Tom Kisela
City Manager
Wayne Winthers
Interim City Attorney
Pamela Coleman
City Clerk
DAN SLATER
Mayor
DENIS BILODEAU
Mayor pro tem, District 4
ARIANNA BARRIOS
Councilmember, District 1
JON DUMITRU
Councilmember, District 2
KATHY TAVOULARIS
Councilmember, District 3
ANA GUTIERREZ
Councilmember, District 5
JOHN GYLLENHAMMER
Councilmember, District 6
AGENDA
City Council
April 08, 2025
6:00 PM Regular Session
City Council Chamber
300 E. Chapman Avenue
Orange, CA 92866
The City of Orange City Council welcomes you to this meeting and encourages your participation. Regular City Council meetings are held on the second and fourth Tuesday of each month at 6:00 p.m.
Agenda Information
The agenda contains a brief general description of each item to be considered. 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. The agenda and supporting documentation is available after 4:00 p.m. on the Thursday prior to the Council meeting on the City's website at www .cityoforange.org, at the City Clerk's Office located at 300 E. Chapman Avenue, and at the Main Public Library located at 407 E. Chapman Avenue. Written materials relating to an item on the agenda that are provided to the City Council after agenda packet distribution and within 72 hours before Council is to consider the item will be made available for public inspection in the City Clerk’s Office during normal business hours; at the City Council meeting; and made available on the City's website.
Public Participation
Regular meetings are televised live on Spectrum Cable Channel 3 and AT&T U -verse Channel 99, and streamed live and on-demand on the City's website at www.cityoforange.org.
Pursuant to Government Code Section 54954.3, members of the public may address the City Council on any agenda item before or during Council ’s consideration of the item, and on any other matters within the City Council’s jurisdiction by using any of the following methods:
1) In-Person
To speak on an item on the agenda, complete a speaker card indicating your name, address, and identify the agenda item number or subject matter you wish to address. The card should be given to the City Clerk prior to the start of the meeting. General comments are received during the “Public Comments” section at the beginning of the Regular Session. No action may be taken on off -agenda items unless authorized by law .
Public Comments are limited to three (3) minutes per speaker unless a different time limit is announced. It is requested that you state your name for the record, then proceed to address the City Council. All speakers shall observe civility, decorum, and good behavior.
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2) Written Public Comments via eComment
Members of the public can submit their written comments electronically for City Council consideration by using the eComment feature on the Agenda page of the City's website at www .cityoforange.org. To ensure distribution to the City Council prior to consideration of the agenda, we encourage the public to submit written comments by 3:00 p.m. the day of the meeting. All written comments will be provided to the Council for consideration and posted on the City’s website after the meeting. 3) Public Comments via recorded voicemail message
Finally, the public can record their comments by calling (714) 744-2234 no later than 5:00 p.m. the day of the meeting. Recorded messages will not be played at the meeting, but will be provided to the Council.
In accordance with Ordinance No. 10-01, any person making personal, impertinent, slanderous or profane remarks or who becomes boisterous while addressing the 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 further during that meeting, unless permission to continue is granted by a majority vote of the Council.
Please contact the City Clerk’s Office at (714) 744-5500 with any questions.
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REMINDER: Please silence all electronic devices while City Council is in session.
City Council Agenda April 8, 2025
6:00 PM REGULAR SESSION
1. OPENING/CALL TO ORDER
1.1 INVOCATION
Pastor Erik Turbedsky, Sovereign Grace Church of Orange
1.2 PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Mayor Dan Slater
1.3 ROLL CALL
1.4 PRESENTATIONS/ANNOUNCEMENTS
Orange High School Student Liaison Nadia Flores
El Modena High School Student Liaison Ximena Quijano Espinoza Working Wardrobes Presentation and Proclamation
Friends of Orange Public Library Presentation to the Orange Public Library
1.5 REPORT ON CLOSED SESSION ACTIONS
2. PUBLIC COMMENTS
At this time, members of the public may address the Council on matters not listed on the agenda within the subject matter jurisdiction of the City Council, provided that NO action may be taken on off -agenda items unless authorized by law. Public Comments are limited to three (3) minutes per speaker unless a different time limit is announced.
3. CONSENT CALENDAR
All items on the Consent Calendar are considered routine and are enacted by one motion approving the recommended action listed on the Agenda. Any member of the City Council, staff, or the public may request an item be removed from the Consent Calendar for discussion or separate action. Unless otherwise specified in the request to remove an item from the Consent Calendar, all items removed shall be considered immediately following action on the remaining items on the Consent Calendar.
3.1. Waive reading in full of all ordinances on the Agenda.
Approve.
Recommended Action:
Staff ReportAttachments:
City Council Agenda April 8, 2025
3.2. Confirmation of accounts payable warrant registers dated March 6, 13, 20, and 27, 2025 and payroll check warrants dated February 28, 2025 and March 14, 2025.
Ratify the accompanying registers.
Recommended Action:
Staff Report
February 28, 2025 Payroll Warrant Information
March 14, 2025 Payroll Warrant Information
March 6, 2025 Warrant Writing Register
March 13, 2025 Warrant Writing Register
March 20, 2025 Warrant Writing Register
March 27, 2025 Warrant Writing Register
Attachments:
3.3. Approval of minutes of the City of Orange City Council Regular Meeting held on March 25, 2025.
Approve minutes as presented.
Recommended Action:
Staff Report
March 25, 2025, Regular Meeting minutes
Attachments:
3.4. Agreement with CentralSquare Technologies, LLC for software upgrades of the Police Department ’s Computer Aided Dispatch and Records Management System.
Approve the agreement with CentralSquare Technologies, LLC in the amount of $465,414.50, representing a software upgrade cost of $ 423,104.50, plus a 10% contingency of $ 42,310; and authorize the Mayor and City Clerk to execute on behalf of the City.
Recommended Action:
Staff Report
Agreement with CentralSquare
Attachments:
3.5. Agreement with Amber Gregg, Inc. for Planning consulting services.
Approve an agreement in the amount of $ 60,000 with Amber Gregg, Inc. for Planning Division consulting services; and authorize the Mayor and City Clerk to execute on behalf of the City.
Recommended Action:
Staff Report
Agreement with Amber Gregg, Inc.
Attachments:
City Council Agenda April 8, 2025
3.6. Agreement with the County of Orange for Fiscal Year 2023-2024 Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant (Award No. 15PBJA-24-GG-05342-JAGX).
1. Approve the agreement with the County of Orange in the amount of $11,805 for Fiscal Year 2023-2024 Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant Program; and authorize the City Manager to execute on behalf of the City.
2. Accept into the City ’s Federal Police Grants (353) revenue budget $11,805 in grant funds from the County of Orange to:
353.4011.45150.30263 Federal Grants - 2024 JAG
3. Authorize the appropriation of $11,805 into Federal Police Grants (353):
353.4011.55131.30263 Equipment Additions - 2024 JAG
Recommended Action:
Staff Report
JAG MOU 15PBJA-24-GG-05342-JAGX
Attachments:
3.7. Agreement with the County of Orange for a Lead Forensic Specialist during Fiscal Year 2025-2026.
Approve the agreement with the County of Orange in the amount of $ 212,476 for a Lead Forensic Specialist; and authorize the Mayor and City Clerk to execute on behalf of the City.
Recommended Action:
Staff Report
Agreement with the County of Orange
Attachments:
3.8. Professional Services Agreement with Mosaic Public Partners, LLC for executive search services.
Approve Professional Services Agreement with Mosaic Public Partners, LLC in the amount of $ 25,000, plus a $ 5,000 contingency representing the cost for executive search services; and authorize the Mayor and City Clerk to execute on behalf of the City.
Recommended Action:
Staff Report
Professional Services Agreement with Mosaic Public Partners, LLC Attachments:
3.9. First Amendment to an Agreement with Sagecrest Planning and Environmental for Planning staff services.
Approve the First Amendment to an Agreement with Sagecrest Planning and Environmental in the amount of $ 70,000 for planning staff services; and authorize the Mayor and City Clerk to execute on behalf of the City.
Recommended Action:
City Council Agenda April 8, 2025
Staff Report
First Amendment to Agreement with Sagecrest Planning and Environmental
Attachments:
3.10. First Amendment to Subrecipient Agreement with Shelter Providers of Orange County to revise the scope of work and total compensation.
Approve the amendment to subrecipient agreement with Shelter Providers of Orange County for plumbing and sewer improvements of the Family Care Center; and authorize the Mayor and the City Clerk to execute on behalf of the City.
Recommended Action:
Staff Report
First Amendment to Subrecipient Agreement with Shelter Providers of Orange County
Scope of Work
Attachments:
3.11. Third Amendment to Agreement with Yunex, LLC for on -call traffic signal and street lighting repair services.
Approve a Third Amendment to Agreement with Yunex, LLC for on -call signal and lighting repair services in the amount of $ 250,000; and authorize the Mayor and City Clerk to execute on behalf of the City.
Recommended Action:
Staff Report
Third Amendment to Agreement with Yunex, LLC
Attachments:
3.12. Appropriation of $ 23,000 in designated donation funding received from the Friends of Orange Public Library.
1. Accept into the City ’s General Fund (100) revenue budget $23,000 in donation funds from the Friends of Orange Public Library to:
100.2001.48390.19990 Donations
2. Authorize the appropriation of $23,000 to General Fund (100):
100.2001.53011.19990 Employee Appreciation $1,600
100.2001.53301.19990 Library Books $20,400
100.2014.53340.19990 Craft Supplies $1,000
Recommended Action:
Staff ReportAttachments:
3.13. Award of Sourcewell Contract to MDJ Management, LLC for the Police Department shower and restroom repairs (SP-4305); and finding of California Environmental Quality Act exemption.
1. Approve the contract with MDJ Management LLC in the amount of $225,706 for the Recommended Action:
City Council Agenda April 8, 2025
repair of the Police Department shower and restroom; and authorize the Mayor and City Clerk to execute on behalf of the City.
2. Find that the proposed project is categorically exempt from the provisions of the California Environmental Quality Act.
3. Authorize the appropriation of $25,000 from Police Facility Fees (570) unreserved fund balance to:
570.4011.56020.19809 Repairs to Buildings and Fixed Equipment Staff Report
Contract with MDJ Management, LLC
Attachments:
3.14. Award of Contract to CT&T Concrete Paving, Inc. for Community Development Block Grant Fiscal Year 2024-2025 Americans with Disabilities Act Wheelchair Ramp Replacement; Bid No. 24-25.15 (SP-4295).
1. Authorize the Amendment to the Memorandum of Understanding between the City of Orange and the Public Works Department to increase the 2024-2025 Americans with Disabilities Act Wheelchair Access Ramp Project by $10,000, for a total not-to-exceed amount of $110,000; and authorize the City Manager or his designee to execute the amendment on behalf of the City.
2. Authorize the Amendment to the 2024-2025 Annual Action Plan to increase the allocation to the 2024-2025 Americans with Disabilities Act Wheelchair Access Ramp Project by $10,000 for a total allocation of $110,000 and submit the Amendment to the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD).
3. Authorize the following budget transfer in Community Development Block Grant (310):
From: 310.9645.56582.30243 Pixley & Walnut St Rehab Grant $10,000 To: 310.9645.56330.11328 ADA Improvements - Curbs $10,000
4. Reject the bids received from the apparent low bidder, CJ Concrete Construction, Inc., and the next two lowest bidders, SAVI Construction, Inc. and Gentry General Engineering, Inc., on the basis that the bids were not responsive.
5. Waive minor bidding irregularity in the bid proposal received by CT&T Concrete Paving, Inc.
6. Approve the contract with CT&T Concrete Paving, Inc. in the amount of $93,456, representing an original bid amount of $84,960, plus a 10% contingency of $8,496, for Community Development Block Grant Fiscal Year 2024-2025 Americans With Disabilities Act Wheelchair Ramp Replacement; and authorize the Mayor and City Clerk to execute on behalf of the City.
Recommended Action:
Staff Report
Contract with CT&T Concrete Paving, Inc.
Bid Abstract
Amendment to 2024-2025 Annual Action Plan
Amendment to Memorandum of Understanding between the City of Orange and the Public Works Department
Attachments:
City Council Agenda April 8, 2025
3.15. Award of Contract to Calmex Engineering, Inc. for Community Development Block Grant Fiscal Year 2024-2025 Pixley Neighborhood Street Rehabilitation; Bid No. 24-25.14 (SP-4293).
1. Waive the minor bidding irregularity in the bid proposal received by Calmex Engineering, Inc.
2. Approve the contract with Calmex Engineering, Inc. in the amount of $487,499, representing an original bid amount of $443,181, plus a 10% contingency of $44,318, for Community Development Block Grant Fiscal Year 2024-2025 Pixley Neighborhood Street Rehabilitation; and authorize the Mayor and City Clerk to execute on behalf of the City.
Recommended Action:
Staff Report
Contract with Calmex Engineering, Inc.
Bid Abstract
Attachments:
3.16. Award of Contract to Best Drilling and Pump, Inc. for Well 29 Drilling Project; Bid No. 24-25.13.
Approve the contract with Best Drilling and Pump, Inc. in the amount of $ 2,868,928, representing an original bid amount of $ 2,608,116, plus a 10% contingency of $260,812, for Well 29 Drilling project; and authorize the Mayor and City Clerk to execute on behalf of the City.
Recommended Action:
Staff Report
Contract with Best Drilling and Pump, Inc.
Bid Abstract
Location Map
Attachments:
3.17. Authorize increase of blanket purchase order for medical supplies, equipment and repairs from Zoll Medical Corporation in the amount of $ 10,000 funded through Proposition 172 fund.
Authorize the increase of $ 10,000 from the Proposition 172 fund to the Zoll Medical Corporation blanket purchase order for medical supplies, equipment and repairs.
Recommended Action:
Staff ReportAttachments:
3.18. General Plan Annual Progress Report to the State of California.
Receive and file the 2024 General Plan Annual Progress Report.
Recommended Action:
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Staff Report
Attachment 1 Planning Commission Staff Report dated March 17, 2025
Attachment 2 2010 General Plan Vision Statement
Attachment 3 2024 General Plan Annual Progress Report
Attachment 4 2024 Annual Housing Element Progress Report Attachments:
3.19. Grant a utility easement to Southern California Gas Company on City of Orange property to facilitate the installation of a gas service line.
Approve grant of a utility easement on City of Orange property in favor of Southern California Gas Company; and authorize the Mayor to execute the easement deed from the City of Orange to the Southern California Gas Company.
Recommended Action:
Staff Report
Easement Deed and Plat Map
Attachments:
3.20. Adoption of a resolution defining the term “Holidays” on City regulatory signs .
Resolution No. 11602.
Adopt Resolution No. 11602. A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Orange defining the term “Holidays” on City regulatory signs.
Recommended Action:
Staff Report
Resolution No. 11602
Attachments:
END OF CONSENT CALENDAR
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4. REPORTS FROM MAYOR SLATER
4.1. Dissolution of Brandman and Creekside Village Council Ad Hoc Committee.
5. REPORTS FROM COUNCILMEMBERS
An opportunity for Councilmembers to make a brief announcement, report, or request .
Pursuant to Government Code Section 54954.2(a)(3), no action (s) or discussion (s) shall be undertaken on any item not appearing on the posted agenda.
5.1. Highlight Local Business (Gutierrez)
6. AB 1234 REPORTS
This is the time for all AB 1234 reports required pursuant to Government Code Section 53232.3(d) on meetings and conferences attended at the City's expense.
City Council Agenda April 8, 2025
7. REPORTS FROM BOARDS, COMMITTEES, AND COMMISSIONS
7.1. Reconsideration of the frequency of the Park Planning and Community Events Commission meetings.
Provide direction to staff regarding the frequency of the Park Planning and Community Events Commission meetings.
Recommended Action:
Staff ReportAttachments:
7.2. Annual presentation of Local Appointments List of all City Boards, Commissions, and Committees.
1. Confirm Mayor Slater ’s recommendation to reappoint the following eligible existing positions:
o CDBG Program Committee Members Kim Le, Connie Benson, Elaine Muselli, Chrissy Vaughn, and Pat Buttress for two -year terms respectively expiring June 30, 2027;
o Design Review Committee Members Maryanne Skorpanich and Jerico Farfan for four-year terms respectively expiring June 30, 2029; o Park Planning and Community Events Commissioners Eva Perez, Adam Litwin, Eugene Fields, Steve Freeman, and James Kushon for four -year terms respectively expiring June 30, 2029;
o Planning Commissioner Alison Vejar for a four -year term expiring June 30, 2029; and
o Traffic Commissioner A.J. Ricci for a four-year term expiring June 30, 2029.
2. Approve the Local Appointments List and direct the City Clerk to post a copy in compliance with the Maddy Act.
3. Direct the City Clerk to post a Notice of Scheduled Vacancy for the following positions:
o CDBG Program Committee due to expiration of Melissa Mikail ’s term on June 30, 2025
o Orange Library Board of Trustees due to expiration of Katie Montgomery ’s and Rebecca Martinez’s term on June 30, 2025
o Park Planning and Community Events Commission due to expiration of Erika de Vries’ term on June 30, 2025
Recommended Action:
Staff Report
Current Local Appointments List
2024 Attendance Reports
Attachments:
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8. REPORTS FROM CITY MANAGER
8.1. Discussion on possibly utilizing the former Orange Fire Department Headquarters as a fire museum.
Discuss the possibility of utilizing the former Orange Fire Department Headquarters as a fire museum and provide direction to City staff.
Recommended Action:
Staff ReportAttachments:
9. PUBLIC HEARINGS
9.1. Public Hearing to consider an appeal of Planning Commission approval of Conditional Use Permit No. 3225, a request for alcohol sales in conjunction with a proposed restaurant located at 191 N. Orange Street and finding of California Environmental Quality Act Exemption (Appeal No. 25-0009).
The City Council shall consider the record and such additional evidence as may be offered and may affirm, reverse, or modify, in whole or in part the action that was appealed. Such action may include:
1. Conduct and close the Public Hearing; and
2. Deny Appeal No. 25-0009 and affirm Planning Commission approval of Conditional Use Permit No. 3225.
OR
1. Conduct and close the Public Hearing; and
2. Adopt Resolution No. 11603. A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Orange approving Conditional Use Permit No. 3225, a request by CDO Orange, LLC, dba Culinary Dropout for a Type 47 ABC License (On-Sale General) at a proposed restaurant located at 191 N. Orange Street; and
3. Find the request categorically exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) in accordance with Section 15301 of the State CEQA Guidelines.
Recommended Action:
Staff Report
Attachment 1 Appeal to Planning Commission Resolution No. PC 33-24 (APP25-0009)
Attachment 2 Draft City Council Resolution No. 11603
Attachment 3 Vicinity Map
Attachment 4 Planning Commmission Resolution No. PC 33-24 Attachment 5 Planning Commission Staff Report - February 20, 2025 Attachment 6 Planning Commission Minutes - February 20, 2025 Attachment 7 Applicant Business Narrative Letter
Attachment 8 Site Plan and Proposed Seating Chart
Attachment 9 Outdoor Speaker Locations
Attachments:
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10. ADMINISTRATIVE REPORTS
10.1. Memorandum of Agreement between the City of Orange and the Mabury Ranch Homeowner’s Association for tree maintenance. (Continued from March 11, 2025) Approve the Memorandum of Agreement with Mabury Ranch Homeowner ’s Association for tree maintenance at an initial cost of $ 99,000, and an ongoing tree maintenance cost of $5,000 annually.
Recommended Action:
Staff Report
Memorandum of Agreement
City Arborist Report
Attachments:
10.2. Agreement with the Orange International Street Fair, Inc. to produce the Treats in the Streets Autumn Festival.
Approve the agreement with the Orange International Street Fair, Inc. to produce the Treats in the Streets Autumn Festival; and authorize the Mayor and City Clerk to execute on behalf of the City.
Recommended Action:
Staff Report
Agreement with the Orange International Street Fair, Inc.
Orange International Street Fair, Inc. Letter of Intent Attachments:
10.3. Update on the progress of the development of the 2025-2029 Consolidated Plan including the 2025-2026 Annual Action Plan and 2025-2029 Regional Analysis of Impediments to Fair Housing Choice.
1. Approve the identified priorities to be incorporated into the 2025-2029 Consolidated Plan.
2. Approve the funding recommendations for the 2025-2026 Annual Action Plan.
3. Authorize staff to incorporate approved priorities and funding recommendations into the 2025-2029 Consolidated Plan that includes the 2025-2026 Annual Action Plan.
4. Receive and file the 2025-2029 Regional Analysis to Fair Housing Choice.
Recommended Action:
Staff Report
Attachment 1 Draft 2025-2029 Consolidated Plan
Attachment 2 Consolidated Plan CDBG Eligibility Map
Attachment 3 2025-2026 CDBG Funding Recommendations
Attachment 4 2025-2029 Regional Analysis of Impediments to Fair Housing Choice
Attachments:
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11. ADJOURNMENT
The next Regular City Council meeting will be held on Tuesday, April 22, 2025, at 7:00 p.m., in the Council Chamber, with Closed Session beginning at 5:00 p.m.
I, Pamela Coleman, CMC, City Clerk for the City of Orange, do hereby declare, under penalty of perjury, that a full and correct copy of this agenda was posted pursuant to Government Code Section 54950 et. seq., at the following locations: Orange Civic Center kiosk and Orange City Clerk's Office at 300 E. Chapman Avenue, Orange Main Public Library at 407 E. Chapman Avenue, Police facility at 1107 N. Batavia Street, and uploaded to the City's website www.cityoforange.org.
Date posted: April 3, 2025