CC - Item 7F - AttachmentRosemead Strategic Plan Report Card for 2010 and 2011
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What Status Comments
Done on Target Revised
Installed attractive landscaping and infrastructure, including irrigation Landscape work is scheduled on
systems, in street medians and slopes near I -10 Freeway at Walnut Rosemead Blvd. slopes near I -10.
Grove Avenue, Del Mar Avenue, and San Gabriel Blvd.. Also improved 1f
median landscaping along Rosemead Blvd. and Marshall St.�
Painted the freeway underpass bridges (with a Rosemead logo) to Touch -up paint will be completed on the
enhance aesthetics and facilitate graffiti removal. I Rosemead bridge after CalTrans
completes truss work.
Approval of new street signs and a wayfinding sign program by the City I Installation will occur on a systematic
Council. 1I basis
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The Caltrans storage lot on Walnut Grove and Hellman Avenues has
been screened with flowering vines to provide an aesthetically pleasing
"green wall."
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The City's news rack ordinance has been revised and regular
maintenance efforts have been initiated. Unpermitted commercial
advertising bus benches and news racks have been removed.
The City Council has approved a project to upgrade the
A $1.1 million contract has been awarded
RCRC /Library/City Hall parking lot to create a civic center atmosphere
for reconstruction of the parking lots. The
with pedestrian connectivity between the facilities and a Downtown
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Downtown Plaza design is being
Plaza gathering place.
finalized.
The RCRC will also be expanded
Maintained and repaired City infrastructure, including resurfacing
Walnut Grove Ave. and Rush St. will be
Hellman Avenue, Whitmore Avenue, Del Mar Avenue, and Garvey
resurfaced this summer.
Avenue. Over 100 other residential streets have been resurfaced or
slurry sealed.
Initiated a utility undergrounding project along Walnut Grove Avenue to
remove all above ground utility poles /wires in the public right-of-
way. Rule 20 A
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Installed street trees along major thoroughfares and arterial streets such
as Walnut Grove Ave., San Gabriel Blvd. Del Mar Ave. as well as in
residential neighborhoods
Strategy 2:
Encourage and promote private investment to improve property aesthetics.
What
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Done
on Target
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This project was determined to be infeasible due to the scheduled expiration
The Code Enforcement Division has conducted a Garvey Avenue
Reported findings to the City Council.
of Redevelopment Project Area 1 and an adverse redevelopment
Beautification Project gaining compliance on hundreds of code violations.
environment at the state and county levels.
A Beautification Awards program has been created to recognize the efforts of
The selection of award winners is currently
residents and businesses.
in progress.
A commercial building fagade improvement program project has been
Projects are "on hold" due to State
created.
legislation involving redevelopment
a encies.
Strategy 3:
Reinstate the power of eminent domain for commercial properties in redevelopment project area 1.
What
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on Target
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This project was determined to be infeasible due to the scheduled expiration
of Redevelopment Project Area 1 and an adverse redevelopment
environment at the state and county levels.
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Strategy 4:
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What Status Comments
Done On Target Revised
Future Hellman /Stallo park site under the SCE power lines. 1I Completed survey of SCE property,
currently in conceptual design.
Future Jay Imperial Park Currently in conceptual design, license
agreement being drafted AIL
Walnut Grove /Rush Pocket Park Letter to SCE requesting deeding of
property to City for park development
The City obtained a $3.15 million State Parks Development Grant to Splash Zone was opened to the Public
construct the Splash Zone at Garvey Park. on July 9, 2011
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Rosemead Aquatic Center reconstruction completed using bond Rosemead Aquatic Center was opened
proceeds. 4 1 1 to the public on August 13, 2011.
A grant of $500,000 was obtained from the County of Los Angeles
towards improvements to RCRC and the Rosemead Aquatic Center
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The City Council approved a Parks, Recreation and General Facilities J Several projects are either completed
p roject priorities list. or in progress.
Replaced playground equipment to comply with safety regulations and Completed required work at
standards. Klingerman, Rosemead, and Zapopan
Parks.
Made accessibility improvements and replaced picnic shelter at Sally
Tanner Park. 4
Reconstruct the Rosemead Aquatic Center I Rosemead Aquatic Center opened
�I August 13, 2011
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Reconstruct the pool at Garvey Park.
Splash Zone at Garvey Park opened
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July 9, 2011
Civic Center Plaza /RCRC Expansion
Phase 1 construction begins August
2011. Phases 2 &3 to follow, anticipated
completion in 2012.
Zapopan Park Improvements
Included in FY 2011 -12 CIP
Rosemead Park Preschool Playground Replacement
Included in FY 2011 -12 CIP
Ball Field Lights replacement at Garvey Park (In conjunction with Metro
Included in FY 2011 -12 CIP
PCS cellular tower installation)
City Hall doors and windows replaced.
Use of federal stimulus funds grant.
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Strategy 6:
What
Dinsmoor House Preservation Plan 1
Dinsmoor House landscaping /garden improvements completed and
available for communitv use.
Water oenet
Asbestos Assessment
Rosemead
Savannah Cemetery — City Aims to assist in preservation efforts
through memorandum of understanding. 4
Strategy 7:
Develop a downtown Rosemead specific plan.
What
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Done
On Target
Revised
City Council approved Downtown Design Guidelines
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$250,000 approved in CIP for infrastructure
improvements on Valley Blvd..
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Strategy 8:
Ta proactive me asures to prevent crime, promote safety, and improve public perceptions of Rosemead.
What
Status
Comments
Done
On Target
Revised
Designated Lt. Tim Murakami as Chief of Police and created the
Rosemead Public Safety Model. This organizational change has:
1. Further empowered the Sheriffs Department to police the
community.
2. Enhanced local control and overall effectiveness - reduced
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crime rate by 33%
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3. Reduced costs in excess of $200,000 per year
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Received 4 competitive grant awards to complete traffic safety and
pedestrian improvements — including the Safe Routes to School
Program and the Highway Safety Improvement Program.
Banned medical marijuana dispensaries in all zones.
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Revised adult business ordinance restricting locations.
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Modified massage ordinance
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Enacted Social Host Ordinance to discourage underage drinking
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Shut down two unpermitted medical marijuana dispensaries.
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Strategy 9:
Increase
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volunteer community service
Created Rosemead Public Safety CONNECTIONS consisting of
community groups and citizens aimed at combating crime and substance
abuse.
Accomplishments include the Social Host
Ordinance, the Parent Survival Guide, and
Town Hall meetings on the "Dangers of
Drugs"
Held monthly safety meetings for the Community and Neighborhood Watch
National Night Out Events
Conducted monthly anit - graffiti "Tag Net" meetings involving area poli
departments, school administrators, probation officers, etc. to identify
All
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Strategy 10:
increase me ury s ievei or emergency prepareaness.
What Status Comments
Done On Target Revised
Installed an electric generator at City Hall.
Initiated a CERT program to educate and train community members on 1f Held annually
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emergency preparedness. 1I
Update the City's Emergency Preparedness Plan. 1I In compliance with State standards
Conduct mock disaster drills and EOC operations. Ongoing
Staff members attended comprehensive earthquake preparedness and
response training through the State's Emergency Management Agency. I
Strategy 11:
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Enhance programs, services, and special events that foster a sense of community among residents and businesses.
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Initiated the 9/11 Memorial Project and successfully fundraised over
$60,000.
To be dedicated September 11, 2011
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Initiated Military Banner and Military Care Package programs
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Continuation and Enhancement of Annual Special Events:'
Fourth of July Parade, Carnival, and Fireworks
Summer Concerts in the Park
Memorial Day Services, Etc.t"�
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Strategy 12:
Support and advocate State Leqislation that will prevent additional State "take aways."
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Status
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Done
On Target
Revised
Revised
Participated in the successful effort to pass Proposition 22.
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Strengthened working relationship with state lobbyist Gonsalves and Sons
providing Rosemead with a voice in Sacramento.
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Strategy 13:
Monitor and control revenues and expenditures.
What
Status
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Done
On Target
Revised
Implemented a balanced budget in each of the past two years despite the
economic downturn and State "take aways"
Finance committee meets quarterly to review the Treasurer's report.
Treasurers reports and quarterly financial updates are presented to Council.
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Employees that handle cash have received additional cash handling training.
Internal controls for cash handling have been strengthened.
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State of the art finance system has been implemented.
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Conduct a work specifications and competitive bid processes for
These contracts have resulted in improved
maintenance functions, including janitorial maintenance, landscaping
performance standards and a net savings of
maintenance, street sweeping, and tree maintenance.
over $200,000 annually.
Negotiated labor agreements that included pension reform and caps on
employee vacation accruals to limit long -term liabilities.
Reduced full -time staffing levels by 13.5% from 67 employees to 59
employees with no reductions in service levels.
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Strategy 14:
Review and evaluate potential new revenue sources and aoorooriate cost recovery 0000rtunities
What
Status
Comments
Done
On Target
Revised
Initiated the process to implement a refuse and recycling franchise fee that
will bring the City a minimum of $500,000 in additional revenue each year.
Adopted the City's first ever Comprehensive Fee Resolution and updated
fees for "individualized" services for the first time in 17 years.
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Made investments with yields that are greater than LAIF yields.
Updated business license fees and enforcement process.
Initiated an Administrative Citations process to provide a "kinder gentler"
approach and to reduce legal costs and increase revenues.
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Appointed an experienced Community Development Director with a
demonstrated track record in economic development.
Facilitated the sale of the Glendon Hotel to recoup $3.8 million in Currently in escrow. The new owner is an
redevelopment funds.. experienced hotel operator that has
submitted plans to expand and beautify
the facility
Approved various economic development projects including two new Other new retailers are in the pipeline.
restaurant pads near the Montebello Mall and a 50 -room expansion of
the Double Tree Hotel, Fresh & Easy, Dollar Tree, UFC Gym, etc.
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