ANAHEIM PUBLIC FINANCING AUTHORITY
REGULAR MEETING OF APRIL 21, 2026
The Anaheim Public Financing Authority regular meeting of April 21, 2026 was called to order at 5:52 p.m. in the Council Chamber located at 200 S. Anaheim Blvd., in joint session with the Anaheim City Council. The meeting notice, agenda, and related materials were duly posted on April 16, 2026.
MEMBERS PRESENT: Chairperson Ashleigh E. Aitken and Authority Members Carlos A.
Leon, Ryan Balius, Natalie Rubalcava, Norma Campos Kurtz, Kristen M. Maahs, and Natalie Meeks
STAFF PRESENT: Interim City Manager Greg Garcia, City Attorney Robert Fabela, and Secretary Theresa Bass
ADDITIONS/DELETIONS TO THE AGENDAS:
No additions/deletions related to the Anaheim Public Financing Authority agenda.
PUBLIC COMMENTS (all agenda items):
No in-person speakers or electronically submitted public comments related to the Anaheim Public Financing Authority agenda.
COUNCIL COMMUNICATIONS:
Chairperson/Mayor Aitken congratulated the students from Acaciawood Preparatory Academy for attending the Council meeting and speaking during Public Comments. She acknowledged and appreciated the respectful participation of the students. She requested an update from City Attorney Robert Fabela regarding the release of the officer’s information in the Arzola case.
In response to Chairperson/Mayor Aitken’s request, City Attorney Robert Fabela announced that outside counsel released the name of the officer at 6:56 p.m. to the Arzola family’s attorney.
In response to Chairperson/Mayor Aitken, City Attorney Fabela stated that the City Attorney’s Office does not review the autopsy report and would follow up with the Orange County Coroner’s Office.
Authority Member/Council Member Kurtz thanked OCO and the Olive Street Elementary School community for participating in a neighborhood walk led by residents and school leaders. She thanked City staff, including Director of Public Works Rudy Emami, Public Utilities General Manager Dukku Lee, and Community Services, for attending. She shared that during the walk, many issues were identified, including broken sidewalks and parking issues, which would be evaluated. She added that as a result of the walk, the neighborhood requested support for a neighborhood clean-up which would be planned in the following months. Authority Member/Council Member Kurtz provided an update on the ATID Housing Committee and introduced the Committee members, including Chairperson Bill O’Connell, Co-Chairperson Greg Eisenman, Director of Community Services Sjany Larson-Cash, Paul Sanford, and Susan Santana. She explained that the Committee represents large, medium, small, and independent hotels overseeing the ATID Housing Trust Fund to support employees of ATID payees. She congratulated the Committee for meeting and the Housing and Community Development ITEM # 02
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Department for their assistance. Authority Member/Council Member Kurtz reported that the National Association for Industrial and Office Parks (NAIOP) challenged teams from Chapman University and UCI to envision a development on the corner of Ball Road and Anaheim Boulevard, in partnership with the City’s Economic Development Department. She shared that Chapman University won the project, but mentioned UCI’s unique development, similar to the Sphere in Las Vegas. She highlighted Chapman’s development, which included public spaces, affordable housing, and retail components. She congratulated Chapman University and thanked the Economic Development Department for working with the students. Authority Member/Council Member Kurtz shared that Betsy Ross Elementary School serves as a school that is open early and late for parents and serves as a center of the community. She reported that her office and other City departments participated in the Community Resource Fair hosted by Betsy Ross Elementary School. She shared that many parents and students learned about resources available to them and the commitment the City departments have in the neighborhoods and residents. Authority Member/Council Member Kurtz acknowledged that the Olive Street neighborhood lacks an easily accessible community center or gathering space. She shared that as a result, Olive Street Elementary School opened its campus to residents to ensure they have a place to gather. She thanked Public Utilities, Fire & Rescue, the City Clerk’s Office, Public Works, and Planning for participating.
Authority Member/Council Member Maahs reported that the Miracle League of Orange County season has begun through June 7th, every Sunday at noon at Pioneer Park located in District 5.
She shared that the league welcomes players of all abilities and each player is paired with a buddy on their assigned team. She thanked the volunteers from Mater Dei High School for their support of the athletes. Authority Member/Council Member Maahs shared that there would be a floral art installation at Juarez Park on Sunday, April 26th. She invited families and the community to enjoy the live public art. She encouraged picnics and mentioned that the first couple of hundred children would receive paletas. She shared that the event is in collaboration with Martha Rangel and Victoria’s Garden. Authority Member/Council Member Maahs requested to adjourn the meeting in memory of Rebecca Kuhl, wife of Angel’s Foundation President Dennis Kuhl, who passed away on April 7th.
Vice-Chairperson/Mayor Pro Tem Leon announced his attendance at the first Robotics Southern California State Championship. He shared that students all over Southern California learned important engineering problem-solving skills to compete and collaborate with one another. He congratulated the participants and highlighted their bright futures. Vice- Chairperson/Mayor Pro Tem Leon expressed his gratitude to the Neighborhood Services team and Interim City Manager Greg Garcia for a recent neighborhood cleanup effort in District 2. He announced that each household is entitled to three bulky item pickups for free. He advised residents to call ahead before placing items on the street. He shared that the effort is a small step to keeping neighborhoods clean and maintaining the quality of life each resident deserves.
For additional information, residents can call 714-238-2444 or visit Anaheim.net/republicservices. Vice-Chairperson/Mayor Pro Tem Leon shared that his office organized the Fourth Annual Children’s Day Fair at Barton Park. He mentioned that kids enjoyed games, arts, crafts, snow cones, popcorn, snacks, candy, and toys. He highlighted the spirit of the event and the bonds and interactions in the community. He thanked Rosary Academy volunteers for bringing activities to the event and helped with set-up and clean-up. He thanked the Barton Elementary PTA for providing snow cones and all the community partners who attended. He highlighted the Parks and Recreation team, Public Works, and all City staff who ensured the park was ready for the event. He noted the attendance of Congressman Lou Correa, Anaheim Union High School District Trustee Guerrero, and Anaheim Elementary School Anaheim Public Financing Authority Minutes of April 21, 2026
District Superintendent Chavarria. He recognized the volunteers, his staff, Angie, Kelly, Richard, and Sandra.
Authority Member/Council Member Rubalcava shared that a groundbreaking was held for a new Porsche dealership along the Interstate 5 corridor. She shared that the initiative is part of a larger revitalization in District 3. She added that the dealership would join the new Zia apartments, for-sale homes at Emerald Park, JR Wheels and Tires, and Radiant Beer Co. She noted that the dealership would enhance the neighborhood and generate tax revenue. She thanked Porsche and former City Manager Jim Vanderpool, who helped bring the dealership to the community. Authority Member/Council Member Rubalcava shared that Public Utilities held an outreach event on Mavis Street, where residents received energy efficiency resources. She noted that staff identified opportunities to improve lighting and public safety. She thanked Public Works, the Police Chief, and the Police Department for engaging in the process with the neighborhood. Authority Member/Council Member Rubalcava thanked the Community Services Department and the Anaheim Police Department for visiting neighborhoods in District 3. She shared that they visited the Balsam East community which fostered positive interactions with the community. She added that the event fostered positive interactions between the Police Department and older youth to deter gang activity. She thanked Public Utilities for providing pencil pouches to kids. Authority Member/Council Member Rubalcava recognized Earth Day participation through a community cleanup hosted by Green Bird, near Little People’s Park. She thanked the organization’s leaders, Jody and Kevin, for their ongoing volunteer efforts to keep neighborhoods clean. She encouraged residents to participate in community volunteer efforts and to contact her office for assistance in connecting with local opportunities. Authority Member/Council Member Rubalcava requested to adjourn the meeting in memory of Jad Davis, a well-regarded attorney in Orange County. She shared that he grew up in Anaheim and unexpectedly passed away on April 2nd. She sent her condolences to his family and his children.
Authority Member/Council Member Balius reported that on Saturday, April 25th, a Young Professional Summit would be held at the Tiger Woods Learning Lab from 9:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.
He shared that the event is free for any high school students to help them explore potential career paths and build real-world skills. Authority Member/Council Member Balius announced that he toured Fire Station 12 and Fire Station 4. He noted that the fire truck at Fire Station 4 would be in operation in late July or early August.
Chairperson/Mayor Aitken shared that Authority Member/Council Member Balius and Vice- Chairperson/Mayor Pro Tem Leon joined her and the Public Utilities Department at Twila Reid Elementary School to plant a tree in celebration of Earth Day. She noted that the Public Utilities Department has given away over 60,000 trees and would be restarting the program. She reported that residents can apply on the City’s website for up to six shade trees a year, with a promotion currently running to receive an additional tree. Chairperson/Mayor Aitken thanked the Hispanic Chamber of Commerce for inviting her to the Estrella Awards and congratulated the new board installed. She shared that the program highlights family-owned businesses throughout Orange County. Chairperson/Mayor Aitken announced that she would be adjourning the meeting in memory of former Anaheim Mayor John Seymour. She shared that he was Anaheim’s 39th Mayor from 1978 to 1982. She noted that he was known for bringing the Rams to Angels Stadium where they played for 14 years. She added that he served on the Planning Commission from 1970 to 1994 and was appointed by Governor Wilson as a United States Senator. She noted that he was the only United States Senator from Orange County. She shared that he advocated for the transformative power of homeownership and prided himself on working with everyone.
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CITY MANAGER’S UPDATE:
Interim City Manager Greg Garcia announced that the Cinco de Mayo event would be held on Saturday, May 2nd from 12 p.m. to 8 p.m. He shared that students from the Anaheim Elementary and Magnolia School Districts would be performing along with live bands, food trucks, children’s activities, and more. Interim City Manager Garcia reported that there would be an open house at the Anaheim Sustainability Education Center on April 25th from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. He introduced Director of Human Resources Linda Andal to provide an update on the City Manager recruitment process.
Director Andal announced that the Human Resources Department distributed the Request for Information (RFI) to ten (10) executive firms with demonstrated experience in recruiting city managers and city CEO’s. She reported that the Department received six (6) responses, two declining to participate, and two with no response. She added that the Executive team is reviewing the RFI’s, which would be presented to the City Council on May 12th or June 9th. She reported that the presentation would include a request from Council to select a firm to move forward with contract negotiations and proceed with recruitment.
At 8:15 p.m., Mayor/Chairperson Aitken recessed the Anaheim City Council to address the Anaheim Public Financing Authority agenda.
CONSENT CALENDAR: At 8:15 p.m., the Consent Calendar was considered.
MOTION: Authority Member Kurtz moved to approve the consent calendar as presented, in accordance with reports, certifications, and recommendations furnished each authority member and as listed on the consent calendar, seconded by Authority Member Meeks.
ROLL CALL VOTE: AYES – 7 (Chairperson Aitken and Authority Members Leon, Balius, Rubalcava, Kurtz, Maahs, and Meeks); NOES – 0. Motion carried.
1. Approve Amendment No. 2 to Bond Purchase Agreement between the City of Anaheim, the Public Financing Authority, and JP Morgan amending the scheduled completion date to no later than June 25, 2027 for the parking decks associated with the OCVIBE Project; and authorize the City Treasurer to execute the amendment [related to Council Agenda Item No. 20].
2. Approve minutes of the Anaheim Public Financing Authority meeting of March 24, 2026.
ADJOURNMENT:
With no further business to conduct, without objection, Chairperson Aitken adjourned the meeting of the Anaheim Public Financing Authority at 8:16 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Theresa Bass, CMC
Secretary, Anaheim Public Financing Authority