1 • Observations: Budget Practices, Financial Practices, and Other Areas
• FY 2024-25 Financial Update
• Budgets Needing Additional Appropriations or missing
appropriations
• FY 2025-26 Budget Approach
• Economic environment & other potential threats
2 • Revenue & Expenditure Assumptions for FY 2025-26
• Proposed General Fund Balanced Budget at $81.7 million for FY 2025-26
• Budget Highlights by Dept.
• Fund Balance & Reserve Policy
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7 CIP Challenges Oversight of Projects Accountability Scoping Design Management Coordination with Utilities Coordination with Stakeholders Lack of investigation (hazardous materials) Design-Bid Documents (Procurement Process) Technical expertise and knowledge Project Management Scheduling Change Orders Lack of follow-up 8 Operations & Maintenance Challenges
Lack of oversight and accountability
Preventive maintenance
Feeling of inequity among Staff
Workload distribution
Overtime
Understanding of Procurement Process (awarding work without contract) Invoicing
Lack of equipment and tools
Dependence on LA County for Street Maintenance
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Bandini Library and Learning Center
Improvements include
environmental abatement, a new
roof, skylights, and redesign of
interior spaces and building
exterior.
Construction began in June
2024.
Anticipated completion date by
end of July 2025.
FY 2024-25 Funding:
$2,452,167
Additional Request for FY 2025-26:
$100,000
Total Project Cost:
$2,552,167
11 Watcher/ Greenwood Traffic Circle Installation
Design is currently 100%
complete.
Waiting for final approval from
UP railroad.
FY 2024-25 Funding:
$250,000
Additional Request for FY 2025-26:
$50,000
Total Project Cost:
$300,000
12 Randolph Corridor Improvement Project
Total Project Cost:
$11,040,000
Grant Amount :
$8,040,000
Measure AA:
$3,000,000
Joint project with LA County and Cities of Bell and Huntington Park.
Includes active transportation improvements: bicycle, pedestrian, traffic calming elements, pedestrian lighting and pavement rehabilitation.
Grant funded for design and construction is $8M for the entire corridor.
Working on 60% Design.
13 I-5 Freeway SB Eastern Exit Lighted Monument
Sign and Landscaping
FY 2024-25 Funding:
$2,432,763
Additional Request for FY 2025-26:
$100,000
Total Project Cost:
$2,532,763
➢ Project anticipated to be advertised for Construction Bids in October 2025.
14 Mixmaster Phase 2B Improvements Project
FY 2024-25 Funding:
$3,444,000
Additional Request for FY 2025-26:
$1,000,000
Total Project Cost:
$4,444,000
This Project involves the installation of 10 (including 1 in LA County ROW) new overhead guideway signs.
Design is 85% complete.
15 Washington Blvd. Dedicated NB RT Lane onto
Telegraph The Proposed Project includes the
construction of approximately 150-foot-long
right turn lane at the existing eastbound
street of E Washington Boulevard at
Telegraph Road as well as traffic signal
upgrades.
Design is 100% complete. Awaiting Caltrans
authorization to proceed with Construction
due to Federal Funds.
FY 2024-25 Funding:
$599,915
Federal Funds:
$499,915
Additional Request for
FY 2025-26:
$200,000
Total Project Cost:
$799,915
16 Slauson Corridor Improvement Project (I-5 to I-710)
Improvements include upgrades and
modifications of traffic signals, improving
traffic signs and pavement markings,
constructing or modifying raised medians
to provide protected left-turn lanes, street
improvements, and enhancing street
lighting.
Design is 90% complete.
Project anticipated to be advertised for
Construction Bids in September 2025.
Total Project Cost:
$17,262,800
Grant Amount:
$14,262,800
Measure AA:
$3,000,000
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FY 25-26 Pavement Rehab
Annual Pavement Rehabilitation at various local streets consistent with the City's PMP including Olympic Blvd, Bandini Blvd, Goodrich Blvd.
Total Project Cost:
$6,353,565
SB1 Funds:
$353,565
Measure AA:
$6,000,000
19 Pavement Management Program (PMP) Update
The Plan is required to be updated every 3 years by Metro for the City's continued use of Prop C, Measure R, and Measure M funds.
The Plan was last updated on December 20, 2022.
Total Project Cost:
$100,000
Measure AA:
$100,000
20 Sewer System Management Plan (SSMP) Update
The City is required to update the SSMP every 6 years in compliance with the state regulation.
Total Project Cost:
$10,000
Measure AA:
$10,000
21 Citywide Pedestrian, Bike, Transit Improvements
ATP Cycle 6 Project
Project focuses on pedestrian & transit facility improvements along the 2.6-mile Slauson Avenue corridor & 8 unsignalized intersections or midblock crossings citywide.
Design is 100% complete.
Project anticipated to be advertised for Construction Bids in September 2025.
Total Project Cost:
$2,186,900
Grant Amount (California Transportation Commission) :
$2,086,900
Measure AA:
$100,000
22 Art District Development and Implementation Plan
Development of a 5-to-10-year Arts District Development And Implementation Plan for the City of Commerce Arts District. The plan will outline strategies for integrating public art and placemaking initiatives aimed at creating vibrant, engaging, and functional spaces that reflect the unique character of the City and foster community pride.
Total Project Cost:
$250,000
Measure AA:
$250,000
23 Replacement of Diving Boards at the Brenda Villa
Aquatic Center (BVAC)
Removal and reinstallation of one 1-meter diving board and stand and one 3-meter diving board and stand and installation of handrails.
Total Project Cost:
$100,000
Measure AA:
$100,000
24 Installation of Fitness Equipment at Bandini Park,
Rosewood Park, and Bristow Park
Installation of fitness equipment at Bandini Park, Rosewood Park, and Bristow Park including site preparation.
Total Project Cost:
$520,000
Measure AA:
$520,000
25 Camp Commerce Wooden Decks Replacement
Demo existing rotted wood deck and install new wooden decks and railing systems for access to a number of cabins.
Total Project Cost:
$480,000
Measure AA:
$480,000
26 MEASURE AA BUDGET
TOTAL CIP PROJECTS BUDGET $70,525,110
TOTAL MEASURE AA FUNDS $25,281,930
TOTAL GRANT/OTHER FUNDS $45,243,180
FY 25-26 MEASURE AA REQUEST $32,200,200
FY 25-26 GRANT/OTHER FUNDS $15,597,200
FY 25-26 NET IMPACT TO MEASURE AA
ACCOUNT
$16,603,000
*PREVIOUSLY APPROVED MEASURE AA FUNDS FOR ONGOING
PROJECTS
$8,678,930
Parks & Recreation:
• $10.8 Million budget:
• Labor: 24 FT & 221 PT – Department Wide: $8.8 million • Program Costs:
• Special Events – approx. $700,000
• Parks & Rec Activity – approx. $300,000
• Aquatics Center – approx. $300,000
• Park Operations – approx. $200,000
• Camp Commerce – approx. $200,000
• Other (Admin, Pre-School, Kids Club, Day Camps, Rec operations, Sports program) – approx. $200,000
• Senior Center & Teens Center – approx. $100,000
27 Special Events - $700,000 (programs)
• Spring Festival
• Preschool Graduation
• City wide Las Vegas excursion
• Summer Kick off/Abilities Fair
• Concerts in the Park (4)
• Movies in the Park (4)
• 4
th of July
• National Night Out
• Back to School Bash
28 Special Events - $700,000 (programs) – Continued
• Fiesta Patrias
• Halloween/Harvest Festival
• Halloween Home Decorating Contest
• Dia de Los Muertos
• Veterans Day
• Turkey Trot 5K
• Family Excursions – Dodgers, LAFC, Family Beach Trip, Santa Barbara • Tree Lighting Ceremony
• Christmas Home Decorating Contest
29 Special Events – Continued
• City wide Posada (no budget)
• Memorial Day Partnership – Cemetery (no budget)
• Snow Day (no budget)
• Students in Government (no budget)
• Turkey Give-a-way -Janice Hahn (no budget)
• City Employee Service Awards (no budget)
30 Parks & Rec Activity – $300,000 (programs) + $202,500 (labor) = $502,500 • Travel Water Polo – Boy’s
• Travel Water Polo – Girls
• Travel Girls Soccer
• Travel boxing
• Travel Girls Volleyball
• Travel Baseball
• Travel Dance
31 8 PT positions
Parks & Rec Activity – $300,000 (programs) + $202,500 (labor) = $502,500 • Travel Boys Soccer
• Family Wellness Program
• Tiny Times
• Adult Craft Class
• Recreation Dance
• Folklorico Dancing
32 8 PT positions
Aquatics Center – $300,000 (programs) + $2.4 million (labor) = $2.7 million • Officials Water Polo & Swim
• Water Aerobics
• Special Olympics - Swim
• Lap Swimming
• Swim Lessons
• Fitness Center
33 4 FT + 78 PT positions
Aquatics Center – $300,000 (programs) + $2.4 million (labor) = $2.7 million • Entry fees – Boys and Girls Water Polo and Swim Team
• Water Polo Men’s
• Water Polo Women’s
• Special equipment
34 4 FT + 78 PT positions
Park Operations – $200,000 (programs) + $2.1 million (labor) = $2.3 million • HIIT
• Yoga
• Pilates
• Aerobics Instructor
• Zumba Instructor (starting June 23, 2025)
• Arts and Craft Instructors
35 5 FT + 58 PT positions
Camp Commerce – $200,000 (programs) + $903,000 (labor) = $1.1 million • Contractual Services
• Fire protection services
• Refuse Disposal
• Electrical Maintenance and Repairs
• Plumbing Maintenance and Repairs
• Building/Ground Maintenance and Repairs
• Snow Removal
36 3 FT + 22 PT positions
Camp Commerce – $200,000 (programs) + $903,000 (labor) = $1.1 million • Meals – Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
• Camp Programming – Hikes, swimming, crafts, shopping, etc. • Pool Maintenance and Repairs
• Taxes
• Special Equipment
37 3 FT + 22 PT positions
Other (Admin, Pre-school, Kids Club, Day Camp, Rec. Operations, Sports Program)– $200,000 (programs) + $2.5 million (labor) = $2.7 million • Admin
• Department supplies
• Sports
• Contractual Services – Officials
• Recreation Sports – Football, Soccer, Basketball and Baseball • Sport Supplies – Uniforms, Awards, Training's
38 10 FT + 39 PT positions
Other (Admin, Pre-school, Kids Club, Day Camp, Rec. Operations, Sports Program)– $200,000 (programs) + $2.5 million (labor) = $2.7 million • Bristow, Bandini, Veterans and Rosewood Parks
• Kids Club
• Day Camps
• Field Trips
• Specialty Programs
• Pre-school
39 10 FT + 39 PT positions
Other (Admin, Pre-school, Kids Club, Day Camp, Rec. Operations, Sports Program)– $200,000 (programs) + $2.5 million (labor) = $2.7 million • Bristow, Bandini, Veterans and Rosewood Parks
• Tiny Twos Preschool
40 10 FT + 39 PT positions
Senior Center & Teens Center - $100,000 (program) + $670,000 (labor) = $770,000 • Senior Center
• Transportation to and from the Senior Center
• Daily Congregate Meals
• Weekly Educational Classes
• Physical Fitness - Chair Yoga and Pilates
• Specialty Crafts – Stenciling, Crochet, Arts, etc.
• Monthly Sunday Brunch
• Field Trips – Corn Festival, Museum of Tolerance, Descanso Gardens, Strawberry Festival etc.,
41 2 FT + 16 PT positions
Senior Center & Teens Center - $100,000 (program) + $670,000 (labor) = $770,000 • Senior Center
• Monday Night Football
• Senior Ball
• Dances
• Café y Loteria
• Matinee Dodger games
42 2 FT + 16 PT positions
Senior Center & Teens Center - $100,000 (program) + $670,000 (labor) = $770,000 • Teen Center
• Unplugged Seniors
• Unplugged Jr.’s
• Field Trips
• Games/Activities
• Pre-Teen Club/Teen Club
• Arts
• Cooking/Baking
43 2 FT + 16 PT positions
Senior Center & Teens Center - $100,000 (program) + $670,000 (labor) = $770,000 • Teen Center
• Music Club – New program
• Science Club
• Model United Nations – YMCA Collaboration
44 2 FT + 16 PT positions
45 FY 2025-26 Proposed Budgets:
• COPS Grant (Fund 22): $100,000
• State Gas Tax (Fund 26): $675,200
• AQMD (Fund 30): $12,000
• Art in Public Places (Fund 32): $120,000
• Community Assistance (Fund 33): $225,000
• Storm Water Mgmt. (Fund 34): $960,800
46 • Capital Improvement (Fund 40): $5.9 million
• Measure AA (Fund 41): $16.6 million
• Community Center & Pension Obligation Bond (Fund 42 & 45): $2.9 million • Water Utility (Fund 50): $100,000
• Transit (Fund 57): $9.3 million
• CNG (Fund 58): $2.9 million
• Successor Agency (Fund 81 & 92): $9.8 million
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49 • June 24th – Budget Adoption by the City Council
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