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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes 1977-12-21423 REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SOUTH SAN FRANCISCO HELD DECEMBER 21, 1977 TIME: PLACE: CALL TO ORDER: PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO FLAG: ROLL CALL: PRESENTATION RESO. NO. 237-77 COMMENDING JOSEPH T. PARK AGENDA REVIEW CONSENT CALENDAR 7:30 PM. West Orange Avenue Library Auditorium. The meeting was called to order by Mayor Damonte at 7:34 PM. The Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag was recited. Present: Councilmen Richard A. Battaglia, William A. Borba, Emanuele N. Damonte, Terry J. Mirri and Leo Padreddii. Absent: None. Mayor Damonte introduced a resolution entitled: A RESOLUTION COMMENDING JOSEPH T. PARK FOR HIS SERVICES TO THE CITY OF SOUTH SAN FRANCISCO. Roll call vote was as follows: Ayes, Councilmen Richard A. Battaglia, William A. Borba, Emanuele N. Damonte, Terry J. Mirri and Leo Padreddii. Noes, none. Absent, none. Mayor Damonte read the resolution in full, after which he presented it to Joseph Park and commended him for his work. Joseph Park thanked Council for the resolution and stated that his years of service for the City were a pleasure. The City Manager stated that a request had been received from the Rotary Plaza to speak on the matter of a ballot measure for additional housing. There being no objections, this additional item was approved. The City Clerk read the following items on the Consent Calendar: City Council Minutes of the Regular Meeting of November 2, 1977; the Adjourned Regular Meeting of November 8, 1977; the Regular Meeting of November 16, 1977; and the Specail Meeting of November 21, 1977 - Motion to approve. CONSENT CALENDAR CALL FOR BIDS FOR FILING EQUIPMENT FOR POLICE DEPARTMENT APPROVAL OF BILLS DECEMBER 21, 1977 2. Call for bids for filing equipment for the Police Department - Motion to,approve. At the request of Councilman Mirri and there being no objections, Item No. 2 regarding filing equipment for the Police Department was removed from the Consent Calendar. Councilman Battaglia moved, seconded by Councilman Mirri and regularly carried that the Consent Calendar be approved as presented. Councilman Mirri suggested that this matter be held over until it was determined where the Police Facility was to be located. The City Manager stated that this item had been approved in the Police Department budget and the equipment could be moved from one location to another. The Police Chief pointed out the potential hazards to employees created by the use of stacked cardboard transfer cases. After further discussion Councilman Padreddii moved, seconded by Councilman Battaglia a~d regularly carried that thecall for bids be approved. Councilman Mirri voted "no." Mayor Damonte asked if there was a motion approving the Regular Bills of December 21, 1977. 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 International Trucks, Inc. Bayshore Truck Equipment Company Bergesen Electric Berkey Film Processing Brentwood Press Cadillac Plastics City Grille & Radiator Shop, Inc. Coast Linen Service Cresta Bros. Auto Parts Custom Office Supply Company Don & Jerry's Automotive Enterprise-Journal Fairway Chevrolet Goodall Rubber Company B. F. Goodrich 12/21/77 Page 2 425 APPROVAL OF BILLS DECEMBER 21, 1977 ,So/J FINANCE RESO. NO. 238-77 APPROVING 1977-78 OPERATING BUDGET (FINAL FORM) Graybar Electric Company K H Supply King Bearing Marshall-Newell Supply Company A1 Martin Meehan Battery Company F. D. Minucciani Olympian Oil Company George M. Philpott Company, Inc. Pump Repair Service Company Sears Roebuck Company South City Car Wash Tillo Products Union Carbide Xerox Corporation Zellerbach Paper Company Western TV Cable Union Oil South San Francisco Chamber of Commerce Bank of America NT&SA First National Bank of Daly City Mayor Damonte called for a motion to approve the claims deleted from the original list. Councilman Padreddii moved, seconded by Councilman Battaglia and regularly carried. Councilman Borba stated, "Mr. Mayor, I want the record to show that I did not participiate in the vote." Mayor Damonte 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 Battaglia and regularly carried. Staff Report, dated December 21, 1977, recommending that Council adopt a resolution approving the Operating Budget, in final form, for Fiscal Year 1977-78 in the amount of $12,736,720.00. Brief discussion followed between staff and Council. Then, in answer to Mr. John Falsarella's inquiry, the City Manager replied that he would be provided with the requested budget information. Councilman Padreddii introduced a resolution entitled: A RESOLUTION APPROVING THE OPERATING BUDGET FOR FISCAL YEAR 1977-78 (IN FINAL FORM). 12121/77 Page 3 FINANCE RESO. NO. 238-77 APPROVING 1977-78 OPERATING BUDGET (FINAL FORM) (CONT' D. ) SET PUBLIC HEARING DATE - SSF SCAVENGER CO RATE MODIFICATION CITY MANAGER PESO. NO. 239-77 EXPRESSING APPRECIATION TO LAWRENCE A. TOELLNER PESO. NO. 240-77 COMMENDING GUS NICOLOPULOS ORD. NO. 754-77 APPROVING ANNEXATION OF LANDS OF GMT INVESTORS 2nd Reading/Adoption Roll call vote was as follows: Ayes, Councilmen Richard A. Battaglia, William A. Borba, Emanuele N. Damonte, Terry J. Mirri and Leo Padreddii. Noes, none. Absent, none. Staff Report, dated December 21, 1977, recommending that Council confirm January 4, 1978 as the date for a public hearing to review the South San Francisco Scavenger Company's Audit Report and consider a rate modification proposed for 1978. There being no objections, Mayor Damonte scheduled the public hearing for January 4, 1978. Councilman Battaglia introduced a resolution entitled: A RESOLUTION EXPRESSING APPRECIATION TO LAWRENCE A. TOELLNER. Roll call vote was as follows: Ayes, Councilmen Richard A. Battaglia, William A. Borba, Emanuele N. Damonte, Terry J. Mirri and Leo Padreddii. Noes, none. Absent, none. Mayor Damonte stated that this resolution would be presented to Chief Toellner at his retirement dinner. Councilman Padreddii introduced a resolution entitled: A RESOLUTION COMMENDING GUS NICOLOPULOS FOR HIS SERVICES TO THE CITY OF SOUTH SAN FRANCISCO. Roll call vote was as follows: Ayes, Councilmen Richard A. Battaglia, William A. Borba, Emanuele N. Damonte, Terry J. Mirri and Leo Padreddii. Noes, none. Absent, none. Mayor Damonte stated that this resolution would be presented to Gus Nicolopulos at his retirement dinner. Staff Report, datedDecember 21, 1977, recommending that Council read for the second'time and adopt ordinances approving annexation of 0.46 acre area designated GMT Investors and a portion of Albright Way (Sherwood Drive) both located in the vicinity of the Carl Sandburg School site. Mayor Damonte ordered the title of the ordinance read. The title of the ordinance was read. 12/21/77 Page 4 427 CITY MANAGER ORD. NO. 754-77 APPROVING ANNEXATION OF LANDS OF GMT INVESTORS 2nd Reading~Adoption (CONT' D. ) ORD. NO. 755-77 APPROVING ANNEXATION OF PORTION OF ALBRIGHT WAY 2nd Reading/Adoption 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 Padreddii,and passed by unanimous vote. Councilman Padreddii moved that the ordinance entitled, AN ORDINANCE APPROVING ANNEXATION OF CERTAIN UNINHABITED TERRITORY TO THE CITY OF SOUTH SAN FRANCISCO, DESIGNATED LANDS OF GMT INVESTORS IN THE VICINITY OF THE CARL SANDBURG SCHOOL SITE, 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, Terry J. Mirri and Leo Padreddii. Noes, none. Absent, none. In answer to Bob Albright of 2501 Albright Way, South San Francisco, the Director of Public Services explained the annexation. Mayor Damonte 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 Padreddii and passed by unanimous vote. Councilman Battaglia moved that the ordinance entitled, AN ORDINANCE APPROVING THE ANNEXATION OF CERTAIN UNINHABITED TERRITORY TO THE CITY OF SOUTH SAN FRANCISCO, DESIGNATED AS AN UNINCORPORATED PORTION OF ALBRIGHT WAY (SHERWOOD DRIVE) ADJACENT TO THE CARL SANDBURG SCHOOL SITE, 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, Terry J. Mirri and Leo Padreddii. Noes, none. Absent, none. 12121/77 Page 5 428 FIRE DEPARTMENT RESO. NO. 241-77 AUTH EXEC OF AGMT WITH COUNTY & MARY ' S HELP HOSPITAL FOR PARAMEDICS PILOT PROGRAM RECESS: RECALL TO ORDER: PUBLIC SERVICES RESO. NO. 242-77 OVERRULING PROTESTS ON RESO 52-77 - GELLERT BLVD EXT PROJ ASSMT DIST 73 Staff Report, dated December 21, 1977, recommending that Council adopt a resolution authorizing execution of an agreement between the County of San Mateo, Mary's Help Hospital and the City of South San Francisco providing for a pilot program utilizing mobile intensive care paramedics pursuant to the Wedworth-Townsend Act. In answer to Councilman Battaglia's inquiry, the Fire Chief explained the new agreement and differences in the contract. Councilman Battaglia then introduced a resolution entitled: A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING EXECUTION OF AN AGREEMENT PROVIDING FOR A PILOT PROGRAM UTILIZING MOBILE INTENSIVE CARE PARAMEDICS PURSUANT TO THE WEDWORTH-TOWNSEND PARAMEDIC ACT. Roll call vote was as follows: Ayes, Councilmen Richard A. Battaglia, William A. Borba, Emanuele N. Damonte, Terry J. Mirri and Leo Padreddii. Noes, none. Absent, none. Mayor Damonte declared a recess at 8:30 PM. The meeting was recalled to order at 8:43 PM with all Council present. Continued Public Hearing -- Gellert Boulevard Extension Project Assessment District - Confirming the Assessment. Letter from Susan Sweeney, President of the Serramonte Homeowners Association, regarding the Gellert Boulevard Extension Project. Letter, dated November 28, 1977 from Leo P. Sack on behalf of The Ad Hoc Committee to Review the Gellert Boulevard Extension, requesting that they be placed on the agenda. Staff Report, dated December 21, 1977, recommending that Council continue a public hearing to receive protests in relation to the proposed acquisitions and improvements for the Gellert Boulevard Extension Project Assessment District and then adopt the following resolutions. Mayor Damonte declared the public hearing opened and asked if there was anyone present who wished to spea~ in favor of the matter. No one appeared to speak. Mayor Damonte then asked if there was anyone present who wished to speak in opposition to the matter. 12/21/77 Page 6 PUBLIC SERVICES RESO. NO. 242-77 OVERRULING PROTESTS ON RESO 52-77 - GELLERT BLVD EXT PROJ ASSMT DIST (CONT'D.) <5"3' 73 Mr. Leo Sack, 2248 Shannon Drive, South San Francisco, representing a Westborough group, voiced opposition to the shopping center. He commented that a petition had been circulated in opposition, and he then proceeded to read the petition in full. He requested a 90 day extension to further investigate the matter. Mr. Sack also stated that traffic was a question in the minds of the people. The Director of Public Services replied that the additional traffic could be handled. Mr. Sack then filed his petition with the City Clerk. Mrs. Roseann Emerson, 594 Gellert Boulevard, Daly City, stated that she agreed with Mr. Sack and commented that they were never notified and would, therefore, like a continuance in order that the people in her area could be polled. She further commented on the increased traffic in the area which was of a concern to them. Richard Schneider, 2255 Shannon Drive, South San Francisco, spoke with regard to the increased traffic this would generate and objected to a commercial development. He suggested that this area be developed residentially. Colonel Rhea, Mananger of the Westborough Water District, replied to the comments of Mr. Sack and Mr. Schneider and stated that the construction of Gellert Boulevard and the development of the area was necessary in order to obtain the increased sewer service. Mr. Len Robinson, Manager of the Westborough Shopping Center, spoke in favor of the Gellert Boulevard Extension and stated that it was vital to the Westborough Shopping Center. He advised that a petition had been circulated and proceeded to read it in full. Mr. Robinson then filed his petition with the City Clerk. Don Atherton, Real Estate Broker representing the Black Agnus Restaurant, stated that his client wanted to establish in the area but that he wanted to see some definite action in this regard before signing any documents. Steve Cassidy, Attorney representing K-Mart, stated that K-Mart had entered into a lease and were serious in locating in the area. A dentist representing the doctors in the Westborough Center stated that the matter had been delayed long enough and commented that there was a need for Gellert Boulevard. He also remarked that the development would improve the area and urged Council to approve it. 12/21/77 Page 7 430 PUBLIC SERVICES RESO. NO. 242-77 OVERRULING PROTESTS ON RESO 52-77 - GELLERT BLVD EXT PROJ ASSMT DIST (CONT'D.) RESO. NO. 243-77 ORDERING CHANGES MODIFICATIONS IN BOUNDARIES OF ASSMT DIST - GELLERT BLVD EXT PROJ ASSMT DIST RESO. NO. 244-77 ORDERING CHANGES AND MODIFICATIONS - GELLERT BLVD EXT PROJ ASSMT DIST RESO. NO. 245-77 ADOPTING ENGINEER'S REPORT, CONFIRMING ASSMT & ORDERING WORK - GELLERT BLVD EXT PROJ ASSMT DIST After further discussion and there being no one else to speak, Mayor Damonte declared the public hearing closed. After an explanation of the resolution by Ken Jones, Attorney for the Assessment District, Councilman Mirri introduced a resolution entitled: A RESOLUTION OVERRULING PROTESTS ON RESOLUTION OF INTENTION NO. 52-77. Roll call vote was as follows: Ayes, Councilmen Richard A. Battaglia, Emanuele N. Damonte, Terry J. Mirri and Leo Padreddii. Noes, none. Absent, none. Abstain, Councilman William A. Borba. Public Hearing -- Gellert Boulevard Extension Project Assessment District - Modifying the Boundary. Staff Report, dated December 21, 1977, recommending that Council conduct a public hearing to receive protests in relation to the proposed boundary modification for the Gellert Boulevard Extension Project Assessment District and in relation to the proposed formation of the Gellert Boulevard Extension Grading Maintenance District and then adopt the following resolutions. Mr. Ken Jones stated that a second public hearing was not required and that the first public hearing took care of the matter. He then explained the order in which the resolutions were to be adopted, and after a brief explanation of this resolution Councilman Padreddii introduced a resolution entitled: A RESOLUTION ORDERING CHANGES AND MODIFICATIONS AND MODIFICATIONS IN THE BOUNDARIES OF ASSESSMENT DISTRICT. Roll call vote was as follows: Ayes, Councilmen Richard A. Battaglia, Emanuele N. Damonte, Terry J. Mirri and Leo Padreddii. Noes, none. Absent, none. Abstain, Councilman William A. Borba. After explanations by Mr. Ken Jones, Attorney for the Assessment District, Mr. Ted Tronoff, Assessment District Engineer and Mr. Ralph Clark, Appraiser, Councilman Mirri introduced a resolution entitled: A RESOLUTION ORDERING CHANGES AND MODIFICATIONS. Roll call vote was as follows: Ayes, Councilmen Richard A. Battaglia, Emanuele N. Damonte, Terry J. Mirri and Leo Padreddii. Noes, none. Absent, none. Abstain, Councilman William A. Borba. After a brief explanation by Ken Jones, Councilman Padreddii introduced a resolution entitled: A RESOLUTION AND ORDER ADOPTING ENGINEER'S REPORT, CONFIRMING THE ASSESSMENT AND ORDERING THE WORK AND ACQUISITIONS. 12/21/77 Page 8 PUBLIC SERVICES RESO. NO. 245-77 ADOPTING ENGINEER'S REPORT, CONFIRMING ASSMT & ORDERING RESO. NO. DESIGNATING COLLECTION OFFICER GELLERT BLVD EXT PROJ ASSMT DIST RESO. NO. 247-77 ORDERING FORMATION OF GELLERT BLVD EXT GRADING MAINT DIST RESO. NO. 248-77 AWARDING SALE OF BONDS - GELLERT BLVD EXT PROJ ASSMT DIST RESO. NO. 249-77 AWARD OF CONTRACT - GELLERT BLVD EXT PROJ ASSMT DIST Roll call vote was as follows: Ayes, Councilmen Richard A. Battaglia, Emanuele N. Damonte, Terry J. Mirri and Leo Padreddii. Noes, none. Absent, none. Abstain, Councilman William A. Borba. After a brief explanation by Ken Jones, Assessment District Attorney, Councilman Padreddii introduced a resolution entitled: A RESOLUTION DESIGNATING COLLECTION OFFICER. Roll call vote was as follows: Ayes, Councilmen Richard A. Battaglia, Emanuele N. Damonte, Terry J. Mirri and Leo Padreddii. Noes, none. Absent, none. Abstain, Councilman William A. Borba. Mr. Ken Jones, Assessment District Attorney, explained the Grading Maintenance District, after which Councilman Padreddii introduced a resolution entitled: A RESOLUTION ORDERING FORMATION OF GELLERT BOULEVARD EXTENSION GRADING MAINTENANCE DISTRICT. Roll call vote was as follows: Ages, Councilmen Richard A. Battaglia, Emanuele N. Damonte, Terry J. Mirri and Leo Padreddii. Noes, none. Absent, none. Abstain, Councilman William A. Borba. Staff Report, dated December 21, 1977, recommending that Council adopt a resolution awarding the sale of bonds for the Gellert Boulevard Extension Project Assessment District. Mr. Ken Jones, Assessment District Attorney, gave a compilation of the bids received and stated that the bid of Bank of America was the best bid. He recommended award to that firm. Councilman Padreddii introduced a resolution entitled: A RESOLUTION AWARDING THE SALE OF BONDS FOR THE GELLERT BOULEVARD EXTENSION PROJECT ASSESSMENT DISTRICT. Roll call vote was as follows: Ayes, Councilmen Richard A. Battaglia, Emanuele N. Damonte, Terry J. Mirri and Leo Padreddii. Noes, none. Absent, none. Abstain, Councilman William A. Borba. Staff Report, dated December 21, 1977, reconunending that Council adopt a resolution awarding the Gellert Boulevard Extension Project Assessment District, Project No. ST-77-5, Phase ~ - Grading, to M. L. Dubach, Inc., of Davis, California, who submitted the lowest responsible bid in the amount of $410,402.00. 12/21/77 Page 9 43z PUBLIC SERVICES RESO. NO. 249-77 AWARD OF CONTRACT - GELLERT BLVD EXT PROJ ASSMT DIST RECESS RECALL TO ORDER: RESO. NO. 250-77 AUTH EXEC OF AGMT - PROCESSING & REMOVAL OF SLUDGE DISCHARGED AT TREATMENT PLANT ITEMS FROM STAFF REQUEST OF ROTARY PLAZA FOR BALLOT MEASURE After a brief explanation, Councilman Padreddii introduced a resolution entitled: A RESOLUTION OF AWARD OF CONTRACT. Roll call vote was as follows: Ayes, Councilmen Richard A. Battaglia, Emanuele N. Damonte, Terry J. Mirri and Leo Padreddii. Noes, none. Absent, none. Abstain, Councilman William A. Borba. Mayor Damonte declared a recess at 10:30 PM. The meeting was recalled to order by Mayor Damonte at 10:45 PM with all Council present. Staff Report, dated December 21, 1977, recommending that Council adopt a resolution authorizing the execution of an agreement for the processing and removal of sludge discharged at the Sewer Treatment Plant. Councilman Borba requested to be excused from the discussion and any action taken on this matter since he performed work for this firm. Mayor Damonte excused Councilman Borba. Discussion followed at which time the Director of Public Services explained the contract and the City Attorney explained the changes in the contract. After discussion Councilman Battaglia introduced a resolution entitled: A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTION OF AN AGREEMENT - PROCESSING AND REMOVAL OF SLUDGE DISCHARGED AT THE SEWER TREATMENT PLANT. Roll call vote was as follows: Ayes, Councilmen Richard A. Battaglia, Emanuele N. Damente, Terry J. Mirri and Leo Padreddii. Noes, none. Absent, Councilman WilliamA. Borba . The City Manager explained the request of Rotary Plaza for the placement of a ballot measure for the March election for approval by the voters of additional housing. He commented that the bi-lingual translation could not be received in time for publication, and that from $1,500 to $2,500 would have to be appropriated. He further stated that it was not certain that this was an urgency to get on the March ballot but rather it could be placed on the June or November ballot. He added that this measure might conflict with the Police Facility measure if placed on the March ballot. Mr. Bill Meehan explained the project and its incorporation with Rotary Plaza. He stated that delays could result in the loss of the property in question. 12/21/77 Page 10 ITEMS FROM STAFF REQUEST OF ROTARY PLAZA FOR BALLOT MEASURE ' D. ) CONT $7 COLINA PROJECT ITEMS FROM COUNCIL MANHOLE COVERS ON ORANGE & LINDEN AVENUES SEASONS GREETINGS ADJOURNMENT Discussion followed between Council, staff and Mr. Meehan, after which it was agreed that the matter would be held for the June ballot with the City assisting in this regard. Mr. Robert Yee, City Engineer, stated that earlier Colonel Rhea of the Westborough Water District made the statement that the City Engineering Department was holding up the Colina Project in Westborough. He explained in detail the problems that the City had encountered since 1970 with the completion by developers of Appian Way and that it was for this reason that the delays had occurred and not on the part of the City. Councilman Padreddii brought to Council's attention the fact that manhole covers on Orange and Linden Avenues where new paving had been installed still required filing in. The Director of Public Services stated that these were Public Utility manhole covers and that the work was to be done by them. He stated that he would contact them and, in the event they did.not attend to this, the City could perform the work and bill the Utility companies. Councilman Battaglia extended Seasons Greetings to everyone. After extending Seasons Greetings and there being .nothin~ under Good and Welfare, Mayor Damonte adjourned the meeting. Time of adjournment was 11:10 PM. RESPECTFULLY SUBMITTED: Arthur A. Rodondi, City Clerk City of South San Francisco APPROVED: Emanuele N. Damonte, 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, review and copying. 12/21/77 Page 11