CENTRAL WATERFRONT ADVISORY GROUP DRAFT MINUTES

June 27, 2018

Port of San Francisco, South Beach Harbor Pier 40A - Community Room The Embarcadero at King Street, San Francisco 5:30 – 7:30 p.m.

Attendees:

Central Waterfront Advisory Group Port Staff: Members: Howard Wong, Heritage/SPUR Mark Paez, CWAG Staff Jamie Whitaker, South Beach/Rincon/Mission Diane Oshima, Deputy for Planning and Toby Levine, Mission Bay Resident Environment Katy Liddell, South Beach/Rincon/Mission Bay Elliott Riley, Port Senior Property Marc Dragun, The Brannan Homeowners Manager Association Gerry Roybal, Maritime Marketing Jasper Rubin, SFSU Geography Department Manager Michael Gerbracht, Pier 70 Shipyard Matt Wickens, Port Engineering Project Corinne Woods, Mission Creek Resident Manager Ritika Puri, Watermark Homeowners Jonathan Roman, Port Engineering Association Project Manager Ted Choi, City Kayak @ Pier 40 SF Public Works:

CWAG Members absent (needs revision) Thomas Roitman, Project Manager Chris Wasney, Preservation Architect Ralph Wilson, Potrero Boosters

Audience (needs revision) Joe __, IMPARK Stewart Morton, Waterfront Land Use Plan Working Group & Northeast Waterfront Advisory Group Roscoe Mapps, SF Giants

1 1. Announcement and Introductions

- Welcome new CWAG members:

Ritika Puri, Watermark Homeowners Association Marc Dragun, The Brannan Homeowners Association

- Upcoming Port Commission Matters of Interest http://sfport.com/meetings/15

- Pier 70 Shipyard Request for Proposals (RFP) – Gerry Roybal, Maritime Marketing Manager

Gerry Roybal presented updates on the Port's RFP for a new Pier 70 Shipyard operator. Gerry began by providing some history on the shipyard operations and explaining that the Port's land use plan was built around the goal of maintaining an active ship repair operation. He talked about current work in progress to make improvements to the Shipyard to make it more efficient and attractive to prospective operators. On the issue of the proposed new development called for in the land use plan he noted that offices will serve as a buffer zone between the future neighborhood and the existing maritime industrial use. He explained that the demolition of two condemned buildings on the site to create an additional 20,000 square feet of staging area had recently been completed. He continued by stating that staff was working on an electrical system upgrade that is expected to be complete by the end of the year and that there was on-going coordination with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers for the maintenance dredging of the Central Basin. He noted that dredging has traditionally been the responsibility of the operator not the Port. Gerry also reviewed some key RFP revisions terms, including potential maintenance coming utilizing Port capital funds and the possible transfer of the Port's floating drydocks to the operator. He stated that the most valuable assets at the shipyard are the dry docks and that Drydock No. 2, the larger of the two is still functional but that Drydock Eureka has the potential to be operational with repair.

Gerry concluded the presentation with information on the Pier 70 Shipyard RFP schedule. Following an upcoming deadline on July 20 there will be a period of review and negotiation for the next lease deal. He explained that given the uncertainty of the ship repair market and because the Port is seeking a 20-30 year lease it may be necessary to consider the subdivision of the site to allow compatible industrial uses while maintaining a smaller ship repair yard. Gerry also provided a Weblink where updates on the project can be found.

CWAG members expressed the following comments and questions followed by Gerry's responses:

- How frequently is the site used today?

Response: Gerry stated here has been no commercial use for over a year.

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- Have they started construction on 19th Street?

Response: Gerry confirmed that construction of the 19th Street Extension had started.

- What is the Port contemplating if the successful bidder does not want the seven extra acres (i.e. optional buildings)?

Response: Gerry stated that there's no immediate plan but the RFP Port identifies optional buildings.

Mark Paez reported that Building 6 and 111 are challenging and that the Port is undertaking economic feasibility studies to better understand the cost of repair and whether there are potential uses that can support these costs.

In conclusion, the CWAG members thanked Gerry for his update and expressed their interest in future developments in the process.

- Rugby World Cup Sevens 2018 tournament July 20 – 22, 2018 - Roscoe Mapps, SF Giants.

Mark Paez updated the CWAG on the coordination between the Port and Giants since their May meeting regarding the issuance of the Special Event Permit. Mark stated that the Port is ready to issue the permit but was waiting for a proposal from the Giants on how they plan to respond to the CWAG's request for more Parking Control Officers (PCO's) to mitigate traffic congestion. Several CWAG members expressed on-going concerns regarding the high volume of expected attendees especially since a percentage of attendees represent a new demographic and because some ticket packages include in and out privileges. One concern included increased use of rideshare services (such as Uber/Lyft) vs. public transit.

Roscoe Mapps confirmed that the tournament would be a daily double header game format within the ballpark. He also addressed the CWAG's recommendation for increasing the number of PCO’s by stating that the PCO’s will be serve double-shifts to handle the all-day event. He also stated that the Giants will provide six additional PCO’s: two fixed and four roaming with locations to be determined. Corinne Woods commented that having the locations anticipated beforehand might be an issue and that having roaming PCO’s could be more effective if there's a feasible system that could be used to determine when and where to most effectively deploy PCO resources. Corinne also asked that there be a direct telephone "hotline" the community could contact to report traffic problems? Roscoe said he would have to check with his colleagues to determine whether a "hotline" was feasible and could be operational in time for the event. CWAG members discussed all of the problematic intersections around the park including intersections further out that are used to access the Bay Bridge. Toby Levine emphasized that more needs to be done so that the MUNI light rail is not impacted by vehicular traffic

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congestion. It was suggested that a liaison be deployed to monitor the streets around the ballpark to determine which are doing well, which can alleviate traffic, which streets can open up, etc. Roscoe responded that he would be happy to provide CWAG members with his cell phone number so that they can contact him directly to report traffic information. The CWAG members then recommended that the permit include a condition requiring a plan for the utilization of PCO's that would require them to respond to changing traffic conditions. The discussion continued with an emphasis on expecting ongoing communication throughout the event.

Mark Paez stated that the Giant's responses to the CWAG recommendations would be listed as conditions of approval on the Special Event permit:

- Six additional PCO’s (2 fixed and 4 roaming) will be deployed for the three day duration of the event. - The Giants will provide a neighborhood “hotline” staffed by a neighborhood liaison for the duration of the event to receive and respond to communications (via phone, text or email) from the neighborhood - The neighborhood liaison will coordinate with MTA to efficiently deploy the available PCO resources to respond to problem intersections and changing traffic conditions to the extent feasible - The Giants will continue to refine the event logistics to address potential impacts on the neighborhood including but not limited to encouraging patrons to use public transit by proving information on transit options on their website and to patrons at the time of ticket purchases - The Giants will provide an update on the refinement of event planning at the July 18th CWAG meeting and a post event report to the CWAG at their August meeting.

Mark stated that he would inform the CWAG when the permit gets approved and the final language of the conditions.

- Piers 30-32 Security - Elliott Riley

Elliot Riley and Joe ___ , representing the parking operator tenant IMPARK, addressed recent concerns on parking lot security on Piers 30-32. Elliott stated that the most recent reports from SFPD indicated instances of exhibition driving occurring on the Pier 30 parking lot. He explained that SFPD has the authority to stop the activity and ask the individuals to leave the area. Elliot stated that he would like to see higher levels of security implemented and that the Port has been coordinating with SFPD to secure the lot. Joe added that IMPARK is committed to providing additional security on evenings and weekends, instances when most of the activity occurs.

CWAG members expressed the following comments and questions followed by responses from Elliot or Joe:

- How are the violators able to gain access to the parking lot?

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Response: Elliott commented that although the Port is monitoring egress during hours of operation, it is difficult to distinguish between who will park and who will drive on into the space and perform stunts. He also mentioned that he and the Port Maintenance staff have brainstormed on ideas to block off about 2/3 of the northeastern lot to restrict access into a tighter configuration. Another idea was to place a series of gates or rails, however, the pier cannot sustain the weight. At the moment the pier is being used for a volleyball event but when the event is over staff will resume its exploration of physical barriers.

- Who is the organization that has the responsibility on this matter, the Port or SFPD?

Response: Elliott responded that the Port has responsibility; however, the Port is not a law enforcement agency. As property and maritime management, the Port needs the SFPD to enforce the law as there is a regulation that prohibits reckless/exhibition driving. Elliot commented that it is frustrating; despite monitoring efforts and reporting these instances to the police, the only plan of action SFPD can take is to ask them to leave. One of the CWAG members expressed interest in a face to face meeting between Port staff and SFPD Captain Daryl Fong to coordinate the response to this hazardous activity.

- Is there an on-site attendant from IMPARK or is this a self-service parking? Is it illegal to place spike strips that would damage tires?

Response: Joe stated that IMPARK's operation is self-service and that there is no on-site valet. He explained that IMPARK has added shifts for staffing on-site on the weekends and at nights to respond to the problem. Joe added that spike strips would interfere with the use of the pier.

- Are speed bumps allowed and could they be an effective deterrent?

Response: Elliot stated that placing speed bumps have the potential to damage vehicles leaving the Port liable. Joe also commented that although the speed bumps can influence them not to return, safety remains a priority for everyone.

- Could local legislation be created to dissuade people?

Response: Joe addressed this by stating that enacting more legislation would not be effective unless there's buy in from the SFPD who is responsible for enforcement.

- Does the exhibition driving occur in the Giants parking Lot A? If not is there something unique to the management of that lot that can be replicated on Piers 30- 32?

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Response: Joe stated that he was unaware of exhibition driving on Lot A. Elliott stated that he and Joe will revisit the problem when the volleyball tournament ends to develop potential solutions.

In conclusion, the CWAG members thanked Elliott and Joe for their efforts to address the problem but requested that they attend the July CWAG meeting and present their detailed proposal with specific measures that can be implemented quickly to abate the problem.

2. Approval of the May 16, 2018 Draft Minutes - Mark Paez (5:50 – 5:55)

The CWAG postponed the adoption of the draft minutes to the July meeting.

3. Seawall Geotechnical Investigation - Matt Wickens, Port Engr. Project Manager

Matt made a slide presentation that can be viewed HERE. He explained the Port's recently completed Geotechnical Exploration Pilot and that there are some gaps in the Port's knowledge of the geotechnical conditions where information is either of low quality or not available. He talked about the purpose of the investigation to support the Port's seismic analysis and to achieve a better understanding of the conditions and in so doing help inform feasible alternatives for retrofitting the seawall and other future projects. Matt said that by boring through rock dike and over piers, the engineering team will be able to create sections to extrapolate information. Matt also said that the work would occur from August to December of this year and that the work would be coordinated to avoid planned events like cruise ship calls, Giants games and Fleet Week and listed the specific locations where future explorations will take place.

CWAG members expressed the following comments and questions followed by responses from Matt:

- How are you dealing with traffic?

Response: Matt stated that the team is focusing on the median on the Embarcadero Roadway between Muni and the vehicular travel lanes and will incorporate measures to avoid or mitigate impacts on traffic.

- What is the sample material being extracted?

Response: Matt reported that the team had found sand from historic dunes and debris from the 1906 earthquake. He also stated that the team would like to build from old information from the 1950's and will quality check this information using current data and technology.

- Are there alternative technologies such scanning that would be less destructive than core sampling?

Response: Matt started that the bottom profiler used to send waves through the

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mud to find where rock was located did not provide reliable results.

- At the end of the process, what are the deliverables?

Response: Matt stated that they are hoping to construct a 3D underground model of the subsurface conditions. The hope is that this analysis can be used to extrapolate information on the conditions at specific locations along the seawall.

- Since the seawall has lasted for so long, isn’t it stable?

Response: Matt stated that the 1989 Loma Prieta Earthquake was very different from the 1906 earthquake and a future earthquake is very likely to behave differently and that could result in significant damage to the seawall.

In conclusion, the CWAG members thanked Matt for his presentation.

4. Third Street Bridge Rehabilitation Project – Thomas Roitman, SF Public Works

Thomas Roitman presented the project background that can be view HERE. In summary Thomas stated that the project would abate deterioration of the bridge resulting from age and its harsh marine environment in order to extend the functional life of the historic bridge. Since the construction of the ballpark in 1999 there has been significant deterioration and very limited ability to rehabilitate the structure due to its heavy utilization.

Thomas also outlined the phases of the repair starting with corrosion on the counterweights and other structural deficiencies on the bridge’s steel members and decking. The project’s budget is $27 million with an anticipated construction timeline of 15 months. Thomas noted that rehabilitation will occur in phases so that the bridge remains can remain open to pedestrian and vehicular traffic. The project will also provide an opportunity for environmental monitoring of marine and bird habitats.

Currently, the project is entering the repair phase as four bids have been received and the submittal process will commence soon after the contract is awarded. Construction is anticipated to start later this summer and new Mission Bay streets near the project site will be opened to ease traffic congestion. Thomas stated that maritime access will be very limited because the bridge will be locked down and not raised throughout project construction. The water access limitations have been communicated to the Mission Creek Harbor. There may also be nighttime and weekend construction, if needed. Project completion is targeted for October 2019 before Chase Arena opens. Until then, Public Works will work closely with the Port and the Giants regarding the calendar of events to provide the community with advanced notice of the project and access limitations. Thomas also noted that once a project manager is on board there will be updates provided on the traffic management plans.

CWAG members expressed the following comments and questions followed by

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responses from Thomas:

- If the deck needs to be replaced, how will this occur?

Response: Thomas explained that there are five traffic lanes and the lanes are interchangeable. Sometimes one lane is blocked for pedestrians during a Giants game. During construction work will be limited to two lanes at a time.

- Is the black color of the steel problematic for heat or bridge longevity?

Response: Thomas mentioned that a city engineer had reported that there was a problem with expansion on the Fourth Street Bridge but that the expansion was due to the expansion of the deck and not attributable to temperature increases caused by a dark paint color. Painting the bridge black to retain its historic color is actually a requirement by the Planning Department and Caltrans.

- Will you change the decking to prevent expansion?

Response: Thomas stated that the edging will be replaced to take into account the gap.

- Does the project include information on the historic significance of the bridge such as the installation of historic interpretive signs and exhibits?

Response: Thomas commented that there is a plaque located on the east side near the old operator’s house and that as part of the rehabilitation Public Works may post additional information on history and updates elsewhere near the site.

- Please send project updates to Mark so that he can forward them to CWAG members in an effort to keep us informed.

Response: Thomas commented that although there hasn’t been any recent update, once bid is awarded he will share it with Mark.

In conclusion, the CWAG members thanked Thomas for his update.

5. Request for Interest (RFI): Master and Smaller Tenants for Public-Oriented Use Concepts for Embarcadero Historic District Piers - Diane Oshima, Port Planning & Environment Director

- Because the previous agenda items had run over their allotted time and the meeting was running behind schedule Diane Oshima offered to postpone her presentation to the July CWAG Meeting.

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6. Mission Bay Ferry Landing Project Update – Jonathan Roman, Port Engr. Project Manager

Jonathan Roman gave an overview presentation of the project that can be viewed HERE. Jonathan focused on updates since his last presentation in January. Jonathan talked about Water Emergency Transit Agency (WETA’s) strategic plan to incorporate the Mission Bay Ferry Landing, operations, renderings, and dredging foot print. He addressed stated that the site analysis was conducted and resulted in the determination that the proposed location is ideal as it provides transit to Mission Bay and the Central Waterfront. He went on to say that the project design will be at 90% completion by fall 2018. He also stated that once permits can be secured in 2019, the project bid can start in spring 2019, and open in 2021. In order to stay on schedule and commented that the project needs to be coordinated with the scheduled Central Basin dredging. Jonathan commented that contaminated material was found in the Mission Bay Ferry Landing dredging footprint had resulted in the need for more time to secure the Army Corp. of Engineers permit.

Jonathan talked about the projected utilization of the facility by stating that the ferry landing is expected to handle up to 6,000 daily commuters from Vallejo, Alameda, and Oakland. He stated that WETA will be responsible to operate service for special events. He also stated that there are no funds for water taxis but that there's a high level of interest in building a water taxi facility near the ferry landing. He pointed out how the ferry landing design was refined in order to better integrate with the design for Bayfront Park. Jonathan talked about the project funding and how the Port was working closely with WETA to understand when the Regional Measure 3 funding might be available and steps that might need to be explored to maintain the project delivery schedule. He mentioned that one idea being considered is the possibility of a bridge loan.

CWAG members expressed the following comments and questions followed by responses from Jonathan:

- You mentioned that a breakwater is not required due to the floating dry docks at the Pier 70 shipyard. If one or both of these drydocks are relocated how will that impact the proposed ferry landing?

Response: Jonathan stated that this issue would need to be revisited if dry docks were to be relocated.

- For funding, it may be advantageous to accelerate design to be first in queue for projects.

Response: Jonathan stated that they are thinking of doing this as well as work with the City.

- Is there an opportunity to combine the dredging work needed in the Central Basin and at Pier 70 in order to achieve more efficiency and a lower cost?

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Response: Jonathan stated that he isn’t sure when dredging will occur and that its dependent upon the outcome of the Pier 70 Shipyard RFP process and whether a new operator is selected. He explained that because Pier 70 is deeper, it would be helpful if dredging were to occur in that location first.

In conclusion, the CWAG members thanked Jonathan for his update.

6. Public Comment

7. Adjourn

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