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July 14, 1993
AGENDA ITEM
TO: HONORABLE MAYOR & MEMBERS OF THE CITY COUNCIL
FROM: Joseph F. Hsu, Director of Utilities':
VIA: Henry Garcia, City Administrator if/
RE: Employee Appointments for Azusa Valley Water Company Employees
and Adoption of New Classification Specification
BACKGROUND
Pursuant to the Agreement regarding the Tender Offer among Azusa Public
Improvement Corporation, Azusa Public Financing Authority and the City of Azusa and
Azusa Valley Water Company, dated April 15, 1993, the City agreed to assume the
employees of Azusa Valley Water Company. One new classification specification has
been approved for recommendation to the City Council for adoption into the
classification plan as a Non-Represented Mid Manager at the salary of$4925 (7-13-93)
by the Personnel Board for the position of Utility Financial Analyst.
RECOMMENDATIONS
I recommend that City Council make the following appointments including the
adoption of the classification specification Utility Financial Analyst.
Name Classification Rate Range/Step
Phyllis Bradley Customer Services Supervisor $4250.00/M "Y" rated
Paul Brancoiner Water Utility Worker I $2237.79/M 5167/1
Nguyen Bui Engineering Associate $3666.81/M 4202/5
Sonny Gowan Water Utility Operator II $2980.59/M 5186/3
Dionicio Hemandez Water Utility Operator I $2496.66/M 5178/1
Robert Lanzarotto Welder $2953.91/M 5190/2
John Lyda Meter Reader $2780.06/M 5179/3
Tem Jo Mc Kemy Customer Service Rep II $2640.04/M 5164/5
Douglas Palmer Water Equipment Operator $2757.84/M 5188/1
Jenny Pryor • Customer Service Rep III $2916.25/M 5174/5
Kimbel Redmile Utility Financial Analyst $4925.00/M Flat
Steven Seffer Water Utility Operator Supervisor $3135.67/M 5196/2
Reginald Stone Water Utility Crew Supervisor $3107.57/M 5200/1
Gabriel Valdez Field Services Representative $2921.90/M 5184/3
Kenneth Vetting Water Utility Operator I $2752.52/M 5178/3
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777 North Alameda Avenue • P.O. Box 9500 • Azusa, California 91702-9500
Date Adopted: July 19, 1993
CITY OF AZUSA
UTILITIES FINANCIAL ANALYST
DEFINITION
Under general direction, assist in analyzing, planning, directing, supervising and
reviewing the financial activities of the Utilities Department; performs related duties
as required.
CLASS CHARACTERISTICS
This single position class reports directly to the Utilities Director„ and the incumbent
is responsible for developing goals, objectives, policies and priorities related to the
department's finances.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
These functions may not be present in all positions in this class. When a position is
to be filled, the essential functions will be noted in the announcement of position
availability. Letters in parenthesis at the end of each function statement represent
the abilities required to perform that function.
1 . Establish and review departmental financial operation criteria. (a b d e f h)
2. Coordinate department fiscal activities with other City departments. (a b d e f
h)
3. Conduct utility rate studies; develop and present recommendations for changes
in rate and fee structures. (a b d f g h)
4. Coordinate and review customer service, electric and water activities related to
budgets, rates, work orders, projects, water and power purchases, and financial
control processes. (a b c d e f g h)
5. Assist the Consumer Service Manager in resolving difficult accounting related
problems. (a c e f i)
6. Assist the Director of Utilities in explaining and interpreting departmental policies,
problems and proposals to the City Administrator, City Officials, other agencies
and the general public (a b c d e f g h i)
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UTILITIES FINANCIAL ANALYST (continued)
7. Assist in the preparation and administration of the utilities' capital improvement
plan and budget. (a b g h)
8. Prepare a variety of reports, correspondence and special studies. (a b d f)
9. Represent the City's interest in meetings with related agencies. (a c e f g)
10. Monitor existing departmental contracts pertaining to power supply. (a b d f)
11 . Supervise staff as assigned. (a f i j k)
REQUISITE ABILITIES
a. Communicate clearly and concisely, orally and in writing.
b. Research and prepare complex technical reports involving all phases of electrical
water utility finances.
c. Establish and maintain effective relationships with the community at large, the
City Council, and other public officials.
d. Prepare and interpret financial statements and cost accounting reports.
e. Establish and maintain effective working relationships with City staff,
representatives of other organizations, and members of the public.
f. Analyze unusual situations and resolve them through application of management
principles and practices.
g. Represent the City at a variety of meetings.
h. Design and install new and improved accounting and record keeping systems.
i. Deal constructively with conflict and develop effective resolutions.
j. Make decisions regarding operational and personnel functions.
k. Select, train, supervise and evaluate employees.
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UTILITIES FINANCIAL ANALYST (continued)
MARGINAL FUNCTIONS
These are position functions which may be changed, deleted or reassigned to
accommodate an individual with a disability.
QUALIFICATIONS GUIDELINES
Any combination of education and/or education that has provided the knowledge,
skills, and abilities necessary for satisfactory job performance. Example combinations
include graduation from an accredited college/university with a bachelor's degree in
utility management and finance and five years progressively responsible financial,
administrative, and supervisory experience with water and electric utilities.
Knowledge and Skill Levels:
Thorough knowledge of principles and practices of water and electric utility
management; applicable regulatory codes and laws related to the
development,management and operation of electric and water utilities; recent
developments,current literature and sources of information regarding water and
electric utility operations and finance; principles an practices of modern office
management; principles and methods of financial planning, utility rate setting and
public accounting; principles and practices of organization, administration, budget
and financial management.
Special Requirements:
Possession of a Class C California driver's license and a satisfactory driving
record.
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TO: HONORABLE CHAIRMAN AND MEMBERS OF THE REDEVELOPMENT
AGENCY
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FROM: GEOFFREY CRAIG, DIRECTOR OF FINANCE )
VIA: HENRY GARCIA, EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR Or,
DATE: JULY 14, 1993
SUBJECT: EXTENSION BY AMENDMENT OF RESOLUTION NO. 92-R63
BACKGROUND
In view of the state budget crisis, informal side letters to the employee Memoranda
of Understanding were negotiated with the recognized bargaining groups meeting
the increased cost of group medical insurance and extending the agreements an
additional ninety days. In addition to the benefits of recognized bargaining units,
those for Redevelopment employees should also be extended and amended.
RECOMMENDATION
It is recommended that Council adopt the attached resolution amending and
extending existing employee benefits by amending Resolution 92-R63..
attachment: Resolution
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RESOLUTION NO.
A RESOLUTION OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF THE
REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY OF THE CITY OF AZUSA
AMENDING RESOLUTIONS NO. 92-R63 SETTING FORTH
BENEFITS FOR NON-REPRESENTED CLASSIFIED
EMPLOYEES EFFECTIVE JULY 1, 1993.
THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF AZUSA DOES RESOLVE AS FOLLOWS:
SECTION 1. Whereas, the Redevelopment Agency was developing its
budget for Fiscal Year 1993-94 which budget process was directly impacted by
the State of California, causing the Agency to delay the finalization of its own its
own budget; and
SECTION 2. Whereas, because there was uncertainty as to the development
of the Agency budget, the Agency was unable to meet-and-confer to consider
requests for increases in compensation; and
SECTION 3. Whereas, existing Memoranda of Understanding and
Compensation & Benefits Resolutions have expired; and
SECTION 4. Whereas, employee bargaining unit representatives have signed
Side Letters of Agreement which extend the contracts and modify certain
benefits; and it is also appropriate to amend the benefits for Redevelopment
employees;
SECTION 5. Now, therefore, be it resolved that the Board of Directors of
the Redevelopment Agency does hereby amend Resolution No. 92-R63 regarding
Redevelopment employees extending it to September 30, 1993.
The Agency Secretary shall certify the adoption of this resolution.
ADOPTED AND APPROVED this 19th day of July 1993.
CHAIRMAN
I HEREBY CERTIFY that the foregoing Resolution was duly adopted by the Board of
Directors of the City of Azusa Redevelopment Agency at a regular meeting thereof
held on the 19th day of July 1993
AYES: AGENCY MEMBERS:
NOES: AGENCY MEMBERS:
ABSENT: AGENCY MEMBERS:
AGENCY SECRETARY