CALL TO ORDER
Mayor Addiego called the meeting to order at 6:30 p.m.
ROLL CALL
Councilmember Coleman, present
Councilmember Flores, present
Councilmember Nicolas, present
Vice Mayor Nagales, present
Mayor Addiego, present
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Community member Meredith Baxter led the pledge.
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 the Sign Hill Tree Lighting on August 31, 2026, at 7:00 p.m. at the Library Parks and Recreation Building, Community Room, in recognition of September as Childhood Cancer Awareness Month and in remembrance of Julianna’s Journey.
COUNCIL COMMENTS/REQUESTS/HONORING THE LIFE OF REQUESTS Vice Mayor Nagales shared positive feedback received regarding the City’s parks and facilities following a prayer service at Alta Loma Park. He also recognized recent Board and Commission appointments and requested that the City consider holding an end-of-year dinner to recognize Board and Commission members and their accomplishments.
Councilmember Nicolas congratulated newly promoted police officers and staff and welcomed new members of the City. She recognized residents who participated in the recent Board and Commission recruitment process and encouraged continued civic engagement. She also
MINUTES
REGULAR MEETING
CITY COUNCIL
CITY OF SOUTH SAN FRANCISCO
WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 26, 2026
6:30 p.m.
Library Parks and Recreation Building
Council Chambers
901 Civic Campus Way, South San Francisco, CA
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commented on the Parks and Recreation Department’s first movie night and expressed hope for increased attendance at future events. She requested that the meeting be adjourned in memory of Stanford Medical Center Dr. Jesus Abayan and longtime Sunshine Gardens resident Lucille Casey.
Councilmember Coleman recognized City staff for organizing a well-attended community hike on Sign Hill and providing an educational tour covering the hill’s history, conservation efforts, habitat restoration, and butterfly population. He highlighted the importance of outdoor activities, exercise, and connecting with the community
Councilmember Flores thanked City staff and the Parks and Recreation Department for organizing the Sign Hill community hike and recognized residents for their continued advocacy for the open space. He also reported attending an Oyster Point Yacht Club event, where residents expressed appreciation for the improvements at Oyster Point Park, and the opening of Assemblymember Papan’s new district office in San Mateo. He also recognized newly promoted and sworn-in City employees, and thanked business owners, chamber members, and North East Medical Services for being active partners in the community.
Mayor Addiego shared historical information about the Callippe Silverspot and Mission Blue butterflies and their connection to the San Bruno Mountain Habitat Conservation Plan. He also recognized Lieutenant Sean Curmi for his commitment to serving the South San Francisco community and shared highlights from a recent tour of Zipline, noting the company’s significant expansion plans. He highlighted Zipline’s work in drone delivery and expressed appreciation for the continued growth of manufacturing and industry in South San Francisco.
PUBLIC COMMENTS - NON-AGENDA AND CONSENT CALENDAR ITEMS No public comments.
CONSENT CALENDAR
All matters under the Consent Calendar are considered to be routine and noncontroversial. These items will be enacted by one motion and without discussion. If, however, any Councilmember(s) wishes to comment on an item, they may do so before action is taken. Item 9 was pulled by Mayor Addiego for further discussion, after which the Council engaged in discussion and voted as follows:
1. Motion to approve the Minutes from the meetings of August 12, 2026, and August 19, 2026. (Office of the City Clerk)
2. Motion to approve the re-appointment of three (3) Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee members, one (1) Conference Center Authority member, one (1) Housing Authority member, and one (1) Library Board member. (Rosa Govea Acosta, City Clerk)
3. Report regarding Resolution 113-2026 and Resolution 114-2026 authorizing amendments to the Consulting Services Agreements with Swinerton Management and Consulting and ELS Architecture + Urban Design for the Orange Memorial Park Aquatic Center Project (pk2310). (Philip Vitale, Deputy Director of Capital Projects)
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4. Report regarding Resolution 115-2026 approving Program Supplemental Agreement No. F028 Revision 3 with the State of California for the Bridge Preventive Maintenance Program (Project No. st1703) and authorizing the approval of Budget Amendment Number 27.001. (Lawrence Henriquez, Senior Civil Engineer)
5. Report regarding Resolution 116-2026 authorizing the acceptance of $4,387.14 in funding from San Mateo County Registration and Elections Division to support an Early Vote Center at the Main Library, Library | Parks and Recreation Center, for the November 3, 2026 Statewide General Election and amending the Library Department’s Fiscal Year 2026-27 Operating Budget via Budget Amendment Number 27.009. (Valerie Sommer, Library Director)
6. Report regarding Resolution 117-2026 accepting $4,829.95 from the South San Francisco Friends of the Library to support Library collections, programs, and services, amending the Library Department’s Fiscal Year 2026-27 Operating Budget and approving Budget Amendment Number 27.010. (Valerie Sommer, Library Director)
7. Report regarding Resolution 118-2026 authorizing the acceptance of $58,000 from the California State Library to support Project Read through the Adult Literacy Services program as projected in the Library Department’s Fiscal Year 2026-27 revenue estimate. (Valerie Sommer, Library Director)
8. Report regarding Resolution 119-2026 authorizing the acceptance of $34,048 from the California State Library to support Project Read through the Family Literacy Services program and amending the Library Department’s Fiscal Year 2026-27 Operating Budget and approving Budget Amendment Number 27.013 (Valerie Sommer, Library Director)
9. Report regarding additional information and Resolution 120-2026 approving a First Amendment to the Product and Services Procurement Purchasing Agreement for body-worn cameras (BWC), mobile audio and video equipment, conducted energy devices (Tasers), video software, and cloud storage services with Axon Enterprise, Inc. in an additional amount of $1,937,507.88 and for a new not to exceed total amount of $2,737,507.88; and authorizing the City Manager or authorized designee to execute the agreement. (Amy Sariotti, Police Lieutenant)
Item 9: Mayor Addiego requested clarification regarding how the proposed agreement would improve officer safety, transparency, community trust, and operational effectiveness, as well as the cost-effectiveness of the agreement. Lieutenant Sariotti provided additional information regarding the integrated technology and services, including body-worn cameras, drones, AI translation, and training, and explained the savings achieved through the bundled services.
Motion – Councilmember Nicolas /Second – Vice Mayor Nagales: To approve Consent Calendar Items 1-9 by roll call vote.
AYES: Councilmembers Coleman, Flores, and Nicolas, Vice Mayor Nagales, and Mayor Addiego NAYS: None.
ABSENT: None.
ABSTAIN: None.
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PUBLIC HEARING
10. Report regarding consideration of an Ordinance adopting Zoning Text Amendments to Title 20 of the South San Francisco Municipal Code to update regulations pertaining to accessory dwelling units to comply with California state law, and determination that the proposed zoning text amendments are statutorily exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA). (Stephanie Skangos, Senior Planner)
Public hearing opened: 6:57 p.m.
Senior Planner Skangos presented the report. The Council discussed ADU requirements, including the maximum number of units permitted, available resources for residents, and concerns raised by the California Housing Defense Fund. Staff clarified the requirements and confirmed the proposed amendments comply with state law.
Public hearing closed: 7:12 p.m.
Motion – Councilmember Coleman /Second – Vice Mayor Nagales: To introduce an Ordinance adopting Zoning Text Amendments to Title 20 of the South San Francisco Municipal Code to update regulations pertaining to accessory dwelling units to comply with California state law, and determination that the proposed zoning text amendments are statutorily exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), by roll call vote.
AYES: Councilmembers Coleman, Flores, and Nicolas, Vice Mayor Nagales, and Mayor Addiego NAYS: None.
ABSENT: None.
ABSTAIN: None.
11. Report regarding consideration of an Ordinance to amend Title 20 (Zoning) of the South San Francisco Municipal Code (SSFMC) to allow for residential entitlements to be extended by up to two years, and determination that the proposed amendments are categorically exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) per Section 15378 of the CEQA Guidelines (Adena Friedman, Chief Planner)
Public hearing opened: 7:13 p.m.
Chief Planner Friedman presented the report. The Council discussed the proposed two-year extension for residential entitlements, including the financial challenges facing residential and affordable housing projects and specific projects that could benefit from the extension. Staff explained that the amendment would provide additional time to secure financing and obtain building permits without requiring re-entitlement or a development agreement.
Public hearing closed: 7:23 p.m.
Motion – Vice Mayor Nagales /Second – Councilmember Nicolas: To introduce an Ordinance to amend Title 20 (Zoning) of the South San Francisco Municipal Code (SSFMC) to allow for residential entitlements to be extended by up to two years, and determination that the proposed amendments are categorically exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) per Section 15378 of the CEQA Guidelines, by roll call vote.
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AYES: Councilmembers Coleman, Flores, and Nicolas, Vice Mayor Nagales, and Mayor Addiego NAYS: None.
ABSENT: None.
ABSTAIN: None.
12. Report regarding consideration of a General Plan Amendment to comply with Senate Bill 1425 to create a new General Plan policy and actions that address equitable access to open space, climate resilience, and rewilding opportunities and determination that an Addendum to the 2040 General Plan Environmental Impact Report is the appropriate CEQA document per CEQA Guidelines Sections 15162 and 15164. (Adena Friedman, Chief Planner) Public hearing opened: 7:24 p.m.
Chief Planner Friedman requested that the item be continued to a future date uncertain.
Public hearing closed: 7:25 p.m.
Motion – Councilmember Flores/Second – Councilmember Coleman: To continue the item to a future date uncertain, by roll call vote.
AYES: Councilmembers Coleman, Flores, and Nicolas, Vice Mayor Nagales, and Mayor Addiego NAYS: None.
ABSENT: None.
ABSTAIN: None.
ITEMS FROM COUNCIL – COMMITTEE REPORTS AND ANNOUNCEMENTS None.
CLOSED SESSION
Entered into Closed Session: 7:26 p.m.
13. Conference with Real Property Negotiators
(Pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.8)
Property: Vacant City property located at 356 Grand Avenue (APN: 012-312-300) Agency Negotiators: Ernesto Lucero, Economic Development Manager and Nell Selander, Economic and Community Development Director
Negotiating Party: Ben Tre Group Under Negotiation: Price and Terms
14. Conference with Legal Counsel-Anticipated Litigation Significant exposure to litigation pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(2):
One potential case.
Resumed from Closed Session: 8:21 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 8:22 p.m.
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Adjourned in Memory of
Jesus Abayan and Lucille Casey
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Submitted by: Approved by:
Jazmine Miranda Mark Addiego
Assistant City Clerk Mayor
Approved by the City Council: / /2026
NOTE: Meeting Minutes serve as the City’s official record of actions taken by the City Council during a meeting.