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CommissiononPersonswithDisabilities,2009-10-26,1,"APPROVED
COMMISSION ON DISABILITY ISSUES
MEETING MINUTES OF
October 26, 2009
TIME
The meeting convened at 6:35 P.M.
PRESENT
Chair Lord-Hausman, Commissioners Fort, Kirola and Tam.
ABSENT
Vice-Chair Moore and Commissioner Krongold.
MINUTES
The September 28, 2009 minutes were approved as submitted.
WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS
Chair Lord-Hausman read an email sent from Anne Steiner regarding individuals with disabilities
who are able to get full-service when pumping gas. Ms. Steins wants to know if there are any gas
stations in Alameda that do this? Chair Lord-Hausman suggested the CDI look into this by querying
or sending letters to various owners of gas stations.
Commissioner Tam suggested sending a letter to the President of Chevron.
Commissioner Kirola suggested visiting each gas station and asking what is the policy to assist the
disabled with a placard?
Chair Lord-Hausman agreed that a personal visit would be more expedient. Chair Lord-Hausman
will put together a list of all gas stations in Alameda to track and will look up vehicle code for CDI.
NEW BUSINESS
1. Leisure Club Presentation (Marcia Tsang, AR&PD):
Presentation regarding the Alameda Recreation and Park Department's Leisure Club.
Chair Lord-Hausman learned about this while working on the CDI Fair and invited Danielle
Grimm and Marcia Tsang from AR&PD to give more information.
Marcia provided a handout and described it as a social recreation program for developmentally
disabled adults. This meets twice a month and provides transportation and is free.
Chair Lord-Hausman asked about the age group and number of participants, to which Danielle
Grimm confirmed that they have 36 registered adults. Marcia confirmed that there is a wait-list
with up to 6 people on that list.
Chair Lord-Hausman asked about the staffing to which Ms. Grimm responded that it is all done",CommissiononPersonswithDisabilities/2009-10-26.pdf
CommissiononPersonswithDisabilities,2009-10-26,2,"Commission on Disability Issues
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through AR&PD with three staff and volunteers throughout the year.
Commissioner Kirola asked if visitors were allowed to attend to which Marcia responded ""yes"".
Danielle Grimm distributed the Fall/Winter 2009 brochure.
Commissioner Kirola asked if they promote jobs for participants to which Marcia responded
they could apply for jobs through Park & Recreation to benefit the program and the
participants.
Commissioner Tam asked if one moves into Alameda how would they find out to which Marcia
replied it is listed in the AR&PD Activity Guide and they inform individuals if they call.
Chair Lord-Hausman asked if they had more funding and staffing could they open it up to more
people to which Marcia stated that they want to keep it intimate and not overwhelm the
participants.
Ms. Grimm added that they have only two hours filled with a lot of activity.
Chair Lord-Hausman requested copies of the upcoming Fundraiser Boutique on November 7th
to which Marcia responded affirmatively.
Commissioner Tam asked if there is any collaboration with the School District to which Marcia
responded affirmatively, especially with the adult school.
OLD BUSINESS
1.
Special Needs-Special Services Resource Fair (Commissioner Krongold):
Report out regarding the Special Needs-Special Services Resource Fair.
Chair Lord-Hausman asked that each member who attended to give their impressions. There
will also be a planning committee meeting to discuss the next Fair. There were 40 providers
and 80-100 attendees.
Commissioner Tam suggested surveying vendors.
Commissioner Fort stated that it was a good first effort; very accessible and a lot of room to
move around.
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2.
Disability Awareness Month Tree Planting (Vice-Chair Moore):
Update on tree planting and memorial for Adrienne Longley-Cook.
Chair Lord-Hausman stated that the tree planting is set for October 31, 2009 at 10:00 A.M. at
Lincoln Park. An invitation was sent to Commissioner Adrienne Longley-Cook's husband who
will attend. Vice-Chair Moore will give a speech.
3.
Alameda Hospital Fair (Commissioner Kirola):
Report out regarding the Alameda Hospital Health Fair.
Commissioner Kirola stated that everything went well and the interaction was great. She
received some comments from citizens regarding cracks in the sidewalks. Commissioner
Kirola invited her to attend the CDI meeting which she declined. There were lots of elderly
people interested in Alameda Municipal (AMP) rates. Social Services Human Relations Board
(SSHRB) list of resources drew a lot of interest.
Note: The disabled button on AFD (1300 Park Street) doesn't work. Secretary Akil will notify
AFD.
STAFF COMMUNICATIONS
1.
Secretary Akil confirmed that she will check if the Resource Directory can be placed onto the
City's website.
2. The next scheduled CDI meeting is Monday, December 7th, 2009 at 6:30 P.M. Secretary Akil
stated that she will call CDI members on November 28th to confirm the December 7th meeting.
ORAL COMMUNICATIONS/NON-AGENDA ITEMS
1. Chair Lord-Hausman stated that the election of Chair and Vice-Chair would occur at the January
25, 2010. Secretary Akil stated that she would mail out a memo and election form with a request
that it be returned prior to the January meeting.
2. Chair Lord-Hausman attended the October 26th monthly Paratransit Advisory Planning
Committee (PAPCO) meeting and requested that this item be added on the agenda under Old
Business as a regular agenda item.
3. Chair Lord-Hausman discussed shuttle service for Alameda to assist elderly/disabled to and
from Medical appointments. There is a collaboration between cities in Alameda County
regarding service delivery with reduced funding, primarily for transportation.
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CommissiononPersonswithDisabilities,2009-10-26,4,"6:30 P.M.
Respectfully submitted,
Lucretia Akil
Board Secretary
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PensionBoard,2009-10-26,1,"OF
of
MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING
OF THE
PENSION BOARD OF THE CITY OF ALAMEDA
HELD 4:30 P.M., OCTOBER 26, 2009
ALAMEDA CITY HALL
2263 SANTA CLARA AVENUE, ALAMEDA
CONFERENCE ROOM 391
1.
The meeting was called to order by Chair Beverly Johnson at 4:32 p.m.
2.
ROLL CALL:
Present: Chair Beverly Johnson, Trustees: William Soderlund, Robert Follrath,
Absent: Nancy Elzig and Karen Willis.
Staff: Susan Freeman, Senior Management Analyst, Human Resources and
Lelia Faapouli, Administrative Technician, Human Resources.
3.
MINUTES: The minutes of the Regular Meeting of July 27, 2009 were moved
for approval by Member Follrath and seconded by Member Soderlund. Passed
3-0.
4.
CONSENT CALENDAR:
4-A.
PENSION PAYROLL FOR THE MONTH OF JULY 2009:
a.
In the amount of $ 182,976.88 for the members under
Pension Ordinance No. 1079, N.S.
b.
In the amount of $ 3,516.67 for the members under
Pension Ordinance No. 1082, N.S.
4-B.
PENSION PAYROLL FOR THE MONTH OF AUGUST 2009:
a.
In the amount of $ 182,976.91 for the members under
Pension Ordinance No. 1079, N.S.
b.
In the amount of $ 3,516.67 for the members under
Pension Ordinance No. 1082, N.S.
4-C.
PENSION PAYROLL FOR THE MONTH OF SEPTEMBER 2009:
a.
In the amount of $ 186,964.80 for the members under
Pension Ordinance No. 1079, N.S.
b.
In the amount of $ 3,516.67 for the members under
Pension Ordinance No. 1082, N.S.",PensionBoard/2009-10-26.pdf
PensionBoard,2009-10-26,2,"City of Alameda
Minutes of the Regular Meeting of the
Pension Board - Monday, October 26, 2009
Page 2
Member Follrath moved to adopt the consent calendar, seconded by Member
Soderlund. Passed 3-0.
5.
AGENDA ITEMS:
5-A.
The Interim Finance Director's Financial Report for City of Alameda Police
and Fire Pension Funds ending September 30, 2009 was accepted as
presented. Member Soderlund moved to approve, seconded by Member
Follrath. Passed 3-0
6.
ORAL COMMUNICATIONS, NON-AGENDA (PUBLIC COMMENT)
There were no oral communications.
7.
PENSION BOARD COMMUNICATIONS (COMMUNICATIONS FROM BOARD)
Member Follrath inquired if there were any pensioner deaths this quarter. Staff
replied that there were no deaths this quarter.
8.
ADJOURNMENT:
There being no further business to come before the board, the meeting was
adjourned at 4:35 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Karen Willis, Human Resources Director
and Secretary to the Pension Board",PensionBoard/2009-10-26.pdf
PlanningBoard,2009-10-26,1,"DRAFT
MEETING MINUTES OF THE
CITY OF ALAMEDA PLANNING BOARD
MONDAY, OCTOBER 26, 2009
7:00 p.m.
1.
CONVENE:
7:12 p.m.
2.
FLAG SALUTE:
Board member Zuppan
3.
ROLL CALL:
Present: President Ezzy Ashcraft, Vice-President Autorino,
Board members Kohlstrand, Lynch, and Zuppan.
Absent: Board members Cook and Cunningham
4.
MINUTES:
Minutes from the meeting of September 10, 2009 (Pending)
Minutes from the meeting of September 28, 2009 (Pending)
Minutes from the meeting of October 12, 2009 (Pending)
5.
AGENDA CHANGES AND DISCUSSION:
The applicant requested that Item 9-C be continued to the Planning Board meeting of
November 9, 2009. Board Member Kohlstrand motioned, seconded by Board Member
Zuppan to continue the project. Motion passed 4-0-3.
6.
STAFF COMMUNICATIONS:
6-A
Future Agendas
Staff presented an overview of upcoming projects.
6-B Zoning Administrator Report
The Zoning Administrator approved a Use Permit for an outdoor seating area for
Rosenblum cellars at 2900 Main Street and continued a Variance for an addition that
encroaches into the required side yard at 617 Taylor Avenue.
Oral Report
Staff presented a brief synopsis on the status of Alameda Point.
7.
ORAL COMMUNICATIONS:
None.
8.
CONSENT CALENDAR:
None.
9.
REGULAR AGENDA ITEMS:
9-A
Design Review - DR05-0132 for a new single family dwelling - 3295 Adams
Street. The applicant proposes to construct a two-story single family dwelling with
an attached garage on a vacant lot located adjacent to the intersection of Adams
Street and Fernside Boulevard.
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PlanningBoard,2009-10-26,2,"Staff presented the project and explained the Ranches Overlay District effort that was
considered by City Council in June.
President Ezzy Ashcraft commended the effort put forth to alter the proposed design and
asked for clarification on the qualifications of the designer of the project.
President Ezzy Ashcraft opened the public comment period.
Mr. Quintell, neighbor, spoke against the project and read an article from the Alameda Sun,
dated April 30, 2007.
Ms. Quintell, neighbor, spoke against the project and pointed out it would loom over their
property and reduce sun and light access.
President Ezzy Ashcraft closed the public comment period.
Board Member Kohlstrand requested that the upper story be pulled to back to lessen the
shadow impacts and massing.
Vice-President Autorino felt that proposed design was sufficiently modified to allow it to
move forward in the approval process.
Board Member Zuppan asked if the submitted shadow study still adequately assessed the
revised project. Staff stated that it was.
President Ezzy Ashcraft explained that the applicant has the right to build a two-story
building in this district. She suggested that the applicant return to the Planning Board with
an additional set of revisions that reduces the massing of the second story, ensures
privacy, and adds a landscaping plan. She also suggested enlisting the help of a design
professional to develop a revised plan.
Board Member Kohlstrand motioned, seconded by Board Member Zuppan to refer the
project back to the applicant to revise the plans to scale down the massing of the building
to be more in keeping with the scale of the neighborhood and in accordance with the
developed, but not implemented, Ranches Design Guidelines. Motion failed on a 3-1 vote.
Board Member Zuppan motioned, seconded by Vice-President Autorino to continue the
project to the Planning Board meeting of November 23, 2009 to allow the applicant time to
consider if the comments made by the Planning Board can be incorporated into the design.
Motion failed on 3-1 vote.
The applicant asked for clarification on what elements need to be revised so that the design
can be improved. Staff said it will work with the applicant to provide direction as given by
the Planning Board.
Board Member Kohlstrand motioned, seconded by Vice-President Autorino, to refer the
project back to the applicant and continue the item to the November 23, 2009 hearing and
for the applicant to revise plans in the following way: 1) by pulling back the wall lines on the
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PlanningBoard,2009-10-26,3,"second story, 2) by eliminating the features that are not compatible with the ranch-style
architecture, and 3) by modifying second-story decks that impact privacy on the
neighboring properties. Motion passes 4-0.
9-B
Variance and Major Design Review - PLN08-0211, 1700 Park Street (Former
Cavanaugh Motor Site) Proposed commercial buildings, including a two-story
structure, remodel of existing buildings and a parking lot to be accessed from Buena
Vista Avenue. The project requires a variance for a reduction in the required number
of off-street parking spaces, modification to the ratio of standard to compact parking
spaces, reduction in the depth of landscape areas, and modification to the distance
vehicles may encroach into landscape areas.
Vice-President Autorino motioned, seconded by Board Member Kohlstrand to limit
speakers time to 3 minutes each. Motion passes 5-0.
Staff presented the project.
Board Member Kohlstrand asked for clarification on the application packet and the
supplemental review by the consultant Urban Design Collective. Staff stated that the
consultant provided design comments to the applicant, who then submitted a revised
design of the building based on the building.
Ms. Price, PK Consultants, representative for the applicant Mr. Phua, presented the project
with a power point presentation.
Mr. Phua thanked all involved parties to bring this project to fruition.
President Ezzy Ashcraft opened the public comment period.
Mr. Reeves, Alameda resident, business owner and member of the Chamber of
Commerce, spoke in support of the project and urged the Board to approve the project
instead of delaying the approval and requiring that the applicant submit yet another set of
plans.
Ms. Paul, neighbor, spoke in favor of the project and strongly urged the board to condition
the project to reduce light glare, prohibit unsightly neon signs, require attractive
landscaping, and mitigate egress traffic impacts on the neighbors.
Ms. Kennedy, Park Street Business Association (PSBA) Board Member, supported the
project and urged the board to approve it so that redevelopment of the site can occur.
Mr. Busse, Chairman of Economic Revitalization Committee of PSBA, spoke in favor of the
project, considers the proposal a favorable addition to the district.
Ms. Layburn, Alameda Market Place owner, urged the board to approve the project as the
redevelopment will jumpstart the economic revitalization of this area. She stated that
redevelopment is in jeopardy in Alameda, if the City demands too many conditions and
extras that do not have a direct relationship to the proposed project.
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PlanningBoard,2009-10-26,4,"Ms. George, President of PSBA, spoke on behalf of PSBA, which strongly endorses the
project and urged the Planning Board to approve the project.
Mr. Ratto, Executive Director of PSBA, urged the Planning Board to approve the project so
that revitalization of North of Lincoln can begin.
Ms. Price spoke in response to Ms. Paul's concerns and the efforts that were made to
address her concerns.
Mr. Khan, Public Works Department, explained the traffic mitigation conditions placed on
the project.
President Ezzy Ashcraft closed the public comment period.
Board member Cook asked for clarifications on the electrical boxes, walls, and tower
element. Staff and Ms. Price responded by identifying their location on the project plans.
Board Member Kohlstrand commended the project proposal, supported the Variance, and
supported maintaining the corner tower element as proposed.
Board member Cook agreed with the neighbors that the parking lot egress be located as far
away from residential neighbors as possible to avoid headlight glare.
President Ezzy Ashcraft favored that the restaurant maintain two entrances. She also
commented that metered parking should move away from individual parking meters and
towards centrally located meter machines. She supported the inclusion of streetscape
furniture (benches) into the plan.
Board Member Zuppan raised concerns about condition #6, which require ""next bus"" sign
payments ""in perpetuity"", particularly in the case that it is currently unknown what may
occur in the far future.
President Ezzy Ashcraft agreed with this comment and that the nexus between the project
and the ""next bus"" sign and this condition is not given.
Board member Cook stated that the tower feature is too massive and too tall in relation to
the Market Place. She suggested that as the development of the gateway area progresses,
special consideration be given to the placement of signature architectural elements so that
the district has a comprehensive look.
President Ezzy Ashcraft requested that condition 16 be changed to make following the
Alameda County Bay-friendly landscaping and maintenance guidelines mandatory. She
also requested that the number of bicycle parking racks be increased.
President Ezzy Ashcraft asked for clarification on the landscaping plan, which staff
provided.
Board Member Kohlstrand supported the Variance, and stated that the Board should
provide flexibility in parking standards in this area so that good projects like this could move
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PlanningBoard,2009-10-26,5,"forward.
Board member Cook and Vice-President Autorino support the Variance.
Board member Cook voiced her concern regarding the request from Public Works to alter
the design of the building to insure adequate safety at the intersection of Park Street and
Buena Vista Avenue.
Board members Cook and Zuppan proposed replacing condition # 12 with ""the property
owner shall work with the Public Works department to ensure compliance with the safety
standards for visibility at Park Street and Buena Vista Avenue, without altering the building
design.""
Vice-President Autorino requested removal of the paragraph 6, fifth bullet, that the
applicant be required to pay for the ""Next Bus"" signage as this is an unreasonable and
unfair requirement for one business owner to pay for the signage.
A motion by Vice-President Autorino, seconded by Board Member Kohlstrand, to extend
the meeting to 11:15 pm was unanimously approved.
Vice-President Autorino motioned, seconded by Board member Cook, to approve the
Variance and Design Review applications subject to the findings suggested by staff and
changes to condition number 6, to delete the reference to the types of transportation
management techniques and that portion of the condition that requires the applicant to
consider installation and maintenance of a ""Next Bus"" electronic sign, condition number 12,
to require that the applicant work with the Public Works Department to address site line
distances at the corner of the proposed building adjacent to the street intersection without
having to modify the building, condition number 16, to clarify that landscaping must follow
the County's Bay Friendly landscape program and, where feasible, must be designed to
treat storm water runoff. Motion passes 5-0.
9-C
Planned Development Amendment - PLN09-0234 - 1109 Chestnut Street - The
St. Joseph Community. A request to extend the St Joseph Community Master
Plan Planned Development application, PD-98-01 for a period of 15-years. As
conditioned, any part of the project not completed by November 30, 2009 requires
approval of a new Planned Development application. The applicant is requesting an
amendment to this condition to allow the remaining portions of the project to be
completed by November 30, 2024. Continued to the Planning Board meeting of
November 9, 2009.
10.
WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS:
None.
11.
BOARD COMMUNICATIONS:
None.
12.
ADJOURNMENT: 11:05 p.m.
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