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CITY COUNCIL
CITY OF SOUTH SAN FRANCISCO
REGULAR MEETING
JUNE 13, 2001
MUNICIPAL SERVICES BUILDING
COMMUNITY ROOM
33 ARROYO DRIVE
CALL TO ORDER:
ROLL CALL:
7:32 p.m.
Present:
Absent:
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE:
INVOCATION:
PRESENTATIONS
(Video Tape)
Councilmembers Gonzalez, Matsumoto and Penna,
Mayor Pro Tem Mullin and Mayor Fernekes
None
Led by Mayor Fernekes
Rev. Rolando Caverte, Mater Dolorosa Church
· Library Children's Summer Reading Program costume pageant for "Catch a Dragon by the
Tale" was presented by Library employees Meg Cupman, Ann Mahon, Wendy Sinclair-
Smith, and Ann Kerin. The program begins June 18 and ends July 27.
· Proclamation to South San Francisco Rotary Club was presented by Mayor Fernekes to
Rotary President Bruce Wright in honor of the Rotary's 50th anniversary.
AGENDA REVIEW
Acting City Manager Moss requested the public hearing for Item No. 10 be opened and
continued to June 27.
Mayor Fernekes requested Item No. 10 be moved forward on the agenda.
PUBLIC HEARING
10. Consideration of appeal of the Planning Commission denial of UP-00-026, a gasoline
facility at 451 South Airport Boulevard; Applicant: Costco
Request that item be continued to June 27, 2001.
Mayor Fernekes opened the public hearing and continued the public hearing to June 27.
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Motion-Mullin/Second-Matsumoto: To continue the public hearing for UP-00-026
(Costco) to June 27, 2001. Unanimously approved by voice vote.
PUBLIC COMMENTS
Ms. Jackie Williams, 242 Longford Drive, asked if there will be another community meeting to
discuss the proposed power plant in South San Francisco. She reported on recent activities
concerning the proposed San Francisco Potrero Hill Power Plant. Ms. Williams asked for an
update on the Serramonte Corporate Center development and stated her objection to the
proposed gas station at the South Airport Boulevard Costco facility. Acting City Manager Moss
responded that the next scheduled community meeting to discuss the power plant will be July 17,
7:00 p.m., in the Municipal Services Building, Community Room, and will be hosted by the
Chamber of Commerce. Mayor Fernekes advised Ms. Williams that the Serramonte Corporate
Center ad hoc subcommittee (Fernekes/Mullin) has not held any meetings or rendered any
decisions.
Mr. James Lineberger, Housing Authority Commissioner, thanked Council for appointing him to
the Housing Authority,
ITEMS FROM COUNCIL
* Community Forum
· Subcommittee Reports
Mayor Fernekes reported on the recent activities he attended, including the Crossing Guards
Safety Awards Presentation (noting that Martin School received the Mayor's Trophy) a
committee meeting (Fernekes/Mullin) with residents of the Treasure Island Mobile Home Park,
and a reception at the Airport celebrating the Roundtable's 20th Anniversary.
Councilwoman Matsumoto stated she attended the Mayor's State of the City Address on June 6
before the Chamber of Commerce, the Boards' and Commissions' annual training session on
June 5, the Historical Society's dinner/fashion show on May 25, and that the Cultural Arts
subcommittee (Matsumoto/Gonzalez) had their first meeting with the Cultural Arts Commission
subcommittee to discuss the proposed sculpture garden.
Councilman Gonzalez stated that he attended the annual American Heart Association luncheon
in April and St. Augustine Church's renovation celebration on June 2. He informed the public of
several telephone numbers for reporting lost/stolen credit cards.
Councilman Penna reported that he attended the Chamber's Annual State of the City Address
and complimented the Mayor on his presentation.
Mayor Pro Tem Mullin stated that the Kaiser subcommittee (Fernekes/Mullin) recently met with
Kaiser staff to discuss parking issues. He attended the Read California Program dedication at
Orange Park, organized by First Lady of the State, Sharon Davis, and that he served as a judge
for the Senior Exit Project at South San Francisco High School.
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Mayor Fernekes reported on his recent Sister City trip to Atotonilco el Alto and the festivities he
attended.
CONSENT CALENDAR
Motion to approve the minutes of the May 23 regular meeting and May 30, 2001 special
meeting
2. Motion to confirm expense claims of June 13, 2001 in the amount of $3,002,908.84
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Motion to adopt Ordinance No. 1290-2001, amending SSFMC Chapter 11.68.010 and
11.68.015 to change the radar enforced speed limit on Railroad Avenue from 30 mph to
25 mph
Motion to adopt Ordinance No. 1291-2001, amending SSFMC Chapter 20.40 to modify
development and parking standards in the Genentech Research and Development Overlay
District and rezoning five existing parcels from Planned Industrial to Genentech Research
& Development Overlay District
Motion to accept Orange Park Pool Re-roof project as complete in accordance with plans
and specifications
Resolution authorizing an agreement for the Philippine American Friendship Celebration
on July 7,2001 in Orange Memorial Park
Pulled from Consent Calendar, see below for discussion.
Motion to approve the placement of two modular classrooms behind the Westborough
Park building for pre-school and Community Learning Center activities
Pulled from Consent Calendar, see below for discussion.
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Resolution No. 48-2001, accepting $5,500 in revenue to support the South San Francisco
Community Partnership's Community Health Initiative and Library children's and
literacy programs
Acknowledgement of proclamations issued: Atotonilco el Alto, June 7-13; and Flag Day,
June 14, 2001
Mayor Fernekes requested Item No. 6 be pulled from the Consent Calendar and Mayor
Pro Tem Mullin requested Item No. 7 be pulled.
Motion-Mullin/Second-Penna: To approve Consent Calendar Item Nos. 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 8
and 9. Unanimously approved by voice vote.
Consent Calendar Item No. 6: Staff report presented by Parks, Recreation and Maintenance
Services Director Nagel.
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Mr. Matias Varela, 1219 Ralston Avenue, Belmont, representing the San Mateo County
Arts Council, stated his support for the celebration festivities and his concern that the
City was over estimating the number of people planning to attend the event. He
discussed the various requirements being made and requested that the fees for City
services be adjusted.
Ms. Malou Mariano, 426 Dolores Court, San Mateo, stated the purpose of the celebration
and that the admission is free. She stated her objection to the fees being charged by the
City and questioned their basis. She requested 50% of the fees be paid at the end of June
and the balance be paid on the day of the event, July 7. She felt an inequity was being
shown to the festival organizers.
Councilwoman Matsumoto, stated her support for the event, but expressed concern
relative to the speakers' statements regarding area wide/local participation, advertising,
and planned activities as they were contrary to what had been presented in previous
discussions. She stated her support for staff's efforts and was vexed by the comments
alleging bias. She suggested the fees be made in two installments: 50% on June 15 and
the balance be paid at the end of the month.
Councilman Gonzalez stated his support for this type of event, but asked for clarification
on the event's activities and questioned the estimated crowd expected. He further stated
his support for staff taking precautions.
Councilman Penna expressed his concern that the event will have a regional draw. He
stated his support for the imposition of fees and staff being cautious regarding an
unknown and potentially large event.
Mayor Pro Tem Mullin discussed the justification of the fees with staff and stated his
support for how staff handles City events. He reiterated staff's plan to refund the damage
deposit.
Mayor Fernekes verified that unused fees will be refunded to the organizers. Staff stated
that it has been suggested that the organizers look toward donations from companies to
help curb expenses. Mayor Fernekes stated his support for staff's handling of this event
and that he supports Councilwoman Matsumoto's suggestion that the fees be made in two
installments.
Motion-Mullin/Second-Penna: To approve Resolution No. 49-2001, authorizing an
agreement for the Philippine American Friendship Celebration on July 7, 2001 in Orange
Memorial Park and to modify Section III.C as follows:
SMCAC shall pay the City 50% of the estimated costs of providing
said services on or before June 15,2001 and the balance due on or
before June 30, 2001.
On the question: Councilman Penna questioned if there have been any fees
charged to date and staff responded that the organizers have not been charged for
staff's time. In response to Councilman Gonzalez, staff confirmed that City
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employees will be sent home if attendance is less than expected, which will
reduce fees further. Motion continued: Unanimously approved by voice vote.
Consent Calendar Item No. 7: Mayor Pro Tem Mullin asked if the modular classrooms
are going to be sound proof since they are located in the aircraft noise footprint.
Staff stated insulation and double paned windows can be accommodated by the
installer. Mayor Pro Tem Mullin requested that he meet with Director Nagel to
review the Roundtable's research on reducing noise in modular classrooms.
Motion-Mullin/Second-Penna: To approve the placement of two modular
classrooms behind the Westborough Park building for pre-school and Community
Learning Center activities. Unanimously approved by voice vote.
ADJOURNMENT
Motion-Penna/Second-Matsumoto: To adjourn the meeting at 8:45 p.m. Unanimously approved
by voice vote.
Submitted by:
ayne, City Clerk
City of South San Francisco
Ar)~)roved:
~rnel~es, Mayor
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 video. The documents related to the items are on file in
the Office of the City Clerk and are available lbr inspection, review and copying.
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