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1977-02-15 Regular CC MinutesH� REGULAR MUTING OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ALAMEDA HELD TUESDAY - - - - - - - - - - - FEBRUARY 15, 1977 The meeting convened at 7:30 o'clock p-0, with President Corica presiding. The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Councilman Diament and was followed by an Invocation delivered by Miss Linda Myro, Member of Bahati Faith. ROLL CALL: The roll was called and Councilmen Beckam, Diament, Hurwitz, Sherratt and PrEsid2Dt Corica, (5), were noted present. Absent: None, MINUTES: I. The minutes of the regular meetings held January 4, and January 18 and February 1, 1977, were approved as submitted. WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS: 2. From Marion Field and Helen Kellogg, owners of building located at 1227-I229 Park Street, complaining of operation of Blue Carpet Billiard Parlor, I226 Park Street. Following discussion, the matter was referred to the Police Department for review of staff was directed to request the cooperation of the operator of the Billiard Par]Or, 3. From Frances Rasmussen, I17 Central Avenue, recommending acquisition of Alameda Theater for use as a cultural center. The communication was referred to staff for consideration in the review currently being conducted. 4, From Bernice C. Raptis, 305 Ballboa Court, submitting petition signed by 26 residents along Broadway between Otis Drive and Shoreline Drive complaining of extended hours of parking of campers, bailers and recreation vehicles in area. On request, City Engineer Hanna stated his department was in the process of investigating the situation and would be making a report very soon. Mrs. Raptis elaborated on her letter and gave examples of violations to existing ordinaces and charged the Police Department had not been enforcing them. After further discussion, the Council directed the City Manager to instruct the Police Department to check the area for violations to the limited parking ordinances and directed the area be con- sidered for sight distance signing to be pnoridSd under a recently adopted ordinance. 5. From Alameda County Parks advisory commission signed by secretary, concerning allocation of 1976 Recreation Bond Act (Proposition 2) funds. President Corica reported the Alameda County Mayors Conference had unanimously voted to recommend distribution of the Proposition 2 funds on a I00% per capita basis rather than the 20% for regional parks/80% per capita distribution proposed by the Advisory Commission. It was noted the Council had, by its action at the December 21, 1976, meeting, also endorsed the 180% per capital distribu- tion, and the County Commission had been informed of that decision. Councilman Hurwitz requested the Council endorse the Alameda Victorian Preservation Society's proposed project to restore the Masonic Hall for community use. Mrs. Helen Freeman, 831 LuuBl, reported historical preservation was to be a pUrgse of these funds, but no amount has been designated for hisotircal projects. She urged the Council to designate a percentage of the City's allocation specifically for preservation projects. On request, Recreation Director Grant Maitland explained the Mayors Conference and cities had felt distribution should be made at the local leVel. He stated local historical groups applying to the Council must have certification from the local agency to guarantee the project. He said it was the feel of the Advisory Commission that these historical groups would havea better chance for funding at the local level rather than competing county-wide for fund5. After further discussion, the Council declined to endorse any specific project until the funding distribution had been determined and proposed projects considered by the Council. The City Manager was directed to advise the Advisory Commission of the Council/3 action taken on December 21, Mrs. Inez Kapellas, 1128 College Avenue, urged the Council to determine what portion of the City's funds would be allocated for preservation projects. Councilman Diament urged the Recreation Commission, in its review of proposals to give Sreut consideration to preservation projects. 6. From J.W. Payton, 2007 Clinton Avenue, regarding enforcement of and placement of signs concerning prohibition of left turns by motor vehicles at intersection of Santa Clara Avenue and Park Street. After discussion of the problems being 8xperiencGd, the matter was referred to the Traffic Advisory Committee for a review of alternative solutions, and consideration of possibly eliminating the left turn restriction. 7. From 16 residents requesting establishment of areas within the City where dogs may legally be taken to run. The request was referred to the Recreation Commission for consideration and report. Pamela Chevrier, 1730 Lincoln, originator of the petition, elaborated on the need for an exercise area sufficiently large enough to allow the dogs to run, and requested she be notified of the Recreation Commission meeting and recommendations. 8. From Calvin M. Jones concerning Tract No. 3645, Harbor Bay Isle, Village 2. Calvin Jones, Jones-Tills0n Engineers, stated they were proposing to submit the final maps in two or three phases; but before the final phases are completed, all requirements will be met. Councilman Hurwitz moved the procedure of filing final maps as described in the map entitled "Proposed First Final Subdivision Map for Tract 3645, Village 2,? be approved. The motion was seconded by Councilman Sherratt and carried unanimously on voice vote. HEARINGS: 9. In the Matter of Housing and Community Development Act application for I877-78. President Corica announced this was the sixth and final hearing on the 1977-78 HCDA application. Administrative Assistant Rob Wonder reported the projects listed in the final HCDA application for 1977-78 are substantially the same as those presented on January 18. He reviewed the criteria affecting preparation of the application. He reported the staff had attempted, utilizing other funding sources, to provide a number of the services requested during the public hearings held. For example, the proposed housing referral officer and the minibus transportation program for the handicapped and senior citizens is proposed to be accomplished Utilizing other funding sources, such as CETA Title VI, rather than HCDA. There being no objection, the meeting proceeded to "Reports and Recommendations". REPORTS AND RECOMMENDATIONS: 10. From the City Manager on CETA Titles II and VI. On request, the City Manager elaborated on his report and the interrelationship between HCDA and the new CETA VI funds, and cited the following examples. 1) the library outreach program for house- bound citizens. 2) the requested Housing Rehabilitation Specialist, funded under HCDA could be assisted by a Housing Aide (CETA) who would assist in the rehab program as well as develop infor- mation, answer questions and make referrals on housing generally, 3) the target area street tree planting program (HCDA) could be implemented using Laborer Trainee positions (CETA). 4) the HCDA project to eliminate architectural barriers would be supplemented by the mini-bus which would he equipped to transport the handicapped as well as senior citizens. Other components of the Title VI program included staff support for the Social Service Human Relations Board and community-based groups, establishing a Social Service Human Relations Board and community-based groups, establishing a position at the Bureau of Electricity to aid customers with conservation, clerical support for the Planning Department and one position at the ACTEB/ACAP Office, The meeting returned to the consideration of the HCDA application under "Hearings'. HEARINGS: The President declared the Hearing OpSD, Mrs, Martha Killebrew, Director of Alameda Red Cross, submitted a proposal for Emergency Housing which would be utilized by persons having no reseurces of their own and in urgent need of a pke to live until some arrangements could be made. She suggested funds be made available for this use. In response to a question from Councilman Hurwitz, she replied funds for renting hotel or motel rooms would be a possible SOlUti0D. After discussion, Councilman Sherratt suggested the Housing Specialist would be able to work on this type of problem also. The City Manager reported the Red Cross and oft-,Pr community groups could submit projects for consideration for funding through new CETA Title VI and regulations. Mr. A.H. Bonstine, 2832 Marina Drive, President of the Historical Society, suggested funds be made available to find some way to house the Historical Museum which is currently in cramped quarters in the basement of the library. Councilman Hurwitz noted the proposed restoraticn of the Masonic Hall proposed by the Alameda Victorian Society would provide space for the museum. President Corica stated that, if funds were not available under HCDA, the staff will be looking for some space for the museum. Mrs. Inez Kapellas commented on historical preservation project aspects of the proposal, questioned the status of the proposed skateboard facility and commented on recreational facilities in Alameda. On question from Councilman Sherratt, the City Manager noted the application could possibly be amended at the mid-point of the program year depending on the status of the projects undertaken. Recreation Director Mainland responded the skateboard facility was being investigated by staff and the Commission, and one of the possibilities was a commercial venture. He also cited some of the concerns being addressed, such as safety, insurance, supervision, etc. He was requested to contact the boys who had suggested the facility initially to keep them informed. Richard Roth, I417 Fifth Street, commented on the housing conservation program and objected to the requirement that an absentee landlord, in order to obtain a loan for rehabilitation, must make units available for Section 8 rentals. Hecharged this restriction would prevent many persons from applying for the loans. He stated he felt the program was a good start but should be expanded to include other areas of Alameda. On request, Michael Church stated the Section 8 requirement was mandatory as the proposal is written now, and the purpose was to prevent the rents being increased beyond the means of the tenant once the building had been improved. City Manager Goss commented the requirement could be modified to make the program more flexible, depending on the response to the program, and it was the consensus of the Council the program be modified to make it more flexible. John Doherty, 1340 Weber, expressed his disappointment the Housing Referral Officer would be funded by CETA rather than HCDA, and questioned where this person would be responsible for super- vision. He Urged the person be assigned solely to housing referrals, not rehabilitation, and be housed in the target area, but not in the Housing Authority offices. After further discussion, the City Manager commented the Housing Specialist and Aide would be working under supervision of the City Munoper/s office and the location of office space had not as yet been determined. Councilman Hurwitz suggested the job description be discussed with the persons submitting the application. Arthur Roke, speaking for the Alameda Family Service Agency, endorsed the concept of emeroenCy housing; however, spedkfng for his mother, expressed concerns about where emergency housing could be made available and expressed approval of usinn hotels or motels rather than residences. Speaking for himself, he commented on the need for some type of van which could transport people from convalescent homes to community functions. As a ReCrB1inn Commissioner, he expressed disapproval Of the lack of progress of the bicycle striping and signs program, The Hearing was declared closed, Discussion of funding a community center followed. Councilman Sherratt moved approval of the 1977-78 HCDA application as submitted by st0ff. The motion was seconded by Councilman Beckam and carried unanimously on voice vote. There being no objection, the meeting proceeded to "Reports and Recommendations". REPORTS AND RECOMMENDATIONS: Councilman Beckam moved acceptance and approval of the City Manager's report on CETA Titles II and VI and the two resolutions be considered out of order. The motion was seconded by Councilman Shenatt and carried unanimously on voice vote. There being no objection, the meeting proceeded to "Resolutions". RESOLUTIONS: 11. The following resolution was introduced by Councilman Beckam who moved its adoption: "Resolution No. 8673 Authorizing Execution of Contract with Alameda County Training and Employment Board." (Title VI) 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. 12. The following resolution was introduced by Councilman Beckam who moved its adoption: "Resolution No. 8674 Authorizing Execution of Contract with Alameda County Training and Employment Board." (Title II) The motion to adopt said resolution was seconded by Councilman Sherratt and carried on the following roll call vote. Ayes: FiYe, Noes: None. Absent: None. Councilman Beckam commended the City Manager and his staff for the excellent reports and preparation of the comprehensive prngrumo. A five-minute recess was colled. Upon reconvening, the meeting returned to the regular order of business. HEARINGS: 13. In the Matter of the Proposal to rezone a 2.4 acre site located easterly of Crown Memorial State Beach Park, bounded by Westline Drive, Eighth Street and Portola Avenue, from R-1, Single Family Residential District, to 0 Open Space District. On request, the Manning Director reported the Planning Board had recommended the rezoning be approved at their hearing held on January 3, 1977. On question from Councilman Sherratt, Mr. Patterson responded a building in an 0 zone would require an Environmental Impact evaluation and a Use P2rmit, He stated that, should a Use Permit be requested, the people in the immediate neighborhood, in addition to those persons appearing before the Planning Board on the rezoning proposal, would be notified. The President declared the Hearing open. On the call for proponents or opponents, there was no response. The hearing was declared closed. Councilman Beckam moved the report be accepted and the ordinance considered out of order. The motion was seconded by Councilman Hurwitz and carried unanimously on voice vote. There being no objection, the meeting proceeded to "Introduction of Ordinances". INTRODUCTION OF ORDINANCES: 14. 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 76-9) 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. HEARINGS: 15. In the Matter of the Proposal to rezone the upland portions of the Crown Memorial State Beach Park from R-4-G, Neighborhood Apartment, Government owned or controlled District, R-3-PD, Restricted Apartment, Planned Development District and R-1, Single Family Residential District, to 0-G, Open Space, Government owned or controlled, District. Mr. Patterson reported the Planning Board had held a hearing on January 17, 1977, and recommended approval of the proposed rezoning. The President declared the hearina open. On the call for proponents or opponents, there was no response. The hearing was declared closed. Councilman Sherratt moved the report be accepted and the ordinance be considered out of order. The motion was seconded by Councilman Beckam and carried unanimously on voice vote. There being no objection, the meeting proceeded to "Introduction of Ordinances". INTRODUCTION OF ORDINANCES: 16. Councilman OiDmeOt introduced the following ordinance, after which it would he laid over under provision of law and the Charter: "Ordinance No. New Series An Ordinance Reclassifying and Rezoning Certain Property Within the City of Aalmedu by Amending Zoning Ordinance No. 1277, N,S." (R 77-1) 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. HEARINGS: 17. In the Matter of the Proposal to rezone the Federal Center located so section of Central and McKay Avenues from R-G, General Apartment District, Professional, Government owned or controlled district. hs2St 8rly of the inter- o A-P-G, Administrative Mr. Patterson reported the Planning Board heard the rezoning proposal on January 17, 1977, and had recommended approval of the proposed rezoning. ��������� .- The President declared the hearing npeD. On the call for proponents or opponents, there was no response. The hearing was declared closed. Councilman Beckam moved the report be accepted and the ordinance be considered out of order. The motion was seconded by Councilman Dia0ent and carried unanimously on roll call vote. There being no objection, the meeting proceeded to "Introduction of Ordinances". INTRODUCTION OF ORDINANCES: 18. 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 Ordinance No. 1277, N.S." (R 77-2) The motion was Seconded by Councilman Hurwitz and carried on the following roll call vote. Ayes: Five. Noes: None. Absent: None. The meeting returned to the regular order Of business. HEARINGS: 19. In the Matter of the Proposal to amend the Alameda Municipal Code by Amending Sections I1-14B1I and II-14BI2 thereof relating to abatemert and removal of nonconforming signs. The Planning Director reported the Planning Board had approved the ordinance with a minor modifi- cation that "Zoning Administrator" be changed to "Planning Director of his designated representative" wherever it appeared in the ordinance. The President declared the hearing open. On the call for proponents or opponents, there was no response. The hearing was declared Cl0Sed. Councilman Sherratt moved the report be accepted and the ordinance be considered out of order. The motion was seconded by Councilman Beckam and carried unanimously on voice vote. There being no objection, the meeting proceeded to "Introduction of Ordinances". INTRODUCTION OF ORDINANCES: 20. Councilman Hurwitz introduced the following ordinance, as amended, 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 Sections 11-14D11 and 11-I4812 Thereof Relating to Abatement and Removal of Nonconforming Signs." 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: 21. From Planning Board, signed by the Secretary, making recommendation on Tentative Map for Tract 3773, a three-lot division of land for Harbor Bay Isle Club Recreation Center/School sites (Applicant - Harbor Bay Isle Aseociates). The Planning Director reported the Planning Board had considered the map on January 31, 1977, and had recommended approval, subject to fifteen conditions and based on nine findings. The City Attorney noted the findings and conditions as presented could be adopted by the Council with the addition to Finding No. 7 that the sewage discharge would not be contrary to Regional Water Quality Control Board regulations. Roslie McPherson, a member of the Planning Board, requested clarificadon of the public access to the waterfront question. The City Attorney responded as to the requirements of the Subdivision Ordinance; the Planning Director and City Engineer responded the bikeway and pedestrian path alone the perimeter were dedicated for public U5e' however the maintenance of the shoreline perimeter remained the reSonsfbilfty of the developer. Mrs. McPherson commented on the staff report which had been submitted to the Council. She charged the Board had directed Mr. Patterson to delete the last sentence of the report before it was forwarded to the Council. The City Manager noted it was inappropriate for the Board to direct the content of a staff report. For the record, the Planning Director responded he had requested his staff to listen to the tnoe to clarify Mrs. Pherson's question. He reported the President of the Planning Board- after Mrs, McPherson had requested the sentence be deleted, had commented the possibility was included for the Council's information and any action of the Planning Board would be premptive and had closed discussion of the item. � Lance Russum, I234 Hawthorne Street, a member of the Parks and Recreation Commission, charged the Commission had not had an opportunity to review the proposed map and requested the Council not take action to approve the map until the perimeter road question had been solved. Planning Director Patterson responded the map was circulated to various departments for comment prior to the Planning Board meeting. There followed a discussion of vehicular and other public access in the development. Councilman Beckam moved the report be accepted and Tentative Map for TraC 3773 be approved, subject to amendment of Finding No. 7, to read, "The design of the project reflected on the Tentative Map is not likely to cause serious public health problems, such as sewage discharge contrary to Regional Water Quality Control Board regulations," addition of Finding No. 10, to read, "Access to water shall be available at nearly locations." President Corica suggested the motion be amended to include Condition No. 16 to read, "Approval of this project shall not set nay precedent as to water access and other maps that will be approved for Harbor Bay Isle." Councilman Beckam then moved his motion be amended to include President Corica's suggestion. Councilman Sherratt seconded the motion, as amended, which carried unanimously on voice vote. 22. From City Manager, recommending award of contract to Janes-California, Inc., lowest and best bidder, for construction of Buena Vista Park recreation buildinq. Councilman Beckam moved the contract be awarded to Janes-California, Inc, The motion was seconded by Caouncilman Sherratt and carried unanimously on voice vote. 23, From City Attorney, suggesting report "Alameda Visual Impge: The Impact of Outdoor Advertising." by Williams and Mocine, be approved and adopted as an official record and policy guide for future planning, under the Hearing of December 21, I975 on amendment to billboard ordinance. Councilman Hrwitz moved the report entitled "Alameda Visual Image: The Impact of Outdoor Advertising", by Williams and Mocine, be approved and adopted as an official record and policy guide for futur planning, and had been considered under the Hearing held Debember 21, 1975, on amendments to the billboard ordinance. The motion was seconded by Councilman Dia0ent and carried unanimously on voice V0te, 24. From the City Manager, concerning Public Works Act Title II and Anti-recession Fiscal Aid Program. Councilman Hurwitz moved the report be accepted and approved as 5Ubmitted. The motion was seconded by Councilman Sherratt and carried unanimously on voice vote. 25. From the City Manager recommending purchase of Police Vehicles for 1977 through contract with the State of California. Councilman Sherratt moved the report be accepted and the purchase of 9 vehicles through contract with the State of California be approved. The motion was seconded by Councilman Beckam and carried unanimously on roll call vote. 26. From the City Manager submitting report on Otis-Rosewood property/Bay Farm Island Park. Councilman Beckam moved the report be accepted. The motion was seconded by Councilman Sherratt and carried unanimously on roll call vote. 27. From the City Attorney submitting report on citizen request to require buyer notification if proposed home purchase is located on private street Councilman Beckam moved the City Attorney forward the request to appropriate legislators. The motion was seconded by Councilman Sherratt and carried unanimously on roll call vote. UNFINISHED BUSINESS: 28. Consideration of following items brought up under New Business" at regular meeting of February 1, 1977: (a) Councilman Hurwitz' referral to letter from Alameda Hisotircal Society concerning their need for museum space and asking that search he made for possible funding or space. It was noted this had been considered during the HCDA hearing. (b) Councilman Hurwitz' request for ordinance or amendment to ordinance requiring unlit street barricades be provided with flasher marker lights. City Engineer Hanna resonded any barricades used in the street must conform to standards; and the department was in the process of making sure the barricades conform to appropriate sections of the Vehicle Code. (c) Councilman Hurwitz' inquiry if records were available on wells located throughout the city, and suggestion made by Councilman Beckam that contact be made with EBMUD for their requirements on use. City Engineer related the wells had last been identified in I945, and since that time a move to eliminate the hazards involved had resulted in filling many of the wells. He stated the County Health Department had some permit requirements in well drilling; and the EBMUD required a backflow devide to prevent well water from entering theV system. Councilman Hurwitz asked about the possibility of opening some of these wells to irrigate the parks. Mr. Hanna responded it would probably be more economical to redrill the wells and commented he and Mr. Mainland were investigating the possibility. NEW BUSINESS: 29. President Corica announced that the pools in Lincoln and Franklin Parks were closed and the temperature at the Encinal Swim Center had been decreased by four degrees in conservation efforts. RESOLUTIONS: 30. The following resolution was introduced by Councilman Beckam, who moved its adoption: "Resolution No. 8675 Amending Salary Resolution No. 8552 by Creating One (1) Additional Position of Spnh' Typist Clerk And Deleting One (1) Position of Intermediate Typist Clerk in the Police Department and by Creating ONe (1) Position of Senior Typist Clerk and Deletinp One (1) Position Of Departmental Secretary in the City Manager's Department." 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. 31. The following resolution was introduced by Councilman Sherratt, who moved its adoption: "Resolution No. 8676 Establishing Election Precincts, Designating Polling Places Therefor and Naming Officers of Election for Each Precinct for Genaal Municipal Election to be Held on Tuesday, March 8, 1977." The motion to adopt said resolution was seconded by Councilman Diament, and carried on the following rol7 call vote. Ayes: Five. Noes: None. Absent: None. The President declared the foregoing Resolutions adopted. BILLS: 32. An itemized List of Claims against the City of Alameda and the Departments thereof, in the total amount of S58,891.64, 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 15, 1977, and presented to the City Council at this meeting, be allowed and paid. The motion was seconded by Councilman Hurwitz and carried unanimously on Ace vote. FILING: 33. Contract between City and ACTEB - Title VI. 34. Contract between City and ACTEB - Title II. 35. Financial and Operating Report - Bureau of Electricity, as at December 31` 1976. 36. Councilman Sherratt moved the Council retire to executiee session for discussion of pending litigation and personnel matters. The motion was seconded by Councilman Beckam and carried unanimously on roll call vote. After a five-minute recess, the Council reconvened in the Conference Room of the City Hall. At the conclusion of discussion, it was determined no action would be taken at this time. ADJOURNMENT: 37. There being no further business to come before the meeting, the Council adjourned to assemble in regular session on Tuesday, March 1, 1977, at 7:30 o'clock p.m. Respectfully submitted, Deputy City Clerk