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REGULAR MEETING MINUTES
FEBRUARY 28, 2023
7:00 PM
In Person Meeting Location: Teleconference via Zoom:
Millbrae Council Chambers https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81399368182 621 Magnolia Avenue For dial-in comments, call 1-669-444-9171 Millbrae, California Meeting ID: 813 9936 8182
Consistent with Government Code Section 54953(e), allows local legislative bodies to hold public meetings via eleconference and to make public meetings accessible telephonically or otherwise electronically to all members o he public seeking to observe and to address the local legislative body or state body to avoid public gatherings anc has suspended all contrary provisions of the Brown Act. This meeting was held both in-person and virtually.
CALL TO ORDER MILLBRAE CITY COUNCIL Video Time: 04:44
Mayor Ann Schneider called the meeting to order at 7:03 p.m.
ROLL CALL: Mayor Ann Schneider, Vice Mayor Maurice Goodman, Councilmember Anders Fung and Angelina Cahalan.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE U.S. FLAG
1. CEREMONIAL/PRESENTATION Video Time: 05:41
Proclamation Proclaiming March 8, 2023, as International Women's Day Mayor Schneider invited Councilmember Cahalan to read the proclamation.
Councilmember Papan joined the meeting at 7:05 pm.
Assistant City Manager/Human Resources Director Isabel Carlos, Recreation Direction Hannah Moran, City Clerk Elaine Tran and Assistant Planner Jennifer Lim received the proclamation. • Informational Presentation on Focus Equity Area/Priority Equity Community from City/County Association of Governments
Mayor Schneider continued the presentation at the request of the presenter to the March 14, 2023 City Council meeting.
• SB 35 Housing Developments: 1301 Broadway and 130-140 EI Camino Real Contract Principal Planner Suzanne Avila of M-Group presented the presentation. City Manager Tom Williams and Community Development Director Andrew Mogensen answered Council questions.
The following members of the public spoke regarding this item:
• Nathan Chan
2. AGENDA OVERVIEW/STAFF BRIEFING Video Time: 1:02:46
• Calendar of events - INFORMATIONAL
• Report of bills and claims - INFORMATIONAL
City Manager Tom Williams reviewed the agenda items, and noted a request to pull Consent Item # 8. He updated the City Council on the following:
City of Millbrae Mission Statement: "Enhancing the quality of life in our shared community, providing great services, encouraging community engagement, fostering economic growth, and embracing cultural diversity in a safe environment." 268
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• Congratulations to Mills High School Woman's Varsity Basketball team on Central Coast Section Division III Championship.
• Public Works held a luncheon to recognize individuals for their response to multiple storms and related emergencies of 2022 and 2023, we thank:
Nick Tippins John Roias Justin Ledbetter
• Kevin Matlock Harry Kwong Craig Centis
• Brett Powell • Ryan Tran Mike Killigrew
• Dave Martinez Robert Munir John Gianoli
• Noel Gantley • Darrin Zolfarelli Jim Harrington
• Carlo Medina • Stephen Carabajal
• Sound banel installation at the Recreation Center throughout the month of March. • Join City Commissions and Committees to make a difference in your community, Parks and Recreation Commission, Community Enhancement, Cultural Arts, and Youth Advisory Committees are looking for more members.
• Millbrae Recreation is offering camp during Spring Break (March 27-31). • Millbrae Works is a great tool to submit and track City service requests. • Hot off' the virtual press! Millbrae Bi-weekly Newsletter is available on the City website. • Longfellow Groundbreaking on March 1 at 2:00 p.m.
Recreation Summer Camp Fair on March 3 at the Recreation Center from 1:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Millbrae FIXIT Clinic on March 11 at the Millbrae Library from 11:00 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Unveiling of Freedoms Threshold commemorating the Life of Harriet Tubman on March 16 at Millbrae Gateway Station at 12:30 p.m.
3. APPROVAL OF MINUTES Video Time: 1:11:54
• Special meeting minutes of November 15, 2022 - ACTION Motion by Fung/Goodman to approve the Special meeting minutes of November 15, 2022. Motion carried 5-0 by roll call vote.
4. ORAL REPORT FROM CITY COMMITTEE/COMMISSION CHAIRS
• None
PUBLIC COMMUNICATION Video Time: 1:12:54
The following member of the public spoke:
• Ron Raquel
CONSENT CALENDAR Video Time: 1:16:50
Receive and File Monthly General Fund Financial Report for the Period Ending January 31, 2023 -
INFORMATIONAL
Resolution No. 23-18 authorizing the City Manager or designee to execute an amendment with the County of San Mateo to provide Law Enforcement Services for FY 2022-2023 through FY 2026-2027 and in an amount not to exceed $8,064,820 for the period of July 1, 2022 through June 30, 2023 - ACTION
7. Approval of field use at Central Park, and fee waivers for the Spring Festival on April 8, 2023 - ACTION
Approve, by motion, to authorize the Mayor to attend the National League of Cities' Congressional City Conference in Washington, D.C. - ACTION
(Removed for a separate consideration)
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Motion by Goodman/Cahalan to approve the Consent Calendar except Item #8. Motion carried 5-0 by roll call vote.
8. Approve, by motion, to authorize the Mayor to attend the National League of Cities' Congressional City Conference in Washington, D.C. - ACTION
Video Time: 1:18:38
Council discussed the item.
There was no public comment regarding this item.
Motion by Goodman/Cahalan to Approve, by motion, to authorize the Mayor to attend the National League of Cities' Congressional City Conference in Washington, D.C. Motion carried 3-1-1 by roll call vote with Councilmember Fung dissenting and Councilmember Papan abstaining.
PUBLIC HEARING
• None
EXISTING BUSINESS Video Time: 1:32:32
9. Discussion and Direction Regarding Downtown Parklet Program - ACTION Community Development Director Andrew Mogensen presented the report. Assistant Planner Jennifer Lim was available to answer questions.
Council asked questions of staff.
The following members of the public spoke regarding this item:
• Vernon Bruce
• Punsak (Paul) Pole
• You You Xue
• Bijay (BJ)
Council discussion ensued.
City Manager Williams stated for the record that Staff will be working with legal counsel on getting a fair value for the space because we cannot give public property away to a private entity as it would b onsidered a gift of public funds. We need to keep in mind that this won't be for free Motion by Fung/Papan to continue the current Downtown Parklet Program in the interim and provide relief to businesses that are impacted, and direct staff return with an ordinance by September 2023. Motion carried 5-0 by roll call vote.
NEW BUSINESS Video Time: 2:25:50
10. Appointment to the Board of the Bay Area Water Supply and Conservation Agency (BAWSCA) and the Bay Area Regional Water System Financing Authority - ACTION There was no public comment regarding this item.
Motion by Goodman/Fung to appoint Mayor Schneider to the Board of the Bay Area Water Supply and Conservation Agency (BAWSCA) and the Bay Area Regional Water System Financing Authority. Motion carried 5-0 by roll call vote.
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COUNCIL COMMENTS Video Time: 2:28:09
Mayor Schneider:
• BAWSCA is waiting to see if the Governor will rescind the tier 2 water conversation effort and if there will be an agency subscription service to find leaks to reduce seepage. • PBAC discussed electric bikes on trail systems.
• SFO Round Table Legislative Committee met to discuss goals. • Mayor Civic Coordinating Council met last Thursday, hoping we get more time where CERT can help seniors with mobility issues during emergencies and practice evacuations. > Adopt a Spot clean-up for Bayside Manor at Hillcrest and Hemlock is postponed. • CalCities has its legislative update on March 15 to discuss bills introduced in Sacramento. • The Sister Cities Commission hosted the Japanese Sister Cities of the Peninsula at the Recreation Center to discuss programming.
• Attended the Senior valentine's luncheon.
Vice Mayor Goodman:
• A committee meeting was canceled as it could not meet quorum. • Happy to hear that MEF met its fundraising goals.
• Would likeito see the City focus on low-income housing to address discouraging ice vehicles within the City.
Councilmember Fung:
> Peninsula Clean Energy approved another half-a million-dollar funding to help improve home energy efficiencies for all San Mateo County residents through different programs - heat pump water heaters, electrical panels, and e-bikes.
• The HEART Board appointed Michael Brownrigg as the new Chair. • Participated in MEF Gala fundraiser to fund school programs.
Councilmember Cahalan:
- Regarding agenda item #8, suggested that the Mayor report back with learning and outcomes from the National League Cities Conference.
• Commute.crg provided a presentation on the US101 express lanes and programs promoting equity and low-income access. Clipper cards and FasTrak transponders valued at $100 are available. • Airport Land Use met and had recommendations on the Millbrae Housing Element. • Attended the Labor Council Roundtable for new council members. • The Homelessness Subcommittee toured the Samaritan House's Safe Harbor Shelter. > Millbrae Education Foundation (MEF) Gala was a great success, they met their fundraising goal.
Councilmember Papan:
• The MEF Gala was great, and many parents worked really hard to raise over $150k in donations. • The Airport Land Use Plan needs to be redone by the C/CAG subcommittee, and hope that it will include childcare.
• C/CAG Express Lanes are trying to provide more Clipper cards and FasTrak transponders to nonprofits and communities in need.
• Will be attending the groundbreaking ceremony on an all-electric building in the City tomorrow. • Attended the State of Silicon Valley, there is a huge income gap in our region. Affordability of units is vital, and people are displaced every day.
• Attended Self Help of Elderly lunch.
> Senior Advisory Committee is updating its work plan and looking for sponsors for their coffee.
Hosting a neighborhood meeting on Saturday at the Recreation Center.
Requested that the City Council meeting will adjourn in honor of long-time Millbrae resident Elaine Courcoumelis.
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CLOSED SESSION
CLOSED SESSION- Conference with Legal Counsel
Existing Litigation Pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(1):
Sharon D'Lima v. City of Millbrae; San Mateo Superior Court Case No. 20-CIV-00717 There was no public comment regarding the Closed Session item.
ADJOURN CITY COUNCIL Video Time: 2:46:31
The City Council adjourned the meeting to Closed Session at 9:45 p.m. in memory of Elaine Courcoumelis, a long- time Millbrae resident.
The video recording of the meeting is available on the Millbrae Community Television YouTube website. You can click on the link below to view the recording of the entire meeting. https://www.youtube.com/live/0a8QIKMEzvo
Minutes approved on May 23, 2023.
Ann Schneida
BY: APPROVED:
Elaine Tran Ann Schneider
City Clerk Mayor