HomeMy WebLinkAboutD. BUDGET MESSAGECITY OF SAN DIMAS
BUDGET MESSAGE 2003-04
GENERAL FUND REVENUE
As in the past, the State's handling of its deficit has put a cloud of uncertainty over future
subventions to cities. The Motor Vehicle in Lieu Tax or other local revenue sources are under
threat to be i:aken by the State. The State has been successful in reducing and eliminating
subventions to cities in the past and the cities have suffered loss of revenue needed to provide
services to the citizens. The City is keenly aware of the uncertainty surrounding the effects on
the City of any State budget action. With that in mind the City's priority is to present a well
balanced budget, maintain a high quality of services to the community and set aside a prudent
amount of reserves.
General Fund revenues for 2003-04 are projected to be $13,656,833 an approximately 3.79%
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
2002-03 revenue for building permits and plan checks continued to be higher than projected due
to continued building activity. In FY 2003-04 revenues are projected to return to historic levels.
The downward trend in investment earnings continued this year, consequently the interest
revenue is estimated lower than prior years.
After careful consideration the City implemented increases to a number of service related fees.
Recreation, facility use, engineering and planning fees were adjusted effective July 1, 2003.
Engineering, planning and zoning fees are designed to recover the costs of the specific service
provided by the City. By State statute the fees cannot exceed the actual cost of providing the
service the fee is designed to cover. The last adjustment to these fees was in 1994. The City
determined 1:hat the new fees are still below the actual cost of providing the service.
Business. License fees were also adjusted effective July 1, 2003. The prior Business License
fees were adopted by Ordinance in 1991. The Ordinance allows for an annual increase in the
amount of tl-ie annual Consumer Price Index beginning in 1994. Business License fees had not
been increased since 1994. The City adopted the new Business License fees which increased by
a 3% CPI.
GENERAL FUND EXPENDITURES
As was mentioned in the revenue discussion, the City is keenly aware that the State legislature,
in attempting to solve the State budget crisis may take actions that may have a detrimental
impact on City revenues. In anticipation of a potential loss in revenue, the City in mid FY 02 - 03
placed a number of projects on hold. A number of those projects have been rebudgeted for this
year. However, a number of projects, even though budgeted will remain on a hold list until the full
impact of the State budget is clear.
General Fund expenditures for 2003-04 are projected to be $13,156,340 approximately 4.16%
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% cost of living increase for 2003-04.
CITY COU~ICIL
The City Council budget includes salaries and expenses pertaining to the City Council.
• The City Council voted as per Ordinance 1131 to increase the compensation for council
members to $475 per month with an additional $160 compensation for the Mayor effective
March 2003. The budget includes this increase in compensation.
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 Services Grant Writing -Budget amount $15,000 -Continuation for lobbying
programs and pursuit of grants available to the City.
• Election Services -There is no amount budgeted this year because elections are bi-annual
with the next election scheduled in FY 04 - 05.
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.
• The budget reflects the reclassification of one Accounting Technician position to Senior
Accounting Technician.
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:
• Aerial Photos -Budget amount - $16,000 -Approximately every 4 years the City updates its
aerial photographs.
• Update of C-G Zone -Budget amount - $20,000 -This project has been carried forward from
last year. The project will revise and update the existing zoning standards for the Creative
Growth Zone.
• Update General Plan -Budget amount - $50,000 -This project has been carried forward from
last year and is anticipated that it will be a two year project. 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 - $15,000 -Phase II of the update of
base maps including zoning, general plan and counter maps to replace deteriorating maps.
Maps may also be in a GIS format.
• Parking District Review -Budget amount $20,000 -This project has been carried over from
the past two years. The project is to evaluate the parking needs in the downtown area.
• Downtown Planning -Budget amount $20,000 -This project is being carried over from last
year. The project is to evaluate potential Phase II improvements in the downtown and review
Transit Oriented Development (TOD) opportunities to compliment a future Gold Line Station.
CITY ATTORNEY
The City contracts for City Attorney and City Prosecutor services. The budget reflects higher than
normal contract City Attorney costs due to the expense of current litigation.
GENERAL SERVICES
The General Services account 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 again 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.
• Telephone Equipment Consultant -Budget amount $5,000 -This is a carry over project from
last year„ The City Hall telephone system is eleven 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 04-05.
• Plans and Microfiche Conversion -Budget amount $30,000 -The 3`d and final phase of the
conversion of the City's old microfiche system of City permits and files to Laserfiche.
• GASB 34 Preparation & Compliance -Budget amount $40,000 -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 undertake the task of putting a value
on the City's infrastructure, compile a street and pavement management plan, and assist in
implementing new reporting requirements for FY 03-04.
• Public Access Contract Assistance -Budget amount $3,500. To pay, on a contract basis, for
assists to help with public access programs.
• Health Insurance Benefits -The budget as adopted does not include any increase in cafeteria
benefits contributions by the City. However, a significant increase in health insurance
premium costs is expected. Once the new rates are known there may be an adjustment in
the City's cafeteria contribution.
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:
The contract rate for the Sheriff's Department has generally increased by 3% from the 2002-
03 rates. As of the adoption of the budget the status of State COPS and Federal Local Law
Enforcement Block Grant funds were in question. Therefore, the General Fund Public Safety
budget reflects picking up the costs that have been traditionally funded by those grants.
Some of those items are the additional 50% of the cost for the Supplemental Sergeant, the
GAAP contract and the cost for a School Resource Officer. The Bonita Unified School
District vrill contribute a portion of the funds necessary for the School Resource Officer and
the GAAP contract. The Sheriffs contract provides for:
• 21 Deputies
• 3 Bonus Deputies, 3 Special Assignment Officers and 1 Team Leader
• 1 Team Sergeant
• 2 Community Service Officers
• 1 Law Enforcement Technician (Crime Prevention Officer)
The total number of contract items remains the same as last year. The only change is a shift of
one motorcycle officer to one additional Special Assignment Officer.
• Laser Radar Units -Budget amount $6,000 -The purchase of laser radar units for more
effective traffic enforcement.
In fiscal year 2002-03 the City received an additional amount from the State High Tech Law
Enforcement Grant in the amount of $20,955. These funds will be used in FY 03-04 for
supplemental equipment for the new station.
The City is in the final year of a 3 year contract with the Inland Valley Humane Society for
animal control services. The contract amount increased by the CPI.
RISK MANAGEMENT/LAW ENFORCEMENT
The Risk ManagemenULaw Enforcement budget is primarily a contingency fund for future law
enforcement needs or for liabilities not covered by the C.J.P.I.A. insurance pool. Budget
highlights include:
Sheriff Station/EOC/Metrolink Facilities -Budget amount - $279,296 -The City has agreed to
partner with the County by providing a total of $600,000 contribution towards the construction
of a new Sheriff Station and $54,296 for the inclusion of brick block material for the exterior of
the station. The contribution also provides for the City's E.O.C. in the building. The official
ground breaking ceremony was held June 16"' for the new facility. This budget amount plus
$75,000 budgeted in Emergency Services is the initial payment to the County upon the award
of the construction contract. The remaining contribution of $300,000 will not be required until
sign-off of final inspection of the facility expected in FY 2004-05.
• ADA/Safety Compliance Playgrounds -Budget amount - $25,000 - 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 of a disaster or emergency. Budget highlights include:
• Sheriff Station/EOC/Metrolink Facilities -Budget amount - $75,000 -Initial payment per
agreement with the County upon award of the construction contract for the new Sheriff
station.
• Emergency Services/ Fire Mitigation Measures -Budget amount - $50,000 - This amount is
for continued post fire mitigation measures necessary due to the devastating Williams Fire
last year. Emergency funds were used to complete several tasks in 2002-03 for clean up,
prevention, and flood control to ensure as much as possible, minimal damage due to the after
affects of the fire and rainstorms.
PUBLIC WORKS
The Public Works Department 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 inspection and
plan check of new residential, commercial and industrial building in conformance with the uniform
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building code. Budget highlights include:
Administration/Engineering
• Conversion of Plans to Lasertiche -Budget amount - $5,000 -Continuation of the
Engineering Division's conversion plan.
• Construction Inspection Services -Budget amount - $15,000 - Addition of contract public
works inspection services to supplement in-house staff.
• Engineering Plan Check Services -Budget amount - $10,000 -Addition of contract plan
check services to assist staff in time of peak work load.
• Engineering Services City Engineer -Budget amount - $10,000 -New contract for City
Engineer services as necessary.
• Needs Assessment GIS System Dev -Budget amount - $10,000 -Consultant to conduct
needs assessment for a GIS system for the City.
Building & Safety
• Contract Inspector -Budget amount - $5,000 -Continue to contract out "routine" inspections
in times of peak work load.
Street Maintenance
• Downtov~m Boardwalk Maintenance -Budget amount - $10,000 -Maintenance of the
downtown boardwalks for appearance and safety.
• Gold Line Phase II Planning -Budget amount - $32,000 -City participation in the planning of
phase II of the Gold Line from Pasadena to Claremont.
• NPDES Program -Budget amount - $154,900 - A substantial cost increase includes increase
in the coast to adhere to the requirements of the NPDES program. New requirements include
new inspections, best management practices and reporting.
Vehicle/Yard Maintenance
• Replace Tile Floors -Budget amount - $6,500 -Replace the floors in 3 buildings at City Yard.
• Demo Concrete/Design Yard Building -Budget amount - $20,000 -Evaluation of design of
City Maintenance Yard drainage.
Traffic Control
• Speed Zone Study -Budget amount - $20,000 -Contract for a speed zone study as required
every five years.
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
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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
• The expenditures in this division have been budgeted at similar levels as the prior year.
Senior Center
• The expenditures in this division have been budgeted at similar levels as the prior year.
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.
Recreation
• Student Union Staff -Further increase in staff costs in proportion to increases in program
participation.
• Fee & Charge Personnel -The summer playground program has been modified to reduce the
number of drop in playground locations and increase the number of Kids Fun Club (day care)
locations. The change results in an increase in Fee & Charge personnel costs and a
decrease in Recreation Leader personnel costs.
Swim & Racquet Club
Overall expenditures for the Swim & Racquet Club are slightly down from the prior year's budget.
• Pool Covers -Budget amount - $7,000 -Replacement of pool covers.
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 statutorily restricted and can only be used for street maintenance,
repair and construction. Budget highlights include:
• Annual Slurry Seal Program -Budget amount - $393,000 -This year the project area is Zone
F in Via Verde area.
• Bonita Avenue Resurfacing & Overlay -Budget amount - $120,000 -Resurface and overlay
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project far Bonita Avenue.
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 far public lighting purposes. The money is used to maintain traffic signals and street
lights, utilities, and special street light projects. Budget highlights include:
• Replace Wood Light Poles City Parking Lots -Budget amount - $110,000 -The replacement
of 25 yee~r old wood light poles in City parking lots. This project has been carried forward
from the prior year.
• Traffic Signal Upgrades LED -Budget amount - $ 20,000 -Continue with the program to
upgrade traffic signals to LED, for better illumination and back-up capabilities.
FUND 08 -LANDSCAPE PARCEL TAX
This fund receives revenue from a voter approved property tax assessment. The assessment
has been increased by the CPI of 3% pursuant to the authority allowed by the approved
assessment. 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:
• Parkway Landscaping & Renovations - 1) Budget amount - $65,000 for Arrow Hwy/Lone
HiIlNalley Center - 2) Budget amount - $ 10,000 for Foothill Blvd. w/o Cataract 3) Budget
amount - $20,000 for Arrow Hwy/San Dimas Ave/Acacia
• Tree Replacement -Budget amount - $35,000 -Continue to fund ongoing tree replacements
througha~ut the City.
• Trash Collection at Parks & Parkways -Budget amount - $12,000 -Due to increased demand
and time needed to keep parks and parkways clear of trash, the City will contract for weekly
trash pickup to free up City staff for more productive projects.
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 in the amount of $210,942 for the San Dimas Ave. trail project. Revenue from the
Traffic Congestion Relief (AB 2928) is expected to be reduced significantly from prior years. A
number of major projects are scheduled for this fiscal year. Budget highlights include:
• Streets Overlay & Reconstruction Zone F Priority 2 -Budget amount - $623,000 -
Construc:tion and overlay project for various streets in the Via Verde area.
• Civic Center Sidewalk Replacement -Budget amount $60,000 -This is a carry over project
from last year. To replace damaged hardscape in and around the Civic Center.
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• 210 Freeway Underpass Enhancements -Walnut and San Dimas Canyon Road -Budget
amount - $30,000 -Addition of "Rock Blankets" on freeway underpass at landscaped areas
at 210 Freeway and San Dimas Canyon Road and Walnut. These are carryover projects from
last year.
• Alley Repairs and Reconstruction -Budget amount - $275,000 -Design, repair and
reconstruction of alleys at Penn Street/Baseline, north of 4'h Street -Cataract to Acacia and
Eucla to Acacia.
• 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.
This is a carry over project from last year.
• Town Core Sidewalk Repair -Budget amount - $100,000 -Hazardous sidewalk repairs in the
town core area.
• 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.
• Rhoads Park Gazebo -Budget amount - $30,100 -Gazebo replacement at Rhoads Park.
• Community Arena Bleachers -Budget amount - $25,000 -Install bleachers at the community
arena.
• Bonita Avenue/Exchange Place -Budget amount - $70,000 -Enhancement of intersection.
FUND 20 -COMMUNITY PARK DEVELOPMENT
The Community Park Development fund in FY 03-04 will be receiving its revenue from various
state and county park grants, some of which can only be used for specific purposes. Budget
highlights include:
• Horsethief Canyon Park Phase II Construction -Budget amount - $400,000 -Begin
construction of phase II of Horsethief Canyon Park.
• Horsethief Canyon Park Trails -Budget amount - $132,000 -This is a carryover project from
prior years. The project is funded by a County grant specifically for this project.
• Replace Horse Trail Fencing -Budget amount - $80,000 -Continue with vinyl horse trail
fencing replacement. This year's projects are on Foothill Boulevard and Baseline.
• Park Trash Receptacles, Tables and Benches -Budget amount - $10,000 -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.
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. No new revenue is projected this year, and there are no
planned expenditures. The fund balance will be carried forward for future year expenditures.
FUND 22 -OPEN SPACE DISTRICT #2 (EAST)
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Fund 22 is part of the park development funds that cover the East area of the Open Space
District. No new revenue is projected for this year fund balance will be used for this year's
projects. Budget highlights include:
Pioneer Park: -Budget amount $18,000 -Replace fencing and renovate basketball court.
FUND 23 - GPEN 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 2003-04 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 consists primarily of a transfer of funds from Fund 31
Tax Increment 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 begun to draw funds from the approved Federal HUD Grant to
cover expenses for the restoration and upgrades to the Walker House. The original grant
was approved last year in the amount of $925,000. Additionally, the City will be receiving a
$50,000 grant from Cal Heritage for this project. The City received a grant for $75,000 from
the Getty Foundation in 2001-02 that will also be used for the restoration project. It is
anticipated that work will begin in FY 03-04.
• Corner Landscape Design/Construction -Budget amount - $30,000 -Design of the landscape
at corner of Bonita and San Dimas Avenue in the Puddingstone shopping center.
• Arrow/Bonita Corridor -Budget amount - $20,000 -Renovation of the Wagon Sign at the
entrance to the fast food and Lowes property.
• Decorative Street Light Installation -Budget amount - $60,000 -The continuation of the
multiyear project to replace the street lights in the town core with nostalgic decorative lights.
This yea.r's project area is First Street, between Monte Vista and Cataract.
• San Dimas Avenue Undergrounding s/o Bonita -Budget amount - $200,000 -Construction of
undergrounding for utilities in conjunction with the Puddingstone Center construction.
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FUND 31 -CRA TAX INCREMENT
The Tax Increment fund receives revenue from property tax increment. The money is budgeted
to pay CRA debt on 1998 Tax Allocation 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 Mobile Home Park 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 DIMASlTAX 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, pass through payments to the County, and 1 S' Time
Buyer and Rehab Loan programs.
FUND 40 -COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT
This fund administers the City's CDBG 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. Due to the status of the State Budget the City is not
aware if grant funds will be available this year therefore no new revenue is budgeted. The fund
balance will be expended in 2003-04 to cover general expenditures until the funds are depleted.
Expenditures traditionally expended to this fund have been transferred to the General Fund.
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 and the City is not sure if there will be any new funds this year. The fund
balance will be expended in 2003-04 to cover general expenditures until the funds are depleted.
As in Fund 41 expenditures traditionally expended to this fund have been transferred to the
General Fund.
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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 ongoing revenue for this fund is in the form of
an annual transfer of $250,000 from the General Fund. The expenditures are for replacement of
City vehicles and equipment. Significant capital equipment purchases include:
• Truck Replacements (3) -Budget Amount - $91,000 -Plans for purchase of a new F350 Pick
Up, 1 Ton Dump Truck and 3/4 Ton Utility Truck to replace existing trucks in the fleet.
• Code Enforcement & Building Inspectors Vehicles -Budget amount - $12,000 -One-half of
the annual lease amount for 4 Electric Vehicles used by code enforcement and building
inspectors. The other half of the cost is allocated in Fund 71 AQMD.
• Computer Equipment- Budget amount - $45,700 -Continuation of PC upgrades, server
upgrades, printers, and peripherals as necessary.
• Update Permit System Building & Safety -Budget amount - $30,000 -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 portable printers. This is
a carry over project from last year.
• Automat~sd Engineering Permit System -Budget amount - $10,000 -Automated engineering
permit system to allow staff to complete paperwork in the field and connect with City's
permitting system. This is a carry over project from last year.
• Hand Held Computers -Budget amount - $5,000 -Hand held computers to be used in the
field for code compliance. This is a carry over project from last year.
• Volunteer Car for Sheriff Department -Budget amount $10,000 -City contribution towards
replacement of the car for the Sheriff's volunteers.
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 ~/z of the
annual cost is reflected in Fund 70 Equipment Replacement.
• 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.
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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 services. The Get About and Dial-A-Cab programs are the
primary expense from this fund.
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:
• Transit Center -Budget amount - $1,000,000 -Purchase of the M & E property at the corner
of Bonita and Cataract, for a proposed Transit Center to accommodate the Gold Line.
• Traffic Signal -Budget amount - $26,000 -Install traffic signal at Covina Hills Road and Via
Verde.
• Left Turn Phasing -Budget amount - $30,000 - Install left turn phasing at Lone Hill and
Gladstone.
• 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 MAINTENANCE
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 2002-03:
1. Walker House -Continued with the preparation of construction plans for the renovation of the
Walker House. Continued negotiations with the Festival of Western Arts on a use
agreement.
2. Costco -Continued to work with Costco on the proposed store on the SP24 site. Continued
preparinc~ the Environmental Impact Report and continued negotiations on a Disposition and
Development Agreement. Acquired three parcels within the project area.
3. Housing Property Management -Continued with the management of the Agency owned
Charter Qak Mobile Home Park and Monte Vista Apartments.
4. Albertsons -Worked in conjunction with Albertson's for successful completion of project. The
store opE~ned in January. Designed and constructed Settler's Court park as part of the
project.
5. Lowes -Continued to fulfill Agency obligations as part of the Lowe's and fast food projects.
Lowe's a.nd all three fast food restaurants were completed and opened for business this year.
6. Hotel at Eucla and Arrow Hwy. -Continued to work with a developer for a proposed hotel
project on the property at Eucla and Arrow Highway.
7. Pudding:;tone Shopping Center - Executed a Disposition and Development Agreement for
the sale of the Agency owned portions of the Puddingstone Shopping Center. Negotiated the
relocation of existing tenants. Closed escrow on the property sale. Approved plans for
construction of a CVS Drug Store and renovation of the center. Developed plans for
undergrounding of utilities on San Dimas Avenue as part of the Center renovation.
9. Bonita and Cataract Propertv -Entered into an exclusive agreement with a developer to
attract rs~staurant uses for the Agency owned property on the corner of Bonita and Cataract.
10. Canvon Shopping Center -Continued to review proposals and encourage the successful
development of the Canyon Shopping Center. Completed an appraisal of the property.
11. Decorative Street Lights -Installed the next phase of decorative street lights in the town core
on First Street between Monte Vista and Cataract.
12. Bonita and Eucla Propertv -Reviewed proposals for the sale of the Agency owned property
on Bonita and Eucla.
13. San Dimas Avenue Mixed Use Proposal - Solicited a RFP from property owners for a mixed
use project on San Dimas Avenue between Arrow Hwy and the railroad tracks to the north.
14. 2"d St. Residential Lots -Received bids on for the sale of the two Agency owned lots on 2"d
street for residential development.
15. M & E Property -Negotiated for the purchase of the M & E property on the North West
corner oi` Bonita and Cataract to be used for a future transit center.
16. FAB Loans -Issued one FAB loan to assist a business on Downtown Bonita Avenue with
renovations.
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17. 2"d Mortgage Subsidy Program -Encouraged new home ownership with the 2"d mortgage
subsidy program.
Pursuant to section 33606 of the California Health and Safety Code, the following work
program goals are planned for 2003-2004.
1. Walker House -Conclude preparation of the plans and specifications for the restoration of
the Walker House. Pursue additional funds for the project. Begin the restoration process.
Finalize with the Festival of Western Arts a use agreement and determine additional uses for
the property.
2. Puddingstone Center -Design and construct landscaping for corner entrance at Bonita
Avenue and San Dimas Avenue to the Puddingstone Shopping Center. Complete
underground utility project on San Dimas Avenue as part of the Center renovation.
3. City Entrance Wagon -Renovation of the Entrance Wagon Sign on the corner of Arrow
Highway and Bonita.
4. Bonita and Cataract Property -Continue to market the Agency owned property at Bonita and
Cataract for retail development.
5. Decorative Street Lights -Continue with the decorative street lighting installation in the town
core.
6. Canyon Shopping Center -Continue to pursue the successful development of the Canyon
Center property.
7. Costco -Conduct hearings on the EIR, DDA and zoning entitlements for the Costco project
in SP24. If approved, work with the developer on the acquisition of property in the project
area.
8. Housing Property Management -Continue the management of the City owned Mobile Home
Park and the Monte Vista apartments.
9. Hotel at Arrow Hwv and Eucla -Continue to work with developer on the hotel project on
Arrow Highway and Eucla.
10. Downtown Parking District - Conduct a needs and feasibility study for the Downtown Parking
District.
11. Charter Oak Mobile Home Park Expansion Study -Review the feasibility of the expansion of
the City owned Charter Oak Mobile Home Park.
12. San Dimas Avenue Mixed Use Project -Continue to review opportunities for a mixed use
project on San Dimas Avenue between Arrow Highway and the railroad tracks to the north.
13. 2"d St. Residential Lots -Close escrow on the two Agency owned lots on 2"d Street.
14. M & E Property -Continue to negotiate for the purchase of the M & E property on the North
West corner of Bonita and Cataract.
15. 2"d Mortgage Subsidy Program -Continue to offer the 2"d Mortgage Subsidy Program to
encourage home ownership.
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