City Council Meeting Agenda
April 19, 2022
CLOSED SESSION MEETING – 5:00 PM
REGULAR OPEN MEETING – 5:45 PM
(Immediately following the Closed Session Meeting)
CITY COUNCIL CHAMBER
22 Civic Center Plaza Santa Ana, CA 92701
Vicente Sarmiento
Mayor
Thai Viet Phan
Councilmember – Ward 1
David Penaloza
Councilmember Ward 2
Jessie Lopez
Councilmember Ward 3
Phil Bacerra
Mayor Pro Tem Ward 4
Johnathan Ryan Hernandez
Councilmember Ward 5
Nelida Mendoza
Councilmember Ward 6
Mayor and Council telephone: 7146476900
Agenda item inquiries: 7146476520
Sonia R. Carvalho
City Attorney
Kristine Ridge
City Manager
Daisy Gomez
Clerk of the Council
In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), if you need special assistance to participate in this Meeting, contact Michael Ortiz, City ADA Program Coordinator, at (714) 6475624. Notification 48 hours prior to the Meeting will enable the City to make reasonable arrangements to assure accessibility to this meeting. The City Council agenda and supporting documentation can be found on the City’s website – www.santaana.org/citymeetings.
CITY VISION AND CODE OF ETHICS
The City of Santa Ana is committed to achieving a shared vision for the organization and its community. The Vision, Mission and Guiding Principles (Values) are the result of a thoughtful and inclusive process designed to set the City and organization on a course that meets the challenges of today and tomorrow, as follows:
Vision The dynamic center of Orange County which is acclaimed for our: Investment in youth • Safe and healthy community • Neighborhood pride • Thriving economic climate • Enriched and diverse culture • Quality government services Mission To deliver efficient public services in partnership with our community which ensures public safety, a prosperous economic environment, opportunities for our youth, and a high quality of life for residents.
Guiding Principles Collaboration • Efficiency • Equity • Excellence • Fiscal Responsibility • Innovation • Transparency
Code of Ethics and Conduct At the Special Municipal Election held on February 5, 2008, voters approved an amendment to the City Charter which established the Code of Ethics and Conduct for elected officials and members of appointed boards, commissions, and committees to assure public confidence. The following are the core values expressed: • Integrity • Honesty • Responsibility • Fairness • Accountability • Respect • Efficiency Members of the public may attend the City Council meeting inperson or join via Zoom. The City Council meeting will occur live via teleconference Zoom webinar. You may view the meeting from your computer, tablet or smart phone via YouTube LiveStream at www.youtube.com/user/SantaAnaLibrary or on CTV3, available on Spectrum channel.
PUBLIC COMMENTS – Members of the public who wish to address the City Council on closed session items, items on the regular agenda or on matters which are not on the agenda, but are within the subject matter jurisdiction of the City Council may do so by one of the following ways:
MAILING OPTION written communications – Public comments may be mailed to:
Office of the Clerk of the Council, 20 Civic Center Plaza M30, Santa Ana, CA 92701. All written communications received via mail by 4:00 p.m. on the day of the meeting will be distributed to the City Council and imaged into the City’s document archive system which is available for public review.
SENDING EMAIL OPTION – Public comments may be sent via email to the City Clerk’s office at eComment@santaana.org. Please note the agenda item you are commenting on in the subject line of the email. All emails received before 4:00 p.m. on the day of the meeting will be distributed to the City Council and imaged into the City’s document archive system which is available for public review.
LIVE VIRTUAL OPTION – Members of the public may provide live comments during the meeting by Zoom or Conference Call. To join by Zoom click on or type the following address into your web browser https://us02web.zoom.us/j/315965149. To join the Conference Call: Dial (669) 9009128 and enter MEETING ID: 315 965 149#. You will be prompted by the City Clerk when it is time for a: i) closed session item, ii) general agenda item, iii) public hearing item, iv) special agenda item, or v) for Housing Authority item. You may request to speak by dialing *9 from your phone or you may virtually raise your hand from Zoom. After the Clerk confirms the last three digits of the caller’s phone number or Zoom ID and unmutes them, the caller must press *6 or microphone icon to speak. Callers are encouraged, but not required, to identify themselves by name. Each caller will be provided three (3) minutes to speak, unless due to the number of speakers wanting to speak a decision is made to provide a different amount of time to speak.
INPERSON OPTION Members of the public can provide inperson comments at the podium in the Council Chamber. The Council Chamber will have seating available for members of the public to attend the meeting inperson. Face coverings are strongly recommended for members of the public who enter City buildings. Public comments are limited to three (3) minutes per speaker, unless a different time is announced by the presiding chair. Speakers who wish to address the Council must do so by submitting a “Request to Speak” card by 5:00 p.m. for Closed Session items and by 6:00 p.m. for all other designated public comment periods as listed below. Cards will not be accepted after the Public Comment Session begins without the permission of the presiding chair.
The following designated public comment periods are:
1. LIVE PUBLIC COMMENTS ON CLOSED SESSION ITEMS – You can provide live comments on closed session items by joining Zoom or the Conference Call as described in the LIVE or INPERSON PUBLIC COMMENTS OPTION above. Speaker queue will open at 4:30 p.m. YOU MUST JOIN ZOOM OR THE CONFERENCE CALL BY 5:00 p.m.
Speakers who are not in the speaker queue by 5:00 p.m. will not be permitted to speak.
2. LIVE PUBLIC COMMENTS ON REGULAR AGENDA ITEMS AND NONAGENDA ITEMS (GENERAL PUBLIC COMMENT) – You can provide comments by joining Zoom or the Conference Call as described in the LIVE or INPERSON PUBLIC COMMENTS OPTION above. Speaker queue will open at 4:30 p.m. YOU MUST JOIN ZOOM OR THE CONFERENCE CALL PRIOR TO 6:00 p.m. Speakers who are not in the speaker queue by 6:00 p.m. will not be permitted to speak.
3. LIVE PUBLIC COMMENTS ON PUBLIC HEARING ITEMS – You can provide comments by joining Zoom or the Conference Call as described in the LIVE or INPERSON PUBLIC COMMENTS OPTION above. Speakers not in the queue by 6:00 p.m. will not be permitted to speak.
About the Agenda
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CLOSED SESSION
CALL TO ORDER
ATTENDANCE Council Members Johnathan Ryan Hernandez
Jessie Lopez
Nelida Mendoza
David Penaloza
Thai Viet Phan
Mayor Pro Tem Phil Bacerra
Mayor Vicente Sarmiento
City Manager Kristine Ridge
City Attorney Sonia R. Carvalho
Clerk of the Council Daisy Gomez
ROLL CALL
PUBLIC COMMENTS – Members of the public may address the City Council on Closed Session items.
CLOSED SESSION ITEMS – The Brown Act permits legislative bodies to discuss certain matters without members of the public present. The City Council finds, based on advice from the City Attorney, that discussion in open session of the following matters will prejudice the position of the City in existing and anticipated litigation:
1. PUBLIC EMPLOYEE PERFORMANCE EVALUATION Pursuant to Government Code Section 54957
Title: Clerk of the Council, City Attorney and City Manager
2. CONFERENCE WITH LABOR NEGOTIATOR pursuant to Government Code Section 54957.6(a):
Agency Negotiators: Human Resources Executive Director, Jason Motsick Employee Organizations:
Santa Ana Police Officers Association (POA)
Service Employees’ International Union (SEIU) FullTime Employees Service Employees’ International Union (SEIU) PartTime NonCivil Service Employees
CLOSED SESSION REPORT – The City Attorney will report on any action(s) to be taken at the Regular Open Session which will begin immediately following the Closed Session.
RECESS – City Council will recess to Closed Session for the purpose of conducting regular City business.
RECONVENE – City Council will reconvene to continue regular City business.
CITY COUNCIL REGULAR OPEN SESSION
CALL TO ORDER
ROLL CALL
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE Mayor Sarmiento
WORDS OF INSPIRATION Bob Barnett, Police Chaplain
CEREMONIAL PRESENTATIONS
1. Proclamation presented by Mayor Sarmiento declaring April 2022 as Autism Awareness Month.
2. Certificate of Recognition presented by Mayor Pro Tem Bacerra to Roger Eyes, Crisselle Mendiola, and Fernando Olivares for Outstanding Contributions to the Community.
3. Certificate of Recognition presented by Councilmember Hernandez to the Orange County School of the Arts Ambassador Jazz Orchestra for Outstanding Contributions to the Community.
4. Proclamation presented by Councilmember Lopez to Southern Coalition for Occupational Safety & Health declaring April 28, 2022 as Workers’ Memorial Day.
5. Certificate of Recognition presented by Councilmember Mendoza to Micaela Andrade for her Outstanding Contributions to the Community.
6. Proclamation presented by Councilmember Phan to the Vietnamese Heritage Museum declaring April 30, 2022 as Black April.
STAFF PRESENTATIONS
7. COVID19 Update in the Community
CLOSED SESSION REPORT – The City Attorney will report on any action(s) from Closed Session.
PUBLIC COMMENT – Public comments will be held during the beginning of the meeting for ALL comments on agenda and nonagenda items, with the exception of public hearings.
Comments for public hearings will take place after the hearing is opened.
CONSENT CALENDAR
RECOMMENDED ACTION: Approve staff recommendations on the following Consent Calendar Items: 8 through 26.
8. Excused Absences
Department(s): Clerk of the Council Office
Recommended Action: Excuse the absent members.
9. Adopt Ordinance AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA ANA ESTABLISHING NEW WARD BOUNDARY LINES OF THE WARDS OF THE CITY OF SANTA ANA AND REPEALING ORDINANCE NO. NS2958 First reading at the April 5, 2022 City Council meeting and approved by a vote of 70.
Published in the Orange County Reporter on April 8, 2022.
Department(s): Clerk of the Council Office
Recommended Action: 1. Place ordinance on second reading and adopt.
2. Receive and file staff report regarding the use of new ward maps for purposes of city operations.
10. Adopt Ordinance No. NSXXXX ZONING ORDINANCE AMENDMENT NO. 202103 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA ANA REPEALING AND REENACTING IN ITS ENTIRETY ARTICLE XVIII.I. OF CHAPTER 41 OF THE SANTA ANA MUNICIPAL CODE REGARDING THE HOUSING OPPORTUNITY ORDINANCE
First reading at the April 5, 2022 City Council meeting and approved by a vote of 52 (Bacerra and Penaloza dissented).
Published in the Orange County Reporter on April 8, 2022.
Department(s): Planning and Building Agency
Recommended Action: Place ordinance on second reading and adopt.
11. Approve Destruction of Obsolete City Records
Department(s): Community Development Agency
Recommended Action: Approve the request for the destruction of obsolete records from the Community Development Agency in accordance with the retention schedule outlined in City Council Resolution No. 2013014.
12. Award Contract to Office Depot for the Purchase of Office Supplies in an Annual Amount not to exceed $175,000 for a Twoyear Term with Three OneYear Renewal Options (Specification No. 22061) (General Fund)
Department(s): Finance and Management Services
Recommended Action: Award a blanket order contract with Office Depot for an annual amount not to exceed $175,000 for the period beginning June 1, 2022 and expiring May 31, 2024 with an option for three oneyear renewals, subject to non substantive changes approved by the City Manager and City Attorney.
13. Award a Purchase Order in the Amount of $387,809 to Presidio Networked Solutions for Data Center Server and Storage Infrastructure Equipment (Specification No. 22 014) (NonGeneral Fund)
Department(s): Information Technology
Recommended Action: Award a purchase order to Presidio Networked Solutions for HPE Disaggregated Hyperconverged Infrastructure Equipment (dHCI), in the amount of $387,809, subject to nonsubstantive changes approved by the City Manager and City Attorney.
14. Award a Purchase Order in the Amount of $76,140 to National Auto Fleet Group for Two Ford Ranger XL SuperCrew Trucks for the Parks and Facilities Division of the Parks, Recreation, and Community Services Agency (Specification No. 22029) (General Fund)
Department(s): Public Works Agency, Parks, Recreation, and Community Services Recommended Action: Authorize a onetime purchase and payment of purchase order to National Auto Fleet Group for the purchase of two Ford Ranger XL SuperCrew Trucks, in the amount of $71,140, plus a contingency of $5,000, for a total amount not to exceed $76,140, subject to nonsubstantive changes approved by the City Manager and City Attorney.
15. Award Blanket Order Contracts to Sunbelt Rentals and United Rentals for Equipment Rental in the Annual Aggregate Amount of $80,000, for a OneYear Term with Four, OneYear Renewal Options (Specification No. 22045) (General and NonGeneral Fund)
Department(s): Public Works Agency
Recommended Action: Award blanket order contracts to Sunbelt Rentals and United Rentals for equipment rental for a oneyear period beginning April 20, 2022 and expiring April 19, 2023, with provisions for four, oneyear renewals exercisable by the City Manager, in an annual aggregate amount not to exceed $80,000, subject to nonsubstantive changes approved by the City Manager and City Attorney.
16. Approve Appropriation Adjustment, Budget Reallocation, and Award a Construction Contract to Big Ben, Inc. in the Amount of $1,453,765 for the Lincoln Avenue Water and Sewer Main Improvements Project, with an Estimated Project Delivery Cost of $2,000,000 (Project No. 226468 and 226620) (NonGeneral Fund) Department(s): Public Works Agency
Recommended Action: 1. Approve an appropriation adjustment to recognize $500,000 of prioryear fund balance in the Water Fund, Public Works Water Revenue, Prior Year Carryforward revenue account, and appropriate the same amount to the Acquisition & Construction, Water Utility Capital Projects, Water Capital Project expenditure account. (Requires five affirmative votes)
2. Award a construction contract to Big Ben, Inc., the lowest responsible bidder, in accordance with the base bid in the amount of $1,453,765, for construction of the Lincoln Water and Sewer Main Improvements Project, for the term beginning April 19, 2022 and ending upon project completion, and authorize the City Manager to execute the contract subject to nonsubstantive changes approved by the City Manager and the City Attorney.
3. Approve the Project Cost Analysis for a total estimated construction delivery cost of $2,000,000, which includes $1,453,765 for the construction contract, $218,000 for contract administration, inspection and testing, $100,000 for water engineering, and a $228,235 project contingency for unanticipated or unforeseen work.
4. Approve an amendment to the Fiscal Year 202122 Capital Improvement Program to include $500,000 in construction funds for the Lincoln Avenue Water and Sewer Improvements Project.
17. Award a Construction Contract to All American Asphalt in the Amount of $823,333 for the MacArthur Boulevard Resurfacing Project from Flower Street to Main Street, Fiscal Year (FY) 202122, with an Estimated Project Delivery Cost of $1,127,000 (Project No. 206957) (NonGeneral Fund)
Department(s): Public Works Agency
Recommended Action: 1. Authorize budget reallocation of $126,576 in unspent HUTA 2103 Gas Tax funds to the MacArthur Boulevard Resurfacing Project from Flower Street to Main Street (No. 206957) from the Gas Tax Local Street Improvements Project (No. 206956).
2. Award a construction contract to All American Asphalt, the lowest responsible bidder, in accordance with the base bid in the amount of $823,333, for construction of the MacArthur Boulevard Resurfacing Project from Flower Street to Main Street FY 202122.
3. Approve the Project Cost Analysis for a total estimated construction delivery cost of $1,127,000, which includes $823,333 for the construction contract, $113,334 for contract administration, inspection and testing, and a $190,333 project contingency for unanticipated, unforeseen work, and additional nearby asphalt pavement improvements.
18. Award a Construction Contract to CJ Concrete Construction Inc. in the Amount of $276,430 for the Local Street Sidewalk Improvements FY 202122 Project with an Estimated Project Delivery Cost of $373,060 (Project No. 227535) (NonGeneral Fund)
Department(s): Public Works Agency
Recommended Action: 1. Award a construction contract to CJ Concrete Construction Inc., the lowest responsible bidder, in accordance with the base bid in the amount of $276,430, for construction of the Local Street Sidewalk Improvements FY 202122, for the term beginning April 19, 2022 and ending upon project completion, and authorize the City Manager to execute the contract subject to non substantive changes approved by the City Manager and the City Attorney.
2. Approve the Project Cost Analysis for a total estimated construction delivery cost of $373,060, which includes $276,430 for the construction contract, $41,465 for contract administration, inspection and testing, and a $55,165 project contingency for unanticipated or unforeseen work.
3. Approve an amendment to the Fiscal Year 202122 Capital Improvement Program adding the Residential Street Repair Program FY 202122 Project with a budget of $373,060 in Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funds.
19. Approve Submittal of Request for Time Extension of the Measure M2 Comprehensive Transportation Funding Program for Warner Avenue Improvements Phase 2 and Bristol Street and Memory Lane Projects (Project No. 146802 and 176883) (Non General Fund)
Department(s): Public Works Agency
Recommended Action: Authorize the Public Works Agency to request a twoyear time extension of Measure M2 Comprehensive Transportation Funding Program construction funds for the Warner Avenue Improvements, Phase 2, from Oak Street to Grand Street project (21SNTAACE3997) and for Bristol Street and Memory Lane Intersection Improvements (21SNTAICE3995).
20. Approve a License Agreement with NOVA Academy for use of Birch Park and Sasser Park for an Emergency Evacuation Plan
Department(s): Parks, Recreation, and Community Services Recommended Action: Approve a license Agreement with NOVA academy for use of Birch Park and Sasser Park for an Emergency Evacuation Plan for the period of April 19, 2022 to June 30, 2025 with two, oneyear renewal options, subject to non substantive changes approved by the City Manager and City Attorney (Agreement No. 2022XXX).
21. Approve Renewal Agreement with InfoSend, Inc. for Data Processing, Printing and Mailing, and Electronic Bill Present Services in an amount not to exceed $10,904,376 (General and NonGeneral Fund)
Department(s): Finance and Management Services
Recommended Action: Authorize the City Manager to execute a renewal agreement with InfoSend, Inc. for data processing, printing and mailing, and electronic bill presentment services for Municipal Utility Services, Business License, Proactive Residential Enforcement Program, Dog Licensing, Paramedic Subscriptions, and City newsletters and other Cityrelated miscellaneous mailing notices. Said renewal agreement is to be for an amount not to exceed $10,904,376, which includes a 15% contingency funding for annual Cost Price Index (“CPI”) adjustments and a further 15% contingency setaside for anticipated United States postage increases – altogether totaling $2,516,394 over the maximum 8½year life of the agreement. The renewal agreement commences April 19, 2022 and contains a base term covering FY 2021 22, 202223, 202324 and FY 202425, expiring December 31, 2025, with provision for two renewal options of three years, and one year, respectively, ending December 31, 2029 (Agreement No. 2022XXX).
22. Approve an Agreement with Outfront Media LLC for the Design, Construction, Maintenance, and Operation of Digital Billboards and Digital Banners at Cityowned Properties throughout the City for a 25Year Term (General Fund) Department(s): Public Works Agency
Recommended Action: Authorize the City Manager to execute an agreement with Outfront Media LLC to design, construct, maintain, and operate digital billboards at Cityowned freeway locations and digital banners throughout the City, and to share advertising revenue from digital billboards and digital banners, for a 25year period beginning April 19, 2022 and ending April 18, 2047, with an option to extend for a period of ten years, subject to nonsubstantive changes approved by the City Manager and City Attorney (Agreement No. 2022XXX).
23. Approve Agreement with Group 4 Architecture, Research + Planning, Inc. in an Amount Not to Exceed $2,158,565 for a ThreeYear Term (Project No. 221380) (Revive Santa Ana Program)
Department(s): Public Works Agency, Library
Recommended Action: Authorize the City Manager to execute an agreement with Group 4 Architecture, Research + Planning, Inc. to provide full design services for the Santa Ana Main Library’s renovation project, in the amount of $2,158,565, for a three year term beginning April 19, 2022 and expiring April 18, 2025, with an option for two, oneyear extensions, subject nonsubstantive changes approved by the City Manager and City Attorney (Agreement No. 2022XXX).
24. Adopt a Resolution Establishing the Joint School Collaboration City Council Standing Subcommittee between the City of Santa Ana and the Santa Ana Unified School District
Department(s): Parks, Recreation, and Community Services Recommended Action: Resolution No. 2022XXX – Adopt a resolution establishing the joint school collaboration City Council standing subcommittee between the City of Santa Ana and the Santa Ana Unified School District.
25. Approve Appropriation Adjustment to Recognize Initial Disbursement of Homeless Housing, Assistance and Prevention Program Funds (NonGeneral Fund) Department(s): Community Development Agency
Recommended Action: Approve appropriation adjustment recognizing $2,058,070.34 in funds from the State of California, Business, Consumer Services and Housing Agency revenue account and appropriate the same amount to expenditure account to address homelessness in Santa Ana. (Requires five affirmative votes)
26. Approve Increase in Spending Capacity with Dyer 18 LLC for Unforeseen Tenant Improvement Costs Relating to the Homeless Navigation Center (NonGeneral Fund) Department(s): Community Development Agency
Recommended Action: Authorize the City Manager to increase spending capacity with Dyer 18, LLC for tenant improvements at the Homeless Navigation Center, in the amount of $1,200,000.
**END OF CONSENT CALENDAR**
BUSINESS CALENDAR
27. Ordinance Amending Chapter 33 of the Santa Ana Municipal Code Related to the Ceremonial Naming of Streets
Department(s): Public Works Agency
Recommended Action: Approve first reading of an ordinance amending Chapter 33 of the Municipal Code by adding Article XI relating to the ceremonial naming of streets.
28. Charter Review Ad Hoc Committee's Recommendation on Fireworks Department(s): City Manager Office
Recommended Action: Accept informational report and provide direction to staff. **END OF BUSINESS CALENDAR**
PUBLIC HEARINGS
PUBLIC COMMENTS – Members of the public may address the City Council on each of the Public Hearing items.
29. Public Hearing – Approve the Fiscal Year 20222023 Annual Action Plan and budgets for the Community Development Block Grant, HOME Investment Partnerships Grant, and Emergency Solutions Grant, and authorize submission to the United States Department of Housing and Urban Development
Legal notice published in the Orange County Register, La Opinión, and Nguoi Viet on March 10, 2022.
Department(s): Community Development Agency
Recommended Action: 1. Hold a public hearing to receive resident and stakeholder comments on funding priorities and needs for activities funded with the Community Development Block Grant, HOME Investment Partnerships Grant, and Emergency Solutions Grant programs for the Fiscal Year 202223 Annual Action Plan.
2. Approve the Fiscal Year 2022 2023 Annual Action Plan and authorize the submission of the Fiscal Year 2022 2023 Annual Action Plan to the United States Department of Housing and Urban Development.
3. Approve the Fiscal Year 20222023 budgets for the Community Development Block Grant Program in the total amount of $8,294,360 that includes $5,640,635 from Grant Year 2022 allocation and a reallocation of $2,653,725 in prior year program funds and program income; HOME Investment Partnerships grant in the amount of $1,706,231 from the Grant Year 2022 allocation and a reallocation of $9,428,513 in prior year program funds; and Emergency Solutions Grant in the amount of $489,141 from the Grant Year 2022 allocation. All proposed activities’ budgets will be proportionally increased or decreased from the estimated funding levels to match actual allocation amounts.
4. Direct the City Attorney to finalize and authorize the City Manager to execute memorandums of understanding with various city departments and agreements with nonprofit public service providers awarded funds as part of the approved Community Development Block Grant program budget for a twoyear term beginning July 1, 2022 through June 30, 2024, subject to nonsubstantive changes approved by the City Manager and City Attorney, and direct the Risk Manager or designee to determine the necessary insurance requirements applicable for each project (Agreement No. 2022 XXX).
5. Direct the City Attorney to finalize and authorize the City Manager to execute a memorandum of understanding with the Santa Ana Police Department and agreements with nonprofit homeless service providers awarded funds as part of the approved Emergency Solutions Grant program budget for a term beginning July 1, 2022 through June 30, 2023, subject to nonsubstantive changes approved by the City Manager and City Attorney, and direct the Risk Manager or designee to determine the necessary insurance requirements applicable for each project (Agreement No. 2022 XXX).
30. Public Hearing Final Recirculated Program Environmental Impact Report No. 2020 03 and General Plan Amendment No. 202006 for Santa Ana General Plan Update Legal notice published in the Orange County Reporter on April 8, 2022 and notices mailed on April 6, 2022.
Department(s): Planning and Building Agency
Recommended Action: 1. Resolution No. 2022XXX – Adopt a resolution certifying Final Recirculated Program Environmental Impact Report No. 202003 (SCH No. 2020029087), including adoption of environmental findings of fact pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act, adoption of a Statement of Overriding Considerations, and adoption of a Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Program.
2. Resolution No. 2022XXX – Adopt a resolution approving General Plan Amendment No. 202006.
3. Resolution No. 2022XXX – Adopt a resolution of findings to overrule the John Wayne Airport Orange County Airport Land Use Commission’s determination that the Proposed General Plan Update is inconsistent with the Airport Environs Land Use Plan.
COUNCILMEMBER REQUESTED ITEMS
31. Discuss and Consider Directing the City Manager to Direct Staff to Prepare an Ordinance to Require Shopping Centers to Post Contact Information for the Center's Management Personnel at All Entrances and Exits – Mayor Pro Tem Bacerra
32. Discuss and Consider Directing City Manager to Direct Staff to Introduce a Resolution, Policy, or Ordinance to Ban Loud Music for Use By Police Officers – Councilmember Hernandez
CITY MANAGER COMMENTS
CLERK OF THE COUNCIL COMMENTS
COUNCIL COMMENTS
AB1234 DISCLOSURE – If the City paid for travel or other expenses this is the time for members of the Council to provide a brief oral report on attendance of any regional board or commission meeting or any conference, meeting or event attended.
ADJOURNMENT – Adjourn the City Council meeting.
Adjourn in memory of Michael Macres.
Future Items
1. Mental Health Mobile Outreach Services
2. Housing Element Update
3. Billboard Ordinance Update
4. Cannabis Ordinance Update
5. Proposition 218 Solid Waste Rates Public Hearing
6. Parks, Facilities, Trails and Open Space Master Plan
7. Body Worn Cameras
City Council Meeting Agenda
April 19, 2022
CLOSED SESSION MEETING – 5:00 PM
REGULAR OPEN MEETING – 5:45 PM
(Immediately following the Closed Session Meeting)
CITY COUNCIL CHAMBER
22 Civic Center Plaza Santa Ana, CA 92701
Vicente Sarmiento
Mayor
Thai Viet Phan
Councilmember – Ward 1
David Penaloza
Councilmember Ward 2
Jessie Lopez
Councilmember Ward 3
Phil Bacerra
Mayor Pro Tem Ward 4
Johnathan Ryan Hernandez
Councilmember Ward 5
Nelida Mendoza
Councilmember Ward 6
Mayor and Council telephone: 7146476900
Agenda item inquiries: 7146476520
Sonia R. Carvalho
City Attorney
Kristine Ridge
City Manager
Daisy Gomez
Clerk of the Council
In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), if you need special assistance to participate in this Meeting, contact Michael Ortiz, City ADA Program Coordinator, at (714) 6475624. Notification 48 hours prior to the Meeting will enable the City to make reasonable arrangements to assure accessibility to this meeting. The City Council agenda and supporting documentation can be found on the City’s website – www.santaana.org/citymeetings.
CITY VISION AND CODE OF ETHICS
The City of Santa Ana is committed to achieving a shared vision for the organization and its community. The Vision, Mission and Guiding Principles (Values) are the result of a thoughtful and inclusive process designed to set the City and organization on a course that meets the challenges of today and tomorrow, as follows:
Vision The dynamic center of Orange County which is acclaimed for our: Investment in youth • Safe and healthy community • Neighborhood pride • Thriving economic climate • Enriched and diverse culture • Quality government services Mission To deliver efficient public services in partnership with our community which ensures public safety, a prosperous economic environment, opportunities for our youth, and a high quality of life for residents.
Guiding Principles Collaboration • Efficiency • Equity • Excellence • Fiscal Responsibility • Innovation • Transparency
Code of Ethics and Conduct At the Special Municipal Election held on February 5, 2008, voters approved an amendment to the City Charter which established the Code of Ethics and Conduct for elected officials and members of appointed boards, commissions, and committees to assure public confidence. The following are the core values expressed: • Integrity • Honesty • Responsibility • Fairness • Accountability • Respect • Efficiency Members of the public may attend the City Council meeting inperson or join via Zoom. The City Council meeting will occur live via teleconference Zoom webinar. You may view the meeting from your computer, tablet or smart phone via YouTube LiveStream at www.youtube.com/user/SantaAnaLibrary or on CTV3, available on Spectrum channel.
PUBLIC COMMENTS – Members of the public who wish to address the City Council on closed session items, items on the regular agenda or on matters which are not on the agenda, but are within the subject matter jurisdiction of the City Council may do so by one of the following ways:
MAILING OPTION written communications – Public comments may be mailed to:
Office of the Clerk of the Council, 20 Civic Center Plaza M30, Santa Ana, CA 92701. All written communications received via mail by 4:00 p.m. on the day of the meeting will be distributed to the City Council and imaged into the City’s document archive system which is available for public review.
SENDING EMAIL OPTION – Public comments may be sent via email to the City Clerk’s office at eComment@santaana.org. Please note the agenda item you are commenting on in the subject line of the email. All emails received before 4:00 p.m. on the day of the meeting will be distributed to the City Council and imaged into the City’s document archive system which is available for public review.
LIVE VIRTUAL OPTION – Members of the public may provide live comments during the meeting by Zoom or Conference Call. To join by Zoom click on or type the following address into your web browser https://us02web.zoom.us/j/315965149. To join the Conference Call: Dial (669) 9009128 and enter MEETING ID: 315 965 149#. You will be prompted by the City Clerk when it is time for a: i) closed session item, ii) general agenda item, iii) public hearing item, iv) special agenda item, or v) for Housing Authority item. You may request to speak by dialing *9 from your phone or you may virtually raise your hand from Zoom. After the Clerk confirms the last three digits of the caller’s phone number or Zoom ID and unmutes them, the caller must press *6 or microphone icon to speak. Callers are encouraged, but not required, to identify themselves by name. Each caller will be provided three (3) minutes to speak, unless due to the number of speakers wanting to speak a decision is made to provide a different amount of time to speak.
INPERSON OPTION Members of the public can provide inperson comments at the podium in the Council Chamber. The Council Chamber will have seating available for members of the public to attend the meeting inperson. Face coverings are strongly recommended for members of the public who enter City buildings. Public comments are limited to three (3) minutes per speaker, unless a different time is announced by the presiding chair. Speakers who wish to address the Council must do so by submitting a “Request to Speak” card by 5:00 p.m. for Closed Session items and by 6:00 p.m. for all other designated public comment periods as listed below. Cards will not be accepted after the Public Comment Session begins without the permission of the presiding chair.
The following designated public comment periods are:
1. LIVE PUBLIC COMMENTS ON CLOSED SESSION ITEMS – You can provide live comments on closed session items by joining Zoom or the Conference Call as described in the LIVE or INPERSON PUBLIC COMMENTS OPTION above. Speaker queue will open at 4:30 p.m. YOU MUST JOIN ZOOM OR THE CONFERENCE CALL BY 5:00 p.m.
Speakers who are not in the speaker queue by 5:00 p.m. will not be permitted to speak.
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CLOSED SESSION
CALL TO ORDER
ATTENDANCE Council Members Johnathan Ryan Hernandez
Jessie Lopez
Nelida Mendoza
David Penaloza
Thai Viet Phan
Mayor Pro Tem Phil Bacerra
Mayor Vicente Sarmiento
City Manager Kristine Ridge
City Attorney Sonia R. Carvalho
Clerk of the Council Daisy Gomez
ROLL CALL
PUBLIC COMMENTS – Members of the public may address the City Council on Closed Session items.
CLOSED SESSION ITEMS – The Brown Act permits legislative bodies to discuss certain matters without members of the public present. The City Council finds, based on advice from the City Attorney, that discussion in open session of the following matters will prejudice the position of the City in existing and anticipated litigation:
1. PUBLIC EMPLOYEE PERFORMANCE EVALUATION Pursuant to Government Code Section 54957
Title: Clerk of the Council, City Attorney and City Manager
2. CONFERENCE WITH LABOR NEGOTIATOR pursuant to Government Code Section 54957.6(a):
Agency Negotiators: Human Resources Executive Director, Jason Motsick Employee Organizations:
Santa Ana Police Officers Association (POA)
Service Employees’ International Union (SEIU) FullTime Employees Service Employees’ International Union (SEIU) PartTime NonCivil Service Employees
CLOSED SESSION REPORT – The City Attorney will report on any action(s) to be taken at the Regular Open Session which will begin immediately following the Closed Session.
RECESS – City Council will recess to Closed Session for the purpose of conducting regular City business.
RECONVENE – City Council will reconvene to continue regular City business.
CITY COUNCIL REGULAR OPEN SESSION
CALL TO ORDER
ROLL CALL
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE Mayor Sarmiento
WORDS OF INSPIRATION Bob Barnett, Police Chaplain
CEREMONIAL PRESENTATIONS
1. Proclamation presented by Mayor Sarmiento declaring April 2022 as Autism Awareness Month.
2. Certificate of Recognition presented by Mayor Pro Tem Bacerra to Roger Eyes, Crisselle Mendiola, and Fernando Olivares for Outstanding Contributions to the Community.
3. Certificate of Recognition presented by Councilmember Hernandez to the Orange County School of the Arts Ambassador Jazz Orchestra for Outstanding Contributions to the Community.
4. Proclamation presented by Councilmember Lopez to Southern Coalition for Occupational Safety & Health declaring April 28, 2022 as Workers’ Memorial Day.
5. Certificate of Recognition presented by Councilmember Mendoza to Micaela Andrade for her Outstanding Contributions to the Community.
6. Proclamation presented by Councilmember Phan to the Vietnamese Heritage Museum declaring April 30, 2022 as Black April.
STAFF PRESENTATIONS
7. COVID19 Update in the Community
CLOSED SESSION REPORT – The City Attorney will report on any action(s) from Closed Session.
PUBLIC COMMENT – Public comments will be held during the beginning of the meeting for ALL comments on agenda and nonagenda items, with the exception of public hearings.
Comments for public hearings will take place after the hearing is opened.
CONSENT CALENDAR
RECOMMENDED ACTION: Approve staff recommendations on the following Consent Calendar Items: 8 through 26.
8. Excused Absences
Department(s): Clerk of the Council Office
Recommended Action: Excuse the absent members.
9. Adopt Ordinance AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA ANA ESTABLISHING NEW WARD BOUNDARY LINES OF THE WARDS OF THE CITY OF SANTA ANA AND REPEALING ORDINANCE NO. NS2958 First reading at the April 5, 2022 City Council meeting and approved by a vote of 70.
Published in the Orange County Reporter on April 8, 2022.
Department(s): Clerk of the Council Office
Recommended Action: 1. Place ordinance on second reading and adopt.
2. Receive and file staff report regarding the use of new ward maps for purposes of city operations.
10. Adopt Ordinance No. NSXXXX ZONING ORDINANCE AMENDMENT NO. 202103 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA ANA REPEALING AND REENACTING IN ITS ENTIRETY ARTICLE XVIII.I. OF CHAPTER 41 OF THE SANTA ANA MUNICIPAL CODE REGARDING THE HOUSING OPPORTUNITY ORDINANCE
First reading at the April 5, 2022 City Council meeting and approved by a vote of 52 (Bacerra and Penaloza dissented).
Published in the Orange County Reporter on April 8, 2022.
Department(s): Planning and Building Agency
Recommended Action: Place ordinance on second reading and adopt.
11. Approve Destruction of Obsolete City Records
Department(s): Community Development Agency
Recommended Action: Approve the request for the destruction of obsolete records from the Community Development Agency in accordance with the retention schedule outlined in City Council Resolution No. 2013014.
12. Award Contract to Office Depot for the Purchase of Office Supplies in an Annual Amount not to exceed $175,000 for a Twoyear Term with Three OneYear Renewal Options (Specification No. 22061) (General Fund)
Department(s): Finance and Management Services
Recommended Action: Award a blanket order contract with Office Depot for an annual amount not to exceed $175,000 for the period beginning June 1, 2022 and expiring May 31, 2024 with an option for three oneyear renewals, subject to non substantive changes approved by the City Manager and City Attorney.
13. Award a Purchase Order in the Amount of $387,809 to Presidio Networked Solutions for Data Center Server and Storage Infrastructure Equipment (Specification No. 22 014) (NonGeneral Fund)
Department(s): Information Technology
Recommended Action: Award a purchase order to Presidio Networked Solutions for HPE Disaggregated Hyperconverged Infrastructure Equipment (dHCI), in the amount of $387,809, subject to nonsubstantive changes approved by the City Manager and City Attorney.
14. Award a Purchase Order in the Amount of $76,140 to National Auto Fleet Group for Two Ford Ranger XL SuperCrew Trucks for the Parks and Facilities Division of the Parks, Recreation, and Community Services Agency (Specification No. 22029) (General Fund)
Department(s): Public Works Agency, Parks, Recreation, and Community Services Recommended Action: Authorize a onetime purchase and payment of purchase order to National Auto Fleet Group for the purchase of two Ford Ranger XL SuperCrew Trucks, in the amount of $71,140, plus a contingency of $5,000, for a total amount not to exceed $76,140, subject to nonsubstantive changes approved by the City Manager and City Attorney.
15. Award Blanket Order Contracts to Sunbelt Rentals and United Rentals for Equipment Rental in the Annual Aggregate Amount of $80,000, for a OneYear Term with Four, OneYear Renewal Options (Specification No. 22045) (General and NonGeneral Fund)
Department(s): Public Works Agency
Recommended Action: Award blanket order contracts to Sunbelt Rentals and United Rentals for equipment rental for a oneyear period beginning April 20, 2022 and expiring April 19, 2023, with provisions for four, oneyear renewals exercisable by the City Manager, in an annual aggregate amount not to exceed $80,000, subject to nonsubstantive changes approved by the City Manager and City Attorney.
16. Approve Appropriation Adjustment, Budget Reallocation, and Award a Construction Contract to Big Ben, Inc. in the Amount of $1,453,765 for the Lincoln Avenue Water and Sewer Main Improvements Project, with an Estimated Project Delivery Cost of $2,000,000 (Project No. 226468 and 226620) (NonGeneral Fund) Department(s): Public Works Agency
Recommended Action: 1. Approve an appropriation adjustment to recognize $500,000 of prioryear fund balance in the Water Fund, Public Works Water Revenue, Prior Year Carryforward revenue account, and appropriate the same amount to the Acquisition & Construction, Water Utility Capital Projects, Water Capital Project expenditure account. (Requires five affirmative votes)
2. Award a construction contract to Big Ben, Inc., the lowest responsible bidder, in accordance with the base bid in the amount of $1,453,765, for construction of the Lincoln Water and Sewer Main Improvements Project, for the term beginning April 19, 2022 and ending upon project completion, and authorize the City Manager to execute the contract subject to nonsubstantive changes approved by the City Manager and the City Attorney.
3. Approve the Project Cost Analysis for a total estimated construction delivery cost of $2,000,000, which includes $1,453,765 for the construction contract, $218,000 for contract administration, inspection and testing, $100,000 for water engineering, and a $228,235 project contingency for unanticipated or unforeseen work.
4. Approve an amendment to the Fiscal Year 202122 Capital Improvement Program to include $500,000 in construction funds for the Lincoln Avenue Water and Sewer Improvements Project.
17. Award a Construction Contract to All American Asphalt in the Amount of $823,333 for the MacArthur Boulevard Resurfacing Project from Flower Street to Main Street, Fiscal Year (FY) 202122, with an Estimated Project Delivery Cost of $1,127,000 (Project No. 206957) (NonGeneral Fund)
Department(s): Public Works Agency
Recommended Action: 1. Authorize budget reallocation of $126,576 in unspent HUTA 2103 Gas Tax funds to the MacArthur Boulevard Resurfacing Project from Flower Street to Main Street (No. 206957) from the Gas Tax Local Street Improvements Project (No. 206956).
2. Award a construction contract to All American Asphalt, the lowest responsible bidder, in accordance with the base bid in the amount of $823,333, for construction of the MacArthur Boulevard Resurfacing Project from Flower Street to Main Street FY 202122.
3. Approve the Project Cost Analysis for a total estimated construction delivery cost of $1,127,000, which includes $823,333 for the construction contract, $113,334 for contract administration, inspection and testing, and a $190,333 project contingency for unanticipated, unforeseen work, and additional nearby asphalt pavement improvements.
18. Award a Construction Contract to CJ Concrete Construction Inc. in the Amount of $276,430 for the Local Street Sidewalk Improvements FY 202122 Project with an Estimated Project Delivery Cost of $373,060 (Project No. 227535) (NonGeneral Fund)
Department(s): Public Works Agency
Recommended Action: 1. Award a construction contract to CJ Concrete Construction Inc., the lowest responsible bidder, in accordance with the base bid in the amount of $276,430, for construction of the Local Street Sidewalk Improvements FY 202122, for the term beginning April 19, 2022 and ending upon project completion, and authorize the City Manager to execute the contract subject to non substantive changes approved by the City Manager and the City Attorney.
2. Approve the Project Cost Analysis for a total estimated construction delivery cost of $373,060, which includes $276,430 for the construction contract, $41,465 for contract administration, inspection and testing, and a $55,165 project contingency for unanticipated or unforeseen work.
3. Approve an amendment to the Fiscal Year 202122 Capital Improvement Program adding the Residential Street Repair Program FY 202122 Project with a budget of $373,060 in Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funds.
19. Approve Submittal of Request for Time Extension of the Measure M2 Comprehensive Transportation Funding Program for Warner Avenue Improvements Phase 2 and Bristol Street and Memory Lane Projects (Project No. 146802 and 176883) (Non General Fund)
Department(s): Public Works Agency
Recommended Action: Authorize the Public Works Agency to request a twoyear time extension of Measure M2 Comprehensive Transportation Funding Program construction funds for the Warner Avenue Improvements, Phase 2, from Oak Street to Grand Street project (21SNTAACE3997) and for Bristol Street and Memory Lane Intersection Improvements (21SNTAICE3995).
20. Approve a License Agreement with NOVA Academy for use of Birch Park and Sasser Park for an Emergency Evacuation Plan
Department(s): Parks, Recreation, and Community Services Recommended Action: Approve a license Agreement with NOVA academy for use of Birch Park and Sasser Park for an Emergency Evacuation Plan for the period of April 19, 2022 to June 30, 2025 with two, oneyear renewal options, subject to non substantive changes approved by the City Manager and City Attorney (Agreement No. 2022XXX).
21. Approve Renewal Agreement with InfoSend, Inc. for Data Processing, Printing and Mailing, and Electronic Bill Present Services in an amount not to exceed $10,904,376 (General and NonGeneral Fund)
Department(s): Finance and Management Services
Recommended Action: Authorize the City Manager to execute a renewal agreement with InfoSend, Inc. for data processing, printing and mailing, and electronic bill presentment services for Municipal Utility Services, Business License, Proactive Residential Enforcement Program, Dog Licensing, Paramedic Subscriptions, and City newsletters and other Cityrelated miscellaneous mailing notices. Said renewal agreement is to be for an amount not to exceed $10,904,376, which includes a 15% contingency funding for annual Cost Price Index (“CPI”) adjustments and a further 15% contingency setaside for anticipated United States postage increases – altogether totaling $2,516,394 over the maximum 8½year life of the agreement. The renewal agreement commences April 19, 2022 and contains a base term covering FY 2021 22, 202223, 202324 and FY 202425, expiring December 31, 2025, with provision for two renewal options of three years, and one year, respectively, ending December 31, 2029 (Agreement No. 2022XXX).
22. Approve an Agreement with Outfront Media LLC for the Design, Construction, Maintenance, and Operation of Digital Billboards and Digital Banners at Cityowned Properties throughout the City for a 25Year Term (General Fund) Department(s): Public Works Agency
Recommended Action: Authorize the City Manager to execute an agreement with Outfront Media LLC to design, construct, maintain, and operate digital billboards at Cityowned freeway locations and digital banners throughout the City, and to share advertising revenue from digital billboards and digital banners, for a 25year period beginning April 19, 2022 and ending April 18, 2047, with an option to extend for a period of ten years, subject to nonsubstantive changes approved by the City Manager and City Attorney (Agreement No. 2022XXX).
23. Approve Agreement with Group 4 Architecture, Research + Planning, Inc. in an Amount Not to Exceed $2,158,565 for a ThreeYear Term (Project No. 221380) (Revive Santa Ana Program)
Department(s): Public Works Agency, Library
Recommended Action: Authorize the City Manager to execute an agreement with Group 4 Architecture, Research + Planning, Inc. to provide full design services for the Santa Ana Main Library’s renovation project, in the amount of $2,158,565, for a three year term beginning April 19, 2022 and expiring April 18, 2025, with an option for two, oneyear extensions, subject nonsubstantive changes approved by the City Manager and City Attorney (Agreement No. 2022XXX).
24. Adopt a Resolution Establishing the Joint School Collaboration City Council Standing Subcommittee between the City of Santa Ana and the Santa Ana Unified School District
Department(s): Parks, Recreation, and Community Services Recommended Action: Resolution No. 2022XXX – Adopt a resolution establishing the joint school collaboration City Council standing subcommittee between the City of Santa Ana and the Santa Ana Unified School District.
25. Approve Appropriation Adjustment to Recognize Initial Disbursement of Homeless Housing, Assistance and Prevention Program Funds (NonGeneral Fund) Department(s): Community Development Agency
Recommended Action: Approve appropriation adjustment recognizing $2,058,070.34 in funds from the State of California, Business, Consumer Services and Housing Agency revenue account and appropriate the same amount to expenditure account to address homelessness in Santa Ana. (Requires five affirmative votes)
26. Approve Increase in Spending Capacity with Dyer 18 LLC for Unforeseen Tenant Improvement Costs Relating to the Homeless Navigation Center (NonGeneral Fund) Department(s): Community Development Agency
Recommended Action: Authorize the City Manager to increase spending capacity with Dyer 18, LLC for tenant improvements at the Homeless Navigation Center, in the amount of $1,200,000.
**END OF CONSENT CALENDAR**
BUSINESS CALENDAR
27. Ordinance Amending Chapter 33 of the Santa Ana Municipal Code Related to the Ceremonial Naming of Streets
Department(s): Public Works Agency
Recommended Action: Approve first reading of an ordinance amending Chapter 33 of the Municipal Code by adding Article XI relating to the ceremonial naming of streets.
28. Charter Review Ad Hoc Committee's Recommendation on Fireworks Department(s): City Manager Office
Recommended Action: Accept informational report and provide direction to staff. **END OF BUSINESS CALENDAR**
PUBLIC HEARINGS
PUBLIC COMMENTS – Members of the public may address the City Council on each of the Public Hearing items.
29. Public Hearing – Approve the Fiscal Year 20222023 Annual Action Plan and budgets for the Community Development Block Grant, HOME Investment Partnerships Grant, and Emergency Solutions Grant, and authorize submission to the United States Department of Housing and Urban Development
Legal notice published in the Orange County Register, La Opinión, and Nguoi Viet on March 10, 2022.
Department(s): Community Development Agency
Recommended Action: 1. Hold a public hearing to receive resident and stakeholder comments on funding priorities and needs for activities funded with the Community Development Block Grant, HOME Investment Partnerships Grant, and Emergency Solutions Grant programs for the Fiscal Year 202223 Annual Action Plan.
2. Approve the Fiscal Year 2022 2023 Annual Action Plan and authorize the submission of the Fiscal Year 2022 2023 Annual Action Plan to the United States Department of Housing and Urban Development.
3. Approve the Fiscal Year 20222023 budgets for the Community Development Block Grant Program in the total amount of $8,294,360 that includes $5,640,635 from Grant Year 2022 allocation and a reallocation of $2,653,725 in prior year program funds and program income; HOME Investment Partnerships grant in the amount of $1,706,231 from the Grant Year 2022 allocation and a reallocation of $9,428,513 in prior year program funds; and Emergency Solutions Grant in the amount of $489,141 from the Grant Year 2022 allocation. All proposed activities’ budgets will be proportionally increased or decreased from the estimated funding levels to match actual allocation amounts.
4. Direct the City Attorney to finalize and authorize the City Manager to execute memorandums of understanding with various city departments and agreements with nonprofit public service providers awarded funds as part of the approved Community Development Block Grant program budget for a twoyear term beginning July 1, 2022 through June 30, 2024, subject to nonsubstantive changes approved by the City Manager and City Attorney, and direct the Risk Manager or designee to determine the necessary insurance requirements applicable for each project (Agreement No. 2022 XXX).
5. Direct the City Attorney to finalize and authorize the City Manager to execute a memorandum of understanding with the Santa Ana Police Department and agreements with nonprofit homeless service providers awarded funds as part of the approved Emergency Solutions Grant program budget for a term beginning July 1, 2022 through June 30, 2023, subject to nonsubstantive changes approved by the City Manager and City Attorney, and direct the Risk Manager or designee to determine the necessary insurance requirements applicable for each project (Agreement No. 2022 XXX).
30. Public Hearing Final Recirculated Program Environmental Impact Report No. 2020 03 and General Plan Amendment No. 202006 for Santa Ana General Plan Update Legal notice published in the Orange County Reporter on April 8, 2022 and notices mailed on April 6, 2022.
Department(s): Planning and Building Agency
Recommended Action: 1. Resolution No. 2022XXX – Adopt a resolution certifying Final Recirculated Program Environmental Impact Report No. 202003 (SCH No. 2020029087), including adoption of environmental findings of fact pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act, adoption of a Statement of Overriding Considerations, and adoption of a Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Program.
2. Resolution No. 2022XXX – Adopt a resolution approving General Plan Amendment No. 202006.
3. Resolution No. 2022XXX – Adopt a resolution of findings to overrule the John Wayne Airport Orange County Airport Land Use Commission’s determination that the Proposed General Plan Update is inconsistent with the Airport Environs Land Use Plan.
COUNCILMEMBER REQUESTED ITEMS
31. Discuss and Consider Directing the City Manager to Direct Staff to Prepare an Ordinance to Require Shopping Centers to Post Contact Information for the Center's Management Personnel at All Entrances and Exits – Mayor Pro Tem Bacerra
32. Discuss and Consider Directing City Manager to Direct Staff to Introduce a Resolution, Policy, or Ordinance to Ban Loud Music for Use By Police Officers – Councilmember Hernandez
CITY MANAGER COMMENTS
CLERK OF THE COUNCIL COMMENTS
COUNCIL COMMENTS
AB1234 DISCLOSURE – If the City paid for travel or other expenses this is the time for members of the Council to provide a brief oral report on attendance of any regional board or commission meeting or any conference, meeting or event attended.
ADJOURNMENT – Adjourn the City Council meeting.
Adjourn in memory of Michael Macres.
Future Items
1. Mental Health Mobile Outreach Services
2. Housing Element Update
3. Billboard Ordinance Update
4. Cannabis Ordinance Update
5. Proposition 218 Solid Waste Rates Public Hearing
6. Parks, Facilities, Trails and Open Space Master Plan
7. Body Worn Cameras
City Council Meeting Agenda
April 19, 2022
CLOSED SESSION MEETING – 5:00 PM
REGULAR OPEN MEETING – 5:45 PM
(Immediately following the Closed Session Meeting)
CITY COUNCIL CHAMBER
22 Civic Center Plaza Santa Ana, CA 92701
Vicente Sarmiento
Mayor
Thai Viet Phan
Councilmember – Ward 1
David Penaloza
Councilmember Ward 2
Jessie Lopez
Councilmember Ward 3
Phil Bacerra
Mayor Pro Tem Ward 4
Johnathan Ryan Hernandez
Councilmember Ward 5
Nelida Mendoza
Councilmember Ward 6
Mayor and Council telephone: 7146476900
Agenda item inquiries: 7146476520
Sonia R. Carvalho
City Attorney
Kristine Ridge
City Manager
Daisy Gomez
Clerk of the Council
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CITY VISION AND CODE OF ETHICS
The City of Santa Ana is committed to achieving a shared vision for the organization and its community. The Vision, Mission and Guiding Principles (Values) are the result of a thoughtful and inclusive process designed to set the City and organization on a course that meets the challenges of today and tomorrow, as follows:
Vision The dynamic center of Orange County which is acclaimed for our: Investment in youth • Safe and healthy community • Neighborhood pride • Thriving economic climate • Enriched and diverse culture • Quality government services Mission To deliver efficient public services in partnership with our community which ensures public safety, a prosperous economic environment, opportunities for our youth, and a high quality of life for residents.
Guiding Principles Collaboration • Efficiency • Equity • Excellence • Fiscal Responsibility • Innovation • Transparency
Code of Ethics and Conduct At the Special Municipal Election held on February 5, 2008, voters approved an amendment to the City Charter which established the Code of Ethics and Conduct for elected officials and members of appointed boards, commissions, and committees to assure public confidence. The following are the core values expressed: • Integrity • Honesty • Responsibility • Fairness • Accountability • Respect • Efficiency Members of the public may attend the City Council meeting inperson or join via Zoom. The City Council meeting will occur live via teleconference Zoom webinar. You may view the meeting from your computer, tablet or smart phone via YouTube LiveStream at www.youtube.com/user/SantaAnaLibrary or on CTV3, available on Spectrum channel.
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About the Agenda
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CLOSED SESSION
CALL TO ORDER
ATTENDANCE Council Members Johnathan Ryan Hernandez
Jessie Lopez
Nelida Mendoza
David Penaloza
Thai Viet Phan
Mayor Pro Tem Phil Bacerra
Mayor Vicente Sarmiento
City Manager Kristine Ridge
City Attorney Sonia R. Carvalho
Clerk of the Council Daisy Gomez
ROLL CALL
PUBLIC COMMENTS – Members of the public may address the City Council on Closed Session items.
CLOSED SESSION ITEMS – The Brown Act permits legislative bodies to discuss certain matters without members of the public present. The City Council finds, based on advice from the City Attorney, that discussion in open session of the following matters will prejudice the position of the City in existing and anticipated litigation:
1. PUBLIC EMPLOYEE PERFORMANCE EVALUATION Pursuant to Government Code Section 54957
Title: Clerk of the Council, City Attorney and City Manager
2. CONFERENCE WITH LABOR NEGOTIATOR pursuant to Government Code Section 54957.6(a):
Agency Negotiators: Human Resources Executive Director, Jason Motsick Employee Organizations:
Santa Ana Police Officers Association (POA)
Service Employees’ International Union (SEIU) FullTime Employees Service Employees’ International Union (SEIU) PartTime NonCivil Service Employees
CLOSED SESSION REPORT – The City Attorney will report on any action(s) to be taken at the Regular Open Session which will begin immediately following the Closed Session.
RECESS – City Council will recess to Closed Session for the purpose of conducting regular City business.
RECONVENE – City Council will reconvene to continue regular City business.
CITY COUNCIL REGULAR OPEN SESSION
CALL TO ORDER
ROLL CALL
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE Mayor Sarmiento
WORDS OF INSPIRATION Bob Barnett, Police Chaplain
CEREMONIAL PRESENTATIONS
1. Proclamation presented by Mayor Sarmiento declaring April 2022 as Autism Awareness Month.
2. Certificate of Recognition presented by Mayor Pro Tem Bacerra to Roger Eyes, Crisselle Mendiola, and Fernando Olivares for Outstanding Contributions to the Community.
3. Certificate of Recognition presented by Councilmember Hernandez to the Orange County School of the Arts Ambassador Jazz Orchestra for Outstanding Contributions to the Community.
4. Proclamation presented by Councilmember Lopez to Southern Coalition for Occupational Safety & Health declaring April 28, 2022 as Workers’ Memorial Day.
5. Certificate of Recognition presented by Councilmember Mendoza to Micaela Andrade for her Outstanding Contributions to the Community.
6. Proclamation presented by Councilmember Phan to the Vietnamese Heritage Museum declaring April 30, 2022 as Black April.
STAFF PRESENTATIONS
7. COVID19 Update in the Community
CLOSED SESSION REPORT – The City Attorney will report on any action(s) from Closed Session.
PUBLIC COMMENT – Public comments will be held during the beginning of the meeting for ALL comments on agenda and nonagenda items, with the exception of public hearings.
Comments for public hearings will take place after the hearing is opened.
CONSENT CALENDAR
RECOMMENDED ACTION: Approve staff recommendations on the following Consent Calendar Items: 8 through 26.
8. Excused Absences
Department(s): Clerk of the Council Office
Recommended Action: Excuse the absent members.
9. Adopt Ordinance AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA ANA ESTABLISHING NEW WARD BOUNDARY LINES OF THE WARDS OF THE CITY OF SANTA ANA AND REPEALING ORDINANCE NO. NS2958 First reading at the April 5, 2022 City Council meeting and approved by a vote of 70.
Published in the Orange County Reporter on April 8, 2022.
Department(s): Clerk of the Council Office
Recommended Action: 1. Place ordinance on second reading and adopt.
2. Receive and file staff report regarding the use of new ward maps for purposes of city operations.
10. Adopt Ordinance No. NSXXXX ZONING ORDINANCE AMENDMENT NO. 202103 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA ANA REPEALING AND REENACTING IN ITS ENTIRETY ARTICLE XVIII.I. OF CHAPTER 41 OF THE SANTA ANA MUNICIPAL CODE REGARDING THE HOUSING OPPORTUNITY ORDINANCE
First reading at the April 5, 2022 City Council meeting and approved by a vote of 52 (Bacerra and Penaloza dissented).
Published in the Orange County Reporter on April 8, 2022.
Department(s): Planning and Building Agency
Recommended Action: Place ordinance on second reading and adopt.
11. Approve Destruction of Obsolete City Records
Department(s): Community Development Agency
Recommended Action: Approve the request for the destruction of obsolete records from the Community Development Agency in accordance with the retention schedule outlined in City Council Resolution No. 2013014.
12. Award Contract to Office Depot for the Purchase of Office Supplies in an Annual Amount not to exceed $175,000 for a Twoyear Term with Three OneYear Renewal Options (Specification No. 22061) (General Fund)
Department(s): Finance and Management Services
Recommended Action: Award a blanket order contract with Office Depot for an annual amount not to exceed $175,000 for the period beginning June 1, 2022 and expiring May 31, 2024 with an option for three oneyear renewals, subject to non substantive changes approved by the City Manager and City Attorney.
13. Award a Purchase Order in the Amount of $387,809 to Presidio Networked Solutions for Data Center Server and Storage Infrastructure Equipment (Specification No. 22 014) (NonGeneral Fund)
Department(s): Information Technology
Recommended Action: Award a purchase order to Presidio Networked Solutions for HPE Disaggregated Hyperconverged Infrastructure Equipment (dHCI), in the amount of $387,809, subject to nonsubstantive changes approved by the City Manager and City Attorney.
14. Award a Purchase Order in the Amount of $76,140 to National Auto Fleet Group for Two Ford Ranger XL SuperCrew Trucks for the Parks and Facilities Division of the Parks, Recreation, and Community Services Agency (Specification No. 22029) (General Fund)
Department(s): Public Works Agency, Parks, Recreation, and Community Services Recommended Action: Authorize a onetime purchase and payment of purchase order to National Auto Fleet Group for the purchase of two Ford Ranger XL SuperCrew Trucks, in the amount of $71,140, plus a contingency of $5,000, for a total amount not to exceed $76,140, subject to nonsubstantive changes approved by the City Manager and City Attorney.
15. Award Blanket Order Contracts to Sunbelt Rentals and United Rentals for Equipment Rental in the Annual Aggregate Amount of $80,000, for a OneYear Term with Four, OneYear Renewal Options (Specification No. 22045) (General and NonGeneral Fund)
Department(s): Public Works Agency
Recommended Action: Award blanket order contracts to Sunbelt Rentals and United Rentals for equipment rental for a oneyear period beginning April 20, 2022 and expiring April 19, 2023, with provisions for four, oneyear renewals exercisable by the City Manager, in an annual aggregate amount not to exceed $80,000, subject to nonsubstantive changes approved by the City Manager and City Attorney.
16. Approve Appropriation Adjustment, Budget Reallocation, and Award a Construction Contract to Big Ben, Inc. in the Amount of $1,453,765 for the Lincoln Avenue Water and Sewer Main Improvements Project, with an Estimated Project Delivery Cost of $2,000,000 (Project No. 226468 and 226620) (NonGeneral Fund) Department(s): Public Works Agency
Recommended Action: 1. Approve an appropriation adjustment to recognize $500,000 of prioryear fund balance in the Water Fund, Public Works Water Revenue, Prior Year Carryforward revenue account, and appropriate the same amount to the Acquisition & Construction, Water Utility Capital Projects, Water Capital Project expenditure account. (Requires five affirmative votes)
2. Award a construction contract to Big Ben, Inc., the lowest responsible bidder, in accordance with the base bid in the amount of $1,453,765, for construction of the Lincoln Water and Sewer Main Improvements Project, for the term beginning April 19, 2022 and ending upon project completion, and authorize the City Manager to execute the contract subject to nonsubstantive changes approved by the City Manager and the City Attorney.
3. Approve the Project Cost Analysis for a total estimated construction delivery cost of $2,000,000, which includes $1,453,765 for the construction contract, $218,000 for contract administration, inspection and testing, $100,000 for water engineering, and a $228,235 project contingency for unanticipated or unforeseen work.
4. Approve an amendment to the Fiscal Year 202122 Capital Improvement Program to include $500,000 in construction funds for the Lincoln Avenue Water and Sewer Improvements Project.
17. Award a Construction Contract to All American Asphalt in the Amount of $823,333 for the MacArthur Boulevard Resurfacing Project from Flower Street to Main Street, Fiscal Year (FY) 202122, with an Estimated Project Delivery Cost of $1,127,000 (Project No. 206957) (NonGeneral Fund)
Department(s): Public Works Agency
Recommended Action: 1. Authorize budget reallocation of $126,576 in unspent HUTA 2103 Gas Tax funds to the MacArthur Boulevard Resurfacing Project from Flower Street to Main Street (No. 206957) from the Gas Tax Local Street Improvements Project (No. 206956).
2. Award a construction contract to All American Asphalt, the lowest responsible bidder, in accordance with the base bid in the amount of $823,333, for construction of the MacArthur Boulevard Resurfacing Project from Flower Street to Main Street FY 202122.
3. Approve the Project Cost Analysis for a total estimated construction delivery cost of $1,127,000, which includes $823,333 for the construction contract, $113,334 for contract administration, inspection and testing, and a $190,333 project contingency for unanticipated, unforeseen work, and additional nearby asphalt pavement improvements.
18. Award a Construction Contract to CJ Concrete Construction Inc. in the Amount of $276,430 for the Local Street Sidewalk Improvements FY 202122 Project with an Estimated Project Delivery Cost of $373,060 (Project No. 227535) (NonGeneral Fund)
Department(s): Public Works Agency
Recommended Action: 1. Award a construction contract to CJ Concrete Construction Inc., the lowest responsible bidder, in accordance with the base bid in the amount of $276,430, for construction of the Local Street Sidewalk Improvements FY 202122, for the term beginning April 19, 2022 and ending upon project completion, and authorize the City Manager to execute the contract subject to non substantive changes approved by the City Manager and the City Attorney.
2. Approve the Project Cost Analysis for a total estimated construction delivery cost of $373,060, which includes $276,430 for the construction contract, $41,465 for contract administration, inspection and testing, and a $55,165 project contingency for unanticipated or unforeseen work.
3. Approve an amendment to the Fiscal Year 202122 Capital Improvement Program adding the Residential Street Repair Program FY 202122 Project with a budget of $373,060 in Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funds.
19. Approve Submittal of Request for Time Extension of the Measure M2 Comprehensive Transportation Funding Program for Warner Avenue Improvements Phase 2 and Bristol Street and Memory Lane Projects (Project No. 146802 and 176883) (Non General Fund)
Department(s): Public Works Agency
Recommended Action: Authorize the Public Works Agency to request a twoyear time extension of Measure M2 Comprehensive Transportation Funding Program construction funds for the Warner Avenue Improvements, Phase 2, from Oak Street to Grand Street project (21SNTAACE3997) and for Bristol Street and Memory Lane Intersection Improvements (21SNTAICE3995).
20. Approve a License Agreement with NOVA Academy for use of Birch Park and Sasser Park for an Emergency Evacuation Plan
Department(s): Parks, Recreation, and Community Services Recommended Action: Approve a license Agreement with NOVA academy for use of Birch Park and Sasser Park for an Emergency Evacuation Plan for the period of April 19, 2022 to June 30, 2025 with two, oneyear renewal options, subject to non substantive changes approved by the City Manager and City Attorney (Agreement No. 2022XXX).
21. Approve Renewal Agreement with InfoSend, Inc. for Data Processing, Printing and Mailing, and Electronic Bill Present Services in an amount not to exceed $10,904,376 (General and NonGeneral Fund)
Department(s): Finance and Management Services
Recommended Action: Authorize the City Manager to execute a renewal agreement with InfoSend, Inc. for data processing, printing and mailing, and electronic bill presentment services for Municipal Utility Services, Business License, Proactive Residential Enforcement Program, Dog Licensing, Paramedic Subscriptions, and City newsletters and other Cityrelated miscellaneous mailing notices. Said renewal agreement is to be for an amount not to exceed $10,904,376, which includes a 15% contingency funding for annual Cost Price Index (“CPI”) adjustments and a further 15% contingency setaside for anticipated United States postage increases – altogether totaling $2,516,394 over the maximum 8½year life of the agreement. The renewal agreement commences April 19, 2022 and contains a base term covering FY 2021 22, 202223, 202324 and FY 202425, expiring December 31, 2025, with provision for two renewal options of three years, and one year, respectively, ending December 31, 2029 (Agreement No. 2022XXX).
22. Approve an Agreement with Outfront Media LLC for the Design, Construction, Maintenance, and Operation of Digital Billboards and Digital Banners at Cityowned Properties throughout the City for a 25Year Term (General Fund) Department(s): Public Works Agency
Recommended Action: Authorize the City Manager to execute an agreement with Outfront Media LLC to design, construct, maintain, and operate digital billboards at Cityowned freeway locations and digital banners throughout the City, and to share advertising revenue from digital billboards and digital banners, for a 25year period beginning April 19, 2022 and ending April 18, 2047, with an option to extend for a period of ten years, subject to nonsubstantive changes approved by the City Manager and City Attorney (Agreement No. 2022XXX).
23. Approve Agreement with Group 4 Architecture, Research + Planning, Inc. in an Amount Not to Exceed $2,158,565 for a ThreeYear Term (Project No. 221380) (Revive Santa Ana Program)
Department(s): Public Works Agency, Library
Recommended Action: Authorize the City Manager to execute an agreement with Group 4 Architecture, Research + Planning, Inc. to provide full design services for the Santa Ana Main Library’s renovation project, in the amount of $2,158,565, for a three year term beginning April 19, 2022 and expiring April 18, 2025, with an option for two, oneyear extensions, subject nonsubstantive changes approved by the City Manager and City Attorney (Agreement No. 2022XXX).
24. Adopt a Resolution Establishing the Joint School Collaboration City Council Standing Subcommittee between the City of Santa Ana and the Santa Ana Unified School District
Department(s): Parks, Recreation, and Community Services Recommended Action: Resolution No. 2022XXX – Adopt a resolution establishing the joint school collaboration City Council standing subcommittee between the City of Santa Ana and the Santa Ana Unified School District.
25. Approve Appropriation Adjustment to Recognize Initial Disbursement of Homeless Housing, Assistance and Prevention Program Funds (NonGeneral Fund) Department(s): Community Development Agency
Recommended Action: Approve appropriation adjustment recognizing $2,058,070.34 in funds from the State of California, Business, Consumer Services and Housing Agency revenue account and appropriate the same amount to expenditure account to address homelessness in Santa Ana. (Requires five affirmative votes)
26. Approve Increase in Spending Capacity with Dyer 18 LLC for Unforeseen Tenant Improvement Costs Relating to the Homeless Navigation Center (NonGeneral Fund) Department(s): Community Development Agency
Recommended Action: Authorize the City Manager to increase spending capacity with Dyer 18, LLC for tenant improvements at the Homeless Navigation Center, in the amount of $1,200,000.
**END OF CONSENT CALENDAR**
BUSINESS CALENDAR
27. Ordinance Amending Chapter 33 of the Santa Ana Municipal Code Related to the Ceremonial Naming of Streets
Department(s): Public Works Agency
Recommended Action: Approve first reading of an ordinance amending Chapter 33 of the Municipal Code by adding Article XI relating to the ceremonial naming of streets.
28. Charter Review Ad Hoc Committee's Recommendation on Fireworks Department(s): City Manager Office
Recommended Action: Accept informational report and provide direction to staff. **END OF BUSINESS CALENDAR**
PUBLIC HEARINGS
PUBLIC COMMENTS – Members of the public may address the City Council on each of the Public Hearing items.
29. Public Hearing – Approve the Fiscal Year 20222023 Annual Action Plan and budgets for the Community Development Block Grant, HOME Investment Partnerships Grant, and Emergency Solutions Grant, and authorize submission to the United States Department of Housing and Urban Development
Legal notice published in the Orange County Register, La Opinión, and Nguoi Viet on March 10, 2022.
Department(s): Community Development Agency
Recommended Action: 1. Hold a public hearing to receive resident and stakeholder comments on funding priorities and needs for activities funded with the Community Development Block Grant, HOME Investment Partnerships Grant, and Emergency Solutions Grant programs for the Fiscal Year 202223 Annual Action Plan.
2. Approve the Fiscal Year 2022 2023 Annual Action Plan and authorize the submission of the Fiscal Year 2022 2023 Annual Action Plan to the United States Department of Housing and Urban Development.
3. Approve the Fiscal Year 20222023 budgets for the Community Development Block Grant Program in the total amount of $8,294,360 that includes $5,640,635 from Grant Year 2022 allocation and a reallocation of $2,653,725 in prior year program funds and program income; HOME Investment Partnerships grant in the amount of $1,706,231 from the Grant Year 2022 allocation and a reallocation of $9,428,513 in prior year program funds; and Emergency Solutions Grant in the amount of $489,141 from the Grant Year 2022 allocation. All proposed activities’ budgets will be proportionally increased or decreased from the estimated funding levels to match actual allocation amounts.
4. Direct the City Attorney to finalize and authorize the City Manager to execute memorandums of understanding with various city departments and agreements with nonprofit public service providers awarded funds as part of the approved Community Development Block Grant program budget for a twoyear term beginning July 1, 2022 through June 30, 2024, subject to nonsubstantive changes approved by the City Manager and City Attorney, and direct the Risk Manager or designee to determine the necessary insurance requirements applicable for each project (Agreement No. 2022 XXX).
5. Direct the City Attorney to finalize and authorize the City Manager to execute a memorandum of understanding with the Santa Ana Police Department and agreements with nonprofit homeless service providers awarded funds as part of the approved Emergency Solutions Grant program budget for a term beginning July 1, 2022 through June 30, 2023, subject to nonsubstantive changes approved by the City Manager and City Attorney, and direct the Risk Manager or designee to determine the necessary insurance requirements applicable for each project (Agreement No. 2022 XXX).
30. Public Hearing Final Recirculated Program Environmental Impact Report No. 2020 03 and General Plan Amendment No. 202006 for Santa Ana General Plan Update Legal notice published in the Orange County Reporter on April 8, 2022 and notices mailed on April 6, 2022.
Department(s): Planning and Building Agency
Recommended Action: 1. Resolution No. 2022XXX – Adopt a resolution certifying Final Recirculated Program Environmental Impact Report No. 202003 (SCH No. 2020029087), including adoption of environmental findings of fact pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act, adoption of a Statement of Overriding Considerations, and adoption of a Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Program.
2. Resolution No. 2022XXX – Adopt a resolution approving General Plan Amendment No. 202006.
3. Resolution No. 2022XXX – Adopt a resolution of findings to overrule the John Wayne Airport Orange County Airport Land Use Commission’s determination that the Proposed General Plan Update is inconsistent with the Airport Environs Land Use Plan.
COUNCILMEMBER REQUESTED ITEMS
31. Discuss and Consider Directing the City Manager to Direct Staff to Prepare an Ordinance to Require Shopping Centers to Post Contact Information for the Center's Management Personnel at All Entrances and Exits – Mayor Pro Tem Bacerra
32. Discuss and Consider Directing City Manager to Direct Staff to Introduce a Resolution, Policy, or Ordinance to Ban Loud Music for Use By Police Officers – Councilmember Hernandez
CITY MANAGER COMMENTS
CLERK OF THE COUNCIL COMMENTS
COUNCIL COMMENTS
AB1234 DISCLOSURE – If the City paid for travel or other expenses this is the time for members of the Council to provide a brief oral report on attendance of any regional board or commission meeting or any conference, meeting or event attended.
ADJOURNMENT – Adjourn the City Council meeting.
Adjourn in memory of Michael Macres.
Future Items
1. Mental Health Mobile Outreach Services
2. Housing Element Update
3. Billboard Ordinance Update
4. Cannabis Ordinance Update
5. Proposition 218 Solid Waste Rates Public Hearing
6. Parks, Facilities, Trails and Open Space Master Plan
7. Body Worn Cameras
City Council Meeting Agenda
April 19, 2022
CLOSED SESSION MEETING – 5:00 PM
REGULAR OPEN MEETING – 5:45 PM
(Immediately following the Closed Session Meeting)
CITY COUNCIL CHAMBER
22 Civic Center Plaza Santa Ana, CA 92701
Vicente Sarmiento
Mayor
Thai Viet Phan
Councilmember – Ward 1
David Penaloza
Councilmember Ward 2
Jessie Lopez
Councilmember Ward 3
Phil Bacerra
Mayor Pro Tem Ward 4
Johnathan Ryan Hernandez
Councilmember Ward 5
Nelida Mendoza
Councilmember Ward 6
Mayor and Council telephone: 7146476900
Agenda item inquiries: 7146476520
Sonia R. Carvalho
City Attorney
Kristine Ridge
City Manager
Daisy Gomez
Clerk of the Council
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CITY VISION AND CODE OF ETHICS
The City of Santa Ana is committed to achieving a shared vision for the organization and its community. The Vision, Mission and Guiding Principles (Values) are the result of a thoughtful and inclusive process designed to set the City and organization on a course that meets the challenges of today and tomorrow, as follows:
Vision The dynamic center of Orange County which is acclaimed for our: Investment in youth • Safe and healthy community • Neighborhood pride • Thriving economic climate • Enriched and diverse culture • Quality government services Mission To deliver efficient public services in partnership with our community which ensures public safety, a prosperous economic environment, opportunities for our youth, and a high quality of life for residents.
Guiding Principles Collaboration • Efficiency • Equity • Excellence • Fiscal Responsibility • Innovation • Transparency
Code of Ethics and Conduct At the Special Municipal Election held on February 5, 2008, voters approved an amendment to the City Charter which established the Code of Ethics and Conduct for elected officials and members of appointed boards, commissions, and committees to assure public confidence. The following are the core values expressed: • Integrity • Honesty • Responsibility • Fairness • Accountability • Respect • Efficiency Members of the public may attend the City Council meeting inperson or join via Zoom. The City Council meeting will occur live via teleconference Zoom webinar. You may view the meeting from your computer, tablet or smart phone via YouTube LiveStream at www.youtube.com/user/SantaAnaLibrary or on CTV3, available on Spectrum channel.
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CLOSED SESSION
CALL TO ORDER
ATTENDANCE Council Members Johnathan Ryan Hernandez
Jessie Lopez
Nelida Mendoza
David Penaloza
Thai Viet Phan
Mayor Pro Tem Phil Bacerra
Mayor Vicente Sarmiento
City Manager Kristine Ridge
City Attorney Sonia R. Carvalho
Clerk of the Council Daisy Gomez
ROLL CALL
PUBLIC COMMENTS – Members of the public may address the City Council on Closed Session items.
CLOSED SESSION ITEMS – The Brown Act permits legislative bodies to discuss certain matters without members of the public present. The City Council finds, based on advice from the City Attorney, that discussion in open session of the following matters will prejudice the position of the City in existing and anticipated litigation:
1. PUBLIC EMPLOYEE PERFORMANCE EVALUATION Pursuant to Government Code Section 54957
Title: Clerk of the Council, City Attorney and City Manager
2. CONFERENCE WITH LABOR NEGOTIATOR pursuant to Government Code Section 54957.6(a):
Agency Negotiators: Human Resources Executive Director, Jason Motsick Employee Organizations:
Santa Ana Police Officers Association (POA)
Service Employees’ International Union (SEIU) FullTime Employees Service Employees’ International Union (SEIU) PartTime NonCivil Service Employees
CLOSED SESSION REPORT – The City Attorney will report on any action(s) to be taken at the Regular Open Session which will begin immediately following the Closed Session.
RECESS – City Council will recess to Closed Session for the purpose of conducting regular City business.
RECONVENE – City Council will reconvene to continue regular City business.
CITY COUNCIL REGULAR OPEN SESSION
CALL TO ORDER
ROLL CALL
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE Mayor Sarmiento
WORDS OF INSPIRATION Bob Barnett, Police Chaplain
CEREMONIAL PRESENTATIONS
1. Proclamation presented by Mayor Sarmiento declaring April 2022 as Autism Awareness Month.
2. Certificate of Recognition presented by Mayor Pro Tem Bacerra to Roger Eyes, Crisselle Mendiola, and Fernando Olivares for Outstanding Contributions to the Community.
3. Certificate of Recognition presented by Councilmember Hernandez to the Orange County School of the Arts Ambassador Jazz Orchestra for Outstanding Contributions to the Community.
4. Proclamation presented by Councilmember Lopez to Southern Coalition for Occupational Safety & Health declaring April 28, 2022 as Workers’ Memorial Day.
5. Certificate of Recognition presented by Councilmember Mendoza to Micaela Andrade for her Outstanding Contributions to the Community.
6. Proclamation presented by Councilmember Phan to the Vietnamese Heritage Museum declaring April 30, 2022 as Black April.
STAFF PRESENTATIONS
7. COVID19 Update in the Community
CLOSED SESSION REPORT – The City Attorney will report on any action(s) from Closed Session.
PUBLIC COMMENT – Public comments will be held during the beginning of the meeting for ALL comments on agenda and nonagenda items, with the exception of public hearings.
Comments for public hearings will take place after the hearing is opened.
CONSENT CALENDAR
RECOMMENDED ACTION: Approve staff recommendations on the following Consent Calendar Items: 8 through 26.
8. Excused Absences
Department(s): Clerk of the Council Office
Recommended Action: Excuse the absent members.
9. Adopt Ordinance AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA ANA ESTABLISHING NEW WARD BOUNDARY LINES OF THE WARDS OF THE CITY OF SANTA ANA AND REPEALING ORDINANCE NO. NS2958 First reading at the April 5, 2022 City Council meeting and approved by a vote of 70.
Published in the Orange County Reporter on April 8, 2022.
Department(s): Clerk of the Council Office
Recommended Action: 1. Place ordinance on second reading and adopt.
2. Receive and file staff report regarding the use of new ward maps for purposes of city operations.
10. Adopt Ordinance No. NSXXXX ZONING ORDINANCE AMENDMENT NO. 202103 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA ANA REPEALING AND REENACTING IN ITS ENTIRETY ARTICLE XVIII.I. OF CHAPTER 41 OF THE SANTA ANA MUNICIPAL CODE REGARDING THE HOUSING OPPORTUNITY ORDINANCE
First reading at the April 5, 2022 City Council meeting and approved by a vote of 52 (Bacerra and Penaloza dissented).
Published in the Orange County Reporter on April 8, 2022.
Department(s): Planning and Building Agency
Recommended Action: Place ordinance on second reading and adopt.
11. Approve Destruction of Obsolete City Records
Department(s): Community Development Agency
Recommended Action: Approve the request for the destruction of obsolete records from the Community Development Agency in accordance with the retention schedule outlined in City Council Resolution No. 2013014.
12. Award Contract to Office Depot for the Purchase of Office Supplies in an Annual Amount not to exceed $175,000 for a Twoyear Term with Three OneYear Renewal Options (Specification No. 22061) (General Fund)
Department(s): Finance and Management Services
Recommended Action: Award a blanket order contract with Office Depot for an annual amount not to exceed $175,000 for the period beginning June 1, 2022 and expiring May 31, 2024 with an option for three oneyear renewals, subject to non substantive changes approved by the City Manager and City Attorney.
13. Award a Purchase Order in the Amount of $387,809 to Presidio Networked Solutions for Data Center Server and Storage Infrastructure Equipment (Specification No. 22 014) (NonGeneral Fund)
Department(s): Information Technology
Recommended Action: Award a purchase order to Presidio Networked Solutions for HPE Disaggregated Hyperconverged Infrastructure Equipment (dHCI), in the amount of $387,809, subject to nonsubstantive changes approved by the City Manager and City Attorney.
14. Award a Purchase Order in the Amount of $76,140 to National Auto Fleet Group for Two Ford Ranger XL SuperCrew Trucks for the Parks and Facilities Division of the Parks, Recreation, and Community Services Agency (Specification No. 22029) (General Fund)
Department(s): Public Works Agency, Parks, Recreation, and Community Services Recommended Action: Authorize a onetime purchase and payment of purchase order to National Auto Fleet Group for the purchase of two Ford Ranger XL SuperCrew Trucks, in the amount of $71,140, plus a contingency of $5,000, for a total amount not to exceed $76,140, subject to nonsubstantive changes approved by the City Manager and City Attorney.
15. Award Blanket Order Contracts to Sunbelt Rentals and United Rentals for Equipment Rental in the Annual Aggregate Amount of $80,000, for a OneYear Term with Four, OneYear Renewal Options (Specification No. 22045) (General and NonGeneral Fund)
Department(s): Public Works Agency
Recommended Action: Award blanket order contracts to Sunbelt Rentals and United Rentals for equipment rental for a oneyear period beginning April 20, 2022 and expiring April 19, 2023, with provisions for four, oneyear renewals exercisable by the City Manager, in an annual aggregate amount not to exceed $80,000, subject to nonsubstantive changes approved by the City Manager and City Attorney.
16. Approve Appropriation Adjustment, Budget Reallocation, and Award a Construction Contract to Big Ben, Inc. in the Amount of $1,453,765 for the Lincoln Avenue Water and Sewer Main Improvements Project, with an Estimated Project Delivery Cost of $2,000,000 (Project No. 226468 and 226620) (NonGeneral Fund) Department(s): Public Works Agency
Recommended Action: 1. Approve an appropriation adjustment to recognize $500,000 of prioryear fund balance in the Water Fund, Public Works Water Revenue, Prior Year Carryforward revenue account, and appropriate the same amount to the Acquisition & Construction, Water Utility Capital Projects, Water Capital Project expenditure account. (Requires five affirmative votes)
2. Award a construction contract to Big Ben, Inc., the lowest responsible bidder, in accordance with the base bid in the amount of $1,453,765, for construction of the Lincoln Water and Sewer Main Improvements Project, for the term beginning April 19, 2022 and ending upon project completion, and authorize the City Manager to execute the contract subject to nonsubstantive changes approved by the City Manager and the City Attorney.
3. Approve the Project Cost Analysis for a total estimated construction delivery cost of $2,000,000, which includes $1,453,765 for the construction contract, $218,000 for contract administration, inspection and testing, $100,000 for water engineering, and a $228,235 project contingency for unanticipated or unforeseen work.
4. Approve an amendment to the Fiscal Year 202122 Capital Improvement Program to include $500,000 in construction funds for the Lincoln Avenue Water and Sewer Improvements Project.
17. Award a Construction Contract to All American Asphalt in the Amount of $823,333 for the MacArthur Boulevard Resurfacing Project from Flower Street to Main Street, Fiscal Year (FY) 202122, with an Estimated Project Delivery Cost of $1,127,000 (Project No. 206957) (NonGeneral Fund)
Department(s): Public Works Agency
Recommended Action: 1. Authorize budget reallocation of $126,576 in unspent HUTA 2103 Gas Tax funds to the MacArthur Boulevard Resurfacing Project from Flower Street to Main Street (No. 206957) from the Gas Tax Local Street Improvements Project (No. 206956).
2. Award a construction contract to All American Asphalt, the lowest responsible bidder, in accordance with the base bid in the amount of $823,333, for construction of the MacArthur Boulevard Resurfacing Project from Flower Street to Main Street FY 202122.
3. Approve the Project Cost Analysis for a total estimated construction delivery cost of $1,127,000, which includes $823,333 for the construction contract, $113,334 for contract administration, inspection and testing, and a $190,333 project contingency for unanticipated, unforeseen work, and additional nearby asphalt pavement improvements.
18. Award a Construction Contract to CJ Concrete Construction Inc. in the Amount of $276,430 for the Local Street Sidewalk Improvements FY 202122 Project with an Estimated Project Delivery Cost of $373,060 (Project No. 227535) (NonGeneral Fund)
Department(s): Public Works Agency
Recommended Action: 1. Award a construction contract to CJ Concrete Construction Inc., the lowest responsible bidder, in accordance with the base bid in the amount of $276,430, for construction of the Local Street Sidewalk Improvements FY 202122, for the term beginning April 19, 2022 and ending upon project completion, and authorize the City Manager to execute the contract subject to non substantive changes approved by the City Manager and the City Attorney.
2. Approve the Project Cost Analysis for a total estimated construction delivery cost of $373,060, which includes $276,430 for the construction contract, $41,465 for contract administration, inspection and testing, and a $55,165 project contingency for unanticipated or unforeseen work.
3. Approve an amendment to the Fiscal Year 202122 Capital Improvement Program adding the Residential Street Repair Program FY 202122 Project with a budget of $373,060 in Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funds.
19. Approve Submittal of Request for Time Extension of the Measure M2 Comprehensive Transportation Funding Program for Warner Avenue Improvements Phase 2 and Bristol Street and Memory Lane Projects (Project No. 146802 and 176883) (Non General Fund)
Department(s): Public Works Agency
Recommended Action: Authorize the Public Works Agency to request a twoyear time extension of Measure M2 Comprehensive Transportation Funding Program construction funds for the Warner Avenue Improvements, Phase 2, from Oak Street to Grand Street project (21SNTAACE3997) and for Bristol Street and Memory Lane Intersection Improvements (21SNTAICE3995).
20. Approve a License Agreement with NOVA Academy for use of Birch Park and Sasser Park for an Emergency Evacuation Plan
Department(s): Parks, Recreation, and Community Services Recommended Action: Approve a license Agreement with NOVA academy for use of Birch Park and Sasser Park for an Emergency Evacuation Plan for the period of April 19, 2022 to June 30, 2025 with two, oneyear renewal options, subject to non substantive changes approved by the City Manager and City Attorney (Agreement No. 2022XXX).
21. Approve Renewal Agreement with InfoSend, Inc. for Data Processing, Printing and Mailing, and Electronic Bill Present Services in an amount not to exceed $10,904,376 (General and NonGeneral Fund)
Department(s): Finance and Management Services
Recommended Action: Authorize the City Manager to execute a renewal agreement with InfoSend, Inc. for data processing, printing and mailing, and electronic bill presentment services for Municipal Utility Services, Business License, Proactive Residential Enforcement Program, Dog Licensing, Paramedic Subscriptions, and City newsletters and other Cityrelated miscellaneous mailing notices. Said renewal agreement is to be for an amount not to exceed $10,904,376, which includes a 15% contingency funding for annual Cost Price Index (“CPI”) adjustments and a further 15% contingency setaside for anticipated United States postage increases – altogether totaling $2,516,394 over the maximum 8½year life of the agreement. The renewal agreement commences April 19, 2022 and contains a base term covering FY 2021 22, 202223, 202324 and FY 202425, expiring December 31, 2025, with provision for two renewal options of three years, and one year, respectively, ending December 31, 2029 (Agreement No. 2022XXX).
22. Approve an Agreement with Outfront Media LLC for the Design, Construction, Maintenance, and Operation of Digital Billboards and Digital Banners at Cityowned Properties throughout the City for a 25Year Term (General Fund) Department(s): Public Works Agency
Recommended Action: Authorize the City Manager to execute an agreement with Outfront Media LLC to design, construct, maintain, and operate digital billboards at Cityowned freeway locations and digital banners throughout the City, and to share advertising revenue from digital billboards and digital banners, for a 25year period beginning April 19, 2022 and ending April 18, 2047, with an option to extend for a period of ten years, subject to nonsubstantive changes approved by the City Manager and City Attorney (Agreement No. 2022XXX).
23. Approve Agreement with Group 4 Architecture, Research + Planning, Inc. in an Amount Not to Exceed $2,158,565 for a ThreeYear Term (Project No. 221380) (Revive Santa Ana Program)
Department(s): Public Works Agency, Library
Recommended Action: Authorize the City Manager to execute an agreement with Group 4 Architecture, Research + Planning, Inc. to provide full design services for the Santa Ana Main Library’s renovation project, in the amount of $2,158,565, for a three year term beginning April 19, 2022 and expiring April 18, 2025, with an option for two, oneyear extensions, subject nonsubstantive changes approved by the City Manager and City Attorney (Agreement No. 2022XXX).
24. Adopt a Resolution Establishing the Joint School Collaboration City Council Standing Subcommittee between the City of Santa Ana and the Santa Ana Unified School District
Department(s): Parks, Recreation, and Community Services Recommended Action: Resolution No. 2022XXX – Adopt a resolution establishing the joint school collaboration City Council standing subcommittee between the City of Santa Ana and the Santa Ana Unified School District.
25. Approve Appropriation Adjustment to Recognize Initial Disbursement of Homeless Housing, Assistance and Prevention Program Funds (NonGeneral Fund) Department(s): Community Development Agency
Recommended Action: Approve appropriation adjustment recognizing $2,058,070.34 in funds from the State of California, Business, Consumer Services and Housing Agency revenue account and appropriate the same amount to expenditure account to address homelessness in Santa Ana. (Requires five affirmative votes)
26. Approve Increase in Spending Capacity with Dyer 18 LLC for Unforeseen Tenant Improvement Costs Relating to the Homeless Navigation Center (NonGeneral Fund) Department(s): Community Development Agency
Recommended Action: Authorize the City Manager to increase spending capacity with Dyer 18, LLC for tenant improvements at the Homeless Navigation Center, in the amount of $1,200,000.
**END OF CONSENT CALENDAR**
BUSINESS CALENDAR
27. Ordinance Amending Chapter 33 of the Santa Ana Municipal Code Related to the Ceremonial Naming of Streets
Department(s): Public Works Agency
Recommended Action: Approve first reading of an ordinance amending Chapter 33 of the Municipal Code by adding Article XI relating to the ceremonial naming of streets.
28. Charter Review Ad Hoc Committee's Recommendation on Fireworks Department(s): City Manager Office
Recommended Action: Accept informational report and provide direction to staff. **END OF BUSINESS CALENDAR**
PUBLIC HEARINGS
PUBLIC COMMENTS – Members of the public may address the City Council on each of the Public Hearing items.
29. Public Hearing – Approve the Fiscal Year 20222023 Annual Action Plan and budgets for the Community Development Block Grant, HOME Investment Partnerships Grant, and Emergency Solutions Grant, and authorize submission to the United States Department of Housing and Urban Development
Legal notice published in the Orange County Register, La Opinión, and Nguoi Viet on March 10, 2022.
Department(s): Community Development Agency
Recommended Action: 1. Hold a public hearing to receive resident and stakeholder comments on funding priorities and needs for activities funded with the Community Development Block Grant, HOME Investment Partnerships Grant, and Emergency Solutions Grant programs for the Fiscal Year 202223 Annual Action Plan.
2. Approve the Fiscal Year 2022 2023 Annual Action Plan and authorize the submission of the Fiscal Year 2022 2023 Annual Action Plan to the United States Department of Housing and Urban Development.
3. Approve the Fiscal Year 20222023 budgets for the Community Development Block Grant Program in the total amount of $8,294,360 that includes $5,640,635 from Grant Year 2022 allocation and a reallocation of $2,653,725 in prior year program funds and program income; HOME Investment Partnerships grant in the amount of $1,706,231 from the Grant Year 2022 allocation and a reallocation of $9,428,513 in prior year program funds; and Emergency Solutions Grant in the amount of $489,141 from the Grant Year 2022 allocation. All proposed activities’ budgets will be proportionally increased or decreased from the estimated funding levels to match actual allocation amounts.
4. Direct the City Attorney to finalize and authorize the City Manager to execute memorandums of understanding with various city departments and agreements with nonprofit public service providers awarded funds as part of the approved Community Development Block Grant program budget for a twoyear term beginning July 1, 2022 through June 30, 2024, subject to nonsubstantive changes approved by the City Manager and City Attorney, and direct the Risk Manager or designee to determine the necessary insurance requirements applicable for each project (Agreement No. 2022 XXX).
5. Direct the City Attorney to finalize and authorize the City Manager to execute a memorandum of understanding with the Santa Ana Police Department and agreements with nonprofit homeless service providers awarded funds as part of the approved Emergency Solutions Grant program budget for a term beginning July 1, 2022 through June 30, 2023, subject to nonsubstantive changes approved by the City Manager and City Attorney, and direct the Risk Manager or designee to determine the necessary insurance requirements applicable for each project (Agreement No. 2022 XXX).
30. Public Hearing Final Recirculated Program Environmental Impact Report No. 2020 03 and General Plan Amendment No. 202006 for Santa Ana General Plan Update Legal notice published in the Orange County Reporter on April 8, 2022 and notices mailed on April 6, 2022.
Department(s): Planning and Building Agency
Recommended Action: 1. Resolution No. 2022XXX – Adopt a resolution certifying Final Recirculated Program Environmental Impact Report No. 202003 (SCH No. 2020029087), including adoption of environmental findings of fact pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act, adoption of a Statement of Overriding Considerations, and adoption of a Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Program.
2. Resolution No. 2022XXX – Adopt a resolution approving General Plan Amendment No. 202006.
3. Resolution No. 2022XXX – Adopt a resolution of findings to overrule the John Wayne Airport Orange County Airport Land Use Commission’s determination that the Proposed General Plan Update is inconsistent with the Airport Environs Land Use Plan.
COUNCILMEMBER REQUESTED ITEMS
31. Discuss and Consider Directing the City Manager to Direct Staff to Prepare an Ordinance to Require Shopping Centers to Post Contact Information for the Center's Management Personnel at All Entrances and Exits – Mayor Pro Tem Bacerra
32. Discuss and Consider Directing City Manager to Direct Staff to Introduce a Resolution, Policy, or Ordinance to Ban Loud Music for Use By Police Officers – Councilmember Hernandez
CITY MANAGER COMMENTS
CLERK OF THE COUNCIL COMMENTS
COUNCIL COMMENTS
AB1234 DISCLOSURE – If the City paid for travel or other expenses this is the time for members of the Council to provide a brief oral report on attendance of any regional board or commission meeting or any conference, meeting or event attended.
ADJOURNMENT – Adjourn the City Council meeting.
Adjourn in memory of Michael Macres.
Future Items
1. Mental Health Mobile Outreach Services
2. Housing Element Update
3. Billboard Ordinance Update
4. Cannabis Ordinance Update
5. Proposition 218 Solid Waste Rates Public Hearing
6. Parks, Facilities, Trails and Open Space Master Plan
7. Body Worn Cameras