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Planning Commission Action Recommended approval of amendments to the development agreement • Modified Section 5.9 (Historic Structures on the Property) to include Orange County Educational Arts Academy to construction notification list The Mayor opened the Public Hearing at 7:25 p.m. The following spoke on the matter: • Hector Madrigal, member of UUNA Local 652 union and Santa Ana resident, supports item as proposed. • Mickey Totten, member of IUOE Local 12, encouraged Council to waive 50% lease requirement (as included in proposed Disposition and Development Agreement) and allow construction to begin. • Alfred Martinez, 3`d generation City resident and representative of the Cement Masons Local 500; opined that project would improve local economy. • Armando Esparza, Santa Ana resident and 2"d generation union worker, supports project. • Sylvia Salenius, stated project would change historic area of City; increase traffic congestion; impact three surrounding schools and neighborhoods; urged Council to keep DDA as is; supports letter by Historic French Park Association (submitted by Jeffrey Dickman). • Connie Major, opined that current DDA protects residents; believes sufficient office vacancies exist throughout the City without having to build large building; Historic Registry suggests that more cost efficient to renovate/restore existing buildings than to build new; Referendum Election 5 years ago - approved in good faith and trust. • Jose Meza, member of Local 652, requested Council adopt project, would bring jobs to the community and revitalize City. • Timothy Morgan, Santa Ana resident and member of Local 636; project would bring jobs and revitalization to the center of the County. • Alfred G. Rodriguez, supports project. • Doug Mangione, represents IBEW 441 with over 2,200 members, supports amendments to One Broadway Plaza - symbol of hope and progress in the City. • Wyatt Ashley, member of Local 433, supports project. • Gil Marrero, active member of community and resident; supports project - will attract new businesses; amendments deemed necessary in light of the economy. • Ben Wells, echoed sentiments expressed earlier; Santa Ana resident; loves City and progress. • Glen Nolte, business manager of Plumbers and Steamfitters Local 582; union institution with over 900 members and 25% unemployment rate; supports actions being considered. • Russ Nicholson, member of Local 200; project would allow workers new opportunities. CITY COUNCIL MINUTES 12 JULY 19, 2010