CC - Agenda - 01-28-2025CITY OF ROSEMEAD
CITY COUNCIL AND HOUSING
DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION
REGULAR JOINT MEETING AGENDA
City Hall Council Chamber
8838 East Valley Boulevard
Rosemead, CA 91770
Tuesday, January 28, 2025
7:00 P.M. - Regular Meeting
City Council
Margaret Clark, Mayor
Sandra Armenta, Mayor Pro Tem
Sean Dang, Council Member
Polly Low, Council Member
Steven Ly, Council Member
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.
General Conduct/Decorum During Meeting:
While the City Council is in session, all attendees are required to observe the proceedings and adhere to
established rules of decorum. No individual shall engage in behavior that is intended to or likely to incite violent
or riotous actions, nor shall anyone disturb the orderly conduct of the meeting. Remarks must be made
exclusively from the podium and directed to the Council as a whole, rather than to individual members or the
audience. Comments and exchanges from the audience will not be acknowledged, as focus should remain on the
speaker or the Council. Attendees are requested to silence their cellphones during the meeting. Any individual
who causes ongoing disruption may be subject to removal from the proceedings per Government Code 54957.95.
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 (626) 569-2100 at least 48 hours prior to the meeting to allow the city to make reasonable
arrangements to ensure accessibility to the meeting or service.
Any writings or documents provided to the 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.
City Council Regular Meeting Agenda January 28, 2025
7:00 P.M.
CALL TO ORDER
ROLL CALL
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE — Council Member Dang
INVOCATION — Mayor Clark
1. PUBLIC COMMENT
The City Council will hear public comments on matters not listed on the agenda during the
Public Comments section from the audience. Opportunity to address the City Council on
non -agenda items is limited to 3 minutes per speaker. The public may address comments in
person or via zoom using Meeting ID: 867 9657 4770 and Passcode: 627089. Written
comments may be submitted to publiccomment@cityofrosemead.org by 5:00 p.m. All
comments are public record and will be recorded in the official record of the city.
2. PRESENTATIONS
A. Recognition of the 2024 Jr. Gremlin Rosemead Rebels Team on their Undefeated
and Achievement of the Title of Jr. All -American Football Champions
3. PUBLIC HEARING
4. CONSENT CALENDAR
CEQA: The following items are not subject to the California Environmental Quality Act, unless noted
on the item.
A. Claims and Demands
• Resolution No. 2025-04
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF ROSEMEAD, CALIFORNIA, ALLOWING CERTAIN CLAIMS
AND DEMANDS IN THE SUM OF $2,225,848.58 CHECKS
NUMBERED 118365 THROUGH NUMBER 118465, DRAFTS
NUMBERED 7751 THROUGH NUMBER 7820 AND EFT
NUMBERED 52974 THROUGH NUMBER 53002 INCLUSIVELY
Recommendation: Adopt Resolution No. 2025-04.
B. Minutes
Recommendation: That the City Council approve the special meeting minutes of
May 31, 2022
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C. AIPAC Conference AIPAC'S Congressional Summit, February 23-25, 2025, -
Washington, D.C.
The City Council will consider authorizing the attendance of any Council Member
who wishes to attend the AIPAC Congressional Summit, from February 23-25, 2025
in Washington, D.C.
Recommendation: That the City Council authorize any Council Member to attend
the AIPAC Congressional Summit, from February 23-25, 2025 in Washington, D.C.
D. Adopt Resolution No. 2025-06, Authorization to Acquire a New 2025 Ford Super
Duty F-550 Truck for the Graffiti Removal Program
The City is seeking to acquire a new 2025 Ford Super Duty F-550 Graffiti Truck
from Roadline Products Inc., for utilization in the graffiti removal program.
The procurement of the vehicle is available through Sourcewell's purchasing
cooperative contract no. 091521-NAF, awarded to National Auto Fleet Group.
The total cost of the vehicle, including aftermarket equipment, is $165,142.67.
Additionally, a request for consideration and approval of Resolution No. 2025-06,
to appropriate additional funds in the amount of $56,000 to address the funding
shortfall associated with the procurement of the vehicle.
Recommendation: That the City Council take the following actions:
1. Authorize the procurement of a new 2025 Ford Super Duty F-550
Roadline Products Inc. Graffiti Truck through National Fleet Auto Group
(Sourcewell Contract No. 091521-NAF) in the amount of $165,142.67; and
2. Appropriate $56,000 in Gas Tax funding, by adopting Resolution No. 2025-06,
entitled:
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF ROSEMEAD, CALIFORNIA, TO AMEND THE
FISCAL YEAR 2024-25 OPERATING BUDGET AND
APPROPRIATE ADDITIONAL FUNDS FOR THE
ACQUISITION OF A NEW GRAFFITI TRUCK
E. Resolution No. 2025-05 — Granting Permission to Council Member Steven Ly to be
Absent from Council Meetings Pursuant to Government Code Section 36513 for
Military Service Overseas
Council Member Steven Ly is currently on a military service tour, and his return date
has not been determined by the Military at this time. Once he is advised, he will
inform City staff of his expected return date. In the meantime, the City Council has
before it for consideration Resolution No. 2025-05, which grants permission for
Council Member Steven Ly to be absent from Council meetings passing 60 days, in
accordance with Government Code Section 36513, to complete his military service.
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California Government Code Section 36513 provides that the City Council may grant
permission to a Councilmember to be absent from Council meetings for a period
longer than 60 days, which if unexcused, would result in their office becoming
vacant.
Recommendation: That the City Council adopt Resolution No. 2025-05, entitled:
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF ROSEMEAD, CALIFORNIA GRANTING
PERMISSION TO COUNCIL MEMBER STEVEN LY
TO BE ABSENT FROM COUNCIL MEETINGS
PURSUANT TO GOVERNMENT CODE §36513
UNTIL MARCH 29, 2025
F. Acceptance of Annual Audit Reports for the Fiscal Year Ended June 30, 2024
The certified public accounting firm of Lance, Soll & Lunghard, LLP (LSL) was
engaged by the City Council to perform an audit of the financial statements and
perform compliance testing of the City of Rosemead of the fiscal year ended June 30,
2024. LSL conducted the audit in accordance with generally accepted auditing
standards and issued an unmodified (clean) audit opinion on the financial statements.
This report provides a summary of the audit report to be used as a companion to the
published Annual Comprehensive Financial Report. Also included in the audit are
the Rosemead Housing Development Corporation Financial and Compliance Report,
and other documents related to the financial audit.
Recommendation: That the City Council receive and file the City of Rosemead
Annual Comprehensive Financial Report, the Rosemead Housing Development
Corporation, Annual Financial Statements, and other related audit reports for fiscal
year ended June 30, 2024.
5. MATTERS FROM CITY MANAGER & STAFF
A. Graffiti Removal Program Overview
Report overview of the City's graffiti removal program for the calendar year 2024,
as requested by Council Member Steven Ly. Over the past several years, City staff
has provided updates to the City Council regarding the graffiti removal program's
development and implementation, with the City Council providing insightful
feedback and direction. The most recent update was in March 2024, and since then,
staff has made substantial improvements based on City Council feedback and
direction.
Recommendation: That the City Council receive and file the report.
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B. Public Transit Services Request for Proposal
As follow-up to the public transit services report on November 12, 2024, staff
prepared and released a Request for Proposal (RFP) for Micro -Transit and
Ride -Hailing services. The RFP was released on Monday, December 23, 2024,
through the City's bidding platform, PlanetBids. Since the initial posting, two
addendums were issued.
Recommendation: That the City Council receive and file.
C. An Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Rosemead, California, Amending
Chapter 12.36 of the Rosemead Municipal Code Relating to Unlawful Camping and
Personal Property in Public Places
Introduction of a proposed ordinance, addressing the regulation of camping
and the storage of personal property in public spaces within Rosemead.
The proposed ordinance seeks to balance the City's commitment to maintaining
public health, safety, and access to public spaces with its legal authority under the
recent United States Supreme Court decision in City of Grants Pass v. Johnson.
The ordinance, along with the attendant cleanup policy, reflects a measured approach
that emphasizes compliance with federal and state law while incorporating strategies
to connect individuals experiencing homelessness with available resources.
The report outlines the ordinance's key components, relevant legal considerations,
community needs, and anticipated fiscal implications.
Recommendation: That the City Council approve the first reading and introduction
of Ordinance No. 1026, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF ROSEMEAD, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING
CHAPTER 12.36 OF THE ROSEMEAD MUNICIPAL
CODE RELATING TO UNLAWFUL CAMPING AND
PERSONAL PROPERTY IN PUBLIC PLACES
6. MATTERS FROM MAYOR & CITY COUNCIL
A. Introduction of Ordinance No. 1027, Adding Chapter 9.36 to the Municipal Code to
Prohibit Targeted Residential Picketing City -Wide
The proposed Ordinance No. 1027 would prohibit stationary targeted picketing
within 200 feet of a residential structure or picketing that proceeds on a definite
course or route in front of or around a targeted dwelling.
Recommendation: That the City Council approve the first reading and introduction
of Ordinance No. 1027, entitled:
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AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF ROSEMEAD, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING THE
ROSEMEAD MUNICIPAL CODE RELATING TO
TARGETED RESIDENTIAL PICKETING
B. Council Comments
ADJOURNMENT
The neat City Council meeting will take place on February 11, 2025, at 7:00 p.m. in the
Rosemead City Hall Council Chamber.
POSTING AFFIDAVIT
I, Ericka Hernandez, 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
(Temporarily Closed as of 1211612024); United States Post Office, 8845 Valley Boulevard;
Rosemead Library, 8800 Valley Boulevard and on the City's website
(www.cityofrosemead.org)
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MEETING SCHEDULE:
Planning Commission Meeting
4 Monday, February 3 @ 7:00 p.m.
Parks Commission Meeting
4 Tuesday, February 4 @ 7:00 p.m.
Traffic Commission Meeting
4 Thursday, February 6 @ 7:00 p.m.
City Council Meeting
4 Tuesday, February 11 @ 7:00 p.m.
Beautification Commission Meeting
4 Wednesday, February 12 @ 7:00 p.m.
Planning Commission Meeting — CANCELLED
4 Monday, February 17 @ 7:00 p.m.
UPCOMING CITY EVENTS
Pet Vaccine & Microchip Clinic FEBRUARY
Garvey Park (Walk-in Service) 1
7933 Emerson Place, Rosemead
For more info: (626) 569-2292. 9 AM - 11 AM
Kids Night Out - Candy Land Adventure FEBRUARY
Garvey Park Youth Center 14
7933 Emerson Place, Rosemead
For more info: (626) 569-2160. 6 PM - 9 PM
Senior Sweethearts Jamboree FEBRUARY
Rosemead Community Recreation Center 1 5
3936 Muscatel Avenue, Rosemead
For more info: (626) 569-2212 10 AM - 4 PM
City Hall Closed (In observance of FEBRUARY
y Presidents' Day)
_ We will resume regular business hours on 17
Tuesday,February18th.
�. For more info: (626) 569-2100. ALL DAY
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VOLUNTEERS
NEEDED!
REGISTER to volunteeriq
Date: Wednesday, February 19th
Time: 8:00 PM to 10:00 PM
Location: RCRC (3936 Muscatel Ave.)
Greater Los Angeles Homeless Count FEBRUARY
Rosemead Community Recreation Center
3936 Muscatel Avenue, Rosemead 010
Volunteers Needed - To Regsiter: 8 PM - 10 PM
https://count.lahsa.org/pages/volunteer-registration
Community Clean-up FEBRUARY
We are seeking volunteers to help beautify and ��
and keep Rosemead clean.
For more info: (626) 569-2100 or 8:30 AM - 11 AM
beautifyingrosemead@cityofrosemead.org