1 BURLINGAME CITY COUNCIL
Approved Minutes
Regular City Council Meeting on April 3, 2023
1. CALL TO ORDER
A duly noticed meeting of the Burlingame City Council was held on the above date in person and via Zoom Webinar at 7:00 p.m.
2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE FLAG
The pledge of allegiance was led by John Kevranian.
3. ROLL CALL
MEMBERS PRESENT: Beach, Brownrigg, Colson, Ortiz, Stevenson MEMBERS ABSENT: None
4. REPORT OUT FROM CLOSED SESSION
There was no closed session.
5. UPCOMING EVENTS
Mayor Brownrigg reviewed upcoming events in the city.
6. PRESENTATIONS
There were no presentations.
7. PUBLIC COMMENTS, NON-AGENDA
Donald Ackley voiced concern about the bike lanes on California Drive and how they would impact residents and businesses on California Drive. (Comment received via [email protected]).
2 8. APPROVAL OF CONSENT CALENDAR
Mayor Brownrigg asked the Councilmembers and the public if they wished to remove any item from the Consent Calendar. No items were removed.
Councilmember Beach made a motion to approve the Consent Calendar; seconded by Councilmember Ortiz. The motion passed unanimously by roll call vote, 5-0.
a. APPROVAL OF CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES FOR THE MARCH 15, 2023 CLOSED SESSION
City Clerk Hassel-Shearer requested Council approve the City Council Meeting Minutes for the March 15, 2023 Closed Session.
b. APPROVAL OF CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES FOR THE MARCH 15, 2023 REGULAR CITY
COUNCIL MEETING
City Clerk Hassel-Shearer requested Council approve the City Council Meeting Minutes for the March 15, 2023 Regular City Council Meeting.
c. ADOPTION OF AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF BURLINGAME AMENDING CHAPTER 8.18 OF THE
BURLINGAME MUNICIPAL CODE AND ESTABLISHING A TEMPORARY BAN ON SMOKING IN THE BROADWAY BUSINESS IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT THROUGH DECEMBER 31, 2023; CEQA DETERMINATION: EXEMPT PURSUANT TO STATE CEQA GUIDELINES SECTIONS 15378 AND 15061(b)(3)
CDD Gardiner requested Council adopt Ordinance Number 2016.
d. ADOPTION OF A RESOLUTION OF INTENT TO AMEND THE CITY OF BURLINGAME MASTER FEE SCHEDULE FOR THE 2023-24 FISCAL YEAR AND SET THE PUBLIC HEARING FOR SUCH AMENDMENT FOR MAY 1, 2023
Finance Director Yu-Scott requested Council adopt Resolution Number 037-2023.
e. ADOPTION OF A RESOLUTION OF INTENTION TO LEVY BROADWAY AREA BUSINESS IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT ASSESSMENTS FOR FISCAL YEAR 2023-24; SETTING A PUBLIC HEARING FOR MAY 1, 2023; AND APPROVING THE DISTRICT’S ANNUAL REPORT FOR 2022-23
Finance Director Yu-Scott requested Council adopt Resolution Number 038-2023.
9. PUBLIC HEARINGS
There were no public hearings.
3 10. STAFF REPORTS AND COMMUNICATIONS
a. ADOPTION OF A RESOLUTION APPROVING THE INSTALLATION OF A PUBLIC ART SCULPTURE AND
AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO ENTER INTO AN ART DONATION ACCEPTANCE AGREEMENT
City Librarian McCulley described a piece of art entitled “Offering Site” that the Lorenzato Family was donating to the Library. He explained that the sculpture weighs close to a ton and is made of Carrara Bardiglio marble.
City Librarian McCulley and Vice Mayor Colson discussed how Ray Lorenzato’s artwork would be displayed at other locations including Filoli Gardens.
City Librarian McCulley stated that the artwork would be placed outside the Library. He noted that a base would be built, and an epoxy would be added to protect the artwork from the weather/sun. He added that the artwork would include a plaque.
Councilmember Stevenson asked if the plaque would include educational information about the artwork.
City Librarian McCulley replied in the negative. He explained that the family asked that the plaque include artist name, date, and the title. He stated that he would work with staff to figure out a way to educate the public.
Vice Mayor Colson discussed the possibility of creating a QR code inside the lobby of the Library that discusses the Library’s collection of art and where each piece is located.
Mayor Brownrigg opened the item up for public comment. No one spoke.
Mayor Brownrigg thanked City Librarian McCulley for assisting in getting this piece of artwork donated to the City.
Councilmember Stevenson made a motion to adopt Resolution Number 039-2023; seconded by Vice Mayor Colson. The motion passed unanimously by roll call vote, 5-0.
b. ADOPTION OF A RESOLUTION APPROVING A PROFESSIONAL SERVICES AGREEMENT WITH SWA GROUP IN THE AMOUNT OF $617,150 FOR CONSTRUCTION DOCUMENTATION AND BID PHASE SERVICES FOR A TOWN SQUARE PROJECT ON CITY PARTY LOT E, CITY PROJECT NO. 86120, AND AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE THE AGREEMENT; TRANSFERRING $800,000 FROM THE GENERAL FUND RESERVE TO THE CAPITAL PROJECT FUND: AND APPROPRIATING $800,000 IN THE CAPITAL PROJECT FUND FOR THE AGREEMENT AND RELATED ACTIVITIES
CDD Gardiner stated that there are usually four design phases in a construction project:
1. Conceptual Design
2. Schematic Design
3. Design Development
4 4. Construction Documents
He explained that the City just finished the Design Development phase of the project. He stated that staff from several departments including Community Development, Parks and Recreation, and Public Works collaborated on this project.
CDD Gardiner reviewed a site plan for the Town Square. He noted that the square includes a grand plaza and a grove with seating. He reviewed the planting plan for the project. He stated that the selected plants are drought tolerant and colorful. He added that a hedge would be planted along the wall to help create the Town Square.
CDD Gardiner discussed the lighting for the project. He stated that there would be uplighting of the trees and string lights. He added that there would be a figurative creek lighting feature. He noted that the creek light feature was a projection and could be traded out to include falling leaves in the fall and other images.
CDD Gardiner stated that the project includes a water feature. He noted that while staff considered several different types of water features, they settled on a water wall for maintenance, drought concerns, and because with the right materials, it would be aesthetically pleasing even if it wasn’t running. He explained that the water wall is also part of a multi-use building that includes two bathrooms and storage for equipment.
Vice Mayor Colson asked if it was possible to shift the restrooms to the end of the building so that there isn’t a door in the middle of the water feature. CDD Gardiner replied in the affirmative.
CDD Gardiner reviewed the different materials that would be used in the project. He also displayed pictures of the different tables, chairs, and lounge areas that would be included in the project. He added that bean bag toss, foosball, and ping pong tables would be included.
CDD Gardiner showed renderings of the square from different angles.
CDD Gardiner reviewed the different construction documents that would be necessary for this project. He noted that the cost of construction documents is roughly $617,500.
CDD Gardiner stated that the public could find out more about the project at www.burlingame.org/townsquare
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Councilmember Stevenson asked about the utility of the space to allow different events. CDD Gardiner stated that the Park Road side of the square allows for market stalls and an extension of the Farmer’s Market. He also discussed the ability to have stages for performances.
Councilmember Beach asked about the project’s timeline. CDD Gardiner stated that he believed construction would begin in early 2024.
5 Vice Mayor Colson asked about the overall cost of the Town Square project. City Manager Goldman stated that the City received $2 million in funding from the developer, $1 million from then Assemblymember Kevin Mullin as part of the State budget, $750,000 from former Representative Jackie Speier as part of the Federal appropriation, and potentially $500,000 from the County via Supervisor Dave Pine.
Mayor Brownrigg asked about the lawn that is in front of the Post Office building. CDD Gardiner stated that it is considered part of the historic site, and therefore options are limited on what can be done with that piece of land.
Mayor Brownrigg asked about the large benches that might attract overnight sleeping. CDD Gardiner stated that the Town Square would be monitored, and the benches are designed to not be comfortable for sleeping.
Mayor Brownrigg opened the item up for public comment.
Jennifer Pfaff stated that she had thought the stage would be a permanent fixture but guessed that the Council could work with the developer on this.
Mayor Brownrigg closed public comment.
Councilmember Ortiz made a motion to adopt Resolution Number 040-2023; seconded by Vice Mayor Colson. The motion passed unanimously by roll call vote, 5-0.
11. COUNCIL COMMITTEE AND ACTIVITIES REPORTS AND ANNOUNCEMENTS
Council reviewed their committee appointments.
12. FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS
There were no future agenda items.
13. ACKNOWLEDGMENTS
The agendas, packets, and meeting minutes for the Planning Commission, Traffic, Safety & Parking Commission, Beautification Commission, Parks & Recreation Commission, and Library Board of Trustees are available online at www.burlingame.org
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14. ADJOURNMENT
Mayor Brownrigg adjourned the meeting at 7:53 in memory of John Clinton Jr.
6 Respectfully submitted,
/s/
Meaghan Hassel-Shearer
City Clerk