HomeMy WebLinkAbout2003-04-09 e-packetSPECIAL MEETING
CITY COUNCIL
OF THE
CITY OF SOUTH SAN FRANCISCO
P.O. Box 711 (City Hall, 400 Grand Avenue)
South San Francisco, California 94083
Meeting to be held at:
MUNICIPAL SERVICES BUILDING
CITY COUNCIL COMMUNITY ROOM
33 ARROYO DRIVE
APRIL 9, 2003
6:30 P.M.
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, pursuant to Section 54956 of the Government Code of the
State of California, the City Council of the City of South San Francisco will hold a Special Meeting
on Wednesday, the 9th day of April, 2002, at 6:30 p.m., in the Municipal Services Building,
Community Room, 33 Arroyo Drive, South San Francisco, California.
Purpose of the meeting:
1. Call to Order
2. Roll Call
o
Public Comments - comments are limited to items on the Special Meeting
Agenda
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Closed Session: Pursuant to Government Code Section 54957.6
conference with Labor Negotiator Jennifer Bower on Confidential and
Mid-Management unit negotiations
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Adjournment
Clerk
AGENDA
REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY
CITY OF SOUTH SAN FRANCISCO
REGULAR MEETiNG
MUNICIPAL SERVICE BUILDING
COMMUNITY ROOM
APRIL 9, 2003
7:00 P.M.
PEOPLE OF SOUTH SAN FRANCISCO
You are invited to offer your suggestions. In order that you may know our method of conducting Agency
business, we proceed as follows:
The regular meetings of the Redevelopment Agency are held on the second and fourth Wednesday of
each month at 7:00 p.m. in the Municipal Services Building, Community Room, 33 Arroyo Drive, South
San Francisco, California.
Public Comment: For those wishing to address the Board on any Agenda or non-Agendized item, please
complete a Speaker Card located at the entrance to the Community Room and submit it to the Clerk.
Please be sure to indicate the Agenda Item # you wish to address or the topic of your public comment.
California law prevents Redevelopment Agency from taking action on any item not on the Agenda
(except in emergency circumstances). Your question or problem may be referred to staff for investigation
and/or action where appropriate or the matter may be placed on a future Agenda for more comprehensive
action or a report. When your name is called, please come to the podium, state your name and address for
the Minutes. COMMENTS ARE GENERALLY LIMITED TO FIVE (5) MINUTES PER SPEAKER. In
the event that there are more than six persons desiring to speak, the Chair may reduce the amount of time
per speaker to three (3) minutes. Thank you for your cooperation.
The Clerk will read successively the items of business appearing on the Agenda. As she completes
reading an item, it will be ready for Board action.
PEDRO GONZALEZ
Chairman
KARYL MATSUMOTO
Vice Chair
RICHARD A. GARBARINO, SR.
Boardmember
BEVERLY BONALANZA-FORD
Investment Officer
MICHAEL A. WILSON
Executive Director
JOSEPH A. FERNEKES
Boardmember
RAYMOND L. GREEN
Boardmember
SYLVIA M. PAYNE
Clerk
STEVEN T. MATTAS
Counsel
PLEASE TURN OFF CELL PHONES AND PAGERS
HEARING ASSISTANCE EQUIPMENT IS AVAILABLE FOR USE BY THE HEARING-IMPAIRED AT REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY MEETINGS
CALL TO ORDER
ROLL CALL
AGENDA REVIEW
PUBLIC COMMENTS
CONSENT CALENDAR
1. Motion to approve the minutes of the March 26, 2003 regular meeting
2. Motion to confirm expense claims of April 9, 2003
ADMINISTRATIVE BUSINESS
3. Motion to reject bids for Gateway Child Care Center
ADJOURNMENT
REGULAR REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY MEETING APRIL 9, 2003
AGENDA PAGE 2
Redevelopment Agency
Staff Report
DATE: April 09, 2003
TO: Redevelopment Agency Board
FROM: Assistant City Manager
SUBJECT: GatewayChildcare Center
RECOMMENDATION:
It is recommended that the City Council, by motion, reject all bids and authorize the rebid of
the Gateway Child Care Center.
BACKGROUND/DISCUSSION:
The bids were received on March 24, 2003 for the new Gateway Childcare Center.
(See the attached analysis)
Staff has reviewed the bid packages and found that nine bid packages have errors and judged to be
nonconforming. The City Council may reject all bids without cause.
It is recommended that the project be rebid to allow all the companies that bid and others that might
consider to offer a bid package that is absent of errors and conforms to the contract document
instructions.
Assistant City M~r
Approved:
Executive Director
ATTACHMENT: Bid Analysis
MVD/JG/ed
CITY OF SOUTH SAN FRANCISCO
GATEWAY CHILD CARE BUILDING
BID BREAKDOWN - TOTAL COSTS
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ITEM QUANT
NO, ITEM DESCRIPTION COST COST COST COST COST COST
mY COST COST COST COST
1 Site Construction: Demolition 1 $ $ 5,536.00! $ 12,745.00 $ 9,700.00 $ 25,740.00 $ 11,187.00 $ 4,702.00 $ 4,840.00 $ 20,000.00 I$ 13,282.00
2 Site Construction: Earthwork 1 $ 45,995.00 $ 42,718.00 $ 77,026.00 $ 100,300.00$ 93,740.00 $ 67,024.00 $ 139,842.00 $ 60,700.00 $ 24,000.00 $ 42,027.00
3
Site Construction:
Site Utilities 1 $ 62,000.00 $ 54,891.00 $ 57,354.00 $ 48,100.00 $ 126,580.00 $ 61,528.00 $ 72,876.00 $ 64,190.00!$ 65,000.00 $ 42,133.00
4 Site Construction: Landscaping 1 $ 56,000.00 $ 121,250.00 $ 60,000.00 $ 140,500.00 $ 120.900.00 $ 9,297.00 $ 101,204.00 $ 145,868.00 $ 90,000.00 $ 94,583.00
5 Site Constrauction: Concrete Paving 1 $ 57,223.00 $ 72,897.00 $ 85,000.00 $ 94,100.00 $ 99,340.00 $ 27,967.00 $ 105,553.00 $ 6,036.00 $ 50,000.00 $ 74,413.00
5 :Concrete Foundations 1 $ $ 140,506.00 $ 170,851.00 $ 70,500.00 $ 325,100.00 $ 39,154.00 $ 61,062.00 $ 35,166.00 $ 80,000.00 $ 119,949.00
7 Concrete: Slab on Grade 1 $ 141,000.00 $ 62,280.00 I$ 52,507.00 $ 52,600.00 $ $ 139,244.00 $ 113,401.00 $ 115,674.00 $ 80,000.00 $ 51,526.00
Concrete: Sub Total
8 Metals: Sructural Steel 1 ,$ 49,600.00 $ 85,579.00 $ 17,049.00 $ 25,000.00 $ 32,300.00 $ 29,500.00 $ 11,755.00 $ 29,863.00 $ 30,000.00 $ 29,627.00
9 Metals: Metal Fabriation 1 $ $ 2,350.00 $ 897.00 $ 6,000.00 $ 54,620.00 $ 50,117.00 $ 5,877.00 $ 6,920.00 $ 40,000.00 $ 50,086.00
10 Wood: Rough Carpentry 1 $ 10,177.00 $ 236,802.00 $ 256,713.00 $ 242,800.00 $ 329,200.00 $ 330,000.00 $ 414,978.00 $ 177,000.00 !$ 428,500.00 $ 263,267.00
11 Wood: Glu-bam Structural Units 1 $ 290,064.00 $ 107,500.00 $ 64,304.00 $ 27,000.00 $ 36,570.00 $ 12,305.00 $ 10,000.00 $ 224,500.00 $ 60,000.00 $ 61,611.00
12 Wood: Finish Carpentry 1 $ $ 10,105.00 $ 1,680.00 $ 13,700.00 $ 42,670.00 $ 10,026.00 $ 294.00 $ 4,455.005 10,000.00 $ 44,720.00
13 Wood: Architectural Woodwork 1 $ 53,000.00 $ 56,975.00 $ 77,124.00 .$ 78,000.00 $ 76,000.00 $ 87,032.00 $ 62,297.00 !$ 86,719.00 $ 97,000.00 $ 86,978.00
14 Thermal and Moisture Protection: Building 1 $ 18,150.00 $ 16,716.00 ,$ 18,145:00 $ 10,500.00 $ 18,950.00 $ 17,893.00 $ 18,278.00i $ 19,260.00 $ 14,000.00 $ 14,528.00
15 Thermal and Moisture Protection: Underla 1 $ 2,000.00 $ 3,334.00 $ 2,392.00 $ 25,000.00 $ 26,300.00 $ 2,796.00 $ 2,351.00 $ 22,772.00 $ 6,500.00 !$ 20,124.00
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ITEM QUANTI
NO. ITEM DESCRIPTION COST COST COST COST COST
TY COST COST COST COST COST
16 Thermal and Moisture Protection: Roofin.c 1 s 100,364.00 $ 104,082.00 $ 103,411.00 $ 215,500.00 $ 158,500.00 $ 121,612.00 $ 185,600.00 $ 181,810.00 $ 10,000.00 $ 99,079.00
Thermal and Moisture Protection: Sub
17 Doors andWindows: Steel Doors 1 $ 47,100.00 $ 35,206.00 $ 43,338.00 $ 20,600.00 '$ 17,300.00 $ 11,187.00 $ 11,755.00 $ 44,557.00 $ 25,000.00 i$ 12,857.00
16 Doors and Windows: Access Doors & Par 1 $ $ 376.00 $ 2,889.00 $ 8,500.00 $ 2,440.00 $ 2,797.00 $ 588.00 ~$ 3,332.00 $ 1,000.00 $ 1,118.00
~9 Doors and Windows: Aluminum Window 1 $ $ 19,458.00 $ 42,037.00 $ 32,000.00 $ 39,300.00 $ 49,500.00 $ 28,210.00 $ 54,171.00 $ 50,000.00 $ 156,520.00
2o Doors and Windows: Hardware ~ $ $ 35,206.00 $ 11,557.00 $ 21,000.00 $ 80,210.00 $ 33,561.00 $ 51,753.00 $ 29,083.00 $ 20,000.00 $ 27,887.00
2~ Window Walls 1 $ 147,100.00 ~$ 135,450.00 $ 126,110.00 $ 116,000.00 $ 141,400.00 $ 145,500.00 $ 117,542.00 $ 135,411.00 $ 175,000.00 $
22 Finishes: Podland Cement Plaster 1 $ 68,990.00 $ 75,033.00 $ 76,967.00 $ 45,500.00 $ 73,140.00 $ 80,505.00 $ 70,340.00 $ 78,139.00:$ 82,000.00 $ 53,7~.00
23 Finishes: Gypsum Board Assemblies ~ $ 68,200.00 $ 75,250.00 i$ 83,922.00 $ 35,000.00 ~$ 87,500.00 s 84,505.00 ~$ 82,280.00 $ 80,307.00 $ 80,co0.00 $ 91,009.00
24 Finishes: Tile ~ $ 8,640.00 $ 9,288.00 i s 10,502.00 $ 15,000.00, $ 18,300.00 $ 10,500.00 ~ 13,682.00 ~$ 12,380.00 $ 10,000.00 !$ 9,660.00
25 Finishes: Acoustical Ceiling ~ $ 20,649.00 $ 22,198.00 $ 24,095.00 $ 20,650.00 $ 25,200.00 $ 25,500.00 $ 24,271.00 $ 27,960.001 $ 25,000.00 $ 23,088.00
26 Finishes: Resilent Tile Flooring ~ $ $ 6,450.00 $ 4,026.00 $ 18,500.00 $ 16,900.00 $ 18,500.00 $ 16,301.00 $ 17,790.00 $ 35,000.00 $ 13,293.00
27 Finishes: Carpet Tiles ~ $ 24,213.00 $ 18,275.00 $ 22,812.00 $ 17,100.00 $ 11,640.00 $ 18,500.00 $ 11,219.00 $ 16,200.00 $ $ 20,241.00
~ Finishes: Painting and Coatings 1 $ 210,868.00 $ 23,650.00 $ 35,240.00 $ 30,000.00 $ 26,820.00 ~ 33,505.00 $ 25,859.00 $ 32,102.00 $ 30,000.00 $ 39,354.00
32 Mechanical: Plumbing ~ $ 61,800.00 $ 68,800.00 $ 69,371.00 $ 74,800.00 $ 64,500.00 $ 78,500.00i $ 80,869.00 $ 71,917.00 ¢ 70,000.00 $ 87,855.00
33 Mechanical: HVAC ~ ~$ 48,900.00 $ 86,538.00 $ 61,002.00 ~ 76,000.00 $ 94,900.00 $ 131,470.00 $ 79,709.00 $ 139,900.00 $ 60,000.00 $ 59,142.00
34 Mechanical: Fire Sprinkler Systems ~ $ 20,425.00 $ 28,541.00 $ 30,981.00 $ 34,400.00 $ 38,000.00 $ 34,912.00 $ 34,145.00 $ 37,937.00 $ ao,ooo.oo $ 38,~6.00
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ITEM QUANTI
NO. ITEM DESCRIPTION TY COST COST COST COST COST COST COST COST COST COST
35 Etectricah Power & Distribution 1 $ 180,000.00 $ 95,675.00 i$ 62,720.00 $ 33,550.00 $ 31,840.00 $ 95,089.00 S 64,060.00 $ 162,000.00 $ 65,000.00 $ 212,420.00
36 Electrical: Lighting 1 $ $ 64,000.00 $ 127,540.00 $ 118,650.00 $ 137,750.00 $ 99,090.00 $ 117,542.00 $ 36,200.00 $ 90,000.00 $
37 Electrical: Signal & Communications 1 $ $ 8,200.00 $ 25,088.00 $ 11,850.00 $ 9,760.00 $ 3,356.00 $ 11,755.00 $ 16,200.00 $ 11,000.00 $
38 Electrical: Fire Alarm Systems 1 $ $ 26,500.00 $ 37,632.00 $ 29,750.00 $ 27,250.00 $ 49,782.00 $ 17,632.00 !$ 36,600.00 $ 34,000.00 $
39 Other ~ $ 272,255.00 $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $
Calculated Bid Total
$ 2,114,770.00 $ 1,987,406.00 $ 2,003,936~00 $ 1,988,150,00 $ 2,540,390.00 $ 2,040,505.00 $ 2,214,765.00 $ 2,213,247.00 $ 2,026,000.00 $ 1,990,798.00
Bid Amount
Difference -
1,908,564.00 $ 1,972,557.00 S 1,993,266.00 $ 2,190,000,00 $ 2,552,590.00 $ 2,451,000.00 $ 2,214,865.00 $ 2,261,947.00 $ 2,026,000.00 S 1,994,945.00
$ 206,206.00 $ 14,849.00 $ 10,670.00 $ (201,850.00) $ (12,200.00) $ (410,495.00) $ (100o00) $ (48,700.00) $ $ (4,147.00)
A1
Area 1
Parking Lot Landscape at new Building
Front - See Section 01230
A2 Area 2
Parking Lot Landscape - See Section
01230
Manufactured Standing Seam Roofing -
See Addendum No. 1 - See Section
A3 01230
$ 62,656.00$ 37,500.00$ 42,054.00$ 38,000.00$ 34,500.00 $ 53,531.00$ 28,677.00$ 30,022.00 $ 36,000.00 $ 44,227.00
$ 76,459.00 $ 13,200.00$ 33,788.00$ 21,500.00$ 15,700.00$ 24,908.00$ 28,303.00$ 27,257.00 $ 35,000.00 $ 19,476.00
$ $ 95,000.00 $ 30,211.00 $ (8,000.00) $ 124,200.00 $ $ (52,893.00) $ $ $
TOTALS
$ 2,253,885.00 $ 2,133,106.00 $ 2,109,989.00 $ 2,039,650.00 $ 2,714,790.00 $ 2,118,944.00 $ 2,218,852.00 $ 2,270,526.00 $ 2,097,000.00 $ 2,054,501.00
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AGENDA
CITY COUNCIL
CITY OF SOUTH SAN FRANCISCO
REGULAR MEETING
MUNICIPAL SERVICE BUILDING
COMMUNITY ROOM
APRIL 9, 2003
7:30 P.M.
PEOPLE OF SOUTH SAN FRANCISCO
You are invited to offer your suggestions. In order that you may know our method of conducting
Council business, we proceed as follows:
The regular meetings of the City Council are held on the second and fourth Wednesday of each month at
7:30 p.m. in the Municipal Services Building, Community Room, 33 Arroyo Drive, South San
Francisco, California.
Public Comment: For those wishing to address the City Council on any Agenda or non-Agendized item,
please complete a Speaker Card located at the entrance to the Council Chamber's and submit it to the
City Clerk. Please be sure to indicate the Agenda Item # you wish to address or the topic of your public
comment. California law prevents the City Council from taking action on any item not on the Agenda
(except in emergency circumstances). Your question or problem may be referred to staff for
investigation and/or action where appropriate or the matter may be placed on a future Agenda for more
comprehensive action or a report. When your name is called, please come to the podium, state your
name and address for the Minutes. COMMENTS ARE GENERALLY LIMITED TO FIVE (5)
MINUTES PER SPEAKER. In the event that there are more than six persons desiring to speak, the
Mayor may reduce the amount of time per speaker to three (3) minutes. Thank you for your cooperation.
The City Clerk will read successively the items of business appearing on the Agenda. As she completes
reading an item, it will be ready for Council action.
PEDRO GONZALEZ
Mayor
KARYL MATSUMOTO
Mayor Pro Tem
JOSEPH A. FERNEKES
Councilman
RICHARD A GARBARINO
Councilman
RAYMOND L. GREEN
Councilman
BEVERLY BONALANZA-FORD
City Treasurer
SYLVIA M. PAYNE
City Clerk
MICHAEL A. WILSON
City Manager
STEVEN T. MATTAS
City Attorney
PLEASE TURN OFF CELL PHONES AND PAGERS
HEARING ASSISTANCE EQUIPMENT AVAILABLE FOR USE BY THE HEARING IMPAIRED AT CITY COUNCIL MEETINGS
CALL TO ORDER
ROLL CALL
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE - Oliver Reich, Student Body President, Hillside Elementary
School
PRESENTATIONS
IPAC, the new online library catalog - Librarians Kyle Broenkow and Claudia Killian
· Proclamation - National Library Week, April 6-12, 2003 - Recipient: Library Board
President Betty Battaglia
· Caltrain CTX Bridge Construction Update - Joe Siino, Construction Manager
· Emergency Preparedness - Fire Department Representative
· Oyster Point Flyover and Hook Ramp Update - Public Works Director John Gibbs
AGENDA REVIEW
PUBLIC COMMENTS
ITEMS FROM COUNCIL
· Community Forum
· Subcommittee Reports
CONSENT CALENDAR
Motion to approve the minutes of March 12 and 26 regular meetings and March 19, 26
and 27 special meetings
2. Motion to confirm expense claims of April 9, 2003
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Resolution No. 26-2003 supporting members of the United States Armed Forces and
declaring South San Francisco a Yellow Ribbon City
4. Resolution authorizing an agreement extension with the Mid-Management Unit
Resolution authorizing an agreement extension with Teamster Local 856, Confidential
Unit
Resolution amending Sewer Fund budget for the emergency sewer line repairs at Orange
Memorial Park in the amount of $8,900
Resolution accepting funds from the San Mateo County HOME Investment Partnership
Program for the CDBG FY 2003-04 operating budget in the amount of $22,500
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Resolution awarding a contract to O'Grady Paving, Inc., in the amount of $593,704.10
for the 2002-2003 RABA Streets Resurfacing Project
REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING APRIL 9, 2003
AGENDA PAGE 2
Resolution approving an amendment to the 2002-03 Capital Improvement Program
budget for construction of the Orange Avenue intersection improvements
10.
Resolution awarding the construction contract to G. Bartolotto & Company in the
amount of $88,888.88 for the installation of new asphalt pathway for pedestrians along
San Bruno Creek
11.
Resolution approving personnel changes, including classification descriptions, unit
designation and salary ranges
12.
Acknowledgement of proclamations issued: Ana Linder and Phil White, Employees of
the Year, March 28,2003; Max Fonda, Rick Amador, and Russ Moss, retirees, March
29, 2003; Sue Perotti and Ashley Gray, Youth in Government Day program, April 2,
2003; Arbor Day, April 5, 2003
PUBLIC HEARING
13.
Consideration of Five Year Consolidated Plan for Housing, Economic and Community
Development, submittal of the City's One Year Action Plan for Housing and
Community Development to the Department of Housing and Urban Development and
authorizing the execution of all documents necessary to secure and award CDBG funds
for the City; approve resolution
ADMINISTRATIVE BUSINESS
14.
Recommendation to consider a request from C/CAG to support Assembly Bill 1546 and
Assembly Constitutional Amendment 10
LEGISLATIVE
15.
Motion to waive reading and introduce an ordinance amending Chapter 3.12 to
implement Council-approved position title additions
ADJOURNMENT
REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING APRIL 9, 2003
AGENDA PAGE 3
RESOLUTION NO. 26-2003
CITY COUNCIZ, CITY OF SOUTH SAN FRANCISCO, STATE OF CALIFORNIA
A RESOLLE.?ION SUPPORTING MEMBERS OF THE UNITED STATES
ARMED FORCES AND DECLARING SOUTH SAN FRANCISCO A
YEI,I,OW RIBBON CITY
WHEREAS, t'a~s nation as of March 18, 2003, under the banner of the United States, is at
war; and
WHEREAS, the people of South San Francisco wish to express their pride and support of
our brave and dedicated servicemen and woman who are engaged in this international effort; and
WHEREAS, t3: flying of the American flag expresses pride in our Nation and all it stands
for; and
WHEREAS, the displaying of a yellow ribbon in time of war has historically signified a
longing for the safe retJ_rn of our Nation's fighting men and woman; and
WHEREAS, -t_e City of South San Francisco wishes to encourage all its citizens and
businesses to support t2aose who are in the service of our great country at home and abroad.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of South San
Francisco that the Ci.ty Council hereby declares this community a "Yellow Ribbon City" and orders
the display of yellow 5bbons at all municipal buildings and sites and further encourages its citizens
and businesses to display yellow ribbons and fly the American flag until ihe conflict in Iraq is
concluded.
I hereby certify that the foregoing Resolution was regularly introduced and adopted by the
City Council of the City of South San Francisco at a special meeting held on the 27th day of March
2003 by the following vote:
AYES:
Council members Joseph A. Femekes, Richard A. Garbarino, Mayor Pro Tem
Karyl Matsumoto and Mayor Pedro Gonzalez
NOES: None
ABSTAIN: None
ABSENT:
Counc",lmember Raymond L. Green
ATTEST:
DATE:
TO:
FROM:
SUBJECT:
April 9, 2003
Honorable Mayor and City Council
Jennifer A. Bower, Director of Human Resources
Agreement between the City of South San Francisco and the
Chapter of the Mid-management Unit
South San Francisco
RECOMMENDATION
Adopt a resolution authorizing the City Manager to sign an agreement extension with the South San
Francisco Chapter of the Mid-management Unit. This Unit is the association for approximately 60
management, supervisory, and professional employees, who work throughout the City in such areas as
planning, engineering, finance, fa'e, police, library, maintenance services, water quality, human resources,
community development, recreation, etc.
BACKGROUND
After a few months of negotiations with the South San Francisco Mid-management Unit bargaining team,
agreement has been reached on an extension to the current contract. Based on Council's direction, a
salary program has been agreed upon, as well as enhancements to retirement benefits. The attached
Exhibit summarizes the proposed salary and benefit changes. A side letter agreement to the current
Compensation Plan document has been prepared, subject to review and approval of the City Attorney,
which incorporates these agreed-upon terms and conditions of employment.
By:
Dir0Ctor of Human Resources
Michael A. Wilson
City Manager
Attachments Exhibit A
JAB-04/01/03
F:~File Cabinet~EER¢lations~Mid-mgmt\02 Discussions~Final Resolution.doc
Exhibit A
Mid-management Unit, Salary and Benefits
1. Extend the current agreement by 51 months, ending 09/30/2007.
2. Maintain current level of health and welfare benefits.
3. Modify retirement benefits to provide 2.7% retirement formula at age 55 benefit by the payperiod
including 12/31/03 by PERS or alternate retirement system; employee to pay 1% employee PERS
contribution; if alternate agency used, then costs factored into compensation.
4. Adjust compensation to the 60th percentile by standard comparison agencies total compensation
salary survey in each year of the extended agreement by the payperiod including 7/1 of each year
of the agreement.
5. Eliminate all remaining paid family care leave hours by 12/31/03.
6. Eliminate Medical Appointment Leave Hours by 12/31/03.
7. Add tint vision coverage by 7/1/03.
8. Increase recreation program classes to 12 by 7/1/03.
RESOLUTION NO.
CITY COUNCIL, CITY OF SOUTH SAN FRANCISCO, STATE OF CALIFORNIA
A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING AN AGREEMENT EXTENSION
WITH THE SOUTH SAN FRANCISCO CHAPTER OF THE MID-
MANAGEME~ UNIT
WHEREAS, the attached Exhibit A summarizes the proposed salary and benefits.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of South San
Francisco that the City Council hereby authorizes an agreement extension with the South San
Francisco Chapter of the Mid-management Unit.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the City Manager is hereby authorized to execute the
Agreement on behalf of the City of South San Francisco.
I hereby certify that the foregoing Resolution was regularly introduced and adopted by the
City Council of the city of South San Francisco at a meeting held on the __
day of ., 2003 by the following vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSTAIN:
ABSENT:
ATTEST:
S:\Current Reso'sL3.26.03agree:ssf. mid.mangement.umt.res.doc
City Clerk
DATE:
TO:
FROM:
SUBJECT:
April 9, 2003
Honorable Mayor and City Council
Jennifer A. Bower, Director of Human Resources
Agreement between the City of South San Francisco and the South San Francisco
Chapter of the Confidential Unit of Teamsters Union, Local 856
RECOMMENDATION
Adopt a resolution authorizing the City Manager to sign an agreement extension with the South San
Francisco Chapter of the Confidential Unit of Teamsters Union, Local 856. This union is the recognized
bargaining agency for approximately 20 administrative/secretarial municipal City staff.
BACKGROUND
After a few months of contract negotiations with the South San Francisco Confidential Unit bargaining
team, agreement has been reached on an extension to the current contract. Based on Council's direction,
a salary program has been agreed upon, as well as enhancements to retirement benefits. The attached
Exhibit summarizes the proposed salary and benefit changes. A side letter agreement to the current
Memorandum of Understanding document has been prepared, subject to review and approval of the City
Attorney, which incorporates these agreed-upon terms and conditions of employment.
By:
/~nnifer A. Bower "
Difeector of Human Resources
Michael A. Wilson
City Manager
Attachments Exhibit A
JAB-04/01/03
FSFile CabinetkEERetations\Confl02 DiscussionskFinal Resolution.doc
Exhibit A
Confidential Unit, Teamsters Local 856 Salary and Benefits
1. Extend the current agreement by three years, ending 06/30/2006.
2. Maintain current level of health and welfare benefits.
3. Modify retirement benefits to provide 2.7% retirement formula at age 55 benefit by the payperiod
including 12/31/03 by PERS or alternate retirement system; employee to pay 1% employee PERS
contribution; if alternate agency used, then costs factored into compensation.
4. Adjust compensation to the 60th percentile by standard comparison agencies total compensation
salary survey in each year of the extended agreement by the payperiod including 7/1 of each year
of the agreement.
5. Eliminate all remaining paid family care leave hours with 16 hours by the payperiod including
12/31/03, and the final 8 hours by the payperiod including 12/31/04.
6. Modify pregnancy disability leave language to match legal requirements.
RESOLUTION NO.
CITY COUNCIL, CITY OF SOUTH SAN FRANCISCO, STATE OF CALIFORNIA
A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING AN AGREEMENT EXTENSION
WITH THE SOUTH SAN FRANCISCO CHAPTER OF CONFIDENTIAL
UNIT OF TEAMSTERS UNION, LOCAL 856
WHEREAS, the attached Exhibit A summarizes the proposed salary and benefits.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of South San
Francisco that the City Council hereby authorizes an agreement extension with the South San
Francisco Chapter of Confidential Unit of Teamsters Union, Local 856.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the City Manager is hereby authorized to execute the
Agreement on behalf of the City of South San Francisco.
I hereby certify that the foregoing Resolution was regularly introduced and adopted by the
City Council of the CitY of South San Francisco at a meeting held on the __
day of ,2003 by the following vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSTAIN:
ABSENT:
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Staff Report
DATE:
TO:
FROM:
April 9, 2O03
Honorable Mayor and City Council
Director of Maintenance Services
SUBJECT: ORANGE MEMORIAL PARK SEWER LINE REPAIRS
RECOMMENDATION
It is recommended that the City Council adopt a resolution accepting an emergency repair
performed by Pacific Liners, Inc., to the main sewer line located in Orange Memorial Park
and appropriating $8,900 from the Sewer Enterprise Fund for those repairs.
BACKGROUND/DISCUSSION:
A main sewer line serving the Southwood Drive, First Street, and Second Street neighborhoods
flows through a manhole structure within the outfield of Bob Brian Field in Orange Memorial
Park (one foot below grade). Apparently, the manhole structure had dropped slightly over the
years cracking the clay piping that flows through it. An ensuing sinkhole was noticed by our
crews on February 27, 2003, as water continued to draw soil away after portions of the cracked
pipe dropped into the line. Although obstructed, sewage continued to flow slowly. If left
unrepaired, a massive failure and total blockage was imminent. Due to the nature of the needed
repairs, which were determined to be beyond the capabilities of our maintenance staff and
equipment, Pacific Liners, Inc. was called to insert a plastic liner eliminating the need to dig
down to replace the pipe.
FISCAL IMPACT:
The funding source for this repair to the sewer system will come from the Sewer Enterprise
Fund, and staff has determined that an adequate fund balance exists within the fund to pay for
this work.
CONCLUSION:
The uncertainty of the condition of this pipe and the nature of the repairs required staff to act
quickly utilizing an informal bidding process. The work was closely inspected and supervised by
City staff. Work was completed on March 19th, with a minimum of inconveniences to the use of
the Park. No sewer service was disrupted at any time.
By: ~ 2~ ~ Approved by:
Terry White//
Director of M~ntenance Services
Michael A. ~~
City Manager
Attachment: Resolution
RESOLUTION NO.
CITY COUNCIL, CITY OF SOUTH SAN FRANCISCO, STATE OF CALIFORNIA
A RESOLUTION APPROVING AN EMERGENCY REPAIR
PERFORMED BY PACIFIC LINERS INC. TO THE MAIN SEWER
LOCATED IN ORANGE MEMORIAL PARK AND APPROPRIATING
$8,900 FROM THE SEWER ENTERPRISE FUND FORTHOSE REPAIRS
WHEREAS, staffdesires the acceptance an emergency repair performed by Pacific Lines Inc.
to the main sewer located in Orange Memorial Park; and
WHEREAS, the funding source for this repair to the sewer system will come from the Sewer
Enterprise Fund.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of South San
Francisco that the City Council approves an emergency repair performed by Pacific Liners Inc. to the
main sewer located in Orange Memorial Park and appropriates $8,900 from the Sewer Enterprise
Fund for those repairs.
I hereby certify that the foregoing Resolution was regularly introduced and adopted by the
City Council of the City of South San Francisco at a meeting held on the __
day of ,2003 by the following vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
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City Council
Staff Report
DATE: April 9, 2003
TO:
Honorable Mayor and City Council
FROM:
Assistant City Manager
SUBJECT: Budget Amendment for the Community Development Block Grant Program
2003-04 Operating Budget
RECOMMENDATION:
It is recommended that the City Council adopt the attached Resolution approving a budget
amendment to the 2003-04 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) operating
budget to incorporate administrative funds received from the HOME Investment
Partnership Program via San Mateo County.
BACKGROUND/DISCUSSION:
The purpose of this staff report is to recommend amending the operating budget for the 2003 -04
CDBG operating budget to include funds, in the amount of $22,500, received from San Mateo
County. That amount is to be incorporated into the CDBG fiscal year 2003-04 operating budget
in order to authorize expenditure of those funds. The City will receive administrative funds from
the County for activities to be undertaken in fiscal year 2003-04.
The City's agreement with the San Mateo County HOME Consortium provides one percent of
the HOME Entitlement amount to participating jurisdictions for administrative expenses.
Therefore, the City receives administrative funds in varying amounts depending on the total
HOME Entitlement for a given year. The funds must be requested on a yearly basis with
documentation of administrative expenses incurred by the City to operate the HOME Program. It
is for this reason that funds are received in one year to be incorporated into the following years
budget.
The Department of Housing and Urban Development approved the use of these funds to
implement the City's Fair Housing Plan. Strict limitations guide the expenditure of such funds;
and, unfortunately, no other CDBG activities are eligible for this source of funding. The budget
must be amended to allow for the incorporation of these dollars into the CDBG fund and to allow
for expenditure.
ro~
Subject:
Date:
Honorable Mayor and City Council
CDBG Budget Amendment
April 9, 2003
Page 2
Fair Housing Implementation Plan:
As outlined in the Community Development Block Grant funding recommendations, it is
proposed that the HOME funds be allocated to community agencies to expand the provision of
legal services as required by the City's federal housing obligation. La Raza Centro Legal and
Project Sentinel have submitted CDBG proposals to mitigate impediments to fair housing that
exist in our community. The City Council allocates these funds at their CDBG Public Hearing.
Once funds are incorporated into the CDBG budget, standard grant agreements will be drafted to
undertake activities designated by staff in conformance with the City's Fair Housing Plan.
CONCLUSION:
Staff recommends that City Council approve incorporating HOME administrative funds into the
2003-04 CDBG operating budget to enable expenditure of such for fair housing activities.
Assistant City Manager
City Manager
MAW:MVD:NF
Attachment: Resolution
RESOLUTION NO.__
CITY COUNCIL, CITY OF SOUTH SAN FRANCISCO, STATE OF CALIFORNIA
A RESOLUTION APPROVING AN AMENDMENT TO THE 2003-2004
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BI.OCK GRANT OPERATING
BUDGET (03-19) TO INCLUDE FUNDS RECEIVED FROM SAN
MATEO C()IINTY
WHEREAS, staff recommends that the City Council approve a budget amendment to the
2003-2004 CDBG Operating Budget to include funds in the amount of $22,500 received from San
Mateo County; and
WHEREAS, this action is necessary in order to incorporate the funds into the Operating
Budget and allow for expenditure to be billed against that account; and
WHEREAS, an added benefit to this funding strategy is to highlight the City's efforts in
meeting federal requirements with regard to fair housing.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of South San
Francisco that the City Council approves an amendment to the 2003-2004 Community Development
Block Grant Operating Budget (03-19) to include funds in the amount of $22,500 received from San
Mateo County's HOME INVESTMENT PARTNERSHIP PROGRAM.
I hereby certify that the foregoing Resolution was regularly introduced and adopted by the
City Council of the City of South San Francisco at a meeting held on the __
day of ,2003 by the following vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSTAIN:
ABSENT:
ATTEST:
City Clerk
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DATE:
TO:
FROM:
SUBJECT:
Staff Report
April 9, 2003
The Honorable Mayor and City Council
Director of Public Works
2002 - 2003 RABA STREETS RESURFACING PROJECT
PROJECT NO. ST-03-1, BID NO. 2334
RECOMMENDATION:
It is recommended that the City Council adopt a resolution awarding the construction contract for the
2002 - 2003 RABA Streets Resurfacing Project to O'Grady Paving, Inc., of Mountain View, California,
in the amount of $ 593,704.10.
BACKGROUND:
On March 12, 2003, City Council approved an amendment to the 2002 - 2003 Capital Improvement Program
(CIP) to include the RABA Streets Resurfacing Project. Shown below is the list of streets included on this
project:
Item No Street Name Beginning End
1 Miller Avenue Evergreen Drive Gardenside Avenue
2 Gardenside Avenue Crestwood Drive Miller Avenue
3 Crestwood Drive Evergreen Drive Gardenside Avenue
4 Shannon Drive Oakmont Drive Gellert Boulevard
5 Oakmont Drive Westborough Boulevard San Bruno City Limits
The Engineering Division advertised the subject project and opened bids on March 26th, 2003. The following
were the bid results:
CONTRACTOR
O'Grady Paving, Inc.
Mountain View, CA
Interstate Grading & Paving, Inc.
South San Francisco, CA.
Top Grade Construction, Inc.
Livermore, CA.
BID AMOUNT
$593,704.10
$594,033.00
$608,546.50
Staff Report
To:
Re:
Date:
Page:
The Honorable Mayor and City Council
2002-2003 RABA Streets Resurfacing Project
April 9, 2O03
2of3
CONTRACTOR
BID AMOUNT
G. Bortolotto & Co., Inc.
San Carlos, CA.
CF Archibald Paving, Inc.
Redwood City, CA.
De Silva Gates Construction, LP
Dublin, CA.
Pavex Construction
Redwood City, CA.
Ghilotti Bros., Inc.
San Rafael, CA.
Ghilotti Construction
Santa Rosa, CA.
E1 Camino Paving, Inc.
Mountain View, CA.
$619,290.76
$649,483.60
$649,655.00
$651,957.00
$655,161.80
$683,293.50
$750,293.50
O'Grady Paving, Inc., has worked with the City on previous projects. Staff has reviewed their qualifications
and references and found them to be satisfactory. The time allotted for this project is 50 working days. Staff
recommends that the contract be awarded to O'Grady Paving, Inc., in the amount of $593,704.10. The
following is a cost breakdown for the project:
Construction
Contingency
Administration/Inspection
$593,704.10
$ 59,370.00
$ 29,600.00
Total $682,674.10
Staff Report
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Re:
Date:
The Honorable Mayor and City Council
2002-2003 RABA Streets Resurfacing Project
April 9, 2003
Page: 3 of 3
FUNDING:
Below is the budget funds breakdown for this project:
CIP Project 51-13231-0202
RABA Grant Funds
Total
$482,674.10
$2o0,o00.0o
$682,674.10
Funding for this project is included in the City of South San Francisco's 2002 - 2003 Capital Improvement
Program (CIP). Sufficient funds are available for this project.
Director
lbs ~ '
of Public Works
City Manager
ATTACHMENT: Resolution
RESOLUTION NO.
CITY COUNCIL, CITY OF SOUTH SAN FRANCISCO, STATE OF CALIFORNIA
A RESOLU FIO AWARDING 1I- E CONSTRUCTION CONTRACT
FOR THE 2002-2003 RABA STREEI RESURFACING PROJECT TO
O'GRADY PAVING, INC. IN THE AMOI }NT OF $,593,704.10
WHEREAS, staff desires to award the construction contact to the lowest responsible bidder,
O'Grady Paving, Inc. in the amount of $593,704.10; and
WHEREAS, funding for this project is included in the City of South San Francisco's 2002-
2003 Capital Improvement Program.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of South San
Francisco that the City Council awards the construction contract for the 2002-2003 RABA street
resurfacing project to O'Grady Paving, Inc. in the amount of $593,740.10.
I hereby certify that the foregoing Resolution was regularly introduced and adopted by the
City Council of the City of South San Francisco at a meeting held on the __
day of ,2003 by the following vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSTAIN:
ABSENT:
ATTEST:
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City Clerk
StaffReport
DATE:
TO:
FROM:
SUBJECT:
April 9, 2003
Honorable Mayor and City Council
Director of Recreation and Community Services
Resolution Approving An Amendment to the 2002/03 Capital Improvement
Program Budget for Construction of the Orange Avenue Intersection
Improvements
RECOMMENDATION:
It is recommended that the City Council adopt a resolution approving an amendment to
the 2002/03 Capital Improvement Program budget in the amount of $150,000 for the
construction of the Orange Avenue Intersection Improvements.
BACKGROUND/DISCUSSION:
The city, in cooperation with the community, BART, Sam Trans, and other important
stakeholders, has been engaged in a long-range planning and master plan process related to the
development of the area over the BART-SFO right-of-way as a linear park. The goal has been to
fully actualize BART's commitment to provide a basic asphalt bike path, and develop a long-
range plan for improvements that can be accomplished over time as funding becomes available.
The Linear Park Master Plan was approved by the Parks and Recreation Commission, and
adopted by the City Council on February 12, 2003.
Given the large scope and expense of this project, an effort was made to prioritize elements by
functionality for phased development. Safe "crossings" where the future Linear Park will cross
streets was identified as a top priority. Toward that end, City Council authorized staff to submit
an application for grant funding administered by the City/County Association of Governments
(C/CAG) to construct a bicycle/pedestrian crossing across Orange Avenue just west of Memorial
Drive, between the Boys and Girls Club and Los Cerritos School. The city was successful in
receiving funding toward this project.
The scope of the Orange Avenue Intersection project is to essentially reduce the pedestrian or
bicycle crossing distance from one side of the street to the other by "bulbing out" the sidewalk on
RESOLUTION NO.
CITY COUNCIL, CITY OF SOUTH SAN FRANCISCO, STATE OF CALIFORNIA
A RESOLUTION APPROVING AN AMENDMENT TO THE 2002-2003
CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM (03-21) BUDGET TO ADD
$150,000 FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF THE ORANGE AX~NUE
INTERSECTION IMPROVEMENTS
WHEREAS, staff recommends amending the Capital Improvement Program budget in the
amount of $150,000 for the construction of the Orange Avenue Intersection Improvements; and
WHEREAS, the preliminary cost estimate for this project is $150,000; and
WHEREAS, the transportation funds awarded by C/CAG are $100,000; and
WHEREAS, $50,000 would be used from Proposition 12, the Bond Act of 2000; and
WHEREAS, no General Fund dollars would be expended on this project.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of South San Francisco
that the City Council approves an amendment to the 2002-2003 Capital Improvement Program (03-
21) budget to add $150,000 for the construction of the Orange Avenue Intersection Improvements
with funding from C/CAG ($100,000) and Proposition 12 Funds ($100,000).
I hereby certify that the foregoing Resolution was regularly introduced and adopted by the
City Council of the City of South San Francisco at a meeting held on the __
day of ,2003 by the following vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSTAIN:
ABSENT:
ATTEST:
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City Clerk
Potential Phase I Project-
Transportation Development Act
Grant Proposal
StaffReport
DATE: April 9, 2003
TO: The Honorable Mayor and City Council
FROM: Director of Public Works
SUBJECT: BAY TRAIL IMPROVEMENTS
ENGINEERING FILE PR-01-1
RECOMMENDATION:
It is recommended that City Council adopt a resolution awarding the construction contract to
G. Bortolotto & Co., in the amount of $88,888.88 for the installation of a new asphalt pathway
for pedestrians along San Bruno Creek.
BACKGROUND/DISCUSSION:
This project will provide a new asphalt pathway for pedestrians along the north side of San Bruno
Creek from the vicinity of Harbor Way/Littlefield Avenue to the vicinity of Utah Avenue/Littlefield
Avenue. The total length of a new pedestrian pathway is approximately 3,200 feet. This new
pathway will be connected to the existing bridge over San Bruno Creek and associated pathway
south of the creek.
Bids were opened on March 27, 2003. A total of 8 bids were accepted and the 3 lowest base bid
totals are as follows:
CONTRACTOR
BID AMOUNT
G. Bortolotto & Company
San Carlos, CA
$ 88,888.88
Bellicitti & Pellicciotti Construction Co., I
Santa Clara, CA
$137,885.00
Pavex Construction Division of Graniterock.
Watsonville, CA
$148,500.00
Staff Report
To:
Re:
Date:
The Honorable Mayor and City Council
Bay Trail Improvements
April 9, 2003
Page: 2 of 2
Staff has reviewed the qualifications and references of G. Bortolotto & Co., and found them to be
satisfactory. Staff recommends that the contract be awarded to G. Bortolotto & Co., in the amount of
$88,888.88. The following is a breakdown of the project budget:
Construction
Contingencies
Construction Inspection/Administration
$ 88,888.88
$ 7,111.12
$ lO,OOO.OO
Total $106,000.00
Construction is expected to start in the middle of April 2003 and be completed by the end of June
2003.
FUNDING:
This project is included in the City of South San Francisco's 2002-2003 Capital Improvement
Program (CIP/51-13232-0031) in the amount of $192,000.00. The Transportation Development Act
(TDA) Article 3 Grant and Capital Improvement Funds provide funding for this project.
By:
Direct
r of Public Works
Michael A Wilson
City Manager
ATTACHMENT: Resolution
RTH/JG/ed
G:LPROJECTS\PR-01-1 Bay Trail lmprovements\awardstaffreport.doc
RESOLUTION NO.
CITY COUNCIL, CITY OF SOUTH SAN FRANCISCO, STATE OF CALIFORNIA
A RESOLUTION AWARDING THE CONSTRIICTION CONTRACT
TO G. BORTOLOTFO & CO., IN THE AMOUNT OF $88,888.88 FOR
THE INSTALLATION OF A NEW ASPItALT PATHWAY FOR
PEDESTRIANS ALONG SAN BRUNO CREEK
WHEREAS, staff desires to award the construction contact to the lowest responsible bidder,
G. Bortolotto & Co., in the amount of $88,888.88; and
WHEREAS, this project is included in the City's 2002-2003 Capital Improvement Program
in the amount of $192,000; and
WHEREAS, the Transportation Development Act Article 3 Grant and Capital Improvement
Funds provide funding for this project.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of South San
Francisco that the City Council awards the construction contract to G. Bortolotto & Co., in the
amount of $88,888.88 for the installation of a new asphalt pathway for pedestrians along San Bruno
Creek.
I hereby certify that the foregoing Resolution was regularly introduced and adopted by the
City Council of the City of South San Francisco at a meeting held on the __
day of ,2003 by the following vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSTAIN:
ABSENT:
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ATTEST:
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DATE:
TO:
FROM:
SUBJECT:
April 9, 2003
Honorable Mayor and City Council
Jennifer A. Bower, Director of Human Resources
Resolution Approving Personnel Changes, including Classification Descriptions,
Unit Designation, and Salary Ranges
RECOMMENDATION
Adopt a resolution 'approving the job specification, salary range, and unit designation for the newly
developed Safety Inspector II classification. Additionally adopt a resolution approving the revised
job specifications for:
· Safety Inspector (revised from Code Enforcement Officer).
· Safety Inspector I.(revised fi.om Fire Inspector I).
· Safety Inspector III (revised fi.om Fire Inspector II).
BACKGROUND
In July 2001, the CiW split the Building/Fire Prevention Division into two work units. The building
inspectors and all the associated work was placed in the Department of Economic and Community
Development, where the planning responsibilities and building inspection responsibilities would be
managed within one department. The Fire Prevention work, that is code enforcement and fire
inspection and investigation, remained with the Fire Department.
Labor Market: In Order to make this movement effective, the management jobs needed to reflect this
exchange of departments, which was approved at the City Council meeting of December 11,2002. In
addition to the adjustment of management classifications, the City wanted to create a stronger career
ladder for code enforcement and fire prevention because of modifications in the job market. During
the last several years, there has been a dramatic change in the job market and it has been extremely
difficult for the City to attract qualified candidates for the fire inspection and investigation positions.
This revision will permit the City to create a career path for code enforcement officers and will also
allow the City to not only attract but also to "grow its own" skilled fire inspectors, who will bring
their knowledge and skill of code enforcement with them as promotional opportunities develop.
Unit Designation: The Safety Inspector classification is the Code Enforcement Officer classification
modified to address the learning of fire prevention knowledge and skills, and this classification is
correctly placed in the AFSCME, where it always has been. The Safety Inspector I and III
classifications are basically the Fire Inspector I and II classifications customized to include code
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enforcement duties: As you may recall, the original concept for the Fire Inspector classification was
to also have fire suppression personnel be assigned to it for up to 2 years. Therefore because of the
suppression duties, these classifications needed to be placed in the IAFF (Firefighter) unit. The new
Safety Inspector II classification, as a bridge class between the I and the III is also appropriately
placed in the same IAFF unit.
IAFF questioned these designations when the original Fire Inspector classifications were developed.
Based on the MuniciPal Code Section 3.08.090 consistent with labor law, there are 9 criteria that
determine where classifications are placed. IAFF again questioned the designation when the titles
were proposed for mOdification and when the new class of Safety Inspector was developed. The City
again looked to the Municipal Code, checked where other municipalities about where fu-e inspector
duties were placed, and also contacted PERS asking for a determination. PERS agreed that these
classifications were safety.
Costs: There is no immediate direct increase in costs, as this plan will permit the City to bring in
Safety Inspectors at the lower levels. Subsequent years may have additional costs as the PERS safety
rates are likely to increase beyond the miscellaneous rates (social security and retirement benefits).
Those costs are estimated to be about $30,000 in subsequent years, only if all positions were filled.
Revised Classifications:
From To Reaso-n
Code Enforcement Officer .................. Safety Inspector ............ Title change
Fire Inspector I ..... : .............................. Safety Inspector I .......... Title change
Fire Inspector II ....... i ........................... Safety Inspector III ....... Title change
New Classifications:
Safety Inspector II, .............................
Reason
New classification to create career and development
opportunities.
i~;~cn;of~ro~ 'HB °umWaenr Resources
Appr°ved BY://~~~c~h ae~l~n
City Manager
Attachments
PropOsed Class Descriptions (Exhibits A)
Proposed Salary Schedules (Exhibit B)
RESOLUTION NO.
CITY COUNCIL, CITY OF SOUTH SAN FRANCISCO, STATE OF CALIFORNIA
A RESOLUTION APPROVING PERSONNEL CHANGES,
INCLUDING CLASSIFICATION DESCRIPTIONS, SALARY
RANGES AND UNIT DETERMINATIONS FOR SPECIFIED
POSITIONS
NOW, THEREFORE, the City Council does hereby resolve as follows:
The classification descriptions, salary ranges, and unit determinations of the following
positions, as set forth in Exhibits A and B attached hereto, are hereby approved:
1) "Safety Inspector"
2) "Safety Inspector I"
3) "Safety Inspector II"
4) "Safety Inspector III"
I hereby certify that the foregoing Resolution was regularly introduced and adopted by the
City Council of the City of South San Francisco at a meeting held on the
day of ~ 2003 by the following vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSTAIN:
ABSENT:
ATTEST:
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Exhibit A
Attachments Proposed Class Descriptions for:
1. Safety Inspector and Safety Inspector I, II, and III
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City of South San Francisco
Human Resources Department
Safety Inspector
Class Description
Definition
Under general superVision, learns to conduct field investigation and enforcement of national, state,
and local ordinanceS and codes; and performs related work as required.
Distinguishing Characteristics
This is an entry level, non-safety class within the safety inspector series that is responsible for
field investigation and enforcement of applicable national, state, and local ordinances and codes;
as well as conducting code enforcement and uniform fire code inspections and investigations.
This classification is distinguished from other specialized inspection classes in that it is primarily
responsible for field investigation and enforcement of municipal codes and ordinances, as well as
conducting basic fire code inspections. This class is distinguished from the Safety Inspector-II in
that the Safety InSpector II classification performs more complex code enforcement and £zre
inspection activities and has wider latitude in discretionary decision-making.
Important and Essential Duties
1. Conducts simple field investigations and makes reports of findings.
2. Conducts periodic site inspections for conformity to approved plans.
3. Learns and inSpects projects for compliance with conditions imposed by the Planning
Commission and/or City Council.
4. Learns and conducts business license inspections.
5. Receives and investigates complaints of nuisances and alleged violations of various ordinances,
and building and fire regulations.
6. Obtains evidence of violations; prepares reports with recommendations; assists in the
preparation of Cases for Planning Commission, City Council, and court action.
7. Coordinates actions with engineering, planning, police, county health officials, and other
agencies.
8. Issues abatement orders in the course of the enforcement of assigned ordinances and codes of
the City.
9. Assists with responding to requests for service.
10. Conducts basic selected types of fire inspections.
11. Responds to citizen complaints regarding code violations; exercises appropriate judgement in
prioritizing calls; investigates and resolves problems, provides information to the public by
phone, in person, and by electronic means regarding code regulations.
12. Works closely with homeowners, business groups, and community groups to explain ordinances
and codes, to make presentations, and to enhance and preserve the quality of neighborhoods
through public relations, education, and code enforcement.
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Safety Inspector
Class Description
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13. Maintains a variety of paper and electronic records.
14. Operates a variety of machines and equipment such as automobile, camera, measuring tape,
wheel, calculator, drafting equipment, and computer equipment.
15. Performs related duties and responsibilities as assigned.
Job Related and Essential Qualifications
Knowledge of'
Basic principles, practices, and techniques of building, code enforcement, fire, and life safety
inspections.
· Principles, practices, and purposes of City services, such as planning, building, and fire
inspections, and code enforcement.
Social, economic, and environmental concerns related to job function.
· Principles and techniques of effective customer service.
· General provisions of the Uniform Fire and Uniform Building Codes.
· Code enforcement procedures, including issuance abatement orders and administrative
citations.
· Data and records management principles and practices.
· Techniques for dealing effectively with the public and City staff.
Ability to:
· Interpret and apply specific provisions of applicable codes, ordinances, and regulations
enforceable by the City.
· Establish and maintain cooperative-working relationships with those contacted in the course
of work.
· Understand and comply with City and departmental rules, regulations, and procedures.
· Interpret and implement policies, procedures, and computer applications related to the
division and department functions.
· Use English effectively to communicate clearly and concisely orally and in writing.
· Use initiative and independent judgment within established policy and procedural guidelines.
· Take a proactive approach to customer service issues.
· Recommend process improvement changes to streamline procedures.
· Organize own work, set priorities, meet critical deadlines, and follow-up on assignments with
a minimum of direction.
· Represent the City effectively in contacts with elected and foreign officials, representatives
of other agencies, City departments, and the public, occasionally in situations where relations
may be difficult or strained.
· Work in a safe manner, following City safety practices and procedures.
· Maintain confidentiality regarding sensitive information.
· Practice City core values.
Skill in:
· Basic keyboarding skills.
· Learn and apply basic computer skills, including word processing, databases, and calendar
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and e-mail systems.
· Entering data into standard computer format with speed and accuracy sufficient to perform
assigned work.
· Rapid note taking and accurate transcription of own notes.
Experience and Training
Any combination of experience and training that would provide the required knowledge, skills,
and abilities would be qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge, skills, and abilities
would be:
Experience:
· Two years of responsible experience working with the public dealing with inspection in
building, fn'e, planning/zoning, code enforcement, public service, or other related fields.
· Or one year of fieldwork in code enforcement, building inspection, engineering, planning,
fin'e, or a related field.
· Or five years of property management, involving building, fire, or code enforcement or
related duties.
Training: Equivalent to completion of high school. An associate's degree from an accredited
college, as well as additional training, apprenticeships, seminars, certificates, licenses, or other
related experience, is desirable.
Licenses and Certificates
· Possession of an appropriate valid California driver's license, which must be maintained as a
condition of employment.
· Possession of one of the following certificates is desirable: ICBO, Fire Prevention, Fire
Investigation, or Basic Peace Officer training certificate.
Special Requirements
Essential duties require the following physical skills and work environment:
Physical Skills: Ability to sit, stand, walk, kneel, crouch, stoop, squat, crawl, twist; climb
ladders, stairs, and scaffolding; and lift 35 pounds; use standard office equipment, including a
computer; vision to read printed materials and a computer screen; hearing and speech to
communicate in person and over the telephone.
Work Environment: Exposure to cold, heat, noise, outdoors, vibration, confined work space,
chemicals, explosive materials, mechanical hazards, electrical hazards, and pitched and flat
roofs.
Ability to: Travel to different sites and locations; work extended hours or off-shift work for
meeting attendance or participation in specific projects or programs.
Approved:
Revised Date: July 1997, June 2000; February 2001; August 2002, November 2002, January 2003
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City of South San Francisco
Human Resources Department
Safety Inspector I
Class Description
Definition
Under general supervision, learns to and actually does inspect and investigate for fn'e prevention-
related activities; inspects fire protection systems, construction sites, structures, buildings, and
occupancies to ensure an appropriate level of fire protection and compliance with applicable
state and local ordinances, and with nationally recognized fire and building-related codes and
other aspects of the municipal code relating to construction, code enforcement, and building
inspection; conducts field inspections for compliance protection standards; investigates and
reviews a variety of fire-related issues; enforces fire and life safety standards; investigates
incidents for cause and origin; presents education to the public on fire prevention, code
enforcement; and does related work as assigned.
Distinguishing Characteristics
This is dual-role, safety class within the safety inspector series that specializes in fire prevention
and municipal code enforcement. It is distinguished from the lower-level classification by the
requirement to perform fire prevention, inspection, and investigations, in addition to municipal
code field investigations and code enforcement. It is further distinguished from the higher
classifications by the degree of independence and technical expertise the incumbent is expected
to develop. Employees at this level receive frequent instruction and are expected to gain
increased knowledge and expertise of the more complex fire prevention, inspection, and
investigation practices and procedures. Positions in this class are flexibly staffed and are
normally filled by advancement from the lower class after demonstrating the higher-level
knowledge and skills; or when filled from outside the City, incumbents must have prior fire
investigation and inspection experience.
Important and Essential Duties
1. Interprets, apPlies, and ensures compliance with all applicable codes, ordinances,
and
regulations.
Investigates emergency incidents and fires for cause and origin; investigates fn'e hazard
complaints, violations of laws and ordinances, arson fires, and all other fires requiring
investigation for cause and origin; interviews witnesses and suspects; may search and seize,
as appropriate; participates in the County fire investigation unit and fn'e prevention officers'
association.
Conducts field inspections to ensure compliance with state and local fire codes and
ordinances of businesses, schools, rest homes, residences, multi-family dwellings; hotels,
hospitals, churches, structures, industrial and commercial buildings, general buildings; and
premises to enforce compliance with fire codes and regulations; inspects and tests fire
alarms, sprinkler systems, heat and smoke detection devices, and any other fire protection
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Class Description
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and control devices.
4. Investigates code enforcement complaints and violations received from others, including City
departments and divisions, contractors, business owners, property owners, and the public.
5. Conducts basic plan checks for industrial, commercial, public, and residential structures and
buildings for compliance with fire-related codes and ordinances.
6. Interprets fn'e codes and other building- and construction-related code requirements for
builders, subcontractors, designers, owners, and the public; resolves disagreements and
problems concerning inspections and code compliance.
7. Participates in fire prevention activities, including combustible vegetation management,
public education, and community outreach programs.
8. Conducts code enforcement field investigations and enforcement of applicable national, state,
and local ordinances.
9. Issues abatement orders and administrative citations in the enforcement of national, state, and
local ordinances.
10. Writes reports, attends, and makes presentations or responds to Planning Commission, City
Council, or other official bodies, as necessary.
11. Writes fire incident reports.
12. Operates a variety of machines and equipment, such as automobile, camera, measuring tape
and wheel, calculator, investigative and drafting equipment, and computers and related
applications.
13. May participate or assist in the mitigation of emergency incidents.
14. Performs all other duties as assigned.
Job Related and Essential Qualifications
Knowledge of:
· Basic national, state, and local fire prevention codes, ordinances, and standards.
· Principles and techniques of effective customer service.
· Fire prevention and code enforcement principles, methods, practices, programs, equipment,
and techniques.
· Learn basic plan check methods and procedures.
Ability to:
· Learn fn-e protection equipment, such as fire extinguishers, extinguishing/suppression
systems, and alarm systems.
· Read and interpret basic building and fire plans; review basic plan-check drawings and
specifications, recognizing fire safety standards and deviations from plans.
· Perform simple fire inspections.
· Apply technical knowledge and follow proper inspection techniques.
· Enforce a variety of codes, ordinances, and regulations relating to fire prevention, building,
code enforcement, and housing.
· Learn and apply principles, procedures, equipment, techniques, and methods of fire scene
investigation and other incidents to determine cause and origin.
· Learn and perform search and seizure methods.
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Learn and perform fire hazard identification to require corrective actions; analyze, interpret,
and explain fn'e prevention codes and regulations.
Learn to effectively interview witnesses and suspects.
Recognize, identify, and preserve evidence.
· Understand and comply with national, state, local, City, departmental and divisional rules
and regulations.
· Maintain comprehensive records; prepare clear, concise, and complete oral and written
reports.
· Establish and maintain cooperative and collaborative working relationships with those
contacted in the course of work; represent the City, the department, and the division
effectively in contacts with others, including agencies, City departments, and the public.
· Interact with the public in routine and sensitive situations with tact and diplomacy.
· Understand, comply, and enforce safety policies, rules, and regulations; properly use safety
equipment; work in a safe manner, following City safety practices and procedures.
· Use initiative and independent judgment within established policy and procedural guidelines.
· Organize own work, set priorities, and meet critical deadlines.
· Take a leadership role in addressing customer service issues.
· Recommend process improvement changes to streamline procedures.
· Utilize job-related computer applications.
· Maintain confidentiality regarding sensitive information.
Skill to:
· Accurately take notes and transcribe own notes.
· Perform basic keyboarding.
· Apply basic computer skills, including word processing, databases, calendar, and e-mail
systems.
· Utilize gas detector and decibel meters.
Experience and Training
Any combination of experience and training that would provide the required knowledge, skills,
and abilities would be qualifying. A typical way to obtain knowledge, skills, and abilities would
be:
Experience:
· Two years of paid full-time fire prevention or firefighting experience in a comparable
department or state agency and experience working with the public in dealing with basic fire
prevention standards, techniques, systems, and enforcement practices.
· Or one year of paid full-time experience as a Safety Inspector with the City of South San
Francisco performing basic fire prevention inspections and municipal code enforcement.
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Training:
· Equivalent to completion of high school, supplemented by courses in fire engineering, fire
safety, or a closely related field. An associate's degree from an accredited college in fire
engineering, fire safety, fire science, or a related field is highly desirable.
· Certificate of completion of Fire Prevention lA certified by the State of California Board of
Fire Services.
· State Fire Marshal Office certified Fire Prevention Officer I, or equivalent education and
experience.
Licenses and Certificates
The following licenses and certificates must be maintained as a condition of employment.
· Possession of an appropriate valid California driver's license.
· Possession of Section 832 Penal Code, State of California - non-firearm Certification.
· Possession of one of the following is highly desirable:
· Sixteen quarter units or 12 semester units in Fire Science.
· California Association of Code Enforcement, Code Enforcement Officer certification.
Special Requirements
Essential duties require the following:
Physical Skills: Ability to sit, stand, walk, kneel, crouch, stoop, squat, crawl, twist, climb stairs,
climb ladders, climb scaffolding, and lift 35 pounds.
Work Environment: Work on rooftops, attics, and crawlspaces; exposure to cold, heat, noise,
outdoors, vibration, confining spaces, chemicals, explosive materials, mechanical hazards, and
electrical hazards.
Ability to: Travel to different sites and locations; attend evening meetings; and take call during
non-business hours.
Approved:
Revised Date:
Former Titles:
Abolished:
Bargaining Unit:
ADA Review:
DOT:
Physical:
Status:
EEOC Category:
Job Code:
March 2001, November 2002, April 2003
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City of South San Francisco
Human Resources Department
Safety Inspector II
Class Description
Definition
Under general direction, inspects and investigates for fire prevention-related activities; inspects
fire protection systems, construction sites, occupancies, structures, buildings, and storage and
usages to ensure an appropriate level of fire protection and compliance with applicable state and
local ordinances, and with nationally recognized fire protection standards; investigates and
reviews a variety of fire-related issues; enforces the fire- and building-related codes and other
aspects of the municipal code relating to construction, code enforcement, and building
inspection; conducts field inspections for compliance with fire and life safety standards; conducts
simple to complex Plan reviews; investigates incidents for cause and origin of fire; presents
education to the public on fire prevention, code enforcement; and does related work as assigned.
Distinguishing Characteristics
This is dual-role, journey-level safety class within the safety inspector series that specializes in
fire prevention and municipal code enforcement. It is distinguished from the lower-level
classification by the greater independence and technical expertise in which the incumbent is
expected to effectively demonstrate. Employees at this level receive only occasional instruction
or assistance as new or unusual situations arise, are fully aware of the operating procedures and
policies of the work unit. Positions in this class are flexibly staffed and are normally filled by
advancement from the lower class after demonstrating the higher-level knowledge and skills; or
when filled from outside the City, incumbents must have prior, significant fire inspection
experience.
Important and Essential Duties
1. Interprets, applies, and ensures compliance with all applicable fire and building-related
codes, ordinances, and regulations.
2. Investigates emergency incidents and fires for cause and origin; investigates fire hazard
complaints, violations of laws and ordinances, arson fires, and all other fires requiring
investigation for cause and origin; interviews witnesses and suspects; may search and seize,
as appropriate; participates in the County fire investigation unit and fire prevention officers'
association.
3. Investigates code enforcement complaints and violations received from others, including City
departments and divisions, contractors, business owners, property owners, and the public.
4. Conducts and apProves field inspections to ensure compliance with state and local fire codes
and ordinances of businesses, schools, rest homes, residences, multi-family dwellings; hotels,
hospitals, churches, structures, industrial and commercial buildings, general buildings,
structures, and premises to enforce compliance with fire codes and regulations; inspects and
tests fire alarms~ sprinkler systems, heat and smoke detection devices, and any other fire
City of South San Francisco
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Class Description
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protection and control devices.
5. Conducts plan checks for industrial, commercial, public, and residential occupancies,
structures, and buildings for compliance with fire-related codes and ordinances.
6. Interprets fire codes and other building- and construction-related code requirements for
builders, subcontractors, designers, owners, and the public; resolves disagreements and
problems concerning inspections and code compliance.
7. Participates in fire. prevention activities, including combustible vegetation management,
public education, and community outreach programs.
8. Conducts code enforcement field investigations and enforcement of applicable national, state,
and local ordinances.
9. Issues violation notices and/or administrative citations in the enforcement of national, state,
and local ordinances; exercises powers of arrest in accordance with the applicable Municipal
Code and Penal Code sections.
10. Writes reports, attends, and makes presentations or responds to Planning Commission, City
Council, or other public bodies, as necessary.
11. Writes fire incident reports.
12. Provides training, including but not limited to training on code enforcement and fire
inspection.
13. Operates a variety of machines and equipment, such as automobile, camera, measuring tape
and wheel, calculator, investigative and drafting equipment, and computers and related
applications.
14. Participates or assists in the mitigation of emergency incidents.
15. Performs all other duties, as assigned.
Job Related and Essential Qualifications
Knowledge of:
· National, state, and local fire prevention codes, ordinances, and standards.
· Principles and techniques of effective customer service.
· Fire protection equipment, such as fire extinguishers, extinguishing/suppression systems, and
alarm systems. '
· Inspection methods and procedures.
· City and departmental polices and procedures.
· Arrest, search, and seizure methods and laws.
Ability to:
· Use fire prevention and code enforcement principles, methods, practices, programs,
equipment, and techniques.
· Use national, state, and local fire prevention codes and ordinances.
· Read and interpret building plans.
· Review plan-check drawings and specifications, recognizing fire
deviations from plans.
·
safety standards and
Apply principles, procedures, equipment, techniques, and methods of fire scene investigation
and other incidents and determine causes and origins of fire.
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Conduct arrest, search, and seizure methods.
Perform complex fire inspections.
· Identify fire hazard identification to require corrective actions; analyze, interpret, and explain
fire prevention codes and regulations.
· Apply technical knowledge and follow proper inspection techniques.
Operate fire prevention equipment, such as fire extinguishers, extinguishing/suppression
systems, and alarm systems.
· Enforce a variety of codes, ordinances, and regulations relating to fire prevention, building,
and housing with tact, diplomacy, and fairness.
· Recognize, identify, and preserve evidence.
· Effectively interview witnesses and suspects.
· Understand, and comply with national, state, local, City, departmental, and divisional rules
and regulations.
· Maintain comprehensive records; prepare clear, concise, and complete oral and written
reports.
· Establish and maintain cooperative and collaborative working relationships with those
contacted in the course of work; represent the City, the department, and the division
effectively in contacts with others, including agencies, City departments, and the public.
· Understand, comply, and enforce safety policies, rules, and regulations; properly use safety
equipment; work in a safe manner, following City safety practices and procedures.
· Interact with the public in routine and sensitive situations with tact and diplomacy.
· Use initiative and independent judgment within established policy and procedural guidelines.
· Organize own work, set priorities, and meet critical deadlines.
· Take a leadership role in addressing customer service issues.
· Recommend process improvement changes to streamline procedures.
· Utilize job-related computer applications.
· Utilize gas detector and decibel meters.
· Maintain confidentiality regarding sensitive information.
Skill to:
· Accurately take notes and transcribe own notes.
· Perform basic keyboarding.
· Apply computer skills, including word processing, databases, calendar, and e-mail systems.
Experience and Training
Any combination of experience and training that would provide the required knowledge, skills,
and abilities would be qualifying. A typical way to obtain knowledge, skills, and abilities would
be:
Experience:
· Three years of paid full-time journey-level fire prevention experience in a comparable
department or state agency and experience working with the public in dealing with journey-
level fire prevention standards, techniques, systems, and enforcement practices.
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Or one year of paid full-time experience as a Safety Inspector I with the City of South San
Francisco performing fire prevention inspections and municipal code enforcement.
Training:
· Equivalent to completion of high school, supplemented by courses in fire engineering, fire
safety, or a closely related field. An associate's degree from an accredited college in fire
engineering, fire Safety, fire science, or a related field is preferred.
· Certificate of completion of Fire Prevention 2A certified by the State of California Board of
Fire Services.
· State Fire Marshal Office Fire Prevention Officer II certification, or equivalent education and
experience.
Licenses and Certificates
The following licenses or certifications must be maintained as a condition of employment:
· Possession of an appropriate valid California driver's license.
· Possession of a Fire Investigation I certificate, State Fire Marshal.
· Possession of Section 832 Penal Code, State of California - non-firearm Certification.
· Possession of one of the following is highly desirable:
· Sixteen quarter units or 12 semester units in Fire Science.
· California Association of Code Enforcement Code Enforcement Officer certification.
Special Requirements
Essential duties require the following:
Physical Sla'lls: Ability to sit, stand, walk, kneel, crouch, stoop, squat, crawl, twist, climb staffs,
climb ladders, climb scaffolding, and lift 3 5 pounds.
Work Environment: Work on rooftops, attics, and crawlspaces; exposure to cold, heat, noise,
outdoors, vibration, confining spaces, chemicals, explosive materials, mechanical hazards, and
electrical hazards.
Ability to: Travel to different sites and locations; attend evening meetings; and take call during
non-business hours.
Approved:
Revised Date:
Former Titles:
Abolished:
Bargaining Unit:
ADA Review:
DOT:
Physical:
Status:
EEOC Category:
Job Code:
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City of South San Francisco
Human Resources Department
Safety Inspector III
Class Description
Definition
Under general direction, inspects fire protection systems, construction sites, buildings, uses,
occupancies, and structures to ensure an appropriate level of fire protection and compliance with
applicable state and local regulations, and with nationally recognized fire protection standards;
investigates and reviews a variety of fire-related issues; enforces the fire and building-related
codes and other aspects of the municipal code relating to construction, code enforcement,
building inspection, and weed abatement; conducts complex field inspections for compliance
with fire and life safety standards; investigates complex incidents for cause and origin of fire;
enforces hazmat-related laws and regulations; conducts complex plan reviews; presents
education to the public on fire prevention; acts in a lead role in the absence of the Fire Marshal;
and does related work as assigned.
Distinguishing Characteristics
This is a dual role, specialist-level safety class within the safety inspector series that is focused
on the most complex fire prevention, engineering, and inspection; code enforcement, which also
includes combustible vegetation management; incident investigation by providing technical
expertise related to fire codes and other construction, building, and inspection codes; and
consultation, pre-planning, and pre-inspection. It is distinguished from the lower-level
classification by the significant level of independence in which an incumbent is expected to
effectively operate. Employees at this level receive only occasional instruction or assistance as
new or unusual situations arise, are fully aware of the operating procedures and policies of the
work unit, and provide direction to lower-level inspectors. This class is flexibly staffed and is
normally filled by advancement from the lower class; or when filled from outside the City,
require prior fire inspection experience. Appointments to the higher class require that the
employee perform the full range of duties assigned to the class. This classification may be made
as an assignment and is differentiated from suppression positions by its core responsibilities for
inspection and code enforcement.
Important and Essential Duties
1. Interprets, applies, and ensures compliance with all applicable tn'e- and building-related
codes, ordinances, and regulations.
2. Investigates code enforcement complaints and violations received from others, including City
departments and divisions, contractors, business owners, property owners, and the public.
3. Investigates emergency incidents and fires for cause and origin; investigates fke hazard
complaints, violations of laws and ordinances, arson fires, and all other fires requiring
investigation for cause and origin; interviews witnesses and suspects; may search and seize,
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as appropriate; participates in the County fh-e investigation unit and fn'e prevention officers'
association.
4. Conducts field inspections to ensure compliance with state and local fire codes and
ordinances of businesses, schools, rest homes, residences, multi-family dwellings; hotels,
hospitals, churches, structures, industrial and commercial buildings, general buildings; and
premises to enforce compliance with fire codes and regulations; inspects and tests fire
alarms, sprinkler systems, heat and smoke detection devices, and any other fire protection
and control devices.
5. Reviews plans for storage, uses, occupancies, structures, and buildings for compliance with
fire-related codes and ordinances.
6. Interprets fire codes and other building- and construction-related code requirements for
builders, subcontractors, designers, owners, and the public; resolves disagreements and
problems concerning inspections and code compliance.
7. Signs-off on a variety of fire-related permits and inspections.
8. Issues violation notices and/or administrative citations in the enforcement of ordinances and
codes; exercises powers of arrest in accordance with the Municipal Code and Penal Code
sections.
9. Writes reports, attends, and makes presentations or responds to Planning Commission, City
Council, or other public bodies, as necessary.
10. Reviews and evaluates hazardous materials plans for compliance with national, state, and
local regulations and ordinances.
11. Reviews and evaluates emergency procedures and disaster plans; conducts fire drills.
12. Provides training, including but not limited to training on code enforcement, fire inspection,
and fire investigation.
13. Reviews fire incident report to ensure compliance with state guidelines and procedures.
14. Operates a variety of machines and equipment, such as automobile, camera, measuring tape
and wheel, calculator, investigative and drafting equipment, and computers and related
applications.
15. Participates or assists in the mitigation of emergency incidents.
16. May act in a lead role in the absence of the Fire Marshal, as assigned.
17. Performs all other duties as assigned.
Job Related and Essential Qualifications
Knowledge of'
· Fire prevention and code enforcement principles, methods, practices, programs, equipment,
and techniques,
· National, state, and local fire prevention codes, ordinances, and standards.
· Principles and techniques of effective customer service.
· Principles, procedures, equipment, techniques, and methods of investigation.
· Inspection and plan check methods and procedures.
· City and departmental polices and procedures.
· Arrest, search, and seizure methods and laws.
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Fire prevention equipment, such as fire extinguishers, extinguishing/suppression systems,
and alarm systems:
Ability to:
· Perform the most complex fire inspections and code enforcement activities.
· Identify fire hazards to require corrective actions; analyze, interpret,
prevention codes and regulations.
and explain fire
· Apply technical knowledge and follow proper inspection techniques.
Read and interpret building and engineering plans.
· Review plan-check drawings and specifications, recognizing fire safety standards and
deviations from planS.
· Enforce a varietY of codes, ordinances, and regulations relating to fn'e prevention, building,
and housing.
· Investigate fire scenes and other incidents and determine causes and origins of fire.
· Recognize, identify, and preserve evidence.
· Effectively interView witnesses and suspects.
· Understand and comply with national, state, local, City, departmental, and divisional rules
and regulations.
· Maintain comprehensive records; prepare clear, concise, and complete oral and written
reports.
· Establish and maintain collaborative and cooperative working relationships with those
contacted in the course of work; represent the City, the department, and the division
effectively in contacts with others, including agencies, City departments, and the public.
· Understand, comply, and enforce safety policies, rules, and regulations; properly use safetY
equipment; work in a safe manner, following City safety practices and procedures.
· Coordinate combustible vegetation management public education and community outreach
programs.
· Interact with the public in routine and sensitive situations with tact and diplomacy.
· Use initiative and independent judgment within established policy and procedural guidelines.
· Organize own work, set priorities, and meet critical deadlines.
· Take a leadership role in addressing customer service issues.
· Make process improvement changes to streamline procedures.
· Utilize job-related computer applications.
· Utilize gas detector and decibel meter.
Skill to:
· Accurately take notes and transcribe own notes.
· Perform basic keyboarding.
· Apply computer skills, including word processing, databases, calendar, and e-mail systems.
· For assignment Positions, learn and apply job-related knowledge and abilities.
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Experience and Training
Any combination of experience and training that would provide the required knowledge, skills,
and abilities would be qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge, skills, and abilities
would be:
Experience:
Four years of paid full-time increasingly responsible fire prevention experience in a
comparable department or state agency and in working with the public in dealing with fire
prevention standards, techniques and systems, and enforcement practices.
· Or one year of paid full-time experience as a Safety Inspector II with the City of South San
Francisco performing fn'e prevention inspections and municipal code enforcement.
· Or this position may be an assignment and some knowledge and training may be gained on
the job. If assigned, two years' experience with the City of South San Francisco's Fire
Department in any classification/assignment below a Fire Captain.
Training:
· Equivalent to an associate's degree in f'n'e engineering, £u'e safety, or a closely related field.
A bachelor's degree from an accredited college in fire engineering, fn'e safety, fire science, or a
related field is highly desirable.
· Certificate of completion of Fire Prevention 3A and 3B certified by the State of California
Board of Fire Services.
· State Fire Marshal Office Fire Prevention Officer III certificate, or equivalent education and
experience.
· Possession of a Fire Investigation I certificate, State Fire Marshal, or equivalent.
· For fire suppression assignments, incumbents must have the following:
· Fire Prevention lA
· Fire Prevention 1B
· Fire Prevention 1 C
· Fire Investigation lA
· Fire Investigation 1B
Licenses and Certificates
Possession of the following licenses
employment.
·
·
and certifications must be maintained as a condition of
An appropriate valid California driver's license.
Possession of Section 832 Penal Code, State of California- non-firearm Certification.
Possession of the following is highly desirable:
· California Association of Code Enforcement, Code Enforcement Officer certification.
· Fire Investigation II certificate, State Fire Marshal.
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Class Description
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Special Requirements
Essential duties require the following:
Physical Skills: Ability to sit, stand, walk, kneel, crouch, stoop, squat, crawl, twist, climb stairs,
climb ladders, climb scaffolding, and lift 3 5 pounds.
Work Environment: Work on rooftops, attics, and crawlspaces; exposure to cold, heat, noise,
outdoors, vibration, confining spaces, chemicals, explosive materials, mechanical hazards, and
electrical hazards.
Ability to: Travel to different sites and locations; attend evening meetings; and take call during
non-business hours.
Approved:
Revised Date:
Former TRies:
Abolished:
Bargaining Unit:
ADA Review:
DOT:
Physical:
Status:
EEOC Category:
Job Code:
March 2001, November 2002, April 2003
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Exhibit B
Below are the proposed salary range top step for each of the classifications listed in the staff
report to which this is attached. Please note that any new range may have some minor frae-
tuning when entered into the payroll system.
AFSCME Salary Schedule
Title Top Step
Safety Inspector (including incentive) .................................... No change, but include incentive
in the range ($4,278-$5,565).
IAFF Salary Schedule
Title Top Step
Safety Inspector I .... i::~ ............................................................ No change from Fire Inspector I
range ($5,228-$6,354).
Safety Inspector II,,., .............................................................. Place midway between the ranges
of Safety Inspector I and Safety
Inspector III at a top step of
$6,989 a month ($5,824-$6,989)
Safety Inspector III:,., .............................................................. No change from Fire Inspector II
range ($6,273-$7,627).
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City Council
Staff Report
DATE: April 9, 2003
TO:
Honorable Mayor and City Council
FROM:
Assistant City Manager
SUBJECT:
Five Year Consolidated Housing, Economic and Community Development
Plan and One Year Action Plan for the Community Development Block
Grant Program
RECOMMENDATION:
It is recommended that City Council adopt the attached Resolution authorizing submittal
of the City's Five Year Consolidated Housing, Economic and Community Development
Plan; and the City's One Year Action Plan; and all required documents to the Department
of Housing and Urban Development; and authorizing the City Manger to execute all
documents necessary to secure and award CDBG funds for the City.
BACKGROUND/DISCUSSION:
This is the final required public heating regarding funding allocations for the 2003-2004
Community Development Block Grant Program. The purpose is to obtain public comments
regarding the proposed Five Year Consolidated Housing, Economic and Community
Development Plan for 2003-2008; ,the One Year Action Plan for 2003-04; and the Statement of
Objectives and Projected Use of Funds for the Community Development Block Grant Program.
Notice of this public heating was published in the San Mateo Times on March 27th as required
by federal regulations. In addition, notices were mailed to community organizations that have
submitted applications for funding.
The CDBG Entitlement amount for next fiscal year is $747,000 which represents a reduction of
$1,000 from last year's allocation. There is an additional amount of $92,854 in program income
that may be added to the entitlement amount for a total CDBG allocation of $839,854. There is a
federal spending limit for public service activities limited to fifteen percent (15%) of the
entitlement amount plus fifteen percent of the program income. Therefore, of that amount, a total
of $125,500 may be allocated for public service activities and a total of $149,400 may be
allocated for program administration activities, which has a spending limit of twenty percent
(20%). The City received applications for public service activities in excess of $100,000 above
the amount of funds available.
Staff Report
To: Honorable Mayor and City Council
Subject: Five Year Consolidated Plan and One Year Action Plan for CDBG
April 9, 2003
Page 2
This year, the HOME Investment Partnership Program provided the City with administrative
funds in the amount of $22,500. These funds have been incorporated into the CDBG budget by
City Council action this evening, allowing them to be received and expended in fiscal year 2003-
04. HOME funds are usually received one year at a time and allocated to undertake fair housing
activities as designated by the City Council to continue funding for Project Sentinel and La Raza
Centro Legal.
In order to maximize the use of CDBG funds, the City has traditionally allocated Redevelopment
Agency Housing Fund dollars to housing related activities such as emergency shelter programs
camed out by community agencies. Requests for Proposals are received via the CDBG process
and the City Council recommends that those funds be made available to specific projects that
qualify under that funds requirements. The Redevelopment Agency has funded Family
Crossroads and Maple Street Shelters, operated by Shelter Network, and the Human
Investment's Shared Housing Project for ten years. The Safe Harbor Homeless Shelter was also
placed in this category for funding purposes, as of fiscal year 2002-03.
The only other public service or rehabilitation activity eligible in this category is Sitike
Counseling Center and the CDBG sub-committee is recommending funding this year for their
women and children's program with limited redevelopment agency funds.
CDBG SUB COMMITTEE PRELIMINARY FUNDING RECOMMENDATIONS:
The CDBG sub-committee reviewed applications for funding, individual program
accomplishments and general parameters and priorities for funding based on an assessment of the
most critical community needs. Those critical needs were established by City Council in the
City's Consolidated Housing and Community Development Plan. The attached Exhibit "B',
CDBG Sub-Committee Funding Recommendations to City Council, provides the allocation
amounts proposed for each funding request. Please refer to the column labeled sub-committee
recommended allocation amounts, for fiscal year 2003-2004. These proposed funding levels were
provided to each CDBG applicant. This evening, City Council has the opportunity to revise
the funding levels at its discretion or accept the recommendations, in whole or in part.
The sub-committee was required to reduce funding by fourteen thousand dollars ($14,000) for
social service activities from last year's funding level due to a small cut in the City's Entitlement
amount and to reduced program income. For that reason, it was not possible to fund activities for
new applicants with one exception, and several projects received reduced allocations, fi.om the
current year.
Staff Report
To: Honorable Mayor and City Council
Subject: Five Year Consolidated Plan and One Year Action Plan for CDBG
April 9, 2003
Page 3
Five Year Consolidated Plan 2003-2008 and One Year Plan 2003-2004:
Staff recommends that the City's Consolidated Plan goals and objectives remain as previously
stated because over the years they have served the City and its residents extremely well. They
have proven to be sufficiently broad as to provide room to accommodate any new activities the
City has sponsored and address critical needs in our community in a cost effective manner.
The City's Five Year Consolidated Plan and One Year Plan are attached as exhibits to this report
and include the following:
Exhibit "C"
Exhibit "D"
Exhibit "E"
Exhibit "F"
Executive Summary of the City's Five Year Consolidated Plan 2003-2008
Five Year Consolidated Plan 2003-2008
One Year Action Plan 2003-2004
HUD Community 2020 Project Activity Forms
CONCLUSION:
It is recommended that City Council adopt the attached Resolution authorizing submittal of the
City's Five Year Consolidated Plan and One Year Action Plan; and authorize the City Manager
to execute all documents necessary to secure and award CDBG funds for the City.
City Manager
Attachments:
Exhibit "A"
Exhibit "B"
Exhibit "C"
Exhibit "D"
Exhibit "E"
Exhibit "F"
Resolution
CDBG Sub-Committee Funding Recommendations
Executive Summary of the City's Five Year Consolidated Plan
Five Year Consolidated Plan 2003-2008
One Year Action Plan 2003-2004
HUD Community 2020 Project Activity Form
RESOLUTION NO.
CITY COUNCIL, CITY OF SOUTH SAN FRANCISCO, STATE OF CALIFORNIA
A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING SUBMITTAL OF THE CITY'S FIVE
YEAR CONSOLIDATED PLAN AND ONE YEAR ACTION PLAN TO
THE DEPARTMENT OF HO[?SING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT
WHEREAS, staff recommends submittal of the City's Five Year Consolidated Housing,
Economic and Community Development Plan; and the City's One Year Action Plan; and all required
documents to the Department of Housing and Urban Development.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of South San
Francisco that the City Council hereby authorizes submittal of the City's Five Year Consolidated
Plan and One Year Action Plan to the Department of Housing and Urban Development.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the City Manager is hereby authorized to execute all
documents necessary to secure and award CDBG funds for the City.
I hereby certify that the foregoing Resolution was regularly introduced and adopted by the
City council of the City of South San Francisco at a meeting held on the __
day of ,2003 by the following vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSTAIN:
ABSENT:
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ATTEST:
Clerk
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COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT PROGRAM FY 2003-2004 EXHIBIT B
Total Total Fund Request Sub COMMENTS
Funding Funding 03-04 Committee
01-02 02-03 Recommendations
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A~ ,dHiL~ CA,?,,! ~ .......... , ,, ,,,,, i ~
1. Child Care Coordinating Council 5,000 5,000 5,387 5,000
2. City-Sponsored Child Care 10,000 10,000 10,000 10,000
3. Friends to Parents 9,000 9,000 9,000 5,000
4. Children's Center (SSFUSD) 3,000 3,000 3,000 3,000
Sub Total 27,387 23,000
B ~'NiOR:.S~R~i'CES
1. City-Sponsored Adult Day Care 20,000 20,000 20,000 20,000
2. Second Harvest Food Bank 5,000 5,500 5,775 5,500
3. Ombudsman Program of San Mateo 5,000
Sub Total 30,775 25,500
C'GEU ~ SOCIAL SERVICES' ~'
1. Neighborhood Services Ctr (NPNSC) 20,000 25,000 25,000 25,000
2. The Tooth Mobile 15,000 15,000 15,000
3. Project READ - West Orange Library 6,000 6,000 6,000 6,000
4 PARCA - Support Services Program 15,000 5,000
Sub Total 61,000 51,000
Di BATT~E~D,~WOMEN S ,SERV CES
1. Center for Domestic Violence Prevention 8,000 8,000! 13,000 5,000
2. Sor Juana Ines - Abused Women Advocac' 4,000 4,000 -
3. Rape Trauma Services Center 5,000 5,000 5,000
Sub Total 18,000 10,000
E S : :' ,, ,, ~>~,,~,,, ,, ~'';, , ,,, , , ., ;;; '
1. C.I.D. - 8ocial Services 2,000 2,000 2,000 -
2. ELLIPSE Peninsula Aids Program 4,000 4,000 30,000 4,000
3. Disabled Homebuyer Counseling (PARCA) 50,600 -
Sub Total 82,600 4,000
F YOUTH 8EEv. I~ES; ~' : :
1. John's Closet 3,000 3,000 4,000 3,000
2.Family Alternatives (NPFA) 9,000 9,000 9,000 9,000
Sub Total 13,000 12,000
*Total Public Service Requests: 232,762
*Sub Total Public Service Allocations: 125,500
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COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT PROGRAM FY 2003-2004 EXHIBIT
Total Total ;Fund Request Sub COMMENTS
Funding Funding 03-04 Committee
01-02 02-03 Recommendations
1. C. I.D. Housing Access 13,000 13,000 15,000 15,000
2. Families on Track (SSFUSD) 40,000 20,000 20,000
3. City Sponsored - Housing Programs 240,000 357,459 346,454 346,454
4. City Sponsored Commercial 175,000 175,000 175,000 175,000
5. Rebuilding Together Peninsula 8,500 8,500
*Total Housing, Co,,~erclal & Public Facilities Requests: 564,954
Sub Total Housing, Commeclal & Public Facilities Allocations: 564,954
1. CDBG Program Admin 152800 149600 149,400 149,400
* Sub Total Administration 149,400 149,400
TOTAL REQUESTS FOR CDBG FUNDS 947,116
TOTAL CDBG ALLOCATIONS 839,854
Total CDBG Funds Available 747,000
Total CDBG Program Income 92,854
G~ND TOTAL 839,854
1. La Raza Centro Legal 15,000 19,500 19,500 17,500
2. Project Sentinel 6,000 6,000 9,500 5,000
*Total Home Program Requests: 29,000
Total HOME Program Allocation:: 22,500
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COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT PROGRAM FY 2003-2004 EXHIBIT B
Total Total Fund Request iSub COMMENTS
Funding Funding 03-04 Committee
01-02 02-03 Recommendations
)3-4 ~
1. HIP (Human Investment Proj/Housing 25,000 25,000 27,800 20,000
2. Shelter Network - Crossroads 18,000 14,000 18,000 14,000
3. Shelter Network - Maple Street 10,000 10,000 10,000 10,000
4. Samaritan House - Safe Harbor 7,000 20,000 7,000
5. Sitike Counseling Center 10,000 5,000
6. La Raza Centro Legal 2,000
*Total Redevelopment Fund Requests: 85,800
Total Redevelopmnet Fund Allocations: 58,000
TOTAL CDBG FUNDS $ 839,854
TOTAL HOME FUNDS $ 22,500
TOTAL REDEVELOPMENT FUNDS $ 58,000
GRAND TOTAL FUNDS FOR YR 03-04 $ 920,354
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City of ~outh San Francisco
Five-Year Consolidated
Housing, Economic and Community
Development Plan
2003-2008
April 2003
Prepared by
Economic and Community Development Department
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City of South San Francisco
2003-2008 Consolidated Plan
For Housing, Economic, and Community Development
TABLE OF CONTENTS
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY .................................................................................................................................... 1
A. GOALS AND PRIORITIES ............................................................................................................................. 1
B. CONSOLIDATED HOUSING, ECONOMIC AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT PLAN .................................... 2
C. CONCLUSION ............................................................................................................................................. 2
II.
CONSOLIDATED PLANNING PROCESS .............................................................................................................. 5
A. PLANNING AND IMPLEMENTATION PROCESS ............................................................................................ 5
B. CITIZEN PARTICIPATION PLAN ................................................................................................................. 8
III.
FIVE YEAR STRATEGIC HOUSING PLAN: HOMELESS AND SPECIAL NEEDS POPULATIONS ............................ 17
A. HOMELESS INDIVIDUALS AND FAMILIES ................................................................................................... 17
B. SPECIAL NEEDS POPULATIONS ................................................................................................................. 23
C. SUMMARY OF SPECIFIC HOMELESS/SPECIAL NEEDS OBJECTIVES ........................................................... 28
IV.
FIVE YEAR STRATEGIC HOUSING PLAN: AFFORDABLE HOUSING NEEDS ...................................................... 31
A. MARKET ANALYSIS: POPULATION, HOUSING SUPPLY AND CONDITIONS ............................................... 31
B. HOUSING NEEDS ASSESSMENT ................................................................................................................. 44
C. PROJECTED FIVE YEAR HOUSING NEEDS ................................................................................................. 52
D. SUMMARY OF HOUSING PRIORITIES AND OBJECTIVES ............................................................................ 52
E. NEEDS OF PUBLIC HOUSING AND PUBLIC HOUSING STRATEGY .............................................................. 58
F. LEAD-BASED PAINT ABATEMENT NEEDS ................................................................................................ 58
G. BARRIERS TO AFFORDABLE HOUSING ...................................................................................................... 59
H. REMOVING BARRIERS TO AFFORDABLE HOUSING/GOVERNMENT CONSTRAINTS .................................. 72
I. ANTI-POVERTY STRATEGY ....................................................................................................................... 87
J. MONITORING STANDARDS AND PROCEDURES ......................................................................................... 88
V. FIVE YEAR STRATEGIC NON-HOUSING COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT PLAN .................................................. 88
APPENDIX A: CITIZEN PARTICIPATION PLAN FO'R THE HUD PLANNING PROCESS 2003-2008
LIST OF HUD TABLES
TABLE IA: HOMELESS POPULATION ............................................................................................................................ 22
TABLE 2A: SPECIAL NEEDS POPULATION .................................................................................................................... 27
TABLE lC: SUMMARY OF SPECIFIC HOMELESS/SPECIAL NEEDS OBJECTIVES ............................................................ 30
TABLE 2A: PRIORITY HOUSING NEEDS SUMMARY TABLE .......................................................................................... 54
TABLE 2B: COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT NEEDS ......................................................................................................... 91
TABLE 2C: SUMMARY OF SPECIFIC HOUSING AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT OBJECTIVES .................................. 92
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City Of South San Francisco
2003-2008 Consolidated Plan For
Housing, Economic And Community Development
I. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development requires local jurisdictions to prepare a Five
Year Consolidated Housing, Economic and Community Development Plan in order to receive federal
funds through the Community Development Block Grant, HOME Investment Partnership, Emergency
Shelter Grant, and Housing Opportunities for Persons with AIDS Programs. The City of South San
Francisco is a participating jurisdiction in the San Mateo County HOME Consortium and submits its
federal application as part of that Consortium. However, the City prepares its own Consolidated Plan. The
Consolidated Plan is prepared only once for a period of five years, in this case for fiscal year 2003 - 2008.
The Consolidated Plan outlines a community's strategy tbr addressing housing and community
development needs based on current community needs that are determined by the City to be a priority.
A. Goals and Priorities
Federal Department of Housing and Community Development Programs have three basic goals:
1. To assist extremely Iow, very low and Iow-income persons by providing decent and
affordable housing.
2. To provide these persons with a suitable living environment; and
3. To expand their economic opportunities.
The City's Five Year Consolidated Plan further these goals by assessing housing and community
development needs and resources and by describing priority actions, projects, and programs to be initiated
and or completed during each fiscal year of the Consolidated Plan.
In 1993, The County Consortium established specific housing and non-housing priorities to guide
Community Development Block Grant Program funding allocations and the City adopted those goals,
which over the years have served our residents well. The adopted goals have proven to be sufficiently
broad as to provide room to accommodate any new activities, which the City has sponsored with CDBG
funding. It is proposed that the goals and priorities previously established remain in place for the term of
the next Consolidated Plan dated 2003 - 2008. Further, these goals have been previously reviewed with
the Redevelopment Agency's Implementation Plan and the City's Housing Element in mind to ensure
consistency between the documents and between City sponsored housing and community development
programs. South San Francisco's housing and non-housing priorities, programs, and specific activities can
be found on Table A and Table B on the following the executive summary. These priorities will guide
South San Francisco Housing and Community Development activities, including the use of Community
Development Block Grant funding, over the course of the next five years.
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B. Consolidated Housing, Economic, & Community Development Plan
The Five Year Consolidated Housing, Community and Economic Development Plan identifies and
prioritizes current housing and community development needs, including the needs of special needs
groups such as homeless, elderly, and disabled people, and outlines South San Francisco's strategy for
addressing these community needs over the next five years.
The first public hearing with the City Council on March 12, 2003 was an opportunity to hear public
testimony on the City's housing and community development needs for the Five-Year Consolidated
Housing, Community, and Economic Development Plan and to provide direction to staff regarding
priorities for the next five years. At the final public hearing on April 9, the City Council will hear public
testimony on the proposed the Consolidated Plan and One Year Action Plan and adopt the plan. Once
City Council makes their final recommendations, all documents will be finalized for submittal to HUD
via San Mateo County, by May 1, 2003.
C. Conclusion
Through the Five Year Consolidated Housing, Community, and Economic Development Plan and One
Year Action Plan, the City of South San Francisco will assess the housing, community, and economic
development needs of the community and describe priorities and specific objectives for addressing these
needs over the next five years. Because affordable housing continues to be a great need in the Bay Area,
the priorities used in past years continue to be relevant to addressing the current needs of South San
Francisco.
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TABI,F~ A
South San Francisco Housing and Community Development Priorities - Housing
Priority Programs Specific Activities
A. Priority: New Housing Affordable Rental Housing for the Elderly
Increase, maintain and Construction Affordable Rental Housing for Large Families (>5)
improve the supply of (Rental, Ownership, Affordable Rental Housing for Small Families (<4)
affordable housing for low- Senior Hsg., SRO) Affordable Rental Housing for Single People
and moderate-income Acquisition and Buy & Rehab. Existing Hsg. & Make It Afl. Rental
individuals and families. Rehabilitation Buy & Rehab. Existing Hsg. & Make It Aff. Ownership
Rental Rehabilitation Loans to Owners of Rental Hsg. To Rebab. Units &
Restrict Rents to Affordable Levels
Low-Income Minor Repairs
Owner-Occupied Loans for Major Repairs
Housing Rehabilitation Vouchers to Fix Emergency Code Violations (safety/fire)
Excessive Trash/Debris Removal
1st Time Homebuyer Loans for First-Time Homebuyers (will begin in '03)
More Affordable Inclusionary Ordinance - New market rate developments
Homes to Buy must include 20% affordable units for moderate income
B. Priority: Support and maintain Emergency Shelter for Families
Provide service-enriched existing housing and Transitional Housing for Families
shelter and transitional transitional housing Emergency Shelter for Single People
housing for homeless programs for Transitional Housing for Single People
individuals and families, individuals and families Emergency Shelter for Youth
Transitional Housing for Youth
Home Sharing Rental Referrals
Job Training Services
Case Management
Substance Abuse Treatment
Mental Health Care
Housing Placement
Life Skills Training
Support dev. of shelters New Shelter Construction for Homeless Individuals and
and transitional hsg. Families
C. Priority: Support for gervice- Assisted Living Options for the Elderly
Provide service-enriched enhanced shelters Assisted Living Options for the Disabled
housing opportunities for serving groups with Shelters for Domestic Violence Survivors
individmds and families w/ special needs Assisted Living Options for People with HIV/AIDS
special needs incl., but not
limited to, seniors, people Residential Substance Abuse Treatment Programs
w/physical and Support for programs Housing Modifications for Disabled Access
developmental disabilities, that modify housing to
domestic violence survivors, help the elderly and
people with HIV/AIDS, & disabled stay in their
people in treatment for homes
substance abuse.
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TABLE B
South San Francisco Housing and Community Development Priorities - Non-Housing
Priority Programs Specific Activities
A. Priority: All social service programs Adult Reading Programs
Provide core public services Basic Social Services (food, clothing, emergency
activities to improve the assistance, housing referrals)
quality of life for low- Child Care Services
income individuals and Crime Prevention
families, including those at Disabled Services (independent living
risk of becoming homeless counseling, job training)
and special needs groups. Domestic Violence/Rape Trauma Services
Job Training
Fair Housing Services (legal advice and help for
people who experience housing discrimination)
Health Services (dental, physical, mental)
HIV/A|DS Services
Lead Hazard Screening
Senior Services (food distribution, day care)
Substance Abuse Treatment
Transportation Services
Youth Services (tutoring, recreation, counseling)
B. Priority: Commercial facade Improve Appearances of Downtown Businesses
Sustain and increase the improvement program
level of business and Other possible business No current activities
economic activity in areas assistance programs
that serve or have a high
percentage of low-income
residents.
C. Priority: Public facility rehabilitation Senior Centers
Preserve and improve and improvement program Handicapped Centers
public facilities that serve a Youth Centers
high percentage of low- ' Child Care Centers
income residents. Health Facilities
Neighborhood Facilities
Parks and/or Recreation Facilities
Infrastructure Parking Facilities
improvements in low- and Non-Residential Historic Preservation
moderate-income areas Street Improvements
Sidewalk Improvements
Trash Disposal Improvements
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II. CONSOLIDATED PLANNING PROCESS
The Department of Housing and Urban Development requires entitlement jurisdiction to identify the lead
agency or entity responsible for overseeing the development of the Consolidated Plan and to identify the
major public and private agencies responsible for administering programs described in the Consolidated
Plan. The jurisdiction also needs to describe how the lead agency consulted with and coordinated with
other entities to develop the Consolidated Plan, and to describe the institutional structure in place to carry
out the actions in the plan. Finally, the jurisdiction is to describe how it involved citizens in the process
to develop the plan and to address their comments. This section describes how the City of South San
Francisco has addressed these requirements.
A. Planning and Implementation Process
Lead Agency
The City of South San Francisco's Community Development Department (CDD) is the lead public
agency responsible for developing and implementing the City's Consolidated Plan. CDD administers the
City's Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) and Redevelopment Agency's tax increment
funds. CDD is responsible for many of the activities and programs identifies in the Consolidated Plan
including the City's housing rehabilitation program, voucher program, first time homebuyer program,
new housing development programs, funding of nonprofit agencies, commercial development programs,
and for improving the City's public facilities and infrastructure.
Consultation and Coordination
Organizations Consulted to Develop the Consolidated Plan
The City of South San Francisco is a participating jurisdiction in the San Mateo County HOME
consortium. South San Francisco consulted with San Mateo County in identifying community needs.
The City also consulted with the following governmental and social service organizations in identifying
community needs: Child Care Coordinating Council, Center for Independence for the Disabled, Shelter
Network, Second Harvest Food Bank, Sitike Counseling Center, City of South San Francisco Adult Day
Care Program, HIP Housing, North Peninsula Family Alternatives, North Peninsula Neighborhood
Services Center, Families on Track, Mid-Peninsula Housing Coalition, International Institute of San
Francisco, La Raza Centro Legal, John's Closet, ELLIPSE, San Mateo Interfaith Hospitality Network,
PARCA, Ombudsman Program of San Mateo County, Project Read, South San Francisco High School,
and the Volunteer Center of San Mateo County.
CDD staff also participated in a workshop held by the City/County Association of Governments on
housing needs in San Mateo County. Further detail on the City's process of developing the plan and for
citizen participation can be found in the Citizen Participation Plan.
Organizations Consulted to Deliver Services
The City will work closely with non-profit social service providers, other cities, the School District, the
County, and the Chamber of Commerce to coordinate the delivery of services to residents. The City will
also assist neighborhood groups with space for events and materials to help them conduct community
activities.
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In 2003~2008, the City will work to strengthen its relationships with organizations serving the public.
Specific efforts will include:
Participate in the San Mateo County HOME Program Consortium
· Continue working with the County of San Mateo and other CDBG jurisdictions to implement
HUD's Lead Safe Housing Regulation
· Fund non-profit agencies serving low-income residents
· Continue working with Mid-Peninsula Housing Coalition to rehabilitate Willow Gardens
· Participate with the County of San Mateo and other cities on the Peninsula to develop the
Countywide Housing Investment Partnership (CHIP) First-Time Homebuyer Program that
will create opportunities for first-time homebuyers.
· Work with businesses and the Chamber of Commerce on downtown beautification and other
projects to improve the downtown
· Work with nonprofit agencies and private developers to build affordable housing.
Institutional Structure
The following jurisdictions, organizations, and groups are part of the institutional structure through which
the City of South San Francisco's Five Year Consolidated Plan objectives will be implemented:
Commnnity Development Department, Ci_ty of South San Francisco
As described earlier, the City of South San Francisco's Community Development Department (CDD) is
responsible for many of the activities and programs identifies in the Consolidated Plan. The City will be
actively involved conducting housing rehabilitation, making loans to first time homebuyers, developing
new housing, funding nonprofit agencies, creating opportunities for commercial development, and
improving the City's public facilities and infrastructure.
Coun _ty of San Mateo
Because of the City's eligibility to receive funds directly from the federal government, the County plays a
smaller role in South San Francisco than it does in other cities on the Peninsula. The County, however,
does contribute to housing and community development needs of the City through programs such as its
first time homebuyer program and through the financing of nonprofit agencies. One very critical role the
County plays in South San Francisco is providing services for homeless persons and persons with special
needs. The City of South San Francisc6 participates in the County Continuum of Care Collaborative to
address the needs of homeless people in South San Francisco.
San Mateo County Housing Authori _ty
The San Mateo County Public Housing Authority is responsible for implementing the federally funded
Section 8 Program throughout the County of San Mateo. A portion of the Housing Authority's rent
assistance vouchers and certificates are allocated to the City of South San Francisco.
South San Francisco Public Housing Authori _ty
The South San Francisco Public Housing Authority operates as a separate entity and submits a
Consolidated Plan to HUD separately from the City of South San Francisco. The South San Francisco
PHA manages 80 units of affordable public housing. More information about the South San Francisco
PHA can be found in their 2000-2004 Consolidated Plan.
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Nonprofit Organizations
Nonprofit organizations in South San Francisco play an important role providing affordable housing and
services for South San Francisco residents. South San Francisco partially funds and monitors these
agencies through its Community Development Block Grant program. The programs theses agencies
provide are as varied as the clients they serve and range from housing rehabilitation to counseling. North
Peninsula Neighborhood Services, Inc. (NPNSC) conducts a minor home repair in South San Francisco.
Shelter Network operates several shelters providing emergency and transitional for Sonth San Francisco
residents
For years Human Investment Project (HIP) operates a home sharing referral program, which matches
persons looking for housing with persons, which have extra living space. The agency also helps seniors
obtain reverse mortgages and manages several shared housing units. HIP is also a Community Housing
Development Organization (CHDO) and as such is eligible for receiving HOME funds designated for
CHDO's.
The Child Care Coordinating Council, Friends to Parents, Second Harvest, The Tooth Mobile, ELLIPSE
and many other nonprofit organizations also provide valuable services to residents in South San
Francisco. A complete listing and description of service providers is included each in year in the City's
One-Year Action Plan.
Private Industry_
Private sector organizations involved in providing housing and services include realtors, lenders,
architects, developers and contractors. These groups rarely take a lead role in providing affordable
housing or services, but are critical in the provision of housing and services. Lenders for example work
with the City to provide loans first loans for first time homebuyers in the City's program, and contractors
work with CDD to provided quality home repairs though the City's housing rehabilitation programs.
Strengths and Gaps in the Delivery of Housing and Services
As a leader in the provision of housing and services, the City of South San Francisco is well suited to
continue implementing and expanding the housing programs identified in this report. The City's housing
programs have the support of the City Council as well as the staff experience necessary to carry out
housing and community development plans. Expertise in ongoing programs such as housing
rehabilitation and working with community nonprofit agencies will result in the continuing success for
these programs. City staff also has experience developing housing, from negotiating purchases and
working with developers to securing short and long term financing.
Perhaps the greatest shortcoming of the City's housing delivery system is the limited number of staff
available to aggressively pursue new housing opportunities. Another limitation is the restrictive nature of
the uses of federal funds
Given their extensive experience, the Housing Authority of San Mateo County is very capable of
delivering its housing programs to those in need. The Housing Authority's limits are the lack of
development experience and the lack of resources needed to assist all those who seek rental assistance.
The nonprofit agencies working in the City of South San Francisco can be described as experts in their
field. They are adept fundraisers, project managers, and know the diverse needs of their clients and the
most efficient ways of delivering services to them. They are also very experienced in working with each
other and with other public and private organizations. Many of these agencies have experience in
developing new housing. Shelter Network has opened several homeless facilities throughout the County.
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The nonprofit agencies are only limited by the lack of funding available to serve all of the residents that
seek their assistance.
The private sector's role in the delivery of affordable housing is limited in certain situations. Lenders are
adept at funding projects and contractors are skilled at developing and rehabilitating housing. Their
shortcoming is that they are often unfamiliar with the needs of lower income persons, or with the
limitations of those trying to provide services to them.
Overcoming the experience gaps within each group will require coordination and cooperation with other
agencies or groups who have the necessary experience. South San Francisco is located in an urban setting
that has a multitude of agencies and organizations with an abundance of resources. It is common for
many organizations to contact one another to learn how to approach difficult issues. Often times, besides
acting as information resources, public and private agencies work together to combine their experience to
bring a project to fruition.
There are few housing and service delivery gaps in South San Francisco that cannot be overcome by
working with other organizations. The one crucial gap that is beyond everyone's capability to overcome
is the lack of resources available to address all or'the needs of low-income persons.
B. Citizen Participation Plan
Introduction
The City of South San Francisco is required by la~v to have a detailed Citizen Participation Plan, which
contains the City's policies and procedures for public involvement in the Consolidated Plan process and
the use of CDBG and HOME money. This Citizen Participation Plan must be available to the public.
Encouraging Public Participation
The law requires that our Citizen Participation Plan both provide for and encourage public participation,
emphasizing involvement by low and moderate income people, especially those living in low and
moderate income neighborhoods. Also, the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD)
expects South San Francisco to take whatever actions are appropriate to encourage participation of people
of color, people who do not speak English, and people with disabilities.
The Role of Low Income People
The law declares that the primary purpose of the programs covered by this Citizen Participation Plan is to
improve communities by providing: decent housing, a suitable living environment, and growing
economic opportunities - all, principally for low and moderate income people.
Because the amount of federal CDBG and HOME money South San Francisco gets each year is mostly
based upon the severity of both poverty and substandard housing conditions in South San Francisco, it is
necessary that public participation genuinely involve low income residents who experience these
conditions. Genuine involvement by low income people must take place at all stages of the process,
including: identifying needs; setting priorities among these needs, deciding how much money should be
allocated to each high-priority need, and suggesting the types of programs to meet high-priority needs; as
well as, overseeing the way in which programs are carried out.
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Citizen Participation Plan Activities For The 2003-2008 Consolidated Plan
Identi _fying Needs
Consultation with Community Agencies Serving Low-Inco~ne Residents:
· On February 7, 2003, a meeting was held with local community agencies that serve low-income
South San Francisco residents to identify community needs. Representatives fi'om the following
agencies attended the meeting: Child Care Coordinating Council, Center for Independence for the
Disabled, Shelter Network, Second Harvest Food Bank, Sitike Counseling Center, City of South
San Francisco Adult Day Care Program, HIP Housing, North Peninsula Family Alternatives,
North Peninsula Neighborhood Services Center, and Families on Track. The comments from the
agency meeting can be found in the Citizen Com~nents section.
· A Community Needs Survey was distributed to over 50 community agencies that serve low-
income South San Francisco residents. 18 organizations returned the surveys. A summary of the
survey results can be found in the Citizen Comments section.
Gathering Input From Low-Income Residents
· On February 13, 2003, a meeting was held at the Greenridge Apartment Community Room with
affordable housing residents from Greenridge Apartments and Willow Gardens to identify
community needs. Residents' comments can be found in the Citizen Comments section.
· Over 1000 Community Needs Surveys were distributed to residents of South San Francisco
residents at the resident meeting at Greenridge apartments and through the following community
organizations: City Libraries, the Community Learning Center, Project Read, North Peninsula
Family Alternatives, North Peninsula Neighborhood Services Center, Center for Independence of
the Disabled, Sitike Counsleing Center, HIP Housing, Second Harvest Food Bank, South San
Francisco Health Clinic, South San Francisco Senior Center, and the Historic Old Town
Homeowners and Renters Association. 135 surveys were returned. A summary of the survey
results can be found in the Citizen Comments section.
Public Hearing on Community Needs for the 2003-2008 ConsolMated Plan and 2002-2003 Action Plan:
· On March 12, 2003, the City held a public hearing with the Mayor and City Council to receive
public comments on the 2003-2008 Five Year Consolidated Plan and 2003-2004 One Year
Action Plan. Public Comments form the hearing can be found in the Citizen Comments section.
· A public notice for the hearing was printed as a display advertisement in the San Mateo County
Times 14 days before the hearing on February 26, 2003. Notice of the hearing was mailed to all
community agencies on the Housing and Community Development mailing list along with a flier
about the hearing for them to share with low-income residents that they serve.
The "Proposed Five Year Consolidated Plan"
Availability o fa Proposed 2003-2008 Consolidated Plan:
The proposed 2003-2008 Five Year Consolidated Plan is available for public comment for thirty days.
Copies of the Five Year Consolidated Plan can be made available to the public for free and without delay.
In addition, copies will be available at the Economic and Community Development Office at City hall as
well as South San Francisco libraries. A summary of the 2003-2008 Five Year Consolidated Plan is
written and provided free of charge to those requesting it.
Public Hearing to Finalize the 2003-2008 Consolidated Plan and 2003-2004 Action Plan:
On April 9, 2003, the City will hold a public hearing to finalize the 2003-2008 Consolidated Plan and
2003-2004 Action Plan. A public notice for the hearing was printed as a display advertisement in the San
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Mateo County Times on March 27, 2003 fourteen days before the hearing. Notice of the hearing was
mailed to all community agencies on the Housing and Community Development mailing list.
The "Final" Five Year Consolidated Plan
Copies of the Five Year Consolidated Plan and a summary of the plan will be made available to the public
for free and within two days ora request. In addition, copies will be available at the economic and
Community Development Office at City hall as well as South San Francisco libraries.
Citizen Comments
Resident Input
A community meeting was held on February 13~h, 2003 at Greenridge apartments for residents of
Greenridge and Willow Gardens. The residents' concerns fell into four main categories: l) affordable
housing, 2) community safety, 3) community services, and 4) general community improvements.
All of the residents agreed that there is a huge need for affordable rental housing for families and
programs to help low-income families buy homes in South San Francisco. Residents from Willow
Gardens discussed the need for rehabilitation of remaining run-down units in the neighborhood and some
way to make more apartments in Willow Gardens affordable. Despite their low cost of housing at
Greenridge, people noted that they still have problems making their rent payments and would like to see
more relief such as rent control, or aid for people who have lost their jobs.
Another major concern of all of the residents was community safety. The residents cited problems with
people driving to fast close to where children play and gang and drug activity in Willow Gardens.
Residents said that they wanted more police patrols of Willow Gardens and Greenridge.
The community services that the residents said were important to them are: childcare; a health clinic for
low-income people, non-US citizens, Hispanics, and people that don't have health insurance; job creation
and job training; senior services; computer classes for kids; a youth center; and public schools that are
more responsive to parents and respectful of children who speak Spanish.
The residents also expressed the need for general community improvements. In Willow Gardens, litter in
the streets and people dumping trash in the neighborhood are major problems and residents want more
consistent street cleaning. In the Greenridge area, residents also felt very strongly that the community
around Greenridge needs a small grocery store that serves their needs (for ethnic produce and goods).
Residents also suggested improvements along El Camino: more bus service, a pedestrian overpass to the
bus stop on El Camino near the BART, and repairs on the road surface near Thomasville furniture.
The Community Needs Survey results from resident respondents are included in the following pages.
Comments from Community Agencies
On February 7th, 2003, Housing and Community Development held a meeting for local community
organizations to share their perspectives on the pressing needs in South San Francisco. Representatives
from eight local organizations attended the meeting.
The most pressing issue the agencies raised unanimously was that the State and County budget crisis is
causing agencies to lose millions of dollars that previously enabled agencies to provide basic services like
childcare, rental assistance, disabled services, emergency shelter, health services, substance abuse
treatment, and mental health treatment. Many agencies are also facing decreased financial and in-kind
donations. Although the economy has opened up opportunities for capital and land investments, there is
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not money for operating programs or for services. Agencies are being forced to cut back services and
even the possibility of shutting down. The biggest issue for the agencies is having more money available
to provide public services.
As the agencies that provide core social services are hit with budget crises, their clients are also being hit
with the downturn of the economy and need services more than ever. The bad economy is putting many
people out of work, thus they can't afford their rent or other basic needs. Currently, 40-60 families seek
shelter from Shelter Network each night that Shelter Network can't house. North Peninsula
Neighborhood Services Center is facing droves of people seeking emergency shelter, food, and rental
assistance. Second Harvest Food Bank has experienced a 33% increase in their demand for food
deliveries this year because of the increase in unemployment causing more families to rely on Second
Harvest as their primary source for food. 162 families in South San Francisco are waiting tbr childcare
right now because there isn't the funding. If funding for childcare is cut it will affect the economic
welfare both of families who use childcare and the childcare providers. If people don't have childcare,
they can't work, then they can't pay rent, and they become homeless creating a larger demand for
emergency and transitional housing. There is an increasing need for rental assistance that the current
programs cannot fully address: short term rental assistance is helpful, but is often only available once a
year and often does not help single people who are not disabled; Section 8 is not a realistic solution
because of the waiting lists, there is a 2-3 month waiting period for transitional housing. People need a
transition place to help them stay housed and make a plan to secure longer-term housing. The Center for
Independence of the Disabled also has a long waiting list - last year one person died and 20 other people
had to leave their homes and enter institutions while waiting for assistance from CID.
The agencies stressed that in prioritizing funding for social services, policy makers mnst understand how
the services provided by different agencies at the local level are interconnected and the agencies depend
on each other to meet the needs of their clients. For example, funding a job training program while
cutting funding for child care and transportation programs would be counterproductive - how can
someone work without childcare and transportation? Also, the shelters depend on agencies that prevent
homelessness through rental assistance and other forms of crisis intervention. As well, La Raza Centro
Legal has experienced an increasing cross over between housing emergencies and family crisis situations
necessitating overlap between social work and legal services.
The agencies proposed a number of different approaches to addressing the challenges they are facing.
Many felt that this crisis can be a time to encourage cooperation among local agencies. NPNSC feels that
this may be a time to turn to economic development in the local community in order for local residents to
become more economically self-sufficient themselves. CCCC is encouraging families to advocate for
them selves - for example, to write their state legislators about not cutting funding for childcare. A policy
suggestion is to develop or enforce a Relocation Ordinance which stipulates that if a landlord is caught
violating a code and refuses to fix the violation causing the tenants to be evicted, the city provides funds
for the relocation of the tenants and then gets the money back from the landlord.
Another suggestion is that because people in housing crisis often need is storage space, perhaps the City
could find a way to arrange discounted storage space for low-income residents in housing crisis possibly
through a tax-incentive arrangement with a min-storage company. La Raza Centro Legal also expressed
that South San Francisco should continue to focus on these fair housing issues, especially doing education
in the Latino community because there is a great deal of housing discrimination against Latinos.
The Community Needs Survey results from community agency respondents are included in the following
pages.
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VIII. Fair Housing
In 1996, Project Sentinel and Mid-Peninsula Citizens for Fair Housing prepared an
"Analysis of Impediments to Fair Housing in San Mateo County, Calitbrnia." The report
indicated that there is significant housing discrimination in the County, with families and
children being the largest category of people discriminated against in housing choice.
Claims of discrimination on the basis of race are the second largest complaint category.
Today the City of South San Francisco continues to work to overcome these impediments
by contracting with two agencies, Project Sentinel and La Raza Centro Legal, to assist
residents with housing discrimination complaints. The two agencies provide counseling
and advocacy in issues of fair housing and housing habitability. By having two agencies
providing this service the City is able to offer a wider range of services to citizens
needing fair housing counseling. Fair housing services are available to residents
citywide.
The City currently publicizes the services of these two agencies on its web site and
in its fair housing brochures. The City will do further outreach to the community
by including information on agencies in the City Manager's quarterly newsletter to
residents.
1. Project Sentinel $5,000 HOME
Provides fair housing counseling and advocacy for South San Francisco residents.
Project Sentinel's work includes providing fair housing education, enlbrcement, and
dispute resolution in cases of housing discrimination. Additional services include
community education and information on mortgage default and delinquency. In 2003-
2004 Project Sentinel will provide casework for 10 low-income South San Francisco
residents experiencing housing discrimination and respond to 140 telephone inquiries
from residents requesting fair housing information. These services are available to
residents citywide. The program will be funded with $5,000 in HOME funding.
2. La Raza Centro Legal $19,500 HOME and RDA
Provides South San Francisco residents with fair housing counseling and legal
representation in housing matters pertaining to habitability. In 2003-2004, La
Raza will provide 400 low-income households citywide with information and
referrals, legal advice, counseling, and legal representation. The program will be
funded with $17,500 in HOME funding and $2,000 in RDA funding.
3. Updating the Analysis of Impediments to Fair Housing
The cities of Daly City, Redwood City, San Mateo, and South San Francisco agreed to
lengthen the effective date of the Analysis of Impediments to Fair Housing in San Mateo
County, California (AI) until the end of each city's Five Year HUD Consolidated Plan
period on June 30, 2003. The new Analysis of Impediments, which is currently
underway, will be completed by May 1, 2003, and the San Mateo Consortium will hold
public hearings as required.
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IX. Develop an Institutional Structure to Improve and Enhance
Coordination of Services
The City will work closely with non-profit social service providers, other cities, the
School District, the County, and the Chamber of Commerce to coordinate the delivery of
services to residents. The City will also assist neighborhood groups with space for events
and materials to help them conduct community activities.
In 2003-2004, the City will work to strengthen its relationships with organizations
serving the public. Specific eftbrts will include:
Participate in the San Mateo County HOME Program Consortium
Continue working with the County of San Mateo and other CDBG
jurisdictions to implement HUD's Lead Safe Housing Regulation
Fund twenty-five (25) non-profit agencies serving low-income residents
· Continue working with Mid-Peninsula Housing Coalition to rehabilitate
Willow Gardens
· Participate with the County of San Mateo and other cities on the Peninsula
to develop the Countywide Housing Investment Partnership (CHIP) First-
Time Homebuyer Program to create opportunities ~br first-time
homebuyers.
· Work with businesses and the Chamber of Commerce on do~vntown
beautification and other projects to improve the downtown
· Work with the County of San Mateo, other entitlement cities, and
nonprofit agencies to prepare a comprehensive fair housing analysis of
impediments for all of San Mateo County.
· Work with the County of San Mateo to develop affordable housing on
County owned property located at Grand and Oak Avenues.
· Work with Peninsula Habitat for Humanity to develop affordable housing
at 440 Commercial Avenue.
Xo
Remove Barriers to Affordable Housing/Governmental
Constraints
In an effort to foster and maintain the supply of affordable housing and to remove
barriers to affordable housing development, the City of South San Francisco will
continue to monitor its public policies to identify areas where the City can make
improvements. The City will continue to maintain and encourage affordable housing
development by:
· Implementing adopted density bonus ordinance
· Enforce the City's inclusionary housing ordinance requiring that 20 percent of all
new housing units in the City be affordable to moderate-income families
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· Encourage Transit Oriented development near the South San Francisco and San
Bruno BART Stations.
· Amend the Zoning Ordinance to allow owners to construct second units in
permitted areas and to lessen parking requirements.
· Expediting reviews of affordable housing projects and provide technical
assistance to developers
· Apply amended zoning ordinance to give disabled residents greater flexibility
making accessibility modifications to their homes
XI. Monitoring Standards and Procedures
The City has established procedures that ensure City programs comply with federal
program requirements and City policies. For agencies that receive CDBG, HOME and
RDA funding, the City requires the agencies to provide quarterly reports of
accomplishments and financial records. All new grantees receive site visits fi'om City
stall: These monitoring activities keep the City informed about the progress agencies are
making towards meeting their objectives. The City also conducts site visits and requires
the agencies to submit an annual audit. With respect to construction projects, the City
asks developers to submit proof of compliance with Davis-Bacon with each invoice they
submit to the City.
The City Council also reviews annual reports to ensure that the City is applying its
resources to meet community goals. These reports include the CAPER (Consolidated
Annual Performance & Evaluation Report) for federal programs, the annual report for the
Redevelopment Agency and the annual city audit.
XII. Citizen Participation
The City of South San Francisco has an established citizen participation plan, which is
part of the 2003-2008 Consolidated Plan. In accordance with the Citizen Participation
Plan, the City held public hearings and allowed for public comment periods to help
determine the community's needs and review the 2003-2004 One Year Action Plan.
A. Identifying Needs
Request for Proposals for CDBG Funding
A request for proposals for CDBG funding was sent to all community agencies on the
Housing and Community Development mailing list on January 24, 2003. A public notice
of the RFP availability was published in the San Mateo County Times on January 25,
2003. The RFP was also posted on the City's website.
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Public Hearing on Community Needs
On March 12, 2003, the City held a public hearing with the Mayor and City Council to
receive public comments on the 2003-2008 Five Year Consolidated Plan and 2002-2003
One Year Action Plan. Many community agencies who applied for CDBG funding came
to the hearing and spoke on behalf of their proposals.
A public notice for the hearing was printed as a display advertisement in the San Mateo
County Times 14 days before the hearing on February 26, 2003. Notice of the hearing
was mailed to all community agencies on the Housing and Community Development
mailing list along with a flier tbr the hearing tbr them to share with low-income residents
that they serve.
B. The "Proposed" Annual Action Plan
Availability of a Proposed Annual Action Plan
The proposed 2003-2004 One Year Action Plan is available for public comment from
March 26 to April 26, 2003. Copies of the Proposed Annual Action Plan can be made
available to the public for free and without delay. In addition, copies will be available at
the economic and Community Development Office at City hall as well as South San
Francisco libraries. A summary of the 2003-2004 One Year Action Plan is written and
provided free of charge to those requesting it.
Public Hearing to Finalize the 2003-2008 Consolidated Plan and 2002-2003 Action Plan
On April 9, 2003, the City will hold a public hearing to finalize the 2003-2008 Five Year
Consolidated Plan and 2003-2004 One Year Action Plan. A public notice lbr the hearing
was printed as a display advertisement in the San Mateo County Times 14 days before
the hearing on March 27, 2003. Notice of the hearing was mailed to all community
agencies on the Housing and Community Development mailing list.
D. The "Final" Annual Action Plan
Copies of the Final Annual Action Plan and a summary of the plan will be made available
to the public for free and within two days of a request. In addition, copies will be
available at the economic and Community Development Office at City hall as well as
South San Francisco libraries.
XI~. Citizen Comments
During the needs assessment hearing and the public hearing on the 2003-2004 Action
Plan several nonprofit agencies spoke in support of the programs they were requesting
CDBG funding for. The City considered their comments about the services they
provided in establishing its Action Plan for 2003-2004. No other comments/bt the One
Year Action Plan have been received so far during the public comment period.
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Appendix A
Summary of 2003-2004 Objectives
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Summary of Objectives
One-Year Housing, Community & Economic Development Action Plan
2003-2004
Section Ill-Housing Activities
A. Priority: Increase, maintain and improve the supply of affordable housing for low- and moderate-income individuals and
families.
Program Activity 2003-2004 Objective 2003-2008 Funding
Strategy
Objective
Number
New Housing Construction
County Property at Grand and Negotiate an agreement with the County of San Mateo to construct approximately 45 Housing 1.1 Cost is unknown. A
Oak affordable apartments for Iow- and moderate-income families on County owned land at variety of sources
Grand and Oak Avenues. The planning and entitlement process will tentatively begin including HOME, RDA,
in 2003, construction in 2004, and if the collaboration succeeds the units will be Tax Credits, and private
completed in 2005. funds will be used.
440 Commercial Avenue Negotiate an agreement with Peninsula Habitat for Humanity for the purpose of Housing 3.1 $450,000 Sources TBD
beginning construction of four three-bedroom affordable ownership units for large low-
income thmilies. The units will be completed in FY 2004-05.
Inclusionary Housing Under the City's 20% Inclusionary Housing Ordinance various developers will making Housing 3.2 All private funds
Development-Below Market new affordable units available to residents at or below 80% of the area median income
Rate (BMR) Units and residents at or below 120% of the area median income in the market rate projects
they develop. Projects will be either rental or ownership units depending on the type of
project under development.
The following projects are at a various stages of development and will be completed as
early as 03-04 and as late as 08-09:
· Oak Farms at Oak and Grand - 5 units affordable to people at or below 120% AMI
· 90 Oak Avenue - I unit affordable to people at or below 80% AMI and 2 affordable
to people at or below 120% AMI
· Fairfield Residential Project at El Camino and McLellan - 29 units affordable to
people at or below 80% AMI and 43 affordable to people at or below 120% AMI
· Marbella in Westborough - 28 units affordable to people at or below 80% AMI and
42 affordable to people at or below 120% AMI
Continued on next page...
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A. Priority: Increase, maintain and improve the supply of affordable housing for low- and moderate-income individuals and
families continued ....
Program Activity 2003-2004 Objective 2003-2008 Funding
Strategy
Objective
Number
Acquisition & Rehabilitation
Willow Gardens Continue acquisition and rehabilitation of 48 units to convert into affordable rental units Housing 2.1 $14,000,000 from a
for families at or below 50-60% of the AMI. During 2003-2004 the City anticipates variety of sources:
purchasing 1-2 four-plex buildings (4-8 units) as they become available in the market, HOME, RDA, Public
depending on availability. Mid-Peninsula will moderately rehabilitate any units Purpose Bond, Private
purchased. Activity Bonds, Tax
Credits
Downtown Affordable Housing fund established to provide affordable rental housing for low- and very-low Housing 2.2 Estimated: $500,000
Housing Program income residents through the acquisition and rehabilitation of dilapidated housing stock. Potential funding sources
The City conducts feasibility analysis on a regular basis to determine viability of for a project include
acquisitions. Should an opportunity, to create aftbrdable units present itself, the City HOME, RDA, and
will immediately allocate funds to the project funded with RDA, HOME funds or CDBG.
CDBG.
Low-Income Owner-
Occupied Rehabilitation
City-Sponsored Housing Assist low- and moderate-income homeowners with housing repairs citywide with Housing 4.1 $346,454 CDBG
Rehabilitation Loan Program priority for the Downtown/Old Town area. 3-5 households will be assisted with low
interest and/or deferred loans up to $35,000 each. Most households will be very low-
income, elderly, female heads-of-household.
Emergency Code Violation Provide homeowners grants of up to $2,500 to clear up code violations in their homes. Housing 4.2 (Sub-program of City
Vouchers This program is available citywide and will assist 12 low-income residents. The Sponsored Housing
program will use approximately $5,000-10,000 of the funds allocated to the Rehab Loan Program)
Rehabilitation Loan Program.
Debris Box Vouchers Help low- and moderate-income residents in the Downtown/Old Town area and Housing 4.3 (Sub-program of City
citywide remove accumulated debris and yard waste from their properties. This Sponsored Housing
program will assist 10 residents with approximately $5,000 from the funds allocated to Rehab Loan Program)
the Rehabilitation Loan Program.
Minor Home Repair (House Provide free, minor home repairs to 50 very low-income homeowners in the Old Town Housing 4.4 (Sub-program of City
Helpers) area and citywide. The program will use approximately $40,000 from the funds Sponsored Housing
allocated to the Rehabilitation Loan Program. The majority of households assisted will Rehab Loan Program)
be large families with small children and elderly, female heads-of-household.
Rebuilding Together Rehabilitate 3 homes citywide of low-income homeowners, including l roof repair. Housing 4.5 $8,500 CDBG
Peninsula
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A. Priority: Increase, maintain and improve the supply of affordable housing for low- and moderate-income individuals and
families continued ....
Program Activtty 2003-2004 Objective 2003-2008 Funding
Strategy
Objective
Number
First-time Homebuycr Loan Conduct three seminars for first-time homcbuyers and make5-7 low-interest loans to Housing 5.0 $191,000 CDBG (02-03)
Program first time homcbuycrs who arc at or below 80% of thc AMI or at or below 120% of the $ 250,000 RDA (02-03)
AMI. First time homebuycrs will able to usc thc City. loans to purchase homes
any~vhcre in the City or in newly constructed BMR units created under the City's BMR
ordinance.
B. Priority: Provide service-enriched shelter and transitional housing for homeless individuals and families.
Program A~ivity 2003-2004 Objective - 2003-2008 Funding
Strategy
Objective
Number
Shelter Network - Crossroads Provide transitional housing and supportive services to 8 homeless families. Homeless 1.1 $14,000 RDA
Shelter Network - Maple Provide transitional housing and supportive services to 10 hotneless individuals. Homeless 2.1 $10,000 RDA
Street
Samaritan House - Safe San Mateo County's emergency shelter serving 90 individuals countywide a night with Homeless 2.2 $7,000 RDA
Harbor shelter, food, restroom facilities, and supportive services. Serve 75 homeless
individuals citywide.
Human Investment Project Provkte shared housing referrals to 145-180 Iow- and very-low income individuals. Homeless 3.0 $20,000 RDA
Ce
Priority: Provide service-enriched housing opportunities for individuals and families with special needs including, but not limited
to, seniors, people with physical and developmental disabilities, domestic violence survivors, people with AIDS/HIV, and people in
treatment for substance abuse.
Program Activity 2003-2004 Objective 2003-2008 Funding
Strategy
Objective
Number
Center for Independence of Provide housing accessibility modifications to the homes of 30 low- and very-low Special $15,000 CDBG
the Disabled (CID) Housing income people with disabilities. Needs 1.1
Accessibility Program
Center for Domestic Violence Provide shelter and services to 7 low-income domestic violence survivors and their Special $5,000 CDBG
Prevention children. Needs 2.1
Public
Services 3.4
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Section IV-Non-Housing Community Development Activities
~ Priority: Provide core public services activities to improve the quality of life for low-income individuals and families, including
those at risk of becoming homeless and special needs groups.
Program Activity 2003-2004 Objective 2003-200# Funding
Objective
Number
Childcare
Child Care Coordinating Provide emergency childcare for up to 8 Iow- and very-low-income children of families in Public $5,000 CDBG
Council crisis. Services 3.1
City-Sponsored Child Care CDBG monies provide fee assistance stipends to 15 low- and very-low-income children Public $10,000 CDBG
for before and after school recreational program. Services 3.1
Friends to Parents Provide a major subsidy for affordable center-based childcare to 42 infants and preschool Public $5,000 CDBG
children from Iow- and very-low-income households. Services 3.1
SSFUSD - Children's Center Provide extracurricular activities to 163 low- and very-low-income children. Public $3,000 CDBG
Services 3.1
Senior Services
Second Harvest Food Bank Provides Iow- and very-low-income seniors and disabled people a weekly bag of food to Public $5,500 CDBG
supplements their diets. Approximately 260 households served. Services 3.2
City-Sponsored Adult Day Provide structured and supervised care in the form of social, educational and recreational Public $20,000 CDBG
Care activities to 50 Iow- and very-low-income frail or disabled seniors. Services 3.2
General Social Services
North Peninsula The San Mateo County core agency located in South San Francisco provides Public $25,000 CDBG
Neighborhood Services critical social services to 915 low- and very-low-income households Services 3.3
Center (NPNSC) (approximately 1200 people) with immediate needs.
The Tooth Mobile On site dental services for students of the Families on Track program. Public $15,000 CDBG
Approximately 280 Iow- and very-low-income individuals served. Services 3.3
Project READ Provides individualized tutoring in basic skills as well as tutor training for Public $6,000 CDBG
program volunteers. Approximately 40 low- and very-low-income people served. Services 3.3
Sitike Counseling Center Provide chemical dependency treatment for 60 Iow- and very- low-income women and Public $5,000 RDA
children. Services 3.3
Special
Needs 4.0
Battered Women's Services
Center for Domestic See Housing Activities Priority C Public $5,000 CDBG
Violence Prevention Services 3.4
Special
Needs 2.1
Rape Trauma Services Only San Mateo County agency to provide information, resources, and support to Public $5,000 CDBG
Center sexual assault survivors. Approximately 340 low-income individuals served. Services 3.4
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A. Priority: Provide core public services activities to improve the quality of life for low-income individuals and families,
including those at risk of becoming homeless and special needs groups continued...
Program Activity 2003-2004 Objective 2003-200# Funding
Objective
Number
Disabled Services
PARCA (Peninsula Provide support, information, referrals, outreach, advocacy, and recreation opportunities Public $5,000 CDBG
Association for Retarded for approximately 5 low-income individuals with developmental disabilities and their Services 3.5
Children and Adults) families. Special
Needs 5.0
ELLIPSE Peninsula Aids Provide in-home support service to 15 low- and very-low-income households with Public $4,000 CDBG
Program HIV/AIDS Services 3.5
Special
Needs 3.1
Youth Services
John's Closet Provide new clothing to 130 low- and very-low-income school children. Public $3,000 CDBG
Services 3.6
North Peninsula Family Provide parenting skills to 51 low- and very-low-income households. Public $9,000 CDBG
Alternatives (NPFA) Services 3.6
B. Priority: Sustain and increase the level of business and economic activity in areas that serve or have a high percentage of low-
income residents.
Program Activity 2003-2004 Objective 2003-2008 Funding
Objective
Number
City-Sponsored Commercial Provide financial and technical assistance to property owners undertaking exterior business Non-Housing $175,000 CDBG
Rehabilitation improvements, ~vhich can include signs, awnings and exterior painting. These 1.1 $150,000 RDA
improvements help owners increase the use of their commercial buildings and improve the
appearance of the Historic Do~vntown district. Goal: to assist 5-8 businesses.
C. Preserve and improve public facilities that serve a high percentage of low-income residents.
Program Activity 2003-2004 Objective 2003-2008 Funding
Objective
Number
Public Facilities
Families on Track Acquisition and installation of a modular unit to expand existing facility. Approximately Non-Housing $20,000 CDBG
serving 180 low- and very-low-income households. 2.1
2003-2004 One Year Action Plan Summary Page 5 of 6
Section V-Lead-Based Paint Abatement
Program Activity 2003-2004 Objective 2003-2008 Funding
Objective
Number
Lead-based paint abatement Continue to apply federal lead-based paint regulations in all housing and commercial Other (Funded through
procedures rehabilitation projects to reduce lead-based paint hazards. Collaborate with the County of Objectives rehabilitation programs)
San Mateo and other county jurisdictions to coordinate educational efforts. 2.0
Section VI-Fair Housing
Program Activity 2003-2004 Objective 2003-2008 Fundtng
Objective
Number
Project Sentinel Provide fair housing counseling and advocacy casework to l0 Iow-income households and Other $5,000 HOME
respond to approximately 140 telephone inquiries from residents requesting fair housing Objectives
information. 1.0
La Raza Centro Legal Provide 400 low-income individuals with services including information and referral, legal Other $17,500 HOME
advice and counseling, and legal representation. Objectives $2,000 RDA
1.0
2003-2004 One Year Action Plan Summary Page 6 of 6
Appendix B
Summary of 2003-2008 Objectives
Table lC
Summary of Specific Homeless/Special Needs Objectives
(Table 1A/lB Continuation Sheet)
Obj S~ ~ t'i'i~Obl~ llSWe ~- Performance Expected Actual
# Measure Units Units
Homeless Objectives
1.0 Provide emergency and transitional Nmnber of families
shelter for families served
1.1 Shelter Network Crossroads Number of families 50 families
served
2.0 Provide emergency and transitional Number of
shelter for individuals individuals served
2.1 Shelter Network Maple Street Number of 40
individuals served individuals
2.2 Samaritan House - Saf~ Harbor Number of 300
individuals se~ed individuals
3.0 Provide shared housing oppom~nities - Number of 700
Human Investment Project households se~ed households
4.0 Explore possibilities to develop new Increased capacity TBA
homeless shelters for families, to serve families, .
individuals, and youth individuals, and/or
yonth
SPEC~ ~EDS O~CT~S
1.0
Accessibility Modifications
I. 1 Center for Independence of the 150
Disabled (CID) Housing Households
Accessibili~ Program
2.0 Domestic Violence Shelters
2.1 Center for Domestic Violence 40 families
3.0 Assist Persons with ~/AIDS remain
in independent housing
3.1 ELLIPSE Peninsula Aids Program 75
Households
4.0 Substance abuse se~ices 150
Individuals
5.0 Services for the developmentally 25
disabled Individuals
2003-2008 Five Year Consolidated Plan
Page 30 of 93
00125
TABLE 2C
Summary of Specific Housing/Community Development Objectives
(Table 2A/2B Continuation Sheet)
Obj Specific Objectives Performance Measure Expected Actual
# Units Units
Housing Objectives
Rental Housing Objectives
1.0 New Housing Construction
1.1 County Property at Grand and Oak New units 35-45
1.2 Inclusionary BMR Units New units 20-50
2.0 Acquisition & Rehabilitation
2.1 Willow Gardens Acquired units 20
Rehabilitated units
2.2 Downtown Affordable Housing Program Acquired units 10-20
Rehabilitated units
Owner Housing Objectives ,
3.0 New Housing Construction
3.1 440 Commercial Avenue New units 4
3.2 Inclusionary BMR Units New units 10-40
4.0 Low-Income Owner-Occupied Rehabilitation
4.1 City-Sponsored Housing Rehabilitation Loan Rehabilitated units 15-25
Program
4.2 Emergency Code Violation Vouchers Vouchers issued 60
4.3 Debris Box Vouchers Vouchers issued 50
4.4 Minor Home Repair (House Helpers) Households assisted 200
4.5 Rebuilding Together Peninsula Houses rehabilitated 3-15
5.0 First-time Homebuyer Loan Program seminars,Buyers attendingand receiving 20-35
counseling and loans
Non-Housing Economic Development
Objectives
1.0 Sustain and increase the level of business and Number of businesses 1-5
economic activity in areas that serve or have a assisted
high percentage of low-income residents.
1.1 CiW-Sponsored Commercial Rehabilitation Number of store~onts 20-30
Number of new signs
Non-Housing ~fras~cture and Public
Facilities Objectives
2.0 Preserve and improve public facilities and
in~astructure in low-income neighborhoods or
serving a high percentage of Iow-income
r e s i d e n t s
2.1 Assist nonprofit agencies preserve and Number of nonprofit 3-5
improve facilities serving the public agencies assisted
2.2 Preserve and improve publicly owned Number of public 1-5
facilities serving the public facilities improved
2.3 Preserve and improve public in~astructure in Number of projects 1-5
low-income neighborhoods or serving a high completed
percentage of low-income residents
2003-2008 Five Year Consolidated Plan
Page 92 of 93
0nlO q
TABLE 2C (Continued)
Summary of Specific Housing/Community Development Objectives
(Table 2A/2B Continuation Sheet)
Obi Specific Objectives Performance Measure Expected Actual
# Projects Units
Public Services Objectives
3.0 Provide core public services activities to improve Number of households
the quality of life for low-income individuals and and individuals assisted
families, including those at risk of becoming
homeless and special needs groups.
3.1 Childcare Number of households I 140 (5yr)
and individuals assisted 228 (lyf)
3.2 Senior Services Number of households 1550 (5yr)
and individuals assisted 310 (lyf)
3.3 General Social Services Number of households 6475 (5yr)
and individuals assisted 1295 (lyf)
3.4 Battered Women's Services Number of households 1735 (5yr)
and individuals assisted 347 (lyr)
3.5 Disabled Services Number of households 100 (5yr)
and individuals assisted 20 (lyf)
3.6 Youth Services Number of households 940 (5yr)
and individuals assisted 188 (lyf)
Other Objectives
1.0 Fair Housing HUD Requirement · .
2.0 Lead-Based Paint HUD Requirement " ·
2003-2008 Five Year Consolidated Plan
Page 93 of 93
OOlqO
EXHIBIT F
HUD Community 2020 Project Activity Forms
00171
U.S. Department of Housing & Urban Development
CPD Consolidated Plan
Listing of Proposed Projects
C
C'
!Project I~
Local ID
Project Title/Priority/
Objective/Description
HUD Matrix Code/Title/
CitationlAccomplishment~
Funding Source~
0019
Ctty Sponsored Housing Rehabilitatio~ Program
Housing
Progrern offers a variety of rehabilitation and minor
home repair services to the community including Iow
interest loans to Iow income homeownem to bring their
housing units up to code and to handle emeq~ency repair
situations such as replacement of water heaters,
enforcement issues tha{ may arise. Funds may atso be
used to acquire and reha~litate distressed residential
units to maintain as affon:lable housing stock, For
acquisition projects a separate activity sheet will be
completed with a separae project se~ up In IDIS.
14A Rehab; Single-Unit Residential
570.202
75 Housing Units
CDBG
ESG
HOME
HOPWA
ASSISTED HOUSING
PHA
TOTAL
Total Prior Funding
$ 346,454
$0
$0
$0
$0
$0
$ 346,454
$0
Help the Homeless? No
Help those with HIV or AIDS? No
Start Date: 07f0J/03
Completion Date: 06/30/04
E~j~.
Subr~'~a~
Location(s):
570.208(a)(3) - Low / Mod Housing
Local Government
400 Grand Aw~nue, South San Francisco, CA 94080
U.S. Department of Housing & Urban Development
CPD Consolidated Plan
Listing of Proposed Projects
IProject ID/
Local ID
Project Title/Priority/
Objective/Description
HUD Matrix Code/Title/
Citation/Accomplishments
Funding Sources
0025
Rebuilding Together Peninsula
Housing
Rehabilitate homes using all ,~)lunteer labor.
Rehabilitation may include home repairs such as
repairing windows, roo~~ repairs, repairing electrical
systems, repairing he{alng systems, repairing plumbing,
disabled access modifications, replacing doors.
14A Rehab; Single-Unit Residential
570.202
3 Housing Units
CDBG
ESG
HOME
HOPWA
ASSISTED HOUSING
PHA
TOTAL
Total Prior Funding
$8,500
$0
$o
$0
$o
$o
$8,500
$0
Help the Homeless?
Help those with HIV or AIDS?
Subrectpient:
Location(s):
No
Start Date: 07/01fl:)3
Completion Date: 06/30/04
570.208(a)(3) - Low / Mod Housing
Subrecipient Public 570.500(c)
Addresses
P.O. Be~< 4031, Menlo Park, CA 94026
U.S. Department of Housing & Urban Development
CPD Consolidated Plan
Listing of Proposed Projects
IProject ID/
Local ID
Project Title/Priority/
Objective/Description
HUD Matrix Code/Tire/
Citation/Accomplishments
Funding Sources
0017
C.I.D. Housing Access
Housing
Housing accessibility modifications for Iow and very Iow
incon~ residents allow disabled residents to remain in
their homes in a safe, secure and accessible
environment. Service includes assessment by an
occupational therapist to identify needed
accommodations.
14A Rehab; Single-Unit Residential
570.202
30 Housing Units
CDBG
ESG
HOME
HOPWA
ASSISTED HOUSING
PHA
TOTAL
To{al Prior Funding
$15,000
$o
$o
$o
$o
$o
$15,000
$0
Help the Homeless?
Help those with HIV or AIDS?
EIIgl~ti~.
Subrecipient'
Location(s):
No Start Date: 07/01/03
No Completion Date: 06/30/04
570.208(a)(2) - Low I Mod IJmited Clientele
Subrecipient Public 570.500(c)
Addresses
875 O3~eil, Belmont, CA 94002
U.S. Department of Housing & Urban Development
CPD Consolidated Plan
Listing of Proposed Projects
Project Title/Priority/ HUD Matrix Code/Title/ Funding Sources
Citation/Accomplishments
IProject ID/
Local ID
Objective/Description
0010
Center for Domestic Violence Prevention
Housing
Residential shelter for battered women and their
children including an array of social services to assist
with their transition to living independently.
05G Battered and Abused Spouses CDBG
ESG
570.201(e) HOME
HOPWA
7 Households (General) ASSISTED HOUSING
PHA
TOTAL
To/tal Prior Funding
$ 5,000
$o
$o
$o
$o
$o
$5,000
$0
Help the H~neless?
Help thcee with HIV or AIDS?
Eligibility:.
Subredpient:
Location(s):
No
Start Date: 07/01/03
Completion Date: 0~30/134
570.208(a)(3) - Low / Mod Housing
Subrecipient Public 570.500(c)
Suppressed
U.S. Department of Housing & Urban Development
CPD Consolidated Plan
Listing of Proposed Projects
Pro]~ Io~
l_oc~,! ID
Project Title/Priority/
Objective/Description
HUD Matrix Code/Title/
Citation/Accomplishments
Funding Sources
0001
Child Care Coordinating Council
Special NeedsJNor~-Horneless
Respite child cam program providing referrrats and
subsidy for Iow income families in emergency situations
on a twenty-four hour basis. Families are referred to
home based providers and the agency covers the cost of
child care for the required period.
05L Child Care Services
570.201(e)
8 Households (~)
CDBG
ESG
HOME
HOPWA
ASSISTED HOUSING
PHA
TOTAL
T(Xa~ Prior Funding
$5,000
$o
$0
$0
$0
$0
$5,O0O
$0
Help the Homeless?
Help those with HIV or AIDS?
No Start Date: 07/01/03
No Completion Date: 06/30/04
Eligibility:
Subrectp~:
Location(s):
5'70.208(a)(2) - Low / Mod Umited Clientele
Subrecipient Public 570.5(X)(c)
Addresses
700 So. Claremont Street Ste. 107, San Mateo, CA 94402
Project TitlelPHority/
U.S. Department of Housing & Urban Development
CPD Consolidated Plan
Listing of Proposed Projects
HUD Matrix Code/Title/ Funding Sources
iProject ID/
Local ID
Objective/Description
Citation/Accomplishments
City Sponsored Child Care
Special Needs/Non-Homeless
Program augrnants existing center based child care
sewices offered by the Department of Parks and
Recrea~3n by providing subsidy to Iow and moderate
income families to assist with the monthly fees.
05L Child Care Se~ices CDBG
ESG
570.201(e) HOME
HOPWA
15 Households (General) ASSISTED HOUSING
PHA
TOTAL
Total Prl~ Fund~lg
$10.000
$o
$o
$o
$o
$o
$10,000
$0
Help the Home, ss?
Help those with HIV ~- AIDS?
Eligibility:.
Subreclpiant:
Location(s):
No Start Date: 07/01/03
No ~ion Date: 06/30/04
570.208(a)(2) - Low / Mod Limited Clientele
Local Government
Addresses
601 Spruce Street, South San Francisco, CA 94080
U.S. Department of Housing & Urban Development
CPD Consolidated Plan
Listing of Proposed Projects
JP~ ic~
Local ID
Project Title/Priority/
Objective/Description
HUD Matrix Code/Title/
Citation/Accomplishments
Funding Source~
Friends to Parents
Special Needs/Non-Homeless
On going day care se~ces in center based facility for
infants and pre-school children. FTP provides subsidies
to Iow income families to assist with the mostly costs
o~ this program. CDBG funds are used to supplernent
05L Child Care Services
570.201(e)
42 Households (General)
CDBG
ESG
HOME
HOPWA
ASSISTED HOUSING
PHA
TOTAL
Totel Prior Funding
$ 5,000
$0
$0
$0
$0
$0
$ 5,000
$0
Help the Homeless?
Help those with HIV or AIDS?
No Start Date: 07/01/03
No Complelion Date: 06/30/04
E~.
Subredptmt:
Location(s):
570.208(a)(2) - Low / Mod Limited Clientele
Submcipient Public 570.500(c)
Addresses
2525 Wexford Avenue, Sou~h Sen Francisco, CA 94080
U.S. Department of Housing & Urban Development
CPD Consolidated Plan
Listing of Proposed Projects
Project TitlelPfiorityl
HUD Matrix Code/Title/ Funding Sources
IProject ID/
Local ID
Objective/Description
Citation/Accomplishments
SSFUSD Children's Center
Special Needs/Non-Homeless
Child care program for Iow income parents who are in
school, working or incapacitated Program allows them to
attend to school, doctor's appointments or work, knowing
their children are in a safe environment. CDBG funds
provide transportation, snacks and admission fees for
field tdps organized for the children.
05L Child Care Services CDBG
ESG
570.201(e) HOME
HOPWA
163 People (General) ASSISTED HOUSING
PHA
TOTAL
Total Prior Funding
$ 3,000
$0
$0
$0
$0
$0
$ 3,000
$0
Help the Homeless?
Help those with HIV or AIDS?
No Start Date: 07101/03
No Completion Date: 06/30/134
Eligibility:.
Subrec~ent:
Location(s):
570.208(a)(2) - Low/Mod Limited Clientele
Subrecipient Public 570.500(c)
Addresses
530 Tamarack Lane, South San Fra~tsco, CA 94080
Project Title/PHorityl
U.S. Department of Housing & Urban Development
CPD Consolidated Plan
Listing of Proposed Projects
HUD Matrix Code/Title/ Funding Sources
JProject ID/
Local ID
Objective/Description
CitafionlAccomplishmen~
Food Bank Operation Brown Bag
Special Needs/Non-Homeless
The Second Harvest Food Bank provides weekly grocery
bags with a dozen staples, such as canned food, bread,
pasta and other seasonal items, to seniors from the
Magnolia and Ro~ary senior housing projects. The Brown
Bag program operates with the asssistance of volunteer
set,iota from each housing project.
05A Senior Services CDBG
ESG
570.201(e) HOME
HOPWA
260 Eldedy ASSISTED HOUSING
TOTAL
Total Prior Funding
$5,500
$0
$0
$o
$0
$o
$5,500
$o
Help the Homeless?
Help those with HIV or AIDS?
No Start Date: 07/01/03
No Comple~ion Date: 06/30/04
Eligibility:
Subrecip~:
Location(s):
570.208(a)(2) - Low / Mod Limited Clientele
Subrecipient Public 570.500(c)
Addresses
601 Grand Avenue, South San Francisco, CA 94080
U.S. Department of Housing & Urban Development
CPD Consolidated Plan
Listing of Proposed Projects
C~
CZ)
CZ)
IProject
Local ID
Project Title/Priority/
Objective/Description
HUD Matrix Code/Title/
Citation/Accomplishments
Funding Sources
City Sponsored Adult Day Care
Senior Programs
Program offem day care services to frail, chronically
irnparied and etdedy seniom including social,
educationaJ, and recreational activities to local
residents on a monthly basis. A hot lunch and snacks are
provided eve~ day and opp(~unities to attend exercise
classes to keep their bodies limber. CDBG funds cover
staffing costs for the q~eratioe.
05A Senior Services
570.201(e)
50 Elderly
COBG
ESG
HOME
HOPWA
ASSISTED HOUSING
PHA
TOTAL
Total Pdo~ Funding
$0
$o
$0
$o
$o
$ 2o,o00
$o
Help the Hc~-r.~A3sa? No
Help those with HIV or AIDS? No
Start Date: 07/01/03
Comple~ion Date: 06/30/04
EIkjroil~.
Subreclptent:
Location(s):
570.208(a)(2) - Low ! Mod Limited Clientele
Local G(wemrnent
Addresses
601 Grand Auenue, South San Francisco, CA 94080
IProject ID/
Locel ID
U.S. Department of Housing & Urban Development
CPD Consolidated Plan
Listing of Proposed Projects
HUD Matrix Code/Title/ Funding Sources
Project Title/PHorityl
Citation/Accomplishments
c~
Objective/Description
OOO7
Neighborhood Se~wices Center
Public Services
Core service agency for the county of San Mateo provides
emergency services, Iiason to county programs, crisis
inten/antlon, housing assistance, food programs and
emptoyme~ services to the netghborho(xl strategy area.
05 Public Sewices (Get. rat) CDBG
ESG
570.201(e) HOME
HOPWA
915 Households (General) ASSISTED HOUSING
PHA
TOTAL
Total Prior Funding
$ 25,000
$o
$o
$o
$0
$o
$ 25,000
$0
Help the Hornetass?
Help those with HIV or AIDS?
No Start Date: 07/01/03
No Completion Date: 06/30/04
Subreciptant:
Location(s):
570.208(a)(2) - Low / Mod Limited Clientele
Subrecipient Public 570.5(X)(c)
Addmssas
600 Undan Avenue, South San Francisco, CA 94080
U.S. Department of Housing & Urban Development
CPD Consolidated Plan
Listing of Proposed Projects
Project Title/Priority/
HUD Matrix Code/Title/ Funding Sources
Iroject ID/
ocal ID
Objective/Description
Citation/Accomplishments
OOO8
Tooth Mobile
Special Needs/Non-Homeless
Provides a fully equiped dental office in a mobile
trailer and the services of two dentists. The Tooth
Mobile will work with the Families on Track program to
provide dental screening and actual dental services "on
the spot" to children enrolled in the FOT program.
Services to include x-rays, filling cavities, tooth
extractions and bridgework as required.
05 Public Services (General)
570.201(e)
280 People (General)
CDBG
ESG
HOME
HOPWA
ASSISTED HOUSING
PHA
TOTAL
Total Prior Funding
$15,000
$o
$o
$o
$o
$o
$15,000
$0
Help the Homeless?
Help those with HIV or AIDS?
No
Start Date: 07/01/03
Completion Date: 06/30/04
Eligibility:
Subrecipient:
Location(s):
570.208(a)(2) - Low / Mod Limited Clientele
Subrecipient Public 570.500(c)
Addresses
825 Park Way, South San Francisco, CA 94080
U.S. Department of Housing & Urban Development
CPD Consolidated Plan
Listing of Proposed Projects
Project IOl
Local ID
Project Title/Priority/
Objective/Description
HUD Matrix Code/Title/
Citation/Accomplishments
Funding Sources
Project READ
Public Services
Project provides tutors to teach people 16 years of age
and older how to read and write. The program trains
people from the community to develop the necessary
skills to become tutors and wo~ with individual
clients.
05 Public Services (General)
570.201(e)
40 People (General)
CDBG
ESG
HOME
HOPWA
ASSISTED HOUSING
PHA
TOTAL
Total Prior Funding
$ 6,000
$0
$0
$0
$0
$0
$6,0OO
$0
Help the Homeless?
Help those with HIV or AIDS?
No Start Date: 07/01/03
No Comp~ion Date: 06/30/04
Eligibility:.
Subreciplent:
Location(s):
570,208(a)(2) - Low / Mod Limited Clientele
Local Government
840 West Orange Avenue, South San Francisco, CA 94080
Project Title/Priority/
U.S. Department of Housing & Urban Development
CPD Consolidated Plan
Listing of Proposed Projects
HUD Matrix Code/Title/ Funding Sources
JProject ID/
Local ID
ObjecflvelDescription
Citation/Accomplishments
0024
PARCA-Peninsula Association for Re{arded Children and
Adults
Special Needs/No~-Homeless
Provide support, information, referrals, outreach,
ac~ and recreation opportunities to individuals
with developmental disabilities and their families.
05B Handicapped Services CDBG
ESG
570.201(e) HOME
HOPVVA
5 Persons with Special Needs ASSISTED HOUSING
PHA
TOTAL
To~al Prior Funding
$ 5,000
$0
$0
$0
$0
$0
$0
Help the Homeless? No
Help those with HA/or AIDS? No
Location(s):
Start Date: 07/01/03
Completion Date: 06/30/04
570.208(a)(2) - Low/Mod Limited Clientele
Subrecipient Public 570.5(X)(c)
Addresses
1750 El Camino Real #105, Budingame, CA 94010
U.S. Department of Housing & Urban Development
CPD Consolidated Plan
Listing of Proposed Projects
IProject ID/
Local ID
Project Title/Priority/
Objective/Description
HUD Matrix Code/Title/
Citation/Accomplishments
Funding Sources
0014
ELLIPSE Peninsula AIDS Program
Homeless & HIV/AIDS
PrcMde in home support services to persons diagnosed
HIV positive including, counseling, food supplements,
housing assistance and support for family members.
03T Operating Costs of
Homeless/AiDS Patients Programs
570.201(e)
15 Pemons with HIV/AIDS
CDBG
ESG
HOME
HOFNVA
ASSISTED HOUSING
PI-IA
TOTAL
Tot~ Prior Funding
$4,000
$0
$0
$0
$0
$0
$ 4,000
$0
Help the Homeless?
Help those with HIV or AIDS?
E rtgibility:.
Subrecipiant:
Location(s):
No Start Date: 07/01/03
Yes Completion Date: 06/30/04
570.208(a)(2) - Low / Med Umited Clientele
Subrecipient Public 570.500(c)
Addresses
173 South Blvd., San Mateo, CA 94080
U.S. Department of Housing & Urban Development
CPD Consolidated Plan
Listing of Proposed Projects
Project Title/Priority/
HUD Matrix Code/Title/
Funding Sources
IProject ID/
Local ID
Objective/Description
Citation/Accomplishments
0015
John's Closet
Public Services
The John Papan Memorial Program provides new clothing to
Iow income school age children of the neighborhood
strategy area. Clothes include a jacke{ or sweats, a
pair of jeans and tennis shoes, depending on the season.
05 Public Services (General)
570.201(e)
130 Youth
CDBG
ESG
HOME
HOPWA
ASSISTED HOUSING
PHA
TOTAL
Total Prior Funding
$ 3,000
$0
$0
$0
$0
$0
$3,0OO
$0
Help the Hornetess?
Help those with HIV or AIDS?
Eligibitit~.
Submcipient
Location(s):
No Start Date: 07101/03
No Completion Date: 06/30/04
570.208(a)(2) - Low/Mod Limited Clientele
Subrecipient Public 570.500(c)
Addresses
700 Stewart Stree{, Daly City, CA 94015
IProject ID/
Local ID
U.S. Department of Housing & Urban Development
CPD Consolidated Plan
Listing of Proposed Projects
Project Title/Priority/
HUD Matrix Code/Title/
Funding Sources
Objective/Description
Citation/Accomplishments
0016
North Peninsula Family Alternatives
Youth Programs
Counseling services to parents and youth including
issues o~ schod performance, substance abuse, gang
activities, ~ general referrals as needed to social
service providem.
05 Public Services (General)
570.201(e)
51 People (Genecal)
C_,DBG
ESG
HOME
HOPWA
ASSISTED HOUSING
PHA
TOTAL
Total Prior Funding
$ 9,0O0
$0
$0
$0
$0
$0
$ 9,000
$0
He{p the Homeless?
Help those with HIV or AIDS?
, -: Submctpient:
~ ~; .Lo¥~t~(s):
No Start Date: 07/01/03
No Completion Date: 06/30/04
570.208(a)(2) - Low I Mod Limited Clientele
Subrecipient Public 570.50o(c)
Addresses
501 Spruce Avenue, South San Francisco, CA 94080
U.S. Department of Housing & Urban Development
CPD Consolidated Plan
Listing of Proposed Projects
Project Title/Priority/
HUD Matrix Code/Title/
Funding Sources
IProject ID/
Local ID
Objective/Description
Citation/Accomplishments
City Sponsored Commercial Rehabilitation
Econornic Dev~t
Commercial revitalization program assists 5 to 8
prol~ly owners in the downtow~ business distdct with
improvsments to their property which may include
extedor painting, signs, awnings and ~her code
required structural needs.
14E Rehab; Publicly or Privately-
Owned Commercial/1 ndustrial
570.202
5 Businesses
CDBG $175,000
ESG $ 0
HOME $ 0
HOPWA $ 0
ASSISTED HOUSING $ 0
PHA $ 0
TOTAL $ t75,000
Total Prior Funding $ 0
Help the Homeless?
Help those with HIV or AIDS?
No
Start Date: 07/01/03
Con~ation Date: 06/30104
Eligibility:
Subrecipie~t:
Location(s):
570.208(a)(1) - Low / Mod Area
Local Go~nment
Addresses
400 Grand Aw~ue, South San Francisco, CA 94080
IProject IOl
Local ID
U.S, Department of Housing & Urban Development
CPD Consolidated Plan
Listing of Proposed Projects
Project TitlelPflorityl
HUD Matrix Code/Title/
Funding Sources
Objective/Description
Citation/Accomplishments
0018
Families on Track
Public Se~tces
Acquisitic~ and installation of a modular classroom unit
at Parkway Heights Middle School to house counseling and
case management secvices for the Families on Track
program. CDBG funds will be used only for aquisition of
modular unit.
03 Public Facilities and
Improvements (General)
570.201(c)
180 People (General)
CDBG
ESG
HOME
HOPWA
ASSISTED HOUSING
PHA
TOTAL
Total Prior Funding
$ 20,000
$o
$o
$o
$o
$o
$
$0
Help the Homeless? No
Help these with HA/or AIDS? No
Submctpient:
Loc~ion(s):
Start Date: 07/01/03
Completion Date: 06/30/04
570.208(a)(2) - Low / Mod Limited Clientele
Subrecipient Public 570.500(c)
Addresses
825 Park Way, South San Francisco, CA 94080
iProject IOl
Local ID
U.S. Department of Housing & Urban Development
CPD Consolidated Plan
Listing of Proposed Projects
Project Title/Priority/
HUD Matrix Code/Title/
Funding Sources
Objective/Description
Citation/Accomplishments
CDBG Progam Administration
Planning ~ Administration
Ova, sight, fiscal and program management of CDBG
activities including: social service grants, housing
acquisition and rehabilitation programs, commercial
revitalllzation programs, monitoring of federal
regulations, environmental reviews, and submittal of
federally required reports.
21A General Program Administration
570.2O6
0 Organizations
CDBG
ESG
HOME
HOPWA
ASSISTED HOUSING
PHA
TOTAL
To~ Pdor Fur~.'-~3
$149,400
$o
$o
$o
$o
$o
$149,400
$0
Help the Homeless? No
Help those with HIV o~ AIDS? No
Start Da{e: 07/01/03
Comptation Date: 06/30/04
Subreciptent:
Locatkx~s):
57o.208(aX2) - Low / Mod Limited Clientele
Local Govemment
Addresses
400 Grand Avenue, South San Francisco, CA 94080
Cost and Availability of Financing
In the early 1990s there was much discussion in the regional and national press of a "credit-crunch" that
made it difficult for developers to obtain financing for new real estate projects. In fact, financial
institutions did reduce lending activity in response to more stringent regulations. However, these reforms
addressed lending abuses associated primarily with very risky projects, which were conceived with little
relation to project economics and underlying market conditions. Bankers and regulators assert that
financing is currently available for well-planned projects that are financially sound and target a
demonstrated market demand. One current aspect of financing that does differ from the early 1990s is that
lending institutions generally require greater contributions of equity from developers to ensure that
developers share in the risk of the project by committing their own money. In this respect, financing is
less likely to be available to developers who are not financially sound and lack the appropriate
contribution of their own capital.
For credit-worthy projects, residential construction loan rates in the early 2000s are at relatively low due
to the low inflation levels that have prevailed over the last several years. Expectations of continued low
inflation should help to keep financing rates at reasonable levels for the remainder of the Housing
Element planning period. This is a benefit to homebuilders, who can take advantage of the interest
savings on construction financing to reduce their overall cost to develop new housing.
Housing Discrimination
In 1996, Project Sentinel and Mid-Peninsula Citizens for Fair Housing prepared an "Analysis of
Impediments to Fair Housing in San Mateo County, Califbruia." The report indicated that there is
significant housing discrimination in the County, with families and children being the largest category of
people discriminated against in housing choice. Claims of discrimination on the basis of race are the
second largest complaint category. A new Analysis of hnpediments will be completed by May 1, 2003
by Project Sentinel.
Today the City of South San Francisco continues to work to overcome these i~npediments by contracting
with two agencies, Project Sentinel and La Raze Centro Legal, to assist residents with housing
discrimination co~nplaints. The two agencies provide counseling and advocacy in issues of fair housing
and housing habitability. By having two agencies providing this service the City is able to offer a wider
range of services to citizens needing fair housing counseling. Fair housing services are available to
residents citywide.
The City currently publicizes the services of these two agencies on its web site and in its fair
housing brochures. The City will do further outreach to the community by including information
on agencies in the City Manager's quarterly newsletter to residents.
H. Removing Barriers to Affordable Housing/Governmental Constraints
In an effort to foster and maintain the supply of affordable housing and to remove barriers to affordable
housing development, the City of South San Francisco will continue to monitor its public policies to
identi~y areas where the City can make improvements. Among many efforts to overcome policy barriers
to affordable housing, most significantly, the City will continue to maintain and encourage affordable
housing development by:
· Applying density bonuses
· Enforce the City's inclusionary housing ordinance requiring that 20 percent of all new housing units
in the City be affordable to low-and moderate-income families
· Encourage Transit Oriented development near the South San Francisco and San Bruno BART
Stations.
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· Allowing owners to construct second units in permitted areas
· Expediting reviews of affordable housing projects
· Giving.disabled residents greater flexibility making accessibility modifications to their homes
Detailed Goals, Policies and Implementation Programs32
Under California law, the housing element must include the community's goals, policies, quantified
objectives, and housing programs for the maintenance, improvement, and development of housing.
This Housing Element includes four policy goal statements directly relevant to iucreasing and
maintaining the supply of aftbrdable housing. Under each goal statement, the element sets out policies
that amplify the goal statement. Implementation programs are listed at the end of the corresponding policy
or group of policies and describe briefly the proposed action, the City agencies or departments with
primary responsibility/'or carrying out the progrmn, and the time frame for accomplishing the program.
Several of the implementation programs also have quantified objectives listed.
The following definitions describe the nature of the statements of goals, policies, implementation
programs, and quantified objectives as they are used in the Housing Element Policy Document:
Goal: Ultimate purpose of an elf'oft stated in a way that is general in nature and immeasurable.
Policy: Specific statement guiding action and implying clear commitment.
Implementation Program: An action, procedure, program, or technique that carries out policy.
Implementation programs also specify primary responsibility tbr carrying out the action and an
estimated time frame for its accomplishment. The time frame indicates the calendar year in which
the activity is scheduled to be completed. These time fi'ames are general guidelines and may be
adjusted based on City staffing and budgetary considerations. Quantified objectives (where
applicable to individual implementation programs) are the number of housing units that the City
expects to be constructed, conserved, or rehabilitated.
Quantified Objective: the number of housing units that the City expects to be constructed,
conserved, or rehabilitated, and the number of households the City expects will be assisted
through Housing Element programs based on general market conditions during the time frame of
the Housing Element.
The housing element law recognizes that in developing housing policy and programs, identified housing
needs may exceed available resources and the community's ability to satisfy these needs. The quantified
objectives of the housing element, therefore, need not be identical to the identified housing need but
should establish the maximum number of housing units that can be constructed, rehabilitated, and
conserved over a five-year time frame.
New Residential Construction
GOAL 1
To promote the provision of housing by both the private and public sectors for all
income groups in the community. (Existing HE Goal 2)
32 South San Francisco 2002 General Plan Housing Element - The State requires a similar assessment to that
required by HUD. This assessment is included in this section.
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Availability of Sites for New Construction
Policy 1-1
The City shall maintain an adequate supply of land to meet its 1999-2006 ABAG
Regional Housing Needs Determination (RHND) of 277 very low income units, 131 low
income units, 360 moderate income units, and 563 above moderate units. (New Policy)
Program
l-lA
The City shall annually update its inventory of vacant and underutilized parcel identified
in Tables 1-32 and 1-33 of the Honsing Element Backgronnd Report. The City shall also
conduct an annual review of the composition of the housing stock, the types of dwelling
units under construction or expected to be constructed during the following year, and the
anticipated mix, based on development proposals approved or under review by the City,
of the housing to be developed during the remainder of the period covered by the
Housing Element. This analysis will be compared to the City's remaining 1999-2006
Regional Housing Needs Determination (RHND) to determine if any changes in land use
policy are warranted. (New Program)
Responsibility: Department of Economic and Community Development
Time Frame: Annually
Funding Source: City funds
Quantified Objective: NQ
Policy 1-2 The City shall implement the lnclusionm2~ Housing Ordinance. (New Policy)
Program
1-2A
The City shall adopt and implement the Inclusionary Housing Ordinance requiring nexv
residential development over four units to provide a minimum of twenty (20) percent
low- and moderate-income housing. (New Program)
Responsibility off Department of Economic and Community Development; City Council
Time Frame: FY 2001-2002, Ongoing
Funding Source: NA
Quantified Objective: 111 Iow-income units and 167 moderate-income units
Program
l-2B
The City shall prepare an Annual Report summarizing by project the number of units
developed under the Inclusionary Housing Ordinance. (New Program)
Responsibility off Department of Economic and Community Development; City Council
Time Frame: Annually
Funding Source: City funds
Quantified Objective: NQ
Policy 1-3
In addition to the Inclusionary Housing Ordinance, the City shall investigate other
methods for providing affordable housing units. (New Policy)
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Program
1-3A
Policy 1-4
Program
1-4A
Policy 1-5
Program
I-5A
The City shall determine the feasibility of establishing a commercial linkage fee. (New
Program)
Responsibility: Department of Economic and Community Development, Planning
Division; City Council
Time Frame: FY 2002-2003
Funding Source: City funds
Quantified Objective: NQ
The City shall work with for-profit and non-profit developers in consolidating infill
parcels designated for multi-family residential development when it facilitates efficient
development of the parcels. (New Polio,)
The Redevelopment Agency shall acquire sites that are either vacant or were developed
with vacant, underutilized, blighted, and nonconfbnning uses and will make the sites
available to non-profit developers. (Existing Program 2D-3).
Responsibility: Department of Economic and Community Development, South San
Francisco Redevelopment Agency and the Housing and Com~nunity Development
Division
Time Frame: 1999 - 2006
Funding Source: 20 percent Redevelopment Housing Set-aside Fund
Quantified Objective: Acquire land sufficient for 60 units by 2006.
The City shall promote the construction of lower cost units by providing incentives and
encouraging mixed use projects, second units, density bonuses, loft-style units, and
manufactured housing. (Existing Policy 2B)
The City shall review its Zoning Ordinance to assure that it has the tools and flexibility
needed to encourage a variety of unit sizes and mix of housing types including single
family condominiums, cluster projects, PUDs, townhomes, cooperatives, mobile homes,
senior projects, and manufactured housing. The Zoning Ordinance may include the
following criteria and standards:
1. establishment ora residential FAR;
2. establishment of specific parking standards for residential second units; and,
3. establishment of specific design and development standards for all housing types.
Responsibility: Economic and Community Development, Planning Division; City
Council
Time Frame: Complete review and amendments by December 2002.
Funding Source: City funds
Quantified Objective: NQ
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Policy 1-6
Program
1-6A
Policy 1-7
Policy l-8
Program
1-8A
Program
1-SB
Policy 1-9
The City shall implement the Density Bonus Ordinance. (New Policy)
The City shall adopt and implement the Density Bonus Ordinance for projects that
include affordable housing in over 20 percent of the project. (Existing Program 2B-3)
Responsibility off Department of Economic and Community Development, Planning
Division; City Council
Time Frame: FY 2001-2002
Funding Source: NA
Quantified Objective: 50 units between 1999 and 2006
The City shall encourage a mix of residential, cmmnercial and office uses in the areas
designated as Downtown Commercial, mixed Co~nmunity Commercial and High Density
Residential, mixed Business Commercial and High Density Residential, mixed Business
Commercial and Medium Density Residential in the General Plan and in the South San
Francisco BART Transit Village Zoning District. (New Policy)
The City shall support and facilitate the development of second units on single-family
designated and zoned parcels. (New Policy)
The City shall revise the Zoning Ordinance to remove constraints to the development of
second units, such as overly restrictive parking standards and setback requirements.
Responsibility: Department of Economic and Community Development, Planning
Division, City Council
Time Frame: FY 2002-2003
Funding Source: City funds
Quantified Objective: 20 second units
The City shall actively promote community education on second units by posting
information regarding second units on the City's website and providing brochures at the
public counter in the Department of Economic and Community Development.
Responsibility: Department of Economic and Community Development, Planning
Division
Time Frame: FY 2002-2003
Funding Source: City funds
Quantified Objective: see 1-SA
The City shall maximize opportunities for residential development, including through
infill and redevelopment of underutilized sites, without impacting existing neighborhoods
or creating conflicts with industrial operations.
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Policy 1 - 10
Where appropriate, the City shall encourage the consolidation of parcels designated for
multi-family residential development when it facilitates efficient development of the
parcels.
Program
1-10A
The City shall establish development standards in the Municipal Code that would
determine the lot-size requirements for sites designated as High Density Residential,
Downtown High Density Residential, and Medium Density Residential in order to
promote the consolidation of parcels designated tbr multi-family residential or mixed-use
multi-family residential/commercial development.
Responsibility: Department of Economic and Community Development
Time Frmne: 2003
Funding Source: City Funds
Quantified Objective: NQ
Administrative Support, Housing Funding and Permit Streamlining
Policy 1- l 1
The City shall continue to operate the "One Stop Permit Center" in order to provide
assistance from all divisions, departments, and levels of City government, within the
bounds of local ordinances and policies, to stimulate private housing development
consistent with local needs. (Revised Existing Policy lB)
Program
1-1lA
To support private market construction, the City shall work with property owners, project
sponsors, and developers to expedite the permit review process; design housing projects
that meet the goals, objectives and policies of this Housing Element; providing timely
assistance and advice on permits, fees, environmental review requirements, and
affordable housing agreements to avoid costly delays in project approval; and interfacing
with community groups and local residents to ensure public support of major new
housing developments. (Existing Program 1B-l).
Responsibility off Department of Economic and Community Development, Planning
Division and Housing and Community Development
Time Frame: On-going
Funding Source: City funds
Quantified Objective: NQ
Policy 1-12 The City shall support efforts to generate affordable housing. (Existing Policy 2C)
Program
1-12A
The City shall allocate redevelopment funds to non-profit housing agencies that assist in
providing or developing low-income housing through such means as providing funds for
land purchase and rehabilitation. (Revised Program 2C-2)
Responsibility off Department of Economic and Community Development, Housing and
Community Development Division
Time Frame: FY 1999 - 2006
Funding Source: 20 percent Redevelopment Housing Set-aside Fund
Quantified Objective: 60 units by 2006.
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Program
1-12B
Policy 1-13
Policy 1-14
Program
1-14A
Program
1-14B
Policy 1-15
The City should negotiate with the South San Francisco Unified School District to reduce
school impact fees.
Responsibility of: City Council, Depamnent of Economic and Community Development,
Housing and Community Development Division
Time Frame: FY 2002-2003
Funding Source: City Funds
Quantified Objective: NQ
The City shall ensure the availability of adequate public facilities, including streets,
water, sewerage, and drainage, throughout the residential areas of the city. Residential
development will be encouraged, as designated on the General Plan Land Use Map,
where public services and facilities are adequate to support added population or where
the needed improvements are already committed. All dwelling units will have adequate
pnblic or private access to public rights-of-way. (Existing Program 1C-2)
The City shall continue to cooperate with other governmental agencies and take an active
interest in seeking solutions to area-wide housing problems. The City supports the
concept that all communities should make a good faith eftbrt to meet the housing needs
of very low-, low- and moderate-income households in their area in a manner that is not
disproportionate for any community and which recognizes the degree of eflbrt made in
prior years. (Existing Policy 2E)
The City shall participate with San Mateo County in its [lousing Revenue Bond and
Mortgage Credit Certificate programs.
Responsibility: Department of Economic and Community Development, Housing and
Community Development Division
Time Frame: On-going
Funding Source: California Debt Limit Allocation Committee
Quantified Objective: Assist 20 moderate income households with home purchases
The City shall continue participating in the San Mateo County Housing Investment
Project (CHIP), which is a consortium of several cities located in San Mateo County, San
Mateo County, lenders, school districts, and other interested parties that seek to establish
a countywide first-time home buyer program. (New Program)
Responsibility: Department of Economic and Community Development, Housing and
Community Development Division
Time Frame: Annually
Funding Source: City funds
Quantified Objective: NQ
The City shall ensure that new development promotes quality design and harmonizes
with existing neighborhood surroundings. (Existing Policy lC)
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Policy 1-16
The City shall support excellence in design through the continued use of the design
review board and/or staff and adherence to CEQA while ensuring that this process carried
out expeditiously.
Policy 1-17
The City shall ensure that the objectives of this Housing Element are carried out within
the Element's time frame (1999-2006). (New Policy)
Program
1-17A
The City shall continue to maintain Housing Element and the Element's programs.
Responsibility off Department of Economic and Community Develop~nent
Time Frame: Ongoing
Funding Source: 20 percent Redevelopment Housing Set-aside Fund, CDBG funds, and
General Fund for remaining non-qualifying fi~nctions
Quantified Objective: NQ
Program
1-17B
The City shall maintain and regularly update a list of Jnajor agencies and organizations
participating in housing-related activities, including address, telephone, and brief
description of their function.
Responsibility off Department of Economic and Community Development
Time Frame: On-going
Funding Source: City funds
Quantified Objective: NQ
Policy 1-18
The City shall ensure that developers and city residents are made aware of key housing
programs and development opportunities. (New Policy)
Program
1-t8A
To widen the availability of information to interested residents, the City shall update its
website to include information on affordable housing, housing programs, and
inclusionary units. (New Program)
Responsibility off Department of Economic and Community Development
Time Frame: FY 2002-2003
Funding Source: City funds
Quantified Objective: NQ
Maintenance Of Existing Affordable Housing Stock
GOAL 2
To conserve and enhance existing residential neighborhoods while maintaining
affordability in existing neighborhoods and neighborhoods with low-income
families.
Policy 2-1
The City shall continue to encourage private reinvestment in older residential
neighborhoods and private rehabilitation of housing. (New Policy)
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Policy 2-2
Policy 2-3
Policy 2-4
Program
2-4A
Program
2-4B
Policy 2-5
Policy 2-6
Program
2-6A
As appropriate, the City shall use State and Federal funding assistance to the fullest
extent these subsidies exist to rehabilitate housing. The City shall continue to give
housing rehabilitation efforts high priority in the use of Community Development Block
Grant funds. (New Policy)
The City shall prioritize Federal, State and Redevelopment Agency funds for acquisition
and rehabilitation of housing in older residential neighborhoods. The City would target
funds in order to preserve the older housing stock that exists in older neighborhoods with
Iow income families.
The City shall maintain and improve neighborhoods through the use of systematic code
enforcement, regulatory measures, cooperative neighborhood improvement programs and
other available incentives. The City shall focus on properties in older neighborhoods ~vith
low-income families, such as Village Way, Willow Gardens, Town of Baden, Downtown
(or Old Town), Irish Town, and Peck's Lots.
The City shall continue to aggressively enforce uniform housing, building, and safety
codes. (Existing Program 1.A-2)
Responsibility: City Attorney; Fire Depart~nent, Fire Prevention/Building Division
Time Frame: On-going
Funding Source: City funds
Quantified Objective: NQ
The City shall seek to eliminate incompatible land uses or blighting influences fi'om
residential neighborhoods through targeted code enforcement and other available
regulatory measures. (New Policy)
Responsibility: City Attorney; Fire Department, Fire Prevention/Building Division
Time Frame: On-going
Funding Source: City funds
Quantified Objective: NQ
The City shall ensure that all rental properties in the community are well maintained. To
this end, the City shall aggressively enforce health and safety code regulations on these
units. (New Policy)
The City shall continue to support the revitalization of older neighborhoods by keeping
streets, sidewalks, and other municipal systems in good repair. The City shall continue to
work cooperatively with other agencies and utilities concerning the maintenance of their
properties and equipment in South San Francisco. (New Policy)
As appropriate, the City shall create a capital improvement and housing rehabilitation
program to upgrade housing in older neighborhoods with low income housing, such as
Village Way, Willow Gardens, Town of Baden, Downtown (or Old Town), Irish Town,
and Peck's Lots. (New Program)
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Policy 2-7
Policy 2-8
Policy 2-9
Program
2-9A
Program
2-9B
Policy 2-10
Program
2-10A
Responsibility: Department of Economic and Community Development,
Time Frame: Ongoing
Funding Source: General Fund, RDA and CDBG
Quantified Objective: NQ
The City shall ensure that rehabilitation effbrts prolnote quality design and harmonize
with existing neighborhood surronndings. (Existing Policy 1(~3
The City shall use City and Redevelopment Agency rehabilitation and other programs as
appropriate to arrest the deterioration of newer housing and neighborhoods that are
already showing signs of deterioration before repair costs become excessive. (New
Policy)
The City shall strive to maintain the existing multi-family housing stock. (New Policy)
The City shall provide low-interest loans for rehabilitation of owner-occupied
single-family homes by supporting the Housing Rehabilitation Program with continued
CDBG funding. The City shall give priority is given to homes in the Downtown Target
Area. (Revised Program 1. ~A-1)
Responsibility: Department of Economic and Cmnmunity Development, Housing and
Community Development Division
Time Frame: On-going
Funding Source: CDBG
Quantified Objective: 40 Units by 2006.
The City shall support the South San Francisco Housing Authority in the continued
operation and renting of 80 units of public housing. (Existing Program 2D-l)
Responsibility: South San Francisco Housing Authority
Time Frame: On-going
Funding Source: HUD funds and return on rents
Quantified Objective: Preserve 80 units.
The City shall strive to preserve existing boarding rooms and Single Room Occupancies.
(New Policy)
The City shall provide financial assistance for physical improvements to existing
boarding rooms and Single Room Occupancies in the Downtown area. (Existing
Program 2D-2)
Responsibility: Department of Economic and Community Development, South San
Francisco Redevelopment Agency
Time Frame: 1999 - 2006
Funding Source: 20 percent Redevelopment Housing Set-aside Fund
Quantified Objective: Upgrade 60 Single Rooms between 1999 and 2006.
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Policy 2-1 l
Program
2-1lA
Policy 2-12
Policy 2-13
Policy 2-14
Program
2-14A
Program
2-14B
The City shall strive to limit the conversion of apartment units to condominiums. (New
Policy)
The City shall continue to enforce limits on conversion of apartment units to
condominiums. As specified in Chapter 19.80 of the Municipal Code, condominium
conversions are allowed only if they meet the following general criteria:
a)
b)
c)
d)
e)
A multiple-family vacancy rate of at least 5 percent exists;
The conversion has an overall positive effect on the City's available housing
stock;
Adequate provisions are made for maintaining and managing the resulting
condominimn projects;
The project meets all building, fire, zoning, and other applicable codes in force at
the time of conversion; and
The conversion is consistent with all applicable policies of the General Plan.
Since the Ordinance was adopted, no conversions have occurred. This has
helped retain a rental housing stock in the community that provides a substantial
source of housing for low- and ~noderate-income families. (Existing Program
2D-5)
Responsibility off Department of Economic and Community Development, Planning
Division
Time Frame: On-going
Funding Source: NA
Quantified Objective: NQ
The City shall support State and Federal legislation to make housing more affordable for
owners and renters, and to permit rehabilitation of existing deteriorated housing without
an increase in tax assessments. (Existing Program 2E-l)
The City shall use its best eftbrts to insure the preservation of subsidized housing units at
risk of converting to market rate housing. (New Policy)
The City shall track affordability levels in the City by monitoring changes in housing
sales prices and rental rates. (New Policy)
The City shall regularly monitor housing sales price trends of existing units and new units
to determine housing affordability levels. (New Program)
Responsibility: Department of Economic and Community Development
Time Frame: Annually
Funding Source: City funds
Quantified Objective: NQ
The City shall regularly monitor rental rates to document any trends of unwarranted and
unreasonable rent increases. If there are signs of unwarranted and unreasonable rent
increases, the City shall investigate the feasibility of establishing a mediation board (New
Program)
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Responsibility: Department of Economic and Community Development
Time Frame: Annually
Funding Source: City funds
Quantified Objective: NQ
Special Needs
GOAL 3
To provide housing for groups with special needs.
Policy 3-1
The CiD' shall continue to give special attention in housing programs to the needs of
special groups, including the disabled, large families, the elderly, and families with low
incomes. (New Policy)
Senior Progratns
Policy 3-2 The City shall encourage the development of housing for elderly. (New Policy)
Program
3-2A
The City shall monitor the demand for senior housil~g to ensnre that their needs are being
met on an ongoing basis. (New Polk:v)
Policy 3-3
The City shall encourage non-profit groups to provide housing for the elderly citizens of
South San Francisco. The City should encourage the development of senior housing in
higher density areas close to shopping and transportation. (Existing Policy 3A)
Program
3-3A
The City shall continue to grant density bonuses for senior housing projects. The City
shall allow up to 50 units per acre for senior housing projects and permit reduced parking
standards. (Revised Program 3A-l)
Responsibility off Department of Economic and Community Development, Planning
Division and Housing and Community Development Division
Time Frame: On-going
Funding Source: NA
Quantified Objective: 100 senior housing units between 1999 and 2006.
Program
3-3B
The City shall continue to provide funding for minor repairs of homes owned and
occupied by low-income senior citizens. Eligible repairs include plumbing, electrical,
painting, carpentry, roof repairs, and masonry work. (Revised Program 3A-2)
Responsibility: Department of Economic and Community Development, Housing and
Community Development Division
Time Frame: On-going
Funding Source: CDBG funds
Quantified Objective: I00 units from 1999 to 2006
Policy 3-4
The City shall encourage the establishment of a range of housing types for seniors
including residential board and care facilities for the elderly in the community. (Existing
Policy 3B)
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Program
3-4A
Policy 3-5
Program
3-5A
Program
3-5B
Policy 3-6
Program
3-6A
The City shall continue to allow reduced parking requirements for residential board and
care facilities. (Existing Program 3B-l)
Responsibility off Department of Economic and Community Development, Planning
Division
Time Frame: On-going
Funding Source: NA
Quantified Objective: NQ
Disabled Programs
Consistent with State law, the City shall require the inclusion of handicapped accessible
units in all housing projects. In all new apartment projects with five or more units, State
law requires that 5 percent of the units constructed be tully accessible to the physically
disabled. (Existing Polic:v 3(3
The City shall review development plans to assure consistency with state handicap and
accessibility laws and require modifications for accessibility. (Existing Program 3C. 1)
Responsibility: Fire Department, Fire Prevention/Building Division
Time Frame: On-going
Funding Source: NA
Quantified Objective: Enforcement of applicable State and federal standards.
The City shall review its Zoning Ordinance and other development procedures to ensure
compliance with fair housing laws and ensure that these regulations do not create a
hardship for persons with disabilities. The City shall amend its Zoning Ordinance and
change its permit processing procedures, as needed, to facilitate accessibility for disabled
persons.
Responsibility: Department of Economic and Community Development, Planning
Division
Timeframe: 2003
Funding Source: City funds
Quantified Objective: NQ
The City shall continue to support programs to modify existing units to better serve the
needs of disabled citizens. (Existing Policy 3D)
The City shall continue to provide funds to make housing units accessible to the disabled.
(Existing Program 3D- 1)
Responsibility: Department of Economic and Community Development, Housing and
Community Development Division
Time Frame: On-going
Funding Source: CDBG funds
Quantified Objective: 125 units from 1999 to 2006
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Policy 3-7
The City shall provide reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities to
ensure equal access to housing. The purpose of this is to provide a process for individuals
with disabilities to make requests for reasonable accommodation in regard to relief from
the various land use, zoning, or building laws, rules, policies, practices and/or procedures
of the City.
Program
3-7A
The City shall amend its Municipal Code as necessary to provide individuals with
disabilities reasonable accommodation in roles, policies, practices, and procedures that
may be necessary to ensure equal access to housing.
Responsibility: Department of Economic and Community Development
Timeframe: 2003
Funding Source: City funds
Quantified Objective: NQ
Program
3-7B
The City shall create a public information brochure on reasonable accommodation for
disabled persons and provide that information on the City's website.
Responsibility: Department of Econo~nic and Community Development
Timeframe: 2003
Funding Source: City fimds
Quantified Objective: NQ
Large Families Programs
Policy 3-8
The City shall encourage provision of adequate affordable housing snitable for large
families. (Existing Policy 3F)
Homeless Programs
Policy 3-9
The City shall assist the homeless and those at risk of becoming homeless. (Existing
Policy 3G)
Policy 3-10
The City shall be an active participant in the County of San Mateo "Continuum of Care"
planning process that supports emergency shelters, temporary housing, transitional
programs, and general housing assistance for the homeless. (New Policy)
Program
3-10A
The City shall continue to be an active participant in the Continuum of Care planning
process with the appropriate homeless agencies in its efforts to address the needs of South
San Francisco residents in need of emergency shelter or temporary housing. (New
Program)
Responsibility off Dept. of Economic and Community Development, Planning Division
Time Frame: On-going
Funding Source: CDBG & 20 percent Redevelopment Housing Set-Aside Fund
Quantified Objective: NQ
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Program
3-10B
The City shall support non-profits, such as Human Investment Project, Inc (HIP), in the
placement of low-income individuals and small households needing housing with
individuals who have excess space in their homes and who are willing to share that space.
(Revised Program 2C-3)
Responsibility off Department of Economic and Community Development
Time Frame: On-going
Funding Source: 20 percent Redevelop~nent Housing Set-aside Fund
Quantified Objective: 350 placements between 1999 and 2006.
Program
3-10C
The City shall continue to provide fitnds to organizations that provide transitional
housing. (Revixed Program 3G-2)
Responsibility of: Dept. of Economic and Community Development
Time Frame: On-going
Funding Source: CDBG & 20 percent Redevelopment Housing Set-Aside Fund
Quantified Objective: 210 placements of families and/or individuals between 1999 and
2006
Program
3-10D
The City shall sponsor the construction and operation of a 90-bed year round homeless
shelter with city limits. Once the shelter is completed and operational, the City shall
provide on-going support to ensure the continued operation of the shelter. (New
Program)
Responsibility of: Department of Economic and Community Development Time Frame: FY 2001-2002
Funding Source: CDBG, RDA Housing & Set Aside.
Quantified Objective: Construction and operation of a 90-bed year round homeless
shelter.
Program
3-10E
The City shall continue to provide financial assistance to organizations helping families
with social services including case management and referrals for housing and homeless
prevention. (New Program)
Responsibility off Department of Economic and Community Development
Time Frame: On-going
Funding Source: CDBG
Quantified Objective: Case management and referrals for 500 individuals and families
per year from 1999 to 2006.
Equal Opportuni .ty
Goal 4 To promote equal opportunity to secure safe, sanitary, and affordable housing for
everyone in the community regardless of age, race, gender, religion, marital status,
national origin, disability, sexual orientation, and other arbitrary factors.
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Policy 4-1
The City shall promote housing opportunities for all persons regardless of age, race, sex,
religion, marital status, national origin, disability, and or other barriers that prevent
choice in housing. (New Policy)
Policy 4-2
The City shall provide information and referrals regarding fair housing complaints,
tenant-landlord conflicts, habitability, and other general housing assistance. (New Policy)
Program
4-2A
The City shall provide access to legal counseling and advocacy concerning fair housing
laws, rights, and remedies to those who believe they have been discriminated against.
Persons requesting information or assistance related to housing discrimination are
referred to one or more fair housing group (s). (Existing Program 4.,4-1)
Responsibility off Department of Economic and Colnmnnity Development, Housing and
Community Development Division
Time Frame: On-going
Funding Source: CDBG
Quantified Objective: 5 discrimination cases and 10 tenant-landlord cases pursued each
year between 1999 and 2006.
Program
4-2B
The City shall provide fimding assistance to organizations that provide counseling and
tenant-landlord issues, habitability and other general housing assistance.
Responsibility off Department of Economic and Community Development, Housing and
Community Development Division
Time Frame: On-going
Funding Source: CDBG
Quantified Objective: 100 habitability cases pursued each year between 1999 and 2006.
I. Anti-Poverty Strategy
The City of South San Francisco has a multifaceted approach to reducing the number of families living in
poverty. First, City participation in the acquisition, construction or rehabilitation of affordable housing is
contingent upon restricting rents to affordable levels for low-income residents for an extended period of
time (30 to 40 years). This helps reduce the number of families living in poverty by decreasing one of
their largest expenses, rent, to a reasonable level. Additionally, the City's housing rehabilitation loan
programs offer low- and moderate-income homeowners the opportunity to bring their homes up to current
building standards by providing low-interest loans, which facilitate upgrades in a manner that does not
burden the family budget.
Second, the City has recently adopted an inclusionary housing ordinance that requires developers to make
twenty percent (20%) of all new housing units in the City affordable to Iow- and moderate- income
families. Two-fifths (2/5tbs) of the inclusionary units must be affordable to families at or below 80
percent of median income.
Third, efforts to improve the historic downtown business district provide property owners with an
opportunity to more effectively market their services. In addition to providing assistance for improving
commercial faqades, the City actively works with the South San Francisco Chamber of Commerce to
meet the needs of downtown businesses and to promote the area. These activities help create a more
vibrant business community and new jobs for City residents.
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Fourth, the City funds several non-profit agencies whose services help Iow-income residents. For
example, by providing childcare subsidies the City is able to help Iow-income adults work or study while
their children are at a childcare center. Similarly, by providing funding to an adult literacy program, the
City is able to help residents find employment they may not have been able to secure before knowing how
to read.
Through this multitude of efforts, the City is continually working to help reduce the number of families
living in poverty.
J. Monitoring Standards And Procedures
The City has established procedures that ensure CiD' programs comply with federal program requirements
and City policies. For agencies that receive CDBG, HOME and RDA fimding, the City requires the
agencies to provide quarterly reports. These reports keep the City informed about the progress agencies
are making meeting their objectives. The City also conducts site visits and requires the agencies to
submit an annual audit. With respect to construction projects, the City asks developers to submit proof
of compliance with Davis-Bacon with each invoice they sublnit to the City.
The City Council also reviews annual reports to ensure that the City is applying its resources to meet
community goals. These reports include the CAPER (Consolidated Annual Performance & Evaluation
Report) for federal programs, the annual report fbr the Redevelopment Agency and the annual city audit.
V. FIVE YEAR STRATEGIC NON-HOUSING
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT PLAN
To maintain a healthy and sustainable community, the City of South San Francisco has made it a priority
to undertake a variety of non-housing community development activities that will help improve the lives
of low-income residents. Activities range from childcare and youth programs to senior services and
battered women services. The City also uses CDBG funds for building improvements that help revitalize
the Downtown, improve facilities that provide services to low-income residents, and make buildings
accessible to people with disabilities.
The non-housing community development activities are summarized on Table 2C of the Consolidated
Plan. These activities and the rational for making them a priority are described in greater detail below.
1.0. Priority: Sustain and increase the level of business and economic activity in areas that serve or
have a high percentage of low-income residents.
The City's economic and community development strategy for Downtown includes structural
improvements to maximize the use of co~nmercial buildings and faq:ade improvement assistance for
businesses.
1.1 City-Sponsored Commercial Rehabilitation
The City-Sponsored Commercial Rehabilitation provides financial and technical assistance to property
owners undertaking structural, fagade and business sign improvements to their buildings. These
improvements help owners increase the use of their commercial buildings, and improve the appearance of
the downtown. The program is available in the Historic Downtown district. The program is funded
through CDBG and is leveraged by owners' fimds and RDA funds.
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2.0. Priority: Preserve and improve public facilities that serve a high percentage of Iow-income
residents.
Disabled access modifications and community facility rehabilitation are undertaken to improve facilities
used by the low- and moderate-income community in South San Francisco.
2.1. Assist nonprofit agencies preserve and improve facilities serving the public
Many nonprofit agencies occupy buildings that are not in optimal condition, or are inadequate to serve
their clients. Problems can include such items as inadequate accessibility for persons with disabilities,
inadequate private space for meeting with clients, dilapidated structures, and other safety code issues that
need addressing. The City provides assistance to nonprofit agencies in conjunction with other
jurisdictions to make improvements to nonprofit agency facilities.
2.2. Preserve and improve publicly owned facilities serving the public
Many of the Project Area's public facilities are in need of improvement. The City's activities over the
five-year planning period include improvement of parks, transit and other public facilities, which will
have a positive impact on the physical environment and serve as a catalyst for private investment in the
Downtown and in improved services for low-income residents residing near the Downtown.
2.3. Preserve and improve public infrastructure in low-income neighborhoods or serving a high
percentage of low-income residents
Programs are needed to alleviate blighting conditions in public infrastructure. Commuter and through
traffic in the Project Area is rapidly approaching a pressure point due to shifting land uses, diversification
of the economic base and the corresponding mobility needs of City residents, workers and visitors.
Inadequate access and traffic congestion are problematic at various points in the Downtown. In addition,
the City of South San Francisco and its Parking Place Commission are faced with a growing demand for
parking in the Downtown. Improvement and/or construction of storm drains and sewers is also needed.
3.0. Priority: Provide core public services activities to improve the quality of life for low-income
individuals and families, including those at risk of becoming homeless and special needs groups.
To meet the public service needs of low-income residents, the City proposes to fund nonprofit agencies
and organizations that provide childcare, senior services, general social services, battered women
services, disabled services, youth services, job training, and health services.
3.1. Childcare
Assist organizations providing childcare through a variety of methods. Services may include short-term
childcare for children who are at risk of abuse, neglect or exploitation due to a temporary family crisis,
organizations that operates preschools centers, before- and after-school sites, summer camps and a
vacation programs
3.2. Senior Services
Assist organizations providing very low-income seniors and disabled residents with a variety of services.
Services may include weekly grocery bags, senior day-care and other senior services.
3.3. General Social Services
Assist organizations providing social services for those in immediate need. Services include provision of
food, medical and dental services, clothing, shelter, literacy, substance abuse treatment, transportation,
assistance with rental security deposits, payment of PG&E bills to avoid service interruptions, and crisis
intervention.
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3.4. Battered Women's Services
Assist organizations providing information, resources, and support to sexual assault survivors and their
children.
3.5. Disabled Services
Assist organizations providing support for individuals with HIV/AIDS and individuals with
developmental disabilities and their families.
3.6. Youth Services
Assist organizations providing services such as new clothing or progrmns to improve parenting skills and
increase school performance.
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TABLE 2B
Community Development Needs
Priority Need Level Unmet Dollars to Address
PRIORITY COMMUNITY High, Medium, Low, Priority Unmet Goals
DEVELOPMENT NEEDS No Such Need Need Priority Need
PUBLIC FACILITY NEEDS (pro. iects)
Senior Centers L $3 000,000
Handicapped Centers L $3.000,000
1 lomeless Facilities [-I $2,000,000
Youth Centers I I $2~000,000
Child Care Centers 1t $3~000,000
Health Facilities It $2.000 000
Neighborhood Facilities M $1,000,000
Parks and/or Recreation Facilities M $2,000 000
Parking Facilities M $3,000,000
Non-Residential ltistoric Preservation [VI $1,000.000
Other Public Facility Needs M $1,000,000
INFRASTRUCTURE (projects)
Water/Sewer Improvements IVl $2,000~000
Street Improvements M $1,000,000
Sidewalks M $1,000.000
Solid Waste Disposal Improvements M $1,000.000
Flood Drain Improvements M $2,000,000
Other Infrastructure Needs
PUBLIC SERVICE NEEDS (people)
Senior Services H $500,000
Handicapped Services M $250,000
Youth Services H $250,000
Child Care Services 1t $500,000
Transportation Services M : $50,000
Substance Abuse Services }I $1,500,000
Employment Training It $250,000
Health Services H $250,000
Lead Hazard Screening H $50,000
Crime Awareness and Prevention M $250,000
Other Public Service Needs .
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT '
ED Assistance to For-Profits (businesses) M $1,500,000
ED Technical Assistance (businesses) M $500,000
Micro-Enterprise Assistance (businesses) M $100,000
Rehab; Publicly-or Privately-Owned It $5,500,000
Commercial/Industrial (projects)
C/I* Infrastructure Development (projects) M $15,000,000
Other C/I* Improvements (projects) M ' $ 100,000
PLANNING :
Planning M $800,000
TOTAL ESTIMATED DOLLARS NEEDED: $5S,500,000
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TABLE 2C
Summary of Specific Housing/Community Development Objectives
(Table 2Ai2B Continuation Sheet)
Obj Specific Objectives Performance Measure Expected Actual
# Units Units
Housing Objectives
Rental Housing Objectives
.0 New Housing Construction
· 1 County Property at Grand and Oak New units 35-45
.2 lnclusionary BMR Units New umts 20-50
2.0 Acquisition & Rehabilitation
2.1 Willow Gardens Acquired units 20
Rehabilitated units
2.2 Downtown Aftbrdable Housing Progrmn Acquired units 10-20
Rehabilitated units
Owner Housing Objectives
3.0 New Housing Construction
3.1 440 Commercial Avenue New units 4
3.2 lnclusionary BMR Units New units 10-40
4.0 Low-Income Owner-Occupied Rehabilitation
4.1 City-Sponsored Housing Rehabilitation Loan Rehabilitated units 15-25
Program
4.2 Emergency Code Violation Vouchers Vouchers issued 60
4.3 Debris Box Vouchers Vouchers issued 50
4.4 Minor Home Repair (House Helpers) Households assisted 200
4.5 Rebuilding Together Peninsula Houses rehabilitated 3-15
5.0 First-time Homebuyer Loan Program Buyers attending 20-35
seminars, and receiving
counseling and loans
Objectives
economic Sustain andactivity increase in the areas level that°f business serve or have dada Number of businesses assisted l-5
1.0
high percentage of low-income residents.
1.1 City-Sponsored Commercial Rehabilitation Number of storefronts 20-30
rehabilitated
Number of new signs
and awnings
Non-Housing Infrastructure and Public
Facilities Objectives
2.0 Preserve and improve public facilities and
infrastructure in Iow-income neighborhoods or
serving a high percentage of Iow-income
residents
2.1 Assist nonprofit agencies preserve and Number of nonprofit 3-5
improve facilities serving the public agencies assisted
2.2 Preserve and improve publicly owned Number of public 1-5
facilities serving the public facilities improved
2.3 Preserve and improve public infrastructure in Number of projects 1-5
low-income neighborhoods or serving a high completed
percentage of low-income residents
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TABLE 2C (Continued)
Summary of Specific Housing/Community Development Objectives
(Table 2A/2B Continuation Sheet)
Obj Specific Objectives Performance Measure Expected Actual
# Projects Units
Public Services Objectives
3.0 Provide core public services activities to improve Number of households
the quality of life for Iow-income individuals and and individuals assisted
families, including those at risk of becoming
homeless and special needs groups.
3.1 Childcare Number of households I 140 (5yr)
and individuals assisted 228 (lyf)
3.2 Senior Services Number of households 1550 (5yr)
and individuals assisted 310 (lyf)
3.3 General Social Services Number of households 6475 (5yr)
and individuals assisted 1295 (lyr)
3.4 Battered Women's Services Number of households 1735 (5yr)
and individuals assisted 347 (lyf)
3.5 Disabled Services Number of households 100 (5yr) ,
and individuals assisted 20 (lyr)
3.6 Youth Services Number of households 940 (5yr) ·
and individuals assisted 188 (lyf)
Other Objectives
1.0 Fair Housing HUD Requirement ,
2.0 Lead-Based Paint HUD Requirement
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City of South San Francisco
One-Year Action Plan
2003-2004
April 2003
Prepared by
Economic and Community Development Department
001.a3
Cit of South San Francisco
One Year Housing, Economic & Community Development Action Plan
2003 -2004
I. Introduction
The 2003-2004 One Year Action Plan describes how the City of South San Francisco will
address the City's housing and non-housing community development needs during the
2003-2004 fiscal year. This year, the City of South San Francisco adopted a Five Year
Consolidated Plan fbr housing and non-housing community development activities for
2003-2008. The Consolidated Plan identifies the community's needs in housing,
neighborhood improvements, social services, and economic development. It also sets
priorities for addressing those needs and describes how the City will use Community
Development Block Grant (CDBG), HOME, and local funds to address those needs. This
document, the One Year Action Plan, is consistent with the priorities established in the
2003-2008 Five Year Consolidated Plan. A table summarizing activities planned for the
year is attached as Appendix A. Tables summarizing the 2003-2008 Consolidated
Housing, Economic and Community Development Plan is attached in Appendix B.
The majority of programs described in the One Year Action Plan are available to
residents citywide. Occasionally, certain projects are specifically targeted towards the
Downtown/Old Town area (CDBG target area) where low-income and minority groups
are concentrated.
II. Financial Resources
Funding to carry out the activities described in the One Year Action Plan comes from
several sources including the federally funded CDBG and HOME programs. The City
will also use local Redevelopment Agency public funds and other private resources to
carry out the Plan's activities.
The federal government provides CDBG funds to cities directly via annual grants. Cities
can utilize these funds to revitalize low-income neighborhoods, expand affordable
housing, create economic opportunities for low-income people, and improve community
facilities. During the 2003-2004 fiscal year the City of South San Francisco will receive
a CDBG grant of $747,000. Additionally, the City has received $92,854 in program
income from rehabilitation loan repayments.
The federal government provides HOME funds to cities and counties to improve and
increase the supply of affordable housing for low-income people. To access HOME
funds, the City of South San Francisco is part of the San Mateo County HOME
Consortium. The HOME program requires jurisdictions using HOME funds to leverage
these funds with local resources. The City will use Redevelopment Agency funds to
meet the HOME match requirement.
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For 2003-2004, the County will provide South San Francisco with $22,500 in HOME
administration funds, which will be used for fair housing activities.
Non-federal public resources available to the City primarily come from the City's
Redevelopment Agency (RDA). RDA funds are generated through incremental property
taxes in the City's redevelopment areas. The City must use 20 percent of the tax
increment on housing activities that benefit persons at or below 120 percent of the
median income. Other local governmental funds the City will use include Public Purpose
bonds and State tax credits.
Nonprofit agencies and private investors xvill participate in many of the activities
described in the One Year Action plan. In many cases their participation will leverage
both federal and local public funds used to carry out these activities. Private leveraging is
discussed further in this plan where appropriate.
IH. Housing Activities
A. Priority: Increase, maintain and improve the supply of affordable housing for
low- and moderate-income individuals and families.
The San Mateo County Consortium has determined that creating new aftbrdable rental
units is a high priority in San Mateo County. The Association of Bay Area Governments
(ABAG) estimates that new housing construction will not be aflbrdable to low- and
moderate-income households. To help meet the need for new aflbrdable housing, public
and nonprofit agencies will have to increase their effbrts to make aftbrdable housing
available.
The most suitable location for affordable multi-family housing is generally urban areas
near transportation and services, and in cities' redevelopment areas. In South San
Francisco, the City is focusing affordable housing efforts along the proposed new BART
corridor and on E1 Camino Real.
The high cost of developing housing and the subsidies needed to make new units
affordable to low- and moderate-income families makes the construction of new
affordable units difficult. In addition, there is a limited amount of land suitable for
affordable housing development in South San Francisco. These and other factors
outlined in the San Mateo County and the South San Francisco Consolidated Plan
provide the basic rationale for South San Francisco making housing rehabilitation a
priority.
1. New Housing Construction
a. County Property at Grand and Oak Avenues Tax Credits, RDA
The City is negotiating with the County of San Mateo to construct approximately 45
affordable family apartments on County owned land at Grand and Oak Avenues. The
planning and entitlement process will tentatively begin in 2003, construction in 2004, and
if the collaboration succeeds, the units will be completed in 2005. The units will be
affordable to low- and moderate-income families and funded with Tax Credits and RDA
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Funds. The cost of this development is not known at this time.
b. 440 Commercial Avenue $450,000 Sources TBD
In FY 02-03 the City's redevelopment Agency purchased an empty lot at 440
Commercial Avenue for the purpose of constructing affordable housing. The City is
negotiating an agreement with Peninsula Habitat for Humanity to construct four three-
bedroom units affordable to families earning below 50% AMI. The units would
tentatively be completed in FY 2004-05 and would be sold to four large low-income
families. The Agency will contribute the land and Habitat provides materials and
volunteer labor to construct the units. Habitat also provides Mortgage Financing for the
acquisition by low income families who are also required to volunteer 500 hours of labor
as sweat equity.
c. Inclusionary Housing Development-Below Market Rate (BMR) Units Private Funds
Under the City's 20% Inclusionary Housing Ordinance various developers will making
new affordable units in market rate projects they develop available to residents at or
below 80% of the area median income and residents at or below 120% of the area median
income (AMI). Projects will be either rental or ownership units depending on the type of
project under development. No public funds will be used to develop BMR units because
the private developers pay for the entire development.
The following projects are at a various stages of planning and development and xvill be
completed as early as 03-04 and as late as 08-09:
· Oak Farms - 5 units aflbrdable to people at or below 120% AMI
· 90 Oak Avenue - 1 unit aflbrdable to people at or below 80% AMI and 2
affordable to people at or below 120% AMI
· Fairfield Residential Project - 29 units affordable to people at or below 80% AMI
and 43 affordable to people at or below 120% AMI
· Marbella - 28 units affordable to people at or below 80% AMI and 42 affordable
to people at or below 120% AMI
2. Acquisition and Rehabilitation
The City will work with private rental property owners and non-profit organizations to
identify suitable rental properties that can be acquired and/or rehabilitated to provide
housing for low- and very low-income renters. The types of rental properties targeted
will consist of 4 to 12 unit structures and/or residential hotels. The primary funding
sources for rental properties will be HOME, CDBG, and RDA funds. One multi-year
project currently underway is Willow Gardens.
a. Willow Gardens $14,000,000 mixed sources
The City has partnered with Mid-Peninsula Housing Coalition to acquire and rehabilitate
approximately twelve four-plex units (48 units total) in the Willow Gardens
neighborhood. The City plans to convert these units into permanent affordable rental
units that will be owned and managed by Mid-Peninsula. The units will be affordable to
households at or below 50 - 60% of median income. The City and Mid-Peninsula have
acquired seven buildings (28 units) to date and will continue to acquire them as they
become available. The City anticipates purchasing 1-2 four-plex units during 2003-
2004, depending on availability.
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The Willow Gardens neighborhood is located in the El Camino Corridor Redevelopment
Project Area. Acquisition and rehabilitation is funded by HOME, Section 108,
Redevelopment Agency Funds, Public Purpose Bond, Private Activity bonds and Tax
Credits. Total project costs will be $14,000,000.
b. Downtown Affordable Housing Program $500,000 (estimate, mixed sources)
The Downtown Affbrdable Housing Program is designed to provide affordable rental
housing for low- and very-low income residents through the acquisition and rehabilitation
of dilapidated housing stock in or near the downtown. Of special interest are unoccupied
Single Room Occupancy hotels and 4-6 unit apartment buildings. The City conducts
feasibility analysis on a regular basis to determine viability of acquisitions. Should an
opportunity to create af~brdable units present itselt; the City will immediately allocate
funds to the project funded with either RDA, HOME funds or CDBG.
3. Owner-Occupied Rehabilitation
a. City-Sponsored Housing Rehabilitation Loan Program $346,454 CBDG
The Housing Rehabilitation Loan Program assists low- and moderate-income
homeowners with housing repairs. The program is administered by the City's Housing
and Community Development Division and is available in thc Downtown/Old Town area
and citywide. It is e×pectcd that 3-5 low- and moderate-income households will be
assisted with low-interest and/or deferred loans. The maximum loan amount is $35,000.
Of the households assisted, most will be very low-income elderly female heads-of'-
household.
These funds are targeted for administration of the Rehab Program, actual loans, or
acquisition funds as needed, based on opportunity that arise. The City also funds the
Voucher Programs and the House Helpers Program through this CDBG Allocation to the
City-Sponsored Housing Rehabilitation Loan Program:
i. Voucher Program (Sub-program of City Sponsored Rehabilitation Program)
The City administers a housing rehabilitation voucher program that makes grants
available to low-income homeowners in the Downtown/Old Town area and
citywide. The Voucher program is a grant subprogram of the Housing
Rehabilitation Loan Program and is not funded separately. Vouchers are used in
limited situations and for limited amounts of money when the usual loan process is
prohibitively expensive or too time consuming to clear up an emergency situation.
The City will expend approximately $30,000 from the Housing Rehabilitation Loan
Program to fund the voucher program.
There are two different types of Vouchers available:
Emergency Code Violation Vouchers provide homeowners a grant of up
to $2,500 to clear up code violations in their homes. This program will
assist 12 low-income residents in 2003-2004 using approximately
$5,000 to $10,000.
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Debris Box Vouchers help low- and moderate-income residents in the
Downtown/Old Town area and citywide remove accumulated debris and
yard waste from their properties. This program will assist 10 residents
with approximately $5,000 in 2003-2004.
ii.
Minor Home Repair (House Helpers) (Sub-program of City Sponsored Rehabilitation Program)
The Minor Home Repair Program provides home repairs for very low-income
homeowners free of charge. Services include roof and gutter repairs, water heater
replacement, and installation of security devices, smoke alarms and carbon
monoxide detectors. The program is administered by North Peninsula
Neighborhood Services Center whose staff speaks English, Spanish and Tagalog.
The majority of households assisted will be large families with small children and
elderly female heads-of-household. NPNSC expects to assist 50 very low-income
households in the Old Town/Downtown Area and citywide. The City funds the
program with $40,000 in CDBG funds set aside from the Housing Rehabilitation
Loan Program. Funds are further leveraged by NPNSC's low cost repair services.
d. Rebuilding Together Peninsula $8,500 CDBG
Rebuilding Together Peninsula plans to rehabilitate 3 homes and replace 1 roof for low-
income South San Francisco homeowners. Rebuilding Together Peninsula will
accomplish all of the rehabilitation work on one day in April and will use completely
volunteer crews that include skilled labor. By using volunteer labor, Rebuilding Together
Peninsula greatly leverages the CDBG funds they receive. The City will allocate $8,500
of CDBG funds to the program in 2003-2004 to be used exclusively fbr building
materials.
4. First Time Homebuyer Loan Program $191,000 CDBG (02-03)
The City of South San Francisco has created a first-time homcbuyer loan program. The
City's First Time Homebuyer program provides low-interest "silent second loans" in
which the City defers payments for five years. The First Time Homebuyer program gives
priority for loans to City employees. Loans range between $25,000 and $100,000
depending on need and income eligibility. The program is funded by $191,000 in CDBG
and leveraged by $250,000 in RDA funds, in the 2002-2003 fiscal year. The goal for
2003-2004 is to place 5-7 first-time homebuyer loans to residents at or below 80% and
residents at or below 120% of the area median income. First time homebuyers will able to
use the City loans to purchase homes anywhere in the City or newly constructed BMR
units created under the City's BMR ordinance. The program will also offer first time
homebuyer seminars and individual counseling for prospective buyers. If funds are
available, the City may allocate additional CDBG funds to the first-time homebuyer
program in fiscal year 03-04.
B. Priority: Provide service-enriched shelter and transitional housing for homeless
individuals and families.
The City has adopted a continuum of care approach to assist families and individuals
break the cycle of homelessness. The City funds an array of non-profit agencies that
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provide services to families at risk of becoming homeless. By providing support
services, transitional housing, and permanent housing, City-funded non-profit agencies
are able to help residents avoid episodes of homelessness and find permanent housing.
City funds awarded to agencies are leveraged by donations from individuals, foundations
and other government sources.
1. Shelter Network- Crossroads $14,000 RDA
Provides transitional housing and comprehensive support services to homeless families.
On-site services include support groups, job development and other individualized
services to help families secure permanent housing. The shelter will serve 8 very low-
and low-income families and the program is available to people citywide. The City will
allocate $14,000 of RDA funds to the program in 2003-2004.
2. Shelter Network - Maple Street $ l 0,000 RDA
Provides transitional housing and comprehensive support services to homeless
individuals. On-site services include support groups, job development and other
individualized services to help individuals secure permanent housing. The shelter will
serve 10 very low- and low-income individuals citywide. The City will allocate $10,000
of RDA funds to the program in 2003-2004.
3. Samaritan House- Safe Harbor $7,000 RDA
Safe Harbor is a homeless emergency shelter in South San Francisco operated by
Samaritan House. Safe Harbor provides shelter and food tbr up to 90 individuals
countywide a night. In addition Samaritan provides several other services on site
including substance abuse education and counseling, employment and job development
counseling, and health services. All the individuals served at the shelter will be very
low-income. Safe Harbor will serve 75 homeless individuals citywide in 2003-2004.
The City of South San Francisco is allocating $7,000 in RDA funds during 2003-2004.
5. HIP Housing (Human Investment Project) $20,000 RDA
Offers affordable housing services including a home equity conversion program for
seniors, shared housing referrals, life skills workshops for single parents, an a homeless
prevention program. All counseling and housing services are offered in Spanish and
English. HIP will provide referrals to 145-180 very low- and low-income households
citywide. The City will allocate $20,000 of RDA funds to the program in 2003-2004.
Co
Priority: Provide service-enriched housing opportunities for individuals and
families with special needs including, but not limited to, seniors, people with
physical and developmental disabilities, domestic violence survivors, people with
AIDS/HIV, and people in treatment for substance abuse.
Elderly and disabled residents constitute special needs groups in South San Francisco.
Both require special programs and services that will allow them to remain in their homes
in a safe and accessible environment.
The City has funded the Center for Independence of the Disabled for many years and will
continue to provide funding. Services provided by C.I.D. are crucial for the disabled
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community, allowing them to remain in their homes or to move into new housing that is
accessible to them.
The Center for Domestic Violence Prevention provides shelter for domestic violence
survivors and their families that must leave their current housing to escape abusive
situations.
1. Center for Independence of the Disabled-Housing Accessibility Program $15,000 CDBG
Helps eliminate architectural barriers and provides modifications such as grab bars to
make homes safer and more accessible for people with disabilities and/or the elderly.
CID will serve 30 very low- and low-income households, all of who are disabled or frail
elderly. The program is available citywide. The City will allocate $15,000 of CDBG
funds to the program in 2003-2004.
2. Center for Domestic Violence Prevention $5,000 CDBG
Provides shelter for domestic violence survivors and their children as well as food,
clothing, counseling and legal services. Services are provided in English, Spanish, and
Tagalog. The program will serve 7 low-income households citywide. The City will
allocate $5,000 of CDBG funds to the program in 2003-2004.
IV. Non-Housing Community Development Activities
To help create a healthier and safer community, the City of South San Francisco uses the
Community Development Block Grant to fund an array of non-profit agencies that
provide essential social services to working families. Funded services range from
childcare and youth programs to senior services and battered women services. The City
also uses CDBG funds for building improvements that help revitalize the Downtown,
improve facilities that provide services to low-income residents, and make buildings
accessible to people with disabilities.
A. Priority: Provide core public services activities to improve the quality of life for
low-income individuals and families, including those at risk of becoming
homeless and special needs groups.
1. Childcare
a. Child Care Coordinating Council $5,000 CDBG
Provides short-term childcare (up to 90 days) for children who are at risk of abuse,
neglect or exploitation due to a temporary family crisis. CCCC will serve 8 very low- and
low-income children citywide. The City will allocate $5,000 of CDBG funds to the
program in 2003-2004.
b. City-Sponsored Day Care $10,000 CDBG
Operates two preschools, four before- and after-school sites, a summer camp and a
vacation program. Funds will be used to provide fee assistance to families who cannot
afford to pay full fees. The program will serve approximately 15 very Iow- and low-
income children citywide. The City will allocate $10,000 of CDBG funds to the program
in 2003-2004.
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c. Friends to Parents $5,000 CDBG
Friends to Parents provides affordable childcare lbr low-income families with children
ages two weeks to 5.9 years and is the only program serving infants. The Program will
provide a major subsidy for affordable childcare for 42 children from very low- and low-
income households citywide. The City will allocate $5,000 of CDBG funds to the
program in 2003-2004.
d. SSFUSD - Children's Center $3,000 CDBG
Provides childcare 11 hours a day as well as a summer program. Funds will provide one
recreational activity, such as a field trip to the beach or Coyote Point Museum. The
Children's Center serves 163 very low- and low-income children citywide. The City will
allocate $3,000 of CDBG funds to the program in 2003-2004.
2. Senior Services
a. Second Harvest Food Bank $5,500 CDBG
Provides seniors and disabled residents with weekly grocery bags containing at least 12
staple items and consumer and nutrition information. Second Harvest will serve
approximate 260 very low- and low-income senior households and households with a
disabled person citywide. The City will allocate $5,500 of CDBG funds to the program
in 2003-2004.
b. City-Sponsored Adult Day Care $20,000 CDBG
Provides a structured, supervised setting in which frail or chronically impaired seniors
can participate in social, educational and recreational activities as independently as
possible. The program will serve 50 very low- and low-income people citywide. The
City will allocate $20,000 of CDBG funds to the program in 2003-2004.
3. General Social Services
a. North Peninsula Neighborhood Services Center (NPNSC) $25,000 CDBG
Provides social services for those in immediate need. Services include provision of food,
clothing, shelter, transportation, assistance with rental security deposits, payment of
PG&E bills to avoid service interruptions, and crisis intervention. NPNSC will serve 915
very low- and low-income households citywide but predominantly from the
Downtown/Old Town area. The City will allocate $25,000 of CDBG funds to the
program in 2003-2004.
b. The Tooth Mobile $15,000 CDBG
The Tooth Mobile provides on-site dental services for students and families of the
Families on Track program. Initial screenings show that nearly all students have an
urgent need for follow up work and prevention education. To qualify for the services,
students must be enrolled in the Federal free/reduced school lunch program and not have
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access to services under DentiCal, Healthy Families or private insurance. This ensures
that 100% of the beneficiaries are low- or very-low income. The Tooth Mobile will serve
approximately 280 individuals with $15,000 in CDBG funds during 2003-2004 at the
Parkway School Families On Track Program.
c. Project READ $6,000 CDBG
Offers free individualized tutoring and materials for adults and trains volunteer tutors to
assist in improving literacy. Project READ will serve 40 very low- and low-income
people citywide at the West Orange Avenue Library. The City will allocate $6,000 of
CDBG funds to the program in 2003-2004.
d. Sitike Counseling Center $5,000 RDA
Sitike Counseling Center will provide substance abuse treatment for the Women's and
Children's Program which serves approximately 60 low- and very-low income women
and children citywide. The City will allocate $5000 of RDA funds to the program in
2003-2004.
4. Battered Women's Services
a. Center for Domestic Violence Prevention
(See Housing Priority C)
$5,000 CDBG
c. Rape Trauma Services Center $5,000 CDBG
This is the only agency within San Mateo County to provide intbrmation, resources, and
support to sexual assault survivors and their loved ones. Rape Trauma Services
anticipates serving 340 low-income South San Francisco women and their families
citywide during 2003-2004. The City will allocate $5000 of CDBG funds to the program
in 2003-2004.
5. Disabled Services
a. PARCA - Peninsula Association for Retarded Children and Adults $5,000 CDBG
PARCA provides support, information, referrals, outreach, advocacy, and recreation
opportunities to approximately 5. low-income South San Francisco individuals with
developmental disabilities and their families citywide. The City will allocate $5,000 of
CDBG funds to the program in 2003-2004.
b. ELLIPSE Peninsula Aids Program $4,000 CDBG
Provides professional and volunteer in-home support services to very low-income
residents who are HIV positive to enable them to remain healthy and to live at home as
long as possible. Services include light housekeeping, delivery of groceries,
transportation to medical appointments, and obtaining household items and medical
equipment. ELLIPSE will serve approximately 15 very low- and low-income households
citywide. The City will allocate $4,000 of CDBG funds to the program in 2003-2004.
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6. Youth Services
a. John's Closet $3,000 CDBG
Provides schoolchildren ages 3 -17 with new clothing including jeans, sweats, jackets
and tennis shoes. Many parents of the children served are single mothers. Program will
serve approximately 130 very low- and low-income South San Francisco children
citywide. The City will allocate $3,000 of CDBG funds to the program in 2003-2004.
b. North Peninsula Family Alternatives (NPFA) $9,000 CDBG
Offers a program to improve parenting skills and increase school performance. Low-
income, monolingual Spanish speaking families are the tbcus of this program. NPFA
will serve 51 very low- and low-income households citywide. The City will allocate
$9,000 of CDBG funds to the program in 2003-2004.
B. Priority: Sustain and increase the level of business and economic activity in
areas that serve or have a high percentage of low-income residents.
The City's economic and community development strategy fbr Downtown includes
structural improvements to maximize the use of commercial buildings and facade
improvement assistance for businesses.
1. City-Sponsored Commercial Rehabilitation $175,000 CDBG
The City-Sponsored Commercial Rehabilitation provides financial and technical
assistance to property owners undertaking structural, fagade and business sign
improvements to their buildings. These improvements help owners increase the use of
their commercial buildings, and improve the appearance of the downtown. The program
is available in the Historic Downtown district. The program is funded through CDBG
and is leveraged by owners' funds and RDA funds. During 2003-2004, the City will
assist 5 to 8 business. The program will be funded with $175,000 in CDBG and
$150,000 in RDA funding.
C. Priority: Preserve and improve public facilities that serve a high percentage of
low-income residents.
Disabled access modifications and community facility rehabilitation are undertaken to
improve facilities used by the low- and moderate-income community in South San
Francisco.
1. Families on Track $20,000 CDBG
Families on Track plans to use this funding to acquire and install a modular unit to
expand existing facility at 825 Parkway and house its services, which include counseling,
after school programming, and parenting education. Families on Track will serve
approximately 180 low- and very-low-income households citywide in 2003-2004. This
money has been leveraged because the school district has covered the cost of laying the
foundation for the modular unit. The City will allocate $20,000 of CDBG funds to the
program in 2003-2004 and incorporates $40,000 allocated in 2002-2003
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V. Needs of Public Housing
The South San Francisco Public Housing Authority operates as a separate entity and
submits a Consolidated Plan to HUD separately from the City of South San Francisco.
The South San Francisco PHA manages 80 units of affordable public housing.
Information about the needs and strategy of the South San Francisco PHA can be found
in the South San Francisco PHA 2000-2004 Consolidated Plan.
VI. Anti-Poverty Strategy
The City of South San Francisco has a multit:aceted approach to reducing the number of
families living in poverty. First, City participation in the acquisition, construction or
rehabilitation of affbrdable housing is contingent upon restricting rents to affordable
levels for low-income residents lbr an extended period of time (30 to 40 years). This
helps reduce the number of families living in poverty by decreasing one of their largest
expenses, rent, to a reasonable level. Additionally, the City's housing rehabilitation loan
programs offer low- and moderate-income homeowners the opportunity to bring their
homes up to current building standards by providing low-interest loans, which facilitate
upgrades in a manner that does not burden the family budget.
Second, the City has recently adopted an inclusionary housing ordinance that requires
developers to make twenty percent (20%) of all new housing units in the City affordable
to moderate-income families. All of the inclusionary units must be aftbrdable to families
at or below 80% or at or below 120% of the area median income as stipulated in the
inclusionary ordinance.
Third, eftbrts to improve the historic downtown business district provide property owners
with an opportunity to undertake exterior business improvements, which can include
signs, awnings and exterior painting. These improvements help owners increase the use
of their commercial buildings and improve the appearance of the Historic Downtown
district. In addition to providing assistance for improving commercial facades, the City
actively works with the South San Francisco Chamber of Commerce to meet the needs of
downtown businesses and to promote the area. These activities help create a more
vibrant business community and new jobs for City residents.
Fourth, the City funds several non-profit agencies whose services help low-income
residents. For example, by providing childcare subsidies the City is able to help low-
income adults work or study while their children are at a childcare center. Similarly, by
providing funding to an adult literacy program, the City is able to help residents find
employment they may not have been able to secure before knowing how to read.
Through this multitude of efforts, the City is continually working to help reduce the
number of families living in poverty.
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VII. Lead-Based Paint Abatement Program
The City of South San Francisco is aware of lead paint hazards in its community because
of the age of the existing housing stock, particularly in the historic downtown district.
The San Mateo County Childhood Lead Poisoning Prevention Program has identified the
City as a high-risk area. This designation is based on the City being in the upper 50th
percentile for proportion of families living in poverty as well as the City's proportion of
population under the age of six and proportion of housing stock built before 1950.
The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) promulgated new
regulations on September 15, 1999, establishing requirements fbr notification, evaluation,
and reduction of lead-based paint hazards in federally owned residential property and
housing receiving ['ederal assistance. The purpose of these regulations is to protect
children under the age of six by eliminating or minimizing lead-based paint hazards in
housing. The regulation significantly increases the quantity of testing and home
maintenance, repair, or rehabilitation work that must be perfbrmed in a lead-safe manner.
They also require lead hazard controls based on programs, which vary depending on the
nature of the activity, amount of assistance, and duration of the relationship with the
recipient of federal funding.
HUD's new Lead Safe Housing Regulation took effect on September 15, 2000. The
County of San Mateo and the cities of South San Francisco, San Mateo, Daly City, and
Redwood City worked together to submit a Lead Based Paint Transition Plan to HUD
and to implement the regulations by August 2001. South San Francisco has met this
deadline and is in compliance with the regulations.
To implement the regulations, the City will continue to work with other cities in San
Mateo County and the County of San Mateo to make training classes available to city
staff' and contractors. Besides sharing information on training classes, the cities and
County will to maintain a list of certified contractors and maintenance/rehab workers that
can perform work for all the jurisdictions. The City will also encourage its regular
contractors and their workers to become certified abatement workers/supervisors. Bid
packages will include information about lead-based paint hazards and training available
to contractors. Outreach efforts will also include letters, media publications and other
direct outreach to the City's contractors and other potential contractors.
The City of South San Francisco will also continue to attend lead information meetings
held regularly with the County of San Mateo and other cities on the Peninsula. During
these meetings the cities and County will continue to share information about training
courses, certified lead abatement contractors and workers, as well as plan efforts to
increase the supply of certified workers throughout the County.
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StaffReport
DATE:
TO:
FROM:
SUBJECT:
April 9, 2003
Honorable Mayor and City Council
Assistant City Manager
Request from C/CAG to Support Assembly Bill 1546 and Assembly
Constitutional Amendment 10
RECOMMENDATION
It is recommended that the City Council consider a request from the City/County Association
of Governments of San Mateo County (C/CAG) to send letters of support for Assembly Bill
(AB) 1546 and Assembly Constitutional Amendment (ACA) 10.
BACKGROUND/DIS CUS SION
AB 1546 has been sponsored by C/CAG and will authorize the C/CAG Board to levy an assessment
of up to four dollars on the motor vehicle registration fee to support two types of programs that
address the impacts of automobiles. The first program is to deal with traffic congestion. The fimding
will be used for a wide range of transportation services throughout the County. Some of these
projects could include more shuttle services, implementing intelligent transportation systems, and
enhancements to our transit network. The second program is to address the storm water pollution
that is directly the result of automobiles. The copper residue from brake pads and the condensation
of mercury from vehicle exhaust are major sources of pollution in storm drains and ultimately in the
Bay, the Ocean, and local streams and creeks. Funding from this bill will be available to support
Countywide efforts to manage storm water pollution and also to provide grants to the cities and the
County for its locally managed programs. This bill has the potential to raise almost $3 million
dollars per year for these programs.
ACA 10 will exclude fees and charges for storm water and urban runoff management from the two-
thirds electoral vote requirement under Proposition 218. This exclusion will enable C/CAG to
increase parcel fees in order to pay for the increased unfounded State mandates under the National
Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) Program.
Date: April 9, 2003
To: Honorable Mayor and City Council
Subject: Request from C/CAG to Support Assembly bill 1546 and Assembly Constitutional
Amendment 10
Page 2
CONCLUSION
C/CAG is urging all of the cities in San Mateo County to send letters of support for AB 1546 and
ACA 10 to their state legislators. Letters of support are attached for Council's review.
Representatives from C/CAG will be present this evening to respond to any questions or comments.
Respectfully submitted,
~. l~agel -/z6'a~
Assistant City Mana~..~_r___
City Manager
Attachments:
1. Letter of Support for AB 1546 - 4/9/03
2. Letter of Support for ACA 10 - 4/9/03
3. Congestion Relief Pilot Program
4. AB 1546
Attachment 1
April 9,2003
Honorable Joe Simitian
State Capitol - Room 5119
Sacramento, CA 95814
Re: SUPPORT OF C/CAG SPONSORED ASSEMBLY BILL 1546
Dear Assemblyman Simitian:
The City of South San Francisco supports the C/CAG sponsored Bill AB 1546 that would authorize
C/CAG to assess up to $4 in motor vehicle fees. The purpose of this fee is to establish a pilot program
that would fund congestion management activities to reduce congestion to the benefit of the driving
motorist. It would also provide funding for motor vehicle related programs of the state mandated
(unfounded) Countywide Stormwater Pollution Prevention Program (STOPPP).
The first objective of AB 1546 is to maximize the capacity of the current transportation infrastructure
through transportation system measures. These measures include, but are not limited to ramp metering,
employer and local shuttles, intelligent transportation systems, real time information systems on the
freeway, park and ride lots, and advanced accident removal systems with automatic rerouting of traffic.
The second objective is to address the storm water pollution that flows to San Francisco Bay as a result
of the debris from motor vehicles and its infrastructure. The Stormwater Program is an unfunded State
mandate. Some of the programs it will support include but are not limited to countywide public
education, grants to local jurisdictions, countywide monitoring and studies, and training for city and
county staff to meet permit requirements. This will provide an ongoing source of funding for capital
and operating expenses for the storm water pollution prevention programs that are mandated under the
Clean Water Act, but not funded by the State.
AB 1546 will be financially beneficial to all cities and the County as a whole. Your carrying this Bill is
appreciated and we look forward to working with you to gain passage of this piece of litigation. Please
feel free to contact me at (650) 877-8500 if you have any questions.
Sincerely,
Pedro Gonzalez
Mayor
Attachment 2
April 9, 2003
Honorable Tom Harman
State Capitol - Room 5158
Sacramento, CA 95814
Re: SUPPORT OF ASSEMBLY CONSTITUTIONAL AMMENDMENT 10
Dear Assemblyman Harman:
The City of South San Francisco supports ACA 10, which will exclude fees and charges for stormwater
and urban runoff management from Proposition 218 voting requirements. This Bill will greatly enhance
the ability of local jurisdictions to fund and operate the types of stormwater management programs that
were envisioned in the Clean Water Act.
Given the importance of ACA 10 to our Community, we would also like to offer additional support such
as testifying, talking to other legislators, or any additional action you think would be useful. Please let
us know how we can assist you further. We look forward to working with you on this very important
piece of legislation. Please feel free to contact me at (650) 877-8500 if you have any questions.
Sincerely,
Pedro Gonzalez
Mayor
Assemblyman Leland Yee
Assemblyman Gene Mullin
Assemblyman Joe Simitian
Senator Byron Sher
Senator Jackie Speier
Wes Lujan, Advocation
Assemblyman Simon Salinas, Chair, Local government Committee
Assemblyman John Longville, Chair, Elections, Redistricting and Constitutional Amendments
Committee
Honorable John Longville
State Capitol
Room 3123
Sacramento, CA 95814
Honorable Simon Salinas
State Capitol
Room 2175
Sacramento, CA 95814
HonOrable Joe Simitian
State Capitol
Room 5119
Sacramento, CA 95814
Honorable Gene Mullin
State Capitol
Room 2170
Sacramento, CA 958tz[':?.
Honorable Leland Yee~:, ?
State Capitol
Room 2188
Sacramento, CA 95814
Honorable Jackie Speier
State Capitol
Room 2032
Sacramento, CA 95814
Honorable Byron Sher
State Capitol
Room 2082
Sacramento, CA 95814
Honorable John Longville
State Capitol
Room 3123
Sacramento, CA 95814
Wes Lujan
Advocation
1121 L Street, Suite 610
Sacramento, CA 95814
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Attachment 3
CONGESTION RELIEF PILOT PROGRAM
· To estabhsh a pilot program in San Marco County to fund Congestion
M~.agement Activities to reduce congestion to the benefit of the driving
motorist; and to provide funding for the Federal and State mandated
National Pollutant Discharge System (NPDES) Storm Water Pollution
(STOPP) Program to address the impacts that motor vehicles are creating
on waterways. . This Federal and State program is.an UNFUNDED
MANDATE to local jurisdictions from the Clean Water Act.
The activities funded by the program should be ben. eficial.'to the motor
vehicles paying the fee. The activities may include both the capital and
operating expemes. The activities may include but not be limited to:
a- Intelligent Transportation Systems.
b- Shuttle Systems.
c- Peal Time Information Systems on the freeway.
d- Advanced accident removal systems, and automatic diwrsion of
traffic arOund the accident site.
e- Bicycle and PedesUian facilities.
f- Park and ride lots.
A key source of pollutants in storm draim that ultimately flow to the San
Francisco Bay and other waterways is the result of motor vehicles and
particularly the residue from the braking system of motor vehicles. The
activities funded by this program will sPeCifically address the polluting
impacts that motor vehicles we creating on watenvays. The activities may
include both the capitol and operating expenses. The funds will, be used
for any activity required by the NPDES STOPP Permit.
Authorize the City/County Association of Governments of San Marco
County to assess a fee of up to $4.to be added to the Motor Vehicle Fees
for ~ registered vehicles in San Marco County.
Requires a 2/3 vote of the' City/County AssOciation of Governments of
San Marco County Board to be approved. (Alternate Vote: Members of
the City/County Association of Governments of San Marco County Board
representing a majority of the Cities/County with a majority of the
population.)
The £ee' approved by the CitT/County Association of Governments of San
Marco County is good for four years; A performance report and
independent audit should be provided to the City/County Association of
OovemmenTM of San Mateo County for evaluation. B~sed on these reports
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rmew the fee for another four years.
Prior to the assessment of the fee by the City/County Association of
Governments of San Mateo County, a specific program with performance
measures and budget must be developed and approved by the City/County
Association of Governments of Sam Mateo County Board.
A noticed public heating shall be held for the adoption of the Performance
Measures and approval of the fee assessment. Should be noticed in
newspapers of broad circulation in San Mateo County.
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Attachment 4
ASSEMBLY BILL
No. 1546
Introduced by Assembly Member
,3February 21, 2003
An act to acid Chapter 2.65 (co~.r.~ci-g with Section 65089.11) to
Divifion 1 of'fi~ 7.of tim Gov~ Cod~, and tO add Scion 9250.5
to ~e Vehicle Code, relating to local goYexnm~nt ".
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~e people of the State of California do enact.as follows:
SECTION 1, Chapter 2.65 (commencing with SectiOn
65089.11) ~ added.to Division I of the Gover,,-,ent Code, to read:
~ 2.65. lvlANA~ 01~ TAAFmC CONC~STION AND
S~oa~ WArm~ PoT. umoN IN SAN Mm'ao COUNTY
65089.11. (a) The. City/County A~sociation of Govea'nments
of San lvlateo County, which Bas been formed By the resolutions
of a majority of the city councils and the board of ~upervisor~
,w.jthl. S~n Mateo County, and which represents a majority of the
population in tt~ incorporated area of San Marco County, may
impose a fee of up to four dollars ($4) au motor vehicles xegi~t~red
.within San Marco Comfy, Tim City/County Association of
Govem~nent~ ofS~ Ma~o County may impose the fee only iffhe
board ~fthe association ,_dopts a resoluti0n'providin~ for both fhe
fee and a corresponding program for the management of traffic
congestion and storm waist pollt~/on within San Marco Cotmty as
set forth in Sections 65089.12 and 65089.13..
(b) A. fee imposed pursuant to this section shall become
effective on the 'date specified in fhe resolution adopted by the
board pmmmnt to subdivision (a)..
'(c) The fee ,hall terminate on unless reeuthorized by.thc
Le~nlatme.
65089.12. (a)The feea d~tributed to the City/County
AsSociation of O0VCrnments of Sail Mllt~o Conllty plll'Slla~t ia
Section 9250.16.Ofthe.Vehicl~ Code .hall. bc USed for purposes of
congestion mamagement and siorm water t{olhlliau lareventiau as
specified in its 'adopted 'congestion. m,,,:,gcmcnt program,
purs-,,,t to 'Section 65089, and its approved Natio-,1 Pollutant
Discharge Bllmin,tion System pezRll't issued pursmmt to the
federal Ocan Water Act (33 U.S.C. Sec. 1251 et seq.).
Co) Not more than 5 percent Of the fees distributed to the
City/Cotmty Association of Govcrn,-ents of San Mateo. Cotmty
shall be used by the association .for its artmi,lqrative costs
associated.with lh~ progmn.
6501t9.13. Prior to the imposition of the fcc by the
City/County Association of Governments of San Mateo County,
a specific program with performance measures and a budget shall
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1546 [~lrnltlan)management programs,
From text dated: 02/21'/03
Exisdu~ law provides for th~ imposition by air districts and other local
agencies of fees on the registration ofm°tor vehicles in cert~u areas of the
state that are in addition to basic ye .hicle. registration fee collected by the
Deparm~ent of Motor Vehicles. This bill would authorize the City/County
Association of Governments of San Mateo County to impose an annual fee
of up to $4 on motor'vehicles registered, within San Mateo Conuty for a
program for the management of traffic congestion and storm water
pollution wi~hiu that county. The bill would require a program with
performance meaSures and a budget before the fee may be imposed. The
bill would require the Departmaut of Motor Vehicles to collect the fee and
distribute the proceeds, after deduction of specified administrative, costs, to
the association. The fee would temin~te on an Unsj~ecified date.
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DATE:
TO:
FROM:
SUBJECT:
April 9, 2003
Honorable Mayor and City Council
Jennifer A. Bower, Director of Human Resources
Amendment to Chapter 3.12 of the South San Francisco Municipal Code
RECOMMENDATION
Waive reading and introduce the ordinance, which amends Chapter 3.12 of the South San
Francisco Municipal Code, to implement Council-approved position title additions.
BACKGROUND
The Municipal Code, Chapter 3.12 is updated periodically as positions are renamed, reclassified,
created, and/or deleted from the competitive and non-competitive service. The following changes to
the Municipal Code are recommended.
Change in the Municipal Code:
From:_ ITo I Reason
Code Enforcement Officer ...... Safety Inspector ........................ Title change.
Fire Inspector I ..... , .................. I Safety Inspector I ...................... ] Title change.
Fire Inspector II ..... ii.: .............. / Safety Inspector III ................... / Title change.
Add to the Municipal Code:
Title
Safety Inspector II ...................................................
Reason
Position added to the classified service as a
result of re-organization.
· 'Jennl'fer A. ~3Ower
Dir~¢tbr of Human Resources
Approved By:
City Manager
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ORDINANCE NO.
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING SECTION 3.12.010 OF
THE SOUTH SAN FRANCISCO MUNICIPAL CODE
The City CounCil of the City of South San Francisco does hereby ordain as follows:
SECTION t.
1. SECTION 3.12.010 is hereby amended as follows:
SUBDIVISION (a) (4)
a) Change the position of"Code Enforcement Officer" to "Safety
Inspector."
2. SECTION 3.12.010 (a) (3) (B) is hereby amended as follows:
a) Add the position of"Safety Inspector I."
b) Add the position of"Safety Inspector II."
c) Add the position of"Safety Inspector III."
SECTION 2. SEVERABILITY
In the event any section or portion of this ordinance shall be determined invalid or
unconstitutional~ such section or portion shall be deemed severable and all other sections
or portions hereof shall remain in full force and effect.
SECTION 3. PUBLICATION AND EFFECTIVE DATE
This ordinance shall be published once, with the names of those City
CouncilmemberS voting for or against it, in the San Mateo Times, a newspaper of general
circulation in the City of South San Francisco, as required by law, and shall become
effective thirty (30) days from and after its adoption.
Introduced at a regular meeting of the City Council of the City of South San
Francisco, held the day of ., 2003.
Adopted as an Ordinance of the City of South Francisco at a regular meeting of
the City Council held the __ day of__., 2003 by the following vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSTAIN:
ABSENT:
ATTEST:
City Clerk
As Mayor of the City of South San Francisco, I do hereby approve the foregoing
Ordinance this day of ,2003.
S:\Current Ord'skPosition change ordinance4-9.DOC
Mayor
TABLE S
SINGLE ROOM OCCUPANCY HOTELS
City of South San Francisco
Name Location No. of Rooms
Welte's 254 Grand Avenue 6
Christie's 309 Airport 16
Grand Hotel ( 1 ) 309 Airport 16
Metropolitan Hotel (2) 220 Linden Avenue 68
S&L Hotel 400 Miller Avenue 23
Industrial Hotel 505 Cypress Avenue 45
El Escape Building 204-206 Grand Avenue 8
Merriam Building Corner of Airport and Grand 19
Avenue
SUBTOTAL 210
Units Not on the Rental Market
Giffra Buildings 230 Grand Avenue 40 (units have not been retired for
30 years)
Bertolucci's Restaurant Building 421 Cypress Avenue 9
SUBTOTAL 49
TOTAL 259
(1) Rehabilitated with City redevelopment funds ($900,000) and reopened in 1999. Restricted to very Iow income until 2019.
(2) Renovation was initiated in 1993 and completed in 1999 with fi~nding from redevelopment and HOME funds. The units are
restricted to very low income through 2029.
(3) Source: City of South San Francisco Police Department, Vernazza Wolfe Associates, Inc.
At-Risk Units
The owners of the Skyline View Gardens, a 160-unit project that was funded under the HUD Section 236
program, prepaid the project's HUD loan in July 1996 and opted out of the program. As a result, 78
project-based Section 8 units were lost, and all of the units at the project are now market-rate.
The California Housing Partnership's database lists the Fairway Apartments, a senior project with 74 units
with Section 8 subsidies, expiring July 30, 2000. However, the Section 8 contract has been extended to
July 30, 2005. According to the owner's representative, there are no plans at the present to opt out of the
program.
The estimated cost of continuing to subsidize the 74 assisted units at the Fairway Apartments if the
Section 8 subsidy is lost is $900,000 per year based on the average monthly HUD subsidy payment under
the current Section 8 contract ($75,000).
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The City will monitor the status of projects with expiring affordability covenants and contact owners
concerning their plans to continue or opt out of the programs. As necessary, the City will identify
potential buyers and possible sources of City funding, for example housing set-aside funds, to supplement
primary sources, such as the low income tax credits. The City will refer to HCD's Internet site
(www.hcd.ca.gov) for the listing of individuals and organizations interested in the first-right-of-refusal
program.
One of the City's main housing priorities is to: Increase, maintain and improve the supply of affordable
housing for low- and moderate-income individuals and families. The City prioritizes affordable housing
because of the huge need for affordable housing in our region, and in South San Francisco.
B. Housing Needs Assessment
Citywide & Geographic Distribution of Moderate, Low, & Very Low-Income People~4
Almost half of South San Francisco residents are at 80% of the area median income (AMI) or below.
These income levels are in stark contrast to high housing prices in the region and in South San Francisco.
· 47% of SSF residents are at 80% AMI or below (includes moderate, low, and very low)
28,316 residents
(21% are specifically moderate income)
· 26% of SSF residents are at 50% AMI or below (includes low and very low income)
15,352 residents
(15% are specifically low-income - 12,964)
· 11% of SSF residents are at 30% AMI or below (includes very low income)
6,374 residents
Certain Census tracks have a higher concentration of moderate, low, and very low-income people, while
others have lower.
Census Tract % Pop Moderate % Pop Low % Pop Very
Income and Below Income and Below Low Income
(<__$61,700) (<$38,550) (<__$23,150)
6021 74% 48% 21%
6022 68% 40% 20%
6001 55% 54% 20%
6023 50% 29% 11%
6019 48% 27% 10%
6017 43% 23% 9%
6024 43% 21% 10%
6018 41% 21% 7%
6020 39% 17% 10%
6026 37% 19% 8%
6025 32% 15% 5%
The above average concentrations of moderate, low, and very Iow income people are on San Bruno
Mountain along 10 l, the Old Town/Downtown area, and the Mayfair Neighborhood.
14 Census 2000 Data on Moderate, Low and Very Low Income Family and Non-Family Households
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The block groups with the highest percentage of moderate, low, and very low income people are in the
Old Town/Downtown area:
Census Block % Pop Mod. Inc. and % Pop Low Inc. and % Pop Very Low Inc
Tract Group below below
6022 1 82% 65% 31%
6021 3 85% 59% 28%
For this reason, many CDBG funded activities are focused on the Downtown/Old Town area.
Ability to Pay for Housing by Household Size and Income Category
The following section discusses cmTent inco~ne levels and ability to pay for housing compared with
housing costs. Housing is classified as "affordable" if households do not pay more than 30 percent of
income for payment of rent (including monthly allowance tbr water, gas, and electricity) or monthly
mortgage (including taxes). Table T on the following page shows the 2001 U.S. Department of Housing
and Urban Development (HUD)-defined family income Ii,nits for Iow and moderate Income households
in the San Francisco PMSA (including South San Francisco) by the number of persons in the household.
It also shows maximum affordable monthly rents and maximum affordable purchase prices for homes as
compared to the actual costs of housing in South San Francisco in 2001.
The only low-income resident who would be able to pay rent without paying more than 30% of their
income would be a single person making close to $30,000 a year and renting a single room in a house for
$700.00 per month. For households of t~vo or more, the fair market rent gets increasingly larger than the
household's ability to pay, to the point that the fair market rent to accommodate a family of five is $2,113,
almost twice a Iow-income family of five's ability to pay for rent ($1,148). Moderate income households
up to the size of 4 are better able to pay for rent. But moderate income households of 4 or more fall short
of limiting the cost of housing to 30% of their income. The County estimates that a family of three with
one income-earner would need to make $33.81 per hour just to make ends meet, while only one-third of
people in South San Francisco work in sectors likely to pay this wage.
As the table shows, households of moderate income or below do not even come close to being able to
purchase a house in this area. Please see Table S to see how much more money people in different
professions would have to make to afford a home.
Table S
Multiple of Salary to Afford a Home*
Home Price Income Teacher Police LVN Retail Sales Janitor
Needed to $45,653 Officer $40,628 $23,472 22,834
Purchase $65,6 l 8
$400,000 $131,400 2.8 2.0 3.2 5.6 5.8
* Center for Housing Policy
According to the 2000 Census, the 1999 median income for South San Francisco was $61,764, less than
half of the income necessary to buy a home worth $400,000.
t5 San Mateo County Human services Agency, Office of Housing, Report for Public Hearing for the HUD
Consolidated Plan. Census 2000 Data.
2003-2008 Five Year Consolktated Phm
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TABLE T
ABILITY TO PAY FOR HOUSING - LOW-, AND MODERATE-INCOME HOUSEHOLDS
Cit~ of South San Francisco 2001
Low-Income Households at 50% of 2001 Median Family Income (1)
Unit Studio I 2 3
Bedroom Bedroom Bedroom
4
Bedroom
Number Persons I v 3 4 5
Income Level $29,750 $34,000 $38,250 $42,500 $45,900
Max. monthly gross rent (2) $744 $850 $95 $1,063 $1,148
San Francisco PMSA Fair Market Rent $891 $1,154 $1,459 $2,001 $2,118
2001
$700 $1,217 $1,639 $2,070 $2,113
Average Rent Levels South San Francisco (single
December 2001 bedroom
in house)
Max. purchase price (3) $103,691 $118,504 $133,317 $148,131 $159,98l
Asking prices for Singe Family Homes South $383,613 $472,366 $564,250
San Francisco October 2001
Moderate Income Households at 80% of 2001 Median Family Income (1)
Unit Studio 1 2 3 4
Bedroom Bedroom Bedroom Bedroom
Number Persons 1 2 3 4 5
Income Level $47,600 $54,400 $61,200 $68,000 $73,450
Max. monthly gross rent (2)
$1,190 $1,360 $1,530 $1,700 $1,836
San Francisco PMSA Fair Market Rent $891 $1,154 $1,459 $2,001 $2,118
2001
$700 $1,217 $I ,639 $2,070 $2,113
Average Rent Levels South San Francisco (single
December 2001 bedroom
in house)
Max. purchase price (3) $165,906 $189,607 $213,308 $237,009 $256,004
Asking prices for Singe Family Homes South - $383,613 $472,366 $564,250
San Francisco October 2001
Assumptions and Notes:
(1) Since the San Francisco PMSA is a high-income area, HUD median income categories do not follow the exact percentages. For
example Moderate-Income is capped at 75% of median income, rather than 80%.
(2) 30% of income devoted to maximum monthly rent, including utilities
(3) 33% of income devoted to mortgage payment and taxes, 95% loan !9 8%, 30 year term
Sources: U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD); Vemazza Wolfe Associates, Inc.; South San Francisco General
Plan Housing Element 2002.
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Housing Needs - New Housing Development
For the San Francisco Bay Area, housing needs determinations for different income groups were prepared
by the Association of Bay Area Governments (ABAG). Based on a methodology that weighs a number
of factors (e.g., projected population growth, employment, commute patterns, available sites), ABAG
determined quantifiable needs for housing units in the region according to various income categories.
Table D depicts the South San Francisco's estimated need tbr the 7 ~A year period from 1999 - 2006.
In its final Regional Needs Determination (RHND) figures, ABAG allocated 1,331 housing units to the
City of South San Francisco. The total allocation is broken down into four income categories: very low
(277 units or 20.8 percent of total units), Iow (131 units or 9.8 percent of total units), moderate (360
units or 27.0 percent of total units), and above moderate (563 units or 42.3 percent of total units). In
other words, of the 1,331 units allocated, 57.6 percent must be in the at'tbrdable range (very Iow, Iow,
moderate) and 44.3 percent in the above range.
Between January 1, 1999, and December 31, 2001, South San Francisco approved or built 1,688 new
units. Of the 1,688 permits issued and units constructed between 1999 and 2001, 264 of those units were
considered affordable housing units (i.e., affbrdable to very low, low, and moderate income households).
In an effort to relate this building and permitting activity to the 1999-2006 ABAG need determination
figures, the South San Francisco Economic & Community Development Department assigned each new
unit to one of the four income categories specified in the ABAG needs determination. The results of this
analysis are also shown in Table U. After accounting for approved and constructed housing units between
January 1, 1999, and December 31, 2001, South San Francisco's remaining fair share need is 504 new
units (110 very low, 131 low, and 263 moderate). The City has satisfied its need for above moderate,
having a surplus of 1,021 units above the 563-unit allocation.
TABLE U
City of South San Francisco Housing Needs 2002
% of Units
Income 1999 to 2006
Total Constructed/ Percentage of Balance of Existing
Category ABAG Need
Planned 1999- Need Met Need
Determination
2001 *
Very Low 277 20.8 167 60.3% 110
Low 131 9.8 0 0.0% 131
Moderate 360 27.0 97 26.9% 263
Above 563 42.3 1,584 281.0% 1,021 (surplus)
Moderate
Total 1,331 100% 1,848 -- 504
*Units include both units constructed and those receiving building permits between January 1, 1999 - December 31, 2001.
** For the 4 V2 year period January 1, 2002 to June 30, 2006.
Source: Economic & Community Development Department, November 2001; Association of Bay Area Governments, December 2000.
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Using the ABAG housing need projections for housing units needed that are affordable to very low, low,
and moderate income people - we can estimate a goal of building 154 affordable housing units annually
(56 affordable to very low income, 26 affordable to low income, and 72 affordable to moderate income)
for the period of 2003-2008.
Housing Needs - Cost Burden, Over-Crowding, and Substandard Housing, Renters and
Owners
Cost Burden~°
Many South San Francisco households, and especially renters, elderly renters, and owners likely to have
children at home, face the cost burden of paying more than 30% of their income for housing costs. 43%
of all renters pay more than one-third of their income tbr housing costs. Elderly renters face severe
housing costs on fixed incomes - 63% of South San Francisco renters over the age of 65 pay more than
one-third of their incomes lbr housing costs, up f¥om 55% in 1990.~7 Overall, 30% of homeowners in
South San Francisco face cost burden. Homeowners between 25 and 44 face the most cost burden with
41% of this age group paying more than 30% of their income for housing costs. It is probably not a
coincidence that householders aged 25 to 44, who are most likely to have children under 18 in their
household, face the worst cost-burden among home owners.
Over-Crowding
The U.S. Census defines an overcrowded unit as one with more than one person per room, excluding
bathrooms. 18% (3495) of all South San Francisco housing units (19,691) are overcrowded by this
definition. Overcrowding is more prevalent in renter-occupied units. Overcrowded renter households
make up 11% of all South San Francisco housing units and overcrowded owner households make tip 7%
of all South San Francisco housing units. 11% (1351) of all owner occupied units (12,322) are
overcrowded and 30% (2144) of all renter occupied units (7,369) are overcrowded.
Substandard Housing
According to the 2002 South San Francisco General Plan Housing Element, there are 2,380 housing units
in need of rehabilitation in South San Francisco. 13% of all units in need of rehabilitation in San Mateo
County are in South San Francisco.~s According to the 2000 Census, 67% (13,565) units in South San
Francisco are over 30 years old. Older housing stock may indicate a greater need for rehabilitation and
greater likelihood of substandard housing conditions.
Some substandard housing conditions are less sizeable problems in South San Francisco. Of the total
19,677 South San Francisco households: 92 households do not have telephone service; 195 households
reported not using some form of heating fuel to heat their homes; 99 households reported lacking
complete plumbing facilities; and 141 households reported lacking complete kitchen facilities.19
In a survey of South San Francisco residents with a very small sample size (135) conducted by the
Housing and Community Development Department, the most commonly listed habitability problem was
mold and mildew (31 respondents listed this as a problem with their current housing).2° In a statistically
sound survey of 392 Old Town residents which was conducted by professional consultants, the following
habitability issues were raised: "respondents most frequently indicated the presence of chipped or flaking
paint (9.4%), electrical problems (8.7%) and broken or leaking windows (8.4)%. A small potion
~6 All cost-burden data is from the 2000 Census unless otherwise noted.
~7 2000 Census and South San Francisco General Plan Housing Element 2002
is City/County Association of Governments Census and Housing Data Source Book 2002
~9 2000 Census
20 See Community Needs Survey summary of Resident Respondents in Citizen Comments section
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indicated the presence of a leaking roof (3.1%) or gas smell around the stove or oven (3.8%).''2~ (This
survey did not ask respondents about mold or mildew.) This same survey asked residents to rate the
condition of ho~nes in their neighborhood. 21.8% of Old Town respondents rated the condition of homes
in their neighborhood as "Fair/Poor."
Housing Needs - Small and Large Families and Single People
Non-family households are disproportionately represented among very-low income households in South
San Francisco in all census tracts except for 6021 (Old Town) and 6026 (Westborough).:2 At the same
time, housing costs become increasingly unaffordable for households as the number in the household
increases. As noted in Table F, in the section on ability to pay, the only low-income resident who would
be able to pay rent without paying more than 30% of their income would be a single person making close
to $30,000 a year and renting a single room in a house tbr $700.00 per month. For households of two or
more, the fair market rent gets increasingly larger than the household's ability to pay, to the point that the
fair market rent to accommodate a family of 5 is $2,113, ahnost twice a low-income family of five's
ability to pay for rent ($1,148). Moderate income households up to the size of 4 are better able to pay for
rent. But moderate income households of 4 or more fall short of li~niting the cost of housing to 30% of
their income?
Housing Needs - Elderly
The elderly are a significant special needs group in South San Francisco. 28.4% of all SSF households
include individuals who are 65 and over. 13% (7,632) of South San Francisco residents are over 65, and
almost half have a disability. Countywide, the population of people over 75 has increased 34% since
1990.24
Large portions of South San Francisco seniors are low-income. Of South San Francisco households with
householders 65-74 years old, 42% (1,052 households) are low income or below having an income of less
than $35,000. Of households with householders 75 years old or older, 60% (1,208 households) have an
income below $35,000 and are low income or below. The median income for households with a
householder 65-74 years old is $39,968 - even for only one person in the household, this median income
is below 60% of the area median income for the region. The median income for a household with a
householder over 74 is $29,184, well below 50% of the area median income for a household of one.2s In
1996 there were 954 SSI recipients 65 and older in SSF. SSI is a needs-based program that pays monthly
benefits to persons who are 65 or older,, blind, or have a disability. Seniors who have never worked or
have insufficient work credits to qualify for Social Security disability often receive SSI benefits. In fact,
SSI is the only source of income for a number of Iow-income seniors. With the maximum monthly
benefit currently $712, SSI recipients are likely to have difficulty in finding housing that fits within their
budgets since they could afford to pay only $214 for rent?
There are 4,197 senior householders in SSF. 26% (1071) are renters and 74% (3,125) are owners. Elderly
renters face severe housing costs on fixed incomes - 63% of South San Francisco renters over the age of
65 pay more than one-third of their incomes for housing costs, up from 55% in 1990.
2~ South San Francisco Community Partnership Community Profile Survey. March 1, 2002
2: Census 2000
23 South San Francisco General Plan Housing Element 2002
24 Census 2000
:5 Census 2000
2o South San Francisco General Plan Housing Element 2002
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Although there is affordable housing designated for seniors in South San Francisco, it does not meet the
need for affordable senior housing in the City as demonstrated in Table P.
Table G
Affordable Senior Housing in South San Francisco
Affordable Senior Units
406 (occupied, not available)
675
Total South San Francisco Affordable Senior Units
Estimated Existing Affordable Senior Housing
Needs: Senior Renter Households Paying More than
30% of Income lbr Rent
Housing Needs - People with H1V/AIDS27
In San Mateo County, there have been 1,889 AIDS cases since 1981, and there are currently 712 known
people living with AIDS in the County. San Mateo County Health Department HIV services see 554
clients per year. Latinos are among the fastest-growing populations with HIV, as seen in the hospital and
clinics in San Mateo County.TM
Many of the people living with AIDS in the Cotmty need financial and housing assistance. In one year of
the San Mateo County AIDS services program: 126 clients received Emergency Financial Assistance, the
Food Program served 238 clients, and Residential Services served 184 clients.
Women and African Americans are over-represented among people living with AIDS who are in
economic hardship and need some form of social services from the county. In living AIDS cases, 84%
are male and 16% are female. In the County's primary care services, the ratio is 73% male and 27%
female and in food services, the ratio is 58% male and 42% female. While 64% of cumulative AIDS
cases and 58% of living AIDS cases were among Whites, they only make up 37% of those using the
County's primary care services. African Americans make up 18% of cumulative and 21% of living AIDS
cases compared to their percentage of 34% of the clients in the County primary care program and 50% of
clients in the food program. African Americans make up just 3.5% of the County's population. There is a
vastly disproportionate impact, as shown by the AIDS case rates by race and year of diagnosis, on the
African American community.
San Mateo has only in home hospice services and no residential care facilities. The Mental Health
Association is their housing provider and the residential services are varied--shallow rent subsidies are
one example. The county currently places HIV clients in non-HIV specific housing. Housing is a major
problem in the County and San Mateo County has lost more clients to its housing crisis than to
HIV/AIDS itself because people living with AIDS couldn't find Section 8 Housing. ELLIPSE, one of the
service providers for people living with HIV/AIDS in South San Francisco has also expressed the need
for rental assistance specifically for people living with HIV/AIDS.
Housing Needs - People with Disabilities
According to the 2000 Census, 10,044 people in South San Francisco have a disability. Almost I in 5
South San Francisco residents between 21 and 64 years old have a disability. 43% of the elderly
27 All Information from San Francisco HIV Health Services Planning Council Minutes, May 21, 2001 Unless
otherwise noted
,_~ The Independent Saturday, January 1 l, 2003 "AIDS Rates for Hispanics on the Ride" by Sara Zaske
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population in South San Francisco has a disability. In Table C in the Special Needs Populations Section,
you will find a break down of the kinds of disabilities that South San Francisco residents have.
There are 4,481 people in South San Francisco over the age of 16 with an employment disability, which
may indicate a need for housing affordable to people who are unable to work due to their disability.
There are 4,669 people in South San Francisco over the age of 16 that have a go-outside-the~home
disability, which may indicate a need for assisted housing for those individuals that do not live with
others who can help take care of their needs that require leaving the home.
The South San Francisco 2002 General Plan [lousing Element reports the following information/'rom
service providers on the need of people with disabilities:
The State Independent Living Council's (SILC) 1998 report, Independent Living, provides a perspective
on the housing needs of persons with disabilities. SILC polled the independent living centers across the
state to determine the major factors that hinder people with disabilities from living independently. The
SILC identified housing as a critical issue, as follows:
Housing is a huge problem for most people with disabilities. Not only is there a scarcity of
low-income housing located in each community, there is even less barrier-tree Iow-income
housing. For individuals who are receiving a total gross income of $640 on Supplemental
Security Income (SSI), paying market rate for any type of apartment or house is a virtual
impossibility.
South San Francisco does not have any affordable housing development built specifically for
persons with disabilities, though some units at some ot' the affordable projects have handicap-
accessible units. The Peninsula Association for Retarded Children and Adults (PARCA) provides
housing for l 1 clients and supplements the rent at tbur apartments at Peninsula Pines and a house
in Westborough.
The City provides CDBG funding to the Center for Independence of Disabled to ~nake accessibility
modifications to enable persons with disabilities to stay in their homes or move to new housing.
Additionally, the minor repair programs sponsored by the City provide assistance to persons with
disabilities to undertake home repairs that increase access.
The housing coordinator for the Golden Gate Center is organizing a coalition of agencies such as PARCA
and Life Steps, nonprofit developers, and parents to address the housing needs of developmentally
disabled persons in San Mateo County. The coalition plans to request each city as well as the county to
include units for developmentally disabled in their affordable housing developments and to request the
San Mateo Housing Authority to increase the number of Section 8 vouchers for this group. The City also
provides funding for the Human Investment Project Home Sharing Program.
Housing Needs - Public Housing Residents and Residents on Public Housing and Section 8
Wait-Lists
The South San Francisco Public Housing Authority submits a separate Consolidated Plan to HUD. In
their Consolidated Plan the PHA indicates its efforts to meet the needs of families at or below 30% and
50% AMI and families with a person with a disability.
There are currently 74 families on the PHA waiting list, which has been closed for 2 years. 70% of these
families are below 30% AMI, 14% are between 50 and 30% AMI, and 16% are between 50-80% AMI.
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77% of the families on the waiting list have children, 5% have a member with a disability, and 14% are
elderly. The majority of families on the waiting list (52%) are waiting for a 2-bedroom unit, and 26%
need three-bedroom units.29
Section 8 is administered by San Mateo County and the County cannot provide detailed statistics on
South San Francisco residents on the Section 8 wait-list. The entire Section 8 wait-list for San Mateo
County has 10,129 households on it. Of this number, 523 households are current South San Francisco
residents. On the entire San Mateo County Section 8 wait-list, 3 1% of the households consist of one
person, 27% consist of 2 people, 18% consist of 3 people, 12% consist of 4 people, and 10% consist of 5
or more people.
C. Projected Five Year Housing Needs
Following is a description of the City's estimates of the housing needs for moderate, low- and very low
income residents over the five-year Consolidated Plan period.
New Housing Development: The Association of Bay Area Governments has determined that the City of
South San Francisco will need 277 very low-income housing units, 131 low-income housing units, and
360 housing units for fmnilies between 80 and 120 percent of median incmne.
Overcrowding: Overcrowding will continue to be a housing issue, particularly for renters in lower income
areas. The largest incidence of overcrowded units is occurring in the Downtown. Additional rental housing
unit, particularly for lower income families and persons should be a priority in the next five years.
Substandard Housing: Based on the condition of housing units in the City as a whole, staff does not estimate
that the number of substandard units in the housing stock will increase significantly in the next five years.
However, deferred maintenance and neglect of the existing housing stock can change this situation easily,
particularly in lower income areas. Housing rehabilitation for both renter and owner occupied housing units
should continue to be a priority, especially for very low and low-income households.
D. Summary of Housing Priorities and Objectives
Based on the estimates of housing needs and the market analysis, the City has made it a priority to:
Increase, maintain and improve the supply of affordable housing for Iow- and moderate-income
individuals and families.
This central priority is further divided into a set sub-priorities for housing and specific housing objectives
which are described in Table 2A, Table 2C and in the descriptions below. The basis on which the City set
the priorities and objectives for addressing housing needs is based on the preceding analysis of the city's
housing characteristics, severity of housing problems, and the needs for each category of resident
identified in Table 2A.
Based on the market conditions and needs described earlier in this report the City has prepared Table 2A
which assigns priority need levels to renters by income and family size, as well as to owners, "others,"
and special needs groups. These priorities use the 2000 Census as well as other sources such as ABAG as
the foundation for setting the priority levels. In summary, the City is high priority to small-related renter
households and large related renter households that are below 80 percent (80%) of median income. The
City is also giving high priority to single individual renters earning between zero and thirty percent (0-
29 All information about the PHA comes from the 2000-2004 PHA Plan
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30%) median family income, and to homeowners earning below 80 percent (80%) median income.
Medium priority is going to seniors earning 51 and 80 percent of median income because over the next
five years several inclusionary below market rate units will become available that will be suitable for
seniors at this income level. Medium Priority is also going to senior renters earning between zero and
fifty (0-50%) of median income and single individual renters s earning between 31 and 80 percent of
median income, although no specific goals have been set to build more housing for this specific group of
seniors in the next five years because of the City's recent accomplishments creating a significant number
of very low-income senior units. However, this does not preclude the City from pursuing another low-
income senior rental project should an outstanding opportunity become available. The City is also giving
medium priority to the housing needs of special groups earning zero to eighty percent (0-80%) of median
income.
Obstacles to Meeting Housing Needs
The principal obstacles for meeting the housing needs of low-income residents are market conditions, the
lack of available resources, and regulatory constraints as described in section G- Barriers To Aflbrdable
Housing,
Market conditions and lack of resources, however, are the greatest obstacles to creating affordable
housing. While governmental processing and tees add somewhat to the cost of' housing, market factors
such as the cost of land, construction and financing play a much greater role in determining the mnount
and cost of new housing. The cost of land in South San Francisco is very high, due to its limited supply.
The cost of construction adds substantially to housing prices as well. In 2001 the City esti~nated the
construction cost for multi-family development housing at $240,000 to $275,000 for a typical two-
bedroom unit.
Adding developer overhead and indirect costs, such as project management, design, marketing and taxes,
financing for construction, and profits, and governmental fees result in estimated sales price of over
$400,000. Very few families having low- to moderate-income of $56,550 to $90,500 per year (80 to
120% of the County median) could afford a unit priced at up to $400,000. A low-income household of
three earning $56,600 per year (80% of the County median) in 2003 could afford a unit priced at up to
$214,721 with a five percent down payment. Without substantial subsidies, the private market cannot
build affordable housing for low-income households in South San Francisco.
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PRIORITY
HOUSING NEEDS
(households)
TABLE 2A
Priority Housing Needs Summary Table
Priority Need
Level Unmet
High, Medium, Low Need
Goals
H 5-7 Rchab/New
0-30%
Small Related H 6-8 Rchab/New
31-$0%
H 11-20
51-80°?o Rehab/New
H 12-15
0-30% Rehab/New
Large H 12-15
Related 31-50% Rehab/New
H 15-16
51-80% Rehab/New
Renter M 0
0-30%
Elderly M 0
31-50%
M 2-4 New
51-80%
H 10-20 Rehab
0-30%
All Other L 0
31-50%
L 0
51-80%
H 71-78 Rehab
0-30%
Owner ' H 137- 148 Rehab
31-50% 4 New
H 70-73 Rehab
51-80% 7-24 New
Buyers
Special Needs 0-80% M 150
Total Goals 512-582
Rehab/New
Total 215 Goals 0
Total 215 Renter Goals 0
Total 215 Owner Goals 0
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Rental Housing Objectives
The San Mateo County Consortium has determined that creating new affordable rental units is a high
priority in San Mateo County. However, the high cost of developing new housing and the subsidies
needed to make new units aflbrdable to low- and moderate-income families makes the construction of
new affordable units very difficult. In addition, there is a limited amount of land suitable for aflbrdable
housing development in South San Francisco. For these reasons the City will attempt to meet the housing
needs of low- and very low-income residents by pursuing a strategy that includes the development of new
units, and the acquisition and rehabilitation of affordable units.
1.0. New Housing Construction
Over the next five years the City believes that at a minimum two sources will create new aflbrdable rental
housing stock. These are the development of County owned property at Oak and Grand Avenues, and new
units constructed under the City's BMR program. Objectives 1.1 and 1.2 describe these opportunities in
more detail below. The City will also pursue other opportnnities to create affordable rental housing units
as they become available.
1.1. The City is negotiating with the County of San Mateo to construct approximately 35 to 45
affordable family apartments on County owned land at Grand and Oak Avenues
The planning and entitlement process will tentatively begin in 2003, construction in 2004, and if the
collaboration succeeds, the units will be completed in 2005. The units will be aflbrdable to low- and
moderate-income families and funded with Tax Credits and RDA funds.
1.2 Under the City's 20% Inclusionary Housing Ordinance various developers will making new
affordable rental units available to residents at or below 80% of the area median income and to
residents at or below 120% of the area median income
No public funds will be used to develop BMR units. The City estimates that the following three projects
will create 20 to 50 new units in the next five years:
°90 Oak Avenue - I unit affordable to people at or below 80% MFI and 2 affordable to people at
or below 120% MFI
°Fairfield Residential Project - As many as 29 units affbrdable to people at or below 80% MFI and
43 affordable to people at or below 120% MFI
oMarbella - As many as 28 units affordable to people at or below 80% MF! and 42 affordable to
people at or below 120% MF! (project may be rental or ownership)
2.0. Acquisition and Rehabilitation
The City will work with private rental property owners and non-profit organizations to identify suitable
rental properties that can be acquired and/or rehabilitated to provide housing for low- and very low-
income renters. The types of rental properties targeted will consist of 4 to 12 unit structures and/or
residential hotels. The primary funding sources for rental properties will be HOME, CDBG, and RDA
funds. Two specific objectives, 2.1 and 2.2 are described in more detail below. The City will also pursue
other opportunities to acquire and rehabilitate additional rental housing units as they become available.
2.1. Willow Gardens
The City has partnered with Mid-Peninsula Housing Coalition to acquire and rehabilitate approximately
twelve four-plex units (48 units total) in the Willow Gardens neighborhood over a five to ten year period.
Over the five year Consolidated Plan period, the City estimates it will be able to purchase five buildings
(20 units total). The City plans to convert these units into permanent affbrdable rental units that will be
owned and managed by Mid-Peninsula. The units will be aflbrdable to households at or below 50 - 60%
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of median income. This $14,000,000 project is funded through a variety of sources including HOME,
CDBG, Section 108, and RDA.
2.2. Downtown Affordable Housing Program
The Downtown Affordable Housing Program is designed to provide affordable rental housing for low-
and very-low income residents through the acquisition and rehabilitation of dilapidated housing stock in
or near the downtown. Of special interest are unoccupied Single Room Occupancy hotels and 4-6 unit
apartment buildings. The City conducts feasibility analysis on a regular basis to determine viability of
acquisitions. Should an opportunity to create affordable units present itself, the City will immediately
allocate as much as $500,000 to the project from RDA, HOME fuuds or CDBG funds. During the five
year Consolidated Plan period the City anticipates rehabilitating 10 to 20 units.
Owner Housing Objectives
3.0. New Housing Construction
Over the next five years the City believes that at a minimum two sources will create new affordable
ownership hottsing stock. These are the development of City owned property at 440 Commercial Avenue,
and new units constructed under the City's BMR program. Objectives 1.1 and 1.2 describe these
opportunities in more detail below. The City will also pursue other opportunities to create new aftbrdable
ownership housing as they become available.
3.1 440 Commercial Avenue
In FY 02-03 the City's redevelopment Agency purchased an empty lot at 440 Commercial Avenue for the
purpose of constructing affordable housing. The City is negotiating an agreement with Peninsula Habitat
for Humanity to construct four three-bedroom units affordable to families earning below 50% AMI. The
units would tentatively be completed in FY 2004-05 and would be sold to four large low-income families.
The Agency will contribute the land and Habitat provides materials and volunteer labor to construct the
units. Habitat also provides Mortgage Financing for the acquisition by low-income families who are also
required to volunteer 500 hours of labor as sweat equity. If additional public funding for this project is
required, it will come from RDA or HOME funds.
3.2 Under the City's 20% Inclusionary Housing Ordinance various developers will making new
affordable ownership units available to residents between at or below 80% of the area median
income and to residents at or below 120% of the area median income
No public funds will be used to develop, BMR units. The City estimates that the following two projects
will create 10 to 40 new units in the next five years:
· Oak Farms - 5 units affordable to people at or below 120% AMI
oMarbella - As many as 28 units affordable to people at or below 80% MF1 and 42 affordable to
people at or below 120% MFI (project may be rental or ownership)
4.0. Housing Rehabilitation
The need for housing rehabilitation extends through all low-income categories and exists for both owner
and renter occupants. According to the 2002 South San Francisco General Plan Housing Element, there
are 2,380 housing units in need of rehabilitation in South San Francisco. According to the 2000 Census,
67% (13,565) units in South San Francisco are over 30 years old. Many of the units having housing
problems are concentrated in the City's low-income neighborhoods. Objectives 4. l, 4.2, 4.3, 4.4, and 4.5
below describe specific programs the City has in place to address the housing rehabilitation needs of low-
income homeowners. The City will pursue other rehabilitation programs as needs, resources, and
opportunities arise. Such programs would be funded with either RDA or CDBG funds.
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4.1. City-Sponsored Housing Rehabilitation Loan Program
The Housing Rehabilitation Loan Program assists Iow- and moderate-income homeowners with housing
repairs. The program is administered by the City's Housing and Community Development Division and
is available in the Downtown/Old Town area and citywide. Over the five year Consolidated Plan period,
the City expects to rehabilitate between 15 and 25 homes of Iow- and moderate-income households. Of
the households assisted, most will be very low-income elderly heads-of-household. The program is
funded with CDBG.
4.2. Emergency Code Violation Vouchers
The Emergency Code Violation Vouchers program provides homeowners a grant of up to $2,500 to clear
up code violations in their homes. Over the five year Consolidated Plan period, the program will assist 60
low-income residents. This program is a sub-program of the City's Housing Rehabilitation Loan Program
(Objective 1.1) and is therefore l'unded with CDBG.
4.3. Debris Box Vouchers
The Debris Box Voucher program helps low- and moderate-iucome residents in the Downtown/Old Town
area and citywide remove accumulated debris and yard waste from their properties. Over the five year
Consolidated Plan period the program will assist 50 households. This program is a sub-program of the
City's Housing Rehabilitation Loan Program (Objective I. 1 ) and is theretbre fi~nded with CDBG.
4.4. Minor Home Repair Otouse Helpers)
The Minor Home Repair Program provides home repairs for very low-income homeowners free of
charge. The program is administered by North Peninsula Neighborhood Services Center. The majority of
households assisted will be large families with small children and elderly female heads-of-household.
Over the five-year Consolidated Plan period, NPNSC expects to assist 200 very low-income households
in the Old Town/Downtown Area and citywide. This program is a sub-program of the City's Housing
Rehabilitation Loan Program (Objective 1.1) and is therefore funded with CDBG.
4.5. Rebuilding Together Peninsula
Over the five-year Consolidated Plan period Rebuilding Together Peninsula will rehabilitate 3 to 15
homes for low-income South San Francisco homeowners. Rebuilding Together Peninsula will
accomplish all of the rehabilitation work on one day in April and will use volunteer crews that include
skilled labor. By using volunteer labor, Rebuilding Together Peninsula greatly leverages the CDBG
funds the City would use to support this program.
4.5. First Time Homebuyer Program'
The City's First Time Homebuyer program provides low-interest "silent second loans" in which the City
defers payments for five years. The First Time Homebuyer program gives priority for loans to City
employees. Loans range between $25,000 and $100,000 depending on need and income eligibility. Over
the five year Consolidated Plan period, the City expects to place 20-35 first-time homebuyer loans to
residents earning below 80% and residents earning 80 tot20% of the area median income. First time
homebuyers will able to use the City loans to purchase homes anywhere in the City or newly constructed
BMR units created under the City's BMR ordinance. The program will also offer first time homebuyer
seminars and individual counseling for prospective buyers. The program will be funded by RDA and
CDBG funds which will be leveraged by Mortgage Credit Certificates, State first time homebuyer
program funds, and private sector funds.
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E. Needs Of Public Housing And Public Housing Strategy
As stated before, the South San Francisco Public Housing Authority operates as a separate entity from the
City of South San Francisco and submits a Consolidated Plan to HUD separately from the City of South
San Francisco. All information about the South San Francisco PHA can be found in their 2000-2004
Consolidated Plan.
F. Lead-Based Paint Abatement Needs
The City of South San Francisco is aware of lead paint hazards in its community because of the age of the
existing housing stock, particularly in the historic downtown district. The San Mateo County Childhood
Lead Poisoning Prevention Program has identified the City as a high-risk area. This designation is based
on the City being in the upper 50th percentile for proportion of families living in poverty as well as the
City's proportion of population under the age of six and proportion of housing stock built before 1950.
According to the Consumer Product Safety Commission, about two-thirds of the homes built before 1940
and one-half of the homes built frown 1940 to 1960 contain heavily leaded paint. Some homes built after
1960 also contain heavily leaded paint. It may be on any interior or exterior surface, particularly on
woodwork, doors, and windows. In 1978, the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission lowered the
legal maximum lead content in most kinds of paint to 0.06% (a trace amount).3°
The City estimates that at least 5,262 housing structures in South San Francisco contain lead-based paint
hazards. 1,275 South San Francisco housing structures were built before 1940. Using the estimate of the
Consumer Product Safety Commission, the City estimates that two-thirds, 850, of these structures have
lead-based paint hazards. 8,823 South San Francisco housing structures were built between 1940 and
1960, and the City estimates that one-halt; 4412, of these structures have lead-based paint hazards. 6,963
South San Francisco housing structures were built between 1960 and 1980, and the City estimates that
some portion of these structures also have lead-based paint hazards, but it is not possible to estimate a
specific number.
The City estimates that at least 201 South San Francisco households who were below the poverty level in
1999 live in structures with lead-based paint hazards. 42 households that were below the poverty level in
1999, live in housing structures built before 1940, thus the City estimates that 28 of these households
possibly face lead-based paint hazards., 346 households below the poverty level in 1999 lived in
structures built between 1940 and 1960, thus the City estimates that 173 of these households possibly face
lead-based paint hazards. 451 households below the poverty level in 1999 lived in structures built
between 1960 and 1980, thus the City estimates that some portion of these households face lead-based
paint hazards, but is unable to estimate an exact number. Data is not available on how many extremely
low income, low-income, and moderate-income households may live in housing structures with lead-
based paint hazards.
The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) promulgated new regulations on
September 15, 1999 establishing requirements for notification, evaluation, and reduction of lead-based
paint hazards in federally owned residential property and housing receiving federal assistance. The
purpose of these regulations is to protect children under the age of six by eliminating or minimizing lead-
based paint hazards in housing. The regulation significantly increases the quantity of testing and home
maintenance, repair, or rehabilitation work that must be performed in a lead-safe manner. They also
30 Consumer Product Safety Commission, "What You Should Know About Lead Based Paint in Your Home: Safety
Alert" CPSC Document #5054
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require lead hazard controls based on programs, which vary depending on the nature of the activity,
amount of assistance, and duration of the relationship with the recipient of federal funding.
HUD's new Lead Safe Housing Regulation took effect on September 15, 2000. The County of San
Mateo and the cities of South San Francisco, San Mateo, Daly City, and Redwood City worked together
to submit a Lead Based Paint Transition Plan to HUD and to implement the regulations by August 2001.
South San Francisco has met this deadline and is in compliance with the regulations.
To implement the regulations, the City will continue to work with other cities in San Mateo County and
the County of San Mateo to make training classes available to city staff and contractors. Besides sharing
information on training classes, the cities and County will to maintain a list of certified contractors and
maintenance/rehab workers that can perform work for all the jurisdictions. The City will also encourage
its regular contractors and their workers to become certified abatement ~vorkers/supervisors. Bid packages
will include information about lead-based paint hazards and training available to contractors. Outreach
efforts will also include letters, media publications and other direct outreach to the City's contractors and
other potential contractors.
The City of South San Francisco will also continue to attend lead information meetings held regnlarly
with the County of San Mateo and other cities on the Peninsula. During these meetings the cities and
County will continue to share information about training courses, certified lead abatement contractors and
workers, as well as plan efforts to increase the supply of certified workers throughout the County.
G. Barriers To Affordable Housing3~
Governmental Constraints To Residential Development
It is in the public interest for the government to regulate development to protect the general welfare of the
community. At the same time, government regulations can potentially constrain the supply of housing
available in a community if the regulations limit the opportunities to develop housing, impose
requirements that unnecessarily increase the cost to develop housing, or make the development process so
arduous as to discourage housing developers. State law requires housing elements to contain an analysis
of the governmental constraints on housing maintenance, improvement, and development (Government
Code, Section 65583(a)(4)).
General Plan Land Use Controls
The City of South San Francisco's principal land use policy document is the General Plan. The City,
which updated the General Plan in October 1999, contains eight elements including: Land Use; Planning
Sub-Areas; Transportation; Parks, Public Facilities, and Services; Economic Development; Open Spaces
and Conservation; Health and Safety; and Noise. Within the Land Use and the Planning Sub Areas
Elements of the General Plan, there are six residential land use designations that allow for a range of
densities and one commercial designation that allow for higher residential densities, transit- oriented
development near transit centers, and residential units above ground floor commercial uses:
Low Densi _ty Residential: Single-family residential development with densities up to 8.0 units per
net acre. This classification is mainly intended for detached single-family dwellings, but attached
single-family units are also permitted.
31 South San Francisco 2002 General Plan Housing Element - The State requires a similar assessment to that
required by HUD. This assessment is included in this section.
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Medium Density Residential: Housing at densities from 8.1 to 18.0 units per net acre. Dwelling
types may include attached or detached single-family housing, duplexes, triplexes, four-plexes,
and townhouses. Multi-family housing is not permitted.
High Densi_ty Residential: Residential development, with densities ranging from 18.1 to 30.0
units per net acre. This designation would permit the full range of housing types, including
single-family attached development.
Downtown Low Density Residential: Single-family (detached or attached) residential
development with densities ranging from 5.1 to 15.0 units per acre. Multifamity development is
not permitted.
· Downtown Medium Density Residential: Residential development at densities ranging from 15.1
to 25.0 units per net acre. A fidl range of housing types is permitted.
Downtown High Densi _ty Residential: Residential development at densities ranging fi'om 25.1 to
40.0 units per acre for lots equal to or greater than V,_-acre (21,780 square feet) in area. For lots
smaller that ½ acre, maximum density shall be 30.0 units per acre.
Downtown Commercial: This designation provides for a wide range of uses In the comlnercial
core of downtown and allows residential uses on second and tipper floors only. Residential units
are subject to a use permit.
The General Plan Land Use Element outlines City policy pertaining to various land uses within the city.
The Planning Sub-Areas Element describes specific land use policies for each neighborhood, such as
transit-oriented development near the South San Francisco BART Station, the San Bruno BART Station,
and the Caltrain Station. The Element also promotes infill development, intensification, and reuse of
currently underutilized properties. There is enough vacant and underutilized land designated in the
General Plan to meet South San Francisco's fair share of regional housing as determined by ABAG.
Zoning Ordinance
Zoning is one of the most important tools used to implement the policies and programs of the General
Plan. Zoning establishes location and density constraints consistent with the General Plan and guides
residential uses away from incompatible uses and environmental hazards and conflicts.
Zoning can also create opportunities for housing, particularly affordable housing, to be developed with
the use of mechanisms such as density bonuses and inclusionary housing requirements. Thus, zoning is
not inherently a constraint to housing development.
South San Francisco has four residential zoning districts: R-E (Rural Estates), R~ l (Single-Family
Residential), R-2 (Medium Density Residential), and R-3 (Multi-Family Residential). In addition,
residential uses are allowed in the South San Francisco BART Transit Village District, the Downtown
Commercial District, and the City's commercial, industrial, and open space zoning districts, subject to
conditional use permit approval.
Amendments to the Zoning Ordinance since adoption of the General Plan in 1999 include the South San
Francisco BART Transit Village District, the Inclusionary Housing Ordinance, and the Density Bonus
Ordinance.
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However, the South San Francisco Zoning Ordinance will need to be amended to be consistent with the
1999 General Plan and the 2002 Housing Element. Specific Zoning Ordinance provisions that affect
residential uses are discussed below.
On-Site Zoning Requirements and Specifications
The Zoning Ordinance establishes setback requirements for structures in each residential zoning district
(see Table W). In addition, the Zoning Ordinance employs a system of "density designators," whereby
the maxi~num residential density allowed in each zoning district is indicated by an additional one-letter
designation on the City's zoning map. In 1999, the City Council adopted the General Plan, which
establishes higher density indicators than the 1985 Zoning Ordinance. The City Council, after reviewing
the need for new incentives to encourage infill development, adopted higher densities in order promote
new high-density housing and mixed use development in the Downtown area and older residential
neighborhoods with very small lots. Table X shows the General Plan densities for all land use
classifications. Table Y shows the parking requirements for residential uses established in the Zoning
Ordinance.
TABLE W
FRONT, REAR, AND SIDE YARD REGULATIONS
City of South San Francisco
Mini~num Yard Dimensions* (in feet)
Zoning District Front Side Rear
R-I 15 5 20
R-2 25 5 20
R-3 15 5 10-11.5
C-I 15 0-10 0
D-C 0 0 0
*All yard requirements subject to additional conditions and terms stated in Zoning Ordinance text.
Source: City of South San Francisco Zoning Ordinance, Table 20.71.030.
South San Francisco's zoning regulations for setbacks and parking are comparable to those in most other
Peninsula cities, and parking requirements for senior housing and downtown residential uses are lower.
Zoning regulations are not a constraint to housing development in South San Francisco.
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Land Use Designation
TABLE X
STANDARDS FOR DENSITY AND DEVELOPMENT INTENSITY
Cit~ of South San Francisco
Maximum Permitted
Residential Density Maximum Permitted with Incentives and
Units/net acres) FAR Bonuses
Maximum Permitted
with Incentives and
Bonuses
Units/Net FAR (see Table 2.2-2
Acres
Residential tip to 8.0 0.5 10.0
Low Density
Medium Density 8.1-18.0 1.0 22.5
High Density 18.1-30.0 37.5
Downtown 15.0 3.0
Commercial
Downtown
Residential
Low Density 5.1 - 15.0 0.7 15.0
Medium Density 15.1-25.0 1.25 31.3
High Density 25.1-40.0 50.0
Office 1.0 2.5
Commercial
Community 0.5 1.0
Commercial
Business Commercial 1.2 2.0
(hotel)
Coastal Commercial -
Industrial - 0.5 - 1.0
Business and
Technology Park
Mixed Industrial - 0.4 0.6
Including garages for residential development, but excluding parking structures for non-residential development.
20 percent density bonus is available for development within ~A-mile of a fixed guide way transit (Caltrain, BART station, or
City designated ferry terminal).
25 percent bonus is available for projects with affordable housing, housing for elderly residents with specific amenities
designed for residents, or housing that meets community design standards that may be specified in the Zoning Ordinance.
Residential uses may be permitted on second and upper floors only and are subject to a use permit.
Required parking must be structured.
Permitted for research and development uses with low employment intensity, or other uses providing structured parking.
Permitted tbr uses with Iow employment intensity, such as wholesaling, warehousing, and distribution.
Source: South San Francisco General Plan
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TABLE Y
PARKING REQUIREMENTS
City of South San Francisco
Residential Use Type Parking Requirement
One-, two- and three-unit dwellings.
2 spaces (1 enclosed) per unit lbr dwellings with
fewer than five bedrooms and less than 2,500
square feet in size.
3 spaces (2 enclosed) per unit with five or more
bedrooms, or for any dwelling unit with a gross
floor area of 2,500 square feet or greater.
Multi-family projects with lbur or more units.
2 spaces per unit (with at least one space
covered), plus one guest space per every four
units.
Single family and townhouse units in planned 2.25 spaces (2 enclosed) per unit if project has
developments, driveway aprons at least 18 feet long. Otherwise,
4.25 spaces (2 enclosed) per unit.
Group residential uses, residential hotels. I space for each sleeping room.
Senior citizen residential. 0.50 space to 1.25 spaces per unit (to be
determined by Planning Commission).
Family residential uses in Downtown Commercial
District, and building with 4 or fewer units (1
bedrooms units with 800 square feet or less and/or
studio units with 500 square feet or less).
I covered space per unit plus 0.25 uncovered
space per unit for guest parking.
Source: City of South San Francisco Zoning Ordinance, Section 20.74.040.
Density Bonus
In December 2001, the South San Francisco City Council adopted a Residential Density Bonus Ordinance
along with the Inclusionary Housing Ordinance. The City adopted the Density Bonus Ordinance to
provide incentives for developers for the production of housing affordable to lower-income households.
The Density Bonus Ordinance allows a density bonus of up to 25 percent for housing developments that
include affordable units, assuming build out at the maximum density is allowed for that site. Greater
densities may be considered by the City Council on a case-by-case basis; however, projects may be
subject to further environmental review.
Secondary Units
The Zoning Ordinance permits secondary living units in the R-1 (Single-Family Residential), R-2
(Medium Density Residential), R-3 (Multi-Family Residential), and D-C (Downtown Commercial)
zoning districts, subject to use permit approval.
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The Ordinance (Section 20.79.020) allows one residential second unit on any parcel or lot that has one
existing single-family detached dwelling unit. Second units are required to be within or attached to the
existing single-family unit and can be no larger than 640 square feet. Secondary units also are required to
have one off-street parking space and comply with minimum housing code requirements. Since adoption
of the Second Unit Ordinance in 1983, only two applications for a second unit have been approved.
Manufactured Housing
Manufactured housing can provide quality housing at a reasonable price. The recent trend in State
legislation has been to encourage homeowners to place and finance manufactured homes on single-family
lots. As a result, mobile homes as well as factory-built housing may now be taxed as real estate and may
be set on permanent foundations, in common with conventional site-built housing.
California SB 1960 (1981) prohibited local jurisdictions from excluding manufactured ho~nes from all
lots zoned for single-family dwellings; in other words, limiting the location of these homes to mobile
home parks is forbidden. However, SB 1960 does allow the local jurisdiction to designate certain
single-family lots for manufactured homes based on compatibilits' tbr this type of use.
The City of South San Francisco Zoning Ordinance allows manufactured housing in all zoning districts
where residential uses are permitted or conditionally permitted. The regulations state that "a desigu
review approval...shall be required for all manufactured homes on residential lots, provided that the scope
of review shall be limited to roof overhang, roofing material, and siding material. Manufactured homes
on residential lots shall be treated in this title the same as single-family dwellings in all other respects"
(Zoning Ordinance Sections 20.14.040 through 20.34.040).
The City's zoning is thus not a constraint to manufactured housing, although the demand for such units in
South San Francisco seems to be very limited.
Emergency Shelters and Transitional Housin~
The City has made significant efforts in not only accommodating emergency shelters and transitional
housing within the city in terms of land use regulations, but also in financially supporting these uses
The City's Zoning Ordinance allows transitional housing in the Downtown Cmnmercial (DC) district and
emergency shelters in the Industrial District (M-l). Currently (July 2002), the City has 249 SROs in the
Downtown area and supports several non-profit organizations that provide shelter for the homeless (i.e.,
Safe Harbor) and provide services (e.gi, St. Vincent de Paul Society, Human Investment Program (HIP),
and North Peninsula Neighborhood Service Center).
The City's financial contributions include $102,000 for construction of Safe Harbor with $7,000 for
operating funds and $25,000 for the HIP program from Redevelopment Agency. The City also provides
funding to the following: $14,000 to the Shelter Network; $10,000 to Family Crossroads which supports
8 families with children a year; and the Maple Street Shelter which provides transitional housing to 10
individuals annually.
Inclusionary Housing Ordinance
The Inclusionary Housing Ordinance was adopted in December 200l. Since adoption, the City has
continued to process permit applications for high-density residential developments. Residential
developers prefer to provide below market rate units in their projects (e.g., the Marbella project is
providing 25 percent of the total units at below market rate) rather than paying in-lieu fees. If the
developer is unable to finance the project due to the affordability requirement, City staff would facilitate
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an agreement between the developer and the non-profit residential developers, such as Bridge Housing, to
build the market rate and affordable components of the project.
During the Inclusionary Housing review process, both Bridge [lousing and Mid Peninsula Housing,
non-profit housing developers, indicated to the City Council that 100 percent affordable housing projects
could be built in the San Francisco Bay Area. Other private developers, Marbella and Fairfield, support
the inclusionary requirement due to the high housing demand and thus high home sales prices in South
San Francisco. The San Francisco Public Utilities Commission has told the City of South San Francisco
that they have contacted private developers who are willing to build housing with 20 percent affordable
units. Only KB Homes and Phillip Serna from the Home Builders Association opposed any fbrm of
inclusionary housing requirements on private residential developers.
Persons
with Disabilities
· The following describes the City's current (June 2002) regulations and practices
accommodating persons with disabilities:
The City reviews development plans to assure consistency with State handicap and accessibility
laws.
· The City also required ADA accessibility in the following affordable residential projects: 1)
Metropolitan Hotel (67 units) - the SRO rehabilitation project includes wheelchair access; 2)
Greenridge (34 units) - the City and Mid-Peninsula Housing requires wheelchair access to each
unit and handicapped parking near key common areas; and 3) Chestnut Creek Senior Housing
Project (40 units) - the project includes wheelchair access off the emergency elevator,
handicapped parking near entries.
· The City provides CDBG fimds to non-profit organizations to make housil~g units accessible to
the disabled.
· The City's Uniform Building Code, which was adopted in 1998, has not been amended to
accommodate persons with disabilities.
· The City has not officially adopted any universal design elements to its building code; however,
the City has worked with developers to enconrage such elements.
· The City does not have any processes for individuals with disabilities to make requests for
reasonable accommodations with respect to zoning, permit processing, or building laws.
Group Homes/Residential Care Facilities
The Zoning Ordinance identifies two types of group homes: special residential care facility and
residential care facilities for elderly. A special residential care facility is a State authorized, certified, or
licensed family care home, foster home, or group home serving six or fewer mentally disordered or
otherwise handicapped persons or dependent and neglected children, when such home provides care on a
twenty-four-hour a day basis. Residential care facilities for elderly are group housing arrangements,
licensed by the state Department of Social Services, serving seven or more persons, chosen voluntarily by
residents who are over sixty-two years of age and who are provided varying levels of support service or
care, but not skilled nursing.
The permit requirements for group homes are detailed below in Table Z. Special residential care facilities
are allowed by right in all residential districts and conditionally permitted in commercial and industrial
districts, while residential care facilities require a conditional use permit in residential, commercial, and
industrial districts.
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TABLE Z
PERMIT REQUIREMENTS FOR GROUP HOMES
Cit~ of South San Francisco Zoning Ordinance
Zoning District
Group Home Type
RE R- l R-2 R~3 C- 1 D-C M- 1 P- 1
Special residential P P P P CUP CUP NP CUP
care facility
Residential care NP NP CUP* CUP CUP CUP CUP CUP
facilities for elderly
P = Permitted
CUP = Conditional Use Permit
NP = Not Permitted
*A use permit pursuant to Chapter 20.81 shall be required tbr any residential care lhcility fi)r the elderly serving seven to twelve residents.
Residential care facilities for the elderly shall provide a minimmn of four parking spaces, two of which must be in an enclosed garage. The
following minimum standards must be met:
(1) The facility shall not be located within an eight-hundred-lbot radius or' any other licensed residential care facility tbr the elderly.
(2) No signage shall be allowed.
(3) A minimum lot size of six thousand square feet is required.
(4) A minimum of twenty percent of thc lot area shall be devoted to usable open space for the/hcility's residents.
(5) The site shall be conveniently located to access services for the facility's residents such as transit, medical services, shopping and
recreational facilities.
(6) Any new construction shall be designed to maintain the residential character of the surrounding neighborhood
(7) The maximum number of beds per lot size shall be based ou a ratio of one bed per six hundred feet of lot area. Any fractional area of a
lot shall be rounded down.
(8) Bedroom dimensions shall provide a minimum of one hundred ten square feet for single occupancy and one hundred tbrty-tbur square
feet for double occupancy.
Source: City of South San Francisco Zoning Ordinance.
Building Codes
Building and housing codes establish minimum standards and specifications for structural soundness,
safety, and occupancy. The State Housing Law requires cities and counties to adopt minimum housing
standards based on model industry codes. In addition to meeting the requirements of State Housing Law,
local governments enforce other state requirements for fire safety, noise insulation, soils reports,
earthquake protection, energy conservation, and access for the physically handicapped. The enforcement
of building and housing codes for all homes is per the mini~num standards and requirements set forth in
the codes listed in the attached table. Standards for rehabilitation are no more rigorous than those
contained in the California Health and Safety Codes and the Uniform Building Codes.
The 1998 edition of the Uniform Building Code is currently (2002) enforced in South San Francisco. The
City Building Division ensures that new residences, additions, auxiliary buildings, and other structures
meet current construction and safety standards. Building permits are required for any construction work.
Building codes and their enforcement can increase the cost of housing and impact the feasibility of
rehabilitating older properties that must be upgraded to current code standards. In this way, building
codes and their enforcement can act as a constraint on the amount of housing and its affordability.
However, the codes enforced by South San Francisco are similar to the codes enforced by most other
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cities in the region, and are necessary to promote the minimum standards of safety and accessibility to
housing. Thus, the codes are not considered to be an undue constraint on housing investment.
On- and Off-Site Improvement Requirements
The City of South San Francisco requires the installation of certain on-site and off-site improvements to
ensure the safety and livability of its residential neighborhoods. Many of the on-site and off-site
improvements are necessary to mitigate potential impacts from the project on adjacent neighborhoods, as
required by the California Enviromnental Quality Act (CEQA). On-site improvements typically include
streets, curb, gutter, sidewalk, and utilities, and amenities such as landscaping, fencing, streetlights, open
space, and park facilities. Off-site i~nprovements typically include the tbllowing:
· Road improvements, including construction of sections of roadway, medians, bridges, sidewalks,
bicycle lanes, and lighting.
· Drainage improvements, including improvemeut to sections of channel, culverts, swales, and
pond areas. Sewage collection and treatment
· Water systems improvements, including lines and storage tanks
· Public facilities for fire, school, and recreation.
· Geological hazard repair and maintenance where appropriate.
The City works with the residential developer to minimize on-site and off-site improvement costs by
applying for outside funding sources in order to provide incentives for developers to build aflbrdable
units. The fi~nding sources include MTC Transportation for Livable Communities grants, Sate Routes to
Schools, Housing Incentive Program funding, redevelopment funding, and various federal grants.
City Permit Processing and Fees
Permit Process
In 1999, the City of South San Francisco established a "One-Stop Shop" permit processing center. The
Center's objective is to provide the applicant with a clear understanding of what is involved in the
development and building permit application procedure, process applications as quickly as possible, and
supply the Planning Commissioners and the City Council members with complete and accurate
information.
The City also complies with the Permit Streamlining Act and has worked with SAMCEDA (Sam Mateo
County Economic Development Agency) to develop countywide processing standards.
Most planning applications follow a similar process. The following outlines the steps needed for a permit
applicant.
Pre-Application Meeting- When the project applicant has a plan of the existing site conditions
but before the applicant has developed detailed architectural and planning drawings, the applicant
can meet with City staff to discuss what the applicant can expect during the review and approval
process.
· Application Submittal- Applications may be snbmitted at any time but the deadline for each
planning cycle is always the first Friday of each month.
Design Review Board-- Most applications require review by the Design Review Board (DRB).
This is a panel composed of lay and professional community members who provide
recommendations to the Chief Planner and the Planning Commission regarding the project's site
planning, building design, and landscaping.
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· Application Completeness -- After the DRB meeting and a review by Planning staff, a letter may
be sent to the applicant describing new information, or corrections to their plans, that they may
need to submit to the Planning Division in order to complete their application. If they do not
receive this letter within thirty days after their submittal, they may assume that your application is
complete.
· Environmental Determination -- Normally, within the thirty day period after the application is
accepted as complete Planning staff will review the application to determine what category of the
State's environmental regulation (i.e., Calitbrnia Environmental Quality Act (CEQA)) apply to
the project. In some cases additional studies will be required to meet CEQA objectives. A Planner
will contact the applicant if the project requires further study. These studies will be prepared in
the form of either a "Negative Declaration" or an "Environmental hnpact Report."
· Public Notice -- At least ten days before the Planning Commission reviews the project, the City
sends out a notice of a Public Hearing to property owners within a three hundred Ibot radius
surrounding your project site. The notice, which is published in the San Mateo Times and mailed
to the property owners, describes the project and announces the hearing date.
· Planning Comtnission Meeting -- The Planning Commission holds public hearings at the
Municipal Services Building on the first and third Thursday of each month. Items are normally
scheduled for the public hearing six to eight weeks after the application has been accepted as
complete. During the hearing, Planning staff will present their report and reco~nmendation to the
Commission. Applicants and their representatives also have an opportunity to make a
presentation in support of your project.
· Notice of Action -- About a week after the Commission's action, the applicant receives by mail a
written statement of the Commission's action and the conditions of approval.
· Appeal-- Following the Commission's action, there is a fifteen day period during which anyone
may appeal all or any portion of the action to the City Council. During this appeal period, the City
may not take any further actions regarding the project, including issuing building permits.
Both single family and multi-family residential projects must go through a discretionary review process.
As noted above and illustrated in Figures 2 and 3, the City of South San Francisco uses the "One-Stop
Shop Permit Center" model to "fast track" development applications. City Staff incorporates the Design
Review Board meeting and the CEQA process into a compact review period. As noted above, City Staff
provides technical support to help the applicant prepare the application, prepare for the Design Review
Board meeting, and to comply with State mandated requirements under the California Environmental
Quality Act (CEQA). Where appropriate, the City self-finances the General Plan and zoning amendments
to create the conditions that would encourage new residential development.
The following projects benefited from the City's efforts and technical support. In 2001-2002, the City
processed the 280-unit Marbella Housing project (approved in 2002) on a previously undevelopable site
(due to the steep slope). With City technical assistance, the developer was able to provided twenty-five
percent below market rate units. Currently, City staff is assisting an applicant, Fairfield Development, to
construct a 350-unit apartment complex (including twenty percent below market rate units) in the Transit
Village District. The City's technical assistance is designed to fast-track the project through the review
process. City staff provide technical assistance, coordinate meetings and tours, disseminate information,
and prepare the appropriate data for project approval.
In anticipation of high-density development in the Transit Village area, the City rezoned the area from
Commercial to mixed-use high-density residential and commercial. Beyond technical assistance to the
developer, the City prepared the necessary zoning and development standards on the sites in anticipation
of the mixed use project at its own expense. In 2001, the City initiated its own (self financed process)
process to rezone several parcels near the South San Francisco BART station from commercial to
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mixed-use residential with local serving commercial. The nine-month process included 1) hiring a urban
design consultant to prepare development standards and housing prototypes for the sites at taxpayers
expense, 2) preparing the master environmental document for adoption, 3) holding three study sessions
and two community meetings with local officials and neighborhoods, 4) organizing a Planning
Commission/Design Review Board/property owners Stakeholder Committee to review the plans and
alternatives, and 5) adopting a Transit Village Zoning District betbre the applicant was ready to submit an
application.
Following adoption of the Zoning Amend~nent, City staff prepared a Request for Proposals, for the
property owner, to both private and non-profit developers. Prior to the sale of the site from previous
property o~vner, the City met with all the potential applicants to analyze methods to provide below' market
rate and construct a high-quality project on the site. City staff also consulted directly with Mid-Peninsula
Housing (a non-profit housing provider) to determine specific construction costs, parking standards, and
appropriate unit sizes (lbr the targeted families) to make the projects work. If the potential private
developer could not afford the below market rate units, the non-profit providers were willing to build
those units on each site and let the private developer build the market rate units. In both cases, the private
developer chose to build the below market rate units on their own.
Since the City provided the necessary conditions to proceed with the development, the applicant will be
required to provide plans and complete the Environmental Checklist for Planning Commission approval.
According to Figure 4, the City anticipates that the Fairfield Housing project will take approximately 95
days from application submittal to Planning Commission public hearing_.
Design Review
As in most cities in California, the City of South San Francisco's Design Review process is designed to
assist applicants, by providing specific physical design and landscaping comments, while anticipating
community concerns prior to presenting the project to the Planning Commission or City Council.
The Design Review Board reviews design review applications within the existing review period; the
Board does not hinder or extend the application review process. Applicants provide site plans, elevation
drawings and landscaping plans for comment during a noticed public meeting. The Board then makes
recommendations to the Planning Commission and Chief Planner in accordance with the Design Review
Guidelines.
The Planning Commission has design 'review authority for all projects requiring Planning Commission
approval (such as PUD permits, use permits and variances) and all new commercial, office and
multifamily developments. The Commission considers the Design Review Board's recommendations and
can approve, conditionally approve, or disapprove the application. In practice, the Design Review process
has been not used to deny projects or reduce the overall density of the project. The Design Review
process is part of the application process and has not added additional costs, fees, or time on the applicant.
Permit Processing Fees
Project application fees, permit fees, and developer fees add to housing development costs. Several fees
apply to housing developments. These include: 1) fees charged by the planning department for
processing use permits, zoning amendments and variances, tentative subdivision maps, design and
environmental review, and appeals; 2) fees levied by the Building and Public Works Departments for plan
checks and inspections; 3) fees charged for City-provided utility connections such as sewer and water;
and 4) fees for infrastructure improvements, schools, roads and public transit, parks and recreation, police
and fire services, and aflbrdable housing funds. Whereas the first three fee categories have been enforced
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by local governments for many years, the fourth category, often called growth fees, have been instituted
recently to offset the costs of new development.
State law requires that local permit processing fees charged by local governments must not exceed the
estimated actual cost of processing the permits. Table AA lists the tees that the City charges for
processing various land use permits based on the 2001-2002 Master Fee Schedule.
The City has not increased fees for all development applications since the early 1990s. The City charges a
flat fee for development applications and does not use a cost recovery method for any project. In 1997,
the City analyzed its comparative cost of doing business in the General Plan Existing Conditions and
Planning Issues Report.
Permit Processing Times
The time required to process residential project applications depends on the size and scope of the project.
Any delays in processing can ultimately result in added costs to a housing project. While the City of
South San Francisco has a reputation for rapidly processing development applications, some delays can
occur that are outside the control of the city. Delays in processing can occur if environmental review,
pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), requires an EIR to be prepared. At times,
approval from State or other agencies may also be required for certain types of projects. Overall, project
processing is not a constraint on the development of housing in South San Francisco.
Type
Planned Unit Development
TABLE AA
PLANNING FEE SCHEDULE
City of South San Francisco 2001-2002
Amount
$650.00
Use Permit $650.00
Use Permit Modification
$350.00
Minor Use Permit $100.00
Zoning Amendment (Text) $600.00
Specific Plan $2,000.00
Variance $385.00
General Plan Amendments $650.00
Environmental Impact Report (EIR)
Consultant Contract, plus $900.00 or 5% of the
contract amount, whichever is greatest.
Negative Declaration
Consultant Contract, plus $75.00
Tentative Subdivision Map
Final Subdivision Map
Tentative Parcel Map
$500.00 plus $25.00 for each lot or dwelling unit.
$500.00 plus $50.00 for each lot or dwelling unit
$500.00 plus $25.00 per lot or dwelling unit
Final Parcel Map $500.00
Source: City of South San Francisco Master Fee Schedule, 2001-2002
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Non-Governmental/Market Constraints
All resources needed to develop housing in South San Francisco are subject to the laws of supply and
demand, meaning that these resources may not always be available at prices, which make housing
development attractive. Thus, cost factors are the primary non-governmental constraints upon
development of housing in South San Francisco. This is particularly true in the case of housing for low-
and moderate-income households, where basic development cost factors such as the cost of land, required
site improvements, and basic construction, are critical in determining the income a household must have
in order to afford housing.
Land Costs
Land costs in the Bay Area have been increasing siuce World War 11 as a result of inflation, increased
immigration, and decreasing land supply. Clearly, rising land costs have constrained the development of
affordable housing. This cost increase has an adverse effect on the ability of households, particularly low-
and moderate-income households, to pay for housing. Costs associated with the acquisition of land
include the market price of raw land and the cost of holding land throughout the development process.
These costs can range from about 15 percent of the final sales price of new homes to nearly half in very
small develop~nents or in areas where land is scarce. Among the variables affectiug the cost of land are
its location, its amenities, the availability of public services, and the financing arrangements made
between the buyer aud seller. As South San Francisco gets closer to full build-out of its developable land,
land costs will likely increase significantly.
Raw land in South San Francisco has been estimated to be worth approximately $248,000 per acre, or
about $183,000 for a typical improved single-family lot. Smaller infill parcels with services available
would be worth up to 25 percent more depending on their location. In addition to the cost of the raw land,
new housing prices are influenced by the cost of holding land while development permits are processed.
The shorter the period of time that it takes a local government to process applications tbr building, the
lesser the effect inflation will have on the cost of construction and labor. Permit processing times are
discussed earlier in this chapter in the context of governmental constraints on the development of
aftbrdable housing.
Construction Costs
Table AB presents a hypothetical composite of all the associated costs that contribute to the final cost of a
typical single-family home (i.e., 2,000 square-feet, 3-bedroom home on a 4,000 square-foot lot) in South
San Francisco. It should be noted that the totals in Table AA represent a likely scenario and that the
actual development costs will vary with the size, quality, and location of the development.
Cost Item
TABLE AB
TYPICAL SINGLE FAMILY HOME COST COMPONENTS
South San Francisco Janua~ 2002
Amount
Construction Costs $216,000
Construction Loan Interest
$5,000
Land Cost $183,000
Land Financing $7,000
Permits and Fees $20,000
$86,200
Developer Profit and Marketing (20%)
Total Cost $517,200
Source: J. Laurence lVlintier & Associates; Standard Builders, January 2002.
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SUMMARY OF Sr'' ITH SAN FRANCISCO COM' -UNITY SURVEY
Community surveys that ass{ed the following questions were distribm~d in English and Spanish
at a community meeting and through community organizations. 135 surveys were returned.
1. Of the following City activities to improve our community, which is most needed?
Rank the activities from 1 (highest need) to 6 (lowest need) # next to priority indicates average of resident responses
2
2
3
2
2
4
Build more affordable rental apartments.
Buy and/or fix up existing housing and make
them affordable housing.
Provide housing and services for homeless
people and families.
Provide housing for elderly and disabled people.
Provide community services to improve the
quality of life for low-income residents.
FLx up public, commercial, and historic buildings
and facilities (not for housing).
Other: (# in parentheses is # of residents who stated the priority)
Fix streets and sidewalks (4); Space for housing construction (2);
Improve maintenance of all parks (2); More libraries with better
funding (2); Provide affordable residential parking in downtown (1);
Landlords must maintain lots (1); Low-income housing (1); Keep
residential areas free from boats, RV's, buses, and broken cars (1);
Stop people from urinating on main street (1); Childcare centers (1);
Resources for moderate income people (1); Subsidize public transit,
have bike lanes, have outdoor housing - camping (1); Local homeless
people are in urgent need for a place they can go to just lay down and
sleep during the day, especially if they are sick! (1); Educational
center for children and youth (1); More affordable homes to buy (1)
2. Check the box next to the activities that you think the City should be doing to improve our communi~.
~/ # in box indicates the # of residents'who indicated th'at the City shou~l be d~ing the activity listed
85 Affordable Apartments for Families Other: More Shelters, Build more houses and less apartments, Use this money to
52 Affordable Apartments for Sin~!e People [ give people jobs so they can afford market rates, Historic housing preser~ata0n ·
68 More Affordable Homes to Buy Other: In-Law Apartments; More group homes, alternative
63 Loans for Low-Income Homeowners to Keep Homes Habitable housing, camping facilities; Maintain enhancements for
(repair leaking roof, safety or fire hazards) historic housing; Lend assistance to low-income homeowners
55 Loans for First-Time Homebuyers to keep yards free of debris
74 Job Training Services for Homeless People and Families Other: Free bus tickets/passes for homeless people; More
64 Provide Housing for Homeless People and Families transitional housing like Maple St. Shelter; Camping,
60 Substance Abuse Treatment for Homeless People and Families alternative medical treatment, supplements, transit vouchers,
46 Mental Health Care for Homeless People and Families vouchers to Ross and Walgreeus; Provide seE-support
46 Life Skills Trainin§ for Homeless People and Families training; Help for alcoholics
43 Housing Placement for Homeless People and Families
36 Case Management for Homeless Peo..p. le and Families
79 Affordable Housing for Elderly P~ople Other: Group activities, group travel, outdoor activities and
6;} Affordable Housing for DiBbled People housing; More resources for growing senior population; Help
$~ Assisted Living Options for Disabled People for people with diabetes; Housing for HIV+ individuals
49 Fix Housin~ to Make it Accessible for People with Disabilities
80 Job Training Other: Publicize the organizations that
70 Youth Services (tutoring, recreation, counseling) provide free services for the commtluity,
6;) Basic Social Services (food, clothing, emergency assistance, housing referrals) Craft making events for people of all ages,
Provide free books to all of the public using
6;) Child Care library discards, Cultural activities, More
6;) Health Se~wices (dental, physical, mental) help finding work for undocumented people,
60 Crime Prevention Give work to Latino people without
55 Transportation Services discriminating against them
52 Senior Services (food distribution, day care)
52 Domestic Violence/Rape Trauma Services
42 Fair Housing Services (legal advice and help for people who experience housing
discrimination)
42 Disabled Services (independent living counseling, job training)
42 HIV/AIDS Services
;)8 Adult Reading Progxams
;)7 Substance Abuse Treatment
;)3 Lead Hazard Screening
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3. Check the box next to the improvem ~ you think need to be made in our commu~ , ffyou check a box, please write a
very brief description of what kind of improvement you want to see (for example, do you want more of that type of facility, to
the existin~ one, to improve the services at the facility).
d '# in box indicat~es the # of ~esidents who indicated that ihe City should be doing the activity listed
56 Child Care Centers: more needed (6); sliding scale fee for all (2); more in Old Town (1)
5:3 Youth Centers: there aren't any (1), after-school help with studies (2), after-school and weekend programs for all ages (2),
longer hours (1); a homework and recreation center for Old Town (1), we need a youth center on Linden Ave (1)
49 Parks and/or Recreation Facilities: more parks (4), good park and rec services (2), longer hours (1), after school and sa~mmer
rec (1), Orange Park needs improvement (1), skate park (1), clean and plant trees (1)
49 Health Facilities: more free services and medicine (3), improve services (1); more info on health services (1), more clinics (2)
47 Street Improvements: improve existing streets (4), improve poor lighting (2), need to be cleaned (4), clean Linden and Grand
(1), improvements in the old section of town (1)
44 Parking Facilities: more parking (2), more in downtown area (6)
40 Neighborhood Facilities: we need a community center (1)
41 Handicapped Centers: need to be easier to reach (1), emotional support for people with visible and invisible handicaps (1)
40 Flood Drain Improvements: need more and improvements (1), clean drains (2), on Ace Street (1)
:36 Sidewalk Improvements: fix deteriorated sidewalks (4), make them wheelchair accessible (2), needed in Old Town area (1)
36 Trash Disposal Improvements: educate residents to clean up (2); clean up - some houses are really bad (1), more garbage
containers (1), too much trash in the streets (2), businesses need more trash service and it should not be seen from street (2)
:34 Senior Centers: open daily with meals (1)
:34 Improve Appearances of Downtown Businesses: merchants should take more pride in stores (1), more attractive businesses (3)
31 Non-Residential Historic Preservation: do not "remodel" thereby destroying history (1), keep old buildings (1)
28 Water/Sewer Improvements:
Other: Make all buildings including churches, handicap accessible; Extend library hours; House inspections for habitability (2); Take
action against homeowners that do not care for their property; Preserve "old" houses; Put Trader Joe's in strip-mall on Hillside
4. Are there any community needs or activities that are important to you that were not mentioned in this survey?
Housing
· Empty 16-story office building in Gateway complex
would make a great location for affordable housing
· Inspect houses for mold
· Need a clean, well-managed campground with clean
water, flush toilets, on site supervision for homeless
people
· Need churches to get together in groups of 2 or 3 and
provide a shelter in their current space for 5-8 homeless
people like St. Bruno's Catholic church is doing
· Aid seniors with home improvements
Community Services
· Help for low-income people who are sick
· Have more people in public buildings who speak Spanish
· More services for a small fee for people with children
who are not considered low-income. The rich can afford
pre-school and the poor get it for free, but the moderate-
income families can't afford to send their kids.
· More buses with better schedules, including running until
later at night on the weekends
· I would like the senior center to give more days of
English classes. I really like the classes at thc center.
· San Trans could put bus shelters on Grand, Linden,
Airport, and Magnolia because it is very windy.
· Visit seniors to see who is caring for them to prevent
abuse
· Clinics for seniors and help with medicine
· Programs to teach people how to leave poverty
· Create more jobs and services to help you get jobs
Community Improvements
· Remediation for airport noise
· BART station needs more color - the roof or concrete
needs to be painted
· Code enforcement needs to include heritage tree
replacements
· The problem of absentee landlords who fail to provide
ongoing property management and debris pick up
· The parking commission has made parking downtown a
nightmare for residents. ($30/month is robbery since we
have no driveways and garages downtown.)
· Problem of sidewalks being blocked by cars
· Very dirty sidewalk.q. Try to keep up cleaning the storm
drains and teach people to put trash in containers.
· Everyone has 2 or 3 or 4 cars - not enough parking
· Too much parking on a permanent basis on the street.
The street is loaded with parked cars - it is a mess.
· We need to improve congestion because there are too
many new residences and our existing roads have not
been improved
· Need a Skate Park
Police/Traffic
· Need more police patrol in Greenridge Apartments for the
safety of our kids and residents and Willow Gardens
· Traffic control at E1 Camino High School and BART
Station and Edgewood and Evergreen
· More police for the community of South San Francisco
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5. What would you like to see happen in th San Francisco?
Housing
· Affordable housing to buy or rent
· More houses for low-income people
· Build more low-income housing That there would be
housing to buy or rent for low-income people.
· Create a lot of reasonably priced housing so people do not
move out.
· That the price to buy houses would be affordable for lo-
income residents.
· Some way to keep City employees able to buy housing.
My husband works for SSSFUSD. We both grew up here
and want to stay.
· More affordable housing for first-time homebuyers.
· That the cost of housing goes down and that there are
opportunities to buy homes.
· More rental assistance for HIV+ individuals
· The housing is very old and dirty. There should be a law
for landlords that they must repair and clean an apartment
before they rent it out.
· Stop the push by City staff for 25% affordable housing!
· I would like to see less apartments built, there is a lack of
parking due to people with multiple cars.
· Build or remodel only if there is parking and garages with
the development and remodeling.
· Stop developing San Bruno Mountain (3)
Community Services
· More childcare programs
· More health centers
· A commtmity center at Pine and Linden for youth
· Provide some sort of after-school activity to keep kids off
the streets
· An old fashioned skating fink for youths
· To provide more facilities in the community centers
· Bus service to Tanofran on Saturday
· Ferry services at Oyster Point
Jobs
· More well-paying jobs
· If there were more jobs it would be a good change.
· More job openings
· That there would be more work for the Latinos
· Better incomes for park and recreation teachers as well as
K-12 public school teachers
Police/Traffic
· Some improvements on E1 Camino regarding traffic.
Drivers routinely turn leR on red at Costco and
Westborough.
· Less police harassing drivers
· More police vigilance
· Serious crack-down on any gang activity
Downtown/Old Town
· I would like to see businesses spruce up their store fronts
· Downtown merchants should clean their windows and
outside of their stores - it is very dirty downtown.
· I would like to see the downtown in better shape.
· More diverse businesses in downtown
· We would like to see quality businesses in downtown.
There is not much here to attract shopping and strolling -
both which make for a safer, more hospitable town.
· The grocery stores are not very good. Old Town needs a
major grocery store.
· I would like City Council to take a real interest in helping
residents living in the downtown area in regards to
parking and major drug and alcohol problem on Grand
Ave., which spills onto Baden and Miller.
· We need to give more attention to our community - many
people live in garages and there are cars parked in
driveways that have not been moved for years on
California, Pine, and Aspen between Airport and Linden.
Community Improvements
· Good park and recreation services
· The mini-plots of greenery/flowers started by the Parks
Dept. have given a sense of pride.
· Plant trees.
· That the streets get fixed
·Repaving Randolph Ave. would be a start
· Fix sidewalks and trim trees and try to keep what is there
in good shape and not just build and build.
· Remove Salvation Army and relocate it to Old Mission
Road. Put an Albertson's or Lunarios in this location.
Rebuild Sunshine Center with a new super-market.
· That there be a grocery store.
· Build a Wal-Mart
· Cleaner streets and sidewalks and teach young people to
put trash in garbage can and not on sidewalks and storm
drain system.
· Safety
· More security in the schools and the streets
· SSF has the facilities, marinas, parks, and period piece
architectural structures to become a more desirable
peninsula city than many more of its sister cities. The cost
and time would be worth the effort.
· It needs to become more artsy and emerging-industries-
oriented; need all major web programs in shelters and on
public terminals, scanners and printers to upload to the
web to build websites
· A community theater; drama/arts; a cultural center
· We love looking at "S.S.F. Industrial City." Leave our
sign alone.
· Protect "old" establishment
6. Do you have any of the following problems with your housing? (ti of residents who reported the listed problems)
31 Mold and mildew 8 Broken stairs or railings
17 Excess trash and debris outside 7 No heating
17 Plumbing leaks or clogs regularly 6 Gas smell inside
15 Pests - mice, rats, termites, etc. 4 Electricity does not work
13 Roof or walls leak water 3 Exposed electrical wiring
11 Broken windows or doors 2 No hot water
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COMMUNITY AGENCY SURVEY
Surveys that asked the following questions were
distributed to local community organizations. 18
organizations have returned surveys: Center for
Independence of the Disabled, Shelter Network, Childcare
Coordinating Council, International Institute of San Francisco,
La Raze Centro Legal, Second Harvest Food Bank, City of
SSF Adult Day Care, North Pen. Neighborhood Services
Center, North Pen. Family Alternatives, Families on Track,
John's Closet, ELLIPSE, San Mateo Interfaith Hospitality
Network, Parca, Ombudsman Program of San Mateo, Project
Read, SSF High School, Volunteer Center of San Mateo Co.
1. Of the following City activities to improve our community, which is most needed?
Rank the activities from 1 (highest need) to 6 0owest need)
# next to priority indicates average of responses
6
Other:
Increase the supply of affordable rental housing by building new rental units.
Increase the supply of affordable housing through buying and/or fixing up existing housing units.
Provide shelter and transitional housing with services for homeless people and families.
Provide housing opportunities for elderly and disabled people.
Provide public service activities to improve the quality of life for low-income residents and preventive
assistance to families at risk of becoming homeless.
Help fund the rehabilitation of non-housing public, commercial, and historic facilities.
5 - Relocation Ordinance (1 agency) 1 -Provide Literacy Education (1 agency)
2. Rank the need for the following activities in South San Francisco. The City has limited money, so check the box that matches how high of
a priority you think it is to use public money to support the following activities. (Responses were averaged)
H = High Priority M--Medium Priority L=Low Priority N= No Need ? = I don't know
Increase Affordable Housing By Building New Rental H M L N ?
Units
Affordable Rental Housing for ~/
Large Families (5 or more)
Affordable Rental Housing for ~
Small Families (4 or less)
Affordable Rental Housing for ~/
Single People
Other:
Housing for persons w/developmental disabilities (1 agency) ~/
Housing for seniors/persons with disabilities (1 agency) ~/
Increase Affordable Housing Through Buying And/Or H M L N ?
Fixing Up Existing Housing
Loans for First-Time Homebuyers ~/
More Affordable Homes to Buy ~/
Loans for Repairs for Low-Income Homeowners ~/
Loans for Low-Income Homeowners to Fix Emergency ~/
Code Violations (public safety and fire hazards)
Excessive Trash/Debris Removal for Low-Income ~
Homeowners
Other:
Buying & leasing atT. hsg. to large & small families (1 agency) ~
Mold abatement (1 agency) ~/
Provide Housing And Services For Homeless People H M L N ?
And Families
Emergency Shelter for Families (up to 1 month stay) ~
Transitional Hsg for Families (up to 2 yrs w/services) -~
Emergency Shelter for Single People ~
Transitional Housing for Single People ~/
Emergency Shelter for Youth -~
Transitional Housing for Youth ~/
Home Sharing Rental Referrals ~/
Job Training Services -~
Case Management ~/
Substance Abuse Treatmen~ ~/
Mental Health Care -~
Housing Placement -~
Life Skills Training ~/
Other: Literacy education (1 agency) ~/
Homelessness prevention and advocacy (1 agency) ~/
Provide Housing For Elderly And Disabled People H M L N ?
Affordable Rental Housing for the Elderly
Affordable Rental Housing for the Disabled
Assisted Living Options for the Disabled
Housing Modifications for Disabled Access
Other: Support services (1 agency)
Case management (2 agencies)
Check the box that matches how high of a priority you think it is to use public money to support the following activities. (Responses were averaged)
H = High Priority M=Medium Priority L=Low Priority N-- No Need ? = I don't know
Provide Public Service For Low-Income Residents And
Preventive Assistance To Families At Risk Of
Becoming Homeless
Adult Reading Programs
Basic Social Services (food, emerg, asst., housing, referrals)
Child Care Services
Crime Prevention
Disabled Services (independent living counseling, job training)
Domestic Violence/Rape Trauma Services
Job Training
Fair Housing Services (legal advice and help for people
who experience housing discrimination)
Health Services (dental, physical, mental)
H.IV/AIDS Services
Lead Hazard Screening
Senior Services (food distribution, day care)
Substance Abuse Treatment
Transportation Services
Youth Services (tutoring, recreation, counseling)
Other: Adult abuse prevention (1 agency)
Services for special needs groups incl. immigrants (1 agency)
Homelessness prevention and legal advocacy (1 agency)
Rehabilitation Of Public, Commercial, And H MI L N ?
Historic Facilities (Non-Housing)
Senior Centers ~/
Handicapped Centers ~/
Youth Centers ~/
Child Care Centers ~/
Health Facilities ~
Neighborhood Facilities ~
Parks and/or Recreation Facilities ~/
Parking Facilities ~/
Non-Residential Historic Preservation ~/
Improve Appearances of Downtown ~
Businesses
Water/Sewer Improvements ~/
Street Improvements ~/
Sidewalk Improvements ~/
Trash Disposal Improvements ~/
Flood Drain Improvements ~/
Other:
3. Are there priorities or needs related to the topics in this survey that you think are important to your clients that were not mentioned in this survey?
· So many [services] are interrelated - we all collaborate together i.e. I sub-contract · Legal services for immigrar~ts to help them integrate into the community and be
with the foodbank, CCCC, Sitike, HIP, etc. and rely on the core service centers as productive community members.
well. · Economic Development.
· In the development of new affordable rentals an effort should be made to · Storage facility rental assistance for families in transition.
encourage family child care. · Improved capacity to manage staff of agencies that directly serve clients.
4. What does your agency think could improve South San Francisco's housing and community development services and activities?
· More flexibility in spending dollars and in reporting requirements. · Acquire and rehabilitate existing multi-unit properties and convert to long-term
· Reward programs with proven results - i.e. permanent housing or successful
outcomes.
· Make sure opportunities are available/promoted for inter-agency collaborations
and joint delivery of services.
· The county, cities and foundations need to prioritize what the needs are and the
programs that provide services to meet those needs under Basic Human Needs vs.
other programs that may need to be evaluated as a priority (i.e. basic human needs
of food, shelter, housing, childcare).
affordable housing.
· Supporting agencies that provide support for direct service agencies, like the
volunteer center.
· Increase services for HIV+ including rental assistance specifically for HIV+
· More services for those with mental illness is needed.
· More services are needed for domestic violence victims.
· Coordinating House Sharing and encouraging entrepreneurial efforts.
· Relocation Ordinance and more enforcement activity for code violations (mold).
Ill. FIVE YEAR STRATEGIC HOUSING PLAN
HOMELESS & SPECIAL NEEDS POPULATIONS
A. Homeless Individuals and Families
As elsewhere in the nation, homelessness is usually the end result of multiple factors that converge in a
person's life. The combination of loss of employment, inability to find a job because of the need ~br
retraining, and the high housing costs in this county lead to some individuals and families losing their
housing. For others, the loss of housing is due to chronic health problems, physical disabilities, mental
health disabilities, or drug and alcohol addictions along with an inability to access the services and
long-term support needed to address these conditions.
In South San Francisco it is difficult to estimate the number of homeless people due to the lack of
comprehensive data. Therefore the City of South San Francisco relies on a variety of sources to gauge the
number of homelessness people living in South San Francisco. Such intbrmation primarily comes from
homeless counts conducted by the County of San Mateo Office of Homelessness. The homeless count
by the County does not break out homeless by city because it is a regional issue that all cities on the
Peninsula must address together given the resources available.
Therefore, the City of South San Francisco recognizes in its Consolidated Plan that homelessness is best
mitigated by a continuum of care approach conducted in collaboration with the County of San Mateo and
other cities on the Peninsula. Together and with service and housing providers every jurisdiction works
through the San Mateo County Homeless Continuum of Care Collaborative to address homelessness.
Due to the City's participation in this Collaborative, the City is choosing to use the Collaborative's
assessment of the Homelessness Priority Needs in Table lA.
For the entire County of San Mateo a count by the County's Office on Homelessness for the calendar year
2000 indicated that there are at least 4,800 unduplicated homeless people (based on a survey of 16
agencies serving the homeless). Because this count did not capture individuals who did not receive
services or who declined to give their social security numbers, the Shelter Network of San Mateo County
estimates that the number of homeless was closer to 6,000 people) Currently, at least 40-60 families
countywide seek shelter each night that the existing shelters cannot provide? No data currently exists to
document the differences in numbers or needs between the sheltered and unsheltered homeless
population.
South San Francisco Homelessness Data
A second source of homeless data comes from a South San Francisco Quality of Life survey of people
with phone numbers conducted in 2001. None of the residents surveyed reported having to live on the
streets, in a car, or in a shelter at some time in the past two years. Displacement takes a different form in
South San Francisco where 5.8% of surveyed adults said they had to live with a friend or family member
in a space that was not their own in the last year due to a housing emergency. Nearly one-third (31.4%)
of people surveyed stated that they had been without their own living space since moving to South San
Francisco. Of these respondents 86.4% had stayed with family or friends while displaced. Only one
reported staying in a shelter. Three-quarters (74.9%) of all respondents to the survey rated the availability
of local homeless programs and shelters as "fair" or "poor.''3
South san Francisco 2002 General Plan Housing Element
Shelter Network.
South San Francisco Community Partnership Community Profile Survey 2001
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In 2001-2002, 18 South San Francisco families used the emergency and transitional shelter services of
Shelter Network and the Center for Domestic Violence Prevention. Sixty-two (62) homeless individuals
used emergency and transitional shelter services of Shelter Network and Safe Harbor.4 This data can only
share with us the opinions and experiences ora sample of South San Francisco people, and the numbers
of homeless families and individuals who sought shelter and were housed by local service providers and
therefore cannot provide a comprehensive picture of homelessness in South San Francisco.
San Mateo Humans Services Agency Needs Assessment
In June 2001 the San Mateo Humans Services Agency, Office of Housing reported on the results of a
special needs assessment for emergency shelter services. The study, which includes a survey of 49 clients
staying at the Safe Harbor winter shelter, provides additional insights about the homeless population in
San Mateo County. The findings included the following:
· The population staying at the shelter was older than in a 1995 survey of the homeless. Seventy
percent of the survey participants were between the ages of 36 and 5Five Years old, and 10
percent were over 5Five Years old.
· The majority of the homeless population is either recently homeless or chronically homeless,
indicating a need for a variety of services and interventions to break the cycle and prevent further
cultural homelessness. (Forty percent of the survey participants had been homeless for less than
six months, while 27 percent has been homeless for over two years.
· The incidence of homelessness in San Mateo County appears to be steadily increasing over time,
based on one-night homeless counts by the Office of Housing. From February 1998 to March
2002 there was a 26 percent increase.
Survey of Homeless Organizationss
Conversations with organizations operating emergency shelters and transitional housing, and providing
services in the area, reveal the following about the homeless population and services addressing
homelessness in South San Francisco:
St. Vincent de Paul Society, South San Francisco: This agency provides a meal program between 10:00
A.M. and 12:00 noon each day through the "Caf6 St. Vincent" located at 344 Grand Avenue. Staff report
that the number of participants in the meal program has increased dramatically during the fall of 2001.
During the spring and summer of 2001,'the average number of people eating at the dining hall was 50 to
70, and increased to an average of 70 to 100 in October.
A majority of the participants are from South San Francisco. Most are homeless or come from
neighboring Single Room Occupancy Hotels. The dining room serves primarily single adults; families
are referred to North Peninsula Neighborhood Services.
Staff described their clientele as needing support services -- many suffer from mental illness and
substance abuse. Besides the meal service, the St. Vincent de Paul Society provides referrals and can
sometimes cover the cost of alcohol and drug rehabilitation services, and provide bus passes, shoes,
short-term and emergency rent subsidies and other necessities.
2000-2002 South San Francisco CAPER, Safe Harbor (number of individuals served by Safe Harbor only
represents Nov-June)
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St. Vincent de Paul, San Mateo Count~ District Council, San Mateo: This office of St. Vincent de Paul's
operates a motel voucher distribution program. In the calendar year 2001, eleven families comprised of
21 people (twelve adults and nine children) were placed in motels in South San Francisco. The motels
used were the Metropolitan and Grand Hotels.
Safe Harbor, South San Francisco: This 90-bed shelter is known as the "winter shelter" for the County,
and is located near the San Francisco Airport at 295 North Access Road. The shelter is operated by a San
Mateo-based non-profit organization, Samaritan House. The director of the shelter reports that the facility
is full every night. Referrals are obtained from local "core" service agencies throughout the County who
make their requests through the St. Vincent de Paul Society. Sate Harbor shelter staff esti~nate that the
shelter serves 55-75 South San Francisco residents each year.
The shelter serves only adults and is located in a dormitory-like facility with 45 bunk beds. It is open
from 5:30 P.M. until 7:00 A.M., and staff provide a hot breakfast to guests. Bus tickets are provided, and
Samaritan House operates a substance abuse treatment program as well as a variety of other support
groups for homeless clients. Due to increasing and steady demand, Samaritan lqouse also now keeps the
shelter open year-round rather than only during the winter months. The City of South San Francisco
helps support this agency with Redevelopment Agency funding.
The Salvation Army, South San Francisco: The Salvation Army is located at 409 South Spruce Avenue,
and serves a hot breakfast to about 30 people every Saturday morning.
North Peninsula Neighborhood Service Center. South San Francisco: This agency is the designated lead
core service agency for South San Francisco and is one of the agencies providing initial screening and
referral services for homeless people in the City. North Peninsula Neighborhood Services Center
coordinate services in San Mateo County and provide case managelnent for homeless families and
individuals. Frown 1999 through 200l this group served 165 homeless people from South San Francisco
(an average of 55 per year) through its blanket, food, and information and referral services. This agency
is partially supported by the City through CDBG funding.
Human Investment Program (HIP Housing), South San Francisco: This San Mateo-based non-profit
organization has a satellite office in South San Francisco to conduct its Home Sharing program which
provides assistance to low income people seeking permanent affordable housing by matching them with
roommates. From 1999 through 2001, staff interviewed 25 people from South San Francisco who were
homeless and 28 people who were "at-risk" of homelessness. The City of South San Francisco helps
support this agency with Redevelopment Agency funding.
Shelter Network of San Mateo County_, Burlingame: Shelter Network serves South San Francisco
residents primarily at the following two shelters: 1) Family Crossroads in Daly City, a former apartment
house serving 12 families at a time for four month intervals; 2) Maple Street Shelter in Redwood City, a
program for single adults that includes 32 emergency beds available for 60-day stays, and an additional
44 beds reserved to provide transitional housing for six-month periods.
From FY 1998/99 through the FY 2000/01, 24 families from South San Francisco stayed at Family
Crossroads. During that same period, the number of single adults from South San Francisco staying at
Maple Street Shelter steadily increased from ten in FY 1998/99 to 18 in FY 1999/00 to 24 in FY 2000/01
making a total of 52 individuals.
Shelter Network also provides supportive services to homeless people through the "First Step for
Families" and "Bridges" programs. From FY 1998/99 through FY 2000/01 First Step served 13 families
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comprised of 50 children and adults from South San Francisco. Families live at the First Step facility in
San Mateo for up to two months and receive case management, tutoring, childcare, and support for
locating and affording permanent housing.
Three South San Francisco families have been served by "Bridges", which provides up to two years of
transitional housing to homeless families in apartments located throughout the county. During their stay
families receive job training, credit counseling and money management, and other services that ~vill
enable them to increase their incomes.
The City of South San Francisco assists this non-profit organization through Redevelopment Agency
funding.
Clara-Mateo Alliance, Inc., Menlo Park: This private non-profit organization operates a comprehensive
e~nergency shelter and transitional housing program in the Veteran's Hospital. Veterans are given
preference for certain programs, but the facilities are open to all homeless people. Staff report that since
the beginning of FY 2000/01 through the first half of FY 2001/0°_, they have served 17 individuals and
two couples from South San Francisco in the following facilities:
The Family Center: Includes six rooms for families with children.
· Shelter for Adults: Includes 63 beds for adults, and four rooms are reserved fbr couples.
· Transitional Honsing Center: Includes 28 beds for adults. Services are provided by the
Clara-Mateo Alliance to assist residents to obtain employment and find permanent housing.
The Homeless Veterans Emergency Facili _ty, Menlo Park: The Homeless Veterans Emergency Facility, a
private nonprofit organization, operates a shelter with 112 emergency and transitional beds located in a
building adjacent to the Clara-Mateo Alliance facilities mentioned above.
This shelter served over 500 veterans in the year 2001 with a significant number coming from the County
of San Mateo. Staff did not know how many veterans were served from the City of South San Francisco,
but reported that they saw "quite a few". Veterans served by the emergency shelter are waiting for
inpatient treatment through the drug and alcohol abuse, and mental health programs available at the
Veteran's Hospital. Veterans eligible for the transitional beds are being assisted with employment and
training.
Spring Street Shelter, Redwood City: The San Mateo Mental Health Association, a nonprofit
organization runs this 16-bed shelter fo~ single adults diagnosed with a mental illness. Approximately six
persons served by the shelter in the last six months were from North County including the City of South
San Francisco.
The San Mateo Hospitali _ty Network, Burlingame: Twenty-two churches and synagogues in San Mateo
County provide shelter on a rotating basis, as well as services, donations, meals, information and referral,
shower facilities and computer access to approximately 30 homeless families per year. Staff report that
last year the program served three families from South San Francisco. Currently, staff is working on
expanding their program and is contacting congregations in South San Francisco to gain their
participation in the network, which currently includes 800 volunteers.
Single Room Occupancy Hotels
Another source of affordable housing often sought by individuals who cannot afford an apartment or by
local service agencies seeking to place very low-income clients are the single-room occupancy hotels
(SROs) in South San Francisco. Currently (January 2002), there are 192 SRO units in the city.
Generally, these facilities do not include bathrooms or kitchens in the units. (The latter is one reason that
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St. Vincent de Paul staff report they see so many residents from the SROs in their dining room - this
population cannot afford to eat out as well as pay rent).
Two SRO buildings in South San Francisco have received City fl~nding for rehabilitation and are
restricted to occupancy by very Iow-income tenants. They are the Grand and the Metropolitan Hotels,
which are comprised of a total of 82 units. North Peninsula Neighborhood Services Center, a nonprofit
organization supported by the City, is able to place homeless families in these hotels.
Families and Individuals At-Risk Home of Homelessness
Because of housing cost burdens, over crowding, and substandard housing conditions low- and very low-
income individuals and families are at-risk of becoming homeless. It is difficult to estimate the number of
families and individuals facing the risk of becoming homeless, but from contact with nonprofit
organizations the City is aware of people facing this situation. North Peninsula Neighborhood Services
Center reported that in a recent six-month period it provided delinquent rent assistance to 3 8 of 95
families that requested assistance, move in cost assistance to 4 of 12 families requesting assistance, utility
bill payment assistance to 30 families, and housing counseling to 176 families. The agency estimates that
it will continue to request and provide these levels of assistance in the future giving the City a very
limited estimate of the level of need for families and individuals at risk of homelessness.
Homelessness Strategy and Priority Needs
As stated before, both the City's strategy to address homelessness and the priority given to homeless
needs is rooted in continuum of care approach conducted in collaboration with the County of San Mateo
and other cities on the Peninsula. Together and with service and housing providers even' jurisdiction
works through the San Mateo County Homeless Continuum of Care Collaborative to address
homelessness.
The City's central priority for assisting the homeless population is described as follows: Provide service-
enriched shelter and transitional housing for homeless individuals and families.
In addition to identifying homeless needs, quantifying the inventory of shelter space, and quantifying the
unmet homeless needs, Table 1A also assigns a priority level to each type of homeless need. The basis
for determining and assigning the relative priority to each homeless need is the relative supply and
demand for each type of service. Other factors that influence the assignment of priority level is the
urgency of the services provided as well as the resources available. For example, while the unmet need
for job training is greater than it is for transitional housing, higher priority is given to transitional housing
because it necessary to stabilize and individuals housing situation before addressing his or her
employment needs. The Continuum of Care community performed this level of assessment in order to
give assign each need a priority level.
The Continuum of Care is a community plan to organize and deliver housing and services to meet the
specific needs of people who are homeless as they move to stable housing and maximum self-sufficiency.
It includes action steps to end homelessness and prevent a return to homelessness. HUD identifies the
fundamental components of a comprehensive Continuum of Care system to be:
· Outreach, intake, and assessment to (I) identify an individual's or a family's housing needs, and
(2) link them to appropriate housing and/or service resources.
· Emergency shelter and safe, decent alternatives to the streets.
· Transitional housing with supportive services to help people develop the skills necessary for
permanent housing.
· Permanent housing and permanent supportive housing.
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Several obstacles exist the hamper the San Mateo County Continuum of Care Collaborative's efforts to
meet the underserved needs of homeless families and individuals. Key among these is the lack of
available resources. Besides funding, other sources that could hamper the Collaborative's ability to meet
homeless needs are lack a facilities, high cost of land and rents, community opposition to having
homeless service sites situated in many areas, and the high cost of providing permanent housing. The
City of South San Francisco will continue to work with the San Mateo County Continuum of Care
Collaborative to overcome these obstacles and attempt to increase services to the homeless population.
TABLE lA
Homeless Population
Need Inventory Gap Priority
Individuals
Emergency Shelter 250 201 49 M
Beds / Units Transitional Housing 250 116 134 H
Permanent Housing 550 215 335 H
Total 1050 532 518
Job Training 250 108 142 M
Case Management 400 120 280 H
Esthnated Substance Abuse Treatment 500 100 400 H
Supportive Mental Health Care 320 220 100 M
Services Housing Placement 350 100 150 M
Slots Life Skills Training 300 100 200 M
Other 400 200 200 M
Chronic Substance Abusers 500 100 400 H
Seriously Mentally Ill 300 211 89 M
Estimated Dually - Diagnosed 125 75 53 M
Sub- Veterans 350 220 130 M
Populations Persons with HIV/AIDS 30 11 19 L
Victims of Domestic Violence 30 10 20 M
Youth 10 5 5 L
Other 150 105 45 M
Persons in Families with Children
Emergency Shelter 250 110 140
Beds / Units Transitional Housing 350 213 137 H
Permanent Housing 500 75 425 H
Total 1100 398 652
Job Training 160 110 50 L
Case Management 200 120 80 H
Estimated Substance Abuse Treatment 50 30 20 M
Supportive Mental Health Care 75 60 15 M
Services Housing Placement 175 50 125 L
Slots Life Skills Training 200 125 75 M
Other: Transportation 100 50 50 M
Other: Childcare 200 150 50 L
Chronic Substance Abusers 130 25 105 H
Seriously Mentally I11 55 20 35 M
Estimated Dually - Diagnosed 25 5 20 M
Sub- Veterans 25 15 10 L
Populations Persons with HIV/AIDS 15 5 l 0 L
Victims of Domestic Violence 150 25 125 H
Youth N/A N/A N/A Iq
Other: Formerly Incarcerated 100 62 38 M
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B. Special Needs Populations
One of South San Francisco's Housing Priorities is to provide service-enriched housing opportunities for
individuals and families with special needs including seniors, people with physical and developmental
disabilities, domestic violence survivors, people with AIDS/HIV, and people in treatment for substance
abuse. To the extent practical, the City of South San Francisco has attempted to estimate the nulnber of
persons in various subpopulations in order to identify their needs. However, it is challenging to get a
clear assessment of how many people in South San Francisco fall into one of these categories. Below is a
description of the City's best estimate of the special needs population, their needs, and priorities to
address their needs.
Elderly and Frail Elderly
The elderly are a significant special needs group in South San Francisco. More than one quarter (28.4%)
of all SSF households include individuals who are 65 and over. Thirteen percent (13%), or 7,632 of
South San Francisco residents are over 65, and almost half of South San Francisco elderly people have a
disability)
Large portions of South San Francisco seniors are low-income. Of South San Francisco households with
householders 65-74 years old, 42% (1,052 households) are low income or below having an income of less
than $35,000. Of households with householders 75 years old or older, 60% (1,208 households) have an
income belo~v $35,000 and are low income or below. The median income for households with a
householder 65-74 years old is $39,968 - even for only one person in the household, this median income
is below 60% of the area median income for the region. The median inco~ne for a honsehold with a
householder over 74 is $29,184, ~vell below 50% of the area median income for a household of one.v In
1996 there were 954 SSI recipients 65 and older in SSF. SSI is a needs-based program that pays monthly
benefits to persons who are 65 or older, blind, or have a disability. Seniors who have never worked or
have insufficient work credits to qualify for Social Security disability often receive SSI benefits. In tact,
SSI is the only source of income for a number of low-income seniors. With the maximum monthly
benefit currently $712, SSI recipients are likely to have difficulty in finding housing that fits within their
budgets since they could afford to pay only $214 for rent.s
There is a need for unassisted affordable housing for the elderly, assisted affordable housing for the
elderly, and rehabilitation and home modifications that allow elderly homeowners to stay in their homes.
Table P in the Housing Needs section documents the availability and need for affordable senior housing
and does not differentiate between the need for assisted and unassisted senior housing. It is very difficult
to determine what the need is for assisted housing for the elderly. Among the elderly population in South
San Francisco, there are 6,229 disabilities. Of these disabilities, 2,332 are either a self-care disability or a
go-outside-the-home disability. It is likely that some portion of seniors who have these disabilities need
supportive housing services.
Census 2000
Census 2000
South San Francisco General Plan Housing Element 2002
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Disabled (Severe Mental Illness, Developmentally Disabled, Physically Disabled)
According to the 2000 Census, 10,044 people in South San Francisco have a disability. Almost I in 5
South San Francisco residents between 2l and 64 years old have a disability. Table C provides a break
down of the kinds of disabilities that South San Francisco residents have.
We do not currently have data on the numbers of people in South San Francisco who have severe mental
illness and may need supportive housing. There are 1,691 people over the age of 16 in South San
Francisco with developmental (mental) disabilities that may have a need for supportive housing. There
are 3,678 people in South San Francisco over the age of 16 with physical disabilities who may need
supportive housing. There are 4,669 people over the age of 16 with go-outside-the-home disabilities,
which may indicate a need for assisted housing for those individuals that do not live with others who can
help take care of their needs that require leaving the home.
TABLE C
Age by Types of Disability*
Total disabilities tallied:
Total disabilities tallied for people 5 to 1 Five Years:
Sensory disability
Physical disability
Mental disability
Self-care disability
South San Francisco
city, California
17,559
495
27
83
314
71
Total disabilities tallied for people 16 to 64 years: 10,835.
Senso~ disabi!i~ 584
Physical disability 1~ !
Self-care disability 307
___G o_ __ o_u_t_s5 _d_e __h o_ _m e__.d_ ij_a_b i_!.,i.~ _ :. .......................................................................... 2,942
........ E~plo~7 .m. e?.di.sabi_!!~ 4,481
Total disabilities tallied for people 6Five Years and over: ~ 6,229:
Sensory dlsablhty , 1,049!
Mental disability 79 l
Go-outside-home disability 1.727:
-;C~dfis-us 2006 P41-Ag~"i~-~) Types Of Dis/igili¢ For 5fh~-i2ivilian Non-Inst~tuti6rmli~ed Populat'i~n Fi~,e Years And Over With
Disabilities
Universe: Total disabilities tallied for the civilian non-institutionalized population Five Years and over with disabilities.
In addition to the data available in the 2000 Census, the City of South San Francisco Housing Element
reports the following information from service providers on the needs of people with disabilities and the
services that their agencies provide:
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The State Independent Living Council's (SILC) 1998 report, Independent Living, provides a perspective
on the housing needs of persons with disabilities. SILC polled the independent living centers across the
state to determine the major factors that hinder people with disabilities from living independently. The
SILC identified housing as a critical issue, as follows:
Housing is a huge problem for most people with disabilities. Not only is there a scarcity of
low-income housing located in each community, there is even less barrier-free low-income
housing. For individuals who are receiving a total gross income of $640 on Supplemental
Security Income (SSI), paying market rate for any type of apartment or house is a virtual
impossibility.
South San Francisco does not have any affordable housing development built specifically for
persons with disabilities, though some units at some of the affordable projects have handicap-
accessible units. The Peninsula Association for Retarded Children and Adults (PARCA) provides
housing for 11 clients and supplements the rent at four apartments at Peninsula Pines and a house
in Westborough. The City provides some funding for PARCA through its CDBG program.
The City provides CDBG funding to the Center for Independence of Disabled to make accessibility
modifications to enable persons with disabilities to stay in their homes or move to new housing.
Additionally, the minor repair programs sponsored by the City provide assistance to persons with
disabilities to undertake home repairs that increase access.
The housing coordinator for the Golden Gate Center is organizing a coalition of agencies such as PARCA
and Life Steps, nonprofit developers, and parents to address the housing needs of developmentally
disabled persons in San Mateo County. The coalition plans to request each city as well as the county to
include units for developmentally disabled in their affordable housing develop~nents and to request the
San Mateo Housing Authority to increase the number of Section 8 vouchers for this group.
Persons with Alcohol/Other Drug Addictions
Data on the number of people in South San Francisco with an alcohol, drug or other substance abuse
problem is not available. Sitike Counseling Center, one of the primary substance abuse counseling
centers in South San Francisco serves approximately 200 clients each year. This figure is probably only a
small potion of people in the City with substance abuse problems because it represents people who have
sought and received services.
People with HIV/AIDS
It is unclear how many South San Francisco residents are currently living with HIV/AIDS. ELLIPSE,
one of the City's primary AIDS services providers, serves approximately 30 residents with AIDS
annually. In San Mateo County, there have been 1,889 AIDS cases since 1981, and there are currently
712 known people living with AIDS in the County. San Mateo County Health Department HIV services
see 554 clients per year. Latinos are among the fastest-growing populations with HIV, as seen in the
hospital and clinics in San Mateo County.9
Many of the people living with AIDS in the County need financial and housing assistance. In one year:
126 clients received Emergency Financial Assistance, the Food Program served 238 clients, Community
9 The Independent Saturday, January I 1,2003 "AIDS Rates for Hispanics on the Ride" by Sara Zaske
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Dental Care served 85 people, and Residential Services served 184 clients. San Mateo County services
for people with HIV also includes substance abuse treatment on demand.
San Mateo County has only in home hospice services and no residential care facilities. The Mental
Health Association is their housing provider and the residential services are varied--shallow rent
subsidies are one example. The county currently places HIV clients in non-HIV specific housing. Housing
is a major problem in San Mateo County, which has lost more clients to its housing crisis than to
HIV/AIDS itself because people living with AIDS could not find Section 8 Housing. ELLIPSE, one of
the service providers for people living with HIV/AIDS in South San Francisco has also expressed the
need for rental assistance specifically for people living with HIV/AIDS.
The City does not plan to use HOME or other tenant based rental assistance to assist any of these
subpopulations.
Domestic Violence Survivors
Domestic violence is an ongoing problem in South San Francisco as in all communities. The Center for
Domestic Violence Prevention estimates that there are thousands of cases of domestic violence each year
in San Mateo County, and South San Francisco residents make up part of this number. Domestic violence
survivors often need a supportive housing option in order to get out of the living situation in which they
are experiencing abuse. Their shelter for domestic violence survivors serves approximately 8 South San
Francisco families each year with shelter and supportive services.
Priorities And Goals For Special Needs Populations
Based on the estimates of special needs populations and the needs described by service providers, the City
has set a priority to: Provide service-enriched housing opportunities for individuals and families with
special needs including, but not limited to, seniors, people with physical and developmental
disabilities, domestic violence survivors, people with ltlV/AIDS, and people in treatment for
substance abuse.
This central priority is divided into various specific priority levels to serve the special needs populations
with supportive housing as follows: The City believes that high priority should be given to elderly and
frail elderly, physically disabled, and domestic violence survivors. The City is also giving medium
priority to people with alcohol/other drug addiction; people with HIV/AIDS, and to people with sever mental
illness. Low priority goes to populations that are mentally disabled.
These priorities are described in Table 1B. Specific objectives on assistance for the special needs
populations are described in Table lC. The basis for assigning these priorities is the level of service
demands placed on agencies providing services to populations, and their descriptions of unmet needs.
The City also used Census data to the extent available to estimate the population needing special services
and the unmet need.
The primary obstacle meeting the needs of populations with special needs is the lack of available funds.
Other obstacles includes the high cost of housing, the lack of availability facilities and centers to serve the
special needs populations, and the limited number of nonprofit agencies providing services for special
needs populations. The City, however, will work with existing nonprofit agencies and with the available
resources to best meet the needs of special needs populations.
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TABLE lB
Special Needs Population
Priority Need Level Dollars to
SPECIAL NEEDS High, Medium, Low, Unmet Address Goals
SUBPOPULATIONS No Such Need Need Unmet Need Housing and Services
Elderly H 1,555~° $250,000 · Housing rehabilitation and
accessibility modifications
(see Physically Disabled
below)
Frail Elderly lq 1,727t~ $750,000 · Adult Day Care for 250
fi'ail elderly
· Accessibility
modifications (see
Physically Disabled
below)
Severe Mental Illness L Not $100,000 .No goals identified
available
Developmentally M 1,691 ~2 $100,000 · Support services for 25
families with a
Disabled developmentally disabled
family member (PARCA)
Physically Disabled H 3,678~ $150,000 · Home accessibility
modifications for 150
households (CID)
Persons w/ M Not $1,500,000 · Outpatient services for
Alcohol/Other Drug available 150 residents (Sitike)
Addictions
Persons w/HIV/AIDS M Not $300,000 · Supportive home services
available for 75 Households
(ELLIPSE)
Domestic Violence H Not $100,000 · Provide transitional
Survivors available housing/shelter for 40
women and their children
(CDVP)
TOTAL , $3,250,000
Number of elderly with a disability (other than a go-outside the home disability)
Number of elderly with a go-outside the home disability
Population over 16 with a mental disability
Population over 16 with a physical disability
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C. Summary of Specific Homeless/Special Needs Objectives
The City of South San Francisco has set four specific objectives to address homeless needs and four
objectives to meet the needs of special needs populations. Following is a description of these objectives
as well as a description of how the City will use Federal, State, local, and private resources to address the
needs identified for the period covered by the Consolidated Plan. Table 1C further summarizes this
information.
A. Priority: Provide service-enriched shelter and transitional housing for homeless individuals and
families.
1.0. Provide emergency and transitional shelter for families
It is the City's goals to provide funding to organizations that provide shelter, transitional housing, and
services to homeless families.
1.1. Shelter Network- Crossroads
Crossroads provides transitional housing and comprehensive support services to homeless. On-site
services include support groups, job development and other individualized services to help families secure
permanent housing. The shelter will serve up to 50 very low- and low-income families from South San
Francisco over the five-year Consolidated Plan period. The program is available to people citywide. The
City will fund this program with RDA funds that will be leveraged by the County of San Mateo, other
cities on the Peninsula, private foundations, and private donors.
2.0. Provide emergency and transitional shelter for individuals
It is the City's goals to provide funding to organizations that provide shelter, transitional housing, and
supportive services to homeless individuals.
2.1. Shelter Network- 1Maple Street
Maple Street Shelter provides transitional housing and comprehensive support services to homeless
individuals. On-site services include support groups, job development and other services to help
individuals secure permanent housing. The shelter will serve 40 very low- and low-income individuals
from South San Francisco over the five-year Consolidated Plan period. The City will fund this program
with RDA funds that will be leveraged by the County of San Mateo, other cities on the Peninsula, private
foundations, and private donors.
2.2. Safe Harbor - Samaritan House
Safe Harbor is a homeless emergency shelter in South San Francisco operated by Samaritan House. Safe
Harbor provides shelter and food for up to 90 individuals countywide a night. In addition Samaritan
provides several other services on site including drug education and counseling, employment and job
development counseling, and health services. All the individuals served at the shelter will be very low-
income. Safe Harbor will serve approximately 300 individuals from South San Francisco during the five-
year Consolidated Plan period. The City will fund this program with RDA funds and possibly with
CDBG funds. City funding will be leveraged by the County of San Mateo, other cities on the Peninsula,
private foundations, and private donors.
3.0. Provide shared Housing Opportunities - Human Investment Project (HIP)
HIP offers affordable housing services including a home equity conversion program for seniors, shared
housing referrals, life skills workshops for single parents, an a homeless prevention program. HIP will
provide referrals to as many as 700 households, primarily very Iow- and low-income households from
South San Francisco over the five-year Consolidated Plan period. The City will fund this program with
RDA funding. City funding will be leveraged by other Peninsula cities, private foundations, and private
donors.
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4.0. Explore the possibility of develop additional shelters for families, individuals, and youth
Although there are currently no plans to develop new shelters in San Mateo County, the City is prepared
to continue working with the San Mateo County Homeless Continuum of Care Collaborative to address
the needs of homeless. If over the next five years the Collaborative identifies options to create new
shelters or transitional housing with supportive services for homeless, the City of South San Francisco
will consider participating in the development or support of the shelter if it will serve families and
individuals from South San Francisco. The City would use RDA or CDBG to fund this activity
B. Priority: Provide service-enriched housing opportunities for individuals and families with
special needs including, but not limited to, seniors, people with physical and developmental
disabilities, domestic violence survivors, people with HIV/AIDS, and people in treatment for
substance abuse.
1.0. Provide accessibility modifications to the homes of elderly and physically disabled residents
It is the City's goals to provide funding to organizations that provide accessibility modifications to the
homes of households in which a family member is physically disabled, elderly, or trail elderly.
1.1. Center for Independence of the Disabled (CID) - Housing Accessibility Program
CID helps eliminate architectural barriers and provides modifications such as grab bars to make homes
safer and more accessible for people with disabilities and/or the elderly. CID will serve up to 150 very
low- and low-income households, all of who are disabled or trail elderly, over the five-year Consolidated
Plan period. The program is available citywide. The City will fund this program with CDBG funds that
will be leveraged by private foundations, and private donors.
2.0. Provide emergency and transitional shelter for domestic violence survivors and their children
It is the City's goals to provide funding to organizations that provide shelter, transitional housing, and
services to homeless individuals.
2.1. Center for Domestic Violence Prevention
CDVP provides shelter for domestic violence survivors and their children as well as food, clothing,
counseling and legal services. Services are provided in English, Spanish, and Tagalog. The Center will
provide shelter for 40 families over the five-year Consolidated Plan period. The City will fund this
program with CDBG or RDA funds that will be leveraged by the County of San Mateo, other cities on the
Peninsula, private foundations, and private donors.
3.0. Assist person living with HIV/AIDS to remain in independent housing
It is the City's goals to provide funding to organizations assist persons living with HIV/AIDS remain in
independent housing situations.
3.1. ELLIPSE Peninsula Aids Program
ELLIPSE provides professional and volunteer in-home support services to very low-income residents
who are HIV positive to enable them to remain healthy and to live at home as long as possible. Services
include light housekeeping, delivery of groceries, transportation to medical appointments, and obtaining
household items and medical equipment. ELLIPSE will serve approximately 75 households citywide over
the five-year Consolidated Plan period. The City will fund this program with CDBG funds that will be
leveraged by private foundations, and private donors
4.0. Assist organizations providing substance abuse services
It is the City's goals to provide support to nonprofit agencies providing substance abuse services and
counseling.
5,0 Services for the developmentally disabled
It is the City's goals to provide support to nonprofit agencies providing services to the developmentally
disabled and their families.
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Table 1C
Summary of Specific Homeless/Special Needs Objectives
(Table 1A/lB Continuation SheeO
Obj S~)~;~ ~'ti~Obl~ t'iV{5~- Performance Expected Actual
# Measure Units Units
Homeless Objectives
.0 Provide emergency and transitional Number of families
shelter tbr families served
1.1 Shelter Network Crossroads Nulnber of families 50 families
served
2.0 'rovide emergency and transitional Number of
shelter for individuals individuals served
2.1 Shelter Network Maple Street Number of 40
individuals served individuals
2.2 Smnaritan House - Safe Harbor Number of 300
individuals served individuals
3.0 Provide shared housing opportunities - Number of 700
Human Investment Project households served households
4.0 Explore possibilities to develop new Increased capacity TBA
homeless shelters for families, to serve families,
individuals, and youth individuals, and/or
youth
SPEC~ ~EDS O~CT~S
1.0
Accessibili~ Modifications
1.1 Center for Independence of the 150l
Disabled (CID) Housing Households
Accessibili~ Program
2.0 Domestic Violence Shelters
2.1 Center for Domestic Violence 40 families
Prevention
3.0 Assist Persons with HIV/AIDS remain
in independent housing
3.1 ELLIPSE Peninsula Aids Program 75
Households
4.0 Substance abuse se~ices 150
Individuals , ,'
5.0 Se~ices for the developmentally 2~
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IV. FIVE YEAR STRATEGIC HOUSING PLAN
AFFORDABLE HOUSING NEEDS
A. Market Analysis: Population, Housing Supply and Conditions
Introduction
The City of South San Francisco has based its Consolidated Plan market analysis of the City's Housing
Element approved by the State of Califbrnia in 2003. Information from the Housing Element is
supple~nented with Census data released after the drafting of the Housing Element.
HUD requires the market analysis to describe the significant characteristics of the housing market in
terms of supply, demand condition, and cost. It also requires a review of housing stock available to serve
people with disabilities and HIV/AIDS, how the City targets its housing production by income level and
type of households, and whether any affordable units are at-risk of being lost from the af/¥rdable housing
stock. The market analysis is organized as follows:
Section 1: Population, employment, and housing trends
Section 2: Housing and household characteristics
These chapters draw on a broad range of informational sources, lnt'ormatiou on population, housing
stock, and economics comes primarily from the 2000 U.S. Census, the California Department of Finance,
the Association of Bay Area Governments, and City of South San Francisco records. Information on
available sites and services for housing comes from numerous public agencies.
Population, Employment, and Housing Trends
This section includes information on South San Francisco's population and employment. The informatiou
is oriented to identify trends, potential shortcomings, and issues.
Historic Growth And Population Trends
South San Francisco is located on the west shore of the San Francisco Bay, in northern San Mateo
County. The City is built upon the Bay plain and the northern foothills of the Coastal Range, and is
strategically located along major transportation corridors and hubs, including U.S. 101, Interstate 380 and
Interstate 280, the Union Pacific Railroad, (formerly Southern Pacific Railroad) and the San Francisco
International Airport.
In 1890, the South San Francisco Land and Improvement Company purchased 3,400 acres on the former
site of the Rancho Burl Burl for development of a town. The arrangement of residential and industrial
uses intentionally took advantage of stable ground and Bay access at Point San Bruno. Constrained by
marshlands to the south, residential development began to extend north around and along the slopes of
Sign Hill as the city grew, requiring the introduction ora curvilinear street form.
The growth of South San Francisco's steel and, later, shipbuilding industries through the 1920s and
World War II helped spur residential growth. Between 1940 and 1960, South San Francisco's population
increased more than six-fold from 6,290 to 39,418.2 Over 46 percent of South San Francisco's existing
housing units were constructed between 1940 and 1959.
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By the end of the 1950s, South San Francisco had essentially reached its present level of urbanization
between U.S. 101 and Junipero Serra Boulevard. Many of the residential subdivisions west of Sign Hill
and El Camino Real were complete. Except at the city's northwestern comer, Junipero Serra Boulevard
formed the city's western edge, and Hillside Boulevard/Randolph Avenue was the northern boundary.
With some important exceptions, land use in South San Francisco since the 1960s has stemmed from
internal change rather than outright expansion. Infill development has occurred along El Camino Real,
Chestnut Avenue, and U.S. 101. Major expansion has occurred in the Westborough area and the East of
101 area, enabled respectively by the construction of Interstate 280 and landfill at Oyster and Sierra
Points. The city has recently entered its last phase or' expansion with ~nulti-use development at Terrabay
on the south slopes of San Bruno Mountain.
The rate of population growth slowed in the 1960s and 1970s, increasing by only six percent in the 1970s.
Population growth increased by 10 percent in the 1980s and by roughly the same percentage in the 1990s.
By 2000, South San Francisco had a population over 60,552, according to the 2000 U.S. Census. Table D
shows the City's population growth from 1920 through 2000.
With 8.5 percent of the county's population, South San Francisco is San Mateo County's fourth-largest
city. Future opportunities for growth other than redevelopment are limited to remaining unincorporated
islands.
TABLE D
HISTORIC POPULATION TRENDS
City of South San Francisco
1920-2000
Year Population Percentlncrease
1920 4,411 --
1930 6,193 40%
1940 6,290 2%
1950 19,351 308%
1960 39,418 104%
1970 46,646 18%
1980 49,393 6%
1990 54,312 10%
2000 60,552 11%
Source: US. Census, Various Ye~s
Population Projections
According to population projections produced by the Association of Bay Area Governments (ABAG) in
Projections 2002, South San Francisco's population is expected to grow relatively slowly through 2020,
with an average annual growth rate of 0.51 percent between 2000 and 2020. As Table E indicates, the
city's population is projected to ~ow to 67,000 by 2020, representing an increase of 6,448 residents from
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ABAG's estimated 2000 South San Francisco population of 60,552. Compared to its neighboring
communities, South San Francisco ranks in the middle in terms of annual growth rates.
TABLE E
POPULATION PROJECTIONS
South San Francisco and Neighboring Communities 2000 to 2020
2000-2020
Jurisdiction 2000 2005 2010 2020
Annual
Increase in Growth
Population Rate
South San
Francisco 60,552 62,600 63,600 67,000 6,448 0.51%
Daly City 103,621 106,500 108,200 1 I 1,000 7,379 0.34%
San Bruno 40,165 41,500 42,000 43,800 3,635 0.43%
Colma 1,191 1,230 1,270 1,370 179 0.70%
San Mateo 707,161 739,100 754,600 795,100 87,939 0.68%
County
Soorce: Association of Bay Area Governments, Projections 2002, October 2001.
Age of the Population
Table F shows South San Francisco's age trends from 1970 through 2000. The age of South San
Francisco's residents increased in two age categories during the last decade. Two of the most significant
trends over the last 30 years have been the decrease in the city's younger population (i.e., 0-14) and the
increase in the city's senior population (i.e., 65 and older). In 1970, those under 14 years old were
approximately 30 percent of the population. By 1980, that group's population fell to roughly 20 percent.
Over the next 20 years, that percentage has remained relatively constant. In 1970, the senior population
was 5.0 percent. This percentage has been steadily increasing over the last 30 years (8.3 percent in 1980,
11.4 percent in 1990, and 12.6 percent in 2000). Between 1990 and 2000, the median age of South San
Francisco's residents remained relatively constant, increasing from 35.1 in 1990 to 35.7 in 2000.
Age Groups
TABLE F
POPULATION BY AGE GROUP
Cit~ of South San Francisco 1970 through 2000
1970 1980 1990
2000
0-14 30.6% 20.8% 20.7% 20.3%
15-24 17.0% 19.2% 13.7% 13.2%
25-34 13.2% 17.2% 18.6% 15.4%
35 d4 13.6% 12.0% 15.4% 16.6%
45-54 13.0% 12.0% 10.5% l 3.3%
55-64 7.6% 10.6% 9.7% 8.7%
65 5.0% 8.3% 11.4% 12.6%
Source: U.S. Census, 1970, 1980, 1990, 2000
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Race and Ethnicity
Table G demonstrates that South San Francisco is a very ethnically and racially diverse community
almost evenly divided among three ethnic groups. South San Francisco's ethnic/racial make-up is made
primarily of Hispanics/Latinos (31.8 percent), Whites (30.5 percent), and Asians (28.6 percent). The
city's largest ethnic/racial population consists of Hispanics and Latinos with nearly 32 percent of the
city's population. South San Francisco also has a larger Hispanic/Latino population than surrounding
communities such as Daly City, San Bruno, and San Mateo County. South San Francisco and Daly City
are home to the largest population of Filipinos in the Bay Area. African Americans, Native Americans,
Pacific Islanders, and those of two or more races make up only 4.7 percent of South San Francisco's
entire pol~ulation.
TABLE G
POPULATION BY RACE
(INCLUDING HISPANIC AND LATINO POPULATIONS)
City of South San Francisco and Surrounding Communities
2000
South
San Francisco Daly City San Bruno San Mateo County
Group
Pop. Percent Pop. Percent Pop. Percent Pop. Percent
White 18,487 30.5% 18,344 17.7% 18,822 46.8% 352,355 49.8%
Hispanic/Latino 19,282 31.8% 23,072 22.2% 9,686 24.1% 154,708 21.8%
Asian 17,312 28.6% 52,154 50.3% 7,393 18.4% 140,313 19.8%
African American 1,621 2.6% 4,482 4.3% 753 1.8% 23,778 3.3%
Native American 197 0.3% 199 0.1% 103 0.2% 1,546 0.2%
Pacific Islander 896 1.4% 904 0.8% 1,118 2.7% 1,546 0.2%
Two or more races 264 0.4% 414 0.3% 211 0.5% 2,217 0.3%
TOTAL 60,552 100.0% 103,621 100.0% 40,165 100.0% 707,161 100.0%
Source: U.S. Census, 2000
Jobs/Housing Balance
In the 1940s-1960s South San Francisco turned into a commuter suburb. In 1999, only 23 percent of
employed residents worked in the city despite a surplus of jobs. As a general trend, the city has added
jobs at a faster rate than it has added population over the last 1 Five Years. In 1995, there were 13,610
more jobs than employed residents in the city. Given that much of the land in the city--including all of
the East of 10 l area -- is not suited for residential development, it is unlikely that a balance between jobs
and housing can be attained.
Housing And Household Characteristics
Section 2 assesses current and projected housing and household characteristics, the condition of the
housing stock, and the potential impact on future housing needs. This analysis identifies key trends that
will affect both near-term and long-term housing needs.
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Housing Unit Mix And Household Size
Housing Stock Composition
South San Francisco's city limits encompass 4,300 acres. According to the 1999 General Plan, single-
family residential is the predominant use, occupying 33 percent of the land. Only ten percent of the land
in the city is vacant, and development has been approved or is under review on over half of this land.
Development that the City has approved or is under review includes 1,002 housing nnits on 110 acres
(October 1998). The 160 acres of remaining vacant land is primarily concentrated in the east of US 101
area, which prohibits residential development.
South San Francisco's housing stock reflects the city's history as an industrial town and its later role as a
convenient suburb of San Francisco. The city's residential development is fairly unusual, with s~nall
single-family homes clustered in flat areas and multifmnily housing and townhomes on hillsides
surrounding the town. This development not only reflects the history of the city but also the land use
constraints that have influenced land use decisions. Noise and safety impacts resulting from aircraft
operations at the San Francisco International Airport (SFIA) include height restrictions within the airport
approach zone. Likewise, no residential development is permitted in the area east of 101 according to a
Memorandum of Understanding between SFIA and the City.
According to the 2000 U.S. Census, the City of South San Francisco has a total of 20,138 honsing units.
After a sharp decline in the 1970s, average household size in the 1980s and again in the 1990s increasing
from 2.9t to 3.05. The housing stock has remained primarily single family residential with roughly 70
percent of homes being single family and 30 percent being multi family in 1990 and 2000. A detailed
breakdown of occupancy status and household size by type of dwelling unit is provided in Tables H, I,
and J. Tables I and J show 1990 Census information since the Census Bureau has not released 2000 data
tbr these categories.
TABLE H
NUMBER, TYPE OF UNITS, AND HOUSEHOLD SIZE
Cit~ of South San Francisco 1990 and 2000
1990 2000
Total Units 19,130 20,138
Percent Single-Family 70% 71%**
Percent Multi-Family 30% 29%**
Vacant Units 562 461
Percent Vacant 2.9% 2.3%
Household Population* 53,975 60,109
Persons per Occupied Unit 2.91 3.05
*Household population excludes persons in group quarters.
**Based on 2000 DOF estimates.
Source: 1990 and 2000 U.S. Census; Department of Finance, 2000.
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TABLE I
HOUSING OCCUPANCY STATUS
City of South San Francisco 1990
Number of units Occupied % Owner- % Renter-
in structure Units Occupied Occupied
Single-family 10,743 57.9 8,767 76.8 1,976 27.6
detached
Single-family 2,264 l 2.2 1,594 14.0 670 9.4
attached
2-unit 551 3.0 93 0.8 458 6.4
3- or 4-unit 1,002 5.4 169 1.5 833 11.6
5 or more 3,347 18.0 264 2.3 3,083 43.1
Mobile homes 336 1.8 297 2.6 39 0.5
Other 325 1.8 226 2.0 99 1.4
Total 18,568 100.0 11,410 61.4 7,158 38.6
Source: U.S. Census, 1990.
TABLE J
NUMBER OF PERSONS IN UNITS BY TYPE OF STRUCTURE
City of South San Francisco 1990
All Units Owner-occupied Renter-occupied
Units in Total Persons Per Unit Total Persons Per Unit Total Persons Per Unit
Structure
Single-lam. 33,403 3.11 26,203 2.99 7,200 3.64
detached
S ingle-fam. 7,448 3.29 5,018 3.15 2,430 3.63
attached
2-unit 1,597 2.90 244 2.62 1,353 2.95
3- or 4-unit 2,853 2.85 379 2.24 2,474 2.97
5 or more 7,389 2.21 614 2.33 6,775 2.20
Mobile 485 1.44 413 1.39 72 1.85
homes
Other 800 2.46 521 2.31 279 2.82
Total 53,823 2.91 33,258 2.93 20,565 2.88
Source: U.S. Census, 1990.
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Number and Types of Units
As Table K indicates, the existing housing stock in South San Francisco is predominantly (over 70
percent) single-family dwellings and has been that way since 1990. Apartment buildings with three to 49
units account for 20 percent of housing units, while 3 percent of units are found in buildings with more
than 50 units. The remainder of the housing stock is made up of duplexes, mobile homes, and
houseboats.
TABLE K
NUMBER OF HOUSING UNITS, BY YEAR AND TYPE
City of South San Francisco 1991-2000
Duplex/ Multi-
Year Single-Family Townhome/Condo Family Mobilehomes Total
1991 11,009 2,336 5,41 I 405 19,161
1992 11,030 2,336 5,426 405 19,197
1993 11,053 2,336 5,479 405 19,273
1994 1,066 2,336 5,51 I 405 19,318
1995 1,088 2,336 5,513 405 19,342
1996 1,120 2,336 5,545 405 19,406
1997 1,145 2,336 5,560 405 19,446
1998 1,295 2,408 5,58 l 405 19,689
1999 1,535 2,654 5,581 405 20,175
2000 11,945 2,654 5,657 405 20,661
Increase 91- 936 318 246 0 1,500
00
Source: California Department of Finance, 1990 through 2000.
Condition of the Housing Stock
Recent information relating to condition of housing stock is from the 2000 Census. In addition, the City
conducted a windshield survey of housing conditions in May 1990 that gives an adequate general
description of the condition of the housing stock that is still valid today. The following rating system was
used in the survey:
· Good: structures needing no repairs or only cosmetic repairs, e.g., paint;
· Fair: structures requiring some minor structural repairs--visible cracks, minor roof problems,
etc.; and
· Poor: structures needing major repairs--dilapidated/substandard housing.
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Overall, South San Francisco's residential structures are in good condition. Of the 1,862 structures
surveyed, 87.3 percent were found to be in good condition, 10.7 percent in fair condition, and 2 percent in
poor condition. Applying these percentages to the city as a whole, suggest that approximately 2,000 units
need minor structural repairs, and 380 units need either major repairs or replacement. (The Iow rate of
demolitions, averaging five per year, indicates that relatively few units need to be replaced.) Table L
shows a percentage breakdown of structural conditions by neighborhood.
TABLE L
HOUSING CONDITIONS BY NEIGHBORIIOOD
City of South San Francisco 1990
Condition
Neighborhood Structures Surveyed
Good Fair Poor
Avalon/Brentwood 198 95.5°,/0 4.5% 0.0%
Buri-B uri/Serra 193 93.0% 7.0% 0.0%
Highlands
Grand Avenue Area 103 88.4% 11.6°,/o 4.8%
Irish Town 277 73.3% 26.7% 10.1%
Mayfair 1 l 9 82.4% 17.6% 0.0%
Village/Francisco
Terrace
Paradise Valley 166 88.6% 10.8% 0.6%
Parkway 119 98.3% 1.7% 0.0%
Peck's Lots 77 83.1% 13.0% 3.9%
Southwood 78 93.6% 6.4% 0.0%
Sunshine Gardens 136 91.2% 8.8% 0.0%
Town of Baden 85 84.7% 14.1% 1.2%
Westborough 155 95.5% 4.5% 0.0%
Winston Manor 156 93.6% 6.4% 0.0%
TOTAL 1,862 87.3% 10.7% 2.0%
Source: Economic and Community Development Department Windshield Survey, May 1990
Based on the Planning Commission tour in November 2001, Irish Town, located north of the downtown
commercial area has by far the greatest percentage of structures in need of rehabilitation. This is the
Downtown Target Area, where Community Development Block Grant funds are concentrated for rental
and single-family rehabilitation. In five other neighborhoods, over 10 percent of the structures were in
fair to poor condition: Grand Avenue, Paradise Valley, Mayfair Village/Francisco Terrace, Town of
Baden, and Peck's Lots.
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Household Composition And Income
Household Composition
The 2000 Census defines the term "household" as the person or persons occupying a housing unit. This
general category includes families, defined as two or more persons, including the householder, who are
related by birth, marriage, or adoption and who live together as one household. The family definition
includes both married couples and single-parent families. Despite increases in single-parent families and
unrelated households, married couples remain the majority of households in South San Francisco. Table
M shows the number and percentage of different types of households. Households that do not meet the
definition of "family" are classified as "non-family households."
TABLE M
NUMBER OF HOUSEHOLDS BY HOUSEHOLD TYPE
City of South San Francisco 2000
Type of Household Number Percent of
Households
Total Households 19,677 100.0
Family Households 14,650 74.5
Married Couple 10,977 55.8
Female Headed household 2,596 13.2
Non-Family Households 5,027 25.5
Seniors 1,771 9.0
Householder living alone 3,923 19.9
Source: U.S. Census, 2000.
Household Income
The General Plan Existing Conditions and Planning Issues Report noted that the South San Francisco
median household income in 1990 was lower than San Mateo County's but slightly higher than the
median income in the Bay Area as a whole. Since that time, real incomes have raised somewhat based on
1999 estimates.
A particularly pertinent issue for economic development efforts is the education and employment profile
of South San Francisco residents. In general, residents have lower levels of educational attainment and
hold lower level jobs than residents in the Bay Area as a whole. This discrepancy is particularly notable
with regard to executive and administrative jobs: South San Francisco has a much lower concentration of
residents with managerial positions and a higher proportion of residents in administrative positions than
the region as a whole.
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The most prevalent industries in which SSF residents are employed are transportation, retail trade,
finance, insurance, real estate, and manufacturing. The city has a Iow proportion of residents in
nondurable goods manufacturing and professional services than the rest of the Bay Area.
Mean household income in South San Francisco (in constant 1995 dollars) was $55,800 in 1990, and
increased to $68,000 in 2000. ABAG projects that the City's mean household income will continue its
upward trend, increasing to $73,200 in 2005, $76,100 in 2010, $77,500 in 2015, and $79,300 in 2020.
This represents a 15 percent increase between 2000 and 2020. By comparison, mean household income
for San Mateo County as a whole is estimated at $88,700 in 2000, and is projected to increase by 19
percent to $109,100 by 2005. Thus, the average income for the county is not only higher than that of
South San Francisco, but will increase at a greater rate than the city (ABAG Projections 2000, December
1999, page 188).
TABLE O
MEAN HOUSEHOLD INCOME
Cit~ of South San Francisco and Surroundin§ Communities 1990 - 2020
Jurisdiction 1990 2000 2005 2010 2015 2020
South San 55,800 68,000 73,200 76,100 77,500 79,300
Francisco*
Colma* * 47,000 51,000 53,500 56,000 59,000 62.400
Daly City* 57,000 69,100 74,300 77,500 79,800 81,600
San Bruno* 59,000 71,000 76,200 80,200 83,400 85,900
San Mateo 72,900 88,700 95,200 100,100 104,800 109,100
County
· City Sphere of Influence
· *City limits
Source: Association of Bay Area Govemments, December 1999.
Affordable Housing Projects
In 1999 the first residents moved into Mid-Peninsula Housing Coalition's Greenridge project, the first
new affordable housing project in the city in ten years. The project provides 34 units for very low and
low-income families, with over half of the units serving large families (three or more bedrooms). The
project was financed with redevelopment funds ($940,000) as well as tax credits. Another new
development, Chestnut Senior Housing (40 units), is expected to be available for occupancy in 2003.
This project received HUD Section 202 funding and redevelopment funds ($2.7 million).
In 1998 the City initiated the Willow Gardens Revitalization Project with Mid-Peninsula Housing
Coalition. The project involves the acquisition and rehabilitation of 12 four-plex structures, or 48 units in
the El Camino Corridor Redevelopment Project Area. The units will be converted to permanently
affordable housing for households at 50 to 60 percent of median income. The project leverages
redevelopment housing funds with public/private bonds and tax credits in a $14 million financial package.
Thus far (January 2002), the City and Mid-Peninsula have acquired seven buildings (28 units), which are
being rehabilitated. The City will continue to acquire buildings as they become available.
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The South San Francisco Housing Authority manages 80 units of public housing in the city, which serve
very low-income residents. The units, built in 1977 and 1980, include 22 one-bedroom units, 26
two-bedroom units, 26 three-bedroom units, and 6 four-bedroom units. Federal funds ($700,000) were
allocated to rehabilitate these units and bring them up to code. This work was completed in 1998. There
are 74 families on the PI-IA waiting list, which has been closed for two years. It would take a new
applicant from three to five years to reach the top of the list and have the opportunity to rent a unit.
In addition to the housing units included in Tables P and Q, there are 249 SRO units in the city that are an
important part of the affordable housing market (see Table R). SROs generally do not have either
kitchens or bathrooms within individual units. They serve as residences primarily tbr low- and very
low-income single people. This type of housing unit is ~bund priinarily in the downtown area. The City
has helped to upgrade and preserve this housing by providing funds for rehabilitation and seismic upgrade
of the Grand and Metropolitan Hotels. Work on both was completed in 1999. Occupancy is restricted to
very low-income persons.
Table P
Affordable Senior Housing in South San Francisco*
Project Name Type of Housing Affordable Waiting List Information
Senior Units
South San Francisco Low-income Public Housing 26** 14% (10) households on the waiting list
Public Housing No Priority for Seniors are elderly
Magnolia Plaza Mixed Income Senior 66 13 senior households total
}lousing 8 South San Francisco senior
households***
Rotary Plaza Affordable Senior Housing 200 For a single the wait is 6 mo. - 2 years,
for a couple the wait is l-4 years.
Fairway Apartments Low and Very Low Income 74 200 people
Senior Housing Four to Five Years
Chestnut Creek Affordable Senior Housing 40**** 609 senior households applied
183 South San Francisco Senior
households applied.
* Source: South San Francisco General Plan Housing Element 2002 and Phone Interviews with Property Managers
** Units Currently Occupied by a Senior
*** This waiting list was only open 2 weeks when data was collected
**** Application process for to fill units for the first time in progress
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Table Q
Affordable Housing in South San Francisco
Existing and Projected
Description/
Project Location Affordable units Comments
Existing
Greenridge 1450 El Camino Real 34 townhomes and manager's unit on 2.6 acres
(completed)
Commercial Commercial Avenue 4 Rehabilitated units
Avenue (completed)
Apartments
SUBTOTAL 38
Under Construction or Approved for Development
Oak Farms SE corner of Oak and 5 Single family detached units on 2.6 acres
Grand Avenues (under construction)
Oak Avenue 90 Oak Avenue 3 Apartment complex on 0.45 acre site
Apartments (approved)
Marbella Gellert Boulevard 70 Condominium (approved)
Terrabay Pointe 32 112 unit residential tower, 70 single family
(Phase lid homes (approved)
SUBTOTAL 100
TOTAL 138
Source: Economic & Community Development Department, January 1, 1999, through December 31,2001.
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