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Rosemead REVISED
City Council,
Community Development
Commission
and
Housing Development
Corporation
JOINT MEETING
AGENDA
September 14, 2010
• 11 'TA
City Hall Council Chamber
8838 E. Valley Boulevard, Rosemead, California 91770
www.cityofrosemead.org
Gary Taylor, Mayor
Steven Ly, Mayor Pro Tem
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 - September 14.2010
Community Development Commission,
Housing Development Corporation,
and
City Council
Meeting Agenda
• CALL TO ORDER — 6:00 PM
• PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE— Chair/Mayor Taylor
• INVOCATION — Vice - Chair /Mayor Pro Tern Ly
• ROLL CALL:
o CDC —Chair Taylor, Vice -Chair Ly, Commissioners Armenta, Clark, Low
• Housing Corporation —President Taylor, Vice - President Ly, Directors Armenta, Clark, Low
• City Council —Mayor Taylor, Mayor Pro Tern Ly, Council Members Armenta, Clark, Low
1. ORDINANCES READ BY TITLE ONLY
State law requires that all ordinances be read in full prior to the City Council /Agency Board taking
action; however, by motion, unanimously adopted, the City Attorney can be instructed to read all
ordinances by title only.
Recommendation: That the City Attorney be instructed to read all ordinances which appear on this
agenda by title only, and that further reading be waived.
2. PUBLIC COMMENTS FROM THE AUDIENCE
3. COMMISSION /CORPORATION CONSENT CALENDAR
A. Claims and Demands
• Resolution No. 2010 — 32
Recommendation: to approve Resolution No. 2010 — 32, entitled:
RESOLUTION NO. 2010 — 32 FOR PAYMENT OF COMMISSION EXPENDITURES IN THE
AMOUNT OF $235,997.24 DEMAND NO. 10090 AND DEMAND NOS. 11326 THROUGH
11337.
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ROSEMEAD CITY COUNCIL, COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION AND HOUSING DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION
JOINT MEETING AGENDA — September 14, 2010
4. HOUSING DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION PUBLIC HEARING— CONTINUED
A. Power Purchase Agreement for a Solar Power System at Angelus and Garvey Senior
Housing
Levine Management Group, the management company of the two senior complexes owned
by the Rosemead Housing Development Corporation (RHDC), has proposed installation of
solar panels at the Angelus Senior Complex and the Garvey Senior Complex.
Their interest in investigating the possibility of installing solar electricity systems at the
buildings arose as the result of 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.
The proposed project will produce an alternative source of energy for the Angelus Senior
Complex and the Garvey Senior Complex. The goal is to enter into a Power Purchase
Agreement (PPA) for both complexes so the RHDC will have a secure energy source
alternative that will be below the cost spent for that same amount of energy purchased from
SCE over the life of the PPA's.
Recommendation: That the Housing Development Corporation Board continue this item to
their September 28, 2010 meeting.
5. MATTERS FROM EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
A. Loan Agreement with the Rosemead Chamber of Commerce
On June 1, 2010, the Rosemead Chamber of Commerce approached the City regarding the
need for a loan in order to help them fund the implementation of a new business plan. Per
the direction from the City Council, the Promissory Note and Negative Pledge Agreement will
provide for $25,000 loan to be repaid by 2015. The terms of the loan include annual
payments on July 1St of each year commencing by July 1, 2012 with an interest rate of zero
percent (0 %). Payments not made by July 10th of each year would accrue penalties at the
rate of three percent (3 %). The loan will be secured by a Negative Pledge Agreement, which
will be recorded with the County on the Chamber's offices located at 3953 Muscatel Avenue.
Recommendation: That the Community Development Commission authorize the loan of
$25,000 to the Rosemead Chamber of Commerce and execute the Promissory Note to be
secured by the Negative Pledge Agreement.
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ROSEMEAD CITY COUNCIL, COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION AND HOUSING DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION
JOINT MEETING AGENDA— September 14, 2010
B. Update on Status of Exclusive Negotiation Agreement (ENA) for the Sale of the
Glendon Hotel
On May 25, 2010, the Rosemead Community Development Commission approved an
Exclusive Negotiating Agreement (ENA) with the Qiao Garden Group Real Estate Company,
Ltd. (Qiao Garden Group) for the development of a Purchase and Sale Agreement of 8832
Glendon Way (Glendon Hotel). On July 27, 2010, the ENA was extended to November 20,
2010.
Over the last few months, staff has been working with the Qiao Garden Group on the
development of a Purchase and Sale Agreement for the Glendon Hotel. There have been
several requests made by both parties that need to be completed before a Purchase and
Sale Agreement can be finalized. It is projected that these tasks will take longer to complete
than the 90 calendar days provided for in the amended ENA. Therefore, it is recommended
that the Commission extent the ENA with the Qiao Garden Group until April 13, 2011. Within
ten (10) days of the ENA approval, Qiao Garden Group will make a $100,000 deposit to the
Commission.
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 until April 13, 2011.
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ROSEMEAD CITY COUNCIL, COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION AND HOUSING DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION
JOINT MEETING AGENDA - September 14, 2010
City Council
Meeting Agenda
• CALL TO ORDER — 7:00 PM
• PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE — Mayor /Chair Taylor
• INVOCATION — Mayor Pro Tem Nice -Chair Ly
• ROLL CALL:
• City Council —Mayor Taylor, Mayor Pro Tern Ly, Council Members Armenta, Clark, Low
• CDC —Chair Taylor, Vice -Chair Ly, Commissioners Armenta, Clark, Low
6. PRESENTATION
• Emergency Preparedness Month Proclamation
• Tanya Cusick — Target Manager
• Lady Hawks Recognition
• California Contract Cities Association - President Laura Olhasso
7. PUBLIC COMMENTS FROM THE AUDIENCE
8. CITY COUNCIL CONSENT CALENDAR
A. Minutes
September 8, 2010 —Special Meeting
B. Claims and Demands
• Resolution No. 2010 — 62
Recommendation: to approve Resolution No. 2010 — 62, entitled:
RESOLUTION NO. 2010 — 62, FOR PAYMENT OF CITY EXPENDITURES IN THE
AMOUNT OF $1,440,311.34 NUMBERED 100966 THROUGH 1, INCLUSIVELY.
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ROSEMEAD CITY COUNCIL, COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION AND HOUSING DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION
JOINT MEETING AGENDA - September 14, 2010
C. Ordinance 901 — Second Reading: Amending Title 17 (Zoning) of the Rosemead
Municipal Code to Revise the Regulations for Flag Lot Development
On August 24, 2010, the City Council reviewed Ordinance No. 901, approving municipal
code amendment 10 -05, amending Title 17 ( Zoning) of the Rosemead municipal code to
revise the regulations for Flag Lot Development. Ordinance No. 901 is now before Council
at the required second reading for adoption .
Recommendation: That the City Council adopt Ordinance No. 901, at its second reading,
entitled:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD, CALIFORNIA,
APPROVING MUNICIPAL CODE AMENDMENT 10.05 AMENDING TITLE 17 (ZONING)
OF THE ROSEMEAD MUNICIPAL COE TO REVISE THE REGULATIONS FOR FLAG LOT
DEVELOPMENT
D. Assignment of Rosemead Zoning Ordinance Update Contract to Civic Solutions, Inc
On July 15, 2010, the Community Development Department issued a Request for Proposal
(RFP) to seek a qualified land use consultant to assist Planning Division staff with the update
of the City's Zoning Ordinance. Section 65860 et seq of the California Government Code
states that a zoning ordinance shall be consistent with the city general plan if the city has
officially adopted such plan and the various land uses authorized by the ordinance are
compatible with the objectives, policies, general land uses, and programs specified in the
plan.
City Council adopted a comprehensive update of its General Plan earlier this year about how
to best plan Rosemead's future. The General Plan now establishes clear policy direction for
revitalizing commercial districts, focusing mixed -use development projects, and maintaining
the quality and charter of residential neighborhoods, and strengthening the industrial base.
To implement Rosemead's General Plan policy direction, it is recommended that a
comprehensive Zoning Ordinance update be completed in accordance with planning, land
use, and zoning laws.
Recommendation: That the City Council take the following actions:
1. Authorize the City Manager to execute the contract assignment to Civic Solutions, Inc. in
the amount of $45,000.
2. Establish an amount of $5,000 as a contingency to cover the potential cost of
unforeseen update and environmental review conditions.
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ROSEMEAD CITY COUNCIL, COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION AND HOUSING DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION
JOINT MEETING AGENDA - September 14.2010
E. Authorization to Solicit Bids for Construction of the Rosemead Aquatic Center and the
Garvey Aquatic Center Projects
As part of the City's Fiscal Year 2010 -11 Capital Improvement Program, the City
Council has approved the complete renovation of the Rosemead Park and Garvey Park
Aquatic Centers including pools and other aquatic play amenities, bath houses, and
mechanical facilities. Architectural designs as well as construction plans and specifications
have been prepared for these significant improvement projects.
Recommendation: That the City Council authorize staff to advertise and solicit bids for the
Rosemead Aquatic Center Renovation Project and the Garvey Aquatic Center Renovation
Project.
F. Hellman Avenue Street Resurfacing Project —Award of Contract
As part of the City's Capital Improvement Program, the City Council approved a project to
resurface Hellman Avenue, which consists of asphalt concrete overlay, sidewalk repairs,
traffic striping, signage installation, curb ramps construction, traffic signal upgrades, and
appurtenances. The limits of this project are from Jackson Avenue to Walnut Grove Avenue.
Funding for this project is available through Traffic Congestion Relief funds.
Recommendation: That the City Council:
1. Approve plans and specifications for this improvement project:
2. Authorize the City Manager to enter into a contract with Sully - Miller Contracting for the
Hellman Avenue Street Resurfacing Project in the amount of $475,771.62; and
3. Establish an amount equal to the contract amount ($47,577), as a contingency, to cover
the potential cost of unforeseen site conditions.
G. Interstate 10 and Del Mar Avenue Landscape Improvements — Award of Contract
As part of the City's Fiscal Year 2010 -11 Capital Improvement Program, the City Council
approved a project to improve freeway off ramp areas adjacent to the Interstate 10 Freeway
at Del Mar Avenue. This project includes a complete landscape makeover, which includes
ground cover, trees, shrubs, and color splashes (roses and perennials) on off ramp slopes
and adjacent areas.
Recommendation: That the City Council:
1. Approve the landscape plans and specifications; and
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ROSEMEAD CITY COUNCIL, COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION AND HOUSING DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION
JOINT MEETING AGENDA — September 14.2010
2. Adopt Resolution No. 2010 — 67, authorizing the City Manager to enter into a contract
with Eco Logic Inc. for the 1 -10 /Del Mar Avenue Beautification Project (using the State of
California Department of Transportation Contract No. 07- 166814) in the amount of
$59,846.50 and establish an amount of $8,977 (approximately 15 %) to cover the cost of
any unforeseen construction expenses. Resolution No. 2010 -67 entitled:
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD REGARDING
CONTRACTING FOR LANDSCAPING IMPROVEMENTS AT THE INTERSTATE 10
FREEWAY OFF RAMP AREAS ADJACENT TO DEL MAR AVENUE
H. Emergency Generator for City Hall — Authorization to Solicit Bids
As part of the City's Fiscal Year 2010 -11 Capital Improvement Program, the City Council
approved funding to replace the existing undersized and inadequate standby generator at
City Hall with a new 250 kW engine emergency generator.
The existing backup generator at City Hall is 13 kW and only backs up a limited number of
operational activities. Several electrical outlets /utilities are not currently tied to the existing
generator, including the majority of facility lighting, air conditioning system, computers and
telecommunications devices. Upgrading the existing generator would allow City operations
to be fully operational during a power outage or an emergency, for up to 72 hours.
Recommendation: That the City Council authorize staff to advertise and solicit bids to
complete the construction and installation of a new generator for City Hall.
9. MATTERS FROM CITY MANAGER & STAFF
A. State Ballot Measures 19 and 26 Opposition
The League of California Cities (League) has taken a position of opposition on Proposition
19 and 26, which are scheduled to be included in the November 2010 Statewide Election.
The League has also requested its members to adopt resolutions opposing these
propositions.
Recommendation: That the City Council approve Resolution No. 2010 -58, and Resolution
2010 -59 in opposition to Propositions 19 and 26, entitled:
A RESOLUTION OF THE ROSEMEAD CITY COUNCIL OPPOSING PROPOSITION 19,
THE REGULATE, CONTROL AND TAX CANNABIS ACT OF 2010
A RESOLUTION OF THE ROSEMEAD CITY COUNCIL OPPOSING PROPOSITION 26,
PROPOSED CONSTITUTIONAL AMENDMENT: STATE AND LOCAL FEES AND
CHARGES; VOTE REQUIREMENTS AND LIMITATIONS
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ROSEMEAD CITY COUNCIL, COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION AND HOUSING DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION
JOINT MEETING AGENDA — September 14, 2010
B. Parks, Recreation, and General Facilities Master Plan
Last year, City Council authorized the development of the City's first-ever Parks, Recreation
and General Facilities Master Plan. MIG, Inc. working with several other specialist
consultants has completed the final draft of the Master Plan. It is being presented to City
Council for acceptance as a road map to future development, renovation, and programs.
Completion of the Master Plan accords with the City of Rosemead's Strategic Plan Goal 1:
"Beautify community infrastructure and improve public facilities," and Goal 2: "Enhance
public safety and quality of life." Further', the plan is consistent with the challenge set forth in
Rosemead's General Plan regarding the "availability of quality park, recreation, and open
space facilities to meet the needs of all.Rosemead residents."
Recommendation: That the City Council receive and file the Parks, Recreation, and
General Facilities Master Plan.
10. MATTERS FROM MAYOR & CITY COUNCIL
A. California High Speed Rail Authority ( CHSRA) Update
The City Council will review and discuss recent information and dialogue concerning the
California High Speed Rail project that is proposed to be constructed through the San
Gabriel Valley. Two of the four proposed alternative routes being considered by the CHSRA
would pass through Rosemead. (One alternative route through Rosemead would be along
the 1 -10 Freeway and the other alternative route would be along the SR -60 Freeway.)
At the request of the City of Rosemead, neighboring cities and the San Gabriel Valley
Council of Governments, the CHSRA has agreed to address various concerns that have
been expressed by holding a community meeting, which has been scheduled as follows:
Date: Wednesday, October 61h
Time: 4 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Location: Grace Black Auditorium
3130 Tyler Avenue
El Monte
At this community meeting citizens will have an opportunity to obtain information and voice
their concerns. City representatives will also attend the meeting.
Recommendation: That the City.Council determine whether any additional actions are
needed at this time.
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ROSEMEAD CITY COUNCIL, COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION AND HOUSING DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION
JOINT MEETING AGENDA— September 14, 2010
B. Resolution No. 2010 -66 - Nominating Council Member Clark to Represent Cities
without Prescriptive Water Pumping Rights of the San Gabriel Basin Water Quality
Resolution No. 2010 -66, is for nominating the city's vote for Council Member Clark to another
term on the San Gabriel Basin Water Quality Board. Council Member Clark has been a
Charter Member of the Board since it was established in 1992.
Recommendation: That the City Council approve Resolution No. 2010 -66, entitled:
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD, CALIFORNIA
NOMINATING COUNCIL MEMBER MARGARET CLARK TO REPRESENT CITIES
WITHOUT PRESCRIPTIVE WATER PUMPING RIGHTS OF THE SAN GABRIEL BASIN
WATER QUALITY AUTHORITY
11. ADJOURNMENT
The next regular joint Community Development Commission, the Rosemead Financing
Authority, and City Council meeting is scheduled to take place on September 28, 2010 at
6:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m., respectively.
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