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June 5,2000
1. CALL TO ORDER
A duly noticed regular meeting of the Burlingame City Council was held on the above date in the City Hall
Council Chambers. Mayor Rosalie O'Mahony called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.
2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE FLAG
Led by Mike Blondino, Parks and Recreation Supervisor
3. ROLL CALL
MEMBERS PRESENT:
MEMBERS ABSENT:
COFFEY, GALLIGAN, JANNEY, SPINELLI, O'MAHONY
NONE
4. MINUTES
Councilman Spinelli made a motion to approve the Minutes of the Regular Meeting of May 15,2000;
seconded by Councilwoman Janney. Motion approved unanimously by voice vote, 5-0.
5. CEREMONIAL MATTERS
Parks and Recreation Director John Williams introduced the key staff for the new Burlingame Aquatic
Center, which includes Randy Schwartz, Recreation Superintendent, Mike Blondino and Jordana
Schneiderman, Recreation Supervisors, and Swim Coach, Walt Cannon. The dedication celebration will be
held on Saturday, June 17'h at 10:00 a.m. at Burlingame High School. Mayor O'Mahony welcomed the staff
and wished them luck with this new project.
The second ceremonial event was honoring Ms. Mary Soares as the Outstanding Crossing Guard of the Year
2000. Mayor O'Mahony read a Proclamation noting the accomplishments of Ms. Soares while serving as a
crossing guard for the Burlingame community for the last 16 years. A Burlingame resident for 39 years,
Mary is the mother of two children, enjoys gardening, and also visits sick children in hospitals, sharing with
them her caring spirit. She has a deep love of children and desire to keep them safe by providing a safe
crossing at busy intersections.
6. PUBLIC HEARINGS
a. APPEAL OF PLANNING COMMISSION DENIAL WITHOUT PREJUDICE OF A
NEGATIYE DECLARATION AND FOUR PARIilNG VARIAI\CES FOR A NEW TWO
STORY OFFICE BUILDING AT 1411 CHAPIN AVENUE. ZONED C.1, SUBAREA B-1.
City Planner Monroe referred to her staff report dated June 5, 2000, stating this is an 8,301 squffe foot office
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building at l4l1 Chapin Avenue that was denied without prejudice at the Planning Commission meeting held
on January 24,2000. The applicant appealed the denial without prejudice to the City Council and continued
the item until this evening. During the appeal period, a downtown parking study and an evaluation by the
Public Works Department of requirements for the reconstruction of lot B-1 were completed. As a result, the
applicant submitted a revised site plan dated May 17 that reflects these requirements. It also shows the
adjustment to the encroachment permit to the Burlingame Garden Center that Mr. Chiapelone is willing to
agree to if the project is approved. The site plan shows the addition of one standard parking space to the
west side of Lot Bl, an addition of 2-ll2' foot wide sidewalks and parking meters on the east and west sides
of Lot B-1. The proposed project is to allow construction of a two story, 8,301 square foot office building.
A parking variance is requested for on-site dimension for 15 parking spaces ranging 17' to 13' in depth when
20' in depth is required. The second requirement is a parking variance for dimension for no on-site backup
area for 15 of the 20 parking spaces where 24-foot backup isle is required; also a parking variance for
providing three compact parking stalls at the rear of the building where one compact stall is allowed and for
dimensions for 24' back up isle where only 4' is provided on site.
This project would require the demolition of the eight residential units presently on the site. The applicant is
proposing to retain ownership but to convey to the City by way of a public easement a portion of his property
on which 15 parking spaces are located. These spaces would then be used as a part of public parking Lot B-
1, allowing the lot to be reconfigured with a central isle. This would make the parking spaces on the west
side of the lot perpendicular, allowing two spaces to be added resulting in I I spaces on the west side of Lot
B-1.
The office building requires 28 parking spaces on site to meet current code requirement. The applicant is
providing 20 spaces in Lot B-1 and three on-site. Since he has paid into the assessment district for parking,
he is requesting to carry forward to the new project the 8 parking spaces currently on the site.
Policy issues that are associated with this application include allowing future development to use public
parking, an exemption for parking spaces provided by existing development which participated in the
assessment district, and private development receiving on-site parking exemption for spaces added by them
to a public parking lot. These issues have been discussed over time, but a project has not yet come forward
where a determination needed to be made regarding the policy of intensifuing land use without replacing the
existing number of public parking spaces before meeting the requirement of the new use. The other two
issues are expanding a public parking lot on privately owned land and requiring a private property owner to
make all improvements to a public lot. In the past, when on-site parking was discussed, it has been set aside
for that particular use. In this case, all the required parking for this site, except three spaces, would be in the
public pool.
Included in the staff report is an initial study and a mitigated negative declaration, which were prepared in
September and October,1999, and posted in Novernbei prior to the Planning Commission's initial review of
this project. The preparation of this document and its posting occurred prior to completion of the City's
downtown parking study in February, 1999. The Planning Commission did not act on the mitigated negative
declaration so they made no recommendation to Council on the suitability of the document in terms of how
effective the proposed mitigation measures were in reducing the identified environmental effects caused by
the project. Since the Planning Commission did not take action on the mitigated negative declaration, the
Council must making findings for accepting the declaration before acting on the project. If Council cannot
make the findings or it is determined that significant issues are not adequately addressed, those should be
identified and an Environmental Impact Report would need to be prepared.
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Vice Mayor Galligan asked CP Monroe if the first three parking variances will be negated if the cunent
public parking lot is utilized since they will be able to back into the current public parking lot. If the City
grants the easement, we will be giving the applicant dimension variances on the first three. CP Monroe
stated that the way the code reads, the parking has to be provided on site to code or a variance must be
granted. Even if an easement is granted, those 15 parking spaces are not wholly on the applicant's site.
Vice Mayor Galligan asked what the purpose was for lowering the dimensions so three compact parking
stalls can be installed where only one would be allowed and how many spaces would actually be allowed if
the variance wasn't granted. Under the code, the applicant is allowed one compact parking space and is
providing three. Two standard spaces would not fit since the backup dimension is24'. Vice Mayor
Galligan inquired about condition #2,the property owner shall replace the sidewalk in front of their property
consistent with the streetscape plan; was this a normal condition for a developer to fix the area in front of
their location. CP Monroe stated normally they would be required to do curb, gutter and sidewalk work, in
the area affected by the City's streetscape plans all are required to have their improvements meet that
standard.
CP Monroe confirmed that in reference to condition #5, the applicant pays for the entire reconstruction of
Lot B-1, the l9 additional spaces as well as the restriping, repaving and improvements of the current nine
spaces, at a cost of approximately $135,000 for the public property and the easement area.
Mayor O'Mahony asked what the ratio was of cost sharing when Mollie Stones teamed with the City to
install new sidewalks. City Manager Argyres stated he would need to review that specific project, but noted
this project had a longer length of sidewalk than the proposed project at l4ll Chapin as well as the sidewalk
on El Camino Real .
Councilman Spinelli asked if the parking was intended to be short term or long term. Director of Public
Works Bagdon noted that the TSP Committee was going to look into what the length of time would be as
well as cost per hour. The existing nine spaces are currently two hour parking.
Mayor O'Mahony opened the public hearing. Mark Hudak, Attomey representing the applicant, spoke
regarding the project. He stated the site is currently occupied by two apartment buildings that aren't really
suitable to the ongoing development of Chapin Avenue. He noted the lot doesn't have any expansion
potential; can't build to the right because the City owns Lot B-1; to the left is a parking lot that serves 1420
Burlingame Avenue, which must remain by law. Feels the revised project is the best that can be designed
under the circumstances and a good project for the City and the surrounding neighbors on Chapin Avenue.
If the applicant is able to redevelop this lot and put a building with a parking lot next to it, they feel it would
improve Chapin Avenue and encourage the owner of 1420 Burlingame Avenue to improve his parking lot
and make a nice rear entrance to their building, thereby improving the entire streetscape on Chapin Avenue.
This is a relatively small, modest building. The FAR for this building is 1.07, when 3.0 would be allowed.
Originally the building reflected Spanish style architecture. The Planning Commission requested the
building be redesigned to mirror the architecture of the garden center, which has been done. With these
directives in mind, Lot B-1 was redesigned to meet all the design criteria the City has requested the applicant
to meet.
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Mr. Hudak stated that instead ofjust asking for a variance, the applicant is attempting to give something to
the City, which is in the form of a dedicated easement for parking. An easement can be worked out so that it
will be the functional equivalent of actually giving the City the land; it is nearly 1/3 of the lot and is going to
provide l7 new spaces that will be dedicated to the City. Because of building code requirements, the
property owner cannot give this parking area to the City. If he did, there could be no windows on the west
side of the new building.
Mr. Hudak noted this project has the complete support of Mr. Chiapelone, owner of the Burlingame Garden
Center who has agreed to modifu his encroachment permit to remove the l5' of display area.
Because of the way the parking district was created, one of the remaining few benefits left to lots within Sub-
Area B is an exemption for current use. If a lot is going to be redeveloped, historically the City has allowed
the developer to take an exemption for the existing use and then provide parking on-site, or elsewhere, for the
intensification of use or for the additional square footage. Mr. Hudak stated another issue that has been
discussed in the past is whether a developer would receive credit for providing additional public parking in a
municipal lot.
Mr. Hudak asked what portion of the redevelopment cost for Lot B-1 should the applicant bear, considering
they are donating almost $500,000 worth of parking spaces to the City. The City should share the
improvement costs. In the staff report, it is recommended that the developer indemnify the City for potential
damage to the buildings from the use of Lot B-1. Mr. Hudak noted the applicant cannot insure the
Burlingame Garden Center's building; doesn't feel it is fair to ask the developer to bear that burden. That
part of the parking lot will be improved and if something happens in the lot, it isn't within the developer's
control. The applicant is willing to give half the indemnity, but can't give the full indemnity on both sides.
Mr. John Chiapelone, owner of Burlingame Garden Center, stepped forward to state he does support the
project as they will benefit by having additional parking in Lot B-l for customers. He stated he was
concerned that a 20' redwood tree that he planted was not showing on the plans and requested that it not be
damaged during construction of Lot B-1. Mr. Hudak stated not showing it on the plans was unintentional
and they intended to protect the redwood tree. There were no further comments and Mayor O'Mahony
closed the public hearing.
Mayor O'Mahony asked the Council about removing housing and replacing it with commercial. Councilman
Coffey confirmed that he believed the overlay of Subarea B directs commercial and/or business office and is
in favor of the change. The rest of the Council agreed that a commercial project would be best for this area.
Mayor O'Mahony then asked the Council if they were concerned about the request for an exemption for the
on-site parking provided when a new use of greater density is planned. Councilman Spinelli felt the City is
benefiting in this case and approves of the exemption. Vice Mayor Galligan stated it gives the City a great
opportunity to see government and the private sector working together to develop something that works for
everybody. Councilwoman Janney agreed with both Councilman Spinelli and Vice Mayor Galligan.
Mayor O'Mahony then wanted to know if the Council was ready to permit the applicant to build 15 parking
spaces partially on City property to be used to meet the new building's parking requirements.
Councilwoman Janney stated she was ready to make a positive decision and the rest of the Council
concurred. Mayor O'Mahony noted approval of the project would mean a policy change to allow
enhancement of a City parking lot for the benefit of a private d.eveloper. Vice Mayor Galligan felt that the
building design is going to compliment the Garden Center and tie the commercial properties together as well
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as enhancing the neighborhood and benefit the parking. Councilwoman Janney concurred. Mayor
O'Mahony felt the information in the parking study presented by the applicant is outdated, as it was 1987
data; wants to keep in mind what the City's parking requirements demand for this office use. Noted in the
prime hours of use between 1 1:00 a.m. and 1:00 p.m., the downtown parking study showed that there was
96oh occupancy in Lot B-1. In the RKH study, it was less than 90%.
Mayor O'Mahony noted that item #4 of DPW Bagdon's letter dated March 9tr', states the applicant shall be
responsible for undertaking all parking improvements, material or parts acquisition, design and construction
and this should be incorporated into the conditions of approval; would like to see the developer carry all the
costs. Councilman Spinelli agreed that even though this parking lot does need some repairs, the City
wouldn't be reconstructing it if it weren't for this project. Councilman Coffey concurred that the developer
should pay for the reconstruction of the lot, but feels it should be acknowledged that the developer is
providing the City with valuable land that the City will benefit from using it
Mayor O'Mahony stated she was uncomfortable with the parking exemption for the current use and cost, and
that there will still be eight spaces lacking which should be required to pay a parking in-lieu fee. Vice Mayor
Galligan noted that the applicant has already paid into the district for the eight spaces; he noted that the City
will financially benefit from the parking revenue from the bigger Lot B-1. He is comfortable with an in-lieu
fee for exemption; concerned that three compact spaces are being squeezed into the back in an attempt to get
under the 28 space requirement, without that the applicant would be one or two spaces short. If the compact
wasn't allowed, they could get one car in the rear area versus three cars; comfonable making the spaces
compact and letting them backup into the easement. Vice Mayor Galligan noted the current condition of the
parking lot is not that good; wondered if the City should absorb some of the costs.
Councilwoman Janney noted that as a part of the decision, staff is requesting Council determine if this
approach should remain a City practice; she stated doesn't feel we can change the rules when the project is
before them. How these determinations apply to future development is a separate issue. City Attorney
noted in this case, the applicant is asking for an 8 space exemption and staff is asking Council for a policy
direction that would apply to future projects; is this a fair resolution of the Sub-Area B problem where there
is an increase in use, should there be some exemption given for the existing on-site parking provided because
that existed back when the parking district was created and the assessment was paid. However, the applicant
is also asking for City property to be used to support a private use. For example, when sharing parking for
expansion, the Doubletree Hotel paid for all the improvements to the parking lot as well as building 150
extra parking spaces. In this case there is some ongoing revenue from the parking meters, and a question of
balance of that revenue with how much benefit this is going to create for the Garden Center and Chapin
Avenue in coming up with a fair partnership between City and a private property owner.
Councilman Coffey asked the applicant if the $135,000 fee for the parking lot would be acceptable. Mr.
Hudak came forward to state the applicant was prepared to pay some but did not feel it was fair for them to
pay all the costs. This would mean improving the existing area of Lot B-1 which is already in need of repair;
feels applicant has given up a substantial portion of their land and the building is a small building to begin
with. Wants this to be a partnership with the City, which was why they had proposed to pay in some ratio.
DPW Bagdon wanted to clariff that if the City is going to pay any portion of the improvements, the City will
pay the developer to do the work rather than have them pay the City to do the work. It was intended that one
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contractor would be doing all the work, the building on the private property and also the parking lot adjacent
to it.
Vice Mayor Galligan asked City Attorney Anderson if the Lot B-l was indemnified against the Garden
Center, which he stated it was not; believes what Mr. Hudak is proposing is to leave it as is, but in the new
lot there would be additional curbing to protect the Garden Center and would better meet some standards and
specifications to protect the structure.
Vice Mayor Galligan made a motion to overtum the appeal of the Planning Commission with the added
condition that the property owner does not have to indemni$ the garden center side of the parking lot,
seconded by Councilwoman Janney; motion carried unanimously, 5-0. CA Anderson noted he would
prepare a Resolution to formalize this action and put it on the agenda for the June 19, 2000 Council meeting.
BAR, BEHATI'S IRrSH PUB,BENIHANA OF TOKYO, BOBBY MCGEE'S, BURLINGAME
STATION BREWERY, CALIFORNIA BAR AND GRILL.CARIBBEAN GARDENS.DICEY
RILEYS' IRISH PUB, FOUR GREEN FIELDS. GOLDEN CHINA, GRANDVIEW. TTYATT
HOTEL, MAX'S OPERA CAFE. MOON MCSHANE'S. PARAGON. PARK PLAZA HOTEL,
SHERATON GATEWAY HOTEL,FANNY AND ALEXANDER, ALIBI CLUB, AND EL
TORITO
City Attorney Anderson stated this was an annual review of amusement permits that are proposed for
renewal. The City has issued approximately 20 amusement permits. The Police Department has reviewed
the past year's history on these permits and has made recommendations in the sunmary.
Most of the amusement permits are recommended for renewal on the same terms and conditions that they
were granted or have been amended in the recent past. The changes are that Fanny and dlexander's be
renewed for only six months because they are not scheduled to open until the end of June. Secondly, the
Aiibi Club is only recommended for six months because they have had a difficult time in the last few months
with unruly patrons and the Police Department has received a large number of calls from them this past year.
El Torito and Benihana both have requested their amusement permit be dropped since they no longer have
use for the permit.
Councilman Spinelli asked if anyone could pinpoint why the Alibi Club was having problems with their
patrons. CA Anderson noted that he believed it was behavior problems and forceful management. The
Police Department has been working with the management to come up with better security programs.
Councilman Spinelli asked why there were a large number ot calls for service at the California Bar and Grill,
but only four were disruptive. CA Anderson felt that when there are a large number of calls, the problem is
being resolved before it develops into an uruuly situation.
Mayor O'Mahony opened the public hearing. There were no comments and the hearing was closed.
Vice Mayor Galligan made a motion to approve the renewal of the annual amusement permits as
recommended, seconded by Councilwoman Janney; motion carried unanimously, 5-0. At this time,
Councilwoman Janney commended Mr. Jones, owner of American Bull, for the hard work on changing his
establishment into a very family oriented restaurant.
7. PUBLIC COMMENTS
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6b. ANNUAL REVIEW AND RENEWAL OF AMUSEMENT PERMITS - AMERICAN BULL
8.
a.
Mr. Angelo Dela Casa came forward to show Council photos and to express concem about his neighbor to
the rear who does not tend to her overgrown grass; the neighbor's fence came down and hasn't repaired it;
fears rats will result from the condition of the yard.
Randy Atkins, 479 ChathamAvenue, spoke regarding the Burlingame Aquatic Center; he has occupied this
home for over 20 years, coached many sports in Burlingame, is a volunteer and Board Member of
Burlingame AYSO. Mr. Atkins stated he has significant familiarity with Burlingame sports programs and
the day-to-day association with Burlingame High School. When the pool lights were erected in late April,
Mrs. Susie Allison of 475 Chatham sent a letter to Council regarding this matter. She received a response
from John Williams, Parks and Recreation Director, that states, "This is a school pool and replaces an
existing pool in the Burlingame High School campus. The design process was conducted by the San Mateo
Union High School District and no City review of the plans or construction process was required. I am not
certain what, if any, review processes are required of Califomia schools for school construction process".
Mr. Atkins stated it was his understanding that these statements are not totally correct. The Council
Members had knowledge of the design and were instrumental in the request for lighting; feels it was the
Council's intention for the residents to use this facility. Mr. Atkins stated what was particularly disturbing to
him is the fact that there was never any intention to inform the neighbors directly affected by the pool of
these plans. Furthermore, the only public information regarding the pool that Mr. Atkins has seen were
articles in the local Independent Newspaper. Felt with the scope of this project, the Council should have
endeavored to contact those directly adjacent to it to solicit their input.
STAFF REPORTS AND COMMUNICATIONS
REQUEST FOR FUNDS, "SUMMER OF 2OOO POLICE, F'IRE AND RECREATION NIGHT"
Director of Parks and Recreation John Williams introduced the representatives from the three departments
that coordinate the "PFRN" program, Jeff Kim, Heather Rambaugh, Todd Chase, and Tim Barry. This
program has been a cooperative event and a trust account has been set up to which all revenues from the
program are deposited; he explained that the individual City departments budgets do not allocate money for
the program.
Firefighter Jeff Kim briefly explained the program, which began three years ago with donations from Fire,
Police and the City Council and requested that the Council consider donating some funds for the coming
summer program. 100 students are expected to attend the events this year. It has been a very successful
progrirm and would like to continue it, however the balance in the fund is approximately $200. The cost to
each student for the six-week program is $20.00, which includes a t-shirt and all expenses. This $20.00 does
not begin to cover all the expenses of the program. In the past, Olympian Day Care has donated
transportation.
Firefighter Kim suggested he would meet with the coordinators and submit a written request to Council
requesting funds. He also wished to thank John Williams, Randy Schwartz, and Tim Barry of the Recreation
Department for their support of the program and help in making it successful.
9" CONSENT CALENDAR
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^. REJECT CLAIM OF CLAY HERMAN REALTORS T'OR SEWER BACKUP ON
DECEMBER 20, 1999
City Attomey Anderson recommending rejecting claim of Clay Herman Realtors for sewer backup occurring
on December 20,1999.
b. RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING GRANT APPLICATION FOR BEVERAGE CONTAINER
RECYCLING
Assistant City Manager Rahn Becker recommended approval of the resolution authorizing l) the South
Bayside Waste Management Authority (SBWMA) to submir a funding request form to the State Department
of Conservation for a grant to promote beverage container recycling and litter cleanup and2) authorizing the
SBWMA recycling programs manager to administer the grant.
c.RESOL UTION AMENDING AGREEMENT WITH CONSTRUCTION TESTING
SERVICES FOR BROADWAY STREETSCAPE IMPROVEMENTS - FROM CHULA
VISTA TO LAGUNA AVENUE
City Engineer Frank Erbacher recommended that City Council approve the attached resolution amending the
agreement with Construction Testing Services for construction management services for Broadway
Streetscape Improvements increasing the amount of $83,743.
REAL.LOT 2 AND A PORTION OF LOT 1, MAP OF BURLINGAME HEIGHTS
City Engineer Frank Erbacher recommended approval of the final condominium map for 107 El Camino
Real.
I RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THREE.YEAR ANIMAL
AGREEMENT, (2) RESOLUTION TRANSFERRING FUNDS FOR ADDED 1999-2000
e.
PROGRAM COSTS
Assistant City Manager Rahn Becker recommended approval of the resolution authorizing the City Manager
to execute the agreement with San Mateo County to provide animal control services via contract with the
Peninsula Humane Society; and approve resolution authorizing payment of additional 1999-2000 costs of
$32,640 representing city share of state mandated program costs for animal control.
f. USAR TASK FORCE 3 AGREEMENT
Fire Chief Bill Reilly recommended approval by resolution agreement between the Menlo Park Fire
Protection District and the City of Burlingame to participate jn the Califomia Urban Search and Rescue Task
Force 3.
ob OUT.OF.STATE FOR RE,CREATION
Director of Parks and Recreation Williams recommended authorizingRandy Schwartz, Recreation
Superintendent, to attend out of state travel to Seattle, Washing to examine synthetic turf surfaces within the
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d. FINAL CONDOMINIUM MAP FOR A 17 UNIT CONDOMINIUM AT IO7 EL CAMINO
Councilman Coffey met with East Palo Alto City Manager, Monica Hudson, regarding the Peninsula
Congestion Relief Alliance Committee, attended the North County Council of Cities meeting, Burlingame
Bike Race, met with the police and recreation departments on budget reviews, and participated in the Lion's
Golf Tournament. Councilman Spinelli represented the City at the funeral of Vice Mayor Gary Yates of San
Mateo. Councilwoman Janney attended the County General Hospital Fundraiser, Chamber of Commerce
Trade Show, the Burlingame Aquatic Center Foundation meeting, Council of Cities dinner, North County
Council of Cities dinner, Youth in Government Day, Junior Fire Marshal Olympics and Picnic, Convention
and Visitors Bureau Executive Committee meeting, CMAC meeting, participated in the Lions Golf
Tournament, and attended the funeral of Vice Mayor Yates. Vice Mayor Galligan attended the Council of
Cities meeting, North County Council of Cities meeting, participated in the Lions Golf Tournament, and the
Burlingame Homeowner's Meeting. Mayor O'Mahony attended the San Mateo County and Chamber of
Commerce Trade Show, County Council of Cities meeting, North County Council of Cities meeting, Youth
in Government Day, Junior Fire Marshal Olympics and Picnic, met with Ann LeClair, President of the
Visitor and Convention Bureau, attended OLA Memorial Day picnic, toured City Hall with the Washington
School 3'd graders, presented a Proclamation to the Special Olympic's Runners, and attended the funeral of
Vice Mayor Yates.
L Councilman Coffey asked City Attorney Anderson if Mr. Ken Castle responded to the letter requesting the
public records regarding the Broadway Streetscape. CA Anderson noted he had not and that the documents
would be returned to their respective departments if he did not come in to view them by a determined date.
It was noted a good deal of staff time was spent gathering the records, however, they were never reviewed by
Mr. Castle.
Vice Mayor Galligan noted Tuesday, June 6'h, was the City of Burlingame's 92"d birthday.
12. NEW BUSINESS
Mayor O'Mahony noted the League of California Cities has sent a request for the City to join in an amicus
curea brief with Sonoma on the return of ERAF funds the State has been taking from the cities since 1992.
Noted it would be helpful if we could get unanimous agreement of the Council to join in this. Council
concurred.
Councilwoman Janney noted that she received several comments regarding the bicycle race held in
Burlingame on June 4tr'; apparently it tied up a good deal of downtown for most of the day, and that some of
the businesses were frustrated. City Manager Argyres stated the application was approved by Council; spoke
to Georgette Naylor and requested she put in writing the concerns the business' have about the bike race.
next two months
Councilwoman Janney made a motion to approve the consent calendar; seconded by Mike Coffey; motion
carried unanimously, 5-0.
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11. OLD BUSINESS
Also noted that the Chamber's Farmer's Market is scheduled at the same time as the bike race.
Mayor O'Mahony noted that the Council is not allowed to address public comment items and that City
Attorney Anderson would be in touch with Mr. Atkins regarding the pool lights; knows it is difficult for the
public to understand that the City cannot control what the schools do.
13. ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS
Commission Minutes: Library, March 14 and April 18, 2000; Traffic, Safety and Parking, May 11,
2000; Planning, May 22,2000
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Department Reports: Police, April 2000
Proclamation Honoring Jai Marino for Outstanding Achievement as Principal of Our Lady of Angels
School
14. CLOSED SESSION
City Attorney Anderson stated the Council met in closed session at 8:50 p.m. on three different items:
a. Conference with Labor Negotiator pursuant to Government Code $ 54957.6: City Negotiator:
Dennis Argyres, Labor Organizations: PolicelFire Administrators; AFSCME, Locals 2190 and829;
BAMM; Teamsters Local 856; Department Heads and Unrepresented Employees
Council instructed the City Manager with regard to hiring a new City Manager; and
Council instructed City Auomey with regard to pending litigation in the Worker's Compensation
System with Judith Gladysz
15. ADJOURNMENT
Mayor O'Mahony asked for a moment of silence in memory of Vice Mayor Gary Yates and Mr. Bob May.
The meeting was adjourned at9:28 p.m.
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Council returned to open session at 9:26 p.m.
CrtrrJ7nuzu:
Ann Musso
City Clerk
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