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1944-09-05 Regular CC MinutesREGULAR MEETING OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ALAMEDA HELD TUESDAY EVENING, SEPTEMBER 5, 1944 The meeting convened at 8:03 p. m. with President Godfrey presiding. ROLL CALL: The roll was called and Councilmen Branscheid, Howe, Jones, Osborn and President Godfrey, (5), were noted present. Absent: None. MINUTES: 1. The minutes of the regular meeting held August 15, 1944, were approved as transcribed. WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS: 2. From the War Department Division of Engineer, requesting cancellation of taxes on certain property in the City of Alameda - designated as portions of Tract 35, Map of Alameda Marsh Land - which has been acquired by the United States of America. A letter was also read from the City Attorney with reference to this,matter, stat- ing the only taxes involved in the request for cancellation are the City taxes for 1944-1945. The matter was referred to "Resolutions." 3. From the United States of America, Federal Works Agency, submitting its Offer for Maintenance and. Operation, together with the Terms and Conditions, for making a contribution toward supplying recreational facilities for servicemen and indus- trial war workers in the City of Alameda. Mayor Godfrey inquired of the City Manager if this "Offer" was in accordance with the request of the City of Alameda and he was informed that it was in line with our present arrangement. The matter was then referred to "Resolutions." 4. From the Alameda Chamber of Commerce, with attached resolution adopted by its Board of Directors, requesting the Council to take whatever action necessary to assure the removal of all temporary housing units in the City as soon after cessa- tion of hostilities as possible. Mayor Godfrey instructed the City Clerk to inform the Alameda Chamber of Commerce that the Council definitely concurs in its attitude on this subject and it has been the policy of the Council from the beginning to eliminate these temporary housing units when the need has been abolished. The Housing Authority of the City of Ala- meda also agrees with the opinion of the Council and the Chamber of Commerce con- cerning the removal of all temporary housing and will act accordingly. The communication and resolution were referred to the Committee of the Whole for future action. 5:/ From the County of Alameda, Tax Collector's Office, requesting the Council's approval of sale at public auction of certain tax deeded property situated on the south line of Buena Vista Avenue, beginning 206.25 feet east of Stanton Street and more specifically described in the communication. A letter was also presented from the Deputy Auditor concerning this request, recom- mending the Council approve the sale of the property in question. Councilman Jones moved the report of the Deputy Auditor be accepted and that the County Tax Collector be notified the City Council is agreeable to the sale at pub- lic auction of the property described above. The motion was seconded by Councilman Branscheid and on roll call carried by the following vote. Ayes: Councilmen Branscheid, Howe, Jones, Osborn and President Godfrey, (5). Noes: None. Absent: None. 6:/ At this time, Mayor Godfrey presented a letter from Mrs. Loreme R. Beatie, City Clerk, which he stated he would read with great reluctance. Mrs. Beatie tendered her resignation as City Clerk of the City of Alameda, effective upon acceptance by the City Council, and in no event to be later than October 15, 1944. Mayor Godfrey expressed his regret concerning Mrs. Beatie's resignation and spoke of her excellent service to the City and her proficiency in the office of City Clerk. He stated it would be most difficult to replace her. Mayor Godfrey suggested that no action be taken at this time but the communication be referred to the Committee of the Whole. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS: 7. Mr. Frank Gottstein addressed the Council with regard to transportation difficulties and the great need for continued efforts of City, County and State officials to procure a second tube under the Estuary between Oakland and Alameda. Mr. Gottstein was assured that all concerned were taking whatever action possible for the best interests of the City in this respect. ORDINANCES FOR INTRODUCTION: 8. Councilman Osborn introduced the following ordinance, after which it was laid over under provision of law and the Charter: "Ordinance No. New Series An Ordinance Fixing the Rate and Levying a Tax on All Real and Personal Property in the City of Alameda for the Fiscal Year 1944-1945, and Apportioning the Same Among the Several Funds of the City." UNFINISHED BUSINESS: v/ 9. Mayor Godfrey called upon the City Manager for a report with regard to the request of Councilman Branscheid, made at the regular meeting of the Council held August 15, 1944, for an investigation concerning the condition of the street along theAlameda Belt Line tracks on Clement Avenue, east of Park Street. The City Manager stated he had submitted a report to the Alameda Belt Line, con- sisting of photographs of the actual conditions prevalent. Subsequently, he had received acknowledgement from an official of the Alameda Belt Line, stating the street repair work was being given active attention and the company hopes to pro- ceed shortly. 10. Concerning complaints received with regard to the many low-flying aeroplanes, the City Manager also verbally reported that the matter had been taken up with Army and Navy Officials and he was assured they had adopted a strict policy of punishing all offenders by court martial. RESOLUTIONS: 11. The following resolution was introduced by Councilman Howe, who moved its adoption: "Resolution No. 3034 Approving and Adopting a Budget for the Fiscal Year 1944-1945; Appropriating Certain Moneys for the Expenditures Provided in Said Budget for Said Fiscal Year; and Ratifying Certain Expenditures Heretofore Made." The motion to adopt said resolution call carried by the following vote. Osborn and President Godfrey, (5). Mayor declared said resolution duly was seconded by Councilman Osborn and on roll Ayes: Councilmen Branscheid, Howe, Jones, Noes: None. Absent: None. Thereupon the adopted and passed. 12. The following resolution was introduced by Councilman Jones, who moved its adoption: "Resolution No. 3035 Accepting the Offer of the United States of America in Connection with Defense Public Work Project Identified as Project No. Calif. 4-M-341." The motion to adopt said resolution was seconded by Councilman Branscheid and on roll call carried by the following vote. Ayes: Councilmen Branscheid, Howe, Jones, Osborn and President Godfrey, (5). Noes: None. Absent: None. There- upon the Mayor declared said resolution duly adopted and passed. 13. The following resolution was introduced by Councilman Howe, who moved its adoption: "Resolution No. 3036 Fixing the Salary of the Position of Sweeper Operator." The motion to adopt said resolution was seconded by Councilman Jones and on roll call carried by the following vote. Ayes: Councilmen Branscheid, Howe, Jones, Osborn and President Godfrey, (5). Noes: None. Absent: None. Thereupon the Mayor declared said resolution duly adopted and passed. 14. The following resolution was introduced by Councilman Branscheid, who moved its adoption: "Resolution No. 3037 Cancelling City Taxes on Property Acquired by the United States of America." The motion to adopt said resolution was seconded by Councilman Osborn and on roll call carried by the following vote. Ayes: Councilmen Branscheid, Howe, Jones, Osborn and President Godfrey, (5). Noes: None. Absent: None. Thereupon the Mayor declared said resolution duly adopted and passed. 15. The following resolution was introduced by Councilman Osborn, who moved its adoption: "Resolution No. 3038 Adopting Specifications and Provisions for Resurfacing and Repair of Asphalt and Bituminous Pavement for the Fiscal Year Ending June 30, 1945." The motion to adopt said resolution was seconded by Councilman Howe and on roll call carried by the following vote. Ayes: Councilmen Branscheid, Howe, Jones, Osborn and President Godfrey, (5). Noes: None. Absent: None. Thereupon the Mayor declared said resolution duly adopted and passed. FILING: 16. Financial Statement - Goodell, Byers & Henry - Bureau of Electricity, as of July 31, 1944. 17. Annual Report - Goodell, Byers & Henry - City of Alameda, Fiscal Year 1943-1944. 18. Annual Report - Goodell, Byers & Henry - Public Utilities Board - Fiscal Year 1943-1944. 19. Auditor's Balance Sheet - Month ending August 31, 1944. 20. Offer from United States of America - Federal Works Agency - For Maintenance and Operation of Recreational Facilities. 21. Budget - For Fiscal Year 1944-1945. 22. Specifications - For Resurfacing and. Repairing Pavements in City during Fiscal Year ending June 30, 1945. BILLS: 23. An itemized List of Claims against the City of Alameda and the General Departments of the City in the total amount of $788.34, was presented to the Council at this meeting. Councilman Branscheid moved the bills as itemized in the List of Claims filed with the City Clerk on September 5, 1944, and presented to the Council at this time, be allowed and paid. The motion was seconded by Councilman Osborn and on roll call carried by the following vote. Ayes: Councilmen Branscheid, Howe, Jones, Osborn and President Godfrey, (5). Noes: None. Absent: None. ADJOURNMENT: 24. There being no further business to transact, the Council adjourned to assemble in regular session on Tuesday evening, September 19, 1944, at 8:00 p. m• Respectfully submitted, Deput City Clerk