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CITY COUNCIL
CITY OF SOUTH SAN FRANCISCO
REGULAR MEETING
April 26, 2000
MUNICIPAL SERVICES BUILDING
COMMUNITY ROOM
33 ARROYO DRIVE
CALL TO ORDER:
7:35 p.m.
(Cassette Tape No. 1)
ROLL CALL:
Present:
Councilmembers Datzman, Mullin and Penna*,
Mayor Pro Tem Fernekes and Mayor Matsumoto.
Absent:
None
*Councilman Penna arrived at 8:52 p.m.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE:
Led by Mayor Matsumoto
INVOCATION:
Given by Reverent Richard Neeley, Grand Avenue Baptist Church. He announced that
Thursday, May 4, 2000 is National Day of Prayer and a ceremony will be held 12:30 p.m. at the
City Hall Fountain.
PRESENTATIONS
· Proclamation: Older Americans Month, May 2000 - Presented by Councilman Mullin to
Senior Advisory Boardmember Dag Alholm
· Proclamation: Municipal Clerks Week, April 30 - May 6, 2000 - Presented by Mayor Pro
Tem Fernekes to City Clerk Payne
· Presentation: $150,000 loan repayment from Fran Wagstaff, Director of Mid-Peninsula
Housing Coalition, for Greenridge housing project. Proclamation presented by Councilman
Datzman to Ms. Fran Wagstaff.
AGENDA REVIEW
No changes
PUBLIC COMMENTS
Mr. Nick Patterson, 103 Cherry Avenue, discussed his recent contact with the District Attorney's
office and Police Department regarding problems he is having with a neighbor. Mayor
Matsumoto advised Mr. Paterson to seek retribution through the court system.
Ms. Jackie Williams, 242 Longford Drive, stated her concern regarding the school zone
designation, the length of time it is taking to have the matter resolved, Councilman Datzman's
replacement for the School Liaison Subcommittee, 'and reinstating Good and Welfare on the
agenda.
Mr. Don Mason, 10 Arlington Drive, stated his frustration with the hearing process and the lack
of opportunity to address staff regarding issues.
Messrs. Norm Faria, Chamber of Commerce President, and Jim Metz, Chairman of the
Downtown Merchants Association, acknowledged Councilman Datzman for his community
service and presented him with plaques from each organization.
Councilman Datzman stated his appreciation for the recognition, announced that this was his last
meeting and acknowledged his family members that were present. He briefly addressed the
years he lived and worked in the community, his support for staff and appreciation for public
participation.
(Recess. 8:05 p.m. - 8:29 p.m.)
ITEMS FROM COUNCIL
· Community Forum
· Council Subcommittee Reports
Councilman Fernekes reported on the recent Oyster Point Overcrossing Subcommittee
(Matsumoto/Fernekes) meeting and the ArtRise Subcommittee (Matsumoto/Fernekes) meeting.
Two draft plans for a new theater were presented and further revisions were recommended. He
updated Council on the School Liaison Subcommittee (Femekes/Datzman) regarding Winston
Manor Homeowner's Association recommendation to adopt the "S" zoning designation.
Councilman Femekes stated his support for this designation and asked that this item be
agendized.
Councilman Datzman further commented on the "S" designation and explained the
complications that transpired. He stated his support for the school designation, disappointment
in the School District's upkeep of Serra Vista School, the pride the Homeowner's Association
have in their neighborhood, and asked that the matter be agendized.
At the request of Councilman Mullin, the ArtRise Subcommittee further explained the status of
the new theater and its cost ($2.3 million). The facility will include a gallery, theater in the
round, with 180 moveable seats, multi-purpose facility, two classrooms and a kitchen. Initial
discussions have been to assign the facility to the Park and Recreation Department. Funding
mechanisms are being explored.
Councilman Mullin announced a noise conference sponsored by Regional Airport Planning
Committee (RAPC) will be held at the Conference Center on May 4, 7:00 p.m. He encouraged
residents to attend.
Mayor Matsumoto thanked those students who participated in the Cultural Arts Commission
Annual Youth Art Show. She also recognized South San Francisco High School students who
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are participating in the Quiz Kids and have advanced to the second round of competition, which
will be held May 6, 12:45 p.m. The competition will be aired on Peninsula TV, Channel 26. She
also stated that a housing study session was held on April 19, and meetings are open to the
public.
CONSENT CALENDAR
Motion to approve the minutes of the April 12 special and regular meetings and April 13,
2000 community meeting
2. Motion to confirm expense claims of April 26, 2000 in the amount of $4,908,341.54
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Motion to accept the Avalon Terrace public improvements for maintenance, and release
the project bonds
Resolution No. 31-2000, awarding construction contract to G&G Builders, Inc. for Buri
Buri play area renovations in the amount of $48,830
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Resolution No. 32-2000, awarding construction contract to Vargas & Esquivel
Construction Inc., for Chestnut and Grand Avenues traffic signal improvements in the
amount of $187,317 and to amend the project budget of an additional $91,750 in Measure
A funds
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Resolution appropriating $89,500 from the Conference Center undesignated fund balance
to the FY 1999-2000 operations budget to fund professional services to conduct the
Conference Center expansion feasibility study
Item pulled from Consent Calendar for discussion (see below).
Resolution No. 33-2000, authorizing a master lease agreement with the Municipal
Finance Corporation for the acquisition of an ambulance, fire truck and street sweeper
Councilman Mullin requested Item No. 6 be pulled from the Consent Calendar.
Motion-Femekes/Second-Mullin: To approve Consent Calendar Item Nos. 1, 2, 3, 4, 5,
and 7. Approved by voice vote.
Consent Calendar Item No. 6: Councilman Mullin asked for clarification from
Conference Center Director O'Toole regarding the contract for the proposed feasibility
study and what it will encompass. She stated it will look at the demand for a potential
expansion, and based on sufficient demand it will look at what type of services the
expansion will include (meeting, exhibit, storage spaces, etc), financial projections, and
potential requirements for attracting a headquarters hotel to support an expanded center.
Councilman Mullin stated his objection to the scope of study and its focus. Discussion
continued regarding the hotel analysis information and how it will be used, actual
expansion of the Conference Center and how that will be accomplished, and linking the
Conference Center to a headquarters hotel.
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Conference Center Authority members Penna and Femekes stated their support for the
study. Mayor Pro Tem Fernekes noted this item was unanimously approved by the
Authority.
Councilman Mullin requested monthly informational reports on Conference Center
bookings be provided to Council.
Mayor Matsumoto stated the performing arts center could also be used for overflow
bookings.
Motion-Fernekes/Second-Penna: To approve Resolution No. 34-2000, approving a
budget appropriation of $89,500 from the Conference Center undesignated fund balance
to the FY 1999-2000 operations budget to fund professional services to conduct the
Conference Center expansion feasibility study. Unanimously approved by voice vote.
PUBLIC HEARING
Oakmont Vistas: Consideration of Negative Declaration, ND-98-054; Planned Unit
Development, PUD-98-054; Vesting Tentative Subdivision Map, SA-98-054; Tentative
Parcel Map, PM-98-054 - a 33-unit single family residential subdivision; Applicant:
John Hansen PSC, Inc. (continued from January 26, February 9, and March 22 meetings)
To be continued to June 14, 2000 meeting
Motion-Mullin/Second-Femekes: To continue Oakmont Vistas, PUD-98-054, to the June
14, 2000 meeting. Unanimously approved by voice vote.
ADMINISTRATIVE BUSINESS
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Receive projected use of funds for Community Development Block Grant Program Year
2000-01, approve resolution authorizing submittal of all required documents to the
Department of Housing and Urban Development and authorizing the execution of all
documents necessary to secure and award CDBG funds for the City (continued from
April 12)
Staff report presented by Housing and Community Development Manager Fragoso
Motion-Penna/Second-Datzman: To approve Resolution No. 35-2000, authorizing
submittal of all required documents to the Department of Housing and Urban
Development and authorizing the City Manager to execute all documents necessary to
secure and award Community Development Block Grant funds for the City.
Unanimously approved by voice vote.
10.
Consideration of report related to funding for Oyster Point Grade Separation Phases II
and III and resolution authorizing budget amendment
Staff report presented by Public Works Director Gibbs.
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11.
12.
Council complimented Director Gibbs for accomplishing the agreement for project
funding.
Mayor Matsumoto discussed with Director Gibbs the potential lack of bidders on the
project and the availability of cement. Director Gibbs indicated that there are contractors
who are interested in this project and although materials are in demand it is expected that
work at the airport will be slowing down when this project begins.
Councilman Mullin discussed with Director Gibbs the $897,000 allocated to pay for
contaminated soil clean-up, difficulties handling contaminants, and a previous
contractor's concern with handling contaminated material.
Motion-DatzmandSecond-Femekes: To approve Resolution No. 36-2000 authorizing an
amendment to the 1999-2000 Capital Improvement Program budget (CIP 00-4) for the
Oyster Point Boulevard Widening Project, Oyster Point Grade Separation Phase II
(Flyover) Project, Oyster Point Grade Separation Phase III (Hook Ramps) Project and
authorizing the City to enter into the funding agreement described in the San Mateo
County Transportation Authority (SMCTA) Resolution No. 1999-31. Unanimously
approved by voice vote.
Resolution adding the Corporex/Hilton Hotel site at Marina Boulevard remediation
project to the 1999-2000 Capital Improvement Program and establishing a project budget
of $1.8 million
Staff report presented by Public Works Director Gibbs.
With reference to the Third Amendment Ground Lease Agreement, Councilman Penna
asked for clarification on recovering costs of remediation through transient occupancy tax
revenues and length of time payback will occur. Staff explained the payback is
guaranteed whether Hilton builds or does not build. City Attorney Mattas clarified the
indemnifying provision. Director Gibbs explained how the site will be developed to
avoid an exposure situation and assured Council that additional remediation at the site
will require Council approval. Councilman Penna stated his concern regarding methane
gas and Director Gibbs stated that it will be controlled by a burner system.
Motion-Fernekes/Second-Mullin: To approve Resolution No. 37-2000, authorizing an
amendment to the 1999-2000 Capital Improvement Program budget (No. 00-6)
establishing a project budget of $1.8 million for the Hilton Hotel site remediation project.
Discussion of vacancy on City Council
Concern was expressed regarding Councilman Penna's vacation and Councilman Penna
stated he will be returning from his vacation in sufficient time to be prepared for
interviewing applicants on May 23. He suggested applications be transmitted to him as
they are submitted.
(Recess: 9:55 p.m. - 10:06 p.m.)
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13.
Council discussed options and agreed to Option No. 1: to receive applications, and
prepare documents in the event Council calls for an election.
Motion-Mullin/Second-Fernekes: To direct staff to place an ad requesting applications
from residents who desire to serve on the City Council and also to prepare documents in
the event that City Council elects to have the vacancy filled by election. Unanimously
approved by voice vote.
By consensus of Council interviews will be held May 23 and applications will be
accepted until May 19, 5:00 p.m. Applications will be forwarded to Council as they are
received and faxed to Councilman Penna in Europe. Depending upon the number of
applications received, thirty-minute interviews will be scheduled for May 23. Notices
will be sent to the San Mateo Times, Peninsula Independent, City's website, the
Community TV channel, and will be posted at City Hall, Municipal Services Building,
libraries, and City Hall Annex. Another announcement will also be made at the May 10
meeting.
Status report regarding Fair Political Practices Commission rulemaking process
Staff report presented by City Attorney Mattas.
(Cassette Tape No. 2)
City Attorney Mattas discussed with Council the current status of the Teasley opinion
and the time attorney Liane Randolph spends representing the City at FPPC meetings.
Councilman Mullin suggested the hours be reduced and that Ms. Randolph's services be
retained only for meetings held at the end of the process rather than interested party
meetings. Mayor Pro Tem Fernekes and Councilman Datzman concurred with this
proposal.
Councilman Penna discussed the history of the issue dating back to 1990, concurred with
Councilman Mullin's suggestion, and mentioned AB 1838 (related to the Political Reform
Act of 1974) be reviewed as it pertains to this matter and may solve the problem.
In response to Mayor Matsumoto, City Attorney Mattas stated it would be appropriate
that the final version of the regulations be brought back to Council for direction before a
position is taken on behalf of the City and the retainer will stop for the duration of the
rulemaking process.
Motion-Mullin/Second-Fernekes: Retainer will stop for duration of rulemaking process
and resume when final version of the FPPC regulations, related to conflict of interest on
land use issues, is brought back to Council for direction. Unanimously approved by
voice vote.
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CLOSED SESSION
14. Pursuant to Government Code Section 54957.6, conference with Labor Negotiator
Entered into Closed Session:
10:47 p.m.
Reconvened into Open Session: 11:07 p.m., all Councilmembers present
Report from Closed Session:
Mayor Matsumoto announced direction given/no
action taken.
ADJOURNMENT
Motion-Datzman/Second-Fernekes: To adjourn the meeting at 11:07 p.m. Unanimously
approved by voice vote.
Submitted by:
· Payne, CitOtClerk
City of South San Francisco
Approved:
~l!u~mot~o, ~!or
City of South San 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.
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