Garden Grove City Council
July 8, 2025

AGENDA

Garden Grove City Council

Tuesday, July 8, 2025
6:30 PM

Community Meeting Center
11300 Stanford Avenue
Garden Grove, California 92840
Stephanie Klopfenstein
Mayor
Joe DoVinh
Mayor Pro Tem – District 4
George S. Brietigam
Council Member – District 1
Phillip Nguyen
Council Member – District 2
Cindy Tran
Council Member – District 3
Yesenia Muñeton
Council Member – District 5
Ariana Arestegui
Council Member – District 6

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Agenda Item Descriptions: Are intended to give a brief, general description of the item. The City Council may take legislative action deemed appropriate with respect to the item and is not limited to the recommended action indicated in staff reports or the agenda.

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Public Comments: Members of the public who attend the meeting in -person and would like to address the City Council are requested to complete a pink speaker card indicating their name and address, and identifying the subject matter they wish to address. This card should be giv en to the City Clerk before the meeting begins. General comments are made during "Oral Communications" and should be limited to matters under consideration and/or what the City Council has jurisdiction over. Persons wishing to address the City Council rega rding a Public Hearing matter will be called to the podium at the time the matter is being considered.

Manner of Addressing the City Council: After being called by the Mayor, you may approach the podium, it is requested that you state your name for the r ecord, and proceed to address the City Council. All remarks and questions should be addressed to the City Council as a whole and not to individual Council Members or staff members. Any person making impertinent, slanderous, or profane remarks or who becomes boisterous while addressing the City Council shall be called to order by the Mayor. If such conduct continues, the Mayor may order the person barred from addressing the City Council any further during that meeting.

Time Limitation: When any group of persons wishes to address the City Council on the same subject matter, the Mayor may request a spokesperson be chosen to represent the group, so as to avoid unnecessary repetition. At the City Council's discretion, a limit on the total amount of time for public comments during Oral Communications and/or a further limit on the time allotted to each speaker during Oral Communications may be set.

PLEASE SILENCE YOUR CELL PHONES DURING THE MEETING.
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AGENDA

ROLL CALL: COUNCIL MEMBER BRIETIGAM, COUNCIL MEMBER NGUYEN, COUNCIL MEMBER TRAN, COUNCIL MEMBER MUÑETON, COUNCIL MEMBER ARESTEGUI, MAYOR PRO

TEM DOVINH, MAYOR KLOPFENSTEIN

INVOCATION

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE FLAG OF THE UNITED STATES

ORAL COMMUNICATIONS (TO BE HELD SIMULTANEOUSLY WITH OTHER

LEGISLATIVE BODIES)

RECESS

CONDUCT OTHER LEGISLATIVE BODIES' BUSINESS

RECONVENE

CONSENT ITEMS (WILL BE ACTED ON SIMULTANEOUSLY WITH ONE MOTION

UNLESS SEPARATE DISCUSSION AND/OR ACTION IS REQUESTED BY A COUNCIL

MEMBER)

1. Adoption of a Resolution approving the Memorandum of Understanding between the Orange County Employee’s Association, Garden Grove Chapter and the City of Garden Grove. (Action Item)

[Item 252/2025]

2. Acceptance of Project No. S-1354 - Roof Replacement at City Hall located at 11222 Acacia Parkway, as complete. (Action Item)

[Item 247/2025]

3. Approval to participate in the 2025-2026 Cannabis Tax Fund Grant Program. (Action Item)

[Item 239/2025]

4. Approval to submit a response to the Grand Jury Report, Long-Term Solutions to Short-Term Rentals (Action Item)

[Item 250/2025]

5. Approval of Amendment No. 1 to the Master Equity Lease agreement with Enterprise Fleet Management, Inc. for the lease and maintenance of three additional vehicles for the Community Development Department. (Cost: Not-to-Exceed $116,000) (Action Item)

[Item 190/2025]

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6. Approval to waive full reading of ordinances listed. (Action Item)

[Item 254/2025]

PUBLIC HEARINGS (MOTION TO APPROVE WILL INCLUDE ADOPTION OF EACH

RESOLUTION UNLESS OTHERWISE STATED)

7. Introduction and First Reading of Ordinances approving Zoning Text Amendment Nos. A-042-2025(A) and A-042-2025(B) to amend various provisions of Title 9 (Land Use) of the Garden Grove Municipal Code to comply and conform to changes in State and federal law and City policies, entitled:

AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF GARDEN GROVE APPROVING ZONING AMENDMENT NO. A-042-2024(A), A TEXT AMENDMENT TO CHAPTER 9.54 (ACCESSORY DWELLING UNITS AND JUNIOR ACCESSORY DWELLING UNITS) OF TITLE 9 (LAND USE) OF THE GARDEN GROVE MUNICIPAL CODE TO COMPLY WITH STATE LAW. (Action Item)

AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF GARDEN GROVE APPROVING ZONING AMENDMENT NO. A-042-2024(B), A TEXT AMENDMENT TO PORTIONS OF CHAPTERS 9.04, 9.08, 9.12, 9.16, 9.18, 9.32, AND 9.60 OF TITLE 9 OF THE CITY OF

GARDEN GROVE MUNICIPAL CODE TO CONFORM TO STATE AND FEDERAL LAW AND

CITY POLICIES, TO REPLACE SUBJECTIVE LANGUAGE, AND TO MAKE CLARIFICATIONS AND TYPOGRAPHICAL CORRECTIONS. (Action Item)

[Item 153/2025]

ITEMS FOR CONSIDERATION

8. Adoption of the Fiscal Year 2025-26 Homelessness Strategy Action Plan. (Action Item)

[Item 249/2025]

9. Award of contracts to Keyser Marston Associates, Inc. and Tierra West Advisors, Inc. to provide financial feasibility consulting services. (Cost: Not-to-Exceed $100,000 per year/contract) (Action Item)

[Item 248/2025]

10. Approval of an Amendment to increase the annual not-to-exceed limit to the agreement with CSG Consultants Inc. for on-call Planning services. (Cost: $250,000/per year) (Action Item)

[Item 238/2025]

11. Introduction and First Reading of an Ordinance amending Chapter 8.47 of the Municipal Code pertaining to noise and construction hours, entitled:

AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF GARDEN GROVE AMENDING SECTION 8.47.060 OF CHAPTER 8.47 OF TITLE 8 OF THE GARDEN GROVE MUNICIPAL CODE PERTAINING TO PERMITTED CONSTRUCTION HOURS. (Action Item) [Item 235/2025]
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12. Award a contract to RJ Noble Company for the 2025 Various Streets Rehabilitation Project, City Project No. CP-1442000 and 2025 5-year Landscape and Irrigation Maintenance, City Project No. CP-1505000. (Cost: $8,692,104)(Action Item)

[Item 251/2025]

MATTERS FROM THE MAYOR, CITY COUNCIL MEMBERS AND CITY MANAGER

ADJOURNMENT

The next Regular Meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, July 22, 2025, at 5:30 p.m. in the Community Meeting Center, 11300 Stanford Avenue, Garden Grove, California, 92840. 4 Item 252/2025
Final

City of Garden Grove

INTER-DEPARTMENT MEMORANDUM

To:

Lisa L. Kim From: Jany Lee
Dept:

City Manager Dept: Human Resources
Date: 7/8/2025

Subject: Adoption of a Resolution approving the Memorandum of Understanding between the Orange County Employee’s Association, Garden Grove Chapter and the City of Garden Grove. (Action Item)

OBJECTIVE

To obtain City Council approval for a new two (2) year Memorandum of Understanding (hereinafter “MOU”) with the Orange County Employee’s Association, Garden Grove Chapter (OCEA) (hereinafter “Union”).

BACKGROUND

The City, as directed by the City Council, met and conferred with the Union and agreed to a new MOU that will expire June 30, 2027. The current MOU expired on June 30, 2025.

DISCUSSION

The City and Union agreed to a new MOU with the term of July 1, 2025, to June 30, 2027.

The City and the Union agreed to the following:

 A three percent (3%) base salary increase, effective July 2025;  Establishment of a step “J” (5% step) and elimination of step “A” from the salary schedule, effective July 2026;
 Elimination of step “B” from the salary schedule, effective in June 2027;  Medical benefit contribution increases in January 2026 and January 2027;  Vacation Accrual Tier restructuring in January 2026;
 Five percent (5%) training pay for those assigned to the Front Desk Community Service Officer, Public Safety Dispatcher, and Police Records Specialist; and  Addition of the Traffic unit to the Senior Community Service Officer assignment.

The final language of this MOU is still being worked out and the document may not be finalized until after the July 8, 2025 City Council meeting. In order to not delay implementation of the provisions in this MOU, it is requested that the City Council give the City Manager the 5 Item 252/2025

authorization to agree to any final language revisions agreed to by the parties. There would not be any financial changes, only language changes.

FINANCIAL IMPACT

The estimated cost increase associated with the proposed MOU provisions is approximately $853,000 for Fiscal Year 2025-26, compared to current salaries and benefits. For Fiscal Year 2026-27, the estimated increase is an additional $858,000, based on the proposed Fiscal Year 2025-26 personnel costs. Over the proposed two -year MOU term, the cumulative cost increase is estimated at $2.6 million compared to current compensation levels for members of OCEA.

These estimates do not include normal annual adjustments such as merit increases, changes in eligibility for specialty or longevity pay, promotions, or pension cost variations.

Future budget appropriations will be addressed as needed through the regular budget process.

RECOMMENDATION

It is recommended that the City Council:
 Adopt the attached Resolution approving the Memorandum of Understanding between the Orange County Employee’s Association, Garden Grove Chapter and the City of Garden Grove; and
 Authorize the City Manager to finalize any last-minute language revisions that may occur between the parties.

ATTACHMENT(S)

1. Association Resolution 2025-27

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RESOLUTION NO. XXXX-XX

GARDEN GROVE CITY COUNCIL RESOLUTION NO. 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 2025 -2027 BY AND BETWEEN THE ORANGE COUNTY EMPLOYEE’S ASSOCIATION,

GARDEN GROVE CHAPTER AND THE CITY OF GARDEN GROVE

THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF GARDEN GROVE DOES HEREBY RESOLVE:

1. That the Memorandum of Understanding on Salaries, Wages, and Fringe Benefits 202 5-2027, by and between The Orange County Employee ’s Association, Garden Grove Chapter and the City of Garden Grove, and signed by the President on behalf of The Orange County Employee ’s Association, Garden Grove Chapter, and the Human Resources Director on behalf of the City of Garden Grove, is hereby approved.

2. That the City Manager is authorized to approve language revisions to the Memorandum of Understanding that does not affect compensation or cause financial impacts to the City.

3. That all prior Resolutions in conflict herewith are hereby repealed so as to avoid all conflict.
7 Memorandum of
Understanding

Between the Orange County Employees
Association, Garden Grove Chapter and the City
of Garden Grove

July 1, 2025 – June 30, 2027

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Garden Grove Association
Contract

July 1, 2025 – June 30, 2027

Stephanie Klopfenstein, Mayor

Joseph DoVinh, Mayor Pro Tem, District 4
George S. Brietigam III, District 1 Phillip Nguyen, District 2 Cindy Ngoc Tran, District 3 Ariana Arestegui, District 6 Yesenia Muñeton, District 5

Lisa L. Kim, City Manager

Jany H. Lee, Human Resources Director

CITY NEGOTIATING TEAM

UNION NEGOTIATING TEAM
Irma Rodriguez Moisa, SPOKESPERSON
Attorney
Kerensa Schupmann, SPOKESPERSON
Sr. Labor Relations Rep, OCEA
Jany H. Lee
Human Resources Director
Dana Marie Saucedo
President
Liane Kwan
Human Resources Manager
Gary Hernandez
Vice President
Mario Martinez
Police Captain
Amanda Cross
Board Member
Stephen Porras
Public Works Supervisor
Chrystal Weyker
Board Member
Caitlyn Stephenson
Principal Human Resources Analyst
Charles Leon
Labor Relations Rep, OCEA
Amy Vo
Principal Administrative Analyst
Julie Bott
Labor Relations Rep, OCEA
Matthew West
Assistant City Manager
Mariela Ortiz
Labor Relations Specialist, OCEA

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CITY OF GARDEN GROVE

MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING

PURSUANT TO THE CALIFORNIA MEYERS-MILIAS-BROWN ACT

BY AND BETWEEN THE

GARDEN GROVE CHAPTER OF THE ORANGE COUNTY EMPLOYEES ASSOCIATION

AND THE

CITY OF GARDEN GROVE
2025 - 2027
THIS MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING has been prepared pursuant to Resolution No. 4066-71, as amended, of the City of Garden Grove, which Resolution is generally identified as the "EMPLOYEE RELATIONS RESOLUTION" and the Government Code Sections 3500 through 3510, as amended, whi ch is generally referred to as the Meyers -Milias-Brown Act.

This Agreement has been developed as a result of the requests of the Garden Grove Chapter of the Orange County Employees Association. The items in this Agreement are subject to the approval of the City Manager and the City Council of the City of Garden Grove and will be placed into effect upon the taking of administrative action by the City Manager's Office and the adoption of the necessary ordinances and resolutions by the City Council, if acceptable to them, in accordance with the terms and conditions hereinafter set forth.

For simplicity of language and usage, whenever the male pronoun is used it shall be assumed to apply to both genders.

The parties agree that the provisions contained herein shall be subject to all applicable laws and cover the period from July 1, 2025, to June 30, 2027.

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ASSOCIATION / CITY

MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING

2025 - 2027

TABLE OF CONTENTS

ARTICLE PAGE
I. RECOGNITION AND RIGHTS .............................................................................. 5 II. SALARY AND COMPENSATION ............................................................................ 9 III. FRINGE BENEFITS .......................................................................................... 13 IV. WORK SCHEDULES AND OVERTIME .................................................................. 18 V. LEAVE POLICY ............................................................................................... 22 VI. EQUIPMENT AND SAFETY ................................................................................ 31 VII. WORKING CONDITIONS .................................................................................. 32 VIII. GRIEVANCE, DISCIPLINE, LAYOFF, AND PROBATIONARY PERIOD ......................... 33 IX. GENERAL PROVISIONS ................................................................................... 36

EXHIBIT PAGE
A. REPRESENTED CLASSIFICATIONS/SALARY RANGE .............................................. 38 B. TUITION REIMBURSEMENT PROGRAM ............................................................... 41 C. SICK LEAVE PAY OFF ....................................................................................... 45 D. EMPLOYEES ASSOCIATION UNIFORM ALLOWANCE .............................................. 47

INDEX .................................................................................................................... 48

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ARTICLE I

RECOGNITION AND RIGHTS

1. OCEA RECOGNITION
The City hereby recognizes the OCEA as the exclusive representative of the employee representation unit described in Exhibit "A" to the exclusion of all other organizations; provided, however, that nothing contained herein shall be construed to deny those employees who do not belong to OCEA from representing themselves.

2. ASSOCIATION REPRESENTATION
The City agrees to grant reasonable access to employee work locations to officially designated Association representatives for the purpose of processing grievances and in accordance with this Memorandum of Understanding. Each rep resentative, upon notification to his immediate supervisor, may be permitted to leave his regular work schedule during working hours, for reasonable periods of time to perform the following functions:
a. To represent to a supervisor, a request for a grievance which the Association representative has been requested by any employee or group of employees, to present to such a supervisor.
b. Investigate any request for adjustment of grievances in the representative's division and present such request for adjustment to the supervisor of the employee who initiated the grievance request.
c. Attend meetings with management when the representative's presence is necessary to present the grievance for adjustment.

The Association shall notify the City in writing of the names of all representatives who are authorized to represent the employees in the bargaining unit. The number of names including the Association business representative performing these functions shall not exceed five.

The Association representative shall be granted permission to leave his work assignment if his absence will not cause an undue interruption of work.

Each representative shall report to his supervisor the time leaving his work location to perform such duties as set forth herein. The representative sh all report to the supervisor immediately upon completion of these duties.

3. PEACEFUL PERFORMANCE
a. The Association agrees that neither the Association or its officers, agents, or members will directly or indirectly cause, sanction, permit, support , or engage in any strikes, slowdowns, walkouts, stoppages of work, or other concerted interference with City’s business or operations.
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b. The Association and its officers and officials shall take every reasonable, prompt, and positive measure to prevent and stop any unau thorized strike, slowdown, walkout, or stoppage of work.
c. Participation in a strike , slowdown, walkout, stoppage of work or concerted interference with the City’s business or operations shall be deemed an unauthorized absence subject to disciplinary action.
d. Should the Association or its officers, agents, or members violate this Section, the City does not waive its right to seek legal and/or equitable relief.

4. MANAGEMENT FUNCTIONS
All management rights and functions except those which are clearly and expressly limited in this Memorandum of Understanding shall remain vested exclusively in the City. It is expressly recognized merely by way of illustration and not by way of limitation that such rights and functions include, but are not limited to:
a. Manage the City.
b. Schedule working hours.
c. Establish, modify or change work schedules or standards. d. Institute changes in procedures.
e. Direct the work force, including the right to hire, promote, demote, transfer, suspend, discipline or discharge any employee.
f. Determine the location of any new facilities, buildings, departments, divisions, or subdivisions thereof, and the relocation, sale, leasing or closing of facilities, departments, divisions, or subdivisions thereof.
g. Determine services to be rendered.
h. Determine the layout of buildings and equipment and materials to be used therein.
i. Determine processes, techniques, methods, and means of performing work. j. Determine the size, character and use of inventories. k. Determine financial policy including accounting procedure. l. Determine the administrative organization of the system. m. Determine selection, promotion, or transfer of employees. n. Determine the size and characteristics of the work force. o. Determine the allocation and assignment of work to employees. p. Determine policy affecting the selection of new employees. q. Determine the establishment of quality and quantity standards and the judgment of quality and quantity of work required.
r. Determine administration of discipline.
s. Determine control and use of City property, materials, and equipment. t. Schedule work periods and determine the number and duration of work periods. u. Establish, modify, eliminate or enforce rules and regulations. v. Place work with outside firms.
w. Determine the kinds and numbers of personnel necessary. x. Determine the methods and means by which such operations are to be conducted.
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bb. Take any necessary action to carry out the mission of the City in cases of any emergency.
cc. Prescribe a uniform dress to be worn by designated employees.

The exercise of the foregoing powers, rights, authority, duties and responsibilities by the City, the adoption of policies, rules, regulations and practices in furtherance thereof, and the use of judgment and discretion in connection therewith, shall be limited only by the specific and express terms of this contract, and then only to the extent such specific and express terms are in conformance with law.

By the addition of this article to the agreement, the parties do not intend to add to or subtract from the appeal and grievance rights formerly possessed by the employees.

5. PAYROLL DEDUCTION/CHECK OFF
a. Membership dues of OCEA members in this Representation Unit and insurance premiums for such OCEA sponsored insurance programs shall be deducted by the City from the pay warrants of such members. The City shall promptly transmit the dues and insurance premiums so deducted to OCEA. There shall be only one OCEA deduction per pay period.
b. OCEA shall notify the City, in writing, as to the amount of dues uniformly required of all members of OCEA and also the amount of insurance premiums required of employees who choose to participate in such programs. Once per fiscal year, the City will, upon written request of OCEA, change the amount of the OCEA deduction for the purposes of any change in OCEA dues. Any other changes in the OCEA dues deduction amount shall be made only upon written request of the employee via the City-authorized payroll deduction card. c. Whenever the OCEA notifies the City that there has been a change in the amount required to be deducted for membership dues, the OCEA shall provide certification that the dues paying members of the unit have been notified of such change.
d. The City assumes no responsibility for keeping itemized records of deductions.

The OCEA agrees to hold the City harmless and indemnify the City in any litigation arising out of conformance to this article.
e. On October 1 of each year, the City shall provide OCEA with a listing of all current employees in this Unit. Such list shall include employee name, job classification and department.
f. The City, upon request of OCEA , will provide a quarterly listing of all new employees hired into classifications in this unit. OCEA will provide general information, including copies of this MOU, to the City for inclusion in new employee orientation information packets.

6. BULLETIN BOARD(S)
The City will provide space on a bulletin board(s) in City Hall and in the Police Department for the use of OCEA in posting matters of Association business.

The bulletin board(s) shall be used for the following:
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a. recreational, social and related association bulletins; b. scheduled association bulletins;
c. reports of official business of the association; and d. any other written material which has been approved and initialed by the City.

Posted notices shall not be obscene, defamatory or of a partisan politi cal nature, nor shall they pertain to public issues which do not involve the City or its relations with City employees.

7. JOB DESCRIPTIONS
The City shall maintain job descriptions setting forth job duties in each classification within the bargaining unit rep resented by the Garden Grove Chapter of the Orange County Employees' Association. A copy of each job description shall be made available to the Association. The duties of each classification shall be descriptive of the work performed in that classification.

8. TEMPORARY EMPLOYEES
By way of clarification, temporary full -time and part-time employees are not eligible for the fringe benefits, paid leave policies, or bonus pay programs (e.g., assignment pay, education incentive, etc.) that are available under this Memorandum of Understanding.

9. CONTENTS OF PERSONNEL FILE
a. Adverse statements shall not be included in an employee's official personnel file unless a copy is provided to the employee.
b. An employee shall have the right to copy the pertinent parts of his offic ial personnel file in any case where the employee disputes some issue related to performance or is contesting disciplinary action.
c. An employee shall have the right to respond in writing to any information contained in his official personnel file, such reply to become a permanent part of such employee's official personnel file. Any such written response is to be submitted within thirty (30) days of the date on which the employee either acknowledges in writing receipt of the first document containing such information or refuses to sign such an acknowledgment. Should the employee's response be based on material facts that he or she was not aware of during the thirty (30) day time period and had no reason to be aware of, then this thirty (30) day time period will be waived.

10. ASSOCIATION LEAVE WITH PAY
The City shall allow members of the Association Board a cumulative total of twenty - five (25) hours leave with pay each calendar year in order for Association Board members to attend related functions or meetings. T he Association President shall request approval in advance from the department director or designee to use this leave.

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ARTICLE II

SALARY AND COMPENSATION

1. WAGES
a. Effective in the pay period following July 1, 2025, all members of the bargaining unit shall receive a three percent (3%) increase to base salary. b. Effective in the pay period following July 1, 2026, step “J” (a five percent (5%) step) on the salary schedule shall be created . Members of the bargaining unit who, as of the pay period following July 1, 2026, have been in step “I” for over a year may be eligible for a merit increase.
c. Effective in the pay period following July 1, 2026, current step “A” shall be eliminated. Any employee who is at step “A” on the pay period of implementation s hall automatically move to step “B” and shall have their anniversary date moved (for purpose of merit step increase) to the date of implementation.
d. Effective in the second pay period in June 2027, current step “B” shall be eliminated. Any employee who is at step “B” on the pay period of implementation shall automatically move to step “C” and shall have their anniversary date moved (for the purposes of merit step increase) to the date of implementation.

2. SALARY INCREASES
a. Salary Step Increases
All salary step increases will become effective on the first day of the pay period in which the employee's anniversary date occurs, unless there is a postponement. In the event of a postponement, the effective date of the step increase will be the first day of the pay period in which the increase is authorized.

In the event of a postponement, the employee will be provided the reasons for the postponement in their evaluation.

Except for employees who are assigned in the Police Department, effective January 1, 2026, an employee who does not receive an evaluation within ninety (90) days of their anniversary date will be advanced to the next step within the salary range of their classification, regardless of their evaluation rating. The step increase shall be retroactive to the first day of the pay period in which the anniversary date falls.
b. Salary Increase Upon Promotion
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The phrase "less than five percent higher" in Section 2.44.230 of the Municipal Code is clarified, through rounding, to mean "less than 4.5 percent higher".

3. ACTING PAY
An employee who is appointed to serve in an acting capacity shall be compensated in accordance with Municipal Code Section 2.44.230, as clarified in Section 2(c) of this Article.

A person appointed in an acting capacity shall be eligible to receive merit increases in his permanent position during the acting appointment but shall not be entitled to merit increases in the position which he or she holds in an acting capacity.

This payment will begin no later than thirty (30) calendar days after the employee is assigned to the position by his department director.

To the extent permitted by law, Acting Pay will be reported to CalPERS as special compensation per Title 2 California Code of Regulations section 571(a)(3) for “Classic” members as Temporary Upgrade Pay.

4. TEMPORARY UPGRADE PAY
Temporary Upgrade Pay of five percent (5%) above base salary may be paid to employees who are required to work in an upgraded position or classification for a limited duration.

To the extent permitted by law, Temporary Upgrade Pay will be reported to CalPERS as special compensation per Title 2 California Code of Regulations section 571(a)(3) for “Classic” members as Temporary Upgrade Pay.

5. BILINGUAL PAY
The City will pay eighty -five dollars ($85) each pay period to a designated bilingual employee required to utilize his full -range of bilingual abilities (Vietnamese, Korean, Spanish and/or any other language designated by the City Manager) on City business.

Determination of capability shall be made by qualifying tests established by the City of reading, writing and speaking ability in the given language. An employee so designated by the City shall be required to translate at any time.

The City will pay sixty-five dollars ($65) each pay period to a designated bili ngual employee required to utilize his verbal -only bilingual abilities (Vietnamese, Korean, Spanish and/or any other language designated by the City Manager) on City business.

Determination of capability shall be made by qualifying tests established by th e City of speaking ability in the given language. An employee so designated by the City shall be required to translate at any time. An employee may cease to be in a designated position as a result of transfer, promotion, or other reassignment.

To the ext ent permitted by law, Bilingual Pay will be reported to CalPERS as special compensation per Title 2 California Code of Regulations section 571(a)(4) and 571.1(b)(3) for Bilingual Premium.

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6. LONGEVITY PAY
Members of the bargaining unit shall receive Longevity Pay as follows:

Completion of twenty (20) full years of service – five percent (5%) of base pay.

To the extent permitted by law, Longevity Pay will be reporte d to CalPERS as special compensation per Title 2 California Code of Regulations secti on 571(a)(1) and 571.1(b)(1) as Longevity Pay.

7. TUITION REIMBURSEMENT
The City will provide a Tuition Reimbursement Program to qualified employees as described in Exhibit "B". The former Educational Incentive Program will be phased out and will no longer be open to employees not currently receiving benefits from the program. Those employees currently receiving benefits from the Educational Incentive Program may continue to participate in the program until they become ineligible or elect to participate in the Tuition Reimbursement Program. Once an employee, who had been receiving benefits from the Educational Incentive Program, becomes ineligible to participate in the former E ducational Incentive Program , they may not requalify for that program.

8. LEADPERSON PAY

Leadperson pay shall be paid at five percent (5%) above the employee's base salary when assigned such duties in writing by the department director. The duration of this assignment shall be at the sole discretion of the department director.

To the extent permitted by law, Leadperson Pay will be reported to CalPERS as special compensation per Title 2 California Code of Regulations secti on 571(a)(4) and 571.1(b)(3) as Lead Worker/Supervisor Premium.

9. MATRON DUTIES ASSIGNMENT

Police Records Specialists required to perform Matron duties will accrue two (2) hours of compensatory time for each incident. The request for use of compensatory time off shall be approved by the department director or designee.

10. SENIOR COMMUNITY SERVICE OFFICER ASSIGNMENT

Community Service Officers regularly assigned by the Police Chief to perform the field report writing, court liaison, check detail, property and evidence, and traffic functions shall be assigned to the classification of Senior Community Service Officer.

Assignment to the Senior Community Service Officer classification and the duration of such assignment will be at the sole discretion of the Police Chief.

11. TRAINING PAY
Effective July 1, 2025, the City will provide five percent (5%) Training Pay for the duration of the training assignment to employees in the classifications of Community Service Officer who are regularly assigned to the front desk, Public Safety Dispatcher, and Police Records Specialist when they are assigned, in writing by their manager, to train employees.
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To the extent permitted by law, Training Pay will be reported to CalPERS as special compensation per Title 2 California Code of Regulations section 571(a)(4) for “Classic” members and for “New” members per Title 2 California Code of Regulations section 571.1(b)(3) as Training Premium.

12. COMPENSATION STUDY REQUESTS
During the month of January, the Association may request on behalf of its membership up to five (5) compensation studies to be conducted by the City within 90 days of the request. Each study shall compare the highest salary step of one (1) specific Garden Grove classification with the highest normal salary step of substantially similar classifications, if they exist, in Anaheim, Buena Park, Costa Mesa, Fullerton, Huntington Beach, Irvine, Newport Beach, Orange, Santa Ana, and Westminster only.

A finding that the median salary for these ten comparator cities is more than 5% above or below the Garden Grove salary affords the Association the opportunity to request to meet and confer with the City on that particular issue only. Both parties agree that a substantially similar classification must exist in at least five of the above comparator cities to be conclusive. The Association acknowledges that any findings of variation from the market of more than 5% from the median will not automatically result in a recommended change of salary for a specific classification.

13. RECLASSIFICATION REQUESTS
Each calendar year, t he Association may request on behalf of its membership up to five (5) reclassification studies be conducted by the City within 120 days of the request.

The Association acknowledges that reclassification studies may result in a recommendation for a lower classification of a position, a higher classification of a position, or a revision of duties for a position, or a combination thereof. The Association further acknowledges that receiving assignment pay is not a basis for a reclassification.

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ARTICLE III

FRINGE BENEFITS

1. RETIREMENT PLAN
a. Retirement Formula
(1) Unit members who are regard ed as “classic members” by the Public Employees’ Pension Reform Act of 2013 (PEPRA) are covered by the 2.5% @ 55 formula (Government Code section 21354.4) or 3% @ 50 formula (Government Code section 21362.2) for the designated sworn employees in the Association (Special Officer). “Classic member” is generally any member hired before December 31, 2012 as well as any member hired after January 1, 2013 who is a later al hire from another PERS agency, public agency with reciprocity or a member who has had less than a six month break in service from his/her previous public agency employment.

(2) Unit members hired on or after January 1, 2013 who are defined as “new members” under the PEPRA, are covered by the 2% @ 62 formula (Government Code section 7522.20) or 2.7% @ 57 formula (Government Code section 7522.25(d)) for the designated sworn employees in the Association (Special Officer).

b. Employee Contributions to the Retirement System
(1) Employees subject to the 2.5%@55 Formula

These employees shall contribute eight percent (8%) as an employee retirement contribution.
(2) Employees subject to the 3%@50 Formula

These employees shall contribute twelve percent (12%) as an employee retirement contribution. The twelve percent shall be comprised of nine percent (9%) of compensation earnable as the required CalPERS member contribution and three percent (3%) of compensation earnable per Government Code section 20516(a). All 12% shall be reported as member contributions and credited to members’ accounts.
(3) Employees subject to the 2%@62 or 2.7%@57 Formulas

Per the PEPRA and Government Code section 20516.5 these employees shall contribute the statutorily mandated employee contribution rate as determined by CalPERS for the City. The City will receive the normal cost rate from CalPERS in its annual v aluation report which will also include the rate (which is in quarter of a percent increments) at which new members will be charged for their employee/member contribution. 20 -14-
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c. The City has adopted the CalPERS resolution in accordance with and as permitted by IRS Code section 414(h)(2) to ensure that the employees’ payment (i.e., “pick-up” as that term is used in section 414(h)(2)) of their employee contribution is made on a pre-tax basis.
d. The City currently contracts with PERS for the following benefits to the miscellaneous retirement plan.
(1) Section 21354.4 (2.5%@55 Full formula for local miscellaneous members).
(2) Section 20042 (Highest Year).
(3) Section 20965 (Credit for Unused Sick Leave).
(4) Section 21329 (2% Annual Cost-Of-Living Allowance Increase).

e. The City currently contracts with PERS to provide the following benefit to the Public Safety Retirement Plan to the designated sworn employees in the Association (Special Officer).
(1) Section 21362.2 (3%@50 Full formula for local sworn Public Safety members).
(2) Section 20042 (Highest Year).
(3) Section 20965 (Credit for Unused Sick Leave).
(4) Section 21329 (2% Annual Cost-Of-Living Allowance Increase). f. Pursuant to the Public Employees’ Pension Reform Act of 2013 (PEPRA) and notwithstanding any provision of any other City Council Resolution or Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between the City and Orange County Employees’ Association (OCEA) Garden Grove Chapter, OCEA Employees’ League, and unrepresented employees, any new member employee, as defined by PEPRA, who is hired on or after January 1, 2013, shall be subject to the following retirement benefits:

For Non-Safety Employees
Government Code Section 7522.20 (2%@62 retirement formula).

Government Code Section 20037 (final compensation rate used to calculate pension benefit is average of member’s highest annual pensionable compensation over a consecutive 36 month period).

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For Safety Employees
Government Code Section 7522.25(d) (2.7%@57 retirement formula).

Government Code Section 20037 (final compensation rate used to calculate pension benefit is average of member’s highest annual pensionable compensation over a consecutive 36 month period).

2. HEALTH INSURANCE
Except as provided in Section 4 of this Article, the City shall contribute on behalf of each employee and each eligible retiree, the monthly PERS statutory minimum toward the payment of premiums for health insurance under the PERS Health Insurance program.

Retiring employees and their dependents shall have available the ability to continue to participate in the PERS Health Insurance program. The eligibility of participation shall be determined by the PERS program.

3. CAFETERIA PLAN
a. The City shall make a mont hly fringe benefit contribution, as referred to in Section 4 below, to each eligible member of the unit to be used toward the cafeteria plan. These funds shall only be used for eligible plans included within the cafeteria plan. The plan includes health, dental, vision, supplemental LTD plans and cash.
b. Health Care or Dependent Care: Employees may deduct monies on an annual basis into a medical reimbursement account or a childcare account up to the maximum permitted by law.
c. All employees must enroll in one of the PERS health program plans, unless they both: (1) submit proof of health coverage, and (2) sign a health insurance waiver. Employees who fail to complete both requirements shall not be allowed to utilize their cafeteria plan contributions for any ot her eligible plans.

Employees who wish to opt out of medical coverage by the City must provide proof of minimum essential coverage (“MEC”) through another source (other than coverage in the individual market, whether or not obtained through Covered California).
d. An employee who selects the option of not enrolling (“Waiver of Coverage”) in one of the PERS plans and who meets the conditions outlined in (3-c) above shall receive $455.00 per month in cash paid out each pay period. e. Affordable Care Act: The parties agree that either party may reopen negotiations during the term of this MOU to consider the impact of the Affordable Care Act on the City, the Association and the employees it is recognized to represent. This reopener is limited to the impact of the Act and nothing else. The parties agree that neither side will be required to negotiate on any other topic, including, but not limited to compensation and benefits. No changes will be made without a mutual agreement of the parties.

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4. CITY FRINGE BENEFIT CONTRIBUTION

a. FRINGE BENEFIT CONTRIBUTIONS EFFECTIVE IN THE PAY PERIOD INCLUDING JANUARY 1, 2026:

Employee only $1,125 per month
Employee plus 1 $1 ,720 per month
Employee plus 2 or more $2,150 per month
Waiver of Coverage $4 55 per month
b. FRINGE BENEFIT CONTRIBUTIONS EFFECTIVE IN THE PAY PERIOD INCLUDING JANUARY 1, 2027:

Employee only $1 ,210 per month
Employee plus 1 $1 ,840 per month
Employee plus 2 or more $2 ,320 per month
Waiver of Coverage $455 per month

5. LIFE INSURANCE
The City will provide term life insurance benefits equal to the individual’s annual salary rounded to the next $1,000. Additional life insurance of up to five times annual salary ($500,000 maximum) may be purchased by employees at their own expense.

Coverage on employee(s) dependents is also available for purchase.

6. LONG-TERM DISABILITY
The City will provide a long-term disability insurance program which will provide up to 2/3 of base salary ($6,000 maximum) after the employee has been disabled for 90 calendar days or has used all of his accrued sick leave, whichever is longer.

7. MILEAGE REIMBURSEMENT
When an employee is authorized to use his private vehicle to perform official City business, the employee will be compensated at the allowable IRS reimbursement rate and will not be reported as taxable income. Should the IRS reimbursement rate be adjusted, the City’s rate shall be similarly adjusted, prospectively, to the new IRS rate, but only after the City has received notification of the new IRS rates.

8. ICC/AWWA CERTIFICATION
Upon prior approval of the department director, employees shall be eligible to receive reimbursement for the cost of ICC and/or AWWA test(s). Reimbursement shall only be paid for test(s) which are passed and for which a certificate is either issued or renewed.

9. CONTINUATION OF FRINGE BENEFITS
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injury, or pregnancy disability only. This time is not in addition to the time provided for under the FMLA or CFRA. Should such leave continue longer than 12 weeks, or in the case of any other type of leave of any length, the employee shall become liable for the full cost of these insurance premiums in order to continue uninterrupted coverage.

If an employee fails to return to work after his leave entitlement has been exhausted or expires, the City shall have the right to recover its share of health and dental plan premiums for the entire leave period, unless the employee does not return because of the continuation, recurrence, or onset of a serious health condition of the employee.

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ARTICLE IV

WORK SCHEDULES AND OVERTIME

1. WORK WEEK
a. 9/80
Employees shall be scheduled on the basis of a “9/80” work schedule. The regular work schedule for employees assigned to the 9/80 shall be eight (8) nine (9) hour work days and one (1) eight (8) hour work day in each bi -weekly pay period. A work period of seven consecutive calendar days shall be assigned to each employee. An employee will be scheduled to work a regular work schedule of forty hours in each work period. For all employees working a 9/80 work schedule their work week shall begin exactly four hours into their eight hour shift on the day of the week which constitutes their alternating regular day off. b. 5 /8
Some employees shall remain on a “5/8” work schedule as determined by the City. The regular work schedule for employees assigned to the 5/8 shall be ten (10) eight (8) hour work days in each bi -weekly pay period. A work period of seven consecutive calendar days shall be assigned to each employee. An employee will be scheduled to work a regular work schedule of forty hours in each work period. For all employees working a 5/8 work schedule their workweek shall begin on Saturday at 12:01 a.m. and end the following Saturday at 12:00 a.m.
c. 4 /10
Employees in the Records and Civilian Report Writers section in the Police Department shall work a “4/10” work schedule. Police employees assigned to other functions will have their work schedule determined by the Police Chief. The regular work schedule for employees assigned to the 4/10 shall be eight (8) ten (10) hour work days in each bi -weekly pay period. A work period of seven consecutive calendar days shall be assigned to each employee. An employee will be scheduled to work a regular work schedule of forty hours in each work period. For all employees working a 4/10 work schedule their workweek shall begin on Saturday at 12:01 a.m. and end the following Saturday at 12:00 a.m. Employees may be assigned to or from the 4/10 work schedule only effective at the beginning of a biweekly pay period.
d. 3/12
Public Safety Dispatchers and Communication Shift Supervisors will work a “3/12” schedule over a fourteen (14) calendar day period

2. LUNCH BREAKS AND REST PERIODS
The City will provide a 30 -minute or a one -hour lunch break, without pay, and two paid rest periods per work shift. The rest periods will be 10 minutes each for any work shift.
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A 30-minute paid meal period, when available, will be included in the work shift for Public Safety Dispatchers and Communications Shift Supervisors. This break, when available, is to be taken within the assigned work area of the Police Station and must allow response to emergency situations.

3. OVERTIME
All work performed in excess of 40 hours per week will be paid at one and one -half times the regular hourly rate or compensation time accrued at one and one-half times.

4. CALL BACK
Off-duty employees recalled to work shall receive compensation at one and one-half their regular hourly rate for a minimum of two (2) hours, but shall not receive more than two (2) hours of compensation at one and one-half for any two (2) hour period.

5. COURT PAY
Court Pay is intended to compensate employees for time spent in court during their off-duty hours. W hen employees are called to attend court, they shall receive compensation at one and one-half their regular hourly rate for a minimum of two (2) hours or the actual time spent in court if it exceeds more than two (2) hours. The actual time in court cannot be counted twice if it extends into the employee ’s duty shift. Lunch break from court shall not be considered work time and will not be compensated.

6. COURT ALERT PAY
Court alert pay is intended to compensate employees for the inconvenience of being available to testify in court during their off-duty hours due to a work-related subpoena.

An employee shall receive two (2) hours of straight time compensation for awaiting a call to court between 8:00 a.m. and 12:00 p.m. (noon) and two (2) hours of straight time compensation for awaiting a call to court after 1:00 p.m.

Employees who receive a subpoena for a time that is less than two (2) hours prior to the commencement of their duty shift or other compensated hours, will receive alert pay.

Employees who receive an afternoon subpoena shall receive no compensation if they are called off prior to the court subpoena time if it is an “on duty” day for the employee, regardless of the shift hours. Employees who receive a subpoena on their days off shall be compensated for two (2) hours standby time even if they are called off prior to the subpoena time.

Employees who receive subpoenas on their duty day and are scheduled to go off duty within one (1) hour of the end of the normal court day shall not receive court alert pay. Upon completion of their duty day, if they have not been taken off call, they shall call the court liaison officer, check the case status and notify the liaison officer that they are leaving work and where they can be located for the one (1) hour. If the court liaison officer is not available, the employee will notify the Watch Commander of his/her location for the one (1) hour.

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7. STANDBY PAY
An Animal Control Officer and/or Senior Animal Control Officer may be assigned to be on standby during their normal work schedule, from the end of their shift to beginning of the next employee’s shift.

An employee assigned to standby shall be paid one (1) hour of straight time for evenings assigned on standby.

8. OVERTIME ACCRUAL
At the discretion of the departm ent director, an employee may be allowed to accrue at the overtime rate, up to a maximum of two hundred (200) hours of compensatory time in lieu of cash payment in any one calendar year. Should the accrual exceed 200 hours at any time, the excess will be paid in cash during the payroll period in which it is accrued. At the end of each calendar year, any hours in excess of fifty (50) will be paid out in cash on the last payday in December.

Any “In lieu” holiday hours or Personal Leave holiday hours shall be in excess of this limit. The request for use of compensatory time off shall be approved by the department director or designee.

Employees may “cash out” accrued comp time anytime during the year.

9. WORK DAYS – CHRISTMAS TO NEW YEARS
The majority of City facilities will be closed on the work days between Christmas and New Year’s Day. Employees will be required to use holiday, vacation, compensatory time or leave without pay during this period.

10. WORK SCHEDULES DETERMINATION
Notwithstanding any other provision in this MOU, the City reserves the exclusive right to determine unilaterally, such issues relating to work schedules and alternative work schedules (e.g., 9/80, 4/10, 3/12 Plans, and Christmas/New Year ’s work week) as start times, scheduling and assignments to such schedules.

11. ABSENCE FROM WORK
Employees are required to use all reasonable efforts to schedule all non -work related activities, such as routine medical, dental, or other health-related appointments, auto repair and any other type of appointments that may otherwise necessitate the employee’s absence from work, for their regularly scheduled days off.

12. SHIFT SELECTION PROCESS FOR CIVILIAN WORK UNITS IN THE POLICE DEPARTMENT Managers responsible for the operation of civilian units in the Police Department that require shift assignments (Records, Communications, and Civilian Report Writers) will design a shift schedule. Shift schedules are six months in duration. Prior to each shift change, each employee assigned to that unit will be asked to submit a “dream sheet” indicating his first and second preferences of the available shifts and days off. The respective unit managers and supervisors will assign shifts and days off taking into consideration, as one factor, the employee’ s preferences and p revious shift 27 -21-
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assignments. No particular shift or days off are guaranteed. The unit manager will retain final scheduling authority.

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ARTICLE V

LEAVE POLICY

1. VACATION LEAVE
a. Accrual
Employees shall accrue vacation as follows:

80 hours upon completion of one (1) year of full time service.

120 hours (ten (10) hours per month) for employees who have completed one (1) year of service through completion of four (4) years of service – with a maximum vacation accrual of 240 hours.

132 hours (eleven (11) hours per month) for employees who have completed four (4) years of service through completion of nine (9) years of service – with a maximum vacation accrual of 264 hours
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144 hours (twelve (12) hours per month) for employees who have completed nine (9) years of service through completion of eleven (11) years of service – with a maximum vacation accrual of 288 hours.

156 hours (thirteen (13) hours per month) for employees who have completed eleven (11) years of service through completion of fourteen (14) years of service – with a maximum vacation accrual of 312 hours.

168 hours (fourteen (14) hours per month) for employees who have completed fourteen (14) years of service through completion of sixteen (16) years of service – with a maximum vacation accrual of 336 hours.

186 hours (fifteen and one-half (15.5) hours per month) for employees who have completed sixteen (16) years of service through completion of nineteen (19) years of service – with a maximum vacation accrual of 372 hours .

207 hours (seventeen and one-quarter (17.25) hours per month) for employees who have completed nineteen (19) years of service through completion of twenty- four (24) years of service – with a maximum vacation accrual of 414 hours.

246 hours (twenty and one-half (20.5) hours per month) for employees who have completed twenty-four (24) years of service – with a maximum vacation accrual of 492 hours.

If for some specific reason an employee wishes to accrue vacation leave in excess of the limits establishe d herein, he or she must submit a request in writing to his/her department listing these reasons. The department director and City Manager shall review and may grant such request if it is in the best interest of the City. The excess of the limit shall be determined by the department director and the City Manager.
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b. Effects of Holiday on Vacation Leave
In the event one or more authorized municipal holidays fall within a vacation leave, such holidays shall not be charged as vacation leave, and the vacation will be extended accordingly.
c. Effect of Leave of Absence on Accrual of Vacation Leave The granting of any leave of absence without pay exceeding fifteen (15) consecutive calendar days shall cause the employee ’s annual vacation earned during the calendar year to be reduced proportionately for each month or major portion of a month that the employee is on leave of absence without pay. d. Compensation for City Work During Vacation Prohibited Police Department employees required to be available to testify in court during their approved vacation leave shall be eligible for Court Alert Pay as defined in Article IV-6. No other employee shall be permitted to work for compensation for the City in any capacity during the time of his paid vacation leave from City service. e. Vacation Pay at Separation
Any employee separating from the City service who has accrued vacation leave shall receive a cash out of all accrued vacation leave hours at his base salary hourly rate. When separation is caused by death of an employee, payment shall be made to the estate of such employee or, in applicable cases, as provided by the Probate Code of the State.
f. Vacation Buy-Back

Employees may elect to convert unused vacation leave hours at their base salary hourly rate of pay into cash, provided that they retain after such conversion , at least eighty (80) hours of unused vacation leave hours.

By December 15 of each year, an employee may make an irrevocable election to cash out accrued vacation leave which will be earned in the following calendar year at the employee’s base rate of pay. In the following year, the employee can receive the cash for the vacation leave he/she irrevocably elected to cash out in two (2) separate increments. However, at the time of either cash out the employee must have at least eighty (80) hours of accrued vacation on the books.

In addition to the above, an employee who has an “unforeseen emergency” (defined as an unanticipated emergency that is caused by an event beyond the control of the employee and that would result in severe financial hardship to the employee if early withdrawal were not permitted) shall be entitled to make a request to the Director of Human Resources for a payoff of accrued vacation leave. The amoun t of vacation leave which may be paid off is limited to the amount necessary to meet the emergency.

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to January 1 of the year the employee has elected to cash out vacation leave.

This is to ensure that assuming an employee had a vacation leave balance prior to January 1, the vacation leave used will not result in a reduction in the amount of vacation leave the employee will be eligible to cash out.

If, during the year when an employee has made an irrevocable election to cash out vacation leave, he/she was on leave without pay and did not earn the vacation leave expected, the employee will still be able to cash out the vacation leave the employee did earn even if reduced by the leave without pay.

2. HOLIDAYS
a. Authorized Holidays
Every full-time regular employee on a 9/80 work schedule shall be entitled up to nine (9) hours pay for the following holidays each calendar year unless noted and such other days or portions of days as may be designated by action of the City Council:
* January 1st (New Year’s Day)
Third Monday of January (Martin Luther King Jr. Day)
Third Monday of February (President's Day)
Last Monday of May (Memorial Day)
** July 4th (Independence Day)
First Monday in September (Labor Day)
** November 11th (Veteran’s Day)
Fourth Thursday in November (Thanksgiving Day)
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*
Day after Thanksgiving (8 hour day)
December 25th (Christmas Day)
* Two (2) work days - the week between Christmas Eve and New Year's Two (2) Floating holidays
* The specific day that City employees will observe or assigned as Floating holiday will be designated by the City Manager six (6) months prior to actual observation.
** When July 4th or Veteran’s Day fall on a closed Friday, Saturday, or Sunday, the holiday shall be designated a s a floating holiday (9 -hour day) for that calendar year.
*** The Day after Thanksgiving holiday shall be taken on the day after Thanksgiving except when it falls on a closed Friday, in which case the City shall select an “in lieu” holiday during the week between Christmas and New Year’s Day for eight (8) hours.

The request for use of floating holidays shall be approved by the department director or designee each year. All holidays must be used by December 31 st of
each year.

The above-listed holidays for employees on a "5/8" work schedule shall be eight (8) hour days, including any "In lieu" holidays. Those employees shall also receive the Friday after Thanksgiving as a paid holiday.
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b. Authorized Holidays - Other Work Schedules
Full-time employees on a 4/10 or 3/12 work schedule shall be entitled to receive 126 hours of holiday pay each calendar year to be used on the following days:
* January 1st (New Year's Day)
Third Monday of January (Martin Luther King Jr. Day)
Third Monday of February (President's Day)
Last Monday of May (Memorial Day)
** July 4th (Independence Day)
First Monday in September (Labor Day)
** November 11th (Veteran’s Day)
Fourth Thursday in November (Thanksgiving Day)
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*
Day after Thanksgiving (8 hour day)
December 25th (Christmas Day)
* One (1) Personal Leave Day
Two (2) Floating holidays

Employees on the 3/12 work schedule will be required to cover the additional two (2) hours with other personal leave time.

The request for use of floating holidays shall be approved by the department director or designee each year. All holidays must be used by December 31 st of each year.
c. Procedure if Holiday Falls on Regular Day Off
When a holiday falls on a regular day off, said employees shall be entitled to equivalent time off in lieu of the holiday. Determination of when such time off may be taken shall be made by mutual agreement.
d. Employees Required to Work on Holiday
Any employee whose work schedule and assignment of duties require him or her to work on an authorized holiday shall receive additional compensation, either time off or pay, for such work at time and one-half the rate at which he/she is employed.

Determination of when such time off may be taken shall be made by mutual agreement. For purposes of this section, "authorized" holiday is defined as the actual calendar date of the holiday and not necessarily the date the holiday is observed by the City. The Personal Leave holiday shall not be considered an authorized holiday for the purpose of this paragraph only. e. Eligibility for Holiday Pay
An employee must work or be on paid leave status or regularly scheduled day off on both the work day prior to and work day following an authorized holiday in order to be eligible for holiday pay. The only exception is between the Christmas- New Year's period, for those employees whose City office is closed , when an employee may take leave without pay and not lose eligibility for those holidays.

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and/or after an authorized holiday, the department director may, where he or she has reason to believe the employee is abusing sick leave, require a doctor's certificate or other satisfactory proof of illness before holiday pay is granted.

3. SICK LEAVE
a. Accrual of Sick Leave
Every full-time regular employee shall be allowed eight (8) hours sick leave with pay for each calendar month of actual continuous service dating from the first of the month nearest the commencement of said service. Such accruals shall be cumulative.
b. Family Sick Leave
Up to forty-eight (48) hours of annual accrued sick leave may be permitted to be used in any calendar year for family sick leave. Family sick leave is permitted to be used for an employee's spouse, registered domestic partner, children, sibling, parent, grandparent, or grandchild who may/may not live in the employee's household, but who require the employee's presence for the purpose of receiving medical care, shall qualify for family sick leave benefit; or, to the extent an employee is required to care for a below school -age child, or a dependent child below ten years of age in the case of school holidays or school breaks, where the spouse who customarily and on a daily basis is that child's primary caretaker, is medically disabled from performing that function.
c. Proof of Illness
The Human Resources Director may require a certificate issued by a licensed physician or other satisfactory proof of illness for the use of sick leave equal to four (4) or more working days. Such certificate must document that the employee was treated by a licensed physician on the day or a day of the absence and that he or she was required to be off work for the entire period of the absence. d. Effect of Leave of Absence on Sick Leave Accrual
The granting of any leave of absence without pay exceeding fifteen (15) consecutive calendar days shall cause the employee's normal rate of sick leave accumulation to be extended by the number of calendar days for which such leave of absence has been granted less the first fifteen (15) calendar days of such leave.
e. Annual Sell Back
Once every fiscal year during the month of July, an employee who has accumulated 240 unused sick leave hours shall be eligible to sell back to the City one-half of his annual accrued but unused sick leave hours in excess of 240 hours, at the rate of $.70 on the dollar based upon the hourly rate of pay in effect as of June 30
th. The remaining one-half of annual accrued but unused sick leave hours will remain in the employee's bank of accumulated sick leave. The employee may instead convert the equivalent amount of hours, after the $.70 on the dollar conversion, to vacation hours. (See Exhibit C.)
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f. Pay Off at Retirement
At the time of an employee's service or disability retirement, the City shall pay to the employee an amount equal to 50% of his/her total accumulated but unused sick leave hours up to a maximum of 1,000 hours accumulated but unused sick leave. Any remaining accumulated but unused sick leave hours will be used toward the extension of his service period under the PERS retirement system , subject to Government Code Section 20965. (See Exhibit C.) At the written request of the employee, 100% of the accumulated but unused sick leave hours may be used toward the extension of his service period under Government Code Section 20965 and no payout will occur.

4. ON-THE-JOB INJURY LEAVE
a. Workers' Compensation Leave
Employees compelled to be absent from duty on account of injury or illness arising out of and in the course of employment shall receive a paid leave of absence for work time lost, but not to exceed the first three (3) calendar days. b. Temporary Disability
(1) If an employee is eligible to receive temporary disability payments under the California Workers' Compensation Law, the City shall apply his /her accumulated unused sick leave in a prorated amount equal to the difference between his regular salary and the temporary disability payment.
(2) The employee, under such system, shall be entitled to receive a cumulative total of up to six (6) months supplemental compensation for absences following and related to the occurrence of a specific injury regardless of his initial unused accrued sick leave balance. This supplemental compensation shall cease at the end of the cumulative six (6) months, regardless of whether there is any remaining accumulated but unused sick leave balance. At that time, the employee may still be eligible for temporary disability payments under the Workers' Compensation Law. c. Accrual of Leave Benefits
Any regular employee shall continue to accrue vacation, holidays and sick leave and to earn eligibility for consideration for merit salary increases during an absence resulting from an on -the-job injury, providing he or she receives compensation payments under the provisions of the California Workers' Compensation Law. A probationary employee shall be entitled to the same benefits as a regular employee except he or she shall not continue to earn eligibility for consideration for merit salary increases.
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5. BEREAVEMENT LEAVE
Whenever any employee in the unit is compelled to be absent from duty by reason of death or critical illness where death appears imminent, of members of the employee's extended family (father, mother, brother, sister, spouse, children, mother- in-law, father-in-law, step-parent, grandmother, grandfather, grandchildren, legal guardian or ward), such person shall be entitled to a one-time per family member leave of absence with pay, for up to five (5) working days. Bereavement shall be taken within thirteen (13) months.

6. MILITARY LEAVE
Military leave with pay shall be granted in accordance with provisions of State and Federal law. An employee entitled to military leave shall give his department director an opportunity within the limits of military regulations to determine when suc h leave shall be taken. The employee shall immediately notify his supervisor upon receipt of military orders and present a copy of the orders to his department director prior to taking such leave. The department director shall in turn advise the Human Resources Director of such military orders.

7. NON-INDUSTRIAL DISABILITY LEAVE
An employee who is temporarily incapable of performing the full range of duties of his position due to illness, injury, or pregnancy disability must provide a medical certificate from his/her treating physician certifying that the medical leave is necessary and the employee is unable to perform his/her job duties, specific limitations/restrictions, the beginning date and anticipated ending date of such limitations/restrictions. Should the employee need to take a leave of absence due to such disability, he or she must use all accrued paid leave prior to requesting leave without pay, provided that the use of sick leave in the case of pregnancy disability is optional to the employee prior to use of leave without pay. A medical certificate from the employee's treating physician stating the requirement for leave and anticipated length of leave must be submitted to the Human Resources Director prior to authorization for such leave. Upon re turn to work from a disability leave, a medical certificate with specific comment on limitations/restrictions (or lack of such) must be submitted to the Human Resources Director.

8. JURY DUTY
a. An employee called for jury duty shall as soon as practicable notify his department director of the required duty dates upon receipt of such notice. Employees serving on jury duty in courts which have established a "call-in" system are requested to use this "call-in" process.
b. An employee will not be paid additional salary on days he or she is required to be in attendance at court for jury duty on an observed City holiday. For any regular work day or part of regular work day that an employee is not required to be in court, he or she shall report to the City for duty. Employees must account to their department director for any time off due to illness or any other reason(s) while on jury duty.
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she remits to the City his compensation for such jury duty and submits written documentation of attendance at court. If he or she does not remit this compensation and submit certified documentation of attendance, he or she shall be paid only for the time he or she actually worked in his or her City position.

Notification of requirement to serve on jury duty and intent to remit compensation for such shall be made in writing to the employee's department director prior to such service.

9. TIME OFF FOR EXAMINATIONS
All employees shall be entitled to necessary time off with pay for the purpose of taking qualifying or promotional examinations pertaining to positions in the competitive service of the City.

10. LEAVE OF ABSENCE WITHOUT PAY
a. General Policy
Any employee may be granted a leave of absence without pay upon the approval of the Human Resources Director pursuant to the recommendation of his department head. A leave without pay may be granted for any of the following reasons:
(1) Illness or disability
(2) Pregnancy
(3) To take a course of study which will increase the employee's usefulness on return to his position in the City service
(4) For personal reasons acceptable to the Human Resources Director and department head.
b. Authorization Procedure
Requests for leave of absence without pay shall be made upon forms prescribed by the Human Resources Director and shall state specifically the reason for the request, the date when it is desired to begin the leave and the probable date of return. The request shall normally be initiated by the employee but may be initiated by his department head. The department head’s written recommendation (that it be granted, modified or denied) shall be promptly transmitted to the Human Resources Director. The Human Resources Director shall then make his determination in writing. A copy of any approved request for leave of absence without pay shall be delivered promptly to the Finance Director. c. Length of Leave and Extension
A leave of absence without pay may be made for a period not to exceed one year provided that the City Manager may extend such leave for an additional period up to one year. Procedure in granting extensions shall be the same as that in granting the original leave provided that the request for extension is made not later than fourteen (14) calendar days prior to the expiration of the original leave.

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d. Return from Leave
When an employee intends to return from an authorized leave of absence without pay either before or upon the expiration of such leave, he or she shall contact his/her department director at least fourteen (14) calendar days prior to the day he/she plans to return. The department director shall promptly notify the Human Resources Director of the employee's intention.
e. Leave Without Pay
An employee shall utilize all his/her vacation and/or compensatory time off prior to taking an authorized leave of absence without pay.

11. ABSENCE WITHOUT LEAVE
a. Advance Notice
Whenever possible an employee shall notify his or her department director or immediate supervisor in advance of the date he or she expects to be absent from duty and the reasons for such absence.
b. Notification on Day of Absence
Any employee who is absent from duty shall report the reason for such absence to his department director or immediate supervisor within 30 minutes after the start of his normal work shift, except where uncontrollable circumstances prevent the employee from calling within that time frame. In that event, the employee shall give such notice as soon as practicable.

Police Department employees shall report to the Watch Commander at least one hour prior to the beginning of their assigned work shift. c. Failure to Provide Notice
An employee who is absent without notice may be considered to have abandoned his position and therefore may be terminated from City service.

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ARTICLE VI

EQUIPMENT AND SAFETY

1. STEEL-TOED SAFETY SHOES
Any employee represented by the Association who is required to regularly wear steel- toed safety shoes shall be entitled to a reimbursement of up to two hundred forty dollars ($240) per fiscal year for the purchase or repair of approved shoes, socks, insoles, and laces, upon presentation of receipt of such purchase/repair.

2. SAFETY COMMITTEE
The City will authorize one representative of the Association to be a member of the Citywide Safety Committee.

3. UNIFORMS
Employees may be required to wear uniforms issued by the City if so determined by their respective department director(s). The City will replace uniforms due to normal wear.

The cost of uniforms shall not constitute compensation for purposes of the regular rate calculation under the Fair Labor Standard Act. This policy shall remain in effect unless a change is dictated by applicable law.

The City shall report to CalPERS the monetary value of uniforms an d uniform maintenance for “Classic” employees required to wear uniforms. The monetary value by classification is listed in Exhibit “D”, entitled “UNIFORM ALLOWANCE.” This applies only to “Classic” members, not new members per Title 2 California Code of Regulations section 571(a)(5) as defined by the Public Employees’ Pension Reform Act of 2013.

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ARTICLE VII

WORKING CONDITIONS

1. EMPLOYMENT MEDICAL AND/OR PHYSICAL EXAMINATION
Any employee in the competitive service may be required to take and pass a medical, physical and/or psychological examination whenever, in the judgment of the appointing authority, it would be in the best interest of the City to make such a requirement. Employees who, in the opinion of the medical examiner, are physically incapable of meeting the normal requirements of their positions may be assigned to a class for which they are suitable. All employment examinations required by the City shall be conducted at City expense.

2. TRAINING
For on -the-job training purposes, the City may assign an employee to a higher classification in order to learn the duties of that classification. The individual employee will be made aware of the program to be carried out and the training period will not continue for more than six months. The individual assigned will continue to receive compensation at the rate to which he or she is assigned in his regular position while in the training capacity. Selection of the individual will be from a list of volunteers based on job performance experiences and related factors.

3. PROMOTIONAL POLICY
Where qualified candidates exist, it shall continue to be the City's policy to encourage promotion from within to the fullest extent of the law.

4. OUTSIDE EMPLOYMENT
An employee shall not engage in any e mployment, activity or enterprise which is inconsistent, incompatible or in conflict with his duties, functions or responsibilities as a City employee, nor shall he or she engage in any outside business or employment activity which will directly or indirectly contribute to the lessening of his effectiveness as a City employee.

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ARTICLE VIII

GRIEVANCE, DISCIPLINE, LAYOFF, AND PROBATIONARY PERIOD

1. GRIEVANCE PROCEDURE
The parties agree that the grievance procedure contained in Resolution No. 4066-71 as amended shall be binding upon the parties and is incorporated herein by reference.

2. DISCIPLINARY NOTICE PROCEDURE
The City will follow notice and procedures required by law prior to implementing disciplinary proceedings.

3. DISCIPLINARY APPEAL
The City will follow the appeal procedure contained in the Garden Grove Municipal Code Section 2.44.390.

The appeals procedure set forth in Garden Grove Municipal Code Section 2.44.390 ("Appeals Procedure") shall not be available for disciplines of less than a full day ; provided, however, that in the event a discipline of a day or more is issued as part of progressive discipline, and such level of progressive discipline relies on a previous incident for which the Appeals Procedure was not available ("Previous Incident"), the employee may raise the propriety of the Previous Incident, but only as part of the determination of the propriety of the discipline of a day or more, and only if the employee, on a timely basis, exhausted the administrative remedies available to them in the Grievance Procedure for the Previous Incident.

4. LAYOFF PROCESS
Determination of need for layoff will be made by the City. Classifications to be affected will be determined by the City and number involved.

City Code Section 2.44.400 states, "Senior ity and competency shall be observed in effecting a reduction in personnel. Layoff shall be made within classes of positions for layoff purposes, competency shall be determined by the head of the department." The layoff process shall be utilized on a departmental basis.

Step 1
Within the classification, employees will be ranked by seniority and ranked by competency in classification. After six months employee carries seniority in the new position with him or her into the new classification. Seniority is computed from date of probationary appointment to full-time position, whether City or federally funded.

Step 2
The department director will determine, based on official personnel records and/or qualified testing procedures, where applicable, the individual selected for layoff in the classification. The department director will utilize a combination of the seniority and competency of the individual in making this determination. The Human Resources Director will confer with the Employees' Association if qualified testing is to take place. 40 -34-
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Step 3
An individual laid off from a particular classification may "bump" into a classification for which he or she is qualified (qualification is presumed where the person has held the position previously with the City or where a lower position is in a normal line of promotion). After an employee is informed of an impending layoff or "bump down", he or she must inform the Human Resources Director within five working days of his/her intent to take the option of the layoff or the "bump down".

Step 4
The process will be repeated at the next classification level where an employee bumps in and creates an overage in that classification.

Step 5
When the "bump down" reaches the lowest classification in the series, determination for layoff will be made by seniority only.

5. SENIORITY
Seniority is defined as the length of continuous paid employment with the City.

Seniority shall be retained but shall not accrue during periods of leave without pay.

6. PROBATIONARY PERIOD
a. Initial Probationary Period
Every person receiving an appointment to the competitive service shall be required to serve a probationary period of twelve (12) months, commencing on the date of appointment.
b. Probationary Period Following Promotion
(1) Regular Employee: A regular employee who is promoted shall serve a probationary period of six (6) months in the new position to which he or she has been promoted commencing on the date of such promotion. This probationary period may be extended for up to an additional six (6) month period, upon action of the department director.
(2) Probationary Employee: A probationary employee who is promoted to a position in a class with a higher salary range shall complete the probationary period of six (6) months required of employees with regular status who have been promoted. This probationary period may be extended for up to an additional six (6) month period, upon action of the department director.
(3) When a department manager reasonably concludes that an employee's six (6) month probationary period is insufficient to allow the manager to evaluate the performance of the employee, the department manager may recommend in writing to the department director that the probationary period be extended for up to a six (6) month period. The department director shall have exclusive authority over any such extension. In the event the probationary period is so extended, the affected employee shall have an opportunity to discuss the extension with his /her department director. During the extension period the emp loyee shall remain in 41 -35-
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probationary status, unless the department director removes the employee from probationary status prior to the end of the extended probationary period.

If the department director wishes to extend a probationary period, he or she shall so notify the affected employee in writing before the end of the original six (6) month probationary period.
c. Police Department Positions
Notwithstanding the probationary time periods set forth above, the classifications of Communications Shift Supervisor, Senior Community Services Officer, Community Services Officer, Police Records Shift Supervisor, Police Records Specialist and Special Officer shall serve a probationary period of twelve (12) months, commencing on the date of appointment, for both initial appointments and promotional appointments. Public Safety Dispatchers shall serve a probation period of eighteen (18) months commencing on the date of appointment, for both initial appointments and promotional appointments. d. Housing Specialist Positions
Notwithstanding the probationary time periods set forth above, the classification of Housing Specialist shall serve a probationary period of twelve (12) months, commencing on the date of appointment, for both initial appointments and promotional appointments.

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ARTICLE IX

GENERAL PROVISIONS

1. SAVING CLAUSE
If any provision of this Agreement or the application of such provisions to any person or circumstances be ruled contrary to law, by any Federal or State court, or duly authorized agency, the remainder of this Agreement will remain in full force and effect.

2. FULL UNDERSTANDING, MODIFICATIONS, WAIVER
It is intended that this Agreement sets forth the full and entire understanding of the parties regarding the matters set forth herein, and any other prior or existing understanding or agreements by the parties, whether formal or informal, regarding any such matters are hereby superseded or terminated in their entirety.

Except as specifically provided herein, it is agreed and understood that each party hereto voluntarily and unqualifiedly waives its right, and agrees that the other shall not be required, to negotiate with respect to any subject or matter covered herein during the term of this Agreement.

Any agreement, alteration, understanding, variation, waiver, or modification of any of the terms or provisions contained herein shall not be binding upon the parties hereto unless made and executed in writing by all parties hereto, and if required, approved and implemented by the City Council.

The waiver of any breach, term or condition of this Agreement by either party shall not constitute a precedent in the future enforcement of all its terms and provisions.

Copies of the following documents are incorporated herein by reference:
a. Meyers-Milias-Brown Act
b. City Council Resolution No. 4066-71 as amended -- Employee Relations Resolution c. Chapter 2.44 of the Garden Grove Municipal Code, revised, entitled " Human Resources”

3. LABOR/MANAGEMENT COMMITTEE

The City and the Association hereby agree to create a committee composed of an equal number of members from management and labor to meet and confer on issues of contract interpretation and implementation on a quarterly basis when and if requested by the Association President. This committee shall not consider substantive modifications to the wages, hours, terms and conditions of employment already specifically outlined herein.
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Dated July 1, 2025:

FOR THE CITY OF GARDEN GROVE:

____________________________
JANY H. LEE
Human Resources Director

FOR THE GARDEN GROVE CHAPTER OF

THE ORANGE COUNTY EMPLOYEES
ASSOCIATION:

____________________________

DANA MARIE SAUCEDO
President

____________________________

KERENSA SCHUPMANN
Senior Labor Relations Representative

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EXHIBIT A

REPRESENTED CLASSIFICATIONS/SALARY RANGE

GARDEN GROVE EMPLOYEES’ ASSOCIATION

Represented Classification Salary Range

Account Specialist (*Payroll) E 112
Accountant E 160
Accounting Technician (*Payroll) E 152
Administrative Aide (*Human Resources) E 135
Animal Control Officer E 153
Assistant Buyer E 134
Assistant Community Services Supervisor E 150
Assistant Engineer E 175
Assistant Planner E 150
Associate Engineer E 195
Associate Planner E 161

Building Inspector E 160
Business Tax Inspector E 143
Buyer E 154

Cable Production Coordinator E 150
Clerical Assistant (*Human Resources) E 108
Code Enforcement Officer E 153
Communications Shift Supervisor E 160
Community Services Coordinator E 130
Community Service Officer (*Prof Standards) E 131
Construction Inspector E 161

Department Secretary* E 143

Economic Development Specialist E 150
Eligibility Technician E 128
Employment Specialist E 125
Engineering Technician E 149
Environmental Services Specialist E 143

GIS Coordinator E 174
Graphics Designer E 135
Graphics Assistant E 115

Housing Assistant E 135
Housing Specialist E 140

Information Technology Programmer E 179
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Represented Classification Salary Range

Information Technology Technician* E 149
Insurance Program Coordinator E 150

Network Administrator E 179

Office Assistant (*Human Resources) E 113

Permit Technician E 140
Plan Check Engineer E 190
Planner E 174
Plans Examiner E 160
Police Records Shift Supervisor E 140
Police Records Specialist E 125
Principal Account Specialist (*Payroll) E 132
Principal Engineering Technician E 169
Principal Office Assistant (*Human Resources) E 133
Program Specialist E 160
Public Safety Dispatcher E 150
Public Works Technician E 145

Real Property Agent E 162
Reprographics Equipment Operator E 109

Senior Account Specialist (*Payroll) E 122
Senior Accountant E 171
Senior Administrative Aide (*Human Resources) E 150
Senior Animal Control Officer E 164
Senior Building Inspector E 170
Senior Code Enforcement Officer E 160
Senior Community Service Officer E 136
Senior Economic Development Specialist E 162
Senior Employment Specialist E 135
Senior Engineering Technician E 159
Senior Fire Protection Specialist E 171
Senior Housing Specialist E 150
Senior Information Technology Technician* E 159
Senior Office Assistant (*Human Resources) E 123
Senior Recreation Specialist E 101
Senior Repro Equipment Operator E 135
Senior Water Quality Technician E 165
Senior Word Processing Operator E 123
Special Officer E 157
Stock Clerk E 112
Storekeeper E 135

Water Quality Technician E 150
Webmaster* E 174
Word Processing Operator E 113

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Note: * The above classifications are designated confidential employees for the purposes of the Meyers-Milias-Brown Act.

Such confidential employees may not disclose confidential personnel or financial information or information pertinent to labor negotiations obtained as a result of their position with the City to any members or representatives of OCEA.

Further, such emplo yees will be required to sign Confidentiality Agreements requiring them to maintain the confidentiality of any such information. Finally, such employees will be subject to termination (with a right of appeal only as to the facts supporting the decision to
terminate) for any violation of their
Confidentiality Agreements.

Such employees will not serve on the Garden Grove Employee s Association Board.
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EXHIBIT B

TUITION REIMBURSEMENT PROGRAM

1. ELIGIBILITY
All employees who have passed their initial probationary period are eligible to receive tuition reimbursement. Courses must commence after passing the initial probationary period.

2. COURSE ELIGIBILITY
Courses must be in excess of the educational standards for the position. An example of this would be job-related college or university courses when the specification for the classification calls for high school graduation.

Courses must be taken at colleges or universities accredited by one of the six regional accreditation bodies for the United States (as approved by the Department of Education), including the Western Association of Schools and Colleges, the Northwest Association of Colleges and Universities, the Middle States Commission on Higher Education, the New England Association of Schools and Col leges, the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools, and the Southern Association of Schools and Colleges. Credits given for non -classroom assignments such as life experiences, military training, and professional training are not reimbursable. While on-line courses from accredited institutions are acceptable, correspondence courses are not eligible for reimbursement.

Coursework must be related to the employee's current occupation or to a City classification to which the employee may reasonably expect promotion.

No coursework beyond the Master's Degree level or any law school coursework is eligible for reimbursement.

Each course must be identified as to whether it is a core course or a recommended elective for the approved major.

Courses that duplicate previously taken courses are not eligible.

Courses are required for the completion of the pre -approved job-related major. An example would be general education or elective requirements to the major as stated in the college/universit y catalog. Remedial courses or those taken as required for non-approval major shall not be eligible.

Employees who currently have a Bachelor's/Master's degree may be authorized to take an undergraduate/graduate course in a specialized field directly relat ed to the duties of their classification.

Courses are not taken on City time and must be certified that they are taken on the employee's off-duty time.

Courses must be approved by the Department Director and the Human Resources Department before commencement of the class.
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3. REIMBURSABLE EXPENSES
The City shall reimburse employees for tuition, registration fees and texts/materials and lab fees required for the eligible courses. Expenses for parking, travel, meals, non-course fees (e.g., student association fees, insurance fees), processing fees, transcript fees, materials and any other costs are not reimbursable.

Employees shall be reimbursed up to the dollar amount charged for the same number of units per term by the California State University system with a maximum of $3,000 per fiscal year, effective July 1, 2015, for courses completed durin g that particular fiscal year. The difference between the City's maximum reimbursement during any fiscal year and the amount of any actual reimbursement received by the e mployee during that fiscal year shall not be carried over or be available for use by the employee in any subsequent fiscal year.

Funds received from any outside sources for the same purpose, such as a scholarship, grant or Veteran's Educational Benefits, m ust be applied toward the cost of the tuition/fees before the City's tuition reimbursement plan shall apply.

Reimbursement shall be made upon completion of the course with a minimum final grade of "C" or its equivalent, i.e., a pass in a pass/fail course w ill be considered equivalent to a "C." Graduate level courses require a minimum grade of "B" for reimbursement. No reimbursement shall be made for audited or incomplete courses.

Employees must submit from the attendant institution a bona fide certification of fees paid and grade achieved in order to have their application considered for reimbursement. These documents must accompany the reimbursement application form in order to be processed.

Application for reimbursement must be submitted within three months of the completion of the approved course in order to be considered for reimbursement.

Upon separation from employment, employees shall be required to reimburse the City for any funds received under this program for courses completed during the last 12 months of employment. This payback provision does not apply to employees who are laid off by the City.

The tuition reimbursement may be a taxable benefit depending upon the provisions of the Internal Revenue Code. The individual employee will be respons ible for any tax liability.

4. EDUCATIONAL INCENTIVE PROGRAM
The Education Incentive Program is being phased out and is only available to qualified employees receiving this benefit before January 1, 1999. 1) QUALIFICATION - College Units
In order to be eligible to receive the flat-rate incentive bonus of $50 per month, the employee must satisfactorily complete fifteen (15) semester or equivalent units of career -oriented, college level course work. Satisfactory completion means receiving a grade of "C" or better if course is graded, or "Credit" if no grade is given. These units must have been completed while employed with the 49 -43-
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City in a classification represented by this unit, must have been taken on the employee's off-duty time and at his own expe nse, and must be approved by Human Resources. Three (3) of the fifteen (15) units must have been earned during the two (2) year period preceding qualification. Units will be approved if they meet the following guidelines: (1) are directly related to the emp loyee's position or normal promotional career opportunities within the City, as determined by the Human Resources Department; or (2) are creditable toward a college degree from an accredited college or university. Without prior approval, no guarantee can be given that course work will be accepted.

The date of initial qualification of this incentive bonus pay shall be the date which proof of completion of fifteen (15) units is submitted to Human Resources .

Compensation of this bonus shall begin at the beginning of the pay period in which proof of qualification is submitted. Forms for application of qualification shall be provided by the Human Resources Department and must be completed by the employee and submitted to Human Resources with proof of qualification.

A grade card, transcript, or appropriate form signed by the instructor shall serve as proof of qualification. Qualification shall continue for a two (2) year period from the date of initial qualification.
2) CONTINUATION OF QUALIFICATION
In order to maintain qualification of this incentive bonus pay, the employee must recertify every two (2) years by satisfactorily completing three (3) career-oriented semester or equivalent units prior to the conclusion of the two (2) year qualification period. Satisf actory completion means receiving a grade of "C" or better if course is graded, or "Credit" if no grade is given. These units must be approved by the Human Resources Department and completed on the employee's off-duty time and at his own expense. Units will be approved if they meet the following guidelines: (1) are directly related to the employee's position, as determined by the Human Resources Department ; or (2) are creditable toward a college degree from an accredited college or university. Without p rior approval, no guarantee can be given that course work will be accepted for continuation of qualification in this program. Proof of completion of approved course work must be submitted to the Human Resources Department prior to the conclusion of the tw o (2) year qualification period in order to maintain uninterrupted payment of this incentive bonus pay. Forms for application of qualification for continuation of this bonus pay shall be provided by the Human Resources Department and must be completed by the employee and submitted to the Human Resources Department with proof of qualification. A grade card, transcript, or appropriate form signed by the instructor shall serve as proof of qualification. A new two (2) year qualification period will begin from the date of completion of the course used for continuation of qualification.

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3) REQUALIFICATION
For requalification of eligibility to receive the incentive bonus pay, the employee must complete the requirements as described under "Continuation of Qualification". Requalification and compensation under this incentive bonus pay program will start at the beginning of the pay period in which proof of such requalification is received by the Human Resources Department . This requalification will begin a new two (2) year qualification period. 4) QUALIFICATION - College Degree
An employee may qualify for the flat-rate incentive bonus of $50 per month if he or she has obtained a college degree from an accredited college or university in a field directly related to his /her current position at a level higher than that required of his /her current position. By way of example, qualification will be approved if the employee's position requires a high school diploma and he or she obtains an Associate of Arts (AA) or Associate of Science (AS) degree; or obtains a Bachelor of Arts (BA) or Bachelor of Science (BS) when his/her position requires an AA/AS; or obtains a Master of Arts (MA) or Master of Science (MS) when his/her position requires a BA/BS.

A diploma or official transcript shall serve as proof of qualification. The date of initial qualification shall be the date which proof of qualification is submitted to the Human Resources Department. Qualification shall continue until such time as the employee terminates City employment or is transferred/promoted to another position within the City which requires a higher level educational degree.

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EXHIBIT C

SICK LEAVE PAY OFF

1. ANNUAL SELL BACK
a. Employee A has accumulated 328 unused sick leave hours as of June 30. During the fiscal year, he or she has accrued 96 sick leave hours and used 8 hours. He or she is eligible to sell back 44 sick leave hours in July at the rate of $.70 on the dollar or employee may choose to convert this equivalent amount of hours, after the $.70 on dollar conversion, to vacation hours.

If he or she elects to sell back all 44 eligible hours, 284 hours will remain in his/her sick leave bank until used or time of retirement.

Calculation:
328 unused hours in sick leave bank (June 30)
96 hours accrued - 8 hours used = 88 unused hours during fiscal year 88 hours divided by 2 = 44 hours eligible for annual sell back (30.8 hours converted to vacation hours)
328 hours - 44 hours = 284 hours remaining in sick leave bank b. Employee B has accumulated 248 unused sick leave hours as of June 30. During the fiscal year, he or she has accrued 96 sick leave hours and did not use any.

Although he or she would ordinarily qualify to sell back 48 hours (one-half of 96 accrued but unused sick leave hours), he can actually sell back only 8 hours in order to maintain the qualifying bank of 240 hours. If he or she elects to sell back all 8 eligible hours, 240 hours will remain in his/her sick leave bank until used or time of retirement.

Calculation:
248 unused hours in sick leave bank (June 30)
96 hours accrued - 0 hours used = 96 unused hours during fiscal year 96 hours divided by 2 = 48 hours "ordinarily" eligible for annual sell back 248 bank hours - 240 minimum required hours = 8 hours eligible for annual sell back (5.6 hours converted to vacation hours)
248 - 8 hours = 240 hours remaining in sick leave bank
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required to qualify for this benefit, he or she has used more than he or she accrued during the fiscal year. This disqualifies the employee from participating in this benefit for this fiscal year.

Calculation:
450 unused hours in sick leave bank (June 30)
96 hours accrued - 100 hours used = 0 unused hours for fiscal year

2. PAY OFF AT RETIREMENT
a. At time of r etirement, Employee D has 680 accumulated but unused sick leave hours. He or she will be paid for 340 hours (50% of 680 hours) at his /her base salary hourly rate and the remaining 340 hours will be reported to PERS for inclusion in calculation of total service period.
b. At time of retirement, Employee F has 1,050 accumulated but unused sick leave hours. He or she will be paid for 500 hours (50% of 1,000 hours) at his/her base salary hourly rate and 550 hours will be reported to PERS for inclusion in calculation of total service period.

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EXHIBIT D

EMPLOYEES ASSOCIATION UNIFORM ALLOWANCE

TITLE

REPORTED TO

PERS EACH PAY
PERIOD
ANIMAL CONTROL OFFICER $ 17.86

CODE ENFORCEMENT OFFICER $ 17.86

COMMUNICATIONS SHIFT SUPERVISOR $ 18.95

COMMUNITY SERVICE OFFICER $ 18.95

ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES SPECIALIST $ 17.86

POLICE RECORDS SPEC $ 18.95

POLICE RECORDS SHIFT SUPERVISOR $ 18.95

PUBLIC SAFETY DISPATCHER $ 18.95

SR ANIMAL CONTROL OFFICER $ 17.86

SR CODE ENFORCEMENT OFFICER $ 17.86

SR COMMUNITY SERVICE OFFICER $ 18.95

SR ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES SPECIALIST $ 17.86

SR WATER QUALITY TECHNICIAN $ 17.86

SPECIAL OFFICER $ 22.14

STOCK CLERK $ 17.86

STOREKEEPER $ 17.86

WATER QUALITY TECHNICIAN $ 17.86

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ASSOCIATION / CITY

MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING

2025 - 2027

INDEX

ARTICLE SECTION # PAGE #
Absence from Work IV 11 20
Absence Without Leave V 11 30
Acting Pay II 3 10
Association Leave with Pay I 10 8
Association Representation I 2 5

Bereavement Leave V 5 28
Bilingual Pay II 5 10
Bulletin Boards I 6 7

Cafeteria Plan III 3 15
Call Back IV 4 19
City Fringe Benefit Contribution III 4 16
Compensation Study Requests II 12 12
Contents of Personnel File I 9 8
Continuation of Fringe Benefits III 9 16
Court Pay IV 5 19
Court Alert Pay IV 6 19

Disciplinary Appeal VIII 3 33
Disciplinary Notice Procedure VIII 2 33

Employment Medical and/or Physical Examination VII 1 32

Full Understanding, Modifications, Waiver IX 2 36

Grievance Procedure VIII 1 33

Health Insurance III 2 15
Holidays V 2 24

ICC/AWWA Certification III 8 16

Job Descriptions I 7 8
Jury Duty V 8 28

Labor/Management Committee IX 3 36
Layoff Process VIII 4 33
Leadperson Pay II 8 11
Leave of Absence Without Pay V 10 29
Life Insurance III 5 16
Longevity Pay II 6 11
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ARTICLE SECTION # PAGE #
Long-Term Disability III 6 16
Lunch Breaks and Rest Periods IV 2 18

Management Functions I 4 6
Matron Duties Assignment II 9 11
Mileage Reimbursement III 7 16
Military Leave V 6 28

Non-Industrial Disability Leave V 7 28

OCEA Recognition I 1 5
On-the-Job Injury Leave V 4 27
Outside Employment VII 4 32
Overtime IV 3 19
Overtime Accrual IV 8 20

Payroll Deduction/Check Off I 5 7
Peaceful Performance I 3 5
Probationary Period VIII 6 34
Promotional Policy VII 3 32

Reclassification Requests II 13 12
Retirement Plan III 1 13

Safety Committee VI 2 31
Salary Increases II 2 9
Saving Clause IX 1 36
Senior Community Service Officer Assignment II 10 11
Seniority VIII 5 34
Shift Selection – Police Dept. IV 12 20
Sick Leave V 3 26
Standby Pay IV 7 20
Steel-Toed Safety Shoes VI 1 31

Temporary Employees I 8 8
Temporary Upgrade Pay II 4 10
Time Off for Examinations V 9 29
Training VII 2 32
Training Pay II 11 11
Tuition Reimbursement II 7 11

Uniforms VI 3 31

Vacation Leave V 1 22

Wages II 1 9
Work Days – Christmas to New Years IV 9 20
Work Schedules Determination IV 10 20
Work Week IV 1 18

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EXHIBITS

EXHIBIT PAGE #
Represented Classifications/Salary Range Schedule A 38
Tuition Reimbursement B 41
Sick Leave (Sell Back/Pay Off) C 45
Uniform Allowance D 47

57 CITY OF GARDEN GROVE AND OCEA

SIDE LETTER RE VACATION ACCRUAL
WHEREAS, the City of Garden Grove (“City”) and the Orange County Employees Association, Garden Grove Chapter (“Association”) have met and conferred regarding successor Memorandum of Understandings (“MOU”); and
WHEREAS, the City and Association have agreed to modify Article VI.1.a of the Association’s MOU to provide additional tiers of accrual rates for their members; and WHEREAS, the City cannot implement the change in the accrual rates until January 3, 2026; and
WHEREAS, the Parties have reached agreement to address the employees who will not have the benefit of the increased accrual rate from the date of the MOU is approved by the City Council (“effective date”) to January 2, 2026.

THEREFORE, THE PARTIES AGREE AS FOLLOWS:

1. The City agrees that it shall adjust vacation leave banks for employees who were impacted by the new vacation accrual rates between the effective date of the successor MOU and January 2, 2026 by adding the amount of vacation hours the employee would have received if the new vacation accrual rate had been in effect as of the effective date.

For example, assuming the effective date is before October 1, 2025, an employee who has their 13-year anniversary on October 1, 2025 shall not have their vacation accrual rate adjusted on October 1, 2025. Instead, the new vacation accrual rate will be effective on January 3, 2026. The employee will have a vacation accrual rate of 12 hours per month from October 1 to January 2, 2026. Had the employee’s accrual rate been adjusted on October 1, 2025, the employee would have had an accrual rate of 13 hours per month. Therefore, in the pay period that includes January 3, 2026, the employe e will have their vacation leave bank adjusted to include an additional three (3) hours (one additional hour for the months of October, November, December).

2. The Association agrees that employees will have three pay periods (up to February 27, 2026) to ra ise any challenge regarding their vacation accrual rates or the vacation adjustment. Any challenges after February 27, 2026 are waived.

IT IS SO AGREED

DATE:
_________________________________
OCEA

DATE: ___________________________

CITY OF GARDEN GROVE

58 Item 247/2025
Final

City of Garden Grove

INTER-DEPARTMENT MEMORANDUM

To:

Lisa L. Kim From: William E. Murray
Dept:

City Manager Dept: Public Works
Date: 07/08/2025

Subject: Acceptance of Project No. S-1354 - Roof Replacement at City Hall located at 11222 Acacia Parkway, as complete. (Action Item)

OBJECTIVE

To seek City Council acceptance of Project No. S-1354 Roof Replacement at City Hall, located at 11222 Acacia Parkway, as complete.

BACKGROUND

On February 25, 2025, City Council awarded a contract to C. I. Services, Inc. in the amount of $374,766 to complete the scope of work that specified replacing the roof at City Hall.

DISCUSSION

The contractor, C. I. Services, Inc. has completed the roof replacement in accordance with related plans, specifications and other contract documents.

FINANCIAL IMPACT

There is no financial impact associated with accepting Project No. S-1354, the City Hall Roof Replacement, as complete. The project was funded by the Building Rehabilitation Fund, with total costs amounting to $374,766.

RECOMMENDATION

It is recommended that the City Council:

 Accept Project No. S-1354 Roof Replacement at City Hall located at 11222 Acacia Parkway Garden Grove, as complete;
 Authorize the City Manager , or designee, to execute the Notice of Completion of Public Works Improvement and Work; and

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 Authorize the Finance Director to release the retention payment when appropriate to do so.

By: Phillip Carter, Facilities Manager

ATTACHMENT

Notice of Completion

60 RECORDING REQUESTED BY

City of Garden Grove

When Recorded Mail To:

City Clerk
City of Garden Grove
P. O. Box 3070
Garden Grove, CA 92842

NOTICE OF COMPLETION

OF PUBLIC IMPROVEMENT AND WORK

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that The City of Garden Grove, Orange County, California, has caused a public improvement, to wit:

PROJECT NO. S-1354
Roof Replacement at City Hall located at 11222 Acacia Parkway

To be constructed upon the property hereinafter described. The contract for furnishing of all plant, labor, services, materials, and equipment, and all utilities and transportation, including power, fuel, and water, and performing all work necessary to construct and complete, in a good and workmanlike manner in strict accordance with the specifications, plans, and drawings therefore on file in the office of the City Clerk of the City of Garden Grove, for the construction, installation and completion of the above -described public improvement and work, was heretofore made and entered into with C.I. Services, Inc., on the 25th day of February, 2025, and filed for record in the office of the City Clerk of the City of Garden Grove; that the work upon said public improvement has been completed, and that the Project Manager has notified the City Council that he/she has made and completed a final inspection of the materials furnished and installed and the work performed in the construction, installation, and completion of said public improvement hereinabove more particularly described and set forth, and has certified in writing to the City C ouncil that all the provisions of the contract and contract documents for the furnishing of all plant, labor, services, materials, and equipment, and the performing of all work necessary for the construction, installation, and completion of said public improvement above described have been fully complied with to his satisfaction as required by the contract document; that final acceptance of the construction, installation, and completion of said public improvement above described was made on the 8th day of July, 2025; that the nature of the title to said property of said City of Garden Grove is as follows: That is to say, it owns said public improvement in fee except the right-of-way upon which it is constructed, and that it owns an easement upon, over, and along said right -of-way for the purpose of the construction, installation, and completion of said public improvement herein above described and the use thereof after said completion; that the property herein above referred to and on which said public improvement is situated is described as follows, to wit:

61 PROJECT NO. S-1354
Roof Replacement At City Hall

NAME OF SURETY on Labor and Material Bond is: The Gray Casualty & Surety Company P.O. Box 6202, Metairie
Los Angeles CA, 70009
Tel No. (504888-7790)

DATED this day of 20

CITY OF GARDEN GROVE

By
Lisa L. Kim, City Manager
City of Garden Grove
ATTEST:

Lizabeth Vasquez, City Clerk
City of Garden Grove

STATE OF CALIFORNIA

COUNTY OF ORANGE

I am the Project Manager for Project No.S-1354.

I have read the foregoing Notice of Completion of Public Improvement and Work, and know the contents thereof; and I certify that the same is true of my own knowledge, except as to those matters, which are therein stated upon my information or belief, and as to those matters I believe to be true.

I certify (or declare), under penalty of perjury, that the foregoing is true and correct.

Executed on , 2025 at Garden Grove , California
(Date) (Place)

Phillip Carter – Project Manager
Public Works Facilities Division Manger

62 Item 239/2025
Final

City of Garden Grove

INTER-DEPARTMENT MEMORANDUM

To:

Lisa L. Kim From: Chief El-Farra
Dept:

City Manager Dept: Police
Date: 7/8/2025

Subject: Approval to participate in the 2025-2026 Cannabis Tax Fund Grant Program. (Action Item)

OBJECTIVE

To obtain City Council approval to participate in a Cannabis Tax Fund Grant Program through the California Highway Patrol (CHP) . T hrough the proposed grant , the City is eligible to receive $250,000 in state funds to implement DUI/CDL Checkpoints, selective DUI enforcement operations, and educational activities within the community.

BACKGROUND

With the passage of Proposition 64, the Control, Regulate, and Tax Adult Use of Marijuana Act (AUMA), California voters mandated the state set aside funding for the CHP to award grants to local governments and qualified non-profit organizations, as describ ed in the Revenue and Taxation Code Section 34019(f)(3)(B). The Cannabis Tax Fund Grant Program marks an essential step toward reducing impaired driving crashes, increasing public awareness surrounding the dangers of impaired driving, and making California roadways a safer place to travel. The Garden Grove Police Department has applied for and been awarded similar grants since 1996.

DISCUSSION

The CHP works closely with state and local agencies and other traffic safety stakeholders to actively address impaired driving. The CHP will consider various factors in determining specific needs for each grant cycle, including opportunities and projects best suited to prevent the loss of life, injuries, and property damage caused by driving under the influence of alc ohol and/or drugs.

The purpose of the Cannabis Tax Fund Grant Program is to provide alternative funding sources to augment, but not supplant, current activities and programs. The CHP will allocate funds for the project categories by California COD of Regul ations (CCR) sections 1890.05 through 1890.07, as determined by the CHP.

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FINANCIAL IMPACT

The total amount for the fiscal year 2025-2026 grant will be $250,000. The City is not required nor plans to hire additional personnel and incur additional expenses to participate in the grant program. The California State Controller’s Office appropriates the funding provided, and all grants are awarded on a competitive basis.

RECOMMENDATION

It is recommended that the City Council:
 Authorize participation in the Cannabis Tax Fund Grant Program (CTFGP);  Accept CTFGP Grant Funds in the Amount of $250,000;
 Authorize the Police Chief, Finance Director and Finance Manager to execute the grant agreement on behalf of the City; and
 Allocate these grant monies to fund Selective Traffic Enforcement Operations.

ATTACHMENT(S)

1. FY25-26 CTFGP Grant Agreement

64 State of California

DEPARTMENT OF CALIFORNIA HIGHWAY PATROL
GRANT AGREEMENT - Page 1
Award Number
23326
________________________________________________________________

1. GRANT TITLE
FY25/26 CTFGP Law Enforcement - Garden Grove Police Department

2. NAME OF ORGANIZATION/AGENCY
Garden Grove Police Department

3. ORGANIZATION/AGENCY SECTION TO ADMINISTER GRANT
Garden Grove Police Department Traffic Unit

4. PROJECT PERFORMANCE PERIOD
From: 07/01/2025 To: 06/30/2026

5. PURCHASE ORDER NUMBER

6. GRANT OPPORTUNITY INFORMATION DESCRIPTION
Law Enforcement grants provide financial assistance to allied agencies for the education, prevention, and the enforcement of laws related to driving under the influence of alcohol and other drugs, including cannabis and cannabis products.

The intent of the program is to educate the public regarding the dangers of impaired driving, enforce impaired driving laws on the roadway, and improve the Organization/Agency’s effectiveness through training and development of new strategies.

7. FUNDS ALLOCATED UNDER THIS GRANT AG REEMENT SHALL NOT EXCEED $250,000.00

8. TERMS AND CONDITIONS
The Grantee agrees to complete the Project, as described in the Project Description. The Grantee’s Grant Application, and the California Code of Regulations, Title 13, Division 2, Chapter 13, Sections 1890.00-1890.27, are hereby incorporated into this Grant Agreement by reference.

The parties hereto agree to comply with the Terms and Conditions of the following attachments:
x Schedule A – Project Description, Problem Statement, Goals and Objectives, and Method of Procedure x Schedule B – Detailed Budget Estimate
x Schedule B-1 – Budget Narrative
We, the officials named below, hereby swear, under penalty of perjury under the laws of the State of California, that we are duly authorized to legally bind the Grant recipient to the above-described Grant Terms and Conditions.

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, this Grant Agreement is executed by the parties hereto.

9. APPROVAL SIGNATURES
A. AUTHORIZED OFFICIAL OF ORGANIZATION/AGENCY
Name: Amir El-Farra
Title: Chief of Police
Phone: (714) 741-5202
Address: 11301 Acacia Parkway
Garden Grove, CA 92840
E-Mail: [email protected]
___________________________ _______________
(Signature) (Date)
B. AUTHORIZED OFFICIAL OF CHP
Name: Andrew Beasley Phone: (916) 843-4360
Title: Captain Fax: (916) 322-3169
Address: 601 North 7th Street
Sacramento, CA 95811
E-Mail: [email protected]
___________________________ _______________
(Signature) (Date)
C. ACCOUNTING OFFICER OF CHP
Name: M. V. Fojas Phone: (916) 843-3531
Title: Commander Fax: (916) 322-3159
Address: 601 North 7th Street
Sacramento, CA 95811
E-Mail: [email protected]
___________________________ _______________
(Signature) (Date)

10. AUTHORIZED FINANCIAL CONTACT TO RECEIVE

REIMBURSEMENT PAYMENTS
Name: Patricia Song
Title: Finance Director
Phone: (714) 741-5202
Address: 11222 Acacia Parkway
Garden Grove, CA 92840
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Grantee shall comply with the California Code of Regulations, Title 13, Division 2, Chapter 13 Section 1890, et seq. and all other Terms and Conditions noted in this Grant Agreement. Failure by the Grantee to comply may result in the termination of this Grant Agreement by the California Highway Patrol (hereafter referred to as State). The State will have no obligation to reimburse the Grantee for any additional costs once the Grant Agreement has been terminated.

A. EXECUTION

1. The State (the California Highway Patrol) hereby awards, to the Grantee, the sum of money stated on page one of this Grant Agreement. This funding is awarded to the Grantee to carry out the Project set forth in the Project Description and the terms and conditions set forth in this Grant Agreement.

2. The funding for this Grant Agreement is allocated pursuant to California Revenue and Taxation Code Section 34019(f)(3)(B). The Grantee agrees that the State’s obligation to pay any sum under this Grant Agreement is contingent upon availability of funds disbursed from the California Cannabis Tax Fund to the State. If there is insufficient funding, the State shall have the option to either: 1) terminate this Grant Agreement; whereby, no party shall have any further obligations or liabilities under this Grant Agreement, or 2) negotiate a Grant Agreement Amendment to reduce the grant award and scope of work to be provided under this Grant Agreement.

3. The Grantee is not to commence or proceed with any work in advance of receiving notice that the Grant Agreement is approved. Any work performed by the Grantee in advance of the date of approval by the State shall be deemed volunteer work and will not be reimbursed by the State.

4. The Grantee agrees to provide any additional funding, beyond what the State has agreed to provide, pursuant to this Grant Agreement, and necessary to complete or carry out the Project, as described in this Grant Agreement. Any modification or alteration of this Grant Agreement, as set forth in the Grant Application submitted by the Grantee and on file with the State, must be submitted in writing thirty (30) calendar days in advance to the State for approval.

5. The Grantee agrees to complete the Project within the timeframe indicated in the Project Performance Period, which is on page one of this Grant Agreement.

B. PROJECT ADMINISTRATION

1. The Grantee shall submit all reimbursements, progress, performance, and/or other required reports concerning the status of work performed in furtherance of this Grant Agreement on a quarterly basis, or as requested by the State.

2. The Grantee shall provide the State with a final report showing all Project expenditures, which includes all State and any other Project funding expended, within sixty (60) calendar days after completion of this Grant Agreement.

3. The Grantee shall ensure all equipment which is purchased, maintained, operated, and/or developed is available for inspection by the State.

4. Equipment purchased through this Grant Agreement shall be used for the education, prevention, and enforcement of impaired driving laws, unless the Grantee is funding a portion of the purchased price not dedicated to impaired driving and that portion is not part of the Project costs.

Equipment purchased under this Grant Agreement must only be used for approved Project- related purposes, unless otherwise approved by the State in writing.

5. Prior to disposition of equipment acquired under this Grant Agreement, the Grantee shall notify the State via e-mail, and by telephone, by calling the California Highway Patrol, Impaired Driving Section, Cannabis Grants Unit at (916) 843-4360. 66 TERMS AND CONDITIONS

C. PROJECT TERMINATION

1. Grantee or the State may terminate this Grant Agreement at any time prior to the commencement of the Project. Once the Project has commenced, this Grant Agreement may only be terminated if the party withdrawing provides thirty (30) calendar days written notice of their intent to withdraw.

a. If by reason of force majeure the performance hereunder is delayed or prevented, then the term end date may be extended by mutual consent for the same amount of time of such delay or prevention. The term “force majeure” shall mean any fire, flood, earthquake, or public disaster, strike, labor dispute or unrest, embargo, riot, war, insurrection or civil unrest, any act of God, any act of legally constituted authority, or any other cause beyond the Grantee’s control which would excuse the Grantee’s performance as a matter of law.

b. Grantee agrees to provide written notice of an event of force majeure under this Grant Agreement within ten (10) calendar days of the commencement of such event, and within ten (10) calendar days after the termination of such event, unless the force majeure prohibits Grantee from reasonably giving notice within this period. Grantee will give such notice at the earliest possible time following the event of force majeure.

2. Any violations of law committed by the Grantee, misrepresentations of Project information by the Grantee to the State, submission of falsified documents by the Grantee to the State, or failure to provide records by the Grantee to the State when requested for audit or site visit purposes may be cause for termination. If the Project is terminated for the reasons described in this paragraph, the State will have no obligation to reimburse the Grantee for any additional costs once the Grant Agreement has been terminated.

3. The State may terminate this Grant Agreement and be relieved of any payments should the Grantee fail to perform the requirements of this Grant Agreement at the time and in the manner herein provided. Furthermore, the Grantee, upon termination, shall return grant funds not expended by the Grantee as of the date of termination.

4. If this Grant Agreement is terminated, the State may choose to exclude the Grantee from future Grant Opportunities.

D. FINANCIAL RECORDS

1. The Grantee agrees the State, or their designated representative, shall have the right to review and to copy all records and supporting documentation pertaining to the performance of this Grant Agreement. Grantee agrees to maintain such records for possible audit for a minimum of five (5) years after final payment, unless a longer period of records retention is stipulated or required by law. Grantee agrees to allow the auditor(s) access to such records during normal business hours and to allow interviews of any employees who might reasonably have information related to such records. Furthermore, the Grantee agrees to include a similar right for the State to audit all records and interview staff in any subcontract related to performance of this Grant Agreement.

E. HOLD HARMLESS

1. The Grantee agrees to indemnify, defend, and save harmless the State, its officials, agents and employees from any and all claims and losses accruing or resulting to any and all Grantee’s staff, contractors, subcontractors, suppliers, and other person, firm or corporation furnishing or supplying work services, materials, or supplies in connection with the performance of this Grant Agreement, and from any and all claims and losses accruing or resulting to any person, agency, firm, corporation who may be injured or damaged by the Grantee in performance of this Grant Agreement.
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F. NONDISCRIMINATION

1. The Grantee agrees to comply with State and federal laws outlawing discrimination, including, but not limited to, those prohibiting discrimination because of sex, race, color, ancestry, religion, creed, national origin, physical disability (including HIV and AIDS), mental disability, medical condition (including cancer or genetic characteristics), sexual orientation, political affiliation, position in a labor dispute, age, marital status, and denial of statutorily-required employment- related leave. (GC 12990 [a-f] and CCR, Title 2, Section 8103.)

G. AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT

1. The Grantee assures the State it complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of disability, as well as all applicable regulations and guidelines issued pursuant to the ADA. (42 U.S.C. 12101 et seq.)

H. DRUG-FREE WORKPLACE

1. The Grantee shall comply with the requirements of the Drug-Free Workplace Act of 1990 and will provide a drug-free workplace by taking the following actions:

a. Publish a statement notifying employees that unlawful manufacture, distribution, dispensation, possession, or use of a controlled substance is prohibited and specifying actions to be taken against employees for violations.

b. Establish a Drug-Free Awareness Program to inform employees about:

i. The dangers of drug abuse in the workplace.

ii. The person's or Organization/Agency's policy of maintaining a drug-free workplace.

iii. Any available counseling, rehabilitation, and employee assistance programs.

iv. Penalties that may be imposed upon employees for drug abuse violations.

c. Every employee who works on the Project will:

i. Receive a copy of the company's drug-free workplace policy statement.

ii. Agree to abide by the terms of the company's statement as a condition of employment on the Grant Agreement.

2. Failure to comply with these requirements may result in suspension of payments under this Grant Agreement, or termination of this Grant Agreement, or both, and Grantee may be ineligible for award of any future Grant Agreements if the department determines that any of the following has occurred:

a. The Grantee has made false certification or violated the certification by failing to carry out the requirements, as noted above. (GC 8350 et seq.)

I. LAW ENFORCEMENT AGENCIES

1. All law enforcement Organization/Agency/Agency Grantees shall comply with California law regarding racial profiling. Specifically, law enforcement Organization/Agency/Agency Grantees shall not engage in the act of racial profiling, as defined in California Penal Code Section 13519.4.
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J. LABOR CODE/WORKERS' COMPENSATION

1. The Grantee is advised and made aware of the provisions which require every employer to be insured against liability for Worker's Compensation or to undertake self-insurance in accordance with the provisions, and Grantee affirms to comply with such provisions before commencing the performance of the work of this Grant Agreement, (refer to Labor Code Section 3700).

K. GRANT APPLICATION INCORPORATION

1. The Grantee agrees the Grant Application and any subsequent changes or additions approved or required by the State is hereby incorporated into this Grant Agreement.

L. STATE LOBBYING

1. The Grantee is advised that none of the funds provided under this Grant Agreement may be used for any activity specifically designed to urge or influence a state or local legislator to favor or oppose the adoption of any specific legislative proposal pending before any state or local legislative body. Such activities include both direct and indirect (e.g., “grassroots”) lobbying activities, with one exception. This does not preclude a state official, whose salary is supported by this Grant Agreement, from engaging in direct communications with the state or local legislative officials, in accordance with customary state and/or local practice.

M. REPRESENTATION AND WARRANTIES

1. The Grantee represents and warrants that:

a. It is validly existing and in good standing under the laws of the State of California, has, or will have the requisite power, authority, licenses, permits, and the like necessary to carry on its business as it is now being conducted and as contemplated in this Grant Agreement, and will, at all times, lawfully conduct its business in compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, regulations, and rules.

b. It is not a party to any Grant Agreement, written or oral, creating obligations that would prevent it from entering into this Grant Agreement or satisfying the terms herein.

c. If the Grantee is a Nonprofit Organization/Agency, it will maintain its “Active” status with the California Secretary of State, maintain its “Current” status with the California Attorney General’s Registry of Charitable Trusts, and maintain its federal and State of California tax- exempt status. If the Grantee subcontracts with a Nonprofit as part of this Grant Agreement, the Grantee shall ensure the Nonprofit will maintain its “Active” status with the California Secretary of State, maintain its “Current” status with the California Attorney General’s Registry of Charitable Trusts, and maintain its federal and State of California tax-exempt status.

d. All of the information in its Grant Application and all materials submitted are true and accurate.

N. AIR OR WATER POLLUTION VIOLATION

1. Under the state laws, the Grantee shall not be: (1) in violation of any order or resolution not subject to review promulgated by the State Air Resources Board or an air pollution control district; (2) subject to cease and desist order not subject to review issued pursuant to Section 13301 of the Water Code for violation of waste discharge requirements or discharge prohibitions; or (3) finally determined to be in violation of provisions of federal law relating to air or water pollution. 69 TERMS AND CONDITIONS

O. GRANTEE NAME CHANGE

1. Grantee agrees to immediately inform the State, in writing, of any changes to the name of the person within the Organization/Agency/Agency with delegated signing authority.

2. An Amendment is required to change the Grantee's name, as listed on this Grant Agreement. Upon receipt of legal documentation of the name change, the State will process the Amendment. Payment of invoices presented with a new name cannot be paid prior to approval of said Amendment.

P. RESOLUTION

1. A county, city, district, or other local public body shall provide the State with a copy of a resolution, order, motion, or ordinance of the local governing body, which by law, has authority to enter into a Grant Agreement, authorizing execution of the Grant Agreement.

Q. PAYEE DATA RECORD FORM STD. 204

1. This form shall be completed by all non-governmental Grantees.

R. FINANCIAL INFORMATION SYSTEM FOR CALIFORNIA GOVERNMENT AGENCY TAXPAYER ID FORM

1. This form shall be completed by all Grantees.

S. CONFLICT OF INTEREST

1. This section serves to make the Grantee aware of specific provisions related to current or former state employees. If Grantee has any questions regarding the status of any person rendering services or involved with the Grant Agreement, the Grantee shall contact the State (California Highway Patrol, Impaired Driving Section, Cannabis Grants Unit) immediately for clarification.

2. Current State Employees:

a. No officer or employee shall engage in any employment, activity, or enterprise, from which the officer or employee receives compensation or has a financial interest, and which is sponsored or funded by any state agency, unless the employment, activity, or enterprise is required, as a condition of regular state employment.

b. No officer or employee shall contract on their own behalf, as an independent Grantee, with any state agency to provide goods or services.

3. Former State Employees:

a. For the two-year period from the date they left state employment, no former state officer or employee may enter into a contract in which they engaged in any of the negotiations, transactions, planning, arrangements, or any part of the decision-making process relevant to this Grant Agreement while employed in any capacity by any state agency.

b. For the 12-month period from the date they left state employment, no former state officer or employee may enter into a contract with any state agency if they were employed by that state agency in a policy-making position in the same general subject area as the proposed Grant Agreement within the 12-month period prior to their leaving state service.

4. The authorized representative of the Grantee Organization/Agency, named within this Grant Agreement, warrants their Organization/Agency and its employees have no personal or financial interest and no present or past employment or activity, which would be incompatible with

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participating in any activity related to this Grant Agreement. For the duration of this Grant Agreement, the Organization/Agency and its employees will not accept any gift, benefit, gratuity or consideration, or begin a personal or financial interest in a party who is associated with this Grant Agreement.

5. The Grantee Organization/Agency and its employees shall not disclose any financial, statistical, personal, technical, media-related, and/or other information or data derived from this Grant Agreement, made available for use by the State, for the purposes of providing services to the State, in conjunction with this Grant Agreement, except as otherwise required by law or explicitly permitted by the State in writing. The Grantee shall immediately advise the State of any person(s) who has access to confidential Project information and intends to disclose that information in violation of this Grant Agreement.

6. The Grantee will not enter into any Grant Agreement or discussions with third parties concerning materials described in paragraph five (5) prior to receiving written confirmation from the State that such third party has a Grant Agreement with the State, similar in nature to this one.

7. The Grantee warrants that only those employees who are authorized and required to use the materials described in paragraph 5 will have access to them.

8. If the Grantee violates any provisions in the above paragraphs, such action by the Grantee shall render this Grant Agreement void.

T. EQUIPMENT-USE TERMS

1. The Grantee agrees any equipment purchased under this Grant Agreement shall be used for impaired driving efforts.

2. Law Enforcement Projects:

a. Oral Fluid Drug Screening Devices and Cannabis/Marijuana Breath Testing Equipment - The Grantee agrees to ensure all personnel using road-side drug testing equipment, including oral fluid drug testing devices and/or cannabis/marijuana breath testing devices, purchased with grant funds from this Grant Agreement, are trained to recognize alcohol and drug impairment.

At a minimum, personnel using these devices should receive Standardized Field Sobriety Testing training. These personnel are also encouraged to attend Advanced Roadside Impaired Driving Enforcement and Drug Recognition Evaluator training. Prior to using these devices, the Grantee agrees to obtain permission from their local prosecutor’s office, establish a policy ensuring appropriate use, and require the staff using these devices to receive appropriate training, which may include training from the manufacturer. This will help ensure the equipment is used appropriately. The Grantee shall advise the State (California Highway Patrol, Impaired Driving Section, Cannabis Grants Unit) of any legal challenges or other items of significance that may affect the use or legal acceptance of these devices.

Additionally, the State may request additional information about the performance of these devices, including information about their use, accuracy, and feedback from personnel using the devices.

b. Law Enforcement Vehicles – The Grantee agrees any law enforcement vehicles purchased with Grant funds, from this Grant Agreement, will be primarily used for the enforcement of driving under the influence laws and/or providing public education, related to the dangers of driving under the influence. Additionally, any vehicle purchased using funds from this Grant Agreement shall comply with all California Vehicle Code and California Code of Regulation requirements. The State may require the Grantee to mark these vehicles with a decal and/or emblem, indicating the vehicle is used for driving under the influence enforcement. 71 Schedule A

Garden Grove Police Department

All grant awards, including any adjustments to requested funding, were made by the Cannabis Grants Unit based on the merits of the Grant Application, scale of operation, and in accordance with the Request for Application (RFA) requirements and associated regulations. As a result, not all Project activities and items detailed in Schedule A are applicable. Refer to Schedule B - Detailed Budget Estimate for approved Budget line items and Project activities. Project activities and items that are not clearly identified/specified in the Grant Agreement must be submitted to and approved by CGU prior to purchase.

Project Description
The Garden Grove Police Department provides in-house training to new hires during the new officer orientation period. This training is crucial to new officers due to the fact academy graduated officers are not exposed to DUI related investigations prior to being training by their Training Officers. As part of our field training program, Officers in training are exposed to DUI investigations on scene and shadow their senior officers conducting these types of investigations.

The department currently has one DRE instructor and one SFST instructor who work within a patrol capacity.

These specially trained officers routinely attend DRE training courses and supervise DRE investigations being conducted by officers within the training program. The Department would also like to use this additional funding to send more officers to advanced training courses, whether to become DRE's themselves and/or to become certified trainers within the department.

The Garden Grove Police Department actively promotes safer streets by expanding public education efforts to increase awareness of traffic laws, safe driving habits, and ensuring that outreach materials are accessible and culturally relevant. By fostering trust, transparency, and collaboration, the Garden Grove Police Department aims to create a transportation environment where all residents feel safe and respected. Our commitment traffic safety is not just enforcing laws, but also about building a community where safety is a shared responsibility, and every person has the opportunity to travel freely and securely.

In the past, the Garden Grove Police Traffic Unit, along with our Crime Prevention Unit, has conducted "Know Your Limit" operations within the city. These operations include bringing our PAS machines to different establishments, specifically to establishments that serve alcoholic beverages. Citizens voluntarily provide a breath sample to see what their BAC levels are after consuming alcoholic beverages. These operations provide great learning experiences to motorists as most of the time these volunteers' believe their BAC was much lower than than what the PAS machine revealed.

The Garden Grove Police Department was also given the opportunity to purchase new Fatal Vision DUI Drug Goggles from a previous 2023/2024 Cannabis Grant. The goggles imitate the subsequent effects of Cannabis use and/or a combination of drugs as it applies to driving. The equipment has been utilized in school type presentations and also our Citizen Academy training days.

In addition to such operations, our Traffic Unit, along with our Crime Prevention Unit, have had educational booths at public locations, including schools, and educating citizens on the dangers of driving while under the influence of alcohol, drugs, or a combination of both. Community engagement and education will play a critical role in addressing traffic safety concerns. GGPD will have the opportunity to work closely with neighborhood groups, schools, businesses, and local organizations to understand the specific needs of different communities and to develop culturally relevant public education opportunities.

In terms of enforcement efforts, the ultimate goal of the Garden Grove Police Department would be to increase the total number of DUI saturation operations conducted per year. The department is provided with funding to conduct DUI saturation patrol from the Office of Traffic Safety(OTS) Step grant. While this additional funding has helped the department combat impaired driving, additional allocated funding in this category would help combat the growing issue and trend of impaired driving arrests, ultimately reducing serious fatal traffic collisions. The department conducts such operations throughout the year and doubles the amount of operations within the winter months. Statistically, the winter months have shown to include the highest amount of DUI related offenses and arrests.

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Problem Statement & Proposed Solution
The City of Garden Grove, located in the heart of Orange County, California, is a vibrant and diverse community known for its rich cultural heritage, strong economy, and thriving tourism. As of January of 2025, Garden Grove currently has a population of approximately 171,949. Spanning over 18 square miles, Garden Grove is one of the most ethnically diverse cities in the region, home to a large Vietnamese American population, followed by a large Hispanic or Latino, Korean, and other multicultural communities. This diverse population plays a day-to-day role amongst city businesses, neighborhoods, restaurants, and annual events, including the Strawberry Festival which attracts visitors from across the region.

Garden Grove is the 32nd largest city within California and 164th largest city within the United States. Garden Grove has a population density of 9558 people per square mile and is currently growing at a rate of 0.06% annually.

With approximately 183 sworn officers, including administrative staff, this equates to one officer per every 940 residents spread over the highly densely populated 18 square miles. In regards to traffic enforcement, there are only 11 motor officers conducting traffic enforcement throughout the 18 square miles and 171,949 residents. This does not include visitors, patrons, and the working force within the city.

As both a residential and tourist destination, Garden Grove faces unique transportation safety challenges.

Traffic collision investigations continue to be one of the most common calls for service officers respond to within the city. Over the past five years, the City has had an increase in alcohol, drug, and/or a combination of both alcohol and drugs, related to injury and non-injury vehicle collisions. The trend is common amongst the entire County of Orange and its surrounding counties. There has also been an increase in major traffic collisions resulting in major injuries and/or fatal injuries involving an impaired driver. The city is committed to improving roadway conditions and enhancing traffic safety measures to reduce crashes and protect all road users.

In the City of Garden Grove, there has been a total of 80 fatal traffic collisions since the beginning of 2017 to the end of 2024. Of those fatalities, 37 fatal traffic collisions involved impaired drivers, as well as over 205 other injury traffic collisions involving impaired drivers. The negative effects of impaired driving has struck our community on several occasions.

An example of this occurred in May of 2024, the morning of Mother's day. The female victim, a mother of two children, was sleeping in her bedroom next to her husband when an impaired driver lost control of his vehicle and collided into the victim's house. The vehicle entered the bedroom and landed on top of the female victim, killing her instantly. This collision impacted the entire community and members of the department given its unpredictable, unexpected, and tragic result.

A second example where impaired driving negatively affected our community occurred in June of 2024, when a family of five were riding bicycles with three children in tow. An impaired driver struck the entire family as they rode their bicycles and resulted in the death of a five year old child, as well as major injuries to the rest of the family. The lives' of these victims will forever be changed as a result of impaired driving.

In both of these listed examples, the drivers involved were placed under arrest for suspicion of DUI. In light of these tragic collisions, the Garden Grove Police Department Traffic Unit partnered up with the families of the victims involved to conduct a DUI Checkpoint in memory of each victim. This partnership involved working with Mothers Against Drunk Driving(MADD) organization to further bring awareness to this issue.

With this said, the Garden Grove Police Department is committed to using all resources available to combat this issue. The City of Garden Grove has taken a zero tolerance approach to combat impaired driving. In the past year, Garden Grove recorded 15 fatalities and 493 injuries resulting from traffic collisions. Of particular concern is the safety of vulnerable road users, as 9 pedestrians were killed and 509 were injured, and 2 bicyclists were killed and 43 were injured. Motorcyclists also faced significant risks, with 2 fatalities and 24 injuries reported. However, these figures only account for incidents that were officially reported to our department, and countless other likely went unreported.

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Impaired driving remains a persistent issue in the city. Alcohol-related crashes resulted in 4 fatalities and 38 injuries, while drug-involved crashes led to 3 injuries. These statistics may be skewed due to a lack of properly trained personnel to detect drug-impaired drivers, potentially allowing some offenders to go undetected. Additionally, 1 fatality and 4 injuries were linked to crashes involving both alcohol and drugs. Hit- and-run incidents further exacerbate safety concerns, with 4 fatal crashes and 51 injury crashes reported.

Nighttime collisions are also notably hazardous, with 7 fatalities and 42 injuries occurring during hours of darkness.

In the last five years, 1900 arrests and several thousand citizen contacts related to DUI investigations have been made. The City of Garden Grove is committed to the safety of the citizens and our residents and has utilized DUI checkpoints, as well as DUI saturation patrols as a means to deter, located, and arrest impaired drivers. Within this process, we also make it a point to provide educational opportunities to the members within our community and provide information as to the dangers of impaired driving on our roadways.

Through the opportunities granted to our department through the OTS STEP grant, we are able to continue with our zero-tolerance efforts towards eliminating impaired driving within our roadways. The efforts are focused on all motorists and citizens within the community of Garden Grove. Through the use of press released and social media platforms, an effort is always made to educate the community on the dangers of driving impaired, the costs of being prosecuted for DUI/DUID, and the alternative methods of transportation available to those that may consider driving while impaired. The City of Garden Grove has capitalized on funding provided by the OTS STEP grant and in 2023/2024 we were awarded our first CHP Cannabis Grant.

With the financial assistance of both these grants, we have been able to increase our efforts in the battle of against impaired driving. At the closing period of 2024, five members of our Neighborhood Traffic Unit(NTU) and two patrol officers received the prestigious MADD award. Majority of these arrests involved drivers who were under the influence of alcohol, drug, and/or a combination of both.

Studies show the issue of impaired driving continues to rise. According to the 2018 National Survey on Drug Use and Health(NSDUJ) in 2018, 12.6 million motorists drove under the influence of illicit drugs. After alcohol, Marijuana is the drug most commonly found to be located within the blood of drivers involved in traffic collisions. THC (Delta-9-tetrahydrocannabinol) can be detected in body fluids for several days, even weeks after usage and is often combined with alcohol.

The vehicle collision risk associated with Marijuana in combination with alcohol, cocaine, or benzodiazepines appears to be greater than that for each drug by itself. According to the Governors Highway Safety Association, 43.6% of fatally injured drivers in 2016 tested positive for drugs and over half of those drivers tested positive for two or more drugs. Based on data from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration in 2016, among drivers tested in fatal crashes, 44% had used a legal or illicit drug, compared to 38% who tested positive for alcohol. Per TREDS, according to a 2014 study, there were 7,000 new Marijuana users per day. After alcohol, Marijuana was the most commonly detected drug amongst drivers killed in traffic collision in 2016, out of 44% of drivers killed in traffic collisions who tested positive for drugs, 41% had used a strain or Marijuana.

GGPD is dedicated to reducing collisions, preventing fatalities, and fostering a safer transportation environment for all residents and visitors. Through targeted enforcement, public education, and valuable trainings, we are committed to enhancing traffic safety and protecting the community. By securing this grant funding, GGPD will be able to address critical resource gaps, improve office effectiveness, and implement proactive safety measures that will have a lasting impact on roadway safety in the City of Garden Grove.

DUI STATISTICAL DATA CITY OF GARDEN GROVE
x 2024: DUI ALCOHOL ARRESTS-277
x 2024: DUI DRUG ARRESTS-24
x 2024: DUI ALCOHOL/DRUG COMBO ARREST-1

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FATAL TRAFFIC COLLISION STATISTICAL DATA BETWEEN 2019-2024 x 2019- 05 FATAL TRAFFIC COLLISION . 03 INVOLVING DUI
x 2020- 10 FATAL TRAFFIC COLLISIONS . 05 INVOLVING DUI
x 2021- 18 FATAL COLLISIONS. .02 INVOLVING DUI
x 2022- 07 FATAL COLLISIONS . 02 INVOLVING DUI
x 2023- 14 FATAL COLLISIONS . 03 INVOLVING DUI
x 2024- 15 FATAL COLLISION . 05 INVOLVING DUI

Performance Measures/Scope of Work
Ensure 5 sworn Garden Grove Police Department Officers attend SFST and ARIDE by the end of the 4th quarter.

Ensure 1 DRE Officer attends DRE Instructor School by the end of the 1st quarter.

Ensure 2 Officers attend SFST instructor school by end of 2nd quarter.

Send 1 DRE officers to recertification school(if applicable) during the course of the grant cycle by the end of the 4th quarter.

Send 3 DRE Officers to a DRE conference within this grant cycle.

Ensure 2 DRE instructors attend at least 2 DRE certification training by the 4th quarter.

The Garden Grove Police Department is dedicated to meeting the above listed goals and objectives. In order to do this, the department will assign a minimum of four DUI Saturation Patrols each month. These patrols will be carried out by a DRE trained officer if possible and/or by an officer with advanced training such as SFST and/or ARIDE.

18 DUI Saturation patrols. Q1- 5. Q2- 5. Q3-4. Q4-4. Aim to reduce DUI/DUID deaths which will improve roadway safety in the community. The quantitative measurements will be reported by the Crime Prevention Unit regarding the reduction of DUI/DUID cases on a quarterly basis.

Project Performance Evaluation
The Garden Grove Police Department Traffic Unit will keep extensive notes and use course/instructor evaluation documentation over the duration of the grant period. This will assist in proper record keeping and quality control. This will be continually monitored and appropriate adjustments will be made when and if necessary. Grant activity progress will be reported on a quarterly basis to ensure actions are being taken towards the set goals outlined. Quantitative measurements will be reported by the Crime Prevention Unit regarding the success of the activities.

Additionally, we will use the data gathered to create a "Final Evaluation" section in the fourth quarter of the set grant period. This will provide a summary of the grant's accomplishments, challenges, and other significant activities. This narrative will include whether or not the department met, exceeded , or falls short of the objectives outlined. If the department falls short of the goals set, an explanation will be provided in detail.

Program Sustainability
The Garden Grove Police Department's main goal is to reduce the amount of dangerous DUI drivers on our roadways. In an effort to combat the ongoing trend of DUI related injury/fatal traffic collisions countywide, our department conducts saturation patrols almost weekly. Due to limited funding, DUI patrols and checkpoints are limited to the money allotted from competitive grants such as the OTS STEP GRANT and the CHP Cannabis Grant. Our department was fortunate to obtain the CHP Cannabis Tax Fund Grant for the first time in 2023 and a second time in 2024. To date we continue seeing great success in combating DUI drivers on our roadways. We are ambitious and extremely motivated to continue to utilize these funds and make a positive impact in the battle against impaired driving.

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The long-term goals we have in place are to use these funds immediately for not only enforcement purposes but also for the training purposes as well. The department would like to send more officers to advanced training such as SFST, ARIDE, and DRE. Personnel permitting, training, and certification would be a top priority in terms of sustainability and for continued enforcement. Currently, this department does not have as many trained DRE officers as we would like. If we are fortunate enough to continue receiving funding from this grant, our department would be able to send more officers to these advanced trainings and schools. Having more advance training as it pertains to DUI enforcement and detection will only continue to make our roads safer.

This department has always embraced partnerships with outside agencies and we have always welcomed engagement and collaborative efforts. As laws continue to change and evolve pertaining to illicit substances, now more than even an emphasis needs to be placed on enforcement and education as it pertains to impaired driving. This funding can also be utilized to send officers to round table trainings and seminars that are held throughout the state. Currently there is no city funding allocated towards sending officers to these types of trainings. This is due to the increasingly high cost of travel and lodging for numerous officer to attend trainings that are outside commuting distances.

Administrative Support
The grant coordinators within this department have become extremely efficient with not only meeting the outlined requirements of past grants awarded, but excelling and exceeding the expectations outlined. Proper use of grant funds is always a top priority for the coordinators and the management that oversee all grant related activities. Currently officers assigned to the Neighborhood Traffic Unit(NTU), are in charge of managing grants awarded by OTS and the CHP Cannabis Tax Fund Grant. In addition to this, a supervisor within the traffic unit oversees all final decision making and accounts on where funding is being used, as well as what resources are being allocated towards. Once the coordinator approves an activity or purchase from grant funding, the supervisor assigned has the final decision to approve or deny the request on the grantee side.

Our grant coordinators also keep an open line of communication with fiscal representatives at the Garden Grove City Hall. These relationships between our officers and accounting personnel ensure that proper documentation and preparation is completed prior to, during, and at the end of grant cycles. The administrative staff within this agency have placed great emphasis on impaired driving and support our efforts to combat the dangers of these illegal and dangerous actions. This department has the necessary trained personnel to manage such a grant and we are confident we will excel if we are fortunate to continue receiving funding.
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Budget Narrative

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Prior to engaging in grant-funded Saturation Patrols, DUI Checkpoints, or other enforcement activities in areas where the grantee does not have primary traffic jurisdiction, the grantee should consult with the agency having primary traffic jurisdiction.

Other Direct Costs

IACP Conference – Registration Fee
$4,100.00

August 4-6, 2025 (depart Sunday, Aug 3rd - return Thursday, Aug 7th) Chicago, IL

IACP Conference-Registration fees- $410 x 10 officers= $4100 in fees

Personnel

DUI Saturation Patrol
$229,950.00
18 DUI saturations per year. 11 Officers and 2 Sergeants per DUI saturation, 10 hrs. per officer. Total salary and benefits = $229,950 (Officer - 10 hrs. x $92.5 x 11 x 18 = $183,150, Sergeant - 10 hrs. x $130 x 2 x 18 = $46,800).

Travel

IACP Conference - Travel
$15,950.00

August 4-6, 2025 (depart Sunday, Aug 3rd - return Thursday, Aug 7th) Chicago, IL (First Quarter)

Hotel - GSA lodging rate $202 per night x 4 nights x 10 officers= $8080. approx 10.5% per room x 10 officers = $848.40

Airfare - SNA to ORD - aprx. $605 per person = $6050.

78 Item 250/2025
Final

City of Garden Grove

INTER-DEPARTMENT MEMORANDUM

To:

Lisa L. Kim From: Matthew West
Dept:

City Manager Dept: City Manager
Date: 7/8/2025

Subject: Approval to submit a response to the Grand Jury Report, Long-Term Solutions to Short-Term Rentals. (Action Item)

OBJECTIVE

The purpose of this report is for the City Council to approve the attached response to the 2024-25 Grand Jury Report, Long-Term Solutions to Short -Term Rentals and authorize submittal to the Orange County Grand Jury.

BACKGROUND

On May 22, 2025 the Orange County Grand Jury released its 2024 -25 Grand Jury Report, Long-Term Solutions to Short -Term Rentals. The purpose of the report was to investigate how effectively Orange County cities are managing short -term rentals (STRs) and identify best practices for city councils and planning departments to more efficiently and effectively manage STRs. The Grand Jury studied STR permits and the effectiveness of STR bans across the thirty-four cities in Orange County. More specifically, the Grand Jury examined permitting, enforcement, and collections strategies in order to provide city planning departments with a compilation of tools that would assist in effectively balancing the expectations of residents and business owners operating STRs.

DISCUSSION

The Grand Jury report found that of the thirty four (34) incorporated cities in Orange County, nineteen (19) cities had a ban on all STRs while fifteen (15) cities allowed STRs. Through a survey of cities’ STR policies and practices, the report determined that the overall impacts of STRs on their respective communities varied by city based on established ordinances, policies, and enforcement practices, or lack thereof. However, the report also found that in nearly every city, STRs were generally regulated by ordinances defining operational rules, establishing fees for licensing and violations, and outlining the appeals p rocess. Ultimately, the report determined that STRs can be good neighbors when cities have clearly established ordinances, concise permitting guidance, diligent code enforcement, an easy -to-use complaint system, and monthly electronic collection of TOT.

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The Grand Jury report outlined twelve findings, four of which applied to Garden Grove. The City agrees with each of the following findings.

1) F1 – Despite the increasing media coverage on Online Booking Agencies (OBAs), STRs are not a new phenomenon in Orange County. 2) F2 – The steady growth of STR usage in the last decade raises concerns of potential public nuisance.
3) F3 - Even with robust Code Enforcement, a city’s statutory ban on STRs is not enough to keep STRs from operating.
4) F12 – City leaders have no regular communication with each other concerning STR issues, limiting opportunities to develop strategies and expertise to improve service.

The Grand Jury report also outlined nine recommendations, three of which applied to Garden Grove. Cities were advised to:

1) R1 – Review and begin to update ordinances to keep up with the rapidly changing nature of court findings and legislation related to STRs, by December 31, 2025, and no less frequently than every three years thereafter. 2) R2 – Consider developing a plan for upcoming major events that are expected to create a surge in demand for STRs and its associated Transient Occupancy Tax, by December 31, 2025, and no less frequently than every two years thereafter.
3) R9 – Have regular discussions with each other to shar e STR management strategies on a biannual basis commencing no later than January 1, 2026.

FINANCIAL IMPACT

None.

RECOMMENDATION

It is recommended that the City Council:

 Approve the attached response to the 2024-25 Grand Jury Report, Long-Term Solutions to Short-Term Rentals, and authorize submittal to the Orange County Grand Jury.

By: Shawn Park
Assistant to the City Manager

ATTACHMENT(S)

1. OC Grand Jury Report - Long-Term Solutions to Short-Term Rentals

2. Grand Jury Report - Long-Term Solutions to Short-Term Rentals Response

80 ORANGE COUNTY GRAND JURY
700 CIVIC CENTER DRIVE WEST • SANTA ANA, CALIFORNIA 92701 • 714/834-3320 May 16, 2025 www.ocgrandjury.org • FAX 714/834-5555
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The Honorable Stephanie Klopfenstein
Mayor City of Garden Grove
11222 Acacia Parkway
Garden Grove, CA 92840
Dear Mayor Klopfenstein:

Enclosed is a copy of the 2024-2025 Orange County Grand Jury report, Long-Term Solutions to Short-Term Rentals. Pursuant to Penal Code 933.05(f), a copy of the report is being provided to you at least two working days prior to its public release. Please note that under that subsection, "No officer, agency, department, or governing body of a public agency shall disclose any contents of the report prior to the public release of the final report." (Emphasis added.) It is requested that you provide a response to each of the findings of this report directed to your office in compliance with Penal Code 933.05(a) and (b), copy is enclosed.

Please distribute this report to your governing body.

Please mail the response to the findings to Maria Hernandez, Presiding Judge of the Superior Court, 700 Civic Center Drive West, Santa Ana, CA 92701, with a separate copy mailed to the Orange County Grand Jury, 700 Civic Center Drive West, Santa Ana, CA 92701, no later than 90 days after the public release date, May 22, 2025, in compliance with Penal Code 933, copy enclosed. The due date then is August 20,2025.

Should additional time for responding to this report be necessary for further analysis. Penal Code 933.05(b)(3) permits an extension of time up to six months from the public release date. Such extensions should be advised in writing, with the information required in Penal Code 933.05(b)(3), to the Presiding Judge of the Superior Court, with a separate copy of the request to the Grand Jury.

We tentatively plan to issue the public release on May 22, 2025. Upon public release, the report will be available on the Grand Jury vvebsite at www.ocgrandjury.org.

Very truly yours,
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Susan Segal, Foreper^on
2024-2025 ORANGE COUNTY GRAND JURY
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Enclosures: Grand Jury Report
Penal Code 933, 933.05
Cc: Lisa Kim, City Manager
81 California Penal Code Sections §933 and§933.05
[NOTE: to reduce grand jury requests for additional response information, the grand jury has boldecl those words in §933.05 which should be appropriately included in a response]
§933 (a) Each grand jury shall submit to the presiding judge of the superior court a final report of its findings and recommendations that pertain to county government matters during the fiscal or calendar year. Final reports on any appropriate subject may be submitted to the presiding judge ofthe superior court at any time during the term of service of a grand jury. A final report may be submitted for comment to responsible officers, agencies, or departments, including the county board of supervisors, when applicable, upon finding of the presiding judge that the report is in compliance with this title. For 45 days after the end of the term, the foreperson and his or her designees shall, upon reasonable notice, be available to clarify the recommendations of the report.
(b) One copy of each final report, together with the responses thereto, found to be in compliance with this title shall be placed on file with the clerk of the court and remain on file in the office of the clerk. The clerk shall immediately forward a true copy of the report and the responses to the State Archivist who shall retain that report and all responses in perpetuity. (c) No later than 90 days after the grand ]ury submits a final report on the operations of any public agency subject to its reviewing authority, the governing body of the public agency shall comment to the presiding judge ofthe superior court on the findings and recommendations pertaining to matters under the control of the governing body, and every elected county officer or agency head for which the grand jury has responsibility pursuant to Section 9 14.1 shall comment within 60 days to the presiding judge of the superior court, with an information copy sent to the board of supervisors, on the findings and recommendations pertaining to matters under the control of that county officer or agency head and any agency or agencies which that officer or agency head supervises or controls. In any city and county, the mayor shall also comment on the findings and recommendations. All ofthese comments and reports shall forthwith be submitted to the presiding judge of the superior court who impaneled the grand jury. A copy of all responses to grand jury reports shall be placed on File with the clerk of the public agency and the office of the county clerk, or the mayor when applicable, and shall remain on file in those offices. One copy shall be placed on file with the applicable grand jury final report by, and in the control of the currently impaneled grand jury, where it shall be maintained for a minimum of five years. (d) As used in this section "agency" includes a department. §933.05 (a) For purposes of subdivision (b) of Section 933, as to each grand jury finding, the responding person or entity shall indicate one of the following:
(1) The respondent agrees with the finding.
(2) The respondent disagrees wholly or partially with the finding, in which case the response shall specify the portion of the finding that is disputed and shall include an explanation of the reasons therefor. (b) For purposes of subdivision (b) of Section 933, as to each grand jury recommendation, the responding person or entity shall report one of the following actions:
(I) The recommendation has been implemented, with a summary regarding the implemented action. (2) The recommendation has not yet been implemented, but will be implemented in the future, with a timeframe for implementation.
(3) The recommendation requires further analysis, with an explanation and the scope and parameters of an analysis or study, and a timeframe for the matter to be prepared for discussion by the officer or head of the agency or department being investigated or reviewed, including the governing body of the public agency when applicable. This timeframe shall not exceed six months from the date of publication of the grand jury report. (4) The recommendation will not be implemented because it is not warranted or is not reasonable, with an explanation therefor.
(c) However, if a finding or recommendation of the grand jury addresses budgetary or personnel matters of a county agency or department headed by an elected officer, both the agency or department head and the board of supervisors shall respond if requested by the grand jury, but the response of the board of supervisors shall address only those budgetary or personnel matters over which it has some decision making authority. The response of the elected agency or department head shall address all aspects of the findings or recommendations affecting his or her agency or department. (d) A grand jury may request a subject person or entity to come before the grand jury for the purpose of reading and discussing the findings of the grand jury report that relates to that person or entity in order to verify the accuracy of the findings prior to their release.
(e) During an investigation, the grand jury shall meet with the subject of that investigation regarding the investigation, unless the court, either on its own determination or upon request of the Foreperson of the grand jury, determines that such a meeting would be detrimental,
(0 A grand jury shall provide to the affected agency a copy of the portion of the grand jury report relating to that person or entity two working days prior to its public release and after the approval of the presiding judge. No officer, agency, department, or governing body of a public agency shall disclose any contents of the report prior to the public release of the Final report.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
ACRONYMS ...........................................................................................................^^^^^ SUMMARY....................................................................................................^ BACKGROUND..........................................................................................................................^ REASON FOR THE STUDY ...................................................................................................... 5 METHOD OF STUDY................................................................................................................. 5 INVESTIGATION....................................................................................................................^ How Cities Manage STRs....................................................................................................... 7 Code Enforcement's Role......................................................................................................... 8 STR Policies Vary in Orange County...................................................................................... 8 Cities With an STR Ban........................................................................................................... 8 Cities Without a Specific STR Ordinance................................................................................ 9 How Cities Collect Complaints................................................................................................ 9 Issues with STR Code Enforcement........................................................................................ 9 Tools That Help Code Enforcement Accomplish Their Goals............................................ 10 Legal Cases Uncover Gaps in STR Ordinances................................................................... 10 Managing Permit Scarcity...................................................................................................... 11 Collecting TOT Revenue........................................................................................................^ Major Events Fuel Demand for STRs................................................................................... 13 STR Impact on Affordable Housing...................................................................................... 13 STRs Can be Good Neighbors................................................................................................ 14 FINDINGS................................................................................................................................... 15 RECOMMENDATIONS............................................................................................................ 16 RESPONSES........................................................................................................^^^ Responses Required................................................................................................................ 18 F;W/ng5',................................................................................................................................ 19 7?ecommen^/on5.................................................................................................................. 19 Requested Responses............................................................................................................... 19 F;W/n^................................................................................................................................. 19 ^ecommen^a^'ow.................................................................................................................. 19 2024-2025 Orange County Grand Jury Page 2
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BIBLIOGRAPHY ............................................................................................................^ ANNOTATED BIBLIOGRAPHY........................................................................................ 21 TABLES
Table 1: STR policies by city.......................................................................................................... 5 Table 2: Models of short-term rentals............................................................................................. 7 Table 3: Recent selected legal findings related to STRs............................................................... 1 1 Table 4: STR permit limits and affordable housing needed (Housing Element).......................... 14

FIGURES
Figure 1: A single residence may appear on multiple websites...................................................... 7

ACRONYMS
ADU Accessory Dwelling Units
CCC California Coastal Commission
CE Code Enforcement
GIS Geographic Information System
HOA Homeowners Association
LI Low Income
OBA Online Booking Agency
STR Short-Term Rental
TOT Transient Occupancy Tax
VLI Very Low Income
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SUMMARY
Short-term rental (STR) is defined as occupancy of a residence such as a home or an apartment for fewer than 30 days.

Some Orange County residents complain that the growth of STRs impinges on their quality of life and adds costs to city government for additional code enforcement. The 2024-2025 Orange County Grand Jury (Grand Jury) investigation revealed that:
• Cities with a growing number of STRs did not always receive higher complaint volumes. • Some cities employ effective strategies to manage complaints and other cities can learn from their success.
• When cities ban STRs, this often leads to a never-ending game of "whack-a-mole"—as soon as one unpermitted STR is shut down, another opens. • Code Enforcement (CE) errs on the side of leniency.
• Some cities rarely pursue fines for STR violations or collect the Transient Occupancy Tax (TOT) on unreported STR income.
• Some cities rely on the "honor system" for STR owners to report and pay the correct TOT.
• The commonly held belief that STRs negatively impact affordable housing is not evident in cities with STRs.

This report identifies best practices that city councils and their planning departments can use to more efficiently and effectively manage their STRs. This includes modifying STR ordinances, and for some cities, utilizing third-party digital tools for better code enforcement and data tracking to collect unreported TOT.

BACKGROUND
For many years, Orange County has been an international destination, with its forty-two miles of scenic coastline, Disneyland, Knotts Berry Farm, Angel Stadium, Honda Center, and other attractions. Vacation rental properties in Orange County's beach communities go back many decades; for instance, in the 1920s, Crystal Cove State Park offered camping sites to the public, and in the 1940s it offered trailers.

For some, STRs are business opportunities. To others, STRs are a nuisance and impinge on neighbors' quality of life. In response to these conflicting priorities, some cities in Orange County have banned STRs, some have limited their number, and some have no limits. 2024-2025 Orange County Grand Jury Page 4
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Table 1: STR policies by city
Policy Choice
Banned (19)
Allowed (15)
Cities with the Policy
Aliso Viejo, Brea, Costa Mesa, Cypress, Fountain
Valley, Garden Grove, Irvine, La Habra, Laguna Hills,
Laguna Niguel, Laguna Woods, Los Alamitos, Rancho
Santa Margarita, Santa Ana, Stanton, Tustin, Villa Park, Westminster, Yorba Linda
Anaheim, Buena Park, Dana Point, Fullerton,
Huntington Beach, La Palma, Laguna Beach, Lake
Forest, Mission Viejo, Newport Beach, Orange,
Placentia, San Clemente, San Juan Capistrano, Seal
Beach
The advent of online booking agencies (OBAs) has made it even easier for homeowners (and apartment lessees) to supplement their income by renting out their home or room and advertising to millions around the world. As a result, STRs' visibility has increased, creating tension between STR operators and neighbors.

REASON FOR THE STUDY
Short-term rentals are a heated topic in Orange County cities. Various news reports have covered the impact of STRs on local communities, and this motivated the Grand Jury to investigate how effectively Orange County cities are managing STRs.

The scope of this study includes the thirty-four cities in Orange County, with a focus on cities with the largest number of STRs and cities with bans on STRs, as well as coastal cities.

The Grand Jury studied STR permits and the effectiveness ofSTR bans. Finally, the Grand Jury examined strategies to improve the quality of life for residents and to provide city planning departments a compilation of tools that will assist in effectively balancing the expectations of the residents and the business owners operating STRs.

METHOD OF STUDY
The Grand Jury conducted the following:
• Research on STR management and business models
o Survey of national publications with articles on STRs 2024-2025 Orange County Grand Jury Page 5
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o Review ofwebsites, interviews, testimonials, and other materials produced by companies serving the STR and hospitality markets or from contractors with products for cities managing STRs
o Review of academic papers on STRs and their history
o Review of non-govemmental agency white papers on STRs • In-person interviews of city personnel
• Review of:
o City meeting minutes and recordings of residents' concerns o Various cities' STR complaint processes
o City ordinances as well as state statutes
o California Coastal Commission guidance
o Third-party STR surveillance software used by cities
o Various cities' STR complaints from June 2022 through June 2024 o Relevant legal rulings
• Analysis of TOT

INVESTIGATION
The Grand Jury learned that in most cases, STR operators are required to obtain a business license, register with their city for a permit, submit reports, pass an inspection, and pay TOT.

This is a city-level tax levied on any temporary lodging that is occupied for fewer than thirty days. All hotels, motels, and bed and breakfasts must remit this tax. Short-term rentals permitting and other policies vary by city. A short-term rental's TOT is paid either monthly, quarterly, or annually. Most cities allowing STRs require a twenty-four-hour, in-person contact to address complaints, within either thirty or sixty minutes.

Short-term rental operators often use one of the numerous OBAs, such as VRBO (from the phrase Vacation Rentals by Owner), Airbnb, Zumper, and HomeAway. In addition, some operators may advertise via direct booking sites (a website for their specific property) or through local rental agents. Multiple OBAs mean that a unique property may have as many as a dozen listings.
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How Cities Manage STRs
In nearly every city, short-term rentals are regulated by ordinances that define operational rules, establish fees for licensing and violations, and outline the appeals process. Often these rules include disclosure to neighbors, a "Good Neighbor Policy" brochure for the renter, parking and garbage policies, and quiet hours for the neighborhood. An emergency contact who would be readily available to respond to a complaint is typically required. City ordinances may define who can own and operate an STR. Cities may limit operation to the primary homeowner or renter, or they may allow investors who own multiple STR properties.

The Grand Jury observed the following STR models:

Table 2: Models of short-term rentals
Hosted/Shared Housing
Primary Housing
Unrestricted
Owner must be on the property/in
house
Rentals of an owner's primary
residence are permitted
No restrictions on ownership (income-
producing property)
The Hosted/Shared model is when a homeowner or renter with an extra room rents it out for fewer than thirty days. The host stays at the property during the guests' stay, either in the house or in an on-property Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU). The Primary Housing model is when the host rents out their principal home but is not present on the property. Unrestricted STRs are income-producing properties, often owned by corporations and managed by property management companies.
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Regardless of the model, neighbors have the expectation that STR businesses will be operated in a responsible and respectful manner. Owner-occupied models make it easier for a neighbor with a complaint to get resolution. In cities that use this model, formal complaints are fewer because neighbors can quickly resolve issues between themselves.

Code Enforcement's Role
Code Enforcement (CE) responsibilities include initial and ongoing inspections of STRs to assure adherence to building codes, noise and parking requirements, along with monitoring city complaint portals and searching for nonpermitted STRs. Code Enforcement officers also investigate citizen complaints to substantiate claims and issue citations.

Revenue staff work in tandem with CE to process permits and licenses and to collect TOT and other fees. In at least one city that has a waiting list for STR permits, revenue staff rather than CE staff manage the list, which may delay or limit CE's ability to find unpermitted STRs.

Several cities employ third-party platforms offering an array of services, including STR registration portals, a complaints hotline and/or online portal, and tax payment portals. These platforms offer efficient and potentially cost-effective options to aid staff monitoring STRs.

Cities may also select a third-party platform option that identifies both permitted and unpermitted STRs advertising on OBAs.

STR Policies Vary in Orange County
Each of the thirty-four cities in Orange County has its own policies. As of this writing, nineteen of the cities had a ban on all STRs and fifteen allowed STRs (see Table 1). Unincorporated areas of the county (e.g., Rossmoor, North Tustin) are covered by County of Orange policy through the OC Public Works department, which issues permits; however, the Grand Jury did not observe STR volumes in unincorporated areas warranting analysis.

Cities With an STR Ban
The Grand Jury learned that it is difficult for cities to enforce a ban. Cities report that after they enacted a ban, the volume of STRs saw a notable decline; however, some unpermitted STRs still continued to operate. Cities may use a rental identification database and a complaint portal to improve compliance, often through third-party software. These databases can often identify the address of an unpermitted STR and allow follow-up with the property owner. At least one city with technologically savvy CE staff has performed this task without help from a third-party platform.

All cities in the coastal zone have permits for STRs, and this is linked to mandates from the California Coastal Commission (CCC) which issued a 2016 memo with guidance that coastal cities provide "lower cost visitor...facilities" and beach access via STRs. 2024-2025 Orange County Grand Jury Page 8
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Cities Without a Specific STR Ordinance
Some cities without an STR ordinance have operated on the assumption that because STRs are not defined by an ordinance, they are banned. However, when an STR operator challenges a citation, these cities have often discovered that the subsequent court ruling goes against the city, as evidenced by recent cases described below. Cities often respond to these losses by drafting new ordinances and amendments, but sometimes a new STR operator will find another legal gap, and the "whack-a-mole" game continues.

Multi-unit apartment complexes may also host unpermitted STRs in cities that have bans. Photos used in online advertising often make complexes easy to find, but identifying specific units may be difficult. Property managers are more familiar with the units and can sometimes help CE track these down.

Some properties without permits are advertised on foreign-language websites. Image searches may uncover these host sites, but the Grand Jury did not identify any solution yet for this challenge.

How Cities Collect Complaints
Many Orange County cities provide an online complaint portal as well as a telephone hotline; these services are staffed by a third-party platform or by city staff. In cities that allow STRs, Code Enforcement will reach out to the STR emergency contact to initiate complaint resolution.

Issues with STR Code Enforcement
Most STR operators want to avoid citations and fines. Neighbor complaints can lead to notices of violation, fines, and ultimately revocation of the STR operating permit. With effective enforcement, STRs that violate city codes receive a citation and/or fine. This can result in improved behavior on the part of the STR operator.

In the fifteen cities that allow STRs, neighbors face hurdles in complaint resolution. This, along with laxity in enforcement, may explain why fewer than ten percent of STRs record a complaint in a given year, a number that fails to reflect the frustration of STR neighbors.

Tracking and confirmation of complaints is often difficult. In order to enforce STR ordinance rules, code or law enforcement must first substantiate that the source is an STR. In some cities that permit STRs, Code Enforcement works only during regular business hours. Nuisance reports often occur in the evening or early morning, when CE may not be on duty. Therefore, residents or other complainants do not receive a timely response and the problem is not resolved at the time of the actual nuisance, if ever.
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Most ordinances require an emergency contact for each STR, but a review of hundreds of complaints between 2022 and 2024 shows that in a number of cases the contact does not respond either in the thirty- or sixty-minute required time frame.

Warnings and citations may take up to a week to issue and are recorded in an STR complaint log.

The STR operator may appeal the citation. Initial appeals are made through a city official or a third-party administrative officer. This can take some time, during which the STR may continue to operate. An ordinance without an appeals procedure may be challenged in the courts.

The Grand Jury learned that in most cities, CE investigates complaints with a fair bit of leniency.

First, the CE officer will visit the property and confirm the violation. The most common complaint is noise, and this violation must be observed and verified by the CE officer. Other complaints may involve vehicle parking, trash, and exceeding permitted occupancy. The CE officer often works through the emergency contact to resolve problems and often will issue a warning rather than a citation.

Tools That Help Code Enforcement Accomplish Their Goals Cities that allow STRs would benefit from a system that geographically integrates STR owner contact information, permit, and business license numbers. Having this information readily available would enable CE to respond to complaints more effectively. Some of the third-party platforms offer these tools, but using a third-party platform requires a degree of technical knowledge and an investment in Code Enforcement training. Some cities accomplish this work with internal tools and staff.

Beyond responding to complaints, CE in some cities proactively inspect permitted STRs and/or confirm the emergency contacts. These inspections confirm occupancy limits, ensure that safety equipment is onsite, and validate that no unpermitted construction has been done on the property.

Legal Cases Uncover Gaps in STR Ordinances
Recent cases up and down the state have established firm guidance for cities as they deal with STR issues. The Grand Jury identified a few cases that clarified areas of ambiguity in existing STR ordinances:
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Table 3: Recent selected legal findings related to STRs Case Decision
People v. Venice Suites. LLC, 71 Specificity in zoning language is necessary.

Cal. App. 5th 715, 732-34 (2021) Length of occupancy was not specified in code and therefore STR usage would be
permitted.

Keen v. City of Manhattan Beach^_77 The term "residence" alone is not effective in Cal. ADD. 5th 142 (2022) banning STRs. A specific STR ordinance is necessary.

Coastal Protection Alliance Inc. v. Operation ofSTRs in coastal zones does not Airbnb. Inc.. 95 Cal. App. 5th 207, in and of itself constitute an increase in 270 (2023) density or intensity requiring changes in
zoning.

Kracke v. City of Santa Barbara, 63 Coastal cities need to secure and comply with Cal. App. 5th 1089 (2021) Coastal Commission rulings before drafting any limiting ordinances pertaining to STRs.

These rulings highlight gaps in city ordinances and may provide grounds for appeal of STR citations. In light of these rulings, the cities ofAnaheim and Santa Ana amended their codes to incorporate language that plugs the gaps, resulting in more effective STR enforcement.

Managing Permit Scarcity
Limits on the number of STR permits create a quasi-monopoly. In some cities, the permit limit was set at a point in time when no limit existed. The cities selected a number slightly greater than the inventory then in existence. Once the limit was set, these cities saw an acceleration in applications up to the limit.

In some cities, STRs are excluded only in certain zones. Single family home (Rl) zones and Homeowner Associations (HOAs) often have exclusions. Other cities permit unlimited STRs in a "vacation home zone" near the beach or an attraction. Still others allow one STR in a fixed radius (typically 300 feet), which effectively limits permits.

At least three cities (Newport Beach, Dana Point, and Orange) have created waiting lists in response to having more applications than available permits. However, STR operators rarely voluntarily relinquish their permits. If an STR has been converted to a long-term rental, then it is no longer subject to TOT. Unless the STR operator informs the city of the conversion, a city that only collects TOT annually (as at least one city does) will not know for a year that the unit is no longer operating as an STR. At that point, as they have not received any TOT from the unit, the 2024-2025 Orange County Grand Jury Page 11
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city can initiate proceedings to rescind the STR permit and pass it on to the next applicant on the waiting list. However, the STR operator can appeal, and this can extend the process even longer.

Some cities allow permit holders to transfer their permit to a family member or to the new owner of their property, thus circumventing the waiting list altogether. A system where permits expire after a certain time would afford those on the waiting list an opportunity to be placed ahead of renewals, thus creating a more equitable process. One city, Dana Point, has set a limit on investor-owned properties, allowing more Hosted STRs to have priority in getting permits.

Collecting TOT Revenue
The fifteen cities that allow STRs (see Table 1) collect TOT on STR revenue, plus any fees charged to the renter. Operators report TOT to cities either annually, quarterly, or monthly.

Monthly reporting of TOT has several advantages: cities receive TOT sooner, the STR owner has a smoother and more predictable cash flow, and cities can quickly identify non-revenue- producing STRs.

In cities like Dana Point and Anaheim, TOT represents a substantial percentage of city revenue; however, nearly all of this comes from hotels. Short-term rental TOT in Newport Beach represents thirty percent of total TOT collections, contributing two percent of city revenues.

Newport Beach has the greatest share of TOT revenue from STRs (with 1,550 units) and the greatest number ofSTRs of all Orange County cities. Transient Occupancy Tax rates vary by city from eight to seventeen percent. Despite the limited amounts, each city that collects short- term rental TOT increases their general fund.

Each city handles TOT collection differently. Newport Beach collects quarterly from agents who operate STRs and annually from STR homeowners, using paper-based forms. This system does not allow for easy tracking of short-term rental TOT by permit number because multiple units at the same address (with separate permits) may be combined on the form. A digital submission by unique permit number, such as is used by the City of Orange, is easy and provides greater detail to the city.

The City ofAnaheim has agreements called Voluntary Collection Agreements (VCAs) with a number of Online Booking Agency platforms that enable monthly TOT remittance from short- term rental advertising on the OBA. In most cases, OBAs share a spreadsheet with totals only; however, at least one platform remits with detailed addresses with amounts by address. It is possible for an OBA to send more detailed data and for the city to integrate it into its information systems, but as yet no city appears to have negotiated with an OBA to implement this direct reporting. Requiring an OBA to report more detail ensures that all STR tax from Online Booking Agency is reported, collected, and remitted to the city, whether the STR is permitted or not.

However, this system still would not capture STRs booked directly with the operator, which may be up to 30-60% of gross rental revenue.
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At least one city (Orange) requires that TOT reporting include the number of days the STR is available for rent and number of days rented each month. Capturing these statistics facilitates desk auditing.

A "desk audit" is a remote review of the STR operators' reported information to ensure compliance with TOT reporting requirements. This is in contrast to a "business-level audit," which is performed by the city on site and involves verification of the reported information against third-party records, such as bank statements.

The Grand Jury's review of a subset of Orange County cities did not identify any that did more than desk audits on short-term rental TOT receipts. Put simply, these cities currently rely on the "honor system." Conducting business-level audits would allow cities to discover and collect additional funds. However, a city should consider the cost of enforcement versus the financial benefit ofSTR business audits, especially in smaller cities with limited short-term rental TOT.

Major Events Fuel Demand for STRs
Reports from the 2024 Olympic games indicate that the average price per night of STRs in and around Paris more than doubled during the Olympics, and total inventory grew by nearly fifty percent. With the coming 2026 Los Angeles World Cup and the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics, these surges are likely to be seen in Orange County, especially with the Honda Center and Trestles Beach—both in Orange County—being used as Olympic venues. Orange County cities have not yet dedicated resources to plan around STRs for these major events.

STR Impact on Affordable Housing
Some housing advocates argue that STRs reduce the inventory of much needed and mandated affordable housing. The Grand Jury found that STRs have a negligible effect on affordable housing in cities that currently allow STRs. The Southern California Association of Governments, acting under the direction of the State Housing Element Law, sets a mandated volume of new units by city for Very Low Income (VLI) and Low Income (LI) units, and this analysis uses it as the estimate of needed affordable units.

The Grand Jury's analysis of inland cites suggests that if their existing STR units were converted to affordable housing, they would contribute at most about eight percent (125/1,671 from Table 4) of the affordable units required (in the city of Orange), and a much smaller percentage in other inland cities.

On the other hand, in coastal cities, the STR volumes appear to meet a sizable portion of affordable unit goals. However, coastal cities must comply with State law enforced through the California Coastal Commission (CCC). The CCC weighs in on all coastal development and changes, and any modification of a city's zoning rules or limits on STRs would be subject to the CCC's approval. The CCC's stated goal is to preserve access to public beaches and low-cost 2024-2025 Orange County Grand Jury Page 13
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short-term housing, which includes STRs. It is therefore unrealistic to expect that coastal STRs would be converted to long-term affordable housing in any sizeable number.

Table 4: STR permit limits and affordable housing needed (Housing Element) Housing Element 6th Series Unit Goals
Inland Cities
Anaheim
Buena Park
Fullerton
Orange
Coastal Cities*
Dana Point
Laguna Beach
Newport Beach
San Clemente
Seal Beach
Limit on
STR Permits
277
11 100
125
115
300
1,550
225
33 Very Low
Income
(VLI)
3,767
2,119
3,198
1,067
147
118
1,456
282
258
Low
Income
(LI)
2,397
1,343
1,989
604
84 80
930
164
201
VLI+LI Unit
Goal
6,164
3,462
5,187
1,671
231
198
2,386
446
459
*Subject to CCC legal requirements
Equally important is the fact that there is rarely a one-to-one relationship between STRs and long-term housing. In many areas of the County, STRs are luxury or large-scale homes. It is extremely unlikely that such homes could or would be easily converted into affordable housing or demolished to create multiple affordable dwellings. Aside from the complications of such an endeavor, the likelihood that neighbors would acquiesce to these changes is negligible.

Based on the above factors, the Grand Jury concludes that, contrary to widely held belief, STRs should not be considered a significant factor in the availability of affordable housing in Orange County cities with STRs.

STRs Can be Good Neighbors
The burden of getting STR operators to function in a community friendly way should be on the operator and government, not the neighborhood residents. Best practices include the following:
• Updated ordinances that limit how STRs can advertise and specifically exclude STRs from banned cities
• Concise city permitting guidance
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• An easy-to-use complaint system for residents
• Diligent code enforcement
• Requiring an in-person contact
• Permit numbers in all advertising
• Monthly electronic collection of TOT
Several Orange County cities, such as Seal Beach, Dana Point, and Orange, have clear permitting procedures that explicitly outline Good Neighbor policies, yielding low complaint rates.

Anaheim and Santa Ana have made ordinance revisions that improve the odds that their cities will prevail in appeals to STR citations. Newport Beach, Dana Point, and Anaheim perform regular inspections on new and existing STRs to ensure units are safe and code compliant.

Incorporating the above elements in a city's ordinances and practicing effective code enforcement would enhance the relationship between STR business operators and their neighbors. Moreover, better communication among cities to share these best practices would greatly improve the management of STRs.

FINDINGS
In accordance with California Penal Code Sections 933 and 933.05, the 2024-2025 Grand Jury requires (or as noted, requests) responses from each agency affected by the findings presented in this section. The responses are to be submitted to the Presiding Judge of the Superior Court.

Based on its investigation "Long-Term Solutions to Short-Term Rentals," the 2024-2025 Orange County Grand Jury has arrived at twelve findings, as follows:

Fl: Despite the increasing media coverage of Online Booking Agencies (OBAs), STRs are not a new phenomenon in Orange County.

F2: The steady growth of STR usage in the last decade raises concerns of potential public nuisance.

F3: Even with robust Code Enforcement, a city's statutory ban on STRs is not enough to keep STRs from operating.

F4: Anaheim's ordinance requires OBAs to report Transient Occupancy Tax (TOT) directly to the city. This has led to the favorable consequence that unpermitted STR income is reported to the city.
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F5: Proactive home inspections of new and renewing STRs, which have been implemented in some Orange County cities, improve code enforcement and STR compliance with city ordinances.

F6: Direct remittance of taxes by OBAs does not capture all TOT for an STR because of direct booking practices.

F7: Some cities in Orange County have outdated systems for tracking short-term rental TOT making the process less effective and more difficult for staff.

F8: In some cases, STRs are improperly recharacterized as long-term rentals to circumvent the collection of TOT and any applicable penalties.

F9: Online Booking Agencies in foreign languages are outside the current capabilities of Code Enforcement to monitor and track unpermitted STRs.

F10: Cities that fail to routinely review their STR waiting lists potentially lose TOT revenue and contribute to a greater prevalence ofunpermitted STRs.

Fll: Locations that have hosted major events have reported an outsized increase in demand and pricing of STRs, a situation Orange County is likely to experience with the upcoming 2026 Los Angeles World Cup and 2028 Los Angeles Olympics.

F12: City leaders have no regular communication with each other concerning STR issues, limiting opportunities to develop strategies and expertise to improve service.

RECOMMENDATIONS
In accordance with California Penal Code Sections 933 and 933.05, the 2024-2025 Grand Jury requires (or, as indicated, requests) responses from each agency affected by the recommendations presented in this section. The responses are to be submitted to the Presiding Judge of the Superior Court.

Based on its investigation described herein, the 2024-2025 Orange County Grand Jury makes the following nine recommendations:

Rl: Cities should review and begin to update ordinances to keep up with the rapidly changing nature of court findings and legislation related to STRs, by December 31, 2025, and no less frequently than every three years thereafter. (F4, F12) R2: Cities should consider developing a plan for upcoming major events that are expected to create a surge in demand for STRs and its associated Transient Occupancy Tax, by December 31, 2025, and no less frequently than every two years thereafter. (Fll) 2024-2025 Orange County Grand Jury Page 16
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R3: Cities that allow STRs should evaluate the benefit of ordinances facilitating Voluntary Collection Agreements requiring OBAs to submit TOT directly, by June 30,2026. (F4, F12) R4: Cities that allow STRs should evaluate the benefit of collecting TOT on a monthly basis by individual property, by June 30, 2026. (F7, F8)
R5: Cities should require STRs to include the number of days rented per month per permit to facilitate short-term rental TOT desk audits by November 30, 2025. (F7, F8) R6: Cities with a permit waiting list should implement strategies to remove non-revenue- generating licenses to allow for fair access by December 31, 2025, and annually thereafter. (F7, F10)
R7: Cities that allow STRs should consider allocating resources to update their short-term rental TOT tracking systems by September 30, 2026. (F7, F8, F10) R8: Cities that allow STRs should consider random multi-year audits to confirm TOT by June 30,2026, and annually thereafter. (F6, F7,F8)
R9: City leaders should have regular discussions with each other to share STR management strategies on a biannual basis commencing no later than January 1,2026. (F12)

RESPONSES
The following excerpts from the California Penal Code provide the requirements for public agencies to respond to the Findings and Recommendations of this Grand Jury report:

Penal Code Section 933:
(c) No later than 90 days after the grand jury submits a final report on the operations of any public agency subject to its reviewing authority, the governing body of the public agency shall comment to the presiding judge of the superior court on the findings and recommendations pertaining to matters under the control of the governing body, and every elected county officer or agency head for which the grand jury has responsibility pursuant to Section 914.1 shall comment within 60 days to the presiding judge of the superior court, with an information copy sent to the board of supervisors, on the findings and recommendations pertaining to matters under the control of that county officer or agency head and any agency or agencies which that officer or agency head supervises or controls. In any city and county, the mayor shall also comment on the findings and recommendations. All of these comments and reports shall forthwith be submitted to the presiding judge of the superior court who impaneled the grand jury. A copy of all responses to grand jury reports shall be placed on file with the clerk of the public agency and the office of the county clerk, or the mayor when applicable, and shall remain on file in those offices. One copy shall be placed on file with the applicable grand jury final report by, and in the control of the currently impaneled grand jury, where it shall be maintained for a minimum of five years.
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Penal Code Section 933.05:
(a) For purposes of subdivision (b) of Section 933, as to each grand jury finding, the responding person or entity shall indicate one of the following:
(1) The respondent agrees with the finding.
(2) The respondent disagrees -wholly or partially with the finding, in which case the response shall specify the portion of the finding that is disputed and shall include an explanation of the reasons therefor.
(b) For purposes of subdivision (b) of Section 933, as to each grand jury recommendation, the responding person or entity shall report one of the following actions:
(1) The recommendation has been implemented, with a summary regarding the implemented action. (2) The recommendation has not yet been implemented, but will be implemented in the future, with a time frame for implementation.
(3) The recommendation requires further analysis, with an explanation and the scope and parameters of an analysis or study, and a timeframefor the matter to be prepared for discussion by the officer or head of the agency or department being investigated or reviewed, including the governing body of the public agency when applicable. This timeframe shall not exceed six months from the date of publication of the grand jury report.
(4) The recommendation will not be implemented because it is not warranted or is not reasonable, with an explanation therefor.
(c) However, if a finding or recommendation of the grand jury addresses budgetary or personnel matters of a county agency or department headed by an elected officer, both the agency or department head and the board of supervisors shall respond if requested by the grand jury, but the response of the board of supervisors shall address only those budgetary or personnel matters over which it has some decision-making authority. The response of the elected agency or department head shall address all aspects of the findings or recommendations affecting his or her agency or department.
(d) A grand jury may request a subject person or entity to come before the grand jury for the purpose of reading and discussing the findings of the grand jury report that relates to that person or entity in order to verify the accuracy of the findings prior to their release. (e) During an investigation, the grand jury shall meet with the subject of that investigation regarding the investigation, unless the court, either on its own determination or upon request of the foreperson of the grand jury, determines that such a meeting would be detrimental. (f) A grand jury shall provide to the affected agency a copy of the portion of the grand jury report relating to that person or entity two working days prior to its public release and after the approval of the presiding judge. No officer, agency, department, or governing body of a public agency shall disclose any contents of the report prior to the public release of the final report.

Responses Required
Comments to the Presiding Judge of the Superior Court in compliance with Penal Code Section 933.05 are required within 90 days of the date of the publication of this report from:
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Findings
City Councils of the following cities:

Dana Point, Fullerton, Huntington Beach, Laguna Beach, Newport Fl, F2, F5, F6,F7, Beach, San Clemente, San Juan Capistrano, Seal Beach F8, F9, F 10, Fl 1, F 12 Costa Mesa, Irvine, Santa Ana Fl,F2,F3,F12
Anaheim Pl, F2, F4, F5, F6,
F7,F8,F9,F11,F12
Recommendations
City Councils of the following cities:

Anaheim, Dana Point, Fullerton, Huntington Beach, Laguna Beach, Rl, R2, R3, R4, R5, Newport Beach, Orange, San Clemente, San Juan Capistrano, Seal R6, R7, R8, R9 Beach
Costa Mesa, Irvine, Santa Ana Rl, R2, R9
Requested Responses
Comments to the Presiding Judge of the Superior Court in compliance with Penal Code Section 933.05 are requested within 90 days of the date of the publication of this report from:

Findings
City Councils of the following cities:

Buena Park, La Palma, Lake Forest, Mission Viejo, Placentia Fl, F2, F5,F6,F7, F8,F9,F10,F11,F12
Aliso Viejo, Brea, Cypress, Fountain Valley, Garden Grove, La Fl, F2,F3,F12 Habra, Laguna Hills, Laguna Niguel, Laguna Woods, Los Alamitos, Rancho Santa Margarita, Stanton, Tustin, Villa Park, Westminster, Yorba Linda
Recommendations
City Councils of the following cities:

Buena Park, La Palma, Lake Forest, Mission Viejo, Placentia Rl, R2, R3, R4, R5, R6, R7, R8, R9
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Aliso Viejo, Brea, Cypress, Fountain Valley, Garden Grove, La Rl, R2, R9 Habra, Laguna Hills, Laguna Niguel, Laguna Woods, Los Alamitos, Rancho Santa Margarita, Stanton, Tustin, Villa Park, Westminster, Yorba Linda

BIBLIOGRAPHY
Better Neighbors LA. "BNLA Annual Report 2022." February 24, 2023. httDS://staticl.sauaresDace.com/static/5fc9845732f65217775cb3a5/t/63f8e87357c81bl848 48b95b/l 677256830192/BNLA Annual+Report 2022-web.pdf.

California Coastal Commission. "Short Term Vacation Rental Memo to Coastal Planning and Development Directors." December 6,
2016. https://documents.coastal.ca.gov/assets/la/Short Term Vacation Rental to Coastal Plan ning & Devt Directors 120616.pdf.

California Coastal Commission. "Recent LCP Policy Examples for Lower Cost Overnight Accommodations." 2023. https://documents.coastal.ca.gov/assets/lower-cost-coastal- lod2ine/LCOA-Doc2.Ddf.

Costar. "Summer Olympics Drove Paris Room Rates to All-Time Highs." CoStar, August 11, 2024. https://www.costar.com/article/54408592/summer-olympics-drove-paris-room-rates-to-all- time-highs.

Dubetz, Alissa, Matt Horton, and Charlotte Kesteven. "Staying Power: The Effects of Short- Term Rentals on California's Tourism Economy and Housing Affordability." Milken Institute, June 1, 2022. https://milkeninstitute.org/content-hub/research-and-reports/reports/staving-power- effects-short-term-rentals-califomias-tourism-economy-and-housing-affordability Humphreys, Lucy. "Regulating Short-Term Rentals in California's Coastal Cities: Harmonizing Local Ordinances with the California Coastal Act." Loyola of Los Angeles Law Review 52 (2019):309.

Jin, Ginger Zhe, Liad Wagman, and Mengyi Zhong. "The Effects of Short-term Rental Regulation: Insights from Chicago." November 19,2023.

SSRN. https://ssrn.com/abstract=4638022 or httD://dx.doi.ore/10.2139/ssrn.4638Q22.

Reinhard, D., and J.J. Roth. "Renting Trouble? An Analysis of Crime and Calls to Police at Addresses with Different Rental Types." Crime Science 13, no. 35 (2024). httDs://doi.org/10.H86/s40163-024-00232-8.
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Safely. "The Best Alternatives to Airbnb and VRBO: The Rise of the Niche Platforms." Safely, February 17, 2025. https://safelv.com/articles/the-best-alternatives-to-airbnb-and-vrbo-the-rise- of-the-niche-platforms/.

Thompson, Robert. "Affordable Twenty-Four Hour Coastal Access: Can We Save a Working Stiffs Place in Paradise?" Ocean and Coastal Law Journal 12, no. 1 (2006). https://digitalcommons.mainelaw.maine.edu/ocli/voll2/issl/5/.

Urevich, Robin. "Is My Short-Term Los Angeles Rental Legal?" ProPublica, September 3, 2024. https://www.propublica.org/article/is-my-short-term-los-angeles-rental-legal.

Wachsmuth, David, and Danielle Kerrigan. "Short-Term Rentals in Los Angeles: 2022 Report." Urban Politics and Governance Research Group, McGill University, 2022. https://upgo.lab.mcgill.ca/publication/strs-in-los-angeles-2022/Wachsmuth LA 2022.pdf.

ANNOTATED BIBLIOGRAPHY
Airbnb. "Vacation Rentals, Homes, Experiences & Places." Airbnb.com. Accessed January 6, 2025. https://www.airbnb.com.

Leading booking platform for STRs.

AirDNA. "Short-Term Rental Data & Analytics." AirDNA.co. Accessed January 6, 2025. https://www.airdna.co.

Platform that tracks the STR market, claiming listings often million properties that are then linked to partner data to detect reservations and calculate market performance. Market-level volumes are reported with projections. Subscriptions allow for detailed searching and market reports.

Booking.com. "Booking.corn: Hotels, Apartments, Villas, Hostels & More." Booking.com.

Accessed January 6, 2025. https://www.booking.com.

Leading booking platform includes hotels and STRs.

Deckard. "Deckard Technologies." Deckard.com. Accessed January 6, 2025. https://www.deckard.com.

Owner of Rentalscape product, a third-party platform working with cities, offering STR detection with address identification, complaint platform (call-center, web reporting), and tax collection.

Granicus. "Host Compliance." Granicus.com. Accessed January 6, 2025. https://granicus.com/product/host-compliance/.

Third-party platform working with cities offering STR detection, a complaint platform and tax collection. Host Compliance product recently integrated into Granicus. 2024-2025 Orange County Gra^,J^ ^ g ^ t ^^ I |f
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Rabbu. "Short-Term Rental Property Management." Rabbu.com. Accessed January 6, 2025. https://rabbu.com.

One of several investment platforms that does market analysis for STR buyers.

STR. "Hotel Industry Data & Benchmarking." STR.com. Accessed January 6, 2025. https://www.str.com.

Part of the Costar Group of real estate data companies; tracks data on hospitality markets with a primary focus on hotels, but STR data such as prices and volumes are also tracked.

Vacasa. "Vacation Rentals." Vacasa.com. Accessed January 6, 2025. https://www.vacasa.com.

Vacation rental management and booking site. Provides services to owners and customers.

VRBO. "Vacation Rentals by Owner." VRBO.com. Accessed January 6, 2025. https://www.vrbo.com.

Leading booking platform, part ofExpedia travel group. Integrated Home Away in 2019.

Zumper. "Apartments for Rent." Zumper.com. Accessed January 6, 2025. http://zumper.com.

One of many aggregating sites for rentals across platforms. Limits searches to strict city boundaries when searching.
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July 8, 2025

Honorable Maria Hernandez
Presiding Judge of the Superior Court
700 Civic Center Drive West
Santa Ana, CA 92701

RE: Response to Orange County Grand Jury Report, Long-Term Solutions to Short-Term Rentals

Dear Judge Maria Hernandez:

The City of Garden Grove has reviewed the Orange County Grand Jury Report, Long-Term Solutions to Short- Term Rentals . In compliance with California Penal Code section 933.05(a) and (b), the City has responded to each of the findings and recommendations directed to the City in this report. Each finding and recommendation is listed below, followed by the City’s response.

Findings

F1: Despite the increasing media coverage of Online Booki ng Agencies (OBAs), STRs are not a new phenomenon in Orange County.

The City of Garden Grove agrees with this finding.

F2: The steady growth of STR usage in the last decade raises concerns of potential public nuisance.

The City of Garden Grove agrees with this finding.

F3: Even with robust Code Enforcement, a city’s statutory ban on STRs is not enough to keep STRs from operating.

The City of Garden Grove agrees with this finding and employs a part -time Code Enforcement Officer to exclusively enforce the City's prohibition on Short-Term Rentals. In 2024, 125 Short-Term Rentals violations were processed.

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F12: City leaders have no regular communication with each other concerning STR issues, limiting opportunities to develop strategies and expertise to improve service.

The City of Garden Grove agrees with this finding.

Recommendations

R1: Cities should review and begin to update ordinances to keep up with the rapidly changing nature of court findings and legislation related to STRs, by December 31, 2025, and no less frequently than every three years thereafter. (F4, F12)

This recomme ndation will not be implemented because the City does not permit STRs.

R2: Cities should consider developing a plan for upcoming major events that are expected to create a surge in demand for STRs and its associated Transient Occupancy Tax, by December 31, 2025, and no less frequently than every two years thereafter. (F11)

This recomme ndation will not be implemented because the City does not permit STRs.

R9: City leaders should have regular discussions with each other to share STR management strategies on a biannual basis commencing no later than January 1, 2026. (F12)

This recommendation will be implemented. Commencing January 1, 2026, and occurring at least biannually, the Garden Grove City Council will be given the opportunity to discuss STR management strategies in conjunction with updates on Code Enforcement's Short-Term Rental enforcement during public meetings.

Sincerely,

Stephanie Klopfenstein
Mayor

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City of Garden Grove

INTER-DEPARTMENT MEMORANDUM

To:

Lisa L. Kim From: Niki Wetzel
Dept:

City Manager Dept: Community Development
Date: 7/8/2025

Subject: Approval of Amendment No. 1 to the Master Equity Lease agreement with Enterprise Fleet Management, Inc. for the lease and maintenance of three additional vehicles for the Community Development Department. (Cost: Not-to-Exceed $116,000)(Action Item)

OBJECTIVE

For the City Council to approve Amendment No. 1 with Enterprise Fleet Management, Inc. to expand the scope of the agreement to include the lease and maintenance of three additional vehicles.

BACKGROUND

On May 25, 2021, the City Council approved a five-year Master Equity Lease and Maintenance Agreement with Enterprise Fleet Management, Inc. to replace five vehicles scheduled for retirement from the City’s existing fleet. Two of the vehicles were assigned to the Housing Authority for inspections, whi le the remaining three were assigned to Community Development for building inspections, administrative use, and municipal code enforcement.

The current lease and maintenance term ends in Fiscal Year 2026-27 (June 2027).

DISCUSSION

At the end of Fiscal Ye ar 2023-24, the Community Development Department submitted a request for three additional vehicles to support newly-approved positions. These vehicles were delivered in Fiscal Year 2024 -25 and have been assigned as follows: two vehicles for new building inspector positions and one vehicle for the grant -funded Tobacco Code Enforcement Officer. All three positions are full -time field staff roles that require daily transportation.

These positions were funded after the original agreement was approved, prompting a separate vehicle request. At the time, it was unclear that a formal amendment to the Enterprise Agreement would be required for these additional vehicles. This amendment 107
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addresses that oversight by formally expanding the scope of the agreement to include the lease and maintenance of the three new vehicles.

FINANCIAL IMPACT

The total cost for the Enterprise five-year lease and maintenance agreement for three vehicles shall not exceed $116,000. Funds to lease and maintain two of the vehicles are av ailable in the department’s budget as an ongoing expense. Grant funds are available to cover the lease and maintenance of one vehicle for the three-year term of this agreement. There will be no additional impact on the General Fund.

RECOMMENDATION

It is recommended that the City Council:

 Approve Amendment No. 1 with Enterprise Fleet Management Inc., for a five- year lease and maintenance of three additional vehicles; and  Authorize the City Manager , or designee, to execute Amendment No. 1 and other documents necessary to effectuate the lease and maintenance program.

By: Kenneth Le, Administrative Analyst

ATTACHMENT(S)

1. Lease breakdown for 3 Vehicles

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Supplemental to and part of Master Equity Lease Agreement date: 05/25/2021

1. Lessee Name City of Garden Grove Delivery Date 06/27/2024 Address 13802 Newhope St Customer# 241517
City GARDEN GROVE State CA Postal Code 92843-3795
ATTN
Driver Alternate Driver tbd
Address 13802 Newhope St Garage County ORANGE
City GARDEN GROVE State CA Postal Code 92843-3715

2. Lease Term Commencing on the delivery date of the vehicle and ending 60 months after the first full monthly rental payment date. with an option to continue month-to-month for an unlimited period of time.

3. Vehicle Description Year 2024 Make Nissan Model Versa Series 1.6 SV 4dr Sedan
License # DH41A68 Unit # 284648 Replacement Unit # VIN# 3N1CN8EV5RL883288

4. Monthly Rental and Other Payments Due
4A. Calculation of Monthly Rental
$21,162.00 Capitalized Price of Vehicle
$0.00 Initial License Fee
$0.00 Sales Tax
$343.19 Other: (See Page 2)
$0.00 Extended Mechanical Service Program
$0.00 Less Gain Applied From Prior Unit
$0.00 Less Capitalized Price Reduction
$21,505.19 Total Capitalized Amount (Delivered Price)
$290.32 Depreciation Reserve @1.35%
$131.94 Monthly Lease Charge
$422.26 Total Monthly Rental Excluding Additional Services *** Report is based on ***
*** Delivery/Activation Date ***
Additional Services
$44.22 Full Maintenance1 Contract Miles 25,000 Overmileage Charge $0.0504 Per Mile Incl: # Brake Sets (1 Set = 1Axle) 0 # Tires 0 Loaner Vehicle Not Included Master Policy Enrollment Fees
$0.00 Physical Damage Management Comp/Collision Deductible 0/0 $0.00 Commercial Automobile Liability Enrollment
Liability Limit $0.00
$466.48 Monthly Rental Sub-Total
$36.95 Sales Tax 8.7500 State CA
$503.43 Total Monthly Rental Including Additional Services 4B. Initial Charges
$67.13 Pro-Rated Rental
$503.43 First Month's Rental
$0.00 Security Deposit
$0.00 Tax on Security Deposit
$0.00 Capitalized Price Reduction
$0.00 Tax on Capitalized Price Reduction
$0.00 Tax on Gain On Prior
$0.00 Tax on Incentive ( Taxable Incentive Total : $0.00 ) $0.00 License and Certain Other Charges
$0.00 Aftermarket Equipment
$0.00 Other
$907.44 Total Initial Charges
4C. Service Charge $450.00 Service Charge Due at Lease Termination 4D. Reduced Book Value $4,085.99 Reduced Book Value at Lease Termination Quote based on estimated annual mileage of 5,000
Special Provisions
As set forth in the Master Open - End (Equity) Lease Agreement, the terms and provisions contained in this schedule shall be conclusive and binding on Lessee unless Lessee objects in writing to the same within ten (10) days after the date of delivery of the vehicle.

Enterprise FM Trust, a Delaware statutory trust, is the owner of the vehicle covered by this Schedule. Enterprise FM Trust (not Enterprise Fleet Management) is and shall be deemed to be the Lessor of such vehicle under the Master Open - End (Equity) Lease Agreement and shall have all rights and obligations of the Lessor under the Master Open - End (Equity) Lease Agreement with respect to such vehicle. All rental and other payments owed by the Lessee with respect to such vehicle under the Master Open - End (Equity) Lease Agreement shall be paid to Enterprise Fleet Management in its capacity as the servicer for Enterprise FM Trust. All references in Sections 11(a) and 12 of the Master Open - End (Equity) Lease Agreement to the "Lessor" shall include any servicer(s) and/or other agent(s) for or of Enterprise FM Trust. Lessee must maintain insurance coverage on the vehicle as set forth in Section 11 of the Master Open-End (Equity) Lease Agreement until the vehicle is sold.

Open - End (Equity) Lease Schedule Quote No: 8026425
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1The inclusion herein of references to maintenance fees/services are solely for the administrative convenience of Lessee. Notwithstanding the inclusion of such references in this [Invoice/Schedule/Quote], all such maintenance services are to be performed by Enterprise Fleet Management, Inc., and all such maintenance fees are payable by Lessee solely for the account of Enterprise Fleet Management, Inc., pursuant to that certain separate [Maintenance Agreement] entered into by and between Lessee and Enterprise Fleet Management, Inc.; provided that such maintenance fees are being billed by Enterprise FM Trust, and are payable at the direction of Enterprise FM Trust, solely as an authorized agent for collection on behalf of Enterprise Fleet Management, Inc.

Aftermarket Equipment Totals
Description (B)illed or (C)apped Price
Total Billed $0.00
Total Capitalized $0.00
Total $0.00

Other Totals
Description (B)illed or (C)apped Price
Total Billed $0.00
Initial Administration Fee C $140.00
Pricing Plan Delivery Charge C $125.00
Miscellaneous C $0.00
Courtesy Delivery Fee C $0.00
Interim Interest C $78.19
Total Capitalized $343.19
Total $343.19
*** Report is based on ***
*** Delivery/Activation Date ***
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Supplemental to and part of Master Equity Lease Agreement date: 05/25/2021

1. Lessee Name City of Garden Grove Delivery Date 06/27/2024 Address 13802 Newhope St Customer# 241517
City GARDEN GROVE State CA Postal Code 92843-3795
ATTN
Driver Alternate Driver tbd
Address 13802 Newhope St Garage County ORANGE
City GARDEN GROVE State CA Postal Code 92843-3715

2. Lease Term Commencing on the delivery date of the vehicle and ending 60 months after the first full monthly rental payment date. with an option to continue month-to-month for an unlimited period of time.

3. Vehicle Description Year 2024 Make Nissan Model Versa Series 1.6 SV 4dr Sedan
License # DH41A28 Unit # 28464K Replacement Unit # VIN# 3N1CN8EV0RL855107

4. Monthly Rental and Other Payments Due
4A. Calculation of Monthly Rental
$21,677.38 Capitalized Price of Vehicle
$0.00 Initial License Fee
$0.00 Sales Tax
$341.00 Other: (See Page 2)
$0.00 Extended Mechanical Service Program
$0.00 Less Gain Applied From Prior Unit
$0.00 Less Capitalized Price Reduction
$22,018.38 Total Capitalized Amount (Delivered Price)
$297.25 Depreciation Reserve @1.35%
$135.00 Monthly Lease Charge
$432.25 Total Monthly Rental Excluding Additional Services *** Report is based on ***
*** Delivery/Activation Date ***
Additional Services
$0.00 Full Maintenance1 Contract Miles 0 Overmileage Charge $0.0000 Per Mile Incl: # Brake Sets (1 Set = 1Axle) 0 # Tires 0 Loaner Vehicle Not Included Master Policy Enrollment Fees
$0.00 Physical Damage Management Comp/Collision Deductible 0/0 $0.00 Commercial Automobile Liability Enrollment
Liability Limit $0.00
$432.25 Monthly Rental Sub-Total
$37.82 Sales Tax 8.7500 State CA
$470.07 Total Monthly Rental Including Additional Services 4B. Initial Charges
$62.67 Pro-Rated Rental
$470.07 First Month's Rental
$0.00 Security Deposit
$0.00 Tax on Security Deposit
$0.00 Capitalized Price Reduction
$0.00 Tax on Capitalized Price Reduction
$0.00 Tax on Gain On Prior
$0.00 Tax on Incentive ( Taxable Incentive Total : $0.00 ) $0.00 License and Certain Other Charges
$0.00 Aftermarket Equipment
$0.00 Other
$859.14 Total Initial Charges
4C. Service Charge $450.00 Service Charge Due at Lease Termination 4D. Reduced Book Value $4,183.38 Reduced Book Value at Lease Termination Quote based on estimated annual mileage of 5,000
Special Provisions
As set forth in the Master Open - End (Equity) Lease Agreement, the terms and provisions contained in this schedule shall be conclusive and binding on Lessee unless Lessee objects in writing to the same within ten (10) days after the date of delivery of the vehicle.

Enterprise FM Trust, a Delaware statutory trust, is the owner of the vehicle covered by this Schedule. Enterprise FM Trust (not Enterprise Fleet Management) is and shall be deemed to be the Lessor of such vehicle under the Master Open - End (Equity) Lease Agreement and shall have all rights and obligations of the Lessor under the Master Open - End (Equity) Lease Agreement with respect to such vehicle. All rental and other payments owed by the Lessee with respect to such vehicle under the Master Open - End (Equity) Lease Agreement shall be paid to Enterprise Fleet Management in its capacity as the servicer for Enterprise FM Trust. All references in Sections 11(a) and 12 of the Master Open - End (Equity) Lease Agreement to the "Lessor" shall include any servicer(s) and/or other agent(s) for or of Enterprise FM Trust. Lessee must maintain insurance coverage on the vehicle as set forth in Section 11 of the Master Open-End (Equity) Lease Agreement until the vehicle is sold.

Open - End (Equity) Lease Schedule Quote No: 8072895
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1The inclusion herein of references to maintenance fees/services are solely for the administrative convenience of Lessee. Notwithstanding the inclusion of such references in this [Invoice/Schedule/Quote], all such maintenance services are to be performed by Enterprise Fleet Management, Inc., and all such maintenance fees are payable by Lessee solely for the account of Enterprise Fleet Management, Inc., pursuant to that certain separate [Maintenance Agreement] entered into by and between Lessee and Enterprise Fleet Management, Inc.; provided that such maintenance fees are being billed by Enterprise FM Trust, and are payable at the direction of Enterprise FM Trust, solely as an authorized agent for collection on behalf of Enterprise Fleet Management, Inc.

Aftermarket Equipment Totals
Description (B)illed or (C)apped Price
Total Billed $0.00
Total Capitalized $0.00
Total $0.00

Other Totals
Description (B)illed or (C)apped Price
Total Billed $0.00
Initial Administration Fee C $140.00
Pricing Plan Delivery Charge C $125.00
Miscellaneous C $0.00
Courtesy Delivery Fee C $0.00
Interim Interest C $76.00
Total Capitalized $341.00
Total $341.00
*** Report is based on ***
*** Delivery/Activation Date ***
Open - End (Equity) Lease Schedule Quote No: 8072895
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Supplemental to and part of Master Equity Lease Agreement date: 05/25/2021

1. Lessee Name City of Garden Grove Delivery Date 12/20/2024 Address 13802 Newhope St Customer# 241517
City GARDEN GROVE State CA Postal Code 92843-3795
ATTN
Driver Alternate Driver tbd
Address 11222 Acacia Pkwy Garage County Orange
City Garden Grove State CA Postal Code 92840-5208

2. Lease Term Commencing on the delivery date of the vehicle and ending 60 months after the first full monthly rental payment date. with an option to continue month-to-month for an unlimited period of time.

3. Vehicle Description Year 2024 Make Nissan Model Frontier Series S 4x2 King Cab 6 ft. box 126 in. WB
License # DX88Z38 Unit # 28NMTF Replacement Unit # VIN# 1N6ED1CL5RN666807

4. Monthly Rental and Other Payments Due
4A. Calculation of Monthly Rental
$32,245.00 Capitalized Price of Vehicle
$0.00 Initial License Fee
$0.00 Sales Tax
$441.34 Other: (See Page 2)
$0.00 Extended Mechanical Service Program
$0.00 Less Gain Applied From Prior Unit
$0.00 Less Capitalized Price Reduction
$32,686.34 Total Capitalized Amount (Delivered Price)
$441.27 Depreciation Reserve @1.35%
$195.21 Monthly Lease Charge
$636.48 Total Monthly Rental Excluding Additional Services *** Report is based on ***
*** Delivery/Activation Date ***
Additional Services
$46.18 Full Maintenance1 Contract Miles 25,000 Overmileage Charge $0.0504 Per Mile Incl: # Brake Sets (1 Set = 1Axle) 0 # Tires 0 Loaner Vehicle Not Included Master Policy Enrollment Fees
$0.00 Physical Damage Management Comp/Collision Deductible 0/0 $0.00 Commercial Automobile Liability Enrollment
Liability Limit $0.00
$682.66 Monthly Rental Sub-Total
$55.70 Tax 8.7500 State CA
$738.36 Total Monthly Rental Including Additional Services 4B. Initial Charges
$285.82 Pro-Rated Rental
$738.36 First Month's Rental
$0.00 Security Deposit
$0.00 Tax on Security Deposit
$0.00 Capitalized Price Reduction
$0.00 Tax on Capitalized Price Reduction
$0.00 Tax on Gain On Prior
$83.12 Tax on Incentive ( Taxable Incentive Total : $950.00 ) $487.22 License and Certain Other Charges
$0.00 Aftermarket Equipment
$0.00 Other
$1,594.52 Total Initial Charges
4C. Service Charge $450.00 Service Charge Due at Lease Termination 4D. Reduced Book Value $6,159.07 Reduced Book Value at Lease Termination Quote based on estimated annual mileage of 5,000
Special Provisions
As set forth in the Master Open - End (Equity) Lease Agreement, the terms and provisions contained in this schedule shall be conclusive and binding on Lessee unless Lessee objects in writing to the same within ten (10) days after the date of delivery of the vehicle.

Enterprise FM Trust, a Delaware statutory trust, is the owner of the vehicle covered by this Schedule. Enterprise FM Trust (not Enterprise Fleet Management) is and shall be deemed to be the Lessor of such vehicle under the Master Open - End (Equity) Lease Agreement and shall have all rights and obligations of the Lessor under the Master Open - End (Equity) Lease Agreement with respect to such vehicle. All rental and other payments owed by the Lessee with respect to such vehicle under the Master Open - End (Equity) Lease Agreement shall be paid to Enterprise Fleet Management in its capacity as the servicer for Enterprise FM Trust. All references in Sections 11(a) and 12 of the Master Open - End (Equity) Lease Agreement to the "Lessor" shall include any servicer(s) and/or other agent(s) for or of Enterprise FM Trust. Lessee must maintain insurance coverage on the vehicle as set forth in Section 11 of the Master Open-End (Equity) Lease Agreement until the vehicle is sold.

Open - End (Equity) Lease Schedule Quote No: 8516774
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1The inclusion herein of references to maintenance fees/services are solely for the administrative convenience of Lessee. Notwithstanding the inclusion of such references in this [Invoice/Schedule/Quote], all such maintenance services are to be performed by Enterprise Fleet Management, Inc., and all such maintenance fees are payable by Lessee solely for the account of Enterprise Fleet Management, Inc., pursuant to that certain separate [Maintenance Agreement] entered into by and between Lessee and Enterprise Fleet Management, Inc.; provided that such maintenance fees are being billed by Enterprise FM Trust, and are payable at the direction of Enterprise FM Trust, solely as an authorized agent for collection on behalf of Enterprise Fleet Management, Inc.

Aftermarket Equipment Totals
Description (B)illed or (C)apped Price
Total Billed $0.00
Key Fobs C $395.00
Total Capitalized $395.00
Total $395.00

Other Totals
Description (B)illed or (C)apped Price
Total Billed $0.00
Initial Administration Fee C $250.00
Tax on Initial Administration Fee C $0.00
Pricing Plan Delivery Charge C $125.00
Tax on Pricing Plan Delivery Charge C $0.00
Miscellaneous C $0.00
Tax on Miscellaneous C $0.00
Courtesy Delivery Fee C $0.00
Tax on Courtesy Delivery Fee C $0.00
Interim Interest C $66.34
Tax on Interim Interest C $0.00
Total Capitalized $441.34
Total $441.34
*** Report is based on ***
*** Delivery/Activation Date ***
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Final

City of Garden Grove

INTER-DEPARTMENT MEMORANDUM

To:

Lisa L. Kim From: Niki Wetzel
Dept:

City Manager Dept: Community Development
Date: 7/8/2025

Subject: Introduction and First Reading of Ordinances approving Zoning Text Amendment Nos. A-042-2025(A) and A-042-2025(B) to amend various provisions of Title 9 (Land Use) of the Garden Grove Municipal Code to comply and conform to changes in State and federal law, and City policies. (Action Item)

OBJECTIVE

To transmit a recommendation from the Planning Commission to the City Council to take the following actions: (i) to introduce and conduct the first reading of an Ordinance approving Zoning Amendment No. A -040-2024(A) to update Chapter 9.54 (Accessory Dwelling Units and Junior Accessory Dwelling Units) to conform to changes in State law and City policies ; and (ii) to introduce and conduct the first reading of an Ordinance approving Zoning Amendment No. A-040-2024(B) updating Chapters 9.04 (General Provisions), 9.08 (Single- Family Residential Development Standards), 9.12 (Multifamily Residential Development Standards), 9.16 (Commercial, Office Professional, Industrial, and Open Space Development Standards), 9.18 (Mixed Use Regulations and Development Standards), 9.32 (Procedures and Hearings), and 9.60 (Special Housing Regulations) to conform to changes in State law and City policies, and to make clarifications and typographical corrections.

BACKGROUND

The proposed Amendment would modify various chapters of the Garden Grove Municipal Code. The proposed Amendment would: enhance enforceability, simplify application, remove typos, clarify existing standards, update out-of-date language, create consistency across Code chapters, reword subjective standards to become objective, and amend existing provisions in a manner consistent with recently-enacted State laws.

The Amendment was originally scheduled for the May 15, 2025, Planning Commission meeting, but was continued to the June 5, 2025, Planning Commission meeting. On June 5, 2025, the Planning C ommission held a public hearing to consider approval of the proposed Amendment. No members of the public spoke regarding the Amendment, and no written comments were received. By a vote of 5 -1, with one Planning Commissioner absent, the Planning Commission adopted Resolution Nos. 6113-25 and 6114-25 recommending that the 115
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City Council adopt: (i) an ordinance approving Amendment No. A -042-2025(A); and (ii) an ordinance approving Amendment No. A-042-2025(B).

DISCUSSION

Amendment No. A-042-2025(A):

To ensure consistency with the most recent State ADU laws, the State requires cities to update their ADU ordinances. The proposed Code Amendments to the City’s ADU Ordinance fall into the following categories: (1) mandatory updates that the City is required to adopt to comply with State ADU laws and per the California Department of Housing and Community Development (HCD) Accessory Dwelling Unit Handbook; and (2) additional updates aimed at clarifying and improving upon existing ADU code provisions. In part, propo sed changes include:

 For lots with an existing or proposed primary dwelling unit, the City’s ADU Ordinance currently allows a maximum of one (1) ADU and one (1) JADU per lot. Pursuant to Government Code Section 66323, the State now requires the City to allow an additional third type of ADU, in the form of an ADU conversion. An ADU conversion is typically a conversion of existing space within an existing single -family dwelling or within an existing accessory structure. (GGMC § 9.54.030.A)

 For lots with a n existing or proposed multiple -family development, the City’s ADU Ordinance currently allows up to two (2) detached ADUs, or ADU conversions of non - habitable space(s) attached to an existing multiple-family development, up to 25% of the number of existing multiple-family units. Pursuant to Government Code Section 66323, the State now requires the City to allow up to eight (8) detached ADUs for existing multi-family developments (however, the number of detached ADUs allow ed must not exceed the number of existing units on the lot), plus ADU conversions of non-habitable space(s) attached to an existing multiple -family development, up to 25% of the number of existing multiple-family units. (GGMC § 9.54.030.B)

 ADU laws have clarified that when the application of a development standard would prohibit the construction of a new ADU of at least 800 square feet, the City shall waive such standards to the extent necessary, to allow the construction of an ADU that is at least 800 square feet in size. (GGMC § 9.54.040.A)

 The maximum ADU building height will increase to align with State law. State law establishes a building height of sixteen feet (16’-0”) for detached ADUs, and includes allowances for additional building height increase. D etached ADUs may be up to eighteen feet (18’-0”) in height if located within a half-mile walking distance of a major transit stop or high-quality transit corridor. An additional two feet (2’-0”) is allowed to match the roof pitch of the primary dwelling. In addition, for attached ADUs, the maximum height is twenty -five feet (25’-0”), or the height of the existing primary dwelling, if it is lower than twenty -five feet (25’-0”). Additionally, cities must allow attached ADUs to be up to two (2) stories. (GGMC § 9.54.040.E)

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 When off-street parking spaces are demolished in conjunction with the construction of an ADU, the City cannot require those parking spaces, which includes uncovered parking spaces, to be replaced. (GGMC § 9.54.040.G)

A summary of the proposed changes can be found in Attachment 4. A full discussion of the Amendment is found in the June 5, 2025, Planning Commission Staff Report (Attachment 3).

Amendment No. A-042-2025(B):

The cleanup Amendment would target Municipal Code Chapters 9.04 (General Provisions),

9.08 (Single -Family Residential Development Standards), 9.12 (Multifamily Residential Development Standards), 9.16 (Commercial, Office Professional, Industrial, and Open Space Development Standards), 9.18 (Mixed Use Regulations a nd Development Standards), 9.32 (Procedures and Hearings), and 9.60 (Special Housing Regulations). Within these chapters, the proposed Amendment would align with the following categories: Cleanup and Formatting, Clarification and Consistency, Enforceability, and State Law Compliance. These changes are non-substantive, as they clarify language, fix typographical errors, improve formatting, create consistent standards across zones, and update definitions. In part, key proposed changes include:

 Allowing bank uses in the CC-3 (Civic Center Core) zone to correct a typographical error (GGMC § 9.18.020.030 – Table 9.18-1).

 Allow “thrift retail stores” as a by-right use in commercial and mixed use zones pursuant to Assembly Bill 2632 (2024), which prohibits local agencies from treating thrift retail stores differently from non-thrift retail stores for zoning, development, or permitting purposes. The Amendment would add a definition for “thrift retail stores” and allow them by-right in the C-1 (Neighborhood Commercial), C-2 (Community Commercial), C-3 (Heavy Commercial), GGMU-1, 2, 3 (Garden Grove Boulevard Mixed Use 1, 2, and 3), CC-1 (Civic Center East), CC-2 (Civic Center Main Street), CC-3 (Civic Center Core), NMU (Neighborhood Mixed Use), and AR (Adaptive Reus e) zones (GGMC §§

9.04.060.C, 9.16.020.030.A Table 1 & 9.18.020.030 Table 9.18-1)

 Removing outdated orientation and access requirements for tattoo shops and arcade uses in mixed use zones, which require the entrance to face a principal, major, or primary street. The City originally established orientation and access requirements for tattoo shops and arcade uses in response to concerns related to these uses by the Police Department. Over time, the concerns have lessened since these types of uses no longer tend to be problematic. The sentiment from the Police Department is that these standards have become outdated. Therefore, the proposed Amendment would remove these standards. (GGMC §§ 9.18.020.030 Table 9.18-1 & 9.18.030.040.A.2)

 Removing the one-acre minimum lot size requirement for religious uses. The minimum acreage requirement would be removed by the Amendment for religious uses in single- family, multiple-family, commercial, and mixed use zones since it is considered outdated has been challenged a s being inconsistent with the Religious Land Use and Institutionalized Persons Act (RLUIPA). (GGMC §§ 9.08.020.050.A, 9.12.020.050.A,

9.16.020.050.K, & 9.18.030.120)
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 Removing the Conditional Use Permit (CUP) requirement for fortunetelling uses.

Fortunetelling implicates free speech and free exercise of religion rights. Fortunetelling is listed as a permitted use in the GGMU (Garden Grove Mixed Use) zones, but is still listed as subject to a CUP in the C-2, C-3, and NMU zones. The proposed Amendment would eliminate the CUP requirement in these zones. (GGMC §§ 9.16.020.030.A Table 1 & 9.18.020.030 Table 9.18-1)

 Establishing shared parking agreement procedures and standards for the sharing of underutilized parking spaces by different sites to comply with Assembly Bill 894 (2023), which allows separate sites to share parking if one site has excess parking capacity and a shared parking agreement is approved by the City. The Amendment would add shared parking procedures and standards for multiple -family, commercial/industrial, office professional, and mixed use zones, consistent with AB 894’s provisions. (GGMC §§ 9.12.040.200.A, 9.16.040.170.A.1, 9.18.140.050.C, & 9.18.140.060.H

 Updating entitlement appeal provisions to clarify the intent and make appeal periods more consistent with neighboring cities. The Amendment would add specific procedural language for both the appealing party, and for City Staff, and update the appeal period from 21 days to ten (10) days. (GGMC §§ 9.32.110, 9.32.120, 9.32.130, & 9.32.150)

 Requiring public hearing notices to be sent to residential tenants, in addition to property owners. In surveying adjacent cities, Staff has found that six (6) adjacent cities notice both owners and tenants. (GGMC § 9.32.060)

 Updating public noticing procedures for entitlement projects, including to address state law changes for noticing for Amendments. The Code currently requires a ten (10) day noticing period for public hearings upon a proposed Amendment to Title 9. Assembly Bill 2904 (2024) increased the required minimum noticing period for a public hearing to consider a zoning ordinance or Amendment from 10 days to 20 days . (GGMC §

9.32.060)

A summary of the proposed changes can be found in Attachment 4. A full discussion of the Amendment is found in the June 5, 2025, Planning Commission Staff Report (Attachment 3).

Note that the proposed Ordinance approving Code Amendment No. A-042-2025(B) incorporates a few additional non -substantive corrections of typographical and numbering errors in the “Proposed Code Amendment Redlines” reviewed by the Planning Commission.

Environmental Review:

The proposed Amendments to the City’s ADU and JADU Code provisions are statutorily exempt and not subject to California Environmental Quality Act (“CEQA”) pursuant to Public Resources Code Section 21080.17 and CEQA Guidelines Section 15282(h).

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up Code Amendments are also categorically exempt from r eview under CEQA because they are or relate to activities that fall within CEQA’s Class 1 and/or Class 3 exemptions (CEQA Guidelines Section 15301 and Section 15303). To the extent not otherwise exempt from review for other reasons, the proposed Code Amen dments are also exempt from CEQA pursuant to the “common sense” exemption because it can be seen with certainty there is no possibility they may have a significant impact on the environment (CEQA Guidelines Section 15061(b)(3)).

FINANCIAL IMPACT

None.

RECOMMENDATION

It is recommended that the City Council:

 Conduct a Public Hearing;

 Introduce and conduct the first reading of an Ordinance approving Amendment No.

A-042-2025(A), and pass to second reading; and

 Introduce and conduct the first reading of an Ordinance approving Amendment No.

A-042-2025(B), and pass to second reading.

ATTACHMENT(S)

1. Attachment 1: Draft City Council Ordinance for Amendment A-042-2025(A)

2. Attachment 2: Draft City Council Ordinance for Amendment A-042-2025(B)

3. Attachment 3: Planning Commission Staff Report dated June 5, 2025, with associated Resolutions and Minute Excerpt

4. Attachment 4: Summary List of Proposed Amendments for A-042-2025(A) and (B)

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AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF GARDEN GROVE APPROVING ZONING AMENDMENT NO. A-042-2024(A), A TEXT AMENDMENT TO CHAPTER 9.54 (ACCESSORY DWELLING UNITS AND JUNIOR
ACCESSORY DWELLING UNITS) OF TITLE 9 (LAND USE) OF THE GARDEN GROVE MUNICIPAL CODE TO COMPLY WITH STATE LAW.

CITY ATTORNEY SUMMARY

This Ordinance approves a zoning text amendment to Chapter 9.54 (Accessory Dwelling Units and Junior Accessory Dwelling Units) of Title 9 (Land Use) of the Garden Grove Municipal Code to conform to recent changes in State law and California Department of Housing and Community Development guidance and to make certain clarifying changes. The c hanges to Chapter 9.54 include, without limitation, updates to statutory references; allowing up to eight (8) detached ADUs on lots with an existing multiple -family development per State law, inclusion of objective standards for architectural compatibility between an ADU and the primary dwelling; increases in maximum height limits for ADUs to align with State law ; clarification that uncovered parking spaces that are demolished to accommodate an ADU are not required to be replaced ; clarification that the construction of an ADU does not trigger a requirement that fire sprinklers be installed in the existing primary dwelling; the establishment of procedures to facilitate the review and approval of pre-approved ADU plans and the exemption of projects that use pre - approved ADU plans from architectural compatibility requirements; and clarification that a 150 square -foot addition is allowed for ADU conversions of both attached and/or detached accessory structures and that ADU conversions are allowed to add porches and/or patios, up to eighty (80) square feet.

THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF GARDEN GROVE FINDS AND DETERMINES AS FOLLOWS:

WHEREAS, the City of Garden Grove is proposing a zoning text amendment to Chapter

9.54 (Accessory Dwelling Units and Junior Accessory Dwelling Units) of Title 9 (Land Use) of the Garden Grove Municipal Code to conform to changes in State law; and

WHEREAS, the proposed Zoning Amendment No. A-042-2024(A) would amend the existing Land Use Code provisions governing accessory dwelling units and junior accessor dwelling units to bring them into compliance with current State law and California Department of Housing and Community Development (HCD) guidance and to provide additional clarity; and

WHEREAS, following a public hearing held on June 5, 2025, the Garden Grove Planning Commission adopted Resolution No. 6113-25 recommending the City Council to approve Zoning Amendment No. A-042-2025(A); and

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WHEREAS, pursuant to a legal notice, a Public Hearing regarding Zoning Amendment No.

A-042-2025(A) was held by the City Council on July 8, 2025 , and all interested persons were given an opportunity to be heard; and

WHEREAS, the City Council gave due and careful consideration to the matter during its meeting of July 8, 2025, and considered all oral and written testimony presented; and

WHEREAS, this ordinance is statutorily exempt from review under the California Environmental Quality Act (“CEQA”), Cal. Pub. Resources Code Section 21000 et seq., pursuant to Public Resources Code Section 21080.17 and CEQA Guidelines Section 15282(h); and

WHEREAS, the City Council hereby incorporates by reference the findings and reason s set forth in Planning Commission Resolution No. 6113-25 and makes the following findings regarding Amendment No. A-042-2025(A):

A. Zoning Amendment No. A-042-2025(A) is internally consistent with the goals, policies, and elements of the General Plan.

B. Zoning Amendment No. A-042-2025(A) is deemed to promote the public interest, health, safety and welfare.

NOW, THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF GARDEN GROVE DOES ORDAIN AS FOLLOWS:

SECTION 1. The City Council finds that the above recitals are true and correct.

SECTION 2. Zoning Amendment No. A-042-2025(A) is hereby approved pursuant to the findings set forth herein and the facts and reasons stated herein and in Planning Commission Resolution No. 6113-25, a copy of which is on file in the City Clerk’s Office and incorporated herein by reference with the same force and effect as if set forth in full.

SECTION 3. Chapter 9.54 (Accessory Dwelling Units and Junior Accessory Dwelling Units) of Title 9 (Land Use) of the Garden Grove Municipal Code is hereby amended and restated in its entirety to read as follows:

CHAPTER 9.54 ACCESSORY DWELLING UNITS AND JUNIOR ACCESSORY

DWELLING UNITS

§ 9.54.010 Purpose, Applicability, Definitions, Effect of Conforming, Interpretation.

A. Purpose. The purpose of this chapter is to provide for and regulate the development of accessory dwelling units (ADUs) and junior accessory dwelling units (JADUs) in a manner consistent with state law.

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B. Applicability. Except as otherwise provided by state law, the standards and limitations set forth in this chapter apply to the development of new ADUs and JADUs in the City.

C. Definitions. As used in this chapter, the following terms shall have the following meanings:

1. The terms "accessory dwelling unit," "accessory structure," "efficiency unit," "living area," “livable space,” "nonconforming zoning condition," "passageway," "proposed dwelling," "public transit," and "tandem parking" all have the same meaning as that stated in Government Code Section 66313 as that section may be amended from time to time. The terms "accessory dwelling unit" and "ADU" shall have the same meaning.

2. The term "junior accessory dwelling unit" shall have the same meaning as that stated in Government Code Section 66313 as that section may be amended from time to time. The terms "junior accessory dwelling unit" and "JADU" shall have the same meaning.

3. The term "attached ADU" means an ADU, other than a converted ADU, that is physically attached to a primary dwelling structure or physically attached to an accessory structure that is attached to a primary dwelling structure.

4. The term "detached ADU" means an ADU, other than a converted ADU, that is physically separated from, but located on the same lot as, a primary dwelling structure.

5. The term "converted ADU" means an A DU that is constructed within all or a portion of the permitted existing interior space of an accessory structure or within all or a portion of the permitted existing interior space of a dwelling structure, including bedrooms, attached garages, storage are as, or similar uses. A converted ADU also includes an ADU that is constructed in the same location and to the same dimensions as a permitted existing structure or portion of a permitted existing structure.

6. The term "Director" means the City of Garden G rove Director of Community Development, or designee.

D. Effect of Conforming. An ADU and/or JADU that conforms to the provisions of this chapter shall:

1. Be deemed an accessory use or an accessory building and shall not be considered to exceed the allowable density for the lot upon which it is located;

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3. Not be considered in the application of any local ordinance, policy, or program to limit residential growth.

E. Interpretation. The provisions of this chapter shall be interpreted to be consistent with the provisions of Chapter 13 of Division 1 of Title 7 of the Government Code (Section 66310 et. seq.) and shall be applied in a manner that is consistent with state law.

§ 9.54.020 Locations Permitted.

A. Permitted ADU Locations. ADUs conforming to the provisions in this chapter may be located on any lot in the City that is zoned to allow single -family or multiple-family residential uses and that includes a proposed or existing legally developed single - family or multiple-family dwelling.

B. Permitted JADU Locations. JADUs conforming to the provisions in this chapter may be located within a proposed or ex isting legally developed single -family dwelling on any lot in the City that is zoned to allow single-family residential uses.

§ 9.54.030 Number of ADUs and JADUs Permitted.

A. Single-Family Lots. Except as otherwise provided in Government Code Section 66323, no more than one ADU and/or one JADU is permitted on a lot developed or proposed to be developed with a single-family dwelling.

B. Multiple-Family Lots. Multiple -family lots may have multiple detached ADUs, not to exceed the numbers pursuant to subsections B.1 and B.2 and one or more converted ADUs pursuant to subsection B.3.

1. No more than a total of eight detached ADUs may be constructed on a lot developed with an existing multiple -family dwelling structure. However, the number of detached ADUs shall not exceed the number of existing multiple - family units on the lot. If two, or more, detached ADUs are constructed, they do not need to be detached from each other or other accessory structures on the lot.

2. No more than a total of two detached ADU s may be constructed on a lot proposed to be developed with one or more multiple-family dwelling structures.

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multiple-family structure. The number of ADUs permitted under this subsection shall not exceed 25% of the existing multiple -family dwelling units on the lot.

For the purpose of calculating the number of allowable accessory dwelling units:
(a) previously approved ADUs shall not count towards the existing number of multiple-family dwelling units; and (b) fractions shall be rounded down to the next lower number of dwelling unit, except that at least one converted ADU shall be allowed.

§ 9.54.040 ADU Requirements.

A. Development Standards. Except as modified by this section or as otherwise provided by state law, an ADU shall conform to the development standards applicable to the lot on which it is located as set forth in this tit le and/or in an applicable specific plan or planned unit development ordinance or resolution. Pursuant to Sections 9.12.040.030 and 9.18.110.040, lots located in multiple -family residential and mixed -use zoning districts that are improved with single -family residential uses are subject to certain single-family residential development standards. Notwithstanding the foregoing, when the application of a development standard related to floor area ratio, front setbacks, building separation, lot coverage, open-space, or minimum lot size would prohibit the construction of an attached or detached ADU of at least 800 square feet, such standard shall be waived to the extent necessary to allow construction of an ADU of up to 800 square feet.

B. Unit Size.

1. Minimum Size. An ADU shall be at least the following minimum sizes based on the number of bedrooms provided:

a. Efficiency units: 150 square feet.

b. Studio: 220 square feet.

c. One bedroom: 500 square feet.

d. Two or more bedrooms: 700 square feet.

2. Maximum Size.

a. Attached ADUs. The total floor area of an attached ADU shall not exceed the following:

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square feet, an attached ADU may have a total floor area of up to 800 square feet.

ii. Two or more bedrooms: 1,200 square feet or 50% of the floor area of the primary dwelling unit, whichever is less; provided, however, that if the size of the primary dwelling unit is less than 1,600 square feet, an attached ADU may have a total floor area of up to 800 square feet.

b. Detached ADUs. The total floor area of a detached ADU shall not exceed the following:

i. Studio or one bedroom: 850 square feet.

ii. Two or more bedrooms: 1,200 square feet.

c. Converted ADUs. The maximum size limitations set forth in this subsection do not apply to converted ADUs that do not increase the existing floor area of a struc ture. In addition, a converted ADU created within an existing accessory structure may include an expansion of not more than 150 square feet beyond the same physical dimensions as the existing attached or detached accessory structure to the extent necessary to accommodate ingress and egress.

3. Porches, Patios, and Garages.

a. An attached or detached ADU, including converted ADUs, may include an attached covered patio and/or porch, which, if provided, shall be integrated into the design of the ADU and shall not exceed 80 square feet in size.

b. An attached or detached ADU may include an attached one-car garage, which, if provided, shall not exceed 250 square feet in size inside dimension. The enclosed one -car garage shall maintain a minimum interior pa rking area of 10 feet by 20 feet. No storage cabinets or mechanical equipment, including, but not limited to, water heaters, utility sinks, or washers and dryers, shall encroach into the required parking area.

c. In no event shall the total combined area of an ADU and attached porch, patio, and/or garage exceed 1,530 square feet.

C. Setbacks.

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1. Front Yard Setbacks. New attached and detached ADUs are subject to the same minimum front yard setback requirements applicable to other structures on the lot on which the ADU is located. Notwithstanding the foregoing, a portion of an ADU may be constructed within the required front setback area if, and only to the extent that, application of the minimum front setback requirement would not permit an ADU of up to 8 00 square feet to be constructed on the lot in compliance with all other applicable development standards.

2. Side and Rear Yard Setbacks. Minimum setbacks of no less than four feet from the side and rear lot lines are required for new attached and detach ed ADUs, new expansions to converted ADUs allowed pursuant to subsection B.2.c, and any new one-car garage, porch, and/or patio, allowed for a new ADU pursuant to subsection B.3.

3. Converted ADUs. No setbacks are required for converted ADUs, provided the side and rear yard setbacks of the existing converted structure are sufficient for fire and safety, as dictated by current applicable uniform building and fire codes.

4. Any new ADU garage that opens directly to any street or alley shall observe a setback of not less than 20 feet. When a new ADU garage abuts an alley and the access to the garage is perpendicular to the alley, the garage shall not be constructed closer than 20 feet to the centerline of the alley and shall maintain a minimum setback of five feet from the property line.

D. Building Separation.

1. A minimum separation of six feet is required between a detached ADU and the primary dwelling unit.

2. A minimum separation of six feet is required between attached or detached ADU and all other structures not attached to the ADU, including garages, on the property.

3. Building separation requirements do not apply to converted ADUs that do not include an expansion of the floor area of the existing structure.

E. Height.

1. Detached ADUs.

a. Except as provided below, the height of a detached ADU on a lot with an existing or proposed single -family or multiple -family dwelling unit shall not be more than 16 feet in height.

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b. The height of a detached ADU located on a lot with an existing or proposed multiple -family, multistory dwelling unit shall not exceed eighteen (18) feet.

c. The height of a detached ADU located on a lot with an existing or proposed single-family or multiple-family dwelling unit that is within one- half of one mile walking distance of a major transit stop or a high-quality transit corridor, as those terms are defined in Section 21155 of the Public Resources Code, shall not exceed eighteen (18) feet; provided, however, that up to an additional two (2) feet in height is allowed if necessary to accommodate a roof pitch on the ADU that is aligned with the roof pitch of the primary dwelling unit.

2. Attached ADUs.

a. The height of an attached ADU shall not exceed twenty -five (25) feet or the height limitation that applies to the primary dwelling, whichever is lower. In no event shall an attached ADU exceed two (2) stories.

3. Converted ADUs are not subject to a height limitation.

4. Measurement. The height of an ADU shall be as measured from ground level to the highest point on the roof.

F. Design.

1. Except as otherwise provided in Government Code Section 66323, and except to the extent necessary to meet current fire and building codes, an attached or detached ADU shall match the architectural details of the primary unit as provided below:

a. The type, pitch, color, material, and texture of the roof and eave details of an attached or detached ADU shall be the same as the primary unit.

b. The color, material, and texture of all building walls, windows, and doors of an attached or detached ADU shall be the same as the primary unit.

2. In order to facilitate the development of ADUs in a manner that ensures reasonable consistency and compatibility of design, the Director is authorized to develop standard design plans and criter ia for ADUs. Notwithstanding the foregoing, ADUs developed in conformance with plans pre -approved by the City, pursuant to Government Code Section 65852.27, shall be deemed to comply with this subsection.

G. Off-Street Parking.
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1. One off-street parking space must be provided for a new attached or detached ADU. The required parking space may be permitted in setback areas, or through tandem parking on a driveway, unless specific findings are made by the Director that parking in setback areas or tandem par king is not feasible based upon specific site or regional topographical or fire and life safety concerns.

2. Parking for a new attached or detached ADU is in addition to the required parking for the primary unit. However, when a garage, carport, covered parking structure, or uncovered parking space is demolished in conjunction with the construction of an ADU or converted to an ADU, those off-street parking spaces are not required to be replaced.

3. Off-street parking is not required in the following instances:

a. The ADU is located within one-half mile walking distance of public transit, including transit stations and bus stations;

b. The ADU is located within an architecturally and historically significant historic district;

c. The ADU is part of the proposed or existing primary residence or accessory structure (i.e., a converted ADU);

d. When on -street parking permits are required, but not offered to the occupant of the ADU; and/or

e. When there is a car-share vehicle located within one block of the ADU.

H. Exterior Access Required. An attached or converted ADU must have independent exterior access that is separate from the access to the proposed or existing primary dwelling.

I. Passageway. No passageway shall be required in conjunction with the construction of an ADU.

J. Laundry Facilities. An attached or detached ADU, including a converted ADU, shall have a laundry space located within the unit or within a garage accessible from the unit that is equipped with washer and dryer hook-ups.

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heaters may be substituted with tankless water heaters provided all building codes are complied with.

L. Mechanical Equipment, Metering Devices. All roof and ground mounted mechanical equipment and metering devices shall be completely screened from view from either on or off the property. All ground mounted equipment and above-ground utility meters, including, but not limited to, heating, cooling, or ventilating equipment, water meters, gas meters, and irrigation equipment, shall be shown on the site plan, and , to the extent possible, be placed outside of the required front setback area. If mechanical equipment or metering devices are to be located between a structure and the property line, an unobstructed path at least three feet wide shall be provided between the equipment and the property line.

M. Refuse Storage Areas. All properties shall provide each unit with the appropriate number of containers for recyclables, organics, and non-recyclable solid waste ("trash containers") as required by the Garden Grove Sanitary District, and shall comply with the following:

1. Trash containers shall be stored within designated storage areas only and not within the garage parking area.

2. The placement of trash containers for pick-up, and the duration of time prior to and after trash collection of those trash containers, is subject to the Garden Grove Sanitary District requirements.

3. The area required for each container shall be a minimum of 38 inches by 38 inches.

4. The trash areas shall be paved and accessed by gates and a walkway for ease of taking trash containers to and from the street.

§ 9.54.050 JADU Requirements.

A. Footprint. A JADU may only be constructed within the walls of a proposed or existing single-family dwelling, including an existing attached garage.

B. Unit Size. A JADU shall not exceed 500 square feet in size.

C. Separate Entrance. A JADU must include a separate entrance from the main entrance of the proposed or existing single-family residence in which it is located.

D. Kitchen Requirements. A JADU must include an efficiency kitchen, including a cooking facility with appliances, and a food preparation counter and storage cabinets that are of reasonable size in relation to the size of the JADU.

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E. Bathroom Facilities. A JADU may include sep arate sanitation facilities or may share sanitation facilities with the proposed or existing single -family dwelling in which it is located. If a JADU does not include separate sanitation facilities, the JADU must include an interior entrance to the primary dwelling’s main living area, or direct access to a shared sanitation facility.

F. Parking. No additional off -street parking is required for a JADU beyond that required at the time the existing primary dwelling was constructed.

G. Fire Protection. For p urposes of any fire or life protection ordinance or regulation, a JADU shall not be considered a separate or new dwelling unit.

H. Utility Service. For purposes of providing service for water, sewer, or power, including a connection fee, a JADU shall not be considered a separate or new dwelling unit.

I. Deed Restriction. Prior to the issuance of a building permit for a JADU, the owner of record of the property shall record a deed restriction against the title of the property in the County Recorder's office with a copy filed with the Director. The deed res triction shall run with the land and shall bind all future owners, heirs, successors, or assigns.

The form of the deed restriction shall be provided by the City and shall provide that:

1. The property shall include no more than one JADU and/or ADU.

2. The JADU may not be sold, mortgaged, or transferred separately from the primary residence.

3. An owner of record of the lot upon which a JADU is located shall occupy either the JADU or the remaining portion of the primary single -family dwelling as his/her/their principal residence. In the event owner occupancy of the property ceases, the JADU shall automatically become unhabitable space, shall not be used as a separate dwelling unit, and shall not be separately rented or leased for any purpose. Owner occupa ncy is not required if the owner is another governmental agency, a land trust, or a housing organization.

4. A restriction on the size and attributes of the junior accessory dwelling unit that conforms with this section.

5. The deed restriction may not be modified or terminated without the prior written consent of the Director.

§ 9.54.060 Other Requirements.

A. No Separate Conveyance. Except as otherwise provided in Government Code Section 66341 or by other applicable law, an ADU or JADU may be rented separate from the primary residence, but may not be sold or otherwise conveyed separate from the 130

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primary residence, and a lot shall not be subdivided in any manner which would authorize such separate sale or ownership.

B. No Short-Term Rental Permitted. An ADU or JADU that is rented shall be rented for a term that is 30 days or longer. Short-term rental (i.e., less than 30 days) of an ADU or a JADU is prohibited.

C. Owner Occupancy Requirements.

1. ADUs. Owner occupancy of a primary dwelling or ADU is not required.

2. JADUs. An owner of record of the lot upon which a JADU is located must occupy either the JADU or the remaining portion of the primary single -family dwelling as his/her/their principal residence. Notwithstanding the foregoing, owner - occupancy is not required if the owner is another governmental agency, land trust, or housing organization.

§ 9.54.070 Permit Application and Review Procedures.

A. Building Permit Required. A building permit is required prior to construction of an ADU or JADU. Except as otherwise provided in this chapter or by state law, all building, fire, and related code requirements applicable to habitable dwellings apply to ADUs and JADUs. However, fire sprinklers shall not be required if they are not required for the primary dwelling, and the construction of an ADU shall not trigger a requirement for fire sprinklers to be installed in an existing primary dwelling.

B. Application. Prior to the issuance of a building permit for an ADU or JADU, the applicant shall submit an application on a form prepared by the City, along with all information and materials prescribed by such form. No application shall be accepted unless it is completed as prescribed and is accompanied by payment for all applicable fees.

C. Review.

1. The Director shall consider and approve or disapprove a complete application for an ADU or JADU ministerially without discretionary review or public hearing within 60 days from the date the City receives a complete application. The Director shall consider and approve or disapprove an application for a detached ADU within 30 days that utilizes either an ADU plan pre -approved by the City within the current triennial California Building Standards Code rule -making cycle, or a plan that is identical to a plan used i n an application for a detached ADU approved by the City within the current triennial California Building Standards Code rule-making cycle.

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2. Review is limited to whether the proposed ADU or JADU complies with the requirements of this chapter.

3. If an applicant requests a delay, the time period for the City to review of an application shall be tolled for the period of the requested delay.

4. If the application to create an ADU or a JADU unit is submitted with an application to create or serve a new single-family or multiple-family dwelling on the lot, the Director may delay approving or disapproving the application for the ADU or the JADU until the City approves or disapproves the application to create or serve the new single -family or multiple -family dwelling, but the application to create the ADU or JADU will still be considered ministerially without discretionary review or a hearing.

D. Zoning Conformity. The City shall not require the correction of nonconforming zoning conditions, building co de violations, or unpermitted structures that do not present a threat to public health and safety and are not affected by the construction of the ADU or JADU as a condition of approval of a permit application for the creation of an ADU or JADU.

E. Conformity with State Law. The City shall not apply any requirement or development standard provided for in this chapter to an ADU or a JADU to the extent prohibited by any provision of state law, including, but not limited to, Government Code Section 66323.

§ 9.54.080 Utilities.

A. ADUs. Unless otherwise mandated by applicable law or the utility provider or determined by the City's Public Works Director to be necessary, an ADU may be served by the same water, sewer, and other utility connections serving the pri mary dwelling on the property, and the installation of a new or separate utility connection directly between an ADU and a utility is not required. However, separate utility connections and meters for ADUs may be installed at the property owner's option, when permitted by the utility provider, and subject to the payment of all applicable fees.

B. JADUs. A JADU shall be served by the same water, sewer, and other utility connections serving the primary single -family dwelling in which it is located, and no separate utility meters shall be permitted for a JADU.

§ 9.54.090 Impact Fees.

A. Construction of an ADU is subject to applicable development impact fees adopted by the City pursuant to California Government Code, Title 7, Division 1, Chapter 5 (commencing with Section 66000) and Chapter 7 (commencing with Section 66012).

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