City Manager’s BIWEEKLY BRIEFING June 6, 2016 ADMINISTRATION
Safe and Sane Fireworks—The Fourth Upcoming Events of July is slowly approaching a time to be with family in celebration. If you are 21st Annual Kids going to use fireworks, safe and sane Come First Golf fireworks may only be discharged on Tournament— July 4th from noon to midnight and only June10th 7:00 a.m. in designated areas. San Dimas Canyon Golf Course. Fireworks are NOT allowed in the following areas: Viva Lucha Libre Film North of Sierra Madre Avenue and Adult Summer In City Parks Reading Kick Off In parking lots, alleys and schools Party— June 25th 12:00 p.m. You must be at least 18 years of age to purchase fireworks. There is a zero tolerance for Library Auditorium illegal displays and fines up to $1,000 for each infraction. The Police Department will be enforcing all applicable laws and will issue fines starting at $250 and up to $1,000. 626 Golden Streets— June 26th Click here Click here to view a video for further information to learn how to stay safe this Fourth of for more information. July. The Biweekly Briefing The City’s Fireworks Discharge Zones Map is available here. is a publication from the City Manager’s Office. For questions or INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY comments, please contact:
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PUBLIC WORKS
Downtown Parking Structure Art Components—In December 2015, the City entered into an agreement with Jose Antonio Aguirre, the Downtown Azusa Gold Line Station artist, to provide exterior art enhancements to the Downtown Parking Structure. This agreement included the fabrication of the Azusa "A" iconic monument structure to be installed adjacent to Azusa Avenue. In addition, the artist entered into a separate agreement with Foothill Transit to develop a mosaic mural on the south wall of the parking structure.
The iconic monument structure, which is made of granite, was scheduled to be completed by the end of April 2016. However, the size and weight of the granite has created some challenges for the artist. Jose Antonio Aguirre is currently working diligently to find a creative solution that will yield the quality product expected by the City and is expected to complete the product by the end of September 2016.
The mosaic mural that will aesthetically enhance the south wall is expected to be completed by the end of December 2016.
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Public Works (Continued)
Azusa Downtown Gold Line Station Parking Impacts—The Azusa Downtown Gold Line Station is served by a newly constructed parking structure just north of the station, offering parking to Metro Gold Line, Foothill Transit, and general City use. Though, the opening of the Gold Line has created a significant parking impact to several streets near the Azusa Downtown Station. In response to concerns expressed by residents and businesses, the City Council voted on May 2, 2016 to implement parking restrictions on City streets and public parking lots near the Azusa Downtown Station. Parking restrictions will be established in two separate zones, as illustrated in the exhibit, consisting of 3-hour restrictions between the hours of 6:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m., Monday through Friday, except by permit. Residents living in the restricted areas will be offered no-fee annual permits allowing them to exceed the time limitations on residential streets.
To alleviate some of the parking impacts, Staff is working with Metro to find short-term and long-term solutions including the possibility of temporarily making the City-owned parking spaces in the parking structure available for Gold Line riders.
Another option available to Azusa residents is the City's shuttle service to and from the Azusa Downtown Gold Line Station. For more information about these services, please contact Staff at (626) 812-5206.
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Public Works (Continued)
Azusa Avenue Rail Crossing Signal Timing—Metro Officials recently analyzed the current signal timing at the Azusa Avenue rail crossing and found the timing to be in accordance with their regulations. Staff will monitor current traffic conditions and perform its own analysis if warranted. Any recommendations from this analysis will be discussed with Metro for implementation.
Traffic Management System—The City was recently awarded a $3.5 million grant from the Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transportation Authority for a traffic management system. This project will modernize antiquated and/or deteriorated signalized intersections to improve regional traffic flow along major corridors in the City including Foothill Boulevard, Alosta Avenue, Azusa Avenue, Irwindale Avenue, San Gabriel Avenue, Citrus Avenue, First Street, and Baseline Road. These improvements will promote coordinated traffic operations with neighboring cities and multi-jurisdictional cooperation with the ultimate goal of improving mobility and alleviating congestion by remotely controlling the synchronization and timing of the intersections to maximize traffic flow.
Downtown Infrastructure Painting—In an effort to enhance the downtown aesthetics, a City contractor is currently repainting all the existing street lights, traffic signal poles, and utility boxes along the downtown corridor.
RECREATION AND FAMILY SERVICES
Recreation and Park Division
2016 Azusa Golden Days Theme— The 2016 Golden Days theme chosen by students from Murray Elementary School is "Golden Days and Beyond!"
Azusa Golden Days Honored Citizen Nomination—Do you know someone who is at least 60 years of age and has been a resident for at least 25 years and deserves to be an honored citizen? If so, nominate them for Azusa Golden Days Honored Citizen. Two residents will be chosen. The nominees should be physically able, willing and available to attend Golden Days functions. Present residency is not a requirement. Entry forms are available at the City Clerk’s Office or Memorial Park North Recreation Center. Completed forms must be returned to City Hall or mailed to Golden Days Committee by August 4, 2016 to: Honored Citizen c/o Azusa Golden Day 320 N. Orange Place, Azusa, CA 91702.
Azusa Wins Playful City USA Recognition for 4th Consecutive Year—The City has received the distinction of a 2016 Playful City USA. The National Award is in response to the City's efforts to focus on play and the ability to create kid friendly, family friendly communities. Congratulations!
Return of the Rubber Ducky Regatta—The Rubber Ducky Regatta will make its return on August 27, 2016. Join us for a morning of fun! Event includes breakfast, lunch, music, raffles and free swim. $10 duckies are available for purchase at Memorial Park North Recreation Center. For more information please call (626)812-5280.
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Recreation and Park Division (Continued)
The 58th Annual Jr. Olympic Track Meet was held April 23 rd at Azusa Pacific University
The City is awarded Free Summer Concert by the Arts Commission and L.A. County Supervisor Hilda Solis—The Recreation and Family Services Department has received a grant from the Los Angeles County Arts Commission for a free Summer Concert Thursday August th at Memorial Park. The concert featuring the popular Latin Band Opa Opa will effectively extend the Azusa Light & Water sponsored Summer Concert Series one additional week to a record seven consecutive Thursday25 evenings in 2016!
OPA OPA is a Los Angeles based band featuring rich percussive rhythms, unique vocals and robust brassy horns. They specialize in Latin music of all styles including salsa, cumbia, corridos, norten o, cha cha and bolero. The band also has a nice R&B, funk, jazz, and american standards repertoire. OPA OPA performs at major events and concert venues in the Los Angeles area and beyond.
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ECONOMIC AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
The City has partnered with SCORE—The City has partnered with SCORE a nonprofit association dedicated to helping small businesses achieve their goals through workshops and individual mentorship at NO COST. Please join us for the next SCORE workshop, “CrowdFunding: How to Run an Effective Campaign to Raise Money & Get New Customers” on June 9th at 6:00 p.m. The workshop will take place at the Senior Center 740 N. Dalton Avenue. To register click here. For more information contact Carina Campos at [email protected] or (626)812-5102.
ICSC RECon 2016— The City had the privileged of attending the world’s largest retail real estate exhibition and conference with the San Gabriel Valley Economic Partnership. The City exhibited marketing collateral highlighting the up and coming development projects as well as the benefits of doing business in Azusa. Staff met with potential retailers and shared the Azusa story and was available to answer questions. At this time, Staff and Developers are collaborating in making Azusa their next stop.
City of Azusa APA Merit Winner—The American Planning Association Los Angeles awarded the City the Award of Merit for Economic Planning and Development for it’s Transit Oriented Development (TOD) Specific Plan. The City will be honored on June 16th and will compete at a state and national level. Congratulations and best of luck!
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Economic and Community Development (Continued)
Permits and Plan Check—April 2016
Permit Type # Permits Plan Check Type # Permits
Commercial alteration 2 Commercial Alteration 2 Commercial alteration combo 2 SF Addition 1 Commercial other 1 SF Addition Combo 5 Demolition 6 SF Remodel 1 Electrical 15 Photovoltaic System 2 HVAC 3 T.I. 1 Mechanical 9 Total 12 MF Remodel 1 Occupancy Inspection 5 Photovoltaic Systems 2 Plumbing 9 Azusa Reroof 8 Your Next Stop Residential Other 2 Looking to relocate or SF Addition Combo 10 expand your business?
SF New Combo 19 Interested in saving at SF Remodel Combo 5 least 20% on your monthly Sign 4 electric bill? Special Inspection Commercial 3 Special Inspection Residential 5 If so, why not consider City Trash Enclosure 1 of Azusa as your next stop to locate your business. Total 102
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LIGHT AND WATER
Water Conservation Still in Full Swing—Azusa Light & Water customers are doing great saving precious water and have achieved a 32% reduction in water usage in early part of May. The concerted water conservation efforts of all customers through the Phase 3 Drought Program have increased AL&W's cumulative water reduction to 24% since June 2015. As summer approaches, and with the return of two day a week watering schedule from April-October, all customers are encouraged to follow the mandatory water conservation measures. Despite some recent sporadic rainfall, water supply in the region remains limited.
Under Cover—Reduce evaporation by 90% and the amount of required make-up water by 30-50% in swimming pools by using pool covers! AL&W Pool/Spa Cover Rebate Program provides the following incentives to its valued customers who purchase or replace their pool covers:
$50 or 50% of the purchase price of a manual placement pool/spa cover $200 or 50% of the purchase price of a permanent, mechanical pool cover
Why use a pool cover?
Reduce the pool's chemical consumption by 35%–60% Keep dirt and other debris out of the pool Reduce algae growth Decrease heat loss and reduce heating costs Conserve water and energy!
Pool/Spa cover must conform to the size and shape of the pool/spa and cover at least 85% of the water surface to act as an effective barrier to evaporation.
For more information on the Pool/Spa Cover Rebate Program along with other water and electric conservation programs, visit www.azusalw.com or call 626-812-5225.
More Solar Power for Azusa—Azusa Light & Water continues to take actions to meet the State's renewable energy targets. As such, the utility contracted for 2 megawatts (or 6000 megawatt-hours per year) in the Astoria 2 Solar Project located in Kern County. AL&W's rights in the project extend for 20 years via an agreement with the Southern California Public Power Authority partnership in which AL&W is a member. The price for this solar energy will be very competitive with conventional resources. Other participants include the municipal utilities in Banning, Colton, Vernon, Moreno Valley, Corona, Rancho Cucamonga and Lodi. Contracted energy deliveries are expected to begin in 2017.
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LIGHT AND WATER
Rock the Can and Help Local Programs—Give cans, bottles and paper a rock star status by recycling them! There's a lot of ways these materials can be turned back into: aluminum baseball bats, plastic playground equipment, backpacks, T-shirts, toys–the possibilities are almost endless! By recycling, you can also help 14 local schools and the Azusa Senior Center raise funds for their programs. Just gather up the following and drop them off in specially marked recycling bins at participating locations: Mixed paper (magazines, telephone books, junk mail, etc) Newspaper Aluminum Cans Plastic Bottles
Athens Services pays for the recyclable materials collected from participants. This program is funded by a grant from the California Department of Resources Recycling and Recovery (CalRecycle).
Making Water Conservation a Way of Life—Good news: Water supply conditions have improved in California. Not so good news: It's mostly in the North; Southern California didn't see much change. The Main San Gabriel Basin underground water table is near the all-time low and will require multi-year recharge to return to normal levels. The three reservoirs above Azusa along the San Gabriel River have a combined level of 15,000 acre-feet (only 19% of total capacity!) and only a portion of this amount is usable.
AL&W and its customers have been proactive in water conservation since the beginning of the drought. Compared to the 2013 "base year," local water customers have reduced usage 27.61% to date for the month of May and 24% cumulatively since June 2015. Great work all!
On May 9th, Governor Brown issued an Executive Order titled "Making Water Conservation a California Way of Life" that recognizes that drought woes continue in California and making a variety of water restrictions permanent. The Governor's order recognizes that water supply and drought conditions are likely a way of life in the State.
Please continue to save water. Remember that two days per week outdoor watering restrictions are still in effect.
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LIGHT AND WATER
Residential Rebate Programs—Take advantage of rebates offered by AL&W by purchasing Energy Star® rated products. Conserve energy with these energy-efficient products and put money back in your pocket. Shop, Save and be a Star!
Central Air Conditioning (Seer 14-18+) - $70 to $130/ton
Ceiling Fans (Limit 4) - $15 each
Clothes Washer - $75
Dishwasher - $50
Pool Pump (No spa pumps) - $50
Electric Storage Water Heaters - $30 Energy Factor (EF) 0.93 or greater
Heat Pump Type Water Heaters (30 gallon or greater) - $300 Energy Factor (EF) 2.0 or greater
Skylights/Light Tubes (Limit 1 per room) - $175 each
LED Lighting Fixtures ($100 annual limit) - 50%
CFL Torchiere Lighting Fixtures ($100 annual limit) - $25 each
Occupancy Sensors Photocells ($100 annual limit) ..... $10 each
Home Weatherization - Rebate Varies (New measures include: Window Film, Radiant Barrier Insulation and A/C Tune-Ups)
Refrigerator/Freezer - $75
LED TV/Computer Monitor (up to 42" diagonal) - 25% up to $750
Web Based Programmable Thermostat - $50 each
Go to www.azusalw.com for more information and download application form.
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LIGHT AND WATER
Recycle Used Motor Oil and Filters—Used motor oil contains hazardous elements and cannot be placed in the regular trash. Both used motor oil and used filters should be delivered to a certified collection center for recycling. There are four collection centers in the City that accept used oil and filters at no cost. Residents may pick up a FREE oil recycling drain pan at these locations, while supplies last. Deliver materials during business hours only, there is a five gallon max per visit.
Certified collection centers offer a recycling incentive of $0.40 per gallon. Payment is made upon request by the customer for every qualifying gallon of used oil delivered for recycling.
Dick’s Auto Supply** – 101 S. Azusa Avenue, (626) 334-2008 Jiffy Lube* – 808 E. Alosta Avenue, (626)334-4581 O’Reilly Auto Parts** – 345 N. Citrus Avenue, (626) 969-7941 Y Tire Sales* – 350 N. Citrus Avenue, (626) 969-1771
*Accepts oil and filters **Accepts, oil, filters and car batteries
This program is funded by a grant from the California Department of Resources Recycling & Recovery (CalRecycle). For more information, call (626) 812-5198.
Don’t Let Mylar Balloons Ruin the Party!—With Memorial Day, Father's Day, graduations, and July 4th celebrations fast approaching and party-planning in full swing, AL&W reminds its customers not to ruin their party with a power outage.
If celebrating with mylar balloons, remember to keep them tethered at all times and dispose of them properly. Proper handling and disposal keep them from drifting into power lines and causing a power outage.
When a mylar balloon touches a power line or floats into substation equipment, their metallic properties cause a surge of electricity. This can cause high voltage electrical equipment to short circuit and lead to power outages, fires and possible injuries.
Each year, hundreds of thousands of consumers experience power outages caused by mylar balloons contacting electrical equipment. To reduce these outages and help keep customers’ lights on, keep the following tips in mind: Keep balloons tethered at all times and attached to a weight. When disposing of Mylar balloons, make sure to puncture them to ensure lingering helium doesn’t cause them to float and blow around if the garbage container is overturned. If a balloon or another toy becomes entangled in an overhead power line, don’t attempt to retrieve it. Call your utility for assistance.
Always assume power lines are live, and keep yourself, your equipment and all other items at least 10 feet away from power lines.
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COUNCIL MEETING SUMMARY
June 6, 2016—
SCHEDULED ITEMS
1) Consider Amendment to prior direction regarding development on Block 36 located at Southeast corner of Azusa Avenue and Foothill Boulevard
Action: . Directed Staff to negotiate Exclusive Negotiating Agreements with both Charles Company 2) Continued Item–and Serrano Consideration Development of an Groupxclusive for Blockegotiating 36 and greementother City withowned EFPAR properties. Development, LLC., for development of an urgent care/medical or commercial retail center at 975 W. Foothill Boulevard. Action: Approved. E N A
3) Continued Item– Consideration of the first amendment to the 2014 Disposition and Development Agreement (Hotel/Restaurant) with Net Development Co. Inc., a California Corporation for the property located at 225 and 237 S. Azusa Avenue. Action: Approved. CONSENT CALENDAR The following consent calendar items were approved: Minutes of the Regular Meeting of May 2, 2016. Resolution Authorizing Payments of Warrants by the City. 1) Human Resources Action Items. 2) City Treasurer’s Statement of Cash and Investment Balances for the Month of April 2016. 3) Biennial Review of the City’s Conflict of Interest Code. 4) Accept Bid and Award Citywide Tree Maintenance Contract for ark, arkways, edian slands and utility 5) ight of ay rees. 6) Request to Accept MSRC Grant from the South coast Air Quality Managementp p Districtm for Improvementsi at the rIntersectionw tof Foothill Boulevard, Alosta Avenue, and Rockvale Avenue. 7) Release of Public Improvement Bonds for Tract 54057-3, Known as Avenswood in the Rosedale Community. Release of Public Improvement Bonds for Tract 54057-12 in the Rosedale Community. 8) Request to enter into a Professional Services Agreement with Control Air Conditioning Corporation for 9) Maintenance and Repair Services of the City HVAC Systems. 10) Approve Memorandum of Understanding between Los Angeles County Workforce Development and Mandated Partners including WIOA Grant Recipients. 11) Authorization to release Request for Proposals for on site cooking at the Azusa Senior Center for the Elderly Nutrition Program. 12) Acceptance of a grant form the Dollar General Literacy Foundation for the Azusa Library Grass Roots ESL Program. 13) Accept Quitclaim Deed from Metro Gold Line Foothill Extension Construction Authority for a parcel located at the Northwest Corner of Ninth Street and Pasadena Avenue. 14) Contract Agreements executed by City Manager– March and April 2016.
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COUNCIL MEETING SUMMARY
May 16, 2016—
SCHEDULED ITEMS 1) South East corner of Foothill Blvd. and Azusa Avenue (“Block 36”) Developer Presentations and Selections Action:
Directed Staff to enter into negotiations with The Charles Company for the Rejectpurpose Bid forof preparing Gladstone an Park Exclusive Backstop Negotiating and Fencing Agreement Project, CDBGto be brought # 601661 back-14 to the City Council meeting. Action: . 2) Exclusive NegotiatingRejected bid Agreement and directed with Staff EFPAR to postpone Development, project LLC.(Urgent Care/Medical or Commercial retail Center at 975 W. Foothill Blvd.) 3) Action: Continued to June 6, 2016
4) First Amendment to the 2014 Disposition and Development Agreement (Hotel/Restaurant) with Net Development Co. Inc., Action: Continued to June 6, 2016
5) Consideration of the First Amendment to the LTA, LLC. Development Agreement for the Property at 428-432 N. San Gabriel Ave. Action: Approved, Resolution No. 2016-C34
6) Authorization to schedule and notify property owners of Public Hearing for Refuse Rate Adjustment on July 5, 2016. Action: Approved
CONSENT CALENDAR
The following consent calendar items were approved:
1) Minutes of the Special Meeting of April 25, 2016. 2) Resolution No. 2016-C35, Warrant Register. 3) Human Resources Action Items. 4) Accept Grant from Foothill Transit for Bus Stop Enchantment Program and Approve Lease with Big Belly Trash Receptacles. 5) Request for Extension of Industrial Leave.
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COUNCIL MEETING SUMMARY
May 2, 2016—
CEREMONIAL
1) The following Police Officers were sworn into office:
Andrew Avalos, Police Officer; Robert Chivas, Police Sergeant; Rick Hayden, Police Lieutenant; and Samuel Fleming, Police Captain.
2) Presentation of an “Employee of the Quarter” Certificate to Betty Gallardo, Development Services Assistant.
SCHEDULED ITEMS
1) Continued Item: Discussion of Parking Options near the City of Azusa Gold Line Station and Adoption of Resolution Nos. 2016-C30 and 2016-C31 to Establish Parking Restrictions. Action: Approved
2) Block 36 Developer Presentations and Selection. Action: Continued to May 16, 2016 Council Meeting
3) Public Hearing: Ordinance No. 2016-O2 relating to Commercial Vehicle Parking (First Reading) Action: Approved
CONSENT CALENDAR
The following consent calendar items were approved:
1) Minutes of the Regular meeting of March 21st , April 4th , and April 18th , 2016. 2) Resolution No. 2016-C32, Warrant Register. 3) City Treasurer’s Report, March 2016. 4) Human Resources Action Items. 5) Finding of Public Benefit to the Community at Large, $200 Donation to Azusa High School Jr. Varsity and Varsity Baseball Teams. 6) Professional Service Agreement with Owen Group, Inc. to Conduct a Facilities Condition Assessment. 7) Notice of Completion - Sidewalk and ADA Improvement Project No. 601662-14. 8) Increase to Blanket Purchase Order for Hi-Way Safety.
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Upcoming Meetings June 2016
Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri 30 31 1 2 3 Parks & Recreation Commission 5:30 p.m.
Library Commission 6:00 p.m.
6 7 8 9 10
City Council
6:30 p.m.
13 14 15 16 17 Personnel Board Planning Parks & Recreation 7:00 p.m. Commission Commission 7:00 p.m. 5:30 p.m.
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