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CALL TO ORDER
A regular meeting of the Burlingame
above date. The meeting was called
Mayor Irving S. Amstrup presiding.
Burlingame, California
August 2, 197!
City Councilto order at
was
8:05
heLd on the
p.m.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGTANCE
ROLL CALL
At the Chair's invitation, the City pl"anner 1edthe Pledge of Allegiance to the plag.the assemblage in
Amstrup-Cro sby-Johnson-Mang ini-Mart in
None
Pre sent
Absent
MINUTES
Councilmen:
Council-men:
The minutes of the meeting of July L9, l-97J., previously suhnittedto Council , were approved and adopted.
HEARING (continued from the meeting of July 19, 1971.)
ORDTNANCE NO . 93 6 r'AN ORDINANCE A!,TENDING THE r.lUNrCrpAL CODE OF THEcrrY oF BURLTNGAME BY ADDTNG cHAprER 25.80 (Reports of ResidentialBuilding Records) TO TITLE 25 (Zoning).,'
Mayor Amstrup announced that staff has requested additiona] time toprepare its report on questions that developed during the course ofthe hearing on the proposed ordinance at the last meeting.
with council concurrence Mayor Amstrup declared the hearing continuedto the meeting of August 16, 1971.
COMIT4UNICAT IONS
1. UNDERGROUNDING OT POWER LINES
A letter dated July 28, 1971, from pacific Western Contractors, Inc.,Mi1lbrae, signed by Robert E. Church requested consideration toformation of a utilities underground district for Donnelly Avenuefrom Primrose Road to Lorton Avenue to underground power lines onthe south side of Donnelly Avenue.
The communication stated that construction at the corner of primrose
and Donnelly was scheduled to be completed by April , Lg1Z, and that,hopefully, there could be simultaneous completion of the utilityundergrounding.
Councilman Mangini commented that he would like to see all powerlines underground. In response to his inquiry concerning costs, itwas pointed out there were no costs to the city. Elaborating, theCity Engineer explained that a1l- of the properly owners within thearea of the imnrove.ments trould narticipate in an underoroundino districtadditionally, the city receives an annual allotment from pacific
cas and Electric Cdmpany to subsidize such projects. He stated therewere unexpended funds in the amount of $74 ,77O.OO in the currentyear's allotment and, presumably, any project during the remainder ofthe year could not exceed that amount.
The City Engineer stated that he was not prepared to discuss costsin connection with the DonneLly Avenue project and had invitedMr. Bob Podesta of P. c. and E. to attend the study meeting shouldCouncil decide to pursue the matter at that time.
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Councilman Martin recalled that, at his suggestion, the city requestedclarification fron the Public Utilities Commj.ssion a few years agoon expenoitures from the unoergrounding alLotment and was infornredit vras not the intent that funds be restricted to commercial districts.
Councilman Martin stated there were a number of hillside areas whereundergrounding shouldbe considered and he would prefer that p.G. andE. not become involved until Council has had an opportunity to reviewthe entire matter of undergrounding.
Mr..oavid Keyston, Anza Pacific Corporation, referred to the city'sordinance whereby Council may establish "underground districts,'without commitment of funds.
The City Planner stated that prior to entry of the public UtilityCommission into the area of Underground Utility Districts, p. c. andE. on its own allocated funds and the first official district in thecity under the old system was on Calj.fornia Drive. He stated thatthe new method permits the City Council to establish priority listsin advance, that such a tist was prepared approximately two years ago,and, inasmuch as P. G. & E. was somewhat bound by priorities theDonnelly Avenue matter be withheld pending further study.
Mayor Amstrup reguested that Council be furnished copies of thepriorities list for review at the study meeting and requested the
City Engineer, Acting City Manager during the absence of the City
Manager, to inform Pacific Western Contractors, Inc., accordingly.
2. RAMP AT REAR OF LIBRARY ADDITION
A communication from the City Manager dated July 28, 797L, stated that
the ramp on the Bellevue Avenue side of the library addition fails to
meet legal- requirements for the physically handicapped and that
E. L. Norberg, project archj.tect, has prepared drawings of a second
ramp proposed to be constructed at the rear of the building.
Accompanying the communication were letters from the architect reciting
a cost estimate of $4,893.50 for the work and from the City Librarian
reporting that the Library Board indicated approval of the sketch
plans .
Mr. Norberg was present and, at Mayor Amstrup's invitation, explained
that the existing ramp on Bellevue Avenue conforms to Uniform Building
Code that not the ne$/ State 1aw which became effective July, 1970,
and that he was not aware of the new 1aw until the plans werepractically complete.
Counc ilman
the second
explaining
solely for
Crosby asked if the existing
be constructed. Mr. Norberg
that it $/as not intended for
purposes of emergency exit.
ramp would be removed should
recommended against removal ,
normal- entrance or exit, but
Mr. Norberg, responding to Councilman Mangini, confirmed
door at the emergency exit would be properly fitted with
hardware .
that the
panic
In response to Councilman Martin's inquiry concerning the use of a
ramp as opposed to stairs at an emergency exit, Mr. Norberg stated
that faster exit would be possible and the hazards of falling on stairs
eliminated; furthermore, the ramp had greater aesthetic value from
the standpoint of building design.
Councilman Martin inguired whether I4r. Norberg intended that the city
shoul-d pay for his error. Mr. Norberg denied that an error was made
either in design or specifications of the existing ramp but admitted
that a ramp at the rear should have been included in the p1ans. He
also advised that he experienced considerable difficulty in acquiring
complete copies of the new 1aw.
In response to Councilman Johnsons inquiry whether the code that was
used provided for access to accommodate the physically handicapped,
Mr. Norberg explained that the ramp complies with Uniform Building
Code. Council-man Johnson stated that apparently that ramp uas
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provided for another purpose and that no provision was included in
the plans for the handicapped.
Mayor Amstruprs suggestion that consideration be given to placement
of a ramp at ttre main entrance to the building initiated a lengthy
period of discussion; it was mentioned that the ramp would
probably be close to 53 feet in length; another suggestion was
made to continue the existing ramp across the front of the old
building and past the center of the old reference room.
Councilmen agreed to pursue the matter further at the study meeting
and requested the City Engineer to assist Mr. Norberg in arriving
at a solution.
3. PROPOSAL REMOVE EL CAMINO REAL FROM STATE HIGHWAY SYSTEM
In a communication dated JuIy 27, 1971, the City Manager reported that
he was informed by a representative of the State Division of Highways
Lhat a county-wide hearing will be held in Redwood City at 10:00 a.m.
on September I, L97lr on the possible deletion of E1 Camino Real
from the State Highway System. The communication also stated that
the State office indicated willingness to send representatives to
the City of Burlingame to explain and answer questions on the issue
should the Council decide to hold its own hearing.
For the benefit of the audience, Mayor Amstrup explained there is a
movement at the State leve1 to release EI Camino ReaI to the cities;
for the most part, the cities are objecting because of costs of
maintenance. Mayor Amstrup stated that the Cit.y of Burlingame was
assured by the State Highway Division that the eucalyptus trees
cannot be removed without the city's consent and that Council
de<lided in the community interest to hold a public hearing where
the citizens will have an opportunity of participating in the
discussion.
Council concurred with the City Manager's recommendation ttrat the
hearing be held at the Council meeting of September 7, 1971.
Mayor Amstrup requested representatives of the press in attendance
to publicize the hearing.
4 DIRECTTONAL SIGN INTERSECTION BROADWAY EXTENSfON,/OLD BAYSHORE
A letter dated JuIy 22, 197L, from Anza Pacific Corporation, signed
by David H. Keyston, Executive Vice President, requested Council's
consideration at this time to their proposal, submitted some time dgor
to install a directional sign on city-owned property at the inter-
section of Broadway Extension and Old Bayshore, which was held in
abeyance pending completion of improvements at Broadway Interchange.
A drawing of the proposed display and a site and location plan
accompanied the communication.
Mr. Keyston, responding to Mayor Amstrup, confirmed that the sign
was designed to allow for changes in wording, as required. He
stated also that it was not Anza Pacific Corporation's intent,ion to
retain ownership of the sign; the company would purchase and instalI,
and it would then become a part of the cityrs sign system.
A motion introduced by Councilman Martin, seconded by Councilman
Crosby and unanimously carried, authorized Aaza Pacific Corporation
to install a sign at the place shown on the site and location plan,
conforming to the descriptive as appears in the plan (drawings dated
June 26 and 8, 1969, respectively, prepared by Blunk and Associates.)
The City Attorney informed Council that it can take an action
accepting the sign upon completion of installation.
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5. AGREEMENT CONSTRUCTION ON PROPERTY OF SOUTIiERN PACIFIC COMPANY
A communication dated JuLy 27, 197]-, from the Director of public worksreported that a ls-inch sewer must be constructed under southernPacific RaiLroad Right-of-way in conjunction with installatlon ofa new sanitary sewer main through the City of Burlingame forservi,cing Sky Farm Subdivision in Hillsborough.
Accompanying the communication were copies of an agreement coverningthe construction; the Director of public Works reeommended thatexecution of the agreement be authorized.
the communj,cation dated July 28,in the recommendation.
1971, the CityIn an addendum to
Manager concurred
RESOLUTION NO. 44-71ffisstruction, Maintenance
Pipe Beneath the Trackby Councilman Martin,
Johnson and unanimousl-
6. COST ESTIMATOR
7. STATE FREEWAY ROUTE PTANNING STUDIES
"Authorizing Execution of Agreement withportation Company For Construction, Recon-
and Operation of 15" Vitrified Clay Sewers and Property of the Company" was introduced
who moved its adoption, seconded by Councilmany carried on ro11 call.
A communication from the City i\,tanager, dated JuJ-y 2g , tg7l, reportingon retention of a cost estimator in connection with preparation ofbids for structures at Bayside park was acknowledged- anl referredto the study meeting.
A comnunication dated July 1, 797t, signed by James A. Moe, Directorof Public Works, State of Cal-ifornia, submitling material relatingto a new policy on freeway and transportation planning was acknowiedged.
The City Engineer informed Council that he was satisfied, afterreading the material ,- that it does not apply to the city of Burlingameat this time, and probably never wiI1.
RESOLUTIONS
COMMIS$ ION RE-APPOINTMENTS
None
ORDINANCES
Second reading: ORDINANCE NO. 939 ,'An Ordinanee Amending Sections18. 04.010, 18. 04.03T-E-n-d-TE:T-A:TAO of the Burlinsame Muni6ipal code,Providing For The Establishment of Fire zones By withdrawini parcels
"A" And A portion of parcel Shown on That Ce;tainParcel Map Recorded On August 19, 1969, In volume 6 Of parcel MapsAt Page 9, And Including Said parcels uA," oB,: and Said portion ofParcel Fire Zone III" was given its second readi.ng. Onmotion of Counci.lman Johnson, seconded by Councilman Croiby, saidordinance passed its second reading and was adopted on the iollowingrol-1 call:
AYES: COUNCILMEN: Amstrup-Crosby-,fohnson-Mangini-MartinUOES: COUNCILMEN: NoneABSENTCOUNCILI{EN: None
Mayor Amstrup announced re-appointment of the following commissionersto a three-year term:
fleaIth, safety and Traffic commission: R.c.Theuer, ,Joseph A. Aliamus
Library Board: Mrs. Edith Cohendet, Mrs. cenevieve M. phelan
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STUDY }IEETING RE-SCHEDULED
Because of conflicting appointments, Council agreed to move the stuoy
meeting forward to Tuesday, August 3, at 8:00 p.m.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
1. COMMISSION RULES
Councilman Johnson reported that Council Mangini and she expect
to have a report for Council shortly on regulations governing
commissions.
2. CIIARLES E. SERIL HEARING
At the request of the City Attorney, a motion introduced by Councilman
Martin, seconded by Councilman Crosby and unanimously carried,
authorized the Mayor to issue a subpoena for James P. McMullan to
appear at a continued hearing at such date and time that the Civil
Service may fix.
NEW BUSINESS
1. SISTER CITY PROGRAM
Councilman Johnson reported she will be unable to attend the meeting
for sister-city participants that is held each year in connection
with the League of California Cities Conference and suggested that
Mr. Ben Hechinger, Chairman, Burlingame Sister City Committee,
andpne other member of the Committee represent the city. Council
indicated no objection.
2. STREET REPAIR
Councilman Martin caIled attention to holes in the street in the
1500 block of Alturas Drive, particularly in front of 1514
where a person feII and was injured, and requested that t'he
condition be corrected.
3. RADAR CONTROL
Mayor Amstrup reported that he has received a letter from
Robert S. Gillespy, Jr., Chairman, Our Lady of Angels Parish Board
of Education, requesting some form of additional traffic controls
in the vicinity of the school. In response to his inquiry to
Captain Nordstrom concerning the use of radar, the latter reported
that approximately two-thirds of the police departments in the
county employ radar systems and that it is the only adequate method
of controlling speeding in residential areas.
At Mayor Amstrup's request, Captain Nordstrom stated that cost
estimates can be made available to Council.
4. PARKING LIMITATION ON LIBRARY LOT
A communication from the City Planner dated July 30, L97L, reported
that the Parking Commission recommended that the newly completed
parking lot adjicent to the library be designated "4-hour parking,
6:00 a.m., to 6:00 p.n., Sundays and holidays excepted-"
The matter was referred to the City Attorney to prepare the
necessary resolution.
The City Librarian was requested by Councilman Martin to survey and
furnish Council a report of where library employees park.
REPORTS
AB 1057 - Res ional Government Aqency
Mayor Amstrup reported on his attendance with Councilman llartin at
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the san I.lateo County Council of Mayors meeting, Eriday, July 30,
where AB 1057 - Conservation and Development Agency r'or the Bay
Area - was discussed at length. Mayor Amstrup reported that all
of the cities except the City of Millbrae strongly opposed the
BilL on the grounds that it would have the effect of undermining
the authority of Ioca1 governments and to the proposed method of
administration of the agency. Mayor Amstrup stated that it is
proposed that the governing board shalf consist of 83 members, each
to receive compensation of $2,400.00 annually, and the agency will
have the power to levy taxes to support its programs.
Councilman Martin stated his position in favor of sorne form of
regional agency, explaining that the eill as amended is a reasonable
compromise for the moment. He stated there probably will be a
number of amendments reducing the number of people on the governing
board and providing for reasonable representation from the counties
and cities.
Art/Cultural Center Commi-ttee
Councilman Johnson gave a resume of the Corimittee meeting on July 27,
where Councilman John Clemson and Mr. Ron Caya, Director of Civic
Arts, from the City of Walnut Creek, were guests. Councilman Johnson
stated that Mr. Caya made an excellent report on the development
of the Art Program in Walnut Creek, showing slides of the buildings
and some of the art work. Advising that a tour of the center is
being planned for later this month, Councilman Johnson extended an
invitation to Council to participate.
Counci.lman Mangini reported that he has received word from R. sanborn
Tow1e, the Corunittee temporary chairman, that he was at,tempting to
arrange a bus tour that will include a visit to Palo Alto as well
as Walnut Creek.
Cit,y HalI Tours
Councilman Johnson reported there will be four tours of the City
I{al1 for art teachers studying at Notre Dame College this summer--
tvro each on August 9 and 10, at 10:00 a.m. and 1:00 p.m., and
Councilman Mangini will assist.
State tegisfation
Councilman Mangini stated
on pending legislation of
that he will report at the study meetinginterest to the city.
ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS
Communications:
Neil M. Strain, President, San Mateo-Burlingame Board of Realtors,
dated July 27, !971, commenting on proposed Ordinance No. 936 "Reporton Residential Building Records," and suggesting an amendment for
Council' s consideration.
Aaron S. Jackson, Attorney at Law, Burlingame, dated JuIy 23, L97).,
urging support of one continuous intra-city bicycle route through
San Mateo County and endorsement of Senate 8i1L 1100 providing for
l-imited use of gas tax funds to accommodate bicycle use and safety.
The city Pl-anner reported he has had inquiries from persons interested
in bicycle paths and has suggested that they bring their ideas tothe city. Councilman Martin suggested that a Regional Planning
committee bulletin may be helpful to staff.
League of California Cities, dated JuIy 26, L971, requesting
designation of voting representative and an alternate for business
sessions of the Annual Conference.
Mayor Amstrup was named voting representative: Vj-ce-Mayor Johnson,the alternate.
San Mateo County Water Qua.Iity Control Advisory Committee notice
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of meeting on Thursday, August 5, lg7]-. Mayor Amstrup announcedthat the City Engineer will represent the city
Clty of Redwood City Resolution No. 6570 Opposing Proposed Deletionof Route 82 (E1 camino Real) and Reute 1r4- (wooasi-ae Road) Fromthe State Highway System.
Director of Pub1ic works, dated June 30, Lg7L, cost of pedestriancrosswalk signals, Hillside Drive and cortez Avenue.
Healt!, Safety, Traffic Commission, dated July 21, t97L recommenda-tion for arterial stop sign, Hillside Drive and Cabrillo Avenue.
Minutes: Library Board, Jury 20 and Librarianrs Report for Monthof June: Planning commission, JuLy 26, parking commission,,JuIy 28 , L97L.
AIRPORT INCIDENT
Captain Nordstrom reported that the recent incident at the airportinvolving a Pan-American 747 pointed up the high leve1 of coop-erationexisting between the various county agencies in emergency sitiations.
SAN FRANCISCO AIRPORT ACCESS
Council heard a report from Mr. David Keyston, member of Citizen,sCommittee for San Francisco Airport Acceis in connectj-on with costestimates for extending BART from the Daly city Terminal to theAirport and to a storage yard, possibly in nurlingame.
Mayor Amstrup stated that the city intends to hold a public hearing onthe matter of the yard site in september and has invited repre-sentatives of BART to be present.
CHAMBER OF COMMERCE
Mr. william F. Hauser, Chamber of Commerce General ManagEr, statedthat Mr. John B. Cockroft has taken the assignment of an off-streetparking study for the chamber, the purpose being to assist theCouncil and the Parking Commission in determining whether there isa need for all-day parking facilities for employees.
Responding to Councilman Johnsonrs inquiry, Mr. Hauser stated thatLevy Bros., is the only firm thus far to take advantage of the artstudentsr project and has agreed to permit their work to be dis-played on the exterior of the building.
MTNI-PARK
Mayor Amstrup reported that he has received extremely favorbblereactions from the mothers of children who use the plrk in the olocity hal1 parking lot and mentioned again that Council is mostgrateful to all of the people who worked to make the park thesuccess that it is.
ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business for transaction, the meeting wasregularly adjourned at 9240 p.m., council to meet j-n ExecutiveSession thereafter.
Respectfully submitted,
APPAOVED
RVING
MAY
. AMSTRUP
HERBERT K.ITE, CITY CLERK