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ECONOMIC AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
PLANNING DIVISION
PROGRAM COMMENTARY
PROGRAM DESCRIPTION:
The Planning Division is the liaison to homeowners, businesses and developers for all zoning functions of the City. The Division is
responsible for the current and advance planning programs and activities of the City. In order to improve the quality of life of the residents and
the community, the Division seeks to implement the goals, objectives and policies contained in the General Plan and Development Code, and
to enforce all applicable planning and zoning laws. In addition, advance planning programs are undertaken to meet the future needs of the
City. More specifically, the Division’s activities include review and processing of environmental documents, variances, use permits, rezoning,
specific plan preparation, design review, annexations and business license review. The Planning Division provides technical support to the
Planning and Cultural and Historic Preservation Commissions.
STRATEGIC GOALS:
• Complete State-mandated Housing Element Update.
• Process entitlements (design review, tract maps, CEQA review, etc.) for Private and Redevelopment Agency developments.
• Update the Development Code as needed.
• Process the entitlement applications for the Waste Management MRF application.
• Continue to assist with the implementation of:
The Rosedale Development
Block 36
Watt Housing Project @ Citrus Crossing
Downtown North
FY 10-11 PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS:
• Provide staff support for the Planning Commission and Cultural and Historic Preservation Commission.
• Work with the other City departments to implement the goals, policies and programs contained in the General Plan.
• Provide staff support – environmental review and design review - for Redevelopment, Water Department, and & Parks projects.
• Coordinate with the Southern California Association of Governments to implement programs aimed at revitalizing the Arrow Highway
Corridor.
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Budget Division: ECONOMIC AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT - PLANNING
FY 09-10 FY 10-11 FY 09-10 FY 10-11 FY 09-10 FY 10-11 FY 09-10 FY 10-11
Revised Adopted Revised Adopted Revised Adopted Revised Adopted
Position Title Allocation Allocation Salary Salary Position Title Hours Hours Wages Wages
Economic & Community Dev Director (a)0.33 0.33 $50,795 $50,795 Dept. Intern 450 450 $5,130 $5,130
Assistant Director of Community Dev 1.00 1.00 113,320 113,320
Senior Planner 1.00 1.00 83,685 83,685
Assistant Planner 1.00 1.00 62,705 65,710
Planning Technician 1.00 1.00 48,450 50,485
(a) .67 FTE RDA Administration
TOTAL 4.33 4.33 $358,955 $363,995 TOTAL 450 450 $5,130 $5,130
Full Time Positions Part Time Positions
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BUDGET UNIT:1035611000 ECONOMIC AND COMMUNITY DEV - PLANNING
DESCRIPTION ACTUAL ACTUAL REVISED ADOPTED
Acct. #07-08 08-09 09-10 10-11 VARIANCE
PERSONNEL
6003 Salaries/Regular 234,785 307,005 358,955 363,995 5,040
6006 Salaries/Temp & Part Time 5,040 - 5,130 5,130 -
6012 Salaries/Comp-Time 5,165 8,140 - - -
6015 Salaries/Vacation 8,875 13,375 - - -
6024 Salaries/Sick Leave 7,440 13,195 - - -
6033 Overtime Pay/Premium 4,180 2,645 5,000 2,000 (3,000)
6045 Salaries/Education Incentive 230 1,460 1,450 1,450 -
6048 Salaries/Language Pay 475 2,410 2,400 2,400 -
6069 Allowances/Vehicle 1,550 1,790 1,780 1,780 -
6101 PERS/Employee Contribution 18,055 24,295 25,410 25,895 485
6105 PERS/Employer Contribution 32,170 41,660 42,420 42,725 305
6109 PARS/Employer 2,565 8,075 9,410 9,485 75
6125 FICA/Employer Contrib/Med 4,845 5,990 6,310 6,410 100
6133 Retiree Health Premium Reimb 2,175 2,435 2,365 2,580 215
6140 Life Insurance Allocation 1,180 1,085 1,025 985 (40)
6155 Workers' Comp Allocation 10,545 13,960 14,845 15,070 225
6160 LTD Insurance Allocation 2,710 3,075 2,775 2,830 55
6165 Unemployment Allocation 295 355 435 445 10
6175 Benefits/Flex Plan 38,785 59,285 62,360 65,685 3,325
6180 Deferred Comp/Employer Paid 2,005 3,985 3,775 3,775 -
PERSONNEL SUBTOTAL 383,070 514,220 545,845 552,640 6,795
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Cost
1035611000 6230 $1,200
6235 $4,620
6240 $1,000
6399 $20,000
6405 $5,000
6493 $500
6509 $350
6530 $1,000
6539 $1,000
6835 $750
6845 $1,000
Mileage Reimbursement - To reimburse Planning staff for inspections, recordation, and other work-related
vehicular trips.
Professional Services - Remainder of professional services contract necessary to complete the Housing
Element update
Commission Meetings Expense - Funds Commissioner stipends and miscellaneous meeting expenses
Printing, Binding & Duplicating - Forms, maps, business cards, etc.
Publications - County Assessor maps, ULI publications, American Planning Journals
Outside Services & Repairs - Iron Mountain file storage
Maintenance & Repair/Equipment - Repairs for equipment such as copier
Maintenance/Office Furniture & Equipment - Repair or replace non-functional office furniture
Office Supplies - Binders, paper, tabs, toner, etc.
Dues & Subscriptions - American Planning Association, Urban Land Institute, Champlain Planning Press
Meetings & Conferences - Attendance at the meetings and conferences for National and Cal Chapter APA,
and potential professional seminars.
ECONOMIC AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT - PLANNING
ACTIVITY DETAIL
Account Number Description
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BUDGET UNIT:1035611000 ECONOMIC AND COMMUNITY DEV - PLANNING
DESCRIPTION ACTUAL ACTUAL REVISED ADOPTED
Acct. #07-08 08-09 09-10 10-11 VARIANCE
OPERATIONS
6230 Dues & Subscriptions - 1,070 1,850 1,200 (650)
6235 Meetings & Conferences 4,550 4,200 6,800 4,620 (2,180)
6240 Mileage Reimbursement 15 585 1,200 1,000 (200)
6301 Legal Fees - 3,825 - - -
6399 Professional Services/Other 56,205 10,950 70,000 20,000 (50,000)
6405 Commission Meetings Expense 3,885 4,150 5,000 5,000 -
6493 Outside Services & Repairs 34,145 750 1,000 500 (500)
6509 Publications/Other 85 760 500 350 (150)
6518 Postage 15 95 300 300 -
6521 Messenger Service 25 - 150 150 -
6530 Office Supplies 1,410 2,075 1,500 1,000 (500)
6539 Printing, Binding & Duplicating 2,470 3,900 2,500 1,000 (1,500)
6540 Digitized Records 2,300 950 2,300 - (2,300)
6551 Fuel and Oil 140 - - - -
6563 Supplies/Special - 65 - - -
6601 Advertising Expense 2,575 1,700 2,500 2,500 -
6835 Maint & Repair/Equipment 295 390 900 750 (150)
6845 Maint/Office Furniture & Equip 995 1,385 1,500 1,000 (500)
6915 Utilities/Telephone 455 215 400 400 -
7080 Refund - 13,505 15,000 - (15,000)
OPERATIONS SUBTOTAL 109,565 50,570 113,400 39,770 (73,630)
GENERAL FUND TOTAL: 492,635 564,790 659,245 592,410 (66,835)
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ECONOMIC AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
BUILDING DIVISION
PROGRAM COMMENTARY
PROGRAM DESCRIPTION:
The Building Division is responsible for ensuring the public health, safety, and welfare in all private construction activities in the community.
The Division reviews all building permit applications for proper licensure under the California Contractors Licensing Law and local
ordinances, reviews all construction plans for compliance with state and local building regulations/standards, and provides building
inspections of all permitted work under construction until completion. All personnel, operational costs, and administrative support costs are
paid for under a “fee for service” structure with funds deposited to the City General Fund. The Division strives to provide professional,
courteous and efficient customer service and assistance to the public and other Division personnel. Division personnel are encouraged to
spend additional time with “Do it yourself” homeowners and business owners attempting construction projects or improvements without a
contractor. Additional time is also encouraged to explain changing code requirements to Licensed Contractors who are often unaware of new
or changing state requirements for construction.
STRATEGIC GOALS:
• Ensure staff obtains the necessary training and education for the implementation and enforcement of the new 2010 California
Building Codes.
• Continue updates to the Building Division web page to include new 2010 Building Code requirements.
• Revise Building Division forms and handouts to reflect new 2010 Building Codes.
• Continue with the in-house training program designed to inform Building Division personnel of changes in state laws affecting the
California Building Codes, review correct application and interpretation of existing codes, and ensure uniform enforcement of all
codes.
FY 10-11 PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS:
• Work with other departments and divisions to achieve goals established by the City Council and City Manager. The Building Division
is an important component in the execution and completion of all construction projects, including redevelopment projects. The
Building Division will strive to facilitate the construction process from ground breaking through the issuance of a Certificate of
Occupancy in an expeditious manner.
• Provide professional, courteous and efficient customer service at the public counter, in the field and on the telephone.
• Review all permit applications, plans and documents for completeness prior to plan check submittal.
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• Provide professional, courteous and efficient plan review and building inspection services for all residential and commercial projects
throughout the City.
• Verify all conditions of approval are complete and all required clearances are obtained prior to building permit issuance.
• Provide Division representation at all pre-project and development review meetings.
• Continue to work in unison with other City departments and divisions to achieve desired City of Azusa goals.
• Remain active in professional organizations related to Building Code enforcement, including California Building Officials, International
Code Council, and International Association of Electrical Inspectors.
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Budget Division: ECONOMIC AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT - BUILDING
FY 09-10 FY 10-11 FY 09-10 FY 10-11 FY 09-10 FY 10-11 FY 09-10 FY 10-11
Revised Adopted Revised Adopted Revised Adopted Revised Adopted
Position Title Allocation Allocation Salary Salary Position Title Hours Hours Wages Wages
Building Official 1.00 1.00 $101,555 $101,555
Building Inspector 2.00 2.00 149,070 149,070
Building Technician 1.00 1.00 60,775 60,775
TOTAL 4.00 4.00 $311,400 $311,400 TOTAL 0 0 $0 $0
Full Time Positions Part Time Positions
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BUDGET UNIT:1035620000 ECONOMIC AND COMMUNITY DEV - BUILDING
DESCRIPTION ACTUAL ACTUAL REVISED ADOPTED
Acct. #07-08 08-09 09-10 10-11 VARIANCE
PERSONNEL
6003 Salaries/Regular 257,150 261,710 311,400 311,400 -
6012 Salaries/Comp-Time 8,500 7,585 - - -
6015 Salaries/Vacation 12,445 14,270 - - -
6024 Salaries/Sick Leave 10,610 17,875 - - -
6027 Salaries/Bereavement - 665 - - -
6033 Overtime Pay/Premium 2,920 360 3,000 3,000 -
6063 Salaries/Jury Duty 565 345 - - -
6101 PERS/Employee Contribution 20,345 21,270 21,915 21,915 -
6105 PERS/Employer Contribution 36,285 36,470 36,595 36,160 (435)
6109 PARS/Employer Contribution 1,400 5,475 6,510 6,510 -
6125 FICA/Employer Contrib/Med 4,740 4,965 5,395 5,435 40
6140 Life Insurance Allocation 1,075 965 875 830 (45)
6155 Workers' Comp Allocation 11,650 12,170 12,530 12,570 40
6160 LTD Insurance Allocation 3,010 2,655 2,425 2,425 -
6165 Unemployment Allocation 305 325 370 375 5
6175 Benefits/Flex Plan 51,035 54,325 57,080 60,220 3,140
6180 Deferred Comp/Employer Paid 2,700 3,360 3,420 3,420 -
PERSONNEL SUBTOTAL 424,735 444,790 461,515 464,260 2,745
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Cost
1035620000 6220 $3,300
6230 $690
6235 $1,500
6435 $50,000
6493 $5,500
6509 $3,600
6572 $500
Plan Checking - This account covers the costs of outside plan checking services. Currently there are two
consultants used by the Building Division-Melad & Associates, and Willdan.
Publications - With the adoption of the new 2010 California Building Codes, the Building Division must purchace
three complete sets of new code books, training maunals etc. for the office and 2 sets of code books for field use.
Increase budget to cover cost of new publications.
Outside Services & Repairs - This account funds the Iron Mountain file and plan storage and retrievals, and the
Building Division's share of maintenance costs for copiers and fax equipment.
Office Furniture & Equipment - A budget of $500 has been maintained for minor replacements and/or repair or
furniture.
ECONOMIC AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT - BUILDING
ACTIVITY DETAIL
Account Number Description
Training Schools - State mandated training for Building Inspectors and Building Official, and costs for certificate
maintenance. Increase budget to provide nessesary training for new 2010 California Building Codes which
become effective on 1/01/2011.
Meetings & Conferences - International Code Council annual conference. This annual conference includes the
Annual Business meeting, final code development hearings and a variety of education programs.
Dues and Subscriptions -This account covers costs of membership dues for the Int'l Assoc. of Plumbing and
Mechanical Officers (IAPMO), the International Code Council (ICC), Calif. Building Officials (CALBO), and the
Int'l. Assoc. of Electrical Inspectors.
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BUDGET UNIT:1035620000 ECONOMIC AND COMMUNITY DEV - BUILDING
DESCRIPTION ACTUAL ACTUAL REVISED ADOPTED
Acct. #07-08 08-09 09-10 10-11 VARIANCE
OPERATIONS
6201 Uniforms & Laundry 570 540 900 900 -
6220 Training Schools 3,110 1,695 3,000 3,300 300
6230 Dues & Subscriptions 455 825 690 690 -
6235 Meetings & Conferences 1,445 - 1,500 1,500 -
6240 Mileage Reimbursement - 345 - - -
6435 Plan Checking 133,280 95,265 50,000 50,000 -
6493 Outside Services & Repairs 5,415 5,455 5,000 5,500 500
6509 Publications/Other 3,340 1,275 2,200 3,600 1,400
6521 Messenger Service 35 - - - -
6530 Office Supplies 750 770 1,100 1,100 -
6539 Printing, Binding & Duplicating 390 790 1,500 1,500 -
6551 Fuel and Oil 3,390 2,490 3,300 3,300 -
6569 Small Equipment 1,090 785 1,850 1,350 (500)
6572 Office Furniture & Equipment 1,920 - 500 500 -
6825 Maint & Repair / Vehicle 155 80 1,500 1,500 -
6915 Utilities/Telephone 1,190 1,425 1,500 1,500 -
7080 Refund - 920 200 - (200)
OPERATIONS SUBTOTAL 156,535 112,660 74,740 76,240 1,500
GENERAL FUND TOTAL: 581,270 557,450 536,255 540,500 4,245
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ECONOMIC AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
COMMUNITY IMPROVEMENT DIVISION
PROGRAM COMMENTARY
PROGRAM DESCRIPTION:
The Community Improvement Division conducted approximately 281 inspections and reports under the “Real Property Records Report
Ordinance” annually. The Division is also responsible for conducting annual inspections under the “Rental Inspection Ordinance” that deals with
ongoing maintenance of approximately 5,696 rental units in the community, and collects registration and inspection fees under the program.
The Division also handled approximately 780 reactive and proactive complaints last year pertaining to real property land uses, property
maintenance, non-permitted construction, National Pollution Discharge Elimination System violations, and other municipal code violations. The
Division issued 669 administrative fines and processed 1,129 administrative fines that had been issued by Community Improvement, Azusa
Police Department, Building Division, and San Gabriel Valley Humane. Field inspectors removed over 533 illegally posted signs and have
conducted field stops of 80 illegal vendors. The Division conducted 33 Public Nuisance hearings, issued 31 Stop Work orders and discovered
52 illegal garage conversions. The Division also oversaw the removal of 11,314 shopping carts from the public right away. The Division strives
to provide professional, courteous and efficient customer service and assistance to the public and other Department personnel. In addition, staff
is also encouraged to explain relevant ordinances, methods of corrections and changes to code requirements to property owners and business
owners who are sometimes unaware of code violations and changes to ordinances.
STRATEGIC GOALS:
• Implement a Code Compliance program that reduces visible blight and unsafe living conditions by eliminating 2,500 code violations
throughout the City.
• Inspect a minimum of 500 single and multi-family rental properties.
• Continue to update the Community Improvement web page so it provides a broader scope of services and information regarding the
division activities, along with a variety of links and forms.
• Update Community Improvement materials and informational brochures to better assist and serve property owners, tenants and the
community.
• Continue to respond to complaints within 24 hours or to a maximum of 48 hours depending on the severity of complaint.
• Continue organized professional training for Division Staff.
• Continue ongoing and interactive training of Field Staff with an emphasis on quality customer service and educating the public.
• Continue to update the Division’s Policy and Procedure manual.
• Continue with implementation and integration of the new HDL - Code Enforcement software.
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FY 10-11 PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS:
• Community Improvement Inspector-CDBG (Community Development Block Grants) will continue inspecting the targeted low-to-moderate
income areas in the community. The CDBG inspector will also work on the Rental Inspection Program, Real Property Records Inspections
and respond to complaints within the low-to-moderate income areas.
• The full time Community Improvement Inspector will focus on the Rental Inspection Program, Real Property Records Report and complaints
within all other areas of the City.
• Work with other departments and divisions to achieve goals established by the City Council and City Manager.
• Provide professional, courteous and efficient customer service at the public counter, in the field and on the telephone.
• Remain active in professional organizations related to Code Enforcement, including California Association of Code Enforcement Officers,
Community Officers Resource Exchange, and American Association of Code Enforcement.
• Implementation and integration of the new HDL - Code Enforcement software.
• Community Improvement Supervisor and Inspectors all earned the Certified Code Enforcement Officers certificate from the California
Association of Code Enforcement Officers.
• Designed and created three informational brochures to better assist and serve property owners, tenants and the community. The brochures
are titled as follows: 12 Ways to improve your Neighborhood, Top 25 Code Enforcement Violations and Top 25 Code Enforcement
Violations for Residential Rental Properties.
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Budget Division: ECONOMIC AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT - COMMUNITY IMPROVEMENT
FY 09-10 FY 10-11 FY 09-10 FY 10-11 FY 09-10 FY 10-11 FY 09-10 FY 10-11
Revised Adopted Revised Adopted Revised Adopted Revised Adopted
Position Title Allocation Allocation Salary Salary Position Title Hours Hours Wages Wages
Community Improvement Supervisor 1.00 1.00 $73,435 $73,435
Community Improvement Inspector 1.00 1.00 55,195 57,820
Development Services Assistant 2.00 2.00 121,550 121,550
TOTAL 4.00 4.00 $250,180 $252,805 TOTAL 0 0 $0 $0
Full Time Positions Part Time Positions
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BUDGET UNIT:1035643000 ECON & COMM DEV - COMM IMPROVEMENT
DESCRIPTION ACTUAL ACTUAL REVISED ADOPTED
Acct. #07-08 08-09 09-10 10-11 VARIANCE
PERSONNEL
6003 Salaries/Regular 190,800 206,925 250,180 252,805 2,625
6012 Salaries/Comp-Time 2,980 7,450 - - -
6015 Salaries/Vacation 12,765 14,085 - - -
6024 Salaries/Sick Leave 10,680 9,495 - - -
6027 Salaries/Bereavement - 870 - - -
6033 Overtime Pay/Premium 355 - - - -
6063 Salaries/Jury Duty - 245 - - -
6101 PERS/Employee Contribution 15,300 16,830 17,855 17,815 (40)
6105 PERS/Employer Contribution 27,280 28,850 29,780 29,385 (395)
6125 FICA/Employer Contrib/Med 3,620 3,855 4,510 4,540 30
6133 Retiree Health Premium Reimb 1,420 1,845 1,175 2,605 1,430
6140 Life Insurance Allocation 810 765 710 670 (40)
6155 Workers' Comp Allocation 8,700 9,560 10,110 10,110 -
6160 LTD Insurance Allocation 2,255 2,100 1,975 1,970 (5)
6165 Unemployment Allocation 225 255 310 315 5
6175 Benefits/Flex Plan 50,655 54,120 58,035 60,220 2,185
6180 Deferred Comp/Employer Paid 2,160 2,160 2,195 2,160 (35)
PERSONNEL SUBTOTAL 330,005 359,410 376,835 382,595 5,760
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Cost
1035643000 6201 $630
6215 $1,500
6230 $300
6235 $980
6301 $10,000
6485 $20,000
6493 $21,500
6518 $12,000
6530 $2,500
6551 $4,000
ECONOMIC AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT - COMMUNITY IMPROVEMENT
ACTIVITY DETAIL
Account Number Description
Meetings & Conferences - Univ. of Calif. Code Enforcement seminars, Calif. Assoc. of Code Enforcement Certificate
training, Annual Seminar, and continuing education training is budgeted to give formal training to existing staff members.
Public Nuisance Abatement - Reflects ongoing public nuisance abatement and assistance with hardship cases
regarding blight, health and safety concerns, and the increased number of foreclosed/vacant housing throughout the
community. This budget has been increased by $5,000 to reflect Community Improvement's increased field activities.
Outside Services & Repairs - Increased by $1,150 to fund additional hours for public nuisance hearing officer, Data
Quick on-line service, and the increase cost of the Shopping Cart Retrieval Program.
Uniforms - For purchase of uniform shirts and boots for field personnel as allowed by the employees' MOU.
Legal Fees - Public nuisance activity requiring legal services, consultations and current legal service for ongoing cases
has been reduced by $5,000 to reflect current usage.
Tuition Reimbursement - As allowed by the employees' MOU, one staff member plans on attending college courses
that will advance job-related skills.
Dues & Subscriptions - Staff memberships in the California Association of Code Enforcement Officers and the America
Association of Code Enforcement.
Fuel and Oil - Fuel costs
Postage - Increased by $7,000 to fund Notice of Administrative penalties and public nuisance abatement mailings
resulting from field activities of Community Improvement, Azusa Police Department, and SGV Humane, along with the
increased cost of postage.
Office Supplies - Binders, paper, tabs, toner, etc.
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BUDGET UNIT:1035643000 ECON & COMM DEV - COMM IMPROVEMENT
DESCRIPTION ACTUAL ACTUAL REVISED ADOPTED
Acct. #07-08 08-09 09-10 10-11 VARIANCE
OPERATIONS
6201 Uniforms & Laundry 415 670 630 630 -
6215 Tuition Reimbursement 1,070 - 1,000 1,500 500
6220 Training School - 155 - - -
6230 Dues & Subscriptions 150 300 300 300 -
6235 Meetings & Conferences 770 865 2,830 980 (1,850)
6301 Legal Fees 12,240 15,460 16,770 10,000 (6,770)
6485 Public Nuisance Abatement 25,245 18,540 18,650 20,000 1,350
6493 Outside Services & Repairs 15,865 21,645 20,350 21,500 1,150
6509 Publications/Other 670 20 100 100 -
6518 Postage 380 1,400 5,000 12,000 7,000
6524 Photo Film & Processing 125 - 100 - (100)
6530 Office Supplies 2,320 2,635 3,180 2,500 (680)
6539 Printing, Binding & Duplicating 230 410 400 400 -
6551 Fuel and Oil 2,620 3,145 5,000 4,000 (1,000)
6563 Supplies/Special 130 200 300 300 -
6569 Small Equipment 910 2,930 2,000 2,000 -
6825 Maint & Repair / Vehicle 235 230 2,500 2,500 -
6915 Utilities/Telephone 1,480 1,130 2,160 2,160 -
7080 Refund - 2,045 2,500 2,500 -
OPERATIONS SUBTOTAL 64,855 71,780 83,770 83,370 (400)
GENERAL FUND TOTAL: 394,860 431,190 460,605 465,965 5,360
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ECONOMIC AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT (CDBG) DIVISION
PROGRAM COMMENTARY
PROGRAM DESCRIPTION:
The primary objective of the CDBG program is the development of viable urban communities by providing decent housing and a suitable living
environment, and expanding economic opportunities, principally for persons of low- and-moderate income. CDBG-eligible activities must
address at least one of the following national objectives:
• The activity must benefit low and moderate income persons;
• The activity must aid in the prevention or elimination of slums or urban blight; or
• The activity must meet an urgent need posing a threat to health and welfare.
This Division, which is overseen and administered by the Redevelopment Division, provides federal grants for new and continuing programs
approved annually by City Council and serving the low income resident community.
STRATEGIC GOALS:
• Implement public service and housing programs benefiting low-to-moderate income Azusa homeowners, youths, and senior residents.
• Implement capital improvement projects benefiting low-to-moderate income Azusa residents.
FY 10-11 PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS:
On January 5, 2010, City Council approved the following programs for FY 10-11:
• CDBG Program Administration: $56,050
• Slauson Park Picnic Shelters: $57,300 (See CIP)
• Alosta Avenue Pedestrian Bridges: $125,000 (See CIP)
• Single Family Housing Rehabilitation Program: $216,00
• Code Enforcement Program: $89,315
• After School Program: $55,470
• Homework House: $10,000
• Sr. Nutrition Site Manager: $15,000
• Sr. Referral & Case Management: $10,000
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Budget Division: ECONOMIC AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT - CDBG
FY 09-10 FY 10-11 FY 09-10 FY 10-11 FY 09-10 FY 10-11 FY 09-10 FY 10-11
Revised Adopted Revised Adopted Revised Adopted Revised Adopted
Position Title Allocation Allocation Salary Salary Position Title Hours Hours Wages Wages
Senior Accountant(a)0.475 0.50 $41,165 $38,060 Site Manager 976 795 $15,060 $12,035
Community Improvement Inspector 1.00 1.00 55,090 57,710 Recreation Staff 3,923 3,692 47,165 50,715
(a) FY 09/10: .525 FTE RDA Admin; FY 10/11: .50 FTE RDA Admin
TOTAL 1.475 1.50 $96,255 $95,770 TOTAL 4,898 4,487 $62,225 $62,750
Full Time Positions Part Time Positions
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BUDGET UNIT:1835910000 COMMUNITY DEV - CDBG
DESCRIPTION ACTUAL ACTUAL REVISED ADOPTED
Acct. #07-08 08-09 09-10 10-11 VARIANCE
PERSONNEL
6003 Salaries/Regular 86,450 65,975 96,255 95,770 (485)
6006 Salaries/Temp & Part Time 63,100 58,290 62,225 62,750 525
6012 Salaries/Comp-Time 980 1,810 - - -
6015 Salaries/Vacation 225 1,735 - - -
6024 Salaries/Sick Leave 1,445 2,160 - - -
6048 Salaries/Language Pay 95 - - - -
6101 PERS/Employee Contribution 8,500 7,825 7,620 7,635 15
6105 PERS/Employer Contribution 15,130 13,510 12,680 12,555 (125)
6109 PARS/Employer 1,305 780 1,745 1,900 155
6125 FICA/Employer Contrib/Med 2,395 2,120 2,530 2,645 115
6140 Life Insurance Allocation 340 250 260 260 -
6155 Workers' Comp Allocation 6,225 5,240 6,165 6,335 170
6160 LTD Insurance Allocation 930 685 720 745 25
6165 Unemployment Allocation 150 130 175 180 5
6175 Benefits/Flex Plan 19,320 17,240 20,090 22,585 2,495
6180 Deferred Comp/Employer Paid 825 690 760 830 70
6199 Benefits/Other - - 1,380 - (1,380)
PERSONNEL SUBTOTAL 207,415 178,440 212,605 214,190 1,585
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Cost
1835910000 6000-6199 $214,190
6345 $36,000
6493 $20,000
6625 $1,635
6650 $180,000
ECONOMIC AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT - COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT (CDBG)
ACTIVITY DETAIL
Account Number Description
Outside Services & Repairs - Funds CDBG-approved programs as follows: D96034 Sr. Referral & Case
Management $10,000, and D00032 Homework House $10,000.
Program Expense - $1,000 for CDBG workshops, mileage, and program supplies used in D96036
Administration program; and $1,500 for Code Enforcement D60862 supplies, equipment and training.
Salaries & Benefits - Funding approved for salaries & benefits by project as follows: D96036 Administration
$56,050; D96037 After School Program $55,470; D60434 Sr. Nutrition Site Mgr. $15,000; and D60862 Code
Enforcement Program $87,670.
Rehabilitation Costs - Funding approved for approximately 22 single housing rehabilitation grants up to $9,000
each.
Program Consultants - Funding of consultant services for the Single Family Housing Rehabilitation Program.
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BUDGET UNIT:1835910000 COMMUNITY DEV - CDBG
DESCRIPTION ACTUAL ACTUAL REVISED ADOPTED
Acct. #07-08 08-09 09-10 10-11 VARIANCE
OPERATIONS
6345 Program Consultants - - 40,000 36,000 (4,000)
6493 Outside Services & Repairs 20,000 20,000 20,000 20,000 -
6625 Program Expense 910 14,545 2,500 1,635 (865)
6650 Rehabilitation Costs 71,260 - 197,810 180,000 (17,810)
7001 Interest Expense 23,835 8,015 - - -
7005 Principal Payments 270,000 275,000 - - -
7099 Miscellaneous 185,000 70,000 - - -
OPERATIONS SUBTOTAL 571,005 387,560 260,310 237,635 (22,675)
CDBG FUND TOTAL: 778,420 566,000 472,915 451,825 (21,090)
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