body,date,page,text,path CivilServiceBoard,2018-05-10,1,"City of Alameda Page 1 Civil Service Board Minutes Special Meeting May 10, 2018 6 MINUTES OF THE SPECIAL MEETING OF THE CIVIL SERVICE BOARD OF THE CITY OF ALAMEDA THURSDAY, May 10, 2018 SPECIAL MEETING - 3:00 PM 1. CALL TO ORDER The meeting was called to order at 3:00 p.m. by President Dean Batchelor. 2. ROLL CALL: PRESENT: President Dean Batchelor, Vice President Marguerite Malloy, Member John Nolan (late), Troy Hosmer, Human Resources Director and Executive Secretary of the Civil Service Board, Nancy Bronstein ABSENT: Members Jan Brandt STAFF PRESENT: Robin Young, Senior Human Resources Analyst Chris Low, Senior Human Resources Analyst Sabina Netto, Human Resources Analyst II Jessica Romeo, Human Resources Analyst I Steven Woo, Human Resources Analyst I 3. GENERAL DISCUSSION OF CIVIL SERVICE RULES Article VII Section 2 - It was agreed to use a consistent term instead of interchangeably using Executive Secretary to the Board and Human Resources Director. It was suggested to include an appendix to provide a basic template for items where candidates are requested to submit such as appeals, written applications, waivers, etc. There is a concern that the second sentence may not be following the lay-off provision in the Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) in that it is based on years of service. It was agreed to leave the current language but add ""unless superseded by MOUs"". It was discussed to add a separate paragraph addressing that an employee may request to be placed on an eligible list for a lower classification for which they qualify",CivilServiceBoard/2018-05-10.pdf CivilServiceBoard,2018-05-10,2,"City of Alameda Page 2 Civil Service Board Minutes Special Meeting May 10, 2018 however with no preference or priority. Article VII Section I - HR will follow up to review any federal or state requirements when applying veteran points during the examination process. Article VII Section 3 - There was discussion whether an employee may be reinstated to a lower classification. There may be concern of the obligation to meet and confer before making this change as it may affect another employee's promotional opportunity. Article VII Section 4 - It was clarified that the extension requests are done before the six (6) month deadline without the CSB approval requirement and may be extended up to two (2) years. Article VII Section 6 - It was clarified that in section (b) where it references Armed Forces does include those in the Reserve. Article VIII Section 3 - It was clarified that every Civil Service position does have an MOU or compensation plan that references a probationary period. In the second paragraph where it references probationary employees released without appeal, there should language those who are released for unlawful reasons. It was agreed to update the notices to reflect this request. There was discussion to update the second paragraph to include probation extensions. Article VIII Section 4 - The first sentence will be updated to reflect that supervisors will be notified no less than two (2) weeks before the termination of any probationary period. Article VIII Section 6 - Under section (a) it was clarified that HR does document through a memo along with the application showing the applicant meets the minimum qualifications for temporary appointments. There was discussion to add a section to capture provisional appointments not exceeding one (1) year to differentiate limited-term appointments, which is more project based, grant-funded positions. Article VIII Section 7 - It was clarified that this section is referring to part-time appointment in a Civil Service position. Article IX Section 2 - An example was presented for this section where a situation of higher level of work is required therefore the duties have changed and may trigger a reclassification. The pay is not retroactive to when the duties have changed and the employee may start the request for a class study through their union or supervisor. It was agreed to update the title to Reclassification if there are no other sections in the Civil Service Rules addressing reclassifications. Article IX Section 3 - There is concern that there is lack of structure in the appeals process for demotions. A template form may be beneficial for the employee in how they",CivilServiceBoard/2018-05-10.pdf CivilServiceBoard,2018-05-10,3,"City of Alameda Page 3 Civil Service Board Minutes Special Meeting May 10, 2018 are presenting their appeal. It was agreed to place this request under Article XI - Procedure on Appeals. Article IX Section 5 & 6 - It was agreed to update language to be in accordance to the Uniformed Services Employment and Reemployment Rights Act (USERRA). Article IX Section 7 - Language will be updated to reflect compliance with ADA and the MOU. Article X Section 1 - It was agreed to reference City policies and MOU for disciplinary action. There will be a correction to the listed City Charter this section is referencing. Article X Section 2 - It was agreed to update the last paragraph to include that if an employee fails to answer questions and cooperate, this may be grounds for dismissal or discipline up to termination. It was agreed to also update the title to Investigation. Article X Section 3 - Language will be updated to reflect notice as required by State law. Article XI - It was agreed that the sections listed in this article are not listed in order to reflect the actual process. HR will clean up this section including updating headings. Article XII Section 3 - Language will be added to reflect City policy. 4. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS, NON-AGENDA (PUBLIC COMMENT) No comment from the public. 5. CIVIL SERVICE BOARD COMMUNICATIONS (COMMUNICATIONS FROM STAFF) No communication from staff. 6. CONFIRMATION OF NEXT CIVIL SERVICE BOARD MEETING The July meeting was confirmed for Wednesday, July 11, 2018 at 5:00 PM. 7. ADJOURNMENT Meeting was adjourned at 5:00 p.m. Respectfully submitted, ambie Nancy Bronstein, Human Resources Director and Executive Secretary to the Civil Service Board",CivilServiceBoard/2018-05-10.pdf RecreationandParkCommission,2018-05-10,1,"ALAMEDA RECREATION AND PARK COMMISSION MINUTES FOR REGULAR MEETING DATE: Thursday, May 10, 2018 TIME: 7:00 p.m. Called to Order PLACE: City Hall Council Chambers A video recording of the meeting may be viewed at https:llalameda.legistar.com/Calendar.aspx The following are action minutes in keeping with the Sunshine Ordinance 2-91.17. ROLL CALL Present: Chair Limoges, Vice Chair Tilos, Commissioner Carter Excused: Commissioner Chen Staff: Amy Wooldridge, Recreation and Park Director Assistant City Attorney: Michael Roush APPROVAL OF MINUTES Minutes of April 12, 2018 Regular Meeting were approved as presented with Vice Chair Tilos' requested amendment to include his suggestion that lockers at Washington Park basketball court was in addition to the benches not in place of the benches. M/S Commissioner Carter / Vice Chair Tilos / 3 in favor. WRITTEN AND ORAL COMUNICATIONS Dorothy Freeman, Jean Sweeney Open Space Park (JSOSP) Fund: A friend of Jean Sweeney, Rosemary McNally passed away and had requested prior to her passing any donations in her honor, to be donated to Jean Sweeney Open Space Park. There was $3,500 raised from a picnic and Dorothy Freeman will work with ARPD to determine how it will be expended. At the last City Council meeting, Dorothy showed a drone aerial video of the Cross Alameda Trail through JSOSP during the report to accept the Trail completed by McGuire & Hester. At Earth Day, they found that people were more aware of the park than previously and excited about it opening. Written Communication from Rasheed Shabazz was forwarded to all Commissioners. See Exhibit 1. REPORTS FROM THE RECREATION AND PARK DIRECTOR Director Amy Wooldridge gave the report. See Exhibit 2. REPORTS FROM COMMISSIONERS Vice Chair Tilos: Attended the Earth Day event, lots of people. Questioned some organizations doing fundraising at their booths versus give-aways that raise awareness. Would like staff to review this policy. Has been playing golf at Corica Park. Greenway Golf is doing a great job out there and appreciated the benches at the 18th hole. Chair Limoges: Was in attendance at Earth Day with Alameda Backyard Growers. Appreciates being able to sell tomato starters at the event as a low-key fundraiser as it draws people to the booth. Complimentated ARPD for having the most efficient and best staff at all events; a big success. Looked at mural at the skate park, was surprised that it was smaller than expected but 1",RecreationandParkCommission/2018-05-10.pdf RecreationandParkCommission,2018-05-10,2,"is glad it's out there. Commissioner Carter: Would like to offer the teen food services fundraiser to work with her group at the Alameda Point Gym. UNFINISHED BUSINESS Review City Facility Naming Policy and Discuss Process for Renaming Jackson Park Director Amy Wooldridge gave report. Speaker Cynthia Bonta, member of Bohol Circle: Apreciates diversity of Alameda and it's a value we should be proud of and showcase when we can. Bohol Circle has submitted a letter of request to name a new park after their organization. It's a long-time Filipino organization in its 82nd year that very few people know about. It would unite and share all immigrant experiences. Wants to point out that Bohol dialect meaning is ""entangled thread that comes together tightly and in a knot."" It represents the lives of four generations that have been part of this organization who have adapted in this community. Reflects solidarity and community with immigrant experience. Announced an event on June 9th to celebrate a historical event of independence of the Philipines from Spain. Speaker Philip Abello, Member of Bohol Circle: Bohol Circle is one of the oldest Filipino philanthropic organizations in the San Francisco Bay Area. Bohol is a southern island in the Philippines. The organization was started to help out other Filipino members in the community in Alameda County. Current membership is about 127 active members plus another 325 auxiliary members, spouses and children. Speaker Rasheed Shabazz: A renewed effort to remove symbols to white supremacy around the world. Issues around confederacy, colonialism and slavery. Andrew Jackson was a slaveowner who killed and enslaved many people. Read information in attached letter, Exhibit 1. So why does Alameda have a park named after Andrew Jackson. In Woody Minor's book, Alameda at Play, doesn't explain why Alameda's first park was named after Andrew Jackson. Idea of Justice Park renaming is to represent and reflect on past injustices that have taken place in this community. Rock at Lincoln Park represents Native Americans. Also the injustice of forced displacement of Japanese community members in Alameda during WWII. Repeated mass exclusion and expulsion from housing in Alameda. Would be a symbolic move toward justice. As you consider your decision today to conduct a study to use information available. Encourage to identify process, select criteria, engage public and rename Jackson Park. The Commission asked staff to provide more historical information as well as criteria for naming parks with the suggestion to work with Alameda Museum or the College of Alameda. NEW BUSINESS 8-A Status Report on the AlamedaPoint Gym Restroom Project Abdulla Amed, Public Works Project Manager of the Construction Inspection Division gave a report of the progress and timeline of the restroom project. Contract is with Byrens Kim for design services. Commissioners expressed concerns about the length of time the project is taking and the location of the interior access to the restrooms. Staff confirmed that the design will be brought to the Commission during design development. 8-B Receive Report on ActiveNet Director Amy Wooldridge gave report to update ARPD's progress and challenges with the new software program ActiveNet. Commended staff for their diligent work. Discussed the positive 2",RecreationandParkCommission/2018-05-10.pdf RecreationandParkCommission,2018-05-10,3,"resident feedback and challenges with the picnic reservations which we are working to fix with ActiveNet. 8-C Presentation of the Mastick Senior Center 2017 Annual Report Mastick Senior Center Recreation Manager Jackie Krause and Paul Hauser, Mastick Senior Center Advisory Board President, gave the 2017 Annual Report report and answered questions. The report included the budget, projects, healthy active living for seniors, transportation services, community collaborations and new programs and day trip travel opportunities. The Commissioners commended the Mastick Senior Center staff, services and volunteer program. Also expressed concern about the seniors and retired people not being able to afford housing and to live in Alameda. Jackie Krause is working with a realtor in Alameda to find solutions such developing a roommate program in which a senior living in a single family home could bring in a roommate to help with the mortgage or rent. 8-D Review and Comment on the Concept Design for the Waterfront Park at Alameda Landing Andrew Thomas, City of Alameda Assistant Community Development Director and Jason Victor from Ken Kay Associates, gave the report, showed the initial drawings and answered questions about the Waterfront Park. Commissioner comments included concerns about whether there is sufficient parking, sea level rise and a suggestion to put in small community gardens along the eastern side. Questions were also raised about using alternative power such as wind or solar. All agreed it was a good design as presented. Speaker Brian McGuire of Bike Walk Alameda (BWA): Has been working with the developer and city and encouraged community and commission support in planning for a Bike and Pedestrian bridge. ITEMS FOR NEXT AGENDA: Discuss Historical Background on Jackson Park Discuss Process and Criteria for Naming and Renaming Parks Report and legal analysis on Vote Validity SET NEXT MEETING DATE: Thursday, June 14, 2018 ADJOURNMENT: Chair Limoges made a motion to adjourn the meeting. M/S Chair Limoges / Commissioner Carter All present in favor with a 3 - 0 vote. Chair Limoges adjourned the meeting at 10:12 p.m. 3",RecreationandParkCommission/2018-05-10.pdf RecreationandParkCommission,2018-05-10,4,"From: Rasheed Shabazz Exhibit 1 To: Amy Wooldridge Subject: May 10 Written Communication - Rename Jackson Park Date: Monday, May 7, 2018 3:03:23 PM Peace Amy, I wanted to share some additional information for the Commissioners and for yourself for the upcoming meeting: sources on Andrew Jackson and researching Jackson Park, as well as a clarification re: Littlejohn Park. SOURCES ON ANDREW JACKSON'S HISTORY In my previous correspondence I shared three (of a number of) factual reasons people are critical of Andrew Jackson and have called for renaming and removal of his name and monuments from public spaces. I was finally able to watch the video from last month's Commission meeting. I saw that Commissioner Tilos had concerns about the accuracy or sources of the information i shared. Alameda blogger Lauren Do also watched the video and wrote a blog post which included a few links to sources ( https://laurendo.wordpress.com/2018/04/18/marchin-on-the-trail-of- tears/). I will also share them below. (Andrew) Jackson held hundreds of African people in captivity: As you probably know, the ""Hermitage"" was Andrew Jackson's mansion and plantation. the official website of the Hermitage states: In all reality, slavery was the source of Andrew Jackson's wealth. The Hermitage was a 1,000 acre, self-sustaining plantation that relied completely on the labor of enslaved African American men, women, and children. They performed the hard labor that produced The Hermitage' is cash crop, cotton. The more land Andrew Jackson accrued, the more slaves he procured to work it. Thus, the Jackson family's survival was made possible by the profit garnered from the crops worked by the enslaved on a daily basis. When Andrew Jackson bought The Hermitage in 1804, he owned nine enslaved African Americans. Just 25 years later that number had swelled to over 100 through purchase and reproduction. At the time of his death in 1845, Jackson owned approximately 150 people who lived and worked on the property. Considering how many enslaved Africans may have runaway, been sold, or died while in captivity, it is reasonable to state that ""Jackson held hundreds of African people in captivity."" I use the language ""enslaved Africans"" or refer to African people as being held captivity, opposed to calling them slaves. They were human beings that were enslaved. All that said, the source is from the estate of Jackson. If there is sincere concern on the impact renaming Jackson Park in Alameda will have on his descendants: https://thehermitage.com/contact-us/ Source: Andrew Jackson's Hermitage https://thehermitage.com/learn/mansion- grounds/slavery/",RecreationandParkCommission/2018-05-10.pdf RecreationandParkCommission,2018-05-10,5,"In addition to being a slaveholder/owner, he earned the nickname ""Indian Killer"" for his participation in the murder of indigenous people History.com provides background on Jackson's actions against Native peoples. Last fall, the Washington Post ran this article after President Trump chose to honor three Native American veterans in front of a portrait of Jackson, although Native Americans called Jackson ""Indian Killer.' Sources: History.com https://www.history.com/topics/native-american-history/trail-of-tears; ""Andrew Jackson was called 'Indian Killer', Trump honored Navajos in front of his portrait,' Washington Post, November 2017 Additional sources: Michael D. Green, The Politics of Indian Removal: Creek Government and Society in Crisis, University of Nebraska Press, 1985. As President, he advocated for the forced resettlement of indigenous people in the Southeast, commonly called the ""Trail of Tears."" The ""Trail of Tears"" is well-documented. The National Park Service calls the forced resettlement of Native Americans a ""journey of injustice."" Sources: Primary Documents in American History: Indian Removal Act, Library of Congress, Trail of Tears, National Park Service Additional sources: President Jackson's Second Annual Message to Congress, December 6, 1930, Library of Congress, Those are sources for those unfamiliar with Jackson's history and interested in further research. SOURCES FOR STUDYING JACKSON PARK IN ALAMEDA If the Commission chooses to direct you (or a committee) to spend time conducting this research, here are a few leads that can assist you Woodruff Minor, Alameda at Play: A Century of Public Parks and Recreation in Alameda from the Victorian Era to the Present Day. In this book, Minor states that in 1909 when three additional parks built by City and named after presidents, Jackson was chosen to replace ""Alameda Park."" However, he does not state why Jackson was chosen over the other presidents. Alameda Clippings (Verticals), PARKS. Jackson Park. Alameda Free Library. There is a folder of clippings about Jackson Park, including a few historical themed articles. However, none of them ask the question, ""Why was Alameda Park renamed after Jackson? The answer may lie in one of two sources:",RecreationandParkCommission/2018-05-10.pdf RecreationandParkCommission,2018-05-10,6,"Alameda newspapers - the renaming of the park may be on microfilm in one of the newspapers of the time period (i.e. Argus or Times-Star). Alameda Council Minutes - in meeting minutes from the time period, the reason for Jackson being chosen may be there. I'm not sure if these are both in City Hall and the Alameda Museum. CLARIFICATION RE: RENAMING BUENA VISTA TO LITTLEJOHN PARK Also, i read the staff report regarding renaming facilities and wanted to share the following. Buena Vista Park was renamed after Elector Littlejohn in 1993, not 1979. I remember because our Woodstock Seals would regularly beat the Buena Vista Rams. Below is a picture of an article from the Alameda Journal from March 19, 1993. This is from the Alameda Clipping Files, BIOS-L. PARK NAMED FOR ACTIVIST Buena Vista Park will soon be renamed Elector Littlejohn Park in memory of the Alamedan, a civil rights Photo activist. by Mark Koehder Council votes to immortalize Littlejohn By Karen Corrente Staff Writes Tomorrow our mother nities Provided Equally) - a The City Council voted unan- group that worked for fair imously to rename Buena Vista Park for a longtime Alameda would have celebrated housing for minorities in A1- ameda. She sponsored a Little resident and civil rights activ- ist amid a groundswell of pub- her 77th birthday. League team for four years and was also involved with the AI- lie support for the Recreation AJ ameda Boys Club, local PTAs Commission recommendation. Citizens of Alameda, and Alameda Meals on Wheels Relatives and friends of the thank 3-19-93 selfish and ""This woman was a very un-",RecreationandParkCommission/2018-05-10.pdf RecreationandParkCommission,2018-05-10,7,"packed vassuan you zor this woman,"" the Council Chambers during said Tom Grant, a longtime the March 16 meeting and everlasting birthday friend ""She did a lot of work cheered the board's decision in the community She had no ""I stand here before you present. (also indeced under ARKS) favors."" political ties and received no emotionally overwhelmed, said Sophie Littlejohn Tras- cher, one of Littlejohn's nine BIOG-L - James Littlejohn, Costs for a dedication cer- children. ""The Alameda com- Elector Littlejohn's son emony and new sign for the munity has stood up and said park are éstimated at approxi- they want my mother immor- mately $4,200. Taking into con- talized."" back Cabral's request last sideration the city's current fi- West End resident Nick Ca- month after so people showed the annual Martin Luther King bral originally made the re- up at their meeting in support. ""Tomorrow our mother Hall Jr. celebration held at City friends ""are willing to work fi- Trascher said her family and bancial constraints, Littlejohn na Avenue quest Vista to rename the and park Sherman Bue- would have celebrated ber 77th She was active in the Alam- nancially with the city."" Street, which is located in the birthday,"" said James Little- eda branch of the National As- neighborhood where Littlejohn john. ""Citizens of Alameda, sociation for the Advancement Buena Vista United Methodist Michael Yoshii, pastor of lived for 40 years and where thank you for this everlasting of Colored People and was a Church, said if funds have her children and many of their birthday present."" member of the board of direc- friends grew up. The Recre- Littlejohn is credited with tors for the Alameda Chapter happy to contribute. be raised, he' be more than to ation Commission decided to establishing Alameda's Black of the American Red Cross, She ""If the question of History Month activities and was also active in Alamedans with Hope (Housing Opportu- said. comes up, call me first,"" money Yoshii to contribute. ""Td be more than happy Again, I will follow-up with a few of the folks that made this suggestion to me and see if they wish to address this topic at Thursdays meeting. I am grateful for the Commission taking this matter seriously. And to the Chair Ron Limoges: You're welcome! Be well. Rasheed Shabazz rasheed@berkeley.edu",RecreationandParkCommission/2018-05-10.pdf RecreationandParkCommission,2018-05-10,8,"Mastick Senior Center National Senior Health and Fitness Day is Wednesday, May 30, from 1pm-3pm The Alameda County Area Agency on Aging approved our grant request resulting in $25,000 per year for three years. During the summer months, projects will include exterior paint touch-up, interior paint of Room A and two bathrooms. Pickleball Clinic on Saturday, May 12 at 10:00 a.m. at Lincoln Park. A free event with registration required. USA Pickleball Ambassadors will teach people how to play. Paratransit: Ten benches have been ordered and will be installed at shared AC Transit and Alameda Loop Shuttle stops. In addition, signs have been ordered and will be installed with schedules and maps for the Alameda Loop Shuttle. Parks Maintenance New water fountain in the Washington Dog Park with a push button and water tray for dogs. Fixes significant drainage and muddiness problems around the fountain. Also replaced fencing and the pathway. Moved the Washington Park ARPD sign to the corner of 8th St. and Central Ave. Removed the pathway that was extremely deteriorated and was also a safety hazard due to cars frequently using it to enter the park unlawfully. Replaced the pathway with grass and will be planting two trees on either side of the ARPD sign. There is an existing pathway available to enter the park from that street corner just ten feet away from the old pathway. Working with Public Works Project Management staff to replace all of the lights along Shoreline Park from the bridge to the ferry terminal. The existing lights are degraded by the salt air and the new lights will be concrete and will be much longer lasting in the marine environment. Recreation Services Nearing completion of summer hiring. Summer camp registration is going well. Customers are reporting that the online Active Net registration system is easy to use. The Sandcastle and Sand sculpture Contest is Sat., June 2 at Crown Beach. The Teen Volunteer program is expanding greatly with increased numbers and an excellent job training curriculum. These volunteers work in all of the ARPD summer programs. It is a great feeder into our staff recruitment. Administrative Applications are being taken for all City Boards and Commissions for terms that expire June 30, 2018. For the Recreation and Parks Commission, this includes three positions. Information on CA Proposition 68 on the June ballot.",RecreationandParkCommission/2018-05-10.pdf RecreationandParkCommission,2018-05-10,9,"Authorizes $4 billion in general obligation bonds for: creation and rehabilitation of state and local parks, natural resources protection projects, climate adaptation projects, water quality and supply projects, and flood protection projects. Reallocates $100 million of unused bond authority from prior bond acts for the same purposes. Appropriates moneys from the General Fund to pay off bonds. Requires non-state matching funds for certain projects and favors disadvantaged communities for certain projects. Requires annual audits. City of Alameda would receive a per capita allocation of $200,000 as well as being eligible to apply to competitive grants. Projects Sweeney Park Have completed underground work and will now see above ground construction such as concrete, asphalt, structures and playground equipment. Krusi Park Recreation Center Received two bids and both are above the available construction budget. Working quickly on a revised plan for a state pre-bid building. Corica Park South Course ribbon cutting event is Friday, June 15 at 5:00pm. June 21 is a Fundraiser Golf Tournament Opening Day is June 22",RecreationandParkCommission/2018-05-10.pdf