CITY OF DALY CITY
MINUTES - REGULAR MEETING - CITY COUNCIL
FEBRUARY 9, 2026
Visit _https://www.youtube.com/@DalyCityGov/streams to view the City Council meeting CALL TO ORDER:
Mayor Sylvester called the 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) ROLL CALL: Councilmembers Present
Glenn R. Sylvester, Mayor
Teresa G. Proaño, Vice Mayor
Dr. Roderick Daus-Magbual
Pamela DiGiovanni
Juslyn C. Manalo
Staff Present
Thomas J. Piccolotti, City Manager
Rose Zimmerman, City Attorney
K. Annette Hipona, City Clerk
APPROVAL OF MINUTES:
Regular Meeting of January 26, 2026
It was moved by Councilmember Daus-Magbual, seconded by Councilmember Manalo and carried to approve the minutes of January 26, 2026, as amended.
APPROVAL OF AGENDA:
It was moved by Councilmember DiGiovanni, seconded by Councilmember Daus-Magbual, and carried to approve the agenda.
ORAL COMMENT:
Emma Mapa expressed her gratitude to the Council and Police staff for assigning an officer to monitor Dorchester Drive and for issuing citations to speeding vehicles along John Daly Boulevard. Emma requested the installation of cameras and improved lighting in the area, as well as assistance with her PG&E bill.
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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Jim Laramie raised concerns about the detrimental effects of large tree roots on the streets and sidewalks along W. Cavour Street. He noted that these roots are causing drainage issues during heavy rains and leading to sidewalk buckling, which ultimately results in expensive street repairs. Jim requested help with the removal of trees located in front of 55 and 61 W. Cavour St.
CONSENT AGENDA:
It was moved by Councilmember DiGiovanni, seconded by Councilmember Sylvester and carried to approve the consent agenda, with the exception of items #4 and 13.
Communications:
Accept OTR 4 Investment Report
Accept the Fiscal Year 2025 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR) Interim Director of Finance and Administrative Services Tim Nevin provided the staff report recommending the acceptance of the ACFR. Nevin clarified questions regarding identified deficiencies linked to internal controls discussed in the report by auditors Maze & Associates.
It was moved by Councilmember DiGiovanni, seconded by Vice Mayor Proaño and carried to accept the report.
Resolutions:
Amend Traffic Regulations to: (1) Extend the existing 4-ft red zone on the south side of the driveway at 7535 Mission Street to 6-ft; and (2) remove the existing 3.5-ft red zone between the two parking spaces in front of 7535 Mission Street and 7555 Mission Street (TSR 26/22) Resolution 26-15, Establishing Traffic Regulations
Approve Resolution Adopting Salary Schedules and Benefits for Miscellaneous/Unrepresented Employees
Resolution 26-16, Adopting Salary Schedule/Benefits For Miscellaneous/Unrepresented Employees
Approve Resolution Adopting Salary Schedules and Benefits for Executive Management Employees Resolution 26-17, Adopting Salary Schedule And Benefits For Executive Management Employees Accept and Appropriate Fiscal Year 2026 Mid-Year Operating and Capital Improvement Program Budget Adjustments
Resolution 26-18, Accepting And Appropriating Fiscal Year 2026 Mid-Year Operating Capital Improvement Program Budget Adjustments
Authorize the City Manager to Approve a Purchase Agreement with Altec for an Altee Model AT41ME Articulating Telescopic Aerial Lift Service Truck 2 CITY OF DALY CITY
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Resolution 26-19, Authorizing Execution Of A Purchase Agreement With Altec For An Altec Model AT41ME Articulating Telescopic Aerial Lift Service Truck Authorize Agreement with the County of San Mateo for Participation in the Compost for Climate Solutions Program
Resolution 26-20, To Enter into a Memorandum of Understanding with the County of San Mateo for Participation in the San Mateo County Compost for Climate Solutions Program to Support Senate Bill 1383 Procurement Compliance
Set Time and Place for a Public Hearing to Consider Proposed Ordinance Amending Chapter 8.16 of the Daly City Municipal Code Re: Property Maintenance and Nuisance Abatement Resolution 26-21, Setting Time And Place Of Public Hearing For Proposed Ordinance Amending Chapter 8.19 Of The Daly City Municipal Code Re: Property Maintenance And Nuisance Abatement (Hearing Date: February 23, 2026, Time: 7:00 P.M.)
Accept 2025 Mandated Fire And Life Safety Inspection Report Resolution 26-22, Acknowledging North County Fire Authority Regarding The Inspection Of Certain Occupancies Required To Perform Annual Inspections In Such Occupancies Pursuant To Sections 13146.2 And 13146.3 Of The California Health And Safety Code Approve Early Lease Renewal and Authorization to Execute a Lease Amendment for the Child Care Center at 280 92nd Street
Councilmember Manalo acknowledged how essential childcare is for the community by helping families thrive, noting that the Child Care Center on 92nd Street is utilized by many families in Daly City.
Mayor Sylvester agreed on the necessity for more childcare services and noted that the County has plans in the pipeline regarding this issue.
It was moved by Councilmember Manalo, seconded by Councilmember DiGiovanni and carried to adopt the resolution.
Resolution 26-23, Approving An Early Lease Renewal And Authorizing Execution Of A Lease Amendment For The Childcare Center At 280 92nd Street
END OF CONSENT AGENDA
PUBLIC HEARINGS:
Public Hearing to Consider Adoption of an Entertainment Zone Ordinance Pursuant to State Law (SB 969)
Economic Development Specialist Maybelle Manio provided the staff report to adopt an ordinance framework that aligns with best practices statewide and requires a biennial review to assess its impacts. 3 CITY OF DALY CITY
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Manio addressed questions on the following: the origin of the ordinance, how an entertainment zone is activated and examples of when the ordinance would be utilized, whether an ordinance exists that similarly addresses cannabis consumption, the type of data collected to ensure successful implementation, age verification procedures at special events, types of alcohol that businesses can sell at events, steps for activating an entertainment zone and the process for approving a special event permit, the point of purchase for alcoholic beverages, and preventive measures for underage drinking.
Councilmember Manalo recognized Senator Wiener for authoring SB 969 in conjunction with San Francisco's major city events and the ordinance being used as an economic development tool. Mayor Sylvester acknowledged the ordinance as an added layer of security to assist the City, while also addressing the challenges faced during public events.
Mayor Sylvester opened the public hearing. There were no public speakers.
It was moved by Councilmember DiGiovanni, seconded by Vice Mayor Proaño and carried to close the hearing.
It was moved by Councilmember Manalo, seconded by Councilmember DiGiovanni and carried for the City Attorney to read the ordinance by title only.
Councilmember Manalo introduced the ordinance.
Ordinance 1487, Adding Chapter 5.96 to the Daly City Municipal Code to Establish an Entertainment Zone Program Pursuant to California Business and Professions Code Sections 23039.5, 23357, 25690, 25691 & 25692 (As Amended by SB 969)
Public Hearing on Issuance of Tax-Exempt Bonds for 493 Eastmoor Apartments and Resolution Approving the Issuance of Bonds
Acting Director of Economic and Community Development Michael Van Lonkhuysen provided the staff report for the TEFRA hearing and the resolution to approve the issuance of bonds for a 72-unit multifamily housing project at the designated site. Van Lonkhuysen also addressed questions regarding the funding amount from Daly City for the project, as well as the funding from HEART.
Mayor Sylvester opened the public hearing. There were no public speakers.
It was moved by Councilmember DiGiovanni, seconded by Councilmember Daus-Magbual and carried to close the hearing.
It was moved by Councilmember Manalo, seconded by Councilmember DiGiovanni and carried by unanimous roll call vote to adopt the resolution.
Resolution 26-24, Approving the Issuance by the California Statewide Communities Development Authority of Exempt Facility Bonds for a Qualified Residential Rental Project for 493 Eastmoor APPOINTMENTS:
It was moved by Councilmember Manalo, seconded by Councilmember Daus-Magbual and carried to appoint Liezel Chan to the Women's Commission.
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Vice Mayor Proaño informed the Council of an upcoming appointment.
It was moved by Councilmember Manalo, seconded by Councilmember DiGiovanni and carried to reappoint Angella Logarta to the Library Board of Trustees.
REPORTS:
Council Committee
Ad Hoc Committee - City Commissioners (Sylvester/ Proaño) Illegal Dumping Committee (Proaño /Sylvester)
Department of Emergency Management (Sylvester)
City Council
Vice Mayor Proaño reported attendance at the following events: the groundbreaking at Marchbank Park with Sacred Heart Cathedral, Mayor Sylvester, Councilmembers Manalo and Daus-Magbual, City Manager Piccolotti, Assistant to the City Manager Ramos, Director Cosgrove, and City staff; a celebration at Holy Cross Cemetery honoring the Hello Girls, American bilingual women who were switchboard operators during WWI, helping with the war effort, wherein the women finally received recognition and veteran benefits; the Daly City Host Lions event to collect eyeglasses and hearing aids for those in need, along with Councilmember Manalo; the Daly City Host Lions Club's Student Speaker Contest, where City Manager Piccolotti served as one of the judges, and where Maria Skaf won the competition and will represent the City at the next level; and Skyline College's Sunset Soiree along with over 200 community members, Dr. Daus-Magbual, Councilmember Manalo and City Manager Piccolotti.
Councilmember Manalo reported attendance at the following events: the Marchbank Park groundbreaking with Sacred Heart Cathedral, calling the state-of-the-art field the largest private-public partnership in Daly City; the Crab Feed with the Recreation Department, to support a great cause - the Build A Dream program. Manalo reported that community members from FAREPA are interested in collaborating with the City to provide a free workshop for first-time homebuyers. Manalo also noted AMR's interest in partnering with Daly City to offer CPR training for the North County community. Manalo commended the City for its ongoing work with the County on climate resiliency and efforts to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. Manalo expressed pride in the decision to utilize City-owned land for affordable childcare services, which will be facilitated by Peninsula Family Services, acknowledging the Peninsula Division of the League of California Cities, which Manalo sits on.
Councilmember Daus-Magbual recognized Jefferson High School for collaborating with hip-hop MC LaRussell on his "I'm From the Bay" music video, congratulating LaRussell for his performance during the Super Bowl and for signing with Roc Nation. Dr. Daus-Magbual expressed pride in the students from Jefferson and Westmoor High School and neighboring schools for coming to City Hall to exercise their First Amendment to rally against ICE, showing political engagement and empathy, and reported on talks around a statewide walkout among college and high school students concerning the issue. Dr. Daus- Magbual announced the annual scholarship program by the Daly City Colma Chamber of Commerce and encouraged students to apply for the scholarships before the February 134 deadline.
Councilmember Manalo expressed pride in LaRussell's video, encouraging everyone to watch his video featuring Jefferson High School and its students and commending the video for showcasing the youth, culture, and talent in the Bay Area. Manalo also recognized local record label Empire. 5 CITY OF DALY CITY
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Councilmember DiGiovanni reported attendance at the Crab Feed for the Build A Dream scholarship program, recognizing the volunteers, the Recreation staff, including Opal Fuller and Denise Brown, the DCPLA's Clayton Koo, and members of the community who contributed gift baskets.
DiGiovanni recognized the Boy Scouts and their troop leader who were present in the audience, and spoke about the importance of youth, role models, and civic engagement.
Mayor Sylvester reported attendance at the following events: the Marchbank Park groundbreaking ceremony, recognizing City Manager Piccolotti for his leadership on the project; and the Crab Feed to support the Build A Dream program, which provides scholarships for those in need, thanking staff who worked on the event. Sylvester acknowledged Adonis Marcelino (aka Adonis Eats) as an important member of the community. The Mayor also acknowledged the Scouts and their troop leader who were present and requested their troop leader to say a few words.
The Scout Leader for Troop 58 spoke about the significance of civic engagement and volunteerism, highlighting the valuable advice that scouts receive from their scout leaders.
ADJOURNMENT:
Mayor Sylvester adjourned the meeting at 8:54 P.M. in memory of Stephen Matthew David, Cathie Shubunka Cadigan, and Shane Tyler Hart.
Approved as submitted, this 23rd I Annette tipona
City Cler
day of February 2026
Glenn R. Sylvester
Mayor
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