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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes 1979-03-26Mayor Terry J. Mirri Vice Mayor Ronald G. Acosta Council: William A. Borba Emanuele N. Damonte Roberta Cerri Teglia MINUTES CITY COUNCIL So. San Francisco High School Auditorium March 26, 1979 AGENDA Adjourned Regular Meeting CALL TO ORDER (TF-OO1) ROLL CALL PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE AGENDA REVIEW Request for Executive Personnel Session at conclusion of the meeting CITY MANAGER Staff Report 3/26/79 recommending Council uphold the recommendation of the Planning Commission by introducing the ordinance rezoning the following properties: RZ-78-50 and Negative Declaration No. 177/ City of South San Francisco RZ-78-51 and Negative Declaration No. 176/ Robert Mantegani (Appeal) RZ-78-53 and Negative Declaration No. 193/ Rino, Bianca & Maria Gemignani RZ-78-54 and Negative Declaration No. 193/ Elsie Lagomarsino et al (Appeal) RZ-78-55 and Negative Declaration No. 193/ Jeanette Rose Ghiozzi (Appeal) from R-3, R-2, R-1 and "U" Unclassified to Residential Planned Development - 10 units to the acre (RPD-IO) (TF-056) ACTION TAKEN Adjourned Regular Meeting 7:45 p.m. Mayor Mirri presiding. Council present: Acosta, Borba, Damonte, Teglia, and Mayor Mirri Recited No objections - so ordered CITY MANAGER Mayor Mirri explained the reason for the meeting this evening - to decide the merits of the appeal. Mayor Mirri then outlined the precedure of the evening's hearing. City Planner Costanzo read the Staff Report 3/26/79 in full. Mayor Mirri stated that he would entertain a motion that the proceedings of the Planning Commission Minutes be incorporated into the records for the referral and reference process. M/S Acosta/Damonte - So moved. Unanimously carried by voice vote. Mayor Mirri declared the Public Hearing opened and stated that all would have an opportunity to speak and would be called upon by the order of the name cards filled out. He commented that, after the Public Hearing was closed, Council would deliberate and there would be no more public testimony. Mr. James Keegan, 1244 Crestwood Drive, spoke in opposition to the Mayor's statement. AGENDA (Continued) CITY MANAGER (.Continued) Staff Report 3/26/79 recommending Council uphold the recommendation of the Planning Commission by introducing the ordinance rezoning the following properties: RZ-78-51 - RZ-78-55 (Continued) (TF-114) (TF-120) (TF-131) (TF-147) ACTION TAKEN (Continued) CITY MANAGER (_Continued) City Attorney Noonan stated that it was Council's prerogative to set the ground rules. M/S Borba/Damonte - That the public be permitted to address the issue "under the question" if their testimony was not repetitious. Carried by majority voice vote;Mirri voting "No." Councilman Borba read into the records the commu- nications from Janetle Williamson, Mrs. Ford R. (June) Smith; Roland and Fern Ludwick; Pat Droskyl Alene Minucciani; Mary Lee POkrywska, Fred R. Smith; Rev. Jacquelene Meadows; Grant E. Teakle; declaring opposition to high density development. Councilman Acosta then read into the records the letter dated March 26, 1979 from Robert J. Mantegani; and dated February 22, 1979 from Elsie Lagomarsino and Jeanette Rose Ghiozzi, appealing the decision of Planning Commission. Councilwoman Teglia read into the record the communication opposing the development from Pat Martinson. Councilman Acosta stated that he received a total of 4 - two from Pat Droski and Richard Paiva. Councilman Borba moved to uphold the decision of the Planning Commission and introduce the ordinance. Motion died for lack of a second and it was Council's desire to proceed with the Public Hearing. Mayor Mirri invited the appellants to speak. No one spoke. Mayor Mirri invited the proponents to speak. Mr. Lawrence Casey, 363 Forestview Drive, stated that a presentation had been prepared and re- quested permission to present it. Mr. Raymond Latham, 495 Holly Avenue, resident of 18 years, thanked Council for the opportunity for the public to speak on the matter and stated that Council, as their representatives, should set aside personal conflict of interests and listen to the people. He congratulated the Planning Commission for listening to the people's concerns about high density. 3/26/79 Page 2 AGENDA (Continued) CITY MANAGER (Continued) Staff Report 3/26/69 recommending Council uphold the recommendation of the Planning Commission by introducing the ordinance rezoning the following properties: RZ-78-51 - RZ-78-55 (Continued) (TF-217) (TF-251) (TF-326) (TF-352) (TF-371) ACTION TAKEN[Continued) CITY'MANAGER (Continued) Mr. Latham continued by reciting the concerns about rezoning higher than the recommended RPD 10. He stated that an RPD 13 or 25 would not be of benefit to the residents but only to the develope~ He cited the purchase of the Grand & Chestnut Ave. property for the Public Safety Facility and fur- ther commented on the character of the neighbor- hood as a single-famil.¥-dwelling community. He concluded by requesting Council to represent the citizens and approve the Planning Commission's recommendation. Mrs. Doris Agee, 819 Ridge Court, expressed her pleasure of the Planning Commission's recommend- ation of denial for the higher densitywhich would be unacceptable for her neighborhood. She commented on the contrast of 10 units per acre to 25 to an acre. She spoke on the family structure and problems of vehicular parking and on open and green space. She stated that anything above 10 units to an acre could not be tolerated and urged Council to accept the recom- mendation of the Planning Commission of RPD 10. Mr. Lawrence Casey at this time presented a slide presentation showing pictures of residences in Sunshine Gardens, Stonegate Ridge development, Brosnan developement. Skyline Village project, Westborough, parked vehicles and parking areas. Mr. Jack Murray, 1043 Crestwood Drive, stated that everything has been said but wished to take a few minutes to review the pre-election state- ments of members of Council. He quoted excerpts from statements of Councilwoman Teglia, Mayor Mirri, Councilmen Damonte and Acosta. He con- cluded by stated that these were the reasons he voted for Council and asked Council to vote for them. Mrs. Claire Latham, 495 Holly Avenue, stated she had no prepared statement but would request the submission of petitions circulated earlier with approximately 320 signatures in favor of low density zoning for this area. She read the brief statement at the head of the petition and requested Council approve the RPD 10. Mr. Dennis Travins, 304 Holly Avenue, stated that, as a resident of 3 years, he wished to preserve the single family area in which he lives and of his wishes to speak and be heard. 3/26/79 Page 3 AGENDA (Continued CITY MANAGER (_Continued) Staff Report 3/26/79 recommending Council uphold the recommendation of the Planning Commission by introducing the ordinance rezoning the following properties: RZ-78-51 - RZ-78-55 (Continued) (TF-390) (TF-400) (TF-412) (TF-428) (TF-437) (TF-455) (TF-485) (TF-490) ACTION TAKEN (Continued) CITY MANAGER (Continued) 81 Mr. Travins continued by saying that CAL was an organizing tool for his community, He stated that he had been living in New York and compared its communities to those of South San Francisco. He requested RPD 10 zoning. Mrs. Gloria Beckstrom, 389 Willow Avenue, stated that she managed 28 units and would prefer to see single family dwellings in place of apartments. She spoke about insect and rodent problems in apartment and condominium living. Reverend Jacqueline Meadows, Methodist Minister, 31 Circle Court, spoke to the issue of social problems, including the nutritional, transpor- tation, and isolated lives as a result of apartment living. She stated that social services do not have sufficient funds to address these issues and requested low density in this area. Mrs. Joan Grant, 862 Stonegate Drive, Secretary of Stonegate Ridge No. 1 Howmeowners Association, and original buyer of one of the 14 units, ex- panded on the Planned Community having indivi- dual fences and patios, and common greens. She stated that this was becoming less because of increased high density building. She passed pictures to illustrate the high density. Mr. Albert Ceffalo, 1082 Grand Avenue, resident for 20 years, expressed his concerns and requeste¢ Council listen to the individual rather than to the developers. Mrs. Cecilia Murphy, 253 Oakcrest Drive, stated she was not speaking as a member of CAL but as a resident of 23 years. She commented on the Willow Gardens area and the debris and vandalism which occurs in that area. She commented on the safety of pedestrians in Sunshine Gardens should a higher density be allowed. Mr. James Thompson, 1048 Crestwood Drive, spoke in prose, contrasting apartments and condominiums against single-family dwellings and their public services. Mr. Klaus Gabler, 371 Forest View Drive, spoke in opposition to the density. Council recessed from 9:15 to 9:32 p.m. All Council present. 3/26/79 Page 4 AGENDA (Continued) CITY MANAGER (Continued) ACTION TAKEN (Continued) CITY MANAGER (.Continued) Staff Report 3/26/79 recommending Council uphold the recommendation of the Planning Commission by introducing the ordinance rezoning the following properties: RZ-78-51 - RZ-78-55 (Continued) (TF-491) (TF-504) (TF-510) (TF-518) Mr. Richard Paiva, 1213 Birch Avenue, stated he has lived in South San Francisco for 43 years. He commented on a previous meeting concerning Country' Club Park and requested the same consid- eration as given to them. He mentioned the per- centage of low-cost housing which the City could be faced with. Mrs. Elizabeth Ross Samuelson, 1765 Hillside Blvd. 41-year resident of South San Francisco, spoke in protest to the changes in South San Francisco. Ms. Leslie Stibdard, 347 Gardenside Avenue, spoke about children's not having a area for play should there be higher density. Mr. Morris Slater, 395 Holly Avenue, resident of 18 years, spoke about the changes of open areas which had occurred over the years. He spoke in support of the Planning Commission's decision. He commented on the General Plan as being a flexible document. (TF-536) Mr. Mark Addiego, 329 Evergreen Drive, stated he had worked in many Council campaigns and believed that the elected officials represented peoples' views and feelings. He stated that he hoped Council would vote for the people. (TF-547) (TF-610) Mr. John Falsarella, 1385 La~uen Drive, Millbrae, former resident of Sunshine Gardens, supported the recommendation of the Planning Commission. He stated that Proposition 13 was a manifestation of people against this type of reaction. He requested Council to accept the recommendation of the Planning Commission for the common good of the residents of Sunshine Gardens. He commented that Millbrae was strictly an R-1 zoning. He further commented on the surrounding cities and zoning and property values. Mr. Jake Jones, 12 E1Campo Drive, commented on his previous locations and the advent of apart- ment houses' forcing his move to Buri Buri. He objected to "spot zoning" and requested approval of RPD 10. (TF-627) (TF-641) Mr. Casey again spoke, stated that he felt that perhaps some other areas could possibly not feel as they did and personally went out to the 600 block of Willow Avenue and circulated their re- quest. Of 17 contacted, 16 signed and 1 had no opinion. No one further spoke. Public Hearing. Mayor Mirri closed the 3/26/79 Page 5 AGENDA (Continued) CITY MANAGER (Continued)_ Staff Report 3/26/79 recommending Council uphold the recommendation of the Planning Commission by Sntroducing the ordinance rezoning the following properties: RZ-78-51 - RZ-78-55 (Conti'nued) (TF-655) (TF-822) 1st Reading/Introduction AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF SOUTH SAN FRANCISCO AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 353, AS AMENDED, ENTITLED "ZONING ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF SOUTH SAN FRANCISC~'AND ESTABLISHING AN RPD-IO RESIDENTIAL PLANNED DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT (TF-840) ~3¢--/~ y ACTION TAKEN (Continued) CITy MANAGER (.Continued) Councilman Borba stated that he had attended the .Planning Commission meeting and had listened to the people and read from a prepared statement. M/S Borba/Teglia - That the recommendation of the Planning Commission be sustained and the appel- lants' appeals be denied. Council addressed the issue¢ of density and its concern of the citizens; the process of hearings before the Planning Commission and documents presented; and Council's responsiveness to the needs of the community. Council further dis- cussed the matters of growth, open space, and quality of homes. Councilman Acosta read from a prepared statement recapitulating the earlier history of the pur- chase of the Public Safety site, the special election held and the breakdown of monies to recuperate the difference by means of rezoning to a higher density. He stated that should the motion not pass, he would suggest that the issue of "growth or no-growth" be placed on the ballot for the citizens of South San Francisco to decide. Mayor Mirri stated that he appreciated the appre- hension of density of residents in Sunshine Gardens because of the nearby Willow Gardens, but expressed his ideas of properly controlled growth and compatibility with surrounding areas. Councilman Borba spoke on his past experiences involving the purchase of property on Grand and Chestnut Avenues for the Public Safety site. Motion carried by majority vote; Acosta and Mayor Mirri voting "No." M/S Borba/Teglia - That the 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. The title of the Ordinance was read. Carried unanimously by roll call vote. M/S Teglia/Borba - That the Ordinance be introduced by reading title only, and authorize filing of the Negative Declaration. Carried Unanimously by roll call vote. 3/26/79 Page 6 AGENDA (Continued) ACTION TAKEN (Continued) ITEMS FROM COUNCIL Proposal for Building Moratorium (TF-846) GOOD AND WELFARE (TF-862) (TF-867) Executive Personnel Session (TF-878) RESPECTFULLY SUBMITTED, MarX~ar~ M. Pettigrew, Cit, y~ Clerk City of South San Francisco ITEMS FROM COUNCIL Councilman Borba inquired if it would be in order to propose a building moratorium in the City. City Attorney Noonan explained the legal procedure and the ordinance which would have to be drafted. Mayor Mirri stated that it would be a Council agenda item. GOOD AND WELFARE Mr. Casey expressed his group's gratitude to Council for their responsiveness to the people. Mr. Falsarella counseled Council on its account- ability. Council adjourned to an Executive Personnel Session at 10:36 p.m. Meeting was recalled to order at 10:45 p.m.; no action taken. M/S Borba/Acosta - That the meeting be adjourned to Wednesday, March 28, 1979, 4:30 p.m., Council COnference Room, City Hall. Carried by unanimous voice vote. Time of adjournment: 10:46 p.m. APPROVED: Terry J.IMir~', 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 are available for inspection, review and copying. 3/26/79 Page 7