CC - Minutes - 09-12-2023MINUTES OF THE CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING
SEPTEMBER 12, 2023
The regular meeting of the Rosemead City Council was called to order by Mayor Ly
at 7:00 p.m., in the Rosemead City Council Chamber located at 8838 East Valley Boulevard,
Rosemead, California.
PRESENT: Mayor Ly, Mayor Pro Tem Clark, Council Members Armenta, and Low
ABSENT: Council Member Dang
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE was led by Mayor Ly
INVOCATION was led by Mayor Pro Tem Clark
STAFF PRESENT: City Manager Kim, City Attorney Richman, Assistant City Manager Bruckner,
Director of Finance Chua, Interim Director of Community Development Wong, Director of
Parks and Recreation Boecking, Director of Public Works Chung, and City Clerk Hernandez
1. PUBLIC COMMENT
Mayor Ly opened the Public Comment period.
Sue Yamamoto, Library Manager, reported on upcoming and ongoing library programs,
including teen culture clubs that promote cultural appreciation and discussion, a
Mesoamerican mass for Hispanic Heritage Month, a new adult conversation club requiring
registration, Smarty Pants Story Time, virtual programming, and free resources for emerging
adults ages 18-25. She noted strong participation in library programs and expressed
appreciation for the library's increasing activity.
There being no additional speakers, Mayor Ly closed the Public Comment period.
2. PRESENTATIONS - None
3. PUBLIC HEARING
CEOA: The following item is not subject to the California Environmental Quality Act.
A. Public Hearing on Second Reading and Adoption of Ordinance No. 1017
Adopting by Reference the California Fire Code 2022 as Amended and Adopted
by Los Angeles County
On August 8, 2023, the City Council introduced for first reading,
Ordinance No. 1017, an ordinance adopting by reference, the 2022 California Fire
Code amended and adopted by the Los Angeles County.
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Recommendation: That the City Council take the following action:
1. Conduct a public hearing and receive public testimony;
2. Move to approve the second reading and adopt Ordinance No. 1017, by title only,
entitled:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
ROSEMEAD, COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES, STATE OF
CALIFORNIA, ADOPTING BY REFERENCE, PURSUANT TO
GOVERNMENT CODE SECTION 50022.2, THE CALIFORNIA
FIRE CODE AS AMENDED AND ADOPTED BY LOS
ANGELES COUNTY TITLE 32 LOS ANGELES COUNTY FIRE
CODE WITH CERTAIN AMENDMENTS, ADDITIONS, AND
DELETIONS THERETO
Avla Jefferson, Building Official, Transtech Engineers Inc., requested that
the Council conduct the second reading of Ordinance No. 1017. She stated
that the Council introduced Ordinance No. 1017 for first reading on August
8, 2023, and asked the Council to hold a public hearing and receive
testimony on its adoption by reference, pursuant to Government Code
Section 50022.2, of the California Fire Code as amended and adopted by
Los Angeles County Title 32, Los Angeles County Fire Code, with certain
amendments, additions, and deletions.
Mayor Ly opened the Public Comment period. There being none, Mayor Ly
closed the Public Comment period.
ACTION: Moved by Council Member Armenta and seconded by Council
Member Low to approve the second reading and adopt Ordinance No. 1017,
by title only, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
ROSEMEAD, COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES, STATE OF
CALIFORNIA, ADOPTING BY REFERENCE, PURSUANT TO
GOVERNMENT CODE SECTION 50022.2, THE CALIFORNIA
FIRE CODE AS AMENDED AND ADOPTED BY LOS
ANGELES COUNTY TITLE 32 LOS ANGELES COUNTY FIRE
CODE WITH CERTAIN AMENDMENTS, ADDITIONS, AND
DELETIONS THERETO
The motion was carried by the following vote: AYES: Armenta, Clark, Low, and
Ly NOES: None ABSENT: Dang
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4. CONSENT CALENDAR
ACTION: Mayor Pro Tem Clark requested to pull Item E; and Council Member Low
requested to pull Item F for separate discussion. Mayor Ly clarified Items C, D, E, and F
would be pulled for separate discussion.
Moved by Council Member Low and seconded by Council Member Armenta to approve
Consent Calendar Items A, B, and G through J. The motion was carried out by the following
vote AYES: Armenta, Clark, Low, and Ly NOES: None ABSENT: Dang
CE A: The following items are not subject to the California Environmental Quality Act,
unless noted on the item.
A. Claims and Demands
• Resolution No. 202347
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF ROSEMEAD, CALIFORNIA, ALLOWING CERTAIN
CLAIMS AND DEMANDS IN THE SUM OF $729,335.75
CHECKS NUMBERED 114711 THROUGH NUMBER 114821,
DRAFTS NUMBERED 6678 THROUGH NUMBER 6707 AND
EFT NUMBERED 51824 THROUGH NUMBER 51839
INCLUSIVELY
Recommendation: Adopt Resolution No. 2023-47.
• Resolution No. 2023-56
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF ROSEMEAD, CALIFORNIA, ALLOWING CERTAIN
CLAIMS AND DEMANDS IN THE SUM OF $1,858,833.20
CHECKS NUMBERED 114822 THROUGH NUMBER 114940,
DRAFTS NUMBERED 6708 THROUGH NUMBER 6720 AND
EFT NUMBERED 51840 THROUGH NUMBER 51872
INCLUSIVELY
Recommendation: Adopt Resolution No. 2023-56.
B. Minutes
Recommendations: That the City Council approve the special meeting minutes of
April 27, 2021 and September 29, 2021.
G. Second Amendment to the Professional Services Agreement with David Turch &
Associates
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On September 24, 2019, the City of Rosemead ("City") approved a Professional
Services Agreement ("Agreement") with David Turch & Associates for federal
legislative advocacy services for a three-year period, with two one-year optional
renewals. The initial Agreement was set to expire in September 2022, and the City
Council approved the first amendment to the Agreement to extend the contract for an
additional one-year term, ending in September 2023. This is the second amendment
to the agreement, and it is recommended that the City Council exercise the optional
renewal for a period of one year in an amount not -to -exceed $54,000. All other terms
and conditions set forth in the original Agreement will remain in effect.
Recommendation: That the City Council approve, authorize, and direct the
City Manager to execute the Second Amendment to the Professional Services
Agreement with David Turch & Associates in an amount not -to -exceed $54,000
for a period of one year.
H. Approval of Multi -School Loading & Unloading Curb Markings
At the April 6, 2023, Traffic Commission Meeting, staff presented a loading and
unloading zone curb markings review at the school locations of Shuey Elementary
School, Janson Elementary School, Muscatel Middle School, Encinita Elementary
School, and Savannah Elementary School. After discussion and presentation of the
item, the Traffic Commission approved the staff recommendations for curb markings
and signage in the areas as shown on the "Installation Exhibit". Public Works Field
Services staff will complete or coordinate the completion of all the recommended
items.
Recommendation: That the City Council authorize the recommended improvements
at each of the five school locations:
Location 1: Shuey Elementary School
1. Install 50' (feet) white curb west of entrance driveway, and 70' (feet) white curb
east of entrance driveway, as shown in the exhibit.
2. Install loading zone only signage along south side of wells street.
3. Install "Do Not Enter" sign (RI -5) at the exit driveway to Shuey Elementary
School parking lot.
4. Install red curb along Wells Street at Earle Avenue at crosswalk.
Location 2: Janson Elementary School
1. Refresh approximately 289' (feet) of existing white curb along south side of
Marshall Street.
2. Paint approximately 120' (feet) of white curb along west side of Bartlett Avenue.
3. Install loading zone only signage along south side of Marshall Street and west
side of Bartlett Avenue.
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Location 3: Muscatel Middle School
1. Install 70 -feet white curb on Ivar Avenue on the west curb north of the
intersection of Lawrence Avenue.
2. Install 20 -feet red curb north of the crosswalk on the west curb at the intersection
of Ivar Avenue and Lawrence Avenue.
3. Install 45 -feet red curb south of the crosswalk on the west side of Ivar Avenue
and Lawrence Avenue.
4. Install 25 -feet white curb on the west curb of Ivar Avenue north of the intersection
of Newby Avenue.
5. Install 30 -feet red curb on the west side of Ivar Avenue north of the crosswalk at
the intersection with Newby Avenue.
6. Install 20 -feet red curb on the west side of the crosswalk north of the intersection
of Ivar Avenue and Newby Avenue.
7. Install a 115 -feet white curb on the west side of Ivar Avenue south of
Newby Avenue.
8. Refresh existing crosswalks in the north and east legs at the intersections of
Lawrence Avenue and Ivar Avenue and Newby Avenue and Ivar Avenue.
9. Remove and replace existing loading zone signage with new "Loading Zone
7 am to 9 am, 12 pm to 3 pm School Days Only" sign and pole.
Location 4: Encinita Elementary School
1. Install 75 -feet white curb marking west of the driveway and 105 -feet white curb
marking east of the driveway along Lower Azusa Road.
2. Install new "Loading Zone 7 am to 9 am, 12 pm to 3 pm School Days Only" sign
and pole as shown along Lower Azusa Road and Encinita Avenue.
Location 5: Savannah Elementary School
I . Install 167 -feet white curb marking north of the exit driveway along east side of
Rio Hondo Avenue.
2. Install new "Do Not Enter" sign and "No Left Turn" sign north of the existing
school driveway.
3. Install new "Loading Zone 7 am to 9 am, 12 pm to 3 pm School Days Only"
sign and pole.
4. Install 30 -feet red curb along south side of De Adalena Street in front of the
fire hydrant.
I. Approval of Citywide Engineering and Traffic Survey
The City of Rosemead's Public Works Department completed an Engineering and
Traffic Survey (Speed Survey) for forty-two (42) street segments citywide and
prepared the City of Rosemead 2022-2023 Engineering and Traffic Survey.
The purpose of an engineering and traffic survey is to establish updated speed limits
that can be legally enforced using radar at pre -determined locations. Engineering and
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traffic surveys can be an enforceable document for a maximum of 10 years as long
as there have not been any significant changes in roadway or traffic conditions,
including, but not limited to, changes in adjoining property or land use, roadway
width, or traffic volumes (for example a traffic signal, road diet, bike lanes, road
widening, etc.).
Recommendation: That the City Council adopt Resolution No. 2023-54, entitled:
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
ROSEMEAD, CALIFORNIA TO ADOPT AND APPROVE THE
CITY OF ROSEMEAD'S 2022-2023 ENGINEERING AND
TRAFFIC SURVEY
J. Federal Legislative Advocacy Day — October 2nd — 5`1', 2023 — Washington, DC
On August 8, the City Council approved a federal lobby day for the month of
September. Due to scheduling conflicts, the Federal Legislative Advocacy Day
coordinated by the City's Federal lobbyist David Turch & Associates, is being
postponed to October 2-5, 2023. Visiting while representatives are in session
provides the maximum opportunity to meet with them face-to-face. The intent is to
conduct meetings to discuss topics on Transportation, Public Safety, Economic
Development, and various issues affecting the City of Rosemead. The City Council
will consider authorizing the attendance of any Council Member and City staff
who wishes to attend a Federal Legislative Advocacy Day in Washington, DC on
October 2-5, 2023.
Recommendation: That the City Council authorize the attendance, at City expense,
of any Council Member and City staff interested in attending a Federal Legislative
Advocacy Day in Washington, DC on October 2-5, 2023.
CONSENT CALENDAR ITEMS PULLED FOR SEPARATE DISCUSSION
C. Adoption of Resolution No. 2023-48 Approving a Two (2) Year Memorandum of
Understanding Between the City of Rosemead and the Rosemead Employee
Association, AFSCME Local 321, from July 1, 2023 Through June 30, 2025
The City Council will consider approval of a two-year Memorandum of
Understanding ("MOU") with the Rosemead Employee Association ("REA"),
Local 321 of the American Federation of State, County, and Municipal Employees
("AFSCME") covering all General Service employees. The MOU details the terms
and conditions of employment and salary ranges effective July 1, 2023, through
June 30, 2025. City representatives negotiated the tentative agreement with the
Union which has also been ratified by the Union. AFSCME is the exclusive
representative of employees in the City's General Service Unit.
Recommendation: That the City Council adopt Resolution No. 2023-48, entitled:
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A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
ROSEMEAD, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING A TWO (2) YEAR
MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING BETWEEN THE
CITY OF ROSEMEAD AND THE ROSEMEAD EMPLOYEE
ASSOCIATION, AFSCME LOCAL 321 FROM JULY 1, 2023
THROUGH JUNE 30, 2025
ACTION: Moved by Council Member Armenta and seconded by Council Member
Low to adopt Resolution No. 2023-48. The motion was carried out by the following
vote AYES: Armenta, Clark, Low, and Ly NOES: None ABSENT: Dang
D. Adoption of Resolutions No. 2023-49 Establishing Annual Salary and Benefits for
Classifications in the Unrepresented Middle Management, Professional, and
Confidential Service from July 1, 2023 Through June 30, 2025; and Resolution
No. 2023-50 Establishing Salary and Benefits for Part -Time Employees from
July 1, 2023 Through June 30, 2025
Resolution No. 2023-49 describes the salary and benefits for Middle Management.
Professional, and Confidential ("MMPC") employees effective July 1, 2023, through
June 30, 2025, while Resolution No. 2023-50 describes the salary and benefits for all
Part -Time ("PT") employees of the City.
Recommendation: That the City Council take the following action:
Adopt Resolution No. 2023-49, entitled:
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF ROSEMEAD, CALIFORNIA, ESTABLISHING ANNUAL
SALARY RANGES AND BENEFITS FOR CLASSIFICATIONS
IN THE MIDDLE MANAGEMENT, PROFESSIONAL, AND
CONFIDENTIAL SERVICE OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD
FROM JULY 1, 2023 THROUGH JUNE 30,2025; and
• Adopt Resolution No. 2023-50, entitled:
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF ROSEMEAD, CALIFORNIA, ESTABLISHING
SALARY RANGES AND BENEFITS FOR PART-TUYIE
CLASSIFICATIONS IN THE SERVICE OF THE CITY
OF ROSEMEAD FROM JULY 1, 2023 THROUGH
JUNE 30, 2025
ACTION: Moved by Council Member Armenta and seconded by Council Member
Low to adopt Resolution No. 2023-49 and Resolution No. 2023-50. The motion was
carried out by the following vote AYES: Armenta, Clark, Low, and Ly NOES:
None ABSENT: Dang
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E. Adoption of Resolutions No. 2023-51 Establishing Salary and Benefits for the City
Council of the City of Rosemead from July 1, 2023 Through June 30, 2025; and
Resolution No. 2023-52 Establishing Annual Salary and Benefits for Classifications
in the Unrepresented Executive Management Group From July 1, 2023 Through
June 30, 2025
Resolution No. 2023-51 describes the salary and benefits for the City Council, while
Resolution 2023-52 describes salary and benefits for Executive Management
(formerly known as Management) employees of the City effective July 1, 2023,
through June 30, 2025.
Recommendation: That the City Council take the following action:
• Adopt Resolution No. 2023-51, 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 FROM JULY 1, 2023 THROUGH JUNE 30, 2025;
and
• Adopt Resolution No. 2023-52, 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, 2023 THROUGH JUNE 30, 2025
Mayor Pro Tem Clark indicated she no longer had a question regarding this item.
Mayor Ly verified with his colleagues that no additional discussion was needed.
ACTION: Moved by Council Member Low and seconded by Council Member
Armenta to adopt Resolution No. 2023-51 and Resolution No. 2023-52. The motion
was carried out by the following vote AYES: Armenta, Clark, Low, and Ly
NOES: None ABSENT: Dang
F. Adoption of Resolution No. 2023-53 Amending the City of Rosemead Salary
Schedule for Fiscal Year 2023-24 and for Fiscal Year 2024-25 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
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Council even though the compensation changes were approved via a Memorandum
of Understanding and/or employee salary and benefit Resolutions.
Recommendation: That the City Council adopt Resolution No. 2023-53, entitled:
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY1
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, 2023 THROUGH JUNE 30, 2025
Council Member Low pulled Item F for comment and asked to confirm that the
City Manager had elected to forgo the proposed 3% cost -of -living salary increase.
City Manager Kim affirmed that he wanted to forgo the proposed 3% cost -of -living
salary increase.
Mayor Ly noted that Item F pertained to the City Clerk and directed discussion
back to the agendized item, after which Council Member Low acknowledged
the clarification.
5. MATTERS FROM CITY MANAGER & STAFF
A. Approval of Adjustment to Salary and Benefits for City Clerk Based on Salary and
Benefit Changes Approved to Employee Groups and Adoption of Resolution
No. 2023-55, Amending the City of Rosemead's Salary Schedule from July 1, 2023
Through June 30, 2025 to Meet the California Code of Regulations Title 2, Section
570.5 and 571 to Reflect Approved Rates
The City Council will consider the approval of an amendment to the City Clerk's
employment agreement. The amendment will be for a 4% salary increase given to all
other employees, effective July 1, 2023, and a 3% given to all other employees,
effective July 1, 2024 and other benefits.
Recommendation: That the City Council take the following actions:
Approve the granting of a 4% salary increase given to all other employees.
effective July 1, 2023, and a 3% given to all other employees, effective July 1.
2024 and other benefits.
2. Adopt Resolution No. 2023-55, amending the Comprehensive Salary Schedule
for FY 2023-24 and FY 2024-25.
City Attorney Richman explained that because the City Clerk is employed under
contract by the City Council, any salary adjustments must be approved by the
Council. The proposed contract amendment provides a 4% salary increase in the first
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year and a 3% increase in the second year, consistent with cost -of -living adjustments
provided to other employees. She also stated for the record that the City Clerk's
salary would increase from $128,160 to $133,284 in the first year and to $137,280
in the second year.
ACTION: Moved by Council Member Low and seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Clark
to adopt take the following actions:
1. Approve the granting of a 4% salary increase given to all other employees,
effective July 1, 2023, and a 3% given to all other employees, effective July 1,
2024 and other benefits.
2. Adopt Resolution No. 2023-55, amending the Comprehensive Salary Schedule
for FY 2023-24 and FY 2024-25.
The motion was carried out by the following vote AYES: Armenta, Clark, Low,
and Ly NOES: None ABSENT: Dang
B. Report on Proposed Costs Savings and Enhancements to Non -Medical Employee
Benefits
Earlier this year, the City contracted with Keenan & Associates ("Keenan") to review
the City's comprehensive non-medical benefits to ensure that City employees are
receiving the best value for their benefits, with the goal of lowering costs, expanding
benefits, or both. Keenan has completed the marketing of the City's plans and based
on the proposals received, this report provides a summary of the changes being
implemented for the 2024 open enrollment period. This report includes plan and cost
information for dental, vision, life and disability, employee assistance programs, as
well as new offerings for additional voluntary benefits for pet insurance and long-
term care insurance at no cost to the City.
Recommendations: That the City Council receive and file this report.
Human Resources Manager Alicia Ramirez reported that the City retained Keenan
& Associates to review its non-medical employee benefits with the goals of
reducing costs, enhancing benefits, and improving value. She introduced Keenan
representatives, who presented the results of the review and the benefit changes
for the 2024 open enrollment period.
Karen Goodsite, Assistant Vice President, Keenan & Associates, joined via Zoom;
summarized the review process, including employee surveys, market proposals, and
collaboration with City staff and employee groups. The recommended changes
provide an overall 24% savings on ancillary benefits, including dental, vision, life,
disability, and employee assistance programs, while enhancing coverage. New
voluntary benefits, including pet insurance, long-term care insurance, accident, and
critical illness coverage, will be offered at no cost to the City. The presentation also
highlighted implementation of a new online benefits administration system to
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improve employee access to benefit information, streamline enrollment, and reduce
administrative workload through automated carrier file feeds. A health fair and open
enrollment support, including one-on-one benefit counseling, were scheduled to
educate employees on the new benefit offerings.
Mayor Ly opened the floor to Council for questions.
Mayor Pro Tem Clark asked whether the revised benefit tiers would reduce employee
benefits.
Human Resources Manager Ramirez clarified that the dental plan would remain with
Ameritas and that the change from two to three tiers would lower costs for employees
without reducing benefits.
In response to questions about life insurance, Assistant Vice President Goodsite
explained that additional voluntary life insurance would be available.
Human Resources Manager Ramirez noted that the new offerings include enhanced
coverage options.
Council Member Armenta asked whether employee information would transfer to the
new benefits administration system.
Human Resources Manager Ramirez confirmed that it would while encouraging
employees to review their benefit selections during open enrollment.
C. Introduction of Ordinance No. 1019 — Amending Municipal Code Section 1. 12.010 -
Moving the Date of the City's General Municipal Election Date from Statewide
Primary of Even -Numbered Years to the Date of the Statewide General Election in
Even -Numbered Years
On August 8, 2023, the City Council directed City staff to return with an ordinance
to move the City's General Election date from the staggered State Primary Election
cycle of March/June of even -numbered years to the Statewide General Election cycle
of November of even -numbered years. While there was consensus by the City
Council to move the current staggered election cycle to a November election cycle
for consistency, there was no clarification on whether the City Council would like
the ordinance to be effective beginning with the November 2024 or November 2026
election cycle. The proposed ordinance will also adjust the terms of office for elected
officeholders. City staff is seeking clarification for when the proposed ordinance
should be effective.
Recommendation: That the City Council take the following actions:
Decide if the proposed ordinance in changing the City's election date to the
Statewide General Election be effective for the November 2024 or November
2026 election cycle; and
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2. Introduce for first reading, waive further reading, and approve by title only,
Ordinance No. 1019, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
ROSEMEAD, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING MUNICIPAL CODE
SECTION 1.12.010, CHANGING THE DATE OF THE CITY'S
GENERAL MUNICIPAL ELECTION FROM THE STATEWIDE
PRIMARY OF EACH EVEN -NUMBERED YEARS TO THE
DATE OF THE STATEWIDE GENERAL ELECTION IN EVEN -
NUMBERED YEARS AND ADJUSTING THE TERMS OF
OFFICE ACCORDINGLY
City Clerk Hernandez presented the proposed ordinance to align the City's municipal
elections with the statewide November general election in even -numbered years, as
previously directed by the City Council. She explained that the Council needed to
determine whether the change would take effect beginning with the November 2024
election or the November 2026 election. If implemented in 2024, the March 2024
election would be moved to November 2024, extending the terms of the affected
Council Members by eight months. If implemented in 2026, the March 2024 election
would proceed as scheduled, with future term adjustments of five or eight months to
align with the new election cycle.
City Attorney Richman confirmed that either implementation date was legally
permissible at the Council's discretion.
Mayor Ly opened the Public Comment period and read into the record a written
comment from Resident Barbara Murphy:
"Good evening Council Members,
The change to City Council elections from March and June to Novembers in even
numbered years is a good thing. I believe it should start in November of 2026.
The filing date to run in the March 2024 election is only 2 and a half months away.
There could be residents planning on running and talking to people and raising
money. It would not be fair to them to move the 2024 election to November 2024.
Barbara Murphy"
There being no additional speakers, Mayor Ly closed the Public Comment period.
Council Members discussed the merits of the proposed implementation dates.
Mayor Pro Tem Clark reiterated her longstanding opposition to moving local
elections from standalone elections, expressing concern that November elections
diminish the focus on local issues.
Council Member Armenta noted that November elections historically produce higher
voter turnout and emphasized fairness in adjusting Council terms while also
recognizing the importance of allowing prospective 2024 candidates to proceed under
the existing election schedule.
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Council Member Low stated that she had no strong preference between
implementation dates but supported moving to a consistent November election cycle
to reduce voter confusion.
Mayor Ly stated that, while he preferred standalone local elections, the split March
and June cycle created unnecessary confusion. He concluded that beginning the
change in November 2026 would be the fairest approach because it would allow the
planned March 2024 election to proceed without disrupting potential candidates.
Council Member Low indicated agreement with that approach.
City Attorney Richman answered by saying the date just needs to indicate as of when
the primary election would take place.
City Clerk Hernandez stated writing "as of was sufficient for a date. She stated the
proper date to put into writing would be written as "as of November 2026".
City Attorney Richman read that the City's General Municipal Election shall be
moved from the statewide primary election of even number years to the date of the
statewide election in even number years.
ACTION: Moved by Mayor Ly and seconded by Council Member Armenta to take
the following actions:
Changing the date of the City's General Municipal Election Date from the
Statewide Primary Election to the Statewide General Election to November 2026.
2. Introduce for first reading, waive further reading, and approve by title only,
Ordinance No. 1019, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
ROSEMEAD, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING MUNICIPAL CODE
SECTION 1.12.010, CHANGING THE DATE OF THE CITY'S
GENERAL MUNICIPAL ELECTION FROM THE STATEWIDE
PRIMARY OF EACH EVEN -NUMBERED YEARS TO THE
DATE OF THE STATEWIDE GENERAL ELECTION IN EVEN -
NUMBERED YEARS AND ADJUSTING THE TERMS OF
OFFICE ACCORDINGLY
The motion was carried by the following vote: AYES: Armenta, Low, and Ly
NOES: Clark ABSENT: Dang
Mayor Ly asked City Attorney Richman and City Clerk Hernandez to detail at the
next Council meeting how residents can directly exercise the electorate's authority to
subject the Council's adoption of the election change ordinance to a referendum vote,
should they choose to do so.
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D. Report, Discussion, and Direction Regarding the 2030 Imagine Rosemead
Strategic Plan
On October 26, 2021, The Rosemead City Council adopted a new strategic plan that
imagines what the City will be like in the coming 10 years. The strategic plan has
acted as a roadmap for implementing Rosemead's vision for the City as well as
ongoing improvements. This update outlines the first two years of the plan and
provides a progress report on the goals and items that were identified in the 230
Strategic Plan.
Recommendation: That the City Council discuss and provide direction on the
Strategic Plan.
Mayor Ly recommended limiting the presentation to a brief overview and
scheduling a special meeting for a more comprehensive review and discussion
of the Strategic Plan.
City Manager Kim reported that staff had completed the required two-year progress
update; noted of the 71 Strategic Plan action items, 57 are on track, 6 are delayed,
8 are not on track, and 18 have been completed. He noted that the Executive Team
has been meeting every two months to monitor implementation and that staff believes
the City is making strong progress.
Mayor Ly invited Department Heads to highlight notable accomplishments within
their respective departments.
Finance Director Chua reported that the Council's authorization to transfer $7 million
into the Public Facilities Internal Service Fund strengthens the City's ability to
address future facility maintenance and infrastructure needs.
Council Member Armenta commended staff for maintaining Rosemead's strong
financial standing, noting the City's recognition for fiscal stability within the
San Gabriel Valley, and Mayor Pro Tem Clark concurred.
Parks and Recreation Director Boecking highlighted the reestablishment of the Youth
Advisory Committee, expanded youth engagement efforts, and ongoing work to
improve public communication about City programs and services.
City Manager Kim introduced newly appointed Public Works Director Noya Wang,
who expressed enthusiasm about leading the City's fully funded Capital Improvement
Program and pursuing additional infrastructure grant opportunities. Mr. Kim noted
that the City currently has 55 fully funded capital improvement projects underway.
Human Resources Manager Ramirez reported on expanded employee training
initiatives, including CPR, anti -harassment, workplace safety, active shooter
preparedness, and other professional development programs.
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At the request of City Manager Kim, Chief of Police Lieutenant Tiwari provided an
update on the City's partnership with L.A. CADA, describing its proactive homeless
outreach program that provides five -day -a -week engagement, connects individuals
with treatment and housing services, and coordinates with Sheriffs deputies, Code
Enforcement, and City staff.
City Manager Kim noted that weekly performance reports would be provided to the
Council.
Mayor Pro Tem Clark expressed appreciation for the program, and Council Member
Armenta requested that future community outreach events be held on both sides
of the City.
Mayor Ly directed the City Clerk to coordinate a special meeting for a detailed
Strategic Plan review and thanked staff for their continued work on implementing
the Strategic Plan.
6. MATTERS FROM MAYOR & CITY COUNCIL
A. Discussion Regarding Letter of Support of Senate Bill 710 (Durazo) Sale of Excess
State Highway Property: State Highway Route 710 Terminus — As Amended
Mayor Ly requested the City Council discuss the support of Senate Bill (SB) 710
(Durazo) sale of excess state highway property: state highway route 710 terminus
as amended.
Recommendation: City Council discuss and provide further direction to City staff.
Mayor Ly explained that he had placed the item on the agenda after being asked to
sign a letter regarding Senate Bill 710. Given the City's longstanding interest in issues
related to the SR -710 corridor, he believed the matter warranted Council discussion
before taking a position.
Mayor Pro Tem Clark expressed concern that the proposed governance structure did
not include representation for Rosemead or Monterey Park despite the impacts of
the SR -710 corridor on those communities.
Management Analyst Pifieda explained that the City had previously opposed the
bill in support of the City of Alhambra's position because Rosemead lacked
representation. She noted that Alhambra later changed its position after amendments
to the bill established a regional planning task force with broader representation.
Council Member Armenta requested additional information regarding the
amendments that led to Alhambra's change in position.
Council Member Low stated that she would like additional time to review the
amendments before taking action.
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Following discussion, the Council reached a consensus to table the item and directed
staff to gather additional information on the bill and its amendments for consideration
at a future meeting.
ACTION: Moved by Council Member Low and seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Clark
to table this item to a future meeting. The motion was carried out by the following
vote AYES: Armenta, Clark, Low, and Ly NOES: None ABSENT: Dang
B. Council Comments
Council Member Armenta thanked Parks and Recreation Director Boecking, Public
Works, and City staff for organizing the City's 9/11 Memorial Ceremony,
commending the meaningful tribute to those who lost their lives and to first
responders. She noted the positive feedback received from attendees and expressed
appreciation for staffs continued commitment to honoring the event each year.
Council Member Armenta also requested that the meeting be adjourned in memory
of former City employee Rebecca Estorga.
Council Member Low thanked staff for organizing the 9/11 Memorial Ceremony and
reminded the public of the upcoming Moon Festival on September 23, where she will
be performing. She requested increased Sheriffs patrols near the Motel 6 area due to
concerns about homeless activity and thanked staff for addressing short-term rental
complaints in her neighborhood. Mrs. Low also requested a report from the Sheriffs
Department regarding response times to a neighborhood noise complaint on August
28, including call activity, staffing levels, and the reason for the delayed response.
Mayor Pro Tem Clark commended staff for the successful 9/11 Memorial Ceremony
and reported on her attendance at the Contract Cities Fall Educational Seminar,
where discussions focused on housing issues and preserving local control over land
use decisions.
Mayor Ly also thanked Parks and Recreation staff and all City employees for the
successful 9/11 Memorial Ceremony and noted his attendance at the Contract Cities
Fall Educational Seminar. He requested that the appointment of the interview panel
for the Temple Station Captain/Chief of Police selection process be agendized for a
future meeting. He also requested that staff bring forward amendments to the
City's policy regarding the naming of parks and memorial features to allow the
Parks and Recreation Commission to exercise that authority. Finally, he requested a
future agenda item to discuss a conceptual Civic Center park project, including
opportunities to enhance the existing Civic Center grounds with additional public
open space.
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6. ADJOURNMENT
Council Member Armenta shared remarks in memory of Rebecca "Becky" Estorga, a former
Parks and Recreation Coordinator who retired in 2012 and passed away on August 15, 2023,
after battling leukemia. Ms. Armenta recognized Becky's many years of dedicated service to
the City and her lasting contributions to the Parks and Recreation Department.
Mayor Ly adjourned the meeting at 8:48 p.m. in memory of Rebecca Estorga before the
Council recessed back into Closed Session. The next City Council meeting will take place
on September 26, 2023, at 7:00 p.m. in the Rosemead City Hall Council Chamber.
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