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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes 2005-11-09 MINUTES CITY COUNCIL CITY OF SOUTH SAN FRANCISCO REGULAR MEETING WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 9, 2005 MUNICIPAL SERVICES BUILDJNG 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: Pastor John Cantley, Grace Covenant Church PRESENTATIONS · Fire Prevention Poster Contest Winners - Fire Captain Steve Mann gave a visual overview of the program and Fire Chief White and Councilmembers presented plaques to the following winners: Kindergarten: Billy Vidak Stephanie Arias Diego Morales Buri Buri Elementary Ponderosa Elementary S1. Veronica's School 1 st Grade Bernadette Miller Luis Vidal, Jr. All Souls School Martin Elementary 2nd Grade Brandon Cairo Amanda Vallecorse Spruce Elementary S1. Veronica's School 3 rd Grade Michael Herrera Brett Krol Sunshine Gardens Elementary Buri Buri Elementary 4th Grade Jason Chun Sally Choi Ponderosa Elementary Mater Dolorosa School 5th Grade Patricia Pacudan Tedrik Suesue Brittany Cairo Los Cerritos Elementary Los Cerritos Elementary Spruce Elementary AGENDA REVIEW City Manager Nagel requested Item No.1 0 be removed from the Agenda. PUBLIC COMMENTS Mr. Pedro Fernandez, resident, submitted a list of items of concern, including the suggestion that Council look into Google's offer of free wireless internet access for the community, a request for a 20' smoking ban from entrances to restaurants, bars, etc., and that the Physique Magnifique boxing gym, that was recently closed down, be re1ocatl:~d by the City. ITEMS FROM COUNCIL · Announcements · Committee Reports · Appoint subcommittee to meet with City Clerk Councilmembers reported on attendance at community and regional events, announced upcoming events and fundraisers, and acknowledged members of the community for their contributions. Under subcommittee reports, Mayor Pro Tern Fernekes reported that he and Councilman Garbarino met with staff to review the current nepotism policy and that the City Attorney will be coming back with recommendations for the full Council's consideration. He requested the Mayor appoint a subcommittee to review the color palette and other related items for the Fairfield Development project on Mission Road. He further requested that the Poletti case be scheduled for a closed session at the next Council meeting. Mayor Green appointed Mayor Pro Tern Fernekes and Councdman Garbarino to the Fairfield Development subcommittee. Councilman Garbarino suggested that through the Cultural Arts Commission, a piece of artwork be installed on the City Hall Annex landscaping in commemoration of the city's 100th birthday, and that a stone fountain be designed for the MSB Atrium area. Councilman Garbarino invited Ms. Mary Wong, owner of Raison D'etre Bakery, to the podium. Ms. Wong announced that her new wholesale bakery opened at 145 Starlite Street and stated appreciation to Council for the City's efficient permit process.. Councilwoman Matsumoto reported the Cultural Arts Commission is currently working on a sculpture piece for the Atrium with funds from Slough Development. She requested copies of the Chamber's budget-year to date, and a three-year profile of its membership for Council's review. She requested the meeting be adjourned in memory of Florence Ige, mother of Cultural Arts Commissioner Sandee Ige. Mayor Green stated that this was his last regular meeting and thanked the community for the opportunity to serve on Council. REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES NOVEMBER 9,2005 PAGE 2 Mayor Green appointed himself and Councilman Garbarino to serve on a subcommittee to meet with the City Clerk. CONSENT CALENDAR 1. Motion to approve the minutes of October 26, 2005 2. Motion to confirm expense claims of November 9, 2005 in the amount of$2,440,112.97 3. Motion to adopt an ordinance amending SSFMC Chapter 9.04, Animal Licensing and Control Item pulled from Consent Calendar. 4. Resolution authorizing execution of an amendment to the joint powers agreement terminating the Criminal Justice Council of San Mateo County and terminating the related joint powers agreement Item pulled from Consent Calendar. 5. Resolution No. 114-2005, authorizing acceptance of a donation from Genentech and appropriating funds to the Fire Department budget for use as part of the 2005 Fire Prevention Week Program 6. Resolution No. 115-2005, authorizing the acceptance of funds in the amount of$16,504 from Department of Conservation for the solid waste disposal and recycling program 7. Resolution endorsing the adoption of a risk management program Item pulled from Consent Calendar. 8. Resolution No. 116-2005, approving an amendment to the joint powers agreement with the San Mateo County Narcotics Task Force 9. Resolution No. 117-2005, approving the installation of stops signs on Alta Vista Drive at Conmur Street 10. Motion to accept the WQCP General Building Air-Conditioning Retrofit Project as complete in accordance with plans and specifications Item removed from the Agenda. 11. Motion to cancel meeting of November 23,2005 12. Acknowledgement of proclamation issued: "Be Sewer Smart"- Backup Prevention Month, November 2005 Councilwoman Matsumoto requested Item Nos. 4 and 7 be pulled, and Councilman Gonzalez requested Item No.3 be pulled. REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING NOVEMBER 9, 2005 MINUTES PAGE 3 Motion-Garbarino/Second-Matsumoto: To approve Consent Calendar Item Nos. 1,2,5, 6,8,9, 11 and 12. Unanimously approved by voice vote. Agenda Item No.3: In response to Councilman Gonzalez's request, staff summarized the purpose ofthe ordinance for the benefit of the public. Agenda Item No.4: Councilwoman Matsumoto questioned the donation of the fund balance to Rape Trauma Services, which staff explained was recommended by the Criminal Justice Council and selected as the most beneficial based on the Council's and Police Department's experience. Staff further explained that a South San Francisco non-profit was not recommended. Agenda Item No.7: Councilwoman Matsumoto shared with staff information regarding a FEMA pre-approved hazard mitigation plan program ,md staff stated it will look into the program. She stated that SamTrans has a document related to this matter and can be borrowed for the City's review. Motion-Garbarino/Second-Matsumoto: To approve Agenda Item No.3, Ordinance No. 1363-2005, amending SSFMC Chapter 9.04, Animal Licensing and Control; to approve Agenda Item No.4, Resolution 118-2005, authorizing execution of an amendment to the joint powers agreement terminating the Criminal Justice Council of San Mateo County and terminating the related joint powers agreement; and to approve Agenda Item No 7, Resolution No. 119-2005, endorsing the adoption of a risk management program. Unanimously approved by voice vote. ADMINISTRATIVE BUSINESS 13. Resolution approving an agreement with Kaiser Permanente for a farmers market at 1200 EI Camino Real for Kaiser employees and members Staff report presented by Assistant to the City Manager Kennedy. Councilmembers discussed with staff allowing off-site adve11ising and staff advised caution, as the Kaiser site has limited parking. Motion-GonzalezlSecond-Fernekes: To approve Resolution No. 120-2005, granting approval to Kaiser Hospital to operate a farmers' market for their employees and clients and authorizing the City Manager to execute agreements necessary for the operation of the market. Unanimously approved by voice vote. 14. Transmittal of first quarter FY 2005-06 financial report and resolution amending FY 2005-06 general fund operating budget to increase general fund revenues by a total of $1,176,672 Staff report presented by Finance Director Steele. Mayor Pro Tem Fernekes requested the budget subcommittee meet to review figures related to the $1 million VLF repayment and additional hotel income revenues. REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES NOVEMBER 9, 2005 PAGE 4 Councilman Garbarino questioned if the medicare billing issue has been resolved for the BLS ambulance service and staff stated the discrepancy will be researched in the next month. He strongly encouraged an aggressive PR program for the service be undertaken. Motion-Matsumoto/Second-Fernekes: To approve Resolution No. 121-2005, amending the 2005-06 general fund operating budget to increase general fund revenues by a total of $1,176,672. Unanimously approved by voice vote. 15. Resolution approving rate adjustment of current taxicab rate schedule Staff report presented by Police Chief Raffaelli. Councilwoman Matsumoto stated there was a discrepancy in the resolution, paragraph 4, "... the price of gasoline drops to $2.75 per gallon", and Chief Raffaelli stated the amount will be corrected to read $2.50, as stated in the staff report. Councilwoman Matsumoto and Councilman Gonzalez stated that residents have voiced complaints that taxi service at the BART station is unresponsive to local fares (refusing service and slow to respond to requests for pick-up) and needs to be more accommodating. Chief Raffaelli informed Council that the agreement with Peninsula Yellow Cab is that the needs of the community are to be met and he assured Council that the problem will be resolved. Motion-Matsumoto/Second-Garbarino: To approve Resolution No. 122-2005, granting Peninsula Yellow Cab Company a rate increase to the current taxicab rate schedule. Unanimously approved by voice vote. COUNCIL COMMUNITY FORUM No report. ADJOURNMENT Being no further business, Mayor Green adjourned the meeting at 8:50 p.m. in memory of Florence Ige; Councilwoman Matsumoto added the request to adjourn the meeting in honor of Mayor Green's service on Council. Submitted by: /).,!u{;' /h . e ,/ Sy~ M. Payne, City CleN City of South San Francisco Approved: ~~'1~ Raymond L. Green, Mayor City of South San Francisco REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES NOVEMBER 9, 2005 PAGE 5