MINUTES OF CITY COUNCIL MEETING
OF THE CITY OF BUENA PARK
HELD APRIL 23, 2024
Vol. 54 Pg. 80
GENERAL
The City Council met in a regular session on Tuesday, April 23, 2024, at 5:00 p.m. in the City Council Chamber of the Civic Center, 6650 Beach Boulevard, Buena Park, California, Mayor Sonne presiding.
1A. CALL TO ORDER
Mayor Sonne announced that the City Council received a request from Council Members Castañeda and Traut to attend and participate in the Regular City Council meeting remotely.
Mayor Sonne indicated that AB 2449 allows a Council Member to attend and participate remotely for emergency circumstances or just case reasons. The Council Member must provide a brief general description of the circumstances relating to their need to appear remotely.
Immediately following, present members must vote to allow the Council Members to actively participate in the meeting.
Council Member Castañeda stated that he is participating remotely due to being in Arizona for the National Association of Latino Elected Officials (NALEO) Policy Institute: Tackling the Housing Crisis.
Council Member Traut stated that he is participating remotely due to the birth of his son Calum Vaughn Traut.
MOTION: Ahn
SECOND: Brown
AYES: Ahn, Brown, Sonne
NOES: None
MOTION CARRIED to allow Council Members Castañeda and Traut to remotely participate in the meeting.
1B. ROLL CALL
PRESENT: Brown, Castañeda (via Zoom), Traut (via Zoom), Ahn, Sonne ABSENT: None
Also present were: Aaron France, City Manager; Chris Cardinale, City Attorney; and, Adria M. Jimenez, MMC, Director of Government and Community Relations/City Clerk. 1C. INVOCATION
The Invocation was led by Reverend Dr. Joel Van Soelen, Anaheim Christian Reformed Church. 1D. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Connie Hurtado, Community Services Supervisor. 1E. CITY MANAGER REPORT
City Manager France reported the following:
• Love Buena Park, Saturday, April 27, 2024. Check in will be at 7:30 a.m. event starts at 8:00 a.m. There are 13 projects lined up for this year's Love Buena Park. • The Low-Income Household Water Assistance Program is a federally-funded program that offers assistance to low-income households to pay for residential water and sewer bills. City Manager France thanked the Director of Finance Hyun and the Finance Department for their efforts on this program.
• City of Buena Park received the Tree City USA designation for the sixth time Minutes April 23, 2024 Vol. 54 Pg. 81
• Notified the residents regarding reports of individuals knocking on residents' doors, identifying themselves as City officials, spreading misinformation, and collecting petition signatures. City Manager France encouraged residents to visit the City's website for all factual information regarding the filed initiative and referendum. Moreover, City Manager France advised that any voter may withdraw his or her signature from a petition upon filing a written request and such information is available on the City's website.
2. PRESENTATIONS
2A. EMPLOYEE SERVICE AWARDS - 10 YEARS OF SERVICES
• Laura Boudreau, Forensic Specialist, Police Department • Daniel Solis, Police Corporal, Police Department
Mayor Sonne presented a certificate to Laura Boudreau, Police Department Forensic Specialist, for her 10 years of service with the City of Buena Park.
Council Member Brown presented a certificate to Daniel Solis, Police Department Police Corporal, for his 10 years of service with the City of Buena Park. 2B. SISTER CITY TRIP PRESENTATION
Presented by Mayor Sonne, Vice Mayor Ahn, and members from the Buena Park High School Delegation
Assistant City Manager/Director of Human Resources Fenton provided a presentation regarding the Sister City delegation's trip to South Korea. Some of the activities include a ceremony for the establishment of Friendship cities between Buena Park and Ansan; attended the Seongbuk- gu Council meeting; traditional tea ceremony; and, visit to Gyeseong High School, Korea Furniture Museum, and Korea War Memorial. Buena Park High School Principal Dr. Berg also discussed highlights of the South Korea trip with the delegation. Members from the Buena Park High School delegation spoke about their personal experiences and expressed their gratitude for the amazing opportunity given to them. Lastly, Assistant City Manager Fenton reported to the City Council about Seongbuk-gu's intent to visit Buena Park in September.
Mayor Sonne and Vice Mayor Ahn thanked the Sister City Committee, Principal Dr. Berg, Assistant Principal Ms. Jenkins, Korean Chamber of Commerce, Sister City Foundation Chairman John Cho, Members Carlos Franco, and Jon Kim, for organizing and providing assistance during the trip.
Vice Mayor Ahn stated that there were discussions regarding bringing cultural symbols from Seoungbuk-gu and Ansan that will be displayed at the Friendship Park. Both cities also agreed to contribute to the building and remodeling of the said park.
Mayor Sonne spoke about visiting a hydrogen production facility in Ansan, and highlighted the various sights and experiences her and the delegation have encountered during their visit. 3A. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS
Mayor Sonne announced the public may at this time address the members of the City Council on any matters within the jurisdiction of the City Council.
Eric Christen spoke via Zoom regarding his concerns on the bidding process for the Smith Murphy Park and Carl Brenner Park Accessibility Improvement Project and the City's use of a Community Workforce Agreement.
Dave Everett spoke via Zoom regarding his concerns on the Community Workforce Agreement approved by the City.
There being no further requests to speak, Mayor Sonne closed oral communications.
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4. CONSENT CALENDAR (4A - 4I)
Mayor Sonne announced that Consent Calendar Item Nos. 4A - 4l would be acted upon by one pulled from the agenda. There being no requests for separate consideration, the following action was taken on Item Nos. 4A - 4F and 4H - 4l:
MOTION: Ahn
SECOND: Brown
AYES: Ahn, Brown, Castañeda, Traut, Sonne
NOES: None
MOTION CARRIED that all actions recommended on Consent Calendar Item Nos. 4A - 4F and 4H - 4l be approved. Item 4G was pulled from the agenda.
Minutes
4A. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Recommended Action: Approve the Minutes of the Special and Regular City Council Meetings of April 9, 2024.
APPROVED the recommended action.
Finance 75
RESOLUTIONS APPROVING CLAIMS AND DEMANDS
Recommended Action: Adopt Resolutions approving Claims and Demands.
ADOPTED the following titled resolutions:
RESOLUTION NO. 14828
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BUENA PARK, CALIFORNIA, ALLOWING CERTAIN CLAIMS AND DEMANDS IN THE SUM OF $1,662,064.12 DEMAND NOS., 424195 THROUGH 424457
RESOLUTION NO. 14829
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BUENA PARK, CALIFORNIA, ALLOWING CERTAIN CLAIMS AND DEMANDS IN THE SUM OF $23,735.10 COVERING RETIREE PAYROLL ENDING MARCH 31, 2024
RESOLUTION NO. 14830
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BUENA PARK, CALIFORNIA, ALLOWING CERTAIN CLAIMS AND DEMANDS IN THE SUM OF $952.021.97 COVERING REGULAR PAYROLL ENDING MARCH 29, 2024
Reports & Studies 129
4C. TREASURER'S REPORT FOR THE MONTH OF MARCH 2024
Recommended Action: Receive and file the reports.
APPROVED the recommended action.
Proclamations 119
4D. PROCLAMATION RECOGNIZING APRIL 2024 AS SEXUAL ASSAULT AWARENESS MONTH AND "DENIM DAY"
Recommended Action: Approve Proclamation.
APPROVED the recommended action.
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Public Works Proj. 125
4E. REJECT ALL BIDS AND RE-ADVERTISE FOR THE SMITH MURPHY PARK (NOW
FRIENDSHIP PARK) AND CARL BRENNER PARK ACCESSIBILITY IMPROVEMENT
PROJECT
Recommended Action: 1) Reject all bids; and, 2) Authorize the City Clerk to re-advertise the project for bids.
APPROVED the recommended action.
Contracts 70 C-3539 Public Works Proj. 125 PW-956 Budgets 47 Historical Landmarks BUDGET AMENDMENT TO APPROPRIATE $160,000 FROM THE UNDESIGNATED
GENERAL FUND BALANCE FOR THE WHITAKER-JAYNES ESTATE AND BACON
HOUSE SECURITY UPGRADES PROJECT
Recommended Action: 1) Approve a budget amendment to appropriate $160,000 from the undesignated General Fund balance for the Whitaker-Jaynes Estate & Bacon House Security Upgrades Project; and, 2) Authorize a Purchase Order (PO) in the amount of $10,000 with JMG Security Systems, Inc. for this purpose.
APPROVED the recommended action.
APPROVAL OF $3,000 FROM THE INTERIOR DEVELOPMENT FUND FOR
PURCHASE OF CANOPIES
Recommended Action: 1) Authorize the Community Services Department to purchase ten (10) EZ-Up Canopies for the department from the Interior Development Fund (IDF) in the amount of $3,000.
Boards & Commissions 42
RESOLUTION APPROVING THE APPOINTMENT OF BARRY ROSS TO THE
NAVIGATION CENTER OVERSIGHT COMMISSION
Recommended Action: 1) Confirm the appointment of Barry Ross to the Navigation Center Oversight Commission as a representative for Providence St. Jude Medical Center for a term that will expire December 8, 2026.
APPROVED the recommended action and ADOPTED the following titled resolution:
RESOLUTION NO. 14831
À RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BUENA PARK, CALIFORNIA,
APPROVING THE APPOINTMENT OF BARRY ROSS TO THE NAVIGATION CENTER
OVERSIGHT COMMISSION
Master Plan/General Plan 14.2
41. ANNUAL PROGRESS REPORT (APR) FOR STATUS OF HOUSING ELEMENT PROGRAMS IN 2023
Recommended Action: 1) Receive and file the 2023 Housing Element Annual Progress Report (APR); 2) Authorize the Community and Economic Development Department to transmit the APR to the California Department of Housing and Community Development (HCD); and, 3) Allow the Director of Community and Economic Development to make minor modifications, if requested by HCD.
APPROVED the recommended action.
END OF CONSENT CALENDAR
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5. NEW BUSINESS (5A - 5B)
Contracts 70 C-3536 Public Works Proj. 125 PW-956
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE USE OF INFORMAL BIDDING PROCEDURES
AND APPROVAL OF A CONTRACT WITH BRAVO SIGN AND DESIGN FOR THE
INSTALLATION OF PARK MONUMENT SIGNS AT FOUR CITY PARKS
Recommended Action: 1) Adopt a resolution authorizing the use of informal bidding procedures and award a contract to Bravo Sign and Design in the amount of $114,000; 2) Authorize contingency funds in the amount of $12,000 in the same purchase order; 3) Authorize the City Manager and City Attorney to make any necessary, non-monetary changes to the contract; 4) Authorize the City Manager and City Clerk to execute the contract; and, 5) Authorize a budget transfer in the amount of $130,000 from the undesignated General Fund balance for this purpose.
Associate Engineer Miller provided a report regarding the use of informal bidding procedures and approval of a contract with Bravo Sign and Design for the installation of park monument signs at four City parks. The proposed project will include a demolition and hauling of the old signs, footings, and stone veneers; installation of footings for the new signs; installation of the new precast concrete signs along with the City logo; fabrication and installation of the Corten steel graphics; and installation of the new stone veneers, and all other items necessary to complete the work in place. Staff solicited informal bids from area contractors and determined that the proposal from Bravo Sign and Design was best suited for the project. Therefore, staff recommended that the City Council adopt the proposed resolution; award a contract to Bravo Sign and Design in the amount of $114,000 along with authorizing 10% contingency funds for the contract. The project was not included in the Capital Improvements Program (CIP) budget.
Therefore, a $130,000 budget transfer to the project account from the undesignated General Fund balance for this purpose was also requested. Finally, Associated Engineer Miller noted that the project budget falls below $250,000, and this project does not qualify for the Community Workforce Agreement. Construction work will commence following contract execution.
Vice Mayor Ahn asked about the standard park sign design for all City parks, and suggested for the City Council review the design of the park signs especially for the new-themed parks.
City Manager France explained that there is an existing park sign design being utilized that was approved by a previous City Council.
Mayor Sonne asked about having a standard park sign design throughout the City and incorporating elements to illustrate the theme of each park.
Council Member Castañeda and Council Member Traut spoke in support of approving the item as presented. Council Member Traut suggested customizing a portion of the park sign for the newly renamed, themed parks.
MOTION: Castañeda
SECOND: Ahn
AYES: Castañeda, Ahn, Brown, Traut, Sonne
NOES: None
MOTION CARRIED to approve the recommended action and ADOPTED the titled resolution:
RESOLUTION NO. 14832
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BUENA PARK, CALIFORNIA,
WAIVING THE FORMAL BIDDING AND APPROVING THE SELECTION OF A CONTRACTOR
BY ALTERNATIVE BIDDING PROCEDURES FOR THE DESIGN, INSTALLATION, AND
REPAIR OF CERTAIN MONUMENT SIGNS
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Item Added
Admin. Svcs. 112
5B. CONSIDER A REQUEST FOR A MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING BETWEEN
BUSAN INFRASTRUCTURE CORPORATION AND BUENA PARK
Recommended Action: 1) Consider a request for a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between Busan Infrastructure Corporation (BISCO) and Buena Park; and, 2) Authorize the Mayor to sign the MOU.
Assistant City Manager/Director of Human Resources Fenton provided a report regarding Mayor Sonne's request for the consideration of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between the City of Buena Park and Busan Infrastructure Corporation (BISCO) to promote cooperative relations in multiple areas. BISCO is an infrastructure development company that builds bridges and industrial complexes such as sports facilities.
Mayor Sonne indicated that BISCO expressed interest in establishing an MOU with the City of Buena Park for cooperative relations purposes and presented the matter to the City Council for discussion.
Vice Mayor Ahn spoke in support of the approval of the MOU between BISCO and Buena Park.
Council Member Brown and Council Member Castañeda spoke in opposition to the approval of the MOU between BISCO and Buena Park.
Council Member Traut asked about the City's objectives in the proposed three-year partnership with BISCO
Mayor Sonne explained that BISCO is an infrastructure development company that builds parks.
One of the goals of the South Korea trip delegation was to obtain Korean cultural artifacts or replica ideas and display them at the Friendship Park. Therefore, it was found to be fitting with the ongoing discussion.
MOTION: Castañeda
MOTION FAILED to receive and file due to lack of a second.
Council Member Traut spoke in support of the value the partnership between BISCO and Buena Park will bring to the community, and suggested that the City Council consider approving the MOU for a one-year period.
SUBSTITUTE MOTION
MOTION: Traut
SECOND: Ahn
SUBSTITUTE MOTION to 1) approve the Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between Busan Infrastructure Corporation (BISCO) and Buena Park for a one-year period; and, 2) Authorize the Mayor to sign the MOU.
MOTION: Traut
SECOND: Ahn
YES Traut, Ahn, Sonne
VOES Brown, Castañeda
SUBSTITUTE MOTION CARRIED to 1) approve the Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between Busan Infrastructure Corporation (BISCO) and Buena Park for a one-year period; and, 2) Authorize the Mayor to sign the MOU.
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6. PUBLIC HEARING
Block Grants 1913
ADOPT A RESOLUTION APPROVING THE FISCAL YEAR (FY) 2024-2025
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT (CDBG) ANNUAL ACTION PLAN Recommended Action: 1) Hold a public hearing to review and receive public comments for the FY 2024-2025 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Annual Action Plan; 2) Adopt a resolution to approve the FY 2024-2025 CDBG Annual Action Plan; and, 3) Authorize the City Manager to approve any necessary changes and submit the FY 2024-2025 CDBG Annual Action Plan and all certifications and assurances contained therein to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD).
Mayor Sonne stated that this was the time and place for a public hearing to consider a resolution approving the FY 2024-2025 CDBG Annual Action Plan, and authorize the City Manager to approve any necessary changes to and submit the FY 2024-2025 CDBG Annual Action Plan and all certifications and assurances contained therein to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD).
Housing & CDBG Analyst Suarez provided a report regarding the Fiscal Year (FY) 2024-2025 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Action Plan. On January 16, 2024, HUD issued a notice providing guidance on preparing and submitting the Action Plan, and advised grantees to submit their plan after they receive their CDBG allocation. If CDBG allocation is not received by the May 15 deadline, grantees may submit a waiver. At this time, the City has not received its CDBG allocation from HUD, and will make adjustments on the funding amounts to match the CDBG allocation once it has been received. In accordance with federal regulations and the City's Citizen Participation Plan, public meetings were held on January 11, 2024, and February 1, 2024, to evaluate proposed activities and recommend a tentative budget to the City Council.
On March 12, 2024, the City Council held a public hearing to review and discuss the CDBG Committee's proposed CDBG activities and budget recommendation for FY 2024-2025. The City Council approved the Committee's recommendation, which included the estimated CDBG allocation of $749,820 and $183,335 from prior years' unprogrammed funds with a total program income amount of $933, 155. Moreover, the approved CDBG budget for FY 2024-2025 was incorporated into the Action Plan. A 30-day comment period was provided for the public to review and comment on the Action Plan, which commenced on March 22, 2024 and ended on April 23, 2024. Staff noted that no comments have been received. Therefore, it was recommended that the City Council adopt the resolution as proposed and authorize the City Manager to approve any necessary changes and submit the FY 2024-2025 CDBG Annual Action Plan and all certifications and assurances contained therein to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD).
Mayor Sonne opened the public hearing and inquired if anyone present desired to speak. There being no requests to speak, Mayor Sonne closed the public hearing.
MOTION: Castañeda
SECOND: Brown
AYES: Castañeda, Brown, Ahn, Traut, Sonne
NOES: None
MOTION CARRIED to approve the recommended action and ADOPTED the following titled resolution:
RESOLUTION NO. 14833
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BUENA PARK, CALIFORNIA.
APPROVING THE FISCAL YEAR (FY) 2024-2025 COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK
GRANT (CDBG) ANNUAL ACTION PLAN AND AUTHORIZING SUBMISSION OF THE FY 2024-2025 CDBG ANNUAL ACTION PLAN TO THE U.S. DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND
URBAN DEVELOPMENT (HUD)
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7. MAYOR/CITY COUNCIL REPORTS AND CALENDAR
7A. REPORT
Council Member Castañeda reported the following:
• April 10 2024 Federal Grants Seminar
• April 12 CSUF 2024 Student-led Town Hall Meeting
• April 12 Knott's Hotel Showcase
• April 13 Buena Park Earth Day - Mulch, Shredding, and E-Waste Recycling Event • April 17 Volunteer Recognition: Viva Las Volunteers
• April 18 Buena Park Rotary Award Luncheon
• April 21-23 NALEO Policy Institute: Tackling the Housing Crisis Council Member Traut reported the following:
• April 10 OCFA CIP Committee Meeting
• April 13 Calum Vaughn Traut's Birth
Council Member Brown reported the following:
• April 12 Knott's Hotel Showcase
Angeles-Long Beach
• April 17 Volunteer Recognition: Viva Las Volunteers
• April 18 Buena Park Rotary Award Luncheon
• April 20 Annual JFK Scholarship Dinner
• April 23 Gwanak Delegation Visit
Vice Mayor Ahn reported the following:
• April 11 Zoom Meeting Regarding Foreign Relations
Maritime Infrastructure
• April 15 OC Sanitation District Operations Board Meeting • April 17 Volunteer Recognition: Viva Las Volunteers
• April 18 OC Mosquito and Vector Control District Board Meeting • April 18 Rotary Club of Buena Park Teachers of the Year and Classified Employees of the Year Awards Luncheon
• April 19 Buena Park Arbor Day Event
• April 20 Community Rummage Sale and Acacia Quilt Auction • April 20 Attended Two Nonprofit Community Events
• April 23 Gwanak Delegation Visit
Vice Mayor Ahn commended the Community Services staff for the success of the April 17, 2024, Viva Las Volunteers event recognizing Buena Park volunteers. Additionally, Vice Mayor Ahn calendared a change to the park monument design.
Mayor Sonne reported the following:
• April 11 Buena Park Middle School Green House Ribbon Cutting Ceremony • April 19 Buena Park Arbor Day Event
• April 23 Gwanak Delegation Visit
8. RECESS/RECONVENE
Mayor Sonne recessed the meeting at 6:45 p.m. and announced the meeting would be reconvened in the City Council Chamber. The meeting was reconvened at 6:55 p.m.
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9. STUDY SESSION (9A - 9B)
9A. DISCUSS AND PROVIDE DIRECTION REGARDING CITY SELECTION COMMITTEE VOTING
Senior Management Analyst Fewer provided a report regarding the appointments being considered and voted on for the District 4 City Select Committee and announced that the next City Selection Committee Meeting will be held on Thursday, May 9, 2024. Staff requested that the City Council determine a voting delegate and alternate delegate to vote at the City Selection Committee meeting. Traditionally, the Mayor is automatically appointed as the voting member.
Therefore, staff sought City Council confirmation of Mayor Sonne as the voting delegate and Vice Mayor Ahn as the alternate delegate, should Mayor Sonne be unable to attend. The deadline for candidate submissions ends on Thursday, April 25, which falls after the City Council meeting and the City Selection Committee meeting occurs before the next City Council meeting on May 14. Staff sought City Council direction to either 1) Allow Mayor Sonne (and Vice Mayor Ahn in her absence) to choose candidates at her discretion; or 2) Schedule a Special City Council meeting the week of April 29 or May 6 to discuss the candidates and provide voting direction to the Mayor.
Council Member Brown announced that he is running for the Orange County Older Adults Advisory Commission position.
Council Member Castañeda suggested that the City Council consider holding off on providing direction regarding City Selection Committee voting until after the deadline to submit applications and spoke in support of voting for Council Member Brown's appointment to the Orange County Older Adults Advisory Commission.
Mayor Sonne indicated that she is unable to attend the City Selection Committee meeting due to a doctor's appointment, and recommended to appoint Vice Mayor Ahn to serve as the City's voting delegate and to choose candidates at her discretion.
The City Council (Castañeda dissented) appointed Vice Mayor Ahn to serve as the City's voting delegate and to choose candidates at her discretion for the District 4 City Selection Committee Meeting that will be held on Thursday, May 9, 2024.
9B. DISCUSS AND PROVIDE DIRECTION ON JUNETEENTH CELEBRATION OF
FREEDOM - NEW CITYWIDE SPECIAL EVENT
Item taken out of order.
Community Services Supervisor Sauceda provided a report regarding the planning of the Juneteenth Celebration of Freedom event. The Planning Committee is comprised of Community Services Commission Chair Nadine Staine, Cultural Engagement Commission Chair Hyewon Yun, Cultural Engagement Commission Vice Chair Min Ryu, Buena Park School District Board Member Rhodia Shead, Buena Park School District Chief Academic Officer Dr. Yvette Cantu, Sonrise Christian Community Church Reverend Dion Thomas, Orange County Heritage Council President Dwayne Shipp, Community Member Wanda Reynolds, and Community Member John Siebert. Community Services Supervisor Sauceda also discussed the event timeline and indicated all performances that will take place. Staff and the Juneteenth Celebration of Freedom Planning Committee sought the City Council's concurrence and/or direction on the details of the event and the event timeline.
The City Council expressed excitement about the Juneteenth Celebration of Freedom event.
Council Member Castañeda and Mayor Sonne commended the Community Services Department and the Juneteenth Celebration Planning Ad Hoc Committee for planning and organizing the event.
Following the discussion, the City Council directed staff and the Juneteenth Celebration of Freedom Planning Committee to proceed with the details and timeline of the event as presented.
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10. CITY MANAGER REPORT
City Manager France reported the following:
• Older Americans Month Breakfast, Thursday, May 2, 2024, 8:00 a.m., at Heritage Hall • National Denim Day, Wednesday, April 24, 2024, all City staff are encouraged to wear denim in support of Sexual Assault Awareness Day
City Manager France indicated attending the Congresswoman Steel's City Manager and Mayor Roundtable on Thursday, April 4, 2024 with Vice Mayor Ahn. Some of the topics discussed were issues faced by and earmark requests from cities within the Congresswoman's District. City Manager France stated that staff will be working with Townsend Public Affairs (TPA) ir submitting earmark requests for the City of Buena Park.
11. COMMISSION & COMMITTEE UPDATES
Director of Government and Community Relations/City Clerk had nothing to report.
12. ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business, Mayor Sonne adjourned the meeting at 7:09 p.m.
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