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Expressed that it is not enough and shared the struggles the businesses are faced with. Asked council to urge OCTA to help the businesses. Juan Romo thanked council and city staff. Noted that the economic stimulus received is not enough. Asked council to request OCTA to provide further aide. Ana Laura Padilla an owner in downtown Santa Ana thanked Mayor Sarmiento for his assistance. Emphasized the need for OCTA to provide economic stimulus. Spoke on the street closures and pictures she submitted. Thanked city for the economic support however it is not sufficient to cover the losses since the OC Streetcar began. Asked council to consider the amended proposed guidelines and to provide further assistance. Council discussion ensued and provided input to OCTA representatives. Mayor Pro Tem Bacerra spoke on the unsecured barricades. Asked OCTA representatives for more oversight on signs and assure that safety guidelines are met for community and businesses. Noted that the financial assistance provided thus far is not enough. Requested OTCA to assist and respond. Councilmember Hernandez expressed concern with fencing and the safety hazards. Requested from OCTA representatives areas to be fenced along with banners marketing surrounding businesses. Asked OCTA to match the $1.5 million. Jim Beil Executive Director of Capital Programs at OCTA noted that staff is looking into parameters to see if they can match or provide financial assistance to affected businesses. Councilmember Hernandez expressed an openness to support the amended guidelines. Councilmember Phan expressed concern on pending OCTA lawsuit and impact on timeline. Expressed concern with the temporary bridge that goes over Fourth Street. Asked OCTA and staff speak with utility providers and offer reduced rates during construction phase to affected businesses. Councilmember Lopez requested a clean and safe working environments, signage, and security. Demands that staff work with OCTA representatives to move the staging area away from the NOVA Academy. Requested an update on the litigation. Asked staff to compile a list of business and spotlight them and share their information on social media. Councilmember Mendoza concurred with her colleagues. Spoke on the use of social media to assist in promoting the businesses. Councilmember Pena/oza concurred with his colleagues. Mayor Sarmiento thanked city staff, OCTA representatives and merchants that came tonight. City Council 5 3/15/2022