HomeMy WebLinkAbout2014-05-06 RegularMINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING
OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
SANTA ANA, CALIFORNIA
MAY 6, 2014
CLOSED SESSION MEETING
CALLED TO ORDER COUNCIL CHAMBER
22 CIVIC CENTER PLAZA
SANTA ANA, CA
5:14 P.M.
ATTENDANCE COUNCILMEMBERS Present:
MIGUEL A. PULIDO, Mayor
SAL TINAJERO, Mayor Pro Tern
ANGELICA AMEZCUA
P. DAVID BENAVIDES (5:16 p.m.)
MICHELE MARTINEZ (5:16 p.m.)
ROMAN A. REYNA
VINCENT F. SARMIENTO (5:16 p.m.)
COUNCILMEMBERS Absent:
None
STAFF Present:
DAVID CAVAZOS, City Manager
SONIA R. CARVALHO, City Attorney
MARIA D. HUIZAR, Clerk of the Council
PUBLIC COMMENTS — None
COUNCIL RECESSED to Room 147 for Closed Session discussion at 5:14 p.m.
CLOSED SESSION ITEMS - The Brown Act permits legislative bodies to discuss certain matters
without members of the public present. The City Council finds, based on advice from the City Attorney, that
discussion in open session of the following matters will prejudice the position of the City in existing and
anticipated litigation:
CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL -- EXISTING LITIGATION pursuant
to Paragraph (1) of subdivision (d) of Section 54956.9 of the Government
Code:
CITY COUNCIL MINUTES 1 MAY 6, 2014
1. JOINT ITEM — City of Santa Ana, Successor Agency and Housing
Authority: Peebler vs. State of California Superior Court Case No. 34-
2012- 80001172; Court of Appeal Case No. C073698
2. JOINT ITEM — City of Santa Ana, Successor Agency and Housing
Authority: Cuenca vs. State
3. JOINT ITEM — City of Santa Ana, Successor Agency and Housing
Authority: City of Santa Ana vs. Ana Matosantos (DOF) Case No. 34-
2013- 80001477
4. Robert Faster v. City of Santa Ana; Workers' Compensation Appeals
Board case #ANA2908310
5. James Costello v. City of Santa Ana; Workers' Compensation Appeals
Board case #ADJ1831623; ADJ8211498; ADJ9311871;
ADJ #9311756; ADJ2196981
6. Alexander Perez Alvarado, et al. v. City of Santa Ana, USDC Case No.
SACV12 -00328 JGB (ANx)
7. The Orchard Conservancy v. City of Santa Ana, Lutheran High School
of Orange County and Concordia University Foundation, Case No. 30-
2014- 00714225 CU MM CXC
8. People /City v. Mark Burcaw, et al., 651 E. Edinger Ave.; Case No. 30-
2012- 00567205
9. People /City v. Burcaw Family Trust, 1638 E. 17th St.; Case No. 30-
2013- 00668708
10. People /City v. Donald Hansen, et al., 3619 W. Pendleton, Unit A; Case
No. 30- 2013 - 00690606
11. People /City v. Hillview Building, LLC, 1823 E. 17th St.; Case No. 30-
2014- 00705937
12. People /City v. Pacific Point, 1820 E. Garry #130; Case No. 30 -2013-
00694308
13. People /City v. Roma Bridge, 1601 W. 1" "A "; Case No. 30 -2013-
00690600
14. People /City v. Tam Nguyen, 1820 E. Garry, #204; Case No. 30 -2013-
00694333
15. People /City v. Roma Bridge, et al., 1605 W. First Street Units B &C;
Case No. 30-2013-00690596
16. People /City v. Lawrence O'Boyle, et al., 1423 N. Main Street; Case No.
30- 2013 - 00694286
17. People /City v. Michael A. Ditch, 1815 So. Main Street; Case No. 30-
2013- 00694143
18. People /740 Broadway PV LLC, 1820 Garry Unit 221; Case No. 30-
2014- 00709107
19. People /City v. Mamo Real Estate, Inc., et al., 1139 W. 17th Street;
Case No. 30- 2014 - 00704524
20. People /City v. Harvey Kagasoff , et al., 3701 W. 1 st Street; Case No.
30- 2014 - 00709107
21. People /City v. Ziegler Properties, 980 N. Harbor Blvd., #101; Case No.
30- 2014 - 00709091
22. People /City v. John Robert Warren, et al., 1615 N. French #101; Case
No. 30 -2014- 00711565
CITY COUNCIL MINUTES 2 MAY 6, 2014
CLOSED SESSION REPORT — See Item 19A. for reportable actions.
ADJOURNED THE CLOSED SESSION MEETING AT 5:58 P.M. AND CONVENED TO
THE REGULAR OPEN MEETING
CITY COUNCIL MINUTES 3 MAY 6, 2014
CALLED TO ORDER
REGULAR OPEN SESSION
COUNCIL CHAMBER
22 CIVIC CENTER PLAZA
SANTA ANA, CA
6:12 P.M.
ATTENDANCE COUNCILMEMBERS Present:
MIGUEL A. PULIDO, Mayor
SAL TINAJERO, Mayor Pro Tern
ANGELICA AMEZCUA
P. DAVID BENAVIDES
MICHELE MARTINEZ
ROMAN A. REYNA
VINCENT F. SARMIENTO
COUNCILMEMBERS Absent:
None
STAFF Present:
DAVID CAVAZOS, City Manager
SONIA R. CARVALHO, City Attorney
MARIA D. HUIZAR, Clerk of the Council
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE ANA VILLEGAS AND MICHELLE ROLDAN,
GARFIELD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
INVOCATION TOM JONES, POLICE CHAPLAIN
AGENDA ITEM TAKEN OUT OF ORDER
55C. BRISTOL STREET IMPROVEMENTS, RIGHT -OF -WAY ACQUISITIONS,
AND ADOPTION OF AN ADDENDUM TO THE FINAL ENVIRONMENTAL
IMPACT STATEMENT /ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT REPORT (EIS /EIR) -
Public Works Agency
Continued from the February 4, 2014 City Council meeting by a vote of 7 -0.
Continued from the March 18, 2014 City Council meeting a vote of 6 -0
Sarmiento abstained). Continued from the April 1, 2014 City Council meeting
a vote of 6 -0 (Sarmiento abstained).
MOTION: Continue consideration of matter for 30 days, to the June 3,
2014 City Council Meeting.
CITY COUNCIL MINUTES 4 MAY 6, 2014
MOTION: Tinajero SECOND: Reyna
VOTE: AYES: Amezcua, Benavides, Martinez, Pulido, Reyna,
Sarmiento, Tinajero (7)
NOES: None (0)
ABSTAIN: None (0)
ABSENT: None (0)
OATH OF OFFICE Administered to Police Chief, Carlos Rojas by
Clerk of the Council, Maria Huizar
RECESSED at 6:42 P.M. and RECONVENED at 6:58 P.M. with same members present
PRESENTATIONS
SPECIAL PRESENTATION - Orange County Human Relations Commission Annual
Report presented by Commissioners Tim Kowal and Leticia Mata.
PROCLAMATION presented by MAYOR PULIDO to Donnie Crevier for his exemplary
citizen participation and services to the community.
PROCLAMATION presented by COUNCILMEMBER AMEZCUA recognizing the American
Lung Association for declaring May 11`h — May 17th as National Women's Lung Health
Week.
CERTIFICATES OF RECOGNITION presented by COUNCILMEMBER BENAVIDES to
Hope Alive Church, Mariners Church Santa Ana and NewSong Santa Ana in recognition of
their respective grand openings.
PROCLAMATION presented by COUNCILMEMBER MARTINEZ recognizing Orange
County Bike Coalition for Bike Month in Santa Ana
CERTIFICATE OF RECOGNITION presented by COUNCILMEMBER MARTINEZ to Scott
Glabb for his dedication and commitment to wrestling.
CITY COUNCIL MINUTES 5 MAY 6, 2014
PROCLAMATION presented by COUNCILMEMBER REYNA recognizing the Orange
County Fire Authority for declaring May 4th -10th as Wildfire Awareness Week.
CLOSED SESSION REPORT- City Attorney Carvalho reported that City Council approved
the matters listed on the Consent Calendar under Agenda Item 19A.
PUBLIC COMMENT
Connie Hamilton, opined that City making good decisions and Environmental and
Transportation Advisory Committee good choice; Connect to Council election debates
will be held on September 17th at Rancho Community College Boardroom; partnering
with Youth in Government to have separate debate and also Chamber of Commerce
hosting Senate and Assembly candidate member's debate; encouraged all to attend.
Albert Castillo, supports City closing jail and opening facility as feeding center for
homeless - provide safe shelter, clinic, education, job and health facilities; proposed that
financial support come from County, State, non - profits and community volunteers.
Ryan Chase, spoke in support of Agenda Item 65A, thanked leadership and staff for
hard work and efforts; congratulated Police Chief Rojas on appointment.
Silvia Hernandez, spoke on behalf of May Day Coalition and Justice for Janitors, noted
that group held annual May Day Event; need transparency on jail matters; supports
federal and local policies that promote family unity; concerned with increased fees and
not ending contract with Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE).
Scott Sink, congratulated Police Chief Rojas on appointment, hope to have new policies
adopted as they relate to immigration matters.
Joe -Say Hernandez, congratulated Police Chief Rojas, concerned that police
department increasing number of police officers, suggested refocus of priorities instead;
concerned with human rights violations and continued deportations.
Jeffrey Han, spoke in support of Agenda Item 65A, commend Council for leadership in
making bold decisions.
Madeleine Spencer, supports consistency in addressing medical marijuana
dispensaries; would like information on infractions and City's plan to regulate these type
of businesses.
Apolonio Cortes, spoke in support of City's Strategic Plan priorities and funding for next
five years.
Brizy Mae, spoke on opposition to ICE contract.
Sharon Barlow, thanked Councilmembers Sarmiento and Martinez, City Manager and
staff for South Main Street Corridor's Broom and Groom Event; thanked City Council for
including Corridor in Strategic Plan and appropriating funds; October 5th will host
SOMOS event; request continued financial support for street improvements.
Adolfo Lopez, congratulated Police Chief Rojas; supports Strategic Plan and inclusion
of Downtown Santa Ana in Plan.
Bob Quinn, owner of Playground Restaurant, impressed with leadership and vision of
the City Council.
Octavio Pina, supports City's Strategic Plan and addition of South Main Corridor; need
funding execute programs as soon as possible.
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Gema Suarez, spoke in opposition to City's contract with ICE; urged the City Council to
cancel contract and release Jail profitability Report.
CONSENT CALENDAR ITEMS
MOTION: Approve Consent Calendar Items 10A through 31A as recommended
by staff with the following modifications:
Councilmember Benavides abstained on Agenda Item 13F out of an abundance
of caution and any perceived conflict of interest; and
Councilmember Martinez pulled Agenda Items 19D and 25E for separate
discussion.
MOTION: Martinez
VOTE: AYES:
NOES:
ABSTAIN:
ABSENT:
SECOND: Sarmiento
Amezcua, Benavides, Martinez, Pulido, Reyna,
Sarmiento, Tinajero (7)
None (0)
None (0)
None (0)
ADMINISTRATIVE MATTERS
MINUTES
10A. MINUTES FROM THE REGULAR MEETING OF APRIL 15, 2014 - Clerk of
the Council Office
MOTION: Approve Minutes.
ORDINANCESISECOND 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.
11A. ORDINANCE SECOND READING: ZONING ORDINANCE AMENDMENT
NO. 2013 -02 TO AMEND PROVISIONS OF CHAPTER 41 RELATING TO
CITY COUNCIL MINUTES 7 MAY 6, 2014
SIGN PROGRAMS FOR REGIONAL COMMERCIAL CENTERS AND
ATTRACTIONS, CITY OF SANTA ANA — APPLICANT - Planning and
Building Agency
Placed on first reading at the April 15, 2014 City Council meeting and
approved by a vote of 7 -0.
Published in the Orange County Reporter on April 25, 2014.
MOTION: Place ordinance on second reading and adopt.
ORDINANCE NO. NS -2861 - AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF SANTA ANA AMENDING CHAPTER 41 OF THE SANTA ANA
MUNICIPAL CODE TO ALLOW REGIONAL PLANNED SIGN PROGRAMS
BOARDS I COMMISSIONS / COMMITTEES
13A. APPOINT SANDRA "POCHA" PENA TO THE ARTS & CULTURE
COMMISSION, RECOMMENDED BY MAYOR PRO TEM TINERJERO AS
THE WARD 6 REPRESENTATIVE FOR A TERM EXPIRING DECEMBER 9,
2014 — Clerk of the Council Office
MOTION: Appoint Sandra "Pocha" Pena to the Arts & Culture
Commission (Ward 2 Resident).
13B. APPOINT ERIKA CARRANZA TO THE BOARD OF PARKS &
RECREATION, RECOMMENDED BY COUNCILMEMBER BENAVIDES AS
THE WARD 4 REPRESENTATIVE FOR A TERM EXPIRING DECEMBER 9,
2014 (REPLACES A. STEAFFENS) — Clerk of the Council Office
MOTION: Appoint Erika Carranza to the Board of Parks and Recreation
Ward 2 Resident).
13.C. APPOINT MIKE J. MCGEE TO THE ARTS & CULTURE COMMISSION,
RECOMMENDED BY COUNCILMEMBER BENAVIDES AS THE WARD 4
REPRESENTATIVE FOR A TERM EXPIRING DECEMBER 9, 2014 — Clerk
of the Council Office
MOTION: Appoint Mike J. McGee to the Arts & Culture Commission
Ward 3 Resident).
13D. APPOINT CARL G. BENNINGER TO THE ENVIRONMENTAL &
TRANSPORTATION ADVISORY COMMITTEE (ETAC), RECOMMENDED
BY COUNCILMEMBER BENAVIDES AS THE WARD 4 REPRESENTATIVE
CITY COUNCIL MINUTES 8 MAY 6, 2014
FOR A TERM EXPIRING DECEMBER 9, 2014 (REPLACES D. CRIBB) —
Clerk of the Council Office
MOTION: Appoint Carl G. Benninger to the Environmental &
Transportation Advisory Committee (ETAC) (Ward 4 Resident).
13E. APPOINT ANA S. URZUA TO THE COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AND
HOUSING COMMISSION, RECOMMENDED BY COUNCILMEMBER
BENAVIDES AS THE WARD 4 REPRESENTATIVE FOR A TERM
EXPIRING DECEMBER 9, 2014 (REPLACES L. MORFIN) — Clerk of the
Council Office
MOTION: Appoint Ana S. Urzua to the Community Redevelopment and
Housing Commission (Ward 4 Resident).
13F. APPOINT ANAIS M. BENAVIDES TO THE YOUTH COMMISSION AS AN
ASSOCIATE MEMBER, RECOMMENDED BY COUNCILMEMBER
BENAVIDES AS THE WARD 4 REPRESENTATIVE FOR A TERM
EXPIRING DECEMBER 9, 2014 — Clerk of the Council Office
MOTION: Appoint Anais M. Benavides to the Youth Commission as an
Associate Member (Ward 4 Resident).
Councilmember Benavides abstained on Agenda Item 13F out of an
abundance of caution.
13G COUNCIL COMMITTEE REPORTS
MOTION: Receive and file Minutes of Parks, Recreation, Education and
Youth Council Committee Meeting held Janury 27, 2014.
MISCELLANEOUS ADMINISTRATION
19A. CONFIRMATION OF CLOSED SESSION ACTION(S) — City Attorney's Office
MOTION: Approve settlement agreements as follow:
CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL -- EXISTING LITIGATION pursuant
to Paragraph (1) of subdivision (d) of Section 54956.9 of the Government
Code:
1. Robert Faster v. City of Santa Ana; Workers' Compensation Appeals
Board case #ANA2908310; in the amount of $34,000.
CITY COUNCIL MINUTES 9 MAY 6, 2014
2. James Costello v. City of Santa Ana; Workers' Compensation Appeals
Board case #ADJ1831623; ADJ8211498; ADJ9311871;
ADJ #9311756; ADJ2196981; in the amount of $242,046.00.
19B. EXCUSED ABSENCES — None
19C. QUARTERLY REPORT OF INVESTMENTS AS OF MARCH 31, 2014 -
Finance & Management Services
MOTION: Receive and file.
Councilmember Martinez suggest that Climate Action Plan be aligned with
Strategic Plan.
MOTION: Authorize the City Manager to approve the following
greenhouse gas emissions reduction targets for inclusion in the City's
Climate Action Plan: 15% reduction of 2008 levels by 2020, and 30%
reduction of 2008 levels by 2035.
MOTION: Martinez SECOND: Sarmiento
VOTE: AYES: Amezcua, Benavides, Martinez, Pulido, Reyna,
Sarmiento, Tinajero (7)
NOES: None (0)
ABSTAIN: None (0)
ABSENT: None (0)
BUDGETARY MATTERS
SPECIFICATIONS — PURCHASE OF EQUIPMENT AND SERVICES
22A. SPEC. NO. 14 -019 - POOL HEATER REPLACEMENT AND OTHER
REPAIRS - (Parks, Recreation and Community Services Agency) - Finance &
Management Services
CITY COUNCIL MINUTES 10 MAY 6, 2014
MOTION: Amend the contract with Commercial Aquatic Services Inc. to
increase the aggregate limit by $21,600 for the replacement of the pool
heater at Salgado Park Pool along with other Aquatic Center repairs;
subject to non - substantive changes approved by the City Manager and
City Attorney.
AGREEMENTS
25A. CUSTODIAL SERVICES AT CITY PARK RESTROOMS AND PARK
BUILDINGS - Parks, Recreation & Community Services Agency
MOTION:
1. AGMT NO. 2014 -105 - Authorize the City Manager and Clerk of the
Council to execute an agreement with Bell Building Maintenance
Company for park restroom custodial services in Districts 1, 2, 3, and
4 in the amount of $125,796, which includes a 10% contingency, for
one -year with two one -year options under the same terms and
conditions, exercisable by the City Manager, beginning June 1, 2014,
renewing June 1, 2015 and June 1, 2016, subject to non -substantive
changes approved by the City Manager and the City Attorney.
2. AGMT NO. 2014 -106 - Authorize the City Manager and Clerk of the
Council to execute an agreement with ABM for park building
custodial services in Districts A, 1, 2, and 3 in the amount of
138,336, which includes a 10% contingency, for a one -year term
with two one -year options under the same terms and conditions,
exercisable by the City Manager, beginning June 1, 2014, renewing
June 1, 2015 and June 1, 2016, subject to non - substantive changes
approved by the City Manager and the City Attorney.
25B. VETERINARY SERVICES FOR THE SANTA ANA ZOO AT PRENTICE
PARK - Parks, Recreation & Community Services Agency
MOTION:
1. AGMT NO. 2014 -107 - Authorize the City Manager and Clerk of the
Council to execute an amendment to the agreement with Dr. Scott
Weldy, dba Serrano Animal & Bird Hospital, for veterinary services at
the Santa Ana Zoo at Prentice Park, increasing total compensation
from $75,000 to $84,500, subject to non -substantive changes
approved by the City Manager and City Attorney.
2. AGMT NO. 2014 -108 - Authorize the City Manager and Clerk of the
Council to execute a new agreement with Dr. Scott Weldy, dba
Serrano Animal & Bird Hospital, for veterinary services at the Santa
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Ana Zoo at Prentice Park in the amount of $84,500, which includes a
30% contingency, for a one -year term with two one -year options
under the same terms and conditions, exercisable by the City
Manager, beginning July 1, 2014 and renewing on July 1, 2015 and
July 1, 2016, subject to non - substantive changes approved by the
City Manager and City Attorney.
25C. ZUMBA INSTRUCTION SERVICES - Parks, Recreation & Community
Services Agency
MOTION:
1. AGMT NO. 2014 -109 - Authorize the City Manager and Clerk of the
Council to execute an amendment to the agreement with Maria
Maddock, increasing compensation from $25,000 to an amount not -
to- exceed $30,000, annually, subject to non - substantive changes
approved by the City Manager and the City Attorney.
2. AGMT NOS. 2014 -110 - Authorize the City Manager and Clerk of the
Council to execute a new agreement with Maria Maddock in an
amount not -to- exceed $30,000 for a one -year term with two one -year
options under the same terms and conditions, exercisable by the
City Manager, beginning July 1, 2014 and renewing on July 1, 2015
and July 1, 2016, subject to non -substantive changes approved by
the City Manager and City Attorney.
25D. AGMT NO. 2014 -111 - PROVIDE ELECTRONIC CITATION PROCESSING
SERVICES - Police Department
MOTION. Authorize the City Manager and the Clerk of the Council to
execute an agreement with the Integrated Law and Justice Agency for
Orange County (ILJAOC), in an amount not to exceed $406,413, for a
three -year period, subject to non - substantive changes approved by the
City Manager and City Attorney.
Councilmember Martinez thanked staff for bringing matter forward; matter
discussed at Economic Development Council Committee meeting.
MOTION: Award contract to the Irvine Company in an amount not to
exceed $50,000, subject to non - substantive changes approved by the
City Manager and City Attorney.
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MOTION: Martinez SECOND: Benavides
VOTE: AYES: Amezcua, Benavides, Martinez, Pulido, Reyna,
Sarmiento, Tinajero (7)
NOES: None (0)
ABSTAIN: None (0)
ABSENT: None (0)
MISCELLANEOUS - BUDGET
29A. CONSOLIDATED PLAN ANNUAL UPDATE OF FUNDING FROM VARIOUS
FORMULA GRANT ALLOCATION PROGRAMS THAT INCLUDE
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT (CDBG), HOME
INVESTMENT PARTNERSHIP GRANT (HOME) AND EMERGENCY
SOLUTIONS GRANT (ESG) BY THE U.S. DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING
AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT (HUD) - Community Development Agency
Community Redevelopment and Housing Commission approved
recommended action on April 16, 2014 by a vote of 5 -0 (Sandoval absent).
MOTION: Approve the 2014 -2016 Consolidated Plan Annual Update and
authorize the submittal to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban
Development.
LAND USE MATTERS
CONDITIONAL USE PERMITNARIANCES
31A. CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 2014 -04 TO ALLOW TYPES 4, 6 AND 23
ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE CONTROL LICENSES FOR CISMONTANE
BREWING AT 1409 EAST WARNER AVENUE, SUITES C AND D — EVAN
WEINBERG, APPLICANT - Planning and Building Agency
Planning Commission approved recommended action on April 14, 2014, by a
vote of 6 -0 (Nalle absent).
MOTION: Receive and file the staff report approving Conditional Use
Permit No. 2014 -04 as conditioned.
END OF CONSENT CALENDAR **
CITY COUNCIL MINUTES 13 MAY 6, 2014
BUSINESS CALENDAR ITEMS
RESOLUTIONS
55A. RESOLUTION PROPOSING AMENDMENT TO MANAGEMENT
CLASSIFICATION AND COMPENSATION PLAN - Personnel Services
Agency
MOTION: Adopt a resolution.
RESOLUTION NO. 2014 -020 - A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF SANTA ANA TO AMEND RESOLUTION NO. 91 -066 TO
AMEND THE BASIC COMPENSATION PLAN FOR CERTAIN
CLASSIFICATIONS OF EMPLOYMENT DESIGNATED AS
UNREPRESENTED EXECUTIVE MANAGEMENT
MOTION: Sarmiento SECOND: Martinez
VOTE: AYES: Amezcua, Benavides, Martinez, Pulido, Reyna,
Sarmiento, Tinajero (7)
NOES: None (0)
ABSTAIN: None (0)
ABSENT: None (0)
55B. RESOLUTION FOR TITLE VI PLAN APPROVAL AND SUBMITAL AS
REQUIRED TO SECURE THE AWARD TO PURCHASE TWO NEW
COMMPRESSED NATURAL GAS (CNG) SENIOR MOBILITY PROGRAM
VEHICLES (GRANT FUNDED WITH A MATCH REQUIREMENT OF 11.47 %)
Parks, Recreation & Community Services Agency
MOTION: Adopt a resolution.
RESOLUTION NO. 2014 -021 - A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF SANTA ANA APPROVING THE TITLE VI COMPLIANCE
PLAN AND AUTHORIZING ITS SUBMITTAL TO THE CALIFORNIA
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION FOR THE SENIOR MOBILITY
PROGRAM GRANT AWARD
MOTION: Martinez SECOND: Tinajero
VOTE: AYES: Amezcua, Benavides, Martinez, Pulido, Reyna,
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Sarmiento, Tinajero (7)
NOES: None (0)
ABSTAIN: None (0)
ABSENT: None (0)
55C. ITEM TAKEN OUT OF ORDER
55D. PROPOSED AMENDMENT TO CLASSIFICATION AND COMPENSATION
PLAN TO CHANGE ONE FULL -TIME JOB TITLE FROM SENIOR TRAFFIC
ENGINEER TO SENIOR TRANSPORTATION ENGINEER TO REFLECT
ACTIVE TRANSPORTATION AND MOBILITY DUTIES - Personnel Services
Agency
MOTION: Continue consideration of matter to the May 20, 2014 City
Council meeting.
MOTION: Martinez SECOND: Benavides
VOTE: AYES: Amezcua, Benavides, Martinez, Pulido, Reyna,
Sarmiento, Tinajero (7)
NOES: None (0)
ABSTAIN: None (0)
ABSENT: None (0)
55E. STREETCAR ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW PLAN AND COST
PARTICIPATION BY THE CITY FOR STREETCAR OPERATIONS — Public
Works Agency
Councilmember Sarmiento, requested staff continue strong public outreach
efforts.
Councilmember Martinez reiterated Councilmember Sarmiento's comments
about the importance of public outreach for this project and encouraged City
Manager David Cavazos to introduce himself to residents and the business
community as the Project Director.
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MOTION:
1. Approve the Environmental Review and Public Outreach Plan.
2. Adopt a resolution.
RESOLUTION NO. 2014 -022 - A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL
OF THE CITY OF SANTA ANA COMMITTING TO FINANCIALLY
SUPPORT THE SANTA ANA - GARDEN GROVE STREETCAR
PROJECT IN THE AMOUNT OF 10 PERCENT NET OF FAREBOX FOR
THE COST OF STREETCAR OPERATIONS
3. Concur with the Orange County Transportation Authority (OCTA) that
they become the lead agency to advance the streetcar project to
design, construction, and operations upon approval of the
environmental phase.
4. Designate the City Manager as the Project Director and City authority
to interact and provide direction to OCTA and to all related
consultants.
MOTION: Reyna SECOND: Benavides
VOTE: AYES: Amezcua, Benavides, Martinez, Pulido, Reyna,
Sarmiento, Tinajero (7)
NOES: None (0)
ABSTAIN: None (0)
ABSENT: None (0)
REPORTS
65A. APPROVAL OF FUNDS FOR THE FIVE -YEAR STRATEGIC PLAN - Finance
Management Services
Continued from the April 15, 2014 City Council meeting by a vote of 7 -0.
Councilmember Sarmiento introduced several adjustments to the
recommended funding allocations. After brief discussion, it was
recommended that any recommended changes be provided to City Manager.
MOTION: Continue consideration of matter to the May 20, 2014 City
Council Meeting.
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MOTION: Reyna SECOND: Sarmiento
VOTE: AYES: Amezcua, Benavides, Martinez, Pulido, Reyna,
Sarmiento, Tinajero (7)
NOES: None (0)
ABSTAIN: None (0)
ABSENT: None (0)
REVIEW AND ADOPTION OF THE 2014 STATE AND FEDERAL
LEGISLATIVE PLATFORM — City Manager's Office
Councilmember Martinez noted that Legislative Council Committee
considered the matter; thanked staff for effort in preparing Platform.
MOTION: Adopt the 2014 State and Federal Legislative Platform.
MOTION: Tinajero SECOND: Sarmiento
VOTE: AYES: Amezcua, Benavides, Martinez, Pulido, Reyna,
Sarmiento, Tinajero (7)
NOES: None (0)
ABSTAIN: None (0)
ABSENT: None (0)
PUBLIC HEARINGS
75A. PUBLIC HEARING — FINAL ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT REPORT NO.
2010 -01, AMENDMENT APPLICATION NO. 2014 -01 AND GENERAL PLAN
AMENDMENT NO. 2014 -01 FOR PARK VIEW AT TOWN AND COUNTRY
MANOR LOCATED AT 555 EAST MEMORY LANE — STEVE LAZARIAN,
APPLICANT - Planning and Building Agency
Planning Commission approved recommended action on April 14, 2014 by a
vote of 6 -0 (Nalle absent).
Legal Notice published in the Orange County Reporter April 25, 2014 and
notices mailed on April 24, 2014.
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Staff report presentation by Acting Planning and Building Exuecitve Director
Karen Haluza
Park View at Town and Country Manor Project at 555 E. Memory Lane
Town and Country Manor Background
Town and Country Manor is a non - profit organization licensed by the
State of California to provide independent living, assisted living and
skilled nursing in a continuum of care.
Originally entitled in May 1972 as a residential care facility for the
elderly.
An expansion for a skilled nursing wing was approved in 1989.
Project Description
Construction of a new 8 -story active - senior residential building
consisting of:
0 174 one and two- bedroom units
0 275 parking spaces located in a 3 -level subterranean structure
o Remodeled aquatic and wellness center
Site Plan
Existing site contains:
0 7 inter - connected buildings in a campus setting — 1, 2 and 3- stories
on an 8.3 acre site
o A chapel
o Outdoor pool
Environmental Impact Report
Draft EIR released in March 2010 with Planning Commission hearing
in April 2010.
EIR updated in 2012.
Response to comments addressed issues raised during public review
period.
Analyzed wide range of project impacts.
All impacts mitigated to a less than significant level.
General Plan and Zoning Amendment
The General Plan would be amended to extend the District Center land
use designation to include the project site.
A new Specific Development would be adopted for the site to allow for
the proposed project (SD -87).
Approval Process
Proposed project application was received in 2008.
An EIR was prepared for the project and released April 2010 and
updated in 2012.
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The Planning Commission held study sessions in August 2010,
September 2011 and March 2013.
Most recent community meeting held April 2014.
Planning Commission recommended approval April 14, 2014.
Project Conclusions
If approved, the project would:
Allow for the construction of an 8 -story, 174 -unit active- senior
residential facility.
Change the General Plan land use designation to District
Center.
Change the Zoning to Town and Country Specific Development
No. 87 (SD -87)
Recommended City Council Actions
Certify Environmental Impact Report No. 2010 -01 and approve the
Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Program.
Adopt a resolution approving General Plan Amendment No. 2014 -01.
Adopt an ordinance approving Amendment Application No. 2014 -01
SD -87).
Mayor Pulido opened the Public Hearing. There were no speakers and the
Hearing closed.
Councilmember Amezcua requested a 30 day continuance.
MOTION: Continue consideration of matter for 30 days, or June 3, 3014
City Council Meeting.
MOTION: Amezcua SECOND: Benavides
VOTE: AYES: Amezcua, Benavides, Martinez, Pulido, Reyna,
Sarmiento, Tinajero (7)
NOES: None (0)
ABSTAIN: None (0)
ABSENT: None (0)
CITY COUNCIL RECESSED AT 9:21 P.M. TO THE HOUSING AUTHORITY MEETING
AND RECONVENED AT 9:22 P.M. WITH SAME MEMBERS PRESENT.
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COMMENTS
90A. CITY MANAGER'S COMMENTS
City Manager Cavazos welcomed new Orange County Fire Authority Battalion
Chief, Devin Leonard as the Santa Ana Chief; commented on success of
Cinco de Mayo Festivities held over the weekend; and encouraged all to
attend "Bike to Work" event on Wednesday, May 7 h at 7 a.m. at the Santa
Ana Transportation Center train Depot.
90B. CITY COUNCILMEMBER COMMENTS
Councilmember Martinez:
Request meeting be adjourned in memory of Alonso Solorzano
Thanked staff for bringing forward 65B - City's first Legislative Platform;
includes process on letters of support and City Manager goals and
communication with lobbyist;
Thanked Acting Planning Director Karen Haluza for receiving Planning
Award by Southern California Association of Governments on the Triada
Project;
Bike -to- Work" event to be held tomorrow, May 7`h at 7 a.m. at the WORK
Center; raffling bicycles;
Thanked all mothers and recognized hard work and efforts as Mother's
Day approaches; and
City Manager to meet with the May Day Coalition group and provide the
Jail Profitability Report; requested that report and details regarding the
City's contract with ICE be brought forth to the Public Safety Council
Committee and /or the full Council.
Councilmember Sarmiento:
Congratulated Police Chief Rojas on appointment
Echoed comments regarding Cinco de Mayo event; well attended; and
Wished all a Happy Mother's Day; appreciate mom and wife.
Mayor Pro Tern Tinajero:
Happy Mother's Day to all;
Celebrate success and bright future of City — budget surplus, best tasting
water and many more successes in Downtown Santa Ana;
Recent article featured Segerstrom High School's baseball coach, Erasmo
Ramirez - developing students in the City; will be playing at Angel Stadium
on Friday at 3:30 p.m. against Orange; all should attend and support; and
Recognized the life and impact of former teacher, Michael Leigh and
request City Council adjourn in his memory.
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Councilmember Amezcua:
Thanked Parks, Recreation and Community Services Agency staff for
organizing another successful Cinco de Mayo event;
Reminded all to register to vote by May 19`h to participate in June Primary
Election;
Congratulated and welcomed Police Chief Rojas;
Thanked and recognized all teachers for making a difference in the life of
the youth in our community; and
Wished all mother's a Happy Mother's Day.
Councilmember Reyna:
Urged all to conserve water and buy drought resistant plants;
Attended Orange County Marathon over the weekend;
City's financial forecast looking good; in past City had separate recreation
and library departments; it is important to have recreational programs that
are separate and apart of educational programs; would like to have
programs separate in Strategic Plan;
Happy Mother's Day; and
Shop in Santa Anal
Councilmember Benavides:
Cinco de Mayo and Monthly Art Walk held over the weekend that were
both well attended
Welcomed new Police Chief, Carlos Rojas and Orange County Fire
Authority Division Chief, Devin Leonard;
Mother's Day weekend; recognized all mothers; and
Encouraged all to shop in Santa Ana
Mayor Pulido:
Recently went on tour of City on proposed Streetcar route; vision to
increase route to former SARTIC project;
Happy Mother's Day;
Adjourn in Memory of Alonso Solorzano and Michael Leigh.
Adjourn in Memory of
Alfonso Solorzano
and
Michael Leigh
ADJOURNED- 9:50 p.m. - The next meeting of the City Council is scheduled for
Tuesday, May 20, 2014 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.
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Maria D. Huizar,
Clerk of the Council
FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS
Street Car Project Locally Preferred Alignment
Harbor Blvd. Mixed -Use Plan
Solar Permit Fee Waiver
Dangerous and Abandoned Buildings
Proactive Rental Enforcement Program Renewal
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