HomeMy WebLinkAbout10A - MINUTES - 04-07-15MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING
OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
SANTA ANA, CALIFORNIA
APRIL 7, 2015
CLOSED SESSION MEETING
CALLED TO ORDER COUNCIL CHAMBER
22 CIVIC CENTER PLAZA
5:13 P.M.
ATTENDANCE COUNCILMEMBERS Present:
MIGUEL A. PULIDO, Mayor
VINCENT F. SARMIENTO, Mayor Pro Tern
ANGELICA AMEZCUA
P. DAVID BENAVIDES
MICHELE MARTINEZ
ROMAN A. REYNA
SAL TINAJERO (5:22 p.m.)
COUNCILMEMBERS Absent:
None
STAFF Present:
DAVID CAVAZOS, City Manager
JOSE SANDOVAL, Chief Assistant City Attorney
MARIA D. HUIZAR, Clerk of the Council
PUBLIC COMMENTS - None
COUNCIL RECESSED to Room 147 for Closed Session discussion at 5:13 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:
Daniel Masip v. City of Santa Ana; Workers' Compensation Appeals Board case
#ADJ8477525.
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2. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL -- ANTICIPATED LITIGATION
Significant exposure to litigation pursuant to paragraph (2) or (3) of subdivision
(d) of Section 54956.9 of the Government Code: (One case).
3. CONFERENCE WITH LABOR NEGOTIATOR pursuant to Government Code
Section 54957.6(a):
Agency Negotiators: Personnel Services Executive Director, Ed Raya
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 Civil Service Employees
Confidential Association of Santa Ana
(CASA)
Santa Ana Management Association (SAMA)
Agency Negotiator: City Manager, David Cavazos
Employee Organizations: Executive Management (EM)
CLOSED SESSION REPORT - See Item 19A for any reportable actions.
ADJOURNED THE CLOSED SESSION MEETING AT 5:44 P.M. AND CONVENED TO THE
REGULAR OPEN MEETING.
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CALLED TO ORDER
REGULAR OPEN MEETING
COUNCIL CHAMBER
22 CIVIC CENTER PLAZA
SANTA ANA, CA
5:49 P.M.
ATTENDANCE COUNCILMEMBERS Present:
MIGUEL A. PULIDO, Mayor
VINCENT F. SARMIENTO, Mayor Pro Tern
ANGELICA AMEZCUA
P. DAVID BENAVIDES
MICHELE MARTINEZ
ROMAN A. REYNA
SAL TINAJERO
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
INVOCATION
PRESENTATIONS
COUNCILMEMBERS Absent:
None
STAFF Present:
DAVID CAVAZOS, City Manager
JOSE SANDOVAL, Chief Assistant City Attorney
MARIA D. HUIZAR, Clerk of the Council
MAYOR PULIDO
JACK ABEELEN, POLICE CHAPLAIN
SPECIAL PRESENTATION by volunteer advocate John Rodriguez, Mothers Against Drunk
Driving®(MADD) recognizing Santa Ana Police Department officers for their efforts in
deterring drunk driving.
CERTIFICATE OF RECOGNITION presented by MAYOR PRO TEM SARMIENTO in
recognition of the Cuarenta Elementos — Hijos Altamente Capaces group.
EXCEPTIONAL SERVICE AWARD presented by MAYOR PULIDO to Carlos Landeros of El
Catrin for his outstanding service to the Santa Ana community.
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CLOSED SESSION REPORT - See Agenda Item 19A for Closed Session Report.
PUBLIC COMMENTS
1. Michael Klubiski, provided report for the record regarding alleged corruption at the County
of Orange.
2. Tim Houchen, spoke on homeless issues and highlighted efforts this past year to increase
level of services; look forward to continued partnership with the City.
3. Joesay Hernandez, supports Wellness Corridor, concerned with racist and un- American
sentiments by some.
4. Ilya Tseglin, addressed general concerns with County of Orange services.
CONSENT CALENDAR
MOTION: Approve staff recommendations on the following Consent Calendar
Items 10A through 39A, with the following modifications:
• Councilmember Amezcua abstained on Agenda 10A; and
• Councilmember Martinez pulled Agenda Items 20A for separate action; and
• Agenda Items 13A, 21A, 25B and 39A were pulled for separate action and
comments by members of the public.
MOTION: Sarmiento SECOND: Martinez
VOTE:
MINUTES
10A
AYES: Amezcua, Benavides,
Sarmiento, Tinajero (7)
NOES: None (0)
ABSTAIN: None (0)
ABSENT: None (0)
ADMINISTRATIVE MATTERS
Martinez, Pulido. Reyna,
MINUTES FROM THE REGULAR MEETING OF MARCH 17, 2015
{STRATEGIC PLAN NO. 5, 1 } - Clerk of the Council Office
MOTION: Approve Minutes.
*Councilmember Amezcua abstained on Agenda Item 10A.
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BOARDS / COMMISSIONS / COMMITTEES
13A.
PLAN NO
George Garcia, attended the Finance, Economic Development & Technology
meeting, applaud efforts to conserve water.
MOTION: Receive and File
Name Meeting Date
Finance, Economic Development & Technology 3/18/2015
Public Safety and Neighborhood Improvement 3/24/2015
MOTION: Sarmiento SECOND: Tinajero
VOTE: AYES: Amezcua, Benavides, Martinez, Pulido. Reyna,
Sarmiento, Tinajero (7)
NOES: None (0)
ABSTAIN: None (0)
ABSENT: None (0)
13B. NOMINATED BY COUNCILMEMBER BENAVIDES AS THE WARD 4
REPRESENTATIVE TO THE PLANNING COMMISSION, FOR FULL TERM
EXPIRING DECEMBER 11, 2018 {STRATEGIC PLAN NO. 5, 1) - Clerk of the
Council Office
Continued from the March 3, 2015 City Council Meeting by a vote of 7 -0.
MOTION: Re- appoint Phil Bacerra,
MISCELLANEOUS ADMINISTRATION
19A. CONFIRMATION OF CLOSED SESSION ACTION(S) — City Attorney's Office
MOTION: Approve settlement agreement.
1. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL -- EXISTING LITIGATION pursuant to
Paragraph (1) of subdivision (d) of Section 54956.9 of the Government Code:
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.;
19C.
Daniel Masip v. City of Santa Ana; Workers' Compensation Appeals Board case
#ADJ8477525 in the amount of $79,908.99 approved by 4 -0 vote with
Sarmiento, Benavides, and Tinajero absent.
EXCUSED ABSENCES — None
MOBILE HOME HARDSHIP PROGRAM LOAN LIMIT INCREASE {STRATEGIC
PLAN NO 5, 3) - Community Development Agency
MOTION: Approve an increase to the maximum loan limit amount from
$5,000 to $12,000 and programmatic revisions to the Mobile Home
Hardship Program.
BUDGETARY MATTERS
APPROPRIATION ADJUSTMENTS
20A.
Councilmember Martinez, expressed support for project and reported for the
record that project will be integrated into Circulation Element.
MOTION:
1. Approve an appropriation adjustment. (Requires five affirmative votes)
APPROPRIATION ADJUSTMENT NO. 2015 -163 - Recognizing $280,000 in
Residential Street Improvement revenue and appropriating the same amount
into the Residential Street Improvement expenditure account.
2. AGMT NO. 2015 -042 - Authorize the City Manager and the Clerk of the
Council to execute an agreement with Nelson \Nygaard, subject to non -
substantive changes approved by the City Manager and City Attorney,
for one -year period expiring April 6, 2016, with a provision for one one -
year extension exercisable by the City Manager and City Attorney, in a
total amount not to exceed $280,000.
MOTION: Martinez SECOND: Benavides
VOTE: AYES: Amezcua, Benavides, Martinez, Pulido. Reyna,
Sarmiento, Tinajero (7)
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NOES: None (0)
ABSTAIN: None (0)
ABSENT: None (0)
GRANTS /APPLICATIONS
21A
Workforce Investment Board approved recommended action on March 19,
2014, by a vote of 15 -0 (Didion, Elliot, Everett, Fischer, Gonzalez, Jimenez -
Hamy, Knitter, Korthuis, Martinez, Rutledge, and Wadhera absent).
Linda Lou Kestin, concerned that unauthorized officials inspecting her home.
MOTION; Approve submittal of an application for Initial Local Area
Designation and Initial Local Board Certification for Program Year 2015-
2017 under the Workforce Innovation Opportunity Act and authorize the
Mayor to sign as the Chief Local Elected Official.
MOTION: Martinez SECOND: Sarmiento
VOTE: AYES: Amezcua, Benavides, Martinez, Pulido. Reyna,
Sarmiento, Tinajero (7)
NOES: None (0)
ABSTAIN: None (0)
ABSENT: None (0)
SPECIFICATIONS — PURCHASE OF EQUIPMENT AND SERVICES
22A. SPEC. NO. 15 -007 - SIGNS, HARDWARE, AND ACCESSORIES (GENERAL
FUND) {STRATEGIC PLAN NO. 6, 11 (Public Works and Parks, Recreation and
Community Services Agency) - Finance and Management Services Agency
MOTION: Award a contract to Safeway Sign Company for traffic signs,
expiring April 30, 2016, in an amount not to exceed $150,000, with
provisions for two one -year renewals exercisable by the City Manager,
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subject to non - substantive changes approved by the City Manager and the
City Attorney.
22B. SPEC. NO. 15 -015 - ARUBA WIRELESS TECHNOLOGY AND SUPPORT
{STRATEGIC PLAN NO. 2, 3; 75} - Finance and Management Services Agency
MOTION:
1. Reject the bid from SHI International Corp. as nonresponsive to the
specification.
2. Award a contract to GST, Inc. in an amount of $131,100; and for a two -
year support contract, in an amount of $54,500, for a total amount not
to exceed $185,600, subject to non - substantive changes approved by
the City Manager and City Attorney.
22C. SPEC. NO. 15 -021 - VMWARE MAINTENANCE SUPPORT TO THE
COMPUTING CENTERS IN CITY HALL AND POLICE DEPARTMENT VIA
VIRTUALIZED HOSTING TECHNOLOGY {STRATEGIC PLAN NO. 6, 1F} -
Finance and Management Services Agency
MOTION: Award a contract to vCloud Tech Inc. for a one -year period,
expiring April 7, 2016, in an amount not to exceed $40,400, subject to non -
substantive changes approved by the City Manager and City Attorney.
AGREEMENTS
25A. AGMT NO. 2015 -043 - ANNUAL SOFTWARE MAINTENANCE AND SUPPORT
FOR CRIMEMAP SOFTWARE {STRATEGIC PLAN NO. 1, 5) - Police
Department
MOTION: Authorize the City Manager and Clerk of the Council to execute a
three -year agreement with GeoSpatial Technologies, Inc. for the period of
August 3, 2014 through August 2, 2017, in an amount not to exceed
$36,500, subject to non - substantive changes approved by the City
Manager and City Attorney.
25B. AGMT NO. 2015 -044 - PURCHASE OF POLICE SERVICE DOG AND
TRAINING SERVICES {STRATEGIC PLAN NO. 1, 51 - Police Department
MOTION: Authorize the City Manager and Clerk of the Council to execute a
three -year agreement with Adlerhorst International, Inc. for the period of
April 7, 2015 through April 6, 2018, in an amount of $86,200, subject to
non - substantive changes approved by the City Manager and City Attorney.
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MOTION: Sarmiento SECOND: Tinajero
VOTE: AYES: Amezcua, Benavides, Martinez, Pulido. Reyna,
Sarmiento, Tinajero (7)
NOES: None (0)
ABSTAIN: None (0)
ABSENT: None (0)
25C. AGMT NO. 2015 -045 - GRANT EFFECTIVENESS REPORT PROVIDING
FUNDING FOR ANTI - TERRORISM EQUIPMENT, PLANNING, TRAINING,
EXERCISES AND TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE {STRATEGIC PLAN GOAL NO.
1, 5) - Police Department
MOTION: Authorize the City Manager and the Clerk of the Council to
execute an agreement with Filler Security Strategies, Inc., authorized
under the FY 2014 Urban Areas Security Initiative federal grant in an
amount not to exceed $37,500, subject to non - substantive changes
approved by the City Manager and City Attorney. The performance period
for completing this report is January 14, 2015 to May 21, 2016.
25D. AGMT NO. 2015 -046 - MONTH TO MONTH CONTRACT EXTENSION FOR
MUNICIPAL PARKING FACILITIES OPERATOR {STRATEGIC PLAN NO. 3,4b)
- Finance and Management Services
MOTION: Authorize the City Manager and the Clerk of the Council to
execute a contract extension with Central Parking System, Inc., effective
May 1, 2015, in an amount not to exceed $2,500 per month plus, monthly
operating expenses as defined in the agreement ( #A -2013 -049), subject to
non - substantive changes approved by the City Manager and City Attorney.
25E. AGMT NO. 2015 -047 - DIGITAL WATER MAPPING AND SUPPORT
SERVICES (NON GENERAL FUND) (STRATEGIC PLAN NO. 6, 1, C) - Public
Works Agency
MOTION: Authorize the City Manager and Clerk of the Council to execute
an agreement with iWater, Inc., subject to non - substantive changes
approved by the City Manager and City Attorney, for a three -year period
expiring March 31, 2018, with provisions for one two -year renewal option
exercisable by the City Manager and City Attorney, in an amount not to
exceed $421,000 annually.
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25F. ON -CALL REAL ESTATE TITLE AND ESCROW SERVICES (NON- GENERAL
FUND) {STRATEGIC PLAN NO. 6, 1, G) - Public Works Agency and Community
Development Agency
MOTION: Authorize the City Manager and Clerk of the Council to execute
agreements, subject to non - substantive changes approved by the City
Manager and City Attorney, for a three -year term expiring March 31, 2018,
with the option to extend for two one -year terms by written authorization
of the City Manager and City Attorney, for a maximum of five years, in a
total amount not to exceed $360,000 for each firm.
1. AGMT NO. 2015 -048 - With First American Title Company and
2. AGMT NO. 2015 -049 — With Commonwealth Land Title Company
25G. AGMT NO. 2015 -050 - INCLUSIONARY HOUSING AGREEMENT BETWEEN
THE CITY OF SANTA ANA AND PULTE HOME CORPORATION — MAGNOLIA
LANE PROJECT {STRATEGIC PLAN NO. 5, 36) - Community Development
Agency
MOTION: Receive and file the Inclusionary Housing Agreement Pulte
Home Corporation.
25H. DEVELOPMENT OF PERMANENT HOUSING FOR PERSONS WITH
HIV /AIDS {STRATEGIC PLAN NO 5,3; 5,4; 5,6) - Community Development
Agency
Community Redevelopment and Housing Commission approved recommended
action on March 25, 2015, by a vote of 4 -0 (Sandoval absent).
MOTION:
1. AGMT NO. 2015 -051 - Authorize the City Manager and Clerk of the
Council to execute agreement with Straight Talk Clinic, Inc. in the
amount of $720,000, subject to non - substantive changes approved by
the City Manager and City Attorney for acquisition and rehabilitation of
single family house (Housing Opportunities for Persons with AIDS)
2. AGMT NO. 2015 -052 - Authorize the City Manager and Clerk of the
Council to execute agreement with Straight Talk Clinic, Inc. subject to
non - substantive changes approved by the City Manager and City
Attorney for the Covenant Affecting Property at 1677 West Ord Way,
Anaheim.
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LAND USE MATTERS
CONDITIONAL USE PERMITIVARIANCES
31A. CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 2014 -46 TO ALLOW A TYPE 21
ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE CONTROL LICENSE UPGRADE FOR NORTHGATE
MARKET LOCATED AT 1120 SOUTH BRISTOL STREET - ADAM WOOD,
APPLICANT {STRATEGIC PLAN NO. 3,2) - Planning and Building Agency
Planning Commission approved recommended action on March 9, 2015, by a
vote of 7 -0.
MOTION: Receive and file the staff report approving Conditional Use
Permit No. 2014 -46.
31 B. CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 2015 -04 TO ALLOW A TYPE 21
ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE CONTROL LICENSE UPGRADE FOR NORTHGATE
MARKET LOCATED AT 1623 WEST SEVENTEENTH STREET - ADAM
WOOD, APPLICANT {STRATEGIC PLAN NO. 3, 2} - Planning and Building
Agency
Planning Commission approved recommended action on March 9, 2015, by a
vote of 7 -0.
MOTION: Receive and file the staff report approving Conditional Use
Permit No. 2015 -04.
31 C. CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 2015 -01 TO ALLOW A CAR WASH AND
VARIANCE NOS. 2015 -01 AND 2015 -02 FOR A REDUCTION IN FRONT -
YARD SETBACKS AND REQUIRED PARKING AT SOUTH COAST
SPEEDWASH LOCATED AT 2402 SOUTH BRISTOL STREET - PEDRAM
FARAROOY, APPLICANT {STRATEGIC PLAN NO. 3, 2} - Planning and
Building Agency
Planning Commission approved recommended action on March 9, 2015, by a
vote of 7 -0.
MOTION: Receive and file the staff report approving Conditional Use
Permit No. 2015 -01 as conditioned, Variance No. 2015 -01 as conditioned,
and Variance No. 2015 -02 as conditioned.
MISCELLANEOUS — LAND USE
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39A.
John Palacios, spoke in support of project.
MOTION: Receive and file the staff report and affirm the naming of the
pedestrian bridge at the Santa Ana Regional Transportation Center as the
Gordon Bricken Pedestrian Bridge (Public Facilities Naming No. 2015 -02).
MOTION: Martinez
VOTE: AYES:
NOES:
ABSTAIN
ABSENT:
RESOLUTIONS
SECOND: Tinajero
Amezcua, Benavides, Martinez, Pulido. Reyna,
Sarmiento, Tinajero (7)
None (0)
None (0)
None (0)
* *END OF CONSENT CALENDAR **
BUSINESS CALENDAR
55A. RESOLUTION CALLING ON CONGRESS TO UPDATE SECTION 4 OF THE
CIVIL RIGHTS ACT {STRATEGIC PLAN NO. 5, 1 E} - City Manager's Office
MOTION: Adopt a resolution.
RESOLUTION NO. 2015 -014 — A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF SANTA ANA CALLING ON CONGRESS TO UPDATE SECTION
4 OF THE VOTING RIGHTS ACT
MOTION: Sarmiento SECOND: Reyna
VOTE: AYES: Amezcua, Benavides, Martinez, Pulido, Reyna,
Sarmiento, Tinajero (7)
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NOES: None (0)
ABSTAIN: None (0)
ABSENT: None (0)
REPORTS
65A. DISCUSSION AND DIRECTION ON ASSEMBLY BILL 1217 (DALY)
REGARDING ORANGE COUNTY FIRE AUTHORITY GOVERNING
STRUCTURE - City Manager's Office
Councilmember Amezcua, Orange County Fire Authority board representative,
noted that goal of legislation is to streamline process; would not impact Santa
Ana since city likely to retain seat; request staff analyze impacts, if any.
Mayor Pulido supports proposed assembly bill; noted that board composition
similar to former Orange County Transpotration Authority which had 40 seats.
Councilmembers Martinez and Tinajera expressed support of proposed Bill;
important to retain seat.
Mayor Pulido supports proportional board composition. Thanked Joe Kirk and
Kevin De Leon and Assemblymember Tom Daly for proposal.
MOTION: Support Assembly Bill 1217 (Daly), which would require the
Board of Directors of the Orange County Fire Authority, a joint powers
agency, to consist of thirteen members, each serving a two -year term.
MOTION: Pulido SECOND: Tinajero
VOTE: AYES: Amezcua, Benavides, Martinez, Pulido, Reyna,
Sarmiento, Tinajero (7)
NOES: None (0)
ABSTAIN: None (0)
ABSENT: None (0)
65B. PARK SECURITY UPDATE AND STAFF RECOMMENDATION TO ENSURE
CONTINUED SECURITY {STRATEGIC PLAN NO. 1, 1; 2) - City Manager's
Office
The following speakers addressed the City Council:
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• Ann Salisbury, supports dedicated staff to patrol the parks; not fiscally
responsible to have police officer on overtime to patrol parks.
• Renee Hernandez, representative of part -time park rangers, request ranger's
employment contracts be extended; opined that PEPRA rule does not apply
since City actively recruiting; opined that ranger's oversight be maintained at
the City Yard and not the Police Department - important for continuity
purposes.
• Sandra Cortez, supports continued employment of part -time rangers to allow
for recruitment and training of new staff.
City Manager Cavazos provided update - no communication has been received
from PERS; City has had extensive discussion on the matter; liability to retain
part -time retired park rangers; City actively recruiting.
Council discussion ensued.
Councilmember Amezcua, supports temporary use of overtime until City hires
permanent park rangers.
Councilmember Reyna, questioned why April 18th set separation date? City
Manager Cavazos noted that initial separation notice rescinded and set to allow
PERS time to respond. Councilmember Reyna, asked if PERS obligated to
respond and the answer was no.
Councilmember Benavides, asked if the City has not received a response from
PERS, if that permits retention of annuitants to remain? Chief Assistant City
Attorney Sandoval indicated that no special skill or emergency exists that would
warrant retention of park rangers. Councilmember Benavides asked if exception
applied if City actively recruiting. Chief Assistant City Attorney responded that
fact pattern reviewed and determined that we were beyond time limit allowed.
Councilmember Martinez, concerned that City had retained other annuitants;
proposed 30 day extension and place cap on overtime, staff to return in 30 days
with update on recruitment; noted for the record that fiscally responsible to allow
overtime.
Councilmember Tinajero, legal opinion important; letter of the law that there are
no exceptions or transitional period; trust professional's opinion. City Manager
Cavazos explained that he has responsibility to protect the City and follow the
law; need to cover public safety at the parks.
Mayor Pro Tern Sarmiento, noted that it was important to follow the law and
support staff recommendation; no authority to influence separation of employees
- responsibility lays with City Manager; difference between black letter and case
law; supported use of police overtime, but community appears to support
existing program; concerned that recruitment has not been fruitful and concur
with 30 -day update until issue resolved.
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City Manager Cavazos, offered that City actively seeking park rangers, Chief
explained process and noted that process not expected to change in 30 days;
manage expectations. Expect to spend about $75,000 in overtime until new
hires.
Police Chief Rojas, noted that three individuals passed application review and
pending background; process may take 6 -9 months; City has competing interest
in hiring police officers.
Mayor Pro Tern Sarmiento, concerned that use of overtime may evolve into
permanent practice. City Manager Cavazos suggested that an update be
provided in 90 -day update. Council unanimously agreed to return with update in
60 days.
MOTION:
1. Receive and file park security update.
2. Approve staff's recommendation to ensure continued park security.
3. Provide City Council with update in 60 days.
MOTION: Sarmiento
VOTE: AYES:
NOES:
ABSTAIN
ABSENT:
SECOND: Amezcua
Amezcua, Benavides, Pulido, Reyna,
Sarmiento, Tinajero (6)
Martinez (1)
None (0)
None (0)
*Councilmember Benavides and Reyna noted for the record that they would be abstaining on
matter due to potential conflict of interest and did not participate in the deliberation of Agenda
Item 75A.
PUBLIC HEARINGS
75A. PUBLIC HEARING - COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT (CDBG)
PROGRAM FISCAL YEAR 2015 -2016 {STRATEGIC PLAN NO 2, 2; 2, 4; 5,4;
5,61 — Community Development Agency
Community Redevelopment and Housing Commission directed staff to transmit
funding recommendations for fiscal year 2015 -2016 CDBG public service
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programs by a vote of 4:0 (Leon abstained) for the Public Law Center, and 5:0
for all other nonprofit organizations on February 11, 2015,
Finance, Economic Development, and Technology Committee received a
presentation on the CDBG Fiscal Year 2015 -2016 at a Special Meeting on
March 18, 2015.
Legal Notice published in the Orange County Register, in La Opinion (Spanish)
and the Nguoi Viet (Vietnamese) on March 24, 2015.
Mayor Pulido opened the Hearing.
The following spoke on the matter:
1. Don Collins, representing Council on Aging, available to answer questions.
2. Ava Steffens, representing Kidworks, supports staff recommendation,
seeking funding to open new center at Cedar Evergreen.
3. Kathleen Bowman, representing WisePlace, thanked staff for supporting
their application.
4. Judith Padilla, representing Human Options, requesting funding for new
program that will benefit 250 children by promoting safety and decreasing
domestic violence; look to partner with local school and engage the
community.
5. Gregory Mathes, representing Goodwill of OC and Director of Grants, seeks
Council support for their program, re -entry into the workforce and work with
people with disabilities.
6. Phalen Lim, representing The Cambodian Family, seeks support for program
7. Claire Braburn, America On Track, funding request supports mentoring
program and STEM program, partnerships with UCI and CSUF, fund
programs and Kaiser Permanente; and Colleges for Me Too program for
children of prisoners, request $50,000 in funding.
Mayor Pulido closed the Hearing.
Councilmember Martinez proposed continuation.
MOTION: Continue consideration of matter to the April 21, 2015 City
Council meeting.
MOTION: Martinez
VOTE: AYES:
NOES:
ABSTAINED
AND NOT
PRESENT:
SECOND: Tinajero
Amezcua, Martinez, Pulido,
Tinajero (5)
None (0)
Benavides, Reyna (2)
Sarmiento,
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ABSENT: None (0)
*Councilmembers Benavides and Reyna returned to the meeting.
*Mayor Pro Tern Sarmiento noted for the record that due to close proximity to property he
would be abstaining on matter and did not participate in the deliberation of Agenda Item 75B.
75B. PUBLIC HEARING - RESOLUTION TO ADOPT AN ADDENDUM TO THE
FINAL ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT STATEMENT/ ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT
REPORT FOR THE BRISTOL STREET IMPROVEMENT PROJECT BETWEEN
CIVIC CENTER DRIVE AND WASHINGTON AVENUE {STRATEGIC PLAN NO.
6, 1, G) - Public Works Agency
Legal Notice published in The Notice on March 27, 2015.
Mayor Pulido opened and closed the Hearing; there were no speakers or written
communication received.
MOTION: Adopt a resolution.
RESOLUTION NO. 2015 -015 - A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF SANTA ANA APPROVING AN ADDENDUM TO THE FINAL
ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT STATEMENT / ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT
REPORT NO. 89 -01 FOR THE BRISTOL STREET WIDENING PROJECT
BETWEEN CIVIC CENTER DRIVE AND WASHINGTON AVENUE (PHASE
IIIA)
MOTION: Martinez SECOND: Reyna
VOTE: AYES: Amezcua, Benavides, Martinez, Pulido, Reyna,
Tinajero (6)
NOES: None (0)
ABSTAIN: Sarmiento (1)
ABSENT: None (0)
*Mayor Pro Tern Sarmiento returned to the meeting.
75C. PUBLIC HEARING - RESOLUTION TO ADOPT AN ADDENDUM TO THE
FINAL ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT STATEMENT/ ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT
REPORT FOR THE BRISTOL STREET IMPROVEMENT PROJECT BETWEEN
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WARNER AVENUE AND SAINT ANDREW PLACE {STRATEGIC PLAN NO. 6,
1, G} - Public Works Agency
Legal Notice published in The Notice on March 27, 2015.
Mayor Pulido opened and closed the Hearing; there were no speakers or written
communication received.
MOTION; Adopt a resolution
RESOLUTION NO. 2015 -016 - A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF SANTA ANA APPROVING AN ADDENDUM TO THE FINAL
ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT STATEMENT / ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT
REPORT NO. 89 -01 FOR THE BRISTOL STREET WIDENING PROJECT
BETWEEN WARNER AVENUE AND SAINT ANDREW PLACE (PHASE IV)
MOTION: Amezcua SECOND: Sarmiento
VOTE: AYES: Amezcua, Benavides, Martinez, Pulido, Reyna,
Sarmiento, Tinajero (7)
NOES: None (0)
ABSTAIN: None (0)
ABSENT: None (0)
CITY COUNCIL RECESSED AT 7:39 P.M. TO THE HOUSING AUTHORITY MEETING AND
RECONVENED AT 7:40 P.M. WITH SAME MEMBERS PRESENT.
WORK STUDY SESSION
WS -A. DISCUSSION AND STAFF DIRECTION ON COMMUNITY PROPOSAL FROM
BUILDING HEALTHY COMMUNITIES FOR A WELLNESS DISTRICT - City
Manager's Office
Continued from the March 17, 2015 City Council Meeting.
Presentation by City Manager Cavazos on Community Proposal from Building
Healthy Communities for a Wellness District
Wellness District
• Commissioned by The California Endowment coordinated with Santa Ana
Building Healthy Communities.
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• The proposed Building Healthy Communities Wellness District Resolution
and Report was initially received at the Finance, Economic Development and
Technology Committee meeting on January 12, 2015. (attached)
• The proposal was put together in the form of a resolution
• The City Manager and staff met with the BHC on January 26, 2015 and
responded to this resolution in writing on February 4, 2015. (response
attached)
• BHC second version and comments received March 4, 2015
• Some of the resolution elements align with the City's Strategic Plan
elements.
• What is in the proposed community resolution?
• Ana Urzua, Primary Contact
Includes:
• Economic Development
• Complete streets
• Renaming /branding
• Elements of strategic plan
• Property transfers
• Rent control
• Event sponsorship
• Latino theme
• Bristol Street Properties
• Immigrant affairs
ITEM
PROPOSAL
STAFF RESPONSE
1.
Ensure an equitable, inclusive
The Economic Development Plan was
economic development plan, as called
awarded in February 2015 to create
for in the City's five -year strategic plan,
said plan for the entire City including
that acknowledges and prioritizes the
the downtown area. The plan will
wellness needs and vision of
include a process by which the
underserved resident communities;
community and stakeholders will
that focuses on supporting Santa Ana
provide input.
residents, local small businesses,
The creation of this plan would be
workers, youth and families; that
inclusive of the needs of all residents,
creates opportunities for anyone to
businesses, visitors, as well as the
support themselves and their families
retention and attraction of new
in Santa Ana; and that allows for a
business.
health lens on economic development,
in line with Health In All Policies.
2.
The City will work with the Orange
A citywide Health and Wellness
County Health Care agency, local
Assessment requires the identification
health systems, nonprofit
of funding. The OC Health Care
organizations, and neighborhoods to
Agency currently tracks Children's
produce a baseline assessment of
Health in an annual report that is
health and wellness and establish
published for the entire county.
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3.
PROPOSAL
indicators which will be used to
measure performance and success in
health and economic development
outcomes.
Implement strategies that ensure
development aligned with Wellness
District principles and approaches,
including but not limited to the
following: active programming of
healthy recreational and cultural
activities, creating incentives and
eliminating disincentives for local
businesses offering wellness goods
and services, and creating incentives
for businesses committing to long term
provision of good jobs, affordable
housing, and economic stability for
Santa Ana residents.
Proactively develop and implement
strategies for Santa Ana residents to
remain and thrive in Santa Ana while
minimizing negative impacts of
development, including increases in
the cost of living and other indirect
catalysts of displacement.
At the direction of the City Council,
funding and staffing would need to be
approved to develop such a proposal
and determine the outcomes desired.
The City's Parks, Recreation, and
Community Services Agency current
plans major events in the downtown,
including a health fair, 5k, Holiday
Tree Lighting, Plaza Primavera and
others. Additionally, the community can
plan additional events through the
Special Events /Land Use Application
process.
While the City of Santa Ana and cities
in general, oversee land use via a
zoning code or ordinance which
broadly designates appropriate
businesses categories and uses for
each parcel, private property owners
control the specific tenants and
business uses.
Any financial incentives for businesses
take into consideration the economic
There are four strategies that "facilitate
diverse housing opportunities and
support efforts to preserve and improve
the livability of Santa Ana
neighborhoods." This includes the
City's Housing Opportunity Ordinance.
The Strategic Phan outlines strategies
specific to job training, and services for
residents. This includes senior
programs, youth programs, and the
"Santa Ana Buy Local Plan ". New
development opportunities will help
current and future residents to live and
work within the city, such as Adaptive
Reuse.
Educational partnerships are focused
on supporting educational attainment
which then correlate with higher
income and housing opportunities.
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ITEM
PROPOSAL
STAFF RESPONSE
5.
Engage the street vendor community
To the extent that development
to ensure that the City's plans and
projects would have impacts to any
policies do not impede and are
vendors or the community at large, the
inclusive of their contribution to
Sunshine Ordinance provides specific
servicing low- income residents and
criteria for certain types of
their families as well as downtown
development projects to have
employees and visitors, while
community meetings.
maintaining consideration of brick -and-
mortar businesses.
6.
Support the resolution Establishing "La
Cities and municipalities do not
Calle Cuatro" as the official and
generally assign neighborhood names,
historical name of Fourth Street in
they are often organically assigned
Santa Ana, and the designation of
and /or promoted via marketing and
Plaza Santa Ana as Plaza Calls
branding efforts. Downtown merchants,
Cuatro, affirming the name and
residents and other stakeholders may
branding of La Calle Cuatro and Calle
come together to brand and market the
Cuatro Marketplace.
area.
The City does have a process by which
street names can be changed. An
application is submitted, reviewed by
the Planning Commission, and final
approval is at the discretion of the City
Council.
7.
Support community- organized events
The Municipal Code currently requires
and programming in the downtown that
the charge and collection of fees
promote health, wellness, and culture
related to applications, police overtime
in the public's interest through
costs, and insurance. Any process to
establishing criteria and a procedure
waive, provide scholarships or other
for funding scholarships to cover fees
funding mechanism would need to be
associated with permits and public
approved by the City Council and taken
safety for "temporary outdoor activities"
from a different program.
and "special events" including in public
The City does not control private
and private parking lots. Establish an
parking lots.
application process that specifies
criteria for eligibility to apply for City
sponsorship of the events, using a
variety of funding sources allocated
through the City's strategic plan and /or
discretionary funds.
8.
Implement infrastructure improvements
Through the Capital Improvement Plan,
that promote safety, walkability,
the city is making improvements
cycling, family shopping trips, and
related to safety, walkability, cycling
access to food vendors including but
and vehicular movement. Projects are
not limited to improvements along
prioritized and staff makes its
Fourth Street from Ross to Grand, a
professional recommendation to the
street promenade on Sycamore
City Council for adoption. Staff remains
committed to providing the community
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between Fourth and Fifth Street, and
permanent route place- markers and
wayfinding measures as
recommended in the Downtown Santa
Ana Wellness Corridor Strategic Plan
and Downtown Transit Zone Complete
Streets Plan.
a. Organize a robust process for
developing the City's capital
improvements plan by collaborating
with the community to adequately
define the criteria used to prioritize
projects aligned with community
needs.
Ensure that the arts master plan fi
Wellness District gets shaped in a
participatory process among the City,
the downtown development liaison, the
Arts Commission, and the community's
local artists, while also involving the
various community- serving
organizations of the downtown, local
businesses, and public schools in the
vicinity. This arts master plan ought to
be aligned with the infrastructure and
beautification needs of the
neighborhood - serving downtown
businesses.
The City should develop urban
architectural design forums for certain
areas within the community that
require buildings and streetscapes to
meet culturally relevant aesthetic
standards also reflecting the city's
heritage and cultural identity.
with multiple opportunities to provide
input and be involved in the
development of its plans. There will be
over eight opportunities for the public
to provide input on the Trial Budget
and the CIP.
In March 2015, staff presented to the
FEDT Committee on the wayfinding
program and provided next steps.
The City Council will be accepting
grant funds in April 2015 that will be
used for walkability and pedestrian
amenities in the downtown including: 5
waste receptacles, 25 tree guards, 4
benches, 30 bike racks, and 4
intersection enhancements (final
counts pending funding availability).
The Arts and Culture Commission is
currently reviewing the RFP for the Arts
Master Plan. To the extent that the
RFP development must remain an
internal process so as not to provide
vendors with working copies until it is
finalized, the City will go through a
thorough review process. This master
plan will cover the entire City and not
solely the downtown area. The plan will
be inclusive to represent the diverse
needs of the City.
The City currently has a variety of
design standards which ensure quality
and promote aesthetic standards.
These design standards pertain to all
locations in the city and often to
specific types of use. The City of Santa
Ana's Design Guidelines and
Development Standards is the result of
a comprehensive analysis of the City's
existing design and development
guidance documents. The Guidelines
contained within the document, which
can be found on the City's website,
consolidate the City's discretionary
review documents and provide
supplementary design guidance for
issues not explicitly stated in the Santa
Ana Municipal Code.
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10.
Pilot a system of community operated
microfarms under a cooperative
economic development model by
providing a long term lease to Santa
Ana Building Healthy Communities
three sites of at least Yz acre size from
the following lots:
114S.
Bristol St., 124S.
Bristol St.,
410S.
Bristol St., 414 S.
Bristol St.,
119S.
Bristol St., 123S.
Bristol St.,
402S.
Bristol St., 302S.
Bristol St.,
306 S.
Bristol St., 310S.
Bristol St.,
314S.
Bristol St., 318S.
Bristol St,
430S.
Bristol St., 434S.
Bristol St.,
438S.
Bristol St., 442S.
Bristol St.,
446S.
Bristol St., 502S.
Bristol St.,
508S.
Bristol St., 510S.
Bristol St.,
514S.
Bristol St., 518S.
Bristol St.,
522S.
Bristol St., 830 N.
Parton St.,
900 N.
Sycamore St., 1058 E. 1st. St.,
621 N.
Spurgeon St., 713 N. Spurgeon
St., 414
N. Santa Ana St.,
823 E. 1st.
St.
Santa Ana Municipal Code sections 2-
706 through 2 -710 provides for a public
process to dispose of surplus real
property. The City Council has to first
identify the property as surplus and the
public works director begins the
process of listing the property for sale
through an auction or listing with an
agent. There are two exceptions for
property adjacent to another parcel
where the owner of the private parcel
makes a case to purchase the
adjoining parcel or where the city
desires to sell the property to another
public agency. There are no provisions
for "giving the property away" for less
than fair - market value.
At the direction of the City Council,
staff can look into whether or not it
would like to pursue a micro farm
program. The City does currently have
community gardens at two park sites
and also a collaborative project with
SAUSD.
Staff would need to further research
any restrictions on the 30 property
addresses proposed by Building
Healthy Communities. Additionally,
there would need to be a clear plan,
agreements, policies, and proposal
process as many of those sites are dirt
lots any use would require extensive
site improvements before the public
would be able to enter.
Options:
• Approve one or more of the Building Healthy Communities Resolution
elements /proposals
• Request that staff continue working with Building Healthy Communities on
their proposal and /or City Council direction
The following spoke on the matter:
Philip Escobedo, concerned with use of public funds and fiscal responsibility;
supports Latino culture opined that proposal includes questionable findings;
not sustainable without tax subsidy.
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• Victor Payan, opined that proposal celebrates diversity, member of the
wellness corridor steering committee; opposed to racializing issue.
• Sandra Pocha Pena, opined that Wellness Corridor would promote economic
development and may be huge financial future.
• Omar De La Riva, proposed mercadito to sell economic goods would attract
diverse community.
• Ginelle Hardy, resident of Historical Heninger Park Neighborhood
Association, opined that downtown revitalization should not overflow into
residential areas.
• Dave Hoen, concerned with findings included in proposed resolution and the
suggested improvement to wellness.
• James Kendrick, City not to ignore other cultures in the City; economics will
drive area success; do not separate the cultural diversity in the community.
• Sean Coolidge, supports dual recognition of downtown multi - cultural area
and renaming 4th Street to Calle Cuatro; opined that Lofts could be Mercadito
at the Depot with close proximity to train station and freeway access; also
Farmer's Market celebrating 1 st anniversary.
• Ana Urzua, supports proposal and request approval, opined that health
disparities would be tapered; noted market study analysis.
• Abel Ruiz, spoke in support of wellness corridor.
• America Bracho, Chief Executive Officer of Latino Health Access, supports
corridor; quoted poverty statistics and health correlation that would be
improved with proposal.
• Claudia Arellanes, supports corridor and Calle Cuatro renaming that unifies
all people; submitted petition from 54 businesses in support of renaming.
• Socorro Sarmiento, co- founder of Centro Cultural de Mexico, supports
corridor, noted that Noche de Altares has been great success that brings
people of diverse communities
• Shyla Juarez, supports Wellness District and community gardens and
submitted petition signed by 2,000 residents and community members.
• Tery Saydak, supports Wellness District and community connection; area
has community identity not typical in rest of Orange County
• Evan Miles, supports Corridor and opined that its inclusive plan
• Thomas Gordon, commented on proposed plan, concerned with safety and
extensive graffiti in area; City has unfunded liability
• Marcos Sefarino, questioned proposal he received that is not consistent with
proposal outlined by City Manager.
Council discussion ensued.
Councilmember Benavides, thanked staff and members of the committee for
meeting and discussing the issue; positive step in building bridges and look
forward to compromise.
Summarized matter: Economic Development and Wellness District would make
positive contributions; City currently has business focused Economic
Development Task Force that has sunset; long term opportunity is to consider
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advisory committee that includes businesses and residents; micro farms and
learning farms should be considered, some parcels may be considered for pilot
project along Bristol widening area; receptive to mercadito concept to sell locally
grown produce; housing concept being considered at Santiago and ?? with retail
space to complement the Downtown; Calle Cuatro renaming would recognize
Latino contributions; seek support for Plaza to be renamed Calle Cuatro Plaza
and have Arts & Culture Commission consider matter; signage (way findings)
should consider historical signs in area and throughout the City.
Councilmember Amezcua, thanked staff for consideration; likes concept of
mercadito; indicated that many issues need to be worked out.
Councilmember Reyna, stressed that Strategic Plan approved by the City
Council that does not include proposal; need to prioritize at upcoming retreat;
City needs to have sustained change to make real difference; proposed
universal joint use agreements with school district to expand services may
address wellness component.
Councilmember Tinajero, supports micro farms and long term sustainability,
opposed to giving developers any breaks, agrees with pilot program and include
Calle Cuatro be added under 4t" Street signs that will connect with our history;
concerned with establishment of large advisory committee but needs to be
inclusive; reported on increased sales tax revenue in the Downtown since the
recession.
Mayor Pro Tern Sarmiento, pointed out that City has made significant progress
and going through economic cyclical movement; noted that proposal has many
elements that are not related such as name changing and micro farms
suggested compartmentalization; City eclectic and has celebrated diversity with
Black History Parade, Tet Festival, to name a few.
Mayor Pulido, reflected on improvements throughout the City including over
28,000 licensed businesses in the City; need to have myopic vision to compete
with other cities; believes Streetcar will change the City as well as joint use
agreements; suggested that wellness component include mobility concepts such
as stationary bicycles.
Councilmember Martinez, supports diversity and inclusivity with Main Street
since it is a main thoroughfare; need to consider all areas of the City and
Complete Streets that may address wellness, traffic, lighting, and safety -
sustainability being key. Affirmed support for pilot project on micro farms,
mercadito concept, renaming of Calle Cuatro; mural to be considered by Arts &
Culture Commission; renaming Plaza to Calle Cuatro Plaza, noted that balance
of issues to be included in Five -Year Strategic Plan; work with committee in
addressing balance and bring resolution for Council consideration.
Mayor Pulido noted that Council retreat scheduled in May; would be further
discussed.
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COMMENTS
90A. CITY MANAGER'S COMMENTS - None
90B. CITY COUNCILMEMBER COMMENTS
Councilmember Martinez:
• Reported that Governor Brown announced water rationing; consumption in
Santa Ana below average; staff to assess drought resistant landscape,
promote turf replacement program and water conservation programs;
encouraged residents to continue to conserve.
Councilmember Tinajero:
• As member of the Orange County Sanitation District reported that water
usage will change; urged all to conserve water.
*Mayor Pro Tern Sarmiento left the meeting at 9:43 p.m. and Councilmember Tinajero left at
9:46 p.m.
Councilmember Amezcua:
• Look forward to continued discussion on Wellness Corridor.
Councilmember Reyna:
• Encouraged all to be water wise;
• Request staff review water consumption of eucalyptus trees that is reported
to be 30 gallons per day; staff to consider all options; and
• Asked all to shop in Santa Ana!
Councilmember Benavides:
• Thanked speakers and staff for efforts;
• Support local businesses.
Mayor Pulido:
• Urged all to conserve water and consider alternatives such as eating less
beef — cattle requires over 4,000 gallons of water a year to produce 2 pounds
of meat;
• Micro climates need to be considered in water retention and use of aquifer -
staff to develop ordinance supporting efforts; also Orange County Water
District considering desalination system; and
• Adjourned meeting in memory of Ben Grabiel and Antonio Contreras.
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ADJOURNED- 9:54 P.M. - The next meeting of the City Council is scheduled for
Tuesday, April 21, 2015 at 5:00 p.m. for the Closed Session Meeting
immediately followed by the Regular Open Business Meeting at 5:45 p.m.
in the Council Chamber, 22 Civic Center Plaza, Santa Ana, California.
Adjourn in Memory of
Ben Grabiel
and
Antonio Contreras
Maria Huizar,
Clerk of the Council
FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS
• Proactive Rental Enforcement Program Renew
• 2015 -2016 Budget Adoption
• Mater Dei High School Parking Structure and School Expansion Project
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