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La Mirada Theatre for the Performing Arts Sets New Sales Record Peter Pan and Miss Saigon Soar to Box Office and Artistic Success

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Box office records in overall and individual categories were set this department with upwards of 90 percent of its total budget being recovered year at the La Mirada Theatre for the Performing Arts. through ticket sales and other revenues,” said City Manager Tom Robinson. Record total sales of $2,392,357 were reached by McCoy Rigby En- “La Mirada residents can be very proud of the Theatre’s box office success, tertainment’s Broadway Series this season. Single ticket sales came in at which is directly related to the excellent artistic quality of its productions.” $1,371,444 during the year – more than double the $531,741 in the prior year. The MRE Broadway Series also included performances of Noises An additional $25,515 in donations was received through the MRE series. Off, Life Could Be A Dream, The 39 Steps, and a special appearance by Peter Pan, starring famed actress and Olympic gymnast Cathy Rigby, Debby Boone. became the highest selling show in the 35 year history of the La Mirada La Mirada Theatre’s stage is also set for another outstanding season Theatre. Miss Saigon took second place on La Mirada’s all-time list of in 2012-13. The new lineup of shows by McCoy Rigby Entertainment best selling productions. Both shows were attended by more than 22,500 includes: Jekyll & Hyde, September 7 through 30; Winter Wonderettes, patrons during their 21 performances. December 7 through 30; Boeing Boeing, January 18 through February Artistic excellence was recognized by the theatre profession as well 10; Seven Brides for Seven Brothers, April 12 through May 5; and Next as audiences. Peter Pan and Miss Saigon received Ovation Recom- to Normal, May 31 through June 23. In addition, two performances of mended ratings by judges from LA Stage Alliance. Miss Saigon was An Evening with Shirley MacLaine will be held on May 18. named a Critic’s Choice by the Los Angeles Times. Subscriptions are available by calling (562) 944-9801 or (714) 994- “La Mirada Theatre has the highest cost recovery ratio of any City 6310 or by visiting www.lamiradatheatre.com.

Splash! Sets New Record For Season Pass Sales Splash! season pass sales have smashed through island playground surrounded by a lazy river. A zero- the 11,000 mark for the 2012 summer season, selling depth entrance into the splash zone is an easy way for nearly 2,500 more passes than the previous year’s to- younger children to enjoy a warm summer day. The tal of 8,838 passes sold. facility also features ample deck space and grass ar- A total of 11,277 passes were sold by July 31, eas to relax by the water. bringing in $574,211. Splash! La Mirada Regional Aquatics Center of- “La Mirada residents and visitors are enjoying fers a wide variety of family-oriented activities and the great benefits of being a season passholder,” says programs during the summer months including day Community Services Director Lori Thompson. “They camps, special Family Friday Nights at Buccaneer are discovering that Splash! is a family-friendly place Bay, and Swim-in Movies. Season Passholders can to cool down and have fun during the summer.” receive discounts and other special bonuses. The Buccaneer Bay water park offers fun for the For more information or to purchase a season pass, entire family. Three 25-foot waterslides rise from an call (562) 902-3191 or visit splashlamirada.com.

3 La Mirada Remains Financially Solvent; Several California Cities Consider Bankruptcy Recent news articles have highlighted stories about municipal bank- City’s reserves have been developed to help the City weather financial ruptcies, as several California cities have formally declared their inabil- storms and get through tough economic times like these. ity to pay their bills. No matter how well managed, no City is immune from external forc- Legal and economic experts hint that more bankruptcies may be on es. Unfortunately, the State’s actions to kill redevelopment and other the way. The reasons are complex and can vary considerably from city actions over time have hurt local government finances throughout Cali- to city. The great recession, military base closures, overly optimistic fornia. Some cities have reportedly been pushed closer to the financial revenue projections, uncontrolled costs, poor financial oversight, and the brink because of what the State has done. State’s ongoing takes of local funds are among the most frequently cited “La Mirada has taken some severe financial hits from the State, and reasons for municipal bankruptcy. experienced lower revenues from the recent economic recession,” says In contrast, La Mirada remains fiscally solvent. The City’s long his- City Manager Tom Robinson. “However, La Mirada is still very much tory of prudent fiscal decision making and conservative financial poli- solvent and, compared to most other cities, in relatively stable financial cies have built La Mirada’s firm fiscal foundation. La Mirada is able to condition.” pay its bills and meet its obligations because the City has proactively La Mirada’s officials have been working with groups such as The managed its costs. Staffing has been reduced by over 27 percent and nu- League of California Cities to obtain greater level of control of local merous cost control measures have been implemented. In addition, the finances.

La Mirada Receives Award for Excellence in Government Financial Reporting

The City of La Mirada has received an award mental accounting and financial reporting. for excellence in finacnial reporting from the This marks 23 consecutive years that the City Government Finance Officers Association of of La Mirada has achieved this prestigious award. the United States and Canada (GFOA). In order to be awarded a Certificate of Achieve- The Certificate of Achievement was for its ment, a government must publish an easily read- Comprehensive Annual Financial Report for able and efficiently organized comprehensive the Fiscal Year ended June 30, 2012. annual financial report. This report must satisfy The Certificate of Achievement is the high- both generally accepted accounting principles and est form of recognition in the area of govern- applicable legal requirements.

Valley View Avenue Grade Separation Underway

Construction is underway for a street and rail improvement project to replace an existing at-grade crossing with an underpass on Valley View Avenue and the BNSF mainline corridor near Stage Road. The cost of the $65 million project is being cov- ered by state and federal funds. The grade separation project is a joint effort of the cities of La Mirada, Santa Fe Springs, Caltrans Division of Rail, and BNSF Railway. The Valley View grade separation is also part of a $163 million, 15-mile track expansion, known as the Triple Track Project, which lays an additional third track next to two existing lines. Valley View Avenue is a major regional route carrying 40,000 vehicles daily. Traf- fic flow is anticipated to be greatly enhanced as a result of the grade separation. Completion of the project will enhance the local transportation system and air quality, and result in safer and more efficient flow of regional rail traffic. The grade separation will also result in fewer train horns at the crossing. “We are looking forward to the economic benefits, safety improvements and traffic relief the Valley View Avenue grade separation project will bring to La Mirada and the surrounding communities,” said Public Works Director Steve Forster. Construction is estimated for completion by 2015. For more information visit www. vvgs.org. 4 Capital Projects Improve La Mirada Infrastructure

Several major street repair projects were The second phase of the Foster Park recently completed in La Mirada as part of Improvements project was also re- the City’s aggressive capital improvements cently completed, totaling $5,072,862. schedule. This project included major improve- More than $1,238,033 in street repair ments to the storm drain system to work has been completed on Adelfa Drive address street surface flooding. Ad- from Foster Road to Santa Gertrudes Ave- ditional improvements include street nue, and Foster Road from La Mirada Bou- reconstruction, new curbs, gutters, levard to Santa Gertrudes Avenue. The im- and sidewalks, and curb access ramps. provements include street resurfacing and This project was completed using rede- reconstruction, replacing damaged curb, velopment bond proceeds. gutter, and sidewalk, and installing new La Mirada’s City Budget continues curb access ramps. One-time Proposition C an aggressive capital improvement pro- funds were used to complete this work. gram totaling more than $20-million in Sidewalk repairs will begin in the Fall. Similar street improvements were made infrastructure repairs, an amount which on Escalona Road from Rosecrans Avenue is significantly higher than prior years. to Tricia Lane at a cost of $431,318. This The City is using its remaining capital project was completed with the remain- project reserve funds to complete work ing portion of La Mirada’s Proposition 1B while construction prices remain favor- funds, which were approved by California able. A significant amount of work re- voters in 2006. Proposition C and Proposi- mains to be done. tion 1B funds will no longer be available to A recent engineering review of complete future infrastructure work. La Mirada’s infrastructure has iden- tified more than $67 million in infrastructure needs. A number of neighborhood street improvement projects are scheduled Over $4.5 million in neighborhood street repairs are budgeted this year. for this year. Funding for $4,495,966 in street repair work is budgeted for repairs, and storm drain improvements to neighborhood streets rated as being in the greatest streets located throughout La Mirada. need, according to the engineer’s re- Major sidewalk improvements are also planned for port. The work will include street re- Santa Gertrudes Avenue from Lemon Drive to Rosecrans surfacing, curb, gutter, and sidewalk Avenue. Work includes removal of sidewalk, replace- Street construction on Foster Road/Adelfa Drive. ment of damaged curb and gutter, new curb access ramps, street tree removal, and the sidewalk installation. New landscaping will include shrub plantings, street trees, and automatic irrigation. Work on this project is scheduled to begin in the fall. An additional $2,727,415 is budgeted for the final phase of the Foster Park Neighborhood Improvements project. The status of the final phase of the project, including all streets in the neighborhood south of Milan Creek, remains uncertain. This project was planned to be funded with redevelopment bond proceeds, which were then frozen by the State’s actions. Recent State actions, however, now appear to allow the use of these funds. “These infrastructure repairs will significantly improve our community,” says City Manager Tom Robin- son. “We will continue to plan for additional infrastructure improvements in the future.” New sidewalk on Escalona Road. Foster Park Phase II

5 Veterans’ Observance

A special Veterans’ Observance will be held Monday, Novem- ber 5 from 6 to 8 p.m. at the La Mirada Theatre for the Performing Arts. The program will honor the heroic men and women in the armed forces who have served the United States of America throughout our nation’s history. A patriotic presentation will pay tribute to the veterans and representatives of the Veterans of Foreign Wars will post our nation’s colors. Veterans will share their stories and display memorabilia with the community. The Community Services Department is seeking local Veterans who would like to display their military memorabilia and or submit photos that will be used to create a video presentation for the event. Spaces for displays are limited. Photos must be accompanied by a waiver and received by October 15th. Photos may be mailed or brought to the La Mirada Resource Center located at 13710 La Mira- da Boulevard. For more information contact the Community Services Department at 562-943-7277.

Techniques to Reduce Jekyll & Hyde, Coyote Activity The Musical Several coyote sightings have recently been reported in La Mirada. Coyotes are native to the La Mirada area and are well- adapted to living in developed communities. Recent coyote activity at La Mirada Theatre can be attributed to abundant food and water sources and increased Special Pre-Broadway Preview development in neighboring cities. Coyotes are wild animals and should not be approached. The following steps can assist in mini- American Idol star and Tony Award nominee Constantine Maroulis mizing coyote activity. joins with Grammy Award nominee and R&B superstar Deborah Cox to inject new life into the classic tale of good and evil, Jekyll & Hyde • Keep small pets inside and promptly remove food dishes when from September 7 to 30. pets complete their meals outside. Water bowls should be emp- After a four-year run on Broadway and multiple worldwide tours, tied and not left out after dark. Store bags of food inside or in this dark and dangerous love story from Tony and Grammy Award secure containers. nominee Frank Wildhorn and Oscar and Grammy winner Leslie • Clear brush and dense weeds from your property. This deprives Bricusse returns in a stunning new production that includes all the rodents of shelter and reduces protective cover for coyotes. classic songs (“This is the Moment,” “A New Life,” “Someone Like • Ensure all trash is contained within trash cans and trash can lids You”) that first grabbed audiences by the throat and helped transform are closed tightly. Jekyll & Hyde into a theatrical phenomenon. For tickets call (562) 944-9801 or visit LaMiradaTheatre.com

“Golden Island Gala” Bulky Item and Benefits La Mirada E-Waste Disposal Symphony Residents are reminded that EDCO Disposal provides free curbside bulky item pickup. EDCO will collect large items such as fur- The La Mirada Symphony will host their Golden Island Gala on niture and home appliances on your regular trash day with 24-hour October 13 at 5:30 p.m. at the Dale Tiffany Outlet Center located at advance notice. Please note that Hazardous Waste, tires, and con- 14765 Firestone Boulevard. The event will include food and live en- struction debris is not accepted. In addition EDCO also collects E- tertainment followed by a silent auction. All proceeds will support the waste (electronics, computers, Etc.), U-waste (items with mercury, upcoming 50th season of free concerts for the community. florescent light tubes, batteries) and Sharps containers curbside at no For more information call (714) 930-6209 or email additional charge. To schedule a pick-up of any of the above items, [email protected]. call EDCO at (562) 597-0608. 6 Enjoy Buccaneer Bay Fun through September

Buccaneer Bay at Splash! is open from 10:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. daily through September 3, and weekends through September 30. Gear up at the swim store and enjoy a meal at Captain Jack’s Grille. Birthday and group event packages are also available for special celebrations. For more information call (562) 902-3191.

Senior Health Fair and Fall Festival at the Activity Center

The City of La Mirada will host a senior health fair on Wednesday, September 19 from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. Various organizations will be providing information on topics such as healthy living, health screen- ings, and more. This event is free to the public. A Fall Festival for seniors will be held Thursday, October 11 from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at the La Mirada Activity Center. Light re- freshments, games, prizes and entertainment will be provided. For more information, call (562) 902-3160 or visit www. Get Fit and Give Back cityoflamirada.org. at the Breezewood 5K Run/Walk Tiny Tots & Lunch The Breezewood Village Senior Community will sponsor a 5K Box Tots Run/Walk on Saturday, September 29 at La Mirada Regional Park. All proceeds will benefit the La Mirada Community Foundation and The Tiny Tots program engages children through activities, ac- other non-profit groups involved in the event. Registration cost is tive play, and socialization. Participants are introduced to a variety $20, and each runner will receive a T-shirt. Space is limited so sign of Kindergarten readiness activities that encourage independence and up today! academic exploration. Tiny Tot teachers help to prepare children for To register call Breezewood at (562) 943-9555 or register online at Kindergarten. Space is limited, so sign up today! www.breezewoodvillage.com. For information, call Community Services at (562) 943-7277. 7 Public Safety is Everyone’s Business

NEIGHBORHOOD WATCH Disaster Group Plans Emergency Drill

La Mirada’s Disaster Preparedness Steering Committee (DPSC) is Join La Mirada planning the community’s upcoming annual drill on Oct. 18. The DPSC is an emergency preparedness network with representa- E-Watch tives from the City of La Mirada, the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s and Fire Departments, American Red Cross, the Norwalk-La Mira- Residents interested in keeping their neighborhood safe da Unified School District, the medical community, clergy, residen- are encouraged to join La Mirada E-Watch, which delivers tial groups, and representatives from both small and major La Mirada weekly crime and safety information to interested residents businesses. via e-mail. The primary objective of the committee is to encourage emergency “Informed residents help keep La Mirada safe,” says preparedness and to assist in the coordination of La Mirada’s annual Crime Scene Technician Jennifer Anderson. “When resi- disaster drills. dents are informed about the types of crime affecting their The DPSC has successfully coordinated large-scale drills and been neighborhood, they know what to watch for and call the Pub- recognized for its efforts by the Emergency Preparedness Commission lic Safety Team when they notice something supicious.” of Los Angeles County and the Southern California Emergency Ser- Members of E-Watch receive weekly crime summaries and vices Association (SCESA). maps, crime prevention tips, and immediate BOLOs (Be on In the coming months, the DPSC will be finalizing plans for the Lookout) information. La Mirada’s upcoming disaster drill. Members of the E-Watch program are asked to be the “eyes “Preparing for an emergency is the responsibility of every resident, and ears” of the community, share crime trend and prevention business, and organization,” says Emergency Preparedness Program information with family, friends and neighbors, and to report Coordinator Andrew Vialpando. “Effectively preparing for emergen- suspicious activity. cies will help safeguard your family, home, or business. Together, we Join La Mirada E-Watch at the Public Safety section on the can work to ensure that our community is well prepared to respond to City’s website, cityoflamirada.org, by entering your e-mail ad- any emergency our area may experience.” dress. For information on how you, your family, and business can prepare For more information, contact the La Mirada Community for emergencies, contact La Mirada Public Safety at (562) 902-2960 Sheriff’s Station at (562) 902-2960. or visit cityoflamirada.org.

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8 Back to School Safety

As summer ends and students return for the school year, there are several things to keep in mind. Whether you are a driver or a pedes- trian, always use caution and be aware of your surroundings. The following tips can help keep you and others safe on the road:

Children • If taking a bus to school, try to arrive at least five minutes early. • When the bus approaches, stand six feet away from the curb. Al- ways line up away from the street. • If crossing the street in front of a bus, walk on the sidewalk or along the side of the road and walk ten feet in front of the bus. Be sure to make eye contact with the bus driver and wait for cars to stop before you cross. Are You Ready for an Parents • Find the quickest and safest route and map an alternative route. Earthquake? When doing so, consider how many streets need to be crossed and how many busy streets your child will have to encounter. Earthquakes are an unavoidable part of life in Southern • Teach children to look both ways before crossing the street. Tell California. The following are tips to keep your family safe: them it is not safe to assume that vehicles will stop so it’s best to make eye contact with drivers after the vehicle comes to a com- CREATE A DISASTER PLAN plete stop before crossing the street. Creating a plan is the simplest and most effective way of • Don’t allow children to wear headphones or play with electronic preparing for an earthquake. Start with these basic steps: devices while walking to school. Teach them to always be cogni- • Designate a safe place in every room under a sturdy table zant of their surroundings. or desk or against an inside wall where nothing can fall on you Drivers • Practice Drop, Cover, and Hold On • When backing out of a driveway, watch out for children walking • Know the location of utility shutoffs including the gas, or riding their bicycles or scooters to school. water, and electricity – and know how and when to shut • When driving in a school zone, drive the speed limit and watch out them off for children and adults darting out between cars. • Have emergency phone numbers readily accessible. Keep • Stop when red lights are flashing on a school bus. You must also out-of-state contacts informed of your efforts stop when the stop sign is raised on the side of a school bus. • Keep copies of essential documents such as identification, insurance policies, and financial records in a secure container

PREPARE A DISASTER SUPPLIES KIT Preparing yourself and your family with the right tools can save lives. Keep a kit in the home, office, and car capable of lasting seven days. Personal disaster supplies kits may include: Red Ribbon Rallies • First aid kit and essential generic and prescription medi- cations Red Ribbon Rallies will be held at La Mirada’s middle schools dur- • Bottled water and snack foods ing Red Ribbon Week, October 22 through October 26. • Battery-powered radio, flashlight, whistle and extra batteries “These rallies promote awareness of the effects of drug use and com- • Emergency phone lists bat use among students,” says Safety Education Officer Mary Cipres. • Toiletries Special speakers will include Safety Education Officer Mary Cipres, • Copies of personal identification Deputy Probation Officer Darryl Harris and Deputy District Attorney Cristine Albanese. Students and adults will be encouraged to make a IDENTIFY HAZARDS IN YOUR HOME personal commitment to live drug free lives. Secure large appliances and furniture to walls and brace wa- For more information on Red Ribbon Week, contact the La Mirada ter heaters and refrigerators using widely available bracing kits. Community Sheriff Station at (562) 902-2960. Gas appliances should have flexible correctors to reduce the risk of fires. Hanging and other breakable objects should be secured with clear ‘earthquake’ gel or appliance putty.

9 • Proclaimed May 13, 2012 through May 19, 2012 as National Women’s Health Week. • Received and filed the Statement of Investment Policy of the City of La Mirada for Fiscal • Proclaimed May 2012 as National Water Safety month. Year 2012-2013. • Proclaimed May 2012 as Older Americans month. • Approved an agreement with La Mirada Catering Company for the concession services at the La Mirada Theatre for the Performing Arts. • Recognized Mary Pearson on her 90th Birthday. • Approved the non-exclusive licenses with Phantom Projects and McCoy Rigby Entertain- • Awarded La Mirada Community Foundation Scholarships to Krystal Tapper, Jonathan ment for Fiscal Year 2012-2013. Reveles, Ramon Gerardo Visaiz, Garret Yniguez, and Courtney Morrison. • Approved the amended agreement with EDCO Disposal Corporation for residential street • Recognized Jordan Asti, Ryan Cooper, and Dakota Sun for participating in La Mirada High sweeping services and commercial streets. School’s SkillUSA Chapter Welding Fabrication team. • Awarded a professional services agreement with RBF Consulting, Inc. to update the cur- • Recognized Jose Alfaro, Angel Amezquita, Chad Clark, Jason Soto, Josh Machtolff, Memo rent Housing Element for 2014 through 2021 Montreal, Luis Montalvo, Josh Sanchez and Boone Woods for participating in La Mirada High School’s Mr. La Mirada Contest. • Awarded an agreement with DJM Concrete for concrete removal and replacement services. • Recognized American Association of Retired Persons (AARP) Foundation. • Approved the amendments to the Master Recreational Use Agreement and Individual Site Recreational Use Agreement for Los Coyotes Middle School. • Recognized Eastwood Elementary School for receiving the 2012 California Distinguished School award. • Reviewed and discussed the playground safety audit and options for replacement and improvement. • Presented Blue Star Banner to U.S. Navy Senior Chief Petty Officer Verlin T. McManigal II for his service to the United States of America. • Reviewed and discussed the Foster Park Neighborhood Clean-up and Celebration. • Proclaimed July 2012 as Parks and Recreation month. • Approved the agreement with the La Mirada Theatre for the Performing Arts Foundation for Fiscal Year 2012-2013. • Recognized John Warren with the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department Volunteers on Patrol program. • Awarded the agreement with the City of Monterey Park for the lease of two La Mirada Transit buses. • Reappointed Judie Peters to the Historical Preservation Advisory Council. • Reviewed and discussed Biola University Master Plan Draft Environmental Impact Report. • Reviewed and discussed the infrastructure needs assessment report. • Approved Phantom Projects funding request for Fiscal Year 2012-2013 in the amount • Reviewed and discussed “Statement of Findings and Recommendations of the Citizen of $38,300. Task Force on City Finances and Operations.” • Approved an Entertainment Permit Application for Sportsman’s Lounge located at 13902 • Adopted an Ordinance No. 654 establishing a transactions and use tax to be administered Imperial Highway. by the State Board of Equalization and amending Title 3 of the La Mirada Municipal Code. • Approved an agreement with The Dease Group Consultants to update the City’s Local • Adopted a resolution calling for the holding of a Special Municipal Election to be held on Hazard Mitigation Plan. Tuesday, November 6, 2012 for the submission to the voters a question relating to the establishment of a transactions and use tax. • Approved the Housing Assets List to submit the document to the State Department of Finance. • Adopted a resolution requesting the Board of Supervisors of the County of Los Angeles • Adopted a resolution authorizing a budget amendment for an equipment replacement to consolidate a Special Municipal Election to be held on November 6, 2012 with the fund transfer to capital improvements. Statewide General Election. • Adopted a resolution authorizing the purchase of two fleet vehicles and the surplus of • Adopted a resolution setting priorities for filing a written argument regarding a City measure. five fleet vehicles. • Adopted a resolution providing for the filing of rebuttal arguments for City measures • Adopted a resolution establishing commercial and residential refuse rates. submitted at municipal elections. • Adopted a resolution establishing an appropriations limit for Fiscal Year 2012-2013 pur- • Approved the agreement with the County of Los Angeles for the Strategies Against Gang suant to Article XIIIB of the California Constitution. Environment (SAGE) program. • Adopted a resolution regarding employment benefits and salary rates for all classes of • Approved the agreement with the County of Los Angeles for a Juvenile Probation Officer employment, and superseding Resolution No. 11-21. for Fiscal Year 2012-2013. • Adopted a resolution authorizing certain employees to deposit or withdraw funds or • Authorized final payment and release retention to Doug Marin Contracting Company, Inc. make changes to the City account. for the neighborhood street slurry seal project. • Adopted a resolution amending the City of La Mirada Conflict of Interest Code for des- • Approved the revised contract amount and partial payment to R.J. Noble Company for ignated personnel. the Adelfa Drive street rehabilitation. SUCCESSOR AGENCY • Approved the revised contract amount and partial payment to All American Asphalt for Escalona Road street rehabilitation. • Awarded the contract to Encorre Services, Inc. for the Alondra Center North Soil Remediation. • Received and filed the Independent Accountants’ Report on Agreed-Upon Procedures • Adopted a resolution approving recognized obligation payment schedules for the six- Applied to Appropriations Limit Worksheets. month fiscal periods commencing January 1, 2012 and ending June 30, 2012 and commencing July 1, 2012 and ending December 31, 2012. • Approved Meals on Wheels social services funding request for Fiscal Year 2011-2012 in the amount of $8,000. • Authorized partial payment for the Foster Park Improvements Phase 2 project. • Approved the touring production agreement with The Jekyll and Hyde 2012 LLC and ATS. • Received and filed the Statement of Investment Policy of the City of La Mirada, Successor Agency to LMRA for Fiscal Year 2012-2013. • Authorized temporary construction easements and permanent easements for the Valley View Grade Separation project. • Received and filed the Successor Agency Investment Report for May 31, 2012. • Adopted the Fiscal Year 2012-2013 City Budget. • Approved an amendment to the agreement with State Department of Toxic Substances Control for the Alondra Center North Soil Remediation project. • Approved a professional services agreement with Lead Tech Environmental for lead- based paint and asbestos inspection services. • Adopted a resolution designating certain employees to deposit or withdraw funds or make changes to the Local Agency Investment Fund account.

La Mirada City Council meets the second and fourth Tuesday of the month at 6:30 p.m. in the City Council Chambers, 13700 La Mirada Blvd. City Council holds 10 a Study Session meeting on the second Tuesday of every month at 5:00 p.m. in the Conference Room at City Hall.