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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes 2006-05-24 MINUTES CITY COUNCIL CITY OF SOUTH SAN FRANCISCO REGULAR MEETING WEDNESDAY, MAY 24, 2006 MUNICIPAL SERVICES BUILDING COMMUNITY ROOM 33 ARROYO DRIVE CALL TO ORDER: ROLL CALL: 7:30 p.m. (Cassette Tape No.1) Present: Councilmembers Addiego, Gonzalez and Matsumoto, Vice Mayor Garbarino and Mayor F ernekes Absent: None PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: INVOCATION: Led by Mayor F ernekes Reverend Gabriela Schroeder, Our Redeemer's Lutheran Church Mayor Fernekes requested the meeting be adjourned in memory of Mr. Walter Guerra, president ofItal Foods. PRESENTATIONS . Spring 2006 Citizens Academy Graduation - Assistant to the City Manager Susan Kennedy gave a visual overview of the first academy session. Councilmembers presented certificates of completion to Rose Chiu, Peggy Deras, Angela Duldulao, David Gallagher, Sean Garrone, Tony Gonzalez, Usbaldo Gonzalez, Sandee Ige, Maria Martinucci, Buenaflor Nicolas, Liza Normandy, Ezio Nurisio, Kevin O'Connor, Brian Perry, Angelica Reynoso, Dennis Rosaia, Kamala Silva Wolfe, Michael Stewart, and Scott Waldo (Jennifer Ching, Billy Ching, Nicolas Martin, Roberta Nieto, Maryanne Nieto, Mary Robert, and JC Sheu were not present). Maria Martinucci and Kamala Silva Wolfe presented gifts to Assistant to the City Manager Susan Kennedy and Office Specialist Debbie Crisafi. . Rebuilding Together Peninsula's National Rebuilding Day 2006 City Sponsored Projects- Kristina Knudsen, Development Director and Tom Carney gave a visual overview of the program and recent rehabilitation activities at a home on Arden Avenue. . Certificates of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting Award (CAFR Program) - Mayor Fernekes presented certificates to Finance Department Accountant II Stella Huey. AGENDA REVIEW Councilman Addiego requested Agenda Item No. 10 be moved ahead of No. 6. Mayor Fernekes and Councilmembers concurred. PUBLIC COMMENTS No comments. ITEMS FROM COUNCIL . Announcements . Committee Reports Councilmembers reported on attendance at community and regional events, announced upcoming events and fundraisers, and acknowledged members of the community for their contributions. With regard to the upcoming June 6th state primary election, Councilmember Addiego informed the public that "declined to state" voters have a choice of four different ballots when they vote and City Clerk Payne announced the Universal Voting Center's hours of operation at the Municipal Services Building. Councilmember Gonzalez addressed the need for pandemic flu preparedness in the community, and informed the public that the health department will be coming to South San Francisco in the near future to discuss its plans. Councilwoman Matsumoto disclosed a meeting with a Home Depot representative to discuss its proposed project. She reported on a recent CCAG meeting and asked for Council's input on three eminent domain bills that are currently under consideration. On behalf of the City's investment consultant, Richard Guilbault, she recognized City Treasurer Battaglia for his strong leadership and innovativeness during the past two years. In observance of Memorial Day, Councilwoman Matsumoto requested tonight's meeting be adjourned in honor of the men and women serving overseas and their families here in the United States. Mayor Fernekes read a letter from the U.S. Department of Army in recognition of Police Officer Howard Zimmerman, currently serving in Iraq, for his excellent work. Mayor Fernekes requested the letter be placed in Officer Zimmerman's personnel file. He reported a meeting with a representative of Home Depot and a luncheon with San Mateo Councilwoman Sue Lempert to discuss MTC. Mayor Fernekes reported that the budget subcommittee (Fernekesl Matsumoto) met prior to tonight's meeting and will be meeting again next week. CONSENT CALENDAR I. Motion to approve the minutes of May 10, 2006 2. Motion to confirm expense claims of May 24, 2006 in the amount $663,169.33 3. Resolution No. 27-2006, authorizing the acceptance of$3,031 in grants and donations to support the Library's Reader Leader and Summer Reading Club programs and amending the Library Department's operating budget for FY 2005-06 REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES MAY 24, 2006 PAGE 2 4. Resolution No. 28-2006, authorizing professional services agreement for parking citation processing with Turbo Data System, Inc. 5. Acknowledgement of proclamations issued: Mike Gonzalez, Jim Hale, Gary Kibbee, John Melody, Lonnie Nowlin, Norm Payne, and Bob Stumbough, 5/13/06 Motion-Garbarino/Second-Matsumoto: To approve the Consent Calendar as submitted. Unanimously approved by voice vote. LEGISLATIVE BUSINESS 10. Motion to adopt an ordinance amending SSFMC Chapter 2.80, Cultural Arts Commission Staff report presented by City Attorney Mattas. Mr. Tony Volonte, Cultural Arts Commission Chair, stated a majority of the Commission opposes the amended ordinance and wants the Commission kept at fifteen members. He stated that he personally supports the proposed ordinance and that additional help can come from volunteers. Mr. Ron Burgess, Cultural Arts Commissioner, voiced his support for the ordinance and the use of volunteers to help with annual programs. Mrs. Alicia Gonzalez, Cultural Arts Commissioner, stated she was impartial on the matter, but felt former Mayor Jack Drago's request for 15 members be honored. Councilman Addiego, noting the comment that a majority of the Commissioners would like it kept at 15 members, suggested the item be continued until after the study session with the Cultural Arts Commission. Other Councilmembers stated support to adopt the ordinance tonight and to use the study session as an opportunity to discuss items of mutual concern. Motion-Matsumoto/Second-Gonzalez: To adopt Ordinance No. 1370-2006, amending Title 2, Chapter 80, Section 030 ofthe SSFMC to reduce the number of members on the Cultural Arts Commission. Unanimously approved by roll call vote. (Recess: 8:48 pm - 8:58 pm) PUBLIC HEARING 6. Consideration of appeal of Planning Commission decision to deny a Use Permit to allow a rental car fleet maintenance use, including construction of a maintenance building, car wash and related site improvements, at 1080 San Mateo Avenue in the M-l Industrial Zone District in accordance with SSFMC Section 20.30.030; Appellant: Vanguard Car Rental USA, Inc - Public hearing continued from May 10, 2006 Mayor Fernekes, Vice Mayor Garbarino and Councilman Gonzalez reported that each had a meeting with Mr. Mike Pacelli and a representative of Vanguard to discuss the application. REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES MAY 24, 2006 PAGE 3 Public hearing opened. Staff report and visual presentation given by Acting City Planner Kalkin. Appellant's representative, Mr. Mark Hudak, Burlingame, gave a visual presentation and overview of Vanguard's operating history in Burlingame and details of its proposed operation in South San Francisco. To satisfY Council's apprehension, Mr. Hudak suggested the conditions of approval include a condition that prohibits the storage of rental cars on site and that the City make spot-checks to verifY compliance. Public hearing closed. Councilmember Gonzalez commented that the use would have a negative impact on infrastructure (streets) and the business generates little revenue for the City. Councilman Addiego also reported that he met with Mr. Pacelli and this item was discussed briefly. He stated support for the use at the San Mateo A venue site, and commented that it's an ancillary use to the Airport and the Airport does benefit the City. Assistant City Manager Van Duyn advised Council that if the appeal was granted, Council would need to revisit the zoning ordinance definition for accessory use, and related issues-automobile storage and maintenance facilities. He cautioned Council against approving an auto rental storage facility and that it could set a precedent. Vice Mayor Garbarino voiced his skepticism about Mr. Hudak's statement that only four of the five-acres would be used and that the excess space would be left vacant. He further discussed with staff the concept of a monetary agreement between Vanguard and the City, which City Attorney Mattas stated could be explored if the appeal was granted. City Attorney Mattas further advised Council of the precedent and ramifications if the appeal was granted. Councilman Addiego addressed the uniqueness of the site and the financial investment that the applicant is willing to make. He stated that the daily cueing of vehicles was not a critical factor for making a decision. Councilman Gonzalez commented that setting a precedent is a concern, but he would be willing to take a chance if it were a high revenue generating type business, but it is not. Mayor Fernekes commented that he could not support the application; he would like to see something better developed at the site, and that the zoning was changed to deter rental companies from coming to South San Francisco. Motion-Matsumoto/Second-Gonzalez: To uphold the Planning Commission decision and deny the appeal of application P06-0007 for Use Permit UP06-0002 including adoption of the findings for denial (included in staff report). Approved by the following roll call vote: AYES: Councilmembers Gonzalez and Matsumoto, Vice Mayor Garbarino and Mayor Fernekes. NOES: Councilman Addiego. ABSTAIN: None. ABSENT: None. REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES MAY 24, 2006 PAGE 4 7. Consideration of Tentative Subdivision Map for property located at 90 Oak Avenue, allowing thirteen residential condominiums and common area; Density bonus of nine percent allowing one additional dwelling unit; affordable housing agreement restricting three dwellings as affordable housing units; and design review allowing construction of a three story, thirteen unit, residential condominium building with thirty parking spaces and common area; P06-0016: SA06-0001, AHA06-0001, DB06-0001 and DR06-00015; Owner/Applicant: Patrick Doherty Public hearing opened. Staff report presented by Senior Planner Carlson. Mr. Tony Brandi, project architect, stated the applicant agrees to the requirements and accepts the conditions of approval. Public hearing closed. Vice Mayor Garbarino asked that color palettes be presented at meetings. Councilwoman Matsumoto asked that the tree caliber be specified on landscape plans rather than box size. Councilman Gonzalez stated a Power Point presentation would help refresh his memory and that he was not ready to vote on the matter. Council discussed with staff the building permit/plan check timeframe for the project, which is due to expire June 2. City Attorney Mattas advised Council to direct staffto have the item come back on the next regular agenda with all the necessary information from the applicant, and fees already paid by the applicant are sufficient to cover the building permit and plan check process. Mr. Doherty stated his agreement to a continuance, and that he would provide the requested landscape plan, exterior elevations, and Power Point presentation. Motion-Matsumoto/Second-Gonzalez: To continue Tentative Subdivision Map SA06- 2006 to June 14, with applicant to return with landscape plan, materials, exterior plans, visual presentation (Power Point), and to direct staffthat fees already paid are adequate for purposes of processing the building permit. Unanimously approved by voice vote. ADMINISTRATIVE BUSINESS 8. Resolution authorizing a memorandum of understanding and a permit to enter among BART, SamTrans and the City of South San Francisco in connection with the bike path/linear park Staff report and visual presentation given by Recreation and Community Services Director Ranals. REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES MAY 24, 2006 PAGE 5 (Cassette Tape No.2) Mayor Fernekes and Councilwoman Matsumoto announced that there is a preliminary name of Centennial Way for the linear park. Councilmembers concurred that the name was appropriate in recognition ofthe City's upcoming 100-year anniversary. Motion-Garbarino/Second-Matsumoto: To approve Resolution No. 29-2006, authorizing a memorandum of understanding and a permit to enter among BART, SamTrans and the City of South San Francisco in connection with the bike path/linear park. Unanimously approved by voice vote. 9. Confirm Chief Planner's approval of the color samples and roof materials for South City Lights Development at 2280 Gellert Boulevard Councilwoman Matsumoto recused herself as she lives within 500' of the project. She left the room and excused herself from the remaining portion of the meeting (10:12 p.m.). Staff report presented by Acting Chief Planner Kalkin. Mr. Scott Almond, project manager for South City Lights, stated three different color schemes have been prepared and will be spread amongst the six buildings of the project with a single color for the rooftiles. (Color palette boards and roof tiles were displayed.) Ms. Leslie Tiple, L T Designs, reviewed the color palette. She stated a mock up will be presented at the project site. Mayor Fernekes asked for confirmation that the Planning Commission is advisory to the Council and the City Council makes the final decision; staff confirmed. Motion-Addiego/Second-Garbarino: To accept the recommendation of the Planning Commission to confirm the acting chief planner's approval of the exterior paint colors and roof tiles for the South City Lights project. Approved by voice vote. City Attorney Mattas clarified that the motion also includes seeing the mock up of the paint in the field. Council concurred. COUNCIL COMMUNITY FORUM No report. ADJOURNMENT Being no further business, Mayor Fernekes adjourned the meeting at 10:40 pm in memory of Walter Guerra and in honor of the men and women serving in the armed services overseas and their families here in the United States. Submitted bY0 J??~) I~ Sylvia M. Payne, City Clerk City of South San Francisco REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES frP~o~ed: ~~ City of South San Francisco MAY 24, 2006 PAGE 6