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July 27~ 1976
M I NUT E S
of the regular meeting of the South San Francisco Planning Commission
TIME: 8:00 P.M.
DATE: JULY 27, 1976
PLACE: WEST ORANGE LIBRARY AUDITORIUM
MEMBERS PRESENT: Vice-Chairman Teglia, Commissioners Bertucelli, Goldberg,
Hale~ Mathewson, Mullin
MEMBERS ABSENT: Chairman Slade
ALSO PRESENT: City Planner
David C. Hale
Acting City Manager
Zoning Administrator
Acting Director of Public Services
Frank J. Addiego
William Costanzo
MINUTES OF PREVIOUS MEETING
Minutes of the Planning Commission meeting of July 13, 1976.
Commissioner Mathewson moved that the minutes of the regular meeting of
the South San Francisco Planning Commission of July 13, 1976, be approved.
The motion was seconded by Commissioner Mullin and was passed by the
following roll call vote:
AYES: Commissioners Bertucelli, Goldberg, Hale, Mathewson,
Mullin and Acting Chairman Teglia
NOES: None
ABSENT: Chairman Slade
ABSTAINED: None
ANNOUNCEMENT CONCERNING TAPE RECORDING OF MEETING
Acting Chairman Teglia announced that this meeting of the South San Francisco
Planning Commission would be recorded on tape, but that anyone who wished
to come before the Commission to be heard, but who objected to having his
or her voice recorded in this manner, could request the Chairman to order
the tape recorder turned "offll for the duration of the time that he or
she is speaking or is heard.
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ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT REPORT
SOLIDS MANAGEMENT PROGRAM
Draft Environmental Impact Report for the proposed North Bayside System Unit
Solids Management Program.
Secretary Hale presented the staff report, noting that this matter was
continued from the July 13, 1976, Planning Commission meeting.
Commissioner Mullin requested to know why the cities of Pacifica, Daly
City and Colma were not included in this program. Michael Joyce of Jenks
and Harrison noted that San Mateo County broke the county into three
designated areas and that these three cities were in another area.
Acting City Manager Addiego noted to the Commission that the City Council
had voted on a Solids Management Plan for South San Francisco, as well as
the other cities involved in this program.
There was some discussion on why Tillo was not being considered to be
utilized on a 100 percent basis. Acting City Manager Addiego explained
that if Tillo were used 100 percent, there would be no room for flexibility.
He further explained that this operation was not a reliable one in the
sense that sludge is mixed with certain other products for fertilizer,
and that if one of these products should become depleted, there would be
nothing to be done with the sludge. Fire problems at Tillo were also
discussed, however, it was noted that these problems had been resolved.
There was some discussion on the possibility of barging the sludge instead
of using Ox Mountain. Mr. Joyce explained that the question of barging
would be addressed in the regional plan and that barging was a possibility.
He further noted that our plan could be adapted to what the regional plan
mi ght propose.
Commissioner Mathewson requested to know who would be responsible for
moving the sludge and carrying it to Ox Mountain. Mr. Joyce said that
the cities involved would have to get together and work out a collection
and carrying system. He further noted that some mobile units are now
grant fundable.
The requi rel'lle;nts for sludge were di scussed. Mr. Joyce noted that the 1 aw
s ta tes tha t sludge mus t be dewa tered to 50 percentlTl()'is':QU~J;} o~STess<,<'un 1 es s
artificial leaching is provided. He also stated that it must be spadeable.
Commissioner Mullin expressed his feeling that instead of utilizing trucks
for transporting sludge at two to three miles per gallon, this particular
by-product could possibly be better used in energy generation, possibly
pyrolysis. Mr. Joyce explained that pyrolysis is the proeess of incinera-
tion in the absence of oxygen and that it requires a great deal of
technology and involves millions of dollars. He further explained that
there is not much of a market in the area for composttng operations because
this area is basically ~rban.
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EIR, Solids Management Program, contid
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There was some discussion on the large amount of sludge generated by the
City of Burlingame. It was noted by Mr. Joyce that Burlingame has a
significant amount of industrial discharge and that the cleaning of the
trunk lines at the present time has added to it. He did note, however,
that when the cleaning project is completed, there would still be a high
volume of discharge.
Commissioner Mathewson introduced Resolution No. 2194 certifying that the
Environmental Impact Report prepared for the proposed North Bayside System
Unit Solids Management Program complies with the guidelines established
by the City Council of the City of South San Francisco and the State
Guidelines of the California Environmental Quality Act. The Commission
unanimously voted to certify the EIR and to adopt the Resolution.
PM-76-132
PM-76-132, a request of Cabot, Cabot & Forbes for a Tentative Parcel Map
to adjust property lines and to create three parcels from four parcels,
located at the northeast corner of Forbes Boulevard and Eccles Avenue.
Secretary Hale presented the staff report.
Proponent: Don Bruzzone
Cabot, Cabot & Forbes
1 Maritime Plaza
San Francisco, CA
Opponents: None
Mr. Bruzzone explained to the Commission th~t after numerous negotiations
with Simplicity Pattern Company, they finally agreed to sell a 22 foot strip
of land to Cabot, Cabot & Forbes I new tenant, which meets their needs.
Mr. Bruzzone asked that the wording in Special Condition #1 be changed
to say that they would IIrelinquish access across the rail spur across
Eccles Avenue to Lot 56,11 instead of 1I...dedicate to the City a one foot
strip...1I Staff and the Commission agreed to this change.
Commissioner Goldberg moved that PM-76-132 be approved, with the afore-
mentioned change in Special Condition #1, subject to the conditions and
limitations in the staff report. Commissioner Bertucelli seconded the
motion and it was approved unanimously.
PM-76-l33
PM-76-133, a request of Pacific Telephone for a Tentative Parcel Map to
adjust property lines on four parcels located on the northerly side of
Hurlti ngton Avenue, between South Spruce Avenue and the Ci ty I S boundary.
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PM-76-l33, contid
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applicant was not present at this meeting. Consequently Commissioner
Hale moved to continue this item to the Planning Commission meeting of
August 10, 1976. Commissioner Goldberg seconded the motion and it was
approved unanimously.
ZA-76-2
ZA-76-2, a request of the City of South San Francisco for the Planning
Commission to consider amendments to the Cityis Zoning Ordinance relating
to R-2 development standards and to minimum requirements for Planned Unit
Developments.
Secretary Hale presented the staff report and illustrated the number of units
that could be built in the R-2 zone if the density were made 2500 square
feet per unit.
Zoning Administrator Costanzo noted to the Commission that IIArchitectural
Committee controlll could be put into the wording to keep some control on
building. Commissioner Mullin noted that an alternative to this would be
the stipulation that with the 2500 square foot density per unit, a PUD
could be required, leaving the Planning Commission in control of the design.
There was some discussion on whether the existing utilities would be adequate
for the higher density. Acting City Manager Addiego explained that if the
Planning Division would prepare a map indicating what might be proposed in
these areas, the Engineering Division would be able to determine the impact
on utilities.
Commissioner Goldberg asked if there were statistics available which compared
the use of various utilities in apartments versus homes. Secretary Hale
said that there was. Commission Goldberg stated that density should be con-
sidered in terms of people, automobiles, etcetera.
The Commission directed staff to prepare the map indicating what. might be
proposed in these R-2 and PUD areas and for this matter to be brought back
to them after Engineering has made a determination of the impact on utilities.
GOOD AND WELFARE
Secretary Hale expressed his thanks and appreciation to the Commission for
their support and help during his two year tenure with the City. The
Commission also expressed their appreciation of Secretary Halels expertise
in the field of Planning and wished him all the success in his new venture.
Commissioner Mullin asked what the $5,000 to do work at the Treatment Plant
would be used for. Acting City Manager Addiego noted that it was for
maintenance purposes only, i.e. repair of windows and doors, etcetera.
Commissioner Mullin noted that he would not be in attendance at the August
10, 1976, Planning Commission meeting.
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Good and Welfare, cont'd
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The Commission requested the dates for the City Council hearings on Chavez,
Kuhns and Sutter Hill. Secretary Hale stated taht Chavez and Kuhns would
be held on July 28 and that Sutter Hill would be held on August 5.
There being nothing further to be considered under Good and Welfare and no
communications or other matters of interest for the Commission, Acting
Chairman Teglia announced that the next regular meeting of the Planning
Commission would be held on August 10, 1976, at 8:00 p.m. at West Orange
Library Auditorium.
The meeting was adjourned at 10:30
p.m. ~ ~~ Ir
Roberta Teglia, Acting Chairman
Planning Commission
City of South San Francisco
David C. Hale, Secretary
Planning Commission
City of South San Francisco
NOTE:
The entries of this Planning Commission meeting indicate the action taken
~o dispose of each item. Oral presentations, arguments and documents are
recorded on tape. The tapes are available in the office of the City
Planner. Documents related to the items discussed are on file in the
office of the City Planner and are available for public inspection.
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