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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes 2006-09-27 MINUTES CITY COUNCIL CITY OF SOUTH SAN FRANCISCO REGULAR MEETING WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 27,2006 MUNICIPAL SERVICES BUILDING COMMUNITY ROOM 33 ARROYO DRIVE CALL TO ORDER: 7:31 p.m. (Cassette Tape No.1) ROLL CALL: Present: Councilmembers Addiego, Gonzalez and Matsumoto, and Mayor Fernekes Absent: Vice Mayor Garbarino PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: Led by Mayor F ernekes INVOCATION: Pastor John Cantley, Grace Covenant Church PRESENTATIONS . Wireless Silicon Valley/Samcat WiFi Update - Information Technology Director Doug Hollis gave a visual presentation on the proposed wireless services, announced that the vendor selected by the joint venture is Metro Connect, and that an agreement will be presented to Council in November. . Annual Beautification A wards - Recreation and Community Services Supervisor Gus Vellis and Public Works Supervisor Dave Venturini presented awards to: 3900 Crofton Way, 364 Granada Drive (recipients were present), 304 Forest View Drive and 273 Westview Drive (recipients were present). AGENDA REVIEW City Manager Nagel announced that Kaiser Permanente submitted a letter requesting Item No.8 be continued to October 11, 2006. Councilmembers agreed to the request. Mayor Fernekes asked that the title ofItem No.8 be read by the City Clerk for the record: 8. Consideration of appeal of Planning Commission decision to deny use permit allowing a mobile computerized tomography imaging unit at the rear of the Kaiser Medical Center situated at 1200 El Camino Real in the Planned Commercial (P-C) Zoning District in accordance with SSFMC Chapters 20.24 and 20.81; Owner/Applicant: Kaiser Permanente Public hearing opened. Motion-Matsumoto/Second-Addiego: To continue the public hearing, appeal of Planning Commission decision by Kaiser Permanente, to October 11, 2006. Approved by voice vote. Absent: Vice Mayor Garbarino. PUBLIC COMMENTS The following speakers spoke regarding the shooting of a resident's dog by an off-duty police officer at Zamora Park on Monday, September 25,2006. Mayor Fernekes informed the public that the matter was being investigated by Police internal affairs. . Ms. Paulette Johns, resident, stated her concern with public safety in the park, that the shooting was unjustified and there should be repercussions for the officer. . Mr. Tarek Haiteh, resident, stated that there was no just cause for the shooting of his brother's dog by the police officer, and that an officer is someone you should be able to trust. He stated he would like to see this prevented from happening as it can have a detrimental affect on a family. . Ms Anna Zybaba, non-resident, stated her disappointment for the officer's actions and the lack of compassion for her nephew (owner ofthe shot dog). . Ms. Bonnie Joy Giusti, resident, gave an account of the incident, that she and her family members no longer feel safe in the park, and stated disappointment for the officer's actions. . Mr. Tony Wasaya, residency unknown, stated his concern regarding the incident and his understanding of what occurred. He stated the dog, Angel, played gently with children and that the officer misused his authority. At the request of Mayor Fernekes, Police Chief Raffaelli addressed the internal affairs investigation and stated that if policies or procedures were violated the officer would be disciplined. He informed the public that children were not present during the incident and that none of the speakers were present. In response to Councilman Addiego's question as to when the investigation report will be completed and Chief Raffaelli stated it will be done by the end of the week. Councilman Addiego offered to take calls from members of the public who felt uncomfortable to comment in a public forum, and Mayor Fernekes stated the public can feel free to call any Councilmember regarding the incident. ITEMS FROM COUNCIL . Announcements . Committee Reports Councilmembers reported on attendance at community events and regional meetings, announced upcoming events and fundraisers, and acknowledged members of the community for their contributions. Councilman Addiego reported that the Council subcommittee on health benefits (Fernekes/ Addiego) met with staff and will meet again in a few weeks. Councilman Gonzalez stated he is working with the police department on a second series of meetings with parents regarding gangs. REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES SEPTEMBER 27,2006 PAGE 2 Councilwoman Matsumoto requested October be proclaimed Disability Awareness Month and read a prepared proclamation. Mayor Fernekes requested the item be agendized for the first meeting in October. Mayor Fernekes also reported on the health benefits subcommittee meeting and that he and Councilman Addiego are reviewing the extensive amount of information that was provided by staff. CONSENT CALENDAR 1. Motion to approve the minutes of September 13,2006 2. Motion to confirm expense claims of September 27,2006 in the amount of$2,367,078.79 3. Resolution authorizing the acceptance of funding from the Woodlawn Foundation and Reading is Fundamental, Inc. to support Project Read services in the amount of $26,000 Councilman Addiego requested the item be pulled from Consent. 4. Resolution certifYing the mitigated negative declaration for Wet Weather Program Phase II Councilwoman Matsumoto requested the item be pulled from Consent. 5. Resolution expressing support for Propositions lA, 1B, 1C, 1D, and IE and Proposition 84 in the November 7,2006 General Election Councilwoman Matsumoto requested the item be pulled from Consent. 6. Acknowledgement of proclamation issued: Genentech, Inc. 30th Anniversary, 9/15/06 Motion-Addiego/Second-Gonzalez: To approve Consent Calendar Item Nos. 1, 2 and 6. Approved by voice vote. Absent: Vice Mayor Garbarino. Item No.3: Councilman Addiego gave background information on Woodlawn Foundation, its inception, and generosity through the efforts of former Chairman of the Board John Herman. Staff report presented by Library Director Sommer. Motion-Addiego/Second-Gonzalez: To approve Resolution No. 75-2006, authorizing the acceptance of $26,000 in funding from the Woodlawn Foundation and Reading Is Fundamental, Inc. to support Project Read services and amending the Library Department's 2006-07 operating budget. Approved by voice vote. Absent: Vice Mayor Garbarino. Item No.4: Councilwoman Matsumoto asked for clarification of the timing of the improvements for Phase II and City Engineer Razavi stated it will be completed by October, 2007. He further clarified that these improvements are not part of the cease and desist order. REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES SEPTEMBER 27, 2006 PAGE 3 Motion-Matsumoto/Second-Gonzalez: To approve Resolution No. 76-2006, adopting a mitigated negative declaration and mitigation monitoring and reporting program for the Phase II Wet Weather Program generally located west of the 101 freeway. Approved by voice vote. Absent: Vice Mayor Garbarino. Item No.5: Councilmembers Matsumoto and Addiego stated they were not in support of the resolution. Councilman Gonzalez requested the staff report be presented so the public can hear the information. Mayor Fernekes suggested the item be pulled and City Manager Nagel offered a brief report on each of the measures for the benefit ofthe public. Staff report presented by City Engineer Razavi. By consensus of Council the item was removed from the agenda, no action taken. PUBLIC HEARING 7. Resolution authorizing submittal of the 2005-06 Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report (CAPER) to the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) Staffreport presented by Community Development Coordinator O'Shaughnessy. Public hearing opened and closed. Report reviewed and accepted as submitted. Motion-Matsumoto/Second-Addiego: To approve Resolution No. 78-2006, authorizing submittal of the 2004-05 Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report (CAPER) to the Department of Housing and Urban Development. Approved by voice vote. Absent: Vice Mayor Garbarino. Item No. 8 was considered under "Agenda Review" 9. Consideration of annual child care fee increase in accordance with South San Francisco Municipal Code Section 20.115.030. Staff report presented by Assistant City Manager Van Duyn. Report reviewed and accepted as submitted. Motion-Matsumoto/Second-Gonzalez: To approve Resolution No. 77-2006, increasing the Child Care Facility Impact Fee in accordance with SSFMC Section 20.1 15.030(F). Approved by voice vote. Absent: Vice Mayor Garbarino. REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES SEPTEMBER 27, 2006 PAGE 4 ADMINISTRATIVE BUSINESS 10. Year end financial results and budget closing for 2005-06 Visual presentation and staff report given by Finance Director Steele. Councilwoman Matsumoto asked the City's loan repayment to the Transportation Authority (T A) can be re-negotiated and City Manager Nagel stated it will be re-visited as we now have a representative (Mayor Fernekes) on the Authority. With regards to the Police Department budget, Councilman Addiego asked that Council be provided with the breakdown on the backfill costs for military personnel. Motion-Gonzalez/Second-Addiego: To approve Resolution No. 79-2006, approving various budget actions that allow staff to close the books for Fiscal Year 2005-06. Approved by voice vote. Absent: Vice Mayor Garbarino. COUNCIL COMMUNITY FORUM No report. ADJOURNMENT Being no further business, Mayor Fernekes adjourned the meeting at 9:08 p.m. Submitted by: m7~ Sylvia M. Payne, City Clerk City of South San Francisco ~ved: _ 'l. ~( )~)tA ~-.'.'. .. ~... ~- ..Y:T~seph A. Ferne~es, MayO~ City of South San Francisco REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES SEPTEMBER 27, 2006 PAGE 5