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Meeting to be held at:
MUNICIPAL SERVICES BUILDING
COUNCIL CHAMBERS
33 ARROYO DRIVE
SOUTH SAN FRANCISCO, CA
WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 23, 2019
7:00 p.m.
CALL TO ORDER 7:04 p.m.
ROLL CALL Present: Councilmembers Addiego, Nagales, and Nicolas,
Vice Mayor Garbarino, Mayor Matsumoto.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Mayor Matsumoto led the pledge.
AGENDA REVIEW
None.
ANNOUNCEMENTS FROM STAFF
Mayor Matsumoto stated that she received numerous emails concerning the audio quality of live
meetings and requested an update from staff.
Information Technology Director, Tony Barrera provided an update on the City's current audio
issues and stated that the problem was resolved.
PRESENTATIONS
1. Certificate of Recognition Rev. Oakes (Councilmember Nicolas)
Councilmember Nicolas read into the record a proclamation for Reverend Leonard Oakes
acknowledging his numerous contributions to the community and recent recognitions. Reverend
Oakes thanked the City Council for their recognition and reiterated his commitment to the
community.
2. Presentation by SFO on Planned Expansion (Francis Tsang, SFO)
San Francisco International Public Information Officer, Doug Yakel presented the report and
provided an overview of the San Francisco International Airport activities and future projects.
Mr. Yakel indicated that the Airport Development Plan (ADP) guides future developments and
replaces the former Airport Master Plan (AMP) established in the 1980's. The plans and goals of
the ADP will be in line to the existing runway configuration there are no plans to add an additional
runaway.
He presented a list of recommended ADP projects, likely to occur between the years of 2020 —
2035, reconfiguration of the International Terminal Building Redevelopment, central hub garage
including parking and facilities to accommodate UBER and Lyft riders.
Mayor Matsumoto requested that Mr. Yakel address noise impacts due to the expected expansion.
Mr. Yakel stated that the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) new air traffic control
modernization plan called "NextGen" is causing a rise in aircraft noise complaints. He has been
actively working with elected officials to address the FAA's program to improve noise quality for
residents.
Councilmember Addiego stated that he has been a member of the San Francisco International
Airport/Community Roundtable and has also relayed concerns of aircraft noise from residents
throughout the community.
PUBLIC COMMENTS
Mayor Matsumoto invited public comment.
Cynthia Markopolous addressed the Council regarding the Community Civic Campus project and
the proposed 200 parking spaces. She indicated that the proposed parking spaces are inadequate for
the new campus and existing facilities on Antoinette Lane. She requested that Council re-evaluate
the proposal.
COUNCIL COMMENTS/REQUESTS
Councilmember Nagales reported that he received a call from former Mayor Pedro Gonzalez
informing him that the Salvation Army on Mission Road had been closed. Salvation Army owns the
building and it is unknown how they will continue to serve the community. He expressed his
concerns for the families that have been impacted by the federal government shutdown and
requested that the pop up distribution centers be inclusive to serve San Mateo County and residents
of South San Francisco. He inquired about the possibility of waiving payments for families in our
community impacted due to the loss of income. Director Ranals stated that she has found two
families that may have been impacted and if given direction by Council, she will reach out to these
families. Consensus of council to waive payments for families affected.
City Manager Futrell indicated that he has been in contact with the County Manager for information
on possible resources and services available to affected families in San Mateo County. He
encouraged residents to visit the County's website at hsa.smc.gov.org for additional information
including unemployment information.
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Mayor Matsumoto and Councilman Nagales thanked Director Ranals and her staff for responding to
fallen trees during the storm. Job well done!
Councilwoman Nicolas thanked the City Manager and staff for the opportunity to attend the New
Councilmembers Conference and provided an overview and benefits of the program. She welcomed
South San Francisco Police Department newly sworn officers and requested to adjourn the meeting
in honor of Monsignor John Roberto Pernia of Mater Dolorosa Church.
Councilman Addiego welcomed South San Francisco Police Department newly sworn officers and
staff and requested to adjourn the meeting in honor of fallen Officer Natalie Corona.
Vice Mayor Garbarino apprised Council on his efforts to address housing and homelessness at a
state level. He expressed his concern with local control and stated that he will be actively
participating in the ongoing discussion and will provide routine updates.
Mayor Matsumoto expressed her support of affordable housing. She discussed the City's proposed
housing expansion and the lack of affordable and workforce housing. She stated that the City will
experience an indirect impact due to other agencies not meeting RHNA numbers and the Governor's
delay of funding. She requested that staff follow up on a complaint received regarding an auto
repair on Cypress Avenue use of street parking which impacts parking for residents of the area. She
inquired about the removal of trees on the Bay Trail at Oyster Point. City Manager Futrell stated
that the trees have been removed to address sea level rise and indicated that the developer will
update the trail and replant the trees.
Mayor Matsumoto provided a report of the Homeless Outreach Team (HOT) and the increase of
homeless in the community congregating at Starbucks Coffee on Grand Avenue. She indicated that
a vast majority of homeless individuals require mental health services and refuse treatment. She
stated her participation in the Homeless Count Day on January 31St and encouraged the community
to volunteer for the event. She requested an Ordinance Banning the use of Plastic Straws. City
Manager Futrell will coordinate a study session for Council to discuss.
Mayor Matsumoto requested to adjourn the meeting in honor of Lola (Schmidt) Garcia, former
journalist with the Enterprise Journal.
CONSENT CALENDAR
The City Clerk duly read the Consent Calendar, after which Council voted and engaged in
discussion of specific items as follows:
Item No. 3: Councilmember Nagales pulled the item for additional questions.
4. Report regarding Resolution No. 12-2019 authorizing the filing of a grant contract renewal for
Community Development Block Grant funds allocated through the City of Daly City to
support Project Read and authorizing the Finance Director to adjust the Fiscal Year 2019 -
2020 Revenue Budget per Budget Amendment 19.040 upon receipt of grant award. (Valerie
Sommer; Library Director)
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5. Report regarding Resolution No. 13-2019 authorizing the acceptance of $5,983 in grant
funding from the California State Library to support implementation of a series of life skills
programs for teens, and approving Budget Amendment 19.041. (Valerie Sommer, Library
Director)
6. Report regarding Resolution No. 14-2019 appointing directors to the Pooled Liability
Assurance Network Joint Powers Authority on behalf of the City of South San Francisco.
(Leah Lockhart, Human Resources Director)
7. Report regarding Resolution No. 15-2019 amending the City Manager's Office Position
Budget in Fiscal Year (FY) 2018-19 (Leah Lockhart, Human Resources Director)
8. Report regarding adoption of Ordinance No. 1569-2019 amending Chapter 13.04 of the South
San Francisco Municipal Code and adding Chapter 13.40 of the South San Francisco
Municipal Code pertaining to open trench notification and telecommunication infrastructure
improvements. (Tony Barrera, Information Technology Director and Eunejune Kim, Public
Works Director)
Motion— Councilmember Garbarino/Second—Councilmember Nicolas: to approve Consent
Calendar Items Nos. 4, 5, 6, 7 and 8. Unanimously approved by roll call vote.
ADMINISTRATIVE BUSINESS
9. Report regarding the Community Civic Campus quarterly update for Quarter 2 Fiscal Year
2018/2019 and Schematic Design update. (Marian Lee, Assistant City Manager)
Assistant City Manager Lee presented the report and provided an overview of the Community Civic
Campus project and outreach efforts. She indicated that posters have been placed throughout City
facility with comment cards for public input. A banner will be placed at the future construction site
with contact information.
Bill Katz of Smith Group presented an update on schematic design of the South San Francisco Civic
Campus Center. Assistant City Manager Lee noted a change in available parking spaces below the
building changed from 100 to 30 due to utility constraints. The City will still meet the intent of
below ground parking in order to meet ADA parking requirements, in addition to reserve spacing in
the surface parking lot.
Mr. Katz discussed the Centennial Trail parking accessibility and the pedestrian walkway and
Accessibility. He stated that the parking project will consist of 220 parking spaces for the structure
with designated parking stalls for employees. He presented an overview of the Police Department
facility visitor parking with 72 spaces covered and fenced for employee parking. The facility will be
a two stories with a firing range and training facility.
Assistant City Manager Lee provided an overview of the bid packet and process. She indicated staff
was not in favor of dividing the project into two contracts, due to the increase in staff time. She
presented a conceptual schedule for the proposed project. The prequalifying process is scheduled to
begin 2020, all dates are subject to change.
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Councilman Nagales inquired about proceeding with the Police Department project and the
estimated $lmillion dollar savings. He thanked Assistant City Manager Lee for her work in the
development of the project and expressed his concern with the proposed parking. He requested that
staff ensure resident parking is available. He inquired about lighting for the facility and lighting for
pedestrian safety.
Mayor Matsumoto inquired if the City would benefit from signing a PLA in order to attract
qualified contractors to bid on the project. Assistant City Manager Lee stated that the PLA will
apply to all project and will be beneficial to the community. She indicated that all contractors will
participate in the prequalify process. Mayor Matsumoto inquired about the status of the community
theatre and City Council community building. Assistant City Manager Lee stated that the lower
level schematic design is behind due to Council's desire of incorporating the dias. Mayor
Matsumoto expressed her concern with surface parking and inquired about the acreage of street
parking. Assistant City Manager Lee stated that her estimation was a little more than 1 acre of
space. She inquired about the contingency cost and requested an explanation.
Assistant City Manager Lee stated that every project has a 10% contingency, the construction
contingency amount is $27 million and the Police station construction contingency is $12 million.
These contingencies are held for unexpected costs. These contingency numbers were provided by
the consultant and staff determined that the assumptions were accurate.
Recess: 8:59 p.m.
Meeting resumed: 9:14 p.m.
10. Report regarding a resolution authorizing the allocation of One Million Dollars ($1,000,000)
in Community Enhancement Payments to the South San Francisco Unified School District
(SSFUSD) for the construction of the Buri Buri Elementary School Multi-purpose Field. (Sharon
Ranals, Director of Parks and Recreation)
South San Francisco Unified School District Board President Baker, addressed Council and read
into the record a statement from Buri Buri PTA President Claire Ramsey thanking the Council for
considering the funding for the field and soliciting the Council's assistance to fund additional fields
throughout the District. President Baker thanked the City and the Council for their consideration of
the matter and the importance of this project for the Buri Buri community.
Director Ranals presented the report and stated that in 2016 the City Council approved the
allocation of $lmillion dollars, community funds. She thanked and acknowledged Assistant
Superintendent of Business Services, Ted O for his cooperation and presence. She encouraged
community feedback. Director Ranals indicated that the Council received the most recent proposal
with the District's estimated cost of $1.38 million, once the fields are repaired the City will resume
maintenance of the Buri -Buri field as listed under the JPA.
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Director Ranals stated that funding for this project has conditions that the District must meet before
the City releases funds, once funding is received. She indicated that she and her staff have met with
Mr. O and discussed a fair prioritization of community groups going forward. In addition, the Buri -
Buri field will be available to the general public. The City's limited contribution is $1million dollar,
in the event the project exceeds this cost, the City will be informed of changes and will approve the
project.
Councilmember Addiego provided an overview of park in lieu fees and funding from the City to the
District. He inquired about the conditions placed on the funding to the District and if the Council
would be the final authority if changes were requested by the District. City Manager Futrell
indicated that he conferred with Superintendent Moore and she agreed to the terms stipulated in the
contract.
Mayor Matsumoto inquired if the City would be overseeing the construction of the park. Director
Ranals stated that the project will be overseen by the District.
Councilmember Nagales stated his concern with communication between the City and the District.
He expressed his support for the project and looks forward to continue building a strong partnership
between the City and the District.
Motion— Vice Mayor Gabarino/Second—Councilmember Addiego: to approve Resolution No. 16-
2019. Unanimously approved by roll call vote.
CONSENT CALENDAR- Resumed
3. Motion confirming payment registers for January 23, 2019. (Christina Crosby, Interim
Director of Finance)
Councilmember Nagales inquired about expenses listed for the Economic and Community
Development to Barrango Manufacturing for FY 2015-2018 in the amount of $15k.
Director Greenwood stated that the City had a 3 year contract with Barrango Manufacturing for the
fabrication and storage of the downtown decorations. The contract terminated 12/31/18 and final
payment was issued.
Mayor Matsumoto inquired about the line item expense for the landscape Gateway monument sign
in the amount of $11 k and whether it was for the gateway signs or redesign. City Manager Futrell
indicated that the expense was for the approved installation of the new Gateway sign. He will
provide a detailed response to Council via the Thursday memo. She inquired about the Designated
Fund Balance and the various expenses listed. Finance Manager Lovell stated that he would review
the expenses and provide a detailed response to Council via the Thursday memo.
Motion— Councilmember Addiego/Second—Councilmember Garbarino: to approve Consent
Calendar Item No. 3. Unanimously approved by roll call vote.
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ITEMS FROM COUNCIL — COMMITTEE REPORTS AND ANNOUNCEMENTS
Councilmember Addiego requested a follow up to the tenant protection discussion and in addition,
he requested that Council be apprised on the Regional Housing Enterprise, governed by MTC and
ABAG. Consensus of the Council to discuss at a future date.
City Manager Futrell stated that the item will be brought back for Council discussion.
ADJOURNMENT
Being no further business, Mayor Matsumoto adjourned the meeting at 9:45 p.m. in honor of
Monsignor John Roberto Pernia of Mater Dolorosa Church, Lola (Schmidt) Garcia and Officer
Natalie Corona.
Respectfully submitted by:
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Rosa Govea Acosta, CMC, CPMC
City Clerk
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