City staff provided a comprehensive presentation of emergency actions related to Tropical Storm Hilary. The following points were presented:
The Situation- Tropical Storm Hilary
Emergency Management Cycle
Department Preparedness
Communications and Media Coverage
Timeline of Events and Response- Aug. 17, 2023 through Sep. 8, 2023 Recognition of Individuals and City Staff
Community Resources
Rick Saldivar thanked individuals, organizations and businesses that came together to help the Horizon neighborhood, which was most affected by Tropical Storm Hilary.
Chip Yarborough, Panorama resident, expressed his concern with the lack of hero pay for firefighters, the lack of communication to the residents in preparation for the storm and the municipal code related to disaster protocol.
Jerry Meza, Horizon Road resident, described his experience during and after Tropical Storm Hilary and expressed his concern with the services and responses provided by the City.
John Hawkins, Horizon Road resident, expressed his concern with the services and responses provided by the City during and after Tropical Storm Hilary.
Karina Perez, Horizon Road resident, described her experience during and after Tropical Storm Hilary and expressed her concern with the services and responses provided by the City.
Richard Ravanello, Horizon Road resident, described his experience during and after Tropical Storm Hilary. He discussed the community volunteers that have provided assistance to the residents. He feels there can be a better structure in place and questioned who is going to stand up and help the community.
Arcelia Mendiola, Horizon Road resident, described her experience during and after Tropical Storm Hilary and expressed her concern with the services and responses provided by the City.
Elianna Mendiola, Horizon Road resident, describe her experience during and after Tropical Storm Hilary and expressed her concern with the services and responses provided by the City.
Ronnie Mendiola, Horizon Road resident, described his experience during and after Tropical Storm Hilary and expressed his concern with the services and responses provided by the City.
Beatriz Toledo, Horizon Road resident, described her experience during and after Tropical Storm Hilary and expressed her concern with the services and responses provided by the City.
Andrew Velasquez, Horizon Road resident, described his experience during and after Tropical Storm Hilary and expressed his concern with the services and responses provided by the City.
The City Council recessed at 7:44 p.m.
The City Council reconvene 7:51 p.m.
Somu Desai, Owner Desert Promotions, indicated that his business was heavily impacted by Tropical Storm Hilary. He inquired what the City plans to do to prevent future flooding and the removal of the dirt from the area. He inquired if the City will offer any resources for small businesses that were impacted by the storm.
Margaret Gutierrez, Thousand Palms resident, provided her background and experience. She expressed her concern with the services and responses provided by the City in relation to Tropical Storm Hilary.
Silvia Hernandez, Horizon Road resident, described her experience during and after Tropical Storm Hilary and expressed her concern with the services and responses provided by the City.
Ramiyah Toledo, Horizon Road resident, described her experience during and after Tropical Storm Hilary and expressed her concern with the services and responses provided by the City.
Curtis Toledo, Horizon Road resident, described his experience during and after Tropical Storm Hilary. He wants to know where the resources are for him and his family because they deserve to be in a home like everyone else.
Analisa Cayabyab, Horizon Road resident, described her experience during and after Tropical Storm Hilary and expressed her concern with the services and responses provided by the City.
Julie Burgess, Horizon Road resident, described her experience during and after Tropical Storm Hilary and expressed her concern with the services and responses provided by the City.
Chunmez Xu, Horizon Road resident, described her experience during and after Tropical Storm Hilary. She inquired about what is the City's responsibility and if there are plans for flood control in the future.
Michael Sereno, Horizon Road resident, described his experience during and after Tropical Storm Hilary and expressed his concern with the services and responses provided by the City.
Dawn Figueroa, Horizon Road resident, described her experience during and after Tropical Storm Hilary and expressed her concern with the services and responses provided by the City.
Brian Jay Jacobson, Horizon Road resident, expressed his concern with the services and responses provided by the City related to Tropical Storm Hilary. He urged the City to help.
Marlyn Reddy, Horizon Road resident, described her experience after Tropical Storm Hilary and expressed her concern with the services and responses provided by the City.
Terry Applegate, urged the City to work on a better process and structure related to disaster situations and response.