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1968-09-03 Regular CC Minutes319 REGULAR MEETING OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ALAMEDA HELD TUESDAY EVENING SEPTEMBER 3, 1968 The meeting convened at 7:30 o'clock p.m. with President McCall presiding. The Pledge of Alle- giance was led by Councilman Levy and was followed by an inspiring Invocation delivered by The Reverend Mr. Doyle D. Dewberry, Pastor of Calvary Baptist Church. ROLL CALL: The roll was called and Councilmen Fore, Isaacs, La Croix, Jr., Levy and President McCall, (5), were noted present. Absent: None. MINUTES: 1. The minutes of the regular meeting held August 20, 1968, were approved as transcribed. WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS: 2. From Alameda Church Council, signed by The Reverend Mr. Michael for a Coffee House and Youth Centre to be located in the Webb Avenue Company of the Fire Department, under a suggested lease agreement. 3:/ From The Reverend Mr. Wilfred Hodgkin, Rector of Christ Church able consideration of the plan to establish such a facility in this E. Smith, submitting its proposal Fire Station when vacated by this Parish, urging the Council's favor- building. The President stated the opportunity would be given to those interested to make their presentations during "Oral Communications". 4:' From Fernside Home Owners Association, signed by Mr. John F. Hanson, Jr., Secretary, expressing its support of the petition transmitted by certain Fernside Boulevard residents in protest against the use of this thoroughfare as a truck route. President McCall explained that just this evening the Councilmen had received a lengthy report on this subject from the City Engineer. Consequently, there had not been time to peruse the report and the matter would be laid over to the next Council meeting in order that the Council could study and discuss the conditions and recommendations. 5. From O. C. Jones and Sons, signed by Mr. Walter Lapsley, in Application for Permit to Fill Prop- erty at Alameda Memorial State Beach with five thousand cubic yards of rip-rap and dirt, as shown on attached sketch. Councilman La Croix moved the request be granted and the Permit be issued to said firm for this project. Councilman Fore seconded the motion which carried on the following roll call vote. Ayes: Five. Noes: None. Absent: None. 6. From Pan-Pacific Development Company, signed by Mr. William B. Kirkland, Jr., President, concern- ing the Final Map for Tract No. 3011 covering the Ballena Bay Community and in clarification of certain phases of the improvements contemplated. The matter was referred to "Resolutions". ORAL COMMUNICATIONS: 7:" The Reverend Mr. Michael Smith was given the privilege of the floor and he, in turn, introduced Mr. Don Perata, 2037i Clinton Avenue, who addressed the Council. He submitted his arguments in favor of the proposal of the Alameda Church Council to establish a Coffee House and Youth Centre in the soon- to-be vacated Webb Avenue Fire Station. He pointed up that the committee believed this type of gather- ing place was necessary for the youth of the City because the existing facilities and programs were not adequate to accommodate those young people who did not fall into the category of the traditional play- ground or youthful projects which had been established for a number of years. Mr. Perata stressed the fact that there was a certain group whose interests had been fostered along other lines and, therefore, it had a difficult time expressing itself. He emphasized that this Coffee House-Youth Centre concept was not new - there were over five hundred of them sponsored by Church Councils throughout the United States. He remarked that this would not be a "hang-out", but a place where youth could meet to talk, have personal and meaningful expression, seek guidance and also, offer adults a chance for revival of dialogue with young people. He urged the Council to consider this proposal very thoughtfully. Mr. John McCarthy, 3925 Wilda Avenue, Oakland, President of St. Joseph's High School, was then introduced. He said he was also the spokesman for Dan Murphy, President of Alameda High School; Cleveland Smith, President of Encinal High School; Alice Jarrett, President of Notre Dame High School; Carole Hill, President of YouthPower in Alameda; Harold Hutson, Representative of Encinal High School B. S. U.; and Steve Sieck, Chairman of the Christian Social Action group, "Response". Mr. McCarthy delivered an excellent discourse covering the vital need for such a Coffee House and Youth Centre in Alameda to provide a place and program within which the young people of this community could develop creative talent for drama, music, art, debate - and to just come together for discussions. He reviewed the enthusiasm which had been shown by the youth when this idea was originally being developed - and then the great disappointment and frustration experienced by them when plans had to be dropped at the very last minute. Mr. McCarthy pointed up the actions of a great number of young people who had turned to "drugs" in their desperate cry for help from the adult leaders of the community. He felt they needed and wanted proper supervision - they were not rebelling - they wanted to create and to contribute but they had not so far been given a chance to do it. He thought they wanted to bridge the so- called "Generation Gap ". He assured the Council that if this Coffee House were realized, there would be almost one hundred per cent cooperation from the four high schools in the City in spearheading this project and, when once started, in organizing, operating and participating in the program of events provided. Miss Elaine Spangler, 3100 Lincoln Avenue, also expressed the need for this facility as an opportunity to meet more young people and be able to communicate with them and the adults involved. The Reverend Mr. Gary Weatherly, 2233 Central Avenue, President of the Alameda Church Council, addressed the Council on behalf of this idea and plan. He pointed up that the problem of youth in its relation- ship to adults in Alameda had been increasing more and more.` He displayed an organizational chart showing how the administration of this Coffee House -Youth Centre would be set up and explained in detail the hopes and plans of the Church Council in bringing to fruition such a facility. Mr. Weatherly emphasized there would be representatives of many civic groups participating in this enterprise - such as the Alameda Art Association, for instance. He pointed up the fact that the Boy and Girl Scouts and the Boys and Girls Clubs provided programs for the younger youth - but no organization had yet attempted to deal with the teen -agers - and this would provide that opportunity. Inquiry was made concerning the hours of closing - and what measures would be taken to control the undesirable element which would be attracted to a Coffee House. The Council was assured that all regu- lations of the City in this respect would be followed and definite arrangements would be made when further official steps could be taken. In response to a question from City Attorney Cunningham, Mr. Weatherly replied that they were aware there would have to be adequate liability insurance provided - and there were many other details to be taken care of - but these would be handled when positive action could be taken in setting up the non - profit organization. He explained that the proposed "Board" would have many policies to determine upon in the official establishment of this facility. President McCall expressed his opinion that this Coffee House -Youth Centre would create many problems. He cited many cases of those who had been arrested during recent months for provoking nuisances. He referred to the excellent recreation program provided by the City and said he believed every opportunity was already available for these youth to meet under desirable circumstances. He remarked that he had suggested this matter be turned over to the City Recreation Department to work with the Alameda Church Council to ascertain if a solution could be arrived at for a Coffee House and Youth Centre. This would then eliminate negotiating a lease and providing insurance in getting such a facility established as part of the City Recreation program. At this point, Councilman La Croix stated he could not concur with President McCall's remarks and said he believed the City Council had to listen to all segments of the community which certainly included the youth thereof. He alluded to the report submitted by Mr. John Goss, Assistant City Manager, dated August 26, 1968, which he felt was a good, but negative, report. Councilman La Croix expressed his desire to have a committee appointed - comprised of representatives of the Alameda Chamber of Commerce, the Council of Churches, the Youth, the Recreation Director, the Police Department and with himself as the City Council representative - to meet to outline a possible program which would be effective in this type of project. He felt a study in depth had not yet been made by the Church Council and he believed the City Council should at least investigate whether or not such an idea was feasible - because he thought there was a need for this type of facility. President McCall said he would rather hold informal discussions among the Councilmen and the City Officials to get their thinking before appointing such a committee. Were it then felt advisable to appoint such a committee, he would do so, but at this time, he thought it would be premature. Councilman Isaacs said he believed the proposal which had been advanced this evening deserved serious consideration. He wondered if such a Coffee House would create some of the problems which were feared but felt there was only one way to find out and that was to experience it. He concurred with Council- man La Croix's view that the Council ought to proceed by appointing a responsible committee to ascertain the facts. He felt some clear lines of responsibility should be established in such an operation. Councilman Isaacs said the one thing he would be interested in was information about some of the success- ful Coffee House enterprises. He pointed up that all the Council had heard about was the one unsuccess- ful operation in the City of Fremont. He asked that the Council be furnished with names of some cities and contacts which would be most helpful in its study. Councilman La Croix then moved that a committee as indicated by him be appointed. Councilman Isaacs seconded the motion. Speaking on the question, Councilman Fore questioned John McCarthy about various aspects of the pro- posed Coffee House and Youth Centre. Mr. Weatherly concluded the presentation by urging that the committee be appointed and some decision made within six weeks. He pointed out that it would take considerable time to get fully organized and everything ready to operate. The question was then put and the motion carried unanimously. The President assured Messrs. Weatherly and Perata that a committee would be appointed and some recommendations forthcoming within six weeks. HEARINGS: g:J The matter was called up concerning the requested reclassification of certain property known as 2713 Central Avenue, from "R -2 ", Two- Family Residence District, to "R -4 ", Neighborhood Apartment Dis- trict. The Zoning Application was filed by F. S. Dale and Joanne Miller. The Clerk stated there was on file the Affidavit of Publication of the Notice setting forth this time and place for the Hearing in this matter. Also, copies of the minutes of the Planning Board meeting at which this case was considered had been sent to the Councilmen for their information. Upon request, City Attorney Cunningham stated the issue before the Council under provision of the Alameda Municipal Code was whether or not the findings and recommendation of the City Planning Board in its advisory report as required under Section 11-175 should be approved, modified or disapproved. Planning Director Johnson was then called upon and reviewed the history of this case. For the Coun- cilmen's information, he distributed copies of a zone map of the area involved and stressed the fact that the particular lot under consideration was vacant and adjoined property already in the "R-4" District, both of which were under the same ownership. Upon the call for proponents of the question, Mr. Simmons of Leuck Realty Company addressed the Council on behalf of Mr. F. S. Dale. He explained that the existing old residence on the adjoining lot was to be razed and deluxe apartments were to be constructed on the total property. The President then inquired if there were any opponents to the question and there was no response. The Hearing was then declared closed. Councilman La Croix moved the recommendation of the Planning Board be approved and the lot be reclassi- fied as designated. The motion was seconded by Councilman Levy and carried on the following roll call vote. Ayes: Five. Noes: None. Absent: None. The matter was then referred to "Introduction of Ordinances". REPORTS AND RECOMMENDATIONS: 9. From Auditor and Assessor, requesting the refund of taxes in the amount of S11 .50 to Lily B. Wysinger, which had been erroneously levied on property located at the rear of 1836 Clinton Avenue. The matter was referred to "Resolutions". 10:' From City Manager, recommending contract be awarded to Ransome Company, low bidder, for the proj- ect of Widening High Street from Fernside Boulevard to Marina Drive at the total cost of 8,296.70. Councilman La Croix moved the recommendation be adopted; that contract be awarded to the designated Company for the specified project at the price quoted. The motion was seconded by Councilman Levy and on roll call carried by the following vote. Ayes: Five. Noes: None. Absent: None. v/ 11. From City Manager, reporting all work satisfactorily completed - recommending the acceptance thereof and that Notices of Completion be ordered filed on the following three projects: (a) Constructing and Landscaping Woodstock Park; (b) Installing Chain Link Fence Improvements at Krusi Park; (c) Paving Washington Park Tetherball Court and Bleacher Area. Councilman La Croix moved the recommendation be approved; that the work on the three projects specified be accepted and the respective Notices of Completion be filed. Councilman Levy seconded the motion which carried on the following roll call vote. Ayes: Five. Noes: None. Absent: None. 122/ From City Manager, with regard to the construction and the financing of a Maintenance Garage on Bureau of Electricity property at the north end of Grand Street - and requesting authorization to pro- ceed with execution of necessary documents to employ Jee and Anderson, Architects. Councilman La Croix moved the City Manager be authorized to proceed with this project as fully set forth in his letter dated August 28, 1968. The motion was seconded by Councilman Isaacs and carried on the following roll call vote. Ayes: Five. Noes: None. Absent: None. 13. From City Clerk, setting time and date of Wednesday, September 18, 1968, at 5:00 o'clock p.m., as deadline for receipt by City Clerk of Arguments For and Against Proposed Charter Amendment on the ballot for the Consolidated State General Election to be held November 5, 1968. Councilman Isaacs moved this notification be accepted. Councilman Levy seconded the motion which carried unanimously. 14.v From Civil Service Board, transmitting its report concerning salaries for certain classifications of employment in the Police and Fire Departments. This was in response to the request of the City Coun- cil on August 6, 1968, for the Board to review current salaries and submit recommendations as to any substantial inequities which might exist. The matter was referred to "Resolutions". RESOLUTIONS: 15. The following resolution was introduced by Councilman La Croix, who moved its adoption: "Resolution No. 7372 Opposing State Initiative Proposal Commonly Known as 'Watson Amendment'." The motion to adopt said resolution was seconded by Councilman Fore and on roll call carried by the following vote. Ayes: Four. Noes: None. Abstaining: Councilman Isaacs, (1). Absent: None. 16. The following resolution was introduced by Councilman Levy, who moved its adoption: "Resolution No. 7373 Requesting Enactment by the Legislature of Effective Property Tax Reform and Relief." The motion to adopt said resolution was secondedloy'CounciIman La Croix and on roll call carried by the following vote. Ayes: Five. Noes: None. Absent: None. 17. The following resolution was introduced by Councilman Levy, who moved its adoption: "Resolution No. 7374 Ordering Cancellation and Refund of Real Property Taxes Erroneously Levied and Collected." The motion to adopt said resolution was seconded by Councilman La Croix and on roll call carried by the following vote. Ayes: Five. Noes: None. Absent: None. 18. The following resolution was introduced by Councilman La Croix, who moved its adoption: "Resolution No. 7375 Resolution Finding and Determining That There is a Surplus in the Fund Provided for the Improvements Made in Assessment District No. 67-1, City of Alameda, Alameda County, California." (Street Improvements in Vicinity of Otis School) The motion to adopt said resolution was seconded by Councilman Isaacs and on roll call carried by the following vote. Ayes: Five. Noes: None. Absent: None. 19. The following resolution was introduced by Councilman La Croix, who moved its adoption: "Resolution No. 7376 Determining City Has Enacted and is Enforcing Ordinances Prescribing Minimum Standards Equal or Greater Than Those Set Forth by State Law." Councilman Isaacs seconded the motion to adopt said resolution which carried on the following roll call vote. Ayes: Five. Noes: None. Absent: None. Upon request, City Attorney Cunningham explained this resolution pertained to local building regula- tions, as provided in certain State Health and Safety Code Sections. Further, proper notification must be made to the Department of Housing and Community Development and said resolution accomplished this requirement. 20. The following resolution was introduced by Councilman Levy, who moved its adoption: "Resolution No. 7377 Adopting Specifications, Special Provisions and Plans for Pavement Repair and Resurfacing of Portions of Fernside Boulevard, Pearl Street to High Street, Calling for Bids and Directing City Clerk to Advertise Same." The motion to adopt said resolution was seconded by Councilman Isaacs and on roll call carried by the following vote. Ayes: Five. Noes: None. Absent: None. 21. The following resolution was introduced by Councilman La Croix, who moved its adoption: "Resolution No. 7378 Amending Salary and Position Resolution No. 7350, as Amended, by Increasing Salaries of Positions of (1) Police Officer, (2) Fireman, (3) Apparatus Operator (Fire Department), and (4) Golf Course Maintenance Superintendent." Councilman Levy seconded the motion to adopt said resolution. Speaking on the question, there was a lengthy discussion of this subject, with the City Manager and the Personnel Director, Forrest V. Routt, Jr., clarifying certain aspects of the matter. Mr. Thomas Cavagnaro, President of the Alameda Municipal Civil Service Employees Association, spoke on behalf of the members of said "Association". He commented they were glad to have these salary increases granted to certain employee-classifications - but expressed the hope the other City employees would be given equal consideration. The question was then put and the motion carried on the following roll call vote. Ayes: Five. Noes: None. Absent: None. 22. The following resolution was introduced by Councilman La Croix, who moved its adoption: "Resolution No. 7379 Approving and Adopting a Budget for the Fiscal Year 1968-1969; Appropriating Certain Moneys for the Expenditures Provided in Said Budget for Said Fiscal Year and Ratifying Certain Expenditures Heretofore Made." „ . . Councilman Isaacs seconded the motion. Mr. Cunningham called attention to the fact that adoption of this resolution would take into account the increase of salaries provided by adoption of the previous resolution. The Councilmen indicated they concurred and understood that appropriate changes were hereby authorized so the Final Budget would reflect them. The question was then put and the motion carried on the following roll call vote. Ayes: Five. Noes: None. Absent: None. 23. The following resolution was introduced by Councilman Levy, who moved its adoption: "Resolution No. 7380 Fixing the Rate and Levying a Tax on All Real and Personal Property in the City of Alameda for the Fiscal Year 1968-1969 and Apportioning the Same Among the Several Funds of the City." ($2.30) The motion to adopt said resolution was seconded by Councilman La Croix and on the following vote. Ayes: Five. Noes: None. Absent: None. 24. The following resolution was introduced by Councilman Levy, who moved its "Resolution No. 7381 roll call carried by adoption: Approving Final Map of Subdivision Known as Tract 3011, Submitted by Pan- Pacific Development Company, and Approving Faithful Performance Bond as to Sufficiency." The motion to adopt said resolution was seconded by Councilman Isaacs and on roll call carried by the following vote. Ayes: Four. Noes: None. Abstaining: Councilman La Croix, (1). Absent: None. 25. The following resolution was introduced by Councilman Levy, who moved its adoption: "Resolution No. 7382 Authorizing Execution of Agreement for Construction and Completion of Improvements in Subdivision Known as Tract 3011 - Pan-Pacific Development Company." The motion to adopt said resolution was seconded by Councilman Isaacs and on roll call carried by the following vote. Ayes: Four. Noes: None. Abstaining: Councilman La Croix, (1). Absent: None. Mr. Cunningham remarked that in connection with the two immediately preceding resolutions with regard to Pan-Pacific Development Company Tract No. 3011, he had approved both the Bond and the Certificate of Insurance covering the proposed improvements as shown in its Final Map. In response to inquiry, City Engineer Mark Hanna replied that he was entirely satisfied with the Final Map for this subdivision. 26Y The following resolution was introduced by Councilman Isaacs, who moved its adoption: "Resolution No. 7383 Resolution of the Council of the City of Alameda in Memoriam to Burtis C. Bridges, Retired Police Officer "WITH HEARTFELT SORROW, the Council of the City of Alameda records the death of one of its former, loyal employees, BURTIS C. BRIDGES, retired Director of Identification of the Alameda Police Department. 'WHEREAS, Mr. Bridges had commenced his employment as a Patrolman with the Alameda Police Department on January 1, 1925, and had served diligently and with utmost competence during the succeeding twenty-four years; and 'WHEREAS, Mr. Bridges had ever engendered cooperation and a friendly spirit among his fellow officers and all associates; and "WHEREAS, Mr. Bridges had specialized in the field of identification techniques and when he was forced by ill health to retire from active police work in 1949, he had eventually become a Professor of Criminology at San Francisco City College and the University of California where he also gained recognition and distinction as an author on identification methods and procedures. "NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Council of the City of Alameda acknowledges with appreciation the noteworthy contribution made by Mr. Bridges in the development of more efficient police procedures, and his many articles for law enforcement publications through- out the country - and, on behalf of the citizens of the community, does hereby express a sense of loss in the passing of this dedicated Police Officer. "BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that this resolution be spread in full upon the minutes of this meeting and a copy thereof be sent to the family of Mr. Bridges in order to extend to its members a sincere expression of sympathy in their bereavement. "BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that when this meeting of the Council of the City of Alameda adjourns, it shall do so in respect to the memory of BURTIS C. BRIDGES, Retired Director of Identification of Alameda Police Department." The motion to adopt said resolution was seconded by Councilman Levy and on roll call carried by the following vote. Ayes: Five. Noes: None. Absent: None. The President then declared all of the foregoing resolutions adopted. INTRODUCTION OF ORDINANCES: 27. Councilman La Croix moved the following ordinance be introduced, after which it would be laid over under provision of law and the Charter. The motion was seconded by Councilman Levy and carried on the following roll call vote. Ayes: Five. Noes: None. Absent: None. "Ordinance No. New Series An Ordinance Reclassifying and Rezoning Certain Property Within the City of Alameda by Amending Zoning Ordinance No. 1277, New Series. " (2713 Central Avenue) ORDINANCES FOR PASSAGE: 28. "Ordinance No. 1572, New Series Authorizing Amendment to Lease Between City and Todd Shipyards Corporation, Said Amendment Adding Parcel of Submerged Lands to Leased Premises; Approving Form and Authorizing Execution of said Amendment." Councilman La Croix moved the ordinance be passed as submitted. The motion was seconded by Council- man Levy and carried on the following roll call vote. Ayes: Five. Noes: None. Absent: None. 29. "Ordinance No. 1573, New Series An Ordinance Amending Certain Portions of the Alameda Municipal Code Relating to Traffic Regulations." Councilman Levy moved said ordinance be passed as submitted. The motion was seconded by Councilman Isaacs and on roll call carried by the following vote. Ayes: Five. Noes: None. Absent: None. BILLS: 30. An itemized List of Claims against the City of Alameda and the Departments thereof, in the total amount of S93,O18.03, 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 Levy moved the bills as itemized in the List of Claims filed with the City Clerk on Sep- tember 3, 1968, and presented to the City Council at this meeting, be allowed and paid. The motion was seconded by Councilman La Croix and on roll call carried by the following vote. Ayes: Five. Noes: None. Absent: None. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS, GENERAL: 31. Mr. William S. Godfrey, 1235 Hawthorne Street, Chairman of the Housing Authority of the City of Alameda, read a prepared report updated to September 3, 1968, concerning the relocation of the families of the Estuary Housing Project. This pointed up the fact that fourteen of the eighty families in this Project did not qualify financially for Public Housing. It was also stated that the Commission- ers had employed Mr. John Forbes, a Professional Relocator, who would assist all remaining families to find proper housing. Of the sixty -six families who did qualify for Public Housing, a total of fifty - seven had already been relocated. There were nine families still living in Estuary Housing Project and all of these had been assigned a unit in Western or Makassar Straits Village. It was believed that, with the possible exception of one family, all would have been relocated by the time school would start the next week. Mr. Godfrey emphasized the "Authority" had two major problems - (1) Keeping Estuar Housing Project open for only eleven families which cost approximately $3,000. per month - and (2) Although Mr. Forbes, the Relocation Officer, had been successful in finding single - family rentals in Alameda mainly, but also in other East Bay cities, these families had shown no interest in moving at all. Their reluctance was for several reasons, i.e., not being accustomed to paying higher rent, having a backlog of bills, anxiety about moving into the mainstream of the community and a belief that "somehow" they would be able to get into Western Housing Project or Makassar Straits Village. He explained that the final recourse of the Authority would be the Courts. President McCall expressed his sincere thanks to Mr. Godfrey and the other Commissioners of the Housing Authority for the outstanding job they had done in this relocation of families from the deplorable living conditions they suffered into adequate, respectable houses. In response to inquiry of Councilman Isaacs, Mr. Godfrey also reported concerning the contemplated improvement of recreation facilities in Makassar Straits Village. Unfortunately, there had been some delay and the equipment had still not arrived, although it had been ordered a month ago. Councilman Levy also inquired about the legal status of ownership of Estuary Housing Project and Mr. Godfrey explained the litigation which had been entered into. 32.' Mr. Frank A. Gottstein, 731 Haight Avenue, spoke again in further protest against the nuisance of the noise created by those using the City Parking Lot across from his home late at night. He also reiterated his complaint about the drainage condition resulting from certain driveway concrete-work done by his neighbor. Mr. Gottstein stated he wanted this matter remedied. 33. At this point, President McCall recognized the charming wife of Councilman Gus Levy, Betty - and welcomed her. Councilman Levy stated his daughter, Susie, and his son-in-law, Kenneth Weiss, Lt. (jg), U. S. Navy, had been present earlier but had to leave due to another engagement. They were enroute to Hawaii where Rabbi Weiss was to be stationed as a Chaplain. FILING: 34. Annual Report for 1967-1968 - Alameda Free Library. 35. Engineer's Final Recapitulation of Costs - Assessment District No. 67-1, City of Alameda - Street Improvements in Vicinity of Otis School. 36. Financial and Operating Report - Bureau of Electricity, as of July 31, 1968 - Verified by Hackleman, Larzelere, McKenna & von Kaschnitz. 37. Agreement Between Pan-Pacific Development Company and City of Alameda - Final Map of Tract No. 3011. 38' President McCall commented that, in addition to adjourning the meeting this evening in respect to the memory of Mr. Burtis C. Bridges, it would also include Army Specialist 4, Richard L. Leach, an Alamedan who was killed in Vietnam on August 8, 1968. He explained that the Council had adopted a policy to recognize the passing of all local young men in the military service who gave their lives fighting in Vietnam. The Clerk was also asked to so inform the families as these casualties occurred. The President then called up the audience for a moment of silence in observation of the death of Messrs. Burtis C. Bridges and Richard L. Leach. ADJOURNMENT: 39. There being no further business to come before the meeting, the Council adjourned in respect to the memory of BURTIS C. BRIDGES and RICHARD L. LEACH - to assemble in regular session on Tuesday even- ing, September 17, 1968, at 7:30 o'clock. Respectfully submitted, .ty Clerk Z.?