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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes 1978-04-055O2 REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SOUTH SAN FRANCISCO HELD APRIL 5, 1978 TIME: PLACE: CALL TO ORDER: PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO FLAG~ ROLL CALL: PRESENTATIONS PROCLAMATION DESIGNATING MISS SSF DAY 77 RESO. NO. 38-78 COMMENDING MARGARET J. EHMKE AGENDA REVIEW 7:30 PM. West Orange Avenue Library Auditorium. The meeting was called to order by Mayor Borba at 7:30 PM. The Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag was recited. Present: Councilmen Ronald G. Acosta, William A. Borba, Emanuele N. Damonte and Terry J. Mirri, Councilwoman Roberta Cerri Teglia. Absent: None. Mayor Borba at this time called on Miss South San Francisco, Kathg Barrera, to receive a Proclamation designating April 15, 1978 as Miss South San Francisco Day. .After reading the Proclamation he presented it to Miss Barrera, who thanked everyone for the privilege of having served as Miss South San Francisco and the many fine things she had received while serving. Mayor Borba then called on Mrs. Margaret Ehmke to receive a resolution commending her for her services to the City of South San Francisco. After reading the resolution in full he presented it to Mrs. Ehmke, who expressed her thanks to the Mayor and Council for the resolution. Councilman Damonte then introduced a resolution entitled: A RESOLUTION COMMENDING MARGARET J. EHMKE FOR HER SERVICES TO THE CITY OF SOUTH SAN FRANCISCO. Roll call vote was as follows: Ayes, Councilmen Ronald G. Acosta, William A. Borba, Emanuele N. Damonte and Terry J. Mirri, Councilwoman Roberta Cerri Teglia. Noes, none. Absent, none. The City Manager requested that the following items be added to the agenda: Mayor Borba's request for Council Committee appointments. Executive Personnel Session to discuss a litigation matter. 5C3 AGENDA REVIEW CONSENT CALENDAR APPROVAL OF BILLS APRIL 5, 1978 There being no objections, it was so ordered. The City Clerk read the following items on the Consent Calendar: City Council Minutes of the Regular Meeting of February 15, 1978; and the Regular Meeting of March 1, 1978 - Motion to approve. Claim filed by Mrs. Frank Curti alleging property damages sustained as a result of the actions of Fire Departmentpersonnel - Motion to deny and refer to the City's insurance carrier and to the Office of the City Attorney. Councilman Damunte moved, seconded by Councilman Mirri and regularly carried that the Consent Calendar be approved as presented. Mayor 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." Anchor Post Products, Inc. Bergesen Electric, Inc. Berkey Cap Concrete, Inc. Coast Linen Service Custom Office Supply A. B. Dick Don & Jerry's Automotive Early American Paint Enterprise-Journal Endurance Metal Products Company B. F. Goodrich Goodall Rubber Company B. F. Goodrich Tire Company Graybar Electric K-H Supply King Bearing Paul Koss Supply Company Fred Lautze Lowrie Paving Company, Inc. Marshall-Newell Supply Company Meehan Battery Company Wm. Minucciani Plumbing Moore Business Forms, Inc. Olympian Oil Pump Repair.Service Company Tillo Products Company Union Carbide 4/5/78 Page 2 594 APPROVAL OF BILLS APRIL 5, 1978 (CONT'D.) FINANCE ORD. NO. 760-78 AMENDING ORD 709-76 AND CHANGI;¢G THE MEETING DATE OF THE PARKING PLACE COMM 2nd Reading/Adoption Xerox Corporation Zellerbach Paper Company South San Francisco Chamber of Commerce F. D. Minucciani First National Bank of Daly City South San Francisco Police Association Bank of America NT&SA Union Oil Mayor Borba called for a motion to approve the claims deleted from the original list. Councilwoman Teglia moved, seconded by Councilman Acosta and regularly carried. Mayor Borba stated, "I want the record to show that I did not participate in the vote." Mayor Borba ordered the claims amended to delete the claims listed by himself and called for a motion to approve the claims as amended. Councilman Acosta so moved, seconded by Councilman Damonte and regularly carried. Councilman Acosta thanked the Finance Director for the additional information requested on the list of bills and commented that it was most helpful. The Finance Director informed Council as to the time required to provide the information. Councilwoman Teglia also stated that the information was most helpful to her. Staff Report, dated April 5, 1978, recommending that Council read for the second time and adopt an ordinance designating the second Tuesday of each month as the regular meeting of the Parking Place Commission. Mayor Borba 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 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 Acosta and passed by unanimous vote. 4/5/78 Page 3 5 35 FINANCE ORD, NO. 760-78 AMENDING ORD 709-76 AND CHANGING THE MEETING DATE OF THE PARKING PLACE COMM 2nd Reading/Adoption ( CO NT ' D . ) CITY MANAGER RESO. NO. 39-78 SALE OF SURPLUS CITY PROPERTY AT 942 GRAND AVE RESO. NO. 40-78 SALE OF SURPLUS CITY PROPERTY AT 946 GRAND AVE Councilman Acosta moved that the ordinance entitled, "AN ORDINANCE AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 709-76 ENTITLED "AN ORDINANCE ESTABLISHING A PARKING PLACE COMMISSION PURSUANT TO STREETS AND HIGHWAYS CODE SECTION.35550, ET. SEQ." the entire reading of which has been duly waived, be passed and adopted, seconded by Councilwoman Teglia and passed by the following roll call vote. Roll call vote was as follows: Ayes, Councilmen Ronald G. Acosta, William A. Borba, Emanuele N. Damonte and Terry J. Mirri, Councilwoman Roberta Cerri Teglia. Noes, none. Absent, none. Staff Report, dated April 5, 1978, recommending that Council adopt resolutions for the sale of surplus City properties at 942 and 946 Grand Avenue and 401/403 Chestnut Avenue. The City Planner explained the buildings to be sold and the manner in which the sale was to be conducted. Discussion followed concerning the matter of appraisals, after which Councilman Damonte introduced a resolution entitled: A RESOLUTION DETERMINING FAIR MARKET VALUE OF SURPLUS REAL PROPERTY TO BE SOLD AT PUBLIC SALE, CALLING FOR SEALED PROPOSALS, PROVIDING FOR METHOD OF SALE, ESTABLISHING TERMS AND CONDITIONS RELATED THERETO, AND AUTHORIZING EXECUTION OF A GRANT DEED THEREFOR - A. P. 11-262-20, 942 GRAND AVENUE (FOUR UNIT APARTMENT BUILDING). Roll call vote was as follows: Ayes, Councilmen Ronald G. Acosta, William A. Borba, Emanuele N. Damonte and Terry J. Mirri, Councilwoman Roberta Cerri Teglia. Noes, none. Absent, none. Councilman Acosta introduced a resolution entitled: A RESOLUTION DETERMINING FAIR MARKET VALUE OF SURPLUS REAL PROPERTY TO BE SOLD AT PUBLIC SALE, CALLING FOR SEALED PROPOSALS, PROVIDING FOR METHOD OF SALE, ESTABLISHING TERMS AND CONDITIONS RELATED THERETO, AND AUTHORIZING EXECUTION OF A GRANT DEED THERFOR - A. P. 11-262-21, 946 GRAND AVENUE (FIVE UNIT APARTMENT BUILDING). Roll call vote was as follows: Ayes, Councilmen Ronal~ G. Acosta, William A. Borba, Emanuele N. Damonte and Terry J. Mirri, Councilwoman Roberta Cerri Teglia. Noes, none. Absent, none. 4/5/78 Page 4 CITY MANAGER (CONT'D.) RESO. NO. 41-78 SALE OF SURPLUS CITY PROPERTY AT 401/403 CHESTNUT AVE GENERAL REVENUE SHARING FUNDS MORATORIUM ON TRAVELING Councilman Damonte introduced a resolution entitled: A RESOLUTION DETERMINING FAIR MARKET VALUE OF SURPLUS REAL PROPERTY TO BE SOLD AT PUBLIC SALE, CALLING FOR SEALED PROPOSALS, PROVIDING FOR METHOD OF SALE, ESTABLISHING TERMS AND CONDITIONS RELATED THERETO, AND AUTHORIZING EXECUTION OF A GRANT DEED THEREFOR - A. P. 11-262-090, 401/403 CHESTNUT AVENUE (DUPLEX). Roll call vote was as follows: Ayes, Councilmen Ronald G. Acosta, William A. Borba, Emanuele N. Damonte and Terry J. Mirri, Councilwoman Roberta Cerri Teglia. Noes, none. Absent, none. Staff Report, dated April 5, 1978, recommending that Council establish criteria and a procedure for the allocation of General Revenue Sharing Funds to community based social services. The Assistant to the City Manager explained the two changes recommended at the Special Study Meeting. Councilwoman Teglia expressed concern for the smaller organizations who could not meet all the conditions of the City and could be excluded from participating. Discussion followed in this regard during which time the City Attorney commented on the modifications which could be made to permit smaller organizations to participate in the program. The City Attorney requested additional time to further study the modifications. Further discussion followed, after which, there being no objections, this matter was referred back to staff. Staff Report, dated April 5, 1978, recommending that Council consider the proposed interim policy concerning travel expenditures should action appear desirable at this time. Councilman Damonte suggested the elimination of travel in excess of 100 miles from the City. Councilman Acosta commented that if the City were to be reimbursed for such travel, there would be no need for eliminating it. Councilman Damonte then commented on the Police Department POST Training Program and stated that he had no objection if the City were compensated in full for this expense. In answer to the inquiries of Council, Police Chief Datzman explained the officer's time involved in the POST Training Program, the cost to the City, the reimbursement to the City from POST and the purpose of the program. 415178 Page 5 5O7 CITY MANAGER MORATORIUM ON TRAVELING (CONT' D. ) PARKS AND RECREATION PECKS LOT PLAY AREA POLICE DEPARTMENT AUTH PURCHASE OF MOTORCYCLE FOR DIRT BIKE ENFORCEMENT PROGRAM After discussion Councilman Damonte moved, seconded by Councilman Acosta that the City place a moratorium for one year on all traveling for conferences, conventions and anything else that could be placed in that particular category in excess of 100 miles from South San Francisco. In answer to Councilwoman Teglia's inquiry it was agreed that the moratorium would exclude all traveling for training purposes. Roll call vote was as follows: Ayes, Councilmen Ronald G. Acosta, William A. Borba, Emanuele N. Damonte and Terry J. Mirri, Councilwoman Roberta Cerri Teglia. Noes, none. Absent, none. The City Manager mentioned to Council that there was a Civil Defense Conference scheduled at San Luis Obispo and that attendance at that meeting was important. Staff Report, dated April 5, 1978, concerning Gardiner Avenue (Pecks Lot) and Cypress/Pine Playlot Revelopment. The Director of Parks and Recreation summarized the project background and the fact that bids had been rejected and new bids were to be called for. He explained the changes made, the mandated program, the alternates to the playground area and the changes made in design in order to save money. He stated that they would be scheduling a call for bids and hoped to have bids within 30 days. In answer to Councilwoman Teglia's inquiry, the Police Chief explained the lighting to be installed which had been reviewed by Officer Catelli of his department with the Pacific, Gas & Electric Company. Councilwoman Teglia then recommended that in the future the firm presently doing the work not be considered since they were not performing the job as they should be. The City Manager stated that this item was for information purposes only at this time. Staff Report, dated April 5, 1978, recommending that Council authorize the purchase of a new 1976 Honda motorcycle, Model XL175, for $730 to be utilized, as necessary, by police officers as part of a dirt bike enforcement program. The Police Chief stated that this item had first been discussed with Council at their Study Session and then summarized the report for Council. 415178 Page 6 POLICE DEPARTMENT AUTH PURCHASE OF MOTORCYCLE FOR DIRT BIKE ENFORCEMENT PROGRAM (CONT' D. ) RECESS: RECALL TO ORDER: PUBLIC SERVICES RESO. NO. 42-78 ORDERING VACATION OF PORTION OF HASKINS WAY, BENNETT & KAHNWEILER INDUSTRIAL SUBDIVISION RESO. NO. 43-78 AWARD OF CONTRACT FOR SO AIRPORT BLVD LANDSCAPING PROJECT After a brief discussion with Council and there being no objections, the Police Chief was authorized to proceed with the purchase of the dirt bike. Mayor Borba declared a recess at 9:05 PM. The meeting was recalled to order at 9:18 PM with all Council present. Public Hearing -- Abandonment of a Portion of Haskins Way, Bennett and Kahnweiler Industrial Subdivision. Staff Report, dated April 5, 1978, recommending that Council conduct a public hearing and then adopt a resolution ordering the vacation of a portion of Haskins Way, Bennett and Kahnweiler Industrial Subdivision. Mayor Borba declared the public hearing opened and asked if there was anyone present who wished to speak in favor of or in opposition to this matter. There being no one to speak, Mayor Borba declared the public hearing closed. Councilman Damonte then introduced a resolution entitled: A RESOLUTION ORDERING THE VACATION OF A PORTION OF HASKINS WAY, BENNETT AND KAHNWEILER INDUSTRIAL SUBDIVISION. Roll call vote was as follows: Ayes, Councilmen Ronald G. Acosta, William A. Borba, Emanuele N. Damonte and Terry J. Mirri, Councilwoman Roberta Cerri Teglia. Noes, none. Absent, none. Staff Report, dated April 5, 1978, recommending that Council adopt a resolution awarding the subject project to Munkdale Brothers' Inc. of Burlingame, who submitted the lowest responsible bid. The Director of Public Services explained the bids received and the work to be done. The Director of Parks and Recreation then explained the landscaping to be done and the materials selected for the area. Discussion followed between Council and staff relative to the bids received and the difference of $115 between the lowest bidder and a local contractor. Discussed as well was whether or not the award could be made to the local contractor, to which the City Attorney replied that it had to be awarded to the lowest responsible bidder. 4/5/78 Page 7 5O9 PUBLIC SERVICES RESO. NO. 43-78 AWARD OF CONTRACT FOR SO AIRPORT BLVD LANDSCAPING PROJECT (CONT' D. ) RESO. NO. 44-78 REJECTING BIDS - AIRPORT BLVD UNDERPASS AT SO PACIFIC RR CROSSING RESO. NO. 45-78 CALLING BIDS FOR AIRPORT BLVD UNDERPASS AT SO PACIFIC RR CROSSING SEWER RENTALS & CHARGES FOR FY '78-79 Councilman Acosta then introduced a resolution entitled: A RESOLUTION OF AWARD OF CONTRACT FOR SOUTH AIRPORT BOULEVARD LANDSCAPING PROJECT, PROJECT PR-78-1. Roll call vote was as follows: Ayes, Councilmen Ronald G. Acosta, William A. Borba, Emanuele N. Damonte and Terry J. Mirri, Councilwoman Roberta Cerri Teglia. Noes, none. Absent, none. Staff Report, dated April 5, 1978, recommending that Council: 1) Adopt a resolution rejecting bids for Airport Boulevard Underpass at Southern Pacific Railroad Crossing, and 2) Adopt a resolution authorizing staff to prepare plans and specifications and to call for bids for Airport Boulevard Underpass at Southern Pacific Railroad Crossing. Councilman Damonte introduced a resolution entitled: A RESOLUTION REJECTING BIDS - AIRPORT BOULEVARD UNDERPASS AT SOUTHERN PACIFIC RAILROAD ENHANCEMENT, PROJECT NO. ST-75-8. Roll call vote was as follows: Ayes, Councilmen Ronald G. Acosta, William A. Borba, Emanuele N. Damonte and Terry J. Mir~i, Councilwoman Roberta Cerri Teglia. Noes, none. Absent, none. Councilman Mirri introduced a resolution entitled: A RESOLUTION APPROVING PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS, AUTHORIZING THE WORK AND CALLING BIDS FOR AIRPORT BOULEVARD UNDERPASS AT SOUTHERN PACIFIC RAILRAOD ENHANCEMENT, PROJECT NO. ST-75-8. Roll call vote was as follows: Ayes, Councilmen Ronald G. Acosta, William A. Borba, Emanuele N. Damonte and Terry J. Mirri, Councilwoman Roberta Cerri Teglia. Noes, none. Absent, none. Staff Report, dated April 5, 1978, recommending that Council continue the review of the proposed modifications for sewer service charges and connection fees in order that the City establish updated sewer use rentals and charges for the 1978-79 fiscal year. Mayor Borba suggested that this matter be held over for hearing at the next meeting. Councilman Damonte suggested that one or two Council- members be appointed to work with staff in this regard. There being no objections, Mayor Borba appointed Council- men Acosta and Damonte. 4/5/78 Page 8 PUBLIC SERVICES SEWER RENTALS & CHARGES FOR FY '78-79 (CONT'D.) RECESS: RECALL TO ORDER~ COMMUNICATIONS APPROVAL OF PERMIT FOR SANTO CRISTO SOCIETY PARADE Discussion followed between staff and Council relative to the importance of following the time schedule and the need for establishing a public hearing date in order that rates be established by July 1, 1978. John Falsarella, 282 Westview Drive, South San Francisco, suggested that more time be taken to review the matter. The Finance Director stated that the schedule was necessary in order that all parcels of real property be completed by July 1, 1978. Further discussion followed at which time Jim Keegan, 1244 Crestwood Drive, South San Francisco, asked if San Bruno was paying its fair share. Mr. John Falsarella then commented on the Joint Powers Agreement with the City of San Bruno. After discussion Councilman Damonte moved, seconded by Councilman Mirri and regularly carried that the hearing date be scheduled for May 3, 1978 as suggested by staff. Councilman Damonte moved that the Council establish the proposed rate of $43 for residential property to be heard at the public hearing. The City Manager stated that the whole program should be considered. Mayor Borba declared a recess at 10:44 PM. The meeting was recalled to order at 10:56 PM with all Council present. Councilman Damonte withdrew his first motion. Councilman Damonte then moved, seconded by Councilman Acosta and regularly carried that the Council accept for consideration the total package as recommended by staff. Councilman Damonte then requested that he be removed from the committee and that Mayor Borba serve in his place. There being no objections, Mayor Borba accepted the appointment. Letter, dated March 9, 1978, from Manuel A. Lucas of the Santo Cristo Society requesting Council approval of a permit for the Santo Cristo Society parade to be held on Sunday, April 30, 1978. Councilman Damonte moved, seconded by Councilman Acosta and regularly carried that permission be granted subject to compliance with all City regulations. The City Manager informed Council that staff was already working in this regard and that there should be no problems. 4/5/78 Page 9 COMMUNICATIONS (CONT' D. ) WAIVER OF PERMIT FEE FOR OUTDOOR CARNIVAL (WESTBOROUGH PTA) ITEMS FROM STAFF FIREWORKS PERMITS USE OF VALUE GIANT BUILDING FOR KQED AUCTION Letter, dated March 25, 1978, from Linda Cimmet, Westborough PTA President, requesting that Council grant a waiver of the permit fee charged for outdoor carnivals. Discussion followed at which time it was pointed out that the carnival was to be held on school property and, therefore, would not make the City responsible. Discussed also was the need for police officers to which the Police Chief stated that the City would provide this service and would later bill the school district for this service. After discussion and there being no objections, the matter was continued to the Adjourned Regular Meeting to be held April 12, 1978. The City Manager commented that the City was receiving requests for fireworks permits and asked Council if they wished, to proceedin issuing these permits or should the matter be placed as an item on the agenda. Council- man Damonte requested that the matter be placed on the next agenda. The Finance Director informed Council that the Fire Chief's Association would not sponsor legislation in this regard. There being no objections, Mayor Borba requested staff to proceed with the permits. The City Manager next informed Council that the television station KQED had requested permission to hold their next auction in the Value Giant Building. The City Planner commented that they would like to move in this month, that the firm of Castle and Cook had no objections and that insurance certificates would have to be posted and responsibility assumed. Mayor Borba commented that Fire and Police personnel would have to be provided. In answer to Councilman Damonte's inquiry, the City Planner stated that the City would draft a permit and agreement in which they would have to agree to assume liability. After an explanation of the permit form by the City Attorney, Mayor Borba suggested that the City Planner, Police Chief and Finance Director meet and report back to Council through a Staff Report. 4/5/78 Page 10 512 ITEMS FROM COUNCIL COUNCIL REPRESENTATIVES ON AREA COMMITTEES REZONING OF PROPERTY NEAR SUNSHINE GARDENS BENCHES ON LINDEN A VENUE Mayor Borba at this time offered for Council confirmation the following Council representatives on Area Committees: ORGANIZATION REPRESENTATIVE ALTERNATE ABAG Borba Mirri Convention and Visitors Bureau Mirri Damonte National Organization to Insure Safe Environment (NOISE) Acosta Teglia San Mateo Operational Area Civil Defense and Disaster Council Damonte Acosta Representative to Board of Directors San Mateo County Development Association Tegli a Acosta Peninsula Water Agency Acosta Borba Regional Planning Commission Teglia Acosta Airport Land Use Committee Teglia Acosta Oyster Point Advisory Mirri Damon te Downtown Revitalization Damon t e Bo rba Councilman Damonte moved, seconded by Councilman Mirri and regularly carried that the Mayor's appointments be confirmed. In answer to Councilwoman Teglia's inquiry, the City Planner commented on the recent public hearing in Colma to rezone land opposite Sunshine Gardens. He stated that the Town of Colma City Council had voted to rezone the land and explained the possible uses this land could be used for. He also explained the position of South San Francisco in this regard and further discussions to take place. Councilman Mirri brought to Council's attention the poor and unsafe condition of benches on Linden Avenue and requested that some action be taken in this regard. The City Manager stated that a meeting would be scheduled with Sam Trans in this regard. 415178 Page 11 ITEMS FROM COUNCIL (CONT' D. ) PARKING LOT USED BY SAM TRANS ~/~ Councilman Mirri also commented on the need to clean up the bus parking lot used by Sam Trans. The City Planner stated that a letter had already been sent to Sam Trans in this regard and that this item as well as others were to be discussed. FIRE DEPARTMENT REORGANIZATION In answer to Councilman Mirri's inquiry as to when the Fire Department reorganization was to come before Council, the City Manager replied that it would be scheduled for the next Study Session. PARKING PROBLEMS Mayor Borba stated that he had received complaints concerning parking problems throughout the City and requested staff to take action in this regard. Council- woman Teglia commented on the problem in the lanes as well. Discussion followed during which time the Chief of Police reported to Council as to what had taken place so far in this regard. DNOD LOAN In answer to Mayor Borba's inquiry regarding the transfer of the Department of Navigation and Ocean Development (DNOD) loan to the San Mateo County Harbor District, the City Manager stated that an agreement would be presented to Council in this regard. GOOD AND WELFARE There being nothing futher to come before Council Mayor Borba asked if anyone had anything they wished to offer under Good and Welfare. VANDALISM AND LOITERING IN SUNSHINE GARDENS Mr. John Falsarella commented on the vandalism and loitering of juveniles in the Sunshine Gardens area. He stated that there was a need to take stringent steps and asked if the City Council would support the Police Chief if he had to take such action. Discussion followed in this regard at which time members of Council expressed their feelings. ADJOURNMENT There being nothing further to come before Council, the meeting was adjourned to Wednesday, April 12, 1978 at 7:00 PM. Time of adjournment was 11:55 PM. RESPECTFULLY SUBMITTED: Arthur A. RodondX, City Clerk City of South San Francisco APPROVED: William A. BS~ba, 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. 4/5178 Page 12