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MINUTES OF THE ADJOURNED MEETING
ROSEMEAD CITY COUNCIL
MAY 30, 1995
The adjourned meeting of the Rosemead City Council was called to order by Mayor
Vasquez at 6:07 p.m. in the Conference Room of the City Hall, 8838 E. Valley Boulevard,
Rosemead, California.
The Pledge to the Flag was led by Mayor Pro Tern Margaret Clark
The Invocation was delivered by Councilman Imperial
ROLL CALL OF OFFICERS
Present: Councilmembers Bruesch (arrived at 6:15 p.m.), Imperial, Taylor, Mayor
Pro Tem Clark, and Mayor Vasquez
Absent: None
II. APPROVAL OF CONSENT CALENDAR
Councilman Taylor asked about the $16,000 increase in the Community Services
Account 4200. Jeff Stewart, Executive Assistant, responded that it was due to the increase
in postage for mailing the City's newsletter/recreation brochure.
Councilman Taylor asked about Account 4330 involving the proposed 25% increase
in the L.A. County Animal Control costs. Frank Tripepi, City Manager, responded that the
increase is due to higher housing costs. Mr. Taylor requested a copy of the letter from Animal
Control requesting the increase.
Councilman Taylor questioned the 1000% increase from $500 to $5000 in the
Emergency Services Account 4350-5010 and 5035, Miscellaneous Supplies. Don Wagner,
Assistant City Manager explained that this account provides for stocking of supplies for
emergency workers and City staff should a disaster occur. Mr. Tripepi stated that due to the
recent earthquakes, there is more awareness for emergency preparedness and that City
officials can be held individually liable if an emergency program is not in place. Councilman
Taylor requested additional information on liability of officials and copies of emergency
preparedness materials. Mayor Pro Tem Clark asked if the amount budgeted is enough. Mr.
Tripepi stated that it is since Rosemead is primarily a contract city with services provided by
the Sheriff and Fire Departments and Emergency Operation Centers.
Councilman Taylor requested an explanation for the increase of $75,000 in Account
4660, Shopper Shuttle, Dial-A-Ride and RTD Bus Pass Subsidy. Mr. Tripepi responded that
this was due to an increase in subsidizing and cost of operating the programs. Mr. Taylor
requested a memo explaining the increase.
Councilman Taylor requested an explanation for the 300% increase in two years from
$9712 to $35,000 in Account 4830-6115, aquatics gas. Michael Burbank, Director of Parks
and Recreation, explained that it is the cost to heat the pool in the Fall and Winter depending
on usage by the high school, of which is unknown at this time.
Councilman Taylor asked about the decrease in Account 4850-4030, Pool
Managers/Assistants. Mr. Burbank explained that if the class sizes are increased and the if
the Pool Managers teach the classes, the account is reimbursed from the class fees
accordingly.
Councilmember Bruesch asked about the removal of the Steno Secretary from Account
4110-4010. Mr. Tripepi responded that that position was consolidated with that of the City
Clerk.
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Councilmember Bruesch asked about Account 4120-4416, Other Professional Services.
Nancy Valderrama, City Clerk responded that this provides codification, updating and legal
services of the municipal code by a codification service. Discussion ensued that codification
services had been discussed in previous years, but no action taken. Councilmember Taylor
questioned spending $20,000 on this service and why change the proposed code book to a
bound book when the 3-ring binder currently used is adequate. The City Clerk explained that
the books would be in a 3-ring binder for easy insertion of updated codes. Mr. Taylor quoted
the old saying "if it's not broken, why fix it", and to just add a copy of the Ordinances to the
code book as they are adopted. Mr. Bruesch stated that the code book as is is difficult to
cross reference and outdated. Councilmember Taylor stated that the City Clerk provide
updates as they occur.
MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER TAYLOR, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER IMPERIAL
that Account 41 20-4416 Fund 01 be deleted. Vote resulted:
Yes:
Clark, Vasquez, Imperial, Taylor
No:
Bruesch
Absent:
None
Abstain:
None
The Mayor declared said motion duly carried and so ordered.
Councilmember Bruesch asked if records are being stored regarding Account 4180-
6441, Record Storage. Mr. Tripepi stated that they are.
Councilmember Bruesch, referring to Account 4360, Narcotics Forfeiture and Seizure,
requested a memo regarding the City's compliance with usage of funds.
Councilmember Bruesch asked why the Signal Maintenance items are in separate
accounts, referring to Account 4630. Jeff Stewart, Executive Assistant, stated that there
may not be a current agreement with the State of California and until the issue is resolved,
the money has been set aside. Councilmember Taylor asked about the difference in the
budgeted $22,000 and the estimated $28,000. Mr. Tripepi responded that Council will be
provided with a memo.
Councilmember Bruesch inquired about the Public Transit Account 4660-7510, Bus
Shelter Illumination. Mr. Stewart explained that the solar activated lights were repaired and
replaced last year and no additional funds are needed for this year.
Councilmember Bruesch asked about the CDBG account of $210,000 for the City Hall
restroom project when the project has been completed. Karen Ogawa, Finance Director,
responded that those were the retention and final construction payments.
Councilmember Bruesch asked about the Engineering Account 4720-4260, NPDES
increase from $14,363 to $60,000. Al Rodriguez, explained that under NPDES requirements
there will be an increase in on-site industrial and business inspections for run off water.
Councilman Imperial questioned the increase in cost and usage of the Garvey Satellite,
Account 4300, Law Enforcement. Don Wagner, Assistant City Manager responded that that
is the cost of leasing the trailer. Captain Jon Engebretson explained the trailer is used for
special assignments by Deputies. Mr. Imperial requested an explanation for Account 4516,
Detective. Mr. Tripepi explained that when the Deputies respond to a crime, they generate
activity for a detective for investigative work related to that crime. Mr. Imperial requested a
memo on the programs operating within the City, what they do, and what progress they are
making. Councilmember Bruesch asked the memo to include what effect the satellite has on
the area in crime suppression.
MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER BRUESCH, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER IMPERIAL
that the items on the Consent Calendar be approved. Vote resulted:
Yes: Clark, Bruesch
No: None
Absent: None
Abstain: None
Vasquez, Imperial, Taylor
The Mayor declared said motion duly carried and so ordered.
1. BUDGET PRESENTATIONS
MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER BRUESCH, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER TAYLOR
that the Council approve the Rosemead Chamber of Commerce budget in the amount of
$45,000. Vote resulted:
Yes: Clark, Bruesch, Vasquez, Taylor
No: Imperial
Absent: None
Abstain: None
The Chairman declared said motion duly carried and so ordered.
Councilmember Imperial stated for the record that his No vote is in opposition of the
$10,000 budgeted under Community Development as the newspaper is a Chamber vehicle,
not a City newspaper.
Councilmember Taylor requested a copy of the May Chamber Newspaper.
III. CONSIDERATION OF REMAINING ACCOUNTS
Councilmember Taylor stated that there are some overlapping areas between the City
and Agency and would Abstain voting until the Agency budget is presented.
Councilmember Bruesch questioned the plus amount of $175,581 in Account 4500-
4932-P99025. Don Wagner responded that it was a reimbursement from the Redevelopment
Agency. Mr. Bruesch asked about Valley Beautification. Al Rodriguez, City Engineer,
responded that it was for resurfacing and parkway beautification only, and involves no
changes in the existing configuration of the street.
MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER BRUESCH, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER CLARK that
the Council approve the items on the remaining accounts. Vote resulted:
Yes:
Clark, Bruesch, Vasquez, Imperial
No:
None
Absent:
None
Abstain:
Taylor
The Mayor declared said motion duly carried and so ordered.
Councilmember Taylor stated that he voted to abstain pending the Redevelopment
Agency budget and verification of City/Agency overlapping accounts 4700, 4710, 4720, and
4740.
V. ADJOURNMENT
There being no further action to be taken at this time, the meeting was adjourned at
7:45 p.m. The next regular meeting is scheduled for June 13, 1995, at 7:00 p.m.
Respectfully submitted: APPROVED:
City Clerk
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