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• Sean Mill, clarified that he does not have any financial interest or received monetary contribution from anyone in the City that would preclude him from serving on the Planning Commission; misinformation posted on the internet has been corrected. • George Mendoza, owner of Crazy Barbershop, noted cleanliness and security of downtown, important to continue to attract businesses to the downtown area. • Ellen Koldewey, requested periodic review of the City's Code of Ethics and Conduct and suggested formation of Committee to review Code. Also, asked Council to defer appointment of board/commission members to allow for open nomination period. (Councilmember Sarmiento requested that the Task Force convene to discuss Code of Ethics and Conduct.) • Ryan Chase, noted improvements in downtown over the past five years; change in shoppers have caused shift in vision to keep area competitive, relevant and progressive. • Dave Leon, co-owner of Yost Theater, supports Downtown Inc. and endeavors to keep downtown safe and clean. • Dennis Lluy, co-owner of Yost Theater, supports Downtown Inc. and marketing initiatives. • Alfonso Calderon, representing Taqueria Guadalajara, supports vision of Downtown Inc. • Irv Chase, read into the record written comments (entered into the record and attached hereto); support Downtown Inc. • David Hastie, owner of Memphis restaurant, spoke in support of PBID, services provided with funds to keep area safe and clean. • Jose Romo, supports PBID and efforts to improve marketing and promotion of events; organization offers workshops on various topics that help businesses. • Roy Alvarado, wished all a Happy New Year; asked for City vision. • James Kendrick, opined that vision is to have downtown Santa Ana be a destination point for people from all over the country. • Nathan Hittle, opined that Downtown Inc. has improved safety and cleanliness of area, offer trolley, palm tree lighting during holidays, attracted new businesses, and have close working relationships with the police department. • Kiy Samson, representing Starbucks, spoke on need for security after-hours and indicated that Downtown Inc. has been instrumental in giving such businesses a voice. Council members unanimously expressed support of the Downtown Inc. and asked Interim City Attorney to review legality of petition recently received requesting the disestablishment of PBID/CMFD. CONSENT CALENDAR MOTION: Approve Consent Calendar Items 10A through 39C with the following modifications: • Mayor Pro Tern Alvarez voted "No" on Item 19C; • Councilmember Sarmiento pulled Item 25J for separate discussion; CITY COUNCIL MINUTES 5 JANUARY 4, 2011 1 0A-5