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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes 2002-02-27MINUTES CITY COUNCIL CITY OF SOUTH SAN FRANCISCO REGULAR MEETING FEBRUARY 27, 2002 MUNICIPAL SERVICES BUILDING COMMUNITY ROOM 33 ARROYO DRIVE CALL TO ORDER: 7:31 p.m. (Cassette Tape No. 1) ROLL CALL: Present: Councilmembers Fernekes, Green, and Matsumoto, Mayor Pro Tem Gonzalez and Mayor Mullin Absent: None PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: Led by Mayor Mullin INVOCATION: Given by Rev. Fernando Carvalho, Message of Peace International Church PRESENTATIONS Recognition of Leadership Academy Graduates - Director of Human Resources Bower introduced the City employees who recently completed the Leadership Academy program: Laura Armanino, Mike Charon, Victoria Edwards, Laura Gigi, Joe Hunziker, Kiertikrai Komin, Mich Mercado, Larry Radchenko, Rob Romero, Steve Van Zant, Pam Waldrep and Leon Wilborn. Update on RCN and AT&T - Finance Director Steele reported that both cable companies are covering the Planning Commission and City Council meetings live. He stated that AT&T is currently the only cable company carrying Peninsula TV (a non-profit community resource that provides local programming and broadcasts from the College of San Mateo). He further reported that SAMCAT is conducting a public hearing on March 14, 2:00 pm, at the San Carlos City Hall regarding the interconnection issue between AT&T and RCN to broadcast Peninsula TV and whether or not AT&T is in violation of its franchise agreement with the SAMCAT agencies. Bay Area Water Users Association - Mr. Art Jensen updated Council on the San Francisco PUC capital improvement program and proposed legislation to renovate the Hetch Hetchy water system (AB 1823, AB2068, and SB 1870). He stated that the system needs to be upgraded in order to withstand earthquakes. Mr. Jensen responded to questions regarding the financing provisions and assurances that San Francisco will pays its fair share for the repair work. He stated that in fifteen years, when the work has been completed, water rates will increase approximately $21 per month. He also responded that the Association is working on the formation of a special district and is working with San Francisco to address capacity issues and future needs. In response to Mayor Mullin, Mr. Jensen stated his Association is non-profit and its membership is comprised of agencies that buy water from San Francisco. He further explained that the special district will have the authority to issue revenue bonds, that San Francisco does not gain general fund revenue profits from selling its water, and that the Association is reviewing the list of critical projects in the CIP with the San Francisco PUC to determine project priority. AGENDA REVIEW No changes. PUBLIC COMMENTS Mayor Mullin announced that the 5th Annual Senior Health & Fitness Fair will be held Friday, March 15, 2002 at the E1 Camino Senior Center. Ms. Jackie Williams, 242 Longford Drive, asked for an update on items related to the School Liaison Committee scheduling a meeting, the Serramonte Corporate Center settlement agreement, and signalizating Hickey Boulevard to improve the flow of traffic. She also related information regarding two peaker power plants proposed at the SFO/United Airlines site. Mayor Mullin responded that the School Liaison Committee has not yet scheduled a meeting. He directed staff to respond to Ms. Williams's questions in writing. Ms. Williams advised Council that Cai ISO is holding a meeting in March on the route of the new 28 mile 230KV power line from San Francisco to Redwood City. ITEMS FROM COUNCIL Community Forum Subcommittee Repons Mayor Pro Tem Gonzalez reported that he attended the Chamber's "Positive Attendance Campaign" a program to improve school attendance, and San Mateo County Council of Cities' meeting with guest speaker County Supervisor Jerry Hill. The Council of Cities asked for each city to take a position on AB680-Steinberg (Land use: sales tax and property tax revenue allocation). Mayor Pro Tern Gonzalez further reported that he attended the Los Cerritos PTA Founders Day celebration, and took a tour of the County's juvenile facility. Councilwoman Matsumoto reported attending the Los Cerritos PTA Founders Day program, the Black Heritage festivities, and did a ride-along with Police Officer Elena Dominguez. Councilman Fernekes reported that he attended the Los Cerritos PTA Founders Day program and that Councilwoman Matsumoto received the honorary service award in recognition of establishing "Friends of Los Cerritos". He further reported attending the Black Heritage festivities and the South San Francisco High School Booster Club's annual dinner. REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING FEBRUARY 27, 2002 MINUTES PAGE 2 Mayor Mullin reported that he attended the awards ceremony based on the 2002 report, "Children in Our Community, Report on their Health and Well Being", and that South San Francisco received gold medals in two categories: 1) Children Are Succeeding in School, and 2) Systems Support Children. A check for $2500 was also awarded to the City. Mayor Mullin confirmed with staff that a position on AB680 has been taken by the City in opposition to the legislation. CONSENT CALENDAR 1. Motion to approve the minutes of the February 13, 2002 regular meeting 2. Motion to confirm expense claims of February 27, 2002 in the amount of $1,516,192.66 o Resolution No. 10-2002, authorizing submittal of HOME request for funding to San Mateo County for affordable housing development in the amount of $500,000 o Resolution No. 11-2002, approving Memorandum of Understanding between the City of South San Francisco and the International Association of Firefighters (IAFF) Motion-Gonzalez/Second-Femekes: To approve the Consent Calendar as submitted. Unanimously approved by voice vote. ADMINISTRATIVE BUSINESS o Resolution awarding contract to ECS Imaging, Inc. for LaserFiche, a computerized document imagining system, in the amount of $24,908 Staff report and visual presentation given by Information Technology Director Hollis. Director Hollis responded to questions regarding archiving documents on CDs, security features, reducing file cabinet space, the scanning process, blocking sensitive information, and eventually accessing documents through the City's website. Motion-Fernekes/Second-Green: To approve Resolution No. 12-2002, awarding contract to ECS Imaging, Inc. Unanimously approved by voice vote. ITEMS FROM COUNCIL continued Councilman Gonzalez reported that he attended the City employee open house at City Hall today and announced that the American Heart Association will be holding a educational workshop on the warning signs of heart disease on March 9, 10:00 am-12:30 pm, at the Terrabay Community Center. Mayor Mullin reported that yesterday he attended the unveiling of the initial plans for the new Peninsula YMCA's facility at Terrabay. The YMCA will be soliciting the community for input into the types of programs the facility will provide. REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING FEBRUARY 27, 2002 MINUTES PAGE 3 ADJOURNMENT Motion-Fernekes/Second-Matsumoto: To adjourn the meeting at 8:48 p.m. Unanimously approved by voice vote. Submitted by: Sylvi~(M. Payne, City Clerk City of South San Francisco Approved: ~yor 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 FEBRUARY 27, 2002 MINUTES PAGE 4