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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes 1976-01-07REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SOUTH SAN FRANCISCO HELD WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 7, 1976 TIME: 7: 30 PM. PLACE: West Orange Avenue Library Auditorium. CALL TO ORDER: The meeting was called to order by Mayor Battaglia at 7:36 PM. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE :The Pledge of Allegiance to Flag was recited. SILENT PRAYER: Mayor Battaglia requested a moment of silent prayer. ROLL CALL:. Present: Councilmen Richard A. Battaglia, F. Frank Mammini, Terry J. Mirri, Leo Padreddii and Warren Steinkamp. Absent: None. APPROVAL OF BILLS: Mayor Battaglia asked if there was a motion approving the Regular Bills of January 7, 1976. Councilman Steinkamp moved, seconded by Councilman Mirri and regularly carried that the Regular Bills of January 7, 1976 be approved for payment as submitted. APPROVAL OF MINUTES: ~ayor Battaglia asked if there was a motion approving the Minutes of the Adjourned Regular Meeting of November 25, 1975, Regular Meeting of December 3, 1975 and Adjourned Regular Meeting of December 5, 1975. Councilman Steinkamp moved, seconded by Councilman Padreddii and regularly carried that the Minutes of the Adjourned Regular Meeting of November 25, 1975, Regular Meeting of December 3, 1975 and Adjourned Regular Meeting of December 5, 1975 be approved as submitted. ADMINISTRATIVE Staff Report, dated January 7, 1976, recommending Council SERVICES approve $2,500.00 as personnel expenses for Dr. Maurice Garbell, RESO. NO. 1-76 to represent the City at hearings at Washington, D.C. regarding AMENDMENT 0-13 the supersonic transport. 1975-76 OPERATING BUDGET - DR. M. GARBELL Councilman Mammini introduced a resolution entitled: A ~/~0 RESOLUTION APPROVING AMENDMENT 0-13, 1975-76 OPERATING BUDGET. 1/7/76 Page 1 ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES RESO. NO. 1-76 AMENDMENT 0-13 1975-76 OPERATING BUDGET - DR. M. GARBELL (CONT'D.) CITY CLERK CLAIM OF JANE MOORE CLAIM OF CRAIG NEIDEFFER RESO. NO. 2-76 GENERAL MUNICIPAL ELECTION - MARCH 2, 1976 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 January 7, 1976, recommending Council take separate action on each of the following claims: Claim filed by Van Bourg, Allen, Weinberg, Williams & Roger, Attorneys at Law, on behalf of Jane Moore alleging damages resulting from letter written by E. Anne McCune, Senior Citizens Coordinator. Councilman Mammini moved, seconded by Councilman Steinkamp and regularly carried that the claim be rejected and referred to the office of the City Attorney and the City's Insurance Carrier; and Notice be given to claimant in accordance with Government Code Section 913, 915.4 and other related sections of the Government Code. Claim filed by Bruce Krell, Attorney at Law, on behalf of Craig Neideffer alleging personal injuries sustained when South San Francisco Police Department responded to call. Councilman Mammini moved, seconded by Councilman Mirri and regularly carried that the claim be rejected and referred to the office of the City Attorney and the City's Insurance Carrier; and Notice be given to claimant in accordance with Government Code Section 913, 915.4 and other related sections of the Government Code. Staff Report, dated January 7, 1976, recommending Council adopt a resolution as prepared by the City Attorney relative to the General Election to be held on March 2, 1976. Councilman Steinkamp introduced a resolution entitled: A RESOLUTION PROVIDING FOR THE HOLDING OF A GENERAL MUNICIPAL ELECTION IN THE CITY OF SOUTH SAN FRANCISCO ON THE 2ND DAY OF MARCH, 1976, DESIGNATING AND CONSOLIDATING PRECINCTS, DESIGNATING POLLING PLACES, APPOINTING PRECINCT ELECTION OFFICERS AND OTHER RELATED MATTERS. 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. 117176 Page 2 ITEMS FROM COUNCIL Councilman Mirri read the resolution in full after which he RESO. NO. 212-76 introduced a resolution entitled: A RESOLUTION COMMENDING COMMENDING RONALD RICO RONALD RICHARD RICO IN RECOGNITION OF HIS DESIGN FOR THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION BICENTENNIAL COMMITTEE. FOR HIS BICENTENNIAL DESIGN Councilman Mirri then announced that the Bicentennial Committee was present to make its presentation of a $25.00 bond to Ronmld Rico. He further stated that both he and Roberta Teglia were stepping down from the committee since they were both involved in a campaign to be elected to the City Council. After a presentation by Mayor Battaglia of the resolution, Wallace Pettigrew presented the $25.00 bond to Ronald Rico. 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. PARKS & RECREATION RESO. NO. 3-76 AMENDED AGREEMENT FOR BOATING SAFETY AND ENFORCEMENT GRANT Staff Report, dated January 7, 1976, recommending Council authorize the City Manager to sign the Amended Equipment and Operation Agreement for Boating Safety and Enforcement Grant for additional funds for equipping the Marina Patrol and Work Boat. After an explanation by the Director of Parks and Recreation Councilman Mammini introduced a resolution entitled: A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO SIGN THE AMENDED EQUIPMENT AND OPERATION AGREEMENT FOR BOATING SAFETY AND ENFORCEMENT GRANT. 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 SERVICES Continued Public Hearing -- RZ-34/Robert F. Schumann Rezoning RZ-34/RBT. F. SCHUMANN for Properties Located at 319-335 Miller Avenue. The City Attorney stated that the matter had been discussed with the City Manager and City Planner relative to the report which had been filed and the date upon which it had been filed, recommending that it be referred back to the Planning Commission for a new proceeding in order to comply with the provisions. There being no objections, Mayor Battaglia so ordered. HOUSING & COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT ACT PROGRAM - 1976-77 Public Hearing -- Proposed HCDA Program for F.Y. 1976-77. Staff Report, dated January 7, 1976, recommending Council approve the proposed Housing and Community Development Block Grant Program for Fiscal Year 1976-77. 117176 Page 3 PUBLIC SERVICES HOUSING & COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT ACT PROGRAM- 1976-77 (CONT ' D. ) RESO. NO. 4-76 AWARD OF CONTRACT - BASEBALL BACKSTOPS RESO. NO. 5-76 CALLING BIDS FOR AIR CONDITIONING & HEATING POLICE BUILDING RESO. NO. 6-76 CALLING BIDS FOR MISSION RD. REALIGNMENT The City Planner submitted his report to the City Council explaining the matter in detail after which he stated that it was staff's recommendation to forward the letter to the County. Councilman Padreddii then moved, seconded by Councilman Steinkamp that the letter be forwarded to the County of San Mateo. Comments were then made by Allen Weinstein after which the motion as made and seconded was regularly carried. Councilman Padreddii then moved, seconded by Councilman Mirri and regularly carried that the City accept the proposed program for 1976-77. Staff Report, dated January 7, 1976, recommending Council award the baseball backstop at Orange Memorial Park contract to Alameda Fence Company of Alameda, who submitted the lowest responsible bid in the amount of $12,506.00. Councilman Mammini introduced a resolution entitled: A RESOLUTION OF AWARD OF CONTRACT FOR BASEBALL BACKSTOP AT ORANGE MEMORIAL PARK - PROJECT NO. PR-75-4. 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 January 7, 1976, recommending Council adopt a resolution approving plans and specifications and calling bids for Police Building Air Conditioning and Heating of Communication and Reception Areas. Councilman Steinkamp introduced a resolution entitled: A RESOLUTION APPROVING PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS, AUTHORIZING THE WORK AND CALLING BIDS FOR POLICE BUILDING AIR CONDITIONING AND HEATING OF COMMUNICATION AND RECEPTION AREAS - PROJECT NO. PB-75-2. 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 January 7, 1976, recommending Council adopt a resolution approving plans and specifications and calling for bids for the Mission Road Realignment Project. Councilman Padreddii introduced a resolution entitled: A RESOLUTION APPROVING PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS, AUTHORIZING THE WORK AND CALLING BIDS FOR MISSION ROAD REALIGNMENT, PROJECT NO. ST-74-3. 1/7/76 Page 4 5 PUBLIC SERVICES RESO. NO. 6- 76 CALLING BIDS FOR MISSION RD. REALIGNMENT (CONT ' D. ) DEVELOPMENT OF SAN BRUNO MTN. APPEALING DECISION - HAGGERTY USE PERMIT RECESS: RECALL TO ORDER:, 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 January 7, 1976, recommending Council present this staff report and letter from Mayor Richard A. Battaglia regarding the proposed development of San Bruno Mountain. The City Planner commented on the joint meeting which had been held after which he explained the contents of the letter which was to be submitted to the County Board of Supervisors. Discussion then followed between members of the City Council and Staff relative to aircraft noises that might be possible as a result of the development of the area, the alignment of Hillside Boulevard to Airport Boulevard as well as other related matters. Councilman Padreddii then moved, seconded by Councilman Mammini and regularly carried that the letter be forwarded as proposed by staff. Councilman Steinkamp moved, seconded by Councilman Padreddii and regularly carried that the suggested alignment of Hillside Boulevard be forwarded to the County Board of Super- visors. Letter, dated December 19, 1975, from Deborah R. Carson appealing decision of Planning Commission concerning Use Permit granted to Mr. Haggerty for signs on development at Westborough and Callan Boulevards. After an explanation by Deborah Carson of her objection discussion followed concerning the date for the public hearing conditioned on whether or not the publication could be in the newspaper in time for the meeting of January 21, 1976. It was agreeable to Mr. Haggerty that in the event publication could not be made in time for the January 21, 1976 meeting he would be agreeable to the public hearing being scheduled for the meeting of February 4, 1976 Mayor Battaglia then declared a recess at 8:35 PM for the retaping of the television cameras. The meeting was recalled to order by Mayor Battaglia at 8:52 PM with all Council present. 117176 Page 5 PUBLIC S~RVICES (CONT'D) DEVELOPMENT OF SAN BRUNO MTN. The City Clerk announced that a Mr. R.J. Grudzinski of #1 Post Street, San Francisco, wished to speak on the matter of San Bruno Mountain development. Mr. Grudzinski apologized for his lateness in arrival after which he commented on the matter of aircraft noises over their proposed development, the development of recreational areas, as well as other related matters. Commenting as well was a resident of 137 Avion Avenue, who spoke on the present zoning of this saddle area. Mayor Battaglia stated that the City Council had already taken its action and no further action would be taken at this time. ITEMS FROM COUNCIL BICENTENNIAL COMMITTEE -/G3 Councilman Mirri commented that both he and Roberta Teglia were taking a leave of absence from the Bicentennial Committee expressing his thanks to Mrs. Teglia and the committee members for their help. He likewise expressed his thanks to the City Council and staff. He concluded by stating that during the interim period Wally Pettigrew would be Chairman Pro Tem. PARKING METER FINES In answer to Councilman Padreddii's inquiry concerning the proposed increase in parking meter fines the City Manager commented that a report would be forthcoming for the second meeting in February. LETTER OF APPRECIATION Councilman Steinkamp requested that a letter of appreciation TO GUY F. ATKINSON be forwarded to Guy F. Atkinson for their landscaping along Railroad Avenue. The City Manager stated that a letter would C~/S3 be prepared for the Mayor's signature. RAILROAD CROSSING AT OYSTER POINT MARINA cT /W J In answer to Councilman Steinkamp's inquiry concerning what was being done to improve the railroad crossing at Oyster Point Marina the Director of Public Services replied that this had been discussed and that his department would pursue it. RESO. NO. 7-76 STAFF LIAISON TO BOARDS & COMMISSIONS After a brief discussion Mayor Battaglia introduced a resolution entitled: A RESOLUTION ESTABLISHING STAFF LIAISON TO BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS AND PROVIDING FOR RELATED MATTERS. 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. 1/7/76 Page 6 ITEMS FROM STAFF INSTALLATION OF MAYOR & VICE MAYOR MARCH 9, 1976 PARAMEDICS GOOD AND WELFARE MARCH OF DIMES RECESS: RECALL TO ORDER:. At the request of the City Manager and there being no objections it was agreed that the adjourned meeting of March 9, 197~ which will be held to install the newly elected officials, will take place either at E1 Camino High School or at South San Francisco High School. The City Manager at this time brought to the attention of the City Council a public hearing which would be held by the County Board of Supervisors regarding the matter of the paramedics. He commented that at the present time it did not appear promising and requested permission of the Council for he and Fire Chief Toellner to appear and strongly urge the retention of the paramedic unit as it now exists. Discussion followed between members of the City Council and residents who voiced the need for the City to retain its own program. Mayor Battaglia urged everyone who could attend to do so and object to any transfer. Also urging the retention of the paramedics and its program were: Mrs. Claire D'Amico, 136 San Felipe Avenue, S.S.F.; Mr. A1 Weinstein, S.S.F.; Mrs. Larry Smith, 604 Hawthorne Place, S.S.F., citing specific examples of the paramedic program stating that he would also appear and support the City in this regard. The City Manager requested that at the conclusion of tonight's meeting that it be adjourned to January 14, 1976 to consider the matter of the ordinance on Council's salaries. There being nothing further to come before Council, Mayor Battaglia asked if there was anything anyone wished to offer under Good and Welfare. Mrs. Claire D'Amico, 136 San Felipe Avenue, S.S.F., commented on the March of Dimes program which would soon be starting. Mayor Battaglia recessed the meeting at 9:52 PM for the retaping of the television cameras. Mayor Battaglia recalled the meeting to order at 9:55 PM with all Council present. 117/76 Page 7 8 GOOD AND WELFARE MARCH OF DIMES (CONT ' D. ) ADJOURNMENT Mrs. Claire D'Amico continued her comments on the March of Dimes program citing statistics of persons who suffer birth defects and the help that this program offers to those suffering from these diseases. She urged everyone to take an active part in this March so that funds could be raised to combat these diseases. There being nothing further Mayor Battaglia adjourned the meeting to January 14, 1976 at 7:00 PM. The meeting was adjourned at 10:07 PM. · RESPECTFULLY SUBM~D: City of South San Francisco =~ard ~. Bat~aglia ; ~.yor- Cit~ of South San Frahcisco 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 Clerk and available for inspection, review and copying. 1/7/76 Page 8