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MINUTES
CITY COUNCIL
CITY OF SOUTH SAN FRANCISCO
REGULAR MEETING
\VEDNESDA Y, APRIL 25, 2007
MUNICIP AL SERVICES BUILDING
COMMUNITY ROOM
33 ARROYO DRIVE
CALL TO ORDER:
7:35 p.m. (Cassette Tape No.1)
ROLL CALL:
Present: Councilmembers Addiego, Fernekes and
Matsumoto, Vice Mayor Gonzalez and Mayor
Garbarino
Absent: None
Mayor Garbarino announced that high school students participating in this year's Youth
Government Day program were in attendance. Councilmembers and department heads
introduced their respective counterparts.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE:
Led by Derek Tam
INVOCATION:
Given by Rev. John Cantley, Grace Covenant
Church
PRESENT A nONS
. Proclamation: West Nile Virus and Mosquito and Vector Control Awareness Week,
April 23-29, 2007 - Vice Mayor Gonzalez presented the proclamation to District Trustee
Ray Honan, followed by a presentation on the current Mosquito and Vector Abatement
program
. City Permit Process: Chief Building Official Jim Kirkman
. Certificate of Achievement to former City Clerk Sylvia Payne on behalf of the Northern
California City Clerks Association Chair Rhonda Basore (former City Clerk Payne was
present; Ms. Basore did not attend)
. Certificate of Recognition: Ashley Gray, San Mateo County Teacher of the Year-2007,
presented by Mayor Garbarino
AGENDA REVIEW - No changes.
PUBLIC COMMENTS
Ms. Kamala Silva Wolfe, spoke on behalf of citizens of South San Francisco, asking Council to
join other cities in working toward solving global warming pollution. She commended the City
on bio-diesel fuel use and the arrival of BART in South San Francisco. She requested the
resolution calling for the endorsemc~nt of u.S. Mayors Climate Protection Agreement by the
City of South San Francisco. She named cities locally that have approved the resolution. She
asked Council to continue to be involved on a local level through various solutions to this
important issue.
Mr. Sean Morgan read a Resolution calling for the endorsement ofthe U.S. Mayors Climate
Protection Agreement by the City of South San Francisco and made personal comments.
Mr. Tom Carney reminded the public that April 28 is National Rebuild Together, with five
homes in South San Francisco to benefit. He asked volunteers to offer support for this effort.
Ms. Karla Molina, President of Historic Old Town Homeowners and Renters Association,
introduced the newly elected officers ofHOTHRA. She thanked Council for their support and
described their program plans for the future and invited the public to attend their meetings. Mr.
Martin commented on the long-time members who have given time and energy to promote the
community. He also praised the current members for their efforts.
Mr. Mike O'Connell, representative of ASCME Local 1569, requested Council to direct staff to
abide by the provisions of Section 1, Chapter 7 of Part 2.5 of Division 13 of the Health & Safety
Code, beginning with Section 18965 and through Section 18971, commonly known as AB 717,
which requires that building inspectors complete 45 hours of continuing education every three
years, be certified, and".. . the area of certification shall be closely related to the primary job
functions as determined by the local agencies." He quoted AB 717: "The local agency shall
bear the cost of certification, certification renewal and continuing education as mandated by this
Article." He read further: "... The local agency's actual costs of compliance with this Article
may include but are not limited to training and certification courses, certification exam and
renewal fees, employee salary during training in certification courses, and mileage and other
reimbursable costs incurred by the employee." Mr. O'Connell stated he did not feel the City
had meant the provisions to be a cost to the employee.
ITEMS FROM COUNCIL
. Announcements
. Committee Reports
Councilwoman Matsumoto asked that the meeting be adjourned in memory of Wanda Carelli.
She reported on meetings attended. She specifically commented on Performing Arts and
Centennial subcommittee items concerning funds available in a donation account for a public
sculpture and items for the Centennial. City Attorney Mattas stated that Council could take
action to release these funds, since the funds have already been appropriated in a donation
account. By consensus, Council released $50,000 to the Cultural Arts Commission ($25,000 for
a centennial piece for the Atrium; $25,000 for Solare).
Councilwoman Matsumoto also commented on Earth Day activities on Carter. Most of the
items were styrofoam and plastics, non-biodegradable products. She asked if staff could bring a
report to Council concerning the property and a possible acquisition as green space, rather than
as a dumping space for fast food containers, etc. She asked for future discussion concerning
prohibition of non-biodegradable products.
Councilmember Addiego discussed his concern about the advertising of fast food on local
buses. He asked Councilwoman Matsumoto to bring up this issue at a transportation meeting.
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He commented on a recruitment for a community development coordinator, which he believes
involves a percentage of CDBG funding. He was curious if other cities in San Mateo County
have such positions. He stated his concern was about the budget issues facing the City and
whether it is timely to recruit for such a position at this time. He asked that Council have some
input as positions become vacant from this point on to discuss whether business as usual is the
way they wish to continue. Assistant City Manager Van Duyn responded to questions about
passing along some of the responsibilities of a community development coordinator to existing
staff.
Councilmember Addiego also commented on concern expressed to him by employees about
surveillance cameras being installed in some facilities, and that some of the issued cell phones
are now GPS enabled. He would like a report on the need for such measures.
Councilmember Fernekes asked that the meeting be adjourned in memory of former Mayor Pat
Ahern. Councilmember reported on the Day in the Park subcommittee. He also met with the
Budget subcommittee, looking at business license fees and a possible ballot measure.
Vice Mayor Gonzalez reported on his tour of the Alternative Energy section at the Forensic Lab
Coroner's Office, citing statistics. He also commented on the Earth Day cleanup. He visited
the new Leo J. Ryan Child Development Center, reading to the children. He congratulated the
Historical Society for the Victorian Tea Theme. He attended a WP A Community Advisory
Committee in San Francisco. He also attended the redwood tree dedication.
Mayor Garbarino accepted on behalf of the City from the Mayor of Sister City Lucca, a medal
and a crystal plaque. Chief Raffaelli attended with him the Chamber breakfast, where the Chief
talked about theft identity. Chief Raffaelli said there is a pamphlet at the Police Department
entitled, "Theft Identity". Mayor Garbarino urged everyone to pick up a copy.
LATE SPEAKER:
Ms. Rachel Soriano, representing the senior class of 2007 of South San Francisco High School,
spoke about short funding for senior student activities, asking Council to consider a donation of
$600 that would go to the senior account and to the senior ball. Their fundraising efforts have
in part been used to payoff debts of former classes and their account falls short at this time.
Council's donation would make a difference. Mayor Garbarino asked Ms. Soriano for a contact
if members of the community were interested in donating funds. Ms. Soriano provided her
telephone number: 271-4150, or call the class president at 307-8131. Ms. Soriano answered
questions about details of the event.
CONSENT CALENDAR
1. Motion to approve the minutes of April 5, 2007
2. Motion to confirm expense claims of April 25, 2007 in the amount of$1,2l6,508.l2
3. Motion to approve funding for the South San Francisco Chamber of Commerce to
upgrade its information technology system and equipment in the amount of$9,503.9l
Councilmember Addiego requested Item 3 be removed from the Consent Calendar.
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4. Resolution authorizing Metropolitan Transportation Commission for Transportation
Development Act Article 3, pedestrian and bicycle funding for FY 2007-08 for
"Bikeway Connections and Kiosk", for Centennial Way and committing the necessary
non-federal match for the project and stating the assurance of the City of South San
Francisco to complete the project
5. Resolution approving a supplemental indenture of trust, and authorizing other related
actions regarding the 1987 Magnolia Plaza Apartments financing
Vice Mayor Gonzalez requested that Item 5 be removed from the Consent Calendar.
6. Resolution approving the City/County Association of Governments of San Mateo
County (C/CAG) Reauthorization and Joint Powers Agreement
Motion-Fernekes/Addiego: To approve Consent Calendar Items 1,2,4 and 6;
unanimously approved by voice vote (5-0).
Item No.3: Councilmember Addiego asked the set aside for the Chamber. Finance Director
Steele stated in the current budget there is $25,000. Councilmember Addiego clarified that the
$9,503.91 will come out of that $25,000.
Motion-Addiego/Fernekes: To approve funding; unanimously approved by voice vote
(5-0).
Item No.5: Vice Mayor Gonzalez asked for a description of this item. Finance Director Steele
stated the City had participated in a conduit financing in 1987 on behalf of Bridge Housing. He
explained that conduit financing enables Bridge Housing and the developer to get tax exempt
financing, the City of South Francisco lent its name to the financing. He stated the City is in no
way liable for the debt service. He commented that the item tonight administratively makes
certain changes to the letter of credit, modernizing the bond indenture, having no effect on the
City.
Motion-Gonzalez/Fernekes: To approve the supplemental indenture of trust and
authorizing other related actions regarding the 1987 Magnolia Plaza Apartments
financing; unanimously approved by voice vote (5-0).
(Recess: 9:05 p.m.- 9: 17 p.m.)
PUBLIC HEARING
7. Consideration of Modification to Stonegate Estates Planned Unit Development and
Design Review allowing exterior changes to several dwelling, adding several new
retaining walls, and modifying an above ground tree well at Hillside Avenue and
Stonegate Drive, in the R-2-H-P Zone District; Owner/Applicant: Stone gate Home
Development
Mayor Garbarino declared the public hearing open.
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Senior Planner Carlson presented the staff report and commented on various steps that had been
followed through the process of getting to this point, including discussions with the developers,
the Planning Department and the Planning Commission.
Applicant Tim Ruff, acting superintendent, Stonegate Home Development, stated that after
meeting with the Planning Commission, the developer went back to the original window
schedule, making only changes due to structural or egress situations. He commented that the
fronts of the buildings, before and after, are virtually identical. He stated the developer had
added back the chimneys and mentioned some other details about certain window placements in
order to allow more efficient use of the interior spaces.
Vice Mayor Gonzalez inquired as to why the developer had not anticipated these problems
earlier. Planner Carlson and Mr. Ruff addressed the window changes.
Councilwoman Matsumoto inquired about the above ground tree well issue, the storage area
issue and about the appearance of the retaining walls.
Mr. Ruff addressed the issue of the above ground tree well modifications being to enable access
to utilities and the planter revision will not affect the tree growth in any significant amount or
inhibit visibility. He also commented on the storage area.
Vice Mayor Gonzalez asked if the three retaining walls could be dressed in some way to look
better, perhaps with some color. Mr.. Ruff stated that when the landscaping goes in, all of the
walls will be softened in appearance with added elements.
Senior Planner Carlson referred to the heating duct issues, stating that the Commission had
recommended to Council, and Council adopted the condition, requiring that the bathroom on the
ground floor adjacent to the garage be reduced to a half-bath. When the heating duct was
added, staff and Planning was not advised; there would have been a discussion with the
developer. Mr. Carlson also discussed other safety issues concerning the storage room.
Mayor Garbarino declared the public hearing closed. He asked City Attorney Mattas to explain
the procedure for approval. Mr. Mattas stated there is a resolution for adoption.
Motion-Addiego/Gonzalez, to adopt the Resolution approving a modification of a
residential planned unit development permit for the property situated at the intersection
of Hillside Boulevard and Stonegate Drive and as submitted by Stonegate Home
Development, Inc. South San Francisco, including Exhibit A; unanimously approved by
voice vote (5-0).
ADMINISTRA nVE BUSINESS
8. Consideration of resolution adopting the EIR Addendum for the Blue Line Material
Recovery Facility and Transfer Station at 500 East Jaime Court; Owner: Richard E.
Haskins (P06-0093)
City Planner Susy Kalkin presented the staff report. She stated that the proposed changes would
not result in more frequent vehicle trips, but rather will involve larger vehicles. She referred to
a staff recommendation which asks for the continuation of a mitigation measure called for in the
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original EIR to require deflection testing on East Jamie Court and Haskins Vlay, and ifthere is
found to be a deficiency on those roadways based on the change in the types of vehicles, the
project proponent would be required to contribute their fair share towards upgrades. City
Planner Kalkin stated that since there changes will not result in significant impacts beyond those
already identified in the 1999 certified EIR, staff recommends approval of the addendum to the
EIR as provided by CEQA.
Councilman Addiego inquired as to why the smaller haulers will be eliminated. City Planner
Kalkin said they are not being eliminated but that additional curbside pickups will handle most
of those types of trips. He also asked for comments about the closing of the Colma Dump. He
does not have a problem with Blue Line maximizing the use of their property.
Mr. Evan Edgar, project engineer for Blue Line, referred to a table in the EIR with a traffic
count. He explained why the trucks are heavier and why the public self-haul trips have gone
down, although tonnage has been increased. Additional discussion followed concerning self-
haul users.
Councilwoman Matsumoto referred to the traffic count table, requesting some clarification on
increased tonnage and increased population, along with construction site debris. Mr. Edgar
stated that Blue Line has the capability to accept mixed construction and demolition site debris.
Councilwoman Matsumoto mentioned other recycling efforts and opportunities where the
subject trash does not end up at the transfer station. Mr. Edgar said the effort to target mixed
construction and demolition debris is intended to maintain the City's required diversion rate,
adding 500 tons more, with 75-80% recovery from the mixed construction and demolition
debris.
Councilwoman Matsumoto asked how to measure if there is an impact on the City streets. City
Planner Kalkin talked about deflection testing done by a consultant hired by the Engineering
Division. Assistant City Manager Van Duyn addressed future street maintenance plans, stating
Pavement Management Testing is one of the measures used in scheduling the City's
replacement capital improvement program for street work, along with visual inspection by the
City's public works staff.
Vice Mayor Gonzalez asked if some of the primary users of these roads contribute to the
infrastructure maintenance. Mr. Van Duyn responded that generally their contribution is
considered part of their tax obligation; however, the subcommittee is looking into ways to
address this question.
City Attorney Mattas stated that if Council desires to take action, there is a Resolution that
would approve the addendum to the: EIR.
Motion-Fernekes/Matsumoto: To approve the Resolution adopting the CEQA
Addendum to the Environmental Impact Report for the SSF Scavenger Company
Materials Recovery and Transfer Station to increase the amount of municipal waste and
recyclable material in the Solid Waste Facility Permit; unanimously approved by voice
vote (5-0).
ADDITIONAL:
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Councilmember Fernekes asked about a summer meeting for a Council Community Forum. He
is interested in establishing the last meeting in June for Council vacation.
Vice Mayor Gonzalez invited the public on May 2 the South San Francisco Chamber of
Commerce will celebrate Cinco de Mayo with a mixer at the social hall.
ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business, Mayor Garbarino adjourned the meeting at 10:02 p.m.
Submitted by:
Approved:
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City of South San Francisco
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Flo Derby, Interim City Clerk
City of South San Francisco
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