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BUDGET MESSAGE 2002-2003
GENERAL FUND REVENUE
General Fund revenues for 2002-03 are projected to be $13,158,020 approximately 3.85% increase over
last year's projected revenue. The revenue projections include modest increases in sales tax, property
tax, franchise tax, transient occupancy tax, and motor vehicle fees. In FY 2001-02 revenue for building
permits and plan checks were significantly high due to extraordinary building activity. In FY 2002-03
revenues are projected to return to historic levels. Interest earnings are estimated lower than last year to
reflect the downward trend experienced since the beginning of the year. There are no new taxes or fees
proposed in the budget. The Governor announced preliminary budget information in May 2002 but it will
be some time before substantive elements of the budget take form. The City is keenly aware of the
uncertainty surrounding the effects on Motor Vehicle License Fees and how or when the State will
implement a sharing of the State's burden by taking City revenues. With that in mind the City's budget
does not reflect any return from the State of any ERAF funds and will keep up to date on the status of the
State's tactics.
GENERAL FUND EXPENDITURES
General Fund expenditures for 2002-03 are projected to be $12,602,952 approximately 6.33% more than
last year's projected expenditures. Salaries and fringe benefits for all City employees are in the General
Fund. The salaries reflect a 3.14% cost of living increase for 2002-03. The City also hired Creative
Management Solutions, Inc. to conduct a comprehensive classification analysis and recommend a new
classification plan to reflect the changes in the City's job structure and market practices that have evolved
since the previous plan was independently studied several years ago. The City Council approved the
recommendations made from the study and the 2002-03 salaries reflect the revised titles, and salary
adjustments. Keeping in mind the uncertainty of the State Budget crisis and how it will affect the City, the
new classification plan will be implemented in stages. The 151 half will be effective with the payroll that
includes July 15` of the new year. It is anticipated that the 2nd half of the plan can be implemented after
the impact of the State's budget to the City is known. The City Council also approved an increase in the
employee's cafeteria plan effective December 2002, to offset the increase in health insurance premiums.
Additionally, a deferred compensation matching program was approved with the new budget.
CITY COUNCIL
The City Council budget includes salaries and expenses pertaining to the City Council.
- There are no significant changes to the City Council Budget.
CITY MANAGER/CITY CLERK
The City Manager/City Clerk budget includes salaries and expenses for the City Manager, City Clerk and
the Housing Division. Budget highlights include:
- Professional Election Services -Budget amount $45,000 -Cost to conduct the bi-annual General
Municipal Election in March 2003. The budgeted amount reflects a 50% over the prior election due
to increases in contract election services and a proposed increase in stipends paid to election
workers.
- Professional Services Grant Writing -Budget amount $20,000 -Continuation for lobbying programs
and pursuit of grants available to the City.
- Housing & Redevelopment Assistant - To assist with the workload in this division the part time
assistant has been increased to full time status.
ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES
The Administrative Services budget includes salaries and expenses for Administration, Finance and
Personnel. The expenditures in this account are budgeted at similar levels as prior years with no
significant changes.
- There are no significant cYianges in the Administrative Services budget.
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
The Community Development Department is generally responsible for current planning, including
development and design review; advanced planning (general plan); subdivision review; environmental
review; code enforcement and regional planning. The department also provides support to the
Redevelopment Agency. The budget includes salaries and administrative expenses; and special planning
project expenses. Budget highlights include:
- Update of C-G Zone -Budget amount - $20,000 -This project was previously funded last year but
not completed due to higher prioritized projects. The project will revise and update the existing
zoning standards for the Creative Growth Zone.
- Update General Plan -Budget amount - $50,000 -This project was previously funded last year with
the anticipation that it would take two years. The last General Plan update was in 1992 and a review
is appropriate at this time. This budget amount is for the first year funding only.
- Zoning, GP, Address and Base Maps -Budget amount - $25,000 -Complete update of base maps
including zoning, general plan and counter maps to replace deteriorating maps.
- Contract Planning Assistance -Budget amount $50,000 -The continuation of the use of contract
planning assistance to supplement in-house planning services.
- Parking District Review -Budget amount $20,000 - This project was previously funded last year but
not completed due to higher prioritized projects. A consultant will hired to evaluate the parking needs
in the downtown area.
- Downtown Planning -Budget amount $20,000 - Evaluate potential phase II improvements to the
downtown and review Transit Oriented Development (TOD) opportunities to compliment a potential
Gold Line station.
CITY ATTORNEY
The City contracts for City Attorney Services and City Prosecutor. The budget reflects an increase in
contract City Attorney costs due to the expense of current litigation and an increase in attorney fees.
GENERAL SERVICES
The General Services accoun~i provides for non-departmental general expenses such as insurance, office
and computer equipment supplies and maintenance, and employee benefits. Budget highlights include:
- Insurance -General Liability, Workers Compensation, and Property insurance all had increases this
year. The general liability insurance had the most significant increase due to the claims loss history
of the City and the Insurance Pool. Property increases are primarily due to increases in earthquake
insurance premiums.
GENERAL SERVICES (CONTINUED)
- Credit Card Payments -Budget amount - $5,200 - In April 2002 the City began accepting payments
for City fees with Visa and Master Charge. This budget amount reflects the anticipated processing
fees for the new service.
- Telephone Equipment Consultant -Budget amount $5,000 -The City Hall telephone system is ten
years old and experiencing more frequent technical problems. A consultant will assist in evaluating
the existing system with plans for potential upgrades or replacement in FY 03-04.
- Plans and Microfiche Conversion -Budget amount $30,000 -The 1 S` phase of the conversion of the
City's old microfiche system of City permits and files to Laserfiche has been completed successfully.
This budget amount is for phase 2 of the conversion plan. The 3~d and last phase of this project is
planned for FY 2003-04.
- Health Insurance and Optional Benefits Plan Increase - An increase in the City's contribution to the
health insurance and optional benefits plan will take effect in December. The increase is to offset a
significant increase in health insurance premiums.
- Deferred Compensation Match Program -Budget amount $40,500 -The City is initiating a deferred
compensation match program to encourage employees to voluntarily participate in deferred
compensation.
- GASB 34 Preparation & Compliance -Budget amount $20,000 -The Government Accounting
Standards Board with Statement 34 has issued new requirements and reporting model for City's to
follow. The City will use outside assistance to begin the task of putting a value on the City's
infrastructure and to assist in implementing the new reporting model for FY 02-03.
- City Hall Space Evaluation -Budget amount $25,000 -The City for some time has been studying the
necessity of the expansion of City Hall workspace. The City plans to hire a consultant to conduct a
space utilization and evaluation study of City Hall to help prepare a more thoughtful response to the
City's space needs.
- Web Page Upgrades -Budget amount $25,000 -The City's Web Page has become a useful and
popular tool for the community. The City is planning to provide for a community calendar, more e-
government opportunities and a redesign of the site.
PUBLIC SAFETY
The Public Safety budget includes expenditures for contract law enforcement services provided by the
Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department and animal control services provided by the Inland Valley
Humane Society. Budget highlights include:
- There is no increase in the level of contract services for law enforcement. The contract rate for the
Sheriff's Department has generally increased by 5.59% from the 2001-02 rates. The contract
provides for:
• 21 Deputies
• 3 Bonus Deputies, 2 Special Assignment Officers and 1 Team Leader
• 1 Team Sergeant
• 2 Community Service Officers
~• 1 Law Enforcement Technician (Crime Prevention Officer)
- In fiscal year 2001-02 the City received an additional amount from the State High Tech Law
Enforcement Grant in the amount of $41,033. These funds will be used in FY 02-03 for supplemental
equipment for the new station.
PUBLIC SAFETY (CONTINUI.D)
- The City is in the second of a three year contract with the Inland Valley Humane Society for animal
control services. The contract amount will increase by the CPI.
RISK MANAGEMENT/LAW ENFORCEMENT
The Risk ManagemenULaw Enforcement budget is primarily a contingency fund for future law
enforcement needs or for liabillities not covered by the C.J.P.I.A. insurance pool. Budget highlights
include:
- Sheriff Station/EOC/Metrolink Facilities -Budget amount - $252,000 -The City has agreed to partner
with the County by providing a $252,000 contribution towards the construction of
the new Sheriff Station. The money allows for an upgrade to the exterior building materials and
provides for the City's E.O.C. in the building.
- Pioneer Park Renovation (Bleacher Area -Budget amount - $20,000 -Renovation of deteriorating
bleachers at the park to eliminate a potentially dangerous situation.
- ADA/Safety Compliance Playgrounds -Budget amount - $100,000 - To continue to retrofit or replace
playground equipment to meet ADA and new safety standards at City playgrounds.
EMERGENCY SERVICES
The Emergency Services budget provides for emergency preparedness expenses and a contingency
fund for expenses as a result ~~f a disaster or emergency. Budget highlights include:
- Sheriff Station/EOC/Metrolink Facilities -Budget amount - $75,000 -This amount has been moved
forward from the prior year for construction of the new Sheriff Station.
PUBLIC WORKS
The Public Works Departmen~l is comprised of three divisions: Administration/Engineering, Building and
Safety and Street Maintenance. The department is responsible for engineering design construction and
maintenance of public works infrastructure: streets, traffic signals, sewers, storm drains, sidewalks, and
other public works. The maintenance division also maintains City equipment and vehicles. Building and
Safety is responsible for inspE~ction and plan check of new residential, commercial and industrial building
in conformance with the uniform building code. Budget highlights include:
Administration/Engineering
- Conversion of Plans to Le~serfiche -Budget amount - $5,000 -The 2"d phase of the Engineering
Division's conversion plan will continue and is anticipated to be completed in FY 02-03.
Building & Safety
- Contract Inspector - Budcaet amount - $20,000 -Continue to contract out "routine" inspections in
times of peak work load.
Street Maintenance
- Overtime Weekend Program -Budget amount - $15,000 -The City is looking to reinstate the
weekend work program. -this expense is for supervision required on weekends to manage the
weekend work crew provided by order of the Pomona Court. The City utilized this service in a prior
year and found the additional help to be very cost efficient and beneficial.
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PUBLIC WORKS (CONTINUED)
- NPDES Program -Budget amount - $98,950 - A substantial increase in the cost to adhere to the
requirements of the NPDES program is reflected in the budget to cover increased reporting,
maintenance and educational requirements by the Regional Water duality Board. All expenses to
meet NPDES requirements have been consolidated to this account to better keep track of total
expenses.
Vehicle/Yard Maintenance
- Garage Bay Doors & Motors -Budget amount - $11,000 -Replace garage bay doors and motors on
3 buildings at the City Yard.
- Replace Tile Floors -Budget amount - $6,500 -Replace the floors in 3 buildings at City Yard.
- Roof Repair -Budget amount - $3,000 -Repair the roofs on 2 buildings at City Yard.
Traffic Control
- There are no significant changes in the budget this year.
PARKS AND RECREATION
The Parks and Recreation Department is comprised of three divisions: Facilities, Landscape Maintenance
and Recreation. The Facilities division is responsible for the maintenance, repair and equipment
replacement of all public buildings. Additionally, the Facilities division supervises the operation of the
Swim and Racquet Club. The Landscape Maintenance division is responsible for the maintenance of and
landscaping in parks, parkways, medians. The installation and maintenance of all playground and athletic
field equipment is also the responsibility of this division. The Recreation division is responsible for
planning, organizing and conducting a comprehensive community recreation program for residents of all
ages. The Parks and Recreation department is also responsible for the design and construction of City
parks and recreation facilities. Budget highlights include:
Facilities
- Building Maintenance Aides -Budget amount - $49,800 -This expenditure has been increased this
year to provide more staff time to maintain and open/close the expanding number of public restrooms
and to help with the staffing needs on holidays and special events.
- Trailer for Lift -Budget amount - $3,000 -The purchase of a trailer to transport the personal lift
purchased last year.
Senior Center
- Maintenance of Buildings & Grounds -The budget amount is increased to cover the increasing costs
of the daily maintenance of the Senior Center.
Park Maintenance
- The expenditures in this division have been budgeted at similar levels as the prior year.
Parkways and Median Island Maintenance
- The expenditures in this division have been budgeted at similar levels as the prior year.
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PARKS AND RECREATION (CONTINUED)
Recreation
- Student Union Staff -With the success of the Student Union at the Swim & Racquet Club the staffing
budget for this year has been increased by $5,000.
- EZ Up Canopies and Laminator -Budget amount $4,000 -Purchase of equipment to help with City
events and large projects.
Swim & Racquet Club
- Swim & Racquet Club - Instructor personnel and professional services reflect an increase to cover
additional classes to be offered.
SPECIAL FUNDS
Special Funds are established to provide expenditures for a specific purpose. Revenue obtained for
these funds comes from a variety of sources and in most cases, statute or policy restricts the use of the
money. A description of the special funds and some of the significant expenditures are as follows:
FUND 02 -STATE GAS TAX
State Gas Tax revenue is specifically restricted and can only be used for street maintenance, repair and
construction. Budget highlights include:
- Annual Slurry Seal Program -Budget amount - $375,000 -This year the project area is Zone G in
the Via Verde area.
- Hazardous Sidewalk Rep<<ir -Budget amount - $60,000 -Continuation of repair and rehabilitation of
hazardous sidewalks throughout the City.
- City Wide Pavement Main~lenance -Budget amount - $20,000 -Funds for pavement repairs
throughout the City.
FUND 06 -SEWER EXPANSION
The Sewer Expansion fund receives revenue from new development for sewer connection, sewer
maintenance and industrial waste reimbursement from the County.
- Miscellaneous sewer projects and charges for industrial waste are the major expenditures in this fund
and remain at a consistent level as the prior year.
FUND 07 -CITY WIDE LIGHTING DISTRICT
The City Wide Lighting District: receives revenue from a property tax assessment to be used exclusively
for public lighting purposes. The money is used to maintain traffic signals, street and traffic light utilities,
and special street light projects. Budget highlights include:
- Replace Wood Light Poles City Parking Lots -Budget amount - $112,000 -The replacement of 25
year old wood light poles in City parking lots.
- Traffic Signal Upgrades -Budget amount - $ 20,000 -Upgrade traffic signals to LED, for better
illumination and back-up capabilities.
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FUND 08 -LANDSCAPE PARCEL TAX
This fund receives revenue from a voter approved property tax assessment. There is no increase in the
assessment for fiscal year 2002-03. The money is used exclusively to maintain parks, parkways,
medians, and trees. The level of maintenance will continue to remain within the funds available. Budget
highlights include:
- Landscape Improvements in Parks -Budget amount - $30,000 - Continue with the replacement of
old plants in planters throughout City Parks.
- Irrigation Upgrades at Parks -Budget amount - $8,500 -Repair and replace irrigation systems at
parks as needed.
- Re-landscape Bonita/Arrow Corner Park -Budget amount - $20,000 - Re-landscape the parcel
surrounding the covered wagon parcel at the corner of Bonita and Arrow.
- Parkways Renovations Foothill Blvd w/o Cataract -Budget amount - $10,000 - Re-landscaping of
parkways.
- Tree Replacement -Budget amount - $35,000 - Continue to fund ongoing tree replacements
throughout the City.
FUND 12 -INFRASTRUCTURE
This fund provides for capital improvement projects for the City's varied infrastructure. By Council policy
10% of sales tax revenue is transferred into this fund. The City has been awarded a State bike lane
grant. Revenue from the Traffic Congestion Relief (AB 2928) is expected to be reduced significantly form
prior years. A number of major projects are scheduled for this fiscal year. Budget highlights include:
- Develop Improvement Plan Zone F Street Repairs -Budget amount - $70,000 -Design plans for
Zone F, Via Verde area, for a project to be constructed in FY 2003-04.
- San Dimas Canyon Road C 30 Freeway Improvements -Budget amount - $10,000 -Addition of
"Rock Blankets" on freeway underpass at landscaped areas at 30 Freeway and San Dimas Canyon
Road.
- Alley Repairs and Reconstruction -Budget amount - $340,000 -Repair and reconstruction of alleys
at north of 4"' Street, Monte Vista to Cataract, north of 2"d Street, San Dimas Avenue to Iglesia, and
north of Bonita, Cataract to Monte Vista.
- Covina Boulevard Overlay -Budget amount - $45,000 -Covina boulevard overlay east of Valley
Center.
- Sidewalk Repair & Replacement in Parks -Budget amount - $25,000 -Sidewalk replacement and
repairs at various parks.
- Parking Lot Re-surfacing in Parks -Budget amount - $25,000 - Re-surface parking lots at several
parks.
- Landscape Improvements at Civic Center -Budget amount - $80,000 -Refurbish landscape areas
around the Civic Center in conjunction with the sidewalk replacement project.
- New City Entrance Structures Design -Budget amount - $10,000 -Consultant services for the
design of new City entrance structures with installation to be considered in future years.
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FUND 12 - INFRASTRUCTUI~E (CONTINUED)
- ADA Compliance -Facilities -Budget amount $25,000 -Continue the modification to City facilities to
meet the American with Disabilities Act requirements.
- Pavement Repairs Downtown Parking Lots -Budget amount - $20,000 -Pavement repairs in three
downtown parking lots.
- Civic Center Sidewalk Replacement -Budget amount - $70,000 -Replacement and repair sidewalks
around Civic Center.
- Town Core Sidewalk Repair -Budget amount - $50,000 -Hazardous sidewalk repairs in the town
core area.
- Zone F Sidewalk Repair -Budget amount - $60,000 -Repair sidewalks in Zone F, Via Verde area.
- Streets Overlay & Reconstruction Zone F -Budget amount - $650,000 -Overlay and reconstruction
various streets in the Via \/erde area.
- Transfer of Storm Drain Maintenance to County -Budget amount - $15,000 -The County maintains
several of the City's storm drains. There is a $4,200 processing fee per system transferred to the
County. The county will charge for inspecting existing non-transferred drains. This will be an ongoing
project with approximately 20 systems to be transferred ultimately.
- San Dimas Avenue Walking Trail -Budget amount - $210,942 - Construction of a trail connecting
San Dimas Ave to Covina Blvd. along the 210 Fwy. This project is funded by a State Bike Lane
Grant.
FUND 20 -COMMUNITY PAI~K DEVELOPMENT
The Community Park Development fund in FY 02-03 will be receiving its revenue from various state and
county park grants, some of which can only be used for specific purposes. Additional revenue is in the
form of recycling grant new in FY 02-03. Budget highlights include:
- Horsethief Canyon Park Trails -Budget amount - $130,950 -This is a carryover project from prior
years. The project is funded by a County grant.
- Replace Horse Trial Fencing -Budget amount - $65,000 -Continue with vinyl horse trail fencing
replacement. This year's projects are on Puente Avenue and Foothill Boulevard.
- Picnic Shelter at Loma Vista Park -Budget amount - $20,000 -Replace the picnic shelter at Loma
Vista Park.
- Park Trash Receptacles, 'Tables and Benches -Budget amount - $20,000 -Replace tables, benches
and add trash receptacles at various City parks. A portion of the funding comes from a State
Recycling Grant because the benches are made from recycled material.
- Rhoads Park Gazebo -Budget amount - $30,100 -Gazebo replacement at Rhoads Park.
FUND 21 -OPEN SPACE DISTRICT #1 (NORTH & WEST)
Fund 21 is part of the park development funds that cover the North and West area of the Open Space
District. Traditionally, this fund receives revenue from the development of property within the District in
the form of Quimby taxes. Na new revenue is projected this year, fund balance will be used to support
planned expenditures. Budget highlights include:
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FUND 21 -OPEN SPACE DISTRICT #1 (NORTH & WEST) (CONTINUED)
- Lonehill Park Fencing Repairs -Budget amount - $6,000 -Replace fencing in Lone Hill Park as
needed.
- Sportsplex Tennis Court Re-surfacing -Budget amount - $20,000 - Re-surface the tennis courts at
the Sportsplex.
- Horsethief Canyon Park Phase 2 Design -Budget amount - $20,000 -Begin the design process for
phase 2 improvements for Horsethief Canyon Park.
FUND 22 -OPEN SPACE DISTRICT #2 (EAST )
Fund 22 is part of the park development funds that cover the East area of the Open Space District. As
with Fund 21, no new revenue is projected for this year and available fund balance will be used to fund
the planned expenditures as follows:
- Marchant Park Tennis Court Re-surfacing -Budget amount - $6,000 - Re-surface tennis courts at
Marchant Park.
- Pioneer Park Fencing Replacement -Budget amount - $8,000 -Replace perimeter fencing at
Pioneer Park.
- Pioneer Park Basketball Court Renovation -Budget amount - $10,000 -Renovate basketball courts
at Pioneer Park.
FUND 23 -OPEN SPACE DISTRICT #3 (SOUTH)
- Fund 23 is part of the park development funds that cover the South area of the Open Space District.
There are no revenues or expenditures planned for fiscal year 2002-03 from this fund.
FUND 27, FUND 28, AND FUND 29 CIVIC CENTER PARKING DISTRICT
The Civic Center Parking District group of funds are set up to cover the maintenance and operations and
bond payments associated with the parking district. Revenue for this fund is derived from property
assessments and charges for maintenance and administration of the parking district.
- Fund 27 -Maintenance and operations of common areas in the parking district in the Puddingstone
Shopping Center parking lot and landscape areas.
- Fund 28 -Bond principal and interest payments due annually.
- Fund 29 - A reserve fund for the bonds associated with this parking district.
FUND 30 -COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY (CRA)
The CRA budget is structured to take care of redevelopment projects within the Redevelopment Project
Area. Revenue received in this fund comes from rental of City property in the Redevelopment area, a
transfer from Fund 31 Tax Increment to accommodate debt, and loans from the General Fund to support
the maintenance and operations of the Agency. Major projects and budget highlights include:
- Walker House -The City has been approved to receive a Federal HUD Grant in the amount of
$925,000 for restoration and upgrades to the Walker House. In addition the City received a $75,000
grant form the Getty Foundation and a $50,000 from Cal Heritage. It is anticipated that work will begin
in FY 02-03.
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FUND 30 -COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY CRA (CONTINUED)
- Design Assistance Prograim -Budget amount - $20,000 -Continuation of the use of outside design
assistance on agency related projects.
- Arrow/Bonita Corridor (Loves) -Budget amount - $698,500 -Redevelopment Agency participation in
the Lowe's and related fast food construction project.
- Decorative Street Light In~;tallation -Budget amount - $60,000 -The continuation of the multiyear
project to replace the street lights in the town core with nostalgic decorative lights. This year's project
area is First Street, between Monte Vista and Cataract.
- Puddingstone/Albertson's Project -Ongoing expenditures to address the Agency's ownership of a
portion of the Puddingstone Center. Expense of $106,233 will be in FY 2002-03, the City received
the same amount as a contribution in FY 2001-02.
FUND 31 -CRA TAX INCREIENT
The Tax Increment fund receives revenue from property tax increment. The money is budgeted to pay
CRA debt on 1998 Tax Allocai:ion Bonds, transfer to Fund 30 CRA and Fund 34 Housing to pay debt in
those funds.
FUND 34 -CRA HOUSING SET-ASIDE
This fund provides for the Agency's Housing Set-Aside requirements. The budget proposes the
continuation of the existing housing programs including the 2"d Mortgage Subsidy and Rehab Loan
programs. A major expense to this fund is debt service on the Monte Vista Apartment Bonds and
operating expenses for the apartments. The Housing Set-Aside fund receives its primary revenue from
the transfer from Fund 31 Tax Increment based upon the formula established by State law, principal and
interest payments on out-going loans and rental fees from the senior apartments on Monte Vista. Special
projects this year include:
- Review Senior Housing Si:andards -Budget amount - $2,500 - Conduct a review of the previously
established Senior Housing standards. This project was carried forward from last year.
- Review Parking for Afford;sbles -Budget amount - $1,500 -Review parking standards for affordable
housing projects. This project was carried forward from last year.
- Review Site Specific Alternatives for Affordables -Budget amount - $2,500 -Review site specific
opportunities for affordable housing projects. This project was carried forward from last year.
- Review Mobile Home Parlc Expansion -Budget amount - $15,000 -Review the feasibility of an
expansion of the City owned mobile home park. This project was carried forward from last year.
- Homeless Information -Budget amount - $1,000 -Develop information to assist area homeless.
This project was carried forward from last year.
FUND 35, 36, & 37 -RANCHO SAN DIMAS/TAX INCREMENT/HOUSING SET-ASIDE
This group of funds is associated with the Rancho San Dimas Project Area of the CRA. Fund 35 is set up
for the maintenance and operation of Rancho San Dimas Project. Fund 36 is the Tax Increment fund;
revenues are received from property tax increment. Fund 37 is the Rancho San Dimas fund to provide
for housing set-aside requirements in the area. The main expenditures in these funds are payments for
principal and interest on prior year loans from the General Fund, administration fees to the General Fund,
passthrough payments to the County, and 1 S' Time Buyer and Rehab Loan programs.
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FUND 40 -COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT
This fund administers the City's CDBG programs including the 1 S` Time Homebuyer and Housing
Rehabilitation programs. Revenue for this fund is from Federal Block Grants administered through the
County to fund the programs listed. There are no new programs proposed this year. The budget
includes the continuation of prior year programs.
FUND 41 -CITIZEN'S OPTION FOR PUBLIC SAFETY (COPS)
This fund is for the administration of the State COPS grant. The program provides for supplemental
money for law enforcement. The actual amount of this year's grant will not be known until State adopts
its FY 02-03 budget.
FUND 42 -DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE LAW ENFORCEMENT (DOJ)
This fund is for the administration of the Federal Department of Justice Law Enforcement grant for
supplemental law enforcement resources. The amount of the grant has steadily decreased over the last
two years. The primary expense is funding for a school resource officer.
FUND 53 -GOLF COURSE
The Golf Course fund receives revenue from the golf course and restaurant leases. The expenditures are
for utilities, audit services, payment of interest on prior year loans, and maintenance. The revenues and
expenditures are consistent with prior years.
FUND 70 -EQUIPMENT REPLACEMENT
By prior City Council policy, the primary source of revenue for this fund is in the form of a transfer from the
General Fund. The expenditures are for replacement of City vehicles and equipment. Significant capital
equipment purchases include:
- Truck Replacements (3) -Budget Amount - $92,000
- Parking Lot Striper -Budget amount - $5,000
- Equipment Modifications -Budget amount - $18,000 -Series of modifications to existing trucks and
equipment with stake beds and utility body changes to make them more efficient and practical in the
field.
- Code Enforcement & Building Inspectors Vehicles -Budget amount - $12,000 -Transfer'/z of the
annual lease amount for 4 Electric Vehicles used by code enforcement and building inspectors. The
other''/z of the cost is allocated in Fund 71 A~MD.
- Computer Equipment- Mainframe, PC's/Printers -Budget amount - $81,700 -The City's financial
system currently runs on an IBM AS400 Mainframe. This budget reflects the anticipated upgrade to a
new mainframe, as well as, continuation of PC upgrades, server upgrades, printers, and peripherals
as necessary.
- Update Permit System Building & Safety -Budget amount - $32,000 -Update the City's current
permit system to allow inspectors and code enforcement staff to complete inspections and hand out
paperwork in the field by utilizing hand held PDAs and potable printers.
- Laptop Computer and Projector -Budget amount - $5,500 - To assist in presentations at various
locations.
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FUND 70 - EQUIPMENT REPLACEMENT (CONTINUED
- Boiler Replacements -Budget amount - $45,300 -Replace 3 boilers at the swim and racquet club to
improve energy efficiencies and assist the City in meeting air quality requirements.
FUND 71 -AIR QUALITY MANAGEMENT DISTRICT (A~MD)
The revenue for this fund comes from a portion of the vehicle license fees allocated to air quality
programs. The proposed expenditures are consistent with last year. Budget highlights include:
- Code Enforcement/Building Inspectors Vehicles -Budget amount - $12,000 -This is the cost of/z of
the annual leasing amount of 4 electric vehicles for City staff. The other'/2 of the annual cost is
reflected in Fund 70 Equipment Replacement.
- Charging Stations - Budg~st amount - $5,000 -One Additional charging station to be installed to
accommodate the electric vehicles.
- Bikeway Project -Budget amount - $23,438 -Matching funds for the grant funded Bikeway project.
- Citrus Regional Bikeway -- Budget amount - $150,000 -This expenditure has been carried forward in
the new year for the City's proportionate share fora 4 city project primarily funded by MTA.
FUND 72 - PROP A TRANSIT
Revenue received in this fund is from a portion of sales tax within L.A. County. The money can only be
used for transit projects and s~arvices. The Get About and Dial-A-Cab programs are the primary expense
from this fund. Budget highlights include:
- Bus Stop Maintenance -Budget amount - $57,940 -Maintenance at the bus stops has been
increased to cover the cost of adding refuse containers at all bus stops to meet NPDES requirements.
FUND 73 - PROP C TRANSIT
This fund receives revenue from a portion of sales tax within L.A. County. The use of the funds are
similar to Prop A guidelines with the exception that Prop C funds can be used for street improvements to
streets that support mass transit. Budget highlights include:
- San Dimas Avenue Railroad crossing -Budget amount - $50,000 -Improvement of railroad crossing
as needed at San Dimas .Avenue.
- Slurry Seal Zone G -Budget amount - $10,000 - To fund the slurry seal of streets that support mass
transit as allowed by Prop C guidelines.
FUND 75 -LANDSCAPE M~-INTENANCE
The revenue in this fund comes from assessments of homeowners in the Boulevard and Northwoods
tracts to fund for the maintenance and operations of landscape areas. The assessments will not be
increased this year and the expenditures are in line with the assessments available to maintain the two
areas.
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SAN DIMAS REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY
Pursuant to Section 33606 of the California Health and Safety Code, the San Dimas
Redevelopment Agency achieved the following in 2001-02:
1. Completed a report identifying the necessary improvements required for the Walker House.
Received approval of a HUD grant for the Walker House in the amount of $925,000. Applied for and
received a Cal Heritage Grant in the amount of $50,000 and received a grant from the Getty
Foundation in the amount of $75,000 for the Walker House restoration project. Authorized the
preparation of construction plans. Continued negotiations with the Festival of Western Arts on a use
agreement.
2. Entered into an agreement with the Inland Valley Economic Development Corporation on the Small
Business Loan Program.
3. Continued to work with Costco on the proposed store on the SP24 site. Initiated the Environmental
Impact Study and continued negotiations on a DDA. Continued to evaluate the purchase of property
in SP 24 as it comes on the market. Continued with acquisition of properties in SP 24 as they
became available on the open market.
4. Continued with the management of the Agency owned Charter Oak Mobile Home Park and Senior
apartments above the Hardware store.
5. Completed phase 1 of the town core beautification project.
6. Completed the demolition of the City Hall Annex to make way for Albertson's construction.
Completed landscape plans for the landscaped park as a part of the project.
7. Continued to fulfill Agency obligations as part of the Lowe's project and entered into agreements with
the Fast Food Pads for assistance.
8. Entered into an agreement to sell Eucla/Arrow Highway property for hotel development.
9. Continued to negotiate with Marketplace Properties on the sale of the balance of the Puddingstone
Center for a major drug store.
10. Constructed a public parking lot on the former Antique Barn property on Monte Vista.
11. Continued to work with the developer on an ice arena and related commercial buildings on the
Agency owned land on Bonita and Cataract. The exclusive negotiating agreement expired during the
year with the developer failing to secure financing for the project.
12. Continue to encourage the successful development of the Canyon Shopping Center by working with
several potential purchasers of the property.
13. Received two proposals for the sale of the Agency owned property on Bonita and Eucla for the
development of a hotel. Negotiations with the successful bidder ultimately resulted in the developer
withdrawing his interest in the property.
14. Installed the next phase of decorative street lights in the town core.
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SAN DIIMAS REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY (CONTINUED)
Pursuant to section 33606 01` the California Health and Safety Code, the following work program
goals are planned for 2002-2003.
1. Complete the plans and specifications and begin the restoration process of the Walker House.
Pursue additional funds for the restoration project. Finalize with the Festival of Western Arts a use
agreement and determine the City uses for the property.
2. Utilize the contribution received in 2001-02 to construct the landscape park area as part of the
Albertsons project.
3. Continue with the decorati~re street lighting installation on First Street between Monte Vista and
Cataract.
4. Prepare an RFP for the sale and redevelopment of the Agency owned property on Bonita Avenue and
Cataract.
5. Complete an appraisal of the Canyon Center property and encourage its successful redevelopment.
6. Continued to work with de~ieloper for the Costco project in SP24. Finalize a DDA, complete the EIR
and process the necessary entitlements for the project.
7. Continue to review options for the purchase of the balance of the Agency owned property at
Puddingstone Shopping.
S. Continue the management of the City owned Mobile Home Park and Senior Apartments above the
Hardware store.
9. Continue to work with devE;loper for the hotel project on Eucla/Arrow property.
10. Initiate studies related to Housing Element implementation.
11. Complete a RFP for the s2~.le of the Agency owned lots on 2"d St.
12. Review the parking standards and specific alternatives for affordable housing.
13. Review the feasibility of the expansion of the City owned Mobile Home Park.
14. Review the Senior Housinc~ standards.
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