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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes 1974-02-04REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF TNE CITY OF SOUTH SAN FRANCISCO ~ MONDAY, FEBRUARY 4, 1974 T lq~E: _ PLACE :. CALL TO ORDER: PLEDGE OF ALLE- (~IANCE TO FLAG & INVOCATION: ROLL CALL: MINUTES: REGULAR BILLS: RESO NO. 19A-74 RECOM B/S ADOPT REPORT RE WATER QUALITY ~GIAGE - MENT PROGRAM RESO NO. 20-74 APPROVING PI~, SPECS; AUTN WORK; CALLING BIDS FOR COmmUNICATIONS TRANSMITI'ER BLDG b-lO3 8:00 p.m. Council Chambers, City Hall. Mayor Stelukamp called the meeting to order at 8:02 p.m. The Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag was recited after which the Invocation was given by Reverend Robert F. Clazie of St. Paul's United Methodist Church. Present: Absent: Councilmen Patrick E. Aheru, William A. Borba, F. Frank Mammini, Terry J. Mirri and Warren Steink~mp None Mayor Steinkamp asked if there was a motion approving the Minutes of the special meeting of January 16, 1974; and the adjourned regular meeting of January 21, 1974. Councilman Borba moved, seconded by Councilman Ahern and regularly carried, that the Minutes of the special meeting of January 16, 1974; and the adjourned regular meeting of January 21, 1974 be approved as submitted. Mayor Steinkamp asked if there was a motion approving the regular bills as submitted for February 4, 1974. Councilman Mammini moved, seconded by Councilman Ahern that the bills be approved for payment. Councilman Borba stated that he wished to abstain from voting on the claims of Enterprise Press, A1 Martin, Plaza Furniture, and P.G.& E. for the possible conflict of interest. He further stated that he voted "No" on the claim of V.T.N. On the remaining claims he stated that he voted "Yes". Motion as made and seconded was regularly carried. Mayor Steinkamp requested that the record show the motion passed. City Attorney Noonan explained the resolution recommending adoption of final report for the Water Quality Management Program for San Mateo County. Councilman Ahern introduced the resolution entitled: "A RESOLUTION RECOMMENDING THAT TEE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS OF THE COUNTY OF SAN MATEO ADOPT THE FINAL REPORT FORT HE SAN MATEO WATER QUALITY MANAGEMENT PROGRAM." Roll call vote was as follows: Ayes, Couniclmen Patrick E. Ahern, William A. Borba, F. Frank M-w,,ini, Terry J. Mirri, and Warren Steinkamp. Noes, none. City Attorney explained the next resolution ready for Council action° Discussion followed concerning the facility, after which Councilman Ahem introduced a resolution entitled: "A RESOLUTION APPROVING PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS, AUTHORIZING THE WORKAND CALL FOR BIDS - C0~JNICATIONS TRANSMITTER BUILDING." Roll call vote was as follows: Ayes, Councilman Patrick E. Ahern, William A. Borba, F. Frank Mammini, Terry J. Mirri, and Warren Steinksmp. Noes, none° RESO. NO. 21-7h AWARD OF CONTRACT 90 FOOT AERIAL PLATFORM LADDER TRUCK FOR FIRE DEPT ~ OF CITY OF S.S.F. RESO. NO. 22-7~ AUTN REC0RD. OF CO~PROMISE & SETTLEMENT AGMT BETWEEN CITY OF S.S.F. & DAVID ARATA, ET AL 5o/3- RESO. NO. 23-7~ AUTHORIZING ACCEPTANCE OF DEED FROM ALVIN AND DAVID ARATA 5'0/5 RESO. NO. 24-74 AUTHORIZING ACQUISITION PARCEL OF LAND FROM ALVIN & ADVID ARATA RESO. NO. 25-74 REGA~ ING PORC~E OF PROPEEPl/ FOR PO~LIC SAFE~/ SITE RESO. NO. 26-74 REGARDING PURCHASE OF PROPER~ FOR PUBLIC SAFETY ff-/O RESO. NO. 27-7~ REGAl{DING PURCHASE OF PROPERTY FOR PUBLIC SAFETY City Attorney Noonan stated that after declaration of bids the ~esolution was ready for introduction and adoption. Assistant to the City Manager, Mike Wilson, declared the only bid received, followed by discussion, at which time the Fire Chief described iu detail the equipment and its use. The Fire Chief, in answer to a question from Bob Anderson of 3937 Fairfax Avenue, explained the benefits of such a piece of equipment. Councilman Ahern then introduced a resolution entitled: "A RESOLUTION OF AWARD OF CONTRACT 90 FOOT AERIAL PLATFORM LADDER TRUCK FOR TEE FIRE DEPARTMENT OF THE CITY OF SOUTH SAN FRANCISCO, CALIFORNIA." Roll call vote was as follows: Councilman Borba abstained from voting stating that he felt that the bid should be rejected and a recall for bids made. Ayes, Councilmen Patrick E. Ahern, F. Frank Mammini, Terry J. Mirri, and Warren Steinkamp. After an explanation by the City Attorney, Councilman Ahern introduced a resolution entitled: "RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING RECORDATION OF A COMPROMISE AND SETTL~ AGREEMENT BETWEEN TEE CITY OF SOUTH SAN FRANCI~O AND DAVID ARATA, ET AL (COLMA cREEK RIGHT-OF-WAY AND RELATED Roll call vote was as follows: Ayes, Councilmen, Patrick E. Ahern, William A. Borba, F. Frank Mammini, Terry J. Mirri, and Warren Steinkamp. Noes, none. After an explanation by City Attorney Noonan, Councilman Ahern intro- duced the resolution entitled: "A RESOLUTION A~ORIZING ACCEPTANCE OF A DEED FROM ALVINANDDAVID ARATA." Roll call vote was as follows: Ayes, Councilmen Patrick E. Ahern, William A. Borba, F. Frank Ma m mini, Terry J. Mirri, and Warren Steinkamp. Noes, none. The next resolution was explained by City Attorney Noonan after which Councilman Ahem introduced the resolution entitled: "A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING ACQUISITION OF A PARCEL OF LAND FROM ALVIN AND DAVID ARATA." Roll call vote was as follows: Ayes, Councilmen Patrick E. Ahern, William A. Borba, F. Frank Ma m mini, Terry J. Mirri, and Warren Steinkamp. Noes, none. City Attorney Noonan stated that the next three resolutions were related. Discussion followed concerning the acquisition of the parcels, after which Councilman Ahern introduced a resolution entitled: "A RESOLUTION REGARDING PURCNASE OF PROPERTY FOR PUBLIC SAFETY SITE." Roll call vote was as follows: Councilman Borba abstained from voting stating that this was not the concept of the study meeting. Ayes, Councilmen Patrick E. Ahern, F. Frank Mammini, Terry J. Mirri, and Warren Steinkamp. After an explanation by City Attoruey Noonan, Councilman Ma m mini introduced a resolution entitled: "A RESOLUTION REGARDING PURCHASE OF PROPERTY FOR PUBLIC SAFETY SITE." Roll call vote was as follows: Ayes, Councilmen Patrick E. Ahern, F. Frank Ma m mini, Terry J. Mirri, and Warren Stelukamp. Abstain, Councilman William A. Borba. Noes, none. The next resolution was explained by City Attorney Noonan after which Councilman Manmini introduced a resolution entitled: "A RESOLUTION REGARDING PURC~E OF PROPERTY FOR PUBLIC SAFETY SITE." Roll call vote was as follows: Ayes, Councilmen Patrick E. Ahern, F. Frank Mammini, Terry J. Mirri, and Warren Steinkamp. Abstain, Councilman William A. Borba. Noes, none. -2- RESO. NO. 28-7~ APPROVING AMEND NO. 1 TO MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING FOR FY 1973-75 WITH UNIT NO. 1 P-ooo RESO. IN SUPPORT OF AMEND TO AB 2119 RECESS: INTRODUCTION OF NEW CITY ENGINEER CLAIM OF RUDOLF (~UEZADA BY CHARLES D. PEELER DISCUSSION RE CITT-PAID HEALT~t PLAN DISCUSSION RE SPACE FOR PARK AND RECREATION DEP~ 5 o City Attorney Noonan and City Manager Alario explained the memorandum of understanding after which Councilman Ahern introduced a resolution entitled: "A RESOLUTION APPROVING AMENDMENT NO. 1 TO MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING FORFY 1973-75 WITH UNIT NO. 1." Roll call vote was as follows: Ayes, Councilmen Patrick E. Ahern, William A. Borba, F. Frank Mammini, Terry J. Mirri, and Warren Steinkamp. Noes, none. City Attorney Noonan requested permission to add a resolution in support of an amendment to AB 2119. Brief discussion followed after which Counci~m~nMammini introduced a resolution entitled: "A RESOLUTION IN SUPPORT OF AN AMENDMENT TO AB 2119." Further discussion followed and the need for more information relative to the legislation in question, after which roll call vote was as follows: Councilman Borba requested the matter be tabled. Councilman Mirri abstained from voting, stating that there was a need to discuss the matter further and did not wish to vote at this time. Councilman Aheru abstained from voting. Ayes, Councilmen Mammini and Steinkamp. Mayor Steinkamp recessed the meeting at 9:16 p.m. for the retaping of the TV cameras. The meeting was recalled to order by Mayor Steinkamp at 9:28 p.m. with all Council members present. Mayor Steinkamp at this time introduced the city's new City Engineer, Bob Yee. Mr. Rudolf Quezada at this time asked as to what progress was being made on a claim he had filed with the City some time ago, stating that to date he had not as yet heard from the City's insurance carrier. Discussion followed after which City Attorney Noonan stated that he would pursue the matter the following day. The next item was the claim against the City as filed by Charles D. Peeler for alleged damages as a result of sewer overflow. Councilman Mammini 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 cla~w~nt in accordance with Government Code Sections 913, 915.~ and other related sections of the Government Code. The next item for Council's attention was a letter dated January 15, 197~fromMr. Ron Sullivan regarding City-paid Health Plan (Job Incurred Disability) together with an Inter-Office Memo. Lengthy discussion followed, at which time Mr. Ron Sullivan discussed the proposal, after which the Assistant to the City Manager read the proposal in full. Discussed was the present City's Health Plan, the cost involved in providing this service to retired members, as well as a continuance of the matter for further discussion. After discussion Counci!-~n Borba moved that some action be taken tonight. Councilman Mirri seconded the motion, and roll call vote was as follows: Ayes, Councilmen William A. Borba and Terry J. Mirri. Noes, Councilmen F. Frank Mazamini and Warren Steinkamp. Councilman Patrick Eo Ahem abstained from voting, stating that there was not sufficient information. The next item concerned rental of space for Park and Recreation Department. The City Manager Alario explained the sites which~were available for use by the Senior Citizens, a~well as the Park and Recreation Department. Discussion followed concerning the cost of 142 DISCUSSION RE SPACE FOR PARK AND RECREATION DEPAR~dENT ( C O~Tmm~ ) 5-'00~ RECESS: such rentals, after whichMayor Steinkamp suggested that the City Manager be authorized to find housing for the Park and Recreation Commission. Councilman Ahern so moved, seconded by Councilman Mammini and regularly carried. Mayor Steinkamp declared a recess at 10:19 p,m. in order that the TV cameras could be retaped. RECALL TO ORDER: The meeting was called to order at 10:26 p.m. by Mayor Steinkamp with all Councilmembers present. DISCUSSION RE SPACE FOR SENIOR CITIZENS Further discussion followed concerning a site for the Senior Citizens as well as the matter of adequate parking in the proposed areas. After which, and being no objections, Mayor Steinkamp stated that the meeting this evening be adjourned to February 8 at 5:00 p.m. to further discuss this matter. DISCUSSION RE PARAMEDIC S~TIDy The next item from the staff concerned the matter of the Paramedic Study. The City Manager briefly explained the discussion held at the study meeting, after which discussion followed. Fire Chief Toellner explained to the members of the City Council the Federal or County funding which was available for such a program and the need for direction to take the matter up with the County in the morning. Ne explained, as well, the work to be done in the program and what was involved. Further discussion followed. RECESS: Mayor Steinkamp declared a recess at 11:25 p.m. for the retapiug of the TV cameras. RECALL TO ORDER:. The meeting was recalled to order at 11:35 p.m. by Mayor Steinkamp with all Council members present. DISCUSSION RE PARAMEDIC S~%~DY (co~mmo) After discussion Councilman Mirri moved that the City of South San Francisco adopt the Paramedic recommendations in terms of the survey presented. Councilman Ahern seconded the motion which was regularly carried. Councilman Borba voted "No", stating that he liked the program and the concept but felt that it should be on a County basis. EXEC PERSONNEL SESSION-APPT. TO PLANNING C0~9~ 57 5'3 COUNCIL: Mayor Steinkamp stated that Council would recess to the Executive Personnel Session on this matter at the conclusion of tonight's agenda items. In answer to Councilman Borba's inquiry the Mayor explained why Councilman Borba was not present at the study meeting when the Paramedic program was being discussed, in that he was attending another meeting at the time. b-/ dS There being no further Items from Council, Mayor Steinkamp asked if anyone present had anything they wished to offer under Good and Welfare. Robert Anderson registered objection to the manner in which he was treated when speaking to Council. %~RUC K TRAFFIC 5/o3 In answer to Mrs. Irene Mann, the City Manager stated that the matter of truck traffic in Mayfair Village to be given priority and thatMr. Addiegowould report within the next week. CIT~ PROGRAMS Mr. Donald Grimes registered objection to the manner in which City programs are implemented by the City Council as they affect the residents. CITY-CITIZENS COMMIT/'EE In answer toMr~ K. Bragante, the City Manager stated that the Park and Recreation C~mmission would set up a committee for this purpose and would bring to the Council's attention when a recommendation was made. OROWEAT USE PERMIT Councilman Ma m mini, at this time, stated that an inquiry had been received from Mr. Donald Grimes concerning the matter of the -u. 21ul? 0ROMEAT USE PERMIT ( CO~I~ ) REFIEW OF CITY 5153 OF BAYSNORE BOWLING ALLEY J-oO RECESS: EXEC PERSONneL SESSION RECALL TO ORDER:__ AD JOUR~: Oroweat Use Permit and requesting the Assistant to the City Manager, Mike Wilson, to make a report. Mr. Wilson then read a report concerning the matter of the use permit and a letter which had been sent by Councilman Borba, who at that time was Mayor, rescinding a prior resolution. Discussion followed, after which in answer to the inquiry of Council, the City Attorney stated that no one Council member could rescind a resolution, as such a rescinding required the action of the Council. Mayor Steinkamp then requested that the City Manager meet with the Planning C~ission, City Planner, and Oroweat Representatives to review and report to the City Council concerning this meeting. Betty Niggins co~aented that it was well that the City Council reviewed matters as well as City staff. Councilman Borba remarked at this time that he understood that V.T.N. Company was moving from the Bayshore Bowling Alley, which was now occupied and that the City was considering use of their quarters by obtaining the remaining lease which was unused. Mayor Steinkam~ at this time recessed the meeting to an Executive Personnel Session at 12:20 a.m. The meeting was recalled to order by Mayor Steinkamp at 12:39 p.m. with all Council members present. Mayor Steinkamp reported that during the Executive Personnel Session discussions took place with no action taken.~ There being no objections, the meeting was adjourned by Mayor Steinksmp to Friday, February 8, 1974 at 5:00 p.m. Time of adjournment: 12:40 p.m. RESPECTFULLY APPROVED: Mayor * The entries of this Council meeting show the action taken by the City Council to dispose of the item. Oral presentations, arguments and comments are recorded on tape. The tape is on file in the office of the City Clerk and available for inspection, review and copying. Documents related to the items are on file in the office of the City Clerk and available for public review, inspection and copying. 2/4/'74