CC - Minutes - 06-26-12Minutes of the
Joint City Council,
and
Housing Development Corporation
Meeting
June 26, 2012
The regular joint meeting of the Rosemead Housing Development Corporation and City Council was called to
order by Mayor Armenta at 7:02 p.m. in the Rosemead City Council Chamber located at 8838 East Valley
Boulevard, Rosemead, California.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: Director /Council Member Clark
INVOCATION: Director /Council Member Ly
PRESENT: President/Mayor Armenta, Vice- President/Mayor Pro Tern Low, Directors /Council Members
Alarcon, Clark and Ly
STAFF PRESENT: City Manager Allred, City Attorney Richman, Assistant City Manager Hawkesworth,
Community Development Director Ramirez, Director of Finance Brisco, Director of Parks and Recreation
Montgomery- Scott, Public Works Director Marcarello, and City Clerk Molleda.
City Adomey Rachel Richman request that an item of existing litigation be added to the closed session
discussion as item 9C.
Director /Council Member Steven Ly made a motion, seconded by Vice- PresidentlMayor Pro Tern Polly
Low to add a closed session item regarding a Conference with Legal Counsel on Existing Litigation
Government Code Section 54956.9 section (a): Vote resulted in:
Yes: Alarcon, Armenta, Clark, Low, Ly
No: None
Abstain: None
Absent: None
1. ORDINANCES READ BY TITLE ONLY
State law requires that all ordinances be read in full prior to the City Council 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.
Director /Council Member Steven Ly made a motion, seconded by Vice- President/Mayor Pro Tern Polly
Low to approve ordinances by title only. Vote resulted in:
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Yes: Alarcon, Armenta, Clark, Low, Ly
No: None
Abstain: None
Absent: None
2. PUBLIC COMMENTS FROM THE AUDIENCE
Juan Nunez — inquired about dead animal pickup over the weekends when the Public Safety Center is
closed.
President/MayorArmenta replied that residents could call the Public Safety Center and leave a message.
City Manager Allred explained that there are employees that are on call and check the messages throughout
the day on Saturdays. Residents are encouraged to leave messages and staff will respond to pick up a dead
animal.
Assistant City Manager Hawkesworth added that residents may call the Los Angeles County Animal Control
Department for services on Saturdays and Sundays.
Mr. Nunez — stated that on June 16th he called to report a dead animal near his curb and it was not picked up
over the weekend. He had to call animal control again on Monday morning and only then was the dead
animal picked up.
President/MayorArmenta recommended to Mr. Nunez to leave message at the Public Safety Center and
staff will try to get to the issue as soon as possible.
Dolores Weidemann — expressed concern regarding nothing being done to improve the Southern California
Edison property on the southwest corner on Mission and Walnut Grove. Mrs. Weidemann stated she
previously asked City Council to look into the issue.
President/MayorArmenta explained to Mrs. Weidemann that the property belongs to Southern California
Edison and that staff has tried worked with them on this issue. She explained that if a utility company owns a
right away the City can only do so much.
Mrs. Weidemann — also mentioned that the irrigation was improperly done and sections by the fence and
sidewalk that are city property could be improved.
Public Works Director Chris Marcarello explained the sidewalk Mrs. Weidemann was referring to is a
parkway, in which the sidewalk does belong to the City. Mr. Marcarello stated staff has sprayed weed pre -
emergent and done weed trimming. However, the property on the other side of the sidewalk is owned by
Southern California Edison. He added that a telecommunication company installed equipment and also
planted vines along the fence and the city added more vines as well.
Director /Council Member Ly suggested to Mrs. Weidemann to report any problems to the City Council or
staff.
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Director /Council Member Clark inquired about the system database for processing public request such as a
property issue, which alerts staff to respond. Mrs. Clark suggested adding a notification feature to the system.
Director /Council Member ly asked that staff provide Council with a regular maintenance schedule report.
City Manager Allred explained that the city does not maintain public right of ways and it is the responsibility of
the property owner or adjacent property owner in charge to keep the public right of way in front of their
property free of weeds and debris. Mr. Allred assured Mrs. Weidemann that staff would speak to Southern
California Edison about their property issue.
Vella Navarro — expressed concern with the Splash Zone swimming pool. She stated that kids have to get in
line to swim because it is overcrowded with kids and when they step out of the pool they have to get back in
line to reenter the pool. Mrs. Navarro indicated that it can create a health hazard and staff has to deal with
upset parents paying an entrance fee and having their kids not swim in the pool.
President/MayorArmenta asked if the pool was at its full capacity and if that was why kids had to wait in line
to swim. Ms. Armenta also explained to Mrs. Navarro that the reason why the entrance fee to the pool is only
a dollar was because the Director of Parks and Recreation Montgomery-Scott obtained a grant to rebuild the
City pools and no city money was utilized for this project.
Director of Parks and Recreation David Montgomery —Scott stated the Splash Zone facility has a limited
space of 2,000 square feet. He indicated that there were two pools that were designed to be complimentary;
the Rosemead Aquatic facility was for swimming and Splash Zone was design for a multi aquatic experience.
Director /Council Member Clark inquired about the capacity for each pool and asked if the lines at the
Splash Zone were forming because people wanted to swim all at once in the pool.
Director of Parks and Recreation Montgomery —Scott replied that the Splash Zone square footage is 2,000
square feet and can accommodate about 100 swimmers; the Rosemead pool can accommodate six times
that amount. He reiterated that the Splash Zone is a multi water experience and staff has to control and
regulate the facility's attendance; however, if someone is interested in only swimming then they can try the
Rosemead Aquatic Center.
Director /Council Member Clark asked if there are time limits for kids to go in and out of the pool.
Director of Parks and Recreation Montgomery —Scott explained that as kids leave the pool other kids are
given the opportunity to swim. He added that the City does not set the capacity in the pool; the health
department does. He added that the facility was constructed using the existing footprint in adding the new
water attractions.
Mrs. Navarro — disagreed with the limited space in the pool and asked why parents would have to go to
Rosemead Park to swim if they live near the Garvey Park pool.
President/MayorArmenta asked if the Explorer Shuttle can drive by the Splash Zone facility and take
residents to the Rosemead Park pools.
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Director of Public Works Marcarello stated the Explore Shuttle would have to reroute schedules and it may
increase cost in transportation services.
Director of Parks and Recreation Montgomery —Scott stated the Rosemead Pool had a shuttle service to and
from Garvey Park; however, the service was discontinued because there was a lack of interest.
City Manager Allred asked how many people can be accommodated in the Splash Zone and if people have
been denied access.
Recreation Supervisor Monday Regan replied about 300 people generally enter the facility and when it is at
full capacity they are not turned away, but are asked to wait.
DirectodCouncil Member Ly stated the public facilities are limited because there is only so much park
space and how does one best manage what is supposed to be a free resource.
DirectodCouncil Member Low suggested that kids should be able to use the restroom and still be able to
go inside the pool without having to wait in line again when they return.
3. PRESENTATION
Designation of July as Parks and Recreation Month
City Council presented a proclamation designating the month of July as Parks and Recreation Month.
Director of Parks and Recreation Montgomery-Scott accepted the proclamation.
DirectodCouncil Member Ly thanked Parks and Recreation staff and shared that he grew up using all
services from Parks and Recreation.
President/MayorArmenta stated that she worked in the Parks and Recreation Department and knows how
important it is to the community.
DirectodCouncil Member Clark stated that the city has a stellar Parks and Recreation department and she
was looking forward to the 4th of July celebration.
Director /Council Member Low thanked Director of Parks and Recreation Montgomery-Scott and staff for
their service to the city.
4. PUBLIC HEARING
A. Consideration of the Imposition of Rubbish Liens
Pursuant to the contract between the City of Rosemead and Consolidated Disposal Services,
a Public Hearing has been scheduled to consider protests regarding the imposition of liens
on real property from those customers who are delinquent in paying their trash collection bill.
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Recommendation: That the City Council direct staff to place liens on those properties
whose owners have not paid their trash collection bill in full by 6:00 p.m. on July 13, 2012.
City Manager Allred reviewed the staff report.
President/Mayor Armenta opened the Public Hearing at 7:49 p.m.
Charles Kuan — stated that the properties at 8951 to 8957 Marshall Street have had issues not receiving
their billing on time. They asked that Consolidated Disposal address and resolve their issues.
Kim Kha — stated that she never requested trash service and was given a past due notice which stated a lien
was being placed on the property at 8257 Klingerman Avenue.
City Manager Allred clarified that trash is a service that is required by all residents in the city and not an
optional service. If a resident qualifies for a self -haul service, they can apply for one; otherwise, it is required
by all residents of the city.
Public Works Director Marcarello suggested that Ms. Kha provide her property information to staff to discuss
her issue further.
DirectorlCouncil Member Clark asked if the item was voted on tonight would the lien go on Ms. Kha's
property before it's resolved.
Director /Council Member Ly stated that the lien would be placed if they do not pay by the July 13 deadline
and there will be a City Council meeting before that deadline.
Juan Nunez — expressed concern with the billing practices of Consolidated Disposal.
President/MayorArmenta stated he was asked to contact Consolidated Disposal directly in regards to the
billing issue.
Natalie Paulovich — stated she had spoken during a previous city council meeting about senior citizen
discounts. She stated the amount allowed to qualify for the discount per month is below the poverty line. Mrs.
Paulovich asked City Council to reconsider and review Consolidated Disposal's new contract.
President/MayorArmenta stated that the waste hauler contract had not been awarded and the new contract
would not commence until August of 2013.
City Manager Allred stated that if Council approves the contract with Consolidated Disposal the rates will
actually decrease.
President/Mayor Armenta explained to Mrs. Paulovich that her billing reflected the old contract and no
changes could be made until the current contract expires. Ms. Armenta assured her that council would review
the new contract and bring up her issue.
Public Works Director Marcarello proposed that the City use the Housing and Urban Development guidelines
as a moderate or moderate low income that would meet that standard for senior discounts.
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City Attorney Richman asked Mrs. Paulovich if she had comments in regards to liens and if that is why she is
not paying her bill.
Mrs. Paulovich - explained that she received a letter stating that there is a lien on her property. She called
Consolidated Disposal because penalties were imposed for a three month service that had not been
rendered yet.
President/Mayor Armenta stated for the record that the lien Iist'did not have Mrs. Paulovich's name or her
address.
Dolores Weidemann — asked for clarifications on Consolidated Disposal's contract negotiations in regards to
providing an optional smaller container to residents.
President/MayorArmenta referred Mrs. Weideman's question to be discussed until item 6A on the agenda
was reviewed. Ms. Armenta closed the public hearing at 8:08 p.m.
Director /Council Member Steven Ly made a motion, seconded by President/Mayor Sandra Armenta to
place liens on those properties whose owners have not paid their trash collection bill by July 13,
2012. Vote resulted in:
Yes: Alarcon, Armenta, Clark, Low, Ly
No: None
Abstain: None
Absent: None
Director /Council Member Clark requested that the list be sorted by house number in the future.
Director /Council Member Ly stated that there were people who received letters about a lien that are not on
the list. He requested that the list be updated.
City Attorney Richman stated those residents on the list received a letter as a warning that they may get a
lien on their property not that they have a lien on their property.
Sadie Adragna -Collection Manager for Consolidated Disposal, explained that there is a time period when
liens are imposed. The company mails out notices to home owners, noticing them about the City Council
Public Hearing if they are on the lien list. Ms. Adragna added that they mail out letters to delinquent accounts
after 60 days, so the property owners can resolve their issue before it becomes a lien. As the property
owners make payments, they are removed from the lien list.
Director /Council Member Ly inquired about Mrs. Paulovich's account situation and if she has been removed
from the lien list.
Ms. Adragna - replied that Mrs. Paulovich was removed from the lien list.
President/MayorArmenta asked for clarification on how property owners are noticed about liens.
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Ms. Adragna — explained that during the tax lien period no letters are sent because between April and July,
people think that Consolidated Disposals is billing them. Consolidated Disposal uses Data Quick Services to
obtain the information from the County Recorder to the most current property owners.
5. CONSENT CALENDAR
A. Claims and Demands
• Resolution No.2012 -06
Recommendation: to approve Resolution No. 2012 — 06 entitled:
A RESOLUTION OF THE ROSEMEAD HOUSING
DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION OF THE CITY OF
ROSEMEAD ALLOWING CERTAIN CLAIMS AND DEMANDS
IN THE SUM OF $237.50 NUMBERED 1548
• Resolution No.2012 -41
Recommendation: to approve Resolution No. 2012 — 41 entitled:
A RESOLUTION OF THE ROSEMEAD CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF ROSEMEAD ALLOWING CERTAIN CLAIMS AND
DEMANDS IN THE SUM OF 783,053.14 NUMBERED 77664
THROUGH 77803 INCLUSIVELY
B. Exchange Agreement for Rosemead Surplus Proposition A Local Return
Transportation Funds with City of Industry
The FY 2012 -13 budget includes revenues to be derived through the exchange of the City's
surplus Proposition A Return funds with another city for their general funds. The City of
Industry has been identified as a city seeking to exchange their general funds for Proposition
A Local Return funds.
Recommendation: That the City Council approve the exchange of $666,667 of surplus
Proposition A Local Return funds with the City of Industry for $500,000 of their general funds
and authorize the City Manager to sign the Agreement.
C. Used Oil Payment Program Application
The California Oil Recycling Enhancement Act of 1991 authorizes the Department of
Resources Recycling and Recovery (CalRecycle) to award grants to enhance the collection
and recycling of used lubricating oil. Rosemead is eligible to apply under the Used Oil
Payment Program for the July 1, 2012 — June 30, 2013 fiscal year.
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It is anticipated that these grant funds will be utilized for the promotion of the City's State -
certified collection centers, development of education awareness materials, and assistance
in the recruitment of additional collection facilities.
Recommendation: That the City Council approve Resolution No. 2012 -40, entitled:
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
ROSEMEAD, CALIFORNIA, AUTHORIZING THE SUBMITTAL
OF AN USED OIL PAYMENT PROGRAM APPLICATION AND
RELATED AUTHORIZATIONS
D. Traffic Safety Enhancements at Muscatel Avenue and Mission Drive
The Traffic Commission recently received a request to review traffic conditions in the vicinity
of Muscatel Avenue and Mission Drive. Nearby residents indicated that on- street parking
and vehicle turning movements create traffic safety concerns near this intersection. After
reviewing these concerns and visiting the location, it was observed that existing conditions
lead to vehicles "going around" other left- turning vehicles. Further, on- street parking at this
location does create some visibility concerns for residential properties north of the
intersection. Based on these findings, it was recommended that parking restrictions, signage
and a dedicated left -turn lane be added at this location. The Commission concurred with this
recommendation.
Recommendation: That the City Council approve the Traffic Commission's
recommendation and authorize staff to take the necessary steps to install traffic
improvements, including the addition of parking restrictions, signage, and a dedicated left -
turn lane for northbound vehicles on Muscatel turning onto Mission Drive.
E. Purchase Agreement for Portable Diesel Generators
As part of the City's Fiscal Year 2012 -13 budget, funding is included for the purchase of
portable, trailer- mounted diesel generators. These generators will be a vital resource in the
event of a major disaster. Additionally, the generators will be available for use during City
special events (4th of July and Summer Concerts in the Park) in lieu of rental equipment.
Pricing quotes were obtained from three companies that distribute this type of equipment and
it is recommended that the City Council authorize the purchase of two generators from
Duthie Power Services.
Recommendation: That the City Council authorize the City Manager to execute a purchase
agreement with Duthie Power Services for the purchase of two trailer mounted diesel
generators with funds available in the Fiscal Year 2012 -13 budget.
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F. Safe Routes to School Project — Award of Contract
As part of the City's Fiscal Year 2011 -12 Capital Improvement Program, the City Council
approved a program titled, "Safe Routes to School Program ", which involves traffic safety
and calming enhancements at six (6) local schools: Emerson Elementary, Garvey
Intermediate, Willard Elementary, Bitely Elementary, Sanchez Elementary, and Temple
Intermediate. The bulk of this project is funded through the State of California Safe Routes
to School Program, with a total approved grant of °$450,000, with $50,000 additional funding
from State Gas Tax Funds. Since submitting the grant application in April 2010, additional
safety measures were identified and added to the scope of the project. These measures
include traffic signal modifications, striping, and signage resulting in an addition cost of
$221,000 above the initial project budget.
The project includes the installation of new safety traffic striping, traffic signage, speed
feedback signs, curb bulb -outs, in- pavement crossing lightings, and traffic signal
modifications. All of the proposed traffic enhancements are located within a 2 -mile radius as
required by the State grant guidelines.
Recommendation: That the City Council:
1. Approve the plans and specifications for this improvement project;
2. Authorize the City Manager to enter into a contract with PTM General
Engineering Services, Inc. for the Safe Routes to School Project in the amount
of $655,045.
3. Establish an amount of approximately 10% of the contract cost ($65,500), as a
contingency, to cover the potential cost of unforeseen site conditions; and
4. Approve Resolution No. 2012 -42, entitled:
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
ROSEMEAD, CALIFORNIA, APPROPRIATING $221,000 FOR
THE SAFE ROUTES TO SCHOOL PROJECT
Brian Lewin — read a letter on behalf of Rosemead resident and Planning Commissioner Nancy Eng,
thanking the City's partnership with Garvey School District on the beautification project of Garvey Schools
and for the Safe Routes to Schools traffic improvement project. Mrs. Eng also commended Public Works
staff, Public Works Director Marcarello and the Traffic Commission for their input. Mr. Lewin added that he
appreciated Mr. Marcarello's efforts in attaining the Safe Routes to Schools improvements because school
routes are an issue.
Director/Council Member Steven Ly made a motion, seconded by Director/Council Member William
Alarcon to approved Consent Calendar items. Vote resulted in:
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Yes: Alarcon, Armenta, Clark, Low, Ly
No: None
Abstain: None
Absent: None
6. MATTERS FROM CITY MANAGER & STAFF
A. Award of Exclusive Franchise Agreement for Solid Waste /Recycling Collection
Services
In March, the City Council authorized staff to begin negotiations with Consolidated Disposal
Services (CDS) related to a new exclusive franchise agreement for solid waste and recycling
collection services. In authorizing the negotiations, the Council asked that several proposal
elements be reviewed. The most substantial deal point was to negotiate a reduction to the
proposed commercial /multi - family collection rates to ensure that businesses did not receive
large increases under the new agreement.
The negotiated franchise agreement provides for significant reductions in commercial service
rates from the initial CDS proposal. In aggregate, these rates will represent a 25% decrease
in total commercial /multi - family revenues from the initial CDS proposal. In fact, the
negotiated commercial /multi- family rate decreases will result in revenues to CDS that are
essentially the same as the revenues generated by the existing commercial /multi- family rate
structure.
The community will benefit significantly from this new franchise agreement, with the addition
of service enhancements, a 14% decrease in residential service rates, a new commercial
recycling program that will provide opportunities for commercial customers to reduce service
rates, and added community stewardship programs. Overall, the current 2012 total
estimated value of the existing franchise agreement is $4,666,000. Based on the negotiated
rates, the total estimated value of the new franchise agreement will be $4,299,000 — nearly
an 8% decrease.
Recommendation: That the City Council approve the award of an exclusive franchise
agreement with Consolidated Disposal Services effective August 1, 2013 for a ten (10) year
term and authorize the City Manager to execute the necessary documents related to the
franchise agreement.
Director of Public Works Chris Marcarello reviewed the staff report.
Mayor Pro Tern Low was pleased that Consolidated Disposal worked with the City to decrease their fees for
residents and commercial businesses.
Juan Nunez — commented on Consolidated Disposal's billing practices and the new contract for a term of 10
years.
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Mayor Armenta stated that the contract is a public record and can be requested at any time. She added that
the City was fortunate because other surrounding cities have a 30 year term with an Evergreen commitment.
Council Member Ly stated the request for proposals for trash was a controversial issue. He stated that at
the time Council awarded the exclusive negotiation with Consolidated Disposal, he was unhappy with the
commercial rates. Since then, Consolidated Disposal provided new reduction of rates and a franchise fee. Mr.
Ly thanked staff for negotiating with the company and being business friendly.
Council Member Low stated she wanted the record to show that during the request for trash proposals
Council Member Ly was attacked by individuals because he was a supporter of a certain contractor who
contributed to his campaign. However, she clarified that Mr. Ly voted for a company that never contributed to
his campaign. Mrs. Low felt it was unfair the way Mr. Ly was attacked during this process.
Council Member Alarcon stated that the City has dealt with this company for many years and he feels they
know what the City's needs are. He added that staff had done a great job during the negotiations.
Council Member Clark asked if a resident had extra green waste that did not fit in their trash container,
could they call Consolidated Disposal to request an additional pick up or trash container.
Susan Passantino - of Consolidated Disposal replied that they provide a generous bulky item pick up
program. Residents can call in advance and Consolidated Disposal would consider that request as a bulky
item pick up.
Mayor Armenta commended staff for a tremendous job in negotiating with Consolidated Disposal. She
thanked Consolidated Disposal for being an honest company and trying to help the city and residents. Ms.
Armenta agreed with Council Member Low's comments and stated that Council Member Ly voted for what he
felt was right for the City.
Council Member Steven Ly made a motion, seconded by Mayor Pro Tern Polly Low to award an
exclusive franchise agreement with Consolidated Disposal Services effective August 1, 2013. Vote
resulted in:
Yes: Alarcon, Armenta, Clark, Low, Ly
No: None
Abstain: None
Abstain: None
B. Budget for 2012 -13 Fiscal Year
The City Council will consider adoption of the City's Budget for the 2012 -13 Fiscal Year
which provides for total appropriations of $28,325,900. This amount represents an 11.3%
reduction from the current fiscal year budget appropriations. The General Fund budget of
$17,349,500 is a balanced with no surplus for the upcoming fiscal year. Consequently, a full
scope of services to residents will be continued without service reductions; although, some
restructuring and consolidation of service delivery methods will be required for cost
effectiveness in an era of reduced revenues.
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As a result of the most recent City Council Budget Workshop conducted on July 12th, and
subsequent staff reviews of the draft budget document, minor modifications are needed to
correct typographical errors or formatting changes. None of the corrections represent .
changes to the estimated financial revenues or appropriations. Also, the Budget Message
has been updated.
Recommendation: That the City Council approve the City of Rosemead Budget for the
2012 -13 Fiscal Year.
City Manager Allred reviewed the staff report.
Council Member Ly suggested allocating additional funds with conditions for a memorandum of
understanding with the Chamber of Commerce because he felt it is beneficial to the industry.
City Manager Allred replied that a memo of communication between the Chamber of Commerce and the City
would need to indicate how they intend to benefit businesses in Rosemead.
Council Member Ly stated there is still $10,000 in surplus funds
City Manager Allred explained additional funds are needed for the Lunar New Year event. During
negotiations with EDI, the City has become informed that there is a need to allocate additional funds for this
event, which are being proposed in a resolution to be adopted along with the approval of the budget. This will
reflect the additional $20,000 appropriation.
Council Member Ly restated there is an additional $20,000 in revenue, and allocating $10,000 to the
Chamber of Commerce and $5,000 to the Lunar New Year event, will leave a remainder of $5,000 surplus.
Council Member Steven Ly made a motion, seconded by Council Member William Alarcon to approve
the City of Rosemead's Budget for the 2012.13 Fiscal Year. Vote resulted in:
Yes: Alarcon, Armenta, Clark, Low, Ly
No: None
Abstain: None
Absent: None
7. MATTERS FROM MAYOR & CITY COUNCIL
A. Request for a Voluntary Assessment by the Los Angeles Division of the League of
California Cities
The City Council will consider a request by the League of California Cities L.A. Division for a
voluntary assessment of $500 to fund water policy consulting services to assist the municipal
representative on the Regional Water Quality Control Board.
Recommendation: That the City Council provide direction.
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Council Member Ly explained that as the treasurer of the League of California Cities -L.A. Division they had
voted on requesting a voluntary assessment of $500 to help hire a water policy consultant. Mr. Ly opposed
because the position that the consultant was reporting to was being eliminated according to a trailer bill.by
the Governor's office. Also, the consultant that the person reports to is a board member who represents
cities and has staff resources. Mr. Ly moved to reject the requested voluntary assessment of $500.
Council Member Clark stated that the issue on the position being eliminated by the trailer bill eliminates
categories on the regional board and not necessarily a category for cities or other members. She clarified that
it would not automatically eliminate that position. Mrs. Clark added that if the position is eliminated, the $500
fee would not be necessary and the League voted 20 to 6 in favor. Mary Ann Lutz is the Mayor of the City of
Monrovia and sits on the regional water control board which has jurisdiction over the storm water in San
Gabriel Valley.
Mayor Pro Tem Low asked if the Mayor of Monrovia is the municipal representative and asked if the League
is asking cities to pay an additional $500 to hire a consultant for her.
Council Member Clark stated that Mary Ann Lutz had a consultant for several years, which was funded by
the League.
Council Member Ly explained that three years ago the L.A Division had a surplus and it was for the position
of that board who decided to hire a consultant for Board Member Mary Ann Lutz. Ms. Lutz argued that she
was not an expert on water quality issues which is why she needed a consultant.
Council Member Clark stated that water issues can be extremely complex and that staff of the regional
board tends to be bias and they are not in favor of cities. She added that Mr. Ly was handed what to say
about the elimination of Ms. Lutz' position, which is the reason why there was a unanimous vote at the L.A.
Division meeting to eliminate the consultant. Mrs. Clark felt it was voted on a false presumption that Ms. Lutz'
position was also being eliminated.
Council Member Ly clarified that he said, "May be eliminated" and that the reason why her position was
eliminated was not because of his "may be" statement, it was because the L.A. Division is now violating a
fiscal reserve policy. The L.A. Division funded a position and now it cannot afford to fund that consultant's
position.
Council Member Clark disagreed with Mr. Ly's comments and reiterated that there is a lot of information that
is very complex and technical.
Mayor Armenta stated that she had attended a League meeting at the ALADS Headquarters and it was
apparent that the majority of the cities voted to be able to pay $500 for Ms. Lutz' consultant. She expressed
that cities should stick together and the majority ruled to allocate $500 to pay for the consultant. Ms. Armenta
asked if the $500 voluntary assessment could be taken from the $20,000 surplus, which is not from the
general fund.
City Manager Allred replied the existing budget allocation could accommodate the $500 expenditure
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Council Member Margaret Clark made a motion, seconded by Council Member William Alarcon to
allocate $500 to fund water policy consulting services for the League of California Cities L.A. Division.
Vote resulted in:
Yes: Alarcon, Armenta, Clark
No: Ly
Abstain: Low
Absent: None
8. COMMENTS FROM CITY COUNCIL
Council Member Clark commented that the home addresses are now visible with the new painted curb
numbers.
Mayor Pro Tern Low asked for an update on the Lunar New Year festival.
City Manager Allred stated that he and Director of Parks and Recreation Montgomery-Scott met with EDI
Media and negotiated with them. EDI Media proposed a $16,000 total cost for the event and wanted the City
to pay for half. Mr. Allred reiterated that all items requested for the event would be included in a letter to EDI
Media.
Council Member Alarcon asked why EDI Media requested money from the City.
City Manager Allred replied that EDI Media has agreed to pay for the sheriffs cost during the event, which is
about $5,000.
Director of Parks and Recreation Montgomery - Scott explained that EDI Media pays for all the materials, such
as, tents, tables, chairs, staging, lighting, advertising and marketing for the entire event. The City only offsets
some cost of the event.
Council Member Low asked if EDI Media was also paying for traffic cost and Community Service Officers
time.
Director of Parks and Recreation Montgomery-Scott replied that the additional $2,000 cost would cover the
Community Service Officers and all other cost for the Parks and Recreation, Public Safety and Public
Services staff is covered by the city.
Mayor Armenta stated that she received a phone call from Damien Nevarez and expressed concern with the
bus tours and parking at attraction areas.
City Manager explained that the issues arise because of casino bus tours. When people are boarding
the buses they park in shopping centers or in neighborhoods. Staff is looking into an ordinance in regulating
casinos buses and parking so they have places to park.
MayorArmenta asked if there is an ordinance regulating how recycling centers, such as, Beach's Market,
house recycling material. Residents that live adjacent to the wall next to the recycling center are bothered by
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the noise. Ms. Armenta asked that staff look into the issue. She also reported that she attended the National
Association Latino of Elected and Appointed Officials conference and got to meet President Obama and hear
Candidate Mitt Romney speak and network with California Legislators, Council Members, Mayor's and met
Gloria Molina.
Mayor Armenta recessed the meeting to closed session at 9:10 p.m.
9. CLOSED SESSION
A. Conference with Labor Negotiators
Government Code Section 564957
Negotiators for the City: City Manager Jeff Allred and
Assistant City Manager Matt Hawkesworth
B. Conference with Legal Counsel — Anticipated Litigation
Government Code Section 54956.9 (c): 1 matter
C. Conference with Legal Counsel - Existing Litigation
Government Code Section 54956.9 (c): 1 matter
City Council reconvene back from closed session at 10:25 p.m. City Attorney Richman announced that the
City Council had no reportable actions.
10. ADJOURNMENT
The Meeting adjourned at 10:25 p.m. The next regular City Council meeting is scheduled to take place on
July 10, 2012 at 7:00 p.m.
Polly Low
ATTEST: Mayor Pro Tem
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 meeting
minutes from June 26, 2012, was duly and regularly approved and adopted by the Rosemead City
Council on the 22nd of January 2013, by the following vote to wit:
Yes: Alarcon, Clark, Low, Ly,
No: None
Abstain: None
Absent: Armenta
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Gloria Molleda
City Clerk