Orange City Council
Meeting Time: 12-09-25 18:00
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Orange City Council 12-09-25
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Orange City Council
12-09-25 18:00
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3.11. Award of Contract to Doane and Hartwig Water Systems, Inc. for purchase and installation of mixers at Reservoirs 2 and 10A. 1 0 0 0
3.12. Award of Contract to Farwest Corrosion Control Company for Reservoir 5 Exterior Cathodic Protection System Installation Project; Bid No. 25-26.06.
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3.16. Authorization to submit a transportation improvement project application to the Orange County Transportation Authority for funding under Measure M2 of the Comprehensive Transportation Funding Program. Resolution No. 11645.
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8.1. Consider combining the annual Orange May Parade, Taste of Orange, and the Orange Plaza Rotary Club Car Show events. 1 1 0 0
Agenda Item: eComments for 3.11. Award of Contract to Doane and Hartwig Water Systems, Inc. for purchase and installation of mixers at Reservoirs 2 and 10A.
Overall Sentiment
Leslie Manderscheid
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Submitted At: 12:34am 12-09-25
What exactly is a "mixer and where exactly are these reservoirs? Agenda Item: eComments for 3.12. Award of Contract to Farwest Corrosion Control Company for Reservoir 5 Exterior Cathodic Protection System Installation Project; Bid No. 25-26.06.
Overall Sentiment
Leslie Manderscheid
Location:
Submitted At: 12:35am 12-09-25
Where is Reservoir 5?
Agenda Item: eComments for 3.16. Authorization to submit a transportation improvement project application to the Orange County Transportation Authority for funding under Measure M2 of the Comprehensive Transportation Funding Program.
Resolution No. 11645.
Overall Sentiment
Leslie Manderscheid
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Submitted At: 12:31am 12-09-25
The specific project to be approved is not described in this Agenda Item narrative. The specific project should be identified along with the cost of the project, in particular the cost to the City for matching funds in the amount of $2,035,031.
Additionally, the Engineering plans must be included. The map provided does not give any indication of the work to be done, nor why it is proposed. Verification is also needed to ensure the construction and roadway changes will serve a purpose and need. It appears the traffic would not be improved north of Serrano nor along Santiago Canyon Rd. And for this the City should spend over $8 Million in public funds?? Agenda Item: eComments for 8.1. Consider combining the annual Orange May Parade, Taste of Orange, and the Orange Plaza Rotary Club Car Show events.
Overall Sentiment
Guest User
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Submitted At: 9:29am 12-05-25
I am writing to express my strong support for the proposed “Celebrate Orange” weekend—a collaborative, community-wide event showcasing three of our city’s most cherished nonprofit organizations: the Orange Chamber of Commerce Foundation and its historic Orange May Parade, the Orange Plaza Rotary Club and its beloved Car Show, and the Assistance League of Orange Orange Blossoms and their signature Taste of Orange.
Bringing these hallmark events together under one coordinated weekend offers a powerful opportunity to strengthen community engagement, elevate the visibility of these nonprofits, and increase the charitable funds ultimately invested back into the City of Orange. A unified celebration will create a more impactful and memorable experience for residents and visitors alike, amplifying the positive impact each event already brings to our community.
“Celebrate Orange” will also establish a consistent, annual touchstone for our city—one centered on family- friendly programming that captures the spirit, heritage, and warmth that define Orange. A consolidated event weekend allows families to plan ahead, participate more fully, and enjoy a cohesive celebration that reflects the best of our hometown.
Additionally, aligning these events into a single weekend will meaningfully reduce repeated street closures, parking challenges, and general inconvenience for Old Towne businesses and nearby residents. A coordinated schedule provides needed relief while still supporting the economic vitality that these events generate.
Finally, “Celebrate Orange” creates an exciting platform for broader inclusion. By bringing together residents, local nonprofits, restaurants, and retailers, this weekend can become a catalyst for growth—offering new opportunities for community organizations and local businesses to participate, collaborate, and shine. This collective approach strengthens our civic fabric and reinforces the shared pride we all feel for the City of Orange.
For these reasons, I respectfully encourage the City Council to support the establishment of “Celebrate Orange.” This initiative holds tremendous potential to enrich our community, honor our traditions, and foster a spirit of unity and celebration for years to come.
Thank you for your consideration and for your continued commitment to the well-being of our city.