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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes 1987-12-16Mayor Jack Drago Counci 1: Mark N. Addie§o Ri chard A. Hafl~ey Gus Nicolopulos Roberta Cerri Teglia MINUTES City Council City Council Conference Room City Hall December 16, 1987 OO0! AGENDA ADJOURNED REGULAR MEETING CALL TO ORDER: (Cassette No. 1) ROLL CALL: AGENDA REVIEW Motion to direct the City Clerk to cancel the Regular City Council meeting of 12/23/87. Motion to waive further reading of the Ordinance; Motion to adopt the Ordinance on Sign Regulations. 2nd Reading/Adoption AN ORDINANCE AMENDING SECTION 20.76.080(c) OF THE SOUTH SAN FRANCISCO MUNICIPAL CODE CONCERNING THE NOTIFICATION PERIOD FOR COM- PLIANCE WITH SIGN REGULATIONS Motion to waive further reading of the Ordinance; Motion to adopt the Ordinance on the Gateway ~--I Redevelopment Project. 5~ 2nd Reading/Adoption AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 20.57 (GATEWAY SPECIFIC PLAN DISTRICT) OF THE SOUTH SAN FRANCISCO MUNICIPAL CODE TO PERMIT OFFICE/SALES/SERVICE AND LIGHT DISTRIBUTION USES AND TO ESTABLISH RELATED STANDARDS ACTION TAKEN ADJOURNED REGULAR MEETING 7:06 p.m. Mayor Drago presiding. Council present: Council absent: AGENDA REVIEW Haffey, Nicolopulos, Teglia and Drago. Addiego. City Manager Lewis stated that he had nothing to add or delete from the Agenda. M/S Teglia/Haffey - To direct the City Clerk to cancel the regular meeting of 12/23/87. Carried by unanimous voice vote. City Clerk Battaya read the title of the Ordinance in its entirety. M/S Teglia/Haffey - To waive further reading of the Ordinance. Carried by unanimous voice vote. M/S Haffey/Teglia - To adopt the Ordinance. ORDINANCE NO. 1024-87 Carried by unanimous voice vote. City Clerk Battaya read the title of the Ordinance in its entirety. M/S Haffey/Teglia - To waive further reading of the Ordinance. Carried by unanimous voice vote. M/S Haffey/Teglia - To adopt the Ordinance. ORDINANCE NO. 1025-87 12/16/87 Page I AGENDA ACTION TAKEN Ordinance Adoption - Continued. Motion to waive further reading of the Ordinance; Motion to adopt the Ordinance on Conflict of Interest Code. 2nd Reading/Adoption AN ORDINANCE REPEALING CHAPTER 2.80 ENTITLED "CONFLICT OF INTEREST CODE" FROM THE SOUTH SAN FRANCISCO MUNICIPAL CODE Adoption of a Resolution adopting a Conflict of Interest Code. A RESOLUTION ADOPTING A CONFLICT OF INTEREST CODE FOR THE CITY OF SOUTH SAN FRANCISCO Orange Memorial Park land acquisition for review and Council action on the Resolutions and Ordinance to select a date for a Special Bond Election, and to determine the size of the bond issue (Election date options: 4/12/88; 11/88; 3/89). A RESOLUTION CALLING AND ORDERING A SPECIAL MUNICIPAL ELECTION TO ~W BE HELD ON APRIL 12, 1988 FOR THE PURPOSE OF SUBMITTING TO THE VOTERS THE PROPOSITION OF ISSUING GENERAL OBLIGATION BONDS (ORANGE MEMORIAL PARK) A RESOLUTION DETERMINING THAT THE~wa~ PUBLIC INTEREST AND NECESSITY DEMAND THE ACQUISITION, CONSTRUCTION AND COMPLETION OF ORANGE MEMORIAL PARK IMPROVEMENTS AND THEIR FINANCING BY MEANS OF THE ISSUANCE OF GENERAL OBLIGATION BONDS OF THE CITY OF SOUTH SAN FRANCISCO 1st Reading/Introduction AN ORDINANCE ORDERING THE SUBMISSION Carried by unanimous voice vote. City Clerk Battaya read the title of the Ordinance in its entirety. M/S Nicolopulos/Haffey - To waive further reading of the Ordinance. Carried by unanimous voice vote. M/S Haffey/Teglia - To adopt the ordinance. ORDINANCE NO. 1026-87 Carried by unanimous voice vote. M/S Teglia/Haffey - To adopt the Resolution. RESOLUTION NO. 129-87 Carried by unanimous voice vote. City Clerk I~attaya read the title of the Ordinance in its entirety. Discussion followed: that acquisition of the Mazzanti property would cost $1,800,000; the three options with the Ca Water property: 1) a purchase; 2) rental; lease with the option to buy; that plans had not been made to move the Corporation Yard which would require additional reve- nue; that a $5,000,000 bond measure would not take care of all of the improvements for the expansion; that the Mazzanti pro- perty had both a R-2 and an R-3 zoning in different sections, and had a value of $8.00 a square foot; that the Ca Water property was zoned as Open Space with a considerably lesser value; that CA Water Co. would consider a ten or twenty year lease; that having a bond measure that included the relocation of the Corporation Yard would confuse the voters; that the Council had always had the intent to relocate the Corporation Yard using funds derived from the sale of the GSA property; what the park expansion entailed; that Councilman Nicolopulos would like to see the ballfields made 12/16/87 Page 2 AGENDA ACTION TAKEN OOO3 Orange Memorial Park - Continued. OF A PROPOSITION OF INCURRING BONDED DEBT FOR THE PURPOSE OF THE ACQUIS- ITION, CONSTRUCTION AND COMPLETION OF ORANGE MEMORIAL PARK IMPROVEMENTS TO THE QUALIFIED VOTERS OF THE CITY OF SOUTH SAN FRANCISCO AT AN ELECTION TO BE HELD FOR THAT PURPOSE utilitarian; that the present plans for the expansion were conceptual; that there should be input from the citizens on the sports improvements; whether the bond measure had sufficient funds to accom- modate the ballfields; that if it was not sufficient future grants could be used from the State, etc. Consensus of Council - That the bond measure would be in the amount of $5,000,000. Discussion followed: that because it was important it should be brought to the voters immediately; how far the Council could go in promoting the measure; the City Attorney stated that the City could not expend City funds for the promotion; that the Staff could not promote the measure on City time; and that City people could not campaign on City time; that the Council could promote the measure by writing the ballot measure, and Council members could individually campaign, as well as be involved in com- mittees, etc. Mr. Jim Keegan, 1244 Crestwood Dr., stated that in the South Slope ballot measure four Council members had signed the document, and was delighted that this time everyone was on the same side in support of a measure. He stated that with the Supervisors and Council recent races there was a great deal of expertise that certain Councilmembers could lend in promoting the measure. He stated that he would look forward to working on a committee to promote the measure. Mayor Drago thanked Mr. Keegan and suggested naming a steering committee soon and work from there. He stated that Vice Mayor Teglia had volunteered her services, and encouraged the rest of Council to also volunteer. Councilman Haffey suggested that someone other than a Councilperson should chair the committee to avoid any controversy 12/16/87 Page 3 AGENDA ACTION TAKEN Orange Memorial Park - Continued. 1987-88 First Quarter Budget Review. M/S Haffey/Teglia - To adopt the Resolution calling the election for 4/12/88. RESOLUTION NO. 130-87 Carried by unanimous voice vote. M/S Haffey/Teglia - To adopt the Resolution of Necessity. RESOLUTION NO. 131-87 Carried by unanimous voice vote. M/S Haffey/Teglia - To waive further reading of the Ordinance. Carried by unanimous voice vote. M/S Haffey/Teglia - To introduce the Ordinance. Carried by unanimous voice vote. City Manager Lewis gave an overview of the First Quarter Budget Review, and stated that the City finances for the past year had resulted in a $500,000 figure in the black. He recommended that the $500,000 be set aside for catastrophic events. (A bound report as presented to the Council is permanently on file in the Clerk's Office for inspec- tion and review.) Councilman Haffey questioned if the surplus was due to a tightening of budget expenditures, rather than addi- tional revenue being received. City Manager Lewis stated that the City had received more revenue in specific categories. Discussion followed: that an additional $200,000 was anticipated due to the increase in the Scavenger franchise fee; that there were still sufficient funds to cover the approved budget; on a report from Management Sales describing 12/16/87 Page 4 AGENDA ACTION TAKEN ® 1987-88 Budget - Continued. 1987-88 First Quarter Goals and Objectives Status. ~ progress on missing sales tax revenue; that the sales tax revenue had suffered through relocation of American Hospital Supply, and closure of K-Mart; that the Price Club would offset the decline in sales tax by $600,000, and Genentech would also bring in sales tax revenue for the coming fiscal year; that every department was on target with their expenditures for the year with the excep- tion of City Treasurer, because of a salary increase not reflected in the budget, and the other one was the Fire Department that was running very very tight, etc. Councilman Haffey stated that a budget amendment should always be presented to Council when a salary increase was awarded. City Manager Lewis stated that he could present a budget amendment at the next meeting. Councilman Haffey questioned what infor- mation the City Manager had on the Fire Department expenditures that was not in the Council packet. He stated that the report was for the whole City rather than the report being shown department by department. He stated that all of the reasons for the Fire department being out of control should be spelled out for the Council in a January meeting. Mayor Drago stated that this should be put on the next agenda so that members of Council could be assigned to the various goals committees. City Manager Lewis stated that there would be forthcoming meetings for the generation of sales tax, and he wanted Councilmembers to be apprised of all information. He stated that analyses were being pre- pared on sales tax licenses vs. business licenses, and plans were being made to encourage major businesses to locate in 12/16/87 Page 5 AGENDA ACTION TAKEN 8. Goals - Continued. 9. 1987-88 Capital Budget discussion. (Cassette No. 2) GOOD AND WELFARE this City. He stated that the City had an intern from Stanford, plus the assistance of Stanford alumni that were working with staff to follow through on the new programs. Councilman Halley stated that he would like to see Council play a role in this program. Mayor Drago stated that he believed that the Chamber of Commerce would also like to participate in the program. Deputy City Manager/City Engineer Yee described the Capital Improvement Budget in detail (a copy of the Budget is on file in the City Clerk's Office for inspection and review). Discussion followed: that the street lights purchase of $200,000 was to take advantage of the PG&E rebate of City owned polls; that there was flooding on Orange and Commercial from storm drains being unable to handle run-off; that Mr. Yee should provide justification in the future for prioritization of street improvement projects; that an increase in sewer fees should be discussed at a meeting to accommodate needed major improvements; a study wanted on alter- natives of the maintenance of trees planted by Caltrans on County land that the City took over; storm drains and catch basins; bid process for the Cupola will go to the Council on 1/13/88; a study session requested on the Aircraft Noise project; why the stairway was put in by the City for the Stonegate people - City Attorney requested to research liability factor; Caltrans removed stairs by San Felipe - how can the City put it back for the benefit of the children; GOOD AND WELFARE Mr. Jim Keegan, 1244 Crestwood Dr., suggested soliciting parents of the pee wee league, girls softball teams and others in the community to promote the 12/16/87 Page 6 AGENDA ACT' ON TAKEN GOOD AND WELFARE CLOSED SESSION 10. Closed Session for the purpose of the discussion of personnel matters, labor relations and litigation. RECALL TO ORDER: GOOD AND WELFARE bond measure for the expansion of Orange Park. CLOSED SESSION Council adjourned to a Closed Session at 9:20 p.m. to discuss the items noticed. Mayor Drago recalled the meeting to order at 10:10 p.m., all Council present, no action taken. M/S Haffey/Teglia - To adjourn the meeting. Carried by unanimous voice vote. ADJOURNMENT: Time of Adjournment was 10:10 p.m. RESPECTFULLY SUBMITTED, Barbara A. Battaya~ City of South San Francisco APPROVED. /~y of South Sa~ Francisco The entries of this Council meeting show the action taken by the City Council to dispose of an item. Oral communications, 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. 12/16/87 Page 7