CITY OF DALY CITY
MINUTES - REGULAR MEETING - CITY COUNCIL
JUNE 9, 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 7:16 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: Pride Month
(Tony Bayudan, Vice Chair, Personnel Board)
APPROVAL OF MINUTES:
Special Meeting of May 27, 2025
It was moved by Councilmember Manalo, seconded by Councilmember DiGiovanni and carried to approve the minutes of May 27, 2025.
APPROVAL OF AGENDA:
It was moved by Councilmember Manalo, seconded by Councilmember Proaño and carried to approve the agenda.
Note on Public Comments:
To provide public comments, members of the public have the option to- 1) 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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ORAL COMMENT:
Nels DeLander, Carpenters Local 217, requested the Council's support for a Public Works Prequalification Ordinance to ensure the City's public construction projects are done by responsible and qualified contractors. The ordinance sets rules on who can bid on larger projects, makes sure contractors use state-approved apprenticeship programs, encourages hiring locally to keep the job and money in the community, requires contractors to provide healthcare for workers, and prevents mistreatment of workers.
Fernando Montanes expressed concern with the escalations between law enforcement agents and communities in Los Angeles and San Francisco. Fernando referred to the City's history with ICE in 2019 and spoke about the fear and anxiety that many immigrant communities are feeling. Fernando urged the Council to reaffirm the City's status as a Sanctuary City to ensure that it upholds the California Values Act, to come up with additional ways to support the City's immigrant communities, and to promote public safety to all regardless of their status.
CONSENT AGENDA:
It was moved by Councilmember Manalo, seconded by Councilmember DiGiovanni and carried to approve the consent agenda.
Resolutions:
Adopt MTC Transit Oriented Communities (TOC) Grant Resolution Resolution 25-81, Committing To Take Steps Toward Achieving Compliance With The Metropolitan Transportation Commission's (MC's) Transit-Oriented Communities (TOC) Policy As A Condition For MTC To Allocate Regional Discretionary Funding To The Housing Policy Development Project (Multi-Jurisdictional Grand Nexus And Feasibility Study) Approve Addendum to Final Environmental Impact Report for the Vista Grande Drainage Basin Improvement Project; Approval of Modified Project
Resolution 25-82, Approving Addendum To Final Environmental Impact Report For The Vista Grande Drainage Basin Improvement Project; Approval Of Modified Project Set Time and Place for a Public Hearing to Consider a Zone Change ZC 04-24-16507 - Amendments to the Zoning Map Rezoning Parcels to be included in the existing -CC Commercial Cannabis Combining District (Set Time: 6/23/25)
Resolution 25-83, Setting Time And Place Of Public Hearing Proposed Ordinance For Zone Change ZC 04-24-16507 Amendments To The Zoning Map Rezoning Parcels To Be Included In The Existing -CC Commercial Cannabis Combining District (Hearing Date June 23, 2025, Time: 7:00 P.M.) Approve Application of Section 108 Loan Program for Financing Early Learning Center Resolution 25-84, Approving Application Of Section 108 Loan Program For Financing Early Learning Center
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Set Time and Place of Public Hearing - Proposed Ordinance Amending Daly City Municipal Code Chapter 5.104 Re: Commercial Cannabis Regulations (Set Time: 6/23/25) Resolution 25-85, Setting Time And Place Of Public Hearing For Proposed Ordinance Amending Daly City Municipal Code Chapter 5.104 Re: Commercial Cannabis Regulations Adopt Comprehensive Biennial Operating and Capital Budgets for Fiscal Year 2026 and Fiscal Year 2027
Resolution 25-86, Adopting Comprehensive Operating Budget And Capital Budgets For Fiscal Year 2026 And Fiscal Year 2027
Re-Appointment of Daly City Bieycle-Pedestrian Advisory Committee Members Resolution 25-87, Appointing Daly City Bicycle-Pedestrian Advisory Committee Members Authorize Application to the Housing Incentive Pool Grant Program for the John Daly Boulevard Pedestrian and Bicycle Facility Improvements Project
Resolution 25-88, Authorizing The Filing Of An Application For Funding Assigned To MTC And Committing Any Necessary Matching Funds And Stating Assurance To Complete The Project
END OF CONSENT OF AGENDA
PUBLIC HEARINGS:
Public Hearing - Notice of Lien and Special Assessment to Rental Property Director of Finance and Administrative Services Tim Nevin provided the staff report for identified properties with unpaid business license rental property taxes and penalties. According to Nevin, proper notice was sent to the property owners to provide them the opportunity to clear the possible lien. All unpaid taxes will be assessed on the upcoming fiscal year tax bill if they are not paid by July 9, 2025.
It was moved by Councilmember Sylvester, seconded by Councilmember DiGiovanni and carried to open the hearing. There were no public comments.
It was moved by Councilmember Sylvester, seconded by Councilmember Manalo and carried to close the hearing.
It was moved by Councilmember Sylvester, seconded by Councilmember DiGiovanni and carried by unanimous roll call vote to adopt the resolution.
Resolution 25-89, Approving Notice Of Lien And Special Assessment To Rental Property Introduction of Ordinance Adding Chapter 15.32.280 of Title 15 of the Daly City Municipal Code Re: Fire Hazard Severity Zones
Battalion Chief Craig Wittner provided the staff report including information on a new state law requiring CAL FIRE to identify areas in the state as moderate, high and very high fire hazard severity zones. 3 CITY OF DALY CITY
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All areas within Daly City have been designated "moderate." Wittner and Fire Chief Ron Myers addressed questions on the following: the fire hazards found in Pacific Palisades compared to those in Daly City; property owners' responsibilities of potential fire hazards in areas next to their homes; actions taken for noncompliance; the types of fires which occur in the City; the quality of the City's water system in terms of water volume; and the availability of pamphlets on brush fires in different languages.
It was moved by Councilmember Manalo, seconded by Councilmember DiGiovanni and carried to open the hearing. There were no public comments.
It was moved by Councilmember Manalo, seconded by Councilmember Proaño and carried to close the hearing.
It was moved by Councilmember Manalo, seconded by Councilmember Sylvester and carried to have the City Attorney read by title only.
Ordinance 1482, Adding Chapter 15.32.280 of Title 15 of the Daly City Municipal Code Re: Fire Hazard Severity Zones
Mayor Daus-Magbual introduced the ordinance.
APPOINTMENTS:
It was moved by Mayor Daus-Magbual, seconded by Councilmember Manalo and carried to appoint Rosario Macahilas to the Arts & Culture Commission.
REPORTS:
Council Committee
Ethics Committee (Daus-Magbual/Sylvester)
Bayshore Revitalization (Sylvester/Manalo)
Seafood City Mural (Daus-Magbual/Manalo)
Council
Councilmember Manalo reported attendance at the following: the Jefferson Adult School Graduation, where Manalo was a guest speaker, to recognize community members for achieving their goals, along with Trustee Tejada, Principal Beshirs, Superintendent Presta, and thanking Mayor Daus-Magbual and Vice Mayor Sylvester; the Housing Leadership Council of San Mateo County Policy Breakfast to discuss affordable housing issues and strategies in the County, along with Congressman Mullin, Supervisor Gauthier, Councilmembers Venkat and Schmidt, President of Supervisors Canepa, and County Manager Callagy; the San Bruno Mountain Day Improvement project to create a walking path and enhancements, along with her son Ethan, City Manager Piccolotti and Councilmember Proaño; the Bayshore Senior Prom Casino Night featuring musical group Native Elements, acknowledging the seniors, Director Brown and staff; San Francisco's Pride flag-raising with Mayor Lurie, Senator Wiener, Assemblymember Haney, and President of Supervisors Mandelman (SF); the San Mateo Leadership Council Graduation of South San Francisco, congratulating Housing & Community Development Manager Suliguin for being a part of the 4 CITY OF DALY CITY
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Class of 2025 and acknowledging Economic and Community Development Specialist Manio for looking at opportunities for a Business Improvement District with the Leadership Council; the Children's Day celebration along with her children, recognizing the Chinese Youth Committee on their leadership; the Harajuku Lumpia Fest in Stonestown, where Manalo was honored for her community work alongside Rudy Corpuz Jr. of United Playaz and Westmoor teacher Joel Vargas; Pacific Islands Day at San Mateo County Fairgrounds along with her daughter; an event featuring the St. Augustine Children's Choir, acknowledging Director Christine; the US Ilocano National Association's annual event to crown their new queens; and the Philippine Baseball Association (PABA) event to promote baseball and build support for Filipino players in the Olympics and national teams, along with Ginger of NBC Bay Area. Manalo noted the potential use of the Marchbank Park field for a collaboration with PABA. Manalo acknowledged the Bayshore Sanitation's 100"h birthday celebration. Manalo requested supporting the Carpenter Union's request by agendizing an item to help promote the safety and health of local workers. Manalo noted the free legal clinics provided by API Legal Outreach as an important resource for the Daly City community which has a large proportion of immigrant residents. Manalo reminded residents that Daly City is a Welcoming City and California's status as a Sanctuary State, assured residents that public officers will not be assisting those working for ICE, and stated that Daly City will stand united with its immigrant community.
Councilmember Proaño reported attendance at the following: the San Bruno Mountain Improvements groundbreaking, noting the recreational space's proximity to Daly City; the ribbon-cutting for Los Agaves Restaurant on Junipero Serra Boulevard, alongside the full Council; the San Mateo County Fair Networking Reception; and the Children's Day celebration at Gellert Park, along with the full Council.
Councilmember DiGiovanni reported attendance at the Children's Day event, recognizing Mr.
Wong and the Chinese youth from Westmoor and Jefferson high schools for their leadership and sharing their culture. DiGiovanni acknowledged the opportunity for free legal aid clinics and inquired whether community members have the option to call in. DiGiovanni referred to the Jewish Community Relations Council introducing a bill to protect all places of worship and requested having a presentation by Jonathan on the history of antisemitism, given the political climate. DiGiovanni acknowledged members of the community who are survivors of the Japanese internment camps and the Holocaust, requested a space to hear their stories, and made a statement of support for those participating in peaceful protests. DiGiovanni stated her father perished in Auschwitz, referring to it as a lesson to be learned.
Vice Mayor Sylvester reported attendance at the following: Polynesian Day by Pacific Islands Together (PIT) at the San Mateo County Fairgrounds, participating in the Prayer Ceremony along with City Manager Piccolotti and recognizing Rowena Meafua for her representation on the Board; Children's Day, acknowledging the cultural event and thanking all the sponsors, alongside the full Council; and the production by the Westlake School for the Performing Arts (WSPA) which featured the Vice Mayor's granddaughter and Hawaiian dancing, expressing pride in having the dance school located within Daly City.
Sylvester reminded everyone that Daly City is a Welcoming City, stating that law enforcement will not assist the efforts of the federal government, and acknowledged the right to protest peacefully. Sylvester reminded the public that law enforcement will take action against acts of vandalism and other violations of the law. Sylvester was open to members of the community coming in to share their history and cultures.
Mayor Daus-Magbual recognized the parents of the WSPA students for everything they do for their children. Dr. Daus-Magbual reported attendance at the following: the 3rd annual Daly City Children's Day by the Chinese Youth Commission, acknowledging Victoria Magbilang for making the connection, and recognizing the commission and Mr. Wong for the youth-coordinated effort; the Pacific Islands Day at the County fair with his family, featuring artist Sammy Johnson, and acknowledged the folks who worked on the event; and the graduation for the Asian American Pacific Islander Studies students at UC Riverside, 5 CITY OF DALY CITY
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where Mayor Daus-Magbual provided the keynote speech, thanking the people from the Asian Pacific Students Programs, and recognizing Dr. Grace Yoo, Dean of Ethnic Studies at San Francisco State. The Mayor reported on upcoming events: the Philippine flag-raising at City Hall on June 11", which will be catered by the Pilipino Bayanihan Resource Center, thanking Tita Perla Ibarrientos; and the Juneteenth flag- raising and ceremony at San Mateo County's County Center on June 11", sponsored by Supervisor Gauthier's Office. The Mayor noted Daly City will observe the Juneteenth Holiday on June 19t* and close City offices. Dr. Daus-Magbual recommended checking the City's various social media and website for more information on City resources including free legal clinics on June 13' and June 27", which are being provided by API Legal Outreach.
Staff
City Manager Piccolotti reported attendance at Pacific Islands Day at the San Mateo County Fair and the Children's Day celebration at Gellert Park.
ADJOURNMENT:
Mayor Daus-Magbual adjourned the meeting at 8:46 PM in memory of Luisa Blue, Michael Alexander Williams, Marcia Grimanesa Proaño Flores Vaca, and Amor Salviejo Magbual.
Approved as submitted, this 23d * Annette lipons
City Clerk
day of_ June , 2025.
Roderick Daus-Magbual
Mayor
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