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CITY COUNCIL
CITY OF SOUTH SAN FRANCISCO
REGULAR MEETING
MAY 10, 2000
MUNICIPAL SERVICES BUILDING
COMMUNITY ROOM
33 ARROYO DRIVE
CALL TO ORDER:
7:37 p.m.
(Cassette Tape No. 1)
ROLL CALL:
Present:
Councilman Mullin, Mayor Pro Tern Femekes and
Mayor Matsumoto.
Absent:
Councilman Penna
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE:
Led by Mayor Matsumoto
INVOCATION:
Given by Rev. Cynthia Smith, First Baptist Church
PRESENTATIONS
South San Francisco Community Partnership and Census Update - Director of Community
Outreach Heather Quinn made a visual presentation and provided background on the
Community Partnership program and its accomplishments. She also provided an update on
Census 2000, reporting 72% of the questionnaires in South San Francisco were returned
compared to a statewide response of 67%. Census takers are now making home visits for
those who did not return questionnaires.
(Recess: 7:58 p.m. - 8:04 p.m.)
BART Update - Ms. Jaymie Steen made a visual presentation, hi-lighting important
information, including that the South San Francisco BART station is still in the design phase,
the kick-off party for the station is May 12, 69% of the project is completed, and that the
Colma and South San Francisco tracks will be connected on May 11. Mayor Matsumoto
asked if BART will be monitoring long term parking by airport travelers and City Attorney
Mattas responded that this issue was addressed in the BART agreement. He stated that he
will work with Ms. Steen and report back to Council on those provisions.
AGENDA REVIEW:
No changes.
PUBLIC COMMENTS
Mr. Joe D'Angelo, 310 Evergreen Drive, stated he attended a meeting held by the San Mateo
County Public Works Department concerning the Hickey Boulevard Extension between Mission
Road and Hillside Boulevard. Although there is support for the extension, issues of concern
include building a four lane road rather than two lanes, constructing a sound wall, reducing
traffic on Evergreen Drive, traffic flow from the BART Station onto Mission Road at Evergreen
Drive, and ingress/egress problems at Hillside Boulevard, El Camino Real and Mission Road
intersections. He requested Council be proactive with regard to citizen concerns.
Mrs. Sophie Mason, 10 Arlington Drive, stated her objection to the City seeking membership
with the Peninsula Traffic Congestion Relief Alliance (Agenda Item No. 15). She asked for a
status report on the proposed signal at Arlington Drive/E1 Camino Real. City Manager Wilson
responded that Project Consultant Cyrus Kianpour is scheduling a neighborhood meeting in two
to three weeks; notices will be distributed to residents and a Caltrans representative is being
invited to the meeting. Councilman Mullin asked if the traffic count study will be part of the
neighborhood meeting and staff was uncertain.
Ms. JoAnn D'Angelo, 60 Calvert Avenue, stated her concern are traffic issues and remaining
involved in issues that affect her neighborhood, including airport noise and pollution. She felt a
sound wall should be built along Hickey Boulevard to protect her neighborhood. She concluded
by asking for a response to her concerns and that the residents be kept informed. Councilman
Mullin stated that concerns are normally responded to at the next regular meeting, and City
Manager Wilson stated he will follow-up with staff on Ms. D'Angelo's concerns. Mayor
Matsumoto asked that responses be in writing for follow-up purposes.
Ms. Jackie Williams, 242 Longford Drive, asked for confirmation that there will be another
opportunity to comment on the El Camino Corridor EIR and staff confirmed that the EIR will be
brought back to Council (June 14). Ms. Williams felt the Hickey Boulevard Extension should be
four lanes rather than two lanes and she questioned the traffic figures used in the County's traffic
report. She stated her opposition to the E1 Camino Corridor SEIR and the conflict with traffic
impact figures for the Hickey/Junipero Serra Boulevard intersection. City Attorney Mattas
stated that Ms. Williams submitted these concerns as written comments and they will be
responded to as part of the EIR.
Ms. Cindy Marcopulos, 106 Sutton Avenue, representing Bay Area Sentinel, P.O. 5515, South
San Francisco, objected to the City's membership in the Alliance (Agenda Item No. 15). The
Sentinel wrote a letter to Ms. Angela Rae requesting the City's membership be denied due to
Council's endorsement of the Costco store and for nonsupport of the transportation agency's
mission.
ITEMS FROM COUNCIL
* Community Forum
· Subcommittee Reports
Councilman Mullin summarized the meetings he attended during the past two weeks as follows:
· Airport Runway Reconfiguring Partnership meeting on April 27, a recommendation will
eventually be made to the Airport Commission and BCDC;
· ABAG symposium on Smart Growth, on April 27 and 28 to discuss the goal of workforce
housing;
· Council of Cities meeting on April 28 in Daly City to discuss the 3% at 50 for public safety
officers;
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Homeless shelter meetings on May 2 and 9 to discuss concerns regarding a potential location
on San Mateo and Lowrie Avenues with businesses in the immediate area and the Downtown
Merchants Association members.
Airport/Community Roundtable met on May 3, to discuss several issues including the radar
landing plan that will allow planes to land more frequently;
· Regional Airport Planning Committee (RAPC) of the Metropolitan Transportation
Commission met on May 4, to discuss the interplay of SFO, Oakland and San Jose airports;
· Project Read and Peninsula Library meetings (see Mayor Matsumoto's report)
· Systems Upgrade Team meeting on May 9, to discuss the selection of an engineering team
and overseeing the creation of a new noise monitoring system for the Peninsula.
Councilman Fernekes asked staff to report on the "S" designation and City Manager Wilson
stated that the item is scheduled for May 24, and explained that staff evaluated the course of
action and it is recommended that Council, by resolution, refer the item back to the Planning
Commission for a zoning amendment, and then forwarded back to Council for approval.
Mayor Matsumoto stated she and Councilman Mullin attended the recent Annual Project Read
Celebration Dinner event on May 5, recognizing its volunteers. She reported on the recent
Legislative Breakfast and the efforts that communities are making to expand local libraries. She
attended the RAPC meeting on May 4, the San Mateo County transportation summit, and stated
her support for the City's efforts to address traffic congestion. Mayor Matsumoto recognized
staff for its input in CCAG's Bikeways Pedestrian Advisory Committee's bicycle plan, which
has received county-wide approval, and is being recommended to the full CCAG agency.
With the Council's concurrence, Mayor Matsumoto directed the City Clerk, to note on future
agendas that cell phones are to be turned off and pagers set to a non-noise mode during City
Council meetings.
CONSENTCALENDAR
Motion to approve the minutes of the April 19 and 24 special meetings and April 26,
2000 regular meeting
2. Motion to confirm expense claims of May 10, 2000 in the amount $1,258,563.40
Motion to accept Avalon Park ball fields renovations project as complete in accordance
with plans and specifications
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Resolution awarding construction contract to Proven Management, Inc., for the Orange
Memorial Park picnic quadrant in the amount of $1,434,302
Item pulled from Consent Calendar, see below for discussion.
Resolution directing the preparation of an Annual Report, approving the Preliminary
Annual Report and setting a public hearing for June 14, 2000 for West Park 1 and 2 Parks
and Parkways Maintenance District
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Item pulled from Consent Calendar, see below for discussion.
Resolution Nos. 38-2000 and 50-2000, directing the preparation of an Annual Report,
approving the Preliminary Annual Report and setting a public hearing for June 14, 2000
for Willow Gardens Parks and Parkways Maintenance District
Resolution Nos. 39-2000 and 51-2000, directing the preparation of an Annual Report,
approving the Preliminary Annual Report and setting a public hearing for June 14, 2000
for West Park 3 Parks and Parkways Maintenance District
Resolution No. 40-2000, accepting a grant from Partnership for the Public's Health for
the South San Francisco Community Partnership in the amount of $75,000
Resolution approving substitution of an alternate credit facility for the California Health
Facilities Financing Authority Revenue Bonds (County program), 1986 Series B
Item pulled from Consent Calendar, see below for discussion.
Resolution No. 41-2000, approving acceptance and conveyance of grant deeds for two
.052 acre parcels between the City of South San Francisco and R. Simms
Resolution No. 42-2000, authorizing an agreement with the South San Francisco Chapter
of the International Union of Operating Engineers, Local 39
Resolution No. 43-2000, amending and restating Public Agency Retirement System
(PARS) Trust Agreement
Motion to accept Municipal Services Building carpet replacement project as complete in
accordance with plans and specifications
Resolution No. 44-2000, receiving the report to the City Council on the proposed second
amendment to the E1 Camino Corridor Redevelopment Plan, and consenting to a joint
public hearing on the second amendment to the Redevelopment Plan for the El Camino
Corridor Redevelopment Project Area
Resolution authorizing withdrawal from the joint powers agreement establishing the
Multi-City Transportation Systems Management Authority and authorizing membership
in the Peninsula Traffic Congestion Relief Alliance and execution of the joint powers
agreement establishing the Alliance
Item be pulled from Consent Calendar, see below for discussion.
Councilman Mullin requested items 4, 5, 9 and 15 be pulled from the Consent Calendar.
Motion-Mullin/Second-Fernekes: To approve Consent Calendar Item Nos. 1, 2, 3, 6, 7,
8, 10, 11, 12,13 and 14. Approved by voice vote.
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Consent Calendar Item No. 4: In response to Councilman Mullin's and Mayor
Matsumoto's concerns regarding the bidding process and background information on
Proven Management, Inc., Public Works Director Gibbs discussed the challenge to
Proven's bid and the quality of their work. City Attorney Mattas indicated that his office
has worked closely with Engineering on this matter, the errors were a mis-reading of the
subcontractor's information and his office finds Proven's bid to be in order.
Motion-Mullin/Second-Fernekes: To approve Resolution No. 45-2000, awarding a
construction contract for the Orange Park picnic quadrant to Proven Management, Inc. in
an amount not to exceed $1,434,302 and amending the 1999-2000 Capital Improvement
Program (No. 00-9). Approved by voice vote.
Consent Calendar Item No. 5: Councilman Mullin discussed with Director Nagel the
continued maintenance of the West Park and Willow Garden areas at the conclusion of
this year. Director Nagel explained that the assessment district dealt with capital
improvements and that routine maintenance will continue through general property tax
contributions. He stated the issue is how to address capital improvement projects in the
future due to Proposition 218.
Motion-Mullin/Second-Fernekes: To approve Resolution of Intention No. 46-2000, to
order improvements and levy assessments and providing for hearing and notice of the
City of South San Francisco West Park 1 & 2 Parks and Parkways Maintenance District,
and Resolution No. 52-2000, directing preparation of Annual Report of the City of South
San Francisco West Park 1 & 2 Parks and Parkways Maintenance District. Approved by
voice vote.
Consent Calendar Item No. 9: Councilman Mullin asked for clarification on the letter of
credit and Finance Director Steele explained the letter of credit includes several
communities, known as a state bond pool, that the City is participating in. The City's
share is small and fees will not be raised.
Motion-Mullin/Second-Fernekes: To approve Resolution No. 47-2000, approving
substitution of an alternate credit facility for the California Health Facilities Financing
Authority Revenue Bonds (County Program), 1986 Series B. Approved by voice vote.
Consent Calendar Item No. 15: Councilman Mullin responded to concerns regarding the
City's membership with the Alliance, and Assistant City Manager Moss explained the
accomplishments the Alliance has made in South San Francisco. Councilman Mullin
stated that the City is a charter member of the organization.
Motion-Mullin/Second-Fernekes: To approve Resolution No. 48-2000, authorizing
withdrawal from the joint powers agreement establishing the Multi-City Transportation
Systems Management Authority and authorizing membership in the Peninsula Traffic
Congestion Relief Alliance and execution of the joint powers agreement establishing the
Alliance. Approved by voice vote.
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PUBLIC HEARING
16.
Cellular One appeal of Planning Commission Conditions of Approval to Use Permit UP-
9%049, allowing a second wireless communication facility, consisting of ground
mounted antenna and at-grade equipment cabinets, situated on a 2 acre landlocked parcel
on Point San Bruno Hill, adjacent to 1000 Grandview Drive, in the Planned Industrial
Zoning District (P-I) in accordance with SSFMC Chapters 20.32, 20.77 and 20.83;
Owner: California Water Service Company; Applicant: Cellular One by Vivian Heinzel
Public hearing opened.
Staff report presented by Chief Planner Sparks.
Mr. Jay Wallace, Sanger & Olson, 1 Embarcadero Center, San Francisco, representing
Cellular One, informed Council that California Water Service's letter supporting an
above grade equipment cabinet was distributed to the Planning Commission at its March
16 meeting. Cellular One objects to Conditions of Approval A3, to provide landscaping
to screen Nextel's communication facilities located on adjacent property. Cellular One
suggested Nextel be held accountable for their non-compliance with its conditions of
approval. With regard to Conditions of Approval A5, he explained Cellular One's
redesign to bring the application into compliance with the telecommunications ordinance.
He stated the Design Review Board found the proposed site for the equipment cabinet to
be acceptable. Mr. Wallace requested the two conditions of approval be modified and
submitted suggested wording to staff.
Mayor Matsumoto disclosed that she spoke briefly with Mr. Wallace on the phone, and
declined his offer to answer any questions regarding the appeal. Councilman Mullin and
Mayor Pro Tern Fernekes disclosed they had separately met with Mr. Wallace regarding
the appeal and did not have prior knowledge of the Cal Water letter or photo-simulations
(attachments to staff report).
In response to Mayor Matsumoto's question regarding the appeal process, staff explained
the applicant's right to appeal the conditions of approval, although Cellular One may
have given general agreement at the Planning Commission meeting. Mr. Wallace
explained that he stated at the Planning Commission meeting that Cellular One's primary
objection was undergrounding the equipment cabinet and the landscaping was secondary.
Chief Planner Sparks stated the Planning Commission was adamant about having the
cabinet underground. A discussion of the Planning Commission minutes ensued and Mr.
Wallace maintained his position that he never agreed to Conditions of Approval A5. City
Attorney Mattas felt the context of the minutes referred to the landscaping condition, A3,
being acceptable, rather than Conditions of Approval A5.
Councilman Mullin, noting the design of the Nextel antenna, discussed its use permit,
which was prior to the telecommunication ordinance. Discussion proceeded regarding
the undergrounding of equipment cabinets for regulatory requirements versus aesthetic
reasons. Mr. Wallace cited Telecommunications Ordinance Section 20.105.030d(4), that
the equipment cabinet is less than the 15' height allowed. Chief Planner Sparks
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countered that Section 20.105.030d(5) cites the undergrounding of antenna equipment
shelter facilities in areas of high visibility. The discussion continued regarding Nextel's
lack of landscaping and its possible non-compliance with conditions of approval.
Councilman Mullin stated he visited the site, felt Conditions of Approval A5 was
unreasonable, and that the equipment cabinet if placed above ground will be screened
with the current landscaping in the area. He suggested an agreement with Nextel be
facilitated to have their antenna screened.
In response to Mayor Pro Tern Fernekes' question regarding Nextel being in violation of
their use permit, City Attorney Mattas stated code enforcement will investigate the site.
Mayor Pro Tem Fernekes confirmed with staff that the cabinet will not be visible at its
proposed location.
Mayor Matsumoto stated she visited the site, found the Nextel antenna appealing. She
felt the cabinet should be placed underground due to the low survival rate of landscaping,
citing information provided in the landscape report. She requested further information to
convince her otherwise.
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Councilman Mullin discussed the proposed location, and noted that with the help of
photo-simulation, the cabinet will be screened from Wind Chime Park with the
existing landscaping. Mayor Pro Tem Fernekes reiterated staff's confirmation that the
cabinet will be screened from view.
Public hearing closed.
Motion-Mullin/Second-Fernekes: Motion to grant the appeal of UP-99-049 as it relates
to Planning Commission Conditions of Approval A5, revising the language as follows:
A5:
Prior to the issuance of any permit, the final construction plans shall incorporate a
paint scheme to minimize views of the above ground facilities including the antenna,
any the equipment cabinet and fencing. The equipmcnt cabinet shall be placed in an
underground cabinet. The final construction plans shall be subject to the review and
approval of the City's Chief Planner.
and to deny the appeal as to Conditions of Approval A3, directing staff as part of their final
review to work with Nextel, Cellular One and California Water Service, so that there is
some evidence of agreement for future maintenance of the landscape improvements.
Approved by voice vote.
ADMINISTRATIVE BUSINESS
17. Resolution approving the execution of an agreement with the California Farmers' Market
Association for the operation of a Certified Farmers' Market at Orange Memorial Park
Staff report presented by Director Nagel.
Mr. Doug Hayden, President of the California Farmers Market Association, presented
background on the Association, highlighting the fresh produce that will be for sale, and what
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to expect at the Orange Park location. He discussed with Council the community outreach
that will be done and extending invitations to local businesses to participate, but resale is not
allowed. It is anticipated that approximately 2000 shoppers will attend every Saturday.
Other locations that the Association manages are at Serramonte, Saratoga, and Morgan Hill.
Opening day will be June 3 and Mr. Hayden stated he will be present during the first month.
Traffic circulation is a responsibility of the Association and farmers are responsible to clean
their booth at the end of the day.
With regard to parking concerns, Councilman Mullin suggested that the market be evaluated
after its first season rather than committing to a two year contract. Mr. Hayden agreed to the
modification.
City Manager Wilson reminded Council that the subcommittee (Matsumoto/Datzman)
suggested that if the market outgrew Orange Park it could move to the downtown with the
downtown merchants approval. Mayor Matsumoto stated Oyster Point is another option.
Motion-Fernekes/Second-Mullin: To approve Resolution 49-2000, authorizing an agreement
between California Farmers' Market Association and the City of South San Francisco for the
operation of a certified Farmers' Market in Orange Memorial Park, with the provision that
prior to the end of the first year parking issues will be evaluated. Approved by voice vote.
LEGISLATIVE BUSINESS
18. Waive reading and introduce an ordinance amending SSFMC Section 13.30, entitled Tree
Preservation Ordinance
Staff report presented by Director Nagel.
(Cassette Tape No. 2)
Councilman Mullin asked that in the future it would be helpful if staff italicized changes to a
document to emphasis what areas are being modified. He discussed the current and proposed
standard for protected trees and staff explained the change is to keep the ordinance consistent
with current industry standards. Councilman Mullin questioned Section 13.30.120§a,
addressing existing developments, and the wording "City recommends, but does not
require...". A discussion with staff ensued and Councilman Mullin suggested that this
recommendation be put into guidelines rather than an ordinance.
Mayor Matsumoto stated her concern is trees being removed when huge additions are built.
City Attorney Mattas suggested that Council decide if they prefer the mandatory approach
that was identified by the Parks Commission or the recommendation approach that was
approved by the Planning Commission with regards to existing development. He also
suggested that the item be postponed until Councilman Penna's return, as the ordinance calls
for three affirmative votes.
Councilman Mullin stated he preferred the Planning Commission's approach unless there is a
large addition, but agreed to postpone consideration until Councilman Penna is present.
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Motion-Mullin/Second-Fernekes: To postpone consideration of the Tree Preservation
Ordinance until May 24, when Councilman Penna is present. Approved by voice vote.
Mayor Matsumoto reminded the audience of the Council vacancy and the deadline to submit
applications is May 19.
CLOSED SESSION
19. Pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9, existing litigation - City of South San
Francisco v. Kaufmann
Entered into Closed Session:
Reconvened into Open Session:
Report from Closed Session:
10:32 p.m.
10:50 p.m. Present: Mayor Matsumoto, Mayor Pro
Tem Fernekes, and Councilman Mullin
Mayor Matsumoto reported direction given/no action
taken.
ADJOURNMENT
Motion-Femekes/Second-Mullin: To adjourn the meeting at 10:50 p.m. Approved by voice
vote.
Submitted by:
Payne, City Cle~
City of South San Francisco
Apprgv. ed:
q~~tsumoto, Mayor
City of S~buth 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
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