CC - Item 4O - Adoption of Resolution No. 2024-64 to Apply for and Accept Measure A FundsROSEMEAD CITY COUNCIL
STAFF REPORT
TO: THE HONORABLE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL
FROM: BEN KIM, CITY MANAGER
DATE: NOVEMBER 12, 2024
SUBJECT: ADOPTION OF RESOLUTION NO. 2024-64 TO APPLY FOR AND
ACCEPT MEASURE A FUND
The Safe, Clean Neighborhood Parks, Open Space Beaches, Rivers Protection, and Water
Conservation Measure, or Measure A, was developed to meet current and future park needs
throughout Los Angeles County. Its content reflects the findings of the Countywide Parks and
Recreation Needs Assessment that was completed in 2016. Measure A was approved by voters in
2016 and includes both formula -based allocations to agencies throughout the study area, as well
as competitive grants that are open to public agencies, non-profit organizations and schools. In
order to apply for and accept Measure A funds, the Los Angeles County Regional Park and Open
Space District requires a resolution from the City of Rosemead. Staff recommends that the City
Council adopt Resolution No. 2024-64, authorizing the acceptance of Measure A funds.
In 1992 and 1996, Los Angeles County voters approved two local parks funding measures, both
called Proposition A. The 1992 Proposition A created the Regional Park and Open Space District
(RPOSD) and generated annual revenue of $52 million until its expiration in 2015. The 1996
Proposition A generated $28 million annually and expired in 2019. Since 1992, RPOSD awarded
grant funds for more than 1,500 projects for parks, recreational, cultural, and community
facilities as well as beaches and open space throughout the county.
As Proposition A came to an end, Los Angeles County launched a Countywide Parks and
Recreation Needs Assessment (PNA) to determine park needs countywide. The PNA included a
countywide inventory of parks, analysis of park need, and community engagement process.
Measure A, the Safe, Clean Neighborhood Parks, Open Space Beaches, Rivers Protection, and
Water Conservation Measure, was developed to meet current and future park needs as identified
in the PNA. Measure A is an annual parcel tax of 1.5 cents per square foot of improved property.
The Measure was approved by voters. in 2016. It generates more than $90 million per year for
county local parks, beaches, and open space areas. Measure A includes both formula -based
allocations to Study Areas and competitive grants that are open to public agencies, non-profit
organizations, and schools. Unlike Proposition A, Measure A does not have an expiration date.
AGENDA ITEM 4.0
City Council Meeting
November 12, 2024
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Annual Allocation grant programs use a formula to provide funds to identified public agencies
on an annual basis. As part of the community-based park investment program, the City of
Rosemead currently has access to $1,208,871 for projects that are related to the needs assessment
or parks and open space. Staff will be looking to draw down and spend at least a portion of
these funds on various projects and will bring a future item to the Council requesting
expenditure.
In order for the City to apply for and accept annual allocation funds, the Los Angeles County
RPOSD requires a resolution from the City Council authorizing application for and acceptance
of the grant funds. Accordingly, staff has prepared Resolution No. 2024-64 for adoption by the
Council.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION
Staff recommends that the City Council adopt Resolution No. 2024-64 authorizing the
acceptance of Measure A funds.
FISCAL IMPACT
There is no fiscal impact at this time. Receipt of Measure A funds and projects utilizing the funds
will be brought forward to the Council as required in the future.
STRATEGIC PLAN IMPACT
The project is consistent with the Strategic Plan's Goal D of Parks and Programs, where
Rosemead will continue to expand the existing green space, parks, City facilities, and programs
available through community partnerships, expanded community stewardship, and development
of a more robust cultural programming.
PUBLIC NOTICE PROCESS
This item has been noticed through the regular agenda notification.
Prepared & Submitted By:
To oec1, ng
Director of Parks and Recreation
Attachment — Resolution No. 2024-64
Attachment A
Resolution No. 2024-64
RESOLUTION NO. 2024-64
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF ROSEMEAD, COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES, STATE OF
CALIFORNIA, APPROVING THE BLANKET AUTHORITY
TO FILE APPLICATIONS FOR GRANT FUNDS FROM THE
LOS ANGELES COUNTY REGIONAL PARK AND OPEN
SPACE DISTRICT FOR MEASURE A FUNDING FOR
PROJECTS AND PROGRAMS
WHEREAS, the voters of the County of Los Angeles on November 8, 2016, approved the
Safe, Clean Neighborhood Parks, Open Space Beaches, Rivers Protection, and Water Conservation
Measure (Measure A); and
WHEREAS, Measure A also designated the Los Angeles County Regional Park and Open
Space District (the District) to administer said funds; and
WHEREAS, the District has set forth the necessary policies and procedures governing the
application for grant funds under Measure A; and
WHEREAS, the District's policies and procedures require the governing body of the City
of Rosemead to approve of the filing of an application before submission of said application to the
District; and
WHEREAS, said application contains assurances that City of Rosemead must comply
with; and
WHEREAS, City of Rosemead will enter into Agreement(s) with the District to provide
funds for acquisition projects, development projects, and/or programs.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the City Council hereby:
1. Approves the blanket authority to file applications with the Los Angeles County
Regional Park and Open Space District for Measure A Funds for projects or programs; and
2. Certifies that City of Rosemead understands the assurances and will comply with the
assurances in the application form; and
3. Appoints the City Manager, or designee, to conduct all negotiations, and to execute and
submit all documents including, but not limited to, applications, agreements, amendments,
payment requests and so forth, which may be necessary for the completion of projects or programs.
PASSED, APPROVED, AND ADOPTED this 12th day of November, 2024.
Steven Ly, Mayor
APPROVED AS TO FORM: ATTEST:
Rachel Richman, City Attorney Ericka Hernandez, City Clerk
STATE OF CALIFORNIA )
COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES) §
CITY OF ROSEMEAD )
I, Ericka Hernandez, City Clerk of the City Council of the City of Rosemead, California, do hereby
certify that the foregoing City Council Resolution, No. 2024-64, was duly adopted by the City
Council of the City of Rosemead, California, at a regular meeting thereof held on the 12" day of
November, 2024, by the following vote, to wit:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
ABSTAIN:
Ericka Hernandez, City Clerk