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COUNCIL COMMITTEE SPECIAL MEETING AGENDA
FINANCE, ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT, & TECHNOLOGY
March 18, 2015
11:30 AM
CALL TO ORDER City Hal[, Ross Annex Room 1600
20 Civic Center Plaza, Santa Ana, California
Committee Members: Michele Martinez, Chairperson
Vincent Sarmiento, Vice - Chairperson
Vacant — Councilmember #3
Recording Secretary: Teresa Ramirez, Executive Secretary
PUBLIC COMMENTS - Members of the public are allowed three minutes to speak on agenda items
or matters within the jurisdiction of the Committee.
AGENDA ITEMS
Item # Title / Strategic Plan I Agency- Presenter Action Review
_Item & F_ile_
1. Approval of Minutes for March 9, 2015, Regular Meeting X
Community Development Block Grant Fiscal Year 2015 -2016
Funding Process and Recommendations Update {STRATEGIC
PLAN NO 2, 2; 2,4; 5,4; 5,61 (Sylvia Vazquez, CDA)
Update on Down Payment Assistance Program (Strategic Plan
No. 5,3c) (Sidney Stone, CDA)
STAFF MEMBER COMMENTS:
COMMITTEE MEMBER COMMENTS:
ADJOURNMENT— Next regularly scheduled meeting is May 11, 2015
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Santa Ana City Council
Miguel A. Pulido,
Sal Tinalero,
Vincent F. Sarmlento,
Michele Martinez,
Angelica Amezcua,
P. David Benavides,
Roman Reyna,
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Mayor & Council Telephone: 714. 647.6900 . Agenda Item Inquiries: 714- 647 -6520 •
website: www.santa- ana.ore
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CITY OF SANTA ANA
CITY COUNCIL COMMITTEE ON
FINANCE, ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT, & TECHNOLOGY
REGULAR MEETING MINUTES
MARCH 9, 2015
CALL TO ORDER: City Hall
20 Civic Center Plaza, Room 1600
Santa Ana, CA
5:30 p.m.
ATTENDANCE: Council Committee members:
Michele Martinez, Chairperson
Vincent Sarmiento, Vice - Chairperson
Vacant, Committee Member #3
MEMBERS ABSENT
STAFF PRESENT:
GUESTS PRESENT:
PUBLIC COMMENTS
None
Francisco Gutierrez, FMSA
Sergio Vidal, FMSA
Waldo Barela, FMSA
Teresa Ramirez, FMSA
Sandra Simon, FMSA
Arturo Rodriguez, FMSA
Alvaro Castellon, FMSA
Gerardo Mouet, PRCSA
Haney Mostafa, PSA
David Cavazos, City Manager
Robert Cortez, CMO
Kelly Reenders, CDA
Marc Morley, CDA
Leigh Eisen, CDA
Sidney Stone, CDA
Susan Gorospe, CDA
Alma Flores, CMO
Jorge Garcia, CMO
Peter Katz, Com -Link; Blake Hopkins, AMCAL; Mario Turner,
AMCAL; Tim Bretz, Keyser Marston; Jim Lentz, I.T. Contractor
Blake Hopkins, AMCAL, Project Manager for 1440 E. First Street, Santa Ana. Here
to answer any questions.
• Mario Turner, AMCAL, also available to answer any questions regarding project.
AGENDA DISCUSSION ITEMS
1. Approval of Minutes from the Special Meeting of January 27, 2015.
MOTION: Sarmiento SECOND: Martinez
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VOTE: AYES: Martinez, Sarmiento (2)
NOES: None (0)
ABSENT: None (0)
(Items taken out of order.)
5. AMCAL Financing Update (Strategic Plan No. 5,3a) - (CDA)
Sidney Stone, Housing Division Manager, provided Power Point presentation on 151
Street Family Apartments, AMCAL and City of Santa Ana Partnership. Revitalization
of area with 64 units of affordable housing. Project design may not be best, as unit
occupancy could be up to five persons and parking is at a high ratio and may need
more circulation. Presentation lists due diligence items, including zone change and
developer deferred fee vs. upfront fees. Policy considerations also reviewed.
Councilmember Sarmiento stated he has been a strong advocate of affordable
housing. Needs to understand changes and new financing scrutiny.
Kelly Reenders, Executive Director, stated this is new inclusionary, usual HUD/
Federal parameters to be set. Tim Bretz from Keyser Marston added that
guidelines have changed and become stricter. Parking can be refined; three story
tuck -under parking to be designed which allows for more circulation parking.
Committee Chair, Michele Martinez, would like change in parking to not only include
vehicles, as there are multiple modes. Would like to make sure there is opportunity
for bikes, motorcycles, and pedestrians that need a safe path. People and cars
need to be taken into consideration as development moves forward.
Tax credits, developer fees, and any policy considerations to be reviewed and
brought to council in April. Councilmembers would like equity across the board.
We should be transparent and consistent. Developers encouraged to contact the
City Manager's office for information or any questions.
6. Budget Calendar and CIP Update (Strategic Plan No. 4, 2b) - (CMO)
City Manager, David Cavazos, discussed calendar of upcoming events including the
General Fund Trial Budget, Community Budget Outreach - Budget meetings, Capital
Improvement Program (CIP), Planning Commission and others items listed on
power point presentation.
Committee Chair, Michele Martinez, would like explanation or guide available to
help community understand what CIP is, source of funds, Measure M, priorities for
capital and other topics.
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2. Downtown Wayfinding and Streetscape Amenities (Strategic Plan No. 5, 4a) —
(CDA)
Leigh Eisen, Downtown Development Liaison, provided power point presentation of
what wayfinding is and is not, and the progress to date. Funding allocated is
$400,000. Process needs direction and knowledge of who's participating. Suggest
an ad hoc group to review signs to decide what's important and provide feedback.
Committee Chair, Michele Martinez suggests using Survey Monkey for all to input
as parking is basic necessity for city. Councilmember Sarmiento agrees we need to
give direction to move forward and is supportive of concept. Need to consider
context, be sensitive to community and be respectful. Hopefully cost adjustments
will not be big.
Martinez would also like to see other amenities provided downtown, like restrooms
in parking structures. Could be discussed when we're at line item from Wellness
Center for budget. City Manager, David Cavazos, reiterated we have $400,000
budgeted to proceed and start process. Public restrooms are feasible and are part
of downtown plan, but funding does not exist.
3. Downtown Parking Update (Strategic Plan No. 3, 4b) — (CMO)
City Manager David Cavazos provided draft study of parking. There have been no
rate increases for twenty years and beyond that there are no records. We've had
lots of discussion; however not in a big hurry. Talk and listen at town hall meetings
to build on our successes to make Santa Ana a great place to visit. Needs:
restrooms downtown, police substations, parking, ambassadors, security cameras
and other items listed in presentation. Rates of garages versus parking meter need
to be fixed.
Committee Chair Michele Martinez not supportive of increase. All modes of
transportation should be included. Supports rideshare, circulation and other options
for people. Many folks live within a three mile radius. Possible bond measure tax or
DOF funds due to city may help fund.
Councilmember Vince Sarmiento has heard comments on parking tickets and would
like to know if we're on par with other cities. Where do we find monies to fund other
modes? If increase, then soft on violations? Would like to see visitors return to
downtown where it's safe and clean and not a place to be cited.
City Manager, David Cavazos, stated other cities such as Huntington Beach, Long
Beach, San Clemente, and Santa Monica can charge twice as much as Santa Ana
for parking. Shuttle service will help with circulator as we phase in options.
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Susan Gorospe, Senior Management Analyst provided Memorandum from Special
Counsel, Thomas Clark Jr. stating funds are frozen. `Redevelopment Dissolution
Act does not currently provide authorization to expend bond proceeds in any
manner other than to defease the bonds or purchase the outstanding bond on the
open market for cancellation.' (Agenda item 9). Francisco Gutierrez added that
financial advisors say defease is very expensive and not recommended.
Michele Martinez would like more flexibility in fines and parking penalties. David
Cavazos says lowering fine amount might be best approach. Will get
recommendations and options.
10. I.T. Assessment {Strategic Plan No. 6, 1 i) — (CMO)
Robert Cortez, Special Assistant to the City Manager, provided update: Phase I
complete and 23 of 27 workshops done. Council to be included in workshop
scheduled for end of March. Phase III is scheduled for May.
11. Wi -Fi Update {Strategic Plan No. 6, 1 i) — (FMSA)
Francisco Gutierrez provided update: Phase I finishing up, Wi -Fi equipment
installed at 24 sites. Broadband waiting on Time Warner installation of fiber optic.
Phase II to include Police Admin with contract going to council in April. All should
be active by the end of 2015.
Committee Chair Martinez would like equipment selection to be in sync. Mayor and
Council to review for additional sites if they want Senior Center or parks. Make sure
we continue to be transparent and open.
13. Update on City Council Policy for Community Events {Strategic Plan No. 21 —
(PRCSA)
Gerardo Mouet, Executive Director, provided listing of 2015 City Events, budget,
policy description and co- sponsorship application that requires his approval.
Committee Chair Martinez: this is a good example of process that could be used by
City Council who supports sponsorships and neighborhood association community
participation. Council members would like to see some flexibility for options and
possible waivers of permit fees. David Cavazos added that there are funds in
council budget for flexibility.
12. Potential Bond or Tax Measure for Infrastructure and Transportation
(Strategic Plan No. 4) — (CMO)
City Manager provided memorandum from City Attorney regarding municipal
revenue sources and information on potential bond election schedule. Various
options will need to be reviewed and decisions made on how much and other
factors; 2016 election is the goal. Councilmembers would like more information
provided for voters to be supportive.
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7. Retire Health Care and Pension Costs Update {Strategic Plan No. 4, 2d} —
(FMSA)
Committee Chair Martinez would like OPEB reduced more. Would like staff to look
at South Lake Tahoe and see how their reduction was done. See if we can reduce
liability and possibly work with negotiations next year.
ITEMS MOVED TO NEXT COMMITTEE MEETING
Due to time constraints, the following items will be placed on the next meeting's agenda.
• Update on Down Payment Assistance Program
COMMITTEE MEMBER COMMENTS:
STAFF MEMBER COMMENTS:
City Manager, David Cavazos — Need Special Meeting to review block grants (CDBG)
Adjournment — 7:23 p.m.
Teresa R?fnirez,
CDA
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COUNCIL COMMITTEE MEETING
AGENDA
PUBLIC SAFETY AND NEIGHBORHOOD IMPROVEMENT
MARCH 24, 2015
5:30 P.M.
CALL TO ORDER City Hall Ross Annex, Conference Room 1600
20 Civic Center Plaza, Santa Ana, California
Committee Members: Councilmembers Benavides, Tinajero, Amezcua
Police Chief, OCFA Division Chief, Senior Assistant City Attorney
Recording Secretary: Eileen Greene
PUBLIC COMMENTS - Members of the public are allowed three minutes to speak on agenda items
or matters within the jurisdiction of the Committee.
AGENDA ITEMS
Approval of Minutes of the 1 -27 -15 Meeting
Police Officer Body Cameras (Update on Status of Exploratory Committee and Department
Of Justice Grant Submission) — Commander Jason Viramontes {Strategic Plan Goal No.1,
If and 3b}
3. Fireworks (Public Education Campaign and Enforcement Plan for 2015) — Commander Ken
Gominsky {Strategic Plan Goal No. 1, 2d}
4. Crossing Guards (Review and Recommend Confirmation of the Crossing Guards Agreement) —
Deputy Chief Doug McGeachy {Strategic Plan Goal No. 1, 1e)
FJ�IIf you need special assistance to participate in this meeting, please contact Michael Ortiz, City ADA Program Coordinator, at
(714) 647 -5624. Please call prior to the meeting date, to allow the City enough time to make reasonable arrangements for
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Santa Ana City Council
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P. David Benavides,
I Roman Rayne, Sal Tinalero,
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• P.O. Box 1988
• Santa Ana, California
92702
Mayor & Council Telephone: 714- 647 -6900 • Agenda Item Inquiries: 714.647 -6520 •
Website: www.santa- ana.ora
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5. Homeless Check in Center (Update On Sites For a Homeless Check -in Center, Adjacent to the
Civic Center Area) — Interim Executive Director, Planning & Building, Vince Fregoso
{Strategic Plan Goal No. 5, 3d)
6. Proactive Rental Enforcement Program /PREP (Review 2014 PREP Inspection Program) —
Community Preservation Manager Alvaro Nunez (Strategic Plan Goal No. 5, 4e)
7. Downtown Video Project (Update on Planning, Implementation and Funding) — Commander Ken
Gominsky (Strategic Plan Goal No. 1, 1j)
8. Re -entry Program (Update on Re -entry Program of Recently Released Offenders With
Community Stakeholders) — Jail Administrator Christina Holland (Strategic Plan Goal No. 1, 6f)
COMMITTEE MEMBER COMMENTS
FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS
1. Police Recruitment
2. Garage Conversion Discussion
3. Restorative Justice
4. Transgender Community
5. Towing Contracts /RFP Process
6. Myrtle /Townsend, the area around KidWorks
ADJOURNMENT — The next Public Safety and Neighborhood Improvement meeting is scheduled
for Tuesday, May 26, 2015 at 5:30 PM at the City Hall Ross Annex, Room 1600, 20 Civic Center
Plaza, Santa Ana, CA.
The complete Strategic Plan document is available at http://www.santa-a� na.orq /strategic - planning/.
M f you need special assistance to participate in this meeting, please contact Michael Ortiz, City ADA Program Coordinator, at
(714) 647 -5624. Please call prior to the meeting date, to allow the City enough time to make reasonable arrangements for
accessibility to this meeting. [Americans with Disabilities Act, Title II, 28 CFR 35.102]
Santa Ana City
Miguel A. Pulido, Vince Sarmiento, Michele Martinez, i Angelica Amezcua, I P. David Benavoes, 1 Roman Rayne, Sal Tinajero,
Mayor Mayor Pro Tom, Ward 2 Ward 3 Ward 4 Ward 5 Ward 6
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CITY OF SANTA ANA
CITY COUNCIL COMMITTEE ON
PUBLIC SAFETY AND NEIGHBORHOOD IMPROVEMENT
MINUTES
January 27, 2015
CALL TO ORDER: Ross Annex, Room 1600
City Hall, 20 Civic Center Drive
Santa Ana, California
5:30 PM
ATTENDANCE: Council Committee members:
David Benavides
Roman Reyna
STAFF PRESENT: David Cavazos, CMO
Carlos Rojas, PD
Jim Henry, OCFA
Laura Rossini, CAO
Jason Viramontes, PD
Robert Carroll, PD
Alma Flores, CMO
Eileen F. Greene, Recording Secretary
PUBLIC SPEAKERS: Alfonso Alvarez
Connie Hamilton
Olivia Arzate
Chairman Benavides opens the meeting with item No. 1 on the Agenda.
AGENDAITEMS
1. Approval of Minutes of 12 -8 -14 Meeting
Motion: Approve the Minutes of 12 -8 -14 meeting.
MOTION: Reyna SECOND: Benavides
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VOTE: AYES: Benavides, Reyna
NOES: None (0)
ABSENT: Martinez
Motion carries.
AGENDA
2. Patrol Deployment /Geographic Policing (Discuss deployment of patrol personnel into
smaller neighborhood areas to increase accountability and effectiveness.) - Commander
Jason Viramontes (Strategic Plan Goal No. 1, If and Ij)
Commander Jason Viramontes gives a Power Point presentation regarding creating police beats
within the four large districts of the city. There will be 12 beats total, three beats in each district
that cover two square miles. At this time, there will be one officer assigned to a beat, with
roving officers assisting as needed. By creating these beats, it will equally distribute the
workload throughout the city. This will be a one year assignment so the officers can get to know
residents, community members, and business owners. The districts will continue to exist, but
each officer will have a smaller geographic area which will promote Community Oriented
Policing and allow officers to understand the problems in their area. This deployment model
should also improve response times and help officers to respond to specific problems.
Assignments will be made by the Watch Commander who will try to match each area with a
particular officer's set of skills. This program will become effective on March 8`h, 2015.
At this time, Chairman Benavides asks for those public speakers who want to comment on an
agendized item.
PUBLIC COMMENTS
Alfonso Alvarez, resident Madison Park area, says that body cameras are the best way to protect
our officers against complaints posted on social media sites whereby only snippets of an incident
are shown to the public, will also cut down on civil lawsuits.
Connie Hamilton, resident and volunteer with Connect -to- Council, says that the volunteer
program in Santa Ana is good for college kids who may move on to become police officers in the
city. This is definitely a worthwhile program.
Olivia Arzate, resident, is Spanish speaking and her comments are translated. Ms. Arzate wanted
to know what consequences public servants are given for hitting people or making false
accusations. Ms. Arzate believes the public servants are allowed to continue to perform their
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duties with no consequences. Chairman Benavides speaks to Ms. Arzate explaining that this is
the public comment portion of the meeting which allows an exchange or dialog by the public to
address issues that will be brought to Council. He explains that if the speaker would like, they
can set up a meeting with Committee members at a later date to allow for follow -up.
3. Police Officer Body Cameras (Update on Obama Administration funding for police
officer body cameras /introduce the formation of the Intra- Department Exploratory
Committee.) — Chief Rojas {Strategic Plan Goal No. 1, if and 3bl
Chief Rojas has a Power Point presentation reference police officers being equipped with body
cameras. The concerns with the use of body cameras by law enforcement are privacy issues,
victim's rights. An intra- Department exploratory working group is being established to look at
best practices, vetting technology, policies, and limitations as they pertain to the use of body
cameras. This group will consist of union representatives, patrol officers, and representatives
from the Investigations and Administration Bureaus of the Police Department. Presently, there is
no fimding for police body cameras for municipalities. The City and Police Department have
reached out to federal lobbyists for funding. The body cameras will be useful when looking at
events involving uses of force that may cause the City liability. Cost for the body cameras
should be around $1 million. The exploratory group will inform Council of all the facts, benefits
and limitations and do so in a strategic, systematic way in order to make the best decision for
Santa Ana's community.
4. Police Department Special Events Costs (Review Police Department costs related to
special events.) — Chief Rojas {Strategic Plan Goal No. 1, 3al
A handout titled, "2014 Special Event Overtime Services Provided," is distributed to Committee
members and members of the public. City Manager David Cavazos requested that this item be
put on the Agenda because it is a timely issue. Recently at a meeting the City Manager attended,
there was a discussion for more police officers, body cameras and other big ticket items. At the
end of the meeting, someone asked about waiving fees for police overtime during special events.
Individuals who go through the process apply for special events permits through Bill McGovern.
State and Council policy mandate these fee schedules, and they have been approved as part of
the budget.
5. Update on Asset Forfeiture Funds (Discuss and review of 2013 Asset Forfeiture Fund
Expenditures) — Admin. Manager Robert Carroll {Strategic Plan Goal No. 1, 3al
Police Admin. Manager Robert Carroll has a Power Point presentation giving an update on Asset
Forfeiture Funds. Part of the Strategic Plan is to promote fiscal accountability to ensure financial
responsibility at all levels of the organization. Further, to continuously evaluate and assess fiscal
aspect of service delivery to ensure that the Police Department provides programs and services
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efficiently and effectively. Manager Carroll provides tables showing a summary of expenses for
fiscal year 2013 -14, a summary of Equitable Sharing Activity for fiscal year 2013 -14, and a cash
flow analysis through fiscal year 2018 -19, and gives an explanation of the data. Chief Rojas
explains that the Federal Government has new rules regarding seizing asset forfeiture finds. The
Santa Ana Police Department's narcotic unit is part of a regional task force which includes
agents from FBI and DEA; therefore, the Police Department will not be affected by this change.
6. Santa Ana Volunteer Hourly Contributions 2014 Report (Discuss Santa Ana Police
Department's volunteer program.) — Chief Rojas {Strategic Plan Goal No. 1, If}
Chief Rojas has a handout titled "Santa Ana Police Department— 2014 Volunteer Hours." Chief
Rojas explains how important the volunteer program is to the Police Department and the City.
There are 12 chaplains of various denominations who provide spiritual support to both members
of the community and victims of crime, as well as to members of the Police Department.
Volunteers in police service (SAVE) donated over 4800 hours of time. The Santa Ana radio
team work special events, assisting with lost children and other matters. In 2014, over 7100
hours of time was donated by volunteers. Chief Rojas thanks the volunteers for their important
service to the City.
7. Homeless Check -In Center (Update on the check -in center and property storage
facilities.) — Sr. Management Asst. Alma Flores {Strategic Plan Goal No. 5, 3d}
Senior Management Assistant Alma Flores has a handout with the most current information
regarding the check -in center for the homeless. There are four options discussed: 1) OCTA
indicated that extending restroom hours at the Transit Terminal (SATT) would require an
amendment to the existing agreement that is cost prohibitive. 2) The County of Orange will not
be seeking an amendment from the Board of Supervisors to extend the public restroom hours
until the incoming Board has an opportunity to be briefed on the overall Civic Center plans. 3)
OCTA is not in favor of advancing the proposed use of the SATT facility beyond a public
restroom at this time, pending sale of the property. 4) City staff approached the owner of 520 W.
Santa Ana Blvd. as a possible check -in center. This is located between Everest College and
County of Orange offices. The City will continue to evaluate option No. 4.
COMMITTEE MEMBER COMMENTS
On Item No. 2, Geographic Policing:
Chairman Benavides commented that this deployment model can enhance Community Oriented
Policing.
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On Item No. 3, Police Officer Body Cameras:
Committee member Reyna inquired as to whether a community member should sit on the
Exploratory Working group. Chief Rojas says he would like to open the topic to community
forums.
Chairman Benavides agrees that community forums would be helpful when considering police
body cameras. This will be an ongoing agenda item, with a progress report at each Public Safety
meeting regarding a timeline and summary.
ACTION:
Next meeting get confinnation that the committee has been put together. Have preliminary
reports or tangibles on funding and best practices from surrounding agencies, including Anaheim
PD, LAPD. Also put together FAQ'S. Perhaps start with a pilot program within specific units
such as the gang unit who deal with tougher offenders.
On Item No. 4, Special Events
This item was put on the Agenda as a point of information. The fee schedule is to recover costs.
On Item No. 6, Santa Ana Volunteer Hours
ACTION:
Chairman Benavides directs Communications Manager Tanya Lyon to put something together to
thank the volunteers.
On Item No. 7, Homeless Check -In Center:
Chairman Benavides asked if there are any other possible sites besides the Santa Ana Transit
Terminal and 520 W. Santa Ana Blvd. Sr. Management Assistant Flores said there are ten
properties which the City owns jointly with the County. However, everything is on standby until
the incoming Board of Supervisors has an opportunity to be briefed on this issue.
Benavides would like to engage with the new county supervisor reference this item.
The Committee engaged in all topic areas, reinforcing and emphasizing their commitment to
community safety as a critical goal in the City's Strategic Plan.
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ACTION:
Chairman Benavides asked to see the next report on the Strategic Plan; part of the strategy is to
keep the Public Safety committee abreast as to the advances and implementation of the Plan.
FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS
➢ Police Body Cameras
➢ Police Recruitment
➢ Garage Conversion Discussion
➢ Restorative Justice
➢ Transgender Community
➢ Towing Contracts /RFP process.
➢ Myrtle /Townsend, the area around KidWorks
ADJOURNMENT — 6:45 P.M.
CARLOS ROJAS
Chief of Police
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