CC - Item 4B - Minutes of May 14, 2019 MINUTES OF THE CITY COUNCIL
SPECIAL MEETING AND CITY COUNCIL
AND SUCCESSOR AGENCY TO THE
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION
REGULAR MEETING
MAY 14,2019
The special meeting of the Rosemead City Council was called to order by Mayor Clark at
6:16 p.m., in the Rosemead City Council Chamber located at 8838 East Valley Boulevard,
Rosemead, California.
PRESENT: Mayor/Chair Clark, Mayor Pro Tem/Vice Chair Armenta, Council Members/Board
Members Dang, Low(arrived at 6:19 p.m.), and Ly
ABSENT: None
STAFF PRESENT: City Manager Molleda,sAssistant City Manager`'I sujiuchi, City Attorney
Richman, Chief of Police Kusayanagi, Director 'of Finance. Lieu, Director of Community
Development Kim,Director of Public,Works AlfonSo,Directorof Parks and Recreation Boecking,
and City Clerk Hernandez
City Attorney Richman requested,a motion to add'an item to Closed Session: City of
Gardena v. the Regional Water Quality Control Board, existing litigation regarding the
City's challenge of tie current MS4permit; noted City of Gardena has requested direction
from Council'as action is required befor`e,the,;next Rosernead City Council meeting agenda.
ACTION: Moved-by Council Memberiy and seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Armenta to
approve add„Closed Session Item,2C ,Motion'was carried out by the following vote AYES:
Armenia;Clark,Dang,Low,Ly ABSENTS None
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1. WORKSHOP
A. Budget Workshops
Director of Finance Lieu provided an overview of the preliminary City Budget for
Fiscal Y 2019,-2020; gave a breakdown of the General Fund: revenues of
$24,862,9ear,00; °expenses of $23,852,300; anticipating grants reimbursements of
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$810,533; total surplus $1,010,600.
Council Member Ly inquired what projects are funding the grant reimbursements.
Ms. Lieu responded that the Duff School Project in the amount of$521,000, and
the Dog Park in the amount of$290,000 will be funded by the grant program.
Mayor Pro Tern Armenta asked which project is the Cal-Fire Grant in the amount
of$285,000 funding?
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Director of Finance Lieu indicated the Cal-Fire Grant will be allocated to plant trees
throughout the City.
Mayor Pro Tem Armenta opined if we are going to be spending that much money
for tree planting,we need to ensure it is properly planted.
Director of Public Works Alfonso asserted that there is a standard for how we plant
trees so that they grow upright; ensured our arborists are monitoring the
maintenance of trees.
Mayor Pro Tern Armenta expressed concern for trees that are not properly
maintained as their trunks are leaning in a„45-degree angle.
Council Member Ly suggested staff ad,dithis matte.to a future Council meeting
agenda so that it can be properly discussed with the contracted arborists and
in-house staff.
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In response to Council Member Low's„inquiry,Director of Finance Lieu stated the
Redevelopment Agency receives property tax increments two times a year from the
Los Angeles County forrexisting obligationsssuch as the two bonds and two senior
housing. , .
In response to Mayor Pro Tem Armenia, City Manager Molleda asserted that the
Sheriff's Station. confirmed directly`the'�0.5% increase in the Liability Trust
Account referenced'in the Public .Safety'G neral"'Fund.
Ms. Molleda,responded to Councils Member Ly's inquiry that since the Public
Works Superintendent position is being eliminated,the Public Works Manager will
`wtake on those responsibilities, -
''” Council Member Ly asked for an explanation as to what"the evening and weekend
roving supervision" consisted of.
Director of Parks and Recreation Boecking responded it means that Parks staff will
take turns to canvass the parks.
Mayor Pro Tern Armenta advocated to budget for more hours,especially during the
summertime; noted when she worked for the Parks and Recreation Department,
they rotated Parks Supervisors to ensure staff is visible and that no illegal activity
was occurring.
Council Member Ly questioned is it truly a matter of additional staffing needed or
simply to properly train the current staff.
Council Member Low opined 6,157 hours is a substantial amount to add to the
budget.
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Council Member Ly concurred with Council Member Low;inquired why taxpayers
are paying when the outside agency should pay for City staff supervision at
private rentals.
Director of Parks and Recreation Boecking stated that when an outside agency rents
a facility they must pay for supervision, however there are some agencies
grandfathered in that are exempt.
Council Member Ly requested staff research a full cost recovery plan.
Per Council Member Low's request, City Manager'Molleda affirmed that staff can
separate the various events and hours within the Community Promotions/Special
Events, such as the City's 60th Anniversary. '
Mayor Pro Tem Armenta inquired about the 5%\0'147 increase for the three
reclassifications under the Community Development Overview Code Division.
Director of Community Development Kim,asserted that `the''elimination of the
Public Safety Manager.position is a°cost,savings�of$28,000 as\\we)are bringing it
back to a supervisor position. `�` /
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In response to Council\Member Dang, the``CIP\Projects include the HVAC at
Garvey Park Gym and all\the alleyway
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Director of Finance Lieu provided an overview of the proposed staff changes for
full time positions in the FY 19=20.
`--Council Member/Ly�requested a separate discussion for the proposed Parks and
-Recreation Managerposition. . `,.w,1
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Per Councily inquiry,'City,Manager Molleda noted the new mobile stage referenced
', "under the Unfunded CIP`Projects is the stage used for various events that is
" transported to different facilities.
Director"of Public Works Alfonso confirmed the current stage is about 40 years old.
Council Me ber Ly suggested purchasing a new mobile stage with the $1,488,800
surplus fund§-as it is a worthwhile investment; requested staff do a cost analysis of
replacing the dance floor; expressed confusion as to why the Garvey Park Main
Office Renovations was listed under the Unfunded CIP Projects as it was his
understanding that Council previously allocated for this project; further stated, if
the renovation has not been budgeted, then the project should move up to higher
priority on the list as a Youth Center is much needed in the community; asked staff
to look into using any carryover or surplus or grant money to ensure this project
comes to fruition.
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Mayor Clark opened the Public Comment period.
Speaker Brian Lewin expressed opposition to eliminating the City Engineer
position;urged Council to reconsider keeping the City Engineer position as the two
junior positions will not offer the same level of expertise; echoed Mayor Pro Tem
Armenta's concern with regards to staff presence at the parks; noted Council
Member Ly's previous mention of establishing a permanent office for Public Safety
staff at the parks to increase the level of supervision; opined he hopes the Walnut
Grove Avenue improvements between the corridor of Garvey Avenue, Hellman
Avenue and Ramona Avenue are on the project list this fiscal year.
In response to Council Member Ly,Director ofPublic Works Alfonso affirmed that
he has his P.E. and the Associate Civil Engineer,will also have his P.E.
Council Member Ly inquired about the Metro Grant fore Improvements to Garvey
Avenue,which would facilitate both Vehicular and trans t�'flow on Garvey Avenue;
requested staff research this grant further.
There being no further speakers, Mayor Clark closed the Public Comment period.
2. CLOSED SESSION
ACTION: Moved by Council Member Ly and,jseconded by Mayor Pro Tem Armenta to
move Closed Session to'the end of,the regular meeting. Motion was carried out by the
following vote AYES: Armenta, Clark,Dang,Low,Ly ABSENT: None
Mayor Clark adjourned the speciallmeeting to the regular meeting at 7:19 p.m.
RECONVENE TO"REGULAR MEETING
The regular meeting of the City Council, and the Successor Agency to the Community
Development4Commission was,called to order by Mayor Clark at 7:24 p.m.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE,iwas led by Mayor Pro Tem Armenta
INVOCATION was led'by,Council Member Dang
3. PUBLIC COMMENT
Mayor Clark opened the Public Comment period.
Speaker Barbara Williams spoke regarding MV Transportation services, noting
they are attentive and courteous to the Rosemead Explorer/Dial-A-Ride passengers;
requested the lifts to the vehicle be fixed; suggested the drivers are properly trained
on all equipment and routes; thanked MV Transportation for calling Dial-A-Ride
to take passengers home so that they are not stranded.
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Speaker Dolores Weidermann expressed frustration that Southern California
Edison has still not taken care of the overgrown vegetation at their property on
Mission Drive and Walnut Grove Avenue; indicated she never received a response
from the Code Enforcement Division regarding cleaning of property at
4542 Halkett Avenue; praised Public Works Manager Chavez for his
responsiveness and professional leadership in following-up as to why the street
sweeper had not shown up for two weeks.
Council Member Ly requested Director of Community Development Kim provide
Council with an update as to why Code Enforcement did not respond to Ms.
Weidermann's inquiry, also to follow-up with`"Edrison on the lack of maintenance
of their property. /
City Manager Molleda asserted that staff has contacted Edison, indicated they are
making their rounds throughout the`property.
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Speaker Margaret Holt thanked the City for installing;-.lights at the 10 Freeway
underpass at Walnut Grove Avenue sand Rosemead Boulevard, inquired if lights
will be installed at the San Gabriel Boulevard and Del Mar Avenue underpass.
Director of Public Works.Alfonso confirmedthe City will be adding lights soon at
both the San Gabriel Boulevard and Del Mar Avenue underpass.
Speaker Glen-Acosta,Los'`Angeles`County Samtatioh'Districts,noted an agreement
resolving labor issues between°management and staff was unanimously approved;
urgedRepresentative,\Clark to,support,the agreement when voting at the May 22,
2019 Board meeting. 1.
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There bemg,no"&othercoents, Mayor Clark closed the Public Comment period.
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4. i'I2ESENTATIONS \ #' �`~ ' )
A. Recognitionof Recipients of the Interwest Community Foundation Scholarship
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Terry Rodrigue�,Manager, Interwest Consulting Group, presented scholarships to
the-following college-bound students: Lily Lu, Qui-Shawn Tran, Tricia Yong, and
Hailey Garcia. 1
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The City Council presented certificates and In-N-Out gift cards; commended the
students for their success and wished them best in their future endeavors.
B. Recognition of Rosemead High School's Science Olympiad Team Advancing to
State Finals
Dr. Brian Bristol, Principal, Rosemead High School, presented certificates and In-
N-Out gift cards, on behalf of the City Council to the following students: Karen
Chu, William Li, Minh Le, Wendy Chau, Sirena Quach, Vivian Ton, David Diaz,
Joshua Lin, Khue Dang Doan, Mia Masuda, Damanic Luck, David Du, Getty Liu,
Alice Tran, Emmy Ma, and Yen Lai.
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The City Council commended the Science Olympiad Team and Coach Tom
VanWinkle for their achievement and wished them best in their future endeavors.
C. Proclamation Declaring May 19-25, 2019 as "National Public Works Week"in the
City of Rosemead
The City Council presented a Proclamation to Director of Public Works Rey
Alfonso, Facilities Technicians Minh Ha and Lou Yates, Public Works
Superintendent John Scott, and Public Works Manager Bob Chavez.
5. PUBLIC HEARINGS '
A. Public Hearing on the CDBG and HOME Program Annual Action Plan for Fiscal
Year 2019-2020 ` '
Director of Community Development Kim noted`for-the record the following
change to Staff's Recommendationr'No. 7: ` ,_
7. Approve the CDBG amounts of$257,000 $385,300'19'be allocated for the
City's CIP Public Facilities Improvements($257,000 for Garvey Park Gym
HVAC and c$128;3.00 for alleyway/improvements), and $250,000 for
Commercial Facade.IrnprovementN
Mr. Kim stated the City has keen notined by HUD'that Rosemead will be receiving
$746,663<in CDBG funds for EY 2019-2o and$351,731 in HOME funds; indicated
when,combinadw,vith projected Rcarryovelfunds'and projected program income,the
City anticipates having an available/total of approximately $1,005,000 in CDBG
funds and;�approxi lately $1,490Q00 in HOME funds for the FY 2019-20; asserted
that a list of staff-endorsed.projects,has been developed based on funding requests
andongoing‘CDBG andd-HOME funded activities, which are consistent with the
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/ housing,and community development priorities that the City has set and followed
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Mayor Pro Tem Armentaaapplauded Director of Community Development Kim's
efforts to ensure\the City receives grants and funds are properly allocated.
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There being no ,'speakers, Mayor Clark opened and closed the Public
Comment period./
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ACTION: Moved by Council Member Ly and seconded by Mayor Pro Tem
Armenta to take the following actions:
1. Conduct a public hearing and take public testimony on the Annual Action
Plan covering the period July 1, 2019—June 30, 2020.
2. Approve the CDBG and HOME funding recommendations and FY 2019-
20 Annual Action Plan, as well as authorize the submittal of the FY 2019-
20 Annual Action Plan to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban
Development.
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3. Authorize the City Manager to execute all appropriate and necessary
documents to receive funding and implement approved use and make
necessary budget adjustments as necessary for FY 2019-20.
4. Award the following public service agencies with CDBG funds and
authorize the City Manager to execute agreements:
• Family Promise of San Gabriel Valley - $5,000
• Southern California Housing Rights Center - $10,000
• Senior Nutrition Program- $65,000
• Summer Youth Employment Program42;5,000
5. Authorize the City Manager to execute`+a Professional Services Agreement
with Barr& Clark, Inc., and Lead Tiech Environmental for lead based paint
and asbestos testing, assessment,"-and clearances tests of properties
according to federal and state'layvs in a combined "amount not-to-exceed
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$19,000. `
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6. Award$2,000 of HOME funds to the Rio Hondo Community,Development
Commission to defray certain`s,costs/for the operation as the City's
Community Housing`'Development"\Orgamzation and authorize the City
Manager to execute tliewn".,eces"sary operating and service agreements.
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7. Approve the CDBG amounts of,,$257,,000 $385;300 to be allocated for the
City_,s`CIP Public Facilities Improvements ($257,000 for Garvey Park Gym
HVAC-and $128,300 for "alleyway improvements), and $250,000 for
Commercial Facade Improvements.
Motion was carried out.by the following vote AYES: Armenta, Clark, Dang,
Low;Ly ABSENT:/None "�. \ *}
6. CONSENT CALENDAR,
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ACTION: Moved Council`Member Ly and seconded by Council Member Low to
approve,Consent Calendar, ItemsA';B (Minutes as amended), and C through F. Motion
was carried°out by the following vote AYES: Armenta, Clark, Dang, Low, Ly
ABSENT:None, )
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A. Claims and<Den3ands
• Resolution No. 2019-23
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF ROSEMEAD, CALIFORNIA, ALLOWING
CERTAIN CLAIMS AND DEMANDS IN THE SUM OF
$1,147,131.82 NUMBERED 103034 THROUGH
NUMBER 103140
Recommendation: Adopt Resolution No. 2019-23.
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• Resolution No. 2019-04 SA
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD,
CALIFORNIA,AS THE SUCCESSOR AGENCY TO THE
ROSEMEAD COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD
ALLOWING CERTAIN CLAIMS AND DEMANDS IN
THE SUM OF $121,109.15 NUMBERED 10260
THROUGH 10261
Recommendation: Adopt Resolution No. 2019 .04-SA.
B. Approval of Minutes
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Recommendation: That the City Councilapproveethe regular meeting minutes of
December 11, 2018. �`'
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C. Release of Security Deposit—Tract,,Map No. 72347 for 8479-Garvey Avenue
On May 9, 2017, K Min DevelopmLL
ent, C, provided a security deposit in the
form of a Time Certificate.,of Deposit in theamount of$182.,393.50 to guarantee
the completion of off-site apublic improvements related the mixed-use development
at 8479 Garvey Avenue. Since. he off--site improvements have been completed to
the satisfaction of the City vEngineerthe security deposit may be released to the
developer.
Recommendation: T,.hat the City Council take'the following actions:
1. Accept thecompleted off-site public improvements; and
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2 Authorize-the release of the security deposit in the amount $182,393.50 to
K-`Mi Development, LLC...
D. \ Adoption of Part-Time Classification Salary — Summer Youth Employment
Program Resolution No.2019- 24
The City Council will consider approval of the salary Resolution to the part-time
classifications adding a newly created classification of "Youth Worker" for the
Summer Youth Employment Program funded with annual CDBG allocation funds.
The purpose of the annual salary resolution is to ensure transparency and to
implement modifications to the City's compensation system. Amendments to
Resolution No. 2019-24, include addition of a Youth Worker classification and
their respective salary range. In addition, clarifying language that was approved in
Resolution No. 2017-41 for part-time classifications.
Recommendation: That the City Council adopt the Part-Time Classification Salary
Resolution No. 2019-24, entitled:
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A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF ROSEMEAD, CALIFORNIA, ESTABLISHING
ANNUAL SALARY RANGES FOR PART-TIME
CLASSIFICATIONS IN THE SERVICE OF THE CITY OF
ROSEMEAD
E. School Resource Officer Program Funding
The City currently contracts with the Los Angeles County Sheriffs Department for
a Special Assignment Deputy that is assigned to Rosemead High School as a School
Resource Officer (SRO). The El Monte Union t High School District currently
shares the cost of the SRO with the City for�the hours that the SRO is assigned to
the School; however, the agreement mustybe approved by both the City and the
School District. City staff has included the necessary funding in the FY 2019-20
Budget to cover the City's portion �'of the agreement which is approximately
$127,740.
Recommendation: That the City`'Council, contingent upon the execution of the
School Districts Board's formal approval,of the: ost sharing agreement, authorize
the City Manager to execute the cost sharingiagreement with the tl Monte Union
High School District to f nd,theSRO position-.in the amount of$127,740.
F. Crossing Guard Services'aAgreeme t a and Annual Crossing Guard Cost Sharing
Agreements with the Rosemead and Garvey-School..D,istricts
The existing agreement with All City Management Services, Inc., for crossing
guard services near local public schools will expire on June 30,2019. Likewise,the
annual costs aring agreements with the Rosemead School District and the Garvey
4 ' School District for crossing guard se ices will end on June 30, 2019. The new
crossing:guard services and costsharing agreements are being proposed for Fiscal
Year 2019-2O. The total cost for providing crossing guard services for both School
° Districts is $179,361.00. The cost sharing agreements with the Districts totals
which yis one-h,alf the total cost of the contract. The City's portion of
funds are being requested in the City's proposed FY 2019-20 Budget.
Recommendation:-)That the City Council, contingent upon the execution of the
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School Districts Board's formal approval of the cost sharing agreements, authorize
the City Manager to:
1. Execute the agreement with All City Management Services, Inc., for crossing
guard services for FY 2019-20; and
2. Execute the cost sharing agreements with Rosemead and Garvey School
Districts for funding the crossing guard services for the FY 2019-20.
7. MATTERS FROM CITY MANAGER& STAFF
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A. Garvey Park Restroom Renovation—Authorization to Advertise or Redesign
Recommendation: That the City Council consider two options:
Option 1:
1. Approve the revised layout for the Garvey Park Restroom Renovation
Project;
2. Adopt Resolution No. 2019-22, authorizing staff to advertise the Garvey
Park Restroom Renovation Project for bids;
3. Authorize the City Manager to execute,an,amendment to the Professional
Services Agreement with CEJ Engineers, Inc., increasing the contract
amount by $7,780, from $28,500/to $36,280, to compensate CEJ for the
additional design services already rendered; and
4. Take such additional, related action that may be desirable.
Option 2:
1. Reject the previous design layout;
2. Authorize staff to pursue the design of a brand-new restrobm building;
3. Authorize the.Eity Manager Yo.,,execute,an amendmenttc'the Professional
Services Agreement with CET Engineers,. Inc., increasing the contract
amount by $20,220, from $28,500yto'$48,720, to design a new restroom
building;
4. Authorize the City Manager_to execute an amendment to the Professional
Service sAgreement" h CEJ Engineers,``,Iz c., increasing the contract
amount by an additional-$7,780, fromh$48,720 to $56,500, to compensate
CEJ for design services already rendered;and
5. TakeRsuch additional, related action that may be desirable.
Director of Public Jorks`Alfonso stated following a number of revisions to the
,; layout'of;the Garvey Park Restroom Renovation Project, staff is finalizing the
\ design drawings, bid specifications, and construction cost estimate, and is
‘°Tequesting the City Council's authorization to advertise the project for construction
kids or consider a redesign;-indicated the existing restroom building at Garvey Park
IS outdated, deteriorated, and in need of renovation as the men's and women's
restroorns lack the Capacity to host the many community events and activities that
are held*Garvey/Park.
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On February'27, 2018, the City Manager approved a Professional Services
Agreement with CEJ Engineers,Inc.,in the amount of$28,500 to design the Garvey
Park Restroom Renovation Project. Upon reviewing the initial design, various
safety concerns, particularly for women and children were raised; therefore, CEJ
considered a side by side "square" configuration, however, staff determined that
such a design would negatively impact the structural integrity of the existing
building. At staffs request, CEJ provided a separate proposal in the amount of
$20,220 to demolish the old restroom and design an all new restroom building.
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Mayor Pro Tem Armenta expressed frustration that the City has continued paying
the contractor for redesigns when it could have been avoided if Council's previous
comments had been researched properly by prior staff.
Council Member Low suggested focusing on staff's recommended Option 1 as it
addresses Council's previously expressed concerns.
Council Member Ly concurred with Council Member Low to proceed with
Option 1.
Council Member Dang expressed concern,:for the condition of Garvey Park
Restrooms; inquired why an additional exit?door was built for the women's
restroom and not for the men's restroom,as well
Mayor Clark echoed Council MembrDang's thought to include an additional exit
door to the men's restroom. '
Council Member Ly opined therewis not a need for an additional door to the men's
restroom; emphasized any changes design will further ielay the project at
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least another two weeks.
Mayor Clark opined there,should...be an additional exit door for safety purposes;
inquired if the mechanicalroom could,,,be switched around so that an emergency
door can be included on that side. .�
Mayor"Pro Tern Ar enta affirmed arevised blueprint would be required if any
changes a`'made tb existing structural,- electrical, mechanical, or plumbing detail.
�� Council Member Low opined-it is more urgent to complete the restrooms for the
ff n, sake of the comrnunity rather thanmdelaying it to include an additional door.
Mayor Clark in,,uired if we aregoing to approve staff's recommendation tonight,
o could we simply ask the contractor if it is feasible to include an additional exit door
to`the men's restroom.
Council Member Ly moved to end further discussion and call a vote; seconded by
Council Member,Low.
Mayor Clark opined it takes a majority vote to occur to end the discussion and
proceed to vote on the item.
ACTION: Moved by Council Member Ly and seconded by Council Member Low
to end further discussion and proceed to call a vote on this item.Motion was carried
out by the following vote AYES: Armenta, Low, Ly NOES: Clark, Dang
ABSENT: None
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ACTION: Moved by Council Member Ly and seconded by Council Member
Low to authorize staff to proceed with Option 1:
1. Approve the revised layout for the Garvey Park Restroom Renovation
Project;
2. Adopt Resolution No. 2019-22, authorizing staff to advertise the Garvey
Park Restroom Renovation Project for bids;
3. Authorize the City Manager to execute an amendment to the Professional
Services Agreement with CEJ Engineers, Inc., increasing the contract
amount by $7,780, from $28,500 to $36;280, to compensate CEJ for the
additional design services already rendered and
4. Take such additional, related action"thatrmay be desirable.
Motion was carried out by the following vote 'AYES: Armenta, Low, Ly
NOES: Clark,Dang ABSENT:,None \ \
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8. MATTERS FROM MAYOR& CITAY COUNCIL „
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A. Discussion on Forming a Joint Powers ofAuthority
Council Member Ly reques requested item be tabled for the May 28, 2019 Council
meeting due to discussion n ededforrchangesmade in the City of South El Monte's
governance structure. ; °.
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Council'Meinber Low]noted May isyAsian Pacific Islander (API) Heritage month,
--reminded the'comfnunity:to,support.the various groups that belong to API.
r`,, Cou cil,Memb r Ly''reiterated'his request to add discussion for the proposed Parks
E , and Recreation Manager position to the next Council meeting agenda;
o ;c�ongratulated,Mayor Pro Tem Armenta on her achievement as incoming President
\,to the California Contract`Cities Association.
Councih,,Membet Dang extended congratulations to Mayor Pro Tem Armenta;
stated'he enjoyed participating with Council Member Low and the community in
Civic Pride Day,/in effort to help beautify Garvey Park; requested an update from
the City Manager on Rosemead Boulevard.
Director of Public Works Alfonso affirmed he spoke with a representative from the
Los Angeles Public Works Department and is still working on fixing the timing of
signal lights on Rosemead Boulevard.
Mayor Pro Tem Armenta requested an update as to how staff will inform residents
of their responsibility to maintain parkways as the City does not maintain
landscaping easements over residential parkways.
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Director of Community Development Kim confirmed that as part of the new
Community Outreach Program, staff will canvass areas to ensure residents are
aware that general maintenance of their property and residential parkways are their
responsibility.
Council Member Ly requested staff to research if the City could offer a grant to
residents that do not have the funding to maintain their property.
Mr. Kim noted that information for the Handyman Grant Program will be included
in the informational brochures and eligible res dents may apply.
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Mayor Pro Tern Armenta stated that there areweeds growing out of the crack on
the southwest corner of Marshall Streetand Temple City Boulevard; emphasized it
is important that the City does their, due-diligence'in upkeeping City property so
that we can expect the same from the residents;tha iked'City Manager Molleda and
Director of Parks and Recreation Boecking for their'efforts in preparing for the
California Contract Cities Association Conference.
City Manager Molleda.,asserted that\staff will/take care of the, Teeds tomorrow
morning.
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Mayor Clark thanked staff for their effort on t`he4budget and commended Rosemead
on never having a budget\def\ cit. a. .
Mayor'OA recessed the regular meeting into losed Session.
2. CLOSED SESSIO1'4 )N \ /
A: `f CONFERENCE WITH LABOR NEEGOTIATORS:
/'f Pursuant tos.Government Code`Section 54957.6
City Designated Representative: CiSy Manager
Unrepresented Employee:City Clerk
B. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL- EXISTING LITIGATION
Pursuantto Govt. Code Section 54956.9 (d)(1)
Case Nai ie: City of Rosemead and City of Temple City v. City of El Monte
LASC Case"No.,Y9STCP00254
C. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL- EXISTING LITIGATION
Pursuant to Govt. Code Section 54956.9(d)(1)
Case Name: City of Gardena v. Regional Water Quality Control Board, City of
Rosemead et al
LASC Case No. BS156342
City Attorney Richman stated there was no reportable action taken in Closed Session.
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Development Commission Special and Regular Meeting
Minutes of May 14, 2019
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9. ADJOURNMENT
Mayor Clark adjourned the regular meeting at 8:24 p.m. The next regular City Council
meeting is scheduled to be held on May 28, 2019, at 7:00 p.m., in the Rosemead City Hall
Council Chamber.
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Rosemead City Council, and Successor Agency to the Community
Development Commission Special and Regular Meeting
Minutes of May 14, 2019
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