HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes 1971-01-18REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL
OF THE CITY OF SOUTH SAN FRANCISCO
HELD MONDAY, JANUARY 18, 1971
TIME:
PLACE:
CALL TO ORDER:
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
AND INVOCATION:
ROLL CALL:
COMMUNICATION CONCERN-
ING FLAG PRESENTATION:
APPROVAL OF MINUTES:
CLAIMS:
PARKING DISTRICT
NO. I CLAIMS:
PUBLIC HEARING
SO. AIRPORT BLVD.
IMPROVEMENT:
PROCLAMATION
WELCOMING TOYOTA
MOTOR SALES, U.S.A. INC.
so. s.z.7
RESOLUTION NO. 5481
AMENDING RULE 11.08 OF
RESO. NO. 3486 - PER-
SONNEL RULES AND
REGULATIONS:
RESOLUTION NO. 5482
APPROVING PLANS & SPECS
AUTHORIZING WORK & CALL
FOR BIDS - SO. AIRPORT
BLVD. IMPROVEMENT:
RESOLUTION NO. 5483
DIRECTTN~"MAKING OF
AMENDED ASSESSMENT SPRUCE
AVE. IMPROVEMENT PROJECT:
8:00 p.m.
Little Theater, El Camino High School.
The meeting was called to order by Mayor Ahern at 8:03 p.m.
The Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag was recited and in the absence of Reverend Kenneth
Glenn, First Southern Baptist Church, no Invocation was given.
Present:
Absent:
Councilmen Patrick E. Ahern, Frank J. Bertucelli, William A. Borba,
F. Frank Mammini and Warren Steinkamp.
None
The first item listed on the agenda was the communication from Mrs. McDonald, Leader
of Girl Scout Cadette Troop 729, concerning presentation of City Flag as designed and
made by Troop 729.
There being no objections, Mayor Ahern requested to continue the presentation of the flag
until later in the meeting.
Mayor Ahern asked if there was a motion approving the Minutes of the regular meeting of
December 21, 1970 and regular meeting of January 4, 1971.
Councilman Bertucelli moved, seconded by Councilman Mammini and regularly carried, that
the Minutes of the regular meeting of December 21, 1970 and regular meeting of January 4,
1971, be approved as submitted.
Mayor Ahern then asked if there was a motion approving the regular claims as submitted
for payment.
Councilman Steinkamp moved, seconded by Councilman Bertucelli and regularly carried, that
the regular claims, totaling $195,932.27, be approved for payment.
Mayor Ahern asked if there was a motion approving the claims as submitted for Parking
District No. I, for payment.
Councilman Mammini moved, seconded by Councilman Borba and regularly carried, that the
claims as submitted for Parking District No. 1, totaling $6.09, be approved for payment.
The next item was the continued Public Hearing - South Airport Boulevard Improvement -
Produce Avenue to Utah Avenue.
Mayor Ahern asked if any more written protests had been received to which City Clerk
Arthur Rodondi replied that there was no new correspondence received by his office.
Mayor Ahern briefly explained to those present the future improvements for South
Airport Boulevard.
Since there were no protests, either written or oral, and there being no objections,
Mayor Ahern declared the Public Hearing closed.
The next item, while not- listed on the evening's agenda, was the Proclamation entitled:
"WELCOMING TOYOTA MOTOR SALES, U.S.A., INC. TO SOUTH SAN FRANCISCO, CALIFORNIA."
Mayor Ahern so proclaimed.
City Attorney Noonan explained the first resolution as one amending rule 11.08 of Reso-
lution No. 3486 which establishes Personnel rules and regulations; and which amendment
would make holiday provisions in the local regulations similar to State and Federal laws.
Councilman Steinkamp introduced the resolution entitled: "A RESOLUTION AMENDING RULE
11.08 OF RESOLUTION NO. 3486 ENTITLED, 'A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
SOUTH SAN FRANCISCO ADOPTING PERSONNEL RULES AND REGULATIONS.'"
Roll call vote was as follows: Ayes, Councilmen Patrick E. Ahern, Frank J. Bertucelli,
William A. Borba, F. Frank Mammini and Warren Steinkamp. Noes, none, Absent, none.
City Attorney Noonan stated that the next resolution approves plans and specifications,
authorizes the work and calls for bids for the South Airport Boulevard Improvement which
was the subject of the Public Hearing after which Councilman Mammini introduced the
resolution entitled: "A RESOLUTION APPROVING PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS, AUTHOR B[NG THE
WORK-AND CALLING BIDS FOR SOUTH AIRPORT BOULEVARD IMPROVEMENTS - PRODUCE AVENUE TO
UTAH AVENUE."
Roll call vote was as follows: Ayes, Councilmen Patrick E. Ahern, Frank J. Bertucelli,
William A. Borba, F. Frank Mammini and Warren Steinkamp. Noes, none. Absent, none.
City Attorney Noonan explained the next resolution causing the preparation of a report
and amended assessment and diagram of parcels designated as Assessment No. 5 in the Spruce
Avenuelmprovement Project, after which Councilman Borba introduced the resolution entitled:
"A RESOLUTION DIRECTING MAKING OF AMENDED ASSESSMENT RE CERTAIN ASSESSMENTS UNDER RESOLU-
TION OF INTENTION NO. 3357 SPRUCE AVENUE IMPROVEMENT PROJECT CITY OF SOUTH SAN FRANCISCO
ASSESSMENT NO. 5."
RESOLUTION NO. 5483 Roll call vote was as follows: Ayes, Councilmen Patrick E. Ahern, Frank J. Bertucelli,
(CONTINUED) 6~L~~ William A. Borba, F. Frank Mammini and Warren Steinkamp. Noes, none. Absent, none.
RESOLUTION NO. 5484 The next resolution which came at the request of the City Manager was explained by
DECLARING THE CITy-rs LAND City Attorney Noonan as one regarding City's acquisition policy to be used in any Open
ACQUISITION POLICY: Space Land Acquisition Program.
Councilman Steinkamp stated that he would be pleased to introduce the resolution which
provides a park in the western portion of the City and which was entitled: "A RESOLU-
TION DECLARING THE CITY'S LAND ACQUISITION POLICY APPLICABLE TO LAND TO BE ACQUIRED
WITH GRANT ASSISTANCE FROM THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA."
Roll call vote was as follows: Ayes, Councilmen Patrick E. Ahern, Frank J. Bertucelli,
William A. Borba, F. Frank Mammini and Warren Steinkamp. Noes, none. Absent, none.
RESOLUTION NO. 5485
AUTHORIZING EXECUTION OF
AN AGREEMENT (RELATING TO
PM-68):
City Attorney Noonan explained the next resolution which authorizes an agreement be-
tween the City and owners of parcels regarding construction and installation of sanitary
sewer line, related to Parcel Map 68, after which Councilman Steinkamp introduced the
resolution entitled: "A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING EXECUTION OF AN AGREEMENT (RELATED TO
PM-68)."
Roll call vote was as follows: Ayes, Councilmen Patrick E. Ahern, Frank J. Bertucelli,
William A. Borba, F. Frank Mammini and Warren Steinkamp. Noes, none. Absent, none.
PRESENTATION OF OFFICIAL
CITY FLAG AS DESIGNED
AND MADE BY GIRL SCOUT
CADETTE TROOP 729:
At this time, Mayor Ahern introduced Mrs. McDonald', Leader of Girl Scout Cadette Troop
729, and the young ladies of her troop.
At the invitation of Mayor Ahern, the Girl Scouts displayed the flag which they had
designed and made. A member of the Girl. Scout Troop thegn.presented to Mayor Ahern on
behalf of the South San Francisco Girl Scout Association, the official flag of the
City of South San Francisco.
Mayor Ahern expressed Council's thanks for the presentation of the flag.
ORD I NANCE AMEND I NG
ORD. NO. 353:
2nd Read i ng/Adopt i on
?
The next item was the second reading and adoption of the Ordinance entitled: "AN
ORDINANCE AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 353, AS AMENDED, AND PARTICULARLY AS AMENDED BY
ORDINANCE NO. 575, PASSED MAY 13, 1968."
City Attorney Noonan requested that the ordinance be continued since the map was being
prepared to illustrate the areas described in the ordinance.
There being no objections, Mayor Ahern ordered continuance of the second reading and
adoption of the ordinance.
ORDINANCE NO. 611
PROHIBITING SALE OF
CERTAIN NON-RETURNABLE OR
DISPOSABLE BEVERAGE CON-
TAINERS:
2nd Reading/Adoption
The next item for Council's consideration was the second reading and adoption of the
Ordinance prohibiting the sale of certain non-returnable or disposable beverage con-
tainers within the City of South San Francisco.
Mayor Ahern asked the City Clerk if any communications had been received in this regard.
City Clerk Arthur Rodondi stated that, in addition to those communications which had
already been sent directly to Council, the City was in receipt of the following communi-
cations:
In favor of the adoption of the-Ordinance: Mrs. J. deGroot, 47 Panorama Street,
San Francisco; Alvin Meier, Jr., 1216 Balboa Avenue, Burlingame; Frank J. Prisco, Jr.,
President of San Bruno Jaycees, San Bruno; Mark Dorian, 2309 Shannon Drive, South
San Francisco; Mrs. James A. Hawker, 50 Crespi Drive, San Francisco; Mr. and Mrs.
R. J. Heath, South San Francisco.
In opposition of the adoption of t~e Ordinance: Mr. Angelo Colombo, South San
Francisco.
He further stated that petitions had been filed with his office requesting the City
Council: "The undersigned registered voter in the City of South San Francisco recog-
nizes the need for efficient disposal of waste material but is desirous of having a
free choice in the types of beverage containers available for purchase in the City.
Therefore, I petition the City Council of South San Francisco to: (I) Undertake a
study of the health, ecological and consumer preference of all containers including
non-returnable. (2) Investigate those methods of recycling ~d reclamation which are
currently taking place in the City. (3) Promote the education of the public in general
and school children in particular in the areas of proper solid waste and litter dis-
posal. (4) Strictly enforce the new State Anti-Litter Law which just went into effect.
(5) And, in general, promote the most effective methods of protecting our environment.,,
These petitions contained approximately 1,602 signatures.
Mayor Ahern at this time announced to those present in the audience the procedure which
would be followed in speaking on the subject matter.
Lengthy discussions then followed during which time the following persons spoke:
Mr. David Fassler, 454 Valencia Drive, spoke as a student and expressed his thanks to
the City Council for their vote of confidence. He commented that such an ordinance
would be a sacrifice for everyone, but urged its adoption after which he read from a
prepared statement concerning the subject.
Mrs. Mary McClure, 1236 Lerida Way, Pacifica, representing Ecology Action of Pacifica,
complimented the Council and urged the adoption of the ordinance.
Mr. Thomas Bocci, Attorney at Law, stated that he was speaking in his own behalf as a
property owner and as a spokesman for certain industry and certain businessmen. He
ORDINANCE NO. 611
(CONTINUED)
remarked that the purposes of the ordinance were good but that Council should look at
the harm of the ordinance as well. He commented on the consequences of such an ordinance
to the merchants if passed, the discrimination involved, suggesting that the Council form
a committee to be composed of representatives from both sides to meet and come up
with a positive program.
Mr. Bob Bowen, 204 Maywood Way, spoke on the prior petitions which had been presented
to Council, presenting at this time other petitions signed by approximately 786 persons.
He further requested that the ordinance be amended to indicate that enforcement would be
during business hours. He urged adoption of the ordinance by the City Council.
Mr. Edgar Stuart, 644 Ash Avenue, spoke in opposition to passage of the ordinance,
that while he appreciated the students' concern, suggested that they look to other
matters such as unemployment. He mentioned the unemployment which could result in the
can industry. He suggested a very careful study before the elimination of pay checks.
Mr. Larry Green, Western Editor of Field and Stream, commended the City Council for their
stand, stating that many other cities were watching this Council's action, urging adoption
of the ordinance.
Mr. Christopher Weld, 390 Alida Way, comn~anted on earlier statements concerning other
litter such as papers, stating that paper would find its way back into the soil and
urged the adoption of the ordinance.
Mr. Steven Basarade, 1525 Los Montes Drive, Plant Manager for M & T Chemic~t~ Corporation,
located in South San Francisco, spoke in opposition to the ordinance, explaining that
his company has the two largest recycling plants in the world, one in New Jersey and the
other one located in South San Francisco. He at this time gave the statistical infor-
mation concerning cans which his company recycled and the number of employees who worked
in his plant. He urged an in,depth study before adoption by the City Council.
Mr. Leon Dillenburg, 1699 Ramblewood Way, Pleasanton, representing the Grocers' Asso-
ciation, stated that even the returnable bottles were not being returned to the stores.
He remarked that the ordinance was discriminatory and would cause shoppers to shop
elsewhere. He at this time explained to those present the many items which were
presently carried in stores and which were products in non-returnable containers. He
further explained the wage contracts under negotiation and the additional cost of
handling the returnable bottles which would be added to the grocery bill. He urged
Council to disapprove the ordinance or continue it for a ninety~ay study.
Mr. Phillip Voorheis, Manager of Environmental Affairs for Owens Illinois Company,
Headquarters of Pacific Region, San Mateo County, remarked that his customers were the
beer and soft drink companies. He commented that the whole ecological movement was
universal and in detail gave the statistics on the materials which created litter.
He at this time presented a picture to Council representing beverage items other than
soft drinks, packaged in non-returnable containers. He then commented on the~opinion
which was given the Mayor and Members of the City Council of the City of Berkeley by
their City Attorney, suggesting that the matter of an an?i.-litter law be enforced.
Mr. Lane Carpenter, Palo Alto Ecology Action, urged City Councoil to adopt the ordinance
in order that our resources might be saved.
Mr. Donald Gamma, 3790 Cork Place, spoke as President~ Citizens for Responsible
Government, stating that he favored the adoption of the ordinance and congratulated the
City Council on passing this ordinance.
Miss Sandy Mathewson, 378 Linden Avenue, urged the adoption of the ordinance, commenting
on the bottles and cans which now litter our beaches and streets.
Mrs. Betty Nicholls, 429 Constitution Way, stated that merchants could provide their
customers with returnable bottles, complimenting the students for their action and
urged adoption of the ordinance.
Mr. John Yantis, 239 Armour Avenue, stated that he favored adoption of the ordinance,
commenting that other non-returnable bottles, such as mayonnaise jars, etc., were not
found littering areas.
Mr. Robert Volosing, 2228 Kenry Way, expressed his thanks to Council for the orderly
manner in which the hearing was being conducted and for providing a larger place in which
to hold the meeting. He commented on other forms of pollution which Cities were suffering,
requesting Council to adopt the ordinance.
Miss Maureen Kirwin, 478 Corrido Way, stated that, in reviewing the comments of the
previous Council meeting, returnable bottles were cheaper in price and urged the adoption
of the ordinance.
Mr. Steven Tashara, 500 Lassen Street, requested adoption of the ordinance, complimenting
the students and those who were involved in this movement.
Mrs. Dorothy Seekamp, 314 Hazelwood Drive, stated that the adoption of this ordinance
would not affect the employment and that the City would obtain national recognition
because of their action.
Mr. Robert Barker, 332 "C" Street, remarked that employment would be affected if the
ordinance were adopted and would make it difficult for them to obtain employment else-
where. He urged the C~ty Council not to adopt the ordinance without further study.
Mr. Edward Rickenbacher, 126 Rosewood Way, suggested that such action not be started
on a small City basis but on a County basis, further suggesting that the County Board
of Supervisors be contacted for the adoption of ~Coun~! ordinance which could then
be 'proposed on a State wide basis.
ORDINANCE NO. 611:
(CONTINUED)
Jean Mellen, 209 Alta Loma Drive, urged adoption of the ordinance, suggesting that
more efficient legislation could be had on a County, State and Federal level.
Brian McSweeney, student, urged the adoption of the ordinance.
Mrs. Gloria Kouloulias, 57 Escanyo Drive, commented that the housewife wants no-deposit
bottles, stating that cities would still suffer litter from returnable bottles as well
as non-returnable.
Mr. James MacCauley, 2930 Dublin Drive, urged adoption of the ordinance, stating that
he did not feel people would shop elsewhere and that it would not create unemployment.
Mr. John Tanti, Brentwood Liquors, commented that he took a sampling of his customers
as to whether or not they preferred returnable or non-returnable bottles and that the
majority favored non-returnables.
Miss Barbara Higgins, 701 Hillside Boulevard, questioned Mr. Tanti as to why the return-
able type of bottle was not more readily available for his customers.
Mrs. Lois Ginsley, Pacifica Ecology Group, commented on the matter of recycling which
was being done on bottles and newspapers, stating that if returnable bottles were used,
it would increase employment.
James Jordon, 431 Valencia Drive, stated that he felt what was being done is very
important, that the people should be heard at City level and that we should cooperate
with one another in this regard.
Brian Richman, 25 Bantry Lane, briefly commented on the matter of the proposed ordinance.
Mrs. Robert Stookey, 5 Jacinto Lane, commended the youth of the community for bringing
this matter to the attention of the City Council. She likewise commented on the pre-
viously held Clean-Up Fix-Up Paint-Up campaigns which the City conducted, remarking that
it was always the youth of the community that worked in this regard and that the only
adults in the program were those who supervised the programs of the youth. She urged
adoption of the ordinance.
Mr. Bill Scalice, 382 Gardenside AVenue, student at the College of San Mateo, stated
that if the ordinance were adopted, a similar ordinance on the non-returnable packaging
which came from drive-in restaurants should likewise be adopted. He urged everyone
to take an interest in the matter of litter.
Mr. Norville Gillespie spoke on the litter which he had observed in the parking lot
this evening ~u§gesting that a study be made this evening prior to the passage of the
ordinance, reciting some of the methods which could be utilized in the disposal of the tra~
John Costalupes, 103 Ravenwood Way, suggested that the people take care of their
own litter.
Mr. Steven Carey, 716 Larch Avenue, asked if federal money were available to assist
in this regard.
Mrs. Helen Murowsk~ stated that she was affiliated with the Pacifi~Ecology Action
program and commented on the recycling which their group had been doing, stating that
products were piling up since no one wanted them.
Councilman Borba then asked as to why Pacifica did not have such a program as was
planned for South San Francisco.
Mr. Robert Jacobs, 332 Day Street, recommended passage of the ordinance, commending
the Council for their positive action, stating that this City CounCil did not have to
wait for other agencies but would lead the way to solution to this environmental problem.
Mary Husen, 340 Commercial Avenue, commented that it was her feeling that recycling
would be of some help and recommended more research be made. She suggested particpation
by the scavengers in this regard.
Mr. George Stagnaro, Vice President of the South San Francisco Chamber of Commerce,
commented on a communication which they had forwarded concerning the proposed ordinance
in which they had recommended that it be held over for further study. He then com-
mented on the matter of recycling and what had been done in providing for ~hese services.
He again requested Council for a further study on the ordinance.
Phillip John, student of South San Francisco High School, remarked on the hard work
which had been done by the students, requesting help from the businessmen, from the
adults, and from the members of the City Council.
Mr. Timothy McGee, 88 Highland Avenue, remarked that he wished cleaner areas.
Mr. Robert Bowen, student of South San Francisco High School, commented on the recycling
plants in South San Francisco, remarking that it would take time to accomplish all
end in this regard.
Discussion then followed between City Attorney Noonan and Mr. Basarade of the M & T
Chemical Corporation concerning the matter of how his plant disposed of tin products
which they received as well as the areas from which they received them. He suggested
to the members of the City Council that they consider a study on the disposal of metal
and glass by having representatives of each manufacturing plant present to discuss
this matter.
Mrs. Virginia Hildebrand, 317 Northwood Drive, recommended adoption of the ordinance
to solve the problem of litter.
Discussion followed at which time the City Attorney commented on the suggestion of a
ORDINANCE NO. 61 I:
(CONTINUED)
MOTION TO PASS THE
ORDINANCE:
RESOLUTION NO, 5486
PROV I DING FOR 90-DAY
STUDY PERIOD - ORD. 611:
Mayor Ahern commented that he was concerned with the affect this ordinance would have
on the local businessmen.
Councilman Borba stated that he voiced objection to this at the last meeting ibut Voted
for its introduction so that it would bring it to a discussion stage.
Councilman Mammini commented that if anything were to be accomplished, we should have
legislation in this regard. He remarked that the answer was in passing the ordinance with
a stipulation for a ninety-day study, entertaining this in the form of a motion.
Councilman Borba stated that the Chamber of Commerce had requested a ninet~day'~s~Udy
period and moved that the matter be continued for ninety day with no passage of the
ordinance at this time.
Councilman Mammini in reply stated that his motion was to pass the ordinance but with a
ninety-day delay before it actually becomes a valid ordinance; in which time, in ninety
days, the City would automatically have the ordinance. The ordinance can be amended
but the City does have ninety days to prove all of the things that could be done, will
be done.
City Attorney Noonan stated that the ordinance, as introduced, carries the effective
date of July I, 1971, and that it already has what Councilman Mammini wanted in it; that
if it were to be changed, would call for another introuction and first reading. He
suggested if Council desired to pass the ordinance, leave it as it is.
Further discussion followed during which time, the proposed change in the ordiance con-
cerning "Business Hours" and the adoption of a resolution to conduct a study was mentioned.
The City Attorney commented that as the Mayor had earlier commented, the ordinance, as
presented, was construed to mean during "Business Hour~' that if the ordinance were passed
tonight, effective July I, 1971, a resolution could be adopted setting up a joint study
committee to gather this information, discuss it, and then if it is shown a better way were
available, the ordinance could be repealed prior to its effective date and that the pur-
pose of the resolution was to setup a joint committee while the ordinance is on the books.
Councilman Mammini modified his motion to provide as such.
Councilman Bertucelli then at this time read the following statement:
"It appears that our move has caused some concern at various levels. If what we have
heard tonight is sincere, then I feel we have accomplished something that can be
more far-reaching than our local action.
Perhaps we can be of wider service, if our City Attoraey wi.II draft a strong
resolution demanding that this matter be actively pursued County, State and
Federal-wide.
We could hold our local ordinance in abeyance until we are certain that action
is taken. If no action is taken, we can carry out the terms of our local
ordinance."
Councilman Steinkamp then commented on the matter of litter which he had observed in
many areas, after which he seconded the motion as made by Councilman Mammini which would
include the proposed resolution.
Discussion then followed between Mr. Robert Hutchinson, Attorney at Law who was present
at the request of the proponents of the ordinance, and the members of the City Council
and City Attorney concerning the matter of the validity of the proposed ordinance and the
possible legal action to determine this validity or if it conflicted with already existing
legislation.
Discussion also followed concerning the proposed resolution which would undertake the stud~
Further discussion followed at which time Councilman Borba entertained a motion for the
introduction of the resolution after which Councilman Mammini stated his motion already
before Council was that the ordinance be passed and also the resolution conce~ng the
ninety-day study period be authorized, to be studied by the people concerned as to
whatever should be done.
City Attorney Noonan then stated that the motion merely means that Council wishes to
proceed with the second reading and adoption of the ordinance and then proceed with the
introduction of the resolution. '
Mayor Ahern ordered the title of the ordinance read. The title of the ordinance was read.
City Attorney Noonan explained the ordinance and advised the Council regarding procedure
for adoption and passage. Councilman Steinkamp moved reading of the ordinance in its
entirety be waived and that the ordinance be passed and adopted by reading title only,
seconded by Councilman Mammini and passed by unanimous vote.
Councilman Mammini moved that the ordinance entitled: "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF SOUTH
SAN FRANCISCO, CALIFORNIA, PROHIBITING THE SALE OF CERTAIN NON-RETURNABLE OR DISPOSABLE
BEVERAGE CONTAINERS WITHIN THE CITY OF SOUTH SAN FRANCISCO," the entire reading of which
has been duly waived, be passed and adopted, seconded by Councilman Steinkamp and passed
by the following roll call vote:
Roll call vote was as follows: Ayes, Councilmen Frank J. Bertucelli, F. Frank Mammini
and Warren Steinkamp. Noes, Councilmen Patrick E. Ahern and William A. Borba. Absent, nov
Councilman Mammini then introduced a resolution entitled: "A RESOLUTION PROVIDING FOR A
NINETY-DAY STUDY PERIOD RELATED TO ORDINANCE NO. 611.~'
RESOLUTION NO. 5486 Roll call vote was as follows: Ayes, Councilmen Patrick E. Ahern, William A. Borba,
(CONTINUED~-//~-~/~ Frank J. Bertucelli, F. Frank Mammini and Warren Steinkamp. Noes, none. Absent, none.
RECESS - 12:22 A.M.: Mayor Ahern at 12:22 a,m~ deClared a recess.
RECALL TO ORDER: Ma~r Ahern recalled the meeting to order at 12:35 a.m.
CITY PLANNER'S REPORT:
The next item was the City Planner's Report to the City Council with respect to Use
Permits and Variances considered on January II, 1971.
There being no objections, Mayor Ahern ordered the Report accepted and placed on file.
P.C. RESO. NO. 2113:
The next item was the Planning Commission Resolution entitled: "RESOLUTION NO. 2113 -
RESOLU,TION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF SOUTH SAN FRANCISCO RECOMMENDING
TO THE CITY COUNCIL THEREOF THAT THE 1.28-ACRE PARCEL OF LAND AT THE NORTH EASTERLY
CORNER OF WESTBOROUGH AND CALLAN BOULEVARDS BE RECLASSIFIED FROM 'NEIGHBORHOOD COM-
MERCIAL' TO 'MEDIUM-HIGH DENSITY RESIDENTIAL,' AND THAT A CERTAIN 1.28-ACRE PARCEL OF
LAND AT THE SOUTHWESTERLY CORNER OF CALLAN BOULEVARD AND KING DRIVE BE RECLASSIFIED FROM
'MEDIUM-HIGH DENSITY RESIDENTIAL" TO 'NEIGHBORHOOD COMMERCIAL' IN THE GENERAL PLAN OF
THE CITY OF SOUTH SAN FRANCISCO: AND, THAT THE 'PLAN DIAGRAM' OF THE GENERAL PLAN BE
AMENDED TO REFLECT THESE PROPOSED RECLASSIFICATIONS."
At the suggestion of City Attorney Noonan and there being no objections, Mayor Ahern
set the Public Hearing for March I, 1971.
CLAIM AS FILED BY ANTONIO
J. GAUDIO IN BEHALF OF
DAVID & ALVIN ARATA:
The next item, while not appearing on the evening's agenda, was the claim as filed
by the law office of Antonio J. Gaudio, in behalf of David and Alvin Arata alleging
damages as a reult of trespassing and injury to real property, Lots 27 and 28, Person and
Swanson Tract and adjacent lands of claimants' bordering Colma Creek.
Councilman Steinkamp moved, seconded by Councilman Mammini and regularly carried, that
the claim be denied and referred to the office of the City Attorney and Notice be given
to claimants in accordance with Government Code Section 913915.4 and related sections
of the Government Code.
MONTHLY REPORTS:
Monthly Reports were received from the follow,lng:
Library - December 1970
Fire Department - December 1970
Police Department - November 1970
There being no objections, Mayor Ahern ordered the Reports accepted and placed on file.
CHANGE ORDER SO. CANAL ST. The next item was the Inter-Office Memorandum dated January 6, 1971 from the Director of
SO. MAPLE AVE.. RELIEF PUMP Public Works as addressed to the City Manager recommending approval of Change Order to
& STORM DRAIN PROJECT: Wenrick and Associates--South Maple Avenue-South Canal Street Relief Pump and Storm
Drain Project.
Councilman Mammini moved, seconded by Councilman Bertucelli and regularly carried, that
the recommendation of the Director of Public Works be approved and accepted.
REQUEST FOR FINANCIAL
FEASIBILITY STUDY -
CAPITAL IMPROVEMENTS:
The communication dated January 5, 1971 from Mr. Donald Gamma, President of Citizens
for Responsible Government, endorsing the South San Francisco Capital Improvement
Committee's recommendation for a financial feasibility study was the next matter for
Council's consideration.
Mayor Ahern at this time made the following statement:
"In addition to the factors to be considered by the financial consultant in
making his analyses, the following should be included:
a. Verification of the scope and cost of each project.
b. Availability of Federal, State or other agency funds for each project.
c. Identity of the projects which should be constructed by other agencies.
The proposals total approximately $20 million which will be almost $40 million
when you include financing cost. Pay as you go has been used well so far and
as illustrations I point out the library, swimming pool, Westborough Boulevard,
El Camino Real improvement, Westborough Park, Westborough Fire Station, and the
pending South Airport Boulevard improvement.
But I am sure the Council is willing to take a look at other financing possi-
bilitie~ andwelcome the opportunity to call for a feasibility study by a finan-
cial consultant which will include, as I stated before, the items referred to."
GOOD AND WELFARE:
Brief discussion followed after which Councilman Mammini moved, seconded by Councilman
Steinkamp and regularly carried, that the City conduct a financial feasibility study
as recommended by the Capital Improvement Committee, including the recommendations as
stated by Mayor Ahern.
There being nothing further, Mayor Ahern asked if any member of the City Council had
anything they wished to offer under Good and Welfare.
Councilman Mammini commented on two important pieces of legislation the Council had
passed on this evening, one of which the ordinance banning non-returnable bottles and
cans, and the other, the study for the Capital Improvement program.
Councilman Bertucelli then remarked that a Capital Improvement program of $20 million
should have the voice of the people concerning their decisions in this regard.
GOOD ^ND WELFARE: In answer to a communication dated January 8, 1971 from the San Francisco Airport
(CONTINUED) Access Project requesting appointment of three members to their committee and there
being no objections, Mayor Ahern appointed the following to this committee: Messrs.
MAYOR'S APPOINTMENT TO Harold Scheutte, Donald Grimes, and Robert Shreveo
S.F. AIRPORT ACCESS PROJECT:
There being nothing further from Council, Mayor Ahern asked if any member of the audience
~/~ had anything they wished to offer under Good and Welfare.
There being none, Councilma~n Mammini moved, seconded by Councilman Steinkamp and regu-
larly carried, that the meeting be adjourned.
ADJOURNMENT:
Time of adjournment: 12:52 a.m,
APPROVED:
RESPECTFULLY SUBMITTED,
-- b4ty Clerk
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The remarks contained in these Minutes are excerpts and not verbatim.