South San Francisco City Council Regular Meeting - October 26, 2022
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South San Francisco City Council Regular Meeting - October 26, 2022
The City Council convened at 6:00 PM on October 26, 2022, in a hybrid format. All five council members were present. The meeting featured two proclamations, public comments, councilmember reports, unanimous approval of the consent calendar, acceptance of a $50,000 grant, and a study session on commercial building electrification reach codes.
Consent Calendar
The Council unanimously approved the following items:
- Minutes of the September 20, 2022 meeting.
- Cancellation of regular meetings on November 23 and December 28, 2022.
- Resolution approving the City Clerk's response to the San Mateo County Civil Grand Jury report on government transparency.
- Acceptance of $29,454.17 from the South San Francisco Friends of the Library for the new Main Library opening day collection and a corresponding budget amendment.
- Second reading and adoption of ordinances repealing and replacing Title 20 (Zoning Ordinance Update, including a new Zoning Map) and relocating the Childcare Fee chapter to Title 8.
Public Comments & Testimony
- Tom Carney: Voiced concerns about parking shortages on Linden and Airport Boulevard due to contractor vehicles; proposed using parking structures with fire department modifications. Also sought reassurance on the timeline of the "New Safe Way" project and requested more dust control. He expressed frustration if no action is taken.
- Wayne Cam (Carpenter Local Union 217): Urged developers to provide prevailing wages, prioritize local hiring, expand apprenticeship programs, and offer health care benefits for workers.
Discussion Items
- Councilmember Reports: Vice Mayor Nicolas reported on a gun violence prevention program launch, the Halloween Extravaganza, condolences to the family of a deceased city employee, and a PBS series featuring Financial Partners Credit Union. Councilmember Coleman hosted a town hall in the Burybury neighborhood. Councilmember Flores requested traffic safety studies at Maple/Miller and Maple/Aspen intersections; the City Manager noted a stop sign was approved at Maple/Aspen. Flores also inquired about affordable housing marketing; Economic Development Director Nell Sealander confirmed the Rome Development (100% affordable) will publicize applications in multiple languages in the coming weeks. Councilmember Addiego highlighted a new electric vehicle charging station at a Taco Bell and upcoming community events (Martin School centennial, Taste of South San Francisco). Mayor Nagales discussed the builder's remedy and housing element timeline; staff concluded a builder's remedy is unlikely due to the city's compliance efforts.
- Administrative Business – Item 8: The Council unanimously approved a resolution accepting a $50,000 grant from the San Mateo County Strong Out of School Grant Program for the Parks and Recreation Department’s Los Cerritos Recreation, Enrichment, and Learning (REAL) Program. Funds will hire three additional staff, reduce the student-to-staff ratio from 1:20 to 1:10, provide recruitment incentives, and offer scholarships for winter/spring camps.
- Study Session – Item 9: Staff and consultants from ID360 and Peninsula Clean Energy (PCE) presented options for commercial building electrification reach codes. After discussion, the Council directed staff to:
- Proceed with developing an all-electric CalGreen amendment for new non-residential construction (option 3), with limited exemptions for energy code feasibility and commercial kitchens.
- Readopt the existing residential reach codes to maintain their effectiveness.
- Continue outreach and analysis on existing building electrification policies, including phased implementation, cost-benefit analysis, and leveraging available rebates and incentives.
Key Outcomes
- Consent Calendar and grant acceptance approved unanimously.
- Council provided clear direction on reach codes: prioritize an all-electric model for new commercial construction via CalGreen; readopt residential codes; and conduct further study on existing building electrification with community engagement.
- The meeting adjourned following councilmember announcements and committee reports.
Meeting Transcript
Good up, Mayor. All right. That was a good one. We do. There we go. All right. Let me call the order this October 26, 2022 regular city council meeting to order. May we get a roll call, please. Councilmember Adiego. Here. Councilmember Coleman. Here. Councilmember Floray. Here. Vice Mayor Nicholas. Present. Mayor Nagales. Here. May all uh please stand for the Pledge of Allegiance. I pledge allegiance of the United States of America. And to the Republic for which it stands one nation under God with liberty and justice for all. Thank you very much. Agenda review. No changes, Mr. Mayor. Okay. Announcements from staff. No announcements from staff tonight, Mr. Moving quickly. I like this. Uh next item, please, Madam Clerk. Moving on to presentations, item number one is a pre proclamation recognizing October as National Disability Employment Awareness Month. Thank you. And um I'd like to say that the South San Francisco continues to be an inclusive city, and that we want everyone to know that they're welcomed in this city. And so it's my honor to recognize as October as National Disability Employment Awareness Month. And for it reads recording in progress. And whereas in 1945, President Truman established National Disability Employment Awareness Month and issued the first national call for disabled people to access all the opportunities and rewards of work. And whereas 45 years later in 1990, the Congress came together to pass the Americans Disability Act, the ADA, which helps to ensure our workforce is more productive, prosperous, and inclusive by banning disability discrimination, including in the workplace. And whereas workplace work workplaces welcoming all the talents of all people, including people with disabilities are a critical part of our efforts to build an inclusive community and strong economy. And whereas studies have found that Americans with disabilities are especially productive and motivated workers, but they still have a harder time getting jobs, promotions, and fair pay. And whereas there are three times they are three times likely less likely than others to be employed and often earn sub-minimum wages for their work. And whereas this month, let us continue the legacy of generations of disability rights activists with a fought for equal employment opportunities, integrated workplaces, and equal pay for equal work. Now, therefore, the city council of the city of South San Francisco recognizes the 77th anniversary of National Disability Employment Awareness Month and pledges to continue to take steps throughout the year to recruit, hire, retain, and advance individuals with disabilities and work to pursue the goals of opportunity, full participation, economic self-sufficiency, and independent living for people with disabilities. And this is signed by the entire city council. And I see Scotty out there who I have asked to accept this proclamation. So Scotty, I'm gonna meet you up in front of the podium right there. Thank you, Mr. Mayor. Thank you. Thank you for coming from home calling really appreciate it.
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