CC - Minutes 11-09-10Minutes of the
Community Development Commission,
and
City Council Meeting
November 9, 2010
The regular meeting of the Rosemead Community Development Commission, and City Council was called to
order by Mayor Taylor at 6:01 p.m. in the Rosemead City Council Chamber located at 8838 East Valley
Boulevard, Rosemead, California.
PRESENT: Chair /Mayor Taylor, Vice - Chair /Mayor Pro Tern Ly, Commissioners /Council Members Armenta,
and Low
ABSENT: Commissioner /Council Member Clark
STAFF PRESENT: City Manager Allred, City Attorney Richman, Assistant City Manager Hawkesworth,
Community Development Director Wong, Director of Finance Brisco, Director of Parks and Recreation
Montgomery- Scott, Economic Development Manager Ramirez, Public Works Director Marcarello, and City
Clerk Molleda
Mayor Taylor recessed the Community Development Commission and City Counciljoint meeting at 6:02 p.m
and recovened the City Council and Planning Commission specialjoint meeting at 6:02 p.m.
The meeting Community Development Commission and City Council regular joint meeting reconvened back
at 6:14 p.m.
FLAG SALUTE: Commissioner /Council Member Low
INVOCATION: Chair /Mayor Taylor
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.
Vice - Chair /Mayor Pro Tern Steven Ly made a motion, seconded by Commissioner /Council Member
Sandra Armenta, to approve ordinance by title only. Vote resulted in:
Yes: Armenta, Low, Ly, Taylor
No: None
Abstain: None
Absent: Clark
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2. PUBLIC COMMENTS FROM THE AUDIENCE - None
3. COMMISSION CONSENT CALENDAR
A. Claims and Demands
Resolution No. 2010 — 36
Recommendation: to approve Resolution No. 2010 -36, entitled:
RESOLUTION NO. 2010 — 36 FOR PAYMENT OF COMMISSION EXPENDITURES IN THE
AMOUNT OF $24,206.51 DEMAND NOS. 10094 THROUGH 10095 AND DEMAND NOS.
11376 THROUGH 11385.
Vice - Chair /Mayor Pro Tern Steven Ly made a motion, seconded by Comm issionerlCounciI Member
Sandra Armenta, to approve the Commission Consent Calendar. Vote resulted in:
Yes: Armenta, Low, Ly, Taylor
No: None
Abstain: None
Absent: Clark
Chair /Mayor Taylor recessed the meeting at 6:17 p.m.
Minutes of the
City Council Meeting
The regular meeting of the Rosemead City Council was called to order by Mayor Taylor at 7:02 p.m. in the
Rosemead City Council Chamber located at 8838 East Valley Boulevard, Rosemead, California.
FLAG SALUTE: Council Member Low
INVOCATION: Mayor Taylor
PRESENT: Mayor Taylor, Mayor Pro Tern Ly, Council Members Armenta, and Low
ABSENT: Council Member Clark
STAFF PRESENT: City Manager Allred, City Attorney Richman, Assistant City Manager Hawkesworth,
Community Development Director Wong, Director of Finance Brisco, Director of Parks and Recreation
Montgomery- Scott, Economic Development Manager Ramirez, Public Works Director Marcarello, and City
Clerk Molleda
4. PUBLIC COMMENTS FROM THE AUDIENCE
Sharon Esquivel — commented that there was not enough lighting by the walkway of the City Hall building.
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Mayor Pro Tem Ly agreed with Mrs. Esquivel and spoke to Mr. Marcarello about the lighting issue and
stated it had to do with daylight savings.
City Manager Allred stated that the library controls the walkway lights and city staff has contacted the library,
however, there has been no response.
Daniel Garcia — expressed concern to Council about the disability issue concerning handicapped parking
violations fees.
Mayor Taylor clarified to Mr. Garcia that on the previous meeting, parking fees were raised and included
handicapped parking violations.
Mr. Garcia - suggested that handicapped parking violation fees should be allocated in a special fund.
Mayor Taylor asked staff where did the money of citations go to.
City Manager Allred explained that some proceeds go to the city's general fund and a large portion funds the
county court system.
Mayor Taylor reiterated to Mr. Garcia that the citation funds go to other government agencies.
Min- Hsien Wang — Executive Director of the Rosemead Chamber of Commerce invited the City Council and
the community to their Wild Wild West Mixer scheduled for Novemebr 19th.
5. PRESENTATION
Introduction of BE SMART Program Graduates
Public Safety Coordinator Wong spoke on the BE SMART program were businesses are taught about
robbery and thefts.
City Council presented the first BE SMART graduates with certificates of completion.
6. PUBLIC HEARING
A. Code Amendment for Private Property Parking Enforcement
The City's municipal code includes the provision for public enforcement of the California
Vehicle Code in certain private roads and parking lots. These locations currently include
Rosemead Square, Beach's Market, Montebello Town Center, and some other retail centers
within Rosemead. Public Safety staff routinely receives calls for these lots along with the
Wal -Mart Center; however, it was recently discovered that the Wal -Mart Center parking lot
was not added to this list when the facility was constructed. The proposed addition to the
Municipal Code will allow public enforcement of the vehicle code at the Wal -Mart Center
location.
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Recommendation: That the City Council authorize the amendment to Section 10.04.040
D.7 and introduce Ordinance No. 907 for first reading, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
ROSEMEAD, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING CHAPTER 10.04.040
OF THE ROSEMEAD MUNICIPAL CODE CONCERNING
ENFORCEMENT OF THE CALIFORNIA VEHICLE CODE ON
PRIVATE PROPERTY
Assistant City Manager Hawkesworth reviewed the staff report.
Mayor Taylor open Public Hearing at 7:19 p.m
Juan Nunez — asked if delivery trucks were permitted to stay overnight at the Walmart parking lot and
inquired if the parking lot on Jackson and Garvey Avenue was enforced by the City. Also, he suggested code
enforcement check on the southeast corner of Garvey and San Gabriel Boulevard because there has been
public drinking.
Mayor Taylor closed the Public Hearing at 7:22 p.m.
Council Member Low asked if there is a list of areas that the ordinance applies to and how the City
determines what property to enforce.
City Manager Allred stated the list contains the names of private properties which the City is authorized to
enforce the vehicle code.
Assistant City Manager Hawkesworth explained there are six centers that are in the City's municipal code
which are Universal Square, Rosemead Square, Beaches Market, Garvey Square, Diamond Square, and a
portion of Montebello Town Center. He added, the issue came up because the Walmart property owner
requested code enforcement services.
Council Member Low asked if there was a generic ordinance where it could include all private properties
automatically, rather than doing a separate ordinance amendment everytime a business owner requested
services by the City.
Mayor Pro Tem Ly expressed he did not want to impose city services on businesses and should be added to
the minucipal code as an as needed basis.
City Manager Allred clarified that a business may opt in to recieve parking enforcement services.
Mayor Pro Tern Steven Ly made a motion, seconded by Council Member Sandra Armenta, to
introduce Ordinance No. 907 on its first reading. Vote resulted in:
Yes: Armenta, Low, Ly,Taylor
No: None
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Abstain: None
Absent: Clark
7. CITY COUNCIL CONSENT CALENDAR
B. Claims and Demands
• Resolution No. 2010 — 79
Recommendation: to approve Resolution No. 2010 — 79, entitled:
RESOLUTION NO. 2010 — 79, FOR PAYMENT OF CITY EXPENDITURES IN THE
AMOUNT OF $1,205,094.95 NUMBERED 101035 THROUGH 101040 AND 71503
THROUGH 71643, INCLUSIVELY.
C. Authorization to attend National League of Cities 2010 Annual Congress of Cities &
Expo Conference — November 30 — December 4, 2010 — Denver, Colorado
The National League of Cities 2010 Annual Congress of Cities & Expo Conference will
include: Transportation, Water Infrastructure, Solar Energy Projects, Transportation
Financing, Immigration Reform, and the Economy.
Recommendation: That the City Council authorize the attendance at City expense, any
Council Member and /or staff designee.
D. Rosemead and Garvey Aquatic Centers Surplus Property
City Council approved the renovation of Rosemead Park and Garvey Park Aquatic Centers
in the Fiscal Year 2010 -11 Capital Improvement Program. As the sites are prepared for
demolition, public works crews have removed a variety of materials for recycling or re -use at
other facilities. The City of Monterey Park has also submitted a request for donation of some
items.
Recommendation: That the City Council deem the surplus items for sale or other
disposition.
G. PERS Contract Amendment Ordinance — Re- adoption (Second Reading)
The City Council will consider re- adoption of the second reading of Ordinance No. 904 that
implements pension reform measures for employees hired after July 1, 2010.
Recommendation: That the City Council readopt Ordinance No. 904 at its second reading,
entitled:
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AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
ROSEMEAD, CALIFORNIA, FOR AN INTENTION OF AN
AMENDMENT TO THE CONTRACT BETWEEN THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD AND THE BOARD OF
ADMINISTRATION OF THE CALIFORNIA PUBLIC
EMPLOYEES' RETIREMENT SYSTEM
Council Member Sandra Armenta made a motion, seconded by Council Member Polly Low, to approve
Consent Calendar items B, C, D, and G. Vote resulted in:
Yes: Armenta, Low, Ly, Taylor
No: None
Abstain: None
Absent: Clark
A. Minutes
September 14, 2010 — Regular Meeting
Council Member Low asked City Attorney Richman if meetings are recorded by both video and audio, is it
necessary to have verbatim minutes produced in case the City goes to court.
Mayor Taylor explained that verbatim minutes are optional if Council votes to have verbatim minutes.
City Attorney Richman stated under the Brown Act the general requirement for transcribing minutes are
action minutes. Ms. Richman added there is no legal requirement to have verbatim minutes transcribed.
Mayor Tayor clarified two corrections on the minutes of September 14 page 58, 53 million should have
stated 23 million and page 63 should state Bloomberg News rather than Blueberg News.
Mayor Pro Tem Steven Ly made a motion, seconded by Council Member Sandra Armenta, to approve
the minutes of September 14, 2010 with corrections. Vote resulted in:
Yes: Armenta, Ly, Taylor
No: None
Abstain: Low
Absent: Clark
E. Authorization to Execute Artist Agreement for Development of September 11th
Memorial
As part of the fiscal year 2010 -11 Capital Improvement Program, the City Council approved a
10th Anniversary September 11th memorial. The estimated cost for the project is $60,000,
and it was determined that funds for the project were to come from community donations.
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Several conceptual designs for the Memorial were created by local artist Heath Satow, and
per the direction of the City Council, the community was given opportunity to vote for their
preferred design. "Hands" was selected. Further, the City successfully procured a steel beam
from the World Trade Centers for inclusion in the Memorial. Thus, we are now ready to begin .
development of the Memorial. The costs for design, materials, fabrication, and supervision of
installation are $50,000. However, the artist has determined to donate 20% of his costs to
the project thereby reducing the contract amount to $40,000. As it will require six months to
fabricate the Memorial, it is imperative that the artist begin work as soon as possible.
Recommendation: That the City Council authorize the City Manager to execute an
agreement with artist Heath Satow for the creation of the September 11th Memorial.
Council Member Low asked what was the $40,000 cost of the contract for.
Director of Parks and Recreation Montgomery-Scott stated the $40,000 cost is part of the labor work of the
artist.
Council Member Low asked if City funds were being used to pay the artist.
Director of Parks and Recreation Montgomery -Scott stated that staff has raised over $25,000 in fundraising
and the goal is $60,000. He also stated the contract requires a 50 percent down payment in order to contract
with the artist. Mr. Montgomery-Scott explained that the 50 percent down payment will be $20,000 and the full
cost of the artist is $40,000 which will be raised by donations and no city funds will be involved.
Mayor Taylor inquired that in past discussions the proposed cost was $50,000 for the beam purchase and
installation.
Director of Parks and Recreation Montgomery -Scott stated that the projected cost was $50,000 and with
additional cost assessed, the new goal is to raise $60,000 to cover all related cost including the creation,
manufacturing and supervision of installation by the artist.
Mayor Taylor commented on the beam and asked how the rust will be handled if it drips on the concrete.
Director of Parks and Recreation Montgomery-Scott stated that there is a Civic Center Plaza project being
created that will include the site plan of the beam structure and it will show specifically how the memorial will
be placed.
Mayor Taylor stated that the beam should not be placed over raw concrete because the rust will leave
streaks and expressed concern with the height of the beam.
Director of Parks and Recreation Montgomery-Scott explained the beam will stand 61 feet tall and safety
concerns will be addressed in the site plan including amount of access to the public.
Council Member Armenta suggested a fence or chain link around the memorial.
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Council Member Sandra Armenta made a motion, seconded by Council Member Polly Low, to
authorize the City Manager to execute an agreement with artist Heath Satow for the creation of the
September 11th Memorial. Vote resulted in:
Yes: Armenta, Low, Ly, Taylor
No: None
Abstain: None
Absent: Clark
Quarterly Interim Financial Update for the Quarter Ended September 30, 2010
The City of Rosemead Quarterly Financial Update for the Quarter ended September 30,
2010 is before the City Council for review; as well as, the Treasurer's Reports of Cash and
Investments for the City, Rosemead Community Development Commission and the
Rosemead Housing Development Corporation as of September 30, 2010
Recommendation: That the City Council receive and file the Financial Update report and
the Treasurer's Reports of Cash and Investments.
Juan Nunez - asked if the City is in good financial standing for the reason that other cities are having
financial issues.
City Manager Allred replied yes, the City is in good financial standing.
Council Member Armenta stated the City of Rosemead was asked to submit audits documents and
employee pensions, and Rosemead was one of the few cities that was ready to turn in documents to the
State controller. Ms. Armenta commended City Manager Allred and finance Director Brisco for their work.
Mayor Pro Tern Steven Ly made a motion, seconded by Council Member Sandra Armenta, to receive
and file the Financial Update report and the Treasurer's Reports of Cash and Investments. Vote
resulted in:
Yes: Armenta, Low, Ly, Taylor
No: None
Abstain: None
Absent: Clark
8. MATTERS FROM CITY MANAGER & STAFF
A. Award of Contract for Construction of the Rosemead Park Aquatic Center and the
Garvey Park Aquatic Center
As part of the City's Fiscal Year 2010 -11 Capital Improvement Program, the City
Council has approved the total renovation of the Rosemead Park and Garvey Park Aquatic
Centers including pools and other aquatic play amenities, bath houses, and mechanical
facilities.
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Recommendation: That the City Council:
Authorize the City Manager to enter into an agreement with ASR
Constructors, Inc. for the construction of the Rosemead Park Aquatic Center
in the amount of $4,345,000, plus a 15% contingency for potential
unforeseen site conditions /costs.
With respect to the Garvey Park Aquatic Center, reject the low bid of S.H.E.
Engineering & Construction Group, Inc. as non - responsive, and
Authorize the City Manager to enter into an agreement with Cyrcon Builders
LP for the construction of the Garvey Park Aquatic Center in the amount of
$2,713,853, plus a 15% contingency for potential unforeseen site
conditions /costs.
Director of Parks and Recreation Montgomery-Scott reviewed the staff report and presented a powepoint
presentation.
Mayor Taylor asked where the additional funding was coming back from.
City Manager Allred replied the City applied for a State grant and staff was notified that the City will receive
$3.154 million to be use for the completion of the Garvey Park Aquatic project.
Mayor Taylor asked about the bond issue that the City sold for $9.7 million.
City Manager Allred replied that the $9.7 million in bond money and $5 million in additional proceeds totaled
$14.7 million was more than enough to build the Rosemead Aquatic Center.
Mayor Taylor commented that one of the pools was going to have a grass area and expressed concern with
loose grass being walked in the pool.
Director of Parks and Recreation Montgomery-Scott stated there will be bleachers and a small fence that will
serve as barriers between the turf area and the pool. He added that people will have to go a distance around
to get to the pool and exterior showers will be available.
Mayor Taylor asked if there is access to the pool in back of the bleachers or are they permanent bleachers.
Director of Parks and Recreation Montgomery-Scott stated that the bleachers would be determined by the
City if they will be permanent or not, however the shaded structure will be installed permenantely. Mr.
Montgomery-Scott reiterated that people will not be able to go from the grass area to the pool directly.
Mayor Taylor reiterated that from the canopy area there will be no access from the left side and you have to
go around to get into the pool.
Director of Parks and Recreation Montgomery-Scott replied that was correct.
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Council Member Armenta asked if diving blocks were going to be installed
Director of Parks and Recreation Montgomery-Scott replied yes, diving blocks will be set up on the east side
of the deck of the pool and will be removable.
Council Member Low inquired about the location of the Garvey Pool.
Director of Parks and Recreation Montgomery-Scott stated that based on Council's input, staff has reversed
the design of the pool location.
Mayor Pro Tem Ly commended staff for receiving the State grant of $3.154 million.
Mayor Taylor asked for clarification regarding the bond money, if it was designated for the pools.
City Manager Allred stated that Rosemead Pool was designated as a project for the bond but not the Garvey
Pool project.
Nancy Eng - expressed support for the aquatic centers which are needed in the community.
George Roy — representative of Cyrcon Builders stated that the pool projects will be a great opportunity to
give back to the community .
David Chin - representative of Cyrcon Builders thanked Council for awarding their company the Garvey Pool
Project.
Gary Melnik — president of Cyrcon Builders stated that the company brings a lot of experience to the pool
project.
Peter Low - representative of Cyrcon Builders stated that the company followed proper bidding procedures
and will do a good job on the Garvey Pool project.
Ron Esquivel — expressed support on the city's slogan Todays Small Town America, and supports the
Rosemead Pool project which will be inviting and safer.
Jean Hall — expressed support for both pool projects.
Council Member Polly Low made a motion, seconded by Mayor Pro Tern Steven Ly, to approve the
plans and specifications, authorize the City Manager to enter into an agreement with ASR
Constructors, Inc. reject the low bid of S.H.E. Engineering & Construction Group, and authorize the
City Manager to enter into an agreement with Cyrcon Builders LP: Vote resulted in:
Yes: Armenta, Low, Ly, Taylor
No: None
Abstain: None
Absent: Clark
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B. Emergency Generator for City Hall — Contract Award
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
telecommunication devices. Upgrading the existing generator will allow City operations to be
fully operational during a power outage or an emergency, for up to 72 hours per tank of fuel.
The generator would be able to remain operational for an extended period as it is refueled.
Recommendation: That the City Council:
1. Approve plans and specification for this improvement project;
2. Reject the lowest bidder for a non - responsive and incomplete bid; and authorize the City
Manager to enter into a contract with Gammill Electric Inc., as the lowest responsive
bidder, for the City Hall Emergency Generator Project for the amount of $359,900;
3. Establish an amount of 10% of the contract amount ($36,000) as a contingency, to cover
the potential cost of unforeseen site conditions.
Public Works Manager Hentabli reviewed the staff report.
Mayor Pro Tern Steven Ly made a motion, seconded by Council Member Polly Low, to approve plans
and specificatios, reject the lowest bidder for a non - responsive and incomplete bid, authorize the.City
Manager to enter into a contract with Gammill Electric Inc. and establish an amount of 10% of the
contract amount as a contingency: Vote resulted in:
Yes: Armenta, Low, Ly, Taylor
No: None
Abstain: None
Absent: Clark
9. MATTERS FROM MAYOR & CITY COUNCIL
A. Priorities for Legislative Advocacy Firm
The City Council has asked to review the priorities of the City's legislative advocacy firm,
Gonsalves and Sons, and memorialize the priority list through formal adoption. The list of
priorities will be updated regularly by both staff and the lobbyist and provided to the Council
through the weekly update.
Recommendation: That the City Council approve the priority list for the City's lobbyist.
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City Manager Allred reviewed the staff report.
Mayor Pro Tem Ly had two amendments to the priority list, on AB 32 he- recommended to change the
language and to concentrate on SB 375 specifically because it's an unfunded mandate to cities and local
planning agenicies.
Mayor Pro Tern Steven Ly made a motion, seconded by Council Member Sandra Armenta, to approve
the priority list for the City's lobbyist with amendments to change the language on AB 32 and focus
on SB 375. Vote resulted in:
Yes: Armenta, Low, Ly, Taylor
No: None
Abstain: None
Absent: Clark
B. Election for Water Quality Board Member and Alternate Member Representing Cities
without Water Pumping Rights — Resolution No. 2010.80
On September 14, 2010, the City Council nominated Council Member Margaret Clark as the
representative for cities in the San Gabriel Basin without prescriptive water pumping rights.
At this time the City Council needs to cast its vote(s) to represent cities without prescriptive
pumping rights on the Board of the San Gabriel Basin Water Quality Authority by approving
Resolution No. 2010 -80.
Recommendation: That the City Council approve Resolution No. 2010 -80, entitled:
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
ROSEMEAD, CALIFORNIA, CASTING ITS VOTE(S) FOR
COUNCIL MEMBER MARGARET CLARK TO REPRESENT
CITIES WITHOUT PRESCRIPTIVE PUMPING RIGHTS ON THE
BOARD OF THE SAN GABRIEL BASIN WATER QUALITY
AUTHORITY
City Manager Allred reviewed the staff report.
Mayor Taylor clarified that Council Member Clark had to leave the City Council meeting to attend the San
Gabriel Basin Water Qaulity Authority meeting.
Mayor Pro Tern Steven Ly made a motion, seconded by Council Member Sandra Armenta, to approve
Resolution No. 2010.80, casting its votes for Council Member Margaret Clark to represent cities with
out prescriptive pumping rights on the Board of the San Gabriel Basin Water Quality Authority. Vote
resulted in:
Yes: Armenta, Low, Ly, Taylor
No: None
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Abstain: None
Absent: Clark
C. September 11th Run for the Memorial and Other Fundraising Efforts
On September 11, 2010, the City hosted a Run for the Memorial event to raise funds for the
10th Anniversary September 11th Memorial, which is included in the City's Capital
Improvement Program for Fiscal Year 2010 -11. The run was part of the September 11th
Memorial Donor Program approved by the City Council in May. As a result of the public
response, members of the City Council have suggested that the run be offered again in
September, 2011.
Further, staff is recommending several other fundraising activities to continue to raise the
estimated $60,000 necessary to build the September 11th Memorial. Proposed fundraising
events include a City -wide Raffle, Spaghetti Dinner, Senior Dances, Bingo Night, and several
school -based activities.
Recommendation: That the City Council give direction to staff as to whether another Run
for the Memorial event and related fundraising efforts should be pursued for September
2011.
Director of Parks and Recreation Montgomery-Scott reviewed the staff report.
Council MemberArmenta asked it it was possible to make the run into a 10K run.
Director of Parks and Recreation Montgomery-Scoff explained that if the 10K run is added, part of the course
would have to change and would required additional staff.
Mayor Pro Tem Ly asked for a breakdown cost of what the 10K would cost.
Mayor Taylor asked for the Septemeber 11 th run item be deferred.
Council Member Low reported back regarding the Safety Connection Forum held on November 4th which
was translated in Chinese and Vietnamese regarding drugs and alcohol with special guest speaker Nick
Nevares.
Council MemberArmenta added there will be an encore Safety Connection Forum meeting on Novemeber
17th and it will be in Spanish. Ms. Armenta asked if staff would purchase a smaller generator for use when
holding small events.
Council Member Low clarified that she abstained on the minutes of September 14th because meetings are
recorded on audio tape and video. She added that producing verbatim minutes was not cost efficient on staff
time and it takes time to review verbatim minutes.
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Council Member Armenta stated that she spoke to City Clerk Molleda and that she mentioned about a
program that will transcribe minutes verbatim. Ms. Armenta suggested that staff look into the program that
transcribes verbatim minutes which could lower the cost of staff time.
Mayor Pro Tem Ly stated that the High Speed Rail Authority is looking into placing the SR 60 to the north
end of the freeway which will have significant impact on the community. Mr. Ly asked that staff and Council
monitor the issue as a line of interest.
Mayor Taylorcommented on the verbatim minutes and the reason for having the September 14th minutes
verbatim was because people can have easier access and the minutes serve as a court document. Mr.
Taylor added to Mr. Ly's comments on the SR 60 that there are over 300 homes that would be affected and
it's critical that people read the minutes verbatim.
10. ADJOURNMENT
The meeting adjourned at 8:31 p.m. The next regular joint Community Development Commission and City
Council meeting is scheduled to take place on November 23, 2010 at 6:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m., respectively.
Gary Taylor, Mayor
ATTEST:
Gloria Molleda
City Clerk
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Council Member Armenta stated that she spoke to City Clerk Molleda and that she mentioned about a
program that will transcribe minutes verbatim. Ms. Armenta suggested that staff look into the program that
transcribes verbatim minutes which could lower the cost of staff time.
Mayor Pro Tem Ly stated that the High Speed Rail Authority is looking into placing the SR 60 to the north
end of the freeway which will have significant impact on the community. Mr. Ly asked that staff and Council
monitor the issue as a line of interest.
Mayor Taylor commented on the verbatim minutes and the reason for having the September 14th minutes
verbatim was because people can have easier access and the minutes serve as a court document. Mr.
Taylor added to Mr. Ly's comments on the SR 60 that there are over 300 homes that would be affected and
it's critical that people read the minutes verbatim.
10. ADJOURNMENT
The meeting adjourned at 8:31 p.m. The next regular joint Community Development Commission and City
Council meeting is scheduled to take place on November 23, 2010 at 6:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m., respectively.
Gary T r, Mayor
ATTEST:'
Gloria Molleda
City Clerk_
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STATE OF CALIFORNIA )
COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES ) SS.
CITY OF ROSEMEAD )
I, Gloria Molleda, City Clerk for the City of Rosemead, do hereby certify that the minutes of
November 9, 2010, were duly and regularly approved and adopted by the Rosemead City Council
on the 8th of February 2010, by the following vote to wit:
Yes: Armenta,Clark, Low, Ly, Taylor
No: None
Abstain: None
Absent: None
Gloria Molleda
City Clerk