TO: CITY COUNCIL
FROM: CITY ADMINISTRATOR
DATE: MARCH 1, 2022
Placentia City Council
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SUBJECT: CITY MEMBERSHIP IN THE INDEPENDENT CITIES ASSOCIATION AND
APPOINTMENT OF DELEGATE AND ALTERNATE
FISCAL
IMPACT: $2,126.17 Annual Independent Cities Association Membership Dues SUMMARY:
The Independent Cities Association (ICA) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, public benefit corporation that was established in 1961 by full-service cities (cities that provide their own police and/or fire services) in Southern California to represent the interests of the member cities collectively. ICA is focused on public safety education, infrastructure, legislative advocacy, intergovernmental relationships, and other major issues that transcend the boundaries of its member cities. This action approves the City's membership and participation in the Independent Cities Association.
This action also requests for designation of a delegate and an alternate for the City of Placentia to serve as a General Member on the ICA Board of Directors.
RECOMMENDATION:
It is recommended that the City Council take the following actions:
1. Approval of the City's Membership and Participation in the Independent Cities Association; and
2. Appoint City Council Members to serve as a delegate and as an alternate to serve as a General Member on the Independent Cities Association; and
3. Adoption of Resolution R-2022-09, a Resolution of the City Council of the City of Placentia, California, appointing the City's designated delegate and alternate to serve as a General Member on the Independent Cities Association.
DISCUSSION:
The Independent Cities Association is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, public benefit corporation that was established in 1961 by the full-service cities (cities that provide their own police and/or fire services) in Southern California to represent the interests of the member cities collectively. The Independent Cities Association supports the education and awareness of its members cities
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through regular seminars. These seminars serve as a source of information highlighting issues that are paramount to the members and serve as an opportunity for representatives to develop and foster relation with other member cities. The Independent Cities Association organization is currently governed by nearly 40 -member Board of Directors elected by member cities.
The Independent Cities Association is focused on public safety education, infrastructure, legislative advocacy, intergovernmental relationships, and other major issues that transcend the boundaries of its member cities.
Public Safety
One of ICA's core values is its commitment to providing tools for safe and secure communities.
ICA understands the vital importance of law enforcement and first responders and the significant impact they have upon their communities. ICA supports legislation that enhances local assistance to police and fire and any measures that will help contribute to local public safety, emergency response, and emergency preparedness. ICA also supports legislation that strengthens law enforcement efforts to prevent crime and prosecute those committing a crime.
Economy
ICA is committed to helping member cities provide a strong and diverse local economy for their constituents. ICA supports legislation that provides cities additional tools for business development, business retention, workforce development, and job creation. ICA also supports legislative actions that create new tools to encourage redevelopment and fill the void left with the dissolution of Redevelopment Agencies. ICA provides up-to-date resources that keep elected officials well informed on current issues facing economic development at the local level.
Infrastructure
Infrastructure impacts both businesses and residents and reflects upon a community's desirability.
Improving member cities infrastructure has many benefits including the growth of the economy and improving quality of life, not just in any one city but throughout the entire region. ICA supports legislation that increases funding opportunities for new local infrastructure projects including roads, highways, bridges, and public transportation, as well as maintenance of existing infrastructure. Also, ICA supports legislation that provides additional funding for water delivery, water storage, and water quality projects. ICA stresses the importance of supporting local zoning control and maintaining efficiency to avoid creating new mandates without complete funding.
Delegate and Alternate
In order for the City of Placentia to be well represented, it is imperative that the Mayor and the City Council appoint a delegate and an alternate for the City of Placentia to serve as a General Member on the Independent Cities Association and request that the delegate serve on the Independent Cities Association Board of Directors. It is important to note, that only authorized delegates on the Board of Directors are permitted to vote. A written request must be submitted to the Independent Cities Association requesting the delegate be appointed to serve on the Board of Directors.
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FISCAL IMPACT:
ICA's dues are based upon the City of Placentia's 2020 population. As a result, the total annual amount for a membership in ICA is $2,126.17 for the City of Placentia.
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Economic Development Manager
Attachment
Reviewed and approved:
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1amien R. Arrula
City Administrator
Resolution R-2022-09 — Independent Cities Association Delegates