HomeMy Public PortalAbout7A CCM 2015-06-211. CALL TO ORDER
CITY COUNCIL
TEMPLE CITY, CALIFORNIA
REGULAR MEETING
JUNE 21, 2016
AGENDA
ITEM 7.A.
Mayor Yu called the City Council Regular Meeting to order at 7:35 p.m. in the
Council Chambers located at 5938 Kauffman Avenue, Temple City.
2. ROLL CALL
PRESENT:
ABSENT:
ALSO PRESENT:
3. INVOCATION
Councilmember-Chavez, Fish, Man, Sternquist, Yu
Councilmember-None
City Manager Cook, City Attorney Murphy, City Clerk Kuo,
Administrative Services Director Hause, Community
Development Director Forbes, and Parks and Recreation
Director Burroughs
Lynne Best, from Westminster Presbyterian Church, 9642 E. Live Oak Avenue,
provided the Invocation.
4. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Boy Scout Troop #161 provided a flag ceremony and led those present in the
Pledge of Allegiance.
5. CEREMONIAL/PRESENTATIONS-None
6. PUBLIC COMMENTS ON ITEMS NOT LISTED ON THE AGENDA
Peter Choi, CEO and President of Temple City Chamber of Commerce, presented
City Council with a plaque recognizing the City for earning the rating of the 38th
safest City in California by SafeWise Report.
Tony Scaduto, Temple City resident, commented on the long wait to license his
dog at the San Gabriel Valley Humane Society.
Steve Stafford, Temple City resident, commented on the cars parked on his street
and the unsafe speed of the cars.
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7. CONSENT CALENDAR
Councilmember Chavez made a motion to approve the Consent Calendar.
Seconded by Councilmember Fish and carried by the following votes:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSTAIN:
ABSENT:
Councilmember-Fish, Man, Sternquist, Yu, Chavez
Councilmember-None
Councilmember-None
Councilmember-None
A. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
The City Council is requested to review and approve:
1) Minutes of the Special City Council Meeting of May 31, 2016;
2) Minutes of the Special City Council Meeting of June 7, 2016;
3) Minutes of the Special City Council Meeting of June 7, 2016; and
4) Minutes of the Regular City Council Meeting of June 7, 2016.
Action: Approved.
B. RE-ADOPTION OF RESOLUTION NO. 16-5173, RECLASSIFYING
VARIOUS POSITIONS AND APPROVAL OF THE RESPECTIVE SALARY
RANGES
Amendment of the Classification Plan for the following positions: Building and
Code Inspector I, II, Ill; and Parks and Recreation Manager.
Action: Re-adopted Resolution No. 16-5173 amending
the Employee Classification Plan and approving
the respective salary ranges.
C. CONSIDERATION OF A RATE ADJUSTMENT REQUEST FOR WASTE
SERVICES FROM ATHENS SERVICES, INC.
Per the provisions of the City agreement with Athens, the City Council is
requested to approve the rate adjustment request by Athens. The new rates
would be effective July 1, 2016. The new single-family rate would increase
from $32.10 to $33.51 per month and the rate for a three cubic yard bin would
increase from $192.43 to $199.99 per month.
Action: Approved the rate adjustment request for waste
collection rates made by Athens Services to
become effective July 1, 2016.
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D. ADOPTION OF RESOLUTION NO. 16-5179 ADOPTING THE FISCAL YEAR
2016-17 STATEMENT OF INVESTMENT POLICY
The City's Statement of Investment Policy establishes a guideline for the
prudent investment of the City's idle funds and outlines a policy for
maximizing the efficiency of the cash management system.
Action: Adopted Resolution No. 16-5179, adopting the
Statement of Investment Policy for the City of
Temple City for Fiscal Year 2016-17.
E. REAFFIRMATION OF COMMITTED AND ASSIGNED FUND BALANCE
CLASSIFICATIONS FOR THE GENERAL FUND FOR FINANCIAL
STATEMENT REPORTING PURPOSES AT JUNE 30, 2016, IN
ACCORDANCE WITH THE ADOPTED GASB 54 FUND BALANCE POLICY
In order to be in compliance with the City's GASB 54 Fund Balance Policy,
City Council must reaffirm the Committed Fund Balances and Assigned Fund
Balances as designed for financial statement purposes before the end of June
30, 2016.
Action: Reaffirmed the Committed Fund Balance of
$3,500,000 and the Assigned Fund Balance of
$12,302,864 for the General Fund.
F. FISCAL YEAR 2015-16 CITY BUDGET -FOURTH QUARTER BUDGET
AMENDMENTS
The recommended appropriation adjustments are necessary to ensure that
actual spending levels in individual line items do not exceed budgeted
appropriations at the close of the fourth quarter of Fiscal Year 2015-16.
Action: Authorized staff to revise various budgeted
appropriations for the Fiscal Year 2015-16 City
Budget to ensure revenue estimates are
accurate and actual spending levels are within
budgeted appropriations during the current
fiscal year.
G. PETTY CASH AND VISA CARD REPORT
The City Council is requested to review, receive and file the Petty Cash and
Visa Card Report.
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Action: Received and filed report.
H. ADOPTION OF RESOLUTION NO. 16-5181 APPROVING PAYMENT OF
BILLS
The City Council is requested to adopt Resolution No. 16-5181 authorizing the
payment of bills.
Action: Adopted Resolution No. 16-5181.
8. PUBLIC HEARING
A. ADOPTION OF RESOLUTION NO. 16-5171 APPROVING THE MASTER
FEE AND FINE SCHEDULE FOR FISCAL YEAR 2016-17 AND
ESTABLISHING NEW FEES FOR PARKS AND RECREATION PROGRAMS
Temple City's fees and fines are currently contained in multiple resolutions
adopted over the past 13 years. The proposed Master Fee and Fine Schedule
combines all fees and fines into a single schedule.
City Manager Cook gave an introduction on the Master Fee and Fine
Schedule Schedule.
Community Development Director Forbes gave a brief summary of the staff
report.
Mayor Yu opened public hearing.
Franklin Ruedel, Temple City resident, asked questions regarding the noticing
for this public hearing.
Hearing no further request to speak, Mayor Yu closed public hearing.
Councilmember Man made a motion to adopt Resolution No. 16-5171
approving the Master Fee and Fine Schedule for Fiscal Year 2016-17 and
establishing new fees for several parks and recreation programs. Seconded
by Councilmember Fish and approved by the following votes:
AYES:
RECUSED:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Councilmember: Chavez, Fish, Man, Sternquist, Yu
Councilmember: None
Councilmember: None
Councilmember: None
B. ADOPTION OF RESOLUTION NO. 16-5178, ORDERING THE LEVY OF
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CITYWIDE LIGHTING AND MAINTENANCE DISTRICT ASSESSMENTS
FOR FISCAL YEAR 2016-17
City Council approval of the Fiscal Year 2016-17 levy of the District
assessments will allow the City to continue with its annual Lighting and
Maintenance District program.
Administrative Services Director Hause gave a brief summary of the staff
report.
Mayor Yu opened public hearing. Hearing no request to speak, Mayor Yu
closed public hearing.
Mayor Pro Tern Sternquist made a motion to adopt Resolution No. 16-5178
ordering the levy and collection of assessments for Fiscal Year 2016-17.
Seconded by Councilmember Man and approved by the following votes:
AYES:
RECUSED:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Councilmember: Chavez, Fish, Man, Sternquist, Yu
Councilmember: None
Councilmember: None
Councilmember: None
C. ADOPTION OF RESOLUTION NO. 16-5177 CONFIRMING THE FACTORS
USED FOR CALCULATING THE ANNUAL APPROPRIATIONS LIMIT FOR
THE FISCAL YEAR 2016-17
Article Xlll-8 provides limits to the amount of tax proceeds stated and local
governments can spend each year. Staff has complied with all the provisions
of Article XIII-B in determining the Limit for Fiscal Year 2016-17. In order to
be in compliance with California State Law, City Council adoption of the
resolution is necessary.
Administrative Services Director Hause gave a brief summary of the staff
report.
Mayor Yu opened public hearing. Hearing no request to speak, Mayor Yu
closed public hearing.
Councilmember Chavez made a motion to adopt Resolution No. 16-5177
confirming the factors used for calculating the annual Appropriations Limit for
Fiscal Year 2016-17. Seconded by Councilmember Fish and approved by the
following votes:
AYES: Councilmember: Chavez, Fish, Man, Sternquist, Yu
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RECUSED:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Councilmember: None
Councilmember: None
Councilmember: None
D. ADOPTION OF THE PROPOSED FISCAL YEAR 2016-17 CITY BUDGET
AND FIND THAT THE CITY IS IN COMPLIANCE WITH GOVERNMENT
CODE SECTION 66000
Pursuant to Section 901 of the City Charter, the City Council is required to
conduct a public hearing prior to the adoption of the Proposed Fiscal Year
2016-17 City Budget which includes the proposed revenues and
corresponding expenditures.
City Manager Cook gave an overview of the proposed FY 2016-17 City
Budget.
Administrative Services Director Hause gave a summary of the staff report.
Mayor Yu opened public comments.
Jerry Jambazian, Temple City business owner, asked for more information
about the Senior Master Plan.
Parks and Recreation Director Burroughs shared that the city is expecting the
senior population to grow in the next 20-25 years. The Senior Master Plan
will include comprehensive studies to look at how to enhance the quality of
life for the senior population.
Hearing no further request to speak, Mayor Yu closed public comments.
Councilmember Man made comments regarding the budgeting process.
Mayor Yu made comments regarding the Proposed City Budget.
Councilmember Man made a motion to adopt Resolution No. 16-5180,
adopting the Proposed Fiscal Year 2016-17 City Budget and making the
finding that the City is in compliance with Government Code Section 66000.
Seconded by Mayor ProTem Sternquist and approved by the following votes:
AYES:
RECUSED:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Councilmember: Chavez, Fish, Man, Sternquist, Yu
Councilmember: None
Councilmember: None
Councilmember: None
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E. APPEAL OF PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION'S DECISION TO
REMOVE TWO (2) SIBERIAN ELM TREES LOCATED IN THE PUBLIC
RIGHT OF WAY AT 6034 MUSCATEL AVENUE
The City's draft General Plan includes a policy requiring that the City provide
adequate and well maintained sidewalks along all City roadways to allow
residents of all ages and abilities to walk in a safe and accessible manner. The
Siberian Elm trees would interfere with the proposed sidewalk improvements.
Parks and Recreation Director Burroughs gave a summary of the staff report.
Staff answered City Council questions regarding the trees that will be
removed, the tree that will be planted, and regarding sidewalk requirement for
new property developments.
Mayor Yu opened public hearing.
Mark Enkelaar, appellant, made comments regarding the removal of the trees
and that he has observed that not all new property development installs
sidewalks.
Bruce Wee, property owner for 6034 Muscatel Avenue, shared that one of the
trees is already lifting the existing driveway. He added that they are trying to
comply with the approved plan which requires him to install a sidewalk.
Parks and Recreation Burroughs stated that the reason for removing the trees
is not due to the condition of the trees or if they are causing damage to the
curb and street, but because installation of the sidewalk was a condition to
approving the plan for this property improvement.
Frank Ruedel, Temple City resident, spoke against removal of the trees.
Steve Stafford, Temple City resident, commented regarding City's need to
have a policy on sidewalks.
Tony Scaduto, Temple City resident, spoke in favor of the City Council
considering sidewalk installation on a case by case basis.
Dominque Kwan, San Gabriel resident, spoke in regards to the property
owner trying to comply with the City's requirement to install a sidewalk.
Hearing no further request to speak, Mayor Yu closed public hearing.
City Council made comments regarding the City's need to establish a
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sidewalk policy and the request to remove the trees.
Councilmember Chavez made a motion to uphold the Parks and Recreation
Commission's decision to remove the trees and plant a new tree as
recommended by staff. Seconded by Councilmember Fish and approved by
the following votes:
AYES:
RECUSED:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Councilmember: Chavez, Fish, Man, Sternquist, Yu
Councilmember: None
Councilmember: None
Councilmember: None
9. UNFINISHED BUSINESS-None
The City Council recessed at 9:47 p.m. and reconvened at 9:59 p.m. with all
members present.
10. NEW BUSINESS
A. DISCUSSION OF PUBLIC ARTS COMMISSION
The City Council is requested to discuss the Public Arts Commission.
City Manager Cook gave a brief history on the Public Arts Commission and
items that were recently discussed during their meetings.
City Council asked questions regarding staffing and current projects for the
Public Arts Commission.
Mayor Yu shared that when the Public Arts Commission was formed, there
were a Jot of art projects with the Rosemead Boulevard Improvement Project.
Without funding and a more definitive scope of work, he suggests establishing
Council Ad Hoc Committee to address specific art projects with art advisory
members.
Councilmember Chavez stated that the Public Arts Commission works
differently than the other Commissions. City Council relies on the Public Arts
Commission to bring items for City Council consideration whereas the other
Commissions meet about discretionary items set by City Council. Perhaps
City Council should consider reverting the Public Arts Commission back to an
advisory group.
Councilmember Fish stated that maybe there are not enough projects for the
Public Arts Commission to consider. She would prefer to see the group
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become an ad hoc or an advisory committee.
City Attorney Murphy answered Mayor Pro Tern Sternquist's question
regarding next steps if City Council should decide to dissolve the Public Arts
Commission. He stated that the City Council would direct staff to bring back
an ordinance to eliminate the commission, keep the public arts program and
provide a new structure for either an advisory committee or a citizen advisory
group that can be called upon by the City Council to help in different ways to
allow for more flexibility.
City Council directed staff to have a discussion with the existing Public Arts
Commissioners for their input regarding the current structure of the
Commission and bring this item back to City Council for consideration.
Councilmember Man stated that he would also like staff to address what
would happen to the already established ideas and adopted Public Arts
Annual Plan when this discussion is brought back to City Council.
Mayor Yu opened public comments. Hearing no request to speak, Mayor Yu
closed public comments.
11. COMMUNICATIONS-None
12. UPDATE FROM CITY MANAGER
Shared that the City has reached out to neighboring cities affected by the recent
fire. He also shared issues that were addressed during a San Gabriel Valley City
Manager's Association meeting he attended last week.
13. UPDATE FROM CITY ATTORNEY-None
14. COUNCIL REPORTS REGARDING AD HOC OR STANDING COMMITTEE
MEETINGS
A. SCHOOL DISTRICT/CITY STANDING COMMITTEE
(Councilmember Chavez and Councilmember Fish)-Formed 1/3/2012
No report.
B. STRATEGIC PLAN IMPLEMENTATION STANDING COMMITTEE
(Councilmember Chavez and Mayor Pro Tern Sternquist)-Formed 1/27/2014
No report.
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C. LAS TUNAS DOWNTOWN REVITALIZATION STANDING COMMITTEE
(Mayor Yu and Councilmember Chavez)-Formed 2/18/2014
No report.
D. FUTURE DEVELOPMENT OF CITY PROPERTIES STANDING COMMITTEE
(Mayor Yu and Councilmember Man)-Formed 2/18/2014
No report.
E. AUDIT STANDING COMMITTEE
(Mayor Yu and Councilmember Chavez)-Formed 7/15/2014
Councilmember Chavez reported on their June 17 meeting. The committee
met with the City's new auditors and reviewed the proposed schedule of their
field work.
F. WATER CONSERVATION AD HOC
(Councilmember Chavez and Councilmember Fish) -Formed 6/2/2015
No report.
G. FACILITIES, PUBLIC WORKS, AND INFRASTRUCTURE AD HOC
COMMITTEE (Mayor Yu and Councilmember Man)-Formed 2/4/2014
No report.
H. DECORATIVE STREET DESIGN ELEMENT AD HOC COMMITTEE
(Mayor Yu and Councilmember Man)-Formed 11/3/2015
No report.
I. NEW CHILDREN'S LIBRARY AD HOC COMMITTEE
(Mayor Pro Tern Sternquist and Councilmember Fish)-Formed 12/15/15
No report.
J. SPECIAL ELECTION AD HOC COMMITTEE
(Mayor Yu and Councilmember Chavez)-Formed 12/15/15
No report.
K. CITY COMMISSIONER RECRUITMENT AD HOC COMMITTEE
(Mayor Pro Tern Sternquist and Councilmember Man)-Form 4/19/2016
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No report.
L. CITY BUDGET AD HOC COMMITTEE
(Mayor Yu and Councilmember Man) -Form 4/19/2016
No report.
15. COUNCIL ITEMS SEPARATE FROM THE CITY MANAGER'S REGULAR
AGENDA
A. COUNCILMEMBER CHAVEZ
Invited everyone to attend the City's first Concert in the Park tomorrow night.
B. COUNCILMEMBER FISH
Also commented on City's Concert in the Park series and also announced that
Chamber of Commerce will hold their Health Partners mixer at 4 p.m.
C. COUNCILMEMBER MAN
Commented on the Mental Health Awareness talk hosted by the library this
past Saturday. He would like the City to help raise awareness.
D. MAYOR PROTEM STERNQUIST
Shared that the San Gabriel Valley Economic Partnership is offering cities their
own page on the San Gabriel Valley Economic Partnership website for
businesses looking for a location to open. Reported on the County Library
Commission meeting she attended.
E. MAYORYU
Made comments regarding the City Budget and thanked staff for facilitating
the process.
16. REIMBURSEMENT OF EXPENSES TO CITY OFFICIALS FOR CONDUCT OF
CITY BUSINESS AND FOR CITY PAYMENT OF CONFERENCE
EXPENDITURES -None
17. RECESS TO SUCCESSOR AGENCY TO THE TEMPLE CITY COMMUNITY
REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY MEETING
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At 10:39 p.m., the City Council recessed to the Successor Agency Meeting.
Minutes of the Successor Agency Meeting are set forth in full in the Successor
Agency's records.
RECONVENE AS CITY COUNCIL
The City Council meeting was reconvened at 10:40 p.m. with all Council members
present.
18. ADDITIONAL PUBLIC COMMENTS ON ITEMS NOT LISTED ON THE
AGENDA
Jerry Jambazian, Temple City business owner, asked City Council to consider
updating the City's entrances sign on the east side of town (i.e., Baldwin and
Las Tunas Drive). He also expressed excitement for the start of City's concert
in the park series.
19. ADJOURNMENT
Mayor Yu adjourned the meeting in memory of the victims in Orlando Florida at
10:44 p.m.
Vincent Yu, Mayor
ATTEST:
Peggy Kuo, City Clerk