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Rosemead
City Council
and
Community Development
Commission
JOINT MEETING
AGENDA
February 9, 2010
6:00 PM
City Hall Council Chamber
8838 E. Valley Blvd., Rosemead, California 91770
www.cityofrosemead.org
Margaret Clark, Mayor
Gary Taylor, Mayor Pro Tem
Sandra Armenta, Council Member
Polly Low, Council Member
Steven Ly, Council Member
ROSEMEAD CITY COUNCIL AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION JOINT MEETING AGENDA
February 9, 2010
City Council
and
Community Development Commission
Meeting Agenda
• CALL TO ORDER-6:00 PM
• PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE - Chairwoman/Mayor Clark
• INVOCATION -Vice-Chair/Mayor Pro Tern Taylor
• ROLL CALL:
o City Council- Mayor Clark, Mayor Pro Tern Taylor, Council Members Armenta, Low, Ly
o CDC -Chairwoman Clark, Vice-Chair Taylor, Commissioners Armenta, Low, Ly
PUBLIC COMMENTS FROM THE AUDIENCE
2. COMMISSION CONSENT CALENDAR
A. Claims and Demands
Resolution No. 2010 - 07
Recommendation: Adopt Resolution No. 2010-07 for payment of Commission expenditures
in the amount of $141,407.89 demand nos. 10071 through 10073 and demand nos. 11225
through 11230.
B. Walnut Grove Avenue Beautification and Traffic Congestion Improvements - Award of
Contract
As part of the City's Fiscal Year 2009-10 Capital Improvement Program, the City Council
approved a project to improve the Walnut Grove Avenue medians and traffic congestion
enhancements. The project includes a complete landscape makeover, including the
installation of a new irrigation system, river rock, and new landscape. In addition, street
improvements will be made to expand the existing left-turn pocket at Walnut Grove Avenue
and Ramona Boulevard to reduce traffic congestion.
Recommendation: That the Community Development Commission:
1. Authorize the City Manager to enter into a contract with the lowest responsible bidder,
Kasa Construction, for the construction of the Walnut Grove Beautification and Traffic
Congestion Improvements Project in the amount of $113,952.00
2. Establish an amount of $17,100.00 (15%) for contingencies to cover the cost of any
unforeseen conditions.
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3. MATTERS FROM EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR & STAFF
A. Approval of Changes to Commercial Fagade Program
In 2001, the Rosemead Community Development Commission approved a Commercial
Fagade Program (Fagade Program) with the goal of restoring the vitality of the City's
Commercial districts within each of its project areas. The Fagade Program was discontinued in
fiscal year 2007-08 due to lack of participation. The Fagade Program has since been amended
and includes modified funding options and a simplified application procedure from the previous
program. These elements were designed to improve the two main deficiencies of the previous
program - low grant/loan amounts and flexibility of programs.
Recommendation: That the Community Development Commission approve Resolution No.
CDC 2010-05 authorizing implementation and administration of Commercial Fagade
Program.
4. CLOSED SESSION
A. Conference with Legal Counsel.
1) Government Code 54950(c): Initiation of Litigation (2 matter)
2) Government Code 54956.9(a):.NRDC v. County of Los Angeles, Case No. 08-1467
AHM (PLAx)
B. Conference with Labor Negotiator
Government Code Section 54957.6; Class and Compensation
Negotiator for the City: Matthew E. Hawkesworth
Employee Unit: Rosemead Employee Association
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ROSEMEAD CITY COUNCIL AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION JOINT MEETING AGENDA
February 9, 2010
City Council
Meeting Agenda
• CALL TO ORDER-7:00 PM
• PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE -Mayor Clark
• INVOCATION -Mayor Pro Tern Taylor
• ROLL CALL:
o CITY COUNCIL- Mayor Clark, Mayor Pro Tem.Taylor, Council Members Armenta, Low, Ly
5. PRESENTATIONS
EDI Media Recognition for a Successful Lunar New Year Event
6. PUBLIC COMMENT FROM THE AUDIENCE
7. PUBLIC HEARING
A. Public Hearing on the Five Year Consolidated Plan and Fiscal Year 2010-11 Annual
Action Plan Submission
The City Council will receive citizen input which will be used to develop a Five Year
Consolidated Plan and an Annual Plan for the upcoming 2010-11 Fiscal Year for the use of
federal grant funds. The City of Rosemead is a federal entitlement grant recipient of
Community Development Block Grant and HOME Investment Partnership funds from the
U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). As part of the process to
receive funding, the City must undertake development of a Consolidated Plan every five (5)
years and an Action Plan must be completed annually. The City's current Consolidated Plan
is set to expire on June 30, 2010..
The Consolidated Plan is required to include an Annual Action Plan for the Fiscal Year
period July 1, 2010 through June 30, 2011. The Action Plan will include a list of the activities
the City will undertake to address priority needs and local objectives with anticipated
program income and funds received during the next program year for meeting housing and
community development objectives.
Recommendation: That the City Council conduct a public hearing and receive citizen input
on the use of federal grant funds for the development of an updated Five-Year Consolidated
Plan covering the period July 1, 2010 - June 30, 2015 and Annual Action Plan covering the
period of July 1, 2010 - June 30, 2011. No further City Council action is necessary at this
time.
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ROSEMEAD CITY COUNCIL AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION JOINT MEETING AGENDA
February 9, 2010
8. CITY COUNCIL CONSENT CALENDAR
A. Minutes
November 17, 2009 - Regular Meeting
B. Claims and Demands
Resolution No. 2010 -15
Recommendation: Adopt Resolution No. 2010-15, for payment of City expenditures in the
amount of $1,198,675.78 numbered 100700 through 100726 and 68671 and 68823,
inclusively.
C. Resolution No. 2010-05 Authoriiing the Recordation of the Irrevocable Offer of
Dedication for those Portions of L.A. County Assessors Parcel No. 5285-002.026
Proposed for Use for Public Sidewalks and Amenities
In accordance with Municipal Code Section No. 15.04.040, the owner(s) of the property
located at 2706 Lindy Avenue, have submitted an executed irrevocable offer of dedication.
The irrevocable offer of dedication has been determined by the City Engineer to be
necessary and appropriate to permit the installation of a street tree in accordance with city
standards.
Recommendation: That the City Council approve Resolution No. 2009-70, authorizing the
City Engineer to execute and record the irrevocable offer of dedication for L.A. County
Assessor Parcel No. 5285-002-026.
D. 2009 Justice Assistance Grant Program Application
The City has received notification from the U.S. Department of Justice that Rosemead is
expected to receive $28,004.66 from the 2009 Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance
Grant (JAG). These funds allow states and local governments to support a broad range of
activities to prevent and control crime and to improve the criminal justice system.
Recommendation: That the City Council authorize the City Manager to sign the
Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) and all other required contracts and certifications in
order to participate in the 2009 Justice Assistance Grant Program.
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9. MATTERS FROM CITY MANAGER & STAFF
A. Tolling Agreement with County of Los Angeles
The City Council will consider approval of an agreement with the County to avoid litigation at
this time. Last year, the County of Los Angeles presented a claim to the City seeking
indemnification and contribution from the City should the County be found liable in the case
fled against the County by the National Resources Defense Council (NRDC) and the Santa
Monica Baykeeper under the Clean Water Act (and related statutes) for stormwater quality
violations. The County fled similar claims against approximately 58 other cities, as well as a
number of other public entities.
Recommendation: That the City Council approve the proposed tolling agreement and
authorize the Mayor to execute the agreement on behalf of the City.
B. Request for Parking Improvements along Earle Avenue and Mission Drive
The Traffic Commission has reviewed parking conditions along Earle Avenue and Delta
Avenue, adjacent to Mission Drive. A resident in this neighborhood expressed concerns
regarding parking availability due to traffic associated with the nearby retirement
communities. After visiting this site, it was recommended that marked parallel parking "T's"
be installed along Earle Avenue and Delta Avenue to help delineate parking locations in the
public right-of-way.
Recommendation: That the City Couricil approve the Traffic Commission's recommendation
and authorize staff to take necessary steps to implement parking improvements along Earle
Avenue and Delta Avenue adjacent to Mission Drive.
C. Dinsmoor Heritage House Preservation Plan
With City Council authorization, Rosemead entered into an agreement, in February 2009,
with Historic Resources Group for the development of a Preservation Plan for the Dinsmoor
House. The purpose of the report is as follows:
• Document character-defining features and current conditions of the property;
• Summarize the significance and history of the Dinsmoor House;
• Make recommendations for its eventual rehabilitation and preservation; and
• Creation of as-built drawings.
Recommendation: That the City Council receive and file the Dinsmoor House Preservation
Plan and direct staff to include renovations and repairs of the museum as part of the 15-year
Capital Improvement Plan being developed in conjunction with the City's Parks, Recreation
and General Facilities Master Plan.
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ROSEMEAD CITY COUNCIL AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION JOINT MEETING AGENDA
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D. Rosemead Public Safety Connections
The City Council will consider,the creation of a community-based forum, known as
Rosemead Public Safety Connections, to facilitate enhanced community involvement in the
efforts to prevent crime and combat the influence and effects of alcohol and drugs. This
initiative is the result of the Strategic Plan goal to: "Enhance public safety and quality of life",
as well as Strategy 8 to: "Take proactive measures to prevent crime, promote safety, and
improve public perceptions of Rosemead". Rosemead Public Safety Connections will be
chaired by a member of the City. Council and will be comprised of interested citizens and
community-based organizations who share the City's commitment to preventing crime and
combating alcohol and drug abuse. Rosemead's Chief of Police will have primary and lead
responsibility for coordinating the forum with assistance provided by representatives of the
Public Safety Department, the Parks and Recreation Department and the City Manager's
Office.
Recommendation: That the City .Council approve the Rosemead Public Safety Connections
policy statement and designate a member of the City Council to serve as Chair for a term of
one year.
10. MATTERS FROM MAYOR & CITY COUNCIL.
11. ADJOURNMENT
The next joint Community Development Commission and City Council meeting is scheduled
to take place on February 23, 2010 at 6:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m., respectively.
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