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BURLINGAME, CALIFORNIA
January 21, 1985
CALL TO ORDER
A duly noticed, regular meeting of the Burlingame Clty Council was
held on the above date in the City Ha11 Councll Chambers. The meeting
was cal1ed to order at B p.m. by Mayor R. David Martin.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE FLAG
Led
ROLL
by City Manager Dennis Argyres.
CALL
COUNC I LMEMBERS
COUNCI LMEMBERS
MINUTES
PRESENT:
ABSENT:
AMSTRUP, BARTON, MANG]NI, MARTIN, PAGLIARO
NONE
Minutes of the Regular Meeting of January 7,1985 were approved with
corrections on page one to show that Councilman Pagli-aro was latettdue
to being sworn into a county office in Redwood City;ttand on page
five, paragraph eleven, adding "City Attorney noted that the parking
i-mpact of restaurants was the cause for urgency ordinance.tt Minutes
of the Study Meeting of January 9, 1985 were approved.
SCHEDULE APPEAL HEARING _ SIGN PERMIT FOR 1209 DONNELLY
Mayor Martin acknowledged a letter of appeal and scheduled public
hearing for February 4, 1985.
PUBLIC HEARING REZONING OF ROLL]NS ROAD
City Planner reviewed her memorandum of December
council hold public hearlng and take action. In
acted on the General Plan amendment to keep this
and noted confusion would be reduced by rezoning
has been R-3.
18, 19B4 recommending
0ctober 1,984, council
area in duplex use
to R-2, the zoning
Mayor Martin opened the pub11c hearing to proponents of the rezoning.
Bud Harrison, 376 Lexington, presented a petition supporting the
rezoning signed by homeowners in the area. He asked the homeowners
supporting the rezoning to stand. He noted that the residents were
concerned because possible parking problems, and height if these
properties are developed into apartments. He noted that most of the
owners of the duplex properties were people who lived out of town. He
hoped councll would uphold the Planning Commission and maintain the
integrity of the area.
Also speaking 1n favor of rezoning were Helen Corde11, 324 Lexington;
Ken Birde11, 377 Lexington; Vera Thompson, 391 Lexington; Alex Thomas,
373 Lexington; George and Virginia Ke11y, 308 Channing; Marge
Krietter, 331 Lexington; Josephine Rositano, 390 Lexington. Their
concerns were density of people, parking and traffic problems, impact
on sewer and water system, height of apartment buildings and nearness
to property 1ines. Mrs. Ke11y read a poem written by a friend in the
1960rs about loss of views from a home.
Mayor Martin opened the hearing to those in opposition to rezoning
Larry Gavin, 2327 Summit, Hillsborough, thanked council for postponing
the hearing. He presented a petition signed by the property owners onRollins opposing the rezoning. He had a number of questions about therezoning and the General Plan. Mayor Martin and City Planner answeredhis questions and clarified for him the need for the State requi-rement
that the General Plan and zoning match.
Gavin objected to downzonlng property. The duplexes are o1d buildingsand the owners cannot economically replace them with another duplex.
Duplexes are not being built anymore; property owners bought as an
investment, so they can eventually build apartments because it was
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zoned for apartments. Burlingame needs more housing wlth all the new
hoEeIs and offices being bui1t.
Robert Quick, 312 Lexington, attempted to speak in favor of rezonino
but Mayor Martin informed him that he should have spoken earlier.
Also speaking in
Mateo; Max Colon
Alex Hanson, 151
Counc i lman
could have
Counci-lman
to be some
Amstrup noted there
some limitations on
Mangini stated with
compromise made.
opp
a, 7
6Hi
osition were: Roger Jackson, 420 Cavanaugh, San
13 Barneson, San Mateo; 0rin Fields, 1901 Davis;
ghway Road; Rosalie 0'Mahony, 7427 Floribunda; and
Patrick Kinse11a, realtor. They urged council not downzone the
areal it would downgrade the quality of the property; Planning
Commission and council have control over what type of building would
be built on these properties.
Mayor Martin requested City Planner reply to questions and concerns
raised. City Planner reviewed that there is a 15 foot front and rear
setback required on Ehese 1ots, there is a 35 foot review line for
height. Mayor Martin noted this is not a height limit but merely a
11ne at whlch height would be reviewed. City Planner noted there is
no maximum limitation on height in the R-3 zone (although there is a
review line at 35 feet), while there 1s height maximum limit of 30
feet in R-1 and R-2.
is a special zone ca11ed R-3-A which
height added.
two opposing viewpoints Lhere will have
Mayor Martin closed the public hearing.
Councllwoman Barton said she has been very concerned about this and
rode her bike around the area in question and saw the duplexes were
deteriorating. She would be more concerned about having those o1d
buildings as a neighbor than a new apartment. She said no one would
have faith in city government if 1t downzoned that property; you can I t
change the rules in the middle of the game.
Council discussed at length: it sympathized with both sides; it had
particular concern about bulldings over 35 feet in height; R-3-A zone
or a special overlay zone in this area might be a solution; should have
restrj-ctions on setback and height; most of the lots 1n this area have
something built on the property line now; freeway noise would be
lessened if ta11er buildings were built on Rollins to act as a buffer.
Councilman Pagliaro made a motion in verse in support of the change in
zoning to R-2 as recommended by the Planning Commission. The motion
died for lack of a second.
After further discussion, Councilman Mangini moved to support
Planning Commission recommendation to rezone to R-2 with the
of lots already developed in apartments. The motj-on died for
a second.
the
exception
lack of
Further council dlscussion: should have Planning Commission study
appropriate alternaEive zoning using R-3-A district or special overlay
zone; should set maximum 30 foot limit on height. Review should also
address setback, parking requlrements, number of units. Council
wanted residents and owners of that area to be noticed of hearings.
Council was opposed to the R-2 zoning.
Mayor Martin referred item back to the Planning Commission for
consideration of zoning requirements.
Mayor Martin declared a recess at 9:05 p.m. Meeting reconvened at
9:18 wlth all members present.
APPEAL FOR S]GN EXCEPTION DROPPBD BACKALLEY DELI
At the request of appellant, this appeal was dropped.
RECESS
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STREET VENDING PERMITS
City Attorney reviewed his memorandum of January 16, 1985 in which he
recommended council hold public hearing on each request. If granted,
council should set specific times and locations for operation, and
require review in six months. Council should also require liability
insurance.
1 JEB ENTERPRISES
City attorney reviewed: this is a request for a permit to
operate a trailer cart in the Burlingame Plaza area. Location is
on the public sidewalk near the northeastern boundary of the
parklng 1ot. The cart is towed there and left from 11 a.m. to 2
p.m. Recently they have requested hours only be from 11:45 to
72245. The request also states the purpose of the operation is
to provlde employment for senior citizens wlth 1ow income;
however, recenL employees have been teenagers.
Mayor Martin opened the public hearing.
George Brewer,
showed.ou.r.ii-
convenience to
they had tried
Councilman Mangini and
to put a cart in front
attorney representing JEB Enterprises (his wife),
a map of the location of the cart. It would be apeople who like to tteaL and run. tt He reviewed that
to employ seniors but have been unable to do so.
Council reviewed with City Attorney the business license procedure.
Steve Musich, owner of the Burlingame Plaza, introduced owners of
businesses who were present to object. to this street vendor. He
stated this business is circumventing all requirementsl all other
businesses provide parking and pay taxes. If this is allowed there
may be more carts on sidewalk creating traffic problem.
Mayor Martin closed the public hearing.
Mayor lvlartin inquired of Brewer if liability insurance would be aproblem for the business. Brewer replied no.
Amstrup were opposed to street vendors; unfair
of merchantsr shops.
Councilman Amstrup moved to deny this street vending permit. Seconded
by Councilwoman Barton, carried unanimously on ro11 call vote.
2. RYAN I S RED HOT RIPPERS
City Attorney confirmed this applicant wants to operate on city streetrather than sidewalk as previous applicant.
Mayor Martin opened the public hearing.
City Attorney reviewed: this application is
Naskrent who operates Ryan's Red Hot Rippers,
scooter with attached food service cart. He
serves several businesses on their sites andlocate at a parking space at the intersection
Burlingame Avenues during lunch hour.
Naskrent reviewed his business has beenhe is licensed by city, county and DMV.
that he needs a special permit for street
from Victor Ryan
a three-whee1
has a route which
he also wants to
of Primrose and
1n operation for four
Now he has been made
vending.
Victor
years,
awa re
Mayor Martin confirmed the
from L2 to 1 : 30 p. m.
hours Naskrent would be at corner downtown;
Steve Klieman, 405 Primrose, spoke in favor. People who use this
busj-ness can eat quickly and then have time to shop on BurlingameAvenue. Naskrent makes trgreat hot dogs.tt The business has become apart of Burlingame, and has contributed to charitles by servi-ng atfund raisers.
Don Fise, 330 Primrose, asked council give favorable consideration toNaskrent.
It
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Mayor Martin closed the public hearing.
George Brewer spoke in favor.
influence this decision.
City Attorney
business from
Duffields and
Councilwoman Barton
Councilman Amstrup,
He asked council not 1et former denial
noted he had received two letters
Thomas Gallagher, 1348 Burlingame
Gormans who own 22O, 224, and 234
in opposition to
Avenue and from
Primrose.
thi s
the
Council inquired of Naskrent how he managed to find a parking space at
that difficult corner. Naskrent reviewed various methods he has used
in the past which have been corrected by the police department. Now
he just goes around block until a spot opens.
Council discussion: objection to allowing special privilege for a
parking space; if we a11ow one we have to a1low others; cannot use
one parking space for more than one hour in that area; if this
busj-ness r{ere allowed why not let JEB use a parking space for one hour
also; we could have flower carts and others using parking spaces if
this is allowed; have heard negative remarks from restaurant oh,ners
about this business; Naskrentfs other stops are on private propert.y.
Mayor Martin stated Ehis man has been in business for a couple years
and council has never heard any opposj-tion.
moved to deny this application.
carried by ro11 call vote, Mayor
Seconded by
Martin voting no.
Mayor Martin informed Naskrent he could no longer do business on
corner of Primrose hnd Burlingame Avenues but could contj-nue with his
other route to private bus j-nesses.
RESIGNATION OF FINANCE DIRECTOR FRICKE
DI RECTOR
INTRODUCTION OF NEI,{ F]NANCE
City Manager reviewed his memorandum of January 15 to which he
attached a letter of reslgnation from Helen Fricke, Finance Director.
He also attached the resume of Rahn Becker whom he is recommending for
appointment as new Finance Director with councilts approval. Mrs.
Fricke and Mr. Becker were both present.
Councilman Amstrup moved approval of the appointment of Becker.
Seconded by Councllman Mangini-, carried unanimously.
Council members complimented Mrs.
reEirement. They commented on her
capability.
Fricke and wished
p r o f e s s i o n a 1 i s m ,
her a happy
competence and
PARKING STRUCTURES - RECOMMENDED PROCESS FOR PUBLIC HEARINGS
APPO]NTMENT OF COMMITTEE
City Managerts memorandum of January 15 recommended council review
outline of guidelines for public hearings and also consider the makeup
of the commi-ttee. Staff envisioned two workshops and one public
hearing before the committee reports to counci-1.
Councilmembers discussed
from several commissions;
commi-ttee.
Mayor Martin s
committee with
submit names t
appoint Mike E
makeup of the committee; have representatives
include the general public; a select
ug
b
o
11
Councilman Mangini moved that Mike E11is, past chairman of
Traffic, Safety and Parking Commission, be chairman of this
Seconded by Councilman Amstrup, carried unanimously.
Councilman Pagliaro moved each council member, including
submit three names by this Friday and the mayor select a
Councilman Mangini moved that each council member submit six names and
the mayor select a committee of 72 from those names.
Motion died for lack of a second.
gested a committee of 15 members, a workshop type
road representation. He suggested each council member
the mayor and he would make the selection. He would
i s as chai-rman .
the
committee.
the mayor,
committee of
20s
12 from those names, Chairman E11is to be the thirteenth member of the
committee. Seconded by Councilman Amstrup, carried unanimously.
Mayor Martin requested council submit names to City Manager.
CLEANING ESTABLISHMENTSPLANNING COMMISSION RECOMMENDAT]ONS ON DRY
REFERRED TO NEXT MEETING
Mayor Martin noted a letter from Mamora Terrell requesting this issue
be delayed to the next meeting.
Mayor Martin scheduled for the meeting of February
PLANNING COMMISSION RECOMMENDAT]ONS REGARDTNG HOME
L]CENSES
4 , 1985.
OCCUPATION BUSINESS
City Planner reviewed her memorandum of January 15 in which she
recommended council review the proposed code changes. Planning
Commission has recommended introduction of an ordinance to more
clearly define home occupations with more pnecise criterla to
facilitate enforcement. There are also listed some home occupations
which would be prohibited.
Council discussj-on: who will enforce, CP replled Planning Department
and City Attorney; example of Tupperware sa1es, the salesperson could
go into other homes for sa1es, but could not conduct parties regularly
at his own home; no more than two people who also reside in that home
could work at that occupation, no outside employees.
Council
meeting
had numerous questions and consensus was to refer to a study
CONSENT CALENDAR
Mayor Martin inquired if provision is being made for protection of
trees during street resurfacing project. Director of Public Works
replied his department and Park Department are working on this.
ORDINANCE 1293 - REZONING CERTAIN PARCE LS ON SAN MATEO AVENUEa
City Planner's
certai-n parcels
memo
on
of
San
December 77 recommended thls rezoning of
Mateo Avenue from R-3 to C-2.
b RESOLUTION
JoB 420
9-Bs AWARDING CONTRACT FOR 1985 STREET RESURFACING
City Engineer I s memo of January 17 recommended councll award
this construction contract to Grade Way Construction in the
amount of $454,782.90.
RESOLUT]ON 1O_85 - AMENDING RESOLUTION 5B_83
PROJECT - PROJECT 039
UNDERGROUNDlN G
Director of Public Works memo of January 16 recommended council
amend resolution 5B-83 to change the dates whereby affectedproperty owners must be ready to receive underground servj-ce from
0ctober L984 to March 1, 1985, and the date for removal of allpo1es, overhead wires, and associated structures, to be movedfrom December 7984 to April 1, 1985, and for a change in thesectlon regarding payment by utility company for installation oflatera1s.
C
d RESOLUTION
FOR SENIOR
11_85 - AUTHORlZING AGREEMENT WITH SAN MATEO COUNTY
NUTRITION PROGRAM
e
Recreation Director I s memo of January
approve agreement with County for the
Program and authorize $1,700 transferRecreation budget.
17 recommended council
Senior Citizen Nutrition
from Contingency Reserve to
LETTER AMENDMENT TO AGREEMENT FOR
SERVICES FOR ROLLINS ROAD PROJECT
CONSTRUCT]ON INSPECT]ON_ JOB 248_A
City Engineer t s memo of January 17
amendment for an increase of $4,731
Ham.
recommended council accept this
in contract with Wilsey and
{
a{II
I
,
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f. DEN]AL OF CLA]M: PAC]FIC MARKETING
City Attorney's memo of January 15 recommended council deny this
claim
oo WARRANTS AND PAYROLL
Finance Director recommended approval of tr{arrants 238L7 - 24185,
duly audited, in the amount of $9f2,618.34 and Payroll Checks
55204 - 55902 for the month of December l9B4 in the amount of
$627 ,372.92.
OLD BUSINESS COMMISSION VACANCIES
Councilman Pagliaro noted a memo received regarding commission
absences during past six months. In Lhe future, he would like to see
a report for a fu11 year period. He noted a posltion would become
vacant due to absences under Resolution 16-84.
0ther council members had not had a chance to study and so discussion
was postponed until next meeting.
NEW BUSINESS _ AIRPORT NOISE
Councilwoman Barton informed council at a recent meeting of the
Airport Roundtable they learned of proposed legislation to take away
1oca1 controls of alr traffic curfews and urged council write letter
opposing such action. City Attorney reviewed legislation further.
Council requested staff write letter in opposition.
Councilwoman Barton noted at that meeting there was also discussion of
the removal of the trees for the freeway construction now going on
beside Highway 101. The noise 1eve1s in adjacent residential areas
have greatly increased (measured increase of 30 dBA, from 65 dBA to 95
dBA) in Millbrae because of the removal of the trees. She suggested
contacting Mi11brae, Hillsborough and San Bruno and writing a letter
objecting to the tree removal and inquiring when they would be
replaced. Mayor Martin suggested contact also be made with CalTrans.
ACKNOWLEDGI'{ENT S
Councilman Amstrup moved approval of the Consent Calendar.
by Councilman Pagliaro, carried unanimously by voice vot.e.
Commission Minutes: Traffic, Safety, Parking, December
Planning, January 14, 1985; Library Board, December 18,
from Sherr family
and response from
protesting
Recreation
certain classes at
DirecLor.
Seconded
13, 19B41'
7984.
, 1985.
Recreation
1
2
3
4
5
Police Report, December 1984,
Treasurerts Report, December 31 , 1984,
Proclamation - Peninsula Family YMCA Week February 4
Letter
Center
6
7
Letter from Marci-a Walsh, Vancouver Road,
cleaners never reach the end of Vancouver
Director of Public I{orks.
wondering why street
and response from
Letter from Dr.
workers for aid
Fire Department Report
Letter from Chamber of
1985.
Commerce reviewing important dates in
B1oom, l6L Los Robles, thanking Water Department
on Christmas weekend.
- December L984.B
9
Council requested a formal request for approval
Letter from
pIans.
10.City Attorney informing council of his vacation
t
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t
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11. Memo from Tom Moore, Traffic Engineer, regardin
limiL changes on Magnolia and seven letters fro
opposition.
gt
mm
rial parking
erchants in
Afte
the
Park
rC
tri
ing
ouncil discussi-on, Mayor Martin requested staff not implement
a1 parking changes and referred it back to the Traffic, Safety,
Commission for further review.
ADJOURNMENT
Meeting was regularly adjourned at 10:48 p.m.
udith A.
City Clerk