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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes 2003-03-12 MINUTES CITY COUNCIL CITY OF SOUTH SAN FRANCISCO SPECIAL MEETING MARCH 12, 2003 MUNICIPAL SERVICES BUILDING COMMUNITY ROOM 33 ARROYO DRIVE t/O/... ¢ '2 1. Call to Order 6:30 p.m. (Cassette Tape No. 1) 2. Roll Call Present: Councilmen Femekes and Garbarino, Mayor Pro Tem Matsumoto and Mayor Gonzalez Absent: Councilman Green 3. Public Comments None. Closed Session: Pursuant to Government Code Section 54957.6, Labor Negotiations for City Manager; Agency Negotiator Steven Mattas Time entered into Closed Session: Time reconvened into Open Session: Report from Closed Session: 6:32 p.m. 7:03 p.m. (All Councilmembers present) Direction given/no action taken 5. Adjournment Motion-Matsumoto/Second-Garbarino: To adjourn the meeting at 7:05 p.m. Approved by voice vote. Absent: Councilman Green Submitted by: ~. L/~nda Patrick, Deputy City Clerk City of South San Francisco Appr°ved:/7 / ro Gonz~l~z, l~l~(yor City of South San Francisco MINUTES CITY COUNCIL CITY OF SOUTH SAN FRANCISCO REGULAR MEETING MARCH 12, 2003 MUNICIPAL SERVICES BUILDING COMMUNITY ROOM 33 ARROYO DRIVE (Cassette Tape No. 1) CALL TO ORDER: 7:30 p.m. ROLL CALL: Present: Councilmen Femekes and Garbarino, Mayor Pro Tem Matsumoto and Mayor Gonzalez Absent: Councilman Green PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: Led by Mayor Gonzalez INVOCATION: Reverend John Cantley, Grace Covenant Church PRESENTATIONS BART Construction Update - Nia Crowder, South San Francisco BART Liaison - postponed to next meeting. AGENDA REVIEW City Manager Wilson requested that the BART Construction Update be removed. ITEMS FROM COUNCIL · Community Forum · Subcommittee Reports Councilman Garbarino reported that he attended the Girl Scout Pancake Breakfast, BART open house, public hearing at AT&T, a meeting with San Mateo County residents that were laid off within the last two years, South San Francisco Chamber of Commerce Transportation Committee and the South San Francisco High School Blue Knights Dinner. He also announced that the Pee Wee Opener is on March 22 at Alta Loma Park and invited everyone to attend. Councilman Femekes attended the Blue Knights Dinner, Girl Scout Pancake Breakfast, the opening of Raven Biotechnologies, The Back Doctor's Chinese New Year's Eve celebration, BART open house, cocktail party for Russ Moss and the Fire Fighters Retirement Dinner. He announced that the Police Association is having a St. Patrick's Day Dinner on March 23 to benefit their Widow and Orphan's Fund. He acknowledged Rick Demitroff for putting on a benefit to finger print 200 children. He thanked Dennis Crossland and Mayor Pro Tem Matsumoto for their participation on the art selection for the new BART station. Mayor Pro Tem Matsumoto attended the BART open house and thanked the members of the Historical Society for acting as docents. She also attended the retirement dinner for Russ Moss, Girl Scout Pancake Breakfast, Bicycle Pedestrian Advisory Committee, and participated as principal of the day at Los Cerritos School. Mayor Gonzalez attended the Community Preservation Task Force, Water Transportation Authority and requested the public's support for a ferry terminal. He also was principal for a day at Hillside School. PUBLIC COMMENTS Karen Ochsenhirt, 323 Holly Avenue, representing the Cultural Arts Commission announced that the 2003 Youth Art Show would be held at the Municipal Services Building on March 28 and 29, 2003. Steve Savage, Linden Avenue, representing the South San Francisco Classroom Teachers Association requested the Council's support for AB 264 sponsored by Assemblyman Mullin. Del Schembari, 221 Alta Mesa Drive, spoke in favor of AB 264 and thanked the Council for their support of the bill. He questioned if the Council received a copy of his letter that was sent to Mayor Gonzalez regarding the wetlands. He also mentioned that the ferryboats would not be environmentally safe and that he is against bay-fill. CONSENT CALENDAR 1. Motion to approve the minutes of February 26, 2003 regular and special meetings 2. Motion to confirm expense claims of March 12, 2003 in the amount of $1,433,651.72 Resolution 20-2003 amending the FY 2002-03 Capital Improvement Program to include the 2002-03 Street Resurfacing Project program for the repair/maintenance of streets utilized by transit vehicles (RABA Streets) and approve the budget transfer to fund the project Motion to approve encroachment permit with A.R.E. for Bayfront land located at Haskins Way and East Jamie Court o Acknowledgement of proclamations issued: Pat O'Brien, Rich Johnson, Jerry Holbrook, Steve Deschler, and Manny Days (retirees), March 7, 2003 Motion-Fernekes/Second-Garbarino: To approve the Consent Calendar as presented with a minor correction to Item No. 1, regular minutes of February 26, 2003 (noted by the Clerk.) Approved by voice vote. Absent: Councilman Green. Mayor Pro Tem requested that Item No. 5 be heard before Item No. 6. REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES MARCH 12, 2003 PAGE 2 PUBLIC HEARING 5. Community Development Block Grant Program a. Hear testimony on the Housing and Community Development needs for the 5- year Consolidated Plan b. Review proposed activities requesting Community Development Block Grant funds for fiscal year 2003-04; and c. Provide direction to staff regarding funding priorities for the 2003-04 program year Housing and Redevelopment Manager Fragoso introduced Community Development Assistant Brooke Atherton. Staff Report presented by Community Development Assistant Brooke Atherton. Public hearing opened. Speakers: (Each speaker briefly described the services their agency provides and funding requests.) 1) Sue Digre, Parca - Family Support Services 2) Johnny Anguiano, PARCA - Integrated Housing Options 3) Rosa Perez, PARCA - parent 4) Ruby Aubuchon, Shelter Network 5) Diane Papan, John's Closet Mayor Pro Tem Matsumoto stated that she heard last year, not many families from South San Francisco were serviced. 6) Esther Chacon, North Peninsula Neighborhood Services Center, Inc. 7) Marcia Richardson, Shelter Network Mayor Pro Tem Matsumoto commented the City of South San Francisco has been very generous to Shelter Network. 8) Seana O'Shaughnessy, Rebuilding Together Peninsula Mayor Pro Tem Matsumoto questioned what their target group was and Ms. O'Shaughnessy responded that low-income homeowners and community centers are their target groups. REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING MARCH 12, 2003 MINUTES PAGE 3 Mayor Gonzalez questioned what the money would be used for and Ms. O'Shaughnessy said that the money donated would be used for materials and supplies. Councilman Garbarino asked how many projects were in South San Francisco, Ms. O'Shaughnessy stated that currently there are three projects in South San Francisco. 9) Elizabeth Irwini, Ombudsman Program of San Mateo, Inc. 10) Ray Pittsinger, Center for Independence of the Disabled 11) Allison Carlson, La Raza Centro Legal Mayor Pro Tem Matsumoto questioned if the organization helps illegal residents. Ms. Carlson said that they help many illegal residents by referring them to the immigration unit within their organization. Councilman Garbarino asked if they plan to assist more than 400 clients. Ms. Carlson responded that they have already attained their goal of 400 clients. 12) Mari Ellen Reynolds, Second Harvest Food Bank Mayor Pro Tem questioned if meals are served to children when schools are out of session. Ms. Reynolds explained that Second Harvest Food Bank has a program called the "Children's Snack Bag Program," which is offered to children during the holidays. 13) Debra Smith, HIP Housing 14) Dennis Lewis, Samaritan House - Safe Harbor Shelter Mayor Pro Tem Matsumoto requested a report on how many of their clients are South San Francisco residents. Councilman Femekes asked if the original contributors are still contributing. In response to Councilman Femekes question, Mr. Lewis stated that all but San Carlos are contributing, but in lesser amounts. 15) Alexander Spence, Center for Domestic Violence Mayor Pro Tem questioned why they were requesting one-third of their budget from South San Francisco and if the use was primarily for shelter needs. Mr. Spence responded that he was not quite sure as to why the amount was requested and that the primary need was to pay the salary of the person who operates the shelter. Mayor Gonzalez asked if they had merged with Sor Juana Ines and Mr. Spence said that the merger was in process. 16) Ms. Luciano, Sitike Counseling Center REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES MARCH 12, 2003 PAGE 4 17) Joshua Hurwit, Project Sentinel Mayor Pro Tem Matsumoto asked what the difference was between their organization and La Raza. Mr. Hurwit explained that Project Sentinel dealt with discrimination complaints and that La Raza dealt with tenant-landlord issues. 18) Bryon Swerdfeger, ELLIPSE Peninsula AIDS Services Mayor Gonzalez questioned why they were requesting $20,000 more than last year. Mr. Swerdfeger explained that the number of clients were increasing in South San Francisco and with the added funds the clients would receive more support services. 19) Steve Eckert, North Peninsula Family Alternatives 20) Julene Hunter Johnson, Families on Track Mayor Pro Tem asked where their funds were coming from. Ms. Hunter responded that the budget is 100% privately funded. Councilman Fernekes questioned if the requested money would be used solely for a new building. Ms. Hunter said that the money would be used for the new building. Public hearing closed. Housing and Development Manager Fragoso stated that the Council would meet on April 9 for their approval of the plan and funding recommendations of the sub- committee. Recess: 9:37 pm. - 9:45 p.m. Compliance hearing to consider Restated and Amended Development Agreement for Terrabay Phase II and Phase III remaining parcels; Applicant: Myers Development Company - Continued from February 26, 2003 meeting; Public hearing opened Staff Report given by City Attorney Mattas and Director of Economic and Community Development Van Duyn. Public hearing open. Councilman Garbarino stated he is in support of the Performing Arts Center and Childcare Center. He also asked if there would be any financial impact to the City if the agreement was to be extended. Director Van Duyn explained that there would be no impact to the City. Mayor Pro Tern Matsumoto questioned if Mr. Myers could sell the property within the extension. Director Van Duyn stated that if another developer purchases the property the new owners have to adhere to the same development agreement. REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES MARCH 12, 2003 PAGE 5 Mr. Myers stated that he does plan to build a commercial development including the amenity package, part of which is a Performing Arts Center and Childcare Center. Councilman Femekes was in agreement that the amenity package should remain with the project and that the development agreement be extended. Del Schembari, 221 Alta Mesa, stated that San Bruno Mountain Watch would not have a problem if the development agreement was to be extended. Mayor Gonzalez stated his concerns with the below market price units and the amenities. He also questioned if there could be a mixed-use development on the property. Director Van Duyn stated that developer would have to amend the development agreement and it would have to be re-negotiated. Close of public comments. Motion-Garbarino/Second-Fernekes: The applicant is in compliance with the terms of the development agreement as of today. Approved by voice vote. Absent: Councilman Green. Mr. Myers stated that the condominium project is under construction and should be completed in August of 2004. Mr. Myers informed Council that he would find solutions to move forward on the commercial project. He thanked the Council, the Planning Commission and staff for their support and cooperation. The project is called The Peninsula Mandalay and all are invited to a ribbon cutting ceremony in May. ADMINISTRATIVE BUSINESS 8. Refinancing Opportunity for 1993 Conference Center Revenue Bonds Staff report presented by Finance Director Steele. Councilman Fernekes complimented the Conference Center Authority and the Finance Department for re-financing Conference Center bonds saving $45,000. LEGISLATIVE BUSINESS Waive reading and introduce an ordinance amending SSFMC Chapter 4.04, Purchasing System, and adopt a resolution electing under Public Contract Code 22030 to become subject to the uniform public construction cost accounting procedures Staff report presented by Assistant Finance Director David Woo. Councilman Garbarino questioned if there would be an impact to the City if the bid limits were raised. City Manager Wilson explained that there would be no impact. Mayor Pro Tem Matsumoto questioned the proposed procedure for the bidding process. City Attorney Mattas explained the difference between change orders and maintenance. REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING MARCH 12, 2003 MINUTES PAGE 6 Mayor Gonzalez requested an explanation, for the viewing public, on how the City would save time and money if the new procedure was in place. Public Works Director Gibbs gave a brief explanation of the bidding process. Councilman Femekes was in support of Councilman Garbarino's idea to increase the bidding limits. Motion-Garbarino/Second-Fernekes: to waive reading and introduce an ordinance amending of South San Francisco Municipal Code Chapter 4.04, Purchasing System, including an amendment to the ordinance, Section 1, Chapter 4.04.080, as follows: a) Purchases of supplies, services, equipment and the sale of personal property that do not fall under Sections 4.04.070 or 4.04.073 shall be by the open market procedures described in this section when the estimated value, exclusive of sales tax and freight, exceeds Five Thousand dollars ($5,000) Ten thousand dollars ($10,000). Approved by voice vote. Absent: Councilman Green. Motion-Garbarino/Second-Femekes: to approve Resolution No. 21-2003 electing under Public Contract Code 22030 to become subject to the uniform public construction cost accounting procedures. Approved by voice vote. Absent: Councilman Green. Motion-Fernekes/Second Garbarino: to approve a weekly check run on a six-month trial basis. On the Question: Mayor Pro Tem Matsumoto questioned if Council would be approving checks that have been paid and ones that are going to be paid. City Attorney Mattas stated that would be the new procedure. Approved by voice vote. Absent Councilman Green. ADJOURNMENT Motion-Femekes/Second-Green: To adjourn the meeting at 10:45 p.m. Approved by voice vote. Absent: Councilman Green Submitted by: Linda Patrick, Deputy City Clerk City of South San Francisco Approved: Pedro Gonzalez, Mayor City of South San Francisco REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES MARCH 12, 2003' PAGE 7