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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes 2021-09-08 @6:00MINUTES 8A"��2 REGULAR MEETING o� CITY COUNCIL *"''"�`� CITY OF SOUTH SAN FRANCISCO c4LIFOY, WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 8, 2021 6:00 p.m. Hybrid In-PersonNirtual Meeting City Council conducted this meeting in-person and remotely via the ZOOM virtual meeting platform in accordance with California Governor Newsom's Executive Orders N-29-20, N-63-20, N-08-21, and COVID-19 pandemic protocols. CALL TO ORDER Mayor Addiego called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m. ROLL CALL Councilmember Coleman, present in Council Chambers Councilmember Flores, present in Council Chambers Councilmember Nicolas, present in Council Chambers Vice Mayor Nagales, present in Council Chambers Mayor Addiego, present in Council Chambers PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE Nita Baxter led the Pledge of Allegiance. AGENDA REVIEW None. ANNOUNCEMENTS FROM STAFF None. PRESENTATIONS Proclamation recognizing September as Childhood Cancer Awareness Month. (Mark Addiego, Mayor) Mayor Addiego read into the record and presented the proclamation recognizing September as Childhood Cancer Awareness month to Jesus Pena, father of Juliana, 33 -month-old, who lost her life to cancer. Mr. Pena expressed his appreciation to the City Council for its support and recognition of Childhood Cancer Awareness Month. He encouraged the community to advocate for additional government funding for childhood cancer treatment. 2. Certificate Recognizing Mater Dolorosa Catholic Parish's 601h Anniversary, September 15, 1961-2021. (Mark Addiego, Mayor) Councilmember Nicolas read into the record and presented the certificate recognizing Mater Dolorosa Catholic Parish's 60th Anniversary to Father De la Rosa. Father De la Rosa thanked the Council for their recognition of the parish community. 3. Proclamation Recognizing September as National Prostate Cancer Awareness Month. (Mark Addiego, Mayor) Councilmember Coleman read into the record a proclamation recognizing September as National Prostate Cancer Awareness month, indicating Dr. Chauser, Seton Medical Center, was unable to attend the meeting but would receive the proclamation in the mail. Meeting recessed: 6:13 p.m. Meeting resumed: 6:16p. m. 4. Proclamation Recognizing National Hispanic Heritage Month September 15, 2021 — October 15, 2021. (Eddie Flores, Councilmember) Councilmember Flores read into the record a proclamation recognizing National Hispanic Heritage Month in both English and Spanish. Martin Cruz Barajas, Artistic Director and Co - Founder of Ballet Folklorico Alma de Mexico, accepted the proclamation on behalf of the Latino community and thanked the Council for its support and recognition. Councilmember Flores invited the community to join him on Thursday, September 16, 2021, at 6:00 p.m. for the flag -raising ceremony celebrating Hispanic Heritage month at City Hall. 5. Presentation by Renaissance Entrepreneurship Center and JobTrain on Small Business and Workforce Development Services. (Ernesto Lucero, Economic Development Coordinator) Ernesto Lucero, Economic Development Coordinator, introduced Amanda Anthony, North County Business Resource Center — Renaissance, who provided an overview of the services available to the community and invited the community to a Renaissance Centennial Pop-up event on September 25, 2021, from 12 - 5:00 p.m. Julia Horiuchi, JobTrain, provided an overview of their services. PUBLIC COMMENTS None. COUNCIL COMMENTS/REQUESTS Vice Mayor Nagales expressed his gratitude for the tree lighting event raising awareness of childhood cancer. He invited the community to participate in the September 14, 2021, Gubernatorial Recall election and submit a vote in person, by mail, or at a drop-off location. He requested information on the current construction on Westborough Boulevard. Public Works Director Eugene Kim discussed the ongoing fiber optic project and noted that staff continued to work with contractors to adjust construction during school hours. REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING SEPTEMBER 8, 2021 MINUTES PAGE 2 Councilmember Nicolas thanked Mayor Addiego for hosting the tree lighting ceremony. She invited the community to participate and receive the FDA- approved COVID-19 vaccine. Councilmember Coleman invited the community to participate in the election and explained voter registration. He requested the Council considers approving a non-profit center to provide resources to the community. Councilmember Flores invited the community to take advantage of ongoing resources for families in need. He reminded residents of the opportunity to obtain clean air purifiers through the South San Francisco Clean Air @ Home (CAH). Mayor Addiego acknowledged the tragedy of 9/11 and informed the community that the Veterans' and First Responders BBQ, hosted by the Peninsula Special Interest Lion Club for Sunday, September 12, 2021, was canceled due to the rise of COVID-19 cases. At the request of City Clerk Govea Acosta, the meeting was adjourned in memory of Cesar Valadez, a South San Francisco resident. CONSENT CALENDAR The City Clerk duly read the Consent Calendar, after which Council voted and engaged in discussion of specific item as follows. The following individuals provided virtual (Zoom) public comments: • Mina Richardson 6. Motion to approve the Minutes for the meetings of July 14, 2021, and July 26, 2021 7. Report regarding Resolution No. 159-2021 determining the continued existence of an emergency and the need to continue emergency repairs in response to the Sign Hill Diamond Fire. (Greg Mediati, Deputy Director of Parks and Recreation) 8. Report regarding Resolution No. 160-2021 authorizing the acceptance of donations, grants, and stipends from various funders totaling $267,026 for Fiscal Year 2021-22 to support Parks and Recreation Department programs and events and amending the Parks and Recreation Department's Fiscal Year 2021-22 Operating Budget pursuant to budget amendment #22.018. (Greg Mediati, Deputy Director of Parks and Recreation) 9. Report regarding adoption of Ordinance No. 1627-2021 to make California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) determinations and to adopt a Zoning Text Amendment to prohibit Research & Development uses in the El Camino Real Corridor; modify the definitions of Freight Truck/Warehouse uses to introduce a Parcel Hub definition and where these uses are conditionally permitted or prohibited; and update the Accessory Dwelling Unit performance standards to comply with new State Law changes. (Tony Rozzi, Chief Planner) Item No. 8 - Councilmember Flores noted that he was a member of the Friends of South San Francisco Parks and Recreation but, on the advice of the City Attorney, would not be recusing himself from the motion. Motion — Vice Mayor Nagales/Second – Councilmember Coleman: To approve Consent Calendar items 6, 7, 8 and 9, by roll call vote: AYES: Councilmembers Coleman, Flores, and Nicolas, Vice Mayor Nagales and Mayor Addiego; NAYS: None; ABSENT: None; ABSTAIN: None. REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING SEPTEMBER 8, 2021 MINUTES PAGE 3 ADMINISTRATIVE BUSINESS 10. Report regarding Resolution No. 161-2021 awarding a construction contract to Golden Bay Construction, Inc. of Hayward, California for the 2021 Concrete and Green Infrastructure Project (No. st2203, Bid No. 2653) in an amount not to exceed $986,622, authorizing a total construction contract authority budget of $1,231,622, and authorizing the City Manager to execute the agreement on behalf of the City. (Angel Torres, Senior Civil Engineer) Angel Torres, the Senior Civil Engineer, presented the report and noted that the 2021 Concrete and Green Infrastructure Project would create ADA -compliant concrete curb ramps at about 88 places. Railroad Avenue, First Avenue, Second Avenue, Third Avenue, Fourth Avenue, Orange Avenue, Magnolia Avenue, Pine Terrace, and Maple Avenue have ADA -accessible curb ramps. The concrete upgrade project entails replacing non -ADA compliance concrete curb ramps with ADA compliant curb ramps. Vice Mayor Nagales inquired about the former complaints on curb ramps. Senior Civil Engineer Torres and Director of Public Works Kim explained designs to avoid tripping hazards and modified drain inlets. Councilmember Nicolas inquired about the process of correcting items identified following construction. Senior Civil Engineer Torres explained the project contingency and the need to retain ADA compliance. He explained the 25% contingency amount. Director of Public Works Kim explained the required precise grades and sloped to meet ADA requirements and new green infrastructure increasing the contingency amount. Councilmember Flores thanked staff and inquired about temporary street parking and traffic flow in the vicinity. Senior Civil Engineer Torres explained limited pedestrian access, large equipment, and reduced parking. He stated the contractor was responsible for providing advanced notification and appropriate signage. Councilmember Flores cautioned against reduced parking on Maple Avenue and Pine Terrace. He suggested contacting All Souls School to work on traffic impacts. Mayor Addiego noted the success of the contractor in Sunshine Gardens. He thanked the staff for their work. Motion — Councilmember Nicolas/Second – Vice Mayor Nagales: To approve Resolution No. 161- 2021 awarding a construction contract to Golden Bay Construction, Inc. of Hayward, California for the 2021 Concrete and Green Infrastructure Project (No. st2203, Bid No. 2653) in an amount not to exceed $986,622, authorizing a total construction contract authority budget of $1,231,622, and authorizing the City Manager to execute the agreement on behalf of the City, by roll call vote: AYES: Councilmembers Coleman, Flores, and Nicolas, Vice Mayor Nagales and Mayor Addiego; NAYS: None; ABSENT: None; ABSTAIN: None. 11. Report regarding Resolution No. 162-2021 amending the Parks and Recreation Department's position budget for Fiscal Year 2021-22. (Greg Mediati, Deputy Director of Parks and Recreation) Deputy Director of Parks and Recreation Mediati presented the report and provided an overview of the staffing for the department. He requested that the City Council amend the Parks and Recreation Department's position budget to include an additional Building Maintenance Stationary Engineer, REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING SEPTEMBER 8, 2021 MINUTES PAGE 4 Recreation and Community Services Supervisor, Lead Park Maintenance Worker, Senior Park Maintenance Worker, and Park Maintenance Worker, as well as an additional Building Maintenance Stationary Engineer, Recreation and Community Services Supervisor, Lead Park Maintenance Worker, Senior Park Maintenance Worker, and Park Maintenance Worker. Vice Mayor Nagales inquired about Department staffing and the staff position paid through Measure W. Deputy Director of Parks and Recreation Mediati explained the capital project management position. Vice Mayor Nagales discussed the need to train staff on building equipment and warrantied repairs. He expressed his support for the childcare coordinator position and requested clarification on the hiring process. City Manager Futrell explained the hiring process and timeline. Director of Capital Projects Gilchrist provided clarification of the proposed position. Motion — Councilmember Flores/Second – Councilmember Nicolas: To approve Resolution No. 162-2021 amending the Parks and Recreation Department's position budget for Fiscal Year 2021-22, by roll call vote: AYES: Councilmembers Coleman, Flores, and Nicolas, Vice Mayor Nagales and Mayor Addiego; NAYS: None; ABSENT: None; ABSTAIN: None. ITEMS FROM COUNCIL – COMMITTEE REPORTS AND ANNOUNCEMENTS Vice Mayor Nagales informed the community that he would be sworn in as Vice President of the League of California Cities - Peninsula Division during the League of California Cities Annual Conference. CLOSED SESSION Entered Closed Session: 7:20 p.m. Resumed from Closed Session: 8:16p. m. 12. Conference with Legal Counsel –Anticipated Litigation (Pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9) Initiation of Litigation: One potential case (Sky Woodruff, City Attorney and Christina Fernandez, Assistant to the City Manager) 13. Conference with Legal Counsel – Anticipated Litigation Significant exposure to litigation pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(2): One potential case (Sky Woodruff, City Attorney, Kyle Royer, RTGR Law, and Leah Lockhart, Human Resources Director) Report out of Closed Session by Mayor Addiego: No reportable action. ADJOURNMENT Being no further business Mayor Addiego adjourned the meeting in memory of South San Francisco resident, Cesar Valadez at 8:17 p.m. Respectfully st4bmitted by: osa Govea Acosta, CMC, CPMC City Clerk Approved by: O�A A-i4v Mark Addiego Mayor Approved by the City Council: / �9 / o� 7 / �2oa i REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES SEPTEMBER 8, 2021 PAGE 5