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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes 1975-09-03REGULARMEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SOUTH SAN FRANCISCO HELD WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 3, 1975 TIME: PLACE: CALL TO ORDER:. PLEDGE OF ALLE- GIANCE TO FLAG: "DAY IN THE PARK" ROLL CALL: APPROVAL OF BILLS: APPROVAL OF MINUTES: ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES RESO. NO. 133-75 AMENDING OPERATING BUDGET F.Y. 1975-76 7:30 PM. West Orange Avenue Library Auditorium. The meeting was called to order by Mayor Battaglia at 7:34 PM. The Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag was recited after which Mayor Battaglia asked for a moment of silent prayer. Mayor Battaglia at this time announced that the "Day in the Park" which was celebrated on Labor Day would be shown on CABLE TV this Friday at 9:00 PM. Mayor Battaglia also expressed thanks to Kathy Simon and David Hale for their work in this regard. Councilman Mirri then announced that in September, 1976 a similar parade and picnic would take place celebrating the Bicentennial. Present: Councilmen Richard A. Battaglia, F. Frank Mammini, Terry J. Mirri, Leo Padreddii and Warren Steinkamp. Absent: None. Mayor Battaglia asked if there was a motion approving the Regular Bills of September 3, 1975. Councilman Padreddii moved, seconded by Councilman Mammini and regularly carried that the Regular Bills of September 3, 1975 be approved for payment as submitted. .Mayor Battaglia asked if there was a motion approving the Minutes of the Regular Meeting of August 6, 1975. Councilman Mammini moved, seconded by Councilman Mirri and regularly carried that the Minutes of the Regular Meeting of August 6, 1975 be approved as submitted. Staff Report, dated September 3, 1975, recommending Council adopt a resolution reducing the contribution from Revenue Sharing to the General Fund by $67,000 and increasing secured property tax revenue in the General Fund by $77,000. ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES RESO. NO. 133-75 AMENDING OPERATING BUDGET F.Y. 1975-76 (CONT' D. ) CITY MANAGER RESO. NO. 134-75 COMMENDING NELLO LAZZARI - PLANNING COMMISSIONER PUBLIC SERVICES RESO. NO. 135-75 CHAIN LINK FENCE PROJECT WEST PARK 3 RECESS: RECALL TO ORDER: After a brief explanation by the Director of Administrative Services, Councilman Mirri introduced a resolution entitled: A RESOLUTION AMENDING THE OPERATING BUDGET FOR FISCAL YEAR 1975-76. Roll Call Vote was as follows: Ayes, Councilmen Richard A. Battaglia, F. Frank Mammini, Terry J. Mirri, Leo Padreddii and Warren Steinkamp. Noes, none. Absent, none. Councilman Padreddii introduced a resolution entitled: A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SOUTH SAN FRANCISCO COMMENDING NELLO LAZZARI FOR SERVICES TO THE CITY OF SOUTH SAN FRANCISCO. Roll Call Vote was as follows: Ayes, Councilmen Richard A. Battaglia, F. Frank Mammini, Terry J. Mirri, Leo Padreddii and Warren Steinkamp. Noes, none. Absent, none. Public Hearing -- West Park 3 Fencing. Staff Report, dated September 3, 1975, concerning the installation of chain link fencing in the common greens in West Park 3. Mayor Battaglia declared the public hearing opened. The City Manager then commented on the staff report and the need for the fencing. Speaking in this regard were the following: Deborah Carson, 3820 Carter Drive, S.S.F. Richardine Horstman -3601 Baldwin Hills Ct., S.S.F. Paul Nakamura -3661 " " " Steven Skiff -3648 " " " Henry F. Smith -3655 " " " Howard E. Sotherden -3631 " " " Mary V. Sotherden -3631 " " " Angel Simon -3600 " " " Charlene E. Horstman-3601 " " " Janet Warden -3607 " " " Mayor Battaglia declared a recess at 8:30 PM for the retaping of the television cameras. The meeting was recalled to order by Mayor Battaglia at 8:39 PM with all Council present. Further discussion followed at which time a resident of 3660 Baldwin Hills Court, S.S,F., also commented on the matter. There being no one else to speak on the subject, Mayor Battaglia declared the public hearing closed. Page 2 9/3/75 PUBLIC SERVICES RESO. NO. 135-75 CHAIN LINK FENCE PROJECT WEST PARK 3 (CONT'D.) UP 273 EL RANCHO DRIVE-IN THEATRE GENERAL PLAN - SETTING PUBLIC HEARING DATE 9/17/75 Discussion then followed during which time Mayor Battaglia stated that the bids received on the fence were high but that CoUncil could act by rejecting the bids and proceeding on a time and material basis. Councilman Steinkamp then introduced a resolution entitled: A RESOLUTION REJECTING BIDS AND DECLARING THAT THE PROJECT CAN BE PERFORMED MORE ECONOMICALLY BY DAY LABOR OF MATERIALS OR SUPPLIES FURNISHED AT LOWER PRICES IN THE OPEN MARKET AND AUTHORIZING THE PROJECT - INSTALLATION OF CHAIN LINK FENCE ALONG THE COMMON GREENS IN WEST PARK 3 PARKS AND PARKWAYS MAINTENANCE DISTRICT ADJACENT TO WESTBOROUGH JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL. After discussion, roll call vote was as follows: Ayes, Councilmen Richard A. Battaglia, F. Frank Mammini, Terry J. Mirri, Leo Padreddii and Warren Steinkamp. Noes, none. Absent, none. Mayor Battaglia at this time instructed staff to contact the school authorities regarding the removal of their portion of the steps and fence. Public Hearing -- UP-273 E1 Rancho Drive-In Theatre. Staff Report, dated September 3, 1975, recommending revoca- tion of UP-273 in accordance with Section 6.52 and 6.53 of Ordinance No. 353, as amended. Mayor Battaglia declared the public hearing opened. The City Planner commented that he and the City Attorney had discussed the matter with the ;k~rney for the applicant and that it was staff's recommendation that the matter be continued to October 15, 1975. The City Attorney commented that the matter was complex and that time was needed. There being no objections Mayor Battaglia continued the matter to the meeting of October 15, 1975. Staff Report, dated September 3, 1975, recommending Council schedule a public hearing on September 17, 1975 to consider the adoption of the four Statemandated elements to the City's General Plan: Noise, Seismic-Safety, Safety and Scenic Roads. The City Planner briefly commented on the problems encountered on this subject requesting that the public hearing be set for September 22, 1975 at 5:30 PM. There being no objections, Mayor Battaglia so ordered. Page 3 9/3/75 PUBLIC SERVICES GENERAL PLAN - SETTING PUBLIC HEARING DATE 9/17/75 RESO. NO. 136-75 CALLING BIDS FOR 1975-76 WEED ABATEMENT PROGRAM RESO. NO. 137-75 CONSTRUCTION OF FACILITIES - COLMA CREEK FLOOD CONTROL PROJECT RESO. NO. 138-75 R/W AGREEMENT WITH CALIF. WATER SERVICE - OLD MISSION ROAD Staff Report, dated September 3, !975~ recommending Council schedule a public hearing on September 17, 1975 to consider General Plan amendment concerning the Colma Creek Enhancement Project. There being no objections, Mayor Battaglia so ordered. Staff Report, dated September 3, 1975, recommending Council approve plans and specifications, authorize the work and call bids for the 1975-76 Weed Abatement Program. After a brief explanation by the Director of Public Services Councilman Padreddii introduced a resolution entitled: A RESOLUTION APPROVING PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS, AUTHORIZING THE WORK AND CALLING BIDS FOR 1975-76 WEED ABATEMENT PROGRAM - PROJECT NO. ST-75-3. Roll Call Vote was as follows: Ayes, Councilmen Richard A. Battaglia, F. Frank Mammini, Terry J. Mirri, Leo Padreddii and Warren Steinkamp. Noes, none. Absent, none. Staff Report, dated September 3, 1975, recommending Council authorize execution of an agreement providing for construction of facilities in the Colma Creek Flood Control Project, Chestnut Avenue Box Culvert and Twelve-Mile Creek Confluence, with the San Mateo County Flood Control District. After a brief explanation by the Director of Public Services Councilman Padreddii introduced a resolution entitled: A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING EXECUTION OF AN AGREEMENT PROVIDING FOR CONSTRUCTION OF FACILITIES IN THE COLMA CREEK FLOOD CONTROL PROJECT - CHESTNUT AVENUE BOX CULVERT AND TWELVE-MILE CREEK CONFLUENCE. Roll Call Vote was as follows: Ayes, Councilmen Richard A. Battaglia, F. Frank Mammini, Terry J. Mirri, Leo Padreddii and Warren Steinkamp. Noes, none. Absent, none. Staff Report, dated September 3, 1975, recommending Council adopt the following resolutions in connection with the Mission Road Realignment Projects. After a brief explanation by the Director of Public Services Councilman Mirri introduced a resolution entitled: A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING EXECUTION OF CITY OF SOUTH SAN FRANCISCO'S RIGHT OF WAY AGREEMENT WITH CALIFORNIA WATER SERVICE COMPANY-- REALIGNMENT OF OLD MISSION ROAD. Roll Call Vote was as follows: Ayes, Councilmen Richard A. Battaglia, F. Frank Mammini, Terry J. Mirri, Leo Padreddii and Warren Steinkamp. Noes, none. Absent, none. Page 4 9/3/75 PUBLIC SERVICES {CONT' D. ) RESO. NO. 139-75 CORP. GRANT DEED CALIF. WATER SERVICE - OLD MISSION ROAD RESO. NO. 140-75 AGREEMENT WITH SAN MATEO CO. - MISSION ROAD REALIGNMENT RESO. NO. 141-75 QUITCLAIM DEED - UTAH INTERNATIONAL RESO. NO. 142-75 1975-76 SEAL COATING PROGRAM After a brief explanation by the Director of Public Services Councilman Padreddii introduced a resolution entitled: A RESOLUTION ACCEPTING A CORPORATION GRANT DEED FROM CALIFORNIA WATER SERVICE COMPANY--REALIGNMENT OF OLD MISSION ROAD. Roll Call Vote was as follows: Ayes, Councilmen Richard A. Battaglia, F. Frank Mammini, Terry J. Mirri, Leo Padreddii and Warren Steinkamp. Noes, none. Absent, none. Councilman Padreddii introduced a resolution entitled: A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING EXECUTION OF AN AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE COUNTY OF SAN MATEO AND THE CITY OF SOUTH SAN FRANCISCO FOR JOINT PARTICIPATION IN THE MISSION ROAD REALIGNMENT PROJECT. Roll Call Vote was as follows: Ayes, Councilmen Richard A. Battaglia, F. Frank Mammini, Terry J. Mirri, Leo Padreddii and Warren Steinkamp. Noes, none. Absent, none. Staff Report, dated September 3, 1975, recommending Council adopt a resolution accepting a Corporation Quitclaim Deed from Utah International, Inc., Oak Avenue, and approve issuing a warrant in the amount of $4,660.00. After a brief explanation by the City Manager the City Manager requested that after the adoption of the resolution, since it did not call for the appropriation of funds Council do so my motion. Councilman Mammini then introduced a resolution entitled: A RESOLUTION ACCEPTING A CORPORATION QUITCLAIM DEED FROM UTAH INTERNATIONAL INC. -- OAK AVENUE. Roll Call Vote was as follows: Ayes, Councilmen Richard A. Battaglia, F. Frank Mammini, Terry J. Mirri, Leo Padreddii and Warren Steinkamp. Noes, none. Absent, none. Councilman Mirri then moved, seconded by Councilman Mammini and regularly carried that staff be authorized to issue a warrant in the amount of $4,660.00. Staff Report, dated September 3, 1975, recommending Council award the 1975-76 Seal Coating Program, Contract A, in the amount of $11,597.82 and Contract B, in the amount of $4,169.60 to Granite Rock Company of San Jose, who submitted the lowest responsible bids. The Director of Public Services explained the bids received recommending award to Granite Rock Company, Councilman Mirri then introduced a resolution entitled: A RESOLUTION OF AWARD OF CONTRACT i975-76SEAL COATING PROGRAM (PROGRAM NO. ST-75-1). Page 5 9/3/75 PUBLIC SERVICES RESO. NO. 142-75 1975-76 SEAL COATING PROGRAM (CONT' D. ) RESO. NO. 143-75 1975-76 STREET RESURFACING PROGRAM ACCEPTING 1974-75 WEED ABATEMENT PROGRAM AS COMPLETE RECESS: RECALL TO ORDER: PAINTING ADDRESSES ON CURBS - RESIDENTIAL Roll Call Vote was as follows: Ayes, Councilmen Richard A. Battaglia, F. Frank ~ammini, Terry J. Mirri, Leo Padreddii and Warren Steinkamp. Noes, none. Absent, none. Staff Report, dated September 3, 1975, recommending Council award the 1975-76 Street Resurfacing Program on Alternate Bid Unit to be selected, to the lowest responsible bidder. The Director of Public Services explained the bids received and the reasons for those which had been disqualified. He commented that there was no recommendation from staff in this regard. Discussion followed at which time the City Manager recommended award of the bid under Unit #3. Councilman Mammini then introduced a resolution entitled: A RESOLUTION OF AWARD OF CONTRACT 1975-76 STREET RESURFACING PROGRAM - (PROJECT NO. ST-75-2). Ted C. Holmes of the firm of Freeman & Sondgroth, Mountain View, protested the award stating that his firm was the only one to submit a qualified bid. After discussion roll call vote was as follows: Ayes, Councilmen Richard A. Battaglia, F. Frank Mammini, Terry J. Mirri, Leo Padreddii and Warren Steinkamp. Noes, none. Absent, none. Staff Report, dated September 3, 1975, recommending Council accept the 1974-75 Weed Abatement Program as complete in accordance with the approved plans and specifications. After a brief explanation by the Director of Public Services Councilman Padreddii moved, seconded by Councilman Mammini and regularly carried that the recommendation of the Director of Public Services be approved and accepted. Mayor Battaglia declared a recess at 9:32 PM for the retaping of the television cameras. The meeting was recalled to order by Mayor Battaglia at 9:45 PM with all Council present. Staff Report, dated September 3, 1975, recommending Council approve the procedures and standards for the painting of addresses on curbs in residential areas. The Director of Public Services explained his report stating that only the residential areas would be affected and not the downtown area or industrial section. Discussion followed concerning payment for the service at which time it was stated that this would be the obligation of the Page 6 9/3/75 PUBLIC SERVICES PAINTING ADDRESSES ON CURBS - RESIDENTIAL (CONT'D.) ITEMS FROM COUNCIL ATTENDANCE AT CONFERENCES/CONVENTIONS DEBRIS IN VACANT LOT ACROSS FROM KAISER HOSPITAL GAS TAX FUNDS BICENTENNIAL BALL VICTORY & SPRUCE AVES. GAS TAX FUNDS 0-13./ NEWSLETTER & RECREATION GUIDE property owner. Councilman Mirri stated that if all the residences did not have this number on the curbing there would be a lack of conformity and would detract from the purpose. Councilman Mammini then moved, seconded by Councilman Padreddii and regularly carried that the recommendcation of the Director of Public Services be approved and accepted. Councilman Mirri voted "no". Report concerning guidelines for attendance at conferences and conventions. Mayor Battaglia stated that he had requested this item be placed on the agenda. At the request of Mr. F. Teglia, 378 Altamont Drive, South San Francisco, Mayor Battaglia read the report in full. Discussion then followed between the members of the City Council and Mr. Teglia concerning who should approve the attendance of staff at conferences and meetings. After discussion the City Manager stated he would change the memorandum to indicate that the City Council would be advised two weeks prior to attendance by any staff member. Councilman Mirri requested of the Director of Public Services, what was being done to clean the debris in the vacant lot across the street from the Kaiser Foundation Hospital on E1 Camino Real. The Director of Public Services stated that two letters had been sent in this regard. He further stated that one more check would be made and then the City would proceed with abatement proceedings. In answer to Councilman Mirri's inquiry as to the amount of money spent last year from gas tax the City Manager stated that the financial report was due in a couple of weeks and that it would be reflected in that report. Councilman Mirri at this time announced the Bicentennial Dinner Dance which was to be held on September 20, 1975 from 7:00 PM to 2:00 AM. He further advised where tickets could be purchased for this affair. Councilman Mammini commented on the traffic congestion at noon time at Victory and Spruce Avenues due to people patronizing the restaurants. The Chief of Police stated that motorcycle officers would patrol the area. Councilman Steinkamp briefly commented on the use of gas tax funds by the cities in this state as compared to those in the East. Mayor Battaglia at this time commented on the newsletter and recreation guide complimenting Kathy Simon for her work. Page 7 9/3/75 ITEMS FROM STAFF RESOLUTIONS FOR PRESENTATION BY LEAGUE OF CALIF. CITIES RECESS: RECALL TO ORDER: The City Manager at this time brought to Council's attention eleven resolutions that were discussed at the recent meeting of the Peninsula Division of the League of California Cities and which were to be submitted to the League for presentation at the annual conference to be held in San Francisco. After discussion the Council advised the City Manager regarding direction on each of the resolutions which were as follows: RESOLUTION REQUESTING STATEWIDE REEVALUATION OF THE SALES AND USE TAXES ON THE BASIS OF POPULATION AND OPPOSING THE MANNER OF DISTRIBUTION PRESCRIBED BY THE BRADLEY-BURNS UNIFORM SALES AND LOCAL USE TAX LAW. RESOLUTION REQUESTING THAT THE STATE LEGISLATURE PROVIDE FUNDS TO SUPPORT INTERCITYRAIL TRANSIT FOR COMMUTERS BY EXISTING LOCAL LINES TO RELIEVE THE DEPENDENCY ON THE AUTOMOBILE. RESOLUTION REQUESTING LEGISLATION FOR THE REIMBURSEMENT OF SOBRIETY TEST COSTS. Mayor Battaglia declared a recess at 10:39 PM for the retaping of the television cameras. The meeting was recalled to order by the Mayor at 10:47 PM with all Council present. The City Manager then continued with the remaining resolutions which were as follows: RESOLUTION REQUESTING THAT THE STATE LEGISLATURE TAKE AN ACTIVE ROLE IN PROVIDING PROPERTY TAX RELIEF THROUGH PROPERTY TAX REFORM, ESPECIALLY BY PROVIDING FOR THE DIRECT REDUCTION OF PROPERTY TAXES THROUGH THE REALLOCATION OF OTHER REVENUE SOURCES. RESOLUTION REQUESTING REIMBURSEMENT PROGRAM FOR COSTS TO GOVERNMENTAL AGENCIES WITHIN THE COASTAL CONSERVATION ZONE. RESOLUTION ENDORSING THE CONTINUATION OF THE REVENUE SHARING PROGRAM. RESOLUTION RELATING TO LIABILITY INSURANCE. RESOLUTION REQUESTING THAT THE STATE LEGISLATURE PROVIDE SUFFICIENT FUNDS FOR ALL STATE MANDATED PROGRAMS. RESOLUTION OPPOSING P.E.R.S. RETROACTIVE MEMBERSHIP REVIEW AS IT PERTAINS TO NON-PERMANENT EMPLOYEES. Page 8 9/3/75 51 ITEMS FROM STAFF RESOLUTIONS FOR PRESENTATION BY LEAGUE OF CALIF. CITIES (CONT' D. ) RESOLUTION REQUESTING THE STATE LEGISLATURE, DURING ITS 1975-76 LEGISLATIVE SESSION, TO FULLY SUBVENT COSTS INCURRED BY LOCAL AGENCIES FOR THE "911" IMPLEMENTATION, INCLUDING RETROACTIVE PLANNING COSTS, FACILITY CONSTRUCTION AND MODIFICATION, EQUIPMENT PURCHASE AND INSTALLATION, TELEPHONE TRUNK-LINE CHARGES, AND PUBLICITY AND TRAINING EXPENSES. RESOLUTION URGING THE LEGISLATURE OF THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA TO ENACT SPECIFIC AMENDMENTS TO ASSEMBLY BILL 143 (GREENE ACT) WHICH WOULD PERMIT EXEMPTION OF EXCESS SCHOOL PROPERTIES WITHIN THE COASTAL ZONE OF THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA. GOOD AND WELFARE There being nothing further Mayor Battaglia asked if anyone present had anything they wished to offer under Good and Welfare. EIR REQUIREMENTS IN RESO. BEING SUBMITTED TO LEAGUE OF CALIF. CITIES Roberta Teglia commented on the EIR requirements which were in one of the resolutions discussed earlier and which were to be submitted to the League of California Cities. She stated that the League did not provide the City with enough time in this regard. PEDESTRIAN CROSSING - EL CAMINO REAL AT McLELLAN NURSERY A question was asked from the audience regarding what was to be done for the crossing of pedestrians on E1 Camino Real near the McLellan Nursery. Discussion followed between the members of the City Council during which time mention was made by the City Manager that this was one of the items to be discussed at the Joint Study Meeting with the School Board. RECESS:~ There being nothing further Mayor Battaglia recessed the meeting to an Executive Personnel Session at 11:40 PM. RECALL TO ORDER: The meeting was recalled to order by Mayor Battaglia at 12:30 PM with all Council present. Mayor Battaglia announced that the purpose of the Executive Personnel Session was to advise Council on labor negotiations and legal matters. ADJOURNMENT There being nothing further to come before Council Mayor Battaglia adjourned the meeting. Time of adjournment was 12:33 PM. Arthur A. Rodondi, City Clerk City of South San Francisco ~ , ~ \ " RiChard A. Battaglla, Mayor~ Cityo~ South San Franciscov 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. The tape and documents related to the items are on file in the office of the City Cl~k and available for inspection, review and copying. Page 9 9/3/75