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1966-04-05 Regular CC MinutesREGULAR MEETING OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ALAM8D& HELD TUESDAY EVENING APRIL 5, 1966 The meeting convened at 7:30 o'clock p.m. with Vice President Rose presiding. The Pledge of Alle- giance was led by Councilman La Croix and was followed by an inspiring Invocation delivered by The Reverend Mr. Ralph Silva, Pastor of Alameda Baptist Church. ROLL CALL: The roll was called and Councilmen Bartley, La Croix, Jr., McCall and Vice President Rose, (4), were noted present. Absent: President Godfrey, (1), who was confined to his home with a painful back injury which was aggravated by a broken wrist. MINUTES: 1. The minutes of the regular meeting held March 15, the adjourned regular meeting held March 21, and the special meeting held March 29, 1900, were approved as transcribed. WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS: 2. +, From Morrison Bros. Improvement Cu,, 6000 Telegraph Avenue, Oakland, submitting an Application to Fill Property - approximately seven acres at the south end of Webster Street, east of McKay Avenue, with thirty thousand cubic yards of material by truck hauling and end dumping. The Application was accompanied by the required bond in the amount of $5`000., which had been signed by the Mayor and approved by the City Attorney, Councilman La Croix moved the Application of the designated firm be approved and a Permit to Fill Land be granted as requested. The motion was seconded by Councilman Bartley. Speaking on the question, Councilman McCall inquired about the route to be taken in this hauling and said he felt the City should direct said route in order to minimize any harassment to the Webster Street merchants and residents in this area. City Engineer Hanna was to follow through on this matter. The question was then put and the motion cartied on the following roll call vote. Ayes: Four. Noes: None. Absent: President Godfrey, (1). 3.y From Mr. Michael Harris, 3262 Fairview Avenue, indicating his approval of a bridge terminus in Alameda from the proposed southern crossing of San Francisco Bay. Vice President Rose stated this matter had become academic in view of the action by the State Agency at its meeting yesterday. The letter would merely be acknowledged and filed. 4.~ From Mr. Vern W. Dennen, 1920 Everett Street, expressing his opposition to making the proposed change from five to three days within which to dispose of stray animals held at the City Pound. 5}7 ' From Oakland Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals, signed by Mr. Charles 8. Marsh, Executive Director, urging that the holding time for animals at the Pound not be reduced from five to three days. The matter referred to was to be given further consideration later in the meeting under "Ordinances for Passage". O|/ From Alameda Chamber of Commerce, signed by Mr. A. I. Wiemken, President, transmitting a copy of Resolution No. 6603, adopted by its Board of Directors, at a Special Session held March 30, 1966, urging early construction of the India Basin-Alameda-Bay Farm Island southern crossing of San Francisco Bay. Also, the wish was expressed that the Alameda City Council would join with the Chamber in an endeavor to obtain this transportation. Vice President Rose stated this letter also covered an academic matter as a result of the action takar/ by the Toll Bridge Authority at its meeting in Sacramento yesterday, as had been mentioned earlier. Be then reviewed the circumstances of the adoption of said Resolution by the Chamber Board of Directors, and emphasized that he felt very disappointed with the manner in which said amendments were incorpo- rated. The Vice President stated that the Mayor had asked him to tell the President of the Chamber that he, too, was very hurt at the method by which the Resolution was amended. Councilman McCall expressed his difference of 'opinion about the situation, particularly about certain reMarko concerning the Alameda Naval Air Station made in the majority report to the "Authority". +* v/ 7. From Mr. Gage G. Risdon, 8960 Barcelona Street, Oakland, requesting the abandonment of Sixth Street, south of Central Avenue - thirty feet by one hundred feet - in order that he could plan to develop this property by the erection of a triplex apartment building. There being no objections, the request was referred to the Staff for further study and report. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS: , u. Mr. A. T. Wiemken, 605 Glenwood Isle, President of the Alameda Chamber of Commerce, addressed the Council on behalf of said organization. He explained the occurrences involved in the Chamber's actions with regard to Resolution No. 6603 in support of the proposed route for the southern crossing. Be expressed his regret that such a controversy had arisen and assured the Council that the Chamber Board of Directors would cooperate with the City in any way it could in the future to protect the best interests of the community. �� 9.' The Vice President called Mr. Gottstein's attention to the completion of the work on the Webster Street Tube approach from the Oakland side to improve the visibility of merging traffic. Mr. Gottstein had spoken of this hazardous condition sometime ago and the City Engineer had been instructed to refer the matter to the State Division of Highways for its investigation and action. It was requested that the Clerk write a letter of appreciation to the appropriate official for rectify- ing this situation. HEARINGS: 10. Called up at this time was .the matter of the proposed vacation of an unused portion of Tilden Way - (a five-foot strip adjoining Lots 2 and 3, Block C, Alameda Station Homestead Tract) - as specifically set forth in Resolution of Intention No. 8920, adopted by the Council at its meeting held March 1, 1966. The Clerk stated there was on file the Affidavit of Publication of said Resolution of Intention Qiv- iog notification of this time and place for the Public Hearing on the case. Also on file was the Affidavit of Posting the Notices in the area involved, as required by the Streets and Highways Code of the State of California. Upon request, City Engineer Hanna explicitly reviewed the history of this situation and the City Attorney then stated the legal issue before the Council was whether the unimproved portion of the street as shown on the City Engineer's Drawing No. 5830, Case 54, should be vacated. In this con- nection, the Council must determine whether this portion of the property was unnecessary for present or prospective public street purposes and if so, whether the public interest required that it be vacated. The Vice Preoidaot called for any proponents who desired to speak on the matter - and there was no response. Upon the call for opponents to the question, there was still no response and the Vice President declared the Hearing closed. The matter was then referred to "Resolutions" for action later in the meeting under the proper heading. REPORTS OF OFFICERS, BOARDS, ETCETERA: ll. From City Manager, reporting all work satisfactorily completed on the project of Culvert Recon- struction on Gibbons Drive at Northwood, Southwood and Yale Drives - recommending it be accepted and the Notice of Completion be ordered filed. 12: From City Manager, reporting all work satisfactorily completed on the project of Culvert Recon- struction at the Intersection of Santa Clara Avenue and Everett Street - recommending it be accepted and the Notice of Completion be ordered filed. 13. From City Manager, reporting all work satisfactorily completed on the project of Culvert Recon- struction on Fernside Boulevard from Versailles Avenue to Fairview Avenue - recommending it be accepted and the Notice of Completion be ordered filed. Councilman La Croix moved the recommendation on the three foregoing reports be approved - that the work be accepted on each of the specified projects and the Notices of Completion be filed. The motion was seconded by Councilman Bartley and carried on the following roll call vote. Ayes: Four. Noes: None. Absent: President Godfrey, (1). 14. From City Manager, recoumending contract be awarded to DCE of Northern California, low bidder, for the project of Constructing Quarry Waste Pathways at Lincoln Park, at the total cost of $2,196. Councilman La Croix moved the recommendation be adopted; that contract be awarded to the designated firm for the specified project at the price quoted. Councilman Bartley seconded the motion which carried on the following roll call vote. Ayes: Four. Noes: None. Absent: President Godfrey, (1). l5\/ From City Planning Board, signed by the Secretary, recommending approval of Parcel Map No. 182, subject to the terms and conditions contained in the City Engineer's Report dated March 23, 1906. This covered a raaubdiviaioo of Lot 2, Tract No. 2334, and Lot 18, Tract No. 1986, South Shore Unit No. 3 - Russello and Rosenberg Enterprises. The matter was referred to "Resolutions". 10. From Recreation and Parks Commission, signed by Chairman Kranelly, recommending acceptance of final plans for completion of Alameda Swim Center and that the Commission be authorized to proceed with the necessary steps to complete the process so the Council would be in a position to call for bids on the project at the earliest possible date. Councilman La Croix moved the recommendation of the Commission be approved; that the Council accept the final plans and authorize the Commission to proceed with necessary steps to complete the process so that bids could be called for on the project at the earliest possible date. The motion was seconded by Councilman Bartley and carried on the following roll call vote. Ayes: Four. Noes: None. Absent: President Godfrey, (1). INTRODUCTION OF ORDINANCES: 17, Councilman Bartley introduced the following ordinance, after which it was laid over under provi- sion of law and the Charter: "Ordinance No. New Series An Ordinance Amending the Alameda Municipal Code by Repealing Subdivision (20) of Section 17-332 Thereof, Relating to Limited No ParkinQ." (East side of Webster Street between Eagle and Atlantic Avenues) 18. Councilman La Croix 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 Conveyance, by Quitclaim Deed and Upon Condition, of Certain Surplus City-Owned Real Property to Gene A. Stauber (.162 Acre, Beach Road Near Fitchburg Avenue)." UNFINISHED BUSINESS: l9( Vice President Rose referred to the meeting held yesterday in Sacramento before the State Toll Bridge Authority and inquired if the Councilmen desired to express their opinions. Councilman La Croix reiterated his opposition to the proposed southern crossing of San Francisco Bay having its terminus in the City of Alameda. Be thought this was a mistake and would aggravate traffic problems. He asked that the Chamber of Commerce, in the future, keep the City Council informed of its meetings where action was contemplated on such vital issues as this southern crossing route had been. Be felt both Bodies should work together for the best interests of all of the City. Councilman Bartley said he respected the majority ruling of the Council in its opposition to this proposed route with the terminus in Alameda, even though he could not agree - and he thought these three Councilmen respected his right to disagree. He expressed the hope that any ill feeling between the Chamber and the City Council could be eliminated. Vice President Rose emphasized that he shared Councilman La Croix's feeling of the danger of the pro- posed bridge. He referred to a remark made by Capt. John Burky, Public Works Officer, Twelfth Naval District, to the effect that the United States Navy needed all of its land west of Main Street and north of Central Avenue. He stated it was appalling to think of the number of private homes which could be taken in the event the route of the connecting highway was not laid over `Navy" property. 20.` Councilman Bartley inquired about the progress being made on the study recently requested of the nuisance and hazardous situation on the Grand Street Bridge where children play and throw debris into the lagoon. Mr. Weller explained that a report and recommendation on this matter would be forthcoming at the next RESOLUTIONS: 21. The following resolution was introduced by Councilman Bartley, who moved its adoption: "Resolution No. meeting of the Council. Finding and Determining the Certain Unused Portion of Tilden Way, Formerly Railroad Avenue (5-Foot Strip Adjoining Lots 2 and 3, Block C, Alameda Station Homestead Tract), Referred to in Resolution No. 0920, is Unnecessary for Present or Prospective Street Purposes; Finding No Reservation of Easement Therein Necessary; Ordering the Vacation Thereof, and Directing City Clerk to Cause a Certified Copy of This Resolution to be Recorded." The motion to adopt said resolution was seconded by Councilman La Croix. Speaking on the question, Councilman McCall said he could not agree with the propriety of this actiou. Be felt it was granting a special privilege to one individual where another had been denied the same npportuuity. There was considerable discussion on this issue during which it was pointed out by the City Manager that the circumstances were unrelated between the two parties referred to. The question was put and the motion to adopt said resolution was lost on the following roll call vote. Ayes: Councilmen Bartley and La Croix, (2). Noes: Councilman McCall and Vice President Rose, (2). Absent: President Godfrey, (1). City Attorney Cunningham explained that the vacation proceedings were thus ended. • 22. The following resolution was introduced by Councilman McCall, who moved its adoption: "Resolution No. 6929 Adopting Specifications for Furnishing to the City of Alameda One (1) New, Latest Mode 3/4 Ton Chassis Cab Truck with Surveyor Body, Completely Assembled, 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: Bzur, Noes: None. Absent: President Godfrey, (1). 23. The following resolution was introduced by Councilman McCall, who moved its adoption: "Resolution No. 6930 Adopting Specifications for Furnishing to the City of Alameda Five (5) New, 8-Cylinder, 4-Door Sedans, 1968 Models with Automatic Transmission, for Police Department, 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: President Godfrey, (1). 24. The following resolution was introduced by Councilman McCall, who moved its adoption: "Resolution No. 6931 Approving Parcel Map No. 182, a Resubdivision of Lot 2, Tract No. 2334, and Lot 18, Tract No. 1986, South Shore Unit No. 3, and Permitting Recording Thereof (Buaoallo and Rosenberg Enterprises)." 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: President Godfrey, (1). 25. The following resolution was introduced by Councilman La Croix, who moved its adoption: "Resolution No. 6932 Adopting First Amended Budget for Expenditure of Funds Allocated from the State Highway Fund to Cities." 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: President Godfrey, (1). 26. The following resolution was introduced by Councilman McCall, who moved its adoption: "Resolution No. 6933 Authorizing Execution of Right of Entry License with Alameda Belt Line (Main Street and Atlantic Avenue)." 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: President Godfrey, (1). / 27. The following resolution was introduced by Councilman La Croix, who moved its adoption: "Resolution No. 6934 Resolution of the Council of the City of Alameda in Memoriam to George A. Davies, Retired Lieutenant of the Alameda Fire DeRertmeot "WITH PROFOUND SORROW, the Council of the City of Alameda records the death of one of its former, loyal employees, Lieutenant George A. Davies of the Alameda Fire Department. "WHEREAS, Lt. Davies had started his employ with the City of Alameda as a Fireman on December 10, 1934, and by his conscientious and earnest efforts in the performance of his duties through the years, had won promotion to the rank of Lieutenant on June 1, 1947, in which capacity he was serving at the time of his retirement on December 10, 1959; and "WHEREAS, Lt. Davies had been most capable and dependable in the assumption of his responsibilities and had been cooperative in the endeavors of his fellow Fire Fighters and had enjoyed amicable associations because of his neighborly attitude toward all. "NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that, in acknowledgement of Lt. Davies' twenty-five years of service, the Council of the City of Alameda does hereby express its appreciation for his efforts on behalf of the City and its sense of personal loss in the untimely death of this good-hearted man who will be sorely missed by his many friends in the community. "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 Lt. Davies 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 GEORGE A. DAVIES." 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: President Godfrey, (1). The Vice President declared the foregoing resolutions adopted as indicated. ORDINANCES FOR PASSAGE: 28. "Ordinance No. 1525, New Series An Ordinance Amending the Alameda Municipal Code by Amending Section 9-146 Thereof, Reducing Period Within Which Impounded Dogs May be Redeemed from Five to Three Days." Councilman La Croix moved the ordinance be passed as submitted. The motion was seconded by Council- man Bartley and carried on the following roll call vote. Ayes: Four. Noes: None. Absent: Presi- dent Godfrey, (1). It was pointed out that the "three-day count" excluded Saturday, Sunday and Holidays. FILING: 29, Specifications No. MS 4-66-2 - Furnishing Surveyor Body Truck for Engineering Department. 30. Specifications 0o, MS 4-66-3 - Furnishing Five Sedans for Police Dapartment, 31. Financial Statement - Bureau of Electricity - as of February 28, 1966 - Verified by 8eoklemao, Larzelere & McKenna. 32. Right of Entry and License Agreement - Between City and Alameda Belt Line. BILLS: 33. An itemized List of Claims against the City of Alameda and the Departments thereof, in the total amount of $50,212,90, 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 April 5, 1960, and presented to the 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: Four. Noes: None. Absent: President Godfrey, (1). 34. Vice President Rose extended a cordial invitation to all to attend the Twenty-seventh Annual Community Easter Sunrise Service to be held at Lincoln Park. The official sunrise time would be 5:42 o'clock a.m. and, in the event of rain, the ceremony would take place in the Lincoln Park Clubhouse. 35. Councilman McCall then announced that the Annual Flag Day Observance would be held this year on Tuesday, June 14, 1966, at the Elks' Club. ADJOURNMENT: 36. There being no further business to come before the meeting, the Vice President called up the audience for a moment of silence in observance of the passing of George A. Davies, Retired Lieutenant of the Alameda Fire Department. The Council then adjourned - to assemble in regular session on Tuesday evening, April 19, 1900, at 7:30 o'clock. Respectfully submitted, **Vice President Rose reminded Councilman McCall that he had had ample opportunity to raise objections to any of the statements contained in the memorandum at the time copies thereof had been sent to the Councilmen for their review.