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of the City Council
City of Santa Ana, California
November 15, 2022
CLOSED SESSION MEETING - 5:00 P.M.
REGULAR OPEN MEETING - 5:45 P.M.
(Immediately following the Closed Session Meeting)
CITY COUNCIL CHAMBER
22 Civic Center Plaza, Santa Ana, CA 92701
CLOSED SESSION
CALL TO ORDER
ATTENDANCE Council Members Johnathan Ryan Hernandez
Jessie Lopez
Nelida Mendoza
David Penaloza
Thai Viet Phan
Mayor Pro Tern Phil Bacerra
Mayor Vicente Sarmiento
City Manager Kristine Ridge
City Attorney Sonia R. Carvalho
Acting Clerk of the Norma Orozco
Council
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MINUTES: Councilmember Penaloza called the meeting to order at 5: 07 P.M.
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MINUTES: Acting Clerk of the Council Norma Orozco conducted Roll Call.
Councilmembers Lopez and Penaloza were present in person. Councilmember
Mendoza and Councilmember Phan attended via teleconference. Mayor Pro Tem
Bacerra joined the meeting at 5:24 P.M. and Mayor Sarmiento joined the meeting at
5: 41 P.M., both in person.
PUBLIC COMMENTS — Members of the public may address the City Council on
Closed Session items.
MINUTES: No public comments were received regarding Closed Session items.
RECESS — City Council will recess to Closed Session for the purpose of conducting
regular City business.
MINUTES: Councilmember Penaloza recessed to consider items on the Closed
Session Agenda at 5: 08 P.M.
CLOSED SESSION ITEMS — The Brown Act permits legislative bodies to discuss
certain matters without members of the public present. The City Council finds, based
on advice from the City Attorney, that discussion in open session of the following
matters will prejudice the position of the City in existing and anticipated litigation:
1. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL -EXISTING LITIGATION
pursuant to Paragraph (1) of subdivision (d) of Section 54956.9 of the
Government Code:
A. Lonerock, Inc. v. City of Santa Ana, Orange County Superior Court Case
No. 30- 2021-01211998-CU-BC-CJC
2. CONFERENCE WITH LABOR NEGOTIATOR pursuant to Government Code
Section 54957.6(a):
Agency Negotiators: Human Resources Executive Director, Jason
Motsick
Employee Organizations:
Santa Ana Police Officers Association (POA)
Santa Ana Police Management Association (PMA)
Service Employees' International Union (SEIU) Full -Time Employees
Service Employees' International Union (SEIU) Part -Time Non -Civil
Service Employees
S Confidential Association of Santa Ana
(CASA) Santa Ana Management
Association (SAMA)
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3. PUBLIC EMPLOYEE EMPLOYMENT/APPOINTMENT pursuant to
Government Code 54957
Title: Clerk of the Council, Acting Clerk of the Council, or Interim Clerk of the
Council
CLOSED SESSION REPORT — The City Attorney will report on any action(s) to be
taken at the Regular Open Session which will begin immediately following the Closed
Session.
RECONVENE — City Council will reconvene to continue regular City business.
CITY COUNCIL REGULAR OPEN SESSION
CALL TO ORDER
MINUTES: Mayor Sarmiento reconvened the City Council at 6:10 P.M.
ROLL CALL
MINUTES: Acting Clerk of the Council Norma Orozco conducted Roll Call.
Councilmembers Penaloza, Mayor Pro Tem Bacerra, Councilmember Phan (via
teleconference) and Mayor Sarmiento were present. Councilmember Lopez joined
the meeting at 6:13 P.M., Councilmember Hernandez joined the meeting at 6:20
P.M., and Councilmember Mendoza joined the meeting (via teleconference) at 6:24
P.M.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE Councilmember Penaloza
WORDS OF INSPIRATION
CEREMONIAL PRESENTATIONS
Pastor Danny De Leon Sr.
1. Proclamation presented by Mayor Sarmiento to the Guzman Family for their
Outstanding Contributions related to Advancing Equity in the Public Education
System in the U.S.
STAFF PRESENTATIONS
2. Homelessness Update
MINUTES: City Manager Kristine Ridge provided a brief presentation.
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CLOSED SESSION REPORT— The City Attorney will report on any action(s)from
Closed Session.
MINUTES: City Attorney Sonia Carvalho stated there was no reportable action.
PUBLIC COMMENT — Public comments will be held during the beginning of the
meeting for ALL comments on agenda and non -agenda items, except for public
hearings. Comments for public hearings will take place after the hearing is opened.
MINUTES: Blanca Arellanes spoke regarding the Downtown Santa Ana
Improvement District.
Maureen Sorkin spoke in opposition of the Downtown Santa Ana Improvement
District.
Bulmaro Vincente, Policy Director for Chispa, spoke on police oversight and in
support of repealing the Anti -Cruising Ordinance.
Joaquin Martinez, the owner of Elite Fitness, spoke on changes they would like to
see with the Downtown Santa Ana Business Improvement District.
Delilah Snell spoke on changes they would like to see to the Downtown Santa Ana
Business Improvement District.
Lexi Hernandez Climate Equity Organizer with Climate Action Campaign, spoke on
Item 12. She also spoke in support of Item 14 and Item 21 and commented on
reducing emissions and creating climate -resilient communities.
Josue Pineda spoke on Item 5 and Item 27 and the difference between street
racing, takeovers, and street cruising.
Nasario Bastida, President of Uniques Car Club, spoke on Item 27 and the
positive impact that his lowrider car club has had in the community and having to
travel to other counties and states in order to participate in cruising events.
Victor Longoria spoke in support of repealing the anti -cruising ordinance.
Junior Longoria spoke in support of repealing the anti -cruising ordnance.
Robert Ruiz spoke in support of repealing the anti -cruising ordinance and the
multi -generational impact the lowrider community has had on his family.
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Armando Nunez Aguilar spoke in support of repealing the anti -cruising ordinance
and provided comments about his 25 years in a car club.
Jorge Mendoza, President of Slick Slide Car Club, spoke of the lowrider community.
Marcela Prado spoke regarding the devastating past years the Fourth Street
merchants have had to endure as a result of the pandemic and the construction of
the streetcar. She also spoke in opposition of the Santa Ana Business Improvement
District.
Maria Perez, Fourth Street business owner, spoke in opposition of the Santa Ana
Business Improvement District.
Shawn Makhani spoke on various topics and the Santa Ana Business Improvement
District.
Maribel Gomez, Fourth Street business owner, spoke in opposition of the Santa
Ana Business Improvement District.
WalterAyala spoke in opposition of the Santa Ana Business Improvement District.
Lorraine Quinones, California Lowrider Alliance, spoke in support of repealing the
anti -cruising ordnance.
Vince Quinones spoke on Item 27 in support of repealing the anti -cruising
ordinance.
Victor Mendez spoke on changes they would like to see in the Police
Oversight Commission and spoke on the use of Revive Funds for the
Senior Citizens Committee.
Robert Rodriguez spoke on repealing the anti -cruising ordinance.
Saul Garcia spoke on Item 27 and the impact the automotive class has on the
students at Valley High School.
Raul Yanez, Downtown business owner and President of the Santa Ana Business
Council, spoke on keeping the Santa Ana Business Improvement District.
Tito Cano, President of Boulevard Knights, spoke on various topics and repealing
the anti -cruising ordinance.
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Mike Husain, business owner in downtown Santa Ana, spoke in favor of keeping the
Santa Ana Business Improvement District.
JC spoke on his pride for cruising and in support of repealing the anti -cruising
ordinance.
Jennifer Rojas, Policy Advocate and Organizer for the American Civil Liberties
Union of Southern California, spoke in support of Item 5.
Juliet Castro, business owner in Downtown Santa Ana, spoke in opposition of the
Santa Ana Business Improvement District.
George Rhineheart spoke on repealing the anti -cruising ordinance.
Ginette Sanchez spoke on canceling the Santa Ana Business Improvement District.
Ana Padilla, Fourth Street business owner, spoke on dissolving the Santa Ana
Business Improvement District.
Acting Clerk of the Council Norma Orozco reported the summary of the email
comments received: one (1) comment on Item 5, twelve (12) comments on Item
26, and three (3) comments on Item 27.
The following speakers addressed Council via teleconference:
Victor Payan spoke on dissolving the Santa Ana Business Improvement District.
Marisa Rosales, Vice President of the United Lowrider Coalition, spoke on the
Santa Ana Police report regarding the May 6 cruise night in National City.
Betty Santos spoke on repealing the anti -cruising ordinance.
Christiana Romero spoke on repealing the anti -cruising ordinance.
Francine Mata, Chair President of the Sacramento Lowrider Commission, spoke
on Item 27 and reasons she believes Council should repeal the anti -cruising
ordinance.
Flavio Weezer, Chair of the California Lowrider Alliance, spoke on repealing the
anti -cruising ordinance.
Jerry Thompson, Vice President of the Modesto Cruisers Council, spoke on
various topics and on repealing the anti -cruising ordinance.
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David Polanco, President of the United Lowrider Council of San Jose, spoke on
Item 27 and in support of repealing the anti -cruising ordinance.
Benjamin Vazquez spoke in support of the Police Oversight Commission, in
support of getting rid of the Downtown Santa Ana Business Improvement District,
and in support of repealing the anti -cruising ordinance.
Dan Escamilla spoke on various topics and on Item 5.
E: CONSENT CALENDAR
RECOMMENDED ACTION: Approve staff recommendations on the
following Consent Calendar Items: 3 through 25.
MINUTES: At staffs request, Item No. 14 was continued to the December 6, 2022
meeting.
Mayor Pro Tem Bacerra pulled Item Nos. 6, 8, and 19 and Councilmember Lopez
pulled Items 8, 12, and 17 for separate discussion and consideration.
Councilmember Phan recused herself from Item 17, as the listed party is a client
of her employer, Rutan & Tucker.
Moved by Mayor Pro Tern Bacerra, seconded by Councilmember Penaloza to
approve Consent Calendar Items 3 through 25 with the exception of Item
Nos. 6, 8, 12, 17, and 19.
YES: 7 — Councilmember Hernandez, — Councilmember Lopez, — Councilmember
Mendoza, — Councilmember Penaloza, — Councilmember Phan, — Mayor Pro Tern
Bacerra, — Mayor Sarmiento
NO: 0
ABSTAIN: 0
ABSENT: 0
Status: 7-0— 0-0— Pass
3. Excused Absences
Department(s): Clerk of the Council Office
Recommended Action: Excuse the absent members.
4. Minutes from the Regular Meeting of August 16, 2022
Department(s): Clerk of the Council Office
Recommended Action: Approve minutes.
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5. Adopt Ordinance No. NS-3029 —AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF SANTA ANA ADDING DIVISION 16 TO ARTICLE IV OF
CHAPTER 2 OF THE SANTA ANA MUNICIPAL CODE FOR THE
ESTABLISHMENT OF POLICE OVERSIGHT COMMISSION
First reading at the November 1, 2022 City Council meeting and approved by a
vote of 7-0.
Published in the Orange County Reporter on November 4, 2022.
Department(s): City Manager's Office
Recommended Action: Place ordinance on second reading and adopt.
6. Receive and File the Certification of Approval by City Engineer of Final Parcel
Map 2017-157 (200 E First American Way) (Applicant: Ki Ryu; Owner: Legado
at The Met, LLC)
Department(s): Public Works Agency
Recommended Action: Receive and file the certification of approval by City
Engineer of the final Parcel Map 2017-157.
MINUTES: Mayor Pro Tem Bacerra inquired about the reason for the delay in
the finalization of the parcel map since the original receipt of the tentative map.
Staff confirmed the final map had just been submitted in May 2022.
No further action taken.
7. Receive and File Quarterly Report of Investments as of September 30, 2022
Department(s): Finance and Management Services
Recommended Action: Receive and file.
8. Quarterly Report for Housing Division Projects and Activities for the period of
July 1, 2022 to September 30, 2022
Department(s): Community Development Agency
Recommended Action: Receive and file the Quarterly Report for Housing
Division Projects and Activities for the period of July 1, 2022 to September 30,
2022.
MINUTES: Councilmember Lopez requested staff create an infographic
detailing the legal eviction process and tenant rights and host workshops.
She stated that she often receives communications from residents who are
unaware of the rent control ordinance or what legal rights tenants have during
an eviction process.
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Mayor Pro Tem Bacerra inquired about in -lieu fees to which staff responded
that none were collected during this quarterly reporting period.
Councilmember Phan agreed with Councilmember Lopez's request for
infographics and reminded residents that the city would be hosting a First
Time Home Buyers Workshop in Vietnamese on Saturday, November 19,
2022, at the Salgado Center.
No further action taken.
9. Approve the Homeless Housing, Assistance, and Prevention (HHAP) Round 4
Application to Receive Funding from the State of California's Homeless
Coordinating and Financing Council (HCFC) to Address Homelessness
Department(s): Community Development Agency
Recommended Action: Approve the submission of the Homeless Housing,
Assistance and Prevention (HHAP) Program Round 4 Application to receive
funding from the State of California's Homeless Coordinating and Financing
Council (HCFC) to address homelessness.
10. Approve an Amendment to the Blanket Order Contracts for Equipment Rentals by
$198,000 Annually and Add Herc Rentals to the List of Approved Vendors on
Contract (Specification No. 22-045) (General Fund)
Department(s): Public Works Agency
Recommended Action: Authorize an amendment to the blanket order contracts
for equipment rentals to increase the annual aggregate amount by $198,000, for
a revised amount of $278,000 for the remainder of the current one-year term
expiring April 19, 2023, with four one-year renewal periods, and add Herc
Rentals to the list of approved vendors on contract for equipment rentals, subject
to non -substantive changes approved by the City Manager and City Attorney.
11. Award a Blanket Order Contract to Pacific Star Corporation for Water Quality
Testing Supplies, Materials, and Equipment in an Annual Amount of $130,000
(Specification No. 22-118) (Non -General Fund)
Department(s): Public Works Agency
Recommended Action: Award a blanket order contract to Pacific Star
Corporation for water quality testing supplies, materials, and equipment for an
annual amount not to exceed $130,000, for a one-year term beginning
November 15, 2022 and expiring November 14, 2023, with four one-year
renewal options, subject to non -substantive changes approved by the City
Manager and City Attorney.
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12. Approve Appropriation Adjustments Recognizing Measure M2 Local
Fairshare and Senate Bill and Grant Funds and Award a Construction
Contract to Hardy & Harper, Inc., in the amount of $3,400,000 for the Santa
Clara Avenue Bike Lane and Pedestrian Improvements From Lincoln Avenue
to Pasadena Street Project with an Estimated Project Delivery Cost of
$4,250,000 (Project No. 23-6997) (Non -General Fund)
Department(s): Public Works Agency
Recommended Action: 1. Approve an appropriation adjustment to recognize
$581,000 in prior year fund balance in the Measure M2 Local Fairshare, Prior
Year Carry Forward revenue account, and appropriating the same amount to
the Measure M2 Local Fairshare, Improvements Other Than Building expense
account. (Requires five affirmative votes)
2. Approve an appropriation adjustment to recognize $3,243,000 in Senate Bill
1, Solutions for Congested Corridors Program (SCCP) grant funds in the Select
Street Construction, State Grants -Indirect revenue account, and appropriating
the same amount to the Select Street Construction, Improvements Other Than
Building expense account. (Requires five affirmative votes)
3. Authorize the City Manager to reject the bid submitted by Klassic Engineering
& Construction as non -responsive and award a construction contract to Hardy &
Harper, Inc., the lowest responsive bidder, in accordance with the base bid in
the amount of $3,400,000, for construction of the Santa Clara Avenue Bike
Lane and Pedestrian Improvements, for the term beginning November 15, 2022
and ending upon project completion, subject to non -substantive changes
approved by the City Manager and the City Attorney.
4. Approve the Project Cost Analysis for a total estimated construction delivery
cost of $4,250,000, which includes $3,400,000 for the construction contract,
$510,000 for contract administration, inspection and testing, and $340,000
project contingency for unanticipated or unforeseen work.
5. Approve an amendment to the Fiscal Year 2022-23 Capital Improvement
Program to include $581,000 in construction funding from the Measure M2
Local Fairshare funds, and $3,243,000 in construction funding from Senate Bill
1, SCCP grant funds for the Santa Clara Avenue Bike Lane and Pedestrian
Improvements from Lincoln Avenue to Pasadena Street.
MINUTES: Councilmember Lopez provided a brief summary of the
improvement project information detailed in the staff report and in a report
provided to her by Nabil Saba, director of the Public Works Agency. She
also requested the protected bike lane buffer include landscaping and that
Santa Clara residents be notified of any future construction projects.
Moved by Councilmember Lopez, seconded by Councilmember
Hernandez to approve.
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YES: 7 — Councilmember Hernandez, — Councilmember Lopez, —
Councilmember Mendoza, — Councilmember Penaloza, — Councilmember
Phan, — Mayor Pro Tern Bacerra, — Mayor Sarmiento
NO: 0
ABSTAIN: 0
ABSENT: 0
Status: 7-0-0-0— Pass
13. Fiscal Year2022-23 First Quarter Budget Report and Proposed
Appropriation Adjustments
Department(s): Finance and Management Services
Recommended Action: 1. Approve appropriation adjustments (requires five
affirmative votes) to increase General Fund expenditures as follows:
a. $40,000 fora full-time Librarian to staff the second Knowledge Mobile for the
remainder of FY2022-23;
b. $35,000 for a full-time Receptionist to greet and direct visitors;
c. $36,600 to print and mail election information cards for the City's November
2022 ballot measures;
d. $514,764 for the purchase of bus benches, trash containers, and
advertising kiosks; and
e. $1,000,000 to plan for development of new public facilities in the Civic
Center complex;
f. $1,657,000 to move construction inspection costs from the Public Works
Engineering & Project Management internal service fund to the General Fund,
along with the associated fee/charge revenue of $1,420,000 for a net impact
of $237,000.
2. Resolution No. 2022-088 — Increase authorized full-time staff headcount from
1,342 to 1,359 to capture 11 limited -term positions funded by the Revive Santa
Ana Program as approved by City Council on August 2, 2022, five additional
Library positions to staff the second Knowledge Mobile and new Teen Time
program, and one additional City Hall Reception position.
14. Approve Appropriation Adjustments recognizing Housing Assistance
Payments and Administrative Funds to Administer New and Existing
Vouchers (Non -General Fund)
Department(s): Community Development Agency
Recommended Action: 1. Approve an appropriation adjustment recognizing
additional Housing Assistance Payments funds in the amount of $623,708 in
revenue account (no. 14018002-52007) and appropriating the same amount to
expenditure account (no. 14018760-62300) to administer 38 new vouchers.
(Requires five affirmative votes)
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2. Approve an appropriation adjustment recognizing additional Housing
Assistance Payments funds in the amount of $376,512 in revenue account (no.
14018002-52007) and appropriating the same amount to expenditure account
(no. 14018760-62300) to administer25 new Foster Youth to Independence
vouchers. (Requires five affirmative votes)
3. Approve an appropriation adjustment recognizing additional Administrative
funds in the amount of $115,500 in revenue account (no. 13918780-52006) and
appropriating the same amount to expenditure account (no. 13918780-62300)
to administer 231 existing Mainstream Program Vouchers. (Requires five
affirmative votes)
Item No. 14 continued to December 6, 2022 at the request of staff.
15. Purchase and Sale Agreement of Real Property at 1415 French Street for
Santa Ana Water Resources Elevated Tank Site (Non -General Fund)
Department(s): Public Works Agency
Recommended Action: Authorize the City Manager to execute a purchase
and sale agreement with Santa Ana Unified School District for the purchase of
real property located at 1415 French Street (APN 398-151-01), in the amount
of $781 000, plus normal closing costs and escrow fees, for a total amount not
to exceed $860,000, subject to non -substantive changes approved by the City
Manager and the City Attorney (Core Agreement No. 2022-218).
16. Approve Agreements with Hunter Consulting, Inc. dba HCI Environmental &
Engineering, Real Estate Consulting & Services, Inc., and SLS Property
Solutions, Inc. for On -Call Right of Way Property Board -Up Services in an
Aggregate Amount Not to Exceed $300,000 for a Three -Year Term
(Non -General Fund)
Department(s): Public Works Agency
Recommended Action: Authorize the City Manager to execute agreements
with Hunter Consulting, Inc. dba HCI Environmental & Engineering, Real Estate
Consulting & Services, Inc., and SLS Property Solutions, Inc., for board -up
services after City takes possession of vacant buildings to secure for Capital
Improvement Projects (CIP) in a shared aggregate amount not to exceed
$300,000, for a three-year term beginning November 15, 2022 and expiring
November 14, 2025, with an option for two, one-year extensions, subject
non -substantive changes approved by the City Manager and City Attorney
(Core Agreement No. 2022-219).
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17. Approve an Amendment to the Agreement with Ankura Consulting Group,
LLC to Provide Construction Auditing Services for the Construction of the
Carnegie Homeless Navigation Center (General Fund)
Department(s): City Attorney Office
Recommended Action: Authorize the City Manager to execute an amendment
to the agreement with Ankura Consulting Group, LLC ("Ankura") to provide
services for the review and analysis of billings for construction of the Carnegie
Homeless Navigation Center by Dyer 18 LLC ("Dyer"), increasing the total
not -to -exceed amount by an additional $50,000, subject to non -substantive
changes approved by the City Manager and City Attorney (Agreement No.
2022-220).
MINUTES: Councilmember Phan recused herself from Item 17, as the listed
party is a client of her employer, Rutan & Tucker, and left the teleconference
during the discussion.
Councilmember Lopez questioned the purpose and scope of this agreement,
as well as the timeframe for completion.
Moved by Councilmember Lopez, seconded by Councilmember
Hernandez to approve.
YES: 6 — Councilmember Hernandez, — Councilmember Lopez, —
Councilmember Mendoza, — Councilmember Penaloza, — Mayor Pro Tem
Bacerra, — Mayor Sarmiento
NO: 0
ABSTAIN: 1 — Councilmember Phan
ABSENT: 0
Status: 6-0— 1 —0— Pass
Councilmember Phan returned to the meeting via teleconference.
18. Approve a Subcontractor Agreement with Working Wardrobes for Workforce
Services in an Amount not to exceed $250,000 Under the Californians for All
Youth Workforce Program (Non -General Fund)
Department(s): Community Development Agency
Recommended Action: Authorize the City Manager to execute an agreement
with Working Wardrobes for workforce services in an amount not to exceed
$250,000, for a period from November 15, 2022 to May 1, 2024, subject to
non -substantive changes approved by the City Manager and City Attorney
(Agreement No. 2022-221).
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19. Approve Amendment to the Agreement with BrightLife Designs, LLC for DTSA
2022 Holiday Decor 2022 in an Amount Not to Exceed $370,000 (Revive
Santa Ana Program)
Department(s): Community Development Agency
Recommended Action: Authorize the City Manager to execute an amendment
to the agreement with BrightLife Designs, LLC to increase the contract amount
by $370,000, for a total not -to -exceed amount of $420,000 to provide holiday
decorations in Downtown Santa Ana, subject to non -substantive changes
approved by the City Manager and City Attorney (Agreement No. 2022-222).
MINUTES: Mayor Pro Tem Bacerra moved to approve Item 19 minus the
$250Y 000 requested by the Public Works Agency. Motion died for lack of a
second.
Moved by Councilmember Penaloza, seconded by Councilmember
Lopez to approve as presented.
YES: 5 — Councilmember Hernandez, — Councilmember Lopez, —
Councilmember Penaloza, — Councilmember Phan, — Mayor
Sarmiento
NO: 1 — Mayor Pro Tern Bacerra
ABSTAIN: 0
ABSENT: 1 — Councilmember Mendoza
Status: 5 — 1 — 0 —1 —Pass
20. Approve an Amendment to the Fiscal Year 2022-2023 Emergency Solutions
Grant (ESG) Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) Agreement with the
Santa Ana Police Department HEART Program for Additional Street
Outreach and ESG Subrecipient Agreement with 2-1-1 Orange County for
HMIS Data Collection (Non -General Fund)
Department(s): Community Development Agency
Recommended Action: 1. Authorize the City Manager to execute an
amendment to the Santa Ana Police Department HEART Program
Memorandum of Understanding to increase the amount of the agreement by
$30,000 for program year July 1, 2022 - June 30, 2023 for additional street
outreach activities, subject to non -substantive changes approved by the City
Manager and City Attorney (Agreement No. 2022-223).
2. Authorize the City Manager to execute an amendment to the 2-1-1 Orange
County Subrecipient Agreement to increase the amount of the agreement by
$22,340.92 for program year July 1, 2022 - June 30, 2023 for additional data
collection, subject to non -substantive changes approved by the City Manager
and City Attorney (Agreement No. 2022-224).
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21. Approve a Pre -Commitment of $2,200,000 in Inclusionary Housing Funds
for the Development of Six Affordable Ownership Units Located at 1921 W
Washington Avenue
Department(s): Community Development Agency
Recommended Action: Authorize the City Manager to execute a
pre -commitment letter with Habitat of Humanity of Orange County for
$2,200,000 in Inclusionary Housing Funds for the development of six affordable
ownership units at 1921 W Washington Avenue, Santa Ana, CA (APN
405-101-37), subject to non -substantive changes approved by the City Manager
and City Attorney (Agreement No. 2022-225).
22. Approve a Memorandum of Understanding Establishing the Terms and
Conditions of Employment for Classifications Represented by Service
Employees International Union (SEIU), Local 721, Part -Time Non -Civil Service
Unit
Department(s): Human Resources
Recommended Action: Authorize the City Manager to execute a Memorandum
of Understanding with Service Employees International Union Local 721,
Part -Time Non -Civil Service Unit regarding wages, hours, and other terms and
conditions of employment effective November 16, 2022 through November 15,
2024, and authorize non -substantive changes which may be necessary to
implement the agreement (Agreement No. 2022-226).
23. Approve a Memorandum of Understanding Establishing the Terms and
Conditions of Employment for Classifications Represented by the Santa Ana
Police Management Association
Department(s): Human Resources
Recommended Action: Authorize the City Manager to execute a Memorandum
of Understanding with the Santa Ana Police Management Association regarding
wages, hours, and other terms and conditions of employment effective January
1, 2022 through June 30, 2025, and authorize non -substantive changes which
may be necessary to implement the agreement (Agreement No.2022-227).
24. Adopt a Resolution Approving the Construction Installment Sale Agreement with
the California State Water Resources Control Board for Financing of the Well
32 Nitrate Treatment Project (Non -General Fund)
Department(s): Public Works Agency
Recommended Action: Resolution No. 2022-089 — Adopt a Resolution
approving the Construction Installment Sale Agreement (D2202003) with the
California State Water Resources Control Board for financing of the Well 32
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Nitrate Treatment Project, in an amount up to $6,249,105 (Agreement No.
2022-228).
25. Teleconferencing for Meetings of City Council and All Boards,
Committees, and Commissions Pursuant to the Provisions of Assembly
Bill 361
Department(s): Clerk of the Council Office
Recommended Action: Resolution No. 2022-090 — Adopt a resolution to
consider continuing the use of teleconferencing for City Council, board,
committee, and commission meetings pursuant to the provisions of Assembly
Bill 361 for the next 30 days.
**END OF CONSENT CALENDAR**
BUSINESS CALENDAR
26. Discuss and Provide Direction Regarding the Recommendation of the
Community Development Commission to Dissolve the Downtown Santa Ana
Business Improvement District or Adopt the Resolution of Intention to Levy
2023 Assessment for Downtown Santa Ana Business Improvement District
Department(s): Community Development Agency
Recommended Action: Discuss the Downtown Santa Ana Business
Improvement District and direct staff to either:
1. Approve the recommendation of the Community Development Commission
(Commission) to dissolve the Downtown Santa Ana Business Improvement
District (BID) and establish a time and place for a public hearing to be held by
the City Council on December 20, 2022; or
2. Resolution No. 2022-XXX — Adopt the resolution of intention to levy an annual
business license tax assessment for the 2023 calendar year and establish a time
and place for a public hearing to be held by the City Council on December 6,
2022.
MINUTES: Director of the Community Development Agency Mike Garcia
provided a brief presentation on the Downtown Santa Ana Business
Improvement District.
Moved by Councilmember Lopez, seconded by Councilmember
Hernandez to approve Option 1.
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YES: 6 — Councilmember Hernandez, — Councilmember Lopez, —
Councilmember Mendoza, — Councilmember Penaloza, — Councilmember
Phan, — Mayor Sarmiento
NO: 1 — Mayor Pro Tem Bacerra
ABSTAIN: 0
ABSENT: 0
Status: 6 — 1 —0-0— Pass
27. Informational Report Relating to the City's Anti -Cruising Ordinance
Department(s): Police Department
Recommended Action: It is recommended that the City Council accept the
informational report and consider one of the following options:
1. Direct staff to return to the City Council with additional information.
2. Leave the anti -cruising ordinance as is (i.e., make no changes to the Santa
Ana Municipal Code relating to cruising).'
3. Direct staff to prepare an ordinance to repeal the anti -cruising ordinance.
4. Take no action.
MINUTES: Chief of Police David Valentin provided a brief presentation on the
Anti -Cruising Ordinance repeal impact.
Councilmember Hernandez spoke of his family's history in Santa Ana and
also spoke of the positive contributions car clubs have made to the city.
Councilmember Lopez thanked the Santa Ana Police Department for their
hard work in policing and citing those participating in illegal street racing and
street takeovers. She also stated that she believes that cruising and lowriders
are mistakenly associated with violence, and spoke regarding the California
Legislature unanimously passing a resolution commemorating the history of
cruising in California.
Councilmember Mendoza stated that her experience with cruising has always
been positive and that cruising should not be confused with or associated with
street racing or street takeovers.
Mayor Pro Tem Bacerra spoke of the illegal activities that take place during
cruising events and street racing. He stated his opposition to the approval of a
repeal ordinance but believes the City of Santa Ana has the potential to craft a
model ordinance that other cities can emulate. He requested staff draft an
ordinance that has regulations in place to allow safe cruising.
Councilmember Penaloza spoke in agreement with Mayor Pro Tem Becerra's
request for an ordinance with regulations. He also requested staff draft an
ordinance that allows for regulated and controlled cruising.
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Councilmember Phan inquired about the lack of clarity in Municipal Code
Chapter 36, Article Xll and requested staff work with the Public Safety and
Homelessness Subcommittee to establish a program or draft an ordinance
that would allow a cruising pilot program.
Mayor Sarmiento expressed his concern for possible infringement of the
people's right to assemble and the First Amendment. He stated that he does
not associate cruising with danger but rather as a way to profile and target
residents. He spoke in support of staff recommendation three (3) with
conditions.
City Manager Ridge summarized the direction provided by the Council.
Mayor Sarmiento recessed the regular City Council meeting and convened
the Special Housing Authority meeting at 11: 37 P.M.
Mayor Sarmiento adjourned the Special Housing Authority meeting at 11:39
P.M. and reconvened the regular City Council meeting at 11: 39 P.M.
**END OF BUSINESS CALENDAR**
COUNCILMEMBER REQUESTED ITEMS
28. Discuss and Consider Directing the City Manager to Direct Staff to Develop
a Community Historical Marker Policy and to Install a Community Historical
Marker on the Corner of Sycamore and Fourth Streets to Honor, Remember,
and Memorialize the Story of Francisco Torres — Councilmember Hernandez
MINUTES: Councilmember Hernandez spoke about Francisco Torres' life
and the events leading to his death.
Councilmember Penaloza inquired about the costs of purchasing and
installing a historical marker and directed staff to research and draft a
Community Historical Marker Policy.
Mayor Pro Tern Bacerra voiced his agreement with Councilmember
Penaloza's suggestions.
Councilmember Lopez spoke in agreement with developing a Community
Historical Marker Policy and in support of the installation of a marker in
honor of Francisco Torres.
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Councilmember Mendoza spoke in support of developing a Community
Historical Marker Policy and requested that the policy include a history of the
honoree, qualifications, and contributions to the community.
Councilmember Phan thanked Councilmember Hernandez for presenting
the item and spoke in favor of developing a policy and inquired about
referring the item to the Historical Resources Commission.
CITY MANAGER COMMENTS
MINUTES: No comments.
COUNCIL COMMENTS
AB1234 DISCLOSURE — If the City paid for travel or other expenses this is the time for
members of the Council to provide a brief oral report on attendance of any regional
board or commission meeting or any conference, meeting or event attended.
MINUTES: Councilmember Hernandez thanked all the members of the public who
provided comments regarding the anti -cruising ordinance and thanked everyone
who voted in the November 8, 2022 election.
Councilmember Lopez provided a list of various organizations within the City that
aid the community during the holiday season and wished everyone a happy
Thanksgiving.
Councilmember Mendoza wished everyone a happy holiday season.
Councilmember Penaloza wished everyone a happy Thanksgiving.
Councilmember Phan thanked all the residents who provided comments, wished
everyone a happy Thanksgiving, and reminded all residents to get their COVID-19
and flu vaccines.
Mayor Pro Tern Bacerra announced his monthly office hours would be on
December 10, 2022. He requested the Council's support in adjourning the meeting
in memory of Peter Keller.
Mayor Sarmiento spoke in support of adjourning the meeting in memory of Peter
Keller.
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ADJOURNMENT — Adjourn the City Council meeting.
MINUTES: Mayor Sarmiento adjourned the Regular City Council meeting at
12: 07 A.M. on November 16, 2022 in memory of Peter Keller.
Respectfully submitted,
Jennifer L. Hall, CMC
City Clerk
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DRAFT Minutes of the Regular Meeting of the
City Council
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December 06, 2022
CLOSED SESSION MEETING - 5:00 PM
REGULAR OPEN MEETING - 5:45 PM
(Immediately following the Closed Session Meeting)
CITY COUNCIL CHAMBER
22 Civic Center Plaza, Santa Ana, CA 92701
CLOSED SESSION
CALL TO ORDER
ATTENDANCE Council Members Johnathan Ryan Hernandez
Jessie Lopez
Nelida Mendoza
David Penaloza
Thai Viet Phan
Mayor Pro Tern Phil Bacerra
Mayor Vicente Sarmiento
City Manager Kristine Ridge
City Attorney Sonia R. Carvalho
Acting Clerk of the Norma Orozco
Council
MINUTES: Mayor Sarmiento called the Closed Session Meeting to order at 5:12 P.M.
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MINUTES: Acting Clerk of the Council Norma Orozco conducted Roll Call.
Councilmembers Lopez, Penaloza, Phan, and Mayor Sarmiento were present in person.
Councilmember Hernandez and Councilmember Mendoza attended via teleconference.
Mayor Pro Tem Bacerra joined the meeting in person during Closed Session.
PUBLIC COMMENTS — Members of the public may address the City Council on Closed
Session items.
MINUTES: No public comments were received regarding Closed Session items.
RECESS — City Council will recess to Closed Session for the purpose of conducting regular
City business.
MINUTES: Mayor Sarmiento recessed to consider the Closed Session items at 5:14 P.M.
CLOSED SESSION ITEMS — The Brown Act permits legislative bodies to discuss certain
matters without members of the public present. The City Council finds, based on advice from
the City Attorney, that discussion in open session of the following matters will prejudice the
position of the City in existing and anticipated litigation:
CONFERENCE WITH LABOR NEGOTIATOR pursuant to Government Code Section
54957.6(a):
Agency Negotiators: Human Resources Executive Director, Jason Motsick
Employee Organizations:
• Santa Ana Police Officers Association (POA)
• Service Employees' International Union (SEIU) Full -Time Employees
• Confidential Association of Santa Ana (CASA)
• Santa Ana Management Association (SAMA)
CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL -EXISTING LITIGATION pursuant to
Paragraph (1) of subdivision (d) of Section 54956.9 of the Government Code:
A. Santa Ana Police Officers Association and Gerry Serrano v. City of Santa Ana, Santa
Ana Police Department, David Valentin, Kristin (sic)Ridge, Sonia Carvalho, Jason
Motsick, and Does I-X, Orange County Superior Court, Case No. 30-2021- 01230129
B. Santa Ana Police Officers Association and Doe Officers v. David Valentin, Sonia
Carvalho, Kristine Ridge, City of Santa Ana, Santa Ana Police Department, Santa Ana City
Attorney's Office, and Does I-X, Orange County Superior Court, Case No. 30-
2021-01230134
CLOSED SESSION REPORT — The City Attorney will report on any action(s) to be taken at
the Regular Open Session which will begin immediately following the Closed Session.
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RECONVENE — City Council will reconvene to continue regular City business.
CITY COUNCIL REGULAR OPEN SESSION
CALL TO ORDER
MINUTES: Mayor Sarmiento reconvened the City Council at 6:03 P.M.
ROLL CALL
MINUTES: Acting Clerk of the Council Norma Orozco conducted roll call. Councilmembers
Hernandez, Lopez, Penaloza, and Phan, Mayor Pro Tem Bacerra, and Mayor Sarmiento
were present in person. Councilmember Mendoza attended via teleconference.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
WORDS OF INSPIRATION
CEREMONIAL PRESENTATIONS
Mayor Pro Tern Bacerra
Pastor Segal Simon
Certificates of Recognition presented by Mayor Pro Tern Bacerra to the Segerstrom High
School Girls Tennis Team for winning the CIF Championship.
Proclamation presented by Councilmember Hernandez and Mayor Sarmiento to the
Assistance League of Santa Ana for Outstanding Contributions to the Community.
Certificate of Recognition presented by Councilmember Lopez to Concern America for
Outstanding Contributions to the Community.
MINUTES: Mayor Sarmiento presented Certificates of Recognition to the following outgoing
commissioners: Gabriela Hemandez, Joese Gloria Hernandez, Manny Escamilla, and Tim
Johnson. He also expressed his gratitude to the commissioners who were not able to attend:
Emily Tucker, Ginelle Hardy, Andres Ramirez, Richard Santana, and Eric Alderete.
STAFF PRESENTATIONS
MINUTES: No presentations.
CLOSED SESSION REPORT— The City Attorney will report on any action(s)from Closed
Session.
MINUTES: City Attorney Sonia Carvalho stated there was no reportable action.
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PUBLIC COMMENT — Public comments will be held during the beginning of the meeting for
ALL comments on agenda and non -agenda items, except for public hearings. Comments for
public hearings will take place after the hearing is opened.
MINUTES: John Raya spoke of the positive impact TKO Boxing Club has had in his life
and in the community.
Robbie Munoz stated that he would not be the person he is today without the support of
the members of the TKO Boxing Club and requested that Council work collaboratively with
the club to ensure a continued legacy.
Ray Diaz thanked Mayor Sarmiento for all of his hard work and dedication while serving the
residents of Santa Ana as a councilmember and as mayor.
Tim Johnson announced that the County of Orange and PATH will be hosting an
informational session regarding the Yale Navigation Center via Zoom on December 7,
2023, at 4:00 P.M.
Curtis Shipp spoke in support of Item 26 and in honor of his late mother, Helen Shipp.
Dwayne Shipp, President of the Orange County Heritage Council, spoke in support of Item
26 and of his excitement to see Santa Ana continue to grow and diversify.
Francisco Salazar spoke of the positive impact being a member of the TKO Boxing Club
made in his life.
Joese Hernandez thanked Mayor Sarmiento for his service to the residents of Santa Ana,
specifically his work regarding the rent control and just cause evictions ordinances and
the Police Oversight Committee.
Victor Mendez thanked Mayor Sarmiento for his service, voiced concern for the safety of the
residents of senior affordable housing communities, and commented on Item 28.
Linda Stinnett spoke of her family's history in the City of Santa Ana and the thanked the
Council for their continued help toward senior citizens.
Acting Clerk of the Council Norma Orozco reported out the summary of email comments
received: Two (2) comments regarding Item 5, One (1) comment in support of Item 12, and
One (1) comment in support of Item 21.
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CONSENT CALENDAR
RECOMMENDED ACTION: Approve staff recommendations on the following
Consent Calendar Items: 4 through 24.
MINUTES: Councilmember Penaloza pulled Item No. 12 and Mayor Pro Tem Bacerra
pulled Items Nos. 6 and 17 for separate discussion and consideration. Councilmember
Lopez provided comments on Item 20 and recorded a No vote on the item.
MOTION: Moved by Mayor Pro Tem Bacerra, seconded by Councilmember
Penaloza to approve Consent Calendar Item Nos. 4 through 24 with the exception
of Items 6, 12, and 17.
YES: 7 — Councilmember Hernandez, — Councilmember Lopez, — Councilmember
Mendoza, — Councilmember Penaloza, — Councilmember Phan, — Mayor Pro Tem
Bacerra, — Mayor Sarmiento
NO: 0
ABSTAIN: 0
ABSENT: 0
Status: 7 —0-0-0— Pass
4. Excused Absences
Department(s): Clerk of the Council Office
Recommended Action: Excuse the absent members.
5. Receive and File the Certification of Approval by City Engineer of the Final Parcel Map
2021-144 (1513 West Civic Center Drive) (Applicant: Saul Delgado representing 1513 Civic
Center, LLC)
Department(s): Public Works Agency
Recommended Action: Receive and file the certification of approval by City Engineer of the
final Parcel Map 2021-144.
6. 2022-2023 Historic Resources Commission Historic Preservation Work Program
Department(s): Planning and Building Agency
Recommended Action: Receive and file the Historic Preservation Work Program for
2022-2023 as recommended by the Historic Resources Commission.
MINUTES: Mayor Pro Tem Bacerra directed staff to research funding sources for future
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historic resource surveys.
No further action taken.
7. Award a Blanket Order Contract to CDW-G for Adobe Software and Subscriptions, in an
annual amount not to exceed $75,000 (Specification No. 22-149) (General and Non -General
Fund)
Department(s): Information Technology
Recommended Action: Award a contract for the purchase of Adobe Software and
Subscriptions, for an eleven -month period expiring October 30, 2023, with provision for one
optional one-year renewal exercisable by the City Manager, in an annual amount not to exceed
$75,000, subject to non -substantive changes approved by the City Manager and City Attorney.
8. Amend the Blanket Order Contract with Horizons Construction Co., Pro -Craft Construction,
Inc., and Verne's Plumbing for Plumbing Services by Increasing it to an Annual Aggregate
Amount Not to Exceed $370,000 for the Remainder of the Contract Term (Specification No.
20-118) (General and Non -General Fund)
Department(s): Public Works Agency
Recommended Action: Authorize an amendment to the blanket purchase order contracts
with Horizons Construction Co., Pro -Craft Construction, Inc., and Verne's Plumbing for
plumbing services to increase the annual amount by $165,000, for a revised annual
aggregate amount not to exceed $370,000, for the remainder of the current one-year term
expiring September30, 2023, and two one-year renewal periods, subject to
non -substantive changes approved by the City Manager and City Attorney.
9. Award Blanket Order Contracts to Daniels Tire Service and Parkhouse Tire, Inc. for Vehicle
Tires in the Annual Aggregate Amount of $200,000, for a One -Year Term with Four, One -Year
Renewal Options (Specification No. 22-157) (Non -General Fund)
Department(s): Public Works Agency
Recommended Action: Award blanket order contracts to Daniels Tire Service and
Parkhouse Tire, Inc. for vehicle tires for a one-year period beginning December 6, 2022
and expiring December 5, 2023, with provisions for four, one-year renewals, in an annual
aggregate amount not to exceed $200,000, subject to non -substantive changes approved
by the City Manager and City Attorney.
10. Approve Appropriation Adjustments Recognizing Housing Assistance Payments and
Administrative Funds to Administer New and Existing Vouchers (Non -General Fund)
Department(s): Community Development Agency
Recommended Action: 1. Approve an appropriation adjustment recognizing additional
Housing Assistance Payments funds in the amount of $623,708 in the revenue account
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and appropriating the same amount to the expenditure account to administer 38 new
vouchers. Also, recognize an additional $28,500 in Special Administrative Fees in the
revenue account to expend the same amount on expenditure account. (Requires five
affirmative votes)
2. Approve an appropriation adjustment recognizing additional Foster Youth to
Independence Housing Assistance Payments funds in the amount of $376,512 in revenue
account and appropriating the same amount to expenditure account to administer 25 new
Foster Youth to Independence vouchers. (Requires five affirmative votes)
3. Approve an appropriation adjustment recognizing additional Administrative funds in the
amount of $115,500 in the revenue account and appropriating the same amount to the
expenditure account to administer 231 existing Mainstream Program Vouchers. (Requires five
affirmative votes)
11. Approve an Agreement and Appropriation Adjustment Recognizing Grant Revenue in an
amount not to exceed $9,928 for the California State Library for the Zip Books Program
Department(s): Library
Recommended Action: 1. Authorize the Library Services Director to execute a Grant
Agreement via DocuSign, accepting grant funds in the amount of $9,928 for the Zip Books
Program, subject to non -substantive changes approved by the City Manager and City
Attorney (Agreement No. 2022-230).
2. Approve an appropriation adjustment to recognize $9,928 in grant revenue from the
California State Library and appropriate $9,928 into the corresponding expenditure account
to implement the program. (Requires five affirmative votes)
12. Agreement with the Delhi Center to Lease Space for a New Library Branch (General Fund)
Department(s): Library
Recommended Action: Authorize the City Manager to execute a lease agreement with
the Delhi Center for 2,465 square feet of leased space and adjacent exterior space for a
new Library Branch, for a ten-year term beginning March 1, 2023, with an option for two
five-year renewals, monthly rent rate of $3,550.00 with an annual 3% increase, subject to
non -substantive changes approved by the City Manager and City Attorney (Agreement No.
2022-239).
MINUTES: Councilmember Penaloza expressed excitement for the new library space and
requested a correction to the staff report that the last number of the first paragraph in the
Discussion Section of the staff report should read "2023" not "2024. "
MOTION: Moved by Councilmember Penaloza, seconded by Mayor Sarmiento to
Approve Item No. 12.
YES: 7 — Councilmember Hernandez, — Councilmember Lopez, — Councilmember
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Mendoza, — Councilmember Penaloza, — Councilmember Phan, — Mayor Pro Tem
Bacerra, — Mayor Sarmiento
NO: 0
ABSTAIN: 0
ABSENT: 0
Status: 7-0— 0-0 — Pass
13. Agreement Amendment with Community SeniorServ, Inc. dba Meals On Wheels Orange
County for Senior Meal Programs to Increase the Total Agreement Amount by $50,000 for a
New Agreement Total Not to Exceed $100,000 and Extend the Agreement Term by Six
Months through June 30, 2023 (General Fund)
Department(s): Parks, Recreation, and Community Services
Recommended Action: Authorize the City Manager to execute an agreement amendment
with Community SeniorServ, Inc. dba Meals On Wheels Orange County for Senior Meal
Programs to increase the total agreement amount by $50,000, for a new agreement total not
to exceed $100,000, and extend the agreement term by six months through June 30, 2023 to
be funded by the General Fund, subject to non -substantive changes approved by the City
Manager and City Attorney (Agreement No. 2022-231).
14. Approve Agreement with SDI Presence, LLP for Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) System
Selection Professional Services in an annual amount not to exceed $128,344 (Non -General
Fund)
Department(s): Information Technology
Recommended Action: Authorize the City Manager to execute an agreement for
Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) System Selection Professional Services with SDI
Presence, LLP (SDI), fora term beginning January 1, 2023, and expiring June 30, 2024, for
a total amount not to exceed $128,344, which includes a contingency in the amount of
$25,669 subject to non -substantive changes approved by the City Manager and City
Attorney (Agreement No. 2022-232).
15. Approve a Renewal Agreement with TSYS Merchant Solutions, LLC, DBA Global
Payments, for Debit and Credit Card Merchant Payment Processing Services, including
Europay, MasterCard, and Visa ("EMV") CHIP & Pin and e-Commerce Gateway
Transaction Integration and Support and Maintenance in the Amount not to Exceed
$1,898,400, which includes a General Contingency of $242,400
Department(s): Finance and Management Services
Recommended Action: Authorize the City Manager to execute a renewal agreement with
TSYS Merchant Solutions, LLC, DBA Global Payments, for debit and credit card payment
processing services, including Europay, MasterCard, and Visa ("EMV") CHIP & Pin and
e-Commerce gateway transaction integration and support and maintenance in an amount
not to exceed $1,898,400, which includes a general contingency of $242,400 over the
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maximum seven-year life of the agreement. The renewal agreement includes a base term
commencing from December 6, 2022 and expiring December 31, 2025, with a provision for
two renewal options of three years and one year, respectively, ending December 31, 2029,
subject to non -substantive changes approved by the City Manager and City Attorney
(Agreement No. 2022-233).
16. Approve Purchase Agreement with Property Owner Garnsey Corp, for the Full Property
Acquisition for the Real Property Located at 841 N Garnsey Street (APN 005-142-03)
(Revive Santa Ana Program)
Department(s): Community Development Agency
Recommended Action: Authorize the City Manager to execute a purchase agreement
with property owner Garnsey Corp, for the full property acquisition for the real property
located at 841 N Garnsey Street also identified as APN 005-142-03 (Property) in the
amount of $765,000, subject to non -substantive changes approved by the City Manager
and City Attorney (Agreement No. 2022-234).
17. Approve an Agreement with City Net to Provide Street Outreach and Engagement
Services for Quality -of -Life Services, in an Amount not to Exceed $2,801,700.10
beginning January 1, 2023 through December 31, 2023 (Non -General Fund and Revive
Santa Ana Program)
Department(s): Community Development Agency
Recommended Action: 1. Authorize the City Manager to execute an agreement with City
Net in an amount not to exceed $2,801 7700.10 for the Santa Ana Multidisciplinary Street
Outreach and Engagement (SMART) Program that responds to reports for quality -of -life
services from January 1, 2023 through December 31, 2023, with provision for three (3)
optional one-year extensions as authorized by the City Manager, subject to non -substantive
changes approved by the City Manager and City Attorney (Core Agreement No.
2022-240).
2. Authorize the City Manager to execute agreements required by state or federal
agencies for the use of HHAP and ARPA funding.
MINUTES: Mayor Pro Tern Bacerra requested staff present a progress report at the
October 17, 2023 meeting, prior to the approval of any extensions with the vendor.
MOTION: Moved by Mayor Pro Tern Bacerra, seconded by Councilmember Phan to
approve as amended to include a progress report before enacting any renewals to
the agreement.
YES: 7 — Councilmember Hernandez, — Councilmember Lopez, — Councilmember
Mendoza, — Councilmember Penaloza, — Councilmember Phan, — Mayor Pro Tern
Bacerra, — Mayor Sarmiento
NO: 0
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ABSTAIN: 0
ABSENT: 0
Status: 7-0— 0-0 — Pass
18. Approve Agreement with MIG, Inc., for Design Services for the City of Santa Ana's First
Dog Park Project in an Amount Not to Exceed $800,000 for a Three -Year Term (Project No.
22-2755) (Non -General Fund)
Department(s): Public Works Agency
Recommended Action: Authorize the City Managerto execute an agreement with MIG, Inc.
to provide engineering plans for the City of Santa Ana Dog Park project in the amount of
$703,851, with a contingency of $96,149, for a total amount of $800,000, for a three-year
term beginning December 6, 2022, and expiring December 5, 2025, with an option for two,
one-year extensions, subject to non -substantive changes approved by the City Manager and
City Attorney (Agreement No. 2022-235).
19. Approve Agreement with Little Diversified Architectural Consulting, Inc. for Architectural
Design Services for Santa Anita Community Center in an Amount Not to Exceed $425,000 for
a Three -Year Term (Project No. 22-1378) (Non -General Fund) (Revive Santa Ana
Program)
Department(s): Public Works Agency
Recommended Action: Authorize the City Manager to execute an agreement with Little
Diversified Architectural Consulting to provide architectural design and contact documents
for a new community center in the Santa Anita Park Project in the amount of $350,237, with a
contingency of $74,763, for a total amount of $425,000, for a three-year term beginning
December 6, 2022, and expiring December 5, 2025, with an option for two, one-year
extensions, subject to non -substantive changes approved by the City Manager and City
Attorney (Agreement No. 2022-236).
20. Purchase Agreement in the Amount of $725,000 for Full Real Property Acquisition for Warner
Avenue Improvements Phase 2 (Property Owner: Virginia G. Ambriz) (Project No. 18-6901)
(Non -General Fund)
Department(s): Public Works Agency
Recommended Action: Authorize the City Manager to execute a purchase agreement
with Virginia G. Ambriz, for the full acquisition and goodwill (if any), of the property located at
2246 S Cedar Street (APN 016-214-12) in the amount of $725,000, subject to
non -substantive changes approved by the City Manager and the City Attorney (Agreement
No. 2022-237).
MINUTES: Councilmember Lopez recorded a "No" vote on Item 20.
YES: 7 — Councilmember Hernandez, — Councilmember Mendoza, — Councilmember
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Penaloza, — Councilmember Phan, — Mayor Pro Tem Bacerra, — Mayor Sarmiento
NO: 1 — Councilmember Lopez
ABSTAIN: 0
ABSENT: 0
Status: 6 — 1 —0-0 —Pass
21. Density Bonus Agreement No. 2022-03 to Facilitate the Construction of a For -Sale
Residential Townhouse Development, Consisting of 51 Townhouse Units with Eight Units
Proposed as Affordable to Low -Income Households
Department(s): Planning and Building Agency
Recommended Action: 1. Resolution No. 2022-091 — Adopt a resolution approving
Density Bonus Agreement No. 2022-03 as conditioned.
2. Authorize the City Manager to execute a Density Bonus Agreement with Warmington
Residential, Inc., for a 55-year term, for a for -sale residential townhouse development,
consisting of 51 townhouse units with eight units proposed as affordable to low-income
households at 717 S. Lyon Street, subject to non -substantive changes approved by the City
Manager and City Attorney (Agreement No. 2022-238).
22. First One-year Extension of Variance No. 2017-05 and Variance No. 2017-06 for the Madison
Mixed -Use Development Project Located at 200 North Cabrillo Park Drive
Department(s): Planning and Building Agency
Recommended Action: Resolution No. 2022-092 — Adopt a resolution approving a
one-year extension of Variance No. 2017-05 and Variance No. 2017-06.
23. First One-year Extension of Site Plan Review No. 2020-03 and Variance No. 2020-06 for the
4th and Mortimer Mixed -Use Development Project Located at 409 and 509 East Fourth
Street
Department(s): Planning and Building Agency
Recommended Action: Resolution No. 2022-093 — Adopt a resolution approving a
one-year extension of Site Plan Review No. 2020-03 and Variance No. 2020-06 to December
15, 2023.
24. Teleconferencing for Meetings of City Council and All Boards, Committees, and
Commissions Pursuant to the Provisions of Assembly Bill 361
Department(s): Clerk of the Council Office
Recommended Action: Resolution No. 2022-094 — Adopt a resolution to consider
continuing the use of teleconferencing for City Council, board, committee, and commission
meetings pursuant to the provisions of Assembly Bill 361 for the next 30 days.
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**END OF CONSENT CALENDAR**
BUSINESS CALENDAR
25. Facility Use Agreement Amendment with TKO Youth Foundation (TKO) to Reflect a Rate of
$20.00 Per Hour for the Use of the Fitness Room in the Jerome Community Center with
Anticipated Payments from TKO to the City to Reflect the Period from September 1, 2022
Until September 21, 2023 (General Fund)
Department(s): Parks, Recreation, and Community Services
Recommended Action: It is recommended that the City Council consider approving one of
the two following options:
1. No change to the existing agreement and TKO will maintain responsibility for the Fiscal
Year 2022-23 Miscellaneous Fee of $116.00 per hour for use of the Fitness Room in the
Jerome Community Center with anticipated payments from TKO to the City to reflect the
period from September 1, 2022 until September 21, 2023.
2. Authorize the City Manager to execute an amendment to the facility use agreement with
TKO Youth Foundation (TKO) to reflect a rate of $20.00 per hour for the use of the Fitness
Room in the Jerome Community Center with anticipated payments from TKO to the City to
reflect the period from September 1, 2022 until September 21, 2023, subject to
non -substantive changes approved by the City Manager and City Attorney (Agreement No.
2022-241).
MINUTES: MOTION: Councilmember Hernandez moved to waive all fees for TKO Boxing
Club seconded by Councilmember Mendoza.
Councilmember Lopez provided comments and recorded her agreement with the amended
motion presented by Councilmember Hernandez and as well as staffs recommended
action.
SUBSTITUTE MOTION: Councilmember Penaloza moved to approve Recommended
Action Option 2, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Bacerra.
Councilmember Phan provided comments and stated her agreement with the substitute
motion by Councilmember Penaloza.
Mayor Sarmiento provided comments and noted his agreement with the original motion
presented by Councilmember Hernandez.
SUBSTITUTE MOTION: Moved by Councilmember Penaloza, seconded by Mayor Pro
Tem Bacerra to approve Recommended Action, Option 2.
YES: 3 — Councilmember Penaloza, - Councilmember Phan, — Mayor Pro Tem Bacerra
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NO: 4 — Councilmember Hernandez, — Councilmember Lopez, — Councilmember Mendoza, —
Mayor Sarmiento
ABSTAIN: 0
ABSENT: 0
Status: 3-4-0-0 — Fail
MOTION: Moved by Councilmember Hernandez, seconded by Councilmember
Mendoza to approve the agreement and waive all fees.
YES: 7 — Councilmember Hernandez, — Councilmember Lopez, — Councilmember Mendoza, —
Councilmember Penaloza, — Councilmember Phan, — Mayor Pro Tem Bacerra, — Mayor
Sarmiento
NO: 0
ABSTAIN: 0
ABSENT: 0
Status: 7— 0 — 0 — 0 — Pass
26. Adopt a Resolution Authorizing Ceremonial Street Naming (General Fund)
Department(s): Public Works Agency
Recommended Action: 1. Resolution No. 2022-095 — Adopt a resolution authorizing the
ceremonial street naming of Helen M. Shipp Way, along Willits Street from Fairview Street to
Bristol Street, and the ceremonial naming of the intersection of Willits Street and Raitt Street
to Black History Square.
2. Direct staff to install a certain number of ceremonial signs to be approved for the
stretch along Willits Street from Fairview Street to Bristol Street.
MINUTES: Director of Public Works Nabil Saba provided a brief presentation.
Councilmember Hernandez provided comments on the life of Helen M. Shipp and Black
History in Santa Ana and moved to approve Item No. 26 with Option 3 as presented in
the staff report.
Councilmember Phan inquired about creating an informational page on the City's website
regarding historical figures in Santa Ana.
MOTION: Moved by Councilmember Hernandez, seconded by Councilmember
Phan to approve the recommended action with option 3 of the presentation.
YES: 6 — Councilmember Hernandez, — Councilmember Lopez, — Councilmember Penaloza, —
Councilmember Phan, — Mayor Pro Tem Bacerra, — Mayor Sarmiento
NO: 0
ABSTAIN: 0
ABSENT: 1 — Councilmember Mendoza
Status: 6-0-0— 1 —Pass
**END OF BUSINESS CALENDAR**
CITY COUNCIL MINUTES 13 December 06, 2022
PUBLIC HEARINGS
PUBLIC COMMENTS — Members of the public may address the City Council on Public
Hearing items.
27. Public Hearing - A Resolution and an Ordinance Adopting the Updated California and
International Building and Fire Codes with Local Conditions Amendments and Requisite
Findings
Public Notice published in the Orange County Reporter on November 25, 2022.
Department(s): Planning and Building Agency, Orange County Fire Authority
Recommended Action: 1. Find that the proposed Ordinance is exempt under the
provision of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) pursuant to CEQA
Guidelines section 15061(b)(3).
2. Resolution No. 2022-097— Adopt a resolution of the City Council setting forth findings for
required amendments, modifications and changes with respect to the local climatic,
geographical and topographical conditions within the City of Santa Ana to the California
Building, Residential, Green Standards, Energy, Electrical, Mechanical, Plumbing, and Fire
Codes as amended by the State of California.
3. Approve first reading of an ordinance amending Chapters 8 and 14 of the Santa Ana
Municipal Code adopting the State Building Regulations, including the 2021 International
Property Maintenance Code, and certain modifications and changes with respect to local
climatic, geographical and topographical conditions with the City of Santa Ana to the
California Building, Existing Building, Residential, Green Standards, Electrical, Mechanical,
Plumbing, Energy, Historical Building, and Fire Codes as amended by the State of
California.
MINUTES: Mayor Sarmiento opened the Public Hearing at 8:02 P.M. and, seeing no
questions or comments, closed the Public Hearing at 8: 03 P.M.
MOTION: Moved by Councilmember Penaloza, seconded by Councilmember
Phan to Approve Public Hearing Item No. 27.
YES: 5 — Councilmember Lopez, — Councilmember Mendoza, — Councilmember Penaloza,
— Councilmember Phan, — Mayor Sarmiento
NO: 0
ABSTAIN: 0
ABSENT: 2 — Councilmember Hernandez, — Mayor Pro Tem Bacerra
Status: 5-0— 0-2 — Pass
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28. Zoning Ordinance Amendment No. 2022-06 — An Urgency Ordinance of the City Council of
the City of Santa Ana amending Article II (Use Districts) of Chapter 41 (Zoning) of the Santa
Ana Municipal Code Relating to Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) in Compliance with
Changes to State ADU Law Enacted Under Assembly Bill 2221 and Senate Bill 897 That Will
Take Effect on January 1, 2023
Public Notice published in the Orange County Reporter on November 25, 2022.
Department(s): Planning and Building Agency
Recommended Action: Ordinance No. NS-3030 —Approve Zoning Ordinance
Amendment No. 2022-06 and adopt the Urgency Ordinance by two-thirds (2/3) vote to
amend Article II (Use Districts) of Chapter 41 (Zoning) of the Santa Ana Municipal Code
related to accessory dwelling units. (Requires five affirmative votes)
MINUTES: Director of Planning and Building Minh Thai provided a brief presentation.
Mayor Sarmiento opened the Public Hearing at 8:12 P.M. and, seeing no questions or
comments, closed the Public Hearing at 8:13 P.M.
Mayor Pro Tem Bacerra spoke in favor of the item and thanked all of the Planning and
Building staff for their efforts.
Councilmember Phan spoke in favor of the item and wished to remind the public that the
proposed amendment is state mandated.
MOTION: Moved by Councilmember Phan, seconded by Councilmember
Hernandez to adopt the ordinance.
YES: 7 — Councilmember Hernandez, — Councilmember Lopez, — Councilmember Mendoza,
— Councilmember Penaloza, — Councilmember Phan, — Mayor Pro Tem Bacerra, — Mayor
Sarmiento
NO: 0
ABSTAIN: 0
ABSENT: 0
Status: 7-0— 0-0— Pass
29. Public Hearing - Zoning Ordinance Amendments (ZOAs) Nos. 2022-04 and 2022-05
Amending Chapter 41 of the Santa Ana Municipal Code to Establish Permit Requirements
and Standards for the Development of Outdoor Dining Areas and the Operation of Mobile
Food Trucks on Private Properties
Public Notice published in the Orange County Reporter on November 25, 2022.
Department(s): Planning and Building Agency
Recommended Action: 1. Find and determine that the adoption of these ordinances are
exempt from further review under the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) pursuant
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to sections 15060(c)(2) and 15060(c)(3) of the CEQA Guidelines, as amended from time to
time; and
2. Approve first reading of an ordinance approving Zoning Ordinance Amendment No.
2022-04 establishing permit requirements and development and operational standards for
outdoor dining areas on private properties; and
3. Approve first reading of an ordinance approving Zoning Ordinance Amendment No.
2022-05 establishing permit requirements and operational standards for the operation of
mobile food trucks on private properties.
MINUTES: Director of Planning and Building Minh Thai provided a brief presentation.
Mayor Sarmiento opened the Public Hearing at 8:26 P.M.
Roberto Guzman (translation: Spanish), member of the Orange County Business
Association, spoke in support of Item 30 and thanked Minh Thai and Alvaro Nunez from
the Planning and Building Department for their assistance.
Mayor Sarmiento closed the Public Hearing at 8:29 P.M.
Mayor Pro Tern Bacerra requested that Ordinance Sec. 21-2304: "all specific
development and specific plan areas that have similar zones" be further clarified.
MOTION: Moved by Councilmember Phan, seconded by Councilmember Penaloza
to approve the recommended actions of Public Hearing Item No. 29.
YES: 6 — Councilmember Hernandez, — Councilmember Mendoza, — Councilmember
Penaloza, — Councilmember Phan, — Mayor Pro Tern Bacerra, — Mayor Sarmiento
NO: 0
ABSTAIN: 0
ABSENT: 1 — Councilmember Lopez
Status: 6-0-0— 1 — Pass
CITY MANAGER COMMENTS
City Manager Kristine Ridge provided the following community announcements:
The main library has expanded its hours of operation by eight (8) additional hours: Monday
through Thursday 10:00 A.M. to 8:00 P.M., and Friday and Saturday 10:00 A.M. to 6:00
P.M. with additional hours also added at Newhope Library.
The City will be hosting the 2nd Annual Winter Village from December 8, 2022, through
January 8, 2023.
The citywide transition for security services to Lyons Security has been completed and
includes greater integration with the MySantaAna app.
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COUNCILMEMBER REQUESTED ITEMS
30. Discuss and Consider Directing the City Manager to Direct Staff to Evaluate the Current
Vacant Property Registration Requirements and Return with Recommendations to
Enhance its Effectiveness and/or Other Options to Address Both Vacant Structures and
Land — Councilmember Lopez
MINUTES: Item 30 was heard out of order after the City Manager comments.
Councilmember Lopez provided a brief summary of the item.
Councilmember Hernandez spoke in support of the item.
Mayor Pro Tem Bacerra spoke on the current foreclosure, abandoned, and vacant
property registry and requested staff research which portions of the registry have been
successful and what improvements can be made.
Councilmember Phan spoke in support of the item and requested staff adhere to the
councilmember requested item policy and include a one page informational report.
COUNCIL COMMENTS
AB1234 DISCLOSURE — If the City paid for travel or other expenses this is the time for
members of the Council to provide a brief oral report on the attendance of any regional board
or commission meeting or any conference, meeting or event attended.
Councilmember Hernandez thanked Mayor Sarmiento for his service and leadership. He also
announced that he would be partnering with the local non-profit 1901 Project's upcoming toy
drive on Saturday, December 10, 202Z and provided comments on various other community
events.
Councilmember Lopez announced that on December 10, 2022 John Muir Elementary would be
hosting a family movie night. She provided closing comments and thanked Mayor Sarmiento
for his service to the City of Santa Ana.
Councilmember Mendoza congratulated Mayor Sarmiento for his new position as County
Supervisor Elect and thanked staff for all of their hard work and dedication.
Councilmember Penaloza — AB 1234 Disclosure The City of Santa Ana paid for his travel
expenses to visit Sacramento for the swearing -in ceremonies of Congressman Thomas
Umberg and Assemblymen Avelino Valencia.
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Councilmember Phan provided various community announcements and requested Council
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adjourn the meeting in honor of Nguyen Thi Hung.
Mayor Pro Tem Bacerra announced that his monthly community office hours will be on
December 10, 2022 at Thornton Park.
Mayor Sarmiento thanked staff and the Council for all their hard work and working alongside
him in serving the residents of the City of Santa Ana.
ADJOURNMENT — Adjourn the City Council meeting.
MINUTES: Mayor Sarmiento adjourned the Regular City Council meeting at 9:06 P.M. in
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memory of Nguyen Thi Huang.
Respectfully Submitted,
Jennifer L. Hall, CMC
City Clerk
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DRAFT Minutes of the Special Meeting
CALL TO ORDER
ATTENDANCE
of the City Council
City of Santa Ana, California
lit
December 13, 2022
SPECIAL MEETING — 6:00 PM
CITY COUNCIL CHAMBER
22 Civic Center Plaza, Santa Ana, CA 92701
Councilmembers
Mayor Pro Tern
Mayor
City Manager
City Attorney
Acting Clerk of the
Council
Johnathan Ryan Hernandez
Jessie Lopez
Nel ida Mendoza
David Penaloza
Thai Viet Phan
Phil Bacerra
Vicente Sarmiento
Kristine Ridge
Sonia R. Carvalho
Norma Orozco
MINUTES: Mayor Sarmiento called the Special City Council meeting to order at 5:15
P.M.. welcomed special guests, and provided opening remarks.
City Council 1 12/13/2022
2020=2022 CITY COUNCIL
ROLL CALL
MINUTES: Acting Clerk of the Council Norma Orozco conducted roll call.
Councilmembers Hernandez, Lopez, Mendoza, Penaloza, and Phan, Mayor Pro Tem
Bacerra, and Mayor Sarmiento were all present in person.
PRESENTATION OF THE COLORS
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
NATIONAL ANTHEM
WORDS OF INSPIRATION
PUBLIC COMMENT — Agendized items only.
Honor Guard, Santa Ana Police
Department
Kaiya Gonzales
Olivia Langford
Pastor Nati Alvarado
MINUTES: Fernando Delgado spoke of his love for the City of Santa Ana, the positive
change the current Council has made in the City, and wished the outgoing
councilmembers a bright future.
Theodora Mendez (translation: Spanish) wished incoming Councilmember Vazquez
and Mayor Amezcua a warm welcome and expressed interest in working together to
strive for a more equitable and just City of Santa Ana.
Adelaida Mateo (translation: Spanish) spoke about her experience learning of the
tenant's' rights in the City of Santa Ana and thanked Councilmember Lopez for her
advocacy.
Senator Tom Umberg thanked Councilmember Mendoza and Mayor Sarmiento for their
leadership and hard work while serving on the Council. He welcomed Mayor -Elect
Amezcua and expressed excitement for their future partnership in ensuring the
community continues to grow and thrive.
BUSINESS CALENDAR
1. Resolution Declaring the November 8, 2022 General Municipal Election Results -
Measures W and X and the Election of Certain Officers
Department(s): Clerk of the Council Office
Recommended Action: 1.Resolution No. 2022-096 - Adopt a resolution
declaring the results of the General Municipal Election held in the City on
November 8, 2022.
2. Execute Ordinance No. NS-3031 approved by the voters amending Articles IV,
IX, and X of Chapter 21 of the Santa Ana Municipal Code to restructure non -
cannabis business license tax rates and adding Article XIV to Chapter 21 of the
Santa Ana Municipal Code to provide a Flexible Tax Holiday for unlicensed, past
due, or underassesed businesses (Measure W).
3. Authorize submission to the Secretary of State, for acceptance and
filing, Amendments to the Santa Ana City Charter approved by the voters
imposing a lifetime ban for the Mayor after 4 terms and a lifetime ban for
Councilmembers after completion of 3 terms, requiring approval of 2/3 of the City
Council to adopt a budget, expanding the application of the Code of Ethics,
utilizing gender neutral language throughout the Charter, changing references to
the "Clerk of Council" to "City Clerk" and making other minor updates (Measure
X).
Moved by Councilmember Hernandez, seconded by Councilmember Phan
to approve.
YES: 7 - Councilmember Hernandez,
Mendoza, Councilmember Penaloza,
Bacerra, - Mayor Sarmiento
NO: 0
ABSTAIN: 0
ABSENT: 0
Status: 7- 0- 0 - 0 - Pass
PRESENTATION
- Councilmember Lopez, - Councilmember
- Councilmember Phan, - Mayor Pro Tem
City Tiles presented to Mayor Vicente Sarmiento and Councilmember Nelida
Mendoza for their exceptional service to the residents of the City of Santa Ana during
their tenure.
MINUTES: Mayor Pro Tem Bacerra presented Councilmember Mendoza a City Tile in
honor of her service to residents of the City of Santa Ana.
Councilmember Mendoza spoke of her experience serving on the Council, thanked
staff for all of their hard work, and expressed gratitude to the residents of Santa Ana
who elected her. She expressed support for labor and downtown businesses.
Mayor Pro Tem Bacerra presented Mayor Sarmiento a City Tile in honor of his service
to the residents of the City of Santa Ana.
Mayor Sarmiento provided outgoing remarks, acknowledged his family, and thanked
staff for all of their help. He noted the historic aspect of this transition and welcomed
Mayor -elect Amezcua and Councilmember-elect Vazquez.
A video was shown highlighting Mayor Sarmiento's years of service.
Mayor Sarmiento passed the gavel to Acting Clerk of the Council Norma Orozco.
OATH OF OFFICE ADMINISTERED TO OFFICERS ELECTED
NAME
Benjamin Vazquez
TITLE
Councilmember, Ward 2
The oath of office was administered by Alexia Hernandez.
Phil Bacerra
Councilmember, Ward 4
The oath of office was administered by Acting Clerk of the Council Norma Orozco.
David Penaloza
Councilmember, Ward 6
The oath of office was administered by Assemblymember Avelino Valencia.
Valerie Amezcua
Mayor
The oath of office was administered by Alfredo M. Amezcua Esq.
2022=2024 CITY COUNCIL
CALL TO ORDER
Acting Clerk of the Council Norma Orozco introduced and convened the 2022 — 2024
City Council at 6: 39 P.M.
ATTENDANCE
Councilmembers
Mayor Pro Tern
Mayor
City Manager
City Attorney
Acting Clerk of the
Council
Johnathan Ryan Hernandez
Jessie Lopez
David Penaloza
Thai Viet Phan
Benjamin Vazquez
Phil Bacerra
Valerie Amezcua
Kristine Ridge
Sonia R. Carvalho
Norma Orozco
ROLL CALL
MINUTES: Acting Clerk of the Council Norma Orozco conducted roll call. All
councilmembers were present in person.
BUSINESS CALENDAR
2. Election of Mayor Pro Tem for 2023
Department(s): Clerk of the Council Office
Recommended Action: It is recommended that:
1. The Mayor calls for nominations for Mayor Pro Tem Position.
2. The Mayor closes nominations for position.
3. The Mayor declares the result of the election.
MOTION: Mayor Pro Tem Bacerra nominated Councilmember Jessie Lopez,
seconded by Councilmember Penaloza. Councilmember Lopez accepted the
nomination.
YES: 7 - Councilmember Hernandez, - Councilmember Lopez, Councilmember
Penaloza, - Councilmember Phan, - Councilmember Vazquez, - Mayor Pro Tem
Bacerra, - Mayor Amezcua
NO: 0
ABSTAIN: 0
ABSENT: 0
Status: 7- 0- 0 - 0 - Pass
**END OF BUSINESS CALENDAR**
COUNCIL COMMENTS
Mayor Pro Tem Bacerra provided closing remarks.
Councilmember Hernandez provided closing remarks.
Councilmember Phan provided closing comments.
Councilmember Lopez provided closing remarks.
Councilmember Penaloza provided closing remarks.
Councilmember Vazquez provided closing remarks.
Mayor Amezcua provided closing remarks.
ADJOURNMENT — Adjourn the special city council meeting.
MINUTES: Mayor Amezcua adjourned the meeting at 8:03 P.M.
Respectfully submitted,
Jennifer L. Hall, CMC
City Clerk