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1981-10-06 Regular CC Meeting���� � ���� REGULAR MEETING OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ALAMEDA HELD TUESDAY OCTOBER 6, 1981 The meeting convened at 7:35 p.m. (at the conclusion of the Housing Authority meeting) with President Corica presiding. The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Vice Mayor 5hSrr3tt, The Invocation was given by Rev. Russell Palmer, Ministerial Association. ROLL CALL: Present: Councilmen Diament, Gorman, Sherratt, Stone, and President Corica - 5. Absent: None. MINUTES Councilman Sherratt made a motion, seconded by Councilman Stone, that the Minutes of the Regular Council Meeting of September 15, 1981, and the Special Council Meeting of September 23, 1981, be approved as submitted; the motion carried by unanimous voice vote - 5. CONSENT CALENDAR President Corica noted that the two resolutions regarding Tract 3843, Alameda Marina Village, would be withdrawn from the Consent Calendar for discussion later in the meeting. Councilman Diament made a motion, seconded by Councilman Sherratt, that the following items on the Consent Calendar be approved; the motion carried by the following roll call vote: Ayes: Councilmen Diament, Gorman, Sherratt, Stone, and President Corica - 5. Noes: None. Absent: N0n8, Items so enacted or adopted will be indicated by an asterisk /+\^ REPORTS AND RECOMMENDATIONS *81-632 From Finance Director submitting Interest Report for August, 1981 Approved. RESOLUTIONS *81-633 Resolution No. 9619 "Approving Parcel Map No. 3597 for division of property at 18 Garden Road, permitting recording thereof and finding said Parcel Map consistent with City's General Plan (Marvin J. and Paula V. Shields, Owners; Russell Huber, Subdivider)." Adopted. *81-634 Resolution No. 9620 "Authorizing execution of agreement for construction and completion of improvements in connection with Parcel Map 3597 and approving Faithful Performance Bond as to sufficiency. (18 Garden Road - Marvin J. and Paula V. Shields, Owners; Russell Huber, Subdivider)." Adopted. *81-635 Resolution No. 9621 "Authorizing Public Works Director to negotiate With M & M Consultants for design of widening and extension of Harbor Bay Parkway and authorizing City Manager to execute a contract with said firm." Adopted. October 6, 1981 �� � ~�*a *81-636 Resolution No. 9622 "Authorizing open market purchase of Mine Safety Appliance Breathing Apparatus for the Fire Department." Adopted. *81-637 Resolution No. 9623 "Awarding contract for demolition and site clearance Of Makassar Straits Housing to Charles S. Campanella, Inc. and authorizing execu- tion thereof." Adopted. BILLS *81-638 An Itemized List of Claims, certified by the City Manager as correct, was approved in the amount of $207"577,12, RETURN TO REGULAR AGENDA WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS 81-634 Presentation of Award of Excellence to United Filipinos by ACTEB/ACAP. Alan Sommers, ACTEB/ACAP, stated that the United Filipinos had done excellent work, particularly in helping disadvantaged youth, and noted that ACTEB/ACAP had presented them an Award of Excellence. President Corica expressed appreciation on behalf of the Council to the United Filipinos for their outstanding work. Cris Corpus and Ben Lopez, United Filipinos, thanked ACTEB/ACAP and the Council for the honor. WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS 81-640 From League of Women Voters, signed by President Joan Narahara, submitting recommendations relative to proposed changes to the City Charter. President Corica noted that the League of Women Voters is recommending establishment of a Charter Revision Committee to review the Charter and supporting an amendment specifying that C0VDCilm20b8r3 not serve as ex-officio members of Boards and COm0i5si0nS. He further stated that if the issue of Councilmembers sitting as ex-officio members on Boards and Commissions is addressed, the matter of staff members sitting on Boards and Commissions should also be addressed. Alice Huie, League of Women Voters, read the communication submitted by the League. Ethel Ottosen, League of Women Voters, explained the procedures used in compiling the League study on Boards and Commissions and noted the study had been sent to the entire League membership. Elizabeth Rogers, League of Women Voters, spoke regarding the recommendation that administrative duties and responsibilities of Boards and Commissions be established by ordinance rather than by Charter. After further discussion, Councilman Diament made a motion, seconded by Councilman Stone, that a Charter Revision Committee be established and one member appointed to the Committee by each Councilmember. Councilman Gorman stated he would oppose the motion as it would be more appropri- ate to establish the Committee in about a year as the City may be forced to make changes due to financial straits. October 6, 1981 The motion carried by the following roll call vote: Ayes: Councilmen Diament, Sherratt, Stone, and President Corica - 4. Noes: Councilman Gorman - 1. Absent: None 81-641 From Bay Farm Island Reclamation District NO, 2105, signed by Secretary Bruce T. Mitchell, regarding appointment of Trustee of Bay Farm Island Reclamation District No. 2105. Councilman Sherratt made a motion, seconded by Councilman Stone, that the communi- cation be accepted and the applicable resolution considered at this time; the motion carried by unanimous voice vote - 5. 81-541a Resolution No. 9624 "Appointing the person nominated as Trustee of Bay Farm Island Reclamation District No. 2105.'/ (August T. Wiemken) Councilman Sherratt made a motion, seconded by Councilman Diament, that the resolution be adopted; the motion carried by the following roll call vote: Ayes: Councilmen Diament, Gorman, Sherratt, Stone, and President Corica - 5. Noes: None. Absent: None. 81-642 From John Barni, Jr." Shaw & Lunt Realtors, regarding interpretation of City Zoning Ordinance, Article 4-E. Adult Entertainment ACt1vitv, Mr. Barni requested control of Video Game Centers be removed from the "Adult Entertainment" ordinance and noted that video games are currently located in several places in the City, such as Safeway 3t0r8S, The following persons spoke in opposition to Video Game Centers: ReV, Don Longbottom, Immanuel Baptist Church Ann Costello, 1411 - 6th Street, and also filed a petition Marilyn Wong, 1407 - 6th Street After Council discussion, Councilman Sherratt made a motion, Seconded by Council- man Gorman, that the communication be accepted and Mr. Barni notified that the Council has no intention of changing the ordinance at this time; the motion carried by unanimous voice vote - 5. 81-643 From Joseph M. Sullivan, 3221 Liberty Avenue, requesting Council to direct staff to incorporate the name (names) of sponsors of legislation on agendas. Councilman Sherratt noted the City Manager had recommended a notation be placed at the heading of legislation indicating it had been placed on agenda by staff unless otherwise indicated, and in cases when legislation is specifically placed on agenda by motion of Council or request of CUuncilmember, that be noted ad- jacent to the legislation. After discussion, Councilman Sherratt made a motion, seconded by Councilman Gorman, that the communication be accepted and recommendation of the City Manage;- approved; the motion carried by unanimous voice vote - 5. Councilman Diament stated she had a complaint regarding late items added to agendas after distribution. Councilman Sherratt made a motion, seconded by Councilman Stone, that items added to agenda within 24 hours of the meeting be done with consensus of Council; the motion carried by unanimous voice vote - 5. 81-644 From James W. Dowdy, 60 Maitland Drive, regarding Assessment District to repair substandard section of Maitland Drive. October 6, 1981 �� �� �� �� The following persons spoke regarding excessive speed and number of busses, truck traffic, damage to homes, and establishment of an Assessment District relative to Maitland Drive: James W. Dowdy, 60 Maitland Drive Linda de Moreta, 45 Maitland Drive Lavonne Wilson, 68 Maitland Drive Councilman Sherratt noted that the report from Public Works Director indicated the cost to the homeowners would be approximately 52500 each for reconstruction of the street and had recommended that the City give that project high priority when gas taxes are available under 5B 215 legislation. President Corica noted that one of the residents had stated there were no signs currently posted prohibiting truck traffic on Maitland Drive and requested the signs be replaced. After discussion, Councilman Sherratt made a motion, seconded by Councilman Stone, as follows: 1) That AC Transit be contacted and advised that complaints had been received regarding busses speeding and informing them that speed limits will be enforced; and 2) That Public Works Director meet with property owners regarding setting up an Assessment District for construction of Maitland Drive. Councilman Sherratt offered an amendment to the motion, accepted by Councilman Stone, that AC Transit also be urged to investigate alternative bus routes on standard streets Councilman Stone recommended that residents on nearby streets be notified of proposed changes in bus routes at the proper time. The motion, as amended, carried by unanimous voice vote - 5. 81-045 From Joyce S. A. Tichler, Attorney at Law, submitting in-depth study of eight Bay Area pounds and shelters and advising against housing Ala08da'5 stray and abandoned animals in the Oakland Animal Control Unit. Councilman Sherratt made a motion, seconded by Councilman Diament, that the communi- cation be accepted and referred to staff for consideration during their delibera- tions as they are investigating the matter and directed that a letter of apprecia- tion be sent to MS. Tichler; the motion carried by unanimous voice vote - 5. APPEALS 81-645 From Mark R. Bowler and ADO Bracci, 85 Sand Harbor, appealing decision of Planning Board in granting PDA-81-6, a room addition at 79 Sand Harbor. The Planning Director stated this was the second application for the room addi- tion, and the Planning Board had approved the modified application. Ms. Bracci spoke in opposition to approval of the room addition stating that it would cause loss of property value, privacy, and view and that it would set a precedent in the Planned community. Mr. Bowler spoke in support of her position. Mike Varga, 79 Sand Harbor, spoke in support of approval of the room addition stating that he felt it would not block the neighbor's view and would give more privacy to both parties. October 6, 1981 Councilman Gorman made a motion, seconded by Councilman Stone, that the Council uphold the decision of the Planning Board. President Corica stated there had been a concern about density in the development, and he felt this room addition would affect the Planned Development. The motion carried by the following roll call vote: Ayes: Councilmen Diament, Gorman, Sherratt, and Stone - 4. Noes: President Corica - 1. Absent: None. REPORTS AND RECOMMENDATIONS 81 -647 From Chairman of Historical Advisory Commission regarding revision of the Historic District Application to the National Register of Historic Places. Councilman Sherratt made a motion, seconded by Councilman Diament, that the report be accepted; the motion carried by unanimous voice vote - 5. 81 -647a From Chairman of Golf Commission recommending allocation of 510,000 not already designated for the Mif Albright Par 3 Golf Course for installation of water meter and materials to bring water to the reservoir. Councilman Sherratt made a motion that the report be accepted and referred to staff for consideration of the overall problem of watering the Golf Course and the salt in the water. Councilman Stone seconded the motion and offered an amendment, accepted by Council- man Sherratt, that the City Manager be directed to have Commissions route reports through appropriate staff channels in the future in order that the Council has all the information needed. Ted Holmes, Vice Chairman of the Golf Commission, stated this was the third year there had been a problem with water at the Golf Course, and each year the salt content increased. President Corica stated this was a matter of urgency and requested the report from staff be prepared for the next Council meeting. The motion, as amended, carried by unanimous voice vote - 5. 81 -648 From City Manager concerning survey relative to the proposed Park Street parking structure. Wayne Pease, Member of Park Street Revitalization Committee, spoke in support of the proposed Park Street parking structure. Councilman Gorman made a motion, seconded by Councilman Stone, that staff be directed to proceed with the proposed parking structure; the motion carried by unanimous voice vote - 5. 81 -649 From City Manager regarding funding of Christmas decorations for Park and Webster Streets business districts. Janet Alcorn, Park Street Business Association, and Lou Allen, West Alameda Business Association, spoke in support of decorating the business districts for the holidays and presented samples of proposed decorations. October 6, 1981 167 ��v� "� � Councilman Sherratt made a motion, seconded by Councilman Stone, that the report be accepted and the recommendation to loan funds to the business districts to purchase Christmas decorations approved; the motion carried by unanimous voice vote - 5. *+ (See Page 109) 81-650 From City Manager concerning efforts to promote Chamber of Commerce and Economic Development. Councilman Stone made a motion, seconded by Councilman Gorman, that the report be accepted and the recommendations approved as follows: 1) Approve exploration of use of Block Grant monies for the economic development activities of the Chamber; 2) Explore other revenue sources which could be used specifically for support of the Chamber; and 3) approve the formation in concept of an Economic Development Advisory Committee and authorize efforts to define its role and membership; the motion carried by unanimous voice vote - 5. In response to inquiry of Councilman Sherratt regarding concept of nonprofit corporation for economic development, the City Manager stated he would explore that. 81-651 From City Manager regarding possible lease between City and Leslie Kessler of the former General Services Administration property at Webster Street and Bethlehem AVeOu2, Albert Kessler, 520 - 15th Street, Oakland, stated that he had been informed Verbally that within the next few months, they would have to move from the property they are currently leasing for parking. Councilman Diament expressed concern regarding the use of property at the entrance of the City for a Flea Market, that current area used for parking is not clean, and that if leased should have a shorter period than 90 days for cancellation. Councilman Stone stated that she would prefer a license agreement with a 30-doy cancellation clause. Councilman Sherratt made a motion, seconded by Councilman Stone, that the report be accepted and staff directed to explore alternatives such as other parties who may be interested in the property. Councilman Gorman requested staff to also explore whether the proposed lease amount is at the market rate and expressed his concern about the Flea Market use of the property. President Corica stated that a lease should be contingent on something in writing from lessor currently leasing property for parking that the lease will be terminated and expressed concern that the lease would be for two years and amortization of costs for landscaping over a two-year period. The motion carried by unanimous voice vote - 5. 81-652 From Assistant City Manager regarding Final Report of the Mayor's Committee for the Handicapped as a result of Handicapped Awareness Week & Workshop. Councilman Sherratt made a motion, seconded by Councilman Gorman, that the report be accepted and the recommendations approved; the motion carried by unanimous voice vote - 5. October 6, 1981 Willa Lindsey, Chairman of the Committee, expressed her appreciation to the Council. 81-653 From Finance Director recommending filling vacant position of Account Clerk in the Finance Oepurtment, Councilman Sherratt made a motion, seconded by Councilman Gorman, that � �� report be accepted and the recommendation approved; the motion carried by unanimous voice vote - 5. RESOLUTIONS 81-554 Resolution No. 9625 "Accepting proposal as agreement (Ralph Andersen and Associates, Organization Study of the Housing Authority)." President Corica stated he would vote no on the resolution as he did not feel a consultant was needed. Councilman Sherratt made a motion, seconded by Councilman Diament, that the resolution be adopted; the motion carried by the following roll call vote: Ayes: Councilmen Diament, Gorman, Sherratt, and Stone - 4. Noes: President Corica - 1. Absent: None. Councilman Sherratt stated that he had been informed by the Executive Director that due to workloads, it would be difficult for the Housing Authority to work with the consultant now and recommended that City-related activities be addressed first and Housing Authority near year-end and no later than the first of 1982. 81-655 Resolution No. 9626 "Appointing Archie Waterbury and Ella Mae Waterbury, Member and Alternate, respectively, to the Bay Area Library and Information System Lay Advisory Board." Councilman Stone made a motion, seconded by Councilman Sherratt, that the resolution be adopted; the motion carried by the following roll call vote: Ayes: Councilmen Diament, Gorman, Sherratt, Stone, and President Corica - 5. Noes: None. Absent: NODe, 91-656 Resolution No. 9627 "Authorizing the execution of an agreement between the City of Alameda and Sight and Insight, a non-profit corporation, for the sublease of a portion of the Mastick Senior Center Complex." Councilman Sherratt made a motion, seconded by Councilman Gorman, that the resolution be adopted. President Corica stated that we should not lease a portion of the facility until the Senior Center is fully operational and needs are known. Councilman Stone spoke in support of President Corica's position. The motion carried by the following roll call vote: Ayes: Councilmen Diament, Gorman, and Sherratt - 3. Noes: Councilman Stone and President Corica - 2. Absent: NOO8, UNFINISHED BUSINESS 81-657 Consideration of appointment of Member to Golf Commission. President nominated Arnold Davis for appointment to the Golf Commission; the nomination was seconded by Councilman Stone and carried by unanimous voice vote - 5. October 6, 1981 81-058 Consideration of appointment of Member to Recreation Commission. President Corica nominated Paul K. Kapl8r for reappointment to the Recreation Commission; the motion was seconded by Councilman Sherratt and approved by unanimous voice vote - 5. President Corica announced that the two resolutions regarding Tract 3843 which were withdrawn from the Consent Calendar would be considered at this time. RESOLUTIONS 81-659 Resolution No. 9528 "Approving Final Map of Subdivision known as Tract 3843 and accepting certain dedications, grants, easements and rights Of access (A subdivision for condominium purposes - Alameda Marina Village; Alameda Home Builders, Owner)." 81-660 Resolution No. 9629 "Authorizing execution of agreement for construction and completion of improvements in connection with Subdivision Tract 3843 and approving bonds as to sufficiency (A subdivision for condominium purposes - Alameda Marina Village; Alameda Home Builders, Owner)." The City Attorney recommended the agreement be approved subject to posting and approval of the proper bond. Councilman Sherratt made a motion, seconded by Councilman Stone, that the two resolutions be approved subject to posting and approval of the proper bond; the motion carried by the following roll call vote: Ayes: Councilmen Diament, Gorman, Sherratt, Stone, and President Corica - 5. Noes: None, Absent: None. 81-561 Councilman Diament stated she had spoken with the person in Oakland who had been instrumental in their streetlight conversions and suggested the Public Works Director meet with him as he had expertise in the 0atter. Councilman Gorman suggested that Rich Cartwright of the Bureau of Electricity also participate. ADJOURNMENT 81-662 Councilman Sherratt made a motion, seconded by Councilman Diament, that the Council adjourn to an Executive Session for a discussion of personnel and litigation matters; the motion carried by unanimous voice vote - 5. The Council, staff, and members of the community stood in a moment of silent tribute to the memory of Anwar Sadat, President of Egypt, as they adjourned to Executive Session. At the conclusion of discussion in Executive Session, it was determined that no action would be taken at this time. There being no further business to come before the meeting, the Council adjourned at 11:40 p.m,, to meet in an Regular Adjourned Meeting Tuesday, October 27, 1981" at 7:30 p.m. ** The Council also approved the recom- mendation to commit expenditure of up to �8,000 for intersection decorations next year. October 6, 1981 Respectfully submitted, DEEN SPEEGLE, Ci Clerk