HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes 2018-11-28 @7:00WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 28, 2018
7:00 p.m.
CALL TO ORDER Time: 7:03 p.m.
ROLL CALL Present: Councilmen Addiego, Garbarino and Gupta, Mayor
Pro Tern Matsumoto and Mayor Normandy.
Absent: None.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Led by Mayor Normandy.
AGENDA REVIEW
None.
ANNOUNCEMENTS FROM STAFF
None.
PRESENTATIONS
1. Presentation of certificates in recognition of the establishment of the inaugural Ruby Bridges
Day. (Liza Normandy, Mayor)
Mayor Normandy presented Certificates of Recognition to South San Francisco Unified School
District students Maddy Popielak, Joseph Honea and Martin Elementary School Teacher Deborah
Carlin for their work to establish Ruby Bridges Walk to School Day in South San Francisco. Their
advocacy further inspired establishment of the day by the San Mateo County Office of Education.
Ms. Popielak thanked Council for the honor and discussed efforts to establish Ruby Bridges Walk
to School Day on a larger scale to honor Ruby's role in the civil rights movement and ensure all
students would feel secure and safe in their right to walk to school.
PUBLIC COMMENTS
None.
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WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 28, 2018
7:00 p.m.
CALL TO ORDER Time: 7:03 p.m.
ROLL CALL Present: Councilmen Addiego, Garbarino and Gupta, Mayor
Pro Tern Matsumoto and Mayor Normandy.
Absent: None.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Led by Mayor Normandy.
AGENDA REVIEW
None.
ANNOUNCEMENTS FROM STAFF
None.
PRESENTATIONS
1. Presentation of certificates in recognition of the establishment of the inaugural Ruby Bridges
Day. (Liza Normandy, Mayor)
Mayor Normandy presented Certificates of Recognition to South San Francisco Unified School
District students Maddy Popielak, Joseph Honea and Martin Elementary School Teacher Deborah
Carlin for their work to establish Ruby Bridges Walk to School Day in South San Francisco. Their
advocacy further inspired establishment of the day by the San Mateo County Office of Education.
Ms. Popielak thanked Council for the honor and discussed efforts to establish Ruby Bridges Walk
to School Day on a larger scale to honor Ruby's role in the civil rights movement and ensure all
students would feel secure and safe in their right to walk to school.
PUBLIC COMMENTS
None.
COUNCIL COMMENTS/REQUESTS
Councilman Gupta discussed an unfortunate burglary incident at his home and commended the
Police Department for its professional response. He encouraged residents to take extra care during
the holidays. The Councilman further recognized Police and Fire staff for volunteering their time at
the toy drive. He encouraged the community to volunteer and assist with the event.
Mayor Pro Tem Matsumoto announced that Board of Supervisors President Pine would be giving
his State of the County Address for 2018 in the South San Francisco Council Chambers on
December 10, 2018 at 7:00 p.m.
Mayor Normandy thanked the Council and staff for their service with her over the years.
PUBLIC HEARING
2. Report regarding consideration of a Use Permit, Design Review, and Development
Agreement Amendment to construct a 195 -unit residential building at 405 Cypress Avenue,
204, 208, 212/214 and 216 Miller Avenue and associated CEQA analysis (Alex Greenwood,
Economic and Community Development Director)
2a. Resolution No. 190 -2018 making findings and a determination that the
environmental effects of the proposed multi - family residential project at 405 Cypress
Avenue, 204, 208, 212/214, and 216 Miller Avenue (collectively referred to as
"Cadence Phase 2 ", or "Project ") were sufficiently analyzed under the Downtown
Station Area Specific Plan (DSASP) Program Environmental Impact Report (EIR)
pursuant to California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) Guidelines Section
15168, and that the proposed project is exempt from CEQA under CEQA Guidelines
Sections 15183 and 15332, and Government Code Section 65457, and Public
Resources Code Section 21155.4
2b. Resolution No. 191 -2018 making findings and approving the entitlements request
for a project to construct a new seven- to eight -story building with a total of 195
residential units at 405 Cypress Avenue, 204, 208, 212/214, and 216 Miller Avenue,
subject to the attached draft Conditions of Approval.
2c. Ordinance adopting a Development Agreement Amendment with Miller Cypress
SSF, LLC for the development of a seven- to eight -story multi - family residential
project with 195 units at 405 Cypress Avenue, 204, 208, 212/214, and 216 Miller
Avenue ( "Cadence Phase 2 ").
Public Hearing Opened 7:17 p.m.
Economic and Community Development Director Alex Greenwood presented the staff report
recommending that Council consider a Use Permit, Design Review, and Development Agreement
Amendment to construct a 195 -unit residential building at 405 Cypress Avenue, 204, 208, 212/214
and 216 Miller Avenue and associated CEQA analysis and take the necessary recommended actions
by resolution and ordinance. He presented a PowerPoint outlining the location; design; amenities;
entitlement request including proposed density and community benefits; city review; CEQA
consistency analysis and staff recommendations.
Adam Turco of Sares Regis provided a PowerPoint presentation. He acknowledged Council's vision
for the project and requirement of a smooth construction process. He presented the vision statement
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for Cadence 2, site diagram, progress of Phase 1, renderings of Phase 2, streetscape improvements,
materials, and community and project benefits.
Lee Ginsberg of SAMCAR, indicated 100% support for the proposal of 195 new units to help
stabilize the rising cost of rent, add rental supply, reduce traffic, and increase business in the
Downtown.
Steven Booker, Political Director for Local 617 indicated support for the project.
John Penna stated he was a merchant in the Downtown area and indicated support for the project to
contribute to the commercial well -being of the City.
Timothy Reyff of Carpenters Local 217 encouraged the Council to approve the project.
Javier Alipisa requested Council approval of the project to assist residents with lower rents and
revitalize the Downtown.
Nico Nagle of the Bay Area Housing Advocacy Coalition discussed the community benefits of the
project including providing housing near transit. He congratulated the City for leading the way.
Sonia Trauss stated she was in favor of the project due to the need for housing.
Public Hearing Closed 7:46 p.m.
Councilman Garbarino expressed concern about the proposed eight story height. He stated he was
glad to see use of local labor and decent wages. He questioned the impact of construction on local
businesses.
Economic and Community Development Director Greenwood stated the Construction Coordination
Committee was effective in minimizing impacts on local businesses and residents. He recognized a
positive experience with Phase 1 and anticipated the same on Phase 2.
Mayor Pro Tem Matsumoto asked for further detail supporting the conclusion of a "positive
experience."
Economic and Community Development Director Greenwood stated the project was professionally
managed and traffic was well maintained.
Mayor Pro Tem Matsumoto disagreed stating she avoided the Downtown area due to traffic
congestion.
Councilman Garbarino expressed frustration over double parking on Grand Avenue.
Councilman Addiego stated there were growing pains, but was excited about the outcome.
Councilman Gupta discussed the need for housing, especially near Caltrain. He acknowledged the
efforts made by the developer and stated he was pleased that the project was paying prevailing wage
and employing local labor.
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Mayor Pro Tem Matsumoto asked about the community benefit of $75,000.
Mr. Turco stated it was an additional $75,000 for Phase 2.
Mayor Pro Tem Matsumoto discussed consideration of the project as a member of the Housing
Standing Committee of the City Council and Planning Commission. She stated she would have
preferred street improvements and that she was not enamored with the architecture. She expressed
concern over the proposed eight story building height.
Councilman Garbarino stated he liked the project and the City needed housing. He stated the
location was appropriate and it would revitalize the Downtown. He would support the project but
would prefer it be capped at seven stories.
Mr. Turco explained the change in slope and setback required 8 stories.
Ken Busch of Sares Regis stated 40 units would be lost if the eighth story was removed. He stated
they could not afford to lose any units based on the benefits being provided and further elaborated
on the sightlines that Mr. Turco had enumerated.
Councilman Garbarino stated he better understood the sightlines and was comfortable with 8 stories
on that basis.
Mayor Normandy thanked the Housing Standing Committee of the City Council and Planning
Commission for their work on this project and Sares Regis for its presentation. She questioned the
request for reduction of parking.
Economic and Community Development Director Greenwood explained parking requirements and
the use of compact spaces.
Motion — Councilman Garbarino /Second — Councilman Gupta: to approve Resolution No. 190-
2018. Approved by the following roll call vote: AYES: Councilmen Garbarino, Gupta and Addiego
and Mayor Normandy; NAYS: Mayor Pro Tem Matsumoto; ABSTAIN: None; ABSENT: None.
Motion — Councilman Garbarino /Second — Councilman Gupta: to approve Resolution No. 191-
2018. Approved by the following roll call vote: AYES: Councilmen Garbarino, Gupta and Addiego
and Mayor Normandy; NAYS: Mayor Pro Tem Matsumoto; ABSTAIN: None; ABSENT: None.
Motion — Councilman Garbarino /Second — Councilman Gupta: to waive reading and introduce an
Ordinance adopting a Development Agreement Amendment with Miller Cypress SSF, LLC for the
development of a seven- to eight -story multi - family residential project with 195 units at 405
Cypress Avenue, 204, 208, 212/214, and 216 Miller Avenue ( "Cadence Phase 2 "). Approved by the
following roll call vote: AYES: Councilmen Garbarino, Gupta and Addiego and Mayor Normandy;
NAYS: Mayor Pro Tem Matsumoto; ABSTAIN: None; ABSENT: None.
Recess: 8:14 p.m.
Open Session Resumed: 8:25 p.m.
*The meeting resumed prior to Councilman Garbarino's return to the Dais.
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LEGISLATIVE BUSINESS
3. Report regarding an ordinance amending South San Francisco Municipal Code Chapter 8.50
to prohibit retaliation against individuals who report violations of the City's smoking
ordinance. (Jess Magallanes, Fire Chief)
3a. Ordinance amending South San Francisco Municipal Code Chapter 8.50 in order to
prohibit retaliation against individuals who report violations of the City's smoking
ordinance.
Fire Chief Magallanes presented the staff report summarizing the Grand Jury recommendation
regarding amendment to the City's smoking ordinance. In response to the report, staff
recommended that the City implement the recommendation from the Grand Jury Report and revise
Section 8.50.080 to prohibit retaliation against individuals who report violations of the City's
smoking ordinance.
In order to facilitate Councilman Garbarino's return to the Dais in time for a vote, The Mayor
invited a public speaker to come forward who had submitted a public comment card that went
unnoticed under calendars that had been left on the City Clerk's desk for presentation to Council.
Natalie Rodriguez of HIP Housing thanked the Council for its support of HIP's programs and
presented the 2019 calendar. She provided an update on HIP Housing's efforts on the Peninsula and
in South San Francisco.
*Councilman Garbarino returned to the Dais at 8:32 p.m.
Motion — Councilman Addiego /Second — Councilman Garbarino: to waive reading and introduce an
ordinance amending South San Francisco Municipal Code Chapter 8.50 in order to prohibit
retaliation against individuals who report violations of the City's smoking ordinance. Unanimously
approved by roll call vote.
ADMINISTRATIVE BUSINESS
4. Report regarding a potential new Operations and Maintenance Agreement between the City
of South San Francisco and the San Mateo County Harbor District governing operations and
maintenance of Oyster Point Marina and Park. (Mike Futrell, City Manager)
4a. Resolution No. 192 -2018 approving a new Operations and Maintenance Agreement
between the City of South San Francisco and the San Mateo County Harbor District
governing operations and maintenance of Oyster Point Marina and Park.
City Manager Futrell presented the staff report regarding a potential new Operations and
Maintenance Agreement between the City of South San Francisco and the San Mateo County
Harbor District governing operations and maintenance of Oyster Point Marina and Park. He
reported on the current JPA and negotiations, proposed operating agreement, new boundaries, term,
SPIT area, San Mateo County Harbor District (SMCHD) obligations, City obligations, provisions
for both SSF and SMCHD, operational performance indicators and terms that would authorize
termination of the agreement.
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John Ullom discussed the significance of the Community Facilities District (CFD) presently subject
to litigation. He referenced the potential crisis related to the fuel dock if the CFD is not upheld
and /or the District drops maintenance of the fuel dock.
Councilman Addiego requested that City Manager Futrell explain the situation regarding the fuel
dock.
City Manager Futrell advised of the 2017 implementation agreement and pending CFD litigation.
Councilman Addiego asked about the City's right to assume leases upon termination of the
agreement.
City Manager Futrell discussed the lease with the Yacht Club. He stated all agreements must be
done in consultation with the City and leases over 10 years would go to the Council.
Councilman Addiego expressed support for the item.
Councilman Gupta concurred that the objectives were accomplished by the new JPA and indicated
support.
Mayor Pro Tern Matsumoto concurred. She asked if tax revenues were separated for Oyster Point
and Pillar Point.
City Manager Futrell stated the new management was retaining separate funds for each Point.
Mayor Pro Tern Matsumoto queried slip occupancy.
City Manager Futrell indicated he would have to come back with that information.
Councilman Addiego suggested a future discussion related to the slips.
Motion —Mayor Pro Tern Matsumoto /Second — Councilman Garbarino: to approve Resolution No.
192 -2018. Unanimously approved by roll call vote.
5. Report regarding a resolution awarding a construction contract to Chrisp Company of
Fremont, California for the Safe Routes to Transit Bike Lanes Striping Project (Project No.
tr1503) in an amount not to exceed $190,744 and authorizing a total construction budget of
$219,355. (Patrick Caylao, Associate Engineer)
5a. Resolution No. 193 -2018 awarding a construction contract to Chrisp Company of
Fremont, California for the Safe Routes to Transit Bike Lane Striping Project
(Project No. t1503) in an amount not to exceed $190,744, and authorizing a total
construction budget of $219,355.
Associate Engineer Caylao presented the staff report regarding a resolution awarding a construction
contract to Chrisp Company of Fremont, California for the Safe Routes to Transit Bike Lanes
Striping Project (Project No. tr1503) in an amount not to exceed $190,744 and authorizing a total
construction budget of $219,355. He summarized the scope of the project and base and alternate
bids.
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John Baker discussed the value of painted bike lanes and asked if conflict lanes would be marked.
Associate Engineer Caylao stated it was originally not in the scope, but staff was working with the
contractor on possible inclusion.
Mayor Pro Tern Matsumoto asked if the County had been engaged on this project.
Associate Engineer Caylao stated it had not.
Motion — Councilman Garbarino /Second — Councilman Gupta: to approve Resolution No. 193-
2018. Unanimously approved by roll call vote.
6. Report regarding a resolution awarding a construction contract to Bortolussi & Watkin, Inc.
of San Rafael, California for the Gateway Monument Signs and Median Improvements
(Project Nos. stl805 and pk1701) in an amount not to exceed $409,553 and authorizing a
total construction budget of $578,773. (Matthew Ruble, Senior Engineer)
6a. Resolution No. 194 -2018 awarding a construction contract to Bortolussi & Watkin,
Inc. of San Rafael, California for the Gateway Monument Signs and Median
Improvements (Project Nos. stl805 and pk1701) in an amount not to exceed
$409,553 and authorizing a total construction budget of $578,773.
Senior Civil Engineer Ruble presented the staff report regarding a resolution awarding a
construction contract to Bortolussi & Watkin, Inc. of San Rafael, California for the Gateway
Monument Signs and Median Improvements (Project Nos. stl805 and pk1701) in an amount not to
exceed $409,553 and authorizing a total construction budget of $578,773. He outlined the proposed
construction of signs and median improvements.
In response to Councilman Garbarino, Senior Civil Engineer Ruble stated he anticipated work
would begin in January 2019.
Councilman Addiego stated he would vote against the project due to the lack of wow - factor given
the price of the signs.
Motion — Councilman Garbarino /Second —Mayor Pro Tern Matsumoto: to approve Resolution No.
194 -2018. Approved by the following roll call vote: AYES: Councilmen Garbarino and Gupta,
Mayor Pro Tern Matsumoto and Mayor Normandy; NAYS: Councilman Addiego; ABSENT:
None; ABSTAIN: None.
CONSENT CALENDAR
7. Motion to approve the Minutes for the meetings of October 24, 2018 and November 14,
2018.
8. Motion confirming payment registers for November 28, 2018. (Richard Lee, Director of
Finance)
9. Report regarding a resolution authorizing the acceptance of a donation of approximately
$7,000 worth of materials from Genentech, Inc. to support digital literacy services in the
Library. (Valerie Sommer, Library Director)
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9a. Resolution No. 195 -2018 authorizing the acceptance of a donation of approximately
$7,000 worth of materials from Genentech, Inc. to support digital literacy services in
the Library.
10. Report regarding a resolution ratifying the adoption agreement for a 401(a) Defined
Contribution Plan, and Appointing a New Plan Administrator and Trustees for the Plan.
(Leah Lockhart, Human Resources Director)
10a. Resolution No. 196 -2018 Ratifying the Adoption Agreement to Establish a 401(a)
Defined Contribution Plan ( "Plan ") and Appointing a New Plan Administrator and
Trustees for the Plan
11. Cancellation of the regular City Council Meeting of December 26, 2018. (Mike Futrell, City
Manager)
Item 7: Mayor Pro Tem Matsumoto indicated she would abstain from the October 24 minutes
because she was not present at that meeting.
Item 8: Mayor Pro Tem Matsumoto questioned various warrants.
Finance Director Lee responded by confirming the Partnership Resources Group was
reflected in the City Manager Department's budget and confirmed that the group was still
fundraising for the Library Foundation. He stated the Squire Patton and Boggs contract was
within parameters. He stated the County of San Mateo Radio Communication Services
Expenditure was for dispatching services.
Human Resources Director Lockhart explained the payment for consultant services for
Rebecca Burnside.
Finance Director Lee explained the payment to Citizens Business Bank for lease of a fire
truck and charge to the Fire Department at the end of the year. He further explained why
Standard Insurance fell under non - departmental and that actual costs were charged back to
every operating department and fund.
Item 10: Mayor Pro Tem Matsumoto stated the City of San Francisco should be corrected to City of
South San Francisco. She asked about the Sunguard form and effective date.
Human Resources Director Lockhart explained it was a standard form and the effective date
should remain July 13, 2016. City Attorney Rosenberg confirmed Director Lockhart's
statement.
Motion — Councilman Addiego /Second — Councilman Gupta: to approve Consent Calendar Item
No. 7. Approved by the following roll call vote: AYES: Councilmen Garbarino, Gupta and
Addiego and Mayor Normandy; NAYS: None; ABSTAIN: Mayor Pro Tem Matsumoto; ABSENT:
None.
Motion — Councilman Addiego /Second — Councilman Gupta: to approve the Consent Calendar
excepting Item no. 7. Unanimously approved by roll call vote.
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ITEMS FROM COUNCIL - COMMITTEE REPORTS AND ANNOUNCEMENTS
None.
CLOSED SESSION
Time entered Closed Session: 9:18 p.m.
Open Session resumed: 9:36 p.m.
12. Closed Session: Conference with Legal Counsel - Existing Litigation (Paragraph (1) of
subdivision (d) of Government Code Section 54956.9) Name of Case: Elmer Eastman v.
City of South San Francisco Workers' Compensation Appeals Board Case Number:
ADJ9856341.
Report out of Closed Session: Direction given, no reportable action taken.
ADJOURNMENT
Being no further business, Mayor Normandy adjourned the meeting at 9:36 p.m.
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