CITY OF DALY CITY
MINUTES - REGULAR MEETING - CITY COUNCIL
JULY 28, 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 7:04 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
Glenn R. Sylvester, Vice Mayor
Pamela DiGiovanni
Juslyn C. Manalo
Councilmembers Absent
Dr. Roderick Daus-Magbual, Mayor
Teresa G. Proaño
Staff Present
Thomas J. Piccolotti, City Manager
Rose L. Zimmerman, City Attorney
K. Annette Hipona, City Clerk
PRESENTATIONS:
Parks & Recreation Month Proclamation
Recreation Commission (Chair Fernando Montanes and Commissioner Nate Ortiz) Pediatric Brain Tumor Research Awareness Month Proclamation Brain Explorations, South San Francisco (Ysabella Tolentino, Tanya, Amber, and Annabelle) APPROVAL OF MINUTES:
Regular Meeting of July 14, 2025
It was moved by Councilmember Manalo, seconded by Councilmember DiGiovanni and carried to approve the minutes of July 14, 2025.
APPROVAL OF AGENDA:
It was moved by Councilmember DiGiovanni, seconded by Vice Mayor Sylvester 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.
CITY OF DALY CITY
MINUTES - REGULAR MEETING - CITY COUNCIL
JULY 28, 2025
ORAL COMMENT:
Emma Mapa, a senior resident of the Westlake district, requested that the City install speed bumps long John Dalv Boulevard. add streetlights
expressed concern regarding speeding drivers, commercial vehicles occupying residential parking spaces. and her own experience of falling while walking due to the lack of street lights.
Jason Delrosario requested a status update on a property located at 553 King Drive in Daly City.
CONSENT AGENDA:
It was moved by Councilmember Manalo, seconded by Councilmember DiGiovanni and carried to approve the consent agenda, except for items 5 and 8, which were pulled for discussion.
Resolutions:
Authorize the City Manager to Execute a License Agreement with the Daly City Dolphins Aquatics Club for the Use of Giammona Pool
Director of Recreation Services Denise Brown provided the staff report detailing the license agreement terms for the Dolphins Aquatics Club's use of Giammona Pool. The club's Board President, Jonathan Lee, along with Head Coach Jacob, acknowledged their organization's partnership with Daly City and discussed the benefits of their swimming programs for the community.
It was moved by Councilmember DiGiovanni, seconded by Councilmember Manalo and carried by voice vote to adopt the resolution.
Resolution 25-112, Authorizing a Use Agreement with the Daly City Dolphins Aquatic Club (Giammona Pool at Westmoor High School)
Authorize Workers' Compensation Coverage for Public Safety Volunteers under Labor Code § 3363.5
Resolution 25-113, Authorizing Workers' Compensation Coverage for Public Safety Volunteers Pursuant to Labor Code § 3363.5
Authorize the City Manager to Execute the Project Supplement for the Daly City Micromobility Pilot Project
Resolution 25-114, Authorizing the City Manager to Execute the Project Supplement No. 2 for the Daly City Micromobility Pilot Project
Accept and Appropriate Local Shuttle Program Funds for the Daly City Bayshore Shuttle Director of Public Works Richard Chiu requested the acceptance and appropriation of local grant funding and unallocated funds to continue the operation of the Bayshore Shuttle service.
It was moved by Councilmember Manalo, seconded by Councilmember DiGiovanni and carried by voice vote to adopt the resolution.
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Resolution 25-115, Accepting and Appropriating Local Shuttle Program Funds and Authorizing Execution of the Funding Agreement for the Daly City Bayshore Shuttle Authorize the City Manager to Execute an Amendment to the Service Agreement for Roadway Medians and Rights-of-Way Landscape Maintenance Service with Loral Landscaping Resolution 25-116, Authorizing Amendment to the Service Agreement for Roadway Medians and Right-of-Way Landscape Maintenance Service - Loral Landscaping Approve Notice of Completion for the City Hall Elevator Modernization and ADA Barrier Removal Project
Resolution 25-117, Accepting Completion of Certain Project in the Department of Public Works (City Hall Elevator Modernization and ADA Barrier Removal Project) Authorize Increase of Tow Service Fees for Daly City Police Department Contracted Tow Service Providers
Resolution 25-118, Authorizing Increase of Tow Service Fees for Daly City Police Department Contracted Tow Service Providers
RESOLUTIONS:
Designate Voting Delegate and Alternate for League of California Cities General Assembly Assistant to the City Manager Leilani Ramos provided the staff report and addressed questions regarding the timeline for submitting the designation, as well as which Councilmembers plan to attend the League of California Cities Conference. The Council discussed the selection of the voting delegate and alternates.
It was moved by Vice Mayor Sylvester, seconded by Councilmember Manalo and carried by unanimous roll call vote to designate Mayor Daus-Magbual as Voting Delegate and appoint Councilmember Manalo and Councilmember DiGiovanni as Voting Alternates.
Resolution 25-119, Authorizing Selection And Designation Of A Voting Delegate And Alternate(s) To Cast Ballots On Behalf Of The City Of Daly City At The League Of California Cities Annual Conference And Expo
REPORTS:
Council Committee
Bay Area Water Supply & Conservation Agency (BAWSCA) (Manalo) Bayshore Revitalization (Sylvester/Manalo)
Council
Councilmember Manalo updated the community about the pop-up business at City Hall, Tallio's Coffee & Tea, and acknowledged the efforts of Economic Development Specialist Manio. Manalo reported attending recent events: the holiday showcase at Dave & Buster's, held at the Serramonte Center in partnership with the Daly City Colma Chamber of Commerce; a film screening at the Children's Creativity 3 CITY OF DALY CITY
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Museum, featuring work by filmmaker and professional soccer player Reina Bonta, with hopes of having the film show in theaters in Daly City; an educational forum on wildfire safety organized by PG&E and the Filipino American Press Club, also acknowledging the North County Fire Authority for their contributions; a memorial service for community leader John lesha Ena, during which Vice Mayor Sylvester presented a proclamation honoring Ena's life; the Samoa and American Samoa flag-raising event at City Hall; the Family Resource Day event, commending the Daly City Partnership for providing valuable support services to the community; and an event hosted by the Burmese community at Gellert Park, thanking Vice Mayor Sylvester for informing her about the occasion. Manalo shared information about upcoming events in the city: National Night Out on August 5th at Serramonte, acknowledging Acting Chief Christensen; the grand opening of Seafood City grocery store on July 31st at St. Francis Square; an event showcasing the artwork of Doelger Seniors on August 12th at City Hall; the 2nd annual Hip Hop Day on August 16th at the War Memorial Community Center; Daly City Library Day with the San Francisco Giants, with proceeds benefiting local libraries; and free legal clinics hosted by API Legal Outreach and the City on the second and fourth Fridays of the month, encouraging community members to register online through the City's social media channels. Manalo congratulated the Kapwa Kultural Center (KKC) on their grand opening and on winning a beautiful community space, Kapwa Gardens, through their efforts; she acknowledged Supervisor Canepa for his support of KKC.
Councilmember DiGiovanni reported attending recent events: the Brain Exploration event for children, which focused on neuroscience and STEM at the South San Francisco Library; the Thank You Fair at the Bayshore Community Center, acknowledging Peninsula Family Services for their contributions, along with the Bayshore Library; and the memorial service for Queen lesha Ena, attended along with the Council and City Manager Piccolotti. DiGiovanni discussed a partnership with Peninsula Family Services to build a new childcare center near City Hall and acknowledged Supervisor Speier for her support in securing funding for this project. DiGiovanni requested that the City explore funding options, possibly through grants, to help keep the Library open on Saturdays to provide a safe space for the community.
DiGiovanni mentioned the potential for a free health clinic at the Top of the Hill area, supported by the SF Host Lions and Daly City Crocker Lodge.
Vice Mayor Sylvester reported attending recent events: the memorial service for John lesha Ena, where Sylvester presented a proclamation in honor of Ena and acknowledged those present, including City Manager Piccolotti, City staff, and members of the Police Department; and a celebration with KQED to honor the Pasifika community, as a guest of Reina Meafua, and which featured performances of Tongan, Samoan, Hawaiian, and Tahitian dances. Sylvester highlighted several upcoming events, including the openings of Seafood City and Chow King in Daly City, National Night Out on August Sth, which will feature a new vendor, and a fundraiser event by Daly City PAL on September 5th, to be catered by Original Joe's Restaurant.
ADJOURNMENT:
Vice Mayor Sylvester adjourned the meeting at 9:07 P.M. in memory of Benito Jaime Del Rosario, Jr., John lesha Ena, William James Simms, Anton Thomas Jensen, Bryan Eric Lujan, Pia Lopezbanos- Carrion. and Arsenio Celedio.
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Approved as submitted, this
City Clerk
day of September, 2025.
Glenn Sylvester
Vice Mayor
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