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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes 2001-10-24MINUTES CITY COUNCIL CITY OF SOUTH SAN FRANCISCO REGULAR MEETING OCTOBER 24, 2001 MUNICIPAL SERVICES BUILDING COMMUNITY ROOM 33 ARROYO DRIVE CALL TO ORDER: 7:31 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 Femekes INVOCATION: Given by Reverent John Cantley, Grace Covenant Church PRESENTATIONS South San Francisco Community Partnership Update - Community Outreach Director Heather Quinn, and staff members Carla Molina and Jennifer Chancay, presented an overview of the program, its accomplishments since 1999, and its goals for the coming year(s). A video tape from Channel 11 News was shown that highlighted the Partnership's transitional kindergarten program. (Handouts of the presentation were submitted to Council for their information.) BART Construction Update - Nia Crowder, South San Francisco BART Liaison discussed the status of current construction and community outreach efforts. In response to Councilwoman Matsumoto, Ms. Crowder reviewed the progress of work at the Boys and Girls Club and the schedule for the landscaping. City Manager Wilson advised Council that the Chestnut Avenue paving project will begin this Fall. In response to Mayor Pro Tem Mullin, Ms. Crowder stated that the four BART stations will open simultaneously and that revenue service may begin in Spring 2003. AGENDA REVIEW City Manager Wilson advised Council that Item No. 7, ENRA agreement, has been modified (modified agreements were distributed to Council for its consideration). He further requested that Item Nos. 8 and 12 be removed, and that Public Hearing Item No. 11 be continued to November 14. PUBLIC COMMENTS Mrs. Wai-ling Eng, McDonald's Restaurants, invited Council to attend the third annual Thanksgiving Breakfast at McDonalds on E1 Camino Real. She announced that Ronald McDonald House Charities, in collaboration with Mr. Holland's Opus Foundation, is offering a grant to an elementary or middle school with an existing band program that needs new band instruments. Mrs. Sophie Mason, 10 Arlington Drive, stated her concern that the League of Women Voters' Candidates Forum was not televised. She questioned Councilwoman Matsumoto's support of Costco, reducing speakers time to three minutes at Council meetings, and having residents removed from Council meetings for speaking too long. Mr. Pablo Gonzalez, Sur San Francisco Unidos, thanked Council for its support and announced that the organization raised $3138 at the Day in the Park event. Ms. Marjorie Sieux, 11 Canyon Court, stated her concern regarding wireless communication towers being erected in the City's residential areas. She stated that antenna farms are being erected without notifying surrounding residents. She informed Council of the study that is being undertaken in San Francisco. Ms. Sieux asked Council if they received a copy of the letter she dropped off at City Hall last week regarding UP-01-064, a 30' tower at Avalon/Canyon Court. She suggested the City prepare a comprehensive plan for these towers. Mayor Femekes responded that the letter was received. Councilman Penna stated he did not receive a copy of the letter. City Manager Wilson stated the issue has been addressed by Council. He stated a comprehensive ordinance was adopted regulating communication facilities. He further explained that the Planning Commission evaluates the projects'to see that they conform with Council policy. Noting that there is currently an appeal on one case, Mayor Pro Tem Mullin stated that the city does not have any obtrusive towers in its residential neighborhoods like San Francisco, and many towers are incorporated into the landscaping. In response to the concern regarding the candidates' forum not being televised, Mayor Fernekes explained that the League of Women Voters and the Chamber of Commerce sponsored the forum. He stated that AT&T had an obligation in Burlingame that evening. Mayor Fernekes explained that he made an effort to tape the forum with a borrowed camcorder, and that AT&T did make an effort to play the audio portion only. Mayor Pro Tem Mullin stated his disappointment that it was not televised because it was his opportunity to hold a debate on Measure L. ITEMS FROM COUNCIL · Community Forum · Subcommittee Reports REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING OCTOBER 24, 2001 MINUTES PAGE 2 Mayor Pro Tem Mullin reported that he and Councilman Penna met with Planning Commissioners Ochsenhirt and Teglia on the inclusionary ordinance. He explained that staff is currently researching several questions, another subcommittee meeting will be held, and a report will be made at the next Council meeting. Councilman Penna reported that he attended the Historical Society dinner with awards given to recipients Phyllis Feudale and Rich Bordi, Deputy Director of Parks and Maintenance Services. He also attended Jerry Fuch's roast, Mayor Pro Tem Mullin's assembly campaign kick-off, and Jim Cooper's retirement dinner. He announced that the History Room at the Grand Avenue Library is working on a 1960's and 70's photo exhibit and is soliciting for school event photos. Councilwoman Matsumoto responded to Mrs. Mason's comments, stating that the reduction to three minutes speaking time at City Council meetings was a decision of the full Council, the Council meeting room is for conducting business and speakers must be courteous to others, and Costco (general plan amendment) was approved by the voters and its revenues will allow the City to maintain services. She further stated that E1 Camino Real is a major corridor and it is not in the downtown neighborhood. Councilwoman Matsumoto stated the patriotic tree on Sign Hill was acknowledged on Channel 2 News. She asked Council's input on painting the letters on Sign Hill red, white and blue. She asked Fire Chief Lee if the memo he provided to Council on bio-terrorism preparedness was going to be put on the City's website. Fire Chief Lee stated that the City's website will have links to valuable information that is put out by the Red Cross. Councilman Gonzalez reported attending the street dedication ceremony for Michael Nevin Way, the Shriners' medical clinic at Magnolia Center, and the Chamber of Commerce's annual Taste of South San Francisco event. Mayor Fernekes stated that in addition to the events already mentioned by Council, he attended the San Mateo County's Legislative Breakfast meeting. He recognized Chamber member Jim Metz for chairing Taste of South San Francisco and his hard work that made it a success. He also recognized the Historical Society for its recent dinner and the positive work it does in the community. In response to Mayor Fernekes' request, Park and Recreation Director Barry Nagel reported on the annual Halloween Extravaganza that will take place on October 27 at the Municipal Services Building. CONSENT CALENDAR 1. Motion to approve the minutes of the October 10, 2001 special and regular meetings Item removed from the Consent Calendar, see below for discussion. 2. Motion to confirm expense claims of October 24, 2001 in the amount of $1,772,249.13 Resolution No. 107-2001, confirming continued support for the South San Francisco Community Partnership and authorizing acceptance of grant funds from the Peninsula Partnership in the amount of $71,653 Resolution No. 111-2001, accepting a Library Services and Technology Act (LSTA) grant from the California State Library in the amount of $53,900 REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES OCTOBER 24, 2001 PAGE 3 Resolution authorizing a contract with Golden Bay Construction, Inc. to provide construction services for the Water Quality Control Plan - Public Access Project in an amount not to exceed $921,761 Item pulled from the Consent Calendar, see below for discussion. o Motion to adopt Ordinance No. 1300-2001, adding S SFMC Chapter 20.120, Transportation Demand Management (TDM) Resolution No. 109-2001, authorizing the execution of an Exclusive Negotiating Rights Agreement (ENRA) between the City of South San Francisco and REST Investments Motion to approve revised landscape plans for Oakmont Vistas Planned Unit Development (PUD-98-054) Item removed from the Agenda. o Acknowledgement of proclamations issued: James Cooper (police department retirement) and William F. Andersen (post office retirement), October 12, 2001 Mayor Pro Tem Mullin requested Item No. 1 be removed from the Consent Calendar and Councilman Gonzalez requested Item No. 5 be removed. Motion-PennaJSecond-Matsumoto: To approve Consent Calendar Item Nos. 2, 3, 4, 6, 7 and 9. Unanimously approved by voice vote. Item No. 1: Mayor Pro Tem Mullin requested that Page 2, Paragraph 1, of the October 10 regular meeting minutes be corrected to reflect that the teacher's housing needs questionnaire has not yet been constructed or administered. Motion-Mullin/Second-Matsumoto: To approve the minutes of the October 10, 2001 special and regular meetings, including the correction to the October 10 regular meeting minutes as indicated above by Mayor Pro Tem Mullin. Unanimously approved by voice vote. Item No. 5: In response to Councilman Gonzalez, Public Works Director Gibbs reviewed the public access improvements, including the bridge that will connect to the Littlefield Avenue trail and the proposed landscaping work, which are all part of the WQCP expansion. He indicated that the work will be completed in Spring 2002. Motion-Gonzalez/Second-Matsumoto: To approve Resolution No. 110-2001, authorizing a contract with Golden Bay Construction, Inc. in an amount not to exceed $921,761 to provide construction services for the Water Quality Control Plan - Public Access Project. Unanimously approved by voice vote. REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING OCTOBER 24, 2001 MINUTES PAGE 4 PUBLIC HEARING 10. Consideration of Zoning Amendment (ZA-01-078) to establish a citywide child care impact fee; approve resolution adopting the child care fee study, and motion to waive reading and introduce an ordinance Staff report and visual presentation given by Community Outreach Director Quinn and project consultant, Joann Brion. Speakers: Mrs. Rosa Perez, 521 Hillside Boulevard, representing PARCA North Peninsula Parents Group and Parents of Special Needs Children, spoke in favor of the impact fee program and stated her concern that the program include spaces for infants and children with special needs. She felt that this will give the City the opportunity for the Park and Recreation Department to expand its programs to include children with special needs for after school day care, similar to the program that the City of San Carlos is offering. Mr. Dion Dubois, 2217 Delvin Way, spoke in favor of the program and applauded staff for their work. Ms. Sally Cadigan, Child Care Coordinating Council - San Mateo, spoke in favor of the program and thanked Council for being the first city in San Mateo County to address child care needs with an impact fee program. Ms. Sylvia Chavez, 218 Camaritas Avenue, spoke in favor of the program and stated that her concern is that the program include children with special needs as current programs in the community do not. Ms. Sue Digre, Director of PARCA Family Services, 1750 E1 Camino Real, Burlingame, complimented the City on its vision and spoke in favor of the program. She urged Council to see that all children, including children with disabilities be included. Public hearing closed. Councilman Penna, child care subcommittee member, stated the importance of the City to provide child care facilities, and the positive impact it has on both parents and their employers. He stated the importance of this legislation and its impact on the future of South San Francisco. Mayor Pro Tem Mullin, child care subcommittee member, concurred with Councilman Penna. He discussed with staff the issue of providing care for children with special needs. Outreach Director Quinn stated that, at the direction of Councilwoman Matsumoto, the issue is addressed in the study. It is proposed that loans and/or grants be available to provide spaces for both infants and children with special needs. Councilwoman Matsumoto stated her support for the program, but felt the City's financial commitment was overwhelming. She discussed with staff the business REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING OCTOBER 24, 2001 MINUTES PAGE 5 community' s, the School District's and BART's participation in the program. Staff stated that although the impact fee is for new development only, East of 101 businesses are interested in the program and staff is currently meeting with several companies, including Sugen. City Manager Wilson stated that the School District has expressed interest, although not financially, but they are looking at the availability of land for housing and child care needs. He stated that BART has not been approached. Staff emphasized the City's good faith effort to meet its obligation for funding the program. Councilman Gonzalez stated his support for the program and his concern that many children receive childcare from unlicensed caretakers. He suggested a program to educate the unlicensed caretakers. Mayor Fernekes concurred with Council and stated his support for the program. Motion-Penna/Second-Matsumoto: To waive reading and introduce an ordinance establishing a childcare impact fee. Unanimously approved by voice vote. 11. Consideration of Appeal of Planning Commission September 6, 2001 Denial of Use Permit (UP-01-052) and Negative Declaration (ND-01-052) allowing a wireless communication facility situated at 1274 Mission Road in the Commercial (C-1) Zoning District in accordance with SSFMC Chapter 20.105; Owner: PG&E; Applicant: R.C. Riley - applicant requesting continuance to the November 14, 2001 meeting City Manager Wilson recommended that the public hearing be opened and continued. Public hearing opened. Motion-Mullin/Second-Penna: To continue the public hearing to the meeting of November '14, 2001. Unanimously approved by voice vote. ADMINISTRATIVE BUSINESS 12. Report from Public Works Director on the North Canal Street Bridge Item removed from Agenda. 13. Resolution authorizing an agreement with Innovative Technical Solutions, Inc. (ITSI) to provide site investigation, design and permitting services for the Colma Creek Bank Protection Project at the Water Quality Control Plant in an amount not to exceed $183,101 Staff report presented by Public Works Director Gibbs. Council questioned the length of time the erosion has been occurring, the financial structure, and the alternative solutions to protect the bank from further erosion. He stated that four feet of land was lost and it is anticipated that work will begin next Spring. REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING OCTOBER 24, 2001 MINUTES PAGE 6 Motion-PennaJSecond-Gonzalez: To approve Resolution No. 108-2001, approving an agreement with Innovative Technical Solutions, Inc. in the amount of $183,101 to provide site investigation, design and permitting services for the design of a protection system for an 800 foot long section of the Colma Creek bank near the new maintenance building at the Water Quality Control Plant. Unanimously approved by voice vote. CLOSED SESSION 14. Pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9(a), existing litigation: Aetna v. City of South San Francisco Entered into Closed Session: 9:29 p.m. Reconvened into Open Session: 11:02 p.m. Report from Closed Session: City Attorney Mattas reported that Council, by a 5-0 vote, authorized a writ of mandate be filed with the Court of Appeal regarding the City's motion for a protective order in Aetna v. City of South San Francisco. ADJOURNMENT Motion-Mullin/Second-Penna: To adjourn the meeting at 11:02 p.m. Unanimously approved by voice vote. Submitted by: Sylv'a(~l. Payne, City Cle~ City of South San Francisco Approved: /] t~ /,/Joseph A. Ferfiekes, 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 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 OCTOBER 24, 2001 MINUTES PAGE 7 MINUTES CITY COUNCIL CITY OF SOUTH SAN FRANCISCO SPECIAL MEETING OCTOBER 24, 2001 MUNICIPAL SERVICES BUILDING COMMUNITY ROOM 33 ARROYO DRIVE 1. Call to Order 9:29 p.m. 2. Roll Call Present: o Absent: Public Comments None Entered into Closed Session: Reconvened into Open Session: Report from Closed Session: 5. Adjournment Motion-Mullin/Second-Penna: approved by voice vote. Submitted by: · Payne, City Cle/l( City of South San Francisco (Cassette Tape No. 1) Councilmembers Gonzalez, Matsumoto and Penna, Mayor Pro Tem Mullin and Mayor Fernekes None Closed Session: Pursuant to Government Code Section 54957.6, conference with Labor Negotiator Jennifer Bower on Executive Management negotiations 9:29 p.m. 11:02 p.m., all Councilmembers present Direction given/no action taken To adjourn the meeting at 11:02 p.m. Unanimously Approved: JoJ(eph ~. Fernekes, Mayor City of South San Francisco