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OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
SANTA ANA, CALIFORNIA
JUNE 2, 2015
CLOSED SESSION MEETING
CALLED TO ORDER COUNCIL CHAMBER
22 CIVIC CENTER PLAZA
5:14 P.M.
ATTENDANCE COUNCILMEMBERS Present:
MIGUEL A. PULIDO, Mayor (5:15 p.m.)
VINCENT F. SARMIENTO, Mayor Pro Tem
ANGELICA AMEZCUA
P. DAVID BENAVIDES (5:30 p.m.)
MICHELE MARTINEZ
ROMAN A. REYNA
SAL TINAJERO (5:22 p.m.)
COUNCILMEMBERS Absent:
NONE
STAFF Present:
DAVID CAVAZOS, City Manager
SONIA R. CARVALHO, City Attorney
MARIA D. HUIZAR, Clerk of the Council
PUBLIC COMMENTS - None
COUNCIL RECESSED to Room 147 for Closed Session discussion at 5:14 p.m.
CLOSED SESSION ITEMS - The Brown Act permits legislative bodies to discuss certain matters
without members of the public present. The City Council finds, based on advice from the City Attorney,
that discussion in open session of the following matters will prejudice the position of the City in existing
and anticipated litigation:
CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL -- ANTICIPATED LITIGATION
Significant exposure to litigation pursuant to paragraph (2) or (4) of
subdivision (d) of Section 54956.9 of the Government Code - Sycamore
Parking Garage Concepts
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2. CONFERENCE WITH REAL PROPERTY NEGOTIATOR pursuant to
Government Code Section 54956.8.
a. Address of Property: YMCA Property- -205 West Civic Center Drive
Santa Ana, CA 92701;
Negotiators: City Manager, David Cavazos
Terms: Price and Terms of Property Disposition
b. Address of Property: Centennial Education Center
2900 W. Edinger Avenue
Santa Ana, CA 92704
Negotiators: City Manager David Cavazos, Parks,
Recreation & Community Services Agency
Director Gerado Mouet and Chancellor of the
Rancho Santiago Community College District
(RSCCD) Raul Rodriguez
Terms: Price and Terms of Lease
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 6:17 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
6:22 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
SONIA R. CARVALHO, City Attorney
MARIA D. HUIZAR, Clerk of the Council
CINTHYA VARGAS AND JESUS VILLEGAS,
DAVIS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
GARY TUCKER, POLICE CHAPLAIN
EXCEPTIONAL SERVICE AWARD presented by MAYOR PULIDO to the Little
Sparrow Cafe owners Bruce Marsh, Naseem Aflakian and Jenny Le for their
outstanding contributions to the City of Santa Ana.
PROCLAMATION presented by MAYOR PULIDO recognizing the Orange County Fire
Authority's Drowning Prevention campaign.
PROCLAMATION presented by COUNCILMEMBER MARTINEZ to Alejandro "Alex"
Flores for his for his service to the community and Rancho Santiago Bond Oversight
Committee.
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CLOSED SESSION REPORT — Nothing to report.
PUBLIC COMMENT
1. George Garcia, supports efforts of the Police Department in fight against ISIS
infiltrators.
2. Linda Lou Kestin, concerned with upcoming power outage pre - scheduled by
Southern California Edison.
• Mayor Pulido, would like staff to discuss outage notification with Edison.
3. Mike Fernandez, spoke on behalf of his parents who are opposed to Warner
Avenue Widening project; may impact health and welfare of parents.
4. Tina Flores, voiced concerns with Warner Avenue Widening Project and traffic
impacts to surrounding area.
5. Patty Mejia, spoke on Warner Avenue Widening Project; concerned with
displacement and fair valuation of homes.
6. Rosa Montaniz, Delhi Neighborhood Association, opposed to Warner Avenue
Widening project; requested 6 month continuance to allow for community input
on the project.
7. Madeleine Spencer, presented letter of anti - displacement for the record on the
Warner Avenue Expansion and Improvement Project.
8. Angelica, husband spoke on her behalf, troubled that City will displace family;
recently purchased home in area.
• Mayor Pulido, requested community meeting; fair market value will be offered.
• Mayor Pro Tern Sarmiento, noted that fair market value, relocation and travel
costs are not discretionary; suggested continuance to allow additional
comments from the neighborhood and allow staff to address misnomers.
• City Manager Cavazos, noted that additional meetings will be scheduled as
requested.
9. Rick Neidermeyer, attended AYSO Conference; invited all to opening
ceremonies scheduled after Labor Day; requested City partnership with VIP
program (Very Important Players) that works with disabled children.
10. Richard Garcia, opined that Warner Improvement will have significant impacts in
addition to parking lot improvement project at Mater Dei High School.
CONSENT CALENDAR
MOTION: Approve staff recommendations on the following Consent
Calendar items 10A through 318, with the following modifications:
Councilmember Martinez pulled Agenda Item 22E, 25B and 31A for separate
action.
MOTION: Tinajero
VOTE: AYES
SECOND: Sarmiento
Amezcua, Benavides, Martinez, Pulido, Reyna,
Sarmiento, Tinajero (7)
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NOES: None (0)
ABSTAIN: None (0)
ABSENT: None (0)
ADMINISTRATIVE MATTERS
MINUTES
10A. MINUTES FROM THE REGULAR MEETING OF MAY 19, 2015
{STRATEGIC PLAN NO. 5, 11 — Clerk of the Council Office
MOTION: Approve Minutes.
BOARDS / COMMISSIONS / COMMITTEES
13A. COUNCIL COMMITTEES - AGENDA AND MINUTES {STRATEGIC PLAN
NO. 5, 11 - Clerk of the Council Office
MOTION: Receive and file
NAME MEETING DATE
Legislative 5/13/2015
Finance, Economic Development & Technology 5/18/2015
Code of Conduct and Ethics 5/21/2015
Public Safety and Neighborhood Improvement 5/26/2015
13B. COUNCIL APPOINTMENT TO THE TRANSPORTATION CORRIDOR
AGENCY {STRATEGIC PLAN NO. 5, 1) - Clerk of the Council Office
MOTION: Appoint Councilmember Michele Martinez as the City of
Santa Ana representative to the Transportation Corridor Agency and
shall serve at the pleasure of the City Council.
FINAL TRACT MAP NOTIFICATIONS
Pursuant to Section 34 -183 of the Santa Ana Municipal Code, the City Engineer has received this Final
Map and is in the process of reviewing the map for final approval. The City Engineer shall approve or
disapprove this map within 10 days of the City Council Meeting.
17A. CERTIFICATION AND APPROVAL BY CITY ENGINEER FINAL
PARCEL MAP NO. 2004 -100 (4004 WEST MCFADDEN AVENUE)
{STRATEGIC PLAN NOS. 3, 5; 5, 3; 5, 4) - Public Works Agency
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MOTION: Receive and file.
17B. CERTIFICATION AND APPROVAL BY CITY ENGINEER — FINAL TRACT
MAP NO. 17610 (1901 EAST FIRST STREET) - {STRATEGIC PLAN
NOS. 3, 5; 5, 3; 5, 4) - Public Works Agency
MOTION: Receive and file.
MISCELLANEOUS ADMINISTRATION
19A. CONFIRMATION OF CLOSED SESSION ACTION(S) — None
19B. EXCUSED ABSENCES — None
BUDGETARY MATTERS
SPECIFICATIONS — PURCHASE OF EQUIPMENT AND SERVICES
22A. SPEC. NO. 14 -081 - HYDRAULIC SWING VALVE EXERCISING
MACHINES {STRATEGIC PLAN NO. 6, 2) (Public Works Agency) -
Finance & Management Services
MOTION: Amend the contract with National Auto Fleet Group in an
amount of $131,930 for a total contract amount not to exceed
$572,050, subject to non - substantive changes approved by the City
Manager and City Attorney.
22B. SPEC. NO. 15 -033 - REPLACEMENT VEHICLES, ELECTRIC
ECOTRUCKS UTILIZED AT THE SANTA ANA ZOO AND SANTA ANA
STADIUM - {STRATEGIC PLAN NO. 6, 2) - Finance & Management
Services
MOTION: Award a contract to Alvarez Electric Motors, dba
EcoCentre, in an amount not to exceed $58,000, subject to non -
substantive changes approved by the City Manager and City
Attorney.
22C. SPEC. NO. 15 -034 - WATERWORKS FITTINGS AND SUPPLIES FOR
FIRE HYDRANTS {STRATEGIC PLAN NO. 6, 1, 1c} (Public Works
Agency) - Finance & Management Services
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MOTION: Award contracts for a one -year period expiring June 15,
2016, with provisions for four one -year renewals exercisable by the
City Manager, in an annual aggregate amount not to exceed
$350,000, subject to non - substantive changes approved by the City
Manager and City Attorney, with the following vendors:
Vendor
Location
Ferguson Enterprises, Inc.
Santa Ana
H.D. Supply Waterworks Ltd.
Santa Ana
S & J Supply Company, Inc.
Santa Fe Springs
22D. SPEC. NO. 15 -036 - WELL PUMP AND MOTOR REPAIRS FOR WATER
WELLS AND WATER PUMPBING STATIONS TO SUPPLY THE CITY'S
DRINKING WATER {STRATEGIC PLAN NO. 6, 1, 1C} (Public Works
Agency) - Finance & Management Services
MOTION: Award contracts fora one -year period expiring June 15,
2016, with provisions for three one -year renewals exercisable by the
City Manager and City Attorney, in an annual aggregate amount not
to exceed $400,000, subject to nonsubstantive changes approved by
the City Manager and City Attorney, with the following vendors:
Vendor Location
General Pump Company Inc. San Dimas
Weber Water Resources, LLC San Bernardino
Councilmember Martinez asked if video recording of meetings in Room
1600 in the Ross Annex would be able to be recorded. Staff affirmed.
Mayor Pro Tern Sarmiento thanked departments involved in efforts to
improve transparency and accountability.
MOTION: Amend the contract with VMI Inc. to increase the
aggregate limit by $5,000 for an annual amount not to exceed
$30,000, subject to non - substantive changes approved by the City
Manager and City Attorney.
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VOTE: AYES
SECOND: Sarmiento
Amezcua, Benavides, Martinez, Pulido, Reyna,
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Sarmiento, Tinajero (7)
NOES: None (0)
ABSTAIN: None (0)
ABSENT: None(0)
AGREEMENTS
25A. AGMT NO. 2015 -094 - RECREATIONAL CLASS INSTRUCTION (TINY
TOTS) (STRATEGIC PLAN NO. 5, 6C) - Parks, Recreation & Community
Services Agency
MOTION: Authorize the City Manager and Clerk of the Council to
execute an amendment with Nora Sanchez, increasing the
compensation from $25,000 to $35,000 annually, for the two -year
term, which ends on December 31, 2016, subject to non - substantive
changes approved by the City Manager and City Attorney.
Councilmember Martinez, requested the contractor use recycled water.
MOTION: Authorize the City Manager and Clerk of the Council to
execute an amendment with Superior Property Services, increasing
the contingency by $8,000, for a total annual amount of $96,850, for
the third year period, January 1, 2015 through December 31, 2015, of
the five -year agreement expiring December 31, 2017, subject to non -
substantive changes approved by the City Manager and the City
Attorney.
MOTION: Martinez
VOTE: AYES:
NOES:
ABSTAIN:
ABSENT:
SECOND: Reyna
Amezcua, Benavides, Martinez, Pulido, Reyna,
Sarmiento, Tinajero (7)
None (0)
None (0)
None(0)
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25C. AGMT NO. 2015 -096 - VIDEO PRODUCTION SERVICES FOR CITY
COUNCIL MEETINGS, OTHER VARIOUS PRODUCTIONS AND
CABLEIVIDEO EQUIPMENT MAINTENANCE {STRATEGIC PLAN NO. 2,
3C} - Parks, Recreation & Community Services Agency
MOTION: Authorize the City Manager and Clerk of the Council to
execute an agreement with Video Engineering Services in an annual
amount of $65,875, which includes $6,800 in contingency, for a three -
year term, with two, one -year renewal options, subject to non -
substantive changes approved by the City Manager and City
Attorney.
25D. AGMT NO. 2015 -097 - FISCAL YEAR 2015 -2016 SENIOR MEALS ON
WHEELS PROGRAM — 2015 -2016 COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
BLOCK GRANT FUNDED (CDBG) {STRATEGIC PLAN NO. 5, 6E} -
Parks, Recreation & Community Services Agency and Community
Development Agency
MOTION: Authorize the City Manager and Clerk of the Council to
execute an agreement with Community SeniorServ, Inc. in an amount
of $77,398 for a one year term to end on June 30, 2016, subject to
non - substantive changes approved by the City Manager and City
Attorney.
25E. WORKFORCE INNOVATION AND OPPORTUNITY ACT YOUTH FUNDS
PROGRAM YEAR 2015 -2017 (STRATEGIC PLAN NO 2, 4) - Community
Development Agency
Workforce Investment Board approved recommended action on May 21,
2015 by a vote of 14 -5 -7 (Beasley, Davilla, Didion, Jimenez -Hami,
Martinez abstained; de Leon, Everett, Fischer, Gonzalez, Lewis, Ruiz,
Tucker absent).
MOTION:
1. Authorize the City Manager and Clerk of the Council to execute
agreements or memorandums of understanding with the
following organizations, subject to non - substantive changes
approved by the City Manager and City Attorney from July 1, 2015
through June 30, 2017, contingent on performance outcomes and
availability of funds for the second program year:
a. AGMT NO. 2015 -098 - Orange County Children's Therapeutic Arts
Center to provide occupational skills training in the areas of office
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administration, mental health paraprofessional, and childcare
worker certification, offer job preparation, paid work experience,
tutoring, mentoring, counseling, and supportive services, for 20
youth in the annual amount of $164,000;
b. AGMT NO. 2015 -099 - Orange County Conservation Corps to
provide alternative secondary education that leads to a high school
diploma, credential training in forklift operator, safe food handling,
customer service, computer software, job preparation, paid work
experience, post- secondary education resources, and support
services for 20 youth in the annual amount of $160,000;
c. AGMT NO. 2015 -100 - Santa Ana Public Library to provide post-
secondary occupational skills training in the areas of digital
technology, computer maintenance and repair, paid work
experience, leadership development, tutoring, and mentoring for 22
youth in the annual amount of $160,000.
2. Authorize the City Manager and Clerk of the Council to execute
agreements with the following organizations in the order listed
below, as additional funds become available, subject to non -
substantive changes approved by the City Manager and City
Attorney from July 1, 2015 through June 30, 2017, contingent on
performance outcomes and availability of funds for the second
program year:
a. AGMT NO. 2015 -101 - Orange County Labor Federation to provide
a pre- apprenticeship program that will provide pre- apprenticeship
and apprenticeship preparation, workforce preparation, job
readiness skills, and direct placement with apprenticeship programs
for 10 youth in the annual amount of $65,000;
b. AGMT NO. 2015 -102 - Career College of California to provide
vocational training in Business Office Administration, Medical Front
Office with Billing and Coding, Accounting, and Paralegal to 15
youth in the annual amount of $142,500.
25F. AGMT NO. 2015 -103 - STRUCTURAL PLAN CHECK SERVICES FOR
THE ONE BROADWAY PLAZA PROJECT AND REIMBURSEMENT BY
APPLICANT, CARIBOU INDUSTRIES {STRATEGIC PLAN NO. 3, 5} -
Planning and Building Agency
MOTION: Authorize the City Manager and Clerk of the Council to
execute an agreement with Nabih Youssef Associates in an amount
not to exceed $75,000 for a three -year term expiring on June 30,
2018, subject to non - substantive changes approved by the City
Manager and City Attorney.
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MISCELLANEOUS - BUDGET
29A, UPDATE ON MEASURE BB: MEDICAL MARIJUANA INITIATIVE
ENFORCEMENT EFFORTS AND COSTS {STRATEGIC PLAN NO. 1; 4;
5} - Police Department and Planning and Building Agency
MOTION; Receive and file.
CONDITIONAL USE PERMITIVARIANCES
31 A. CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 2015 -08 TO ALLOW A TRADE
SCHOOL AT 1639 EAST EDINGER AVENUE, UNIT A - JAY MURVINE,
APPLICANT {STRATEGIC PLAN NO. 3, 21 - Planning and Building
Agency
Planning Commission approved recommended action on May 11, 2015,
by a vote of 6 -0 (Alderete absent).
Councilmember Martinez, noted that the City will have trade school in City.
MOTION: Receive and file the staff report approving Conditional Use
Permit No. 2015 -08 as conditioned.
MOTION: Martinez SECOND: Tinajero
VOTE: AYES: Amezcua, Benavides, Martinez, Pulido, Reyna,
Sarmiento, Tinajero (7)
NOES: None (0)
ABSTAIN: None (0)
ABSENT: None(0)
31 B. REGIONAL PLANNED SIGN PROGRAM NO. 2014 -01 AT WESTFIELD
MAINPLACE AT 2800 NORTH MAIN STREET — GREGG BERWIN,
APPLICANT {STRATEGIC PLAN NO. 3, 2} - Planning and Building
Agency
Planning Commission approved recommended action on May 11, 2015,
by a vote of 6 -0 (Alderete absent).
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MOTION: Receive and file the staff report approving Regional
Planned Sign Program No. 2014 -01 as conditioned.
* *END OF CONSENT CALENDAR **
BUSINESS CALENDAR
RESOLUTIONS
55A AFFIRM CONSISTENCY BETWEEN THE CITY'S CIRCULATION
ELEMENT AND THE MASTER PLAN OF ARTERIAL HIGHWAYS AND
CONCURRENCE WITH EXISTING TRANSPORTATION SYSTEM
IMPROVEMENT AREA FEE PROGRAM (STRATEGIC PLAN NO. 6, 1,
G) - Public Works Agency
Councilmember Martinez, will not support item because Circulation
Element Update on hold for past year and a half to allow for creation of the
Safe Mobility Plan to make sure it is consistent with General Plan. It is
important for City Council to set overall priorities.
Public Works Executive Director, Fred Mousavipour noted that Safe
Mobility Plan (to be completed at the end of August), the Circulation Plan
along with Pavement Plan together will generate the Master Plan for all
modes of transportation to be considered by the City Council by the end of
the year. Indicated that Circulation Element will be updated and if needed,
said Plan will be reaffirmed.
MOTION: Adopt a resolution.
RESOLUTION NO. 2015 -023 - A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL
OF THE CITY OF SANTA ANA CONCERNING THE STATUS OF THE
CIRCULATION ELEMENT AND MITIGATION FEE PROGRAM FOR THE
MEASURE M (M2) PROGRAM
MOTION: Sarmiento SECOND; Tinajero
VOTE: AYES: Amezcua, Benavides,
Sarmiento, Tinajero (6)
NOES: Martinez (1)
ABSTAIN: None (0)
ABSENT: None(0)
Pulido, Reyna,
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55B AFFIRM WELLNESS STRATEGIES {STRATEGIC PLAN NO. 5) - City
Manager's Office
The following spoke on the matter:
1. Sam Romero, supports economic development advisory committee
and Calle Cuatro renaming.
2. Raul Yanez, supports Wellness initiative.
3. Karen Gallardo, supports program.
4. Rosalia Vargas, represents Latino Health Access, thanked City Council
for consideration; summarized proposal; approval would promote
health initiatives.
5. Beda Ruiz, supports Wellness Corridor and concentration in Downtown
area.
6. Mark McLoughlin, representing Dave Elliott, President of Santa Ana
Chamber of Commerce, requested continuance until the Strategic Plan
be completed in the Fall and the Task Force is actively meeting to
discuss economic development initiatives.
7. Miriam Lopez, supports proposal in the Downtown.
Council discussion ensued.
Mayor Pro Tern Sarmiento, thanked advocates and community members
working on Proposal. Supports concept, requested clarity of option #2.
Proposed Amended Motion to approve option 2, with a limit of 7 members
and for a 12 month period.
Councilmember Amezcua, thanked City Manager for including
approximate cost to implement program.
Councilmember Reyna, concerned with historic drought and promotion of
water use by approving micro farms; proposed friendly amendment to hold
off on micro -farms until Governor lifts drought; concerned with perception
and requested quarterly updates.
Mayor Pro Tern Sarmiento, opined that micro farms are not large and if so
bound by Code provisions.
Mayor Pulido, local economy may benefit in addition to produce; carefully
watch to make sure to follow intent and monitor water usage at the micro -
farms.
Councilmember Benavides, proposed friendly amendment to resolution to
modify Section 3. Desiring creation of micro - farms, the City Council
directs staff to 1) identify and analyze real property locations for potential
micro -farms and to 2) pursue a long -term lease agreement with a non-
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profit as an incubator to a worker -owned cooperative operated, by and for,
low income families with the goal of identifying sites of at least one -half an
acre and to 3) be supportive of private proposals to develop micro - farms.
Friendly amendment accepted by the maker of the motion.
AMENDED MOTION:
1. Having identified the common areas of interest, and recognizing
that the wellness proposal contains a variety of other suggestions
and concepts, the City Council shall select following option to
provide support to economic development.
Creation of an Economic Development Committee. Membership to
be comprised of seven (7) individuals representing the following
groups nominated by the Mayor and each Councilmember: large
employer, real estate broker, financial institution, healthcare
provider, educational institution, tourism /hospitality, downtown
association, chamber of commerce, small business association,
and community advocate.
2. Adopt amended resolution.
RESOLUTION NO. 2015 -024 - A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA ANA AFFIRMING THE CITY
COUNCIL'S SUPPORT OF WELLNESS STRATEGIES
THROUGHOUT THE CITY OF SANTA ANA
MOTION: Sarmiento SECOND: Benavides
VOTE: AYES: Amezcua, Benavides, Martinez, Pulido, Reyna,
Sarmiento, Tinajero (7)
NOES: None (0)
ABSTAIN: None (0)
ABSENT: None(0)
ADMINISTRATIVE MATTERS - BUSINESS
60A. SPONSORSHIP OF NEIGHBORHOOD ASSOCIATION EVENTS
{STRATEGIC PLAN NO. 5, 4) - City Manager's Office
Councilmember Martinez, noted that City of Irvine has similar policy that
allows each Ward $10,000; motion to support option #2.
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REPORTS
65A.
Councilmember Tinajero, concerned with possible abuse and corruption;
supports option #1.
Councilmember Reyna, concerned that associations that are more active
will benefit from policy; recommended $1,000 per Neighborhood
Association on a use it or lose it basis.
Councilmember Amezcua, asked how many associations are in each
Ward; would like equal representation.
Councilmember Benavides, supports matter and allocation for events
throughout the City.
Mayor Pulido, stated that it was trial; important to be consistent.
Mayor Pro Tern Sarmiento, noted that policy may be amended as needed.
MOTION: Direct staff to develop a resolution, implement policies,
and amend appropriate ordinances for following option.
Allocate annual funding of $10,000 to each Councilmember to
nominate neighborhood association and other approved entities for
approval by vote of the entire City Council, for a total amount of
$70,000.
MOTION: Martinez SECOND: Sarmiento
VOTE: AYES: Benavides, Martinez, Pulido, Sarmiento (4)
NOES: Amezcua, Reyna, Tinajero (3)
ABSTAIN: None (0)
ABSENT: None(0)
PARK RANGER PROGRAM UPDATE {STRATEGIC PLAN NO. 1, 1) -
Police Department
Councilmember Martinez, requested status of hiring and overtime cost;
also, routine updates.
MOTION: Receive and file.
MOTION: Martinez SECOND: Amezcua
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VOTE: AYES: Amezcua, Benavides, Martinez, Pulido, Reyna,
Sarmiento (6)
NOES: None (0)
ABSTAIN: None (0)
ABSENT: Tinajero (1)
65B. REVIEW AND ADOPTION OF THE 2015 FEDERAL AND STATE
LEGISLATIVE PLATFORM {STRATEGIC PLAN NOS. 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7) -
City Manager's Office
Mayor Pro Tern Sarmiento, noted that Platform has allowed $6 million in
grant funds through efforts
Councilmember Benavides, thanked Committee for efforts; noted that My
Brother's Keeper initiative transferring to US President's non - profit
program at the end of his term in 2016.
MOTION: Adopt the 2015 Federal and State Legislative Platform.
MOTION: Martinez SECOND: Sarmiento
VOTE: AYES: Amezcua, Benavides, Martinez, Pulido, Reyna,
Sarmiento (6)
NOES: None (0)
ABSTAIN: None (0)
ABSENT: Tinajero (1)
65C. MEDIAN LANDSCAPE ALTERNATIVES TO COMPLY WITH STATE OF
CALIFORNIA EMERGENCY EXECUTIVE ORDER DUE TO DROUGHT
CONDITIONS {STRATEGIC PLAN NO. 5, 2)- Public Works Agency
Mayor Pulido, requested status report in 6 months; asked about watering
of large trees and palm trees along Bristol Street.
City Manager Cavazos, noted that trees are excluded.
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Councilmember Martinez, suggested the City apply for turf replacement
grants available through the Metropolitan Water District and use of rain
barrels to collect water. Urged residents to apply
City Manager Cavazos, staff recommendation includes approval of
alternative #4 in the staff report, as follow: use of drought tolerant with
decomposed granite; high - priority areas of the city for groundcover; use of
none or Potable water; fiscal year 2016 savings of approximately
$577,000 with capital cost of $5.0 million for implementation.
MOTION:
1. Direct staff to comply with the State of California Executive Order
B -29 -15 due to drought conditions and stop irrigation of
landscaped medians by June 1, 2015.
2. Direct staff to pursue a replacement landscaping alternative at
high - priority locations Citywide, using a combination of drought -
tolerant planting and decomposed granite, and evaluate options
to finance the project via an interfund loan.
MOTION: Martinez
VOTE: AYES:
NOES:
ABSTAIN:
ABSENT:
PUBLIC HEARINGS
SECOND: Reyna
Amezcua, Benavides, Martinez, Pulido, Reyna,
Sarmiento, Tinajero (7)
None (0)
None (0)
None(0)
75A -1. ADOPTION OF CITY BUDGET FOR FISCAL YEAR 2015 -2016; SEVEN -
YEAR CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM (CIP) FROM FISCAL YEAR
2015 -2016 THROUGH FISCAL YEAR 2021 -2022; AMEND AND
REESTABLISH THE CITY'S BASIC CLASSIFICATION AND
COMPENSATION PLANS - Finance & Management Services
75A -2. FISCAL YEAR 2015 -16 MISCELLANEOUS FEES RESOLUTION
{STRATEGIC PLAN NO. 4, 2A) - Finance & Management Services
Legal Notice published in the Orange County Register on May 22, 2015
and May 29, 2015.
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Mayor Pulido opened the Hearing. The following spoke on the matter:
• Darrell White, spoke on behalf of Riverview Neighborhood Association;
requested consideration for funding of capital improvements at
Riverview Park.
There were no other speakers and the Hearing closed.
Staff report presented by City Manager, David Cavazos and
Executive Director of Public Works, Fred Mousavipour
AGENDA
• City Manager's Budget & Economic Conditions
Overview
• Trial Budget & Community Budget Hearings
• FY 2014 -15 Year -End Projections
• Fiscal Year 2015 -16 Proposed Budget
• Capital Improvement Program
• Fiscal Year 2015 -16 Adopted Budget Calendar
• Next Budget Calendar Steps
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CITY MANAGER'S BUDGET
& ECONOMIC OVERVIEW
• 8.8% growth In Top 6 Revenue Sources over a 3-Year Was
- £14]5M (Rgepatl FY ldYS)n ]t35.fiM(fY 1913)
• 11.5% Sales Tax growth new a 3-Year periotl
py
- W6u (flnyfe3FY14115)5.$39.1M(FS1913I
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- 17.3% Hotal Visitors Tax growth wer a 3-Year period
- ¢BBM;P1ptt1u1 FY 14f15)w. $].SM(FY 111137
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• Assessed Property Val uas have ldclPased hy8.596 near aI
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• 41.5% growth In Building Valuation
- 32a50M lPmjedetl FY lwl5)1s 51NaM (fY 17113)
• Unemployment rate has significantly declined
- 5➢%I4a 15
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& ECONOMIC OVERVIEW
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FY 14 -15
PROJECTED YEAR -END SURPLUS
TOTAL GENERAL FUND
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Projected Year -End Surplus: S10412M
FY 2014 -15 Surplus
Council Consideration
• Deferred Maintenance, Capital
Improvement and Information
Technology
• General Plan /Zoning Code Update and
Strategic Visioning /Branding Plan
• Maintain 20% General Fund Reserve
0 level
FY 14-15
TOP 6 REVENUE SOURCES
YEAR-END PROJECTIONS
"Sales Tax Forecast deserves Bull's -eye award!"
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• $2.51M for the recurring implementation of the Strategic Plan
• COPS grant 2nd Year allocation
• Additional Planning & Building stalf$1.1M
— 4BuildinglnspeclomtlPemdt Prouassar -$%%
— 3 Senror Plan Check EngineersN Senior Plumbing-Mechanical Systems
Specialist -$6Wk
• No cuts to programs or services
• Medical Marijuana Dispensaries (MMD) Enforcement Plan
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• Includes revised annualized health insurance rates of 7%
($12.4 million)
• Includes FY 15-16 actuarial PERS rates:
— Safety. 46.5%
— Mscellaneous: 28.5%
(Total Pension Costs, Safety & Miscellaneous, -$18.8 million)
• Recommended Cost of Living Adjustment to be included in
FY 15-16 Budget
Process Steps:
• Coumil Appmvalof Compensation Package
• Determine final compensation & oerefAs for each bargaining group &
associated General Fund Departments
• Amend proposed or amend adopted budget
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Options
RECOMMENDATION
Areco soar to mmuae aeao muimn in
:ryerulitures & $2,55 million corresponding
evenum in G1tys proposed FY 1516
mdget. (Simple majority vote)
dppmnmatel y $7.55 rm7Non over two War
rBBB r:
'GensratFundONy
'Pension andHe0h fosureroecosfs are
roudedinpropmal FY 1516budget
ALTERNATIVE
rtewgmro eaparmiwivo a
revenues after budget
adoption and conclusion of negotiations.
(Requires Appropriations Adjustment 8
supermajodty vots)
Non - General Fund salary increases are included
within the proposed FY 15 -16 Budget
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City Charter Requirement
(Santa Ana City Charter)
Sec. 600 - Budge Preparation by the City Manager. In preparing the
proposed City budget, the City Manager shall review the financial plans
submitted, hold conferences thereon with the office, agency and department
heads, respectively, and revise such plans as he may deem advisable.
Sec 605 — Submission to the City County. On or before the fifteenth tlSuh)
day of/une of each year, the City Manager shall recommend and submit to
-
the City Council a proposed budgetfar the next ensuing fiscal year and
proposed appropriation ordinance as prepared by him
CI
Sec. 607 — Further Consideration and Adoption. On or before the thirty -first
t3lst) day ofluly the City Council shall adopt the budget with revisions, if
any, by the affirmative votes ofat least a majority of its members. Upon
final adoption, the budget shall be in effect for the ensuing fiscal year.
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ADHERING TO THE FISCAL POLICY
General Fund Budget Policy Directives:
"It shall be established that a balanced budget will be
presented annually to the City Council for adoption.
A balanced budget will be defined as ongoing
recurring operating revenues matching ongoing
recurring operating expenditures including debt
service."
"One -time or term specific funding can only be used to
match one -time non recurring expenditures, term
specific projects and programs, as well as capital
expenditures." 12
FY 2015.16 PROPOSED BUDGET
GENERAL FUND BUDGET. S225.15M
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Community Developnec, CIeM of Rre Council, H Li,,wouNe NRalm 13
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FY 2015.16
GENERAL FUND PROPOSED BUDGET
600%
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FY 15 -16 Trial Budaet:
• 7 Police Officers $500k
• Safe Mobility Program $500k
Upgrade of Police Equipment $took
• Council Liaison $140k
Purchase of Additional Library
• Funding to support Econ. Dev.
Materials $200k
& Neigh. Improv. $250k
Expansion of Library Hours $83k
-Audit Program $140k
Zoo Master Plan Development $125k
• Funding for Neigh. Assoc. $52k
City Sponsored Events $140k
• Civic Center Capital Projects
Fields, Lighting & Facilities $150k
$225k
Deferred Maintenance• $400k
• Ongoing IT Assessment $150k
• Code Enforcement Technological
Improvements $1251,
'Non - General Fund
Trial Budget Ad"ustments:
-Additional funding to purchase
• Additional Recreation Classes
E- books $22k
$1651,
• Additional funding for Neigh.
• Youth Commission $25k
Assoc. $18k
• CERT ProgramfEmer. Mgmt. $65k
remodvmby
• Staffing for Body Camera
• Joint Use -Def. Maint $751,
mum
Program $200k
• Removal of Council Liaison $(140k)
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TRIAL BUDGET & COMMUNITY BUDGET
HEARINGS
Continued public input through Community Budget Hearings (April -May)
• Conducted Budget Hearings
— Approx. 150 attendees
— 40 +Speakers /Comment Cards
• 38 0/.-Public Safety topics
• 20%- Roadway Improvements/CIP ,
• 8 %Parks & Recreation topics.
• 8 %•Funding for deferred maintenance
• B %Miscellaneous topics
• 50/mZoning & ordinance topics
• 5% Orange County Fire Authority
• 51 /a•Strategic Plan
• 3% Housing topics
f "Community Input on Trial Budget" 16
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Funding Recommendations
FY 1546 Proposed Budpeti
• 7 Police Officers $500k
• Safe Mobility Program $500k
• Upgrade of Police Equipment $100k
• Funding to support Evan. Dev,
• Purchase ofAdlditbnal Library
a Neigh. Imp ov. $2501,
Materials$222k
• Audit Program $140k
• Expansion of Library Hours $83k
• Fundng for Neigh. Assoc.$70k
• Zoo Master Plan Development$125k
• Civic Center Capital Pmjects
•City Sponsored Events $140k
$225k
• Fields, Lighting a Facilities $150k
• Ongoing IT Assessment$150k
• Deferred Maintenance' S400k
• Staffing for Badly Camara Program 2001,
• Cade Enforcement Technological
• Additional Recreation Classes$165k
Improvements $1251,
• CERT PrograMEmerg. Mend. $651,
• Youth Commission $25k
•Joint Use - Deferred Maint.$75k
• Non- Gederal Fund
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FY 15 -16 Deferred Maintenance Projects
• Total of $400k allocated for
Deferred Maintenance:
— $130k -Roof restoration of the
Corporate Yard
— $100k- Address various park facility
deferred maintenance
— $60k -Fire station improvements
— $40k -Front door upgrades to be ADA
compliant 8 exterior painting of the
South West Senior Center
— $40k- Rebuilding of air handler at New
Hope Library
— $30k- Install commercial commodes &
Q exterior painting of the Corbin Center
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CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM
Presented by:
Fred Mousavipour
Executive Director of Public Works
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CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT
PROGRAM (CIP)
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Lc- SAFE MOBILITY
- SANTA ANA (SMSA)
$780,000
is a $500,000 from General Fund to be allocated for
priority projects identified by the SMSA Study
Allocation of Space Reallocation of Space
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o Curb extensions at crossing o Refuge medians
Qo Painted and elevated cross walk o Bike lane striping
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Traffic Planning
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City Facility
Improvement
$59,260,900
• Fac it, lmprovamerde
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• Ser Improvements
• Park Frud,liea
•Water lmpmel
• Publi Sdey Facilt.
• Cifyv.'ide Sbrm Been
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® CIP
PROJECT
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IFY 15-16
Adopted Budget
Calendar
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Next a
Budget - • Steps
June i6, 2016
Rnal ButlgN1CIP Ordinance Adopgon
City Council MeeOng
July 1,.2615
Butlgetlmplementa6on
Au6uatlOClp6er 2015
City COUpaTFY.1415Surylus
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Council discussion ensued
Councilmember Amezcua, thanked Mr. White and request consideration in
the Fall when surplus funds are reallocated; need community input on
proposal; consider use of part -time position to manage labor relations.
Executive Director of Personnel Services, Ed Raya, clarified need for
Labor Relations Manager.
Councilmember Reyna, asked about the workload and need for full -time
position for labor negotiations.
Councilmember Tinajero, opposed to full time position when the City has
contracted labor relations in the past at a cost of $75,000 in comparison to
$220,000 for full -time position.
Mayor Pro Tern Sarmiento, commented on successful negotiations and
use of contractor to deal with difficult negotiations.
Councilmember Martinez, commented on transparency and concern that
members of the community, specifically Mr. White's request for capital
improvements at Riverview Park not included in the budget; currently the
community does not include resident's priorities and not given opportunity
to present for consideration; supports "Participatory Budgeting" and allow
residents to set priorities, noted that in 2013 the City Council allocated
funds for the General Plan Updated but realized that funds not spent and
included in City's Reserve account without City Council approval; Policy
does not allow for inter -fund transfers without Council approval — decisions
should not be staff driven. Commented on classifications and need to
include in Trial Budget; requested explanation on allocation for Special
Assistant to the City Manager since it is not included in the budget;
requested position by added to the budget.
City Manager Cavazos, noted that position in under - filling Deputy City
Manager position; requested that budget be reduced by difference if
Council Policy is to maintain the Special Assistant to the City Manager
position.
Councilmember Martinez, asked about Strategic Plan carryover funds.
Executive Director of Finance and Manager Services, Francisco Gutierrez,
noted that approximately $2.5 million ongoing expenses and $545,000 are
one -time cost.
Councilmember Martinez, requested clarification on inter -fund transfers;
indicated that staff explanation not well- defined.
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Executive Director of Finance Gutierrez, clarified that $3 million allocated
for Strategic Plan (Fund 52) to better track expenses.
Councilmember Martinez, does not support water transfers; asked how
much was expected from Utility User Tax (UUT) and when allocated.
City Manager Cavazos, indicated that UUT is included in budget to
support current level of service; if any surplus will be considered next
fiscal year.
Executive Director of Finance Gutierrez, added that Quarterly Report
includes funds.
Special Assistant to the City Manager, Robert Cortez, noted that original
request was $3 million and the unspent monies will be carried forward.
Councilmember Martinez, requested Riverview Park improvements will be
considered as part of Capital. Improvement Project budget; request
consideration to add funding for South Main Street corridor improvements
in addition to Way- Finding; priority is way- finding for parking, need to add
$150,000 for complete project; supports deferred maintenance for joint
use.
City Manager Cavazos, indicated that not enough funds for deferred
maintenance
Councilmember Martinez, supports addition of position in the Clerk's
Office to manage public records requests.
City Manager Cavazos, indicated that temporary position may be provided
and need for full time position assessed.
Councilmember Benavides, thanked staff for presentation and community
meetings; supports strategic plan, vision plan and branding; retreat would
identify priorities and provide staff direction; City Council to consider
unfunded requests in the Fall with surplus funds; supports funding shortfall
for way-finding project.
City Manager Cavazos, would like to agendize Way- Finding project in the
near future; General Plan allocated $2.1 million and Economic
Development Plan allocated $150,000; unspent funds moved to surplus.
Councilmember Benavides, important to be included in policy decision
prior to expending funds; Mr. White request is one of many that brings
deferred maintenance to light.
Mayor Pro Tern Sarmiento, thanked staff for community meetings and
community outreach; thanked participated; need to balance interest;
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concerned with Labor Relations Manager position and need for
experienced Deputy City Manager; suggest use of Labor Relations
Manager position funds moved to planning counter staff; need robust
economic development to capitalize and market the City; supports
elimination of Council Liaison position and joint use funding with the Santa
Ana Unified School District; lastly, commented on inclusion of proposed
cost of living increase in the budget, favors flexibility.
City Manager Cavazos, summarized City Council requests: eliminate
Labor Relations Manager position; addition of $150,000 for economic
development; and $150,000 for way- finding.
Mayor Pro Tern Sarmiento, supports funding for South Main Corridor
improvements; request identification of unfunded requests.
City Manager Cavazos, indicated that request from Riverview
neighborhood may be discussed in Fall when additional funds available.
Mayor Pulido, commented on need for process improvements at the
Planning Counter; supports addition of 2 positions; staff to return with
recommendations to streamline permit process.
City Manager Cavazos, noted that new Planning Director will evaluate
needs and return with recommendations.
MOTION: Continue consideration of matter to the June 16, 2015 City
Council meeting to allow staff to include Council directives and
provide options for consideration.
MOTION: Pulido SECOND: Martinez
VOTE: AYES: Amezcua, Benavides, Martinez, Pulido, Reyna,
Sarmiento, Tinajero (7)
NOES: None (0)
ABSTAIN: None (0)
ABSENT: None(0)
7513. ADOPT A RESOLUTION DECLARING A PHASE 2 WATER SUPPLY
SHORTAGE {STRATEGIC PLAN NOS. 5, 2 & 5, 6, F) - Public Works
Agency
Legal Notice published in the Orange County Register on May 22, 2015.
CITY COUNCIL MINUTES 30 JUNE 2, 2015
MUNI(
Mayor Pulido opened the Hearing
Hearing closed.
MOTION: Adopt a resolution.
There were no speakers and the
RESOLUTION NO. 2015 -025 - A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL
OF THE CITY OF SANTA ANA DECLARING THE EXISTENCE OF A
PHASE 2 WATER SUPPLY SHORTAGE AND ORDERING THE
REDUCTION OF WATER CONSUMPTION BY AT LEAST TWELVE
PERCENT (12%)
MOTION: Martinez SECOND: RR
VOTE: AYES: Amezcua, Benavides, Martinez, Pulido, Reyna,
Sarmiento, Tinajero (7)
NOES: None (0)
ABSTAIN: None (0)
ABSENT: None(0)
CITY COUNCIL RECESSED AT 9:34 P.M. TO THE HOUSING AUTHORITY MEETING
AND RECONVENED AT 9:34 P.M. WITH SAME MEMBERS PRESENT.
CITY COUNCIL RECESSED AT 9:35 P.M. TO CONVENED THE SUCCESSOR
AGENCY MEETING AND RECONVENED THE CITY COUNCIL MEETING AT 9:35
P.M. WITH SAME MEMBERS PRESENT.
COMMENTS
PUBLIC COMMENTS
• Dan Escamilla, opposed to unregulated feeding of the homeless services that
exacerbates problems in the Civic Center area; requested additional police
officers and city attorney staff to enforce nuisance laws.
• Mike Klubnik, commented on County of Orange services.
90A. CITY MANAGER'S COMMENTS
• Introduced new Executive Director of Planning and Building, Hassan
Haghani.
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90B. CITY COUNCILMEMBER COMMENTS
Councilmember Amezcua:
• Provided update on Orange County Fire Authority meeting; Assembly
Bill 1217 moving through Senate; asked staff to research unintended
consequences of Bill; and
• Thanked staff for budget presentation.
Councilmember Reyna:
• Urged all to be water wise;
• Announced that August 29th will host 2nd Annual 5K Run; and
• Asked all to shop Santa Ana for Father's Day.
Councilmember Benavides:
• Thanked all residents who addressed the Council on various issues;
• Commented on homelessness and impacts such as loitering; indicated
that Anaheim considering comprehensive homeless center; work with
the County to develop solutions; and
• Invited all to City's 4th of July Celebration from 4 -9:30 p.m. at
Centennial Park.
Councilmember Martinez:
• Requested adjournment in memory of David Renderio who passed
away at the young age of 46;
• Wished colleagues and all fathers a Happy Father's Day;
• Welcomed new Planning and Building Executive Director;
• Requested notice to residents on water drought and watering schedule
(Mondays and Thursdays from 6 p.m. to 6 a.m.);
• Welcomed new state of the art 24- Fitness at Westfield Mall;
• Would like to ensure that cell towers and communication infrastructure
are robust enough to survive major earthquakes; and
• Invited residents to participate in Orange County Council of
Governments (OCCOG) Complete Streets Initiative Public Workshop
to be held June 16 and 17 and another session by the Orange County
Transportation Authority on June 25th.
Councilmember Tinajero:
• Congratulated baseball leagues for entering playoffs and wish them
luck; thanked Rick Niedermeyer's efforts with AYSO;
• Announced that Santa Ana school district has invited City officials to
attend graduation ceremonies; and
• Adjourned meeting in memory of Keith Gober who was only 44 years
of age, attended local schools and left a young family behind.
Mayor Pro Tern Sarmiento:
• Commented on the life and advocacy of David Renderio;
• Welcomed new Planning and Building Executive Director;
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• Thanked the City Manager and staff for budget presentation;
• Remarked on baseball talent and abilities of Vincent Tinajero — being
recruited by All American Baseball Youth, great testament to parents;
and
• Wished all a Happy Father's Day and honored memory of those who
have passed.
Mayor Pulido:
• Reflected on upcoming Father's Day; and
• Adjourned in memory of David Renderio, Gregory Allen Smith and
Keith Gober
ADJOURNED - 10:10 p.m. - The next meeting of the City Council is scheduled for
Tuesday, June 16, 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
David Renderio,
Gregory Allen Smith and
Keith Gober
Maria Huizar,
Clerk of the Council
FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS
• Mater Dei High School Parking Structure and School Expansion Project
• Community Engagement Plan
• Conflict and Interest Code Review
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