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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes 2002-10-23MINUTES CITY COUNCIL CITY OF SOUTH SAN FRANCISCO SPECIAL MEETING OCTOBER 23, 2002 MUNICIPAL SERVICES BUILDING COMMUNITY ROOM 33 ARROYO DRIVE 1. Call to Order 6:45 p.m. 2. Roll Call Present: (Cassette Tape No. 1) Councilmembers Femekes Green and Matsumoto, Mayor Pro Tem Gonzalez and Mayor Mullin Absent: None 3. Public Comments None o Interview applicant for Housing Authority Tenant Commissioner The Ms. Reardon responded to questions from Council (questions are consistent with those asked at the March 27, 2002 special meeting. Discussion and appointment to Housing Authority Motion-Fernekes/Second-Matsumoto: To reappoint Carolyn Reardon to the Housing Authority for a second term, expiring March 31, 2005. Unanimously approved by voice vote. 6. Adjoumment Motion-Matsumoto/Second-Gonzalez: approved by voice vote. Submitted by: Linda Patrick, Deputy City Clerk City of South San Francisco To adjourn the meeting at 6:53 p.m. Unanimously Approved: yor ~ of South San Francisco MINUTES CITY COUNCIL CITY OF SOUTH SAN FRANCISCO REGULAR MEETING OCTOBER 23, 2002 MUNICIPAL SERVICES BUILDING COMMUNITY ROOM 33 ARROYO DRIVE b 0,k. 5 q CALL TO ORDER: 7:30 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: PRESENTATIONS Reverend Francisco Baltadano, Mission Espititu Santa · Public Safety Awards - Police Chief Raffaelli awarded Certificates of Recognition for heroic conduct to Ms. Maria Tschirgi, Mr. George Spiteri, Ms. Erica Johnson and Mr. Daniel Lovato. Also receiving certificates, but not present were Mr. Edin Gonzalez, Mr. Chuck Taniguchi, and Ms. Mara Lopez. Certificates of Commendation were awarded to Officers Scott Campbell and Eric Beltrame, not attending was Parking Enforcement Officer Letty Beard. Certificates of Meritorious Conduct were awarded to Officers Max Fonda and Fred Camacho. Recess: 7:45 p.m. - 7:50 p.m. AGENDA REVIEW City Manager Wilson requested Item No. 4 removed from Agenda and Item No. 7 continued off calendar. Mayor Mullin requested Item No. 10 be heard after the Consent Calendar. PUBLIC COMMENTS Emily Fancher, 301 Hugo Street, San Francisco, reporter, San Mateo County Times Newspaper, and member of Northern California Media Workers Guild requested Council's support in a labor dispute with ANG Newspapers. ITEMS FROM COUNCIL · Community Forum · Subcommittee Reports Councilwoman Matsumoto announced that she participated in the Alzheimer's Walk sponsored by Elan Pharmaceuticals, attended the Organization of Chinese Americans, the Linear Park Meeting and the Shelter Network Breakfast. Councilman Green reported that he attended the South San Francisco Historical Society Annual Dinner, a budget sub-committee meeting and also toured the Bayhill development. Chairman Pro Tem Gonzalez reviewed the activities he attended, including the Water Transit Authority meeting, Fire Prevention Week at Home Depot sponsored by the Police and Fire Departments, and the South San Francisco High School Awards Ceremony. He also urged people to vote in the November 5 election. Councilman Fernekes reported that he attended the open house at Aegis Assisted Living, Taste of South San Francisco, Teachers' Night at McDonalds, South San Francisco Historical Society Annual Dinner, Annual Council of Cities Legislative Breakfast, Sitike fund raiser and the budget sub-committee meeting. He invited the public to attend the Holiday Boutique that is to being held on November 8 and the PAL Booster Western Night Dinner Dance on November 9. Mayor Mullin expanded on three items that were mentioned by the others Councilmembers. Elan Pharmaceuticals is regarded as a leader in the industry closest to finding a cure for Alzheimer. The award presented to South San Francisco High School was one out of the ten awarded in the United States for their innovation in use of the Internet in the classrooms. The Water Transit Authority is in favor of a ferry commute service from South San Francisco to the East Bay. CONSENT CALENDAR 1. Motion to approve the minutes of the October 9 regular meeting 2. Motion to confirm expense claims of October 23, 2002 in the amount of $3,222,437.90 o Resolution No. 92-2002 confirming continued support for the South San Francisco Community Partnership and Resolution No. 98-2002 authorizing acceptance of grant funds from the Peninsula Partnership in the amount of $72,234 and $450 in additional grant funds from the Partnership for the Public's Health Approve a motion to note receipt and file the findings of the report prepared by the City- retained actuary related to the PARS supplemental retirement enhancement program for the City Manager as specified in the Employment Agreement between the City and City Manager Item removed from Agenda. o Resolution No. 93-2002 approving the memorandums of understanding with Public Safety Managers, International Association of Fire Fighters, and Police Association negotiating units REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING OCTOBER 23, 2002 MINUTES PAGE 2 o Resolution No. 94-2002 authorizing agreement between the City of South San Francisco and the South San Francisco Executive Management unit Motion- Fernekes/Second-Gonzalez: To approve the Consent Calendar Item Nos. 1,2,3,5,and 6. Unanimously approved by voice vote. PUBLIC HEARING Consideration of negative declaration for the East of 101 traffic fee (continued from October 9, 2002) Staff recommended item be continued off calendar. Public hearing opened and closed. Motion-Gonzalez/Second-Green: To continue off calendar the consideration of negative declaration for the East of 101 traffic fee off calendar. Unanimously approved by voice vote. ADMINISTRATIVE BUS1NESS 10. Resolution approving a contribution to the Italian American Citizens Club to construct an overhang covering two bocce ball courts in Orange Memorial Park in the amount of $25,000 Staff Report presented by Director Nagel. Mr. Rudy Bertolozzi, Bocce Chairman, IACC, 552 Yosemite Drive, explained the need for the overhang to cover the bocce ball courts in Orange Memorial Park. He also explained that the Italian American Citizens Club maintains the courts and the surrounding area. He explained how the members try to include anyone that is interested in playing bocce ball and that is not a member of the Italian American Citizens Club. Councilwoman Matsumoto questioned the cost on the bid. She was also concerned that the City was investing $25,000 for 150 people to play bocce ball and that the perception in the community was that the courts are not open to the public. She questioned if the bocce ball lessons and hours of availability were listed in the South San Francisco Leisure Guide. Mayor Pro Tem Gonzalez thanked the club for bringing the game to Mexico and stated that he would be interested in taking lessons. He also questioned if the courts would be lit at night. Mr. Bertolozzi responded that as of yet, it was not in the budget. Mayor Mullin felt that there should be a greater outreach to the community and that the courts should have open play with an instructor available to them. REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING OCTOBER 23, 2002 MINUTES PAGE 3 Councilman Fernekes commented that the courts at Orange Memorial Park are one of the best in San Mateo County and that the members maintain an excellent site with no cost to the City. Councilman Green stated that he visited the courts many times and has always felt welcomed and appreciates the effort made by the club to welcome newcomers. Councilman Fernekes stated that the IACC should think about adding the lighting to the courts. Motion-Femekes/Second-Green: To approve Resolution No. 95-2002 approving a contribution to the Italian American Citizens Club to construct an overhang covering two bocce ball courts in Orange Memorial Park in the amount of $25,000, including modification "If the funds authorized by this resolution are not expended by June 30, 3003, this resolution shall terminate and be of no further force or effect." Unanimously approved by voice vote. PUBLIC HEARING (continued) Consideration of mitigated negative declaration for the South San Francisco Sewer Improvement Program, Master Sewer Facility Fee Study and Sewer Facility Impact Fee for the East of 101 Area (continued from September 25, 2002) Staff Report presented by Director Gibbs. Public hearing open. Mr. Richard H. Rosenthal, attorney for Oyster Point Business Park questioned how the new Sewer Impact Fee would impact the Oyster Point Business Park. His main concern was how the City would deal with tenant improvements. Mayor Mullin questioned if the Oyster Point Business Park has any future plans to develop the business park into Bio-tech offices. If they do, then the use of water will increase and the fee would be increased. City Manager Wilson explained that the fees would not change if the use went from warehouse to office space and that the facility would not be charged because the facility would not be demanding any more service. Assistant City Attorney Johnson clarified that if there is no change in the intensity of use, the fee would not be charged, but if the use is impacted then the fee would be increased. Mayor Mullin questioned if the use is monitored by tenant or by complex. Director Gibbs explained that if the usage by one tenant changed then the tenant would be charged and not the whole complex. Mr. Rosenthal requested that the Oyster Point Business Park be considered as one complex and to monitor the net increase over a period of time. City Manager Wilson will confer with Water Quality Control Plant regarding water usage of the Oyster Point Business Park. REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING OCTOBER 23, 2002 MINUTES PAGE 4 (Cassette Tape No. 2) Mayor Mullin explained that the City is trying to be fair with all the facilities within the El01 Area and recommended that Mr. Rosenthal meet with the City Manager, City Attorney and Superintendent Castagnola from the Water Quality Control Plant. Mr. Rosenthal said his clients were concerned with the $3.19 per foot charge fee paid at the time of the building permit. Director Gibbs corrected Mr. Rosenthal explaining that it is $3.19 per gallon per day based upon the usage. Assistant City Attorney Johnson further explained that it is not a connection charge, but is for projected redevelopment and new development in the area. Public hearing closed. Councilwoman Matsumoto questioned why the proposed pond liner was rejected. Assistant City Attorney Johnson gave a detailed explanation as to why the airport recommended not using the pond liner. Councilman Green questioned the length of time for completion and the design expectancy. Director Gibbs explained that the design is for twenty years and the loan is also for twenty years. The project is to start the early part of next year and be completed by 2005. Mayor Pro Tem Gonzalez questioned why there are three locations that are outside of the East of 101 Area. Director Gibbs explained that the program included the whole city and what was involved in upgrading the system. Mayor Mullin questioned if the East 101 Area was generating three times as much waste water as from the west side. Director Gibbs explained that San Bruno is also included in the calculations of the east side. Councilwoman Matsumoto requested a list of all the development impact fees for the El01 Area. City Manager Wilson will provide it along with an analysis being prepared by EC&D. Motion-Matsumoto/Second Fernekes: To approve Resolution No.96-2002, authorizing the mitigated negative declaration for the South San Francisco Sewer Improvement Program, Master Sewer Facility Fee Study. Unanimously approved by voice vote. Motion-Gonzalez/Second-Green: to approve Resolution No. 97-2002 authorizing the Sewer Facility Impact Fee for the East of 101 area. Unanimously approved by voice vote. LEGISLATIVE BUSINESS o Waive reading and adopt an urgency ordinance amending the PERS Contract to provide Section 21362.2 (3% @ 50 Full Formula) for Local Safety Members REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING OCTOBER 23, 2002 MINUTES PAGE 5 o°3 Staff Report presented by Director Bower. Assistant City Attorney Johnson explained the need to include additional language to the ordinance and Director Bower explained why the amended contract needed to be approved by an urgency ordinance. Motion-Green/Second Fernekes: To adopt an Urgency Ordinance No. 1317-2002 amending the PERS Contract to provide Section 21362.2 (3% @ 50 Full Formula) for Local Safety Members, including the modification "Therefore, the City must adopt the ordinance at the time it is introduced so that the ordinance is effective at the time the City becomes contractually obligated to provide the benefit." Unanimously approved by voice vote. ADJOURNMENT Motion-Femekes/Second-Matsumoto: To adjourn the meeting at 9:25 p.m. Unanimously approved by voice vote. Submitted by: Linda Patrick, Deputy City Clerk City of South San Francisco Approved: . ~_..3(y of South San Francisco REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING OCTOBER 23, 2002 MINUTES PAGE 6