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Rosemead
City Council,
Community Development
Commission
and
Housing Development
Corporation
JOINT MEETING
AGENDA
July 27, 2010
6:00 PM
City Hall Council Chamber
8838 E. Valley Boulevard, Rosemead, California 91770
www.cityofrosemead.org
Gary Taylor, Mayor
Steven Ly, Mayor Pro Tern
Sandra Armenta, Council Member
Margaret Clark, Council Member
Polly Low, Council Member
ROSEMEAD CITY COUNCIL, COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION AND HOUSING DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION
JOINT MEETING AGENDA - July 27, 2010
Community Development Commission,
Housing Development Corporation,
and
City Council
Meeting Agenda
• CALL TO ORDER - 6:00 PM
• PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE- Commissioner/Council Member Clark
• INVOCATION - Commissioner/Council Member Low
• ROLL CALL:
o CDC - Chair Taylor, Vice-Chair Ly, Commissioners Armenta, Clark, Low
o Housing Corporation - President Taylor, Vice-President Ly, Directors Armenta, Clark, Low
o City Council - Mayor Taylor, Mayor Pro Tern Ly, Council Members Armenta, Clark, Low
1. ORDINANCES READ BY TITLE ONLY
By motion, unanimously adopted, the City Attorney shall be instructed to read by title only all
resolutions and ordinances appearing on this agenda which are required by law to be read in their
entirety.
2. PUBLIC COMMENTS FROM THE AUDIENCE
3. COMMISSION/CORPORATION CONSENT CALENDAR
A. Claims and Demands
Resolution No. 2010 - 26
Recommendation: to approve Resolution No. 2010 - 26, entitled:
RESOLUTION NO. 2010 - 26 FOR PAYMENT OF COMMISSION EXPENDITURES IN THE
AMOUNT OF $13,274.84 DEMAND NOS. 11304 THROUGH 11310.
Resolution No. 2010 - 27
Recommendation: to approve Resolution No. 2010 - 27, entitled:
RESOLUTION NO. 2010 - 27 FOR PAYMENT OF COMMISSION EXPENDITURES IN THE
AMOUNT OF $79,817.28 DEMAND NOS. 11311 THROUGH 11315.
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ROSEMEAD CITY COUNCIL, COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION AND HOUSING DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION
JOINT MEETING AGENDA - July 27, 2010
B. Update on Status of Exclusive Negotiation Agreement (ENA) for the Sale of the
Glendon Hotel
On May 25, 2010, the Commission approved an Exclusive Negotiating Agreement with the
Qiao Garden Group Real Estate Company, Ltd. for the development of a Purchase and Sale
Agreement of 8832 Glendon Way. The term of the ENA provided an initial negotiation period
of 90 calendar days, subject to one (1) 90 calendar days extension, within which the
Commission and the Qiao Garden Group would work to develop a Purchase and Sale
Agreement setting forth the specific terms related to the sale of the Glendon Hotel. The ENA
is set to expire on August 22, 2010.
Recommendation: That the Community Development Commission extend the Exclusive
Negotiating Agreement with Qiao Garden Group Real Estate Company, Ltd. for the
development of a Purchase and Sale Agreement of the Glendon Hotel for ninety (90)
calendar days beginning from August 23, 2010.
C. Community Development Commission Treasurer's Report for the Quarter Ended June
30, 2010
In accordance with Government Code Section 53646 the Rosemead Community
Development Commission Treasurer's Report for the fourth quarter of FY 2009-10 is before
the Commission for review.
Recommendation: That the Community Development Commission receive and file the
"Rosemead Community Development Commission Treasurer's Report" for the month ending
June 30, 2010.
D. Housing Development Corporation Treasurer's Report for the Quarter Ended June 30,
2010
In accordance with Government Code Section 53646 the Rosemead Housing Development
Corporation Treasurer's Report for the fourth quarter of FY 2009-10 is before the board for
review.
Recommendation: That the Housing Development Corporation receive and file the
"Rosemead Housing Development Corporation Treasurer's Report" for the month ending
June 30, 2010.
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ROSEMEAD CITY COUNCIL, COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION AND HOUSING DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION
JOINT MEETING AGENDA - July 27.2010
4. MATTERS FROM EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
A. Solar Power System for Angelus and Garvey Senior Housing
Levine Management Group (LMG), the management company of the two senior complexes
owned by the Rosemead Housing Development Corporation recently contacted staff
inquiring about the possibility of installing solar panels at the Angelus Senior Complex and
the Garvey Senior Complex. This issue has come to the forefront due to the availability of
significant rebates offered by Southern California Edison (SCE). SCE is a participant in the
Multifamily Affordable Solar Housing (MASH) Program that provides up to 60% of the cost of
solar systems. The MASH Program has been designed specifically to facilitate the
acceleration of solar power in the affordable housing sector in California.
Recommendation: That the Housing Development Corporation Board take the following
actions:
1. Authorize the Executive Director to negotiate a Power Purchase Agreement with
Solar City for the installation of solar panels at Angelus Senior Complex and Garvey
Senior Complex.
2. Allocate an amount not to exceed $5,000 for the inspection of the roofs at each
complex to ensure that they are in proper condition to accept the solar panels.
5. CLOSED SESSION
A. Conference with Legal Counsel
1. Pursuant to Government Code Section 54957:
PUBLIC EMPLOYEE APPOINTMENT
Title: City Attorney and Assistant City Attorney
B. Public Employee Performance Evaluation
Government Code Section 54957; Council Appointed Official (City Manager)
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ROSEMEAD CITY COUNCIL, COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION AND HOUSING DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION
JOINT MEETING AGENDA - July 27, 2010
City Council
Meeting Agenda
• CALL TO ORDER - 7:00 PM
• PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE - Council Member/Commissioner Clark
• INVOCATION - Council Member/Commissioner Low
• ROLL CALL:
o City Council - Mayor Taylor, Mayor Pro Tern Ly, Council Members Armenta, Clark, Low
o CDC - Chair Taylor, Vice-Chair Ly, Commissioners Armenta, Clark, Low
6. PRESENTATION
• National Night Out Proclamation
• Nick Nevarez:
The Rosemead Public Safety CONNECTIONS forum has arranged for this young Rosemead
resident to present information about his traffic accident in an effort to make young people, parents
and other caregivers aware of the destructive impacts of alcohol and drug abuse. Also, the
CONNECTIONS forum is preparing to host a community-wide meeting on the dangers of alcohol and
drug abuse on October 2151 at the Rosemead High School Auditorium featuring Nick Nevarez as a
speaker.
7. PUBLIC COMMENTS FROM THE AUDIENCE
8. CITY COUNCIL CONSENT CALENDAR
A. Minutes
April 13, 2010 - Regular Meeting
B. Claims and Demands
Resolution No. 2010 - 52
Recommendation: to approve Resolution No. 2010 - 52, entitled:
RESOLUTION NO. 2010 - 52, FOR PAYMENT OF CITY EXPENDITURES IN THE
AMOUNT OF $263,567.96 NUMBERED 70394 THROUGH 70481, INCLUSIVELY.
Resolution No. 2010 - 53
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ROSEMEAD CITY COUNCIL, COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION AND HOUSING DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION
JOINT MEETING AGENDA - July 27, 2010
Recommendation: to approve Resolution No. 2010 - 53, entitled:
RESOLUTION NO. 2010 - 53, FOR PAYMENT OF CITY EXPENDITURES IN THE
AMOUNT OF $694,869.57 NUMBERED 100909 THROUGH 100932, AND 70482
THROUGH 70571 INCLUSIVELY.
C. Approval of Undertaking Agreement for Parcel Map No. 69946-3139 Burton Avenue
Parcel Map No. 69946 is being submitted for consideration and approval along with an
Undertaking Agreement to guarantee construction of public improvements subsequent to the
recordation of the parcel map.
Recommendation: That the City Council approve Parcel Map No. 69946 and the
Undertaking Agreement.
Approval of Undertaking Agreement for Parcel Map No. 66501-2512 Earle Avenue
Parcel Map No. 66501 is being submitted for consideration and approval along with an
Undertaking Agreement to guarantee construction of public improvements subsequent to the
recordation of the parcel map.
Recommendation: That the City Council approve Parcel Map No. 66501 and the
Undertaking Agreement.
E. Whitmore Street Road Resurfacing Project, Phase II - Authorization to Solicit Bids
As part of the City's Fiscal Year 2010-11 Capital Improvement Program, the City Council has
approved the "Whitmore Street Resurfacing Project", which consists of the rehabilitation of
Whitmore Street from San Gabriel Boulevard to Alhambra Wash. Funding for this project is
available through the Community Development Block Grant program, which requires that
funds be spent on specific project types and in specific target areas.
Recommendation: That the City Council authorize staff to advertise and solicit bids to
complete the improvement project.
F. Bridge Painting Project at San Bernardino Freeway - Contract Award
As part of the City's Capital Improvement Program, the City Council approved funding to
enhance the aesthetic look of City entry-points from the San Bernardino Interstate 10
Freeway. This project is included in these efforts and consists of painting three (3) freeway
bridges at Rosemead Boulevard., San Gabriel Boulevard and Del Mar Avenue.
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ROSEMEAD CITY COUNCIL, COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION AND HOUSING DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION
JOINT MEETING AGENDA - July 27, 2010
The project consists of initial water blasting, sealing and priming all surfaces, followed by
applying graffiti-resistant paint to ensure quick and easy removal if surfaces are tagged. In
addition, the project calls for the installation of large City seals on the bridge walls, indicating
entry into City of Rosemead, as appropriate. The color and logo design will be similar to the
recently painted Walnut Grove Avenue bridge.
The City of San Gabriel has expressed a desire to participate as a funding partner for the
bridge painting work on the northern side of San Gabriel Boulevard and Del Mar Avenue.
The City of El Monte has indicated its inability to provide funding for painting work on the
southern side of Rosemead Boulevard.
Recommendation: That the City Council:
Authorize the City Manager to enter into a contract with Painting and Decor, LTD
for the Bridge Painting Project at San Bernardino Freeway in the amount of
$152,200.
2. Establish an amount of 10% of the contract amount ($15,220), as a contingency,
to cover the potential cost of unforeseen site conditions.
3. Authorize the City Manager to execute any agreement documents with the City
of San Gabriel for its potential contribution towards the completion of this
project.
G. Treasurer's Report for the Quarter Ended June 30, 2010
In accordance with Government Code Section 53646 the City of Rosemead Treasurer's
Report for the fourth quarter of FY 2009-10 is before Council for review.
Recommendation: That the City Council receive and file the "City of Rosemead Treasurer's
Report" for the month ending June 30, 2010.
9. MATTERS FROM CITY MANAGER & STAFF
A. Proposed Community Use of Dinsmoor Heritage House Gardens
During its regular meeting of May 25, 2010, City Council directed staff to assess rental use of
the Dinsmoor Heritage House grounds by the community as with other City facilities. Given
its aesthetic appeal, it is believed that the facility could generate revenue through such use
for weddings, receptions, and other events. Those revenues could offset ongoing
maintenance and repair costs of the Dinsmoor House and adjoining grounds.
As no policies exist for the use of the facility, it is necessary to establish rules to govern its
use and to set appropriate fees that cover the costs of such use and generate additional
funds that would be set aside for Dinsmoor House maintenance.
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ROSEMEAD CITY COUNCIL, COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION AND HOUSING DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION
JOINT MEETING AGENDA - July 27, 2010
Recommendation: That the City Council approve the proposed Dinsmoor Heritage House
Gardens application including rules and regulations, fee schedule, and cancellation policy to
be effective October 1, 2010.
B. Non-Resident Fee for Senior Meals Program
At its regular meeting on May 25, 2010, City Council authorized an increase in non-resident
fees for recreation programs. However, fees related to the senior lunch program were not
adjusted because patrons are asked to pay a donation. Currently, 60% of the program
budget is comprised of Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funding, which is
limited to resident services unless a specific finding is made. More than half of senior lunch
program participants are non-residents. Thus, Rosemead is subsidizing a portion of non-
resident meals with CDBG funding. It is, therefore, recommended that, while donations will
continue to be requested of resident patrons, non-residents would be charged a flat fee for a
meal to avoid continued subsidies.
Recommendation: That the City Council provide direction in establishing fees for non-
resident patrons of the senior lunch program:
Option A: Establish a non-resident senior meal fee of $3 per meal effective August 2, 2010
and direct staff to assess fees annually in accordance with their actual cost; or
Option B: Establish a non-resident senior meal fee of $2 per meal effective August 2, 2010
and increase the fee to $3 effective July 1, 2011, and direct staff to assess fees annually in
accordance with their actual cost.
C. Proposed "Social Host Underage Drinking and Consumption Accountability"
Ordinance
One of the many goals of the Rosemead Public Safety CONNECTIONS forum is to educate
parents, grandparents, and other caregivers of their responsibilities to help young people to
avoid the negative consequences associated with alcohol and drug use. The
CONNECTIONS forum is recommending that the City Council adopt a "Social Host
Underage Drinking and Consumption Accountability" Ordinance, which prohibits gatherings
where alcohol is served to, consumed by or in the possession of underage persons. The
purpose of the ordinance is to send a clear message to parents and others that have a
responsibility not to allow underage drinking on their properties. The proposed ordinance will
be a valuable resource and "tool" to assist Sheriff Deputies in the enforcement of underage
drinking laws.
Recommendation: That the City Council introduce for first reading Ordinance No. 899,
entitled:
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ROSEMEAD CITY COUNCIL, COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION AND HOUSING DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION
JOINT MEETING AGENDA - July 27, 2010
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD, CALIFORNIA,
ADDING CHAPTER 9.18 ENTITLED "SOCIAL HOST UNDERAGE DRINKING AND
CONSUMPTION ACCOUNTABILITY" TO THE ROSEMEAD MUNICIPAL CODE TO
PROTECT AND PROMOTE THE HEALTH, SAFETY, AND GENERAL WELFARE OF THE
YOUTH AND OTHER RESIDENTS OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD
D. Street Name Sign Design and Replacement Program
As part of the City's Capital Improvement Program, the City Council approved funding to
implement a signage replacement program. This program is aimed at meeting new Federal
Highway Administration (FHWA) requirements for signage reflectivity on all City-owned signs
(regulatory signs, warning signs, and street name signs). According to these requirements,
the City's current street name sign background color of yellow will also not be in compliance.
Prior to developing a replacement program for street name signs, the Traffic Commission
developed a new design to meet the new reflectivity requirements.
Recommendation: That the City Council concur with the Traffic Commission's
recommendation for a new street name sign design and authorize the replacement of signs
in conjunction with street resurfacing projects and as funding allows,
10. MATTERS FROM MAYOR & CITY COUNCIL
A. Consideration to Cancel the August 10, 2010 Community Development Commission
and City Council Meetings
Due to upcoming scheduling conflicts and a lack of scheduled business items, the City
Council will consider action to cancel the August 10, 2010, Community Development
Commission and City Council Meetings. Meeting cancellations will result in cost savings of
city attorney's fees. The next regular scheduled meeting date will be August 24, 2010.
Recommendation: That the City Council provide direction.
11. ADJOURNMENT
The next regular joint Community Development Commission, the Rosemead Financing
Authority, and City Council meeting is scheduled to take place on August 24, 2010 at 6:00
p.m. and 7:00 p.m., respectively.
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