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HomeMy WebLinkAboutRDA Minutes 2000-11-21- MINUTES REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY OF THE CITY OF SOUTH SAN FRANCISCO SPECIAL MEETING NOVEMBER 21, 2000 MUNICIPAL SERVICES BUILDING COMMUNITY ROOM 33 ARROYO DRIVE CALL TO ORDER: 7:05 p.m. (Cassette Tape No. 1) ROLL CALL Present: Boardmembers Gonzalez and Mullin, Vice Chair Fernekes and Chair Matsumoto Absent: Boardmember Penna AGENDA REVIEW No changes : CONSENT CALENDAR 1. Motion to approve the minutes of November 8, 2000 regular meeting 2. Motion to confirm expense claims of November 21, 2000 in the amount of $72,245.65 Motion-Fernekes/Second-Gonzalez: To approve the Consent Calendar as presented. Approved by voice vote. Absent: Boardmember Penna. PUBLIC HEARING 3. Bay West Cove (continued from November 8 meeting, public hearing opened) a) Hearing to consider resolution approving an Owner Participation Agreement with Hines LLC, and Precise Plan (PP-00-060) to construct a phased development consisting of three office buildings totaling approximately 620,000 sq. ft., including approximately 20,000 sq. ft. of restaurant/retail area and a four level parking garage, located approximately at 11-99 Oyster Point Boulevard; Owner/Applicant: Hines Oyster Point, LLC 1) A resolution certifying a Supplemental Environmental Impact Report (EIR- 97-027/Mod 1) for the Bay West Cove Project, adopting a statement of overriding considerations for said project and approving a mitigation and monitoring program for said project 2) A resolution approving Precise Plan (PP-00-060) for Hines LLC project 3) A resolution approving an Owner Participation Agreement between Hines, LLC and the South San Francisco Redevelopment Agency b) Public heating to consider Precise Plan (PP-00-063) to construct a multi-tenant complex consisting of six office/R&D buildings totaling approximately 458,000 sq. ft., a 105,500 sq. ft. office building with ancillary retail (5,000 sq. ft.), and a six-level parking garage, located at the northeast corner of Oyster Point Boulevard and Veterans Boulevard and an Owner Participation Agreement between Britannia and the South San Francisco Redevelopment Agency; Owner: Britannia Technology Center, Slough BTC LLC; Applicant: Bill Rogalla, Slough Estates USA 1) A resolution approving Precise Plan (PP-00-063) for Slough BTC LLC project 2) A resolution approving an Owner Participation Agreement between Slough BTC LLC and the South San Francisco Redevelopment Agency Principal Planner Kalkin presented staff report on the SEIR. Redevelopment Project Manager Beyer presented staff report on the OPAs. Project Manager B eyer responded to B oardmember Mullin's concerns regarding the proposed child care site. He explained the in-lieu fees to be paid if the facility is not built, and the deed restriction placed by the Regional Water Quality Control Board. Manager Beyer stated that the child care requirement for the hotel has not yet been determined. City Manager Wilson stated that the applicants are in agreement with staff's recommendation. Public hearing closed. Vice Chair Fernekes' asked when the heating before the Regional Water Quality Control Board is scheduled and Manager Beyer responded that he will forward that information to the Agency when obtained. Boardmember Mullin questioned the wording regarding the applicant securing a hotel for the project and determining if a legitimate effort was made. Manager Beyer and Counsel Mattas explained that criteria in the OPA address this concern and that independent data will provide the Agency with information to make a reasonable judgement regarding the applicant's effort. Assistant Agency Director Van Duyn noted that if a hotel is not built, an office building, a day care center and restaurant are designated for the site and this is all subject to Agency approval. (Recess: 7:35 p.m. - 7:38 p.m.) Mayor Matsumoto announced a joint meeting of the Redevelopment Agency and the City Council. Director Van Duyn responded to Vice Chair Fernekes question regarding the in-lieu fee and the City hiring a consultant to make that recommendation. Public hearing closed for the joint meeting. SPECIAL REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY MEETING NOVEMBER 21, 2000 MINUTES PAGE 2 Boardmember Mullin discussed with traffic consultants Mike Aronson and Wendy Hoyt the number of vehicle trips generated from a hotel compared to an office building. Mr. Aronson stated that the worse case scenario was made to make sure traffic impacts were fully evaluated. Boardmember Mullin further discussed the 35% traffic reduction target, and how it is attained, which Ms. Hoyt felt is achievable. She further clarified that the analysis focuses on peak trips. In response to Boardmember Mullin's question regarding shuttle service from more than one BART station, City Manager Wilson stated that the Peninsula Congestion Relief Alliance will address the need and adjust shuttle service if necessary. Boardmember Gonzalez discussed with staff the possibility of increasing the number of children for the child care facility and Director Van Duyn stated that the applicant has fulfilled his obligation that was previously set by the Agency. Standards for the hotel's child care facility will be based on a fair share participation to be adopted by ordinance. Boardmember Mullin discussed with Mr. A1 Chamorro, Chamorro Design Group, the "curtain wall system of construction" for the Slough development, which was reviewed and approved by the Design Review Board. Chair Matsumoto voiced her concern with the SEIR statement of overriding considerations regarding traffic and air pollution impacts. She discussed with staff the aggressive TDM program, funds exacted for area wide mitigation fee and planned improvements, and restrictive penalties. Boardmember Mullin stated that traffic congestion is being mitigated by R&D businesses now by having employees alter their work hours, and that in time more employees will be telecommuting. Director Van Duyn further stated that a statement of overriding considerations was previously adopted by the Agency for this area when zoned retail, and reminded the Agency/Council that maximum mitigation for this development will be implemented. He briefly highlighted the benefits of the development. Boardmember Gonzalez stated his concerns included the traffic impacts, the need for a helicopter pad in the area for emergency purposes, and the need for a water transit system in the future. He stated his support for the project. In response to Council Mattas' request, Mayor Matsumoto announced the public hearing closed. Motion-Fernekes/Second-Mullin: To approve Resolution No. 23-2000, certifying a Supplemental Environmental Impact Report (EIR-97-027/Mod 1) for the Bay West Cove Project, adopting a statement of overriding considerations for said project and approving a mitigation and monitoring program for said project. Approved by voice vote. Absent: Boardmember Penna. Motion-Mullin/Second-Fernekes: To approve Resolution No. 24-2000, approving Precise Plan for Bay West Cove Planning Area 1 (Hines Development). Approved by voice vote. Absent: BoardmemberPenna. SPECIAL REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY MEETING NOVEMBER 21, 2000 MINUTES PAGE 3 For the record, Counsel Mattas advised the Agency that each of the resolutions contain conditions and findings that are attached and are part of the motion. Motion-Fernekes/Second-Gonzalez: To approve Resolution No. 25-2000, approving an Owner Participation Agreement between Hines, LLC and the South San Francisco Redevelopment Agency. On the question: Counsel Mattas advised the Agency that a revised Exhibit M to the Hines OPA is included in the motion and staff and the applicant have agreed to these changes. Motion continued: Approved by voice vote. Absent: Boardmember Penna. Motion-Femekes/Second-Gonzalez: To approve Resolution No. 26-2000, approving Precise Plan for Bay West Cove Planning Areas 2 & 3 (Slough BTC Development). On the question: Boardmember Mullin questioned if the action being taken include the final version of documents and Counsel Mattas stated it does, and if there are substantive changes they will be brought back to the Agency for approval. Approved by voice vote. Absent: Boardmember Penna. Motion-Fernekes/Second-Gonzalez: To approve Resolution No. 27-2000, approving an Owner Participation Agreement between Slough BTC and the South San Francisco Redevelopment Agency, including revised Exhibit K. Approved by voice vote. Absent: Boardmember Penna. ADMINISTRATIVE BUSINESS 4. Resolution authorizing the Permanent Loan Agreement with BRIDGE Housing for the Chestnut Creek Senior Housing Project in the amount of $2.7 million Staff report presented by Housing and Community Development Manager Fragoso. In response to Boardmember Mullin's question regarding actual architectural drawings of the proposed development, Manager Fragoso stated that preliminary drawings were shown in May, 1999. They further discussed the possibility of incorporating space for interaction between seniors and children in this development and in future developments. Vice Chair Femekes, stated his support for the project, and stated that many seniors are anxiously awaiting this development. Chair Matsumoto announced the groundbreaking on November 28. She further discussed with Manager Fragoso the 18 units that are targeted for low income households, and how that figure is derived. Mr. David Schooley, San Bruno Mountain Watch, stated the project is being built on a Indian shell mound and felt the City should recognize this fact with a monument, trail, etc. The Agency discussed the proposal with staff and staff stated that a marker at the Mission/Chestnut site is being explored. SPECIAL REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY MEETING NOVEMBER 21, 2000 MINUTES PAGE 4 Motion-Fernekes/Second-Gonzalez: To approve Resolution No. 28-2000, authorizing execution of the permanent loan agreement with BRIDGE Housing Corporation in an amount not to exceed $2.7 million to finance the acquisition of the property and those portions of the development and construction costs not paid by the HUD 202 Grant for the Chestnut Creek Senior Housing Project. Approved by voice vote. Absent: Boardmember Penna. ADJOURNMENT Motion-Gonzalez/Second-Femekes: To adjourn the meeting at 8:39 p.m. Approved by voice vote. Absent: BoardmemberPenna. Submitted by: Approved: Sylvi~,l~l. Payne, Clerk / 'Kar'~, atsumoto, Chair City of South San Francisco City of~South San Francisco The entries of this Redevelopment Agency meeting show the action t~en by ~e Bo~d m dispose of an item. Oral co~unicafions, ~guments, ~d co~ents ~e recorded on tape. ~e tape ~d documents related to ~e items ~e on file in ~e Office of ~e City Clerk ~d ~e av~lable for inspection, review ~d coping. SPECIAL REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY MEETING NOVEMBER 21, 2000 MINUTES PAGE 5