A G E N D A
SPECIAL MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL
OPERATING BUDGET WORKSHOP
Tuesday, May 14, 2024 ~ 5:30 PM
City Council Chambers
211 Eighth Street
Seal Beach, California
SCHELLY SUSTARSIC
MAYOR
Fourth District
LISA LANDAU
MAYOR PRO TEM
Third District
JOE KALMICK
COUNCIL MEMBER
First District
THOMAS MOORE
COUNCIL MEMBER
Second District
NATHAN STEELE
COUNCIL MEMBER
Fifth District
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CALL TO ORDER
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
COUNCIL ROLL CALL
ORAL COMMUNICATIONS
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Supplemental Questions from Council Member Moore
WORKSHOP
A. Proposed Fiscal Year 2024-2025 Operating Budget
ADJOURNMENT
Adjourn the City Council to Wednesday, May 15, 2024 at 5:30 p.m. for the continuation of the Operating Budget Workshop – Capital Improvement Program Budget and the 5 Year Financial Forecast.
NOTE: Copies of the Proposed Budget for Fiscal Year 2024-2025 are available for public review in the City Clerk’s Office and on the City’s website: www.sealbeachca.gov. 1 Budget 2024/2025 Questions:
REVENUE
1) On page 9, the strategic business plan and fee schedule are mentioned, but they are not in the budget provided to council.
The fee schedule will be included in the updated proposed budget. The fee resolution that was adopted in 2023 authorizes an annual inflationary adjustment to be applied in between comprehensive studies. This year the CPI adjustment that will be included is 3.48%. Only minor adjustments have been made and will be brought forth at the June 10th Council meeting.
Due to the current proposed deficit and anticipated Council discussion, the strategic business plan (5-Year Forecast) cannot be completed. The draft 5-year forecast will be presented at the May 15th budget workshop with the current assumptions, and will be updated upon the conclusion of the budget workshops. 2) On the summary of projected fund balances:
a. Column 4 has -2,674,047 for projected FY 2023/2024 net income for the General Fund; what are these projected expenditures beyond what was budgeted?
The amount includes Capital Improvement Projects. The Summary of Projected Fund Balances is an estimated fund balance report. The $2.6 million is CIPs that are funded through fund balance. It is not a balance sheet report. Please see page 35.
Of the $56.9 million of Amended FY 2023-24 Budget, $46.5 million is “estimated” to be spent. That includes the General Fund portion of the CIPs ($10.3 transfer out - CIP on page 34). The CIP program includes re-appropriation of all encumbrances carried forward from previous years fund balance and is not a part of operating revenues.
b. For Citywide Grants, the amount $1,907,860 is projected for this year. Is there a chance these will not come in or are all of these already approved? The Citywide Grants noted are approved and are mostly within Public Works. Grant requests are not included. This fund will be updated through budget adoption. 2 3) On Page 13,
a. Why is Federal Asset Forfeiture – 205 budgeted at 100,000 when only estimated actual is 30,000 for past year?
Asset forfeiture is extremely unpredictable. Fund 205 is a special fund and allocations are used for a specific purpose within the Police Department. b. Can you explain the Community Development Block grant and why it is 233,000 in this budget vs. 352,00 estimated actual for 2023/2024? In 22-23 and 23-24 the program was augmented by remaining CDBG-CV (coronavirus) funding from the County.
4) On page 19, where is the $487,781 being transferred in from? Please see page 32. This page shows transfers to and from specifically for this amount as well as all transfers.
5) On page 20, why is PW Permits and Inspections so low for 2023/2024 and 2024/2025 vs. 2022/2023?
Public Works had previously taken in permit fees via a deposit account. Once a permit is closed, the balance is moved over to revenue. Depending on the duration of a permit, the transfer of deposits to revenues may not be recognized the same year causing fluctuations from one year to another. Public Works is migrating to a fee-based system where day-to-day permit fees are deposited as revenue, minimizing the delay from the previous format.
6) Page 23 – There was a 30.9% increase in water rates for 2024 from the existing increase approved in 2020, yet the budget has the same water revenue figure as 2023 of 6,100,000. Should that be adjusted?
While rates have increased, there has been concerted water conservation efforts and weather changes that result in consumption decreases. The budget reflects a more conservative projection of water sales.
APPROPRIATIONS
1) Page 55 – Why is workers compensation jump from 670K in 2022-2023 to 1,150,000 for this budget?
3 Workers’ compensation represents the premium costs from CJPIA the City must pay. It was lower in the previous year due to premiums being lower. Additionally, the City received retro reimbursements from historical claims. This amount can fluctuate from year-to-year and also from several years prior depending on the claim, and potential adjustments are not included as they are unknown. 2) Page 56 – Could we get a break down of 101-110-0020-51280 Contract Professional? Contract Professional for Information Technology has been moved to NonDepartmental and the response is attached. 3) Page 81 – Could we see a breakdown of Contract Professional 51280? 4) Page 84 – Information System – XXXX – 1,165,113 – more details? a. Page 89 – would like to see more details on 101-150-2020-51250 and 101- 150-2023-51250
Information Technology Citywide has been moved to one central location in NonDepartmental in anticipation of the Citywide IT Master Plan. Each Department is now included for transparency. Attached is a listing of all contracts within this new Program. The Account codes will be finalized through budget adoption. 5) Page 126
a. Personnel Services are 501K and OCFA costs are 7,048,070. Is the 501K the retirement payments from when we had a fire department? Will this go back down after our one-time payment on this of $250K?
Yes, this is for the closed fire fund with CalPERS. This amount includes the $45,100 savings from the additional discretionary payment of $250,000. The savings will be realized yearly for the remaining life of the fund or until paid.
ACFR Audit
State Controller Report- City Annual
State Controller Report - Parking Finance Authority
HDL - Transaction Use Tax
Cal Municpal Statistics for ACFR
GASB 68 Pension Reporting
BNY - CFD/Inv Report
PFM - Inv. Adv.
CalPERS GASB valuation
HDL Sales Tax
HDL Property Tax
HDL Business License
Fee Study
Municast/Reporting
4 6) Page 136
a. 2022/2023 Actual was $249K and 2024/2025 is $422K for salaries. Will these increases continue at this pace?
The increase is primarily due to the additional planning position approved by Council last year, and the conversion of an executive assistant position to a management analyst.
7) Page 141
a. What makes up Contract Professional 217-300-0331-51280 This was to fund the contract with Michael Baker for the local coastal program. It is matched with 100% grant funding from the Coastal Commission. However, the Department of Finance just froze the grant program, so it is unclear how or if the City will move forward at this time.
8) Page 157
a. Could we see a breakdown of how much each consultant costs for 101-500- 0049-52180
Landscape Contract Professional budget includes the following:
• Landscape & Tree Maintenance $375,500
• Pest Control $40,000
• Field/Court/Park Lighting & Electrical $30,000
• Tree Removals $25,000
9) Page 177
a. Why did electricity go from 628K in 2023 to 901K in this upcoming budget? Are there more details here where we could negotiate better terms with SCE? Electricity expenditure shows a consistent increase in electricity cost year-overyear. SCE electricity costs are based on CPUC General Rate Case approvals that are non-negotiable.
CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT
1) Page 209 – Lifeguard building – 3,887,639 in budget, but thought it was much higher when discussed at strategic planning meeting
5 Council requests included $800,000 for 8th and 10th street parking and ADA compliance, where $286,312 for Repaving of the 8th/10th Parking lots with ADA upgrades from the remaining Revitalization, with the remaining portion of $513,688 from the Pool, BG0904. Additionally, $200,000 for McGaugh pool gas line. 2) Page 211 – Tennis Center Improvement project- isn’t this included in the current renovation paid for by the ARPA funding?
This is the amount remaining for residual payments. Any funds left after final completion will be returned to the funding source.
3) Page 212 – What are the details for this? The $1,815 is the remaining balance of implementation of the Animal control program. This is an estimated amount for any remaining residual payments.
4) Page 213 – Is there a schedule for the year for these projects we could review? Please see below for the budgeted schedule. Projects will be brought back to Council upon updates.
Account Number Account Name Budget
BG2401ex101-CalPERS CalPERS ADP 250000
BG2401ex101-LG FP Lifeguard Fiber/Phone Connectivity 400000 BG2401ex101-LG Sub Lifeguard Substation Repairs 100000
BG2401ex101-WEPS West End Pump Station 700000
BG2401ex101-Fleet Fleet Management 350000
BG2401ex101-OCTA OCTA Grant 150000
BG2401ex101-Assmnt Operational Assessment 100000
BG2401ex101-Grant Grant Writing 150000
BG2401ex101-Polling Polling 50000
BG2401ex101-IT Mstr Citywide IT Master Plan Review 75000 BG2401ex101-License License Plate Reader System Upgrade 325000 BG2401ex101-Gas/Use Gas Tax & Transaction Use Tax Measure 230000 BG2401ex101-Pkg Lots (BP2402ex-10) Repave 8th/10th Parking Lots w/ ADA Upgrades 236312 BG2405ex-1 Gas Line McGaugh Pool 200000
City of Seal Beach
Proposed Budget FY2024-25
Non-Departmental - Information Systems
101-150-XXXX-51250
Department Vendor Name Description
Finance Tyler Financial software
PW Dossier (AMCS) Fleet maintenance software
Beehive Permit management software
Bluebeam Construction collaboration software
Mitchell1 ProDemand Automotive repair software
MyCivic (Tyler Technologies) Civic engagement application Quickbase Resource management software
PlanetBids Procurement and electronic bidding system
PD Everbridge Nixle Emergency & Community notification platform Axon Taser and Body Worn Camera Contract Axon Taser and Body Worn Camera Datapilot Forensic tools software renewal
CLEAR - Thomson Rueters Investigation software
FLOCK Safety LPR lease and data management
Copware Digital legal sourcebook platform
Brazos Handheld ticketing device licenses
Synoptek - PD Website Website maintenance
Versatile Information Products PUMA data management
Vigilant Solutions Annual ESA and LEARN data subscription - LPRS Net Motion, Net Cloud VPN connectivity for MDC's, Remote modem manag.
Portable Computer Systems/ROUTE 1 Server management - parking Youtube TV Streaming digital television
City Clerk Complete Paperless Solutions LLC (Laserfische) City Clerk's Records management system NextRequest Public Records Management Software
Netfile Electronic tax-filing service
PrimeGov-Granicus Council agenda workflow
CD Canva Online graffic design tool
Abbott System Building permits software
Rec Canva Online graffic design tool
Rec Trac-Vermont Systems Recreation software and app
Team Sideline Adult sports scheduling and standings
Reach Media Display System
Simple Booklet Rec Brochure Booklet
Network Solutions Tennis Center Website
Vendor-TBD Digital pass readers for tennis center/pool
CM Neogov Recruitments & Onboarding Software
City-Wide Canva Online graphic design tool
Adobe Acrobat Pro PDF file reader and editor
Adobe Photoshop Licensing
Synoptek-Datto Datto on prem & cloud Backup
Synoptek-Office 365 Office 365 monthly subscriptions
Synoptek-Azure P1 for MFA Azure Active Directory P1 for MFA (part of O365 subscription) Synoptek-Windows Server 2019 Windows Server 2019 licenses for 2 servers Synoptek-Vmware Renewal VMWare Renewal VS5-ES-STD-AK2-UG-C VS5-STD-AK2-P-SSS-C GoTo Citiwide Phone System (VOIP) monthly costs
Zoom Webinar and 10 Licenses
Time Warner Cable Internet/TV Service
Verizon Wireless CellPhone
Frontier Communications Landlines
Synoptek-End User Testing and Training End-user testing and training Synoptek Monthly Services Synoptek Services
Synoptek-Domain name & hosting Domain Name Registrations & Hosting Synoptek-Website Hosting Website maintenance for Sealbeachca.gov IT Equipment IT Equipment and peripherals
UPS Replacements at PD UPS Replacements at PD
HP Hosts with Dell Replacement Replace two HP hosts with Dell 2 Dell Hosts (replacing 2 HJP Hosts) 2 Dell Hosts (replacing 2 HJP Hosts) Synoptek-Warranty Renewals Fortinet Switch/FirewallWifi warranties Synoptek-Warranty Renewals Nimble-San Storage
Synoptek-Warranty Renewals Server warranties 2HP DL380 Servers Dell Equal Logic Dell Equal Logic (Storage Area Network SAN) Dell R340 (Scada Server) Dell R340 (Scada Server)
Synoptek-warranty renewals scv3000 should be a Dell Compellent MS Watchtower CAD Dispatch Software
Hot Schedules Employee scheduling app
Target Solutions Training software for distant learning 1 FISCAL YEAR
2024-25
Proposed Budget
May 14-15, 2024
FY 2024-25 Budget Workshop Agenda
2 FISCAL YEAR 2024-25
PROPOSED BUDGET
§ Tuesday, May 14th
§ Budget Introduction/Overview
§ Paula Cone, HdL Property Tax
§ Bobby Young, HdL, Sales and Transaction Use Tax
§ City Manager
§ City Clerk
§ Finance (City Attorney, Council, Non-Departmental)
§ Police Department
§ Fire/OCFA (if within time)
§ Wednesday, May 15th
§ Kerry Worgan, CalPERS Actuary (via zoom)
§ Fire/OCFA (if time did not permit)
§ Community Development/Community Services
§ Marine Safety
§ Public Works/CIPs
§ Five-Year
FISCAL YEAR 2024-25
PROPOSED BUDGET
City of Seal Beach Budget
City Council
Strategic Priorities
Department
Goals &
Performance
Measures
Financial Plans Challenges &
Opportunities
The Budget is a Policy Document, a Financial Plan, an
Operations Guide, and Communication Device
3 May May/June March to
April
January to
February December
Budget Development
4 FISCAL YEAR 2024-25
PROPOSED BUDGET
Finance Develops
Salary & Benefit
and Revenue
Estimates; Public
Works Begins
Assessment for
Capital Projects
Budget Kickoff;
Departments
Review Budget
Goals and Priorities,
Prepare Operating
and Capital Budgets
Budget Balancing
and Development
of the Proposed
Budget
Budget
Workshops with
the City Council
and Community
Budget
Adoption
City Council Workshop - Strategic Initiatives
5 FISCAL YEAR 2024-25
Mid-Year Budget Update
Citywide IT Master Plan
License Plate Reader System Upgrade
Locally Controlled Gas Tax Measure & Transaction Use Tax Repaving of the 8th/10th Parking lots with ADA Upgrades Gas Line Heater at McGaugh Pool
Lifeguard & Police Substation Headquarters Capital Project 6 Key Operational Focus Areas
7 FISCAL YEAR 2024-25
Mid-Year Budget Update
» Maintaining Emergency Response
» Funding Fire Response and Emergency Medical Services
» Community Engagement and Outreach
» Recreation
» Alternative Transportation
» Maintaining Streets, Roads, and Public Facilities
» Maintaining Seal Beach’s Desirable Neighborhoods & Beaches » Maintaining High Quality Essential City Services
» Maximizing Flexibility in Staffing Levels
» Maintaining the City’s Policy Reserve of 25 Percent
» Reducing the City’s Unfunded Pension Liability
» Seeking Opportunities for Cost Recovery and Efficiencies General Fund Highlights
8 FISCAL YEAR 2024-25
PROPOSED BUDGET
§ $44.0 million projected General Fund revenues
§ Conservatively estimated given economic uncertainty
§ Overall Growth of 4.3%
§ $44.3 million in General Fund operating expenditures
§ $10.4 million for General Fund Capital Projects
§ No new projects
§ Planned use of $354,207 in one-time General Fund Balance to ensure a balanced budget
Proposed FY 2024-25 Revenues
9 FISCAL YEAR 2024-25
PROPOSED BUDGET
Budget Overview
10 FISCAL YEAR 2024-25
PROPOSED BUDGET
§ Ongoing structural deficit, necessitating reductions in service levels across all departments
§ Implemented efficiency measures Citywide
§ Nearly $1 million in salaries/benefits savings and deferrals § $3.0 million in Maintenance and Operations Reductions which will impact service delivery
§ Storm and atmospheric river events and emergency facility repairs continue to disrupt operations and maintenance
§ Reductions do not fully address long-term liabilities Proposed FY 2024-25 General Fund
Appropriations
11 FISCAL YEAR 2024-25
PROPOSED BUDGET
12 FISCAL YEAR
2024-25
Proposed Budget
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CITY OF SEAL BEACH
PROPERTY TAX REVIEW 2023-24
AND FORECAST FOR 2024-25
May 14, 2024
Values lag 12-18 months being reflected on the tax rolls PROPERTY TAX TIMELINE 2024-25 –Next Fiscal Year Budget
January 1st lien date.
Assessor applies CCPI per Prop 13, uses prior
calendar year property information .
(January 1, 2024 – based on 2023 events)
Between January 1 and June 30, 2024
assessor applies Prop 8 changes, roll changes
and roll corrections and closes roll.
Auditor receives the roll on July 1st and
applies taxing percentages and direct
assessments (July 1, 2024)
Treasurer/tax collector receives the roll August 31.
The tax bills are printed and mailed.
Tax bills mailed September 2024
Taxpayers pay taxes due
November 2024 and February
2025
Delinquent after
Dec. 10 and April 10
Auditor apportions revenue to local
agencies between November 2024
and August 2025
Treasurer
Tax
Collector
• Average growth per year over 30-year period has been 5.10%. • There have been eight years with growth greater than 7% and twentyone years with growth less than 7%. • Values doubled between 1994-95 and 2007-08 and values between 2007-08 and today have increased another 88%.
• Growth over past 5 years has been 26.7%.
• Escape assessments particularly related to oil producing assets result in large fluctuations on the unsecured tax roll that cannot be forecasted.
Powerful Solutions, Proven Results
HISTORICAL VALUE CHANGES IN THE CITY OF SEAL BEACH
REASONS FOR THE GROWTH SEEN IN 2023-24
Other Changes*-- Owner changes without a sale recorded, exemptions not applied in current year, appeals restored, multiparcel sales, personal property additions.
Seal Beach Mutual transactions-$77M = 1.12% of change.
IT WILL REQUIRE AN ADDITION OF
$72.9M IN NEW VALUE TO INCREASE
REVENUES BY 1% IN THE 2024-25 FISCAL
YEAR
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TRACKING HOMES NOT SOLD SINCE 1978
We track sales of properties in the same
ownership since the passage of Proposition 13.
Homes that haven’t sold since the early 1990s
are also considered lower valued properties that
will result in a large increase when they are sold.
We estimate that 18% of all SFRs are still in the
same ownership since before or within the first
15 years after the adoption of Proposition 13.
The stock ownership in Seal Beach Mutual
is not included in these numbers.
Powerful Solutions, Proven Results
Historical median sale prices in the City’s
reached its peak before the Great Recession in
2005. Prices then fell to their lowest levels in
2012.
It wasn’t until 2016 that the median sale prices
surpassed those seen in 2005. 2023, the year
impacting the values enrolled for the 2024-25
FY reported the highest median price over the
past 20 years, but the number of sales
transactions was the second lowest since we
were in the recession after the real estate
bubble burst and short sales and foreclosures
were being reported. Even with higher prices,
a large decline in the number of units selling
will impact overall growth.
This reduction was due in large measure to
interest rate hikes and insufficient supply that
impacted the year real estate market in 2023.
There has been a decline in overall prices in
the first 3 months of 2024.
MEDIAN AND AVERAGE SALE PRICES IN THE BOOM, BUST AND BEYOND Powerful Solutions, Proven Results
The sale transaction growth for 2024-25 (2023 sales) was 21% lower than the additive for this element in the forecast last year. In 2023-24 this represented 2.44% of the City’s 6.42% overall change. The $103,235,063 change in 2023 will be the equivalent of 1.39% of next year’s growth. This will result in 1% less of an additive to the overall growth. This is the main reason for the lower estimates being presented.
Powerful Solutions, Proven Results
The forecast for the current 2023-24 FY was
growth of 4.53% without an additive for
escaped assessments, completed new
construction OR assets increased due to the
Seal Beach Mutuals of 1.1%. Collectively these
3 factors would have resulted in a growth
percentage for the General Fund in 2023-24 of
6.0%.
The total growth seen on the roll resulting in
value and revenue increases was 6.41%.
The baseline estimate for 2024-25 is 3.16%.
New construction similar to 2023-24 would
grow this number to 3.28%. A similar growth
due to Seal Beach Mutual exchanges would
result in an increase of 4.38%. Unsecured
escape assessments are unknown until the roll
is released in July 2024.
HOW WAS THE HdLCC ESTIMATE FOR 2023-24?
10 –YEAR HISTORY OF ESCAPED ASSESSMENTS-GENERAL FUND
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City of Seal Beach
City Council Budget Workshop
May 14, 2024
About HdL
PROUD
TO SERVE
CITIES, COUNTIES &
SPECIAL DISTRICTS
FOR MORE THAN
40 YEARS!
100%
EMPLOYEE
OWNED
TRIFECTA
Superior service
Increased revenue
Decreased costs
COMPLIANCE
Help reduce risk
by keeping current with
ever-changing legislation
RESULTS
Average city growth
rates are ~3%,
HdL clients are 2x that!
Seal Beach Sales Tax Rate Breakdown
Statewide Sales Tax Trends
Quarterly
Results
Calendar
Year
Results
Statewide – Major Industry Groups
Calendar
Year
Results
Forecast Considerations
Tourism &
Business
Travel
Interest Rates Savings Trends Consumer
Spending
AB 1228
Fast Food
Minimum Wage
Inflation
Gas Prices
Inflation & Sales Tax
Current Conditions
• Steady demand for consumer goods
→ upward pressure on prices →
upward pressure on spending &
sales tax
• Supply chain bottlenecks and labor
shortages → downward pressure on
supply → upward pressure on
prices→ upward pressure on
spending & sales tax
Higher
spending ($)
Higher
Prices
Strong
Demand
Online vs Brick & Mortar: Allocation
AB147
Pandemic
HdL Statewide Trend - Quarterly Outlook
3Q21 4Q21 1Q22 2Q22 3Q22 4Q22 1Q23 2Q23 3Q23 4Q23 1Q24 2Q24 3Q24 4Q24 1Q25 2Q25
19.1% 16.6% 17.3% 10.3% 8.0% 5.0% -1.4% -3.3% -1.9% -2.5% -0.7% 0.7% 1.4% 1.8% 2.6% 2.1% % Change
YoY
Millions
3Q20 4Q20 1Q21 2Q21 3Q21 4Q21 1Q22 2Q22 3Q22 4Q22 1Q23 2Q23 3Q23 4Q23 1Q24 2Q24 3Q24 4Q24 1Q25 2Q25 -
500
1,000
1,500
2,000
2,500
3,000
HdL Statewide Trend – Annual Outlook (FY)
16/17 17/18 18/19 19/20 20/21 21/22 22/23 23/24 24/25 25/26 26/27 27/28 28/29
2.7% 5.6% 4.6% -2.0% 12.1% 14.9% 2.0% -1.1% 2.0% 2.8% 3.0% 2.9% 3.0% % Change
YoY
Millions
FY15/16 FY16/17 FY17/18 FY18/19 FY19/20 FY20/21 FY21/22 FY22/23 FY23/24 FY24/25 FY25/26 FY 26/27 FY 27/28 FY 28/29 -
2,000
4,000
6,000
8,000
10,000
12,000
Major Industry
Group
Breakdown
Seal Beach
BradleyBurns
Seal Beach
Measure
BB
Statewide
General Consumers 31% 37% 16%
Restaurants 28% 22% 12%
Countywide Pool 16% - 18%
Gas Stations & Diesel 9% 7% 9%
Food & Drugs 8% 7% 5%
Business & Industry 6% 11% 16%
Autos 1% 14% 16%
Building & Const. 1% 3% 8%
By Calendar Year
Seal Beach Major Industry Groups
13 Quarter Trend – Bradley Burns
12 CITY QUARTERLY TOTAL
By Calendar Year
Seal Beach Major Industry Groups
13 Quarter Trend – Measure BB
13 CITY QUARTERLY TOTAL
Thank
you!
Bobby Young, Director of Client Services
[email protected]
1 FISCAL YEAR
2024-25
Proposed Budget
City Manager
Core Services
MISSION: Responsible for providing effective municipal
services in accordance with City Council Policies, the Municipal Code, and provisions of the City Charter
FISCAL YEAR 2024-25
PROPOSED BUDGET
Core
Services
Service Delivery
and
Implementation
Financial
Management
Personnel
Management
Risk
Management
Community
Engagement
& Public
Outreach
Information
Technology
Accomplishments
FISCAL YEAR 2024-25
PROPOSED BUDGET
• Technology
o Installation of citywide phone system
project
o Consolidated IT fund accounts
o Security infrastructure improvements and
user training (multifactor authentication –
MFA)
o Established AI (artificial intelligence)
working committee
• Risk Management
o Employees trained across departments
through CJPIA (reducing liability exposure)
o Completion of property assets evaluation
report
• Personnel
o Recruitments and onboarding
o Bargaining unit negotiations
Accomplishments
FISCAL YEAR 2024-25
PROPOSED BUDGET
• Community/Employee Engagement and
Outreach
o Staff engagement team (SET)
Ø Beach cleanup
Ø Employee engagement events
o Community Presentations and Events
Ø Leisure World organizations
v Centenarian, Health Expo,
Sunshine Club
Ø Pop up city hall
Ø Christmas parade
o Revamped biweekly city manager
newsletter
o Open SBHRF exhibit in City Hall lobby
o Expanded community outreach on
suicide prevention initiatives
o Created official City social media accounts
o Ask City Hall
Accomplishments
FISCAL YEAR 2024-25
PROPOSED BUDGET
• Events
o Staff Development Day
o Staff Appreciation Day
• Legislative Advocacy
• Support letters for legislative bills
(state and federal)
• Research and track state, county
and federal legislation
• Environmental
o Dump Day
o Awarded $75K grant from
CalRecycle
o Secured Metropolitan grant for
courtyard beautification project
FY 2024-25 Proposed Budget Summary
FISCAL YEAR 2024-25
PROPOSED BUDGET
FY 2024-25 EXPENDITURES BY FUND
General Fund - 101
Special Projects - 103
Waste Management Act - 104
• FY 2024-25 All Funds:
› $4.1M
• FY 2024-25 FTEs
› Total: 5
FY 2024-25 Proposed Budget Summary
FISCAL YEAR 2024-25
PROPOSED BUDGET
Personnel Services, $1M,
24%
Maintenance
and
Operations,
$3.1M,
0.75032314098
3443
Capital Outlay,
$.1M, 1%
FY 2024-25 EXPENDITURES
• Salaries & Benefits
- 7% reduction in the City
Manager’s Office
• Maintenance & Operations
- Reductions totaling almost
$17,000 made to
memberships/dues,
training/meetings, contract
professional, and special
departmental
Amended Adopted
Budget Budget
FY 2023-24 FY 2024-25
Personnel Services $.9M $1.M
Maintenance and Operations $3.7M $3.1M
Capital Outlay $.1M $.1M
TOTAL $4.8M $4.1M
FISCAL YEAR 2023-24
PROPOSED BUDGET
Challenges
Personnel
• (1)full-time equivalent employee designated for all Human Resources functions (approx. 115 full-time employees and 35 part-time employees, in full time equivalents)
• Retention and recruitment
• Upcoming and ongoing labor negotiations
Unfunded
Mandates
• AB 1826 and SB 1383
Aging
Technology
• Aging Technology Infrastructure
• Cloud-based platforms
• Virtual and remote assets
• Audio-visual equipment (Council Chambers)
FISCAL YEAR 2024-25
PROPOSED BUDGET
Opportunities
Class &
Comp
Community
Engagement
Information
Technology
• Develops a fair and consistent compensation system that attracts and retains qualified employees
• Improves employee morale and productivity
• Enhances employee commitment to the organization
• City Hall citizen’s academy
• 3-5 year information technology master plan
Employee • SET Employee Programs (e.g. Lunch & Learn)
Development
Questions?
FISCAL YEAR 2024-25
PROPOSED BUDGET
1 FISCAL YEAR
2024-25
Proposed Budget
City Clerk
Accomplishments
• NetFile
• Campaign Finance Form
• Statement of Economic
Interests
• Ethics Training Tracking
• Public Records Requests
• City Council Agendas,
Meetings & Minutes
FISCAL YEAR 2024-25
PROPOSED BUDGET
FY 2024-25 Proposed Budget Summary
• Salaries & Benefits 69%
• Maintenance & Operations 31%
• Public/Legal Notices
• Codification Services/Records
Management
• Election
FISCAL YEAR 2024-25
PROPOSED BUDGET
Amended Proposed
Budget Budget
FY 2023-24 FY 2024-25
Personnel Services $.31 $.25
Maintenance and Operations $.04 $.11
TOTAL $.35 $.36
Personnel Services,
$.25, 69%
Maintenance and Operations,
$.11, 31%
FY 2024-25 EXPENDITURES
FY 2024-25 General Fund
>$360K
FY 2024-25 Full Time Employees
> Total: 2
FY 2024-25 Part Time Employee
>Total: 1
Staffing Levels/Service Delivery
FISCAL YEAR 2024-25
PROPOSED BUDGET
• Essential Support
• Service Quality
• Legal Compliance
Challenges & Opportunities
FISCAL YEAR 2024-25
PROPOSED BUDGET
• Challenges
• Staffing
• Compliance Risks
• Request for
Service/Back Log
• Public Records
Requests
Challenges & Opportunities…….
FISCAL YEAR 2024-25
PROPOSED BUDGET
• Opportunities
• Continue to provide
exceptional Customer
Service
• Provide ongoing training
to other departments
• Coffee with a COP & City
Clerk
Questions?
FISCAL YEAR 2024-25
PROPOSED BUDGET
1 FISCAL YEAR
2024-25
Proposed Budget
Finance Department
Core Services
FINANCE
ADMINISTRATION
TREASURY
Cashiering
Accounts
Receivable
Accounting
Financial
Reporting
Accounts
Payable
Payroll
Municipal
Services
Budgeting
COMPLIANCE
REGULATION
POLICY
INTERNAL CONTROLS
FISCAL YEAR 2024-25
PROPOSED BUDGET
Accomplishments
FISCAL YEAR 2024-25
PROPOSED BUDGET
CSMFO Budget Award
FY 2023-24 Budget
GFOA Annual Comprehensive
Financial Report/Audit
FY 2023 Actuals
GFOA Budget Award
FY 2023-24 Budget
• Implemented Financial System
and System Update
• Citywide Unfunded Needs
Assessment
• Five-Year Financial Forecast
FY 2024-25 Proposed Budget Summary
• Salaries & Benefits 77%
• Citywide Support
• Maintenance & Operations
• Audits
• Financial Reporting
• Consultant Services
• Investment Services
• Property Tax
• Sales Tax
FISCAL YEAR 2024-25
PROPOSED BUDGET
• FY 2024-25 General Fund:
› $1 M
• FY 2024-25 FTEs
› Total: 8
› Deferred 2 PT
Amended Adopted
Budget Budget
FY 2023-24 FY 2024-25
Personnel Services $.8M $.8M
Maintenance and Operations $.2M $.2M
TOTAL $1.M $1.M
Personnel Services,
$.8M, 77%
Maintenance
and
Operations,
$.2M,
FY 2024-25 EXPENDITURES
Budget Balancing Strategies
FISCAL YEAR 2024-25
PROPOSED BUDGET
ü Positions/will impact service delivery:
§ Reduce FT Senior Accounting Technician to Accounting Technician § Deferred 2 Part Time Positions
§ Hire vacant positions at step 1
ü Reduced Office Supplies, Business Supplies, Training Materials ü Reduced Memberships and Dues: Minimum educational requirements ü Reduced Training and Meetings: Minimum educational requirements ü Reduced Budget/ACFR document printing
ü Removed UUT Contract Services
Challenges & Opportunities
FISCAL YEAR 2023-24
PROPOSED BUDGET
Continued Implementation of Finance System
New staff acquiring new skills and
knowledge/retaining talent
Regulatory and Mandate updates/changes
Continue to do more with less
Other Department Appropriations
7 City Council
• Discretionary $20,000
• Maintaining memberships, meetings, contracts
City Attorney
• $547,000 includes decreases in Litigation and Other Attorney Services
Non-Departmental
• Reductions in medical Insurance from salary and benefit savings
• IT is now in Non-Departmental and includes Citywide IT needs • No transfer out for Property Management
FISCAL YEAR 2024-25
PROPOSED BUDGET
8 FISCAL YEAR
2024-25
Proposed Budget
Finance Department
1 FISCAL YEAR
2024-25
Proposed Budget
Police Department
Mission Statement & Core Values
FISCAL YEAR 2024-25
PROPOSED BUDGET
Mission Statement:
• The mission of the Seal Beach Police Department is to drive down crime and improve the quality of life for
residents and visitors of Seal Beach.
Core Values:
• Honesty & Integrity
• Service
• Respect
• Professionalism
• Caring
Core Services
• Safeguarding Lives and Property
• Proactive law enforcement with swift response to emergencies. • High-visibility patrolling and advanced training for various scenarios. • Utilization of cutting-edge technology for quick action and effective crime prevention. • Collaboration with specialized units and neighboring jurisdictions for comprehensive crimesolving. • Protecting the Community:
• Focus on prevention and reduction of victimization through vigilant and prepared law enforcement.
• Maintenance of a safe environment that supports the daily activities of residents and visitors. • Building Partnerships:
• Regular community outreach and engagement with local organizations. • Implementation of programs like Neighbor-4-Neighbor and Police Explorers to involve the community in public safety.
• Active solicitation of feedback to refine policing strategies. • Tailored services to meet unique local needs and ensure inclusivity in public safety efforts.
FISCAL YEAR 2024-25
PROPOSED BUDGET
Calls for Service - Priority Types
• Priority 1 Calls: Emergency responses to incidents involving immediate threat to life, major crimes in progress, or any situation needing urgent law enforcement intervention. • Examples: Violent crimes (assault, robbery in progress), active shooter incidents, serious traffic accidents, and medical emergencies.
• Priority 2 Calls: Urgent but not immediate threats to life or property. These involve significant risk but do not require the fastest possible police response.
• Examples: Burglaries or thefts just occurred, minor traffic accidents with no serious injuries, and alarms where threat is not verified.
• Priority 3 Calls: Non-emergency situations where the immediate presence of an officer is not necessary for safety or crime prevention.
• Examples: Noise complaints, minor thefts (e.g., shoplifting without suspect on scene), vandalism with no suspects present.
• Response Time:
• Priority 1 – Strive for less than 3:30 minutes
FISCAL YEAR 2024-25
PROPOSED BUDGET
Calls for Service
• Calendar Year 2022
• Calls for Service – 11,688
• Officer Initiated – 15,290
• Total = 26,978
• Calendar Year 2023
• Calls for Service – 19,591
• Officer Initiated – 11,932
• Total = 31,523
• Response Time:
• Priority 1 =
Approximately 3:00
minutes
FISCAL YEAR 2024-25
PROPOSED BUDGET
Department Organization
FISCAL YEAR 2024-25
PROPOSED BUDGET
Operations
Bureau
Support Services
Bureau
Operations Bureau
FISCAL YEAR 2024-25
PROPOSED BUDGET
• Patrol Division: Provides 24/7 coverage in designated beats, focusing on service calls, traffic enforcement, and crime prevention.
• Detective Division: Investigates crimes including major crimes, property crimes, and financial crimes, with special teams for different crime categories.
• Traffic Division: Manages traffic safety, accident
investigations, and parking enforcement with specialized officers.
• Community Oriented Policing Team (COP): Engages in
community relations, seasonal patrolling, and liaises with schools and local businesses.
• West County SWAT Team: Regional team handling high-risk situations, including tactical and crisis negotiation units.
FISCAL YEAR 2024-25
PROPOSED BUDGET
• Assigned Cases: 219
• Grand Thefts – 71
• Burglary - 33
• Shoplifting – 31
• Petty Thefts – 21
• Stolen Vehicle cases- 18
• LW Detective
• 16 Active Cases
• Multiple Presentations given to Community Groups
• Surveillance Operations for Bicycle/Golf Cart Thefts
• Focus on fraud and identity theft education
• Police Civilian Investigator
• Search warrants related to fatal collisions
• OCIAC Intelligence Center liaison
• Internet Crimes Against Children Liaison
• Sexual Registrant Liaison
Detective Bureau
Traffic Bureau
FISCAL YEAR 2024-25
PROPOSED BUDGET
• Three Motorcycle Police Officers
• Hit & Run Investigations
• Manage DUI Checkpoints
• Education and Outreach
• 2023
• Collision: 233
• 94 Injury
• 139 Non Injury
• 11 Pedestrian injury
• 13 Bicycle Injury
• 128 total injured people because
of vehicle collisions
• Citations TOTAL: 2,093
STAR Team
FISCAL YEAR 2024-25
PROPOSED BUDGET
• STAR Team Overview:
• Function: Handles investigations and responses to
serious traffic accidents.
• Goal: Improves traffic safety through detailed
accident analysis.
• Capabilities:
• Techniques: Employs forensic reconstruction and
data analysis to determine accident causes.
• Tools: Uses drones, 3D scanners, and software for
accident scene evaluation.
• Collaboration: Cities include Seal Beach, Cypress, Los Alamitos, Westminster, Fountain Valley, La Palma
• Works closely with the Orange County District
Attorney’s Office and California Highway Patrol
COP Team
FISCAL YEAR 2024-25
PROPOSED BUDGET
Community Oriented Police (COP) Team Overview: Comprised of two officers on special assignment focused on community engagement, addressing crime, and quality of life issues with creative strategies.
• Summer Responsibilities:
• Patrols Main Street, downtown, and Surfside.
• Utilizes foot patrols, bicycles, ATVs, and 4x4 vehicles. • Handles all service calls on beaches, pier, and Main Street area. • Non-Summer Focus:
• Liaisons for McGaugh Elementary School.
• Conducts directed enforcement to address specific crime trends. • Enforces particular Penal and Vehicle codes.
• Participates in events: Run Seal Beach, Turkey Trot, Christmas Parade, Band on the Sand, National Night Out.
• Acts as liaisons to the Chamber of Commerce, engages with local businesses for crime prevention.
• Assigned as Quality of Life Officers (QLO’s), assists and connects homeless individuals with resources.
Quality of Life Team
FISCAL YEAR 2024-25
PROPOSED BUDGET
• Quality of Life Team Overview:
• Homeless Liaison Training: Officers trained to assist unhoused populations with service acquisition.
• Collaborative Partnerships:
• Veterans Affairs (VA): Coordination to support
homeless veterans.
• OC Health Care Agency: Collaboration on public
health services.
• Community Engagement:
• Street Outreach: Regular interaction and support in
homeless communities.
• Public Awareness: Educate and involve the
community in homelessness issues.
• Integrated Support:
• Holistic Approach: Combines law enforcement with
social services for comprehensive care.
• Multi-Agency Coordination: Streamlines support
through collaborative efforts.
Response to Mental Illness
FISCAL YEAR 2024-25
PROPOSED BUDGET
• Collaboration with Orange County PERT: Seal Beach PD partners with mental health clinicians to address mental health-related calls, conduct risk assessments, and manage involuntary hospitalizations, ensuring comprehensive follow-up and support. • Integration of Crisis Assessment Team (CAT): Provides 24/7 mobile response services, focusing on individuals in crisis, particularly those with suicidal ideations or temporarily unable to care for themselves.
• Community Partnerships and Support: Works with organizations like Waymakers and uses the 211 service to connect individuals with a wide range of support services tailored to their needs. • Specialized Programs for Youth and Vulnerable Populations: Involvement in the Internet Crimes Against Children (ICAC) Task Force and Casa Youth Center, and a dedicated Homeless Liaison Officers (HLO) Team to support the homeless with resources and mental health programs. • Extensive Officer Training: Officers receive ongoing education in tactical communication, deescalation, cultural diversity, and handling mental health crises to enhance their effectiveness in sensitive situations.
• Proactive and Preventative Approach: Emphasizes preventing mental health crises through community engagement, specialized training, and partnerships with mental health professionals and organizations.
SWAT
FISCAL YEAR 2024-25
PROPOSED BUDGET
• Participating Cities: Seal Beach, Westminster, Fountain Valley, Los Alamitos, Cypress. • Specialized Units: Includes Crisis Negotiation Team (CNT), Tactical Dispatch, Mobile Command Post, Drone Team, and Command Team.
• Capabilities and Resources:
• Advanced Equipment: Equipped with tactical gear, armored vehicles, drones, and specialized weapons.
• Expert Training: Continuous tactical and operational training for all team members. • Operational Scope:
• High-Risk Response: Handles complex situations such as hostage scenarios, barricades, and active shooter incidents.
• Rapid Deployment: Quick mobilization across the participating cities to manage emergencies effectively.
• Technological Integration:
• Drone Team: Utilizes drone technology for surveillance and tactical advantage in operations. • Mobile Command Post: Central hub for command and control during major incidents. • Command and Control:
• Command Team: Provides strategic oversight and leadership in critical incidents. • Tactical Dispatch: Coordinates communication and logistical support during operations.
Police Service Dog Saurus
FISCAL YEAR 2024-25
PROPOSED BUDGET
• Police Service Dog Saurus Overview:
• Role: Integral part of the K9 unit, dual-trained
in suspect apprehension and firearm
detection.
• Capabilities:
• Skills: Expert in tracking, narcotics detection,
and locating firearms.
• De-escalation: Effective in promoting
peaceful suspect surrenders in the majority
of deployments.
• Community Engagement:
• Demonstrations: Participates in events to
showcase skills and enhance public safety
education.
• 51 Deployments
• 50 Surrenders
• 1 Apprehension
• 3 Found Firearms
Police Facility Dog Yosa
FISCAL YEAR 2024-25
PROPOSED BUDGET
• Police Facility Dog Yosa Overview:
• Facility Dog from Canine Companions for
Independence,
• Role: Assists in reducing stress and providing
comfort to victims, witnesses, and community
members during traumatic events.
• Community Impact:
• Handler Partnership: Works alongside Captain Nick
Nicholas, focusing on supportive interactions
during critical and stressful situations.
• Engagement: Participates in community outreach
and public events to foster positive interactions
and emotional support.
• Support Mechanism: Acts as a calming and comforting
presence, enhancing the department’s capacity to
handle sensitive situations with compassion and care.
Support Services Bureau
FISCAL YEAR 2024-25
PROPOSED BUDGET
• Property & Evidence: Handles the security and processing of criminal evidence and property management, including lost, found, or seized items.
•
• Jail: Temporary Holding Facility. Booking of arrestees, transporting inmates • Parking: Oversees all aspects of parking within Seal Beach, including permit issuance and enforcement to ensure compliance with city parking regulations.
• Animal Control: manages local animal issues including stray, aggressive, and wildlife concerns, and promotes responsible pet ownership.
• Internal Affairs: Ensures accountability and integrity within the Seal Beach Police Department by investigating misconduct allegations against personnel. • Training
• Unfunded Legislative Mandates
• Increasing regulatory control from POST imposing additional reporting and training requirements • None of which is funded
• Hiring & Recruiting and Emergency Services
Emergency Services Coordinator
FISCAL YEAR 2024-25
PROPOSED BUDGET
• POLICE SERGEANT: Leadership and Expertise: Essential for managing complex emergency situations and making quick, effective decisions.
• Program Coordination:
• CERT (Community Emergency Response Team): Manages training and deployment of volunteers for local emergency response.
• RACES (Radio Amateur Civil Emergency Service): Coordinates amateur radio operators to maintain communications during disasters.
• N4N (Neighbor for Neighbor): Organizes neighborhood-level responses to support during emergencies. • Volunteer Management: Efficiently organizes volunteer resources and training, ensuring readiness for emergencies.
• Grant and State Coordination:
• Secures funding for emergency preparedness and collaborates with state agencies to enhance response capabilities.
• Weather Event Preparedness:
• Develops and implements response plans for various weather scenarios, ensuring community safety and awareness.
This streamlined approach with a sergeant at the helm ensures effective leadership and coordination across all aspects of emergency services, enhancing community resilience and preparedness.
Parking Management
FISCAL YEAR 2024-25
PROPOSED BUDGET
• Education and Awareness:
• Informing the public about parking rules, regulations, and the importance of compliance. • Outreach programs to educate drivers on the impacts of illegal parking on traffic flow and safety. • Compliance and Enforcement:
• Regular monitoring and patrolling to ensure adherence to parking regulations. • Use of parking tickets and fines to enforce parking laws and discourage violations. • Traffic Control:
• Strategically managing parking spaces to improve traffic flow and reduce congestion. • Implementing zoning laws that prioritize parking for residents, businesses, or short-term visitors where necessary.
• Use of Technology:
• Implementing digital payment options and real-time parking availability apps. • Utilizing electronic permit systems and automated license plate recognition for efficient management.
• Sustainability Practices:
• Encouraging the use of alternative transportation to reduce parking demand. • Designing parking areas that support electric vehicles and bicycles. • Total Citations for 2023: 21,857
Animal Control Program
FISCAL YEAR 2024-25
PROPOSED BUDGET
• Seal Beach Police Department Control: Took over
animal control services from Long Beach Animal
Care Services on July 1, 2023.
• Collaboration with WAGS
• Responsibilities: Handles enforcement, licensing,
and management of strays, animal bites, and pet
registration.
• Training and Equipment: Animal control officers are
trained in animal law, handling, and behavior and
equipped with advanced tools like microchip readers
and body cams.
• Community Impact: Provides education and
outreach to promote compliance with animal
regulations.
• Approximately 874+ Animal-Related Calls for Service
Volunteers in Policing Service
FISCAL YEAR 2024-25
PROPOSED BUDGET
• The Seal Beach Police Department Volunteers in Policing (V.I.P.) was established over 25 years ago.
The program has over 50 volunteers. V.I.P.s work in a variety of capacities and under the guidance of the Emergency Operations Coordinator. V.I.P.s are selected for service through a competitive interview process. They attend in-depth training where they learn about the organization and inner workings of the Police Department. Upon graduation, they are sworn in by the Chief of Police and work with other V.I.P. members.
• Initially, V.I.P.s conducted residential vacation checks, clerical tasks, and participated in various special events such as D.U.I. Checkpoints, but over the years, their duties have expanded. The V.I.P.s are an integral part of the Seal Beach Police Department, and they are essential to our day to day operations. • In 2023: 17,498 VIPS hours
• Equivalent to 8.4 full-time employees
Crime Statistics
• Crime overall for all categories
down 4% for 2023 as
compared to 2022
• Retail theft up 16%
• 2023
• Arrests – 809
• Moving Violations – 3,416
• 9-1-1 Calls – 1,468
• Patrol Checks – 7,688
FISCAL YEAR 2024-25
PROPOSED BUDGET
FY 2024-25 Proposed Budget Summary
• FY 2024-25 All Funds:
› $17.5 M
• FY 2024-25 FTEs
› Total: 60.34
› Sworn 40
FISCAL YEAR
PROPOSED BUDGET
FY 2024-25 EXPENDITURES BY FUND
General Fund - 101
Special Projects - 103
Tidelands - 106
Supplemental Law
Enforcement - 201
Asset Forfeiture - State -
203
Asset Forfeiture - Federal -
205
Police Grants - 216
FY Proposed Budget Summary
• Salaries & Benefits 85%
• West-Comm = $1m
• City Co-Sponsored Events
• Holiday Parade - $11,361.84
• Run Seal Beach - $12,397.93
• Classic Car Show - $9,410.01
• Concerts in the Park – 8,640.27
• National Night Out – 5,747.46
• TOTAL = 47,557.51
FISCAL YEAR 2024-25
PROPOSED BUDGET
Personnel Services,
$15M, 85%
Maintenance
and
Operations,
$2.6M, 15%
FY 2024-25 EXPENDITURES
Amended Adopted
Budget Budget
FY 2023-24 FY 2024-25
Personnel Services $14.M $15.M
Maintenance and Operations $2.6M $2.6M
TOTAL $16.6M $17.5M
Budget Balancing Strategies - Expenditures
FISCAL YEAR 2024-25
PROPOSED BUDGET
Reduction Cost Saving
Defer hiring (1) SCSO $104,635.22
Defer hiring (1) Police Aide $27,831.45
Reduce Overtime Budget $65,000
Reduce Training Budget $18,000
Reduce Drone Funding $9,500
Defer Furniture Purchase $10,000
Consolidation of IT Expenditures $66,100
Overall M&O Expenditure Reductions $131,750.00
Total PD Budget Reduction (less IT budget
transfer) $323,216.67
Budget Balancing Strategies:
Staffing levels and Service Delivery
FISCAL YEAR 2024-25
PROPOSED BUDGET
Balancing Strategy: Impacts
• Only department that is 24/7
• Continual personnel staffing needed to meet service expectations • On-going turnover, especially at the SCSO position
• Vacancies, absences, attrition
• Entry level: Police Aide = => Advance to SCSO == > Career • Reduced ability to provide support
• SCSO’s
• Booking and transportation of arrestees
• Taking low level reports
• Reduced parking enforcement
• Extended response times
Grant Funding
FISCAL YEAR 2024-25
PROPOSED BUDGET
• Board of State and Community
Corrections (Homeless)
• Board of State and Community
Corrections (Wellness)
• Office of Traffic Safety
• Tobacco Grant
• Stonegarden
• Narcan
• Bulletproof Vest Program
• Approximate Funds Received:
$406,266
Challenges & Opportunities
• Commitment to Safety: Continuously
providing top-level safety and security for
the Seal Beach community.
• Crime Trend Response: Actively responding
to ongoing and emerging crime trends.
• Recruitment and Retention: Focused on
recruiting and retaining high-quality
personnel.
• Social Challenges: Addressing social issues
such as homelessness.
• Civil Unrest: Preparing for and managing
civil unrest related to global conflicts and
elections.
• Fiscal Responsibility: Ensuring all actions and
programs are fiscally responsible.
FISCAL YEAR 2024-25
PROPOSED BUDGET
Retail Theft
• Overview: Significant uptick in retail theft incidents, affecting businesses statewide. • Impact: Retail sectors experiencing increased losses, impacting profitability and safety.
• Key Statistics: Notable rise in organized retail crime and smash-and-grab incidents. • Regional Hotspots: Major cities like Los Angeles, San Francisco, and San Diego report highest frequency of thefts.
• Government Response: State and local law enforcement agencies intensifying efforts to combat retail theft through increased patrols and surveillance. • Legislative Actions: Introduction of stricter penalties for retail theft and organized crime involvement.
• Community and Business Initiatives: Collaboration between law enforcement, community groups, and businesses to implement preventive measures such as improved store security and public awareness campaigns. • Call to Action: Strengthening partnerships and sharing best practices among stakeholders to mitigate theft incidents and enhance community safety.
FISCAL YEAR 2024-25
PROPOSED BUDGET
SBPD Response to Retail Theft
• Organized Retail Crime Operations: Conducted by Seal Beach Detective Division during October, November, and December 2023. • Tactical Approach: Included surveillance of retail establishments and on-the-spot enforcement against thefts.
• Zero Tolerance Policy: Thieves apprehended during the operations with strict enforcement.
• Arrests and Recoveries:
• Arrests Made: 25 individuals arrested.
• Vehicles Recovered: Two stolen vehicles retrieved.
• Suspects Identified: Five suspects linked to crimes outside of Seal Beach.
• Merchandise Recovered: Approximately $13,300 worth of stolen goods recovered.
FISCAL YEAR 2024-25
PROPOSED BUDGET
OC Grand Jury Report on School Shootings
• The SBPD adheres to the guidelines set by the Orange
County Grand Jury Report on School Shootings,
ensuring that local schools are well-prepared for
potential active shooter incidents.
• Captain Nicholas annually delivers a presentation titled "Surviving Gun Violence," which educates school staff
and community members on critical response
strategies during such incidents.
• The department conducts realistic training exercises
using simunitions at the McGaugh School campus,
allowing officers to practice their response in a
controlled environment that mimics real-life scenarios.
FISCAL YEAR 2024-25
PROPOSED BUDGET
Transparency & Communication
• Active Social Media Presence: Utilize platforms like Instagram (@sealbeachpolice) to reach community members. Current following: 26,100+ on Instagram, providing updates, safety tips, and event information.
• Weekly "Briefing Room" Column: Regular publication in the Sun News to share insights, department updates, and address community concerns. Enhances understanding and transparency about ongoing initiatives.
• Coffee with a Cop Events: Host events to foster open dialogue between police officers and community members. Offers a relaxed environment for residents to discuss issues, ask questions, and build relationships.
• Public Forums and Outreach: Conduct public meetings and Outreach to discuss community safety, new policies, and receive feedback from the community.
• Commitment to Open Communication: Emphasize transparent and timely communication regarding incidents and department actions to maintain public trust and community partnership. • Feedback Mechanisms: Encourage community feedback through social media and direct communication channels to continuously improve interactions and services. • Goal: Strengthen community trust and cooperation through consistent, open, and multifaceted communication strategies.
FISCAL YEAR 2024-25
PROPOSED BUDGET
Questions?
FISCAL YEAR 2024-25
PROPOSED BUDGET
1 FISCAL YEAR
2024-25
Proposed Budget
OCFA
OCFA
FISCAL YEAR 2024-25
PROPOSED BUDGET
2 OCFA
3 FISCAL YEAR 2024-25
PROPOSED BUDGET
OCFA
4 FISCAL YEAR 2024-25
PROPOSED BUDGET
Resources Located
Within Seal Beach
Paramedic Engine 44
(4) Firefighters
Paramedic Engine 48
(4) Firefighters
OCFA
FISCAL YEAR 2024-25
PROPOSED BUDGET
5 Description Charge
FY 2023/24 Adjusted Base Service Charge $6,624,931
FY 2024/25 Estimated 4.50% Increase 291,122
FY 2024/25 Estimated Service Charge $6,923,052
Plus Facilities Maintenance Charge 30,000
Plus Vehicle Replacement Charge 95,018
Estimated Total FY 2024/25 Charge $7,048,070
OCFA’s All-Inclusive Services
FY24/25 Contract
OCFA
6 FISCAL YEAR 2024-25
PROPOSED BUDGET
OCFA
7 FISCAL YEAR 2024-25
PROPOSED BUDGET
OCFA
8 FISCAL YEAR 2024-25
PROPOSED BUDGET
OCFA’s All-Inclusive Services
• Communications Equipment
• Community Education
• Contract Administration
• Disaster Planning
• Dispatching
• Emergency Medical Services
• Equipment and Supplies
• Fire Prevention
• Fleet Management
• Human Resources
• Information Technology
• Legislative Services
• Legal Liability
• Media Relations
• Property Management
• Risk Management
• Subpoenas/Records Requests
• Workers’ Compensation
• Retirement Fund Liability
OCFA
9 FISCAL YEAR 2024-25
PROPOSED BUDGET
OCFA’s Fire Inspections
OCFA fire inspectors and fire crews completed
383 fire safety building inspections in 2023 and
are on pace to complete them all again by the
end of May.
OCFA
10 FISCAL YEAR 2024-25
PROPOSED BUDGET
•OCFA: Has secured grant funding to minimize cash contract cities costs. •OCFA retirement: 93.5% funded position.
•Training Development: Hosts quarterly sessions and offers 25 career courses, including leadership classes.
•Innovation: Recognized as cutting-edge by Governing Technology; led FIRIS program, which the state has adopted and is now a national standard. •Technology Leadership: Pioneering firefighter tracking technology, leading nationally in emerging incident technology.
OCFA
11 FISCAL YEAR 2024-25
PROPOSED BUDGET
Thank you for your continued support.
12 FISCAL YEAR
2024-25
Proposed Budget