PUBLIC WORKS DIVISION
Attachment 2
CITY OF LOS ALAMITOS
CATCH BASIN CPS (CONNECTOR PIPE SCREENS)
CIP 21/22-05
BID OPENING: MARCH 30, 2022 AT 2PM
ITEM UNIT TOTAL UNIT TOTAL UNIT TOTAL
NO. COST COST COST COST COST COST
1 Install CPS Unit on Existing Catch
Basin (W of Less Than 7 Feet). 44 EA 758.44 $33,371.36 1,303.00 $57,332.00 1321.00 $58,124.00 2 Install CPS Unit on Existing Catch
Basin (W of Greater than or Equl to 7
Feet). 78 EA 758.44 $59,158.32 1,470.00 $114,660.00 1500.00 $117,000.00 TOTAL $92,529.68 $171,992.00 $175,124.00
SCHEDULE A TOTAL $92,529.68 $171,992.00 $175,124.00
PROJECT TOTAL $92,529.68 $171,992.00 $175,124.00
UNITED STORM
WATER, INC.
G2 CONSTRUCTION,
INC. DOWNSTREAM
DESCRIPTION QTY. UNITS
PUBLIC WORKS DIVISION
Attachment 3
City of Los Alamitos
CITY COUNCIL AGENDA REPORT
MEETING DATE: April 18, 2022 ITEM NUMBER: 10G
To: Mayor Shelley Hasselbrink & Members of the City Council Presented By: Ron Noda, Development Services Director
Subject: Resolutions Establishing the City’s Urban Forest Program
SUMMARY
The proposed resolutions will enhance the City’s Urban Forest Program by revising specific sections within the Parkway Tree Master Plan including an update to the City’s approved tree list; adopt the Tree City USA standards; and, establish a Tree Dedication Memorial Program.
RECOMMENDATION
1. Adopt Resolution No. 2022-14, entitled, “A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF LOS
ALAMITOS, CALIFORNIA, ESTABLISHING THE PARKWAY TREE MASTER PLAN”; and,
2. Adopt Resolution No. 2022-15, entitled, “A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LOS ALAMITOS, CALIFORNIA ESTABLISHING THE TREE DEDICATION MEMORIAL PROGRAM”.
BACKGROUND
The City has identified a prioritized need to refine its current practices and establish a long-term plan for an Urban Forest Program. Los Alamitos envisions the future of its Urban Forest Program as an integral element of the City’s natural and environmental infrastructure. A revised Tree Policy was presented to City Council on February 28, 2022.
The proposed resolutions will update the City’s Urban Forest Program to mirror current industry practices.
DISCUSSION
Parkway Tree Master Plan
Per Los Alamitos Municipal Code Sections 12.24.050 and 12.24.060, the Parkway Tree Master Plan, and City approved tree list, is established by City Council resolution.
Resolution No. 2022-14 will enact specific guidelines to enable the City to act prudently Parkway Tree Master Plan
April 18, 2022
upon the maintenance, removal, and planting of parkway trees. The City’s Parkway Tree Master Plan seeks to be more comprehensive and reliable as it relates to the general maintenance and welfare of parkway trees. The Parkway Tree Master Plan, including the City approved tree list, is included as Exhibit “A” to Resolution No. 2022-14.
Tree Dedication Memorial Program
The City currently does not have a written criteria for tree dedication memorials at public parks. The establishment of a formalized standard can be a special demonstration of empathy, compassion, and support towards families who have lost their loved ones. The proposed Tree Dedication Memorial Program will adopt a process that is both structured and feasible for families who seek this opportunity. The Program will be comprised of an application process administered by the Development Services Department with the true costs of labor and supplies incorporated into the service fee. Resolution No. 2022-16 directs the City Manager to adopt an Administrative Regulation establishing the Tree Dedication Memorial Program.
Tree City USA
The City of Los Alamitos would like to reaffirm its commitment to be considered a Tree City USA. This designation was last received in the early 2000s. To be recognized as a Tree City USA the City must follow the four standards set and evaluated by the Arbor Day Foundation Program: (1) the establishment of a Tree Board, (2) the adoption of a comprehensive tree policy, (3) the dedication of a minimum of $2 per capita which refers to spending at least $2 per tree on urban forestry, and (4) the hosting of an annual Arbor Day celebration The Tree City USA recognition serves as a testament to the City’s commitment to preserving and expanding its urban forest. Staff will continue to implement these four standards to receive Tree City USA designation.
FISCAL IMPACT
There are no fiscal impacts associated with adoption of the Parkway Tree Master Plan.
All cost associated with the Tree Dedication Memorial Program will be recouped through service fees.
Submitted by: Ron Noda, Development Services Director
Approved by: Chet Simmons, City Manager
Attachment: 1. Resolution No. 2022-14 - Parkway Tree Master Plan (Exhibit A)
2. Resolution No. 2022-15 Tree Dedication Memorial Program
3. Administrative Regulation10.3 – Tree Dedication Memorial Program RESOLUTION NO. 2022-14
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LOS
ALAMITOS, CALIFORNIA, ESTABLISHING THE PARKWAY TREE
MASTER PLAN
WHEREAS, the City of Los Alamitos has identified a prioritized need to adopt a Parkway Tree Master Plan, including a list of approved parkway trees, per Municipal Code Sections 12.24.050 and 12.24.060 to advance a long-term plan for an Urban Forest Program; and,
WHEREAS, the City of Los Alamitos envisions its Urban Forest Program as an integral element of the City’s natural and environmental infrastructure; and, WHEREAS, the Parkway Tree Master Plan enacts specific guidelines which enable the City to act prudently upon the maintenance, removal and planting of parkway trees.
NOW, THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LOS ALAMITOS, CALIFORNIA, DOES RESOLVE AS FOLLOWS:
SECTION 1. The City Council of the City of Los Alamitos, California, finds that the above recitals are true and correct.
SECTION 2. The City Council hereby adopts the Parkway Tree Master Plan, attached hereto as Exhibit “A”.
SECTION 3. The City Clerk shall certify as to the adoption of this Resolution.
PASSED, APPROVED, AND ADOPTED this 18th day of April, 2022. _____________________________
Shelley Hasselbrink, Mayor
ATTEST:
Windmera Quintanar, MMC, City Clerk
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
Attachment 1
RESO 2022-14
Michael S. Daudt, City Attorney
STATE OF CALIFORNIA )
COUNTY OF ORANGE ) ss.
CITY OF LOS ALAMITOS )
I, Windmera Quintanar, MMC, City Clerk, of the City of Los Alamitos, do hereby certify that the foregoing Resolution was adopted at a regular meeting of the City Council held on the 18th of April, 2022, by the following vote, to wit:
AYES: COUNCIL MEMBERS:
NOES: COUNCIL MEMBERS:
ABSENT: COUNCIL MEMBERS:
ABSTAIN: COUNCIL MEMBERS:
_______________________________
Windmera Quintanar, MMC, City Clerk
Parkway Tree Master Plan
Adopted April 18, 2022
City Council Resolution No. 2022-14
CC RESO 2022-14 – Exhibit A
Defining the Jurisdiction of Urban Forest
Urban forest can be defined as the city’s tree landmarks as well as other growing vegetation along any tree growing on property owned or controlled by the city, including but not limited to all streets, parkways, public places, and all easements granted to the city and/or the public.
Determining the jurisdiction between public or private property can at times be ambiguous since these lines are not always clear and visible. For example, the public right-of-way can vary in different areas of the city and the setback requirements differ from residential and commercial or industrial properties. While the City assumes responsibility for trees within the public right-of-way, the private areas or jurisdiction which falls to the resident of a home or business owner may lead to inconsistent maintenance and care due to this inconspicuous boundary.
In order to provide effective management and direct responsibility of urban forest, the following criteria will apply and can assist with clarification.
City of Los Alamitos
Public Right-of-Way - This applies to public streets which can be consistently defined as the rear of the sidewalk which backs up to the property line and extends out to the centerline of the street.
Landscaped Medians - This applies to all public landscaped street medians along arterials and main accessible streets.
Parks - This applies to all existing public parks owned by the City. This would not apply to privately accessible communities which are typically covered by the Home Owner’s Association of that property.
Public Facilities - This applies to City owned and operated properties such as City Hall, Community Center, Parks.
Private Jurisdiction
Residential - With the distinct line explained above, residential properties are responsible for the front, back and side of the property line by the individual property owners.
Business (Commercial or Industrial) - Similarly, as a resident, property owners of the business properties are responsible for the front, back and side areas, including the parking lot or medians within the property line. Parking along the curb would apply to the City. This also applies to non-profit organizations in the City.
Schools/Churches - Similarly, as applied to businesses, the school district is responsible for areas of each school. Churches or congregations are also responsible for their own property lines.
*County buildings are separate from the City and responsibility falls to Orange County.
CC RESO 2022-14 – Exhibit A
Tree Maintenance Plan
The City considers the Urban Forest an important asset in the community and quality of life for its residents. The maintenance of public trees is performed for the health of the tree, enjoyment of the residents, and for the environment. The City receives requests for trimming, removing and replanting for a variety of reasons, often misaligned with unnecessary actions and malpractice causing harm to the tree and impacting the natural look of the City. The following plan will clarify the conditions of which the City will act prudently and make a tactful decision.
Goals
1. Establish clear and specific guidelines for public tree trimming and tree removal practices
2. Plant and maintain the urban forest with trees that will reflect the community character
3. Budget and maintain the urban forest costs effectively
4. Maintain trees to promote the health and life of the trees
5. Create and promote a mixed tree type population to provide an aesthetically pleasing environment and provide a diverse urban forest ecosystem.
6. Provide residents with a variety of options for appropriate planting and replacing Planting
The City will plant a parkway tree at its expense when the following has occurred:
1. By written request on behalf of the property owner. A professional (Public Works Staff or City contracted expert) will visit the site and make their assessment.
2. Providing the City has authorized the request, the City will plant a tree from an approved list where it is deemed appropriate. One tree per property street frontage shall be planted.
Tree Planting Specifications
1. Trees planted shall be fifteen (15) gallons in size, minimum height of six (6) feet, singletrunked, and of standard form and root ball.
2. All trees shall be planted in accordance with tree planting methods and standards determined by the Public Works Division to ensure growth and survival of the tree.
3. All trees shall be watered thoroughly the day of planting. Property owners/occupants shall be responsible for subsequent watering – a minimum of two (2) times per week.
Property owners/occupants shall be provided with a new tree care door hanger to assist with any questions they may have in regard to caring for the new tree.
4. If it is the desire of the resident to plant a tree that is larger than fifteen (15) gallons, the City will obtain a quote for the purchase of a 15 gallon and 24 or larger gallon tree.
The resident will be then required to pay the City the difference in pricing.
CC RESO 2022-14 – Exhibit A
Established City Tree List
Per Municipal Code 12.24.050, which was established by the City Council and reviewed by City Manager, residents may inquire and select from the following list of pre-approved trees:
Common Name Botanical Name Height/Spread Type
Australian Willow Geijera parviflora 40/25 Evergreen
Bradford Pear Pyrus calleryana 40/25 Deciduous
Brisbane Box Lophostemon confertus 60/40 Evergreen
Chinese Flame Koelreuteria bipinnate 50/50 Deciduous
Chinese Fringe Chionanthus retests 20/25 Deciduous
Chinese Pistache Pistacia chinensis 35/30 Deciduous
Crape Myrtle Lagerstroemia indica 25/20 Deciduous
Eastern Redbud Cercis canadensis 25/25 Deciduous
Ginko Ginko Bilboa 60/35 Deciduous
Gold Medallion Cassia leptophylla 25/30 Evergreen
Jacaranda Jacaranda mimosifolia 40/50 Evergreen
Japanese Blueberry Elaeocarpus decipiens 35/20 Evergreen Little Gem Southern
Magnolia
Magnolia grandiflora 30/20 Evergreen
London Plane Platanus x acerifolia (HIGH) 60/40 Deciduous Pink Trumpet Handroanthus impetiginosus 40/35 Deciduous Raywood Ash Fraxinus oxycarpa 50/25 Deciduous
Strawberry Tree Arbutus undo 40/25 Evergreen
Southern Live Oak Quercus virginiana 50/50 Evergreen
Sweet Gum Liquidambar styraciflua 60/30 Deciduous
Sweetshade Hymenosporum flavum 40/20 Evergreen
*Further description and illustration of each tree listed may be found on the City’s website.
Tree Trimming
Tree trimming involves thinning and raising branches. Thinning out a tree can reduce the height and spread of a tree while retaining its natural shape. Thinning out a tree is the preferred practice rather than topping. Topping adversely affects the structure of the tree and presents additional consequences down the road.
The City prunes the public trees for the following reasons:
• Health maintenance, structural form and safety
• To provide vertical clearances in the public rights-of-way (trees are raised to 9 feet over sidewalks and 16 feet over streets) for pedestrian and vehicular clearance • To address trees which become larger than is desirable or safe for given site constraints
All trees will be trimmed on a rotational cycle determined by the City except for the following:
• Trees that pose a potential threat or hazard as determined by the City may be pruned as needed
CC RESO 2022-14 – Exhibit A
• Certain species of trees, as determined by the City may be trimmed on a more frequent schedule as needed to prevent hazard or potential damage • The property owner may apply for a tree trimming permit to trim trees within the parkway. A licensed contractor must trim the tree in accordance with City standards and code.
Trees will not be trimmed off cycle due to complaints of leaves, dropped pods, flowers or animals inhabiting the tree and creating natural impact. No property owner/contracted landscaper, other than the City and its approved licensed contractor, is authorized to trim public trees without authorization from the City.
Tree Trimming Standards
The following standards will be performed by City and/or licensed contractor:
1. Tree pruning shall include the removal of all dead, broken, diseased, insect infested limbs and stubs larger than one-half inch in diameter throughout the tree. The tree shall be thinned out by the removal of a minimum of 30 percent of the internal side limbs.
2. Tree limbs shall be shortened which extend beyond the natural perimeter of an otherwise symmetrical form.
3. Limbs shall be pruned to lighten the end weight where such overburdening appears likely to cause breakage of limbs two inches or more in diameter.
4. All trees which vines are growing shall have said vines moved. Vine tendrils shall be removed in a manner which shall not harm or causing scarring of low branches and tree trunks.
5. All pruning cuts shall be made without leaving a stub. Pruning cuts shall be made in a manner that favors the earliest possible covering of the wound and shall not weaken the tree.
6. The use of climbing spurs or spike shoes shall not be permitted.
7. The pruning of all street trees shall provide adequate clearance as determined by the City for mast arm, utility line, sign, traffic signals and similar appurtenances.
Proposed Street Tree Removal Policies
The City will remove parkway trees under the following conditions after an assessment by City staff and/or licensed contractor:
1. The tree is determined to be a hazard including danger of falling or large limbs dropping.
2. The tree is dead or diseased as determined by a qualified and licensed expert.
3. The tree has caused recurring damage to public curbs, gutters, or sidewalks and root pruning will not reasonably prevent further damage.
4. The tree has damaged private property, including retaining walls, block ways, foundations, driveways, water/sewage line, and root pruning will not reasonably prevent further damage.
The City will not remove parkway trees for the following reasons:
CC RESO 2022-14 – Exhibit A
1. The tree drops leaves, pods, flowers, etc.
2. The trees inhabit animals in its natural state such as birds, squirrels, and non-invasive insects.
3. Tree roots are coming to the surface in the front yard or parkway.
4. Tree roots have damaged private plants, paving, or concrete constructed in the parkway.
5. Tree roots prevent other landscape to grow in the parkway.
6. The tree is not determined a hazard or life threatening.
No property owner/contracted landscaper, other than the City and its approved licensed contractor, is authorized to remove public trees without authorization from the City. Tree removal constitutes stump and root removal in a manner acceptable by the City. A replacement tree, chosen by the property owner when applicable, shall be replanted in its place by the City. If the City discovers an unauthorized tree planting not in conformance with this policy, the City will determine if the tree meets the criteria for removal including imminent hazard at the property owner’s expense.
If the property owner wishes to remove a parkway tree and it does not fall within the guidelines described above, the property owner, with approval from the City, may remove the tree at their own expense. The property owner and/or their contracted landscaper are liable for all damages to the adjacent sidewalk, curb, gutter, and street if any damages occur during the removal of the tree. The property owner must replace the tree with a chosen tree that is on the established tree list. Once this is done, the property owner may remove the existing tree.
The City will then purchase the tree (15 gallon) and replant it in the parkway.
In order to contribute to the City’s overarching goal to preserve and maintain its urban forest, private property owners are encouraged to similarly maintain and protect trees on their property.
Please contact the Development Services Department at (562) 431-3538 if you have any questions or visit the City’s website at www.cityoflosalamitos.org RESOLUTION NO. 2022-15
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LOS
ALAMITOS, CALIFORNIA, ESTABLISHING THE TREE DEDICATION
MEMORIAL PROGRAM
WHEREAS, the City of Los Alamitos has resolved to create a Tree Dedication Memorial Program with an overarching goal to become more focused on the preservation and development of its Urban Forest; and,
WHEREAS, the City of Los Alamitos desires to provide residents with an opportunity to memorialize special members in a way that is everlasting.
NOW, THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LOS ALAMITOS, CALIFORNIA, DOES RESOLVE AS FOLLOWS:
SECTION 1. The City Council of the City of Los Alamitos, California, finds that the above recitals are true and correct.
SECTION 2. The City Council hereby authorizes the City Manager to establish the City of Los Alamitos the Tree Dedication Memorial Program by Administrative Regulation, which at a minimum shall include the following criteria and standards:
(a) the costs of the tree, plaque plus parts, and labor will be at fair market value; (b) the location of the tree dedication memorial will be exclusive to City parks in areas that are predetermined by City Staff;
(c) the tree selected for the tree dedication memorial will be selected from a preapproved list provided by the City; (d) the formal request of the tree dedication memorial will require an application, proof of residence, and complete payment; and
(e) In the event of a necessary removal, out of courtesy and respect, the City will attempt to notify the person listed on the application but reserves the right to remove the tree dedication memorial in its sole discretion and without need for consent.
SECTION 4. The City Clerk shall certify as to the adoption of this Resolution.
PASSED, APPROVED, AND ADOPTED this 18th day of April, 2022. _____________________________
Shelley Hasselbrink, Mayor
Attachment 2
CC RESO 2022-15
ATTEST:
Windmera Quintanar, MMC, City Clerk
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
Michael S. Daudt, City Attorney
STATE OF CALIFORNIA )
COUNTY OF ORANGE ) ss.
CITY OF LOS ALAMITOS )
I, Windmera Quintanar, MMC, City Clerk, of the City of Los Alamitos, do hereby certify that the foregoing Resolution was adopted at a regular meeting of the City Council held on the 18th of April, 2022, by the following vote, to wit:
AYES: COUNCIL MEMBERS:
NOES: COUNCIL MEMBERS:
ABSENT: COUNCIL MEMBERS:
ABSTAIN: COUNCIL MEMBERS:
_______________________________
Windmera Quintanar, MMC, City Clerk
City of Los Alamitos
Administrative Regulation
Regulation: 10.3
Title: Tree Dedication Memorial Program
Authority: Chet Simmons, City Manager per City Council Resolution 2022-15 Date: April 18, 2022
Revised:
Purpose: The purpose of this policy is to establish a Tree Dedication Memorial Program for the City of Los Alamitos.
Application: This policy applies city-wide.
Regulation:
The City of Los Alamitos is pleased to memorialize someone special in a demonstration that is both everlasting and aesthetic with adoption of the Tree Dedication Memorial Program. Interested individuals will be required to submit an application and payment in order to dedicate a tree. Each application will be evaluated based on program criteria.
The Development Services Department will administer this program under the direction of the City Manager.
• The formal request of a tree dedication memorial will require an application, proof of residency, either by residence or business, and complete payment for service and parts. Checks should be made payable to the City of Los Alamitos. • The tree(s) can be selected from a pre-approved list provided by the City and will be planted at a City park.
• The cost of the tree, plaque and parts, and labor will be set at fair market value and remain consistent.
• The location of the tree dedication memorial is exclusive to City parks in areas that are predetermined by City Staff to ensure safety, proper maintenance, and visibility on behalf of those who purchase the package.
• Upon approval of an application, City Staff will complete all purchases and perform the necessary labor.
Attachment 3
Administrative Regulation 10.3
• Purchase of a tree includes:
o A bronze plaque and small pre-fabricated canister for flowers o The bronze plaque dimensions are 4” x 8”. The plaque is set flush in a 6”x 10” concrete base
o The character size of the script will be limited to fit the plaque purchased through a local vendor
• The City maintains discretion for location placement should the desired location not be available.
• The City will determine the timeline for completion of the tree dedication. • While small ceremonies may take place, large gatherings and formal attendance is required to communicated to the City of Los Alamitos.
• Ongoing general maintenance of the tree and parts will be conducted by the City.
Protection from possible vandalism, weather, damage, and theft cannot be guaranteed. In most cases, the City will make a prudent effort to report any issues to the applicant and offer reasonable repairs or replacement. • In the event of necessary removal due to park development or determination of hazards, out of courtesy and respect, the City of Los Alamitos will attempt to notify the applicant. The City reserves the right to execute removal without the applicant’s consent.
City of Los Alamitos
CITY COUNCIL AGENDA REPORT
MEETING DATE: April 18, 2022 ITEM NUMBER: 10H
To: Mayor Shelley Hasselbrink & Members of the City Council Presented By: Windmera Quintanar, MMC, City Clerk
Subject: Appointment to the Parks, Recreation, and Cultural Arts Commission
SUMMARY
This report provides relevant information by which the City Council may appoint to the Parks, Recreation, and Cultural Arts Commission.
RECOMMENDATION
Appoint Janet Gallagher to the Parks, Recreation, and Cultural Arts Commission for an unexpired term ending December 2025.
BACKGROUND
The Los Alamitos Municipal Code provides for the appointment of residents to City Boards and Commissions. City Council policy has determined interested parties, including incumbents, need to submit an application for consideration by the Council.
Vacancies have occurred on the Parks, Recreation, and Cultural Arts, Planning, and Traffic Commissions. Recruitment has been ongoing since November 2021.
DISCUSSION
In November 2021, Staff began recruiting for unexpired terms on both the Parks, Recreation, and Cultural Arts and Traffic Commission. Council considered applications at its February 28, 2022 meeting. At that time there were no applicatns for either of Commissions.
Parks, Recreation, and Cultural Arts Commission
(One unexpired term expiring December 2022 – Recommended December 2025) Former Commissioner Joe Orozco resigned from the Commission. The term is sent to expire in December 2020. As there are only eight months left in the unexpired term, Staff Commissioner Interviews
April 18, 2022
recommends appointment for the remaining eight months plus a full term of three years.
This will alleviate the need to reappoint the position in December 2022 and allow the appointee an opportunity to learn the position.
Fiscal Impact
None.
Submitted by: Windmera Quintanar, MMC, City Clerk
Approved by: Chet Simmons, City Manager.
Attachment: 1. Application
2. Local Appointments List
Attachment 1
CITY OF LOS ALAMITOS
3191 Katella Avenue, Los Alamitos, CA 90720
LOCAL APPOINTMENTS LIST
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the City of Los Alamitos encourages residents to apply for positions on City Commissions, Boards and Committees. At the end of each year, the City releases a list of expiring appointed terms for the coming year, names of incumbents, and the dates of their appointments. The following is a complete list. Interested residents may contact the Office of the City Clerk for applications and additional information, (562) 431-3538, Ext. 220.
QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS: Members of the following Commissions and Boards shall be appointed, and shall be subject to removal, by motion of the City Council adopted by a majority vote.
The members thereof shall be appointed from the qualified electors of the City for a term of three years, none of who shall hold any paid office or employment in the City government and shall serve until their respective successors are appointed and qualified. If a member of a Board or Commission is absent from three (3) consecutive meetings of such Board or Commission, unless by permission of such Board or Commission expressed in its official minutes, or is convicted of a crime involving moral turpitude, or ceases to be a qualified elector of the City, his/her office shall become vacant and shall be so declared by the City Council.
Planning Commissioners are designated “code filers” under California Government Code Section 87200.
All other Boards/Commissions are designated “code filers” under the City’s Conflict of Interest Code (COIC).
Financial disclosure must be made periodically on specific forms and become documents of public record.
PARKS, RECREATION & CULTURAL ARTS COMMISSION - This is a seven-member Commission, which meets on the first Wednesday of each month at 7:00 p.m. in the City Council Chamber, 3191 Katella Avenue, Los Alamitos. It is responsible for advising the City Council in all matters pertaining to public recreation and parks, including problems of development of recreation areas, facilities, programs and services and formulating policies on recreational services, and also programming yearly events within the community that promote fine arts.
Members First Appointed Exp. Date Residential Area District Alexander Duran February 2018 December 2022 Apartment Row 2 Ray Joseph January 2021 December 2022 Apartment Row 1
Vacant December 2022
William Bandak January 2020 December 2023 Apartment Row 1 Morgan Beck January 2021 December 2023 Highlands 5
Katelyn Duran January 2021 December 2023 Apartment Row 2 Trisha Murphy December 2017 December 2023 College Park North 2 PERSONNEL APPEALS COMMISSION - This is a five-member Commission is appointed for a four-year term and meets on an as-needed basis. The Personnel Appeals Commission receives and hears appeals on personnel matters.
Members First Appointed Exp. Date Residential Area District Robert Lee February 2003 December 2022 Carrier Row 4
William Bandak January 2021 December 2024 Apartment Row 1 Chuck Landon August 2014 December 2024 Greenbrook 2
Elvester Richardson January 2021 December 2024 Old Town West 1 Cathie Salai August 2008 August 2020 Greenbrook 2
Attachment 2
PLANNING COMMISSION - This is a seven-member Commission that meets on the fourth Wednesday of each month at 7:00 p.m. in the Los Alamitos Council Chamber, 3191 Katella Avenue, Los Alamitos. The Planning Commission is responsible for recommendations and implementation of the City's General Plan and zoning ordinances, as well as review of development proposals.
Members First Appointed Exp. Date Residential Area District Mary Anne Cuilty December 2013 December 2021 Highlands 5 Art DeBolt January 2013 December 2021 Suburbia 3
Wendy Grose January 2010 December 2021 Old Town West 1
Gary Loe January 2010 December 2021 Greenbrook 2
Larry Andrade August 2015 December 2026 New Dutch Haven 4 Victor R. Sofelkanik August 2000 December 2026 Greenbrook 2 Davis Zellmer March 2022 December 2026 Suburbia 3
TRAFFIC COMMISSION - This is a seven-member Commission that meets monthly on the second Wednesday of each month at 7:00 p.m. in the Los Alamitos Council Chamber, 3191 Katella Avenue, Los Alamitos. The Traffic Commission is responsible for reviewing complaints, requests or suggestions concerning traffic safety conditions and making recommendations to the City Council.
Members First Appointed Exp. Date Residential Area District Randall Hill December 2016 December 2022 Highlands 5
Javier Mejia January 2013 December 2022 Apartment Row 2 Bruce Murphy January 2020 December 2022 Old Town West 1 Daniel Patz January 2013 December 2022 Greenbrook 2
Vacant December 2022
Dean Hill January 2021 December 2023 Highlands 5
Cathie Salai January 2021 December 2023 Greenbrook 2
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City of Los Alamitos
CITY COUNCIL AGENDA REPORT
MEETING DATE: April 18, 2022 ITEM NUMBER: 11A
To: Mayor Shelley Hasselbrink & Members of the City Council Presented By: Craig Koehler, Finance Director
Subject: Fiscal Year 2022-23 Master Fee Schedule Update
SUMMARY
In an effort to keep cost recovery in parity with the services rendered, it is recommended that the City Council approve the proposed Master Fee Schedule update, which includes a 7.4% increase in applicable fees commensurate with increases in the Consumer Price Index (CPI).
RECOMMENDATION
1. Open the Public Hearing; and,
2. Review the Fiscal Year 2022-23 Master Fee Schedule Update, and;
3. Adopt Resolution No. 2022-11, entitled, “A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LOS ALAMITOS, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING THE
MASTER FEE SCHEDULE BY ADJUSTING CERTAIN USER FEES BASED ON THE INCREASE IN THE CONSUMER PRICE INDEX (CPI)”.
BACKGROUND
A user fee is a charge imposed by the City on an individual for a service or a facility provided directly to that individual. User fees shift the burden of paying for specific governmental services away from the general population to the specific recipients who benefit from the service.
Pursuant to the provisions of the California Constitution and the laws of the State of California, the City of Los Alamitos (“City”) is authorized to adopt and implement fees, rates, and charges for municipal services provided that such fees, rates and charges do not exceed the estimated reasonable cost of providing such services. Before approval of new user fees or modification of existing user fees by the City Council, the City must hold a public hearing on the proposed fee increases and notify the public of the hearing.
Fiscal Year 2022-23 Master Fee Schedule Update
April 18, 2022
The City charges a range of fees for services provided to residents and businesses. User fees and charges are intended to recover all or a portion of the City’s costs for providing a service or access to public property. Examples of City fees include, building permits, recreation classes, facility rentals, etc.
According to the best practices established by the Government Finance Officers Association (GFOA) and National Advisory Council on State and Local Budgeting (NACSLB), governments should calculate the full cost of the different services they provide and should review and update charges and fees periodically based on factors such as the impact of inflation, other cost increases, adequacy of cost recovery, use of services, and the competitiveness of current rates.
In some situations, it may be appropriate to set fees at less than the full cost of service.
For example, services that directly benefit an individual may equally benefit the community as a whole and therefore full cost recovery is not recommended for those types of services. Examples of services that benefit the community as a whole are Recreation programs.
DISCUSSION
In 2015, the City engaged NBS to conduct an independent User Fees and Charges Study.
In March 2017, the User Fees and Charges Study was completed, which included a thorough analysis of the total cost of providing services, including applicable direct and indirect costs associated with specific services.
On July 31, 2017, the City Council adopted Resolution 2017-13, which approved the Master Fee Schedule pursuant to the recommendations set forth in the NBS User Fees and Charges Study. On June 18, 2018, the City Council adopted Resolution 2018-15, which approved the Master Fee Schedule with adjustments to certain user fees based on increase in the CPI. Thereafter the Master Fee Schedule was updated annually via Resolutions 2019-03, 2020-10, and 2021-06 to reflect increases in the CPI.
At this time, City staff has conducted an annual review of the Master Fee Schedule and recommends an increase in 7.4% to applicable fees and charges to reflect the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Consumer Price Index (CPI) for the Los Angeles area (inclusive of Orange County) for the period of March 2021 to February 2022. The proposed changes to the Master Fee Schedule are reflected in Attachment 1 (2022-23 Master Fee Schedule).
The City Council previously adopted a policy requiring annual review and update of the Master Fee Schedule commensurate with changes to the CPI. The NBS User Fees and Charges Study recommended the City utilize the CPI to annually adjust its user fees to keep pace with the cost of inflation. Staff has obtained CPI information and is recommending a 7.4% increase in applicable fees in accordance with the annual review provisions.
Fiscal Year 2022-23 Master Fee Schedule Update
April 18, 2022
At a later date, Staff will bring forward a recommendation to conduct a new Cost Recovery / User Fee and Charges / Allocation Study in conjunction with next year’s budget, and will issue an RFP to engage an independent consultant to perform a thorough analysis of the total cost of providing services, including applicable direct and indirect costs associated with specific services.
FISCAL IMPACT
Where applicable, the Fee Schedules reflect a 7.4% increase in consumer price index from March 2021 to February 2022 for the Los Angeles area (which includes Orange County) as reported by the Federal Bureau of Labor Statistics and included as Attachment 2.
The estimated increase in revenue resulting from the CPI adjustment is approximately twenty-nine thousand five hundred ($29,500). The proposed Budget for Fiscal Year 2022- 23 does not assume a CPI adjustment to the City’s Fee Schedules.
Submitted by: Craig Koehler, Finance Director
Approved by: Chet Simmons, City Manager
Attachment: 1. Resolution No. 2022-11 - Master Fee Schedule
2. Bureau of Labor Statistics, CPI Los Angeles Area – February 2022 RESOLUTION NO. 2022-11
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LOS
ALAMITOS, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING THE MASTER FEE
SCHEDULE BY ADJUSTING CERTAIN USER FEES BASED ON
THE INCREASE IN THE CONSUMER PRICE INDEX (CPI)
WHEREAS, the City of Los Alamitos currently imposes fees upon applicants to recover the costs of staff time, inspection, copying costs and other related expenses related to the review and processing in connection with services; and, WHEREAS, pursuant to the provisions of the California Constitution and the laws of the State of California, the City is authorized to adopt and implement fees, rates, and charges for municipal services provided that such fees, rates and charges do not exceed the estimated reasonable cost of providing such services; and, WHEREAS, in 2015, the City engaged NBS to conduct an independent User Fees and Charges Study. In March 2017, the User Fees and Charges Study was completed, which included a thorough analysis of the total cost of providing services, including applicable direct and indirect costs associated with specific services, a copy of which is maintained on file with the City Clerk; and,
WHEREAS, on July 31, 2017, the City Council adopted Resolution 2017-13, which approved the Master Fee Schedule pursuant to the recommendations set forth in the NBS User Fees and Charges Study; and,
WHEREAS, pursuant to Resolution No. 2017-13, the City Council approved and adopted updated development processing fees and other user rates, charges, and fees (collectively, “user fees”) as set forth and established in the Master Fee Schedule finding that the user fees established are reasonable and necessary to reimburse the City for its actual and reasonable costs to provide those services for which the fees are levied; and,
WHEREAS, on June 18, 2018, the City Council adopted Resolution 2018-15, approving increases to the user fees established pursuant to Resolution 2017-13, for all applicable fees and charges, in accordance with the Consumer Price Index (CPI) report for the month of March of the corresponding year for the Los Angeles area (inclusive of Orange County) for all Urban Consumers, as well as approving other adjustments that eliminated, reduced and/or modified certain user fees, by approving amendments to the Master Fee Schedule; and,
WHEREAS, on January 22, 2019 the City Council adopted Resolution No. 2019- 03, which approved: (1) an increase of 2.5% to applicable fees and charges to reflect the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Consumer Price Index (CPI) for the Los Angeles area (inclusive of Orange County) for the period of February 2018 to February 2019; (2) reduced certain fees based on recalculated amounts supported by NBS’ approved methodology and City staff tabulation; (3) approved adjustments that eliminate, reduce, Attachment 1
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and/or modify other use fees and charges; and, (4) annual review and update of the Master Fee Schedule commensurate with changes to the CPI; and, WHEREAS, on May 18, 2020 the City Council adopted Resolution No. 2020-10, which approved an increase in 1.9% to applicable fees and charges to reflect the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Consumer Price Index (CPI) for the Los Angeles area (inclusive of Orange County) for the period of March 2019 to March 2020; and, WHEREAS, on May 17, 2021, the City Council adopted Resolution No. 2021-06, which approved an increase in 1.0% to applicable fees and charges to reflect the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Consumer Price Index (CPI) for the Los Angeles area (inclusive of Orange County) for the period of March 2020 to February 2021; and, WHEREAS, upon recommendation of City staff following completion of an annual review of the Master Fee Schedule, the City Council desires to approve increases to the user fees established pursuant to this Resolution 2022-14, for all applicable fees and charges, in accordance with the Consumer Price Index (CPI) report for the Los Angeles area (inclusive of Orange County) for all Urban Consumers, by approving adjustments to the Master Fee Schedule as set forth herein; and,
WHEREAS, the City has studied and reviewed the fees charged by other cities for such services to assure that the proposed cost recovery fees are reasonable; and, WHEREAS, pursuant to Government Code Section 66016, the City has: (1) made available to the public at least ten days prior to its public hearing, data supporting the reasonableness of the fees; (2) mailed notice at least fourteen days prior to the public hearing to all interested parties who have requested notice of new or increased fees; and (3) held a duly noticed, regularly scheduled public hearing at which oral and written testimony was received regarding the proposed fees; and, WHEREAS, all legal prerequisites to the adoption of this Resolution, including without limitation adherence to Government Code Sections 66014, 66017, and 66018, have occurred.
NOW, THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LOS ALAMITOS DOES RESOLVE AS FOLLOWS:
SECTION 1. Adoption of Recitals. The City Council of the City of Los Alamitos, California, finds that the above recitals are true and correct and are incorporated by reference herein.
SECTION 2. Approval of Update to User Fees. The City Council hereby approves and adopts the amendments to the Master Fee Schedule as set forth and established in Exhibit "A" attached hereto and by this reference incorporated herein, reflecting adjustments to certain user fees based on a CPI adjustment of 7.4%; and the City Council hereby finds and determines that the adjusted user fees established herein CC RESO 2022-11
do not exceed the estimated reasonable cost of providing the services for which the fees are levied.
SECTION 3. Effective Date. The CPI increase to and modification of certain user fees established pursuant to this Resolution shall take effect and shall be implemented 60-days following the adoption of this Resolution.
SECTION 4. Annual Review and Update. The City Council hereby directs staff to annually review and, as appropriate, recommend to the City Council an increase of the user fees included in the Master Fee Schedule on July 1st of each fiscal year, in accordance with the Consumer Price Index (CPI) reported for the month of March of the corresponding year for the Los Angeles area for all Urban Consumers.
SECTION 5. Environmental Exemption. The adoption of this Resolution is exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (“CEQA”) pursuant to Section 15273 of CEQA Guidelines and Section 21080(b)(8) of the Public Resources Code; and in accordance with such determination, City staff is hereby directed to file a Notice of Exemption upon adoption of this Resolution.
SECTION 6. Severability. If any user fee, rate, or charge adopted or increased by this Resolution is for any reason held to the invalid or unconstitutional by the decision of any court of competent jurisdiction, such fee, rate, or charge shall be deemed a separate, distinct, and independent provision of this Resolution, and such holding shall not affect the validity of the remaining user fees, rate, and charges adopted or revised herein. The City Council hereby declares that it would have adopted the Resolution and each section, subsection, subdivision, sentence, clause, phrase, or portion thereof, irrespective of the fact that any or more sections, subsections, subdivisions, sentences, clauses, phrases, or portions thereof be declared invalid or unconstitutional.
SECTION 7. The City Clerk shall certify as to the adoption of this Resolution.
PASSED, APPROVED, AND ADOPTED this 18th day of April, 2022. ________________________________
Shelley Hasselbrink, Mayor
ATTEST:
____________________________________
Windmera Quintanar, MMC, City Clerk
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
____________________________________
Michael S. Daudt, City Attorney
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STATE OF CALIFORNIA )
COUNTY OF ORANGE ) ss
CITY OF LOS ALAMITOS )
I, Windmera Quintanar, MMC, City Clerk of the City of Los Alamitos, California, do hereby certify that the foregoing resolution was adopted at a regular meeting of the City Council held on the 18th day of April, 2022, by the following vote to wit:
AYES: COUNCILMEMBERS:
NOES: COUNCILMEMBERS:
ABSENT: COUNCILMEMBERS:
ABSTAIN: COUNCILMEMBERS:
________________________________
Windmera Quintanar, MMC, City Clerk
Exhibit A
City of Los Alamitos
MASTER FEE SCHEDULE
Proposed Adoption: April 18, 2022
Implementation: July 1, 2022
Administration - Cost of Service Estimate for Fee Related Services & Activities Delinquent Customer Fees
Adm 1 Returned Check Processing (Non-Sufficient Funds NSF) Adm 2 1st NSF Check [7] $ 25 $ 25
Adm 3 Each Subsequent NSF Check [7] $ 35 $ 35
Adm 4 Transient Occupancy Tax (TOT) Administration processing fee (line addition to penalty) [9] $ 10 $ 10
Adm 5 Collections Fee [9] $ 136 $ 146
Finance Processing Fees
Adm 6 Admin Processing Fee (per transaction) $ 5 $ 5
Adm 7 Refund Processing - Check $ 34 $ 36
Adm 8 Check Reissuance [12] $ 66 $ 71
Copies:
Adm 9 Per page [10] $ 0.10 $ 0.10
Electronic Data Request (CD/DVD Copy)
Adm 10 Copy of Existing Data File $ 10 $ 11
Adm 11 Copy of Non-Existing Data File $ 21 $ 23
Other
Adm 12 Certification of Document $ 21 $ 23
Adm 13 Witness Oath Admin Fee $ 10 $ 11
Adm 14 Certificate Fee $ 10 $ 11
Adm 15 Notary Fee [14] $ 15 $ 15
Adm 16 U.S Veteran Notary Fee $ - $ -
Subpoena Fee
Adm 17 Response to subpoena - Hourly [2] $ 26 $ 28
Adm 18 Response to subpoena - Records [2] $ 16 $ 16
Adm 19 Response to subpoena - Civil [1] $ 301 $ 323
Business License
Adm 20 Change to Business License - Name [13] $ 13 $ 14 Adm 21 Change to Business License - Location [13] $ 13 $ 14 Adm 22 Duplicate Business License [13] $ 13 $ 14
Adm 23 Business License Home Occupation Inspection [11] $ 117 $ 126 Business Permits and Regulations
Adm 24 Bingo Permit [5] $ 55 $ 59
Hourly Rates
Adm 25 Admin Svcs - Hourly Rate $ 136 $ 146
Adm 26 City Clerk - Hourly Rate $ 120 $ 129
Election Related
Adm 27 Filing Fee Candidate's Nomiation Papers [15] $ 25 $ 25 2021-22
Adopted Fee
Level / Deposit
2022-23
Recommended
Fee Level /
Deposit
Fee
No. Fee Description
Notes
Administration
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Administration - Cost of Service Estimate for Fee Related Services & Activities 2021-22
Adopted Fee
Level / Deposit
2022-23
Recommended
Fee Level /
Deposit
Fee
No. Fee Description
Notes
For services requested of City staff which have no fee listed in this fee schedule, the City Manager or the City Manager's designee shall determine the appropriate fee based on the established hourly rates for this department/division. Additionally, the City will pass-through to the applicant any discrete costs incurred from the use of external service providers if required to process the specific application.
[Notes]
[1] Set by State
[2] CA Evidence Code 1563
[5] CA Govt. Code 25845; Penal Code 326.3-326.5
[7] Per CA Civil Code; 1st NSF Check is limited to $25 fee; each subsequent NSF check is limited to $35 fee
[9] New Fee
[10] Per Public Records Act ($ .10 per page)
[11] Cost from CD-Planning
[12] Includes the bank fee of $30 for stop payment
[13] Current actual cost to City: HDL costs = $12 per item [14] AB 2217, effective 1.1.17 $15 2217,
[15] CA Elections Code 10228
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Planning - Cost of Service Estimate for Fee Related Services & Activities Planning Zoning Related Fees
PL 1 Accessory Structure Fee $ 82 $ 88
PL 2 Administrative Use Permit - New (ex. Outside Dining) $ 82 $ 88 PL 3 Administrative Use Permit - Renewal (ex. Outside Dining) $ 234 $ 252 PL 4 Annexation - Deposit [1,2] Deposit
$20,000
Deposit
$20,000
PL 5 Appeal - Director - Non-Resident $ 2,572 $ 2,763
PL 5.1 Appeal - Director - Resident $ 876 $ 941
PL 6 Appeal - Planning Commission - Non-Resident [2] Deposit $2,349 Deposit $2,349 PL 6.1 Appeal - Planning Commission - Resident $ 1,048 $ 1,126 PL 7 Applicant Case Continuance Fee $ 1,286 $ 1,381
PL 8 Business License - Field Inspection $ 117 $ 126
PL 9 Contract Planner - Expedited Services - Deposit (based on project) [1,2] Actual Cost Actual Cost PL 10 Cottage Food Operation Permit $ 234 $ 252
PL 11 CUP - Minor - Use Change $ 1,286 $ 1,381
PL 12 CUP - Major - Construction Related $ 2,572 $ 2,763 PL 13 Development Agreement - Deposit [1,2] Deposit
$20,000
Deposit
$20,000
PL 14 Ext of Time Requests - Discretionary [2] Deposit $443 Deposit $443 PL 15 Filming Permit (Public - see Encroachment Permit) PL 16 General Plan Amendment [2] Deposit $2,438 Deposit $2,438 PL 17 Home Occupation Permit $ 112 $ 120
PL 18 Inspection Fee for Planning/ Code Enforcement (excessive) $ 234 $ 252 PL 19 Interpretation and Similar Use [2] Deposit $2,438 Deposit $2,438 PL 20 Noticing Fee $ 234 $ 252
PL 21 Planning Plan Check - Minor (Additional Sq. Ft of ≤ 250 sq. ft.) $ 117 $ 126 PL 22 Planning Plan Check - Major (> 250 Sq. Ft) $ 468 $ 502 PL 23 Pre-Application Meeting $ 1,403 $ 1,507
PL 24 Preliminary Review $ 234 $ 252
PL 25 Review of CCR's [1] Actual Cost Actual Cost
PL 26 Second Dwelling Unit application review $ 2,572 $ 2,763 PL 27 Signs: Sign Permit $ 350 $ 376
PL 28 Signs: Planned Sign Program $ 2,572 $ 2,763
PL 29 Signs: Temp Banner/Sign $ 58 $ 62
PL 30 Site Plan Review - Minor (additions, minor improvements; covers up to 1 hour) $ 2,572 $ 2,763
PL 31 Site Plan Review - Major (all others) $ 3,507 $ 3,767 PL 32 Street Name Change Request $ 702 $ 754
PL 33 Street Naming $ 468 $ 502
PL 34 Temporary Use Permit $ 935 $ 1,004
PL 35 Special Event Permit (road closures, parades) - Non-Resident $ 468 $ 502 PL 35.1 Special Event Permit (road closures, parades) - Resident $ 164 $ 176 PL 36 Tentative Parcel Map $ 1,472 $ 1,581
PL 37 Tentative Tract Map $ 1,682 $ 1,806
2022-23
Recommended
Fee Level /
Deposit
Fee
No. Fee Description
Notes
2021-22
Adopted Fee
Level / Deposit
Planning
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Planning - Cost of Service Estimate for Fee Related Services & Activities 2022-23
Recommended
Fee Level /
Deposit
Fee
No. Fee Description
Notes
2021-22
Adopted Fee
Level / Deposit
PL 38 Variance $ 935 $ 1,004
PL 39 Zoning Letter $ 468 $ 502
PL 40 Zoning Ordinance Amendment - Map [1,2] Deposit $2,500 Deposit $2,500 PL 41 Zoning Ordinance - Text Amendment [1,2] Deposit $2,500 Deposit $2,500 PL 42 Zoning Permit $ 350 $ 376
Environmental Review
PL 43 Initial Environmental Assessment $ 234 $ 252
PL 44 Assessment - Historical Structures $ 234 $ 252
PL 45 Environmental Review $ 5,845 $ 6,278
PL 46 Negative Declaration [1] Actual Cost Actual Cost
PL 47 Mitigated Negative Declaration [1] Actual Cost Actual Cost PL 48 Environmental Impact Report [1] Actual Cost Actual Cost PL 49 Initial Study [1] Actual Cost Actual Cost
NPDES/Stormwater
PL 50 High - Annual Inspection $ 703 $ 755
PL 51 Medium (every 2 yrs.) $ 468 $ 503
PL 61 Low (every 5 yrs.) $ 273 $ 293
Document Fees
PL 52 Copy Services (Per Page) $ 0.10 $ 0.10
PL 53 Plans - Blueprints [1] Actual Cost Actual Cost
PL 54 Special Research by Planning Staff (hourly) $ 234 $ 252 PL 55 County Recording Fee (pass thru; check written directly to County) [1] Actual Cost Actual Cost Processing Fees
PL 56 Cash Bond Acceptance and Processing $ 117 $ 126
PL 57 Tract/Other Bonds Processing $ 117 $ 126
PL 58 Lien Processing $ 117 $ 126
Special Regulatory Business Permits
* Require a Conditional Use Permit (CUP) - fees are listed above and background review per Police Department (corresponding fees if applicable)
Entertainment Related Fees
PL 59 Live Entertainer - License [1,2] Deposit $1,500 Deposit $1,500 PL 60 Live Entertainer - Application renewal [1,2] Deposit $1,500 Deposit $1,500 Escort Related Businesses Fees
PL 63 Escort License - Agency , [1,2] Deposit $1,500 Deposit $1,500 PL 64 Escort License - Agency renewal [1,2] Deposit $800 Deposit $800 PL 65 Escort License - Individual [1,2] Deposit $1,500 Deposit $1,500 PL 66 Escort License - Individual renewal [1,2] Deposit $1,500 Deposit $1,500 Planning
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Planning - Cost of Service Estimate for Fee Related Services & Activities 2022-23
Recommended
Fee Level /
Deposit
Fee
No. Fee Description
Notes
2021-22
Adopted Fee
Level / Deposit
Adult Related Businesses Fees
PL 67 Adult Use - Planning Permit Fee [1,2] Deposit $1,500 Deposit $1,500 PL 68 Adult Oriented Business License [1,2] Deposit $1,500 Deposit $1,500 PL 69 Adult Oriented Business License (Renewal) [1,2] Deposit $1,500 Deposit $1,500 PL 70 Adult Use Planning Permit Fee - Ext. of Non Conf. [1,2] Deposit $1,500 Deposit $1,500 PL 71 Figure Model License [1,2] Deposit $1,500 Deposit $1,500 PL 72 Figure Model License (Renewal) [1,2] Deposit $1,500 Deposit $1,500 Code Enforcement (fees in addition to fines)
PL 73 Violation Reoccurrence Fee $ 234 $ 252
PL 74 Code Enforcement - Re-Inspection $ 234 $ 252
PL 75 Code Enforcement - Right of Way Pick Up/Storage (signs) $ 234 $ 252 Other
PL 76 Admin Processing Fee (Delinquent processing) $ 117 $ 126 Hourly Rate
PL 77 Planning - Hourly Rate $ 234 $ 252
Banner Fees
PL 78 2-sided Banner Permit on Los Alamitos Blvd Median $100 admin fee + $90/per
banner
$100 admin fee
+ $90/per
banner
WQMP Fees
PL 79 Review and Inspection Fee [2,4] Deposit $1,500 Deposit $1,500 For services requested of City staff which have no fee listed in this fee schedule, the City Manager or the City Manager's designee shall determine the appropriate fee based on the established hourly rates for this department/division. Additionally, the City will pass-through to the applicant any discrete costs incurred from the use of external service providers if required to process the specific application, including all applicable Citywide Overhead. A Deposit may be required in place of a flat fee, with actual costs charged against the deposit.
[Notes]
[1] Actual Cost using FBHR
[2] Deposit
[3] CA Govt. Code 25845; Penal Code 326.3-326.5
[4] New Fee
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Public Works - Cost of Service Estimate for Fee Related Services & Activities PW 1 Improvement - Plan Check - Per Sheet (Street, Storm Drain) - includes 3 reviews $ 933 $ 1,002
PW 1 Improvement - Plan Check - Per Sheet (Street, Storm Drain) - 4th and subsequent review $ 186 $ 200
PW 2 Improvement - Inspection (Street, Storm Drain) - per inspection $ 560 $ 601 PW 3 Grading - Plan Check - Residential lots $ 725 $ 779 PW 4 Grading - Plan Check - Commercial lots [1] Deposit $687 - Actual Cost
Deposit $687 -
Actual Cost
PW 5 Hydrology Report $ 725 $ 779
PW 6 Geotech/ Soils Review [1] Deposit $687 -
Actual Cost
Deposit $687 -
Actual Cost
PW 7 Parking Space Closure $ 1,119 $ 1,202
PW 8 Sidewalk Closure $ 747 $ 802
PW 9 Traffic Study Review $ 2,239 $ 2,405
PW 10 Grading - Inspection $ 373 $ 401
PW 11 Final Tract Map $ 1,306 $ 1,403
PW 12 Parcel Map per Parcel $ 725 $ 779
PW 13 Lot Line Adjustment (per parcel) $ 725 $ 779
PW 14 Other Legal Checking [1] Actual Cost Actual Cost
PW 15 Curb Painting (per 30 l.f. of curb) $ 373 $ 401
PW 16 Access: Commercial $ 373 $ 401
PW 17 Access: Personal/Homeowner $ 373 $ 401
PW 18 Commercial Photography Motion Picture - per Day $ 653 $ 701 PW 19 Commercial Photography/Still Pictures - per Day $ 186 $ 200 PW 20 Surplus Material Removal (Review of Contractor's Hauling Plan) $ 560 $ 601 PW 21 Road Closure $ 653 $ 701
Underground Utilities:
PW 22 0-100 l.f. $ 653 $ 701
PW 23 101-1,000 l.f. $ 933 $ 1,002
PW 24 1,000 + l.f. $ 1,680 $ 1,804
PW 25 per Additional l.f. $ 2 $ 2
PW 26 Aerial Utilities - All (per pole) $ 747 $ 802
PW 27 Landscaping / Gardening Irrigation (> 2,500 s.f.) [4] $ 836 $ 898 PW 28 Bus Bench / Shelter Master Permit / Renewal $ 466 $ 501 PW 29 Bus Bench / Shelter Indiv. Bench Placement / Renewal $ 186 $ 200 PW 30 Bus Shelter Master Permit & Renewal $ 140 $ 151
PW 68 Bus Bench/Shelter Removal $ 10 $ 10
PW 69 Bus Bench/Shelter Storage per month $ 5 $ 5
PW 31 News Rack Fee $ 280 $ 301
PW 32 Culvert $ 466 $ 501
PW 33 Driveway Approach - Residential $ 186 $ 200
PW 34 Driveway Approach - Commercial $ 615 $ 661
PW 35 Curbs & Gutters per 100 l.f. $ 186 $ 200
PW 36 Sidewalks $ 280 $ 301
PW 37 Paving $ 653 $ 701
PW 38 Paving per l.f. $ 1 $ 1
2022-23
Recommended
Fee Level /
Deposit
Fee
No. Fee Description
Notes
2021-22
Adopted Fee
Level / Deposit
Public Works
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Public Works - Cost of Service Estimate for Fee Related Services & Activities 2022-23
Recommended
Fee Level /
Deposit
Fee
No. Fee Description
Notes
2021-22
Adopted Fee
Level / Deposit
PW 39 Catch Basin $ 280 $ 301
PW 40 Storm Drain Entries 0-27" $ 373 $ 401
PW 41 Storm Drain Entries > 27" $ 373 $ 401
PW 42 Traffic Control Plan $ 747 $ 802
PW 43 Memorial Tree/Rock Installation [1] Actual Cost Actual Cost PW 44 Old Street Sign Sale [2] $ 16 $ 18
PW 45 Sign Installation $ 143 $ 154
PW 46 Barricade / Delineator Request - Per Event or Incident [1] Actual Cost Actual Cost PW 47 Shopping Cart Retrieval $ 48 $ 52
Monitoring Well Installation Fee (Per Well)
PW 48 Plan Review $ 143 $ 154
PW 49 Traffic Plan $ 431 $ 463
PW 50 Inspection $ 143 $ 154
Crane Permit
PW 51 Traffic Plan $ 431 $ 463
PW 52 Inspection $ 143 $ 154
PW 53 Outdoor Dining Permit $ 863 $ 927
PW 54 Parklet Fee $ 576 $ 619
Oversize/ Overweight Permit
PW 55 Single [2,3] $ 16 $ 16
PW 56 Annual [2,3] $ 90 $ 90
PW 57 Tree Removal Fee $ 288 $ 309
PW 58 Temporary "No Parking" Sign Fee $ 576 $ 619
Impact Analysis / Review
PW 59 Traffic [1] Actual Cost Actual Cost
PW 60 Soils [1] Actual Cost Actual Cost
PW 61 Noise [1] Actual Cost Actual Cost
PW 62 Street Vacation Fee [1] Actual Cost Actual Cost
PW 63 Incident/ Accident Response (Haz Mat, Accident, Other) [1] Actual Cost Actual Cost PW 64 Standard City List of repair/ replacement items [1] Actual Cost Actual Cost Hourly Rates:
PW 65 PW Engineering - Hourly Rate $ 186 $ 200
PW 66 PW Maintenance - Hourly Rate $ 143 $ 154
PW 67 After Hours Rate (Per hour; 2 hour minimum $286) [5] $ 143 $ 154 For services requested of City staff which have no fee listed in this fee schedule, the City Manager or the City Manager's designee shall determine the appropriate fee based on the established hourly rates for this department/division. Additionally, the City will pass-through to the applicant any discrete costs incurred from the use of external service providers if required to process the specific application.
[Notes]
[1] Recommended fee is "Actual Cost" using fully burdened hourly rate [2] Placeholder for Master Fee Schedule (MFS), not included in cost analysis [3] Fee Set by State ($16;$90 maximum)
[4] New Fee
[5] After Hours: Monday through Thursday between 6pm-6am; All day Friday, Saturday, and Sunday; City approved Holidays
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Building - Cost of Service Estimate for Fee Related Services & Activities Building Fees
Project valuations determined by the most recent published International Code Council (ICC) Building Valuation Table or by Contractors signed contract, at the discretion of the Building Official [1]
Valuation-Based Inspection Fees
Building Valuation Range
BL 1 $1 - $500 $ 192 $ 206
BL 2 $501 - $2,000 $ 288 $ 309
BL 3 $2,001 - $6,000 $ 383 $ 412
BL 4 $6,001 - $12,000 $ 575 $ 617
BL 5 $12,000 - $25,000 $ 768 $ 824
BL 6 $25,001 base fee $ 959 $ 1,030
BL 7 Each additional $1000 or fraction thereof up to $50,000 $ 30.68 $ 33 BL 8 $50,001 base fee $ 1,694 $ 1,819
BL 9 Each additional $1000 or fraction thereof up to $100,000 $ 11.51 $ 12.36 BL 1 $100,001 base fee $ 2,258 $ 2,425
BL 11 Each additional $1000 or fraction thereof up to $500,000 $ 4.31 $ 4.63 BL 12 $500,001 base fee $ 3,951 $ 4,244
BL 13 Each additional $1000 or fraction thereof up to $1,000,000 $ 5.37 $ 5.76 BL 14 $1,000,000 Base Fee $ 6,582 $ 7,069
BL 15 Each additional $1000 beyond $1,000,000 $ 3.84 $ 4.12 Valuation-Based Plan Review Fees
Building Valuation Range
BL 16 $1 - $500 $ 96 $ 103.00
BL 17 $501 - $2,000 $ 96 $ 103.00
BL 18 $2,001 - $6,000 $ 192 $ 206.00
BL 19 $6,001 - $12,000 $ 383 $ 412.00
BL 20 $12,000 - $25,000 $ 768 $ 824.00
BL 21 $25,001 - $50,000 base fee $ 1,130 $ 1,214.00
BL 22 Each additional $1000 or fraction thereof up to $50,000 $ 15.34 $ 16.48 BL 23 $50,001 base fee $ 1,415 $ 1,520.00
BL 24 Each additional $1000 or fraction thereof up to $100,000 $ 7.68 $ 8.24 BL 25 $100,001 base fee $ 1,883 $ 2,022.00
BL 26 Each additional $1000 or fraction thereof up to $500,000 $ 1.19 $ 1.28 BL 27 $500,001 base fee $ 2,351 $ 2,525.00
BL 28 Each additional $1000 or fraction thereof up to $1,000,000 $ 0.77 $ 0.82 BL 29 $1,000,000 Base Fee $ 2,725 $ 2,927.00
BL 30 Each additional $1000 beyond $1,000,000 $ 1.64 $ 1.76 BL 31 Residential Track - Plan Check (Repeat $100,000 - $500,000) $ 288 $ 309.00 BL 32 Residential Track - Plan Check - > $500,000 each additional $100,000 $ 33 $ 35.00
2022-23
Recommended
Fee Level /
Deposit
Fee No.
Notes
Fee Description 2021-22
Adopted Fee
Level / Deposit
Building
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Fee Level /
Deposit
Fee No.
Notes
Fee Description 2021-22
Adopted Fee
Level / Deposit
BL 33 Accessibility Plan Check (applicable to all non-residential project) 5% of plan check fee
5% of plan
check fee
Miscellaneous Building Fees
BL 34 Permit Issuance $ 48 $ 52
Solar PV Permit Fee
Residential
BL 35 < 15 kW [7] $ 450 $ 450
BL 36 > 15 kW [7] $450 plus $15
per kW
$450 plus $15
per kW
Commercial
BL 37 < 50 kW [7] $ 1,000 $ 1,000
BL 38 51 - 250 kW [7] $1,000 plus $7
per kW
$1,000 plus $7
per kW
BL 39 > 250 kW [7] $2,400 plus $5
per kW
$2,400 plus $5
per kW
BL 40 Reroof Permit Fee - Residential 1st 500 square foot $ 96 $ 103 BL 41 Reroof Permit Fee - Residential for each additional 500 s.f. $ 48 $ 52 BL 42 Reroof Permit Fee - Commercial 1st 1,000 square foot $ 288 $ 309 BL 43 Reroof Permit Fee - Commercial for each additional 1,000 s.f. $ 143 $ 154 Portable Spas and Portable Pools Placed at Grade (Single Family and Duplex Residential Only)
BL 44 Plan Review $ 48 $ 52
BL 45 Inspection $ 48 $ 52
Reinspection Fees
BL 46 Code Enforcement - City Attorney - per hour Actual Cost Actual Cost Other Fees
BL 47 Expedited Plan Review (Using Outside Consultants) Actual Cost (including Admin Cost) (hourly) Actual Cost Actual Cost BL 48 Green Building and Accessibility Review 5% of Plan Check Fee
5% of Plan
Check Fee
BL 49 Energy Calculation Review Fee $ 96 $ 103
Surcharges
BL 50 General Plan Maintenance Fee [9]
9.3% of
Building Permit
Fee
9.3% of
Building Permit
Fee
BL 51 Technology Fee 20% of Building
Permit Fee
20% of Building
Permit Fee
BL 52 Additional Plan Review (per hour) $ 192 $ 206
BL 53 Temporary Certificate of Use and Occupancy [2] $ 48 $ 52 BL 54 Certificate of Occupancy [2] $ 48 $ 52
BL 55 Failure to obtain permit [3] 2 X Permit Fee 2 X Permit Fee Building
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Building Relocation Fee
BL 56 Within City
$175 +
Valuation for
reconstruction
of building
$175 +
Valuation for
reconstruction
of building
BL 57 From Outside City
$175 +
Valuation for
reconstruction
of building
$175 +
Valuation for
reconstruction
of building
BL 58 Same parcel
$175 +
Valuation for
reconstruction
of building
$175 +
Valuation for
reconstruction
of building
Electrical Permits [8]
Permit Issuance Fees
BL 59 For Issuing Permit $ 48 $ 52
BL 60 For issuing each supplemental permit for which the original permit has not expired, been canceled, or finaled. $ 15 $ 16 BL 61 Plan Check Fee (per hour) $ 192 $ 206
Unit Fee Schedule (the following do not include permit issuing fees)
For receptacle, switch, lighting, or other outlets at which current is used or controlled, except services, feeders, and meters.
BL 62 First 10 (Fee is for 1-10) [5] $ 6 $ 6
BL 63 Additional Outlets (fee is for each. Time estimate/cost is for each 10) [5] $ 1 $ 1
Lighting Fixtures-lighting fixtures, sockets, or other lamp-holding devices
BL 64 First 10 (Fee is for 1-10) [5] $ 6 $ 6
BL 65 Additional Outlets (fee is for each. Time estimate/cost is for each 10) [5] $ 1 $ 1
BL 66 Pole or platform mounted fixtures (Time estimate/cost is for first 10) [5] $ 10 $ 10
BL 67 Pole or platform mounted fixtures (each additional) $ 15 $ 16 BL 68 Theatrical-type lighting fixtures or assemblies. $ 15 $ 16 Residential Appliances
BL 69
For fixed residential appliances or receptacle outlets for same, including wall-mounted electric ovens; countermounted cooking tops; electric ranges; self-contained room, console, or through wall heaters; food waste grinders;
dishwashers; washing machines; water heaters; clothes
dryers; or other motor operated appliances not exceeding one horsepower (HP) in rating. (each) (For other types of air conditioners and other motor-driven appliances having larger electrical ratings, see Power Apparatus.)
$ 64 $ 68
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Nonresidential Appliances
BL 70
For residential appliances and self-contained, factory-wired nonresidential appliances not exceeding one horsepower
(HP) or kilovolt (KVA) in rating including medical and dental devices; food, beverage, and ice cream cabinets; illuminated show cases; drinking fountains; vending machines; laundry machines; or other types of equipment.(each) (For other types of air conditioners and other motor-driven appliances having larger electrical ratings, see Power Apparatus.)
$ 127 $ 136
Power Apparatus
For motors, generators, transformers, rectifiers, synchronous convertors, capacitors, industrial heating, air conditioners and heat pumps, cooking or baking equipment and other apparatus as follows. Rating horsepower (HP), Kilowatts (KW), Kilovolt-amperes (KVA), or Kilovolt-amperes-reactive (KVAR).These fees include all switches, circuit breakers, contractors, thermostats, relays, and other directly controlled equipment.
BL 71 For 1 Item $ 96 $ 103
BL 72 For each additional item $ 33 $ 35
Busways
BL 73
For each trolley and plug-in-type busways, each 100 feet or fraction thereof. An additional fee will be required for lighting fixtures, motors, and other appliances that are connected to trolley and plug-in-type busways. No fee is required for portable tools. (each)
$ 96 $ 103
Signs, Outline Lighting, and Marquees
BL 74 For signs, outline lighting systems, or marquees supplied from one branch circuit. (each) $ 240 $ 258
BL 75 For additional branch circuits with the same sign, outline lighting system, or marquee. (each) $ 33 $ 35
Services (Meters)
BL 76 For services of 600 volts or less and not over 200 amperes in rating (each) $ 96 $ 103
BL 77 For services of 600 volts or less and over 200 amperes to 1000 amperes (each) $ 143 $ 154
BL 78 For services of 600 volts or over or over 1000 amperes in rating (each) $ 192 $ 206
Sub-panels - Misc. Apparatus, Conduits, and Conductors
BL 79
For electrical apparatus, conduits, and conductors for which a permit is required but for which no fee is herein set forth. (each)
$ 96 $ 103
Temporary Power Service (give applicant orange card for temp pole) BL 80
For a temporary service power pole or pedestal including all pole or pedestal mounted receptacle outlets and
appurtenances. (each)
$ 96 $ 103
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BL 85
For a temporary distribution system and temporary lighting and receptacle outlets for construction sites, decorative light, Christmas tree sales lots, fireworks stands, etc. (each) $ 33 $ 35
Private Swimming Pools
BL 81
For new private, residential, in-ground swimming pools for single-family and multifamily occupancies including a
complete system of necessary branch circuit wiring, bonding, grounding, underwater lighting, water pumping, and other similar electrical equipment directly related to the operation of a swimming pool.
$ 288 $ 309
BL 82
*For other types of swimming pools, therapeutic whirlpools, spas, and alterations to existing swimming pools use the Unit Fee Schedule.
Carnivals and Circuses-traveling shows or exhibitions utilizing transportable-type rides, booths, displays, and attractions BL 83 For electrical generators and electrically driven rides (each) $ 96 $ 103 BL 84 For Mechanically-driven rides and walk-through attractions or displays having electric lighting (each) $ 96 $ 103
BL 85 For a system of area and booth lighting (each) $ 96 $ 103 BL 86 *For permanently installed rides, booths, displays, and attractions use the Unit Fee Schedule
Other Inspections and Fees
BL 87 Inspections outside of normal business hours (per hr.) [4] $ 192 $ 206 BL 88 Reinspection fee-flat fee assessed under provisions of section 305(h) $ 96 $ 103
BL 89 Inspections for which no fee is specifically indicated (per hour) [4] $ 192 $ 206
BL 90 Additional plan review required by changes, additions, or revisions to approved plans (per hour) [4] $ 96 $ 103
Mechanical Permit Fees [8]
Permit Issuance and Heaters
BL 91 For the issuance of each mechanical permit $ 48 $ 52 BL 92 For issuing each supplemental permit for which the original permit has not expired, been canceled, or finaled. $ 15 $ 16 BL 93 Plan Check Fee (per hour) $ 192 $ 206
Unit Fee Schedule
Furnaces
BL 94
For the installation or relocation of each forced-air or gravity type furnace or burner, including ducts and vents attached to such appliance, up to and including 100,000 BTU/h (29.3 kW) $ 64 $ 68
BL 95
For the installation or relocation of each forced-air or gravity type furnace or burner, including ducts and vents attached to such appliance over 100,000 BTU/h (29.3 kW)
$ 64 $ 68
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Adopted Fee
Level / Deposit
BL 96 For the installation or relocation of each floor furnace, including vent $ 64 $ 68
BL 97 For the installation for relocation of each suspended heater, recessed wall heater, or floor-mounted unit heater. $ 64 $ 68 Appliance Vents
BL 98
For the installation, relocation, or replacement of each appliance vent installed and not included in an appliance permit.
$ 48 $ 52
Repairs or Additions
BL 99
For the repair of, alteration of, or addition to each heating appliance, refrigeration unit, cooling unit, absorption unit, or each heating, cooling, absorption, or evaporative cooling system, including installation of controls regulated by the Mechanical Code.
$ 48 $ 52
Boilers and AC Units
BL 100
For the installation or relocation of each boiler or compressor to and including 3 horsepower (10.6 kW), or each absorption system to and including 100,000 Btu/h (29.3 kW)
$ 64 $ 68
BL 101
For the installation or relocation of each boiler or compressor over 3 horsepower (10.6 kW), and including 15 Horsepower (52.7 kw) or each absorption system over 100,000 Btu/h (29.3 kW) to and including 500,000 Btu/h (146.6 kW)
$ 96 $ 103
BL 102
For the installation or relocation of each boiler or compressor over 15 horsepower (52.7 kW), and including 30 Horsepower (105.5 kW) or each absorption over 500,000 Btu/h (146.6 kW) to and including 1,000,000 Btu/h (293.1 kW)
$ 128 $ 138
BL 103
For the installation or relocation of each boiler or compressor over 30 horsepower (105.5 kW), and including 50
Horsepower (176 kW) or each absorption over 1,000,000
Btu/h (293.1 kW) to and including 1,750,000 Btu/h (512.9 kW) $ 159 $ 171
BL 104
For the installation or relocation of each boiler or compressor over 50 horsepower (176 kW), or each absorption system
over 175,000 Btu/h (512.9 kW)
$ 192 $ 206
Air Handlers
BL 105
For each air-handling unit to and including 10,000 cubic feet per minute (cfm) (4719 L/s) including ducts attached thereto.
This does not apply to an air handling unit which is a portion of a factor-assembled appliance, cooling unit, evaporative cooler, or absorption unit for which a permit is required elsewhere in the Mechanical Code.
$ 64 $ 68
BL 106 For each air-handling unit over 10,000 cfm (4719 L/s) $ 96 $ 103 Building
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Evaporative Coolers
BL 107 For each evaporative cooler other than portable type. $ 64 $ 68 Ventilation and Exhaust
BL 108 For each ventilation fan connected to a single duct $ 33 $ 35 BL 109 For each ventilation system which is not a portion of any heating or air-conditioning system authorized by permit $ 33 $ 35 BL 110 For the installation of each hood which is served by mechanical exhaust, including the ducts for such hood $ 64 $ 68 Incinerators
BL 111 For the installation or relocation of each domestic-type incinerator $ 64 $ 68
BL 112 For the installation or relocation of each commercial or industrial-type incinerator. $ 82 $ 88
Miscellaneous
BL 113
For each appliance or piece of equipment regulated by the Mechanical Code but not classed in other appliance
categories, or for which no other fee is listed in the table. $ 64 $ 68
Other Inspections and Fees
BL 114 Inspections outside of normal business hours, per hour (2 hrs. minimum) [4] $ 383 $ 412
BL 115 Reinspection fees assessed under provisions of Section 116.6 per inspection [4] $ 192 $ 206
BL 116 Inspections for which no fee is specifically indicated, per hour (half hour minimum) [4] $ 192 $ 206
BL 117
Additional plan review required by changes, additions, or revisions to plans for which an initial review has been completed, per hour (half hour minimum)
[4] $ 96 $ 103
BL 118 Registers (each) $ 10 $ 11
Plumbing Permit Fees [8]
Permit Issuance
BL 119 For issuing each permit $ 48 $ 52
BL 120 For issuing each supplemental permit $ 15 $ 16
BL 121 Plan Check Fee (per hour) $ 192 $ 206
Unit Fee Schedule (in addition to permit issuance above) BL 122
For each plumbing fixture on one trap or a set of fixtures on one trap (including water, drainage piping, and backflow protection therefor).
Fee is for up to 10 units. Half hour time period covers up to the first 10 [5] $ 96 $ 103
BL 123
Each additional plumbing fixture beyond 10. 10 minute time estimate covers each group of up to 5 beyond the original 10.
Fee is for each additional group of up to 5 units.
[5] $ 33 $ 35
BL 124 For each building sewer and each trailer park sewer $ 48 $ 52 Building
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BL 125 Rainwater systems-per drain (inside building) Fee is for each. Half hour time period covers 5 units. [5] $ 96 $ 103
BL 126 For each water heater and/or vent $ 64 $ 68
BL 127 For each gas-piping system of one to five outlets $ 96 $ 103 BL 128 For each additional gas piping system outlet, per outlet $ 33 $ 35 BL 129
For each industrial waste pretreatment interceptor including its trap and vent, except kitchen-type grease interceptors functioning as fixture traps.
$ 96 $ 103
BL 130
For each installation, alteration, or repair of water piping and/or water treatment equipment. Fee is for each unit. Half hour time period covers 10 units.
[5] $ 96 $ 103
BL 131 For each repair or alteration of drainage or vent piping, each fixture. 15 minute time period covers 5 units [5] $ 48 $ 52
BL 132 For each lawn sprinkler system on any one meter including backflow protection devices therefor $ 48 $ 52
For atmospheric-type vacuum breakers not included in previous item BL 133 1 to 5 $ 48 $ 52
BL 134 over 5, each $ 33 $ 35
For each backflow protective device other than atmospheric type vacuum breakers
BL 135 2 inch (51 mm) diameter and smaller $ 64 $ 68
BL 136 over 2 inch (51 mm) diameter $ 64 $ 68
BL 137 For each Graywater system $ 96 $ 103
BL 138 For initial installation and testing for a reclaimed water system (per hour) [4] $ 193 $ 207
BL 139 For each annual cross-connection testing of a reclaimed water system (excluding initial test) [4] $ 96 $ 103
BL 140 For each medical gas piping system serving one to five inlets/outlets for a specific gas (per hour) $ 96 $ 103
BL 141 For each additional medical gas inlets/outlets $ 96 $ 103 Other inspections and fees
BL 142 Inspections outside of normal business hours (per hour, 2 hour min) [4] $ 383 $ 412
BL 143 Reinspection Fee (per hour) $ 192 $ 206
BL 144 Inspections for which no fee is specifically indicated (per hour) [4] $ 192 $ 206 BL 145 Additional plan review required by changes, additions, or revisions to approved plans (half hour minimum) [4] $ 96 $ 103 Hourly Rate
BL 146 Building - Hourly Rate $ 192 $ 206
Window Fees $ -
BL 147 Residential Window Replacement (up to 4 windows) [10] $ 96 $ 103 BL 148 Each additional window over 4 [10] $ 63 $ 68
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Level / Deposit
Commercial Sign Fees
BL 149 Commercial Signs - No Electrical (First sign) [10] $ 192 $ 206 BL 150 Each additional commercial sign no electrical [10] $ 96 $ 103 BL 151 Commercial Signs - with Electrical [10] $ 433 $ 465 BL 152 Each additional commercial sign with electrical [10] $ 96 $ 103 For services requested of City staff which have no fee listed in this fee schedule, the City Manager or the City Manager's designee shall determine the appropriate fee based on the established hourly rates for this department/division. Additionally, the City will pass-through to the applicant any discrete costs incurred from the use of external service providers if required to process the specific application, including all applicable Citywide Overhead. A Deposit may be required in place of a flat fee, with actual costs charged against the deposit.
[Notes]
[1]
Project valuations determined by the most recent published International Code Council (ICC) Building Valuation Table or by Contractors signed contract, at the discretion of the Building Official
[2] No Fee
[3] Double Penalty
[4]
Or the total hourly cost to the jurisdiction, whichever is greater. The cost shall include supervision, overhead, equipment, hourly wages, and fringe benefits of the employees involved. A minimum of two hours will be charged. [5] Fee is denominated per unit, but time estimate is denominated for a block of units or each fraction thereof
[7] CA Govt Code ss 66015
[8] Annual revenue included for cost analysis purposes only [9] To be charged on all Building Permits for "New Construction that add additional Square Footage"
[10] New Fee
Building
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Police Department - Cost of Service Estimate for Fee Related Services & Activities Police User Fees
PD 1 Administration Arrest Fee $ 246 $ 265
PD 2 Reports (avg. 5 pages @ $ .10 page) $ 1 $ 1
PD 3 Bicycle Registration $ 1 $ 1
PD 4 Log Item $ 1 $ 1
PD 5 Electronic Data Request (CD/DVD Copy)
PD 6 Copy of Existing Data File $ 6 $ 6
PD 7 Copy of Non-Existing Data File $ 27 $ 29
PD 70 Livestock Street Permit Fee $ 27 $ 29
PD 8 Repossession Verification Fee [13] $ 15 $ 15
PD 9 30 Day Impound $ 244 $ 262
PD 10 Vehicle release- municipal code/vehicle code/parking violation $ 151 $ 162 PD 11 Vehicle Release - Arrest / Cite and Release $ 276 $ 296 PD 12 Vehicle Release - DUI $ 318 $ 341
Subpoena Fees
PD 13 Response to subpoena - Hourly [2] $ 24 $ 24
PD 14 Response to subpoena - Records [2] $ 15 $ 15
PD 15 Response to subpoena - Civil - (Deposit per day; actual costs) [1] $ 275 $ 275 PD 16 Alarm Permit - New $ 61 $ 66
PD 17 Alarm Permit - Renewal $ 27 $ 29
PD 18 Alarm Permit - Renewal - Senior Discounted Rate $ - $ - PD 19 False Alarm Response (1st 3 free per year) [9] $ - $ - PD 20 False Alarm Response (>3 per year) [9] $ 219 $ 235 PD 21 False Alarm Response without a Permit [9] $208 or get a permit
$208 or get a
permit
PD 22 Noise disturbance response/processing [10] Actual Cost Actual Cost PD 23 Citation Sign Off [11] $ 20 $ 20
PD 24 VIN Verification [12] $ 20 $ 20
PD 25 Handicap/Parking Violation Sign Off $ 14 $ 15
PD 26 Record Check/ Clearance letter $ 14 $ 15
Massage Related Businesses Fees
PD 27 Massage Practitioner/Owner Permit $ 808 $ 868
Special Regulatory Business Permits
* Background review required for some businesses, as shown below and corresponding fee; Planning may also require a Conditional Use Permit (CUP), if applicable
Escort Related Businesses Fees
PD 29 Escort License - Agency [4] $ 498 $ 535
PD 30 Escort License - Agency renewal [4] $ 166 $ 179
PD 31 Escort License - Individual [4] $ 498 $ 535
PD 32 Escort License - Individual renewal [4] $ 166 $ 179 2022-23
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No. Fee Description
Notes
2021-22
Adopted Fee
Level / Deposit
Police
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Notes
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Adopted Fee
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Adult Related Businesses Fees
PD 33 Adult Use - Planning Permit Fee [4] $ 42 $ 45
PD 34 Second Hand/ Pawn Shop Dealer Annual Permit $ 332 $ 356 PD 35 Gun Dealer Annual Permit $ 332 $ 356
Drug/DUI/Hazmat/Other Incident Response
PD 37 * DUI - $12,000 Maximum per State law [3,10] Actual Cost Actual Cost HOURLY RATEs
PD 38 Sworn $ 166 $ 179
PD 39 Non-Sworn $ 81 $ 87
Peddling, Canvassing and Soliciting Permit
PD 40 Application Fee for peddling, canvassing and soliciting $ 161 $ 173 For services requested of City staff which have no fee listed in this fee schedule, the City Manager of the City Manager's designee shall determine the appropriate fee based on the established hourly rates for this department/division. Additionally, the City will pass-through to the applicant any discrete costs incurred from the use of external service providers if required to process the specific application. [Notes]
[1] CA Govt. Code 68097
[2] CA Evidence Code 1563
[3] CA Govt. Code 53150-35159
[4] Collected by Planning
[5] CA Govt. Code 25845; Penal Code 326.3-326.5
[7] Per Public Records Act ($ .10 per page)
[9] Not included in cost analysis; placeholder for Master Fee Schedule [10] Actual costs recommended using Fully Burdened Hourly Rates (FBHR) [11] CA GC 26746.1 $20 maximum
[12] CA Govt Code 26746.1; CA Vehicle Code 40616; Maximum fee $20 [13] CA Govt Code 26751; Maximum fee $15 (Repossession) Police
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Recreation & Comm. Svcs - Cost Estimation for Providing Fee Related Activities & Svcs 552 AQUATICS 100%
553 COMMUNITY SERVICES 30%
Community Services - Seniors [1]
Facility Rental (Comm. Center, Gym, Shelters) [1]
PW - Building Maintenance [2]
554 DAY CAMP [1] 85%
555 PLAYGROUND [1] 0%
556 SPORTS 64%
Adult Sports [1]
Youth Sports [1]
Facility Rental (Fields) [1]
557 SPECIAL CLASSES 35%
Special Classes [1]
Youth Volunteer Program [1]
PW - Building Maintenance [2]
557 PRESCHOOL 86%
558 SPECIAL EVENTS 65%
City Special Events [1]
4th of July [1]
Race on the Base [1]
[3]
[Notes]
[1] Sourced from FY 15-16 Expense Info For User Fee Study [2] Sourced from Building Maint. Square Footage allocation 3]
Direct costs excludes citywide indirect costs; includes Department indirect costs and includes building maintenance costs
Notes
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Acct
No. Description
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Attachment 2
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City of Los Alamitos
CITY COUNCIL AGENDA REPORT
MEETING DATE: April 18, 2022 ITEM NUMBER: 11B
To: Mayor Shelley Hasselbrink & Members of the City Council From: Ron Noda, Development Services Director
Subject: Ordinance No. 2022-02 – Permitting the Keeping of Female Chickens (Hens) in Residential Zones (ZOA 22-01)
______________________________________________________________________
SUMMARY
Consideration of Ordinance No. 2022-01 concerning the keeping of female chickens, or hens, in residential zones.
RECOMMENDATION
1. Open the Public Hearing; and,
2. Introduce for first reading, read by title only, and waive further reading of Ordinance No. 2022-02; and,
3. City Attorney Daudt read the title of Ordinance No. 2022-02 entitled, “AN
ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LOS ALAMITOS, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING SECTIONS 17.08.020, 6.20.010, AND 8.32.020.24 OF
THE LOS ALAMITOS MUNICIPAL CODE, AND ADDING NEW SECTION
6.20.180 TO THE LOS ALAMITOS MUNICIPAL CODE CONCERNING THE KEEPING OF FEMALE CHICKENS (HENS) IN RESIDENTIAL ZONES (ZOA 22- 01) (CITY INITIATED).”
BACKGROUND
During public comments at the December 8, 2021 regular meeting of the Planning Commission, a resident spoke concerning the prohibition of chickens (live fowl) in Los Alamitos. The resident requested that the Planning Commission consider lifting the unpermitted status of chickens (live fowl) so that the resident could keep chickens that they consider to be family pets.
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Table 2-02, Section 17.08.020, of Title 17 (Zoning) of the Los Alamitos Municipal Code (LAMC) identifies land uses that may be allowed within the City’s residential zones.
Chickens are not listed as a permitted use. Uses not listed in Table 2-02 are prohibited (LAMC § 17.08.020(F).)
LAMC Section 6.20.010 of Chapter 6.20 (Fowl, Rabbits and Goats) expressly prohibits the keeping of male and female chickens. Additionally, LAMC Section 8.32.020(24) declares the keeping of chickens a nuisance.
DISCUSSION
During its February 23, 2022 meeting, the Planning Commission discussed whether it was appropriate to permit the keeping of chickens as pets by residents in residential zones. Staff provided code provisions about chickens from other cities in California. Using these examples as a point of discussion, the Planning Commission provided direction to staff.
Based on this direction, staff has prepared the proposed Ordinance No. 2022-02. On March 23, 2022, the Planning Commission voted to recommend to City Council approval of the proposed Ordinance. If approved by the City Council, the proposed Ordinance would amend the LAMC to allow the keeping of female chickens in the R-1, R-2, R-3, and M-H residential zones subject to the following limitations:
1. Male chickens, or roosters, are prohibited and may not be kept on any residential parcel.
2. A maximum of four (4) female chickens, or hens, may be kept on a residential parcel.
3. All hen chickens must be confined in a pen, coop, cage, run or other enclosure at all times. Such enclosures must include nesting boxes with a minimum area of three (3) square feet per hen.
4. All hen chickens shall be provided with adequate food, water, and ventilation.
5. Chicken pens, coops, cages, runs or other enclosures must be kept in a clean and sanitary condition, with feathers, manure or other debris removed daily and stored in an air-tight container prior to disposal.
6. Chicken feed must be stored properly to prevent spoilage and to prevent access to other animals and rodents.
7. All hen chickens shall be kept within an enclosure that is at least twenty (20) feet distant from any dwelling unit on an adjacent parcel.
8. No hen chickens may be kept in the front yard.
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FISCAL IMPACT
None.
Submitted by: Ron Noda, Development Services Director
Approved by: Chet Simmons, City Manager
Attachment: 1. Ordinance No. 2022-02
2. Planning Commission Resolution No. 2022-03
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ORDINANCE NO. 2022-02
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF LOS ALAMITOS, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING
SECTIONS 17.08.020, 6.20.010, AND 8.32.020.24 OF THE
LOS ALAMITOS MUNICIPAL CODE, AND ADDING NEW
SECTION 6.20.180 TO THE LOS ALAMITOS MUNICIPAL
CODE CONCERNING THE KEEPING OF FEMALE
CHICKENS (HENS) IN RESIDENTIAL ZONES (ZOA 22-
01) (CITY INITIATED)
WHEREAS, on December 8, 2021, a resident spoke during public comments at the Planning Commission meeting concerning the prohibition of chickens (live fowl) in Los Alamitos and asked for consideration for chickens to be permitted in the City; and, WHEREAS, on January 26, 2022, the Planning Commission directed Staff to add a discussion concerning the keeping of chickens to the agenda for an upcoming Planning Commission meeting; and,
WHEREAS, on February 23, 2022, the Planning Commission discussed the keeping of chickens in residential zones and directed Staff to draft a resolution recommending to City Council adoption of an ordinance amending the Los Alamitos Municipal Code to permit the keeping of female chickens (hens) in residential zones (“Amendments”); and,
WHEREAS, on March 23, 2022, the Planning Commission held a duly noticed Public Hearing concerning the proposed Amendments, and recommended City Council approval of this Ordinance; and,
WHEREAS, the City Council opened a duly noticed Public Hearing concerning the proposed Amendments on April 18, 2022; and,
WHEREAS, the City Council considered all applicable Staff reports and all public testimony and evidence presented at the Public Hearing.
THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LOS ALAMITOS, CALIFORNIA, DOES ORDAIN AS FOLLOWS:
SECTION 1. The foregoing recitals are true and correct and are incorporated herein by reference.
SECTION 2. Pursuant to Section 17.58.060 of the Los Alamitos Municipal Code, the following findings are made in support of this code amendment:
Attachment 1
CC ORD 2022-02
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1. This Ordinance ensures and maintains internal consistency with the actions, goals, objectives, and policies of the General Plan, and would not create any inconsistencies with the Zoning Code.
The Amendments do not conflict with any of the actions, goals, objectives, or policies of the General Plan and will not create any inconsistencies with the Zoning Code. While this subject is not mentioned in the General Plan, it also does not conflict with any of the goals.
2. This Ordinance will not be detrimental to the public convenience, health, interest, safety, or welfare of the City.
The Amendments will enhance the public convenience, health, interest, safety, and welfare of the City by creating a more permissive environment through the expansion of the types of household pets. This will provide efficient administrative guidance for the keeping of these pets in the City.
3. This Ordinance has been reviewed in compliance with the provisions of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) and the City’s environmental review procedures.
The Amendments will not result in any physical change to the environment and is therefore exempt from the provisions of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) pursuant to Section 15061(b) (3) – the project is covered by the general rule that the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) applies only to projects which have the potential for causing a significant effect on the environment. Where it can be seen with certainty that there is no possibility that the activity in question may have a significant effect on the environment, the activity is not subject to CEQA.
4. The proposed amendment is internally consistent with other applicable provisions of this Zoning Code.
The Amendments ensure internal consistency within the Zoning Code with regard to the keeping of certain animals within the City of Los Alamitos.
SECTION 3. Table 2-02 of Section 17.080.020 (Allowed Uses and Permit Requirements for Residential Zones) of Chapter 17.08 (Residential Zones) of Division 2 (Zones, Allowable Uses, and Development Regulations) of Title 17 (Zoning) of the Los Alamitos Municipal Code is hereby amended by adding the “Chickens, Female (Hens)” use as shown below (new text in underline):
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Table 2-02: Allowed Uses and Permit Requirements for Residential Zones P: Permitted Use CUP: Conditional Use Permit
A: Permitted as an Accessory Use TUP: Temporary Use Permit AUP: Administrative Use Permit --- : Use Not Allowed
OTHER USES
SECTION 4. Chapter 6.20 (Fowl, Rabbits and Goats) of Title 6 (Animals) of the Los Alamitos Municipal Code is hereby retitled to read as follows:
“Chapter 6.20 FOWL, RABBITS, GOATS AND CHICKENS”
SECTION 5. Section 6.20.010 (Fowl) of Chapter 6.20 (Fowl, Rabbits and Goats) of Title 6 (Animals) of the Los Alamitos Municipal Code is hereby amended to read as follows (deleted text in strikethrough; new text in underline):
“6.20.010 Fowl.
No person shall have, keep, maintain or have in possession or under control any live fowl within the city. “Live fowl” means and includes male and female chicken or rooster, duck, goose, seafowl, peacock, turkey and pheasant.” SECTION 6. Section 6.20.180 (Keeping of Chickens) is hereby added to Chapter
6.20 Chapter 6.20 (Fowl, Rabbits and Goats) of Title 6 (Animals) of the Los Alamitos Municipal Code is hereby amended to read as follows:
“6.20.180 Keeping of Chickens.
No person shall have, keep, maintain or have in possession or under control chickens on any parcel of property located in the city, except in accordance with the following restrictions:
A. Male chickens, or roosters, are prohibited and may not be kept on any residential parcel.
Use R-1 R-2 R-3 M-H Specific Use Regulations
Chickens, female (hens) P P P P Subject to Chapter 6.20 CC ORD 2022-02
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B. A maximum of four (4) female chickens, or hens, may be kept on a residential parcel.
C. All hen chickens must be confined in a pen, coop, cage, run or other enclosure at all times. Such enclosures must include nesting boxes with a minimum area of three (3) square feet per hen.
D. All hen chickens shall be provided with adequate food, water, and ventilation.
E. Chicken pens, coops, cages, runs or other enclosures must be kept in a clean and sanitary condition, with feathers, manure or other debris removed daily and stored in an air-tight container prior to disposal.
F. Chicken feed must be stored properly to prevent spoilage and to prevent access to other animals and rodents.
G. All hen chickens shall be kept within an enclosure that is at least twenty (20) feet distant from any dwelling unit on an adjacent parcel.
H. No hen chickens may be kept in the front yard.”
SECTION 7. Subsection 24, of Section 8.32.20 (Declaration of Nuisance), of Chapter 8.32 (Nuisance Abatement) of Title 8 (Health and Safety) of the Los Alamitos Municipal Code is hereby amended to read as follows (new text in underline):
“24. The keeping of any animal, other than a household pet, as defined herein, or the keeping of female chickens or hens in accordance with Section 6.20.180 of this code. “Household pets” means animals, birds or fowl ordinarily permitted in a dwelling and kept only for the company or pleasure provided to the occupants. Household pets include birds kept in an enclosed aviary which shall be no closer than thirty (30) feet from any residence other than that of the owner of the aviary. Pigeons banded with the American Racing Pigeon Union official band shall be the only birds allowed to be loose. The number of birds in an aviary shall not exceed ten for each full six thousand (6,000) square foot of premises of the owner. Such an aviary shall be an allowed use only in the R-1 zone. Household pets shall not include horses, cows, goats, sheep, other equine, bovine, ovine or ruminant animals, pigs (except potbellied pigs), predatory wild animals, male chickens or roosters, ducks, geese, turkeys, game birds and fowl which normally constitute an agricultural use (except pigeons, which shall be deemed household pets);”
SECTION 8. If any section, subsection, subdivision, sentence, clause, phrase, or portion of this Ordinance for any reason is held to be invalid or unconstitutional by the decision of any court of competent jurisdiction, such decision shall not affect the validity of the remaining portions of this Ordinance. The City Council hereby declares that it would have adopted this Ordinance, and each section, subsection, subdivision, sentence, clause, phrase, or portion thereof, irrespective of the fact that any one or more sections, CC ORD 2022-02
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subsections, subdivisions, sentences, clauses, phrases, or portions thereof be declared invalid or unconstitutional.
SECTION 9. The City Clerk shall certify as to the adoption of this Ordinance and shall cause a summary thereof to be published within fifteen (15) days of the adoption and shall post a Certified copy of this Ordinance, including the vote for and against the same, in the Office of the City Clerk, in accordance with Government Code Section 36933.
PASSED, APPROVED, AND ADOPTED this 16th day of May, 2022.
Shelley Hasselbrink, Mayor
ATTEST:
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Windmera Quintanar, MMC, City Clerk
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
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Michael S. Daudt, City Attorney
STATE OF CALIFORNIA )
COUNTY OF ORANGE ) ss.
CITY OF LOS ALAMITOS )
I, Windmera Quintanar, MMC, City Clerk of the City of Los Alamitos, do hereby certify that the foregoing Ordinance No. 2022-02 was duly introduced and placed upon its first reading at a regular meeting of the City Council on the 18th day of April, 2022 and that thereafter, said Ordinance was duly adopted and passed at a regular meeting of the City Council on the 16th day of May, 2022, by the following roll-call vote, to wit:
AYES: COUNCIL MEMBERS:
NOES: COUNCIL MEMBERS:
ABSENT: COUNCIL MEMBERS:
ABSTAIN: COUNCIL MEMBERS:
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Windmera Quintanar, MMC, City Clerk
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