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CITY COUNCIL
CITY OF SOUTH SAN FRANCISCO
REGULAR MEETING
MUNICIPAL SERVICES BUILDING
COUNCIL CHAMBERS
33 ARROYO DRIVE
SOUTH SAN FRANCISCO, CA
WEDNESDAY, MARCH 9, 2016
7:00 p.m.
CALL TO ORDER Time: 7:01 p.m.
ROLL CALL PRESENT: Council embers Matsumoto,
Normandy and Garbarino, Vice
Mayor Gupta and Mayor
Addiego.
ABSENT: None.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE Led by the Honorable Gina Papan, Councilmember, City of
Millbrae.
AGENDA REVIEW
City Manager Futrell recommended that Public Hearing Item No. 10 be heard before the Consent
Calendar.
Councilmembers agreed.
PUBLIC COMMENTS
Mother and son, Lois and Steve Salanitro urged Council to prioritize the local housing crisis and
affordability issues affecting longtime residents. The Salanitros stated their eviction from their
home due to inability to pay a substantially increased monthly rent was a common circumstance for
many families struggling to remain in South San Francisco.
Mayor Addiego thanked the family members for sharing their story
Economic and Community Development Director Greenwood provided information for residents
seeking housing resources.
COUNCIL COMMENTS/REQUESTS
Councilwoman Normandy requested that the Traffic Advisory Committee review the intersection of
Walnut and Grand Avenue to address pedestrian safety concerns.
Councilman Garbarino thanked the City's Emergency Response Team, which helped manage the
Emergency Operations Center during a recent storm. He also thanked staff who worked to clear
debris and assist residents during the storm.
Councilwoman Matsumoto discussed the Caltrans, Modernization Local Policy Makers' Group
through San Mateo County Transportation Authority, and encouraged staff to pull this item for
comments at an upcoming meeting of the Authority. She requested information be made available
to the public concerning Measure W updates as well as information regarding Peninsula Clean
Energy and Community Choice Energy.
PUBLIC HEARING
10. City's Housing Community, and Economic Development Needs for the 2016-2017 One
Year Action Plan and provision of direction to the Community Development Block Grant
(CDBG) Subcommittee regarding funding priorities. (CDBG Coordinator).
Housing Manager Ron Gerber presented the staff report introducing the Public Hearing regarding
the City's Housing Community, and Economic Development Needs for the 2016-2017 One Year
Action Plan and provision of direction to the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG)
Subcommittee regarding funding priorities. He prefaced the Public Hearing with a summary of
CDBG Standing Committee comments recommending allocations, and reflecting emphasis on home
rehabilitation as well as low income homeowners in an effort to minimize displacement. He added
staff received eleven (11) applications from local organizations requesting a portion of the $67,629
funding.
Public Hearing Opened: 7:24 p.m.
Hon. Sue Digre, Councilmember from Pacifica and representing Parea thanked the City for its
donation of time, effort and money to their organization. She elaborated on Parca's services
enriching the lives of community members with developmental disabilities and their families.
Tina La Perle of StarVista discussed its mission of supporting and empowering local children, youth
and adults through counseling services. She described the different types of enrichment programs
offered to assist residents, including employment, education, crisis prevention, and housing
stability. La Perle thanked Council for its continued support.
Hon. Gina Papan, Couneilmember from Millbrae and representing John's Closet thanked Council
and requested continued funding to support the nonprofit's efforts to provide needy school children
with clothing, shoes and hygiene kits.
HIP Housing Associate Executive Director Laura Fanucchi thanked the City for its funding
assistance allowing for continued home sharing, self-sufficiency, and property development
programs.
Program Director Amanda Freeman at Rape Trauma Services requested that Council grant the
organization funds that would be implemented to help local abused children heal from trauma and
stop future crimes.
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Executive Director Ortencia Lopez of El Concilio San Mateo County requested funding for energy
and water conservation, medication and utility bills for programs serving 123 local families in need
of financial assistance.
Laura Bent of Samaritan House thanked Council for its support and requested funding assistance for
Safe Harbor Shelter in its endeavor to provide resources to individuals and families in need.
Cori Manthome of CORA (Community Overcoming Relationship Abuse) highlighted the
importance of life saving, confidential programs that create safe spaces for victims of domestic
violence. She disclosed such circumstances affect South City residents, citing eight (8) residents
helped last year.
Lisa from the Center for Independence talked about the kinds of services offered for individuals
with disabilities, including a housing accessibility modification program which increases safety and
security to assist clients in perfon-ning daily activities.
David Carducci of the Legal Aid Society requested funding to enable the entity to continue
providing legal services to members of the community facing challenges related to the housing
crisis and to prevent homelessness.
Fair Housing Coordinator Frances Nguyen of Project Sentinel explained funds from last year were
spent on outreach and to educate local residents regarding fair housing rights and housing
discrimination.
San Mateo County's Ombudsman Regional Coordinator Kirsten Irgens-Moller emphasized the need
for elderly care advocacy and oversight. Since inspections by the state are rare, as sparse as one
evaluation every six years, Ombudsman works to ensure residents' health, safety and dignity with
the highest standard of individualized care.
Carrie Pang Chen, Associate Director of Rebuilding Together Peninsula, shared some stories from
last year's South San Francisco projects including 14 projects completed through their Safe at
Home Program and 3 projects accomplished through the National Rebuilding Day Program.
Patty Gomez from. South San Francisco United Youth Soccer League provided information about
the program, which benefits young people as a space for athletic development, team building and
positive encouragement. Council recommended that the organization contact the Police Athletic
League and Friends of Park and Recreation for funding and other resources.
Lynda E. Gaden of Biotech Partners spoke about its career technical education program and its
success in the East Bay as well as the entity's intent to expand its existing program in South San
Francisco.
Public Hearing Closed. 8:45 p.m.
Councilmembers thanked the various representatives for presenting and assured closed review of
available funds and allocations would ensue. They further commended the organizations for their
valuable work in the community,
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Recess: 8:53 p.m.
Meeting Resumed: 9:06 p.m.
CONSENT CALENDAR
I. Motion approving the Minutes of meeting of February 3, 2016 and February 24, 2016.
2. Motion confirming payment registers for March 9, 2016,
3. Motion to cancel the Regular City Council meeting of March 23, 2016. (Mike Futrell, City
Manager).
4. Motion to waive reading and adopt Ordinance No. 1513-2016 and Ordinance No. 1514-2016
amending chapters 13.28 and 13.30 of the South San Francisco Municipal Code regarding
Street Tree Maintenance and Tree Preservation. (Sharon Ranals, Director of Parks &
Recreation).
5. Motion to accept the Oyster Point Bike Lanes Improvement Project as complete in
accordance with the plans and specifications (total construction cost $195,267). (Sam
Bautista, Principal Engineer).
6. Resolution No. 32-2016 approving use of Pacific Gas & Electric (PG&E) Rule 20A work
credits and authorizing the City Manager to execute agreements to complete the Spruce
Avenue Underground Utility District Project. (Sam Bautista, Principal Engineer and
Kathleen Phalen, Swinerton Management).
7. Resolution No. 33-2016 approving a Purchase Agreement with Towne Ford for three 2016
Ford Police Interceptor Utility Vehicles with a not to exceed amount of $92,485.40 and
authorizing the City Manager to execute the Agreement on behalf of the City of South San
Francisco. (Dave Bockhause, Public Works Program Manager).
Item No. 7 —Councilwoman Matsumoto queried whether the Ford Police Interceptor Utility
Vehicles are fuel efficient or use alternative fueling options. She further inquired about purchase
prices. Public Works Program Manager Bockhause replied the vehicles are not hybrids since they
are patrol cars, and added that they were selected from the state approved purchase list.
Motion— Councilman Garbarino/Second—Councilwoman Normandy: to approve the Consent
Calendar. Unanimously approved by roll call vote.
ADMINISTRATIVE BUSINESS
8. Consider input from the Housing Subcommittee and select a developer and Resolution No,
34-2016 authorizing the City Manager to negotiate an Exclusive Negotiating Rights
Agreement (ENRA) between the City of South San Francisco and the selected developer for
potential Ground Lease and Development of Affordable Workforce Housing at the City-
owned Miller/Maple Parking Lot (APN 012311330). (Ron Gerber, Housing Manager).
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Economic and Community Development Director Alex Greenwood presented the staff report and
requested direction on selecting a developer for the Maple and Miller Affordable Housing Project.
While the Housing Subcommittee was markedly impressed by all four (4) candidates, Director
Greenwood stated the Bridge Housing and MidPen Housing teams stood out to the Standing
Committee Members.
Councilwoman Matsumoto expressed concern that the selection process was rushed.
Mayor Addiego expressed a preference for MidPen.
Council discussed the number of workforce housing units, and agreed the process felt rushed.
Councilman Garbarino, and Mayor Addiego expressed support for MidPen, but noted they would
walk away from the project if it strayed like the 636 El Camino Real project built by MidPen.
Motion — Councilman Garban'no/Councilwoman Normandy: to adopt Resolution No. 34-2016 with
MidPen Housing identified as the selected party. Unanimously approved by roll call vote.
9. Resolution No. 35-2016 awarding the construction contract to Granite Rock Company of
San Jose, California for the 2015 Street Rehabilitation Project (Project No. stl 201 —REBID)
in an amount not to exceed $1,725,228. (Sam Bautista, Principal Engineer).
Principal Engineer Bautista presented the staff report recommending approval of a resolution
awarding the Construction Contract for the 2015 Street Rehabilitation Project (Project No. stl 201 —
REBID) to Granite Rock Company of San Jose, California in an amount not to exceed $1,725,228.
Principal Bautista explained the rehabilitation project would entail a very specialized method. Given
the background checks and bids, he encouraged awarding the contract to Granite Rock Company.
Council discussed the base bid amount and alternatives.
Motion — Councilman Garbarino/Second — Councilwoman Normandy: to adopt Resolution No. 35-
2016. Approved by the following roll call vote: AYES: Councilmembers Garbarino and Normandy,
Vice Mayor Gupta and Mayor Addiego; NOES: Councilwoman Matsumoto; ABSENT: None.
ABSTAIN. None.
PUBLIC HEARING
11. Waive reading and introduce a Zoning Text Amendment to the South San Francisco
Municipal Code Chapter 20.380 ("Inclusionary Housing Regulations") to provide greater
flexibility to increase the supply of affordable housing by eliminating the 20% requirement
related to any residential projects of four or more units receiving financial assistance from
the City. (Tony Rozzi, Senior Planner).
Public Hearing Opened: 10:02 p.m.
Public Hearing Closed 10.09 p.m.
Senior Planner Rozzi presented the Staff Report. He recommended that Council waive reading and
introduce a Zoning Text Amendment to the South San Francisco Municipal Code Chapter 20.380
("Inclusionary Housing Regulations") to provide greater flexibility to increase the supply of
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affordable housing by eliminating the 20% requirement related to any residential projects of four or
more units receiving financial assistance from the City. Staff believed these changes would
promote an increase in affordable units.
Motion—Councilman Garb arino/Second —Vice Mayor Gupta: to waive reading and introduce a
Zoning Text Amendment to the South San Francisco Municipal Code Chapter 20.380
("Inclusionary Housing Regulations") to provide greater flexibility to increase the supply of
affordable housing by eliminating the 201® requirement related to any residential projects of four or
more units receiving financial assistance from the City. Unanimously approved by roll call vote.
12. Acceptance of Housing Element Annual Progress Report (APR) on the implementation of
the Housing Element of the General Plan. (Tony Rozzi, Senior Planner).
Senior Planner Rozzi presented the staff report recommending acceptance of the Housing Element
Annual Progress Report (APR) on the implementation of the Housing Element of the General Plan,
He explained the importance of having this zoning in place to meet the Regional Housing Needs
Assessment, which is just over 1,860 units for the next eight (8) years.
Public Hearing Opened: 10:12 p.m.
Public Hearing Closed: 10.13 p.m.
Councilwoman Matsumoto inquired and staff provided clarifying responses related to ADA
compliant units, the Housing,Element and a reasonable accommodations brochure.
Motion— Councilman Gupta/Second— Councilwoman Normandy: to accept the Housing Element
Annual Progress Report (APR) on the implementation of the Housing Element of the General Plan.
Unanimously approved by roll call vote.
ITEMS FROM COUNCIL/COMMITTEE REPORTS
Councilwoman Normandy requested a proxy for the HEART Board in reference to the City
Selection Committee. Staff advised this item would be added to the agenda for the Special Meeting
to be held on March 16, 2016.
Vice Mayor Gupta announced the Second Annual Summit Conference arranged by the City,
Genentech and Skyline College.
Councilwoman Matsumoto announced the upcoming Senior Health Fair that would take place in the
Atrium of the Municipal Services Building on Friday, March 11, 2016.
ADJOURNMENT
Being no further business the meeting was adjourned at 10:32 p.m.
Submitted by: Approved by:
a el 7, Cityl0erk Mark AWiego, Mayor oy
City of S041"an Francisco City of South San Francisco
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