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OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
SANTA ANA, CALIFORNIA
OCTOBER 21, 2013
CLOSED SESSION MEETING
CALLED TO ORDER COUNCIL CHAMBER
22 CIVIC CENTER PLAZA
SANTA ANA, CA
5:10 P.M.
ATTENDANCE COUNCILMEMBERS Present:
MIGUEL A. PULIDO, Mayor
SAL TINAJERO, Mayor Pro Tern
ANGELICA AMEZCUA
P. DAVID BENAVIDES
MICHELE MARTINEZ
ROMAN A. REYNA
VINCENT F. SARMIENTO
COUNCILMEMBERS Absent:
NONE
STAFF Present:
DAVID CAVAZOS, City Manager
SONIA R. CARVALHO, City Attorney
MARIA D. HUIZAR, Clerk of the Council
PUBLIC COMMENTS
• Barbara Lamere, member of Windsor Village Neighborhood Association,
commented on need for open space at Centennial Park; land granted by Federal
government to be used for recreational purposes.
• Steve McGuigan, representing Riverview West Neighborhood Association, spoke of
Santa Ana College facilities at Centennial Park
o Executive Director of Parks, Recreation and Community Services, Gerardo
Mouet indicated that matter would be agendized at upcoming Parks,
Recreation, Education, and Youth Council Committee meeting.
• Patricia Michel, member of Windsor Village Neighborhood Association, commented
on loss of open space due to other users at Centennial Park.
• Alex Vega, supports open space; no additional educational facilities needed.
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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:
1A CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL -- EXISTING LITIGATION
pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9(a)
Dawna Cooper v. City of Santa Ana; Workers' Compensation Appeals
Board case #ADJ6643646
Dianna Lee v. City of Santa Ana; Workers' Compensation Appeals Board
case #ADJ8138541; AHM0117703; AHM0052954
1B CONFERENCE WITH REAL PROPERTY NEGOTIATOR pursuant to
Government Code Section 54956.8.
Address of Property: Centennial Education Center
2900 W. Edinger Avenue, Santa Ana, 92704
Negotiators: City Manager David Cavazos, Parks,
Recreation & Community Services Agency
Director Gerado Mouet and Chancellor of the
Rancho Santiago Community College District
(RSCCD) Raul Rodriguez
Terms under Negotiation: Price and Terms of Lease
CLOSED SESSION REPORT — See Item 19A. for Report.
ADJOURNED THE CLOSED SESSION MEETING AT 6:05 P.M. AND CONVENED TO
THE REGULAR OPEN MEETING
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CALLED TO ORDER COUNCIL CHAMBER
22 CIVIC CENTER PLAZA
SANTA ANA, CA
6:06 P.M.
ATTENDANCE COUNCILMEMBERS Present:
MIGUEL A. PULIDO, Mayor
SAL TINAJERO, Mayor Pro Tern
ANGELICA AMEZCUA
P. DAVID BENAVIDES
MICHELE MARTINEZ
ROMAN A. REYNA
VINCENT F. SARMIENTO
COUNCILMEMBERS Absent:
NONE
STAFF Present:
DAVID CAVAZOS, City Manager
SONIA R. CARVALHO, City Attorney
MARIA D. HUIZAR, Clerk of the Council
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE MAYOR PULIDO
INVOCATION ERIC WAKELING, POLICE CHAPLAIN
OATH OF OFFICE administered to David Cavazos, City Manager by Clerk of the
Council.
PRESENTATIONS
SPECIAL PRESENTATION by MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL recognizing former Santa
Ana Police Officer, Jose Vargas' lifelong service to the community and dedication of the
Jose Vargas Community Affairs Office.
PROCLAMATION presented by COUNCILMEMBER MARTINEZ recognizing Hispanic
Heritage Month. Accepting the Proclamation is Sandra Cervantes, owner of Miniondas
Newspaper.
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CLOSED SESSION REPORT — City Attorney Carvalho reported on items listed on
Consent Calendar, Agenda Item 19A.
Penguin
PUBLIC COMMENT
1. Steve Rocco, commented on restraining order and recall effort.
2. Sam Romero, member of Santa Ana Business Council, request opportunity to bid
on Fiestas Patrias; commented on saturation of businesses selling alcohol;
suggest publication of pending Alcohol and Beverage Control license applications.
3. Carlos Aguilar, local artist, noted that he has been awarded #1 mural in County;
request bid on wall at Santa Ana Plaza.
4. Christina Rush, member of Bristol Street Business Owners Coalition, commented
on grass roots efforts to protect businesses; thanked members of the City Council
for meet and greet opportunity; 650 petitions signed in support of businesses;
encourage aesthetic improvements.
5. Lou Biue, architect working with Coalition proposed incorporating original design
ideas into alternative plan; reduce driveways; establish reciprocal parking; fagade
upgrades; creates urban space on north side for pedestrians; shaded parking
stalls; and solar energy for electric cars; would like to work with staff in completing
design together.
6. Jeronimo Chavez, business owner on Bristol Street; noted that there were no
properties available if he had to relocate - may have to go outside of City limits;
Coalition reviewing alternatives and opined that it would be a win -win for all
involved; Washington to 17th Street expansion would have a modern plan with
consistent look.
7. Larry Kaplan, owner of McDonald's on Bristol, Site Plan Review in progress, would
like to collaborate on solutions; traffic noise is of great concern to residents;
landscape and sound wall are possible solutions
8. Dr. Kent Ochiai, commented on importance of maintaining north end of the City on
Bristol as an educational and professional business gateway; no need to have
empty open parkways.
9. Dr. Veronica Rosales, dentist on Bristol Street, would like to remain at current
location.
10. Fumiko Demura, Genbu -Kai Karate School, noted that his business has been at
same location for 47 years on Bristol Street, would like to remain at current
location.
11. Dr. Yongjae Lee, urged City Council not to relocate his business.
12. Catalina Hoang Phan, tax business owner on Bristol, would like to continue doing
business at location.
13. Dr. Robert Gonzales, commented on personal relationships built over the years
with area residents that would be broken if business displaced.
14. John Palacios, supports Bristol Street widening and open green space; proposed
alternatives for North Bristol Street businesses.
15. Zeke Hernandez, spoke of displacement issues as a result of the Grand Avenue
widening project.
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16. Alex Vega, commented of family businesses successes and also congratulated
new City Manager David Cavazos.
17. Gayle McLean, retired nurse at Santa Ana Unified School District; supports
businesses along Bristol Street; opined that loss of businesses may affect services
provided to low income and disabled members of our community.
18. Steve McGuigan, invited all to attend the Boo at the Zoo event and elected officials
to tour the Zoo.
19. Matthew Southgate, member of United Artists of Santa Ana, spoke of various arts
advocacy groups in the community.
20. Rosie Rios, urged City Council to establish services and programs to homeless
who do not to qualify for existing programs.
21. Carolyn Torres, spoke in opposition to civil gang injunction in Townsend
neighborhood and proposed social programs.
22. Alicia Rojas, welcomed new City Manager; expressed support of mural at Santa
Ana Plaza, Santa Ana Business Council and SACReD's efforts; spoke on recent
cancellation of contract for mural at Santa Ana Plaza; proposed Ad Hoc Committee
consider matter.
23. Elizabeth Cardenas, spoke in support of arts; suggested art committee to discuss
mural at Santa Ana Plaza.
24. Adriana Alexander, indicated that workshop for arts community held on mural at
Santa Ana Plaza; proposed Ad Hoc committee consider art project - important to
engage community in process.
25. Moises Camacho, opined that Santa Ana is center of arts movement; inquired as
to reason City cancelled contract for mural; City to reconsider contract to move
project forward.
26. Kimberly Duran, spoke on mural at Santa Ana Plaza; also opined that Ad Hoc
committee consider contract.
27. Isidro Perez, spoke on cancellation of contract to produce mural at Santa Ana
Plaza, unfair decision.
• Mayor Pro Tern Tinajero indicated that Parks, Recreation, Education and Youth
Council Committee would agendize matter at upcoming meeting.
28. Laura Montagne, Executive Director of The GRAIN Project, commented on
sustainability and community engagement important in the City - follow the
Phoenix Plan; foster collaboration; also requested assistance in reestablishing the
Santa Ana farmers market.
29. James Stewart, spoke on Agenda Item 31 C - Variance on Parking on Bristol
30. Tish Leon, concerned with pedestrian safety — requested educational programs for
drivers and pedestrians; spoke on computer labs outreach efforts on the strategic
plan, proposed computers made available to the community at all times; thanked
City employees for fitness equipment at senior center.
31. Ellen Diamond, board member of The GRAIN Project; spoke in support of art on
utility boxes; suggested that committee communicate with businesses and project
proponents.
32. Victor Payan, commented on success of 4C Film Fiestas thanked sponsors and
talent available in the City.
33. Pocha Pena, member of United Artist of Santa Ana, requested infrastructure to
support artist, establish fair and transparent process; advocated for more live work
housing; commended PREY committee for considering art programs.
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34. Diane Ashbaugh, spoke in support of utility art boxes that would promote Santa
Ana spirit; information not available on the web.
35. James Kendrick, concerned with pedestrian accidents in the area; proposed that
traffic coming into Downtown area slow down.
36. Beatriz Fernandez, representing Delhi Center, thanked the City for collaborative
efforts on infrastructure improvements at Delhi Center.
37. Debra Russell, spoke on art related matters and expressed support for mural at
Santa Ana Plaza.
38. Alfredo Amezcua, thanked the council for selection of City Manager and welcomed
him to the City.
39. Francisco Barragan, thanked the City Council for recognizing Jose Vargas and
hiring of City Manager.
40. Neyexi Trejo, member of SACReD, thanked the City Council on Strategic Plan
efforts — computers available to complete the survey; commented that on average
most residents spent 30 minutes completing, suggested better translation of
Spanish version and ability to complete in writing.
41. Miriam Lopez, thanked the City Council for community outreach opportunities.
42. Adolfo Lopez, represent Santa Ana Business Council, welcomed new City
Manager; thanked City for recognition of Jose Vargas' service to the community;
commented on traffic speed in downtown area.
43. Raul Yanez, member of Santa Ana Business Council, look forward to working with
new City Manager.
44. Francisco Gomez, representing Pacific Baseball League, concerned that Parks
Policy on field designation displacing Santa Ana residents.
45. Isaac Sandoval, representing Pacific Baseball, commented that their League has
2nd highest number of City residents.
46. Jesus Nieto, owner of Pacific Baseball, disappointed with unfair distribution of
baseball fields.
47. Madeline Spencer, opined that citywide view needed in all decisions.
CONSENT CALENDAR ITEMS
MOTION: Approve Consent Calendar Items 10A through 31C as
recommended by staff with the following modifications:
• Staff recommendation to continue of Agenda Item 25D for 30 days;
• Councilmember Reyna pulled Agenda Item 22J for separate discussion;
• Councilmember Amezcua abstained on Agenda Item 10A; and
• Councilmember Sarmiento pulled Agenda Item 25A and 25B for separate
discussion.
VOTE: AYES:
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SECOND: Tinajero
Amezcua, Benavides, Martinez, Pulido, Reyna,
Sarmiento, Tinajero (7)
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NOES: None (0)
ABSTAIN: None (0)
ABSENT: None (0)
Items removed for separate action or modified are highlighted. Separate actions show
the actual vote. Items without votes are adopted as part of the consent motion.
ADMINISTRATIVE MATTERS
MINUTES
10A MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF SEPTEMBER 16, 2013 -
Clerk of the Council Office
MOTION: Approve Minutes.
'Councilmember Amezcua abstained on Agenda Item 10A
BOARDS I COMMISSIONS i COMMITTEES
13A BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS BIANNUAL ATTENDANCE REPORT -
APRIL 2013 THROUGH SEPTEMBER 2013 - Clerk of the Council Office
MOTION: Receive and file Boards and Commissions Biannual
Attendance Report.
13B COUNCIL COMMITTEE REPORTS - Police Department
MOTION: Receive and file the Public Safety Committee Minutes of
June 18 and August 27, 2013.
MISCELLANEOUS ADMINISTRATION
19A CONFIRMATION OF CLOSED SESSION ACTION(S) — City Attorney's
Office
MOTION: Approve settlement agreements:
Dawna Cooper v. City of Santa Ana; Workers' Compensation Appeals
Board case #ADJ6643646; Settlement in the amount of $36,541.
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Dianna Lee v. City of Santa Ana; Workers' Compensation Appeals Board
case #ADJ8138541; AHM0117703; AHM0052954; Settlement in the
amount of $99,000.
19B EXCUSED ABSENCES — None
19C DESTRUCTION OF OBSOLETE CITY RECORDS - Clerk of the Council
Office and Finance & Management Services
MOTION: Approve the requests for the destruction of obsolete
records from various City departments in accordance with the
retention schedule outlined in City Council Resolution 2013 -014.
BUDGETARY MATTERS
APPROPRIATION ADJUSTMENTS
20A AGREEMENT AND APPROPRIATION ADJUSTMENT ACCEPTING
OFFICE OF TRAFFIC SAFETY, SOBRIETY CHECKPOINT GRANT
FUNDS - Police Department
Continued from the September 16, 2013 City Council meeting by a vote of
6 -0 (Amezcua absent).
MOTION:
1. Authorize the City Manager and Clerk of the Council to execute
an agreement subject to non - substantive changes approved by
the City Manager and City Attorney.
AGMT NO. 2013 -160 - With the State Office of Traffic Safety for
Sobriety Checkpoint Grant funds for one year in an amount not to
exceed $157,800.
2. Approve an appropriation adjustment (Requires five affirmative
votes)
APPROPRIATION ADJUSTMENT NO. 2014 -035 - Accepting State of
California, Office of Traffic Safety, Sobriety Checkpoint Grant funds in
an amount of $157,800 in the Office of Traffic Safety revenue account
and appropriate same to expenditure accounts.
SPECIFICATIONS — PURCHASE OF EQUIPMENT AND SERVICES
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MOTION: Award in accordance with Request for Council Action.
(Items 22A through 221)
22A SPEC. NO. 13 -055 - SPORTS LIGHTING REPLACEMENT AND REPAIR
- Award a contract to Parkia, Inc. Engineering & Construction for a one -
year period with provision for three, one -year renewals, in an annual
amount not to exceed $60,000 (Parks, Recreation & Community Services
Agency) - Finance & Management Services
22B SPEC. NO. 10 -052 - OFFICE SUPPLIES - Renew the contract with Office
Depot in an annual amount not to exceed $170,000 - Finance &
Management Services
22C SPEC. NO. 11 -044 - SIGNS, HARDWARE AND ACCESSORIES - Renew
the contract with Safeway Sign Company for a one -year period in an
amount not to exceed $125,000 (Public Works Agency) - Finance &
Management Services
22D SPEC. NO. 11 -049 - MULTI -JET WATER METERS — Renew the contract
with Aqua- Metric Sales Company for a one -year period in an amount not
to exceed $125,000 (Public Works Agency) - Finance & Management
Services
22E SPEC. NO. 12 -011 - MISCELLANEOUS PLUMBING SUPPLIES - Renew
the contracts for a one -year period in an annual aggregate amount not to
exceed $90,000, with the following vendors: - Finance & Management
Services
Vendor
Ferguson Enterprises, Inc.
Irvine Pipe & Supply, Inc.
Location
Pomona
Santa Ana
22F SPEC. NO. 12 -061 - ELECTRICAL SERVICES - Renew the contracts for
a one -year period in an aggregate amount of $200,000 with the following
vendors: - Finance & Management Services
Vendor Location
A.J. Kirkwood & Associates, Inc. Tustin
Williams & Maher, Inc. Santa Ana
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22G SPEC. NO. 12 -076 - WASH AND FILL SAND - Renew the contract with
West Coast Sand and Gravel, Inc. for a one -year period in an amount not
to exceed $75,000 (Public Works Agency) - Finance & Management
Services
22H SPEC. NO. 13 -043 - WATER TREATMENT SALT - Award a contract to
Waterline Technologies for a one -year period, with provision for three,
one -year renewals in an annual amount not to exceed $45,000 (Public
Works Agency) - Finance & Management Services
221 SPEC. NO. 13 -046 - CONCRETE MIXER SYSTEM - Award a contract to
Cart-Away Concrete Systems, Inc. in an amount not to exceed $55,500
(Public Works Agency) - Finance & Management Services
22J SPEC. NO. 13 -048 - CHARTER BUS SERVICE- Finance & Management
Services
Councilmember Reyna concerned with long term agreement. Mayor
Pulido proposed an amendment to the recommendation and allow for
three one -year renewal.
SUBSTITUTE MOTION: Award a contract to Certified Transportation
Services, Inc. for a one -year period with provision for three, one -year
renewals, in an annual amount not to exceed $55,000 (Parks,
Recreation & Community Services Agency and Police Department)
MOTION: Reyna
VOTE: AYES:
NOES:
ABSTAIN
ABSENT:
PROJECTS/CHANGE ORDERS
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Amezcua, Benavides, Martinez, Pulido,
Reyna, Sarmiento, Tinajero (7)
None (0)
None (0)
None (0)
23A REJECT THE PROPOSAL FOR A NEW PROPANE FUELING STATION
AT THE SANTA ANA CORPORATE YARD (PROJECT NO.111300) -
Public Works Agency and Finance & Management Services
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MOTION: Reject the proposal for the new propane fueling station,
service agreement, and propane supply at the Corporate Yard.
23B CONTRACT AWARD FOR 2013/2014 OMNIBUS CONCRETE
REPLACEMENT CONTRACT (PROJECT NO. 146798) - Public Works
Agency
MOTION:
1. Award a contract to Y &M Construction, Inc., the lowest
responsible bidder, in accordance with unit bid prices, totaling
$283,875 for the construction of the Omnibus Concrete
Replacement Project.
2. Approve the Cost Analysis for a total estimated project delivery
cost of $368,038.
AGREEMENTS
25A AGMT NO. 2013 -161 - MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING -
Personnel Services Agency
Councilmember Martinez reflected on labor negotiations; thanked union
for leadership, and staff and employees for all coming together to
successfully agree on terms.
Mayor Pulido also thanked all involved.
MOTION: Authorize the City Manager and Clerk of the Council to
execute the following agreement, subject to non - substantive
changes approved by the City Manager and City Attorney.
Approve a side letter agreement to the Memorandum of Understanding
with the Police Officers Association (POA) regarding wages and other
terms and conditions of employment for a two -year period covering July
1. 2013 — June 30. 2015
MOTION: Martinez SECOND: Benavides
VOTE: AYES: Amezcua, Benavides, Martinez, Pulido,
Reyna, Sarmiento, Tinajero (7)
NOES: None (0)
ABSTAIN: None (0)
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25B
25C
ABSENT: None (0)
AGMT NO. 2013 -162 — AMENDMENT - MEMORANDUM OF
UNDERSTANDING — Personnel Services Agency
Councilmember Sarmiento thanked President of POA and outgoing SEW
President Sergio Verino for concluding successful negotiations; thanked
staff.
Councilmember Martinez thanked outgoing SEIU President for
commitment and representing employees well; thanked Personnel
Director.
Mayor Pulido personally thanked union representatives.
MOTION: Authorize the City Manager and Clerk of the Council to
execute the following agreement, subject to non - substantive
changes approved by the City Manager and City Attorney.
Approve a side letter agreement to the Memorandum of Understanding
with the Service Employees International Union (SEIU) regarding wages
and other terms and conditions of employment for a two -year period
covering July 1, 2013 — June 30, 2015
MOTION: Sarmiento SECOND: Martinez
VOTE: AYES: Amezcua, Benavides, Martinez, Pulido,
Reyna, Sarmiento, Tinajero (7)
NOES: None (0)
ABSTAIN: None (0)
ABSENT: None (0)
MOTION: Authorize the City Manager and Clerk of the Council to
execute the following agreements, subject to non - substantive
changes approved by the City Manager and City Attorney and /or
actions as noted on the Request for Council Action report. (Item 25C
through 25F)
AGMT NO. 2013 -163 - ONE STOP OPERATOR MEMORANDUM OF
UNDERSTANDING - Execute an extension with the Santa Ana W /O /R /K
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Center as the Comprehensive One -Stop Operator for Program Year 2013-
2014 - Community Development Agency
Recommended Action approved by the Workforce Investment Board on
October 8, 2013 by a 5 -0 vote (McMurtray, Claudio, and Korthuis absent).
25D FIRE STATION CAPITAL IMPROVEMENTS — Staff continued matter for
30 days, to the November 18, 2013 City Council Meeting - Community
Development Agency
MOTION: Martinez SECOND: Sarmiento
VOTE: AYES: Amezcua, Benavides, Martinez, Pulido,
Reyna, Sarmiento, Tinajero (7)
NOES: None (0)
ABSTAIN: None (0)
ABSENT: None (0)
25E AGMT 2013 -164 - REMOTE ALARM MONITORING AND
MANAGEMENT SERVICES - With Hadronex, Inc., in an amount not to
exceed $75,000 annually, for a term of one year, with the option to extend
for up to three additional one -year periods exercisable by the City
Manager - Public Works Agency
25F AGMT 2013 -165 - AMENDMENT - DEVELOPMENT PROJECT AND
PROGRAM MANAGEMENT SERVICES - With Keyser Marston
Associates to increase the compensation by an additional amount of
$20,000, for a total aggregate amount not to exceed $70,000 - Community
Development Agency
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CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT/VARIANCES
31A CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 2013 -36 TO ALLOW A TYPE 47
ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE CONTROL LICENSE, CONDITIONAL USE
PERMIT NO. 2013 -37 TO ALLOW AFTER -HOURS OPERATION, AND
CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 2013 -38 TO ALLOW A BANQUET
USE FOR THE EL MERCADO RESTAURANT AT 301 NORTH
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SPURGEON STREET - AMARYLLIS LOPEZ, APPLICANT - Planning and
Building Agency
Recommended action approved by the Planning Commission on
September 23, 2013, by a vote of 6 -0 (Alderete absent).
MOTION: Receive and file the staff report approving Conditional Use
Permit No. 2013 -36 as conditioned, Conditional Use Permit No. 2013-
37 as conditioned, and Conditional Use Permit No. 2013 -38 as
conditioned.
31 B CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO, 2013 -35 TO ALLOW A TYPE 47
ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE CONTROL LICENSE FOR APPLEBEE'S
RESTAURANT AT 2800 NORTH MAIN STREET, UNIT 868 - PATRICK
EULBERG, APPLICANT - Planning and Building Agency
Recommended action approved by the Planning Commission on
September 23, 2013, by a vote of 5 -0 (Gartner abstained; Alderete
absent).
MOTION: Receive and file the staff report approving Conditional Use
Permit No. 2013 -33 as conditioned.
31C VARIANCE NO. 2013 -11 TO ALLOW A REDUCTION IN PARKING FOR
PLANET FITNESS AT 2725 NORTH BRISTOL STREET — ERIC A.
NELSON, APPLICANT - Planning and Building Agency
Recommended action approved by the Planning Commission on
September 23, 2013, by a vote of 6 -0 (Alderete absent).
MOTION: Receive and file the staff report approving Variance No.
2013 -11 as conditioned.
* *END OF CONSENT CALENDAR **
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BUSINESS CALENDAR ITEMS
MISCELLANEOUS ADMINISTRATION (Non- routine)
19D REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS FOR AFFORDABLE RENTAL HOUSING
DEVELOPMENT - Community Development Agency
MOTION: Authorize the Community Development Agency to release
a Request for Proposals to qualified affordable housing developers
seeking proposals for federal HOME funded affordable rental
project(s) to be developed in Santa Ana.
MOTION: Martinez
VOTE: AYES:
NOES:
ABSTAIN
SECOND: Tinajero
Amezcua, Benavides, Martinez, Pulido, Reyna,
Sarmiento, Tinajero (7)
None (0)
None (0)
SPECIFICATIONS — PURCHASE OF EQUIPMENT AND SERVICES (Non- routine)
22K SPEC. NOS. 13 -047, 13 -049, 13 -058 AND 13 -059 - COMPUTERS,
SURVEILLANCE SYSTEM, MEDIA & FURNITURE FOR THE GARFIELD
COMMUNITY CENTER - (Parks, Recreation & Community Services
Agency) - Finance & Management Services
MOTION: Award the following contracts subject to non - substantive
changes approved by the City Manager and City Attorney:
1. Award a contract to Apple, Inc. for the purchase of personal
computers, laptops and video editing software in an amount not
to exceed $110,300; and increase the aggregate limit for
miscellaneous purchases in an amount not to exceed $25,000
annually.
2. Award a contract to Siemens Industry, Inc. for the purchase of a
video surveillance system in an amount not to exceed $69,000.
3. Award a contract to Digital Networks Group, Inc. for the purchase
audiolvideo equipment in an amount not to exceed $58,000.
4. Award a contract to CDS Office Products for classroom furniture
in an amount not to exceed $43,700.
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MOTION: Martinez SECOND: Reyna
VOTE: AYES: Amezcua, Benavides, Martinez, Pulido, Reyna,
Sarmiento, Tinajero (7)
NOES: None (0)
ABSTAIN: None (0)
PROJECTS /CHANGE ORDERS (Non- routine)
23C CONTRACT AWARD FOR GARFIELD EXERCISE PARK (PROJECT
NO.107557) - Public Works Agency; Parks, Recreation & Community
Services Agency; Community Development Agency
MOTION:
1. Award a contract to Hondo Company, Inc., the lowest responsible
bidder, in accordance with unit bid prices, totaling $265,259 for
the construction of Garfield Exercise Park.
2. Approve the Cost Analysis for a total estimated project delivery
cost of $331,603.
MOTION: Martinez
VOTE: AYES:
TI.C�T
ABSTAIN
RESOLUTIONS
SECOND: Sarmiento
Amezcua, Benavides, Martinez, Pulido, Reyna,
Sarmiento, Tinajero (7)
None (0)
None (0)
55A RESOLUTION FOR CENTER STREET URBAN GREENING GRANT
APPLICATION AT JEROME PARK - Parks, Recreation & Community
Services Agency
MOTION: Adopt a resolution.
RESOLUTION NO. 2013 -047 - A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL
OF THE CITY OF SANTA ANA APPROVING THE APPLICATION FOR
GRANT FUNDS FOR THE URBAN GREENING GRANT PROGRAM
UNDER THE SAFE DRINKING WATER, WATER QUALITY AND
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55B
SUPPLY, FLOOD CONTROL, RIVER AND COASTAL PROTECTION
BOND ACT OF 2006 (PROPOSITION 84)
MOTION: Sarmiento SECOND: Tinajero
VOTE: AYES: Amezcua, Benavides, Martinez, Pulido, Reyna,
Sarmiento, Tinajero (7)
NOES: None (0)
ABSTAIN: None (0)
RESOLUTION — MEASURE M2 COMPREHENSIVE TRANSPORTATION
FUNDING PROGRAM GRANT APPLICATIONS - Public Works Agency
MOTION:
1. Adopt a resolution.
RESOLUTION NO. 2013 -048 - A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA ANA APPROVING THE
SUBMITTAL OF IMPROVEMENT PROJECTS TO THE ORANGE
COUNTY TRANSPORTATION AUTHORITY FOR FUNDING UNDER
THE COMPREHENSIVE TRANSPORTATION PROGRAM
2. Direct staff to amend the Seven -Year Capital Improvement
Program to incorporate the Comprehensive Transportation
Funding Program projects list.
MOTION: Benavides SECOND: Tinajero
VOTE: AYES: Amezcua, Benavides, Martinez, Pulido, Reyna,
Sarmiento, Tinajero (7)
NOES: None (0)
ABSTAIN: None (0)
55C RESOLUTION AND AUTHORIZATION TO SUBMIT BICYCLE
CORRIDOR IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM APPLICATIONS - Public Works
Agency
MOTION: Adopt a resolution.
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RESOLUTION NO. 2013 -049 - A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL
OF THE CITY OF SANTA ANA AUTHORIZING THE SUBMISSION OF
PROJECTS FOR FUNDING UNDER THE BICYCLE CORRIDOR
IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM
MOTION: Martinez
VOTE: AYES:
NOES:
SECOND: Benavides
Amezcua, Benavides, Martinez, Pulido, Reyna,
Sarmiento, Tinajero (7)
None (0)
None (0)
75A PUBLIC HEARING — AMENDMENT TO DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT
NO. 2007 -01 FOR A NEW MULTI - FAMILY RESIDENTIAL
DEVELOPMENT AT 1901 EAST FIRST STREET — LYON COMMUNITY
DEVELOPMENT, APPLICANT - Planning and Building Agency
Recommended Action approved by the Planning Commission on August
26, 2013 by a 7 -0 vote.
Legal Notice published in the Orange County Reporter and notices mailed
on September 6, 2011
The Mayor opened and closed the Public Hearing at the September 16,
2013 City Council meeting. There were no additional comments received.
Continued from the September 16, 2013 City Council meeting by a vote of
6 -0 (Amezcua absent). Ad Hoc Committee (Mayor Pro Tern Tinajero and
Councilmember Sarmiento) to convene to negotiate the term of the in -lieu
fee and any other matters that may be pending.
Councilmember Sarmiento thanked staff for amendments to development
agreement; comments received from Kennedy Commission in support of
project; 10 affordable units on site as result of concord; commitment to
affordability projects.
Councilmember Benavides suggested water feature at site.
Mayor Pro Tern Tinajero thanked applicant for supporting proposal.
'Councilmember Reyna left the dais at 8:45 p.m. and did not participate in
the final decision of the matter.
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MOTION:
1. Adopt a resolution.
RESOLUTION NO. 2013 -050 - A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA ANA APPROVING THE
ADDENDUM TO THE FINAL ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT REPORT
NO. 2006 -01 AND APPROVING THE MITIGATION MONITORING
AND REPORTING PROGRAM FOR THE PROPERTY LOCATED AT
1901 EAST FIRST STREET
2. Place ordinance on first reading and authorize publication of title.
ORDINANCE NO. NS -2850 - AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA ANA APPROVING AN
AMENDMENT TO THE DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT BETWEEN
THE CITY OF SANTA ANA AND LYON HOUSING (FIRST STREET)
XLVIII, LLC
MOTION: Sarmiento
VOTE: AYES:
NOES:
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SECOND: Benavides
Amezcua, Benavides,
Sarmiento, Tinajero (6)
Reyna (1)
None (0)
Councilmember Reyna returned to the dais at 8:50 p.m.
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CITY MANAGER'S COMMENTS - None
CITY COUNCILMEMBER COMMENTS:
Martinez, Pulido, ,
Councilmember Martinez:
• Met with Bristol Street Business Coalition; suggested study session on
Bristol Street widening project; assure businesses owners that City
willing to work with them; policy decision crucial;
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• Reflected on recent pedestrian fatalities; OCTA Plan is to increase
speed - important to communicate and meet with Board members to
discuss issues; opined that synchronized lights may help; and
• Noted that one year anniversary of passage of Sunshine Ordinance
approaching; staff providing budget update at meeting scheduled for
next Tuesday; commitment to be open and transparent; need to
develop Request For Proposal process on mural project; PREY
Committee to consider matter; important to standardize process and
policy for the arts.
Councilmember Sarmiento
• Welcomed new city manager;
• Congratulate Councilmember Martinez on Active Streets and
Transportation event held at University of California, Irvine; well
attended;
• Thanked all who attended Willard Joint Use ribbon cutting event;
congratulated Parks and Recreation staff who worked collaboratively
with SAUSD to obtain $4.4 million for open space;
• Commented on request from Laura Montagne regarding farmers
market; urged staff to work with The GRAIN Project;
• Noted that Grand Avenue Widening Project will oust La Grande
Panaderia; staff to assist in keeping business in the City; and
• Wished all a safe and sane Halloween.
Mayor Pro Tern Tinajero
• Welcomed OC Register writer Andrew Galvin;
• Commented on adult baseball league's field distribution policy; noted
that League cites 2011 statistics; staff to adhere to policy that is
equitable; and
• Welcomed new City Manager; happy to have strong leadership.
Councilmember Amezcua
• Welcomed City Manager, David Cavazos and thanked Chief Carlos
Rojas for filling in as Acting City Manager;
• Attended ribbon cutting event' at Willard Elementary;
• Thanked staff for strategic plan mobile outreach efforts; and
• Wished all a safe Halloween.
Councilmember Reyna
• Welcome new city manager;
• Thanked Councilmember Benavides for recognizing service of former
Santa Ana Police Office Jose Vargas;
• Concerned with pedestrian safety; attended Walk -to- School event;
• Reported that on October 5th held Convoy of Hope at Jerome Center;
• Invited all to attend Boo at the Zoo; and
• Encouraged all to shop in Santa Ana.
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Councilmember Benavides
• Convoy of Hope event well attended; thanked participants and
community organizations;
• Encouraged all to complete Strategic Plan survey - 2 weeks left to
submit;
• Noted that PREY Council Committee to consider mural project;
• Recognized Councilmember Reyna for hosting Youth Summit at Boys
Club; successful event that mentors and proving leadership skills to
our youth;
• Asked Planning and Building Executive Director Trevino to comment
on utility art box:
o Director Trevino noted that Mayor authorized Ad Hoc committee;
committee met and directed staff to review pilot programs in Long
Beach and San Clemente; models considered by committee; staff
recommends pilot program; full Council to consider art concepts;
and
• Suggest that Public Information Officer send out information to public.
Mayor Pulido
• Welcomed new City Manager;
• Noted City's efforts in the Artist Village over the years; redevelopment
funds had been used to attract restaurants; foodies revolution taking
place with more recognitions coming; and
• Wished all a Happy Halloween.
ADJOURNED - 9:23 P.M. - The next meeting of the City Council is scheduled for
Monday, November 4, 2013 at 5:00 p.m. for the Closed Session
Meeting immediately followed by the Regular Open Business
Meeting at 5:45 p.m. in the Council Chamber, 22 Civic Center
Plaza, Santa Ana, California.
Maria D. Huizar,
Clerk of the Council
FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS
Street Car Project Locally Preferred Alignment
Public Hearing on Sexlinger Property
Adoption of Strategic Plan
Harbor Blvd. Mixed -Use Plan
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