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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes 2001-01-10 MINUTES CITY COUNCIL CITY OF SOUTH SAN FRANCISCO SPECIAL MEETING JANUARY 10, 2001 MUNICIPAL SERVICES BUILDING COMMUNITY ROOM 33 ARROYO DRIVE 1. Call to Order: 5:33 p.m. (Cassette Tape No. 1) 2. Roll Call: Present: Councilmembers Gonzalez, Matsumoto and Penna, Mayor Pro Tem Mullin and Mayor Fernekes Staff Present: City Manager Wilson, Assistant City Manager Moss, Human Resources Director Bower Absent: None 3. Public Comments Mrs. Sophie Mason, 10 Arlington Drive, reiterated her previous request to be given an opportunity to speak before Council makes any appointments to the Planning Commission. Ms. Jackie Williams, 242 Longford Drive, reiterated her request to be able to comment on the Planning Commission applicants. Council discussed their process and agreed that all applicants will be interviewed before appointments are made and an opportunity will be given for the public to comment at that time. Mrs. Mason requested that she be allowed to make comments tonight and Mayor Fernekes consented. 4. Interview applicants for Boards and Commissions The following applicants were interviewed: · Mrs. Mary Giusti- 5:42 p.m. · Mr. Salvadore Rodriguez- 5:48 p.m. · Ms. Julie Baldocchi - 5:55 p.m. - Ms. Baldocchi withdrew her application for reappointment · Ms. Linda Loeffler- 6:02 p.m. The following questions were asked: Mayor Fernekes: We have read your resume, could you talk about any work experience, background, or interests that would help you be an effective member on this particular commission? Mayor Pro Tem Mullin: All commission positions involve working with other people, including staff, fellow commissioners, and persons appearing before the commission. Can you describe your style of interacting with other people? Councilman Penna: Do you have any specific goals for the commission to which you are applying? In other words, how can service on this commission make South San Francisco a better place in which to live? Councilwoman Matsumoto: As a follow-up, could you briefly describe your vision for the future of South San Francisco in a more general way? What has been done well in this city in recent years, and what changes would you endorse to be made in the months and year to come? Councilman Gonzalez: Could you summarize why the Council should consider appointing or reappointing you to this commission? If you are not selected for this particular commission, would you want to be considered for other commissions as vacancies occur? Mayor Femekes: I would like to give you an opportunity to discuss any areas about which you were prepared to talk, but that we haven't covered. This is also your opportunity to ask Council any questions. 5. Discussion Mayor Fernekes announced no decisions are being made at this time. He invited the public to give their comments. Mrs. Mason stated she was distressed that the applicants failed to discuss the quality of life in South San Francisco neighborhoods and that she was particularly concerned that none mentioned Winston Manor. Ms. Williams stated her support for the applicants who requested reappointment. 6. Adjournment Motion-Mullin/Second-Matsumoto: To adjourn the meeting at 6:14 p.m. Unanimously approved by voice vote. Submitted by: Sylvia M. Pa~erk City of South San Francisco Approved: J~rnekes, Mayor ~ity of South San Francisco SPECIAL CITY COUNCIL MEETING JANUARY 10, 2001 MINUTES PAGE 2 MINUTES CITY COUNCIL CITY OF SOUTH SAN FRANCISCO REGULAR MEETING JANUARY 10, 2001 MUNICIPAL SERVICES BUILDING COMMUNITY ROOM 33 ARROYO DRIVE CALL TO ORDER: ROLL CALL: 7:31 p.m. Present: Absent: PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: INVOCATION: AGENDA REVIEW (Cassette Tape No. 1) Councilmembers Gonzalez, Matsumoto and Penna, Mayor Pro Tem Mullin and Mayor Fernekes None Led by Mayor Fernekes Given by Rev. John Cantley, Grace Covenant Church City Manager Wilson and City Attorney Mattas informed Council that the applicant for Agenda Item No. 9 has withdrawn his appeal. PUBLIC COMMENTS Ms. Jackie Williams, 242 Longford Drive, asked for information and clarification regarding the status of the Serramonte Corporate Center and its application to provide sewer hook-up. In response, Mayor Femekes reported that the subcommittee (Fernekes/Mullin) has held no meetings regarding this issue and City Manager Wilson reported no recent communication with the City of Daly City regarding this issue. PRESENTATIONS Introduction of new and promoted City employees Parks, Recreation and Maintenance Services Director Nagel introduced Dustin Lazzari (new hire), Alberto Sangria (new hire), James Stacy (new hire) and Martin Perez (new hire). He stated that employees Robert Baldonado (new hire) and John Hamilton (promoted) were not present. Human Resources Director Bower introduced Victoria Edwards (new hire) and Mich Mercado (promoted). Police Chief Raffaelli introduced Elena Dominguez (new hire), Sean Curmi (new hire), Keith Wall (promoted), Mike Remedios (promoted) and Joni Lee (promoted). Finance Director Steele introduced Erik Mezack (new hire) and Sydney Oam (new hire). Economic and Community Development Director Van Duyn introduced Patricia Cabano (new hire) and stated that Bertha Hemandez (promoted) was not present. Library Director Sommer introduced Pam Waldrep (new hire), Annie Kerin (new hire) and Meg Cupman (new hire). Public Works Director Gibbs introduced Tracy Scramaglia (new hire). Fire Chief Lee introduced Chris DeMeo (new hire) and Rick Halloran (new hire). ITEMS FROM COUNCIL · Community Forum · Subcommittee Reports Councilman Penna reported that he will be attending the San Mateo County Convention and Visitors Board of Directors meeting on January 11, 2001. Mayor Pro Tem Mullin announced that Senator Jackie Speier will be hosting an Airport Noise Forum at the Municipal Services Building on January 11, 2001, 7-9 p.m. Mayor Fernekes acknowledged retired City employee Ken Metcalf for his article "Finding Sewer Bottlenecks", published in the December edition of Government News Magazine. Mayor Fernekes reported that he attended the West Winston Manor Community Association's holiday celebration and Christmas tree judging contest. He acknowledged the Association for their work in the community. Mayor Pro Tem Mullin stated a ribbon cutting event was held on December 21 for the San Mateo County Emergency Homeless Shelter. The shelter will be in operation during the winter months and will then be used as a training facility to teach job skills during the remaining months of the year. Councilman Gonzalez listed the homes that participated in this year's tree judging contest. CONSENT CALENDAR Motion to approve the minutes of the November 21 special meeting and December 13, 2000 special and regular meetings 2. Motion to confirm expense claims of January 10, 2001 in the amount of $5,373,874.99 o Motion to adopt Ordinance No. 1281-2001, amending Section 3.12.010 of the SSFMC to implement Council-approved position title additions REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING JANUARY 10, 2001 MINUTES PAGE 2 Motion to accept the E1 Rancho Highlands Subdivision public improvements maintenance as complete in accordance with plans and specifications Resolution approving the installation of stop signs at the intersection of Newman Drive and Gibbs Way Pulled from Consent Calendar. Resolution amending the CIP budget and award the construction contract to Bay Pacific Pipelines, Inc., for the Hickey Boulevard/Hilton Avenue Intersection Widening and Traffic Signals Installation Project in the amount of $970,697.50 Pulled from Consent Calendar. 7. Resolution authorizing salary adjustment for the City Clerk and the City Treasurer Pulled from Consent Calendar. Acknowledgement of proclamations issued: Eagle Scouts Jason Paras and Thomas Yale, December 30, 2000 Councilwoman Matsumoto requested Item No. 7 be pulled from the Consent Calendar and Councilman Gonzalez stated that he was abstaining on Item No. 5 and 6. Mayor Fernekes stated a speaker's card was submitted regarding Item No. 6. Motion-Penna/Second-Gonzalez: To approve Consent Calendar Item Nos. 1, 2, 3, 4, and 8. Unanimously approved by voice vote. Consent Calendar Item No. 5: Staff report presented by Acting City Engineer Chuck. No discussion. Motion-Penna/Second-Mullin: To approve Resolution No. 1-2001, authorizing the installation of stop signs at the intersection of Newman Drive and Gibbs Way. Approved by voice vote. Abstain: Councilman Gonzalez. Consent Calendar Item No. 6: Staff report presented by Interim City Engineer Chuck. Ms. Jackie Williams, 242 Longford Drive, asked if there was any indication when the Junipero Serra/Hickey Boulevard improvements were going to commence. Acting City Engineer Chuck stated that the improvements are in the Capital Improvement Program and will be done at a future date. Motion-Mullin/Second-Penna: To approve Resolution No. 2-2001, awarding the construction contract for the Hickey Boulevard-Hilton Avenue Intersection Widening and Traffic Signals Installation Project to Bay Pacific Pipelines, Inc., in the amount of $970,697.50 and amending the project budget to $1,331,612.50. Approved by voice vote. Abstain: Councilman Gonzalez. REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING JANUARY 10, 2001 MINUTES PAGE 3 Consent Calendar Item No. 7: Staff report presented by Human Resources Director Bower. Councilwoman Matsumoto asked for clarification on the City Clerk's current salary and percentile level, and Director Bower explained that the incumbent is not at her top salary step and therefore is at the average percentile level. Motion-Matsumoto/Second-Penna: To approve Resolution No. 3-2001, a resolution authorizing the City Clerk and City Treasurer to adjust their compensations. Unanimously approved by voice vote. PUBLIC HEARING Consideration of Appeal of Denial of Use Permit, UP-00-046, to allow indoor entertainment within 200 feet of a residential district and hours of operation after midnight at 107 Hickey Boulevard; Applicants: Rodney Magat and Dennis Roberts, Neighborhood Sports Bar; Owner: Kelly-Moore Paint Co., Inc. Applicant withdrew his appeal no action taken. ADMINISTRATIVE BUSINESS 10. Resolution authorizing a new weekly warrant issuance and certification procedure Staff report presented by Finance Director Steele. City Treasurer Beverly Bonalanza Ford stated she was speaking with concern regarding the proposed change in procedure. Her concerns include not being part of the discussions when the procedures were proposed, interest currently being earned will be greatly reduced, paying bills bi-weekly allows time to meet the bills by accumulating money, there will be difficulty coming up with money on a weekly basis, large sums of money are being requested at the last minute, and Council will lose authority approving the payment of various bills. Councilman Penna asked for clarification on how the change in procedure will improve efficiency. Finance Director Steele explained that the current system has two sets of procedures and the proposal is to establish just one process. Councilman Penna stated his concerns regarding the proposal, and that he does not wish to relinquish Council's confirmation of expenses. He felt the savings from vendors' discounts will not be substantial enough to compensate for the interest the City earns from the banks. Councilwoman Matsumoto stated her support for keeping the City Treasurer involved in future discussions. She could not recall when an item was pulled and payment refused. She expressed her confidence in staff to perform their work carefully by following procedures. City Treasurer Ford stated she was willing to try the proposal for 90 days. REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING JANUARY 10, 2001 MINUTES PAGE 4 ~2 Councilwoman Matsumoto further discussed with City Treasurer Ford her previous statement that she is "chasing the bills" and finding it difficult to come up with money. Councilwoman Matsumoto confirmed that previous problems have been resolved and City Treasurer Ford has not found it necessary to withdraw investments early and lose interest. Mayor Pro Tern Mullin stated he supports staff wanting a more efficient operation, but that Council has a fiduciary responsibility to the City by reviewing the expense claims. He stated he feels more comfortable having the right of approval prior to the warrant being issued. He suggested that vendors be negotiated with for better rates. Finance Director Steele reported that the proposed procedure is followed in every municipality that was contacted. In response to negotiating for discounts, Councilwoman Matsumoto stated that vendors are buying their products from other suppliers, suppliers who are also brokering their product in high volume, so it's a matter of supply and demand. Councilman Gonzalez stated his support for retaining the current process of reviewing the expense claims, and suggested that communication with the City Treasurer be improved. City Treasurer Ford reiterated that there is an unintentional lack of communication and consideration between departments and the Finance Department regarding the submittal of bills in a timely manner. In response to Mayor Pro Tem Mullin's question, Director Steele explained that on occasion warrants may be delayed as much as 3V2 weeks, due to a five-Wednesday month or when Council meetings are cancelled. He stated that this is not a normal business practice for a municipality. Mayor Pro Tern Mullin suggested departments be more efficient in processing invoices. He stated he does not support the proposal at this time, but that it be looked at for the next fiscal year, if a more efficient internal operation is also looked at. Mayor Fernekes stated his support for Mayor Pro Tem Mullin's suggestion and that it will give the City Treasurer and Finance Director an opportunity to discuss the proposal further. He felt that the budget subcommittee (Fernekes/Mullin) can also review the matter for a recommendation to the full Council. Councilman Gonzalez concurred. Councilwoman Matsumoto stated she is inclined to support the City Treasurer's proposal for a 90 day trial period, but will concede to Mayor Pro Tem Mullin's suggestion. Councilman Penna concurred and stated that the responsibility should be placed on department heads to submit bills in a timely manner and keep the City Treasurer informed. No action taken. REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING JANUARY 10, 2001 MINUTES PAGE 5 11. Taxicab License Study - report from Economic and Community Development Director Staff report and presentation given by Director Van Duyn. With regard to the presentation, Mayor Pro Tem Mullin felt it was more important to determine if additional services are needed by showing response times, rather than researching the time it takes to drive to a destination. Mr. Joe Sheikh-Hassan, Bubble Cab Company, P.O. Box 4902, Burlingame, stated that Peninsula Yellow Cab has a monopoly on service in South San Francisco and that other cab companies should be allowed to operate here. Mr. Paul Davies, Hillsborough Yellow Cab, 55 W 5th Avenue, #3D, San Mateo, stated he did not see the staff report prior to the meeting and he disputed the response times listed during the late morning hours. He also doubted that Peninsula Yellow Cab will increase its fleet to 40 cars this year. He stated that South San Francisco hotels call his company for service, but he must tell them he can not respond. In response to Mayor Pro Tem Mullin, Mr. Davies stated his dispatch office is located in Burlingame. He informed Council that the police department stopped his cab when he picked up passengers at a local hotel. Chief Raffaelli responded that his department does not stop outside cab companies for picking up passengers and citations are not issued, but a referral may be made to the City Attorney's office. Mr. Davies further related an incident when he was pulled over by the police and his passengers were placed in a Peninsula Yellow Cab. Mayor Pro Tem Mullin questioned Messrs. Sheikh-Hassan and Davies regarding establishing a dispatch service in South San Francisco, which they stated they could not. Councilman Penna further discussed the current situation with Messrs. Sheikh-Hassan and Davies regarding their desire to pick up passengers in South San Francisco. They often bring passengers here, but are unable to respond to requests for pick-up. They agreed that the competition is so great in Burlingame that it is worth their time and money to come to South San Francisco to make a pick-up. In response to Councilwoman Matsumoto, Messrs. Sheikh-Hassan and Davies confirmed they would not respond to a request for pick-up in South San Francisco and they always refer people to Peninsula Yellow Cab. Mr. George Corey, 700 El Camino Real, Millbrae, attorney representing Peninsula Yellow Cab, stated he has represented the company for over twenty years and that South San Francisco is well served. He spoke against the modification to the ordinance. He stated that hotels are adequately served and that other cab companies will not serve the residents as well. In response to Councilwoman Matsumoto, Director Van Duyn clarified the purpose for establishing a time relationship for driving across town. Director Van Duyn stated that Peninsula Yellow Cab's service levels exceed what the Municipal Code evaluates as REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING JANUARY 10, 2001 MINUTES PAGE 6 adequate. He further discussed how Peninsula Yellow Cab has responded to additional service demands. Councilwoman Matsumoto stated her support for the current language in the Municipal Code. In response to Councilman Gonzalez, Director Van Duyn stated that Peninsula Yellow Cab has a certificate that allows them to operate in accordance with our Municipal Code, it is not a franchise agreement. He stated that Peninsula Yellow Cab must meet the future demands of the community, although the Municipal Code does not specify a timeframe that states how long they can take to meet those demands. Councilman Gonzalez stated that Peninsula Yellow Cab's customer response times need to be improved. Councilman Penna stated that other cab companies pick up residents in the Terrabay neighborhood. (Cassette Tape No. 2) Director Van Duyn stated that the police department can cite cab companies for doing this, but has not because it is difficult to enforce. Councilman Penna stated his support for the current language in the Municipal Code. Mayor Pro Tem Mullin considered the proposal, and felt Messrs. Sheckh-Hassan and Davies will not be able to establish a dispatch service in South San Francisco due to the costs being prohibitive. He stated that he supports the current language and asked that a survey be done in a year to confirm that Peninsula Yellow Cab is still meeting the needs of the community adequately. In response to Mayor Fernekes, Director Van Duyn confirmed that Peninsula Yellow Cab meets the City's requirements, that they are committed to meeting the future needs of the community, and that staff will assist them to identify peaks and opportunities for improvement in their operation. Mayor Fernekes stated his support for Peninsula Yellow Cab and the current language in Municipal Code Chapter 6.72. No action taken. 12. Addition of position title Deputy Director of Maintenance Services ao Resolution approving an amendment to the 2000/2001 operating budget appropriating $15,000 to the Department of Parks, Recreation and Maintenance Services budget to cover six months of additional salaries and benefits for two newly created Deputy Directors of Maintenance Services positions Staff report presented by Director Nagel. Motion-Penna/Second-Gonzalez: To approve Resolution No. 4-2001, approving an amendment to the 2000/2001 operating budget (No. 01-22) appropriating $15,000 to the Department of Parks, Recreation and Maintenance Services budget to cover six months of additional salaries and benefits for two newly created Deputy Directors of Maintenance Services positions REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING JANUARY 10, 2001 MINUTES PAGE 7 b. Resolution approving personnel changes, including classification description and adjustment to the mid-management salary schedules Staff report presented by Director Bower. Motion-PennaJSecond-Matsumoto: To approve Resolution No. 5-2001, approving classification descriptions, salary levels and/or unit designations for the position of Deputy Director of Maintenance Services. Unanimous approved by voice vote. c. Waive reading and introduce an ordinance amending SSFMC Chapter 3.12 to implement Council-approved position title additions Staff report presented by Director Bower. Motion-Penna/Second-Gonzalez: To waive reading and introduce an ordinance amending Section 3.12.010 of the South San Francisco Municipal Code. Unanimously approved by voice vote. LEGISLATIVE BUSINESS 13. Motion to adopt an Ordinance amending Title 20, Chapter 20.30 of the SSFMC, M-1 Industrial District Use Regulations to require a use permit for all uses which generate in excess of 100 average daily vehicle trips and for "Transportation Services" use types, in accordance with SSFMC Chapter 20.87 City Manager Wilson stated the item was introduced at the December 13, 2000 meeting and a vote of 3-2 was recorded. City Attorney Mattas informed Council that a minor modification to Section 1, in the fifth "Whereas" statement, has been made and the following language is deleted, "...in excess of the number of vehicle trips generated by the prior use of the same parcel(s)..." Motion-Mullin/Second-Matsumoto: To adopt Ordinance No. 1282-2001, amending Title 20, Chapter 20.30 of South San Francisco Municipal Code, M-1 Industrial District use regulations to require a use permit for all uses which generate in excess of 100 average trips and for "Transportation Services" use types, in accordance with South San Francisco Municipal Code Chapter 20.87, including the modification to the language as stated above. Unanimously approved by the following roll call vote: AYES: Councilmembers Gonzalez, Matsumoto and Penna*, Mayor Pro Tem Mullin and Mayor Fernekes. NOES: None. ABSTAIN: None. ABSENT: None. *Councilman Penna stated that he originally voted no, but changed his vote because he did not receive any calls in opposition to the ordinance. REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING JANUARY 10, 2001 MINUTES PAGE 8 CLOSED SESSION 14. Pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9a, Aetna v. City of South San Francisco Entered into Closed Session: Reconvened into Open Session: Report from Closed Session: 10:11 p.m. 10:38 p.m., all Councilmembers present City Attorney Mattas announced direction given/no action taken ADJOURNMENT Motion-Mullin/Second-Penna: To adjourn the meeting at 10:38 p.m. Unanimously approved by voice vote. Submitted by: . 127. Sylv)'~AVl. Payne, City Clerk/ City'Bf South San Francisco Approved: /f? J0~eplf/A. Fernekes, Mayor ~,ity 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 lbr inspection, review and copying. REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING JANUARY 10, 2001 MINUTES PAGE 9