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CITY COUNCIL 1 June 06, 2023
DRAFT Minutes of the Regular Meeting of
the City Council
City of Santa Ana,
California
June 06, 2023
CLOSED SESSION MEETING – 5:00 P.M.
REGULAR OPEN MEETING – 5:45 P.M.
(Immediately following the Closed Session Meeting)
CITY COUNCIL CHAMBER
22 Civic Center Plaza, Santa Ana, CA 92701
CLOSED SESSION
CALL TO ORDER
MINUTES: Mayor Amezcua called the Closed Session meeting to order at 5:17 P.M.
ATTENDANCE Council Members Phil Bacerra
Johnathan Ryan Hernandez
David Penaloza
Thai Viet Phan
Benjamin Vazquez
Mayor Pro Tem Jessie Lopez
Mayor Valerie Amezcua
City Manager Kristine Ridge
City Attorney Sonia R. Carvalho
City Clerk Jennifer L. Hall
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ROLL CALL
MINUTES: City Clerk Jennifer L. Hall conducted roll call.
Councilmembers Penaloza, Phan, and Vazquez, Mayor Pro Tem Lopez, and Mayor
Amezcua were present. Councilmember Hernandez joined the meeting during Closed
Session.
Councilmember Bacerra was absent.
ADDITIONS\DELETIONS TO CLOSED SESSION
MINUTES: None.
Councilmember Phan reported a recusal on Closed Session Item No. 01 as Dyer 18,
LLC is a client of her employer Rutan & Tucker.
PUBLIC COMMENTS – Members of the public may address the City Council on Closed
Session items.
MINUTES: No public comments were received regarding Closed Session items.
RECESS – City Council will recess to Closed Session for the purpose of conducting
regular City business.
MINUTES: Mayor Amezcua recessed to consider the Closed Session items at 5:21
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:
A. City of Santa Ana v. Dyer 18 LLC, Orange County Superior Court, Case No.
30- 2022-01248172
B. City of Santa Ana v. Dyer 18 LLC, United States District Court, Case No.
8:22-cv- 00433
2. CONFERENCE WITH LABOR NEGOTIATOR pursuant to Government Code Section
54957.6(a):
Agency Negotiators: Jason Motsick, Human Resources Executive
Director Employee Organizations:
Santa Ana Police Officers Association (POA)
RECONVENE – City Council will reconvene to continue regular City business.
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CITY COUNCIL REGULAR OPEN SESSION
CALL TO ORDER
MINUTES: Mayor Amezcua called the Regular City Council meeting to order at 5:57
P.M.
ATTENDANCE Council Members
Mayor Pro Tem
Phil Bacerra
Johnathan Ryan Hernandez
David Penaloza
Thai Viet Phan
Benjamin Vazquez
Jessie Lopez
Mayor Valerie Amezcua
City Manager
City Attorney
City Clerk
Kristine Ridge
Sonia R. Carvalho
Jennifer Hall
ROLL CALL
MINUTES: City Clerk Jennifer L. Hall conducted roll call.
Councilmembers Bacerra (arrived at 6:05 P.M.) Hernandez, Penaloza, Phan, and
Vazquez, Mayor Pro Tem Lopez, and Mayor Amezcua were present.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE Boy Scout Troop 132
WORDS OF INSPIRATION Pastor Matt Doan, Calvary Church Santa Ana
ADDITIONS\DELETIONS TO THE AGENDA
MINUTES: City Clerk Jennifer Hall reported that an updated agenda was posted on May
31, 2023 to standardize the print, PDF, and HTML versions of the agenda and to note
that approval of the budget requires five affirmative votes.
CEREMONIAL PRESENTATIONS
1. Proclamation presented by Mayor Pro Tem Lopez to Moms Demand Action
declaring June 2, 2023, as National Gun Violence Awareness Day.
2. Proclamation presented by Councilmember Phan to Da Màu Foundation declaring
June 2023, as National Immigrant Heritage Month.
CLOSED SESSION REPORT
MINUTES: City Attorney Carvalho stated there was nothing to report.
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PUBLIC COMMENT – Public comments will be held during the beginning of the meeting
for ALL comments on agenda and non-agenda items, with the exception of public hearings.
Comments for public hearings will take place after the hearing is opened.
MINUTES: At 6:19 P.M., Public Comments were heard.
City Clerk Jennifer L. Hall reported out the summary of email comments received: seven
(7) non-agenda comments and two (2) comments regarding Agenda Item No. 51.
The following speakers addressed Council via teleconference:
1. Linda spoke in support of a citywide low cost trap, neuter, and release program.
2. Debbie Hamell spoke in support of a citywide low cost trap, neuter, and return
program.
3. Anne Gildersleeve spoke in support of a citywide low cost trap, neuter, and return
program.
4. Adrianne Henderson spoke in support of a citywide low cost trap, neuter, and return
program.
5. Deanna Schapiro, Second Chance Pet Adoption, spoke in support of a low cost trap,
neuter, and return program.
6. Meredith Kirby, Orange County Community Cats spoke in support of a low cost trap,
neuter, and return program.
7. Lorena Bursiaga spoke in support of a low cost trap, neuter, and return program.
The following speakers addresses Council in-person.
8. Cathy Green spoke of her goals as Orange County Water District President.
9. Ernesto Medrano opposed staff’s recommendation for Item 51 and requested Council
adopt the Los Angeles and Orange County Building Trade’s recommendation.
10. Kenneth Williams spoke in opposition to staff’s recommendation for Item 51 and
requested Council adopt the Los Angeles and Orange County Building Trade’s
recommendation.
11. Doug Mangione opposed staff’s recommendation for Item 51 and requested Council
adopt the Los Angeles and Orange County Building Trade’s recommendation.
12. Tony Flores spoke on behalf of Assembly Member Avellino Valencia in support of Agenda
Item No. 51.
13. Haitham Awainela requested Council adopt the Los Angeles and Orange County Building
Trade’s recommendation.
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14. Lindsey A. provided comments on the building trade and union workers.
15. David Suarez provided comments regarding additional dueling units and short-term
rentals.
16. Brian Germain, Sheet Metal Workers 105, requested Council reject staff’s
recommendation for Agenda Item No. 51 and adopt the Los Angeles and Orange County
Building Trade’s recommendation.
17. Luis Aleman requested Council reject staff’s recommendation for Agenda Item No. 51
and adopt the Los Angeles and Orange County Building Trade’s recommendation.
18. John Hanna spoke in support of the Los Angeles and Orange County Building Trade’s
recommendation
19. Tony de Trinidad requested Council reject staff’s recommendation for Agenda Item No.
51. and approve the Los Angeles and Orange County Building Trade’s recommendation.
20. Carolyn Reyes provided comments in support of Nellie LeGaspe.
21. Leslie Gutierrez spoke on behalf of Nati Alvarado and requested continued funding for
the non-profit Neutral Ground.
22. Dale Helvig provided comments on D-Day and spoke in remembrance of those who
served in World War II.
23. Fernando Delgado provided comments on transgender rights, the Ward 3 recall election,
and youth services.
24. Tina Davidson, president of the Santa Ana Historical Preservation Society, provided
comments on the Dr. Willella Howe-Waffle House.
25. Laura Morfin requested Council’s assistance with the homeless issue in the Santiago
Springs community.
26. Derek Smith requested Council reject staff’s recommendation on Agenda Item No. 51
and approve the Los Angeles and Orange County Building Trade’s recommendation.
27. Roger Chavez provided comments regarding the Neutral Ground Boxing Club and
requested continued funding for the non-profit Neutral Ground.
28. Nellie LeGaspe provided comments on Indigenous Peoples’ Day.
29. Heidi Lucero provided comments on Lupe Lopez and spoke in support of Nellie LeGaspe.
30. Louie Medina provided comments in support of Nellie LeGaspe.
31. Bulmaro Vicente provided comments regarding the Police Oversight Commission
nominee Evangeline Gawronski.
32. Mrs. Cameron provided comments regarding Orange County Housing Authority member
James Mai.
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33. Jessica Cogill provided comments in support of Nellie LeGaspe.
MINUTES: At 7:36 P.M., Mayor Amezcua considered the agenda out of order and
heard Item No. 51 prior to the Consent Calendar.
51. Approve Proposed Community Workforce Agreement (CWA) with the Los
Angeles/Orange Counties Building and Construction Trades Council and the
Signatory Craft Councils and Unions
Department(s): Public Works Agency
Recommended Action: Authorize the City Manager to execute the Community
Workforce Agreement with the Los Angeles/Orange Counties Building and
Construction Trades Council and the Signatory Craft Councils and Unions for Public
Works Construction Contracts over the recommended thresholds of $2,500,000 and
Specialty Contracts over $1,000,000, for a ten-year term beginning June 6, 2023
and ending June 6, 2033, subject to non-substantive changes approved by the City
Manager and the City Attorney (Agreement No. 2023-114).
MINUTES: Mayor Amezcua moved to amend Section 2.2.1 to $750,000 and
Section 2.2.2 to $100,000.
Councilmember Bacerra requested the following amendments:
In Section 2.2 add the following language: “As project work covered by this
agreement for any affordable housing projects that receive City funds.’
Replace the California Construction Cost Index (CCCI) with annual reports
to the City Council
Councilmember Phan requested a five-year Community Workforce Agreement.
MOTION: Mayor Amezcua moved to approve the agreement with the following
amendments: Section 2.2.1 to $750,000, Section 2.2.2 to $100,000, including
affordable housing projects that receive City funding, and using annual
reports to City Council in lieu of the California Construction Cost Index (CCCI),
seconded by Councilmember Hernandez.
The motion carried, 7-0, by the following roll call vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSTAIN:
ABSENT:
COUNCILMEMBER BACERRA, COUNCILMEMBER
HERNANDEZ, COUNCILMEMBER PENALOZA,
COUNCILMEMBER PHAN, COUNCILMEMBER VAZQUEZ,
MAYOR PRO TEM LOPEZ, MAYOR AMEZCUA
NONE
NONE
NONE
Status: 7 – 0 – Pass
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RECOMMENDED ACTION: Approve staff recommendations on the following
Consent Calendar Items: 3 through 50.
MINUTES: At 7:51 P.M., the Consent Calendar was considered.
Councilmember Hernandez pulled Item No. 06, Councilmember Phan pulled Item No.
10, and Councilmember Penaloza pulled Item No. 25 for separate discussion and
consideration.
Mayor Amezcua requested a brief comment on Agenda Item Nos. 42, 43 , and 47.
MOTION: Councilmember Hernandez moved to approve staff recommendations
on the following Consent Calendar Items: 3 through 30 with the exception of
Agenda Item Nos. 6, 10, and 25, seconded by Mayor Amezcua.
The motion carried, 7-0, by the following roll call vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSTAIN:
ABSENT:
COUNCILMEMBER BACERRA, COUNCILMEMBER HERNANDEZ,
COUNCILMEMBER PENALOZA, COUNCILMEMBER PHAN,
COUNCILMEMBER VAZQUEZ, MAYOR PRO TEM LOPEZ, MAYOR
AMEZCUA
NONE
NONE
NONE
Status: 7 – 0 – Pass
3. Excused Absences
Department(s): City Clerk’s Office
Recommended Action: Excuse the absent members.
4. Minutes from the Special Closed Session and Regular Meeting of November 1,
2022.
Department(s): City Clerk’s Office
Recommended Action: Approve minutes.
5. Appoint Amalia Mejia Nominated by Councilmember Hernandez as the Ward 5
Representative to the Police Oversight Commission for a Full-Term Expiring
December 10, 2024
Department(s): City Clerk’s Office
Recommended Action: Appoint Amalia Mejia to the Police Oversight Commission
as the Ward 5 representative and administer the Oath of Office. (Pursuant to SAMC
Sec. 2-326(a) requires five affirmative votes)
MINUTES: Councilmember Hernandez administered the Oath of Office to Amalia
Mejia.
CONSENT CALENDAR
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6. Appoint Evangeline Gawronski Nominated by Councilmember Penaloza as the
Ward 6 Representative to the Police Oversight Commission for a Full-Term
Expiring December 8, 2026
Department(s): City Clerk’s Office
Recommended Action: Appoint Evangeline Gawronski to the Police Oversight
Commission as the Ward 6 representative and administer Oath of Office.
MINUTES: Councilmember Hernandez moved to continue Item No. 6, seconded by
Councilmember Vazquez.
Councilmember Penaloza made a substitute motion to approve the recommended
action, seconded by Mayor Amezcua.
MOTION: Councilmember Hernandez moved to continue the item, seconded
by Councilmember Vazquez.
SUBSTITUTE MOTION: Councilmember Penaloza moved to approve the
recommended action for Agenda Item No. 6, seconded by Mayor Amezcua.
The substitute motion carried, 4-3, by the following roll call vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSTAIN:
ABSENT:
COUNCILMEMBER BACERRA, COUNCILMEMBER
PENALOZA, COUNCILMEMBER PHAN, MAYOR AMEZCUA
COUNCILMEMBER HERNANDEZ, COUNCILMEMBER
VAZQUEZ, MAYOR PRO TEM LOPEZ
NONE
NONE
Status: 4 – 3 – Pass
MINUTES: City Clerk Jennifer L. Hall administered the Oath of Office to Evangeline
Gawronski.
7. Appoint Martha Rivera Nominated by Councilmember Penaloza as the Ward 6
Representative to the Arts and Culture Commission for a Full-Term Expiring
December 8, 2026
Department(s): City Clerk’s Office
Recommended Action: Appoint Martha Rivera to the Arts and Culture Commission
as the Ward 6 representative and administer Oath of Office.
MINUTES: City Clerk Jennifer L. Hall administered the Oath of Office to Martha
Rivera.
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8. Appoint Mark S. McLoughlin Nominated by the Santa Ana Chamber of
Commerce to the Environmental and Transportation Advisory Commission
(ETAC) as the Santa Ana Chamber of Commerce Representative for a Term
Expiring June 8, 2027.
Department(s): City Clerk’s Office
Recommended Action: Appoint Mark S. McLoughlin to the Environmental and
Transportation Commission as the Santa Ana Chamber of Commerce representative
and administer the Oath of Office.
MINUTES: City Clerk Jennifer L. Hall administered the Oath of Office to Mark S.
McLoughlin.
9. Receive and File Quarterly Report of Contracts up to $50,000 for Non-Public
Works and up to $250,000 for Public Works Authorized by the City Manager as
Permitted by Charter Section 421
Department(s): Finance and Management Services
Recommended Action: Receive and file Quarterly Report of Contracts entered into
between January 1, 2023 to March 31, 2023, valued at up to $50,000 for non-public
works contracts and agreements and up to $250,000 for public works contracts and
agreements.
10. Approve the Recognition of $84,582.90 of Revenue for Certain Unclaimed
Monies from Various City Funds (General Fund)
Department(s): Finance and Management Services
Recommended Action: Approve the recognition of $84,582.90 of revenue in the
General Fund for certain unclaimed deposits, as allowed by state law.
MINUTES: Councilmember Phan inquired about appropriating the fund ing for the
repair of the “Little Saigon” sign.
Councilmember Penaloza inquired about the origin of unclaimed funds related to
the Library Department.
MOTION: Councilmember Phan moved to approve the recommended action
for Item No. 10, seconded by Councilmember Penaloza.
The motion carried, 7-0, by the following roll call vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSTAIN:
ABSENT:
COUNCILMEMBER BACERRA, COUNCILMEMBER
HERNANDEZ, COUNCILMEMBER PENALOZA,
COUNCILMEMBER PHAN, COUNCILMEMBER VAZQUEZ,
MAYOR PRO TEM LOPEZ, MAYOR AMEZCUA
NONE
NONE
NONE
Status: 7 – 0 – Pass
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MINUTES: At 8:12 PM, Mayor Amezcua considered the agenda out of order and heard
Public Hearing Item No. 54 after Agenda Item No. 10.
54. Public Hearing: City Council De Novo Review of Planning Commission Decision
Regarding Conditional Use Permit No. 2023-09 – Mariscos Hector ABC License
Legal notice published in the Orange County Reporter on May 24, 2023 and
notices mailed on said date.
Department(s): Planning and Building Agency
Recommended Action: It is recommended that the City Council take the following
actions:
1. Conduct a De Novo review of the Planning Commission’s approval of
Conditional Use Permit No. 2023-09 for consistency with the General Plan and
compliance with the Zoning Ordinance, and consider any concerns raised by the
City Council, the public, and interested parties regarding the project; and
2. Based on the De Novo review, the City Council may choose to uphold or modify
the Planning Commission’s approval, make the appropriate findings to deny the
Conditional Use Permit and direct staff to prepare a resolution for adoption, or
refer the Conditional Use Permit back the Planning Commission for
reconsideration and analysis of the issues raised by the City.
If approved, adopt RESOLUTION NO. 2023-XXX A RESOLUTION OF THE
CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA ANA TO CONDUCT A DE NOVO
REVIEW OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION’S APPROVAL OF
CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 2023-09 AS CONDITIONED TO ALLOW
SALE OF DISTILLED SPIRITS IN ADDITION TO EXISTING BEER AND WINE
SALES FOR ON-PREMISES CONSUMPTION AT MARISCOS HECT OR
SPORTS GRILL LOCATED AT 1208 EAST MCFADDEN AVENUE (includes
determination that the project is categorically exempt from further review under
the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) per Section 15301 (Class 1 –
Existing Facilities)).
MINUTES: Mayor Amezcua opened the public hearing at 8:13 P.M.
1. Arthur Newton, legal counsel for Mariscos Hector and Maria Sebold, provided
comments on behalf of his client.
2. Nicole Olivas addressed the Council via teleconference and spoke in support of
Mariscos Hector.
The following speakers addressed Council in person:
3. Jose Rea spoke in opposition to Mariscos Hector.
4. Manuel Granados spoke in opposition to the approval of an ABC License for
Mariscos Hector.
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5. Leonel Flores spoke in opposition to the approval of an ABC License for
Mariscos Hector.
6. Sarahi Gutierrez spoke regarding a petition she submitted to Council in
opposition to the approval of an ABC License for Mariscos Hector.
7. Felix Bentes (translation: Spanish) spoke in support of Mariscos Hector.
8. Adriana Estrada spoke in support of Mariscos Hector.
9. Richard Wynn spoke in support of Maria Sebold and Mariscos Hector.
10. Enrique Mendoza spoke in support Mariscos Hector.
11. Donaciano Valvuena (translation: Spanish) spoke in support of Mariscos Hector.
12. Rosalinda Aguilar (translation: Spanish) spoke in support of Mariscos Hector and
the training she has received while working for the restaurant.
13. Carel Cardoso (translation: Spanish) spoke in support of Mariscos Hector and
requested Council approve the ABC License.
14. Alejandro Cabrera spoke in support of Mariscos Hector and the approval of an
ABC License.
15. Jose Tariffa spoke in support of an ABC License for Maricos Hector.
16. Blaz Perez spoke in support of Maria Sebold and Mariscos Hector.
17. Gustavo Urrea spoke in support of Mariscos Hector and the assistance Maria
Sebold has provided for Chavez High School.
18. Richard Garcia spoke in support of Mariscos Hector.
19. Arthur Newton, legal counsel for Mariscos Hector and Maria Sebold, provided a
rebuttal to comments provided by the public.
At 8:59 P.M., seeing no additional speakers, Mayor Amezcua closed the public
hearing.
Councilmember Bacerra commented on the crime statistics regarding Mariscos
Hector and the public noticing done by staff.
Councilmember Phan inquired about the crime statistics regarding Mariscos Hector
and reported that she had met with the applicant.
Police Chief David Valentin answered questions regarding the crime statistics report
provided to Council.
Mayor Pro Tem Lopez inquired about the Planning Commission analysis.
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Councilmember Penaloza inquired about the number of license s within the census
tract and media he has received regarding a secondary location.
Councilmember Bacerra requested staff provide the Council and the Planning
Commission a report detailing the types of calls for service.
Councilmember Penaloza moved to deny the Conditional Use Permit, seconded by
Mayor Amezcua.
MOTION: Councilmember Penaloza moved to direct staff to prepare a
resolution to deny Conditional Use Permit 2023-09 with findings that the
proposed use would not provide a source of general well-being of the
surrounding community, seconded by Mayor Amezcua.
The motion carried, 7-0, by the following roll call vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSTAIN:
ABSENT:
COUNCILMEMBER BACERRA, COUNCILMEMBER
HERNANDEZ, COUNCILMEMBER PENALOZA,
COUNCILMEMBER PHAN, COUNCILMEMBER VAZQUEZ,
MAYOR PRO TEM LOPEZ, MAYOR AMEZCUA
NONE
NONE
NONE
Status: 7 – 0 – Pass
11. Approve Prepayment for the City’s Contribution to Both the CalPERS
Miscellaneous and Safety Employee Pension Unfunded Liability for Fiscal Year
(FY) 2023-24
Department(s): Finance and Management Services
Recommended Action:
1. Approve a $9,568,651 pre-payment for the City’s annual Unfunded Actuarial
Liability to California Public Employees Retirement System (CalPERS) –
Miscellaneous Plan for Fiscal Year 2023-24, to save $319,984.
2. Approve a $12,780,268 pre-payment for the City’s annual Unfunded Actuarial
Liability to California Public Employees Retirement System (CalPERS) – Safety
Plan for Fiscal Year 2023-24, to save $427,383.
12. Approve a Purchase Order in the Amount of $175,572 to The Charles Machine
Works,Inc. for Sewer Lining Tools (Specification No. 23-023) (Non-General Fund)
Department(s): Public Works Agency
Recommended Action: Authorize a one-time purchase order to The Charles
Machine Works, Inc. for the purchase of sewer lining tools in the amount of $146,310,
plus a contingency of $29,262, for a total amount not to exceed $175,572 subject to
non-substantive changes approved by the City Manager and City Attorney.
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13. Award a Purchase Order to Core & Main, LP for One Dri-Prime SD150M Diesel
Pump in an Amount Not to Exceed $55,589 (Specification No. 23-045)
(Non-General
Fund)
Department(s): Public Works Agency
Recommended Action: Award a one-time purchase and payment of Purchase Order
to Core & Main, LP for one Dri-Prime SD150M Diesel Pump, in an amount not to
exceed $55,589, subject to non-substantive changes approved by the City Manager
and City Attorney.
14. Award a Purchase Order to Bragg Investment Company, Inc., dba Coastline
Equipment, for a John Deere 410L Backhoe in an Amount Not to Exceed
$190,026 (Specification No. 23-077) (General and Non-General Funds
Department(s): Public Works Agency
Recommended Action: Authorize a one-time purchase and payment of a purchase
order to Bragg Investment Company, Inc., dba Coastline Equipment, for one John
Deere 410L Backhoe, in the amount of $185,026, plus a contingency amount of $5,000,
for a total amount not to exceed $190,026, subject to non-substantive changes
approved by the City Manager and City Attorney.
15. Award a Purchase Order to Terex Utilities, Inc. for an Aerial/Tree Trimmer Combo
Truck in an Amount Not to Exceed $426,129 (Specification No. 23-076) (General
Fund and Non-General Fund)
Department(s): Public Works Agency
Recommended Action: Authorize a one-time purchase and payment of a purchase
order to Terex Utilities, Inc. for one Terex Hi-Ranger XTPro 60 Aerial/Tree Trimmer
combo truck, in the amount of $406,129 plus a contingency amount of $20,000, for a
total amount not to exceed $426,129, subject to non-substantive changes approved by
the City Manager and City Attorney.
16. Award a Purchase Order to Sandbag Store, LLC. for an Ultimate Bagger Machine
in an Amount Not to Exceed $60,029 (Specification No. 23-083) (Non-General
Fund)
Department(s): Public Works Agency
Recommended Action: Authorize a one-time purchase and payment of a purchase
order to Sandbag Store, LLC. for one Ultimate Bagger machine, in the amount of
$55,029 plus a contingency of $5,000, for a total amount not to exceed $60,029, subject
to non-substantive changes approved by the City Manager and City Attorney.
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17. Award a Purchase Order to Pres Tech Equipment Company for a Vacuum
Excavator in an Amount Not to Exceed $107,759 (Specification No. 23-088)
(General Fund)
Department(s): Public Works Agency
Recommended Action: Authorize a one-time purchase and payment of a purchase
order to Pres Tech Equipment Company for one Pacific Tek PV500 Vacuum Excavator
Trailer, in the amount of $97,759 plus a contingency amount of $10,000, for a total
amount not to exceed $107,759, subject to non-substantive changes approved by the
City Manager and City Attorney.
18. Award a Purchase Order to PB Loader Corporation for a Flatbed Truck with
Cement Mixer in an Amount Not to Exceed $159,989 (Specification No. 23-087)
(Non-General Fund)
Department(s): Public Works Agency
Recommended Action: Authorize a one-time purchase and payment of a purchase
order to PB Loader Corporation for one Flatbed Truck with Cement Mixer, in the
amount of $149,989 plus a contingency amount of $10,000, for a total amount not to
exceed $159,989, subject to non-substantive changes approved by the City Manager
and City Attorney.
19. Award a Purchase Order to BAUSS Manufacturing Inc. for Five Portable
Restroom Trailers in an Amount Not to Exceed $79,437 (Specification No.
23-066) (Non- General Fund)
Department(s): Public Works Agency
Recommended Action: Authorize a one-time purchase and payment of a purchase
order to BAUSS Manufacturing Inc. for five Portable Restroom Trailers, in the amount of
$69,437 plus a contingency amount of $10,000, for a total amount not to exceed
$79,437, subject to non-substantive changes approved by the City Manager and City
Attorney.
20. Award Purchase Orders to Guaranty Chevrolet Motors, Inc. and Penske Chevrolet
of Cerritos in an Aggregate Amount Not to Exceed $1,256,274 (Specification
No. 23- 055A) (General Fund and Non-General Fund)
Department(s): Public Works Agency
Recommended Action: 1. Authorize a one-time purchase and payment of
purchase order to Guaranty Chevrolet Motors, Inc. for 20 Chevrolet Vehicles (various
models), in the amount of $1,020,752, plus a contingency amount of $125,000, for a
total amount not to exceed $1,145,752, subject to non-substantive changes approved
by the City Manager and City Attorney.
2. Authorize a one-time purchase and payment of purchase order to Penske Chevrolet
of Cerritos for one 2500HD Service Body Truck, in the amount of $100,522, plus a
contingency amount of $10,000, for a total amount not to exceed $110,522, subject to
non-substantive changes approved by the City Manager and City Attorney.
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21. Award a Purchase Order to Tolar Manufacturing for Advertising and
Non-Advertising Bus Shelters, Bus Benches, and Trash Containers in the
Amount of $776,528 (Project 22-6999) (Non-General Fund)
Department(s): Public Works Agency
Recommended Action: Authorize a one-time purchase and payment of purchase
order to Tolar Manufacturing for 30 advertising shelters, 18 non-advertising shelters, 58
bus benches, and 67 trash containers, for a total amount not to exceed $776,528,
subject to non-substantive changes approved by the City Manager and City Attorney.
22. Award a Purchase Order to PFVT Motors, Inc. for one Ford F-150 Police
Responder Truck in an Amount Not to Exceed $66,613 (Specification No. 23-075)
(Non-General Fund)
Department(s): Public Works Agency
Recommended Action: Authorize a one-time purchase and payment of purchase
order to PFVT Motors, Inc. for one Ford F-150 Police Responder Truck, in an amount
not to exceed $56,613, plus a contingency amount of $10,000 for a total amount not to
exceed $66,613, subject to non-substantive changes approved by the City Manager
and City Attorney.
23. Award a Purchase Order to MMLJ, Inc. for a Dustless Blasting Machine in an
Amount Not to Exceed $78,979 (Specification No. 23-084) (General Fund)
Department(s): Public Works Agency
Recommended Action: Authorize a one-time purchase and payment of a purchase
order to MMLJ, Inc. for one DB800 Mobile XL Dustless Blasting Machine on XL Trailer,
in the amount of $73,979, plus a contingency amount of $5,000, for a total amount not
to exceed $78,979, subject to non-substantive changes approved by the City Manager
and City Attorney.
24. Award a Blanket Order Contract to SiteOne Landscape Supply for Landscaping
and Nursery Materials in a Not-To-Exceed Amount of $2,500,000 (Specification
No. 23-018) (General Fund)
Department(s): Public Works Agency
Recommended Action: Award a blanket order contract to SiteOne Landscape
Supply for the purchase of landscaping and nursery materials on an as-needed basis,
in an annual amount not to exceed $500,000 with a total aggregate contract amount
not to exceed $2,500,000, for an initial one-year term expiring on June 5, 2024, with
provisions for four, one-year renewal options, subject to non-substantive changes
approved by the City Manager and City Attorney.
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25. Approve Change Order and Revised Project Cost Analysis for an Existing
Construction Contract with iBuild Spectrum, Inc., for a Total Project Delivery Cost
of $1,740,000, for the Campesino Park, Memorial Park, and Madison Park
Restrooms (Project Nos. 21-7533, 21-7534, 21-7535) (Non-General Fund) (Revive
Santa Ana Program)
Department(s): Public Works Agency
Recommended Action: Authorize the City Manager to approve Change Orders and
revise the Project Cost Analysis to reflect a transfer of savings from construction
administration and inspection to contingency in an amount of $33,898, with a total
Project Delivery Cost of $1,740,000.
MINUTES: Councilmember Penaloza spoke regarding vandalism at the
construction site and liability insurance maintained by the contractor.
Councilmember Phan spoke in support of the item and requested staff research
options for a proactive policy to secure construction sites.
MOTION: Councilmember Penaloza moved to approve the recommended
action for Item No. 25, seconded by Councilmember Hernandez.
The motion carried, 7-0, by the following roll call vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSTAIN:
ABSENT:
COUNCILMEMBER BACERRA, COUNCILMEMBER
HERNANDEZ, COUNCILMEMBER PENALOZA,
COUNCILMEMBER PHAN, COUNCILMEMBER VAZQUEZ,
MAYOR PRO TEM LOPEZ, MAYOR AMEZCUA
NONE
NONE
NONE
Status: 7 – 0 – Pass
26. Award a Construction Contract to Towo Enterprise, Inc., in the amount of
$319,320, for the Pedestrian and Mobility Improvement Phase I for an Estimated
Project Delivery Cost of $416,000 (Project No. 22-1405) (Revive Santa Ana
Program)
Department(s): Public Works Agency
Recommended Action: 1. Authorize the City Manager to reject the bid submitted
by EBS General Engineering Inc. as non-responsive and award a construction contract
to Towo Enterprise, Inc., the lowest responsive bidder, in accordance with the base bid
in the amount of $319,320, for construction of the Pedestrian and Mobility Phase I, for
the term beginning June 6, 2023 and ending upon project completion, subject to
non-substantive changes approved by the City Manager and the City Attorney.
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2. Approve the Project Cost Analysis for a total estimated construction delivery cost
of $416,000, which includes $319,320 for the construction contract, $47,898 for
contract administration, inspection, and testing, and $48,782 project contingency for
unanticipated or unforeseen work.
3. Determine these actions are exempt from further review in accordance with the
California Environmental Quality Act as Categorical Exemption Environmental Review
No. ER-2023-04 was filed for the project.
27. Approve a Capital Improvement Project Amendment for Traffic Calming
Improvements Phases 1 to 3 (Project Nos. 23-6034, 23-6036, 23-6037) and Alley
and Pavement Improvements (Project No. 23-6910)
Department(s): Public Works Agency
Recommended Action:
1. Approve an amendment to the Fiscal Year 2022-23 Capital Improvement Project to
include $595,000 of funding for the Traffic Calming Improvements Phase 1 (Project
No. 23-6034).
2. Approve an amendment to the Fiscal Year 2022-23 Capital Improvement Project to
include $820,800 of funding for the Traffic Calming Improvements Phase 2 (Project
No. 23-6036).
3. Approve an amendment to the Fiscal Year 2022-23 Capital Improvement Project to
include $1,300,000 of funding to the Traffic Calming Improvements Phase 3
(Project No. 23-6037).
4. Approve an amendment to the Fiscal Year 2022-23 Capital Improvement Project to
include $2,000,000 of funding to the Alley and Pavement Improvements FY 22/23
(Project No. 23-6910).
28. Approve Appropriation Adjustments and Capital Improvement Project
Amendments for the Rousselle Street Flood Protection Project (Project No.
23-6627) and Warner Avenue Flood Protection Project (Project No. 23-6628)
(Non-General Fund)
Department(s): Public Works Agency
Recommended Action: 1. Approve an appropriation adjustment to recognize
$5,755,000 in Prop 68 Flood Management Protection Risk Awareness funding from
the California Department of Water Resources into the Public Works Agency Enterprise
Capital Grants, State Grant-Direct Revenue Account and appropriate the same
amount into the Public Works-Water Quality and Control, Improvements Other Than
Building expenditure account. (Requires five affirmative votes)
2. Approve an amendment to the Fiscal Year 2022-23 Capital Improvement Project to
include $4,675,000 of funding from the DWR Prop 68 FMPRA Program for the
Rousselle Street Flood Protection Project.
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3. Approve an amendment to the Fiscal Year 2022-23 Capital Improvement Project to
include $1,080,000 of funding from the DWR Prop 68 FMPRA Program for the Warner
Avenue Flood Protection Project.
29. Approve an Agreement with Color-Ad, Inc. to Design, Fabricate, and Install
Interpretive Displays at the Santiago Creek EcoCenter for Total Amount Not to
Exceed $900,000 (Non-General Fund)
Department(s): Parks, Recreation, and Community Services
Recommended Action: Authorize the City Manager to execute an agreement with
Color-Ad, Inc. for design, fabrication, and installation of interpretive displays at the
Santiago Creek EcoCenter, in the amount of $855,000 plus a contingency of $45,000,
for a total amount not to exceed $900,000, for a three-year period with the option of two
1-year renewals, and authorize the City Manager to execute the contract subject to
non-substantive changes approved by the City Manager and the City Attorney
(Agreement No. 2023-095).
30. Amendment to Agreement with California Barricade Rentals, Inc. for Traffic
Control Equipment and Services at City Events to Remove the Annual Amounts
and to Increase the Total Agreement not-to-Exceed Amount by $65,000 through
March 31, 2025, for a New Total not-to-Exceed Amount of $215,000 (General
Fund)
Department(s): Parks, Recreation, and Community Services
Recommended Action: Authorize the City Manager to execute an amendment to the
agreement with California Barricade Rentals, Inc. for traffic control equipment and
services at City events to remove the annual amounts and to increase the total
agreement not-to-exceed amount by $65,000, through March 31, 2025, for a new total
not-to-exceed amount of $215,000, subject to non-substantive changes approved by
the City Manager and City Attorney (Agreement No. 2023-096).
31. Approve an Agreement with Community SeniorServ, Inc. dba Meals on Wheels
Orange County for the Senior Meals Program for a Total Not-to-Exceed Amount
of $100,000 (General Fund)
Department(s): Parks, Recreation, and Community Services
Recommended Action: Authorize the City Manager to execute an agreement with
Community SeniorServ, Inc., dba Meals On Wheels Orange County for the Senior
Meals Program in the amount of $90,300 for base services (home-delivered meals
and lunch cafe programs) and $9,700 for additional as-needed services, for a total
not-to-exceed amount of $100,000 for the period of July 1, 2023 to June 30, 2024,
subject to non- substantive changes approved by the City Manager and City Attorney
(Agreement No. 2023-097).
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32. Amend the Agreement with Major League Infields, Inc. to Increase the Contract
Amount by $80,000 for Maintenance Services of Baseball and Softball Diamonds
(General Fund)
Department(s): Public Works Agency
Recommended Action: Authorize the City Manager to execute the first amendment
to the agreement with Major League Infields, Inc. to provide scheduled infield and
warning track maintenance at city parks, increasing the amount by $80,000, which
includes a $15,000 contingency, for the remaining term until January 31, 2024, for a
total agreement amount of $1,374,507, subject to non-substantive changes approved
by the City Manager and the City Attorney (Agreement No. 2023-098).
33. Approve Agreement Amendments with Ocean Blue Environmental Services, Inc.
and United Storm Water, Inc. for Spill Response, Hazardous Waste Disposal, and
Storm Drain Facility Maintenance Services (Non-General Fund)
Department(s): Public Works Agency
Recommended Action: 1. Authorize the City Manager to execute a second
amendment to the Agreement with Ocean Blue Environmental Services, Inc. to increase
the annual expenditure amount of $350,000 for the one-year term ending June 30,
2023 by $100,000, for a total annual amount of $450,000, and increase the annual
expenditure amount of $350,000 for the remaining term of the agreement, including the
optional two-year extension period, by $100,000 for a total annual amount of $450,000,
for a total increase of $400,000, subject to non-substantive changes approved by the
City Manager and City Attorney (Agreement No. 2023-099).
2. Authorize the City Manager to execute a second amendment to the Agreement with
United Storm Water, Inc. to increase the annual expenditure amount of $350,000 for the
one-year term ending June 30, 2023 by $100,000, for a total annual amount of
$450,000, and increase the annual expenditure amount of $350,000 for the remaining
term of the agreement, including the optional two-year extension period, by $100,000
for a total annual amount of $450,000, for a total increase of $400,000, subject to non-
substantive changes approved by the City Manager and City Attorney (Agreement No.
2023-100).
34. Approve Second Amendments to Agreements with IDS Group, Westgroup
Designs, Inc., Gensler, Corgan, Inc., SVA Architects Inc., Black, O’Dowd and
Associates dba BOA Architecture, Gruen Associates, Gillis and Panichapan
Architects Inc., CAP Architecture, Inc., and Ware Malcomb for On-call Space
Planning and Architectural Services to Increase the Shared Agreement Amount
by $2,000,000, for a Total Amount not to Exceed $3,300,000 Annually
Department(s): Public Works Agency
Recommended Action: Authorize the City Manager to execute the second
amendments to the agreements for on-call space planning and architectural services
with IDS Group, Westgroup Designs, Inc., Gensler, Corgan, Inc., SVA Architects, Inc.,
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Black, O’Dowd and Associates dba BOA Architecture, Gruen Associates, Gillis and
Panichapan Architects Inc., CAP Architecture, Inc., and Ware Malcomb, to increase the
shared agreement amount by $2,000,000, for a total agreement amount not to exceed
$3,300,000 annually, subject to non-substantive changes as approved by the City
Manager and City Attorney (Core Agreement No. 2023-101).
35. Approve Agreement with Griffin Structures to Provide Construction Management
and Inspection Services for the Main Library Transformation Project, Newhope
Library Renovation Project, Outdoor Library at Jerome Park Project, and Delhi
Center Library Branch, in an Amount not to Exceed $2,896,950 for a Term
expiring December 31, 2025 (Project Number 22-1380, 22-1802, 22-1381, and
22-1382) (Non-General Fund) (Revive Santa Ana Program)
Department(s): Library, Public Works Agency
Recommended Action: Authorize the City Manager to execute a professional
services agreement with Griffin Structures to provide construction management and
inspection services for the Main Library Transformation Project, Newhope Library
Renovation Project, Outdoor Library at Jerome Park, and Delhi Center Library Branch,
in the amount of $2,759,000, with a five-percent contingency, for a total amount not to
exceed of $2,896,950, for a term beginning June 6, 2023 and expiring December 31,
2025, with the option for two 1-year extensions, subject to non-substantive changes
approved by the City Manager and City Attorney (Agreement No. 2023-102).
36. Approve a License Agreement with the Floral Park Neighborhood Association
for Use of Broadway Right-of-Way for a Fence (Non-General Fund)
Department(s): Public Works Agency
Recommended Action: Authorize the City Manager to execute a license agreement
with the Floral Park Neighborhood Association, a 501(c)3 nonprofit community
organization, for use of public right-of-way on Broadway from Santa Clara Avenue to
the I-5 exit, subject to non-substantive changes approved by the City Manager and the
City Attorney (Agreement No. 2023-103).
37. Approve and Amend an Agreement with COMPULINK Management Center Inc.
for Enterprise Content Management System Maintenance, Services, and
Licenses in an Amount not to Exceed $800,000 (Non-General Fund)
Department(s): Information Technology
Recommended Action: Authorize the City Manager to execute the second
amendment to the agreement with Compulink Management Center, Inc., DBA
Laserfiche for Laserfiche Enterprise Content Management System maintenance,
services, training, and software licenses, in an amount not to exceed $800,000, over a
five-year period from July 1, 2023, through June 30, 2028, subject to non-substantive
changes approved by the City Manager and City Attorney (Agreement No. 2023-104).
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38. First Amendment to the Lease Agreement for 19,321 Square Feet of Office Space
Located at 801 W Civic Center Drive for the Santa Ana WORK Center
Department(s): Community Development Agency
Recommended Action: 1. Authorize the City Manager to execute the first
amendment to the office lease agreement with Santa Ana CA I SGF, LLC for 19,321
square feet of office space located at 801 W Civic Center Drive, for a ten-year term
beginning July 1, 2023 with two optional five-year extensions, in the monthly amount of
$45,404.35 with an 3-percent annual increase, subject to non-substantive changes
approved by the City Manager and City Attorney (Agreement No. 2023-105).
2. Authorize the City Manager to execute a sub-lease agreement and Memorandum
of Understanding with the Employment Development Department, subject to non-
substantive changes approved by the City Manager and City Attorney (Agreement No.
2023-106).
3. Authorize the City Manager to execute a first amendment to sub-lease agreement
and Memorandum of Understanding with the County of Orange Social Services Agency
to extend the term through June 30, 2025 and to adjust rent, subject to non- substantive
changes approved by the City Manager and City Attorney (Agreement No. 2023-107).
4. Authorize the City Manager to execute Memorandum of Understandings with
Department of Rehabilitation, SER Jobs for Progress, and the City’s Community
Development Agency for the Housing Authority and Economic Development Division,
subject to non-substantive changes approved by the City Manager and City Attorney
(Core Agreement No. 2023-108).
39. Approve Agreement with the County of Orange for Law Enforcement Helicopter
Services in the Amount of $1,785,092 (General Fund)
Department(s): Police Department
Recommended Action: Authorize the City Manager to execute a three-year
agreement with the County of Orange, Sheriff-Coroner Department, for helicopter
services for the period of July 1, 2023 through June 30, 2026, subject to non-
substantive changes approved by the City Manager and City Attorney (Agreement No.
2023-109).
2. Authorize the City Manager to execute subsequent amendments in year two (July
1, 2024 - June 30, 2025) and year three (July 1, 2025 - June 30, 2026) for the contract
amount of the first year of this agreement, $539,303, plus up to ten percent, for a
three-year not-to-exceed amount of $1,785,092.
40. Approve Agreement with Thomson Reuters (West Publishing), in the Amount of
$145,172, for Online Investigative and Public Records Resources Subscription
Services (General Fund and Non-General Fund)
Department(s): Police Department
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Recommended Action: Authorize the City Manager to execute a three-year
agreement with Thomson Reuters (West Publishing) to provide online investigative and
public records resources subscription services, in an amount not to exceed $145,172,
for the period of July 1, 2023 through June 31, 2026, subject to non- substantive
changes approved by the City Manager and City Attorney (Agreement No. 2023-110).
41. Agreement with Holland & Knight LLP for Federal Legislative Advocacy Services
(General Fund)
Department(s): City Manager Office
Recommended Action: Authorize the City Manager to execute an agreement with
Holland & Knight LLP for federal legislative advocacy services for a three-year term
beginning July 1, 2023 through June 30, 2026, with the option of two, one-year
extensions in an amount not to exceed $352,800, subject to non-substantive changes
approved by the City Manager and City Attorney (Agreement No. 2023-111).
42. Adoption of a Memorandum of Understanding Establishing the Terms and
Conditions of Employment for Full-Time Classifications Represented by the
Service Employees International Union (“SEIU”) Local 721, effective July 1, 2022
through June 30, 2025
Department(s): Human Resources
Recommended Action: Authorize the City Manager to execute a Memorandum of
Understanding with SEIU Local 721 Full-Time Employees Unit regarding wages, hours,
and other terms and conditions of employment effective July 1, 2022 through June 30,
2025, and authorize non-substantive changes which may be necessary to implement
the agreement (Agreement No. 2023-112).
MINUTES: Mayor Amezcua thanked all SEIU and SAMA employees for their hard
work and dedication.
43. Adoption of a Memorandum of Understanding Establishing the Terms and
Conditions of Employment for Classifications Represented by the Santa Ana
Management Association, Effective July 1, 2022 through June 30, 2025, and
Adoption of a Resolution Updating the Salary Schedule for Associated
Unrepresented Classifications
Department(s): Human Resources
Recommended Action: 1. Authorize the City Manager to execute a
Memorandum of Understanding with the Santa Ana Management Association
(“SAMA”) regarding wages, hours, and other terms and conditions of employment
effective July 1, 2022 through June 30, 2025, and authorize non-substantive changes
which may be necessary to implement the agreement (Agreement No. 2023-113).
3. Approve resolution updating the salary schedule for associated unrepresented
classifications.
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RESOLUTION NO. 2023-025 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF SANTA ANA TO EFFECT CERTAIN CHANGES TO THE CITY’S
CLASSIFICATION AND COMPENSATION PLAN
MINUTES: Mayor Amezcua thanked all SEIU and SAMA employees for their hard
work and dedication.
44. Adopt a Resolution Approving the City’s Annual Statement of Investment Policy
2023- 2024; Receive and File Annual Statement of Investment Policy 2023-2024.
Department(s): Finance and Management Services
Recommended Action: 1. Adopt a Resolution Approving the City’s Annual Statement
of Investment Policy 2023-2024.
RESOLUTION NO. 2023-026 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF SANTA ANA
APPROVING THE CITY’S STATEMENT OF INVESTMENT POLICY
2. Receive and File Annual Statement of Investment Policy 2023-2024.
45. Designate Authorized Agents on California Office of Emergency Services (Cal
OES) Form 130 Related to Federal Emergency Management Agency
Reimbursement Request for COVID-19 Expenditures
Department(s): Finance and Management Services
Recommended Action: Adopt a resolution designating the City Manager, Executive
Director of Finance, and Assistant Director of Finance as authorized agents to execute
for and on behalf of the City of Santa Ana (the City) with the purpose of obtaining federal
financial assistance.
RESOLUTION NO. 2023-027 entitled DESIGNATION OF APPLICANT’S AGENT
RESOLUTION FOR NON-STATE AGENCIES
46. Resolution to Support Orange County Water District President Cathy Green as a
Candidate for the Office of Association of California Water Agencies President
Department(s): Public Works Agency
Recommended Action: Adopt a resolution to endorse Orange County Water District
President Cathy Green as a candidate for the office of President for the Association of
California Water Agencies.
RESOLUTION NO. 2023-028 entitled A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF SANTA ANA IN SUPPORT OF THE NOMINATION OF ORANGE
COUNTY WATER DISTRICT PRESIDENT CATHY GREEN FOR THE OFFICE OF
PRESIDENT OF THE ASSOCIATION OF CALIFORNIA WATER AGENCIES
MINUTES: Councilmembers Phan, Bacerra, and Penaloza spoke in support of the item
and in support of Cathy Green as Orange County Water District President.
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47. Resolution Declaring Support of the Iranian-American Community and
Condemning the Violence Perpetrated by the Government of Iran against its
People
Department(s): City Manager Office
Recommended Action: Adopt a resolution declaring support of the Iranian- American
community and condemning the violence perpetrated by the government of Iran
against its people.
RESOLUTION NO. 2023-029 entitled A RESOLUTION OF THE SANTA ANA CITY
COUNCIL DECLARING SUPPORT OF THE IRANIAN-AMERICAN COMMUNITY AND
CONDEMNING THE VIOLENCE PERPETRATED BY THE GOVERNMENT OF IRAN
AGAINST ITS PEOPLE
MINUTES: Mayor Amezcua thanked City Manager Kristine Ridge for presenting the
item and spoke of the importance of standing in solidarity with the Iranian-American
community.
48. Ordinance Amendment No. 2023-01 amending Article II.II of Chapter 2 (Sunshine
Ordinance) of the Santa Ana Municipal Code Related to Noticing, Meeting
Format, and Transparency Measures for Community Meetings for Certain
Development Projects
First reading at the May 16, 2023 City Council meeting, approved by a vote of 6-0
(Hernandez absent).
Published in the Orange County Reporter on May 26, 2023.
Department(s): Planning and Building Agency
Recommended Action: Conduct a second reading and adopt Ordinance
Amendment No. 2023-01 amending Section 2-153 in Article II.II of Chapter 2 of the
Santa Ana Municipal Code (SAMC).
ORDINANCE NO. NS-3040 entitled AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF SANTA ANA, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING ARTICLES II.II OF CHAPTER
2 OF THE SANTA ANA MUNICIPAL CODE (includes determining that this ordinance is
exempt from review under the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) pursuant to
section 15061(b)(3) and 15061(b)(5) of the CEQA Guidelines because it will not result
in a direct or reasonably foreseeable indirect physical change in the environment, as
there is no possibility it will have a significant effect on the environment).
49. Ordinance Second Reading: Amending City Manager’s Contracting Authority for
Public Works and Non-Public Works Contracts Under Chapter 2, Article VII and
Article VII.II and Public Works Construction Rules and Regulations Under Chapter
33, Article VIII of the Santa Ana Municipal Code
First reading at the May 16, 2023 City Council meeting, approved by a vote of 4-3
(Lopez, Hernandez, and Vasquez dissenting).
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Published in the Orange County Reporter on May 26, 2023.
Department(s): Public Works Agency
Recommended Action: Place ordinance on second reading and adopt.
ORDINANCE NO. NS-3041 – AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF SANTA ANA AMENDING ARTICLES VII AND VII.II OF CHAPTER 2 OF THE
SANTA ANA MUNICIPAL CODE REGARDING CITY MANAGER’S CONTRACTING
AUTHORITY AND CITY PURCHASING RULES AND REGULATIONS, AND ARTICLE
VII OF CHAPTER 33 OF THE SANTA ANA MUNICIPAL CODE REGARDING PUBLIC
WORKS CONSTRUCTION RULES AND REGULATIONS (includes determination that
this ordinance is not subject to the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) as it is
exempt from CEQA review pursuant to sections 15061(b)(3) and 15061(b)(5) of the
CEQA Guidelines because it will not result in a direct or reasonably foreseeable indirect
physical change in the environment, as there is no possibility it will have a significant
effect on the environment).
50. Ordinance Second Reading: Amending Article XI of Chapter 33 of the Santa Ana
Municipal Code (Streets Sidewalks and Public Works) Related to Ceremonial
Street Naming
First reading at the May 16, 2023 City Council meeting, approved by a vote of 7-0.
Published in the Orange County Reporter on May 26, 2023.
Department(s): Public Works Agency
Recommended Action: Place ordinance on second reading and adopt.
ORDINANCE NO. NS-3042 – AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF SANTA ANA AMENDING ARTICLE XI OF CHAPTER 33 OF THE SANTA
ANA MUNICIPAL CODE (STREETS, SIDEWALKS AND PUBLIC WORKS) RELATED
TO CEREMONIAL STREET NAMING (includes determination that this ordinance is not
subject to the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) pursuant to Sections
15060(c)(2) and 15060(c)(3) of the State CEQA Guidelines because it will not result
in a direct or reasonably foreseeable indirect physical change to the environment, as
there is no possibility it will have a significant effect on the environment and it is not a
“project,” as defined in Section 15378 of the CEQA Guidelines).
**END OF CONSENT CALENDAR**
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51. Approve Proposed Community Workforce Agreement (CWA) with the Los
Angeles/Orange Counties Building and Construction Trades Council and the
Signatory Craft Councils and Unions
Department(s): Public Works Agency
Recommended Action: Authorize the City Manager to execute the Community
Workforce Agreement with the Los Angeles/Orange Counties Building and
Construction Trades Council and the Signatory Craft Councils and Unions for Public
Works Construction Contracts over the recommended thresholds of $2,500,000 and
Specialty Contracts over $1,000,000, for a ten-year term beginning June 6, 2023 and
ending June 6, 2033, subject to non-substantive changes approved by the City
Manager and the City Attorney (Agreement No. 2023-114).
MINUTES: At 7:36 P.M., Mayor Amezcua considered the agenda out of order and
heard Item No. 51 prior to the Consent Calendar. (see Page No. 7)
**END OF BUSINESS CALENDAR**
PUBLIC HEARINGS
PUBLIC COMMENTS – Members of the public may address the City Council on each of
the Public Hearing items.
52. Public Hearing: Consider an Ordinance to adopt the Fiscal Year 2023-24 Budget,
Approve a Resolution for Changes to the City’s Basic Classification and
Compensation Plan Budget, Adopt the Uniform Schedule of Miscellaneous
Fees, and Adopt the Seven-Year Capital Improvement Program
Legal notice published in the Orange County Reporter on May 24, 2023 and May 31,
2023.
Department(s): Finance and Management Services
Recommended Action: 1. Approve the introduction and first reading of an
Ordinance to adopt the budget for Fiscal Year 2023-24 (FY23-24), which begins on
July 1, 2023 and ends on June 30, 2024.
ORDINANCE NO. NS-XXXX entitled AN 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, 2023 (Requires five affirmative votes)
2. Adopt a Resolution, to effect certain changes to the City’s basic classification and
compensation plan, such as addition of new classification titles.
RESOLUTION NO. 2023-030 entitled A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF SANTA ANA TO EFFECT CERTAIN CHANGES TO THE CITY’S
CLASSIFICATION AND COMPENSATION PLAN
BUSINESS CALENDAR
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3. Adopt a resolution establishing a Uniform Schedule of Miscellaneous Fees for
Fiscal Year 2023-2024.
RESOLUTION NO. 2023-031 entitled A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF SANTA ANA ESTABLISHING A UNIFORM SCHEDULE OF
MISCELLANEOUS FEES FOR FISCAL YEAR 2023-2024
4. Adopt the Seven-Year Capital Improvement Program (CIP) beginning FY23-24
through FY29-30, as required by the Orange County Transportation Authority (OCTA)
for Measure M2 eligibility.
5. Deposit $18,944,407 ($16,285,920 General Fund and $2,658,487 Non-General
Fund) into the Section 115 Pension Trust Fund as part of the City’s Pension Debt
Strategy.
MINUTES: Mayor Amezcua opened the public hearing 9:32 P.M.
Director of Finance and Management Services Katherine Downs and all members
of the Executive Management Team provided a presentation on the proposed Fiscal
Year 2023-24 Budget
The following speakers addressed Council via teleconference:
1. Romina Yamashiro spoke in support of low cost spay and neuter programs.
2. Alexis Hernandez spoke in support of climate change policies and funding.
3. Silvia Hernandez provided comments on vacant lots and the need for additional
affordable housing.
4. Victor Mendez provided comments on the vehicle incentive program and the
debt stabilization contract.
City Clerk Jennifer L. Hall reported out the summary of email comments received:
Fourteen (14) comments regarding Agenda Item No. 52.
The following speakers addressed Council in-person:
5. Eva Barrios requested Council create a reward fund to assist in solving unsolved
crimes in the City.
6. Selica Diaz requested additional funding for library services, youth centers and
additional Police Athletic League centers (PAAL).
7. James Stapleton request Council sponsor the next Magic Inc. event.
8. Vanessa Cerda requested additional youth centers throughout the City.
9. Jadeleyn Verdin requested additional youth centers throughout the City.
10. Jadeley Verdin requested funding for additional youth services and centers.
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11. Camila Guzman requested funding for additional youth services and addressed
the disparity in fund allocation.
12. Mia Verdin requested additional funding and investments in youth programs and
centers.
13. Lucia Gonzales requested a City funded youth center.
14. Celina Olivares requested additional funding for youth services and a City
funded youth center.
15. John Ramirez spoke in support of the PAAL program, and trap, neuter, and
release services.
16. Yuri Lara spoke of the importance of youth services and requested additional
funding.
17. Hairo Cortes commented on the Police Oversight Commission funding and City
funded youth centers.
18. Isuri Ramos requested Council allocate $250,000 for community grants and the
expansion of employment opportunities for undocumented youth.
19. Angel Sanchez (translation: Spanish) requested financial assistance for
residents who are struggling to pay rent.
20. Martina Pantaleon (translation: Spanish) requested home buying workshops.
21. Elizabeth requested a City funded youth center
22. Maria Barboza (translation: Spanish) requested funds for tenant legal
representation.
Seeing no additional public speakers, Mayor Amezcua closed the public hearing at
11:29 P.M.
Councilmember Hernandez inquired about restrooms for El Salvador Park,
advocated for a City youth center, signage for Little Saigon and Francisco Torres,
requested the Juneteenth Event funding remain the same, holding the Fiestas
Patrias event in downtown, Family Day Festival funding, and requested cameras in
police vehicles.
Councilmember Vazquez spoke in support of employment opportunities for
undocumented youth, a City youth center, the Juneteenth, Noche de Altares, and
the Fiestas Parade events, and cameras in police vehicles.
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Councilmember Phan requested to allocate the funds approved in Agenda Item No.
10 for a new sign in Little Saigon. She inquired about the additional security
measures in City Hall and about the legality of employment opportunities for
undocumented youth.
MOTION: Mayor Amezcua moved to approve Public Hearing Item No. 52.
Motion failed for lack of second.
Mayor Pro Tem Lopez moved to consider each recommended action separately.
MOTION: Mayor Pro Tem Lopez moved to consider each of the five
recommended actions separately, seconded by Councilmember Vazquez
SUBSTITUTE MOTION: Councilmember Hernandez moved to adjourn Agenda
Item No. 52 item and continue to June 16, 2023, seconded by Mayor Amezcua.
The substitute motion was rescinded.
Mayor Pro Tem Lopez inquired about the miscellaneous fees, employment
opportunities for undocumented youth,
City Clerk Jennifer L. Hall announced that Councilmember Hernandez had to depart
the meeting at 12:06 A.M. but would be participating via teleconference, as
permitted under the Just Cause clause of AB1249.
Councilmember Bacerra inquired about firework stand permit fees, the Police
Department service enhancement for South Bristol Street, animal services calls,
and the cost recovery fee for dangerous and abandoned properties.
Councilmember Vazquez inquired about the roll over funds allocated for the Police
Oversight Commission and the PAAL expansion expenditure.
Councilmember Penaloza inquired about the stipend increase for commissioners
and commented on youth employment opportunities in various departments.
MOTION: Councilmember Penaloza moved to approved recommended action
no. 1. Motion failed for lack of second.
Mayor Pro Tem Lopez inquired about the funds allocated for police vehicle dash
cameras, and requested clarification on which animal services would be funded with
the additional funds.
City Manager Kristine Ridge reported that the additional $75,000 requested for
animal services would be for a low cost spay and neuter program and a trap, neuter,
and return program.
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SUBSTITUTE MOTION: Councilmember Penaloza moved to approve
Recommended Action Nos. 1-5 and appropriate the funds approved in Agenda
Item No. 10 for replacement sign in Little Saigon, seconded by Councilmember
Bacerra.
The motion carried, 6-0-0-1, by the following roll call vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSTAIN:
ABSENT:
COUNCILMEMBER BACERRA, COUNCILMEMBER
PENALOZA, COUNCILMEMBER PHAN, COUNCILMEMBER
VAZQUEZ, MAYOR PRO TEM LOPEZ, MAYOR AMEZCUA
NONE
NONE
COUNCILMEMBER HERNANDEZ
Status: 6-0-0-1 – Pass
53. Public Hearing: Zoning Ordinance Amendment (ZOA) No. 2023-01: Amendments
to Various Sections of Chapter 41 of the Santa Ana Municipal Code (SAMC)
Related to Increasing the Conditional Use Permit (CUP) Separation Requirement
of Noxious Uses from Sensitive Receptors, Update Massage Establishment
Regulations, Establish a CUP Suspension Process, and Other Edits to Address
Internal Inconsistencies.
Legal notice published in the Orange County Reporter on May 24, 2023.
Department(s): Planning and Building Agency
Recommended Action: Approve first reading of an ordinance approving Zoning
Ordinance Amendment No. 2023-01 to amend various sections of Chapter 41 (Zoning)
of the SAMC.
ORDINANCE NO. NS-3044 entitled ZONING ORDINANCE AMENDMENT NO.
2023-01 – AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA ANA
AMENDING VARIOUS SECTIONS OF CHAPTER 41 (ZONING) OF THE SANTA ANA
MUNICIPAL CODE RELATING TO NOXIOUS USES, MASSAGE
ESTABLISHMENTS, AND RELATED CONFORMING CLARIFYING EDITS; ADDING
A SECTION RELATED TO SUSPENSION OF CONDITIONAL USE PERMITS,
VARIANCES, AND MINOR EXCEPTIONS; AND MAKING OTHER NON-
SUBSTANTIAL EDITS TO ADDRESS EXISTING INTERNAL INCONSISTENCIES
(includes determination that this ordinance is exempt from review under the California
Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) pursuant to section 15060(c)(2) and 15060(c)(3) of
the CEQA Guidelines because it will not result in a direct or reasonably foreseeable
indirect physical change in the environment, as there is no possibility it will have a
significant effect on the environment and it is not a “project,” as defined in Section
15378 of the CEQA Guidelines).
MINUTES: Mayor Amezcua opened the public hearing at 12:23 A.M. on June 7, 2023.
Seeing no request to speak, Mayor Amezcua closed the public hearing at 12:24 A.M.
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Council discussion ensued regarding Zoning Ordinance Amendment (ZOA) No.
2023-01.
MOTION: Councilmember Penaloza moved to approve the recommended
action for Public Hearing Item No. 53, seconded by Councilmember Vazquez.
The motion carried, 6-0-0-1 by the following roll call vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSTAIN:
ABSENT:
COUNCILMEMBER BACERRA, COUNCILMEMBER
PENALOZA, COUNCILMEMBER PHAN, COUNCILMEMBER
VAZQUEZ, MAYOR PRO TEM LOPEZ, MAYOR AMEZCUA
NONE
NONE
COUNCILMEMBER HERNANDEZ
Status: 6-0-0-1 – Pass
54. Public Hearing: City Council De Novo Review of Planning Commission Decision
Regarding Conditional Use Permit No. 2023-09 – Mariscos Hector ABC License
Legal notice published in the Orange County Reporter on May 24, 2023 and notices
mailed on said date.
Department(s): Planning and Building Agency
Recommended Action: It is recommended that the City Council take the following
actions:
1. Conduct a De Novo review of the Planning Commission’s approval of Conditional
Use Permit No. 2023-09 for consistency with the General Plan and compliance with
the Zoning Ordinance, and consider any concerns raised by the City Council, the
public, and interested parties regarding the project; and
2. Based on the De Novo review, the City Council may choose to uphold or modify the
Planning Commission’s approval, make the appropriate findings to deny the
Conditional Use Permit and direct staff to prepare a resolution for adoption, or refer
the Conditional Use Permit back the Planning Commission for reconsideration and
analysis of the issues raised by the City
If approved, adopt RESOLUTION NO. 2023-XXX A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA ANA TO CONDUCT A DE NOVO REVIEW OF
THE PLANNING COMMISSION’S APPROVAL OF CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT
NO. 2023-09 AS CONDITIONED TO ALLOW SALE OF DISTILLED SPIRITS IN
ADDITION TO EXISTING BEER AND WINE SALES FOR ON-PREMISES
CONSUMPTION AT MARISCOS HECTOR SPORTS GRILL LOCATED AT 1208
EAST MCFADDEN AVENUE (includes determination that the project is
categorically exempt from further review under the California Environmental Quality
Act (CEQA) per Section 15301 (Class 1 – Existing Facilities)).
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MINUTES: At 8:12 PM, Mayor Amezcua considered the agenda out of order and
heard Public Hearing Item No. 54 after Agenda Item No. 10. (see Page No.11)
At 12:26 A.M. on June 7, 2023, Mayor Amezcua recessed the City Council to
consider the Housing Authority agenda and reconvened at 12:29 A.M.
CITY MANAGER COMMENTS
MINUTES: City Manager Kristine Ridge announced her attendance at the Orange
County Board of Supervisors meeting where she spoke in opposition to the proposed
contract by the Mental Health Association of Orange County located in Santa Ana.
COUNCIL COMMENTS
AB1234 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 Vazquez congratulated all of the 2023 graduates and
spoke regarding funds allocated for future recall elections.
Mayor Pro Tem Lopez wished her dad and all dads a happy Father’s Day, congratulated
the 2023 graduates, and wished everyone a goodnight.
Councilmember Penaloza thanked Mayor Pro Tem Lopez for extending an invitation to
the Pride Flag raising ceremony and wished everyone a good night.
Councilmember Bacerra announced that his monthly community office hours would be
on Saturday June 10, 2023 at Thornton Park at 10:00 A.M. He congratulated
Segerstrom High School alumni Zoe Velez for her graduation from the United States
Naval Academy and former PAAL member Alexis Mejia for his graduation from Harvard
University, and wished everyone a good night.
Councilmember Phan congratulated the Parks, Recreation, and Community Services
Department for the groundbreaking of a new community center in the Santa Anita
neighborhood. She announced that she would be hosting a My First Home down
payment assistance workshop on June 7, 2023, at the Newhope Library, and wished
everyone a goodnight.
Mayor Amezcua announced that she will be hosting a Mayor’s Walk event on Saturday,
June 10, 2023, at the intersection of 20th Street and Spurgeon. She commented on the
recall election funding and wished everyone a happy Father’s Day, Memorial Day, and
a good night.
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ADJOURNMENT – Adjourn the City Council meeting.
MINUTES: Mayor Amezcua adjourned the meeting at 12:37 A.M. on June 07, 2023.
Respectfully submitted:
___________________________
Jennifer L. Hall, CMC
City Clerk
CITY COUNCIL 1 June 20, 2023
DRAFT Minutes of the Regular Meeting of the
City Council
City of Santa Ana, California
June 20, 2023
CLOSED SESSION MEETING – 5:00 P.M.
REGULAR OPEN MEETING – 5:45 P.M.
(Immediately following the Closed Session Meeting)
CITY COUNCIL CHAMBER
22 Civic Center Plaza, Santa Ana, CA 92701
CLOSED SESSION
CALL TO ORDER
MINUTES: Mayor Amezcua called the Closed Session Meeting to order at 5:03 P.M.
ATTENDANCE Council Members Phil Bacerra
Johnathan Ryan Hernandez David
Penaloza
Thai Viet Phan Benjamin
Vazquez
Mayor Pro Tem Jessie Lopez
Mayor Valerie Amezcua
City Manager Kristine Ridge
City Attorney Sonia R. Carvalho
City Clerk Jennifer L. Hall
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ROLL CALL
MINUTES: City Clerk Jennifer L. Hall conducted roll call.
Councilmembers Bacerra, Penaloza, Phan and Vazquez, and Mayor Amezcua were
present. Councilmember Hernandez and Mayor Pro Tem Lopez joined the meeting during
Closed Session.
ADDITIONS\DELETIONS TO CLOSED SESSION
MINUTES: City Clerk Jennifer L. Hall stated there were no revisions to the Closed
Session agenda.
PUBLIC COMMENTS – Members of the public may address the City Council on Closed
Session items.
MINUTES: No public comments were received regarding Closed Session agenda items.
RECESS – City Council will recess to Closed Session for the purpose of conducting regular
City business.
MINUTES: Mayor Amezcua recessed to consider the Closed Session items at 5:04 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: Micah’s
Way v. City of Santa Ana, et al., United States District Court, Case No. 8:23-
CV-00183-DOC-KES
2. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL –SIGNIFICANT EXPOSURE TO
LITIGATION pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(2):
One (1) matter [HCD and Californians for Homeownership]
3. CONFERENCE WITH LABOR NEGOTIATOR pursuant to Government Code Section
54957.6(a):
Agency Negotiators: Jason Motsick, Human Resources Executive Director
Employee Organizations:
Santa Ana Police Officers Association (POA)
RECONVENE – City Council will reconvene to continue regular City business.
CITY COUNCIL 3 June 20, 2023
CITY COUNCIL REGULAR OPEN SESSION
CALL TO ORDER
MINUTES: Mayor Amezcua called the Regular City Council meeting to order at 6:22 P.M.
ROLL CALL
MINUTES: City Clerk Jennifer L. Hall conducted roll call.
Councilmembers Bacerra, Hernandez, Penaloza, Phan, and Vazquez, Mayor Pro Tem
Lopez, and Mayor Amezcua were present.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE Martha Rivera
WORDS OF INSPIRATION Rabbi Sharon Sobel, Temple Beth Sholom
ADDITIONS\DELETIONS TO THE AGENDA
MINUTES: City Attorney Sonia Carvalho announced that an immediate need to take
action arose following the posting of the agenda to include urgency and regular
ordinances for City Council’s consideration related to the exemption of certain parcels
from the requirements of Assembly Bill 2011 and Senate Bill 6.
MOTION: Mayor Amezcua moved to add Item No. 32-A to the agenda to allow City
Council consideration of two urgency ordinances and the first reading of two
ordinances., seconded by Councilmember Bacerra.
The motion carried, 7-0, by the following roll call vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSTAIN:
ABSENT:
COUNCILMEMBER BACERRA, COUNCILMEMBER
HERNANDEZ COUNCILMEMBER PENALOZA,
COUNCILMEMBER PHAN, COUNCILMEMBER VAZQUEZ,
MAYOR PRO TEM LOPEZ, MAYOR AMEZCUA
NONE
NONE
NONE
Status: 7-0 – Pass, Item added to agenda
See page 31 for subsequent reconsideration of Item No. 32-A.
CEREMONIAL PRESENTATIONS
1. Proclamation presented by Mayor Amezcua to Dorothy “Dottie” Brown for Outstanding Contributions to the Community.
2. Certificate of Recognition presented by Mayor Pro Tem Lopez to Grupo La Familia
LGBTQ+ for Outstanding Contributions to the Community.
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3. Certificates of Recognition presented by Councilmember Bacerra to Santa Ana
College Dons Baseball team for winning the 2023 CCCAA State Championship.
4. Proclamation presented by Councilmember Phan to Parks & Recreation declaring
July 2023, as Park and Recreation Month 2023: Where Community Grows.
MINUTES: Mayor Amezcua presented Dorothy “Dottie” Brown a proclamation for
outstanding contributions to the community and wished her a Happy Birthday.
Mayor Pro Tem Lopez recognized Grupo La Familia for outstanding contributions
to the community and thanked them for their work with the LGBTQ community.
Councilmember Bacerra recognized the Santa Ana College baseball team for their
fourth state CCCA A State Championship.
Councilmember Phan presented a proclamation to Parks and Recreation declaring
July 2023, as Park and Recreation Month 2023.
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:
Mayor Amezcua announced that public comment time is limited to two minutes per
speaker.
City Clerk Jennifer L. Hall reported out the summary of email comments received: nine (9)
non-agenda comments, one (1) comment regarding Agenda Item No. 25, and five (5)
comments regarding Agenda Item No. 32.
The following speakers addressed Council via teleconference:
1. Victor Mendez provided comments regarding Agenda Item No. 25.
2. Mireya Guillen spoke in support of Mayor Amezcua and thanked the Parks and
Recreation Department for bringing back the concerts in the park.
3. Verenice Cuellar provided comments in opposition to illegal street vendors.
4. Carl Benninger provided comments in support of Mayor Amezcua.
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The following speakers addressed Council in-person:
5. Jaydelyn Verdin provided comments on the Police Officers Association.
6. Maria Alejandra Barbosa (translation: Spanish) requested Council designate funds
to tenant legal defense.
7. Boris Gresely provided comments regarding Agenda Item No. 32.
8. Jannah provided comments regarding Assembly Bill 2011 and Senate Bill 6.
9. Dale Helvig spoke in support of Agenda Item No 32 and 32A.
10. John Ramirez spoke regarding the School Crossing Guard Program.
11. Mario Alvarado thanked the Council for their leadership.
12. Juliana Musheyeu spoke in support of Assembly Bill 2011 and Senate Bill 6.
13. Danny Vega thanked Mayor Amezcua for her hard work and leadership.
14. Nellie LeGaspie spoke regarding the June 17, 2023 Juneteenth Festival.
15. Mia Verdin spoke regarding the recall election efforts against Mayor Pro Tem
Lopez.
16. Fernando Delgado spoke regarding recall election efforts against Mayor Pro Tem
Lopez.
17. Miguel Angel Vazquez (translation: Spanish) congratulated Mayor Amezcua for
being the first female mayor and spoke regarding the female empowerment group
Grupo Versage.
18. Karla Rosales spoke regarding Grupo Versage and requested funding and
assistance to obtain a permanent meeting space.
19. Madison Romero spoke of her membership in Grupo Versage and requested
funding to obtain a permanent meeting space.
20. Sue Pallack advocated for Sean wh o is a resident of the Carnegie Shelter and the
transportation hardships he is experiencing.
21. Ray Diaz provided comments in support of Mayor Pro Tem Lopez and in
opposition to the recall efforts against her.
22. Irma Jauregui thanked Mayor Amezcua for her hard work and leadership.
23. Martha Rivera spoke in appreciation of Mayor Amezcua and her contributions to
the City.
24. Ana Laura Padilla spoke in appreciation of Mayor Amezcua ’s dedication and hard
work.
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25. Selica Diaz thanked Mayor Amezcua and City staff for th eir hard work and
requested staff reopen the digital library located inside of the Roosevelt Walker
Community Center.
26. Ginette Sanchez thanked Mayor Amezcua for her community outreach efforts and
spoke regarding business disruption in downtown.
27. Araceli Cazales thanked Mayor Amezcua for her hard work.
RECOMMENDED ACTION: Approve staff recommendations on the following
Consent Calendar Items: 5 through 30.
MINUTES: At 7:57 P.M., Councilmember Hernandez requested a brief comment on
Agenda Item No. 8 and recorded a No vote on Agenda Item No. 25.
Councilmember Phan requested a brief comment on Agenda Item No. 8 and recused
herself from Agenda Item Nos. 19 and 21 as the listed entities are clients of her employer,
Rutan and Tucker.
Councilmember Bacerra pulled Agenda Item Nos. 15 and 23 for separate discussion and
consideration.
Mayor Pro Tem Lopez recorded a No vote on Agenda Item No. 25.
Councilmember Penaloza requested a brief comment on Agenda Item No. 8.
Councilmember Vazquez recorded a No vote on Agenda Item No. 25.
MOTION: Councilmember Hernandez moved to approve staff recommendations on
the following Consent Calendar Items: 5 through 30 with the exception of Agenda
Item Nos. 15 and 23, seconded by Mayor Amezcua.
The motion carried, 7-0, by the following roll call vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSTAIN:
ABSENT:
COUNCILMEMBER BACERRA, COUNCILMEMBER
HERNANDEZ, COUNCILMEMBER PENALOZA,
COUNCILMEMBER PHAN, COUNCILMEMBER VAZQUEZ,
MAYOR PRO TEM LOPEZ, MAYOR AMEZCUA
NONE
NONE
NONE
Status: 7 – 0 - Pass
CONSENT CALENDAR
CITY COUNCIL 7 June 20, 2023
5. Excused Absences
Department(s): City Clerk’s Office
Recommended Action: Excuse the absent members.
6. Appoint Claudio Gallegos Nominated by Councilmember Penaloza as the Ward 6
Representative to the Community Development Commission for a Full-Term
Expiring December 8, 2026
Department(s): City Clerk’s Office
Recommended Action: Appoint Claudio Gallegos to the Community Development
Commission as the Ward 6 representative and administer Oath of Office.
MINUTES: City Clerk Jennifer L. Hall administered the Oath of Office to Claudio
Gallegos.
7. Local Area Subsequent Designation and Local Board Recertification Program Year
(PY) 2023-25
Department(s): Community Development Agency
Recommended Action: Authorize the Mayor to sign the Program Year (PY) 2023-25
Subsequent Local Area Designation and Local Board Recertification application and
direct staff to submit to the California Workforce Development Board (Agreement No.
2023-125).
8. Receive and File Update on Prentice Park Deed and Zoo Master Plan
Department(s): Parks, Recreation, and Community Services
Recommended Action: Receive and file.
MINUTES: Councilmember Phan thanked the Parks, Recreation, and Community
Services staff for all of their hard work.
Mayor Pro Tem Lopez thanked the Parks, Recreation, and Community Services staff
for all of their hard work.
Councilmember Vazquez thanked the Parks , Recreation, and Community Services
staff for all of their hard work.
Councilmember Bacerra thanked staff for workin g with the Prentice Family to ensure
a mutual agreement.
Mayor Amezcua spoke in appreciation of the Santa Ana Zoo and the different
exhibits.
Parks, Recreation, and Community Services Director Hawk Scott and Deputy Director
Ethan Fischer thanked Council for their support and spoke regarding upcoming zoo
events.
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9. Receive and File the Certification of Approval by City Engineer of the Final Tract
Map 2022-02, County Tract Map No. 19178 (1814 and 1818 East First Street)
(Applicant: Brandywine Acquisition Group, LLC)
Department(s): Public Works Agency
Recommended Action: Receive and file the certification of approval by City Engineer
of the Final Tract Map 2022-02, County Tract No. 19178.
10. Receive and File the Certification of Approval by City Engineer of the Final Tract
Map 2019-02, County Tract Map No. 19064 (301 and 305 North Mountain View
Street) (Applicant: Olympia Capital Corporation)
Department(s): Public Works Agency
Recommended Action: Receive and file the certification of approval by City Engineer
of the Final Tract Map 2019-02, County Tract No. 19064.
11. Approve Budget Reallocation of Unspent Capital Improvement Funds in the
Amount of $68,980 to the ADA Transition Plan (Project No. 23-6069) (Non-General
Fund)
Department(s): Public Works Agency
Recommended Action: Authorize the reallocation of unspent capital improvement funds
in the amount of $68,980 from the Council Chambers Entry Doors and Floor
Modifications Project (No. 17-0151) to the ADA Transition Plan (Project No. 23-6069).
12. Award a Purchase Order in the amount of $376,500 to Cummins, Inc. for One
Commercial Diesel Generator Set for the City’s Corporate Yard (Specification
23-093) (General Fund)
Department(s): Public Works Agency
Recommended Action: Authorize a one-time award and payment of Purchase Order to
Cummins, Inc. for the procurement of a commercial diesel generator set in the amount of
$376,500, subject to non-substantive changes approved by the City
Manager and City Attorney.
13. Award a Purchase Order to Transwest Truck Center, LLC for Three Ford Super Duty
F-550 Valve Trucks in an Amount Not to Exceed $690,000 (Specification No. 23-074)
(Non-General Fund)
Department(s): Public Works Agency
Recommended Action: Authorize a one-time purchase and payment of purchase order
to Transwest Truck Center, LLC for three Ford Super Duty F-550 Valve Trucks, in the
amount of $673,275, plus a contingency amount of $16,725, for a total amount not to
exceed $690,000, subject to non-substantive changes approved by the City Manager and
City Attorney.
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14. Award Aggregate Blanket Order Contracts to B&D Towing, Inc., Greater Southern
California Towing, Inc., and MetroPro Towing, Inc. in an Annual Aggregate Amount
not to Exceed $100,000 (Specification No. 23-079) (General and Non-General Fund)
Department(s): Public Works Agency
Recommended Action: Award an aggregate blanket order contracts to B&D Towing,
Inc., Greater Southern California Towing, Inc., and MetroPro Towing, Inc. for on-call towing
services for City vehicles for a one-year term beginning July 1, 2023, and expiring June
30, 2024, with provisions for four one-year renewal options, in an annual aggregate
amount of $100,000, with a total aggregate contract amount not to exceed $500,000,
subject to non-substantive changes approved by the City Manager and City Attorney.
15. Award a Construction Contract to All American Asphalt in the Amount of $2,014,055
for the Main Street Rehabilitation from MacArthur Boulevard to Dyer Road and St.
Gertrude Place at Orange Avenue Project, with an Estimated Project Delivery Cost
of $2,417,000 (Project No. 22-6988)(Project No. 23-6482) (General and Non-General
Fund)
Department(s): Public Works Agency
Recommended Action: 1. Approve an amendment to the Fiscal Year 2022-23 Capital
Improvement Program to include $250,000 of funding in the General Fund for the Main
Street Rehabilitation from MacArthur Boulevard to Dyer Road and St. Gertrude Place at
Orange Avenue Project.
2. Authorize budget reallocation of $361,000 in unspent Roadway Maintenance and
Rehabilitation Account (SB-1) from the Euclid Rehabilitation from South City Limits to
McFadden Improvement (No. 20-6961) Project to construction funds for the Main Street
Rehabilitation from Macarthur Boulevard to Dyer Road and St. Gertrude Place at Orange
Avenue Project (No. 22-6988) to complete the project funding requirement.
3. Award a construction contract to All American Asphalt, the lowest responsible bidder,
in accordance with the base bid in the amount of $2,014,055, for construction
of the Main Street Rehabilitation from MacArthur Boulevard to Dyer Road and St.
Gertrude Place at Orange Avenue Project, for the term beginning June 20, 2023, and
ending upon project completion, and authorize the City Manager to execute the contract
subject to non-substantive changes approved by the City Manager and the City Attorney.
4. Approve the Project Cost Analysis for a total estimated construction delivery cost of
$2,417,000, which includes $2,014,055 for the construction contract, $201,406 for
contract administration, inspection and testing, and a $201,539 project contingency for
unanticipated or unforeseen work.
5. Determine that the recommended actions are exempt from further review in
accordance with the California Environmental Quality Act as Categorical Exemption
Environmental Review No. ER-2023-57 was filed for the project.
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MINUTES: Councilmember Bacerra moved to amend the allocation for any unspent
funds to resurface MacArthur Place.
Councilmember Penaloza thanked staff for inspecting the work being performed by
the contractor.
MOTION: Councilmember Bacerra moved to approve Item No. 15 as amended to
allocate any unspent funds to resurface MacArthur Place , seconded by Mayor
Amezcua.
The motion carried, 6-1, by the following roll call vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSTAIN:
ABSENT:
COUNCILMEMBER BACERRA, COUNCILMEMBER
HERNANDEZ COUNCILMEMBER PENALOZA,
COUNCILMEMBER PHAN, COUNCILMEMBER VAZQUEZ,
MAYOR AMEZCUA
MAYOR PRO TEM LOPEZ
NONE
NONE
Status: 6-1 – Pass
16. Approve an Appropriation Adjustment and Award a Construction Contract to
Baker Electric & Renewables LLC in the Amount of $597,000 for the Street Light
Poles Replacement Project, with an Estimated Project Delivery Cost of $863,899
(Project No. 23-6033) (Non-General Fund)
Department(s): Public Works Agency
Recommended Action: 1. Approve an appropriation adjustment to recognize Southern
California Edison Streetlights Energy Credit in an amount of $863,899 in the Public
Works/ Miscellaneous revenue account, and appropriate the same amount to the PWA
Street Lighting, Improvements Other than Buildings expenditure account. (Requires five
affirmative votes)
1. Approve an amendment to the Fiscal Year 2022-23 Capital Improvement Program to
include $863,899 of funding in Southern California Edison Energy Cost Refund Funds for
Streetlight Upgrades.
2. Award a construction contract to Baker Electric & Renewables LLC, the lowest
responsible bidder, in accordance with the base bid in the amount of $597,000, for
construction of the Streetlight Poles Replacement Project, for the term beginning June 20,
2023, and ending upon project completion, and authorize the City Manager to execute the
contract subject to non-substantive changes approved by the City Manager and the City
Attorney.
3. Approve the Project Cost Analysis for a total estimated construction delivery cost of
$863,899, which includes $597,000 for the construction contract, $117,649 for contract
administration, inspection and testing, and a $149,250 project contingency for
unanticipated or unforeseen work.
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17. Approve an Agreement with J Smith & T Muli, Inc. in an Amount not to Exceed
$325,000 to provide Aquatic Engineering Services for Thornton Park Lake
Renovations for a Three-Year Term (General Fund)
Department(s): Public Works Agency
Recommended Action: Authorize the City Manager to execute an agreement with J
Smith & T Muli, Inc. to provide aquatic engineering services for Thornton Park Lake
renovations in the amount of $289,947, with a contingency of $35,053, for a total amount
not to exceed $325,000, for a three-year term beginning June 20, 2023 and ending June
19, 2026, with an option for two, one-year extensions, subject to non- substantive changes
approved by the City Manager and City Attorney (Agreement No. 2023-115).
18. Approve an Agreement with Clanton & Associates, Inc. to Prepare a Street Lighting
Master Plan for an Amount Not to Exceed $640,475, for up to a Four-Year Term
(General Fund)
Department(s): Public Works Agency
Recommended Action: 1.Authorize budget reallocation of $116,416 in unspent
Streetlight Maintenance Service Enhancement Account (General Fund) funds from the
Riverview Neighborhood Street Lighting Project (No. 23-6030) to the Street Lighting
Master Plan.
2. Authorize the City Manager to execute a consultant agreement with Clanton &
Associates, Inc. to prepare a Street Lighting Master Plan for an amount not to exceed
$640,475, for a two-year term beginning June 20, 2023 and expiring June 19, 2025, with
provisions for two, one-year extensions, subject to non-substantive changes approved by
the City Manager and City Attorney (Agreement No. 2023-116).
19. Memorandum of Understanding with the County of Orange, the City of Anaheim, the
City of Irvine, and the City of Santa Ana for the Homeless Housing, Assistance and
Prevention (HHAP) Program Regional Coordination
Department(s): Community Development Agency
Recommended Action: Authorize the City Manager to execute the Memorandum of
Understanding with the County of Orange, the City of Anaheim, and the City of Irvine, to
support regional coordination to address homelessness challenges (Agreement No.
2023-117).
CITY COUNCIL 12 June 20, 2023
MOTION: Councilmember Hernandez moved to approve the recommended
action for Item No. 19 as part of the Consent Calendar , seconded by Mayor
Amezcua.
The motion carried, 6-0-1, by the following roll call vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSTAIN:
ABSENT:
COUNCILMEMBER BACERRA, COUNCILMEMBER
HERNANDEZ, COUNCILMEMBER PENALOZA,
COUNCILMEMBER VAZQUEZ, MAYOR PRO TEM LOPEZ,
MAYOR AMEZCUA
NONE
COUNCILMEMBER PHAN (recusal)
NONE
Status: 6 – 0 – 1 - Pass
20. Approve an Agreement with the Orange County Children’s Therapeutic Arts Center
for a Total Amount not to exceed $200,000 to Serve Foster and Youth with
Disabilities (Non-General Fund)
Department(s): Community Development Agency
Recommended Action: Authorize the City Manager to execute an agreement with the
Orange County Children’s Therapeutic Arts Center (OCCTAC) to provide services to
foster and youth with disabilities, for a one-year term beginning July 1, 2023 and expiring
June 30, 2024, in a total amount not to exceed $200,000, subject to non- substantive
changes approved by the City Manager and City Attorney (Agreement No. 2023-118).
21. Approve Purchase and Sale Agreement with Property Owner Dyer 18 LLC for the
Acquisition of Real Property and Improvements located at 1815 East Carnegie
Avenue, Santa Ana, CA 92705 (APN 430-021-02)
Department(s): Community Development Agency
Recommended Action: 1. Authorize the City Manager to execute a Purchase and Sale
Agreement with Property Owner Dyer 18 LLC for the Acquisition of Real Property and
Improvements located at 1815 East Carnegie Avenue, Santa Ana, CA, 92705, also
identified as APN 430-021-02 (Property), in the amount of $12,750,000, subject to
non-substantive changes approved by the City Manager and City Attorney (Agreement
No. 2023-119).
1. Approve an appropriation adjustment to recognize $1,100,000 in Opioid Settlement
Funding from the State of California’s Department of Health Care Services and
appropriate the same amount into the Community Development Agency, Buildings and
Building Improvement expenditure account. (Requires five affirmative votes)
2. Approve an appropriation adjustment to utilize prior year fund balance in the amount
of $3,753,571 to the Inclusionary Housing Fund, Buildings and Building Improvement
expenditure account. (Requires five affirmative votes)
CITY COUNCIL 13 June 20, 2023
MOTION: Councilmember Hernandez moved to approve the recommended
action for Item No. 21 as part of the Consent Calendar, seconded by Mayor
Amezcua.
The motion carried, 6-0-1, by the following roll call vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSTAIN:
ABSENT:
COUNCILMEMBER BACERRA, COUNCILMEMBER
HERNANDEZ, COUNCILMEMBER PENALOZA,
COUNCILMEMBER VAZQUEZ, MAYOR PRO TEM LOPEZ,
MAYOR AMEZCUA
NONE
COUNCILMEMBER PHAN (recusal)
NONE
Status: 6 – 0 – 1 - Pass
22. Approve Third Amendment to Agreement with Aramark Correctional Services, LLC
for an Additional Amount of $1,624,971 to Provide Inmate Meals and Commissary
Management (General Fund)
Department(s): Police Department
Recommended Action: Authorize the City Manager to execute the third amendment to
the agreement with Aramark Correctional Services, LLC, to provide inmate meals and
commissary management for the period of July 1, 2023 through June 30, 2024 in the
additional amount of $1,624,971, for a total aggregate amount not to exceed $6,103,688,
subject to non-substantive changes approved by the City Manager and City Attorney
(Agreement No. 2023-120).
23. Approve Agreement with LAZ Parking California, LLC for Parking Enforcement
Services for the Police Department in an Amount not to Exceed $1,876,888
(General Fund)
Department(s): Police Department
Recommended Action: Authorize the City Manager to execute a two-year agreement
with LAZ Parking California, LLC for parking enforcement services, for the period of July
1, 2023 through June 30, 2025, with the option of three 1-year renewals, in an amount not
to exceed $1,876,888, subject to non-substantive changes approved by the City Manager
and City Attorney (Agreement No. 2023-121).
MINUTES: Council discussion ensued regarding LAZ Parking LLC and permit parking
enforcement.
CITY COUNCIL 14 June 20, 2023
MOTION: Councilmember Bacerra moved to approve the recommended action
for Item No. 23, seconded by Councilmember Penaloza.
The motion carried, 7-0, by the following roll call vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSTAIN:
ABSENT:
COUNCILMEMBER BACERRA, COUNCILMEMBER
HERNANDEZ COUNCILMEMBER PENALOZA,
COUNCILMEMBER PHAN, COUNCILMEMBER VAZQUEZ,
MAYOR PRO TEM LOPEZ, MAYOR AMEZCUA
NONE
NONE
NONE
Status: 7-0 - Pass
24. Approve Agreements for Temporary Employee Staffing Services with AppleOne,
Inc., Cathyjon Enterprises, Inc. dba HB Staffing, Helpmates Staffing, Kimco Staffing
Services, Inc., SoftHQ, Inc., TEC Group, Inc., and The Good Job Company in a
Not-to- Exceed Aggregate Amount of $2,000,000 (Specification No.23-051)
(General Fund)
Department(s): Human Resources
Recommended Action: Authorize the City Manager to execute agreements with
vendors listed below for temporary employee staffing services on an as-needed basis in
an aggregate amount not-to-exceed $2,000,000, from July 1, 2023 through June 30, 2026
with the option for two (2), one (1)-year extensions, subject to non- substantive changes
approved by the City Manager and City Attorney (Core Agreement No. 2023-122).
1. AppleOne, Inc. (Torrance, CA)
2. Cathyjon Enterprises, Inc. dba HB Staffing (Huntington Beach, CA)
3. Helpmates Staffing (Irvine, CA)
4. Kimco Staffing Services, Inc. (Irvine, CA)
5. SoftHQ, Inc. (San Diego, CA)
6. TEC Group, Inc. (Irvine, CA)
7. The Good Job Company (La Jolla, CA)
25. Adoption of a Memorandum of Understanding (“MOU”) Establishing the Terms and
Conditions of Employment for Classifications Represented by the Santa Ana
Police Officers Association (“SAPOA”) Effective January 1, 2023 through
December 31, 2023, and Adoption of a Resolution Updating the Compensation and
Salary Schedule of Sworn Classifications of the Santa Ana Police Management
Association (“SAPMA”)
Department(s): Human Resources
CITY COUNCIL 15 June 20, 2023
Recommended Action: 1. Authorize the City Manager to execute a Memorandum of
Understanding with SAPOA regarding wages, hours, and other terms and conditions of
employment effective January 1, 2023 through December 31, 2023, and authorize
non-substantive changes which may be necessary to implement the agreement
(Agreement No. 2023-123).
2. Adopt a resolution updating the compensation and salary schedule for sworn
classifications of the SAPMA.
RESOLUTION NO. 2023-032 entitled A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF SANTA ANA TO EFFECT CERTAIN CHANGES TO THE CITY’S
CLASSIFICATION AND COMPENSATION PLAN
MOTION: Councilmember Hernandez moved to approve the recommended
action for Item No. 25 as part of the Consent Calendar , seconded by Mayor
Amezcua.
The motion carried, 4-3 by the following roll call vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSTAIN:
ABSENT:
COUNCILMEMBER BACERRA, COUNCILMEMBER
PENALOZA, COUNCILMEMBER PHAN, MAYOR AMEZCUA
COUNCILMEMBER HERNANDEZ, COUNCILMEMBER
VAZQUEZ, MAYOR PRO TEM LOPEZ
NONE
NONE
Status: 4 – 3 - Pass
26. Adopt a Resolution Establishing the Appropriations Limit of the City of Santa Ana
for Fiscal Year (FY) 2023-24
Department(s): Finance and Management Services
Recommended Action: Adopt a resolution establishing the appropriations limit of the
City of Santa Ana for FY 2023-24, as required by state law.
RESOLUTION NO. 2023-033 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF SANTA ANA ESTABLISHING THE APPROPRIATION LIMIT OF THE CITY OF SANTA
ANA FOR FISCAL YEAR 2023-2024
27. Approve Resolution for the Fiscal Year 2023-24 Senate Bill 1 Local Streets and
Roads, Road Repair and Accountability Act Funding Program to Receive an
Estimated Funding Amount of $7,673,409 for Capital Improvement Projects (Non-
General Fund)
Department(s): Public Works Agency
CITY COUNCIL 16 June 20, 2023
Recommended Action: Adopt a Resolution affirming the Fiscal Year 2023-24 Senate
Bill 1 projects list and anticipated Road Maintenance and Rehabilitation Account funding
in the amount of $7,673,409, to be submitted to the California Transportation
Commission for budgeting the Fiscal Year 2023-24 Capital Improvement Program and
maintaining eligibility for Road Repair and Accountability Act funding.
RESOLUTION NO. 2023-034 entitled A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF SANTA ANA ADOPTING A LIST OF PROJECTS TO BE FUNDED FOR
FISCAL YEAR 2023-24 BY SB 1: THE ROAD REPAIR AND ACCOUNTABILITY ACT OF
2017
28. Adopt Resolutions to Maintain Orange County Transportation Authority’s Measure
M2 Funding Eligibility for Fiscal Year 2023-2024
Department(s): Public Works Agency
Recommended Action:
1. Adopt a Resolution affirming consistency between the City’s Mobility Element and the
Orange County Master Plan of Arterial Highways, concurring with the existing
Transportation System Improvement Area fee program to maintain Orange County
Transportation Authority Measure M2 eligibility Program funding, approximated to exceed
$6.5 million dollars for Fiscal Year 2023-24.
RESOLUTION NO. 2023-035 entitled A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF SANTA ANA CONCERNING THE STATUS AND UPDATE OF THE MOBILITY
ELEMENT, AND MITIGATION FEE PROGRAM FOR THE MEASURE M (M2)
PROGRAM
2. Adopt a Resolution confirming the status and update of the City's 2023 Local Signal
Synchronization Plan to maintain eligibility for Measure M2 Program funding.
RESOLUTION NO. 2023-036 entitled A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF SANTA ANA CONCERNING THE STATUS AND UPDATE OF THE LOCAL
SIGNAL SYNCHRONIZATION PLAN FOR THE MEASURE M (M2) PROGRAM
29. Adopt City Council Ordinance No. NS-3043 Appropriating Monies to the Several
Offices, Agencies and Departments of the City of Santa Ana for the Fiscal Year
Budget Period Commencing July 1, 2023
First reading at the June 6, 2023 City Council meeting, approved by a vote of 6-0-1
(Hernandez absent).
Published in the Orange County Reporter on June 9, 2023.
Department(s): Finance and Management Services
Recommended Action: Approve the second reading and adopt Ordinance No. NS-
3043 to appropriate monies to the several offices, agencies, and departments of the City
for Fiscal Year 2023-24 (FY23-24), which begins on July 1, 2023 and ends on June 30,
2024.
CITY COUNCIL 17 June 20, 2023
ORDINANCE NO. NS- 3043 entitled AN 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, 2023
30. Zoning Ordinance Amendment No. 2023-01: Amendment to Various Sections of
Chapter 41 of the Santa Ana Municipal Code (SAMC) Related to Increasing the
Conditional Use Permit (CUP) Separation Requirement of Noxious Uses from
Sensitive Receptors, Update Massage Establishment Regulations, Establish a CUP
Suspension Process, and Other Edits to Address Internal Inconsistencies
First reading at the June 6, 2023 City Council meeting, approved by a vote of 6-0-1
(Hernandez absent).
Published in the Orange County Reporter on June 9, 2023.
Department(s): Planning and Building Agency
Recommended Action: Conduct a second reading and adopt Zoning Ordinance
Amendment No. 2023-01 amending various sections of Chapter 41 of the Santa Ana
Municipal Code (SAMC) related to increasing the Conditional Use Permit (CUP)
separation requirement of noxious uses from sensitive receptors, updating massage
establishment regulations, establishing a CUP suspension process, and other edits to
address internal inconsistencies.
ORDINANCE NO. NS-3044 entitled ZONING ORDINANCE AMENDMENT NO. 2023-01 –
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA ANA AMENDING
VARIOUS SECTIONS OF CHAPTER 41 (ZONING) OF THE SANTA ANA MUNICIPAL
CODE RELATING TO NOXIOUS USES, MASSAGE ESTABLISHMENTS, AND
RELATED CONFORMING CLARIFYING EDITS; ADDING A SECTION RELATED TO
SUSPENSION OF CONDITIONAL USE PERMITS, VARIANCES, AND MINOR
EXCEPTIONS; AND MAKING OTHER NON- SUBSTANTIAL EDITS TO ADDRESS
EXISTING INTERNAL INCONSISTENCIES (includes determination that this ordinance is
exempt from review under the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) pursuant to
section 15060(c)(2) and 15060(c)(3) of the CEQA Guidelines because it will not result in
a direct or reasonably foreseeable indirect physical change in the environment, as there
is no possibility it will have a significant effect on the environment and it is not a “project,”
as defined in Section 15378 of the CEQA Guidelines).
**END OF CONSENT CALENDAR**
MINUTES: At 8:18 P.M., Mayor Amezcua considered the agenda out of order and
heard Item Nos. 32 and 32-A prior to Item No. 31.
BUSINESS CALENDAR
CITY COUNCIL 18 June 20, 2023
32. Resolutions of the City of Santa Ana City Council Exempting Certain Eligible
Parcels in the City of Santa Ana from the Requirements of Assembly Bill 2011 and
Senate Bill 6 Pursuant to California Government Code Sections 65912.114,
65912.124, and 65852.24 (continued from City Council meeting of May 16, 2023,
Item No. 28)
Department(s): Planning and Building Agency
Recommended Action:
1. Adopt a resolution exempting certain eligible parcels in the City of Santa Ana from the
requirements of Assembly Bill 2011 pursuant to California Government Code Sections
65912.114 and 65912.124; and
RESOLUTION NO. 2023-037 entitled A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF SANTA ANA EXERCISING ITS RETENTION OF LOCAL LAND USE
CONTROL PURSUANT TO CALIFORNIA GOVERNMENT CODE SECTIONS
65912.114(i) AND 65912.124(i) AND EXEMPTING CERTAIN PARCELS FROM
CALIFORNIA GOVERNMENT CODE SECTIONS 65912.114 AND 65912.124
BASED UPON WRITTEN FINDINGS (includes determination that this Resolution is
not subject to the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) because it is an
organizational or administrative activity that will not result in direct or indirect physical
changes in the environment and is therefore not a “project,” pursuant to Section
15378(b)(5) of the CEQA Guidelines)
2. Adopt a resolution exempting certain eligible parcels in the City of Santa Ana from
the requirements of Senate Bill 6 pursuant to California Government Code Section
65852.24.
RESOLUTION NO. 2023-038 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF SANTA ANA EXERCISING ITS RETENTION OF LOCAL LAND USE
CONTROL PURSUANT TO CALIFORNIA GOVERNMENT CODE SECTION
65852.24(e) AND EXEMPTING CERTAIN PARCELS FROM CALIFORNIA
GOVERNMENT CODE SECTION 65852.24 BASED UPON WRITTEN FINDINGS
(includes determination that this Resolution is not subject to the California
Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) because it is an organizational or administrative
activity that will not result in direct or indirect physical changes in the environment and
is therefore not a “project,” pursuant to Section 15378(b)(5) of the CEQA Guidelines)
32-A. ORDINANCE NO. NS-3045 entitled AN UNCODIFIED URGENCY ORDINANCE OF
THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA ANA EXERCISING ITS RETENTION OF
LOCAL LAND USE CONTROL PURSUANT TO CALIFORNIA GOVERNMENT CODE
SECTIONS 65912.114(i) AND 65912.124(i) AND EXEMPTING CERTAIN PARCELS
FROM CALIFORNIA GOVERNMENT CODE SECTIONS 65912.114 AND 65912.124
BASED UPON WRITTEN FINDINGS
CITY COUNCIL 19 June 20, 2023
ORDINANCE NO. NS-3046 entitled AN UNCODIFIED URGENCY ORDINANCE OF THE
CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA ANA EXERCISING ITS RETENTION OF
LOCAL LAND USE CONTROL PURSUANT TO CALIFORNIA GOVERNMENT CODE
SECTION 65852.24(e) AND EXEMPTING CERTAIN PARCELS FROM CALIFORNIA
GOVERNMENT CODE SECTION 65852.24 BASED UPON WRITTEN FINDINGS
ORDINANCE NO. NS-3047 entitled AN UNCODIFIED ORDINANCE OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA ANA EXERCISING ITS RETENTION OF LOCAL
LAND USE CONTROL PURSUANT TO CALIFORNIA GOVERNMENT CODE
SECTIONS 65912.114(i) AND 65912.124(i) AND EXEMPTING CERTAIN PARCELS
FROM CALIFORNIA GOVERNMENT CODE SECTIONS 65912.114 AND 65912.124
BASED UPON WRITTEN FINDINGS (first reading)
ORDINANCE NO. NS-3048 entitled AN UNCODIFIED ORDINANCE OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA ANA EXERCISING ITS RETENTION OF LOCAL
LAND USE CONTROL PURSUANT TO CALIFORNIA GOVERNMENT CODE SECTION
65852.24(e) AND EXEMPTING CERTAIN PARCELS FROM CALIFORNIA
GOVERNMENT CODE SECTION 65852.24 BASED UPON WRITTEN FINDINGS (first
reading)
MINUTES: Planning and Building Director Minh Thai provided a brief presentation.
City Attorney Sonia Carvalho announced that an immediate need to take action arose
following the posting of the agenda to include urgency and regular ordinances for City
Council’s consideration related to the exemption of certain parcels from the
requirements of Assembly Bill 2011 and Senate Bill 6.
MOTION: Councilmember Penaloza moved to approve all recommended actions
including the additional urgency and regular ordinances for Agenda Item Nos. 32
and 32A, seconded by Councilmember Bacerra.
Councilmember Vazquez inquired about sunsetting the ordinances.
Mayor Pro Tem Lopez requested to publish a map that indicates the location of the
new AB2011 parcels.
Planning and Building Director Minh Thai clarified that a map identifying the new
AB2011 parcels has already been drafted by staff and will be provided to the public.
Councilmember Bacerra provided comments on the California Department of Housing
and Community Development.
Mayor Amezcua spoke regarding the City exceeding the Regional Housing Needs
Allocation (RHNA) by two thousand four hundred percent (2400%).
MOTION: Councilmember Penaloza moved to approve all recommended actions
including the additional urgency and regular ordinances for Agenda Item Nos.
32 and 32A, seconded by Councilmember Bacerra.
CITY COUNCIL 20 June 20, 2023
The motion carried, 6-1, by the following roll call vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSTAIN:
ABSENT:
COUNCILMEMBER BACERRA, COUNCILMEMBER
HERNANDEZ COUNCILMEMBER PENALOZA,
COUNCILMEMBER VAZQUEZ, MAYOR PRO TEM LOPEZ,
MAYOR AMEZCUA
COUNCILMEMBER PHAN
NONE
NONE
Status: 6-1 - Pass
31. Implement a Volunteer School Crossing Guard Program and Approve Agreement
with All City Management Services, Inc. for the School Crossing Guard Program in
an Amount Not to Exceed $5,343,125 for Up to a Five Year Term (General Fund)
Department(s): Public Works Agency
Recommended Action: 1. Direct staff to work cooperatively with school districts to
implement a volunteer crossing guard program and establish a crossing guard training
program.
2. Direct staff to formally notify the School Districts of the phasing out of contracted
crossing guard program beginning school year 2023-2024.
3. Authorize the City Manager to execute an agreement with All City Management
Services, Inc. to provide a School Crossing Guard Program, in the total amount not to
exceed $5,343,125 for a three-year term beginning July 1, 2023 and expiring June 30,
2026, with an option for up to two, one-year extensions, subject to non-substantive
changes approved by the City Manager and City Attorney (Agreement No. 2023-124).
MINUTES: City Manager Kristine Ridge provided a brief history of the item.
MOTION: Councilmember Hernandez moved to approve Option No. 3, seconded
by Councilmember Vazquez.
Councilmember Penaloza requested charter schools be included in the agreement.
SUBSTITUTE MOTION: Councilmember Penaloza moved to approve Item No. 31
as amended to expand the crossing guard program to charter schools ,
seconded by Mayor Amezcua.
Mayor Amezcua spoke of the disparity between the City’s budget and Santa Ana
Unified School District’s (SAUSD) budget.
Councilmember Vazquez provided comments on the City’s Safe Routes to School
program.
SUBSTITUTE MOTION: Mayor Pro Tem Lopez moved to approve Item No. 31 as
presented, seconded by Councilmember Penaloza.
Councilmember Penaloza rescinded his substitute motion.
CITY COUNCIL 21 June 20, 2023
Councilmember Phan spoke in support of the item but noted the importance that
SAUSD provide funding as well.
City Attorney Carvalho spoke regarding Municipal Code Section 36-121.
SECOND SUBSTITUE MOTION: Mayor Amezcua moved to approve Item No. 31
as amended to expand the crossing guard program to eight (8) charter schools,
seconded by Councilmember Hernandez.
The second substitute motion carried, 5-2, by the following roll call vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSTAIN:
ABSENT:
COUNCILMEMBER BACERRA, COUNCILMEMBER
HERNANDEZ, COUNCILMEMBER PENALOZA,
COUNCILMEMBER PHAN, MAYOR AMEZCUA
COUNCILMEMBER VAZQUEZ, MAYOR PRO TEM LOPEZ
NONE
NONE
Status: 5-2 - Pass
32. Resolutions of the City of Santa Ana City Council Exempting Certain Eligible
Parcels in the City of Santa Ana from the Requirements of Assembly Bill 2011 and
Senate Bill 6 Pursuant to California Government Code Sections 65912.114,
65912.124, and 65852.24 (continued from City Council meeting of May 16, 2023,
Item No. 28)
Department(s): Planning and Building Agency
Recommended Action: 1. Adopt a resolution exempting certain eligible parcels in the
City of Santa Ana from the requirements of Assembly Bill 2011 pursuant to California
Government Code Sections 65912.114 and 65912.124; and
RESOLUTION NO. 2023-XXX A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF SANTA ANA EXERCISING ITS RETENTION OF LOCAL LAND USE CONTROL
PURSUANT TO CALIFORNIA GOVERNMENT CODE SECTIONS 65912.114(i) AND
65912.124(i) AND EXEMPTING CERTAIN PARCELS FROM CALIFORNIA
GOVERNMENT CODE SECTIONS 65912.114 AND 65912.124
BASED UPON WRITTEN FINDINGS (includes determination that this Resolution is not
subject to the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) because it is an organizational
or administrative activity that will not result in direct or indirect physical changes in the
environment and is therefore not a “project,” pursuant to Section 15378(b)(5) of the CEQA
Guidelines)
a. Adopt a resolution exempting certain eligible parcels in the City of Santa Ana from
the requirements of Senate Bill 6 pursuant to California Government Code Section
65852.24.
RESOLUTION NO. 2023-XXX A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF SANTA ANA EXERCISING ITS RETENTION OF LOCAL LAND USE CONTROL
PURSUANT TO CALIFORNIA GOVERNMENT CODE SECTION 65852.24(e) AND
CITY COUNCIL 22 June 20, 2023
EXEMPTING CERTAIN PARCELS FROM CALIFORNIA GOVERNMENT CODE
SECTION 65852.24 BASED UPON WRITTEN FINDINGS
(includes determination that this Resolution is not subject to the California Environmental
Quality Act (CEQA) because it is an organizational or administrative activity that will not
result in direct or indirect physical changes in the environment and is therefore not a
“project,” pursuant to Section 15378(b)(5) of the CEQA Guidelines)
MINUTES: At 8:18 P.M., Mayor Amezcua considered the agenda out of order and
heard Item No. 32 prior to Item No. 31.(see Page No. 18)
33. Adoption of Ordinance for the Addition of two Positions for Residents Aged 55
Years and Older on the Parks, Recreation, and Community Services Commission
Department(s): Parks, Recreation, and Community Services
Recommended Action: Conduct first reading of an ordinance to amend the Santa Ana
Municipal Code Chapter 2, Article IV, Division 4, Section 2-333 to add two positions for
residents aged 55 years and older on the Parks, Recreation, and Community Services
Commission.
ORDINANCE NO. NS-3049 entitled AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF SANTA ANA AMENDING SANTA ANA MUNICIPAL CODE SECTION 2-333
RELATING TO MEMBERSHIP OF THE PARKS, RECREATION, AND COMMUNITY
SERVICES COMMISSION (includes determination that this ordinance is not subject to
the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) pursuant to Sections 15060(c)(2) and
15060(c)(3) of the State CEQA Guidelines because it will not result in a direct or
reasonably foreseeable indirect physical change to the environment as there is no
possibility it will have a significant effect on the environment and it is not a “project,” as
defined in Section 15378 of the CEQA Guidelines).
MOTION: Councilmember Bacerra moved to approve the recommended action
for Item No. 33, seconded by Mayor Amezcua.
The motion carried, 7-0, by the following roll call vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSTAIN:
ABSENT:
COUNCILMEMBER BACERRA, COUNCILMEMBER
HERNANDEZ, COUNCILMEMBER PENALOZA,
COUNCILMEMBER PHAN, COUNCILMEMBER VAZQUEZ,
MAYOR PRO TEM LOPEZ, MAYOR AMEZCUA
NONE
NONE
NONE
Status: 7-0 - Pass
**END OF BUSINESS CALENDAR**
CITY COUNCIL 23 June 20, 2023
CITY MANAGER COMMENTS
MINUTES: City Manager Kristine Ridge announced that the City had been named a Tree
City USA 2022, receiving this title for the 24th consecutive year.
COUNCIL COMMENTS
AB1234 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:
Council Member Vazquez addressed school safety, Juneteenth, and Pride.
Mayor Pro Tem Lopez commented on Juneteenth and announced her office hours at
Morrison Park on Sunday, June 25, 10:00 A.M. – 11:00 A.M.
Councilmember Penaloza acknowledged Housing staff and announced a neighborhood
cleanup in Morrison Park on Saturday, June 24, 8:00 A.M. – 12:00 P.M.
Councilmember Hernandez addressed public comments, staff, and Juneteenth.
Councilmember Bacerra announced his office hours on Saturday, July 1 at 10:00 A.M. at
Upton All Access Park, reported that Charter Section 408 addresses City Council interference
in administrative matters, and wished everyone a happy July Fourth.
Councilmember Phan announced the Vietnamese first-time homebuyer event on July 15 at
Salgado and the Vietnamese Business Forum on July 13 at the Doubletree Hotel. She
wished everyone a happy Fourth of July and wished her husband a happy seventh
anniversary.
Mayor Amezcua wished Councilmember Phan and her husband a happy anniversary and a
happy Fourth of July to all, further announcing a $1,000 fine for illegal fireworks. She thanked
staff for recent park openings and security staffing, announced the many programs and
events available to residents in the Cultura magazine, requested an update to a mural to add
a name, encouraged everyone to support local restaurants and businesses, and requested
information about the name and location of the Fiestas Patrias.
ADJOURNMENT – Adjourn the City Council meeting.
MINUTES: Mayor Amezcua adjourned the City Council meeting at 9:39 P.M.
Respectfully submitted:
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Jennifer L. Hall, CMC
City Clerk