CC - Agenda - 11-08-16CITY OF ROSEMEAD
CITY COUNCIL, HOUSING DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION AND
THE SUCCESSOR AGENCY TO THE ROSEMEAD COMMUNITY
DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION
JOINT REGULAR MEETING AGENDA
City Hall Council Chamber
8838 East Valley Boulevard
Rosemead, CA 91770
www.ci!1ofrosendead.org
Tuesday, November 8, 2016, at 7:00 P.M.
Teleconferencing Location:
The Yale Club — Library Conference Room
50 Vanderbilt Avenue
New York, NY 10017
City Council
Sandra Armenta, Mayor
Polly Low, Mayor Pro Tern
William Alarcon, Councilmember
Margaret Clark, Councilmember
Steven Ly, Councilmember (teleconferencing)
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CALL TO ORDER
ROLL CALL
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE — Councilmember Alarcon
INVOCATION — Mayor Armenta
1. CLOSED SESSION - None
2. PUBLIC COMMENT
3. PRESENTATIONS - None
4. PUBLIC HEARINGS - None
5. CONSENT CALENDAR
A. Claims and Demands
• Resolution No. 2016 -61
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
ROSEMEAD, CALIFORNIA, ALLOWING CERTAIN
CLAIMS AND DEMANDS IN THE SUM OF $705,864.41
NUMBERED 94381 THROUGH NUMBER 94479
INCLUSIVELY, WHICH IS ATTACHED HERETO AND
MADE A PART HEREOF
Recommendation: Adopt Resolution No. 2016 -61
Resolution No. 2016 -20 SA
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD AS THE
SUCCESSOR AGENCY TO THE ROSEMEAD COMMUNITY
DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF
ROSEMEAD ALLOWING CERTAIN CLAIMS AND
DEMANDS IN THE SUM OF $491.50 DEMAND NO. 10191
Recommendation: Adopt Resolution No. 2016 -20 SA
B. City Council Meeting Minutes
Recommendation: That the City Council approve the minutes from the workshop
meeting on September 27, 2016.
C. Rosemead Skate Plaza — Appropriation of Additional Funds
On March 22, 2016, the City Council awarded a construction contract to PK
Construction for the construction of the Rosemead Skate Plaza at Rosemead Park.
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The contract was for an amount of $381,999, with a $57,301 construction
contingency for a total of $439,300; all of which was reimbursed by Redevelopment
Bond fund proceeds.
The Rosemead Skate Plaza is approximately 10,000 square feet in size, located
immediately to the east of the Aquatic Center in Rosemead Park and includes a
variety of street features such as steps, handrails, benches and ramps. The project
also includes the installation of approximately 180 feet of four feet high wrought
iron fencing. The proposed wrought iron fence is to be located along the perimeter
of the walking trail to provide a buffer between pedestrians and skaters. The other
section of the Skate Plaza is to be opened without fencing. The Skate Plaza
construction is approximated 85% completed.
The Skate Plaza has been vandalized three times during construction. Construction
equipment has been damaged and the newly placed concrete has been marked with
graffiti. In an effort to mitigate future vandalism, staff is proposing the installation
of eight feet high wrought iron fencing with curved pressed top spears around the
perimeter of the Skate Plaza along with restricting the daily operating hours from
dawn to dusk. Staff sent a change order request to PK Construction for the
installation of eight feet high wrought iron fencing around the perimeter
(approximately 714 feet) of the Skate Plaza, which will be similar to the fencing
surrounding the Rosemead Aquatic Center Pool. As a result, PK Construction has
submitted a change order in the amount of $126,619.20 for the installation of the
eight feet high wrought iron fencing. Due to the increase work, additional
construction inspection in the amount of $2,881.80 will be necessary. Staff is
requesting an appropriation of an additional $80,700 from the Redevelopment
Bond Fund for these additional costs to complete the project.
If the Successor Agency approves the appropriation of additional funds, the
appropriation will be subject to approval by both the Oversight Board on November
14, 2016, and the State Department of Finance (DOF) immediately thereafter.
Recommendation: That the Successor Agency approve Resolution 2016 -60,
allocating an additional $80,700 in Redevelopment Bond Funds for the completion
of this project.
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD AS THE
SUCCESSOR AGENCY TO THE ROSEMEAD COMMUNITY
DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF
ROSEMEAD, APPROPRIATING ADDITIONAL FUNDS FROM
THE REDEVELOPMENT BOND FUNDS FOR THE
ROSEMEAD SKATE PLAZA PROJECT
D. Quarterly Interim Financial Update for the Quarter Ending on September 30, 2016
The City of Rosemead Quarterly Financial Update for the Quarter that ended on
September 30, 2016, is attached for City Council review. The Treasurer's Report
of Cash and Investments for the City as of September 30, 2016, is also attached for
review. It should be noted, that the annual financial reports for the Fiscal Year that
ended on June 30, 2016, are currently being prepared and reviewed by the City's
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auditor. These reports should be available in early January 2017.
Recommendation: That the City Council receive and file the Financial Update
report (Attachment A) and the Treasurer's Report of Cash and Investments
(Attachment B).
E. Treasurer's Report for the Rosemead Housing Development Corporation for the
Quarter Ending on September 30, 2016
The Rosemead Housing Development Corporation (RHDC) prepares a quarterly
Treasurer's Report of Cash and Investments. This report is reviewed by the Finance
Committee each quarter. The attached Treasurer's Report is as of September 30,
2016.
Recommendation: That the RHDC Board receive and file the Treasurer's Report of
Cash and Investments (Attachment).
F. Treasurer's Report for the City of Rosemead Successor Agency to the Rosemead
Community Development District for the Quarter Ending on September 30, 2016
The City of Rosemead Successor Agency to the Rosemead Community
Development District (Successor Agency) prepares a quarterly Treasurer's Report
of Cash and Investments. This report is reviewed by the Finance Committee each
quarter. The attached Treasurer's Report is as of September 30, 2016.
Recommendation: That the Board Members receive and file the Treasurer's Report
of Cash and Investments (Attachment).
G. Confirming the Issuance of 2016 Tax Allocation Refunding Bonds and Approving
Preliminary and Final Official Statements and a Purchase Contract Relating
Thereto, and Providing for Other Matters Properly Relating Thereto
In 2006, the Rosemead Community Development Commission (the "Former
Agency ") issued the following tax allocation bonds for the purpose of financing
and refinancing certain activities of the Former Agency:
$14,005,000 initial principal amount of Rosemead Community Development
Commission Redevelopment Project Area No. 1 Tax Allocation Bonds, Series
2006A (the "Series 2006A Bonds "); and
$24,230,000 initial principal amount of Rosemead Community Development
Commission Redevelopment Project Area No. 1 Tax Allocation Refunding
Bonds, Series 2006B (the "Series 2006B Bonds ").
As of October 2, 2016, there is $3,635,000 of principal amount outstanding of the
Series 2006A Bonds and $23,205,000 of principal amount outstanding of the Series
2006B Bonds (in aggregate, $26,840,000 outstanding).
The Successor Agency to the Rosemead Community Development Commission
(the "Successor Agency ") assumed responsibility of all debt management with
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respect to the Former Agency in 2012 in accordance with and pursuant to the
Dissolution Act. Under California Health and Safety Code Section 34177.5, the
Successor Agency may refinance outstanding bonds with approval from the
Oversight Board and the California Department of Finance ( "DOF "), provided that
the total interest cost, principal amount, and final maturity on the refunding bonds
do not exceed that of the prior (outstanding) bonds. In other words, there must be
debt service savings created by the refinancing.
The Series 2006A Bonds and Series 2006B Bonds are currently eligible to be
refinanced at any time at the option of the Successor Agency, at interest rates lower
than those at the time of original issuance.
On July 12, 2016, the Successor Agency directed staff to move forward with
refinancing the Series 2006A Bonds and Series 2006B Bonds and approved the
financing team. Since then, the Successor Agency (August 23), Oversight Board
(August 29), and DOF (October 14) have all approved the issuance of the
Refunding Bonds. Now the Successor Agency is being asked to approve the
Preliminary Official Statement and Bond Purchase Agreement in connection with
the Refunding Bonds. If approval is given to proceed, the Refunding Bonds are
expected to price as early as mid - November and close a few weeks later in
December.
Recommendation: That the Successor Agency approve Resolution No. 2016 -19 SA
(Confirming the Issuance of 2016 Tax Allocation Refunding Bonds, Approving
Preliminary and Final Official Statements and a Purchase Contract relating thereto,
and providing for other matters properly relating thereto).
A RESOLUTION OF THE SUCCESSOR AGENCY TO THE
ROSEMEAD COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION
CONFIRMING THE ISSUANCE OF 2016 TAX ALLOCATION
REFUNDING BONDS AND APPROVING PRELIMINARY AND
FINAL OFFICIAL STATEMENTS AND A PURCHASE
CONTRACT RELATING THERETO, AND PROVIDING FOR
OTHER MATTERS PROPERLY RELATING THERETO
H. Appointments to the Los Angeles International Airport Community Noise
Roundtable (Requested by Councilmember Clark)
This item is presented to the City Council at the request of Councilmember Clark.
On November 1, 2016, the City sent a letter to Los Angeles World Airports
(attachment) to declare its intention to appoint Mayor Pro Tern Low as the primary
representative, Councilmember Clark as the 1S alternate and Beautification
Committee Member Lewin as the 2n alternate on the Los Angeles International
Community Noise Roundtable pending City Council approval.
Recommendation: That the City Council appoint Mayor Pro Tern Low as the
primary representative, Councilmember Clark as the 1S alternate and Beautification
Committee Member Lewin as the 2n alternate on the Los Angeles International
Community Noise Roundtable.
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6. MATTERS FROM CITY MANAGER & STAFF
A. Skate Plaza Ordinance
California Health and Safety Code Section 115800 requires local public agencies
owning or operating a skate park facility that will not provide regular supervision
of the facility to adopt an ordinance requiring any person using the facility to wear
a helmet, elbow pads and knee pads. Further, the City is required to post these
regulations at the skate park facility. Staff has surveyed surrounding cities that own
and operate skate park facilities in order to establish an appropriate set of rules and
regulations for the Rosemead Skate Plaza.
Recommendations:
1. That the City Council introduce, by title, Ordinance No. 966; and
2. That the City Council approve the proposed rules and regulations for the
Rosemead Skate Plaza and direct staff to post such rules and regulations at the
Skate Plaza prior to opening the facility for public use.
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
ROSEMEAD, CALIFORNIA, ADDING SECTIONS 10.20.030,
10.20.040, AND 10.20.050 TO TITLE 10, CHAPTER 10.20 OF
THE ROSEMEAD MUNICIPAL CODE SETTING
REGULATIONS FOR THE USE OF DESIGNATED SKATE
PARKS CONSISTENT WITH CALIFORNIA HEALTH &
SAFETY CODE SECTION 115800
B. Coyote Management Plan
In recent years, the City, along with other municipalities, began to experience an
increase in the amount of coyote encounters. These encounters include attacks on
pets and an increase in the number of sightings in areas populated by people. These
encounters have caused a general sense of fear by the community and a desire by
the City Council to develop a plan to help manage coyote activity.
The proposed Plan includes several aspects to mitigate coyote interaction, with the
ultimate goal of co- existing with coyotes. The success of the proposed plan will be
based on proactive education, coordination and active participation by the public.
In the future, the plan may require adjustments given several aspects, such as the
adaptability of coyotes, new regulations, or environmental changes. The
understanding of coyote behavior and management is evolving as wildlife experts
continue to study the coyote in suburban environments. The City will need to be
flexible and re- evaluate its strategy as necessary when new information and
techniques become available.
The proposed Coyote Management Plan provides guidance to residents, businesses
and City staff in managing coyotes in Rosemead, as our local guidelines and
provisions must fall within the parameters of, and adhere to federal, state and
county regulations and policies. Provisions of this plan maintain the legal rights of
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Rosemead residents, businesses, and/or homeowners' associations in protecting
private property relative to coyote management practices.
The Plans strategy for managing coyotes is based on balancing respect for, and
protection of wildlife and their habitats, while prioritizing public safety. This
strategy is comprised of a three- pronged approach consisting of the following:
1. Public education designed around co- existence with coyotes;
2. Enforcement of laws and regulations; and
3. Ensuring public safety by implementing appropriate responses to coyote
behavior.
This plan requires active participation on the part of the entire community including
residents, businesses, homeowners' associations, volunteers and City personnel.
Education is key to residents making appropriate decisions regarding their safety,
and that of their property and pets, by decreasing attractants, reshaping coyote
behavior through hazing, and creating reasonable expectations of normal coyote
behavior. Dissemination of information to residents, businesses and schools will be
accomplished through the use of the City website, mailers, handouts, workshops,
etc.
Enforcement will also be an important aspect of the plan. The act of feeding wildlife
substantially increases the likelihood of coyote activity in an area, thereby creating
a habituated coyote(s) presence resulting in increased coyote and human
interactions. California law(s) prohibits feeding wildlife, and the City enforce these
applicable state statutes.
A response plan has been developed to provide a mechanism for identifying and
classifying different levels of coyote aggression. Appendix A of the proposed plan
lists the definitions of coyote encounters, while Appendix B charts coyote behavior
and recommended responses.
In addition, the plan provides detailed information on coyote biology, attractants in
urban environments, the role of coyotes in the ecosystem, legal status, human
perception, challenges in managing wildlife, monitoring and collection of data,
hazing techniques and yard audit checklists, lethal control and trapping, pest
management, public education and outreach, and information on the state, county
and surrounding communities' activity surrounding coyotes.
Recommendation: That the City Council approve the proposed Coyote
Management Plan.
C. Southern California Edison (SCE) Street Light Acquisition and Conversion
Program
During the fourth quarter of 2015, the City Council directed staff to work with
Southern California Edison (SCE) to prepare a valuation report for the streetlights
within the City. The purpose of the report was to consider the potential acquisition
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and/or conversion of the streetlights by the City. The SCE report was completed
on October 13, 2015, and is attached for the City Council's review.
When the SCE representatives presented the valuation report to staff, they provided
information on a potential upcoming program that would allow cities to request
SCE to retrofit or convert existing streetlights with Light Emitting Diode (LED)
fixtures and bulbs. This program was approved by the State of California in June
2016. As an alternative to purchasing the streetlights, the City could ask SCE to
perform these retrofits at no initial capital cost and a net annual savings. Staff also
worked with Tanko Lighting on additional options. Two presentations were made
before the City Council on September 13 & 27 of this year, one from SCE and the
other from Tanko Lighting. Both presentations were of a similar nature, with
slightly different objectives.
The majority of the streetlights within the City are owned and maintained by SCE.
SCE charges a rate for the electricity to these streetlights that is termed an LS -1
rate. An LS -1 rate, includes the cost for electricity and all other costs associated
with the streetlight, such as the streetlight pole /fixture maintenance and
recuperation of the original system installation cost. A small number of streetlights
are owned and maintained by the City. SCE charges a rate for the electricity to
these streetlights that is termed an LS -2 rate. This rate, includes only the cost for
electricity and is much lower than the LS -1 rate.
Recommendation: That the City Council provide direction on the following
potential options:
1. Acquisition of the streetlights from SEC and conversion to LED bulbs with City
staff managing the process and operations;
2. Continue status quo;
3. Submit request to SCE to participate in the LED Conversion Program; and
4. Acquisition of the streetlights from SCE and utilize Tanko Lighting as a third
party contractor for LED bulb conversion.
7. MATTERS FROM MAYOR & CITY COUNCIL
A. Regional Water Quality Control Board Recommendation (Requested by
Councilmember Clark)
This item is presented to the City Council at the request of Councilmember Clark.
Draft letters of support and biographies for Mr. James Davis and Dr. Xavier
Swamikamm are attached for review.
Recommendation: Discuss and provide direction to staff.
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The next regular City Council meeting is scheduled to take place on December 13, 2016,
at 7:00 p.m. in the Rosemead City Hall Council Chamber.
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I, Marc Donohue, City Clerk, or my designee, hereby certify that a true and correct, accurate copy
of the foregoing agenda was posted seventy -two hours prior to the meeting, per Government Code
54954.2, at the following locations: City Hall, 8838 East Valley Boulevard; Rosemead Community
Recreation Center, 3936 N. Muscatel Avenue; Garvey Community Center, 9108 Garvey Avenue;
Public Safety Center, 8301 Garvey Avenue; United States Post Office, 8845 Valley Boulevard;
Rosemead Libpry,8800 Valley Boulevard; and on the City's website ( www.citvofrosemead.org )
Marc Donohue, City Clerk Date
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