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Councilmember Bacerra requested simple and broad ordinance language <br /> covering immigration enforcement activities to maintain community trust. <br /> Councilmember Phan expressed support for the item. <br /> Mayor Pro Tem Penaloza spoke in support of the item and requested clear <br /> definitions and language to ensure the ordinance is narrowly tailored and does <br /> not unintentionally restrict employment opportunities with unrelated federal <br /> agencies when the item is brought back. <br /> Mayor Amezcua inquired regarding SAPD's involvement with FBI and ICE <br /> involvement. <br /> Police Chief Rodriguez explained SAPD sometimes works with the FBI and not <br /> ICE. <br /> 23.Discuss and Consider Directing the City Manager, City Attorney, and City Clerk to <br /> Draft a Resolution Expressing the City of Santa Ana's Support for Assembly Bill 1537 <br /> (Bryan), the No Side Jobs for ICE Act, Which Would Close a Loophole in State Law <br /> by Prohibiting California Law Enforcement Officers from Working Secondary <br /> Employment with Federal Immigration Enforcement Agencies or Private Entities <br /> Engaged in Immigration Enforcement — Councilmember Benjamin Vazquez and <br /> Councilmember Johnathan Ryan Hernandez <br /> MINUTES: Councilmember Vazquez gave a brief presentation regarding drafting <br /> a resolution expressing the City's support for Assembly Bill 1537 (Bryan), the No <br /> Side Jobs for ICE Act, which would close a loophole in state law by prohibiting <br /> California law enforcement officers from working secondary employment with <br /> federal immigration enforcement agencies or private entities engaged in <br /> immigration enforcement. <br /> Mayor Amezcua inquired about the Santa Ana Police Department's (SAPD) <br /> uniform colors. <br /> Police Chief Robert Rodriguez explained how SAPD's uniforms differ in color <br /> and appearance from those of other agencies, such as border patrol and county <br /> officers, which helps distinguish departments and identify personnel roles. <br /> Councilmember Bacerra expressed support for the bill, however suggested <br /> proposing amendments to ensure there is no interference with officers serving <br /> in military reserve duties. <br /> Councilmember Hernandez spoke in support of the item. <br /> Mayor Pro Tem Penaloza echoed Councilmember Bacerra's comments. <br /> Councilmember Phan spoke in support of the item. <br /> Councilmember Lopez spoke in support of the item. <br /> CITY COUNCIL 16 MAY 19, 9096 <br /> City Council 5 — 40 6/2/2026 <br />