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1966-01-18 Regular CC MinutesREGULAR MEETING OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ALAMEDA HELD TUESDAY EVEI NG JANUARY 18, 1966 The meeting convened at 7:30 o'clock p.m. with President Godfrey presiding. The Pledge of Alle- giance was led by Councilman Rose and was followed by an inspiring Invocation delivered by The Reverend Mr. Jun Fujimori, Pastor of Buena Vista Methodist Church. ROLL [&[L: The roll was called and Councilmen Bartley, McCall, Rose and President Godfrey, (4), were noted present. Absent: Councilman La Croix, Jr., (1). President Godfrey explained that Councilman La Croix's absence was due to the fact that he had been asked to attend another important meeting to represent the City Council and to make a presentation on behalf of the City. At this point, the President noted the large attendance of students of Alameda High School from Mrs. Cossette's social studies classes. He welcomed them and invited them to come again. President Godfrey also asked Mr. Everett Johannes, Editor of the Alameda Times-Star, to introduce his new reporter. Mr. Johannes then presented Mr. Jeff Gale, who was welcomed. MINUTES: 1. The minutes of the special meeting held the afternoon of January 4, and the regular meeting held the evening of January 4, 1966, were approved as transcribed. WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS: t/ Z, From Alameda Junior Woman's Club, signed by Mrs. Ann Rossi, Corresponding Secretary, urging that further attention be given to the expanded development of the Alameda Memorial State Beach. The Clerk was instructed to inform this Club that the City had hopes of increased activity toward an operable and usable facility during this coming summer. *, 3V From Mza, Nary D. Rudge, 2124 Rodgers Court, concerning the housing for low-income families in AIomeda. The letter was to be acknowledged and filed, —�-' 4.' From Alameda Boat Rentals, 1831 Alameda Avenue, signed by Messrs. D. L. Hubbard and J. R. Halton, submitting a proposal for the rental of small pleasure craft under a form of Concession Agreement. The communication was to be acknowledged and the matter was to be referred to the City Manager's office for study and a report to the Council at a later date. 5. From American Red Cross, signed by Mr. William J. Justin, Jr,, Chairman of the Disaster Commit- tee, requesting permission to proceed with its plans to stage a mock disaster on Friday afternoon, March 11, with the cooperation of certain City Departments. It was also stated that Br. Russell Spillman, President of the Alameda First National Bank, had offered the parking lot facilities of said Bank on which to hold the demonstration. In reply to inquiry, Mr. Weller stated the City Departments would be ,happy to work with the Red Cross Committee on this matter. Councilman Rose then moved the Council approve the request of Mr' Justin and that he proceed with his plans in consultation with the City Manager's office. The motion was seconded by Councilman McCall and carried on the following roll call vote. Ayes: Four. Noes: Rone, Absent: Councilman La Croix, Jr,, (1). ORAL COMMUNICATIONS: Mr. Frank Gottotein, 721 Haight Avenue, expressed his views on the business climate of Webster Street, principally, but also the deterioration of Park Street due to the development of the South Shore. Be felt it would be a mistake to even think of a redevelopment program for these two business districts. He also spoke of the continued traffic congestion on Webster Street during the peak hours and thought tbe City should be taking action to alleviate this condition. *' 7, Mr. John J. Williamson, 512-D Central Avenue, read in full a letter from The Honorable Robert W. Crown, State Assemblyman, dated January 3, 1966, concerning the activities toward the full development of Alameda State Memorial Beach. Mr. Williamson also read his answer thereto, including a suggested five-point program to achieve the maximum improvement of said area. HEARINGS: 8) The matter was culled up concerning the Appeal from the decision of the City Planning Board to deny the application for a variance filed by Mr. and Mrs. L. Summers pertaining to their property at �—' 412 Taylor Avenue. This request was to allow the building coverage of the lot to be increased by two hundred fifty-two square feet, for the proposed triplex. The Clerk stated all interested parties had been notified that this was the time and place for a Heur- iog. Further, copies of the minutes of the Planning Board meetins at which this subject was con- sidered had been sent to the Councilmen for their information. Upon request, Mr. Donald Jobnuon, Planning Director, reviewed the history of this case as he had sub- mitted it in memorandum, dated January 14, 1968. City Attorney Cunningham stated the legal issue before the Council was whether or not the action of the Planning Board in denying this variance appli- cation, under Sec. 1I-161(b)(e) of the Alameda Municipal Code should be affirmed, modified or reversed. Mr. Mickey McCall of Guaranteed Homes, Hayward, represented the applicants and addressed the Council, upon the call of the President for the proponents. Be stressed the fact that great effort had been expended to design a structure which would be suitable for the applicants' needs as well as one which could be financed by them. It was also pointed out that Mr. Summers suffered from arthritis and, therefore, it was necessary to plan their apartment on the ground floor. Mr. McCall stated there had been no protests against the contemplated eocrnachment. Upon the call for opponents to the question, there was no response. The President then declared the Hearing closed. The Council entered into a discussion of the circumstances. It was brought out that the existing dwelling was seriously sub-standard and the proposed triplex would indeed be an improvement in the neighborhood. Nevertheless, since the building could be designed to fit the lot, as had been stated - and thus eliminate the need for any variances - it was felt this should be done. Councilman Bartley moved the action of the Planning Board be affirmed and the Appeal be denied. The motion was seconded by Councilman Rose and lost on the following tied vote. Ayes: Councilmen Bactleyand Rose, (2). Noes: Councilman McCall and President Godfrey, (2). Absent: Councilman La Croix, (1). After some discussion of this situation, it was agreed to refer the matter to the end of the agenda in the hope that possibly Councilman La Croix might arrive at the meeting by that time, and further consideration could be given to the subject and another vote taken. REPORTS OF OFFICERS, BOARDS, ETCETERA: 9. From the City Manager, recommending contract be awarded to Atlas Heating & Ventilating Co., Ltd., | ^/ for the project of Installing a Central Heating System in Fire Station No. 2, at the total cost of $1,122. Councilman Rose moved the recommendation be adopted; that the contract be awarded to the designated company for the specified project at the total cost guoted. The motion was seconded by Councilman McCall and carried on the following roll call vote. Ayes: Four. Noes: 0one, Absent: Councilman La Croix, (1). l0,, From the City Planning Board, signed by the Secretary, recommending the rezoning of certain areas - as specifically set forth in its letter dated January 12, 1966, and as shown on the map ' labeled, "North-Central-West Alameda Rezoning Study, Exhibit /D',/' The Hearing on this matter was set for the Council meeting to be held February 15, 1966. INTRODUCTION OF ORDINANCES: 11. Councilman Bartley introduced the following ordinance, after which it was laid over under pro- vision of law and the Charter: "Ordinance No. New Series An Ordinance Authorizing Grant of Pipe Line Easement to East Bay Municipal Utility District (Krusi Park)." 12. Councilman McCall introduced the following ordinance, after which it was laid over under pro- vision of law and the Charter: "Ordinance No. New Series An Ordinance Amending Certain Portions of the Alameda Municipal Code Relating to Traffic Regulations." UNFINISHED BUSINESS: '/ l3.` Councilman Rose commented on the memorandum received by the Councilmen, informing them that the following members of the City Council and the Staff had been appointed to Committees of the League of California Cities: City Clerks' Institute, Shirley 8. Tennier; Committee on the Future, H. D. Weller; International Municipal Cooperation, William M. McCall; Retirement, R. D. Weller, Chairman; Tidelands, Fred M. Cunningham; Board of Pollution Control, William M. McCall, Chairman. He com- mended these members for their accomplishments and for having been appointed to these Committees. President Godfrey also congratulated each of these City Officials for their representation of the City. 14 Councilman McCall expressed his appreciation to the Traffic Engineering Department for the excellent drawings which accompanied copies of proposed ordinances designating certain traffic signs and signals. He felt this set forth an understandable picture of all changes in traffic reaulutiona. � �� �] �� r> �� RB3nTAIIIONS; �5. The following resolution was introduced by Councilman McCall, who moved its adoption: "Resolution No. 6898 Adopting Specifications, Special Provisions and Plans for Culvert Reconstruction �—� on Santa Clara Avenue at Everett Street, Calling for Bids and Directing City Clerk to Advertise Same." The motion to adopt said resolution was seconded by Councilman Bartley and on roll call carried by the following vote. Ayes: Four. Noes: None. Absent: Councilman La Croix, (1). "Resolution No. Amending Salary and Position Resolution No. 6821 by Creating One (1) Position of Deputy Auditor in the Auditor and Assessor Department, and by Creating One (1) Position of Field Representative, Revised, in the Treasurer and Tax Collector Department," Councilman Rose raised several questions with regard to the proposed positions in these two offices. He felt there should be more explanation or further information concerning the purpose of these changes in classifications. Councilman Rose stated that in view of the position he took recently in another request for salary increases, between budget periods, he would have to take the same stand in this case. He suggested this matter be brought up for Council consideration at the time of the next regular budget discussions. Following advice of the City Attorney, in answer to inquiry about the proper procedure, Councilman Rose moved this resolution not be adopted at this time. The motion was seconded by Councilman Bartley and carried on the following roll call vote. Ayes: Four. Noes: 0ooe, Absent: Council- man La Croix, (1). 17, The following resolution was introduced by Councilman Dartley, who moved its adoption: "Resolution No. 6899 Amending Salary and Position Resolution No. 6821 by Creating One (1) Additional Position of Police Officer in the Police Department." The motion to adopt said resolution was seconded by Councilman McCall and on roll call carried by the following vote. Ayes: Four. Noes: None. Absent: Councilman La Croix, (1). The President declared the two resolutions adopted as indicated. ORDINANCES FOR PASSAGE: 18. "Ordinance No. 1519, New Series An Ordinance Amending the Alameda Municipal Code by Adding Subdivisions (34), (35) and (36) to Section 17-442 Thereof, Relating to Electrically Operated Traffic Control Signals." (Lincoln Avenue-Willow Street; High Street-Encinal Avenue; High Street-Fernside Boulevard). Councilman McCall moved the ordinance be passed as submitted. The motion was seconded by Councilman Rose and on roll call carried by the following vote. Ayes: Four. Noes: None. Absent: Council- man La Croix, (1). *- l9` At this point, Councilman McCall referred to a stunt the Alameda Junior Woman's Club played on January 12, at which time many VIP's of the City were "kidnapped" 'and held for 'ransom" in order to raise funds for the March of Dimeo. This resulted in a very sizable sum of money, and since the Chairman of this event was present at this meeting with several other members of said Club, Council- man McCall felt they should be recognized and congratulated on their effort. The President cu]]ed:upou Mrs. David Souza, who stated they were very gratified with the tremendous success of this endeuvor. She also said this group was present because of its interest in the | � Alameda Memorial State Beach. 20.v- The President again broached the subject on which the Hearing had been held earlier in the meet- ing. However, Councilman La Croix had not appeared at the meeting. Therefore, considerable discus- sion ensued about when further action could be taken to settle the question of the Appeal as promptly as possible for the sake of Mr. and Mrs. L. Summers. Councilman Rose then moved that a special meeting be called to act on this matter. Councilman Bartley seconded the motion which was carried on the following roll call vote. Ayes: Four. Noes: None. Absent: Councilman La Croix, (1). After further discussion, and upon advice of the City Attorney, it was agreed this meeting could be adjourned to an adjourned regular meeting to be held the next afternoon, January 19, at 5;30 o'clock. FILING: 21, Specifications No. PW 10-65-28 - Project of Culvert Reconstruction on Santa Clara Avenue at Everett Street. 22. Auditor's Financial Statement - City of Alameda, as of December 31, 1965 - Verified by DILLS: 23. An itemized List of Claims against the City of Alameda and the Departments thereof, in the total amount of $80,859.93, 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 McCall moved the bills as itemized in the List of Claims filed with the City Clerk on January 18, 1966, and presented to the Council at this meeting, be allowed and paid. The motion was seconded by Councilman Rose and on roll call carried by the following vote. Ayes: Four. Noes: None. Absent: Councilman La Croix, (1). 24. There being no further business to coma before the meeting, the Council adjourned to an adjourned regular meeting to be held the next afternoon in the Council Chamber, at 5;30 o'clock. Respectfully submitted,