1979-05-01 Regular CC MinutesREGULAR MEETING OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ALAMEDA
HELD TUESDAY - - MAY 1, 1979
Convened at 7:30 o'clock p.m. with President Corica presiding. Pledge of
Allegiance led by Councilman Tillman; Invocation delivered by Reverend Ronald
Barton, Minister, First Congregational Church.
ROLL CALL: Present: Councilmen Diament, Sherratt, Stone, Tillman, and President
Corica, (5). Absent: None.
CONSENT CALENDAR: Councilman Sherratt moved adoption of the consent calendar,
seconded by Councilman Diament, carried on unanimous roll call vote. Those items so
enacted, approved, or adopted are identified by an asterisk (*).
Note: The proceedings of City Council meetings are taped in their entirety. Tapes
are on file in the Office of the City Clerk.
WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS:
79-289 From Mrs. A. J. Cavana, 3034 Flora Vista, concerning street signage at
Mecartney Road and Verdemar Drive.
The City Engineer noted a new sign had been ordered for the intersection.
Councilman Sherratt moved the communication be received, and Mrs. Cavana be notified
the stgn was on order, seconded by Councilman Diament, carried on unanimous voice vote.
79-290 From Mr. Stephen A. Lundin, 909 Shorepoint Court, #302, regarding timing of
traffic signals on Webster Street.
The City Engineer reported the malfunction in the lights had been determined and
would be corrected soon.
Councilman Sherratt moved the communication be received, and Mr. Lundin be notified
of the City Engineer's report, seconded by Councilman Tillman, carried on unanimous
voice vote.
79-291 Petition signed by 37 residents concerning the possible relocation of the
Municipal Court.
Councilman Sherratt moved copies of the petition be forwarded to each Alameda County
Supervisor, seconded by Councilman Stone, carried on unanimous voice vote.
REPORTS AND RECOMMENDATIONS:
79-292 Held over from the meeting of March 13, 1979, from the City Manager reporting
on City Fiscal or Business Projects accomplished or underway and setting priority
for pending projects.
Councilman Sherratt moved the Councilmen submit recommendations for deletions from the
list of Council Referrals to the City Manager within the next week, seconded by
Councilman Stone, carried on unanimous voice vote.
79-293 Held over from the meeting of March 13, 1979, from the City Manager concerning
the Capital Improvement Program.
City Manager Goss cursorily reviewed the Capital Improvement Program. He stated the
Program, as presented, would cost approximately $10,800,000, but that several
projects would possibly be deleted, due to lack of funding and difficulties with
the HCDA application. Mr. Goss also reviewed those projects currently on the
unfunded list. He then explained the possibility of the City forming one or more
non-profit corporations to fund certain projects. This policy would be a deviation
from the past City policy of "pay-aslyou-go" instead of borrowing funds to complete
a project.
Following discussion, it was the consensus of the Council that the Fernside Extension
project be given first priority. Councilman Sherratt moved the Oak Street projects
be held in abeyance until such time as the Council had received a status report on the
Fernside Extension project, seconded by Councilman Diament, carried on unanimous voice
vote.
Councilman Sherratt moved the City Manager be directed to explore the possibility of
forming a non-profit corporation to fund construction of a par-3 golf course, the
solid waste disposal site perimeter protection device, and the corporation yard,
seconded by Councilman Diament, carried on unanimous voice vote.
Councilman Sherratt moved that if Fifth, Sixth, and Seventh Year HCDA funds were
not approved, those projects to be funded by HCDA be moved to the unfunded list
except for the $6,000 for the Buena Vista Park fence, which would then be funded by
the Park and Recreation Fund; seconded by Councilman Diament, carried on unanimous
voice vote.
Mr. Robert Hudkins, 3319 Central Avenue, President of the Library Board, announced the
Friends of the Library Book Sale to be held May 11 and 12 to raise funds for
construction and furnishing the proposed Bay Farm Island Branch Library, currently
the first item on the unfunded list. He also urged Alamedans to attend a play at the
Adelphian Club on May 4, the proceeds of the play to be used for Library purposes.
Councilman Sherratt moved adoption of the balance of the Capital Improvements Program
as presented, with the amendments as noted, seconded by Councilman Diament, carried
on unanimous voice vote.
79-294 Held over from the meeting of April 17, 1979, from the City Manager concerning
the Golf Commission proposal regarding development of a par-3 Golf Course and banquet
hall facility on Bay Farm Island.
President Corica reported Harbor Bay Isle Associates were preparing cost figures
covering use of their heavy equipment.
Councilman Tillman moved an agreement be drawn up with a consultant to perform a
feasibility study for the course and banquet facility, to be paid for from the
Capital Improvements Fund, seconded by Councilman Diament, carried on unanimous voice
vote.
79-295 From the Ad Hoc Efficiency Committee, requesting time for submission of
reports about the Fire Department, the contract with the Alameda Hospital for
emergency services, and the Personnel Department,
The Council set the following dates for the reports: May 15 for the report on the
Fire Department; June 5 for the report on the Alameda Hospital; and June 19 for the
report on the Personnel Department.
*79-296 From the Planning Board,signed by the Secretary, concerning Rezoning Petition
R-79-4 to reclassify from R-1, Single Family Residential District, to R-1-PD, Single
Family Residential District with a Planned Development Overlay, property located at
2900 Central Avenue (Applicant: Terry Lufkin, et al). The Council set the hearing
date for May 15, 1979.
79-297 From the Planning Board, signed by the Secretary, concerning a proposal to
change street names in Village II, Harbor Bay Isle (Ponderosa Homes).
Councilman Sherratt moved approval of the report and recommended changes and concurrence
with the Planning Board recommendation that the word "Harbor" be spelled uniformly
throughout the development, seconded by Councilman Diament, carried on unanimous voice
vote.
*79-298 The Council approved the recommendations of the City Manager regarding
inspection and surveying consultants for construction of City Line Road.
79-299 From the Golf Commission concerning Capital Equipment Replacements.
Councilman Sherratt moved the report be accepted and referred to consideration of
the 1979-80 budget, seconded by Councilman Diament, carried on unanimous voice vote.
79-300 From the City Clerk submitting her resignation effective June 30, 1979.
Councilman Sherratt moved the resignation be accepted with. a great deal of regret and
an expression of the Council's gratitude, and that an appropriate resolution be
prepared, seconded by Councilman Diament, carried on unanimous voice vote.
COUNCIL REFERRALS:
79-301 Consideration of appointments to Golf Commission (2); Planning Board (1);
and Social Service Human Relations Board (1).
The appointments to the Golf Commission were held over to the meeting of May 15, at
the request of Councilman Stone.
Social Service Human Relations Board: President Corica placed in nomination the name
of Frank Molina, seconded by Councilman Diament, carried on unanimous voice vote.
Planning Board: President Corica placed in nomination the name of James T. Kennedy,
seconded by Councilman Sherratt, carried on unanimous voice vote.
The City Attorney was requested to prepare appropriate appointing resolutions for
the meeting of May 15.
79-302 Concerning appointment of Councilman Tillman as delegate to ACTEB/ACAP.
President Corica nominated Councilman Tillman to replace Councilman Diament, seconded
by Councilman Sherratt, carried on unanimous voice vote.
79-303 Councilman Tillman suggested the City obtain an appraisal on 1317 Pacific
and consider selling this property. He requested the §ubject be discussed at the
next meeting of May 15.
79-304 Councilman Tillman suggested the Council hold A.joint meeting with the Public
Utilities Board to discuss the proposed Solid Waste Electric Generating Plant.
The Council agreed to set the date at the next regular meeting of May 15.
79-305 Councilman Diament questioned whether the School District had replied to
a letter from the City Manager regarding use of a portion of Washington School as a
Senior Center. The City Manager reported he had not received a response.
79-306 President Corica questioned whether the Council had authorized payment of dues
to the U.S. Conference of Mayors, and whether the Council approved of his attendance
at the meeting of the Committee on Energy and Environment in June. The City Manager
reported the dues were paid. The consensus of the Council was to approve the
attendance of the Mayor at the meeting. It was noted by President Corica that Bureau
General Manager Jack Shepard served as Technical Staff for the City on the Committee.
COUNCIL COMMUNICATIONS:
79-307 Councilman Tillman announced the Department of Motor Vehicles would have a
special office open for Senior Citizens at the Bay Farm Island Recreation Center on
one Wednesday each month, starting May2.
79-308 Councilman Diament noted a letter had been received from ABAG approving the
City's Fifth Year HCDA application.
79-309 Councilman Diament questioned what was being done in response to a letter
from the West End Business Association regarding crime in their area. President
Corica responded he planned to meet with the Association to determine the nature
of their concerns.
79-310 Councilman Stone, on behalf of the Council, welcomed the newly appointed
Personnel Director, J. Bruce Rupp.
RESOLUTIONS:
*79-311 "Resolution No. 9078, Authorizing Execution of Amendment to P.W. 8-78-8
Agreement Between City and Valley Crest Landscape, Inc. Relating to Construction of
Washington Park, Phase III, and Rescinding Resolution No. 9071." Adopted.
*79-312 "Resolution No. 9079, Accepting Proposal for Surveying and Inspection of City
Line Road Submitted by Jones-Tillson & Associates, Civil Engineers, and Authorizing
City Manager to Enter Into an Agreement With Said Firm." Adopted.
The President declared foregoing Resolutions adopted,
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INTRODUCTION OF ORDINANCES:
79-313 "Ordinance No. N.S., Amending Fire Code Permit Fees as Established by
City Of Alameda Ordinance No, 1929, N.S."
Reverend Richard Neely of the Alameda Baptist Church, Reverend Donald Longbottom
of the Immanuel Baptist Church, and Reverend Ronald Crees of the Church of the
Nazarene, spoke in opposition to application of this ordinance to non-profit
organizations.
The ordinance was introduced on motion made by Councilman Sherratt, seconded by
Councilman Stone, carried on the following roll call vote: Ayes: Five. Noes:
None. Absent: None.
79-314 "Ordinance No. 1970, N.S., Amending Certain Portions of the Alameda Municipal
Code Relating to Traffic Regulations." Introduced and passed on motion made by
Councilman Sherratt, seconded by Councilman Diament, carried on the following roll
call vote: Ayes: Five. Noes: None. Absent: None.
ORDINANCES FOR PASSAGE:
*79-315 "Ordinance No. 1971, N.S., An Ordinance Reclassifying and Rezoning Certain
Property Within the City of Alameda by Amending Zoning Ordinance No. 1277, New
Series. (R;79-5)" Passed.
*79-316 "Ordinance No. 1972, N.S., Amending the Alameda Municipal Code by Repealing
Section 13-1926 Thereof Relating to License Fees for Fortune Telling, Mediumship,
etc." Passed.
BILLS:
*79-317 The Council approved payment of an Itemized List of Claims, certified by
the City Manager as correct, in the amount of $216,095.94.
ORAL COMMUNICATIONS, GENERAL:
79-318 Mr. Harold Richardson, 1618 Benton, questioned the constitutionality of the
possible closing of a church if it was found to be in violation of fire inspection
requirements. The City Attorney noted that churches are not exempt from the health
and safety requirements of city, county, state, and federal governments.
FILING:
*79-319 Financial and Operating Reports of Bureau of Electricity, for months ended
November 30, 1978, December 31, 1978, and January 31, 1979.
-Amendment to Agreement with Valley Crest Landscaping, Inc., re Washington Park, Phase III.
-Agreement with Jones-Tillson & Associates re Consultant Services, City Line Road.
ADJOURNMENT:
Councilman Diament moved the Council adjourn to executive session for discussion of
litigation and personnel matters, seconded by Councilman Sherratt, carried on
unanimous voice vote. At the conclusion of discussion, it was determined no
action would be taken at this time.
There being no further business to come before the meeting, the Council adjourned
at 11:15 o'clock p.m., to assemble in regular session on Tuesday, May 15, 1979,
at 7:30 o'clock p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
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City Clerk
SPECIAL MEETING OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ALAMEDA
HELD TUESDAY MAY 7, 1979
Convened at 6:00 o'clock p.m. with President Corica presiding.
ROLL CALL: Present: Councilmen Diament, Sherratt, Stone, Tillman and President
Corica, (5). Absent: None. Also present: Housing Authority Chairman Ferro.
Receipt of the Notice and Agenda of this Special Meeting had been acknowledged by
the Councilmen and was on file. Purpose of the special session was for an executive
session for a discussion of litigation and personnel matters and action thereon,
if desired.
79-320 Councilman Sherratt moved the Council adjourn to executive session for a
discussion of litigation and personnel matters, seconded by Councilman Diament,
carried on unanimous voice vote. At the conclusion of discussion, it was determined
no action would be taken at this time.
ADJOURNMENT:
There being no further business to come before the meeting, the Council adjourned
at 7:25 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
City Clerk
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