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CITY COUNCIL, COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY, FINANCING AUTHORITY
TEMPLE CITY, CALIFORNIA
BUDGET STUDY SESSION
ADJOURNED AND SPECIAL MEETING MINUTES
MAY 10, 2000
1. CALL TO ORDER
Pursuant to the agenda posted on May 4, 2000, Mayor Souder called the meeting of the City Council,
Redevelopment Agency and Financing Authority to order at 7:00 p.m. on Wednesday, May 10, 2000.
2. ROLL CALL
PRESENT:
ABSENT:
Councilman- Brook, Gillanders, Souder
Councilman - Breazeal, Wilson
ALSO PRESENT: City Manager Martin, Community Services Director Burroughs, Public Works
Coordinator Daniel, Community Development Director Dawson, Maintenance
Superintendent Erickson, Public Safety Manager Fetherolf, Senior Management
Assistant Flod, Financial Services Director Maldonado and City Clerk Tataseo
Councilman Gillanders moved to excuse Councilman Breazeal and Mayor Pro Tem Wilson for cause,
seconded by Councilman Brook and unanimously carried.
3. TIME FOR THOSE IN THE AUDIENCE WHO WISH TO SPEAK
Midge Greenburg, 9614 Las Tunas Drive, thanked city employees Chuck Erickson, Bob Daniel and Rich
Moranda for coming to her aid and notifying the police about an intoxicated person. Ms. Greenburg also
requested Council's support of the Chamber of Commerce and recommended funding in the budget.
Nan Ward, representing Temple City Florist, recommended that Council consider funding the Chamber
of Commerce, if feasible, as she considered it to be the nucleus of the city.
4. PROPOSED BUDGET - FISCAL YEAR 2000 -2001
A. REVENUES/EXPENDITURES
B. EQUIPMENT REPLACEMENT
C. CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM
D. PERSONNEL
City Manager Martin presented the proposed budget, stating a public hearing would be held on May 16
for final input and adoption on June 6. Council received a memorandum from the City Manager and
Financial Services Director indicating budget recommendations. The budget can be amended throughout
the year. There is a heavy surplus for emergencies and reserves. Staff approved the overall scope of the
budget and all department heads were present to respond to questions.
Mayor Souder stated at the last meeting, it was voted to continue the Live Oak Park Master Plan and he
urged staff to get proposals to Council as soon as possible to include in the budget. In response to Mayor
Souder's question regarding a vehicle for the new city manager, Mr. Martin replied that the cost could be
accommodated in this budget.
City Manager Martin suggested Council first consider the General Fund budget, then the Special Fund
and the CRA.
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Councilman Brook commented that overall it was an excellent report and the city is in a healthy situation
because Council has been prudent.
Councilman Gillanders questioned if the entire Master Plan for the park were proposed to be completed
this year. Maintenance Superintendent Erickson clarified that the entire west side of the park would be
completed this year, leaving the east side to fmish.
Regarding the Special Funds, City Manager Martin stated those funds are frozen for particular uses from
which they are derived.
In response to Mayor Souder, Mr. Martin confirmed that projects carried over from last year would be
completed as soon as possible, and after meeting with Willdan, staff felt that this could be accomplished.
Regarding the Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA) budget, City Manager Martin stated that the
CRA has not produced the goals, funds and ability to function properly. Either revenue must be enhanced
or expenses cut. Four alternatives were presented: continue to go in debt; enhance revenue of CRA by
putting more CDBG funds in service; transfer a portion of salary expenses back to the General Fund; or
cut programs and attendant salaries.
Financial Services Director Maldonado responded to questioning regarding dollar figures involved and
stated only minimal salary expenses have been funded. Mr. Martin added another alternative - to either
forgive or defer the present obligation owed to the city.
Discussion continued with staff responding to questions regarding the CRA budget and possible
alternatives. Financial Services Director Maldonado stated CDBG funds cannot be transferred to the CRA;
however, CDBG funds could be used in lieu of CRA funds for rehab, etc. Currently $290,000 of the CRA
budget is for housing, $150,000 of which is for loans. Community Development Director Dawson provided
information and Council concurred with funding the housing program for one more year with CDBG funds,
with final spreadsheet figures to come back to Council on May 16. City Manager Martin recommended that
staff would amend that portion of the budget to reflect funding the housing program temporarily for one
year with a loan from the general fund, if necessary, to balance the budget.
Mayor Souder so moved the City Manager's recommendation, seconded by Councilman Gillanders and
unanimously carried.
City Manager Martin referred to his personnel memorandum in which he proposed a 2% increase in salary
to PERS benefits to reflect 2% at age 55 PERS retirement and a 3% cost of living adjustment (COLA)
increase for all full and part time employees for a 5% total increase. Mr. Martin stated this increase would
exclude the City Manager position. In addition, specific changes in benefits and salary were proposed as
indicated in his memorandum to be made public if approved.
Councilman Gillanders moved to approve the above recommendations, seconded by Councilman Brook and
unanimously carried.
With Council's concurrence, Mayor Souder read a letter submitted to the City Clerk from Cal Magro,
Temple City, requesting support for the Chamber of Commerce to help promote Temple City businesses.
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Mayor Souder indicated he had agreed to attend a June 26th meeting at the Chamber.
City Manager Martin stated he felt very certain that Council must aid the business community whether
through the Chamber, planning, zoning or some other way. The city is dependent on the business
community and a higher valuation of business would increase the sales tax revenue. Mr. Martin said he
would bring suggestions back to Council.
Councilman Brook spoke of his attendance at a workshop sponsored by the gas company at which excellent
ideas were exchanged regarding enhancing or developing business districts. He felt strongly that Council
needed to develop guidelines and set a program for what they want to see happen in the business
community.
Councilman Gillanders expanded on what previous Councils have attempted and accomplished for the
business community, and cautioned against spending funds foolishly.
Mayor Souder recommended the request for Chamber of Commerce funding be placed on the May 16
agenda.
Councilman Brook moved to approve the proposed 2000 -2001 budget in concept, subject to matters of
public input on May 16, with final adoption scheduled for June 6; approve the City Manager's
recommendations for a 3% COLA increase for all full and part time employees, 2% at age 55 PERS
retirement, and individual merit increases as contained in the City Manager's report, attached and made
a part hereto as Exhibit A, seconded by Councilman Gillanders and unanimously carried.
5. ADJOURNMENT
The meeting was adjourned at 7:45 p.m. to May 16, 2000.
A'1'1'EST:
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City Clerk
EXHIBIT A
SALARY ADJUSTMENTS
(as recommended by Martin)
Camy Leonard: Attached is a request from Mary to change Carry's
classification from Records Assistant to Deputy City Clerk. As I
read Mary's request, I believe she has presented a plausible
rationale for the upgrade. This would involve a pay change from
what she normally would be earning for next year from $32,017 to
$33,552 (a differential of $128 per month. {Mary had asked for
almost $237 increase, but I feel that this would be excessive] I
recognize there will be some internal criticism of even this
"promotion" by other employees, but my job is to give you my best
recommendation.
Hubert WONG; Hubert is a part timer whose position was scheduled to
be phased out. My suggestion is that he be retained for a few more
months (if not for the fiscal year) because of his good work not
only in his job but also for his language skills. This does not
involve a salary increase.
Eva Hauffen: I have found Eva to be a good worker and one who has
been of great help to me. You will recall that for years she has
maintained not only that she is underpaid, but also that the
underpayment was intentional. We have all undergone a lot of
travail and expense in deferring a final answer on this matter.
Accordingly, I am recommending a salary increase from the $38,586
(she would have earned to a new salary of $40,056 (a differential
of $122.50 per month. I believe that if this is approved, our
internal problems will be resolved.
Chuck Erickson and Bob Daniel: Chuck is presently on step 2 of a
range that pays him $3,956 per month ($47,472 per year). Bob is
presently on Step 2 of a Range that pays him $3,905 per month
($48,420 per year) Michelle is on Step 1 of a range that pays her
$4,001 per month ($48,012per year). I see a basic inequity here,
and while it was the Council that boosted Michelle's salary over
that of Chuck and Bob, I feel that both are deserving of pay in
excess of Michelle's. Accordingly, I propose to increase Chuck's
salary by $287 per month to a total of $4,243 per month ($50,916
per year) and Bob by $167 per month to $4,202 per month ($50,424
per year). In addition, Chuck's Admin Leave will be increased from
three days to five (because of the extra time he is spending), and
he will be given the opportunity to drive a city car rather than
his own.
SUMMARY
If all of the foregoing adjustments are approved, the total cost
would be about an $800 increase in the monthly payroll, including
all perks related thereto.
CRM
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CITY OF TEMPLE CITY
FULL TIME EMPLOYEE CLASSES AND RANGES
_ Effective July 1, 2000
Classification
CLERICAL/TECHNICAL
Receptionist
Park Coordinator
Volunteer Coordinator
Accounting Specialist
Deputy City Clerk
Bldg /Housing Assistant
Comm Services Specialist
Junior Accountant
1,878
2,498
2,498
1,953
2,598
2,598
Steps
2,031
2,702
2,702
2,112
2,810
2,810
2,598
2,688
2,793
2,793
2,793
2,702
2,796
2,905
2,905
2,905
2,810
2,90 8
3,021
3,021
3,021
Secretary
Animal Control Officer
Code Enforcement Officer
Personnel Analyst
Administrative Secretary
Housing Officer
MAINTENANCE
Park Maint Worker
Landscape Gardener
Maint. Specialist
Tree Trimmer
Tree Trimmer Lead Worker
MGMNT /SUPERVISORY
Parks & Rec Supervisor
Finance Supervisor
2,793
2,906
3,210
3,210
3,306
3,654
2,336
2,454
2,454
2,633
2,906
2,905
3,022
3,338
3,33 8
3,438
3,800
2,429
2,552
2,552
2,738
3,022
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2,196
2,922
2,922
2,922
3,024
3,142
3,142
3,142
3,039
3,145 S . , ),
3,268
3,268
3,268
3,021
3,143
3,472
3,472
3,575
3,952
2,526
2,654
2,654
2,847
3,143
3,142
3,269
3,611
3,61 1
3,718
4,110
2,627
2,760
2,760
2,961
3,269
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3,268
3,400
3,755
3,755
3,867
4,274
2,732
2,870
2,870
3,079
3,400
3,755 3,905 4,061 4,223 4,392
3,755
3,905
4,061
4,223
4,392
Associate Planner
Maint. Superintendent
Public Safety Manager
Public Wks Coordinator
Maint Superintendent
Senior Mgmt. Assistant
City Clerk
Community Ser Director
Community Dev Director
Fin Sery Dir /City Treasurer
City Manager
4% difference between steps
3,800 3,952 4,110
3,804 3,05C 4,114
4,001 4,161 4,327
4,040 4,202 4,370
4,08 0 4,243 4,413
4,239 4,409 4,585
4,483 4,662 4,848
4,791 4,983 5,182
5,941 6,179 6,426
6,193 6,441 6,699
(Contract Agreement)
4,274
4,270
4,500
4,545
4,59 0
4,768
5,042
5,389
6,683
6,967
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4,445
4,400
4,680
4,727
4,774 +'t �.
4,959
5,244
5,605
6,950
•7,246