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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes 2004-03-10 MINUTES CITY COUNCIL CITY OF SOUTH SAN FRANCISCO REGULAR MEETING MARCH 10, 2004 MUNICIPAL SERVICES BUILDING COMMUNITY ROOM 33 ARROYO DRIVE CALL TO ORDER: 7:34 p.m. (Cassette Tape No. 1) ROLL CALL: Present: Councilmembers Fernekes, Garbarino and Gonzalez Vice Mayor Green and Mayor Matsumoto Absent: None PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: Led by Maria Martinucci INVOCATION: Pastor John Cantley, Grace Covenant Church PRESENTATIONS · Proclamation - American Red Cross Month, March 2004 - item pulled from Agenda · Neighbors Helping Neighbors-Foster Care Program - Ed Ward and Gary Beasley, Human Services Agency Ms. Carla Molina, South San Francisco Community Partnership, urged Council to support the Partnership's work associated with the Neighbor Helping Neighbors program, fbrmerly known as the Family to Family Initiative. Mr. Gary Beasley, Human Services Agency Social Work Supervisor, provided information on how the agency has implemented a redesigned program to place foster children in familiar neighborhoods, to support children and keep children safe. Summer Camp 2004 - Kelli Cullinan, Recreation and Community Services Supervisor, provided information on the three summer camp programs that will be offered this year. She announced that registration starts on Saturday, March ][ 3. AGENDA REVIEW No changes. PUBLIC COMMENTS Mr. Steve Savage, Alta Loma Middle School teacher and president of the Classroom Teachers Association, announced that during next week's elementary school parent-teacher conferences, teachers will be mentioning the "Teachers for Healthy Kids" program to help parents understand that students must have health insurance. Police Officer David Stahler announced the Police Association's annual St. Patrick's Day corned beef and cabbage dinner, prepared by chef Patrick Sullivan, will be held March 28 at the Conference Center. ITEMS FROM COUNCIL · Announcements · Committee Reports · Appointments to Council Subcornmittees and Council representatives to Conference Center Authority Councilmembers announced upcoming events and fundraisers. Councilman Fernekes reported on the budget subcommittee (Fernekes/Green) meetings and that a study session is scheduled to discuss the subcommittee's recommendations. Councilman Gonzalez reported on various regional meetings he attended, including Water Transit Advocates and Mid-Peninsula Senior Focus Board of Director's project to provide a safer driving program for older people. Councilman Garbarino announced that the Bicycle Pedestrian Advisory Committee is sponsoring a bike to work day on May 20, and the committee is developing a countywide map of bike routes and technical guidelines. He reminded staff to subrnit project applications to the committee when the FY 2005-06 funds become available. Mayor Matsumoto reported that the Redevelopment Agency was nominated for an award by the Child Care Coordinating Council for its childcare program. She thanked Soroptimists International for landscaping work at City Hall, and requested the Police Department provide an informational report at the next Council meeting regarding crimes occurring in the community and what safety precautions should be taken. CONSENT CALENDAR 1. Motion to approve the minutes of February 25, 2004 2. Motion to confirm expense claims of March 10, 2004 in the amount of $4,142,420.89 o Motion to accept the FY 2002-03 Street Slurry Seal Project as complete in accordance with plans and specifications Motion to accept the Westborough Boulevard Resurfacing Project as complete in accordance with plans and specifications o Resolution No. 20-2004, awarding engineering contract for the Oak Avenue Extension Project to CCS Planning & Engineering in the amount of $480,336 o Resolution awarding construction contract to Mike Brown Electric Co. for the Opticom System Installation Project in the amount of $25,365 REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING MARCH 10, 2004 MINUTES PAGE 2 Item pulled from Consent Calendar. Resolution awarding construction contract to G. Bortolotto & Co. for the 2003-04 Street Dig-outs Program in the amount of $159,159.59 Item pulled from Consent Calendar. o Acknowledgement of proclamations issued: Retirees Leo Tealdi, Mike Devan and Marge Vidak, 3/5/04 Mayor Matsumoto requested Item Nos. 6 and 7 be pulled. Motion-Fe, rnekes/Second-Green: To approve Consent Calendar Item Nos. 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, and 8. Unanimously approved by voice vote. Item No. 6: Mayor Matsumoto questioned the bidding process and Mike Brown's unusually low bid. Staff stated the bid was verified and met all requirements. She requested that she be provided with weekly-certified payrolls. Motion-Gonzalez/Second-Garbarino: To approve Resolution No. 21-2004, awarding the construction contract for the Opticom System Installation Project to Mike Brown Electric Company in the amount of $25,365. Unanimously' approved by voice vote. Item No. 7: Mayor Matsumoto stated the engineer's estimate was not included in the staff report and staff responded thai: it will be forwarded to Council. Motion-Garbarino/Second-Fernekes: To approve Resolution No. 22-2004, awarding a construction contract for the 2003-2004 Streets Dig-outs Program to G. Bortolotto & Co., Inc. in[ the amount of $159,159.59. Unanimously approved by voice vote. ADMINISTRATIVE BUSINESS 9. Consideration of Transportation Expenditure Plan for the Continuation of Measure A Staff report presented by Assistant City Manager Nagel. In response to Vice Mayor Green's concern that the Linden Avenue grade separation project was; being carded forward, staff assured Council that the project is in the existing plan and that it will be carded forward. Speakers: Mr. Larry Taormina, South San Francisco resident and representing the ferry companies, spoke in favor of the measure, stating that ferry service is increasing, the companies are taking a positive attitude toward this endeavor, and that ferries are a commuter service, but also the recreational service will bring people to Oyster Point. Mr. Tom Carney, South San Francisco resident, spoke in favor of the measure, stating several reasons why a ferry terminal is needed in South San Francisco, and that ferries REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING MARCH 10., 2004 MINUTES PAGE 3 will alleviate traffic congestion, and reduce injuries that are the result of traffic accidents. Mr. Greg Cochran, representing the Water Transit Advocates for San Mateo County and Chamber of Commerce transportation committee, spoke in favor of the measure, thanked Council for its support and reported that ferry service will increase hotel occupancy and tourism. Mr. Steve Castleberry, Chief Executive Officer for the Water Transit Authority, stated with near certainty that ferry service will be coming to South San Francisco, and that nearly $226 million in funding has been slated for ferry service to South San Francisco from Regional Measure 2. He stated that funding for the terminal building does not come from Measure 2 and that additional Measure A funding is needed to provide East Bay service to Oyster Point. Mr. Todd Kaufman, representing Genentech, spoke in favor of the measure, stating that additional funding to provide :service between Oyster Point: and the East Bay will benefit employees and address an underserved public transportation area (East of 101). He requested that Council urge the decision makers to support the additional East Bay route. Mr. Peter Grenell, San Mateo County Harbor District General Manager, spoke in support of the measure, stating that many projects are under-funded including some South San Francisco highway projects and the East Bay water transit service. He urged Council to address these concerns before C/CAG. He informed Council that efforts are continuing with the Corps of Engineers to complete the design and engineering of opening up the Oyster Point breakwater entrance for ferry service. He estimated that work will begin in 1-1 ½ yem's from now. Mr. Brian Cunningham, BAYBIO, stated his support for the measure and urged Council to support additional funding for the East Bay service. He stated that the service from the East Bay will provide commuter service for biotech employees who have sought affordable housing beyond the East Bay. He also urged Council to support extending the period of time that Measure A would be in affect. Mr. Denis Howard, San Bruno resident, spoke in support of the measure, stating he commutes to Alameda each day and would prefer the ferry than driving an automobile. Mayor Matsumoto asked if the City could charge docking fees and a member of the audience stated that it may be permitted if the City owns the dock, but it should be looked into by staff: Councilman Fernekes stated that his recommendations have been addressed in the draft transportation expenditure plma except the recommendationt that Measure A be a 30 year plan. He stated the additional 10 years will give the added time to accomplish some of the projects that were not funded or not totally funded. Councilmembers Gonzalez and Garbarino, and Vice Mayor Green concurred with the recommendation. Mayor Mal:sumoto confirmed 'that the revised expenditure plan does not restrict funds to a ferry temfinal, and questioned if matching funds will be provided in the proposal, as it REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING MARCH 10, 2004 MINUTES PAGE 4 will make the funds go further. City Manager Wilson stated that the C/CAG Board will establish the criteria and the program will be reviewed ew:ry five years. He stated that matching funds is a factor being considered for projects under the competitive project list. Mayor Matsumoto asked for a consensus from Council to submit the recommendation to C/CAG and Council concurred. Motion-Fernekes/Second-Gonzalez: To support the Draft Transportation Expenditure Plan list as submitted. Unanimously approved by voice vote. Motion-Fernekes/Second-Garbarino: To recommend to C/CAG that the measure be extended from twenty to thirty years. Unanimously approved by voice vote. Motion-Gonzalez/Second-Garbarino: To direct the City's representative to request a change to 'the expenditure plm~ to include a matching fund requirement at the local level in the allocation process. Unanimously approved by voice vote. 10. Resolutiont approving the project budget for the East of Highway 101 sewer improvements Wet Weather Program Phase 4, in the amount of $15,000,000, and awarding contract to Wilsey & Ham in the amount of $1,3,'>.8,138 Staff report and visual presentation given by Public Works Director John Gibbs. Councilmembers discussed with staff the implementation plan, duplication and inter- changeability of pump stations, possible disruption of services during trench work, pipe- busting, the funding program and loan contingencies. Director Gibbs further explained the proposed recycled water program at the plant that will be partnered with San Bruno and the PUC. Motion-Go. nzalez/Second-Garbarino: To approve Resolution No. 23-2004, approving the project budget for the East of Highway 101 Sewer Improvements Phase 4 of the Wet Weather Program in the amount of $15,000,000 and awarding a contract to Wilsey & Ham in the amount of $1,328,138 for the East of Highway 101 Sewer Improvements Phase 4 of'the Wet Weather Program. Unanimously approved by voice vote. 11. Resolution approving amendment to employment agreement with City Manager Item to be considered after the Special Meeting/Closed Session. (Recess: LEGISLATIVE BUSINESS 8:35 p.m.- 8:45 p.m.) 12. Amendments to Redevelopment Area Plans - waive reading and introduce ordinances: a) amending certain time limitations with respect to the effectiveness of plan activities and the repayment of debt in the Gateway, Shearwater, Downtown and E1 Camino Redevelopment Plans b) amending the limitation for incurrence of debt in the Gateway Redevelopment Plan c) amending the limitation for incurrence of debt in the Shearwater Redevelopment Plan REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING MARCH 10, 2004 MINUTES PAGE 5 Staff report presented by Housing and Redevelopment Manager Norma Fragoso. No discussion. Motion-Fernekes/Second-Gonzalez: To waive reading and introduce an ordinance of the City o'f South San Francisco Redevelopment Agency amending certain time limitations with respect to the, effectiveness of plan activities and the repayment of debt in the Gateway, Shearwater, Downtown and E1 Camino Redevelopment Plans. Unanimously approved by voice vote. Motion-Fcrnekes/Second-Garbarino: To waive reading and introduce an ordinance of the City of South San Francisco Redevelopment Agency eliminating the time limit on the establishment of loans, advances, and indebtedness with respect to the Gateway Redevelopment Plan. Unanimously approved by voice vote. Motion-Garbarino/Second-Fernekes: To waive reading and introduce an ordinance of the City of South San Francisco Redevelopment Agency eliminating the time limit on the establishment of loans, advances, and indebtedness with respect to the Us Steel/Shearwater Redevelopment Plan. Unanimously approved by voice vote. Resolution designating a survey area for amendment of the Downtown/Central Redevelopment Project Area (Oyster Point Marina) Staff report presented by Housing and Redevelopment Mm~ager Norma Fragoso. No discussion. Motion-Fernekes/Second-Green: To approve Resolution No. 25-2004, designating a survey area for the downtowr~/central redevelopment project area. Unanimously approved by voice vote. COUNCIL COMMUNITY FORUM None. ADMINISTRATIVE BUSINESS (continued) Item No. 11: Staff report presented by City Attorney Mattas. Motion-Garbarino/Second-Fernekes: To approve Resolution No. 24-2004, approving Amendment No. 10 to the employment agreement between the City of South San Francisco and Michael A. Wilson. Unanimously approved by voice vote. AI)JOURNMENT Being no further business, Mayor Matsumoto adjourned the meeting at 9:49 p.m. Submitted by: / Syl¢ia M. Payne, City Cler~ City of South San Francisco Approyed.~ Karyl 1V~atsumoto, Mayor City of South San Francisco REGULAR CITY CO UNCIL MEETING MARCH 10, 2004 MINUTES PAGE 6