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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes 1977-02-02REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SOUTH SAN FRANCISCO HELD FEBRUARY 2, 1977 TIME:. PLACE: CALL TO ORDER: PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO FLAG: ROLL CALL: RESO. NO. 12-77 COMMENDING THE BICENTENNIAL COMMITTEE DEAF-MUTE OLYMPICS WESTERN TV CABLE FRANCHISE CHECK 7:30 PM. West Orange Avenue Library Auditorium. The meeting was called to order by Mayor Padreddii at 7:37 PM. The Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag was recited. Present: Councilmen Richard A. Battaglia, William A. Borba, Emanuele N. Damonte and Leo Padreddii. Absent: Councilman Terry J. Mirri. Councilman Battaglia introduced a resolution entitled, A RESOLUTION COMMENDING THE SOUTH SAN FRANCISCO AMERICAN BICENTENNIAL OBSERVANCE COMMITTEE. Roll call vote was as follows: Ayes, Councilmen Richard A. Battaglia, William A. Borba, Emanuele N. Damonte and Leo Padreddii. Noes, none. Absent, Councilman Terry J. Mirri. Mayor Padreddii then presented to those present copies of the resolutions, thanking them for their work and programs and stating that they were the finest presented anywhere. Wallace Pettigrew, Chairman of the Committee, thanked the Committee for their work and Council for their support. Mayor Padreddii at this time introduced Mr. and Mrs. Dick Baronoa of 48 Randolph Avenue, stating that Mr. Baronoa was a deaf-mute and was seeking public support to send him as a world-class cyclist to the Deaf-Mute Olympics in Bucharest, Rumania. Mayor Padreddii stated that $2,500 was needed and that funds could be sent to the Chamber of Commerce. He further commented that Sports Writer Mike Heggum of the Enterprise-Journal was also assisting in this regard. He urged public support to Mr. Baronoa. Mayor Padreddii at this time.called on Mr. Ernest Nelligan of Western TV Cable, who presented to the City a franchise check in the amount of $34,000, briefly commenting on the payment of these funds to the City. APPROVAL OF BILLS FEBRUARY 2, 1977 APPROVAL OF MINUTES JANUARY 5, 1977 JANUARY 19, 1977 CITY CLERK CLAIM OF ROBERTO GAITAN Councilman Borba stated, "Before the motion is made I would like to refrain on voting on the following due to the fact that I do business with the following companies." Bayshore Truck Equipment Company Bergesen Electric Inc. Berkey Film Processing Coast Linen Service Custom Office Supply Company A. B. Dick Company Early American Paint Company Endurance Metal Products Enterprise-Journal Goodall Rubber Company Fred Lautze, Inc. Marshall-Newell Company Wm. Minucciani Plumbing Olympian Oil Company Xerox, Corp. Mayor Padreddii called for a motion to approve the claims deleted from the original list. Councilman Battaglia moved, seconded by Councilman Damonte and regularly carried. Councilman Borba stated, "Mr. Mayor I want the record to show that I did not participate in the vote." Mayor Padreddii ordered the claims amended to delete the claims listed by Councilman Borba and called for a motion to approve the claims as amended. Councilman Borba so moved, seconded by Councilman Damonte and regularly carried. Mayor Padreddii asked if there was a motion approving the Minutes of the Regular Meeting of January 5, 1977 and the Regular Meeting of January 19, 1977. Councilman Borba moved, seconded by Councilman Battaglia and regularly carried that the Minutes of the Regular Meeting of January 5, 1977 and the Regular Meeting of January 19, 1977 be approved as submitted. Staff Report, dated February 2, 1977, recommending that Council deny and refer the following claim to the City's insurance carrier and to the office of the City Attorney: Claim filed by Roberto Gaitan on behalf of his son, Robert Jr., alleging personal injuries sustained from fall outside of the Grand Avenue Library. 2/2/77 Page 2 CITY CLERK CLAIM OF ROBERTO GAITAN (CONT' D. ) CITYMANAGER RESO. NO. 13-77 COMMENDING FRANK J. ADDIEGO ORD. NO. 729-77 REPEALING ORD. NOS. 17, 106, 142, 177, 208, 307, 327 AND 362 2nd Reading/Adoption ORD. NO. 730-77 AMENDING ORD. NO. 449 - PERSONNEL SYSTEM (COMPETITIVE SERVICE) 2nd Reading/Adoption 7 Councilman Battaglia moved, seconded by Councilman Borba 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. Councilman Borba introduced a resolution entitled, A RESOLUTION COMMENDING FRANK J. ADDIEGO. Roll call vote was as follows: Ayes, Councilmen Richard A. Battaglia, William A. Borba, Emanuele N. Damonte and Leo Padreddii. Noes, none. Absent, Councilman Terry J. Mirri. Mayor Padreddii at this time read the resolution in full. Staff Report, dated February 2, 1977, recommending that Council read for the second time and adopt an ordinance which repeals Ordinances 17, 106, 142, 177, 208, 307, 327 and 362. Mayor Padreddii 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 adoption and passage. Councilman Battaglia moved reading of the ordinance in its entirety be waived and that the ordinance be passed and adopted by reading title only, seconded by Councilman Damonte and passed by unanimous vote. Councilman Damonte moved that the ordinance entitled, AN ORDINANCE REPEALING ORDINANCES OF THE CITY OF SOUTH SAN FRANCISCO NUMBERED 17, 106, 142, 177, 208, 307, 327 AND 362, the entire reading of which has been duly waived, be passed and adopted, seconded by Councilman Battaglia and passed by the following roll call vote. Roll call vote was as follows: Ayes, Councilmen Richard A. Battaglia, William A. Borba, Emanuele N. Damonte and Leo Padreddii. Noes, none. Absent, Councilman Terry J. Mirri. Staff Report, dated February 2, 1977, recommending that Council read for the second time and adopt an ordinance which amends Ordinance No. 449 - Personnel Ordinance. Mayor Padreddii ordered the title of the ordinance read. The title of the ordinance was read. 2/2/77 Page 3 CITY MANAGER ORD. NO. 730-77 AMENDING ORD. NO. 449 - PERSONNEL SYSTEM (COMPETITIVE SERVICE) 2nd Reading/Adoption (CONT' D. ) ~7b 7 ORD. NO. 731-77 AMENDING ORD. NO. 636 - MECHANICAL AMUSEMENT DEVICES 2nd Reading/Adoption 6'~77 City Attorney Noonan then explained the ordinance and advised the Council regarding procedure for adoption and passage. Councilman Damonte moved reading of the ordinance in its entirety be waived and that the ordinance be passed and adopted by reading title only, seconded by Councilman Battaglia and passed by unanimous vote. Councilman Damonte moved that the ordinance entitled, AN ORDINANCE AMENDING SECTION 6 OF ORDINANCE NO. 449, ADOPTED MARCH 21, 1960, ENTITLED "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF SOUTH SAN FRANCISCO RECREATING AND RE-ESTABLISHING A PERSONNEL SYSTEM FOR THE CITY OF SOUTH SAN FRANCISCO AND REPEALING ORDINANCE NO. 216 AND ALL INCONSISTENT ORDINANCES," the entire reading of which has been duly waived, be passed by the following roll call vote. Roll call vote was as follows: Ayes, Councilmen Richard A. Battaglia, William A. Borba, Emanuele N. Damonte and Leo Padreddii. Noes, none. Absent, Councilman Terry J. Mirri. Staff Report, dated February 2, 1977, recommending that Council read for the second time and adopt an ordinance which amends the Mechanical Amusement Device Ordinance Regarding Fees. Mayor Padreddii 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 adoption and passage. Councilman Borba moved reading of the ordinance in its entirety be waived and that the ordinance be passed and adopted by reading title only, seconded by Councilman Battaglia and passed by unanimous vote. Councilman Damonte moved that the ordinance entitled, AN ORDINANCE AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 636 PASSED THE 5TH DAY OF SEPTEMBER, 1972, ENTITLED "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF SOUTH SAN FRANCISCO REGULATING MECHANICAL AMUSEMENT DEVICES AND PROVIDING FOR LICENSE FEES, PROHIBITING ILLEGAL DEVICES AND PROVIDING PENALTIES," the entire reading of which has been duly waived, be passed and adopted, seconded by Councilman Borba and passed by the following roll call vote. Roll call vote was as follows: Ayes, Councilmen Richard A. Battaglia, William A. Borba, Emanuele N. Damonte and Leo Padreddii. Noes, none. Absent, Councilman Terry J. Mirri. 212/77 Page 4 PARKS & RECREATION RESO. NO. 14-77 · APPROVING AMEND. C-1 1976-77 CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT BUDGET RESO. NO. 15-77 AWARD OF CONTRACT - ORANGE PARK SOFTBALL BLEACHERS RESO. NO. 16-77 APPROVING AMEND. 0-3 1976-77 OPERATING BUDGET (SENIOR CITIZEN OUTREACH) RESO. NO. 17-77 AMENDMENT TO AGMT WITH STATE - OYSTER POINT MARINA Staff Report, dated February 2, 1977, recommending that Council approve Budget Transfer C-1 in the amount of $19,750 for the following items: Buri Buri School, E1 Rancho School and Orange Park Bleachers. At the request of the City Manager the City Council took action on this item prior to Item No. 1 on the agenda. Councilman Battaglia introduced a resolution entitled, A RESOLUTION APPROVING AMENDMENT C-l, 1976-77 CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT BUDGET. Roll call vote was as follows: Ayes, Councilmen Richard A. Battaglia, William A. Borba, Emanuele N. Damonte and Leo Padreddii. Noes, none. Absent, Councilman Terry J. Mirri. Staff Report, dated February 2, 1977, recommending that Council award the bid for bleachers at Orange Memorial Park to Beatty Scaffold & Equipment, Inc., 200 Industrial Way, Brisbane, California, for the lump sum of $10,803. Councilman Borba introduced a resolution entitled, A RESOLUTION OF AWARD OF CONTRACT FOR ORANGE MEMORIAL PARK SOFTBALL BLEACHERS. Roll call vote was as follows: Ayes, Councilmen Richard A. Battaglia, William A. Borba, Emanuele N. Damonte and Leo Padreddii. Noes, none. Absent, Councilman Terry J. Mirri. Staff Report, dated February 2, 1977, recommending that Council approve Budget Transfer 0-3 in Program 427 Senior Citizen Outreach in the amount of $445 from Materials & Services to Personnel Services. Councilman Battaglia introduced a resolution entitled, A RESOLUTION APPROVING AMEND~ENT 0-3, 1976-77 OPERATING BUDGET. Roll call vote was as follows: Ayes, Councilmen Richard A. Battaglia, William A. Borba, Emanuele N. Damonte and Leo Padreddii. Noes, none. Absent, Councilman Terry J. Mirri. Staff Report, dated February 2, 1977, recommending that Council approve the amendment dated January 17, 1977 to the Department of Navigation and Ocean Development Loan Agreen~nt dated September 8, 1975 in the amount of $2,00O,000. 2/2/77 Page 5 PARKS & RECREATION RESO. NO. 17-77 AMENDMENT TO AGMT WITH STATE -. OYSTER POINT MARINA (CONT ' D. ) LEASES- 3 SOUTH LINDEN, 230 & 409 GRAND AVENUE PUBLIC SERVICES PROPOSED LOCATION OF PG&E POWER PLANT AT OYSTER POINT Councilman Borbarequested that this matter be put to the vote of the people. The Director of Parks and Recreation explained that this only requested the State to set the monies aside for the City, that the monies could not be spent without Council approval and that it was merely a bookkeeping procedure. Councilman Borba moved that this matter be set aside. Mayor Padreddii called for a second to the motion. There being none, the Mayor declared the motion dead for lack of a second. Councilman Battaglia introduced a resolution entitled, A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING EXECUTION OF AMENDMENT TO AGREEMENT WITH THE CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF NAVIGATION AND OCEAN DEVELOPMENT -- OYSTER POINT MARINA. Roll call vote was as follows: Ayes, Councilmen Richard A. Battaglia, Emanuele N. Damonte and Leo Padreddii. Noes, none. Absent, Councilman Terry J. Mirri. Abstain, Councilman William A. Borba. Staff Report, dated February 2, 1977, recommending that Council exercise the first of three one year options for No. 3 South Linden, 230 and 409 Grand Avenue. The City Manager briefly explained the options to explore, after which further explanation was made by the Director of Parks and Recreation. Councilman Battaglia moved, seconded by Councilman Borba and regularly carried that the recommendation of the Director of Parks and Recreation be approved and accepted. Staff Report, dated February 2, 1977, recommending that Council adopt a policy statement on the proposed location of the P.G.& E. power plant at Oyster Point and direct the staff to preSent said policy statement to the Energy Resources Conservation and Development Commission of the State of California. The Acting City Planner explained in detail his Staff Report and the study made by the consultant, after which Mayor Padreddii called on Doug Wighton, Manager of the local P.G.& E. office. Mr. Wighton stated that he would let the consultant speak first and comment later. 2/2/77 Page 6 PUBLIC SERVICES PROPOSED LOCATION OF PG&E POWER PLANT AT OYSTER POINT (CONT' D. ) ~"11~ Dr. Claude Gruen of the firm of Gruen Gruen and Associates explained his study and report and commented in detail on the effect the proposed installation would have on the area by transmission lines, smoke plume, employment and housing. Discussion followed at which time Councilman Battaglia spoke on the impact on the City's Marina, stating that he did not feel this was the proper location and that Belair Island would be a more suitable location. Mr. Doug Wighton at this time introduced Mr. Ed Schaluka, Engineer for P.G.& E., who commented on the industrial development, employment and buildings in the area as a result of this installation. Mayor Padreddii commented that he also favored Belair Island as well for this installation. Councilman Damonte expressed concern with the smoke plume. Councilman Damonte moved, seconded by Councilman Borba that the recommendation of the Director of Public Services be approved and accepted. Councilman Battaglia recommended that a much stronger stand be taken by the City. Planning Commissioner Roberta Teglia commented on the wording which had been left out of the Planning Commission's motion which the Planning Officer agreed should be inserted. Mr. Sola of 429 Commercial Avenue commented on the transmission lines, suggesting how they could be tied in with the underground line already in the area. Councilman Borba commented on the effect of jet aircraft over the City by the construction of a high tower which would change the aircraft pattern. The City Attorney likewise spoke on this matter, pointing out the effect this would have. Councilman Damonte accepted the amendments to the motion, after which Councilman Borba accepted them to this second. Motion as made, amended and seconded was regularly carried. The letter as forwarded by the Mayor is incorporated here- with and made a part of these proceedings. 2/2/77 Page 7 PUBLIC SERVICES (CONT'D,) ' ~ ' SET PUBLIC HEARING DATE - AMENDMENTS' TO EIR GUIDELINES DRAFT EIR - WASTEWATER TREATMENT FACILITIES UPGRADING ~ ~7 SET PUBLIC HEARING DATE - DELETION OF PATHWAY BETWEEN CHESTNUT & WILLOW AVENUES ACCEPT MISSION ROAD REALIGNMENT PROJECT AS COMPLETE ITEMS FROMCOUNCIL TOWN OF COLMA - SEWER SERVICES Staff Report, dated February 2, 1977, reco3umending that Council set a date for ~ public hearing to consider the amendments to the City of South. San Francisco's environ- mental review and processing guidelines. The City Attorney explained the time needed for the notice, after which, there being no objections, it was agreed that the hearing would be set for February 16 or 23, 1977. Staff Report, dated February 2, 1977, recommending that Council set a date for a public hearing to consider and review the proposed Wastewater Treatment Facilities Upgrading Draft. Environmental Impact Report. The City Attorney commented that there was no need for a public hearing on the matter and that it be set for Council action on February 16, 1977. Staff Report, dated February 2, 1977, recommending that Council set the date for a public hearing to consider the deletion of the pathway from Chestnut Avenue to Willow Avenue, 500 feet north of Grand Avenue, from the Bicycle and Trailways Element of the General Plan. There being no objections, Mayor Padreddii set the public hearing for March 2, 1977. Staff Report, dated February 2, 1977, recommending that Council accept the Mission Road Realignment - Project No. ST-74-3 - as complete in accordance with the approved plans and specifications. Councilman Battaglia moved, seconded by Councilman Damonte and regularly carried that the recommendation of the Director of Public Services be approved and accepted. At the request of Councilman Borba the Director of Public Services explained the realignment. Motion as made and seconded was regularly carried. Councilman Borba inquired if the Town of Colma was paying its fair share for sewer services. The Director of Public Services stated that the Town of Colma presently had an agreement with the City, that a study was under way to consider the feasibility of accepting more sewage and that if it was inadequate to accept more sewage, Colma should pay for any improvements. 2/2/77 Page 8 ITEMS FROM COUNCIL (CONT' D. ) SP TRACK REPAIRS ON ORANGE AVENUE WATER CONSERVATION ~EETING WITH SSF SCAVENGER COMPANY OPENING OF UTAH BRIDGE EARL'S BOOKSTORE Councilman Damonte inquired if the City had received any notices from the Southern Pacific Railroad Company regarding the closing of Orange Avenue the following day for track repairs and whether they required a permit. The City Engineer stated that they became aware of the matter this morning, that they had the right to go in and that what they were doing was making a permanent rail installation. Mayor Padreddii commented on the need for a resolution to set guidelines and rules for the use of water. He introduced Ken Rhodes of the California Water Service Company who complimented the City for it's conservation practices and summarized the amount of water available and information which was to be sent to users regarding conservation steps which could be taken. The City Manager stated that he had met the day before with Mr. Toomey and Mr. Southward regarding this matter and that if Council so desired, a resolution could be adopted at the next meeting. There being no objections, Mayor Padreddii so ordered. Mr. Sola commented that the increase use of water was due to more development. Mayor Padreddii at this time commented on the invitation of the South San Francisco Scavenger Company to have two Council members meet with them regarding garbage pickup. Councilman Damonte moved, seconded by Councilman Borba and regularly carried to accept the invitation. Mayor Padreddii was to make the appointment of Council members. In answer to Mayor Padreddii's inquiry, the City Manager stated that the formal opening of the Utah Bridge would be on February 14, 1977. The Director of Public Services commented that it would be opened for use prior to that time. Mayor Padreddii next brought up the matter of Earl's Bookstore requesting some action be taken as soon as possible. The City Attorney explained in detail the action taken to date and recommended to Council the course the City should take. Upon the conclusion of his presentation, the Mayor requested the City Attorney to meet with the District Attorney for a course of action in this regard. 2/2/77 Page 9 ITEMS FROM STAFF EXECUTIVE PERSONNEL GELLERT BOULEVARD EXTENSION PROJECT GOOD AND WELFARE BUSINESS LICENSE FEE EIR- GELLERT BOULE VARD RECESS: The City Manager requested an Executive Personnel Session to discuss guidelines for meetings with the City's employee groups. The City Attorney at this time brought up the matter of a limited motion he had suggested at the last meeting with regard to Gellert Boulevard. He stated that since that time the matter had been discussed with the Bond Counsel and the Engineer and that they had requested a motion to rescind the action. The City Attorney stated that he had no objection and recommended a motion to rescind the previous action of Council. After brief discussion Councilman Borba moved, seconded by Councilman Damonte and regularly carried that the recommendation of the City Attorney be approved and accepted. There being nothing further, Mayor Padreddii asked if there was anything under Good and Welfare. Ms. Rebecca Blackley, 1 Appian Way, distributed and read to Council her memorandu~ dated February 2, 1977, concerning the increase in Business License fee as it affected her operation. She also read a comparison of fees charged by other cities, requesting relief in this regard. Ms. Blackley was informed as to how Council would be handling such complaints, accumulating them and acting on them after July 1, 1977. She was instructed to pay her licens~ and should some relief be made an adjustment would be in order at that time. John Falsarella, 282 Westview Drive, stated that more research should have been made on the new ordinance. Surendra Amin distributed and read a letter regarding the Environmental Impact Report on Gellert Boulevard, stating that the proper procedure had not been followed. The City Attorney was requested to check and report. The Acting City Planner explained the procedure which had been followed and that all laws had been complied with. There being no one else to speak under Good and Welfare, Mayor Padreddii recessed the meeting at 10:45 PM to an Executive Personnel Session. 2/2/77 Page 10 RECALL TO ORDER:. EXECUTIVE PERSONNEL SESSION ADJOURNMENT The meeting was recalled to order at ll:19 PM with all Council present. Absent: Councilman Mirri. Mayor Padreddii requested that the record show that Council was in Executive Session to discuss labor negotiations, and that no roll call or action was taken. There being nothing further to come before Council, Mayor Padreddii adjourned the meeting. Time of adjournment was 11:20 PM. RESPECTFULLY SUBMITTED: Arthur A. Rodond~, City Clerk City of South San Francisco APPROVED: Leo Padreddii, Mayor City of South San Francisco 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 and copying. 2/2/77 Page 11