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1,"ALAMEDA GOLF COMMISSION
MINUTES OF SPECIAL MEETING
Tuesday, March 1, 2016
1
CALL TO ORDER
Vice-Chair Bev Blatt called the regular meeting to order at approximately 1:00 p.m. in
Ladies Lounge, 1 Clubhouse Memorial Road, Alameda, CA 94502
1-A
ROLL CALL
Present:
Vice-Chair Bev Blatt, Commissioner Cheryl Saxton,
Commissioner Ron Carlson and Ed Downing
Absent:
Commissioners Shawn Shelby
Staff:
Greenway Principals Ken Campbell, George Kelley and Marc
Logan
Also Present:
None
2
ORAL COMMUNICATIONS
Norma Arnerich recommended that the City should move forward with the contract as
presented.
Jane Sullwold urged the Golf Commission to recommend to City Council not to
approve the current agreement and possibly give Jim's a temporary contract, and work
through the proposal.
Stephen Burnett, men's and women's golf coach at Alameda High School, expressed
his support for Jim's
Joe VanWinkle urged the Golf Commission to recommend to the City Council to wait
60 days to approve the agreement, and work through the items not clarified in the
agreement.
3
COMMISSION COMMUNICATIONS
Amy Wooldridge, Park and Recreation Director, informed the Golf Commission of the
mandatory Ethics Training required annually that had been sent to the commissioners
previously, and is due by the end of March.
4
WRITTEN/ORAL REPORTS
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2,"5.
AGENDA ITEMS
5-A
Review and Recommend a 15-Year Concession Agreement, with a
10-Year Renewal Option, with Dialemi, Inc. (known as Jim's on the
Course), for the Provision of Food and Beverage Service at the
Chuck Corica Golf Complex.
Amy Wooldridge stated that she had a slide show presentation prepared, but the
projector was not working, so copies of the presentation were distributed, which was
attached to the agenda, along with the Staff Report from the City with an overview and
it's recommendation.
Chair Blatt had inquired about the number of toilets required for the new capacity and
Ms. Wooldridge stated that she had confirmed with the building inspector the
requirements: One toilet for every 75 people available, and due to the fact that the
clubhouse has four stalls in both the men's and women's restroom, that this fulfills the
requirement. She was then asked by Commissioner Ed Downing, about the
clubhouse restrooms being locked at dark, and she stated that they were working on
an agreement between Greenway and Jim's, which has not been signed, that this
provision is addressed in the agreement.
Commissioner Downing inquired whether the upgrades to the restrooms in the
restaurant have been completed, and Tom Geanekos stated that, if the Concession
Agreement is approved, he would be willing to further upgrade them. He was then
asked if that would include additional toilets, Amy Wooldridge responded stating that
as soon as your start moving walls, new fire codes would have to complied with, which
would include installing sprinklers, which is a cost of approximately $400,000. The
question was asked as to who was responsible for the restroom upgrades, and Ms.
Wooldridge stated that it was the City's responsibility for upgrades per the current
Concessionaire Agreement, but that the Golf Fund is at a negative, due to the
$1,000,000 that was borrowed from the Recreation Fund to fulfill the contribution to
Greenway, and they are in the process of still paying that off.
Two questions were asked by Jane Sullwold. The first question was ""Why is it that this
Capital Improvement holdover is substantially less than what Greenway is required to
make for capital improvements, and the second question is that the renovation to the
kitchen does not require the movement of any walls. Mr. Geanekos responded to the
second question stating that it is correct, that they will be not be moving any walls,
they will be using a back room, which currently holds a walk-in unit, for the additional
banquet kitchen prep area. Ms. Wooldridge responded to the first question regarding
the capital improvement fund, and she stated that the City's thought process was
that it was a significantly smaller area of the property.
Chair Blatt stated that at the January Golf Commission, that Greenway stated that they
were planning to submit a proposal to the City for improvements to the Clubhouse and
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3,"the North Course, and she wants it clear that there will be total agreement between
Greenway and Jim's that improvements will not look funny. Ms. Wooldridge stated
that the City does not want it to look funny, and that Greenway gets to take the lead as
to what the improvements look like, and she recommends that they are presented to
the golf commission, and Jim's would follow the tile choice and color schemes chosen.
Commissioner Downing asked what would happen if Jim's chose not to agree to the
color choices made by Greenway, and Ms. Wooldridge stated that per the agreement,
he has to match design colors and style.
Discussion ensued regarding several specific design items, and Ms. Wooldridge asked
that they table this as the purpose of this meeting is to move forward with the
recommendation for the Concessionaire agreement, and specifics can come back to
the Golf Commission at a later date. The Concessionaire agreement is going before
the City Council tonight for approval, and if approved, it moves forward, and if not
approved, a couple of scenarios are they can make particular amendments to it and
would still move forward or they could simply say no. If they say no, Greenway has
first right of refusal in the existing agreement with the City, and she would then begin
negotiations with Greenway, and if that failed at City Council level, then a formal
Request for Proposal would be initiated, as well as if Greenway chose to waive their
right of refusal.
Commission Downing asked if all the major renovations would require approval of the
Golf Commission, and Ms. Wooldridge stated that currently the agreement states that
it requires Golf Commission approval for the enclosed patio, but if the Golf
Commission wants approval of all interior renovations, that would have to be a
recommendation to the City Council, and they could approve the agreement with that
amendment.
Chair Blatt asked Mr. Geanekos if there was somebody to fulfill the obligations of the
agreement in the case of his retirement, and Mr. Geanekos responded that their goal
is to remain a family business, but if this were to change, he could sign over to a City
approved concessionaire.
Ken Campbell of Greenway Golf stated that the relationship between Greenway and
Jim's has been positive, but they are looking for clarity within the agreement, for
instance, having a breakdown of the cost estimates that Greenway had to provide,
would be advisable. Mr. Campbell stated that, originally, Greenway endorsed the idea
of the patio wrapping around the front, but after they saw the conceptual drawing, they
would like to discuss further how it is going to look. Mr. Campbell stated that there
was nothing about golf course services, including the North Course snack bar and the
beverage cart, and also inquired about snack services at the practice facility. Mr.
Campbell asked about maintenance of the common area, as the agreement states that
Jim's is not responsible for any exterior landscaping. Greenway would also like clarity
on the interior design of the restaurant. Mr. Campbell also would like the opportunity
for Greenway's attorneys look at the possibility of a cross indemnity clause regarding
any injuries that might occur on the property.
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4,"Ms. Wooldridge responded to the common area maintenance, stating there is a third
party agreement between Greenway and Jim's on the Course, and was originally part
of the City's agreement, but was pulled by the City's attorneys stating that the City
could not be responsible for an agreement between two other entities.
Tom Geanekos stated that there has been a positive relationship with Greenway, but
also expressed his concerns for working not having a lease and working on a month to
month basis. He feels that in the last 10 years, that he has shown good faith, and
asked the Golf Commission not to put him in the position of operating without a lease.
Discussion ensued regarding the conceptual drawings presented at the July Golf
Commission meeting, as they are not the same as the proposed drawings in the
current agreement, and it was discussed that in July, those were similar concepts, not
the final concept.
Chair Blatt felt that a five year renewal would work to give Jim's security, and also, by
then the golf course renovations would be complete, and then they would know what
would be needed. Greenway responded that they would just like 60 days to work
these issues out.
Commissioner Downing feels that the agreement is vague and is not in favor of
moving forward.
Commissioner Carlson feels that Jim's should have some assurances, and possibly
add some addendums to the agreement.
Commissioner Saxton understands both sides, but suggests taking 60 days, to solve
the issues in question.
Commissioner Downing moved that the Golf Commission recommend to the City
Council that they negotiate a six month lease extension of the current agreement with
Jim's, and facilitate between the interested to decide the best course of action in that
six month time period. The motion failed.
Discussion ensued as to how much time would be needed to work out the issues in
questions. Jim's would like the contract approved tonight and Greenway would like 60
days to work on these items.
Commissioner Downing moved that the Golf Commission recommend to the City
Council that they negotiate a six month lease extension of the current concessionaire
lease with Jim's, and the two interested parties come back to the Golf Commission on
April 12 with their agreed upon plan. The motion passed unanimously.
6.
ORAL COMMUNICATIONS, NON-AGENDA (Public Comment)
7.
OLD BUSINESS
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5,"None
8.
WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS
None
9.
ITEMS FOR NEXT MEETING'S AGENDA - March 8, 2016
10.
ANNOUNCEMENTSIADJOURNMENT
The meeting was adjourned at approximately 3:36 p.m.
The agenda for the meeting was posted seven days in advance in compliance with the
Alameda Sunshine Ordinance, which also complies with the 72-hour requirement of the
Brown Act.
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6,"APPROVED MINUTES
REGULAR MEETING OF THE
CITY OF ALAMEDA PLANNING BOARD
MONDAY, JUNE 10, 2019
1. CONVENE
President Sullivan convened the meeting at 7:00 p.m.
2. FLAG SALUTE
Board Member Cavanaugh led the flag salute.
3. ROLL CALL
Present: President Sullivan, Board Members Cavanaugh, Rothenberg, Teague.
Absent: Board Members Curtis, Mitchell, and Saheba.
4. AGENDA CHANGES AND DISCUSSION
*None*
5. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS
*None*
6. CONSENT CALENDAR
*None*
7. REGULAR AGENDA ITEMS
7-A 2019-6983
PLN18-0562 - Planned Development Amendment, Final Development Plan, Design
Review, and Zoning Text Amendment - 2331 North Loop Road - Applicant: John Lipp on
behalf of the Friends of the Alameda Animal Shelter (FAAS). Public hearing to consider a
Planned Development Amendment, Final Development Plan, Design Review, and Zoning
Text Amendment for a new approximately 12,000 square foot two-story facility for FAAS
that would have indoor boarding for up to 37 animals, adoption and veterinary services,
administrative offices, and community events. The project is located in the C-M-PD
(Commercial Manufacturing, Planned Development) Zoning District. The City previously
certified/adopted a Final Environmental Impact Report for Harbor Bay Isle (EIR) and
Addendum to the EIR (collectively, Previous CEQA Documents) in accordance with the
California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA). None of the circumstances necessitating
further CEQA review are present, thus the City can rely on the Previous CEQA
Documents.
David Sablan, Planner Il with the Planning, Building, and Transportation Department, gave
a presentation. The staff report and attachments can be found at:
https://alameda.legistar.com/LegislationDetail.aspx?ID=3970959&GUID=3F1268BE
1AOA-4BD5-ADC5-9099783AC6F2&FullText=1
Approved Planning Board Minutes
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June 10, 2019",12998,
7,"Board Member Teague said the planned development amendment is not included as a
separate resolution and asked if that would require City Council action.
Andrew Thomas, Acting Director of Planning, Building, and Transportation, said they are
approving the project with a site specific amendment and are not changing the rules for
the broader development agreement. He said approving the final development plan for the
project would be sufficient to give force to the amendment.
Board Member Teague asked the applicant if a restriction on free running animals in the
run area at night would pose a problem.
John Lipp, Executive Director of FAAS, said that the animals would all be completely inside
at night and only be outside with staff and volunteers during the daytime.
President Sullivan asked whether the shade structure on the roof was included in the listed
height.
Staff Member Sablan said the parapet height was 30 feet and the pavilion was an
additional ten feet. He said it was open on one side.
Marisa Tye, project architect, said the pavilion encloses the stairs and a storage area. She
said there are areas open to the shade, and some covered areas for uses like
handwashing and garbage.
President Sullivan asked what type of outreach was conducted with the immediate
neighbors.
Mr. Lipp said they sent letters to the homeowners and knocked on doors. He said they
spoke with three of the five immediate neighbors and had good conversations.
Board Member Teague asked the applicant whether the project would be untenable if the
City Council did not approve the zoning change allowing the outdoor run.
Mr. Lipp said they would like to be able to socialize the dogs in groups using the run, but
could possibly use the same model as their other facility where they have to take the dogs
off of the property for exercise.
Board Member Rothenberg asked if the applicant considered using any type of sound wall
along the property lines.
Mr. Lipp said they want to be a good neighbor and said they are engineering the facility to
modern best practices for noise mitigation. He said this is good for the neighbors and for
the animals.
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8,"Ms. Tye said the landscape plan will provide screening along the northern property line
and they will also have further sound evaluations at the next phase.
There were no public speakers.
Staff Member Thomas added that the neighborhood was noticed for the hearing, in
addition to the applicants' outreach efforts.
Board Member Teague said he is in favor of the project, but wants to dot the ""i's"" and cross
the ""t's."" He said that condition number 27 should be changed from one to two curb cuts.
He said there are always potential unintended consequences to zoning changes. He said
he thinks the changes are over broad. He said we are eliminating the idea of allowing
kennels, which he does not believe was the intent. He expressed concerns about this use
being immediately adjacent to residential use and wanted to limit unleashed outdoor play
to daylight hours, such as 8 a.m. to 8 p.m., and otherwise leashed outdoor access would
be available. He said he would specify how to narrow down the use permit to specifically
address animal shelters and not make other changes to the by right areas of the use
permit. He said he is looking forward to this project being completed.
Board Member Teague moved approval of the project, and recommend approval to
the City Council, with the following changes: to allow two curb cuts; in use permit
section ii that we do not drop the word ""kennels;"" in use permit number three that
it read ""Veterinary clinics and/or veterinaryhospitals and animal shelters within two
hundred feet of any R District only upon a finding by the Planning Director that
sufficient air conditioning and soundproofing will be provided to effectivelyconfine
odors and noise so as not to interfere with the public health, safety, and welfare. No
outside pens or unsupervised runs shall be permitted. Supervised, unleashed
outdoor runs shall be permitted during the hours of 8 a.m. to 8 p.m., otherwise
leasheda access of the outdoor run is allowed. Board Member Rothenberg seconded
the motion. The motion passed 4-0.
7-B 2019-6984
Public hearing to consider Design Review for the public right-of-way extension along Fifth
Street from the northern intersection of Mitchell Avenue to the Alameda Landing
Waterfront Park. The project is located within the M-X (Mixed-Use) Zoning District. A
Supplemental Environmental Impact Report has been certified for the Alameda Landing
Mixed Use Development in compliance with the California Environmental Quality Act
(CEQA). Pursuant to CEQA Guidelines Section 15162, no new significant impacts have
been identified and no additional CEQA review is required.
Henry Dong, Planner III with the Planning, Building, and Transportation Department, gave
a
presentation. The staff report and attachments can be found at:
https://alameda.legistar.com/LegislationDetail.aspx?ID=3971005&GUID=BC403564-
9E08-4DD2-AB5E-8E4B7B9FE9FA&FullText=
Approved Planning Board Minutes
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June 10, 2019",12998,
9,"President Sullivan asked how many parking spaces the planting beds (bulb outs) would
take away.
Staff Member Thomas said that the midblock bulb outs would result in the loss of four
parking spaces.
Jason Victor, landscape architect, said the bulb outs are included to be consistent with the
rest of Fifth Street for traffic calming purposes. He said the midblock treatments could be
considered optional, but they would like to keep the bulb outs at the intersections.
President Sullivan said she would prefer to remove the midblock bulb outs.
There were no public speakers.
Board Member Teague said that he anticipates parking being important with the project
and would support removing the bulb outs at the midblock crossing.
Board Member Teague moved approval with the change to remove the midblock
bulb outs in favor of additional parking spaces. Board Member Cavanaugh
seconded the motion. The motion passed 4-0.
President Sullivan asked whether we anticipate a problem with the Chinese Elm trees
being susceptible to Dutch Elm disease.
Mr. Victor said he has been monitoring the Chinese Elm trees already in use in the
previous phase at Alameda Landing and said they have been faring extremely well. He
said all of the trees have been doing quite well considering the soil conditions they were
dealing with.
7-C 2019-6985
Planning Board Study Session to consider preliminary initial development concepts for the
356 dwelling units on the Alameda Landing Waterfront north of the intersection of Fifth
Street and Mitchell Avenue. The project is located within the M-X (Mixed-Use) Zoning
District.
Staff Member Dong introduced the item. The staff report and attachments can be found
at:  ttps://alameda.legistar.com/LegislationDetail.aspx?ID=3971106&GUID=EC26285E-
8D4E-4842-99FB-4D2AAB2E3A69&FullText=1
President Sullivan asked about the plans to potentially run a bridge through the housing
development, and asked what that would mean for the project.
Staff Member Thomas said the City is working to design a new bicycle and pedestrian
crossing. He said that this project site presents the fewest limitations for a potential
alignment, so they are preserving the ability to add a bridge in the future. He said they
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10,"want to design the neighborhood so that it is attractive whether or not the bridge is ever
constructed.
Scott Hilke, Pulte Homes, and the applicant team gave a presentation.
President Sullivan asked if the reliance on the Chinese Elm would be a problem given the
potential for disease.
Mr. Abed said that anytime you have a monoculture that disease is a concern. He said
there is a mix of other species in the plan and that so far the tree is doing well in the area.
Board Member Rothenberg asked the developer to explain the thinking behind the
different building heights and their placement within site.
Staff Member Thomas said the Master Plan permits five stories.
Mr. Hilke said most of the product they intend to build is three stories, and the flats would
be in four story buildings.
Board Member Rothenberg said the design needs some refinement. She said the
vernaculars of the different products are very different and asked how the products would
work together and how the stucco would hold up in the marine environment.
Mr. Hilke said they were attempting to show a range of possible designs for consideration.
He said that they could stick with a more consistent style, or even try to match the Tri
Pointe style of the previous phase of development.
Cindy Ma, project architect, said that three of the four products are more contemporary.
She said the compact townhomes happen to have a pitched roof and they were just trying
to show that there can be different approaches taken with the different typologies.
Board Member Rothenberg suggested that there be a unified vision when they bring the
design back. She added that a 3D simulation may be helpful. She asked if a market rate
development this large (356 units) would be consistent with proposed changes in the
General Plan regarding support for a range of affordable housing options.
Staff Member Thomas said the site is subject to a development agreement from 2006 and
any proposed changes to code would not apply.
Board Member Teague asked if the EVA on the west side of the project will be exclusive
to emergency vehicles.
Mr. Hilke said that the western edge of the site would have a walking and biking path and
a grass-crete emergency access not open to private automobiles.
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11,"Board Member Teague said he understood that some of the units may be run by the
Housing Authority and not be for sale market rate.
Mr. Hilke said they are in discussions with the Housing Authority about how best to fulfill
the affordable housing requirements for the project. He said one option would be to sell a
finished building to the Housing Authority that they would then manage.
Board Member Teague said the retail section was glossed over and asked for more
information.
Mr. Hilke said they currently envision a single story retail only building with frontage onto
the Waterfront Plaza and the east-west roadway.
Board Member Teague asked if the potential pedestrian and bike bridge has caused them
to reduce the number of housing units.
Mr. Hilke said the placement of the bridge within the view corridor means it is not a problem
unless the location changed.
Board Member Teague asked if the change in the AMP access on the east side of the
project side would be a problem.
Staff Member Thomas said that they will work with AMP and make sure there is sufficient
access.
Board Member Teague asked why the bike connection to the Tri Pointe property is listed
only as potential.
Mr. Hilke said that they could build a connection, but that they do not control access to the
Tri Pointe property.
Board Member Cavanaugh asked why the project is being built before a bridge is
constructed.
Staff Member Thomas said that the bridge planning is a complicated long term project. He
said they do not want to stop all housing development while they work on a bridge solution.
Board Member Cavanaugh asked what the plan would be for noise abatement with all of
the marine services happening to the west of the project site.
Mr. Hilke said that they will have to do sound studies and mitigation, but that they will
absolutely have to also do disclosure to potential residents about impacts of noise at the
site.
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12,"Staff Member Thomas said that the Master Plan required the 50 foot buffer on the westem
edge of the property. He said the biggest noise concerns of the adjacent maritime
commercial project will be from trucks.
Board Member Cavanaugh said that the contrasting building styles along the Fifth Street
corridor with the flat roofs across from the pitched would create a weird feeling that needs
to be addressed. He said the imagery could have been a better quality. He added that
Fifth Street should be a grand entrance to the waterfront.
President Sullivan asked if any of the townhomes have any patios or backyards.
Ms. Ma said that the townhomes would have private decks or balconies, but no backyards.
President Sullivan asked who the typical customer would be, saying that families would
want to have a yard for small children to play unsupervised.
Mr. Hilke said they are trying to provide a large number of homes and the design is not
conducive to private yards, except for the single family homes which comprisete percent
of the project. He said the waterfront park is the amenity for the project. He said they are
appealing to a first time buyer looking for a smaller home, noting that they have products
as small as 900 square feet.
President Sullivan opened the public hearing.
Raymond Hsu said he lives in the adjacent Tri Pointe development and is looking forward
to the waterfront park being built. He said the four story flats would not fit with their
neighborhood and would loom over their balconies and yards. He suggested having a bike
path along the eastern edge of the project site to create a buffer and connect to the
waterfront park. He said the flats with roof decks could be situated closer to the waterfront
where they could take advantage of the views.
Ashle Baxter said he also lives in the adjacent Symmetry by Tri Pointe community. He
said the existing community should be considered when determining where to site the four
story buildings. He said that any rooftop decks should have rules that account for potential
noise late into the night.
Mike Kraft said he is a resident of Mariner Square marina. He said traffic has become
much worse in the last twelve years. He said we are squishing a lot of people into a little
space and 700 more cars is going to cause problems. He said the previous phases of the
project have resulted in constant dust and dirt being deposited on his and neighboring
boats. He said he wants the City Council to consider the impacts before moving forward.
There were no more speakers. President Sullivan closed the public hearing.
Board Member Rothenberg asked how the dust mitigation would be handled.
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13,"Staff Member Thomas said there are basic conditions that apply to the project. He said
the prevailing westerly winds make it difficult to prevent dust from impacting the marina.
He said they work on conditions to deal with the dust, including mitigations and even boat
cleaning services for residents.
Board Member Rothenberg said she would be happy to participate in drafting enforceable
conditions for the general contractor to follow to incentivize compliance.
Board Member Teague said he agreed with Board Member Cavanaugh about the design
of the small townhomes being very out of place along the Fifth Street frontage. He said
there is little variance in roof lines. He said the microtownhouses have potential. He added
that the condo designs were bland. He said the six unit flat example in the presentation
was much more appealing than what was in the plan, which lacked character or variation.
He said the pocket parks need real definition when the plan comes back. He said the
connection to the promenade is vital. He said he would not have a problem averaging the
two traffic calculations for townhomes and flats to apply to the micro townhomes. He said
we need more housing. He said the developer could build more units in taller buildings.
He said the design guidelines indicate taller buildings should be further away from the
water's edge. He said the pedestrian access from the development to the shuttle at Target
needs to be safe. He added that he appreciated the additional view corridors in the plan.
President Sullivan said she is concerned that we are not focusing on families and children.
She said it affects the long term health and viability of the community. She said the
massing of so many units in each building is not attractive to her.
Board Member Cavanaugh asked if we can make the connection to the ferry terminal
easier for people without depending on cars.
Staff Member Thomas said the North Housing project will open up connections through
the Estuary Park that will dramatically shorten the distance to get to the ferry terminal. He
said the water shuttle issue will continue to evolve as the project comes online as well.
8. MINUTES
8-A 2019-6982
Draft Meeting Minutes - May 13, 2019
Board Member Teague pointed out corrections to the minutes and provided written
suggestions and notes to Staff Member Thomas.
President Sullivan suggested that the minutes come back at a future meeting.
9. STAFF COMMUNICATIONS
9-A 2019-6980
Planning, Building and Transportation Department Recent Actions and Decisions
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14,"The staff report can be found at:
https://alameda.legistar.com/LegislationDetail.aspx?ID=3970897&GUID=9657280C
5ED6-4670-A37C-6429C86D5855&FullText=1
9-B 2019-6941
Oral Report - Future Public Meetings and Upcoming Planning, Building and Transportation
Department Projects
Staff Member Thomas said the Planning Board Tour has been rescheduled to June 20,
2019.
President Sullivan said she would like the bus to visit Ballena Bay before returning back
to City Hall.
Staff Member Thomas said the June 24th meeting would have the Alameda Marina
Tentative Map, South Loop Road project, and some Zoning Text Amendments for
consideration.
Board Member Teague asked that the topic of rooming houses and shared living be
revisited and addressed with the proposed changes. He said they left a hole in the zoning
ordinance when the previous changes were made.
Staff Member Thomas said that the boatyard RFQ period is complete and there were two
responses. He said the City may have to rethink how they go about finding a boatyard
operator and that they are not giving up on the idea of a boatyard.
Board Member Cavanaugh suggested a subtenant approach to providing marine services.
Board Member Rothenberg suggested finding a model from another jurisdiction and
emulating a successful approach. She said the motivation needs to be there for the City's
business partner.
10. WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS
*None*
11. BOARD COMMUNICATIONS
*None*
12. President Sullivan said she would be moving on from the board when the new members
are seated.
13. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS
*None*
14. ADJOURNMENT
President Sullivan adjourned the meeting at 9:18 p.m.
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15,"MINUTES OF THE SPECIAL CITY COUNCIL MEETING
WEDNESDAY- - -SEPTEMBER 17, 2008 - - -6:30 P.M.
(08-406 - ) A Special Meeting was called to allow the Council to
attend the Community Action for a Sustainable Alameda meeting.
Lara Weisiger, City Clerk
The agenda for this meeting was posted in accordance with the Brown
Act.
Special Meeting
Alameda City Council
September 17, 2008",12998,
16,"ALAMEDA GOLF COMMISSION
MINUTES OF SPECIAL MEETING
Wednesday, March 8, 2007
1.
CALL TO ORDER
Chair Bob Wood called the special meeting to order at 5:37 p.m. in the Ladies Lounge,
Chuck Corica Golf Complex, #1 Clubhouse Memorial Road, Alameda, CA.
1-A.
Roll Call
Roll call was taken and members present were: Commissioner Bill Delaney,
Commissioner Betsy Gammell, Vice Chair Ray Gaul, Commissioner Bill Schmitz,
Secretary Jane Sullwold and Chair Bob Wood. Absent: Commissioner Sandré Swanson.
Also present was Golf Services Manager Matt Plumlee.
2.
AGENDA ITEMS:
3-A
Clarification on February 11, 2007 Special Meeting Minutes.
Chair Wood referenced the minutes from the February 11, 2007 special meeting where the fee
change schedule was corrupted. Chair Wood requested that the fee change schedule be included
in the minutes as an attachment. The request was also made to have the reformatted fee change
schedule included in the City Council staff report for the March 20, 2007 meeting. Secretary
Sullwold made the motion to rescind the prior approval of the February 11, 2007 special meeting
minutes and approve the amended and reformatted minutes and fee change schedule attachment
dated March 5, 2007. Commissioner Schmitz seconded the motion and the Golf Commission
approved unanimously.
3-B
Review of BMS Report.
Chair Wood reported that BMS, an architectural landscaping firm, was contacted in October
2006 to do a study when the Golf Commission was looking at erecting a temporary structure to
serve as a banquet facility. The purpose of the report was to get an idea of additional cost
associated with putting up a temporary structure. The scope of work got expanded to look at not
only the area around the existing clubhouse and the proposed new banquet facility but also
secondarily to look at the entryway at the corner of Island Drive and Clubhouse Memorial Road
as a separate zone and then as another zone the driveway (Clubhouse Memorial Road) to a
portion of the parking lot. The thought at the time that the proposal was requested was that it
would include costs for utilities and infrastructure, which it does not. Secretary Sullwold
expressed her frustration with the fact that the proposal cost upwards of $20,000 and is
landscaping for concepts that have not been decided on and may never be completed. The
problem seems to be that the Development Services Department runs the project and by the time
the Golf Commission gets the information or the proposals the work has already been done
3-C
Discuss Dahlin's Proposal for Master Planning & Conceptual Design.
Chuck Corica Golf Complex
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17,"The Dahlin report breaks the Master Site Plan into the following phases. Phase A-New
Bar/Grill/Banquet Facility (approximately 8,500 s.f.), Phase B1-New Pro Shop Facility
(approximately 8,000 s.f.), Phase B2-Exterior modifications to the existing Pro Shop Facility
(assumed as a potential option, it the existing pro shop building is to remain for a longer period
of time after Phase A is completed), Phase B3-New Entry Canopy and Site Development:
development of an entry canopy that will ""join"" Phase A and Phase B1, along with the
development of a new vehicle routing/bag drop area, Phase C-Site and landscape improvements
immediately adjacent to the existing/new building areas, Phase D-Entry Drive Improvements,
Site Monument (at entry drive and at the corner of Island and Dolittle Drives), Phase E-Site
Parking Improvements, site entry bridge feature at creek, realigning of the on site parking and
addition of planter islands and irrigation for landscaping. The Dahlin report is a master plan
proposal to do the basic design not for submitting any construction drawings just an idea to work
with and get cost estimates to see how much each phase would cost so that it can be proposed to
City Council to determine which options to proceed with. She also stated that there could be cost
savings by completing the planning now rather than later. Chair Wood stated that the Golf
Commission will not be able to take action on the item without first reviewing the material. The
Golf Commission was given copies of the report and the discussion ensued. Ms. Delagrange
referenced the report stating that Dahlin will utilize previous design concepts and cost
estimation, they will provide minor modifications to the site and the cart barn, driving range and
snack shack structures are existing and no work is planned at these areas. The buildings will be
demolished on a per phase basis. The new buildings will be placed at about the same location as
the existing buildings to minimize additional site work. No changes in the golf course design
were included. Dahlin will also provide an analysis for anticipated cost savings if the City were
to construct both Phase A and Phase B as one project instead of separately. As part of the
conceptual building design, they will provide a scenario for creating a shared set of restrooms
between the Bar/Grill/Banquet Facility (Phase A) and the Pro Shop (Phase B). Dahlin will
provide a maximum of two conceptual layouts for the new Bar/Grill/Banquet facility (Phase A)
and the Pro Shop (Phase B). Included in the professional fees are three presentations/meetings
with the Golf Commission and one presentation/meeting with the City Council and provide
standard design review submittals and cost estimation summaries for all presentations/meetings.
4.
ANNOUNCEMENTS/ADJOURNMENT
The announcement was made that the Golf Complex will celebrate its 80th Anniversary.
The item will be placed on a future agenda for discussion of possible festivities.
The Special Meeting was adjourned at 8:37 PM.
The agenda for the special meeting was posted 24 hours in advance in accordance with the Brown Act.
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18,"Approved Minutes
July 17, 2017
Minutes of the Special Meeting of the
Rent Review Advisory Committee
Monday, July 17, 2017
1. CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL
The meeting was called to order at 6:39 p.m.
Present were:
Chair Cambra and Vice Chair Sullivan-Sariñana; Members
Friedman, Griffiths, and Murray
Committee Staff:
Jennifer Kauffman
City Attorney Staff: John Le
2. AGENDA CHANGES
a. Staff noted that a revised agenda was published today and is available in the back
of the room or online.
3. STAFF ANNOUNCEMENTS
a. Staff for the record stated there are no cases reviewed at tonight's meeting.
4. PUBLIC COMMENT, NON-AGENDA, NO.1
a. None.
5. CONSENT CALENDAR
a. None.
6. UNFINSHED BUSINESS
a. No unfinished business.
7. NEW BUSINESS
7-A. Overview of Rent Program Administrative Procedures
Review of RRAC meeting procedures
Schedule possible Brown Act/Sunshine Ordinance Training
Staff explained the administrative procedures for the Ordinance, noting the
information is also available at public informational workshops. The discussion
included the following topics:
Communication between staff and parties
Invalid notices and reimbursements on violations
Qualifications for the individual meeting the Ordinance's definition of ""Landlord""
Reasonable accommodation process
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Public record requests
Referrals to regional legal and social services
Mediation options
Committee members discussed factors under consideration for rent increase reviews
including the role of supportive documentation. The discussion addressed the
information provided to parties prior to Committee meetings, types of supportive
documentation relevant to rent increases, parties' inclusion or exclusion of
supportive documents. Committee members requested staff share with each
member a copy of the template letters provided to parties prior to the RRAC
meeting.
Members discussed the Committee's role and procedures during the mediation and
recommendation phase. City attorney staff identified section 6-58.85.A, noting that
members are not advocates for either the Landlord or the Tenant. Members requested
that staff provide guidance on City Council's intent with the role of mediation and
dialogue during the RRAC process. Member Friedman stated he will follow-up with
City attorney staff at a later time if he is interested in pursuing this topic.
Member Sullivan-Sariñana introduced topic regarding the appropriate time allotment
per case. Members discussed the procedures and noted that changes will be made
through an amendment to the RRAC Rules and Procedures.
Chair Cambra made logistical recommendations on the following topics:
Seating arrangement
Time management
Name badges
Member's roles
Room acoustics
Member's ability to discuss Committee procedures in the future
Members request staff agendize the opportunity for a Committee
members to debrief on the RRAC process at each meeting.
Motion and second for the meeting to extend 10 minutes beyond 9:30pm (Griffiths
and Sullivan-Sariñana). Approved by unanimous consent.
Chair Cambra and Member Sullivan-Sariñana discussed updating the RRAC chair
announcements. Cambra and Sullivan-Sariñana agreed to prepare the language
together to share at the upcoming RRAC meetings.
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City attorney staff informed Committee members that a Sunshine Ordinance video
training is available to the public online at the City's website. Staff confirmed that the
information will be sent to Committee members and each members is welcome to
contact the City attorney's office with questions once they view the video.
8. PUBLIC COMMENT, NON-AGENDA, NO. 2.
a. No public comment.
9. MATTERS INITIATED
a. Chair Cambra requested the Committee agendize a discussion on the low volume
of reviews requested by tenants for increases equal to or less than 5%. Members
and staff discussed the scope and purview of the Committee. Cambra withdrew
the request and noted he will introduce the topic at a later date.
10.ADJOURNMENT
The meeting was unanimously adjourned at 9:43 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Committee Secretary
Jennifer Kauffman
Approved by the Rent Review Advisory Committee on November 6, 2017.
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21,"APPROVED MEETING MINUTES
REGULAR MEETING OF THE
CITY OF ALAMEDA PLANNING BOARD
MONDAY, JULY 11, 2011
7:00 p.m.
1. CONVENE:
7:12 p.m.
2. FLAG SALUTE:
Board member Henneberry
3. ROLL CALL:
Present: President Ezzy Ashcraft, Board members: Burton,
Henneberry, Kohlstrand & Zuppan
Absent: Vice-President Autorino
4. MINUTES:
Minutes from the Regular meeting of March 14, 2011
Continued due to lack of quorum.
Minutes from the Special meeting of March 28, 2011
Continued due to lack of quorum.
Minutes from the meeting of April 25, 2011
Continued due to lack of quorum.
Minutes from the Regular meeting of June 13, 2011
President Ezzy-Ashcraft provided changes to the minutes. Board member Zuppan made a
motion, seconded by board member Henneberry, to approve the minutes as amended. (4-
0). Board member Kohlstrand abstained.
5. AGENDA CHANGES AND DISCUSSION: None
6. STAFF COMMUNICATIONS:
Written Report
6-A Future Agendas
Margaret Kavanaugh-Lynch, Planning Services Manager, provided an overview of the
upcoming projects.
6-B Zoning Administrator Report
Approval of Use Permits for the Bladium and Extension for Alameda Point Master Use
Permit at Regular Zoning Administrator Hearing of 7/5/11.
6-C Design Review Approvals 7/5/2011
No comments from the board.
7. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS: None
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22,"8.CONSENT CALENDAR: None
9. REGULAR AGENDA ITEMS:
9-A
Tentative Parcel Map 8060 and Density Bonus Application PLN10-0262-2229
Clement Street (Boatworks Project) Applicant: Francis Collins. A proposed
tentative map and density bonus application to construct 182 residential units,
internal roadways and alleys and a waterfront park on a 9.48-acre property located at
2229 Clement Street at the corner of Clement Street and Oak Street.
Andrew Thomas, Planning Services Manager, presented the project and provided a brief
summary of the long development process of this site. He explained the conditions of
approval placed on the tentative map.
Board member Kohlstrand asked for clarification on the street access on the northern side of
the parcel.
Andrew Thomas stated that it does not provide vehicular access, just pedestrian access. He
then reiterated that the long list of conditions on the parcel map ensure that all past and
current agreements on the project are clearly articulated in one location.
Board member Burton asked the architect for clarification on the design of the back alley
and whether there are ways to avoid a monotone alley with little visual relief.
Mr. Philip Banta, architect for the project, explained the planning and design approach and
stated that the layout as shown on the site plan is final, but that if possible the alleys could
be modified in simple ways.
President Ezzy-Ashcraft opened the public comment period.
Mr. Thomas Foley, Alameda Landing property owner, supports the project, but would like to
see a six foot sound wall between both sites to alleviate sound from the businesses on the
residential development. He is concerned that his parking lot may be used for overflow
parking of the residential development, if there is insufficient parking on site. He asked for
clarification on the parking requirements of the site. He distributed aerial photographs of his
site to explain his location and parking concerns.
President Ezzy-Ashcraft closed the public comment period.
President Ezzy-Ashcraft is pleased to have this project come before the board with all its
innovative conditions as placed on this project.
Board member Kohlstrand is also pleased that the project is coming to fruition and asked
Mr. Naclerio, Public Works Director, for clarification on transportation conditions. She asked
for the street widths and whether the bioswale design would return to the board.
Mr. Naclerio explained that the streetwidths were located on the site map and listed in the
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23,"conditions of approval and discussed the different streets. He stated that the bioswales
would be designed at a later time, included in the landscaping plans, and brought to the
Planning Board at a later date.
Board member Kohlstrand asked why there would not be on-street parking on Oak Street.
Mr. Naclerio explained that the development requires no on-street parking to allow for the
development.
Board member Kohlstrand is concerned that the traffic on Oak Street would be fairly fast.
She asked how the pedestrians would be protected and how the traffic flow would be slowed
down.
Mr. Naclerio explained that traffic restrictions would only be placed on the north-bound traffic
lanes on Oak Street. He stated that traffic flow would be regulated with stop-signs.
Pedestrian crossings are present.
President Ezzy-Ashcraft asked how the bike lane would be accommodated.
Mr. Naclerio stated that the recently adopted Master Bike Plan shows this as a bike route,
not a bike lane, and signs would be posted, but not have pavement enhancements.
Board member Burton asked whether the 22-foot alley way would allow for sufficient backup
space.
Mr. Naclerio stated that this is the minimum width permitted; the street trees would be
located on paseos, in the front of the residences, to not further infringe on the alley width.
President Ezzy-Ashcraft asked whether the electrical transformers could be located tucked
into the vegetation to make the area more aesthetically pleasing and so people do not trip
over them.
Mr. Naclerio stated that Public Works has limited jurisdiction over this issue and their
placement, but stated that he would do his best to address the placement of said items.
Board member Kohlstrand asked that the conditions be amended to clearly show that the
residences' front doors face Blanding Avenue, as well as Clement Avenue, Oak Street and
Elm Street. She inquired whether the landscaping plan and waterfront park design, including
docks, would return to the Planning Board for approval.
Andrew Thomas stated that those plans would return to the Planning Board for approval as
part of this subdivision process.
President Ezzy-Ashcraft elaborated that the docks would only be for non-motorized
watercraft. She requested an amendment to page 5, paragraph #13, to include the street
names Blanding and Clement Avenues and Oak Street so that the residences would be
called out as being street-facing.
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24,"Board member Kohlstrand is concerned about the focus of landscaping on only the paseos
instead of the alleys. She opposes a six foot wall between the commercial and the
residential uses because it would present a formidable barrier that would do little to integrate
the development into the neighborhood.
Board member Burton would like to see some form of landscaping in the alleys. He would
also like to amend the conditions to stipulate a minimum sustainable design standard for the
development, such as Build it Green or a Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design
(LEED).
President Ezzy-Ashcraft seconded this and asked for the architect to describe the
sustainable design features of the project.
Mr. Banta elaborated on the design principles for the units, which would allow for
photovoltaic systems, accommodate daylighting, passive heating and cooling, and
greywater recycling. Specific designs would come before the Board at a later date.
Board member Henneberry stated that he supported the project and would be able to move
forward on this project.
President Ezzy-Ashcraft summarized the project again. She is not in favor of locating a
sound wall between the commercial and residential use on the east end. She would prefer
trees as a screening. If the commercial parking lot proved to become overflow parking for
the residential development, then towing and ticketing would likely solve that problem.
President Ezzy-Ashcraft opened the public comment period for a second time.
Ms. Helen Sause, Alameda resident, is supportive of the project and commends the
applicant and staff for their efforts to develop a project that meets so many of the public's
goals. She is also not in favor of sound walls. She recommends distribution of the low-
income units amongst the development to avoid stigmatization.
Mr. Foley, property owner, elaborated on the parking conditions as shown on his aerial
graphic that he had distributed earlier. In lieu of a sound wall, perhaps a wrought iron fence
would also work.
President Ezzy-Ashcraft closed the public comment period.
The Planning Board added the following conditions to the Resolution:
1.
All homes on Oak Street, Elm Street ,and Clement Avenue shall face the street.
2.
Design plans shall consider landscaping options for the alley ways.
3.
Design plans shall consider sustainable design elements to reduce green house
gas emissions.
4.
Design plans shall include landscaping and/or a fence on the eastern property line
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25,"to screen the homes from the adjacent commercial property.
Board member Kohlstrand made a motion, seconded by board member Zuppan, to approve
the project as amended. Approved as amended 5-0.
9-B
PLN08-0479 - 1051 Pacific Marina Review of Compliance with Conditions of
Approval. Pursuant to the conditions of approval of PLN08-0479, the Planning
Board will be reviewing compliance of these conditions at this public hearing.
Any interested person is invited to attend and give testimony regarding the
stated conditions of approval as well as their opinions as to the compliance of the
project with its conditions of approval. Further, at this hearing the Planning Board will
have the authority to modify any condition of approval that they determine as
appropriate to meet the findings prescribed for this permit as well as the spirit and
intent of the Alameda Municipal Code.
Margaret Kavanaugh-Lynch Planning Services Manager, summarized the project history
and noted changes in the staff report given an update by the property owner.
Board member Zuppan asked if the condition of approval regarding the preparation of food
has been addressed.
Margaret Kavanaugh-Lynch explained that the commercial kitchen has not been used at this
site by the current tenant.
Board member Zuppan asked for clarification on the business that was operating at this site.
Margaret Kavanaugh-Lynch explained that the operator has been the same, however, the
name of the business under which the operator was operating had been different. This
situation has been remedied since the report was written.
The board limited all speakers to three minutes.
President Ezzy-Ashcraft opened the public comment period.
Ms. Maria Powers-Bush, business operator for Hannah's on the Bay, elaborated on the
business operations since December 2010 and the kitchen use to date. She reinforced that
she makes every effort to comply with the conditions of approval as stipulated by the Use
Permit.
Mr. Michael Hershey, member of the Oakland Yacht Club, asked whether there have been
compliance investigation reports in the past and whether these would be available for
review. He also asked who the current business operator is and how they obtained
permission to operate. Further, he asked for clarification on how the current operator can
honor the previous operator's contracts. He would like to see that the conditions be enforced
regardless of operator.
Mr. Thomas Charron, neighbor, elaborated on his past and current investigative efforts on
the various licensing of the operators. He observed non-compliance with the conditions for
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26,"noise, drinking in the parking lot, picking-up of trash. He requested a compliance review in
six months.
Mr. Richard Thompson, business operator for Hannah's on the Bay, discussed the business
operations of Hannah's on the Bay.
Mr. Luis Munguia, Point Marina Vista property manager, stated that the business operator
meets the conditions of approval and reiterated the venue's efforts to be a responsive
neighbor.
Mr. Robert Chew, East Bay resident, explained his involvement with T25CL (LLC) and
Hannah's by the Bay and its potential for job creation and bringing entertainment to the East
Bay.
Ms. Carla Thomas, writer and associated with the venue, is supportive of the project.
Ms. Nancy Shemick, neighbor, stated that the business operator is making a good effort to
address compliance. She would be delighted if the business operator was even more
proactive, so no complaints would occur at all. She is unsure who really carries
responsibility with the mix of business operator, caterer, and property owner.
Mr. Dave Marshburn, Rear Commodore of the Oakland Yacht Club, stated that his venue is
compliance with the Oakland Yacht Club Use Permit. He would be more supportive of the
neighboring venue, Point Marina/Hannah's by the Bay, if it also comply with its conditions.
He then elaborated on how some conditions are not being met.
Mr. Andre Ward highlighted the mission of the company T25CL and explained the linkage
between Hannah's by the Bay and T25CL. He requested a continuance to allow for more
time to inform staff on the nature of the business T25CL.
President Ezzy-Ashcraft closed the public comment period.
Margaret Kavanaugh-Lynch stated that more research would be required to see how T25CL
fits into the operation of the Hannah's by the Bay.
Board member Kohlstrand stated that it is unclear which business is operating at this time
and how all conditions are met by the businesses. She recommended a continuance to
allow for a review, and later determination whether another Use Permit may be needed for
the T25CL.
Board member Zuppan stated that it is critical that the new business operates under the
stipulated conditions and that a thorough review is needed.
Board member Henneberry seconded the need for compliance, as well as a review in
September.
President Ezzy-Ashcraft seemed to think that for the most part most conditions seem to be
in compliance. She recommended calling the police if there is concern for underage drinking
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27,"at the venue. She was concerned that the notification radius of the project was 500 feet
when the Alameda Municipal Code only requires 300 feet.
Margaret Kavanaugh-Lynch stated that the original noticing area was increased due to the
water orientation and the desire to notify the neighboring homeowners. She would like to
bring the project back to the Board in September with a condition for condition review for
compliance. At this point she would like to also evaluate the need for a new use permit or
amendment to the Master Plan for Marina Village.
Item will be brought back to the Regular Planning Board Meeting of September 26, 2011
for further review.
9-C
PLN10-0362 - 701 Atlantic Avenue - Planned Development Amendment and
Design Review. The City of Alameda Housing Authority proposes to amend its 1988
Planned Development Agreement to allow a 600 square foot one story addition to an
existing office building.
Ms. Laura Ajello, Planner, presented the project.
Board member Kohlstrand asked for clarification on the setback summary table in the staff
report.
Ms. Ajello explained that the table and that the structure was developed under Planned
Development.
Motion made by board member Kohlstrand, seconded by board member Henneberry, to
approve the project. Motion approved 5-0.
10. WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS:
Information regarding sea level rise policies in advance of the July 25, 2011
Planning Board Discussion.
11. BOARD COMMUNICATIONS:
President Ezzy-Ashcraft announced the Lawrence Berkeley National BBQ on July 13, 2011
at the Alameda Point Theatre.
12. ADJOURNMENT:
10:02 p.m.
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28,"ALAMEDA GOLF COMMISSION
MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING
Wednesday, January 19, 2011
1
CALL TO ORDER
Chair Jane Sullwold called the regular meeting to order at 6:40 p.m. at the Chuck
Corica Golf Complex, Ladies Lounge, 1 Clubhouse Memorial Road, Alameda, CA
94502
1-A
ROLL CALL
Present:
Chair Jane Sullwold, Commissioner Ray Gaul, Commissioner
Bill Schmitz, Commissioner Betsy Gammell, and Commissioner
Jeff Wood
Absent:
None
Staff:
None
Also Present:
None
1-B
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
The Minutes of December 15, 2010 were approved unanimously
1-C
ADOPTION OF AGENDA
The Commission unanimously adopted the agenda.
2
ORAL COMMUNICATIONS
None.
3
COMMISSION COMMUNICATIONS
Chair Sullwold: ""I will just state, as I think I did earlier, again Dale Lillard attempted
to disrupt our process for preparing the draft minutes for submission to the
Commission for approval. Again, I was able to convince Lisa Goldman, the Acting
City Manager, that our process was perfectly legal and we should be able to follow it
and she conceded to that. On the other hand, our parking spaces were summarily
removed without any notice, even though they've been in existence, I've been
informed by Lil Arnerich, since the 1950's. In addition, as Bill noted, there is no
representative here from Kemper nor is there anyone here from the City. I sent an
email to Lisa Goldman asking her how we were expected to fulfill the specific duties
that were outlined in the Municipal Code Section setting up the Golf Commission,
which allows the Golf Commission or gave the Golf Commission the power to seek
reports from the General Manager of the Golf Complex. And since, of course, we
1
Golf Commission Minutes - Wednesday, January 19, 2011",12998,
29,"cannot receive reports other than in a public meeting pursuant to the Brown Act, I
asked her how it is we are expected to fulfill our duties. And her response was, 'you
will get written reports from John Vest and Matt Wisely regarding the operations and
the maintenance activities at the Golf Complex, and in your meeting you can ask
questions on the record as to what follow up questions you might have about those
items. John and Matt will listen to the tape and will then respond in writing to any
questions that we raise at the meeting itself.' And that cumbersome procedure is
now, according to the City Manager, the procedure that we are to follow from now
on. I am totally offended, I am appalled at this attempt to marginalize the Golf
Commission, but I'm damned if I'm going to resign, which is what I think this is all
designed to do. So I hope the rest of you are listening. We're not resigning.'
Commissioner Gaul: ""I considered it, but I changed my mind. It only has to do with
the way the City Council is behaving.""
4
WRITTEN/ORAL REPORTS
4-A Golf Complex Maintenance activities report by Matt Wisely
Written report was submitted by Matt Wisely (attached).
4-B
Golf Shop and Driving Range activities report by John Vest
Written report was submitted by John Vest (attached).
Chair Sullwold: ""I noticed that there was little discussion, if any -- in fact, none --
about the results of operations in terms of rounds played and revenues generated in
the month of December or any explanation as to how that month compared to the
previous month or to the month last year. I found that to be a pretty substantial
absence from that report. Does anybody else have any other questions? I suspect
that we're going to have to get used to this format and dig into it to see whether we
really do have any questions."" Commissioner Schmitz: ""In the future, in this format,
where we don't have a representative here, I think we really should have a list of
about 100 or so questions that they can respond to in a written, if they want to do
this by paper, then we can do that. Even at the meetings, there's a lot of questions
come up, so if they want to spend, you know, 20 hours a week answering questions
from the public and from the Golf Commission in writing, then, if that's the format
they choose, we can do that."" Chair Sullwold: ""I'm actually somewhat at a loss
about why this even came about. I know that the meeting that we had last January,
which was the meeting after the Mif Albright surprise recommendation by the City
Manager when we were all so taken aback by the fact that the numbers purportedly
showed a huge loss on the Mif Albright course, when in fact, John had been telling
us all along that everything was on target -- and that January meeting, John was not
there and Matt was the only one here, and we confronted him with a lot of questions,
and perhaps made him uncomfortable. I am not aware of any meeting since then
where anyone from Kemper has been made uncomfortable. Am I missing
something? Does anybody think that we've, I'm not even talking about.
""
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30,"Commissioner Schmitz: ""I think we can, I mean I have my opinion on these things,
and it's certainly my opinion, and until we get a representative from the City to
explain this to us, then it's all speculation on our part. I think this is a City condition.
The structure is that there's a representative under Park and Rec, that the Park and
Rec Direction be should be here or his designee, we would prefer that it would be
somebody that's a hands on in charge of the Golf Course, a Golf Pro or Golf
Manager, whether it be Kemper or whoever it may be, that's what we'd prefer to
have. In their absence, if they've made that policy decision for whatever reason that
Kemper's not going to be here, then the City has a responsibility to have a member
of their staff here so we can accept these things. If we're going to do all of this in
paper, then it's going to be a very labor intensive, I don't know that exactly where
and with the new Administration in the City, if they were part of this policy change or
not, but I would like to hear their side. I think that'a reasonable request. I guess at
this point, we're going to have to put that in writing. I would just like to have
somebody here."" Commissioner Gammell: ""I think a lot of questions we've had
have been cleared up at the meetings."" Commissioner Gaul: ""Why don't we make a
motion?'
Commissioner Schmitz: ""My motion would be to request to the City that we have a
representative from the City, or preferably a Golf Manager here, it's their prerogative,
I guess, if they don't want to have a Golf Manager, if they want to send someone
from Park and Rec here, somebody with reasonable knowledge of what we're doing,
so that's my motion."" Commissoner Gaul: ""I second.""
Chair Sullwold: ""Any further discussion? Ok, it's been moved and seconded that we
make a formal written request to the City that we have a representative here,
preferably from golf management, but, if not from golf management, then from the
City's Park and Rec Dept, or Rec and Park Dept to participate in our Golf
Commission meetings on a regular basis. Commissioner Schmitz: ""Which is what
they do with every other commission in the City. They have somebody from the City
staff."" The motion passed unanimously.
Chair Sullwold: ""Ok, do you want me to write a letter to the City Manager and copy
the Council?"" [Unanimous assent.]
Chair Sullwold: ""Ok, anything else on John Vest's report?"" Commissioner Gammell:
""I just wanted to say that on Sales and Marketing, I did talk to him, which I will do
before we have a meeting, and that the particularly good thing that's happened is
this 10 cart play pass, and he's very happy with the results of that."" Chair Sullwold:
""So that gives 10 rounds with carts for $280 for residents and $320 for non-
residents."" Commissioner Gammell: ""Right, and $100 for seniors and $130 for non-
resident seniors. And he said they're using carts when they don't have to so they're
using the card up faster.""
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31,"4-C
Beautification Program and Junior Golf Club by Mrs. Norma Arnerich
None. Mrs. Arnerich is recovering from surgery, and the Golf Commissioners sent
her their best wishes for a speedy recovery.
4-D
Golf Complex Restaurant Report, Jim's on the Course
Written report was submitted by Jim's on the Course (attached).
5
AGENDA ITEMS
5-A Status Report on Long Term Lease and Mif Albright Negotiations
including Golf Commission recommendations
Commissioner Gammell: ""First of all, I knew there was a meeting of the non-profit
group, mainly Jane and Joe, met with some of the Junior Board members, and since
Norma wasn't able, our Vice President Bill Wehr was there, and they met about,
well, I wasn't there, but I have knowledge of what they met about. Dale Lillard called
me today to ask me what was happening with the Mif, did the Junior Board say
forget it, I said, no, absolutely not as far as the non-profit went. And, so, he asked
me questions, so I told him the same thing. He hadn't heard from Joe or Jane. I
said I'm sure you'll hear from them and that he should call Bill Wehr. He said that's
a good idea, he'd do that. So, I said, are we still having the special meeting on
January 25th, and he said, yes, but there'll be a closed session first, and then the
meeting. And I said, I hope it's not really late, because I'm going on vacation. And
he said, well he'd hope not, too, because he was paying for them to come from
Chicago. And, I thought yeah, that's out of our golf fund. So Kemper is coming and
they will discuss the different options and then the City Council will take it under
advisement and we'll go from there."" Tim Scates: ""So, for my understanding, is
Kemper going to present options or the one they prefer?"" Commissioner Gammell:
""I would assume the one they prefer, maybe, they might say we'll do this or this, and
then the City Council will make a decision. And he did mention the 27 holes was
definitely one of the options.""
Commissioner Schmitz: ""So, we should get that report the Thursday before."" Chair
Sullwold: ""Not necessarily, because it's a special meeting, and special meetings
require only 24 hours notice under the Brown Act, so, if possible, although the
Sunshine Task Force recommended that all special meetings also be given 72 hours
notice. That was one of their central recommendations when they concluded their
work. So, it's not clear when it will be on the agenda.'
Commissioner Schmitz: ""Well, that will be our first clue as to what will be proposed
Tuesday night will be the written report. It may not be that specific, it could be very
vague. It could include a draft contract attached to it, but it could not also. But, that
will be our first indication of what's being proposed. We should be able to get that
before the meeting, ideally we could get that tomorrow."" Chair Sullwold: ""Since it's
an outside entity and not a City staff recommendation, it's possible that it will simply
4
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32,"say, 'Hear from Kemper as to its ideas about the Chuck Corica Golf Complex, and
there will be no report. It's very possible. It may be, that they're not City staff,
they're not obligated to submit an advance copy of their report. So, it may be that
what we get an agenda item that says 'Listen to a report from KemperSports
regarding its ideas and concepts for the Chuck Corica Golf Complex, and nothing
more. That's what Bob predicts -- that we won't get anything at all before the
meeting, that we'll have to go there and be surprised. I think we need to, obviously,
gather the troops. I hesitated to do it too early, you don't want to let people too early
because they lose their focus. Is there any way you can change the Men's Club
meeting? Commissioner Schmitz: ""I don't know that it's necessary to change the
meeting. I think we need to rally the troops once again, including Junior Golf,
including Alameda High, including the Men's Club, including the Commuters. I think
we need to fill the Council chambers. Chair Sullwold: ""We need to show that we
care about what happens with this Golf Complex. We can't lose our momentum.
I
know we've done it about eight times, and it's very frustating that nothing happens
and I think they're trying to wear us down.""
Commissioner Schmitz: ""The message has been clear by all the stakeholders at this
golf course that they want 36 holes and they want the Mif Albright course. I think,
once again, that we need to line up the speakers and say that.'
Chair Sullwold: ""I have an email list consisting of all the people who've pledged
support for the Mif Albright, and I will be sending out an email, hopefully tonight, to
them as well as all the women in the Women's Golf Club, and mentioning it
tomorrow in the general meeting of the Women's Golf Club. It's important to get a
lot of people there and be willing to put in a speaker slip even if all you do is stand
and say I believe two 18 hole courses and the Mif Albright Par 3 where it is. We
need lots of people. I think that they don't listen to me anymore is the problem.""
Commissioner Gammell: ""I think l'll get up and say, ""How can you possibly lose park
land.'
Commissioner Schmitz: ""It's cumulative. I think who makes the impact is when the
Alameda High Girls team gets up in their jackets. It's hard for Council members, and
you've got some new ones there, they look out there and everybody out there has a
unified message.""
Unknown asked: ""Does anyone know his [Councilmember Bonta's] position on any
of this?"" Chair Sullwold: ""He had a meeting with Joe, Tony and me after the
election, but before he took office, and it lasted a couple of hours, and we presented
him with a lot ot material. He didn't express any positions, but he was very up to
speed already, asked some really good questions, asked for some more information,
which we forwarded to him after the meeting.""
Commissioner Schmitz: ""I think, unfortunately, I know we've done this time and time
again, but I think we have to do this again. I think that the Mayor at the last Council
meeting that Jane and I were at, she did express frustration that this has not been
resolved and let's get this done. She directed the City Manager to move forward on
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33,"this so we can have a meeting on the 25th. Whatever is going to happen, I think,
they maybe do it in front of the golf community."" Chair Sullwold: ""They darn well
better present their piece before the public comments start, because if they ask for
public comment before they even, I mean, that's one of my frustrations, they have
public comment, they close public comment, then they start discussing things and
get things wrong and there's no opportunity as we saw December 7th for anybody to
correct them, because they won't listen to anybody who wants to correct them.
I
actually expressed my views to Marie Gilmore that night saying that there's
something dreadfully wrong with the process whereby you can't get input into issues
once you start discussing them from the people that elected you. But, certainly, I'm
hoping at least Kemper will give its presentation, there'll be some preliminary
discussion from the Council and then they'li open it for public comment. But, I think
we need to get everybody up there to say, if they're thinking 27 holes is the great
solution for the golf complex, we've got to get people to say that's just ridiculous.
We have a Par 3. We have a charitable foundation that's willing to put out more
than half the cost of improving the Par 3 to the point that it's going to be a really nice
little course. Why do we need to spend $1,000,000 of our money to build a new Par
3, and ruin, in the process, nine holes of one of our regulation courses. That's a
message. The only way you do 27 holes and a new Par 3 is if the Mif is gone and I
think the message has come clear that everybody wants the Mif, but I also think
certain people on the Council think if we give you another Par 3, then we solved all
your problems. And I don't think there's been enough before them saying forget it,
we need both of our 18 hole courses.""
Commissioner Gammell: ""We've talked a lot about that, Jane, about needing the
Commuters, the Junior Golf, they've heard that. I've talked about it."" Chair Sullwold:
""And the point that you said you're going to make, Betsy, is: to do something that
closes the Mif and gives it to developers is betraying the representations that we
made to the Alameda Court system when we acquired this property in the 40's in the
first place. We told them we needed it for public park lands. And that was the
premise under which we got it. To give it to a developer is just a betrayal.
Unfortunately, Terri Highsmith is the one that gave the legal advice that it requires
an open meeting and a vote of four of five of the Council members to do that.
Maybe they'll find a new City Attorney who'll have a different interpretation of that.'
5-B
Update on Golf Complex Finances
Chair Sullwold: ""As you can see, we don't have our usual financial director here.
Bob is in trial and did not have the opportunity to evaluate all the information that
was contained in the packet. Suffice it to say, that the little report that is included
from John Vest and the City says a lot of it. The interesting thing to me is, it's
astonishing to me that the rounds keep going down month after month.""
Commissioner Schmitz: ""We had pretty bad weather, it's been cold, and that affects
the golf this time of year."" Chair Sullwold: ""But the problem is that we've had bad
weather in other Decembers, too. What's different now?""
6
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34,"Commissioner Schmitz: ""We had really bad weather this December, and generally
it's in January, and that affects the golf this time of year."" Chair Sullwold:
""Unfortunately, we are draining money from the Enterprise Fund, another $100,000.
But, even before the City's takeaway, there was a net operating loss for December.""
6.
ORAL COMMUNICATIONS, NON-AGENDA (Public Comment)
None
7.
OLD BUSINESS
None
8.
WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS
Included in the Commission packet was a memorandum to the Finance Department
showing a surcharge payment for December 2010 of $3,955. The year-to-date total
to the General Fund is $52,813 for FY 2010/2011.
9.
ITEMS FOR NEXT MEETING'S AGENDA
Status Report on Long Term Lease and Mif Albright Negotiations including Golf
Commission recommendations, if any
Update on Golf Complex Finances
10.
ANNOUNCEMENTS/ADJOURNMENT
The meeting was adjourned at 7:18 p.m.
The agenda for the meeting was posted 72 hours in advance in accordance with the Brown
Act.
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36,"Transportation Commission
November 19, 2014
Item 4A
Action
Transportation Commission Minutes
Wednesday, July 30, 2014
Commissioner Jesus Vargas called the Transportation Commission to order at 7:00 p.m.
1.
Roll Call
Roll was called and the following was recorded:
Members Present:
Jesus Vargas (Chair)
Christopher Miley (Vice Chair)
Michele Bellows
Eric Schatmeier
Gregory Morgado
Thomas G. Bertken
Staff Present:
Alex Nguyen, Assistant City Manager
Virendra Patel, Transportation Engineer
Gail Payne, Transportation Coordinator
2.
Agenda Changes
None.
3.
Announcements / Public Comments
Commissioner Vargas announced that he recently visited Chicago and was able to easily traverse
the city on a number of different transit modes.
Staff Payne stated that Assemblyman Rob Bonta will hold a Town Hall Meeting Tuesday,
August 12 at the Alameda Free Library.
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37,"4.
Consent Calendar
4A.
Meeting Minutes - Special Meeting - December 11, 2013
4B.
Meeting Minutes - March 26, 2014
4C.
Meeting Minutes - Special Meeting - April 23, 2014
4D.
Meeting Minutes - May 28, 2014
Commissioner Miley moved to approve Items 4.A., 4.B., 4.C. and 4.D. of the Consent Calendar.
Commissioner Bellows seconded the motion. The motion was approved 6-0.
5.
New Business
5A.
Approve Installation of a Bulb-out at Park/Lincoln Northwest Corner
Staff Patel said the plan was originally presented to the Commission on March 26 and the
project's consultant would present the report.
Joy Bhattacharya, Traffic Senior Project Manager, Stantec Consulting, presented the report.
Commissioner Vargas opened the floor to public comments.
John Knox White, Alameda Resident, said he supported staff's recommendations.
Commission Schatmeier said he was glad that a review of the intersection took place and he was
glad staff was able to make improvements.
Commissioner Vargas moved to approve staff recommendations for Item 5A. Commissioner
Schatmeier seconded the motion. The motion was approved 6-0.
5B. Review and Provide Comments on Ferry Terminal Access Issues and Potential Solutions
Staff Payne presented the report and introduced Kevin Connolly, Water Emergency
Transportation Authority (WETA) and Becca Homa, AC Transit.
Kevin Connolly, WETA Planning and Development Manager, presented the Alameda Terminal
Access Plan results to date.
Becca Homa, AC Transit Service Planner, presented AC Transit's a potential change to Line 31
route to allow for it to serve the Main Street ferry terminal.
Staff Payne presented the next steps found on page 4 of the staff report and she requested
recommendations from the Commission.
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38,"Commissioner Miley referred to page 3 of the staff report, where the last point made was for the
WETA Board to adopt the plan. Thus, he wanted to know when the board would adopt the plan.
Kevin Connolly replied the board would adopt the plan sometime in the fall between October and
November.
Commissioner Schatmeier asked Kevin Connolly to compare the Harbor Bay Ferry's ridership
originating from Oakland and Alameda.
Kevin Connolly replied the total breakdown of Alameda-Oakland ridership is 51 percent of riders
are from Alameda and 49 percent of riders are from Oakland. He went on to say that 70 percent
of Alameda passengers board during the AM peak commute and 70 percent of Oakland riders
board during the midday to late evening hours.
Commissioner Schatmeier wanted to know how many Harbor Bay Alamedans ride. He assumed
that if there are 2,800 riders a day and roughly 1,400 a day are from Alameda, then roughly 70
percent or 900-1,000 riders are boarding during the AM peak commute.
Kevin Connolly replied roughly, there are 992 riders from Harbor Bay.
Commissioner Vargas opened the floor to public comments.
Lucy Gigli, President and Co-founder Bike Walk Alameda, explained that there are a number of
issues that should be addressed within the plan. Firstly, she said creating a crosswalk from the
D'Club to the west of the dog park would allow pedestrians to get from their vehicles to the
terminal safely. Secondly, she said reducing the speed limit to 25 mph along Main Street would
increase pedestrian and bicycle safety. Thirdly, she noted that improving bicycle access along
Main Street could be done by constructing a cycle track on the west side of the street. However,
she explained the only issue would be that cyclists would ride down Main Street, cross over and
then go up the cycle track and then cross over again. Also, she mentioned the option of including
buffered bike lanes within 0.2 miles of the stretch on the east side between Singleton Avenue and
the ferry terminal. Lastly, she felt asphalt paving dominated Alameda Point and converting the
last unpaved lot into a parking lot was not environmentally sound.
John Knox White explained that AC Transit Line 63 was eliminated due to low ridership because
the bus could not make the scheduled route. He pointed out that the intended Line 31 re-route
would inconvenience the Alameda Point Collaborative, which is a 214-unit transit dependent
residence. Thus, he felt turning the existing service into a loop was detrimental. He requested
the Commission to ask staff to conduct a ridership study to see the origin of Harbor Bay ferry
riders.
Commissioner Bellows asked about enforcing parking restrictions on Adelphian Way.
Specifically, she mentioned the solution of working with WETA and the San Francisco Bay
Conservation and Development Commission (BCDC) staff to enforce the two-hour parking on
the landside of Adelphian Way. She wanted to know how BCDC could dictate how the City
regulates parking.
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39,"Staff Payne replied the City was obligated to comply with the BCDC permit found under page 2
of the staff report. The BCDC prohibits parking on the Bay side, but short-term parking is
allowed on the land side.
Commissioner Bellows asked staff how willing would BCDC be to let the parking requirement
go.
Staff Payne replied that staff needs to work with BCDC to amend the permit.
Commissioner Bellows asked staff if the parking restrictions were enforced, where would ferry
riders park.
Staff Payne noted that the landward side provides about 50 parking spaces.
Commissioner Miley asked staff if the neighbors around Adelphian Way were notified about
potential changes to the parking regulations.
Staff Payne said residents have not been notified and all conversations are informal. Staff is
disregarding the two-hour restriction for the time being.
Commissioner Morgado said he drove by the area around 4:45 pm and there was one parking
space in the parking lot and no parking spaces along Adelphian Way. He asked why a two-hour
limit would be implemented.
Staff Payne stated that BCDC works with the City anytime development is within 100 feet from
the Bay. Their mission involves public access and making sure the view shed is visible, which
may have triggered the parking restrictions.
Sergeant Simmons, Alameda Police Traffic Division, explained that in the last 6-9 months they
have received a number of calls from residents about the landward parking side. Community
members at the end of Creedon Circle asked them to lift the parking enforcement because of
increased ridership and the number of cars encroaching within their neighborhoods.
Commissioner Schatmeier said enforcing the two-hour restriction on Adelphian Way would
spark drivers to park in the surrounding neighborhoods. He mentioned that other cities have
residential parking permits and that could be a solution for the area. He was also concerned that
removing parking on Adelphian Way would lower ferry ridership. He noted that the curb
coming out of Sweet Road onto Adelphian Way should be painted red since it is a fire hydrant.
He does not think that BCDC would want ferry riders to decrease.
Commissioner Miley asked WETA about the ability to purchase the vacant lot adjacent to the
ferry terminal to increase surface parking lot spaces. He wondered if WETA or the City
approached the landowner about potential development.
Kevin Connolly said the vacant land was privately owned by the Lehman Brothers and the asking
price was beyond their budget. They have talked to the owners and the solution may be to
potentially lease parking spaces.
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40,"Commissioner Bellows asked WETA if they ever considered implementing a parking fee.
Kevin Connolly replied they discussed the idea and are willing to consider it.
Commissioner Miley stated that there are other lots along Harbor Bay Parkway and he
recommended WETA review those sites. He suggested reaching out to the existing shuttle at the
nearby business park to see if they could expand their service to reach the ferry terminal.
Commissioner Vargas stated that he paid more for parking in Chicago than San Francisco and in
the densest areas motorists required a sticker. He asked WETA if there are sites where that
scheme has been implemented.
Kevin Connolly stated that the city of Vallejo owns a number of open surface lots around the
Baylink Ferry Terminal and they now charge for parking.
Commissioner Bellows asked staff if they looked at allowing for parking along McCartney Road.
Staff Patel replied no.
Commissioner Bellows asked if there was a way to accommodate parking along the road.
Staff Patel replied they could investigate to see if parking would be possible.
Commissioner Vargas mentioned that there was a park and ride on Island Drive near Doolittle.
He then asked if the AC Transit bus that picks up at the park and ride could stop near the ferry
terminal to accommodate additional ferry riders.
Becca Homa replied that Line #21 does stop at the park and ride and near the terminal. However,
she felt few people were taking advantage of the service, but she could investigate further.
Staff Payne replied that the park and ride spaces were at capacity.
Commissioner Schatmeier asked staff who parked there and where were they going.
Staff Payne said the lot was owned by the City and charter buses utilized the lot.
Kevin Connolly replied Google runs five buses a day at the park and ride and Apple runs three.
Staff Payne replied that the Golf Parking Lot was a potential alternative; however, staff once
executed the shuttle approach and only a handful used the service.
Commissioner Miley replied that all agencies involved should take notes and come back to the
Commission with feedback and follow up to explore solutions. He would like to see the
crosswalk idea reviewed to allow safe access when crossing Main Street.
Commissioner Vargas felt the Homeowner Associations from the adjacent communities should
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41,"also be contacted.
Commissioner Bellows needed clarification on the plan to acquire additional parking and how
that would tie into the Seaplane Lagoon improvements and future service at Seaplane Lagoon.
Kevin Connolly replied that they are engaged with Alameda staff to look at the whole range of
potential outcomes and variations. However, WETA's improvements are based on the short-
term access study because they are not looking at making 20-year investments until they know
the outcome of the Seaplane Lagoon Project.
Commissioner Schatmeier stated that he wanted to speak about transit access issues. When he
worked in Marin County, he traveled using the Alameda-Oakland and Golden Gate Ferries. He
explained that Golden Gate Transit had a long history of feeder shuttles to the Larkspur Ferry
Terminal and no one used the service. Regarding AC Transit, he was disturbed with the 66
percent on-time performance rating and he was doubtful that eliminating the last trip on Line #
21 to serve the morning ferry riders was helpful. Moreover, he said staff should review the
ridership gain if they are going to re-route Line #31.
Commissioner Morgado asked staff how far away was the O'Club lot from the ferry terminal.
Staff Payne replied that there are 138 spaces at the O'Club parking lot and noted that the staff
report displayed the parking lot as the blue rectangle.
Commissioner Morgado stated that motorists usually park on the unregulated part of Main Street
in the morning.
Staff Payne replied that was correct.
Commissioner Morgado asked staff how many people actually park there.
Staff Payne replied they saw the total number of cars parking on Main Street come from all over
the presented map from West Midway to the west gate/Navy Way, and they were willing to walk
to the terminal.
Commissioner Morgado asked staff if the City allowed people to park at the O'Club lot, would a
crosswalk be present.
Staff Payne replied a crosswalk was not present and that was one of the requests presented by
Lucy Gigli of BikeWalk Alameda. She said that the O'Club lot was used by the Park and
Recreation Department.
Commissioner Schatmeier replied that his son had a wedding party at Rosenblum Cellars and
they recently moved to Jack London. He does not know if the site has been replaced by a new
tenant, but if not could the vacant parking spaces be utilized.
Kevin Connolly said that Bay Ship and Yacht is interested in leasing the space.
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42,"Commissioner Vargas referred to Spirits Alley and wondered if the AC Transit Line #31
extension could cover that area.
Becca Homa said during the last Commission meeting a few people requested service for the
area. However, peak ridership occurs during the evening and weekend timeframe and service
during that timeframe was expensive and long. She said that this was not a high priority service
area.
Commissioner Miley asked AC Transit if they are looking at any specialty transit service to
accompany regular service.
Becca Homa replied that AC Transit's Board approved the purchase of smaller vehicles SO that
may be a possibility.
Commissioner Vargas asked if there could be a modification of the loop if someone pushed a
button near Spirits Alley.
Becca Homa replied the action was called flexible service and staff was looking into the option,
but staff would have to address union and driver training issues.
Commissioner Schatmeier explained in the past WETA and AC Transit representatives talked
about implementing bus service to and from San Francisco when the ferries turned people away.
He also wanted to know if WETA used a contractor for the bus service. Alternatively, ferry
riders could board AC Transit Line OX at the Temporary Transbay Terminal. He wondered if
the 5:40 pm or 5:50 pm Line OX run could originate at the San Francisco Ferry Building then
proceed to the Temporary Transbay Terminal.
Becca Homa replied that would be difficult because layover, restrooms and tour bus spaces
would be an ongoing issue. Therefore, they would like to concentrate their operations at the
Temporary Transbay Terminal.
Kevin Connolly said they contract out the backup buses. Regarding AC Transit and ferry
service, WETA had conversations about a partnership between the two agencies and that was
something they would like to see. Moreover, he mentioned that a regionwide Transbay corridor
plan was enacted between AC Transit, BART and WETA for better integration between the
entire system and establishing a partnership was an ongoing conversation.
Commissioner Bertken asked staff about the ability to change the dog park to a parking facility.
Staff Payne said a new dog park was in construction and overseen by Amy Wooldridge,
Recreation and Parks Director. The dog park would be located in the new Estuary Park just
north of Mosley Avenue.
Commissioner Miley commented on the fact that the City was responsible for the ferry
infrastructure maintenance on the landward side. He wondered if that was standard practice or
unique to Alameda.
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43,"Staff Payne replied that is unique to the City.
Commissioner Miley asked how much the maintenance work costs the City.
Staff Payne replied WETA reimburses the City for all maintenance work.
Commissioner Bertken asked WETA why the improvement of the pedestrian crossing at Main
Street was not the responsibility of WETA.
Kevin Connolly replied that they raised the issue since the beginning of the effort and that it was
not embraced by the City's Public Works Department.
Commissioner Vargas said the project looked like a candidate for a joint public partnership.
Alex Nguyen, Alameda City Manager, said he would like the Commission to come back in the
fall to discuss the specific studies and present refined recommendations.
Commissioner Vargas stated that a special committee should be put into place to review the plan.
Commissioner Schatmeier offered to volunteer for the subcommittee and he stated that the
Commission should express their requirements for the plan without committing them to a single
solution.
Alex Nguyen recommended that Bike Walk Alameda be part of the subcommittee and requested
that staff look into the number of people who could be part of the subcommittee.
Staff Payne felt that the subcommittee should sit down and include additions and deletions using
the next steps part of the staff report as a starting point.
Commissioner Miley said regarding the potential solution portion, he would like staff to explore
available surface lots around the area, include additional bicycle parking under WETA's
responsibility and study the effects of re-routing Line #31.
Commissioner Bellows amended Commissioner Miley's statement to include staff to explore
available on-street parking as well.
Commissioner Schatmeier replied that the solution should also exclude enforcing parking
restrictions on Adelphian Way. He also supported reviewing the effects of re-routing Line #31.
Commissioner Bellows felt they should remove the signage that restricts parking on the landward
side. She would also like the curb at Adelphian Way and Sweet Road painted red to prevent
parking. Additionally, she would like to see the first elements of the BCDC parking issue
combined because the parking agreement should be released.
Commissioner Morgado said he agreed with not citing motorists for parking and the City should
work with WETA and BCDC to make that happen. He does not completely agree with removing
the existing dog park, but if there was an alternative being built then it was not a big problem.
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44,"Also, he would like to make sure pedestrians and cyclists travel safely along Main Street.
Commissioner Vargas asked Sergeant Simmons for the speed limit along Main Street.
Sergeant Simmons replied 35 mph.
Commissioner Vargas felt that safety was an important issue. The Main Street pedestrian and
cyclist crossing was high priority. Secondly, he said the Commission should work with the
contract BCDC laid out since modifying the contract would be difficult. Moreover, he felt that
parking restrictions were a revenue generator and if the City needed money then start giving
tickets.
Commissioner Miley replied WETA should look into implementing parking charges within their
parking lot.
6.
Staff Communications
6A.
Potential Future Meeting Agenda Items
The next Commission meeting will be Wednesday, September 24th. and potential items
could include:
Ferry Terminal Access Recommendations and Updates
Northern Waterfront Development Projects
Pedestrian Safety Program Update
I-880/29th Avenue/23rd Avenue Interchange Improvement Project
Proposed I-880/Broadway/Jackson Multimodal Transportation and Circulation
Improvements
7.
Announcements/ Public Comments
Jim Strehlow, Alameda resident, said two months ago he spoke about the I-880/Fruitvale Avenue
construction and how the left turn lane onto Elmwood Drive had an unnecessary 20-second
delay. Yet, he found that two months ago the City striped Fruitvale Avenue with an extra lane
and that alleviated some of the traffic. However, he said a 20-second delay continued to plague
Elmwood Drive and he would like the Commission to talk to City about this issue. In addition,
he was upset that he spent the last several meetings asking for a survey of traffic conditions and
recently found out that the City conducted a study for Alameda Point. Thus, he wanted better
communication between departments and the Commission. Also, before attending the
Commission meeting, he attended the Del Monte Warehouse Project meeting at City Hall West.
He said a number of transportation issues were brought up, yet the issues are not being
communicated with the Commission.
Commissioner Vargas asked the Commission if the Del Monte Warehouse Project should be
included as a future agenda item.
Staff Payne replied the Del Monte Warehouse Project was located within the Northern
Waterfront and that there are several developments in progress. She advised the Commission to
Page 9 of 10",12998,
45,"call this upcoming agenda item as ""Northern Waterfront Development.""
Commissioner Schatmeier made the motion to include the topic within the existing future agenda
items. Commissioner Bertken seconded the motion. The motion was approved 6-0.
8.
Adjournment
8:55 pm
Page 10 of 10",12998,
46,"ALAMEDA RECREATION AND PARK COMMISSION
MINUTES FOR REGULAR MEETING
DATE:
Thursday, May 9, 2019
TIME:
7:02 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.aspy
The following are action minutes in keeping with the Sunshine Ordinance 2-91.17.
ROLL CALL
Present: Chair Limoges, Vice Chair Alexander and Commissioner Barnes
Absent: Commissioner Chen and Commissioner Robbins
Staff: Alameda Recreation and Park Department (ARPD) Director Amy Wooldridge
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Chair Limoges moved to accept the minutes of April 11, 2019 Regular Meeting as presented.
M/S
Vice Chair Alexander / Commissioner Barnes. All in favor with a 3 - 0 vote.
WRITTEN AND ORAL COMUNICATIONS
Written Communication: April 27, 2019 email to Director Amy Wooldridge from Courtney
Shepler, Resident of Alameda Landing, regarding the Estuary Park homeless encampment and
legal rights for residents of Alameda Landing. (See Exhibit 1)
Oral Communication: none
REPORTS FROM THE RECREATION AND PARK DIRECTOR (See Exhibit 2)
ARPD Director Amy Wooldridge gave the report and answered questions regarding the homeless in
the parks. Potential solutions such as putting a dog park at Estuary Park if funding is identified to remove
the large dirt mound that homeless people are living behind.
Chair Limoges: Commented the homeless problem is ongoing. Requested the Commission be
informed about the responses and updates with Courtney Shepard. Inquired about why we
cannot move the contaminated, class 2 dirt pile since we created it. Answer: It will cost over
$350,000 to dispose of the dirt and due to the low level contamination, it can't be simply moved
to another site.
Vice Chair Alexander: Will there still be enough space for a new playground. Answer: Yes, the
original design has a dog park and a playground. This dog park will be temporary. Vice Chair
requested to have someone from the Alameda Police Department or Social Services come to
give their opinion on the homeless situation.
Commissioner Barnes: Is there any concern about exposure to the homeless population
regarding the contaminants in the soil? Answer: No, it is all grassed over. The Department of
Toxic Substance Control highly regulates it and the dirt is not considered a threat.
REPORTS FROM COMMISSIONERS
Chair Limoges: Attended Earth Day representing the non-profit Alameda Backyard Growers and
1",12998,
47,"applauded the ARPD staff for a job well done. Made a few trips to Sweeney Park to watch
removal of the granite blocks. Would like to agendize the idea for an Adventure Park. Went to
Estuary Park to see the homeless encampments and said there is a great deal to discuss about
this issue. Also would like to have someone from the new Carnegie Hall Innovation come and
share about the project; how do we get a speaker on the agenda? Answer: Provide Director
Wooldridge information so she can agendize it.
Vice Chair Alexander: Thanked Park Manager John Mc Donald for painting Krusi softball
diamond #3. Inquired whether the T-ball, t-shirt league banner would be going up soon? Answer:
Will look into it. Went to Golf Course to have breakfast, course looks great. There are a lot of
people waiting to play. Is construction on target? Answer: The North course is about 4 months
behind due to all the rain but will be closing another 3 holes soon which will speed up the overall
completion timeline. Suggested having an ongoing article in the Alameda Journal for Recreation
and Park to talk about what is going on in the parks.
Commissioner Barnes: Attended Earth Day Celebration and said it was impressive. Asked what
the power source was for the bounce houses. Answer: Either generator or electricity from the
building and will confirm. Her daughter attends Wee Play and was curious how the information
was getting out for the Wee Play which changed temporary location. Answer: The building was
closed due to a mold issue and signs were posted outside Veterans' Building, social media and
email blast were all used to communicate to the public. Has been posting on Facebook and
social media groups to introduce herself as a new commissioner. One feedback issue she
received was regarding the Friends of the Library Alameda Book Sale which the complaint was
that no ARPD staff was available to assist in the Library's book set up this year. Shared an idea
and possibility of having an adventure park where kids can build and play. Reviewed climate
plan and said there was little information of the impact to parks which could eventually bring
implications to parks. Participated in Big Truck events which she enjoyed.
NEW BUSINESS
7-A
Report on the Recreation and Parks Department Requests for Fiscal Year 2019- 2021
Operating and Capital Improvement Budgets.
ARPD Director Amy Wooldridge gave the report on the 2019-2021 budget which included operating
budget for recreation programs and park maintenance and Capitol Improvement Programs: general
park maintenance replacement, playground replacement and Mastick HVAC replacement. Increase
includes city wide wage increase adopted in 2018, MOU mandated staff cost increases and annual 2%
increases that was established in 2013. In addition is requesting two additional Gardeners to help
maintain additional the 33 park acres plus two more parks being taken over from Public Works.
Speaker Misha Chellam, City of Alameda resident: Made suggestion to add a small neighborhood
playground at Jackson Park. There are reported 250 interested parents who are excited about the
possibility. Requesting the Commission to allocate provisional funding for the new playground.
Speaker Tara Navarro, City of Alameda Resident who uses the Recreation Services frequently for her
children and said the Jackson Park playground would be a great addition for the community.
2",12998,
48,"Commissioner Discussion
Chair Limoges: Agreed that Jackson Park is a Park that seems to be under-utilized. Might be a
great idea if the playground orientation is towards tots. Inquired if there is any training for the
staff when they encounter the homeless or any aggressive person. Answer: We discuss the
issue at staff meetings and staff are encouraged to call the police for any aggressive behaviors
but no formal training.
Vice Chair Alexander: Wants to consider the possibility of a playground at Jackson Park.
How much would the playground cost? Answer: Approximately $100,000. It would be less
expensive if it was a small tot park.
Commissioner Barnes: Agrees that the playground at Jackson Park is a good idea. Short term
fix by creating a fence and sandbox to start making use of it. Asked if funds are set aside for the
campground area at Alameda Point? Answer: Campground is within Enterprise Park Master
Plan, which is still open for discussion and there is no funding for it presently.
Vice Chair Alexander made a motion to accept the 2019 - 2021 Operating and Capital Improvement
Budgets with the recommendation to council to set aside funds for a playground at Jackson Park.
M/S Vice Chair Alexander / Chair Limoges / All in favor with a 3 - 0 vote.
7-B
Review and Recommend List of Park Names Policy for Naming City Facilities
ARPD Director Amy Wooldridge gave report which included the City of Alameda policy for naming city
facilities and park naming data from social media.
Commissioner Discussion
Chair Limoges: Suggested that all Commissioners research and identify a dozen names they
would like for a list and revisit the collective lists at the July meeting.
Commissioner Barnes: Suggested to prioritize honoring people from Alameda such as Neil Tam,
Vickie Smith, Jim Morrison and Larry Schulz, an Alameda minister who also did a lot of work on
base replanning. Also consider including names of indigenous historical tribes such as Ohlone.
All Commissioners agreed to remove off the list: Donut Park, Pirate Park, Parky McParkface,
Hibbardsvikke, Arizona, Tree Park, Climbers Park, New Peoples Park, Neptune Park, Haight
Park, Raccoon Park, Snow Cone Park, Popcycle Park, Apology Park, Playful Pup Paddock, Oak
Dell Park, Sporting Green and Circle of Love.
ITEMS FOR NEXT AGENDA:
Climate Action Plan presentation by PW
Review and Recommendation on Public Pathways on Fernside and Eastshore
SET NEXT MEETING DATE: Thursday, June 13, 2019
ADJOURNMENT
Chair Limoges adjourned the meeting at 9:22 PM.
3",12998,
49,"Exhibit 1
WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS
EXTERNAL CORRESPONDENCE
ITEM 3-A
ESTUARY PARK HOMELESS ENCAMPMENT
AND LEGAL RIGHTS FOR RESIDENTS OF
ALAMEDA LANDING
RECEIVED 4/27/19",12998,
50,"Written Communication
From: Courtney Shepler [mailto:c shepler@hotmail.com]
Sent: Saturday, April 27, 2019 6:10 PM
To: Amy Wooldridge <AWooldridge@alamedaca.gov>
Subject: Fwd: Questions around Estuary Park homeless encampment/legal rights
Hi Amy,
Can I ask you to forward this to the Commissioners as well?
Thanks,
Courtney
Sent from my iPhone
Begin forwarded message:
From: Courtney Shepler <c shepler@hotmail.com>
Date: April 27, 2019 at 12:08:04 PM PDT
To: ""mroush@alamedacityattorney.org"" <mroush@alamedacityattorney.org>
""mezzyashcraft@alamedaca.gov"" <mezzyashcraft@alamedaca.gov>, ""joddie@alamedaca.gov""
<joddie@alamedaca.gov>, ""tdaysog@alamedaca.gov"" <tdaysog@alamedaca.gov>,
""mvella@alamedaca.gov"" <mvella@alamedaca.gov>, 'jknoxwhite@alamedaca.gov'
<jknoxwhite@alamedaca.gov>
Cc: Amy Wooldridge <AWooldridge@alamedaca.gov>, ""prolleri@alamedaca.gov""
<prolleri@alamedaca.gov>, Darin Tsujimoto <DTsujimo@alamedaca.gov>
Subject: Questions around Estuary Park homeless encampment/legal rights
Dear Mr. Roush, Mayor, and Council members,
I am a resident of Alameda Landing. As I trust you are aware, we have a tremendous problem
with the growing homeless encampment at Estuary Park. Myself and other community
members have spent a significant amount of time communicating with APD, and we are at a
point where APD's hands are tied and we need to explore other options to ensure our
community remains livable and that we do not suffer undue economic loss from this issue. APD
has been a great partner and we clearly sense their frustration about their options for dealing
with this problem.
These individuals at the encampment are lawless, mentally ill, and drug addicted/abusing. They
steal packages from our homes. They defecate-literally- on our front porches. They try our
front door handles to see if we left them unlocked. They walk down our streets and sidewalks,
public and private, ranting and screaming at all hours, sometimes death threats at our
residents. This has prevented residents from being able to sleep at night. We find used
syringes in our private parks. They allow their dogs- in particular a Pit Bull- to roam free- the
dog follows us on private HOA property and public street as we try to walk our own dogs
lawfully on leash. At our community easter egg hunt, APD had to be called as a homeless",12998,
51,"Written Communication
woman was screaming profanities at the children. Our community is a young community, with
many first time home buyers who came to Alameda to start their families. There are nearly 100
young children who live here. These families thought Alameda was safe, and they chose to
make one of the biggest investments of their lives in choosing to plant roots here. Instead, our
community is becoming unlivable and without a change, some residents may face serious
financial harm as their property values plummet. We are trying hard to build a healthy and
vibrant community but hope is waning. We need help from our city government desperately.
By all accounts, APD has indicated that these particular individuals would not go to a shelter
even if beds were available (though I recognize that is not the case for all homeless). Clearly
they have had every offer of support extended to them from Operation Dignity, etc, and they
have chosen THIS life.
I am not a lawyer but I am trying hard to understand the legal angles here. While I understand
that the 9th Circuit's ruling is the reason that APD no longer believes they can force these
homeless to move off of city property or our parks, I have additional questions.
1. Are the homeless allowed to select any real estate that appeals to them or does the
City have the ability to find more suitable city property for them to camp on? With the
number of parks and parcels of public land in Alameda, I don't think it is fair or
reasonable to burden one park or neighborhood with all of this blight and terror. My
recommendation is that these homeless individuals should rotate to all parts of
Alameda, equitably and fairly. There are well over a dozen parks in Alameda. What
prevents us from requiring the homeless encampment to move to a new park or public
space each month? That way, the residents nearby will know that they have to bear the
disturbances for only a month each year and we can all equally share in this as a
community. The community has recently demonstrated great compassion for the
homeless with the ""Yes"" vote on Measure A, so I am confident that all parts of Alameda
would welcome the opportunity to share fairly in this.
2. What are our rights as law-abiding, tax-paying property owners in Alameda? Can you
recommend any particular law sections that we should be exploring to help us
understand our rights? The California constitution and bill of rights are fairly vague on
this, so I'm hoping to understand this better. I suppose our HOA or a group of residents
could hire our own legal counsel to explore options here, but we certainly would prefer
that as a last resort, and we hope that the City government can assist in protecting our
rights as they do the rights of these individuals. Incidentally, the Alameda Landing
community pays significantly MORE in taxes than any other community in Alameda due
to special CFD's for infrastructure AND city services but I know that doesn't give us any
extra anything, other than sting and disappointment from this problem.
3.
Based on what you're hearing, do you expect a Supreme Court challenge to this ruling?
4. If shelter beds are available and the homeless refuse to go, then what?
5. Why would a community invest in parks if they can't be used and enjoyed for the
purposes they were created for? Without resolution on this issue, perhaps the city
should consider selling off parks for private development where laws around trespassing",12998,
52,"Written Communication
on private property could be enforced. It might help the city's budget as well. It's hard
to believe I am even typing up such an idea because I am such a huge supporter of parks
and open spaces, as they are intended to be enjoyed.
Please let me know of any other recommendations you have for engagement on this issue,
escalation paths, etc. I look forward to your responses and recommendations.
Best regards,
Courtney Shepler
431 Mosley Avenue
510-393-0306",12998,
53,"EXHIBIT 2
05/09/19 ARPD Director's Report - Presented by Interim Assistant City Manager Amy
Wooldridge
Mastick Senior Center
Mastick's annual Volunteer Appreciation Luncheon thanking 227 volunteers for 27,601 hours
of service in 2018 took place on April 11.
In an effort to ensure that all Alamedans are counted in the 2020 Census, the Mayor has
established the Alameda Complete Count Committee. Ed Kallas, Recreation Supervisor I, will
serve as Sub-Committee Chair for senior citizens. Over the next 11 months, there will be a
variety of events, outreach and incentives to get everyone to participate in the Census.
Over the next month internet-capable monitors will be mounted on the walls of Mastick senior
center classrooms to support presentations and meetings.
From May 14 - 16, 38 Mastick members will travel to Mendocino and Ft. Bragg in the first
overnight tour since 2013.
New Fitness Classes: ""Balance and Mobility"" (BaM) and ""Preventing and Recovering from
Injuries/Falls through Movement and Exercise"" (PRIME) fitness classes, designed to appeal
to younger and different members of the senior population.
Parks Maintenance
We moved the granite blocks that were next to the slide at Sweeney Park and scattered
them throughout the park as seating. Replaced with a poured in place pad and will add a
climbing component such as a heavy rope soon. It was moved due to safety reasons.
The dock was re-installed at the Encinal Boat Launch Facility after repairs and the annual pull
out. It is expected that the docks in the new renovation will be able to remain in place all year.
Replaced rotted wooden picnic tables Shoreline Park with donated cement tables.
Moved the irrigation clock and wiring at Krusi Park to new pedestal near the tennis courts and
upgraded with a new clock in anticipation for the new building construction.
Replaced all pathway lights with new shoe box LED lights at Littlejohn Park. This project was
managed by Public Works.
Painted all backstops at Krusi Park
Renovated sports fields at Harrington and Woodstock Parks
Recreation Services
All Tiny Tot sites are hosting Graduations at the end of May
Alameda Youth Committee is celebrating another successful year with an end of
year kayaking trip in May
Hired a new part-time coordinator for the Friends Connect program to begin developing next
year's program.
Teen Summer Volunteer Program is off again to another successful summer with over 70
teens volunteering in the various ARPD summer programs
The 16th season of Alameda Walks kicked off last Saturday with over 45 walkers. Make sure
to check the schedule for upcoming Walks and hope to see you all out for at least one this
season.
Register now for Summer Baseball Program for k-2 and 3-5 grades which is FREE and
sponsored by the ELKS Lodge 1015",12998,
54,"Free Drop-in Recreation Programs at Bayport, Franklin, Lincoln, Tillman and Washington
Parks from 12pm - 5pm, Monday - Friday.
Day Camp, Teen Adventure Camp, WOW, Tiny Tot Programs and summer specialty camps
open for registration. Register early as many programs will sell out.
Take the ARPD Scavenger Hunt Challenge and keep play alive in Alameda! The Challenge
is located on ARPD website. Make sure to send in pictures of your fun experiences at Alameda
Parks.
Administration
Estuary Park homeless encampment
Existing encampment behind dirt pile with approximately 7 - 9 people.
""Boise Decision"" is a federal decision that states that it is unconstitutional and
considered cruel and unusual punishment to criminally penalize people for sleeping
on public property when there is no shelter space available. Alameda only has a
shelter for women and children escaping domestic violence. Therefore, the City
cannot move people out of Estuary Park without a shelter bed to move them to.
Dirt pile is contaminated and estimated to cost $350,000 to remove. Looking at options
for brownfield grant funding and then activate the park with a dog park.
Emma Hood Swim Center update
The Ad-Hoc Committee, comprised of AUSD Board members, Councilmembers,
community and staff, is meeting weekly to develop a long-term plan.
Repair funding request to City Council on May 7 and AUSD Board on May 14. Scope
of repair work is pending final authorization for the Alameda County Department of
Environmental Health.
Council discussed the new City Aquatic Facility on May 7 and will discuss again on
May 21.
The Veteran's Building was closed due to mold on the first floor and in one other room. All
recreation programs were re-located in addition to the Alameda Library Adult Reading
program and Veterans meetings. Public Works staff is working on having the mold remediated
and the building re-opened as quickly as possible.
Recent challenge with resignation of Account Tech during the busiest registration season of
the year. This full-time position is now open for qualified candidates.
Upcoming Events
Tuesday, May 21 at 7:30pm: Alameda Community Band will perform at the Mastick Senior
Center Social Hall
Friday, May 31 at 1:00pm: 7th Annual Play for the Parks. A shotgun golf tournament at
Corica Park's South Course with proceeds supporting Alameda Parks. Register at
www.alamedaparks.org
Saturday, June 8 from 9:00am-1:00pm: 53rd Annual Sand Castle & Sand Sculpture
Contest at Crown Beach.
Friday, June 21 at 6:30pm: Starlight Movies in the Park, showing ""Trolls"" at Alameda Point
Multi-Purpose Field. Sponsored by the Alameda Friends of the Parks Foundation.",12998,
55,"apd
ALAMEDA RECREATION AND PARK COMMISSION
MINUTES FOR REGULAR MEETING
DATE:
Thursday, December 10, 2020
TIME:
7:01 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: (Teleconference via Zoom) Chair Alexander, Vice Chair Robbins, Commissioner Limoges
Commissioner Barnes and Commissioner Navarro
Staff: (Teleconference via Zoom) Alameda Recreation and Park Department (ARPD) Director Amy
Wooldridge
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Chair Alexander moved to accept the minutes of November 12, 2020 Regular Meeting as presented.
M/S Commissioner Navarro / Vice Chair Robbins. All present in favor with 5 ayes via roll call vote.
WRITTEN AND ORAL COMMUNICATIONS
Written Communication: none
Oral Communication:
Speaker Michael Hulihan, Bay Farm Island resident: Requested to change the name of
Godfrey Park due to 1943 Mayor Godfrey's renewed effort of segregation in Alameda and
demanded the Park be denamed by February 2021, renamed by the end of 2021 with
signage telling the actual account of Bay Farm Island's history.
Speaker Betsy Mathieson, resident: Expressed gratitude for the new replacement trees
that were planted at the park formerly known as Jackson.
REPORTS FROM THE RECREATION AND PARK DIRECTOR
ARPD Director Amy Wooldridge gave the report. (See Exhibit 1)
REPORTS FROM COMMISSIONERS
Commissioner Barnes: Excited to hear the discussion regarding item 6-B, ""Recommend a
Name for the Park Formerly Known as Jackson Park"".
Commissioner Navarro: Participated in the tree planting at the park formerly known as Jackson
Park and said it was a very organized event. Gave an end of year shout out to the ARPD Tiny
Tots staff.
Vice Chair Robbins: Has been involved in committee process of the renaming the park formerly
known as Jackson Park.
Chair Alexander: Attended meetings every Wednesday for the renaming committee. She is
glad that kids are able to play safely in parks again.
Commissioner Limoges: No report.
1",12998,
56,"AGENDA ITEMS
6-A Introduce Matt Nowlen, Parks Manager
Matt Nowlen introduced himself and received comments and a warm welcome from the Commission.
6-B Recommend a Name for the Park Formerly Known as Jackson Park
ARPD Director Amy Wooldridge recognized and acknowledged all the members of the park renaming
committee for all their thoughtful and diligent work. ARPD Director Wooldridge, Jessica Santone,
Assistant Professor of Art History and Visual Studies at Cal State East Bay, Rachel Brockl, Director of
the Litigation Center and Law Professor at Golden Gate University, School of Law and Raquel
Williams, Alameda High School senior and community leader gave the presentation. The presentation
included how the name change was initiated by Rasheed Shabazz, the committee renaming process,
goal setting, outreach to the community, evaluation, recommendation and next steps. The
Committee's final name recommendations are Chochenyo Park, Mabel Tatum Park and Justice Park.
Speaker Carmen Reid: Concerned about the process of renaming Jackson Park was not
adequately transparent. Asked that the park renaming be put on hold until there is more input
from the broader community and that the name Alameda Park be put on the final list.
Speaker Betsy Mathieson: Encouraged to consider renaming the park formerly known as
Jackson to Alameda Park which is the original name.
Speaker Alameda resident Stacy: Pleased with the presentation and process. Validates the
request for the poll results, but is content with the final 3 names. Her favorite is Justice Park.
Speaker Maria Dominguez: Honored to hear the presentation and research and is in favor of
renaming the park to honor the Ohlone people.
Speaker Mr. Garfinkle: Did not feel there was enough transparency in renaming Jackson Park.
Applauds the effort but thinks that the process needs to be done over.
Speaker Valerie Landau: Impressed with the thoughtful process and the presentation and
would be proud to have the park renamed Chochenyo park.
Speaker Doree Miles: Presentation was informative. Her preference is renaming the park to its
first name Alameda Park. The name Alameda means grove of trees and since the new trees
were just planted, it would be perfect.
Speaker Jennifer Rakowski: Appreciated the work of the committee. Submitted a name that
was not chosen but the process made her feel invested in the parks. Likes the name
Chochenyo Park.
Speaker Karen Larson: Impressed with the committee and likes the final three choices.
Speaker Jim Daly: Supports naming it for the Native Americans who were here first.
Speaker Grace Rubenstein: Also supports naming it for the Native Americans who were here
first to honor them.
Speaker Mike Van Dine: Did not know the park was named after Andrew Jackson and that he
was a slave owner which he agrees the name should be changed, but he is disappointed in the
polling process as he would have liked to see Alameda Park be in the final names.
Speaker Woody Minor: Surprised that Alameda Park was not one of the final names and said
the process feels rushed. Loves the Chochenyo name but suggested naming the park
Alameda Chochenyo Park to combine the two names.
2",12998,
57,"Speaker Rasheed Shabazz: Grateful the process of renaming has moved forward. Spoke
about the actions of Andrew Jackson and the Trail of Tears. Curious about people's
attachment to the Alameda Park name. The new names are an opportunity to rebuild a new
history. Would like to see the park renamed for the indigenous people.
Speaker Naomi Wortis: Preference for name is Chochenyo Park.
Speaker Jay Castro: Appreciates that the indigenous group were included in the process and
encourages to co-create something with the group which will right the wrongs.
Speaker Katherine Castro: Presentation was awesome. Wanted to clarify that inclusion refers
to all the people.
Speaker Trish Herrera Spencer: Would like to see the results of the survey disclosed to the
public for transparency purpose.
Commissioner Barnes motioned to recommend to the City Council that the park formerly known as
Jackson Park be renamed Chochenyo Park.
M/S Commissioner Barnes / Vice Chair Robbins.
Motion carried by the following voice roll call vote: All in favor with 5 ayes.
ITEMS FOR NEXT AGENDA:
Annual Paratransit program
Parcel 4 and Shoreline Trail connection
Update on JSOSP and particularly Community Garden
Alameda Swimming Pool Association Lease/Surplus Lands Act
SET NEXT MEETING DATE: January 14, 2021
ADJOURNMENT
Commissioner Limoges motioned to adjourn
M/S Commissioner Limoges / Commissioner Navarro
Motion carried by the following voice roll call vote: All in favor with a 5 ayes.
Chair Alexander adjourned the meeting at 9:17 PM
3",12998,
58,"EXHIBIT 1
12/10/2020 ARPD Director's Report
Presented by Recreation and Park Director Amy Wooldridge
Recreation Services
Winter break camp is filled at Harrison and close to capacity at Washington and we added an
additional all day site at Leydecker. Follows all COVID-19 safety protocols.
Virtual Santa Visits - more sign ups than any previous years. Considering in the future to offer a
combination of in-person and virtual visits. We have 48 registered families this year.
Virtual Tree Lighting and Family Trivia Night happened last Saturday evening and was an even bigger
turn out than the previous trivia night with 73 households registered. Staff decorated City Hall, the
tree, menorah and peace sign with an Alameda theme. Outside community groups provided some
music to listen for the virtual ceremony.
In 2021, will offer E-sports tournaments and leagues for Minecraft and other virtual games.
Aquatics fall lessons end on Dec. 19 and will return in January. Lap Swimming and Water Walking
are on-going programs that will continue.
RAP after school programs are going well. A Franklin Park parent recently told us, ""RAP has been a
miracle in preserving and rebuilding the mental health of our family and we couldn't imagine getting
through the days and weeks of COVID-19 without it!""
Alameda Youth Committee (teen leadership group) is now sending pen pal letters to Friends Connect
(social group for teens with developmental disabilities).
Mastick Senior Center
A Flu Clinic hosted by Alameda County Health on December 7 was held at Mastick.
Due to the initiative of our Recreation Manager, Jackie Krause, a group of Alameda County senior
center managers/supervisors is being formed to discuss senior center programming and reopening
starting in January.
3,300 holiday postcards are being mailed to members (our entire database).
Community volunteers organized through Christ Church prepared ""grab and go"" Thanksgiving
Dinners and 30 were distributed to Mastick's lunch participants.
John Thiel, Pappo's Restaurant is providing 30 meals on Christmas Eve for Mastick's lunch
participants.
Park Maintenance
Planted 20 trees at the park formerly known as Jackson Park with 22 volunteers. Will work on
developing an ongoing Volunteers in Parks program.
Working through hiring for Parks Supervisor and Parks Foreperson. We're looking forward to
developing our Parks Division Administration team and making changes to continually improve how
we maintain our 24 parks.
Replacing the fence along the Lincoln Park baseball field that is shared with neighbors. Replacing a
40 foot chain link fence with a 10 foot chain link fence plus a 40 foot sports netting. The total safety
barrier will now be ten feet taller. The netting is a safer option as it is not as heavy as the tall fencing
and is just as effective at stopping balls. It is standard use for athletic fields and golf courses.",12998,
59,"Administration/ Projects
After changing direction from the State on the stay at home order, playgrounds are now open.
Additional open activities/facilities include basketball courts at all neighborhood parks, child care,
outdoor fitness classes and outdoor youth sports camps (no games), outdoor aquatics,
tennis/pickleball courts, golf, skate park and dog parks.
Staff mailed notices and information about the Gaga Pit proposal to all neighbors near Portola
Triangle Park. Six people responded with comments and three were opposed due to concerns for
increased noise, children crossing 8th Street and if the Gaga Pit is environmentally friendly. Regarding
the noise concerns, the clearing of the bushes has increased sight lines and safety but also traffic
noise for some neighbors. ARPD has planted more trees that will eventually reduce noise and will
post signs limiting park hours to day time use only. Regarding the concern of children crossing the
street, there is a Rapid Flashing Beacon for the public to safely cross the street. The Gaga pit is
made out of recyclable plastic and is durable and therefore not an environmental concern.
Godfrey Park Recreation Center Improvements -replacing the interior restrooms and upgrading to
all-gender restrooms in addition to replacing the flooring, moving storage areas, upgrading the kitchen
and heater, and possibly replacing the wallboards. Anticipated completion by end of summer 2021.
Alameda Point Gym Restrooms - adding a modular restroom to the west of the gym with all-gender
restrooms that will serve the gym and skate park. Going out to bid in early 2021 with completion
anticipated later that year.
Grand Street Boat Ramp - Replacing the gangway and dock, which has been closed to the public for
over six months due to difficulties with materials purchasing and backlogs due to COVID-19 Materials
purchase is going to City Council on 12/15/2020 with construction to start in February 2021.
Starting discussions with the Alameda Swimming Pool Association which operates the Franklin and
Lincoln Park pools. Their long-term lease agreement expires in September 2021.
Continuing work on the Fernside and Eastshore public pathways. Nearing completion on complex
legal paperwork for easements and submerged land purchase. Will be taken to City Council for
approvals in phases. Once legal aspect is completed then we can start design.
Working with Confederated Villages of Lisjan Ohlone to discuss a land acknowledgement by the City
of Alameda and ways in which we can work cooperatively together. This would go to City Council for
discussion and approval.",12998,
60,"RESOLUTION NO. 13-07
RESOLUTION OF THE OVERSIGHT BOARD FOR THE SUCCESSOR AGENCY TO THE
COMMUNITY IMPROVEMENT COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF ALAMEDA ADOPTING
MINUTES OF THE SPECIAL MEETING, MARCH 14, 2013
WHEREAS, the Oversight Board for the Successor Agency to the Community
Improvement Commission of the City of Alameda organized itself pursuant to Chapter 4
(commencing with Section 34179) of Part 1.85 of Division 24 of the Health and Safety Code (the
""Board""); and
WHEREAS, it is necessary for said Board to adopt minutes of public meetings;
NOW, THEREFORE, THE OVERSIGHT BOARD FOR THE SUCCESSOR AGENCY
TO THE COMMUNITY IMPROVEMENT COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF ALAMEDA
DOES HEREBY RESOLVE AS FOLLOWS:
Section 1. The approval of meeting minutes of the special meeting on March 14, 2013, of
the Oversight Board for the Successor Agency to the Community Improvement Commission of
the City of Alameda, attached hereto as Exhibit A and incorporated herein by this reference.
PASSED AND ADOPTED this 9th day of April , 2013, by the following
vote:
AYES: Russo, Biggs, Me Mahon, Potter
NOES: O
ABSENT: Chan, Gerhard Ortiz
ABSTAIN: D
for
Chair
ATTEST:
Germany Valisha
Secrétary of the Board",12998,
61,"Exhibit A
MINUTES
City of Alameda
Successor Agency Oversight Board
Au
Special Meeting
Thursday, March 14, 2013, 6:00 p.m.
City Hall, 2263 Santa Clara Avenue
Conference Room 360
1. CALL TO ORDER & ROLL CALL
Chairman Russo called the meeting to order at 6:02 p.m., with the following
Board Members present: Vice Chair Biggs; Members Chan, McMahon, Ortiz, and
Potter. Board Member Gerhard was absent. Board staff in attendance: Assistant
General Counsel Garrabrant-Sierra and Secretary Valeska.
2. CONSENT AGENDA: Action
a. Resolution Adopting the Minutes of the February 26, 2013 Special
Meeting
(Resolution No. 13-05) The Resolution was passed by unanimous consent.
3. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
a. Selection of Oversight Board Legal Counsel - Full Board Interviews with
Stein & Lubin LLP and Law Offices of Craig Labadie: Action
The first interview was with Laurie Gustafson of Stein & Lubin LLP,
followed by the second interview with Craig Labadie of Law Offices of
Craig Labadie. Following the interviews, the Board Members discussed
the strengths of both applicants. Motion and second (Chan/Biggs) to
recommend Law Offices of Craig Labadie as the legal counsel for the
Oversight Board. Motion passed unanimously (6-0-1). Member Potter
stated that at the April 9 annual meeting, the Board will be asked to adopt
a resolution authorizing the Successor Agency to enter into the legal
services agreement with Law Offices of Craig Labadie. The approval of
the agreement is scheduled for the Successor Agency's May 7 meeting.
4. NEW BUSINESS
(At the Chair's direction, the Board heard items 4.a. and 4.b. during the
interval between the first and second law firm interviews.)
a. Resolution Authorizing the Successor Agency to Enter into the Second
Amendment Expanding the Scope of Work and Adding $15,000 to the
Agreement with Keyser Marston Associates, inc. for Financial Services
through June 30, 2013, for a Total Budget Amount of $89,000: Action
(Resolution No. 13-06) Motion and Second (Chan and McMahon) to adopt the
resolution. Member Ortiz was out of the room at the time of the vote. Motion
passed (5-0-2). Upon her return to the meeting, Member Ortiz stated that she
wanted to go on record as voting yes for this motion.",12998,
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March 14, 2013
Successor Agency Oversight Board
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b. Confirm the Date of the Oversight Board's Annual Meeting: Action
Member Potter stated that according to the Oversight Board's bylaws, the
annual meeting is scheduled for the second Tuesday of April, at 6:30 p.m.,
unless there is a conflicting holiday. The Board Members concurred that the
2013 annual meeting would be scheduled for Tuesday, April 9, at 6:30 p.m.
The secretary was directed to send the appointment to the members.
5. PUBLIC COMMENT (non-agenda items) (none)
6. WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS (none)
7. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS - BOARD MEMBERS AND STAFF (none)
8. ADJOURNMENT
The meeting was unanimously adjourned at 7:02 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Peremany Valedea
Rosemary Valeska
Secretary
Approved as submitted on April 9, 2013
Resolution No 13-07",12998,
63,"MINUTES OF
RECREATION AND PARK COMMISSION
ALAMEDA
RECREATION & PARKS
MEETING OF FEBRUARY 10, 2005
1327 Oak St., Alameda, CA 94501
(510)747-7529
DATE:
Thursday, February 10, 2005
TIME:
7:00 p.m.
PLACE:
City Hall, 2263 Santa Clara Ave., Third Floor, Room 360
Alameda, CA 94501
1.
ROLL CALL
Present:
Chair Jay Ingram, Vice Chair Jo Kahuanui, Commissioners Christine
Johnson, Georg Oliver, and Bruce Reeves
Staff:
Suzanne Ota, Recreation & Parks Director
Dale Lillard, Recreation Services Manager (RSM)
Fred Framsted, Recreation Supervisor (RS)
Absent:
None
2.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Approve Minutes of December 9, 2004 Recreation and Park Commission Meeting.
M/S/C
REEVESIJOHNSON
(approved)
""That the Minutes of December 9, 2004 be approved with the addition that the cell
tower container should be reduced in height."" (on page 2, paragraph 7)
In Favor (4) - Ingram, Johnson, Oliver, Reeves
Absent (0) -
Abstention (1) - Kahuanui
Approve Minutes of January 13, 2005 Recreation & Park Commission Meeting.
M/S/C
JOHNSON/KAHUANUI
(unanimously approved)
""That the Minutes of January 13, 2005 be approved.""
In Favor (5) - Ingram, Kahuanui, Johnson, Oliver, Reeves
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64,"3.
ORAL COMMUNICATIONS, AGENDA
(Any person may address the Commission in regard to any matter over which the
Commission has jurisdiction or of which it may take cognizance that is not on the agenda.)
None.
4.
WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS
None.
5.
NEW BUSINESS
A.
Annual Review and Adjustment of Fees for Recreation and Parks -
(Discussion/Action Item)
RSM Lillard provided the 2005 Fee Schedule and Surveys for the Recreation and Park
Commission's review.
Ron Matthews, Alameda Little League, Alameda Babe Ruth, and Alameda High School
representative stated that the groups he represents donate a lot of time and materials to
help keep the fields that they use in good condition. Charging a per player charge may
influence the Boards of the different organizations as far as how much they will be willing to
donate. He commented that what extent will the Boards be willing to invest grant monies,
if they are paying the per player charge. The Commission needs to keep their registration
fees in mind.
Nino Borsoni, Alameda Soccer representative, stated that Alameda Soccer has invested
over $350,000 to date. Conceptually the group understands what is driving the fee, but
feels that the Sports Advisory Committee needs more information and better research.
Questions raised were: What is the operating budget? What are the groups bringing in?
And, how does that offset the budget? A lot of the youth play multiple sports. Will they be
charged multiple times for the different sports they are playing? Conceptually the group
understands the fee and is not opposed to it, but want to make sure that there is equity
consideration. They groups would like to see more research done before the fee is
implemented.
Commissioner Reeves stated that between soccer groups represented by Mr. Borsoni and
baseball teams represented by Mr. Matthews that is approximately 98 percent use of the
fields. So assuming Mr. Reeves wanted to go out and play baseball with a group of friends,
he would not be able to because the fields would be in use by these groups. These groups
are the only ones using the fields and they need to be maintained. These fields are being
maintained for these organizations. The Commission is open to alternatives. Your groups
are using the fields and they need to be maintained. Fields are being maintained for their
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65,"use. Mr. Reeves would like to hear an alternative.
Mr. Borsoni stated that an alternative would be installing sports turf. He would like to see
some long-term planning.
Mr. Matthews stated that the partnership that has been established is not on paper, but has
significant monetary value especially in the maintenance part of the budget. The groups
have supported a lot of the maintenance costs by volunteers, volunteer labor (e.g., fencing,
etc.). If the grants that the groups provide were taken away, if there is even a $10 per play
charge, the Department would still be way behind in the money needed to pay for the
budget.
Phil Woodward, Alameda Girls Softball representative, stated that he agreed with Mr.
Borsoni and Mr. Matthews. It is We understood that they are users of these facilities and
the concern is that if these charges move forward they want to know that there is insurance
that these fees are marked for maintenance and maintenance only.
Dave Johnson, Alameda Football Association representative, stated that he agrees with Mr.
Borsoni, Mr. Matthews, and Mr. Woodward. Mr. Johnson stated that the fees from all
groups would be approximately $10,000 per year and asked if that is enough for the
maintenance of the fields. If $5 is not enough what is the plan. Director Ota stated that it is
estimated that it would be approximately $20,000. RSM Lillard stated that is based on the
groups playing two seasons. A credit back could be an option depending on groups
volunteering time and funds.
Jean Sweeney, Alameda resident, stated that in the future she would like to see a fee for
overnight camping in a Beltline Park.
Chair Ingram stated that it seems that Alameda groups are doing much more with
volunteers and providing donations to help maintain the fields than other cities and asked if
that was the case. RSM Lillard stated yes, Alameda groups do much more than groups in
other cities.
Mr. Johnson stated that the Alameda Football Association would like to donate $2,500
toward the $10,000 cost for maintenance. Commissioner Oliver asked if the group would
be willing to provide volunteer help in addition to their donation. Mr. Johnson stated yes.
Chair Ingram suggested that this item be turned back over to the Sports Advisory
Committee to get a consensus on the per player fee.
Commissioner Reeves stated that he is concerned about meeting the budget and
suggested tabling this item for a month until alternatives can be reviewed.
M/S/C
REEVES/OLIVER
(approved)
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Dedicated to Excellence, Committed to Service",12998,
66,"""That the per player fee be tabled until alternatives are reviewed. ""
Approved (5):
Ingram, Kahuanui, Johnson, Oliver, Reeves
M/S/C
REEVES/KAHUANUI
(Approved)
That the 2005 fee increases listed below is approved:
BASKETBALL
Adult
$610.00 Resident Team Fee
$660.00 Non-Resident Team Fee
SOFTBALL
Adult
$620.00 Resident Team Fee
$670.00 Non-Resident Team Fee
FLAG FOOTBALL
Adult
$598.00 Resident Team Fee
$615.00 Non-Resident Team Fee
SWIM LESSONS
$ 5.00 each 1/2 hr. lesson - Resident
($50 for two-week session)
$ 6.00 each 1/2 hr. Lesson - Non-Resident
($60 for two-week session)
SWIM TEAMS USE FEE
Hourly Rate:
$5/hr./youth & adult
(currently)
$11/hr./youth
(beginning January 2006)
$12/hr./adult
(beginning January 2006)
$12/hr./youth
(beginning January 2006)
$13/hr. adult (beginning January 2006)
TENNIS
Adult Group Lessons
$ 11/hour
Junior Group Lessons
$ 11/hour
Private Lessons
$ 42/hour
YOUTH
Day Camp
$120/week - Hidden Cove
$135/week - Trails End
$ 60/week - Hidden Cove Extended Care
$ 50/week - Trails End Extended Care
Preschool
$ 4/hour
YOUTH SPORTS
Fall, Winter, Spring
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67,"- Football
$ 75/Season (additional $10 Non-Resident Fee)
- Basketball
$ 65/Season (additional $10 Non-Resident Fee)
- Soccer
$ 60/Season (additional $10 Non-Resident Fee)
6.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
A.
Continued Discussion and Consideration of Request from Mayor and City
Council to Develop a Park Use Policy - (Discussion Item)
RSM Lillard reviewed the draft proposal that was included in the Commission packet.
Commissioner Johnson commented that the document was very well done and addressed
the items that the Commission had identified. Commissioner Ingram stated that the
document was good but added that he wanted to make sure that the finished product
included wording similar to #4 in the City of Seattle example regarding recovery of
associated costs. RSM Lillard agreed to incorporate the item and to bring the next revision
back to the Commission in April.
B.
Discussion and Selection of Joint Meeting Dates with City Council -
(Discussion/Action Item)
RSM Lillard informed the Commission that the City Clerk's Office had contacted staff with
regard to scheduling the Annual Joint Meeting with Council. It was originally proposed to
meet on a Wednesday evening in March, but the Council is unable to attend any of those
dates. The Clerk's office is now attempting to schedule a date in April.
C.
Discussion of Annual Commission Goals, Objectives, and Accomplishments
Including Park Master Plan - (Discussion/Action Item)
RSM Lillard reviewed the draft copy of the Commission Goals and Objectives with the
Commission. After discussion the following items were included under Accomplishments
and Goals:
Accomplishments
Completion of the Marina Water Front Park
Renaming of the former Officers' Club in honor of former Vice-Mayor Albert H. Dewitt
Approval of the Public Art pieces for the Library Project
Inclusion of the Water Station in the Drainage Project at the Dog Park
Opened discussions for use of Alameda Point fields by local youth organizations
Continue growth towards increasing cost recovery through introduction of new
Programs
Goals
Note that SB2404 related to equality for girls and women's sports.
7.
REPORTS FROM RECREATION COMMISSION AND RECREATION AND PARK
DIRECTOR
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68,"A.
Park Division
See attached Activity Report.
B.
Recreation Division
See attached Activity Report.
C.
Mastick Senior Center
See attached Activity Report.
D.
Other Reports and Announcments
1.
Status Report on Northern Waterfront Committee (Commissioner Oliver)
The Northern Waterfront Committee has been disbanded.
2.
Status Report on Alameda Point Golf Course Design Committee (Vice Chair
Reeves)
No report at this time.
3.
Status Report on Alameda Point Advisory Committee (APAC) (Chair Ingram)
Chair Ingram stated that on Thursday, March 3rd, , at 6:30 p.m. in City Hall there will be an
Alameda Point Community Workshop. The presentation will focus on the four most
frequently raised issues in the previous two workshops: historic preservation,
transportation, Measure A, and financial feasibility.
4.
Status Report on Transportation Master Plan Committee (Commissioner
Johnson)
No report at this time.
8.
STATUS REPORT ON ONGOING PROJECTS
RSM Lillard stated that in the Fall 2004 staff completed preliminary work on drainage for
the Dog Park. There is a second Phase which is a Capital Improvement Project (CIP) to
put in some extensive drainage. The project is in the design phase at this time. There is
$30,000 allocated for the drainage portion of the project.
Commissioner Johnson stated that there were some funds donated for agility equipment for
the Dog Park. RSM Lillard stated that the agility equipment is custom built and is pending
staff gathering information.
Harry Hartman expressed concern about having fresh water stations. RSM Lillard stated
that fresh water stations are included in the drainage project. It is hoped that the project
will be completed by the summer. Any communication that can be given to the Dog Park
users would be helpful.
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69,"9.
ORAL COMMUNICATIONS, GENERAL
10.
ITEMS FOR NEXT AGENDA
11.
SET DAY FOR NEXT MEETING
Thursday, March 10, 2005
12.
ADJOURNMENT 8:35 p.m.
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Minutes
Thursday, February 10, 2005
Dedicated to Excellence, Committed to Service",12998,
70,"MINUTES OF THE SPECIAL CITY COUNCIL MEETING
THURSDAY- MAY 16, 2019- -6:30 P.M.
Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft convened the meeting at 7:32 p.m. Vice Mayor Knox White led
the Pledge of Allegiance.
ROLL CALL -
Present:
Councilmembers Daysog, Knox White, Oddie, Vella,
and Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft - 5.
Absent: None.
ORAL COMMUNICATIONS
None.
AGENDA ITEM
(19-295) Budget Workshop for Fiscal Years 2019-20 and 2020-21 to Provide Direction
on Funding Requests.
Discussed the School Board's request for mental health funding and what the District is
doing to address the issue: Jennifer Williams, School Board.
Discussed the School District's mental health crisis, which is a community issue; urged
Council to provide support: Kirsten Zazo, Alameda Unified School District.
Urged Council to fund what is proposed in the Climate Action and Resiliency Plan,
which includes 18 projects in the first two years; listed projects; noted up to eight staff
are required to fully implement the Plan: Lauren Eisele, Community Action for a
Sustainable Alameda (CASA).
Discussed leadership being needed to address climate; stated responding to climate
change is a core service for Alameda; suggested an Assistant City Manager position be
added and dedicated to address climate: Ruth Abbe, CASA.
Urged Council not to cut the tree budget, which would mean no more street tree
planting; stated street trees already do not get enough maintenance: Christopher
Buckley, Alameda.
Discussed funding and staffing to implement the Climate Action Plan: Herb Behrstock,
CASA.
Submitted information; discussed the increase in emissions, importance of leadership
and mental health in schools: Sylvia Gibson, CASA.
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1
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71,"Expressed concern over cutting the tree maintenance budget; discussed advantages of
having trees: Corrine Lambden, Alameda.
The Council discussed procedural matters.
In response to public comment, the City Manager made brief comments on the tree
budget.
The City Engineer reviewed the Power Point slides presented at end of the previous
night and responded to Council questions.
The Deputy Public Works Director responded to questions.
The Public Information Officer continued to track Council follow up requests and
throughout the workshop.
****
Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft called a recess at 7:36 p.m. and reconvened the meeting at 7:51
p.m.
***
The Planning, Building and Transportation Director continued the Power Point
presentation and responded to Council questions.
The City Manager responded to Council questions.
The Council discussed the School District funding request.
Ms. Williams and Ms. Zazo responded to questions regarding the request.
Councilmember Daysog made comments.
Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft called a recess at 8:44 p.m. and reconvened the meeting at 8:58
p.m.
Each of the Councilmembers and Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft made additional comments
regarding the funding requests.
The City Manager provided a summary of the recommendations he would bring back.
Councilmembers Knox White, Oddie and Daysog made additional comments.
Special Meeting
Alameda City Council
May 16, 2019",12998,
72,"ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business, Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft adjourned the meeting at 9:48
p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Lara Weisiger
City Clerk
The agenda for this meeting was posted in accordance with the Sunshine Ordinance.
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May 16, 2019",12998,
73,"APPROVED MEETING MINUTES
REGULAR MEETING OF THE
CITY OF ALAMEDA PLANNING BOARD
MONDAY, JULY 27, 2015
1. CONVENE:
7:02 P.M.
2. FLAG SALUTE:
Board member Burton led the flag salute
3. ROLL CALL:
Present: President Henneberry, Vice President Alvarez and
Board Members Burton, Knox White, Köster, and Zuppan
Absent: Tang
4. AGENDA CHANGES AND DISCUSSION: Staff requested that item 9-B be heard
before the regular agenda items.
9-B
Presentation of project under review at 1926 Park Street. No action
required.
David Sablan, Planner I, introduced the project.
Marcel Sengul, property owner, described his vision for the project. He noted he would
want to use residence space for himself.
Bridgett Shank, Timbre Architecture, presented details of the storage container design,
noting the green space on project site would be available for the public and the containers
are a re-use of existing materials.
President Henneberry asked if the tower is an elevator.
Ms. Shank stated it was not an elevator but stairs.
Board member Burton stated he would like seeing retail space and not have the café take
the whole space.
Mr. Sengul stated that the lobby breaks up the space, corner is small area. He believes
an ATM is a good idea for a tenant.
Board member Burton asked the reason for the residence to have their entrance on Park
Street stating that it is a gateway project and doesn't think having an ATM right at the
corner is a great idea and would like to see something more powerful. He feels the project
is not compliant with the North Park Street guidelines in a couple of ways and feels there
must be a strong justification to break these rules with the first gateway project.
Mr. Sengul stated that the project is different than any other and ties to the City's maritime
history.
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Planning Board Meeting",12998,
74,"Ms. Shank mentioned that they are aware of the zero setbacks and retail space on ground
floor.
Board member Zuppan stated that there are many proposals for shipping container
buildings are for temporary uses and asked if this is a permanent use.
Mr. Sengul stated that the project is being built as permanent.
Board member Zuppan asked if heating, cooling, and insulation are possible.
Ms. Shank stated to make it structurally sound it will need to be engineered for a full
foundation to minimize cuts into existing walls, but the project will comply with all building
and safety codes.
Board member's Knox-White, Köster, and Alvarez had no questions.
The Board opened public comment.
Rich Krinks, Harbor Realty, stated he has been in business for 26 years and gets a lot of
calls for small spaces adding the site is difficult to develop. He thinks Marcel has come
up with a great idea for the site.
Ken Carvalho, resident, stated he thinks it is a neat project for the corner, and mentioned
that Webster Street was not looking for another gas station but that was approved for the
gateway. This project would improve the Park Street gateway.
Arthur Mercado reiterated that the project has staff support.
Donna Layburn, President of Downtown Business Association stated that she has been
anticipating the project and is pleased the board likes the project. She mentioned that
the lot size doesn't lend itself to a large architectural approach and feels that the project
creates an attractive statement to the gateway, meets market needs, and aligns with
warehouse and maritime history making a statement about the history of Alameda.
Karen Bey, resident, stated that she is really excited to see a project like this on Park
Street feeling it will attract hipsters like other districts in the Bay Area, for example
Temescel Alley and Hayes Valley.
Tina Blaine, resident lives block away near Rythmix Cultural Center and is excited about
the revitalization the project represents. She stated that the area is difficult to revitalize
due to past industrial uses and it is an opportunity to beautify the space. She believes
this project harkens to Alameda history and will improve an ugly corner. The project be
a wonderful addition as people come over the bridge.
The Board closed public comment.
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75,"President Henneberry stated that no action will be taken tonight on the project and asked
staff when it is coming back to the board.
Allen Tai, Planning Services Manager, stated sometime in September or October.
5. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS: None
6. CONSENT CALENDAR: None
7. REGULAR AGENDA ITEMS:
7-A
Boatworks Tentative Map 8060 Extension Applicant: Phil Banta, Boatworks, LLC.
A proposed extension for a tentative map approved in 2011 to construct 182
residential units, internal roadways and alleys and a waterfront park on a 9.48-acre
property located at 2229 through 2241 Clement Street at the corner of Clement
Street and Oak Street commonly referred to as the ""Boatworks Project"".
Mr. Tai gave a description of the extension and recommended approval.
No questions from the Board.
The Board opened public comment.
Phil Banta, Applicant, stated he was available to answer questions.
No public comment.
The Board closed public comment.
Board member Knox White stated that the City is encouraging the project move along
and it is time for project to actually start instead of getting extension after extension, not
sure why keeps coming back.
Board member Zuppan was encouraged by the formation of a subcommittees and feels
a year is enough time.
Board member Burton stated he is a member of the subcommittee and although no work
has been done yet, he anticipates that if Alameda Point A can be done in 6 months that
this project should be completed in 1 year.
Vice President Alvarez asked if the 2-year extension was requested by the applicant or
staff.
Mr. Tai stated it was requested by applicant.
Vice President Alvarez asked why a 2 year extension instead of 1 year.
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76,"Mr. Banta stated that he understands project has been here before and he believes that
last time they had a bona-fide partner and vision that was not approved by the Board. He
stated that they have every intention to move forward, but are only one of numerous
players, and he can't account for unforeseen delays outside of their purview.
The motion was made to approve a recommendation to the City Council for a one year
extension to Tentative Map 8060 or until July 19, 2016.
Motion passed 6-0
7-B
Proposed Text Amendments to the City of Alameda Zoning Ordinance (AMC
Chapter 30) regarding permit streamlining for residential property improvements
and other miscellaneous administrative, technical, and clarifying amendments.
Public hearing to consider zoning text amendments that would streamline
permitting for residential property improvements and other minor administrative,
technical and clarifying amendments to improve usability of the zoning regulations.
The proposed amendments are categorically exempt from further environmental
review pursuant to CEQA Guidelines Section 15305, Minor Alterations to Land Use
Limitations.
Mr. Tai presented the staff report and described the primary goal of the amendment is to
help homeowners and the staff in the Permit Center by streamlining the process and
simplifying the requirements by codifying existing interpretations and procedural
alignments. The proposals include streamlining for chimney modifications, front yard
fences 3 feet tall and minor improvements approved by Harbor Bay Isle Homeowners
Association. He mentioned that Alameda Architectural Preservation Society (AAPS)
wrote a letter with concerns about the proliferation of front yard fences. He stated that
there are more code enforcement cases on front yard fences then permits for front yard
fences, because of convoluted rules and process.
Staff recommends approval of the text amendments to chapter 30. Additional
amendments will be brought forward during the fall and will be presented to the City
Council as one package of amendments.
Vice President Alvarez asked for clarification regarding parking in front yard setback.
Mr. Tai stated that the driveway can't currently be consider required off-street parking
space part of required off-street if it is in the front setback.
Vice President Alvarez asked if the concern over growing houses and that's why parking
requirement is in.
Mr. Tai stated that the amendment would allow homeowners to use a long driveway to
count toward their off-street parking requirements.
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77,"Board member Köster asked about the chimney regulations and wanted to confirm, if
there is no design review if an engineer says it is a safety issue.
Mr. Tai replied in the affirmative and noted that a staff check will be performed over the
counter.
Board member Köster asked if Harbor Bay Homeowners approves the design review is
the building permit then is issued.
Mr. Tai replied yes, because there is no longer a City noticing process.
Board member Burton asked if the design review process for at Harbor Bay Isle (HBI) will
be used for the newer developments such as Bayport, Alameda Landing, and Marina
Cove and do they have their own design review committee.
Mr. Tai stated that HBI was picked because of its size of over 2,800 homes and the fact
that they already have a robust Design Review and notification process. The HBIA design
guidelines are exactly those adopted by the City of Alameda. He is unsure if the new
developments have similar established design guidelines and procedures.
Board member Burton asked if there was a front yard fence definition for see-through.
Mr. Tai stated no.
Board member Burton asked if barriers located outside of the setback will be allowed up
to maximum building height in the zoning district.
Mr. Tai stated that the section is simply being reworded so that it is clearer.
Board member Knox White asked if the parking requirements are limited to single family
residences.
Mr. Tai stated the specific sections referenced are for the single family homes section.
Board member Knox-White asked if development outside of the required setbacks means
off the property.
Mr. Tai clarified that it meant the buildable areas on the lot inside of the perimeter required
setbacks.
Board member Zuppan asked if the Harbor Bay Isle design review is subject to votes of
their HOA.
Mr. Tai stated yes they have a design review process that is required.
Board member Zuppan stated that HOA process may not be the same as the City's.
Mr. Tai stated that is correct.
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Planning Board Meeting",12998,
78,"The Board opened public comment.
Christina Hansen, Harbor Bay Isle Architectural committee, answered questions about
the process and provided information about the process.
Christopher Buckley, AAPS, questioned the definition of see-through style, 30-5.14. He
stated that AAPS has concerns about the Planning Director approval of fences, and
suggested bringing back minor design review for fences over five feet, and maybe require
design review for taller fences. Possibly include a new section on fences in the design
review manual. He is also concerned with the chimney approval being required only on
study list properties, stating that there are plenty of properties not on the list that are
character defining. He recommends exempting only roof mounted chimneys.
The Board closed public comment.
Board member Knox White had the same concerns as AAPS in regards to the fences.
He feels 5 foot fences block the houses and creates a visual wall. He also cannot support
the removal of Harbor Bay Isle from design review because it hands over an important
governmental function to a non-governmental body and raises the issue of other HOA's
without robust review processes to do the same.
Board member Zuppan is also concerned with removing the City from design review. She
supports streamlining and lowering cost, but still wants tight City controls. She is also
concerned with limiting review of chimney removal, and suggests limiting the exemption
to rooftop or not visible from the street, and still encourage they be seismically safe. She
is concerned about walling in the street with taller fences.
Board member Köster would like to strike the five-foot fence rule and limit it to four feet
and remove Planning Director review, also limit chimney exemption on peak of the roof,
would prefer removal of HOA design review process.
Board member Burton agrees with other Board members in regards to chimney roof,
support changing to rooftop or non-visible chimneys. He feels the City is opening up
Pandora's Box by removing the design review for Harbor Bay Isle because they could
revise their process. He feels that anything over 4' still needs to have Planning Director
review because open front yards are critical to maintain character of neighborhoods. He
is fine with everything else.
Vice President Alvarez agreed with Board members in regards to chimneys, and
maintaining the overview for Harbor Bay Isle.
President Henneberry agrees with fences, chimneys and Harbor Bay Isle. He agrees
high fences in the front yard are unwelcoming.
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July 27, 2015
Planning Board Meeting",12998,
79,"Motion to continue for staff to address front yard fence, chimney, narrow to rooftop
chimney, and no on Harbor Bay Isle.
Mr. Tai stated staff will collect recommendations and bring to Council as one big
amendment.
7-C
Request to Establish an Ad Hoc Planning Board Subcommittee to direct the next
steps on the planning and design effort for the Site A development at Alameda
Point
President Henneberry assigned himself, and Board members Köster, and Burton. Board
Member Zuppan volunteered.
Appointed-Henneberry, Köster and Zuppan.
8
MINUTES: None
9
STAFF COMMUNICATIONS
9-A
Zoning Administrator and Design Review Recent Actions and Decisions
Mr. Thomas reported on recent actions and decisions.
9-B
Presentation of project under review at 1926 Park Street. No action required.
Moved to the beginning of the agenda.
10
WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS: None
11
BOARD COMMUNICATIONS:
President Henneberry recognized Vice President Alvarez's time spent on the Planning
Board.
12
ORAL COMMUNICATIONS None
13
ADJOURNMENT: 9:15 p.m.
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Planning Board Meeting",12998,
80,"Social Service Human Relations Board
Minutes of the Regular Meeting, Thursday, May 25, 2006
1.
ROLL CALL AND CALL TO ORDER: President Bonta called the meeting to order at
7:35 p.m. Present: President Bonta, Vice-President Wasko, Members Hollinger-Jackson Franz,
and Chen. Staff: Beaver
2.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES: The minutes of the April 27, 2006 meeting were approved
as amended. M/S (Franz/Chen) 3/0. The minutes of the March 23, 2006 meeting were approved
as amended. M/S (Franz/Hollinger Jackson) 3/0.
3.A.
RESOLUTION COMMENDING DENNIS HANNA FOR HIS CONTRIBUTIONS TO
THE BOARD: President Bonta requested to carry over the Resolution and invite Hanna to
attend to accept. M/S (Franz/Hollinger Jackson)
3.B. RESOLUTION COMMENDING DORA DOME FOR HER CONTRIBUTION TO THE
BOARD: President Bonta requested to carry over the Resolution and invite Dome to attend to
accept. M/S (Franz/Hollinger Jackson)
3.C. ACCOMPLISHMENTS 2005 AND GOALS 2006: The Board discussed the 2005 report
and made changes as noted. The volunteer hours will be revised pursuant to information to be
provided by workgroup Chairs. M/S (Franz/Bonta) to approve the letter and list of
accomplishments as revised and with proviso that volunteer hours will be reviewed and
amended.
3.D. SPONSORING PRESENTATION ON OVERCOMING STIGMAS ASSOCIATED
WITH MENTAL HEALTH ISSUES: Member Franz explained the idea would be to make this
an evening meeting and invite the community. Some ASC members and community members
are unable to attend the ASC meeting and this format would enable them to participate and
wouldn't require crafting another event. The facilitators provide a self-contained meeting.
There was a suggestion this meeting could possibly be televised. This was approved in concept
and referred back to the AAWG. Member Franz suggested October would be a good month.
Vice-President Wasko asked if/when is Mental Health Awareness month as this would be a good
idea to tie together with awareness month. M/S (Franz/Wasko) for the AAWG to work with
Member Hollinger Jackson on getting the meeting scheduled.
3.E. WORKGROUP STATUS REPORTS:
Alamedans Together Against Hate - Staff person Beaver stated the group met and discussed
direction, but now two of three workgroup members have resigned. Franz stated that a trolley
and band have been reserved for the Mayor's July 4th Parade. The costs for the parade are the
same as last year - approx. $600. Funds raised by the other workgroups can supplement funds
raised from the community. Staff will look into signage options. Vice-President Wasko will
donate a new SSHRB sign to use on one side of the trolley.
Assessment and Awareness Workgroup - All Members are working on the Needs Assessment
and will meet again in June for a final read-through. It was requested the full Board to
participate in this meeting. Meeting is tentatively set for June 12, 6:15 to 9:15 p.m. or June 13,
same time.",12998,
81,"Regular Meeting Minutes, SSHRB, May 25, 2006
Page 2
Family Services Workgroup - Chair Wasko reported the Festival of Families was successful.
Fifty tables were set up, most paid, and a few no-shows. Thank you letters will be sent to Harsch
Development thanking them and remarking on participation, dignitaries, etc. Logistics were a
problem because of all the construction going on at the Centre. Participants thought it was great
for networking and making contacts. Most will probably participate next year. There will be a
workgroup meeting to debrief on the event. Marisa is tallying responses to the parenting
education questionnaire. There were 68 from the event. The questionnaire was also given to the
Family Literacy and Head Start programs so there are more than 100 to tally.
Sister City Work Group - Member Chen reported that the Mayor cancelled her trip to Wuxi,
China. Hopefully the Board can discuss a new date at the Joint Session with the City Council
and Mayor.
4.
BOARD/STAFF COMMUNICATIONS:
President Bonta reminded that there are two spots open on the Board. City Clerk will post an ad
in the local newspaper. The Board asks a lot of its members and time is often a problem.
Member Chen suggested recruiting for a youth member as well.
Staff noted the Alameda County Human Relations Commission Distinguished Citizen Award is
approaching and will e-mail the application form and criteria.
5.
ORAL COMMUNICATIONS: None
6.
ADJOURMENT:
Respectfully submitted,
Carol Beaver, Secretary
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82,"APPROVED
COMMISSION ON DISABILITY ISSUES
MEETING MINUTES OF
July 26, 2010
1.
ROLL CALL
The meeting was called to order at 6:38 P.M.
Present: Chair Krongold, Vice-Chair Tam, Commissioners Fort, Harp, Lord-Hausman, and
Kirola.
Absent: Commissioners Moore and Warren.
2.
MINUTES
The June 28, 2010 minutes were approved with no changes.
3.
ORAL COMMUNICATIONS/NON-AGENDA (PUBLIC COMMENT)
None.
4.
NEW BUSINESS
4-A.
Alameda Multicultural Center (Ms. Zoe Holder)
Ms. Holder asked if the CDI would like to co-sponsor a film for Disability Awareness at
some point during the months of September to June 2011.
Commissioner Lord-Hausman asked if it would be at the Multi-Cultural Center, to which
Ms. Holder replied it would be at the Center, but in a smaller space than the previous film
co-sponsorship. Commissioner Lord-Hausman suggested holding the event in either January
or April 2011.
Commissioner Harp stated schools are observing ""Ed Roberts Day"" in January to which
Commissioner Lord-Hausman agreed that would be a good time.
Ms. Holder stated that film events will happen the second Saturday of the month; she also
suggested the film could be screened at the Main Library.
The CDI agreed to Saturday, January 24th, 2010. Chair Krongold will reserve a room in the
Main Library.
Commissioner Lord-Hausman inquired about the selection of films to which Ms. Holder
replied no selections have been made.
Commissioner Harp suggested including a short film about Ed Roberts.
Ms. Holder thanked the CDI for the support.",12998,
83,"Commission on Disability Issues
July 26, 2010
Page 2 of 3
5.
OLD BUSINESS
5-A.
CDI Vision Planning (Chair Krongold):
Chair Krongold confirmed that Commissioner Moore sent an e-mail confirming October
16th, 2010 as the tree planting event date.
As part of the Accessible Exercise program planned for October, Chair Krongold confirmed
October
9th from 10:00-12:00 PM for a video screening of chair dancing at the Main Library.
The whole purpose of the program is to have accessible exercise opportunities free to the
public. Chair Krongold will meet with Anna Marie from the Mariner Square Athletic Club
Chair Krongold will meet with Leslie McGraw at Harbor Bay Club next week; McGraw had
discussed the Club's interest in a long-term plan for accessible exercise as well. Chair
Krongold will talk with David Walsch at Bladium and will meet with Jackie Krause on
August 5th, 2010. An event at Mastick Center will be limited to persons 50 and older with
disabilities. Chair Krongold will have Amanda Sharpe, a yoga instructor, who is also
certified to teach those with autism. Several of the exercise classes require finding an
accessible location.
Commissioner Lord-Hausman suggested checking with Alameda Recreation & Parks
Department.
Chair Krongold has checked with West Coast Dance Studio and Helene Maxwell at College
of Alameda to get them involved. Chair Krongold will also contact Louise Nakada regarding
Tai Chi classes at Alameda Hospital.
Commissioner Harp suggested checking with Kaiser, to which Chair Krongold agreed that
they may be interested in underwriting the event.
Chair Krongold also asked if anyone was familiar with the Alameda Athletic Club;
Commissioner Lord-Hausman stated they do not have the space.
Chain Krongold requested Commissioner Lord-Hausman check with Roberta Maxwell of the
Miracle League for their potential involvement with the program.
Chair Krongold wants to have a flier prepared for distribution at the September 7th. 2010
Council presentation.
Commissioner Lord-Hausman discussed the banner which Alameda Alliance for Health will
underwrite. Commissioner Lord-Hausman will meet with Alameda Alliance for Health
regarding the permit process.
5-B.
Paratransit Advisory Planning Committee (PAPCO) (Commissioner Lord-Hausman):
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July 26, 2010
Page 3 of 3
Commissioner Lord-Hausman will attend the day-long conference with Chair Krongold.
6.
STAFF COMMUNICATIONS
6-A.
Secretary Akil informed the CDI that in response to the recent article posted in various
papers about the Commission, she has received several phone calls on various ADA and
disability-related items.
7.
ANNOUNCEMENTS
7-A.
Commissioner Lord-Hausman introduced Kathy Moehring and discussed the intersection of
Central and Webster. Ms. Mohering stated that this is where Highway 61 ends and Public
Works is working with CalTrans on this issue. Commissioner Lord-Hausman requested the
CDI write a letter of support.
7-B. Commissioner Lord-Hausman received information from former Commissioner Ms. Toby
Berger.
7-C. Commissioner Lord-Hausman read a ""thank you"" letter from Ann Steiner regarding ADA
attendant assistance at local gas stations and availability of accessible parking at the
Farmer's Market along Webster Street.
7-D.
Commissioner Lord-Hausman stated that at the July 20th Council meeting, a complaint was
made by a citizen regarding the placement of a wheelchair in Council chambers.
7-E.
Commissioner Lord-Hausman provided Secretary Akil with an e-mail regarding a steep
slope on Alameda Avenue and Park Street along the redwood brick walkway. Commissioner
Lord-Hausman will notify Matt Naclerio, Public Works Director of the concern.
7-F. Commissioner Harp distributed fliers regarding ""Universal Design: Homes for All Ages.""
8.
ADJOURNMENT
The meeting adjourned at 7:52 p.m. The next scheduled meeting is Monday, August 23,
2010 at 6:30 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Lucretia Akil
Board Secretary
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85,"MINUTES OF THE SPECIAL CITY COUNCIL MEETING
TUESDAY-- -JULY 20, 2021--4:00 - P.M.
Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft convened the meeting at 4:01 p.m.
Roll Call - Present:
Councilmembers Daysog, Herrera Spencer, Knox White,
Vella and Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft - 5. [Note: Councilmember
Vella arrived at 5:13 p.m. The meeting was held via Zoom.]
Absent:
None.
Consent Calendar
Councilmember Knox White moved approval of the Consent Calendar.
Councilmember Daysog seconded, which carried by the following roll call vote:
Councilmembers Daysog: Aye; Herrera Spencer: Aye; Knox White: Aye; Vella: Absent;
and Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft: Aye. Ayes: 5. [Items so enacted or adopted are indicated by
an asterisk preceding the paragraph number.]
(*21-469) Recommendation to Approve Eric Levitt, City Manager, Lisa Maxwell,
Community Development Director, and Lois Butler, Development Services Division
Manager, as Real Property Negotiators for the Marina Village Inn located at 1151
Pacific Marina, Alameda, CA. Accepted.
Public Comment on Closed Session Items Read Into the Record:
Discussed increased crime near Marina Village; stated people with boats docked in the
area are not happy about the City purchasing the Marina Village Inn: Marilyn Amorino,
Alameda.
The meeting was adjourned to Closed Session to consider:
(21-470) Conference with Legal Counsel - Existing Litigation (Pursuant to Government
Code Section 54956.9); Case Name: Le V. City of Alameda; Court: Superior Court of
California County of Alameda; Case Numbers: RG20082184
(21-471) Conference with Real Property Negotiators (Pursuant to Government Code
Section 54956.8); Property: Marina Village Inn, 1151 Pacific Marina, Alameda, CA; City
Negotiators: Eric Levitt, City Manager, Lisa Maxwell, Community Development Director,
and Lois Butler, Economic Development Division Manager and Community Services
Manager; Negotiating Parties: City of Alameda and Shailendra (Sam) Devdhara, Sole
Member/Manager of Core Hotels, LLC; Under Negotiation: Price and Terms
(21-472) Conference with Real Property Negotiators (Pursuant to Government Code
Section 54956.8); Property: Alameda Theatre, Located at 2317 Central Avenue,
Special Meeting
Alameda City Council
July 20, 2021",12998,
86,"Alameda, CA; City Negotiators: Eric Levitt, City Manager, Lisa Maxwell, Community
Development Director, and Nanette Mocanu, Assistant Community Development
Director; Negotiating Parties: City of Alameda and Alameda Entertainment Associates,
L.P.; Under Negotiation: Price and Terms
(21-473) Public Employee Performance Evaluation (Pursuant to Government Code
Section 54957); Positions Evaluated: City Manager - Eric Levitt
Following the Closed Session, the meeting was reconvened and the City Clerk
announced that regarding the Existing Litigation, the accident which forms the basis of
this litigation took place on May 2, 2020, at approximately 4:37 PM on the 1800 block of
Poggi Street; plaintiff Nikita Le rode his bicycle over a defective drainage grate; the front
bike tire went into the grate slats, causing the bike to pitch plaintiff forward over the
handlebars where plaintiff landed on his face, sustaining significant injuries, especially
to his face and teeth; in order to avoid the expense and uncertainty of litigation, the City
Council authorized the City Attorney to settle this matter in an amount not to exceed
$255,000 by the following roll call vote: Councilmembers Daysog: Aye; Herrera
Spencer: Aye; Knox White: Aye; Vella: Absent; and Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft: Aye; Ayes: 4;
Absent: 1; regarding Alameda Theatre, staff provided information and Council provided
direction by the following roll call vote: Councilmembers Daysog: Aye; Herrera Spencer:
Aye; Knox White: Aye; Vella: Absent; and Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft: Aye; Ayes: 4; Absent:
1; regarding Marina Village Inn, staff provided information and Council provided
direction with no vote taken; regarding Performance Evaluation, Council conducted the
evaluation and conducted a vote by the following roll call vote: Councilmembers
Daysog: No; Herrera Spencer: Absent; Knox White: Aye; Vella: Aye; and Mayor Ezzy
Ashcraft: Aye; Ayes: 3; Noes: 1; Absent: 1.
Adjournment
There being no further business, Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft adjourned the meeting at 7:10
p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Lara Weisiger
City Clerk
The agenda for this meeting was posted in accordance with the Sunshine Ordinance.
Special Meeting
Alameda City Council
July 20, 2021",12998,
87,"MINUTES OF THE SPECIAL CITY COUNCIL MEETING
TUESDAY--JULY 20, 2021-6:58 - P.M.
Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft convened the meeting at 7:25 p.m. Councilmember Daysog led
the Pledge of Allegiance.
ROLL CALL -
Present:
Councilmembers Daysog, Herrera Spencer, Knox
White, Vella, and Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft - 5. [Note:
The meeting was conducted via Zoom]
Absent:
None.
AGENDA ITEM
(21-474) Resolution No. 15796, ""Reappointing Lynn Jones as a Member of the
Historical Advisory Board."" Adopted;
(21-474 A) Resolution No. 15797, ""Reappointing Norman Sanchez as a Member of the
Historical Advisory Board."" Adopted;
(21-474 B) Resolution No. 15798, ""Reappointing Xiomara Cisneros Lynn Jones as a
Member of the Planning Board."" Adopted;
(21-474 C) Resolution No. 15799, ""Reappointing Alan Teague as a Member of the
Planning Board.' Adopted; and
(21-474D) - Resolution No. 15800, ""Appointing Christina McKenna as a Member of the
Public Utilities Board."" Adopted.
Stated the Open Government Commission's (OGC) discussed an equity and diversity
survey to review City Boards and Commissions diversity; urged new candidates be
appointed every four years to ensure maximum representation and inclusivity: Carmen
Reid, Alameda.
Councilmember Knox White moved adoption of the resolutions.
Vice Mayor Vella seconded the motion, which carried by the following roll call vote:
Councilmembers Daysog: Aye; Herrera Spencer: Aye; Knox White: Aye; Vella: Aye; and
Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft: Aye. Ayes: 5.
The City Clerk administered the Oath of Office to Mr. Sanchez, Ms. Cisneros, Mr.
Teague and Ms. McKenna, who each made brief comments.
(21-475) Mayor's Nominations for Appointment to the Housing Authority Board of
Commissioners and Public Art Commission (PAC).
Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft nominated Robert Ferguson, Jennifer Hoffecker and Peter
Platzgummer for appointment to the PAC.
Special Meeting
Alameda City Council
July 20, 2021
1",12998,
88,"$28 million is likely not the correct amount to allocate; the analysis of the sale will drive
the funding amounts; $20 million is too high for the project; dedicating so much of the
ARPA funds toward one project is not going to fly; ; the project's proximity to amenities
makes the Marina Village Inn an asset; Council should not miss the opportunity;
expressed concern about groundwater; stated groundwater is something that cuts
across the City; expressed support for taking advantage of the storm water system.
Vice Mayor Vella expressed support for spending ARPA funding as needed based off
assessments for the Marina Village Inn; stated the project is a good use of funds; equity
is about helping those who need the most; there will be times when significant amounts
of resources will be used in order to have an impact on those who need help; Council
can do something positive with the project; Council has addressed issues related to
budget shortages; further cuts should not be made to services; expressed support for
ensuring the budget is being taken care of; expressed concern about additional budget
cuts; stated that she would like to find a way to maximize the use of ARPA funds for
housing needs; questioned other ways to maximize and assist with housing needs;
stated matters are being discussed at the State level, including UBI; there will be
multiple layers of assistance coming to families and those in need; Council can make
the greatest impact using ARPA funds for housing.
Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft stated Council should think big; ARPA funds have been described
as a once in a lifetime opportunity; outlined the staff report; stated that she agrees with
using ARPA funds to purchase the Marina Village Inn; however, not using $20 million;
different funding sourcs will be incorporated; in addition to federal funding, there will be
money coming in from the State and County which can be used towards operating
costs; outlined a meeting with Alameda Justice Alliance, Transform Alameda and
Alameda Renters Coalition; expressed support for a Alameda Hospital program similar
to the White Bird Clinic, which provides mental health and substance abuse programs
and acts as a respite day center for those needing to get off the street; participants do
not need to be admitted or stay overnight; the City Manager is working with similarly
sized neighboring cities to find funding mechanisms; there is exciting potential for the
City to provide the program and alternative services; the program will help Alameda
Hospital, residents and business centers; there is a pot of money for pilot programs,
such as UBI; funding will be directed towards youth exiting the foster care system;
outlined the foster care exit process; stated UBI can provide assistance; funding can
also be used for pregnant mothers within specific income categories; she supports
investments being made for youths; outlined a Mayor's Conference discussion of a
Stockton's UBI pilot program; stated that she is intrigued by the idea of a community
land trust; the City of Oakland has provided a community land trust along with other
cities; the opportunity arises when distressed or foreclosed property is able to be
purchased by the City and used for affordable housing; she is interested in a community
resiliency hub and would like to receive further information; inquired whether staff has
enough direction from Council.
The City Manager stated sufficient direction has been provided; however, a specific
motion would be helpful.
Regular Meeting
Alameda City Council
July 20, 2021
16",12998,
89,"The Assistant City Manager stated that he has heard from four Councilmembers to
focus on housing and the Marina Village Inn project; staff needs to work on the
schedule and analysis of true costs; public health came up in a number of different
contexts; staff can provide additional options related to public health and the investment
in a mental health clinic or other local support for public health; business assistance did
not come up more than once; it would be great to hear Council direction related to the
General Fund and revenue loss; ARPA funding would come back and become part of a
broader ability to fund different priorities; the funding is flexible in some ways; staff can
continue to refine the process; the deadline to fully program the funds is the end of
2024; the funding can be looked at in future budget cycles.
Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft expressed support for the approach of a broader spending ability;
stated ARPA is wonderful; however, the City is limited to the regulations put forth by the
federal government; if the money goes into the General Fund, the City has much more
flexibility for other projects.
Councilmember Knox White stated that he is supportive of the funding being placed in
the General Fund; he would like to ensure the City has some kind of spending
guidelines; expressed concern about a grab bag approach; the flexibility in spending
should go towards meeting goals; Council is still honing versus selecting projects; the
Assistant City Manager has outlined the matter well; the goals should be: housing,
mental health and public health related programs which cannot be reimbursable under
the program.
Vice Mayor Vella stated Council can outline the revenue loss portion; expressed
concern about impacts to services relative to priorities and revenue loss; businesses are
also included in impacts to loss of services; Council has done a number of things for the
business districts, including outreach and services; Council has provided many grants
with City funds; the City can leverage funds to provide over-arching services that meet a
number of different needs.
Councilmember Herrera Spencer stated that she has not heard additional support for
the Smart City Master Plan and hotspots; inquired whether there are other planned
funding options.
Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft stated that she supports the Smart City Master Plan and hotspots;
requested clarification about the categories.
The Assistant City Manager stated the focus in the staff report focused on four
categories based on input from Council in May; staff attempted to focus where Council
desires to place funding; there is a possibility of adding to the program as it progresses;
the current planning stage of the Smart City Master Plan has funding; however, funding
for build-out has not yet been identified; if other funding sources become available for
housing and Marina Village Inn, staff can reallocate excess funding on a rolling basis;
staff would prefer to have ample time to properly address projects.
Regular Meeting
Alameda City Council
July 20, 2021
17",12998,
90,"Councilmember Herrera Spencer stated there have been multiple proposals and
categories; noted one of the proposals listed wireless hotspots at $50,000; inquired
whether the matter is a stand-alone item.
The Assistant City Manager responded in the affirmative; stated the project is one of the
lower hanging fruit; however, it will be impactful.
Councilmember Herrera Spencer stated the hotspots are important; requested
clarification about $18,700 for the service wireless lending hotspot.
The Assistant City Manager stated the program would be delivered by the Library; the
City would have 30 hotspot devices; a household can be powered by one hotspot
device at no cost; the process is similar to checking out a book; the program will fund
the service.
Councilmember Herrera Spencer requested clarification about the locations of the
wireless hotspots.
The Assistant City Manager stated the projects are part of the Library program; the
broadband system would allow the City to create a network across the City and create a
hard-wired internet system allowing an increase to internet speeds across the
community; wireless hotspots can be adapted to the broadband system; there is a
lending program through the Library, both hardwired and wireless infrastructure comes
with the overall broadband program; all items are tied to the Smart City project whether
through a lending system or physical improvements and infrastructure; the project is
part of a broader effort to improve connectivity across the community.
Councilmember Herrera Spencer inquired whether the broadband item is listed under
the $6 million Master Plan.
The Assistant City Manager responded in the affirmative; stated the broadband Smart
City program includes a fiber network across the City and WiFi within the business
districts; the system will be both in and above ground to improve connectivity across the
community.
Councilmember Herrera Spencer inquired whether the $50,000 and the $18,700 could
be used without the broadband Smart City program, to which the Assistant City
Manager responded in the affirmative.
Councilmember Herrera Spencer expressed support for consideration of the $68,700 to
help people with internet access; stated that her preference is for the $6 million Smart
City Master Plan.
Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft expressed support for Councilmember Herrera Spencer's
recommendation; noted there are two tranches in order to help prioritize immediate
Regular Meeting
Alameda City Council
July 20, 2021
18",12998,
91,"needs.
(21-504) Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft stated a motion is needed to consider remaining items;
suggested hearing the Police Policies [paragraph no. 21-505], Public Art Ordinance
[paragraph no. 21-508 and Sunshine Ordinance Amendments [paragraph no. 21-509
with ending by 12:00 a.m.
Councilmember Knox White moved approval of the Mayor's suggestion.
Vice Mayor Vella seconded the motion, carried by the following roll call vote:
Councilmembers Daysog: Aye; Herrera Spencer: No; Knox White: Aye; Vella: Aye; and
Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft: Aye. Ayes: 4. Noes: 1.
The City Manager recommended staff bring back a program which contains a
combination of Options 1 and 2; stated Council's focus is on housing; Option 1 has a
focus on matters such as broadband and infrastructure; the revenue loss can be used
towards the housing portion; staff can narrow the broadband portion to include some of
the elements discussed by Council.
Councilmember Knox White stated that he is supportive of the wireless hotspots;
expressed concern about the broadband project being placed ahead of the Smart City
Master Plan; stated that he would like to know more about the project as opposed to
putting in broadband with the hopes of connecting street traffic lights; the broadband
option is not what he has in mind for a big and impactful project.
Councilmember Herrera Spencer inquired whether it is possible to obtain more
information from staff related to the percentage of the population that does not have
internet access; stated that she feels the matter is important and the need is great.
Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft stated that she would prefer Council pursue the matter in the
manner recommended by the City Manager; she is mindful of Councilmember Knox
White's concerns about getting too far from the Smart City Master Plan; there are other
ways to fund the project, including a possible upcoming infrastructure bill.
Councilmember Knox White stated that he has been part of weekly meetings over the
summer with AUSD; the numbers are not huge; the matter is not going to be solved by
infrastructure-specific projects; there are needs for one household connections from
people as opposed to giant backbones of infrastructure; the matter has not moved
forward due to AUSD handing out hotspots to families in need; the hotspot proposal
builds on the AUSD program; as the City moves through the Smart City Master Plan,
the City can plug in what is learned.
Councilmember Herrera Spencer stated seniors are also in need; noted many are not
participating in the virtual meetings; questioned whether Mastick Senior Center can help
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92,"Council figure out how to help seniors connect with the community.
Councilmember Knox White moved approval of supporting the City Manager's
recommendation to have staff return with a combination of Options 1 and 2 containing a
housing focus, some revenue loss for flexibility and wireless hotspots with the potential
for broadband support as discussed.
Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft inquired whether the public and mental health are folded in, to
which Councilmember Knox White responded in the affirmative.
Councilmember Daysog seconded the motion, which carried by the following roll call
vote: Councilmembers Daysog: Aye; Herrera Spencer: Aye; Knox White: Aye; Vella:
Aye; and Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft: Aye. Ayes: 5.
(21-505) Recommendation to Authorize the Chief of Police to Update the Existing
Alameda Police Department Policy Manual to be Current with Existing Best Practices
and Statutory Requirements.
The Police Chief gave a presentation.
(21-506) Councilmember Herrera Spencer moved approval of giving the Police Chief an
additional three minutes.
Councilmember Daysog seconded the motion, carried by the following roll call vote:
Councilmembers Daysog: Aye; Herrera Spencer: Aye; Knox White: Aye; Vella: Aye; and
Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft: Aye. Ayes: 5.
The Police Chief completed the presentation.
Councilmember Herrera Spencer moved approval of accepting the Police Chief's
recommendation to update the policies.
Councilmember Knox White seconded the motion.
Under discussion, Councilmember Knox White stated the changes all make sense; the
matter can return to Council on the Consent Calendar in the future.
Councilmember Herrera Spencer stated that she can add the comments made by
Councilmember Knox White as a friendly amendment to her motion.
Councilmember Knox White stated that he is happy to let staff decide when matters can
be placed on the Consent Calendar.
Councilmember Herrera Spencer expressed support for the matter returning on the
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93,"Consent Calendar.
Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft outlined Alameda Police Department having a table at the
Alameda Job Fair; noted that she was pleased to hear both the City Manager and
Police Chief were present.
Councilmember Herrera Spencer outlined a ""Coffee with a Cop"" event at Starbucks
Coffee.
On the call for the question, the motion carried by the following roll call vote:
Councilmembers Daysog: Aye; Herrera Spencer: Aye; Knox White: Aye; Vella: Aye; and
Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft: Aye. Ayes: 5.
(21-507) Introduction of Ordinance Authorizing the City Manager to Execute a Second
Amendment to the Lease with Dreyfuss Capital Partners, a California Limited Liability
Company to Extend the Term for Five Years for Building 29, Located at 1701 Monarch
Street, at Alameda Point. Not heard.
(21-508) Introduction of Ordinance Amending the Alameda Municipal Code by Amending
Chapter 30 (Zoning Ordinance) to Modify Public Art Requirements, as Recommended
by the Planning Board. Introduced.
The Development Manager gave a Power Point presentation.
In response to Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft's inquiry, the Development Manager stated
deaccession is the removal of public art from the City's public art collection.
Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft inquired whether the City has performed deaccession.
The Development Manager responded in the negative; stated deaccession is generally
performed in a variety of ways; the process is lengthy and governed by State and
federal law.
Councilmember Knox White stated that he is prepared to support staff's
recommendation; he supports being able to move forward without Council approval
under the City Manager's approved spending limit; however, he would like to propose
requiring Council notification in the event a Call for Review is needed; Council receives
calls related to negative community impacts; it is a bad look for Council to respond to
calls by indicating unawareness; Calls for Review add balance.
The City Attorney stated the proposed recommendation from Councilmember Knox
White can be implemented in two ways: 1) Council direction to staff or 2) amending the
ordinance; inquired whether Councilmember Knox White has a preference on how to
proceed.
Councilmember Knox White responded that he would like to move forward with a first
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94,"reading of the ordinance, including the minor adjustment; stated including the direction
is clearer than hoping the direction is remembered.
Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft inquired whether the proposed change will still constitute a first
reading.
The City Attorney responded in the affirmative; stated the language should be captured
properly; recommended modified language be included under Subsection f. of 30-98.10;
the section discusses City Manager expenditures; staff can add language to reflect the
Council be notified of any City Manager expenditure approvals.
Councilmember Knox White inquired whether the expenditure is made as soon as it is
approved by the City Manager; noted that his interest is future Councilmembers have
the ability to Call for Review any potentially offensive installations prior to expenditure
and installation; inquired whether there is a section prior to City Manager approval
where the language can be placed or whether a waiting period of five to 10 days post-
approval can be added.
The City Manager responded that he has included a similar structure for matters other
than public art; stated that he can inform Council 10 days prior to approving the
purchase; the notice will state the City Manager intends to approve a purchase; if
Council wishes to appeal the approval, an appeal can be provided within the 10 day
time period; if an appeal be received within the ten day period, the expenditure will not
be approved and the matter will be brought to Council.
Councilmember Knox White expressed support for the City Manager recommendation.
The Economic Development Manager inquired whether Council would like to be
informed of any minor changes or expenditures.
Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft requested clarification about Councilmember Knox White's
proposal; inquired whether the goal is to have Council be informed of art installations
and be apprised of any concerns raised by neighbors.
Councilmember Knox White responded the matter might become too complicated to
compile a list of things to review; stated Council should be alerted of approved artwork;
the proposal is rooted in the artwork; he does not need to see minor changes.
The City Manager stated that he understands the concern in relation to the impact of the
artwork itself.
Councilmember Knox White expressed support for language to limit change orders.
Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft questioned the Council process if a member of the community
indicates displeasure with an art approval.
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95,"Councilmember Knox White stated the art will not be installed; the proposed process
occurs prior to payment; outlined the process for Public Art Commission (PAC) and
Council approvals; stated Council would not see the proposals that fall within the City
Manager authorization threshold; he is proposing Council be allowed to see the artwork
and have a review period; expressed support for a Call for Review process; stated the
process will likely not be used often; however, it might be helpful if installation of a
problematic piece is proposed.
Councilmember Daysog expressed concern about the proposal appearing to be a new
process; stated that he is not opposed to the proposal, but the matter causes concern;
inquired whether Council can gain a sense of the amount of projects that cost under
$75,000.
The Development Manager responded the public art fund has expended one $100,000
grant and the remainder fell below the $75,000 threshold; the remainder includes two to
three public art grants and roughly 16 smaller grants.
Councilmember Daysog noted many of the funding approvals fall below the approval
threshold; stated that he dislikes giving up Council prerogative.
Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft question whether or not public art funds are always spent on a
physical art installation; noted performance art can be funded; questioned whether non-
physical art approvals will be presented to Council.
Councilmember Knox White expressed support for the proposal to include expenditures
for newly approved pieces of art; stated that he does not want to review nominal funding
increase requests; all art projects, including non-physical art pieces, would be included;
he does not expect the process to be used often; the proposal allows Council an
opportunity to raise a hand and indicate a potential problem; the form of the art does not
change the proposed review.
Councilmember Daysog inquired whether any harm has occurred in the process;
questioned the source for the proposal.
The Economic Development Manager responded staff has returned to Council for
change orders and small grant projects; stated certain project funding cannot progress
without Council approval; outlined a $1,500 change order causing delay; stated Council
review can take roughly six weeks; changes orders and small grants tend to cause the
most delays.
Councilmember Daysog stated the need for change orders is understood; new art
should remain a Council prerogative.
The City Manager recommended Council change the ordinance to include City Manager
approval of purchased under $75,000 or 10% for change orders; original art and small
grants must be considered by Council.
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96,"Councilmember Herrera Spencer expressed concern about Council not having an ability
to review proposed projects; noted the recommendation provided by the City Manager
addresses the concerns.
Councilmember Daysog stated staff may return in one or two years if issues with
change orders and small grants persists; expressed support for the recommendation
provided by the City Manager.
Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft stated that she would not bring change orders to Council; the City
has a competent PAC; she has faith in staff; expressed concern about being in the
weeds and causing project delays; stated art can be subjective; questioned the
standards to be held and applied by Council; expressed support for staff's
recommendation; stated the City Manager's proposed recommendation is reasonable.
Vice Mayor Vella expressed support for the City Manager's recommended modification;
expressed concern about the number of matters run by Council; stated there are many
items for Council to deal with; she understands the concern posed by Councilmember
Knox White related to outlier scenarios; the proposed change relates to an issue that
has not necessarily arisen and that would be a rarity; expressed concern about the
process being misused.
Councilmember Knox White stated everything currently comes to Council; noted staff
has proposed to have nothing come to Council.
Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft stated that she is comfortable with the staff recommendation.
The Economic Development Manager stated all public art matters can be appealed
through the City Council; a 10 day period after approval can occur for appeals sent to
City Council.
Councilmember Daysog stated that he feels like Santa Claus when art projects are
approved; he is helping bequeath an item which will be an artistic benefit; expressed
concern about giving up Council approval; expressed concern for appeal processes.
The City Attorney stated the proposed language to include in the ordinance will read:
""The Alameda City Council shall authorize expenditures from the Alameda public art
fund consistent with the purpose of this article, except that the City Manager shall be
authorized to approve change orders within the City Manager spending authority. All
requisitions and purchases shall be authorized consistent with approval authorizations
in the City of Alameda purchasing policy. The City Manager shall notify the Council of
any expenditure approved by the City Manager on any change order. Any two
Councilmembers may call the City Manager's decision for review within 10 days of the
City Manager's notification. If no Call for Review is timely perfected, the City Manager's
decision shall become final and effective.'
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97,"Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft expressed support for the language.
Councilmember Daysog stated the proposed language includes change orders; inquired
whether Council still has authority over everything else, to which the City Attorney
responded in the affirmative.
Councilmember Daysog moved introduction of the ordinance with the amended
language.
Councilmember Herrera Spencer seconded the motion.
Under discussion, Vice Mayor Vella stated that she understood the proposal was to
include a Call for Review; inquired whether the Call for Review is for one provision.
The City Manager responded his recommended change remains consistent with the
terms provided by the City Attorney.
Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft inquired whether the ordinance is being amended to add the
proposed language.
The City Attorney responded in the affirmative; stated the language will be added in
Subsection f. of Section 30-98.10.
Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft requested clarification that the motion is to remove change orders
from Council approval.
The City Attorney stated the motion changes the original paragraph completely; noted
the language shall read: ""The Alameda City Council shall authorize expenditures from
the Alameda public art fund consistent with the purpose of this article, except that the
City Manager shall be authorized to approve change orders within the City Manager
spending authority. All requisitions and purchases shall be authorized consistent with
approval authorizations in the City of Alameda purchasing policy. The City Manager
shall notify the Council of any expenditure approved by the City Manager on any
change order. Any two Councilmembers may call the City Manager's decision for review
within 10 days of the City Manager's notification. If no Call for Review is timely
perfected, the City Manager's decision shall become final and effective.""
Councilmember Knox White stated that he is unsure whether to support the proposed
language; the proposed language is the opposite of what he would like; expressed
support for Council being notified of art projects, but not change orders; inquired
whether the City Attorney can provide alternate language; stated the notification from
the City Manager is for any art approvals under the City Manager's spending authority;
change orders are not to be included in the language; noted change orders do not need
to come to Council.
The City Attorney stated the language does not allow the City Manager to approve any
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98,"shall authorize expenditures from the public art fund consistent with the purpose of this
article, except that the City Manager shall be authorized to approve expenditures within
the City Manager spending authority. All requisitions and purchases shall be authorized
consistent with approval authorizations in the City of Alameda purchasing policy. The
City Manager shall notify the Council of any expenditure approved by the City Manager,
for any new artwork or project. Any two Councilmembers may call the City Manager's
decision for review within ten days of the City Manager's notification. If no Call for
Review is timely perfected, the City Manager's decision shall become final and
effective.'
In response to Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft's inquiry, the City Attorney stated the timing is 10
days after the City Manager's notification.
Councilmember Knox White made a substitute motion approving introduction of the
ordinance with the proposed amended language.
Vice Mayor Vella seconded the substitute motion.
Councilmember Daysog stated that he dislikes giving up Council prerogative in
approving public art.
On the call for the question, the motion carried by the following roll call vote:
Councilmembers Daysog: No; Herrera Spencer: Aye; Knox White: Aye; Vella: Aye; and
Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft: Aye. Ayes: 4. Noes: 1.
(21-509) Introduction of Ordinance Amending the Alameda Municipal Code, Including
Article VIII (Sunshine Ordinance) of Chapter Il (Administration) to Clarify Enforcement
Provisions and Provide for Other Updates and Enhancements to the Sunshine
Ordinance.
Councilmember Knox White moved approval of continuing the matter to September 7,
2021 at 6:59 p.m.
Vice Mayor Vella seconded the motion, which carried by the following roll call vote:
Councilmembers Daysog: Aye; Herrera Spencer: Aye; Knox White: Aye; Vella: Aye; and
Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft: Aye. Ayes: 5.
CITY MANAGER COMMUNICATIONS
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99,"Not heard.
ORAL COMMUNICATIONS, NON-AGENDA
Not heard.
COUNCIL REFERRALS
(21-510) Consider Adoption of Resolution Supporting the Goal of Reaching 100% Zero
Emission Vehicle Sales in California by 2030. (Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft) Not heard.
(21-511) Considering Having an Introduction and Update from the New Police Chief
regarding Strategies to Address Crimes. (Councilmember Herrera Spencer) Not heard.
(21-512) Considering Directing Staff to Provide an Update on License Plate Readers.
(Councilmember Herrera Spencer) Not heard.
(21-513) Consider Directing Staff to Publicly Share Information on Parking Recreational
Vehicles. (Councilmember Herrera Spencer) Not heard.
(21-514) Consider Directing Staff to Address Representation for Below Market Rate
Homeowners on Homeowner Association (HOA) Boards and with Property
Management. (Councilmember Herrera Spencer) Not heard.
COUNCIL COMMUNICATIONS
Not heard.
ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business, Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft adjourned the meeting at 11:57
p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Lara Weisiger
City Clerk
The agenda for this meeting was posted in accordance with the Sunshine Ordinance.
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100,"(21-476) Designation of Voting Delegates and Alternates for the League of California
Cities Annual Conference.
Councilmember Knox White moved approval of selecting Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft as the
delegate and Vice Mayor Vella as the alternate.
Councilmember Daysog seconded the motion, which carried by the following roll call
vote: Councilmembers Daysog: Aye; Herrera Spencer: Aye; Knox White: Aye; Vella:
Aye; and Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft: Aye. Ayes: 5.
(21-477) Councilmember Daysog announced the names of eight Troop 73 Eagle
Scouts: Henry Banchieri, Brendan Cook, Johanthan Hildreth, Andrew and Eric Jarecki,
Zachary Quayle, Tibor Thompson, and Vander von Stroheim.
(21-478) Councilmember Herrera Spencer announced the upcoming Relay for Life at
Leydecker Park; stated there is an Airport Noise forum cellular phone application to
report loud noise from airplanes: flyquietoak.com; discussed a community piano outside
Nob Hill.
ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business, Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft adjourned the meeting at 7:47
p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Lara Weisiger
City Clerk
The agenda for this meeting was posted in accordance with the Sunshine Ordinance.
Special Meeting
Alameda City Council
July 20, 2021
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101,"MINUTES OF THE CONTINUED JULY 6, 2021 CITY COUNCIL MEETING
TUESDAY- -JULY 20, 2021-6:59 - P.M.
Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft convened the meeting at 7:48 p.m.
ROLL CALL -
Present:
Councilmembers Daysog, Herrera Spencer, Knox
White, Vella, and Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft - 5. [Note:
The meeting was conducted via Zoom]
Absent:
None.
CONTINUED CONSENT CALENDAR ITEM
(21-479) Resolution No. 15801, ""Amending Resolution Nos. 15728 and 15739 Amending
the 2021 Regular City Council Meeting Dates."" Adopted.
The City Clerk gave a brief presentation.
Councilmember Herrera Spencer stated that she was not on Council when the meeting
dates changed; noted correspondence has been received on the matter; stated that she
is not available for the proposed September 22nd meeting date; proposed keeping the
September 1st meeting date and reverting to the September 21st date; stated the
proposal appears to accommodate different requests.
Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft expressed concern about changing the meeting dates due to
religious holidays.
Councilmember Knox White expressed support for the September 1st and 22nd meeting
dates; stated the League of California Cities has programming the evening of
September 22nd until 7:00 p.m.; noted the Regular City Council meeting starts at 7:00
p.m.; Council can make a good faith determination that a large portion of the City has
conflicts due to meaningful cultural events; residents have requested Council honor the
conflicts; he does not support moving the meeting dates back; September 21st is the
first night of Sukkot and September 7th is the first night of Rosh Hashanah; expressed
support for September 1st and September 22nd and for moving away from September
15th, which is the most problematic date proposed.
Councilmember Herrera Spencer expressed support for Councilmember Knox White's
proposed dates.
Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft stated there are many ways to participate in a Council meeting;
there are also ways to have comments incorporated into the record; members of the
public do not vote on matters; many events are held in the evening; noted the current
meeting is being held on Eid Al Adha, which is a Muslim holy day; expressed support for
consideration of cultural observations; stated that she would prefer concerns about
conflict be considered by the Social Services Human Relations Board (SSHRB).
Continued July 6, 2021 Meeting
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July 20, 2021
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