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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes 2007-09-12~Spv~N, SA!V ~~ 92 o '~'' u, ~. U O ,~._ ..~.::- ~9L1FOR~~e' MINUTES CITY COUNCIL CITY OF SOUTH SAN FRANCISCO REGULAR MEETING MUNICIPAL SERVICE BUILDING COMMUNITY ROOM WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 12, 2007 7:30 P.M. CALL TO ORDER: 7:30 p.m. (Cassette Tape No. 1) ROLL CALL Present: Councilmembers Addiego, Fernekes, Matsumoto; Vice Mayor Gonzalez and Mayor Garbarino PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: INVOCATION: PRESENTATIONS Led by Mayor Garbarino Rev. Cantley, Grace Covenant Church A Day in the Park PowerPoint presentation was given by Commissioners Judy Bush, Paul Formosa, Jim Metz and Liza Normandy. The presentation included information on the Pancake Kickoff Breakfast, shuttle service to and from the event, various booths and activities including, crafts, a petting zoo, a community stage for performances, a raffle fundraiser, cake cutting ceremony, car display and various food booths. Councilwoman Matsumoto displayed the official Day in the Park t-shirt along with a sample of the Centennial Balloon for the Centennial celebration In recognition of Safe a Life Month, Fire Chief Phil White presented a PowerPoint overview of the importance of being prepared for emergency situations. The presentation included learning to prepare for earthquakes winter storms or any type of disaster by having the necessary items on hand. He added the importance to also check on neighbors especially the disabled and elderly to check and see if they require assistance. Mayor Garbarino read and presented the Save a Life Month Proclamation to Chief White. AGENDA REVIEW City Manager Nagel requested Item # 8, Public Hearing, Resolution to submit 06-07 Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report for the CDBG Program to the Department of Housing & Urban Development (HUD), to be continued to the next scheduled Regular City Council meeting on September 26, 2007. PUBLIC COMMENTS Speaker #1: The resident at 728 Third Lane expressed his concerns in regards to the street condition on his block. Mayor Garbarino referred resident to Public Works Director, Terry White who was present to discuss his concerns. Speaker #2: Jorge Menjivar, resident and member of ACORN (Association of Community Organizations for Reform Now) acted as interpretor for Estela Baldovinos resident, to explain her concerns regarding her financial difficulties and a possible foreclosure on her home. Speaker #3: Jorge Menjivar, resident ,and member of ACORN (Association of Community Organizations for Reform Now) spoke and asked Council to consider approving a resolution in support of a three-month moratorium on foreclosures by sub prime lenders. Council agreed to consider resolution. Councilwoman Matsumoto suggested to Mr. Menjivar that ACORN who receives $10 for membership per member has approximately $3,000,000 nationwide and has a stronger voice and vote to support the resolution. Mayor Garbarino reminded Mr. Menjivar if Council decides to support the resolution, that it would be non-binding. Speaker #4: George Bernal, resident, spoke of his concerns regarding his neighborhood in reference to cars without updated registration, trash including mattresses, motors, oil cans, etc. Council requested from City Manager Nagel an updated list of the cases in the area. ITEMS FROM COUNCIL Councilmember Addiego commented on Mr. Bernal's request for a higher standard of neighborhood saying that he understood his concerns. Councilmember Addiego apologized for being unable to attend the most recent Water Transit Authority (WTA) meeting. He attended along with Councilmember Fernekes the Kaiser Hospital subcommittee for an update on a future site plan. He asked if the City was using bio-diesel fuel in any of the city's vehic]es....Director of Public Works, Terry White acknowledged that the city was using bio-diesal fuel a couple of city vehicles. Councilman Addiego suggested that the city look into a pilot program for mass transit for city employees to lessen cars on the road. He also stated he attended the Grand Avenue Library event in honor of new and extended library hours. Councilmember Fernekes met with the; Centennial Finance subcommittee and they are looking at total expenses for the upcoming centennial celebration. In addition, he met with the Centennial committee and the committee is gathering and compiling all of the information for the Centennial Gala Event to be held on December 31, 2007. He met with the Library subcommittee which discussed moving forward on the construction of a new library. He also commented on the Kaiser subcommittee he attended with Councilmember Addiego adding that they were in early discussions in which direction the City and Kaiser were heading for a future site. Councilman Fernekes stated he was glad that the business card issue was clarified with the company with which the City has had a long and good business relationship. Vice Mayor Gonzalez provided information regarding a meeting with the WTA in regards to funding for the ferry terminal. At the meeting there was discussion on how funds were to be distributed between Redwood City and South San Francisco. Discussion was regarding the percentage amount of the total funding that was to be distributed to eaich city. City Manager Nagel mentioned the Transit Authority is holding funds and awaiting a response to release funding. A meeting with Council and Director Steve Castleberry from WTA will be scheduled to gather additional information and get a consensus on the direction the City should go. Councilwoman Matsumoto attended the Grand Avenue Library extended hours event and very much enjoyed reading to the children. She attended the Regional Housing meeting and stated that South San Francisco is the 4th largest city in Sa.n Mateo County and thus is required to provide 1,635 low-to- moderate income housing for residents. She commented that Public Works Director, Terry White and staff are continuing to do a good job in working with the Improving Public Places committee in improving areas throughout the City. Councilwoman Matsumoto attended the CMEQ meeting and on the next council meeting agenda there will be a resolution for consideration placing the city in line to receive any future grant funding. She also attended the SamTrans Board Meeting and they are endorsing hi- REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING September 12, 2007 MINUTES PAGE 2 speed rail transportation via Pacheo Pass complimenting Caltrain and the ride from Los Angeles to San Francisco -voters will be asked to pass a $9,000,000,000 bond for this project. At the same meeting, she asked SamTrans to provide a list of garbage receptacles and pick ups at bus stops in South San Francisco. She inquired if automobiles were allowed to have tinted windows and Police Chief Raffaelli explained that windows are not allowed to be tinted in the front portion of an automobile and the Police Department will continue ticketing violators. He went on to talk about the court order in regards to parolees and persons on probation attending county fairs and/or outdoor events such as Day in the Park. Officers will be on duty enforcing the court order banning attendance by adults and juveniles on probation. Councilwoman Matsumoto commended the City as the only city in San Mateo County that set in place an ordinance dictating marijuana dispensaries. She also mentioned, as did Councilmember Fernekes, that she was glad the business card issue was clarified noting that the city's business cards range from 26 cents to 40 cents and complimented the business relationship the city had with the vendor. Mayor Garbarino attended the Main Library celebration in honor of the new extended hours. He also attended the opening of Paloto Basque Tournament and was amazed at the speed of the game. He attended the Traffic Alliance Salary subcommittee meeting. He asked City Manager Nagel if the city offered some assistance to low income: seniors for home security devices. City Manager suggested that CDBG might provide some funding and will research. Mayor Garbarino met with Councilmember Addiego and City Manager Nagel to discuss and review council compensation based on a salary survey. It appears that an increase may be approved only during an election year and being this is an election year - a $250 increase will be agendize for consideration at the next Council meeting bringing the total monthly salary for Council to $750. Councilwoman Matsumoto asked for a clarification and description of Council's classification as to when they are considered to be city employees. Mayor Garbarino wished to adjourn tonight's meeting in memory of Sadie Delahoussaye. CONSENT CALENDAR Motion to approve the minutes of regular City Council meeting of August 22, 2007 and of the Joint City Council/Planniing Commission meeting of July 24, 2007 2. Motion to confirm expense claims of August 22, 2007 Resolution authorizing acceptance of a grant for $9,500 from ABAG for Fire Department 4. Resolution authorizing rejection of all bids for the construction of 2007-2008 Streets Cape Seal Project, Engineering File ST-08-O1, ProjectNo. 51-13231-0802 Resolution authorizing submittal of an application to designate the El Camino Real corridor as a priority development area with C/CAG acting as the lead applicant Resolution accepting a $2,500 grant from Soroptimist International of North San Mateo County to support library programming and amending the library department's 2007/2008 operating budget Proclamation Issued -September as "Save a Life" Month in South San Francisco Motion-Addiego/Second-Garbarino: To approve Consent Calendar Items 1-7; unanimously approved by voice vote, 5-0. REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING September 12, 2007 MINUTES PAGE 3 PUBLIC HEARING Resolution authorizing City Manager to submit the 2006-2007 Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report (CAPER) for the CDBG Program to the Department of Housing & Urban Development (HUD). Public Hearing was opened at 9:13 p.m. -Mayor Garbarino continued public hearing to the September 26, 2007 City Council meeting. Public Hearing was closed at 9:14 p.m. COUNCIL COMMUNITY FORUM Councilmember Addiego thanked Interim City Clerk for her assistance in the City clerk's office until a City Clerk is elected in November. Vice Mayor Gonzalez attended the Senicr Fraud Forum hosted by Senator Yee. Vice 1`/Iayor Gonzalez said the seminar was very informational in educating all who attended how to safeguard their money. Another meeting will be held on September 17 for anyone wishing to attend. He also recommended council and the public see the documentary "The 11"' Hour" which focuses on global warming. CLOSED SESSION 9. Conference with Legal Counsel: Existing Litigation Pursuant to Government Code section 549569 (c) Ayala vs. City of South San Francisco Time entered into Closed Se:>sion: 9:23 p.m. Report from Closed Session: Council approved a settlement agreement between the City of South San. Francisco and Ayala by a 5-0 vote. ADJOURNMENT There being no further business before the Council, Mayor Garbarino adjourned the meeting at 9:40 p.m. Respectfully submitted: /~ Irene Soto, Interim City Clerk Approved: ichard A. a barino, Mayor REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES September 12, 2007 PAGE 4