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Chair Sarmiento stated that because the Committee meets quarterly, it's important we really focus on key issues. Marijuana — Attorney Session uncertainty for states like California who has legalized marijuana. Amendment to appropriation bills that says federal funds cannot be used to prosecute legal marijuana establishments. An effort to legalize marijuana generally and language being looked at. Immigration — Chair Sarmiento funds that we could potential lose because of our sanctuary city status. We are on a list of target cities. No funds for COPS grant but UASI funds received. Local cities should have a seat at the table to decide how funds are allocated. MPT stated she would like to see a monthly report giving updates on legislation and our top priorities, did they pass or not, going into next session. Also, receive a list of grants that are available at the Federal and State level. She asked if we directed City Attorney to put a memo together find Elected Officials were arrested because we are a sanctuary city, and would the City cover the legal expenses. She mentioned we've never had a citizenship ceremony in the City, could we have that. What are the requirements, how much does it cost? Homelessness - What are ways of laws & funding that could mitigate homelessness, what are ways that we can work better with the State/County officials to establish pilot programs and identify ways to receive additional funds for drug and mental pilot programs? Funds go to State and County, doesn't go to local level — how can we receive funding to provide housing for homeless individuals. Innovation - Cyber Security — need to obtain additional funds at local level. Could we use UASI funds to help with Cyber Security measures? Not much funding is dedicated to this issue. We need fiber network funds to bridge the digital divide. Would be nice to have a Smart Streetcar. The OC Streetcar does not have funding to provide WiFI on the Streetcar. Chair Sarmiento reiterated the monthly report address the key issues of the Committee. He would also like information on Opportunity Zones included. Vice -Chair mentioned first time buyer program and related legislation, look at the lending criteria and how we can work to promote homeownership locally. State Legislative Update from Townsend Public Affairs Casey Elliott stated they provide monthly reports in the fashion requested by Chair Sarmiento and Vice -Chair Michele Martinez. Opportunity Zones - Casey Elliott spoke about GoBiz. GoBiz recommends City should send them a letter with relevant data and criteria indicating the City is interested in the opportunity zones and has a district that would qualify for Opportunity Zones. Sexual Harassment - Legislation that is coming up that relates to Sexual Harassment in the workplace that will affect government and local elected officials. Elected Officials could be personally liable for costs employers encumber related to Sexual Harassment. Bills have not moved through legislation yet. Special Meeting - Legislative Affairs, Ethics and Transparency Council Committee Minutes January 31, 2018 Page 3