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F - REGULAR MEETING
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CITY COUNCIL
CITY OF SOUTH SAN FRANCISCO
WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 08, 2023
6:30 p.m.
Library Parks and Recreation Building
901 Civic Campus Way, South San Francisco, CA
CALL TO ORDER
Mayor Nicolas called the meeting to order at 6:30 p.m.
ROLL CALL
Councilmember Addiego, present
Councilmember Coleman, present
Councilmember Flores, present
Vice Mayor Nagales, present
Mayor Nicolas, present
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Mayor Nicolas requested President of Sister Cities Frank McAuley to lead the pledge.
AGENDA REVIEW
No changes.
ANNOUNCEMENTS FROM STAFF
• Greg Mediati, Director of Parks and Recreation
• Christina Fernandez, Deputy City Manager
• Marissa Garren, Public Works Management Analyst I
PRESENTATIONS
1. Proclamation Celebrating November 14, 2023, as Ruby Bridges Day. (Flor Nicolas, Mayor)
Mayor Nicolas presented a proclamation to Mrs. Carlino and Martin Elementary School students. The
students read the proclamation aloud, shared they were honored to be present, and thanked the Council
for allowing them to represent Ruby Bridges Walk to School Day.
2. Proclamation Recognizing November as Native American Heritage Month. (Flor Nicolas,
Mayor)
Mayor Nicolas presented the proclamation to Management Analyst Amanda Parker. Management
Analyst Parker shared her gratitude for accepting the proclamation in recognition of Native American
Heritage Month.
3. Proclamation Celebrating Small Business Saturday. (Flor Nicolas, Mayor)
Mayor Nicolas presented the proclamation to Carlos Reyes Jr. of Renaissance Entrepreneurship
Center. Carlos accepted the proclamation and thanked the Council for their recognition.
4. Presentation of Medal of Valor to Sergeant Chris Devan and Officer Matt Zander for their
bravery and courage saving two passengers in a vehicle fire.
Chief Campbell honored Sergeant Devan and Officer Zander with a Medal of Valor for their
exceptional bravery and heroism.
PUBLIC COMMENTS — NON -AGENDA ITEMS
The following individual(s) addressed the City Council:
• Frank McAuley, President of Sister Cities Association
COUNCIL COMMENTS/REQUESTS
Mayor Nicolas noted that this is the first meeting of the Library Parks and Recreation (LPR) Center
and also her last meeting presiding as Mayor. She provided an overview of the activities and events
she attended. Mayor Nicolas thanked the dedicated staff for their work and dedication to the city and
the community. She thanked the City Manager's Office for their assistance with the State of the City
address and congratulated the South San Francisco Chamber of Commerce for a successful 35th
annual Taste of South San Francisco. She requested the meeting be adjourned in memory of Andres
Bonilla Cudal, WWII survivor, who recently received a congressional gold medal at 104 years of age.
Vice Mayor Nagales highlighted the Council of Cities hosted at the Library Parks and Recreation
Center and thanked the City Manager and staff for putting it all together. He also noted his attendance
at Citizen's Academy and encourages residents to continue to stay involved. He thanked Mayor
Nicolas for her State of the City address and guidance this year. Lastly, he highlighted the opening of
the LPR Center and its multi -purpose use.
Councilmember Coleman highlighted the opening of the LPR Center and shared how this facility has
become a great family friendly facility. He provided an update of events attended including the Taste
of South San Francisco and San Mateo County Housing Our People Effectively (HOPE) meeting. He
also noted the importance of attracting the 20- to 30-year-old demographic and suggested the Parks
and Recreation Department host a focus group to understand the needs of the community.
Councilmember Flores recognized and thanked staff for their hard work during these last few weeks
in assisting with the opening and celebration of multiple. He also recognized the importance of the
new building and noted it has been well attended. He thanked the South San Francisco Chamber of
Commerce for assisting small businesses. He also highlighted the mental health event "Sana, sana,
Colita de Rana" attended by over 400 community members. He thanked San Mateo County Behavior
Health and Recovery Services for their work in bringing the event to South San Francsico and noted
the collaboration with Supervisor Horsley and Supervisor Canepa. He encouraged residents to
participate in the SSF Citizens' Academy. Lastly, he invited the community to join the Ruby Bridges
Walk to School event on November 14th at the steps of City Hall and highlighted the holiday
decorations.
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Councilmember Addiego noted the importance of the grand opening of the LPR Center and how it
has become a place for members of the community. He thanked the community for approving
Measure W as it was the investment that allowed the city to construct such a great facility. He
requested the meeting be adjourned in memory of South San Francisco resident Larry Casey Jr.
CONSENT CALENDAR
The City Clerk duly read the Consent Calendar, after which Council voted and engaged in discussion
of specific item as follows. Item No. 9 was pulled by Councilmember Addiego for further discussion.
5. Motion to approve the Minutes for October 23, 2023, October 25, 2023 and November 1,
2023. (Rosa Govea Acosta, City Clerk)
6. Report regarding Resolution No. 165-2023 approving the amendments to the City Council
Procedures and Protocols Handbook. (Rosa Govea Acosta, City Clerk and Sky Woodruff,
City Attorney)
7. Report regarding Resolution No. 166-2023 authorizing the acceptance of $9,465.62 in grant
funding from the Department of Justice for soft armor vests for the South San Francisco Police
Department and approving Budget Amendment 24.017. (Ken Chetcuti, Police Lieutenant)
8. Report regarding Resolution No. 167-2023 approving Program Guidelines for a new Small
Business Post -Pandemic Recovery Grant Program for businesses in South San Francisco.
(Ernesto Lucero, Economic Development Manager)
10. Report regarding Resolution No. 169-2023 awarding a construction contract to Raposo
Engineering Inc. of Hayward, California for the Karyl Matsumoto Plaza Project (Project No.
ST1603) in an amount not to exceed $540,523.10, authorizing a total construction budget of
$621,601.57, and authorizing the City Manager to execute agreements on behalf of the City
and approving Budget Amendment #24.018. (Philip Vitale, Deputy Director of Capital
Projects)
11. Report regarding Resolution No. 170-2023 awarding a construction contract to EPS Inc., dba
Express Plumbing of San Mateo, California for an emergency storm drain repair (sd2002) in
an amount not to exceed $250,000.00. (Alex Henry, Public Works Program Manager)
Motion — Councilmember Addiego /Second — Councilmember Coleman: To approve Consent
Calendar 5-8, 10, and 11 by roll call vote: AYES: Councilmembers Addiego, Coleman, Flores, and
Vice Mayor Nagales, and Mayor Nicolas; NAYS: None; ABSENT: None; ABSTAIN: None
9. Report regarding Resolution No. 168-2023 awarding a construction contract to Burke
Construction of Chowchilla, California for an amount not to exceed $397,489.00, and to
Draeger, Inc. of Houston, Texas in an amount not to exceed $507,433.00 for the Training
Tower Maintenance Project (pfl704) and approving a 20% contingency to each contract for
a total construction budget of $1,085,906. (Lawrence Henriquez, Senior Civil Engineer)
Senior Civil Engineer Henriquez provided an overview of the project. Councilmember Addiego
requested clarification on project logistics and awarding of project and project revenue. Fire Chief
Magallanes, Public Works Director Kim, and Senior Civil Engineer Henriquez provided responses
and background information.
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Motion — Councilmember Addiego /Second — Vice Mayor Nagales: To approve Resolution No. 168-
2023 awarding a construction contract to Burke Construction of Chowchilla, California for an amount
not to exceed $397,489.00, and to Draeger, Inc. of Houston, Texas in an amount not to exceed
$507,433.00 for the Training Tower Maintenance Project (pfl 704) and approving a 20% contingency
to each contract for a total construction budget of $1,085,906, by roll call vote: AYES:
Councilmembers Addiego, Coleman, Flores, and Vice Mayor Nagales, and Mayor Nicolas; NAYS:
None; ABSENT: None; ABSTAIN: None
ADMINISTRATIVE BUSINESS
12. Report regarding adoption of Resolution No 171-2023 approving contract amendments with
Kimley-Horn and Associates, Inc. and Zoon Engineering, Inc., and approving a contingency
increase for the contract with Econolite Systems, Inc., for the Smart Corridor South San
Francisco Expansion Project. (Angel Torres, Senior Civil Engineer)
Senior Civil Engineer introduced City and County Association of Government representatives Deputy
Director Kaki Cheung and Audrey Shiramizu. Deputy Director Cheung provided an overview of the
Smart Corridor Expansion Program. Senior Civil Engineer Torres provided an overview of the project
for the City of South San Francisco.
The Council requested clarification regarding the project and operation of traffic signals, expressing
concerns surrounding flooding that occurred last year in the downtown area of Airport Blvd and
Grand Ave. Senior Civil Engineer noted that an agreement for details is under review and negations.
He also shared that the program would allow for remote accessibility to our system in order to operate
signals efficiently and reviewed the information exchanaged.
Motion — Councilmember Coleman/Second — Councilmember Flores: To approve Resolution No
171-2023 approving contract amendments with Kimley-Horn and Associates, Inc. and Zoon
Engineering, Inc., and approving a contingency increase for the contract with Econolite Systems, Inc.,
for the Smart Corridor South San Francisco Expansion Project, by roll call vote: AYES:
Councilmembers Addiego, Coleman, Flores, and Vice Mayor Nagales, and Mayor Nicolas; NAYS:
None; ABSENT: None; ABSTAIN: None
13. Report regarding Resolution No. 172-2023 authorizing the City Manager to execute a Second
Amendment to the Purchase and Sale Agreement with Eden Housing for the former City -
owned parcel at 201 Baden Avenue. (Nell Selander, Economic & Community Development
Director)
Economic and Community Director Nell Selander presented the report.
The Council requested clarification on the affordability components and requirements. Director
Selander provided clarity. The Council expressed their support for the project and thanked staff for
moving forward with Eden Housing.
Motion — Vice Mayor Nagales/Second — Councilmember Coleman: To approve Resolution No. 172-
2023 authorizing the City Manager to execute a Second Amendment to the Purchase and Sale
Agreement with Eden Housing for the former City -owned parcel at 201 Baden Avenue, by roll call
vote: AYES: Councilmembers Addiego, Coleman, Flores, and Vice Mayor Nagales, and Mayor
Nicolas; NAYS: None; ABSENT: None; ABSTAIN: None
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ITEMS FROM COUNCIL — COMMITTEE REPORTS AND ANNOUNCEMENTS
None.
ADJOURNMENT
Being no further business Mayor Nicolas adjourned the City Council meeting at 8:23 p.m.
Submitted by:
Jazmine Miranda
Assistant City Clerk
Adjourned in Memory of
Andres Bonilla Cudal and Larry Casey Jr.
Approved by:
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Buenaflor Nicolas
Mayor
Approved by the City Council: /2. / 1 3 /-;)-0-')-3
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