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Zuniga, Diana From: Diane Strickler < Sent: Tuesday, July 01, 2025 3:25 PM To: eComment Subject: Strong Support for Item 32- June 1, 2025 Meeting Attention: This email originated from outside of City of Santa Ana.Use caution when opening attachments or links. Dear Santa Ana City Council, I am writing to express my strong support for Item 32. This ordinance would require all law enforcement officers in Santa Ana to display visible identification, including a name or badge number, and would ban the use of masks during interactions with the public. It also affirms the city's support for SIB 627 and SIB 805, two important state bills with similar goals. This proposal is about public safety, accountability, and rebuilding trust. Residents in Santa Ana have experienced serious harm from people impersonating law enforcement, including I C E agents and bounty hunters.These individuals often operate without uniforms or visible identification and in many cases they have unlawfully detained and physically assaulted people in our community.This is dangerous and unacceptable. Although California law currently requires officers to identify themselves when asked,that is not enough. Officers should wear visible identification at all times when interacting with the public. People should not have to guess who is a real officer or be forced to ask in tense or intimidating situations. Item 32 is not about targeting police. It is about protecting the public,the people,we,the Santaneros. It helps prevent impersonation, increases transparency, and ensures that anyone acting under the authority of law is clearly accountable to the people. Supporting SIB 627 and SIB 805 at the state level shows that Santa Ana is committed to leading on this issue. This ordinance must also include clear enforcement. Rules mean nothing without accountability. We need to make sure that these requirements are followed and that violations are addressed with real consequences. I urge you to vote YES on Item 32 and stand with the community. Although many of you have gone against the will of the people and forced more surveillance on us,this can be your opportunity to turn things around.The community is paying attention. We will remember the path every single council member chooses. And if you vote against us,we will not forget it. We will vote you out. As a reminder,there are true public servants who lead with integrity and courage. Leaders like Zohran Mamdani are proof that elected officials can stand with the people and stay true to their word.That is the kind of leadership we expect and demand. Your fellow constituent, Diane Cuevas Ward 2 1