CC - Item 4B - Minutes of January 14, 2020MINUTES OF THE
CITY COUNCIL, SUCCESSOR AGENCY TO
THE COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION AND
HOUSING DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION
SPECIAL AND REGULAR JOINT MEETING
JANUARY 14, 2020
The special meeting of the Rosemead City Council was called to order by Mayor Clark at 6:07
p.m., in the Rosemead City Hall conference room located at 8838 East Valley Boulevard,
Rosemead, California. fn
PRESENT: Mayor Clark, Mayor Pro Tem Armenta,
6:09 p.m.) and Ly
ABSENT:NONE
1. WORKSHOP
A. Federal Public
David Turch and Asso
discuss new legislation
will also have, an onpor
David Turch, of D;
DC such as the Pi
leadership, and the
and Assoc o
Alex P, Asso
relations with
last Wash!Wgbon,
ap� t
Congresswom
resulted in supp
support in provide
relationships by m
support for federal
vocacy U
Dang, Low (arrived at
Turch and
on federal public affairs and
[ties for the City. The Council
�,#prities for the City.
dad 4„,cfiscussl"64n current matters in Washington,
oe ngs, federal judiciary changes, congressional
Heroduced Alex Perez. Associate at David Turch
id's lobbyist interest.
ciate "` avi&TNj.Tch and Age ates emphasized the importance of building
congressal legrl ors in Washington, DC. He recapped the City Council's
DC trip, which included meetings with Senator Feinstein, Senator Harris,
Tapolitano, 'do" Congr ` Swoman Chu to discuss the City's federal goals that
�£r)m federal gislators. The Department of Veterans Affairs also expressed
ngausinggveterans in the community. He reiterated that building those
eetirg;�ceace with congressional leaders will allow the City to obtain more
Mayor Pro Tem Armenta asked about restrictions on requirements and guidelines that impact small
cities not able to obtain federal grants; what types of grant are available for small cities to advocate
for.
Mr. Turch replied that his associate staff is dedicated to analyzing all the resources available from
the federal government. City staff should be receiving summaries of specific grants available to
the City periodically. In addition, his associate staff provides an analysis of the possibility of
obtaining a grant, should the City decide to apply.
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Council Member Ly stated the City identify a project to reconstruct the on-ramp and off -ramp of
the I-10 freeway during a meeting with the Department of Transportation. In addition, the
Community Development Department has been looking at updating the land use in that area.
Mayor Pro Tem Armenta asked how the City could make improvements on different jurisdictions
bordering the City boundaries.
Mr. Turch reiterated that building those relationships with federal delegates, although they may
not represent the Rosemead community, is essential in receiving the support that may increase the
chances for obtaining federal grants for projects.
Council Member Ly asked if there is any movement on the
programs in terms of allocations remaining the same or bei;
Mr. Turch replied the CDBG program has been
but he did not know if the funding will be the sa
Mayor Pro Tem Armenta asked if the
or could divert money to other states.
Mr. Turch explained there are inforz
determine how much each state may
from one state to another, but not mi
Mr. Perez reiterated
for smaller projects
opportunity grants i
and the Sheriffs c
providing fungX c
City staffAW exp E
no gr zs 'avauawe, t -t
commuriit s. Mr. Pere2
and Associates is instru
Council Membef,% rec
Washington, DC lobby
Mayor Clark adjourned
sources for CDBG or HOME
A for cities.
and has been preserved,
how much',ng is given per state
;s at the Federal level, which
has been able to divert funds
i Rebuilding America grant, allows
,to apply for funding. Additional
2 provide funding to both the City
Violence Act, which focuses on
�t students, teachers, and administrative staff.
hing matters, which unfortunately there are
ment is working to make funds available to
i between the City of Rosemead and David Tuch
the Rosemead community in Washington, DC.
the City Council designate key items to discuss before the next
7:00 P.M.
The regular meeting of the Rosemead City Council was called to order by Mayor Clark at 7:08
p.m., in the Rosemead City Council Chamber located at 8838 East Valley Boulevard, Rosemead,
California.
PRESENT: Mayor Clark, Mayor Pro Tem Armenta, Council Members Dang, Low and Ly
ABSENT: NONE
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PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE was led by Mayor Pro Tem Armenta
INVOCATION was led by Mayor Clark
STAFF PRESENT: City Manager Molleda, Assistant City Manager Kim, City Attorney
Richman, Sergeant Fiedler, Director of Public Works Daste, Acting Director of Finance Torrez,
Director of Parks and Recreation Boecking, and City Clerk Hernandez
2. PUBLIC COMMENT
Mayor Clark opened the Public Comment period.
Sneaker Mind�Yeh, on behalf of the West Saud � b
invited the City Council to a five -city mega mixebr
candidates. The mixer event in partnership wfl five of
at the West San Gabriel Valley Associaf Realtors
Valley Boulevard.
There being no further speakers, Mayor
3. PRESENTATIONS
A. Recognition of the 2019 Holiday Die -`, ation A
City
aul D&,' and Can` L C* present
Valley Association of Realtors,
0{ Y12, for a meet and greet of the
C' ber of Commerce will be
ja
-acid iters located at 1039 East
Winners
Commissioners Vanessa
CQmmissi6b""�0� Iter tzoduce�"4rid presented the Holiday Decoration Award
u�etr for thegllowmg"cegpriesi "`Celebrating Tradition," "Christmas with a
Twist,' `f x�charif jj ntry Ways` zTestivity Award," and the grand prize "Marie
Spadaro C i&mas mate" award. X111 winners were present except for "Enchanted
Entry Way.
�Vla or Pro Temlrmenta spoke about the history of the Spadaro family and the
tradtt�,O they ke#, n decorating their home year after year. Due to their age, the
Spadarb"sg were . 6able to continue decorating their home, and one year the
Community gether to decorate the home one last time. Two years after Mrs.
Spadaro passed away, the best way the community could honor the Spadaro's was
by naming the grand prize of the Beautification Commission's Holiday Decoration
Award, the Marie Spadaro Christmas Castle Award. She also thanked the
Commission for continuing the tradition of hosting the Holiday Decoration
Awards.
The City Council congratulated and commended the homeowners for making the
Rosemead community more cheerful during the holidays.
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B. Recognition of the 2019 Fitness and Health Fair Art Contest Award Winners
Director of Park and Recreations Boecking announced the Fitness and Health Fair
Art Contest theme of "Eco -Awareness and Healthy Living" successfully promoted
creativity and a healthy lifestyle through art. He recognized and introduced event
organizer Mary Sue to hand out the awards, along with In & Out gift cards to all
attending winners by their age group.
6 -year-old and under - Anabelle Hu
7 — 8 -year-old — Winston Ma
9 -10 -year-old — Angie Lee and Edwin Rao
11 -14 -year-old — Erin Chang and Connie 2
Special Award to Rylie Wang
Speaker Edwin Jiao stated that it
his parents for their support.
Speakers Anabelle and Emilia
art piece. They both hope to eY
Speaker Joanne Lint1lced the City
creativity in Children t _*
The City Council
commitm 0awte cr
paren�ttapd` comrr�e
4. PUBLIC HEAM...G - Na
5. CO E
LEND"
a
'sem+.; •' i k�+.-'•
Attorney Richman r
Ord'1r-iarice No. 991, M,
,,,,M
approve Cohn
vote AYES A
A. Claims
ve an award and thanked
gratitude for
c)ntest-s,,in the
their support
an award for their
arts and the
-d"'i"'d , comrd6 d all the students for their
put la1�$x art ThoCouncil also recognized the
�pcQuagiig � supporting their kids.
title only the introduction and adoption of Urgency
an and first reading of Ordinance No. 992 by title only.
by cil Member Ly and seconded by Council Member Low to
lends tems A through D. Motion was carried out by the following
Y J '
tay��Q1ark, Dang, Low and Ly ABSENT: None
Resolution No. 2020-01
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF ROSEMEAD, CALIFORNIA, ALLOWING
CERTAIN CLAIMS AND DEMANDS IN THE SUM OF
$585,885.07 NUMBERED 105166 THROUGH NUMBER
105253 INCLUSIVELY
Recommendation: Adopt Resolution No. 2020-01.
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C.
• Resolution No. 2020-02
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF ROSEMEAD, CALIFORNIA, ALLOWING
CERTAIN CLAIMS AND DEMANDS IN THE SUM OF
$1,134,657.96 NUMBERED 105254 THROUGH
NUMBER 105323 INCLUSIVELY
Recommendation: Adopt Resolution No. 2020-02.
• Resolution No. 2020-01 SA
A RESOLUTION OF THE
THE SUCCESSOR AGE
COMMUNITY DEVELO
THE CITY OF ROSE�kI
CLAIMS AND DEMAN"Ss
NUMBERED 10277 ` H
INCLUSIVELY
Recommendation:
CI Y�>OF,, OSEMEAD AS
NCV <TO TP3E ROSEMEAD
PIVIENT COIVTNSION OF
AD ALLOWING V'"4, TAIN
IN THE SUM OF $2,546.02
OUGH ,,�.vNUMBER .t � W78
1 SA.
r1 ROS}4�I.f,AD HOUSING
AT
PORN ALLOWING
MANDS IN THE SUM OF
4 INCLUSIVELY
No. 2020-01 RHDC.
hat the City Council approve the special and regular joint
une 25, 2019 and special meeting minutes of December
Consideration` of an Urgency and Non -Urgency Ordinance Adopting by Reference
the California Building Standards Code 2019 and Other Codes as Amended and
Adopted by Los Angeles County
Every three (3) years the City of Rosemead adopts the California Building Laws as
amended by Los Angeles County. On July 1, 2019, the California Building
Standards Commission (BSC) published revised Building Standards Codes (Title
24, Parts 1-12). State law mandates that these standards are enforced in all
jurisdictions effective January 1, 2020, regardless of whether they are specifically
adopted by local jurisdictions. The City of Rosemead Building Division has
initiated implementation of the 2019 California Building Codes as required by
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State Law.
The Los Angeles County Building & Safety Division has introduced many local
amendments to the California Codes, which they deemed to be necessary
considering the regional conditions, and these revisions been reviewed by the State
of California for compliance. On November 26, 2019 the Los Angeles County
Board of Supervisors adopted the 2019 California Building Codes with Los
Angeles County amendments (Title 26-30). The City of Rosemead is not obligated
to enforce the Los Angeles County codes. However, in order to remain consistent
with the un -incorporated areas of Los Angeles County and other local jurisdictions,
the City of Rosemead has historically adopted : -lie California Building Codes as
amended by Los Angeles County, which arew#o proposed for consideration of
adoption by the City of Rosemead.
Recommendation: That the City Council fake the "f wing actions:
1. Move to introduce and ado J f -,i' y title only, Urgency Ordinance No. 991,
entitled:. , KN;..
AN URGENCY ORDINANCOFJ�-HE CITY COUNGL
OF THE OX OF ROSS''s ADOPTING B'S
REFERENCE, PiJRS TINT TO�C0NERNMENT CODE
SECTION 50022, THS X019 CALIORNIA BUILDING
STANDARDS A1Tb TIOSw; CODES x AS AMENDED
A°D;DOPTED ''BY LOSry,1CzLES�`�OUNTY AS
TQTEDINCLUDING, T CAI>ONIA BUILDING
:CODE -VOLUMES 1 AI Df2, (TITLE 26"LOS ANGELES
Gpt1TYBJILDING CODE), THE CALIFORNIA
ELE7TRLC CODE (TITLE 27 LOS ANGELES
COUI�TTY , LEC I C L CD,E), THE CALIFORNIA
1? UMB ', :CODE (TI f28 LOS ANGELES COUNTY
PLiJ1VI,BIN6 COPE), THE"CALIFORNIA MECHANICAL
CODR, � (TITT E x 29 LOS ANGELES COUNTY
MECHANICAL CODE), THE CALIFORNIA
RESIDE TEAL CODE (TITLE 30 LOS ANGELES
OUNT SIDENTIAL CODE), THE CALIFORNIA
rREI�[ BUILDING CODE (TITLE 31 LOS ANGELES
COUT GREEN BUILDING STANDARDS CODE),
TH _ CALIFORNIA EXISTING BUILDINGS CODE
(TITLE 33 LOS ANGELES COUNTY EXISTING
BUILDING CODE), THE CALIFORNIA ENERGY
CODE, THE CALIFORNIA HISTORICAL BUILDINGS
CODE, ADOPTING LOCAL AMENDMENTS THERETO
AND DECLARING THE URGENCY THEREOF
2. Move to introduce for first reading, by title only, Ordinance No. 992, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF ROSEMEAD, ADOPTING BY REFERENCE,
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PURSUANT TO GOVERNMENT CODE SECTION
50022.2, THE 2019 CALIFORNIA BUILDING
STANDARDS AND THOSE CODES AS AMENDED
AND ADOPTED BY LOS ANGELES COUNTY AS
NOTED INCLUDING; THE CALIFORNIA BUILDING
CODE -VOLUMES 1 AND 2 (TITLE 26 LOS ANGELES
COUNTY BUILDING CODE), THE CALIFORNIA
ELECTRICAL CODE (TITLE 27 LOS ANGELES
COUNTY ELECTRICAL CODE), THE CALIFORNIA
PLUMBING CODE (TITLE 28 LOS ANGELES COUNTY
PLUMBING CODE), THE CALIFORNIA MECHANICAL
CODE (TITLE 29 LOS AN�C`P��ES COUNTY
MECHANICAL CODE), CALIFORNIA
RESIDENTIAL CODE (TIT ='0 _ OS ANGELES
COUNTY RESIDENTIAL CO?), T� ,CALIFORNIA
GREEN BUILDING CODIV( ITLE 31 f QS. ANGELES
COUNTY GREEN BLJTI,IING STANDAR, CODE),
THE CALIFORNIA STING BUILDINGS. CODE
(TITLE 33 LOS AI G LES COUNTY Ektl ,,rING
BUILDING CODE), THE CA YtNIA EN9`
CODE, THE,=° CALIFORNIA T�T,'QCAL BUILDINCrS
CODE, ADOPTIN�i FLOCAL 3AlyENDMENTS, AND
DECLARING THE '001- C THERE>OF
3. Set t ,
oft
4. Approve
IZe}l'i' n to
On April
which nr
the 'c4
parks
and
ebruary'25, 2020, tbor.uct a Public Hearing for the adoption
[QUI
Program
21`,20191.h6_City Council approved the Administrative Policy 50-08,
ovide guidelirYfor a Memorial Bench & Tree Program. This program
RosernQd the op ? rtunity to commemorate or honor family, friends, and
professionals whom have passed away or have had a positive impact on
iunity. Tn dedication helps enhance and beautify the City of Rosemead's
h1p hp1pg to meet the City's vision of developing a premiere park,
I,Y 1 .c n space system. The purpose of this policy is to outline the terms
it
ioii,of commemoration on a memorial bench and/or tree.
Recommendation: That the City Council approve the revised Administrative Policy
50-08, to include the dedication of a garden and move forward as the "Memorial
Bench, Tree and Garden Program."
6. MATTERS FROM CITY MANAGER & STAFF - None
7. MATTERS FROM MAYOR & CITY COUNCIL
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A. Discussion of SB 732
This item is presented to the City Council at the request of Council Member Steven
Ly. He would like to discuss Senate Bill 732.
Council Member Ly reminded the Council at a previous workshop, South Coast
Air Quality Management District (AQMD) Board Member and South Pasadena
Council Member Michael Cacciotti spoke about a multi -county tax provision. At a
League of California Cities Division meeting, AQMD Executive Director Wayne
Nastri, spoke of placing a multi -county tax on the ballot that is being presented in
Sacramento. Mr. Ly expressed concerns, that AQMD has claimed that the Federal
Government Environmental Protection Age no,0"' 'A) has set additional standards
onto the Clean Air Act that make it difficult Ioeiiforce without implementing new
funding mechanisms. AQMD is propoi fides tax for multiple counties (Los
Angeles, Orange, Riverside, and Inlndpireouty) to generate the necessary
funds to meet the clean air standards
He opined it's an overreach l� ythe organization since hey have in the past
overreach, such as attempting to`b-�k-kBeach bonfires, beacW,Qs, and even a no
f TM.,
in-house burn policy during the wmt�z��sastio-burn penot�no-burn policy
fine may give the AMS., more powe`Ariplement additionaltaxes. The Los
Angeles Division of ue of Califon Cities is against the tax provision.
League President Juan 6,—' 9 a the City o ellflower is leading the opposition
to kill the bill prior to eachrfg? Semtex I
ifithe bill is moved out of the
commrtt�e,st may pas§;e referiiy letterm the Los Angeles Division
'�
of the�� gue of forma Gni l s p sin r opposition. He asked Mayor Pro
w
Tem rmenta ifgtt' ifomia Coktr`act Cities` Association has taken a position
regarding t o 4bill.
x+42 4 t
Co riltMemb&�� rmen6,,` �nfrm84*ith Executive Director of the California
Contrad Ctes Assgation thatl�y oppose the bill. She explained they are taking
the same po`_,, as the,League of California Cities to oppose the bill.
council Membey contm'd to address the necessity of sending a letter to Senator
Alan and the leaf tion of delegation, noting the City of Rosemead's opposition.
Mos��ortantl; to notify the City's lobbyist firm Gonzalvez and Sons to lobby
on thein>behalf in Sacramento against the bill.
Mayor Clark-F�tiated that there are mandates from EPA that are not funded. A lot of
the pollution is coming from the ships bringing Cargo, which are sending things all
over the country. Our residents should not have to pay a sale tax from ships coming
from overseas. There are some cities intentionally passing their own tax, to cap
their sales tax to avoid that money going to AQMD and keeping the money within
their City. The only concern is the state may implement other taxes on top of the
capped city taxes. Also, its concerning that the AQMD is exempt from the cap sales
tax, which could raise the sales tax to above 14 to 15 cents. Funding should come
from the agencies that are mandating the tax increase. Mrs. Clark read a section of
a letter from the Los Angeles County Division of League of California Cities,
indicating that other districts could set precedence, "Currently, only cities and
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transportation agencies have authority to seek voter approval of local transactions
and use tax increases. Senate Bill 732 sets a precedent for thousands of Special
Districts in California to compete for a limited revenue source reserved for cities
and some Transportation agencies". Mrs. Clark expressed this could add to other
Special Districts deciding to put more and more taxes. The reason why there is so
much homelessness is that the cost of living is so high in California, not just in
housing but in everything else; therefore, she agreed to oppose the bill.
Council Member Dang agreed with Council Member Ly's opposition of the bill
and concurs the funding should come from those doing the polluting such as ships
and ocean carriers that are causing the pollutionµ�,i
Council Member Armenta stated there is
and if Council may want to vote on a dir'
Council Member Ly interjected
date, if things in the bill change,;
ACTION: Moved by Council NMebr Ly
opposed SB 732. Authorizing the CttyM:
the author and legislatooi o delegation,tx
City's lobbyist Gonzd,$;fin * ,ons to opp'
was carried by the following vote,AYES:
ABSENT: None s .
Mayor
on the floor for SB 732
the opposition at a future
led by C&Z" Member Low to
to draft a l6bf; , of opposition to
the Mayor. In aeldition, direct the
measure in Sacramento. Motion
;nta, Clark, Dang, Low and Ly
update on the Garvey Park restroom
is WorkDxector D$te reported that over the holidays, there was a stop -work
red on the Iftoject to��e'"solve some planning and building issues. Work has
rted on the re5,trooms, and staff will provide an update to City Council on a
Council Me`mbeJr-'Armenta expressed concerns that the City Council has received
complaints bri when the restrooms will be completed. To have stop orders for a
project that is within an area heavily used by the public concerning.
City Manager Molleda interjected that staff would provide a timeline in the weekly
update to the City Council.
Council Member Armenta spoke on the condition of the skate park due to graffiti.
Mrs. Armenta acknowledged the prompt clean up and graffiti removal by Public
Works. Emphasizing the skate park should never have been neglected to the
conditions she witnessed, she recommended that additional supervision be
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implemented in the park to ensure public safety. Lastly, commended the staff in
their commitment to maintaining the skate park and all city facilities.
Council Member Armenta also reported her attendance with the California Contract
City Association in Sacramento to meet with legislators advocating against SB 50
and upcoming bills. Mrs. Armenta commended all council members that attended
and extended the invitation for the next assembly in March.
Council Member Dang requested a follow up about Rosemead Blvd's traffic
condition and its effects on the public health and wellbeing. He reported a personal
experience regarding his neighbor's house beingrobbed. He requested a follow up
of the Ring Program, which was presented b the City Council under a pilot
program back in January 2019.
City Manager Molleda advised there
an update of the program will be prod
Mayor Clark expressed her apprecia
attending the California Contract'4,4
transportation is limited in Rosemeac
difficult for housing�iset up next
were rewarded with a lily Qj)erty
property tax. Only recen
Passing bills onto other
Margaret Clark, Mayor
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,'" ssues� garding the Ring Program, and
to the Ci ` �'�
ty�quncil on the weekly update.
tion of the legislation nquiring SB 50 while
y Association meetingting the means of
com�xarixd to other cities; tlxefore making it
to W` sses. Mayor Clark stated other cities
tax,w{Rosemead was considered a "No"
head be6"` .aced under a "Low" property tax.
*#W necd4oy means to generate the funds
The next regular scheduled City Council
at 7:00 p.m. in the Rosemead City Hall
Hernandez, City Clerk