moved its adoption:
"Resolution No. 86I3
Approving Claim for Relocation Payment and Authorizing Payment."
(Albert E. Lake - 2202 Lincoln Avenue)
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.
33. The following resolution was introduced by Councilman Beckam, who moved its adoption:
"Resolution No. 86I4
Adopting Specifications, Special Provisions and Plans for Construction of
a Parking Lot at 2216 Lincoln Avenue, Calling for Bids and Directing
City Clerk to Advertise Same."
The motion to adopt said resolution was seconded by Councilman Sherratt and carried on the following
roll call VOte, Ayes: Five. Noes: None. Absent: NODe,
34. The following resolution was introduced by Councilman Diament, who moved its adoption:
"Resolution No. 8615
Amending Salary and Position Resolution No. 8552 by Creating One (1)
Position of Departmental Secretary and Deleting One (1) Position of
Principal Clerk, Department of Public Works, in the Engineering Department."
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.
35, The following resolution was introduced by Councilman Beckam, who moved its adoption:
"Resolution No. 8616
Requesting Deletion of Portion of Route 61 as Recommended by the
Alameda County Transportation Advisory Committee."
Councilman Beckam stated this and the following resolution had been prepared at his request.
Councilman Sherratt questioned the effect of the wording "no action be taken until" on consideration
Of the Land Use, Circulation and Open Space Element. City Attorney Stroud replied this resolution
was directed at a County agency and would not affect consideration of General Plan amendments.
Councilman Beckam suggested the resolution be amended to read "no substantive action be taken on
the Route 61 project until such time as joint planning has provided feasible alternatives....«
Councilman Sherratt seconded the motion to adopt the resolution, as amended. The motion carried
OD the following roll call vote. Ayes: Five. Noes: None. Absent: None,
Councilman Hurwitz requested another resolution be prepared to request state legislation permitting
a crossing of San Leandro Bay.
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36. the following resolution was introduced by Councilman Beckam, who moved its adoption:
"Resolution No. 8617
Requesting State Highway Commission to Postpone Action on Route 61
Until Specifically Requested to Proceed by the City of Alameda."
Councilman Sherratt seconded the motion to adopt the resolution, amended to read, "no substantive
action be taken on the Route 61 project until such time as joint planning has provided feasible
alternatives...." Councilman Beckam concurred with the amendment.
The motion to adopt said resolution 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. 1831,
New Series
An Ordinance Reclassifying and Rezoning Certain Property Within the City
of Alameda by Amending Zoning Ordinance No. 1277, N.S." (Harbor Bay Isle
Associates - R-76-5)
Councilman Hurwitz 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.
BILLS:
38. An itemized List of Claims against the City of Alameda and the Department thereof in the total
amount of $121,469.05, 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
October 19, 1976 and presented to the City Council at this meeting be allowed and paid. The motion
was seconded by Councilman Hurwitz and carried unanimously on roll call vote.
ORAL COMMUNICATIONS, GENERAL:
39. Mr. William Hester, 3935 Burkhalter Avenue, Oakland, stated he represented three interested
groups who had asked that he relay the following concerns. (1) Request the City to work with the
East Bay Regional Park District to alleviate odor problems along Shoreline Drive; (2) the outhouse
along the beach be either removed or reconstructed; (3) the restrooms at Crown Beach be modified
to allow access by those in wheelchairs.
President Corica responded these items were being considered by the City.
FILING:
40. Report of Alameda Free Library for fiscal year ending June 30, 1976.
41. Financial and Operating Records for months ending August 31, and September 30, 1976 - Bureau
of Electricity.
42. Release of Alaska Packers Association, Inc. for Their Lease with City.
43. Specifications No. PW 10-76-12 - Construction of Parking Lot at 2216 Lincoln Avenue.
ADJOURNMENT:
44. There being no further business to come before this meeting, the Council adjourned at 10:05
p.m. to assemble in regular session on Tuesday, November 2, 1976- at 7:30 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Deputy City Clerk