CC - Minutes - 02-26-13Minutes of the
City Council
Meeting
February 26, 2013
The regular meeting of the Rosemead City Council was called to order by Mayor Armenta at 7:00 p.m. in the
Rosemead City Council Chamber located at 8838 East Valley Boulevard, Rosemead, California.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: Mayor Armenta
INVOCATION: Mayor Pro Tern Low
PRESENT: Mayor Armenta, Mayor Pro Tern Low, Council Members Alarcon, Clark and Ly
STAFF PRESENT: City Manager Allred, City Attorney Richman, Assistant City Manager Hawkesworth,
Community Development Director Ramirez, Director of Parks and Recreation Montgomery-Scott, Public
Works Director Marcarello, and City Clerk Molleda.
City Attorney Rachel Richman requested that an item be added to the consent calendar agenda as item no.
3D.
Mayor Pro Tem Polly Low made a motion, seconded by Council Member Margaret Clark to add to the
Consent Calendar as the submittal of an application for funding under the CalHome Program
Application as item 3D. Vote resulted in:
Yes: Alarcon, Armenta, Clark, Low
No: None
Abstain: None
Absent: Ly
PUBLIC COMMENTS FROM THE AUDIENCE
Ron Esauivel — thanked the City Council and staff for the new trees on his street.
MayorArmenta thanked Public Works Director Marcarello and staff for accommodating residents request,
who had changed their mind and are now requesting a city tree in front of their home, after seeing their
neighbors new trees.
2. PRESENTATION
• Safe Communities Month Proclamation
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Public Safety Coordinator Mandy Wong spoke about Safe Communities Month and reported on low crime
rates. She added that staff has committed itself to promoting and maintaining the highest quality of life for the
city and developing partnerships and programs for Rosemead residents and businesses. Mrs. Wong thanked
the City Council for their continued support.
MayorArmenta thanked Mrs. Wong for her work on the emergency prepares program.
City Council presented a proclamation to Chief of Police Lieutenant Tim Murakami and Public Safety
Coordinator Mandy Wong.
Council MemberLy arrived to the City Council meeting at 7:11 p.m
• Rosemead High School Girls Varsity Basketball Team —Five time consecutive Mission
Valley League Champions
Mayor Armenta read the proclamation and introduced Principal Larry Cecil and Coach Gothier, who were
present to accept the certificate of recognition on behalf of the entire Rosemead High School Girls Varsity
Basketball Team.
Coach Gothier - introduced the Rosemead High School Girls Varsity Basketball Team.
City Council presented a certificate of recognition to the Rosemead High School Girls Varsity Basket Ball
Team for their five consecutive wins.
Council Member Clark commended the team for their hard work.
MayorArmenta commended Parks & Recreation Supervisor Monday Regan and her daughter Sarah, who is
in the basket team.
3. CONSENT CALENDAR
A. Minutes
August 14, 2012 — Regular Meeting
September 11, 2012 — Regular Meeting
September 25, 2012 — Regular Meeting - deffered
B. Claims and Demands
Resolution No. 2013 — 07
Recommendation: to approve Resolution No. 2013 — 07 entitled:
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A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
ROSEMEAD ALLOWING CERTAIN CLAIMS AND DEMANDS
IN THE SUM OF $1,540,199.91 NUMBERED 80099 THROUGH
80265 INCLUSIVELY
C. Review of Traffic Conditions on Loftus Drive East of Temple City Boulevard
The Traffic Commission received a request to review traffic conditions at Loftus Drive,
between Temple City Boulevard and the east City limit. Residents in this area expressed
concerns that turn access onto Loftus Drive from Brookline Avenue and Strang Avenue is
often delayed, especially during peak travel hours. Further, there are concerns that on- street
parking at the southern intersections of Loftus Drive /Brookline Avenue and Loftus
Drive /Strang Avenue limits line -of -sight visibility to the east and west. After studying the
location, it was determined that the installation of some traffic safety enhancements would
improve safety in this area. The Commission concurred with the recommendation.
Recommendation: That the City Council approve the Traffic Commission's recommended
street striping plan and improvements, including:
1. The installation of approximately 10 feet of red curbing at the southwest and southwest
corners of the intersections of Loftus Drive /Brookline Avenue and Loftus Drive /Strang
Avenue; and
2. The installation of "Keep Clear' pavement markings at the intersection of Loftus
Drive /Brookline Avenue and Loftus Drive /Strang Avenue.
D. CalHome Program Application
To enable the City to apply for funding from the California Department of Housing and
Community Development under the CalHome Program, the City Council needs to adopt a
resolution authorizing the submittal of an application.
Recommendation: to approve Resolution No. 2013 — 08 entitled:
A RESOLUTION FO THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
ROSEMEAD AUTHORIZING THE SUBMITTAL OF AN
APPLICATION TO THE CALIFORNIA STATE DEPARTMENT
OF HOUSING AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT FOR
FUNDING UNDER THE CALHOME PROGRAM; THE
EXECUTION OF A STANDARD AGREEMENT IF SELECTED
FOR SUCH FUNDING AND ANYAMENDMENTS THERETO;
AND ANY RELATED DOCUMENT NECESSARY TO
PARTICIAPTE IN THE CALHOME PROGRAM
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Council Member Clark submitted corrections to the minutes of September 11th and 25th.
Mayor Pro Tem Low asked to deferred the minutes of September 25th.
Council Member Steven Ly made a motion, seconded by Mayor Pro Tern Polly Low to approve the
Consent Calendar items with corrections to the minutes of September 11, 2013 and the exception of
the minutes of September 25, 2013. Vote resulted in:
Yes: Alarcon, Armenta, Clark, Low, Ly
No: None
Abstain: None
Absent: None
4. MATTERS FROM CITY MANAGER & STAFF - None
5. MATTERS FROM MAYOR & CITY COUNCIL
Council Member Clark stated resident had expressed concern about trash cans being set out in the street
for pickup days in advance. She asked what could be done to prevent this.
Elizabeth Martinez - representative of Consolidated Disposal Services stated that they will place an article in
their newsletter to inform residents on the proper time trash should be place on their curbs.
Council Member Clark commended staff for the new installed street signs. However, she expressed concern
on the misspelling of a few street signs and asked staff to look into the matter.
Public Works Director Marcarello stated that staff was aware of the misspelled street signs and were working
with the contractor to resolve the issue. He explained that staff will canvass the new street signs to assure
accuracy.
Council Member Ly commended Mayor Armenta for her services as mayor and reminded residents to vote
on March 5th.
Mayor Armenta reiterated to residents to go out and vote on March 5th and that voters can contact
candidates with any questions or concerns by phone. Mayor Armenta state that she attended the opening of
the El Monte Military Recruit Center for Marines, Army and Navy. She added that she represented the City of
Rosemead and met with recruit personnel and that they appreciated the City's support.
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6. ADJOURNMENT
The meeting adjourned at 7:34 p.m.. The next regular City Council meeting is scheduled to take place on
March 26, 2013 at 7:00 p.m.
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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 meeting
minutes from February 26, 2013, was duly and regularly approved and adopted by the Rosemead
City Council on the 14th of May 2013, by the following vote to wit:
Yes: Alarcon, Armenta, Clark, Low, Ly,
No: None
Abstain: None
Absent: None
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Gloria Molleda
City Clerk