CC - Item 5A - Mintues of January 14, 2014Minutes of the
City Council, Housing Development Corporation
and the
Successor Agency to the Rosemead
Community Development Commission
Joint Meeting
January 14, 2014
The joint meeting of the Rosemead City Council, Housing Development Corporation and the Successor
Agency to the Rosemead Community Development Commission was called to order by Mayor Low at 7:00
p.m. in the Rosemead City Council Chamber located at 8838 East Valley Boulevard, Rosemead, California.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: Mayor Pro Ten-Nice President/Vice -Chair Alarcon
INVOCATION: Council Member /Board Member Armenta
PRESENT: Mayor /PresidenUChair Low, Mayor Pro TemNice- ChairNice- President Alarcon, Council
Members/Board Members Armenta, and Clark
STAFF PRESENT: City Manager Allred, City Attorney Richman, Assistant City Manager /Finance Director
Hawkesworth, Community Development Director Ramirez, Director of Parks and Recreation Montgomery-
Scott, Public Works Director Marcarello, and City Clerk/Director of Public Information and Communications
Molleda.
1. PUBLIC COMMENTS FROM THE AUDIENCE
Fred Herrera — asked for a briefing on Jay Imperial Park
City Manager Allred stated the park is in progress and the Director of Parks and Recreation can give an
update.
Director of Parks and Recreation Montgomery-Scott stated the park has been in design and Edison as of
October approved the initial preliminary design and we have moved forward with construction
documents. These documents were summited to Edison in December and there will be a meeting next
Tuesday to go over them page by page.
Fred Herrera — slated that at an earlier council meeting about two or three years ago there was
discussion about having a memorial for those Rosemead residents that served in the service. He added
Council seemed positive about that and asked if something like that could be included in the design.
Director of Parks and Recreation Montgomery -Scott stated that at this point staff would need to look at
how to implement something like that; that had not been considered as part of the design.
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Council MemberlBoard member Clark stated the City honors veterans with the flags and the Vietnam
Memorial. It is in the City's purview and we respect that.
2. PRESENTATION
. Community Area Watch Meetings Review
Public Safety Coordinator Mandy Wong presented information on a pilot program called Community Area
Watch. It is proposed to start in February. Mandy introduced Chief of Police Lt. Somaono to share more on
the program.
Chief of Police Lt. Somoano stated the Public Safety department alreadyputs on neighborhood watch
meetings, business watch and other programs to educate the public on,Wine trends and other public safety
matter. This would take the program to the residents andh4pefully get more participation and get the word
out by educating the public which will help deter cnm(A.. de show was presented and is available in the City
Clerk's Office.
Council MemberlBoard member Clark asked City Attorney Richmanhow many council members can attend
these meetings at the same time.
City Attorney Richman stated that if there
council to be careful and that if there was
meeting we would have to agenda etas a
discussed that will be brought to council...
City Manager Allred stated that every meeting could be noticr
currently notices the Connection meetffi'gs.
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B. Claims and
. Ft6golution No 2014 -01
a public meeting. Advised
nembers at an area watch
likely that there will be items
and it would not be a problem; they city
approve Resolution No. 2014 — 01, entitled:
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
ROSEMEAD ALLOWING CERTAIN CLAIMS AND DEMANDS
IN THE SUM OF $1,223,408.50 NUMBERED 83399 THROUGH
83557 INCLUSIVELY
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. ResolutionNo.2014 -01
Recommendation: to approve Resolution No. 2014 - 01. entitled:
A RESOLUTION OF THE HOUSING DEVELOPMENT
CORPORATION OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD ALLOWING
CERTAIN CLAIMS AND DEMANDS IN THE SUM OF $204,800
NUMBERED 1560 INCLUSIVELY
ResolutionNo.2014 -01
Recommendation: to approve Resolution No. 2014 -01, entitled:
A RESOLUTION OF THE SUCCESSOR AGENCY TO THE
ROSEMEAD COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION
ALLOWING CERTAIN CLAIMS AND DEMANDS IN THE SUM
OF $209,791.67 NUMBERED 10070
C. Ordinance 939 - Second Reading: Adoption of the California Building Laws as
Amended by Los Angeles County
On December 10, 2013, the City Council introduced Ordinance No. 939, adopting the
California Building Laws as amended by Los Angeles Couttly. Ordinance No. 939 is now
before Council at the required second reading for adoption.
Recommendation: That the City Council adopt Ordinance No. 939, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITYICOUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
ROSEMEAD ;ADOPTING "BY <REFERENCE, PURSUANT TO
GOVERNMENT CODE SECTION 50022.2, THE CALIFORNIA
BUILDIN¢:..STAROARDS CODE (TITLE 26 LOS ANGELES
COUNTY BUILDING CODE), THE CALIFORNIA ELECTRICAL
CODE (TITLE 27 LOS ANGELES COUNTY ELECTRICAL
CODE), THE CALIFORNIA PLUMBING CODE (TITLE 26 LOS
ANGELES`COUNTY PLUMBING CODE) THE CALIFORNIA
MECHANICAL CODE (TITLE 29 LOS ANGELES COUNTY
MECHANICAL CODE), THE CALIFORNIA RESIDENTIAL
CODE (TITLE 30 LOS ANGELES COUNTY RESIDENTIAL
CODE), THE CALIFORNIA GREEN BUILDING CODE (TITLE 31
LOS ANGELES COUNTY GREEN BUILDING STANDARDS
CODE), AND ADOPTING LOCAL AMENDMENTS THERETO
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D. Transmittal of FY 2012.13 City of Rosemead and Rosemead Housing Corporation
Annual Financial Reports
This is to transmit the FY 2012 -13 annual financial reports for the City of Rosemead and the
Rosemead Housing Development Corporation to the City Council. The attached reports
provide a complete presentation of the finances of each of the above mentioned
organizations. The 2012 -13 Fiscal Year was a year of recovery for the City's General Fund.
Due to many large one -time revenue payments along with an improved economic base, the
City was able to put money back into reserves at the conclusion of the fiscal year. As noted
on page 20 of the Comprehensive Annual Financial Report (CAFR), the General Fund
collected $2.796 million more than was expended, . increasing the fund balance from $14.8
million to $17.6 million. While some of these funds have been programmed in the 2013 -14
Fiscal Year for much needed capital improvement projects such as the renovation of the
Garvey Gym and remodel work at City Half the majority of these funds will remain in the
fund balance to rebuild reserves
Recommendation: That the
Comprehensive Annual Finar
Corporation Annual Financial
E. Installation of Keep
The Traffic Commission recently teviewec
conditionsat the intersection of Temple C
initiated due to concerns that the existing'
constraints for motorists turning from Ellis
rev ew of these conditions, iC was determi
help improve visitlilfty for tuning vehicles
recommendation.
.file the City of Rosemead
the Rosemead Housing Development
for the 2012 -13 Fiscal Year.
at Ellis Avenue
arepuest from residents to evaluate traffic
ty Boulevard and Ellis Lane. This review was
ntersection configuration creates visibility
Lane onto Temple City Boulevard. Based on the
led that the addition of a "Keep Clear' zone would
The Traffic Commission concurred with this
Recommendation: That the City Council approve the Traffic Commission's
recommendation and authonzastaff to install "Keep Clear" pavement markings in the
northbound travel lanes of Temple City Drive, with limit lines parallel to the intersection at
Ellis Cabe.
F. Installation of Keep Clear Markings — Mission Drive (Rosemead High School)
The Traffic Commission recently reviewed a request from residents to evaluate traffic
conditions and access adjacent to Rosemead High School on Mission Drive. Mission Drive
serves as the main entrance to the school, including a drop -off and pick -up zone at the
westerly parking lot adjacent to the school entrance. Currently, there are existing "Keep
Clear" zones that serve the parking lots along the eastern section of the campus and help to
improve traffic flow. It was requested that an additional "Keep Clear' zone be added to help
improve access to the westerly driveway. Based on the review of the information, the Traffic
Commission concurred with the recommendation to install an additional "Keep Clear' zone.
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Recommendation: That the City Council approve the Traffic Commission's
recommendation and authorize staff to install "Keep Clear" pavement markings in the
westbound travel lanes of Mission Drive, with limit lines parallel to the westerly parking lot of
Rosemead High School.
G. Installation of Parking Restrictions — 3114 Jackson Avenue
The Traffic Commission recently reviewed a request to evaluate traffic conditions and access
to the property at 3114 Jackson Avenue. The resident at this location indicated that there is
a lack of visibility when entering and exiting his properly due to parked vehicles. Based on a
review of the existing conditions, it was determined that the addition of red curbing would
help improve visibility and prevent vehicles from parking over the property's driveway. The
Traffic Commission approved the recommendation to insuAl approximately 5 feet of red
curbing on either side of the driveway of the residence at 3114 Jackson Avenue.
Recommendation: That the
recommendation to install apt
of the residence at 3114 Jack
Council Member /Board Member Sandra
PresidentlVice -Chair William Alarcon to
Vote resulted in:
Yes: Aknoon, Armenta,
No: None
Absent: None.
approve the Traffic Commission's
feet of red curbing on either side of the driveway
a motion, seconded by Mayor Pro TemNice-
msent Calendar with the exception of Item 3A.
17 2013 — Regular; Meeting
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Council MembeffBoard'Member Sandra Armenta made a motion, seconded by MayorlPresidentfChair
Polly Low to approve the Minutes. Vote resulted in:
Yes: Alarcon, Armenta, Clark, Low
No: None
Absent: None
Abstain: None
4. MATTERS FROM CITY MANAGER & STAFF - None
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5. MATTERS FROM MAYOR & CITY COUNCIL
A. Consideration of a Temporary Interim Appointment to the City Council
The City Council will consider an interim appointment to the City Council to temporarily fill
Council Member Steven Ly's seat due to his military service leave of absence. On
December 30, 2013, City Council Member Ly reported to active duty in the United States
Army Reserves for a period of approximately 24 weeks. Prior to reporting for duty, Council
Member Ly recommended that the City Council appoint Traffic Commissioner Jean Hall on a
temporary basis to serve in his place during his absence: At its December 10, 2013 meeting,
after considering several options relating to the subject City Council seat, the City Council
directed staff to place the interim appointment of Jean Hall on the January 14th City Council
meeting agenda for consideration.
Recommendation: City Council direction is requested
Council MemberlBoard member Armenta stated that prior to Council Member Ly leaving they spoke in great
lengths about appointing Traffic Commissioner Jean Hall to his seat. Council Member Ly felt that she is a
great fit to replace him while he is away fulfilling his military duties and she agrees with him as well.
MayorlPresidentlChair Low Supports Council Member Lys decision is appointing Traffic Commissioner Hall
to this position as she knows that Council Member Ly is always very thorough when making decisions.
Mayor lPresidentlChair,Pofilr Low made a motion; seconded by Council Member /Board Member
Sandra Armenta to approve Temporary. Interim Appointment to the City Council of Traffic
Commissioner Jean Hall. Vote resulted in:
I QOiIUC44V r9 Nlvnla, NGl hj Lvn
No: None
Absent: Non$
Abstain: None
Oath of office was presented to Council Member Jean Hall by her daughter. Council Member Hall was
congratulated and took her seat
Council MemberlBoard member Nall took a moment to thank everyone for supporting her in this journey. She
stated she is going to do her best.
6. COMMENTS FROM CITY COUNCIL
Council MembetlBoard member Clark stated she received a complaint from a constituent in regards to the
Auto Auction stating there is a lot of graffiti and debris. She added that she understood that it is part of the
Strategic Plan to get on property owners for the upkeep of vacant lots and feels that the City needs to get
going on enforcing it because it is the impression of the city that people see.
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Council MemberlBoard member Armenta staled she has been appointed to the League of Califomia Policy
Committee — Community Service. She will be joining fellow committee members Council Member Clark and
Assistant City Manager Hawkesworth who are already committee members for the League of California
Cities.
7. ADJOURNMENT
The meeting adjourned at 7:30 p.m. The next regular City Council meeting is scheduled to
take place on January 28, 2014 at 7:00 p.m. in the Rosemead City Hall Council Chamber.
Polly Low
Mayor
ATTEST:
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