CALL TO ORDER
Mayor Addiego called the meeting to order at 6:32 p.m.
ROLL CALL
Councilmember Coleman, present via Zoom (Utilizing Just Cause AB 2449) Councilmember Flores, present
Councilmember Nicolas, present
Vice Mayor Nagales, present
Mayor Addiego, present
REMOTE PARTICIPATION UNDER AB 2449:
AB 2449 provides that a member may not participate in meetings solely by teleconference for more than three consecutive months or 20 percent of the regular meetings for the local agency within a calendar year due to “just cause” or “emergency circumstances.” Members participating through remote teleconferencing must use both audio and visual technology. Members must publicly disclose at the meeting, before any action is taken, whether any other individuals 18 years of age or older are present in the room at the remote location with the member, and the general nature of the member’s relationship with the individual.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Vice Mayor Nagales led the pledge.
Meeting recessed at 6:33 p.m.
Meeting resumed at 6:35 p.m.
City Attorney Woodruff noted that, due to Councilmember Coleman’s change of location, remote participation would still be allowed under “Just Cause” of the Brown Act rather than teleconference participation. Councilmember Coleman was required to state whether he was accompanied by anyone over the age of 18 when casting a vote. As a result, City Clerk Govea Acosta apprised the Council and the community that Zoom public participation was enabled, and that attendees could raise a hand for online public comment.
MINUTES
SPECIAL MEETING
CITY COUNCIL
CITY OF SOUTH SAN FRANCISCO
WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 4, 2026
6:30 p.m.
Teleconference Location: Hilton Garden Inn
39 6th Avenue, New York, NY 10013
Library Parks & Recreation Building, Council Chambers
901 Civic Campus Way, South San Francisco, CA
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AGENDA REVIEW
No changes.
LEVINE ACT DISCLOSURES (SB 1181)
Following an inquiry, no conflicts of interest were reported by City Council members.
ANNOUNCEMENTS FROM STAFF
City Manager Snideman invited the community to attend:
• Flag-raising ceremony in honor of Black History Month. The Black Lives Matter flag will be raised on the flagpole in front of City Hall on Friday, February 6, 2026, at 12:00 p.m.
Executive Assistant Patea from the City Manager’s Office invited the community to:
• Vice Mayor Nagales at the Westborough Neighborhood Town Hall meeting on Tuesday, February 10, 2026, at 6:30 p.m. at the Alice Bulos Community Center, 2380 Galway Drive, • Lunar New Year Night Market event on Friday, February 20, 2026, from 3:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. on Maple Avenue between Grand and Miller Avenues.
• Closure of city offices on Monday, February 16, 2026, in observance of Presidents' Day.
PRESENTATIONS
1. Proclamation celebrating Black History Month in February 2026. (Mark Addiego, Mayor) Vice Mayor Nagales presented a proclamation to community member Charles Stewart in recognition of Black History Month. Mr. Stewart thanked the Council for the recognition and highlighted pivotal figures in Black history month.
2. Presentation on 2025 Annual Crime Statistics. (Scott Campbell, Chief of Police) Police Chief Campbell presented the report and engaged in discussions with the Council, and will forward the presentation to the SSF Chamber of Commerce per the request of Councilmember Flores.
COUNCIL COMMENTS/REQUESTS
Councilmember Nicolas congratulated members of the Youth Commission and Library Department for their work in the letter Writing: In Support of UCSF Benioff Children’s Hospital, as the event was well attended with participants from El Camino High School.
Vice Mayor Nagales apprised the public and the community of events attended.
Councilmember Flores congratulated Assemblymember Diane Papan for receiving the League of California Cities Legislator of the Year Award and apprised the council and community of events attended.
Councilmember Coleman apprised the Council and the community of events attended.
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PUBLIC COMMENTS
The following individuals addressed the City Council:
• Laura Fanucchi – HIP Housing representative with South San Francisco 4th-grade student, Kaia C., who read the calendar quote for June 2026.
• Lorraine Yin
• Ysabella Tolentino
CONSENT CALENDAR
City Clerk Govea Acosta duly read the Consent Calendar, after which the Council voted and engaged in discussion of specific items as follows:
3. Motion to cancel the February 11, 2026, Regular City Council Meeting. (Mark Addiego, Mayor)
4. Report regarding Resolution No. 10-2026 accepting $157,722 from the California Department of Justice for the Tobacco Grant Program to be used for personnel overtime, equipment, and training expenses, and amend the Police Department’s Operating Budget for Fiscal Years 2025-2028 by approving Budget Amendment Number 26.051 (Amy Sariotti, Police Lieutenant)
5. Report regarding Resolution No. 11-2026 authorizing the acceptance of $157,573.79 from an anonymous donor through the 100 Club of San Mateo County to support and enhance the police department’s drone program and approving Budget Amendment Number 26.055 to increase the Police Department’s Fiscal Year 2025-26 Operating Budget to increase General Fund budgeted revenues and expenditures by the amount of the donation. (Scott Campbell, Chief of Police)
Item No. 4: Mayor Addiego requested additional information, and Lieutenant Amy Sariotti explained that the new 2025–2028 grant will support student education, decoy operations, compliance checks, retailer education on flavored tobacco sales, and school outreach efforts.
Item No. 7: Mayor Addiego requested information about the 100 Club of San Mateo County, to which Police Chief Campbell provided an overview of the club.
Motion – Vice Mayor Nagales/Second – Councilmember Nicolas: To approve Consent Calendar Item 3 -5, by roll call vote: AYES: Councilmembers Flores and Nicolas, Vice Mayor Nagales, and Mayor Addiego; NAYS: None; ABSENT: None; ABSTAIN: None.
AYE: Councilmember Coleman - Councilmember Coleman stated no individuals 18 years of age or older were in attendance.
ADMINISTRATIVE BUSINESS
Gov. Code § 54957.5 (SB 343):
6. Report regarding Resolution No. 11-2026 reaffirming the City of South San Francisco’s commitment to diversity and inclusion; expressing grave concern over recent federal SPECIAL CITY COUNCIL MEETING FEBRUARY 4, 2026
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immigration enforcement actions and their impact on civil liberties; calling for accountability, transparency, and respect for due process; and clarifying existing laws and policies and the City’s response to immigration enforcement actions that do not comply with those laws and policies. (Laura Snideman, City Manager, Sky Woodruff, City Attorney, and Megan WooleyOusdahl, Deputy City Manager) Deputy City Manager Wooley-Ousdahl presented the report and provided an overview of the proposed action. At the request of Councilmember Flores, City Attorney Woodruff provided an overview of the California Values Act (SB 54), explaining that the law restricts state and local law enforcement agencies from using their resources for federal immigration enforcement purposes and establishes California as a sanctuary state. City Attorney Woodruff further clarified the proposed resolution, emphasizing that any use of City property requires express authorization, a policy that has been in place since the City’s establishment. He noted that federal immigration agents may not enter and enforce City facilities without a judicial warrant and that, as the property owner, the City has the authority to limit access.
City Manager Snideman provided an overview of the safety measures in place for City personnel under the proposed resolution at the request of Vice Mayor Nagales. City Attorney Woodruff outlined procedures for public activities within the City, noting that the City would adhere to established protocols unless legally required to maintain confidentiality. Police Chief Campbell stated that, in the event of federal enforcement activity, the city may be required to keep certain actions confidential. Councilmember Coleman inquired about the differences between an administrative and a judicial warrant, and City Attorney Woodruff provided an overview.
The Council acknowledged the recent student walkouts protesting federal immigration enforcement activities, expressed support for youth civic engagement, shared personal perspectives on the immigration process, affirmed support for the resolution, and emphasized the importance of communicating with the Latino community regarding the City’s efforts and available resources. Assistant City Manager Lee advised the community to provide the individual's name and date of birth when seeking information from the Rapid Response Hotline at (203) 666- 4472.
Motion – Councilmember Flores/Second – Councilmember Coleman: To approve Resolution No. 11-2026 reaffirming the City of South San Francisco’s commitment to diversity and inclusion; expressing grave concern over recent federal immigration enforcement actions and their impact on civil liberties; calling for accountability, transparency, and respect for due process; and clarifying existing laws and policies and the City’s response to immigration enforcement actions that do not comply with those laws and policies., by roll call vote: AYES: Councilmembers Flores and Nicolas, Vice Mayor Nagales and Mayor Addiego; NAYS: None; ABSENT: None; ABSTAIN:
None.
AYE: Councilmember Coleman - Councilmember Coleman stated no individuals 18 years of age or older were in attendance.
ITEMS FROM COUNCIL – COMMITTEE REPORTS AND ANNOUNCEMENTS None
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CLOSED SESSION
Entered into Closed Session: 7:59 p.m.
7. Conference with Real Property Negotiators
(Pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.8)
Property: 220 Linden Avenue (APN 012-316-010) and 226-246 Grand Avenue (APNs 012-315-130, 012-315-140, and 012-315-150)
City Negotiators: Mike Noce, Housing Manager, Nell Selander, Economic and Community Development Director, and Sky Woodruff, City Attorney
Negotiating Party: Synergy Community Development Corporation and 220 Linden Ave, LLC
Under Negotiations: Price and terms
Resumed from Closed Session: 9:00 p.m.
Report out of Closed Session by Mayor Addiego: Direction given—no reportable action.
ADJOURNMENT
Being no further business, Mayor Addiego adjourned the City Council meeting at 9:01 p.m.
Submitted by: Approved by:
Rosa Govea Acosta Mark Addiego
City Clerk Mayor
Approved by the City Council: / /2026
NOTE: The Meeting Minutes record actions taken by the City Council during the meeting. These action minutes are the City’s record of actions taken at the meeting.
Complete Council members' discussions of meeting items can be viewed in archived video/audio recordings on the City’s website at https://www.ssfca.gov/Government/Video-Streaming-City-andCouncil-Meetings/City-Council Pursuant to Government Code section 54957.5, all written public comments submitted to the City Council become public record and will be made available to the public. Public comments submitted via the eComment portal can be viewed in the City Clerk’s repository at https://ci-ssfca.granicusideas.com/meetings?scope=past