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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes 2001-03-14 MINUTES CITY COUNCIL CITY OF SOUTH SAN FRANCISCO SPECIAL MEETING MARCH 14, 2001 MUNICIPAL SERVICES BUILDING COMMUNITY ROOM 33 ARROYO DRIVE 1. Call to Order: 5:34 p.m. (Cassette Tape No. 1) 2. Roll Call: Present: Councilmembers Gonzalez, Matsumoto and Penna*, Mayor Pro Tem Mullin and Mayor Fernekes Absent: None Others Present: City Manager Wilson, City Attorney Mattas, Assistant City Manager Moss, Human Resources Director Bower and Conference Center Director O'Toole *Councilman Penna arrived at 6:11 p.m. 3. Public Comments: None 4. Conference Center Authority interviews Director Bower introduced each applicant to Council. Applicants were interviewed in the following order and responded to questions from each Councilmember (questions are consistent with those asked at the December 13, January 10, January 24, February 14 and February 28 meetings): · Mr. Aldo DeTomasi, 5:35 p.m., applicant to Parks and Recreation Commission · Mr. Steve Dworetsky, 5:42 p.m., applicant to Conference Center Authority · Mr. Dennis Rosaia, 5:52 p.m., re-appointment to Conference Center Authority Mayor Fernekes informed the candidates that appointments will be made during the regular City Council meeting tonight. 5. Housing Authority potential vacancy Director Bower and City Attorney Mattas updated Council on the existing concern that Housing Authority Boardmember Gary Smith has missed four consecutive meetings. City Attorney Mattas advised Council of its options, although it is unclear whether Boardmember Smith is aware the seat is considered vacated. Director Bower advised Council that the Chairman of the Housing Authority, James Claar, contacted Boardmember Smith and confirmed that his unexcused absences were the result of other activities. Mayor Pro Tem Mullin stated his reluctance to removing Boardmember Smith from the Housing Authority without staff contacting him directly to verify his unexcused absences and explaining the ramifications. Councilwoman Matsumoto suggested if Boardmember Smith indicates an interest to remain on the Housing Authority, staff should obtain a commitment from him to improve his attendance. Council reached a consensus to wait until next month to take action, if necessary, on Boardmember Smith's seat. Staff was directed to contact Boardmember Smith. o Closed Session: Pursuant to Government Code Section 54957.6, labor negotiations for City Manager Entered into Closed Session: 6:05 p.m. Reconvened into Open Session: 6:33 p.m., all Councilmembers present Report from Closed Session: City Attorney Mattas announced direction given/no action taken 7. Adjournment Motion-Mullin/Second-Gonzalez: To adjourn the meeting at 6:33 p.m. Unanimously approved by voice vote. Submitted by: Sylvi~jM. Payne, City Clerls/ City 8f South San Francisco Approved: Uity 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. SPECIAL CITY COUNCIL MEETING MARCH 14, 2001 MINUTES PAGE 2 MINUTES CITY COUNCIL CITY OF SOUTH SAN FRANCISCO REGULAR MEETING MARCH 14, 2001 MUNICIPAL SERVICES BUILDING COMMUNITY ROOM 33 ARROYO DRIVE CALL TO ORDER: 7:32 p.m. (Cassette Tape No. 1) ROLL CALL: Present: Councilmembers Gonzalez, Matsumoto and Penna, Mayor Pro Tem Mullin and Mayor Fernekes Absent: None PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: Led by Mayor Fernekes INVOCATION: Given by Reverend John Song, St. Paul's United Methodist Church AGENDA REVIEW City Manager Wilson requested Item No. 10 be pulled to allow time for staff to meet with community members, and Item No. 11 be continued to the March 28 meeting PUBLIC COMMENTS Mr. Del Schembari, 321 Alta Mesa Drive, asked for an update on the current status of the native American oversight worker for the Terrabay project and if someone was on site when the chain link fence was constructed near the proposed hook ramp. Mayor Fernekes stated a member of staff will contact him with the requested information. Mr. Dan Shattuc, 111 Belmont Avenue, reminded Council that Arbor Day and Earth Day are in April. He requested a proclamation be prepared observing Earth Day and copies be given to him and his sister, Jan Pont, at the April meeting. Mr. Shattuc suggested Council observe term limits to allow other boardmembers and commissioners an opportunity to serve. He submitted information to Council on ways to beautify a community. Ms. Jackie Williams, 242 Longford Drive, stated her disappointment that an air quality monitor was not included in the United Golden Gate Power Project peaker plant. She requested a Council subcommittee work with neighboring cities to urge the California Energy Commission to include a monitor in the Phase II power plant project. (A letter was submitted to Council.) ITEMS FROM COUNCIL Councilman Penna reiterated his request from staff regarding the Golden Gate Power Project's ability to construct a power plant without obtaining local building permits. Staff responded that a Council airport subcommittee meeting (Mullin/Penna) is being scheduled with the City Attorney. Councilman Penna reported that a San Mateo County Convention and Visitors Bureau meeting is scheduled for March 22 to vote on the Business Improvement District (BID). He stated that he will be out of town that day, but he will be able to vote by proxy. Mayor Pro Tem Mullin reported on the implementation of an employee training program that he and Councilwoman Matsumoto have been working on with staff. He further reported on issues before the SFO/Community Roundtable, including the "Flight Quiet Program" that was approved, and attending the University of California Symposium on Aircraft Noise. He stated he came back with processes that can be brought back to the Roundtable for implementation. Councilwoman Matsumoto reported on the monthly CCAG meeting and that South San Francisco was recognized for its outstanding and aggressive shuttle service program. She reported attending PAL's installation dinner with Mayor Fernekes and praised PAL for its work with children. She further reported on the Greenhouse Project at Orange Park that is managed by Dennis Crossland and invited the public to visit the project. Councilman Gonzalez reported that he attended 2001 Space Odyssey on March 9, at the Presidio to discuss the preservation of open space. He reported attending the Historic Old Town Homeowners and Renters Association meeting that was also attended by staff, and staff responded to homeowners' questions. He announced that Families on Track is participating in the Coyote Point Human Race as a fundraiser for its organization and that he is attending the San Mateo County Citizens' Academy. He invited interested members of the public to enroll in the September class. Mayor Fernekes announced that South San Francisco High School is hosting a student exchange program from Palermo, Italy, and they will be arriving late March. He reported on events and meetings he attended, including the South San Francisco High School Band annual dinner/dance, a Kaiser subcommittee (Fernekes/Mullin) meeting with Dr. Caughey to discuss parking issues and building expansion, and PAL's annual installation dinner. He announced that the Community Learning Center is having a grand opening celebration on March 20, and Little League Baseball is having a season grand opening at Alta Loma Park on March 31. CONSENT CALENDAR 1. Motion to approve the minutes of the February 28, 2001 special and regular meetings 2. Motion to confirm expense claims of March 14, 2001 in the amount of $1,405,902.07 o Resolution No. 18-2001, authorizing staff to submit funding application to the San Mateo HOME Program in the amount of $800,000 for the City' s housing acquisition and rehabilitation program REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING MARCH 14, 2001 MINUTES PAGE 2 8"2 Resolution authorizing a Caltrans railroad maintenance agreement to facilitate the construction of the Oyster Point Boulevard Flyover Project Item pulled from Consent Calendar. Motion to approve the interior painting of the Westborough Recreation Building in accordance with plans and specifications o Resolution to amend the PERS contract to provide for unused sick leave for local police members and local miscellaneous members and one-year final compensation for local miscellaneous members Item pulled from Consent Calendar. Resolution No. 19-2001, approving B ayshore Boulevard detachment and annexation tax determination 8. Acknowledgement of proclamations issued: Gerald Simotas, February 23, 2001 Councilman Gonzalez requested Item Nos. 4 and 6 be pulled from the Agenda. Motion-Penna/Second-Matsumoto: To approve Consent Calendar Item Nos. 1, 2, 3, 5, 7 and 8. Unanimously approved by voice vote. Abstain: Mayor Pro Tem Mullin, Item No. 1. Item No. 4: Staff report presented by Public Works Director Gibbs. Councilman Gonzalez stated his concerns regarding delayed costs and procedures, which Director Gibbs explained. Motion-Mullin/Second-Gonzalez: To approve Resolution No. 20-2001, authorizing an agreement between the City of South San Francisco, Peninsula Corridor Joint Powers Board and the San Mateo County Transit District to facilitate the construction of the Oyster Point Boulevard Flyover Project. Unanimously approved by voice vote. Item No. 6: Staff report presented by Human Resources Director Bower. Mayor Pro Tem Mullin discussed the affect of the stock market on PERS' investment and funding strategies with Finance Director Steele. Director Bower responded to Councilman Penna's questions regarding overtime, which is not affected by this proposal. Cost information was discussed, although Director Bower stated PERS uses various formulas and factors that make it a complex issue to explain. Mayor Pro Tem Mullin requested staff prepare a breakdown in general terms. He asked if we're using a formula that is used statewide with all general law cities and staff responded that we are. Motion-Penna/Second-Gonzalez: To approve Resolution No. 21-2001, a Resolution of Intention to approve an amendment to contract between the Board of Administration REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING MARCH 14, 2001 MINUTES PAGE 3 California Public Employees' Retirement System and the City Council. Unanimously approved by voice vote. PUBLIC HEARINGS Hearing to consider housing and community development (CDBG) needs; review proposed activities; provide direction to staff regarding funding priorities for the 2001-02 program year Public hearing opened. Staff report presented by Housing and Community Development Manager Fragoso. Speakers: (Each speaker briefly described the services their agency provides and funding requests.) 1) 2) 3) 4) Mr. David Burruto, John's Closet Ms. Ann Torres, Family Service Agency of San Mateo County Ms. Judy Gaither, HIP Housing Ms. Barbara Walker, Daybreak Shelter for Homeless Mayor Pro Tem Mullin asked for clarification on the quarterly reporting procedures and asked that reports be brought up to date before allocations are approved. 5) 6) 7) 8) 9) 10) 11) 13) Ms. Maggie Cuadro, North Peninsula Neighborhood Services Ms. Jan Wilbom, Poplar RECARE Mr. Paul Cohen, LaRaza Centro Legal Mr. Ray Pittinger, CID Ms. Roxanne Dean, North Peninsula Family Alternatives Ms. Sara Kimberlin, Shelter Network Mr. Dan Shattuc, 111 Belmont Avenue, speaking with concern regarding the City budget process. Mayor Pro Tem Mullin clarified that the item being discussed is CDBG's social services grant allocation requests. Ms. Ann Marquart, Project Sentinel-Fair Housing Ms. Melodie Smith, Center for Domestic Violence Public hearing closed. Council agreed to forward comments to the CDBG Council subcommittee (Matsumoto/Penna) by March 23. (Recess: 9:25 p.m. - 9:39 p.m.) 10. Hearing to consider an urgency ordinance establishing the General Plan as the superior authority in cases where the General Plan and the Zoning Code are in conflict regarding permitted land use; introduce, waive reading and adopt ordinance Item pulled from agenda. REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING MARCH 14, 2001 MINUTES PAGE 4 11. Hearing to consider Second Amendment to the Final Terrabay Specific Plan and Amendment to the Terrabay Specific Plan District Zoning Ordinance; waive reading and introduce an ordinance (item will be continued to March 28, 2001) Mayor Fernekes opened the public hearing and continued it to the March 28 meeting. Motion-Mullin/Second-Matsumoto: To continue Item No. 11 to the March 28 meeting. Unanimously approved by voice vote. ADMINISTRATIVE BUSINESS 12. Appointments to Boards and Commissions Mayor Fernekes summarized the Council interview process conducted at special meetings held December 13, 2000, January 10, January 24, February 14, February 21, February 28 and March 14, 2001, and that Council is prepared to make final appointments tonight. Human Resources Director Bower presented staff report. Appointments were made as follows: Planning Commission (four vacancies, ten applicants): Judith Honan, reappointed to a second term Eugene Sim, reappointed to a second term Marc Teglia, reappointed to a second term Rick Ochsenhirt Motion-Penna/Second-Mullin: To appoint Judith Honan, Eugene Sim, Marc Teglia and Rick Ochsenhirt to four year terms on the Planning Commission, terms expiring December 31, 2004. Unanimously approved by voice vote. (Cassette Tape No. 2) · Cultural Arts Commission (two vacancies, one applicant) Alexis Winters Motion-Penna/Second-Matsumoto: To appoint Alexis Winters to the Cultural Arts Commission. Unanimously approved by voice vote. Historic Preservation Commission (five vacancies, 3 candidates): First Round: Robert Masuda, reappointed to a second term Domingo Rivera Frank Vieira, reappointed to a second term Motion-PennaJSecond-Gonzalez: To appoint Robert Masuda, Domingo Rivera and Frank Vieira to four year terms on the Historic Preservation Commission, terms expiring March 31, 2004. On the question: Mayor Pro Tem Mullin stated he added REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING MARCH 14, 2001 MINUTES PAGE 5 13. Charles Elliott to the list of applicants for consideration. Motion continued: Unanimously approved by voice vote. Emeritus appointment: Victor J. Feudale Motion-Mullin/Second-Penna: To appoint Victor J. Feudale to emeritus member of the Historic Preservation Commission. Unanimously approved by voice vote. Mayor Fernekes stated Council will return later to the Historic Preservation Commission to complete the appointments. Housing Authority Board (one vacancy at this time, three appliCants) James Lineberger Motion-Penna/Second-Matsumoto: To appoint James Lineberger to a four year term on the Housing Authority Board, commencing March 31, 2001 and expiring March 31, 2005. Unanimously approved by voice vote. Housing Authority/Tenant Commissioner Board (two vacancies, one applicant) Carolyn Reardon Motion-Mullin/Second-Penna: To appoint Carolyn Reardon to a two year term on the Housing Authority, term expiring December 11, 2002. Unanimously approved by voice vote. Parking Place Commission (one vacancy, one applicant) Norm Faria Motion-Penna/Second-Matsumoto: To appoint Norm Faria to a three year term on the Parking Place Commission, term expiring December 31, 2003. Unanimously approved by voice vote. Mayor Pro Tern Mullin questioned the process and suggested adding applicants to the Park and Recreation Commission that indicated interest. City Attorney Mattas advised Council on the options before them. Council concurred to move to Item 13, Appointments to Conference Center Authority, then resume Item 12. Appointments to Conference Center Authority City Attorney Mattas reviewed the difference in Authority categories and the definition of "Visitor-Serving". Mayor Pro Tem Mullin suggested this subject be further addressed at a future date. By Council consensus, applicant Steve Dworetzky was added to the Visitor Serving Business category and Richard Noftsger was removed. Appointments were made as follows: REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES MARCH 14, 2001 PAGE 6 Business/Resident Category (two vacancies, three applicants): Richard Noftsger Dennis Rosaia, reappointed to a second term Visitor Serving Business Category (one vacancy, two applicants): Steve Dworetzky Motion-Mullin/Second-Gonzalez: To appoint Richard Noftsger, Dennis Rosaia and Steve Dworetzky to the Conference Center Authority, terms expiring on March 27, 2004. Unanimously approved by voice vote. Councilwoman Matsumoto reiterated a previous suggestion that the Chamber of Commerce Director be considered as a non-voting member on the Authority. City Attorney Mattas stated that Council decides the composition of the Authority by ordinance. Council concurred to have staff bring this issue back for further discussion. Hotel Representative Appointments (two positions) Michael Palmer Gerry Vadnais Conference Center Authority Director O'Toole informed Council that the two hotel representative positions require Council's consent. Motion-Penna/Second-Gonzalez: To confirm the hotel representative appointments of Michael Palmer and Gerry Vadnais, expiring March 27, 2002. On the question: In response to Mayor Pro Tem Mullin, staff verified that appointments by the hotel industry are considered automatic and Council ratifies their appointment. Motion continued: Unanimously approved by voice vote. Mayor Pro Tem Mullin further discussed the appointments of hotel representatives and Council's lack of involvement. Director O'Toole stated that Council's concerns, including the "visitor-serving" category, Chamber representative, and hotel positions, will be reviewed by the Authority and a report will be brought back to Council. Item No. 12, continued By Council consensus, Linda Loeffier and Sal Rodriguez were added to the Personnel Board and Parks and Recreation Commission ballots. Personnel Board (three vacancies, seven applicants): Ray Green Carl Rowlands, reappointed to a second term Linda Loeffler REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING MARCH 14, 2001 MINUTES PAGE 7 Motion-Mullin/Second-Matsumoto: To appoint Ray Green, Carl Rowlands and Linda Loeffler to four year terms on the Personnel Board, terms expiring December 31, 2004. Unanimously approved by voice vote. Parks and Recreation Commission (four vacancies, seven applicants): Harry Gidwani, reappointed to a second term Pablo Gonzalez Janine Greenwald, reappointed to second term Sal Rodriguez Motion-PennaJSecond-Mullin: To appoint Harry Gidwani, Pablo Gonzalez, Janine Greenwald and Sal Rodriguez to four year terms on the Parks and Recreation Commission, terms expiring December 31, 2004. Unanimously approved by voice vote. Historic Preservation Commission (two vacancies, two applicants) Second Round: Mary Giusti Charles Elliott Motion-Mullin/Second-Penna: To appoint Mary Giusti and Charles Elliott to the Historic Preservation Commission, terms expiring December 31, 2002. Unanimously approved by voice vote. 14. Board and Commission process clarification of conflict of interest language Staff report presented by Human Resources Director Bower. Council discussed the recommended wording and City Attorney Mattas advised Council that information regarding the Brown Act and Political Reform Act is issued to new Commissioners and Boardmembers. He recommended the new language and stated that it is consistent with the Council handbook. Councilman Penna felt the language was not necessary. Motion-Matsumoto/Second-Mullin: To approve new language for Board and Commission brochures: "The City and its Boards and Commissions are engaged in a variety of activities that have the common goal of promoting the interests of all its citizens. The Council will therefore assess the potential for conflict of interest with each candidate before making any appointment." Approved by voice vote. Noes: Councilman Penna. LEGISLATIVE BUSINESS 15. Waive reading and introduce an ordinance repealing Section 2.16.020 of South San Francisco Municipal Code repealing voluntary campaign expenditure limits for elections to City offices Staff report presented by City Attorney Mattas. REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING MARCH 14, 2001 MINUTES PAGE 8 Council discussed the issue and the length of time it will take to prepare guidelines. In response to Councilman Gonzalez, City Attorney Mattas reported that there is no cap on campaign contributions. Motion-Mullin/Second-Penna: To waive reading and introduce an ordinance repealing Section 2.16.020 of South San Francisco Municipal Code repealing voluntary campaign expenditure limits for elections to City offices. Unanimously approved by voice vote. ADJOURNMENT Motion-Mullin/Second-Matsumoto: To adjourn the meeting at 11:06 p.m. Unanimously approved by voice vote. Submitted by: ayne, City Cler~/ City of South San Francisco Approved: ernekes, Mayor h 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. REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING MARCH 14, 2001 MINUTES PAGE 9