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<br />SANTA ANA POLICE OFFICERS ASSOCIATION <br />1607 NORTH SYCAMORE SANTA ANA, CALIFORNIA 92701-3513 <br />\[714\] 836-1211 FAX \[714\] 836-6108 <br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> <br />May 5, 2026 <br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> <br />Dear Mayor Amezcua and Honorable City Council, <br />I am writing to express the support of the Santa Ana Police Officers Association for Item 28 on <br />the City Council agenda: the Ordinance Establishing Staffing and Operational Standards for <br />Self-Service Checkout Stations in Drug and Food Retail Establishments. <br />Since the introduction of self-checkout stations, gaps in their implementation have contributed <br />to an increase in shoplifting. This ordinance represents an important step in addressing <br />chronic retail theft and helping businesses reduce losses. Requiring adequate staffing at self- <br />checkout areas is a practical and effective measure to deter theft and discourage unlawful <br />behavior. <br />Our officers work around the clock to keep the city safe, but public safety is a shared <br />responsibility. This ordinance is one of many ways the community can partner with law <br />enforcement to maintain a safe environment. It sends a clear message that Santa Ana will not <br />tolerate retail theft. <br />We thank Mayor Amezcua for bringing this important measure forward and respectfully urge <br />the City Council to support public safety, local businesses, and the community by approving this <br />ordinance. <br /> <br />Sincerely, <br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> <br />SERGEANT JOHN KACHIRISKY <br />PRESIDENT <br />SANTA ANA POLICE OFFICERS ASSOCIATION <br /> <br />JK/mw <br /> <br />