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COUNCIL COMMENTS <br />MINUTES: Councilmember Bacerra spoke regarding police accountability, the George <br />Floyd murder case verdict, Santa Ana High School and MaterDei High School's <br />undefeated football season and Earth Day. <br />Councilmember Hernandez spoke regarding Autism Awareness Day, recent attacks <br />towards street vendors, expressed condolences to the families of Adam Toledo and Dante <br />Wright. <br />Councilmember Lopez provided updates on free dental screenings, upcoming newsletter, <br />expressed her condolences to George Floyd's family, and extended her support to anyone <br />who needs assistance. <br />Councilmember Mendoza spoke regarding a false rumor regarding the City's water, as a <br />representative of the Orange County Citizen Advocacy Committee announced that they <br />are advocating for more senior citizen aimed bills, and lastly, expressed the privilege of <br />working together with many stakeholders to assist the underprivileged. <br />Councilmember Phan spoke regarding the verdict George Floyd murder case trial <br />verdict, accountability, Denim Day, and water conservation. <br />Mayor Pro Tem Penaloza spoke regarding the George Floyd murder case, accountability, <br />the importance in supporting businesses, Administrative Professional's Day and Denim <br />Day. <br />Mayor Sarmiento thanked executive assistants for their hard work, requested from staff to <br />bring back to council Oversight Commission recommendations, inquired about reinstating <br />the "Gun Buyback Program, " requested recommendations to limit access to those who <br />shouldn't have fire arms, and announced the "Libro Mobil" located in downtown will be <br />reopening soon. Lastly, asked staff to bring back to council recommendations for best use <br />of Federal and State funds, requested creation of an ad hoc committee based on <br />legislative matters and asked those on council who are interested in serving reach out to <br />him. <br />ADJOURNMENT —Adjourn the City Council meeting. <br />Future Items <br />1 . Carnegie Shelter Operator <br />2. Reasonable Accommodation and Group Homes Regulatory Update <br />MINUTES: Mayor Sarmiento recessed the Regular Open Session meeting at 7:58 p.m. and <br />reconvened to the Closed Session meeting to consider Closed Session Item 3. <br />Mayor Sarmiento recessed the Closed Session and reconvened to the Open Session meeting at <br />9:15 p.m. City Attorney Carvalho reported out and stated that Closed Session Item 3 is continued for <br />City Council 14 4/20/2021 <br />