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CC - Agenda - 02-11-14Public Comment from the Audience • If you wish to address the City Council, please complete a Speaker Request Card, as it must be handed to the City Clerk before the start of the meeting. • The City Council will hear public comments on matters not listed on the agenda during the Public Comments from the Audience period. • opportunity to address the City Council (on non - agenda items) is limited to 3 minutes per speaker. • The City Council will hear public comments on items listed on the agenda during discussion of the matter and prior to a vote. Brown Act Pursuant to provisions of the Brown Act, no action may be taken on a matter unless it is listed on the agenda, or unless certain emergency or special circumstances exist. The City Council may direct staff to investigate and /or schedule certain matters for consideration at a future City Council meeting. Rules of Decorum Persons attending the meeting shall observe rules of propriety, decorum, good conduct, and refrain from impertinent or slanderous remarks. Violation of this rule shall result in such persons being barred from further audience before the governing body. Pursuant to Gov. Code Sect 54954.3(c), any person who engages in unlawful interference shall be removed from chambers. Americans with Disabilities Act In compliance with the ADA, if you need special assistance to participate in this meeting, please contact the City Clerk's office at least 48 hours prior to the meeting to allow the City to make reasonable arrangements to ensure accessibility to the meeting or service. This agenda was posted 72 hours in advance of the meeting at the City Hall, 8838 E. Valley Boulevard, Rosemead; the L.A. County Library, Rosemead Branch, 8800 E. Valley Boulevard, Rosemead; and other locations pursuant to RMC Sec. 1.08.020. Any writings or documents provided to a majority of the Rosemead City Council regarding any 'item on this agenda will be made available for public inspection in the City Clerk's office during normal business hours. Rosemead City Council, Housing Development Corporation and the Successor Agency of the Rosemead Community Development Commission JOINT MEETING AGENDA February 11, 2014 7:00 PM City Hall Council Chamber 8838 E. Valley Boulevard Rosemead, CA 91770 www.cityofrosemeadM Polly Low, Mayor William Alarcon, Mayor Pro Tern Sandra Armenta, Council Member Margaret Clark, Council Member Jean Hall, Council Member ROSEMEAD CITY COUNCIL, HOUSING DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION AND THE SUCCESSOR AGENCY OF THE ROSEMEAD COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION JOINT MEETING AGENDA February 11, 2014 Joint Meeting Agenda • CALL TO ORDER— 7:00 P.M. • PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE —Council Member Armenta • INVOCATION — Council Member Clark • ROLL CALL: • City Council — Mayor Low, Mayor Pro Tern Alarcon, Council Members Armenta, Clark, and Hall • Housing Development Corporation — President Low, Vice President Alarcon, Board Members Armenta, Clark, and Hall • Successor Agency — Chair Low, Vice -Chair Alarcon, Members Armenta, Clark, and Hall 1. PUBLIC COMMENTS FROM THE AUDIENCE The City Council will receive public comments on matters not listed on the agenda. 2. PUBLIC HEARING A. Annual Action Plan for Federally- Funded Programs for the Fiscal Year 2014.2015 The City Council will conduct its required annual public hearing regarding the projected use of federal Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) and HOME Investment Partnership (HOME) funds for the upcoming 2014 -15 fiscal year. The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) has not yet announced the final amounts to be allocated to participating communities; however, cities have been warned that Congress will again make cuts to these programs. Under federal regulations, no more than 15% of the CDBG allocation can be used for "social service" activities. Written proposals have been received from four (4) organizations that are current recipients, which include Family Promise, Family Service, People for People, and Southern California Housing Rights Center. Due to impending federal funding reductions, allocations to social service agencies may need to be reduced or in some cases eliminated. Recommendation: That the City Council conduct a public hearing and take public testimony on the Annual Action Plan covering the period July 1, 2014 — June 30, 2015. No further City Council action is necessary. Page 2 of 6 ROSEMEAD CITY COUNCIL, HOUSING DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION AND THE SUCCESSOR AGENCY OF THE ROSEMEAD COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION JOINT MEETING AGENDA February 11, 2014 3. CONSENT CALENDAR A. Minutes January 8, 2014 — Special Meeting January 28, 2014 — Special Meeting January 28, 2014 — Regular Meeting February 4, 2014 — Special Meeting B. Claims and Demands a Resolution No. 2014 — 03 Recommendation: to approve Resolution No. 2014 — 03, entitled: A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD ALLOWING CERTAIN CLAIMS AND DEMANDS IN THE SUM OF $761,055.23 NUMBERED 83782 THROUGH 83889 INCLUSIVELY • Resolution No.2014 -03 Recommendation: to approve Resolution No. 2014 — 03, entitled: A RESOLUTION OF THE HOUSING DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD ALLOWING CERTAIN CLAIMS AND DEMANDS IN THE SUM OF $1,035 NUMBERED 1562 THROUGH 1564 INCLUSIVELY • Resolution No. 2014 — 03 Recommendation: to approve Resolution No. 2014 — 03, entitled: A RESOLUTION OF THE SUCCESSOR AGENCY TO THE ROSEMEAD COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION ALLOWING CERTAIN CLAIMS AND DEMANDS IN THE SUM OF $122,987.07 NUMBERED 10074 INCLUSIVELY Page 3 of 6 ROSEMEAD CITY COUNCIL, HOUSING DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION AND THE SUCCESSOR AGENCY OF THE ROSEMEAD COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION JOINT MEETING AGENDA February 11. 2014 C. Ordinance No. 935 — Second Reading: Municipal Code Amendment 13.01, An Ordinance Reinforcing the City's Current Ban on Medical Marijuana Dispensaries in All Zoning Districts On January 28, 2014, the City Council introduced Ordinance No. 935, amending title 17 .. zoning" of the municipal code by adding chapter 17.40 for the purpose of reinforcing and confirming the City's current ban on medical marijuana dispensaries in all zoning districts. Ordinance No. 935 is now before Council at the required second reading for adoption. Recommendation: That the City Council adopt Ordinance No. 935, at its second reading, entitled: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD AMENDING TITLE 17 "ZONING" OF THE CITY'S MUNICIPAL CODE BY ADDING CHAPTER 17.40 FOR THE PURPOSE OF REINFORCING AND CONFIRMING THE CITY'S CURRENT BAN ON MEDICAL MARIJUANA DISPENSARIES IN ALL ZONING DISTRICTS D. Rosemead Park Basketball Court Improvement Project — Award of Contract As part of the City's Fiscal Year 2013 -14 Capital Improvement Program, the City Council approved the "Rosemead Park Improvements Project'. The project identifies several elements of Rosemead Park that need improvement, including playground equipment, the north parking lot, court lighting, and the basketball courts. At this time, bids have been solicited to improve the basketball courts, which are apopular park amenity for the community. The existing court surface is in dire need of replacement, with portions of the concrete surface that are cracked and uneven. In addition to replacing the basketball court, the project will include the replacement of basketball hoops and the creation of a seat wall on the east side of the courts in order to create a spectator friendly seating area. Funding for this project is provided through bond proceeds. Recommendation: That the City Council: 1. Approve the plans and specifications for the Rosemead Park Improvements Project p Basketball Courts; and 2. Authorize the City Manager to enter into a contract with PK Construction in the amount of $117,227.50. In addition, authorize an amount of $17,585 (approximately 15 %) as a contingency to cover the cost of unforeseen construction expenses. Page 4 of 6 ROSEMEAD CITY COUNCIL, HOUSING DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION AND THE SUCCESSOR AGENCY OF THE ROSEMEAD COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION JOINT MEETING AGENDA February 11, 2014 4. MATTERS FROM CITY MANAGER & STAFF A. Mid -Year Budget Update and 2014.15 Outlook The Council will be provided with a mid -year Budget update presentation regarding the current 2013 -2014 fiscal year Budget along with a brief look towards the upcoming fiscal year. In terms of the General Fund, revenues have proven to be stable and are generally in line with budgeted projections. Sales tax revenues are growing moderately as expected and property tax revenues have been relatively stable. General fund expenditures are remaining in line with budgeted figures and staff has implemented cost savings measures when available. It is important to point out that the Budget includes expenditures from fund balance for certain capital improvement projects such as the Garvey Gym renovation; therefore, expenditures are projected to exceed revenues at the end of the fiscal year. An early look at revenues for 2014 -15 show signs of stagnation due to flat inflation and the consumer price index. The opening of all the new restaurants and businesses has been offset somewhat by the closure of some retail outlets such as Office Depot, which will result in continued slow growth of sales tax revenue. Property tax revenue increases will rely heavily on residential sales as the Consumer Price Index (CPI) increase will be minimal. Recommendation: That the City Council receive and file the mid -year budget update and approve Resolution No. 2014 -04, entitled: A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD APPROVING VARIOUS APPROPRIATIONS B. Updated Strategic Plan for 2014 and 2015 Over the past five years, the efforts of the City Council, Commissions and staff have been guided by a process of strategic planning. The City's Strategic Plan was first adopted in December 2009; and, in January 2012 the document was updated for a two -year period through 2013. In recent months and weeks, the City Council has conducted three workshops, including the recent January 28th joint meeting with the Planning Commission and Traffic Commission, for the purpose of updating the City's Strategic Plan for another two -year period. Recommendation: That the City Council approve the updated Strategic Plan for 2014 and 2015. 5. MATTERS FROM MAYOR & CITY COUNCIL Page 5 of 6 ROSEMEAD CITY COUNCIL, HOUSING DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION AND THE SUCCESSOR AGENCY OF THE ROSEMEAD COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION JOINT MEETING AGENDA February 11. 2014 6. ADJOURNMENT The next regular City Council meeting is scheduled to take place on February 25, 2014 at 7:00 p.m. in the Rosemead City Hall Council Chamber. Upcoming City - Sponsored Community Events Lunar New Year Family Festival Saturday, February 15` 9155 E. Mission Drive 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Community Yard Sale Saturday, March 8 e6 California Edison Southwest Parking Lot 7:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. 2255 Walnut Grove Page 6 of 6