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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 2 6 "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. OCY7 Z..4 4...i 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