CITY OF DALY CITY
MINUTES - REGULAR MEETING - CITY COUNCIL
JULY 14, 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 7:01 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
Dr. 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
APPROVAL OF MINUTES:
Regular Meeting of June 23, 2025
It was moved by Councilmember Manalo, seconded by Councilmember DiGiovanni and carried to approve the minutes of June 23, 2025.
APPROVAL OF AGENDA:
It was moved by Councilmember Manalo, seconded by Councilmember Proaño and carried to approve the agenda.
ORAL COMMENT:
Kathryn Tekulve, General Manager of Republic Services, provided an update regarding the work stoppage involving Republic Services Teamsters in Daly City, resulting from union employees' decision to refuse crossing a picket line in solidarity with their colleagues in Manteca. Kathryn outlined measures taken by Republic Services to address the work stoppage, such as prioritizing service for essential businesses, deploying experienced support crews to reinforce operations, delivering service updates to customers through multiple communication channels, establishing drop boxes for residential waste at two designated locations, and conducting residential recovery efforts.
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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CONSENT AGENDA:
It was moved by Councilmember Manalo, seconded by Vice Mayor Sylvester and carried to approve the consent agenda, except for items 3, 6 and 8 which were pulled for discussion.
Resolutions:
Accept and Appropriate Grant from County of San Mateo Aging and Disabilities Services for Fiscal Year 2025-2026 Congregate Nutrition Program
Director of Recreation Services Denise Brown presented a report on the program aimed at promoting the physical and mental well-being of older adults and individuals with disabilities by providing nutritious meals and activities that encourage socialization.
It was moved by Councilmember Manalo, seconded by Councilmember DiGiovanni and carried to adopt the resolution.
Resolution 25-106, Accepting a Grant from the San Mateo County Aging and Disabilities Services Department and Authorizing Appropriation of Grant Funds (Congregate Nutrition Program) Accept and Appropriate Notice of Completion for the Civic Center North Human Resources Tenant Improvements Project
Resolution 25-107, Accepting Completion of Certain Project in the Department of Public Works (Civic Center North Human Resources Tenant Improvements) Approve Negotiation Agreement (ENA) with the Olympic Club Regarding Improvements to Westlake Park
Resolution 25-108, Approving Exclusive Negotiation Agreement between the City of Daly City and the Olympic Club Regarding Proposed Improvements to Westlake Park Appropriate and Amend the City Manager's Authority for the Mussel Rock Stability Project Director of Public Works Richard Chiu proposed reallocating $1.3 million from previously approved projects to support the Mussel Rock Stability Project. Additionally, $1.5 million will need to be appropriated from unrestricted funds. Chiu responded to inquiries about the projects from which the funding would be reallocated, provided updates on the project site, and clarified whether the area is classified as a Superfund site. City Manager Piccolotti reported that staff members are actively pursuing grants and other funding opportunities for the site and are working to secure the landfill area to facilitate necessary future work.
It was moved by Councilmember DiGiovanni, seconded by Councilmember Proaño and carried to adopt the resolution.
Resolution 25-109, Authorizing Amendment to the City Manager's Contract Authority, Execution and Award of Contract/Change Orders and Appropriation and Reallocation of Funds for the Mussel Rock Stability Project
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Approve Memorandum of Agreement with City and County of San Francisco for Funding, Construction, and Operation of the Vista Grande Drainage Basin Improvement Project Resolution 25-110, Approving Memorandum of Agreement between the City of Daly City and County of San Francisco for Funding, Construction and Operation of the Vista Grande Drainage Basin Improvement Project
Authorize the City Manager to Execute a Professional Services Agreement with Kimley-Horn and Associates, Inc. for the Daly City Safe Routes to School Project Director Chiu provided the staff report to execute an agreement with Kimley-Horn for $342,611.12 for the Daly City Safe Routes to School Project and addressed questions regarding the areas included in the safe routes project.
It was moved by Councilmember Manalo, seconded by Councilmember DiGiovanni and carried to adopt the resolution.
Resolution 25-111, Authorizing Execution of Professional Services Agreement for Engineering Design Services with Kimley-Horn and Associates, Inc. for the Daly City Safe Routes to School Project Check Registers
Check Registers for the Month of June 2025
ORDINANCES:
Second Reading, Ordinance No. 1483, Repealing and Replacing Chapter 5.104 of the Daly City Municipal Code Re: Commercial Cannabis Regulations
City Attorney Zimmerman clarified the ordinance concerning business licensing and equity issues related to commercial cannabis. Zimmerman made a distinction between this ordinance and the zoning ordinance, which will be revisited at a future City Council meeting. The Council discussed the ordinance, focusing on the implementation of an equity program, the various types of cannabis businesses it would encompass, and acknowledged the efforts of the Cannabis Council Committee, Economic Development Specialist Manio, and their consultant.
It was moved by Councilmember Manalo, seconded by Vice Mayor Sylvester and carried by the following roll call vote to adopt the ordinance.
Ayes: Manalo, Proaño, Sylvester, Daus-Magbual
Abstained: DiGiovanni
Ordinance 1483, Repealing and Replacing Chapter 5.104 of the Daly City Municipal Code Re:
Commercial Cannabis Regulations
Councilmember DiGiovanni expressed support for equity and second chances, but for businesses not involved in the cannabis industry.
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REPORTS:
Council Committee
San Mateo County Mosquito & Vector Control District (Sylvester) Peninsula Clean Energy (PCE) (Daus-Magbual)
Council
Councilmember DiGiovanni reported attending the following events: the Build A Dream scholarship fundraising event at Doelger Center featuring performances, music and food, recognizing Director Brown, the Recreation staff, and the volunteers for their work; and the informative Daly City History Guild walking tour guided by President Weinberger. DiGiovanni noted the difficulty seniors faced in finding a parking space during the tour and suggested that guest parking permits be issued to those coming to visit the museum.
Councilmember Manalo reported attending the following events: the "despidida" (farewell for Vice Consul Baccay from the Philippine Consulate, along with community members; the Filipino Women's Network's Meet the Authors event for the DISRUPT book series, which celebrates Filipino women in leadership roles and where Manalo was a speaker; the Magnolia ice cream tasting, an event highlighting long-standing business Ramar Foods, along with Vice Mayor Sylvester and his wife; the SF Pride Parade with Mayor Lurie during Pride weekend; and the Safe Transit press conference and rally advocating for a crucial regional tax measure that supports Daly City, a community heavily reliant on public transportation.
Manalo shared updates on the next phase of Bay Wheels in Daly City, acknowledging C/CAG and BPAC for their hard work, as she is a C/CAG board member. Manalo wished Patio Filipino a happy 20th anniversary, congratulating resident and owner Tito Gonzalez and his wife on the milestone. Manalo expressed excitement about featuring different small businesses at the City Hall kiosk, with the first pop- up business launching on July 15th ! Manalo congratulated Vice Mayor Sylvester and wife Nida, wishing them a happy 50t anniversary.
Vice Mayor Sylvester reported attending the following events: the Build A Dream event in Westlake alongside Councilmember DiGiovanni, acknowledging Director Brown; and the ice cream tasting by Ramar Foods, thanking Assistant to the City Manager Ramos and Economic Development Specialist Manio for the invitation, as well as the Daly City staff for their efforts. Sylvester suggested the Bepler St. lot as a convenient parking option for those wishing to participate in the History Guild's walking tour.
Mayor Daus-Magbual reported on the successful Career Exploration Day at City Hall, a joint effort between Kapwa Kultural Center (KKC) and Youth Empowerment, Entrepreneurship, and Employment (YEEE!) Program, acknowledging the contributions of students, Dr. Yu, Chel Gilla, Marcel Valdez, Gracia Najera, John Penacerrada and Shakeel Ali. Dr. Daus-Magbual noted ongoing ICE raids and provided information on community resources, including free legal clinics by the API Legal Outreach and the City, encouraging residents to register online through the City's social media channels. He provided the number for the San Mateo County Rapid Response Hotline (203-666-4472) as another resource for residents' rights.
Dr. Daus-Magbual invited the community to attend the Samoa & American Samoa Flag Raising Ceremony at City Hall on July 26th ", from 12 PM - 1:30 PM.
Councilmember Manalo acknowledged staff for looking at creative solutions in response to the waste collection work stoppages and noted two drop-off locations for residents to dispose of their waste.
Manalo conveyed residents' requests for postings about the stoppage to be multilingual, and noted the City is diligently working with Republic Services to offer options and resources. 4 CITY OF DALY CITY
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Vice Mayor Sylvester noted Daly City Republic Services employees are taken care of and are standing in solidarity with their union colleagues outside the City. Sylvester thanked City Attorney Zimmerman for her letter and the measures that were taken to assist constituents. Sylvester concurred with Councilmember Manalo's request for posting information in different languages, and acknowledged staff for keeping the Council apprised about the situation.
Staff
City Manager Piccolotti announced that notices regarding Republic Services have been posted in multiple languages as of today.
ADJOURNMENT:
Mayor Daus-Magbual adjourned the meeting at 8:42 PM in memory of the flooding victims who perished near the Guadalupe River and the 160 individuals who are still missing in Texas, as well as the following individuals - Jhony Ernesto Ramos, Joel Jeremias Melendez, Jesus Manaces Ramos, Carlos Javier Rogriguez-Mora, Neil Justin Li, Angel Matthew Voller, Christopher Goltiao Bocog, Rosario Cuejilo Dantes, Joyce A. Arata, Felipa "Fely" Santiago Perez, Epifania Santos Soto, Leslie "Les" Robelo Rogamos, and Antoinette Navarro Declaro.
Approved as submitted, this 28th K. Annette Hipona
City Clerk
day of July. 2025.
Dr. Roderick Daus-Magbual
Mayor
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