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Rosemead City Council
Regular Meeting Agenda July 8, 2025
CITY OF ROSEMEAD
CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING
AGENDA
City Hall Council Chamber
8838 East Valley Boulevard
Rosemead, CA 91770
Tuesday, July 8, 2025
7:00 P.M. - Regular Meeting
City Council
Margaret Clark, Mayor
Sandra Armenta, Mayor Pro Tem
Sean Dang, Council Member
Polly Low, Council Member
Steven Ly, Council Member
Brown Act
Pursuant to provisions of the Brown Act, no action may be taken on a matter unless it is listed on the agenda, or
unless certain emergency or special circumstances exist. The City Council may direct staff to investigate and/or
schedule certain matters for consideration at a future City Council meeting.
General Conduct/Decorum During Meeting:
While the City Council is in session, all attendees are required to observe the proceedings and adhere to
established rules of decorum. No individual shall engage in behavior that is intended to or likely to incite violent
or riotous actions, nor shall anyone disturb the orderly conduct of the meeting. Remarks must be made
exclusively from the podium and directed to the Council as a whole, rather than to individual members or the
audience. Comments and exchanges from the audience will not be acknowledged, as focus should remain on the
speaker or the Council. Attendees are requested to silence their cellphones during the meeting. Any individual
who causes ongoing disruption may be subject to removal from the proceedings per Government Code 54957.95.
Americans with Disabilities Act
In compliance with the ADA, if you need special assistance to participate in this meeting, please contact the City
Clerk’s Office at (626) 569-2100 at least 48 hours prior to the meeting to allow the city to make reasonable
arrangements to ensure accessibility to the meeting or service.
Any writings or documents provided to the majority of the Rosemead City Council regarding any item on this
agenda will be made available for public inspection in the City Clerk’s Office during normal business hours.
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REGULAR MEETING
7:00 P.M.
CALL TO ORDER
ROLL CALL
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE – Council Member Dang
INVOCATION – Mayor Clark
1. PUBLIC COMMENT
The City Council will hear public comments on matters not listed on the agenda during the
Public Comments section from the audience. Opportunity to address the City Council on
non-agenda items is limited to 3 minutes per speaker. The public may address com ments in
person or via zoom using Meeting ID: 823 5603 0425 and Passcode: 945490. Written
comments may be submitted to publiccomment@cityofrosemead.org by 5:00 p.m. All
comments are public record and will be recorded in the official record of the city.
2. PRESENTATIONS
A. Proclamation Declaring August 8, 2025, as “National Night Out” in the City of
Rosemead
B. Proclamation Declaring the Month of July 2025 as “Parks Make Life Better Month”
in the City of Rosemead
3. PUBLIC HEARING
A. Public Hearing on Application for Design Review 24-02, Tentative Tract Map 84327,
and Density Bonus Application 25-01 – 7741-7745 Hellman Avenue
Chaplon Mu submitted entitlement applications for the development of a ten small
lot subdivision. The project also includes a Density Bonus application pursuant to
California Government Code §65915 (State Density Bonus Law), which permits
density bonuses up to 50% for a total of 15 dwelling units, two of which would be
deed-restricted affordable units for very low-income households. The subject site is
located at 7741-7745 Hellman Avenue (APN: 5286-036-016 and 5286-036-017) in
the Medium Multiple Residential (R-3) zone.
Recommendation: That the City Council take the following actions:
1. Conduct a public hearing and receive public testimony;
2. Adopt City Council Resolution No. 2025-29, entitled;
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A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF ROSEMEAD, COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES, STATE OF
CALIFORNIA, APPROVING DESIGN REVIEW 24-02,
TENTATIVE TRACT MAP 84327, AND DENSITY BONUS
APPLICATION 25-01 FOR THE CREATION OF TEN (10)
SMALL LOTS. THE DENSITY BONUS IS PURSUANT TO
CALIFORNIA GOVERNMENT CODE §65915 (STATE
DENSITY BONUS LAW), WHICH PERMITS DENSITY
BONUSES UP TO 50% FOR A TOTAL OF 15 DWELLING
UNITS, TWO OF WHICH WOULD BE DEED-RESTRICTED
AFFORDABLE UNITS FOR VERY LOW-INCOME
HOUSEHOLDS. THE SUBJECT SITE IS LOCATED
AT 7741-7745 HELLMAN AVE (APN: 5286-036-016), IN THE
MEDIUM MULTIPLE RESIDENTIAL (R-3) ZONE
3. Approve the Density Bonus Application with the three requested concessions and
one waiver/reduction and direct City staff to execute and record the Affordable
Housing Agreement; and
4. Determine that Design Review 24-02, Tentative Tract Map 84327, and Density
Bonus Application 25-01 are exempt pursuant to Class 32, Section 15332 of the
California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) Guidelines.
4. CONSENT CALENDAR
CEQA: The following items are not subject to the California Environmental Quality Act, unless noted on the item.
A. Claims and Demands
• Resolution No. 2025-35
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF ROSEMEAD, CALIFORNIA, ALLOWING CERTAIN CLAIMS
AND DEMANDS IN THE SUM OF $1,873,767.83 CHECKS
NUMBERED 119438 THROUGH NUMBER 119550, DRAFTS
NUMBERED 8177 THROUGH NUMBER 8195 AND EFT
NUMBERED 53346 THROUGH NUMBER 53366
INCLUSIVELY
Recommendation: Adopt Resolution No. 2025-35.
• Resolution No. 2025-37
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF ROSEMEAD, CALIFORNIA, ALLOWING CERTAIN CLAIMS
AND DEMANDS IN THE SUM OF $2,060,746.98 CHECKS
NUMBERED 119551 THROUGH NUMBER 119675, DRAFTS
NUMBERED 8196 THROUGH NUMBER 8215 AND EFT
NUMBERED 53367 THROUGH NUMBER 53420
INCLUSIVELY
Recommendation: Adopt Resolution No. 2025-37.
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B. Consideration to Cancel the July 22, 2025 City Council Meeting
The City Council will consider the cancellation of its regularly scheduled meeting of
July 22, 2025, due to a projected lack of quorum. Should the July 22, 2025 meeting
be cancelled, the next regular meeting of the City Council will be held as scheduled
on Tuesday, August 12, 2025, at 7:00 p.m.
Recommendation: That the City Council cancel the regular City Council meeting of
July 22, 2025.
C. Annual Service Level Authorization with the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s
Department
To approve the Fiscal Year 2025-26 annual service rate increases for the Los Angeles
County Sheriff’s Department law enforcement services, estimated to be $11,079,475.
Recommendation: That the City Council take the following actions:
1. Approve the Fiscal Year 2025-26 annual service rate increases for law
enforcement services; and
2. Authorize the City Manager to execute the Annual Service Level Authorization
Form for FY 2025-26 and all necessary documents with the Los Angeles County
Sheriff’s Department.
D. Report of Purchase Orders in Excess of $10,000
The report provides a summary of purchase orders exceeding $10,000 issued
during the months of January 2025 through June 30, 2025. These purchase order
commitments reflect significant expenditure on goods and services necessary for
City operations and are reported for informational and transparency purposes.
Recommendation: That the City Council receive and file the report on purchase
orders issued more than $10,000 for the months of January 2025 through
June 30, 2025.
E. Accept Completed Improvements and Authorize Filing of a Notice of
Completion for City Project No. 31031 – Roof Replacement at Public Works
Office & Warehouse Building
On January 14, 2025, the City Council awarded a construction contract to Best
Contracting Services, Inc. for the Roof Replacement project at the City Public
Services building. The total construction budget, including a 10% contingency, was
set at $537,267.50. The completed improvements included replacing the deteriorating
roof with a new metal roof system, removing the existing hazardous roofing
materials, and weatherproofing the new roof. Furthermore, the scope of work
expanded to include the replacement of three non-functioning swamp coolers with
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new systems, including the fabrication of metal curbs to ensure a watertight system
with all metal flashings.
Recommendation: That the City Council take the following actions:
1. Accept the project completion for the Public Services Office and Warehouse
Building Project No. 31031 as performed by Best Contracting Services, Inc. with
the final contract amount of $528,081.43; and
2. Authorize the recordation of Notice of Completion with the Los Angeles County
Recorder and the release of retention funds 35 days thereafter.
F. Consideration of an Investment Grade Audit Agreement with Schneider Electric
Buildings Americas, Inc. to Evaluate Energy Use Optimization Measures for City
Facilities
This item seeks City Council approval of an Investment Grade Audit (IGA)
agreement with Schneider Electric Buildings Americas, Inc. The purpose of the IGA
is to evaluate the City’s energy usage and identify optimization measures such as
LED lighting retrofits, HVAC upgrades, installation of Variable Frequency Drives
(VFDs), and implementation of Building Automation Systems. The audit will focus
on the following facilities: City Hall, Garvey Community Center, Rosemead
Community Recreation Center, Garvey Park Clubhouse, Garvey Park Splash Zone,
Rosemead Park, and the Rosemead Aquatic Center. Additionally, the project includes
the development of a Capital Asset Planning database and a Streetlighting Master
Plan for citywide LED streetlight conversion.
Recommendation: That the City Council authorize the City Manager to execute the
Investment Grade Audit (IGA) Agreement with Schneider Electric in support of the
City’s Strategic Plan Goal C to improve City facilities and promote the adoption of
renewable energy and energy efficiency resources.
G. Adoption of Resolution No. 2025-38 Establishing Salary and Benefits for the
Classifications in the Unrepresented Executive Management Group from
July 1, 2025 Through June 30, 2027
Resolution No. 2025-38 describes the salary and benefits for the Executive
Management employees of the City effective July 1, 2025, through June 30, 2027.
Recommendation: That the City Council adopt Resolution No. 2025-38, entitled:
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
ROSEMEAD, CALIFORNIA, ESTABLISHING ANNUAL
SALARY RANGES AND BENEFITS FOR EXECUTIVE
MANAGEMENT EMPLOYEES OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD
FROM JULY 1, 2025 THROUGH JUNE 30, 2027
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H. Adoption of Resolution No. 2025-39 Establishing Salary and Benefits for the
Classifications in the Unrepresented Middle Management Group from
July 1, 2025 Through June 30, 2027, and Resolution No. 2025-40 Establishing Salary
and Benefits for Part-Time Employees from July 1, 2025 Through June 30, 2027
Resolution No. 2025-39 describes the salary and benefits for the Middle Management
employees of the City effective July 1, 2025, through June 30, 2027, while
Resolution No. 2025-40 describes the salary and benefits for all Part-Time employees
of the City.
Recommendation: That the City Council take the following actions:
• Adopt Resolution No. 2025-39, entitled:
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
ROSEMEAD, CALIFORNIA, ESTABLISHING ANNUAL
SALARY RANGES AND BENEFITS FOR MIDDLE
MANAGEMENT EMPLOYEES OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD
FROM JULY 1, 2025 THROUGH JUNE 30, 2027
• Adopt Resolution No. 2025-40, entitled:
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF ROSEMEAD, CALIFORNIA, ESTABLISHING
SALARY RANGES AND BENEFITS FOR PART-TIME
CLASSIFICATIONS IN THE SERVICE OF THE
CITY OF ROSEMEAD FROM JULY 1, 2025 THROUGH
JUNE 30, 2027
I. Adoption of Resolution No. 2025-41 Amending the City of Rosemead Salary
Schedule for Fiscal Year 2025-26 and for Fiscal Year 2026-27 to Meet the California
Code of Regulations Title 2, Section 570.5 and 571 to Reflect Approved Rates
California Code of Regulations (CCR) Section 570.5 and amendments to 571(b)
require a consolidated Salary Schedule which shows all City classifications and
salary ranges for purposes of determining eligible salary compensation for retirement
be publicly available. The consolidated salary schedule must be adopted by the City
Council even though the compensation changes were approved via a Memorandum
of Understanding and/or employee salary and benefit Resolutions.
Resolution No. 2025-41 includes the Citywide Salary Schedule reflecting a 2% Cost
of Living Adjustment (COLA) for Fiscal Years 2025-26 and 2026-27. The
adjustment applies to Executive, Middle Management, and Part-Time employees.
This schedule does not include any adjustment to the Rosemead Employee
Association and the Professional and Confidential groups due to ongoing labor
negotiations. If any concurrent salary-related resolutions are modified, the schedule
must also be updated accordingly.
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Recommendation: That the City Council adopt Resolution No. 2025-41, entitled:
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
ROSEMEAD, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING THE
COMPREHENSIVE SALARY SCHEDULE TO MEET THE
CALIFORNIA CODE OF REGULATIONS TITLE 2,
SECTION 570.5 AND 571 TO REFLECT APPROVED RATES
FROM JULY 1, 2025 THROUGH JUNE 30, 2027
J. Adoption of Resolution No. 2025-36 Establishing Salary and Benefits for the City
Council of the City of Rosemead Effective July 1, 2025, and Including a Monthly
Auto and Communications Allowance in Lieu of Reimbursement
In lieu of submitting individual mileage reimbursement claims, staff recommends
establishing a fixed monthly auto allowance for Council Members. This approach
ensures fair compensation, simplifies administration, and aligns with practices
in neighboring cities. In addition, staff recommends providing a separate monthly
allowance to support accessibility and technology needs, such as mobile devices,
internet connectivity, or virtual meeting tools, in lieu of processing individual
reimbursement requests. Consistent with City policy, Council benefits including
Cafeteria-style Health, Welfare, and Savings plans, as well as wellness program
benefits will also be updated to reflect recent enhancements proposed to employee
groups.
Recommendation: That the City Council adopt Resolution No. 2025-36, entitled:
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
ROSEMEAD, CALIFORNIA, ESTABLISHING SALARY AND
BENEFITS FOR THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
ROSEMEAD EFFECTIVE JULY 1, 2025, AND INCLUDING A
MONTHLY AUTO AND COMMUNICATIONS ALLOWANCE
IN LIEU OF REIMBURSEMENT
5. MATTERS FROM CITY MANAGER & STAFF
6. MATTERS FROM MAYOR & CITY COUNCIL
A. Council Comments
7. ADJOURNMENT
The City Council meeting for July 22, 2025, will be cancelled. The next City Council
meeting will be on August 12, 2025 at 7:00 p.m. in the Rosemead City Hall Council
Chamber.
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POSTING AFFIDAVIT
I, Ericka Hernandez, City Clerk, or my designee, hereby certify that a true and correct,
accurate copy of the foregoing agenda was posted seventy-two hours prior to the meeting,
per Government Code 54954.2, at the following locations: City Hall, 8838 East Valley
Boulevard; Rosemead Community Recreation Center, 3936 N. Muscatel Avenue; Garvey
Community Center, 9108 Garvey Avenue; Public Safety Center, 8301 Garvey Avenue
(Temporarily Closed as of 12/16/2024); United States Post Office, 8845 Valley Boulevard;
Rosemead Library, 8800 Valley Boulevard and on the City’s website
(www.cityofrosemead.org)
________________________ July 2, 2025
Ericka Hernandez, City Clerk Date
8838 E. Valley Boulevard, Rosemead, CA 91770
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