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HomeMy WebLinkAbout12.13.2023 Regular CC Minutesl�� f N SA.N' F U _ Q c`I L I FORt`�P CALL TO ORDER MINUTES REGULAR MEETING CITY COUNCIL CITY OF SOUTH SAN FRANCISCO WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 13, 2023 6:30 p.m. Library Parks and Recreation Building 901 Civic Campus Way, South San Francisco, CA Mayor Coleman called the meeting to order at 6:30 p.m. ROLL CALL Councilmember Addiego, present Councilmember Nagales, present Councilmember Nicolas, present Vice Mayor Flores, present Mayor Coleman, -present PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE AGENDA REVIEW City Manager Ranals requested that Item No. 23 moved after Item No. 3 ANNOUNCEMENTS FROM STAFF • Greg Mediati, Director of Parks and Recreation • Katie Donner, Management Analyst I PRESENTATIONS 1. Proclamation honoring Dr. John Skerry, Physician in Chief of Kaiser Permanente. (James Coleman, Mayor). Mayor Coleman and the Council presented a proclamation to Physician in Chief of Kaiser Permanente, Dr. John Skerry. They highlighted his accomplishments and thanked him for his years of service to the South San Francisco community. Susan Kennedy was present to extend Congressmember Kevin Mullin's appreciation and congratulations to Dr. Skerry. Former Congressmember Jackie Spears was present to recognize Dr. Skerry with a resolution on behalf of the State Senators Josh Becker, Scott Wiener and Assemblymember Diane Pappen and Phil Ting. Randi Torrijos of Supervisor Pine's Office to express his gratitude for Dr. Skerry's years of service and partnership with Kaiser Permanente. Dr. Skerry expressed his appreciation for the recognition and love for the City of South San Francisco. 2. Certificate honoring Krystina Ruiz, 2024 HIP Housing's calendar artist. (James Coleman, Mayor) Mayor Coleman presented a certificate to Krystina Ruiz and congratulated her as this year's calendar artist. Executive Director of HIP Housing Kate Comfort Harr introduced Krystina who thanked the Council. 3. Certificate celebrating Coach Kolone Pua and the South San Francisco High School Football Team for being 2023 Central Coast Section Champions. (James Coleman, Mayor) Mayor Coleman recognized the South San Francisco High School Football team, staff, and parents for their Championship. Coach Pua thanked the Council for their recognition and certificate. ITEMS FROM COUNCIL — COMMITTEE REPORTS AND ANNOUNCEMENTS 23. Certificate honoring Commissioner Steven Pitocchi for his years of service on the Housing Authority. (Eddie Flores, Vice Mayor) Vice Mayor Flores recognized Commissioner Pitocchi and his efforts in public service and uniting the City Council and Housing Authority. Commissioner Pitocchi shared his appreciation to the Council for their recognition and highlighted how his appointment to the Housing Authority has provided him the opportunity to now work for Kaiser Permanente. PUBLIC COMMENTS — NON -AGENDA ITEMS The following individual(s) addressed the City Council: • Norm Torello • Bryan Shields, Carpenters Local Union 217 COUNCIL COMMENTS/REQUESTS Councilmember Nicolas shared she is looking forward to the New Year under Mayor Coleman and Vice Mayor Flores. She expressed her gratitude to the staff that made the year memorable. She provided an overview of the events she attended to include the Annual Fun Run, Sign Hill tree lighting ceremony, Santa Come to Town, and Project Read Annual Trvia Challenge. She requested the meeting be adjourned in memory of Annalise Salas Jimenez, Gloria Raffaelli, Gervacio Castro, and Romeo Castro. Councilmember Nagales congratulated Mayor Coleman and Vice Mayor Flores on the reorganization event. He also thanked former Mayor Flores for her leadership this past year. He provided an overview of the events he attended to include the Annual Fun Run, Santa Comes to Town, and Project Read Trivia Challenge. He requested staff provide him with information regarding the shuttle use from Public Works, an end of the year report from the Police Department, an update regarding rental assistance from Economic Development & Housing, and an update regarding new laws from the City Manager. He also noted that the San Mateo County Transportation Authority was able to secure funding for the Junipero Serra interchange for improvements. Councilmember Addiego highlighted the work of Code Enforcement Office Lovell and Public Works staff to include Tom Blakiston, Dylan Tuck, Jesus Prieto, and Bobby Ingersoll for their service and REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING DECEMBER 14, 2023 MINUTES PAGE 2 attentiveness to city streets. He also highlighted Corporal Finnegan and Officer Zander of the Police Department for their efforts in a recent arrest. Vice Mayor Flores expressed his thanks and gratitude to everyone who has congratulated him on the reorganization of the council. He also recognized staff for their efforts and assistance in the success of the most recent events, the Police Department and Fire Department for keeping us safe, and the Public Works Department for keeping our city clean. He stated the Project Read Trivia Challenge was well attended and thanked the neighboring cities that supported it. He stated he had the opportunity to represent the city as a member of the Peninsula Division of the California League of Cities and emphasized the importance of issues relating to climate change, public safety, housing, and revenue. Lastly, he congratulated the class of the Renaissance Entrepreneurship Center and recognized their hard work. Mayor Coleman thanked the city staff and the community for attending the reorganization event and making it a memorable event. He also congratulated the graduates of the Renaissance Entrepreneurship Center and highlighted the significance of small businesses. He continued to provide an overview of the events he attended to include the Project Read Trivia Challenge, the LGBTQ Victory Institute Conference, and Menorah Lighting Ceremony. He requested staff to explore the idea of digital signs for shuttle bus stops and asked that they review the activity at bocce ball courts. Meeting recessed at 7: 33 p.m. Meeting resumed at 7:48 p.m. CONSENT CALENDAR The Assistant City Clerk duly read the Consent Calendar, after which the Council voted and engaged in discussion of specific item as follows. 4. Motion to approve the Minutes for November 8, 2023, November 21, 2023, and December 5, 2023. (Rosa Govea Acosta, City Clerk) 5. Motion to accept a report regarding the City of South San Francisco's Community Development Block Grant program, including the status of federal monitoring and updates to the program's Policies and Procedures Manual. (Danielle Thoe, Housing Manager) 6. Report regarding Resolution No. 173-2023 renewing a purchasing agreement with Dell Marketing LP for Microsoft Licenses for an additional three-year term in the amount not to exceed $752,215 and authorizing the City Manager to execute the agreement. (Tony Barrera, Director of Information Technology) 7. Report regarding Resolution No. 174-2023 approving the Third Amendment to the 2023-2024 Wage and Salary Schedule to adjust the salary for amended job classifications and to adjust hourly rates pursuant to the City's Local Minimum Wage Ordinance, and approving budget amendment number 24-022. (Leah Lockhart, Human Resources Director) 8. Report regarding Resolution No. 175-2023 authorizing the acceptance of $7,500 in grant funding from Pacific Library Partnership to fund the development and presentation of a program series. The grant will teach attendees to build their own computer that meets their REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING DECEMBER 14, 2023 MINUTES PAGE 3 budget and use needs. The resolution will approve Budget Amendment 24.019. (Adam Elsholz, Assistant Library Director) 9. Report regarding Resolution No. 176-2023 authorizing the acceptance of up to $15,000 from the Peninsula Library System to fund coordination of the Peninsula Library System's 2024 Young Adult Novelists Convention, YANovCon 2024, headlining keynote speakers, author readings and book signings from popular and trending YA novelists and approving Budget Amendment 24.020. (Adam Elsholz, Assistant Library Director) 10. Report regarding Resolution No. 177-2023 authorizing the acceptance of a donation of computers from Genentech, Inc. valued at $7,600 to support digital literacy classes at the new Library I Parks and Recreation Center. (Adam Elsholz, Assistant Library Director) 11. Report regarding Resolution No. 178-2023 authorizing the acceptance of $10,000 in grant funding from Genentech to support the project Tech Talks: Discover the Future of STEM at the new Library I Parks and Recreation Center and approving Budget Amendment 24.023. (Adam Elsholz, Assistant Library Director) 12. A report recommending Resolution No. 179-2023 to approve a purchase agreement with L.N. Curtis & Sons, Inc., for the purchase of 58 Globe turnout coats and pants in an amount not to exceed $249,811.80, of which $57,456.71 will be funded from Public Safety Impact Fees and $192,355.09 from the Fire Department operating budget; and authorizing the City Manager to execute the purchase agreement on behalf of the City of South San Francisco. (Jess Magallanes, Fire Chief) 13. Report regarding Resolution No. 180-2023 accepting an Urban Area Security Initiative grant in the amount of $75,000 to enhance security and access for Fire Station 64 located at 2350 Galway Drive; approving budget amendment 24-021 to the Fire Department operating budget in the amount of $75,000 and authorizing the City Manager to enter into an agreement with the City and County of San Francisco Urban Area Security Initiative accepting FY 2023 grant funds. (Jess Magallanes, Fire Chief) 14. Report regarding Resolution No. 181-2023 authorizing the City Manager to enter into a Power Purchase Agreement to partner with Peninsula Clean Energy Authority to deploy a Solar Photovoltaic System at City facilities. (Philip Vitale, Deputy Director of Capital Projects) 15. Report regarding Resolution No. 182-2023 authorizing the City Manager to execute the First Amendment to the Consulting Services Agreement between the City of South San Francisco with ELS Architecture + Urban Design, of Berkeley, California for design and construction observation services of the Orange Memorial Park Aquatic Center Project in an amount not to exceed $328,770.00 for design services and extend the contract period end date to December 31, 2025. (Philip Vitale, Deputy Director of Capital Projects) Motion — Councilmember Nagales /Second — Vice Mayor Flores: To approve Consent Calendar 4- 15, by roll call vote: AYES: Councilmembers Addiego, Nagales, Nicolas, and Vice Mayor Flores, and Mayor Coleman; NAYS: None; ABSENT: None; ABSTAIN: None REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING DECEMBER 14, 2023 MINUTES PAGE 4 PUBLIC HEARING Public hearing opened.• 7: 53 p.m. 16. Report regarding a resolution making findings and approving an application for Design Review for a new Aquatic Center at Orange Memorial Park and adopt the Initial Study / Mitigated Negative Declaration (ND23-0005) in accordance with the California Public Resources Code and the California Environmental Quality Act. (Philip Vitale, Deputy Director - Capital Projects, and Adena Friedman, Chief Planner) Deputy Director Vitale and Chief Planner Friedman presented a report to include the proposed design and project schedule along with a review of the initial study mitigated negative declaration and measures. The council expressed their excitement for the process and project. Public hearing closed: 8: 02 p.m. 16a. Resolution No. 183-2023 making findings and adopting the Initial Study/Mitigated Negative Declaration (ND23-0005) for the Orange Memorial Park Aquatic Center in accordance with Section 21080 of the California Public Resources Code and CEQA Guidelines Section 15070 et seq. Motion — Vice Mayor Flores /Second — Councilmember Addiego: To approve Resolution No. 183- 2023 making findings and adopting the Initial Study/Mitigated Negative Declaration (ND23-0005) for the Orange Memorial Park Aquatic Center in accordance with Section 21080 of the California Public Resources Code and CEQA Guidelines Section 15070 et seq., by roll call vote: AYES: Councilmembers Addiego, Nagales, Nicolas, and Vice Mayor Flores, and Mayor Coleman; NAYS: None; ABSENT: None; ABSTAIN: None 16b. Resolution No. 184-2023 making findings and approving a Design Review permit (DR23- 0037) for the new Aquatic Center at Orange Memorial Park within the Parks and Recreation (P&R) Zoning District. Motion — Councilmember Nagales /Second — Councilmember Nicolas: To approve Resolution No. 184-2023 making findings and approving a Design Review permit (DR23-0037) for the new Aquatic Center at Orange Memorial Park within the Parks and Recreation (P&R) Zoning District., by roll call vote: AYES: Councilmembers Addiego, Nagales, Nicolas, and Vice Mayor Flores, and Mayor Coleman; NAYS: None; ABSENT: None; ABSTAIN: None Public hearing opened: 8: 04 p.m. 17. Report regarding applications for Master Plan, Precise Plan, Design Review, Use Permit, Development Agreement, Transportation Demand Management Plan, and Vesting Tentative Map to redevelop an existing 19-acre commercial site into a 1.65 million square foot life science research and development campus and associated amenity uses in the east of 101 area at Forbes Boulevard and Allerton Avenue in the Business Technology Park - High (BTP-H) Zoning District and determination that the project is consistent with the 2040 General Plan Environmental Impact Report (CEQA Guidelines Sections 15162, 15183) (Christy Usher, Senior Planner) Senior Planner Usher presented the report regarding the consideration of entitlements to redevelop an existing commercial site into a Life Science Research and Development Campus east of the 101 area. REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING DECEMBER 14, 2023 MINUTES PAGE 5 The Council engaged in questions and discussions regarding the potential development and appropriate use of the area to include public safety and public amenities. The Council also expressed their concerns regarding the TDM Plan and requested clarification. Deputy Director Rozzi and Chief Planner Friedman provided clarification along with Chief Development Officer of Healthpeak Properties, Scott Bone. Philip Rob and Alessandro Rozza, with Flad Architects along with David Fletcher of Fletcher Studio provided a presentation to discuss the design of the proposed buildings. City Attorney Woodruff provided an overview of potential changes to the proposed project and advised the Council of the project implications. The council engaged in questions and received responses from the staff and the applicant. The following individuals provided public comments: • Alison Harper, Bon Appdtit • Kyle, SSF Resident City Attorney Woodruff stated that there would not be amendments to the conditions only changes to the TDM if applicant is amendable to the changes proposed. After discussion and consideration, the Council approved Resolution No. 186-2023 and introduced the Ordinance with the noted amendments to reflect the project would be required to comply with a 50% TDM if parking structures one and two were built. In addition, if the project constructs the third parking structure, then the project will be required to comply with a 55% alternative mode use. Public hearing closed: 9: 29 p.m. 17a. Resolution No. 185-2023 making findings and determining that the environmental effects of the construction of the Vantage Healthpeak Life Sciences Campus located at 420, 440, 460, 480 and 490 Forbes Boulevard, consisting of six buildings and three associated parking structures, were sufficiently analyzed under the 2040 General Plan Environmental Impact Report and no additional environmental analysis is needed pursuant to CEQA Guidelines sections 15162 and 15183. Motion — Councilmember Nicolas /Second — Vice Mayor Flores: To approve Resolution No. 185- 2023 making findings and determining that the environmental effects of the construction of the Vantage Healthpeak Life Sciences Campus located at 420, 440, 460, 480 and 490 Forbes Boulevard, consisting of six buildings and three associated parking structures, were sufficiently analyzed under the 2040 General Plan Environmental Impact Report and no additional environmental analysis is needed pursuant to CEQA Guidelines sections 15162 and 15183, by roll call vote: AYES: Councilmembers Addiego, Nagales, Nicolas, and Vice Mayor Flores, and Mayor Coleman; NAYS: None; ABSENT: None; ABSTAIN: None 17b. Resolution No. 186-2023 making findings and approving entitlements for a Master Plan P22- 0117, Precise Plan P22-0138, Master Plan MP23-0002, Precise Plan PP23-0001, Design Review DR22-0036, Use Permit UP22-0011, Transportation Demand Management Plan TDM22-0009, and Vesting Tentative Map PM22-0002 to construct a new life sciences campus on approximately 19 acres, located at 420, 440, 460, 480, and 490 Forbes Boulevard in the Business and Technology Park - High (BTP-H) Zoning District with amendments. Motion — Vice Mayor Flores /Second — Councilmember Nagales: To approve Resolution No. 186- 2023 making findings and approving entitlements for a Master Plan P22-0117, Precise Plan P22- REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING DECEMBER 14, 2023 MINUTES PAGE 6 0138, Master Plan MP23-0002, Precise Plan PP23-0001, Design Review DR22-0036, Use Permit UP22-0011, Transportation Demand Management Plan TDM22-0009, and Vesting Tentative Map PM22-0002 to construct a new life sciences campus on approximately 19 acres, located at 420, 440, 460, 480, and 490 Forbes Boulevard in the Business and Technology Park - High (BTP-H) Zoning District with amendments, by roll call vote: AYES: Councilmembers Nagales, Nicolas, and Vice Mayor Flores, and Mayor Coleman; NAYS: Councilmember Addiego; ABSENT: None; ABSTAIN: None 17c. Ordinance approving a Development Agreement (DA22-0005) between the City of South San Francisco and HCP Forbes, LLC for the Vantage Campus Development Project in South San Francisco, California with amendments. Motion — Councilmember Nagales /Second — Councilmember Nicolas: To introduce an Ordinance approving a Development Agreement (DA22-0005) between the City of South San Francisco and HCP Forbes, LLC for the Vantage Campus Development Project in South San Francisco, California, by roll call vote: AYES: Councilmembers Nagales, Nicolas, and Vice Mayor Flores, and Mayor Coleman; NAYS: Councilmember Addiego; ABSENT: None; ABSTAIN: None ADMINISTRATIVE BUSINESS 18. Report regarding a request from Rotary Plaza, Inc. for funding to support a newly proposed affordable housing development, Rotary Gardens, located at 500 and 522 Linden and adoption of 1) Resolution No. 187-2023 committing $1,633,172 to the project and 2) Resolution No. 188-2023 amending the City's Permanent Local Housing Allocation 5-year plan. (Danielle Thoe, Housing Manager) Housing Manager Thoe presented a report requesting appropriation for funding of an affordable housing development. Economic and Community Director Selander provided clarification regarding concerns surrounding previous properties. Development Director of Beacon Development Peggy Lictard and Bruce Wright with Rotary Club expressed their commitment to the project. The Council expressed their concerns regarding locations for affordable housing and requested that staff continue to explore opportunities to expand affordable housing in other districts for future projects. Motion — Councilmember Nagales /Second — Vice Mayor Flores: To approve Resolution NO. 187- 2023 committing $1,076,383 in Low/Mod-Income Housing Asset Funds (Fund 241) and $556,789 in State Permanent Local Housing Allocation funds to the. Rotary Gardens affordable housing development project at 500 and 522 Linden and authorizing staff to negotiate loans effectuating the commitment and Resolution No. 188-2023 amending Resolution 205-2022 authorizing the City of South San Francisco to apply to the State of California to receive and administer the City's entitlement of Permanent Local Housing Allocation (PLHA) funds and to enter into all required agreements to receive the PLHA funds, by roll call vote: AYES: Councilmembers Addiego, Nagales, Nicolas, and Vice Mayor Flores, and Mayor Coleman; NAYS: None; ABSENT: None; ABSTAIN: None 22. Report regarding Resolution No. 189-2023 authorizing the acceptance of Bat Country, a public art sculpture created and donated by Gwen Fisher and Paul Brown to be located at the Orange Memorial Park Sports Field. (Greg Mediati, Parks and Recreation Director) REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING DECEMBER 14, 2023 MINUTES PAGE 7 Business Manager O'Brien presented the report regarding the acceptance of the donated public art —� sculpture. Commissioner DeNatale provided information to explain the initial use of the sculpture. The Council engaged in discussions and provided feedback regarding the placement of the sculpture. Motion — Councilmember Nicolas /Second — Councilmember Nagales: To approve Resolution No. 189-2023 authorizing the acceptance of Bat Country, a public art sculpture created and donated by Gwen Fisher and Paul Brown to be located at the Orange Memorial Park Sports Field, by roll call vote: AYES: Councilmembers Nagales, Nicolas, and Vice Mayor Flores, and Mayor Coleman; NAYS: None; ABSENT: None; ABSTAIN: Councilmember Addiego 21. Report regarding first reading and introduction of an ordinance repealing and replacing Chapter 9.04 Animal Licensing and Control of the South San Francisco Municipal Code. (Rich Lee, Assistant City Manager) Assistant City Manager Lee presented the report. Motion — Councilmember Nicolas /Second — Councilmember Nagales: To introduce an Ordinance repealing and replacing Chapter 9.04 Animal Licensing and Control of the South San Francisco Municipal Code, by roll call vote: AYES: Councilmembers Addiego, Nagales, Nicolas, and Vice Mayor Flores, and Mayor Coleman; NAYS: None; ABSENT: None; ABSTAIN: None 19. Report regarding Resolution No. 190-2023 authorizing the City Manager to execute the Second Amendment to the Purchase and Sale Agreement with Ensemble Investments, LLC for the disposition of a City -owned property located at 367 Marina Boulevard (APN 015-011- 350) for a hotel development. (Tony Rozzi, Deputy Director, Economic and Community Development Department). Deputy Director Rozzi provided the report. The Council engaged in discussions and requested close monitoring of the demand and revenue. Motion — Councilmember Addiego /Second — Vice Mayor Flores: To approve Resolution No. 190- 2023 authorizing the City Manager to execute the Second Amendment to the Purchase and Sale Agreement with Ensemble Investments, LLC for the disposition of a City -owned property located at 367 Marina Boulevard (APN 015-011-350) for a hotel development, by roll call vote: AYES: Councilmembers Addiego, Nagales, Nicolas, and Vice Mayor Flores, and Mayor Coleman; NAYS: None; ABSENT: None; ABSTAIN: None 20. Report regarding Resolution No. 191-2023 awarding a construction contract to RK Engineering, Inc. of San Francisco, California for the Highway Safety Improvement Program (HSIP) - Curb Ramp Replacement Project (Project No. tr2202, Bid No. 2672) in an amount not to exceed $676,580.00 for a total construction budget of $811,896.00, authorizing the City Manager to execute the agreement on behalf of the City. (Audriana Hossfeld, Senior Civil Engineer) Senior Civil Engineer Hossfeld presented the report. The Council engaged in questions and discussions surrounding traffic control. Motion — Vice Mayor Flores /Second Councilmember Nicolas: To approve Resolution No. 191-2023 awarding a construction contract to RK Engineering, Inc. of San Francisco, California for the REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING DECEMBER 14, 2023 MINUTES PAGE 8 Highway Safety Improvement Program (HSIP) - Curb Ramp Replacement Project (Project No. tr2202, Bid No. 2672) in an amount not to exceed $676,580.00 for a total construction budget of $811,896.00, authorizing the City Manager to execute the agreement on behalf of the City, by roll call vote: AYES: Councilmembers Addiego, Nagales, Nicolas, and Vice Mayor Flores, and Mayor Coleman; NAYS: None; ABSENT: None; ABSTAIN: None ITEMS FROM COUNCIL — COMMITTEE REPORTS AND ANNOUNCEMENTS 24. Council of Cities Proxy Designation and City Selection Committee Appointments. (James Coleman, Mayor) Mayor Coleman will attend the event and received direction from Council to nominate Councilmember Flor Nicolas as alternate on the Domestic Violence Council, re -appointment of Councilmember Mark Nagales to Transportation Authority (TA), and re -appointment of Eddie Flores as Vice -Chair to the City Selection Committee. Councilmember Addiego shared Star Bird is now our new neighbor at 988 El Camino Real. Councilmember Nicolas shared there are volunteer opportunities available to participate in the holiday food basket on December 18, 2023, at the Municipal Services Building and the Fernekes Building. Councilmember Nagales and Vice Mayor Flores wished everyone happy holidays. CLOSED SESSION Entered into Closed Session: 10: 42 p.m. 25. Conference with real property negotiators Property: 226-230 Grand Ave., 232-238 Grand Ave., and 240-246 Grand Ave Agency negotiator: Nell Selander, ECD Director; Danielle Thoe, Housing Manager; Sky Woodruff, City Attorney Negotiating parties: Giffra Enterprises Under negotiation: Price and terms Resumed from Closed Session: 11: 34 p.m. ADJOURNMENT Being no further business Mayor Coleman adjourned the City Council meeting at 11:35 p.m. Adjourned in Memory of Annalise Salas Jimenez, Gloria Raffaelli, Gervacio Castro, and Romeo Castro Submitted by: \\, z2enn:� Jazz ' e Miranda Assistant City Clerk Approved by the City Council: l / 10 / " Approved by: �'k [,-- James doleman Mayor REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING DECEMBER 14, 2023 MINUTES PAGE 9