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CC - Item 9A - Minutes 02-09-10Minutes of the JOINT CITY COUNCIL AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING February 9, 2010 The regular meeting of the Rosemead City Council and Community Devek order by Mayor Clark at 6:03 p.m. in the Rosemead City Council Chamber Boulevard, Rosemead, California. FLAG SALUTE: Chair/Mayor Clark INVOCATION: Vice-Chair/Mayor Pro Tern Taylor PRESENT: Mayor/Chairwoman Clark, Mayor Pro Tem/VICE Armenta, Council Member/Commissioner Low, and Counci STAFF PRESENT: City Manager Allred, Assistant City Manager Ha Community Development Director Wong, Director of Finance Brisco, Montgomery-Scott, Economic Development Administrator.Ramirez, I Public Works Director Marcarello, and City Clerk Molledal~_~ 1. PUBLIC COMMENTS 2. COMMISSION A. Claims ion was called to East Valley , Council D sioner Ly. h, City Attorney Montes, of Parks and Recreation airs, Manager Flores, Deputy :commendation: Adopt Resolution No. 2010-07 for payment of Commission expenditures the amount of $,141,407,1:89 demand nos. 10071 through 10073 and demand nos. 11225 rouah 11230. \ I B. Walnut•Grove,Avenue Beautification and Traffic Congestion Improvements-Award of 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-tum pocket at Walnut Grove Avenue and Ramona Boulevard to reduce traffic congestion. Rosemead Community Development Commission and . City Council Joint Meeting NO. Minutes of February 9, 2010 Page 1 of 17 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. Commissioner/Council Member Polly Low made a motion, seconded by Member Sandra Armenta to approve Commission Consent Calendar. Vc Yes: Armenta, Clark, Low, Ly, Taylor No: None Abstain: None Absent: None 3. MATTERS FROM EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR & STAFF A. Approval of Changes to Commercial Fagade In 2001, the Rosemead Commd Fagade Program (Fagade Progr Commercial districts within each fiscal year and includ to lack of panic in: ncil on,approved a Commercial 3 the vitality of the City's Bade Program was discontinued in Program has since been amended coding options'and a simplified application procedure from the previous its were designedJo, improve the two main deficiencies of the previous nlamounts and flexibility of programs. Program. Economic Mayor Pro Tem 'Gary• improve the two main.( programs." Mr. Taylor Development Commission approve Resolution No. and administration of Commercial Fagade Ramirez reviewed the staff report. red to a statement of the staff report; "these elements were designed to of the previous program - low grant/loan amounts and flexibility of had changed and what were they before. Mrs. Ramirez replied that the City only had one rebate program up to a maximum of $25,000 and a loan program up to $50,000 and those amounts have now gone up. Mrs. Ramirez explained that the rebate did not use to be very flexible on what it could be done with it; you couldn't do general improvements with it, you could only do signage improvements, minor fagade improvements to it otherwise you needed to go through the loan process program in order to do general improvements, such as, new roof, and things like that. Council Member Steven Ly referred to page 6 of the report and stated that his concern with industrial buildings was that; he understands that the City wants its corridors to look nice however; stated that we have Rosemead Community Development Commission and City Council Joint Meeting Minutes of February 9, 2010 Page 2 of 17 some industrial businesses along Garvey that need to be included because they are one of the reasons why Garvey is not as exciting as it could be. Mrs. Ramirez replied that would not be a problem and that an appeal process had be added in case someone wanted to appeal a denial and ask the Executive Director to review it as well. Mayor Pro Tern Gary Taylor stated that all of the City's businesses pay taxes and a little concern at what is being proposed here because this is only for the businesses in the project area but yet it is through tax increment funding. Mrs. Ramirez replied that it was through the City's Redevelopment fund project area. Mr. Taylor asked were we got the tax increment from. Mrs. Ramirez replied that he was correct; from the businesses within Council Member Polly Low stated that the increment was b~ project areas; as property value goes up the difference, the frozen. Mr. Taylor replied that was correct but that is whei the-money comes dollars. Mayor Margaret Clark stated then-that would be can only be used in the project areas. ierty value goes up'in those assess value versus when it was the growth goes in Council Member Sandra`Artnenta stated that Mr. Taylorwas referring to other business outside the project areas. \ } J Mr. Taylor stated tliat was correct,and thaf we were pinning two sides against the other; those in the redevelopment area they get,the benefit even though-they didn't do it specifically; in other words the increments come from ne`w,improvements increase in value. If there are new projects that come in and buildings. Other businesses within the city'at large and those in the project area many of them haven't improve that much to get a fair 'share of getting these kinds of benefits. What I find uncomfortable is that the City has about,1000 businesses in the City; if you are in the project area then you get all of these benefits but the rest of the City:sbusinesses j/don't get it. Mayor Clark asked thesC y Attorney if there was any way for them (businesses) to get these benefits. Mrs. Ramirez stated thafthe money could be used outside of the project area but the Commission needed to make a number of findings in order for that to take place, such as, that the improvement benefits the project area, that there are no other reasonable financial means to do that improvement, that it helps remove blight from the project area, and that it is consistent with the City's implementation plan. City Attorney Joseph Montes stated that the most important point to focus on was that the use of the funds outside of the project area have to contribute to the elimination of blight within the project area. So if you have a business that is a block or two outside the area and they are going to redo their fagade; it might be difficult Rosemead Community Development Commission and City Council Joint Meeting Minutes of February 9, 2010 Page 3 of 17 to make a determination that that new faeade is somehow going to improve the. project area a block or two away. This is more targeted at trying to given a face lift to the businesses within the project area. Mayor Pro Tern Taylor when you go down Garvey Boulevard if you are east San Gabriel you get the benefits; if you are west of San Gabriel Boulevard and you are everyday business man just like those that are east of San Gabriel Boulevard; one gets the benefit of it and the other doesn't even though either one contributed money. I hate to see that the businesses to the west do not get the benefits but business to the east of San Gabriel, who did not do anything as far as increasing the tax value, they have the benefit of the program; I can't find the equity in that. Council Member Sandra Armenta stated that she agreed with Mr. Taylor; its east or west of San Gabriel; how can we tell a business owner that is don't qualify but if you were just a little further east you would of qualified'. Council Member Steven Ly stated that "I think that has to do with,tt redevelopment and my understanding of how redevelopment,wIoork feel it is underutilized and with that we use tax increments funds to which is near Garvey and its east of San Gabriel Boulevard I could project area because it needs significant improvement. We have a towards improving a fagade, the buildings, the way the buildings'lo have said needs improvement. I think that this.is a good start and Council Member Polly Low I am very excited about•thi! do a face lift of our main corridor; some corridor that is are using funds from the redevelopment agency andNtt think this is a great program we-just need to do it right; participation and that v very good start; I have what we need this is w Mayor Clark asked'if there were project area;,what would be the City Manager,\Allred responded findings of'thafproject area; it's you.gadown Garvey regardless if lestt of San Gabriel, no sorry you :what ipurpose of define an area in the city that we e upon that area\Now where I live ;rstand why that wasn;t part of the funds that we want%to dedicated signs, of an area that we as a city use of that money. finally have a chance to rt of'the,project areas. I agree with Mr. Ly that we is,the,purpose-obit; is to revitalize our City.. So I will publicize-it, make sure we have good and build A reputation of the City. I think this is a s for a while; I really want to see this because this is is is'a chance for us to do it. can up the ci Allred about a facelift and rested in the program and they were outside the the project area. of explained that the Commission would have to make you can find findings. City Attorney Joseph'Montes added that to extend the project area, it requires a comprehensive study, a blight study, a CEQUA processMu need public hearings and more importantly you need to get the County on board because you are going to now start taking tax increment from properties that the County was receiving their tax share from and they are usually resistant to do that expansion. Council Member Polly Low I think what this program will get things started, as businesses start seeing that certain areas are all ready cleaned up and the building are nice, that will give them an incentive to clean up their own building. This program is to give property owners a little incentive to help them out and give them some money to subsidize them. And I think it will also stimulate other property owners that will be willing to do it for themselves. Maybe we will run into situations where they can't do it because of money and maybe the City can find a way to help out under those circumstances. Rosemead Community Development Commission and City Council Joint Meeting Minutes of February 9, 2010 Page 4 of 17 Mayor Clark asked if there was a way that the City could help. City Manager Allred stated that CDBG funds could be utilized. Mrs. Ramirez added that CDBG funds could be utilized; CDBG would have to be used in our eligible targeted areas. Mayor Clark stated that this was a special fund and the money would not be taken from the community. Mrs. Ramirez replied that would be up to the Council to determine how they wanf,to divide the money that the City receives. She added that everything on the east of San Gabriel is in a•CDBG target area. Council Member Sandra Armenta stated that she thought the Garvey does need to be cleaned up but we do not want other feeling and needed program; Commissioner/Council Member Polly Low made a Member Sandra Armenta to approve Commission Yes: Armenta, Clark, Low, Ly No: Taylor Abstain: None Absent: None City Attorney Joseph Montes asked that City Cour noted that Item B referencingthe'Citys negotiator 4. CLOSED A. by Commissir Vote resulted es"sion regarding the listed items and Jeff Allred. 1) Government Code,54956.9(c): Initiation of Litigation (2 matter) 2) Government Code 54956.9(a): NRDC v. County of Los Angeles, Case No. 08-1467 AHM (P,LAx) 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 City Attorney Joseph Montes announced that Council would be going into closed session to discuss the items listed with one correction; under "negotiator for the City" it should state City Manager Jeff Allred. City Council recessed to Closed Session at 6:23 p.m. Rosemead Community Development Commission and City Council Joint Meeting Minutes of February 9, 2010 Page 5 of 17 Council reconvened back from closed session at 7:00 p.m. City Attorney Joseph Montes announced that the City Council would have to reconvene back to Closed Session after the regular meeting because they had not concluded the Closed Session. The regular meeting of the Rosemead City Council was called to order by Mayor Clark at 7:00 p.m. in the Rosemead City Council Chamber located at 8838 East Valley Boulevard, Rosemead, California. FLAG SALUTE: Mayor Clark INVOCATION: Mayor Pro Tern Taylor PRESENT: Mayor Clark, Mayor Pro Tem Taylor, Council Member Council Member Ly. STAFF PRESENT: City Manager Allred, Assistant City Community Development Director Wong, Director of Fir Montgomery-Scott, Economic Development Administral and City Clerk Molleda 5. PRESENTATIONS EDI Media Recognition for a Mayor Clark presented a certificate of recognition event festival. Mrs. Clark also,apologized for not the event however, since it,had been reschedules newly rescheduled date Council Member Polly Low annual Lunar New Year-fe: with Member Low. and iager Havikesworth, City Attorney Montes, a,Brisco, Director of Parks and Recreation amirer ty Public Works Direct r'Marcarello, Year Event iao for his support during the Lunar New Year ie event and explained that she planned to attend made previous plans to be out of town on the ielping the City of Rosemead put together the first 1. Mrs. Low stated that a lot of residents and ces and thanked EDI once again for partnering the Council Member\andra Armerita thanked;Mr. Chao and stated there was a great turnout from Rosemead residents and neighboring residents. Mrs. Armenta added that it was great participating in the first annual Rosemead LunarNew.Year event./ Jack Chao thanked the City Council and stated that this could not been done without their support. Mr. Chao thanked City Manager Jeff-Allred, Chief of Police Tim Murakami, and Parks and Recreation Director David Montgomery-Scott for all their help and support. Mayor Margaret Clark announced that item 9C would be moved up on the agenda for discussion. 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 Rosemead Community Development Commission and City Council Joint Meeting Minutes of February 9, 2010 Page 6 of 17 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 ~tththe City's Parks, Recreation and General Facilities Master Plan. Director of Parks and Recreation David Montgomery-Scott reviewed Linda Jones - Director of the Dinsmoor Heritage Cultural Museum sta non-profit organization to bring awareness to the Dinsmoor,House histc community. Ms. Jones stated that once inside the house,-ifs like steppi resource for school children to see what life was like when RbsemeaP opportunity to restore the house and make it available for future gene Ed Jones - stated that he grew up near the Dinsmoor House whe\• about the previous restorations done to the house but would like to see staff iep\\ ~d seven years ago, they formed a y and the jewel that is in the g.back in time, which haslbecome a as-inits infancy. There is an ons. s.with the boy-scouts. Also, talked ,City -assist with the up keep. Julie Gentry - has lived in Rosemead since 1983 acid heard-about the•Dinsmoor House in 2002 while participating in a Chamber of Commerce activity. She reiterated that,they all love the house and hopes to see it repair as soon as possible.,Added, that in all the plans4o beautify Rosemead, Ms. Gentry felt the Dinsmoor House should be an important part ofthe~process. She wrote a letter to the Council in December of 2009, stating the front of hou"e'is.deterriiorati/ng more and more't~o`day. Jean Hall - stated"that she wMort to to g~n,a historical house, which is near by Staple Center. Ms. Hall reiterated-that,in every special place, in every group of people, in time has always held onto something that has describe that amazing time in history. Thanked Council and staff for their support, and adde&that her concern is the rehabilitation and preservation plans. Also, that the longer it takes to fix the house, the faster,it will be forgotten\and the community will loose interest. Council Member Arrrienta state that she was fortunate to attend the house when she was in elementary and that is what sparked`her love for Rosemead. Ms. Armenta added that the City needs to preserve it because it our heritage. Council Member Ly stated the report was a joy to read because it talked a little about Rosemead's history and it needs to be safe guarded and protected. As Rosemead continues to grow with time, the City cannot forget where our history is and that is what the Dinsmoor House represents. Council Member Low agreed that it is important to preserve the past. However, she has received many calls from residents concern about the price of restoring the house. Ms. Low suggested that maybe we can fundraise to help fix it. Rosemead Community Development Commission and City Council Joint Meeting Minutes of February 9, 2010 Page 7 of 17 Mayor Clark inquired if some of the work such as painting may be done by volunteers? And if so, how soon could that be done? Director of Parks and Recreation David Montgomery-Scott replied it was certainly possible to get volunteers. However, in order to paint the exterior or interior, according to the plans, there is concern with damage within the walls. There are two ways to approached it, which is to rip a wall as see what is behind it, which is never recommended on a historical house or there is probing. Mayor Clark asked if the house acquired more damaged from the current rain Director of Parks and Recreation David Montgomery-Scott replied no, dealt with before and it is possible that increase damaged has occurre the Council would like to do in phase 1, and take a look at the walls fir Council Member Low stated that it would be a good idea to restoration process. Mayor Pro Tern Taylor inquired on the cost of the restoratioi received a report yet; Council had just received it from staff. it been taken care of, none of the issues have been insultant has itemized things if are apart of the director Director of Parks and Recreation David Montgomery:Scott explained that once the report is received and file by Council, then staff is authorize to release the\report Mayor Pro Tern Taylor reiterated that the cost of the'project'is about; $5.14;000 or an alternative cost of $368,000 and both of the choices-do•not recommend~he.$72,000 fire sprinklers system to be put in; we are looking at almost $600 thousanddollas> Mr. Taylor asked for these issues to be addresses on the agenda for the next meeting. Mr. Taylor has noticed the Dinsmoor House porch is raised up and you can see the deterioration and rot of fhe•post.and would like the post replaced and the two beams up above. Ms. Jones stated'theirno\p or ft orga zin ation would be,, to pay for the repair, but hopes that the City Council considers the-restoration of the house; in addition, there are grant monies available and unfortunately they are,unable to apply fongrant money because they do not have a business agreement or an official agreement between their nor profit agency, and the owner of the house, which is the City. Mayor Pro Tem Tayl\sked what egal right the non-profit organization has to repair that post. Ms. Jones replied that they do,not, they would ask for the city's permission if they provide the money for that Mayor Pro Tern Taylor fed to officially do this; staff would have to bring this issue back to the next meeting Mayor Clark asked staff to look into what kind of business agreement the Dinsmoor House organization needs to apply for grants. Ms. Jones clarified that their organization in the past submitted a plan to get an an agreement with the city. Also, added that they can seek what is needed with other businesses in the city and volunteers to help restore the house. Rosemead Community Development Commission and City Council Joint Meeting Minutes of February 9, 2010 Page 8 of 17 Mayor Pro Tern Taylor appreciates what Ms. Jones is proposing, but there are other problems such as the insurance problems and liability problems. The City has to make sure they approve what the organization is doing to avoid a lawsuit if something happens. Council Member Ly stated there. are other conditions that must be met in order to keep the property historic. Council Member Ly made a motion, second by Mayor Pro Tern Taylor to 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. Vote resulted in: 1 6. None Yes: Armenta, Clark, Ly, Annual a zen input whidh will be used to develop a Five Year ial Plan fortlie upcoming 2010-11 Fiscal Year for the use of f-Ro mes ead is a federal entitlement grant recipient of Gr na t and HOME Investment Partnership funds from the d Urban Development (HUD). As part of the process to indertake development of a Consolidated Plan every five (5) be completed annually. The City's current Consolidated Plan The`Consolidated Plan is required to include an Annual Action Plan for the Fiscal Year periohuly 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. Rosemead Community Development Commission and City Council Joint Meeting Minutes of February 9, 2010 Page 9 of 17 Economic Development Administrator Ramirez - reviewed the staff report. Mayor Clark opened the public hearing at 7:21 p.m. Frances Espinoza, Executive Director of Housing Rights Center talked about the partnership with the city that they've had for 15 years. They provide fair housing under the CDBG funds and prepared a presentation of descriptions of services that are provided to residents. n Mayor Clark asked Ms. Espinoza if the Housing Right Center has also homes that have their rents raised. Ms. Espinoza replied they have spoken to mobile home re her presentation and reiterated that the city has funded the hopes the city will continue to provide this important progra Mayor Clark questioned the section of race and why did it Ms. Espinoza explained that technically "hispanic" is not it is under "other" for race. ___I. Council Member Sandra stated that it is usually is\ Ms. Espinoza explained thatwhempeopie call and < Hispanic or a combination of.N"tiVe•American or Wh how the client self identifies the center tracks the cli, John Lovato, Director of B funding the block'g-rant to th th helped and,serviced"over 1, way. of the mobile ast. Ms\Espinoza continues with center for the past 15 years and other? , it's an "ethnicity" and that is why 'they are, sometimes they say do say White or other. Depending gad School District. Thanked Council for 1996. There are many programs that have Isaactonialez, Assistant Principal at Rosemead High School stated that they have received money from CDBG since 2005 and their program offersacademic and career goals to students. Mr. Gonzalez stated that their program is able to provide counseling services academically and kids at risk to achieve better in high school. Jude Olivia expresse\rec" iation for the support of the City. Their non-profit organization, Legends of Character, caters to youtti.annd student athletes in the community in Rosemead. Zeke Prado, Co-founder of Legends of Character, talked about what they have been doing and stated that three students are ready to graduate from a 4-year college; and nine have receive athletic scholarships. Representative of Family Counseling Center passed out a hand out of information and thanked Council for their support. Rosemead Community Development Commission and City Council Joint Meeting Minutes of February 9, 2010 Page 10 of 17 Holly Knapp, representing People for People stated they have over four hundred people a month attending their food bank. They have been working with Albertson's market getting food from them, are sharing with other organizations as well. People for People appreciate the funding that the city has been able to provide with the CDBG grants for the past ten years. People for People want to get together with other organizations in helping Haiti to give them food that is in excess in their storage. Mayor Clark closed the public hearing at 8:03 pm. Economic Development Administrator Ramirez explained that the next step would,be a staff-endorse project for councils review and approval and there will be one more public hearing adopting the five year consolidated plan and action plan. City Manager Allred clarified there is no action required tonight 8. CITY COUNCIL CONSENT CALENDAR A. Minutes November 17, 2009 - Reg Minutes of November 17, & Claims and Demands Resolution~No. 102 `15 Recd//mmendation: Ado}7pt amount of $1198;675.78 rr inclusively. C. Resolution IVo:~2010-OS ~ Dedication for those Por \\Proposed for Use.for Pul The to next Resolution N6.'20,10-15, for payment of City expenditures in the umbered 100700 through 100726 and 68671 and 68823, orizing the Recordation of the Irrevocable Offer of s of L.A. County Assessors Parcel No. 5285.002-026 Sidewalks and Amenities with' Municipal Code Section No. 15.04.040, the owner(s) of the property ,Lindy Avenue, have submitted an executed irrevocable offer of dedication. offer of dedication has been determined by the City Engineer to be appropriate to permit the installation of a street tree in accordance with city 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. Rosemead Community Development Commission and City Council Joint Meeting Minutes of February 9, 2010 Page 11 of 17 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 Mayor Pro Tem Gary Taylor made a motion, seconded by Council Member,Steven Ly to approve the Consent Calendar EXCEPT for Minutes of the November 17'"-City Council meet nq. Vote resulted in: Yes: Armenta, Clark, Low, Ly, Taylor No: None Abstain: None Absent: None 9. MATTERS FROM CITY MANAGER & ST A. Tolling Agreement with County The City Council'will consider approv'al,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 indem f cation and contribution from thebty should the County be found liable in the case filed against the County by'the•Nati_ onal Resources Defense Council (NRDC) and the Santa Moriica,Baykeeper under the-Clean Water Act (and related statutes) for stormwater quality violations. The County filed similar claims against approximately 58 other cities, as well as a number of other,oublic entities. o endatiori: That-the City Council approve the proposed tolling agreement and the Mayor to execute the agreement on behalf of the City. City Attorney Montes•stated tt athe Tolling Agreement was presented to the City from the County. They are involved in a defense of an action brought by the National Resources Defense Council, involving certain violations of the clean water act. The County believes that ultimately all the cities may need to participate in the litigation. Mr. Montes explained, that at this time rather than drag all the cities into the litigation, the County is asking if the City is willing to sign a Tolling Agreement indicating that the statues of limitations to bring the City in will be deferred until such time; when it makes more sense for the City to get involve. Mr. Montes' office is recommending that the City execute the Tolling Agreement, simply because it will avoid the cost or incurring any additional cost at this point in time with respect to the litigation and depending on how that litigation goes with the County, the City may avoid any cost at all. Rosemead Community Development Commission and City Council Joint Meeting Minutes of February 9, 2010 Page 12 of 17 Council Member Ly made a motion, seconded by Council Member Low to approve the Tolling Agreement with the County of Los Angeles. Vote resulted in: Yes: Armenta, Clark, Low, Ly, Taylor No: None Abstain: None Absent: None B. Request for Parking Improvements along Earle Avenue The Traffic Commission has reviewed parking conditions A]( Avenue, adjacent to Mission Drive. A resident in thismeigh regarding parking availability due to traffic associated, communities. After visiting this site, it was recommended that be installed along Earle Avenue and Delta Avenue to-help deli public right-of-way. Recommendation: That the City Council app( and authorize staff to take necessary steps to Avenue and Delta Avenue adjacent to Mission Deputy Public Works Director Marcarello Mayor Pro Tern Taylor stated that there are five d way. Mr. Taylor clarified that the-accusation is the Resident's complaints were'tha Council Member Ly made,a n Commission's recommendati Avenue and Delta-Avenue ~ad Yes: Armenta No: None Abstain: Non( Absent: None D. Rosemead Pu were Drive Earle Avenue and Delta ood expressed concerns the nearby retirement rked parallel parking "T's" ~ 11 e ,Darkino locations in the improvements along Earle *native`s; andsfelt the city was going loose either the mission,facility that is causing the problem. blocking tlieir driveways. by Couneil'Mdmber Armenta to approve the Traffic ze st, aff toimplement parking improvements along Earle )n.Drive. Vote resulted in: Taylor Safety Connections The CitYCouncil 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 Rosemead Community Development Commission and City Council Joint Meeting Minutes of February 9, 2010 Page 13 of 17 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. Chief of Police Lt. Murakami reviewed the staff report. Council Member Low stated she sent and email to City Manager Allred which Ms. Low was told personally that happened in Rosemead. She t wishes to be part of the committee. Ms. Low stated she wants to be in nature of the crimes. Lt. Murakami continued, that the Wednesday monthly meetings at the captains and general community leaders on how to take care of them: will involve different entities within the community and trying to,get ev( resources. For example, Garvey Intermediate School is having a gout teach a class on cyber bullying and sexting and our goal is to Mayor Pro Tern Taylor asked if there will be overlapping of.the two Lt Murakami replied yes there will be, because he will be month to the parents; but the general,overall goal is a littl Mayor Pro Tern Taylor Lt Murakami replied yes, it is Council Member Ly of the crime and the Council City Manager Allied stated that Council Member Ly r a committee through some car thefts, two of p to Lt. Murakami and nderstand more about the Safety Center involve block ~ o7 The Public Safety Committee on the same page and sharing iit and staff will be going to this month to the kids and next the Publid, Safety Center,is,big enough for this program. good idea to bring together the community to talk about the root is veryinterest in serving in the committee as well. of Norco, has a Chair and a Vice-Chair and rotate seats every year. ion, second by Council Member Armenta to approve the formation of statement. Vote resulted in: Yes: Armenta, Clark, Low, Ly, Taylor No: None Abstain: None Absent: None Rosemead Community Development Commission and City Council Joint Meeting Minutes of February 9, 2010 Page 14 of 17 10. MATTERS FROM MAYOR & CITY COUNCIL Council Member Ly clarified that Target is making some tentative improvements to expand their grocery department. They will be incorporating fresh produce such as fresh meats, and baking goods. This is very good for the community to access groceries. Also, Mr. Ly reiterated that he has been waiting for Southern California Edison information regarding, getting access to certain lands that would help increase our green space. He hopes that they are working with staff and working with Parks and Recreation in terms on increasing green space. Mayor Pro Tern Taylor asked who owns the property on the north end of corner near a mini park. Director of Parks and Recreation David Montgomery-Scott stated two parcels; one parcel is owned by Edison and the other is own. water well. Council Member Ly suggested that one of the areas that-he has I\ and Rush and the other one is on Hellman and Stallo. \ City Manager Allred stated that it was Hellman.and Stallo that staff't that property as surplus property so the City cou`ld-acquire it. Then it parcel on Hellman and Stallo you could put picniC~structbres. Mayor Pro Tern Taylor asked staff how the City will,ge City Manager Allred state thaTNtr Montgomery-Scott through the bureaucracy'that they have at Edison and Council Member Ly stated through the normal channl staff. zi~ Director-of Parks and I surplus properties and Mayor Pro Tern Director of Parks and Rivers, Mountains, G some time and those on the northeast beXIingerman Park which are of Monterev Park that has the the corner of Walnut Grove trying to ask Edison to declare a nice park, if you had the meet with Mr. Orduno from Edison, who is going ,City should hear from them by March. jation, but is frustrated that staff has gone no longer responded in adequate fashion to reiterated that staff should have a response on the corridor parcels soon. the other three properties in San Gabriel Boulevard. do'n David Montgomery-Scott explained that there is a third party involved, the ancy. They were banking some State grant funding that has been withheld from are slowly being released. Margaret Clark stated she serves on that board and they administer grants for conservation of land. Director of Parks and Recreation David Montgomery-Scott stated that those funds were awarded to the City by the RMC; and staff anticipates a 30 year lease agreement, which the property would be ours for all practical uses for 30 years. Rosemead Community Development Commission and City Council Joint Meeting Minutes of February 9, 2010 Page 15 of 17 Mayor Pro Tern Taylor asked for updates on Mr. Nunez unemployment benefits. Assistant City Manager Hawkesworth explained that he received a called from Employment Development Department and they informed him that they should be making a determination soon and will send a letter to the city. Also, he received a phone call from Mr. Henry Lo, from the Senator's office stating that if the letter sent by EDD is not favorable to the City, they will set up a meeting between city staff and EDD officials to further discuss this, depending on the outcome of this letter. Staff will provide the letter once it is received by EDD. Mayor Pro Tern Taylor asked for staff to make a memo on what was keep a record. Mayor Clark clarified that Senator Romero and the City sent a letter saying the City should have a refund; they dropped the ball for norr Council Member Armenta asked how is the tree removal a tree that was deemed structurally damaged that it is st Deputy Public Works Director Marcarello explained the contractor, most of the trees. Some neighbors did not want to move their cars as best as they can to mitigate the safety issues Then there were related issues to some of the damages caused~byfallen trees. Mayor Pro Tern Taylor stated that there are three trees what to cut? ~ Deputy Public Works Director Marcarello replied the arbi Scott, mark on the trees that are to be'removed. So now to tree and cut them out. \ \ / their coming along at the meeting to Division still sees going to Olney Street removing ctor has been moving along the city was dealing with red tag? How do they know counted nine trees and the city's Arborist Mr. he process of the tree contractor to go from tree Mayor Pr/Tem"Taylor•stated.there'are only three trees and its' on the north side of the street with long branches and the other two,are small but they are the same species of tree; the tree's are a potential hazard and their root system is pushing out to the top-of the curb. We need to remove all three of them. Mr. Taylor asked what,was,the damage to t14house)/ Council Mem\A\ nta stated /U was there and the tree branch landed on the fence and the porch. The tree barb anyone coming,throu/gh,the front door. City Manager Allred described that it was a chain fence that got squashed; staff went out there and put it back up. Mayor Clark announced that Council would re-adjourned to closed session at 8:33 pm. City Council reconvened back from closed session at 9:45 pm. City attorney Montes announced that Council took action and designated City Manager Jeff, Allred as the negotiator between the City and Rosemead Employee Association. Rosemead Community Development Commission and City Council Joint Meeting Minutes of February 9, 2010 Page 16 of 17 11. ADJOURNMENT The meeting adjourned at 9:46 pm. 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. Mayor ATTEST: Gloria Molleda City Clerk Rosemead Community Development Commission and City Council Joint Meeting Minutes of February 9, 2010 Page 17 of 17