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1982-01-05 Regular CC Meeting- � 0 � _ � REGULAR MEETING OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ALAMEDA HELD TUESDAY JANUARY 5, 1982 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 Councilman Stone. The Invocation was given by Rev. Donald Longbottom, Immanuel Baptist Church. ROLL CALL: Present: Councilmen Diament, Gorman, Sherratt, Stone, and President Corica - 5. Absent: None. MINUTES Councilman Diament made a motion, seconded by Councilman Sherratt, that the Minutes of the Special Meeting of December 10, 1981, and Regular Council Meeting of December 15, 1981, be approved as submitted; the motion carried by unanimous voice vote - 5. CONSENT CALENDAR Councilman Stone requested that a "No" vote be recorded on final passage of the ordinance relating to a Historical Building Study List. Councilman Diament made a motion, seconded by Councilman Sherratt, that the following items on the Consent Calendar 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. Items so enacted or adopted are indicated by an asterisk (+). REPORTS AND RECOMMENDATIONS +82-001 From Public Works Director recommending that an extension of time be granted for completion of subdivision improvements within Tract 4545 to May 18, 1983 (Driftwood Terrace). Approved. *82-002 From Public Works Director recommending approval of a fill/dredge permit application for shoreline work, Alameda Marina Village, Tract 3843. Approved. +82-003 From Purchasing Agent recommending disposal of four vehicles by sealed bid method. Approved. RESOLUTIONS *82-004 Resolution No. 0660 "Authorizing execution of modification of agreement between the City and the State of California Wildlife Conservation Board to increase the amount of financial participation for the Alameda Small Boat Ramp and Fishing Breakwater." Adopted. *82-005 Resolution No. 9661 "Authorizing execution of amendment to joint powers agreement for extension of the Infiltration and Inflow Study." Adopted. January 5, 1982 *82-005 Resolution No. 9662 "Adopting Plans and Specifications for Harbor Bay Parkway improvements (Doolittle Drive intersection and extension southerly from Maitland Drive), calling for bids and directing City Clerk to advertise same." Adopted. *82-007 Resolution No. 9663 "Authorizing execution of Amendment #2 to extend the completion date of the agreement between the City and the State of California Wildlife Conservation Board relating to improvements at the Alameda Estuary Public Access." Adopted. INTRODUCTION OF ORDINANCES *82-008 Ordinance No. , New Series "Amending the Alameda Municipal Code by amending various sections of Chapter 3 of Title XVII thereof relating to strppi]g and parking regulations." Passed to print. *82-009 Ordinance No. , New Series "Amending the Alameda Municipal Code by amending various sections in Article 1 of Chapter 3, Title XI thereof, relating to rules and regulations governing the planning and subdividing of land and the filing and approval of subdivision maps." Passed to print. FINAL PASSAGE OF ORDINANCES *82-010 Ordinance No. 2074, New Series "Amending the Alameda Municipal Code by amending Article 6 and adding Article 7 to Chapter 9 of Title X thereof relating to a Historical Building Study List and applicability of the State Historical Building Code." Finally adopted. Councilman Stone voted "No." *82-011 Ordinance NO, 2075, New Series "Amending the Alameda Municipal Code to establish parking restrictions within the City's off-street parking lots for mechanical sweeping purposes." Finally adopted. FILING +82-012 Modification of agreement between the City and State of California Wildlife Conservation Board relative to Alameda Small Boat Ramp. Amendment to joint powers agreement for extension of Infiltration and Inflow Study. Amendment #2 to extend completion date relating to improvements at Alameda Estuary Public Access. Plans and Specifications for Harbor Bay Parkway improvements. BILLS +82-013 An Itemized List of Claims, certified by the City Manager as correct, was approved in the amount of $146,495.71. RETURN TO REGULAR AGENDA Councilman Sherratt made a motion, seconded by Councilman Diament, that the resolu- tion appointing a member to the Housing Commission be considered out of sequence; the motion carried by unanimous voice vote - 5. January 5, 1982 RESOLUTIONS 82-014 Resolution No. 9664 "Appointing Alfred B. Drouot a Member of the Housing Commission of the City of Alameda." 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. The Clerk administered the Oath of Office to Mr. Drouot. WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS 82-015 From Joseph M. Sullivan, 3221 Liberty Avenue, regarding listing of items On Council agendas. Mr. Sullivan suggested that when staff recommends legislation, it be placed under Reports and Recommendations and not listed as legi3lation,DDd when COUnCi]0e0ber3 request legislation that the agenda show who requested the legislation. He further requested that if money is involved that the amount be listed on the agenda. President Corica stated that if legislation is needed, perhaps it should be approved by Council first. Councilman Diament stated that ordinances should be approved by Council before being placed on the agenda as they are laws. Councilman Sherratt stated that he considered listing of legislation on the agenda a recommendation from staff to propose the legislation, and the Council has the option of voting for or against the legislation or holding it over. Councilman Gorman stated that ordinances would have to be listed on the agenda three times,and that would not be efficient. Councilman Sherratt made a motion, seconded by Councilman Gorman, that the communica- tion be accepted; the motion FAILED by the following roll call vote: Ayes: Councilmen Gorman and Sherratt - 2. Noes: Councilmen Diament, Stone, and President Corica - 3. Absent: None. Councilman Diament made a motion that ordinances be placed on the agenda at the request of C0UDCjl, The motion FAILED for lack of a second. Councilman Stone made a motion that staff circulate to Councilmembers for their input as to whether an ordinance or amendment to an ordinance should be placed on the agenda and requested staff provide material on ordinance amendments; the motion FAILED for lack of a SeCOnd. Councilman Sherratt made a motion, seconded by Councilman Gorman, that the current policy for the agenda format be continued; the motion carried by the following roll call vote: Ayes: Councilmen Gorman, Sherratt, and Stone - 3. Noes: Councilman Diament and President Corica - 2. Absent: None. 82-016. From John C. Berry, Jr', 2415 Mariner Square Drive, proposing abandonment' of property at the north end of Mariner Square Drive to the adjacent land owners. Councilman Diament made a motion, seconded by Councilman Sherratt, that the communication be referred to staff for research and report back to Council; the motion carried by unanimous voice vote - 5. January 5. 1982 82 -017 From Flora Olsen, 600 Rock Isle, requesting Council hold in abeyance any requests from the Renters Group and /or Rent Review Board until the rental owners of Alameda have established a committee. Ms. Olsen stated that rental property owners are organizing a committee and would propose to assist in resolving rental complaints and provide input into establish- ment of guidelines for the Rent Review Advisory Committee. David McIntyre, 1000 Paru Street, spoke in support of Ms. Olsen's remarks. Councilman Stone noted that the Rent Review Advisory Committee is conducting a public work session in February, and the rental property owners could prow input at that meeting. Councilman Stone made a motion, seconded by Councilman Sherratt, that the communication be accepted; the motion carried by unanimous voice vote - 5. HEARINGS 82 -018 Hearing regarding Tract 4500, bounded by Catalina Avenue, Tract 3810, San Francisco Bay and the Metropolitan Oakland International Airport. The Planning Director stated that the Planning Board approved the project subject to conditions outlined in Planning Board Resolution No. 1205. He noted that the shoreline park would be continued, and that would complete public access around the Shoreline in Alameda. President Corica explained the procedures to be used in the hearing, and on the call for proponents, Oscar Barry, Harbor Bay Isle, pointed out certain areas of the project and offered to answer any questions. Councilman Stone requested staff to address the 5.1 acres set aside for recreation and the possibility of using it for night -time recreation. She further requested additional information regarding the cost to develop the shoreline park and landscaping of public streets, as it pertains to maintenance, prior to the final development agreement. In response to inquiry of President Corica, the Planninn Director stated that conditions imposed by the Planning Board included placement of a Fire Station on Bay Farm Island, and the Planning Board would hold hearings regarding the location of the Fire Station and costs to be paid by the developer. On the call for opponents, there were no speakers. President Corica declared the public portion of the hearing closed. Councilman Gorman made a motion, seconded by Councilman Sherratt that the Tentative Map for Tract 4500 be approved, subject to conditions of the Planning Board, and consideration of the applicable resolution out of sequence; the motion carried by unanimous voice vote - 5. RESOLUTIONS 82 -019 Resolution No. 9665 "Approving Tentative Map for Tract 4500, a subdivision of property bounded by Catalina Avenue, Tract 3810, San Francisco Bay and the Metropolitan Oakland International Airport, finding said Tentative Map consistent with the City's General Plan and determining that discharge of waste into sewr system will not violate Regional Water Quality Control RT3ulations (Harbor Bay Isle Associates)." January 5, 1982 Councilman Diament 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: ` N0Oe, Absent: ' REPORTS AND RECOMMENDATIONS 82-020 From Chairman of Rent Review Advisory Committee submitting recommendations regarding Case NU. 49 /863-E, 863-H, 867-D, and 867-E Walnut Street \, Case No. 44 /2521-D Lincoln), and Case No. 50 /1448 Caroline Street\ Councilman Sherratt stated that he agreed with the recommendations of the Rent Review Advisory Committee with exception of the units on Walnut Street, Case No. 49 which did not appear to be out of line in terms of rent. President Corica suggested the City Attorney write letters to the landlords regard- 1Dg Case Nos. 44 and 50. Councilman Sherratt made a motion, seconded by Councilman Stone, that the recom- mendations of the Rent Review Advisory Committee be approved relative to Case Nos. 44 and 50 and that the City Attorney write letters to the landlords transmit- ting Council approval of the Committee's recommendations; the motion carried by unanimous voice vote - 5. 82-021 From City Clerk regarding possibility of consolidating Municipal Elections with Statewide Elections. Councilman Sherratt made a motion, seconded by Councilman Stone thereport be accepted no change made in the election date at this time; the motion carried by voice vote - 5. ~ RESOLUTIONS 82-022 Resolution No. 9666 "Approving and adopting an amendment to the 1981-82 Fiscal Year Budget." Councilman Diament 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: None. 82-023 Resolution No. 9667 "Requesting CALTRANS to approve widening of Doolittle Drive, State Route 61, at the intersection of Harbor Bay Parkway." Councilman Diament made a motion, seconded by Councilman Gorman, that the resolution adopted; the motion carried by the following roll call vote: Aves: Councilmen Diament, Gorman, Sherratt, Stone, and President Corica - 5. Noes: None. Absent: None. INTRODUCTION OF ORDINANCES 82-024 Ordinance No. , New Series "Amending Ordinance No. 1929 N.S. to increase plan-checking fees by amending Exhibit A-1 thereof." Councilman Sherratt made a motion, seconded by Councilman Stone, that the ordinance be introduced and passed to print; the motion carried by the following roll call vote: Ayes: Councilmen Diament, Gorman, Sherratt, Stone, and President Corica - 5. Noes: None, Absent: None. January 5, 1982 82 -025 Ordinance No. , New Series "Amending the Alameda Municipal Code to establish two parking meter spaces at 1647 Park Street." James Kennedy, Attorney representing Morris Landy Car Lot, requested the meters not be installed as parked vehicles would obscure the view of cars for sale, He further requested that if meters are installed, they have a one -hour time limit. Morris Landy, owner of the car lot, spoke in support of Mr. Kennedy's requests. Councilman Sherratt requested a staff report regarding feasibility of installing one -hour parking limit meters the length of Park Street and suggested that be explored with the Business District and Chamber of Commerce. Councilman Stone requested information regarding cost to change parking meters from two -hour limit to one -hour limit. Councilman Gorman stated he would support the original Traffic Advisory Committee recommendation for three two -hour parking limit meters and requested additional information on parking at other lots in the area. Councilman Stone suggested an increase in parking meter rates be discussed at the budget work session in February. Councilman Sherratt made a motion, seconded by Councilman Stone that the ordinance be introduced and amended to reflect the Traffic Advisory Committee recommendation to install three two -hour parking meters at 1647 Park Street. President Corica stated he would prefer two parking meters. Councilman Diament stated that she would oppose the motion as the Council had not considered the situation as a whole. The motion carried by the following roll call vote: Ayes: Councilmen Gorman, Sherratt, and Stone - 3. Noes: Councilman Diament and President Corica - 2. Absent: None. UNFINISHED BUSINESS 82 -026 Councilman Stone requested renewal of contract with Housing Authority for legal services be placed on next agenda. 82 -027 Councilman Stone requested the contract for services of City Manager be placed on the next Council agenda. 82 -028 Councilman Stone referred to the Management Letter provided by the outside auditor and recommendation that the Finance Director be actively involved in finances and economics of entire City and requested that he be involved in all discussions regarding issuance of bonds. 82 -029 Councilman Stone requested a written report from the consultant who is handling acquisition of property for the Fernside Boulevard Extension. 82 -029 Councilman Stone referred to discussion at Work Session of August 19, 1981, regarding Recreation Commission considering lease or sale of Recreation Building on Bay Farm Island and inquired whether it had been on the Recreation Commission Agenda. January 5, 1982 The City Manager stated he was getting an appraisal on the property and would check to see whether the matter had been considered by the Recreation Commission. NEW BUSINESS 82-030 Councilman Gorman requested a resolution be prepared commending the Public Works, Fire, and Police Departments for the excellent work during the recent storm and flooding situation. 82-031 Councilman Gorman presented an article regarding recycling to be circulated to Councilmembers. 82-032 Councilman Diament inquired as to when the Disaster Council would hold a meeting. 82-033 President Corica referred to the inadequacy of storm drains on the n0rthsid8 of the City and requested a report regarding financing alternatives to provide adequate storm drains such as possible ballot measure or assessment bond issue. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS, GENERAL 82-034 Joseph Sullivan, 3221 Liberty Avenue, stated that the ordinance regarding parking meters on Park Street should have been listed as a report from the Traffic Advisory Committee, not as an ordinance. ADJOURNMENT There being no further business to come before the meeting, the Council adjourned at 10:25 p.m. to assemble in regular session Tuesday, January 19, 1982, at 7:30 p.m. Respectfully submitted, DEEN SPEEGLE City Clerk January 5, 1982