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City of Santa Ana, California
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February 15, 2022
CLOSED SESSION MEETING - 5:00 pm
REGULAR OPEN MEETING - 5:45 pm
(Immediately following the Closed Session Meeting)
CITY COUNCIL CHAMBER
22 Civic Center Plaza Santa Ana, CA 92701
CLOSED SESSION
CALL TO ORDER
ATTENDANCE Council Members
Mayor Pro Tern
Mayor
City Manager
City Attorney
Clerk of the Council
Johnathan Ryan Hernandez
Jessie Lopez
Nelida Mendoza
David Penaloza
Thai Viet Phan
Phil Bacerra
Vicente Sarmiento
Kristine Ridge
Sonia R. Carvalho
Daisy Gomez
MINUTES: Mayor Pro Tem Bacerra called the Closed Session meeting to order at 5:08
p.m.
ROLL CALL
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MINUTES: Clerk of the Council Daisy Gomez conducted roll call. All councilmembers
were present. Councilmember Hernandez joined the Closed Session meeting at 5:12
p.m. Councilmember Phan joined the Closed Session meeting at 5:14 p.m.
PUBLIC COMMENTS — Members of the public may address the City Council on Closed
Session Items.
MINUTES: No public comments on Closed Session items.
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:
A. Hudson Clay Victoria Royer, et al. v. Toyota Motor Corporation, et al., Orange
County Superior Court, Case No. 30-2019-01060146
2. CONFERENCE WITH LABOR NEGOTIATOR pursuant to Government Code Section
54957.6(a):
Agency Negotiators: Human Resources Executive Director, Jason Motsick
Employee Organizations: Santa Ana Police Officers Association (POA)
• Service Employees' International Union (SEIU) Part -
Time Non -Civil Service Employees
3. CONFERENCE WITH REAL PROPERTY NEGOTIATOR pursuant to Government
Code Section 54956.8:
Address of Properties:
A. 605 W. Santa Ana Blvd, Santa Ana CA 92702 Parcel No. 008-067-36
B. 1221 E. 3rd St. Santa Ana CA 92701 Parcel No. 398-385-05
C. 1222 E. 4th St. Santa Ana CA 92701 Parcel No. 398-385-03
D. 1225 E. 4th St. Santa Ana CA 92701 Parcel No. 398-385-04
E. 202 N. Grand Ave. Santa Ana CA 92701 Parcel No. 398-453-06
F. 1222 E. 3rd St. Santa Ana Ca 92701 Parcel No. 398-453-05
Negotiator: Kristine Ridge, City Manager
Negotiating with: State of California
Terms: Price and terms related to the possible acquisition/sale of real property
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CLOSED SESSION REPORT — The City Attorney will report on any action(s) to be taken at
the Regular Open Session which will begin immediately following the Closed Session.
PUBLIC COMMENTS — Members of the public may address the City Council on Closed
Session items.
MINUTES: No public comments on Closed Session items.
RECESS — City Council will recess to Closed Session for the purpose of conducting regular
City business.
MINUTES: Mayor Pro Tem Bacerra recessed the portion of the meeting to consider the
Closed Session items at 5.10 p.m.
RECONVENE — City Council will reconvene to continue regular City business.
MINUTES: Mayor Sarmiento adjourned Closed Session meeting at 6:12 p.m. and
convened to the Regular Open Session.
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CITY COUNCIL REGULAR OPEN SESSION
CALL TO ORDER
MINUTES: Mayor Sarmiento called the Regular Open Session meeting to order at 6.16
p.m.
ROLL CALL
MINUTES: Clerk of the Council conducted roll call. All councilmembers were present.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE Mayor Sarmiento
MINUTES: Councilmember Mendoza led the pledge of allegiance.
WORDS OF INSPIRATION Rupert Vega, Police Chaplain
CEREMONIAL PRESENTATIONS
1. Proclamation presented by Mayor Sarmiento to The G.R.E.E.N. Foundation in
Recognition of their Outstanding Contributions to the Community.
2. Certificate of Recognition presented by Mayor Pro Tern Bacerra to Little Onion
Mexican Restaurant in Recognition of their 50th Anniversary and Outstanding
Contributions to the Community.
MINUTES: After ceremonial presentation item 2 was heard, council considered
Supplemental item A.
3. Proclamation presented by Councilmember Hernandez declaring April 1, 2022 as
Helen Shipp Day.
MINUTES: Ceremonial Presentation item 3 taken out of order and presented after
item 1 followed by item 2.
STAFF PRESENTATIONS
4. COVID-19 Update in the Community
MINUTES: City Manager Kristine Ridge provided a brief presentation.
Council discussion ensued and input provided to staff.
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5. Solid Waste Agreement Update — Public Works Agency
MINUTES: Executive Director of Public Works Agency Nabil Saba provided a brief
presentation.
Council discussion ensued and direction provided to staff.
6. Feasibility of a Public Health Agency Update — City Manager's Office and Community
Development Agency
MINUTES: Health Management Associates representatives, Vice President John
Freeman and Senior Executive Christina Altmayer, provided a brief presentation to
solicit direction and feedback from council.
Council discussion ensued and direction provided.
CLOSED SESSION REPORT — The City Attorney will report on any action(s) from Closed
Session.
MINUTES: City Attorney Sonia Carvalho stated there was no reportable action.
PUBLIC COMMENT — Public comments will be held during the beginning of the meeting for
ALL comments on agenda and non -agenda items, except for public hearings. Comments for
public hearings will take place after the hearing is opened.
MINUTES: Adam Wood with the Building Industry Association spoke in opposition of item
25, the Housing Opportunity Ordinance.
Daniella Hernandez representative with America on Track spoke on flavored tobacco
ordinance ban.
Cecy Rivera representative with America Track urged council to take action on flavored
tobacco products.
Jennifer Grajeda America on Track representative urged council to take action on flavored
tobacco ordinance ban.
Lennyss Baheha America on Track representative urged council to take action on flavored
tobacco ordinance ban.
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John Hanna Southwest Regional Council of Carpenters representative spoke on item 25,
the Housing Opportunity Ordinance.
Hugo Cota America on Track representative spoke in support of of Tobacco ordinance
ban.
Clerk of the Council Daisy Gomez reported out on correspondence received.
Policy advocate and organizer with American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) Jennifer Rojas
expressed concern of item 27.
Communications Director of Chispa Hector Bustos spoke in opposition of item 27.
Victor Mendez spoke on item 27 and spoke in support of having a health strategy officer.
Organizing Director of Chispa Penelope Lopez expressed concern of item 27.
Kennedy Commission representative Daisy Cruz spoke on item 25, the Housing
Opportunity Ordinance.
Policy Director of Chispa Bulmaro "Boomer" Vicente spoke in support of item 25, the
Housing Opportunity Ordinance.
I CONSENT CALENDAR
RECOMMENDED ACTION: Approve staff recommendations on the following
Consent Calendar Items: 7 through 23.
7. Excused Absences
Department(s): Clerk of the Council Office
Recommended Action: Excuse the absent members.
8. Minutes from the Regular and Housing Authority Meetings of February 1, 2022
Department(s): Clerk of the Council Office
Recommended Action: Approve minutes.
9. Appoint Gary Wood nominated by Councilmember Phan as the Ward 1 representative
to the Personnel Board for a partial -term expiring December 10, 2024
Department(s): Clerk of the Council Office
Recommended Action: Appoint Gary Wood to the Personnel Board representing
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Ward 1.
10. Receive and File Quarterly Report of Investments as of December 31, 2021
Department(s): Finance and Management Services
Recommended Action: Receive and file.
11. Pension Debt Cost Savings Update
Department(s): Finance and Management Services
Recommended Action: Receive and file and the pension debt cost savings update.
12. City -Produced Special Events Update for Fiscal Year 2021-22 and Proposed Events
for Fiscal Year 2022-23
Department(s): Parks, Recreation, and Community Services
Recommended Action: Receive and file a report regarding City -produced events
scheduled for the remainder of Fiscal Year 2021-22 and proposed City -produced
special events for Fiscal Year 2022-23.
MINUTES: Council discussion ensued and input provided to staff.
Councilmember Phan provided comment for item 12 that she will be seeking an
addition of an event that is tailored to our Asian American community, specifically to
the Vietnamese community.
Councilmember Penaloza inquired about Fiestas Patrias and is in support of
Councilmember Phan's request.
City Manager Kristine Ridge asked council to reach out to her or directly to the
Executive Director of Parks, Community, and Recreational services for additional
feedback.
Received and filed.
13. Authorize Purchase Order Agreements with FieldTurf USA in the Amount of $582,462
to Replace and Maintain the Synthetic Turf Field at Eddie West Field for an Eight -Year
Period (Project 22-2752) (Non -General Fund)
Department(s): Public Works Agency
Recommended Action: 1. Authorize a purchase order with FieldTurf USA in the
amount of $535,762 to remove and replace the existing synthetic turf field at Eddie
West Field.
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2. Authorize purchase order with FieldTurf USA for maintenance of synthetic field,
FieldTurf "FieldCare", in the amount of $46,700, for an eight -year maintenance period.
14. Approve an Appropriation Adjustment and Increase the Contract Amount by $632,500
for an Existing Construction Contract with Nationwide General Construction Services,
for a Revised Estimated Project Delivery Cost of $3,296,357, for Santiago Park Gas
House (Project No. 15-2645) (Non -General Fund)
Department(s): Public Works Agency
Recommended Action: 1. Approve an appropriation adjustment to recognize prior -
year fund balance of $582,500 in the Residential Development District 2 Fund, Prior
Year Carry Forward revenue account, and appropriate the same amount into the
Residential Development District 2, Acquisition and Development, Improvements
Other Than Building expenditure account. (Requires five affirmative votes)
2. Approve an appropriation adjustment to recognize prior -year fund balance of
$50,000 in the Sanitary Sewer Capital Fund, Prior Year Carry Forward revenue
account, and appropriate the same amount into the Capital Recovery Charges,
Improvements Other Than Building expenditure account. (Requires five affirmative
votes)
3. Approve an amendment to the Project Cost Analysis to reflect the new amount of
$392,938.40 for contract administration, inspection and testing, and a $760,000
project contingency for unanticipated or unforeseen work, subject to non -substantive
changes approved by the City Manager and City Attorney.
4. Approve an amendment to the Fiscal Year 2021-22 Capital Improvement Program
in the amount of $632,500, which includes $82,500 in construction engineering funds
and $550,000 for construction contingency funds, for the Santiago Park Gas House
Project.
15. Approval of Historic Property Preservation Agreements
Department(s): Planning and Building Agency
Recommended Action: Authorize the City Manager or designee to execute the
attached Mills Act agreement with the below -referenced property owners for the
identified structure(s), subject to non -substantive changes approved by the City
Manager and City Attorney.
Property Owne* , Historic Property Preservation Agreement No.,
Address/House, Vote by HRC
1. Caroline La and Colin Donnelly, 2021-20, 2383 North Flower Street, 6:0:0:3
(Frazier, McLoughlin, and Shipp Absent) (Agreement No. 2022-XXX)
2. Andrew Dawson, 2021-21, 2445 North Park Blvd, 6:0:0:3 (Frazier, McLoughlin, and
Shipp Absent) (Agreement No. 2022-XXX)
3. Michelle Helvig, 2021-22, 2311 North Santiago Street, 6:0:0:3 (Frazier, McLoughlin,
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and Shipp Absent) (Agreement No. 2022-XXX)
4. Deanna Kashani and Behzad Samavati, 2021-23, 2397 North Flower Street,
6.0.0.3 (Frazier, McLoughlin, and Shipp Absent) (Agreement No. 2022-XXX)
MINUTES: This consent Item - Agreement Nos. 2022-018, 2022- 019, 2022- 020,
2022- 021 were approved.
16. Approve an Agreement with Data Ticket Inc. for Automated Parking Citation and
Processing Services for the Police Department in the amount of $1,269,648 (General
and Non -General Fund)
Department(s): Police Department
Recommended Action: Approve a three-year agreement with Data Ticket Inc. for
Automated Parking Citation Processing Services for the Police Department, for the
period of February 15, 2022 through February 14, 2025, with the option to extend the
agreement for two additional one-year terms, in an amount not to exceed $1,269,648,
including a five percent contingency ($60,459), subject to non -substantive changes
approved by the City Manager and City Attorney (Agreement No. 2022-XXX).
MINUTES: This consent Item - Agreement No. 2022-022 was approved.
17. Approve Agreements with Iteris, Inc., Fehr and Peers, and IBI Group, to Provide
Transportation and Traffic Engineering Services for up to a Three-year, Four -Month
Term in an Aggregate Amount not to Exceed $1,000,000 (Non -General Fund)
Department(s): Public Works Agency
Recommended Action: Authorize the City Manager to execute agreements with
Iteris, Inc, Fehr and Peers, and IBI Group, to provide transportation and traffic
engineering services for a three-year, four month term beginning February 15, 2022
and expiring June 25, 2025, with a provision for two, one-year extensions exercisable
by the City Manager and the City Attorney, in a total shared aggregate amount not to
exceed $1,000,000, subject to non -substantive changes approved by the City
Manager and City Attorney (Agreement No. 2022-XXX).
MINUTES: Councilmember Phan abstained herself from the Iteris agreement in
item 17 out of an abundance of caution.
This consent Item - Core Agreement No. 2022-023 was approved.
18. Approve Lease Amendment with Aldridge Electric, Inc. to Extend the Term Two Years
to February 19, 2024 with a One -Year Renewal Option, for a Total Amount of
$370,527 (Non -General Fund)
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Department(s): Public Works Agency
Recommended Action: Authorize the City Manager to execute a third amendment
to the site lease agreement with Aldridge Electric, Inc. for the rental of office space to
extend the lease for a two-year period from February 20, 2022 to February 19, 2024,
with a one-year renewal option, and increase the monthly rate to $10,361, for a total
amount of $370,527, subject to non -substantive changes approved by the City
Manager and City Attorney (Agreement No. 2022-XXX).
Moved by Councilmember Penaloza, seconded by Councilmember Mendoza
to Approved as amended without the one-year renewal option.
YES: 6 — Hernandez, Lopez, Mendoza, Penaloza, Bacerra, Sarmiento
NO: 0
ABSTAIN: 1 — Phan
ABSENT:0
Status: 6-0— 1 — 0 — Pass
MINUTES: Councilmember Phan abstained herself from item 18 out of an
abundance of caution.
Council discussion ensued and input provided to staff.
This consent Item - Agreement No. 2022-024 was approved.
19. Approve Agreements with Inter -Pacific, LEED Electric, Inc., and M. Brey Electric, Inc.
for On -Call Electrical Repair and Rehabilitation Services, for a Total Amount Not to
Exceed $6,000,000 for up to a Five -Year Term (Non -General Fund)
Department(s): Public Works Agency
Recommended Action: Authorize the City Manager to execute agreements with
Inter -Pacific, LEED Electric, Inc., and M. Brey Electric, Inc. to provide on -call electrical
repair and rehabilitation services, for a three-year period beginning February 15,
2022 and expiring February 14, 2025, with provisions for one, two-year renewal
period exercisable by the City Manager and City Attorney, with a shared aggregate
amount not to exceed of $6,000,000, subject to non -substantive changes approved by
the City Manager and City Attorney (Agreement No. 2022-XXX).
MINUTES: This consent Item — Core Agreement No. 2022-025 was approved.
20. Approve First Amendments to Legal Services Agreements with Lewis Brisbois
Bisgaard & Smith LLP and Everett Dorey LLP Establishing Total Agreement
Compensation and Expanding Scope (General Fund)
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Department(s): City Attorney Office
Recommended Action: 1. Authorize the Assistant City Manager to execute the First
Amendment to Legal Services Agreement with Lewis Brisbois Bisgaard & Smith LLP
increasing the total agreement compensation to $750,000 and increasing the scope
of services to include additional pending litigation subject to non -substantive changes
approved by Assistant City Manager and Chief Assistant City Attorney; and
(Agreement No. 2022-XXX)
2. Authorize the Assistant City Manager to execute the First Amendment to Legal
Services Agreement with Everett Dorey LLP increasing the total agreement
compensation to $400,000 and increasing the scope of services to include additional
pending litigation subject to non -substantive changes approved Assistant City
Manager and Chief Assistant City Attorney (Agreement No. 2022-XXX).
MINUTES: This consent Item - Agreement Nos. 2022-026, 2022- 027 were
approved.
21. Agreement with IPS Group, Inc. for Modem Upgrade and Warranty for Smart Meters
with Credit Card -Enabled Function (Non -General Fund)
Department(s): Community Development Agency
Recommended Action: Authorize the City Manager to execute an agreement with
IPS Group, Inc. for smart meter data management, modem upgrades, extended
warranty, and sensors for a five-year term with an option of two one-year extensions,
from February 15, 2022 to February 14, 2027, in an amount not to exceed $300,000,
subject to non -substantive changes approved by the City Manager and City Attorney
(Agreement No. 2022-XXX).
MINUTES: This consent Item - Agreement No. 2022-028 was approved.
22. Approve Increase in Spending Capacity with Dyer 18 LLC for Unforeseen Tenant
Improvement Costs Relating to the Homeless Navigation Center (Non -General Fund)
Department(s): Community Development Agency
Recommended Action: Authorize the City Manager to increase spending capacity
with Dyer 18, LLC for tenant improvements at the Homeless Navigation Center, in the
amount of $2,000,000.
MINUTES: Councilmember Phan abstained herself from item 22 out of an
abundance of caution.
23. Consider Approving the Continued Use of Teleconferencing for Meetings of City
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Council and All Boards, Committees, and Commissions Pursuant to the Provisions of
Assembly Bill 361
Department(s): Clerk of the Council Office
Recommended Action: Resolution No. 2022-XXX — Adopt a resolution to consider
continuing the use of teleconferencing for City Council, board, committee, and
commission meetings pursuant to the provisions of Assembly Bill 361 for the next 30
days.
MINUTES: This consent Item - Resolution No. 2022-015 was approved.
MINUTES: Councilmember provided comment for item 12 that she will be seeking an
addition of an event that is tailored to our Asian American community, specifically to the
Vietnamese community.
Moved by Mayor Pro Tern Bacerra, seconded by Councilmember Penaloza to
Approve Consent Calendar items 7 through 23 with the exception of 12 and 18.
Councilmember Phan abstained herself from the Iteris agreement in item 17, item 18
and item 22 out of an abundance of caution..
YES: 7 — Hernandez, Lopez, Mendoza, Penaloza, Phan, Bacerra, Sarmiento
NO: 0
ABSTAIN: 0
ABSENT:0
Status: 7-0-0-0— Pass
**END OF CONSENT CALENDAR**
I BUSINESS CALENDAR
24. Proposed License Agreement between the City of Santa Ana and Santa Ana Unified
School District for use of Memorial Park Parking Lot
Continued from the February 1, 2022 City Council meeting.
MINUTES: City Manager Kristine Ridge provided a brief presentation.
Council discussion ensued and Washington Elementary School Principal Steve
Bayouk supported use of parking by public.
Executive Director of Parks, Recreation, and Community Agency Lisa Rudloff
addressed council regarding use of parking lot.
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This Business Item - Agreement No. 2022-029 was approved.
Moved by Councilmember Penaloza, seconded by Councilmember Mendoza
to Approve.
YES: 7 — Hernandez, Lopez, Mendoza, Penaloza, Phan, Bacerra, Sarmiento
NO: 0
ABSTAIN: 0
ABSENT:0
Status: 7-0-0-0— Pass
25. Adopt Ordinance No. NS-XXXX —ZONING ORDINANCE AMENDMENT NO. 2021-
03 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA ANA
REPEALING AND REENACTING IN ITS ENTIRETY ARTICLE XVIII.I. OF CHAPTER
41 OF THE SANTA ANA MUNICIPAL CODE REGARDING THE HOUSING
OPPORTUNITY ORDINANCE
First reading at the November 16, 2021 City Council meeting and approved by a vote
of 4-2 (Mendoza, Penaloza dissented and Bacerra abstained).
Published in the Orange County Reporter on November 26, 2021.
Continued from the December 7, 2021, December 21, 2021 and January 18, 2022
City Council meetings.
MINUTES: Councilmember Phan recused herself from item 25 due to a conflict of
interest and out an abundance of caution.
Councilmember Bacerra abstained from item 25.
City Attorney Carvalho addressed council regarding SA City Charter Section 4-10
requiring a majority of the full membership of the council which is consistent with the
California Government Code 36936. Thus, four affirmative votes of the majority of
the full membership of the council are needed to pass the ordinance.
City Attorney Carvalho addressed council regarding a recusal versus an abstention.
Councilmember Lopez requested City Attorney Carvalho provide sample language
for ordinance regarding abstentions counting towards the majority vote.
No action taken as vote failed.
Mayor Sarmiento inquired if item would be brought back as a first reading or second
reading after FPPC has opined.
City Attorney Carvalho noted there was no action as the vote failed tonight and
provided council with options. Addressed council's various questions.
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City Manager Kristine Ridge noted the item can return back with an introduction and
a second reading.
Moved by Councilmember Lopez, seconded by Councilmember Hernandez to
Approve.
YES: 3 — Hernandez, Lopez, Sarmiento
NO: 2 — Mendoza, — Penaloza
ABSTAIN: 2 — Phan, — Bacerra
ABSENT:0
Status: 3-2-2-0— Fail
**END OF BUSINESS CALENDAR**
PUBLIC HEARINGS
PUBLIC COMMENTS — Members of the public may address the City Council on Public
Hearing items.
26. Public Hearing - Final Recirculated Program Environmental Impact Report No. 2020-
03 and General Plan Amendment No. 2020-06 for Santa Ana General Plan Update
Legal Notice published in the Orange County Reporter on November 26, 2021 and
notices mailed on November 19, 2021.
Continued from the December 7, 2021, December 21, 2021 and January 18, 2022
City Council meetings.
MINUTES: Councilmember Phan recused herself from item 26 due to a conflict of
interest and out an abundance of caution.
Mayor Sarmiento opened the public hearing at 10:26 p.m.
Mayra Ruiz expressed concern that her business will be affected by the General
Plan.
Government Affairs Representative/ Special Counsel at Southwest Regional
Council of Carpenters John Hanna is in support of holding off on voting.
Renee Lancaster with the NOVA Academy Early College High School expressed
concern of the safety and well being of the students. Asked council to look closely at
the zoning.
Juanita Lee with the NOVA Academy Early College High School expressed
concern of the safety and well being of the students.
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Administrative Director with the NOVA Academy Early College High
School Melissa Mier spoke on the on -going construction occurring in front of the
school. Expressed concern with additional long-term construction. Requested from
council to put safety first when considering the General Plan.
Clerk of the Council, Daisy Gomez, reported out on correspondence received.
Director of Orange County Environmental Justice Patricia Flores Yrarrazaval spoke
on lead contamination. Asked council to vote against the item until the concerns are
addressed.
Executive Director of Chispa Hairo Cortez discussed environmental impacts that
need to be addressed in the General Plan.
Jose Rea of the Madison Park Neighborhood Association spoke in opposition of
the General Plan and noted the need to address environmental justice issues.
Karen Romero Estrada part of the Rise Up Willowick Coalition noted that the
General Plan does not address the issues residents have asked be
addressed. Also, expressed concerns with item 27.
Luis Sarmiento program director for Community Land Trust Thrive Santa Ana
echoed prior comments regarding many issues that have not been addressed in
the General Plan. Asked council to oppose the item.
Jabari Brown attorney with the Environmental Law Clinic commenting in support of
Madison Park Neighborhood Association and the Orange County Environmental
Justice position spoke in opposition of the approval of the General Plan.
Kayla Asato spoke in support of postponing adoption of the General Plan.
Council discussion ensued and input provided to staff.
Mayor Sarmiento noted he is not prepared to move forward tonight. Requested
Executive Director of Planning and Building Agency Minh Thai to provide summary
of item. Noted he will support a continuance to allow organizations provide
solutions. Also noted plans to create an ad hoc committee to address
environmental justice issues.
Mayor Pro Tem Bacerra not supportive of continuing the item.
Councilmember Lopez in support of continuing the item. Asked organization to
reach out to all Councilmembers and provide policy solutions that they would like to
see. Expressed to staff that there must be green space. Noted that we have a
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legitimate complaint regarding lead contamination that needs to be addressed.
Councilmember Penaloza motioned to approve recommended action as is.
Seconded by Councilmember Mendoza.
Mayor Pro Tem Bacerra requested a friendly amendment to the substitute motion.
Councilmembers Penaloza and Mendoza accepted amendments to the substitute
motion. No action taken as vote failed.
Mayor Sarmiento closed the public hearing at 11:31 p.m.
Mayor Sarmiento's motion directed staff to accept comments, that is
amendments, provided by council. Councilmember Hernandez supported. No
action taken as vote failed.
Moved by Mayor Sarmiento, seconded by Councilmember Hernandez to
Continue to the next meeting to receive additional amendment(s) and
consider for adoption. Should staff not be able to have it completed in time,
then it will be continued on staff's direction.
YES: 3 — Hernandez, Councilmember, — Lopez, Councilmember, — Sarmiento, Mayor
NO: 3 — Mendoza, Councilmember, — Penaloza, Councilmember, — Bacerra, Mayor
Pro Tern
ABSTAIN: 1 — Phan, Councilmember
ABSENT:0
Status: 3-3— 1 — 0 — Fail
Moved by Councilmember Penaloza, seconded by Councilmember Mendoza
to Substitute motion with amendments:
1. Policy PS2.7 amend "maintain" to "increase" to add the words "as
resources become available to the end of that policy.
2. In the mobility element delete the proposed policy M-2.1 and replace with
the following "Support CalTrans and OCTA efforts to improve freeway
safety while addressing impacts to neighborhoods" and amend policy
M-2.2 to read "Support OCTA, CalTrans and other regional and local
transportation providers to enhance existing transit services in order to
provide residents, workers and visitors with safe, affordable, accessible,
convenient, reliable and attractive transit services."
3. Under Goal M4 on page M-16 Policy M-4.5 Land Use Development
Design amend to read "Ensure that building placement and design
features create a desirable and active street scape by prioritizing
pedestrian access directly from the street and placing parking lots to the
rear of the development site."
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4. Lastly, on the Mobility Element, Implementation Action 1.2 amended to
read "Coordinate with external agencies to ensure the OCTA Master Plan
of Arterial Highways accommodates current and future demand for all
users while prioritizing the safety of people utilizing non -automobile
modes of transportation."
5. In the Open Space Element on page OS-1 should state, "Identify,
preserve and add open space areas."
6. In regards to ratio of parkland, Policy OS-1.3 as well as Implementation
Action 1.6 on page OS-17 revised to three acres of parkland per 1000
residents.
7. On the Safety Element the timeframe for Implementation Action 2.4
should be amended to ongoing.
8. Also Implementation Action 2.5 should also have its timeframe changed
to ongoing.
9. Within Goal S2 there should be an implementation added that
establishes a permanent Environmental Justice staff person
YES: 3 — Mendoza, Councilmember, — Penaloza, Councilmember, — Bacerra, Mayor
Pro Tern
NO: 3 — Hernandez, Councilmember, — Lopez, Councilmember, — Sarmiento, Mayor
ABSTAIN: 1 — Phan, Councilmember
ABSENT:0
Status: 3-3— 1 — 0 — Fail
COUNCILMEMBER REQUESTED ITEMS
27. Discuss and Consider Directing City Manager to Direct Staff to Explore Options to
Implement a Campaign Against Crime — Councilmember Mendoza
MINUTES: Councilmember Mendoza asked for support to direct staff to research
and analyze ways to be more assertive in combating increasing crime rate.
Councilmember Hernandez supports a public/mental health campaign.
Mayor Pro Tem Bacerra supports Police Department to work with community.
Councilmember Phan not supportive of item.
Councilmember Penaloza expressed support of Councilmember Hernandez's
campaign. Recommends that it be considered by the Public Safety Committee.
Mayor Sarmiento supports working as a community to address these issues.
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City Manager Ridge confirmed direction on educational campaign to address
underline issues.
CITY MANAGER COMMENTS
MINUTES: None.
COUNCIL COMMENTS
A131234 DISCLOSURE — If the City paid for travel or other expenses this is the time for
members of the Council to provide a brief oral report on attendance of any regional board or
commission meeting or any conference, meeting or event attended.
MINUTES: Councilmember Hernandez thanked members of the community who attended
meeting to engage the council. Commented on Black History Month and the impacts of
Black history in Santa Ana. Commented on the Civil Rights Movement.
Councilmember Lopez wished everyone a belated Valentine's Day. Spoke on the
announcement of Ron Ono's upcoming retirement and wished his the best in his
retirement.
Councilmember Mendoza thanked everyone who provided public comment. Announced
invitation by Comite Mexicano Civico Patriotico to attend event celebrating
82"d anniversary of the Mexican flag. Congratulated Ron Ono on his retirement and
thanked him for his loyalty and dedication to the city. Congratulated Chief of Police on
great PAAL program and is looking forward to having more centers in our city. Happy
Presidents' Day.
Councilmember Penaloza wished everyone a good night.
Councilmember Phan wished everyone a Happy Black History month. Commented on
Civil Rights Movement. Attended Tet Parade and Festival and is hopeful that the Black
History Parade return to Santa Ana.
Mayor Pro Tem Bacerra announced monthly office hours. Congratulated Ron Ono on his
retirement and thanked him for his service.
Mayor Sarmiento congratulated Rams from Russell Elementary School and thanked them
for having him attend the school. Requested a recognition in honor of Ron Ono's
retirement.
ADJOURNMENT — Adjourn the City Council meeting.
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2. Housing Element Update
3. Billboard Ordinance Update
4. Cannabis Ordinance Update
5. Proposition 218 Solid Waste Rates Public Hearing
MINUTES: Mayor Sarmiento adjourned the City Council meeting on Wednesday,
February 16, 2022 at 12:12 a.m.
SUPPLEMENTAL ITEM
STAFF PRESENTATIONS
A. Orange County Transportation Authority Update (Posted 2-11-2022)
MINUTES: Orange County Transportation Authority (OCTA) representative Program
Manager Ross Lew and Community Relations Officer Tresa Oliveri provided an
update regarding the Orange County Streetcar project.
PUBLIC COMMENTS ON SUPPLEMENTAL ITEM A:
Delialah Snell spoke on item A and requested increased signage and assistance to
ease the burden that downtown businesses and the community are facing as a result
of the Orange County Streetcar Project.
Downtown Inc. manager Ryan Smolar spoke on item A requesting assistance to
improve the situation.
Marcela Rodriguez spoke on item A and requested an economic stimulus plan to
assist local businesses during the Orange County Streetcar Project.
Bridal shops representative Minerva Alvarez spoke on item A and requested
financial assistance for local businesses during the the Orange County Streetcar
Project.
Maria Perez spoke on item A and requested lassistance for local businesses during
the the Orange County Streetcar Project.
Juliet Castro spoke on item A and requested assistance for local businesses during
the the Orange County Streetcar Project.
Alfredo Bolanes spoke on item A and requested assistance for local businesses
during the the Orange County Streetcar Project.
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Bill Trette spoke on item A and expressed concerns with the timeline of the Orange
County Streetcar Project.
Guadalupe Barragan spoke on item A and thanked Mayor Sarmiento,
Councilmember Hernandez and Congressman Lou Correa for their support. Noted
that they have been affected by the Orange County Streetcar Project.
Ana Laura Padilla spoke on item A and expressed the hardship local businesses
have experienced due to the Orange County Streetcar Project. Requested
assistance with parking and an economic stimulus plan to help local businesses.
Austin Collins opined that the local business need assistance during the Orange
County Streetcar Project.
Victor Mendez expressed concerns with the Orange County Streetcar Project.
Director of the Frida Cinema Logan Crow requested help and expressed concerns
with signage and parking during the Orange County Streetcar Project.
Renee Lancaster with NOVA Academy Early College High School expressed
concern with safety during the Orange County Streetcar Project.
Council discussion ensued and direction provided to OCTA representatives.
Councilmember Lopez requested an update based on requests made at tonight's
meeting to address: overnight construction, private security, and signage.
Mayor Sarmiento clarified that the Youth Ride Free program is now a permanent
program. Asked OCTA representatives to perform outreach other than social media
as many of the legacy businesses do not have an email or a website. Use of flyers,
old print press, and radio are resources to be used. Also, asked that the
representative reach out to the contractor regarding accelerating the project. Added
that they will be working closely with OCTA, the County on funding many of the items.
Thanked staff for working immediately on a Business Interruption Assistance
program, which is stimulus directly to the merchants. Noted this would be a
campaign opportunity for the entire city to "Shop Downtown".
After supplemental item A was hear, council considered item 4, COVID-19 update in
the community.
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