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CC - Agenda - 10-08-13Public 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. 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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 MEETING AGENDA October 8, 2013 7:00 PM City Hall Council Chamber 8838 E. Valley Boulevard Rosemead, CA 91770 www,cityofrosemead.org Polly Low, Mayor William Alarcon, Mayor Pro Tem Sandra Armenta, Council Member Margaret Clark, Council Member Steven Ly, Council Member ROSEMEAD CITY COUNCIL MEETING AGENDA October 8.2013 City Council Meeting Agenda • CALL TO ORDER — 7:00 p.m. • PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE —Council Member Armenta • INVOCATION — Council Member Clark • ROLL CALL: o City Council — Mayor Low, Mayor Pro Tern Alarcon, Council Members Armenta, Clark, Ly 1. PUBLIC COMMENTS FROM THE AUDIENCE The City Council will receive public comments on matters not listed on the agenda. 2. PRESENTATIONS • In recognition of the Ladyhawks placing 3rd in the USSSA Western World Series, 2nd in the Las Cruces New Mexico, and Champions at the NSA Western World Series. • Joint Proclamation declaring the month of October as "Breast Cancer Awareness Month" and November as "End Domestic Violence Month ". • Crime Prevention Month 3. PUBLIC HEARING A. Comprehensive Zoning Code Update (Municipal Code Amendment 10 -07, Zone Change 13 -01, Proposed Amendment to the City's Single - Family Residential Design Guidelines, and Proposed Local California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) Guidelines) This item consists of City initiated amendments to the Zoning Code (Title 17 of the Rosemead Municipal Code) to enhance the quality of life in Rosemead, to implement General Plan policy and to add provisions mandated by State and Federal law. Revisions to the City's existing Zoning Map and Single - Family Residential Design Guidelines are proposed to ensure that these documents are consistent with the proposed Comprehensive Zoning Code Update project. Amendments to the City's existing Home Occupation business license regulations (Title 5 of the Municipal Code, Chapter 5.41 — Home Occupations) are included in the project for the purpose of allowing Cottage Food Operations (CFO's) as home occupations in residential zoning districts in accordance with State law. The project also proposes the adoption of "City Procedures for Implementation of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA)," as State law requires that each city adopt its own procedures for evaluating projects under CEQA) guidelines within its jurisdiction. Page 2 of 8 ROSEMEAD CITY COUNCIL MEETING AGENDA October 8, 2013 On September 16, 2013, the Planning Commission adopted Resolution No. 13 -11, Resolution No. 13 -12, and Resolution No. 13 -13 recommending that the City Council adopt Ordinance No. 931, Ordinance 932, and Ordinance No. 933 approving the Comprehensive Zoning Code Update without any deletions, additions, or modifications. Recommendation: That the City Council take one of the following two (2) actions: 1. (a) Adopt City Council Resolution No. 2013 -45, entitled: A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD, CALIFORNIA, ADOPTING A NEGATIVE DECLARATION (STATE CLEARINGHOUSE NO. 2013081031) FOR THE COMPREHENSIVE ZONING CODE UPDATE PROJECT (MUNICIPAL CODE AMENDMENT 10 -07, ZONE CHANGE 13 -01, REVISIONS TO EXISTING SINGLE - FAMILY GUIDELINES, AND ADOPTION OF LOCAL CEQA GUIDELINES) 1. (b) Move to Introduce First Reading, by title only, Ordinance No. 931, entitled: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING MUNICIPAL CODE AMENDMENT 10.07 AMENDING THE CITY'S ZONING CODE (TITLE 17 OF THE ROSEMEAD MUNICIPAL CODE) AND CHAPTER 5.41 — HOME OCCUPATIONS (TITLE 5 OF THE ROSEMEAD MUNICIPAL CODE) TO IMPLEMENT GENERAL PLAN POLICY AND TO ADD PROVISIONS MANDATED BY STATE AND FEDERAL LAW AS PART OF THE COMPREHENSIVE ZONING CODE UPDATE 1. (c) Move to Introduce First Reading, by title only, Ordinance No. 932, entitled: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING ZONE CHANGE 13- 01 AMENDING A PORTION OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD ZONING MAP TO IMPLEMENT THE CITY'S GENERAL PLAN AS PART OF THE COMPREHENSIVE ZONING CODE UPDATE 1. (d) Move to Introduce First Reading, by title only, Ordinance No. 933, entitled: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING AN AMENDMENT TO THE CITY'S EXISTING SINGLE - FAMILY DESIGN GUIDELINES AS PART OF THE COMPREHENSIVE ZONING CODE UPDATE Page 3 of 8 ROSEMEAD CITY COUNCIL MEETING AGENDA October 8, 2013 1. (e) Approve City Council Resolution No. 2013 -50, entitled: A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD, CALIFORNIA, ADOPTING LOCAL GUIDELINES FOR IMPLEMENTING THE CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT (PUBLIC RESOURCES CODE 21000 ET SEQ.) NO 2. Continue this public hearing item to the City Council meeting date of Tuesday, October 22, 2013. B. Comprehensive Fee Resolution Update for New Community Development — Planning Division Fees The City is pursuing a comprehensive update to the City's Zoning Code (Title 17 of the Rosemead Municipal Code) to further enhance the quality of life in Rosemead, to implement General Plan policy, and to add provisions mandated by State and Federal law. The Comprehensive Zoning Code Update project establishes several new land use development application procedures. A revised fee resolution is proposed for the purpose of covering costs for individualized services and for enforcing the new procedures in the Zoning Code by the collection of application fees. This update does not include any changes to existing fees listed in the City's existing Comprehensive Fee Resolution. Recommendation: That the City Council take one of the following two (2) actions: 1. Approve City Council Resolution No. 201346, entitled: A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD, CALIFORNIA, ADDING NEW COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT (PLANNING DIVISION) FEES Continue this public hearing item to the meeting of the City Council on Tuesday, October 22, 2013. 4. CONSENT CALENDAR A. Minutes September 10, 2013 — Regular Meeting September 24, 2013 — Special Meeting Page 4 of 8 ROSEMEAD CITY COUNCIL MEETING AGENDA October 8, 2013 B. Claims and Demands Resolution No. 2013 — 54 Recommendation: to approve Resolution No. 2013 — 54 entitled: A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD ALLOWING CERTAIN CLAIMS AND DEMANDS IN THE SUM OF $1,775,874.48 NUMBERED 82528 THROUGH 82701 INCLUSIVELY C. NALEO — National Policy Institute on Emergency Response and Management — November 22 "d — 24th — Orlando, FL The City Council will consider authorizing the attendance of Council Member Sandra Armenta to the NALEO — National Policy Institute on Emergency Response and Management in Orlando, FL, on November 22nd— November 24th. The NALEO organization has granted an Educational Fund to Council Member Armenta and the City will only cover the expense of a one day hotel stay. Recommendation: That the City Council authorize the attendance of Council Member Sandra Armenta to the NALEO — National Policy Institute on Emergency Response and Management in Orlando, FL, D. National League of Cities National Summit — November 12th —14th — Seattle, WA The City Council will consider authorizing the attendance of Council Member Margaret Clark to the National League of Cities "National Summit on Your City's Families" in Seattle, WA, on November 12th— November 14 Recommendation: That the City Council authorize the attendance of Council Member Margaret Clark, at city expense, to the National League of Cities "National Summit on Your City's Families" in Seattle, WA. E. Merit Salary Adjustment — City Manager On September 24, 2013, the City Council conducted an annual review of the City Manager's job performance and provided a rating of Substantially Exceeds Expectations. The City's established policies and procedures for merit salary adjustments apply to the City Manager in the same manner as all other full -time employees. Under the City's compensation system, a performance rating of Substantially Exceeds Expectations equates to a merit salary adjustment of 5 %d within the established salary range. For the previous Fiscal Year (2012- 13), all City employees agreed to forego salary increases including the City Manager. During the current 2013 -14 Fiscal Year employees are eligible to receive merit salary increases Page 5 of 8 ROSEMEAD CITY COUNCIL MEETING AGENDA October 8, 2013 based on job performance. However, in conjunction with this merit salary increase, the City Manager will begin to pay an amount equal to 2% of salary as a payroll deduction towards the employee's contribution to the California Public Employees' Retirement System (CaIPERS). It is envisioned that all employees who are enrolled as members of CalPERS will likely incur the same 2% CalPERS payroll deduction beginning in July of 2014 in compliance with state law. Recommendation: That the City Council approve the merit salary adjustment of 5% within the salary range in accordance with the city's established policies and procedures for all full - time employees. Contract Extension with International City Management Association Retirement Corporation (ICMA -RC) to Provide Deferred Comprehensive Program Services The City Council will consider an action to extend the agreement with the City's existing deferred compensation program provider. Recommendation: That the City Council authorize the City Manager to execute a five (5) year contract extension with ICMA -RC. G. Installation of Red Curb at Intersection of Hellman Avenue and Isabel Avenue The Traffic Commission recently reviewed a request from several residents in the vicinity of Hellman Avenue and Isabel Avenue to install red curbing at the intersection in order to improve the visibility of motorists making turns onto Hellman Avenue from Isabel Avenue. The residents indicated that the lack of sight visibility in this area causes safety concerns when turning from northbound Isabel Avenue on to Hellman Avenue in either direction. Staff investigated the site and recommended to the Traffic Commission that parking restrictions (red curbing) be installed along the south side of Hellman Avenue, extending twenty-five (25) feet to the West of the intersection at Isabel Avenue. Based on this information, the Commission concurred with these findings. Recommendation: That the City Council approve the Traffic Commission's recommendation and authorize staff to install red curbing along the south side of Hellman Avenue extending twenty-five (25) feet to the West of the intersection at Isabel Avenue. H. Installation of Keep Clear Markings — Lorica Street at Temple City Boulevard The Traffic Commission recently reviewed a request from residents to review traffic conditions and access to Lorica Street at Temple City Boulevard. Temple City Boulevard is currently serving as a main detour for north -south traffic, due to the temporary closure of Baldwin Avenue, resulting in increased traffic volumes. The increased traffic volumes and traffic backup on Temple City Boulevard have created access difficulties for residents coming and going from Lorica Street. Staff received numerous requests from residents to install a "Keep Clear" zone to improve residential access to Lorica Street at Temple City Boulevard. Page 6 of 8 ROSEMEAD CITY COUNCIL MEETING AGENDA October 8, 2013 Based on the information provided, the Traffic Commission concurred with the recommendation of staff to install a "Keep Clear" zone. Recommendation: That the City Council approve the Traffic Commission's recommendation and authorize staff to install approximately 50 feet of "Keep Clear' pavement markings, with limit lines, in the southbound travel lanes of Temple City Boulevard at the intersection with Lodca Street. Garvey Gymnasium Restroom Maintenance and Repairs In September 2013, the City Council reviewed the existing conditions of the Garvey Gymnasium and determined there is an imminent need for maintenance and repair work at the building. The facility was built prior to the incorporation of the City and is in significant need of repair. During the discussion, the Council identified three key maintenance needs for the gym including restroom facilities, window replacement, and exterior improvements. The existing gymnasium restroom facilities were identified as a priority for maintenance and repair work due to existing plumbing, ventilation, and fixture deficiencies. As such, informal proposals were solicited to repair the plumbing, replace fixtures, and update Flooring, tiling, and paint. Repairs will also address existing Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) deficiencies in the facility. Recommendation: That the City Council authorize the City Manager to enter into an agreement with CEM Construction in the amount of $104,500. In addition, authorize an amount of $15,675 (15 %) as a contingency to cover the cost of unforeseen expenses. 5. MATTERS FROM CITY MANAGER & STAFF A. Underground Electrical Utility Projects — Planning and Prioritization Policy The California Public Utilities Commission provides three rules relative to utility undergrounding projects within the State, Rule 20A, Rule 208, and Rule 20C. These programs offer several benefits to communities, including helping to enhance community aesthetics and providing more reliable utility services to customers. The difference among these three rules involves the funding source used to pay for undergrounding project costs. Historically, the City's electric utility undergrounding projects have been funded through Rule 20A and have focused on major thoroughfares or near areas of public interest. In each project, the City utilized several criteria to evaluate streets as potential undergrounding locations. These criteria focused on enhancing safety, improving aesthetics, and timing undergrounding improvements to coincide with other planned street construction improvements. Page 7 of 8 ROSEMEAD CITY COUNCIL MEETING AGENDA October 8, 2013 An underground planning and prioritization policy is a commonly used tool in other cities that helps evaluate locations for future undergrounding projects. The creation of such a policy will help the City in planning for future capital improvement projects and undergrounding efforts. Based on the comments provided by the Council at its July 23rd meeting, the policy has been modified to include information relative to alternative funding sources available for future undergrounding projects. Among these alternatives is the potential for undergrounding in conjunction with future private development. Recommendation: That the City Council approve the Underground Utility Planning and Prioritization Policy to help guide future undergrounding projects in the City. 6. MATTERS FROM MAYOR & CITY COUNCIL 7. COMMENTS FROM CITY COUNCIL 8. ADJOURNMENT The next regular City Council meeting is scheduled to take place on October 22, 2013 at 7:00 p.m, in the Rosemead City Hall Council Chamber. Upcoming City - Sponsored Community Events Young Americans Performance Sunday, October 20"' Featuring Rosemead Youth 5:00 p.m. Rosemead High School Auditorium