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April 21 , 2026
CLOSED SESSION MEETING - 4:00 P.M.
REGULAR OPEN MEETING - 5:30 P.M.
(Immediately following the Closed Session Meeting)
CITY COUNCIL CHAMBER
22 Civic Center Plaza Santa Ana, CA 92701
CLOSED SESSION
CALL TO ORDER
MINUTES: Mayor Amezcua called the Closed Session meeting to order at 4:09 P.M.
ATTENDANCE Council Members Phil Bacerra
Johnathan Ryan Hernandez
Jessie Lopez
Thai Viet Phan
Benjamin Vazquez
Mayor Pro Tern David Penaloza
Mayor Valerie Amezcua
City Manager Alvaro Nunez
City Attorney Sonia R. Carvalho
City Clerk Jennifer L. Hall
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ROLL CALL
MINUTES: City Clerk Jennifer L. Hall conducted roll call.
Councilmembers Phan, and Vazquez, Mayor Pro Tem Penaloza, and Mayor Amezcua
were present. Councilmembers Bacerra, Hernandez, and Lopez joined during Closed
Session.
ADDITIONS\DELETIONS TO CLOSED SESSION
MINUTES: None.
PUBLIC COMMENTS-- Members of the public may address the City Council on Closed
Session items.
MINUTES: None.
RECESS — City Council will recess to Closed Session for the purpose of conducting
regular City business.
MINUTES: MayorAmezcua recessed to consider the Closed Session items at 4:10 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. In re National Prescription Opiate Litigation, United States District Court
for Northern District of Ohio, Case No. 1:17-and-2804 (MDL No. 2804)
2. CONFERENCE WITH LABOR NEGOTIATOR pursuant to Government Code
Section 54957.6(a):
Agency Negotiator: Peter Brown
Employee Organizations:
1. Service Employees International Union, Part-Time Non-Civil Service
Employees Unit (SEIU-PTNCS)
2. Police Officers Association (POA)
3. CONFERENCE WITH LABOR NEGOTIATOR pursuant to Government Code
Section 54957.6(a):
Agency Negotiator: Lori Schnaider
Employee Organizations:
1. Confidential Association of Santa Ana (CASA
2. Santa Ana Middle Management / Administrative Management Association
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(SAMA)
3. Santa Ana Police Management Association (PMA)
4. Seasonal Part-Time Employees
4. PUBLIC EMPLOYEE - PERFORMANCE EVALUATION pursuant to
Government Code Section 54957(b)(1):
TITLE: City Manager, City Clerk, and City Attorney
5. CONFERENCE WITH LABOR NEGOTIATOR pursuant to Government Code
Section 54957.6(a):
Agency Designated Representative: Lori Schnaider, Executive Director of
Human Resources
Unrepresented Employees: City Manager, City Clerk, and City Attorney
RECONVENE—City Council will reconvene to continue regular City business.
CITY COUNCIL REGULAR OPEN SESSION
CALL TO ORDER
MINUTES: MayorAmezcua reconvened the City Council Meeting to order at 6:29 P.M.
ATTENDANCE Councilmembers Phil Bacerra
Johnathan Ryan Hernandez
Jessie Lopez
Thai Viet Phan
Benjamin Vazquez
Mayor Pro Tern David Penaloza
Mayor Valerie Amezcua
City Manager Alvaro Nunez
City Attorney Sonia R. Carvalho
City Clerk Jennifer L. Hall
ROLL CALL
MINUTES: City Clerk Jennifer L. Hall conducted roll call.
Councilmembers Bacerra, Hernandez, Lopez, Phan, and Vazquez, Mayor Pro Tem
Penaloza, and Mayor Amezcua were present.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE Carlos Camacho, Orange County Labor
Federation
WORDS OF INSPIRATION Police Chaplain Rupert Vega
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ADDITIONS\DELETIONS TO THE AGENDA
MINUTES: None.
CEREMONIAL PRESENTATIONS
AGENDA ITEM NO. 5 ADDRESSED OUT OF ORDER
5. Certificates of Recognition presented by Councilmember Vazquez to Valley
High School Boys' Soccer Team for Outstanding Athletic Achievements and
CIF Championship Title
MINUTES: Councilmember Vazquez presented certificates of recognition to Valley
High School Boys' Soccer Team for outstanding athletic achievements and CIF
Championship Title.
AGENDA ITEM NO. 3 ADDRESSED OUT OF ORDER
3. Certificates of Recognition presented by Councilmember Bacerra to Mater Dei
High School Girls' Soccer Team for Outstanding Athletic Achievements and
CIF Championship Title
MINUTES: Councilmember Bacerra presented certificates of recognition to Mater
Dei High School Girls' Soccer Team for outstanding athletic achievements and CIF
Championship Title.
AGENDA ITEM NO. 2 ADDRESSED OUT OF ORDER
2. Certificates of Recognition presented by Mayor Pro Tern Penaloza to Mater
Dei High School Boys' Soccer Team for Outstanding Athletic Achievements
and CIF Championship Title
MINUTES: Mayor Pro Tem Penaloza presented certificates of recognition to Mater
Dei High School Boys'Soccer Team for outstanding athletic achievements and CIF
Championship Title.
1. Certificates of Recognition presented by Mayor Amezcua to Apprenticeship
Career Fair Volunteers and Partners for their Exceptional Contributions to the
Community
MINUTES: Mayor Amezcua presented certificates of recognition to Apprenticeship
Career Fair Volunteers and Partners for their exceptional contributions to the
community.
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5. Proclamation presented by Councilmember Phan to Nguoi Viet Daily News
declaring April 30, 2026, as Black April
MINUTES: Councilmember Phan presented a proclamation to Nguoi Viet Daily
News declaring April 30, 2026, as Black April.
STAFF PRESENTATION
6. Santa Ana Police Department 2025 Year-End Update
MINUTES: Police Chief Robert Rodriguez provided a presentation regarding the
Santa Ana Police Department 2025 Year-End update.
Councilmember Hernandez inquired about the number of law enforcement involved
fatal and non-fatal traffic collisions and the steps the department is taking to mitigate
the number of those collisions. He hoped to see an effort to increase community
policing.
Chief Rodriguez reported that law enforcement-involved collisions are investigated
by the police department.
Mayor Amezcua thanked Chief Rodriguez for this work related to Senate Bill 43 and
reminded everyone that she hosts to a neighborhood associations' meeting every
month which is a great opportunity for any interested community leaders to meet
with City staff.
Chief Rodriguez spoke regarding Senate Bill 43.
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 COMMENTS--Public comments will be held during the beginning of the meeting
for ALL comments on agenda and non-agenda items.
MINUTES: City Clerk Jennifer L. Hall reported out the summary of email comments
received: (11)Agenda Item No. 27 and seven (7) non-agenda comments.
The following speakers addressed City Council in-person:
1. Sue Palik spoke regarding the pledge of allegiance andthe use of Council's
discretionary funds.
2. Karen S. asked to meet with Mayor Amezcua and Councilmember Phan to discuss
a private matter related to a grant program.
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3. Abe Q. requested transparency regarding the anti-ICE protest on June 9 and spoke
regarding his experiences with the anti-ICE protests and accountability.
4. Giovanni Chavez spoke in support of Agenda Item No. 27.
5. Emma Gottfried requested transparency regarding the anti-ICE protest on June 9
and spoke regarding the need for a stronger Police Oversight Commission.
6. Jair C. spoke in support of the residents of Coach Royal Mobile Home Park,
blessings, responsibilities, and campaign contributions.
7. Isabella, on behalf of Johan Lopez, spoke regarding affordable dental care in the
city.
8. Hector Bustos spoke regarding and in opposition to Agenda Item No. 27.
9. John Ramirez spoke in support of Agenda Item No. 27.
10.Karla Alvarado spoke regarding her situation at Coach Royal Mobile Home Park.
11.Diana T. spoke in support of the residents of Coach Royal Mobile Home Park.
12.Frank Bahena spoke regarding and in opposition to Agenda Item No. 27.
13.Rain Mendoza spoke regarding the residents'situation at Coach Royal Mobile Home
Park.
14. Guadalupe Barragan (translation: Spanish) spoke regarding the residents'situation
at Coach Royal Mobile Home Park and requested assistance from the City.
15. Carlos Barragan (translation: Spanish) spoke regarding the residents' situation at
Coach Royal Mobile Home Park and requested assistance from the City.
16.Silvia Ayala (translation: Spanish) spoke regarding the residents'situation at Coach
Royal Mobile Home Park and requested assistance from the City.
17.Patty Cabada spoke regarding the residents'situation at Coach Royal Mobile Home
Park and requested assistance from the City.
Mayor Amezcua requested an update regarding the Coach Royal Mobile Home Park
situation.
City Attorney Sonia Carvalho stated there is a State Mobile Home Residency Law which
is administered by the State Housing and Community Development(HCD), summarized
the work City staff has done regarding the Coach Royal Mobile Home situation, and
advised that her staff can provide a brief to Council on various tenant situations.
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City Manager Alvaro Nunez reported that staff has been in contact with Supervisor
Sarmiento and Assembly Member Valencia's offices regarding the situation and noted
that there are limits to the assistance public agencies can provide.
The following speakers addressed City Council via teleconference:
18.Erlinda Yabuki spoke regarding industrial zone pollution in the City and urged the
Council to invest in comprehensive assessment of the City's environmental health.
19. Victor Mendez spoke regarding Item No. 10, Measure X, and in support of Item 27.
20. Yezenia Marrujo (translation: Spanish) spoke regarding pollution in the City, the
City's zoning code, environmental justice protections, requested community updates
on the Zoning Code update, demanded 77 issues of environmental justice be
included in the re-zone, a complete copy of the re-zone draft, and community
engagement.
21.Sandra De Anda spoke regarding Agenda Item No. 27 and urged Council to the table
the item, conduct a comprehensive study of AB 645, and engage in community
outreach.
22.Emilio Ramirez spoke in opposition to Agenda Item No. 20 and expressed concern
regarding Agenda Item No. 27.
CONSENT CALENDAR
RECOMMENDED ACTION: Approve staff recommendations on the following
Consent Calendar Items: 7 through 24 and waive reading of all resolutions and
ordinances.
MINUTES:At 8:47 P.M., the Consent Calendar was considered.
Mayor Amezcua pulled Agenda Item No. 23 for separate discussion and consideration.
Councilmember Vazquez pulled Agenda Item No. 10 for separate discussion and
consideration.
Councilmember Bacerra pulled Agenda Item No. 13 for separate discussion and
consideration.
Councilmember Phan recused herself from Agenda Item No. 19 as the listed entity, All
American Asphalt, is a client of her employer, Rutan and Tucker.
Mayor Pro Tem Penaloza pulled Agenda Item No. 20 for separate discussion and
consideration and announced a "No"vote on Agenda Item No. 16.
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MOTION: Mayor Amezcua moved to approve Consent Calendar Item Nos. 7
through 24 with the exception of Agenda Item Nos. 10, 13, 20, and 23, seconded
by Councilmember Bacerra.
The motion carried, 6-0-0-1, by the following roll call vote
AYES: COUNCILMEMBER BACERRA, COUNCILMEMBER LOPEZ,
COUNCILMEMBER PHAN, COUNCILMEMBER VAZQUEZ,
MAYOR PRO TEM PENALOZA, MAYOR AMEZCUA
NONE
NOES: NONE
ABSTAIN: COUNCILMEMBER HERNANDEZ
ABSENT:
Status: 6-0 — 0 — 1 — Pass
At 9:13 P.M., Councilmember Hernandez requested to record his vote for the Consent
Calendar for the record.
MOTION: Mayor Amezcua moved to reopen the Consent Calendar to record
Councilmember Hernandez's vote, seconded by Councilmember Hernandez.
The motion carried, 6-0-0-1, by the following roll call vote:
AYES: COUNCILMEMBER BACERRA, COUNCILMEMBER LOPEZ,
COUNCILMEMBER PHAN, MAYOR PRO TEM PENALOZA,
MAYOR AMEZCUA
NOES: NONE
ABSTAIN: NONE
ABSENT: COUNCILMEMBER VAZQUEZ
Status: 6-0-0-1 — Pass
Councilmember Hernandez recorded a "No"vote on Agenda Item Nos. 21 and 22 and
approval of the remainder of the Consent Calendar.
7. Excused Absences
Department(s): City Clerk's Office
Recommended Action: Excuse the absent members.
8. Minutes from the Regular Meeting of April 7, 2026
Department(s): City Clerk's Office
Recommended Action: Approve minutes.
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9. Authorize Issuance of a Request for Proposals for Affordable Housing
Development
Department(s): Community Development Agency
Recommended Action: Authorize the City Manager to issue a Request for
Proposals for Affordable Housing Development to seek proposals for the
development of affordable housing in the City of Santa Ana.
AGENDA ITEM NO. 10 PULLED FOR SEPARATE DISCUSSION AND
CONSIDERATION
10.AGENDA ITEM NO. 10 WAS MOVED OUT ORDER AND HEARD AFTER PUBLIC
HEARING ITEM NO. 26. (See Page 23)
11.Single Audit Report for the Fiscal Year Ended June 30, 2025
Department(s): Finance and Management Services
Recommended Action: Receive and file Single Audit Report for the Fiscal Year
Ended June 30, 2025.
12.Agreement Extension with Granicus, LLC (formerly Prime Government
Solutions, Inc.) to Continue Providing an Automated Agenda Management
System for City Council and Boards and Commissions (General Fund)
Department(s): City Clerk's Office
Recommended Action: Authorize the City Manager to execute a one-year
agreement extension with Granicus, LLC to continue providing an automated
agenda management system in an amount not to exceed $54,637 for a term
effective June 1, 2026 and expiring May 31, 2027 (Agreement No. A-2026-044).
AGENDA ITEM NO. 13 PULLED FOR SEPARATE DISCUSSION AND
CONSIDERATION
13.Appropriation Adjustment and Lease Agreement with Aldridge Electric, Inc.
for Office Space at the Santa Ana Regional Transportation Center (Non-
General Fund)
Department(s): Public Works Agency
Recommended Action:
1. Authorize the City Manager to execute a lease agreement with Aldridge Electric,
Inc., to compensate the City $8,011 per month, for the lease of 2,370 square
feet of office space located at the Santa Ana Regional Transportation Center for
a term beginning April 21, 2026 and expiring December 31, 2026, for a lease
agreement amount of $66,768, with provisions for up to twelve, one-month
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extensions, for a total lease agreement amount of $165,780 (Agreement No.
A-2026-045).
2. Approve an appropriation adjustment recognizing Fiscal Year 2025-26 lease
income in the amount of $18,702 into the SARTC Operations, Rental-Aldridge
Electric revenue account and appropriate the same amount into the SARTC
Operations, Contractual Services expenditure account. (Requires five
affirmative votes)
MINUTES: Councilmember Bacerra inquired about the City's work to promote
economic development at the Santa Ana Regional Transportation Center.
City Manager Alvaro Nunez reported his staff is working with Public Work's and
Economic Development staff to enhance the facility andan RFP can be expected
in the near future.
MOTION: Councilmember Bacerra moved to approve the recommended
actions for Agenda Item No. 13, seconded by Mayor Amezcua.
The motion carried, 6-0-0-1, by the following roll call vote:
AYES: COUNCILMEMBER BACERRA, COUNCILMEMBER
HERNANDEZ, COUNCILMEMBER PHAN,
COUNCILMEMBER VAZQUEZ, MAYOR PRO TEM
PENALOZA, MAYOR AMEZCUA
NOES: NONE
ABSTAIN: NONE
ABSENT: COUNCILMEMBER LOPEZ
Status: 6— 0 — 0 — 1 — Pass
14.Agreement with Discovery Science Center of Orange County for Solid
Waste Public Education Services (Non-General Fund)
Department(s): Public Works Agency
Recommended Action: Authorize the City Manager to execute an agreement
with Discovery Science Center of Orange County for public education services
for the term beginning April 21, 2026 and expiring October 31, 2026, with no
extensions, in an amount not to exceed $135,000 (Agreement No. A-2026-
046).
15.Agreements with Union Pacific Railroad Company for Improvements to the
Railroad Crossings on Warner Avenue (Project 18-6901) and McFadden
Avenue (Project No. 20-6962) (General Fund)
Department(s): Public Works Agency
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Recommended Action:
1. Approve an appropriation adjustment recognizing $8,570 in prior-year fund
balance in the Transportation System Improvements Area D, Prior Year
Carry Forward revenue account and appropriate the same amount into the
Transportation System Improvements Area D, Improvements Other Than
Buildings expenditure account (Requires five affirmative votes).
2. Approve an appropriation adjustment recognizing $531,000 in prior-year
fund balance in the Residential Street Improvements, Prior Year Carry
Forward revenue account and appropriate the same amount into the
Residential Street Improvements, Improvements Other Than Buildings
expenditure account (Requires five affirmative votes).
3. Approve an appropriation adjustment recognizing $936,955 in prior-year
fund balance in the Select Street Construction, Prior Year Carry Forward
revenue account and appropriate the same amount into the Select Street
Construction, Improvements Other Than Buildings expenditure
account (Requires five affirmative votes).
4. Approve an appropriation adjustment recognizing $776,858 in prior-year
fund balance in the Measure M Street Construction, Prior Year Carry
Forward revenue account and appropriate the same amount into the
Measure M Street Construction, Improvements other than Buildings
expenditure account (Requires five affirmative votes).
5. Approve an amendment to the Fiscal Year 2025-2026 Capital Improvement
Program to include an additional $2,253,383 for the Railroad Crossings on
Warner Avenue (Project 18-6901) and McFadden Avenue (Project No. 20-
6962).
6. Authorize the City Manager to execute an agreement with Union Pacific
Railroad Company for improvements to the railroad crossing (DOT No.
761248L) on Warner Avenue for construction costs of$1,422,270, additional
railroad right-of-way costs of $53,570 including an annual signal
maintenance fee of $12,580, effective three years from agreement effective
date. (Agreement No. A-2026-047).
7. Authorize the City Manager to execute an agreement with Union Pacific
Railroad Company for improvements to the railroad crossing (DOT No.
761245R) on McFadden Avenue for construction costs of $776,858,
additional railroad grant rights costs of $33,350 including an annual surface
maintenance fee of $3,332, effective three years from agreement effective
date. (Agreement No. A-2026-048).
8. Determine that, pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act, the
recommended actions are exempt from further review. Categorical
Exemption Environmental Review Nos. ER-2026-XX and ER-2026-XX will
be filed for Project Nos.18-6901 and 20-6962.
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16.Agreement with the County of Orange for the Waste Infrastructure System
Enterprise, Rate Stabilization Memorandum of Understanding with
Republic Services, and an Agreement with HF&H Consultants, LLC for a
Refuse Rate Adjustment Analysis (Non-General Fund)
Department(s): Public Works Agency
Recommended Action:
1. Authorize the City Manager to execute the Waste Infrastructure System
Enterprise agreement with the County of Orange for municipal solid waste
disposal rates and services for a ten-year term beginning July 1, 2026 and
expiring June 30, 2036, with provisions for one optional, ten-year extension
(Agreement No. A-2026-049).
2. Direct the City Manager to negotiate a Memorandum of Understanding with
Republic Services to memorialize an agreement between Republic Services
and the City to address the subsidization of the County of Orange, Orange
County Waste & Recycling landfill tonnage disposal rate increases for Fiscal
Year 2026-27 (Agreement No A-2026-050).
3. Authorize the City Manager to execute an agreement with HF&H
Consultants, LLC to provide a Proposition 218 rate adjustment analysis in an
amount not to exceed $150,800 for the term beginning April 21, 2026 and
expiring April 20, 2027, with a provision for one, one-year extension.
(Agreement No. A-2026-051).
MOTION: Mayor Amezcua moved to approve the recommend actions for
Agenda Item No. 16 as part of the Consent Calendar, seconded by
Councilmember Bacerra.
The motion carried, 6-1, by the following roll call vote:
AYES: COUNCILMEMBER BACERRA, COUNCILMEMBER
HERNANDEZ, COUNCILMEMBER LOPEZ,
COUNCILMEMBER PHAN, COUNCILMEMBER VAZQUEZ,
MAYOR AMEZCUA
NOES: MAYOR PRO TEM PENALOZA
ABSTAIN: NONE
ABSENT: NONE
Status: 6— 1 — Pass
17.Award of a Construction Contract to Doja, Inc. for the Construction of the 10th
and Flower Park and 10th and Flower Stormwater Capture Projects (No. 26-
6642 and 26-6601) (Non-General Fund)
Department(s): Public Works Agency
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Recommended Action:
1. Approve an appropriation adjustment recognizing $2,250,000 in the Parks
Capital Grant, State Grant-Direct revenue account and appropriate the same
amount into the Land & Water Conservation Grant, Improvements Other Than
Buildings, Improvements Other Than Buildings expenditure account (Requires
five affirmative votes).
2. Approve an appropriation adjustment recognizing $300,000 in the Federal Clean
Water Protection Fund, Prior Year Carryforward revenue account and
appropriate the same amount into the Federal Clean Water Protection
Enterprise, Improvements Other Than Buildings expenditure account (Requires
five affirmative votes).
3. Approve an appropriation adjustment recognizing $2,661,975 in the Acquisition
& Development Fund, Prior Year Carryforward revenue account and appropriate
the same amount into the Acquisition & Development Fund, Improvements
Other Than Buildings expenditure account (Requires five affirmative votes).
4. Approve an amendment to the Fiscal Year 2025-2026 Capital Improvement
Program to include an additional $4,911,975 in construction funds for the 10th
and Flower Park Project (No. 26-6642).
5. Approve an amendment to the Fiscal Year 2025-26 Capital Improvement
Program to include an additional $300,000 in construction funds for the 10th &
Flower Park Stormwater Capture Project (No. 26-6601).
6. Approve the Project Cost Analysis for a total estimated construction delivery cost
of $5,811,975, which includes $4,649,580 for the construction contract,
$697,437 for contract administration, inspection, and testing, and $464,958 for
unanticipated or unforeseen work.
7. Award a construction contract to Doja, Inc., the lowest responsible bidder, in
accordance with the base bid and bid alternates in the amount of $4,649,580,
subject to change orders, for construction of the 10th and Flower Park and 10th
and Flower Stormwater Capture Projects (No. 26-6642 and 26-6601), for a term
beginning April 21, 2026 and authorize the City Manager to execute the contract.
8. Determine that, pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act, the
recommended actions are exempt from further review. Categorical Exemption
Environmental Review No. ER-2026-27 will be filed for Project No. 26-6642 and
26-6601.
18.Award a Construction Contract to Onyx Paving Company, Inc. for the
Construction of the Business Area Road Improvements at MacArthur Place
from First American Way to Columbine Avenue Project (No. 26-6700) (General
Fund)
Department(s): Public Works Agency
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Recommended Action:
1. Approve the Project Cost Analysis for a total estimated construction delivery cost
of $1,287,056, which includes $1,028,000 for the construction contract,
$156,256 for contract administration, inspection, and testing, and $102,800 for
unanticipated or unforeseen work.
2. Award a construction contract to Onyx Paving Company, Inc., the lowest
responsible bidder, in accordance with the base bid in the amount of$1,028,000,
subject to change orders, for construction of the Business Area Road
Improvements at MacArthur Place from First American Way to Columbine
Avenue Project (No. 26-6700), for a term beginning April 21, 2026 and authorize
the City Manager to execute the contract.
3. Determine that, pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act, the
recommended actions are exempt from further review. Categorical Exemption
Environmental Review No. ER-2026-21 will be filled for Project No. 26-6700.
19.Award a Construction Contract to All American Asphalt for the Construction
of the Industrial Street Repair Project for Susan Street, Garry Avenue,
Carriage Drive, Yale Street, Moore Avenue, and Shannon Street (Projects No.
24-6701, 25-6701, 26-6701) (Non-General Fund)
Department(s): Public Works Agency
Recommended Action:
1. Approve the Project Cost Analysis for a total estimated construction delivery cost
of $5,799,849, which includes $4,639,879 for the construction contract,
$695,982 for contract administration, inspection, and testing, and $463,988 for
unanticipated or unforeseen work.
2. Award a construction contract to All American Asphalt, the lowest responsible
bidder, in accordance with the base bid in the amount of $4,639,879, subject to
change orders, for construction of the Industrial Street Repair Program Project
(No. 24-6701, 25-6701, 26-6701), for a term beginning April 21, 2026 and
authorize the City Manager to execute the contract.
3. Determine that, pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act, the
recommended actions are exempt from further review. Categorical Exemption
Environmental Review No. ER-2026-1 will be filed for Project No. 24-6701, 26-
6701. Categorical Exemption Environmental Review No. ER-2026-2 will be filed
for Project No. 26-6701.
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MOTION: Mayor Amezcua moved to approve the recommend actions for
Agenda Item No. 19 as part of the Consent Calendar, seconded by
Councilmember Bacerra.
The motion carried, 6-0-1, by the following roll call vote:
AYES: COUNCILMEMBER BACERRA, COUNCILMEMBER
HERNANDEZ, COUNCILMEMBER LOPEZ,
COUNCILMEMBER VAZQUEZ, MAYOR PRO TEM
PENALOZA, MAYOR AMEZCUA
NOES: NONE
ABSTAIN: COUNCILMEMBER PHAN (recusal)
ABSENT: NONE
Status: 6— 0— 1 — Pass
AGENDA ITEM NO. 20 PULLED FOR SEPARATE DISCUSSION AND
CONSIDERATION
20.Award a Construction Contract to Los Angeles Engineering, Inc. for the
Construction of the Warner Avenue Street Improvements Project (Project
Nos. 18-6901, 20-6971, 23-6628, 26-6427) (Non-General Fund)
Department(s): Public Works Agency
Recommended Action:
1. Approve an appropriation adjustment recognizing $124,549 in prior-year fund
balance in the Local Drainage Area IV, Prior Year Carry Forward revenue
account and appropriate the same amount into the Local Drainage Area IV,
Improvements Other Than Buildings expenditure account. (Requires five
affirmative votes)
2. Approve an appropriation adjustment recognizing $788,948 in prior-year fund
balance in the Local Drainage Area VI, Prior Year Carry Forward revenue
account and appropriate the same amount into the Local Drainage Area VI,
Improvements Other Than Buildings expenditure account. (Requires five
affirmative votes)
3. Approve an appropriation adjustment recognizing $45,634 in prior-year fund
balance in the Transportation Systems Improvement Area E, Prior Year Carry
Forward revenue account and appropriate the same amount into the
Transportation Systems Improvement Area E, Improvements Other Than
Buildings expenditure account. (Requires five affirmative votes)
4. Approve an appropriation adjustment recognizing $53,439 in prior-year fund
balance in the Transportation Systems Improvement Area F, Prior Year Carry
Forward revenue account and appropriate the same amount into the
Transportation Systems Improvement Area F, Improvements Other Than
Buildings expenditure account. (Requires five affirmative votes)
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5. Approve an appropriation adjustment recognizing $709,239 in prior-year fund
balance in the Transportation Systems Improvement Area B Tustin, Prior Year
Carry Forward revenue account and appropriate the same amount into the
Transportation Systems Improvement Aut Area B Tustin, Improvements Other
Than Buildings expenditure account. (Requires five affirmative votes)
6. Approve an amendment to the Fiscal Year 2025-2026 Capital Improvement
Program to include an additional $4,724,159 in construction funds for the
Warner Avenue Improvements Project (No. 18-6901, 20-6971, 23-6628, 26-
6427).
7. Approve the Project Cost Analysis for a total estimated construction delivery cost
of $25,428,000, which includes $21,190,000 for the construction contract,
$2,119,000 for contract administration, inspection, and testing, and $2,119,000
for unanticipated or unforeseen work.
8. Award a construction contract to Los Angeles Engineering, Inc., the lowest
responsible bidder, in accordance with the base bid in the amount of
$21,190,000, subject to change orders, for construction of the Warner Avenue
Street Improvements Project (Nos. 18-6901, 20-6971, 23-6628, 26-6427), for a
term beginning April 21, 2026 and authorize the City Manager to execute the
contract.
MINUTES: Mayor Pro Tem Penaloza expressed concern with construction
delays since the project's initial approval in 2015 and inquired about the
difference in construction pace compared to surrounding Cities.
Acting Public Works Director Rudy Rosas spoke to various causes for the delays
in construction and indicated bad contractors,phased street construction models,
and funding are key reason for the delays.
Mayor Pro Tem Penaloza inquired about further delays related to utility poles
and steps the City is taking to alleviate the issue.
Acting Director Rudy Rosas reported that staff is working with the utility
companies, advised that litigation is a possible option, and noted that the City is
not permitted to remove utility poles and seek reimbursement from the utility
companies.
City Manager Alvaro Nunez spoke regarding delays at the municipal and state
level.
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MOTION: Mayor Amezcua moved to approve the recommended actions for
Agenda Item No. 20, seconded by Councilmember Hernandez.
The motion carried, 7-0, by the following roll call vote:
AYES: COUNCILMEMBER BACERRA, COUNCILMEMBER
HERNANDEZ, COUNCILMEMBER LOPEZ,
COUNCILMEMBER PHAN, COUNCILMEMBER VAZQUEZ,
MAYOR PRO TEM PENALOZA, MAYOR AMEZCUA
NOES: NONE
ABSTAIN: NONE
ABSENT: NONE
Status: 7— 0 — Pass
21.Agreement with Elite Command Training Corporation for L-960 All Hazards
Position Specific Division/Group Supervisor Training (Specification No. 25-
151A) (Non-General Fund - UASI)
Department(s): Police Department
Recommended Action: Authorize the City Manager to execute an agreement with
Elite Training Corporation to provide L-960 All Hazards Position Specific
Division/Group Supervisor Training in an amount not to exceed $89,890, for the
period of April 21, 2026 through April 20, 2029, with provisions for two, one-year
extensions (Agreement No. A-2026-052).
MOTION: Mayor Amezcua moved to approve the recommended action for
Agenda Item No. 21 as part of the Consent Calendar, seconded by
Councilmember Bacerra.
The motion carried, 6-1, by the following roll call vote:
AYES: COUNCILMEMBER BACERRA, COUNCILMEMBER LOPEZ,
COUNCILMEMBER PHAN, COUNCILMEMBER VAZQUEZ,
MAYOR PRO TEM PENALOZA, MAYOR AMEZCUA
NOES: COUNCILMEMBER HERNANDEZ
ABSTAIN: NONE
ABSENT: NONE
Status: 6— 1 — Pass
22.Agreement with California Governor's Office of Emergency Services for
Homeland Security Training Program Support Services (Specification No. 26-
037) (Non-General Fund - UASI)
Department(s): Police Department
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Recommended Action: Authorize the City Manager to execute an agreement with
California Governor's Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES), California
Specialized Training Institute (CSTI) to provide Homeland Security Training
Program support services in an amount not to exceed $249,500 for the period of
April 21, 2026 through February 28, 2029 (Agreement No. A-2026-053).
MOTION: Mayor Amezcua moved to approve the recommended action for
Agenda Item No. 22 as part of the Consent Calendar, seconded by
Councilmember Bacerra.
The motion carried, 6-1, by the following roll call vote:
AYES: COUNCILMEMBER BACERRA, COUNCILMEMBER LOPEZ,
COUNCILMEMBER PHAN, COUNCILMEMBER VAZQUEZ,
MAYOR PRO TEM PENALOZA, MAYOR AMEZCUA
NOES: COUNCILMEMBER HERNANDEZ
ABSTAIN: NONE
ABSENT: NONE
Status: 6— 1 — Pass
AGENDA ITEM NO. 23 WAS PULLED FOR SEPARATE DISCUSSION AND
CONSIDERATION
23.Resolution and Agreement Authorizing Police Corporal Patrick Marshall to
Purchase a Retired Santa Ana Police Department K-9
Department(s): Police Department
Recommended Action:
1. Adopt a resolution authorizing the purchase agreement between Santa Ana
Police Corporal Patrick Marshall and the City of Santa Ana for the sale of a
retired Santa Ana Police Department K-9.
RESOLUTION NO. 2026-008 entitled A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA ANA AUTHORIZING THE AGREEMENT
BETWEEN CORPORAL PATRICK MARSHALL AND THE CITY OF SANTA
ANA RELATING TO THE PURCHASE OF A POLICE K-9
2. Authorize the City Manager to execute a purchase agreement with Santa Ana
Police Corporal Patrick Marshall the sale of a retired Police Department K-9 in
the amount of$1 (Agreement No. A-2026-054).
MINUTES: Mayor Amezcua pulled Item No. 23 to be considered before Item
Nos. 10, 13, and 20.
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MOTION: Mayor Amezcua moved to approve the recommended action for
Agenda Item No. 23, seconded by Mayor Pro Tern Penaloza.
The motion carried, 6-0-0-1, by the following roll call vote:
AYES: COUNCILMEMBER BACERRA, COUNCILMEMBER LOPEZ,
COUNCILMEMBER PHAN, COUNCILMEMBER VAZQUEZ,
MAYOR PRO TEM PENALOZA, MAYOR AMEZCUA
NOES: NONE
ABSTAIN: NONE
ABSENT: COUNCILMEMBER HERNANDEZ
Status: 6— 0 — 0 — 1 — Pass
24.Second Reading and Adoption of Ordinance Amendment Application (AA) No.
2026-02 for the Santa Clara Avenue Zone Change (2101 and 2109 East Santa
Clara Avenue)
First reading April 7, 2026 City Council Meeting and approved by a vote of 7-0.
Legal notice published in the OC Reporter on April 10, 2026.
Department(s): Planning and Building Agency
Recommended Action: Conduct a second reading and adopt an ordinance
approving Amendment Application No. 2026-02.
ORDINANCE NO. NS-3093 entitled AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF SANTA ANA APPROVING AMENDMENT APPLICATION NO. 2026-
02 AMENDING THE ZONING FOR THE PROPERTIES LOCATED AT 2101
AND 2109 EAST SANTA CLARA AVENUE (APNS: 396-261-26 AND 396-261-38)
FROM GENERAL AGRICULTURAL (A-1) TO ARTERIAL COMMERCIAL (C-5),
read by title only and waived further reading.
**END OF CONSENT CALENDAR**
MINUTES: Mayor Amezcua closed the consent calendar and stated Agenda Item No.
10 would be heard after the Public Hearings.
At 9:13 P.M., Councilmember Hernandez requested to record his vote for the Consent
Calendar for the record.
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MOTION: Mayor Amezcua moved to reopen the Consent Calendar to record
Councilmember Hernandez's vote, seconded by Councilmember Hernandez.
The motion carried, 6-0-0-1, by the following roll call vote:
AYES: COUNCILMEMBER BACERRA, COUNCILMEMBER LOPEZ,
COUNCILMEMBER PHAN, MAYOR PRO TEM PENALOZA,
MAYOR AMEZCUA
NOES: NONE
ABSTAIN: NONE
ABSENT: COUNCILMEMBER VAZQUEZ
Status: 6-0-0-1 — Pass
Councilmember Hernandez announced a "No"vote on Agenda Item Nos. 21 and 22.
PUBLIC HEARINGS
MINUTES:At 9:15 P.M., Public Hearing Item No. 25 was considered.
25.Public Hearing -Zoning Ordinance Amendment No. 2026-02, Conditional Use
Permit No. 2026-03, and Tentative Tract Map No. 2026-01 — Bella Terra
Residential Community and Temple Project (4006, 4010, and 4018 West Hazard
Avenue)
Legal notice published in the OC Reporter on April 10, 2026 and notices mailed on
April 9, 2026.
Department(s): Planning and Building Agency
Recommended Action:
1. Adopt Mitigated Negative Declaration and Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting
Program (SCH No. 2026010220), Environmental Review No. 2023-25;
2. Adopt first reading of an ordinance approving Zoning Ordinance Amendment
No. 2026-02 to amend Specific Development No. 53 (SD-53) to revise
residential development standards and allow places of worship as a
conditionally permitted use, enabling construction of the Bella Terra Residential
Community and Temple Project;
ORDINANCE NO. NS-3094 entitled ZONING ORDINANCE AMENDMENT NO.
2026-02 -AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA
ANA APPROVING AN AMENDMENT TO SPECIFIC DEVELOPMENT NO. 53
(SD-53) TO UPDATE RESIDENTIAL DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS AND
ALLOW PLACES OF WORSHIP SUBJECT TO APPROVAL OF A
CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT FOR PROPERTY LOCATED AT 4006, 4010,
AND 4018 WEST HAZARD AVENUE (APNS: 100-261-20, 100-261-19 AND
100-261-18); read by title only and waive further reading.
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3. Adopt a resolution approving Conditional Use Permit No. 2026-03, as
conditioned; and
RESOLUTION NO. 2026-009 entitled A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA ANA APPROVING CONDITIONAL USE
PERMIT NO. 2026-03 AS CONDITIONED TO ALLOW A PLACE OF WORSHIP
LOCATED AT 4006, 4010, AND 4018 WEST HAZARD AVENUE (APNS: 100-
261-18, 100-261-19, AND 100-261-20)
4. Adopt a resolution approving Tentative Tract Map No. 2026-01 (County Map No.
19332), as conditioned.
RESOLUTION NO. 2026-010 entitled A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA ANA APPROVING TENTATIVE TRACT
MAP NO. 2026-01 (COUNTY MAP NO. 19332) AS CONDITIONED TO
SUBDIVIDE THE PROJECT SITE INTO 13 DEVELOPABLE LOTS AND ONE
COMMON AREA LOT TO ACCOMMODATE THE PROPOSED BELLA TERRA
RESIDENTIAL COMMUNITY AND PLACE OF WORSHIP DEVELOPMENT AT
4006, 4010, AND 4018 WEST HAZARD AVENUE (APNS: 100-261-20, 100-
261-19 AND 100-261-18)
MINUTES: Mayor Amezcua opened the Public Hearing at 9:16 P.M.
City Clerk Jennifer L. Hall announced there were no email comments received
and no speakers.
Mayor Amezcua closed the Public Hearing at 9:16 P.M.
MOTION: Councilmember Hernandez moved to approve the recommended
actions for Public Hearing Item No. 25, seconded by Mayor Amezcua.
The motion carried, 7-0, by the following roll call vote:
AYES: COUNCILMEMBER BACERRA, COUNCILMEMBER
HERNANDEZ, COUNCILMEMBER LOPEZ,
COUNCILMEMBER PHAN, COUNCILMEMBER VAZQUEZ,
MAYOR PRO TEM PENALOZA, MAYOR AMEZCUA
NOES: NONE
ABSTAIN: NONE
ABSENT: NONE
Status: 7—0 — Pass
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MINUTES:At 9:18 P.M., Public Hearing Item No. 26 was considered.
26.Public Hearing — Approve the Fiscal Year 2026-27 Annual Action Plan and
Budgets for the Community Development Block Grant, HOME Investment
Partnerships Grant, and Emergency Solutions Grant for Submission to the
U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development
Published in the OC Register, La Opinion, and Nguoi Viet on March 16, 2026.
Department(s): Community Development Agency
Recommended Action:
1. Approve the Fiscal Year 2026-27 Annual Action Plan for submission to the U.S.
Department of Housing and Urban Development.
2. Approve the Fiscal Year 2026-27 budgets for the Community Development
Block Grant Program in the amount of $4,133,909, HOME Investment
Partnerships grant in the amount of$1,153,540, and Emergency Solutions Grant
in the amount of $368,272.
3. Authorize the City Manager to prepare and approve funding agreements and/or
memorandums of understanding with various city departments and nonprofit
public service providers awarded funds as part of the approved budget for the
Community Development Block Grant program and the Emergency Solutions
Grant program for a term beginning July 1, 2026 through June 30, 2027.
MINUTES: Mayor Amezcua opened the Public Hearing at 9:19 P.M.
City Clerk Jennifer L. Hall announced there were no email comments received.
The following individuals addressed the City Council in-person:
1. Sammy Park spoke regarding the Cambodian Family of Santa Ana non-profit
organization and in support of the item.
2. Esther H. Ye spoke regarding the Community Legal Aid So Ca/'s Family Law
Unit organization and in support of the item.
3. Sara Behmerwohld spoke regarding the Human Options organization and in
support of the item.
4. Claire Braeburn spoke regarding the America on Track organization, thanked
City staff for their support in the Brighter Futures program, and spoke in
support of the item.
Mayor Amezcua closed the Public Hearing at 9:25 P.M.
Councilmember Hernandez thanked the organizations for their services.
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MOTION: Councilmember Hernandez moved to approve the recommended
actions for Public Hearing Item No. 26, seconded by Mayor Pro Tern Penaloza.
The motion carried, 6-0-0-1, by the following roll call vote:
AYES: COUNCILMEMBER BACERRA, COUNCILMEMBER
HERNANDEZ, COUNCILMEMBER LOPEZ,
COUNCILMEMBER VAZQUEZ, MAYOR PRO TEM
PENALOZA, MAYOR AMEZCUA
NOES: NONE
ABSTAIN: COUNCILMEMBER PHAN (recusal)NONE
ABSENT:
Status: 6—0 — 1 — Pass
Councilmember Phan reported that she had left the dais during consideration of
the public hearing in an abundance of caution due to a potential conflict of
interest pertaining to her employer Rutan and Tucker.
**END OF PUBLIC HEARINGS**
AGENDA ITEM NO. 10 WAS MOVED OUT ORDER
10.Update on Santa Ana Police Department Response to June 2025 Anti-ICE
Demonstrations
Department(s): Police Department
Recommended Action: Receive and file.
MINUTES: Police Chief Robert Rodriguez briefly introduced the item.
Commander Jorge Lopez provided a presentation regarding the update on Santa
Ana Police Department (SAPD) response to June 2025 anti-ICE demonstrations.
Councilmember Vazquez spoke regarding the anti-ICE demonstration and inquired
about who requested mutual aid from SAPD, the differences in police involvement
between the May Day and June demonstrations, and the use of less-lethal weapons
during protests. He requested the Police Oversight Commission explore
partnerships with other departments to help prevent future protests from escalating
and called for the release of body-worn camera (BWC) footage to the public once
related litigation has concluded.
Commander Lopez stated that federal agents called SAPD requesting mutual aid.
Chief Rodriguez clarified the differences between the May Day and June
demonstrations regarding SAPD involvement.
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Councilmember Hernandez spoke regarding the anti-ICE demonstration and
expressed concerns about First Amendment rights and the SAPD's role during the
event. He inquired about de-escalation tactics, whether SAPD complied with AB
481 during the demonstrations, and whether U.S. Attorney Bill Essayli requested
mutual aid. He asked about injuries and claims sustained by individuals who were
arrested, how officers determine when to use less-lethal force, and whether BWC
footage is reviewed in those instances to ensure proper protocol, reasonable use
of force, and officers being punched during the demonstration.
Chief Rodriguez explained the process behind de-escalation practices and stated
that the department was not compliant with AB 481 at the time of the protest. He
noted the City has received a civil claim that has since become civil litigation
regarding an individual injured during an arrest, addressed the department's
decision-making process for using less-lethal rounds, confirmed all body-worn
BWC footage is reviewed for evidentiary purposes, and described instances of
officers being struck.
Councilmember Lopez voiced concerns regarding First Amendment rights and
SAPD's use of mutual aid during the demonstration, inquired about the types of
chemical agents deployed and their effects, questioned why the report lacked
additional detail about the incident, and asked who communicated with the U.S.
Department of Homeland Security (DHS) at the outset. She requested clarification
on the reason SAPD formed a defensive line and how the department determines
when a demonstration is classified as unlawful.
Chief Rodriguez explained the request for SAPD's mutual aid in the demonstration,
the formation of the officers at the forefront being a mutual aid response, and the
classification of an unlawful demonstration.
Commander Lopez stated CS gas was used and explained its usage and why it
was utilized during the demonstration.
City Attorney Sonia Carvalho explained the City has four government tort claims
and one lawsuit regarding to the June 2025 demonstrations, therefore all
information cannot be provided due to liability, and stated she took the DHS call
requesting law enforcement support and notified the City Manager and Police Chief.
Councilmember Phan inquired whether, once pending litigation is complete, a full
presentation could be provided outlining all that occurred during the June
demonstration. She raised concerns about whether government tort claims against
individual officers could potentially violate the Peace Officer Bill of Rights (POBAR)
and, if so, whether that would limit the City's ability to take appropriate personnel
action, and asked about SAPD's role during the demonstration and how the
department responds to public calls for help. She emphasized the importance of
ensuring all laws are followed so that appropriate actions are taken and all
perspectives are considered.
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City Attorney Carvalho explained once litigation is complete, the information would
be subject to disclosure and addressed considerations related to potential POBAR
violations and the implications if such violations were to occur. She clarified SAPD's
role during the demonstration, noting it was guided by communication with U.S.
Attorneys.
Mayor Amezcua asked for the definition of mutual aid and clarification on SAPD's
role during the demonstrations, including whether the department was assisting
ICE, inquired about the events that occurred, and expressed interest in reviewing
more information once the litigation is complete.
Commander Lopez clarified the definition of mutual aid, SAPD called mutual aid,
and the factors for calling mutual aid.
Chief Rodriguez clarified DHS called to assist in rescuing federal employees in the
federal building.
Councilmember Vazquez inquired whether SAPD learned any lessons since the
demonstrations.
Chief Rodriguez noted that the department was evaluating processes that occurred
during the demonstrations and other situations as well.
No action taken.
MINUTES:At 10:58 P.M., Council addressed the remainder of the agenda items in
accordance with Resolution No. 2025-004.
MOTION: Councilmember Hernandez moved to continue Agenda Item No. 27
and the Housing Authority meeting to May 5, 2026, seconded by
Councilmember Lopez.
SUBSTITUTE MOTION: Councilmember Bacerra moved to hear Agenda Item
No. 27 only and continue the Housing Authority Meeting to May 5, 2026,
seconded by Mayor Pro Tern Penaloza.
The substitute motion carried, 4-3, by the following roll call vote:
AYES: COUNCILMEMBER BACERRA, COUNCILMEMBER PHAN,
MAYOR PRO TEM PENALOZA, MAYOR AMEZCUA
NOES: COUNCILMEMBER HERNANDEZ, COUNCILMEMBER
LOPEZ, COUNCILMEMBER VAZQUEZ
ABSTAIN: NONE
ABSENT: NONE
Status: 4— 3 — Pass
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COUNCILMEMBER REQUESTED ITEM
27.Discuss and Consider Directing the City Manager to Direct Staff to Draft and
Bring Back a Resolution for Council Consideration That Would be Sent to
Assemblymember Avelino Valencia and Senator Tom Umberg, Requesting
That the State Legislature Amend AB 645 (Friedman)to Allow the City of Santa
Ana to Establish a Speed Safety System Pilot Program As Soon As Possible
— Councilmember Bacerra
MINUTES: Councilmember Bacerra spoke in support of the item, stating a speed
safety pilot program would benefit the City, and noted the safeguards in place to
prevent data breaches.
Mayor Amezcua spoke in support of the item, inquired about the pilot program, and
questioned whether the Santa Ana Police Department would oversee the pilot
program.
Police Chief Robert Rodriguez clarified components of a pilot program, including an
educational period, which would not be overseen by his department, but more
typically by a transportation department or Public Works.
Councilmember Phan inquired on the cost of the pilot program, expressed concern
with moving forward with actions that may not be implemented due to the City's
budget, and spoke in opposition to the item.
City Attorney Sonia Carvalho reminded the Council the parameters for the item
discussion.
Councilmember Bacerra emphasized the pilot aspect of the program and the
length of time it may take to work through the process.
Councilmember Lopez stated she was open to the concept and voiced concerns
regarding the item and its potential for amendment and passage at the State level
based on previous conversations that had occurred.
Councilmember Phan shared information about Glendale's program.
Mayor Amezcua requested staff bring back a report in 90 days regarding
information such as cost analysis and staff recommendations.
Discussion ensued regarding vehicle accidents, speed control measures, and
potential costs.
City Attorney Carvalho recommended discussions regarding liability and potential
public safety risks be limited or avoided.
Mayor Pro Tem Penaloza echoed Mayor Amezcua's comments requesting a report
back including cost information.
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Councilmember Vazquez voiced concerns regarding costs and expressed a desire
to see more speed safety measures implemented along Segerstrom.
CITY MANAGER COMMENTS
MINUTES: None.
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: None.
ADJOURNMENT—Adjourn the City Council meeting.
MINUTES: MayorAmezcua adjourned the City Council Meeting at 11:38 P.M.
Respectfully submitted:
Jennifer L. Hall, CMC
City Clerk
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