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OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
SANTA ANA, CALIFORNIA
FEBRUARY 7, 2017
CLOSED SESSION MEETING
CALLED TO ORDER COUNCIL CHAMBER
22 CIVIC CENTER PLAZA
5:12 P.M.
ATTENDANCE COUNCILMEMBERS Present:
MIGUEL A. PULIDO, Mayor (5:41 p.m.)
MICHELE MARTINEZ, Mayor Pro Tem (5:14 p.m.)
P. DAVID BENAVIDES
VICENTE SARMIENTO
JOSE SOLORIO
SAL TINAJERO
JUAN VILLEGAS
COUNCILMEMBERS Absent:
NONE
STAFF Present:
GERARDO MOUET, Acting City Manager
SONIA R. CARVALHO, City Attorney
MARIA D. HUIZAR, Clerk of the Council
Quorum was established thru presence of Councilmembers Benavides, Sarmiento, Solorio
and Villegas.
MOTION: Elect Councilmember Benavides as Chair (pursuant to SAMC 2- 101
due to unavailability of Mayor and Mayor Pro Tem).
MOTION: Tinajero
VOTE: AYES
NOES:
ABSTAIN:
ABSENT:
SECOND: Sarmiento
Benavides, Sarmiento, Solorio, Tinajero and
Villegas (5)
None (0)
None (0)
Martinez, Pulido (2)
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PUBLIC COMMENTS - None
COUNCIL RECESSED to Room 147 for Closed Session discussion at 5:12 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:
• Richard Marckstadt v. City of Santa Ana; Workers' Compensation Appeals
Board Case Nos, ADJ8904656; ADJ8904659
• Hank Couisine v. City of Santa Ana; Workers' Compensation Appeals Board
Case No. ADJ8926744
Erisbed Ramirez v. City of Santa Ana, Colin Reedy, Orange County Superior
Court Case No. 30-2016-00835308
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 Item
3. PUBLIC EMPLOYEE PERFORMANCE EVALUATION pursuant to Section
54957(b)(1) of the Government Code:
Title: City Attorney and Clerk of the Council
CLOSED SESSION REPORT - See Item 19A for any reportable actions.
ADJOURNED THE CLOSED SESSION MEETING AT 6:07 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
6:11 P.M.
ATTENDANCE COUNCILMEMBERS Present:
MIGUEL A. PULIDO, Mayor
MICHELE MARTINEZ, Mayor Pro Tem
P. DAVID BENAVIDES
VICENTE SARMIENTO
JOSE SOLORIO
SAL TINAJERO
JUAN VILLEGAS
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
INVOCATION
PRESENTATIONS
COUNCILMEMBERS Absent:
NONE
STAFF Present:
GERARDO MOUET, Acting City Manager
SONIA R. CARVALHO, City Attorney
MARIA D. HUIZAR, Clerk of the Council
LAYLA HERRERA, EDGAR MENDEZ, APRIL
NOGUERON, AND TIFFANY RUIZ -
SCHOLARSHIP PREP CHARTER SCHOOL
RUBEN ESPONDA, POLICE CHAPLAIN
CERTIFICATE OF RECOGNITION presented by COUNCILMEMBER SARMIENTO to
Healthy Smiles for Kids of Orange County for the outstanding services they provide to families
in Santa Ana.
CERTIFICATES OF RECOGNITION presented by COUNCILMEMBER SARMIENTO to the
Student Ambassador Competition winners of the 30 -Day Voter Challenge:
Host Event/ Drive/ Rally Category:
o Samueli Academy
■ Alyssa Lucio
• Crystal Hernandez
• Kassie Mulan
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• Social Media Category:
o Godinez Fundamental High School
• Betzaira Ruiz
• Rafael Ramirez
■ Claudia Navarrete
• Yesireth Solis
• Erick Orozco
• Video Category:
o Godinez Fundamental High School
• Sofia Sanchez
• Vivian Juarez
• Lilian Rangel
• Jose Silva
CERTIFICATES OF RECOGNITION presented by COUNCILMEMBER SOLORIO to the
leaders of the Santa Anita Neighborhood Association for their outstanding community service:
Martha Calderon, Rodolfo Calderon, Felipe Guerrero and Orlando Quintana.
PROCLAMATION presented by COUNCILMEMBER SOLORIO to HPO Embroidery in
recognition of their 15 -Year Anniversary.
PROCLAMATION presented by COUNCILMEMBER TINAJERO in recognition of National
School Counselor Week February 6-10.
CLOSED SESSION REPORT- See Item 19A for any reportable actions.
PUBLIC COMMENTS.— None
CONSENT CALENDAR ITEMS
MOTION: Approve staff recommendations on Consent Calendar Items 10A
through 31 C, with the following modifications:
• Mayor Pro Tem Martinez pulled Agenda items 19F, 25D, 25F and 31A for
separate action;
• Councilmember Solorlo pulled Agenda Item 25F and 25G for separate action;
and
• Councilmember Sarmiento pulled Agenda Item 25D for separate action.
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MOTION: Martinez SECOND: Tinajero
VOTE: AYES: Benavides, Martinez, Pulido, Sarmiento, Solorio, Tinajero,
Villegas (7)
NOES: None (0)
ABSTAIN: None (0)
ABSENT: None (0)
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ADMINISTRATIVE MATTERS
MINUTES
10A. MINUTES FROM THE REGULAR MEETING OF JANUARY 17, 2017
(STRATEGIC PLAN NO. 5, 1) - Clerk of the Council Office
MOTION: Approve Minutes.
BOARDS / COMMISSIONS / COMMITTEES
13A. COUNCIL COMMITTEES — AGENDA AND MINUTES {STRATEGIC PLAN NO.
5, 1) - Clerk of the Council Office
MOTION: Receive and file.
NAME MEETING DATE
Parks, Recreation, Education & Youth Committee (Cancellation) 1/23/2016
Public Safety and Neighborhood Improvement Committee (Cancellation) 1/24/2016
13B. NOMINATED BY COUNCILMEMBER SOLORIO AS THE WARD 3
REPRESENTATIVE TO THE BOARD ENVIRONMENTAL AND
TRANSPORTATION ADVISORY COMMITTEE FOR A FULL-TERM EXPIRING
DECEMBER 15, 2020 {STRATEGIC PLAN NO. 5, 11 - Clerk of the Council
Office
MOTION: Appoint Bruce T. Bauer to the Environmental and
Transportation Advisory Committee (Ward 3 resident; replacing D. Oregel).
13C. NOMINATED BY COUNCILMEMBER TINAJERO AS THE WARD 6
REPRESENTATIVE TO THE COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AND
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HOUSING COMMISSION FOR A PARTIAL -TERM EXPIRING DECEMBER 11,
2018 (STRATEGIC PLAN NO. 5, 1) - Clerk of the Council Office
MOTION: Appoint Gary Woods to the Community Redevelopment and
Housing Commission (Ward 6 resident; replacing M. Schauer).
13D. NOMINATED BY COUNCILMEMBER VILLEGAS AS THE WARD 5
REPRESENTATIVE TO THE HISTORIC RESOURCES COMMISSION FOR A
FULL-TERM EXPIRING DECEMBER 15, 2020 {STRATEGIC PLAN NO. 5, 11 -
Clerk of the Council Office
MOTION: Appoint Tim Rush to the Historic Resources Commission (Ward
2 resident; replacing E. Murashie).
13E. NOMINATED BY COUNCILMEMBER VILLEGAS AS THE WARD 5
REPRESENTATIVE TO THE COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AND
HOUSING COMMISSION FOR A FULL-TERM EXPIRING DECEMBER 15,
2020 {STRATEGIC PLAN NO. 5, 1) - Clerk of the Council Office
MOTION: Appoint Angie R. Cano to the Community Redevelopment and
Housing Commission (Ward 6 resident; replacing T. Leon).
MISCELLANEOUS ADMINISTRATION
19A. CONFIRMATION OF CLOSED SESSION ACTION(S) — City Attorney's Office
MOTION: Approve as follow:
1. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL --EXISTING LITIGATION pursuant
to Paragraph (1) of subdivision (d) of Section 54956.9 of the Government
Code:
• Richard Marckstadt v. City of Santa Ana; Workers' Compensation
Appeals Board Case Nos. ADJ8904656; ADJ8904659; Settlement in the
amount of $62,929.64 approved by 6-0 vote (Pulido absent).
• Hank Couisine v. City of Santa Ana; Workers' Compensation Appeals
Board Case No. ADJ8926744; Settlement in the amount of $135,178.21
approved by vote of 5-1 (Martinez dissented).
• AGMT NO. 2017-028 - Erisbed Ramirez v. City of Santa Ana, Colin
Reedy, Orange County Superior Court Case No. 30-2016-00835308;
settlement in the amount of $85,000 6-0 vote (Pulido absent)
2. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL -- ANTICIPATED LITIGATION -
Significant exposure to litigation pursuant to paragraph (2) or (3) of
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subdivision (d) of Section 54956.9 of the Government Code: One Item —
Motion to File an Appeal of the Personnel Board, by Tinajero, seconded by
Martinez and approved by 4-3 vote (Pulido, Solorio and Villegas dissented).
19B. EXCUSED ABSENCES — None
19C. QUARTERLY REPORT OF INVESTMENTS AS OF DECEMBER 31, 2016
(STRATEGIC PLAN NO. 4, 1 D) - Finance and Management Services
MOTION: Receive and file.
19D. QUARTERLY REPORT FOR HOUSING DIVISION PROJECTS AND
ACTIVITIES OCTOBER 2016 — DECEMBER 2016 {STRATEGIC PLAN NO. 5,
3) - Community Development Agency
Community Redevelopment and Housing Commission approved recommended
action on January 25, 2017 by a vote of 6-0.
MOTION: Receive and file.
19E. PUBLIC WORKS AGENCY STATUS OF PROJECTS - MONTHLY CAPITAL
IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM EXECUTIVE REPORT FOR JANUARY 2017
{STRATEGIC PLAN NO. 5, 1) - Public Works Agency
19F.
MOTION: Receive and file.
Matter continued from the January 17, 2016 City Council meeting by a vote of 6-
0 (Sarmiento absent).
MOTION: Receive and file.
MOTION: Martinez SECOND: Sarmiento
VOTE: AYES: Benavides, Martinez, Pulido, Sarmiento, Solorio,
Tinajero, Villegas (7)
NOES: None (0)
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ABSTAIN: None (0)
ABSENT: None (0)
19G. CONTINUE ITEM: COMPREHENSIVE ANNUAL FINANCIAL REPORT FOR
THE FISCAL YEAR -ENDED JUNE 30, 2016 {STRATEGIC PLAN NO. 4, 1) -
Finance and Management Services
Matter continued from the December 20, 2016 City Council meeting by a vote of
7-0. Matter continued from the January 17, 2017 City Council meeting by a vote
of 6-0 (Sarmiento absent).
MOTION: Continue matter to the February 21, 2017 City Council meeting
at the request of staff.
BUDGETARY MATTERS
SPECIFICATIONS — PURCHASE OF EQUIPMENT AND SERVICES
22A. SPEC. NO. 16-139 - CONTRACT AWARD FOR TWO COMPRESSED
NATURAL GAS (CNG) HEAVY DUTY HAULING TRUCKS {STRATEGIC PLAN
NO. 6, 2) (Public Works Agency) - Finance and Management Services
MOTION: Authorize a one-time purchase and payment of purchase order
to Los Angeles Truck Centers, LLC, in the amount of $360,050 plus a five
percent contingency of $18,000, for a total amount not to exceed $378,050,
subject to nonsubstantive changes approved by the City Manager and City
Attorney.
2213. SPEC. NO. 16-132 - CONTRACT AWARD FOR TWO POLARIS GEM
ELECTRIC UTILITY VEHICLES {STRATEGIC PLAN NO. 6, 2) - Finance and
Management Services
MOTION: Authorize a one-time purchase and payment of purchase order
to Electric Car Sales and Service in an amount not to exceed $39,155 plus
a contingency of $1,175 for a total amount of $40,330, subject to non -
substantive changes approved by the City Manager and City Attorney.
PROJECTS/CHANGE ORDERS
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23A. AWARD CONTRACT FOR THE BOMO KORAL PARK SIDEWALK
RENOVATIONS (PROJECT NO. 16-2671) {STRATEGIC PLAN NO. 6, 1C} -
Public Works Agency; and Parks, Recreation and Community Services Agency
MOTION:
1. Award a contract and authorize the City Manager and the Clerk of the
Council to execute a construction contract to Golden State
Constructors, the lowest responsible bidder, in accordance with the
base bid plus Additive Alternates 1, 2, 3, and 4, in the total amount of
$71,099, for the term beginning upon execution of the contract and
ending upon project completion, for construction of the Bomo Koral
Sidewalk Renovations project, subject to non -substantive changes
approved by the City Manager and the City Attorney.
2. Approve the Project Cost Analysis for a total estimated project delivery
cost of $133,900, which includes the contract base, Additive Alternates
1, 2, 3, and 4, administration, inspection, testing, and a $52,136
contingency, to capitalize on competitive unit prices and implement
additional improvements.
AGREEMENTS
25A. CONTINUE ITEM: PROVIDE COMMUNITY ORIENTED POLICING SURVEY
{STRATEGIC PLAN NO. 1, 1A} - Police Department
MOTION: Continue matter to the February 21, 2017 City Council meeting
at the request of staff.
25B. AGMT NO. 2017-014 - ANNUAL SOFTWARE MAINTENANCE AND SUPPORT
FOR THE POLICE DEPARTMENT'S AUTOMATIC VEHICLE LOCATION
SYSTEM {STRATEGIC PLAN NO. 1, 5A} - Police Department
MOTION: Authorize the City Manager and Clerk of the Council to execute
a one-year amendment with GeoSpatial Technologies, Inc., for the period
of December 16, 2016 through December 15, 2017, in an amount of $20,898
plus a $5,000 contingency for a total not to exceed amount of $25,898,
subject to non -substantive changes approved by the City Manager and
City Attorney.
25C. APPROVED LIST OF COMMUNITY HOUSING DEVELOPMENT
ORGANIZATIONS FOR THE DEVELOPMENT OF AFFORDABLE HOUSING —
GRANT FUNDED {STRATEGIC PLAN NO 5, 3) - Community Development
Agency
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At its regular meeting on December 28, 2016, by a vote of 7-0 the Community
Redevelopment and Housing Commission recommended that the City Council
and Housing Authority approve the recommended actions.
MOTION:
1. Certify Jamboree Housing Corporation, American Family Housing and
Mercy House as Community Housing Development Organizations and
place these entities on the Approved List of Community Housing
Development Organizations as prequalified to apply for a set-aside of up
to $504,550 in HOME Investment Partnerships Program funds for up to a
three-year term from March 1, 2017 to February 29, 2020.
2. Authorize the City Manager and the Clerk of the Council to enter into
agreement(s) with the Approved List of Community Housing
Development Organizations after a project is or projects are submitted
by the prequalified entities and approved by staff, subject to non -
substantive changes approved by the City Manager and City Attorney.
• AGMT NO. 2017-015 — Jamboree Housing Corporation
• AGMT NO. 2017-016 —American Family Housing
• AGMT NO. 2017-017 — Mercy House
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Councilmember Sarmiento, motioned to continue matter for 2 weeks, seconded
by Councilmember Tinajero. Motion withdrawn to allow for deliberation of item
following Agenda Item 80A since they are associated.
AS -NEEDED INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY PROFESSIONAL SERVICES
(STRATEGIC PLAN NO. 7, 21D} - Information Technology Department
MOTION: Authorize the City Manager and Clerk of the Council to execute
seven information technology professional services agreements with the
firms listed below, each for a one (1) year term expiring February 6, 2018
with the potential for three one-year renewal terms, exercisable by the City
Manager and the City Attorney, for a total aggregate amount for all seven
consultants, not -to -exceed $3,000,000 annually and $12,000,000 over the
life of the agreements if all extensions are utilized, subject to non -
substantive changes approved by the City Manager and City Attorney:
1. AGMT NO. 2017-018 — With The Comdyn Group, Inc.
2. AGMT NO. 2017-019 - With Bunnell Enterprises (dba Total Network
Solutions)
3. AGMT NO. 2017-020 - With The Ryte Professionals, Inc.
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4. AGMT NO. 2017-021 - With Scienta Consulting Group, Inc.
5. AGMT NO. 2017-022 - With Sierra Cybernetics, Inc.
6. AGMT NO. 2017-023 - With Softmaster, Inc.
7. AGMT NO. 2017-024 - With Stelarum Studios, Inc.
25F. AGMT NO. 2017-025 - COOPERATIVE AGREEMENT FOR THE USE OF
RIGHT-OF-WAY FOR THE OC STREETCAR PROJECT- (NON -GENERAL
FUND) {STRATEGIC PLAN NOS. 3,2C, 46; 6, 1 G} - Public Works Agency
Mayor Pro Tem Martinez, requested coordination with Orange County
Transportation Authority or any other agency that impacts infrastructure
projects.
MOTION: Authorize the City Manager and Clerk of the Council to execute
Cooperative Agreement No. C-6-1433 with the Orange County
Transportation Authority for the term beginning on the effective date of
this agreement for a period of 50 years, subject to nonsubstantive
changes approved by the City Manager and City Attorney.
MOTION: Martinez
VOTE: AYES:
NOES:
ABSTAIN:
ABSENT:
25G.
SECOND: Benavides
Benavides, Martinez, Pulido, Sarmiento, Solorio,
Tinajero, Villegas (7)
None (0)
None (0)
None (0)
MOTION: Authorize the City Manager and the Clerk of the Council to
execute a three-year agreement with Data Ticket Inc., for the period of
February 7, 2017 through February 6, 2020, with the option to extend the
agreement for two additional one-year extensions, in the amount of
$805,431, plus an additional 10% contingency of $80,544, in the amount of
$885,975 subject to non -substantive changes approved by the City
Manager and City Attorney.
MOTION: Martinez
VOTE: AYES
SECOND: Solorio
Benavides, Martinez, Pulido, Sarmiento, Solorio,
Tinajero, Villegas (7)
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NOES: None (0)
ABSTAIN: None (0)
ABSENT: None (0)
MISCELLANEOUS - BUDGET
29A. DONATION AGREEMENT TO SUPPORT A BASEBALL GAME {STRATEGIC
PLAN NO. 5, 4) - Councilmember Tinajero
MOTION: Authorize the City Manager and Clerk of the Council to execute
an agreement with Jaguar Diamond Booster Club for a one-time donation
amount of $2,000, subject to non -substantive changes approved by the
City Manager and the City Attorney.
29B. DONATION AGREEMENT TO SUPPORT A LEADERSHIP CONFERENCE
(STRATEGIC PLAN NO. 5, 4) - Mayor Pro Tem Martinez
MOTION: Authorize the City Manager and Clerk of the Council to execute
an agreement with Mexican -American Women's National Association of
Orange County for a one-time donation amount of $1,000, subject to non -
substantive changes approved by the City Manager and the City Attorney
LAND USE MATTERS
CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT/VARIANCES
Planning Commission approved recommended action on January 9, 2017, by a
vote of 7-0.
MOTION: Receive and file the staff report approving Conditional Use
Permit No. 2016-37 as conditioned.
MOTION: Tinajero SECOND: Benavides
VOTE: AYES: Benavides, Pulido, Sarmiento, Solorio, Tinajero,
Villegas (6)
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NOES: Martinez (1)
ABSTAIN: None (0)
ABSENT: None (0)
31 B. CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 2016-48 AND VARIANCE NO. 2016-08 TO
ALLOW A MCDONALD'S RESTAURANT WITH DRIVE-THROUGH WINDOW
SERVICE AT 1501 NORTH BRISTOL STREET - JESSICA STEINER,
APPLICANT {STRATEGIC PLAN NO. 3, 2) - Planning and Building Agency
Planning Commission approved recommended action on January 9, 2017, by a
vote of 7-0.
MOTION., Receive and file the staff report approving Conditional Use
Permit No. 2016-48 as conditioned and Variance No. 2016-08 as
conditioned.
31 C. VARIANCE NO. 2016-09 TO ALLOW AN EXISTING FREESTANDING SIGN
TO REMAIN AT A MOBIL SERVICE STATION AT 1351 EAST DYER ROAD -
ULISES ARAUJO, APPLICANT {STRATEGIC PLAN NO. 3, 2) - Planning and
Building Agency
Planning Commission approved recommended action on January 9, 2017, by a
vote of 7-0.
MOTION: Receive and file the staff report approving Variance No. 2016-09
as conditioned.
**END OF CONSENT CALENDAR**
OATH OF OFFICE ADMINISTER TO GARY WOODS AND ANGIE R. CAVO APPOINTED
TO THE COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AND HOUSING COMMISSION
BUSINESS CALENDAR ITEMS
AGENDA ITEM CONSIDERED OUT OF ORDER - REPORTS
65C. COMMUNITY ENHANCEMENT PROGRAM GRANT AGREEMENTS AND
APPROPRIATION ADJUSTMENT FOR FISCAL YEAR 2016-2017
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{STRATEGIC PLAN NOS. 2,2A; 2,213; 5,4B; 5,5C; 5,6C } - City Manager's Office
and Community Development Agency
Consideration of matter continued from the December 20, 2016 City Council
meeting to the January 17, 2017 City Council meeting by a vote of 6-0
(Benavides abstained). Consideration of matter continued from the January 17,
2017 City Council meeting to the February 7, 2017 City Council meeting by a
vote of 5-0 (Benavides abstained; Sarmiento absent).
The following spoke on the matter:
• Alicia Rodriguez, representing Delhi Center, urged support for their
application.
• Anthony Hernandez, summer camp recipient that benefited from program at
Delhi Center.
• Mary Lara, TKO Boxing advocate, expressed support for their submittal.
• John Raya, TKO Boxing, noted that program established 23 years ago to
assist the youth in our community; 50% of attendees are women.
• Jose Orozco, spoke in support of TKO's submission.
• Elisabeth LeGuin, professor at UCLA and board member of Centro Cultural
de Mexico, requested support of option 1 B that will support 9 programs.
• John Straw, spoke in support of Centro Cultural, was board member of
OCEA, grant will enable their program to impact other schools.
• Luis Sarmiento, opined that grants are an important investment in our
community; consider option 1 B to fund more organizations; also, does not
support proposed mobile vending ordinance.
• Marcos Gutierrez, spoke of positive personal experience at TKO.
• Lori Ohls, commented that social programs in need throughout our
community.
• Eleazor Diaz, parent at Kidworks supports option 1 B.
• Karina Torres, supports Kidworks, and their efforts to help youth in our
community; opposed to funding jails, need better options and social
programs.
• Maria Contreras, spoke in support of Kidworks.
• Dr. Erlinda Martinez, Vice Chair of Kidworks board and former Santa Ana
College President, urged City Council support to fund grant applications.
• Karen Gallardo, representing youth members at Kidworks; urged support.
• Teri Saydak, Centro Cultural de Mexico representative, stated that grants will
develop pilot music program at various schools.
• Marcos Rodriguez, Kidworks supporter, encourage youth involved.
• Irma Mateo, Kidworks participant, opined that grants will allow organizations
to benefit the whole community.
• Yosely Ocampo, Kidworks member, has participated for 10 years — has
helped with confidence and assist other students.
• Evelyn Torres, Kidworks student, encouraged investments in our youth.
• Jose Arguello, Kidworks participant, need to invest in youth centers to keep
children safe and off the streets.
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• Ryan Smolar, proposed to run workshops for neighborhood development,
supports option 1 B to share funds with more organizations that will better the
community.
• Paul Nagel, supports proposal.
• Leon Raya, expressed support for item and urged the City Council to
approve.
Council discussion ensued.
Mayor Pro Tem Martinez, concerned with process, funding source and accounts
established to allow former City Manager to have slush funds.
Francisco Gutierrez, Executive Director of Finance and Management Services,
explained fund balance process.
Councilmember Solorio, asked if they are multi-year commitments, funds that
had been accruing over years; process not transparent; asked about selection
criteria.
Acting City Manager Mouet, indicated that they are one-time funds that resulted
in contract under -costs.
Senior Management Assistant Jorge Garcia, noted that the process was similar
to CDBG, but without minimums as set in federal regulations; followed
procurement process; applications mailed to existing CDBG participants and
non-profit organizations; applications reviewed and rated by panel that scored
applications.
Councilmember Solorio, concern about current financial situation; large number
of vacant positions that allow for artificial surplus; proposed merging process
with that of CBDG.
Councilmember Villegas, not supportive of item until financial report provided on
City's budget health.
Councilmember Tinajero, commented that 10th Amendment will protect the City
against any funding raids by the Federal government; proposed Senate Bill 54
will designate California a Sanctuary State; current report ranked City as fiscally
stable; need to consider pension and health care costs when increasing
positions; City needs to support youth programs; also, proposed that
performance pay be offered to lower police brutality cases; City spending in
excess of $6 million in the past several years to settle cases.
Councilmember Sarmiento, opined that all worthy recipients; Mayor Pro Tem
Martinez comments are well received, but supports programs that will enhance
social services; public safety is keeping kids safe; important to prioritize and
invest in our community.
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Mayor Pro Tem Martinez, noted that she has been focused on City's finances
since being elected; has not been supported by Police Officers Association in
the past, but has always been consistent in her position; willing to make 3-5 year
commitment to fund such programs after the City reviews its fiscal health.
Councilmember Solorio, reflected on process; supports sustainable programs;
CDBG has robust program that is transparent; also, noted that decorum has
decreased at Council meetings - need civility.
Councilmember Tinajero, encouraged 15t Amendment rights; asked the Police
Offices Association to provide incentives to decrease excessive force cases.
Mayor Pulido, supports many organizations including TKO Boxing, would like
process vented by Council and be more inclusive; support multi-year
commitments; proposed augmenting CDBG funding.
Councilmember Villegas, reiterated support for family and youth programs.
Councilmember Sarmiento, noted that all Councilmembers support community
and social programs; suggested amended motion to establish Ad Hoc Council
Committee to review process.
Mayor Pro Tem Martinez, noted that fiscal policy indicates that once reserve
funds met then excess funds would be reviewed by the City Council and one-
time funds would not be spent on salary; concerned with return on investment
on grant funds that are only one-time funds.
Councilmember Solorio, concerned with mid -year budgets that require 5 votes in
comparison with budget approval; supports augmenting CDBG funds; supports
robust summer youth internship program.
SUBSTITUTE MOTION: Table matter and return proposal with more
transparent process.
MOTION: Pulido
VOTE: AYES:
NOES:
ABSTAIN:
ABSENT:
*Motion failed.
SECOND: Martinez
Martinez, Pulido, Villegas (3)
Sarmiento, Solorio, Tinajero (3)
Benavides (1)
None (0)
AMENDED ORIGINAL MOTION: Direct council committee or Ad Hoc
committee to review proposal and make recommendations accordingly.
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MOTION: Sarmiento SECOND: Tinajero
VOTE: AYES: Sarmiento, Tinajero (2)
NOES: Martinez, Pulido, Solorio, Villegas (4)
ABSTAIN: Benavides(1)
ABSENT: None (0)
*Motion failed and matter tabled indefinitely.
RESOLUTIONS
55A. APPROPRIATION ADJUSTMENT, RESOLUTION AND AGREEMENT
ACCEPTING FISCAL YEAR 2016 EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT
PERFORMANCE GRANT (EMPG) (STRATEGIC PLAN NO. 1, 2E, 2F, 6C) -
Police Department
Mayor Pro Tem Martinez, provided SCAG report on emergency preparedness
for staff review; need rediness program and appropriate funding.
MOTION:
1. Approve an appropriation adjustment. (Requires five affirmative votes)
APPROPRIATION ADJUSTMENT NO. 2017-083 - Recognizing $53,246 in
Emergency Management Performance Grant funds in the Law Enforcement
Grants revenue account, and appropriating same to the Emergency
Management Performance Grant expenditure account.
2. Adopt a resolution.
RESOLUTION NO. 2017-004 - A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL
OF THE CITY OF SANTA ANA AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER AND
THE CHIEF OR POLICE OF HIS DESIGNEE(S) TO OBTAIN 2016
EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT PERFORMANCE GRANT FUNDS
THROUGH THE COUNTY OF ORANGE
3. AGMT NO. 2017-027 - Authorize the City Manager and the Clerk of the
Council to execute a one-year agreement with the County of Orange,
for the period of July 1, 2016 through June 30, 2017, for the Emergency
Management Performance Grant to provide assistance with state and
local emergency preparedness, in an amount not to exceed $53,246,
subject to non -substantive changes approved by the City Manager and
City Attorney.
MOTION: Martinez
SECOND: Pulido
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VOTE: AYES: Martinez, Pulido, Sarmiento, Solorio, Villegas (5)
NOES: None (0)
ABSTAIN: None (0)
ABSENT: Benavides, Tinajero (2)
55B. RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING EXECUTION OF PROGRAM SUPPLEMENT
AGREEMENTS REQUIRED BY MASTER AGREEMENT NO, 12-5063F15 TO
SECURE FEDERAL -AID GRANT FUNDS {STRATEGIC PLAN NO. 6, 1G) —
Public Works Agency
MOTION: Adopt a resolution.
RESOLUTION NO. 2017-005 - A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF SANTA ANA AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR OF
THE PUBLIC WORKS AGENCY TO EXECUTE ALL PROGRAM
SUPPLEMENT AGREEMENTS REQUIRED BY REVISED MASTER
AGREEMENT NO. 12-5063F15 WITH THE CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF
TRANSPORTATION FOR FEDERAL -AID PROJECTS
MOTION: Sarmiento SECOND: Pulido
VOTE: AYES: Martinez, Pulido, Sarmiento, Solorio, Villegas (5)
NOES: None (0)
ABSTAIN: None (0)
ABSENT: Benavides, Tinajero (2)
REPORTS
65A. ANNUAL REVIEW AND APPOINTMENT OF REGIONAL BOARD
REPRESENTATIVES {STRATEGIC PLAN NO. 5, 11 - Clerk of the Council
Office
Matter continued from the December 20, 2016 City Council meeting to the
January 17, 2017 City Council meeting by a vote of 7-0. Matter continued from
the January 17, 2016 City Council meeting to the February 7, 2017 City Council
meeting by a vote of 6-0 (Sarmiento absent).
MOTION:
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1. Appointed the following representaives and alternates to various
regional board as follow:
Newport Bay Watershed
Fred Mousavipour,
Representative
Executive Committee
Executive Director of
Public Works
Newport Bay Watershed
William Galvez,
Alternate
Executive Committee
Assistant Director of
Public Works
OC Sanitation District *
Sal Tinajero
Representative
OC Vector Control District
Cecilia Aguinaga
Representative
Orange County Fire
Juan Villages
Representative
Authority OFCA) *
Transportation Corridor
Sal Tinajero
Representative
Agencies (TCA) *
Transportation Corridor
Miguel Pulido
Alternate
Agencies (TCA) *
2. Adopt a resolution designating and appointing a representative to the
Orange County Fire Authority's Board of Directors; and,
RESOLUTION NO. 2017-006 - A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL
OF THE CITY OF SANTA ANA, CALIFORNIA, REPEALING RESOLUTION
NO. 2016-058 AND DESIGNATING AND APPOINTING ITS
REPRESENTATIVE TO THE ORANGE COUNTY FIRE AUTHORITY'S
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
3. Direct the Clerk of the Council to update and post the Fair Political
Practices Commission (FPPC) Form 806 (Agency Report of Public
Official Appointments) on the City's website.
MOTION: Sarmiento SECOND: Martinez
VOTE: AYES: Benavides, Martinez, Pulido, Sarmiento, Solorio*,
Tinajero, Villegas (7)
NOES: None (0)
ABSTAIN: None (0)
ABSENT: None (0)
*Councilmember Solorio abstained on appointment of Transportation Corridor
Agency representatives out of an abundance of caution due to his business
relations.
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65B. ANNUAL REVIEW OF COUNCIL COMMITTEES AND APPOINTEES
{STRATEGIC PLAN NO. 5, 11 - Clerk of the Council Office
Matter continued from the January 17, 2016 City Council meeting to the
February 7, 2017 City Council meeting by a vote of 6-0 (Sarmiento absent).
Councilmember Solorio, suggested consolidating some council committees, as
follow:
Standing Committees:
• Planning, Budget, and Economic Development
• Public Safety, Code Enforcement and Neighborhood Empowerment
• Parks and Recreation, Education and Youth (Joint Use with Santa Ana Unified
School District)
Ad Hoc Committees:
• Housing, Development and Infrastructure
• Legislative Affairs, Ethics and Transparency
He suggested that some may be established as Ad Hoc committees until they
are formalized. Expressed an interest in serving on the Public Safety and the
Legislative Affairs Committee.
Mayor Pro Tem Martinez, proposed the following standing committees:
• Transportation, Infrastructure and Technology
• Legislative, Ethics and Transparency
• Public Safety
• Community Services (instead of PREY and include Joint Use with SAUSD
• Economic Development
She expressed an interest in serving on the Transportation and the Legislative
Committees.
Mayor Pulido, requested staffing allocation and cost associated with establishing
said committees.
Councilmember Sarmiento, recommended that both proposals be brought back
for Council consideration. Councilmember Solorio noted that some matters are
urgent, thus may establish Ad Hoc committees as needed.
MOTION: Continue discussion of matter to the February 21, 2017 City
Council meeting.
MOTION: Sarmiento SECOND: Martinez
VOTE: AYES: Benavides, Martinez, Pulido, Sarmiento, Solorio,
Tinajero, Villegas (7)
NOES: None (0)
ABSTAIN: None (0)
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ABSENT: None (0)
65C. AGENDA ITEM CONSIDERED OUT OF ORDER
*Mayor Pulido declared a potential conflict of interest on Agenda Item 75A, abstained and left
the dais for the duration of deliberation on said item.
PUBLIC HEARING
75A. PUBLIC HEARING - ORDINANCE TO REGULATE MOBILE FOOD VENDING
VEHICLES {STRATEGIC PLAN NO 5, 4) - Planning and Building Agency; and
City Attorney's Office
Matter continued from the December 20, 2016 City Council at the request of
staff.
Legal Notice published in the Orange County Reporter, Orange County
Register, and La Opinion on January 27, 2017 and notices mailed to mobile
vendors on February 2, 2017.
Mayor Pro Tem Martinez opened the Hearing.
The following spoke on the matter:
• Irma Macias, supports proposed ordinance; need to regulate vending
vehicles.
• Alex Soriano, supports mobile vending businesses that have provided small
business opportunities.
• Ricardo Cabanas, business owner, interested in learning regulations
proposed.
• Hugo Munoz, supports businesses and industry.
• Jose Guzman, spoke in support of mobile vendors; need to legalize mobile
vending businesses like the City of Los Angeles.
• Evangeline Gawronski, spoke in support of proposed ordinance; need to
inspect vehicles and regulate.
• Chris Schmit, spoke in favor of proposal; will ensure that they do not operate
in neighborhoods illegally; enforce the 100 feet requirement to protect
pedestrians.
There were no other speakers and the Hearing closed.
Council discussion ensued.
Mayor Pro Tem Martinez, concerned with public safety element although
understand that it is vital part of our community; need to regulate and permit.
Councilmember Sarmiento, proposed a 2 week continuance.
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Councilmember Benavides, suggested a 30 day continuance.
Councilmember Solorio, asked that presentation be shared with the public.
City Attorney Carvalho, provided background on the issue — nuisance, trash,
public urination, illegal vending and other complaint and non -enforcement;
Courts had ordered that certain sections not enforced; proposal is legal findings
and not punitive but protect the safety of our community.
Councilmember Sarmiento, need to reach out to Judge Carter and plaintiffs in
previous case to avoid litigation.
Alvaro Nunez, Code Enforcement Manager presented staff report:
Legislative parameters
■ Adopt the recommended revisions to the City's Municipal Code related to
Mobile Food Vending Vehicles.
• Repeal existing ordinance
• Adopt New Ordinance
■ City Council Direction
• Respond to resident concerns
• Balance stakeholders Input with State and County Pre -requisites
• Upgrade regulations to current case-law and sustain legal challenge
• Address Public safety issues
• Compliance with Orange County Health standards
• Address joint use of private & public property
• Trash and litter accumulation
• Unsanitary Conditions
Legislative History
■ 1994 — City adopted ordinance to regulate mobile vending
■ 1997 — Court injunction to cease enforcement of the regulations due to non-
conformance with State Regulations
■ Legislative History
■ 2004/05 — City adopted new regulations
■ 2006 — Ordinance challenged in both State and Federal Court
• State Superior Court issued injunction to cease enforcement of:
• Hours of operation
■ Requirement to move every 90 minutes
• Revocation of City permits
■ Federal District Court issued a Temporary Restraining Order prohibiting
enforcement of all aspects of the ordinance.
Role of mobile vending in the community
• Provides close access to food and other convenience items in dense
neighborhoods
• Easily accessible to those without transportation
• Sometimes extend credit for purchases
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Can act as "eyes on the street" due to their continual presence
Mostly Community Businesses
Common Neighborhood Concerns
1. Concentration of vending vehicles on neighborhood streets
2. Mid -block pedestrian crossings to reach trucks
3. Overnight parking in residential zones
a. Vehicles not returning to commissaries
b. Vendors taking up limited parking spaces
c. Late night operation
4. Parking too close to intersections and driveways — blocks visibility at
crosswalks and sidewalks
5. Public urination
6. Failure to comply with Orange County Health standards
7. Tables and chairs blocking sidewalks or set up on the road
8. Damage to parkways; Trash and litter accumulation
Guiding Principles in Proposed Ordinance
■ Clarify regulations/update to reflect current practice and eliminate outdated
provisions
• In Conformance with State & Case-law
■ Public Safety Findings
■ Survey surrounding cities regarding regulations
■ Simplify permitting and regulation requirements
■ Allow multiple mobile vendors to vend on private property at special events
Public Agencies Coordination
■ Planning & Building Agency
■ City Attorney's Office
■ Santa Ana Police Department
■ Public Works Agency
■ County of Orange Health Care Agency/Environmental Health
■ Community Development Agency/Downtown Office
California Vehicle Code - CVC -22455
■ Sets forth regulations for legal vending
■ Allows vending in residential zones
■ Requires high threshold -- Public Safety Findings to
• Prohibit mobile vending in residential zone
• Amend requirements regulating time and manner of vending
• Provide distance requirements between mobile vehicles and brick and
mortar establishments. *
*Case -Law prohibits this type of ordinance as restraint of trade and
unconstitutional.
Proposed ordinance in adherence to State Law
■ Allows for vending on private property through Land Use Certificate and/or
special event permit
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■ Conforms with the California Retail Food Code and County of Orange Health
Care Agency/Environmental Health
• Requires a restroom facility when vending in excess of one hour at a
location
• Prohibits overnight storage outside of an approved commissary.
■ Prohibits vending within one hundred (100) feet of a crosswalk.
■ Prohibits vending in any manner which blocks or impedes vehicular access
to any driveway or restricts movement of other vehicles upon any public or
private street.
■ Prohibits vending on main arterials (35 mph)
■ Prohibits items in the public right of way
■ Prohibits vending within five hundred (500) feet from a school, park,
community center or public playground facility.
■ Prohibits additional lighting/signs or amplified sound other than that required
by the California Vehicle Code.
■ Requires vending vehicles to be equipped with refuse containers within a fifty
(50) -foot radius of the vehicle.
Food Vending zones
■ City Council Recommendation
■ Similar to other jurisdictions
• Sacramento
■ San Diego
■ Portland
• Chicago
■ Recommendation part of the current city-wide General Plan Amendment.
AMENDED ORIGINAL MOTION: Continue consideration of matter to the
March 7, 2017 City Council Meeting.
MOTION: Sarmiento SECOND: Benavides
VOTE: AYES: Benavides, Martinez, Sarmiento, Solorio, Tinajero,
Villegas (6)
NOES: None (0)
ABSTAIN: Pulido (1)
ABSENT: None (0)
JOINT SESSION OF THE CITY COUNCIL AND THE HOUSING AUTHORITY
80A. CITY OF SANTA ANA CONDITIONAL LOAN AGREEMENT AND HOUSING
SUCCESSOR AGENCY LOAN AGREEMENT WITH AMCAL MULTI -HOUSING,
INC. FOR THE FIRST STREET APARTMENTS PROJECT; AND
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APPROPRIATION ADJUSTMENTS FOR THE LOAN AGREEMENTS
{STRATEGIC PLAN NO. 5, 3C}
At its regular meeting on January 25, 2017, by a vote of 6-0 the Community
Redevelopment and Housing Commission recommended that the City Council
and Housing Authority approve the recommended actions.
The following spoke on the matter:
• Isuri Ramos, representing the Kennedy Commission, supports project and
recommendation.
• Ana Urzua, spoke in support of proposal, project will provide tangible
benefits for the renters in our community and allow for dignified living
conditions.
• Apolonio Cortes, member of SACReD, supports better living conditions;
renters spend more than 50% of their salaries on housing costs.
• Joese Hernandez, supports mobile food vendors and goes hand in hand with
Sanctuary City; supports AMCAL project and affordable housing; need to
protect all community residents.
• Cesar Covarrubia, Executive Director of Kennedy Commission, opined that
City needs to leverage state grants and invest in our community.
Councilmember Sarmiento, would like to hear from Heritage and AMCAL
developers to provide background and context as to proposed project.
Mario Turner, representing AMCAL, provided support letters for the record.
Ryan Olgunik, Heritage Project developer, indicated that they vetted AMCAL
project and community benefits; noted that Keyser Marsten reviewed the fiscal
feasibility.
Councilmember Sarmiento, noted that Planning Commission approved and City
Council committed to project in April of 2016; motion to approve item as
recommended.
Mr. Turner, stated that project has community support; tax credits needed to
complete project; AMCAL owns the land; project in Housing Element area which
is designated affordable housing site; commit to approve in March or July for tax
credits.
Councilmember Solorio, concerned with timing of project and pending tax reform
that may have detrimental effects on project; requested comparable subsidy
information to evaluate this project; supports continuance of item to evaluate all
information and make determination.
Councilmember Villegas, concerned that commitment to project will now allow
City to fully leverage funds.
Councilmember Benavides, pleased with units proposed and amenities offered;
concerned with the amount of money the City is committing to the project; tying
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a market rate project with an affordable housing project has had issues (conflicts
with timing) but project is needed; questioned developer of Heritage project
about permit fee payments and timing.
Mr. Olgunick, confirmed that permits and fees being processed with the cities of
Tustin and Irvine.
Councilmember Benavides, asked that if matter approved would be able to fund
other projects.
Robert Cortez, Deputy City Manager, noted that it appears City is able to
provide assistance with other low income project; Keyser Marsten is doing a gap
analysis on other projects.
Councilmember Tinajero, supports project; noted that proposed project will
serve low income residents; Motion to continue matter, seconded by
Councilmember Solorio.
SUBSTITUTE MOTION: Continue consideration of matter to obtain further
information.
MOTION: Tinajero SECOND: Solorio
VOTE: AYES: Benavides, Martinez, Pulido, Sarmiento, Solorio,
Tinajero (6)
NOES: None (0)
ABSTAIN: None (0)
ABSENT: Villegas (1)
*Mayor Pro Tem Martinez left at 10:15 p.m. and did not return.
Deliberation of matter done in conjunction with Agenda Item 80A.
Councilmember Sarmiento, asked if delay would impact affordable housing
project.
City Attorney Carvalho, indicated that staff recommendation would allow the City
to accept the funds from the developer, thus continuance would not affect the
AMCAL project.
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Mr. Olgunik, noted that he would be providing deposit in 4-6 weeks.
Councilmember Sarmiento, supports consideration of AMCAL and Heritage
project together since there is a nexus.
MOTION: Continue considedration of matter to the February 21, 2017 City
Council Meeting.
MOTION: Sarmiento
SECOND: Tinajero
VOTE: AYES:
Benavides, Pulido, Sarmiento, Tinajero, Villegas (5)
NOES:
Solorio (1)
ABSTAIN:
None (0)
ABSENT:
Martinez (1)
COUNCIL AGENDA ITEM
Pursuant to Santa Ana Charter Section 411, any member of the City Council may place items on the City Council
Agenda to be considered by the City Council.
85A. DIRECT STAFF TO PREPARE A RESOLUTION CONDEMNING PRESIDENT
TRUMP'S ANTI -IMMIGRANT EXECUTIVE ORDERS ON: WITHHOLDING
FUNDS FROM SANCTUARY CITIES AND BARRING CERTAIN IMMIGRANTS
AND REFUGEES FROM PREDOMINANTLY MUSLIM COUNTRIES FROM
ENTERING THE COUNTRY - Councilmembers Benavides and Tinajero
The following spoke on the matter:
• Asmaa Ahmed, policy advocate for Greater Los Angeles Chapter, supports
resolution.
• Hugo Ivan Salazar, Labor Federation representative, supports initiative;
opposed to any efforts to divide our community and immigrants throughout.
• Khalil Dewji, supports all immigrants and minority that stand together in
opposition to US President's orders.
• Shabnam Dewji, supports proposal that will set the tone for other
communities to follow; stand in unity with all that have been discriminated.
• Naseer Shariff, request ordinance that will oppose Presidential Orders.
• Rashad AI-Dabbagh, Director of Arabic Civic Counsel, decedent of refugees
and supports item opposed to bigoted Order.
• Masih Fouladi, noted that Court of Appeal and Federal Courts have ruled on
order and released a Stay; in favor of resolution.
Councilmember Benavides, thanked speakers for support; President's Executive
Orders are divisive and perpetuate racism; read statement by Senator McCain
who is a Republican against Order.
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Councilmember Tinajero, read poetic message about being vigilant and speak
up for justice.
Councilmember Sarmiento, expressed practical support for item; need to partner
with organizations and provide resources.
City Attorney Carvalho, noted that she will be meeting with community members
and offer legal services.
Councilmember Solorio, may need an Ad Hoc Committee to review matter and
other legislative issues; need strong immigrant rights office.
Councilmember Villegas, supports our Country; opined that we need to focus on
City affairs and allow the courts to rule on matter.
Mayor Pulido, opined that matter may have ramifications; Councilmember
Villegas concurred.
MOTION: Direct staff to prepare resolution for City Council consideration.
MOTION: Tinajero
SECOND: Benavides
VOTE: AYES:
Benavides, Sarmiento, Solorio, Tinajero (4)
NOES:
Pulido, Villegas (2)
ABSTAIN:
None (0)
ABSENT:
Martinez (1)
*Councilmember Sarmiento left the meeting at 10:53 and did not return.
ADJOURNED THE JOINT MEETING AT 10:54 P.M. AND CONVENED THE HOUSING
AUTHORITY MEETING; FOLLOWED BY SUCCESSOR AGENCY MEETING AT 10:54 P.M.
P.M.; RECONVENED THE CITY COUNCIL MEETING AT 10:55 P.M. WITH SAME
MEMBERS PRESENT.
COMMENTS
PUBLIC COMMENTS
• Albert Castillo, spoke on recent police shooting.
• James Kendrick, supports City going back to former CDBG process; opined that social
programs are investment in community and address public safety.
• Hugo Munoz, concerned with police shooting; tragic loss.
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• Alexis Nava Teodoro, thanked Councilmember Sarmiento who wrote letter of support to
Attorney General on deportation issues; Councilmember Tinajero testified in Sacramento
on the matter; also upset about recent police shooting.
• Angel Casas, demand justice for Steve Salgado who was shot by Santa Ana Police
Officer; train our officers and protect our families.
• Isabel Macedo, mother of victim, request justice; Mr. Salgado left 2 young children.
• Nancy Salgado, sister of victim, upset about brother's death.
• Theo Hirsch, supports education programs instead of additional public safety programs.
• Karen Palmerin, demand justice for victim of police shooting; education needed.
• Jesse Naranjo, request police accountability.
• Ilya Tseglin, spoke of son who is in need to assistance.
• Robert Tseglin, echoed comments by his father, Ilya.
• Joese Hernandez, supports community engagement, many speakers were here for the
first time; need reform.
• Nali Hutzil, spoke out against police brutality.
• Madeleine Spencer, reminded all that some councilmembers almost allowed City to file for
bankruptcy; supports the Community Enhancement program and continuing matter that
would provide low incoming housing and community oriented policing survey.
90A. CITY MANAGER'S COMMENTS
Acting City Manager Mouet, highlighted Lorenia Jimenez and Christian
Contreras who are adult and youth success stories.
90B. CITY COUNCILMEMBER COMMENTS
Councilmember Tinajero:
• Congratulated the wresting team at Santa Ana High School for
championship; ranked 3rd in Orange County and top 40 in State;
• Noted that Sean Mill has been appointed to the City of Riverside Planning
Commission; and
• Noted that City Council had spirited discussion and debate on a number of
issues, but all advocate for the benefit of the greater the community.
Councilmember Solorio:
• Need to partner with SAUSD and business community to explore internship
and summer employment programs and high speed wifi services;
• Met with Chamber of Commerce Board on internship programs;
• Supports open data platform and offer more information and services on-line
such as number of officer involved shooting, crime statistics; requested
updated on incident; body cameras how many and information on pilot
program and roll out;
• Prop 47 grant funding for divergent program; intervention youth programs
needed;
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• Ryan Smolar effort to restore Chicano murals; supports efforts on block
walls; and
• Thanked colleagues for productive meeting.
Councilmember Benavides:
• Expressed disappointment that agenda item that would serve the youth the
community was not approved by the majority of the City Council.
Mayor Pulido:
• CDBG and youth investments needed; and
• Wilshire Square Neighborhood example should be copied — grow ivy to deter
graffiti; and increase prevention efforts.
Councilmember Villegas:
• Indicated that the death of Mr. Salgado was a tragedy and District Attorney's
Office is investigating matter.
ADJOURNED - 11:46 p.m. - The next meeting of the City Council is scheduled for
Tuesday, February 21, 2017 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.
Maria D. Huizar,
Clerk of the Council
FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS
• Community Engagement Program
• Drone Regulations
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