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1964-04-07 Regular CC MinutesREGULAR MEETING OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ALAMEDA HELD TUESDAY EVENING APRIL 7, 1964 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. J. Paul Coleman, Pastor of First Methodist Church. ROLL CALL: The roll was called and Councilmen Freeman, La Croix, Jr,, McCall, Rose and President Godfrey, (5), were noted present. Absent: None. 1. The minutes of the regular meeting held March 17, 1964, were approved as transcribed. ( WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS: 2. From Mr. John J. Williamson, 840 Pacific Avenue, registering his protest against the proposal to use the City of Alameda as a terminus for a New Southern Bay Bridge Crossing. The Clerk was instructed to acknowledge the letter and President Godfrey stated there would be an up-to-date report from City Engineer Hanna on the subject later in the meeting. Councilman Freeman asked that the Council take the initial step at this meeting of directing that a resolution be prepared for the next meeting in protest against the proposed terminal being in the City of Alameda. 3. From Aeolian Yacht Club, signed by Charles A. Thau, Commodore, urging that dredge and fill opera- tion plans in the development of the Bay Farm Island tidelands be closely scrutinized to insure protection of the existing waterway channels. The President asked Councilman Rose if he would bring this matter before the next citizen's committee meeting with this group in order that this situation would be carefully watched. Councilman Freeman requested that Aeolian Yacht Club be informed at all times whenever any question on the fill of Bay Farm Island came before any official Body. 4. From Mr, C. E. Snyder, 1219 Bay Street, concerning the Park Centre Project, and expressing his opinion that the question of redevelopment should be decided upon by vote of the people. ^/ 5. From Citizens' Advisory Committee for Community Improvement, signed by Mr. Michael Titles, sub- mitting report prepared by its Sub-committee on Urban Renewal - and recommending the Council permit an early and complete bearing on the proposed redevelopment of the Park Centre Project. The communication and report were referred to the file on the subject. 6, From East Shore Home Owners' Association, signed by Dr. Hubert Reiss, President, again urging ` prompt action be taken to provide proper lighting on the Bay Farm Island Bridge. It was pointed out this Bridge was part of State Highway System No. 226 and it was felt the State was responsible for the lighting thereof. It was suggested the Association be informed of this situa- tion and the fact that the State should assume its obligation. \ 7. / From Messrs. K. Ward and George Clair, 1925 Willow Street, requesting permission to install the necessary sanitary facilities at 2308 Central Avenue, under provision of Ordinance No. 1450, New Series, in order to meet the Health Department's requirements for the operation of a Snack Bar at this location. The communication was referred to City Manager Weller for submission to the Redevelopment Agency for its review and recommendation to the Council. This was in accordance with the procedure established by the City Council. "/ 81 From Mr. Will Campbell, 219-C Bach Street, on behalf of the Senior Citizens of Estuary Housing Project, asking the City Council to take some action with regard to low-rent housing in Alameda. The letter was to be acknowledged, indicating the Council's concern with this problem and then placed in the file on the subject. 9. - From Park Street Development, Inc., signed by twenty-nine members, urging the City Council to set a date for a Public Hearing nn-the matter of the Park Centre 'Project. v/� 10. From twelve "Homeowners on Hawthorne Street", 'instructing the City Council to set a date for holding a Public Hearing on the question of the Park Centre Project. The communications were noted and were to be acknowledged and filed. ll.' The Clerk then read her certificate, dated April 7, 1964, verifying that the valid signatures on the petition for "Submission to Electors of Proposed Amendment to the Charter of the City of Alameda", filed in the Clerk's Office on April 1, 1964, were equal in number to at least fifteen per cent (l5%) of the registered voters of said City of Alameda, County of Alameda. The proposed amend- ment to the Charter was to add Section l, Article XXV, to read as follows: "Urban Renewal, Area Redevelopment pursuant to Federal or State Aid shall not be adopted in the City of Alameda without a vote of the people." Upon inquiry, Mr. Cunningham replied that there was now the duty upon the Council to set the matter for a vote of the people at either a general or special election which could be held not less than forty, nor more than sixty, days following the completion of the advertising by the Clerk of the proposed Charter amendment. A very lengthy and detailed discussion was had among the Councilmen in an effort to determine upon dates for a Public Hearing and also for a Special Election on the question of the Park Centre Project. It was suggested the ballot should contain not only the Charter amendment proposed by the Initiative Petition but also the question of whether or not the people were in favor of development of Park Street Centre, even if they did not want the Charter amended. Councilman Freeman requested that Mr. Cunningham immediately take steps to insure the holding of an election at the earliest possible date. In setting a date for a Public Hearing, it was agreed there would be no decision made on the matter by the Council until after the vote of the people at the special election. Councilman Freeman made a motion that the City Attorney prepare an ordinance for action at the next Council meeting, setting up the necessary special election. The motion was seconded by Councilman La Croix, who, after some more diocua$ion, offered the following amendment - that a Public Hearing be held on May 12, 1964, at Alameda High School Auditorium and that a special,eleotion be oalled.by the City Council to be held June 3, 1964. At this point, Mr. Stanley D. Whitney, Attorney, stated he thought it was mandatory under the State Law for the Council.tn hold a Public Hearing. He said that, insofar as the election was concerned, he did not believe it could be held at all because he had been instructed to prepare an action and to file a suit enjoining the holding of any election on this proposition on the grounds that the State Law had encompassed entirely the field of redevelopment and nothing could go into the City Charter to interfere with this. The City Attorney explained there was a resolution on the agenda to set the time of a Public Hear- , ing when the Council had so determined. Councilman Freeman felt the Council should proceed with its plans to hold an election and sug- gested the date as indicated in the motion be postponed from June 3 to June 9, 1964. Mr. Charles Russell, 1021 Regent Street, addressed the Council in favor of setting the Public 8ear- log before the election and then having the two "questions" submitted to a vote of the people - (1) the proposed Charter amendment and (2) the redevelopment of Park Centre Project, yes or no. Mrs. Inez Kapellas, 1128 College Avenue, refuted Mr. Whitney's opinion that the State had pre-empted the field of redevelopment. She stated the opinion of the Attorney General was that the State had not occupied the field. After some further discussion, Councilmen La Croix and Freeman withdrew their second and motion, respectively. Councilman Freeman then moved the City Attorney prepare a resolution calling a special election on the initiative for an amendment to the City Charter to be placed on the ballot to be voted upon by the people on June 9, 1964^ The motion was seconded by Councilman La Croix, and on roll call carried by the following vote. Ayes: Five. Noes: None. Absent: None. Councilman Rose then moved that there also be placed on this ballot at said special election the proposal giving the peop l e o f Alameda th e right to say specifically whether or not th ey wished the Park Centre Project developed. Following more discussion, Councilman McCall suggested the motion be amended to make the question "all-inclusive" within the City and not just the Park Centre Project. This was acceptable to Councilman Rose. The motion as amended was seconded by President Godfrey. Speaking on the question, further discussion was had on other aspects of the redevelopment situation and, finally, Councilman McCall withdrew his amendment. Therefore, the question was put on the original motion and it carried on the following roll call vote. Ayes: Five. Noes: None. Absent: None. At this point, the order of business was revised and the meeting was referred to "Resolutions". lz. Councilman La Croix introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: "Resolution No. 6586 Setting Time and Place for Public Hearing on Park Centre Project Redevelop- ment Plan (No. Calif. R-63) Adopted by City of Alameda Redevelopment Agency." (Alameda High School Auditorium, May 12, 1964) The motion to adopt said resolution was seconded by Councilman McCall and on roll call carried by the following vote. Ayes: Five. Noes: None. Absent: None. The President declared said resolution adopted. The meeting then continued under the regular agenda. With regard to action on the resolution to be prepared by the City Attorney, it was agreed the Council would assemble in an adjourned regular meeting on Thursday afternoon, April 9, 1964, at 4:30 o'clock, to take a vote on the adoption thereof. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS: 13.» Mr. Frank Gottotein, 731 Haight Avenue, expressed his objection to the City of Alameda being the terminus for a new Southern Bay Bridge Crossing. Be said he understood President Godfrey also was opposed to this route and urged that the City Council fight vigorously against such a plan. 14. The matter was called up concerning the proposed amendment to the Alameda Municipal Code (Zoning Ordinance No. 1277, New Series) to eliminate the requirement for a Use Permit to construct private swimming pools, boat docks, etcetera. The Clerk stated the Affidavit of Publication of the Notice of this Hearing was on file. Also, copies of the minutes of the meeting of the City Planning Board at which this subject had been considered had been sent to the Councilmen for their information. Upon request, Mr. Johnson, Planning Director, reviewed the situation. The Planning Board had recom- mended adoption of said amendment. Mr. Cunningham, City Attorney, stated the legal issue was whether the proposed amendment submitted by the Planning Board should be adopted, modified or rejected. Upon the call for proponents, Mrs. Inez Kapellma" 1128 College Avenue, expressed her support of the proposed amendment. The President then called for the opponents to the question and there was no response. The Hearing was then declared closed. Councilman McCall moved the Council approve the amendment as proposed by the Planning Board in its letter of March 13, 1904. The motion was seconded by Councilman Freeman and unanimously carried. The matter was then referred to "Introduction of Ordinances". 15 The question was next presented with regard to the petition from Barron and Hartley, requesting the reclassification of a number of lots on Central Avenue, Grand Street and Santa Clara Avenue, as enumerated - from "R-4", Neighborhood Apartment District, to "R-5", General Apartment District. The Clerk stated the Affidavit of Publication of the Notice of Hearing in this matter was on,file and copies of the minutes of the meeting of the Planning Board at which this petition was considered had been sent to the Councilmen for their information. The Planning Board had recommended denial of the petition. Letters from the following were noted: - In favor of granting petition: Mr. B. D. Anderson, 4204 Santa Rita Street, Oakland. In protest against granting the petition: Wilbur R. and Vera M. George, 1606 Santa Clara Avenue; Mrs. A. S. Parmer, 1433 Paru Street; Miriam V. Flynn, 1434 Paru Street; Herbert C. Hansen, 1600 Santa Clara Avenue; Mr. and Mrs. Daniel J. Murphy, 1427 Paru Street; Edna Spinney, 1430 Paru Street. At this time, Mr. Stanley D. Whitney, Attorney for Barron and Hartley, requested that the Hearing be continued to the Council meeting of May 5, 1964. Mr. Whitney explained that the reason for the con- tinuance of the Dearing was because the contractors were making a complete survey of ` the situation and might have certain amendments to the petition for the Council's consideration. There being no objections on the part of the Council, the President declared the Hearing continued as requested. Mrs. Vera George, 1606 Santa Clara Avenue, Mr. Walter Tupitza, 1636 Santa Clara Avenue, and Mr' Anthony Bruno, 1530 Paru Street, stated they did not think it was quite fair to continue the Hearing when a number of interested persons had attended the meeting, just to express their opinions on this matter, Mrs. Frank Hartley explained that her husband was unable to attend the meeting because of illness and he did have certain changes in the plans for consideration of the Council. REPORTS OF OFFICERS, BOARDS, ETCETERA: 16!1 From the City Manager, re porting that the filling of property at 434-436 Central Avenue by Zane D. Taylor Realty had been satisfactorily completed and recommending the Permitcee be released from his performance bond. Councilman La Croix moved the recommendation be approved; that the fill project of the designated property be accepted and the Zane D. Taylor Realty be released from its performance bond. The motion was seconded by Councilman McCall and carried on the following roll call vote. Ayes: Five. Noes: None. Absent: None. »/ 17. From the Bureau of Electricity, signed by Mr. G. A. Baxter, General Manager, submitting copy of Resolution No. 2235, adopted by the Public Utilities Board, recommending the schedule of fees for permits and inspection in Ordinance No. 1104, New Series, be amended. This would increase said fee from one dollar to two dollars. Councilman Rose moved the recommendation be approved. The motion was seconded by Councilman McCall and carried unanimously. The matter was then referred to "Introduction of Ordinances". lO. v From the City Manager, recommending authorization be granted to purchase seven ladders for the Fire Department, in the open market, under provisions of Section 3-15 of the City Charter, on the finding that said procedure would result in lower cost to the City. Councilman McCall moved the recommendation be followed and the designated purchase be authorized as set forth, on the finding that the ladders could thus be procured more economically. The motion was seconded by Councilman Rose and carried on the following roll call vote. Ayes: Five. Noes: None. Absent: None. 210 / v 19. From the City Manager, recommending the contract be awarded to McGuire and Hester, low bidder, for the project of Constructing Eighth Street from Westline Drive to Portola Avenue, at the cost of $47,127.70. Councilman McCall moved the recommendation be accepted; that the contract be awarded to the desig- nated firm for the specified project at the price quoced. The motion was seconded by Councilman Rose And on roll call carried by the following. vote. Ayes: Five. Noes: None. Absent: None. 20. From the City Manager, recommending the contract be awarded to Acacia Painting Service, low bidder, for the project of Painting the Fire Stations and the Bay Farm Island Recreation Center, at the total cost of $5,955. Councilman McCall moved the recommendation be adopted and the contract be awarded to said firm for the project as 'specified at the price quoted. The motion was seconded by Councilman Rose and carried on the following roll call vote. Ayes: Five. Noes: None. Absent: None. V/ 21. From the City Planning Board, signed by the Secretary, recommending denial of the request from Mr. George Webb, 1514 Encinal Avenue, to construct a seven-foot fence along the rear and side lines of his lot. Mr. Webb had originally requested an eight-foot fence to serve as a windbreak in the full use of the patio. Further, it was pointed out there were contradictory sections of the Alameda Municipal Code with regard to processing requests for permission to erect over-height fences. Councilman Rose suggested that possibly Mr. Webb would be interested in adding one foot of pleui- Qluyy along the top of his six-foot fence - as had been approved in other instances submitted to the Council. He felt he should have the right to submit such application if he so desired. 22. v From the City Planning Board, signed by the Secretary, requesting a thirty-day extension of time for a continued Hearing on the petition filed by Mr. Robert Hannon to rezone certain property situated at the foot of Webster Street. Councilman McCall moved the request of the Planning Board for the required thirty-day extension of time be granted. The motion was seconded by Councilman Freeman and unanimously carried. � 2]. From the City Planning Board, signed by the Secretary, concerning the unkempt appearance of the old Posey Tube Ventilator House and requesting the City Council to take remedial action. Mr. Weller explained the circumstances involved in this matter and was then requested to further explore the situation with the State Division of Highways or the State Highway Commission, with regard to certain maintenance problems. 24. From the City Manager, transmitting request from Jones, Thenn and Associates, for approval of Property Division Map No, 110" subdividing 17,6 acres in Tract No. 1898. Councilman McCall moved the Council approve said Property Division Map No. 110, as recommended by the City Engineer, the City Attorney and the Planning Director. The motion was seconded by Council- , man Rose and carried on the following roll call vote. Ayes: Five. Noes: None. Absent: None. The matter was then referred to ''8eoolutiono". . 25. From the City Manager, transmitting the request from Mr. F. R. Rynberg for approval of Property Division Map No. 112, covering property lying south of Madison Street, east of Market Street (aban- doned), and recommending its approval. Councilman Rose moved the Council follow the recommendation and approve said Property Division Map No. 113, which had been checked by the City Engineer, the City Attorney and the Planning Director. The motion was seconded by Councilman La Croix and on roll call carried by the following vote. Ayes: The Clerk was instructed to so inform Mr. Webb. With regard to the Board's suggestion concerning the handling of such fence requests, Mr. Johnson and Mr. Cunningham explained that the regulation should be deleted from one section of the Alameda Municipal Code and thus allow this type of request to be taken care of by the Planning Board under the variance procedure. This change of procedure being acceptable to the Council, Councilman Freeman made a motion that the Board's recommendation be accepted and the City Attorney be instructed to prepare the necessary ordinance to amend,che Alameda Municipal Code accordingly. The motion was seconded by Councilman La Croix and carried on the following roll cull vote. Ayes: Five. Noes: None. Absent: None. Five. Noes: None. Absent: None. The matter was then referred to "Resolutions". 264 From the City Planning 8nard, signed by the Secretary, .recommending approval of Property Divi- sion Map Nn, 104, covering property known as 764, 766 and 766-A Haight Avenue. The maccer was referred to "Resolutions". INTRODUCTION OF ORDINANCES: 27. Councilman Freeman 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 the Alameda Municipal Code by Amending Article 3, Sections 1l-132(a), 11-136(a), and Deleting Sections 11 -133(c), 11-137(c) Thereof Relating to Private, Non-Commercial Swimming Pools, Boat Landings, Docks, Piers and Similar SLructurea in R-1 and R-2 Districts." 28. 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 Amending the Alameda Municipal Code by Amending Item No. 1 of Section 10-2318 Thereof, Relating to Fees for Permits and Inspections (Electrical),, UNFINISHED BUSINESS: . ~� 29.~ The President referred to his communication to the Councilmen, dated April 6, 1964, This con- tained further information relating to the closing of the Estuary Housing Project and submitted three recommendations for the Council's consideration and action. Councilman La Croix stated he had reviewed the letter completely and felt it was all encompassing on this subject. He therefore moved that Items 1, 2 and 3 of the recommendations listed on the bottom of page 2 and continued at the top of page 3, be adopted as the Council policy; that the Alameda Housing Authority be so notified and that it should take all necessary steps possible to expedite this procedure. The motion was seconded by Councilman Freeman and on roll call carried by the fol- lowing vote. Ayes: Four. Noes: Councilman McCall, (1). Absent: None. V 30. Upon the President's request at this point, City Engineer Hanna submitted an oral report of the routes proposed for a South Day Bridge Crossing as discussed before a meeting of the Toll Bridge Authority held on April 2, 1964, in San Francisco. The routes were (1) From Potrero Point in San Francisco to Bay Farm Island in Alameda and (2) From Seal Point in San Francisco to Robert's Landing in the vicinity of Hayward. Mr. Hanna said there had also been a meeting held this afternoon in Oakland for the purpose of deciding if there should be a committee to consider Bay Crossing matters. This group was comprised of representatives of the Board of Supervisors of Alameda and Contra Costa Counties, Mayors of the various cities therein, Chambers of Commerce, etcetera. A committee was formed and it was its consensus that both bridges would be necessary. Considerable discussion ensued concerning the important issue of the contemplated use of Alameda as a terminus for the proposed Southern Bay Bridge Crossing. Councilman McCall cited several large developments which would be adversely affected by such an Alameda terminus, as well as the Alameda Memorial State Beach. Be urged that Alameda take a very strong stand and oppose any attempt to have a bridge terminate in the City of Alameda. Councilman McCall suggested that Assemblyman Robert Crown be requested to arrange a meeting on this matter before the State Division of Highways in order to get some "answers" about the plans for Alameda which had been made before the City, itself, had been informed on the subject. Councilman Freeman suggested the first step in this matter should be the rescission by the Council of a resolution which she thought had been adopted in 1955 concerning the proposed freeway route along the southern periphery of Alameda. Also, the amendment of a map recently accepted by the Council indicating a line around the City of Alameda to which "Fill Projects" could be allowed., Mr. Weller also clarified certain aspects of the situation. After further discussion, Councilman La Croix stated he felt the Mayor should request a meeting between the City of Alameda and the proper State Officials on this matter. Mr. Weller was asked to contact Assemblyman Crown and the Mayor was to write another letter - both urging immediate effort to set up the desired meeting. Councilman Freeman asked that the City Clerk or the City Engineer procure copies of certain maps, Nos. 4 through 9 - which had been exhibited at the meeting of the Toll Bridge Authority held on April 7. / 31. ' Councilman McCall reiterated his plea that the matter be pursued to have a waterline installed into the Alameda Memorial State Beach to make possible the necessary sanitary facilities in order that this area could be used for recreational purposes by the Cicy. It was agreed that the matter would be referred to the Recreation Commission and Department for their review and,'report to the Council on the potential use of this area for Day Campn, etcetera. The City Manager was to discuss the situation with Mr. Mainland, Director of Recreation and Parks. NEW BUSINESS: . 32^' Ihe President gave a brief report on a group of men and women which had recently organized to work on procuring a Girl's Club in the City of Alumeda. He stated there had been several meetings held, officers had been elected and it was presently proceeding with incorporation. President Godfrey stated he, personally, was very enthusiastic about attaining the objective and he would like to go into the matter more completely when there was more time. RESOLUTIONS: 33. The following resolution was introduced by Councilman La Croix, who moved its adoption: "Resolution No. 6587 Ratifying Appointment by City Clerk of Deputy City Clerks to Verify Signatures on Freeholders Charter Amendment Petition." The motion to adopt said resolution was seconded by Councilman Rose and on roll call carried by the following vote. Ayes: Five. Noes: None. Absent: None. 34. The following resolution was introduced by Councilman La Croix, who moved its adoption: "Resolution No. 6588 Adopting Specifications for Furnishing to the City of Alameda One (1) New, Latest Model 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 Rose and on roll call carried by the following vote. Ayes: Five. Noes: None. Absent: None. 35. The following resolution was introduced by Councilman La Croix, who moved its adoption: "Resolution No. 6589 Adopting Specifications, Special Provisions and Plans for Resurfacing of Sherman Street Northerly of the Segregation Line, Calling for Bids . and Directing City Clerk to Advertise Same." The motion to adopt said resolution was seconded by Councilman Rose and on roll cull carried by'the following vote. Ayes: Five. Noes: None. Absent: None. 26, The following resolution was introduced by Councilman La Croix, who moved its adoption: "Resolution No. 6590 Adopting Specifications, Special Provisions and Plans for Installation of Standard Arch Culverts at Intersection of Santa Clara Avenue and Third Street, Calling for Bids and Directing City Clerk to Advertise Same." The motion to adopt said resolution was seconded by Councilman Rose and on roll call carried by the following vote. Ayes Five. Noes: None. Absent: None. 37. The following resolution was introduced by Councilman La Croix, who moved its adoption: "Resolution } 0n. 6591 Adopting Specifications, Special Provisions and Plans for Wrecking and Removal of Armory Building Located in Washington Park, Calling for Bids and Directing City Clerk to Advertise Same." The motion to adopt said resolution was seconded by Councilman Rose and on roll call carried by the following vote. Ayes: Five. Noes: None. Absent: None. 38. The following resolution was introduced by Councilman La Croix, who moved its adoption: ' "Resolution No. 6592 Authorizing Execution of Agreement for Construction and Completion of Improvements in Connection with Property Division Map No. 118 -- Portion of Block 12, Tract No. 1898 (Shore Line Properties, Inc.) and Approving Faithful Performance Bond as to Sufficiency." The motion to adopt said resolution was seconded by Councilman Rose and on roll call carried by the following vote. Ayes: Five, Noes: None. Absent: None. 39. The following resolution was introduced by Councilman La Croix, who moved its adoption: "Resolution No. 6593 Approving Property Division Map No. 110 and Permitting Recording Thereof." The motion to adopt said resolution was seconded by Councilman Rose and on roll call carried by the following vote. Ayes: Five. Noes: None. Absent: None. 40. The following resolution was introduced by Councilman La Croix, who moved its adoption: "Resolution No. 6594 Approving Property Division Map No, 113 for Division of Lots 7, 12, 13 and 14, Block 59 and a Portion of Market Street (Abandoned), and Permitting Recording of Said Map." The motion to adopt said resolution was seconded by Councilman Rose and on roll call carried by the following vote. Ayes: Five, Noes: None. Absent: None. 41. The following resolution was introduced by Councilman La Croix, who moved its adoption: "Resolution No. 6595 Approving Property Division Map No, 104 for Division of Property at 764, 766 and 766-A Haight Avenue, and 9ermitting'Recording Thereof." 213 The motion to adopt said resolution was seconded by Councilman Rose and on roll call carried by the following vote; Ayes: Five. Noes: None. Absent: None. 42. The following resolution was introduced by Councilman Freeman, who moved its adoption: "Resolution No. 6596 Resolution of the Council of the City of Alameda in Memoriam to William A. McArthur "WITH PROFOUND SORROW, the Council of the City of Alameda records the death of one of its former, faithful employees, WILLIAM A. McA8THUR, a Sergeant in the Police Department of the City of Alameda. "WHEREAS, Sergeant McArthur had been employed by the City of Alameda on June 23, 1943, as a Patrolman and had been promoted to the rank of Sergeant on February l, 1959, in which capacity he was working at the time of his disability retirement on November 1, 1963; and "WHEREAS, Sergeant McArthur had been a most conscientious Police Officer who was devoted to the efficient performance of his duties, and had been very cooperative and friendly with all of his Brother Officers, who have indeed been greatly saddened by his suffering and untimely death. "NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that, in recognition of Sergeant McArthur's loyal and outstanding service during the many years of his City employ, the Council of the City of Alameda does hereby express its sense of personal loss and its gratitude for the personal integrity of this fine man which was evident in his work and which engendered the esteem and amicable relations of his associates. "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 Sergeant McArthur in order to extend to its members a sincere expression of sympathy in their bereavement; and "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 WILLIAM A. McABT8DR." The motion to adopt said resolution was seconded by Councilman McCall and on roll call carried by e o �� the following i ng voce. Ayes: Five. Noes: None. Absent: None. The President then declared all of the foregoing resolutions adopted. ORDINANCES FOR PASSAGE: 43. "Ordinance No. 1456, New Series An Ordinance Amending the Alameda Municipal Code by Adding Subdivisions (32), (33) and (34) to Section 17-342, Relating to Two-Hour Parking Limit (Clement Avenue at Park Street)." Councilman McCall moved the ordinance be passed as submitted. The motion was seconded by Councilman La Croix and on roll call carried by the following vote. Ayes: Five. Noes: None, Absent: None. 44. "Ordinance No. 1457, Nev Series An Ordinance Amending the Alameda Municipal Code by Repealing Subsection (c) of Subdivision 3 of Section 17-344,1 Thereof, Relating to 24-Minute Parking Limit (2435 Blanding Avenue)." Councilman Freeman moved the ordinance be passed as submitted. The motion was seconded by Councilman Rose and on roll call carried by the following vote. Ayes: Five. Noes: None. Absent: None. FILING: 45. Specifications and Provisions No, MS 4-64-1 - For Furnishing One Cab Truck with Surveyor Body: 46. Specifications, Special Provisions and Plans 0o, PW 4-64-8 - Resurfacing Sherman Street northerly of the Segregation Line. 47. Specifications, Special Provisions and Plans No. PW 4-64-9 - Installing Arch Culvert at Santa Clara Avenue and Third Street, 48, Specifications, Special Provisions and Plans No. PW 4-64-10 - Wrecking and Removal of Armory Building in Washington Park. 49. Agreement - Between City of Alameda and Shore Line Properties, Inc., relating to Property Division Map No. 110. BILLS: 50, An itemized List of Claims against the City of Alameda and the Departments there-of, in the total amount of $38,300,38, was presented to the Council at this meeting. The List was accompanied by certificatinn 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 7, 1964, and presented to the Council at this meeting, be allowed and poid. The motion was 214 seconded by Councilman Rose and on roll call carried by the following vote. Ayes: Five. Noes: None. Absent: None. ADJOURNMENT: 51, There being no further business to come before the meeting, President Godfrey called up the audience for a moment of silence in observance of the death of William A. McArthur, Retired Police Sergeant; Ross Wright, Civic Leader; and General of the United States Army, Douglas MacArthur. The meeting adjourned in respect to the memory of these fine gentlemen - to assemble in adjourned regular session on Thursday afternoon, April 9, 1964, at 4:30 o'clock. Respectfully submitted, 1 City lerk � ��(\ ��-t,�