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alerts nearby CPR - trained bystanders simultaneously with first responders. It directs citizens to the victim and the nearest external defibrillator. Both a message and map are provided. Chief Anderson furnishes two websites where you can get started. Committee members were grateful for the progress being made on the police body cameras as community oriented policing is valuable to the residents of Santa Ana. They believe the use of body cameras will aid in transparency while protecting both residents and police officers. The Committee members applauded the Police Department's handling of the regulatory safety permit process and enforcement which has helped to rid the city of illegal operatives. On Item #3 (Measure BB): Chairman Benavides made a request that staff continue to keep the Committee updated on the implementation of Measure BB at subsequent meetings; that staff consider feedback from the permitted MMD operators and from Council with regard to any modifications that may need to be considered to the approved ordinance. Both Committee members Benavides and Tinajero were impressed with the technology that can be uploaded onto your phone in the event of someone needing medical attention related to CPR. They conclude by thanking staff for their diligence and continued hard work on these items. ACTION ITEMS 1) On Item #3 (Measure BB): City Manager directs the City Attorney's Office to look into amending the Regulatory Safety Permit Ordinance as it relates to advertising medical marijuana dispensaries, particularly on billboards throughout the city. 2) On Item #4 (E- Cigarettes): Committee Member Tinajero recommends an amendment to the current Tobacco Ordinance to include e- cigarettes. City Manager asked the City Attorney if the amended Ordinance would have to go to City Council, and Sr. City Attorney Laura Rossini replies affirmatively. Chairman Benavides requests that City Council consider modifying the Tobacco Ordinance to include e- cigarettes. Chairman Benavides further requests staff look at what other cities are doing and bring the study back to City Council. 3) On Item #5 (Pulse Point): City Manager directs staff to put information on the Pulse Point app on the City's website. 4) Chairman Benavides asked to have an update on Fireworks: whether we change the ordinance or the process.