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MINUTES
CITY COUNCIL
CITY OF SOUTH SAN FRANCISCO
REGULAR MEETING
WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 12,2007
MUNICIPAL SERVICES BUILDING
COMMUNITY ROOM
33 ARROYO DRIVE
CALL TO ORDER:
7:30 p.m. (Cassette Tape No.1)
ROLL CALL:
Present: Councilmen Addiego, Garbarino and Mullin, Mayor
Pro Tern Matsumoto and Mayor Gonzalez
Absent:
None
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE:
Led by Mayor Gonzalez
INVOCATION:
Pastor John Cantley, Grace Covenant Church
PRESENTATIONS
· Holiday Fire Safety - Fire Prevention Technician Rosaia provided a visual presentation and
infonnation to ensure a safe holiday season around the home when decorating and cooking.
He further reminded the public that the Fire Department is operating its annual Holiday Toy
Drive. He then introduced the Fire Department's partner in the Holiday Toy Drive, North
Peninsula Neighborhood Services Center. Representatives of the Center, including Ms.
Karla Molina, Ms. Yvonna Fields and Mr. Tom Carney provided a visual presentation on
the Center's annual plea for donations.
· Recycled Water Status Update - City Engineer Razavi reported that Carollo Engineers
completed the initial phase of the feasibility study for the recycled water project. The joint
participants in the project, San Francisco Public Utilities Commission, Cal Water and South
San Francisco, are prepared to proceed with the second pOliion of the study the facilities
plan. This second phase will consider whether it is feasible to recycle existing water from
the Water Pollution Control Plant and provide it to potential customers.
Mr. Mike Britten, Managing Partner, Carollo Engineers, provided a visual presentation
summarizing the initial phase of the feasibility study. The study identified over 100
potential customers in the cities of South San Francisco, Brisbane, Colma and San Bruno.
This list was categorized into five groups based upon potential uses identified in order of
priority as follows: I 280 (east side of South San Francisco), Colma, Brisbane, Industrial
Grouping (east of 101) and West San Bruno. The study further identified a "Phase One"
roll-out of major potential customers as Golden Gate National Cemetery, California Golf
Club, Orange Memorial Park and the strip that runs along the Linear Park on top of the
BART transit sector. Mr. Britten concluded his presentation with a cost estimate for the
facilities plan of $173, 181.00 to be shared equally between the City of South San Francisco,
SFPUC and Cal Water.
Mayor Pro Telll Matsumoto noted that she had suggested laying extra pipe for the use of
recycled water during a previous City Administration and requested clarification as to
whether the City had installed such pipe.
Assistant City Manager Van Duyn advised that pipe for the use of recycled water had not
been installed during the previous Administration's tenure. However, translnission pipe is
presently being installed as part of the Linear Park I1nprovements.
Councilman Addiego questioned the role Cal Water would play in the secondary
distribution of reclaimed water and asked whether it intended to invest in the facility.
TOln Salzano, Water Resource Planning Supervisor, Cal Water, replied that Cal Water
would expect to be the purveyor of recycled water. He advised that he could not obligate
the Company to invest in the facility, but that it would be discussed.
Councilman Garbarino requested confinnation that the Treatment Plant capacity would be 2
million gallons per day and requested further information regarding costs.
Mayor Gonzalez questioned funding sources.
City Engineer Razavi responded that the Treatment Plant would have sufficient capacity.
He explained that all funding sources would be pursued including SFPUC, Cal Water,
. grants, loans through the state revolving fund and state and federal agency funding.
Mayor Gonzalez questioned how other cities deliver and store recycled water. City
Engineer Razavi answered that like other cities, South San Francisco would be able to use
water tanks, storage facilities and a reservoir at the Water Quality Control Plant among
other options.
Mayor Pro Tern Matsumoto questioned whether Redevelopment or General Funds would be
utilized for the project and it was confirmed that Sewer Funds would be appropriated.
AGENDA REVIEW
No changes.
PUBLIC COMMENTS
Mr. Paul Formosa, Melnber of the South San Francisco Centennial Gala Committee, appeared
to provide an update on the Centennial Gala scheduled for December 31,2007 at 6:00 p.m. at
the South San Francisco Conference Center. He further advised that the City would be hosting
additional Centennial Celebrations throughout the year, including a Multi-Cultural Event in the
spring and a Fourth of July Celebration.
Mr. Bob George, HIP Housing's Board of Directors, thanked the City for its continued support
and presented Council with 2008 calendars.
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ITEMS FROM COUNCIL
· Announcen1ents/Committee Reports
Councilmelnbers reported on attendance at comlnunity meetings and events, announced
upcoming events, programs and public in1provelnents and acknowledged members of the
community, participants in local government and City staff for their contributions.
Councilman Garbarino introduced the topic of lending use of a City owned studio on Baden
Avenue to Second Harvest Food Bank. Councilman Addiego and Mayor Pro Tern Matsumoto
noted that when they had respectively inquired about the building, they learned it was not ADA
compliant. Assistant City Manager Van Duyn responded that he would consult with Second
Harvest to determine if its potential use could be accon1modated based upon the building's
ADA limitations. Mayor Gonzalez suggested use of the Old Fire Station. City Manager Nagel
advised that staff would consult with Second Harvest and come back to Council with a
recommendation as to which building, if any, the City might be able to make available.
· Emergency Operations Center ("EOC")
Councilman Garbarino introduced the topic and suggested that it be agendized for full
discussion and action during the first or second meeting in January. He opined that the present
EOC in the basement of Orange Library is not adequate.
Mayor Pro Tern Matsumoto asked that staff contact Dr. E. Carson of Silicon Valley Joint
Ventures to determine if a partnership for the EOC project might be appropriate.
Councilman Addiego urged consideration of alternative uses for current City buildings in
connection with development of a new EOC.
. Council of Cities Election
Councilmembers selected candidates the City would vote for in the Council of Cities Election
being held at a meeting of the San Mateo City Selection Comn1ittee at 6:00 p.m. on December
14, 2007 at the Colma Fire Station. Councihnembers discussed and determined as follows:
a. Melnber of the Bay Area Air Quality Management District for a term beginning January 1,
2008 and ending December 31, 2009 Daly City Councilwoman Klatt supported.
b. Member of the Domestic Violence Council for a tenn beginning January 1, 2008 and ending
December 31, 2011 - South San Francisco Councilman Garbarino supported.
c. Two members of the Housing and Community Development Committee for terms
beginning January 1,2008 and ending December 31, 2012 Woodside Councilwoman
Gordon and Colma Councilwoman Fisicaro supported.
d. Three members of the Housing EndoWlnent and Regional Trust Board of Directors for terms
beginning March 1, 2008 and ending February 28, 2011 - Daly City Councilman Torres,
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South San Francisco Mayor Gonzalez and Menlo Park Counciln1an Boyle formally sought
appointlnent. Council sunnised that East Palo Alto Councihnan Woods n1ight seek
reappointlnent. Council decided to support Mayor Gonzalez and authorized him to use his
discretion on the 2 remaining votes based upon attendance records.
e. Member fron1 the Central Judicial District to serve on the SamTrans Board of Directors for
a tenn beginning imlnediately and ending December 31, 2010 - San Mateo Mayor GroOln
supported.
f. Member fron1 the Northern Judicial District to serve on the San Mateo County
Transportation Authority Board of Directors for a term beginning January 1,2008 and
ending December 31, 2009 - All Councilmembers opined that Brisbane Councilwoman
Richardson and Pacifica Councilman Vreeland were extrelnely qualified. Mayor Gonzalez
and Councilmen Garbarino and Mullin expressed support for Brisbane Councilwoman
Richardson due to Brisbane's and South San Francisco's common interests in the water
transportation corridor. Councilmember Addiego and Mayor Pro Tern Matsumoto were
inclined to support Pacifica Councilman Vreeland to incorporate coastal comlnunity
interests and because Pacifica was instrumental in putting South San Francisco on the
SamTrans seat. Because there was disagreen1ent within Council, Counsel Mattas advised
that the City Council Handbook dictated calling a vote. Council proceeded accordingly.
Motion-Mayor Gonzalez/Second-Councilman Garbarino: to support Brisbane
Councilwolnan Richardson for selection to the San Mateo County Transportation Authority
Board of Directors as a representative of the NOlihern Judicial District for a tenn begiIming
January 1,2008 and ending December 31,2009. The motion passed by the following roll
call vote: AYES: Councilmen Addiego, Garbarino and Mullin and Mayor Gonzalez.
NOES: Mayor Pro Tern Matsumoto. ABSTAIN: None. ABSENT: None.
g. Melnber (cities-at-Iarge) to serve on the San Mateo County Transportation Authority Board
of Directors for a term beginning January 1,2008 and ending Decelnber 31,2009 There
was disagreement among Council with Councilmen Mullin and Addiego and Mayor
Gonzalez expressing support for San Mateo Councihnan Lee and Mayor Pro Tern
Matsumoto and Counciln1an Garbarino expressing suppoli for Menlo Park Councilwoman
Fergusson.
Motion- Councihnan Addiego/Second- Councilman Mullin: to suppoli San Mateo
Councihnan Lee for reappointlnent to the San Mateo County Transportation Authority
Board of Directors. The motion passed by the following roll call vote: AYES: Councilmen
Addiego and Mullin, Mayor Pro Tern Matsumoto and Mayor Gonzalez. NOES:
Councihnan Garbarino. ABSTAIN: None. ABSENT: None.
CONSENT CALENDAR
1. Motion to approve the minutes of City Council Special Meeting and Regular Meeting of
November 14,2007, November 28, 2007 and Special City Council Reorganization
Meeting of Decelnber 4, 2007.
2. Motion to confirm expense clailns of December 12, 2007 in the amount of
$1,821,669.20.
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3. Resolution No. 115-2007 authorizing the acceptance of $5,000 in grant funding from the
Edwards Fmnily Fund to support the purchase of books for elelnentary school age
children and mnending the Library's 2007/2008 operating budget.
4. Resolution No. 116-2007 declaring intent to issue tax-exen1pt obligations to be used to
reilnburse the City for expenditures prior to the issuance of such tax-exelnpt obligations,
and authorizing the City Manager to sign lease docun1ents related to lease/purchase of
fire engines.
5. Resolution No. 117-2007 approving ground lease and license by and an10ng the City of
South San Francisco, the San Mateo County Harbor District, and the San Francisco Bay
Water Transit Authority related to the construction and operation of the Oyster Point
F erry Terminal.
6. Resolution No. 118-2007 approving the Purchase of Real Property located at 314 Miller
Avenue in South San Francisco by the Redevelopment Agency of the City of South San
Francisco and adopting findings in connection therewith.
7. Motion to cancel the Regular Meeting of the City Council on December 26, 2007.
8. Proclamations Issued - Richard A. Garbarino Outgoing Mayor, December 4, 2007 and
Karyl M. Matsumoto, Italian American Citizens Club - 2007 Person of the Year,
December 8, 2007.
Prior to the vote, Counsel Mattas noted that with respect to Consent Iteln No.6
pertaining to the purchase of 314 Miller Avenue, a typo in the Purchase and Sale
Agreement identified the "Seller" of the property as Frances M. Penna. The actual
"Sellers" of the property are Edgar and Myda Trinidad. Counsel Mattas advised that the
error would be corrected on the final version.
Motion-Councilman Addiego/Second-Councilman Garbarino: To approve the Consent
Calendar. Unanimously approved by voice vote.
ADMINISTRATIVE BUSINESS
9. Adoption ofa Mitigated Negative Declaration Miller Avenue Parking Structure approve
final design concept plans.
Associate Planner Smalley introduced the Miller Avenue Parking Structure for two-part
approval as to design and adoption of a Mitigated Negative Declaration. He proceeded
to address the highlights of the Staff Report pertaining to the Mitigated Negative
Declaration as follows:
Staff prepared an initial study of environmental impacts and the result was
preparation of a Mitigated Negative Declaration. All potentially affected
impacts were mitigated to a less than significant level with standard mitigation
measures. A notable mitigation measure is the development of a preservation
plan for the 323 Miller Avenue Duplex, including either relocation or reuse of
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the building materials.
The COlnment period for the Mitigated Negative Declaration ended on Decen1ber
5, 2007. No written comlnents were received. On Decelnber 5, 2007 at the
Plmming counter located at City Hall Almex, 315 Maple Avenue, staff received
verbal comlnents from the owners of 321 Miller Avenue, an apartment building
located directly adjacent to the proposed structure. The owners of 321 Miller
Avenue expressed concern over side setback issues and the potential for
vandalisn1. Staff s position is that the inclusion of commercial space on the
ground floor of the parking structure and video n10nitoring on the interior of the
stnlcture should assuage vandalism concerns. With regard to proximity of the
structure to adjacent properties, staff noted that downtown zoning encourages
traditional development patterns, such as lot-line to lot-line, which is found in
most dOW11tOW11S. This project complies with all applicable zoning regulations
and development standards extant on the property. The proposed location of the
property walls of the parking structure are designed to be 1 foot off property
lines net of architectural features.
A preliminary estimated project cost of $11 ,814,000.00 includes provision for a
degree of interior tenant space outfitting and optional features.
Michelle Wendler of Watry Design, Inc. presented Council with a Materials Board
displaying the proposed building supplies. She then proceeded with a visual
presentation to explain the Schematic Design Plan for the Miller Avenue Parking
Structure as follows:
Watry has been working on developing the Schematic Design to comply with
Council's selection of Massing Option "B" and Architectural Style "Traditional."
A site plan depicting the location of the proposed structure between Miller
Avenue and Fourth Lane was displayed. A summation chart for the proposed
structure indicating 254 parking spaces, including 7 accessible parking spaces
was presented. The schematic landscape plan for the Miller Avenue Frontage
proposes to extend the sidewalk out into the 8 foot zone for on-street parking
which would widen the sidewalk in front of the commercial space. Street trees
and accent planting would be installed.
The Level 1 Parking Plan includes areas for comn1ercial space designed to be
flexible. A City Parking Office and restrooms are also included in the plan. The
upper floor plans of the continuously ran1ping stnlcture are all very similar and
ramp up to the 5th Level, which is a partial level wrapping around back to Miller
Avenue and completing circulation at the corner.
The building elevations for all four sides were presented. The design
contemplates a base to the building that is in pedestrian scale so that the cornice
line is in scale with neighboring adjacent buildings. The current plan depicts part
of the structure painted to look like brick. An alternative plan contemplates
using brick for these portions of the structure. The use of brick would add an
additional cost of $300,000.00 to the plan.
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Councihnan Addiego asked Ms. Wendler to clarify the option of using real brick for the
facade.
Ms. Wendler explained that real brick could be added to the south facing elevation along
Fourth Lane and it could also be placed along the east-west facade on the shear walls
from the cornice line down. The one foot setback from the property lines to the base of
the concrete provides enough space to apply brick.
Ms. Wendler then presented scale views depicting the property froln various angles.
Mayor Gonzalez invited public comments at the close of Ms. Wendler's presentation.
Mrs. Nancy Zammuto, Mr. Joseph Caron and Mr. H. Michael Pariani, co-owners of the
apartment building located at 321 Miller Avenue, spoke in opposition to the Mitigated
Negative Declaration and Design Plan for the Miller Avenue Parking Garage.
Mrs. Zammuto stated that the City did not properly notify her of the project. She
objected to the design and use of the space as a parking and commercial structure and to
its proposed 60 foot height. She noted that the proposed stnlcture would block sunlight
to five apartment units in her building at 321 Miller Avenue. Mrs. Zammuto further
opined that the City misuses available parking and noted that during her December 7,
2007 visit to 11 of the 16 public parking lots within the City, she estilnated that 20% of
the spaces were permissible for use by patrons of downtown merchants. Mrs. Zmnmuto
further estimated that the parking structure would add a net of 115 parking spaces. She
opined that coordinating the location of a new parking structure with installation of the
Caltrain station at the current Borba Property on Airport Boulevard might be a more
appropriate solution. She closed by offering her time to the City to assist with a
common sense approach to the redevelopment of downtoW11.
Mr. Joseph Caron expressed concern that the structure would deteriorate the living
environment he and his co-owners have created for the tenants at 321 Miller Avenue.
He opined that building a parking structure will exacerbate the havoc in Fourth Lane
caused by the use permit granted to the Saint Vincent De Paul Society. He suggested
not building the structure to exact property lines, providing off-street parking in the rear
or creating space for vehicles to pass in Fourth Lane as solutions to what he perceived as
design flaws. He further stated that the 60 foot wall proposed within 5 feet of 321 Miller
Avenue would cause tenants to use more electricity and was not consistent with green
living standards. He expressed concern that the structure would foster road-rage
incidents. He stated that alley dwellers may use the structure as a place to gather. Mr.
Caron closed by noting the Council's fiduciary duty to address the concerns before
going forward with the project and added that he looked forward to answers in writing.
Mr. H. Michael Pariani discussed the Mitigated Negative Declaration dated November
15, 2007. He questioned the ability of the proposed parking structure to meet the stated
project objective of enhancing the economic viability of the downtoW11 sector. He
opined that the City's parking problem is caused by misuse of public parking lots. He
stated that the report was hastily put together by cutting and pasting from previous
reports and also failed to address the issue of comlnercial usage noise. Mr. Pariani
expressed his belief that the proposed left turn pocket on Miller Avenue does not fit. He
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fUliher suggested: 1) that the plan for a larger above ground structure resulted from the
abandonment of plans to build parking levels below grade, and 2) that the entrance to the
structure should be on the low side, which would bring the project down frOln 50 plus
feet. He questioned the desirability of adding more con11nercial space to an area with a
high vacancy rate.
Councilman Addiego acknowledged the concerns expressed by the owners of 321 Miller
A venue and stated that he believed the apartment units would remain desirable. He
expressed his belief that the parking garage would assist in the creation of a more
vibrant and energetic downtown area. He requested clarification froln the OW11ers of 321
Miller as to whether sunlight to any of the apartment units would be blocked.
Mrs. Zan1muto responded that sunlight to the five units on the uphill side of the building
would be blocked by the 60 foot wall of the proposed stnlcture. She noted that presently
the units receive sunlight in the afternoon.
Mayor Pro Tern Matsulnoto concurred with the comments of the OW11ers of321 Miller
Avenue. She echoed concen1S regarding setbacks and property lines and invoked the
Giorgi Brothers Building as an example of her concen1S.
Associate Planner Smalley responded that lessons learned from the Giorgi Brothers
Building were the design impetus for the proposed structure's interface with the street.
Thus, the proposed stnlcture steps back significantly from the street and the commercial
space is pushed forward. The Design Review Board also recommended Inoving the curb
out and reclaiming some of the street.
Mayor Pro Tern Matsumoto explained that Caltrain would be in control of parking at the
proposed Caltrain facility at the current Borba Building location on Airport Boulevard.
She then questioned how video monitoring in the garage would be paid for and
requested identification of additional security measures planned for the structure,
including whether access to the garage would be restricted at night. She also asked staff
how the design addresses traffic issues in Fourth Lane.
Assistant City Manager Van Duyn advised that the construction cost estimate included
installation of video surveillance capabilities, but monitoring costs were not included.
He noted that the City's contemplated physical presence and the commercial space in
the building were expected to put more eyes on Fourth Lane, which may deter
malfeasance. The design also anticipates the ability to minimize access to the facility
and react to security issues as needed.
Regarding traffic issues in Fourth Lane, Associate Planner Smalley explained that the
design does not include vehicular access to the garage from Fourth Lane, because the
site distances are not adequate. He noted that the design does not solve the problem of
Saint Vincent De Paul's patrons parking in the Lane, but it does not add to it.
Mayor Pro Tern Matsumoto commented that she liked the design for the garage, but
pointed out that several of its features add to the massiveness of the structure and
commented that she did not care for the appearance of a round object visible atop the
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structure. She stated that some of the plants identified in the landscape plan have a
tendency to grow very large and should be reconsidered.
Councihnan Mullin questioned whether the design contemplated truck deliveries for the
proposed comn1ercial areas and inquired as to loading logistics. He further questioned
whether in1provements to Fourth Lane had been considered as part of the overall project.
(Recess 10:05 P.M. to 10:10 P.M.) (Cassette Tape No.2)
Associate Planner Slnalley responded that the space designated for loading was not fully
progrmnmed. He further noted that improvements to Fourth Lane were not
contemplated in the design, but pedestrian in1provements could be made to Fourth Lane.
Ms. Wendler advised that the back side of the loading dock was designed to permit a
smaller delivery vehicle to back up into the space. The delivery vehicles would COlne
into the loading area off of Fourth Lane.
Councilman Garbarino commented that he liked the design and noted that the parking
structure will improve the dOW11town sector. He echoed Mayor Pro Tern Matsumoto's
concern that the cornices of the building add bulk and suggested that they be redesigned.
Mayor Gonzalez echoed concen1S that the con1ice structure made the building look
larger. He questioned the actual number of floors the design contelnplated. He also
asked for clarification about the distance between the structure and property lines and
whether the addition of bricks was appropriate given the distance between neighboring
buildings. He further requested information about the width of the spaces in the parking
lot and inquired as to notice issues pertaining to the Mitigated Negative Declaration.
Associate Planner Smalley responded as follows: 1) the design complies with general
plan requirements for height lilnits and setbacks and contemplates 4.5 levels; 2) the
concrete for the shear walls is 1 foot from each side net of architectural features; 3) brick
treatment on all of the buildings walls would be expected; and 4) the proposed parking
spaces of 8.5 feet comply with minimuln zoning ordinance requirements.
Councihnan Addiego noted that the structure is necessary for the improvelnent of the
downtown sector. He observed that there is no economy of scale in the surface lot, so a
garage has to be built out of necessity. He explained that the concept of having more
parking available would allow the City to fine tune parking throughout the sector. He
apologized that the owners of 321 Miller did not receive notice.
Mayor Pro Tern Matsumoto questioned who would be parking in the structure.
Assistant City Manager Van Duyn responded that the garage would service three
different customers: 1) metered spaces would serve the retail Grand Avenue patron
base; 2) daily, flat fee parking would serve the business community; and 3) monthly or
yearly permit parking would serve dOW11town employees. He noted that the distribution
of parking spaces amongst public lots may change as a result of the parking structure.
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Pedro Gonzalez,
City of South San Francisco
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~./ City of South San Francisco
Approved:
Being no further business, Mayor Gonzalez adjoluned the meeting in honor of Doris Chives,
Charles White and Claudia Melton at 10:50 p.m.
ADJOURNMENT
Councilman Addiego reported that the City Council Retreat is scheduled for Saturday, January
12, 2008. He requested that the order of items of business at Regular City Council meetings be
agendized as a topic for consideration.
COUNCIL COMMUNITY FORUM
Ms. Wendler explained that it is not possible to incorporate a pull-out lane because the
site is sloping and the parking structure is a continuously ramping building.
Mayor Gonzalez questioned whether it was possible to include space in the design to
facilitate trucks to pass in the alley as suggested by Mr. Caron.
Motion-Coucilman Addiego/Second-Councilman Garbarino: to approve the design of
the parking structure with direction to staff to consider, incorporate and bring Council
the specific design revisions suggested by Council and direct staff to proceed with
construction documents. The motion passed by the following roll call vote: AYES:
Councilmen Addiego, Garbarino and Mullin and Mayor Gonzalez. NOES: Mayor Pro
Tern Matsumoto. ABSTAIN: None. ABSENT: None.
Mayor Gonzalez recognized Mr. Caron. Mr. Caron requested that the design be
cadalievered to accommodate traffic in Fourth Lane.
Counsel Mattas advised that the City used an appropriate outside service to identify
addresses to provide notice regarding the Mitigated Negative Declaration. He
explained, however, that there was an error with this service that prevented notice from
reaching the owners of321 Miller. Accordingly, he advised re-circulating the Mitigated
Negative Declaration for the required public review period of20 days. Council could
then consider adoption of the Mitigated Negative Declaration contemporaneous with
presentation of final design plans.
Mr. Pariani was recognized by Mayor Gonzalez and requested that use of current public
parking spaces be revisited. He estimated that about 20% of the parking stalls on public
lots are for metered use and 3 % are free parking. He also asked Council to consider
whether building a structure with below grade parking spaces could be accolnmodated.