1963-05-21 Regular CC MinutesREGULAR MEETING OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ALAMEDA
HELD TUESDAY EVENING AY 2 1963
The meeting convened at 7:30 o'clock p.m. with President Godfrey presiding. 7be,Pled8e of Alle-
giance was led by Councilman Freeman and was followed by an inspiring Invocation delivered by The
Reverend Mr. Raymond Miller, Assistant Pastor of First Baptist Church.
ROLL CALL:
The roll was called and Councilmen Freeman, La Croix, Jr., McCall, Rose and President Godfrey,
(5), were noted present. Absent: Nnne,
l.~ Councilman Freeman requested that the minutes of the meeting of May 7, 1963, show that Vice Mayor
McCall and the Acting City Attorney had left the Council Chamber temporarily during the meeting.
Councilman McCall made the statement to the effect that if anyone speaking under "Oral Communications"
infringed upon the privilege of the floor by becoming abusive to the Council or any individual member
thereof, he felt he had the right to excuse himself from the Council Chamber until that person had
finished speaking - and then he would be happy to return.
President Godfrey asked the City Clerk to indicate that Councilman McCall had left the Council Chamber
with permission because he had thought he was being abused and that he had left lanfully.
The minutes of said meeting were then approved as corrected and the minutes of the special meeting
held May 14, 1963, were approved as transcribed.
WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS: '
2. From Mr. Richard L. Montgomery, 1423 Cottage Street, requesting permission to build a redwood
fence seven feet in height and twenty-two feet in length along the south side line of his property.
Upon the explanation that there was no objection to this matter from the City Building Inspector or
the adjacent residents, Councilman La Croix moved the request be granted and Mr. Montgomery be allowed
to build said seven-foot fence as indicated. The motion was seconded by Councilman Rose and carried
on' the following roll call vote. Ayes: Five. Noes: None. Absent: None.
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2.~ / From Mr. J. R. T. Montin, 1519-1521 Lincoln Avenue, authorizing and requesting the withdrawal
of his petition to rezone his property, from further consideration.
The request was referred to the matter listed under "Reports" on the agenda which was the subject of
a recommendation from the City Planning Board.
4., From Board of Directors, Alameda Chamber of Commerce, signed by Mr. Elvin Larsen, President,
proposing the adoption of an ordinance relating to "fire" and "close out" sales of retail businesses.
The communication was referred to the City Manager for his review of the circumstances. It was also
requested that the Council be furnished with copies of such an ordinance now in effect in the City
of San Leandro.
In connection with this, the subject of rummage sales was brought up and the question of regulations
thereon was raised. It was felt that possibly some were not bona fide rummage sales for the benefit
of organizations for their service projects. Further consideration was to be given the subject after
receipt of the reports on this entire matter.
ORAL COMMUNICATIONS:
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5. Mrs. Inez Kapellas, 1610 Enoinal Avenue, inquired if the Workable Program as listed under
"Unfinished Business" was to be discussed at this meeting, and if so, she had several questions she
desired to present at that time.
President Godfrey replied that he was going to ask at the proper time that the Council lay the matter
over in view of the Assistant City Manager's absence due to illness, since he had been the liaison
official between the City and the other agencies involved.
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h., Mr. G. N. Pope, 1820 Bay Street, referred to the re-alignment of the northwest corner of Sherman
Street and Buena Vista Avenue, which was to facilitate the turning of the large trucks using this
route. He claimed that in carrying out this project the distance between the curb and the line of
the property located on this corner had been greatly reduced which lessened the value of the property
itself and was detrimental to the block. Mr. Pope objected to this because, while he admitted this
was an improvement in the street alignment, it was being done at the expense of the property owners
in the area.
7:/ Mr. Frank A. Gnttateln, 731 Haight Avenue, spoke of the added traffic problems on Webster Street
due to the Posey Tube approaches. He also requested that a study be made about widening Webster Street
north from Buena Vista Avenue to the Segregation Line to give an extra lane of traffic.
8.v/ Mr. Herbert SheImmdine, 835 Laurel Street, commented that he felt any Councilman who wished to
leave the Council Chamber during a meeting should be excused by the Chair.
REPORTS OF OFFICERS, BOARDS_, ETCETERA:, .
9~' From City Planning Board, signed by the Secretary, recommending denial of the petition filed by
J. R. I. and Alice K. Montin, requesting the reclassification of their property at 1519-1521 Lincoln
Avenue from the "R-2" District to the "R-4" District.
Pertinent to this matter and in accordance with the petitioner's request in his letter already sub-
mitted at this meeting, Councilman Freeman moved the Council approve the withdrawal of Mr. Montin's
petition from further consideration. The motion was seconded by Councilman La Croix and carried on
the following roll call vote. Ayes: Five. Noes: None, Absent: None.
lO. From City Planning Board, signed by the Secretary, recommending denial of the petition filed by
Calvary Baptist Church requesting reclassification of property at 1601-1605 Broadway from the "R-4",
Neighborhood Apartment District, to the "R-5", General Apartment District.
The matter was set for Public Hearing thereon at the next regular meeting of the City Council, to
be held June 4, 1983.
11. From City Planuiug,Board, signed by the Secretary, recommending adoption of proposed amendments
to Article 4-C, Sec. 11-14C2 of the Alameda Municipal Code (Zoning Ordinance) relating to Accessory
Parking Spaces Required.
The Public Hearing on this matter, too, was set for the next regular meeting of the Council on
June 4, 1963.
12. From City Manager, concerning the Installation of Playground Equipment in Woodstock Park Tiny
Tot Area - recommending the only bid be rejected and he be authorized to negotiate and purchase said
items in the open market, under provision of Sec. 3-15 of the City Charter.
Councilman Rose moved the recommendation be adopted; that the bid be rejected And the City Manager
be authorized to negotiate and purchase said equipment in the open market, as provided in Sec. 3-15
of the City Charter. The motion was seconded by Councilman La Croix and carried on the following
roll call vote. Ayes: Five. Noes: None. Absent: None.
Councilman McCall suggested that during the course of these negotiations, the citizens and organiza-
tions of the City be made aware of the fact that the City was willing and able to accept all kinds
of gifts on behalf of or in a memorial to any person. He cited, for example, the donation made by
the Rotary Club toward the development of the Tiny Tot Area in Krusi Park and its contribution of the
locomotive for Washington Park playground. Be remarked that all organizations and service clubS
should have their attention called to these types of gifts for children's recreational purposes, upon
which the City looks with favor, and the Press should be asked to assist in publicizing this fact.
Councilman La Croix pointed up the very worthwhile contribution of over ¢900. made by the residents
in the vicinity of Woodstock Park for the improvement of that recreational facility.
13. From City Manager, recommending contract be awarded to Gallagher & Burk, Inc., low bidder, for
the project of Resurfacing Golf Course Memorial Road and a Portion of the Golf Course Parking Lot,
at the total cost of $13,567.60.
Councilman Freeman moved the recommendation be adopted; that contract be awarded to the designated
firm for the specific project at the price quoted. The motion was seconded by Councilman Rose and
on roll call carried by the following vote. Ayes: Five. Noes: None. Absent: 0ooe,
l4/- om City Planning Board, signed by the Secretary, requesting an extension of time of ninety
days in which to consider the petition from Mr. George Thomsen to rezone his property at 1818 Fourth
Street from the "8-l" District to the "R-4" District.
Councilman La Croix moved the Council grant the extension of time as requested by the Planning Board
for the purpose set forth. The motion was seconded by Councilman Rose and carried on the following
roll call vote. Ayes: Five. Noes: None. Absent: None.
INTRODUCTION OF ORDINANCES:
15. President Godfrey 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 the Conveyance by Quitclaim Deed of a Certain
City-Owned Public Utilities Easement to C. Robert Ide, Patricia E. Ide,
John Anthony and Lorraine Lee Anthony."
Mr. Weller referred to a memorandum from the City Engineer in which it was stated that all of the
utility companies had indicated that there was no use now, or in prospect, for this easement.
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16. Councilman Rose introduced the following ordinance as an emergency measure, pointing up the fact
that the language in Subdivision 32 thereof would read as follows, in line with the recommendation of
the Traffic Advisory Committee: "South side of Shore Line Drive - no stopping, parking or standing
between the hours of 9:00 a. rn. and 8:00 p.m. at any time." Also, "Section 3 - This ordinance is
hereby declared to be a measure for the immediate preservation of the public peace, health and safety
and a6all.take effect immediately. The City Council of the City of Alameda finds that the traffic
congestion sought to be relieved by enactment of this ordinance is such that passage of police, fire
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and other emergency equipment into the area affected is delayed, hindered and restricted and that
the existing condition constitutes an immediate threat to the protection of public peace, life and
property".
"Ordinance No.
New Series
An Ordinance Amending the Alameda Municipal Code by Adding Subdivision
(8) to Section 17~232 Thereof, Relating to the Prohibition of U Turns,
and Adding Subdivision (32) to Section 17-333, Relating to Limited No
Parking." (Shore Line Drive)
The Ordinance was then referred to "Ordinances for Passage", in line with its emergency nature.
Councilman McCall inquired at this time why his suggestion that Shore Line Drive be made a "one-way"
street had not been recommended by the Traffic Committee. He felt this would be a safeguard for
pedestrians. Mr. Hanna explained the Committee had thought it was not necessary to make this
thoroughfare a one-way street and, furthermore, it was thought such would be an inconvenience to the
many people living in the apartments on the north side of Shore Line Drive. He pointed out there
had been no pedestrian accidents and it was the feeling of the Committee`that the prohibition of
parking now proposed would correct the problem which had existed.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS:
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17. Laid over from the last Council meeting was the matter of the request from the Redevelopment
Agency for the Council to take the necessary actions which would lead to an effective re-certification
of the Workable Program for Community Improvement.
The President stated that, as he had explained earlier in the meeting, he would appreciate the Coun-
cil's agreement to laying the matter over again until the Council meeting of June 4, 1903, inasmuch
as Mr. Clark, Assistant City Manager, was the one who had been working with the Federal Agency in
this matter, and would be able to answer the many questions which would probably arise. There being
no objections, it was so ordered.
Councilman Freeman stated she had received a letter from Nr. Walter Monasch, Executive Director of
the Redevelopment Agency, in which he had mentioned that a report on the economic feasibility of the
project was due the latter part of May. She asked if the Council could have said document prior to
the next meeting, when the subject was to be discussed. Mr. Monasch stated the report in question
had nothing to do With the Workable Program.
NEW BUSINESS:
18/ Councilman La Croix stated he felt there was definitely a problem in the South Shore Beach area
and, with the approaching vacation period, he thought some action should be taken as soon as possible
to effect some remedy of the conditions. He recommended the matter be referred to the Alameda Recrea-
tion Commission for a complete study of the circumstances and its recommendations for beach regula-
tions and proper conduct in the area - covering all phases such as loitering, games, fishing and
drinking. He asked that this survey be made as expeditiously as possible so the Council could have
the recommendations by its next meeting.
It was suggested the Commission be asked to holda special meeting on this matter, in view of the
time element of its regularly scheduled meetings. The Clerk was directed to make said request of
the Decreotioo Commission.
19. Councilman McCall spoke of the recent newspaper article wherein he had noted that an allocation
of approximately $60,000. of State Highway funds had been made to build a new gate off Webster Street
for the Naval Air Station. He referred to the traffic difficulties of Todd Shipyard employees at
the intersection of Atlantic Avenue and Main Street, and suggested that, since the Navy had been
granted this State aid in connection with the proposed new route through. this area,-it might be an
opportune time to approach the Navy on a cooperative basis with the City and industry, to allow the
employees of Todd Shipyard to use the new road, and thus avoid the intersection of Atlantic Avenue
and Main Street, which had been a bottleneck for said workers. He asked that the City Manager and
the City Engineer investigate and report on the feasibility of said road through Navy property being
used as suggested. It was so ordered.
20� Councilman Freeman referred to a letter addressed to the Mayor from The Honorable Leland W.
Sweeney, Supervisor, Third District, Alameda, County Board of Supervisors, concerning the proposed
closing of the Alameda Clinic for out-patient services. She asked that Mr. Weller keep the Council
informed about when the County planned to take definite action in this respect.
The President explained that he had received Mr. Sweeney's letter and also a letter in protest
agains t such closing, too late to be on the Council agenda for this meeting. Therefore, he had given
them to the Clerk and they would be on the agenda for the next regular meeting of the Council.
Mr. Weller stated it was his understanding that the continuation of the Alameda Clinic was provided
for in the County Budget as it presently stood, but it was, apparently, the intention of the Board
of Supervisors to take it out if there was no expression from the City Council. He said he dt6not
know exactly when final action would be tmkeu.
Following discussion of the situation, it was auggeatmdthmt the Alameda County Board of Supervisors
be informed that the Council of the City of Alameda planned to consider and take action on this matter
at its meeting of June 4, 1963, and would then advise the Board of its official position. Further,
it was requested that the Board hold its action in abeyance pending a decision by the Alameda City
Council.
The Clerk was directed to write such a communication to Supervisor Sweeney.
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RESOLUTIONS:
21. The following resolution was introduced by Councilman Rose, who moved its adoption:
"Resolution No. 6472
Creating a Special Fund or Account to.be Known as 'Garbage and Refuse
Disposal Fund'."
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.
22. The following resolution was introduced by Councilman McCall, who moved its adoption:
"Resolution No. 6473
Adopting Specifications for Furnishing to the City of Alameda for the
Fiscal Year Ending June 30, 1964, Class 'B' Portland Cement Concrete
Transit Mix, Calling for Bids and Directing City Clerk to Advertise Same."
,The motion to adopt said resolution was seconded by Councilman Freeman and on roll call carried by
the following vote. Ayes: Five. Noes: None. Absent: None.
23. The Followiug,reoolutioo was introduced by Councilman McCall, who moved its adoption:
"Resolution No. 6474
Adopting Specifications, Special Provisions and Plans for Resurfacing of
Streets in the City of Alameda, Calling for Bids and Directing City Clerk
to Advertise Same."
The motion to adopt said resolution was seconded by Councilman Freeman and on roll call carried by
the following vo
24. The following resolution was introduced by Councilman McCall, who moved its adoption:
"Resolution No. 6475
Adopting Specifications, Special Provisions and Plans for Installation of
House Laterals, Repair of Portland Cement Concrete Sidewalk, Driveway, Curb
` and Gutter, and Minor Street Patching with Asphalt Concrete for the Fiscal
Year Ending June 30" 1964, Calling for Bids and Directing City Clerk to
Advertise Same,"
The motion to adopt said resolution was seconded by Councilman Freeman and on roll call carried by the
following
The President then declared all of the foregoing resolutions adopted.
ORDINANCES FOR PASSAGE;
25. "Ordinance No. 1424,
New Series
An Ordinance Amending the Alameda Municipal Code by Adding Subdivisions (21)
Through (27) to Section 17-442 Thereof, Relating to Electrically Operated
Traffic Control Signals."
Councilman Freeman moved the ordinance be adopted 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.
26. "Ordinance No. 1425,
New Series
An Ordinance Amending the Alameda Municipal Code by Amending Section 1l-1334(a)
Thereof and by Adding Subsection (e) to Section 11-1335, Relating to Gasoline
Service Stations in C-2 Districts."
Councilman La Croix moved the ordinance be adopted as submitted. The motion was seconded by Council-
man Rose and on roll call carried by the following vote. Ayes: Five. Noes: None. Absent: None.
Councilman McCall stated that at the time the ordinance was introduced he had expressed his objection
to it on the basis that he felt it was possibly discriminatory. Be said now, however, after having
investigated more thoroughly, he found the proposed Use Permit procedure would give the opportunity
for evaluation of each case on an economic basis and he would concur with the unanimous vote.
27. "Ordinance Ordinance No. 1426,
New Series
An Ordinance Amending the Alameda Municipal Code by Adding Subdivision (8) to
Section 17-232 Thereof, Relating to the Prohibition of U Turns, and Adding
Subdivision (32) to Section 17-333, Relating to Limited No Parking." (Shore
Line Drive)
Councilman Rose moved the ordinance be adopted as submitted. The motion was seconded by Council-
man McCall and on roll call carried by the following vote. Ayes: Fine. Noes: None. Absent: None.
This ordinance, having been enacted with a declaration of emergency, becomes effective immediately.
FILING:
28. Specifications and Provisions No. MS 5-63-9 - Furnishing Class 'B' Portland Cement Concrete
Transit Mix for fiscal year 1903-64.
29. Specifications, Special Provisions and Plans No. PW 5-63-9 - Installation of House Laterals
for fiscal year 1963-64.
30. Specifications, Special Provisions and Plans No. PW 5-83-10 - Resurfacing of Various Streets.
31. Specifications, Special Prnviathno and Plans No. PW 5-63-11 - Minor.Street.Patchiug with
Asphalt Concrete for fiscal year 1963-64.
32. Specifications, Special Proviolons and Plans No. PW 5-63-12 - Repair of Portland Cement
Concrete Sidewalk, Driveway, Curb and Gutter for fiscal year 1963-64.
BILLS:
33. An itemized List of Claims against the City of Alameda and the Departments thereof, in the total
amount of $41,806.48, 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
May 21, 1963, 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: Five. Noes:
None. Absent: None.
34. At this point, President Godfrey asked that the Council retire to Room 303 for an executive
session to discuss certain personnel matters.
ADJOURNMENT:
35. Following the executive session, there being no further business to come before the meeting,
the Council adjourned - to assemble in regular session on Tuesday evening, June 4, 1963, at 7:30
o'clock.
Respectfully submitted,