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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes 1978-09-20REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SOUTH SAN FRANCISCO HELD SEPTEMBER 20, 1978 198 TIME: 7:30 p.m. PLACE: West Orange Avenue Library Auditorium CALL TO ORDER: The meeting was called to order by Mayor Borba at 7:31 p.m. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE:__The Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag was recited. ROLL CALL: Present: Councilmen Ronald G. Acosta, William A. Borba, Emanuele N. Damonte and Terry J. Mirri; Councilwoman Roberta Cerri Teglia Absent: None PRESENTATION RESO. NO. 119-78 COMMENDING RAY GREEN AND ROBERT GREEN Councilwoman Teglia introduced the resolution entitled: "A RESOLUTION COMMENDING RAY GREEN AND ROBERT GREEN." Roll call vote was as follows: Ayes, Councilmen Ronald G. Acosta, William A. Borba, Emanuele N. Damonte, Terry J. Mirri, Councilwoman Roberta Cerri Teglia. Noes, none. Absent, none. At the request of Council, City Clerk Pettigrew read into the official records of the City of South San Francisco the Resolution commending Ray Green and Robert Green for their heroic action and skill in administering emergency treatment which saved the life of Anthony Michael Mabutas. On behalf of Council, Mayor Borba commended Firefighters Ray Green and Robert Green for their action and skill in their response to the emergency. AGENDA REVIEW City Manager Birkelo requested that the following items be added to the agenda under Items from Staff. Executive Personnel Session to discuss labor negotiations and one personnel matter Brief discussion on Community Development Study scheduled for September 27, 1978 Study Session Preliminary discussion concerning planning policies developed by the Regional Planning Commission 199 AGENDA REVIEW (Continued) CONSENT CALENDAR APPROVAL OF BILLS SEPTEMBER 20, 1978 Authorization request from the Department of Public Services for channel drainage work on Mission Road Council's request for information concerning appointments to Housing Authority. As there were no objections from Council, it was so ordered. City Clerk Pettigrew read the following items on the Consent Calendar: City Council Minutes of the Adjourned Regular Meeting of August 30, 1978; the Regular Meeting of September 6, 1978 - Motion to approve. e Claim as filed by Haning, Fox & Guheen, Attorneys at Law, on behalf of Cecilia Swanson, alleging personal injuries sustained as a result of fall at corner of San Felipe Avenue and Serra Drive - Motion to deny and refer to the City's insurance carrier and to the office of the City Attorney. Claim as filed by the California State Automobile Associ- ation, on a subrogate claim, Henry Rubi, alleging damages to Mr. Rubi's car as a result of collision with City vehicle at Ponderosa Road and E1 Camino Real - Motion to deny and refer to the City's insurance carrier and to the office of the City Attorney. Councilman Damonte moved, seconded by Councilman Acosta and regularly carried, that the Consent Calendar be approved as presented. Mayor Borba stated, "Before the motion is made, I would like to refrain from voting on the following due to the fact that I do business with the following companies." Alpha Press, Inc. Baldasseroni Bayshore International Trucks Bergesen Electric Berkey Film Processing Cadillac Plastic Cap Concrete Coast Linen Cresta Bros. Custom Office Supply Early American Endurance Metal Products Enterprise Journal Goodall Rubber K-H Supply, Inc. King Bearing 9/20/78 Page 2 APPROVAL.OF BILLS SEPTEMBER 20, 1978 (Continued) FINANCE RESO. NO. 120-78. APPROVING AMENDMENT 0-2, 1977-78 OPERATING BUDGET Lowrie Paving Company Marshall Newell Supply Maryatt Industries Minnesota Minin§ Olympian Oil Geo. M. Philpott Company Superior Laundry Tillo products VWR First National Bank of Daly City So. San Francisco Police Association So. San Francisco Boys Club Mayor Borba moved to approve the claims as amended; seconded by Councilman Damonte. Councilwoman Teglia questioned the claim of Doubleday & Co. In answer to Councilman Acosta's inquiry concerning the place- ment of the Municipal Codes, the City Manager replied that he would discuss it with the City Attorney. Councilwoman Teglia asked if the claim of Michael D'Amico was not covered under the provisions of the contract. City Planner Costanzo explained the contract covering five formal meetings after which Councilwoman Teglia requested a report on the figures of all of the meetings over and above the original contract and monies paid. In answer to Councilwoman Teglia's questioning of Design & Engineering claim, Director of Public Services Addiego explained the contractural engineering services for West- borough Condiminium No. 4. Motion as made and seconded was regularly carried. Councilman Damonte moved to approve the claims deleted from the original list, seconded by Councilwoman Teglia and regularly carried. Mayor Borba stated, "I want the record to show that I did not participate in the vote." Staff Report, dated September 20, 1978, recommending that Council adopt a resolution amending the 1977-78 Budget to reflect actual incurred costs. Director of Finance Anderson explained the Staff Report which contained information concerning four departmental budget expenditures in excess of budgeted amounts; and in answer to Councilwoman Teglia's inquiry about Item b), he commented 9/20/78 Page 3 FINANCE RESO. NO. 120-78 APPROVING AMENDMENT 0-2, 1977-78 OPERATING BUDGET (Continued) CITY MANAGER RESO. NO. 121-78 AUTH EXECUTION OF AGREEMENT - CITY & CHAMBER OF COMMERCE 7/1/78-6/30/79 PARKS & iRECREATION LEASE PROPOSAL FOR 3 SO. LINDEN AVE. 201 on the clearing of the patio at West Orange Avenue Library for children's use and its being charged against the main- tenance budget of the Library. Councilman Acosta introduced the resolution entitled: "A RESOLUTION APPROVING AMENDMENT 0-2, 1977-78 OPERATING BUDGET." Roll call vote was as follows: Ayes, Councilmen Ronald G. Acosta, William A. Borba, Emanuele N. Damonte, Terry J. Mirri; Councilwoman Roberta Cerri Teglia. Noes, none. Absent, none. Staff Report, dated September 20, 1978, recommending that Council adopt a resolution authorizing execution of agreement with the South San Francisco Chamber of Commerce, regarding advertising programs for July 1, 1978 to June 30, 1979. After an explanation by the City Manager, Councilman Damonte introduced the resolution entitled; "A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING EXECUTION OF AN AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF SOUTH SAN FRAN- CISCO CHAMBER OF COMMERCE, REGARDING ADVERTISING PROGRAMS FOR JULY 1, 1978 TO JUNE 30, 1979." Roll call vote was as follows: Ayes, Councilmen Ronald G. Acosta, Emanuele N. Damonte, Terry J. Mirri; Councilwoman Roberta Cerri Teglia. Noes, none. Absent, none, Abstaining, Councilman William A. Borba. Staff.Report, dated September 20, 1978, recommending that Council adopt a resolution authorizing indenture of lease between the City and Ella H. Yamas for the use of 3 So. Linden Avenue building for Parks and Recreational administrative uses. Director of Parks and Recreation Norton recapitulated the background on the proposed lease at 3 So. Linden Avenue and the pursuit of adequate quarters through the South San Francisco School District. He described the available space at the E1 Rancho School, consisting of multi-purpose room, kitchen, and fourteen classrooms. He commented on the inadequate public access and the need of blacktop to convert an area into a parking lot. He further explained the area of Avalon School as well as other quarters at 363 E1Camino Real and 10 Spruce Avenue. After recommending the current lease at 3 So. Linden Avenue be approved, Mr. Norton explained the proposed reduction of $60 - $70 per month by the lessor. Discussion followed between Council and the Director of Parks and Recreation concerning the SchOol District's charge of $0.10 per square foot and monies which might be needed to bring the school facility up to the needs of City Staff. Further discussion followed concerning Council's intention of not breaking any existing lease nor duplicating facilities. 9/20/78 Page 4 PARKS & RECREATION LEASE PROPOSAL FOR 3 SO. LINDEN AVE. (Continued) PUBLIC SERVICES ORDINANCE AMENDING ORD. NO. 661-74 REGULATING WASTE DISCHARGES 1st Reading/Intro availability of 5,000 square feet in E1 Rancho School as com- pared to 3,000 square feet being utilized at 3 So. Linden Ave. Director of Parks and Recreation Norton presented Council with a photograph of the rear area of E1 Rancho School. Discussion followed concerning budget reductions and savings to be realized in the move to a school facility; money to be requested for necessary shelving and equipment after which Councilman Mirri moved that those facilities which are presently at 3 So. Linden Avenue be transferred immediately to E1 Rancho School site, seconded by Councilman Acosta. In response to Councilwoman Teglia's inquiry about square footage, Councilman Mirri amended his motion to add that the site include approximately 5,000 square feet of area. Councilman Acosta accepted the amendment to the motion and reiterated his second to Councilman Mirri's amended motion. Motion, as amended and seconded, was regularly carried. Mayor Borba declared the Public Hearing opened. Staff Report, dated September 20, 1978, recommending that Council conduct a Public Hearing to consider new sewer con- nection fees in order that the City may increase revenues from this source. When new connection fees are selected by Council, the first reading and introduction of the Ordinance will be necessary. After an explanation of the Staff Report by Director of Public Services Addiego, Mayor Borba asked if anyone wished to speak in favor of the matter. As no one spoke, Mayor Borba asked if anyone wished to speak in opposition. Mr. Patrick Brosnan, 519 Rocca Avenue, requested information as to where the fees for the sewer hookups are deposited and he was informed that they are deposited in the Enterprise Fund and are used for Capital Improvements. Mr. Brosnan continued questioning concerning the hookups of sewers and the Director of Public Services further explained the "buy-in" system currently used. The Director of Public Services con- tinued his explanation of the collection system's construction in 1916 and the replacement of lines. He further explained the inventory and the schedule of replacement of these lines. Discussion followed among Councilman Mirri, Mr. Brosnan, and the Director of Public Services concerning the disparity in the formula; the need now to replace the lines; the fees collected since 1974 and since the sewer fee rise in June. 9/20/78 Page 5 PUBLIC SERVICES ORDINANCE AMENDING ORD. NO. 661-74 REGULATING WASTE DISCHARGES 1st Reading/Intro (Continued) Mr, John Solo, South San Francisco resident, speaking neither for nor against, commented on the single and multiple-family units' hooking into the City's sewer lines and cautioned about their becoming a burden to the system. He stated that he felt the Cities of Colm~ and San Bruno should pay their fair share of the costs. Mr. Tim Brosnan, 640 Rocca Avenue, inquired how the system was paid for from the start and was there a bond system set up to which the Director of Public Services replied that the system was primarily paid for by the City, except for some development of offsite mains, by bond issue and City expansion. Discussion followed concerning the payment of the $10 million bond and the system's being paid by all property owners; during which time, the Director of Public Services explained the inadequate funding to replace the long list of lines. The Enterprise Fund was defined by the Director of Finance as self-supporting. He explained that over the past several years, the returns have not produced sufficient monies for both operating and maintenance, and replacement; replacement of the main in the collection system is what has not been done. Mr. Brosnan questioned the urgency of the increase and ex- pressed to Council to difficulties facing a private builder. Mr. Brosnan then presented Council with a list he had compiled from neighboring cities comparing their figures with the City's. Discussion followed among City Council, Mr. Brosnan, and the Director of Public Services concerning the comparable sewer hookup fees and percentages of increases. Mr. Brosnan objected to the responsibility of the sewer connection fees be levied against builders only. Mr. John Solo again spoke about the added contribution to the sanitation system by new developments. Mr. Maurice Brosnan, 607 Poplar Avenue, addressed the issue of the increase's being passed on to renters and asked if they could expect another increase next year. He questioned the constitutionality of the proposed increase. As there was no one further to speak, Mayor Borba closed the Public Hearing. Councilman Mirri pointed out that the increase would be passed on to buyers of properties, not the developer. He commented that the increase was unjustifiable and requested Council to reflect on the statistics brought in by Mr. Brosnan. 9/20/78 Page 6 PUBLIC SERVICES ORDINANCE AMENDING ORD. NO. 661-74 REGULATING WASTE DISCHARGES 1st Reading/Intro (Continued) RECESS: RECALL TO ORDER: Councilwoman Teg!ia explained the development in the West- borough area and its connection to the North San Mateo County Sewage District. She commented on the inequities in the San Bruno and South San Francisco Sanitation System; and stated she was in support of the increase to meet the goals and objectives in the sewer-line maintenance, but not the $450 fee recommended. Councilman Acosta concurred in that he could not support the $450 fee. He stated that the City would need $2 million over a five-year period to repair the sewer lines. He further commented on the future agreements with San Bruno and other participants and proper usage fees to be charged. Councilman Damonte explained the Joint Powers Agreement be- tween the Cities of South San Francisco and San Bruno and questioned why there were not more builders protesting this evening. Mr. Adolph Conchi, 223 Country Club Drive, a custom builder, spoke in opposition. He explained that this increase would be passed on to the customers. Further discussion followed between Council concerning the "buy into" system, the impact of new development on the present sewer system; and the necessity of the users' paying. After an explanation by the Director of Finance on the sale of the bond issue and the payments from sewer connection fees, Mayor Borba declared a recess at 9:33 p.m. Mayor Borba recalled the meeting to order at 9:50 p.m., with all Council present. Mayor Borba requested Council's pleasure on the matter. Councilman Damonte moved that the fee be established at $275, seconded by Mayor Borba. Roll call vote was as follows: Ayes, Councilmen William A. Borba, Emanuele N. Damonte. Noes, Councilmen Ronald G. Acosta, Terry J. Mirri; Councilwoman Roberta Cerri Teglia. Absent, none. Councilman Acosta then moved to set the fee at $200, seconded by Councilman Mirri. Mr. James Keegan, 1244 Crestwood Drive, inquired as to the status of the agreement with San Bruno as joint participant. Mayor Borba informed him of the two-Councilmember committee formed to meet and discuss with the City of San Bruno. 9/20/78 Page 7 205 PUBLIC SERVICES ORDINANCE AMENDING ORD. NO. 661-74 REGULATING WASTE DISCHARGES 1st Reading/Intro (Continued) RESO. NO. 122-78 ESTABLISHING CITY'S POLICY RE SIDEWALK REPAIR Roll call vote was as follows: Ayes, Councilmen Ronald G. Acosta, William A, Borba, Terry J. Mirri; Councilwoman Roberta Cerri Teglia. Noes, Councilman Emanuele N. Damonte. Absent, none. To make it a unanimous vote, Councilman Damonte changed his vote to "Aye." At the recommendation of the Director of Public Services con- cerning institutional, commercial and industrial sewer con- nection fees, Councilman Mirri requested that the rates reflect the same percentage of increase, no more nor no less than what was put on the single family dwelling units or multiple family dwelling units, to maintain some consistency and equity - base fee. Councilman Damonte so moved, seconded by Councilman Mirri and regulary carried. Mayor Borba declared the title of the ordinance read. The title of the ordinance was read. City Attorney Noonan then explained ~he ordinance and advised the Council regarding procedure for introduction. Councilman Damonte 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 Council- woman Teglia and passed by a unanimous vote. Councilman Acosta moved that the ordinance entitled, "AN ORDINANCE AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 661 ADOPTED APRIL 1, 1974, AS AMENDED, ENTITLED 'AN ORDINANCE REGULATING WASTE DISCHARGES,'" the entire reading of which has been duly waived, be introduced, seconded by Councilman Damonte and passed by the following roll call vote. Roll call vote was as follows: Ayes, Councilmen Ronald G. Acosta, William A. Borba, Emanuele N. Damonte, Terry J. Mirri; Councilwoman Roberta Cerri Teglia. Noes, none. Absent, none. Staff Report, dated September 20, 1978, recommending that Council adopt a resolution establishing the City's policy regarding sidewalk repairs in the City of South San Francisco. The Director of Public Services explained the Staff Report;and, i..n response to Council's request for information concerning the budget expenditures in the past years and number of property owners' requesting repairs, he explained these from the Inter- Office Memoranda, September 15, 1978, September 15, 1978, (2) and September 18, 1978. 9/20/78 Page 8 PUBLIC SERVICES RESO. NO. 122-78 ESTABLISHING CITY ~S POLICY RE SIDEWALK RE PAIR (Continued) AGREEMENT MODIFI- CATION NO. 3 SANITARY SEWER SERVICES SO. S.F. HOUSING AUTHORITY AGREEMENT WITH STATE OF CALIFORNIA EL CAMINO REAL WIDENING ARROYO TO HICKEY BLVD. 206 Discussion followed between Council and the Director of Pub!~c Works concerning repair work needed to be done on planter areas; budget Items No. 269 and 271, Public and Private Work. Further discussion followed concerning the moral obligation to honor the prior list after which Councilman Acosta moved that the existing list of requests be repaired, seconded by Councilwoman Teglia. Discussion followed concerning the amount of money to accommo- date the list, repair only those sidewalks that need repair which constitute a hazard, and modification to the motion. In accord with Council, Councilman Aocsta modified his motion to repair only those properties which are in critical con- dition at City's expense. Modification was accepted by Councilwoman Teglia, and regularly carried. Councilman Acosta introduced the resolution entitled: "A RESOLUTION ESTABLISHING CITY'S POLICY REGARDING SIDEWALK REPAIR." Roll call vote was as follows: Ayes, Councilmen Ronald G. Acosta, William A. Borba, Emanuele N. Damonte, Terry J. Mirri; Councilwoman Roberta Cerri Teglia. Noes, none. Absent, none. Staff Report, dated September 20, 1978, recommending Council adopt a resolution authorizing the City Manager to execute Agreement Modification No. 3 between the Housing Authority and the City of South San Francisco for sanitary sewer services to the Housing Authority facility on "B" Street. The Director of Public Services explained that, since the sewer service charges were increased in July 1978, the modification to the current agreement with the Housin§ Autho- rity and City to reflect the new sewer service charges had been prepared for Counci's consideration. He further ex- plained the HUD Agreement relating to financing the project. City Attorney Noonan, at this time, recommended that Council continue this matter so that the Agreement could be reviewed. Mayor Borba ordered the Agreement Modification No. 3 con- tinued and requested Staff to come back with more information for the next regular meeting of Council. Staff Report, dated September 20, 1978, recommending that Council adopt a resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with the State of California providing for the widening of E1Camino Real between Arroyo Drive and Hickey Boulevard. 9/20/78 Page 9 PUBLIC SERVICES AGREEMENT WITH STATE OF CALIFORNIA EL CAMINO REAL WIDENING ARROYO TO HICKEY BLVD. (Continued) ~ COUNCILMAN MIRRI ABSENT: COUNCILMAN MIRRI PRESENT: RECESS: RECALL TO ORDER: RESO. NO. 123-78 AUTHO INDENTURE WITH SO. PACIFIC TRANS- PORTATION CO. 48" STORM DRAIN The Director of public Services explained the proposed agree- ment between the State of California and the City to provide for the construction of sidewalks, curbs and gutters, land- scaping, street lights and traffic signals at Hickey Boulevard and at the Kaiser Hospital entrance driveway as part of the State's project to widen E1 Camino Real between Arroyo Drive and Hickey Boulevard. Councilman Mirri absented himself at 10:40 p.m. Discussion followed concerning the City's contribution from Gas Tax Funds and crosswalks during which time Councilman Mirri appeared present at 10:43 p.m. Mayor Borba declared a recess at 10:45 p.m. Mayor Borba recalled the meeting to order at ll:O0 p.m. Further discussion followed between Council and the Director of Public Services concerning landscaping of the median strips and the request was made to advise the Beautification Com- mittee for its input. Mayor Borba objected to the matter being presented without notice to the citizens for their recommendations and directed Staff to come back to Council at the next meeting with in- formation concerning signalization for a crosswalk for school children's crossing E1Camino Real. Discussion followed concerning the moral obligation to protect the school children on E1Camino Real and the legality of installing signals and standards. City Attorney Noonan opinioned that the responsibility lay with the School District and cautioned Council not to im- prove the pathway coming down from the west side, going across E1Camino Real. In response to Councilman Damonte's inquiry if the City was going to install a steel bridge recently acquired by the School District over the creek, Director of Public Services Addiego responded that this was an item for Council and the School District to discuss at their meeting. Mayor Borba again requested Staff to bring more information to Council in two weeks and to include the possibility of an overpass. Staff Report, dated September 20, 1978, recommending Council adopt a resolution authorizing exeuction of Agreement with Southern Pacific Transportation Co. to install a 48" Storm Drain under S.P. spur track at Sylvester Road. 9/20/78 Page 10 208 PUBLIC SERVICES RESO. NO. 123-78 INDENTURE WITH SO. PACIFIC TRANS CO. 48" STORM DRAIN (Continued) CONTRACT CHANGE ORDERS NOS. 3, 4, 5 PRJCT ST-77-5 GELLERT BLVD PROJECT ASSESSMENT DISTRICT ITEMS FROM STAFF STREET SWEEPING PROGRAM COMMUNITY DEVELOP- MENT STUDY SESSION SEPTEMBER 27, 1978 ? Director of Public Services Addiego explained the proposed agreement which authorizes the City to install and maintain the 48' Storm Drain under the rai!road tracks southeast of the end of Sy!vester Road. He explained that the agreement must be executed prior to the commencement of this phase of the 1978-79 Storm Drainage Improvements. Councilwoman Teglia introduced the resolution entitled, "A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING EXECUTION OF AN INDENTURE WITH SOUTHERN PACIFIC TRANSPORTATION COMPANY (MAINTENANCE AND OPERATION OF A 48" STORM DRAIN." Roll call vote was as follows: Ayes, Councilmen Ronald G. Acosta, William A. Borba, Emanuele N. Damonte, Terry J. Mirri; Councilwoman Roberta Cerri Teglia. Noes, none. Absent, none. Staff Report, dated September 20, 1978, recommending that Council approve and authorize the Superintendent of Streets to execute the Contract Change Orders Nos. 3, 4, and 5 for the Gellert Boulevard Extension Project Assessment District, Phase I, Grading, Project No. ST-77-5. At the request of the City Attorney, Mayor Borba continued this matter to the next regular meeting. Staff Report, dated September 20, 1978, recommending that Council continue their review regarding consideration of the establishment of parking regulations to increase the effec- tives of the City Sweeping Program. The Director of Public Services explained the list of early morning posting and the areas causing the most problems - the vicinity of downtown core and adjacent areas, A, B, and C Streets, as well as the Brentwood Shopping Center. Councilman Damonte remarked that, during prior discussions, it was considered to have a few streets in critical need become a pilot program and enlarge upon them. The Director of Public Services explained the alternate proposals from the Inter-Office Memorandum, dated September 15, 1978, from the Superintendent of Public Works, subject: Alternate Proposal - Sweeping Priority I, II, & III. After Council discussion, Councilman Mirri moved that Priority I be approved as a Pilot Program, seconded by Councilwoman Teglia, and regularly carried. City Manager Birkelo submitted a Staff Report to Council, dated September 20, !978, recommending that Council meet in Study Session on Wednesday, September 27, 1978, to consider Downtown Revitalization Program; areas easterly of Bayshore. He requested that Council meet in the late afternoon.., 9/20/78 Page 11 ITEMS FROM STAFF STUDY SESSION SEPTEMBER 27, 1978 (Continued) RPC POLICIES ON COUNTY-WIDE SIGNIFICANCE & DRAFT BAYFRONT PLANNING GOALS LEAGUE OF CA CITIES ANNUAL CONFERENCE ANAHEIM SEPT. 24-26, 1978 As there were no objections from Council, Mayor Borba ordered that the meeting be scheduled to begin at 4:30 p.m., with a dinner break and discussion to continue from 7:00 p.m. to !0:00 p.m. The City Manager next distributed to Council, for information only, the Staff Report, dated September 20, 1978, subject: Regional Planning Committee's (RPC) Policies of County-wide Significance and Draft Bayfront Planning Goals - recommending Council review the policies on circulation, housing, energy, parks, recreation and open space. The League of California Cities Annual Conference in Anaheim on September 24-26, 1978, was the next matter brought to Council's attention by Staff. Discussion followed between Council and Staff regarding one member of Council attending and casting a vote; Council's previous decision not to attend meetings outside of a given area; and the purchase of tapes of the more important sessions. Councilman Acosta moved that a member of Council be authorized to attend the League of California Cities in Anaheim to cast a vote for the City, seconded by Councilwoman Teglia. Discussion followed among Council at which time Councilman Mirri expressed his feelings that the Mayor should be the person representing the City, but in the wake of Proposition 13's affecting municipalities, he could not support the City's participation. He further stated that the City should not remain a member. City Attorney Noonan responded to Council and explained the benefits Staff receives from the League of California Cities, as a resource of valuable information. He further stressed that the public should be informed of the helpful assistance rendered to cities by this organization. Further discussion followed among Council members concerning representatives to the Conference. Mr. James Keegan, 1244 Crestwood Drive, objected to Council's consideration of an item not on the regular agenda to which Councilman Acosta answered that this was in order as Council had unanimously agreed to these matters during Agenda Review. Mayor Borba called for a Roll Call vote on the matter. Roll call 'vote was as follows: Ayes, Councilman Ronald G. Acosta, and Councilwoman Roberta Cerri Teglia. Noes, Council- men William A. Borba, Emanuele N. Damonte, and Terry J. Mirri. Absent, none. 9/20/78 Page 12 210 ITEMS FROM STAFF MISSION ROAD DRAINAGE CANAL REPAIRS PROJECT NO, SD-78-3 EARLY PRESENTATION OF AGENDA REVIEW ITEMS ITEMS FROM COUNCIL REQUEST FOR TAPES OF LEAGUE CONFERENCE REQUEST FOR REPLY TO MR. & MRS. CONGER'S LETTER GOOD AND WELFARE RECESS: The Director of Public Services requested Council consider the need for repair to the drainage channel on Old Mission Road and Grand Avenue, He explained that the open ditch is causing some problems in slippage from the bank and felt that it is critical to correct it. He explained the contract with Fontana and Sons to do the work for $3,684, and requested permission to appropriate monies from the Gas Tax funds to contract this work. Councilwoman Teglia moved that the Director of Public Services be authorized to contract for the Mission Road Drain- age Canal Repairs, Project No. SD-78-3, seconded by Council- man Acosta and regularly carried. Council requested that items presented under Agenda Review be given to Council at the early part of the evening so that they could be reviewed before consideration. Councilwoman Teglia inquired if the City was going to acquire the tapes from the League of California Cities Con- ference in Anaheim. City Manager Birkelo responded that the City would order them. Councilwoman Teglia requested a copy of the City Manager's response to Mr. and Mrs. Charles Conger concerning the renovation of Magnolia Center. Councilman Mirri again spoke on the City's membership to the League of California Cities. He remarked that the benefits were minimal to the $3,000 membership fee. He requested that it be placed on the next agenda for discussion. Councilman Damonte spoke about Council's decision not to travel outside of a lO0-mile radius, and that the City would retain its membership for the lobby and information. Mayor Borba directed that this matter be an item for Council's next agenda. Councilman Acosta requested to know if the computer print- outs concerning departmental activities were available. The Director of Finance replied that Council would receive the Departmental Summaries. Mayor Borba asked if anyone from the audience had anything they wished to offer under Good and Welfare. As'no one spoke, Mayor Borba declared a recess to an Executive Personnel Session at 12:10 a.m. 9/20/78 Page 13 211 RECALL TO ORDER; Mayor Borba recalled the meeting to order at l:O0 a.m., with all Council present. EXECUTIVE PERSONNEL SESSION Mayor Borba stated that the purpose of the Executive Personnel Session was to discuss a personnel matter and no action was taken by the City Council. ASSISTANT FIRE CHIEF'S City Manager Birkelo stated that he had met with members of POSITION VACATED the Fire Department Union concerning the provisional appoint- ment of the Assistant Fire Chief; and he was informed that, under the Rules and Regulations, the appointment cannot be extended beyond six months unless Council extends it for a ~-~~ thirty-day period. He requested Council's decision. Councilman Acosta moved not to extend the appointment of the position of Assistant Fire Chief for thirty days and the position to be vacant until such time as the reorganization of the Fire Department is completed, seconded by Councilwoman Teglia, and regularly carried. ADJOURNMENT As there was no further business, Mayor Borba adjourned the meeting. Time of adjournment: 1:04 a.m. RESPECTFULLY SUBMITTED: Margaret M. Pettigrew, Ci,~y~ Clerk Cftyl]x~f South San Francisco APP ROVE D: 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. 9/20/78 Page 14