HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes 1978-10-18REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL
OF THE CITY OF SOUTH SAN FRANCISCO
HELD OCTOBER 18, 1978
229
TIME~
PLACE:,
CALL TO ORDER~
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCEr.
ROLL CALL:
PRESENTATION
RESO. NO. 131-78
IN MEMORY OF
ROBERT E. HARRIS
RESO. COMMENDING
RAY GREEN AND
ROBERT GREEN
PRESENTATION BY
MAYOR BORBA TO THE
LIBRARY - BOOK FROM
LUCCA, ITALY
AGENDA REVIEW
7:30 p.m.
West Orange Avenue Library Auditorium
The meeting was called to order by Mayor Borba at 7:32 p.m.
The Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag was recited.
Present:
Councilmen Ronald G. Acosta, William A. Borba,
Emanuele N. Damonte, Terry J. Mirri;
Councilwoman Roberta Cerri Teglia
Absent: None
Mayor Borba at this time called upon Mrs. Robert Harris to
come to the podium so that he could present the Resolution
in memory of her husband, Robert E. Harris, deceased employee
of the Parks and Recreation Department.
Mayor Borba then read into the Minutes the Resolution
expressing Council's sympathy to her and to the family
after which Mrs. Harris thanked Council for their expression
of condolence.
Mayor Borba called upon the family of Ray and Robert Green
to come to the podium.
Mayor Borba presented the Resolution to Firefighters Ray
and Robert Green honoring them for their heroic efforts
which saved the life of Anthony Mabutas. He congratulated
their Father, Mr. Green.
Mayor Borba next called upon Dr. Alvarez, Library Administrator.
Mayor Borba recited the nature of the next presentation, a
book presented to him by the Mayor of Lucca, Italy, a re-
production of an original volume written in 1761 of the
history of Lucca. Mayor Borba presented the edition to the
South San Francisco Library for its History Section for
the citizens of South San Francisco.
City Manager Birkelo requested Council's consideration of
a report from the Director of Parks and Recreation concerning
the department's move to E1 Rancho School under Items from
Staff; and an Executive Session upon conclusion of the
evening,s meeting.
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AGENDA REVIEW
(Continued)
CONSENT CALENDAR
As there were no objections from Council, Mayor Borba so
ordered.
City Clerk Pettigrew read the following items on the Consent
Calendar:
1. City Council Minutes of the Regular Meeting of October 4,
1978 - Motion to approve.
RESO. NO. 132-78 ~_O~-~J~2.
AUTHO EXECUTION OF~_~ff~
AGREEMENT WITH
NATIONAL PLAN COORDI-
NATORS, INC. - 3.
DEFFERED COMP PLAN
APPROVAL OF BILLS
OCTOBER 18, 1978
Authorizing execution of Agreement with National Plan
Coordinators, Inc., as Deferred Compensation Plan
Administrator - Adoption of Resolution.
Claim filed by Thomas B. Gallen and Michael J. Valencia,
Attorneys at Law, on behalf of Celestino Nobili, alleging
personal injuries sustained during an incident at the
Garden Club - Motion to deny and refer to the City's
insurance carrier and to the office of the City Attorney.
Claim filed by Erma J. Kinney alleging property damage
(broken window) as a result of a ball game at Orange
Memorial Park (Park Lane Apartments) - Motion to deny and
refer to the City's insurance carrier and to the Office
of the City Attorney.
Councilman Damonte questioned Paragraph 8 on page 3 of the
Agreement for Plan Administrator concerning "City Services."
Finance Director Anderson explained the minimal amount of
work performed by the City and the record keeping duties to
be done by the Plan Coordinators. He further stated that
reports would be submitted to the City from the Coordinators
and would be reviewed under the City's annual audit.
Councilman Damonte then moved, seconded by Councilman Mirri
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."
Anchor Post Products
Bayshore Truck
Berkey Film
Colma Dump Company
Crane Packing Company
Cresta Bros.
Custom Office Supply
Don and Jerrys Automotive
Early American
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APPROVAL OF BILLS
OCTOBER 18, 1978
(Continued)
FINANCE
RESO. NO. 133-78
APPROVING AMENDMENT
0-3, 1977-78
OPERATING BUDGET
Enterprise Journal
Fairway Chevrolet
Federal Auto Parts
B. F. Goodrich
Goodyear
K-H Supply, Inc.
Maryatt Industries
Wm. Minucciani
Olympian Oil Company
Penn Plumbing Supply
Pump Repair Service
Sears
Union Oil Company
Brosnan Brothers
San Mateo County Transit
South San Francisco Chamber of Commerce
Milton Bronstein
First National Bank of Daly City
South San Francisco Police Association
Mayor Borba moved to approve the claims as amended, seconded
by Councilman Damonte.
Councilman Acosta questioned the claim of Art's Peninsula
Locksmith and its repeated occurrence on the list.
Director of Parks and Recreation Norton explained that this
was caused by vandalism to steel padlocks which necessitated
repair and replacement. He further explained the breakage
of locks to watering clocks, sheds, and lighting in the ball
parks. He further stated that some of these locks were
purchased in bulk.
Motion as made and seconded was regularly carried.
Councilman Acosta 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 October 18, 1978, recommending that Council
adopt a resolution amending the 1977-78 Budget to provide for
full funding of the City's Sick Leave Liability.
Finance Director Anderson explained the negotiations which
had occurred between 1975 and 1977 in the Memoranda of Under-
standing whereby the accrual of Sick Leave was changed to the
present 90-day Plan under the provisions of the Personnel Rules
and Regulations.
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FINANCE
RESO. NO. 133-78
APPROVING AMENDMENT
0-3, 1977-78
OPERATING BUDGET
(Continued)
CITY MANAGER
ORD. AMENDING ORD. 449
SEC 6 P/R RULES
1st Reading/Intro
RESO. NO. 134-78
AMENDING EMPLOYEE
CLASSIFICATION PLAN
Finance Director Anderson further explained that the City's
auditors had requested that these restricted funds which
could not be used for General Fund expenditures be formally
acknowledged by Council.
Discussion followed between Council and Mr. Anderson concern-
ing the payment of the monies, one-half of the accumulated
hours, maximum of 480 hours; the rate of pay upon retirement;
and possible payments to be made at this time to close the
account.
Councilman Damonte, in introducing the resolution, requested
that a study be made to consider the savings to be realized
in paying the accrual off rather than at a later date. The
resolution is entitled: "A RESOLUTION APPROVING AMENDMENT
0-3, 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.
Public Hearing - Amending Personnel System
Mayor Borba declared the Public Hearing opened.
Staff Report, dated October 18, 1978, recommending that Council
introduce and read for the first time the ordinance which
updates the listing of positions and offices in the Personnel
Ordinance No. 449 and adopt the resolution which modifies
and adds job specifications to the classification plan.
Assistant to City Manager Wilson explained the addition of
the position of Senior Building Inspector which Council had
approved during budget session and which required job speci-
fications. During the process of modification of the Rules
and Regulations, it was noted that several other positions
were lacking job specifications. These had been presented
to the Personnel Board, reviewed in detail, and were recom-
mended by the Board for adoption by Council.
Mayor Borba then asked if anyone wished to speak in favor of
the matter. As there was no one to speak, Mayor Borba then
asked if anyone wished to speak in opposition. No one spoke.
Mayor Borba declared the Public Hearing closed.
Mayor Borba then declared 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 procedure for introduction. Councilman
Damonte moved that reading of the ordinance in its entirey be
waived and that the ordinance be introduced and read for the
first time by reading title only, seconded by Councilwoman
Teglia and passed by a unanimous vote.
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CITY MANAGER
ORD. AMENDING ORD. 449
SEC 6 P/R RULES
1st Reading/Intro
RESO. NO. 134-78
AMENDING EMPLOYEE
CLASSIFICATION PLAN
ORD. NO. 776-78
AMENDING ORD. 353
& ESTABLISHING RPD-6
HILLSIDE TERRACE
2nd Reading/Adopt
Councilman Damonte moved that the ordinance entitled, "AN
ORDI~NANCE AMENDING SECTION 6 OF ORDINANCE NO. 449 ADOPTED
MARCH 21, 1960 ENTITLED 'AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF SOUTH
SAN FRANCISCO RECREATING AND RE-ESTABLISHING A PERSONNEL SYSTEM
FOR THE CITY OF SOUTH SAN FRANCISCO AND REPEALING ORDINANCE
NO. 216 AND ALL INCONSISTENTORDINANCES,'" the entire reading
of which has been duly waived, be introduced, seconded by
Councilman Acosta 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.
Councilman Mirri then introduced the resolution entitled: "A
RESOLUTION AMENDING THE SOUTH SAN FRANCISCO EMPLOYEE CLASSIFI-
CATION PLAN BY THE ADDITION, DELETION, AND MODIFICATION OF
CERTAIN CLASSES."
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.
Public Hearing - RZ-78-48 Hillside Terrace Subdivision
(Standard Building Company)
Mayor Borba declared the Public Hearing opened.
Staff Report, dated October 18, 1978, recommending that Council
read for the second time and adopt an ordinance rezoning that
property from R-3 Restricted Multiple-family Residential to
RPD-6 Residential Planned Development - 6 units to the acre.
City Planner Costanzo explained the downzoning requirements
to reflect the actual density approval as part of this pro-
cedure for the approval of the Hillside Terrace Subdivision.
Mayor Borba asked if anyone wished to speak in favor of the
rezoning. No one spoke. Mayor Borba asked if anyone wished
to speak in opposition. Since no one spoke, Mayor Borba
declared the Public Hearing closed.
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 procedure for adoption and passage.
Councilwoman Teglia 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 Damonte
and passed by unanimous vote.
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CITY MANAGER
ORD. NO. 776-78
AMENDING ORD. 353
& ESTABLISHING RPD-6
HILLSIDE TERRACE
2nd Reading/Adopt
(Continued)
ORD. NO. 777-78
AMENDING ORD. 353
& ESTABLISHING RPD-5
WESTBOROUGH 4B; 4C
2nd Reading/Adopt
Councilman Damonte 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 RESI-
DENTIAL PLANNED DEVELOPMENT - 6 (RPD-6) ZONE DISTRICT -
HILLSIDE TERRACE (A.P. NO. 012-070-010)," the entire
reading of which has been duly waived, be passed and adopted,
seconded by Councilwoman Teglia 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.
Public Hearing - RZ-78-49 Westborough Subdivision 4B and 4C
~. W. Dean)
Mayor Borba declared the Public Hearing opened.
Staff Report, dated October 18, 1978, recommending that Council
read for the second time and adopt an ordinance rezoning that
property from R-3 Restricted Multiple-family Residential to
RPD-5 Residential Planned Development - 5 units to the acre.
City Planner Costanzo explained that this ordinance was similar
to the Hillside Terrace downzoning.
Mayor Borba then asked if anyone wished to speak in favor of
the rezoning. As there was no one, Mayor Borba asked if anyone
wished to speak in opposition. No one spoke. Mayor Borba
declared the Public Hearing closed.
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 procedure for adoption and passage.
Councilman Damonte 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 Acosta
and passed by unanimous vote.
Councilman Damonte 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 RESIDENTIAL PLANNED
DEVELOPMENT - 5 (RPD-5) ZONE DISTRICT - (Westborough 4B & 4C),"
the entire reading of which has been duly waived, be passed
and adopted, seconded by Councilman Mirri and passed by the
following roll call vote.
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CITY MANAGER
ORD. NO. 777-78
(Continued)
PUBLIC HEARING DATE
SET FOR RZ-78-52
PARKING PLACE COMMIS-
SION'S PROPOSED
MASTER PARKING PLAN
RECESS:
RECALL TO ORDER:
PUBLIC SERVICES
RESO. NO. 135-78
AUTO EXECUTION OF
AGREEMENT MODIFICATION
NO. 3 HOUSING AUTHO
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 October 18, 1978, recommending that Council
set a date for a Public Hearing to consider the rezoning of
property located along the southeasterly side of Oak Avenue
between Grand Avenue and 200' southwesterly of Commercial
Avenue from R-2 and R-3 Commercial Office Zone District.
As there were no objections from Council, Mayor Borba ordered
the Public Hearing to be held Wednesday, November 15, 1978.
Staff Report analyzing the Parking Place Commission's pro-
posed Master Parking Plan.
City Planner Costanzo explained that because of the lateness
of the Parking Place Commission's meeting, there had not been
sufficient time to produce a written report to Council, but
he was ready to give a verbal overview of the matter.
Mayor Borba requested that a written report be submitted
to the City Council.
Mayor Borba declared a recess at 8:17 p.m.
The meeting was recalled to order by Mayor Borba at 8:32 p.m.,
with all Council present.
Staff Report, continued from October 4, 1978, recommending
that Council adopt the resolution authorizi'ng the City Manager
to execute the Agreement Modification No. 3 between the
Housing Authority and the City for sanitary sewer services
to the Housing Authority facility on "B" Street.
Director of Public Services Addiego explained the Modification
No. 3, the new Paragraphs 3 and 4 which had been distributed
to Council. He stated that he had discussed it with Mr.
Caron, Executive Director of the Housing Authority, and they
are in full concurrence with the matter. He further explained
the time frame for payment and revisions to become automatic
when the new rates are set.
Discussion followed between Council and the Director of Public
Services concerning notification to the public of rate increase,
right of appeal, and equity among all of the users.
Councilman Damonte introduced the resolution entitled: "A
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING EXECUTION OF AGREEMENT MODIFICATION
NO. 3 (CITY OF SOUTH SAN FRANCISCO AND HOUSING AUTHORITY.~
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PUBLIC SERVICES
RESO. NO. 135-78
(Continued~.9~7
RESO. NO. 136-78
AUTHORIZING FILING
OF TENTATIVE PARCEL
MAP WITH P.C. BELLE
AIR ROAD SURPLUS
PROPERTY
SEWER SERVICE AGREEMENTS
TO EFFECT AUTOMATIC
INCREASES
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 October 18, 1978, recommending that Council
adopt a resolution authorizing the City Manager to file a
tentative parcel map with the Planning Commission and execute
the final map on behalf of the City - Belle Air Road Surplus
Property.
Director of Public Services Addiego explained the preparation
for the sale of the parcel of land on Belle Air Road and the
procedure for authorization to process the parcel map through
the Planning Commission. He explained that this will create
two parcels of land, one the City will retain and one the
City will sell. He explained further from the map attached
to the Staff Report.
In answer to Mayor Borba's inquiry if this was not the one
considered for lease for $75,000 per year, City Manager Birkelo
explained that there were two kinds of proposals and Council
would make the final decision.
After discussion, the City Manager stated he would instruct
Staff to have the proposal read "sale/lease."
Mr. James Keegan, 1244 Crestwood Drive, commented concerning
the City's participation in the Oyster Point Marina Project.
Councilwoman Teglia introduced the resolution entitled, "A
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING FILING OF TENTATIVE PARCEL MAP WITH
THE PLANNING COMMISSION - BELLE AIR ROAD SURPLUS PROPERTY."
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.
The Director of Public Services explained that the service
agreements with the North San Mateo County Sanitation District,
Town of Colma, and South San Francisco Housing Authority must
be modified repetitiously when the City modifies its charges.
He stated that staff has investigated a method which would
modify the current agreements to make future increases automatic.
In answer to Councilman Damonte's inquiry if the City could
anticipate other municipalities'or districts' coming into the
City's sewer lines, the Director of Public Services briefly
reviewed the use of the City's facilities by the present
participants. He further explained the contribution to the
City's outfall force main by the Cities of San Bruno, Burlingame,
Millbrae, San Francisco Airport and Merck Company.
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PUBLIC SERVICES
SEWER SERVICE AGREEMENTS
TO EFFECT AUTOMATIC
INCREASES
(Continued)
HICKEY BLVD. EXTENSION
HILLSIDE BLV~ TO EL
CAMINO REAL
ALTERNATIVES FOR NON-
FREEWAY ROUTES BTWN
PACIFICA & INTER-
STATE 280
Discussion followed among Members of Council and the Director
concerning the capacity of the Treatment Plant and the average
8~mi!lion gal!ons~ flow per day, participation by the City of
San Bruno, Joint Powers Agreement, and the meeting of City
officials from San Bruno and South San Francisco.
Director of Public Services Addiego stated that the project
would be completed in April and will have monitoring devices
and flow meters~ and negotiations will be necessary for some
changes in the Joint Powers Agreement for sharing.
As this was an informational item only, no Council action
was required.
Staff Report, dated October 18, 1978, recommending that Council
make a motion to refer the proposed alignment of the Hickey
Boulevard Extension between Hillside Boulevard and E1Camino
Real to the Planning Commission for their review and
recommendations.
Director of Public Services Addiego explained the Staff
Report and the communication dated September 26, 1978, from
S. H. Cantwell, Jr., Director of Public Works, County of San
Mateo, to the City Council concerning Hickey Boulevard Ex-
tension - E1Camino Real to Hillside Boulevard, attached to
the Staff Report. He further explained that the County wishes
to be assured that, if they proceed with the project, E.I.R.,
design, etc., the City Council is in full accord with the
alignment.
After a discussion concerning the relocation of the Trailer
Court, Councilwoman Teglia so moved, seconded by Councilman
Damonte and regularly carried.
Staff Report, dated October 18, 1978, recommending that Council
make a motion opposing the use of Westborough Boulevard as an
alternative traffic route replacing the Interstate 380 Ex-
tension and designate a representative to present the City's
position at the public meeting to be held October 25, 1978,
at 7:30 p.m., at Skyline College.
Director of Public Services Addiego explained the Staff Report
and the various attached alternatives. He commented on
Alternate "B" which would route traffic from the Coast on
to Westborough Boulevard from Skyline Boulevard to Route 280.
He stated that Mr. Ralph Thomas and Mrs. Paul Hensley from the
California Department of Transportation were present to
respond to Council. He stressed that the City is on record,
has been on record repeatedly, that it is not in favor of using
Westborough Boulevard on the Highway System in that regard.
He explained the problems on Westborough Boulevard, traffic,
signals, intersections, and grade of the area.
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PUBLIC SERVICES
ALTERNATIVES FOR NON-
FREEWAY ROUTES BTWN
PACIFICA & INTER-
STATE 280
Councilwoman Teglia read the communication, dated February 5,
!976, to Chairman John C. Beckett and Members of the Metro-
politan Transportation Committee, from Mayor Richard A.
Battaglia, voicing strong opposition to deleting Route 380
and replacing it with an improved Sharp Park Road/Westborough
Boulevard.
Councilwoman Teglia next questioned City Engineer Robert Yee:
what is the capacity of Westborough Boulevard by design; what
is its present load; what the projected capacity load would
be with greater development; what the projected load would be
with the current plus designation of 380 alternative.
City Engineer Yee responded that the capacity was at its
optimum, and more traffic would create more problems.
Councilwoman Teglia at this time moved:
That this City of South San Francisco oppose use of
Westborough Boulevard as an alternate traffic route re-
placing the Interstate 380 Extension;
That we, as a City, are in a specific opposition to CalTrans'
proposed alternatives AB, ACD, ACHG, ACHF;
That the City of South San Francisco is prepared to sustain
this position in court, if necessary, and in any other arena
by every means at our official and unofficial command;
That the City notify the following agencies of its official
position:
County of San Mateo Board of Supervisors
County of San Mateo Planning Department
Cities of Pacifica and San Bruno
CalTrans
Metropolitan Transportation Commission
Congressman Ryan
Senator Foran
Assemblyman Papan;
That we immediately notify all homeowners associations in
the Westborough area of our position and of the October 25th
CalTrans meeting;
That the City Manager immediately schedule a strategy meeting
with himself, members of .Council, Assistant to City Manager,
Director of Public Services, Traffic Engineer, City Attorney,
and any other Staff whose input would be beneficial to our
cause;
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PUBLIC SERVICES
ALTERNATIVES FOR NON-
FREEWAY ROUTES BTWN
PACIFIC & INTER-
STATE 280
ITEMS FROM STAFF
REPORT OF RECREATION
OFFICE MOVE TO EL
RANCHO SCHOOL SITE
That the Council designate not a representative but a team of
representatives to attend the October 25th CalTrans hearing
at Skyline College at 7:30 p.m., to state strongly this
City's position.
Councilman Mirri seconded the motion.
Discussion followed during which time Council unanimously
stressed its opinion of not allowing Westborough Boulevard
as an alternate to 380.
In answer to Councilman Acosta's inquiry if the road was
stopped by public pressure, Mr. Paul Hensley, Project Engineer
from CalTrans, explained the past history of the roadway
and the funding for the project.
Discussion followed among Council and Mr. Hensley concerning
alternate routes and the hearing to be held on October 25th,
after which 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.
City Manager Birkelo suggested that a combination of City
Council and Staff attend this meeting and each make a presen~
tation at that time.
Council was in full accord.
Director of Parks and Recreation Norton gave Council an update
on the move of the recreational offices to E1 Rancho School.
He explained the installation of telephones, lighting, and
the option of moving into the Value Giant building.
Councilman Damonte at this time commented on the possible use
of the Orange Avenue Park Recreational Center.
Discussion followed concerning the need for adequate lighting
and the cost of telephone installation after which Director
Norton requested Council's recommendation for the installation
of carpeting to muffle noise and area dividers.
City Manager Birkelo explained the period of time before the
Value Giant would be ready for occupancy and the expenditure
of $6,000, $3,000 of which would be usable in Value Giant
when the Parks and Recreation Department moves over.
Director of Parks and Recreation requested direction concerning
the Chamber of Commerce and was informed that, as there was
space available, the Chamb~of Commerce would occupy space at
E1 Rancho School with the Recreation office but would be
responsible for its own lighting, telephones, etc.
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240
ITEMS FROM STAFF
REPORT OF RECREATION
OFFICE MOVE TO EL
RANCHO SCHOOL SITE
(Continued)
ITEMS FROM COUNCIL
EL CAMINO REAL
IMPROVEMENT - HICKEY
BLVD & EL CAMINO REAL
VALUE GIANT TIME
SCHEDULE INQUIRY
SHRUBBERY NEGLECT
AT VALUE GIANT
SYNONON ACTIVITY
ELECTRICAL UNITS IN
FIRE HOUSES
Councilwoman Teg!ia suggested that the installation of lights
and telephones be approved but that consideration of the
carpeting and dividers be held until the move to Value Giant.
Discussion concerning the number of telephones and registra-
tion traffic followed after which Councilman Mirri moved
that Councilwoman Teglia's suggestion be approved, seconded
by Councilwoman Teglia and regularly carried.
Director of Parks and Recreation stated that he would be
coming back to Council for approval of an addendum to the
Joint Powers Agreement with the School District, clarifying
each entities' responsibilities.
Mayor Borba questioned why the State's improvement of E1
Camino Real did not extend beyond the "Y" Motel to which
Director of Public Services Addiego replied that it was his
understanding that the unavailability of funds was the reason;
and that the State would design the intersection at E1Camino
Real and Hickey Boulevard in a safe manner to preclude any
problems in that area.
Councilman Acosta requested to know when the Value Giant
building would be ready for occupancy by the Police Department.
City Manager Birkelo stated that the City was in the process
of receiving proposals from designers and architects and it
might be nineteen to twenty-one months through the construction
phases for the Police facility.
Councilman Acosta next spoke about the neglect of the shrubbery
surrounding Value Giant and was assured that this would be
taken care of by City staff.
Councilman Damonte remarked that the Synanon organization
had an establishment in South San Francisco and questioned
whether or not it was involved with the City.
Police Chief Datzman briefly spoke on the observations of the
Police Department and explained that the operation of the
Synanon was a warehouse activity to house donated goods. It
was not used for residency; and while the Police Department
had requested permission to continue "unannounced visits,"
it was informed that Synanon does not allow that, only
"inspection by appointment."
Councilman Damonte also inquired aS to the status of the
electrical switches in the fire Nouses.
City Manager Birkelo advised that a report had been received
from the Central Safety Committee concerning electrical stoves
throughout the City and those costs were being refined, to be
submitted to Council.
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ITEMS FROM COUNCIL
CITIZENS' MEETING -
SUNSHINE GARDENS
NEIGHBORHOOD
10/5/78
INFORMATION REQUEST
ON PROPERTY AT CORNER
OF BADEN AND MAPLE
AVENUES
REPORT ON SUBCOMMITTEES
SCHOOL BOARD/COUNCIL
GOOD AND WELFARE
JUVENILE DISTURBANCES
AT SUNSHINE GARDENS
PARK
RECESS:
Councilwoman Teglia expanded upon the items as contained in
her Inter-Office Memorandum, dated October !6, 1978, to the
Honorable City Council, subject: CITIZENS' MEETING -
SUNSHINE GARDENS NEIGHBORHOOD - OCTOBER 5, 1978, MATER
DOLOROSA CHURCH. Councilwoman Teglia requested the City
Attorney look into the legalities of Item No. 5 on Page 2
concerning "impoundment."
Councilwoman Teglia next ~oke concerning property on the corner
of Baden and Maple Avenues, the eight-unit apartment building
recently constructed, and the information imparted to inquirers
regarding the two lots. Councilwoman Teglia requested a re-
port from the Planning and Building Divisions concerning
the transaction of this land.
Counwilwoman Teglia stated that Councilman Mirri would give a
report concerning their recent meeting as representatives of
the City with the representatives of the School Board.
Councilman Mirri explained the recent meeting held with the
Subcommittee of the South San Francisco Unified School Board
of Trustees and the areas covered - crossing guards, Crest-
wood easement, and E1Camino pathway. He stated that another
meeting of the Subcommittees would be scheduled for the end
of the month and a meeting of the joint boards would follow.
As there was nothing further from Council, Mayor Borba asked
if anyone wished to speak under Good and Welfare.
Mr. James Keegan,1244 Crestwood Drive, commented on the com-
prehensive report concerning Sunshine Gardens Park and suggested
the drafting of an ordinance which would prohibit tresspassing
one-half hour after sunset in the parks. He cited the problems
existing because of homes' abutting the park and creating
poor visibility from the street.
Chief of Police Datzman responded by stating there is an
ordinance limiting the hour to 9:00 p.m., a misdemeanor offense.
Mr. Keegan spoke about the juvenile problems in Sunshine
Gardens Park and read the twenty-one items from the Inter-
Office Memorandum dated April 7, 1978, from Captain McKeon,
concerning Sunshine Gardens Park.
Mr. Robert Cox, on behalf of the California Citizens Action
League, thanked Council for their concern and for the Police
Chief's attendance at their recent meeting. He stated that
Mr. Keegan was not speaking for his group, but as an individual.
As no one else spoke, Mayor Borba declared a recess to an
Executive Session at 10:14 p.m., to discuss the acquisition
of certain property.
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RECALL TO ORDER:
ADJOURNMENT
Mayor Borba recalled the meeting to order at ll:lO p.m.,
with all Council present. Mayor Borba stated that no action
or roll call vote had been taken in the Executive Session.
As there was nothing further, Mayor Borba adjourned the meeting.
Time of adjournment: ll:12 p.m.
RESPECTFULLY SUBMITTED:
M~rg/6)Ket M. Pettigrew, Cif/~/Clerk
Cityof South San Francisco
APPROVED:
iam A. Borba ;-M~yor
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.
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