HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes 1964-05-25ADJOURNED REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL
OF THE CITY OF SOUTH SAN FRANCISCO
HELD MONDAY, MAY 25, 1964
TIME:
PLACE:
CALL TO ORDER:
ROLL CALL:
SAN MATE0 COUNTY
TRAFFIC SAFETY
COMMISSION:
APPEARANGE --
COUNCILMAN CORTESI:
PUBLIC HEARING --
WESTBOROUGH
NEIGHBORHOOD 18:
8:00 p.m.
Council Study Room, City Hall
The meeting was called to order by ~ayor Patrick E. Ahem at
8:00 p.m.
Present:
Absent:
Councilmen Patrick E. Ahem, Frank Bertucelli, Andrew
Rocca, and Guido J. Rozzi.
Councilman Emilio Cortesi.
Mayor Ahem at this time called on Mrs. Kopfmann of 285 Alta
Vista Drive, commenting that she hsd a matter that she; wished
to bring to the attention of the Ccuncil this evening,
Mrs. Kopfmann at this time introduced Mr. John Hall, District
Manager, and Mr. Archie Oldsfield, both of whom were from the
San Marco County Traffic Safety Commission.
Councilman Emilio Cortesi appeared present at 8:02 p.m. and re-
mained for the duration of the meeting.
Mr. Hall commented that he was prezent this evening to ask for
financial support in the work of the San Marco County iTraffic
Commission and also to answer any questions there might be con-
ceruiug the work of this organization. He explained the nature
of this Commission's work stating that a portion of its support
comes from local agencies as well &s industry within the area.
He remarked that their request for contribution from South San
Francisco amounted to two cents (2~) per capita. He further re-
marked that in other cities within the County the per lcapita
figure was much higher. He concluded his remarks by Saying he
was hopeful that Council would contribute to this Commission.
Mr. Oldsfield stated that it was t~ir wish to set up,an organ-
ization as soon as possible. He further stated that at this time
the cities of San Marco and Half Moon Bay had already!agreed to
Join. Iu answer to Councilman Rocca's question, Mr. 01dsfield
explained how the organization functioned, as well asthe number
of members on the executive committee, numbering five at this
time, and further explained how the appointments to the Board of
Directors is made.
Mr. Hall explained that strong busuness leaders are usually ap-
pointed to the Board of Directors and that their organization's
program was to reduce accidents through a safety program using
training film and the like.
In answer to Mayor Ahernts question, Mr. 01dsfield stated that at
this time there are only two paid employees; an executive manager
and a secretary. Mayor Ahem then asked as to the percentage in-
dustry would pay toward this program to which Mr. Hall replied
about 50%.
Further discussion followed, after which Mayor Ahem thanked Mr.
Hall and Mr. 0idsfield, commenting that Council wouldltake their
request under consideration and stAdy.
Mayor Ahem at this time declared the Public Hearing opened on
the rezoning of Westborough Neighborhood 18, asking if any writ-
ten protests had been received, to which the City Clerk replied
none had been received by his office. He then asked if there
were any oral protests. None were registered.
City Manager Aiello stated that Mr. Ron Calhoun of the Westbor-
ough Homes was present to answer ~y questions that COuncil might
have. Lengthy discussion followed, at which time the!following
spoke on the matter:
Councilman Bertucelli voiced objection to the 26 footiroadway,
stating it was his understanding that this was also objected to
by the Police Department, Fire Department and the City Engineer.
He suggested the addition of 10 feet from either side of the
green area in order to obtain a B6 foot wide street.
Mr. Calhoun commented that to lessen the green area w!ould make
it uuusuable and explained that from the architect's idrawings
the 26 foot cul-de-sac street was only to service 20 homes.
Councilman Bertucelli remarked on the traffic problem that would
exist by visitors iu the neighborhood. Councilman COrtesi stated
that he felt the street should be uo narrower than 34 feet.
PUBLIC HEARING --
WESTBOROUGH
NEIGHBORHOOD 18:
( CONTINUED )
RESOLUTION NO.
W.:ST PAsK REZON1NG
APPROVAL -
WE S TBOROUG H:
RESOLUTION NO. 5960
AUTHORIZING SIGNATURE
CIVIL DEFENSE:
ORDINANCE --
REZONING WESTBOROUGH
NEIGHBORHOOD 18:
SUMMONS FOR DAMAGES -
MARIE SMITH:
SCAVENGER AGREEMENT:
Mayor Ahem stated that these were not through streets but were
merely to service the residences i~ the area.
Mrs. Anita Robertson, Planning Officer, stated that to increase
the size from 26 feet would encourage parking on the sltreet it-
self. She further remarked that the whole plan of a planned com-
munity was to develop a green area.
In answer to Councilman Rocca's question, Mr. Calhoun !gave the
number of dwellings to be built on each cul-de-sac. He likewise
stated that it was correct that there was to be no parking on the
street with the exception of delivery trucks making delivery of
goods. Mr. Calhoun also explained the adequacy of parking in the
driveways, parking pa~$ and adjacent parking spaces tlo each cul-
de-sac.
Fire Chief Marchi stated he opposed a 26 foot wide street since
he needed more room to properly operate his fire equiP~gent. He
likewise mentioned that it would be difficult for the ~Council to
control other developments on 26 foot wide streets.
Mayor Ahem stated that the developer, in his mind, was trying to
develop something better for the City and that if it Were a mat-
ter of economy on the part of the developer he would then oppose
the width of the street.
Councilman Rozzi remarked that this type of development was some-
thing new for everyone in the City; that the City should gear
itself to this type of thing or forget it, and that there were
such developments iu other parts of the Peninsula with much nar-
rower streets and with no problem as concerned safety lequipmeut.
Further discussion followed concerning the width of the street,
the development of the green area, and the adequacy of additional
parking, after which City Attorney Noonan stated that a resolu-
tion for Council adoption had been prepared and explained the
resolution.
Councilman Rozzi then introduced a resolution entitled: "CITY
COIFNCIL, CITY OF SOUTH SAN FRANCISCO, STATE OF CALIFORNIA -- A
RESOLUTION APPROVING THE RECOMMEND~TIONS AND REPORT OF THE PLAN-
NING COMMISSION REZONING WEST PARK - A PORTION OF wESTBOROUGH
PLANNED COMMUNITY DISTRICT OR P.C. DISTRICT AND ORDERiNG ENDORSE-
MENTS AFFIXED TO SAID REPORT AND RECOMMENDATIONS".
Roll call vote was as follows: Ayes, Councilmen Patrick E. Ahem,
Andrew Rocca, and Guido J. Rozzi. Noes, Councilmen FmankBertu-
celli and Emilio Cortesi, Absent, none.
City Attorney Noonan explained the next resolution which had been
prepared, after which Councilman Bertucelli introduced: "CITY
COUNCIL, CITY OF SOUTH SAN FRANCIS)0, STATE OF CALIFORNIA --
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING SIGNATURE IN FEDERAL CONTRIBUTIONS PROGRAM
FOR CIVIL DEFENSE EQUIPMENT".
Roll call vote was as follows: Ayes, Councilmen Patrick E. Ahem,
Frank Bertucelli, Emilio Cortesi, Andrew Rocca, and GUido J.
Rozzi. Noes, none. Absent, none.
At the request of the City Attorney and there being no objections,
Mayor Aheru continued the matter of the ordinance entitled: "AN
ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF SOUTH SAN FRANCISCO AMENDING THE ZONING
ORDINANCE TO REZONE A CERTAIN PARCEL DESIGNATED NEIGHBORHOOD 18
ON THE MASTER PLAN WHICH IS A PORTION OF THE WESTBOROUGH AREA"
over for one week iu order that tbs City Attorney's office could
prepare it for further Council action.
The matter of Summons and Complaint for Damages against the City
of South San Francisco and others as filed by Marie Smith alleg-
ing injuries as a result of a fall suffered June 21, ~963, was at
this time brought to the atteutio~ of the City Council. City
Attorney Noonau stated that no Council action was necessary but
that this was merely for their information.
Councilman Cortesi stated that Mr. Sherman, an attorney at law,
was to have been present this evening to speak iu behalf of the
South San Francisco Scavenger Company and that he hadi been asked
to convey this message.
City Manager Aiello explained the problem which existed in the
dump area and the action which was to have been take~ by the
Scavengers pursuant to the terms of the Agreement an~ was re-
questing permission to negotiate with a contractor tC have the
work performed.
SCAVENGER AGREEMENT:
( CONTINUED )
GOOD AND WELFARE:
SOUTHWOOD COMMERCIAL
TRACT -- DISCUSSION/
SUNDBERG APARTMENTS:
AD JOURNMENT:
Councilman Rocca moved, seconded by Councilman Bertucelli and
regularly carried, that the City Manager be authorized to nego-
tiate with contractors to perform under the specifications for
the operation of fill and cover for the dump area.
There being nothing further, Mayor Ahem asked if any imember of
the Council had anything they wished to offer under GOod and
Welfare.
Councilman Bertucelli brought to Council's attention the matter
of an apartment building which had been constructed aG Orange
Avenue and A Street by Mr. Sundberg, and which was later sold
to Mrs. Stagnaro. He remarked that the item was still pending
before Council and that the owner could not obtain occupancy be-
cause of certain architectural recommendations from the Planning
Commission which the owner felt was not her obligation.
Discussion followed, after which Councilman Bertucelli moved,
seconded by Councilman Rozzi and regularly carried, that the
City Manager meet with the department heads couceruedland the
Planning Officer iu an attempt to obtain a modified plan and
conclude the matter.
There being nothing further, Mayor Ahem adjourned the meetin~
to the next regular meeting to be held ou June l, 1964, at 8:60
p.m.
Time of adjournment: 11:00 p.m.
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