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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes 2005-06-22 MINUTES CITY COUNCIL CITY OF SOUTH SAN FRANCISCO REGULAR MEETING WEDNESDAY, JUNE 22, 2005 MUNICIP AL SERVICES BUILDING COMMUNITY ROOM 33 ARROYO DRIVE CALL TO ORDER: 7:36 p.m. (Cassette Tape No.1) ROLL CALL: Present: Councilmembers Garbarino, Gonzalez and Matsumoto, Mayor Pro Tern Fernekes and Mayor Green Absent: None PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: Led by Mayor Green INVOCATION: Not given PRESENTATIONS . Jack Drago Youth Art Scholarships - Cultural Arts Commissioner Ronald Burgess announced this year's scholarships were awarded to Meghan O'Nyon, EI Camino High School and Victoria McBee, EI Camino High School. . Report on Fourth of July illegal fireworks law enforcement activities - Fire Chief Phil White and Police Captain Mike Guglielmoni presented an overview ofthe response plan for the upcoming 4th of July weekend and discussed last year's events. They explained that a letter has been forwarded to San Bruno requesting their cooperation, and that San Bruno will be asked to increase its staffing and to have an extra engine company available. They further explained that actions to deter the use of fireworks in South San Francisco will include posting a signboard on EI Camino Real at the city's entrance, distributing flyers, and posting information on the City's website. (Flyers distributed to Council. ) AGENDA REVIEW City Manager Nagel requested Agenda Item No. 10 be removed from the Agenda. (Item No. 15 was subsequently removed.) PUBLIC COMMENTS Mr. Danny Swarzman, resident, stated his concern regarding BART and its plans to close down two stations in the South San Francisco area on weekends. He asked that Council consider a resolution requesting BART to not close down its stations. ITEMS FROM COUNCIL . Announcements . Committee Reports Councilmembers reported on attendance at community and regional events, announced upcoming events and fundraisers, and acknowledged members of the community for their contributions. Councilman Garbarino reported on the recent 111 Chestnut Avenue design subcommittee meeting (Fernekes/Garbarino) and that the revised design will be resubmitted to Council for approval. Councilman Gonzalez reported on the recent flood control meeting he attended and that canal rehabilitation work has been delayed due to rain. Mayor Pro Tern Fernekes acknowledged Marta Bookbinder and John Wong as 2005 employees of the year. CONSENT CALENDAR 1. Motion to approve the minutes of April 20 and June 8, 2005 2. Motion to confirm expense claims ofJune 22,2005 in the amount of$783,391.23 3. Resolution No. 61-2005, declaring the date of the general municipal election for 2005 and Resolution No. 62-2005, requesting election services from the San Mateo County Clerk 4. Resolution No. 63-2005, amending cooperative agreement #4-1926-C with the State of California Department of Transportation for the Arlington Drive/EI Camino Rc:al signalization project in an amount not to exceed $102,000 5. Resolution No. 64-2005, awarding contract for construction management and inspection services to CSG Consultants, Inc. for the Swift Avenue Pump Station No.3 Upgrade and Sanitary Sewer Replacement Project 6. Resolution No. 65-2005, authorizing the execution oflicense agreements with Costco Wholesale Corporation for telecommunication conduit lines and a storm drain line crossing Belle Air Road for the proposed Costco gasoline facility at 479 South Airport Boulevard 7. Resolution No. 66-2005, awarding engineering design contract to Wilsey Ham for the Westborough Boulevard and Olympic Drive intersection improvements, as required by the Marbella Development traffic mitigation, in the amount of $50,000 8. Resolution No. 67-2005, authorizing execution of a sewer trenching cost allocation agreement with Wells Enterprises, Inc., for installation of sanitary sewer line all 218 Littlefield Avenue as part of the Wet Weather Program Phase IV Project REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES JUNE 22, 2005 PAGE 2 9. Acknowledgement of proclamation issued: Flag Day, 6/14/05 Motion-Fernekes/Second-Gonzalez: To approve the Consent Calendar as submitted. Unanimously approved by voice vote. PUBLIC HEARINGS 10. Consideration of resolution adopting a report of stormwater management serviees fees for FY 2005-06 and approving stormwater management service charges for FY 2005-06 Item removed from Agenda. 11. Consideration of resolution adopting a report of annual sewer rental charges for FY 2005-06 pursuant to SSFMC Chapter 14.12, approving sewer rates effective FY 2005-06 and amending the Master Fee Schedule to include the rates Public hearing opened. Staff report presented by Public Works Director White. Public hearing closed. Councilmembers questioned the noticing process and WQCP Superintendent Castagnola stated a notice was published in the local newspaper and businesses were notified by mail ofthe anticipated increases. A discussion of comparing rates with other Peninsula cities ensued and staff confirmed that South San Francisco's rate is currently mid-range and it will continue at that level for the next few years as most cities are about to schedule infrastructure work. Motion-Garbarino/Second-Matsumoto: To approve Resolution No. 68-2005, approving a 9% increase for sewer rates effective Fiscal Year 2005-2006, amending the master fee schedule to include the rates, and adopting a report of annual sewer rentals for <charges for 2005-2006 pursuant to Chapter 14.12 of the South San Francisco Municipal Code. Unanimously approved by voice vote. ADMINISTRATIVE BUSINESS 12. Resolution approving the South San Francisco Conference Center FY 2005-06 budget Staff report presented by Conference Center Director O'Toole. She stated that the projected FY 05-06 revenues for the Conference Center are $3,245,500, expenditures are $2,810,357, and the proposed capital improvement program budget is $174,300. Councilwoman Matsumoto questioned the drop in available hotel rooms and Director O'Toole responded that the Good Nite Inn is currently operating with half of its available rooms. Director O'Toole reported the City's current occupancy rate is comparable with other towns on the Peninsula and is improving (projecting 68..5% for the corning year). REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES JUNE 22, 2005 PAGE 3 Motion-Fernekes/Second-Garbarino: To approve Resolution No. 69-2005, approving the Conference Center Fiscal Year 2005-2006 budget. Unanimously approved by voice vote. 13. Resolution approving the City Treasurer's Investment Policy for FY 2005-06 Staff report presented by City Treasurer Battaglia. In response to Mayor Pro Tern Fernekes questions, City Treasurer Battaglia stated that members ofthe Investment Oversight Committee include the City Treasurer, Finance Director Steele, City Manager Nagel, Deputy City Treasurer Gloria Taormina, and Council consultant, Richard Guilbault. Motion-Fernekes/Second-Garbarino: To approve Resolution No. 70-2005, certifYing the investment policy for fiscal year 2005-06. Unanimously approved by voice vote. 14. Approval of 2005-06 Operating Budget a. Resolution approving the operating budget for the City of South San Francisco for FY 2005-06 and appropriating the corresponding funds Staff report and visual presentation given by Finance Director Steele. He stated the proposed budget is balanced with projected revenues of$53.9 million, a $.3 shift from reserves, and $54.2 million in expenditures. Councilman Gonzalez requested a copy of the Power Point presentation for his records. Motion-Fernekes/Second-Garbarino: To approve Resolution No 71-2005, approving the 2005-06 operating budget for the City of South San Francisco. Unanimously approved by voice vote. b. Resolution modifYing certain sections ofthe master fee schedule for FY 2005-06 Staff report presented by Finance Director Steele. Motion-GonzalezlSecond-Fernekes: To approve Resolution No. 72-2005, modifYing certain sections ofthe master fee schedule for FY 2005-06. c. Resolution approving the Capital Improvement Program (CIP) budget for FY 2005-06 Staff report presented by Senior Civil Engineer Chuck. He stated that the proposed budget is $57.7 million and that includes $10.8 million in new appropriations. Motion-Garbarino/Second-Matsumoto: To approve Resolution No. 73-2005, approving the Capital Improvement Program (CIP) budget for FY 2005-06. REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES JUNE 22, 2005 PAGE 4 Unanimously approved by voice vote. d. Resolution approving personnel changes, including classification descriptions and salary ranges and/or unit designations for various departments Staff report presented by Human Resources Director Yamani. Councilman Gonzalez asked for clarification on the survey conducted t()r the assistant city manager position and staff responded that the study showed the salary was low and recommended a minimum 5% salary increase. Motion-GonzalezlSecond-Fernekes: To approve Resolution No. 74-2005, approving personnel changes, including classification descriptions and salary ranges in various departments. Unanimously approved by voice vote. e. Motion to waive reading and introduce an ordinance amending SSFMC Chapter 3.12 to implement Council-approved position, title additions, deletions, and/or changes Staff report presented by Human Resources Director Yamani. Motion-Fernekes/Second-Matsumoto: To waive reading and introduce an ordinance amending Section 31.2.010 of the SSFMC. Unanimously approved by voice vote. 15. Resolution approving interim budget authority for Fiscal Year 2005-2006 for the City of South San Francisco and appropriating the corresponding funds City Manager Nagel requested Item No. 15 be removed from the Agenda. LEGISLATIVE BUSINESS 16. Waive reading and introduce an ordinance prohibiting dogs in City parks during special permitted events Staff report presented by City Manager Nagel. Councilmembers asked for clarification regarding small dogs being allowed and staff stated that regardless of size, even ifbeing carried, they will not be allowed. City Attorney Williams stated that service dogs, police dogs, and search and rescue dogs are exempt. Staff further clarified that dogs are not allowed at the farmers' market, but are allowed in other areas of Orange Park on Saturdays, and that during permitted ,events, such as Day in the Park, the Humane Society will be on site. Mayor Pro Tern Fernekes directed staff to notifY Harry Costa know about this ordinance so that he can inform special interest car owners who participate in Day in the Park. REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES JUNE 22, 2005 PAGE 5 Motion-Garbarino/Second-Matsumoto: To waive reading and introduce an ordinance adding three new sections to Chapter 36 of Title 10 ofthe South San Francisco Municipal Code, prohibiting the presence of both leashed and unleashed dogs in City parks on days when parks or park facilities have scheduled special events, and providing for penalties for violation and impoundment of offending animals. Unanimously approved by voice vote. COUNCIL COMMUNITY FORUM No report. ADJOURNMENT Being no further business, Mayor Green adjourned the meeting at 8:48 p.m. Submitted by: ;qt.-I':' ih. ~ Sylvia M. Payne, City Clerk City of South San Francisco Approved: ~~~'--J '-;t~~ Raymond L. Green, Mayor City of South San Francisc:o REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES JUNE 22, 2005 PAGE 6