Buena Park City Council
July 9, 2024

Mayor
ATTEST:

_______________________________
City Clerk

I, Adria M. Jimenez , City Clerk of the City of Buena Park, California, hereby certify that the foregoing resolution was duly and regularly passed and adopted at a regular meeting of the City Council of the City of Buena Park, held this 9 th day of July 2024.

______________________________________
City Clerk

CITY OF BUENA PARK
Pay Schedule By Classification
Effective June 22, 2024
Position Unit Grade Hr. Mo. Annual Hr. Mo. Annual Hr. Mo. Annual Hr. Mo. Annual Hr. Mo. Annual Hr. Mo. Annual Hr. Mo. Annual Account Clerk BPTOP 117 22.82 3,956 47,466 23.91 4,144 49,733 25.03 4,339 52,062 26.25 4,550 54,600 27.52 4,770 57,242 28.83 4,997 59,966 Accountant BPTOP 136 35.79 6,204 74,443 37.56 6,510 78,125 39.38 6,826 81,910 41.32 7,162 85,946 43.33 7,511 90,126 45.44 7,876 94,515 Accounting Technician BPTOP 125 27.59 4,782 57,387 28.90 5,009 60,112 30.26 5,245 62,941 31.76 5,505 66,061 33.30 5,772 69,264 34.89 6,048 72,571 Administrative Assistant BPTOP 123 26.28 4,555 54,662 27.57 4,779 57,346 28.88 5,006 60,070 30.25 5,243 62,920 31.74 5,502 66,019 33.27 5,767 69,202 Administrative Assistant BPPA 225 26.69 4,626 55,515 28.04 4,860 58,323 29.45 5,105 61,256 30.91 5,358 64,293 32.45 5,625 67,496 34.07 5,906 70,866 Administrative Intern* Non-Represented 3 18.54 3,214 38,563 19.48 3,377 40,518 Assistant City Clerk Mid Management 800 42.30 7,332 87,984 44.35 7,687 92,248 46.54 8,067 96,803 48.79 8,457 101,483 51.18 8,871 106,454 Assistant City Engineer Mid Management 820 68.60 11,891 142,688 71.97 12,475 149,698 75.51 13,088 157,061 79.23 13,733 164,798 83.14 14,411 172,931 Assistant City Manager/Director of Human Resources Executive 101 94.71 16,416 196,997 113.65 19,699 236,392 119.33 20,684 248,206 Assistant Engineer BPTOP 141 40.41 7,004 84,053 42.37 7,344 88,130 44.44 7,703 92,435 46.59 8,076 96,907 48.86 8,469 101,629 51.23 8,880 106,558 Assistant Planner BPTOP 134 34.18 5,925 71,094 35.79 6,204 74,443 37.55 6,509 78,104 39.38 6,826 81,910 41.31 7,160 85,925 43.31 7,507 90,085 Associate Engineer Mid Management 810 53.85 9,334 112,008 56.50 9,793 117,520 59.28 10,275 123,302 62.17 10,776 129,314 65.23 11,307 135,678 Associate Planner BPTOP 141 40.41 7,004 84,053 42.37 7,344 88,130 44.44 7,703 92,435 46.59 8,076 96,907 48.86 8,469 101,629 51.23 8,880 106,558 Building and Safety Manager Mid Management 812 56.50 9,793 117,520 59.29 10,277 123,323 62.18 10,778 129,334 65.24 11,308 135,699 68.43 11,861 142,334 Building Inspector BPTOP 136 35.79 6,204 74,443 37.56 6,510 78,125 39.38 6,826 81,910 41.32 7,162 85,946 43.33 7,511 90,126 45.44 7,876 94,515 Building Inspector Technician BPTOP 133 33.33 5,777 69,326 34.97 6,062 72,738 36.63 6,349 76,190 38.42 6,660 79,914 40.27 6,980 83,762 42.24 7,322 87,859 Bus Driver* Non-Represented 16 20.34 3,526 42,307 21.36 3,702 44,429 22.43 3,888 46,654 23.55 4,082 48,984 24.73 4,287 51,438 Business License Inspector Non-Represented 11 24.83 4,304 51,646 26.06 4,517 54,205 27.36 4,742 56,909 28.74 4,982 59,779 30.19 5,233 62,795 Buyer BPTOP 126 28.26 4,898 58,781 29.59 5,129 61,547 31.03 5,379 64,542 32.50 5,633 67,600 34.10 5,911 70,928 35.74 6,195 74,339 Cashier* Non-Represented 3 18.54 3,214 38,563 19.48 3,377 40,518 City Manager Executive 100 139.34 24,152 289,827
Code Enforcement Officer BPTOP 134 34.18 5,925 71,094 35.79 6,204 74,443 37.55 6,509 78,104 39.38 6,826 81,910 41.31 7,160 85,925 43.31 7,507 90,085 Code Enforcement Supervisor Mid Management 806 48.92 8,480 101,754 51.29 8,890 106,683 53.79 9,324 111,883 56.42 9,780 117,354 59.17 10,256 123,074 Code Enforcement Technician BPTOP 121 25.06 4,344 52,125 26.28 4,555 54,662 27.53 4,772 57,262 28.86 5,002 60,029 30.23 5,240 62,878 31.72 5,498 65,978 Community Outreach Coordinator BPTOP 123 26.28 4,555 54,662 27.57 4,779 57,346 28.88 5,006 60,070 30.25 5,243 62,920 31.74 5,502 66,019 33.27 5,767 69,202 Community Service Aide* Non-Represented 3 18.54 3,214 38,563 19.48 3,377 40,518 Community Services Coordinator BPTOP 131 31.79 5,510 66,123 33.34 5,779 69,347 34.98 6,063 72,758 36.63 6,349 76,190 38.42 6,660 79,914 40.27 6,980 83,762 Community Services Leader I* Non-Represented 1 18.38 3,186 38,230 Community Services Leader II* Non-Represented 3 18.54 3,214 38,563 19.48 3,377 40,518 Community Services Supervisor Mid Management 801 43.34 7,512 90,147 45.47 7,882 94,578 47.69 8,266 99,195 50.03 8,672 104,062 52.46 9,093 109,117 Community Services Supervisor - Y Rate Mid Management 808 42.59 7,383 88,590 44.67 7,743 92,917 46.88 8,125 97,506 49.16 8,521 102,248 51.56 8,938 107,252 Consultant/Specialist Non-Represented 96 26.00 4,507 54,080 114.66 19,874 238,493 Crimes Analyst BPPA 243 40.15 6,959 83,512 42.17 7,310 87,714 44.27 7,674 92,082 46.48 8,057 96,678 48.80 8,459 101,504 51.24 8,882 106,579 Crimes Analyst Assistant BPPA 227 27.05 4,689 56,264 28.40 4,923 59,072 29.81 5,167 62,005 31.32 5,429 65,146 32.88 5,699 68,390 34.51 5982 71781 Director of Community Development Executive 103 88.61 15,359 184,309 106.33 18,431 221,166 111.65 19,353 232,232 Director of Community Services Executive 105 88.61 15,359 184,309 106.33 18,431 221,166 111.65 19,353 232,232 Director of Finance / Treasurer Executive 103 88.61 15,359 184,309 106.33 18,431 221,166 111.65 19,353 232,232 Director of Government and Community Relations (City Clerk) Executive 109 88.61 15,359 184,309 106.33 18,431 221,166 111.65 19,353 232,232 Director of Public Works / City Engineer Executive 112 88.61 15,359 184,309 106.33 18,431 221,166 111.65 19,353 232,232 Driver/Scheduler BPCEA 521 25.06 4,344 52,125 26.27 4,554 54,642 27.53 4,772 57,262 28.84 4,999 59,987 30.23 5,240 62,878 31.72 5,498 65,978 Economic Development Administrator Mid Management 820 68.60 11,891 142,688 71.97 12,475 149,698 75.51 13,088 157,061 79.23 13,733 164,798 83.14 14,411 172,931 Emergency Services Coordinator* Non-Represented 14 37.73 6,540 78,478 39.62 6,868 82,410 41.60 7,211 86,528 43.68 7,571 90,854 45.86 7,949 95,389 Engineering Aide* Non-Represented 9 22.93 3,975 47,694
Environmental Inspector BPTOP 132 32.56 5,644 67,725 34.17 5,923 71,074 35.77 6,200 74,402 37.54 6,507 78,083 39.38 6,826 81,910 41.30 7,159 85,904 Executive Assistant BPTOP 131 31.79 5,510 66,123 33.34 5,779 69,347 34.98 6,063 72,758 36.63 6,349 76,190 38.42 6,660 79,914 40.27 6,980 83,762 Facilities and Parks Superintendent Mid Management 806 48.92 8,480 101,754 51.29 8,890 106,683 53.79 9,324 111,883 56.42 9,780 117,354 59.17 10,256 123,074 Facilities Maintenance Technician BPCEA 526 28.26 4,898 58,781 29.59 5,129 61,547 31.03 5,379 64,542 32.53 5,639 67,662 34.10 5,911 70,928 35.75 6,197 74,360 Facilities Maintenance Worker BPCEA 522 25.67 4,450 53,394 26.91 4,664 55,973 28.19 4,886 58,635 29.55 5,122 61,464 30.96 5,366 64,397 32.47 5,628 67,538 Finance Manager Mid Management 814 59.31 10,280 123,365 62.19 10,780 129,355 65.27 11,314 135,762 68.48 11,870 142,438 71.86 12,456 149,469 Step 7Step 6Step 1 Step 2 Step 3 Step 4 Step 5
*Monthly and Annual Salary are only approximate rates based on the Hourly conversion. Council Approved July 8, 2024

CITY OF BUENA PARK
Pay Schedule By Classification
Effective June 22, 2024
Position Unit Grade Hr. Mo. Annual Hr. Mo. Annual Hr. Mo. Annual Hr. Mo. Annual Hr. Mo. Annual Hr. Mo. Annual Hr. Mo. Annual Step 7Step 6Step 1 Step 2 Step 3 Step 4 Step 5
Fleet Maintenance Supervisor Mid Management 800 42.30 7,332 87,984 44.35 7,687 92,248 46.54 8,067 96,803 48.79 8,457 101,483 51.18 8,871 106,454 Fleet Mechanic BPCEA 529 30.33 5,257 63,086 31.78 5,509 66,102 33.32 5,776 69,306 34.93 6,055 72,654 36.61 6,346 76,149 38.40 6,656 79,872 Forensic Specialist BPPA 234 32.12 5,568 66,810 33.73 5,847 70,158 35.43 6,141 73,694 37.19 6,446 77,355 39.03 6,765 81,182 40.99 7,105 85,259 Homeless Outreach Case Manager Non-Represented 12 27.21 4,716 56,597 28.57 4,952 59,426 30.00 5,200 62,400 31.50 5,460 65,520 33.08 5,734 68,806 Homeless Outreach Coordinator BPTOP 131 31.79 5,510 66,123 33.34 5,779 69,347 34.98 6,063 72,758 36.63 6,349 76,190 38.42 6,660 79,914 40.27 6,980 83,762 Homeless Outreach Supervisor Mid Management 801 43.34 7,512 90,147 45.47 7,882 94,578 47.69 8,266 99,195 50.03 8,672 104,062 52.46 9,093 109,117 Housing and CDBG Analyst BPTOP 141 40.41 7,004 84,053 42.37 7,344 88,130 44.44 7,703 92,435 46.59 8,076 96,907 48.86 8,469 101,629 51.23 8,880 106,558 Human Resources Analyst BPTOP 141 40.41 7,004 84,053 42.37 7,344 88,130 44.44 7,703 92,435 46.59 8,076 96,907 48.86 8,469 101,629 51.23 8,880 106,558 Human Resources Manager Mid Management 814 59.31 10,280 123,365 62.19 10,780 129,355 65.27 11,314 135,762 68.48 11,870 142,438 71.86 12,456 149,469 Human Resources Specialist BPTOP 132 32.56 5,644 67,725 34.17 5,923 71,074 35.77 6,200 74,402 37.54 6,507 78,083 39.38 6,826 81,910 41.30 7,159 85,904 Information Technology Administrator BPPA 251 50.10 8,684 104,208 52.57 9,112 109,346 55.25 9,577 114,920 57.98 10,050 120,598 60.88 10,553 126,630 63.95 11,085 133,016 Information Technology Specialist BPPA 244 41.11 7,126 85,509 43.21 7,490 89,877 45.34 7,859 94,307 47.61 8,252 99,029 49.99 8,665 103,979 52.49 9,098 109,179 Information Technology Supervisor BPPA 252 57.89 10,034 120,411 60.77 10,534 126,402 63.81 11,060 132,725 67.00 11,613 139,360 70.35 12,194 146,328 73.87 12,804 153,650 Lead Facilities Maintenance Technician BPCEA 531 31.45 5,451 65,416 33.01 5,722 68,661 34.66 6,008 72,093 36.39 6,308 75,691 38.20 6,621 79,456 40.12 6,954 83,450 Lead Fleet Mechanic BPCEA 533 33.33 5,777 69,326 34.98 6,063 72,758 36.65 6,353 76,232 38.42 6,660 79,914 40.27 6,980 83,762 42.24 7,322 87,859 Lead Maintenance Worker BPCEA 531 31.45 5,451 65,416 33.01 5,722 68,661 34.66 6,008 72,093 36.39 6,308 75,691 38.20 6,621 79,456 40.12 6,954 83,450 Lead Police Services Officer BPPA 230 29.12 5,048 60,570 30.58 5,301 63,606 32.11 5,566 66,789 33.72 5,845 70,138 35.40 6,136 73,632 37.18 6,445 77,334 Lead Sewer Services Technician BPCEA 534 32.98 5,717 68,598 35.21 6,103 73,237 37.40 6,483 77,792 39.56 6,857 82,285 41.80 7,245 86,944 43.97 7,622 91,458 Lead Signs & Markings Technician BPCEA 531 31.45 5,451 65,416 33.01 5,722 68,661 34.66 6,008 72,093 36.39 6,308 75,691 38.20 6,621 79,456 40.12 6,954 83,450 Lead Water Services Technician BPCEA 534 32.98 5,717 68,598 35.21 6,103 73,237 37.40 6,483 77,792 39.56 6,857 82,285 41.80 7,245 86,944 43.97 7,622 91,458 Lifeguard* Non-Represented 2 17.09 2,962 35,547 17.90 3,103 37,232 18.81 3,260 39,125 19.75 3,423 41,080 20.73 3,593 43,118 Lube Technician* Non-Represented 4 17.61 3,052 36,629 18.50 3,207 38,480 19.41 3,364 40,373 20.38 3,533 42,390 Mailroom Aide BPTOP 113 20.79 3,604 43,243 21.76 3,772 45,261 22.81 3,954 47,445 23.90 4,143 49,712 24.99 4,332 51,979 26.25 4,550 54,600 Maintenance Assistant* Non-Represented 1 18.38 3,186 38,230 Maintenance Helper BPCEA 508 18.50 3,207 38,480 19.38 3,359 40,310 20.28 3,515 42,182 21.23 3,680 44,158 22.26 3,858 46,301 23.30 4,039 48,464 Maintenance Worker BPCEA 522 25.67 4,450 53,394 26.91 4,664 55,973 28.19 4,886 58,635 29.55 5,122 61,464 30.96 5,366 64,397 32.47 5628 67538 Management Analyst BPTOP 141 40.41 7,004 84,053 42.37 7,344 88,130 44.44 7,703 92,435 46.59 8,076 96,907 48.86 8,469 101,629 51.23 8,880 106,558 Management Assistant BPTOP 134 34.18 5,925 71,094 35.79 6,204 74,443 37.55 6,509 78,104 39.38 6,826 81,910 41.31 7,160 85,925 43.31 7,507 90,085 Marketing Aide* Non-Represented 3 18.54 3,214 38,563 19.48 3,377 40,518 Marketing Assistant BPTOP 114 21.26 3,685 44,221 22.27 3,860 46,322 23.33 4,044 48,526 24.45 4,238 50,856 25.59 4,436 53,227 26.85 4,654 55,848 Marketing Specialist BPTOP 130 31.05 5,382 64,584 32.56 5,644 67,725 34.16 5,921 71,053 35.76 6,198 74,381 37.53 6,505 78,062 39.36 6,822 81,869 Office Aide* Non-Represented 3 18.54 3,214 38,563 19.48 3,377 40,518 Office Assistant BPTOP 114 21.26 3,685 44,221 22.27 3,860 46,322 23.33 4,044 48,526 24.45 4,238 50,856 25.59 4,436 53,227 26.85 4,654 55,848 Operations Manager Mid Management 820 68.60 11,891 142,688 71.97 12,475 149,698 75.51 13,088 157,061 79.23 13,733 164,798 83.14 14,411 172,931 Payroll Technician BPTOP 129 30.33 5,257 63,086 31.78 5,509 66,102 33.32 5,776 69,306 34.93 6,055 72,654 36.61 6,346 76,149 38.37 6,651 79,810 Permit Technician BPTOP 121 25.06 4,344 52,125 26.28 4,555 54,662 27.53 4,772 57,262 28.86 5,002 60,029 30.23 5,240 62,878 31.72 5,498 65,978 Planning Aide* Non-Represented 9 22.93 3,975 47,694
Planning Manager Mid Management 812 56.50 9,793 117,520 59.29 10,277 123,323 62.18 10,778 129,334 65.24 11,308 135,699 68.43 11,861 142,334 PlanningTechnician BPTOP 121 25.06 4,344 52,125 26.28 4,555 54,662 27.53 4,772 57,262 28.86 5,002 60,029 30.23 5,240 62,878 31.72 5,498 65,978 Police Cadet* Non-Represented 8 21.69 3,760 45,115 22.77 3,947 47,362 23.91 4,144 49,733 25.12 4,354 52,250 26.38 4,573 54,870 Police Captain PMG 720 83.39 14,454 173,451 87.52 15,170 182,042 91.83 15,917 191,006 96.35 16,701 200,408 101.09 17,522 210,267 104.12 18,047 216,570 Police Chief Executive 111 123.29 21,370 256,443
Police Communications Call Taker Non-Represented 11 24.83 4,304 51,646 26.06 4,517 54,205 27.36 4,742 56,909 28.74 4,982 59,779 30.19 5,233 62,795 Police Corporal BPPA 348 48.47 8,402 100,818 50.87 8,818 105,810 53.45 9,265 111,176 56.12 9,728 116,730 58.88 10,206 122,470 61.85 10,721 128,648 63.71 11,043 132,517 Police Dispatcher BPPA 431 32.48 5,630 67,558 34.11 5,912 70,949 35.81 6,207 74,485 37.58 6,514 78,166 39.48 6,843 82,118 41.45 7,185 86,216 42.69 7,400 88,795 Police Dispatcher Supervisor BPPA 245 43.89 7,608 91,291 46.10 7,991 95,888 48.35 8,381 100,568 50.80 8,805 105,664 53.34 9,246 110,947 56.03 9,712 116,542 57.71 10,003 120,037 Police Lead Dispatcher BPPA 235 36.76 6,372 76,461 38.60 6,691 80,288 40.53 7,025 84,302 42.54 7,374 88,483 44.69 7,746 92,955 46.90 8,129 97,552 48.31 8,374 100,485 Police Lieutenant PMG 714 72.06 12,490 149,885 75.64 13,111 157,331 79.33 13,751 165,006 83.25 14,430 173,160 87.39 15,148 181,771 90.01 15,602 187,221 Police Officer BPPA 345 44.96 7,793 93,517 47.23 8,187 98,238 49.58 8,594 103,126 52.05 9,022 108,264 54.65 9,473 113,672 57.38 9,946 119,350 59.10 10,244 122,928 *Monthly and Annual Salary are only approximate rates based on the Hourly conversion. Council Approved July 8, 2024

CITY OF BUENA PARK
Pay Schedule By Classification
Effective June 22, 2024
Position Unit Grade Hr. Mo. Annual Hr. Mo. Annual Hr. Mo. Annual Hr. Mo. Annual Hr. Mo. Annual Hr. Mo. Annual Hr. Mo. Annual Step 7Step 6Step 1 Step 2 Step 3 Step 4 Step 5
Police Records Clerk BPPA 419 23.60 4,091 49,088 24.77 4,294 51,522 26.02 4,510 54,122 27.32 4,736 56,826 28.70 4,975 59,696 30.14 5,224 62,691 Police Records Supervisor BPPA 241 38.20 6,621 79,456 40.11 6,952 83,429 42.12 7,301 87,610 44.23 7,667 91,998 46.45 8,051 96,616 48.77 8,454 101,442 Police Recruit BPPA 231 29.86 5,176 62,109 31.35 5,434 65,208 32.92 5,706 68,474 34.59 5,996 71,947 36.30 6,292 75,504 38.10 6,604 79,248 Police Reserve Officer Non-Represented 98 28.67 4,970 59,634 Police Reserve Officer (Extra Duty Detail) Non-Represented 99 43.01 7,455 89,461 Police Sergeant BPPA 354 58.33 10,111 121,326 61.22 10,612 127,338 64.28 11,142 133,702 67.53 11,705 140,462 70.90 12,289 147,472 74.42 12,900 154,794 76.66 13,288 159,453 Police Services Officer BPPA 424 25.59 4,436 53,227 26.88 4,659 55,910 28.22 4,892 58,698 29.61 5,132 61,589 31.11 5,392 64,709 32.68 5,665 67,974 Police Training Assistant* Non-Represented 8 21.69 3,760 45,115 22.77 3,947 47,362 23.91 4,144 49,733 25.12 4,354 52,250 26.38 4,573 54,870 Police Transcriptionist* Non-Represented 5 18.80 3,259 39,104 19.74 3,422 41,059 20.71 3,590 43,077 21.75 3,770 45,240 22.84 3,959 47,507 Pool Manager Non-Represented 12 27.21 4,716 56,597 28.57 4,952 59,426 30.00 5,200 62,400 31.50 5,460 65,520 33.08 5,734 68,806 Principal Engineer Mid Management 814 59.31 10,280 123,365 62.19 10,780 129,355 65.27 11,314 135,762 68.48 11,870 142,438 71.86 12,456 149,469 Property Technician BPPA 230 29.12 5,048 60,570 30.58 5,301 63,606 32.11 5,566 66,789 33.72 5,845 70,138 35.40 6,136 73,632 37.18 6,445 77,334 Public Works Inspector BPTOP 136 35.80 6,205 74,464 37.56 6,510 78,125 39.38 6,826 81,910 41.32 7,162 85,946 43.33 7,511 90,126 45.44 7,876 94,515 Public Works Manager Mid Management 814 59.31 10,280 123,365 62.19 10,780 129,355 65.27 11,314 135,762 68.48 11,870 142,438 71.86 12,456 149,469 Purchasing Manager Mid Management 814 59.31 10,280 123,365 62.19 10,780 129,355 65.27 11,314 135,762 68.48 11,870 142,438 71.86 12,456 149,469 Secretary Clerk BPTOP 118 23.34 4,046 48,547 24.51 4,248 50,981 25.64 4,444 53,331 26.91 4,664 55,973 28.17 4,883 58,594 29.54 5,120 61,443 Senior Account Clerk BPPA 223 25.44 4,410 52,915 26.71 4,630 55,557 28.06 4,864 58,365 29.47 5,108 61,298 30.94 5,363 64,355 32.47 5,628 67,538 Sewer Services Superintendent Mid Management 806 48.92 8,480 101,754 51.29 8,890 106,683 53.79 9,324 111,883 56.42 9,780 117,354 59.17 10,256 123,074 Sewer Services Technician BPCEA 522 25.67 4,450 53,394 26.91 4,664 55,973 28.19 4,886 58,635 29.55 5,122 61,464 30.96 5,366 64,397 32.47 5,628 67,538 Sr. Account Clerk BPTOP 122 25.67 4,450 53,394 26.92 4,666 55,994 28.19 4,886 58,635 29.55 5,122 61,464 30.96 5,366 64,397 32.47 5,628 67,538 Sr. Accountant BPTOP 139 38.50 6,673 80,080 40.36 6,996 83,949 42.34 7,339 88,067 44.40 7,696 92,352 46.56 8,070 96,845 48.83 8,464 101,566 Sr. Accounting Technician BPTOP 129 30.33 5,257 63,086 31.78 5,509 66,102 33.32 5,776 69,306 34.93 6,055 72,654 36.61 6,346 76,149 38.37 6,651 79,810 Sr. Administrative Assistant BPTOP 126 28.26 4,898 58,781 29.59 5,129 61,547 31.03 5,379 64,542 32.50 5,633 67,600 34.10 5,911 70,928 35.74 6,195 74,339 Sr. Administrative Assistant BPPA 228 28.68 4,971 59,654 30.12 5,221 62,650 31.61 5,479 65,749 33.20 5,755 69,056 34.85 6,041 72,488 36.60 6,344 76,128 Sr. Building Inspector/Code Enf. BPTOP 139 38.50 6,673 80,080 40.36 6,996 83,949 42.34 7,339 88,067 44.40 7,696 92,352 46.56 8,070 96,845 48.83 8,464 101,566 Sr. Building Inspector/Plan Checker BPTOP 146 45.56 7,897 94,765 47.80 8,285 99,424 50.12 8,688 104,250 52.55 9,109 109,304 55.13 9,556 114,670 57.86 10,029 120,349 Sr. Community Services Leader* Non-Represented 6 19.02 3,297 39,562 19.98 3,463 41,558 20.97 3,635 43,618 Sr. Engineering Technician BPTOP 138 37.57 6,512 78,146 39.40 6,829 81,952 41.33 7,164 85,966 43.33 7,511 90,126 45.44 7,876 94,515 47.65 8,259 99,112 Sr. Engineering Technician/GIS Specialist BPTOP 144 43.41 7,524 90,293 45.52 7,890 94,682 47.74 8,275 99,299 50.07 8,679 104,146 52.54 9,107 109,283 55.10 9,551 114,608 Sr. Environmental Inspector BPTOP 139 38.50 6,673 80,080 40.36 6,996 83,949 42.34 7,339 88,067 44.40 7,696 92,352 46.56 8,070 96,845 48.83 8,464 101,566 Sr. Human Resources Analyst Mid Management 810 53.85 9,334 112,008 56.50 9,793 117,520 59.28 10,275 123,302 62.17 10,776 129,314 65.23 11,307 135,678 Sr. Lifeguard* Non-Represented 7 18.14 3,144 37,731 19.05 3,302 39,624 20.00 3,467 41,600 21.00 3,640 43,680 23.15 4,013 48,152 Sr. Maintenance Worker BPCEA 526 28.26 4,898 58,781 29.59 5,129 61,547 31.03 5,379 64,542 32.53 5,639 67,662 34.10 5,911 70,928 35.75 6,197 74,360 Sr. Management Analyst Mid Management 810 53.85 9,334 112,008 56.50 9,793 117,520 59.28 10,275 123,302 62.17 10,776 129,314 65.23 11,307 135,678 Sr. Office Assistant BPTOP 116 22.29 3,864 46,363 23.33 4,044 48,526 24.47 4,242 50,898 25.60 4,437 53,248 26.86 4,656 55,869 28.12 4,874 58,490 Sr. Planner BPTOP 146 45.56 7,897 94,765 47.80 8,285 99,424 50.12 8,688 104,250 52.55 9,109 109,304 55.13 9,556 114,670 57.86 10,029 120,349 Sr. Public Works Inspector BPTOP 139 38.50 6,673 80,080 40.36 6,996 83,949 42.34 7,339 88,067 44.40 7,696 92,352 46.56 8,070 96,845 48.83 8,464 101,566 Sr. Sewer Services Technician BPCEA 526 28.26 4,898 58,781 29.59 5,129 61,547 31.03 5,379 64,542 32.53 5,639 67,662 34.10 5,911 70,928 35.75 6,197 74,360 Sr. Traffic Painter BPCEA 526 28.26 4,898 58,781 29.59 5,129 61,547 31.03 5,379 64,542 32.53 5,639 67,662 34.10 5,911 70,928 35.75 6,197 74,360 Sr. Water Services Technician BPCEA 526 28.26 4,898 58,781 29.59 5,129 61,547 31.03 5,379 64,542 32.53 5,639 67,662 34.10 5,911 70,928 35.75 6,197 74,360 Storekeeper BPTOP 125 27.59 4,782 57,387 28.90 5,009 60,112 30.26 5,245 62,941 31.76 5,505 66,061 33.30 5,772 69,264 34.89 6,048 72,571 Street Maintenance Superintendent Mid Management 806 48.92 8,480 101,754 51.29 8,890 106,683 53.79 9,324 111,883 56.42 9,780 117,354 59.17 10,256 123,074 Sustainability Manager Mid Management 818 65.33 11,324 135,886 68.59 11,889 142,667 71.96 12,473 149,677 75.50 13,087 157,040 79.21 13,730 164,757 Traffic Enforcement Specialist BPPA 422 24.59 4,262 51,147 25.82 4,476 53,706 27.11 4,699 56,389 28.47 4,935 59,218 29.89 5,181 62,171 31.38 5,439 65,270 Video Technician Non-Represented 90 26.00 4,507 54,080 56.00 9,707 116,480 Visit Buena Park Director Mid Management 815 60.77 10,534 126,402 63.75 11,050 132,600 66.87 11,591 139,090 70.18 12,165 145,974 73.63 12,763 153,150 Visitor Services and Sales Manager Mid Management 782 27.04 4,687 56,243 28.38 4,919 59,030 29.79 5,164 61,963 31.30 5,425 65,104 32.85 5,694 68,328 Water Loss Specialist BPTOP 139 38.50 6,673 80,080 40.36 6,996 83,949 42.34 7,339 88,067 44.40 7,696 92,352 46.56 8,070 96,845 48.83 8,464 101,566 Water Quality Specialist BPTOP 139 38.50 6,673 80,080 40.36 6,996 83,949 42.34 7,339 88,067 44.40 7,696 92,352 46.56 8,070 96,845 48.83 8,464 101,566 *Monthly and Annual Salary are only approximate rates based on the Hourly conversion. Council Approved July 8, 2024

CITY OF BUENA PARK
Pay Schedule By Classification
Effective June 22, 2024
Position Unit Grade Hr. Mo. Annual Hr. Mo. Annual Hr. Mo. Annual Hr. Mo. Annual Hr. Mo. Annual Hr. Mo. Annual Hr. Mo. Annual Step 7Step 6Step 1 Step 2 Step 3 Step 4 Step 5
Water Services Manager Mid Management 814 59.31 10,280 123,365 62.19 10,780 129,355 65.27 11,314 135,762 68.48 11,870 142,438 71.86 12,456 149,469 Water Services Technician BPCEA 522 25.67 4,450 53,394 26.91 4,664 55,973 28.19 4,886 58,635 29.55 5,122 61,464 30.96 5,366 64,397 32.47 5,628 67,538 *Monthly and Annual Salary are only approximate rates based on the Hourly conversion. Council Approved July 8, 2024 City of Buena Park
City Council Regular Meeting Agenda Report

COMMERCIAL CORRIDOR FACADE IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM GUIDELINES AND BUDGET ALLOCATION Meeting
Tuesday, July 9, 2024, 5:00 PM
Agenda Group
NEW BUSINESS Item: 5C
Presented By
Matt Foulkes, Director of Community and Economic
Development
Prepared By
Matt Foulkes, Director of Community and Economic
Development
Approved By
Aaron France, City Manager

RECOMMENDED ACTION
1) Approve the proposed Commercial Corridor facade Improvement Program Guidelines; 2) Authorize the City Manager  and City Attorney to make any necessary, non-monetary changes to the program guidelines; 3) Authorize the City Manager and City Clerk to execute agreements with the selected business/property owners; and 3) Approve a budget appropriation in the amount of $1,000,000 from the undesignated Economic Development Fund balance for this program.

PREVIOUS CITY COUNCIL ACTION
On March 26, 2024, the City Council received a study session regarding commercial corridor blight abatement and facade improvement program. The direction provided at that meeting was to develop commercial corridor facade improvement program guidelines and return to the City Council for approval of the guidelines and appropriation of funds for this program.

DISCUSSION
The primary goal of the proposed commercial facade improvement program is to revitalize and improve the appearance and aesthetics of facade along commercial corridors in the City. The program will provide financial assistance to property/business owners to encourage investment by making storefront facade and other site improvements to their commercial buildings and properties. The objective of the grant is to prevent blight and deterioration of commercial buildings, promote business retention and expansion, and to enhance economic growth in the City.

Following the study session on March 26, 2024, city staff contacted several other cities in Orange and Los Angeles counties that offer similar programs. Based on the information gathered during this outreach, the City of Anaheim’s program was found to most closely align with the intended goals for the Buena Park program.

The proposed Program will provide financial assistance in the form of a one-time City grant for each eligible property or business. Program participation eligibility as well as authorized types of improvements have been specified in the guidelines to help ensure the program achieves its intended goals. Each property owner or business owner is required to contribute at least 25% of the total eligible improvement costs, which includes soft costs such as plans, permits, and architectural and engineering fees. The City will provide grant funds for the remaining 75% up to the grant funding limits outlined below. Both applicant and City's funds will be deposited into an escrow account prior to the start of the project to ensure the necessary project funding is ready and available. An agreement will be prepared by the City and must be signed by the City and Property/Business Owner prior to the commencement of work. There are two tiers of grants available:

Grant A:  Cosmetic Improvements of up to $10,000
The cosmetic improvement grants are intended for businesses wishing to make modest, non-structural improvements to their facade or property. Examples of the types of improvements could include, but are not limited to:

Professional repair of exterior surfaces
Exterior painting of the building visible from public right-of-way Exterior lighting to enhance the building appearance and/or safety Landscaping improvements visible from the public right-of-way Repair, replacement or installation of awnings and canopies Removal and replacement of nonconforming signs (e.g., pole signs, roof signs) The City may consider additional improvements not listed as “eligible improvements” that contribute to the overall character of the commercial corridor on a case-by-case basis. Examples of improvements that are not eligible under the program include:

Any improvements that are not visible from the public right-of-way Parking lot resurfacing
Non-visible mechanical equipment screening
Interior improvements/remodeling
Temporary, portable, or non-permanent improvements
New construction and additions
Property  acquisition,  debt  refinancing,  expansion  of  building  area,  or conversion of building use Items that would be considered 'routine maintenance'
HVAC repair/improvements
Plumbing repairs/improvements
Asphalt resurfacing/re-striping
Grant B:  Structural Improvements of up to $100,000
The Structural Improvements grants are intended for businesses or properties wishing to make more substantial, structural improvements to their facade or a combination of improvements to both the building and the property.

Examples of the types of improvements that could be made in this grant category include, but are not limited to:

Storefront restoration or renovation
Professional repair of exterior surfaces
Exterior painting of buildings visible from public right-of-way Exterior facade treatments (e.g. stucco, brick veneer, awnings, paint removal, etc.) Signage repair or replacement (wall/monument)
Exterior door and window repair or replacement
Exterior lighting to enhance building appearance and/or safety Mechanical equipment screening visible from public right-of-way Landscaping improvements
Asphalt resurfacing/re-striping
Like the Cosmetic Grant, the City may consider additional improvements not listed as “eligible improvements” that contribute to the overall character of the commercial corridor on a case-by-case basis.

By accepting grant funds, the business/property owner will agree to maintain all improvements and to keep storefronts, as well as sides and back of buildings, clean and free of graffiti and trash for ten years if the applicant owns the property, or for the remainder of the term of the lease if the applicant is a tenant. If a Building Permit is required for the proposed improvement projects, the applicant is responsible for submitting plans that meet all the requirements of the City’s Building Division. If permits are not required, work must begin within 60 days of grant approval. The Economic Development Division will act as the primary point of contact and help facilitate communication between the City’s Planning Division and Building Division once project plans and related materials have been submitted for approval. All improvements completed as part of the Program are “public works” as that term is used in Section 1720 of the California Labor Code.  Accordingly, if required by State law, the selected contractor must comply with the prevailing wage rates as determined by the State of California.

BUDGET IMPACT
Program funds are proposed to be allocated from the City's undesignated Economic Development Fund balance in the amount of $1,000,000. It is expected that the disbursement of funds will occur over a 6- to12-month period depending on the level of participation and the type of grant funds requested by each business/property.

Attachments
DRAFT BP Program Guidelines.pdf

City of Buena Park

COMMERCIAL FACADE IMPROVEMENT

PROGRAM GUIDELINES

Community & Economic Development
July 9, 2024

City of Buena Park
Commercial Facade Improvement Program Guidelines

PROGRAM OVERVIEW
The Commercial Facade Improvement Program is a grant program created to revitalize and improve the appearance and aesthetics of facades along commercial corridors in the City of Buena Park .

The program will provide financial assistance to property/business owners to encourage investment by making storefront facade improvements to their commercial buildings. The objective of the grant is to prevent blight and deterioration of commercial buildings , promote business retention and expansion, and to enhance economic growth in the City.

PROGRAM SUMMARY
The program is designed to provide financial assistance to commercial property owners and businesses to make storefront facade improvements along commercial corridors. Financial assistance is in the form of a one-time City Grant for each eligible property or business (see Eligibility and Program Requirements). An agreement will be prepared by the City and must be signed by the City and Property/Business Owner prior to the commencement of work. Grant applications for work previously completed are not eligible. There are two programs available:

1. Grant A: Cosmetic Improvements of up to $10,000

2. Grant B: Structural Improvements of up to $100,000

PROGRAM OBJECTIVES
The objective of the program is to improve the appearance of storefronts visible to the public along the City’s commercial corridors. The program will provide businesses with an economic incentive to:

1. Promote storefront rehabilitation along commercial corridors;

2. Encourage reinvestment in commercial storefront buildings;

3. Create attractive and vibrant commercial corridors that revitalize the City as a regional destination for the community, visitors and tourists;

4. Make improvements that produce a highly visible contribution to the City;

5. Provide businesses with capital to enable property improvements and renovations.

PROGRAM ADMINISTRATION
The Buena Park Economic Development Division shall be responsible for the administration, coordination and marketing of the Program in accordance with the guidelines. City staff will review and process applications to determine an applicant’s eligibility based on the program guidelines.

SOURCE OF FUNDS
Funding for this program is through the City ’s General Fund allocated and approved by the City Council. Grants will be offered as funding is available and the City reserves the right to amend or terminate the program at any time. This program is designed to encourage private investment by providing financial assistance to property/business owners to make improvements to their building or public facing property, enhancing commercial corridors and stimulating economic activity.

APPLICANT ELIGIBILITY AND PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS
Eligible Applicants
The applicant(s) must be either the property owner or the business owner (tenant) of a commercial storefront property to be eligible for Program assistance. The business/property must be a permitted or conditionally permitted use within a commercial zone and meet the following requirements:

1. Property must be located in the City

2. Must be a for-profit business

3. Business must have an active business license

4. Property taxes, utility fees, and transient occupancy taxes (if applicable) must be current

5. The subject p roperty must not have any liens or be subject to legal judgements which would prohibit the funds from being used for the intended purposes of this program

6. Business must have a storefront that is visible to a public street

7. Applicant must be in good standing with the City

If a business owner who is also a tenant is applying, they must obtain authorization from the property owner(s) on a form provided by the City as part of the application submittal. The City will verify property ownership and, in the case of multiple ownership of the commercial property, will require all entities on title to give written consent.

PROGRAM LIMITATIONS
If a building or unit is occupied by one tenant occupant, the maximum number of applications is one per unit. If a building has multiple units, improvements shall be unified in design and present a comprehensive facade for all units that are part of a singular building.

No tenant or building facade will qualify for this program more than once in five years. Property owners, when owners of non -contiguous real property in different eligible locations, may receive individual grants tied to each individual legal parcels and/or commercial properties or commercial center.

TYPES OF FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE AVAILABLE

GRANT A: Cosmetic Exterior Improvements up to $10,000

A. Eligible Improvements. Program assistance may only be used for exterior rehabilitation items. Such exterior improvements may include, but are not limited to:

• Professional repair of exterior surfaces
• Exterior painting of building visible from public right-of-way • Exterior lighting to enhance building appearance and/or safety • Landscaping improvements visible from the public right-of-way • Repair, replacement of installation of awnings and canopies • Addressing compliance with the Buena Park Municipal Code that will make a significant improvement to the appearance of the property • Removal and replacement of nonconforming signs (e.g., pole signs, roof signs)

Note: The City may consider additional improvements not listed as “eligible improvements” that contribute to the overall character of the commercial corridor on a case-by-case basis.

B. Ineligible Improvements. The following improvements are not eligible under the program:

• Any improvements not visible from the public right-of-way or publicly owned space • Parking lot resurfacing
• Non-visible mechanical equipment screening
• Interior improvements/remodeling
• Temporary, portable, or non-permanent improvements
• New construction and additions
• Property acquisition, debt refinancing, expansion of building area, or conversion of building use
• Routine maintenance and repair
• HVAC repair/improvements
• Plumbing repairs/improvements
• Asphalt resurfacing/re-striping
• Security Cameras

C. Owner Matching Contribution. The maximum total grant amount is $10,000. Each property owner or business owner is required to contribute at least 25% of the total eligible improvement costs, which includes soft costs such as plans, permits and architectural and engineering fees. The City will provide grant funds up to 75%, not to exceed $10,000 of the total eligible improvement costs. Each property owner or business owner is required to contribute a minimum of 25% or the balance above the City’s maximum contribution to equal the project cost.

GRANT A
Matching Contribution Example

Total Improvements Costs (one building facade) $12,500
City Contribution $9,375
Property Owner/Business Owner Contribution $3,125

GRANT B: Structural Improvements up to $100,000

A. Eligible Improvements. Program assistance may only be used for exterior rehabilitation items. Such exterior improvements may include, but are not limited to:

• Storefront restoration or renovation
• Professional repair of exterior surfaces
• Exterior painting of buildings visible from public right-of-way • Exterior facade treatments (stucco, brick veneer, awnings, paint removal, etc.) • Signage repair or replacement (wall/monument)

• Exterior door and window repair or replacement
• Exterior lighting to enhance building appearance and/or safety • Mechanical equipment screening visible from public right-of-way • Landscaping improvements
• Asphalt resurfacing/re-striping

Note:
1) The City may consider additional improvements not listed as “eligible improvements” that contribute to the overall character of the commercial corridor on a case-by-case basis. 2) The project shall comply with accessibility requirements as per the California Building Codes as adopted and amended by the California Municipal Code, Title 15.

B. Ineligible Improvements. The following improvements are not eligible under the program:

• Any improvements not visible from the public right-of-way or publicly owned space • Nonvisible mechanical equipment screening
• Interior improvements/remodeling
• Temporary, portable, or non-permanent improvements
• Building expansions and additions
• Property acquisition, debt refinancing, or conversion of building use • Routine maintenance and repair
• HVAC repair/improvements
• Plumbing repairs/improvements
• Security cameras

C. Owner Matching Contribution. The maximum total grant amount is $100,000. Each business is required to contribute at least 25% of the total eligible improvement costs, which includes soft costs such as plans, permits and architectural and engineering fees. The City will provide grant funds up to 75%, not to exceed $100,000 of the total eligible improvement costs. Each business is required to contribute a minimum of 25% or the balance above the City’s maximum contribution to equal the project cost.

Grant B
Matching Contribution Example

Total Project Improvement Cost $250,000
City Contribution $100,000
Business Owner Contribution $150,000

OBLIGATION TO MAINTAIN PROPERTY
By accepting grant funds, the applicant commits to properly maintain all improvements and to keep storefronts, as well as sides and back of buildings, clean and free of graffiti and trash:

(i) for ten (10) years if the applicant owns the property; or

(ii) for the remainder of the term of the lease if the applicant is a tenant

Any damage to the facade is to be repaired immediately by the applicant, at applicant/owners’ sole cost, so that the building remains in good condition and positively contributes to the business area.

On an ongoing basis, the applicant is required to touch up painted areas and perform any other repairs needed to maintain the building appearance including the cleaning of any awnings (recommended at least once a year).

PROGRAM PROCEDURES
Application Submittal
The following documentation must be submitted at time of application:

• A completed and signed application form
• “Before” photos of the building exterior where the improvements are proposed • If the applicant is a tenant, a copy of the current lease (financial terms of the lease may be redacted) and signed consent from the property owner • Copy of Business License

Applications for participation in the program may be obtained from the Economic Division or online at www.buenapark.com/economicdevelopment

Application Pre-qualification and Evaluation
Each application will be processed in the order received. Staff will review applications for completeness, verify the applicant’s eligibility and advise applicants of any deficiencies or incomplete applications. Applicants determined to be ineligible will be notified by written correspondence.

Upon completion of a pre- qualification review, staff will contact the applicant to schedule an appointment to review program requirements, identify project scope in conjunction with the City’s on-call architect, recommend specific improvements based on site analysis or architectural design, and budget requirements. The City will provide up to two architectural design options for applicant selection and allow for one round of revisions based on applicants input.

Scoring Categories and Maximum Points (Table 1)

Category Maximum Points Possible
The building is highly visible due to its location near a major transportation intersection and/or corridor

40 Highly visible elements of the building will be improved 20 Scope of work and impact of building improvements to
commercial corridor 25
Rectification of nonconforming building/sign elements;
compliance with Buena Park Municipal Code

10 High level of service calls (i.e. code enforcement/public safety) 5

Application approval is subject to funding availability. An applicant’s eligibility determination is not a commitment of funds. Funds shall only be committed upon the full execution of the grant agreement (see Notification of Award of Grant; Grant Agreement below).

Bid/Scope/Contractor Review
Upon selection of architectural design, applicant will obtain a minimum of three bids from qualified contractors for submission to, and review by, the City. The scope of work provided by the selected contractor must be consistent with the approved design. The City’s review of the selected contractor will be consistent with the scoring criteria identified in Table 2.

Contractor Selection/Requirements
The City will provide a list of known contractors who have expressed interest in bidding on this type of rehabilitation work and are licensed by the Contractor’s State License Board. The property owner or business owner may choose a contractor from the list or select their own contractor that has the appropriate license(s) and meets the minimum qualifications of the Program as identified in Table 2.

It is required that the property/business owner(s) obtain at least three (3) proposals before submitting all proposals to the City for review and approval. Once the bid is approved by the City, the property/business owner is responsible for entering into a contract with the contractor. The selected contractor will use the renderings approved/agreed upon by both the City and applicant to create a set of construction drawings and a comprehensive scope of work. The bid, scope of work and plans will be subject to a final approval by City Staff prior to submission to the Planning Division.

Contractor Requirements:

a. Have a current California Contractor’s License
b. Have a City Business License
c. Have ownership of all necessary equipment to complete the work d. Provide a resume/portfolio of similar projects for review and approval by the City staff e. Be responsible for a majority of the work to be completed (at least 30%) f. Have liability and workers’ compensation insurance
g. Provide at least three references and recently completed projects

Any contractor with lapsed General Liability and/or Workers’ Compensation insurance or a valid state contractor’s license shall be removed from the job until he/she is able to provide proof of current insurance and/or license. All contractors shall be required to obtain a City Business License prior to the issuance of a building permit.

Ineligible Contractors.

The Economic Development Division and the applicant(s) shall agree not to award any contractor rehabilitation work, to be paid for in whole or in part with proceeds from a Program grant, to any contractor who does not have a valid state contractor’s license, who cannot produce sufficient evidence of current General Liability and Workers’ Compensation coverage.

All owners/tenants (applicants), or any member of the applicant’s family, are considered ineligible, regardless of credentials or license. Any ineligible contractor found working at the job site will be removed immediately, without compensation.

Scoring Categories and Maximum Points for Contractor Approval (Table 2)

Category Maximum Points Possible
Owns the equipment necessary to complete the
specified work
10 Relevant resume/portfolio 30
Has required licenses and insurance 10
The majority of the work (30%) will be completed
by the Primary Contractor 20
References and recently completed projects 30

NOTIFICATION OF AWARD; GRANT AGREEMENT
After the City’s review of the application package is completed, program applicants will be notified of the City's decision regarding grant amount, scope of work and contractor selection. Following approval of the application, a grant agreement must be executed between the applicant and the City committing the applicant to complete the improvements according to approved plans and committing the City to reimbursement upon completion of the project. The grant agreement must be fully executed prior to proceeding with any construction. The grant agreement will state applicable terms and conditions and require that the approved applicant indemnifies the City from all liability arising from or in consequence to City's administration of the Program.

CITY PERMIT AND APPROVALS
Upon application approval, the applicant is responsible for submitting project plans and related materials to the Planning Division for review and approval . If a Building Permit is required, the applicant is responsible for submitting plans that meet all the requirements of the City’s Building Division. Failure to begin work wit hin 60 days of permit approval will result in forfeiture of the grant allocation. If permits are not required, work must begin within 60 days of grant approval.

The Economic Development Division will act as the point of contact and help facilitate communication between the City’s Planning Division and Building Division once project plans and related materials have been submitted for approval.

PREVAILING WAGE
All improvements completed as part of the Program are “public works” as that term is used in Section 1720 of the California Labor Code. Accordingly, if required by State law, the selected contractor must comply with the prevailing wage rates as determined by the State of California.

DISBURSEMENT OF FUNDS
Applicants receiving grant funds may submit requests for disbursement in installments or a lump sum upon completion. A third -party escrow company will be retained by the City to disperse funds. The applicant is required to submit 25% of the total project costs or the balance above the City’s maximum contribution into the escrow account.

All payment requests must be submitted to the City for review and approval. All request shall be signed by the contractor and applicant certifying that the work has been satisfactorily completed.

Payment requests must include proof of payment and other supporting documentation, as deemed necessary by the City (i.e., invoices, receipts, cancelled checks, etc.), sufficient to demonstrate to the City's satisfaction that the improvements have been completed before the escrow company will disburse payment to the contractor. Payments are made on a reimbursement basis and no advance payments will be allowed. Payments shall not exceed the approved grant amount. Retention of 10% of total project cost will be held in escrow until project completion and release of all liens.

APPROVAL OF PROGRAM LEGAL DOCUMENTS
All program legal documents will be approved as to form by the City Attorney prior to their use.

PROGRAM GUIDELINES CHANGES AND MODIFICATIONS
The City’s Community and Economic Devel opment Director may modify the program guidelines as necessary to achieve the goals and objectives of the program.

CONTACT INFORMATION
For questions or additional information regarding the Commercial Rehabilitation Program, please contact the following:

City of Buena Park
Economic Development Division
6650 Beach Boulevard
Buena Park, CA 90622
(714) 562-3586

City of Buena Park
City Council Regular Meeting Agenda Report
APPEAL OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION APPROVAL OF CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. CU-23-5 Consideration of an appeal of the Planning Commission approval of CU-23-5 for a Halloween/horror-themed entertainment facility within the Buena Park Downtown Mall at 8308 On the Mall.

Meeting
Tuesday, July 9, 2024, 5:00 PM
Agenda Group
PUBLIC HEARING Item: 6A
Presented By
Ian McAleese, Senior Planner
Prepared By
Ian McAleese, Senior Planner
Approved By
Aaron France, City Manager

RECOMMENDED ACTION
1) Conduct a public hearing; and, 2) Adopt a Resolution denying the appeal and upholding the Planning Commission's approval of Conditional Use Permit No. CU-23-5.

PREVIOUS CITY COUNCIL ACTION
No previous City Council action.

DISCUSSION
The applicant, on behalf of the property owner, has submitted an application, plans, and business plan requesting a conditional use permit to establish and operate a Halloween/horror-themed entertainment attraction (The 17th Door) within an existing 53,113-square-foot tenant space in the lower level of the mall on the east side of the building near Walmart. The proposed use will be located on the lower level of the Buena Park Downtown Mall (“Mall”) within the former Sugar Plum Market.

The Mall is an approximately 10.7-acre property located on the south side of La Palma Avenue between Stanton Avenue and Dale Street. The Mall and surrounding surface parking lots are zoned CR (Regional Commercial) with a General Plan Land Use designation of Entertainment Mixed-Use. The site is also within the Entertainment Corridor Focus Area, which is envisioned as a pedestrian-friendly and tourist-oriented destination that connects Knott’s Berry Farm to the Mall and other visitor-serving uses along Beach Boulevard.

SURROUNDING LAND USE CHARACTERISTICS:

GENERAL PLAN ZONING            EXISTING LAND USE

North Entertainment Mixed-UseCR (Regional Commercial) Restaurants (Olive Garden and Chili’s) South Entertainment Mixed-UseCR (Regional Commercial) Theaters (Krikorian Metroplex) East Entertainment Mixed-UseCR (Regional Commercial) Retail (Walmart) West Entertainment Mixed-UseCR (Regional Commercial) Retail (mall tenants)

BACKGROUND:

The Buena Park Mall was constructed in the early 1960s as an open-air regional shopping center anchored by two major tenants, with a third anchor tenant added in the early 1970s. In the late 1970s, the Mall was converted to an indoor mall with subsequent modifications to add a lower level interior area and freestanding pad buildings. During the late 1990s, the Mall renovation included conversion of the interior theater complex to retail space, as well as a new food court area.

In 2001, the Planning Commission approved Conditional Use Permit No. CU-1283 and Master Plan No. MP 01-03, for the construction of the Krikorian Metroplex Theatre, and associated Entertainment Center, four new multi-tenant buildings, as well as an outdoor plaza area.

In 2006, the 24-Hour Fitness as well as the lower level of Steve and Barry’s Sportswear were completed. The Steve and Barry’s lower level space included customer access from the interior of the store as well as direct access through the lower level of the Mall.

In 2007, the Planning Commission approved Conditional Use Permit No. CU07-018 to allow John’s Incredible Pizza to occupy approximately 55,000 square feet of space within the western portion of the lower level of the Mall. As part of the John’s Incredible Pizza tenant improvements, the common lower-level areas were removed so that access to the lower-level tenants (John’s Incredible Pizza on the west and Steve and Barry’s on the east) was only through direct access points from the upper level of the mall or from the exterior entrances.

In October 2008, Steve and Barry’s closed and the lower level of the former sports apparel store was occupied seasonally by the Sugar Plum Market, a retail craft fair.

In 2023, the City Council approved a development for 1,176 multifamily units and 126 townhomes, 39,000 square feet of amenities and lobby space, 2,971 parking spaces, and an approximately one-acre park at the former Sears store and parking location.

On May 22, 2024, the Planning Commission unanimously passed and adopted Resolution No. 6339 approving the Conditional Use Permit No. CU-23-5 to allow the operation of a year-round Halloween/horror-themed entertainment facility within an existing 53,113-square-foot tenant space.

On June 3, 2024, John Parlet, owner of John’s Incredible Pizza, filed an appeal to the Planning Commission’s decision with the City Clerk.

APPLICATION ANALYSIS:

Project Description
The applicant, on behalf of the property owner, has submitted the application, plans, and business plan requesting a conditional use permit to establish and operate a Halloween/horror-themed entertainment attraction (The 17th Door) within an existing 53,113-square-foot tenant space in the lower level of the mall on the east side of the building near Walmart. A conditional use permit is required for indoor theaters and entertainment uses. According to the business plan, the proposed business will operate a mix of attractions ranging from year-round escape rooms and horror themed movie theaters to a seasonal Halloween maze, and other temporary attractions such as virtual reality and other Halloween experiences. The development of these attractions will occur in phases, with the first phase to include the Halloween maze, one escape room, restrooms and common areas, and the second phase will include the second escape room, two theaters and other temporary attractions. The proposed operating hours are Sunday through Thursday from 3:00 p.m. to 12:15 a.m., and Friday through Saturday from 2:00 p.m. to 1:30 a.m. and will remain closed during the other hours of the day. A detailed list of the daily hours of operation and services is available in Attachment 3.

The Mall has a daily closing time of 8:00 p.m., and the entertainment facility will be operating past closing time.

Conditions of approval have been included which require security to be provided beginning 30-minutes prior to mall closing hours through 1-hour past the business operating hours. Stanchions will be placed west of the entrance along with security guards to direct patrons leaving the business to the two exits that will remain open, which will be located near Walmart on the east side of the mall.

Floor Plan
When both phase 1 and phase 2 are complete, the proposed business will occupy a net floor area of 31,044 square feet within the lower level of the Mall. The floor area is comprised of approximately 5,903 square feet of entry/common area that contains ticket sales, two escape rooms of 1,957 and 2,428 square feet, two 55-seat movie theaters at 2,055 square feet, multi-purpose space of 2,739 square feet, maze area of 4,898 square feet, with the rest of the space utilized for prop storage, offices, break rooms, and other miscellaneous storage. Most of the un-utilized area is for emergency exiting corridors for the proposed use. There are no floor area additions or exterior changes to the building proposed.

Access and Parking
Vehicular access will be provided from existing driveways located on La Palma Avenue, Stanton Avenue, and Dale Street. The subject property maintains a reciprocal access and parking agreement with the surrounding adjacent properties (Walmart and former Sears). Pedestrian access to the proposed business will remain unchanged from the existing conditions and be provided through the mall’s main entrances.

Retail use, such as the apparel store that previously occupied this space, are by-right uses of the space. These uses would require 5 parking spaces per 1,000 square feet, which is equal to 155 parking spaces. The proposed entertainment use requires 17 less parking spaces. The parking requirement for the proposed business is as follows:

Horror Theaters (phase 2): 37 spaces
Office (phase 1): 8 spaces
Storage (phase 1): 3 spaces
Maze and Escape Rooms (phase 1 and 2): 90 spaces
Total Parking Required (Phase 1 and 2): 138 parking spaces The 138 parking spaces will be provided through the shared parking areas surrounding the mall.

Buena Park Downtown Mall currently totals 988,423 square feet of shopping center uses consisting of retail (including Walmart), restaurants, a movie theater, and a health club (24-hour Fitness). After demolition of the former Sears and Sears Auto (267,487 square feet), the mall would be reduced to 720,936 square feet. The current Mall parking supply totals 4,845 spaces, which will be reduced to a total of 2,480 on-site parking spaces upon the development of the previously approved The Village project. Further, the Village project included 511 surface parking spaces that will be shared between the proposed residential and existing commercial developments.

Therefore, the total on-site parking provided between the mall and Walmart parking lots is 2,480 parking spaces that are available for the proposed business.

Further, there is a surplus of parking spaces within The Village project. Per the parking study conducted by The Village project, the total parking demand for the apartment component of the development is 1,740 spaces, which corresponds to a surplus of 853 spaces when compared to The Village's apartment parking supply of 2,593 spaces. The total parking demand for the townhome component of The Village totals 252 spaces, which has a surplus of 126 spaces when compared to the proposed townhome supply of 378 parking spaces for a total surplus of 979 parking spaces when compared against The Village’s project total parking supply of 2,971 spaces.

It is important to note that the parking demand study conducted for The Village project assumed 100% occupancy of mall tenant spaces at a mixture of restaurant and retail occupancies while the current mall occupancy is approximately 65% tenanted. Based on this projected surplus of parking, there are sufficient parking spaces to accommodate and share parking spaces with the Mall to address any parking deficiencies that could occur during the highest parking demand periods in the future.

Additionally, Assembly Bill 2097 (AB 2097) is a California law that prohibits public agencies or cities from imposing a minimum automobile parking requirement on most development projects, including residential, commercial, and industrial projects located within a half-mile of a major transit stop. Buena Park Downtown is located within a half- mile of a major transit corridor that runs along La Palma Avenue and is therefore subject to AB 2097. State law requires a city to make written findings, supported by a preponderance of evidence in the record, within 30 days of receipt of a completed application, that approval of the project would have a substantially negative impact on the City’s ability to meet its share of the regional housing need or to meet any special housing needs for elderly or persons with disabilities. Based on the surplus parking identified in the Parking Study conducted for The Villages project, the reduction in required parking for the proposed entertainment use compared to the by-right retail use of the tenant space, and the predominantly off-peak operating hours proposed by the business, the City concluded that there was not sufficient evidence to make written findings to require additional parking for the proposed business within the required 30-day period.

DISCUSSION:

Pursuant to the Buena Park Municipal Code (BPMC) Section 19.512.010 (Uses Permitted), indoor theaters and entertainment uses are conditionally permitted within the CR (Regional Commercial) zoning district. In addition, pursuant to Chapter 5.24 (Entertainment Permits), any entertainment use requires a separate Entertainment Permit, which is included as a condition of approval. Section 19.128.020 (Conditional Use Permits) of the City of Buena Park Municipal Code (BPMC) requires Planning Commission review and approval for any use that is conditionally permitted. To recommend approval of a conditional use permit, the Planning Commission must make the following findings:

The proposed use and development is consistent with the General Plan and any applicable specific plans; The site is adequate in size, shape, topography, location, utilities, and other factors, to accommodate the use and development;
Adequate street access and traffic capacity are or will be available to serve the proposed development as well as existing and anticipated development in the surrounding area; Adequate utilities and public services are or will be available to serve the proposed development as well as existing and anticipated development in the surrounding area; The use and development will be compatible with the intended character of the area; Any adverse effects of the use and development are justified and fully balanced by offsetting benefits to the public interest.

City staff reviewed the proposed development plans, business plan and visited the property and have determined that the facility and site are adequate to support the proposed use within the existing tenant space. The proposed use, as conditioned, is consistent with the goals and policies of the General Plan and complies with all development standards within the CR (Regional Commercial) zone. Further, a Halloween-themed business will be appropriate within the context of the existing indoor shopping mall and will not negatively impact the surrounding properties. The proposed hours of operation for the 17th Door are predominantly off-peak compared to the other uses at the mall, which will further minimize any potential impacts to existing businesses. Lastly, appropriate conditions of approval have been added to ensure that patrons coming to this business after the mall has closed will not negatively impact existing mall tenants.

APPEAL OF PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION:

On June 3, 2024, the Planning Commission’s action approving Conditional Use Permit No. CU-23-5 was appealed by John Parlet, owner of John’s Incredible Pizza Co. The BPMC Section 19.120.070 requires each appeal to be considered ‘de novo’, and the appellate body shall follow the same procedure and apply the same criteria as prescribed for the original proceeding of the matter. The draft City Council resolution consists of the findings required for the approval of a Conditional Use Permit. Further, a discussion of the grounds for appeal provided in the appeal letter and City response is provided below:

The appeal letter provided the following grounds for an appeal:

1. The Resolution passed adopting the CUP makes no findings regarding inadequate Mall parking, even though the Appellant raised the issue in writing and at the Planning Commission hearing.

City Response: The City determined that based on the parking study conducted by The Village project, the reduced parking required for the proposed use compared to a by-right use of the space for retail, the off-peak hours of operation for the proposed business, and the applicability of AB 2097, no additional parking could be required for the proposed use. An updated Resolution has been provided which elaborates these findings and supports the City’s rationale for not requiring additional parking.

2. Finding (g) of the adopting resolution is unsupported by substantial evidence, i.e., the adverse effects of the use and development were not "fully balanced by offsetting benefits to the public interest." The grossly inadequate parking at the Mall was never shown to be offset by any benefit to the public by adding a new Mall tenant.

City Response: The only identified potential adverse effects of the commercial recreation use of the existing tenant space have been adequately addressed through the conditions of approval and are specific to the late-night hours of operation of the business which differ from the mall and could result in impacts to mall tenants and surrounding properties from patrons leaving the subject business late in the evening. Conditions of approval have been added which require a security plan and security personnel to ensure that patrons leaving the business after the mall has closed are directed to their vehicles and leave the mall property. The amount of parking required for the proposed use is less than the amount of parking that would be required for a by-right use of the space for retail uses.

Additionally, the proposed entertainment facility will benefit the local economy by allowing a new tenant to operate within an existing vacant tenant space within the mall, providing both employment opportunities and additional mall patrons.

3. The Project is not exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act ("CEQA") under the Class I Categorical Exemption for Existing Facilities. The "unexpected consequences" exception to using the Class 1 Categorical Exemption was never mentioned or discussed, nor is there any evidence to support this conclusion in the record. This violates CEQA, subjecting the City to the potential of litigation for failure to comply with the California Environmental Quality Act. An initial study must be undertaken, and the proper environmental study performed to remedy or mitigate the inadequate parking at the Mall.

City Response: The City determined that the proposed project is Categorically Exempt, pursuant to Section 15301 (Existing Facilities) Class 1 of the State California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) Guidelines. Section 15301 of the CEQA Guidelines state that a Class 1 exemption consists of the operation, repair, maintenance, permitting, leasing, licensing, or minor alteration of existing public or private structures involving negligible or no expansion of existing or former use. Per the CEQA Guidelines, the key consideration is whether the project involves negligible or no expansion of use. The appeal references Section 15300.2 (Exceptions), subsection (c) Significant Effect. This exception states that a Categorical Exemption shall not be used where this is a reasonable possibility that the activity will have a significant effect on the environment due to unusual circumstances. The proposed Halloween/horror-themed business is located within an existing tenant space of an indoor shopping mall with no proposed expansion. Additionally, the required parking for the proposed use is less than what would be required for a by-right retail use of the space. There are no “unusual circumstances” applicable to the proposed use which would warrant additional environmental review. A Notice of Exemption for this project was filed on May 23, 2024.

ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT:

The project is Categorically Exempt, pursuant to Section 15301 (Existing Facilities) Class 1 of the State California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) Guidelines. A Class 1 exemption consists of the operation, repair, maintenance, permitting, leasing, licensing, or minor alteration of existing public or private structures involving negligible or no expansion of existing or former use. Per the CEQA Guidelines, the key consideration is whether the project involves negligible or no expansion of use. The proposed Halloween/horror-themed business is located within an existing tenant space of an indoor shopping mall with no proposed expansion. Additionally, the required parking for the proposed use is less than what would be required for a by-right retail use of the space. A Notice of Exemption was filed on May 23, 2024.

PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE
Notice of the appeal public hearing for the Buena Park City Council was posted at City Hall, Buena Park Library, and Ehlers Event Center on June 28, 2024, and 148 public hearing notices of this Buena Park City Council were mailed to property owners within 300 feet of the subject property on June 28, 2024.

BUDGET IMPACT
There is no budget impact associated with this action

Attachments
Proposed City Council Resolution for Conditional Use Permit No. CU-23-5.pdf Development Plans stamped RECEIVED MAR 21 2024 PLANNING DIV.pdf Business Plan stamped RECEIVED DEC 18 2023 PLANNING DIV.pdf Appeal Letter stamped RECEIVED JUN 3 2024 CITY CLERK'S OFFICE.pdfM 222024Pl i C i i M ti Mi t df pp p pMay 22, 2024 Planning Commission Meeting Minutes.pdf Planning Commission Resolution No. 6339.pdf

CITY COUNCIL RESOLUTION NO.

CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. CU-23-5

A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BUENA

PARK, CALIFORNIA , DENYING AN APPEAL AS FILED AND
UPHOLDING THE MAY 22, 2024 PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION AS

MODIFIED APPROVING A REQUEST TO ALLOW THE OPERATION OF

A YEAR-ROUND HALLOWEEN/HORROR-THEMED ENTERTAINMENT
FACILITY, CONSISTING OF TWO (2) ESCAPE ROOMS, TWO (2)
HORROR-THEMED MOVIE THEATERS, ONE (1) SEASONAL MAZE,

AND OTHER TEMPORARY ATTRACTIONS WITHIN AN EXISTING
53,113 SQUARE-FOOT TENANT SPACE, LOCATED AT 8308 ON THE MALL (APN: 070-511-15), WITHIN THE CR (REGIONAL COMMERCIAL)

ZONE AND MAKING FINDINGS IN SUPPORT THEREOF

A. Recitals.

(i) Heather Luther, applicant, 360 E 1st Street #667, Tustin, CA 92780, on behalf of NEWKOA, LLC, property owner, 3240 Wilshire Boulevard Suite 570, Los Angeles, CA 90010, has filed an application for a Conditional Use Permit No. CU-23-5 to allow for the operation of a year-round Halloween/horror-themed entertainment facility, located at 8308 On the Mall, Buena Park, California, 90620, in the County of Orange (APN: 070 -511-15) (hereinafter referred to as the “Application”).

(ii) On May 22, 2024, the Planning Commission conducted a duly noticed public hearing on the Application, as required by law, and considered all elements of the proposed Conditional Use Permit No. CU -23-5 and concluded its public hearing prior to adoption of its Resolution No. 6339 approving the requested Application.

(iii) On June 3, 2024, John Parlet (Appellant), Owner of John’s Incredible Pizza, 8601 On the Mall, Buena Park CA 90620, filed an appeal of the Planning Commission’s Resolution No. 6339 approving the Application contending that “no findings were present in the Resolution relating to inadequate Mall parking, finding (g) is unsupported by substantial evidence since the inadequate Mall parking was not shown to be offset by any public benefit, and that the project was not Categorically Exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) under Class 1 because there are ‘unexpected consequences” (the “Appeal”)

(iv) On July 9, 2024, the City Council, after notice given in accordance with Buena Park Municipal Code (BPMC) Chapter 19.120 (Appeals), conducted a duly noticed public hearing to consider the Appeal and Application, reviewed the record on appeal, heard presentations from the Appellant , opponents of the appeal , and considered all oral and written evidence presented in connection with the matter prior to adopting this Resolution denying the Appeal and upholding the Planning Commission’s action.

(v) All legal prerequisites to the adoption of this Resolution have occurred.

B. Resolution.

Resolution No.

Conditional Use Permit No. CU-23-5 Appeal
July 9, 2024

NOW, THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BUENA PARK, does hereby find, determine and resolve as follows:

Section 1. The City Council hereby specifically finds that all the facts set forth in the Recitals, Part A, of this Resolution are true and correct.

Section 2. Based upon subst antial evidence presented to the City Council during the above-referenced hearing, including written staff reports, verbal testimony, and the Conditional Use Permit No. CU -23-5 development plans stamped “RECEIVED MAR 21 2024 PLANNING DIV.”, this City Council hereby specifically finds , determines, and resolves as follows:

a. The grounds for appeal as stated in the Notice of Appeal dated June 3, 2024 conform to the requirements of BPMC Chapter 19.120 (Appeals).

b. The findings of the Planning Commission are hereby approved, confirmed, ratified, and adopted as modified herein; and conclusions of the Planning Commission based upon those findings are rational and in the public interest.

c. The findings, conclusions, and conditions expressed in the minutes of the Planning Commission public hearing of May 22, 2024 are also supported by the record and are in the public interest and are also approved, confirmed, ratified, and adopted as modified in subsection 2.e. below.

d. That adoption of this Resolution shall constitute the final action of the City Council in accordance with BPMC Section 19.120.085 (City Council Review of Decisions of the Planning Commission).

e. FINDING: The proposed use and development is consistent with the General Plan and any applicable specific plans.

FACT: The proposed establishment of a Halloween/horror-themed entertainment facility is consistent with the City’s General Plan and Zoning Ordinance, as conditioned, and w ill meet applicable operating standards. The proposed operation of the entertainment facility is consistent with the General Plan and zoning in that it is located within a land use that promotes entertainment, shopping, and dining uses along with supporting business.

f. FINDING: The site is adequate in size, shape, topography, locatio n, utilities and other factors to accommodate the proposed use.

FACT: The site is developed as an indoor shopping mall and includes uses such as retail, restaurants, theaters, and personal service uses. The site is adequate in size, shape,

Resolution No.

Conditional Use Permit No. CU-23-5 Appeal
July 9, 2024

topography, location, and other fact ors, to accommodate the operation of an entertainment facility.

g. FINDING: Adequate street access and traffic capacity are or will be available to serve the proposed development as well as
existing and anticipated development in the surrounding area.

FACT: The subject site is located between Dale Street and Stanton Avenue on La Palma Avenue. La Palma Avenue is
considered a Primary Arterial in the City’s Mobility Element, within the General Plan. A Primary Arterial is a four-lane divided roadway, with a typical right -of-way width of 100 feet. As such, adequate street access and traffic capacity are available to serve the proposed entertainment facility as well as existing anticipated development in the surrounding area.

h. FINDING: Adequate utilities and public services will be available to serve the use as well as exist ing and anticipated
development in the surrounding area.

FACT: Adequate utilities and public services are available to serve the proposed entertainment facility use as well as existing and anticipated development in the surrounding area. The site is ful ly developed with an indoor shopping mall and meets the City standards for public services and utilities to serve the site.

i. FINDING: The use and development will be compatible with the intended character of the area.

FACT: The proposed entertainment facility use will be compatible with the existing and intended character of the area. The proposal, as conditioned, will not create a use inconsistent with established and anticipated area uses due to required operating conditions, existing site and buildi ng design, as well as separation and buffering.

j. FINDING: Any criteria set forth elsewhere in this Title for the approval of the specific use and development will be satisfied.

FACT: Pursuant to City Code Section 19.5 12.010 (Uses
Permitted), any entertainment facility or indoor movie
theater requires a Conditional Use Permit. As conditioned, the proposed entertainment facility will comply with these standards. The off-peak hours of operation, requirements of Assembly Bill 2094, and parking requirement s for the
proposed use being a reduction in overall parking for the

Resolution No.

Conditional Use Permit No. CU-23-5 Appeal
July 9, 2024

space compared to if it was developed with a by-right retail development, the City determines that no additional parking is required for the proposed use.
k. FINDING: Any adverse effects of the use and development are justified and fully balanced by offsetting benefits to the public interest.

FACT: Any adverse effects that may come from the entertainment facility at this site are justified and fully balanced by offsetting benefits to the public interest in that the use will provide additional entertainment recreation options . The proposed entertainment facility will benefit the local
economy by allowing a new tenant to operate within an
existing vacant tenant space within the indoor shopping mall in the City. Additionally, there are conditions of approval that shall be implemented to prevent potentially adverse effects on the general public.

Section 3. The City Council hereby finds and determines that the project identified above in this Resolution, is Categorically Exempt from the requirements of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) of 1970, as amended, and the Guidelines promulgated thereunder pursuant to Class 1, Section 15301 (Existing Facilities) of Division 6 of Title 14 of the California Code of Regulations. A Class 1 exemption consists of the operation, repair, maintenance, permitting, leasing, licensing, or minor alteration of existing public or private structures involvin g negligible or no expansion of existing or former use. Per the CEQA Guidelines, the key consideration is whether the project involves negligible or no expansion of use. The proposed Halloween/horror -themed business is located within an existing tenant spa ce of an indoor shopping mall with no proposed expansion. Additionally, the required parking for the proposed use is less than what would be required for a by-right retail use of the space

Section 4. Based upon the findings and conclusions set forth in paragraphs 1, 2, and 3 above, the City Council hereby denies the Appeal as filed and upholds the Planning Commission Resolution No.6339 adopted on May 22, 2024 to approve the Application for Conditional Use Permit No. CU-23-5 as modified.

Section 5. The City Clerk shall certify to the adoption of this Resolution and it shall become effective immediately.

PASSED AND ADOPTED this 9th day of July 2024 by the following called vote:

AYES: COUNCIL MEMBERS:

NOES: COUNCIL MEMBERS:

ABSENT: COUNCIL MEMBERS:

Resolution No.

Conditional Use Permit No. CU-23-5 Appeal
July 9, 2024

ABSTAINED: COUNCIL MEMBERS:

Mayor

ATTEST:

City Clerk

I, Adria M. Jimenez, City Clerk of the City of Buena Park, do hereby certify that the foregoing Resolution was approved at a regular meeting of the Council of the City of Buena Park held on the ____ day of ________________

City Clerk

M
anic Mind Productions, LLC
Heather & Robert Luther
[email protected]
(949) 235-8809
B
usiness Overview:

A year-round Halloweeen/horror themed entertainment facility. The entire site includes a total of 53,113 sq ft encompassing 2 interactive movie theaters (12,400sq ft), 2 escape rooms (6966 sq ft), a seasonal Halloween maze attraction (18,900 sqft), a multi-purpose space for temporary horror themed attractions (6,957 sqft), and a central "common area". (7,890 sqft) S
easonal Halloween Maze:

A 35-minute interactive haunted maze experience featuring actors, interactive special effects, and physical obstacles.
• Operating 32 nights from mid September through early November AND up to 12 additional off-season nights throughout the year
• Operating hours: Sunday through Thursday 6pm - 12:15am, Friday and Saturday 6pm - 1:30am
• Fixed group sizes of 4-8 people with a structured flow-through allows complete control of crowd sizes and occupant load
• Limited quantity of tickets are sold in 30-minute time slots which greatly reduces wait times, crowd sizes, loitering, and parking demand
• We provide licensed security guards for the interior of the attraction, as well as the exterior and parking lot
• Maze is constructed of modular wall panels and the configuration is changed annually Y
ear-Round Escape Rooms:

A 60-80 minute horror themed escape experience where guests try to "escape" a series of rooms by solving problems and performing physical tasks before time runs out. • Operating hours: Sunday through Thursday 3pm - 11pm, Friday and Saturday 2pm - 12am CU-23-5

RECEIVED
DEC 18 2023

PLANNING DIV
• Fixed group sizes of 4-8 people begin the experience every 20 minutes • Maximum # of guests per night for 2 escape rooms is 480 persons

Year-Round Horror Movie Theater:

A horror themed movie theater specializing in classic horror movies. An immersive experience including costumed actors and staff.
• (2) intimately sized screening rooms with a max capacity of 60 persons each • Movie start times: Sunday through Thursday 5pm - 9:30pm, Friday and Saturday 5pm - 10:30pm
• Pre-packaged food and concessions will be sold, including candy, popcorn, nachos, pretzels, soda, etc.

Multi-Purpose Space - Temporary Attractions:

An open format multi-purpose space to be used for various possible attractions on a temporary basis.
• Possible attractions could include a virtual reality experience or a temporary Halloween experience or maze
• Hours of operation will match the escape room, movie theater, or Halloween maze

ATTACHMENT 5
Please utilize the below link to access the Planning Commission Minutes from the May 22, 2024 meeting;
https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/fast-archive- 274904.appspot.com/o/buenaparkca%2Fpdfs%2Fminutes%2F2024-05- 22%20PC%20M.pdf?alt=media&token=c1612453-209a-4ce6-9187-4e0f38f63dca

City of Buena Park
City Council Regular Meeting Agenda Report

DISCUSS AND PROVIDE DIRECTION REGARDING THE CREATION OF AN OFFICIAL CITY OF BUENA PARK SONG

CONTEST
Meeting
Tuesday, July 9, 2024, 5:00 PM
Agenda Group
STUDY SESSION Item: 9A
Presented By
Mark Sauceda, Community Services Supervisor
Prepared By
Mark Sauceda, Community Services Supervisor
Approved By
Aaron France, City Manager

DISCUSSION
Mayor Sonne calendared the item of developing an official city song for City Council's consideration. While several songs have been composed about our city in the past, Buena Park currently lacks an official city song. The establishment of such a song through a contest presents an exciting opportunity to invite our community in a creative endeavor that promotes cultural expression and civic engagement. Many cities across the country have successfully implemented official city song contests, often in commemoration of milestone anniversaries or as part of broader cultural initiatives. These contests not only showcase local talent but also provide a platform for residents to express their affinity for their hometown through music.

One option would be to have the Cultural Engagement Commission, in conjunction with the Mayor, host the song contest and judge the submissions. This contest could be open to the general public, inviting submissions of original songs that reflect the spirit and identity of the city. The contest could be widely publicized through various channels to encourage broad participation from residents and local musicians. Outreach efforts could include social media, local media outlets, community events, and City Council announcements. First, second, and third place winners would be selected with recognition and prizes awarded, accordingly. The estimated cost of organizing and promoting the contest, including supplies, advertising, and prizes, is projected to range between $3,000 to $3,200.

Contest Criteria:

Originality - Submissions must feature original lyrics and melodies.

Family Friendly - Songs must be appropriate for all ages, with no obscenities or inappropriate content.

Inclusion of City name - The name "Buena Park" must be incorporated into the lyrics at least once.

Format - Submissions should be in mp3 format and include a lyric sheet.

Length - Songs should not exceed 4 minutes and 30 seconds in duration.

Tentative Timeline

July 9 City Council Discusses Program (Study Session)
July 23 City Council Approves Program and Budget
Amendment
July 29 - September 17 Contest Promotion
September 19 Submission Deadline
September 23-26 Committee Review
September 30 Notify Winners

Attachments
SONG- MY OWN BUENA PARK.pdf

City of Buena Park
City Council Regular Meeting Agenda Report

DISCUSS AND PROVIDE DIRECTION REGARDING THE USE OF THE CITY DIGITAL MARQUEE BY LOCAL NON-

PROFIT GROUPS
Meeting
Tuesday, July 9, 2024, 5:00 PM
Agenda Group
STUDY SESSION Item: 9B
Presented By
Jessica Fewer, Senior Management Analyst
Prepared By
Eddie Fenton, Assistant City Manager/Director of Human
Resources
Approved By
Aaron France, City Manager

DISCUSSION
At the study session of February 13, 2024, Mayor Sonne requested a discussion related to the use of City facility marquees by Buena Park non-profit organizations.

The City has two digital monument sign marquees: one in front of City Hall along Beach Boulevard and a second front of Ehlers Event Center along Knott Avenue. Both signs display static announcements, events, programming, and alerts related to City business. Staff in the City Manager's Office program the City Hall sign, and Senior Center staff programs the Ehlers Event center sign. Currently, only City-related messaging is displayed on either sign.

Staff surveyed local cities to see if they permit outside organizations or non-profits to use their display signs. The City of La Palma was the only responsive agency that had allows this practice and has a policy in place (Attachment 1).

La Palma’s policy allows their digital sign located at the Community Center to be used by “community-based organizations” to promote updates and events to the community. La Palma’s policy defines  “community-based organizations” as “external organizations separate from the City that have strong ties to the La Palma community…, typically including by not limited to non-profits with an office located in La Palma, local volunteer and civic groups with a membership primarily consisting of La Palma residents, governmental entities, or other community-based organizations in which the City has partnered with in the past to co-host events.” The policy prohibits use of the sign for commercial, political, or religious purposes but otherwise does not regulate the content of an organization’s message.

Allowing external organizations to use the City's digital displays would convert the signs from purely a vehicle of “government speech,” over which the City has exclusive control, to a “limited public forum” wherein the City would retain the right to define the general categories of messages permitted, but could not make content or viewpoint based-distinctions. For this reason, if the City Council desires to move forward with exploring a policy allowing external organizations to use City-owned displays, staff recommends the City Council provide direction on the guidelines and parameters for that use, such as: whether one or both signs may be used; the nature and type of external organizations that are allowed to use signs; the frequency and duration of use; the nature of messaging as prompting commercial activities, information, events, or ideas; and other similar time, place, and manner regulations.

The City’s existing policy governing the “Use of City Facilities” (City Council Policy Statement No. 26) may also be a helpful starting point. The policy allows certain facilities to be used free of charge by “city-sponsored programs, governmental agencies that represent or serve Buena Park residents, including school districts, and non-profit organizations whose majority of membership consists of Buena Park residents.” Once a policy is in place, the City will be obligated to provide non-discriminatory use of the signs to all qualifying organizations and staff would review and process any requests to use the sign within the confines of the policy adopted by the City Council.

Attachments
Reader board Guidelines - La Palma.pdf
Policy No 26 Use of City Facilities.pdf

MARKETING BY EXTERNAL ORGANIZATIONS
PAGE 1 OF 3 POLICY NO. SECTION AA
EFFECTIVE DATE: February 15, 2023 REVISED: February 15, 2023

1. PURPOSE
Th
e City of La Palma (“City”) takes great effort in ensuring a high level of communication and engagement between the City and members of the public. As part of that engagement, the City permits external organizations to promote themselves or provide updates to the community utilizing the City’s various communication channels . This policy provides the limitations and the extent in which those external organizations may utilize City resources for the aforementioned purpose. In general, City business (including public safety or emergency messages) will receive priority over non- City business , and external organizations are permit ted to utilize City resources for the aforementioned purpose provided that resources are available.

2. SCOPE
T
his policy applies to all external organizations or individuals that are separate from the City.

3. POLICY AND REQUIREMENTS
A. C
ommunity-based organizations : Community -based organizations are defined as external organizations separate from the City that have strong ties to the La Palma community . These types of organizations typically include but are not limited to nonprofits with an office located in La Palma, local volunteer and civic groups with a membership primarily consisting of La Palma residents, governmental entities, and other community-based organizations in which the City has partnered with in the past to co-host events or provide other opportunities for La Palma residents.

B
. General: Marketing by any external organizations or individuals for commercial, political, or religious purpose or statements are not permitted. The City Manager or their designee will evaluate all requests to determine compliance with this policy.

C
. Social Media: The City of La Palma and other governmental entities are allowed to utilize the City’s official social media channels. Events and activities produced by all other community -based organizations may not be posted on the City’s social media platforms unless the events and activities are formally co-sponsored by the City.

D. C
ommunity Center Digital Sign: External organizations may utilize the digital sign located at the City of La Palma Community Center (7821 Walker Street, La Palma, CA 90623). All information requested to be put on the sign should be submitted at least ten (10) days prior to the requested display date. The request may be submitted via ema il to the Public Works/Community Services Department liaison w ith the following information:
i. Na
me of Group/Organization
ii. Name of Program/Event/Activity with Date, Time, Location, and Cost of attendance OR Description of Recognition, Celebration, or other Activity

MARKETING BY EXTERNAL ORGANIZATIONS
POLICY NO. SECTION AA PAGE 2 OF 3
EFFECTIVE DATE: February 15, 2023 REVISED: February 15, 2023

iii. Full Name of Submitter

iv. Phone Number and Email Address

v. Requested Live Date and Duration (Maximum 14 Days on Sign)

vi. Organization Tax ID

E. City Website: Community-based organizations may provide a URL to be placed within the City’s official website to gather public participation or to raise awareness of their services. No other information from community-based organizations may be posted on the City’s website. Events and activities produced by community-based organizations may not be posted on the website unless the events and activities are formally co-sponsored by the City.

F. Mosaic (Community Newsletter and Recreation Guide) : Only community-based organizations may provide information to be placed in the Mosaic. The printable space within the Mosaic is highly limited and submittals are not guaranteed to be placed in the final issue. Therefore, it is imperative that submittals are clear and concise to increase the probability of being included in the printed product. All items sent for publication are considered drafts that are subject to review and editing to suit the professional nature of the Mosaic. Submittals must be sent to the Public Works/Community Services Department Management Analyst or designee and meet the following requirements to be considered:

i. Submitted by a member of the organization’s board or leadership.

ii. Submitted by the deadline provided by the City. Late submittals will not be considered.

iii. Be no longer than 300 words. Submittals that exceed this limit may be rejected or rewritten by the Mosaic’s editor . Edits may still occur to maintain consistent sentence structure and flow within the Mosaic, in addition to correcting spelling or grammatical errors.

iv. Be written in the 3
rd Person. Do not use “I”, “we”, or “us” in referring to the organization.

v. Provide i nformation and statements that are objective in nature that do not display bias, prejudice, or personal opinions. Such statements may warrant submittals to not be considered in the future.

vi. Include up -to-date primary contact information for the organization, including days/times/locations of meetings and an email or phone number.

vii. Do not include the names of members in submittals if the members are on the City Council or advisory bodies at the time in which the issue is to print. For example, if a member is on the City Council for another year and the Mosaic prints in a month, the name of that member may not be included. However, if a member will leave the City Council in two weeks and the Mosaic prints in two months, the name of that member may be included.

MARKETING BY EXTERNAL ORGANIZATIONS
POLICY NO. SECTION AA PAGE 3 OF 3
EFFECTIVE DATE: February 15, 2023 REVISED: February 15, 2023

viii. Photos or images must be high-quality in nature. For printing purposes, the best images have a resolution of 300 dpi. Lower quality images may be excluded from printing depending on the resolution. It is recommended that submittals include images directly relevant to the article or information.

6. REVISION HISTORY

REVISION NO. DESCRIPTION REVISION DATE
0 ORIGINAL ISSUANCE DATE February 15, 2023
1 -- --

7. AUTHORIZATION

February 15, 2023
Conal McNamara Date
City Manager

MARKETING & OUTREACH REQUEST FORM

FORM FOR MARKETING BY EXTERNAL ORGANIZATIONS POLICY
REVISED: February 15, 2023

Complete the section(s) for the method(s) of outreach you are requesting to utilize. All information will be reviewed by the City Manager or their designee prior to publication or posting.

1. COMMUNITY CENTER DIGITAL SIGN
Complete the submittal information below and either subsection A or subsection B depending on the item you wish to promote. Refer to Section 3D of the City Policy for additional information.

Organization Name
Representative Name
Phone E- Mail
Organization Tax ID
Dates Requested (Max 14 Days) through

A. Event Information
Program/Event/Activity
Location Address
Time of Activity Cost (If Applicable)
Description

B. General Promotion
Description

2. CITY OF LA PALMA OFFICIAL WEBSITE OR “MOSAIC”
Refer to sections 3E and 3F of the City Policy for additional information.

Organization Name
Representative Name
Representative Title
Phone E- Mail
Organization Tax ID
Website URL
Organization Description or Mission Statement

Meeting Locations
Meeting Days & Times

[Section 2 Continued on Back Side for Publication in the Mosaic]

MARKETING & OUTREACH REQUEST FORM

FORM FOR MARKETING BY EXTERNAL ORGANIZATIONS POLICY
REVISED: February 15, 2023

Requested Season of Issue for Mosaic
☐ Spring (Feb – Apr) ☐ Summer (May – July) ☐ Fall (Aug – Oct) ☐ Winter (Nov – Jan)

Draft Article Requested for Publication (Note: Limit the article to 300 words, write in the 3rd person, and be objective). The article must fit within the space below with 10 point font, single-spaced.

Please attach a photo or image to include with the article. Images must be high -quality in nature. For printing purposes, the best images have a resolution of 300 dpi. (Note: While you may submit your organization’s logo, we recommend using photos of recent events to gather more attention)

No: 26

Date of Council Meeting Approval: 9/11/2012

CITY COUNCIL POLICY STATEMENT

RESPONSIBLE DEPARTMENT: CITY COUNCIL

CONTACT PERSON: CITY CLERK

SUBJECT: USE OF CITY FACILITIES

It is the policy of the City Council that the use of meeting rooms at City Hall shall be made available free of charge and limited to city or city -sponsored programs and governmental agencies including school districts.

Use of the Police Department’s Community Room shall be available free of charge and limited to city or city -sponsored programs, governmental agencies that represent or serve Buena Park residents including school districts, and non-profit organizations whose majority of membership consists of Buena Park residents . Use by groups other than city or city -sponsored programs shall be limited to once a month, and the hours of use shall be limit ed to the hours of operation of the Poli ce Department’s front counter. Police Department activ ities shall take priority over other requests for use, and the Police Chief has authority to determine availability of the room for community use.

Use of the Com munity Center at 6688 Beach Boulevard and all facilities at the Ehler’s Community Center shall be available free of charge to city -sponsored programs and governmental agencies that represent or serve Buena Park residents including school districts.

Such free use shall be granted on an as available basis, with priority being given to revenue- generating rentals. All other groups or individuals, including non- profit organizations, must pay the required rental fee. “ No-fee” rentals are not permitted due to the cost of staffing, the potential to hinder revenue- generating rentals, and the need to maintain fairness to all community groups.

City of Buena Park
City Council Regular Meeting Agenda Report

DISCUSS AND PROVIDE DIRECTION REGARDING BUENA PARK POLICE DEPARTMENT STAFFING AND

ORGANIZATIONAL ASSESSMENT REPORT
Meeting
Tuesday, July 9, 2024, 5:00 PM
Agenda Group
STUDY SESSION Item: 9C
Presented By
Eddie Fenton, Assistant City Manager
Prepared By
Eddie Fenton, Assistant City Manager/Director of Human
Resources
Approved By
Aaron France, City Manager
BACKGROUND:

On Tuesday, November 28, 2023, the City Council participated in a Goal Setting and Team Building Workshop facilitated by Lisa Gordon of Lisa Inspires. On January 9, 2024, the City Council adopted the City Council Goals and Objectives for Calendar Years 2024-2026. On May 28, 2024, the City Council approved a budget amendment to allocate funding to the Human Resources Department for the organizational assessment of the Police Department and all remaining City departments.

Over the last year, the City has conducted extensive engagement throughout the community to allow residents, businesses, and community members from every corner of Buena Park to "Speak Up" and join the conversation.

After several community presentations, months of outreach, two scientifically conducted community surveys, and many community updates and emails, the City would like to thank the nearly 2,000 residents who have participated in Speak Up Buena Park! and gave your feedback through the community discussion around City service needs and priorities. The City listened and took their feedback into consideration in this year’s budget process. Residents and community members identified the following City service priorities:

Preventing crime, including property crimes, like burglary, robbery and car theft Ensuring that children have safe places to play and safe routes to school Maintaining 911 emergency response
Retaining/attracting well-trained police officers
Keeping public areas safe and clean
Keeping Buena Park affordable for middle class and working people Helping maintain the City’s quality of life for local residents Addressing homelessness
Furthermore, residents voiced their appreciation and reliance on local public safety and senior citizen services. The Buena Park Police Department is facing a staffing shortage and the Department’s staffing levels are below the recommended threshold for the City’s size; emergency calls are increasing, straining response times.  Residents have told us their priority is to recruit and retain experienced police officers, some of whom are leaving the City for higher-paying jobs in surrounding communities.

Based on the Community’s survey response (Speak Up! Buena Park) and City Council’s direction in furtherance of the City Council’s Goals and Objectives 2024-26, Key Focus Area #3, the City Manager retained the services of Municipal Resource Group, LLC (“MRG”) to conduct a Police Department assessment of effectiveness, efficiencies, and staffing needs. The assessment was conducted to provide the City Manager with a report of their findings and recommendations. Additionally, the purpose of this assessment was to gain a better understanding of the overall operational efficiency of providing the highest quality of City services to the public and identify areas that may not be operating efficiently due to shortages of staff and other resources.  This assessment also made recommendations regarding staffing levels while identifying cost savings measures to eliminate duplicative efforts, waste, inefficiency, and possibly incorporate information technology (IT) to automate processes in an effort to increase productivity.

DISCUSSION:

As a result of a recent strategic planning session, the City Council directed Staff to assess all City department operations to review operational effectiveness and efficiencies, as well as staffing levels. The City Council directed staff to begin with a review of the Police Department prior to assessing all other City departments. The City Manager directed an outside consulting firm, MRG, to conduct an organizational and staffing level assessment of the Buena Park Police Department to better prepare the department for delivering services in the future.

The primary purpose of this review was to provide the City with a snapshot of observations and recommendations regarding organization staffing and potential needs, organizational structure and resource allocation, and review service delivery models, including supervisory and command structures. Recommendations for areas of organizational improvement were included in the analysis. The organizational analysis also included a review of crime trends, calls for service, scheduling and deployment models, organizational structure, bench marking statistics with other agencies, and an overall budget review.

One of the most difficult challenges that law enforcement executives, city managers, elected officials, and communities face is determining the appropriate formula for the effective and fiscally responsible staffing of its police department. The reality is that modern public safety priorities and police staffing are expensive, yet necessary and often difficult to understand.  The most important factor to recognize is that there is simply no perfect model. Every community is different; every community has different policing and public safety needs and expectations, and every City implements different policing and service strategies. Further, many cities have different policing realities based upon historical perspectives, levels of crime, social disorder, geographic challenges, demographics, financial challenges, political environments, community expectations, demands for calls for service, and differing policing perspectives. For this reason, MRG conducted a comprehensive review of the operations of the Buena Park Police Department.

The question of how many sworn officers and professional support staff does any law enforcement agency really need depends upon numerous factors and criteria. Some of the factors to consider when evaluating and determining law enforcement staffing needs include:

Population Trends / Tourism Impacts
Workload Data
Community Priorities
Supervisory Span of Control
Calls for Service / Response Times
Investigations / Clearance Rates
Geographic Coverage / Police Beat Alignments
Patrol Schedules / Deployment Plans
Budget Authorization
Vacancy Rates
Officer to Resident Ratios
Crime Statistics / Crime Trends
The Buena Park Police Department Organizational Assessment kicked off in April 2024 and was led by two highly- competent professionals from MRG. The objective was to collaborate with department staff in evaluating the department’s organizational structure, operations, and services.

The assessment focused on identifying opportunities for improvement and enhancing overall efficiency and service delivery to the police department’s operational structure. Therefore, the recommendations provided by MRG did not include an assessment of the fiscal impact on the organization. MRG also recognizes that given the City’s current fiscal constraints, implementing many of these recommendations may require adding additional funding sources or reallocating existing financial resources.

PATROL BUREAU
The Patrol Bureau mission is to handle all in-progress crime calls, medical emergencies, traffic collisions, and other service-related calls.  Most calls require two officer responses and with the demands of legislation and other societal expectations, service calls generally take longer than in the past.  Ultimately, the primary mission of the Patrol Bureau is to disrupt crime, maintain order, and serve the public trust. While resources may be stretched thin, staffing patrol remains the top priority in keeping the community safe.

The Patrol Bureau consists of two Patrol Watch Commanders (Police Lieutenants), six Police Sergeants, and 37 Police Officers, including two K9 Police Officers.  The Patrol Bureau is supported by four civilian Police Services Officers, Traffic Bureau, and other specialized assignments.  The City is broken into five geographical districts or beats.  These beats are based on size and population ensuring an equal balance of police services.

The following is a breakdown of patrol minimum staffing:

Day Shift – 6 am to 4 pm / One Police Sergeant & Five Police Officers Swing Shift – 2 pm to Midnight / One Police Sergeant & Seven Police Officers* Graveyard Shift – 8:30 pm to 6:30 am / One Police Sergeant & Five Police Officer Below is a summary of the 20 recommendations from MRG in table form.

Summary of Recommendations
No. DIVISION OR UNIT RECOMMENDATION
1 Watch Commander’s
Office Add 2 new Lieutenant positions
2 Patrol  Review Corporal Roles and Responsibilities
3 Professional
Standards Add 1 new Police Officer position
4 Patrol  Add (Unfreeze) 4 Police Officer positions
5 Patrol  Add 4 new Police Officer positions
6 Patrol  Review 3/12 – 4/10 Hybrid Schedule
7 Patrol  Add 3 new Police Services Officer (PSO) positions 8 Traffic Add 1 new Police Officer position (Motorcycle Officer) 9 Operations Division Review Community Involvement Team (CIT) and the Special Operations Bureau Roles and Responsibilities
10 Investigations Add 3 Police Officers (to Crimes Property, Crimes Persons, Crimes against Children)
11 Support Services  Add 1 new Support Services Manager position 12 Support Services  Evaluate Civilianizing the Crime Prevention Program 13 Dispatch Add 4 new Dispatcher positions
14 Records Review 24/7 staff coverage in Records
15 Administration Add 1 new Management Analyst
16 Administration Add 1 new Administrative Assistant
17 Training  Earmarking all of the Supplemental Law Enforcement Funding (SLESF) for training
18 Chief’s Office Incorporate staffing needs into next Strategic Planning process
19 Chief’s Office Prepare a Succession Plan as part of next Strategic Planning process
20 Chief’s Office Prepare a Staffing Allocation Plan

The draft report includes 20 recommendations to enhance and restore staffing and organizational structure. Of the 20 recommendations, a total of 11 reflect a need to hire additional staff. The 25 recommended positions are:
2 additional Lieutenants
13 additional Police Officer positions
1 new Support Services Manager position
4 additional Dispatcher positions
3 additional Police Services Officer positions
1 new Management Analyst
1 new Administrative Assistant position
Adding 25 staff to the Police Department has significant costs and budgetary impacts to the organization.

The MRG Consultant Team strongly recommended the City Council and Executive Team focus on enhancing the most immediate needs for additional patrol officers and dispatchers. This recommendation serves to enhance patrol staffing, levels of management, supervision, and effective span of control. In addition, there is a need to enhance support services and administrative assignments, enhance investigative services, restore traffic services, and restore much needed professional staffing.  These recommendations will serve to enhance organization effectiveness, efficiency, and the delivery of public safety services to the Buena Park community.

All recommendations should be considered in establishing future goals and objectives for the Department. The future implementation of staffing needs to begin now, but any and all new staffing should be considered in a three to five-year strategic hiring plan that will assist in identifying necessary funding strategies.

BUDGET IMPACT:

There is no budget impact from receiving and filing this draft report. However, implementing the recommendations from this assessment could cost between $5,000,000 to $6,000,000 annually in personnel costs. This amount does not include any necessary vehicle or equipment purchases or the infrastructure needed to support these new positions. Though it will take time over multiple fiscal years to reorganize and scale all of the Police Department activities as a result of this report, the benefits and enhancements to the community will be significant.