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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes 1973-09-04m 5'3 REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SOUTH SAN FRANCISCO HELD MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 4, 1973 TINE:.. 8:00 p.m. PLACE: Council Chambers, City Hall. CALL TO ORDER: Mayor Steinkamp called the meeting to order at 8:09 p.m. PLEDGE OF ALLE- GIANCE TO FLAG & INVOCATION: The Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag was rectted and in the absence of Reverend Stanley Simpson of Aldersgate United Methodist Church, no Invocation was given. ROLL CALL: Present: Absent: Councilmen William A. Borba, F. Frank Ma~mini Terry J, Mirri and Warren Stelnkamp Councilman Patrick E. Ahem MINUTES:. Mayor Steinkamp asked if there was a motion approving the Minutes of the adjourned regular meeting of.August 16, 1973; regular meeting of August 20, 1973; and special meeting of August 23, 1973. Councilman Borba moved, seconded by Councilman Mammini and regularly carried, that the Minutes of the adjourned regular meeting of August 16, 1973; regular meeting of August 20, 1973; and special meeting of August 23, 1973, be approved as submitted. REGULAR BILLS: Mayor Steinkamp asked if there was a motion aporoving the regular bills of September 4, 1973. Councilman Mammini moved, seconded by Councilman Borba and regularly carried, that the regular bills of September 4, 1973 be approved for payment. INTERIM IMPROVE- City Attorney Noonan at this time requested that Council take up first MENTS LINDEN AVE, the matter of interim work on the Linden Avenue bridge, stating that BRIDGE: Mr. Fred Hull of VTN was present to explain the plans and specifications .~ after which Council could introduce a resolution in this regard if "-, C~ t -] they so des i red, Mr. Hull in detail explained the plans and specifications followed by discussion between City Council and Mr. Hull. RESO. NO. 6164 APPROVING PLANS & SPECS, AUTHO- RIZING WORK & CALL FOR BIDS LINDEN AVE. BRIDGE & APPROACHES~ RESO. NO. 6165 AUTHORIZING RE- IMBRUSEMENT ANTOINETTE LANE ST. OPENING PROJECT: Upon the conclusion of discussion, Councilman Borba introduced a resolution entitled: "A RESOLUTION APPROVING PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS, AUTHORIZING THE WORK AND CALLING BIDS FOR COLMA CREEK INTERIM IMPROVE- MENTS, SAN NATEO AVENUE TO SPRUCE AVENUE AND THE LINDEN AVENUE BRIDGE AND APPROACHES." Roll call vote was as follows: Ayes, Councilmen William A. Borba, Terry J. Mirri, F. Frank Mammini and Warren STeinkamp. Noes, none, Absent, Councilman Patrick E. Ahem. After an explanation by City Attorney, Councilman Mammini introduced the next resolution entitled: "A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING REIMBURSEMENT OF COSTS ADVANCED AND PAYMENT OF ADDITIONAL ACTUAL COSTS ANTOINETTE LANE STREET OPENING PROJECT ASSESSMENT DISTRICT," Roll call vote was as follows: Ayes, Councilmen William A. Borba, F. Frank Mammini, Terry J. Mirri and Warren Steinkamp. Noes, none. Absent, Councilman Patrick E. Ahern. RESO. NO. 6166 City Attorney Noonan explained the next resolution after which brle~ APPROVING PLANS & discussion followed during which time Acting City Manager Edward Alario SPECS, AUTHORI- and Acting Director of Public Services Hugo Stoppoloni explained the wot ZING WORK - which was to be done and reason for it. WESTBOROUGH 4A SLIOE CORRECTION: RESO. NO.~ 6166: (CONTINUED) RESO. NO. 6167 AUIHORIZING EXE- CUTION OF AGMT. CHAMBER OF COMMERCE: RESO. NO. 6168 APPROVING AN ADDITION TO CLASSIFICATION PLAN - CITY ENGINEER: RESO. NO. 6169 APPROVING AN ADDITION TO CLASSIFICATION PLAN - PRINTER I: RESO. NO. 6170 AUTt~OR !~ I NG ISSUANCE OF CITY NEWSLETTER: RESOS RE SALARY SCHEDULES 1973-74: Councilman Mammini introduced the resolution entitled: "A RESOLUTION APPROVING PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS, AUTHORIZING THE WORK AND CALL FOR BIDS - WESTBOROUGH UNIT 4-A SLIDE CORRECTION." Roll call vote was as follows: Ayes, Councilmen William E. Borba, F. Frank Mammini, Terry J. Mirri and Warren Steinkamp. Noes, none. Absent, Councilman Patrick E. Ahem. The next resolution was explained by City Attorney Noonan after which a brief discussion followed during which time Acting City Manager Alario explained to Councilman Mammlni the a~unt to be paid to the Chamber of Commerce. Councilman Mammini introduced the resolution entitled: "A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZI:NG EXECUTION OF AN AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY AND THE SOUTH SAN FRANCISCO CHAMBER OF COMMERCE FOR ADVERTISING SERVICES - JULY I, 1973 AND JUNE 30, 1974." Roll call vote was as follows: Ayes, Councilmen William A. Borba, F. Frank Mammlni, Terry ,I, Mirri and Warren Stelnkamp. Noes, none. Absent, Councilman Patrick E. Ahern. Councilman Borba introduced the next resolution entitled: "A RESO- LUTION APPROVING AN ADDITION TO THE CLASSIFICATION PLAN - CITY ENGINEER" after an explanation by City Attorney Noonan. Roll call vote was as follows: Ayes, Councilmen William A, Borba, F. Frank Mammini, Terry J. Mirri and Warren Steinkamp. Noes, none. Absent, Councilman Patrick E. Ahern. City Attorney Noonan explained the next resolution concerning an addition to the classification plan regarding Printer I. Discussion followed during which time Councilman Mammini suggested that since the City now has its own print shop, a newsletter could be sent to all the residents of the City three times a year. He first requested that this be incorporated in the resolution but later stated he would introduce a seperate resolution to this effect. Councilman Mammini introduced the resolution entitled: "A RESOLUTION APPROVING AN ADDITION TO THE CLASSIFICATION PLAN - PRINTER I." Roll call vote wa8 as follows: Ayes, Councilmen William A. Borba, F. Frank Mammini, Terry J. Mirri and Warren STeinkamp. Noes, none. Absent, Councilman Patrick E. Ahern. Councilman Mammlni then Introduced the companion resolution entitled: "A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING ISSUANCE OF A CITY NEWSLETTER." Roll call vote was as follows: Ayes,~councilmen William A. Borba, F. Frank Mammini, Terry J. Mirri and Warren Stelnkamp. Noes, none. Absent, Councilman Patrick E. Ahern. City Attorney Noonan requested that the following resolutions: (a) A RESOLUTION APPROVING MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING WITH SOUTH SAN FRANCISCO CITY EMPLOYEES - UNIT NO. I WAGE COMMITTEE, 1973-74 (b) A RESOLUTION APPROVING MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING WITH SOUTH SAN FRANCISCO CITY EMPLOYEES/JOINT COUNCIL/MARINE ENGINEERS BENEFICIAL ASSOCIATION/AMERICAN FEDERATION OF STATE, COUNTY AND MUNICIPAL EMPLOYEES, LOCAL 1569, AFL-CIO, FOR UNIT 3, UNIT 4 AND SWIMMING POOL EMPLOYEES (UNIT DESIGNATION PENDING) (c) A RESOLUTION APPROVING MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING WITH INTERNATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF FIRE FIGHTERS OF AMERICA, LOCAL 1507, AFL-CIO, FOR UNIT 6 -2- 914173 RESOS RE SALARY SCHEDULES 73-74: (CONTINUED) ORDINANCE AMENDING CON- TRACT - PERS: Ist Reading/ Introduction ORDINANCE AMENDING PER- SONNEL ORD. NO. 449: CLAIM AS FILED BYiFRANK GRECO: CLAIM AS FILED BY MARY ASARO: REQUEST FOR RELEASE OF BONDS - STO~E- GATE RIDGE I: (d) A RESOLUTION APPROVING MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING WITH THE SOUTH SAN FRANCISCO I::~)LICE ASSOCIATION FOR UNITS 5 AND 7 be deferred '.ntl'l all negotiations had been completed. Mr. Chris Burdick,~ttorney at Law representing the Police Association, briefly spoke on their behalf at which time Mayor Steinkamp stated that these discussions should take place with the City Manager. Mayor Steinkamp ordered the title of the ordinance read. The title of the ordinance was read. City Attorney Noonan then explained the ordinance and advised the Council regarding procedure for introduction. Councilman Mammini moved ,hat reading of ,he ordinance in i,s entire,y be waived and tha, ,he ordinance be introduced and read for the first time by reading title only, seconded by Councilman Borba and passed by a unanimous vote. Councilman Mammini moved that the ordinance entitled: "AN ORDINANCE OF ME CI~ COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SOUTH SAN FRANCISCO AUTHORIZING AN AMENDMENT TO THE CONTRACT BETWEEN THE CITY COUNCIL AND THE BOARD OF ADMINISTRATION OF THE CALIFORNIA PUBLIC EMPLOYEES' RETIREMENT SYSTEM," the entire reading of which has been duly waived, be introduced,,,seconded by Councilman Borba and passed by the following roll call vote, Roll call vote was as follows: Ayes, Councilmen William A. Borba, F. Frank Mammini, Terry J. Mirri and Warren Steinkamp. Noes, none. Absent, Councilman Patrick E. Ahern. The next ordinance was entitled: "AN;~ORDINANCE AMENDING PERSONNEL ORDINANCE NO. 449, AS AMENDED ADDING SUB-SECTION C TO I1." City Attorney Noonan stated that since this ordinance was related to negotiations still taking place, the ordinance should be continued. There being no objections, Mayor Steinkamp so ordered. The next matter was the claim as filed against the City by Frank John Greco for alleged personal injuries sustained at Avalon Elementary School on February 17, 1973. Councilman Mammini moved, secended by Councilman Borba and regularly carried, that the claim be rejected since the claim was not filed Wl,hin the ti~ required by Government Code, and, in addition, the claim appears to be a matter which may fall within the scope of the State Compensation insurance. The next claim for Council's attention was filed by Mary A. Asaro for alleged injuries sustained as a result of a fa~l on July 13, 1973. Councilman Borba moved, seconded by Councilman Mammini and regularly carried, that the claim be rejected and referred to the City's insurance carrier and to the office of the City Attorney; and Notice be given to claimant in accordance with Government Code Sections 913, 915.4 and other re~ted sections of the Government Code. The next matter was the recon~endation of Staff concerning the request for release of bonds in Stonegate Ridge Unit No. I. City Attorney Noonan stated t~at approval of the Common Greens was made on August 6, 1973 and that the bonds could have been released at that time and recommended authorization for the release of the bonds. Councilman Borba moved, seconded by Councilman Mirri and regularly carried, that the bonds be released. -3- 9/4/73 REQUEST TO PRE- The next item was the Inter-Office Memorandum dated August 24, 1973 PARE PLANS & from Administrative Staff requesting authorization to prepare plans SPECS SO. AIRPORT and specifications for installation of pumps and miscellaneous equip- BLVD. PUMPS & ment- South Airport Boulevard Overpass. MISC. EQUIP.: Brief discussion followed at which time Acting City Manager Alario ~ C, ii~ 0 and Acting Director of Public Services Hugo Stoppoloni explained the need for this installation. Councilman Mammini moved, seconded by Councilman Mirri and regularly carried, that the preparation of plans and specifications be authorized. REQUEST OF LEAGUE The next item was the communication dated August 24, 1973 from the OF CALIF. CITIES League of California Cities requesting designation of voting repre- FOR VOTING REPRE- sentative and alternate voting representative. SENTATIVES: Brief discussion followed at which time Acting City Manager Alario stated that either the Mayor or Mayor Pro Tem should be appointed. Councilman Mamminl moved, seconded by Councilman Borba and regularly carried, that Mayor Steinkamp be designated as the voting representative for the. City. EXERCISE OF OPTION ON PRINT SHOP EQUIPI~IENT: The next matter was the authorization to exercise the option to purchase the print shop equipment. Brief explanation was made by Acting City Manager Alario after which Councilman Mammini moved, seconded by Councilman Borba and regularly carried, that the City exercise the option. ITEMS FROM COUNC I L: There being nothing further from Staff, Mayor Steinkamp asked if anyone on Council had anything they wished to offer. CO~ENTS RE COMPLAINTS FROM PARKED CARS: Councilman Mirri brought to Council's attention complaints he had received from residents concerning the parking of abandoned automobiles on City streets, suggesting that the City follow a similar policy in this regard which some neighboring Cities follow. There being no objections, Mayor Steinkamp referred this to Staff for report. SUGGESTION FOR SHELTER FOR SENIlOR CITIZENS' RECREATION AREA: Councilman Mammini brought to Council's attention the number of senior citizens who gather daily in the City Park next to the Police Station to meet and enjoy themselves, suggesting that some form of shelter be provided for their use. There being no objections, Mayor Steinkamp referred this to Staff to contact the senior citizens in this regard. SUGGESTION FOR OPERATIVE BELL TO BE INSTALLED IN DOME OF CITY ..5'-i RECESS: Councilman Mirri remarked that at a previous meeting, a resident had suggested the purchase of a Liberty Bell to be installed in the City Hall. He stated that this would not be an operative bell and suggested that the City explore the installation of a functional bell to be installed in the dome of City Hall and rung at certain times of the day. Mayor Steinkamp declared a recess to an Executive Personnel Session at 9:14 p.m. RECALL TO ORDER: The meeting was recalled to order by Mayor STelnkamp at 9:35 p.m., with all Council present; Councilman Ahem was absent. EXPLANATION OF EXECU"[ I. YE PER- SONNEL SESS ION: Mayor St®lnkamp stated that during the Executive Personnel Session, Council discussed the wage negotiations and, in answer to Mr. Burdick who represented the Police Association, he stated the City had made a reasonable proposal; if the Association was not in accord, the only recourse was mediation. -4- 9/4/73 D I SCUSS I ON RE POLICE & CITY NED I ATOR: GOOD AND WELFARE :. Discussion followed among:Oouncil, City Attorney Noonan and Mr. Burdick concerning the selection of a mediator after which, there being no objections, Mr. Burdick agreed to meet with the City Attorney and Acting City Manager Alario and decide upon a mediator. There being nothing further, Mayor Steinkamp asked if anyone in the audience had anything they wished to offer under Good and Welfare. LEKO PROPERTY DRA I NAGE DISCUSS ION: Mrs. Inez Lesko brought up the matter of her drainage problem. Discussion followed at which time Mayor Steinkamp commented on the City's proposal made earlier, suggesting that she give this ser.lous consideration. There being no objecticms~ it was agreed that the City would meet on the site with her in this regard. ADJOURNMENT: There being nothing further, Mayor STeinkamp adjourned the meeting. Time of adjournment: 9:49 p.m. APPROVED: / ~ Mayor RESPECTFULLY SUBMITTED, Ci ty~q;.l erk *The entries of this Council meeting show the action taken by the City Council to dispose of the item. Oral presentations, arguments and comments are recorded on tape and are on file in the office of the City Clerk and available for inspection, review and copying. Documents related to the item are on file in the office of the City Clerk and available for public review, inspection and copying. -5- 9/4/73