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MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING
OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA ANA
SANTA ANA, CALIFORNIA
JANUARY 2, 2007
CALLED TO ORDER
COUNCIL CHAMBERS
22 CIVIC CENTER PLAZA
SANTA ANA, CALIFORNIA
6:30 P.M.
ATTENDANCE:
COUNCILMEMBERS Present:
MIGUEL PULIDO, Mayor
CARLOS BUSTAMANTE, Mayor Pro Tem
CLAUDIA ALVAREZ
DAVID BENAVIDES
MICHELE MARTINEZ
SAL TINAJERO
STAFF Present:
DAVID N. REAM, City Manager
CATHY STANDIFORD, Assistant City Manager
JOSEPH W. FLETCHER, City Attorney
PATRICIA E. HEALY, Clerk of the Council
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
MAYOR PULIDO
INVOCATION
Gary Tucker, Police Chaplain
EMPLOYEE SERVICE AWARDS
MAYOR PULIDO
20 YEARS OF SERVICE
Tammy R. Franks
Steven J. Gutmann
Police Lieutenant, Police Department
Supervisor of Inspections, Planning & Building
25 YEARS OF SERVICE
Daniel T. McDermott
Police Sergeant, Police Department
SPECIAL PRESENTATION
Target Stores presentation to the Santa Ana Police Department and information on the
Target and Blue Law Enforcement Grant
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PRESENTATIONS
Proclamation presented by MAYOR PRO TEM BUSTAMANTE to Ralph Allen for
receiving the 25-year award from the Orange County Chapter of American Institute of
Architects
Certificate of Recognition presented by COUNCILMEMBER BENAVIDES to James
Kendrick and Mary Guzman for their contributions to the 5th Annual Wilshire Square
Christmas Parade
Certificates of Recognition presented by COUNCILMEMBER BENAVIDES to major
sponsors for their contributions to the 220d Annual Children's Winter Holiday Party
CONSENT CALENDAR
Mayor Pulido announced the following modifications to the Consent Calendar:
. Councilmember Claudia Alvarez pulled item 22.B. for separate discussion
Motion: Approve staff recommendations on the following Consent Calendar
Items.
MOTION: Alvarez
SECOND: Martinez
VOTE:
AYES:
Alvarez, Benavides, Bustamante, Martinez,
Pulido, Tinajero (6)
NOES: None (0)
ABSTAIN: None (0)
ABSENT: None (0)
Items removed for separate action or modified are highlighted. Separate actions show
the actual vote. Items without votes are adopted as part of the consent motion.
ADMINISTRATIVE MATTERS
MINUTES
Motion: Approve minutes. (Item 10.A. -10.D.)
10A SPECIAL MEETING MINUTES OF DECEMBER 18, 2006
10.B. ADJOURNED REGULAR MEETING OF DECEMBER 18, 2006
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CONSENT CALENDAR
10.C. REGULAR MEETING OF DECEMBER 18,2006
10.D. SPECIAL MEETING MINUTES OF DECEMBER 27, 2006
BOARDS/COMMISSIONS/COMMITTEES
13.A. VACANCY REPORT - DECEMBER 29, 2006
Motion: The Vacancy Report reflects only appointments made by the Council.
BOARD/COMMISSION
Community Redevelopment /
Housing Commission
Environmental & Transportation
Committee
Youth Commission - Regular
Youth Commission - Alternate
Board of Parks & Recreation
Library
Planning Commission
TOTAL
BOARD/COMMISSION
Community Redevelopment /
Housing Commission
Environmental & Transportation
Cornrn ittee
Historic Resources Commission
Human Relations Commission
Library Board
Parks & Recreation Board
Personnel Board
Planning Commission
Youth Commission - Reguiar
Youth Commission - Alternate
TOTAL
CLERK OF THE COUNCIL POSTING REPORT
VACANCIES
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
7
EXPIRED
TERMS
4
4
4
5
4
4
4
4
4
4
41
WARD
Tenant
5
5
3
6
5
1
WARD
2,4, 6 & Mayor
2,4, 6 & Mayor
2,4, 6 & Mayor
2,4,6, Mayor &
At Large
2,4, 6 & Mayor
2,4, 6 & Mayor
2,4,6 & Mayor
2,4, 6 & Mayor
2,4, 6 & Mayor
2,4, 6 & Mayor
The following notices were posted pursuant to the Brown Act and the Maddy Act. Council
Agendas and Board and Commission resignations are posted on the door of the Council
Chambers at 22 Civic Center Plaza and Committee Agendas on the door of City Hall at 20
Civic Center Plaza.
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CONSENT CALENDAR
Motion: Instruct Clerk to enter postings into the Minutes. (Items 15.A. through
15.E.)
15.A.
15.B.
15C
15.0.
15.E.
Council MeetinQ AQendas MeetinQ Date
City Council Agenda 12/18/06
Revised City Council Agenda 12/18/06
City Council - Adjourned Regular 12/18/06
Meeting Agenda
City Council Special Meeting 12/18/06
City Council Special Meeting 12/27/06
MAYORAL PROCLAMATIONS / CERTIFICATES
Posted
12/14/06
12/15/06
12/15/06
Time
12:05 p.m.
4:30 p.m.
4:30 p.m.
12/15/06
12/26/06
4:30 p.m.
3:30 p.m.
Motion: Declare and instruct clerk to enter proclamations/certificates into the
Minutes. (Items 16.A. through 16.B.)
16.A.
16.B
Honoree
Bill Cook-- Contributions to the Santa Ana White
Monarchs Football Team
Arbor Day
MISCELLANEOUS ADMINISTRATION
19.A. CLOSED SESSION REPORT
Motion: Approve settlement.
Claimant: Articia Dottin, Claim No. 2006-092
Compromise and Release $6,620
19.B. EXCUSED ABSENCES - None
Date
12/18/06
12/26/06
19.C. DESTRUCTION OF OBSOLETE CITY RECORDS
Motion: Approve the requests for the destruction of obsolete records from
various City departments in accordance with the retention schedule
outlined in City Council Resolution 2006-045
BUDGETARY MATTERS
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CONSENT CALENDAR
SPECIFICATIONS - PURCHASE OF EQUIPMENT AND SERVICES
Motion: Award in accordance with Requests for Council Action. (Items 22.A.
through 22.H.)
22.A. SPEC. NO. 03-095 - LOCKSMITH SERVICES - Renew the contracts for
locksmith services for a one-year period in a total annual aggregate amount
not to exceed $60,000 with:
Vendor:
Civic Center Lock and Safe
Hill's Bros. Lock & Safe, Inc.
Location:
Santa Ana
Garden Grove
22.B. SPEC. NO. 04-132 WEEKEND AND HOLIDAY GRAFFITI REMOVAL -
PUBLIC WORKS AGENCY - Renew the contract with Graffiti Protective
Coatings, Inc., for a one-year period, in an annual amount not to exceed
$100,000 - Finance and Management Services Agency
Motion: Award in accordance with the Request for Council Action and instruct
staff to provide the following lists: sites that are cleaned within a 24-
hour period, sites that are frequently targeted for graffiti and additional
methods to improve service.
MOTION: Alvarez
SECOND: Tinajero
VOTE:
AYES:
Alvarez, Benavides, Bustamante, Martinez,
Pulido, Tinajero (6)
NOES: None (0)
ABSTAIN: None (0)
ABSENT: None (0)
22.C. SPEC. NO. 06-167 - LIBRARY CATALOGING AND PURCHASE OF
BOOKS AND MATERIALS - LIBRARY - Award contracts for a one-year
period with provision for four, one-year renewals in the annual amounts as
follows:
Vendor:
Brodart Co.
Ingram Library
Services, Inc.
Location:
Williamsport, PA
La Vergne, TN
Amount:
$540,000
$ 40,000
22.0. SPEC. NO. 06-176 - FIRE DOOR
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CONSENT CALENDAR
Motion: 1.
Reject the bids from West Coast Door, Inc. and Overhead Door
Systems, Inc. as nonresponsive.
2.
Award a contract to Commercial Door of Orange County, Inc. for
a fire door in an amount not to exceed $20,000
22.E SPEC. NO. 06-191 - DIESEL FUEL - Award a contract to SC Fuels for a
one-year period in the annual amount not to exceed $325,000 - Finance and
Management Services Agency
22.F. SPEC. NO. 06-192 - LIBRARY MAGAZINE SUBSCRIPTION SERVICE -
LIBRARY - Award a contract to Ebsco Subscription Services for a three-
year period in an amount not to exceed $45,000 annually - Finance and
Management Services Agency
22.G. SPEC. NO. 06-193 - TRANSMISSION AND GENERATOR REPAIRS -
Amend the contract with Valley Power Systems, Inc., to increase the
aggregate limit by $15,000 in an annual amount not to exceed $25,000 -
Finance and Management Services Agency
22.H. SPEC. NO. 06-183 BOILER REPLACEMENT - Award a contract to
Adelphia, Inc. d/b/a/ Chandler's Air Conditioning and Refrigeration in an
amount not to exceed $24,000 - Finance and Management Services Agency
AGREEMENTS
Motion: Direct the City Attorney to prepare and authorize the City Manager and
Clerk of the Council to execute agreements. (Items 25.A. through
25.C.)
25.A. AGMT 2007-001 - LEASED COPIER AND MAINTENANCE AND
SUPPLIES (SPEC NO. 06-194) - With Danka Office Imaging Company for a
three-year period and for full maintenance and supplies in an annual
amount not to exceed $11,000 - Finance and Management Services Agency
25.B. AGMT 2007-002 - INTEGRATED VOTING MANAGEMENT SYSTEM -
With Granicus in the amount of $100,000 - Clerk of the Council Office
25.C. AGMT 2007-003 - ELEVATOR MAINTENANCE - With Otis Elevators for a
two-year period with options for two one-year renewals in the annual
amount not to exceed $59,928 - Police Department
LAND USE MATTERS
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CONSENT CALENDAR
CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT I VARIANCES
31.A. VARIANCE NO. 2006-14 -100 SOUTH MAIN STREET
Filed by Caribou Industries, to vary from the sign code and allow an
additional wall sign on the north elevation of Original Mike's restaurant at
100 South Main Street
Recommended action approved by the Planning Commission at its
December 11, 2006 meeting by a vote of 4-0 (Leo absent, Betancourt
abstained)
Applicant: Caribou Industries
Motion: Receive and file the staff report approving Variance No. 2006-14 as
conditioned and revocation of Variance No, 2004-07 (E) for the cabinet
sign on the east elevation and Variance No. 2004-07 (F) for the painted
wall sign on the west elevation.
""END OF CONSENT CALENDAR""
BUSINESS CALENDAR
55.A. RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING PARTICIPATION IN THE CALIFORNIA
STATE PARKS HABITAT CONSERVATION FUND PROGRAM
Motion: Adopt resolutions.
RESOLUTION 2007-004 - A resolution of the City Council of the City of
Santa Ana approving the application for grant funds for the local agency
grant program FY2007 -2008 under the Habitat Conservation Fund Program
of the California Wildlife Protection Act of 1990 for the McFadden Triangle
Habitat Restoration Project
RESOLUTION 2007-005- A resolution of the City Council of the City of
Santa Ana approving the application for grant funds for the local agency
grant program FY2007-2008 under the Habitat Conservation Fund Program
of the California Wildlife Protection Act of 1990 for the Cienega de las
Ranas Habitat Restoration Project at Thornton Park
RESOLUTION 2007-006 - A resolution of the City Council of the City of
Santa Ana approving the application for grant funds for the local agency
grant program FY2007-2008 under the Habitat Conservation Fund Program
of the California Wildlife Protection Act of 1990 for the Centennial Peninsula
Waterfowl Sanctuary Project at Centennial Park
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BUSINESS CALENDAR
MOTION: Alvarez
SECOND: Tinajero
VOTE:
AYES:
Alvarez, Benavides, Bustamante, Martinez,
Pulido, Tinajero (6)
NOES: None (0)
ABSTAIN: None (0)
ABSENT: None (0)
55B RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING PARTICIPATION IN THE STATE OF
CALIFORNIA RECREATIONAL TRAILS PROGRAM
Motion: Adopt resolutions.
RESOLUTION 2007-007 - A resolution of the City Council of the City of
Santa Ana approving the application for grant funds from the Recreational
Traiis Program for the enhancement of the Fairview Triangle adjacent to the
Santa Ana River
RESOLUTION 2007-008 - A resolution of the City Councii of the City of
Santa Ana approving the application for grant funds from the Recreational
Trails Program to improve the Raitt Street Bike Trail
MOTION: Alvarez
SECOND: Tinajero
VOTE:
AYES:
Alvarez, Benavides, Bustamante, Martinez,
Pulido, Tinajero (6)
NOES: None (0)
ABSTAIN: None (0)
ABSENT: None (0)
55.C. RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING PARTICIPATION IN THE FEMA PRE-
DISASTER MITIGATION GRANT PROGRAM
Motion: Adopt resolutions.
RESOLUTION 2007-001 - A resolution of the City Council of the City of
Santa Ana authorizing the filing of a Federal Emergency Management
Agency (FEMA) Pre-Disaster Mitigation Grant application for a Seismic
Mitigation Project for St. Joseph Hospital of Orange-Main Building
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BUSINESS CALENDAR
RESOLUTION 2007-002 - A resolution of the City Council of the City of
Santa Ana authorizing the filing of a Federal Emergency Management
Agency (FEMA) Pre-Disaster Mitigation Grant application for a Seismic
Mitigation Project for SI. Joseph Hospital of Orange-EastNVest Building
RESOLUTION 2007-003 - A resolution of the City Council of the City of
Santa Ana authorizing the filing of a Federal Emergency Management
Agency (FEMA) Pre-Disaster Mitigation Grant application for a Seismic
Mitigation Project for SI. Joseph Hospital of Orange-South Building
MOTION: Tinajero
SECOND: Alvarez
VOTE:
AYES:
Alvarez, Benavides, Bustamante, Martinez,
Pulido, Tinajero (6)
NOES: None (0)
ABSTAIN: None (0)
ABSENT: None (0)
55.D. RESOLUTION - DESIGNATION OF SIX WARD SEATS AND ONE CITY-
WIDE SEAT ON THE VARIOUS BOARDS, COMMISSIONS, AND
COMMITTEES OF THE CITY
Motion: Adopt resolution.
RESOLUTION 2007-009 - A resolution of the City Council of the City of
Santa Ana designating six ward seats and one City-wide seat on various
boards, commissions and committees of the City
MOTION: Alvarez
SECOND: Tinajero
VOTE:
AYES:
Alvarez, Benavides, Bustamante, Martinez,
Pulido, Tinajero (6)
NOES: None (0)
ABSTAIN: None (0)
ABSENT: None (0)
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BUSINESS CALENDAR
REPORTS
65.A. UPDATE ON RESIDENTIAL STREETS - JIM ROSS, EXECUTIVE
DIRECTOR OF PUBLIC WORKS AGENCY
Motion: Continue to 30 days pursuant to request from staff
MOTION: Bustamante
SECOND: Alvarez
VOTE:
AYES:
Alvarez, Benavides, Bustamante, Martinez,
Pulido, Tinajero (6)
NOES: None (0)
ABSTAIN: None (0)
ABSENT: None (0)
65.B. WARD 1 COUNCILMEMBER VACANCY CONTINUATION OF
DISCUSSION AND POTENTIAL APPOINTMENT - CLERK OF THE
COUNCIL OFFICE
Continued from the Special Meeting of December 27,2006
Stanley Fiala recommended that the Council make an appointment; Rose
Vasquez supported candidate Jose Rea; Glen Stroud raised questions
relative to the process; and Nelida Yanez recommended that the Council
make an appointment to avoid the cost of a special election.
The Mayor called for nominations for the Office of Councilmember, Ward 1.
Councilmember Tinajero nominated Deborah Vasquez, and the motion was
seconded by Councilmember Alvarez.
Motion: Appoint Deborah Vasquez to the vacant Office of Councilmember,
Ward 1.
MOTION: Tinajero
SECOND: Alvarez
VOTE:
AYES:
Alvarez, Martinez, Tinajero (3)
NOES: Benavides, Bustamante, Pulido (3)
ABSTAIN: None (0)
ABSENT: None (0)
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BUSINESS CALENDAR
Motion to appoint Deborah Vasquez to the vacant office of Councilmember
failed of adoption: Councilmember Benavides nominated Vincent F.
Sarmiento, and the motion was seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Bustamante.
Motion: Appoint Vincent F. Sarmiento to the vacant Office of Councilmember,
Ward 1.
MOTION: Benavides
SECOND: Bustamante
VOTE:
AYES:
Benavides, Bustamante, Tinajero, Pulido (4)
NOES: Alvarez, Martinez (2)
ABSTAIN: None (0)
ABSENT: None (0)
The Mayor announced that Vincent F. Sarmiento was appointed to the
Office of Councilmember Ward 1, by a vote of 4-2.
Newly appointed Councilmember Vincent F. Sarmiento was sworn in
by the Clerk of the Council and took his place on the dais, however, he
did not participate in any discussion or votes during the remainder of
the meeting.
COUNCIL RECESSED TO THE COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY MEETING
FOLLOWED BY THE HOUSING AUTHORITY MEETING AT 7:12 P.M.
COUNCIL RECONVENED WITH ALL MEMBERS PRESENT AT 7:17 P.M.
80A CONTRACT AWARD FOR MCFADDEN AND EDINGER AVENUES, AND
HOTEL TERRACE PAVEMENT REHABILITATION (PROJECT NOS. 06-
1020,06-1709,06-1716, AND 07-8055)
Motion: 1. Award a contract to R.J. Noble Company, the lowest responsible
bidder, in accordance with unit bid prices in the estimated amount
of $1,777,968 for construction of McFadden and Edinger Avenues,
and Hotel Terrace Pavement Rehabilitation.
2. Approve a Funding Analysis with a total estimated construction
cost of $2,149,700.
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3. Direct the City Attorney to prepare and authorize the City Manager
to execute a Cooperative Agreement between the Community
Redevelopment Agency of the City of Santa Ana and the City of
Santa Ana in the amount of $400,000 for Hotel Terrace Public
Improvements.
MOTION: Alvarez SECOND: Benavides
VOTE: AYES: Alvarez, Benavides, Bustamante, Martinez,
Pulido, Tinajero (6)
NOES: None (0)
ABSTAIN: None (0)
ABSENT: None (0)
COUNCIL AGENDA ITEMS
Pursuant to Charter Section 411, any member of the City Council may place items on the
City Council Agenda to be considered by the City Council.
85.A. ESTABLISHMENT OF A GANG PREVENTION AND INTERVENTION
COMMISSION (MARTINEZ, ALVAREZ, TINAJERO)
Amin David recommended that the City Council, in addition to establishing a
Commission, take steps to establish a Police Activities league, after-school
hour centers near schools, and provide funds to open the library in the after-
school hours; Melanie Flores related her experiences as a youth advocate
in Orange County; Ross Romero stated that he was alarmed by the
increased amount of graffiti; and, Alfredo Amezcua spoke of the importance
of the establishment of the gang prevention and intervention commission.
Stanley Fiala spoke in opposition to the formation of the Commission;
Council discussion ensued.
Motion: Establish a Commission to address issues related to gang prevention
and intervention and instruct staff to review the structure of the
proposed commission and prepare a resolution for Council
consideration in two weeks.
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COUNCIL AGENDA ITEMS
MOTION: Martinez
SECOND: Alvarez
VOTE:
AYES:
Alvarez, Benavides, Bustamante, Martinez,
Pulido, Tinajero (6)
NOES: None (0)
ABSTAIN: None (0)
ABSENT: None (0)
85.B. DISCUSSION OF PROPOSED ORDINANCE ESTABLISHING
REGULATION OF SUPERSTORES IN THE CITY OF SANTA ANA
(ALVAREZ, MARTINEZ, TINAJERO)
Stanley Fiala spoke in opposition to regulation of superstores in the City
Motion: Instruct staff to schedule a public hearing on January 16, 2007 for the
proposed ordinance regarding superstores in the City of Santa Ana.
MOTION: Alvarez
SECOND: Tinajero
VOTE:
AYES:
Alvarez, Benavides, Martinez, Pulido, Tinajero
(5)
NOES: Bustamante (1)
ABSTAIN: None (0)
ABSENT: None (0)
COMMENTS
90.A. PUBLIC COMMENTS
Roy Alvarado addressed concerns about conditions in the Santa Anita
Neighborhood that have not been resolved by the City
Lisann Martinez raised concerns about the growing gang problem in the City
Mario Guerrero thanked the Council for taking the action relative to the
formation of a commission to address gang prevention and intervention
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COMMENTS
90.B. CITY COUNCIL COMMENTS
Councilmember Sarmiento
. Thanked his family for their patience during the appointment process for
filling the Ward 1 vacancy and noted that he accepted the position with
humility
. Noted that he had a strong commitment to stay in Santa Ana and
expressed hope that he would earn his colleagues confidence and trust
Councilmember Martinez
. Welcomed Council member Sarmiento to the team
. Asked staff to give the Council a status report on the issues in the Santa
Anita neighborhood, and further asked staff to meet with the
neighborhood association
. Noted that she wanted Item 31A brought back to the City Council if the
conditions were not met by the applicant
. Encouraged residents to participate in city government in the upcoming
year
Mavor Pro Tem Bustamante
. Congratulated and welcomed newly appointed Councilmember Vincent
Sarmiento
. Noted that a community bank was coming to Santa Ana
. Wished everyone a happy 2007
Councilmember Alvarez
. Welcomed Councilmember Sarmiento and congratulated the Council for
saving over $340,000 in special election costs
. Wished everyone a happy new year
Councilmember Benavides
. Asked staff to prepare Information advising citizens what materials are
recyclable and which ones are not
. Congratulated Councilmember Tinajero on the birth of his daughter
. Asked the Council to adjourn in memory of Katherine Garcia, mother of
former Councilmernber Mike Garcia
Councilmember Tinaiero
. Welcomed Councilmember Sarmiento
. Asked staff to identify funding that would have been required if a special
election was called, and look at ways this money could benefit the
community such as entering into joint use agreements with the school
district relative to expansion of library services
. Wished everyone a happy new year
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COMMENTS
Mavor Pulido
. Congratulated Councilmember Sarmiento
. Thanked all the candidates for their interest in serving on the City Council
. Asked the Council to adjourn in memory of William "Bill" Dietrich and
former U,S, President Gerald R, Ford
ADJOURNMENT. 8:28 p,m,
IN MEMORY OF
William "Bill" Dietrich
Katherine Garcia
Former U,S, President Gerald R, Ford
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Clerk of the Council
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