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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes 1977-07-06236 REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SOUTH SAN FRANCISCO HELD JULY 6, 1977 TIME: PLACE: CALL TO ORDER: PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO FLAG: ROLL CALL: AGENDA REVIEW APPROVAL OF BILLS JULY 6, 1977 APPROVAL OF MINUTES JUNE 1, 1977 JUNE 6, 1977 JUNE 9, 1977 7:30 PM. West Orange Avenue Library Auditorium. The meeting was called to order by Mayor Damonte at 7:31 PM. The Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag was recited. Present: Councilmen Richard A. Battaglia, William A. Borba, Emanuele N. Damonte and Terry J. Mirri. Absent: Councilman Leo Padreddii. The Assistant to the City Manager requested Council's permission to add the following items to this evening's agenda: An Ordinance Amending Ordinance No. 396, As Amended, Entitled "An Ordinance Establishing Sewer Service Charges and Procedures Related Thereto" from the Department of Administrative Services. Pending the arrival of the City Manager from the meeting of the San Mateo County Harbor District and time permitting, discussion on fire fees which is only for information purposes at this time and with no action to be taken. Council gave permission for the additional items. Mayor Damonte asked if there was a motion approving the Regular Bills of July 6, 1977. Councilman Borba moved, seconded by Councilman Battaglia and regularly carried that the Regular Bills of July 6, 1977 be approved as submitted for payment. Mayor Damonte asked if there was a motion approving the Minutes of the Regular Meeting of June 1, 1977; the Adjourned Regular Meeting of June 6, 1977; and the Adjourned Regular Meeting of June 9, 1977. APPROVAL OF MINUTES JUNE 1, 1977 JUNE 6, 1977 JUNE 9, 1977 (CONT' D. ) ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES CALL FOR BIDS- THREE WHEEL PARKING ENFORCEMENT VEHICLE ORD. NO. 739-77 AMENDING ORD. NO. 396 RE SEWER SERVICE CHARGES 1st Reading/Adoption CITY CLERK CLAIM OF MR. AND MRS. EARL CHATTERTON Councilman Battaglia moved, seconded by Councilman Mirri and regularly carried that the Minutes of the Regular Meeting of June 1, 1977; the Adjourned Regular Meeting of June 6, 1977; and the Adjourned Regular Meeting of June 9, 1977 be approved as submitted. Staff Report, dated July 6, 1977, recommending that: 1) Council, by motion, authorize the Purchasing Officer to call for bids for one (1) Three Wheel Parking Enforcement Vehicle; and 2) The 10% bid bond requirement be waived because most dealers selling this type of vehicle operate on a marginal cost basis. The Director of Finance briefly explained the replace- ment of the vehicle, after which Councilman Battaglia moved, seconded by Councilman Mirri and regularly carried that the recommendation of the Director of Finance be approved and accepted. City Attorney Noonan described the ordinance and advised the Council that as an urgency ordinance, it was subject to passage immediately upon introduction. Mayor Damonte ordered the title of the ordinance and the Statement of Facts constituting the urgency read. The title of the ordinance and the Statement of Facts constituting the urgency were read. Councilman moved that the reading of the ordinance in its entirety be waived, seconded by Councilman Mirri and passed by unanimous vote. Councilman Battaglia moved that the ordinance entitled, AN ORDINANCE AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 396, AS AMENDED, ENTITLED "AN ORDINANCE ESTABLISHING SEWER SERVICE CHARGES AND PROCEDURES RELATED THERETO," be introduced and passed as an urgency ordinance, the reading in its entirety having been duly waived, said ordinance to be effective immediately as an urgency ordinance as authorized by the Government Code, seconded by Councilman Mirri and passed by the following roll call vote. Roll call vote was as follows: Ayes, Councilmen Richard A. Battaglia, William A. Borba, Emanuele N. Damonte and Terry J. Mirri. Noes, none. Absent, Councilman Leo Padreddii. Staff Report, dated July 6, 1977, recommending that Council deny and refer the following claims to the City's insurance carrier and to the office of the City Attorney: 7/6/77 Page 2 CITY CLERK CLAIM OF MR. AND MRS. EARL CHATTERTON (CONT'D.) CI~IM OF MARGARET PURCELL CITY MANAGER RESO. AUTH AGMT WITH COUNTY RE HUD SECTION 312 REHABILITATION LOANS FOR NONRESIDENTIAL AND MIXED USES Claim filed by Mr. and Mrs. Earl Chatterton, South San Francisco, alleging property damages sustained as a result of the actions of the South San Francisco Fire Department. Councilman Borba moved, seconded by Councilman Battaglia 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 913, 915.4 and other related sections of the Government Code. At the request of Councilman Borba, the City Attorney explained the reasons for the course of action that the City Council took in the denial of claims presented to them. Claim filed by Margaret G. Purcell, South San Francisco, alleging personal property losses sustained as a result of the actions of the South San Francisco Police Department. Councilman Borba moved, seconded by Councilman Mirri 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 913, 915.4 and other related sections of the Government Code. Staff Report, dated July 6, 1977, recommending that Council authorize staff to: 1) Proceed with developing an agreement with San Mateo County that permits the City to administer HUD Section 312 Rehabilitation Loans for nonresidential and mixed uses; 2) Advise the downto~ property owners and merchants of the availability of Section 312 loans and encourage eligible applicants located between Spruce, Airport, Railroad and Randolph Avenues to apply for these loans; and 3) Offer City staff assistance to help them obtain these loans. A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING STAFF TO DEVELOP AN AGREEMENT WITH SAN MATEO COUNTY THAT PERMITS THE CITY TO ADMINISTER HUD SECTION 312 REHABILITATION LOANS FOR MIXED USE AND NONRESIDENTIAL USES AND TO BEGIN TO ADVISE THE DOWNTOWN PROPERTY OWNERS AND MERCHANTS OF THE AVAILABILITY OF SAID LOANS AND TO OFFER STAFF ASSISTANCE TOANY WHO WISH TO APPLY. 7/6/77 Page 3 CITY MANAGER RESO. AUTH AGMT WITH COUNTY RE HUD SECTION 312 REHABILITATION LOANS FOR NONRESIDENTIAL AND MIXED USES ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT ASSISTANCE FUNDS APPLICATION RECESS: The City Planner explained the availability of HUD loans, reciting how the City was involved with the County at the present time and recommending that Council adopt the resolution to permit this program to be implemented. Discussion followed during which time, in answer to Councilman Borba's inquiry, the City Planner explained the staff's time which would be involved in this program. Councilman Borba suggested that the program be approached cautiously and that it be given more study prior to any Council action. Mayor Damonte suggested that the matter be studied and that Council be given information on the staff's time in such a project. The City Attorney commented that he was not opposed to such a project and explained in detail the work which would be required of his office. Councilman Borba again suggested a continuance. Councilman Mirri suggested the matter be held and implemented with the other rehabilitation program for the downtown area. Councilman Battaglia suggested a survey be made of the downtown area. The City Planner replied that this was being done at this time. There being no objections, Mayor Damonte continued the matter for further study. Staff Report, dated July 6, 1977, regarding the application for funds from the U. S. Department of Commerce for Economic Development Assistance. The City Planner commented that the item was for information only and explained the purpose for which the funds would be used. Discussion followed concerning the recent news article on the developments in the Industrial area, after which Councilman Borba moved, seconded by Councilman Mirri that the matter be tabled. Motion as made and seconded was regularly carried. Councilman Battaglia voted no. Mayor Damonte declared a recess at 8:30 PM. 7/6/77 Page 4 RECALL TO ORDER: The meeting was recalled to order at 8:40 PM with all Council present. Absent, Councilman Padreddii. PARKS AND RECREATION AMEND FEE SCHEDULE FOR GENERAL SWIM AT ORANGE PARK SWIMMING POOL Staff Report, dated July 6, 1977, recommending that Council amend the Operations Manual to adopt the proposed fee schedule for general swim. The Acting Director of Parks and Recreation explained the report and the need for the increase, commenting on the rates and script cards to be issued. In answer to the inquiry of Councilman Battaglia, the Acting Director of Parks and Recreation explained how the rate increase would help in controlling the use of pool facilities by nonresidents. After some discussion and further explanation by the Swimming Pool Manager, Councilman Battaglia moved, seconded by Councilman Mirri and regularly carried that the recommendation of the Acting Director of Parks and Recreation be approved and accepted. PUBLIC SERVICES Staff Report, dated July 6, 1977, recommending that RESO. NO. 101-77 Council adopt a resolution awarding the 1977-78 Weed AWARD OF CONTRACT FOR Abatement Program to Chemical Weed & Pest Control of 1977-78 WEED ABATEMENT Redwood City, who submitted the lowest responsible bid PROGRAM in the amount of $3,106.00. Councilman Battaglia introduced a resolution entitled: A RESOLUTION OF AWARD OF CONTRACT FOR 1977-78 WEED ABATEMENT PROGRAM, PROJECT ST-77-3. Roll call vote was as follows: Ayes, Councilmen Richard A. Battaglia, William A. Borba, Emanuele N. Damonte and Terry J. Mirri. Noes, none. Absent, Councilman Leo Padreddii. RESO. NO. 102-77 APPROVE PARCEL MAP, ACCEPT DEDICATION AND AUTH EXEC OF AGMT FOR PUBLIC IMPROVEMENTS (HASKINS PARCEL) Staff Report, dated July 6, 1977, recommending that Council adopt a resolution approving: 1) Final Parcel Map No. 77-147 of Arthur Haskins, Jr.; 2) Acceptance of the Haskins Way street dedication; and 3) Authorization of acts related thereto. Councilman Borba introduced a resolution entitled: A RESOLUTION APPROVING PARCEL MAP, ACCEPTING DEDICATION AND AUTHORIZING EXECUTION OF ANAGREEMENT FOR PUBLIC IMPROVEMENTS (HASKINS PARCEL). The Director of Public Services commented on the matter of soils tests and covenants on the land. The City Attorney replied that both items had been resolved and Council could proceed on the matter. 7/6/77 Page 5 PUBLIC SERVICES RESO. NO. 102-77 APPROVE PARCEL MAP, ACCEPT DEDICATION AND AUTH EXEC OF AGMT FOR PUBLIC IMPROVEMENTS (HASKINS PARCEL) (CONT' D. ) ABATEMENT PROGRAM AS COMPLETE Roll call vote was as follows: Ayes, Councilmen Richard A. Battaglia, William A. Borba, Emanuele N. Damonte and Terry J. Mirri. Noes, none. Absent, Councilman Leo Padreddii. Staff Report, dated July 6, 1977, recommending that Council accept the 1976-77 Weed Abatement Program as complete in accordance with the approved plans and specifications. Councilman Battaglia moved, seconded by Councilman Borba and regularly carried that the recommendation of the Director of Public Services be approved and accepted. COMMUNICATIONS Letter, dated June 7, 1977 from the Rotary Plaza REQUEST FOR ASSISTANCE Foundation, requesting assistance in building 50 IN BUILDING residential units to be occupied by adult develop- mentally handicapped persons. RESIDENTIAL UNITS TO BE OCCUPIED BY ADULT DEVELOPMENTALLY HANDICAPPED PERSONS The City Manager stated that if Council wished to consider the matter, they should be informed that it also concerned the Housing Authority. He suggested that a study session be scheduled to be attended by the Rotary Plaza Foundation representatives, the City Council and the Housing Authority prior to any action being taken. Councilman Borba commented that the Housing Authority had its own function and program, stating that it was his feeling the City should not be involved. Councilman Battaglia stated he felt this would enhance the program and suggested that it be investigated and studied. Bob Leland, President of the Rotary Plaza Foundation, and Mort Shafner, Coordinator, requested Council's assistance to their request. After brief discussion and there being no objections, staff was requested to arrange for a joint meeting of the City, Housing Authority and Rotary Plaza Foundation if everyone agreed to such a meeting. 7/6/77 Page 6 ITEMS FROM STAFF OYSTER POINT MARINA PROJECT ADJOURNMENT OF MEETING RECESS TO AN EXECUTIVE PERSONNEL SESSION ITEMS FROM COUNCIL CITY'S COMPUTER SYSTEM PARKING PROBLEM AT EMPLOYMENT OFFICE ON SOUTH SPRUCE AVENUE The City Manager reported that at the meeting of the San Mateo County Harbor District which he attended earlier in the evening the District authorized their General Manager to enter into a Joint Powers Agreement with the City with regard to the Oyster Point Marina Park Project. The City Manager then reviewed in detail his report of July 6, 1977 concerning the financial effect on the City should the project not go through. Discussion followed between Council and staff regarding corrective work to be done to the sanitary land fill area, cost to the City if it were to be done by the City, previously proposed uses of the area and future proposed uses. The City Manager requested Council to adjourn this evening's meeting to Wednesday, July 13, 1977 at 7:30 PM at the West Orange Avenue Library Auditorium. The City Manager further requested that Council recess to an Executive Personnel Session upon the conclusion of tonight's meeting. Councilman Borba requested a report on the cost of the computer system as well as a feasibility study on the City obtaining its own computer. After a brief discussion, the City Manager requested a few months time to study and report to Council. No objections were registered to this request. Councilman Borba brought to Council's attenti°n the parking problem at the Employment Office on South Spruce Avenue and commented on the complaints he had received. He further requested enforcement of the use permit. The City Planner reported to Council on the letters which had been written and calls which had been made but to no avail. He explained the use permit and its conditions and stated that the City could move for revocation. After some discussion, Council agreed to proceed on the use permit. 7/6/77 Page 7 ITEMS FROM COUNCIL (¢ONT ' D. ) REVENUES RECEIVED ON THE INVESTMENT OF CITY FUNDS COLINA FOUNDATIONS FIREWORKS RELATED FIRES GOOD AND WELFARE OYSTER POINT MARINA PROJECT ENFORCEMENT OF ANIMAL CONTROL ORD IN FRANCISCO TERRACE RECESS: RECALL TO ORDER: Councilman Borba requested information on revenues which the City received on the investment of City funds. City Treasurer John Bonalanza reported on the funds needed monthly to meet City expenses. He also reported on the funds which were invested with banking firms as well as those which were invested and on deposit with the State Treasurer. In answer to the inquiry of Councilman Battaglia, the City Planner reported on the matter of foundations at the Colina subdivision. Councilman Battaglia requested a written update report from staff. In answer to Councilman Battaglia's inquiry, the Fire Chief gave a report on fires which were related to fireworks and which covered the period from June 28, 1977 to this evening. There being nothing further from Council, Mayor Damonte asked if anyone present had anything they wished to offer under Good and Welfare. Mr. John Sola, 429 Commercial Avenue, cited the vandalism and police problems which would occur through the development of the Oyster Point Marina and Shoreline Park. Donald Grimes requested Council and the City Attorney for assistance in enforcing the animal control ordinance and cited the dogs running loose in Francisco Terrace as well as the other related problems from stray animals. Discussion followed at which time the City Attorney pointed out the fine work done by the Humane Officers with the limited personnel they had and further cited the summons and complaints which had bee issued and processed. There being nothingfurther to come before Council, Mayor Damonte. recessed the meeting at 10:15 PM to an Executive Personnel Session. The City Clerk was excused from attending. The meeting was recalled to order by Mayor Damonte at 11:02 PM with all Council present. Absent, Councilman Padreddii. 7/6/77 Page 8 EXECUTIVE PERSONNEL SESSION ADJOURNMENT Mayor Damonte reported that Council met in Executive Session to discuss labor negotiations and instructed the City Manager and City Attorney regarding property acquisition. There being nothing further to come before Council, Mayor Damonte adjourned the meeting to Wednesday, July 13, 1977, at 7:30 PM in the West Orange Avenue Library Auditorium. Time of adjournment was 11:04 PM. RESPECTFULLY SUBMITTED: Arthur A. Rodohdi, City Clerk City of South San Francisco APPROVED: City of South San Francisco 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 and documents related to the items are on file in the office of the City Clerk and available for inspection, review and copying. 7/6/77 Page 9