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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2026-04-21 Regular Minutes of the Regular Meeting of the City Council City of Santa Ana, California April 21 , 2026 CLOSED SESSION MEETING - 4:00 P.M. REGULAR OPEN MEETING 5:30 P.M. (Immediately following the Closed Session Meeting) CITY COUNCIL CHAMBER 22 Civic Center Plaza Santa Ana, CA 02701 CLOSED SESSION CALL TO ORDER MINUTES: Mayor Amezcua called the Closed Session meeting to order at 4:10 P.M. ATTENDANCE Council Members Phil Bacerra Johnathan Ryan Hernandez Jessie Lopez Thai Viet Phan Benjamin Vazquez Mayor Pro Tem David Penaloza Mayor Valerie Amezcua City Manager Alvaro Nunez City Attorney Sonia R. Carvalho City Clerk Jennifer L. Hall CITY COUNCIL APRIL 21, 2026 ROLL CALL MINUTES: City Clerk Jennifer L. Nall conducted roll call. Councilmembers Phan, and Vazquez, Mayor Pro Tem Penaloza and Mayor Amezcua were present. Councilmembers Bacerra, Hernandez and Lopez joined during Closed Session. ADDITIONSIDELETIONS TO CLOSED SESSION MINUTES: None. PUBLIC COMMENTS — Members of the public may address the City Council on Closed Session items. MINUTES: None. RECESS — City Council will recess to Closed Session for the purpose of conducting regular City business. MINUTES: MayorAmezcua recessed to considerthe Closed Session items at 440 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. In re National Prescription Opiate Litigation, United States District Court for Northern District of Ohio, Case No. 1:17-and-2804 (MDL No. 2804) 2. CONFERENCE WITH LABOR NEGOTIATOR pursuant to Government Code Section 54957.6(a): Agency Negotiator: Peter Brown Employee Organizations: 1. Service Employees International Union, Part-Time Non-Civil Service Employees Unit (SEIU-PTNCS) 2. Police Officers Association (POA) 3. CONFERENCE WITH LABOR NEGOTIATOR pursuant to Government Code Section 54957.6(a): Agency Negotiator: Lori Schnaider Employee Organizations: 1. Confidential Association of Santa Ana (CASA 2. Santa Ana Middle Management I Administrative Management Association CITY COUNCIL 2 APRIL 21, 2026 (SAMA) 3. Santa Ana Police Management Association (PMA) 4. Seasonal Part-Time Employees 4. PUBLIC EMPLOYEE - PERFORMANCE EVALUATION pursuant to Government Code Section 54957(b)(1): TITLE: City Manager, City Clerk, and City Attorney 5. CONFERENCE WITH LABOR NEGOTIATOR pursuant to Government Code Section 54957.6(a): Agency Designated Representative: Lori Schnaider, Executive Director of Human Resources Unrepresented Employees: City Manager, City Clerk, and City Attorney RECONVENE—City Council will reconvene to continue regular City business. CITY COUNCIL REGULAR OPEN SESSION CALL TO ORDER MINUTES: Mayor Amezcua reconvened the City Council Meeting to order at 6:29 P.M. ATTENDANCE Councilmembers Phil Bacerra Johnathan Ryan Hernandez Jessie Lopez Thai Viet Phan Benjamin Vazquez Mayor Pro Tern David Penaloza Mayor Valerie Amezcua City Manager Alvaro Nunez City Attorney Sonia R. Carvalho City Clerk Jennifer L. Hall ROLL CALL MINUTES: City Clerk Jennifer L. Hall conducted roll call. Councilmembers Bacerra, Hernandez, Lopez, Phan, and Vazquez, Mayor Pro Tem Penaloza, and Mayor Amezcua were present. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE Carlos Camacho, Orange County Labor Federation WORDS OF INSPIRATION Police Chaplain Rupert Vega CITY COUNCIL 3 APRIL 21, 2026 ADDITIONSIDELETIONS TO THE AGENDA MINUTES: None. CEREMONIAL PRESENTATIONS AGENDA ITEM NO. 5 OUT OF ORDER 5. Certificates of Recognition presented by Councilmember Vazquez to Valley High School Boys' Soccer Team for Outstanding Athletic Achievements and CIF Championship Title MINUTES: Councilmember Vazquez presented certificates of recognition to Valley High School Boys' Soccer Team for outstanding athletic achievements and CIF Championship Title. AGENDA ITEM NO. 3 OUT OF ORDER 3. Certificates of Recognition presented by Councilmember Bacerra to Mater Dei High School Girls' Soccer Team for Outstanding Athletic Achievements and CIF Championship Title MINUTES: Councilmember Bacerra presented certificates of recognition to Mater Dei High School Girls' Soccer Team for outstanding athletic achievements and CIF Championship Title. AGENDA ITEM NO. 2 OUT OF ORDER 2. Certificates of Recognition presented by Mayor Pro Tern Penaloza to Mater Dei High School Boys' Soccer Team for Outstanding Athletic Achievements and CIF Championship Title MINUTES: Mayor Pro Tem Penaloza presented certificates of recognition to Mater Dei High School Boys' Soccer Team for outstanding athletic achievements and CIF Championship Title. 1. Certificates of Recognition presented by Mayor Amezcua to Apprenticeship Career Fair Volunteers and Partners for their Exceptional Contributions to the Community MINUTES: Mayor Amezcua presented certificates of recognition to Apprenticeship Career Fair Volunteers and Partners for their exceptional contributions to the community. 2. AGENDA ITEM NO. 2 WAS MOVED OUT OF ORDER AND HEARD AFTER AGENDA ITEM NO. 3 CITY COUNCIL 4 APRIL 21, 2026 3. AGENDA ITEM NO. 3 WAS MOVED OUT OF ORDER AND HEARD PRIOR TO AGENDA ITEM NO. 5 4. Proclamation presented by Councilmember Phan to Nguoi Viet Daily News declaring April 30, 2026, as Black April MINUTES: Councilmember Phan presented a proclamation to Nguoi Viet Daily News declaring April 30, 2026, as Black April. 5. AGENDA ITEM NO. 5 WAS MOVED OUT ORDER AND HEARD PRIOR TO AGENDA ITEM NO. I STAFF PRESENTATIONS 6. Santa Ana Police Department 2025 Year-End Update MINUTES: Police Chief Robert Rodriguez provided a presentation regarding the Santa Ana Police Department 2025 Year-End update. Councilmember Hernandez inquired about the number of law enforcement involved fatal and non-fatal traffic collisions and the steps the department is taking to mitigate the number of those collisions, hopes to see an effort to increase community policing. Police Chief Rodriguez reported that law enforcement involved collisions are investigated by the police department. Mayor Amezcua thanked Chief Rodriguez for this work related to Senate Bill 43, reminded everyone that she hosts to a neighborhood associations' meeting every month which is a great opportunity for any interested community leaders to meet with City staff. Police Chief Rodriguez spoke regarding Senate Bill 43. 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 COMMENTS.—Public comments will be held during the beginning of the meeting for ALL comments on agenda and non-agenda items. MINUTES: City Clerk Jennifer L. Hall reported out the summary of email comments received: (11) Agenda Item No. 27 and seven (7) non-agenda comments. The following speakers addressed City Council in-person.- CITY COUNCIL 5 APRIL 21, 2026 1. Sue Palik spoke regarding the pledge of allegiance, the use of Councils discretionary funds. 2. Karen S. asked to meet with Mayor Amezcua and Councilmember Phan to discuss a private matter related to a grant program. 3. Abe Q. requested transparency regarding the anti-ICE protest on June 9 and spoke regarding his experiences regarding the anti-iCE protests and accountability. 4. Giovanni Chavez spoke in support of Agenda Item No. 27. 5. Emma Gottfried requested transparency regarding the anti-ICE protest on June 9 and spoke regarding the need for a stronger Police Oversight Commission. 6. Jair C. spoke in support of the residents of Coach Royal Mobile Home Park, blessings, and responsibilities and campaign contributions. 7. Isabella on behalf of Johan Lopez spoke regarding affordable dental care in the City. 8. Hector Bustos spoke regarding and in opposition to Agenda Item No. 27. 9. John Ramirez spoke in support of Agenda Item No. 27. 10.Karla Alvarado spoke regarding her situation at Coach Royal Mobile Home Park 11.Diana T. spoke in support of the residents of Coach Royal Mobile Home Park 12.Frank Bahena spoke regarding and in opposition to Agenda Item No. 27. 13.Rain Mendoza spoke regarding the resident's situation at Coach Royal Mobile Home Park 14. Guadalupe Barragan (translation: Spanish) spoke regarding the resident's situation at Coach Royal Mobile Home Park and requested assistance from the City. 15.Carlos Barragan (translation. Spanish) spoke regarding the resident's situation at Coach Royal Mobile Home Park and requested assistance from the City. 16.Silvia Ayala (translation. Spanish) spoke regarding the resident's situation at Coach Royal Mobile Home Park and requested assistance from the City. 17.Patty Cabada spoke regarding the resident's situation at Coach Royal Mobile Home Park and requested assistance from the City. Mayor Amezcua requested an update regarding the Coach Royal Mobile Home Park situation. CITY COUNCIL 6 APRIL 21, 2026 City Attorney Sonia Carvalho stated there is a State Mobile Home Residency Law which is administered by the State Department called Housing and Community Development (HCD), summarized the work City staff has done regarding the Coach Royal Mobile Home situation, and advised her staff can provide a brief on various tenant situations. City Manager Alvaro Nunez reported that staff has been in contact with Supervisor Sarmiento and Assembly Member Valencia's office regarding the situation, noted that there are limits to the assistance public agencies can provide. The following speaker addressed City Council via teleconference: 18.Erlinda Yabuki spoke regarding industrial zone pollution in the City and urged the council to invest in comprehensive assessment of the City's environmental health. 19. Victor Mendez spoke regarding the Item 10, Measure X, and in support of item 27 20. Yezenia Marrujo (translation: Spanish) spoke regarding pollution in the City, the City's zoning code, environmental justice protections, requested community updates on the Zoning Code update, demanded 77 issues of environmental justice be included in the rezone, a complete copy of the re-zone draft, and community engagement. 21.Sandra De Anda spoke regrading Agenda Item 27 urged the council the table the item, conduct a comprehensive study of AB 645, and engage in community outreach. 22.Emilio Ramirez spoke in opposition to Agenda Item No. 20 and expressed concern regarding Agenda Item No. 27. CONSENT CALENDAR RECOMMENDED ACTION: Approve staff recommendations on the following Consent Calendar Items: 7 through 24 and waive reading of all resolutions and ordinances. MINUTES: At 8.47 P.M., the Consent Calendar was considered. MayorAmezcua pulled Agenda Item No. 23 forseparate discussion and consideration. Councilmember Vazquez pulled Agenda Item No. 10 for separate discussion and consideration. Councilmember Bacerra pulled Agenda item No. 13 for separate discussion and consideration. Councilmember Phan recused herself from Agenda Item No. 19 as the listed entity, All American Asphalt, is a client of her employer, Rutan and Tucker. CITY COUNCIL 7 APRIL 21, 2026 Mayor Pro Tem Penaloza pulled Agenda Item No. 20 for separate discussion and consideration and announced a "No" vote on Agenda Item No. 16. MOTION: Mayor Amezcua moved to approve Consent Calendar Item Nos. 7 through 24 with the exception of Agenda Item Nos. 10, 13, 20 and 23, seconded by Councilmember Bacerra. The motion carried, 6-0-0-1, by the following roll call vote AYES: COUNCILMEMBER BACERRA, COUNCILMEMBER HERNANDEZ, COUNCILMEMBER LOPEZ, COUNCILMEMBER PHAN, COUNCILMEMBER VAZQUEZ, MAYOR PRO TEM PENALOZA, MAYOR AMEZCUA NOES: NONE ABSTAIN: NONE ABSENT: NONE Status: 7— 0 — Pass 7. Excused Absences Department(s): City Clerk's Office Recommended Action: Excuse the absent members. 8. Minutes from the Regular Meeting of April 7, 2026 Department(s): City Clerk's Office Recommended Action: Approve minutes. 9. Authorize Issuance of a Request for Proposals for Affordable Housing Development Department(s): Community Development Agency Recommended Action: Authorize the City Manager to issue a Request for Proposals for Affordable Housing Development to seek proposals for the development of affordable housing in the City of Santa Ana. AGENDA ITEM NO. 10 PULLED FOR SEPARATE DICUSSION AND CONSIDERATION 10.AGENDA ITEM NO. 10 WAS MOVED OUT ORDER AND HEARD AFTER PUBLIC HEARING ITEM NO. 26. 11.Single Audit Report for the Fiscal Year Ended June 30, 2025 Department(s): Finance and Management Services CITY COUNCIL 8 APRIL 21, 2026 Recommended Action: Receive and file Single Audit Report for the Fiscal Year Ended June 30, 2025. 12.Agreement Extension with Granicus, LLC (formerly Prime Government Solutions, Inc.) to Continue Providing an Automated Agenda Management System for City Council and Boards and Commissions (General Fund) Department(s): City Clerk's Office Recommended Action: Authorize the City Manager to execute a one-year agreement extension with Granicus, L LC to continue providing an automated agenda management system in an amount not to exceed $54,637 for a term effective June 1, 2026 and expiring May 31, 2027 (Agreement No. A-2026-044). AGENDA ITEM NO. 93 PULLED FOR SEPARATE DICUSSION AND CONSIDERATION 13.Appropriation Adjustment and Lease Agreement with Aldridge Electric, Inc. for Office Space at the Santa Ana Regional Transportation Center (Non- General Fund) Department(s): Public Works Agency Recommended Action: 1. Authorize the City Manager to execute a lease agreement with Aldridge Electric, Inc., to compensate the City $8,011 per month, for the lease of 2,370 square feet of office space located at the Santa Ana Regional Transportation Center for a term beginning April 21, 2026 and expiring December 31, 2026, for a lease agreement amount of $66,768, with provisions for up to twelve, one-month extensions, for a total lease agreement amount of $165,780 (Agreement No. A-2026-045). 2. Approve an appropriation adjustment recognizing Fiscal Year 2025-26 lease income in the amount of $18,702 into the SARTC Operations, Rental-Aldridge Electric revenue account and appropriate the same amount into the SARTC Operations, Contractual Services expenditure account. (Requires five affirmative votes) MINUTES: Councilmember Bacerra inquired about the City's work to promote economic development at the Santa Ana Regional Transportation Center. City Manager Alvaro Nunez reported, his staff is working with Public Work's and Economic Development staff to enhance the facility, an RFP can be expected in the near future. CITY COUNCIL 9 APRIL 21, 2026 MOTION: Councilmember Bacerra moved to approve the recommended action for Agenda Item No. 13, seconded by Mayor Amezcua. The motion carried, 5-0-0-2, by the following roll call vote: AYES: COUNCILMEMBER BACERRA, COUNCILMEMBER HERNANDEZ COUNCILMEMBER PHAN, COUNCILMEMBER VAZQUEZ, MAYOR PRO TEM PENALOZA, MAYOR AMEZCUA NOES: NONE ABSTAIN: NONE ABSENT: COUNCILMEMBER HERNANDEZ, COUNCILMEMBER LOPEZ Status: 5- 0 — 0 - 2 —Pass 14.Agreement with Discovery Science Center of Orange County for Solid Waste Public Education Services (Non-General Fund) Department(s): Public Works Agency Recommended Action: Authorize the City Manager to execute an agreement with Discovery Science Center of Orange County for public education services for the term beginning April 21, 2026 and expiring October 31, 2026, with no extensions, in an amount not to exceed $135,000 (Agreement No. A-2026- 046). 15.Agreements with Union Pacific Railroad Company for Improvements to the Railroad Crossings on Warner Avenue (Project 18-6901) and McFadden Avenue (Project No. 20-6962) (General Fund) Department(s): Public Works Agency Recommended Action: 1. Approve an appropriation adjustment recognizing $8,570 in prior-year fund balance in the Transportation System Improvements Area D, Prior Year Carry Forward revenue account and appropriate the same amount into the Transportation System Improvements Area D, Improvements Other Than Buildings expenditure account (Requires five affirmative votes). 2. Approve an appropriation adjustment recognizing $531,000 in prior-year fund balance in the Residential Street Improvements, Prior Year Carry Forward revenue account and appropriate the same amount into the Residential Street Improvements, Improvements Other Than Buildings expenditure account (Requires five affirmative votes). 3. Approve an appropriation adjustment recognizing $936,955 in prior-year fund balance in the Select Street Construction, Prior Year Carry Forward revenue account and appropriate the same amount into the Select Street CITY COUNCIL 10 APRIL 21, 2026 Construction, Improvements Other Than Buildings expenditure account (Requires five affirmative votes). 4. Approve an appropriation adjustment recognizing $776,858 in prior-year fund balance in the Measure M Street Construction, Prior Year Carry Forward revenue account and appropriate the same amount into the Measure M Street Construction, Improvements other than Buildings expenditure account (Requires five affirmative votes). 5. Approve an amendment to the Fiscal Year 2025-2026 Capital Improvement Program to include an additional $2,253,383 for the Railroad Crossings on Warner Avenue (Project 18-6901) and McFadden Avenue (Project No. 20- 6962). 6. Authorize the City Manager to execute an agreement with Union Pacific Railroad Company for improvements to the railroad crossing (DOT No. 7612481L) on Warner Avenue for construction costs of$1,422,270, additional railroad right-of-way costs of $53,570 including an annual signal maintenance fee of $12,580, effective three years from agreement effective date. (Agreement No. A-2026-047). 7. Authorize the City Manager to execute an agreement with Union Pacific Railroad Company for improvements to the railroad crossing (DOT No. 761245R) on McFadden Avenue for construction costs of $776,858, additional railroad grant rights costs of $33,350 including an annual surface maintenance fee of $3,332, effective three years from agreement effective date. (Agreement No. A-2026-048). 8. Determine that, pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act, the recommended actions are exempt from further review. Categorical Exemption Environmental Review Nos. ER-2026-XX and ER-2026-XX will be filed for Project Nos.18-6901 and 20-6962. 16.Agreement with the County of Orange for the Waste Infrastructure System Enterprise, Rate Stabilization Memorandum of Understanding with Republic Services, and an Agreement with HF&H Consultants, LLC for a Refuse Rate Adjustment Analysis (Non-General Fund) Department(s): Public Works Agency Recommended Action: 1. Authorize the City Manager to execute the Waste Infrastructure System Enterprise agreement with the County of Orange for municipal solid waste disposal rates and services for a ten-year term beginning July 1, 2026 and expiring June 30, 2036, with provisions for one optional, ten-year extension (Agreement No. A-2026-049). CITY COUNCIL 11 APRIL 21, 2026 2. Direct the City Manager to negotiate a Memorandum of Understanding with Republic Services to memorialize an agreement between Republic Services and the City to address the subsidization of the County of Orange, Orange County Waste & Recycling landfill tonnage disposal rate increases for Fiscal Year 2026-27 (Agreement No A-2026-050). 3. Authorize the City Manager to execute an agreement with HF&H Consultants, LLC to provide a Proposition 218 rate adjustment analysis in an amount not to exceed $150„800 for the term beginning April 21, 2026 and expiring April 20, 2027, with a provision for one, one-year extension. (Agreement No. A-2026-051). MOTION: Mayor Amezcua moved to approve the recommend action for Agenda Item No. 16 as part of the Consent Calendar, seconded by Councilmember Bacerra. The motion carried, 6-1, by the following roll call vote: AYES: COUNCILMEMBER BACERRA, COUNCILMEMBER HERNANDEZ, COUNCILMEMBER LOPEZ, COUNCILMEMBER PHAN, COUNCILMEMBER VAZQUEZ, MAYOR AMEZCUA NOES: MAYOR PRO TEM PENALOZA ABSTAIN: NONE ABSENT: NONE Status: 6— 1 —Pass 17.Award of a Construction Contract to Doja, Inc. for the Construction of the 10th and Flower Park and 10th and Flower Stormwater Capture Projects (No. 26- 6642 and 26-6601) (Non-General Fund) Department(s): Public Works Agency Recommended Action: 1. Approve an appropriation adjustment recognizing $2,250,000 in the Parks Capital Grant, State Grant-Direct revenue account and appropriate the same amount into the Land & Water Conservation Grant, Improvements Other Than Buildings, Improvements Other Than Buildings expenditure account (Requires five affirmative votes). 2. Approve an appropriation adjustment recognizing $300,000 in the Federal Clean Wafter Protection Fund, Prior Year Carryforward revenue account and appropriate the same amount into the Federal Clean Water Protection Enterprise, Improvements Other Than Buildings expenditure account (Requires five affirmative votes). CITY COUNCIL 12 APRIL 21, 2026 3. Approve an appropriation adjustment recognizing $2,661,975 in the Acquisition & Development Fund, Prior Year Carryforward revenue account and appropriate the same amount into the Acquisition & Development Fund, Improvements Other Than Buildings expenditure account (Requires five affirmative votes). 4. Approve an amendment to the Fiscal Year 2025-2026 Capital Improvement Program to include an additional $4,911,975 in construction funds for the 10th and Flower Park Project (No. 26-6642). 5. Approve an amendment to the Fiscal Year 2025-26 Capital Improvement Program to include an additional $300,000 in construction funds for the 10th & Flower Park Stormwater Capture Project (No. 26-6601). 6. Approve the Project Cost Analysis for a total estimated construction delivery cost of $5,811,975, which includes $4,649,580 for the construction contract, $697,437 for contract administration, inspection, and testing, and $464,958 for unanticipated or unforeseen work. 7. Award a construction contract to Doja, Inc., the lowest responsible bidder, in accordance with the base bid and bid alternates in the amount of $4,649,580, subject to change orders, for construction of the 10th and Flower Park and 10th and Flower Stormwater Capture Projects (No. 26-6642 and 26-6601), for a term beginning April 21, 2026 and authorize the City Manager to execute the contract. 8. Determine that, pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act, the recommended actions are exempt from further review. Categorical Exemption Environmental Review No. ER-2026-27 will be filed for Project No. 26-6642 and 26-6601. 18.Award a Construction Contract to Onyx Paving Company, Inc. for the Construction of the Business Area Road Improvements at MacArthur Place from First American Way to Columbine Avenue Project(No. 26-6700) (General Fund) Department(s): Public Works Agency Recommended Action: 1. Approve the Project Cost Analysis for a total estimated construction delivery cost of $1,287,056, which includes $1,028,000 for the construction contract, $156,256 for contract administration, inspection, and testing, and $102,800 for unanticipated or unforeseen work. 2. Award a construction contract to Onyx Paving Company, Inc., the lowest responsible bidder, in accordance with the base bid in the amount of$1,028,000, subject to change orders, for construction of the Business Area Road Improvements at MacArthur Place from First American Way to Columbine Avenue Project (No. 26-6700), for a term beginning April 21, 2026 and authorize the City Manager to execute the contract. CITY COUNCIL 13 APRIL 21, 2026 3. Determine that, pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act, the recommended actions are exempt from further review. Categorical Exemption Environmental Review No. ER-2026-21 will be filled for Project No. 26-6700. 19.Award a Construction Contract to All American Asphalt for the Construction of the Industrial Street Repair Project for Susan Street, Garry Avenue, Carriage Drive, Yale Street, Moore Avenue, and Shannon Street (Projects No. 24-6701, 25-6701, 26-6701) (Non-General Fund) Department(s): Public Works Agency Recommended Action: 1. Approve the Project Cost Analysis for a total estimated construction delivery cost of $5,799,849, which includes $4,639,879 for the construction contract, $695,982 for contract administration, inspection, and testing, and $463,988 for unanticipated or unforeseen work. 2. Award a construction contract to All American Asphalt, the lowest responsible bidder, in accordance with the base bid in the amount of$4,639,879, subject to change orders, for construction of the Industrial Street Repair Program Project (No. 24-6701, 25-6701, 26-6701), for a term beginning April 21, 2026 and authorize the City Manager to execute the contract. 3. Determine that, pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act, the recommended actions are exempt from further review. Categorical Exemption Environmental Review No. ER-2026-1 will be filed for Project No. 24-6701, 26- 6701. Categorical Exemption Environmental Review No. ER-2026-2 will be filed for Project No. 26-6701. MOTION: Mayor Amezcua moved to approve the recommend action for Agenda Item No. 19 as part of the Consent Calendar, seconded by Councilmember Bacerra. The motion carried, 6-0-1, by the following roll call vote: AYES: COUNCILMEMBER BACERRA, COUNCILMEMBER HERNANDEZ, COUNCILMEMBER LOPEZ, COUNCILMEMBER VAZQUEZ, MAYOR PRO TEM PENALOZA, MAYOR AMEZCUA NOES: NONE ABSTAIN: COUNCILMEMBER PHAN (recusal) ABSENT: NONE Status: 6— 0— 1 —Pass CITY COUNCIL 14 APRIL 21, 2026 AGENDA ITEM NO. 20 PULLED FOR SEPARATE DICUSSION AND CONSIDERATION 20.Award a Construction Contract to Los Angeles Engineering, Inc. for the Construction of the Warner Avenue Street Improvements Project (Project Nos. 18-6901, 20-6971, 23-6628, 26-6427) (Non-General Fund) Department(s): Public Works Agency Recommended Action: 1. Approve an appropriation adjustment recognizing $124,549 in prior-year fund balance in the Local Drainage Area IV, Prior Year Carry Forward revenue account and appropriate the same amount into the Local Drainage Area IV, Improvements Other Than Buildings expenditure account. (Requires five affirmative votes) 2. Approve an appropriation adjustment recognizing $788,948 in prior-year fund balance in the Local Drainage Area VI, Prior Year Carry Forward revenue account and appropriate the same amount into the Local Drainage Area VI, Improvements Other Than Buildings expenditure account. (Requires five affirmative votes) 3. Approve an appropriation adjustment recognizing $45,634 in prior-year fund balance in the Transportation Systems Improvement Area E, Prior Year Carry Forward revenue account and appropriate the same amount into the Transportation Systems Improvement Area E, Improvements Other Than Buildings expenditure account. (Requires five affirmative votes) 4, Approve an appropriation adjustment recognizing $53,439 in prior-year fund balance in the Transportation Systems Improvement Area F, Prior Year Carry Forward revenue account and appropriate the same amount into the Transportation Systems Improvement Area F, Improvements Other Than Buildings expenditure account. (Requires five affirmative votes) 5. Approve an appropriation adjustment recognizing $709,239 in prior-year fund balance in the Transportation Systems Improvement Area B Tustin, Prior Year Carry Forward revenue account and appropriate the same amount into the Transportation Systems Improvement Aut Area B Tustin, Improvements Other Than Buildings expenditure account. (Requires five affirmative votes) 6. Approve an amendment to the Fiscal Year 2025-2026 Capital Improvement Program to include an additional $4,724,159 in construction funds for the Warner Avenue Improvements Project (No. 18-6901, 20-6971, 23-6628, 26- 6427). 7. Approve the Project Cost Analysis for a total estimated construction delivery cost of $25,428,000, which includes $21,190,000 for the construction contract, $2,119,000 for contract administration, inspection, and testing, and $2,119,000 CITY COUNCIL 15 APRIL 21, 2026 for unanticipated or unforeseen work. 8. Award a construction contract to Los Angeles Engineering, Inc., the lowest responsible bidder, in accordance with the base bid in the amount of $21,190,000, subject to change orders, for construction of the Warner Avenue Street Improvements Project (Nos. 18-6901, 20-6971, 23-6628, 26-6427), for a term beginning April 21, 2026 and authorize the City Manager to execute the contract. MINUTES: Mayor Pro Tem Penaloza expressed concern with the construction delays since the projects initial approval in 2015, inquired about the difference in construction pace comparative to surrounding Cities. Interim Public Works Director Rudy Rosas spoke to various causes for the delays in construction and indicated bad contractors, phase street construction models, and funding are key reason for the delays. Mayor Pro Tem Penaloza inquired about further delays related to utility poles and steps the City is taking to alleviate the issue. . Interim Public Works Director Rudy Rosas reported that staff is working with the utility companies, noted advised litigation is a possible option, and the City is not permitted to remove utility poles and seek reimbursement from the utility companies. City Manager Alvaro Nunez spoke regarding delays at the municipal and state level. MOTION: Mayor Amezcua moved to approve the recommended action for Agenda Item No. 20, seconded by Councilmember Hernandez. The motion carried, 7-0, by the following roll call vote: AYES: COUNCILMEMBER BACERRA, COUNCILMEMBER HERNANDEZ, COUNCILMEMBER LOPEZ, COUNCILMEMBER PHAN, COUNCILMEMBER VAZQUEZ, MAYOR PRO TEM PENALOZA, MAYOR AMEZCUA NOES: NONE ABSTAIN: NONE ABSENT: NONE Status: 7— 0 — Pass 21.Agreement with Elite Command Training Corporation for L-960 All Hazards Position Specific Division/Group Supervisor Training (Specification No. 25- 151A) (Non-General Fund - UASI) Department(s): Police Department CITY COUNCIL 16 APRIL 21, 2026 Recommended Action: Authorize the City Manager to execute an agreement with Elite Training Corporation to provide L-960 All Hazards Position Specific Division/Group Supervisor Training in an amount not to exceed $89,890, for the period of April 21, 2026 through April 20, 2029, with provisions for two, one-year extensions (Agreement No. A-2026-052). MOTION: Mayor Amezcua moved to approve the recommend action for Agenda Item No. 21 as part of the Consent Calendar, seconded by Councilmember Bacerra, The motion carried, 6-1, by the following roll call vote: AYES: COUNCILMEMBER BACERRA, COUNCILMEMBER LOPEZ, COUNCILMEMBER PHAN, COUNCILMEMBER VAZQUEZ, MAYOR PRO TEM PENALOZA, MAYOR AMEZCUA NOES: COUNCILMEMBER HERNANDEZ ABSTAIN: NONE ABSENT: NONE Status: 6— 1 —Pass 22.Agreement with California Governor's Office of Emergency Services for Homeland Security Training Program Support Services (Specification No. 26- 037) (Non-General Fund - UASI) Department(s): Police Department Recommended Action: Authorize the City Manager to execute an agreement with California Governor's Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES), California Specialized Training Institute (CSTI) to provide Homeland Security Training Program support services in an amount not to exceed $249,500 for the period of April 21, 2026 through February 28, 2029 (Agreement No. A-2026-053). MOTION: Mayor Amezcua moved to approve the recommend action for Agenda Item No. 22 as part of the Consent Calendar, seconded by Councilmember Bacerra. The motion carried, 6-1, by the following roll call vote: AYES: COUNCILMEMBER BACERRA, COUNCILMEMBER LOPEZ, COUNCILMEMBER PHAN, COUNCILMEMBER VAZQUEZ, MAYOR PRO TEM PENALOZA, MAYOR AMEZCUA NOES: COUNCILMEMBER HERNANDEZ ABSTAIN: NONE ABSENT: NONE Status: 6— 1 —Pass CITY COUNCIL 17 APRIL 21, 2026 AGENDA ITEM NO. 23 WAS PULLED FOR SEPARATE DICUSSION AND CONSIDERATION 23.Resolution and Agreement Authorizing Police Corporal Patrick Marshall to Purchase a Retired Santa Ana Police Department K-9 Department(s): Police Department Recommended Action: 1. Adopt a resolution authorizing the purchase agreement between Santa Ana Police Corporal Patrick Marshall and the City of Santa Ana for the sale of a retired Santa Ana Police Department K-9. RESOLUTION NO. 202E-008 entitled A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA ANA AUTHORIZING THE AGREEMENT BETWEEN CORPORAL PATRICK MARSHALL AND THE CITY OF SANTA ANA RELATING TO THE PURCHASE OF A POLICE K-9 2. Authorize the City Manager to execute a purchase agreement with Santa Ana Police Corporal Patrick Marshall the sale of a retired Police Department K-9 in the amount of $1 (Agreement No. A-2026-054). MINUTES: Mayor Amezcua pulled Item No. 23 to be considered before Item, Nos. 10, 13, 20. MOTION: Mayor Amezcua moved to the recommended action for Agenda Item No. 23, seconded by Mayor Pro Tern Penaloza. The motion carried, 6-0-0-1, by the following roll call vote: AYES: COUNCILMEMBER BACERRA, COUNCILMEMBER LOPEZ, COUNCILMEMBER PHAN, COUNCILMEMBER VAZQUEZ, MAYOR PRO TEM PENALOZA, MAYOR AMEZCUA NOES: NONE ABSTAIN: NONE ABSENT: COUNCILMEMBER HERNANDEZ Status: 6- 0 — 0 — 1 —Pass 24.Second Reading and Adoption of Ordinance Amendment Application (AA) No. 2026-02 for the Santa Clara Avenue Zone Change (2101 and 2109 East Santa Clara Avenue) First reading April 7, 2026 City Council Meeting and approved by a vote of 7-0. Legal notice published in the OC Reporter on April 10, 2026. Department(s): Planning and Building Agency CITY COUNCIL 18 APRIL 21, 2026 Recommended Action: Conduct a second reading and adopt an ordinance approving Amendment Application No. 2026-02. ORDINANCE NO. NS-3093 entitled AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA ANA APPROVING AMENDMENT APPLICATION NO. 2026- 02 AMENDING THE ZONING FOR THE PROPERTIES LOCATED AT 2101 AND 2109 EAST SANTA CLARA AVENUE (APNS: 396-261-26 AND 396-261-38) FROM GENERAL AGRICULTURAL (A-1) TO ARTERIAL COMMERCIAL (C-5), read by title only and waived further reading. **END OF CONSENT CALENDAR** MINUTES: Mayor Amezcua closed the consent calendar and stated Agenda Item No. 10 would be heard after the Public Hearings. Councilmember Hernandez requested to record his vote for the Consent Calendar for the record. MOTION: Mayor Amezcua moved to reopen the Consent Calendar to record Councilmember Hernandez's vote, seconded by Councilmember Hernandez. The motion carried, 7-0-0-1, by the following roll call vote: AYES: COUNCILMEMBER BACERRA, COUNCILMEMBER LOPEZ, COUNCILMEMBER PHAN, MAYOR PRO TEM PENALOZA, MAYOR AMEZCUA NOES: NONE ABSTAIN: NONE ABSENT: COUNCILMEMBER VAZQUEZ Status: 7-0-0-1 — Pass Councilmember Hernandez announced a "No" vote on Agenda Item Nos. 21 and 22. PUBLIC HEARINGS MINUTES:At 9:15 P.M., the Public Hearing was considered. 25.Public Hearing - Zoning Ordinance Amendment No. 2026-02, Conditional Use Permit No. 2026-03, and Tentative Tract Map No. 2026-01 — Bella Terra Residential Community and Temple Project(4006,4010, and 4018 West Hazard Avenue) Legal notice published in the OC Reporter on April 10, 2026 and notices mailed on April 9, 2026. Department(s): Planning and Building Agency CITY COUNCIL 19 APRIL 21, 2026 Recommended Action: 1. Adopt Mitigated Negative Declaration and Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Program (SCH No. 2026010220), Environmental Review No. 2023-25; 2. Adopt first reading of an ordinance approving Zoning Ordinance Amendment No. 2026-02 to amend Specific Development No. 53 (SD-53) to revise residential development standards and allow places of worship as a conditionally permitted use, enabling construction of the Bella Terra Residential Community and Temple Project; ORDINANCE NO. NS-XXXX entitled ZONING ORDINANCE AMENDMENT NO. 2026-02 - AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA ANA APPROVING AN AMENDMENT TO SPECIFIC DEVELOPMENT NO. 53 (SD-53) TO UPDATE RESIDENTIAL DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS AND ALLOW PLACES OF WORSHIP SUBJECT TO APPROVAL OF A CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT FOR PROPERTY LOCATED AT 4006, 4010, AND 4018 WEST HAZARD AVENUE (APNS: 100-261-20, 100-261-19 AND 100-261-18); read by title only and waive further reading. 3. Adopt a resolution approving Conditional Use Permit No. 2026-03, as conditioned; and RESOLUTION NO. 2026-009 entitled A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA ANA APPROVING CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 2026-03 AS CONDITIONED TO ALLOW A PLACE OF WORSHIP LOCATED AT 4006, 4010, AND 4018 WEST HAZARD AVENUE (APNS: 100- 261-18, 100-261-19, AND 100-261-20) 4. Adopt a resolution approving Tentative Tract Map No. 2026-01 (County Map No. 19332), as conditioned. RESOLUTION NO. 2026-010 entitled A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA ANA APPROVING TENTATIVE TRACT MAP NO. 2026-01 (COUNTY MAP NO. 19332) AS CONDITIONED TO SUBDIVIDE THE PROJECT SITE INTO 13 DEVELOPABLE LOTS AND ONE COMMON AREA LOT TO ACCOMMODATE THE PROPOSED BELLA TERRA RESIDENTIAL COMMUNITY AND PLACE OF WORSHIP DEVELOPMENT AT 4006, 4010, AND 4018 WEST HAZARD AVENUE (APNS: 100-261-20, 100- 261-19 AND 100-261-18) MINUTES: Mayor Amezcua opened the Public Hearing at 9:16 P.M. City Clerk Jennifer L. Hall announced there were no email comment received and no speakers. Mayor Amezcua closed the Public Hearing at 9:16 P.M. CITY COUNCIL 20 APRIL 21, 2026 MOTION: Councilmember Hernandez moved to approve the recommended action for Public Hearing Agenda Item No. 25, seconded by Mayor Amezcua. The motion carried, 7-0, by the following roll call vote: AYES: COUNCILMEMBER BACERRA, COUNCILMEMBER HERNANDEZ, COUNCILMEMBER LOPEZ, COUNCILMEMBER PHAN, COUNCILMEMBER VAZQUEZ, MAYOR PRO TEM PENALOZA, MAYOR AMEZCUA NOES: NONE ABSTAIN: NONE ABSENT: NONE Status: 7 — 0 — Pass 26.Public Hearing — Approve the Fiscal Year 2026-27 Annual Action Plan and Budgets for the Community Development Block Grant, HOME Investment Partnerships Grant, and Emergency Solutions Grant for Submission to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development Published in the OC Register, La Opinion, and Nguoi Viet on March 16, 2026. Department(s): Community Development Agency Recommended Action: 1. Approve the Fiscal Year 2026-27 Annual Action Plan for submission to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development. 2. Approve the Fiscal Year 2026-27 budgets for the Community Development Block Grant Program in the amount of $4,133,909, HOME Investment Partnerships grant in the amount of$1,153,540, and Emergency Solutions Grant in the amount of $368,272. 3. Authorize the City Manager to prepare and approve funding agreements and/or memorandums of understanding with various city departments and nonprofit public service providers awarded funds as part of the approved budget for the Community Development Block Grant program and the Emergency Solutions Grant program for a term beginning July 1, 2026 through June 30, 2027. MINUTES: Mayor Amezcua opened the Public Hearing at 9A 9 P.M. City Clerk Jennifer L. Hall announced there was (1) one email comment received. The following individual addressed the City Council via teleconference: 1. Sammy Park spoke regarding the Cambodian Family of Santa Ana non-profit organization and in support of the item. CITY COUNCIL 21 APRIL 21, 2026 2. Esther H. Ye spoke regarding the Community Legal Aid SoCal's Family Law Unit organization and in support of the item. 3. Sara Behmerwohld spoke regarding Human Options organization and in support of the item. 4. Claire Braeburn spoke regarding the America on Track organization, thanked City staff for their support in the Brighter Futures program, and spoke in support of the item. Mayor Amezcua closed the Public Hearing at 9:25 P.M. Councilmember Hernandez thanked the organizations through the Community Development Block Grant program for their services. MOTION: Councilmember Hernandez moved to approve the recommended action for Public Hearing Agenda Item No. 26, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Penaloza. The motion carried, 6-0-0-1, by the following roll call vote: AYES: COUNCILMEMBER BACERRA, COUNCILMEMBER HERNANDEZ, COUNCILMEMBER LOPEZ, COUNCILMEMBER VAZQUEZ, MAYOR PRO TEM PENALOZA, MAYOR AMEZCUA NOES: NONE ABSTAIN: NONE ABSENT: COUNCILMEMBER PHAN (recusal) Status: 6 - 0 - 0 - 1 -Pass Councilmember Phan announced her recusal due to potential conflict of interest with her employer Rutan and Tucker. **END OF PUBLIC HEARINGS** AGENDA ITEM NO. 10 WAS MOVED OUT ORDER 10.Update on Santa Ana Police Department Response to June 2025 Anti-ICE Demonstrations Department(s): Police Department Recommended Action: Receive and file. MINUTES: Police Chief Robert Rodriguez briefly introduced the item. Commander Jorge Lopez provided a presentation regarding the update on Santa Ana Police Department response to June 2025 anti-ICE demonstration. CITY COUNCIL 22 APRIL 21, 2026 Councilmember Vazquez spoke regarding the anti-ICE demonstration in and inquired about who requested mutual aid from SAPD, the differences in police involvement between the May Day and June demonstrations, and the use of less- lethal weapons during protests. He requested the Police Oversight Commission explore partnerships with other departments to help prevent future protests from escalating, and called for the release of body-worn camera (BWC) footage to the public once related litigation has concluded. Commander Lopez stated the federal agents called SAPD requesting for mutual aid. Police Chief Rodriguez clarified the differences between the May Day and June demonstrations regarding SAPD involvement. Councilmember Hernandez spoke regarding the anti-ICE demonstration and expressed concerns about First Amendment rights and the SAPD's role during the event. He inquired about de-escalation tactics, whether SAPD complied with AB 481 during the demonstrations, and whether U.S. Attorney Bill Essayli requested mutual aid. He asked about injuries and claims sustained by individuals who were arrested, how officers determine when to use less-lethal force, and whether BWC footage is reviewed in those instances to ensure proper protocol, reasonable use of force, and officers being punched during the demonstration. Police Chief Rodriguez explained the process behind de-escalation practices and stated that the department was not compliant with AB 481. He noted the City has received a civil claim that has since become civil litigation regarding an individual injured during an arrest, addressed the department's decision-making process for using less-lethal rounds, confirmed all body-wom BWC footage is reviewed for evidentiary purposes, and described instances of officers being struck. Councilmember Lopez voiced concerns regarding First Amendment rights and SAPD's use of mutual aid during the demonstration, inquired about the types of chemical agents deployed and their effects, questioned why the report lacked additional detail about the incident, and asked who communicated with the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DNS) at the outset. She requested clarification on the reason SAPD formed a defensive line and how the department determines when a demonstration is classified as unlawful, Police Chief Rodriguez explained the request for SAPD's mutual aid in the demonstration, the formation of the officers at the forefront being a mutual aid response, and the classification of an unlawful demonstration. Commander Lopez stated CS gas was used and explained its usage and why it was utilized during the demonstration. City Attorney Sonia Carvalho explained the City has four government tort claims and one lawsuit regarding to the June 2025 demonstrations, therefore all information cannot be provided due to liability, and stated she took the DHS call CITY COUNCIL 23 APRIL 21, 2026 requesting law enforcement support and notified the City manager and Police Chief. Councilmember Phan inquired whether, once pending litigation is complete, a full presentation could be provided outlining all that occurred during the June demonstration. She raised concerns about whether government tort claims against individual officers could potentially violate the Peace Officer Bill of Rights (POBAR), and if so, whether that would limit the City's ability to take appropriate personnel action, and asked about SAPD's role during the demonstration and how the department responds to public calls for help. She emphasized the importance of ensuring all laws are followed so that appropriate actions are taken and all perspectives are considered. City Attorney Carvalho explained once litigation is complete, the information would be subject to disclosure, addressed considerations related to potential POBAR violations and the implications if such violations occur. She clarified SAPD's role during the demonstration, noting it was guided by communication with U.S. Attorneys. Mayor Amezcua asked for the definition of mutual aid and clarification on SAPD's role during the demonstrations, including whether the department was assisting ICE, and inquired about the events that occurred and expressed interest in reviewing more information once the litigation is complete. Commander Lopez clarified the definition of mutual aid, SAPD called mutual aid and the factors for calling mutual aid. Police Chief Rodriguez clarified DHS called to assist in rescuing federal employees in the federal building. Councilmember Vazquez inquired whether SAPD learned any lessons since the demonstrations. Police Chief Rodriguez explained evaluating processes that occurred during the demonstrations and other situations as well. No action was taken. CITY COUNCIL 24 APRIL 21, 2026 MOTION: Councilmember Hernandez moved to continue Agenda Item No. 27 and the Housing Authority meeting, seconded by Councilmember Lopez. SUBSTITUTE MOTION: Councilmember Bacerra moved to hear Agenda Item No. 27 only and continue the Housing Authority Meeting to the next meeting, seconded by Mayor Pro Tern Penaloza. The substitute motion carried, 4-3, by the following roll call vote: AYES: COUNCILMEMBER BACERRA, COUNCILMEMBER PHAN, MAYOR PRO TEM PENALOZA, MAYOR AMEZCUA NOES: COUNCILMEMBER HERNANDEZ, COUNCILMEMBER LOPEZ, COUNCILMEMBER VAZQUEZ ABSTAIN: NONE ABSENT: NONE Status: 4— 3 — Pass COUNCILMEMBER REQUESTED ITEM 27.Discuss and Consider Directing the City Manager to Direct Staff to Draft and Bring Back a Resolution for Council Consideration That Would be Sent to Assemblymember Avelino Valencia and Senator Tom Umberg, Requesting That the State Legislature Amend AB 645 (Friedman) to Allow the City of Santa Ana to Establish a Speed Safety System Pilot Program As Soon As Possible — Councilmember Bacerra MINUTES: Councilmember Bacerra spoke in support of the item, a speed safety pilot program would benefit the City, the safeguards in place to prevent data breaches. Mayor Amezcua spoke in support of the item and inquired about the department that would oversee the pilot program. Police Chief Robert Rodriguez clarified, the pilot program would not be overseen by his department. Councilmember Phan inquired on the cost of the pilot program. City Attorney Sonia Carvalho reminded the Council the parameters for the item discussion. CITY MANAGER COMMENTS MINUTES: None. CITY COUNCIL 25 APRIL 21, 2026 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: None. ADJOURNMENT—Adjourn the City Council meeting. MINUTES: Mayor Amezcua adjourned the City Council Meeting at 11:52 P.M. Respectfully submitted,; . ennifer CIVIC City Cl CITY COUNCIL 26 APRIL 21, 2026