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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes 2005-07-27 MINUTES CITY COUNCIL CITY OF SOUTH SAN FRANCISCO REGULAR MEETING ~;VEDNESDA Y, JULY 27, 2005 MUNICIP AL SERVICES BUILDING COMMUNITY ROOM 33 ARROYO DRIVE CALL TO ORDER: 7:30 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: Given by Pastor John Cantley, Grace Covenant Church PRESENTATIONS · Update on gang activity in the community - Police Corporal Bruce McPhillips, School Liaison Officer, gave a visual presentation that provided information on various Countywide programs, such as Project "Safe Summer", initiated to combat gang activities. He further discussed the progress the police department has made to reduce gang violence, enforcement strategies, and the gang reduction information database (GRID). · Revitalization of Willow Gardens - Housing and Redevelopment Manager Norma Fragoso gave a visual presentation highlighting the fac;ade improvements made by Mid- Peninsula Housing Coalition.. There was a comparison of the before and after work, both interior and exterior, and a review of code enforcement activities. AGENDA REVIEW No changes. PUBLIC COMMENTS Mr. Roy Bava, resident, made a public announcement that the Plymire-Schwarz House was celebrating its 100th anniversary on October 2, 2005, from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. He stated that any assistance the City could provide that day, regarding police and fire services, would be appreciated. The following residents spoke with concern regarding the tall pine trees that border their homes around Westborough Park. The property owners stated that the trees damaged their homes during rainstorms, and that the pine needles clog downspouts and drain pipes, and are a fire hazard. · Mrs. Letiticia Tess Torres, resident (copy ofletter and petition submitted to Council) · Mrs. Edna Alfonso, resident · Mr. Sam Lazar, resident In response to Mayor Green's direction to follow up on the matter, City Manager Nagel stated the City does have a tree ordinance, the trees will be examined for health and safety problems, and staff will contact the residents and report back to Council. 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. Councilwoman Matsumoto gave an update on the Orange Memorial Park community building design subcommittee meeting (Fernekes/Matsumoto). She further stated that the Terrabay Phase III design subcommittee (Fernekes/Matsumoto) met with the developer to discuss the proposed mixed-use development. Councilwoman Matsumoto requested tonight's meeting be adjourned in memory of Carolyn Lee Mitsuda, a long time resident of South San Francisco. Mayor Pro Tern Fernekes reported on the recent Day in the Park subcommittee meeting (Fernekes/Matsumoto) and that a status report will be given at the August 24 Council meeting. The Farmers Market subcommittee (Fernekes/Matsumoto) met with Kaiser Permanente representatives to discuss a proposal to hold a farmers market at its EI Camino Real facility on Tuesdays. He stated the matter will be considered at a future Council meeting. In reference to the Aetna Realty lawsuit, City Attorney Williams advised Council that the State Court of Appeals affirmed the San Nlateo County Superior Court's decision in the City's favor upholding the general plan's designation of 25 acres on the north side of Sign Hill as open space, one unit per acre, with no clustered housing. CONSENT CALENDAR 1. Motion to approve the minutes of July 13, 2005 2. Motion to confirm expense claims of July 27,2005 in the amount of$5,729,376.84 3. Resolution No. 85-2005, authorizing amendment to the professional services agreement with Meyers, Nave, Riback, Silver and Wilson 4. Resolution No. 86-2005, approving the proposed updated SFO/Community Roundtable Memorandum of Understanding 5. Resolution No. 87-2005, authorizing the installation of stop signs on Railroad Avenue at Magnolia Avenue REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES JULY 27, 2005 PAGE 2 6. Motion to accept the Common Greens Irrigation Upgrade Project as complete in accordance with plans and specifications 7. Resolution No. 88-2005, authorizing the submittal of an application to the Bay Area Air Quality Management District for funds to reduce emissions from eight South San Francisco Scavenger Company solid waste collection vehicles in the amount of $88,200 8. Resolution No. 89-2005, accepting grant funding from various sources to support the Library's Artist in the Middle, Reader Leader and Summer Reading Club programs in the amount of $28,233 Motion-Matsumoto/Second-Garbarino: To approve the Consent Calendar as submitted. Unanimously approved by voice vote. PUBLIC HEARING 9. Consideration of a resolution establishing Stormwater Management Program charges for the FY 2005-06 and a resolution adopting the Finance Director's Report on FY 2005-06 Stormwater Management Service Fees Public hearing opened. Staff report presented by WQCP consultant, Ray Honan. Public hearing closed. Motion/Fernekes/Second-Garbarino: To approve Resolution No. 90-2005 approving stormwater management service charges for FY 2005-2006 and Resolution No. 91-2005 adopting a report of stormwater management services fees for FY 2005-2006 pursuant to SSFMC Section 14.04.110. Unanimously approved by voice vote. ADJOURNMENT Being no further business, Mayor Green adjourned the meeting in memory of Carolyn Lee Mitsuda at 8:37 p.m. Submitted by: 4tv{~m.~ Sylvia M. Payne, City Clerk City of South San Francisco Approved: ~ ~ ---P F~~ < L'\<.~~~ ~. Raymond L. Green, Mayor City of South San Francisco REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES JULY 27, 2005 PAGE 3