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HomeMy WebLinkAbout03.27.2024 Regular CC MinutesNTH Sq,ti. MINUTES REGULAR MEETING CITY COUNCIL c411FOR�1�P CITY OF SOUTH SAN FRANCISCO WEDNESDAY, MARCH 27, 2024 6:30 p.m. Library Parks and Recreation Building Council Chambers 901 Civic Campus Way, South San Francisco, CA CALL TO ORDER 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 Communications Manager Lau led the pledge. AGENDA REVIEW No changes. ANNOUNCEMENTS FROM STAFF No announcements. PRESENTATIONS Certificate of Recognition honoring Maya Thompson, San Mateo County Women's Hall of Family inductee. (James Coleman, Mayor) Mayor Coleman presented the Certificate of Recognition to honor Maya Thompson. Maya accepted the certificate and thanked the Council for the recognition. 2. Presentation from the Joint Advisory Committee of the Child Care Master Plan for South San Francisco (JACCCMP) Introduction, Summary of Work and Brief Presentation. (Kathleen White, SSF Child Care Plan) Mayor Coleman provided an overview of the Childcare Master Plan. Kathleen White presented the item and introduced members of the committee. Members of the committee shared their experiences and provided recommendations to the Council. The Council thanked all involved for their hard work. COUNCIL COMMENTS/REQUESTS, Councilmember Nagales shared that he attended the San Mateo County Asian American Pacific Islander Alliance Lunar New Year Dinner and recognized Assemblymember Phil Ting. He also shared that he attended the Easter Egg Hunt and the Parks and Recreation staff for hosting a great event. He also invited the public to attend the groundbreaking ceremony for the Orange Memorial Park swimming pool. He noted that he serves on the Association of Bay Area Government and shared that there is possibility of San Mateo County to receive bonds for affordable housing funds. Lastly, he requested that the City Manager work with Boards, Committees, and Commissions to have representatives report out to City Council to stay connected with the work they do. Councilmember Nicolas shared that Cal Water Scholarship Grants are available for our youth, and the deadline is March 28, 2024. She also shared that the City of South San Francisco is hosting a paid Summer Youth Internship Program, and the application deadline is April 12, 2024. She stated that Sister Cities is sponsoring a search for young artists and authors. She also reminded the community that free tax services are offered at 725 Price St., Daly City, CA, for those who qualify. Councilmember Addiego agreed that we should continue connecting with those who serve on our Boards, Committees, and Commissions and shared that an annual event was hosted in the past. He inquired on the status of a ceasefire resolution. Mayor Coleman indicated that he is working with staff to draft a letter supporting a ceasefire. Councilmember Addiego also shared that he had the opportunity to tour the Celeste and encouraged all to visit the building. He requested that the meeting be adjourned in memory of Eleanor Ann Ehle. Vice Mayor Flores shared that he attended the California League of Cities Policy Commission in Southern California and discussed the topic of homelessness. He noted the City of South San Francisco was discussed due to the guaranteed basic income pilot program and that he was able to report on the work being done. He requested the City Manager give an update on the street work being done on Grand Ave and Airport Blvd. City Manager Ranals shared that the evening work has been completed, and the construction work is expected to be completed by the end of April. She also shared that the plaza work is ongoing and expected to be completed by July. Mayor Coleman shared that he took part in a walk audit and explored how to encourage safer street crossings and traffic safer for pedestrians. He requested that certain streets in school areas be prioritized for red curb paintings to create safer crosswalks. He also shared that he attended the Asian American Recovery Services reopening event and -discussed the services they provide. He also stated that he had the opportunity to meet with local businesses with Community Overcoming Relationship Abuse (CORA) to provide training on spotting domestic violence. He apprised the Council and community on the status of the ceasefire resolution request, noted he was working with staff to draft a letter, and welcomed suggestions from the Council. PUBLIC COMMENTS — NON -AGENDA ITEMS Written Comments Submitted via eComments: • 12 eComments Received The following individuals addressed the City Council: • Darlene Marsh • Stephanie A • Key A REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING MARCH 27, 2024 MINUTES PAGE 2 • Amber A • Hibz • Keliana Hui • Cdsar R • Jay Katt • Rami Asia • DeVante • Kam • Nicole Han • Sam Chetcuti • Charlene Rouspil • Dolores Piper • Cynthia Marcopulos • Russell Lee • Lina • Mandy • Nannette Cole • Valeria • Peggy • Unidentified speaker Meeting recessed at 8:07 p.m. Meeting resumed at 8: 24 p.m. CONSENT CALENDAR The Assistant City Clerk duly read the Consent Calendar, after which the Council voted and engaged in discussion of specific items as follows. Item No. 4 and Item No. 5 was pulled by Mayor Coleman and Councilmember Addiego for further discussion. 3. Motion to approve the Minutes for March 13, 2024. (Rosa Govea Acosta, City Clerk) 4. Report regarding Resolution No. 54-2024 authorizing application for, and receipt of, State Prohousing Incentive Program funds. (Nell Selander, Economic & Community Development Director) Item No. 4: Mayor Coleman requested that Director Selander provide a report. Director Selander provided the report. The Council recognized the importance of this item as the City of South San Francisco is one of two cities in San Mateo County that is able to be a pro -housing City. Motion — Councilmember Addiego /Second — Councilmember Nagales: To approve Consent Calendar 3-4, by roll call vote: AYES: Councilmember Addiego, Nagales, Nicolas, and Vice Mayor Flores, and Mayor Coleman; NAYS: None; ABSENT: None; ABSTAIN: None Report regarding adoption of Ordinance 1654-2024 amending South San Francisco Municipal Code Section 20.360.004 (General Standards for all Signs) to allow four digital billboards along the US 101 corridor (ZA22-0004) and Ordinance 1655-2024 approving a Development Agreement (DA22-0003) between South San Francisco and Outfront Foster Interstate, LLC to allow for the installation of a 65-foot tall, double-faced, digital billboard on property located adjacent to 140 Beacon Avenue in a PG&E easement along HWY 101 & 380 in the Business REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING MARCH 27, 2024 MINUTES PAGE 3 Technology Park -High (BTP-H) Zoning District in accordance with Title 20 of the South San Francisco Municipal Code (Christy Usher, Senior Planner) Item No. 5: Councilmember Addiego and Councilmember Nagales noted they would not support the item. Motion — Vice Mayor Flores /Second — Councilmember Nicolas: To approve Consent Calendar 5, by roll call vote: AYES: Councilmember, Nicolas, and Vice Mayor Flores, and Mayor Coleman; NAYS: Councilmember Addiego and Nagales; ABSENT: None; ABSTAIN: None Meeting recessed at 7: 46 p.m. Meeting resumed at 7: 57 p.m. PUBLIC HEARING Councilmember Nagales recesed himself due to a Conflict of Interest at 8: 33 p.m. 6. Report regarding holding a Public Hearing on the City's housing, community, and economic development needs for the Fiscal Year 2024-25 Annual Action Plan and providing direction to the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Subcommittee regarding funding priorities. (Danielle Thoe, Housing Manager) Housing Manager Thoe provided the report. Public hearing opened: 8: 38 p.m. The following individual provided public comments: • Alyssa, Development Director with CORA- supported continued program funding. • Cecilia Chu, Executive Director of Friends for Youth — supported continued program funding. • Laura Fanucchi, Director of Programs at HIP Housing — supported continued program funding. • Andi Otto, Prevention Educator & Sexual Assault Counselor for Rape Trauma Services — supported continued program funding. • Melissa Lucan, Executive Director of Rebuilding Together Peninsula — supported continued program funding. Public hearing closed.• 8:54 p.m. Councilmember Nagales returned to the Council Chambers at 8:55 p.m. ADMINISTRATIVE BUSINESS 7. Report regarding a study session on the potential formation of an Eastern Neighborhoods Community Facilities District. (Christina Fernandez, Deputy City Manager; Daniel Jacobson, Fehr & Peers; Noah Christman, Lighthouse Public Affairs; Susan Goodwin, Goodwin Consulting Group) Deputy City Manager Fernandez provided the report and introduced Daniel Jacobson from Farren Pierce Noah Chrisman from Lighthouse Public Affairs, as well as Susan Goodwin with Goodwin Consulting Group. REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING MARCH 27, 2024 MINUTES PAGE 4 - Daniel Jacobson reviewed the mix of projects and shared recommendations. Noah Chrisman reviewed the outreach efforts, while Susan Goodwin reviewed the financing of the Community Facilities District. The Council, staff, and consultants engaged in questions and discussions, and direction was provided to staff. 8. Motion to accept the report regarding the 2023 General Plan and Housing Element Annual Progress Reports (Tony Rozzi, Economic & Community Development Deputy Director; Billy Gross, Principal Planner; and Stephanie Skangos, Senior Planner) Principal Planner Gross provided a report on the 2023 General Plan, and Deputy Director Rozzi provided a report on the Housing Element. Councilmember Nagales requested clarification regarding the requirements for Housing and Community Development (HCD). Director Rozzi and City Attorney Woodruff clarified the requirements that SB 35 implemented. The Council thanked staff for their work and highlighted the significance of prioritizing housing goals. 9. Motion to receive and file the City's Housing Successor Agency Annual Report for Fiscal Year 2022-23. (Nell Selander, Economic & Community Development Director) Director Selander provided a report. ITEMS FROM COUNCIL — COMMITTEE REPORTS AND ANNOUNCEMENTS Councilmember Nicolas requested to adjourn the meeting in memory of Josefina Meer Malveda, Susan Carpio Dy, and Nimfa Nicolas De Leon. Entered into Closed Session: 10:17 p. m. CLOSED SESSION 10. Conference with Labor Negotiators (Pursuant to Government Code Section 54957.6) Agency designated representatives: Christopher Boucher, Boucher Law, Sharon Ranals, City Manager, Rich Lee, Assistant City Manager, Karen Chang, Director of Finance Employee organizations: Teamsters Local 856-Confidential, Teamsters Local 856-Mid- Management, AFSCME Local 829 Unrepresented employees: Public Safety Managers, Executive Management 11. Closed Session: Conference with Real Property Negotiators (Pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.8) Property: 366 Grand Avenue (APN 012-312-310) Agency negotiator: Nell Selander, Economic & Community Development Director, and Ernesto Lucero, Economic Development Manager Negotiating Party: Stacey S. Dobos Trust Under negotiation: Price and Terms REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING MARCH 27, 2024 MINUTES PAGE 5 12. Conference with real property negotiators Property: 226-230 Grand Ave., 232-238 Grand Ave., and 240-246 Grand Ave Agency negotiator: Nell Selander, ECD Director; Danielle Thoe, Housing Manager; Sky Woodruff, City Attorney Negotiating parties: Giffra Enterprises Under negotiation: Price and terms 13. Conference with Real Property Negotiators (Pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.8) Properties: Parcels on Sign Hill, South San Francisco (APNs 012-351-020, 012-351-030, 012-024-060, 012-024-070, 012-024-080, 012-024-090, 012-024-100, 012-024-110, and 012-024-120) Agency Negotiators: Nell Selander, Economic & Community Development Director; Greg Mediati, Parks and Recreation Director; and Sky Woodruff, City Attorney Negotiating parties: Syme Venture Partners LP Under negotiation: Price and terms Report out of Closed Session by Mayor Coleman: Direction given. No reportable action. Resumed from Closed Session: 11: 34 p.m. ADJOURNMENT Being no further business, Mayor Coleman adjourned the City Council meeting at 11:35 p.m. Adjourned in Memory of Eleanor Ann Ehle, Josefina Meer Malveda, Susan Carpio Dy, and Nimfa Nicolas De Leon. Submitted by: � 1162��� Jaz a Miranda Assistant City Clerk Approved by the City Council: ` 110 / 2"q Approved by: i James C leman Mayor REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING MARCH 27, 2024 MINUTES PAGE 6