Town of Atherton City Council Regular Meeting Minutes – February 15, 2023
Mayor Widmer called the Closed Session to order at 5:00 PM 5:00 P.M. CLOSED SESSION
A. CONFERENCE WITH LABOR NEGOTIATORS, Unrepresented Employees (Gov.
Code Section 54957.6.)
Agency designated representatives: George Rodericks, Anthony Suber, Mark Wilson Employee Organization: Atherton Police Officers Association There were no public comments.
6:00 P.M. REGULAR MEETING
CALL TO ORDER: Mayor Widmer called the Regular Meeting to order at 6:00 PM Mayor Widmer requested a moment of silence for Rail Committee Member Paul Jones.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
ROLL CALL – Holland, DeGolia, Lewis, Vice Mayor Hawkins-Manuelian, Mayor Widmer – All Present
PUBLIC COMMENTS – None
PRESENTATIONS
• Introduction of Facilities Maintenance Manager – Tony Enochson Public Works Director Ovadia introduced Maintenance Manager Enochson and Mr.
Enochson addressed the Council.
• Introduction of Police Officer – Karena Shum
Police Chief McCulley introduced Shum and administered the Oath of Office.
DEPARTMENTAL WRITTEN REPORTS
There were no Council questions. Council Member Lewis complimented City Manager Rodericks and staff on the level of detailed information contained in the report.
REPORT OUT OF CLOSED SESSION by City Manager Rodericks
MINUTES
Town of Atherton
City Council
FEBRUARY 15, 2023
CLSOED SESSSION - 5:00 PM
REGULAR MEETING - 6:00 P.M.
Town of Atherton City Council Regular Meeting Minutes – February 15, 2023
City Manager Rodericks noted that Council met in Closed Session and there was no reportable action.
CONSENT AGENDA (Items 1 – 7)
1. APPROVAL OF BILLS AND CLAIMS FOR JANUARY 2023 IN THE AMOUNT OF $2,554,000
2. APPROVAL OF MINUTES FOR JANUARY 11, JANUARY 18, JANUARY 31, AND FEBRUARY 1, 2023.
3. ACCEPTANCE OF TREASURER’S REPORT FOR THE SECOND QUARTER ENDED DECEMBER 31, 2022
4. CONSIDERATION OF RESOLUTION RATIFYING PROCLAMATION OF A STATE
OF EMERGENCY IN THE TOWN AND AUTHORIZING TELECONFERENCE
MEETINGS OF TOWN LEGISLATIVE BODIES PURSUANT TO THE BROWN ACT GOVERNMENT CODE SECTION 54953(E)
Resolution No. 2023-1
5. AUTHORIZE RELEASE OF A REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL (RFP) TO UPDATE THETOWN’S COST ALLOCATION PLAN AND MASTER FEE SCHEDULE
6. RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE DESTRUCTION OF RECORDS PURSUANT TO GOVERNMENT CODE SECTION 34090
Adopted Resolution No. 2023 – 3
7. ADOPT THE ATTACHED BUDGET AMENDMENT RESOLUTION FOR THE FY 2022/23 BUDGET
Adopted Resolution No. 2023 - 4
MOTION by DeGolia, Second by Lewis to approve the Consent Calendar Items AYES: Holland, DeGolia, Lewis, Hawkins-Manuelian, Mayor Widmer NOES:
ABSTAIN:
ABSENT:
PUBLIC HEARING (Items 8)
8. WAIVE THE SECOND READING BY SUBSTITUTION OF THE TITLE AND ADOPT AN ORDINANCE AMENDING TITLE 9 OF THE ATHERTON MUNICIPAL CODE TO CHAPTER 9.18 RELATED TO TARGETED RESIDENTIAL PICKETING Town of Atherton City Council Regular Meeting Minutes – February 15, 2023
City Manager Rodericks introduced the item with a brief background and noted that this was noticed as a public hearing. The public hearing was opened and closed.
Public Comments:
• Zack Whitman
MOTION by Lewis, Second by DeGolia to waive the second reading by substitution of the title and adopt Ordinance 658 of the Atherton Municipal Code Chapter 9.18 related to Targeted Residential Picketing as amended.
AYES: Holland, DeGolia, Lewis, Hawkins-Manuelian, Mayor Widmer NOES:
ABSTAIN:
ABSENT:
REGULAR AGENDA (Items 9 – 11)
9. CONSIDERATION OF APPOINTMENT TO THE PLANNING COMMISSION TO
FILL A VACANT UNEXPIRED TERM
City Manager Rodericks introduced the item and provided a brief review regarding the vacancy on the Planning Commission and the willingness of former Council Member Polito in serving the remaining term.
Bob Polito spoke to his interest and willingness to serve on the Planning Commission filling the vacant seat for the remaining term.
Council discussed the options available to them including appointing Mr. Polito or directing staff to open the recruitment and solicit additional applications. The Council collectively agreed to open the recruitment and directed staff to conduct formal recruitment and solicit applicants.
10. DISCUSSION OF ATHERTON HOUSING COALITION LETTER AND OTHER
ALTERNATIVE HOUSING SOLUTIONS
City Manager Rodericks introduced the item and provided an overview of additional options for Council consideration including options contained in the Atherton Housing Coalition (AHC) letter.
Council discussed the options suggested by AHC and other considerations presented by staff.
City Manager Rodericks responded to Council questions related to the process for review of the Housing Element by the State. Rodericks addressed concerns and risks related to submitting revised plans before receiving the full response by the State. He reviewed a few key elements of
Town of Atherton City Council Regular Meeting Minutes – February 15, 2023
Council held a discussion around the logistics of utilizing the Corporation Yard at Town Center for housing CORP YARD – At Town Center for housing, Gilmore House at Holbrook-Palmer Park, and 28 Almendral (Menlo Park Fire Protection District Property).
City Manager Rodericks noted a variety of challenges related to developing housing around the Corporation Yard including relocating equipment, water lines, and the amount of units that could be developed.
Council and City Manager discussed rules related to zoning requirements and rules related to School Districts and Special Districts.
Council Member DeGolia suggested the Town investigate multi-family housing at Selby Lane, that would involve annexing a portion of the property that is within Atherton to assist the public school with development of workforce housing.
Public Comment:
• No Name Provided
Council directed staff to provide a notice to property owners within a 500-foot radius of the Gilmore House located within Holbrook-Palmer Park.
11. DISCUSSION AND CONSIDERAATION OF CREATION OF A 100YEAR
CELEBRATION COMMITTEE OR RATIFICATION OF THE CITY COUNCIL STANDING COMMITTEE; AND CONSIDERATION OF APPOINTMENTS AND/OR
RECRUITMENT OF MEMBERS
City Manager Rodericks introduced the item and provided a brief background on the Ad Hoc City Council Subcommittee for the 100-year celebration with Council Member DeGolia and Lewis. The Subcommittee recommended transitioning the committee into a Standing Committee and Rodericks suggested the structure of such a committee such as developing a charter, set number of members, etc.
Council collectively agreed to create a Standing Committee that would provide monthly reports for Council.
COUNCIL REPORTS/COMMENTS
Council Member Holland reported on Caltrans projects.
Council Member Lewis reported on C/CAG projects.
Vice Mayor Hawkins-Manuelian reported on the San Mateo Emergency Response Committees and Zonehaven.
Town of Atherton City Council Regular Meeting Minutes – February 15, 2023
Council Member DeGolia reported on rebates available for Heat Pump replacements from Peninsula Clean Energy. He also reported on the Resource Management Planning Committee and a Bay Area Air Quality Management District report.
Mayor Widmer reported on the Library Board meeting.
FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS – None
PUBLIC COMMENTS – None
ADJOURN
Mayor Widmer adjourned the meeting at 7:50 p.m.
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Anthony Suber
City Clerk