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CITY COUNCIL
CITY OF SOUTH SAN FRANCISCO
SPECIAL MEETING
AUGUST 23, 2000
MUNICIPAL SERVICES BUILDING
COMMUNITY ROOM
33 ARROYO DRIVE
1. Call to Order: 7:03 p.m.
2. Roll Call: Present:
(Cassette Tape No. 1)
Councilmembers Gonzalez, Mullin and
Penna, Mayor Pro Tem Fernekes and Mayor
Matsumoto
Absent: None
3. Public Comments: None
4. Closed Session
Conference with Legal Counsel, anticipated litigation: Significant exposure to litigation,
pursuant to Subdivision B of Section 54956.9:1 case
Convened into Closed Session:
Recessed:
7:04 p.m.
7:38 p.m. - 9:55 p.m.
(Cassette Tape No. 2)
Reconvened into Open Session:
Report from Closed Session:
10:51 p.m., all Councilmembers present.
Mayor Matsumoto announced direction given/no
action taken.
5. Adjournment
Motion-Mullin/Second- Fernekes: To adjourn the meeting at 10:51 p.m. Unanimously
approved by voice vote.
Submitted by:
Sylvia M. Pay~fe, City Clerk
City of South San Francisco
Approved:
City of Sbuth San Francisco
MINUTES
CITY COUNCIL
CITY OF SOUTH SAN FRANCISCO
REGULAR MEETING
AUGUST 23, 2000
MUNICIPAL SERVICES BUILDING
COMMUNITY ROOM
33 ARROYO DRIVE
CALL TO ORDER:
7:38 p.m.
(Cassette Tape No. 1)
ROLL CALL:
Present:
Councilmembers Gonzalez, Mullin and Penna,
Mayor Pro Tem Fernekes and Mayor Matsumoto.
Absent:
None
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE:
Led by Mayor Matsumoto
INVOCATION:
Not given.
PRESENTATIONS
· Day in the Park, September 16, 2000 - Mayor Pro Tem Fernekes discussed the events that
will take place at this year's event and displayed the t-shirts and polo shirts that will be on
sale to commemorate the day. He invited everyone to participate in the festivities and to
attend the free pancake breakfast at the Municipal Services Building, from 8:00-10:00 a.m.
· BART Monthly Update - Mr. Rick Teixeira reported on construction progress, including
information on the parking and vent structures and the Colma Creek Improvement Project
(U-channel) due to be completed by mid-October. He stated his office will be conducting a
tour on September 13, at 10:00 a.m. Councilman Penna asked for the width of the channel
and Mr. Teixeira stated he will get back to him with the information. City Manager Wilson
asked Mr. Teixeira to explain the production pile driving that is planned for mid-September.
Mr. Teixeira stated an impact hammer is being used, work hours will be Monday through
Friday, 7:00 a.m.-7:00 p.m., and it will be completed by the end of October. He stated El
Camino High School has been notified and a notice will go out to the general public. Mayor
Matsumoto announced that BART will be spending $400,000 on art for the South San
Francisco BART station and encouraged the public to pick up copies of the BART
Community Profile Questionnaire in the City Clerk's office. Councilman Mullin asked for
more information on the operation of the pile driving impact hammer and suggested pile
driving near the school be conducted after 3:00 p.m. He also asked for information on the
approved BART noise limit and Mr. Teixeira stated he will find out and submit the
information to the City Manager.
· Introduction of New and Recently Promoted City Employees - Chief Raffaelli introduced
new Police Officers Ryan Hyink, Jacqui Ketchum, Matthew McNichol, John Stankewicz,
and Matthew Hayes; Communications Dispatchers Monica Castellanos, Heather Howell, and
Michelle Guiney; and Police Service Technician John Bower. Assistant Fire Chief Lucia
introduced Building Inspector Michael Connor.
Certificates of Recognition to Leadership Academy Participants - Human Resources Director
Bower recognized City employees Tom Ahrens, Dan Canfield, Tom Carney, Dave
Casagrande, Norman Gok, John Lucia, John Neal, Holly Fulgum-Nutters, Sylvia Payne,
Cassie Prudhel, and Dave Venturini.
AGENDA REVIEW
City Manager Wilson reminded Council that Agenda Item No. 7 will be held in conjunction with
Redevelopment Agency Item No. 3 (Giorgi). City Manager Wilson and City Attorney Mattas
requested Item No. 3 be removed as it was previously acted upon by Council.
PUBLIC COMMENTS
Ms. Rosa Perez, 521 Hillside Boulevard, invited Council to attend Sur San Francisco Unidos'
"Las Fiestas Patrias", being held at City Hall on Sunday, September 17, 2000, at 1:00 p.m.
Mr. Victor J. Feudale, 565 Palm Avenue, Chairman of the Historic Preservation Commission,
stated the Commission's concern regarding the proposed demolition of the Lux Barn. He
informed Council of the progress he has made regarding funding and the possibility of using
Proposition 12 funds. He suggested relocating the barn to Orange Park as part of the Greenhouse
Project as an agricultural center. Mayor Matsumoto directed staff to explore the Commission's
request. Councilman Penna stated his support for having the matter looked into.
Ms. Sophie Mason, 10 Arlington Drive, asked for an update on her request to have a Caltrans'
representative meet with Winston Manor No. 1 homeowners. She also discussed a recent article
in the San Francisco Chronicle regarding residents participating in local government. She urged
citizens to take matters into there own hands and not leave it up to civic leaders. City Manager
Wilson informed Council that Caltrans has agreed to attend a neighborhood meeting to discuss
the Arlington Drive/El Camino Real signalization. The date of the meeting has not yet been
determined.
Ms. Jackie Williams, 242 Longford Drive, discussed the events that she encountered on August
18, regarding the soil preparation work at the Serramonte Corporate Center site. She stated the
work is being done without the proper permits and without a perimeter fence. She read two
letters from concerned residents (Messrs. Donald Espino and Jesse Palafax) and questioned what
measures the City is taking to have the work cease. She read a notice that was mailed to
residents from the contractor, South Bay Construction (contact: Dan Farmer, 408-591-8923).
She stated her dissatisfaction with the lack of communication between the City of South San
Francisco, the City of Daly City and the residents of West Winston Manor.
ITEMS FROM COUNCIL
· Community Forum
· Subcommittee Reports
Councilman Mullin asked staff to bring Council up to date on events that have occurred.
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Mayor Matsumoto asked that Ms. Williams be provided with a copy of a memo prepared by
Interim City Engineer Chuck.
City Attorney Mattas responded to Councilman Mullin's request in reference to the limited terms
of the settlement agreement, Daly City's decision to issue a partial grading permit to the
contractor and that staff is working with Daly City within the confines of the agreement.
Councilman Mullin stated his concern for the safety of those who live below the grading site and
City Attorney Mattas responded that a court order could be sought if the contractor does not
comply with terms of the grading permit, but it's in the best interest of Daly City and the
contractor to have a perimeter fence installed. City Attorney Mattas further discussed Daly
City's requirement to have the permit pulled if the contractor doesn't provide requested
information by August 31, and the City and adjacent property owners can take action against the
contractor, such as public nuisance action, if there are violations of the grading permit.
Mayor Pro Tem Fernekes stated he was informed of the events that occurred on August 18 at the
Serramonte site, and is disappointed by Daly City's actions. He stated he supports taking action
against the contractor if there are violations of the grading permit.
Councilman Mullin commented on a recent article in Kiplinger's financial newsletter
highlighting South San Francisco as the home of Genentech. As previously mentioned by Mrs.
Mason, Councilman Mullin recommended the Chronicle article as an excellent article for
residents to read and that Council supports community involvement.
Mayor Matsumoto reported that the Basque Cultural Center will be hosting a North American
Basque Cultural Exchange on August 24-26, 2002, and they would like to use an area in Orange
Park. She directed staff to follow up on the request. She reported that she attended a ground
breaking ceremony for AXyX Pharmaceuticals, who have been impressed with the City's
permitting services and customer oriented attitude.
Councilman Mullin reported on recent meetings concerning the Airport/Community Roundtable,
including a meeting with Foster City officials concerning aircraft noise, a Roundtable
subcommittee meeting on developing possible devices to mitigate back-blast noise, a meeting
with the associate editor of Aviation News regarding the City's noise insulation program, and a
meeting with the systems upgrade team at the Airport regarding noise monitoring systems.
CONSENT CALENDAR
Motion to approve the minutes of the August 1 special meeting, August 9 regular meeting
and August 10 community meeting
2. Motion to confirm expense claims of August 23, 2000 in the amount of $3,180,802.73
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Resolution authorizing acquisition of right of way easement at 200 Oyster Point
Boulevard (John M. Malcolm property) and authorizing issuance of a certificate of
acceptance
Item removed from Agenda.
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Resolution No. 101-2000, awarding construction contract to Western Roofing Service for
the Orange Park Pool Re-roof Project in the amount of $81,442
Resolution No. 102-2000, approving a funding agreement and a loan agreement with the
San Mateo County Transportation Authority for Oyster Point Phases II and III
Resolution No. 103-2000, supporting Proposition 35 related to contracting for
architectural and engineering services
Motion-Penna/Second-Fernekes: To approve Consent Calendar Item Nos. 1, 2, 4, 5, and
6, as presented. Approved by voice vote. Abstain: Councilman Mullin - minutes of the
August 1 special meeting.
Mayor Matsumoto announced the reconvening of the Redevelopment Agency.
PUBLIC HEARING
Resolution making findings related to lease agreement between the Redevelopment
Agency and Robert and Kathleen Giorgi for 212 Baden Avenue
Public hearing opened.
Staff report presented by Redevelopment Project Manager Beyer.
Public hearing closed. (No discussion.)
Motion-Fernekes/Second-Mullin: To approve Resolution No. 104-2000, approving a
lease agreement between the Redevelopment Agency and Robert and Kathleen Giorgi for
212 Baden Avenue. Unanimously approved by voice vote.
ADMINISTRATIVE BUSINESS
8. Motion to approve funding for the San Mateo County Convention and Visitors Bureau
Staff report presented by City Manager Wilson, recommending a $50,000 funding for the
SMCoC&VB
Councilman Penna (liaison to the SMCoC&VB) stated his support for the City Manager's
recommendation and suggested the funding level be re-evaluated later this year for an
increase if warranted.
Councilman Mullin stated he will support the funding of $50,000, but expressed
reluctance for the Business Improvement District (BID) concept until he sees further
information on how the City will benefit from it.
Councilman Penna concurred that he has had concerns regarding the Bureau and his
concern continues.
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Motion-Mullin/Second-Penna: Motion to approve funding for the San Mateo County
Convention and Visitors Bureau. Unanimously approved by voice vote.
Presentation on Hickey Boulevard/Hilton Avenue Intersection Widening and Traffic
Signals Installation Project
Public Works Director Gibbs presented a visual presentation highlighting the scope of
work at a current cost of $1,350,000. He informed Council that neighborhood meetings
were held and additional improvements were suggested as part of the modified scope of
work for an increase of $550,000. He reviewed the list of upgrades and asked for
Council's direction on the additional scope of work for the project, noting that this will
delay other capital improvement projects due to a reallocation of funds.
Council discussed the source of funding, the proposed upgrades to the project, whether or
not a sidewalk should be installed along the north side of Hickey Boulevard, possible
improvements to the dirt pathway leading down to Hickey Boulevard, conducting a
survey on the number of people who use the path and their direction of travel, conducting
a survey on the number of people who use the pedestrian bridge, the impact on CIP
projects, what projects will be deferred if an increased scope of work is considered, or
defer the additional scope of work to the five year CIP.
By consensus, Council requested staff prepare further information on what CIP projects
will be postponed and directed that staff undertake a pedestrian count (as discussed
above). Staff noted this project must be in place by November, 2000. Item to come back
to Council September 27.
(Recess: 9:13 p.m. - 9:29 p.m.)
LEGISLATIVE BUSINESS
10.
Waive reading and introduce an ordinance amending SSFMC Section 14.08.200 to
discharge radioactive waste into the City's sewage system as required by Federal and
State regulations
Staff report presented by Public Works Director Gibbs and Superintendent of Water
Quality Control Castagnola responded to Council questions.
Councilman Penna discussed the degree of radioactive discharge that the City receives
and the method for its treatment. Supt. Castagnola, stated that the levels of concentration
are very low and that safeguards have been put into place for City employees who work
at the Water Quality Control Plant (WQCP).
Councilman Mullin discussed the option that companies prefer to transfer there own
radioactive waste rather than use the City's system. Supt. Castagnola stated that Kaiser
has notified WQCP that they will not use the City's sewer system, and that the Nuclear
Regulatory Commission still prohibits certain materials from being discharged into the
system. He stated that the State performs yearly inspections and he briefly reviewed the
monitoring activities that the WQCP carries out.
Councilman Penna emphasized that the level of radioactivity discharge is extremely low
and impossible to detect.
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In response to Mayor Matsumoto's questions regarding how the WQCP monitors the
twenty businesses that discharge radioactive waste, Supt. Castagnola explained that the
State Department of Health will be notified of any increase in activity and they will
investigate any significant increases. Further discussion included businesses establishing
a chain of custody for radioactive materials with the State, and that the treated discharge
that goes into the Bay is diluted but not neutralized. Mayor Matsumoto stated her
concern for the Bay's fish and wildlife.
Councilman Mullin asked if the State monitors the cumulative effect of the radioactivity
that goes into the Bay and Supt. Castagnola stated no monitoring is being done at this
time.
In response to Councilman Penna, Supt. Castagnola indicated that the amount of
radioactive waste going into the Bay will be insignificant in comparison to the amount of
cadmium, lead and other hazardous waste that is currently on the Bay floor.
Councilman Mullin, noting that this will bring the City into compliance with Federal and
State laws, stated his concern regarding the effect radioactive discharge will have on the
Bay's fish. He mentioned some of the legislation that is currently being pursued to
address Bay pollution.
Motion-Mullin/Second-Femekes: To waive reading and introduce an ordinance
amending Section 14.08.200 to discharge radioactive waste into the City's sewage system
as required by Federal and State Regulations. On the question: Councilman Gonzalez
stated that he could not support the ordinance due to the effect the discharge will have on
the environment and the fish that people eat. Mayor Pro Tem Fernekes suggested the
motion be divided. Councilman Mullin withdrew his motion.
Motion-Mullin/Second-Femekes: To waive reading beyond the title of an ordinance
amending Section 14.08.200 to discharge radioactive waste into the City's sewage system
as required by Federal and State Regulations. Unanimously approved by voice vote.
Motion-Mullin/Second-Fernekes: To introduce an ordinance amending SSFMC Section
14.08.200 to discharge radioactive waste into the City's sewage system as required by
Federal and State regulations. Approved by the following roll call vote: AYES:
Councilmembers Mullin and Penna, Mayor Pro Tem Fernekes and Mayor Matsumoto.
NOES: Councilman Gonzalez. ABSTAIN: None. ABSENT: None.
CLOSED SESSION
11.
Pursuant to Government Code Section 54957.6, conference with Labor Negotiator
Jennifer Bower on Mid-Management and Firefighters negotiations
Entered into Closed Session:
Reconvened into Open Session:
Report from Closed Session:
9:55 p.m.
10:51 p.m., all Councilmembers present.
Mayor Matsumoto announced direction given/no
action taken.
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ADJOURNMENT
Motion-Mullin/Second-Fernekes: To adjourn the meeting at 10:51 p.m. Unanimously approved
by voice vote.
Submitted by:
Sylvia M. Pa~/'jte, City Clerk
City of Southv San Francisco
Appr°ved: 1
~tsumoto, M y
City of ~outh 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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