HomeMy WebLinkAbout2017-07-05 RegularMINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING
OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
SANTA ANA, CALIFORNIA
JULY 5, 2017
CLOSED SESSION MEETING
CALLED TO ORDER COUNCIL CHAMBER
22 CIVIC CENTER PLAZA
5:15 P.M.
ATTENDANCE COUNCILMEMBERS Present:
MIGUEL A. PULIDO, Mayor (6:20 P.M.)
MICHELE MARTINEZ, Mayor Pro Tem
P. DAVID BENAVIDES
VICENTE SARMIENTO
JOSE SOLORIO
SAL TINAJERO
JUAN VILLEGAS
COUNCILMEMBERS Absent:
None
STAFF Present:
CYNTHIA J. KURTZ, Interim 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 5:16 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:
1. Maria Quintanilla v. City of Santa Ana, US District Court, Case No. 8:16-
cv-01400-JLS (JCx)
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2. Margarita Alvarado -Haves v. City of Santa Ana; Workers' Compensation
Appeals Board case #ADJ9114063
2. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL -- POTENTIAL LITIGATION
Significant exposure to litigation pursuant to paragraph (2) or (3) of
subdivision (d) of Section 54956.9 of the Government Code: One case
3. THREAT TO PUBLIC SERVICES OR FACILITIES — Pursuant to Government
Code section 54957.
Consultation with: Santa Ana Police Department, Acting Police Chief
Valentine
4. 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)
CLOSED SESSION REPORT- See Item 19A for any reportable actions.
ADJOURNED THE CLOSED SESSION MEETING AT 6:26 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
6:29 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:
CYNTHIA J. KURTZ, Interim City Manager
SONIA R. CARVALHO, City Attorney
MARIA D. HUIZAR, Clerk of the Council
MAYOR PULIDO
DR. CURTIS SMITH, POLICE CHAPLAIN
CERTIFICATES OF RECOGNITION presented by COUNCILMEMBER SOLORIO to Park
Santiago Neighborhood Association for their outstanding contributions to the community: Bill
Bonnett; Michael O'Valle; Michelle O'Valle; James Rosenquist.
CERTIFICATES OF RECOGNITION presented by COUNCILMEMBER SOLORIO to the staff
of Manos Unidas Creando Arte for their outstanding artistic contributions to the community:
Reyna Artero; Esther Hernandez; Maria Quezada.
CLOSED SESSION REPORT — No reportable actions.
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PUBLIC COMMENTS
• Steve Rocco, spoke in opposition to Agenda Items 11B and 11C; also on rules of
decorum.
• Mike Lopez, spoke on Agenda Item 11 C, requested funding consideration for SEIU union
members that are equitable to the proposed Memorandum of Understanding with the
Police Officers Association (POA).
• Janelle McLoughlin, representing the Environmental and Transportation Advisory
Committee, requested funding for tree maintenance program.
• Carl Benninger, opined that SEIU members have made concessions in the past and
expect like pay with other union members.
• Kim McPeck, echoed comments by other SEIU representative.
• Lisa Cody, commented on need for equal benefits are proposed for POA members to
other bargaining groups.
• Roberto Maciel, supports funding for immigration universal representation program.
• Conception Rodriguez, Lacy Neighborhood resident, expressed support for legal
representation.
• Idalia Rios, expressed support for $65,000 funding for immigrant community program.
• Kimberly Castro, spoke in support of deportation defense fund.
• Maricela Castro, supports funding of legal representation.
• Dianicia Robles, supports proposal that will keep families together.
• Blanca Robles, spoke against deportation of residents that have not committed crimes —
proposed funding will assist families.
• Jim Reeves, opined that all employees are equally valuable and needed to keep City
functioning; fair treatment requested.
• Monica Suter, recounted past when union members gave back 24%; noted that all
employees aspects of public safety that are core to provided full services to the city;
Council to consider past sacrifices.
• Tony Carrillo, opined that proposal offered by City is demoralizing; request
reconsideration.
• Dora Holguin, long term employee who requested dignified treatment in labor negotiations.
• Edna Monroy, spoke in support of legal representation funding.
• Perla Vinicio, concerned that police department staff continues to protect those that are
hostile at City events; mentioned Arthur Shaper's influence.
• Peter A. Katz, spoke in support of City employees; value all employees.
• Moises Vazquez, represent Latino Health Access, spoke in support of youth services
coordinator.
• Karen Garcia, spoke in support of Youth Services Supervisor position.
• Emily Peraza, opined that Youth Services position proposal will deter crime and implement
proactive programs.
• Charly Varela, supports Youth Services Supervisor position.
• Jackie Cordova, demand resignation of all elected officials.
• Katelyn Ogawa representing Building Healthy Communities, spoke against deportation
legislation; support universal representation funding.
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• Laura Alejandra, opposed to POA raises, concerned with behavior by some police
personnel.
• Ignacio Rios Jr., Resilience Orange County member, spoke in support of funding any
youth programs and universal representation.
• Sergio Hernandez, spoke on Huntington Beach Desalination project (Agenda Item 19D).
CONSENT CALENDAR ITEMS
MOTION: Approve staff recommendations on the following Consent Calendar
items 10A through 31A, with the following modifications:
• Mayor Pro Tem Martinez, pulled Agenda Items 11 B, 11 C, 11 D, 19C, 25C, 25D,
25E, 29A, and 31A for separate action.
MOTION: Martinez
VOTE: AYES:
NOES:
ABSTAIN
ABSENT:
SECOND: Sarmiento
Benavides, Martinez, Pulido, Sarmiento, Solorio,
Villegas (6)
None (0)
None (0)
Tinajero (1)
Items removed for separate action or modified are highlighted. Separate actions show the
actual vote. Items without votes are adopted as part of the consent motion
ADMINISTRATIVE MATTERS
MINUTES
10A. MINUTES FROM THE REGULAR MEETING OF JUNE 20, 2017 {STRATEGIC
PLAN NO. 5, 11 — Clerk of the Council Office
MOTION: Approve Minutes.
ORDINANCES/SECOND READING
In the event a Councilmember recorded an "abstention" before consideration of the
following ordinance(s) on first reading, such abstention will also be reflected in the minutes
for second reading.
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11A. ORDINANCE SECOND READING - AMEND YOUTH COMMISSION
COMPENSATION {STRATEGIC PLAN NO. 5, 1) — Clerk of the Council
Placed on first reading at the June 20, 2017 City Council meeting and approved
by a vote of 5-2 (Benavides and Tinajero absent).
Published in the Orange County Reporter on June 23, 2017.
MOTION: Place ordinance on second reading and adopt.
ORDINANCE NO. NS -2917 - AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF SANTA ANA AMENDING SECTION 2-325 TO THE SANTA ANA
MUNICIPAL CODE RELATED TO COMPENSATION FOR YOUTH
COMMISSION MEMBERS
Placed on first reading at the June 20, 2017 City Council meeting and approved
by a vote of 5-0 (Pulido abstained and Tinajero absent).
Published in the Orange County Reporter on June 23, 2017.
Mayor Pro Tem Martinez, requested that ordinance be amended to reduce
licensing review period to 3 months from 6 months. City Attorney Carvalho,
noted that amended ordinance will be forthcoming.
MOTION: Place ordinance on second reading and adopt.
ORDINANCE NO. NS -2918 - ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF SANTA ANA AMENDING CERTAIN SECTIONS OF CHAPTER 18
AND CHAPTER 21 OF THE SANTA ANA MUNICIPAL CODE PERTAINING TO
MEDICAL MARIJUANA COLLECTIVES (SECTION 18-611, SECTION 18-613,
SECTION 18-617.5, SECTION 18-618, SECTION 18-620, SECTION 18-621,
AND SECTION 18-622 OF ARTICLE XIII OF CHAPTER 18), AND ADDING
SECTION 21-131 OF ARTICLE XII OF CHAPTER 21 OF THE SANTA ANA
MUNICIPAL CODE
MOTION: Martinez
VOTE: AYES:
NOES:
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SECOND: Benavides
Benavides, Martinez, Sarmiento, Solorio, Tinajero,
Villegas (6)
None (0)
0
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FISCAL YEAR BUDGET 2017-2018
11C.
ABSTAIN: Pulido(1)
ABSENT: None (0)
ORDINANCE SECOND READING ADOPTION OF CITY BUDGET FISCAL
YEAR 2017-2018; ADOPTION OF RESOLUTIONTO AMEND THE CITY'S
BASIC CLASSIFICATION, AND COMPENSTATION' PLAN TO ADD A YOUTH
SERVICES COORDINATOR POSITION; AND CONSIDER ALTERNATIVE
OPTION TO APPROVING INTERIM FUNDING FOR FISCAL YEAR 2017-18
{STRATEGIC PLANO NO. 412A) — Finance and Management Services and City
Placed on first reading at the June 20, 2017 City Council meeting and approved
by a vote of 5-1 (Martinez dissented and Tinajero absent).
Published in the Orange County Reporter on June 23, 2017.
Mayor Pro Tem Martinez, opposed to budget as proposed; noted that she has
requested forensic audit in the past but only reserves audit received; concerned
with comingling of general and enterprise funds; salary increases; and use of
one-time funds to balance FY17-18 City Budget; supports addition of Youth
Coordinator position and tree maintenance program.
Councilmember Solorio, proposed establishing a Revenue/Fiscal Commission;
noted that use of one-time funds needed due to cancellation of ICE Contract;
request that each recommended action be voted separately; possible Ad Hoc
committee to review universal representation, prioritization, and analyze how
other cities such as Los Angeles and State of California are handling program.
Councilmember Sarmiento, noted that universal representation funds may be
augmented through grant funds; also, proposed police oversight board would be
vested in revieiwing recent allegations over past several weeks.
Councilmember Villegas, expressed support for all City employees.
Councilmember Tinajero, acknowleged sacrifices made in the past; had equal
raise than POA in the past; asked if City negotatied with Arthur Sharpe and if so
funding; supports allocations of universal representation and if Ad Hoc
Committee established wish to Chair; also, in favor of allocating $300,000 for
special election on revenue bond.
Councilmember Benavides, valid question to consider revenue bond; clairied
that Vera Institute has grant funds available if universal reprsentation funds
approved by the City Council; would reconsider budget approval if universal
represenation item not approved.
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Mayor Pulido, look into portable water or recycled water to address trees on
medians; willing to support funding for universal representation however
additional information needed at subsequent meeting.
MOTION: (Requires five affirmative votes.)
1. Place ordinance on second reading and adopt.
ORDINANCE NO. NS -2919 - ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF SANTA ANA APPROPRIATING MONIES TO THE SEVERAL
OFFICES, AGENCIES, AND DEPARTMENTS OF THE CITY FOR FISCAL
YEAR BUDGET PERIOD COMMENCING JULY 1, 2017
MOTION: Benavides
VOTE: AYES:
NOES:
ABSTAIN:
ABSENT:
2. Adopt a resolution.
SECOND: Pulido
Benavides, Pulido Sarmiento, Solorio, Tinajero,
Villegas (6)
Martinez (1)
None (0)
None (0)
RESOLUTION NO. 2017-045 - A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL
OF THE CITY OF SANTA ANA TO AMEND RESOLUTION NO. 2015-026
TO EFFECT CERTAIN CHANGES TO THE CITY'S BASIC
CLASSIFICATION AND COMPENSATION PLANS
MOTION: Benavides
VOTE: AYES:
NOES:
ABSTAIN:
SECOND: Pulido
Benavides, Pulido Sarmiento, Solorio, Tinajero,
Villegas (6)
Martinez (1)
None (0)
ABSENT: None (0)
*Mayor Pro Tem Martinez supports Youth Services Supervisor position.
3. Approve carry -forward resulting from Contractual/Project savings
during FY 2016-17 within the General Fund in the amount of $65,000 as
result of the inclusion of the Legal Defense Fund program.
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MOTION: Tinajero SECOND: Sarmiento
VOTE: AYES: Benavides, Martinez, Sarmiento, Tinajero (4)
NOES: Pulido Solorio, Villegas (3)
ABSTAIN: None (0)
ABSENT: None (0)
** Motion failed by 4-3 vote.
4. Increase the City and General Fund Budget in the amount of $35,000 as
a result of the inclusion for the formation of the Police Department
Oversight Commission.
MOTION: Martinez SECOND: Benavides
VOTE: AYES: Benavides, Martinez, Pulido Sarmiento, Tinajero
(5)
NOES: Solorio, Villegas (2)
ABSTAIN: None (0)
ABSENT: None (0)
5. Allocate $350,000 for a potential Special Election on a Revenue
Measure';;
MOTION: Benavides SECOND: Sarmiento
VOTE: AYES: Benavides, Martinez, Pulido Sarmiento, Tinajero
(5)
NOES: Pulido, Solorio, Villegas (3)
ABSTAIN: None (0)
ABSENT: None (0)
*Motion failed by 4-3 vote.
Councilmember Sarmiento motioned, seconded by Councilmember
Benavides to reconsider Items 1 and 2 (because 3 and 5 failed), motion
approved 4-3 (Pulido, Solorio and Villegas dissented).
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11D
Councilmember Tinajero motioned, seconded by Councilmember
Sarmiento to reconsider Items 1-5, motion failed 3-4 (Martinez, Pulido,
Solorio and Villegas dissented). Motion failed.
Mayor Pulido motion, seconded by Councilmember Sarmiento to
reconsider Item 3, motion approved 5-2 (Solorio and Villegas dissented).
Item reconsidered.
3. Approve carry -forward resulting from Contractual/Project savings
during FY 2016-17 within the General Fund in the amount of $65,000 as
result of the inclusion of the Legal Defense Fund program.
MOTION: Tinajero SECOND: Sarmiento
VOTE: AYES: Benavides, Martinez, Pulido, Sarmiento, Tinajero
(5)
NOES: Solorio, Villegas (2)
ABSTAIN: None (0)
ABSENT: None (0)
Motion to reconsider Agenda Items 1-2 withdrawn.
Placed on first reading at the June 20, 2017 City Council meeting and approved
by a vote of 4-1 (Martinez dissented, Sarmiento and Tinajero absent).
Published in the Orange County Reporter on June 23, 2017.
MOTION: Place ordinance on second reading and adopt.
ORDINANCE NO. NS -2920 - AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF SANTA ANA APPROVING AMENDMENT APPLICATION NO.
2017-01 REZONING THE PROPERTY LOCATED AT 317 EAST
SEVENTEENTH STREET FROM COMMUNITY COMMERCIAL (C-1) AND
MULTIPLE -FAMILY RESIDENCE (R-3) TO SPECIFIC DEVELOPMENT NO.
91 (SD -91) (AA NO. 2017-01) AND ADOPTING SPECIFIC DEVELOPMENT
NO. 91 (SD -91) FOR SAID PROPERTY
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MOTION: Benavides SECOND: Pulido
VOTE: AYES: Benavides, Pulido Sarmiento, Solorio, Tinajero,
Villegas (6)
NOES: Martinez (1)
ABSTAIN: None (0)
ABSENT: None (0)
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
Public Safety, Code Enforcement and 7/11/2016
Neighborhood Empowerment Committee (Cancellation)
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. CERTIFY AND APPROVE FINAL TRACT MAP NO. 17786 BY CITY
ENGINEER (520 SOUTH HARBOR BOULEVARD) {STRATEGIC PLAN NO. 3,
21 - Public Works Agency
MOTION: Receive and file.
MISCELLANEOUS ADMINISTRATION
19A. CONFIRMATION OF CLOSED SESSION ACTION(S) — NONE
196. EXCUSED ABSENCES — NONE
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Mayor Pro Tem Martinez, commented on recent pedestrian fatality in front of
Saint Joseph Church; requested update on funding and solutions (cross guards,
etc.)
MOTION: Receive and file.
MOTION: Martinez
VOTE: AYES:
NOES:
ABSTAIN:
ABSENT:
SECOND: Pulido
Benavides, Martinez, Pulido Sarmiento, Solorio,
Tinajero, Villegas (7)
None (0)
None (0)
None (0)
19D. REPORT ON THE 2016 CALIFORNIA DRINKING WATER CONSUMER
CONFIDENCE REPORT {STRATEGIC PLAN NO. 5, 6) — Public Works Agency
MOTION: Receive and file.
BUDGETARY MATTERS
SPECIFICATIONS — PURCHASE OF EQUIPMENT AND SERVICES
22A. SPEC. NO. 16-059 - CONTRACT AMENDMENTS FOR CHAIN LINK FENCE
RENTALS {STRATEGIC PLAN NO. 5, 4) (Public Works Agency) - Finance and
Management Services
MOTION: Amend the amount by $50,000 for a new total annual amount
not to exceed $117,000, subject to non -substantive changes approved
by the City Manager and City Attorney, with the following vendors:
Vendor Location
United Site Services, Inc. EI Monte
Quality Fence Co., Inc. Paramount
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22B. SPEC. NO. 17-045 - CONTRACT AWARD FOR TWO BRIDGEWAVE
WIRELESS SYSTEMS, INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE SUPPORT
{STRATEGIC PLAN NO. 6,1F) (Information Technology Department) - Finance
and Management Services
MOTION: Authorize a one-time purchase and payment of purchase order
to Day Management Corporation in the amount of $37,000, subject to non -
substantive changes approved by the City Manager and City Attorney.
PROJECTS
23A. AWARD CONTRACT FOR CONSTRUCTION OF RESIDENTIAL STREET
REPAIR PROGRAM (PROJECT NOS. 17-7522 & 15-6836) (STRATEGIC PLAN
NOS. 6, 1 B; 1 C; 1 G) - Public Works Agency
MOTION:
1. Award a contract and authorize the City Manager and the Clerk of the
Council to execute a construction contract with Gentry General
Engineering, Inc., the lowest responsible bidder, in accordance with the
base bid in the amount of $568,300, for the term beginning upon
execution of the contract and ending upon project completion, for
construction of the Residential Street Repair Program projects, subject
to non -substantive changes approved by the City Manager and the City
Attorney.
2. Approve the Project Cost Analysis for a total estimated construction
delivery cost of $738,790, which includes the contract bid,
administration, inspection and testing, and an authorized contingency
of $85,245.
AGREEMENTS
25A. ON-CALL CONSTRUCTION SURVEYING SERVICES (STRATEGIC PLAN NO.
6, 1 G) — Public Works Agency
MOTION: Authorize the City Manager and the Clerk of the Council to
execute agreements for the two-year term beginning July 5, 2017, and
expiring on July 4, 2019, with provisions for two one-year extensions
exercisable by the City Manager and City Attorney, for a total amount not
to exceed $250,000 for each firm over the entire term of the agreement,
including any renewals, subject to non -substantive changes approved by
the City Manager and City Attorney.
1. AGMT NO. 2017-159 — With Johnson -Frank & Associates,
2. AGMT NO. 2017-160 — With Inc., Huitt-Zollars, Inc., and
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3. AGMT NO. 2017-161 — With D. Woolley & Associates
25B. AGMT NO. 2017-162 - HUMAN RESOURCE ONBOARDING PLATFORM
SERVICES TO AUTOMATE BUSINESS PROCESSES BY ALLOWING
EMPLOYEES/NEW HIRES TO COMPLETE FORMS ONLINE AND PROVIDE
EMPLOYEES INFORMATION ON BENEFIT ENROLLMENT - Personnel
Services Agency and Information Technology Department
MOTION: Authorize the City Manager and Clerk of the Council to execute
an agreement with NEOGOV for an annual reoccurring amount of $13,558
plus a one-time set up, implementation and training fee of $5,500 for an
amount not to exceed $73,290 for three (3) years for the period of July 1,
2017 through June 30, 2020 and with the option of two (2) one year
renewals, subject to non -substantive changes approved by the City
Manager and City Attorney.
The following spoke on the matter:
• Ilya Tseglia, opposed to funding police salary increases with taxes.
• Robert Tseglia, echoed comments by Ilya Tseglia.
• Carlos Perrea, opposed to salary increases.
Mayor Pro Tem Martinez, concerned with long term costs to the City; structural
deficit.
Councilmember Benavides, commented on parity and need to treat all equally,
will not support matter.
Councilmember Sarmiento, support our officers; concerned with negotiation
tactics; equal treatment and bring all to market rate; hold all employees
accountable.
Councilmember Tinajero, spoke in support of varied shift schedule.
Councilmember Solorio, supports market rate salary to retain police officers;
noted proposal includes takeaways and tiered pension plan.
Mayor Pulido, opined that overall costs are capped and proposal reasonable.
MOTION: Authorize the City Manager and Clerk of the Council to execute
a Memorandum of Understanding with the Police Officers Association,
subject to non -substantive changes approved by the City Manager and
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City Attorney, regarding wages and other terms and conditions of
employment for a one-year period ending June 30, 2018 for a total cost of
$$3,867,551.
MOTION: Solorio SECOND: Pulido
VOTE: AYES: Pulido, Sarmiento, Solorio, Tinajero, Villegas (5)
NOES: Benavides, Martinez (2)
ABSTAIN: None (0)
ABSENT: None (0)
W1 INVESTING IN THE ARTIST GRANT PROGRAM FISCAL YEAR 2017-2018
Arts and Culture Commission approved recommended action on June 15, 2017,
by a vote of 6-0 (Orozco absent).
Mayor Pro Tem Martinez, requested annual update on Commission.
MOTION:
1. Approve the Arts and Culture Commission's recommendations for
Fiscal Year 2017-2018 Investing in the Artist Grant Opportunity in the
amount of $67,500;
2. AGMT NO. 2017-164 - Direct the City Attorney to prepare and authorize
the City Manager and the Clerk of the Council to execute agreements
with artists (in amounts of either $2,500 or $5,000) and art organizations
(in the amounts of either $5,000 or $10,000) awarded funds as part of
the approved program, subject to non -substantive changes approved
by the City Manager and City Attorney.
MOTION: Martinez
VOTE: AYES:
NOES:
ABSTAIN:
ABSENT:
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SECOND: Pulido
Benavides, Martinez, Pulido Sarmiento, Solorio,
Tinajero, Villegas (7)
None (0)
None (0)
None (0)
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25E.
25F
Mayor Pro Tem Martinez, requested Pro Forma from developer in order to
assess.
Councilmember Benavides, requested update; prime location for development.
Interim City Manager Kurtz, noted that financial information had been received
and in process of being evaluated; optimistic that second extension may not be
needed; 29 conditions that have to be negotiated.
Councilmember Tinajero, noted that City not able to negotiate with other
developers until this resolved.
Deputy City Manager Cortez, indicated that pro forma and feasibility study
pending; 8 out of 29 points have been agreed upon.
MOTION: Approve First Amendment to the Exclusive Negotiation
Agreement with Caribou Industries for the Third and Broadway
Development which provides for a sixty day extension, ending August 25,
2017, with the option of extending an additional sixty days pending the
City Manager's approval.
MOTION: Benavides
VOTE: AYES:
NOES:
ABSTAIN:
ABSENT:
SECOND: Pulido
Benavides, Pulido Sarmiento, Solorio, Tinajero,
Villegas (6)
Martinez (1)
None (0)
None (0)
EXPEDIATED INSPECTION SERVICES {STRATEGIC PLAN NO. 3, 31 -
Planning and Building Agency
MOTION: Authorize the City Manager and the Clerk of the Council to
execute agreements with an aggregate amount not to exceed $1,000,000,
for a three-year term expiring on July 5, 2020, subject to non -substantive
changes approved by the City Manager and City Attorney.
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AGMT NO. 2017-166 —With J Lee Engineering Inc.,
AGMT NO. 2017-167 — With Hayer Consultants Inc.,
AGMT NO. 2017-168 — With Bureau Veritas North America Inc.,
AGMT NO. 2017-169 — With Jason Adison Smith Consulting Services, Inc. DBA
JAS Pacific,
AGMT NO. 2017-170 —With Interwest Consulting Group, and
AGMT NO. 2017-171 — With American Engineering Laboratories Inc.
25G. AGMT NO. 2017-172 - ON-CALL REPAIR SERVICES OF ADVANCED
TRAFFIC MANAGEMENT AND COMMUNICATION SYSTEMS {STRATEGIC
PLAN NO. 6, 1 C} - Public Works Agency
MOTION: Authorize the City Manager and Clerk of the Council to execute
an agreement with Crosstown Electrical & Data, Inc.,, for a three-year
period beginning July 5, 2017, expiring July 4, 2020, with provision for two
one-year extensions exercisable by the City Manager, in an amount not to
exceed $50,000 annually, subject to non -substantive changes approved by
the City Manager and City Attorney.
MISCELLANEOUS BUDGETARY ITEMS
29A. INSURANCE RENEWALS WITH BIG INDEPENDENT CITIES EXCESS POOL',
PUBLIC'ENTITY PROPERTY INSURANCE PROGRAM AND CALIFORNIA
STATE ASSOCIATION OF COUNTIES{STRATEGIC PLAN, NO. 4, 11
PersonnelServices Agency
Mayor Pro Tem Martinez, questioned increase in premiums; Police Oversight
Committee would help review these type of costs that are police department
driven.
Personnel Services Executive Director, Ed Raya, noted that increase driven by
medical premium costs.
Councilmember Tinajero, requested Acting Police Chief Valentin address
increased costs in the police department in addition to crime rates.
MOTION:
1. Approve the City's continued membership in the Big Independent
Cities Excess Pool Liability Program from July 1, 2017 to July 1, 2018 at
an estimated premium cost not to exceed $3,300,000.
2. Approve the City's continued membership in the Big Independent
Cities Excess Pool Workers' Compensation Program from July 1, 2017
to July 1, 2018 at an estimated premium cost not to exceed $404,000.
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3. Approve the City's continued participation in the Public Entity Property
Insurance Program from July 1, 2017 to July 1, 2018 at an estimated
premium cost not to exceed $650,000.
4. Approve the City's continued participation in the California State
Association of Counties — Excess Insurance Authority's Crime Bond
Program from July 1, 2017 to July 1, 2018 at an estimated premium cost
not to exceed $12,000.
MOTION: Benavides SECOND: Solorio
VOTE: AYES: Benavides, Pulido Sarmiento, Solorio, Tinajero,
Villegas (6))
NOES: Martinez (1))
ABSTAIN: None (0)
ABSENT: None (0)
LAND USE MATTERS
CONDITIONAL USE PERMITS /VARIANCES
31 A. APPROVE CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 2017-16 TO ALLOW
CONTINUED USE OF A 60 -FOOT HIGH WIRELESS COMMUNICATION
FACILITY FOR T -MOBILE WEST LOCATED AT 3308 WEST WARNER
AVENUE — SMARTLINK LLC., APPLCIANT (STRATEGIC PLAN NO. 3, 2) -
Planning and Building Agency
Mayor Pro Tem Martinez, opposed to approval of item; concerned with lack of
retrofit of cell tower facilities.
Councilmember Benavides, requested clarification from staff as to whether
blight and improvements desired are reviewed by Planning Commission prior to
review.
MOTION: Receive and file the staff report approving Conditional Use
Permit No. 2017-16 as conditioned.
MOTION: Benavides
VOTE: AYES:
SECOND: Solorio
Benavides, Pulido Sarmiento, Solorio (4)
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NOES: Martinez (1)
ABSTAIN: None (0)
ABSENT: Tinajero, Villegas (2)
**END OF CONSENT CALENDAR**
BUSINESS CALENDAR ITEMS
RESOLUTIONS
55A. RESOLUTION APPROVING ADDENDA NOS. 1 AND 2 TO THE SANTA ANA -
GARDEN GROVE FIXED GUIDEWAY REVISED ENVIRONMENTAL
ASSESSMENT/FINAL ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT REPORT ORANGE
COUNTY STREET CAR (SCH# 2010051060) (PROJECT N0. 17-6766)
(NONGENERAL FUND) {STRATEGIC PLAN NOS. 3, 2C AND 46; 6, 1 G} -
Public Works Agency
The following spoke on the matter:
• Madeleine Spencer, request continued mitigation efforts that will negatively
impact our community.
Mayor Pulido, requested OCTA follow up on council suggestion to make
presentation on matter.
MOTION: Adopt a resolution.
RESOLUTION NO. 2017-046 - A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF SANTA ANA APPROVING ADDENDUM NOS. 1 AND 2 TO THE
REVISED ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT/FINAL ENVIRONMENTAL
IMPACT REPORT FOR THE SANTA ANA -GARDEN GROVE FIXED
GUIDEWAY PROJECT, OTHERWISE KNOWN AS THE "OC STREETCAR"
MOTION: Solorio
VOTE: AYES:
NOES:
ABSTAIN
SECOND: Villegas
Benavides, Martinez, Pulido, Sarmiento, Solorio,
Villegas (6)
None (0)
None (0)
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ABSENT: Tinajero (1)
55B. RESOLUTION RECOGNIZING SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA ASSOCIATION OF
GOVERNMENTS (SCAG) GRANT REVENUE, APPROPRIATION
ADJUSTMENT AND REVISED REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL FOR PLANNING
CONSULTANTS FOR GENERAL PLAN UPDATE {STRATEGIC PLAN NO. 3,
2A; 5, 6) - Planning and Building Agency
MOTION:
1. Adopt a resolution.
RESOLUTION NO. 2017-047 - A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL
OF THE CITY OF SANTA ANA APPROVING THE RECEIPT OF GRANT
FUNDS OR SERVICES FROM THE SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA
ASSOCIATION OF GOVERNMENTS (SCAG) FOR THE SUSTAINABILITY
PLANNING GRANT PROJECT FOR GENERAL PLAN UPDATE EFFORTS
2. Approve an appropriation adjustment. (Requires five affirmative votes)
APPROPRIATION ADJUSTMENT NO. 2018-005 - Recognizing $325,000 in
the PBA Southern California Association of Governments (SCAG) Grant fund
revenue account and appropriate same in the SCAG Sustainability Planning
Grant expenditure account.
3. Authorize the Planning and Building Agency to release the revised
Request for Proposals to qualified consulting firms to provide planning
and technical services related to land use buildout, urban design,
sustainability, and community outreach materials to support
preparation of the comprehensive General Plan Update for the City of
Santa Ana.
MOTION: Martinez
VOTE: AYES:
NOES:
ABSTAIN
ABSENT:
CITY COUNCIL MINUTES
SECOND: Benavides
Benavides, Martinez, Pulido, Sarmiento, Solorio,
Tinajero, Villegas (7)
None (0)
None (0)
None (0)
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55C. APPROVAL OF LOAN AGREEMENTS, RESOLUTION, AND APPROPRIATION
ADJUSTMENT FOR THE SANTA ANA ARTS COLLECTIVE {STRATEGIC
PLAN NOS. 5,3A; 5,3C} - Community Development Agency
MOTION:
1. AGMT NO. 2017-173 - Authorize the City Manager and the Clerk of the
Council to execute an amended and restated Community Development
Block Grant and Inclusionary Housing Funds loan agreement with Santa
Ana Arts Collective, L.P. for an additional $2,900,000 in Inclusionary
Housing Funds as approved by City Council on June 20, 2017 for a total
loan amount not to exceed $5,275,000, subject to non -substantive
changes approved by the City Manager and City Attorney.
2. AGMT NO. 2017-174 - Authorize the City Manager and the Clerk of the
Council to execute a loan agreement with Santa Ana Arts Collective, L.P.
for $2,219,760 in HOME Investment Partnerships Program funds as
approved by City Council on November 3, 2015, subject to non -
substantive changes approved by the City Manager and City Attorney.
3. Adopt a resolution.
RESOLUTION NO. 2017-048 - A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL
OF THE CITY OF SANTA ANA AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO
ENTER INTO AGREEMENTS WITH THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA
DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT (HCD)
FOR AFFORDABLE HOUSING AND SUSTAINABLE COMMUNITIES
(AHSC) PROGRAM GRANT FUNDING (AGMT NOS. 2017-177 AND
2017-179)
4. AGMT NO. 2017-175 - Authorize the City Manager and the Clerk of the
Council to execute a Subordination Agreement with Bank of America,
N.A. for the amended and restated Inclusionary Housing and Community
Development Block Grant loan agreement and the HOME Investment
Partnerships Program loan agreement, subject to non -substantive
changes approved by the City Manager and City Attorney.
5. Approve an appropriation adjustment. (Requires five affirmative votes)
APPROPRIATION ADJUSTMENT NO. 2018-007 - Recognizing Affordable
Housing and Sustainable Communities Program grant funds in the amount of
$1,288,000 in revenue account no. and appropriating same to the Affordable
Housing Sustainable Communities Program expenditure account no. for the
Bush Street Bicycle Boulevard project
MOTION: Benavides SECOND: Pulido
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VOTE: AYES: Benavides, Pulido, Sarmiento, Solorio, Tinajero,
Villegas (6)
NOES: Martinez (1)
ABSTAIN: None (0)
ABSENT: None (0)
55D. RESOLUTION APPROVING THE CITY'S INVESTMENT POLICY WITH MINOR
MODIFICATIONS {STRATEGIC PLAN NO. 4, 11 - Finance and Management
Services
Mayor Pro Tem Martinez, opposed to any investment or business dealing with
companies in Texas.
Councilmember Sarmiento, concerned with contractors that have hostile
intentions; thorough vetting of all businesses.
MOTION: Adopt a resolution approving the City's Investment Policy,
which includes the following minor modifications:
A. Sets out requirement to establish written investment procedures in
accordance with current industry standards.
B. Allows the City to sell a security for the purpose of pre -paying a debt or
contribution servicing obligation when it is financially advantageous
(for the City) to do so.
C. Amends existing language to comply with current statutory changes,
changes in industry terminology, and recommended best practices.
RESOLUTION NO. 2017-049 - A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF SANTA ANA APPROVING THE CITY'S STATEMENT OF
INVESTMENT POLICY
MOTION: Martinez
VOTE: AYES:
NOES:
ABSTAIN
CITY COUNCIL MINUTES
SECOND: Benavides
Benavides, Martinez, Pulido, Sarmiento, Solorio,
Tinajero, Villegas (7)
None (0)
None (0)
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JULY 5, 2017
ABSENT: None (0)
55E. APPROPRIATION ADJUSTMENT AND RESOLUTION ACCEPTING
DEPARTMENT OF ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE CONTROL FUNDS (STRATEGIC
PLAN NO. 1, 3B) - Police Department
MOTION:
1. Adopt a resolution.
RESOLUTION NO. 2017-050 - A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL
OF THE CITY OF SANATA ANA AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER,
AND THE CHIEF OF POLICE OR HIS DESIGNEE TO OBTAIN
CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE CONTROL
GRANT FUNDS IN THE AMOUNT OF $100,000 AND TO EXECUTE AN
AGREEMENT WITH THE DEPARTMENTOF ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE
CONTROL FOR USE OF THOSE FUNDS AND EXECUTE ANY
DOCUMENTS OR ASSURANCES NECESSARY FOR OBTAINING GRANT
FUNDS
AGMT NO. 2017-176 — With State of California in an amount not to exceed
$100,000.
2. Approve an appropriation adjustment. (Requires five affirmative votes)
APPROPRIATION ADJUSTMENT NO. 2018-066 - Recognizing $100,000 in
revenue for the Alcoholic Beverage Control Grant Assistance Program and
allocating the same to the various expenditure accounts
MOTION: Benavides
VOTE: AYES:
NOES:
ABSTAIN:
ABSENT:
REPORTS
SECOND: Martinez
Benavides, Martinez, Pulido, Sarmiento, Solorio,
Tinajero, Villegas (7)
None (0)
None (0)
None (0)
65A. PRESENTATION ON FOURTH OF JULY FIREWORKS — Police Department
CITY COUNCIL MINUTES 23 JULY 5, 2017
Acting Police Chief Valentin presented brief highlights. Operational period is
June 1 through July 4th: 395 calls for service; 147 education initiates and multi -
language; 16 citations; 5,863 confiscations; no major injury report received.
Mayor Pro Tem Martinez, suggest voter consideration on matter; City hosting
Fireworks event.
PUBLIC HEARINGS
75A. PUBLIC HEARING — RESOLUTION AFFIRMING THE WEED ABATEMENT
PUBLIC NUISANCE REPORT FOR UNCOLLECTED CHARGES AND
POSTINGS FOR FISCAL YEAR 2016-2017 (STRATEGIC PLAN NO. 5, 4E) -
Public Works Agency
Legal Notice published in the Orange County Reporter on June 23, 2017 and
notices mailed on June 23, 2017.
Mayor Pulido opened the Hearing. There were no spearkers and the hearing
closed.
MOTION: Adopt a resolution.
RESOLUTION NO. 2017-051 - A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF SANTA ANA CONFIRMING THE COSTS OF WEED, RUBBISH,
AND GARBAGE ABATEMENT; MAKING, CONFIRMING, AND LEVYING
ASSESSMENTS FOR SUCH COSTS; AND ORDERING A COPY OF THE
REPORT THEREOF TO BE FILED WITH THE COUNTY AUDITOR,
ASSESSOR, AND TAX COLLECTOR
MOTION: Benavides
VOTE: AYES:
NOES:
ABSTAIN:
ABSENT:
SECOND: Sarmiento
Benavides, Martinez, Pulido, Sarmiento, Solorio,
Tinajero, Villegas (7)
None (0)
None (0)
None (0)
75B. PUBLIC HEARING — RESOLUTION FOR THE RECOVERY OF
UNCOLLECTED COSTS FOR ABATEMENT OF DANGEROUS AND
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ABANDONED BUILDINGS (STRATEGIC PLAN NO. 5, 4) - Planning and
Building Agency
Legal Notice published in the Orange County Reporter on June 23, 2017 and
notices mailed on June 23, 2017.
Mayor Pulido opened the Hearing. There were no spearkers and the hearing
closed.
MOTION: Adopt a resolution.
RESOLUTION NO. 2017-052 - A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF SANTA ANA CONFIRMING THE COSTS OF SECURING
AND/OR DEMOLITION OF VARIOUS STRUCTURES DECLARED TO BE
PUBLIC NUISANCES; MAKING, CONFIRMING AND LEVYING
ASSESSMENTS FOR SUCH COSTS; AND ORDERING SUCH COSTS TO BE
RECORDED WITH THE ORANGE COUNTY RECORDER
MOTION: Martinez
VOTE: AYES:
NOES:
ABSTAIN:
ABSENT:
SECOND: Benavides
Benavides, Martinez, Pulido, Sarmiento, Solorio,
Tinajero, Villegas (7)
None (0)
None (0)
None (0)
75C. PUBLIC HEARING — ORDINANCE TO REPEAL AND RE-ENACT SECTIONS
OF SANTA ANA MUNICIPAL CODE CHAPTER 39 RELATED TO WATER AND
SEWER SERVICES THROUGHOUT THE CITY (STRATEGIC PLAN NOS. 5, 2
& 6F} - PUBLIC WORKS AGENCY
Legal Notice published in the Orange County Reporter on June 23, 2017.
Mayor Pulido opened the Hearing. There were no spearkers and the hearing
closed.
MOTION: Place ordinance on first reading and authorize publication of
title.
ORDINANCE NO. NS -2921 — AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF SANTA ANA REPEALING AND REENACTING IN THEIR
ENTIRETY ARTICLES I, II, III, AND V OF CHAPTER 39 OF THE SANTA ANA
MUNICIPAL CODE REGARDING WATER AND SEWERS AND AMENDING
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RELATED SECTIONS 1-18.2, 16-38, 18-602, AND 18-603 OF THE SANTA
ANA MUNICIPAL CODE
MOTION: Tinajero SECOND: Sarmiento
VOTE: AYES: Benavides, Martinez, Pulido, Sarmiento, Solorio,
Tinajero, Villegas (7)
NOES: None (0)
ABSTAIN: None (0)
ABSENT: None (0)
• Mayor Pulido, abstained on Agenda Item 75D, due to potential conflict of interest due to
his family business. He left the dais and did not participate in the deliberation of said item.
75D. PUBLIC HEARING — ORDINANCE TO REGULATE MOBILE FOOD VENDING
VEHICLES AND/OR REPEAL EXISTING PROVISIONS THAT ARE IN NON-
COMPLIANCE WITH STATE CODE {STRATEGIC PLAN NO 5, 4) - Planning
and Building Agency and City Attorney)
Legal Notice published in the Orange County Reporter and the Orange County
Register on May 26, 2017; published in La Opinion on May 26, 2017; and
notices mailed to mobile vendors on May 26, 2017.
Item continued from the June 6, 2017 City Council Meeting by a 5-0 vote
(Benavides and Sarmiento absent) and from the June 20, 2017 City Council
Meeting by a 6-0 vote (Tinajero absent).
Mayor Pro Tem Martinez opened the Hearing. There were no spearkers and
the hearing closed.
Councilmember Tinaejro, suggest staff meet with school district and vendors to
further address safety concerns - proactive with all stakeholders; request
revised ordinance be agendized in 60; holistic approach that does not
necessarily adopt State provisions that may hurt vendors.
Councilmember Benavides, proposed amendment to motion to return to City
Council in 90 days with revised ordinance or ordinance as currently prepared by
staff; suggest Workstudy prior to approval.
Councilmember Solorio, consider friendly amenment to designate areas for
mobile food vendors, provide electrical outlets, and Council Committee to
consider revenue generating options to be included in revised ordinance.
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Mayor Pro Tem Martinez, noted that matter has been continued six times;
General Plan amendments would consider designated area and State
provisions; opposed to 90 -day continued and motion to repeal Chapter 36, need
to have resolution; safety of our residents is paramount; motion to adopt staff
recommendation.
MOTION: Continue matter for 90 days and adopt first reading of ordinance
that repeals current provisions in Charter 36 of the Santa Ana Municipal
Code.
MOTION: Tinajero SECOND: Benavides
VOTE: AYES: Benavides, Sarmiento, Tinajero (3)
NOES: Martinez, Solorio, Villegas (3)
ABSTAINED Pulido (1)
AND NOT
PRESENT:
ABSENT: None (0)
*Motion failed by a 3-3 vote.
City Manager Kurtz, proposed removing the 90 day continuance and approve
the ordinance that would repeal current provisions.
Councilmember Solorio, suggest a shorter time frame, perhaps 30-60 days.
Councilmember Sarmiento, request all comments be included for consideration
and response be provided.
Councilmember Benavides, important to clarify the 500 foot requirement near
schools.
SUBSTITUTE MOTION: Place ordinance on first reading and authorize
publication of title; and agendize consideration of revised ordinance in 60
days:
ORDINANCE NO. NS -2922 — AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF SANTA ANA REPEALING DIVISION 3 OF ARTICLE 1. OF
CHAPTER 36 "VENDING VEHICLES' (SANTA ANA MUNICIPAL CODE
SECTIONS 36-50 THROUGH 36-63) AND REPEALING ARTICLE XIV OF
CHAPTER 36 "FOOD VENDING VEHICLES' (SANTA ANA MUNICIPAL CODE
SECTIONS 36-700 THROUGH 36-720)
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MOTION: Tinajero
VOTE: AYES:
NOES:
ABSTAINED
AND NOT
PRESENT:
ABSENT:
SECOND: Sarmiento
Benavides, Sarmiento, Solorio, Tinajero, Villegas
(5)
Martinez (1)
Pulido (1)
None (0)
RECESSSED CITY COUNCIL MEETING AT 10:08 P.M. TO THE HOUSING AUTHORITY
MEETING AND RECONVENED WITH SAME MEMBERS PRESENT AT 10:09 P.M.
COMMENTS
PUBLIC COMMENTS
• Michael Klubnikin, spoke of alleged collusion to remove autistic son from Ilya Tseglia;
request hearing to consider his case.
• Alfredo Zarate, Jr., request adjournment in memory of Charlene Hanson, suggest stop
sign or other traffic mitigation measures on Civic Center and Minter where pedestrian was
fatally hit and available 24 hours a day — long term solution not just cross guards.
• Daniel Nau, echoed comments by Mr. Zarate.
• Jose Trujillo, representing La Rinconada, request assistance in addressing limited parking
and closure of parking structures in Downtown Santa Ana; also, homeless situation is
affecting their business viability; suggest parking park let concept.
o Mayor Pro Tem Martinez, to schedule meeting to discuss concept; include OC
Supervisory CEO Mr. Kim.
• Zailee Brucks, owner of Mil Jugos, also commented on closure of parking structure in front
of their business; seek support to address issues raised by Mr. Trujillo.
• Raul Sanchez, noted that parking structure closures have significantly impacted business.
90A. CITY MANAGER'S COMMENTS - None
90B. CITY COUNCILMEMBER COMMENTS
Councilmember Sarmiento:
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• Noted for the record that he and Mayor Pro Tem Martinez attended the
NALEO conference.
Mayor Pro Tem Martinez:
• Disclosed attendance at NALEO Conference; homeless issue discussed that
is of national concern; asked about City's strategy; agendize for City Council
for discussion;
• Requested options on fireworks be agendized for consideration; and
• Adjourned meeting in memory of Charlene Hanson; mitigate traffic measures
and lighting at intersection where she was fatally hit; SCAG may have funds
available in the near future.
Councilmember Solorio:
• Attended Fireworks event at Centennial Park; well attended
• Request status of Smart Program in connection with trash contract that was
recently approved;
• Commented on fireworks — Police Department to address staffing, and
citation and confiscation enforcement as necessary.
Councilmember Villegas:
• Reported that he attended League of Cities conference in Monterey last
week;
• Attended the Annual Fireworks event at Centennial Park; kudos to staff.
Councilmember Benavides:
• Thanked staff for efforts to approve balanced budget and another successful
Fourth of July celebration; and
• Encouraged all to continue to support our local economy.
Mayor Pulido:
• Request staff assist downtown businesses with parking and homeless
situation; and
• Adjourned in memory of Margie Alvarado -Hayes, Charlene Hanson and Dale
Dykema.
ADJOURNED - 10:41 P.M. - The July 18, 2017 City Council Meeting is canceled. The
next meeting of the City Council is scheduled for August 1, 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.
ADJOURNED IN MEMORY OF
MARGARITA "MARGIE" ALVARADO-HAYES;
CHARLENE HANSON,
AND
DALE DYKEMA
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Maria D. Huiza
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Clerk of the Council
FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS
• Community Engagement Program
• Labor Contracts
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