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REGULAR MEETING MINUTES
July 25, 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
Pursuant to the Ralph M. Brown Act, THIS MEETING WAS HELD BOTH IN-PERSON and VIRTUALLY pursuant to limitations prescribed by State law. If a technical issue arises with Zoom or the phone dial-in option, the City Council meeting will continue unless the meeting is being held pursuant to the provisions of Assembly Bill 2449 for elected officials.
CALL TO ORDER MILLBRAE CITY COUNCIL Video Time: 03:57
Mayor Ann Schneider called the meeting to order at 7:04 p.m.
ROLL CALL: Mayor Ann Schneider, Councilmembers Anders Fung, Angelina Cahalan and Gina Papan.
Councilmember Goodman was absent excused from the meeting.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE U.S. FLAG
1. CEREMONIAL/PRESENTATION Video Time: 05:55
• Proclamation Proclaiming September 4, 2023 as Labor Day Mayor Schneider read the proclamation.
Received by Mark Leach, Teamster 856 Representative.
• Proclamation Proclaiming September 11 as Patriot Day and National Day of Service and Remembrance
Mayor Schneider invited Councilmember Cahalan to read the proclamation.
Received by Eamonn Allen, Millbrae Bureau Chief and Captain of San Mateo County Sheriff's Office. • Commendation for Ann Kirkbride
Mayor Schneider read the proclamation.
Received by Ann Kirkbride, Former Community Enhancement Advisory Committee Member. • California vs Hate Presentation
Becky Monroe, California Civil Rights Department Deputy Director for Strategic Initiatives and External Affairs (Formerly Department of Fair Employment and Housing) presented the presentation. • San Mateo Sheriff's Office Update
Eamonn Allen, Millbrae Bureau Chief and Captain of San Mateo County Sheriff's Office presented the presentation.
• SAL's Food Wine and Hero Event
Lilian Tashiro, Deputy Director of San Mateo County Sheriff's Activities League presented the presentation.
2. AGENDA OVERVIEW/STAFF BRIEFING Video Time: 1:27:52
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." 327
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• Calendar of events - INFORMATIONAL
• Report of bills and claims - INFORMATIONAL
• Report out from July 19, 2023 Closed Session
City Manager Tom Williams updated the City Council on the following:
• Skyline Water Tank Replacement Project is complete, the new 1.5 million gallon water tank is a vital asset to the City's water supply.
• Planning Commission Recruitment is ongoing.
Upcoming Events:
• Tuesday, August 1st @ 5:30 pm - National Night Out at Central Park • Friday - August 11th @ Sunset (8 pm) - Millbrae Goes to the Movies - Ft. Puss in Boots:
The Last Wish
> Thursday - August 17th @ 6:00 pm - Beats, Brews, and Vines on Broadway • Saturday, August 19th @ 8 am - Millbrae Machines Car Show Mayor Schneider asked City Manager Williams to update the Council for the record that the County Executive is to host a Millbrae community meeting regarding La Quinta Inns and Suites. City Manager Williams stated he has been in contact with the County Executive to schedule a community meeting sooner than August 18.
City Manager Williams stated that on July 19, 2023, the City Council met in Closed Session pursuant to Governmental Code $54957.6 to discuss Labor Negotiations. At that meeting, the City Council directed Staff to provide a contract with the Teamster Union, which is on tonight's Consent Calendar Item 10.
3. APPROVAL OF MINUTES Video Time: 1:32:31
• Special meeting minutes of April 11, 2023 - ACTION
• Regular meeting minutes of April 11, 2023 - ACTION
Motion by Fung/Cahalan to approve the two sets of meeting minutes as presented. Motion carried 4-0 by roll call vote.
4. ORAL REPORT FROM CITY COMMITTEE/COMMISSION CHAIRS
• None
PUBLIC COMMUNICATION Video Time: 1:32:31
The following members of the public spoke:
• Jack Warner • Ron Raquel • Sumant Ranji
• Cynthia Tan • Griselda Gonzalez
• Roshan Kapur
Sunny Au Yeung • Zhao Tong Hu • Olga Garcia
• Alice Kuang • Bonnie Jean Patton • John Chang
• Sissy Riley • Lou Sandrini
CONSENT CALENDAR Video Time: 2:03:20
5. Receive and File Monthly General Fund Financial Report for the Period Ending June 30, 2023 -
INFORMATIONAL
6. Approve by motion, a request from the Millbrae Education Foundation (MEF) for the use of the Recreation Center Great Hall, Fitness Center, and fee waivers for the MEF Holiday Boutique on December 9, 2023 - ACTION
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7. Adoption of Resolution No. 23-56 approving a Lease for Outdoor Advertising Display Sign by and between the City of Millbrae and OUTFRONT Media, LLC., and authorize its execution by the City Manager or designee - ACTION
8. Adoption of Resolution No. 23-57 Authorizing Collection of Fiscal Year 2023-2024 Stormwater Fees on the San Mateo County Tax Roll - ACTION
9. Adoption of Resolution No. 23-58 Authorizing the City Manager or designee to execute a Professional Service Agreement with GHD Consultants for the Design of Water Pollution Control Plant - Sludge Thickener System Rehabilitation Project - ACTION
10. Adoption of Resolutions No. 23-59, 23-60 and 23-61 Amending the Memorandum of Understanding between the City of Millbrae and the Teamsters Local 856 Miscellaneous and Sanitation Units effective July 1, 2023 through June 30, 2025 - ACTION
Motion by Papan/Fung to approve the Consent Calendar: Motion carried 4-0 by roll call vote.
PUBLIC HEARING Video Time: 2:06:31
11. Continuation of July 11, 2023 meeting - Waive the first reading and introduce an ordinance Amending to Title 10, "Planning and Zoning," Chapter 10.05 "Zoning," Article II "Definitions," Article XXXII "Accessory Dwelling Units," and Adding Article XXXV "Objective Standards and Affordability Requirements for Two-Unit Residential Developments and Urban Lot Splits in Single- Family Residential Zones" to Comply with the Requirements of Senate Bill 9 - ACTION Community Development Planning Manager Roscoe Mata and consultant Bruce Brubaker, Principal Planner of Place Works presented the report.
Mayor Schneider opened the Public Hearing.
Staff responded to questions. Council discussion ensued.
There was no public comment regarding this item.
Motion by Fung/Cahalan to close the Public Hearing. Motion carried 4-0 by roll call vote.
Motion by Fung/Cahalan to Waive the first reading and introduce an ordinance Amending to Title 10, "Planning and Zoning," Chapter 10.05 "Zoning," Article II "Definitions," Article XXXII "Accessory Dwelling Units," and Adding Article XXXV "Objective Standards and Affordability Requirements for Two-Unit Residential Developments and Urban Lot Splits in Single-Family Residential Zones" to Comply with the Requirements of Senate Bill 9. Motion carried 4-0 by roll call vote.
EXISTING BUSINESS Video Time: 2:17:02
12. Self Help for the Elderly Semi-Annual Update - INFORMATIONAL Self Help for the Elderly Director of Programs and Administration Winnie Yu presented the report.
Council asked questions of staff and provided comments.
There was no public comment regarding this item.
The City Council received the informational report.
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13. adoption of a Resolution Awarding a Construction Contract to VH Builders of Burlingame, CA fo he Millbrae Library Makerspace Project - ACTIOI
Video Time: 2:36:30
Public Works and Engineering Director Sam Bautista and Deputy Director of San Mateo Libraries Danae Ramirez presented the report.
Council asked questions of staff and provided comments.
There was no public comment regarding this item.
Motion by Cahalan/Papan to Adopt Resolution No. 23-62 Awarding a Construction Contract to VNH Builders of Burlingame, CA for the Millbrae Library Makerspace Project. Motion carried 4-0 by roll call vote.
NEW BUSINESS Video Time: 2:56:08
14. Adoption of a Resolution Rescinding Water Shortage Emergency and Enacting the City's 2020 Water Shortage Contingency Plan, Stage Iwo, Resolution 22-41 Adopted on June 14, 2022; and Enacting Water Shortage Contingency Plan, Stage One - ACTION Environmental Programs Manager Andrea Pappajohn presented the report.
Council asked questions of staff.
There was no public comment regarding this item.
Staff responded to questions. Council discussion ensued.
Motion by Fung/Cahalan to Adopt Resolution No. 23-63 Rescinding Water Shortage Emergency and Enacting the City's 2020 Water Shortage Contingency Plan, Stage Two, Resolution 22-41 Adopted on June 14, 2022; and Enacting Water Shortage Contingency Plan, Stage One. Motion carried 4-0 by roll call vote.
15. Adoption of a Resolution to Amend the Youth Advisory Committee Bylaws to Increase the Committee Membership to Nine Members and One Alternate - ACTION Video Time: 3:15:15
The City Council decided to forgo the staff presentation.
There was no public comment regarding this item.
Motion by Papan/Fung to Adopt Resolution No. 23-64 to Amend the Youth Advisory Committee Bylaws to Increase the Committee Membership to Nine Members and One Alternate. Motion carried 4-0 by roll call vote.
16. Consider Appointments to Cultural Arts Advisory Committee, Economic Vitality Advisory Committee, and Youth Advisory Committee - ACTION
Video Time: 3:16:32
City Clerk Elaine Tran presented the report.
Staff responded to questions. Council discussion ensued.
The following members of the public spoke regarding this item:
• Olga Garcia
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Motion by Fung/Cahalan to approve the Council Commissions and Committee Interview Subcommittee's appointment recommendations to the Cultural Arts Advisory Committee and Economic Vitality Advisory Committee. Motion carried 4-0 by roll call vote.
Motion by Papan/Cahalan to approve the Council Commissions and Committee Interview Subcommittee's appointment recommendations to the Youth Advisory Committee. Motion carried 3-0-1 by roll call vote with Councilmember Fung recused.
17. Establishment of the Legislative Council Subcommittee and Appoint Members - ACTION Video Time: 3:26:50
Mayor Schneider and Councilmember Fung presented the report.
Council asked questions of staff and provided comments.
There was no public comment regarding this item.
Motion by Papan/Cahalan to establish the Legislative Council Subcommittee and appoint Mayor Ann Schneider and Councilmember Anders Fung to serve on the Subcommittee. Motion carried 4-0 by roll call vote.
COUNCIL COMMENTS Video Time: 3:51:02
Mayor Schneider:
- Residents received anonymous letters that did not come from the City, but implied that it was. Together with the City Attorney, the Mayor has created a response letter to address the falsehoods in the anonymous letters.
• The City of East Palo Alto is hosting the next Council of Cities Dinner. - Thanked staff to support the Youth in Government Program and the Millbrac Lions for sponsoring the room rental.
Vice Mayor Goodman:
• No Comments.
Councilmember Fung:
• Thanked Staff for the Skyline Water Tank Project completion on time and within budget.
Councilmember Cahalan:
• No Comments.
Councilmember Papan:
• Senior Advisory Committee met and is doing a transportation survey. Senior lunch is going great. • Joint School Subcommittee met for field negotiation.
• Caltrain's first electric train is being tested this weekend in San Jose.
CLOSED SESSION
• None
ADJOURN CITY COUNCIL Video Time: 3:59:55
There being no further business to discuss, the City Council adjourned at 10:59 p.m. in honor of Joan Nicoletti.
The video recording of the meeting is available on Millbrae Community Television YouTube website. You can click on the link below to view the recording of the entire meeting. 331
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https://www.youtube.com/live/osZnEhhzpME?si=9xEYmMdkU-2d0V80 Minutes approved on November 14, 2023.
Elit Ana Selneida
BY: APPROVED:
- Ann Schneider
Elaine Tran
City Clerk Mayor