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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes 1971-09-20REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SOUTH SAN FRANCISCO HELD MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 20, 1971 TIME: PLACE: CALL TO ORDER: PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE AND INVOCATION:- ROLL CALL: MINUTES: REGULAR CLAIMS: PARKING DISTRICT NO. I CLAIMS: 12 MILE CREEK ASSESS- MENT DISTRICT CLAIM: PUBLIC HEAR IHG APPEAL FROt4 USE PERMIT UP-191 PUBLIC HEAR I NG REZONING N.E. CORNER OF GRAND AVE. & FOREST VIEW DR. FROM R-I TO R-3: 8:00 p.m. Council Chambers, City Hall. The meeting was called to order by Mayor Borba at 8:02 p.m. The Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag was recited and in the absence of Reverend Donald Wertz; of the Good News Chapel, no Invocation was given. Present: Absent: Councilmen Patrick E. Ahern, Frank J. Bertucelli, William A. Borba, F. Frank Mammini and Warren STeinkamp None Mayor Borba asked if there was a motion approving the Minutes of the regular meeting of September 7, 1971. Councilman STeinkamp moved, seconded by Councilman Mammini and regularly carried, that the Minutes of the regular meeting of September 7, 1971 be approved as submitted. Mayor Borba then asked if there was a motion approving the regular claims as submitted for payment. Councilman Bertucelli moved, seconded by Councilman Ahern and regularly carried, that the regular claims, totaling $225,682.96, be approved for payment. Mayor Borba asked if there was a motion approvin? the claims as submitted for Parking District No. I for payment. Councilman Ahern moved, seconded by Councilman Bertucelli and regularly carried, that the claims as submitted for Parkinq District No. I, totaling $37.83, be approved for payment. 12 Mile Creek Assessment District Claim: County of San Mateo claim dated August 6, 1971 in the amount of $68?.29 for District's portion of total billing in the amount of $84,849.00 - Westborough Boulevard Extension. Councilman ~ammini moved, seconded by Councilman Ahern that the claim as submitted for 12 Mile Creek Assessment District be approved for payment. At the request of Councilman Ahern, the Director of Public Works explained the oarti-- cipation by the Assessment District with the balance to be paid from other funds. Further discussion followed concerning as to when the work would be completed after which the Director of Public Works was requested to contact the County Engineer in this regard. Motion as made and seconded was regularly carried. The next item was the continued Public Hearing - Appeal from Use Permit Order UP-191 of the South San Francisco Planning Commission denying Permit to redevelop, relocate and enlarge an alleged roof-top Billboard in the C-3 District. The communication dated September 16, 1971 was received from Paul F. Kelly, A~torney for the Applicant, withdrawing the appeal. City Attorney Noonan suggested a motion that the letter of withdrawal be accepted and the Use Permit be denied. Councilman Bertucelli so moved, seconded by Councilman Steinkamp and regularly carried. The next item was the Public Hearing on Notice of Hearing - Rezoning 2400 + Square Foot, Sub-parcel Northeasterly Co~ner of Grand Avenue and Forest View Drive from R-I Single- Family Residential District to R-3 Restricted Multiple Family District. Mayor Borba declared the Public Hearing opened, asking if any written protests had been received to which City Clerk Rodondi replied that none had been received. Mayor Borba then asked if anyone present wished to speak on the matter. Mr. Tony Montoya stated that he was not speaking in protest but wished to inform Council of the meeting which had been held with the resident in the area. He commented that only ten people were in attendance, that six favored rezoning with four in opposition; further that the architect had stated he would work with the people in the area. There being nothing further, Mayor Borba declared the Public Hearing closed. RESOLUTION NO. 5667 COMMENDING JOHN SUSA: RESOLUTION NO. 5668 ACCEPTING GRANT OF PUBLIC SERVICE EASEMENT (DRAINAGE) DE CASTRO: RESOLUTO NO. 5669 AUTHORIZING EXECUTION OF AGREEMENT AMENDING RECREAT ION AGREEMENT: RESOLUTION NO. 5670 AWARD OF CONTRACT RENTAL DRAGLI[4E EQUIPMENT 1971 DREDGING COLMA CREEK BARTOH CO~.ISTRUCTION CO. : RESOLUTION NO. 5671 AWARD OF CONTRACT RENTAL DRAGLtNE EQUIPMENT 1971 DREDGING GtDLMA CREEK ARTHUR "BUZZ" IIASKINS: RESOLUTION NO. 5672 AUTHORIZING EXECUTION OF AGREEMENT WI TH STATE (SO. AIRPORT BLVD.) TRAFFIC CONTROL SIGNALS: RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING GRANT OF GRADING-HAULING PERMIT - STANDARD OIL CO. RESOLUTION NO. 5673 AUTHORIZING EXECUTION OF FIRE HYDRANT AGREE- MENT - WESTBOROUGH WATER DISTRICT: City Attorney Noonan explained the first resolution after which Councilman Mammini introduced the resolution entitled: "A RESOLUTION COMe, ENDING JOHN SUSA." 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. Mayor Borba at this time presented a nlaque to Mr. Susa commending him for his work as a member of the Parking Place Commission. The next item was the Inter-Office Memorandum dated September 13, 1971 from the Director of Public Works concerning Grant of Public Service Easement - Lot 13, Block (De Castro et al). After an explanation by Director of Public Works Goss, Councilman Mammini introduced the resolution entitled: "A RESOLUTION ACCEPTING GRANT OF PUBLIC SERVICE EASEMENT (DRAINAGE) DE CASTRO, et al." 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. The Inter-Office Memorandum dated August 31, 1971 from the Parks and REcreation Commission submitting ~roposed amendment to the joint City-School Agreement was the next matter for Council's attention. After an explanation by City Attorney Noonan, Councilman Ahern introduced the resolution entitled: "A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING EXECUTION OF AN AGREEMENT AMEHDIN~ RECREATION AGREEMENT WITH THE CITY OF SOUTH SAN FRANCISCO." Brief discussion followed concerning usage of the facilities since the School District's boundaries covered areas outside the City limits after which 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. The next item was the Inter-Office Memorandum dated September 8, 1971 from the Director of Public Works submitting compilation of bids and recommendation for award of contract for the Rental of Dragline Equipment 1971 Dredging Sand from Colma Creek and Tributaries. Director of Public Works Goss declared the bids received, stating that the Iow bidder was Barton Construction Company, with the bid of $6,720.00, for the rental of the mobile truck crane with 3/4-yard bucket. After an explanation by City Attorney Noonan, Councilman Bertucelli introduced the reso- lution entitled: "A RESOLUTION OF AWAR~ OF CONTRACT RENTAL OF DRAGLINE EQUIPMENT FOR DREDGING SAND & SILT FROM COLMA CREEK & TRIBUTARIES - 1971." 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. Director of Public Works Goss declared the bids received for the award of contract for the rental of dragline Northwest-6 or equal with 2-yard bucket, stating that the Iow bidder was Arthur "Buzz" Haskins, with the bid of $9,680.00. City Attorney Noonan explained the resolution after which Councilman Bertucelli intro- duced the resolution entitled: '~A RESOLUTION OF AWARD OF CONTRACT RENTAL OF DRA~LINE EQUIPMENT FOR DREDGING SAND & SILT FROM COLMA CREEK & TRIBUTARIES - 1971." 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. The next item was the Inter-Office Memorandum dated September 14, 1971 from the Director of Public Works as adressed to the City Manager recommending Council's execution of the Cooperative Agreement with State for installation of Traffic Control Signals at inter- section of South Airport Boulevard and Wondercolor Lane. Brief discussion followed concerning the work to be done, participation in the cost by the County after which Councilman Ahern introduced the resolution entitled: '~A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING EXECUTION OF AN AGREEMENT WITH THE STATE OF CALIRORNIA (SOUTH AIRPORT BOULEVARD)--TRAFFIC CONTROL SIGNALS, SAFETY LIGHTING, RAMP WIDENING AND RESURFACING." '~ Brief discussion then followed concerning the completion of the work after which roll call vote was as follows: Ayes, Councilmen Patrick E. Ahem, Frank J. Bertucelli, William A. Borba, F. Frank Mammini and Warren Steinkamp. Noes, none. Absent, none. The next item was the Inter-Office Memorandum dated September 13, 1971 from the Director of Public Works as addressed to the Chief Building Inspector concerning the Gra~ing Hauling and Building Permits for the new Standard Oil Ser~iceStation Improvement Con- struction at 300 South Airport Boulevard, together with the resolution authorizing grant of Permit. City Attorney Noonan requested the deletion of this item as the work was already pro- vided for in the Building Permit. There being no objections, it was so ordered, The next matter for Council's attention was the Inter-Office Memorandum dated Sentember 7, 1971 from the City Attorne~ as addressed to the City Manager concerning the Fire Hydrant Agreement - City and Westborough Water District. RESOLUTION NO. 5673: (CONTINUED) ORDINANCE NO. 622 RELATING TO EMERGENCY ORGANIZAT ION AND FUNCTIONS: 2nd Reading/Adoption ORDINANCE AMENDING ORD. NO. 353 ZONING ORDINANCE Ist Reading/Introduction CLAIM AS FILED BY HARPER & CONE, ATTYS AT LAW, ON BEHALF OF PHILLIP ALBERT LUZZ I: CLAIM AS FILED BY MARGARET CROUSE: SA-21 FINAL MAP OF BENNETT & KAHNWELER SUBDIVISION: RESOLUTION NO. 5674 APPROVING FINAL MAP & AUTHOR I Z I NG EXECUT I ON OF AGREEMENT: ACCEPTANCE OF COMMON GREENS WEST PARK 3AG: TRANSFER OF FUNDS RE- QUEST SANITARY LAND FILL: Brief discussion followed during which time, the City Manager explained the rate which was to be charged for the use of water, water whi?ch was to be metered if used by the Street Department, and the maintenance of the fire hydrants which was to be taken care of by the Fire Department. Councilman Mammini then introduced the resolution entitled: "A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING AM AGREEME~,~T WITH TIlE WESTBOROUQtl COUNTY WATER DISTRICT (FIRE t~YDRANTS),n 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. Mayor Borba ordered the title of the ordinance read. The title of the ordinance was read. City Attorney Noonan then explained the ordinance and advised the Council regarding pro- cedure 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 Bertucelli moved that the ordinance entitled: ~'AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF SOUTH SAN FRANCISCO RELATING TO EMERGENCY ORGANIZATION AND FUNCTIONS," 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 Patrick E. Ahem,Frank J. Bertucelli, William A. Borba, F. Frank Mammini and Warren STeinkamp. Noes, none. Absent, none. Mayor Borba ordered the title of the ordinance read. The title of the ordinance was read. City Attorney Noonan then explained the ordinance and advised the Council regarding ~roce- dure for introduction. Councilman Ahern moved that reading of the ordinance in its entirety be waived and that the ordinance be introduced and read for the first time by reading title only, seconded by Councilman Steinkamp and passed by a unanimous vote. Councilman Bertucelli moved that the ordinance entitled,"AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF SOUTH SAN FRANCISCO AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 353, AS AMENDED, ENTITLED 'ZONING ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF SOUTH SAN FRANCISCO' AND ESTABLISHING ZONING DISTRICT CLASSIFICATION FOR THE PROPERTY HEREIN DESCRIBED," the entire reading of which has been duly waived, be introduced, seconded by Councilman Steinkamp and nassed by the following roll call vote. 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. The next matter for Council's attention was the claim as filed by Harper & Cone, Attorneys at Law, on behalf of Mr. Phillip Albert Luzzi, for alleged personal damages as a result of a car-bicycle accident on June 24, 1971. Councilman Mammini moved, seconded by Councilman Steinkamp and regularly carried, that the claim be rejected and referred to the City's insurance carrier and to the office of the City Attorney and Notice be given to claimant in accordance with Government Code Section 913915.4 and related sections of the Government Code. The next item was the claim against the City as filed by Miss Margaret Crouse for alleged damages to her vehicle as a result of conrete left in street from road con- struction - Wondercolor Lane. Councilman Steinkamp moved, seconded by Councilman Ahem and regularly carried, that the claim be rejected and referred to the City's insurance carrier and to the office of the City Attorney and Notice be given to claimant in accordance with Government Code Section 913915.4 and related sections of the Government Code. The next matter was the Inter-Office Memorandum dated September 14, 1971 from the Secretary to the Planning Commission, submitting Commission's recommendation of approval of SA-21 final map of Bennett & Kahnweiler Subdivision, subject to conditions. City Attorney Noonan explained the resolution needed in this regard which would provide for the execution of an agreement concerning access to the Haskin's property and a storm drainage line over the Haskin's property. Director of Public Works Goss requested one other condition that the map not be signed until the final Improvement Plans had been received. Councilman Bertucelli then introduced a resolution entitled: "A RESOLUTION APPROVING THE FINAL MAP, 'BENNETT & KAHNWEILER INDUSTRIAL SUBDIVISION,' AND AUTHORIZING EXECUTION OF AN AGREEMENT PROVIDING FOR PUBLIC IMPROVEMENTS AND RELATED MATTERS.~' Roll call vote was as follows: Ayes, Councilmen Patrick E. Ahern, Frank J. Bertucetli, William A. Borba, F. Frank Mammini and~Warren STeinkamp. Noes, none. The next item was the Inter-Office Memorandum dated September I0, 1971 from the Landscape Specialist as addressed to the City Manager recommending acceptance of landscape im- provements and requesting authorization for the Maintenance District to maintain them - Common Greens, West Park 3AG. Councilman Steinkamp moved, seconded by Councilman Mammini and regularly carried, that the recommendation of the Landscape Specialist be approved and accepted. The Inter-Office Memorandum dated September 15, 1971 from the Director of Public Works requesting transfer of funds from the Capital Improvement Budget - Sales Tax fund for Sanitary Land Fill - Marina Trust Deposit Account for payment of City's I/2 share of expenses for Sanitary Land Fill was the next matter for Council's consideration. TRASNFER OF FUNDS RE- QUEST SANITARY LAND FILL: (CONTINUED)5,¢~,"~ ~ ARCHITECT FOR POLICE BUILDING: REPORT CONCERNING MILLER AVENUE EXTENSION: CHANGE ORDER FOR SIGNAL INTERCONNECTION BETWEEN EL CAMINO REAL AND MISSION ROAD - WEST- BOROUGH EXTENSION: BUSINESS LICENSE APPLI- CAT ION REQUEST - TAXI CAB SERV I CE: COMMUN I CAT I ON FROM YOUTH ADV 1SORY COUNC I L: RESOLUTION NO. 5675 RECOGN I Z I NG YOUTH ADV I SORY COUNC t L: Councilman Mammini moved, seconded by Councilman Bertucelli and regularly carried, that the recommendation of the Director of Public Works be approved and accepted. The next item was the Report from the City Manager and Police Chief concerning the recom- mendation for an Architect for the Police Building. There being no objections, Mayor Borba continued the matter at the request of City Manager Dreisbach. The next matter for consideration was the Report from the Director of Public Works concerning the matter of Miller Avenue Extension. Mrs. L. Balbi Merlini stated that she was present to speak on the matter. She remarked that she would present a petition to Council this evening signed by some 650 people from the Sunshine Gardens and requesting the City Council to open up Miller Avenue in order that school children would have better access to neighboring schools. Mrs. Merlini then commented that two property owners, Mrs. Alice Marsili and Mr. Joseph Armanino, were not in attendance and had indicated that they would not pay for the improvement of the street since they would be giving property for this improvements. She requested Council's consideration to this request, stating that the City could consider the use of Gas Tax funds for this improvement, indicating objection to an assessment district. Mrs. Merlini then presented the Petition to the City Council, after which she called on Mr. Tony Montoya, a resident in the area, whom she had contacted. Mr. Tony Montoya, 1125 Miller Avenue, suggested a general meeting be held in this regard. There being no objeCtions, Mayor Borba requested the City Manager to schedule this matter for discussion at the Study ~4eeting to be held Wednesday, September 29, 1971; further, that all interested persons be extended an invitation to attend. The next item was the Inter-Office Memorandum dated September 17, 1971 from the Director of Public Works requesting approval of Change Order Signal Interconnection between El'Camino Real and Mission Road - Westborough Boulevard Extension. After an explanation by the Director of Public Works as to the changes and fund from which the payment was to be made, Councilman Mammini moved, seconded by Councilman Bertucelli and regularly carried, that the recommendation of the Director of Public Works be approved and accepted. The next item was the Report from the City Manager and Police Chief concerning the Business License Application of Mr. Michail Michajlov to engage in the business of taxicab service. City Manager Dreisbach stated that the applicant had withdrawn his application. Councilman Steinkamp moved, seconded by Councilman Mammini and regularly carried, that the withdrawal of the application as requested be accepted. The next matter for Council's attention was the communication from Chairman Steven Teshara, Youth Advisory Council, dated September I0, 1971, requesting placement on City Council's agenda. Mr. Steven Teshara, 500 Lassen Street, stated he was the temporary Chairman of the Youth Advisory Council and requested City Council's sanction to join the government group to offer their views on problems. He gave to each member of the City Council, City Manager and City Attorney a copy of their By-Laws, after which he read them in full. Discussion followed at which time Councilman Mammini stated he had attended two of their meetings, that they were doing a good job and were asking for the adoption of a. resolution to be recognized as a Youth Council. He stated he was pleased to introduce a resolution in this regard. Councilman Ahern remarked that, possibly, the City Manager would like time to study the matter. City Manager Dreisbach stated that he had attended one of their meetings, but would like to hear what they expect of the City Council. Mr. Teshara stated they would like to learn better about the work of the City Council on matters. Further discussion followed between the Members of the City Council and Mr. Teshara concerning the purpose of the organization and its working relationship with the various City departments. Discussion then followed concerning a meeting place and financial, assistance after which it was suggested that Staff review the request and then forward its findings on to the City Attorney for action. Mr. Wesley Slade, 2555 Donnegal Avenue, asked if other such youth groups would have to come through this group to which Steven Teshara stated that no other group would have to come through them, but that they could go to Council directly. The resolution which Councilman Mammini introduced was entitled: "A RESOLUTION RECOGNIZING THE YOUTH ADVISORY COUNCIL." 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. ITEMS FROM STAFF: DISCUSSION CONCERNING DEVELOPMENT OF SAN BRUNO MOLINTA I N: PERMISSION REOUEST FOR STUDY OF TRAFFIC CONDI- TIONS AT HILLSIDE BLVD, AND BELMONT AVENUE: 5080,5103 COMMENTS CONCERNING SUR- PLUS PROPERTY OF COUNTY ALONG WESTBOROUGH BLVD. EXTENSION: 5] '7 ¢ DISCUSSION CONCERNING SO. AIRPORT BLVD. IMPROVEMENT: RESOLUTION NO. 5676 AUTHORI Z I-]N-~- EXECUT ION OF AGREEMENT - SO. AIRPORT BOULEVARD IMPROVEMENT: RELEASE OF BOHD REQUEST - SEWER LINE INSTALLATION B. FONTANA: CORRECTION TO DESCRIPTION ANTOINETTE LANE: RESOLUTION NO. 5677 DETERMINING PUBLIC INTEREST & NECESSITY RE- QUIRE ACOUISITION OF CERTAIN LAND - ANTOINETTE LANE: ADJOUNRMENT: RECALL TO ORDER: REAPPO I NTMENT OF MR. PETER RUGGERI TO PARKING PLACE COMMISSION: There being nothing further, Mayor Borba asked if there were any items from Staff. City Manager Dreisbach reported on the City Council's request concerning the study on San Bruno Mountain which had been referred to him. He commented on the discussion he had had with one consulting firm for a study, the costs involved, recommending a course of action to follow in this regard. Discussion followed at which time Councilman Mammini mentioned it was his intent that Staff make preliminary study in this regard. Councilman Bertucelli stated no proposal had been received from the developer and until such a proposal had been received, there was nothing to report; further, when such re~ort was received, it would be forwarded to the Mayor to report to Council. Mrs. Betty Higqins, 701 Hillside Boulevard, expressed concern on a letter requested by the Local Agency Formation Commission concerning the City's Sphere of Influence, stating she understood that a postponement had been granted. The length of postponement time was then discussed by the City Manager, after which she inquired concerning a trip to the Los Angeles area by the City Staff to view such Crocker developments. Councilman Bertucelli commented on who was in attendance after which City Planner Pass commented on the purpose for the trip. Mr. August Chevalier, 2600 Leix Way, remarked on the cost which would be involved by the City in annexing the area, asking as to whether Council should make such a decision or by the vote of the residents. Further discussion followed in this regard. City Manager Dreisbach then brought to Council's attention a hazardous traffic condition for pedestrians at the intersection of Hillside Boulevard and Belmont Avenue, asking for permission to have a study made on traffic control installations and costs. There being no objections, the City Manager was instructed to proceed in this regard. City Manager Dreisbach then brought up the matter of surplus property along the West- borough Boulevard Extension which was to be disposed of by the County. From a map recently received from the County, he explained to Council the location of the property and the sale price which was to be asked for each parcel. He stated that the City had no need for these parcels and that the residents be allowed to acquire these parcels. City Manager Dreisbach requested a Minute motion that the County be advised that the City had no objections to the disposal of this property. Councilman Mammini so moved, seconded by Councilman Ahern and regularly carried. City Attorney Noonan then brought up the matter of the agreement between the City and the County concerning participation in the improvement of South Airport Boulevard. After an explanation of the terms of the agreement and financial contribution, Councilman Bertucelli introduced the resolution entitled: "A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING EXECUTION OF AN AGREEMENT WITH THE COUNTY OF SAN MATEO FOR THE SOUTH AIRPORT BOULEVARD IMPROVEMENT PROJECT." 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 then brought up the matter of the bond posted by B. Fontana for the installation of a sewer line near the new Kaiser Foundation Hospital construction area, stating that a contract had been awarded to Dale Williams and that a recommendation was made for the release of the bond. Councilman Steinkamp moved, seconded by Councilman Mammini and regularly carried, that the bond be released. City Attorney Noonan then brought up the matter of a description correction with regard to Antoinette Lane, suggesting the adoption of a resolution in this regard. Councilman Bertucelli then introduced the resolution entitled: "A RESOLUTION DETERMINING THAT THE PUBLIC INTEREST AND NECESSITY REOUIRE THE ACQUISITION OF CERTAIN LAND AND DIRECTING THE FILING OF EMINENT DOMAIN PROCEEDINGS AND APPOINTING SPECIAL COUNSEL (ANTOINETTE LANE)." 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. Mayor Borba at this time adjourned the meeting to an Executive Session to consider an appointment to the Parking Place Commission. The meeting was adjounred at 10:32 p.m. The meeting was recalled to order by Mayor Borba at 10:46 p.m. with all Council Members present. Mayor Borba then offered for Council's confirmation the reappointment of Peter Ruggeri to the Parking Place Commission. Councilman Bertucelli moved, seconded by Councilman Ahern and regularly carried, that the Mayor's reappointment be confirmed. DISCUSSION CONCERNING CHESTNUT AVE. WIDENING TO COMMERCIAL AVE.: 5-0 ¢0 GOOD AND WELFARE: COMMENTS CONCERN I NG WAGE NEGOTIATIONS AND OTHER RELATED MATTERS: ADJOURNMENT: Councilman Steinkamp then stated that, with the pending opening of the new Westborough Expressway, he had discussed with the City Manager the widening of Chestnut Avenue to Commercial Avenue and that Chestnut Avenue from Commercial Avenue to Grand Avenue would be wide enough for four lanes, if no parking were allowed. Councilman Bertucelli brought up the matter of inconvenience to people, especially to the wholesale nursery located between Commercial and Grand Avenues. Further discussion followed concerning alternates after which there being no objections, the suggestion of the City Manager for Staff to study the matter and report to Council was approved. There being nothing further, Mayor Borba asked if anyone present had anything they wished to offer under Good and Welfare. Mr. Frank Gillis spoke on the matter of wage negotiations and other related matters for the employees he represented, expressing dissatisfaction on the action taken by Council. He remarked that during last year's negotiations, commitments had been made for this year but with no action. Mayor Borba stated he felt all employees had been treated fairly. Mr. Gillis concluded by stating that, if this was the action of Council, they would take their own action. There being nothing further, Mayor Borba adjourned the meeting to Wednesday, September 29, 1971 at 7:30 p.m. Time of adjournment: 11:01 p.m. APPROVED: MayorTM RESPECTFULLY SUBMITTED, * The discussions contained in these Minutes are excerpts and not verbatim. The proceedings of this meeting are taped and all discussions are contained therein.