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MINUTES
GARDEN GROVE CITY COUNCIL
Regular Meeting
Tuesday, June 14, 2022
Community Meeting Center
11300 Stanford Avenue, Garden Grove, CA 92840
CONVENE CLOSED SESSION
AT 6:15 p.m., Mayor Jones convened closed session.
ROLL CALL PRESENT: (6) Council Members Brietigam, O’Neill, Klopfenstein, K. Nguyen, D. Nguyen, Mayor
Jones
ABSENT: (1) Bui
ORAL COMMUNICATIONS FOR CLOSED SESSION
Speakers: None.
Conference with Labor Negotiators pursuant to Government Code Section 54957.6 City Designated Representatives: Scott C. Stiles, City Manager; Jany Lee, Human Resources Manager and Chief Negotiator
Employee Organizations: Orange County Employees Association and OCEA League.
Conference with Legal Counsel - Anticipated Litigation
Initiation of litigation pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(4): One potential case.
Conference with Real Property Negotiators
Pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.8 for property located at 7900 Garden Grove Boulevard, Garden Grove
City Negotiators: Scott C. Stiles, City Manager; Lisa Kim, Assistant City Manager/Economic and Community Development Director
Negotiating Parties: LVT, Inc.; Johnson Ting
Under Negotiation: To obtain direction regarding the price and terms of payment for the acquisition/lease of the property.
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RECESS CLOSED SESSION
At 6:30 p.m., Mayor Jones recessed closed session.
CONVENE REGULAR MEETING
At 6:34 p.m., Mayor Jones convened the meeting in the Council Chamber with Council Members Brietigam, O’Neill, Klopfenstein, K. Nguyen, and D. Nguyen present.
INVOCATION
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE FLAG OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
PRESENTATION - COMMUNITY SPOTLIGHT RECOGNIZING THE DISTRICT WINNERS
AND RUNNERS-UP OF THE CITY'S NEW, VIRTUAL HOME BEAUTIFICATION PROGRAM, CALLED GARDEN GROVE GEMS (F: 45.7A)
PRESENTATION - PUBLIC SAFETY UPDATE FOR THE UPCOMING JULY 4TH HOLIDAY
AS PRESENTED BY THE POLICE DEPARTMENT AND ORANGE COUNTY FIRE
AUTHORITY
ORAL COMMUNICATIONS
Speakers: Ana Parker, Tom Raber, Bill Church
RECESS
At 7:11 p.m. Mayor Jones recessed the meeting.
RECONVENE
At 7:14 p.m., Mayor Jones reconvened the meeting in the Council Chamber with Council Members Brietigam, O’Neill, Klopfenstein, K. Nguyen, and D. Nguyen present.
ADOPTION OF A PROCLAMATION PROCLAIMING JUNE 19TH AS JUNETEENTH IN GARDEN GROVE (F: 83.1)
It was moved by Mayor Pro Tem D. Nguyen, seconded by Council Member O’Neill that:
A Proclamation be adopted in acknowledgement and recognition of the past struggles to end slavery in the United States to proclaim June 19th as Juneteenth in Garden Grove.
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The motion carried by a 6-0-1 vote as follows:
Ayes: (6) Brietigam, O’Neill, Klopfenstein, K. Nguyen, D.
Nguyen, Jones
Noes: (0) None
Absent: (1) Bui
ADOPTION OF A PROCLAMATION DECLARING JUNE 20TH AS WORLD REFUGEE DAY IN GARDEN GROVE (F: 83.1)
It was moved by Mayor Pro Tem D. Nguyen, seconded by Council Member O’Neill that:
A Proclamation be adopted that June 20th be officially recognized as World Refugee Day in Garden Grove.
The motion carried by a 6-0-1 vote as follows:
Ayes: (6) Brietigam, O’Neill, Klopfenstein, K. Nguyen, D.
Nguyen, Jones
Noes: (0) None
Absent: (1) Bui
ADOPTION OF RESOLUTIONS FOR THE NOVEMBER 8, 2022, GENERAL MUNICIPAL ELECTION (F: 58.2.2022)
It was moved by Mayor Pro Tem D. Nguyen, seconded by Council Member O’Neill that:
Resolution No. 9738-22 entitled: A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Garden Grove, California, calling for the holding of a General Municipal Election to be held on Tuesday, November 8, 2022, for the election of certain officers as required by the provisions of the laws of the State of California relating to General Law Cities, be adopted;
Resolution No. 9739-22 entitled: A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Garden Grove, California, requesting the Board of Supervisors of the County of Orange to consolidate a General Municipal Election to be held on Tuesday, November 8, 2022, with the Statewide General Election to be held on the same date pursuant to Section 10402 of the Elections Code, be adopted;
Resolution No. 9740-22 entitled: A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Garden Grove, California, adopting regulations for candidates for elective office pertaining to candidates statements submitted to the voters at an election to be held on Tuesday, November 8, 2022, be adopted; and
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That hours for nomination filings through the nomination period between 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m., with weekend closures, to coincide with the Orange County Registrar's Office, be approved.
The motion carried by a 6-0-1 vote as follows:
Ayes: (6) Brietigam, O’Neill, Klopfenstein, K. Nguyen, D.
Nguyen, Jones
Noes: (0) None
Absent: (1) Bui
ADOPTION OF A RESOLUTION DECLARING A STAGE 2 MANDATORY CONSERVATION- WATER ALERT UNDER THE CITY’S WATER CONSERVATION PROGRAM (F: 112.7)
It was moved by Mayor Pro Tem D. Nguyen, seconded by Council Member O’Neill that:
Resolution No. 9741-22 entitled: A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Garden Grove approving the declaration of a Stage 2 Water Alert imposing certain mandatory water conservation measures pursuant to section 14.40.041 of the Garden Grove Municipal Code, be adopted.
The motion carried by a 6-0-1 vote as follows:
Ayes: (6) Brietigam, O’Neill, Klopfenstein, K. Nguyen, D.
Nguyen, Jones
Noes: (0) None
Absent: (1) Bui
ADOPTION OF A RESOLUTION APPROVING THE GARDEN GROVE TOURISM IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT ADVISORY BOARD'S 2022-23 ANNUAL REPORT, DECLARATION OF INTENTION TO LEVY ASSESSMENTS FOR FISCAL YEAR 2022-23,
AND SETTING THE TIME AND DATE TO CONDUCT A PUBLIC HEARING ON THE PROPOSED ASSESSMENT (F: 32.1)
It was moved by Mayor Pro Tem D. Nguyen, seconded by Council Member O’Neill that:
Resolution No. 9737-22 entitled: A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Garden Grove approving the Annual Report of the Garden Grove Tourism Improvement District Advisory Board, declaring its intention to levy assessments for Fiscal Year 2022-23 for the Garden Grove Tourism Improvement District, fixing the time and place of public hearing thereon and giving notice thereof, be adopted.
The motion carried by a 6-0-1 vote as follows:
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Ayes: (6) Brietigam, O’Neill, Klopfenstein, K. Nguyen, D.
Nguyen, Jones
Noes: (0) None
Absent: (1) Bui
ADOPTION OF A RESOLUTION APPROVING THE MEMORANDUM OF
UNDERSTANDING WITH THE GARDEN GROVE POLICE MANAGEMENT ASSOCIATION (F: 78.8A)
It was moved by Mayor Pro Tem D. Nguyen, seconded by Council Member O’Neill that:
Resolution No. 9742- 22 entitled: A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Garden Grove approving the memorandum of understanding on salaries, wages, and fringe benefits for the term 2022-2025 by and between the Garden Grove Police Management Association and the City of Garden Grove, be adopted.
The motion carried by a 6-0-1 vote as follows:
Ayes: (6) Brietigam, O’Neill, Klopfenstein, K. Nguyen, D.
Nguyen, Jones
Noes: (0) None
Absent: (1) Bui
ACCEPTANCE OF THE NOTICE OF COMPLETION FOR THE MEDAL OF HONOR BIKE AND PEDESTRIAN TRAIL – TREE INFORMATION SIGNS PROJECT URBAN FOREST MANAGEMENT PLAN PROJECT NO. 01-2022 (F: 20.GPA-003-2018) (F: 24.4)
It was moved by Mayor Pro Tem D. Nguyen, seconded by Council Member O’Neill that:
The Medal of Honor Bike and Pedestrian Trail – Tree Information Signs Project Urban Forest Management Plan Project No. 01-2022 be accepted as complete; and
The City Manager be authorized to execute the Notice of Completion of Public Works Improvements and Work.
The motion carried by a 6-0-1 vote as follows:
Ayes: (6) Brietigam, O’Neill, Klopfenstein, K. Nguyen, D.
Nguyen, Jones
Noes: (0) None
Absent: (1) Bui
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ACCEPTANCE OF A STREET DEED FOR STREET AND HIGHWAY PURPOSES FOR AN EASEMENT AT THE PROPERTY LOCATED AT 12202 S. HARBOR BOULEVARD, GARDEN GROVE (F: 84.3A)
It was moved by Mayor Pro Tem D. Nguyen, seconded by Council Member O’Neill that:
The grant of public right of way “in fee” for public street and highway purposes for a portion of the property located at 12202 S Harbor Boulevard, Garden Grove, be approved; and
The City Clerk be authorized to accept the offer of a grant of public right of way “in fee” by Street Grant Deed “in fee” on behalf of the City.
The motion carried by a 6-0-1 vote as follows:
Ayes: (6) Brietigam, O’Neill, Klopfenstein, K. Nguyen, D.
Nguyen, Jones
Noes: (0) None
Absent: (1) Bui
APPROPRIATION OF FISCAL YEAR 2021-22 PUBLIC SAFETY REALIGNMENT AND POST-RELEASE COMMUNITY SUPERVISION FUNDS (F: 82.1) (F: 82.15)
It was moved by Mayor Pro Tem D. Nguyen, seconded by Council Member O’Neill that:
An appropriation be authorized for the Fiscal Year 2021-22 Public Safety Realignment and Post-Release Community Supervision funds to the Police Department for the Fiscal Year 2021-22 budget.
The motion carried by a 6-0-1 vote as follows:
Ayes: (6) Brietigam, O’Neill, Klopfenstein, K. Nguyen, D.
Nguyen, Jones
Noes: (0) None
Absent: (1) Bui
AUTHORIZATION FOR MODIFICATIONS TO THE AMENDED PROMISSORY NOTE
WITH LAB HOLDING, LLC FOR THE COTTAGE INDUSTRIES PROJECT (F: 108.2-2016)
It was moved by Mayor Pro Tem D. Nguyen, seconded by Council Member O’Neill that:
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A one year extension to the Amended Promissory Note secured by a Deed of Trust, be approved; and
The City Manager be authorized to approve any pertinent documents on behalf of the City, and authorize the City Manager to approve modifications as appropriate.
The motion carried by a 6-0-1 vote as follows:
Ayes: (6) Brietigam, O’Neill, Klopfenstein, K. Nguyen, D.
Nguyen, Jones
Noes: (0) None
Absent: (1) Bui
AUTHORIZATION OF A BLANKET PURCHASE ORDER INCREASE WITH CHARLES P.
CROWLEY COMPANY TO PURCHASE PARTS FOR THE CITY’S SODIUM
HYPOCHLORITE SYSTEMS AT VARIOUS WATER PRODUCTION FACILITIES
It was moved by Mayor Pro Tem D. Nguyen, seconded by Council Member O’Neill that:
The Finance Director be authorized to amend the five year blanket purchase order with Charles P. Crowley Company by allocating an additional $100,000, for a total of $150,000 per year, for the purchase of parts for the City’s Sodium Hypochlorite Systems at various water production facilities.
The motion carried by a 6-0-1 vote as follows:
Ayes: (6) Brietigam, O’Neill, Klopfenstein, K. Nguyen, D.
Nguyen, Jones
Noes: (0) None
Absent: (1) Bui
AWARD A CONTRACT TO OVERLAND, PACIFIC & CUTLER, LLC. FOR RELOCATION PLANNING AND ASSISTANCE SERVICES (F: 55-Overland, Pacific & Cutler, LLC)
It was moved by Mayor Pro Tem D. Nguyen, seconded by Council Member O’Neill that:
A contract for relocation planning and assistance services be awarded to Overland, Pacific & Cutler, LLC., for a performance period of two (2) years with the option to extend the agreement in one (1) year increments, for a total performance period of five (5) years, on an “as-needed” basis;
The City Manager, or his designees, be authorized to execute the agreement and make minor modifications as appropriate, on behalf of the City; and
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The City Manager, or his designees, be authorized to exercise option year term extension, for available option years and sign the option year amendment.
The motion carried by a 6-0-1 vote as follows:
Ayes: (6) Brietigam, O’Neill, Klopfenstein, K. Nguyen, D.
Nguyen, Jones
Noes: (0) None
Absent: (1) Bui
APPROVAL OF AMENDMENT NO. 2 TO THE AGREEMENT WITH INFOSEND, INC. FOR
DATA PROCESSING, PRINTING, INSERTING, AND MAILING SERVICES FOR
BUSINESS LICENSES, UTILITY BILLS, AND THE CITYWORKS PUBLICATION (F: 55-Infosend Inc.)
It was moved by Mayor Pro Tem D. Nguyen, seconded by Council Member O’Neill that:
Amendment No. 2 to the agreement with InfoSend, Inc. increasing compensation for the term ending June 30, 2022 by $23,200 to $155,200 and increasing scope of work for the term commencing July 1, 2022 to include business license activities for a new contract amount of $180,000 per year, be approved; The City Manager be authorized to execute the agreement on behalf of the City, and to make modifications as appropriate; and
The City Manager be authorized to execute the three remaining option years, at a rate of $180,000 per year plus allowable CPI increases and to cover any unforeseen postal rate increases, and to make minor modifications on behalf of the City.
The motion carried by a 6-0-1 vote as follows:
Ayes: (6) Brietigam, O’Neill, Klopfenstein, K. Nguyen, D.
Nguyen, Jones
Noes: (0) None
Absent: (1) Bui
RECEIVE AND FILE MINUTES FROM THE MEETINGS HELD ON APRIL 26, 2022, MAY 3, 2022, MAY 10, 2022, AND MAY 16, 2022 (F: Vault)
It was moved by Mayor Pro Tem D. Nguyen, seconded by Council Member O’Neill that:
The Minutes from the meetings held on April 26, 2022, May 3, 2022, May 10, 2022, and May 16, 2022, be received and filed.
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The motion carried by a 6-0-1 vote as follows:
Ayes: (6) Brietigam, O’Neill, Klopfenstein, K. Nguyen, D.
Nguyen, Jones
Noes: (0) None
Absent: (1) Bui
WARRANTS
It was moved by Mayor Pro Tem D. Nguyen, seconded by Council Member O’Neill that:
Payroll deposits 00006454 through 00007070 and checks 00184980 through 00184995 inclusive have been verified by the Finance Division as properly issued and bear all proper signatures;
Demands covered by Wire numbers 00001054 through 00001081, EFT numbers 00023478 through 00023507, and check numbers 00678856 through 00678954 inclusive have been verified by the Finance Division as properly issued and bear all proper signatures;
Demands covered by WIRE numbers 00001082 through 00001099 EFT numbers 00023508 through 00023532, and check numbers 00678955 through 00679046 inclusive have been verified by the Finance Division as properly issued and bear all proper signatures; and
Demands covered by EFT numbers 00023533 through 00024520, and check numbers 00679047 through 00679267 inclusive have been verified by the Finance Division as properly issued and bear all proper signatures, be received and filed.
The motion carried by a 6-0-1 vote as follows:
Ayes: (6) Brietigam, O’Neill, Klopfenstein, K. Nguyen, D.
Nguyen, Jones
Noes: (0) None
Absent: (1) Bui
APPROVAL TO WAIVE FULL READING OF ORDINANCES LISTED
It was moved by Mayor Pro Tem D. Nguyen, seconded by Council Member O’Neill that:
Full reading of ordinances listed be waived.
The motion carried by a 6-0-1 vote as follows:
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Ayes: (6) Brietigam, O’Neill, Klopfenstein, K. Nguyen, D.
Nguyen, Jones
Noes: (0) None
Absent: (1) Bui
PUBLIC HEARING - ADOPTION OF A RESOLUTION FOR THE ANNUAL LEVY OF FISCAL YEAR 2022-23 ASSESSMENT FOR THE DOWNTOWN ASSESSMENT DISTRICT (F: 31.4)
Following staff’s presentation, Mayor Jones declared the public hearing open and asked if anyone wished to address the City Council.
Speakers: None
There being no response from the audience, the public hearing was declared closed.
The City Clerk announced that: No protests were received, that there are 28 parcels in the Downtown Assessment District; therefore, there is not a majority protest.
It was moved by Council Member Klopfenstein, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem D.
Nguyen that:
Resolution No. 9743-22 entitled: A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Garden Grove making determinations and confirming the diagram and assessments in the matter of the Downtown Assessment District, be adopted
The motion carried by a 6-0-1 vote as follows:
Ayes: (6) Brietigam, O’Neill, Klopfenstein, K. Nguyen, D.
Nguyen, Jones
Noes: (0) None
Absent: (1) Bui
PUBLIC HEARING - ADOPTION OF RESOLUTIONS CONFIRMING THE ANNUAL LEVY OF FISCAL YEAR 2022-23 ASSESSMENTS FOR THE GARDEN GROVE STREET LIGHTING DISTRICT, GARDEN GROVE STREET LIGHTING DISTRICT NO. 99-1 AND GARDEN GROVE PARK MAINTENANCE DISTRICT (F: 69.2)
Following staff’s presentation, Mayor Jones declared the public hearing open and asked if anyone wished to address the City Council.
Speakers: None
There being no further response from the audience, the public hearing was declared closed.
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The City Clerk announced that: No protests were received, that there are 37,684 parcels in the Garden Grove Street Lighting District; therefore, there is not a majority protest.
The City Clerk announced that: No protests were received, that there are 349 parcels in District 99-1, therefore, there is not a majority protest.
The City Clerk announced that: No protests were received, that there are 35,722 parcels in the City’s Park Maintenance District; therefore, there is not a majority protest.
It was moved by Council Member Klopfenstein, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem D.
Nguyen that:
Resolution No. 9744-22 entitled: A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Garden Grove making determinations and confirming the diagram and assessment for 2022-23 Fiscal Year for the City of Garden Grove Street Lighting District No. 99- 1, be adopted;
Resolution No. 9745-22 entitled: A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Garden Grove making determinations and confirming the diagram and assessment for 2022-23 Fiscal Year for the City of Garden Grove Street Park Maintenance District; and
Resolution No. 9746-22 entitled: A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Garden Grove making determinations and confirming the diagram and assessment for 2022-23 Fiscal Year for the City of Garden Grove Street Lighting District, be adopted, be adopted.
The motion carried by a 6-0-1 vote as follows:
Ayes: (6) Brietigam, O’Neill, Klopfenstein, K. Nguyen, D.
Nguyen, Jones
Noes: (0) None
Absent: (1) Bui
INTRODUCTION AND FIRST READING OF FISCAL YEAR 2022-23 PARAMEDIC TAX OVERRIDE RATE ORDINANCE (F: 60.11)
(As approved earlier in the meeting, it was moved by Mayor Pro Tem D. Nguyen, seconded by Council Member O’Neill, and approved by a 6-0-1 vote, that full reading of ordinances listed be waived.)
Following staff introduction and Council comments, it was moved by Council Member O’Neill, seconded by Council Member K. Nguyen that:
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Ordinance No. 2936 entitled: An Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Garden Grove establishing the amount of money for paramedic services that must be raised by an ad valorem tax override and the setting of the tax rate of said override, be passed to second reading.
The motion carried by a 6-0-1 vote as follows:
Ayes: (6) Brietigam, O’Neill, Klopfenstein, K. Nguyen, D.
Nguyen, Jones
Noes: (0) None
Absent: (1) Bui
APPROVAL OF A MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING WITH THE CITY OF
FOUNTAIN VALLEY AND THE CITY OF WESTMINSTER TO EXPLORE ADVANCEMENT OF A FUTURE NAVIGATION CENTER (F: 117.15B) (F: 55-City of Fountain Valley) (F: 55-City of Wesminster)
Following staff presentation, recommending pursuing negotiations for a comprehensive Memorandum of Understanding detailing levels of funding commitments by the participating cities of Garden Grove, Fountain Valley, and Westminster, and to identify a potential site for a Navigation Center with wrap around services for the homeless, it was moved by Council Member K. Nguyen, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem T. Nguyen that:
A Memorandum of Understanding by and between the cities of Garden Grove, Fountain Valley and Westminster, be approved; and
The City Manager be authorized to sign the Memorandum of Understanding on behalf of the City, and make minor modifications as needed.
The motion carried by a 6-0-1 vote as follows:
Ayes: (6) Brietigam, O’Neill, Klopfenstein, K. Nguyen, D.
Nguyen, Jones
Noes: (0) None
Absent: (1) Bui
AWARD A CONTRACT TO R.J. NOBLE COMPANY, FOR VARIOUS STREETS REHABILITATION 2022 PROJECTS. (CONTINUED FROM THE MAY 24, 2022, CITY COUNCIL MEETING) (F: 55-R J Noble Company)
Following staff introduction, noting this matter was continued from the May 24, 2022 City Council Meeting, with a recommendation to award a contract to All American Asphalt; however, upon further staff review, the R J Noble Company is now recommended to be awarded a contract for the Various Streets Rehabilitation 2022 projects.
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It was moved by Council Member Brietigam, seconded by Council Member Klopfenstein that:
A contract be awarded to R.J. Noble Company, in the amount of $4,971,340.00, for Various Streets Rehabilitation 2022 Projects which includes Newland Street from Trask Avenue to Garden Grove Boulevard; Mays Avenue from Yockey Street to Magnolia Street; Hazard Avenue from Bushard Street to Ward Street; McFadden Avenue from Ward Street to 600 feet East; Chapman Avenue from Nelson Street to 9th Street; and Lampson Avenue from Harbor Boulevard to Haster Street; and The City Manager be authorized to execute the contract, and to make minor modifications as appropriate on behalf of the City.
The motion carried by a 6-0-1 vote as follows:
Ayes: (6) Brietigam, O’Neill, Klopfenstein, K. Nguyen, D.
Nguyen, Jones
Noes: (0) None
Absent: (1) Bui
SECOND READING OF ORDINANCE NO. 2935
(As approved earlier in the meeting, it was moved by Mayor Pro Tem D. Nguyen, seconded by Council Member O’Neill, and approved by a 6-0-1 vote, that full reading of ordinances listed be waived.)
Following the reading of the title, it was moved by Council Member O’Neill, seconded by Council Member K. Nguyen that:
Ordinance No. 2935 entitled: An Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Garden Grove adopting the Garden Grove Police Department Military Equipment Use Policy pursuant to Government Code 7071, be adopted.
The motion carried by a 6-0-1 vote as follows:
Ayes: (6) Brietigam, O’Neill, Klopfenstein, K. Nguyen, D.
Nguyen, Jones
Noes: (0) None
Absent: (1) Bui
MATTERS FROM THE MAYOR, CITY COUNCIL MEMBERS, AND CITY MANAGER
Council Member Brietigam announced he will be hosting a catalytic converter engraving event on Sunday, July 10, 2022, at the Grease Monkey located at 6962 Chapman Avenue that will be free for Garden Grove residents.
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Council Member O’Neill wished Council Member Klopfenstein a happy birthday.
Mayor Pro Tem D. Nguyen wished Council Member Klopfenstein a happy birthday.
She attended the annual Graduate Reception on June 2, 2022, and with the support of generous local sponsors providing cash prizes, gift cards, and services, Garden Grove resident college graduates ranging from Associates to Doctorate degrees were celebrated. The Graduate Reception event started in 2013 to recognize local Garden Grove residents who have worked to achieve higher education to the benefit of the community and the workforce. She noted how impressed by the caliber of the graduates with their chosen field of studies, which included science and public policy, and she commended the men and women representing the best of our community wishing them all success in their future endeavors. To see the photos from the event, visit www.ggcity.org/grads
Council Member K. Nguyen expressed excitement for the upcoming summer; however, is disappointed that there will not be summer concerts in Districts 5 and 6 because of low turnout in the past. She asked for support from council members and encouraged staff to work on holding concerts in the future and to collaborate with the school district for use of school space. She noted that there is a lot of trash on Harbor Boulevard and large potholes near the Great Wolf Lodge.
Council Member Klopfenstein announced Mosquito Day with Grandmother Mosquito on Saturday, June 18th at the Discovery Cube of Orange County in Santa Ana, and on Sunday, June 19th through Saturday, June 25th there will be a Junior Inspector Training Exhibit, Mosquito Crafts, and time with experts from Orange County Vector Control. She is looking forward to touring the exhibit, which is a great way to engage and educate kids on tipping and tossing standing water. She congratulated the recipients of the Garden Grove Gems, a remake of Garden Grove Pride that she enjoyed in the past as a judge and promoted revitalizing Garden Grove Pride to bring back to the community. She praised staff for their work on the Garden Grove Gems event, and expressed how it was great to see people coming together for the love of their home and yards. She would like it to continue for years to come.
Council Member Brietigam asked that Traffic Engineering communicate with Cal Trans on the signal timing for the ramp on Garden Grove Boulevard at Valley View Street, as traffic is backing up regularly between Valley View Street and Knott Street. Peak traffic times can take up to an hour to drive one block.
City Manager Stiles noted that the Finance and Public Works Departments will begin implementing a Low Income Household Water Assistance Program provided through the California Department of Community Services & Development to help low income individuals with a one-time payment of a past due water bill. To learn more about this state funded program visit www.csd.ca.gov/waterbill City Attorney Sandoval noted that there is no reportable action taken on the Closed Session matter regarding the conference with Real Property Negotiators for property located at 7900 Garden Grove Boulevard, Garden Grove.
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RECESS
At 7:44 p.m. Mayor Jones recessed the meeting and announced that the Closed Session would reconvene to continue the conference with labor negotiators pursuant to Government Code Section 54957.6, and conference with legal counsel for anticipated litigation pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9(d).
RECONVENE CLOSED SESSION
At 7:45 p.m., Mayor Jones reconvened Closed Session in the Founders Room with Council Members Brietigam, O’Neill, Klopfenstein, K. Nguyen, and D. Nguyen present.
CLOSED SESSION ADJOURNED
At 8:55 p.m., Mayor Jones adjourned Closed Session.
RECONVENE MEETING
At 8:56 p.m., Mayor Jones reconvened the meeting with Council Members Brietigam, O’Neill, Klopfenstein, K. Nguyen, and D. Nguyen present.
City Attorney Sandoval announced that no reportable action was taken.
ADJOURNMENT
At 8:57 p.m., Mayor Jones adjourned the meeting. The next Regular City Council Meeting will be held on Tuesday, June 28, 2022, at 5:30 p.m. at the Community Meeting Center, 11300 Stanford Avenue, Garden Grove, California.
Teresa Pomeroy
City Clerk