Item 05 - Minutes from the Regular Meeting of March 4, 2025

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7. Receive and File Boards and Commissions Biannual Attendance Report for July Through December 2024 Department(s): City Clerk's Office Recommended Action: 1. Receive and file Boards and Commissions Annual Attendance Report. 2. Provide other direction to staff, if/as needed. AGENDA ITEM NO. 8 WAS PULLED FOR SEPARATE DISCUSSION AND CONSIDERATION 8. Fiestas Del Mariachi Post-Event Summary and Analysis Department(s): Parks, Recreation, and Community Services Recommended Action: Receive and file. MINUTES: Councilmember Hernandez expressed concern regarding the Santa Ana Stadium and asked that the City Manager's Office and Parks and Recreation Agency collaborate and explore strategies to generate revenue and mitigate future losses. He recommended partnering with well-experienced organizations and high- profile figures, suggested partnering with profit-driven entities, and reaffirmed his support of stadium use. Mayor Amezcua asked for clarification regarding the rental fees of the stadium. City Manager Alvaro Nunez stated the stadium is rented out at$130,000 for permit and flooring. Mayor Amezcua expressed her support of Councilmember Hernandez's comments and the importance of collaborating with agencies who have the ability to cover fees for the use of the Santa Ana Stadium. Councilmember Penaloza expressed support of stadium usage and the importance of prioritizing investing in the stadium. Councilmember Lopez expressed support of revenue generation and partnerships with capable organizations, and voiced concern regarding revenue loss and its impact on taxpayers'dollars. Councilmember Bacerra requested that the City Manager evaluate revenue- generating options, investment costs, and the overall direction of the stadium while considering taxpayers'dollars. CITY COUNCIL 6 MARCH 4, 2025