HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes 1978-04-19REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL
OF THE CITY OF SOUTH SAN FRANCISCO
HELD APRIL 19, 1978
TIME:
PLACE:
CALL TO ORDER:
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
TO FLAG:
ROLL CALL:
AGENDA REVIEW
CONSENT CALENDAR
APPROVAL OF BILLS
APRIL 19, 1978
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.
The City Manager requested that the item concerning the
Fire Department reorganization be placed at the end of
the agenda.
There being no objections, it was so ordered.
The City Clerk read the following items on the Consent
Calendar:
City Council Minutes of the Adjourned Regular Meeting
of March 14, 1978; and the Regular Meeting of
March 15, 1978 - Motion to approve.
Claim filed by Wayne D. Freeman alleging property
damages sustained while hanging a banner at the West
Orange Avenue Library - Motion to deny and refer to
the City's insurance carrier and to the Office of
the City Attorney.
Councilman Damonte moved, seconded by Councilman Acosta
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."
Adam-Hill Company
Bay Cities Building Materials
Bayshore International Trucks, Inc.
Bayshore Truck Equipment Company
APPROVAL OF BILLS
APRIL 19, 1978
(CONT'D.)
Bergesen Electric Company
Berkey Film Processing
Binks Manufacturing Company
Coast Linen Service
Cresta Bros. Auto
Crocker National Bank
H. S. Crocker Company, Inc.
Custom Office Supply
Demco Educational Corporation
Don & Jerry's
A. B. Dick
Early American Paint
Electro-Coatings, Inc.
Enterprise-Journal
Fairway Chevrolet
Federal Auto Parts
Goodall Rubber Company
B. F. Goodrich
K-H Supply
King Bearing
Fred Lautze, Inc.
Lowrie Paving
Maffei's
Marshall Newell Supply
Meehan Battery Company
F. D. Minucciani
Moore Business Forms
Olympian Oil
Overhead Door of San Francisco
George M. Philpott Co., Inc.
Pump Repair
Red Star Industrial
Rizzetto Welding
Sears, Roebuck & Company
South City Car Wash, Inc.
Superior Laundry
Ella Yamas
Zellerbach Paper Company
Western TV Cable
San Mateo County Transit District
First National Bank of Daly City
South San Francisco Police Association
Union Oil Company
Mayor Borba called for a motion to approve the claims
deleted from the original list. Councilwoman Teglia
moved, seconded by Councilman Damonte and regularly
carried.
Mayor Borba stated, "I want the record to show that I
did not participate in the vote."
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APPROVAL OF BILLS
APRIL 19, 1978
(CONT'D.)
Mayor Borba moved to approve the list of claims as amended,
seconded by Councilwoman Teglia and regularly carried.
FINANCE
RESO. NO. 46-78
AUTH AN INTERFUND
LOAN (PURCHASE OF
VALUE GIANT BLDG)
Staff Report, dated April 19, 1978, recommending that
Council authorize interfund cash loans of $1,000,000
from the General Fund and $446,000 from the Revenue
Sharing Fund to the Capital Improvement Fund in order to
purchase the Value Giant property.
Councilman Damonte introduced a resolution entitled: A
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING AN INTERFUND LOAN.
Roll call vote was as follows: Ayes, Councilmen Ronald G.
Acosta, William A. Borba, Emanuele N. Damonte and
Terry J. Mirri. Noes, Councilwoman Roberta Cerri Teglia.
Absent, none.
CALL FOR BIDS FOR
FIRE TRUCK
Staff Report, dated April 19, 1978, recommending that
Council, by motion, approve the specifications and
authorize the Purchasing Officer to call for bids for
one (1) Triple Combination 1250 GPM Pumper Fire Truck.
The Director of Finance commented on the additional
information obtained at Council's request and stated that
it was staff's recommendation that the City call for
bids.
At Council's request the Equipment Maintenance Supervisor
reported on the cost of refurbishing the present piece of
equipment and the cost of the new truck.
Councilman Acosta moved, seconded by Councilwoman Teglia
and regularly carried that the recommendation of the
Director of Finance be approved and accepted.
PEA~MARWICK, MITCHELL Staff Report, dated April 19, 1978, recommending that
& CO APPOINTED Council, by motion, accept the proposal of Peat,
AUDITORS FOR FY Marwick, Mitchell & Company, .Certified Public Accountants,
'77-78 to perform an examination of the City's financial records
for the Fiscal Year 1977-78.
Councilman Damonte moved, seconded by Councilman Mirri
and regularly carried that the recommendation of the
Director of Finance be approved and accepted.
CITY MANAGER
APPEAL OF UP-77-420/
JIM McLENNAN
Continued Public Hearing -- Appeal of UP-77-420/Jim
McLennan.
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CITY MANAGER
APPEAL OF UP-77-420/
JIM McLENNAN (CONT' D. )
ORD. AMENDING ORD. NO.
353 & DELETING 15-FT
REAR YARD SETBACK IN
M-1 & M-2 ZONES
1st Reading/Intro.
OFFER TO PURCHASE
PROPERTY AT CHESTNUT
& GRAND AVENUES BY
THOMAS SAFFRIN CO.
Staff Report, dated April 19, 1978, recommending that
Council uphold the actions of the Planning Commission and
deny the appeal of Jim McLennan for Use Permit No.
77-420.
The City Manager reported that the appellant had with-
drawn his appeal and that no action was necessary in
this regard.
Public Hearing -- Deletion of Required 15-Foot Rear Yard
Setback in M-1 and M-2 Zones.
Staff Report, dated April 19, 1978, recommending that
Council read for the first time and introduce an
ordinance that amends Ordinance 353, as amended, to
delete the required 15-foot rear yard setback in the
M-1 and M-2 zones.
Mayor Borba declared the public hearing opened and
asked if there was anyone to speak in favor of or in
opposition to this matter. There being no one present
to speak Mayor Borba declared the public hearing
closed.
After a report from the City Planner, 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 introduction.
Councilman Damonte moved that reading of the ordinance
in its entirety be waived and that the ordinance be
introduced and read for the first time by reading title
only, seconded by Councilwoman Teglia and passed by a
unanimous vote.
Councilman Damonte movedthat the ordinance entitled,
AN ORDINANCE REPEALING SECTIONS 3.74 AND 3.84 OF THE ZONING
ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF SOUTH SAN FRANCISCO," the entire
reading of which has been duly waived, be introduced,
seconded by Councilman Acosta 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,
~one. Absent, none.
Inter-Office Memorandum, dated April 19, 1978 from the
City Planner, concerning the offer from the Thomas Saffrin
Company to purchase the 5.4 acre City-owned property at
Chestnut Avenue and Grand Avenue.
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CITY MANAGER
OFFER TO PURCHASE
PROPERTY AT CHESTNUT
& GRAND AVENUES BY
THOMAS SAFFRIN CO.
(CONT' D. )
PARKS ~ RECREATION
ORD. AMENDING ORD. NO.
675-74 (CONCESSION
STANDS IN PARK)
1st Reading/Intro.
RECESS :_
RECALL TO ORDER:
At the request of the City Manager, the City Planner
explained his Inter-Office Memorandum and the offer from
the Thomas Saffrin Company stating that the sale would
be premature at this time and that a review should be
made by staff with an appraisal report to be submitted.
He recommended that Council reject the offer and reaffirm
the bid proposal and that no sale be made until the
zoning and public hearing was completed. Councilman
Acosta so moved, seconded by Councilwoman Teglia and
regularly carried.
John Falsarella, 282 Westview Drive, South San Francisco,
read his letter to Council in this regard, after which
he urged public notification when the matter was
rescheduled in order that the public could give input.
Petros Panagopolous, representing the Thomas Saffrin
Company, thanked Council for allowing them the opportunity
of making their presentation.
Staff Report, dated April 19, 1978, recommending that
Council amend Ordinance No. 675-74, Sections 9 and 15,
for a period of one year to allow the Youth Baseball
Manager Association of South San Francisco to sell
packaged goods at Orange Memorial Park and Buri Buri
Park during the 1978 baseball program.
The Director of Parks and Recreation commented that his
department had been approached by groups requesting
permission to sell goods at the two mentioned parks. He
explained the program and the fact that the Recreation
Commission had decided to permit this activity on a
one year trial basis. He stated that only packaged
goods would be sold, that no alchoholic beverages would
be sold and that proper insurance coverage would be
required from these groups.
Discussion followed between Council and staff regarding
the groups that would be allowed to sell these goods,
the type of permit, cleaning deposits and the fee schedule.
The City Manager suggested that this matter be deferred
if Council so desired until later in the meeting so
that a fee schedule might be prepared.
Mayor Borba declared a recess at 8:30 PM.
The meeting was recalled to order at 8:35 PM with all
Council present.
The City Manager stated that the City Attorney had a
suggested change for Council's consideration.
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PARKS ~ RECREATION
ORD. AMENDING ORD. NO.
675-74 (CONCESSION
STANDS IN PARK)
1st Reading/Intro.
(CONT'D.)
PUBLIC SERVICES
RESO. NO. 47-78
AUTH EXEC OF AG;4T FOR
INSTALLATION, MAINT ,
OPERATION &
CONVEYANCE OF GAS
FACILITIES- GELLERT
BLVD EXT ASSMT DIST
The City Attorney stated that the blank of Page 4,
sub-paragraph I, was for a fill-in for the amount of
the fee and that this had to be completed tonight before
Council had its first reading of the ordinance. He
further stated that this had been discussed during the
recess and that it might be more advisable to revise the
paragraph as follows:
"The Director shall establish a reasonable
schedule of fees and report these to the
City Council for confirmation."
The City Attorney stated that Council would confirm the
schedule of fees by resolution and requested Council's
permission to amend sub-paragraph I.
The City Council approved the change as recommended by the
City Attorney.
After further discussion 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 introduction.
Councilman Acosta moved that reading of the ordinance in
~its entirety be waived and that the ordinance be
introduced and read for the first time by reading title
only, seconded by Councilwoman Teglia and passed by a
unanimous vote.
Councilman Acosta moved thatthe ordinance entitled,
"AN ORDINANCE AMENDING SECTIONS 9 AND 15 OF ORDINANCE
675-74, ENTITLED "AN ORDINANCE REGULATING CONDUCT IN
PARKS; PROVIDING FOR ENFORCEMENT; AND PRESCRIBING
PENALTIES FOR VIOLATIONS," the entire reading of which
has been duly waived, be introduced, 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 19, 1978, recommending that
Council adopt a resolution authorizing execution of
Agreement for Installation, Maintenance, Operation and
Conveyance of Gas Facilities - Gellert Boulevard
Extension Assessment District.
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PUBLIC SERVICES
RESO. NO. 47-78
AUTH EXEC OF AGMT FOR
INSTALLATION, MAINT ,
OPERATION &
CONVEYANCE OF GAS
FACILITIES- GELLERT
BLVD EXT ASSMT DIST
(CONT ' D. )
COMMUNICATIONS
WESTERN TV CABLE
REQUEST FOR NEW
FRANCHISE AND RATE
INCREASE
RESO. NO. 48-78
COMMENDING
WALLACE E. MacDONALD
APPEAL OF UP-77-407/
VILMA G. PEORO
APPEAL OF UP-78-428/
JAMES C. ELMORE
The Director of Public Services reported that gas
mains were to be installed by the Pacific, Gas and
Electric Company in Gellert Boulevard with payment for
the work to come from the assessment district funds.
Councilman Damonte then introduced a resolution entitled:
A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING EXECUTION OF AGREEMENT FOR
INSTALLATION, MAINTENANCE, OPERATION AND CONVEYANCE OF
GAS FACILITIES - GELLERT BOULEVARD EXTENSION ASSESSMENT
DISTRICT.
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 19, 1978, recommending that
Western TV Cable's request for a new franchise and rate
increase be referred, first to the Cable TV Committee
for review and then scheduled for a Council Study
Session.
The City Manager stated that a committee was to study
the requests, and he suggested that a Study Session be
scheduled in this regard.
Letter, dated March 28, 1978 from W. E. "Skip" MacDonald,
advising Council of his resignation from the Recreation
Commission effective April 1, 1978.
Councilman Damonte introduced a resolution entitled: A
RESOLUTION COMMENDING WALLACE E. MacDONALD FOR 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.
Letter, dated March 31, 1978 from Vilma G. Peoro of The
Spring House Restaurant, appealing the decision of the
Planning Commission on Use Permit No. 77-407.
There being no objections and at the request of staff,
the public hearing was scheduled for Wednesday, May 17, 1978.
Communication, datedApril 3, 1978 from James C. Elmore,
appealing the decision of the Planning Commission on
Use Permit No. 78-428.
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COMMUNICATIONS
APPEAL OF UP-78-428/
JAMES C. ELMORE
(CONT' D. ) ~
At the request of staff and there'being no objections,
the public hearing was scheduled for Wednesday, May 17, 1978.
APPEAL ON ZA-78-44/
DONALD A. ESCHELBACH
Letter, dated April 12, 1978 from Donald A. Eschelbach,
appealing the decision of the Planning Commission on
ZA-78-44.
The City Attorney requested that the Council defer the
setting of a hearing on this matter because when the
matter was before the Planning Commission the vote was
two to two to disapprove. He stated that the motion
failed to carry and the Planning Commission was, therefore,
unable to comply with the section of the code which
required that the Planning Commission report their recom-
mendation to Council. The City Attorney then informed
Council that the matter came to Council deemed approved
and that Council would have to start a public hearing for
zoning.
The City Attorney then recommended that Council make a motion
that because of the expiration of the ten days provided
in the zoning ordinance for the report and recommendation
the notice be published. He suggested that it might
be possible to have the hearing on May 17, 1978.
Councilman Damonte so moved, seconded by Councilwoman
Teglia and regularly carried.
EL CAMINO REAL -
MISSION ROAD PATHWAY
d-jo/
Letter, dated April 1, 1978 from Carmen V. Dostie and
Marlene Bell, requesting that Council consider the
matter of a fenced pathway and footbridge in the vicinity
of E1 Camino Real and Mission Road.
The City Manager commented that a report would be
prepared for Council and that this matter was to be
discussed with the school district.
Carmen Dostie requested that the matter be continued
until after the joint meeting with the school district.
Council agreed to the continuance.
In answer to Councilwoman Teglia's inquiry, the City
Manager replied that there had never been an appropriation
of $100,000 for this purpose.
WESTBOROUGH TOWNHOUSES Letter, dated April 10, 1978 from Mr. and Mrs. H.
Horejsi, concerning Westborough Townhouses built by
~-cgW~ the J. H. Snynder and Company.
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COMMUNICATIONS The City Planner stated that the two letters had been
WESTBOROUGH TOWNHOUSES received on this matter and that the Planning Commission,
(CONT'D.) the Architectural Committee and Building Division did
not approve of Texcote but did approve of plaster. He
~--~ further reported that it was the option on the part of
the developer to use this material. He remarked that
there were actions that the complainants could take
in this regard and that the City stood willing to help
in any ~way it could. The City Planner also commented
on the alternate materials that could be used.
Discussion followed between Council and staff relative
to the present whereabouts of the developer, J. H.
Snyder and Company, the matter of a class action suit,
the course of action that the homeowners could pursue
and the setting of stricter standards. The Mayor
requested that staff proceed on this matter.
In answer to Mrs. Horejsi's inquiry, the City Planner
commented that the Architectural Committee approved the
outward appearance of the building and not the materials
used.
Mrs. Horejsi then inquired about the use of aluminum
siding, to which the City Planner stated that this
applied to certain types of buildings.
Further discussion followed at which time Mrs. Rosemarie
Balestreri, a resident of the area, commented that they
had invested a considerable amount of money to Put on
cedar shinges and asked if there were any Federal funds
available to assist the homeowners.
The City Attorney requested that the residents submit
a list of the number of people affected by address,
owners, the date they acquired ownership and the previous
owners.
RECESS:
Mayor Borba declared a recess at 9:47 PM.
RECALL TO ORDER'
The meeting was recalled to order at 9:57 PM with all
Council present.
Donald Grimes, 123 Francisco Drive, South San Francisco,
recommended the use of aluminum siding and stated that
he had it on his own home and that it made an attractive
appearance.
Mr. Horesji stated that the property owners should be
allowed to use the material they selected. A resident of
the area asked if a petition were circulated among the
residents as to the type of siding to use, would this be
a factor.
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COMMUNICATIONS
WESTBOROUGH TOWNHOUSES
(CONT'D.)
REQUEST FOR STREET
SALE ON GRAND AVENUE
FIRE DEPARTMENT
FIRE DEPT STAFF
REORGANIZATION
The City Attorney explained the ordinance that governed
the type of exterior appearance in this area and informed
Council as to the action it could take. He further
explained the reasons why the ordinance was drafted as
it was. He then suggested that the residents contact the
City with regard to a design that would be compatible to
the area in an effort to find a solution.
There being no one else to speak in this regard, the City
Manager advised Council that an attempt would be made to
have a report for Council for the first meeting in June.
Letter, dated April 12, 1978 from Victor Brincat,
requesting Council approval of a street sale to be held
on Grand Avenue on June 3, 1978.
The City Manager commented that it was not known if this
had been considered by the merchants or the Chamber of
Commerce and that this information should be obtained.
He requested that it be referred to staff for a further
report. There being no objections, it was so ordered.
Staff Report, dated April 19, 1978, concerning the Fire
Department staff reorganization.
The City Manager briefly commented on the original
report made in January concerningthe management level
and also on the vacant position of Assistant Fire Chief.
He stated that Fire Chief Zykler was present to discuss
the matter in detail.
The Fire Chief explained to Council the changes which had
taken place over the years, the additional personnel
and equipment in the department and the fact that no
provision had been made for management. He explained
the functions of the Assistant Fire Chief and petitioned
Council to consider an adjustment in the management
level.
Discussion followed between Council and the Fire Chief
concerning the proposed management changes, after which
Mayor Borba suggested that the matter be held over for
further study. Councilman Acosta suggested that an
examination be called for the position of Assistant Fire
Chief at once.
Councilman Mirri moved, seconded by Councilman Damonte and
regularly carried that it be the desire of Council that the
status quo of the department and the organizational
structure be left as is until notified otherwise through
this Council or through an initiative by staff.
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ITEMS FROM COUNCIL
RESO. NO. 49-78
IN HONOR OF JUDGE
CHARLES BECKER
RESO. NO. 50-78
IN HONOR OF JUDGE
W. HOWARD HARTLEY
LEO PADREDDII
APPOINTED SISTER CITY
COMMITTEE
REPRESENTATIVE
Councilman Damonte introduced a resolution entitled: A
RESOLUTION IN HONOR OF JUDGE CHARLES BECKER.
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 Mirri introduced a resolution entitled: A
RESOLUTION IN HONOR OF JUDGE W. HOWARD HARTLEY.
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 19, 1978, recommending that
Council consider the appointment of Leo Padreddii as its
representative on the Sister City Committee and that the
City obtain membership in Sister Cities International.
The'City Manager briefly gave the background on Mr.
Padreddii's work and involvement with the Sister City of
Lucca, Italy, and stated that it would be appropriate
to formalize this relationship and appoint him as Chairman.
Councilwoman Teglia moved that Council table this until
after the June election, stating that there was a cost
involved in terms of staff involvement and the development
of the program and that this figure should be determined.
She further stated that she would also like to consider
whether or not the City should become involved at,all.
Councilman Acosta seconded the motion. Roll call vote was
as follows: Ayes, Councilman Ronald G. Acosta and
Councilwoman Roberta Cerri Teglia. Noes, Councilmen
William A. Borba, Emanuele N. Damonte and Terry J. Mirri.
Absent, none.
Discussion followed between the members of Council
relative to the Sister Cities program and the membership
fee for the Sister Cities International in the amount of
$200.O0.
Mr. Padreddii commented that Council was going to have
to appoint someone since a delegation would be coming
from Lucca, Italy, later this year and someone should
be available to greet them and arrange for accomodations
and the like. He stated that he was willing to serve in
this capacity and suggested that the $200 membership fee
in the Sister Cities International be held up for the
time being.
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ITEMS FROM COUNCIL
LEO APDREDDII
APPOINTED SISTER CITY
COMMITTEE
REPRESENTATIVE
(CONT ' D. )
MORATORIUM ON APT
BUILDING CONSTRUCTION
IN THE CITY
USE OF VALUE GIANT
BLDG FOR KQED
AUCTION
BINGO ORDINANCE
ABANDONMENT OF
VEHICLES ON
ANTOINETTE LANE
After further discussion concerning the Sister City
program and its expansion to include other countries,
Councilman Damonte moved, seconded by Councilman Mirri
that the Council accept the recommendation as written
except for the $200 with the stipulation that Mr.
Padreddii be selected as the Chairman, that he be
responsible to appoint a committee and that there be
no cost to the City. Roll call vote was as follows:
Ayes, Councilmen William A. Borba, Emanuele N. Damente
and Terry J. Mirri. Noes, Councilman Ronald G. Acosta
and Councilwoman RobertaCerri Teglia. Absent, none.
Mayor Borba commented on the increased sewage processing
at the Sewage Treatment Plant due to the development of
apartment buildings and the subsequent increase in cost
to the City. He requested that the matter of a moratorium
on the construction of apartment buildings or a possible
increase in sewer hookup charges be placed on the next
agenda.
The City Manager suggested that a work session meeting be
conducted in this regard prior to being placed on the
agenda for Council's action. This was agreed to by
Council.
Mr. John Falsarella requested that the public be informed
as to the date and time of the meeting in order that they
might make their input.
Council briefly discussed with staff the request of
television station KQED for permission to use the Value
Giant building to conduct their auction. The City Planner
stated that the Fire and Police Departments were involved
and that it did not appear that there would be any
problems. Staff was directed to proceed.
In answer to Councilman Damonte's inquiry, the Chief of
Police explained how the Bingo Ordinance was being
administered in the City and the other neighboring cities,
including San Francisco.
Councilman Damonte next brought to Council's attention the
matter of abandoned cars accumulating on the dead end
portion of Antoinette Lane. The Chief of Police stated
that he had visited the site today and was aware of the
problem.
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ITEMS FROM COUNCIL
(CONT ' D. )
AGENDA ITEMS FOR
ADJOURNED REGULAR
COUNCIL MEETINGS
LENGTH OF CITY COUNCIL
MEETINGS
DETERIORATING
LANDSCAPE IN THE
WILLOW GARDENS AREA
GOOD AND WELFARE
LENGTH OF COUNCIL
MEETINGS AND AGENDAS
FOR ADJOURNED REGULAR
MEETINGS
MORATORIUM ON APT
BUILDING CONSTRUCTION
IN THE CITY
CHIEF OF POLICE
COMMENDED
TRANSFER OF FUNDS TO
SAN MATEO CO HARBOR
DISTRICT
Councilwoman Teglia brought three items to Council's
attention. She recommended that Council schedule a Study
Session ordiscuss this eveninga policy that Council
should not consider any items on Adjourned Regular City
Council Meeting agendas not listed inasmuch as public input
was not available.
The second item was the fact that Council should set a
time to adjourn Council meetings with those items not
having been discussed carried over to another meeting
night. Councilwoman Teglia stated that this would avoid
everyone from becoming over tired by the lateness of the
meeting.
Councilwoman Teglia then brought to Council's attention
a complaint she had received concerning the deteriorating
landscape in the Willow Gardens area. The Director of
Parks and Recreation requested that he be furnished
with the complainant's name and address and that he
would contact the person in this regard.
There being nothing further to come before Council, Mayor
Borba asked if anyone present had anything they wished
to offer under Good and Welfare.
Jim Keegan, 1244 Crestwood Drive, South San Francisco,
commented on the late meetings and the Adjourned
Regular meetings. He further requested that those persons
who subscribed to the agenda mailing also be mailed
copies of the Adjourned Regular meeting agendas.
John Falsarella, 382 Westview Drive, South San Francisco,
commented on the number of multi-dwelling buildings on
Antoinette Lane and Willow Gardens and stated that a
study should be made on the proposed moratorium.
John Falsarella, South San Francisco, commended the Chief
of Police for his performance at a recent Sunshine Gardens
School meeting and for his stand on law and order.
Mr. John Falsarella next asked about the transfer of
funds to the San Mateo County Harbor District. The
City Manager commented that the matter would have to come
back to the City Council for the execution of an agreement
between the City, the Department of Navigation and Ocean
Development and the Harbor District. The City Attorney
stated that the transfer of funds was discussed as well
as the agreement with each agency and that he would like
to redraft the agreement.
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GOOD AND WELFARE
(CONT' m. )
MORATORIUM ON APT
BUILDING CONSTRUCTION
ATTENDANCE AT
COUNCIL MEETINGS
ADJOURNMENT
Mr. Tim Brosnan, 640 Rocca Avenue, requested information
on the earlier mentioned moratorium to be placed on
construction of apartment buildings. Mayor Borba stated
that he had requested that this item be discussed at a
meeting with staff and the public and that Mr. Brosnan
would be notified.
Mayor Borba commended the audience for their attendance
at tonight's meeting and urged them to continue attending.
There being'nothing further to come before Council, Mayor
Borba adjourned the meeting.
Time of adjournment was 11:50 PM.
RESPECTFULLY SUBMITTED:
Arthur A. Rodondi, City Clerk
City of South San Francisco
APPROVED:
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.
4/19/78
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