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