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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes 1979-02-21Mayor William A. Borba Vice Mayor Terry J. Mirri Council: Ronald G. Acosta Emanuele N. Damonte Roberta Cerri Teglia MINUTES CITY COUNCIL W. Orange Avenue Library Auditorium February 21, 1979 AGENDA ACTION TAKEN Regular Meeting Regular Meeting CALL TO ORDER (TF-607) 7:30 p.m. Mayor Borba presiding. Council present: Acosta, Damonte, Mirri, Teglia, and Mayor Borba PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE Recited PRESENTATION Presentation by No. Peninsula Neighborhood Ms. Debbie Capurro briefly outlined the Neighbor- Services Center - Proposed 1978/79 Services hood Home Improvement Program which was planned Project to alleviate minor Health and Safety Code viola- (TF-612) tions to help low and moderate income homeowners in Brisbane, South San Francisco, San Bruno and Millbrae. She explained the funds available - last year, this year and proposed next year. ~i,~ ~?~ She further commented on the services provided to the community. Council questioned Ms. Capurro concerning the services and the amount of money requested. Council felt more information should be given. Ms. Capurro stated that she would present Council with more information at its next meeting. Mayor Borba continued the matter to a future Study Session - no objections. RESOLUTION COMMENDING PETER RAMIREZ FOR HIS SERVICES TO THE CITY OF SOUTH SAN FRANCISCO (TF-728) Introduced: Damonte RESOLUTION NO. 15A-79 Adopted unanimously by roll call vote. RESOLUTION EXPRESSING APPREICATION TO THE MOONLIGHT WELDING & MAINTENANCE SERVICE Introduced: Damonte RESOLUTION NO. 15B-79 Adopted unanimously by roll call vote. AGENDA (Continued) ACTION TAKEN (Continued) AGENDA REVIEW (TF- 734) AGENDA REVIEW Request for Executive Personnel Session during meeting No objections - so approved Addition of request for pa3anent for Geller~t No objections - so approved Boulevard under Items from Staff 25 Request of developer that SA-78-50 and RPD-78-4/Brosnan be removed from the Consent Calendar and permission be granteC to address the issue CONSENT CALENDAR (TF-771) Council debated whether it should be considered or held over as requested by Staff. Council consented to discuss the matter as 7A under City Manager Minutes of the Adjourned Regular Meet- ings of 2/1 & 5/79; Regular Meeting of 2/7/79 Motion to approve 2. Staff Report 2/21/79 authorizing Pur- chasing Officer to advertise & sell 13 City vehicles .~--/~-~ 3. Staff Report 2/21/79 authorizing call for bids - 25 turnout coats 4. Staff Report 2/21/79 concerning Housirg & Development Block Grant 5. Staff Report 2/21/79 requesting con- tinuance of SA-78-50; RPD-78-4 APPROVAL OF BILLS (TF-773) Motion to authorize Motion to authorize M/S Damonte/Acosta - Consent Calendar be approved Carried unanimously by voice vote Removed and to be discussed under City Manager APPROVAL OF BILLS 6. Regular Bills of February 21, 1979 Due to conflict of interest, Mayor Borba recited the list of bills he wished to be deleted. M/S Borba/Damonte - approved as amended. Carried unanimously by voice vote. M/S Damonte/Acosta - approved, deleted claims Carried by majority voice vote; Mayor Borba abstained from voting on the deleted claims. CITY CLERK CITY CLERK Staff Report 2/21/79 requesting meet- ing date for Council reorganization City Manager Birkelo explained the Staff Report reminding Council of the traditional change in Mayor's and Vice Mayor's seats in March. M/S Damonte/Teglia - That March 21, 1979, be set as date for consideration of the matter. Carried unanimously by voice vote 2/21/79 Page 2 AGENDA (Continued) ACTION TAKEN (Continued) 7A. Staff R~port 2/21/79 requesting con- tinuance of SA-78-50 and RPD-78-4/ Brosnan (TF-798) (TF-827) (TF-1022) (TF-1206) City Planner Costanzo briefly summarized the current status of the project; Council's request for return for consideration of the site eleva- tion and site plan; the withholding of approval of the Subdivision Map pending resdesign of the subdivision to eliminate 10 units and modifying the parking. He stated that Staff had not the opportunity to study the DCCR's and no recommend- ation could be made. Mayor Borba invited anyone to speak. Mr. David Van Atta, Attorney at Law, representing the developer, explained the mechanism of a condominium project as compared to rental housing. He commented on the language in the addendum to the Declaration of Covenants con- cerning the phase currently under construction. He stated that people were already living in the three existing buildings and that those tenants would have the first refusal to purchase. Council discussed the advise of the City Attorney to decide the issue at consideration of the Final Map; and the neglect of property by rental occupants. Mr. Van Atta explained the restrictions of the DCCR's, enforcement of fine procedures and liens on units, and requested approval of the tenta- tive map. City Attorney Noonan advised Council on procedure for approving a tentative map should they so desire and provisions for owner-occupancy as opposed to rental-occupancy. Council recessed 8:36 to 8:50 p.m. - all Council present. Ms. Rosalind Wheeler, Landscape Architect for the developer, from sketches, explained the arrangements and plantings of trees and shrubbery the irrigation and types of trees. M/S Damonte/Teglia - To approve the Landscape Architect's conceptual plans. Carried unanimously by voice vote. Council next debated the determination of the Sit Plan; placement of stone facing, the installatior of wooden railing, concerning of citizens, and the availability of City records from which to make comparisons. 2/21/79 Page 3 AGENDA (Continued) CITY MANGER (Continued) 7A. staff Report 2/21/79 requesting con- tinuance of SA-78-50 and RPD-78-4/ Brosnan (Continued) (TF-1364) (TF-1378) Staff Report 2/21/79 recommending Council read for the second time and adopt the Ordinance (TF-1446) 2nd Reading/Adoption AN ORDINANCE AMENDING ORD. NO. 538 EN- TITLED "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF SO. SAN FRANCISCO REGULATING THE ACC~ MULATION, COLLECTION & DISPOSAL OF GARBAGE, RUBBISH, WASTE MATTER AND REFUSE; FIXING RATES TO BE CHARGED; AUTHORIZING ISSUANCE OF PERMITS AND MAKING OF CONTRACTS; REFUSE ABATEMENT BY CITY AT OWNER'S EXPENSE; DESIGNAT- ING ENFORCEMENT OFFICERS, AND PROVID- ING PENALTIES FOR VIOLATION OF THIS ORDINANCE," ADOPTED OCT. 25, 1965. ACTION TAKEN (Continued) CITY MANAGER (Continued) M/S Acosta/Teglia - That the tentative Site Plan be approved. Mrs. Marie Cox, 466 Holly Avenue, spoke in oppo- sition and requested that Council continue the matter until the residents could be fully notified. Mr. Laurence Casey, Vice Chairman of CAL, ex- pressed his organization's concerns about rental occupancy. Carried by.majority roll call vote, Mirri and Borba voting "No." Mayor Borba continued the issues of the Tentative Map, language in the restrictions of owner- occupany to February 28, 1979, 7:30 p.m. -. no objections. Mayor Borba declared the Public Hearing opened. City Manager Birkelo explained the ordinance providing an alternative method for future rate adjustments and setting up of a citizens' review board. Mayor Borba invited anyone to speak. No one spoke. Mayor Borba declared the Public Hearing closed. M/S Acosta/Damonte - That the reading of the Ordinance in its entirety be waived and that the Ordinance be passed and adopted by reading title only. The title of the Ordinance was read. Carried unanimously by voice vote. M/S Damonte/Acosta- That the Ordinance be passed and adopted. ORDINANCE NO. 782-79 Adopted unanimously by roll call vote. Council recessed at 9:45 to 9:55 p.m. - all Council present. City Manager Birkelo requested that Item 10, the Redevelopment Ordinance, be considered next as a number of people were present for the matter. So ordered - no ojeCtions. 2/21/79 Page 4 AGENDA (Continued CITY MANAGER (Continued) 10. Staff Report 2/21/79 recommending Council read for the first time and introduce the ordinance 1st Reading/Introduction AN ORDINANCE DECLARING THE NEED FOR A REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY TO FUNCTION IN THE CITY OF SO. SAN FRANCISCO AND DECLARING THE CITY COUNCIL TO BE THE REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY FOR THE CITY OF SO. SAN FRANCISCO (TF-O01 - Side 2) (TF-027) 13. Staff Report 2/21/79 recommending Council authorize submittal of O.P.R. "701" Planning Assistance Grant Appli- cation to prepare a Redevelopment Strategy & Tax Increment Financing Analysis (TF-O85) 14. Staff Report 2/21/79 recommending Council authorize submittal of appli- cation for EDA Technical Assistance Grant. (TF-106) ACTION TAKEN (Continued) CITY MANAGER (Continued) Mayor Borba declared the Public Hearing opened. City Manager Birkelo recapitulated the events of the past few months involving Council, Staff, property owners, business people and discussions held concerning the City's Community Development Program. He stated that the Bethlehem property was being placed on the market and they had re- quested this matter be deferred until the new property owner could be negotiated with. Mr. William Hern, representing the Peninsula Manufacturer's Association, read a communication which he passed out to Council. Mr. Wayne Waubrick, Manager of Real Estate, Bethlehem Steel Corporation, Bethlehem, Pennsyl- vania, explained the position of his corporation to develop its property to the highest and best uses. He stated that Bethlehem Corp., intends to place this property on the market. He further commented on previous discussions regarding re- development and requested Council defer its decision; and should they decide to proceed, that Bethlehem property not be included in the development area. As no one else spoke, Mayor Borba declared the Public Hearing closed. M/S Teglia/Acosta - To table the Ordinance Carried unanimously by voice vote. Mayor Borba requested that the Items 13 and 15 concerning Grants next be heard - no objections City Manager Birkelo explained that the State Office of Planning and Research offers grants to municipalities for preparation of various planning studies and recommending submittal of the grant application. City Manager Birkelo explained the grant request regarding funds to prepare a feasibility, market and design analysis for the Bethlehem Steel site. Council questioned Staff concerning matching grants and "in-kind" services. Introduced: Teglia 2/21/79 Page 5 AGENDA (Continued) ACTION TAKEN (Continued) CITY MANAGER (Continued) 13. Submittal of O.p.R. "701" Planning Assistance Grant Application (Cont.) CITY MANAGER (Continued) A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE SUBMITTAL ~RESOLUTION NO. 16-79 OF A SECTION 701 COMPREHENSIVE PLAN- NING ASSISTANCE GRANT APPLICATION. Adopted by majority roll call vote, Acosta and Borba voting "No." Introduced: Damonte 14. A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING STAFF TO SUBMIT THE ATTACHED APPLICATIONS FOR AN EDA TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE GRANT 9. Staff Report 2/21/79 recommending Council read for the first time and introduce the Ordinance re Para- medic/Firefighter to competitive service (TF-110) RESOLUTION NO. 17-79 Adopted by majority roll call vote, Acosta and Borba voting "No." Mayor Borba declared the Public Hearing opened. City Manager Birkelo explained the single entry level, Firefighter; voluntary class of Firefighte Paramedic. He commented on the training and proposal that a new entry level classification be established, Paramedic/Firefighter. Council next discussed the possibility of Para- medic/Firefighters' being utilized from present list on a volunteer basis, as a condition of his employment; and length of service as Paramedic/Firefighter. (TF-235) Fire Chief Zylker explained the opportunities to transfer as listed on page 2 of the Staff Report, and openings which will occur. Council discussed at length the Paramedic/ Firefighter training; a change that all entry levels would be Paramedic/Firefighter; and training sessions. (TF-324) Council recessed from 10:58 to ll:15 p.m. - all Council present. 1st Reading/Introduction AN ORDINANCE AMENDING SEC 6 OF ORD. 449, ADOPTED MARCH 21, 1960, ENTITLE£ "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF SO. SAN FRANCISCO RECREATING & RE-ESTABLISH- ING A PERSONNEL SYSTEM FOR THE CITY OF SO. SAN FRANCISCO REPEALING ORD. 216 AND ALL INCONSISTENT ORDINANCES." ? M/S Damonte/Teglia - That the 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. The title was read. Carried unanimously by voice vote. M/S Damonte/Teglia - That the Ordinance be introduced by reading title only. Carried unanimously by roll call vote. 2/21/79 Page 6 AGENDA (Continued) ACTION TAKEN (Continued) CITY MANAGER (Continued) Amending Classification Plan by adding class specifications for Paramedic/Firefighter (Continued) A RESOLUTION AMENDING THE SOUTH SAN FRANCISCO EMPLOYEE CLASSIFICATION PLAN BY THE ADDITION, DELETION, AND MODIFICATION OF CERTAIN CLASSES PUBLIC SERVICES CITY MANAGER (Continued) Introduced: Damonte RESOLUTION NO. !8-78 Adopted unanimously by roll call vote PUBLIC SERVICES 40 19. Staff Report 2/21/79 - Sewer Services Charges - recommending Council read for the first time and introduce two Ordinances: (TF-344) Mayor Borba declared the Public Hearing opened. The Director of Public Services explained the procedures to establish updated sewer servicel charges to meet the Revenue Program requirements imposed by the Environmental Protection Agency. He further commented on the modifications to the Ordinance regulating waste discharged. (TF-434) Council discussed the rates to be charged; the operating surplus, deficiency budget. No one else spoke. Mayor Borba closed the Public Hearing. 1st Reading/Introduction AN ORDINANCE ESTABLISHING SEWER CHAR- GES AND PROCEDURES RELATED THERETO & AMENDING ORD. NO. 396, AS AMENDED. M/S Acosta/Damonte - That the 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. The title of the Ordinance was read. Carried unanimously by voice vote. M/S Acosta/Damonte - That the Ordinance be introduced by reading title only. Carried by majority roll call vote, Mayor Borba voting, "No." 1st Reading/Introduction M/S Acosta/Damonte- That the reading of the AN ORDINANCE AMENDING ORD. NO. 661 Ordinance in its entirety be waived and that ADOPTED APRIL 1, 1974, ENTITLED, "AN the Ordinance be introduced and read for the ORDINANCE REGULATING WASTE DISCHARGES" first time by reading title only. The title of the Ordinance was read. Carried unanimously by voice vote. M/S. Acosta/Damonte - That the Ordinance be introduced by reading title only. Carried by majority roll call vote, Mayor Borba voting, "No." 2/21/79 Page 7 AGENDA (Continued) CITY MANAGER ACTION TAKEN (Continued) CITY MANAGER ll. 12. Staff Report 2/21/79 recommending City Manager Birkelo explained the time element Council set a Public Hearing date to for public notices and postings, and publications. consider Rezoning Cases RZ-78-50, RZ-78-51, RZ-78-53, RZ-78-54, RZ-78-55 Council tentatively set the dates of March 19 and westerly side of Chestnut Ave.; northerly side of Grand Ave. (lF-512) ~.~/~ Staff Report 2/21/79 - Status Report on V-78-212/Carlos Flores (TF-553) 22, 1979, pending location site. So ordered - no objections City Manag~Birkelo stated that this report was for information only. City Planner Costanzo explained Staff's efforts to resolve the situation with Mr. Flores and commented on the progress made. He further explained the financial situation of Mr. Flores. M/S Mirri/Teglia - That the property owners be cited if the converted construction is not corrected in ninety days. Carried by majority vote; Acosta voting "No." 14. 16. Staff Report 2/21/79 - Proposed R-E City Manager Birkelo explained that because of Rural Estates Zone District (ZA-78-13) the recent Municipal Organization Act of 1977, recommending that Council: it would be necessary to pre-zone these properties a) review & Consider Negative Declara- coming under Council's jurisdiction. tion No. 190 b) read for first time & introduce 1st Reading/Introduction AN ORDINANCE STABLISHING RURAL ESTATE ZONE REGULATIONS & AMENDING ORD. 353 Council expressed its concerns about "piece-meal', annexations, and the desires of the property owners in the County Club area. Mayor Borba requested that this matter be con- AS AMENDED, ENTITLED "ZONING ORDINANCE tinued to a meeting which would be attended by OF CITY OF SO. SAN FRANCISCO TO SO PROVIDE. (TF-627) ~-~/~ Staff Report 2/21/79 recommending Council adopt the resolution autho- rizing execution of Agreement - HCDA Housing Rehab. Services interested parties. So ordered - no objections City Manager Birkelo explained the Staff Report concerning the Agreement with the County of San Mateo - for the HCDA.Housing Rehabilitation Services. A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE EXECU- TION OF AGREEMENT WITH HOUSING RE- HABILITATION SERVICES PARKS AND RECREATION Introduced: Acosta RESOLUTION NO. 19-79 Adopted unanimously by roll call vote. PARKS AND RECREATION 17. Staff Report 2/21/79 concerning the RestructUring of Parks Division (TF-676) Director of Parks & Recreation Norton explained the recommendaton which would combine the posi- tions of Park Superintendent and Landscape Specialist into one position - Superintendent of Parks and Landscape. 2/21/79 Page 8 AGENDA (Continued) PARKS AND RECREATION (Continued) 17. Staff Report 2/21/79 concerning the Restructuring of Parks Division (Continued) (TF-857) POLICE 18. Staff Report 2/21/79 recommending Council read for second time & adopt the Abandoned/Wrecked Vehicle Ord. (TF-923) 2nd Reading/Adoption AN ORDINANCE PROVIDING FOR THE ABATE- MENT & REMOVAL AS PUBLIC NUISANCES OF ABANDONED, WRECKED, DISMANTLED OR INOPERATIVE VEHICLES OR PARTS THEREOF FROM PRIVATE PROPERTY OR PUBLIC PROP- ERTY NOT INCLUDING HIGHWAYS AND RE- COVERY OF COSTS OF ADMINISTRATION THEREOF AS AUTHORIZED BY SECTION 22660 VEHICLE CODE. 20. Staff Report 2/21/79 recommending Council review the current status of the Task Force Committee's work - Muncipal Services Building. (TF-952) ITEMS FROM COUNCIL Knox Bill Request ACTION TAKEN (Continued) PARKS AND RECREATION (Continued) Council discussed the structure of the organiza- tional chart as presented to them; the examination with certain minimum qualifications. Mr. Patrick Kidd, President of Union Local 1659, stated that his union was presently preparing a proposal to be presented to Council and requested a delay so that it might be brought to them. M/S Mirri/Borba - That the Restructuring Plan be rejected. Motion failed by majority roll call vote; Acosta, Damonte and Teglia, voting "No." Mayor Borba ordered the matter continued so that the Union could come to Council with its proposal; no objections. POLICE Mayor Borba declared the Public Hearing opened. City Manager Birkelo explained the Staff Report. Mayor Borba invited anyone to speak on the matter. As no one spoke, Mayor Borba closed the Hearing. M/S Damonte/Teglia - That the reading of the Ordinance in its entirety be waived and that the Ordinance be passed and adopted by reading title only. The title of the Ordinance was read. Carried unanimously by voice vote. M/S Damonte/Teglia - That the Ordinance be passed and adopted. ORDINANCE NO. 783-79 Adopted unanimously by roll call vote. Mayor Borba ordered that this matter be continued to the adjourned regular meeti~to be held on Wednesday, February 28, 1979, to give Council more time for discussion - no objections. ITEMS FROM COUNCIL Councilwoman Teglia requested Staff prepare a document to be sent State legislators indicating Council's opposition, also requested this be brought to Council of Mayors. 2/21/79 Page 9 AGENDA (Continued) ITEMS FROM STAFF ACTION TAKEN (Continued) ITEMS FROM STAFF Request for parti, al pa.yment to City Manager Birkelo requested Staff to autho- Gel'!ert Boulevard Assessment District rize payment to Ge!lert'Boulevard Assessment (TF-!O09) District, partial payment for work completed ,~/_ ~' ~7~ up to date. Mayor Borba so approved - no objections GOOD AND WELFARE GOOD AND WELFARE Mayor Borba invited anyone to speak. No one spoke Executive Personnel Session (TF-IOIO) Council adjourned to an Executive Personnel Session at 1:05 a.m. Meeting was recalled to order at 1:22 a.m.; no action taken. Mayor Borba adjourned the meeting to Monday, February 26, 1979, 4:30 p.m., to interview applicants to Boards and Commissions. Time of adjournment: 1:25 a.m. RESPECTFULLY SUBMITTED, APPROVED: Ffa~)~are~/M. Pettigrew, C,iyy Clerk Cil~y o:f/South San FranCisc' o l~l~m'~' Borb City of South San Francisco The entries of this Council meeting show the action taken by the City Council to dispose of the item. Ora! 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 are available for inspection, review and copying. 2/21/79 Page 10