CITY OF DALY CITY
MINUTES - REGULAR MEETING - CITY COUNCIL
MARCH 10, 2025
Visit https://www.youtube.com/@DalyCityGov/streams to view the City Council meeting CALL TO ORDER:
Mayor Daus-Magbual called the regular meeting to order at 7:00 P.M. and read the City's Land Acknowledgement:
The City of Daly City acknowledges that we are on the ancestral lands of the Ramaytush (rah-my-toosh) Ohlone (O-lon-ee) peoples. We recognize their enduring connection to this region and honor their history, culture, and contributions. As the Indigenous protectors of this land, we affirm their sovereign rights as the original inhabitants of this land and pay respects to the Ancestors, Elders, and Relatives of the Ramaytush Ohlone peoples.
ROLL CALL: Councilmembers Present:
Roderick Daus-Magbual, Mayor
Glenn R. Sylvester, Vice Mayor
Pamela DiGiovanni
Juslyn C. Manalo
Teresa G. Proaño
Staff Present:
Thomas J. Piccolotti, City Manager
Rose L. Zimmerman, City Attorney
K. Annette Hipona, City Clerk
PRESENTATIONS:
Proclamation - Women's History Month
Councilmember Manalo thanked her colleagues on the unanimous vote to create a Women's Commission, emphasizing that through persistence and perseverance, the City can ensure that the voices of the community, especially women, are at the forefront.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES:
Regular Meeting of February 24, 2025
It was moved by Councilmember Manalo, seconded by Councilmember DiGiovanni and carried to approve the minutes of February 24, 2025.
APPROVAL OF AGENDA:
It was moved by Councilmember Proaño, seconded by Councilmember DiGiovanni and carried to approve the agenda.
Note on Public Comments:
To provide public comments, members of the public have the option to- I) attend in person, 2) email the City Clerk, or 3) submit comments through the public comment portal on the City's website. Persons with disabilities who require auxiliary aids or services in attending or participating in this meeting are instructed to call the office of the City Clerk at 991-8078 prior to the meeting.
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CONSENT AGENDA:
It was moved by Councilmember DiGiovanni, seconded by Councilmember Sylvester and carried to approve the consent agenda with the exception of items 5 and 6 which were removed for discussion.
Resolutions:
Authorize the City Manager to Approve a Purchase Agreement for four Service Truck Bodies for the Department of Water and Wastewater Resources (DWWR) Resolution 25-36, Approving A Purchase Agreement With National Auto Fleet Group For Four Service Truck Bodies For The Department Of Water And Wastewater Resources Approve Written Response to the 2023-2024 Civil Grand Jury Report Titled "Restaurant Exteriors:
The Neglected Space"
Assistant to the City Manager Leilani Ramos provided the City's response to the findings and recommendation by the Grand Jury with regard to the unsightly and unsanitary conditions of the exterior trash areas of food service businesses. City Manager Thomas Piccolotti addressed questions on enforcement concerns and noted that the City has implemented the Grand Jury's recommendation.
It was moved by Councilmember Manalo, seconded by Councilmember Proaño and carried to adopt the resolution.
Resolution 25-37, Approving Written Response To The 2023-2024 Civil Grand Jury Report Titled "Restaurant Exteriors: The Neglected Space"
Approve Reservoir 7 Tank Replacement Design
Water & Wastewater Resources Maintenance Manager Michael Patolo provided the staff report requesting the approval of an agreement with West Yost to provide engineering design services for the subject project. Water & Wastewater Resources Director Joshua Cosgrove addressed questions on the timeline for the project, seismic safety measures, and the potential for recycling reservoir materials.
It was moved by Councilmember Manalo, seconded by Councilmember Proño and carried by voice vote to adopt the resolution.
Resolution 25-38, Authorizing Execution Of A Professional Services Agreement With West Yost To Provide Engineering Design Services For Reservoir 7 Tank Replacement Design
END OF CONSENT OF AGENDA
COMMUNICATIONS:
Approve and Authorize City Manager to Execute Agreement for the Improvements and Use of the Athletic Fields at Marchbank Park
City Manager Piccolotti provided the staff report requesting approval to enter into an agreement with Sacred Heart Cathedral Preparatory (SHCP) for improvements and use at Marchbank Park. Previously, 2 CITY OF DALY CITY
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the City entered into an MOU with SHCP in 2022 to capture the benefits of having a public/private partnership.
Dr. Melinda Skrade, President of SHCP, provided a brief history of the school and its mission. Phil Freed, Athletic Director, presented the partnership projects that SHCP has been involved in, the proposed improvements for Marchbank Park, partnership benefits from the project and the terms of agreement. Dr.
Skrade addressed questions that were raised by the Council in 2022, including ensuring access to underserved youth to participate in SHCP's athletics programming.
Mark Baginski, Verde Design, addressed questions on using synthetic turf versus natural grass, entryways into the parking structure, seating capacity, and the backstop design. Phil Freed addressed questions on impacts to neighborhood parking, plans for the playground area, and the potential to accommodate other sports at the park. Dr. Skrade addressed questions on stadium lights, renovation costs, coordination of park use scheduling, and whether the park will display SHCP's logos.
City Manager Piccolotti addressed questions on City events held at Marchbank Park, plans for the park's walking path, current revenues from Marchbank Park, and the scheduling for the City's annual event, Kasayahan. Piccolotti also noted the project would provide an opportunity for the fastest growing sport of girls flag football. City Attorney Zimmerman addressed questions on the terms of the agreement.
It was moved by Councilmember Manalo, seconded by DiGiovanni and carried by unanimous roll call vote to adopt the resolution.
Resolution 25-39, Authorizing Execution Of Agreement With Sacred Heart Cathedral Preparatory School For The Improvements And Use Of Marchbank Park
AWARD OF BIDS/CONTRACTS:
Appropriate Funds and Award Construction Contract for the Santa Barbara Ave. & Vista Grande Ave.
Green Stormwater Infrastructure and Pedestrian Improvement Project Civil Engineering Associate Alex Yuen provided the staff report to accept all bids, award the contract to FJ&I Engineering Inc. in the amount of $ 173,495, and authorize the requested funding allocations to fund the project. Staff addressed questions on the proposed pedestrian safety improvements and the outreach to surrounding schools and residents in the area.
It was moved by Councilmember Manalo, seconded by Proaño and carried by unanimous roll call vote to adopt the resolution.
Resolution 25-40, Authorizing Appropriation Of Funds And Execution Of Construction Contract With FJ&I Engineering Inc. For The Santa Barbara Avenue & Vista Grande Avenue Green Stormwater Infrastructure And Pedestrian Improvement Project
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ORDINANCES:
Second Reading, Ordinance No. 1480, Amending the Daly City Zoning Map, Rezoning 2150 Geneva Avenue From Light Commercial to Heavy Commercial (C2)
City Attorney Zimmerman provided the second reading of Ordinance 1480 and addressed Council's concerns.
It was moved by Councilmember Manalo, seconded by Councilmember DiGiovanni and carried by unanimous roll call vote to adopt the ordinance.
Ordinance 1480, Amending the Daly City Zoning Map By Rezoning 2150 Geneva Avenue From Light Commercial (CI) to Heavy Commercial (C2) (APN 005-050-020) 2150 Geneva Avenue, Daly City Second Reading, Ordinance No. 1481, Approving Development Agreement Between the City of Daly City and Cormorant Energy Storage, LLC
It was moved by Councilmember Manalo and seconded by Councilmember DiGiovanni to adopt the ordinance.
The project sponsor addressed Councilmember Proaño's request to have additional outreach to the residents of the Bayshore, and addressed questions on the outreach conducted by Cormorant thus far. The Council made deliberations and came to a consensus to have additional outreach by way of mailers to a 1-mile radius surrounding the project site. Councilmember Manalo accepted the friendly amendment to her motion.
It was moved by Councilmember Manalo, seconded by Vice Mayor Sylvester and carried by unanimous roll call vote to adopt the ordinance, as amended.
Ordinance 1481, An Uncodified Ordinance Approving A Development Agreement Between The City Of Daly City And Cormorant Energy Storage, LLC (APN 005-050-020) 2150 Geneva Avenue APPOINTMENTS:
It was moved by Councilmember Sylvester, seconded by Mayor Daus-Magbual and carried to appoint Cristina Bernal to the Personnel Board.
REPORTS:
Council Committee:
San Mateo County Pre-Hospital Emergency Medical Services Group (Sylvester) Emergency Services Council (Sylvester)
CDBG Advisory Committee (Daus-Magbual/Manalo)
Development Committee (Daus-Magbual/Manalo)
Peninsula Clean Energy (PCE) (Daus-Magbual)
City/County Association of Governments of San Mateo County (C/CAG) (Manalo) Ethics Committee (Daus-Magbual/Sylvester)
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City Council
Councilmember Manalo reported attendance at the following events: the Sunset Soiree with Skyline College featuring the South San Francisco and Daly City Colma Chambers of Commerce to highlight their programs, along with Councilmember Proaño; the 25t anniversary of the Walkabout Celebration; the Leadership Summit with AAPI leaders, legislators and elected officials from across the state at the Warner Brothers Studio; the Black History Month celebration at City Hall; the Bocce Ball event with Fire and Police personnel, along with Marian Mann and local seniors; the Council of Cities Dinner at Original Joe's, thanking Mayor Daus-Magbual for his leadership; as a committee appointee, two meetings with the San Mateo Housing and Community Development Committee (HCDC) which makes recommendations to the Board of Supervisors related to housing funds; the Daly City Colma Chamber of Commerce Crab Feed; the Budget Study Session; and the Bites & Beats For a Cause event, a woman empowerment event to highlight women organizations, hosted at Ling Nam Restaurant.
Councilmember Proaño reported on upcoming events: the President's Breakfast for Skyline College hosted by the President's Council on Thursday, March 20 at 7:30 AM at Skyline College; the DCPLA's St. Patrick's Day Luncheon to help Daly City's libraries on Thursday, March 13; and the 100- year anniversary of the Our Lady of Perpetual Help Church with a kick-off mass on March 15 at 10:00 AM.
Councilmember DiGiovanni noted the Town of Colma having its own police dispatch services.
DiGiovanni reported attendance at the following events: the Walkabout exercise event, along with Councilmembers Proaño and Manalo; the Bocce Ball event, acknowledging the Police Department, Marian Mann, Andrea and Director Brown; and the Budget Study Session, acknowledging Director Nevin, Assistant to the City Manager Ramos, and City Manager Piccolotti.
Mayor Daus-Magbual reported on upcoming events: the Women's History Month celebration at City Hall on March 27 at 5:30 PM, to be followed by the inaugural meeting of the Women's Commission on the same day; the debut of Korean market Jagalchi at Serramonte Center on March 28; the inaugural Arab American Heritage Month celebration at City Hall on April 5 from 12:00-3:00 PM; and the Mayor's State of the City Address on March 24 at 5:30 PM.
Staff
City Manager Piccolotti notified the Council regarding staff's preparations for the potential storms.
ADJOURNMENT:
Mayor Daus-Magbual adjourned the meeting at 9:36 in memory of Pat Saunders and Flordevince Michael Morales Reyes.
I. Annette Flipona
Approved as submitted, this, 24th
City Clerk
day of March _, 2025.
Roderick Daus-Magbual
Mayor
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