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CALL TO ORDER
MINUTES
REGULAR MEETING.
CITY COUNCIL
CITY OF SOUTH SAN FRANCISCO
WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 14, 2024
6:30 p.m.
Library Parks and Recreation Building
Council Chambers
901 Civic Campus Way, South San Francisco, CA
Mayor Coleman called the meeting to order at 6:30 p.m.
ROLL CALL
Councilmember Addiego, present
Councilmember Nagales, present
Councilmember Nicolas, present
Vice Mayor Flores, present
Mayor Coleman, present
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Assistant City Manager Lee led the pledge.
AGENDA REVIEW
City Manager Ranals stated that Consent Calendar Item No. 14 would be postponed to a future date.
Meeting recessed at 6:31 p.m.
Meeting resumed at 6: 34 p. m.
ANNOUNCEMENTS FROM STAFF
Devin Stenhouse, Inclusion Officer of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion invited the community
to celebrate African American History month with a series of events on Saturday, February
17, 2024, at the Library I Parks and Recreation Building. He apprised the Council and the
community that the city has partnered with CORA (Community Overcoming Relationship
Abuse) Speak Up Program. CORA will provide a presentation on Wednesday, February 28,
2024.
PRESENTATIONS
1. Proclamation celebrating February as Black History Month. (James Coleman, Mayor)
Mayor Coleman read the proclamation celebrating February as Black History month and presented it
to South San Francisco resident, Tanisha Hughes. Tanisha accepted the proclamation and thanked the
Council for the recognition.
2. Presentation from Community Strong Strategies on a new Property Based Improvement
District in Downtown South San Francisco. (Ernesto Lucero, Economic Development
Manager)
Economic and Community Development Director Selander introduced members of Community
Strong Strategies and Public Finance Solutions to discuss Property and Business Improvement
Districts (PBID) downtown. Council engaged in discussions and received responses from staff and
Nathan Ulsh of Community Strong Strategies
3. Presentation on Annual Crime Statistics (Scott Campbell, Chief of Police)
Police Chief Campbell presented an overview of the annual crime statistics for South San Francisco.
He highlighted the current drug crisis in San Mateo County related to the use of fentanyl and noted
the department's efforts to educate the community, especially the youth. The Council thanked Chief
Campbell and his team for their efforts and engaged in discussions.
COUNCIL COMMENTS/REQUESTS
Councilmember Nicolas thanked Emergency Services Captain Ken Anderson and city staff for their
work during the recent storm ensuring safety for all. She also welcomed new staff members in the
Police Department and apprised the Council and the community of recent events attended. She
requested the meeting be adjourned in memory of Michael Newell, Dr. Dominador Gines Jr., and Pat
Fitzpatrick.
Councilmember Nagales apprised the Council and the community of recent events attended. He
invited members to join a community meeting that will be held on March 8, 2024, at 7:00 p.m. in
District 2 — Alice Bulos Community Center. He highlighted the contributions made by former
Commissioner Fitzpatrick.
Councilmember Addiego apprised the Council and the community of a recent meeting he attended
with PG&E representative, Bill Chang and events attended. He requested to adjourn the meeting in
memory of Margaret "Betty" Leddy.
Vice Mayor Flores apprised the Council and the community of recent meetings and events attended.
He noted the importance of mental health awareness and indicated that 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline
help is available. It is a 24-hour crisis line.
Mayor Coleman thanked the community members for their involvement in the community and
provided an overview of recent events attended. CERT members and the Emergency Operations
Center staff were thanked for their prompt response to recent storm events. Given the recent storms,
Mayor Coleman requested that the city explore microgrids and congratulated Library Board member
Hector Camacho for receiving the James Irvine Foundation 2024 Leadership Award.
PUBLIC COMMENTS
The following individual(s) addressed the City Council:
• Bonnie Morgan
• Denni Harp
• Tom Carney
• Wendy Sinclair -Smith
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• Cynthia Marcopulos
• Peggy Deras
• Charlene Ruston
• Two anonymous speakers
CONSENT CALENDAR
The City Clerk duly read the Consent Calendar, after which the Council voted and engaged in
discussion of specific items as follows. Item No. 4 was pulled by Councilmember Addiego for further
discussion.
4. Motion to approve the Minutes for January 24, 2024, and January 27 ,2024. (Rosa Govea
Acosta, City Clerk)
Report regarding Resolution No. 19-2024 authorizing the acceptance of donations from
various community partners totaling $32,820 for Fiscal Year 2023-24, as well as in -kind
donations of supplies and volunteer support for Parks and Recreation Department programs
and events. (Angela Duldulao, Deputy Director, Parks and Recreation Department)
6. Report regarding Resolution No. 20-2024 adopting the multi -year Broadband Master Plan.
(Tony Barrera, Director of Information Technology)
7. Report regarding Resolution No. 21-2024 authorizing the write-off of $267,493.60 in
uncollectable ambulance billing accounts receivable and authorizing City staff to revise
Administrative Instruction IV No. 9 — Financial Hardship Policy to be compliant with
Assembly Bill 716 (2023). (Richard Walls, EMS Chief)
8. Report regarding Resolution No. 22-2024 approving the South San Francisco Fire
Department's request to amend the annual not to exceed limits for plan check professional
services with CSG Consultants, West Coast Code Consultants, Inc., Coastland Civil
Engineering, LLP, and 4Leaf, Inc. for the remainder of the term of the agreements. (Ian
Hardage, Fire Marshal)
9. Report regarding Resolution No. 23-2024 approving the selection and award of the Request
for Proposal (RFP) for Procurement and Installation of the Lene1S2 Access Control System at
all Fire Department facilities, the Police substation at the Miller Avenue garage, and the
Information Technology building (Project) to DEA Security Systems Co. Inc. (DEA) and
authorizing the City Manager to enter into a service agreement with DEA in the amount of
$326,799.98 for performance of the Project. (Matt Samson, Deputy Fire Chief)
10. Report regarding Resolution No. 23-24-2024 accepting $5,229 from the South San Francisco
Friends of the Library to support Library programs and supplies and approving Budget
Amendment Number 24.030. (Valerie Sommer, Library Director)
11. Report regarding Resolution No. 25-2024 authorizing the acceptance of $40,000 in grant
funding from the Woodlawn Foundation to support Project Read's Learning Wheels Family
Literacy Program and amending the Library Department's Fiscal Year 2023-24 Operating
Budget and approving Budget Amendment Number 24.035 (Valerie Sommer, Library
Director)
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12. Report regarding Resolution No. 26-2024 accepting a donation of 22 specialty puppets from
Folkmanis Puppets of Emeryville, California, with a value of $716 for use in South San
Francisco Public Library interactive story times and programs for children and families.
(Valerie Sommer, Library Director)
13. Report regarding Resolution No. 27-2024 approving and authorizing the recordation of Parcel
Maps, Delegation of Easement Rights, and related improvements and maintenance
agreements for the 120 East Grand Avenue R&D Project. (Matthew Ruble, Principal
Engineer)
14. Report regarding a resolution appropriating $50,000 of county grant funds for Every Kid
Deserves a Bike Program and approving Budget Amendment Number 24.034. (Devin
Stenhouse, DEI Officer)
15. Report regarding Resolution No. 28-2024 authorizing submittal of an application for the
City/County Association Governments of San Mateo County (C/CAG) Lifeline
Transportation Program Cycle 7 committing a 20% total matching contribution of $20,000
from South San Francisco Local Measure A funds, in support of the Free South City Shuttle
Public Outreach Project. (Marissa Garren, Management Analyst II)
Item No. 4: Councilmember Addiego requested a correction to the January 27, 2024, Special Meeting
minutes, page 2, discussion of a potential increase in sales tax. The minutes will reflect a change as
follows: "Councilmember Addiego expressed concern with the implementation of an increased business
and/or sales tax which may affect businesses and residents of the community."
Motion — Councilmember Nicolas /Second — Councilmember Addiego: To approve Consent Calendar
4-13, and 15, by roll call vote: AYES: Councilmembers Addiego, Nagales, Nicolas, and Vice Mayor
Flores, and Mayor Coleman; NAYS: None; ABSENT: None; ABSTAIN: None
ADMINISTRATIVE BUSINESS
16. Report regarding Resolution No. 29-2024 ratifying a local emergency proclamation by the
City Manager/Director of Emergency Services related to the major storm event that occurred
on February 4, 2024 (Sharon Ranals, City Manager)
Assistant City Manager Lee presented the report. Councilmember Nicolas inquired about the duration
of the emergency proclamation. City Manager Ranals and City Attorney Woodruff provided an
overview of the process and duration of the proclamation.
Motion — Vice Mayor Flores /Second — Councilmember Nicolas: To approve Resolution No. 29-2024
ratifying a local emergency proclamation by the City Manager/Director of Emergency Services
related to the major storm event that occurred on February 4, 2024, by roll call vote: AYES:
Councilmembers Addiego, Nagales, Nicolas, and Vice Mayor Flores, and Mayor Coleman; NAYS:
None
17. Report regarding Resolution No. 30-2024 approving Budget Amendment Number 24.036
appropriating $7,160,000 of available fund balance from the Commercial Linkage Fee fund
to acquire and maintain the real property located at 226-246 Grand Avenue (APNs 012-315-
130, 012-315-140, and 012-315-150) and approving a Purchase and Sale Agreement with
Giffra Enterprises, LLC. (Danielle Thoe, Housing Manager)
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Housing Manager Thoe presented the report and provided an overview of the project and funding
-- needs. The council recognized the importance of preserving the historic image of the downtown
corridor and engaged in discussions and received responses from Housing Manager Thoe and
Economic and Community Development Director Selander.
Motion — Councilmember Addiego /Second — Vice Mayor Flores: To approve Resolution No. 30-
2024 approving Budget Amendment Number 24.036 appropriating $7,160,000 of available fund
balance from the Commercial Linkage Fee fund to acquire and maintain the real property located at
226-246 Grand Avenue (APNs 012-315-130, 012-315-140, and 012-315-150) and approving a
Purchase and Sale Agreement with Giffra Enterprises, LLC., by roll call vote: AYES:
Councilmembers Addiego, Nagales, Nicolas, and Vice Mayor Flores, and Mayor Coleman; NAYS:
None
ITEMS FROM COUNCIL — COMMITTEE REPORTS AND ANNOUNCEMENTS
No announcements.
CLOSED SESSION
Entered into Closed Session: 8: 39 p. in.
18. Conference with Labor Negotiators
(Pursuant to Government Code Section 54957.6)
Agency designated representatives: Leah Lockhart, Director of Human Resources,
Christopher Boucher, Boucher Law, Sharon Ranals, City Manager, Rich Lee, Assistant City
Manager, Karen Chang, Finance Director
Employee organizations: Teamsters Local 856-Confidential, Teamsters Local 856- Mid
Management, AFSCME Local 829
19. Conference with Legal Counsel - Existing Litigation
(Pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(1))
Name of case: Keahi, Devin vs. City of South San Francisco
(Worker's Compensation Appeals Board Case No. ADJ14518543)
(Sky Woodruff, City Attorney, Kyle Royer, RTGR Law, and Leah Lockhart, Human
Resources Director)
20. Conference with legal counsel —anticipated litigation
Significant exposure to litigation pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(2): One
potential case
21. Public Employee Appointment
(Pursuant to Government Code § 54957)
Title: City Attorney
Resumed from Closed Session: 10: 22 p. m.
Report out of Closed Session by Mayor Coleman: Direction given. No reportable action.
ADJOURNMENT
Being no further business Mayor Coleman adjourned the City Council meeting at 10:23 p.m.
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Adjourned in Memory of
Michael Newell, Dr. Dominador Gines Jr., Pat Fitzpatrick, and Margaret "Betty" Leddy
Submitted by:
Jazp ine Miranda
Assistant City Clerk
Approved by the City Council: `L / 2 0 / 2 I
Approved by:
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Mayor
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