South San Francisco public meetings in 2023

NOTICE OF MEETING CANCELLATION

The City Council meeting scheduled for December 27, 2023, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is set for January 10, 2024, at 6:30 p.m.

• Regular meeting of December 27, 2023, cancelled
• Next meeting scheduled for January 10, 2024

Library Board

The regular meeting of the South San Francisco Library Board scheduled for December 26, 2023, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is set for January 24, 2024.

Cultural Arts Commission

The December 21, 2023 regular meeting of the Cultural Arts Commission has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for January 18, 2024.

• Meeting cancelled; no business conducted

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold public hearings on two major items: a use permit for an indoor padel facility at 550 Eccles Avenue, and a recommendation to the City Council for a zoning text amendment, development agreement, design review, and sign permit for a 65-foot tall, double-faced digital billboard on property adjacent to 140 Beacon Avenue along HWY 101 & 280. The commission will also consider approving draft minutes from the November 2, 2023 meeting.

• Use permit for indoor padel facility at 550 Eccles Avenue in BTP-H district
• Recommendation to City Council for zoning amendment to allow four digital billboards along US 101 corridor
• Resolution recommending approval of a 65-foot tall, double-faced digital billboard at 140 Beacon Avenue
• Development agreement, design review, and sign permit for the digital billboard project
• Consideration of draft minutes from November 2, 2023 Planning Commission meeting

Special Successor Agency to the Redevelopment Agency

The Special Successor Agency to the Redevelopment Agency will consider a resolution approving the Recognized Obligation Payment Schedule and administrative budget for fiscal year 2024-25. This is the sole substantive item on the agenda.

• Resolution approving Recognized Obligation Payment Schedule and administrative budget for July 1, 2024 through June 30, 2025

Zoning Administrator

The Zoning Administrator will hold a public hearing to consider a Design Review and Minor Use Permit for upgrades to two storage tanks at 470 and 455 East Grand Avenue within the Genentech Master Plan District. The project is proposed to be categorically exempt from CEQA. Public comments may be submitted in writing or by voicemail before or during the meeting.

• Public hearing: Design Review and Minor Use Permit for storage tank upgrades at 470 East Grand Avenue and 455 East Grand Avenue (Genentech Master Plan District) with a categorical CEQA exemption determination.

City Council

The Council will hold public hearings on two major projects: a design review and environmental finding for a new Aquatic Center at Orange Memorial Park, and a proposal to redevelop a 19-acre site into a 1.65 million square foot life science research campus at Forbes Boulevard and Allerton Avenue. The consent calendar includes a $752,215 Microsoft license renewal, $249,811 for fire turnout gear, and several grants and donations for library programs and fire station security.

• Public hearing on a 1.65M sq ft life science campus at 420-490 Forbes Boulevard (Vantage Healthpeak project)
• Public hearing on Design Review and Mitigated Negative Declaration for Orange Memorial Park Aquatic Center
• Renewal of Microsoft licensing agreement with Dell Marketing LP for $752,215 over three years
• Purchase of 58 Globe turnout coats and pants for the Fire Department at $249,811.80
• Acceptance of $75,000 Urban Area Security Initiative grant to enhance security at Fire Station 64 (2350 Galway Drive)

Traffic Safety Commission

This regular meeting includes approval of prior meeting minutes, a staff report on TAC 2311, and items from police. No major policy decisions or public hearings are on the agenda.

• Approval of November 14, 2023 meeting minutes
• Staff report on TAC 2311 with attachments

Parking Place Commission

This is a regular meeting of the Parking Place Commission. The agenda is largely procedural, including approval of previous meeting minutes and a staff report on the Parking District's year-to-date financials. No major policy decisions or public hearings are scheduled.

• Approval of meeting minutes from November 14, 2023
• Monthly Expenditure and Revenue Report for Parking District - YTD FY 2023-24

Planning Commission

The regular meeting of the South San Francisco Planning Commission scheduled for December 7, 2023, has been canceled. The next meeting will be held on December 21, 2023.

Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee

The December 6, 2023 regular meeting of the Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for January 3, 2024 at 6:00 PM in person.

• Meeting cancelled
• Next meeting: January 3, 2024, 6:00 PM in person

Measure W Citizens' Oversight Committee

The Measure W Citizens' Oversight Committee will review and consider approving minutes from its October 2023 meeting. The primary business is a presentation from Maze and Associates on preliminary Measure W financial results for fiscal year 2022-23. The committee will also receive an informational report on the Measure W fund balance and expenditures for the first quarter of fiscal year 2023-24.

• Review and approve meeting minutes of October 4, 2023
• Presentation on Measure W preliminary financial results for fiscal year 2022-23 by Amy Meyer of Maze and Associates
• Informational report on Measure W fund balance and expenditures for the first quarter of fiscal year 2023-24 by Finance Director Karen Chang

Special City Council

The South San Francisco City Council holds a special meeting for its annual reorganization, including nominations and appointments for Mayor and Vice Mayor. The outgoing mayor will be recognized, and new officers will take oaths. No other business is on the agenda.

• Presentation to outgoing Mayor and outgoing Mayor remarks
• Nominations for Mayor, appointment, oath, and incoming remarks
• Nominations for Vice Mayor, appointment, oath, and incoming remarks
• Performance by Lilac

Youth Commission

The Youth Commission will receive presentations on two major capital projects: the new Orange Memorial Park Aquatics Center and the new Library | Parks and Recreation Center. No action or decisions are scheduled; the items are informational only.

• Presentation on the new Orange Memorial Park Aquatics Center by Deputy Director of Capital Projects Philip Vitale
• Presentation on the new Library | Parks and Recreation Center by Director of Capital Projects Jacob Gilchrist

Commission on Equity and Public Safety

This is a special meeting of the South San Francisco Commission on Equity and Public Safety. The commission will discuss potential goals and objectives for the 2024 calendar year, review the attendance policy for all city commissions, and review the process for electing the 2024 chair and vice chair. They will also consider approving the October 16, 2023 meeting minutes.

• Discussion of potential goals and objectives for 2024
• Review of attendance policy for all City of South San Francisco commissions
• Review of process for electing 2024 commission chairperson and vice chairperson
• Motion to approve meeting minutes from October 16, 2023

Library Board

The South San Francisco Library Board will discuss and vote on the proposed 2024 holiday schedule and review City Council procedures for boards and commissions. The board will also consider approving the minutes from the October 24 meeting and receive the director's report. No major financial or land-use decisions are on the agenda.

• Review and approval of draft minutes from October 24, 2023 Library Board meeting
• Discussion and motion to approve the 2024 holiday schedule
• Review of City Council procedures and protocols for boards and commissions per Resolution 165-2023
• Library Director’s report including communications and statistics
• Santa Comes to Town event on Dec 2 at new Library | Parks and Recreation Center

NOTICE OF MEETING CANCELLATION

The regular City Council meeting scheduled for November 22, 2023, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is set for Wednesday, December 13, 2023, at 6:30 p.m.

• Meeting of November 22, 2023, cancelled

Special City Council

This special City Council meeting includes a report on a study session regarding storefront cannabis regulations and a discussion of revenue enhancement options. No formal votes or decisions are scheduled; the agenda consists of administrative business items.

• Report on study session regarding storefront cannabis regulations
• Revenue Enhancement Options discussion

Cultural Arts Commission

The Cultural Arts Commission will hold a regular meeting featuring Day of the Dead award presentations, a capital projects update, and a quarterly funding review for July–October 2023. Commissioners will also consider approving a memorial bench for Shane Looper and a proposal to change the monthly meeting day.

• Day of the Dead Presentations to Award Recipients
• Capital Projects Update
• Cultural Arts Quarterly Funding Review, July 2023 – October 2023 (attachments include budget and fund summary)
• Shane Looper Memorial Bench Purchase Approval
• Proposed Change of Monthly Cultural Arts Commission Meeting Day

Planning Commission

The November 16, 2023 Planning Commission regular meeting has been cancelled. The next meeting is scheduled for December 7, 2023.

Traffic Safety Commission

The Traffic Safety Commission will hear an update on the Grand Boulevard Initiative (GBI) from Senior Civil Engineer Jeffrey Chou. The board also will consider approving the October 11, 2023 meeting minutes and discuss a TAC 2310 item with attachments. No major decisions, rezonings, or contracts with dollar amounts are on the agenda.

• Grand Boulevard Initiative (GBI) update presentation
• Approval of October 11, 2023 meeting minutes
• TAC 2310 item with attachments and agenda/minutes

Parking Place Commission

The commission will review the October 11, 2023, meeting minutes. Staff will also provide an update on the Outdoor Dining Program and a report on Parking District revenue and expenditures for fiscal year 2023-24.

• Approval of October 11, 2023, meeting minutes
• Outdoor Dining Program Update
• Monthly Expenditure and Revenue Report for Parking District – YTD FY 2023-24

City Council

The City Council will consider consent calendar items including multiple construction contracts and grant approvals, and discuss administrative items such as contract amendments for the Smart Corridor expansion and a second amendment to the Eden Housing agreement for affordable housing at 201 Baden Avenue.

• Resolution awarding up to $1,085,906 for Training Tower Maintenance Project to Burke Construction and Draeger, Inc.
• Resolution awarding $621,601.57 for Karyl Matsumoto Plaza Project to Raposo Engineering
• Resolution approving $760,000 in contingency increases for Smart Corridor South San Francisco Expansion Project contracts
• Resolution authorizing second amendment to Purchase and Sale Agreement with Eden Housing for former city parcel at 201 Baden Avenue
• Resolution approving Program Guidelines for Small Business Post-Pandemic Recovery Grant Program

Youth Commission

The Youth Commission will discuss and potentially approve goals for 2024 and consider forming subcommittees and ad hoc committees. Public comment is limited to three minutes per speaker. No other substantive actions are on the agenda.

• Discussion and potential approval of Commission Goals for 2024
• Discussion and potential approval of a subcommittee structure
• Discussion and potential formation of an ad hoc committee structure

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on a resolution recommending City Council approval of a Design Review permit and a Mitigated Negative Declaration (CEQA) for a new Aquatic Center at Orange Memorial Park. The meeting also includes consent calendar items: approval of draft minutes from October 19, 2023, and a Master Sign Program and Design Review for Gateway Campus at 901 Gateway Boulevard.

• Public hearing on Design Review for a new Aquatic Center at Orange Memorial Park, including adoption of a Mitigated Negative Declaration (ND23-0005)
• Consent item: Master Sign Program and Design Review for Gateway Campus at 901 Gateway Boulevard
• Consent item: Approval of draft minutes from October 19, 2023 Planning Commission meeting

Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee

The South San Francisco Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee will meet on November 1, 2023, to approve prior meeting minutes and review administrative reports. The primary agenda item is a scheduled review of Q3 2023 vehicle versus pedestrian and bicyclist collision statistics. This data will help the committee assess local traffic safety trends for residents. The meeting also covers standard public comment procedures and updates from staff and committee members.

• Approval of October 4, 2023, regular meeting minutes
• Review of Q3 2023 vehicle versus pedestrian and bicyclist collision statistics
• Police quarter report presentation by Traffic Commander Lieutenant Tony Pinell
• Items from BPAC members and city staff

Special City Council

This special City Council meeting is solely dedicated to the Mayor's presentation of the 2023 State of the City update. No other business or action items are on the agenda. Public comments are limited to this single presentation.

• 2023 State of the City Update presented by Mayor Flor Nicolas

City Council

The City Council will consider adopting the Sign Hill Open Space Master Plan and a first addendum to the 2023-2031 Housing Element. The consent calendar includes acceptance of $7,286 in donations for the Women's Leadership Conference and a $360,000 safety consulting contract with Du-All Safety. Administrative business features a $700,000 agreement with Orege North America for water quality services and a legal services agreement for PCB litigation. Closed session involves negotiations on two properties, including one subject to tax sale and another with Eden Housing.

• Adoption of Sign Hill Open Space Master Plan
• First Addendum to 2023-2031 Housing Element
• Agreement with Du-All Safety for $360,000 over three years
• Agreement with Orege North America not to exceed $700,000
• Legal services agreement with Sher Edling LLP for PCB litigation

Library Board

The Library Board will discuss and take action on several policy changes and administrative matters, including a motion to relocate future board meetings to the new Library | Parks and Recreation Center. They will also consider canceling the December 26, 2023 meeting and approving updates to the Main Library Group Study and Meeting Room Use Policy, the Library Use Policy, and the Library Auditorium Use Policy.

• Discussion and motion to move Library Board meetings to the Library | Parks and Recreation Center.
• Discussion and motion to approve the Main Library Group Study and Meeting Room Use Policy.
• Discussion and motion to amend the Library Use Policy.
• Discussion and motion to amend the Library Auditorium Use Policy.
• Discussion and motion to cancel the regular meeting of December 26, 2023.

Special City Council

The City Council will hold a study session to discuss proposed amendments to the City Council Handbook, led by the City Attorney and City Clerk. No formal decisions will be made at this meeting.

• Study session regarding proposed amendments to the City Council Handbook

Cultural Arts Commission

The Cultural Arts Commission will receive presentations on the Library and Parks and Recreation Center Grand Opening and subcommittee reports. They will then consider approving the September 21, 2023 minutes and a report on revised locations for public art sculpture donations. Public comment is invited.

• Library | Parks and Recreation Center Grand Opening Update (presentation)
• Subcommittee Reports (presentation)
• Motion to approve minutes from September 21, 2023
• Public Art Sculpture Donations - Revised Locations Report

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold public hearings on two significant development projects: a new 8-story office/R&D building at 573 Forbes Boulevard and a 1.65 million square foot life sciences campus (Vantage Healthpeak) on 19 acres at 420-490 Forbes Boulevard. The Commission will consider design review, transportation demand management plans, and environmental determinations for both projects. The agenda also includes approval of previous meeting minutes.

• Design Review and TDM Plan for an 8-story office/R&D building with detached parking garage at 573 Forbes Boulevard
• Master Plan, Precise Plan, Design Review, Use Permit, Development Agreement, TDM Plan, and Vesting Tentative Map for Vantage Healthpeak Life Sciences Campus (1.65M sq ft) on 19 acres at 420-490 Forbes Boulevard
• CEQA environmental consistency determinations for both projects under the 2040 General Plan EIR
• Consent calendar: approval of draft minutes from September 21, 2023 meeting

Parks and Recreation Commission

The Parks and Recreation Commission will receive a report on the Sign Hill Master Plan, along with updates on staff promotions, capital projects, and a library-parks grand opening. The commission will also vote on approving the September 19 meeting minutes.

• Report regarding the Sign Hill Master Plan
• Staff Promotions Update (Laura Armanino, Recreation Manager)
• Capital Projects Update (Philip Vitale, Deputy Director of Capital Projects)
• Library | Parks and Recreation Grand Opening Update
• Motion to approve meeting minutes from September 19, 2023

Commission on Equity and Public Safety

The South San Francisco Commission on Equity and Public Safety will consider several items at its October 16 meeting. Commissioners will vote on the September 18, 2023 minutes, review a slide deck supporting the City’s Community Wellness and Crisis Response Team, discuss goals for 2024, and consider holding November and December meetings in place of holiday sessions.

• Motion to approve the Minutes from September 18, 2023
• Review and approve slide deck presentation on the Community Wellness and Crisis Response Team
• Discussion on potential goals and initiatives for the Commission for the 2024 calendar year
• Discussion and potential action on holding November and December commission meetings in lieu of the holidays

City Council

The South San Francisco City Council will consider multiple consent calendar items including adoption of zoning code amendments for the Lindenville Specific Plan and other overlay districts, and a new ordinance establishing rules of conduct on city property. The main administrative business items involve awarding large construction contracts for park and trail improvements, notably a $4.5 million contract for Centennial Way Trail Park Improvements and a $3.7 million contract for Oyster Point Phase IIC. A consulting agreement for Linden Avenue Park design for up to $526,920 is also on the agenda.

• Award $4,505,417 construction contract to A&B Construction for Centennial Way Trail Park Improvements (project pk2302)
• Award $3,716,501.51 construction contract to GECMS Inc. for Oyster Point Phase IIC Improvement Project
• Award $526,920 consulting services agreement to MIG, Inc. for Linden Avenue Park design
• Second reading and adoption of ordinances adding Lindenville Specific Plan and other zoning overlay districts
• Approval of updated state agreement for $249,800 for HSIP 10 curb ramp replacement project

Traffic Safety Commission

The Traffic Safety Commission will hold a regular meeting with a consent calendar to approve minutes from September 12. The only substantive discussion item is a review of the TAC 2309 meeting agenda and minutes. The agenda is otherwise procedural.

• Approval of September 12, 2023 meeting minutes
• Review of TAC 2309 meeting agenda and minutes

Parking Place Commission

The Parking Place Commission will receive a monthly revenue report for the Parking District and a parking meter transaction report with a revenue breakdown. No votes on policy changes or other substantive actions are scheduled; the agenda is largely procedural and informational.

• Monthly Revenue Report for Parking District (FY 2023-24 YTD)
• Parking Meter Transaction Report and Revenue Breakdown FY 2023-24
• Approval of September 12, 2023 meeting minutes

Planning Commission

The regular meeting of the South San Francisco Planning Commission scheduled for October 5, 2023, has been canceled. No decisions or discussions will take place. The next meeting is scheduled for October 19, 2023.

• Meeting cancelled; no business conducted

Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee

The Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee will hold a regular meeting including consent calendar approval of August 2, 2023 minutes, an administrative update on the Complete Streets Leadership Academy, and the formal welcome of new member Dylan Hingey. No major decisions, public hearings, or items requiring public input are scheduled.

• Approval of Regular Meeting Minutes for August 2, 2023
• Complete Streets Leadership Academy update from Senior Transportation Planner Chris Espiritu
• Welcome of new BPAC member Dylan Hingey

Measure W Citizens' Oversight Committee

The Measure W Citizens' Oversight Committee will meet to approve previous meeting minutes, receive a presentation on the audit scope and timelines from Maze and Associates, and discuss an update on Measure W finances from the Director of Finance.

• Presentation on audit scope and timelines by Amy Meyer of Maze and Associates
• Presentation and discussion on Measure W Financials Update by Finance Director Karen Chang
• Approval of minutes from the August 2, 2023 meeting

Youth Commission

The South San Francisco Youth Commission will hold a regular meeting to elect officers, review bylaws, and discuss potential goals for 2023-2024. Commissioners will also receive a Brown Act presentation from the City Attorney's Office. This is largely an organizational and training session with no votes on ordinances, contracts, or budgets.

• Brown Act presentation by the City Attorney's Office
• Review of Youth Commission bylaws
• Election of officers (chair, vice chair, etc.)
• Discussion of potential goals for 2023-2024

Joint Special Meeting City Council and Successor Agency

The City Council and Successor Agency are holding a joint special meeting to consider transferring certain former Redevelopment Agency real property to the City for the Civic Campus Library/Parks/Recreation (LPR) Project. The consent calendar includes two linked resolutions—one by the City Council and one by the Successor Agency—authorizing the transfer under Health and Safety Code Section 34191.5 and the approved Long Range Property Management Plan. No other substantive items are on the agenda.

• Resolution of the City Council approving transfer of former Redevelopment Agency real property to the City for the Civic Campus LPR Project
• Resolution of the Successor Agency approving the same property transfer
• Transfer is pursuant to Health and Safety Code Section 34191.5 and the approved Long Range Property Management Plan

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing and consider adopting the Lindenville Specific Plan, which includes zoning amendments and new overlay districts. Other major items include accepting $5 million in state funds for the Utah Avenue Overcrossing project, approving a $1.665 million consulting contract for preschool design, and authorizing $227,606 for police rifles. The council will also vote on amending the Master Fee Schedule to correct fire inspection fees and changing meeting locations for several commissions.

• Adoption of Lindenville Specific Plan and related zoning code amendments
• $5,000,000 from California Transportation Commission for Utah Avenue Overcrossing
• $1,665,811 consulting agreement with Dorman Associates for preschool projects
• $227,606.07 for police patrol rifles, suppressors, and accessories using asset forfeiture funds
• Resolution approving response to grand jury report on bike safety

Library Board

The Library Board will discuss and vote on a motion to close Grand Avenue Library on Saturday, October 28, 2023, to support the opening day of the new Library | Parks and Recreation Center. The board will also review draft Library Use and Group Study Room policies, receive the September director's report, and consider approving August meeting minutes.

• Motion to close Grand Avenue Library on Saturday, October 28, 2023 for Opening Day of the new Library | Parks and Recreation Center
• Review of draft Library Use Policy
• Review of draft Group Study Room Policy
• September 2023 Library Director’s Report and Communications and Statistics
• Library | Parks & Recreation Center Update and Opening Day on October 28, 2023

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to consider a new office/R&D campus with an amenity building and parking structure at 101 Terminal Court. Two resolutions are proposed: one finding the project consistent with the 2040 General Plan EIR, and another approving design review and a Transportation Demand Management Plan.

• Design Review and TDM Plan for 101 Terminal Court office/R&D campus
• Resolution finding project consistent with 2040 General Plan EIR (CEQA Guidelines sections 15162, 15183)
• Resolution approving entitlements: Design Review (DR22-0038) and TDM Plan (TDM22-0008)
• Draft minutes from September 7, 2023 on consent calendar

Cultural Arts Commission

The Cultural Arts Commission will review the Fiscal Year 2023-24 Cultural Arts Project List, receive updates on the Library|Parks and Recreation Grand Opening and subcommittees, and vote on minutes, media selection for the February 2024 Art Show, and cancellation of the December 21, 2023 meeting.

• Fiscal Year 2023-24 Cultural Arts Project List Review
• Introduction of new Cultural Arts Commissioners
• Media Selection for the February 2024 Art Show
• Cancellation of December 21, 2023 meeting
• Approval of minutes from July 20, 2023

Parks and Recreation Commission

The Parks and Recreation Commission will receive updates on capital projects, the grand opening of the Library/Parks and Recreation facility, and the Roberta Cerri Teglia Center. Commissioners will consider a motion to cancel the November or December meeting and will hear a report on the department's pickleball programs and a pilot court location. The agenda also includes approval of August 15 meeting minutes.

• Update on Capital Projects from Deputy Director Philip Vitale
• Library | Parks and Recreation Grand Opening Update
• Report on Roberta Cerri Teglia Center Facility
• Motion to approve August 15, 2023 meeting minutes
• Report on Pickleball Programs and Pilot Court Location

Commission on Equity and Public Safety

The Commission on Equity and Public Safety will consider approving minutes from its August 21 meeting and discuss developing a presentation for the City Council. The presentation will incorporate data from Gardener Reports, police update data from July 27, 2023, and mental health clinician presentations from late 2022/early 2023.

• Approval of minutes from August 21, 2023 meeting
• Develop council presentation using Gardener Reports data
• Include police update data from July 27, 2023 council report
• Include mental health clinician presentations from late 2022/early 2023

Joint Special Meeting City Council and Successor Agency

The City Council and Successor Agency held a joint special meeting to discuss a closed‑session conference with real‑property negotiators. The discussion focused on negotiating price and terms for properties at 616 and 700 Linden Avenue (APNs 012174300 and 012145370) with the San Mateo Countywide Oversight Board. The meeting also included standard items such as roll call, agenda review, public comment procedures, and adjournment.

• Closed‑session conference to negotiate price and terms for 616 and 700 Linden Avenue properties
• Public comments limited to items on the special meeting agenda
• ADA accommodation request information provided by the City Clerk

City Council

The City Council will consider consent calendar items including a $104,000 traffic enforcement grant, a $10,000 contribution to a domestic violence campaign, and a resolution to move meeting time to 6:30 PM. Under administrative business, they will vote on a $55,000 increase to the holiday decorations contract. The meeting also includes a closed session to discuss negotiations for city property at 367 Marina Boulevard with Ensemble Investments, LLC.

• Closed session for price and terms negotiations on city property at 367 Marina Boulevard with Ensemble Investments, LLC
• Resolution accepting $104,000 from the state Office of Traffic Safety for the Selective Traffic Enforcement Program
• Resolution approving a one-time $10,000 contribution to Community Overcoming Relationship Abuse (CORA) for a pilot campaign
• Second amendment to Dekra-Lite holiday decorations contract, increasing by $55,000 to a total of $551,187.01
• Resolution setting regular council meeting time to 6:30 p.m.

Traffic Safety Commission

The Traffic Safety Commission will hold a regular meeting to conduct administrative business. The agenda includes a review of previous meeting minutes and items from staff regarding the TAC 2308 agenda.

• Approval of July 11, 2023, meeting minutes
• Approval of August 8, 2023, meeting minutes
• Review of TAC 2308 Meeting Agenda and Minutes

Parking Place Commission

The Parking Place Commission will approve previous meeting minutes and hear a monthly revenue report for the parking district. The agenda also includes the introduction of a new commissioner.

• Approval of August 8, 2023 meeting minutes
• Introduction of new Parking Place Commissioner Brandon Chan
• Monthly revenue report for Parking District for FY 2023-24

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to consider adopting the Lindenville Specific Plan, along with associated General Plan amendments, zoning code amendments, and an addendum to the 2040 General Plan Environmental Impact Report. The commission will vote on three resolutions recommending that the City Council adopt the plan, create new zoning districts (including a Height Incentive Overlay, Colma Creek Greenbelt Overlay, Arts and Makers Overlay, and Active Ground Floor Use Overlay), and amend the zoning map.

• Resolution 2a: Finding that the Lindenville Specific Plan and amendments are within the scope of the 2040 General Plan EIR and recommending approval of the addendum
• Resolution 2b: Recommending City Council adoption of the Lindenville Specific Plan and General Plan amendments
• Resolution 2c: Recommending introduction of an ordinance adding Chapters 20.150–20.210 to the zoning code and amending the zoning map
• Public hearing on the Lindenville Specific Plan, including new overlay districts and zoning text changes
• Consent calendar: approval of draft minutes from August 3, 2023 Planning Commission meeting

Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee

The South San Francisco Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee's regular meeting for September 6, 2023, was cancelled. The next scheduled regular meeting is set for October 4, 2023.

Youth Commission

The regularly scheduled Youth Commission meeting for September 4, 2023, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for October 2, 2023, at 6:30 PM in person.

• Meeting cancelled; no items considered.

Special City Council

This special City Council meeting is dedicated to interviewing applicants and considering appointments to the Cultural Arts Commission and the Library Board. Council may appoint one member to the Cultural Arts Commission for a partial term and two members to the Library Board for full terms. No other substantive items are on the agenda.

• Interview applicants for Cultural Arts Commission: John Kinchen, Alexia Huerta, Cesilia Baeza at 6:40 PM
• Interview applicants for Library Board: Janice Stone, Claire Ramsey (incumbent), Hector Camacho (incumbent) at 7:20 PM
• Interview applicants for multiple positions: Oscar Sanchez and Joanne Sun at 7:40 PM
• Council may appoint one applicant to Cultural Arts Commission for a partial term expiring June 13, 2024 or 2026
• Council may appoint two applicants to Library Board for a term expiring August 30, 2026

Special City Council

This special meeting is dedicated to interviewing candidates for the Youth Commission, Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee, Housing Authority Tenant Commission, and Parking Place Commission, followed by discussion and possible appointments. The council will consider appointing seven Youth Commission members (terms expiring August 29, 2025), one BPAC member (partial term to July 19, 2024), one Housing Authority Tenant Commission member (term expiring August 29, 2025), and one Parking Place Commission member (partial term to December 31, 2023).

• Interviews for seven Youth Commission applicants: Yair Leon, Julia Tsuei, Nikaella Mariano, Ally Tunque, Jiancarlo Ray, Vivek Narottam, Edward Tian
• Interview for one Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee applicant: Dylan Hingey
• Interview for one Housing Authority Tenant Commission applicant: Marwan Rashid
• Interviews for two Parking Place Commission applicants: Brandon Chan and Ruben Martin
• Council will discuss and potentially appoint members to all four bodies

Library Board

The South San Francisco Library Board will hold a regular meeting with reports from the Library Director, updates on communications and statistics, and a status update on library policy revisions. Action items include approval of June 27 meeting minutes and a discussion and motion to relocate the September and October board meetings to the Grand Avenue Library.

• Discussion on moving September and October Library Board meetings to Grand Avenue Library
• Review and approval of draft minutes from June 27, 2023
• Library Director’s Report
• Communications and Statistics
• Library Policy Updates Status

Commission on Equity and Public Safety

The commission will first vote to approve the July 17, 2023 meeting minutes. It will hear a presentation on the Recreation Division’s Full of Fun program from the Seniors Program Supervisor. Commissioners will discuss whether to provide the city council with an update on mental‑health crisis response models used in other jurisdictions. Additional items may be raised by board members before adjournment.

• Motion to approve minutes from the July 17, 2023 meeting
• Presentation on the Recreation Division’s Full of Fun program
• Discussion on a possible city‑council update about mental‑health crisis response models
• Items raised by board members, commissioners, and committee members
• Adjournment

Planning Commission

The regular Planning Commission meeting scheduled for August 17, 2023 has been cancelled. The next meeting is set for September 7, 2023.

NOTICE OF MEETING CANCELLATION

This is a notice of meeting cancellation. The South San Francisco City Council regular meeting scheduled for August 9, 2023 has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for August 23, 2023.

Traffic Safety Commission

This is a procedural meeting of the Traffic Safety Commission. The main action is reviewing the agenda and minutes from the TAC 2307 meeting. The consent calendar includes approval of minutes from June and July 2023 meetings. No substantive decisions or public hearings are on the agenda.

• Approval of meeting minutes for June 13, 2023 (revised) and July 11, 2023
• Review of TAC 2307 meeting agenda and minutes

Parking Place Commission

The Parking Place Commission will hold a regular meeting with mostly procedural items. The agenda includes approval of minutes from June 13, 2023, and a monthly update from staff on the FY 2022-23 Parking Meter Revenue Report. No other significant decisions or public hearings are listed.

• Approval of Parking Place Commission Meeting Minutes for June 13, 2023
• Monthly update: FY 2022-23 Parking Meter Revenue Report

Youth Commission

The South San Francisco Youth Commission is meeting to approve prior meeting minutes, receive a presentation from IGNITE (a nonprofit program), and discuss upcoming events and commission positions. The agenda includes public comment and staff reports.

• Approval of minutes from July 3, 2023 meeting
• IGNITE Presentation by Monica Medina, West Coast Program Manager
• Discussion of future events and youth commission positions

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hear a staff report on the release of the Draft Lindenville Specific Plan, which outlines future land-use and development guidelines for the Lindenville area. The commission also considers approving draft minutes from the July 6, 2023 meeting. No public hearings for individual development projects are scheduled. The meeting allows public comment on non-agenda items.

• Staff report on release of the Draft Lindenville Specific Plan
• Approval of July 6, 2023 Planning Commission minutes
• Public comment period for items not on the agenda

Measure W Citizens' Oversight Committee

The Measure W Citizens' Oversight Committee will hear a presentation on the Ralph M. Brown Act, review Measure W financials, and consider moving to quarterly meetings. The committee will also approve prior meeting minutes and take public comment.

• Presentation and discussion on Measure W Financials (Karen Chang, Director of Finance)
• Presentation on the Ralph M. Brown Act (Kimia Mahallati, Assistant City Attorney)
• Consideration of moving to quarterly meeting schedule
• Approval of June 7, 2023 meeting minutes

Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee

The Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee will receive a police report on vehicle-versus-pedestrian and bicyclist collision statistics for the first two quarters of 2023, and an update on the Complete Streets Leadership Academy. The consent calendar includes approval of July 5 meeting minutes.

• Approval of July 5, 2023 meeting minutes (consent calendar)
• Police report with Q1 and Q2 2023 vehicle-versus-pedestrian and bicyclist collision statistics (presented by Traffic Commander Lt. Tony Pinell)
• Update on the Complete Streets Leadership Academy from Senior Transportation Planner Chris Espiritu
• Public comment period for items not on the agenda

Joint Special Meeting City Council and Successor Agency

The City Council and Successor Agency are holding a joint special meeting with a closed session to discuss existing litigation with San Mateo County Community College District and to negotiate price and terms for properties at 616 and 700 Linden Avenue. No other action items are on the agenda.

• Closed session: Conference with legal counsel on San Mateo County Community College District v. Successor Agency (Judicate West Case No. A296491)
• Closed session: Real property negotiations for 616 and 700 Linden Avenue (APNs 012174300 and 012145370) with San Mateo Countywide Oversight Board regarding price and terms

City Council

The City Council will hear a report on releasing the Draft Lindenville Specific Plan, a major land-use planning document. The consent calendar includes approving minutes, fee schedule corrections, accepting two public art sculptures, a $120,386 state library grant for ESL programs, and setting 15 mph school zone speed limits. Administrative business also includes accepting a $53.7 million Water Quality Control Plant project and a joint use agreement with the school district.

• Release of Draft Lindenville Specific Plan (Planning document for future development)
• Acceptance of $53,730,227 Water Quality Control Plant Wet Weather and Digester Improvements Project
• Acceptance of $120,386 California State Library grant for Gene Mullin Community Learning Center ESL program
• Resolution setting 15 mph speed limit at remaining qualified K-12 schools
• Joint Use Agreement between City and South San Francisco Unified School District for shared facilities

Library Board

The South San Francisco Library Board of Trustees meeting scheduled for July 25, 2023, has been cancelled because a quorum could not be reached. The next regular meeting will be held on August 22, 2023, at 5:00 PM at the Grand Avenue Library Meeting Room.

Library Board

The Library Board will discuss and vote on relocating its August and September 2023 meetings to the Grand Avenue Library. Staff will also present updates on the Library Director's report, communications and statistics, the Library-Parks & Recreation Center project, policy revisions, and the strategic plan. The board will also consider approving minutes from the June 27 meeting.

• Discussion and motion to move August and September Library Board meetings to Grand Avenue Library
• Policy Revision Update from staff
• Library-Parks & Recreation Center Update
• Library-Parks & Recreation Strategic Plan Update
• Approval of draft minutes from June 27, 2023 meeting

Zoning Administrator

The Zoning Administrator will hold a public hearing to consider a Minor Use Permit for an automobile/vehicle washing use at 435 S. Airport Boulevard in the Community Commercial Zoning District. Staff recommend finding the project categorically exempt from CEQA under Class 3, Section 15303.

• Minor Use Permit for automobile/vehicle washing at 435 S. Airport Boulevard
• Project determined exempt from CEQA per Class 3, Section 15303

Planning Commission

The regular meeting of the Planning Commission scheduled for July 20, 2023, was cancelled. The next meeting is scheduled for August 3, 2023.

Special City Council

This special meeting consists entirely of closed session discussions. The council will confer with labor negotiators regarding Teamsters Local 856, and with real property negotiators on price and terms for multiple properties including 101 Arroyo Drive, parcels on Forbes Boulevard, and others. A potential litigation case is also discussed. No public decisions are made in open session.

• Closed session conference with labor negotiators for Teamsters Local 856
• Real property negotiations: 101 Arroyo Drive (APN 010402090) with Gary Royce et al.
• Real property negotiations: site on Forbes Boulevard (portions of APNs 015050720, etc.) with LS Forbes LLC
• Real property negotiations: 616 & 700 Linden Avenue (APNs 012174300, etc.) with San Mateo Countywide Oversight Board
• Closed session on one potential case of anticipated litigation

Commission on Equity and Public Safety

The Commission on Equity and Public Safety will hear a presentation on the Lindenville Specific Plan and General Plan, review and finalize its bylaws, and examine mental health crisis response models to identify priorities for a future City Council presentation. The meeting also includes approval of minutes from June 20, 2023, and public comment.

• Approval of minutes from June 20, 2023 meeting
• Presentation from Planning on Lindenville Specific Plan / General Plan
• Review and finalize Bylaws
• Review of mental health crisis response models and identify priorities for future Council presentation

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing to consider a design review permit and community benefits proposal for a new office/R&D development at 800 Dubuque Avenue, along with environmental review. The consent calendar includes approval of the fiscal year 2023-2024 wage schedule, acceptance of grants totaling $29,125, and a resolution to purchase a rescue/fire boat for $389,949.33. The council will also vote on opposing ballot initiative 1935 and on joining the San Francisco Peninsula Tourism Marketing District. A closed session is scheduled for negotiations on multiple vacant parcels and properties subject to county tax sale.

• Public hearing on Office/R&D development at 800 Dubuque Avenue
• Resolution to purchase a 32-foot North River rescue/fire boat for $389,949.33 from NW Bend Boats
• Resolution opposing ballot initiative 1935 (Taxpayer Protection and Government Accountability Act)
• Acceptance of $25,000 Kaiser Permanente Community Health Grant and $4,125 San Mateo County Arts Grant
• Closed session on property negotiations for parcels on Westborough Blvd., Sylvester Rd., and others

Parking Place Commission

The regular meeting of the South San Francisco Parking Place Commission scheduled for July 11, 2023 at 5:00 p.m. was cancelled. No agenda items were considered. The commission will meet next on August 8, 2023 at 5:00 p.m. at the Public Works Corporation Yard.

Traffic Safety Commission

The Traffic Safety Commission will consider approving meeting minutes, receive monthly updates from the Traffic Advisory Committee, and discuss East of 101 shuttle services. A future presentation on new parking garage design is also scheduled for discussion. All items are for discussion or information only, with no final decisions expected.

• Approval of June 13, 2023 meeting minutes
• Monthly updates including Traffic Advisory Committee agenda and actions review
• Discussion of East of 101 shuttle service options and Free Oyster Pt Shuttle schedule
• Future presentation on new parking garage design by ECD Planning Division

Parking Place Commission

The South San Francisco Parking Place Commission will consider a consent calendar item approving minutes from June 13, 2023, and receive monthly updates including a parking meter revenue report for FY 2022-23. A discussion item from the ECD Planning Division addresses the process for outdoor dining removal or retention. No binding decisions are anticipated on the outdoor dining topic at this meeting.

• Consent calendar: Approval of June 13, 2023 meeting minutes
• Monthly updates: FY 2022-23 Parking Meter Revenue Report
• Discussion: Outdoor dining removal or retention process from ECD Planning Division

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider consent calendar items including approval of June 15 meeting minutes and a Master Sign Program and Design Review for a previously approved office/R&D project at 580 Dubuque Avenue. Under administrative business, staff will present a report on the release of the Draft Lindenville Specific Plan, a major planning document for the city. The meeting includes opportunities for public comment in person, by Zoom, or by phone.

• Consent calendar: Master Sign Program and Design Review for a previously approved office/R&D project at 580 Dubuque Avenue in the East of 101 Transit Core Zoning District, with a CEQA categorical exemption
• Administrative business: Report on the release of the Draft Lindenville Specific Plan (presented by Principal Planner Billy Gross)
• Draft minutes from the June 15, 2023 Planning Commission meeting for approval
• Public comment limited to 3 minutes per speaker; written comments accepted via email [email protected]
• Appeal period of 15 calendar days with a $1,848 fee for actions taken by the Commission

Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee

The Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee will approve the minutes from its June 7, 2023 meeting. The committee will receive updates on the Every Kid Deserves a Bike program, the EKDAB program, and the Complete Streets Leadership Academy. No other decisions are listed on the agenda.

• Approval of the Regular Meeting Minutes for June 7, 2023
• Every Kid Deserves a Bike Program – BPAC update
• EKDAB – BPAC update
• Complete Streets Leadership Academy – update from Chris Espiritu

Youth Commission

The Youth Commission will hear a report from the Principal Planner on the Draft Lindenville Specific Plan and a presentation on the Every Kid Deserves a Bike program. The board will also approve minutes from June 15, 2023, and debrief on Boards and Commissions. Public comment is invited.

• Report on Draft Lindenville Specific Plan by Principal Planner Billy Gross
• Presentation on Every Kid Deserves a Bike program by ClimateCorps Fellow Tianny Zapata
• Approval of minutes from June 15, 2023
• Debrief on Boards and Commissions

City Council

The City Council will vote on a resolution confirming solid waste collection rate changes by South San Francisco Scavenger Company effective July 1, 2023. They will also receive an update on the Sign Hill Master Plan and consider several consent calendar items, including budget amendments, contracts for landscape maintenance and chemical purchases, and acceptance of donations for a volunteer gala. Approval of the FY 2023-2024 wage and salary schedule is also on the agenda.

• Resolution confirming solid waste collection rate change by South San Francisco Scavenger Company (item 19)
• Update on ongoing Sign Hill Master Plan (item 18)
• Approval of $876,363.51 for Westborough Park Pathways Project (item 7)
• Approval of $240,730.99 for play structure equipment at Centennial Trail Improvements (item 11)
• Acceptance of $31,000 in donations from AbbVie, Scavenger’s Company, Amgen, Genentech, and Rotary Club for Volunteer Gala (item 13)

Commission on Equity and Public Safety

The Commission on Equity and Public Safety will hold a special meeting to review mental health crisis response models and identify priorities for a future City Council presentation. They will also consider approving minutes from previous meetings and reviewing and approving their bylaws, including vision and theory of change.

• Review of mental health crisis response models and identification of priorities for Council presentation
• Review and approval of bylaws (vision, theory of change, guiding language)
• Approval of minutes from April 17, 2023 meeting
• Approval of minutes from May 27, 2023 retreat
• Reading of Land Acknowledgement

Commission on Equity and Public Safety

This special meeting of the Commission on Equity and Public Safety includes approval of past meeting minutes, review of a presentation to the City Council, and discussion and potential approval of the commission's bylaws, including its vision, theory of change, and guiding language.

• Approval of minutes from April 17, 2023 meeting
• Approval of minutes from May 27, 2023 retreat
• Presentation to Council review (including slides)
• Review and approval of bylaws (vision, theory of change, guiding language)
• Reading of the Land Acknowledgement

Special City Council

The South San Francisco City Council will hear a report on the FY 2023-24 operating budget presented by Director of Finance Karen Chang, and a report on the proposed FY 2023-24 Capital Improvement Program presented by Director of Public Works/City Engineer Eunejune Kim and Principal Engineer Matthew Ruble. The agenda also includes information on how to request ADA‑compliant meeting materials and how to submit written public comments before the meeting.

• Report on City Operating Budget FY 2023-24 (Karen Chang, Director of Finance)
• Report on proposed Capital Improvement Program FY 2023-24 (Eunejune Kim, Director of Public Works/City Engineer; Matthew Ruble, Principal Engineer)
• ADA accommodation request process – contact City Clerk Rosa Govea Acosta at 400 Grand Avenue or email [email protected]
• Instructions for submitting written public comments via the eComment portal by 4:00 p.m. on the meeting date
• Standard administrative business (roll call, agenda review, adjournment)

Youth Commission

This special meeting includes a presentation from Planned Parenthood Mar Monte, a discussion of a Youth Commission bonding event, and a debrief on Boards and Commissions. The commission will also consider approving the minutes from the May 1, 2023 meeting.

• Presentation from Planned Parenthood Mar Monte
• Discuss Youth Commission Bonding Event
• Debrief on Boards and Commissions
• Approval of minutes from May 1, 2023 meeting

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on a proposed Office/R&D development at 800 Dubuque Avenue, including a Design Review Permit, Transportation Demand Management Plan, and Community Benefits Program. The commission will also consider an Initial Study/Mitigated Negative Declaration under CEQA for the project. Additionally, the consent calendar includes approval of May 18 meeting minutes and a resolution finding the FY 2023-24 Capital Improvement Program consistent with the General Plan.

• Public hearing: Design Review Permit, TDM Plan, and Community Benefits Program for 800 Dubuque Avenue Office/R&D development
• Consideration of Initial Study/Mitigated Negative Declaration (ND22-0004) for 800 Dubuque Avenue
• Resolution finding FY 2023-24 Capital Improvement Program consistent with South San Francisco General Plan
• Approval of draft minutes from May 18, 2023 Planning Commission meeting

City Council

The South San Francisco City Council will hold public hearings to consider adopting new sewer service rates and stormwater management charges for fiscal year 2023-24, including a low-income sewer rebate. The council will also vote on a $231,980 moving services contract for the Civic Campus Phase 2 project, a $830,000 state grant for parkland acquisition on Linden Avenue, and the expiration of an urgency ordinance capping third-party delivery commissions.

• Public hearing on sewer service rates and stormwater charges for FY2023-24, with low-income rebate continuation
• Service agreement with Nor-Cal Moving Services for moving library and parks equipment, not to exceed $231,980.16
• Acceptance of $830,000 Land and Water Conservation Fund grant for acquisition of 616 and 700 Linden Avenue for parkland
• Expiration of urgency ordinance temporarily capping commissions charged by third-party delivery platforms
• Resolution adopting user fees for new city facilities and amending Master Fee Schedule for FY2023-24

Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee

The Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee will discuss the Lindenville Specific Plan and receive an update on the Complete Streets Leadership Academy. The consent calendar includes approval of the May 3, 2023 meeting minutes. No binding votes or public hearings are scheduled.

• Report on the Lindenville Specific Plan (discussion only, no action)
• Update on the Complete Streets Leadership Academy
• Approval of May 3, 2023 meeting minutes

Measure W Citizens' Oversight Committee

The Measure W Citizens' Oversight Committee will receive a presentation on the financial update and FY 2022-23 audit calendar, discuss roles and responsibilities of the committee, and consider switching to quarterly regular meetings. The meeting includes approval of prior minutes and public comment.

• Presentation and discussion on Measure W Financial Update and FY 2022-23 Audit Calendar
• Consider and move to approve meeting schedule change to quarterly regular meetings
• Presentation on Roles and Responsibilities of the committee by Assistant City Attorney
• Motion to approve minutes from January 23, 2023 and April 5, 2023 meetings

Youth Commission

The Youth Commission will consider approving minutes from May 1, 2023, and receive a presentation from Planned Parenthood Mar Monte. They will also discuss a Youth Commission bonding event and debrief on Boards and Commissions activities.

• Approval of minutes from May 1, 2023 meeting
• Presentation from Planned Parenthood Mar Monte
• Discussion on Youth Commission Bonding Event
• Debrief on Boards and Commissions

Planning Commission

The June 1, 2023 regular meeting of the South San Francisco Planning Commission has been cancelled. No items were discussed or decided. The next scheduled meeting is June 15, 2023.

• Meeting cancelled; no business conducted

Budget Standing Committee of the City Council

This special meeting of the Budget Standing Committee will receive reports on the proposed Capital Improvement Program and operating budget for fiscal year 2023-24, and proposed changes to user fees for the Library, Parks and Recreation Community Civic Campus, and Orange Memorial Park Sports Complex. The committee will also consider approving the minutes from May 3, 2023.

• Approval of minutes from May 3, 2023
• Report on proposed Capital Improvement Program for FY 2023-24
• Report on City of South San Francisco Operating Budget for FY 2023-24
• Report on proposed user fees for Library, Parks and Recreation Community Civic Campus and Orange Memorial Park Sports Complex, and amending Master Fee Schedule for FY 2023-2024

Commission on Equity and Public Safety

The Commission on Equity and Public Safety will hold a special meeting to discuss and potentially approve its bylaws, including vision and guiding language, and finalize a community complaint form. Members will also engage in an equity refresher activity and discuss a community engagement strategy for the coming year. Public comment is limited to three minutes per speaker.

• Review and approval of bylaws (including vision, theory of change, and guiding language)
• Finalize complaint form
• Discussion of community engagement strategy for the next year
• Equity refresher presentation and activity
• Reading of the land acknowledgment and icebreaker activity

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing on adopting a new Master Fee Schedule for Fiscal Year 2023-24 based on a comprehensive citywide fee study. The agenda also includes consent items and administrative business, such as approving contracts for library materials, a consulting agreement for the Orange Memorial Park Sports Field project, and several large public safety vehicle purchases. Items up for discussion include a $2.7 million Storm Drain Master Plan contract, purchase of two fire engines for $2.6 million, and two advanced life support ambulances for $910,573.51, plus a write-off of $675,213.62 in uncollectible ambulance billing accounts.

• Public hearing and adoption of FY 2023-24 Master Fee Schedule
• Resolution authorizing $2,702,339 storm drain master plan contract with Lotus Water of San Francisco
• Purchase of two type one fire engines from Pierce Manufacturing for $2,481,923.16 plus equipment
• Purchase of two advanced life support ambulances from Braun Northwest for $800,573.51 plus equipment
• Write-off of $675,213.62 in uncollectible ambulance billing accounts

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission is holding public hearings on two items: a Use Permit for an indoor soccer facility at 152 Utah Avenue, and a major project at 120 East Grand Avenue involving two office/R&D buildings, an amenity building, and a parking structure. The Commission will consider approvals for Design Review, Vesting Tentative Map, and a Transportation Demand Management Plan, along with environmental findings under CEQA.

• Use Permit for indoor soccer facility at 152 Utah Avenue
• Design Review and Vesting Tentative Map for two office/R&D buildings at 120 East Grand Avenue
• CEQA Addendum to Downtown Station Area Specific Plan EIR for 120 East Grand project
• Transportation Demand Management Plan for the project
• Consent calendar: approval of April 20, 2023 meeting minutes

City Council

The City Council holds a public hearing to consider adopting the 2023-2027 Five-Year Consolidated Plan and 2023-2024 Annual Action Plan for Community Development Block Grant funds. Items include approving $101,050 from the Housing Trust Fund for homeless prevention programs and accepting grants from the Friends of the Library ($14,255) and Woodlawn Foundation ($25,000). The Council also will consider a $1 million grant for an Economic Advancement Center and several street improvement projects, including $3.128 million for School Street/Spruce Avenue safety improvements.

• Public hearing on 2023-2027 Five-Year Consolidated Plan and $101,050 from Housing Trust Fund for homeless prevention
• Resolution accepting $3,128,000 MTC grant for School Street/Spruce Avenue and Hillside Boulevard Safety and Access Improvements Project
• Resolution accepting $450,000 grant from San Mateo County Transportation Authority for Junipero Serra Boulevard and Westborough Boulevard pedestrian and bike connectivity study
• Resolution approving $1 million grant from California AB 179 for Economic Advancement Center
• Motion to accept $4,154,104.56 Water Quality Control Plant Secondary Clarifiers No. 1 and No. 2 Rehabilitation Project as complete

Joint Special Meeting of the Parking Place Commission and Traffic Safety Commission

This joint special meeting of the Parking Place Commission and Traffic Safety Commission is largely procedural, including approval of previous meeting minutes, a Brown Act training session for commissioners, and discussion of an administration transition. No major policy decisions or public hearings are scheduled.

• Brown Act training for commissioners conducted by Assistant City Attorney Claire Lai
• Approval of Parking Place Commission minutes from February 14, 2023
• Approval of Traffic Safety Commission minutes from March 14, 2023
• Discussion of PPC/TSC administration transition by Deputy Director Dave Bockhaus

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission's regular meeting scheduled for May 4, 2023, at 7:00 p.m. has been cancelled. No planning decisions, public hearings, or agenda items were processed. The next meeting is scheduled for May 18, 2023, via a hybrid in-person and virtual format.

• Meeting status: Cancelled
• Next meeting date: May 18, 2023 at 7:00 p.m.
• Meeting format: Hybrid in-person/virtual

Budget Standing Committee of the City Council

The Budget Standing Committee will review a report regarding the Comprehensive Citywide Fee Study. This includes proposed changes to the Master Fee Schedule for Fiscal Year 2023-2024.

• Approval of February 15, 2023 meeting minutes
• Report on Comprehensive Citywide Fee Study and proposed Master Fee Schedule changes for FY 2023-2024

Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee

The Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee will hear a presentation on the 2023 Every Kid Deserves a Bike program and receive Brown Act training. They will also discuss a Complete Streets Leadership Academy update and consider approval of the April 5, 2023 meeting minutes.

• 2023 Every Kid Deserves a Bike (EKDAB) program presentation
• Brown Act training for committee members
• Complete Streets Leadership Academy update
• Approval of Regular Meeting Minutes for April 5, 2023

Youth Commission

The Youth Commission will meet to review previous minutes and hear several staff presentations. Discussion items include commercial reach codes, the Sister to Sister SMC 2023 evaluation, and debriefs on various city programs.

• Presentation on Commercial Reach Codes by Christina Fernandez
• Presentation on Sister to Sister SMC 2023 Recap and Evaluation
• Debrief on Boards and Commissions
• Debrief on Youth in Government Day

Mock City Council

The Mock City Council will hold a special meeting with presentations on the SSF Farmers' Market, Flock Safety ALPR cameras, and the Fire Department. Under the consent calendar, the Council will vote on a resolution to apply for a $4 million Clean California Grant for a new park in the Sunshine Gardens neighborhood. Additionally, the Council will consider a $263,277 professional services agreement with Infrastructure Group, Inc. for a downtown tunnel and basement survey.

• Resolution to apply for $4 million Clean California Grant for a new park in Sunshine Gardens neighborhood
• Professional Services Agreement with Infrastructure Group, Inc. for downtown tunnel and basement survey, mapping, and condition assessment up to $263,277
• Presentation on Flock Safety/ALPR cameras by Police Chief Carl Coon
• Presentation on SSF Farmers' Market activities by City Manager Angelina Tam
• Presentation on South San Francisco Fire Department by Joustyn Gonzalez

City Council

The City Council will consider consent calendar items including donations, grants, and budget amendments. Administrative business includes a $15,000 grant for Complete Streets, a $1.35 million consulting agreement for two projects, and a $9 million budget amendment for Fire Station #63 as part of the Community Civic Campus Phase 3. The council will also hold a closed session to negotiate property at Grand Avenue.

• Budget amendment appropriating $9,000,000 for Community Civic Campus Phase 3: Fire Station #63
• Consulting Services Agreement with Kitchell CEM for 840 West Orange Ave and Westborough Preschool projects, up to $1,353,609
• Budget amendment appropriating $50,000 from Affordable Housing Trust Fund for relocation payments to displaced tenants
• Purchase and sale agreement with San Francisco for property on Mission Road and Antoinette Lane for Community Civic Campus
• Acceptance of $15,000 grant from Smart Growth America for Complete Streets Leadership Academies program

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold public hearings on two major development proposals. The first is a 262-unit residential project at 1477 Huntington Avenue requiring a minor use permit, design review, density bonus, and CEQA determinations. The second is a 9-story office/R&D building at 101 Gull Drive with design review and transportation demand management plan. The commission will also discuss changing its meeting start time from 7:00 PM to 6:00 PM.

• Public hearing for 262-unit residential development at 1477 Huntington Ave with density bonus and below-market-rate units
• Public hearing for 9-story office/R&D building at 101 Gull Drive with attached parking garage
• Consideration of CEQA addendum and categorical exemption for 1477 Huntington project
• Resolution approving design review and TDM plan for 101 Gull Drive
• Discussion of changing Planning Commission meeting start time from 7:00 PM to 6:00 PM

Special City Council

The South San Francisco City Council will hold a special meeting to continue a study session on proposed amendments to the City Council Handbook. The agenda lists only administrative business and public comment procedures. The document does not specify how the proposed handbook changes affect residents or outline a timeline for adoption.

• Continued study session on proposed amendments to the City Council Handbook

Commission on Equity and Public Safety

The Commission on Equity and Public Safety will consider approving minutes from its March 20 meeting and collect commissioner feedback on mental health crisis response models. No other substantive decisions are scheduled.

• Approval of minutes from March 20, 2023, meeting
• Collection of commissioner feedback on mental health crisis response models

City Council

The City Council will vote on awarding a $3,257,557 construction contract to McGuire and Hester for the Grand Boulevard Initiative Phase III project. Other administrative business includes naming the third-floor adult library wing after former Congresswoman Jackie Speier, approving a sponsorship agreement for the South San Francisco Farmers' Market at Orange Memorial Park, and amending the City Clerk's employment agreement. The consent calendar includes accepting flood emergency repairs at the Roberta Cerri Teglia Center costing up to $83,708 and accepting a $2,500 NASA STEM grant for the Grand Library Makerspace. The council will also hold a closed session on opioid litigation.

• Resolution awarding $3,257,557 construction contract to McGuire and Hester for Grand Boulevard Initiative Phase III (Project st1807)
• Resolution naming the Third Floor Adult Library in the New Library | Parks and Recreation Center as the Jackie Speier Library Wing
• Resolution approving a sponsorship agreement with West Coast Farmers’ Market Association for reopen of South San Francisco Farmers' Market at Orange Memorial Park
• Resolution authorizing emergency repairs up to $83,708 to ServePro for February 2023 flooding at Roberta Cerri Teglia Center
• Resolution authorizing support letter for Assembly Bill 311 'Food for All' expanding California Food Assistance Program

Traffic Safety Commission

The regularly scheduled meeting of the South San Francisco Traffic Safety Commission for April 11, 2023, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for May 9, 2023, at 5:30 PM in the Annex Conference Room.

Parking Place Commission

The South San Francisco Parking Place Commission regular meeting scheduled for April 11, 2023 was cancelled. The commission will meet next on May 9, 2023 at 5:00 pm in the Annex Conference Room, 315 Maple Ave, South San Francisco.

Planning Commission

The Commission holds public hearings on three items: a use permit for indoor entertainment at 359 Grand Avenue, a use permit for a limousine service at 1098 San Mateo Avenue, and a consent calendar including approval of prior minutes and an amendment to the Master Sign Program for 600-650 Gateway Boulevard. The meeting also includes public comment and administrative business.

• Public hearing: Use Permit for indoor entertainment at 359 Grand Avenue in Grand Avenue Core Zoning District
• Public hearing: Use Permit for light fleet-based services (limousine) at 1098 San Mateo Avenue in Mixed Industrial High Zoning District
• Consent: Amendment to Master Sign Program and Design Review for signage at 600-650 Gateway Boulevard
• Consent: Approval of draft minutes from March 16, 2023 Planning Commission meeting
• Appeal notice: Filing an appeal costs $1,725 ($862 for adjacent property owners), with 15 calendar days to appeal

Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee

The Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee will hold a regular meeting to consider a letter of support for various grants, as well as a committee reorganization. They will also approve the minutes from the February 1, 2023 meeting.

• Approval of Regular Meeting Minutes for February 1, 2023
• Bicycle & Pedestrian Advisory Committee Reorganization
• BPAC Letter of Support for Various Grants

Special City Council

This special meeting is for interviewing and appointing applicants to the Planning Commission for two vacant terms. The council will interview John Baker and hear introductions from Tony Alejandre and Lyman Chao before considering appointments from 14 applicants for terms expiring in 2027 and 2026.

• Interview of John Baker for Planning Commission at 5:10 p.m.
• In-person introductions for Tony Alejandre and Lyman Chao at 5:20 and 5:30 p.m.
• Appointment to a term expiring March 28, 2027
• Appointment to a term expiring December 31, 2026
• Fourteen applicants include Montiano, Ibrahim, Alejandre, Chao, Amuzie, Chan, Alonzo, Vish, Mercado, Pamukcu, Duong, Moreno, Rush, Baker

Special City Council

The South San Francisco City Council will hold a study session to discuss proposed amendments to the City Council Handbook. No formal decisions will be made at this special meeting. Public comments are limited to items on the agenda.

• Study session on proposed amendments to the City Council Handbook (discussion only, no vote)

Youth Commission

The Youth Commission will receive presentations from Friends of Youth, the Youth Poet in Residence program, and the South San Francisco Promotores Program. They will also debrief on Boards and Commissions and discuss Youth in Government. No binding votes or financial decisions are scheduled.

• Presentation from Friends of Youth
• Update on Youth Poet in Residence Program by Librarian II Youth Services
• Presentation on South San Francisco Promotores Program by Management Analyst II
• Debrief on Boards and Commissions
• Youth in Government Discussion

Special City Council

This special meeting is solely for interviewing applicants and making appointments to the Planning Commission. The council will interview nine candidates in 10-minute slots starting at 5:10 p.m., then consider appointing one member to a term ending March 28, 2027, and another to a term ending December 31, 2026. All listed applicants are eligible for both positions.

• Interviews scheduled for Don Amuzie, Brandon Chan, Cherie Alonzo, Albert Vish, Luis Mercado, Aysha Pamukcu, Karen Duong, Carlos Moreno Jr., and Mark "Steven" Rush.
• Appointment of one Planning Commissioner to a term expiring March 28, 2027.
• Appointment of one Planning Commissioner to a term expiring December 31, 2026.
• Thirteen applicants total: Montiano, Ibrahim, Alejandre, Chao, Amuzie, Chan, Alonzo, Vish, Mercado, Pamukcu, Duong, Moreno, Rush.

Special City Council

This special meeting is largely devoted to closed session discussions on existing and anticipated litigation, as well as labor negotiations. No open session action items are listed beyond procedural items and public comments.

• Closed session on existing litigation: Kelly, Graham vs. City (workers' compensation)
• Closed session on anticipated litigation (significant exposure)
• Closed session on existing litigation: Whitaker, Jeffery vs. City (workers' compensation)
• Closed session conference with labor negotiators for unrepresented employee: City Clerk

City Council

The City Council will consider several major policy items: an ordinance adopting a reach code requiring all-electric new nonresidential construction and enhanced EV charging infrastructure; a resolution to apply for the state's Prohousing Designation Program; and a resolution supporting Bridge Housing Corporation's Affordable Housing Sustainable Communities grant application, including a $250,000 budget amendment for an EV sweeper. The Council will also vote on a contract amendment adding $88,344.90 for the Smart Corridors expansion project and a resolution continuing the local emergency for storm and flooding events. Routine consent items include housing element annual reports, a parcel map for 180 El Camino Real, and acceptance of donations and grants.

• Ordinance adopting a reach code for all-electric nonresidential new construction and enhanced EV charging infrastructure
• Resolution authorizing application to the California Prohousing Designation Program
• Resolution supporting Bridge Housing Corporation's AHSC grant application and appropriating $250,000 to acquire an EV sub-compact sweeper
• Third amendment to consulting agreement with Kimley-Horn and Associates for Smart Corridors expansion, adding $88,344.90 for a total not to exceed $448,064.90
• Resolution continuing to declare and ratify a local emergency relating to major storm and flooding events

Commission on Equity and Public Safety

The South San Francisco Commission on Equity and Public Safety will consider several agenda items at its regular meeting on March 20, 2023. Commissioners will vote to approve the minutes from the February 21, 2023 meeting. The commission will hear a presentation on the Crisis Assistance Response and Evaluation Services (CARES) program and discuss the information presented. A separate presentation on mental‑health crisis service comparisons will also be discussed.

• Approval of minutes from the February 21, 2023 meeting
• Presentation on CARES – Crisis Assistance Response and Evaluation Services by Jeffrey Essex
• Discussion of the CARES presentation
• Presentation on mental‑health crisis service comparison by Chair Krystle Cansino
• Items from Commission and Staff

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on a proposed 7-story, 543-unit residential development at 7 South Linden Avenue. Two resolutions will be considered: one to confirm the project's environmental consistency with the 2040 General Plan EIR, and another to approve design review and a transportation demand management plan. The commission will also review the 2022 Housing Element Annual Progress Report and receive an informational update on a proposed all-electric reach code ordinance for new nonresidential construction and EV charging infrastructure.

• Public hearing for a 543-unit housing development at 7 South Linden Avenue (7 stories, 85 feet tall)
• Resolution to approve design review and Transportation Demand Management plan for the project
• Review of the 2022 Housing Element and General Plan Annual Progress Report
• Master sign program and design review for life science buildings at 480/490 Forbes Boulevard (consent calendar)
• Informational update on proposed all-electric reach code for nonresidential construction and EV charging infrastructure

Community Development Block Grant Standing Committee of the City Council

The Community Development Block Grant Standing Committee will hold a study session on the Fiscal Year 2023-2027 Consolidated Plan and the budget allocation for the 2023-2024 Annual Action Plan. The committee also will vote on approving minutes from the February 23, 2023 meeting.

• Approval of minutes from February 23, 2023 meeting
• Study session on CDBG FY2023-2027 Consolidated Plan and FY2023-2024 Annual Action Plan budget allocation

Parking Place Commission

The March 14, 2023 regular meeting of the Parking Place Commission has been canceled. The next scheduled meeting is April 11, 2023.

• Meeting canceled—no items were considered or discussed.

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing on the 2023-2027 Five-Year Consolidated Plan and 2023-2024 Annual Action Plan for housing, community, and economic development needs. The Council will also consider approving a $2.1 million furniture purchase for the Civic Campus Phase 2, modifying a $4.05 million loan for 36 affordable housing units at 428-432 Baden, accepting grant funds, and approving a city manager employment agreement.

• Public hearing on the 2023-2027 Five-Year Consolidated Plan and 2023-2024 Annual Action Plan for housing and community development (Item 11)
• Resolution approving Amendment One to purchase furniture and equipment for Library, Parks, Recreation, Community Theater/Council Chamber Project in an amount not to exceed $2,103,470.88 (Item 6a)
• First amendment to loan agreement with Baden Station Investors, LLC for $4,050,000 to develop 36 affordable housing units at 428-432 Baden (Item 13a)
• Resolution approving employment agreement for City Manager Sharon Ranals and amending salary schedule (Item 14a)
• Resolution authorizing acceptance of $53,358.28 in state grant for Police Officer Wellness and Mental Health (Item 10a)

Youth Commission

The Youth Commission will consider a vote to change its regular meetings from monthly to bi-monthly. It will also receive a presentation on SB 1383, which addresses short-lived climate pollutants, and discuss planning for Youth in Government Day. The commission will debrief on recent Boards and Commissions meetings and review minutes from February 6, 2023.

• Vote to change meeting frequency from monthly to bi-monthly
• Presentation on SB 1383 regarding short-lived climate pollutants by Kamille Lang and Marissa Garren
• Debrief on Boards and Commissions meetings
• Discussion for Youth in Government Day
• Approval of minutes from February 6, 2023 meeting

Planning Commission

The regular meeting of the South San Francisco Planning Commission scheduled for March 2, 2023, has been cancelled. The next meeting will be held on March 16, 2023.

Zoning Administrator

The Zoning Administrator will hold a public hearing to consider a Minor Use Permit for an Adult Day Care Center at 120 W. Harris Avenue in the T6 Urban Core Zoning District. The project is determined to be categorically exempt from CEQA under Class 1, Section 15301. Attachments include draft findings, conditions of approval, business operation plan, and site plans.

• Public hearing on Minor Use Permit for Adult Day Care Center at 120 W. Harris Avenue
• Project determined categorically exempt from CEQA (Class 1, Section 15301)
• Attachments: Draft Findings, Conditions of Approval, Business Operation Plan, Site Plans

Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee

The March 1, 2023 regular meeting of the South San Francisco Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee has been canceled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for April 5, 2023, at 6:00 PM in person.

• March 1 meeting canceled
• Next meeting: April 5, 2023 at 6:00 PM in person

Community Development Block Grant Standing Committee of the City Council

The Community Development Block Grant Standing Committee will hold a study session to review CDBG renewal applications and discuss the program year 2023-24 budget allocation. They will also consider approving the minutes from the March 14, 2022 meeting.

• Motion to approve minutes from March 14, 2022 meeting
• Study session on CDBG renewal applications
• Review of program year 2023-24 budget allocation

City Council

The City Council will consider terminating the local emergency related to COVID-19 effective February 28, 2023. Other major actions include adopting master plans for the Centennial Way Trail and Orange Memorial Park, and receiving a report on the Lindenville Specific Plan Preferred Land Use Alternative. Consent items cover acceptance of Measure K grants for summer library and learning programs, and approval of a final map for the Southline project.

• Resolution terminating the COVID-19 local emergency effective Feb 28, 2023
• Adoption of Centennial Way Trail Master Plan and Orange Memorial Park Master Plan
• Report on Lindenville Specific Plan Preferred Land Use Alternative
• Fiscal Year 2022-23 mid-year budget update and proposed appropriations
• Expiration of urgency ordinance capping restaurant delivery platform commissions

Commission on Equity and Public Safety

The Commission on Equity and Public Safety will hear two presentations: one on Berkeley's Mobile Crisis Team and one on data from South San Francisco's own Community Wellness and Crisis Response Team. Commissioners will discuss both presentations. The meeting also includes approval of prior minutes and staff updates.

• Approval of minutes from January 17, 2023 meeting
• Presentation of scorecard for commissioners' use
• Presentation on Berkeley's Mobile Crisis Team by Allyson Nakayama
• Presentation of data on Community Wellness and Crisis Response Team by Captain Adam Plank and Jaymes Pyne
• Discussion of both mobile crisis response models

Commission on Equity and Public Safety

The regular meeting of the Commission on Equity and Public Safety scheduled for February 20, 2023, has been cancelled. A special meeting is set for February 21, 2023. The next regular meeting is scheduled for March 20, 2023.

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will discuss modifying its regular meeting start time from 7:00 PM to 6:00 PM and consider applications for the Design Review Board for a four-year term. The consent calendar includes approval of the February 2, 2023 meeting minutes. Standard procedural items such as oral communications and staff reports are also on the agenda.

• Modification of Planning Commission meeting start time from 7:00 PM to 6:00 PM
• Consideration of Design Review Board applications for a four-year term
• Approval of February 2, 2023 Planning Commission minutes

Special City Council

This is a special meeting of the South San Francisco City Council held by teleconference. The only substantive item is a closed session to confer with legal counsel regarding existing litigation in the case Aldana, Daisy Alely Garza, et al. v. The City of South San Francisco. No other business is scheduled.

• Closed session to discuss pending litigation: Aldana, Daisy Alely Garza, et al. v. City of South San Francisco (San Mateo Superior Court Case No. 21-CIV-02320).

Budget Standing Committee of the City Council

The Budget Standing Committee will review the FY 2022-23 Mid-Year Financial Report as of December 31, 2022, and consider proposed budget amendments for the City Operating and Capital Improvement Program (CIP) Budgets. The committee will also vote on approving the minutes from the May 23, 2022 meeting. Public comment is accepted in person, by Zoom, or by phone.

• Presentation of FY 2022-23 Mid-Year Financial Report as of December 31, 2022
• Proposed budget amendments for FY 2022-23 City Operating and CIP Budgets
• Approval of minutes from the May 23, 2022 meeting

Traffic Safety Commission

The Traffic Safety Commission will consider approving meeting minutes from November 2022, discuss two Traffic Advisory Committee (TAC) meetings (TAC 2212 and TAC 2301), and conduct its annual reorganization. No major policy decisions or funding items are on the agenda. Public comment is invited via Zoom or email.

• Approval of November 8, 2022 meeting minutes
• Discussion of TAC 2212 meeting agenda and minutes
• Discussion of TAC 2301 meeting agenda and attachments
• Annual reorganization of the commission
• Items from commission and staff

Parking Place Commission

This regular meeting of the South San Francisco Parking Place Commission includes the annual reorganization (likely election of officers) and approval of minutes from the November 8, 2022 meeting. No substantive policy items, financial decisions, or public hearings are on the agenda; the meeting is largely procedural.

• Approval of November 8, 2022 Parking Place Commission meeting minutes
• Annual reorganization of the commission (administrative business)

Special City Council

The South San Francisco City Council is holding a special retreat meeting to discuss strategic priorities. Topics include 2022 General Plan values, major accomplishments, 2023 calendar and meeting formats, and 2023-2024 vision and goals. No votes or binding decisions are scheduled; the meeting is for discussion only.

• Discussion of 2022 General Plan values and guiding principles
• Review of 2022 major accomplishments
• Planning 2023 calendar of events and proclamations
• Discussion of 2023-2024 vision, goals, and priority projects
• Summary of council goals and priorities by district

City Council

The City Council will review several financial and land use items, including a $3.2 million grant for the Linden Avenue Park project. The agenda also includes discussions on shuttle program applications and various donations to city departments.

• $3,200,000 grant for the Linden Park project at 616 and 700 Linden Avenue
• Application for $1,064,400 in San Mateo County Shuttle program funding
• Application for $597,476.25 in San Mateo County Shuttle program funding
• $20,500 donation from the South San Francisco Association of Firefighters Local 1507 Charity Foundation
• Declaration of 367 Marina Boulevard as surplus land

Zoning Administrator

The Zoning Administrator will hold a public hearing to consider a Minor Use Permit for an Acupuncture and Massage business at 953 El Camino Real in the T5 Corridor Zoning District. The project is proposed to be categorically exempt from CEQA. The meeting is virtual only.

• Minor Use Permit for an Acupuncture and Massage business at 953 El Camino Real (T5 Corridor Zoning District)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hear a report on the Lindenville Specific Plan Preferred Land Use Alternative and consider a vesting tentative subdivision map for a 20-unit condominium and commercial project at 889 McLellan Road. The agenda also includes appointing a subcommittee to handle appeals concerning property owner obligations to tenants displaced from unsafe units. The consent calendar covers approval of draft minutes from January 19, 2023.

• Report on Lindenville Specific Plan Preferred Land Use Alternative (Billy Gross, Principal Planner)
• Vesting Tentative Subdivision Map for 20 condominium units and 5,200 sq ft commercial at 889 McLellan Road (T5C Zoning District)
• Resolution recommending City Council approve the vesting tentative map covered by the 2000 SEIR Addendum
• Appointment of subcommittee for appeals regarding Chapter 8.70 (tenant displacement from unsafe units)
• Consent calendar: approval of January 19, 2023 Planning Commission minutes

Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee

The Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee will hear a report on the Lindenville Specific Plan, including a SWOT analysis, and receive an update on the Every Kid Deserves A Bike Program. The committee will also conduct its annual reorganization and consider approval of the November 2, 2022 meeting minutes. Public comment is accepted on items not on the agenda.

• Report on Lindenville Specific Plan with SWOT analysis (Billy Gross, Principal Planner)
• Update on Every Kid Deserves A Bike Program (Tamiko Huey and Tianny Zapata)
• BPAC Annual Reorganization
• Approval of Regular Meeting Minutes for November 2, 2022 (consent calendar)

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing to consider updates to the density bonus law and housing element. The consent calendar includes actions such as accepting a $1.5 million federal grant for the Library, Parks and Recreation Civic Campus project, awarding a curb ramp replacement contract, joining a lawsuit against Monsanto for PCB remediation, and accepting a donation of police eBikes from Genentech.

• Public hearing on a resolution adopting an update to the density bonus law and housing element (item 16).
• Resolution accepting $1.5 million federal grant for the Library, Parks and Recreation Civic Campus Project (item 11).
• Resolution awarding $197,860.40 contract to Mercoza for CDBG Curb Ramp Replacement (item 9).
• Resolution to join lawsuit against Monsanto for PCB contamination remediation (item 14).
• Acceptance of donation of two police eBikes valued at $11,235.57 from Genentech (item 7).

Special Measure W Citizens' Oversight Committee

The Special Measure W Citizens' Oversight Committee will consider approving the minutes from its December 7, 2022 meeting. It will also receive a report and resolution acknowledging receipt of the draft Fiscal Year 2021‑22 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report and approve a memorandum to the City Council verifying use of Measure W funds.

• Approve minutes from the December 7, 2022 meeting
• Receive report on the draft Fiscal Year 2021‑22 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report
• Approve resolution acknowledging receipt of the draft FY 2021‑22 report
• Approve memorandum to City Council verifying use of Measure W funds

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission holds a public hearing to consider recommending the 2023-2031 Housing Element update to the City Council, including CEQA findings and a draft resolution to repeal the prior element. The commission also reviews a master sign program for the Safeway project at 180 El Camino Real and the 2022 Genentech annual report. The meeting includes annual reorganization of Chair and Vice Chair. No other substantive actions are on the agenda.

• Public hearing on Housing Element update for 2023-2031 with CEQA determination and draft resolution for City Council adoption.
• Consent calendar: master sign program for Safeway project at 180 El Camino Real.
• Administrative review of 2022 Genentech Master Plan Annual Report.
• Annual reorganization of Planning Commission Chair and Vice Chair.
• Consideration of draft minutes from December 15, 2022 meeting.

Special City Council

The City Council will conduct interviews for several municipal boards. Following the interviews, the Council will consider appointments for the Cultural Arts, Parking Place, Parks & Recreation, and Planning Commissions.

• Interviews for Parking Place Commission applicants
• Interviews for Parks & Recreation Commission applicants
• Interviews for Planning Commission applicants
• Interview of applicant for Cultural Arts Commission
• Appointment of one member to the Cultural Arts Commission

Commission on Equity and Public Safety

The Commission on Equity and Public Safety will hold a special meeting to discuss a presentation from the San Francisco Department of Public Health on comprehensive crisis services. They will also approve minutes from the December 5, 2022 meeting and elect a Chair and Vice Chair.

• Approval of minutes from December 5, 2022 meeting
• Presentation and discussion of SF Dept. of Public Health Comprehensive Crisis Services
• Election of Chair and Vice Chair

Special City Council

The City Council will conduct interviews for multiple positions across several city boards and commissions. The meeting includes discussions regarding appointments to the Library Board.

• Interviews for Planning Commission, Parks and Recreation Commission, and Parking Place Commission
• Interviews for Cultural Arts Commission
• Interviews for Library Board
• Consideration of appointment of one applicant to the Library Board for a term expiring January 17, 2026

City Council

The City Council will consider consent calendar items including ratifying an emergency proclamation for major storm and flooding events, approving employment agreements for the Interim City Manager and City Clerk, continuing remote meetings, and authorizing a $35,000 contract amendment for the Wet Weather and Digester Improvements Project. A study session will focus on the Draft Housing Element and responses to state HCD comments.

• Ratification of local emergency proclamation for major storm and flooding events
• Employment agreement with Sharon Ranals as Interim City Manager
• Amended employment agreement for City Clerk Rosa Govea Acosta
• Second amendment with Contractor Compliance & Monitoring Inc. for $35,000 (total $183,802) for Wet Weather and Digester Improvements Project
• Study session on Draft Housing Element and HCD review comments

Traffic Safety Commission

The January 10, 2023 regular meeting of the South San Francisco Traffic Safety Commission has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for February 7, 2023.

Parking Place Commission

The regular meeting of the South San Francisco Parking Place Commission scheduled for January 10, 2023, has been canceled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for February 7, 2023, at 5:00 PM via teleconference.

Youth Commission

This is a special meeting of the South San Francisco Youth Commission. The agenda includes a presentation by the SSF Education Foundation, followed by discussions of the Mayor's Youth Commission Initiative and Youth in Government Day. The commission will also consider approving minutes from its November 7, 2022 meeting.

• Approval of meeting minutes from November 7, 2022
• Presentation by SSF Education Foundation (Kristy Camacho, Lauren Kitchen, Kayla Powers)
• Discussion of Mayor's Youth Commission Initiative
• Discussion of Youth in Government Day
• Public comment period

Planning Commission

The January 5, 2023 regular meeting of the South San Francisco Planning Commission has been cancelled. The next meeting is scheduled for January 19, 2023. No substantive items were discussed or decided.

• Meeting cancelled; no public hearings, ordinances, or rezonings on the agenda

Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee

The regular meeting of the Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee scheduled for January 4, 2023, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is set for February 1, 2023.

• Meeting cancelled; no items discussed or decided.