City Council Meeting Agenda (Revised 6/12/2024)
June 18, 2024
TELECONFERENCE INFORMATION:
Pursuant to Government Code Section 54953(b), Mayor Amezcua and Councilmembers Penaloza and Vazquez will participate in the meeting via teleconference from Bellagio Las Vegas, 3600 Las Vegas Boulevard South, Las Vegas, NV 89109 (with the room number(s) posted in the conference center hallway). The Agenda will be posted at the teleconference location and any member of the public wishing to address the legislative body directly may do so at the teleconference location pursuant to Government Code Section 54954.3.
CLOSED SESSION MEETING – 4:30 PM
REGULAR OPEN MEETING – 5:30 PM
(Immediately following the Closed Session Meeting)
CITY COUNCIL CHAMBER
22 Civic Center Plaza Santa Ana, CA 92701
Valerie Amezcua
Mayor
Thai Viet Phan
Mayor Pro Tem – Ward 1
Benjamin Vazquez
Councilmember Ward 2
Jessie Lopez
Councilmember Ward 3
Phil Bacerra
Councilmember Ward 4
Johnathan Ryan Hernandez
Councilmember Ward 5
David Penaloza
Councilmember Ward 6
Mayor and Council telephone: 7146476900
Agenda item inquiries: 7146476520
Sonia R. Carvalho
City Attorney
Alvaro Nuñez
Acting City Manager
Jennifer L. Hall
City Clerk
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/agendasandminutes 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. As a courtesy to the public, 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 3.
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 City Clerk, 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 two (2) hours before the scheduled start 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 – As a courtesy, 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) 900 9128 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) agenda/general comments, iii) special agenda 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. 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 4:30 p.m. for Closed Session items and by 5:45 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 4:00 p.m. YOU MUST JOIN ZOOM OR THE CONFERENCE CALL and raise your hand BY 4:30 p.m. Speakers who are not in the speaker queue with their hand raised by 4:30 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 4:00 p.m. YOU MUST JOIN ZOOM OR THE CONFERENCE CALL and raise your hand PRIOR TO 5:45 p.m. Speakers who are not in the speaker queue with their hand raised by 5:45 p.m. will not be permitted to speak.
TRANSLATION SERVICES Spanish interpreting services are provided at City Council meetings. Simultaneous Spanish interpretation is provided through the use of headsets and consecutive interpretation (SpanishtoEnglish) in addition to those wishing to address the City Council at the podium.
La ciudad provee servicios de interpretación al español en las juntas del Consejo.
La interpretación simultánea al español se ofrece por medio del uso de audífonos y la interpretación consecutiva (español a inglés) también está disponible para cualquiera que desee dirigirse al consejo municipal en el podio.
About the Agenda
To download or view the attachments (staff report and other supporting documentation) for each agenda item, you must select the agenda item to see the attachments to either open in a new link (the eyeball
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TELECONFERENCE INFORMATION :
Pursuant to Government Code Section 54953(b), Mayor Amezcua and Councilmembers Penaloza and Vazquez will participate in the meeting via teleconference from Bellagio Las Vegas, 3600 Las Vegas Boulevard South, Las Vegas, NV 89109 (with the room number(s) posted in the conference center hallway). The Agenda will be posted at the teleconference location and any member of the public wishing to address the legislative body directly may do so at the teleconference location pursuant to Government Code Section 54954.3.
CLOSED SESSION
CALL TO ORDER
ATTENDANCE Council Members Phil Bacerra
Johnathan Ryan Hernandez
Jessie Lopez
David Penaloza
Benjamin Vazquez
Mayor Pro Tem Thai Viet Phan
Mayor Valerie Amezcua
Acting City Manager Alvaro Nuñez
City Attorney Sonia R. Carvalho
City Clerk Jennifer L. Hall
ROLL CALL
ADDITIONS\DELETIONS TO CLOSED SESSION
PUBLIC COMMENTS – Members of the public may address the City Council on Closed Session items.
RECESS – City Council will recess to Closed Session for the purpose of conducting regular City business.
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. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSELEXISTING LITIGATION pursuant to Paragraph (1) of subdivision (d) of Section 54956.9 of the Government Code:
A. James V. Lacy, United States Justice Foundation, California Public Policy Foundation, and Pasquale Talarico v. Jennifer Hall, in her official capacity as Santa Ana City Clerk and Bob Page, in his official capacity as Orange County Registrar of Voters, Orange County Superior Court, Case No. 30202401402208CUWMCJC
2. PUBLIC EMPLOYEE EMPLOYMENT/APPOINTMENT pursuant to Section 54957(b) (1) of the Government Code:
Title: City Manager
3. CONFERENCE WITH LABOR NEGOTIATOR pursuant to Government Code Section 54957.6(a):
Agency Designated Representative: Jacob Green, Greg Devereaux Unrepresented Employee: City Manager
RECONVENE – City Council will reconvene to continue regular City business.
TELECONFERENCE INFORMATION :
Pursuant to Government Code Section 54953(b), Mayor Amezcua and Councilmembers Penaloza and Vazquez will participate in the meeting via teleconference from Bellagio Las Vegas, 3600 Las Vegas Boulevard South, Las Vegas, NV 89109 (with the room number(s) posted in the conference center hallway). The Agenda will be posted at the teleconference location and any member of the public wishing to address the legislative body directly may do so at the teleconference location pursuant to Government Code Section 54954.3.
CITY COUNCIL REGULAR OPEN SESSION
CALL TO ORDER
ATTENDANCE Council Members Phil Bacerra
Johnathan Ryan Hernandez
Jessie Lopez
David Penaloza
Benjamin Vazquez
Mayor Pro Tem Thai Viet Phan
Mayor Valerie Amezcua
Acting City Manager Alvaro Nuñez
City Attorney Sonia R. Carvalho
City Clerk Jennifer L. Hall
ROLL CALL
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE Mayor Amezcua
WORDS OF INSPIRATION Police Chaplain
ADDITIONS\DELETIONS TO THE AGENDA
CEREMONIAL PRESENTATIONS
1. Certificate of Recognition presented by Councilmember Lopez to Union Trans GNC for their contributions to the community
CLOSED SESSION REPORT – The City Attorney will report on any action(s) from Closed Session.
PUBLIC COMMENTS – Public comments will be held during the beginning of the meeting for ALL comments on agenda and nonagenda items.
CONSENT CALENDAR
RECOMMENDED ACTION: Approve staff recommendations on the following Consent Calendar Items: 2 through 16 and waive reading of all resolutions and ordinances.
2. Excused Absences
Department(s): City Clerk’s Office
Recommended Action: Excuse the absent members.
3. Minutes from the Regular Meeting of June 4, 2024
Department(s): City Clerk’s Office
Recommended Action: Approve minutes.
4. Appoint Neylen Adoni Muñoz Nominated by Councilmember Penaloza as the Ward 6 Representative to the Youth Commission for a Partial Term Expiring December 8, 2026 Department(s): City Clerk’s Office
Recommended Action: Appoint Neylen Adoni Muñoz to the Youth Commission as the Ward 6 representative and administer Oath of Office. (Pursuant to SAMC Sec. 2 326(a), requires five affirmative votes)
5. Approve Agreement with Elite Command Training for Training Services in the Amount of $279,890 for the Urban Areas Security Initiative Grant Program (NonGeneral Fund) Department(s): Police Department
Recommended Action: Authorize the City Manager to execute an agreement, with Elite Command Training to provide ongoing training deliverables to the Anaheim/Santa Ana Urban Area on an asneeded basis, for the threeyear period of June 18, 2024 through June 17, 2027, with two oneyear renewal options, in an amount not to exceed $279,890 (Agreement No. 2024XXX).
6. Approve Agreement with CDCE, Inc. for Mobile Data Communications Equipment and Installation Services (Spec No. 24064) (General Fund and NonGeneral Fund) Department(s): Police Department
Recommended Action: Authorize the City Manager to execute an agreement with CDCE, Inc. to provide mobile data communications equipment and installation services in an amount not to exceed $524,724 including a $25,000 contingency amount, for a term beginning June 18, 2024 and expiring June 17, 2029 (Agreement No. A2024XXX).
7. Approve an Agreement with Community SeniorServ, Inc. dba Meals On Wheels Orange County for the Senior Meals Program (General Fund)
Department(s): Parks, Recreation, and Community Services Recommended Action: Authorize the City Manager to execute an agreement with Community SeniorServ, Inc. dba Meals On Wheels Orange County for the Senior Meals Program in an amount of $90,300 for base services (Home Delivered Meals and Lunch Cafe Programs) and $9,700 for additional as needed services, for a total not to exceed amount of $100,000 for the period July 1, 2024 to June 30, 2025 to be funded by the General Fund (Agreement No. A2024XXX).
8. Approve an Agreement with Coach Max Corp and Elite Executive Charter, LLC to Provide Charter Bus Transportation Services (General Fund) Department(s): Parks, Recreation, and Community Services Recommended Action: Authorize the City Manager to execute aggregate agreements with Coach Max Corp and Elite Executive Charter, LLC to provide charter bus transportation for City programs and events for a term from July 1, 2024 through June 30, 2027, with two (2), one (1) year renewal options for a total amount, including extensions, nottoexceed $500,000 (General Fund) (Agreement Nos. A2024XXX and A2024XXX).
9. Adopt a Resolution and Approve an Appropriation Adjustment to Accept the State California Volunteers Award Agreement JP2017GFI
Department(s): Community Development Agency
Recommended Action:
1. Adopt a resolution to accept the State California Volunteers grant award, and authorize the City Manager to enter into State of California – Department of General Services, Standard Agreement No. JP2017GF1 (Grant Agreement) for $2,000,000 for the Youth Employment Project (Project).
RESOLUTION NO. 2024XXX entitled A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA ANA APPROVING THE ACCEPTANCE OF GRANT FUNDS FOR CALIFORNIA VOLUNTEERS 2023 #CALIFORNIANSFORALL YOUTH SERVICE CORPS THROUGH THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA FOR THE CITY OF SANTA ANA YOUTH EMPLOYMENT PROJECT
2. Authorize the City Manager, or designee, to conduct all negotiations, sign, and submit all documents, including, but not limited to applications, agreements, amendments, and payment requests, which may be necessary for the completion of the Project scope, including but not limited to agreements with contractors, consultants, and vendors detailed in Exhibit B Budget Detail of the Grant Agreement.
3. Approve an appropriation adjustment to recognize $2,000,000 in funds from ARPA CA FOR ALL YOUTH WDPState GrantDirect account (no. 1831800252025) and appropriating the same amount to expenditure account (no. 18318763various). (Requires five affirmative votes)
10. Adopt a Resolution Approving the City’s Annual Statement of Investment Policy 2024 2025; Receive and File Annual Statement of Investment Policy 20242025 Department(s): Finance and Management Services
Recommended Action: 1. Adopt a Resolution approving the City’s 20242025 Investment Policy.
RESOLUTION NO. 2024XXX entitled A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA ANA APPROVING THE CITY’S STATEMENT OF INVESTMENT POLICY
2. Receive and file the Annual Statement of Investment Policy 20242025.
11. Adopt a Resolution Establishing the Appropriations Limit of the City of Santa Ana for FY 202425
Department(s): Finance and Management Services
Recommended Action: Adopt a resolution establishing the appropriations limit of the City of Santa Ana for FY 202425, as required by state law.
RESOLUTION NO. 2024XXX entitled A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA ANA ESTABLISHING THE APPROPRIATION LIMIT OF THE CITY OF SANTA ANA FOR FISCAL YEAR 20242025
12. Adoption of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) Establishing the Terms and Conditions of Employment for Classifications Represented by the Santa Ana Police Officers Association (SAPOA) Effective January 1, 2024 through June 30, 2027, and Adoption of a Resolution Updating the Compensation and Salary Schedule of Sworn Classifications of the Santa Ana Police Management Association (SAPMA) Department(s): Human Resources
Recommended Action: 1. Authorize the City Manager to execute a Memorandum of Understanding with SAPOA regarding wages, hours, and other terms and conditions of employment effective January 1, 2024 through June 30, 2027, and authorize non substantive changes which may be necessary to implement the agreement (Agreement No. A2024XXX); and
2. Approve a Resolution updating the compensation and salary schedule for sworn classifications of the SAPMA.
RESOLUTION NO. 2024XXX entitled A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA ANA TO EFFECT CERTAIN CHANGES TO THE CITY’S CLASSIFICATION AND COMPENSATION PLAN
13. Adopt a Resolution Authorizing Ceremonial Street Naming of Virginia and William Guzman Way (General Fund)
Department(s): Public Works Agency
Recommended Action: 1. Adopt a resolution authorizing the Ceremonial Street Naming of Virginia and William Guzman Way along Santa Ana Boulevard from Pacific Avenue to Forest Avenue.
RESOLUTION NO. 2024XXX entitled A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA ANA DIRECTING AND AUTHORIZING A CEREMONIAL STREET NAME OF VIRGINIA AND WILLIAM GUZMAN WAY ALONG SANTA ANA BOULEVARD FROM PACIFIC AVENUE TO FOREST AVENUE
2. Direct Staff to install two ceremonial street signs along Santa Ana Boulevard at the intersections of Pacific Avenue and Forest Avenue.
14. Adopt a Resolution Authorizing Ceremonial Street Naming of Warren Bussey Square (General Fund)
Department(s): Public Works Agency
Recommended Action: 1. Adopt a resolution authorizing the Ceremonial Street Naming of Warren Bussey Square at the intersection of Pacific Avenue and Walnut Street.
RESOLUTION NO. 2024XXX entitled A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA ANA DIRECTING AND AUTHORIZING A CEREMONIAL STREET NAME OF WARREN BUSSEY SQUARE AT THE INTERSECTION OF PACIFIC AVENUE AND WALNUT STREET
2. Direct Staff to install two ceremonial street signs at the intersection of Pacific Avenue and Walnut Street.
15. Second Reading of the Local Resident Preference in Affordable Housing Ordinance First reading at the June 4, 2024 City Council meeting and approved by a vote of 70.
Published in the OC Reporter on June 10, 2024.
Department(s): Community Development Agency
Recommended Action: Conduct a second reading of the Local Resident Preference in Affordable Housing Ordinance to comply with the State of California Local Tenant Preferences to Prevent Displacement Act and codify the City’s existing local resident preference policy.
ORDINANCE NO. NS3066 entitled AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA ANA CREATING A NEW ARTICLE XXI IN CHAPTER 8 OF THE MUNICIPAL CODE TO CODIFY THE CITY’S LOCAL RESIDENT
PREFERENCE IN AFFORDABLE HOUSING (includes determination that the ordinance is not subject to the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) pursuant to Sections 15060(c)(2) because the activity will not result in a direct or reasonably foreseeable indirect physical change in the environment and 15060(c)(3) because the activity is not a project as defined in Section 15378 of the CEQA Guidelines)
16. Second Reading and Adoption of City Council Ordinance No. NS3067 Appropriating Monies to the Several Offices, Agencies, and Departments of the City of Santa Ana for the Fiscal Year Budget Period Commencing July 1, 2024 (REVISED) First reading at the June 4, 2024 City Council meeting and approved by a vote of 70.
Published in the OC Reporter on June 10, 2024.
Department(s): Finance and Management Services
Recommended Action: Approve the second reading and adopt Ordinance No. NS 3067 to appropriate monies to the several offices, agencies, and departments of the City for Fiscal Year 202425 (FY2425), which begins on July 1, 2024 and ends on June 30, 2025. (Requires five affirmative votes)
UNCODIFIED ORDINANCE NO. NS3067 entitled AN UNCODIFIED ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA ANA APPROPRIATING MONIES TO SEVERAL OFFICES, AGENCIES, AND DEPARTMENTS OF THE CITY FOR FISCAL YEAR BUDGET PERIOD COMMENCING JULY 1, 2024
**END OF CONSENT CALENDAR**
BUSINESS CALENDAR
17. Review of City Charter Amendments Concerning Rent Stabilization Ordinance and NonCitizen Voting and Resolutions Required to Submit to Voters at the November 5, 2024 Municipal Election Ballot Measures Relating to Proposed Charter Amendments Concerning Ethics Code, Capital Improvement Funds, City Clerk and City Attorney Authority, Civil Service, and Council Compensation
Department(s): City Attorney’s Office
Recommended Action: 1. Adopt a resolution giving notice of the City's General Municipal Election to be held in the City of Santa Ana on November 5, 2024 for the submission of questions to the voters relating to proposed amendments to the City Charter;
RESOLUTION NO. 2024XXX entitled A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA ANA GIVING NOTICE OF A GENERAL MUNICIPAL ELECTION TO BE HELD IN THE CITY OF SANTA ANA ON NOVEMBER 5, 2024 FOR THE SUBMISSION TO THE VOTERS OF QUESTIONS RELATING TO THE
AMENDMENT OF THE CITY CHARTER IN REGARD TO SECTIONS 401.5 (ETHICS CODE), 402 (COUNCIL COMPENSATION), 611 (CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT FUNDS), 702 (CITY CLERK AUTHORITY), 703 (CITY ATTORNEY AUTHORITY), 1002 (CIVIL SERVICE), AND 1103 (BONDS)
2. Adopt a resolution designating the ballot questions related to the proposed City Charter amendments;
RESOLUTION NO. 2024XXX entitled A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA ANA SETTING FORTH THE LANGUAGE OF BALLOT TITLES FOR CITY CHARTER AMENDMENTS REGARDING CLEANUP OF OBSOLETE SECTIONS, CIVIL SERVICE, ETHICS CODE, CITY CLERK AND CITY ATTORNEY AUTHORITY AND COUNCIL COMPENSATION TO BE INCLUDED ON THE BALLOT FOR THE 2024 GENERAL MUNICIPAL ELECTION
3. Review City Charter amendments concerning rent stabilization and just cause eviction ordinance and consider whether to adopt revised resolution; and RESOLUTION NO. 2024XXX entitled RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA ANA GIVING NOTICE OF A GENERAL MUNICIPAL ELECTION TO BE HELD IN THE CITY OF SANTA ANA ON NOVEMBER 5, 2024 FOR THE SUBMISSION OF A BALLOT MEASURE TO THE QUALIFIED VOTERS
PROPOSING A RENT STABILIZATION AND JUST CAUSE EVICTION ORDINANCE AND REQUESTING THE ORANGE COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS TO CONSOLIDATE THIS ELECTION WITH THE STATEWIDE GENERAL ELECTION
4. Review City Charter amendment concerning noncitizen voting and consider whether to adopt revised resolution.
RESOLUTION NO. 2024XXX entitled A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA ANA CALLING AND GIVING NOTICE OF A GENERAL MUNICIPAL ELECTION TO BE HELD IN THE CITY OF SANTA ANA ON NOVEMBER 5, 2024 FOR THE SUBMISSION OF A BALLOT MEASURE TO THE QUALIFIED VOTERS ASKING IF THE CITY OF SANTA ANA SHOULD PERMIT NONCITIZEN VOTING IN ALL CITY MUNICIPAL ELECTIONS
**END OF BUSINESS CALENDAR**
COUNCILMEMBER REQUESTED ITEMS
18. Discuss and Consider Providing Direction to the City Manager, City Clerk, and City Attorney to Prepare Necessary Documents to Propose a Cigarette Litter Abatement Tax – Councilmembers Hernandez and Vazquez (continued from the City Council meeting of June 4, 2024, Item No. 41)
19. Discuss and Consider Providing Direction to the City Manager on the Interest in Launching a Street Medicine Program with CalOptima – Mayor Amezcua CITY MANAGER 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.
1. June 1820, 2024 Councilmember Hernandez – NALEO 41 Annual Conference, Las Vegas, NV
2. June 1820, 2024 Councilmember Penaloza – NALEO 41 Annual Conference, Las Vegas, NV
3. June 1820, 2024 Councilmember Vazquez – NALEO 41 Annual Conference, Las Vegas, NV
4. June 1820, 2024 Mayor Amezcua – NALEO 41 Annual Conference, Las Vegas, NV ADJOURNMENT – Adjourn the City Council meeting.
Future Items
1. Digital Marquee Agreement
2. Ballot Measures Resolutions Providing for Arguments and Rebuttals
3. Public Hearing – OHDC/C&C Garden Court Apartments Amended and Restated Affordability Restrictions and TEFRA Resolution
4. Public Hearing (Successor Agency) – Resolution and Purchase and Sale Agreement for Acquisition of Real Property for Parking Lot
POSTING STATEMENT: On June 11, 2024, a true and correct copy of this agenda was posted at the entrance to City Hall, 20 Civic Center Plaza, Santa Ana, CA 92701. Internet Access to City Council, Agency, and Authority agendas and related material is available prior to meetings at santaana.org/agendasandminutes.
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June 18, 2024
TELECONFERENCE INFORMATION:
Pursuant to Government Code Section 54953(b), Mayor Amezcua and Councilmembers Penaloza and Vazquez will participate in the meeting via teleconference from Bellagio Las Vegas, 3600 Las Vegas Boulevard South, Las Vegas, NV 89109 (with the room number(s) posted in the conference center hallway). The Agenda will be posted at the teleconference location and any member of the public wishing to address the legislative body directly may do so at the teleconference location pursuant to Government Code Section 54954.3.
CLOSED SESSION MEETING – 4:30 PM
REGULAR OPEN MEETING – 5:30 PM
(Immediately following the Closed Session Meeting)
CITY COUNCIL CHAMBER
22 Civic Center Plaza Santa Ana, CA 92701
Valerie Amezcua
Mayor
Thai Viet Phan
Mayor Pro Tem – Ward 1
Benjamin Vazquez
Councilmember Ward 2
Jessie Lopez
Councilmember Ward 3
Phil Bacerra
Councilmember Ward 4
Johnathan Ryan Hernandez
Councilmember Ward 5
David Penaloza
Councilmember Ward 6
Mayor and Council telephone: 7146476900
Agenda item inquiries: 7146476520
Sonia R. Carvalho
City Attorney
Alvaro Nuñez
Acting City Manager
Jennifer L. Hall
City Clerk
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/agendasandminutes 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. As a courtesy to the public, 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 3.
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 City Clerk, 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 two (2) hours before the scheduled start 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 – As a courtesy, 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) 900 9128 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) agenda/general comments, iii) special agenda 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. 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 4:30 p.m. for Closed Session items and by 5:45 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 4:00 p.m. YOU MUST JOIN ZOOM OR THE CONFERENCE CALL and raise your hand BY 4:30 p.m. Speakers who are not in the speaker queue with their hand raised by 4:30 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 4:00 p.m. YOU MUST JOIN ZOOM OR THE CONFERENCE CALL and raise your hand PRIOR TO 5:45 p.m. Speakers who are not in the speaker queue with their hand raised by 5:45 p.m. will not be permitted to speak.
TRANSLATION SERVICES Spanish interpreting services are provided at City Council meetings. Simultaneous Spanish interpretation is provided through the use of headsets and consecutive interpretation (SpanishtoEnglish) in addition to those wishing to address the City Council at the podium.
La ciudad provee servicios de interpretación al español en las juntas del Consejo.
La interpretación simultánea al español se ofrece por medio del uso de audífonos y la interpretación consecutiva (español a inglés) también está disponible para cualquiera que desee dirigirse al consejo municipal en el podio.
About the Agenda
To download or view the attachments (staff report and other supporting documentation) for each agenda item, you must select the agenda item to see the attachments to either open in a new link (the eyeball
) or download a pdf (the cloud symbol with the down arrow ).
TELECONFERENCE INFORMATION :
Pursuant to Government Code Section 54953(b), Mayor Amezcua and Councilmembers Penaloza and Vazquez will participate in the meeting via teleconference from Bellagio Las Vegas, 3600 Las Vegas Boulevard South, Las Vegas, NV 89109 (with the room number(s) posted in the conference center hallway). The Agenda will be posted at the teleconference location and any member of the public wishing to address the legislative body directly may do so at the teleconference location pursuant to Government Code Section 54954.3.
CLOSED SESSION
CALL TO ORDER
ATTENDANCE Council Members Phil Bacerra
Johnathan Ryan Hernandez
Jessie Lopez
David Penaloza
Benjamin Vazquez
Mayor Pro Tem Thai Viet Phan
Mayor Valerie Amezcua
Acting City Manager Alvaro Nuñez
City Attorney Sonia R. Carvalho
City Clerk Jennifer L. Hall
ROLL CALL
ADDITIONS\DELETIONS TO CLOSED SESSION
PUBLIC COMMENTS – Members of the public may address the City Council on Closed Session items.
RECESS – City Council will recess to Closed Session for the purpose of conducting regular City business.
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. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSELEXISTING LITIGATION pursuant to Paragraph (1) of subdivision (d) of Section 54956.9 of the Government Code:
A. James V. Lacy, United States Justice Foundation, California Public Policy Foundation, and Pasquale Talarico v. Jennifer Hall, in her official capacity as Santa Ana City Clerk and Bob Page, in his official capacity as Orange County Registrar of Voters, Orange County Superior Court, Case No. 30202401402208CUWMCJC
2. PUBLIC EMPLOYEE EMPLOYMENT/APPOINTMENT pursuant to Section 54957(b) (1) of the Government Code:
Title: City Manager
3. CONFERENCE WITH LABOR NEGOTIATOR pursuant to Government Code Section 54957.6(a):
Agency Designated Representative: Jacob Green, Greg Devereaux Unrepresented Employee: City Manager
RECONVENE – City Council will reconvene to continue regular City business.
TELECONFERENCE INFORMATION :
Pursuant to Government Code Section 54953(b), Mayor Amezcua and Councilmembers Penaloza and Vazquez will participate in the meeting via teleconference from Bellagio Las Vegas, 3600 Las Vegas Boulevard South, Las Vegas, NV 89109 (with the room number(s) posted in the conference center hallway). The Agenda will be posted at the teleconference location and any member of the public wishing to address the legislative body directly may do so at the teleconference location pursuant to Government Code Section 54954.3.
CITY COUNCIL REGULAR OPEN SESSION
CALL TO ORDER
ATTENDANCE Council Members Phil Bacerra
Johnathan Ryan Hernandez
Jessie Lopez
David Penaloza
Benjamin Vazquez
Mayor Pro Tem Thai Viet Phan
Mayor Valerie Amezcua
Acting City Manager Alvaro Nuñez
City Attorney Sonia R. Carvalho
City Clerk Jennifer L. Hall
ROLL CALL
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE Mayor Amezcua
WORDS OF INSPIRATION Police Chaplain
ADDITIONS\DELETIONS TO THE AGENDA
CEREMONIAL PRESENTATIONS
1. Certificate of Recognition presented by Councilmember Lopez to Union Trans GNC for their contributions to the community
CLOSED SESSION REPORT – The City Attorney will report on any action(s) from Closed Session.
PUBLIC COMMENTS – Public comments will be held during the beginning of the meeting for ALL comments on agenda and nonagenda items.
CONSENT CALENDAR
RECOMMENDED ACTION: Approve staff recommendations on the following Consent Calendar Items: 2 through 16 and waive reading of all resolutions and ordinances.
2. Excused Absences
Department(s): City Clerk’s Office
Recommended Action: Excuse the absent members.
3. Minutes from the Regular Meeting of June 4, 2024
Department(s): City Clerk’s Office
Recommended Action: Approve minutes.
4. Appoint Neylen Adoni Muñoz Nominated by Councilmember Penaloza as the Ward 6 Representative to the Youth Commission for a Partial Term Expiring December 8, 2026 Department(s): City Clerk’s Office
Recommended Action: Appoint Neylen Adoni Muñoz to the Youth Commission as the Ward 6 representative and administer Oath of Office. (Pursuant to SAMC Sec. 2 326(a), requires five affirmative votes)
5. Approve Agreement with Elite Command Training for Training Services in the Amount of $279,890 for the Urban Areas Security Initiative Grant Program (NonGeneral Fund) Department(s): Police Department
Recommended Action: Authorize the City Manager to execute an agreement, with Elite Command Training to provide ongoing training deliverables to the Anaheim/Santa Ana Urban Area on an asneeded basis, for the threeyear period of June 18, 2024 through June 17, 2027, with two oneyear renewal options, in an amount not to exceed $279,890 (Agreement No. 2024XXX).
6. Approve Agreement with CDCE, Inc. for Mobile Data Communications Equipment and Installation Services (Spec No. 24064) (General Fund and NonGeneral Fund) Department(s): Police Department
Recommended Action: Authorize the City Manager to execute an agreement with CDCE, Inc. to provide mobile data communications equipment and installation services in an amount not to exceed $524,724 including a $25,000 contingency amount, for a term beginning June 18, 2024 and expiring June 17, 2029 (Agreement No. A2024XXX).
7. Approve an Agreement with Community SeniorServ, Inc. dba Meals On Wheels Orange County for the Senior Meals Program (General Fund)
Department(s): Parks, Recreation, and Community Services Recommended Action: Authorize the City Manager to execute an agreement with Community SeniorServ, Inc. dba Meals On Wheels Orange County for the Senior Meals Program in an amount of $90,300 for base services (Home Delivered Meals and Lunch Cafe Programs) and $9,700 for additional as needed services, for a total not to exceed amount of $100,000 for the period July 1, 2024 to June 30, 2025 to be funded by the General Fund (Agreement No. A2024XXX).
8. Approve an Agreement with Coach Max Corp and Elite Executive Charter, LLC to Provide Charter Bus Transportation Services (General Fund) Department(s): Parks, Recreation, and Community Services Recommended Action: Authorize the City Manager to execute aggregate agreements with Coach Max Corp and Elite Executive Charter, LLC to provide charter bus transportation for City programs and events for a term from July 1, 2024 through June 30, 2027, with two (2), one (1) year renewal options for a total amount, including extensions, nottoexceed $500,000 (General Fund) (Agreement Nos. A2024XXX and A2024XXX).
9. Adopt a Resolution and Approve an Appropriation Adjustment to Accept the State California Volunteers Award Agreement JP2017GFI
Department(s): Community Development Agency
Recommended Action:
1. Adopt a resolution to accept the State California Volunteers grant award, and authorize the City Manager to enter into State of California – Department of General Services, Standard Agreement No. JP2017GF1 (Grant Agreement) for $2,000,000 for the Youth Employment Project (Project).
RESOLUTION NO. 2024XXX entitled A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA ANA APPROVING THE ACCEPTANCE OF GRANT FUNDS FOR CALIFORNIA VOLUNTEERS 2023 #CALIFORNIANSFORALL YOUTH SERVICE CORPS THROUGH THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA FOR THE CITY OF SANTA ANA YOUTH EMPLOYMENT PROJECT
2. Authorize the City Manager, or designee, to conduct all negotiations, sign, and submit all documents, including, but not limited to applications, agreements, amendments, and payment requests, which may be necessary for the completion of the Project scope, including but not limited to agreements with contractors, consultants, and vendors detailed in Exhibit B Budget Detail of the Grant Agreement.
3. Approve an appropriation adjustment to recognize $2,000,000 in funds from ARPA CA FOR ALL YOUTH WDPState GrantDirect account (no. 1831800252025) and appropriating the same amount to expenditure account (no. 18318763various). (Requires five affirmative votes)
10. Adopt a Resolution Approving the City’s Annual Statement of Investment Policy 2024 2025; Receive and File Annual Statement of Investment Policy 20242025 Department(s): Finance and Management Services
Recommended Action: 1. Adopt a Resolution approving the City’s 20242025 Investment Policy.
RESOLUTION NO. 2024XXX entitled A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA ANA APPROVING THE CITY’S STATEMENT OF INVESTMENT POLICY
2. Receive and file the Annual Statement of Investment Policy 20242025.
11. Adopt a Resolution Establishing the Appropriations Limit of the City of Santa Ana for FY 202425
Department(s): Finance and Management Services
Recommended Action: Adopt a resolution establishing the appropriations limit of the City of Santa Ana for FY 202425, as required by state law.
RESOLUTION NO. 2024XXX entitled A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA ANA ESTABLISHING THE APPROPRIATION LIMIT OF THE CITY OF SANTA ANA FOR FISCAL YEAR 20242025
12. Adoption of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) Establishing the Terms and Conditions of Employment for Classifications Represented by the Santa Ana Police Officers Association (SAPOA) Effective January 1, 2024 through June 30, 2027, and Adoption of a Resolution Updating the Compensation and Salary Schedule of Sworn Classifications of the Santa Ana Police Management Association (SAPMA) Department(s): Human Resources
Recommended Action: 1. Authorize the City Manager to execute a Memorandum of Understanding with SAPOA regarding wages, hours, and other terms and conditions of employment effective January 1, 2024 through June 30, 2027, and authorize non substantive changes which may be necessary to implement the agreement (Agreement No. A2024XXX); and
2. Approve a Resolution updating the compensation and salary schedule for sworn classifications of the SAPMA.
RESOLUTION NO. 2024XXX entitled A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA ANA TO EFFECT CERTAIN CHANGES TO THE CITY’S CLASSIFICATION AND COMPENSATION PLAN
13. Adopt a Resolution Authorizing Ceremonial Street Naming of Virginia and William Guzman Way (General Fund)
Department(s): Public Works Agency
Recommended Action: 1. Adopt a resolution authorizing the Ceremonial Street Naming of Virginia and William Guzman Way along Santa Ana Boulevard from Pacific Avenue to Forest Avenue.
RESOLUTION NO. 2024XXX entitled A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA ANA DIRECTING AND AUTHORIZING A CEREMONIAL STREET NAME OF VIRGINIA AND WILLIAM GUZMAN WAY ALONG SANTA ANA BOULEVARD FROM PACIFIC AVENUE TO FOREST AVENUE
2. Direct Staff to install two ceremonial street signs along Santa Ana Boulevard at the intersections of Pacific Avenue and Forest Avenue.
14. Adopt a Resolution Authorizing Ceremonial Street Naming of Warren Bussey Square (General Fund)
Department(s): Public Works Agency
Recommended Action: 1. Adopt a resolution authorizing the Ceremonial Street Naming of Warren Bussey Square at the intersection of Pacific Avenue and Walnut Street.
RESOLUTION NO. 2024XXX entitled A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA ANA DIRECTING AND AUTHORIZING A CEREMONIAL STREET NAME OF WARREN BUSSEY SQUARE AT THE INTERSECTION OF PACIFIC AVENUE AND WALNUT STREET
2. Direct Staff to install two ceremonial street signs at the intersection of Pacific Avenue and Walnut Street.
15. Second Reading of the Local Resident Preference in Affordable Housing Ordinance First reading at the June 4, 2024 City Council meeting and approved by a vote of 70.
Published in the OC Reporter on June 10, 2024.
Department(s): Community Development Agency
Recommended Action: Conduct a second reading of the Local Resident Preference in Affordable Housing Ordinance to comply with the State of California Local Tenant Preferences to Prevent Displacement Act and codify the City’s existing local resident preference policy.
ORDINANCE NO. NS3066 entitled AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA ANA CREATING A NEW ARTICLE XXI IN CHAPTER 8 OF THE MUNICIPAL CODE TO CODIFY THE CITY’S LOCAL RESIDENT
PREFERENCE IN AFFORDABLE HOUSING (includes determination that the ordinance is not subject to the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) pursuant to Sections 15060(c)(2) because the activity will not result in a direct or reasonably foreseeable indirect physical change in the environment and 15060(c)(3) because the activity is not a project as defined in Section 15378 of the CEQA Guidelines)
16. Second Reading and Adoption of City Council Ordinance No. NS3067 Appropriating Monies to the Several Offices, Agencies, and Departments of the City of Santa Ana for the Fiscal Year Budget Period Commencing July 1, 2024 (REVISED) First reading at the June 4, 2024 City Council meeting and approved by a vote of 70.
Published in the OC Reporter on June 10, 2024.
Department(s): Finance and Management Services
Recommended Action: Approve the second reading and adopt Ordinance No. NS 3067 to appropriate monies to the several offices, agencies, and departments of the City for Fiscal Year 202425 (FY2425), which begins on July 1, 2024 and ends on June 30, 2025. (Requires five affirmative votes)
UNCODIFIED ORDINANCE NO. NS3067 entitled AN UNCODIFIED ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA ANA APPROPRIATING MONIES TO SEVERAL OFFICES, AGENCIES, AND DEPARTMENTS OF THE CITY FOR FISCAL YEAR BUDGET PERIOD COMMENCING JULY 1, 2024
**END OF CONSENT CALENDAR**
BUSINESS CALENDAR
17. Review of City Charter Amendments Concerning Rent Stabilization Ordinance and NonCitizen Voting and Resolutions Required to Submit to Voters at the November 5, 2024 Municipal Election Ballot Measures Relating to Proposed Charter Amendments Concerning Ethics Code, Capital Improvement Funds, City Clerk and City Attorney Authority, Civil Service, and Council Compensation
Department(s): City Attorney’s Office
Recommended Action: 1. Adopt a resolution giving notice of the City's General Municipal Election to be held in the City of Santa Ana on November 5, 2024 for the submission of questions to the voters relating to proposed amendments to the City Charter;
RESOLUTION NO. 2024XXX entitled A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA ANA GIVING NOTICE OF A GENERAL MUNICIPAL ELECTION TO BE HELD IN THE CITY OF SANTA ANA ON NOVEMBER 5, 2024 FOR THE SUBMISSION TO THE VOTERS OF QUESTIONS RELATING TO THE
AMENDMENT OF THE CITY CHARTER IN REGARD TO SECTIONS 401.5 (ETHICS CODE), 402 (COUNCIL COMPENSATION), 611 (CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT FUNDS), 702 (CITY CLERK AUTHORITY), 703 (CITY ATTORNEY AUTHORITY), 1002 (CIVIL SERVICE), AND 1103 (BONDS)
2. Adopt a resolution designating the ballot questions related to the proposed City Charter amendments;
RESOLUTION NO. 2024XXX entitled A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA ANA SETTING FORTH THE LANGUAGE OF BALLOT TITLES FOR CITY CHARTER AMENDMENTS REGARDING CLEANUP OF OBSOLETE SECTIONS, CIVIL SERVICE, ETHICS CODE, CITY CLERK AND CITY ATTORNEY AUTHORITY AND COUNCIL COMPENSATION TO BE INCLUDED ON THE BALLOT FOR THE 2024 GENERAL MUNICIPAL ELECTION
3. Review City Charter amendments concerning rent stabilization and just cause eviction ordinance and consider whether to adopt revised resolution; and RESOLUTION NO. 2024XXX entitled RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA ANA GIVING NOTICE OF A GENERAL MUNICIPAL ELECTION TO BE HELD IN THE CITY OF SANTA ANA ON NOVEMBER 5, 2024 FOR THE SUBMISSION OF A BALLOT MEASURE TO THE QUALIFIED VOTERS
PROPOSING A RENT STABILIZATION AND JUST CAUSE EVICTION ORDINANCE AND REQUESTING THE ORANGE COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS TO CONSOLIDATE THIS ELECTION WITH THE STATEWIDE GENERAL ELECTION
4. Review City Charter amendment concerning noncitizen voting and consider whether to adopt revised resolution.
RESOLUTION NO. 2024XXX entitled A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA ANA CALLING AND GIVING NOTICE OF A GENERAL MUNICIPAL ELECTION TO BE HELD IN THE CITY OF SANTA ANA ON NOVEMBER 5, 2024 FOR THE SUBMISSION OF A BALLOT MEASURE TO THE QUALIFIED VOTERS ASKING IF THE CITY OF SANTA ANA SHOULD PERMIT NONCITIZEN VOTING IN ALL CITY MUNICIPAL ELECTIONS
**END OF BUSINESS CALENDAR**
COUNCILMEMBER REQUESTED ITEMS
18. Discuss and Consider Providing Direction to the City Manager, City Clerk, and City Attorney to Prepare Necessary Documents to Propose a Cigarette Litter Abatement Tax – Councilmembers Hernandez and Vazquez (continued from the City Council meeting of June 4, 2024, Item No. 41)
19. Discuss and Consider Providing Direction to the City Manager on the Interest in Launching a Street Medicine Program with CalOptima – Mayor Amezcua CITY MANAGER 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.
1. June 1820, 2024 Councilmember Hernandez – NALEO 41 Annual Conference, Las Vegas, NV
2. June 1820, 2024 Councilmember Penaloza – NALEO 41 Annual Conference, Las Vegas, NV
3. June 1820, 2024 Councilmember Vazquez – NALEO 41 Annual Conference, Las Vegas, NV
4. June 1820, 2024 Mayor Amezcua – NALEO 41 Annual Conference, Las Vegas, NV ADJOURNMENT – Adjourn the City Council meeting.
Future Items
1. Digital Marquee Agreement
2. Ballot Measures Resolutions Providing for Arguments and Rebuttals
3. Public Hearing – OHDC/C&C Garden Court Apartments Amended and Restated Affordability Restrictions and TEFRA Resolution
4. Public Hearing (Successor Agency) – Resolution and Purchase and Sale Agreement for Acquisition of Real Property for Parking Lot
POSTING STATEMENT: On June 11, 2024, a true and correct copy of this agenda was posted at the entrance to City Hall, 20 Civic Center Plaza, Santa Ana, CA 92701. Internet Access to City Council, Agency, and Authority agendas and related material is available prior to meetings at santaana.org/agendasandminutes.
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June 18, 2024
TELECONFERENCE INFORMATION:
Pursuant to Government Code Section 54953(b), Mayor Amezcua and Councilmembers Penaloza and Vazquez will participate in the meeting via teleconference from Bellagio Las Vegas, 3600 Las Vegas Boulevard South, Las Vegas, NV 89109 (with the room number(s) posted in the conference center hallway). The Agenda will be posted at the teleconference location and any member of the public wishing to address the legislative body directly may do so at the teleconference location pursuant to Government Code Section 54954.3.
CLOSED SESSION MEETING – 4:30 PM
REGULAR OPEN MEETING – 5:30 PM
(Immediately following the Closed Session Meeting)
CITY COUNCIL CHAMBER
22 Civic Center Plaza Santa Ana, CA 92701
Valerie Amezcua
Mayor
Thai Viet Phan
Mayor Pro Tem – Ward 1
Benjamin Vazquez
Councilmember Ward 2
Jessie Lopez
Councilmember Ward 3
Phil Bacerra
Councilmember Ward 4
Johnathan Ryan Hernandez
Councilmember Ward 5
David Penaloza
Councilmember Ward 6
Mayor and Council telephone: 7146476900
Agenda item inquiries: 7146476520
Sonia R. Carvalho
City Attorney
Alvaro Nuñez
Acting City Manager
Jennifer L. Hall
City Clerk
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/agendasandminutes 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. As a courtesy to the public, 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 3.
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 City Clerk, 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 two (2) hours before the scheduled start 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 – As a courtesy, 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) 900 9128 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) agenda/general comments, iii) special agenda 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. 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 4:30 p.m. for Closed Session items and by 5:45 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 4:00 p.m. YOU MUST JOIN ZOOM OR THE CONFERENCE CALL and raise your hand BY 4:30 p.m. Speakers who are not in the speaker queue with their hand raised by 4:30 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 4:00 p.m. YOU MUST JOIN ZOOM OR THE CONFERENCE CALL and raise your hand PRIOR TO 5:45 p.m. Speakers who are not in the speaker queue with their hand raised by 5:45 p.m. will not be permitted to speak.
TRANSLATION SERVICES Spanish interpreting services are provided at City Council meetings. Simultaneous Spanish interpretation is provided through the use of headsets and consecutive interpretation (SpanishtoEnglish) in addition to those wishing to address the City Council at the podium.
La ciudad provee servicios de interpretación al español en las juntas del Consejo.
La interpretación simultánea al español se ofrece por medio del uso de audífonos y la interpretación consecutiva (español a inglés) también está disponible para cualquiera que desee dirigirse al consejo municipal en el podio.
About the Agenda
To download or view the attachments (staff report and other supporting documentation) for each agenda item, you must select the agenda item to see the attachments to either open in a new link (the eyeball
) or download a pdf (the cloud symbol with the down arrow ).
TELECONFERENCE INFORMATION :
Pursuant to Government Code Section 54953(b), Mayor Amezcua and Councilmembers Penaloza and Vazquez will participate in the meeting via teleconference from Bellagio Las Vegas, 3600 Las Vegas Boulevard South, Las Vegas, NV 89109 (with the room number(s) posted in the conference center hallway). The Agenda will be posted at the teleconference location and any member of the public wishing to address the legislative body directly may do so at the teleconference location pursuant to Government Code Section 54954.3.
CLOSED SESSION
CALL TO ORDER
ATTENDANCE Council Members Phil Bacerra
Johnathan Ryan Hernandez
Jessie Lopez
David Penaloza
Benjamin Vazquez
Mayor Pro Tem Thai Viet Phan
Mayor Valerie Amezcua
Acting City Manager Alvaro Nuñez
City Attorney Sonia R. Carvalho
City Clerk Jennifer L. Hall
ROLL CALL
ADDITIONS\DELETIONS TO CLOSED SESSION
PUBLIC COMMENTS – Members of the public may address the City Council on Closed Session items.
RECESS – City Council will recess to Closed Session for the purpose of conducting regular City business.
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. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSELEXISTING LITIGATION pursuant to Paragraph (1) of subdivision (d) of Section 54956.9 of the Government Code:
A. James V. Lacy, United States Justice Foundation, California Public Policy Foundation, and Pasquale Talarico v. Jennifer Hall, in her official capacity as Santa Ana City Clerk and Bob Page, in his official capacity as Orange County Registrar of Voters, Orange County Superior Court, Case No. 30202401402208CUWMCJC
2. PUBLIC EMPLOYEE EMPLOYMENT/APPOINTMENT pursuant to Section 54957(b) (1) of the Government Code:
Title: City Manager
3. CONFERENCE WITH LABOR NEGOTIATOR pursuant to Government Code Section 54957.6(a):
Agency Designated Representative: Jacob Green, Greg Devereaux Unrepresented Employee: City Manager
RECONVENE – City Council will reconvene to continue regular City business.
TELECONFERENCE INFORMATION :
Pursuant to Government Code Section 54953(b), Mayor Amezcua and Councilmembers Penaloza and Vazquez will participate in the meeting via teleconference from Bellagio Las Vegas, 3600 Las Vegas Boulevard South, Las Vegas, NV 89109 (with the room number(s) posted in the conference center hallway). The Agenda will be posted at the teleconference location and any member of the public wishing to address the legislative body directly may do so at the teleconference location pursuant to Government Code Section 54954.3.
CITY COUNCIL REGULAR OPEN SESSION
CALL TO ORDER
ATTENDANCE Council Members Phil Bacerra
Johnathan Ryan Hernandez
Jessie Lopez
David Penaloza
Benjamin Vazquez
Mayor Pro Tem Thai Viet Phan
Mayor Valerie Amezcua
Acting City Manager Alvaro Nuñez
City Attorney Sonia R. Carvalho
City Clerk Jennifer L. Hall
ROLL CALL
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE Mayor Amezcua
WORDS OF INSPIRATION Police Chaplain
ADDITIONS\DELETIONS TO THE AGENDA
CEREMONIAL PRESENTATIONS
1. Certificate of Recognition presented by Councilmember Lopez to Union Trans GNC for their contributions to the community
CLOSED SESSION REPORT – The City Attorney will report on any action(s) from Closed Session.
PUBLIC COMMENTS – Public comments will be held during the beginning of the meeting for ALL comments on agenda and nonagenda items.
CONSENT CALENDAR
RECOMMENDED ACTION: Approve staff recommendations on the following Consent Calendar Items: 2 through 16 and waive reading of all resolutions and ordinances.
2. Excused Absences
Department(s): City Clerk’s Office
Recommended Action: Excuse the absent members.
3. Minutes from the Regular Meeting of June 4, 2024
Department(s): City Clerk’s Office
Recommended Action: Approve minutes.
4. Appoint Neylen Adoni Muñoz Nominated by Councilmember Penaloza as the Ward 6 Representative to the Youth Commission for a Partial Term Expiring December 8, 2026 Department(s): City Clerk’s Office
Recommended Action: Appoint Neylen Adoni Muñoz to the Youth Commission as the Ward 6 representative and administer Oath of Office. (Pursuant to SAMC Sec. 2 326(a), requires five affirmative votes)
5. Approve Agreement with Elite Command Training for Training Services in the Amount of $279,890 for the Urban Areas Security Initiative Grant Program (NonGeneral Fund) Department(s): Police Department
Recommended Action: Authorize the City Manager to execute an agreement, with Elite Command Training to provide ongoing training deliverables to the Anaheim/Santa Ana Urban Area on an asneeded basis, for the threeyear period of June 18, 2024 through June 17, 2027, with two oneyear renewal options, in an amount not to exceed $279,890 (Agreement No. 2024XXX).
6. Approve Agreement with CDCE, Inc. for Mobile Data Communications Equipment and Installation Services (Spec No. 24064) (General Fund and NonGeneral Fund) Department(s): Police Department
Recommended Action: Authorize the City Manager to execute an agreement with CDCE, Inc. to provide mobile data communications equipment and installation services in an amount not to exceed $524,724 including a $25,000 contingency amount, for a term beginning June 18, 2024 and expiring June 17, 2029 (Agreement No. A2024XXX).
7. Approve an Agreement with Community SeniorServ, Inc. dba Meals On Wheels Orange County for the Senior Meals Program (General Fund)
Department(s): Parks, Recreation, and Community Services Recommended Action: Authorize the City Manager to execute an agreement with Community SeniorServ, Inc. dba Meals On Wheels Orange County for the Senior Meals Program in an amount of $90,300 for base services (Home Delivered Meals and Lunch Cafe Programs) and $9,700 for additional as needed services, for a total not to exceed amount of $100,000 for the period July 1, 2024 to June 30, 2025 to be funded by the General Fund (Agreement No. A2024XXX).
8. Approve an Agreement with Coach Max Corp and Elite Executive Charter, LLC to Provide Charter Bus Transportation Services (General Fund) Department(s): Parks, Recreation, and Community Services Recommended Action: Authorize the City Manager to execute aggregate agreements with Coach Max Corp and Elite Executive Charter, LLC to provide charter bus transportation for City programs and events for a term from July 1, 2024 through June 30, 2027, with two (2), one (1) year renewal options for a total amount, including extensions, nottoexceed $500,000 (General Fund) (Agreement Nos. A2024XXX and A2024XXX).
9. Adopt a Resolution and Approve an Appropriation Adjustment to Accept the State California Volunteers Award Agreement JP2017GFI
Department(s): Community Development Agency
Recommended Action:
1. Adopt a resolution to accept the State California Volunteers grant award, and authorize the City Manager to enter into State of California – Department of General Services, Standard Agreement No. JP2017GF1 (Grant Agreement) for $2,000,000 for the Youth Employment Project (Project).
RESOLUTION NO. 2024XXX entitled A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA ANA APPROVING THE ACCEPTANCE OF GRANT FUNDS FOR CALIFORNIA VOLUNTEERS 2023 #CALIFORNIANSFORALL YOUTH SERVICE CORPS THROUGH THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA FOR THE CITY OF SANTA ANA YOUTH EMPLOYMENT PROJECT
2. Authorize the City Manager, or designee, to conduct all negotiations, sign, and submit all documents, including, but not limited to applications, agreements, amendments, and payment requests, which may be necessary for the completion of the Project scope, including but not limited to agreements with contractors, consultants, and vendors detailed in Exhibit B Budget Detail of the Grant Agreement.
3. Approve an appropriation adjustment to recognize $2,000,000 in funds from ARPA CA FOR ALL YOUTH WDPState GrantDirect account (no. 1831800252025) and appropriating the same amount to expenditure account (no. 18318763various). (Requires five affirmative votes)
10. Adopt a Resolution Approving the City’s Annual Statement of Investment Policy 2024 2025; Receive and File Annual Statement of Investment Policy 20242025 Department(s): Finance and Management Services
Recommended Action: 1. Adopt a Resolution approving the City’s 20242025 Investment Policy.
RESOLUTION NO. 2024XXX entitled A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA ANA APPROVING THE CITY’S STATEMENT OF INVESTMENT POLICY
2. Receive and file the Annual Statement of Investment Policy 20242025.
11. Adopt a Resolution Establishing the Appropriations Limit of the City of Santa Ana for FY 202425
Department(s): Finance and Management Services
Recommended Action: Adopt a resolution establishing the appropriations limit of the City of Santa Ana for FY 202425, as required by state law.
RESOLUTION NO. 2024XXX entitled A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA ANA ESTABLISHING THE APPROPRIATION LIMIT OF THE CITY OF SANTA ANA FOR FISCAL YEAR 20242025
12. Adoption of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) Establishing the Terms and Conditions of Employment for Classifications Represented by the Santa Ana Police Officers Association (SAPOA) Effective January 1, 2024 through June 30, 2027, and Adoption of a Resolution Updating the Compensation and Salary Schedule of Sworn Classifications of the Santa Ana Police Management Association (SAPMA) Department(s): Human Resources
Recommended Action: 1. Authorize the City Manager to execute a Memorandum of Understanding with SAPOA regarding wages, hours, and other terms and conditions of employment effective January 1, 2024 through June 30, 2027, and authorize non substantive changes which may be necessary to implement the agreement (Agreement No. A2024XXX); and
2. Approve a Resolution updating the compensation and salary schedule for sworn classifications of the SAPMA.
RESOLUTION NO. 2024XXX entitled A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA ANA TO EFFECT CERTAIN CHANGES TO THE CITY’S CLASSIFICATION AND COMPENSATION PLAN
13. Adopt a Resolution Authorizing Ceremonial Street Naming of Virginia and William Guzman Way (General Fund)
Department(s): Public Works Agency
Recommended Action: 1. Adopt a resolution authorizing the Ceremonial Street Naming of Virginia and William Guzman Way along Santa Ana Boulevard from Pacific Avenue to Forest Avenue.
RESOLUTION NO. 2024XXX entitled A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA ANA DIRECTING AND AUTHORIZING A CEREMONIAL STREET NAME OF VIRGINIA AND WILLIAM GUZMAN WAY ALONG SANTA ANA BOULEVARD FROM PACIFIC AVENUE TO FOREST AVENUE
2. Direct Staff to install two ceremonial street signs along Santa Ana Boulevard at the intersections of Pacific Avenue and Forest Avenue.
14. Adopt a Resolution Authorizing Ceremonial Street Naming of Warren Bussey Square (General Fund)
Department(s): Public Works Agency
Recommended Action: 1. Adopt a resolution authorizing the Ceremonial Street Naming of Warren Bussey Square at the intersection of Pacific Avenue and Walnut Street.
RESOLUTION NO. 2024XXX entitled A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA ANA DIRECTING AND AUTHORIZING A CEREMONIAL STREET NAME OF WARREN BUSSEY SQUARE AT THE INTERSECTION OF PACIFIC AVENUE AND WALNUT STREET
2. Direct Staff to install two ceremonial street signs at the intersection of Pacific Avenue and Walnut Street.
15. Second Reading of the Local Resident Preference in Affordable Housing Ordinance First reading at the June 4, 2024 City Council meeting and approved by a vote of 70.
Published in the OC Reporter on June 10, 2024.
Department(s): Community Development Agency
Recommended Action: Conduct a second reading of the Local Resident Preference in Affordable Housing Ordinance to comply with the State of California Local Tenant Preferences to Prevent Displacement Act and codify the City’s existing local resident preference policy.
ORDINANCE NO. NS3066 entitled AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA ANA CREATING A NEW ARTICLE XXI IN CHAPTER 8 OF THE MUNICIPAL CODE TO CODIFY THE CITY’S LOCAL RESIDENT
PREFERENCE IN AFFORDABLE HOUSING (includes determination that the ordinance is not subject to the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) pursuant to Sections 15060(c)(2) because the activity will not result in a direct or reasonably foreseeable indirect physical change in the environment and 15060(c)(3) because the activity is not a project as defined in Section 15378 of the CEQA Guidelines)
16. Second Reading and Adoption of City Council Ordinance No. NS3067 Appropriating Monies to the Several Offices, Agencies, and Departments of the City of Santa Ana for the Fiscal Year Budget Period Commencing July 1, 2024 (REVISED) First reading at the June 4, 2024 City Council meeting and approved by a vote of 70.
Published in the OC Reporter on June 10, 2024.
Department(s): Finance and Management Services
Recommended Action: Approve the second reading and adopt Ordinance No. NS 3067 to appropriate monies to the several offices, agencies, and departments of the City for Fiscal Year 202425 (FY2425), which begins on July 1, 2024 and ends on June 30, 2025. (Requires five affirmative votes)
UNCODIFIED ORDINANCE NO. NS3067 entitled AN UNCODIFIED ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA ANA APPROPRIATING MONIES TO SEVERAL OFFICES, AGENCIES, AND DEPARTMENTS OF THE CITY FOR FISCAL YEAR BUDGET PERIOD COMMENCING JULY 1, 2024
**END OF CONSENT CALENDAR**
BUSINESS CALENDAR
17. Review of City Charter Amendments Concerning Rent Stabilization Ordinance and NonCitizen Voting and Resolutions Required to Submit to Voters at the November 5, 2024 Municipal Election Ballot Measures Relating to Proposed Charter Amendments Concerning Ethics Code, Capital Improvement Funds, City Clerk and City Attorney Authority, Civil Service, and Council Compensation
Department(s): City Attorney’s Office
Recommended Action: 1. Adopt a resolution giving notice of the City's General Municipal Election to be held in the City of Santa Ana on November 5, 2024 for the submission of questions to the voters relating to proposed amendments to the City Charter;
RESOLUTION NO. 2024XXX entitled A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA ANA GIVING NOTICE OF A GENERAL MUNICIPAL ELECTION TO BE HELD IN THE CITY OF SANTA ANA ON NOVEMBER 5, 2024 FOR THE SUBMISSION TO THE VOTERS OF QUESTIONS RELATING TO THE
AMENDMENT OF THE CITY CHARTER IN REGARD TO SECTIONS 401.5 (ETHICS CODE), 402 (COUNCIL COMPENSATION), 611 (CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT FUNDS), 702 (CITY CLERK AUTHORITY), 703 (CITY ATTORNEY AUTHORITY), 1002 (CIVIL SERVICE), AND 1103 (BONDS)
2. Adopt a resolution designating the ballot questions related to the proposed City Charter amendments;
RESOLUTION NO. 2024XXX entitled A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA ANA SETTING FORTH THE LANGUAGE OF BALLOT TITLES FOR CITY CHARTER AMENDMENTS REGARDING CLEANUP OF OBSOLETE SECTIONS, CIVIL SERVICE, ETHICS CODE, CITY CLERK AND CITY ATTORNEY AUTHORITY AND COUNCIL COMPENSATION TO BE INCLUDED ON THE BALLOT FOR THE 2024 GENERAL MUNICIPAL ELECTION
3. Review City Charter amendments concerning rent stabilization and just cause eviction ordinance and consider whether to adopt revised resolution; and RESOLUTION NO. 2024XXX entitled RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA ANA GIVING NOTICE OF A GENERAL MUNICIPAL ELECTION TO BE HELD IN THE CITY OF SANTA ANA ON NOVEMBER 5, 2024 FOR THE SUBMISSION OF A BALLOT MEASURE TO THE QUALIFIED VOTERS
PROPOSING A RENT STABILIZATION AND JUST CAUSE EVICTION ORDINANCE AND REQUESTING THE ORANGE COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS TO CONSOLIDATE THIS ELECTION WITH THE STATEWIDE GENERAL ELECTION
4. Review City Charter amendment concerning noncitizen voting and consider whether to adopt revised resolution.
RESOLUTION NO. 2024XXX entitled A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA ANA CALLING AND GIVING NOTICE OF A GENERAL MUNICIPAL ELECTION TO BE HELD IN THE CITY OF SANTA ANA ON NOVEMBER 5, 2024 FOR THE SUBMISSION OF A BALLOT MEASURE TO THE QUALIFIED VOTERS ASKING IF THE CITY OF SANTA ANA SHOULD PERMIT NONCITIZEN VOTING IN ALL CITY MUNICIPAL ELECTIONS
**END OF BUSINESS CALENDAR**
COUNCILMEMBER REQUESTED ITEMS
18. Discuss and Consider Providing Direction to the City Manager, City Clerk, and City Attorney to Prepare Necessary Documents to Propose a Cigarette Litter Abatement Tax – Councilmembers Hernandez and Vazquez (continued from the City Council meeting of June 4, 2024, Item No. 41)
19. Discuss and Consider Providing Direction to the City Manager on the Interest in Launching a Street Medicine Program with CalOptima – Mayor Amezcua CITY MANAGER 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.
1. June 1820, 2024 Councilmember Hernandez – NALEO 41 Annual Conference, Las Vegas, NV
2. June 1820, 2024 Councilmember Penaloza – NALEO 41 Annual Conference, Las Vegas, NV
3. June 1820, 2024 Councilmember Vazquez – NALEO 41 Annual Conference, Las Vegas, NV
4. June 1820, 2024 Mayor Amezcua – NALEO 41 Annual Conference, Las Vegas, NV ADJOURNMENT – Adjourn the City Council meeting.
Future Items
1. Digital Marquee Agreement
2. Ballot Measures Resolutions Providing for Arguments and Rebuttals
3. Public Hearing – OHDC/C&C Garden Court Apartments Amended and Restated Affordability Restrictions and TEFRA Resolution
4. Public Hearing (Successor Agency) – Resolution and Purchase and Sale Agreement for Acquisition of Real Property for Parking Lot
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June 18, 2024
TELECONFERENCE INFORMATION:
Pursuant to Government Code Section 54953(b), Mayor Amezcua and Councilmembers Penaloza and Vazquez will participate in the meeting via teleconference from Bellagio Las Vegas, 3600 Las Vegas Boulevard South, Las Vegas, NV 89109 (with the room number(s) posted in the conference center hallway). The Agenda will be posted at the teleconference location and any member of the public wishing to address the legislative body directly may do so at the teleconference location pursuant to Government Code Section 54954.3.
CLOSED SESSION MEETING – 4:30 PM
REGULAR OPEN MEETING – 5:30 PM
(Immediately following the Closed Session Meeting)
CITY COUNCIL CHAMBER
22 Civic Center Plaza Santa Ana, CA 92701
Valerie Amezcua
Mayor
Thai Viet Phan
Mayor Pro Tem – Ward 1
Benjamin Vazquez
Councilmember Ward 2
Jessie Lopez
Councilmember Ward 3
Phil Bacerra
Councilmember Ward 4
Johnathan Ryan Hernandez
Councilmember Ward 5
David Penaloza
Councilmember Ward 6
Mayor and Council telephone: 7146476900
Agenda item inquiries: 7146476520
Sonia R. Carvalho
City Attorney
Alvaro Nuñez
Acting City Manager
Jennifer L. Hall
City Clerk
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/agendasandminutes 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. As a courtesy to the public, 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 3.
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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. 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 4:30 p.m. for Closed Session items and by 5:45 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 4:00 p.m. YOU MUST JOIN ZOOM OR THE CONFERENCE CALL and raise your hand BY 4:30 p.m. Speakers who are not in the speaker queue with their hand raised by 4:30 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 4:00 p.m. YOU MUST JOIN ZOOM OR THE CONFERENCE CALL and raise your hand PRIOR TO 5:45 p.m. Speakers who are not in the speaker queue with their hand raised by 5:45 p.m. will not be permitted to speak.
TRANSLATION SERVICES Spanish interpreting services are provided at City Council meetings. Simultaneous Spanish interpretation is provided through the use of headsets and consecutive interpretation (SpanishtoEnglish) in addition to those wishing to address the City Council at the podium.
La ciudad provee servicios de interpretación al español en las juntas del Consejo.
La interpretación simultánea al español se ofrece por medio del uso de audífonos y la interpretación consecutiva (español a inglés) también está disponible para cualquiera que desee dirigirse al consejo municipal en el podio.
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TELECONFERENCE INFORMATION :
Pursuant to Government Code Section 54953(b), Mayor Amezcua and Councilmembers Penaloza and Vazquez will participate in the meeting via teleconference from Bellagio Las Vegas, 3600 Las Vegas Boulevard South, Las Vegas, NV 89109 (with the room number(s) posted in the conference center hallway). The Agenda will be posted at the teleconference location and any member of the public wishing to address the legislative body directly may do so at the teleconference location pursuant to Government Code Section 54954.3.
CLOSED SESSION
CALL TO ORDER
ATTENDANCE Council Members Phil Bacerra
Johnathan Ryan Hernandez
Jessie Lopez
David Penaloza
Benjamin Vazquez
Mayor Pro Tem Thai Viet Phan
Mayor Valerie Amezcua
Acting City Manager Alvaro Nuñez
City Attorney Sonia R. Carvalho
City Clerk Jennifer L. Hall
ROLL CALL
ADDITIONS\DELETIONS TO CLOSED SESSION
PUBLIC COMMENTS – Members of the public may address the City Council on Closed Session items.
RECESS – City Council will recess to Closed Session for the purpose of conducting regular City business.
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. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSELEXISTING LITIGATION pursuant to Paragraph (1) of subdivision (d) of Section 54956.9 of the Government Code:
A. James V. Lacy, United States Justice Foundation, California Public Policy Foundation, and Pasquale Talarico v. Jennifer Hall, in her official capacity as Santa Ana City Clerk and Bob Page, in his official capacity as Orange County Registrar of Voters, Orange County Superior Court, Case No. 30202401402208CUWMCJC
2. PUBLIC EMPLOYEE EMPLOYMENT/APPOINTMENT pursuant to Section 54957(b) (1) of the Government Code:
Title: City Manager
3. CONFERENCE WITH LABOR NEGOTIATOR pursuant to Government Code Section 54957.6(a):
Agency Designated Representative: Jacob Green, Greg Devereaux Unrepresented Employee: City Manager
RECONVENE – City Council will reconvene to continue regular City business.
TELECONFERENCE INFORMATION :
Pursuant to Government Code Section 54953(b), Mayor Amezcua and Councilmembers Penaloza and Vazquez will participate in the meeting via teleconference from Bellagio Las Vegas, 3600 Las Vegas Boulevard South, Las Vegas, NV 89109 (with the room number(s) posted in the conference center hallway). The Agenda will be posted at the teleconference location and any member of the public wishing to address the legislative body directly may do so at the teleconference location pursuant to Government Code Section 54954.3.
CITY COUNCIL REGULAR OPEN SESSION
CALL TO ORDER
ATTENDANCE Council Members Phil Bacerra
Johnathan Ryan Hernandez
Jessie Lopez
David Penaloza
Benjamin Vazquez
Mayor Pro Tem Thai Viet Phan
Mayor Valerie Amezcua
Acting City Manager Alvaro Nuñez
City Attorney Sonia R. Carvalho
City Clerk Jennifer L. Hall
ROLL CALL
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE Mayor Amezcua
WORDS OF INSPIRATION Police Chaplain
ADDITIONS\DELETIONS TO THE AGENDA
CEREMONIAL PRESENTATIONS
1. Certificate of Recognition presented by Councilmember Lopez to Union Trans GNC for their contributions to the community
CLOSED SESSION REPORT – The City Attorney will report on any action(s) from Closed Session.
PUBLIC COMMENTS – Public comments will be held during the beginning of the meeting for ALL comments on agenda and nonagenda items.
CONSENT CALENDAR
RECOMMENDED ACTION: Approve staff recommendations on the following Consent Calendar Items: 2 through 16 and waive reading of all resolutions and ordinances.
2. Excused Absences
Department(s): City Clerk’s Office
Recommended Action: Excuse the absent members.
3. Minutes from the Regular Meeting of June 4, 2024
Department(s): City Clerk’s Office
Recommended Action: Approve minutes.
4. Appoint Neylen Adoni Muñoz Nominated by Councilmember Penaloza as the Ward 6 Representative to the Youth Commission for a Partial Term Expiring December 8, 2026 Department(s): City Clerk’s Office
Recommended Action: Appoint Neylen Adoni Muñoz to the Youth Commission as the Ward 6 representative and administer Oath of Office. (Pursuant to SAMC Sec. 2 326(a), requires five affirmative votes)
5. Approve Agreement with Elite Command Training for Training Services in the Amount of $279,890 for the Urban Areas Security Initiative Grant Program (NonGeneral Fund) Department(s): Police Department
Recommended Action: Authorize the City Manager to execute an agreement, with Elite Command Training to provide ongoing training deliverables to the Anaheim/Santa Ana Urban Area on an asneeded basis, for the threeyear period of June 18, 2024 through June 17, 2027, with two oneyear renewal options, in an amount not to exceed $279,890 (Agreement No. 2024XXX).
6. Approve Agreement with CDCE, Inc. for Mobile Data Communications Equipment and Installation Services (Spec No. 24064) (General Fund and NonGeneral Fund) Department(s): Police Department
Recommended Action: Authorize the City Manager to execute an agreement with CDCE, Inc. to provide mobile data communications equipment and installation services in an amount not to exceed $524,724 including a $25,000 contingency amount, for a term beginning June 18, 2024 and expiring June 17, 2029 (Agreement No. A2024XXX).
7. Approve an Agreement with Community SeniorServ, Inc. dba Meals On Wheels Orange County for the Senior Meals Program (General Fund)
Department(s): Parks, Recreation, and Community Services Recommended Action: Authorize the City Manager to execute an agreement with Community SeniorServ, Inc. dba Meals On Wheels Orange County for the Senior Meals Program in an amount of $90,300 for base services (Home Delivered Meals and Lunch Cafe Programs) and $9,700 for additional as needed services, for a total not to exceed amount of $100,000 for the period July 1, 2024 to June 30, 2025 to be funded by the General Fund (Agreement No. A2024XXX).
8. Approve an Agreement with Coach Max Corp and Elite Executive Charter, LLC to Provide Charter Bus Transportation Services (General Fund) Department(s): Parks, Recreation, and Community Services Recommended Action: Authorize the City Manager to execute aggregate agreements with Coach Max Corp and Elite Executive Charter, LLC to provide charter bus transportation for City programs and events for a term from July 1, 2024 through June 30, 2027, with two (2), one (1) year renewal options for a total amount, including extensions, nottoexceed $500,000 (General Fund) (Agreement Nos. A2024XXX and A2024XXX).
9. Adopt a Resolution and Approve an Appropriation Adjustment to Accept the State California Volunteers Award Agreement JP2017GFI
Department(s): Community Development Agency
Recommended Action:
1. Adopt a resolution to accept the State California Volunteers grant award, and authorize the City Manager to enter into State of California – Department of General Services, Standard Agreement No. JP2017GF1 (Grant Agreement) for $2,000,000 for the Youth Employment Project (Project).
RESOLUTION NO. 2024XXX entitled A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA ANA APPROVING THE ACCEPTANCE OF GRANT FUNDS FOR CALIFORNIA VOLUNTEERS 2023 #CALIFORNIANSFORALL YOUTH SERVICE CORPS THROUGH THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA FOR THE CITY OF SANTA ANA YOUTH EMPLOYMENT PROJECT
2. Authorize the City Manager, or designee, to conduct all negotiations, sign, and submit all documents, including, but not limited to applications, agreements, amendments, and payment requests, which may be necessary for the completion of the Project scope, including but not limited to agreements with contractors, consultants, and vendors detailed in Exhibit B Budget Detail of the Grant Agreement.
3. Approve an appropriation adjustment to recognize $2,000,000 in funds from ARPA CA FOR ALL YOUTH WDPState GrantDirect account (no. 1831800252025) and appropriating the same amount to expenditure account (no. 18318763various). (Requires five affirmative votes)
10. Adopt a Resolution Approving the City’s Annual Statement of Investment Policy 2024 2025; Receive and File Annual Statement of Investment Policy 20242025 Department(s): Finance and Management Services
Recommended Action: 1. Adopt a Resolution approving the City’s 20242025 Investment Policy.
RESOLUTION NO. 2024XXX entitled A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA ANA APPROVING THE CITY’S STATEMENT OF INVESTMENT POLICY
2. Receive and file the Annual Statement of Investment Policy 20242025.
11. Adopt a Resolution Establishing the Appropriations Limit of the City of Santa Ana for FY 202425
Department(s): Finance and Management Services
Recommended Action: Adopt a resolution establishing the appropriations limit of the City of Santa Ana for FY 202425, as required by state law.
RESOLUTION NO. 2024XXX entitled A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA ANA ESTABLISHING THE APPROPRIATION LIMIT OF THE CITY OF SANTA ANA FOR FISCAL YEAR 20242025
12. Adoption of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) Establishing the Terms and Conditions of Employment for Classifications Represented by the Santa Ana Police Officers Association (SAPOA) Effective January 1, 2024 through June 30, 2027, and Adoption of a Resolution Updating the Compensation and Salary Schedule of Sworn Classifications of the Santa Ana Police Management Association (SAPMA) Department(s): Human Resources
Recommended Action: 1. Authorize the City Manager to execute a Memorandum of Understanding with SAPOA regarding wages, hours, and other terms and conditions of employment effective January 1, 2024 through June 30, 2027, and authorize non substantive changes which may be necessary to implement the agreement (Agreement No. A2024XXX); and
2. Approve a Resolution updating the compensation and salary schedule for sworn classifications of the SAPMA.
RESOLUTION NO. 2024XXX entitled A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA ANA TO EFFECT CERTAIN CHANGES TO THE CITY’S CLASSIFICATION AND COMPENSATION PLAN
13. Adopt a Resolution Authorizing Ceremonial Street Naming of Virginia and William Guzman Way (General Fund)
Department(s): Public Works Agency
Recommended Action: 1. Adopt a resolution authorizing the Ceremonial Street Naming of Virginia and William Guzman Way along Santa Ana Boulevard from Pacific Avenue to Forest Avenue.
RESOLUTION NO. 2024XXX entitled A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA ANA DIRECTING AND AUTHORIZING A CEREMONIAL STREET NAME OF VIRGINIA AND WILLIAM GUZMAN WAY ALONG SANTA ANA BOULEVARD FROM PACIFIC AVENUE TO FOREST AVENUE
2. Direct Staff to install two ceremonial street signs along Santa Ana Boulevard at the intersections of Pacific Avenue and Forest Avenue.
14. Adopt a Resolution Authorizing Ceremonial Street Naming of Warren Bussey Square (General Fund)
Department(s): Public Works Agency
Recommended Action: 1. Adopt a resolution authorizing the Ceremonial Street Naming of Warren Bussey Square at the intersection of Pacific Avenue and Walnut Street.
RESOLUTION NO. 2024XXX entitled A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA ANA DIRECTING AND AUTHORIZING A CEREMONIAL STREET NAME OF WARREN BUSSEY SQUARE AT THE INTERSECTION OF PACIFIC AVENUE AND WALNUT STREET
2. Direct Staff to install two ceremonial street signs at the intersection of Pacific Avenue and Walnut Street.
15. Second Reading of the Local Resident Preference in Affordable Housing Ordinance First reading at the June 4, 2024 City Council meeting and approved by a vote of 70.
Published in the OC Reporter on June 10, 2024.
Department(s): Community Development Agency
Recommended Action: Conduct a second reading of the Local Resident Preference in Affordable Housing Ordinance to comply with the State of California Local Tenant Preferences to Prevent Displacement Act and codify the City’s existing local resident preference policy.
ORDINANCE NO. NS3066 entitled AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA ANA CREATING A NEW ARTICLE XXI IN CHAPTER 8 OF THE MUNICIPAL CODE TO CODIFY THE CITY’S LOCAL RESIDENT
PREFERENCE IN AFFORDABLE HOUSING (includes determination that the ordinance is not subject to the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) pursuant to Sections 15060(c)(2) because the activity will not result in a direct or reasonably foreseeable indirect physical change in the environment and 15060(c)(3) because the activity is not a project as defined in Section 15378 of the CEQA Guidelines)
16. Second Reading and Adoption of City Council Ordinance No. NS3067 Appropriating Monies to the Several Offices, Agencies, and Departments of the City of Santa Ana for the Fiscal Year Budget Period Commencing July 1, 2024 (REVISED) First reading at the June 4, 2024 City Council meeting and approved by a vote of 70.
Published in the OC Reporter on June 10, 2024.
Department(s): Finance and Management Services
Recommended Action: Approve the second reading and adopt Ordinance No. NS 3067 to appropriate monies to the several offices, agencies, and departments of the City for Fiscal Year 202425 (FY2425), which begins on July 1, 2024 and ends on June 30, 2025. (Requires five affirmative votes)
UNCODIFIED ORDINANCE NO. NS3067 entitled AN UNCODIFIED ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA ANA APPROPRIATING MONIES TO SEVERAL OFFICES, AGENCIES, AND DEPARTMENTS OF THE CITY FOR FISCAL YEAR BUDGET PERIOD COMMENCING JULY 1, 2024
**END OF CONSENT CALENDAR**
BUSINESS CALENDAR
17. Review of City Charter Amendments Concerning Rent Stabilization Ordinance and NonCitizen Voting and Resolutions Required to Submit to Voters at the November 5, 2024 Municipal Election Ballot Measures Relating to Proposed Charter Amendments Concerning Ethics Code, Capital Improvement Funds, City Clerk and City Attorney Authority, Civil Service, and Council Compensation
Department(s): City Attorney’s Office
Recommended Action: 1. Adopt a resolution giving notice of the City's General Municipal Election to be held in the City of Santa Ana on November 5, 2024 for the submission of questions to the voters relating to proposed amendments to the City Charter;
RESOLUTION NO. 2024XXX entitled A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA ANA GIVING NOTICE OF A GENERAL MUNICIPAL ELECTION TO BE HELD IN THE CITY OF SANTA ANA ON NOVEMBER 5, 2024 FOR THE SUBMISSION TO THE VOTERS OF QUESTIONS RELATING TO THE
AMENDMENT OF THE CITY CHARTER IN REGARD TO SECTIONS 401.5 (ETHICS CODE), 402 (COUNCIL COMPENSATION), 611 (CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT FUNDS), 702 (CITY CLERK AUTHORITY), 703 (CITY ATTORNEY AUTHORITY), 1002 (CIVIL SERVICE), AND 1103 (BONDS)
2. Adopt a resolution designating the ballot questions related to the proposed City Charter amendments;
RESOLUTION NO. 2024XXX entitled A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA ANA SETTING FORTH THE LANGUAGE OF BALLOT TITLES FOR CITY CHARTER AMENDMENTS REGARDING CLEANUP OF OBSOLETE SECTIONS, CIVIL SERVICE, ETHICS CODE, CITY CLERK AND CITY ATTORNEY AUTHORITY AND COUNCIL COMPENSATION TO BE INCLUDED ON THE BALLOT FOR THE 2024 GENERAL MUNICIPAL ELECTION
3. Review City Charter amendments concerning rent stabilization and just cause eviction ordinance and consider whether to adopt revised resolution; and RESOLUTION NO. 2024XXX entitled RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA ANA GIVING NOTICE OF A GENERAL MUNICIPAL ELECTION TO BE HELD IN THE CITY OF SANTA ANA ON NOVEMBER 5, 2024 FOR THE SUBMISSION OF A BALLOT MEASURE TO THE QUALIFIED VOTERS
PROPOSING A RENT STABILIZATION AND JUST CAUSE EVICTION ORDINANCE AND REQUESTING THE ORANGE COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS TO CONSOLIDATE THIS ELECTION WITH THE STATEWIDE GENERAL ELECTION
4. Review City Charter amendment concerning noncitizen voting and consider whether to adopt revised resolution.
RESOLUTION NO. 2024XXX entitled A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA ANA CALLING AND GIVING NOTICE OF A GENERAL MUNICIPAL ELECTION TO BE HELD IN THE CITY OF SANTA ANA ON NOVEMBER 5, 2024 FOR THE SUBMISSION OF A BALLOT MEASURE TO THE QUALIFIED VOTERS ASKING IF THE CITY OF SANTA ANA SHOULD PERMIT NONCITIZEN VOTING IN ALL CITY MUNICIPAL ELECTIONS
**END OF BUSINESS CALENDAR**
COUNCILMEMBER REQUESTED ITEMS
18. Discuss and Consider Providing Direction to the City Manager, City Clerk, and City Attorney to Prepare Necessary Documents to Propose a Cigarette Litter Abatement Tax – Councilmembers Hernandez and Vazquez (continued from the City Council meeting of June 4, 2024, Item No. 41)
19. Discuss and Consider Providing Direction to the City Manager on the Interest in Launching a Street Medicine Program with CalOptima – Mayor Amezcua CITY MANAGER 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.
1. June 1820, 2024 Councilmember Hernandez – NALEO 41 Annual Conference, Las Vegas, NV
2. June 1820, 2024 Councilmember Penaloza – NALEO 41 Annual Conference, Las Vegas, NV
3. June 1820, 2024 Councilmember Vazquez – NALEO 41 Annual Conference, Las Vegas, NV
4. June 1820, 2024 Mayor Amezcua – NALEO 41 Annual Conference, Las Vegas, NV ADJOURNMENT – Adjourn the City Council meeting.
Future Items
1. Digital Marquee Agreement
2. Ballot Measures Resolutions Providing for Arguments and Rebuttals
3. Public Hearing – OHDC/C&C Garden Court Apartments Amended and Restated Affordability Restrictions and TEFRA Resolution
4. Public Hearing (Successor Agency) – Resolution and Purchase and Sale Agreement for Acquisition of Real Property for Parking Lot
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June 18, 2024
TELECONFERENCE INFORMATION:
Pursuant to Government Code Section 54953(b), Mayor Amezcua and Councilmembers Penaloza and Vazquez will participate in the meeting via teleconference from Bellagio Las Vegas, 3600 Las Vegas Boulevard South, Las Vegas, NV 89109 (with the room number(s) posted in the conference center hallway). The Agenda will be posted at the teleconference location and any member of the public wishing to address the legislative body directly may do so at the teleconference location pursuant to Government Code Section 54954.3.
CLOSED SESSION MEETING – 4:30 PM
REGULAR OPEN MEETING – 5:30 PM
(Immediately following the Closed Session Meeting)
CITY COUNCIL CHAMBER
22 Civic Center Plaza Santa Ana, CA 92701
Valerie Amezcua
Mayor
Thai Viet Phan
Mayor Pro Tem – Ward 1
Benjamin Vazquez
Councilmember Ward 2
Jessie Lopez
Councilmember Ward 3
Phil Bacerra
Councilmember Ward 4
Johnathan Ryan Hernandez
Councilmember Ward 5
David Penaloza
Councilmember Ward 6
Mayor and Council telephone: 7146476900
Agenda item inquiries: 7146476520
Sonia R. Carvalho
City Attorney
Alvaro Nuñez
Acting City Manager
Jennifer L. Hall
City Clerk
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/agendasandminutes 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. As a courtesy to the public, 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 3.
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:
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Office of the City Clerk, 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 two (2) hours before the scheduled start 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.
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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. 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 4:30 p.m. for Closed Session items and by 5:45 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 4:00 p.m. YOU MUST JOIN ZOOM OR THE CONFERENCE CALL and raise your hand BY 4:30 p.m. Speakers who are not in the speaker queue with their hand raised by 4:30 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 4:00 p.m. YOU MUST JOIN ZOOM OR THE CONFERENCE CALL and raise your hand PRIOR TO 5:45 p.m. Speakers who are not in the speaker queue with their hand raised by 5:45 p.m. will not be permitted to speak.
TRANSLATION SERVICES Spanish interpreting services are provided at City Council meetings. Simultaneous Spanish interpretation is provided through the use of headsets and consecutive interpretation (SpanishtoEnglish) in addition to those wishing to address the City Council at the podium.
La ciudad provee servicios de interpretación al español en las juntas del Consejo.
La interpretación simultánea al español se ofrece por medio del uso de audífonos y la interpretación consecutiva (español a inglés) también está disponible para cualquiera que desee dirigirse al consejo municipal en el podio.
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TELECONFERENCE INFORMATION :
Pursuant to Government Code Section 54953(b), Mayor Amezcua and Councilmembers Penaloza and Vazquez will participate in the meeting via teleconference from Bellagio Las Vegas, 3600 Las Vegas Boulevard South, Las Vegas, NV 89109 (with the room number(s) posted in the conference center hallway). The Agenda will be posted at the teleconference location and any member of the public wishing to address the legislative body directly may do so at the teleconference location pursuant to Government Code Section 54954.3.
CLOSED SESSION
CALL TO ORDER
ATTENDANCE Council Members Phil Bacerra
Johnathan Ryan Hernandez
Jessie Lopez
David Penaloza
Benjamin Vazquez
Mayor Pro Tem Thai Viet Phan
Mayor Valerie Amezcua
Acting City Manager Alvaro Nuñez
City Attorney Sonia R. Carvalho
City Clerk Jennifer L. Hall
ROLL CALL
ADDITIONS\DELETIONS TO CLOSED SESSION
PUBLIC COMMENTS – Members of the public may address the City Council on Closed Session items.
RECESS – City Council will recess to Closed Session for the purpose of conducting regular City business.
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. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSELEXISTING LITIGATION pursuant to Paragraph (1) of subdivision (d) of Section 54956.9 of the Government Code:
A. James V. Lacy, United States Justice Foundation, California Public Policy Foundation, and Pasquale Talarico v. Jennifer Hall, in her official capacity as Santa Ana City Clerk and Bob Page, in his official capacity as Orange County Registrar of Voters, Orange County Superior Court, Case No. 30202401402208CUWMCJC
2. PUBLIC EMPLOYEE EMPLOYMENT/APPOINTMENT pursuant to Section 54957(b) (1) of the Government Code:
Title: City Manager
3. CONFERENCE WITH LABOR NEGOTIATOR pursuant to Government Code Section 54957.6(a):
Agency Designated Representative: Jacob Green, Greg Devereaux Unrepresented Employee: City Manager
RECONVENE – City Council will reconvene to continue regular City business.
TELECONFERENCE INFORMATION :
Pursuant to Government Code Section 54953(b), Mayor Amezcua and Councilmembers Penaloza and Vazquez will participate in the meeting via teleconference from Bellagio Las Vegas, 3600 Las Vegas Boulevard South, Las Vegas, NV 89109 (with the room number(s) posted in the conference center hallway). The Agenda will be posted at the teleconference location and any member of the public wishing to address the legislative body directly may do so at the teleconference location pursuant to Government Code Section 54954.3.
CITY COUNCIL REGULAR OPEN SESSION
CALL TO ORDER
ATTENDANCE Council Members Phil Bacerra
Johnathan Ryan Hernandez
Jessie Lopez
David Penaloza
Benjamin Vazquez
Mayor Pro Tem Thai Viet Phan
Mayor Valerie Amezcua
Acting City Manager Alvaro Nuñez
City Attorney Sonia R. Carvalho
City Clerk Jennifer L. Hall
ROLL CALL
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE Mayor Amezcua
WORDS OF INSPIRATION Police Chaplain
ADDITIONS\DELETIONS TO THE AGENDA
CEREMONIAL PRESENTATIONS
1. Certificate of Recognition presented by Councilmember Lopez to Union Trans GNC for their contributions to the community
CLOSED SESSION REPORT – The City Attorney will report on any action(s) from Closed Session.
PUBLIC COMMENTS – Public comments will be held during the beginning of the meeting for ALL comments on agenda and nonagenda items.
CONSENT CALENDAR
RECOMMENDED ACTION: Approve staff recommendations on the following Consent Calendar Items: 2 through 16 and waive reading of all resolutions and ordinances.
2. Excused Absences
Department(s): City Clerk’s Office
Recommended Action: Excuse the absent members.
3. Minutes from the Regular Meeting of June 4, 2024
Department(s): City Clerk’s Office
Recommended Action: Approve minutes.
4. Appoint Neylen Adoni Muñoz Nominated by Councilmember Penaloza as the Ward 6 Representative to the Youth Commission for a Partial Term Expiring December 8, 2026 Department(s): City Clerk’s Office
Recommended Action: Appoint Neylen Adoni Muñoz to the Youth Commission as the Ward 6 representative and administer Oath of Office. (Pursuant to SAMC Sec. 2 326(a), requires five affirmative votes)
5. Approve Agreement with Elite Command Training for Training Services in the Amount of $279,890 for the Urban Areas Security Initiative Grant Program (NonGeneral Fund) Department(s): Police Department
Recommended Action: Authorize the City Manager to execute an agreement, with Elite Command Training to provide ongoing training deliverables to the Anaheim/Santa Ana Urban Area on an asneeded basis, for the threeyear period of June 18, 2024 through June 17, 2027, with two oneyear renewal options, in an amount not to exceed $279,890 (Agreement No. 2024XXX).
6. Approve Agreement with CDCE, Inc. for Mobile Data Communications Equipment and Installation Services (Spec No. 24064) (General Fund and NonGeneral Fund) Department(s): Police Department
Recommended Action: Authorize the City Manager to execute an agreement with CDCE, Inc. to provide mobile data communications equipment and installation services in an amount not to exceed $524,724 including a $25,000 contingency amount, for a term beginning June 18, 2024 and expiring June 17, 2029 (Agreement No. A2024XXX).
7. Approve an Agreement with Community SeniorServ, Inc. dba Meals On Wheels Orange County for the Senior Meals Program (General Fund)
Department(s): Parks, Recreation, and Community Services Recommended Action: Authorize the City Manager to execute an agreement with Community SeniorServ, Inc. dba Meals On Wheels Orange County for the Senior Meals Program in an amount of $90,300 for base services (Home Delivered Meals and Lunch Cafe Programs) and $9,700 for additional as needed services, for a total not to exceed amount of $100,000 for the period July 1, 2024 to June 30, 2025 to be funded by the General Fund (Agreement No. A2024XXX).
8. Approve an Agreement with Coach Max Corp and Elite Executive Charter, LLC to Provide Charter Bus Transportation Services (General Fund) Department(s): Parks, Recreation, and Community Services Recommended Action: Authorize the City Manager to execute aggregate agreements with Coach Max Corp and Elite Executive Charter, LLC to provide charter bus transportation for City programs and events for a term from July 1, 2024 through June 30, 2027, with two (2), one (1) year renewal options for a total amount, including extensions, nottoexceed $500,000 (General Fund) (Agreement Nos. A2024XXX and A2024XXX).
9. Adopt a Resolution and Approve an Appropriation Adjustment to Accept the State California Volunteers Award Agreement JP2017GFI
Department(s): Community Development Agency
Recommended Action:
1. Adopt a resolution to accept the State California Volunteers grant award, and authorize the City Manager to enter into State of California – Department of General Services, Standard Agreement No. JP2017GF1 (Grant Agreement) for $2,000,000 for the Youth Employment Project (Project).
RESOLUTION NO. 2024XXX entitled A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA ANA APPROVING THE ACCEPTANCE OF GRANT FUNDS FOR CALIFORNIA VOLUNTEERS 2023 #CALIFORNIANSFORALL YOUTH SERVICE CORPS THROUGH THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA FOR THE CITY OF SANTA ANA YOUTH EMPLOYMENT PROJECT
2. Authorize the City Manager, or designee, to conduct all negotiations, sign, and submit all documents, including, but not limited to applications, agreements, amendments, and payment requests, which may be necessary for the completion of the Project scope, including but not limited to agreements with contractors, consultants, and vendors detailed in Exhibit B Budget Detail of the Grant Agreement.
3. Approve an appropriation adjustment to recognize $2,000,000 in funds from ARPA CA FOR ALL YOUTH WDPState GrantDirect account (no. 1831800252025) and appropriating the same amount to expenditure account (no. 18318763various). (Requires five affirmative votes)
10. Adopt a Resolution Approving the City’s Annual Statement of Investment Policy 2024 2025; Receive and File Annual Statement of Investment Policy 20242025 Department(s): Finance and Management Services
Recommended Action: 1. Adopt a Resolution approving the City’s 20242025 Investment Policy.
RESOLUTION NO. 2024XXX entitled A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA ANA APPROVING THE CITY’S STATEMENT OF INVESTMENT POLICY
2. Receive and file the Annual Statement of Investment Policy 20242025.
11. Adopt a Resolution Establishing the Appropriations Limit of the City of Santa Ana for FY 202425
Department(s): Finance and Management Services
Recommended Action: Adopt a resolution establishing the appropriations limit of the City of Santa Ana for FY 202425, as required by state law.
RESOLUTION NO. 2024XXX entitled A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA ANA ESTABLISHING THE APPROPRIATION LIMIT OF THE CITY OF SANTA ANA FOR FISCAL YEAR 20242025
12. Adoption of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) Establishing the Terms and Conditions of Employment for Classifications Represented by the Santa Ana Police Officers Association (SAPOA) Effective January 1, 2024 through June 30, 2027, and Adoption of a Resolution Updating the Compensation and Salary Schedule of Sworn Classifications of the Santa Ana Police Management Association (SAPMA) Department(s): Human Resources
Recommended Action: 1. Authorize the City Manager to execute a Memorandum of Understanding with SAPOA regarding wages, hours, and other terms and conditions of employment effective January 1, 2024 through June 30, 2027, and authorize non substantive changes which may be necessary to implement the agreement (Agreement No. A2024XXX); and
2. Approve a Resolution updating the compensation and salary schedule for sworn classifications of the SAPMA.
RESOLUTION NO. 2024XXX entitled A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA ANA TO EFFECT CERTAIN CHANGES TO THE CITY’S CLASSIFICATION AND COMPENSATION PLAN
13. Adopt a Resolution Authorizing Ceremonial Street Naming of Virginia and William Guzman Way (General Fund)
Department(s): Public Works Agency
Recommended Action: 1. Adopt a resolution authorizing the Ceremonial Street Naming of Virginia and William Guzman Way along Santa Ana Boulevard from Pacific Avenue to Forest Avenue.
RESOLUTION NO. 2024XXX entitled A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA ANA DIRECTING AND AUTHORIZING A CEREMONIAL STREET NAME OF VIRGINIA AND WILLIAM GUZMAN WAY ALONG SANTA ANA BOULEVARD FROM PACIFIC AVENUE TO FOREST AVENUE
2. Direct Staff to install two ceremonial street signs along Santa Ana Boulevard at the intersections of Pacific Avenue and Forest Avenue.
14. Adopt a Resolution Authorizing Ceremonial Street Naming of Warren Bussey Square (General Fund)
Department(s): Public Works Agency
Recommended Action: 1. Adopt a resolution authorizing the Ceremonial Street Naming of Warren Bussey Square at the intersection of Pacific Avenue and Walnut Street.
RESOLUTION NO. 2024XXX entitled A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA ANA DIRECTING AND AUTHORIZING A CEREMONIAL STREET NAME OF WARREN BUSSEY SQUARE AT THE INTERSECTION OF PACIFIC AVENUE AND WALNUT STREET
2. Direct Staff to install two ceremonial street signs at the intersection of Pacific Avenue and Walnut Street.
15. Second Reading of the Local Resident Preference in Affordable Housing Ordinance First reading at the June 4, 2024 City Council meeting and approved by a vote of 70.
Published in the OC Reporter on June 10, 2024.
Department(s): Community Development Agency
Recommended Action: Conduct a second reading of the Local Resident Preference in Affordable Housing Ordinance to comply with the State of California Local Tenant Preferences to Prevent Displacement Act and codify the City’s existing local resident preference policy.
ORDINANCE NO. NS3066 entitled AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA ANA CREATING A NEW ARTICLE XXI IN CHAPTER 8 OF THE MUNICIPAL CODE TO CODIFY THE CITY’S LOCAL RESIDENT
PREFERENCE IN AFFORDABLE HOUSING (includes determination that the ordinance is not subject to the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) pursuant to Sections 15060(c)(2) because the activity will not result in a direct or reasonably foreseeable indirect physical change in the environment and 15060(c)(3) because the activity is not a project as defined in Section 15378 of the CEQA Guidelines)
16. Second Reading and Adoption of City Council Ordinance No. NS3067 Appropriating Monies to the Several Offices, Agencies, and Departments of the City of Santa Ana for the Fiscal Year Budget Period Commencing July 1, 2024 (REVISED) First reading at the June 4, 2024 City Council meeting and approved by a vote of 70.
Published in the OC Reporter on June 10, 2024.
Department(s): Finance and Management Services
Recommended Action: Approve the second reading and adopt Ordinance No. NS 3067 to appropriate monies to the several offices, agencies, and departments of the City for Fiscal Year 202425 (FY2425), which begins on July 1, 2024 and ends on June 30, 2025. (Requires five affirmative votes)
UNCODIFIED ORDINANCE NO. NS3067 entitled AN UNCODIFIED ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA ANA APPROPRIATING MONIES TO SEVERAL OFFICES, AGENCIES, AND DEPARTMENTS OF THE CITY FOR FISCAL YEAR BUDGET PERIOD COMMENCING JULY 1, 2024
**END OF CONSENT CALENDAR**
BUSINESS CALENDAR
17. Review of City Charter Amendments Concerning Rent Stabilization Ordinance and NonCitizen Voting and Resolutions Required to Submit to Voters at the November 5, 2024 Municipal Election Ballot Measures Relating to Proposed Charter Amendments Concerning Ethics Code, Capital Improvement Funds, City Clerk and City Attorney Authority, Civil Service, and Council Compensation
Department(s): City Attorney’s Office
Recommended Action: 1. Adopt a resolution giving notice of the City's General Municipal Election to be held in the City of Santa Ana on November 5, 2024 for the submission of questions to the voters relating to proposed amendments to the City Charter;
RESOLUTION NO. 2024XXX entitled A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA ANA GIVING NOTICE OF A GENERAL MUNICIPAL ELECTION TO BE HELD IN THE CITY OF SANTA ANA ON NOVEMBER 5, 2024 FOR THE SUBMISSION TO THE VOTERS OF QUESTIONS RELATING TO THE
AMENDMENT OF THE CITY CHARTER IN REGARD TO SECTIONS 401.5 (ETHICS CODE), 402 (COUNCIL COMPENSATION), 611 (CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT FUNDS), 702 (CITY CLERK AUTHORITY), 703 (CITY ATTORNEY AUTHORITY), 1002 (CIVIL SERVICE), AND 1103 (BONDS)
2. Adopt a resolution designating the ballot questions related to the proposed City Charter amendments;
RESOLUTION NO. 2024XXX entitled A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA ANA SETTING FORTH THE LANGUAGE OF BALLOT TITLES FOR CITY CHARTER AMENDMENTS REGARDING CLEANUP OF OBSOLETE SECTIONS, CIVIL SERVICE, ETHICS CODE, CITY CLERK AND CITY ATTORNEY AUTHORITY AND COUNCIL COMPENSATION TO BE INCLUDED ON THE BALLOT FOR THE 2024 GENERAL MUNICIPAL ELECTION
3. Review City Charter amendments concerning rent stabilization and just cause eviction ordinance and consider whether to adopt revised resolution; and RESOLUTION NO. 2024XXX entitled RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA ANA GIVING NOTICE OF A GENERAL MUNICIPAL ELECTION TO BE HELD IN THE CITY OF SANTA ANA ON NOVEMBER 5, 2024 FOR THE SUBMISSION OF A BALLOT MEASURE TO THE QUALIFIED VOTERS
PROPOSING A RENT STABILIZATION AND JUST CAUSE EVICTION ORDINANCE AND REQUESTING THE ORANGE COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS TO CONSOLIDATE THIS ELECTION WITH THE STATEWIDE GENERAL ELECTION
4. Review City Charter amendment concerning noncitizen voting and consider whether to adopt revised resolution.
RESOLUTION NO. 2024XXX entitled A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA ANA CALLING AND GIVING NOTICE OF A GENERAL MUNICIPAL ELECTION TO BE HELD IN THE CITY OF SANTA ANA ON NOVEMBER 5, 2024 FOR THE SUBMISSION OF A BALLOT MEASURE TO THE QUALIFIED VOTERS ASKING IF THE CITY OF SANTA ANA SHOULD PERMIT NONCITIZEN VOTING IN ALL CITY MUNICIPAL ELECTIONS
**END OF BUSINESS CALENDAR**
COUNCILMEMBER REQUESTED ITEMS
18. Discuss and Consider Providing Direction to the City Manager, City Clerk, and City Attorney to Prepare Necessary Documents to Propose a Cigarette Litter Abatement Tax – Councilmembers Hernandez and Vazquez (continued from the City Council meeting of June 4, 2024, Item No. 41)
19. Discuss and Consider Providing Direction to the City Manager on the Interest in Launching a Street Medicine Program with CalOptima – Mayor Amezcua CITY MANAGER 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.
1. June 1820, 2024 Councilmember Hernandez – NALEO 41 Annual Conference, Las Vegas, NV
2. June 1820, 2024 Councilmember Penaloza – NALEO 41 Annual Conference, Las Vegas, NV
3. June 1820, 2024 Councilmember Vazquez – NALEO 41 Annual Conference, Las Vegas, NV
4. June 1820, 2024 Mayor Amezcua – NALEO 41 Annual Conference, Las Vegas, NV ADJOURNMENT – Adjourn the City Council meeting.
Future Items
1. Digital Marquee Agreement
2. Ballot Measures Resolutions Providing for Arguments and Rebuttals
3. Public Hearing – OHDC/C&C Garden Court Apartments Amended and Restated Affordability Restrictions and TEFRA Resolution
4. Public Hearing (Successor Agency) – Resolution and Purchase and Sale Agreement for Acquisition of Real Property for Parking Lot
POSTING STATEMENT: On June 11, 2024, a true and correct copy of this agenda was posted at the entrance to City Hall, 20 Civic Center Plaza, Santa Ana, CA 92701. Internet Access to City Council, Agency, and Authority agendas and related material is available prior to meetings at santaana.org/agendasandminutes.
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June 18, 2024
TELECONFERENCE INFORMATION:
Pursuant to Government Code Section 54953(b), Mayor Amezcua and Councilmembers Penaloza and Vazquez will participate in the meeting via teleconference from Bellagio Las Vegas, 3600 Las Vegas Boulevard South, Las Vegas, NV 89109 (with the room number(s) posted in the conference center hallway). The Agenda will be posted at the teleconference location and any member of the public wishing to address the legislative body directly may do so at the teleconference location pursuant to Government Code Section 54954.3.
CLOSED SESSION MEETING – 4:30 PM
REGULAR OPEN MEETING – 5:30 PM
(Immediately following the Closed Session Meeting)
CITY COUNCIL CHAMBER
22 Civic Center Plaza Santa Ana, CA 92701
Valerie Amezcua
Mayor
Thai Viet Phan
Mayor Pro Tem – Ward 1
Benjamin Vazquez
Councilmember Ward 2
Jessie Lopez
Councilmember Ward 3
Phil Bacerra
Councilmember Ward 4
Johnathan Ryan Hernandez
Councilmember Ward 5
David Penaloza
Councilmember Ward 6
Mayor and Council telephone: 7146476900
Agenda item inquiries: 7146476520
Sonia R. Carvalho
City Attorney
Alvaro Nuñez
Acting City Manager
Jennifer L. Hall
City Clerk
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/agendasandminutes 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. As a courtesy to the public, 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 3.
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 City Clerk, 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 two (2) hours before the scheduled start 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 – As a courtesy, 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) 900 9128 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) agenda/general comments, iii) special agenda 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. 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 4:30 p.m. for Closed Session items and by 5:45 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 4:00 p.m. YOU MUST JOIN ZOOM OR THE CONFERENCE CALL and raise your hand BY 4:30 p.m. Speakers who are not in the speaker queue with their hand raised by 4:30 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 4:00 p.m. YOU MUST JOIN ZOOM OR THE CONFERENCE CALL and raise your hand PRIOR TO 5:45 p.m. Speakers who are not in the speaker queue with their hand raised by 5:45 p.m. will not be permitted to speak.
TRANSLATION SERVICES Spanish interpreting services are provided at City Council meetings. Simultaneous Spanish interpretation is provided through the use of headsets and consecutive interpretation (SpanishtoEnglish) in addition to those wishing to address the City Council at the podium.
La ciudad provee servicios de interpretación al español en las juntas del Consejo.
La interpretación simultánea al español se ofrece por medio del uso de audífonos y la interpretación consecutiva (español a inglés) también está disponible para cualquiera que desee dirigirse al consejo municipal en el podio.
About the Agenda
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TELECONFERENCE INFORMATION :
Pursuant to Government Code Section 54953(b), Mayor Amezcua and Councilmembers Penaloza and Vazquez will participate in the meeting via teleconference from Bellagio Las Vegas, 3600 Las Vegas Boulevard South, Las Vegas, NV 89109 (with the room number(s) posted in the conference center hallway). The Agenda will be posted at the teleconference location and any member of the public wishing to address the legislative body directly may do so at the teleconference location pursuant to Government Code Section 54954.3.
CLOSED SESSION
CALL TO ORDER
ATTENDANCE Council Members Phil Bacerra
Johnathan Ryan Hernandez
Jessie Lopez
David Penaloza
Benjamin Vazquez
Mayor Pro Tem Thai Viet Phan
Mayor Valerie Amezcua
Acting City Manager Alvaro Nuñez
City Attorney Sonia R. Carvalho
City Clerk Jennifer L. Hall
ROLL CALL
ADDITIONS\DELETIONS TO CLOSED SESSION
PUBLIC COMMENTS – Members of the public may address the City Council on Closed Session items.
RECESS – City Council will recess to Closed Session for the purpose of conducting regular City business.
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. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSELEXISTING LITIGATION pursuant to Paragraph (1) of subdivision (d) of Section 54956.9 of the Government Code:
A. James V. Lacy, United States Justice Foundation, California Public Policy Foundation, and Pasquale Talarico v. Jennifer Hall, in her official capacity as Santa Ana City Clerk and Bob Page, in his official capacity as Orange County Registrar of Voters, Orange County Superior Court, Case No. 30202401402208CUWMCJC
2. PUBLIC EMPLOYEE EMPLOYMENT/APPOINTMENT pursuant to Section 54957(b) (1) of the Government Code:
Title: City Manager
3. CONFERENCE WITH LABOR NEGOTIATOR pursuant to Government Code Section 54957.6(a):
Agency Designated Representative: Jacob Green, Greg Devereaux Unrepresented Employee: City Manager
RECONVENE – City Council will reconvene to continue regular City business.
TELECONFERENCE INFORMATION :
Pursuant to Government Code Section 54953(b), Mayor Amezcua and Councilmembers Penaloza and Vazquez will participate in the meeting via teleconference from Bellagio Las Vegas, 3600 Las Vegas Boulevard South, Las Vegas, NV 89109 (with the room number(s) posted in the conference center hallway). The Agenda will be posted at the teleconference location and any member of the public wishing to address the legislative body directly may do so at the teleconference location pursuant to Government Code Section 54954.3.
CITY COUNCIL REGULAR OPEN SESSION
CALL TO ORDER
ATTENDANCE Council Members Phil Bacerra
Johnathan Ryan Hernandez
Jessie Lopez
David Penaloza
Benjamin Vazquez
Mayor Pro Tem Thai Viet Phan
Mayor Valerie Amezcua
Acting City Manager Alvaro Nuñez
City Attorney Sonia R. Carvalho
City Clerk Jennifer L. Hall
ROLL CALL
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE Mayor Amezcua
WORDS OF INSPIRATION Police Chaplain
ADDITIONS\DELETIONS TO THE AGENDA
CEREMONIAL PRESENTATIONS
1. Certificate of Recognition presented by Councilmember Lopez to Union Trans GNC for their contributions to the community
CLOSED SESSION REPORT – The City Attorney will report on any action(s) from Closed Session.
PUBLIC COMMENTS – Public comments will be held during the beginning of the meeting for ALL comments on agenda and nonagenda items.
CONSENT CALENDAR
RECOMMENDED ACTION: Approve staff recommendations on the following Consent Calendar Items: 2 through 16 and waive reading of all resolutions and ordinances.
2. Excused Absences
Department(s): City Clerk’s Office
Recommended Action: Excuse the absent members.
3. Minutes from the Regular Meeting of June 4, 2024
Department(s): City Clerk’s Office
Recommended Action: Approve minutes.
4. Appoint Neylen Adoni Muñoz Nominated by Councilmember Penaloza as the Ward 6 Representative to the Youth Commission for a Partial Term Expiring December 8, 2026 Department(s): City Clerk’s Office
Recommended Action: Appoint Neylen Adoni Muñoz to the Youth Commission as the Ward 6 representative and administer Oath of Office. (Pursuant to SAMC Sec. 2 326(a), requires five affirmative votes)
5. Approve Agreement with Elite Command Training for Training Services in the Amount of $279,890 for the Urban Areas Security Initiative Grant Program (NonGeneral Fund) Department(s): Police Department
Recommended Action: Authorize the City Manager to execute an agreement, with Elite Command Training to provide ongoing training deliverables to the Anaheim/Santa Ana Urban Area on an asneeded basis, for the threeyear period of June 18, 2024 through June 17, 2027, with two oneyear renewal options, in an amount not to exceed $279,890 (Agreement No. 2024XXX).
6. Approve Agreement with CDCE, Inc. for Mobile Data Communications Equipment and Installation Services (Spec No. 24064) (General Fund and NonGeneral Fund) Department(s): Police Department
Recommended Action: Authorize the City Manager to execute an agreement with CDCE, Inc. to provide mobile data communications equipment and installation services in an amount not to exceed $524,724 including a $25,000 contingency amount, for a term beginning June 18, 2024 and expiring June 17, 2029 (Agreement No. A2024XXX).
7. Approve an Agreement with Community SeniorServ, Inc. dba Meals On Wheels Orange County for the Senior Meals Program (General Fund)
Department(s): Parks, Recreation, and Community Services Recommended Action: Authorize the City Manager to execute an agreement with Community SeniorServ, Inc. dba Meals On Wheels Orange County for the Senior Meals Program in an amount of $90,300 for base services (Home Delivered Meals and Lunch Cafe Programs) and $9,700 for additional as needed services, for a total not to exceed amount of $100,000 for the period July 1, 2024 to June 30, 2025 to be funded by the General Fund (Agreement No. A2024XXX).
8. Approve an Agreement with Coach Max Corp and Elite Executive Charter, LLC to Provide Charter Bus Transportation Services (General Fund) Department(s): Parks, Recreation, and Community Services Recommended Action: Authorize the City Manager to execute aggregate agreements with Coach Max Corp and Elite Executive Charter, LLC to provide charter bus transportation for City programs and events for a term from July 1, 2024 through June 30, 2027, with two (2), one (1) year renewal options for a total amount, including extensions, nottoexceed $500,000 (General Fund) (Agreement Nos. A2024XXX and A2024XXX).
9. Adopt a Resolution and Approve an Appropriation Adjustment to Accept the State California Volunteers Award Agreement JP2017GFI
Department(s): Community Development Agency
Recommended Action:
1. Adopt a resolution to accept the State California Volunteers grant award, and authorize the City Manager to enter into State of California – Department of General Services, Standard Agreement No. JP2017GF1 (Grant Agreement) for $2,000,000 for the Youth Employment Project (Project).
RESOLUTION NO. 2024XXX entitled A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA ANA APPROVING THE ACCEPTANCE OF GRANT FUNDS FOR CALIFORNIA VOLUNTEERS 2023 #CALIFORNIANSFORALL YOUTH SERVICE CORPS THROUGH THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA FOR THE CITY OF SANTA ANA YOUTH EMPLOYMENT PROJECT
2. Authorize the City Manager, or designee, to conduct all negotiations, sign, and submit all documents, including, but not limited to applications, agreements, amendments, and payment requests, which may be necessary for the completion of the Project scope, including but not limited to agreements with contractors, consultants, and vendors detailed in Exhibit B Budget Detail of the Grant Agreement.
3. Approve an appropriation adjustment to recognize $2,000,000 in funds from ARPA CA FOR ALL YOUTH WDPState GrantDirect account (no. 1831800252025) and appropriating the same amount to expenditure account (no. 18318763various). (Requires five affirmative votes)
10. Adopt a Resolution Approving the City’s Annual Statement of Investment Policy 2024 2025; Receive and File Annual Statement of Investment Policy 20242025 Department(s): Finance and Management Services
Recommended Action: 1. Adopt a Resolution approving the City’s 20242025 Investment Policy.
RESOLUTION NO. 2024XXX entitled A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA ANA APPROVING THE CITY’S STATEMENT OF INVESTMENT POLICY
2. Receive and file the Annual Statement of Investment Policy 20242025.
11. Adopt a Resolution Establishing the Appropriations Limit of the City of Santa Ana for FY 202425
Department(s): Finance and Management Services
Recommended Action: Adopt a resolution establishing the appropriations limit of the City of Santa Ana for FY 202425, as required by state law.
RESOLUTION NO. 2024XXX entitled A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA ANA ESTABLISHING THE APPROPRIATION LIMIT OF THE CITY OF SANTA ANA FOR FISCAL YEAR 20242025
12. Adoption of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) Establishing the Terms and Conditions of Employment for Classifications Represented by the Santa Ana Police Officers Association (SAPOA) Effective January 1, 2024 through June 30, 2027, and Adoption of a Resolution Updating the Compensation and Salary Schedule of Sworn Classifications of the Santa Ana Police Management Association (SAPMA) Department(s): Human Resources
Recommended Action: 1. Authorize the City Manager to execute a Memorandum of Understanding with SAPOA regarding wages, hours, and other terms and conditions of employment effective January 1, 2024 through June 30, 2027, and authorize non substantive changes which may be necessary to implement the agreement (Agreement No. A2024XXX); and
2. Approve a Resolution updating the compensation and salary schedule for sworn classifications of the SAPMA.
RESOLUTION NO. 2024XXX entitled A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA ANA TO EFFECT CERTAIN CHANGES TO THE CITY’S CLASSIFICATION AND COMPENSATION PLAN
13. Adopt a Resolution Authorizing Ceremonial Street Naming of Virginia and William Guzman Way (General Fund)
Department(s): Public Works Agency
Recommended Action: 1. Adopt a resolution authorizing the Ceremonial Street Naming of Virginia and William Guzman Way along Santa Ana Boulevard from Pacific Avenue to Forest Avenue.
RESOLUTION NO. 2024XXX entitled A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA ANA DIRECTING AND AUTHORIZING A CEREMONIAL STREET NAME OF VIRGINIA AND WILLIAM GUZMAN WAY ALONG SANTA ANA BOULEVARD FROM PACIFIC AVENUE TO FOREST AVENUE
2. Direct Staff to install two ceremonial street signs along Santa Ana Boulevard at the intersections of Pacific Avenue and Forest Avenue.
14. Adopt a Resolution Authorizing Ceremonial Street Naming of Warren Bussey Square (General Fund)
Department(s): Public Works Agency
Recommended Action: 1. Adopt a resolution authorizing the Ceremonial Street Naming of Warren Bussey Square at the intersection of Pacific Avenue and Walnut Street.
RESOLUTION NO. 2024XXX entitled A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA ANA DIRECTING AND AUTHORIZING A CEREMONIAL STREET NAME OF WARREN BUSSEY SQUARE AT THE INTERSECTION OF PACIFIC AVENUE AND WALNUT STREET
2. Direct Staff to install two ceremonial street signs at the intersection of Pacific Avenue and Walnut Street.
15. Second Reading of the Local Resident Preference in Affordable Housing Ordinance First reading at the June 4, 2024 City Council meeting and approved by a vote of 70.
Published in the OC Reporter on June 10, 2024.
Department(s): Community Development Agency
Recommended Action: Conduct a second reading of the Local Resident Preference in Affordable Housing Ordinance to comply with the State of California Local Tenant Preferences to Prevent Displacement Act and codify the City’s existing local resident preference policy.
ORDINANCE NO. NS3066 entitled AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA ANA CREATING A NEW ARTICLE XXI IN CHAPTER 8 OF THE MUNICIPAL CODE TO CODIFY THE CITY’S LOCAL RESIDENT
PREFERENCE IN AFFORDABLE HOUSING (includes determination that the ordinance is not subject to the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) pursuant to Sections 15060(c)(2) because the activity will not result in a direct or reasonably foreseeable indirect physical change in the environment and 15060(c)(3) because the activity is not a project as defined in Section 15378 of the CEQA Guidelines)
16. Second Reading and Adoption of City Council Ordinance No. NS3067 Appropriating Monies to the Several Offices, Agencies, and Departments of the City of Santa Ana for the Fiscal Year Budget Period Commencing July 1, 2024 (REVISED) First reading at the June 4, 2024 City Council meeting and approved by a vote of 70.
Published in the OC Reporter on June 10, 2024.
Department(s): Finance and Management Services
Recommended Action: Approve the second reading and adopt Ordinance No. NS 3067 to appropriate monies to the several offices, agencies, and departments of the City for Fiscal Year 202425 (FY2425), which begins on July 1, 2024 and ends on June 30, 2025. (Requires five affirmative votes)
UNCODIFIED ORDINANCE NO. NS3067 entitled AN UNCODIFIED ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA ANA APPROPRIATING MONIES TO SEVERAL OFFICES, AGENCIES, AND DEPARTMENTS OF THE CITY FOR FISCAL YEAR BUDGET PERIOD COMMENCING JULY 1, 2024
**END OF CONSENT CALENDAR**
BUSINESS CALENDAR
17. Review of City Charter Amendments Concerning Rent Stabilization Ordinance and NonCitizen Voting and Resolutions Required to Submit to Voters at the November 5, 2024 Municipal Election Ballot Measures Relating to Proposed Charter Amendments Concerning Ethics Code, Capital Improvement Funds, City Clerk and City Attorney Authority, Civil Service, and Council Compensation
Department(s): City Attorney’s Office
Recommended Action: 1. Adopt a resolution giving notice of the City's General Municipal Election to be held in the City of Santa Ana on November 5, 2024 for the submission of questions to the voters relating to proposed amendments to the City Charter;
RESOLUTION NO. 2024XXX entitled A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA ANA GIVING NOTICE OF A GENERAL MUNICIPAL ELECTION TO BE HELD IN THE CITY OF SANTA ANA ON NOVEMBER 5, 2024 FOR THE SUBMISSION TO THE VOTERS OF QUESTIONS RELATING TO THE
AMENDMENT OF THE CITY CHARTER IN REGARD TO SECTIONS 401.5 (ETHICS CODE), 402 (COUNCIL COMPENSATION), 611 (CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT FUNDS), 702 (CITY CLERK AUTHORITY), 703 (CITY ATTORNEY AUTHORITY), 1002 (CIVIL SERVICE), AND 1103 (BONDS)
2. Adopt a resolution designating the ballot questions related to the proposed City Charter amendments;
RESOLUTION NO. 2024XXX entitled A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA ANA SETTING FORTH THE LANGUAGE OF BALLOT TITLES FOR CITY CHARTER AMENDMENTS REGARDING CLEANUP OF OBSOLETE SECTIONS, CIVIL SERVICE, ETHICS CODE, CITY CLERK AND CITY ATTORNEY AUTHORITY AND COUNCIL COMPENSATION TO BE INCLUDED ON THE BALLOT FOR THE 2024 GENERAL MUNICIPAL ELECTION
3. Review City Charter amendments concerning rent stabilization and just cause eviction ordinance and consider whether to adopt revised resolution; and RESOLUTION NO. 2024XXX entitled RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA ANA GIVING NOTICE OF A GENERAL MUNICIPAL ELECTION TO BE HELD IN THE CITY OF SANTA ANA ON NOVEMBER 5, 2024 FOR THE SUBMISSION OF A BALLOT MEASURE TO THE QUALIFIED VOTERS
PROPOSING A RENT STABILIZATION AND JUST CAUSE EVICTION ORDINANCE AND REQUESTING THE ORANGE COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS TO CONSOLIDATE THIS ELECTION WITH THE STATEWIDE GENERAL ELECTION
4. Review City Charter amendment concerning noncitizen voting and consider whether to adopt revised resolution.
RESOLUTION NO. 2024XXX entitled A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA ANA CALLING AND GIVING NOTICE OF A GENERAL MUNICIPAL ELECTION TO BE HELD IN THE CITY OF SANTA ANA ON NOVEMBER 5, 2024 FOR THE SUBMISSION OF A BALLOT MEASURE TO THE QUALIFIED VOTERS ASKING IF THE CITY OF SANTA ANA SHOULD PERMIT NONCITIZEN VOTING IN ALL CITY MUNICIPAL ELECTIONS
**END OF BUSINESS CALENDAR**
COUNCILMEMBER REQUESTED ITEMS
18. Discuss and Consider Providing Direction to the City Manager, City Clerk, and City Attorney to Prepare Necessary Documents to Propose a Cigarette Litter Abatement Tax – Councilmembers Hernandez and Vazquez (continued from the City Council meeting of June 4, 2024, Item No. 41)
19. Discuss and Consider Providing Direction to the City Manager on the Interest in Launching a Street Medicine Program with CalOptima – Mayor Amezcua CITY MANAGER 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.
1. June 1820, 2024 Councilmember Hernandez – NALEO 41 Annual Conference, Las Vegas, NV
2. June 1820, 2024 Councilmember Penaloza – NALEO 41 Annual Conference, Las Vegas, NV
3. June 1820, 2024 Councilmember Vazquez – NALEO 41 Annual Conference, Las Vegas, NV
4. June 1820, 2024 Mayor Amezcua – NALEO 41 Annual Conference, Las Vegas, NV ADJOURNMENT – Adjourn the City Council meeting.
Future Items
1. Digital Marquee Agreement
2. Ballot Measures Resolutions Providing for Arguments and Rebuttals
3. Public Hearing – OHDC/C&C Garden Court Apartments Amended and Restated Affordability Restrictions and TEFRA Resolution
4. Public Hearing (Successor Agency) – Resolution and Purchase and Sale Agreement for Acquisition of Real Property for Parking Lot
POSTING STATEMENT: On June 11, 2024, a true and correct copy of this agenda was posted at the entrance to City Hall, 20 Civic Center Plaza, Santa Ana, CA 92701. Internet Access to City Council, Agency, and Authority agendas and related material is available prior to meetings at santaana.org/agendasandminutes.
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TELECONFERENCE INFORMATION:
Pursuant to Government Code Section 54953(b), Mayor Amezcua and Councilmembers Penaloza and Vazquez will participate in the meeting via teleconference from Bellagio Las Vegas, 3600 Las Vegas Boulevard South, Las Vegas, NV 89109 (with the room number(s) posted in the conference center hallway). The Agenda will be posted at the teleconference location and any member of the public wishing to address the legislative body directly may do so at the teleconference location pursuant to Government Code Section 54954.3.
CLOSED SESSION MEETING – 4:30 PM
REGULAR OPEN MEETING – 5:30 PM
(Immediately following the Closed Session Meeting)
CITY COUNCIL CHAMBER
22 Civic Center Plaza Santa Ana, CA 92701
Valerie Amezcua
Mayor
Thai Viet Phan
Mayor Pro Tem – Ward 1
Benjamin Vazquez
Councilmember Ward 2
Jessie Lopez
Councilmember Ward 3
Phil Bacerra
Councilmember Ward 4
Johnathan Ryan Hernandez
Councilmember Ward 5
David Penaloza
Councilmember Ward 6
Mayor and Council telephone: 7146476900
Agenda item inquiries: 7146476520
Sonia R. Carvalho
City Attorney
Alvaro Nuñez
Acting City Manager
Jennifer L. Hall
City Clerk
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/agendasandminutes 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. As a courtesy to the public, 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 3.
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 City Clerk, 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 two (2) hours before the scheduled start 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 – As a courtesy, 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) 900 9128 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) agenda/general comments, iii) special agenda 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. 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 4:30 p.m. for Closed Session items and by 5:45 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 4:00 p.m. YOU MUST JOIN ZOOM OR THE CONFERENCE CALL and raise your hand BY 4:30 p.m. Speakers who are not in the speaker queue with their hand raised by 4:30 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 4:00 p.m. YOU MUST JOIN ZOOM OR THE CONFERENCE CALL and raise your hand PRIOR TO 5:45 p.m. Speakers who are not in the speaker queue with their hand raised by 5:45 p.m. will not be permitted to speak.
TRANSLATION SERVICES Spanish interpreting services are provided at City Council meetings. Simultaneous Spanish interpretation is provided through the use of headsets and consecutive interpretation (SpanishtoEnglish) in addition to those wishing to address the City Council at the podium.
La ciudad provee servicios de interpretación al español en las juntas del Consejo.
La interpretación simultánea al español se ofrece por medio del uso de audífonos y la interpretación consecutiva (español a inglés) también está disponible para cualquiera que desee dirigirse al consejo municipal en el podio.
About the Agenda
To download or view the attachments (staff report and other supporting documentation) for each agenda item, you must select the agenda item to see the attachments to either open in a new link (the eyeball
) or download a pdf (the cloud symbol with the down arrow ).
TELECONFERENCE INFORMATION :
Pursuant to Government Code Section 54953(b), Mayor Amezcua and Councilmembers Penaloza and Vazquez will participate in the meeting via teleconference from Bellagio Las Vegas, 3600 Las Vegas Boulevard South, Las Vegas, NV 89109 (with the room number(s) posted in the conference center hallway). The Agenda will be posted at the teleconference location and any member of the public wishing to address the legislative body directly may do so at the teleconference location pursuant to Government Code Section 54954.3.
CLOSED SESSION
CALL TO ORDER
ATTENDANCE Council Members Phil Bacerra
Johnathan Ryan Hernandez
Jessie Lopez
David Penaloza
Benjamin Vazquez
Mayor Pro Tem Thai Viet Phan
Mayor Valerie Amezcua
Acting City Manager Alvaro Nuñez
City Attorney Sonia R. Carvalho
City Clerk Jennifer L. Hall
ROLL CALL
ADDITIONS\DELETIONS TO CLOSED SESSION
PUBLIC COMMENTS – Members of the public may address the City Council on Closed Session items.
RECESS – City Council will recess to Closed Session for the purpose of conducting regular City business.
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. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSELEXISTING LITIGATION pursuant to Paragraph (1) of subdivision (d) of Section 54956.9 of the Government Code:
A. James V. Lacy, United States Justice Foundation, California Public Policy Foundation, and Pasquale Talarico v. Jennifer Hall, in her official capacity as Santa Ana City Clerk and Bob Page, in his official capacity as Orange County Registrar of Voters, Orange County Superior Court, Case No. 30202401402208CUWMCJC
2. PUBLIC EMPLOYEE EMPLOYMENT/APPOINTMENT pursuant to Section 54957(b) (1) of the Government Code:
Title: City Manager
3. CONFERENCE WITH LABOR NEGOTIATOR pursuant to Government Code Section 54957.6(a):
Agency Designated Representative: Jacob Green, Greg Devereaux Unrepresented Employee: City Manager
RECONVENE – City Council will reconvene to continue regular City business.
TELECONFERENCE INFORMATION :
Pursuant to Government Code Section 54953(b), Mayor Amezcua and Councilmembers Penaloza and Vazquez will participate in the meeting via teleconference from Bellagio Las Vegas, 3600 Las Vegas Boulevard South, Las Vegas, NV 89109 (with the room number(s) posted in the conference center hallway). The Agenda will be posted at the teleconference location and any member of the public wishing to address the legislative body directly may do so at the teleconference location pursuant to Government Code Section 54954.3.
CITY COUNCIL REGULAR OPEN SESSION
CALL TO ORDER
ATTENDANCE Council Members Phil Bacerra
Johnathan Ryan Hernandez
Jessie Lopez
David Penaloza
Benjamin Vazquez
Mayor Pro Tem Thai Viet Phan
Mayor Valerie Amezcua
Acting City Manager Alvaro Nuñez
City Attorney Sonia R. Carvalho
City Clerk Jennifer L. Hall
ROLL CALL
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE Mayor Amezcua
WORDS OF INSPIRATION Police Chaplain
ADDITIONS\DELETIONS TO THE AGENDA
CEREMONIAL PRESENTATIONS
1. Certificate of Recognition presented by Councilmember Lopez to Union Trans GNC for their contributions to the community
CLOSED SESSION REPORT – The City Attorney will report on any action(s) from Closed Session.
PUBLIC COMMENTS – Public comments will be held during the beginning of the meeting for ALL comments on agenda and nonagenda items.
CONSENT CALENDAR
RECOMMENDED ACTION: Approve staff recommendations on the following Consent Calendar Items: 2 through 16 and waive reading of all resolutions and ordinances.
2. Excused Absences
Department(s): City Clerk’s Office
Recommended Action: Excuse the absent members.
3. Minutes from the Regular Meeting of June 4, 2024
Department(s): City Clerk’s Office
Recommended Action: Approve minutes.
4. Appoint Neylen Adoni Muñoz Nominated by Councilmember Penaloza as the Ward 6 Representative to the Youth Commission for a Partial Term Expiring December 8, 2026 Department(s): City Clerk’s Office
Recommended Action: Appoint Neylen Adoni Muñoz to the Youth Commission as the Ward 6 representative and administer Oath of Office. (Pursuant to SAMC Sec. 2 326(a), requires five affirmative votes)
5. Approve Agreement with Elite Command Training for Training Services in the Amount of $279,890 for the Urban Areas Security Initiative Grant Program (NonGeneral Fund) Department(s): Police Department
Recommended Action: Authorize the City Manager to execute an agreement, with Elite Command Training to provide ongoing training deliverables to the Anaheim/Santa Ana Urban Area on an asneeded basis, for the threeyear period of June 18, 2024 through June 17, 2027, with two oneyear renewal options, in an amount not to exceed $279,890 (Agreement No. 2024XXX).
6. Approve Agreement with CDCE, Inc. for Mobile Data Communications Equipment and Installation Services (Spec No. 24064) (General Fund and NonGeneral Fund) Department(s): Police Department
Recommended Action: Authorize the City Manager to execute an agreement with CDCE, Inc. to provide mobile data communications equipment and installation services in an amount not to exceed $524,724 including a $25,000 contingency amount, for a term beginning June 18, 2024 and expiring June 17, 2029 (Agreement No. A2024XXX).
7. Approve an Agreement with Community SeniorServ, Inc. dba Meals On Wheels Orange County for the Senior Meals Program (General Fund)
Department(s): Parks, Recreation, and Community Services Recommended Action: Authorize the City Manager to execute an agreement with Community SeniorServ, Inc. dba Meals On Wheels Orange County for the Senior Meals Program in an amount of $90,300 for base services (Home Delivered Meals and Lunch Cafe Programs) and $9,700 for additional as needed services, for a total not to exceed amount of $100,000 for the period July 1, 2024 to June 30, 2025 to be funded by the General Fund (Agreement No. A2024XXX).
8. Approve an Agreement with Coach Max Corp and Elite Executive Charter, LLC to Provide Charter Bus Transportation Services (General Fund) Department(s): Parks, Recreation, and Community Services Recommended Action: Authorize the City Manager to execute aggregate agreements with Coach Max Corp and Elite Executive Charter, LLC to provide charter bus transportation for City programs and events for a term from July 1, 2024 through June 30, 2027, with two (2), one (1) year renewal options for a total amount, including extensions, nottoexceed $500,000 (General Fund) (Agreement Nos. A2024XXX and A2024XXX).
9. Adopt a Resolution and Approve an Appropriation Adjustment to Accept the State California Volunteers Award Agreement JP2017GFI
Department(s): Community Development Agency
Recommended Action:
1. Adopt a resolution to accept the State California Volunteers grant award, and authorize the City Manager to enter into State of California – Department of General Services, Standard Agreement No. JP2017GF1 (Grant Agreement) for $2,000,000 for the Youth Employment Project (Project).
RESOLUTION NO. 2024XXX entitled A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA ANA APPROVING THE ACCEPTANCE OF GRANT FUNDS FOR CALIFORNIA VOLUNTEERS 2023 #CALIFORNIANSFORALL YOUTH SERVICE CORPS THROUGH THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA FOR THE CITY OF SANTA ANA YOUTH EMPLOYMENT PROJECT
2. Authorize the City Manager, or designee, to conduct all negotiations, sign, and submit all documents, including, but not limited to applications, agreements, amendments, and payment requests, which may be necessary for the completion of the Project scope, including but not limited to agreements with contractors, consultants, and vendors detailed in Exhibit B Budget Detail of the Grant Agreement.
3. Approve an appropriation adjustment to recognize $2,000,000 in funds from ARPA CA FOR ALL YOUTH WDPState GrantDirect account (no. 1831800252025) and appropriating the same amount to expenditure account (no. 18318763various). (Requires five affirmative votes)
10. Adopt a Resolution Approving the City’s Annual Statement of Investment Policy 2024 2025; Receive and File Annual Statement of Investment Policy 20242025 Department(s): Finance and Management Services
Recommended Action: 1. Adopt a Resolution approving the City’s 20242025 Investment Policy.
RESOLUTION NO. 2024XXX entitled A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA ANA APPROVING THE CITY’S STATEMENT OF INVESTMENT POLICY
2. Receive and file the Annual Statement of Investment Policy 20242025.
11. Adopt a Resolution Establishing the Appropriations Limit of the City of Santa Ana for FY 202425
Department(s): Finance and Management Services
Recommended Action: Adopt a resolution establishing the appropriations limit of the City of Santa Ana for FY 202425, as required by state law.
RESOLUTION NO. 2024XXX entitled A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA ANA ESTABLISHING THE APPROPRIATION LIMIT OF THE CITY OF SANTA ANA FOR FISCAL YEAR 20242025
12. Adoption of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) Establishing the Terms and Conditions of Employment for Classifications Represented by the Santa Ana Police Officers Association (SAPOA) Effective January 1, 2024 through June 30, 2027, and Adoption of a Resolution Updating the Compensation and Salary Schedule of Sworn Classifications of the Santa Ana Police Management Association (SAPMA) Department(s): Human Resources
Recommended Action: 1. Authorize the City Manager to execute a Memorandum of Understanding with SAPOA regarding wages, hours, and other terms and conditions of employment effective January 1, 2024 through June 30, 2027, and authorize non substantive changes which may be necessary to implement the agreement (Agreement No. A2024XXX); and
2. Approve a Resolution updating the compensation and salary schedule for sworn classifications of the SAPMA.
RESOLUTION NO. 2024XXX entitled A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA ANA TO EFFECT CERTAIN CHANGES TO THE CITY’S CLASSIFICATION AND COMPENSATION PLAN
13. Adopt a Resolution Authorizing Ceremonial Street Naming of Virginia and William Guzman Way (General Fund)
Department(s): Public Works Agency
Recommended Action: 1. Adopt a resolution authorizing the Ceremonial Street Naming of Virginia and William Guzman Way along Santa Ana Boulevard from Pacific Avenue to Forest Avenue.
RESOLUTION NO. 2024XXX entitled A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA ANA DIRECTING AND AUTHORIZING A CEREMONIAL STREET NAME OF VIRGINIA AND WILLIAM GUZMAN WAY ALONG SANTA ANA BOULEVARD FROM PACIFIC AVENUE TO FOREST AVENUE
2. Direct Staff to install two ceremonial street signs along Santa Ana Boulevard at the intersections of Pacific Avenue and Forest Avenue.
14. Adopt a Resolution Authorizing Ceremonial Street Naming of Warren Bussey Square (General Fund)
Department(s): Public Works Agency
Recommended Action: 1. Adopt a resolution authorizing the Ceremonial Street Naming of Warren Bussey Square at the intersection of Pacific Avenue and Walnut Street.
RESOLUTION NO. 2024XXX entitled A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA ANA DIRECTING AND AUTHORIZING A CEREMONIAL STREET NAME OF WARREN BUSSEY SQUARE AT THE INTERSECTION OF PACIFIC AVENUE AND WALNUT STREET
2. Direct Staff to install two ceremonial street signs at the intersection of Pacific Avenue and Walnut Street.
15. Second Reading of the Local Resident Preference in Affordable Housing Ordinance First reading at the June 4, 2024 City Council meeting and approved by a vote of 70.
Published in the OC Reporter on June 10, 2024.
Department(s): Community Development Agency
Recommended Action: Conduct a second reading of the Local Resident Preference in Affordable Housing Ordinance to comply with the State of California Local Tenant Preferences to Prevent Displacement Act and codify the City’s existing local resident preference policy.
ORDINANCE NO. NS3066 entitled AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA ANA CREATING A NEW ARTICLE XXI IN CHAPTER 8 OF THE MUNICIPAL CODE TO CODIFY THE CITY’S LOCAL RESIDENT
PREFERENCE IN AFFORDABLE HOUSING (includes determination that the ordinance is not subject to the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) pursuant to Sections 15060(c)(2) because the activity will not result in a direct or reasonably foreseeable indirect physical change in the environment and 15060(c)(3) because the activity is not a project as defined in Section 15378 of the CEQA Guidelines)
16. Second Reading and Adoption of City Council Ordinance No. NS3067 Appropriating Monies to the Several Offices, Agencies, and Departments of the City of Santa Ana for the Fiscal Year Budget Period Commencing July 1, 2024 (REVISED) First reading at the June 4, 2024 City Council meeting and approved by a vote of 70.
Published in the OC Reporter on June 10, 2024.
Department(s): Finance and Management Services
Recommended Action: Approve the second reading and adopt Ordinance No. NS 3067 to appropriate monies to the several offices, agencies, and departments of the City for Fiscal Year 202425 (FY2425), which begins on July 1, 2024 and ends on June 30, 2025. (Requires five affirmative votes)
UNCODIFIED ORDINANCE NO. NS3067 entitled AN UNCODIFIED ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA ANA APPROPRIATING MONIES TO SEVERAL OFFICES, AGENCIES, AND DEPARTMENTS OF THE CITY FOR FISCAL YEAR BUDGET PERIOD COMMENCING JULY 1, 2024
**END OF CONSENT CALENDAR**
BUSINESS CALENDAR
17. Review of City Charter Amendments Concerning Rent Stabilization Ordinance and NonCitizen Voting and Resolutions Required to Submit to Voters at the November 5, 2024 Municipal Election Ballot Measures Relating to Proposed Charter Amendments Concerning Ethics Code, Capital Improvement Funds, City Clerk and City Attorney Authority, Civil Service, and Council Compensation
Department(s): City Attorney’s Office
Recommended Action: 1. Adopt a resolution giving notice of the City's General Municipal Election to be held in the City of Santa Ana on November 5, 2024 for the submission of questions to the voters relating to proposed amendments to the City Charter;
RESOLUTION NO. 2024XXX entitled A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA ANA GIVING NOTICE OF A GENERAL MUNICIPAL ELECTION TO BE HELD IN THE CITY OF SANTA ANA ON NOVEMBER 5, 2024 FOR THE SUBMISSION TO THE VOTERS OF QUESTIONS RELATING TO THE
AMENDMENT OF THE CITY CHARTER IN REGARD TO SECTIONS 401.5 (ETHICS CODE), 402 (COUNCIL COMPENSATION), 611 (CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT FUNDS), 702 (CITY CLERK AUTHORITY), 703 (CITY ATTORNEY AUTHORITY), 1002 (CIVIL SERVICE), AND 1103 (BONDS)
2. Adopt a resolution designating the ballot questions related to the proposed City Charter amendments;
RESOLUTION NO. 2024XXX entitled A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA ANA SETTING FORTH THE LANGUAGE OF BALLOT TITLES FOR CITY CHARTER AMENDMENTS REGARDING CLEANUP OF OBSOLETE SECTIONS, CIVIL SERVICE, ETHICS CODE, CITY CLERK AND CITY ATTORNEY AUTHORITY AND COUNCIL COMPENSATION TO BE INCLUDED ON THE BALLOT FOR THE 2024 GENERAL MUNICIPAL ELECTION
3. Review City Charter amendments concerning rent stabilization and just cause eviction ordinance and consider whether to adopt revised resolution; and RESOLUTION NO. 2024XXX entitled RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA ANA GIVING NOTICE OF A GENERAL MUNICIPAL ELECTION TO BE HELD IN THE CITY OF SANTA ANA ON NOVEMBER 5, 2024 FOR THE SUBMISSION OF A BALLOT MEASURE TO THE QUALIFIED VOTERS
PROPOSING A RENT STABILIZATION AND JUST CAUSE EVICTION ORDINANCE AND REQUESTING THE ORANGE COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS TO CONSOLIDATE THIS ELECTION WITH THE STATEWIDE GENERAL ELECTION
4. Review City Charter amendment concerning noncitizen voting and consider whether to adopt revised resolution.
RESOLUTION NO. 2024XXX entitled A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA ANA CALLING AND GIVING NOTICE OF A GENERAL MUNICIPAL ELECTION TO BE HELD IN THE CITY OF SANTA ANA ON NOVEMBER 5, 2024 FOR THE SUBMISSION OF A BALLOT MEASURE TO THE QUALIFIED VOTERS ASKING IF THE CITY OF SANTA ANA SHOULD PERMIT NONCITIZEN VOTING IN ALL CITY MUNICIPAL ELECTIONS
**END OF BUSINESS CALENDAR**
COUNCILMEMBER REQUESTED ITEMS
18. Discuss and Consider Providing Direction to the City Manager, City Clerk, and City Attorney to Prepare Necessary Documents to Propose a Cigarette Litter Abatement Tax – Councilmembers Hernandez and Vazquez (continued from the City Council meeting of June 4, 2024, Item No. 41)
19. Discuss and Consider Providing Direction to the City Manager on the Interest in Launching a Street Medicine Program with CalOptima – Mayor Amezcua CITY MANAGER 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.
1. June 1820, 2024 Councilmember Hernandez – NALEO 41 Annual Conference, Las Vegas, NV
2. June 1820, 2024 Councilmember Penaloza – NALEO 41 Annual Conference, Las Vegas, NV
3. June 1820, 2024 Councilmember Vazquez – NALEO 41 Annual Conference, Las Vegas, NV
4. June 1820, 2024 Mayor Amezcua – NALEO 41 Annual Conference, Las Vegas, NV ADJOURNMENT – Adjourn the City Council meeting.
Future Items
1. Digital Marquee Agreement
2. Ballot Measures Resolutions Providing for Arguments and Rebuttals
3. Public Hearing – OHDC/C&C Garden Court Apartments Amended and Restated Affordability Restrictions and TEFRA Resolution
4. Public Hearing (Successor Agency) – Resolution and Purchase and Sale Agreement for Acquisition of Real Property for Parking Lot
POSTING STATEMENT: On June 11, 2024, a true and correct copy of this agenda was posted at the entrance to City Hall, 20 Civic Center Plaza, Santa Ana, CA 92701. Internet Access to City Council, Agency, and Authority agendas and related material is available prior to meetings at santaana.org/agendasandminutes.
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TELECONFERENCE INFORMATION:
Pursuant to Government Code Section 54953(b), Mayor Amezcua and Councilmembers Penaloza and Vazquez will participate in the meeting via teleconference from Bellagio Las Vegas, 3600 Las Vegas Boulevard South, Las Vegas, NV 89109 (with the room number(s) posted in the conference center hallway). The Agenda will be posted at the teleconference location and any member of the public wishing to address the legislative body directly may do so at the teleconference location pursuant to Government Code Section 54954.3.
CLOSED SESSION MEETING – 4:30 PM
REGULAR OPEN MEETING – 5:30 PM
(Immediately following the Closed Session Meeting)
CITY COUNCIL CHAMBER
22 Civic Center Plaza Santa Ana, CA 92701
Valerie Amezcua
Mayor
Thai Viet Phan
Mayor Pro Tem – Ward 1
Benjamin Vazquez
Councilmember Ward 2
Jessie Lopez
Councilmember Ward 3
Phil Bacerra
Councilmember Ward 4
Johnathan Ryan Hernandez
Councilmember Ward 5
David Penaloza
Councilmember Ward 6
Mayor and Council telephone: 7146476900
Agenda item inquiries: 7146476520
Sonia R. Carvalho
City Attorney
Alvaro Nuñez
Acting City Manager
Jennifer L. Hall
City Clerk
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/agendasandminutes 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. As a courtesy to the public, 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 3.
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 City Clerk, 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 two (2) hours before the scheduled start 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 – As a courtesy, 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) 900 9128 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) agenda/general comments, iii) special agenda 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. 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 4:30 p.m. for Closed Session items and by 5:45 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 4:00 p.m. YOU MUST JOIN ZOOM OR THE CONFERENCE CALL and raise your hand BY 4:30 p.m. Speakers who are not in the speaker queue with their hand raised by 4:30 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 4:00 p.m. YOU MUST JOIN ZOOM OR THE CONFERENCE CALL and raise your hand PRIOR TO 5:45 p.m. Speakers who are not in the speaker queue with their hand raised by 5:45 p.m. will not be permitted to speak.
TRANSLATION SERVICES Spanish interpreting services are provided at City Council meetings. Simultaneous Spanish interpretation is provided through the use of headsets and consecutive interpretation (SpanishtoEnglish) in addition to those wishing to address the City Council at the podium.
La ciudad provee servicios de interpretación al español en las juntas del Consejo.
La interpretación simultánea al español se ofrece por medio del uso de audífonos y la interpretación consecutiva (español a inglés) también está disponible para cualquiera que desee dirigirse al consejo municipal en el podio.
About the Agenda
To download or view the attachments (staff report and other supporting documentation) for each agenda item, you must select the agenda item to see the attachments to either open in a new link (the eyeball
) or download a pdf (the cloud symbol with the down arrow ).
TELECONFERENCE INFORMATION :
Pursuant to Government Code Section 54953(b), Mayor Amezcua and Councilmembers Penaloza and Vazquez will participate in the meeting via teleconference from Bellagio Las Vegas, 3600 Las Vegas Boulevard South, Las Vegas, NV 89109 (with the room number(s) posted in the conference center hallway). The Agenda will be posted at the teleconference location and any member of the public wishing to address the legislative body directly may do so at the teleconference location pursuant to Government Code Section 54954.3.
CLOSED SESSION
CALL TO ORDER
ATTENDANCE Council Members Phil Bacerra
Johnathan Ryan Hernandez
Jessie Lopez
David Penaloza
Benjamin Vazquez
Mayor Pro Tem Thai Viet Phan
Mayor Valerie Amezcua
Acting City Manager Alvaro Nuñez
City Attorney Sonia R. Carvalho
City Clerk Jennifer L. Hall
ROLL CALL
ADDITIONS\DELETIONS TO CLOSED SESSION
PUBLIC COMMENTS – Members of the public may address the City Council on Closed Session items.
RECESS – City Council will recess to Closed Session for the purpose of conducting regular City business.
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. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSELEXISTING LITIGATION pursuant to Paragraph (1) of subdivision (d) of Section 54956.9 of the Government Code:
A. James V. Lacy, United States Justice Foundation, California Public Policy Foundation, and Pasquale Talarico v. Jennifer Hall, in her official capacity as Santa Ana City Clerk and Bob Page, in his official capacity as Orange County Registrar of Voters, Orange County Superior Court, Case No. 30202401402208CUWMCJC
2. PUBLIC EMPLOYEE EMPLOYMENT/APPOINTMENT pursuant to Section 54957(b) (1) of the Government Code:
Title: City Manager
3. CONFERENCE WITH LABOR NEGOTIATOR pursuant to Government Code Section 54957.6(a):
Agency Designated Representative: Jacob Green, Greg Devereaux Unrepresented Employee: City Manager
RECONVENE – City Council will reconvene to continue regular City business.
TELECONFERENCE INFORMATION :
Pursuant to Government Code Section 54953(b), Mayor Amezcua and Councilmembers Penaloza and Vazquez will participate in the meeting via teleconference from Bellagio Las Vegas, 3600 Las Vegas Boulevard South, Las Vegas, NV 89109 (with the room number(s) posted in the conference center hallway). The Agenda will be posted at the teleconference location and any member of the public wishing to address the legislative body directly may do so at the teleconference location pursuant to Government Code Section 54954.3.
CITY COUNCIL REGULAR OPEN SESSION
CALL TO ORDER
ATTENDANCE Council Members Phil Bacerra
Johnathan Ryan Hernandez
Jessie Lopez
David Penaloza
Benjamin Vazquez
Mayor Pro Tem Thai Viet Phan
Mayor Valerie Amezcua
Acting City Manager Alvaro Nuñez
City Attorney Sonia R. Carvalho
City Clerk Jennifer L. Hall
ROLL CALL
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE Mayor Amezcua
WORDS OF INSPIRATION Police Chaplain
ADDITIONS\DELETIONS TO THE AGENDA
CEREMONIAL PRESENTATIONS
1. Certificate of Recognition presented by Councilmember Lopez to Union Trans GNC for their contributions to the community
CLOSED SESSION REPORT – The City Attorney will report on any action(s) from Closed Session.
PUBLIC COMMENTS – Public comments will be held during the beginning of the meeting for ALL comments on agenda and nonagenda items.
CONSENT CALENDAR
RECOMMENDED ACTION: Approve staff recommendations on the following Consent Calendar Items: 2 through 16 and waive reading of all resolutions and ordinances.
2. Excused Absences
Department(s): City Clerk’s Office
Recommended Action: Excuse the absent members.
3. Minutes from the Regular Meeting of June 4, 2024
Department(s): City Clerk’s Office
Recommended Action: Approve minutes.
4. Appoint Neylen Adoni Muñoz Nominated by Councilmember Penaloza as the Ward 6 Representative to the Youth Commission for a Partial Term Expiring December 8, 2026 Department(s): City Clerk’s Office
Recommended Action: Appoint Neylen Adoni Muñoz to the Youth Commission as the Ward 6 representative and administer Oath of Office. (Pursuant to SAMC Sec. 2 326(a), requires five affirmative votes)
5. Approve Agreement with Elite Command Training for Training Services in the Amount of $279,890 for the Urban Areas Security Initiative Grant Program (NonGeneral Fund) Department(s): Police Department
Recommended Action: Authorize the City Manager to execute an agreement, with Elite Command Training to provide ongoing training deliverables to the Anaheim/Santa Ana Urban Area on an asneeded basis, for the threeyear period of June 18, 2024 through June 17, 2027, with two oneyear renewal options, in an amount not to exceed $279,890 (Agreement No. 2024XXX).
6. Approve Agreement with CDCE, Inc. for Mobile Data Communications Equipment and Installation Services (Spec No. 24064) (General Fund and NonGeneral Fund) Department(s): Police Department
Recommended Action: Authorize the City Manager to execute an agreement with CDCE, Inc. to provide mobile data communications equipment and installation services in an amount not to exceed $524,724 including a $25,000 contingency amount, for a term beginning June 18, 2024 and expiring June 17, 2029 (Agreement No. A2024XXX).
7. Approve an Agreement with Community SeniorServ, Inc. dba Meals On Wheels Orange County for the Senior Meals Program (General Fund)
Department(s): Parks, Recreation, and Community Services Recommended Action: Authorize the City Manager to execute an agreement with Community SeniorServ, Inc. dba Meals On Wheels Orange County for the Senior Meals Program in an amount of $90,300 for base services (Home Delivered Meals and Lunch Cafe Programs) and $9,700 for additional as needed services, for a total not to exceed amount of $100,000 for the period July 1, 2024 to June 30, 2025 to be funded by the General Fund (Agreement No. A2024XXX).
8. Approve an Agreement with Coach Max Corp and Elite Executive Charter, LLC to Provide Charter Bus Transportation Services (General Fund) Department(s): Parks, Recreation, and Community Services Recommended Action: Authorize the City Manager to execute aggregate agreements with Coach Max Corp and Elite Executive Charter, LLC to provide charter bus transportation for City programs and events for a term from July 1, 2024 through June 30, 2027, with two (2), one (1) year renewal options for a total amount, including extensions, nottoexceed $500,000 (General Fund) (Agreement Nos. A2024XXX and A2024XXX).
9. Adopt a Resolution and Approve an Appropriation Adjustment to Accept the State California Volunteers Award Agreement JP2017GFI
Department(s): Community Development Agency
Recommended Action:
1. Adopt a resolution to accept the State California Volunteers grant award, and authorize the City Manager to enter into State of California – Department of General Services, Standard Agreement No. JP2017GF1 (Grant Agreement) for $2,000,000 for the Youth Employment Project (Project).
RESOLUTION NO. 2024XXX entitled A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA ANA APPROVING THE ACCEPTANCE OF GRANT FUNDS FOR CALIFORNIA VOLUNTEERS 2023 #CALIFORNIANSFORALL YOUTH SERVICE CORPS THROUGH THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA FOR THE CITY OF SANTA ANA YOUTH EMPLOYMENT PROJECT
2. Authorize the City Manager, or designee, to conduct all negotiations, sign, and submit all documents, including, but not limited to applications, agreements, amendments, and payment requests, which may be necessary for the completion of the Project scope, including but not limited to agreements with contractors, consultants, and vendors detailed in Exhibit B Budget Detail of the Grant Agreement.
3. Approve an appropriation adjustment to recognize $2,000,000 in funds from ARPA CA FOR ALL YOUTH WDPState GrantDirect account (no. 1831800252025) and appropriating the same amount to expenditure account (no. 18318763various). (Requires five affirmative votes)
10. Adopt a Resolution Approving the City’s Annual Statement of Investment Policy 2024 2025; Receive and File Annual Statement of Investment Policy 20242025 Department(s): Finance and Management Services
Recommended Action: 1. Adopt a Resolution approving the City’s 20242025 Investment Policy.
RESOLUTION NO. 2024XXX entitled A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA ANA APPROVING THE CITY’S STATEMENT OF INVESTMENT POLICY
2. Receive and file the Annual Statement of Investment Policy 20242025.
11. Adopt a Resolution Establishing the Appropriations Limit of the City of Santa Ana for FY 202425
Department(s): Finance and Management Services
Recommended Action: Adopt a resolution establishing the appropriations limit of the City of Santa Ana for FY 202425, as required by state law.
RESOLUTION NO. 2024XXX entitled A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA ANA ESTABLISHING THE APPROPRIATION LIMIT OF THE CITY OF SANTA ANA FOR FISCAL YEAR 20242025
12. Adoption of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) Establishing the Terms and Conditions of Employment for Classifications Represented by the Santa Ana Police Officers Association (SAPOA) Effective January 1, 2024 through June 30, 2027, and Adoption of a Resolution Updating the Compensation and Salary Schedule of Sworn Classifications of the Santa Ana Police Management Association (SAPMA) Department(s): Human Resources
Recommended Action: 1. Authorize the City Manager to execute a Memorandum of Understanding with SAPOA regarding wages, hours, and other terms and conditions of employment effective January 1, 2024 through June 30, 2027, and authorize non substantive changes which may be necessary to implement the agreement (Agreement No. A2024XXX); and
2. Approve a Resolution updating the compensation and salary schedule for sworn classifications of the SAPMA.
RESOLUTION NO. 2024XXX entitled A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA ANA TO EFFECT CERTAIN CHANGES TO THE CITY’S CLASSIFICATION AND COMPENSATION PLAN
13. Adopt a Resolution Authorizing Ceremonial Street Naming of Virginia and William Guzman Way (General Fund)
Department(s): Public Works Agency
Recommended Action: 1. Adopt a resolution authorizing the Ceremonial Street Naming of Virginia and William Guzman Way along Santa Ana Boulevard from Pacific Avenue to Forest Avenue.
RESOLUTION NO. 2024XXX entitled A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA ANA DIRECTING AND AUTHORIZING A CEREMONIAL STREET NAME OF VIRGINIA AND WILLIAM GUZMAN WAY ALONG SANTA ANA BOULEVARD FROM PACIFIC AVENUE TO FOREST AVENUE
2. Direct Staff to install two ceremonial street signs along Santa Ana Boulevard at the intersections of Pacific Avenue and Forest Avenue.
14. Adopt a Resolution Authorizing Ceremonial Street Naming of Warren Bussey Square (General Fund)
Department(s): Public Works Agency
Recommended Action: 1. Adopt a resolution authorizing the Ceremonial Street Naming of Warren Bussey Square at the intersection of Pacific Avenue and Walnut Street.
RESOLUTION NO. 2024XXX entitled A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA ANA DIRECTING AND AUTHORIZING A CEREMONIAL STREET NAME OF WARREN BUSSEY SQUARE AT THE INTERSECTION OF PACIFIC AVENUE AND WALNUT STREET
2. Direct Staff to install two ceremonial street signs at the intersection of Pacific Avenue and Walnut Street.
15. Second Reading of the Local Resident Preference in Affordable Housing Ordinance First reading at the June 4, 2024 City Council meeting and approved by a vote of 70.
Published in the OC Reporter on June 10, 2024.
Department(s): Community Development Agency
Recommended Action: Conduct a second reading of the Local Resident Preference in Affordable Housing Ordinance to comply with the State of California Local Tenant Preferences to Prevent Displacement Act and codify the City’s existing local resident preference policy.
ORDINANCE NO. NS3066 entitled AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA ANA CREATING A NEW ARTICLE XXI IN CHAPTER 8 OF THE MUNICIPAL CODE TO CODIFY THE CITY’S LOCAL RESIDENT
PREFERENCE IN AFFORDABLE HOUSING (includes determination that the ordinance is not subject to the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) pursuant to Sections 15060(c)(2) because the activity will not result in a direct or reasonably foreseeable indirect physical change in the environment and 15060(c)(3) because the activity is not a project as defined in Section 15378 of the CEQA Guidelines)
16. Second Reading and Adoption of City Council Ordinance No. NS3067 Appropriating Monies to the Several Offices, Agencies, and Departments of the City of Santa Ana for the Fiscal Year Budget Period Commencing July 1, 2024 (REVISED) First reading at the June 4, 2024 City Council meeting and approved by a vote of 70.
Published in the OC Reporter on June 10, 2024.
Department(s): Finance and Management Services
Recommended Action: Approve the second reading and adopt Ordinance No. NS 3067 to appropriate monies to the several offices, agencies, and departments of the City for Fiscal Year 202425 (FY2425), which begins on July 1, 2024 and ends on June 30, 2025. (Requires five affirmative votes)
UNCODIFIED ORDINANCE NO. NS3067 entitled AN UNCODIFIED ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA ANA APPROPRIATING MONIES TO SEVERAL OFFICES, AGENCIES, AND DEPARTMENTS OF THE CITY FOR FISCAL YEAR BUDGET PERIOD COMMENCING JULY 1, 2024
**END OF CONSENT CALENDAR**
BUSINESS CALENDAR
17. Review of City Charter Amendments Concerning Rent Stabilization Ordinance and NonCitizen Voting and Resolutions Required to Submit to Voters at the November 5, 2024 Municipal Election Ballot Measures Relating to Proposed Charter Amendments Concerning Ethics Code, Capital Improvement Funds, City Clerk and City Attorney Authority, Civil Service, and Council Compensation
Department(s): City Attorney’s Office
Recommended Action: 1. Adopt a resolution giving notice of the City's General Municipal Election to be held in the City of Santa Ana on November 5, 2024 for the submission of questions to the voters relating to proposed amendments to the City Charter;
RESOLUTION NO. 2024XXX entitled A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA ANA GIVING NOTICE OF A GENERAL MUNICIPAL ELECTION TO BE HELD IN THE CITY OF SANTA ANA ON NOVEMBER 5, 2024 FOR THE SUBMISSION TO THE VOTERS OF QUESTIONS RELATING TO THE
AMENDMENT OF THE CITY CHARTER IN REGARD TO SECTIONS 401.5 (ETHICS CODE), 402 (COUNCIL COMPENSATION), 611 (CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT FUNDS), 702 (CITY CLERK AUTHORITY), 703 (CITY ATTORNEY AUTHORITY), 1002 (CIVIL SERVICE), AND 1103 (BONDS)
2. Adopt a resolution designating the ballot questions related to the proposed City Charter amendments;
RESOLUTION NO. 2024XXX entitled A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA ANA SETTING FORTH THE LANGUAGE OF BALLOT TITLES FOR CITY CHARTER AMENDMENTS REGARDING CLEANUP OF OBSOLETE SECTIONS, CIVIL SERVICE, ETHICS CODE, CITY CLERK AND CITY ATTORNEY AUTHORITY AND COUNCIL COMPENSATION TO BE INCLUDED ON THE BALLOT FOR THE 2024 GENERAL MUNICIPAL ELECTION
3. Review City Charter amendments concerning rent stabilization and just cause eviction ordinance and consider whether to adopt revised resolution; and RESOLUTION NO. 2024XXX entitled RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA ANA GIVING NOTICE OF A GENERAL MUNICIPAL ELECTION TO BE HELD IN THE CITY OF SANTA ANA ON NOVEMBER 5, 2024 FOR THE SUBMISSION OF A BALLOT MEASURE TO THE QUALIFIED VOTERS
PROPOSING A RENT STABILIZATION AND JUST CAUSE EVICTION ORDINANCE AND REQUESTING THE ORANGE COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS TO CONSOLIDATE THIS ELECTION WITH THE STATEWIDE GENERAL ELECTION
4. Review City Charter amendment concerning noncitizen voting and consider whether to adopt revised resolution.
RESOLUTION NO. 2024XXX entitled A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA ANA CALLING AND GIVING NOTICE OF A GENERAL MUNICIPAL ELECTION TO BE HELD IN THE CITY OF SANTA ANA ON NOVEMBER 5, 2024 FOR THE SUBMISSION OF A BALLOT MEASURE TO THE QUALIFIED VOTERS ASKING IF THE CITY OF SANTA ANA SHOULD PERMIT NONCITIZEN VOTING IN ALL CITY MUNICIPAL ELECTIONS
**END OF BUSINESS CALENDAR**
COUNCILMEMBER REQUESTED ITEMS
18. Discuss and Consider Providing Direction to the City Manager, City Clerk, and City Attorney to Prepare Necessary Documents to Propose a Cigarette Litter Abatement Tax – Councilmembers Hernandez and Vazquez (continued from the City Council meeting of June 4, 2024, Item No. 41)
19. Discuss and Consider Providing Direction to the City Manager on the Interest in Launching a Street Medicine Program with CalOptima – Mayor Amezcua CITY MANAGER 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.
1. June 1820, 2024 Councilmember Hernandez – NALEO 41 Annual Conference, Las Vegas, NV
2. June 1820, 2024 Councilmember Penaloza – NALEO 41 Annual Conference, Las Vegas, NV
3. June 1820, 2024 Councilmember Vazquez – NALEO 41 Annual Conference, Las Vegas, NV
4. June 1820, 2024 Mayor Amezcua – NALEO 41 Annual Conference, Las Vegas, NV ADJOURNMENT – Adjourn the City Council meeting.
Future Items
1. Digital Marquee Agreement
2. Ballot Measures Resolutions Providing for Arguments and Rebuttals
3. Public Hearing – OHDC/C&C Garden Court Apartments Amended and Restated Affordability Restrictions and TEFRA Resolution
4. Public Hearing (Successor Agency) – Resolution and Purchase and Sale Agreement for Acquisition of Real Property for Parking Lot
POSTING STATEMENT: On June 11, 2024, a true and correct copy of this agenda was posted at the entrance to City Hall, 20 Civic Center Plaza, Santa Ana, CA 92701. Internet Access to City Council, Agency, and Authority agendas and related material is available prior to meetings at santaana.org/agendasandminutes.
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June 18, 2024
TELECONFERENCE INFORMATION:
Pursuant to Government Code Section 54953(b), Mayor Amezcua and Councilmembers Penaloza and Vazquez will participate in the meeting via teleconference from Bellagio Las Vegas, 3600 Las Vegas Boulevard South, Las Vegas, NV 89109 (with the room number(s) posted in the conference center hallway). The Agenda will be posted at the teleconference location and any member of the public wishing to address the legislative body directly may do so at the teleconference location pursuant to Government Code Section 54954.3.
CLOSED SESSION MEETING – 4:30 PM
REGULAR OPEN MEETING – 5:30 PM
(Immediately following the Closed Session Meeting)
CITY COUNCIL CHAMBER
22 Civic Center Plaza Santa Ana, CA 92701
Valerie Amezcua
Mayor
Thai Viet Phan
Mayor Pro Tem – Ward 1
Benjamin Vazquez
Councilmember Ward 2
Jessie Lopez
Councilmember Ward 3
Phil Bacerra
Councilmember Ward 4
Johnathan Ryan Hernandez
Councilmember Ward 5
David Penaloza
Councilmember Ward 6
Mayor and Council telephone: 7146476900
Agenda item inquiries: 7146476520
Sonia R. Carvalho
City Attorney
Alvaro Nuñez
Acting City Manager
Jennifer L. Hall
City Clerk
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/agendasandminutes 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. As a courtesy to the public, 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 3.
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 City Clerk, 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 two (2) hours before the scheduled start 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 – As a courtesy, 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) 900 9128 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) agenda/general comments, iii) special agenda 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. 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 4:30 p.m. for Closed Session items and by 5:45 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 4:00 p.m. YOU MUST JOIN ZOOM OR THE CONFERENCE CALL and raise your hand BY 4:30 p.m. Speakers who are not in the speaker queue with their hand raised by 4:30 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 4:00 p.m. YOU MUST JOIN ZOOM OR THE CONFERENCE CALL and raise your hand PRIOR TO 5:45 p.m. Speakers who are not in the speaker queue with their hand raised by 5:45 p.m. will not be permitted to speak.
TRANSLATION SERVICES Spanish interpreting services are provided at City Council meetings. Simultaneous Spanish interpretation is provided through the use of headsets and consecutive interpretation (SpanishtoEnglish) in addition to those wishing to address the City Council at the podium.
La ciudad provee servicios de interpretación al español en las juntas del Consejo.
La interpretación simultánea al español se ofrece por medio del uso de audífonos y la interpretación consecutiva (español a inglés) también está disponible para cualquiera que desee dirigirse al consejo municipal en el podio.
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TELECONFERENCE INFORMATION :
Pursuant to Government Code Section 54953(b), Mayor Amezcua and Councilmembers Penaloza and Vazquez will participate in the meeting via teleconference from Bellagio Las Vegas, 3600 Las Vegas Boulevard South, Las Vegas, NV 89109 (with the room number(s) posted in the conference center hallway). The Agenda will be posted at the teleconference location and any member of the public wishing to address the legislative body directly may do so at the teleconference location pursuant to Government Code Section 54954.3.
CLOSED SESSION
CALL TO ORDER
ATTENDANCE Council Members Phil Bacerra
Johnathan Ryan Hernandez
Jessie Lopez
David Penaloza
Benjamin Vazquez
Mayor Pro Tem Thai Viet Phan
Mayor Valerie Amezcua
Acting City Manager Alvaro Nuñez
City Attorney Sonia R. Carvalho
City Clerk Jennifer L. Hall
ROLL CALL
ADDITIONS\DELETIONS TO CLOSED SESSION
PUBLIC COMMENTS – Members of the public may address the City Council on Closed Session items.
RECESS – City Council will recess to Closed Session for the purpose of conducting regular City business.
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. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSELEXISTING LITIGATION pursuant to Paragraph (1) of subdivision (d) of Section 54956.9 of the Government Code:
A. James V. Lacy, United States Justice Foundation, California Public Policy Foundation, and Pasquale Talarico v. Jennifer Hall, in her official capacity as Santa Ana City Clerk and Bob Page, in his official capacity as Orange County Registrar of Voters, Orange County Superior Court, Case No. 30202401402208CUWMCJC
2. PUBLIC EMPLOYEE EMPLOYMENT/APPOINTMENT pursuant to Section 54957(b) (1) of the Government Code:
Title: City Manager
3. CONFERENCE WITH LABOR NEGOTIATOR pursuant to Government Code Section 54957.6(a):
Agency Designated Representative: Jacob Green, Greg Devereaux Unrepresented Employee: City Manager
RECONVENE – City Council will reconvene to continue regular City business.
TELECONFERENCE INFORMATION :
Pursuant to Government Code Section 54953(b), Mayor Amezcua and Councilmembers Penaloza and Vazquez will participate in the meeting via teleconference from Bellagio Las Vegas, 3600 Las Vegas Boulevard South, Las Vegas, NV 89109 (with the room number(s) posted in the conference center hallway). The Agenda will be posted at the teleconference location and any member of the public wishing to address the legislative body directly may do so at the teleconference location pursuant to Government Code Section 54954.3.
CITY COUNCIL REGULAR OPEN SESSION
CALL TO ORDER
ATTENDANCE Council Members Phil Bacerra
Johnathan Ryan Hernandez
Jessie Lopez
David Penaloza
Benjamin Vazquez
Mayor Pro Tem Thai Viet Phan
Mayor Valerie Amezcua
Acting City Manager Alvaro Nuñez
City Attorney Sonia R. Carvalho
City Clerk Jennifer L. Hall
ROLL CALL
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE Mayor Amezcua
WORDS OF INSPIRATION Police Chaplain
ADDITIONS\DELETIONS TO THE AGENDA
CEREMONIAL PRESENTATIONS
1. Certificate of Recognition presented by Councilmember Lopez to Union Trans GNC for their contributions to the community
CLOSED SESSION REPORT – The City Attorney will report on any action(s) from Closed Session.
PUBLIC COMMENTS – Public comments will be held during the beginning of the meeting for ALL comments on agenda and nonagenda items.
CONSENT CALENDAR
RECOMMENDED ACTION: Approve staff recommendations on the following Consent Calendar Items: 2 through 16 and waive reading of all resolutions and ordinances.
2. Excused Absences
Department(s): City Clerk’s Office
Recommended Action: Excuse the absent members.
3. Minutes from the Regular Meeting of June 4, 2024
Department(s): City Clerk’s Office
Recommended Action: Approve minutes.
4. Appoint Neylen Adoni Muñoz Nominated by Councilmember Penaloza as the Ward 6 Representative to the Youth Commission for a Partial Term Expiring December 8, 2026 Department(s): City Clerk’s Office
Recommended Action: Appoint Neylen Adoni Muñoz to the Youth Commission as the Ward 6 representative and administer Oath of Office. (Pursuant to SAMC Sec. 2 326(a), requires five affirmative votes)
5. Approve Agreement with Elite Command Training for Training Services in the Amount of $279,890 for the Urban Areas Security Initiative Grant Program (NonGeneral Fund) Department(s): Police Department
Recommended Action: Authorize the City Manager to execute an agreement, with Elite Command Training to provide ongoing training deliverables to the Anaheim/Santa Ana Urban Area on an asneeded basis, for the threeyear period of June 18, 2024 through June 17, 2027, with two oneyear renewal options, in an amount not to exceed $279,890 (Agreement No. 2024XXX).
6. Approve Agreement with CDCE, Inc. for Mobile Data Communications Equipment and Installation Services (Spec No. 24064) (General Fund and NonGeneral Fund) Department(s): Police Department
Recommended Action: Authorize the City Manager to execute an agreement with CDCE, Inc. to provide mobile data communications equipment and installation services in an amount not to exceed $524,724 including a $25,000 contingency amount, for a term beginning June 18, 2024 and expiring June 17, 2029 (Agreement No. A2024XXX).
7. Approve an Agreement with Community SeniorServ, Inc. dba Meals On Wheels Orange County for the Senior Meals Program (General Fund)
Department(s): Parks, Recreation, and Community Services Recommended Action: Authorize the City Manager to execute an agreement with Community SeniorServ, Inc. dba Meals On Wheels Orange County for the Senior Meals Program in an amount of $90,300 for base services (Home Delivered Meals and Lunch Cafe Programs) and $9,700 for additional as needed services, for a total not to exceed amount of $100,000 for the period July 1, 2024 to June 30, 2025 to be funded by the General Fund (Agreement No. A2024XXX).
8. Approve an Agreement with Coach Max Corp and Elite Executive Charter, LLC to Provide Charter Bus Transportation Services (General Fund) Department(s): Parks, Recreation, and Community Services Recommended Action: Authorize the City Manager to execute aggregate agreements with Coach Max Corp and Elite Executive Charter, LLC to provide charter bus transportation for City programs and events for a term from July 1, 2024 through June 30, 2027, with two (2), one (1) year renewal options for a total amount, including extensions, nottoexceed $500,000 (General Fund) (Agreement Nos. A2024XXX and A2024XXX).
9. Adopt a Resolution and Approve an Appropriation Adjustment to Accept the State California Volunteers Award Agreement JP2017GFI
Department(s): Community Development Agency
Recommended Action:
1. Adopt a resolution to accept the State California Volunteers grant award, and authorize the City Manager to enter into State of California – Department of General Services, Standard Agreement No. JP2017GF1 (Grant Agreement) for $2,000,000 for the Youth Employment Project (Project).
RESOLUTION NO. 2024XXX entitled A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA ANA APPROVING THE ACCEPTANCE OF GRANT FUNDS FOR CALIFORNIA VOLUNTEERS 2023 #CALIFORNIANSFORALL YOUTH SERVICE CORPS THROUGH THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA FOR THE CITY OF SANTA ANA YOUTH EMPLOYMENT PROJECT
2. Authorize the City Manager, or designee, to conduct all negotiations, sign, and submit all documents, including, but not limited to applications, agreements, amendments, and payment requests, which may be necessary for the completion of the Project scope, including but not limited to agreements with contractors, consultants, and vendors detailed in Exhibit B Budget Detail of the Grant Agreement.
3. Approve an appropriation adjustment to recognize $2,000,000 in funds from ARPA CA FOR ALL YOUTH WDPState GrantDirect account (no. 1831800252025) and appropriating the same amount to expenditure account (no. 18318763various). (Requires five affirmative votes)
10. Adopt a Resolution Approving the City’s Annual Statement of Investment Policy 2024 2025; Receive and File Annual Statement of Investment Policy 20242025 Department(s): Finance and Management Services
Recommended Action: 1. Adopt a Resolution approving the City’s 20242025 Investment Policy.
RESOLUTION NO. 2024XXX entitled A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA ANA APPROVING THE CITY’S STATEMENT OF INVESTMENT POLICY
2. Receive and file the Annual Statement of Investment Policy 20242025.
11. Adopt a Resolution Establishing the Appropriations Limit of the City of Santa Ana for FY 202425
Department(s): Finance and Management Services
Recommended Action: Adopt a resolution establishing the appropriations limit of the City of Santa Ana for FY 202425, as required by state law.
RESOLUTION NO. 2024XXX entitled A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA ANA ESTABLISHING THE APPROPRIATION LIMIT OF THE CITY OF SANTA ANA FOR FISCAL YEAR 20242025
12. Adoption of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) Establishing the Terms and Conditions of Employment for Classifications Represented by the Santa Ana Police Officers Association (SAPOA) Effective January 1, 2024 through June 30, 2027, and Adoption of a Resolution Updating the Compensation and Salary Schedule of Sworn Classifications of the Santa Ana Police Management Association (SAPMA) Department(s): Human Resources
Recommended Action: 1. Authorize the City Manager to execute a Memorandum of Understanding with SAPOA regarding wages, hours, and other terms and conditions of employment effective January 1, 2024 through June 30, 2027, and authorize non substantive changes which may be necessary to implement the agreement (Agreement No. A2024XXX); and
2. Approve a Resolution updating the compensation and salary schedule for sworn classifications of the SAPMA.
RESOLUTION NO. 2024XXX entitled A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA ANA TO EFFECT CERTAIN CHANGES TO THE CITY’S CLASSIFICATION AND COMPENSATION PLAN
13. Adopt a Resolution Authorizing Ceremonial Street Naming of Virginia and William Guzman Way (General Fund)
Department(s): Public Works Agency
Recommended Action: 1. Adopt a resolution authorizing the Ceremonial Street Naming of Virginia and William Guzman Way along Santa Ana Boulevard from Pacific Avenue to Forest Avenue.
RESOLUTION NO. 2024XXX entitled A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA ANA DIRECTING AND AUTHORIZING A CEREMONIAL STREET NAME OF VIRGINIA AND WILLIAM GUZMAN WAY ALONG SANTA ANA BOULEVARD FROM PACIFIC AVENUE TO FOREST AVENUE
2. Direct Staff to install two ceremonial street signs along Santa Ana Boulevard at the intersections of Pacific Avenue and Forest Avenue.
14. Adopt a Resolution Authorizing Ceremonial Street Naming of Warren Bussey Square (General Fund)
Department(s): Public Works Agency
Recommended Action: 1. Adopt a resolution authorizing the Ceremonial Street Naming of Warren Bussey Square at the intersection of Pacific Avenue and Walnut Street.
RESOLUTION NO. 2024XXX entitled A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA ANA DIRECTING AND AUTHORIZING A CEREMONIAL STREET NAME OF WARREN BUSSEY SQUARE AT THE INTERSECTION OF PACIFIC AVENUE AND WALNUT STREET
2. Direct Staff to install two ceremonial street signs at the intersection of Pacific Avenue and Walnut Street.
15. Second Reading of the Local Resident Preference in Affordable Housing Ordinance First reading at the June 4, 2024 City Council meeting and approved by a vote of 70.
Published in the OC Reporter on June 10, 2024.
Department(s): Community Development Agency
Recommended Action: Conduct a second reading of the Local Resident Preference in Affordable Housing Ordinance to comply with the State of California Local Tenant Preferences to Prevent Displacement Act and codify the City’s existing local resident preference policy.
ORDINANCE NO. NS3066 entitled AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA ANA CREATING A NEW ARTICLE XXI IN CHAPTER 8 OF THE MUNICIPAL CODE TO CODIFY THE CITY’S LOCAL RESIDENT
PREFERENCE IN AFFORDABLE HOUSING (includes determination that the ordinance is not subject to the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) pursuant to Sections 15060(c)(2) because the activity will not result in a direct or reasonably foreseeable indirect physical change in the environment and 15060(c)(3) because the activity is not a project as defined in Section 15378 of the CEQA Guidelines)
16. Second Reading and Adoption of City Council Ordinance No. NS3067 Appropriating Monies to the Several Offices, Agencies, and Departments of the City of Santa Ana for the Fiscal Year Budget Period Commencing July 1, 2024 (REVISED) First reading at the June 4, 2024 City Council meeting and approved by a vote of 70.
Published in the OC Reporter on June 10, 2024.
Department(s): Finance and Management Services
Recommended Action: Approve the second reading and adopt Ordinance No. NS 3067 to appropriate monies to the several offices, agencies, and departments of the City for Fiscal Year 202425 (FY2425), which begins on July 1, 2024 and ends on June 30, 2025. (Requires five affirmative votes)
UNCODIFIED ORDINANCE NO. NS3067 entitled AN UNCODIFIED ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA ANA APPROPRIATING MONIES TO SEVERAL OFFICES, AGENCIES, AND DEPARTMENTS OF THE CITY FOR FISCAL YEAR BUDGET PERIOD COMMENCING JULY 1, 2024
**END OF CONSENT CALENDAR**
BUSINESS CALENDAR
17. Review of City Charter Amendments Concerning Rent Stabilization Ordinance and NonCitizen Voting and Resolutions Required to Submit to Voters at the November 5, 2024 Municipal Election Ballot Measures Relating to Proposed Charter Amendments Concerning Ethics Code, Capital Improvement Funds, City Clerk and City Attorney Authority, Civil Service, and Council Compensation
Department(s): City Attorney’s Office
Recommended Action: 1. Adopt a resolution giving notice of the City's General Municipal Election to be held in the City of Santa Ana on November 5, 2024 for the submission of questions to the voters relating to proposed amendments to the City Charter;
RESOLUTION NO. 2024XXX entitled A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA ANA GIVING NOTICE OF A GENERAL MUNICIPAL ELECTION TO BE HELD IN THE CITY OF SANTA ANA ON NOVEMBER 5, 2024 FOR THE SUBMISSION TO THE VOTERS OF QUESTIONS RELATING TO THE
AMENDMENT OF THE CITY CHARTER IN REGARD TO SECTIONS 401.5 (ETHICS CODE), 402 (COUNCIL COMPENSATION), 611 (CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT FUNDS), 702 (CITY CLERK AUTHORITY), 703 (CITY ATTORNEY AUTHORITY), 1002 (CIVIL SERVICE), AND 1103 (BONDS)
2. Adopt a resolution designating the ballot questions related to the proposed City Charter amendments;
RESOLUTION NO. 2024XXX entitled A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA ANA SETTING FORTH THE LANGUAGE OF BALLOT TITLES FOR CITY CHARTER AMENDMENTS REGARDING CLEANUP OF OBSOLETE SECTIONS, CIVIL SERVICE, ETHICS CODE, CITY CLERK AND CITY ATTORNEY AUTHORITY AND COUNCIL COMPENSATION TO BE INCLUDED ON THE BALLOT FOR THE 2024 GENERAL MUNICIPAL ELECTION
3. Review City Charter amendments concerning rent stabilization and just cause eviction ordinance and consider whether to adopt revised resolution; and RESOLUTION NO. 2024XXX entitled RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA ANA GIVING NOTICE OF A GENERAL MUNICIPAL ELECTION TO BE HELD IN THE CITY OF SANTA ANA ON NOVEMBER 5, 2024 FOR THE SUBMISSION OF A BALLOT MEASURE TO THE QUALIFIED VOTERS
PROPOSING A RENT STABILIZATION AND JUST CAUSE EVICTION ORDINANCE AND REQUESTING THE ORANGE COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS TO CONSOLIDATE THIS ELECTION WITH THE STATEWIDE GENERAL ELECTION
4. Review City Charter amendment concerning noncitizen voting and consider whether to adopt revised resolution.
RESOLUTION NO. 2024XXX entitled A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA ANA CALLING AND GIVING NOTICE OF A GENERAL MUNICIPAL ELECTION TO BE HELD IN THE CITY OF SANTA ANA ON NOVEMBER 5, 2024 FOR THE SUBMISSION OF A BALLOT MEASURE TO THE QUALIFIED VOTERS ASKING IF THE CITY OF SANTA ANA SHOULD PERMIT NONCITIZEN VOTING IN ALL CITY MUNICIPAL ELECTIONS
**END OF BUSINESS CALENDAR**
COUNCILMEMBER REQUESTED ITEMS
18. Discuss and Consider Providing Direction to the City Manager, City Clerk, and City Attorney to Prepare Necessary Documents to Propose a Cigarette Litter Abatement Tax – Councilmembers Hernandez and Vazquez (continued from the City Council meeting of June 4, 2024, Item No. 41)
19. Discuss and Consider Providing Direction to the City Manager on the Interest in Launching a Street Medicine Program with CalOptima – Mayor Amezcua CITY MANAGER 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.
1. June 1820, 2024 Councilmember Hernandez – NALEO 41 Annual Conference, Las Vegas, NV
2. June 1820, 2024 Councilmember Penaloza – NALEO 41 Annual Conference, Las Vegas, NV
3. June 1820, 2024 Councilmember Vazquez – NALEO 41 Annual Conference, Las Vegas, NV
4. June 1820, 2024 Mayor Amezcua – NALEO 41 Annual Conference, Las Vegas, NV ADJOURNMENT – Adjourn the City Council meeting.
Future Items
1. Digital Marquee Agreement
2. Ballot Measures Resolutions Providing for Arguments and Rebuttals
3. Public Hearing – OHDC/C&C Garden Court Apartments Amended and Restated Affordability Restrictions and TEFRA Resolution
4. Public Hearing (Successor Agency) – Resolution and Purchase and Sale Agreement for Acquisition of Real Property for Parking Lot
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June 18, 2024
TELECONFERENCE INFORMATION:
Pursuant to Government Code Section 54953(b), Mayor Amezcua and Councilmembers Penaloza and Vazquez will participate in the meeting via teleconference from Bellagio Las Vegas, 3600 Las Vegas Boulevard South, Las Vegas, NV 89109 (with the room number(s) posted in the conference center hallway). The Agenda will be posted at the teleconference location and any member of the public wishing to address the legislative body directly may do so at the teleconference location pursuant to Government Code Section 54954.3.
CLOSED SESSION MEETING – 4:30 PM
REGULAR OPEN MEETING – 5:30 PM
(Immediately following the Closed Session Meeting)
CITY COUNCIL CHAMBER
22 Civic Center Plaza Santa Ana, CA 92701
Valerie Amezcua
Mayor
Thai Viet Phan
Mayor Pro Tem – Ward 1
Benjamin Vazquez
Councilmember Ward 2
Jessie Lopez
Councilmember Ward 3
Phil Bacerra
Councilmember Ward 4
Johnathan Ryan Hernandez
Councilmember Ward 5
David Penaloza
Councilmember Ward 6
Mayor and Council telephone: 7146476900
Agenda item inquiries: 7146476520
Sonia R. Carvalho
City Attorney
Alvaro Nuñez
Acting City Manager
Jennifer L. Hall
City Clerk
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/agendasandminutes 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. As a courtesy to the public, 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 3.
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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. 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 4:30 p.m. for Closed Session items and by 5:45 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 4:00 p.m. YOU MUST JOIN ZOOM OR THE CONFERENCE CALL and raise your hand BY 4:30 p.m. Speakers who are not in the speaker queue with their hand raised by 4:30 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 4:00 p.m. YOU MUST JOIN ZOOM OR THE CONFERENCE CALL and raise your hand PRIOR TO 5:45 p.m. Speakers who are not in the speaker queue with their hand raised by 5:45 p.m. will not be permitted to speak.
TRANSLATION SERVICES Spanish interpreting services are provided at City Council meetings. Simultaneous Spanish interpretation is provided through the use of headsets and consecutive interpretation (SpanishtoEnglish) in addition to those wishing to address the City Council at the podium.
La ciudad provee servicios de interpretación al español en las juntas del Consejo.
La interpretación simultánea al español se ofrece por medio del uso de audífonos y la interpretación consecutiva (español a inglés) también está disponible para cualquiera que desee dirigirse al consejo municipal en el podio.
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TELECONFERENCE INFORMATION :
Pursuant to Government Code Section 54953(b), Mayor Amezcua and Councilmembers Penaloza and Vazquez will participate in the meeting via teleconference from Bellagio Las Vegas, 3600 Las Vegas Boulevard South, Las Vegas, NV 89109 (with the room number(s) posted in the conference center hallway). The Agenda will be posted at the teleconference location and any member of the public wishing to address the legislative body directly may do so at the teleconference location pursuant to Government Code Section 54954.3.
CLOSED SESSION
CALL TO ORDER
ATTENDANCE Council Members Phil Bacerra
Johnathan Ryan Hernandez
Jessie Lopez
David Penaloza
Benjamin Vazquez
Mayor Pro Tem Thai Viet Phan
Mayor Valerie Amezcua
Acting City Manager Alvaro Nuñez
City Attorney Sonia R. Carvalho
City Clerk Jennifer L. Hall
ROLL CALL
ADDITIONS\DELETIONS TO CLOSED SESSION
PUBLIC COMMENTS – Members of the public may address the City Council on Closed Session items.
RECESS – City Council will recess to Closed Session for the purpose of conducting regular City business.
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. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSELEXISTING LITIGATION pursuant to Paragraph (1) of subdivision (d) of Section 54956.9 of the Government Code:
A. James V. Lacy, United States Justice Foundation, California Public Policy Foundation, and Pasquale Talarico v. Jennifer Hall, in her official capacity as Santa Ana City Clerk and Bob Page, in his official capacity as Orange County Registrar of Voters, Orange County Superior Court, Case No. 30202401402208CUWMCJC
2. PUBLIC EMPLOYEE EMPLOYMENT/APPOINTMENT pursuant to Section 54957(b) (1) of the Government Code:
Title: City Manager
3. CONFERENCE WITH LABOR NEGOTIATOR pursuant to Government Code Section 54957.6(a):
Agency Designated Representative: Jacob Green, Greg Devereaux Unrepresented Employee: City Manager
RECONVENE – City Council will reconvene to continue regular City business.
TELECONFERENCE INFORMATION :
Pursuant to Government Code Section 54953(b), Mayor Amezcua and Councilmembers Penaloza and Vazquez will participate in the meeting via teleconference from Bellagio Las Vegas, 3600 Las Vegas Boulevard South, Las Vegas, NV 89109 (with the room number(s) posted in the conference center hallway). The Agenda will be posted at the teleconference location and any member of the public wishing to address the legislative body directly may do so at the teleconference location pursuant to Government Code Section 54954.3.
CITY COUNCIL REGULAR OPEN SESSION
CALL TO ORDER
ATTENDANCE Council Members Phil Bacerra
Johnathan Ryan Hernandez
Jessie Lopez
David Penaloza
Benjamin Vazquez
Mayor Pro Tem Thai Viet Phan
Mayor Valerie Amezcua
Acting City Manager Alvaro Nuñez
City Attorney Sonia R. Carvalho
City Clerk Jennifer L. Hall
ROLL CALL
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE Mayor Amezcua
WORDS OF INSPIRATION Police Chaplain
ADDITIONS\DELETIONS TO THE AGENDA
CEREMONIAL PRESENTATIONS
1. Certificate of Recognition presented by Councilmember Lopez to Union Trans GNC for their contributions to the community
CLOSED SESSION REPORT – The City Attorney will report on any action(s) from Closed Session.
PUBLIC COMMENTS – Public comments will be held during the beginning of the meeting for ALL comments on agenda and nonagenda items.
CONSENT CALENDAR
RECOMMENDED ACTION: Approve staff recommendations on the following Consent Calendar Items: 2 through 16 and waive reading of all resolutions and ordinances.
2. Excused Absences
Department(s): City Clerk’s Office
Recommended Action: Excuse the absent members.
3. Minutes from the Regular Meeting of June 4, 2024
Department(s): City Clerk’s Office
Recommended Action: Approve minutes.
4. Appoint Neylen Adoni Muñoz Nominated by Councilmember Penaloza as the Ward 6 Representative to the Youth Commission for a Partial Term Expiring December 8, 2026 Department(s): City Clerk’s Office
Recommended Action: Appoint Neylen Adoni Muñoz to the Youth Commission as the Ward 6 representative and administer Oath of Office. (Pursuant to SAMC Sec. 2 326(a), requires five affirmative votes)
5. Approve Agreement with Elite Command Training for Training Services in the Amount of $279,890 for the Urban Areas Security Initiative Grant Program (NonGeneral Fund) Department(s): Police Department
Recommended Action: Authorize the City Manager to execute an agreement, with Elite Command Training to provide ongoing training deliverables to the Anaheim/Santa Ana Urban Area on an asneeded basis, for the threeyear period of June 18, 2024 through June 17, 2027, with two oneyear renewal options, in an amount not to exceed $279,890 (Agreement No. 2024XXX).
6. Approve Agreement with CDCE, Inc. for Mobile Data Communications Equipment and Installation Services (Spec No. 24064) (General Fund and NonGeneral Fund) Department(s): Police Department
Recommended Action: Authorize the City Manager to execute an agreement with CDCE, Inc. to provide mobile data communications equipment and installation services in an amount not to exceed $524,724 including a $25,000 contingency amount, for a term beginning June 18, 2024 and expiring June 17, 2029 (Agreement No. A2024XXX).
7. Approve an Agreement with Community SeniorServ, Inc. dba Meals On Wheels Orange County for the Senior Meals Program (General Fund)
Department(s): Parks, Recreation, and Community Services Recommended Action: Authorize the City Manager to execute an agreement with Community SeniorServ, Inc. dba Meals On Wheels Orange County for the Senior Meals Program in an amount of $90,300 for base services (Home Delivered Meals and Lunch Cafe Programs) and $9,700 for additional as needed services, for a total not to exceed amount of $100,000 for the period July 1, 2024 to June 30, 2025 to be funded by the General Fund (Agreement No. A2024XXX).
8. Approve an Agreement with Coach Max Corp and Elite Executive Charter, LLC to Provide Charter Bus Transportation Services (General Fund) Department(s): Parks, Recreation, and Community Services Recommended Action: Authorize the City Manager to execute aggregate agreements with Coach Max Corp and Elite Executive Charter, LLC to provide charter bus transportation for City programs and events for a term from July 1, 2024 through June 30, 2027, with two (2), one (1) year renewal options for a total amount, including extensions, nottoexceed $500,000 (General Fund) (Agreement Nos. A2024XXX and A2024XXX).
9. Adopt a Resolution and Approve an Appropriation Adjustment to Accept the State California Volunteers Award Agreement JP2017GFI
Department(s): Community Development Agency
Recommended Action:
1. Adopt a resolution to accept the State California Volunteers grant award, and authorize the City Manager to enter into State of California – Department of General Services, Standard Agreement No. JP2017GF1 (Grant Agreement) for $2,000,000 for the Youth Employment Project (Project).
RESOLUTION NO. 2024XXX entitled A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA ANA APPROVING THE ACCEPTANCE OF GRANT FUNDS FOR CALIFORNIA VOLUNTEERS 2023 #CALIFORNIANSFORALL YOUTH SERVICE CORPS THROUGH THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA FOR THE CITY OF SANTA ANA YOUTH EMPLOYMENT PROJECT
2. Authorize the City Manager, or designee, to conduct all negotiations, sign, and submit all documents, including, but not limited to applications, agreements, amendments, and payment requests, which may be necessary for the completion of the Project scope, including but not limited to agreements with contractors, consultants, and vendors detailed in Exhibit B Budget Detail of the Grant Agreement.
3. Approve an appropriation adjustment to recognize $2,000,000 in funds from ARPA CA FOR ALL YOUTH WDPState GrantDirect account (no. 1831800252025) and appropriating the same amount to expenditure account (no. 18318763various). (Requires five affirmative votes)
10. Adopt a Resolution Approving the City’s Annual Statement of Investment Policy 2024 2025; Receive and File Annual Statement of Investment Policy 20242025 Department(s): Finance and Management Services
Recommended Action: 1. Adopt a Resolution approving the City’s 20242025 Investment Policy.
RESOLUTION NO. 2024XXX entitled A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA ANA APPROVING THE CITY’S STATEMENT OF INVESTMENT POLICY
2. Receive and file the Annual Statement of Investment Policy 20242025.
11. Adopt a Resolution Establishing the Appropriations Limit of the City of Santa Ana for FY 202425
Department(s): Finance and Management Services
Recommended Action: Adopt a resolution establishing the appropriations limit of the City of Santa Ana for FY 202425, as required by state law.
RESOLUTION NO. 2024XXX entitled A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA ANA ESTABLISHING THE APPROPRIATION LIMIT OF THE CITY OF SANTA ANA FOR FISCAL YEAR 20242025
12. Adoption of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) Establishing the Terms and Conditions of Employment for Classifications Represented by the Santa Ana Police Officers Association (SAPOA) Effective January 1, 2024 through June 30, 2027, and Adoption of a Resolution Updating the Compensation and Salary Schedule of Sworn Classifications of the Santa Ana Police Management Association (SAPMA) Department(s): Human Resources
Recommended Action: 1. Authorize the City Manager to execute a Memorandum of Understanding with SAPOA regarding wages, hours, and other terms and conditions of employment effective January 1, 2024 through June 30, 2027, and authorize non substantive changes which may be necessary to implement the agreement (Agreement No. A2024XXX); and
2. Approve a Resolution updating the compensation and salary schedule for sworn classifications of the SAPMA.
RESOLUTION NO. 2024XXX entitled A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA ANA TO EFFECT CERTAIN CHANGES TO THE CITY’S CLASSIFICATION AND COMPENSATION PLAN
13. Adopt a Resolution Authorizing Ceremonial Street Naming of Virginia and William Guzman Way (General Fund)
Department(s): Public Works Agency
Recommended Action: 1. Adopt a resolution authorizing the Ceremonial Street Naming of Virginia and William Guzman Way along Santa Ana Boulevard from Pacific Avenue to Forest Avenue.
RESOLUTION NO. 2024XXX entitled A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA ANA DIRECTING AND AUTHORIZING A CEREMONIAL STREET NAME OF VIRGINIA AND WILLIAM GUZMAN WAY ALONG SANTA ANA BOULEVARD FROM PACIFIC AVENUE TO FOREST AVENUE
2. Direct Staff to install two ceremonial street signs along Santa Ana Boulevard at the intersections of Pacific Avenue and Forest Avenue.
14. Adopt a Resolution Authorizing Ceremonial Street Naming of Warren Bussey Square (General Fund)
Department(s): Public Works Agency
Recommended Action: 1. Adopt a resolution authorizing the Ceremonial Street Naming of Warren Bussey Square at the intersection of Pacific Avenue and Walnut Street.
RESOLUTION NO. 2024XXX entitled A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA ANA DIRECTING AND AUTHORIZING A CEREMONIAL STREET NAME OF WARREN BUSSEY SQUARE AT THE INTERSECTION OF PACIFIC AVENUE AND WALNUT STREET
2. Direct Staff to install two ceremonial street signs at the intersection of Pacific Avenue and Walnut Street.
15. Second Reading of the Local Resident Preference in Affordable Housing Ordinance First reading at the June 4, 2024 City Council meeting and approved by a vote of 70.
Published in the OC Reporter on June 10, 2024.
Department(s): Community Development Agency
Recommended Action: Conduct a second reading of the Local Resident Preference in Affordable Housing Ordinance to comply with the State of California Local Tenant Preferences to Prevent Displacement Act and codify the City’s existing local resident preference policy.
ORDINANCE NO. NS3066 entitled AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA ANA CREATING A NEW ARTICLE XXI IN CHAPTER 8 OF THE MUNICIPAL CODE TO CODIFY THE CITY’S LOCAL RESIDENT
PREFERENCE IN AFFORDABLE HOUSING (includes determination that the ordinance is not subject to the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) pursuant to Sections 15060(c)(2) because the activity will not result in a direct or reasonably foreseeable indirect physical change in the environment and 15060(c)(3) because the activity is not a project as defined in Section 15378 of the CEQA Guidelines)
16. Second Reading and Adoption of City Council Ordinance No. NS3067 Appropriating Monies to the Several Offices, Agencies, and Departments of the City of Santa Ana for the Fiscal Year Budget Period Commencing July 1, 2024 (REVISED) First reading at the June 4, 2024 City Council meeting and approved by a vote of 70.
Published in the OC Reporter on June 10, 2024.
Department(s): Finance and Management Services
Recommended Action: Approve the second reading and adopt Ordinance No. NS 3067 to appropriate monies to the several offices, agencies, and departments of the City for Fiscal Year 202425 (FY2425), which begins on July 1, 2024 and ends on June 30, 2025. (Requires five affirmative votes)
UNCODIFIED ORDINANCE NO. NS3067 entitled AN UNCODIFIED ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA ANA APPROPRIATING MONIES TO SEVERAL OFFICES, AGENCIES, AND DEPARTMENTS OF THE CITY FOR FISCAL YEAR BUDGET PERIOD COMMENCING JULY 1, 2024
**END OF CONSENT CALENDAR**
BUSINESS CALENDAR
17. Review of City Charter Amendments Concerning Rent Stabilization Ordinance and NonCitizen Voting and Resolutions Required to Submit to Voters at the November 5, 2024 Municipal Election Ballot Measures Relating to Proposed Charter Amendments Concerning Ethics Code, Capital Improvement Funds, City Clerk and City Attorney Authority, Civil Service, and Council Compensation
Department(s): City Attorney’s Office
Recommended Action: 1. Adopt a resolution giving notice of the City's General Municipal Election to be held in the City of Santa Ana on November 5, 2024 for the submission of questions to the voters relating to proposed amendments to the City Charter;
RESOLUTION NO. 2024XXX entitled A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA ANA GIVING NOTICE OF A GENERAL MUNICIPAL ELECTION TO BE HELD IN THE CITY OF SANTA ANA ON NOVEMBER 5, 2024 FOR THE SUBMISSION TO THE VOTERS OF QUESTIONS RELATING TO THE
AMENDMENT OF THE CITY CHARTER IN REGARD TO SECTIONS 401.5 (ETHICS CODE), 402 (COUNCIL COMPENSATION), 611 (CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT FUNDS), 702 (CITY CLERK AUTHORITY), 703 (CITY ATTORNEY AUTHORITY), 1002 (CIVIL SERVICE), AND 1103 (BONDS)
2. Adopt a resolution designating the ballot questions related to the proposed City Charter amendments;
RESOLUTION NO. 2024XXX entitled A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA ANA SETTING FORTH THE LANGUAGE OF BALLOT TITLES FOR CITY CHARTER AMENDMENTS REGARDING CLEANUP OF OBSOLETE SECTIONS, CIVIL SERVICE, ETHICS CODE, CITY CLERK AND CITY ATTORNEY AUTHORITY AND COUNCIL COMPENSATION TO BE INCLUDED ON THE BALLOT FOR THE 2024 GENERAL MUNICIPAL ELECTION
3. Review City Charter amendments concerning rent stabilization and just cause eviction ordinance and consider whether to adopt revised resolution; and RESOLUTION NO. 2024XXX entitled RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA ANA GIVING NOTICE OF A GENERAL MUNICIPAL ELECTION TO BE HELD IN THE CITY OF SANTA ANA ON NOVEMBER 5, 2024 FOR THE SUBMISSION OF A BALLOT MEASURE TO THE QUALIFIED VOTERS
PROPOSING A RENT STABILIZATION AND JUST CAUSE EVICTION ORDINANCE AND REQUESTING THE ORANGE COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS TO CONSOLIDATE THIS ELECTION WITH THE STATEWIDE GENERAL ELECTION
4. Review City Charter amendment concerning noncitizen voting and consider whether to adopt revised resolution.
RESOLUTION NO. 2024XXX entitled A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA ANA CALLING AND GIVING NOTICE OF A GENERAL MUNICIPAL ELECTION TO BE HELD IN THE CITY OF SANTA ANA ON NOVEMBER 5, 2024 FOR THE SUBMISSION OF A BALLOT MEASURE TO THE QUALIFIED VOTERS ASKING IF THE CITY OF SANTA ANA SHOULD PERMIT NONCITIZEN VOTING IN ALL CITY MUNICIPAL ELECTIONS
**END OF BUSINESS CALENDAR**
COUNCILMEMBER REQUESTED ITEMS
18. Discuss and Consider Providing Direction to the City Manager, City Clerk, and City Attorney to Prepare Necessary Documents to Propose a Cigarette Litter Abatement Tax – Councilmembers Hernandez and Vazquez (continued from the City Council meeting of June 4, 2024, Item No. 41)
19. Discuss and Consider Providing Direction to the City Manager on the Interest in Launching a Street Medicine Program with CalOptima – Mayor Amezcua CITY MANAGER 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.
1. June 1820, 2024 Councilmember Hernandez – NALEO 41 Annual Conference, Las Vegas, NV
2. June 1820, 2024 Councilmember Penaloza – NALEO 41 Annual Conference, Las Vegas, NV
3. June 1820, 2024 Councilmember Vazquez – NALEO 41 Annual Conference, Las Vegas, NV
4. June 1820, 2024 Mayor Amezcua – NALEO 41 Annual Conference, Las Vegas, NV ADJOURNMENT – Adjourn the City Council meeting.
Future Items
1. Digital Marquee Agreement
2. Ballot Measures Resolutions Providing for Arguments and Rebuttals
3. Public Hearing – OHDC/C&C Garden Court Apartments Amended and Restated Affordability Restrictions and TEFRA Resolution
4. Public Hearing (Successor Agency) – Resolution and Purchase and Sale Agreement for Acquisition of Real Property for Parking Lot
POSTING STATEMENT: On June 11, 2024, a true and correct copy of this agenda was posted at the entrance to City Hall, 20 Civic Center Plaza, Santa Ana, CA 92701. Internet Access to City Council, Agency, and Authority agendas and related material is available prior to meetings at santaana.org/agendasandminutes.
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June 18, 2024
TELECONFERENCE INFORMATION:
Pursuant to Government Code Section 54953(b), Mayor Amezcua and Councilmembers Penaloza and Vazquez will participate in the meeting via teleconference from Bellagio Las Vegas, 3600 Las Vegas Boulevard South, Las Vegas, NV 89109 (with the room number(s) posted in the conference center hallway). The Agenda will be posted at the teleconference location and any member of the public wishing to address the legislative body directly may do so at the teleconference location pursuant to Government Code Section 54954.3.
CLOSED SESSION MEETING – 4:30 PM
REGULAR OPEN MEETING – 5:30 PM
(Immediately following the Closed Session Meeting)
CITY COUNCIL CHAMBER
22 Civic Center Plaza Santa Ana, CA 92701
Valerie Amezcua
Mayor
Thai Viet Phan
Mayor Pro Tem – Ward 1
Benjamin Vazquez
Councilmember Ward 2
Jessie Lopez
Councilmember Ward 3
Phil Bacerra
Councilmember Ward 4
Johnathan Ryan Hernandez
Councilmember Ward 5
David Penaloza
Councilmember Ward 6
Mayor and Council telephone: 7146476900
Agenda item inquiries: 7146476520
Sonia R. Carvalho
City Attorney
Alvaro Nuñez
Acting City Manager
Jennifer L. Hall
City Clerk
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/agendasandminutes 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. As a courtesy to the public, 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 3.
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 City Clerk, 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 two (2) hours before the scheduled start 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 – As a courtesy, 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) 900 9128 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) agenda/general comments, iii) special agenda 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. 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 4:30 p.m. for Closed Session items and by 5:45 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 4:00 p.m. YOU MUST JOIN ZOOM OR THE CONFERENCE CALL and raise your hand BY 4:30 p.m. Speakers who are not in the speaker queue with their hand raised by 4:30 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 4:00 p.m. YOU MUST JOIN ZOOM OR THE CONFERENCE CALL and raise your hand PRIOR TO 5:45 p.m. Speakers who are not in the speaker queue with their hand raised by 5:45 p.m. will not be permitted to speak.
TRANSLATION SERVICES Spanish interpreting services are provided at City Council meetings. Simultaneous Spanish interpretation is provided through the use of headsets and consecutive interpretation (SpanishtoEnglish) in addition to those wishing to address the City Council at the podium.
La ciudad provee servicios de interpretación al español en las juntas del Consejo.
La interpretación simultánea al español se ofrece por medio del uso de audífonos y la interpretación consecutiva (español a inglés) también está disponible para cualquiera que desee dirigirse al consejo municipal en el podio.
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TELECONFERENCE INFORMATION :
Pursuant to Government Code Section 54953(b), Mayor Amezcua and Councilmembers Penaloza and Vazquez will participate in the meeting via teleconference from Bellagio Las Vegas, 3600 Las Vegas Boulevard South, Las Vegas, NV 89109 (with the room number(s) posted in the conference center hallway). The Agenda will be posted at the teleconference location and any member of the public wishing to address the legislative body directly may do so at the teleconference location pursuant to Government Code Section 54954.3.
CLOSED SESSION
CALL TO ORDER
ATTENDANCE Council Members Phil Bacerra
Johnathan Ryan Hernandez
Jessie Lopez
David Penaloza
Benjamin Vazquez
Mayor Pro Tem Thai Viet Phan
Mayor Valerie Amezcua
Acting City Manager Alvaro Nuñez
City Attorney Sonia R. Carvalho
City Clerk Jennifer L. Hall
ROLL CALL
ADDITIONS\DELETIONS TO CLOSED SESSION
PUBLIC COMMENTS – Members of the public may address the City Council on Closed Session items.
RECESS – City Council will recess to Closed Session for the purpose of conducting regular City business.
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. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSELEXISTING LITIGATION pursuant to Paragraph (1) of subdivision (d) of Section 54956.9 of the Government Code:
A. James V. Lacy, United States Justice Foundation, California Public Policy Foundation, and Pasquale Talarico v. Jennifer Hall, in her official capacity as Santa Ana City Clerk and Bob Page, in his official capacity as Orange County Registrar of Voters, Orange County Superior Court, Case No. 30202401402208CUWMCJC
2. PUBLIC EMPLOYEE EMPLOYMENT/APPOINTMENT pursuant to Section 54957(b) (1) of the Government Code:
Title: City Manager
3. CONFERENCE WITH LABOR NEGOTIATOR pursuant to Government Code Section 54957.6(a):
Agency Designated Representative: Jacob Green, Greg Devereaux Unrepresented Employee: City Manager
RECONVENE – City Council will reconvene to continue regular City business.
TELECONFERENCE INFORMATION :
Pursuant to Government Code Section 54953(b), Mayor Amezcua and Councilmembers Penaloza and Vazquez will participate in the meeting via teleconference from Bellagio Las Vegas, 3600 Las Vegas Boulevard South, Las Vegas, NV 89109 (with the room number(s) posted in the conference center hallway). The Agenda will be posted at the teleconference location and any member of the public wishing to address the legislative body directly may do so at the teleconference location pursuant to Government Code Section 54954.3.
CITY COUNCIL REGULAR OPEN SESSION
CALL TO ORDER
ATTENDANCE Council Members Phil Bacerra
Johnathan Ryan Hernandez
Jessie Lopez
David Penaloza
Benjamin Vazquez
Mayor Pro Tem Thai Viet Phan
Mayor Valerie Amezcua
Acting City Manager Alvaro Nuñez
City Attorney Sonia R. Carvalho
City Clerk Jennifer L. Hall
ROLL CALL
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE Mayor Amezcua
WORDS OF INSPIRATION Police Chaplain
ADDITIONS\DELETIONS TO THE AGENDA
CEREMONIAL PRESENTATIONS
1. Certificate of Recognition presented by Councilmember Lopez to Union Trans GNC for their contributions to the community
CLOSED SESSION REPORT – The City Attorney will report on any action(s) from Closed Session.
PUBLIC COMMENTS – Public comments will be held during the beginning of the meeting for ALL comments on agenda and nonagenda items.
CONSENT CALENDAR
RECOMMENDED ACTION: Approve staff recommendations on the following Consent Calendar Items: 2 through 16 and waive reading of all resolutions and ordinances.
2. Excused Absences
Department(s): City Clerk’s Office
Recommended Action: Excuse the absent members.
3. Minutes from the Regular Meeting of June 4, 2024
Department(s): City Clerk’s Office
Recommended Action: Approve minutes.
4. Appoint Neylen Adoni Muñoz Nominated by Councilmember Penaloza as the Ward 6 Representative to the Youth Commission for a Partial Term Expiring December 8, 2026 Department(s): City Clerk’s Office
Recommended Action: Appoint Neylen Adoni Muñoz to the Youth Commission as the Ward 6 representative and administer Oath of Office. (Pursuant to SAMC Sec. 2 326(a), requires five affirmative votes)
5. Approve Agreement with Elite Command Training for Training Services in the Amount of $279,890 for the Urban Areas Security Initiative Grant Program (NonGeneral Fund) Department(s): Police Department
Recommended Action: Authorize the City Manager to execute an agreement, with Elite Command Training to provide ongoing training deliverables to the Anaheim/Santa Ana Urban Area on an asneeded basis, for the threeyear period of June 18, 2024 through June 17, 2027, with two oneyear renewal options, in an amount not to exceed $279,890 (Agreement No. 2024XXX).
6. Approve Agreement with CDCE, Inc. for Mobile Data Communications Equipment and Installation Services (Spec No. 24064) (General Fund and NonGeneral Fund) Department(s): Police Department
Recommended Action: Authorize the City Manager to execute an agreement with CDCE, Inc. to provide mobile data communications equipment and installation services in an amount not to exceed $524,724 including a $25,000 contingency amount, for a term beginning June 18, 2024 and expiring June 17, 2029 (Agreement No. A2024XXX).
7. Approve an Agreement with Community SeniorServ, Inc. dba Meals On Wheels Orange County for the Senior Meals Program (General Fund)
Department(s): Parks, Recreation, and Community Services Recommended Action: Authorize the City Manager to execute an agreement with Community SeniorServ, Inc. dba Meals On Wheels Orange County for the Senior Meals Program in an amount of $90,300 for base services (Home Delivered Meals and Lunch Cafe Programs) and $9,700 for additional as needed services, for a total not to exceed amount of $100,000 for the period July 1, 2024 to June 30, 2025 to be funded by the General Fund (Agreement No. A2024XXX).
8. Approve an Agreement with Coach Max Corp and Elite Executive Charter, LLC to Provide Charter Bus Transportation Services (General Fund) Department(s): Parks, Recreation, and Community Services Recommended Action: Authorize the City Manager to execute aggregate agreements with Coach Max Corp and Elite Executive Charter, LLC to provide charter bus transportation for City programs and events for a term from July 1, 2024 through June 30, 2027, with two (2), one (1) year renewal options for a total amount, including extensions, nottoexceed $500,000 (General Fund) (Agreement Nos. A2024XXX and A2024XXX).
9. Adopt a Resolution and Approve an Appropriation Adjustment to Accept the State California Volunteers Award Agreement JP2017GFI
Department(s): Community Development Agency
Recommended Action:
1. Adopt a resolution to accept the State California Volunteers grant award, and authorize the City Manager to enter into State of California – Department of General Services, Standard Agreement No. JP2017GF1 (Grant Agreement) for $2,000,000 for the Youth Employment Project (Project).
RESOLUTION NO. 2024XXX entitled A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA ANA APPROVING THE ACCEPTANCE OF GRANT FUNDS FOR CALIFORNIA VOLUNTEERS 2023 #CALIFORNIANSFORALL YOUTH SERVICE CORPS THROUGH THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA FOR THE CITY OF SANTA ANA YOUTH EMPLOYMENT PROJECT
2. Authorize the City Manager, or designee, to conduct all negotiations, sign, and submit all documents, including, but not limited to applications, agreements, amendments, and payment requests, which may be necessary for the completion of the Project scope, including but not limited to agreements with contractors, consultants, and vendors detailed in Exhibit B Budget Detail of the Grant Agreement.
3. Approve an appropriation adjustment to recognize $2,000,000 in funds from ARPA CA FOR ALL YOUTH WDPState GrantDirect account (no. 1831800252025) and appropriating the same amount to expenditure account (no. 18318763various). (Requires five affirmative votes)
10. Adopt a Resolution Approving the City’s Annual Statement of Investment Policy 2024 2025; Receive and File Annual Statement of Investment Policy 20242025 Department(s): Finance and Management Services
Recommended Action: 1. Adopt a Resolution approving the City’s 20242025 Investment Policy.
RESOLUTION NO. 2024XXX entitled A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA ANA APPROVING THE CITY’S STATEMENT OF INVESTMENT POLICY
2. Receive and file the Annual Statement of Investment Policy 20242025.
11. Adopt a Resolution Establishing the Appropriations Limit of the City of Santa Ana for FY 202425
Department(s): Finance and Management Services
Recommended Action: Adopt a resolution establishing the appropriations limit of the City of Santa Ana for FY 202425, as required by state law.
RESOLUTION NO. 2024XXX entitled A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA ANA ESTABLISHING THE APPROPRIATION LIMIT OF THE CITY OF SANTA ANA FOR FISCAL YEAR 20242025
12. Adoption of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) Establishing the Terms and Conditions of Employment for Classifications Represented by the Santa Ana Police Officers Association (SAPOA) Effective January 1, 2024 through June 30, 2027, and Adoption of a Resolution Updating the Compensation and Salary Schedule of Sworn Classifications of the Santa Ana Police Management Association (SAPMA) Department(s): Human Resources
Recommended Action: 1. Authorize the City Manager to execute a Memorandum of Understanding with SAPOA regarding wages, hours, and other terms and conditions of employment effective January 1, 2024 through June 30, 2027, and authorize non substantive changes which may be necessary to implement the agreement (Agreement No. A2024XXX); and
2. Approve a Resolution updating the compensation and salary schedule for sworn classifications of the SAPMA.
RESOLUTION NO. 2024XXX entitled A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA ANA TO EFFECT CERTAIN CHANGES TO THE CITY’S CLASSIFICATION AND COMPENSATION PLAN
13. Adopt a Resolution Authorizing Ceremonial Street Naming of Virginia and William Guzman Way (General Fund)
Department(s): Public Works Agency
Recommended Action: 1. Adopt a resolution authorizing the Ceremonial Street Naming of Virginia and William Guzman Way along Santa Ana Boulevard from Pacific Avenue to Forest Avenue.
RESOLUTION NO. 2024XXX entitled A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA ANA DIRECTING AND AUTHORIZING A CEREMONIAL STREET NAME OF VIRGINIA AND WILLIAM GUZMAN WAY ALONG SANTA ANA BOULEVARD FROM PACIFIC AVENUE TO FOREST AVENUE
2. Direct Staff to install two ceremonial street signs along Santa Ana Boulevard at the intersections of Pacific Avenue and Forest Avenue.
14. Adopt a Resolution Authorizing Ceremonial Street Naming of Warren Bussey Square (General Fund)
Department(s): Public Works Agency
Recommended Action: 1. Adopt a resolution authorizing the Ceremonial Street Naming of Warren Bussey Square at the intersection of Pacific Avenue and Walnut Street.
RESOLUTION NO. 2024XXX entitled A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA ANA DIRECTING AND AUTHORIZING A CEREMONIAL STREET NAME OF WARREN BUSSEY SQUARE AT THE INTERSECTION OF PACIFIC AVENUE AND WALNUT STREET
2. Direct Staff to install two ceremonial street signs at the intersection of Pacific Avenue and Walnut Street.
15. Second Reading of the Local Resident Preference in Affordable Housing Ordinance First reading at the June 4, 2024 City Council meeting and approved by a vote of 70.
Published in the OC Reporter on June 10, 2024.
Department(s): Community Development Agency
Recommended Action: Conduct a second reading of the Local Resident Preference in Affordable Housing Ordinance to comply with the State of California Local Tenant Preferences to Prevent Displacement Act and codify the City’s existing local resident preference policy.
ORDINANCE NO. NS3066 entitled AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA ANA CREATING A NEW ARTICLE XXI IN CHAPTER 8 OF THE MUNICIPAL CODE TO CODIFY THE CITY’S LOCAL RESIDENT
PREFERENCE IN AFFORDABLE HOUSING (includes determination that the ordinance is not subject to the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) pursuant to Sections 15060(c)(2) because the activity will not result in a direct or reasonably foreseeable indirect physical change in the environment and 15060(c)(3) because the activity is not a project as defined in Section 15378 of the CEQA Guidelines)
16. Second Reading and Adoption of City Council Ordinance No. NS3067 Appropriating Monies to the Several Offices, Agencies, and Departments of the City of Santa Ana for the Fiscal Year Budget Period Commencing July 1, 2024 (REVISED) First reading at the June 4, 2024 City Council meeting and approved by a vote of 70.
Published in the OC Reporter on June 10, 2024.
Department(s): Finance and Management Services
Recommended Action: Approve the second reading and adopt Ordinance No. NS 3067 to appropriate monies to the several offices, agencies, and departments of the City for Fiscal Year 202425 (FY2425), which begins on July 1, 2024 and ends on June 30, 2025. (Requires five affirmative votes)
UNCODIFIED ORDINANCE NO. NS3067 entitled AN UNCODIFIED ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA ANA APPROPRIATING MONIES TO SEVERAL OFFICES, AGENCIES, AND DEPARTMENTS OF THE CITY FOR FISCAL YEAR BUDGET PERIOD COMMENCING JULY 1, 2024
**END OF CONSENT CALENDAR**
BUSINESS CALENDAR
17. Review of City Charter Amendments Concerning Rent Stabilization Ordinance and NonCitizen Voting and Resolutions Required to Submit to Voters at the November 5, 2024 Municipal Election Ballot Measures Relating to Proposed Charter Amendments Concerning Ethics Code, Capital Improvement Funds, City Clerk and City Attorney Authority, Civil Service, and Council Compensation
Department(s): City Attorney’s Office
Recommended Action: 1. Adopt a resolution giving notice of the City's General Municipal Election to be held in the City of Santa Ana on November 5, 2024 for the submission of questions to the voters relating to proposed amendments to the City Charter;
RESOLUTION NO. 2024XXX entitled A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA ANA GIVING NOTICE OF A GENERAL MUNICIPAL ELECTION TO BE HELD IN THE CITY OF SANTA ANA ON NOVEMBER 5, 2024 FOR THE SUBMISSION TO THE VOTERS OF QUESTIONS RELATING TO THE
AMENDMENT OF THE CITY CHARTER IN REGARD TO SECTIONS 401.5 (ETHICS CODE), 402 (COUNCIL COMPENSATION), 611 (CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT FUNDS), 702 (CITY CLERK AUTHORITY), 703 (CITY ATTORNEY AUTHORITY), 1002 (CIVIL SERVICE), AND 1103 (BONDS)
2. Adopt a resolution designating the ballot questions related to the proposed City Charter amendments;
RESOLUTION NO. 2024XXX entitled A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA ANA SETTING FORTH THE LANGUAGE OF BALLOT TITLES FOR CITY CHARTER AMENDMENTS REGARDING CLEANUP OF OBSOLETE SECTIONS, CIVIL SERVICE, ETHICS CODE, CITY CLERK AND CITY ATTORNEY AUTHORITY AND COUNCIL COMPENSATION TO BE INCLUDED ON THE BALLOT FOR THE 2024 GENERAL MUNICIPAL ELECTION
3. Review City Charter amendments concerning rent stabilization and just cause eviction ordinance and consider whether to adopt revised resolution; and RESOLUTION NO. 2024XXX entitled RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA ANA GIVING NOTICE OF A GENERAL MUNICIPAL ELECTION TO BE HELD IN THE CITY OF SANTA ANA ON NOVEMBER 5, 2024 FOR THE SUBMISSION OF A BALLOT MEASURE TO THE QUALIFIED VOTERS
PROPOSING A RENT STABILIZATION AND JUST CAUSE EVICTION ORDINANCE AND REQUESTING THE ORANGE COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS TO CONSOLIDATE THIS ELECTION WITH THE STATEWIDE GENERAL ELECTION
4. Review City Charter amendment concerning noncitizen voting and consider whether to adopt revised resolution.
RESOLUTION NO. 2024XXX entitled A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA ANA CALLING AND GIVING NOTICE OF A GENERAL MUNICIPAL ELECTION TO BE HELD IN THE CITY OF SANTA ANA ON NOVEMBER 5, 2024 FOR THE SUBMISSION OF A BALLOT MEASURE TO THE QUALIFIED VOTERS ASKING IF THE CITY OF SANTA ANA SHOULD PERMIT NONCITIZEN VOTING IN ALL CITY MUNICIPAL ELECTIONS
**END OF BUSINESS CALENDAR**
COUNCILMEMBER REQUESTED ITEMS
18. Discuss and Consider Providing Direction to the City Manager, City Clerk, and City Attorney to Prepare Necessary Documents to Propose a Cigarette Litter Abatement Tax – Councilmembers Hernandez and Vazquez (continued from the City Council meeting of June 4, 2024, Item No. 41)
19. Discuss and Consider Providing Direction to the City Manager on the Interest in Launching a Street Medicine Program with CalOptima – Mayor Amezcua CITY MANAGER 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.
1. June 1820, 2024 Councilmember Hernandez – NALEO 41 Annual Conference, Las Vegas, NV
2. June 1820, 2024 Councilmember Penaloza – NALEO 41 Annual Conference, Las Vegas, NV
3. June 1820, 2024 Councilmember Vazquez – NALEO 41 Annual Conference, Las Vegas, NV
4. June 1820, 2024 Mayor Amezcua – NALEO 41 Annual Conference, Las Vegas, NV ADJOURNMENT – Adjourn the City Council meeting.
Future Items
1. Digital Marquee Agreement
2. Ballot Measures Resolutions Providing for Arguments and Rebuttals
3. Public Hearing – OHDC/C&C Garden Court Apartments Amended and Restated Affordability Restrictions and TEFRA Resolution
4. Public Hearing (Successor Agency) – Resolution and Purchase and Sale Agreement for Acquisition of Real Property for Parking Lot
POSTING STATEMENT: On June 11, 2024, a true and correct copy of this agenda was posted at the entrance to City Hall, 20 Civic Center Plaza, Santa Ana, CA 92701. Internet Access to City Council, Agency, and Authority agendas and related material is available prior to meetings at santaana.org/agendasandminutes.
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June 18, 2024
TELECONFERENCE INFORMATION:
Pursuant to Government Code Section 54953(b), Mayor Amezcua and Councilmembers Penaloza and Vazquez will participate in the meeting via teleconference from Bellagio Las Vegas, 3600 Las Vegas Boulevard South, Las Vegas, NV 89109 (with the room number(s) posted in the conference center hallway). The Agenda will be posted at the teleconference location and any member of the public wishing to address the legislative body directly may do so at the teleconference location pursuant to Government Code Section 54954.3.
CLOSED SESSION MEETING – 4:30 PM
REGULAR OPEN MEETING – 5:30 PM
(Immediately following the Closed Session Meeting)
CITY COUNCIL CHAMBER
22 Civic Center Plaza Santa Ana, CA 92701
Valerie Amezcua
Mayor
Thai Viet Phan
Mayor Pro Tem – Ward 1
Benjamin Vazquez
Councilmember Ward 2
Jessie Lopez
Councilmember Ward 3
Phil Bacerra
Councilmember Ward 4
Johnathan Ryan Hernandez
Councilmember Ward 5
David Penaloza
Councilmember Ward 6
Mayor and Council telephone: 7146476900
Agenda item inquiries: 7146476520
Sonia R. Carvalho
City Attorney
Alvaro Nuñez
Acting City Manager
Jennifer L. Hall
City Clerk
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/agendasandminutes 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. As a courtesy to the public, 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 3.
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 City Clerk, 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 two (2) hours before the scheduled start 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 – As a courtesy, 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) 900 9128 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) agenda/general comments, iii) special agenda 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. 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 4:30 p.m. for Closed Session items and by 5:45 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 4:00 p.m. YOU MUST JOIN ZOOM OR THE CONFERENCE CALL and raise your hand BY 4:30 p.m. Speakers who are not in the speaker queue with their hand raised by 4:30 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 4:00 p.m. YOU MUST JOIN ZOOM OR THE CONFERENCE CALL and raise your hand PRIOR TO 5:45 p.m. Speakers who are not in the speaker queue with their hand raised by 5:45 p.m. will not be permitted to speak.
TRANSLATION SERVICES Spanish interpreting services are provided at City Council meetings. Simultaneous Spanish interpretation is provided through the use of headsets and consecutive interpretation (SpanishtoEnglish) in addition to those wishing to address the City Council at the podium.
La ciudad provee servicios de interpretación al español en las juntas del Consejo.
La interpretación simultánea al español se ofrece por medio del uso de audífonos y la interpretación consecutiva (español a inglés) también está disponible para cualquiera que desee dirigirse al consejo municipal en el podio.
About the Agenda
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TELECONFERENCE INFORMATION :
Pursuant to Government Code Section 54953(b), Mayor Amezcua and Councilmembers Penaloza and Vazquez will participate in the meeting via teleconference from Bellagio Las Vegas, 3600 Las Vegas Boulevard South, Las Vegas, NV 89109 (with the room number(s) posted in the conference center hallway). The Agenda will be posted at the teleconference location and any member of the public wishing to address the legislative body directly may do so at the teleconference location pursuant to Government Code Section 54954.3.
CLOSED SESSION
CALL TO ORDER
ATTENDANCE Council Members Phil Bacerra
Johnathan Ryan Hernandez
Jessie Lopez
David Penaloza
Benjamin Vazquez
Mayor Pro Tem Thai Viet Phan
Mayor Valerie Amezcua
Acting City Manager Alvaro Nuñez
City Attorney Sonia R. Carvalho
City Clerk Jennifer L. Hall
ROLL CALL
ADDITIONS\DELETIONS TO CLOSED SESSION
PUBLIC COMMENTS – Members of the public may address the City Council on Closed Session items.
RECESS – City Council will recess to Closed Session for the purpose of conducting regular City business.
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. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSELEXISTING LITIGATION pursuant to Paragraph (1) of subdivision (d) of Section 54956.9 of the Government Code:
A. James V. Lacy, United States Justice Foundation, California Public Policy Foundation, and Pasquale Talarico v. Jennifer Hall, in her official capacity as Santa Ana City Clerk and Bob Page, in his official capacity as Orange County Registrar of Voters, Orange County Superior Court, Case No. 30202401402208CUWMCJC
2. PUBLIC EMPLOYEE EMPLOYMENT/APPOINTMENT pursuant to Section 54957(b) (1) of the Government Code:
Title: City Manager
3. CONFERENCE WITH LABOR NEGOTIATOR pursuant to Government Code Section 54957.6(a):
Agency Designated Representative: Jacob Green, Greg Devereaux Unrepresented Employee: City Manager
RECONVENE – City Council will reconvene to continue regular City business.
TELECONFERENCE INFORMATION :
Pursuant to Government Code Section 54953(b), Mayor Amezcua and Councilmembers Penaloza and Vazquez will participate in the meeting via teleconference from Bellagio Las Vegas, 3600 Las Vegas Boulevard South, Las Vegas, NV 89109 (with the room number(s) posted in the conference center hallway). The Agenda will be posted at the teleconference location and any member of the public wishing to address the legislative body directly may do so at the teleconference location pursuant to Government Code Section 54954.3.
CITY COUNCIL REGULAR OPEN SESSION
CALL TO ORDER
ATTENDANCE Council Members Phil Bacerra
Johnathan Ryan Hernandez
Jessie Lopez
David Penaloza
Benjamin Vazquez
Mayor Pro Tem Thai Viet Phan
Mayor Valerie Amezcua
Acting City Manager Alvaro Nuñez
City Attorney Sonia R. Carvalho
City Clerk Jennifer L. Hall
ROLL CALL
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE Mayor Amezcua
WORDS OF INSPIRATION Police Chaplain
ADDITIONS\DELETIONS TO THE AGENDA
CEREMONIAL PRESENTATIONS
1. Certificate of Recognition presented by Councilmember Lopez to Union Trans GNC for their contributions to the community
CLOSED SESSION REPORT – The City Attorney will report on any action(s) from Closed Session.
PUBLIC COMMENTS – Public comments will be held during the beginning of the meeting for ALL comments on agenda and nonagenda items.
CONSENT CALENDAR
RECOMMENDED ACTION: Approve staff recommendations on the following Consent Calendar Items: 2 through 16 and waive reading of all resolutions and ordinances.
2. Excused Absences
Department(s): City Clerk’s Office
Recommended Action: Excuse the absent members.
3. Minutes from the Regular Meeting of June 4, 2024
Department(s): City Clerk’s Office
Recommended Action: Approve minutes.
4. Appoint Neylen Adoni Muñoz Nominated by Councilmember Penaloza as the Ward 6 Representative to the Youth Commission for a Partial Term Expiring December 8, 2026 Department(s): City Clerk’s Office
Recommended Action: Appoint Neylen Adoni Muñoz to the Youth Commission as the Ward 6 representative and administer Oath of Office. (Pursuant to SAMC Sec. 2 326(a), requires five affirmative votes)
5. Approve Agreement with Elite Command Training for Training Services in the Amount of $279,890 for the Urban Areas Security Initiative Grant Program (NonGeneral Fund) Department(s): Police Department
Recommended Action: Authorize the City Manager to execute an agreement, with Elite Command Training to provide ongoing training deliverables to the Anaheim/Santa Ana Urban Area on an asneeded basis, for the threeyear period of June 18, 2024 through June 17, 2027, with two oneyear renewal options, in an amount not to exceed $279,890 (Agreement No. 2024XXX).
6. Approve Agreement with CDCE, Inc. for Mobile Data Communications Equipment and Installation Services (Spec No. 24064) (General Fund and NonGeneral Fund) Department(s): Police Department
Recommended Action: Authorize the City Manager to execute an agreement with CDCE, Inc. to provide mobile data communications equipment and installation services in an amount not to exceed $524,724 including a $25,000 contingency amount, for a term beginning June 18, 2024 and expiring June 17, 2029 (Agreement No. A2024XXX).
7. Approve an Agreement with Community SeniorServ, Inc. dba Meals On Wheels Orange County for the Senior Meals Program (General Fund)
Department(s): Parks, Recreation, and Community Services Recommended Action: Authorize the City Manager to execute an agreement with Community SeniorServ, Inc. dba Meals On Wheels Orange County for the Senior Meals Program in an amount of $90,300 for base services (Home Delivered Meals and Lunch Cafe Programs) and $9,700 for additional as needed services, for a total not to exceed amount of $100,000 for the period July 1, 2024 to June 30, 2025 to be funded by the General Fund (Agreement No. A2024XXX).
8. Approve an Agreement with Coach Max Corp and Elite Executive Charter, LLC to Provide Charter Bus Transportation Services (General Fund) Department(s): Parks, Recreation, and Community Services Recommended Action: Authorize the City Manager to execute aggregate agreements with Coach Max Corp and Elite Executive Charter, LLC to provide charter bus transportation for City programs and events for a term from July 1, 2024 through June 30, 2027, with two (2), one (1) year renewal options for a total amount, including extensions, nottoexceed $500,000 (General Fund) (Agreement Nos. A2024XXX and A2024XXX).
9. Adopt a Resolution and Approve an Appropriation Adjustment to Accept the State California Volunteers Award Agreement JP2017GFI
Department(s): Community Development Agency
Recommended Action:
1. Adopt a resolution to accept the State California Volunteers grant award, and authorize the City Manager to enter into State of California – Department of General Services, Standard Agreement No. JP2017GF1 (Grant Agreement) for $2,000,000 for the Youth Employment Project (Project).
RESOLUTION NO. 2024XXX entitled A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA ANA APPROVING THE ACCEPTANCE OF GRANT FUNDS FOR CALIFORNIA VOLUNTEERS 2023 #CALIFORNIANSFORALL YOUTH SERVICE CORPS THROUGH THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA FOR THE CITY OF SANTA ANA YOUTH EMPLOYMENT PROJECT
2. Authorize the City Manager, or designee, to conduct all negotiations, sign, and submit all documents, including, but not limited to applications, agreements, amendments, and payment requests, which may be necessary for the completion of the Project scope, including but not limited to agreements with contractors, consultants, and vendors detailed in Exhibit B Budget Detail of the Grant Agreement.
3. Approve an appropriation adjustment to recognize $2,000,000 in funds from ARPA CA FOR ALL YOUTH WDPState GrantDirect account (no. 1831800252025) and appropriating the same amount to expenditure account (no. 18318763various). (Requires five affirmative votes)
10. Adopt a Resolution Approving the City’s Annual Statement of Investment Policy 2024 2025; Receive and File Annual Statement of Investment Policy 20242025 Department(s): Finance and Management Services
Recommended Action: 1. Adopt a Resolution approving the City’s 20242025 Investment Policy.
RESOLUTION NO. 2024XXX entitled A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA ANA APPROVING THE CITY’S STATEMENT OF INVESTMENT POLICY
2. Receive and file the Annual Statement of Investment Policy 20242025.
11. Adopt a Resolution Establishing the Appropriations Limit of the City of Santa Ana for FY 202425
Department(s): Finance and Management Services
Recommended Action: Adopt a resolution establishing the appropriations limit of the City of Santa Ana for FY 202425, as required by state law.
RESOLUTION NO. 2024XXX entitled A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA ANA ESTABLISHING THE APPROPRIATION LIMIT OF THE CITY OF SANTA ANA FOR FISCAL YEAR 20242025
12. Adoption of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) Establishing the Terms and Conditions of Employment for Classifications Represented by the Santa Ana Police Officers Association (SAPOA) Effective January 1, 2024 through June 30, 2027, and Adoption of a Resolution Updating the Compensation and Salary Schedule of Sworn Classifications of the Santa Ana Police Management Association (SAPMA) Department(s): Human Resources
Recommended Action: 1. Authorize the City Manager to execute a Memorandum of Understanding with SAPOA regarding wages, hours, and other terms and conditions of employment effective January 1, 2024 through June 30, 2027, and authorize non substantive changes which may be necessary to implement the agreement (Agreement No. A2024XXX); and
2. Approve a Resolution updating the compensation and salary schedule for sworn classifications of the SAPMA.
RESOLUTION NO. 2024XXX entitled A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA ANA TO EFFECT CERTAIN CHANGES TO THE CITY’S CLASSIFICATION AND COMPENSATION PLAN
13. Adopt a Resolution Authorizing Ceremonial Street Naming of Virginia and William Guzman Way (General Fund)
Department(s): Public Works Agency
Recommended Action: 1. Adopt a resolution authorizing the Ceremonial Street Naming of Virginia and William Guzman Way along Santa Ana Boulevard from Pacific Avenue to Forest Avenue.
RESOLUTION NO. 2024XXX entitled A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA ANA DIRECTING AND AUTHORIZING A CEREMONIAL STREET NAME OF VIRGINIA AND WILLIAM GUZMAN WAY ALONG SANTA ANA BOULEVARD FROM PACIFIC AVENUE TO FOREST AVENUE
2. Direct Staff to install two ceremonial street signs along Santa Ana Boulevard at the intersections of Pacific Avenue and Forest Avenue.
14. Adopt a Resolution Authorizing Ceremonial Street Naming of Warren Bussey Square (General Fund)
Department(s): Public Works Agency
Recommended Action: 1. Adopt a resolution authorizing the Ceremonial Street Naming of Warren Bussey Square at the intersection of Pacific Avenue and Walnut Street.
RESOLUTION NO. 2024XXX entitled A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA ANA DIRECTING AND AUTHORIZING A CEREMONIAL STREET NAME OF WARREN BUSSEY SQUARE AT THE INTERSECTION OF PACIFIC AVENUE AND WALNUT STREET
2. Direct Staff to install two ceremonial street signs at the intersection of Pacific Avenue and Walnut Street.
15. Second Reading of the Local Resident Preference in Affordable Housing Ordinance First reading at the June 4, 2024 City Council meeting and approved by a vote of 70.
Published in the OC Reporter on June 10, 2024.
Department(s): Community Development Agency
Recommended Action: Conduct a second reading of the Local Resident Preference in Affordable Housing Ordinance to comply with the State of California Local Tenant Preferences to Prevent Displacement Act and codify the City’s existing local resident preference policy.
ORDINANCE NO. NS3066 entitled AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA ANA CREATING A NEW ARTICLE XXI IN CHAPTER 8 OF THE MUNICIPAL CODE TO CODIFY THE CITY’S LOCAL RESIDENT
PREFERENCE IN AFFORDABLE HOUSING (includes determination that the ordinance is not subject to the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) pursuant to Sections 15060(c)(2) because the activity will not result in a direct or reasonably foreseeable indirect physical change in the environment and 15060(c)(3) because the activity is not a project as defined in Section 15378 of the CEQA Guidelines)
16. Second Reading and Adoption of City Council Ordinance No. NS3067 Appropriating Monies to the Several Offices, Agencies, and Departments of the City of Santa Ana for the Fiscal Year Budget Period Commencing July 1, 2024 (REVISED) First reading at the June 4, 2024 City Council meeting and approved by a vote of 70.
Published in the OC Reporter on June 10, 2024.
Department(s): Finance and Management Services
Recommended Action: Approve the second reading and adopt Ordinance No. NS 3067 to appropriate monies to the several offices, agencies, and departments of the City for Fiscal Year 202425 (FY2425), which begins on July 1, 2024 and ends on June 30, 2025. (Requires five affirmative votes)
UNCODIFIED ORDINANCE NO. NS3067 entitled AN UNCODIFIED ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA ANA APPROPRIATING MONIES TO SEVERAL OFFICES, AGENCIES, AND DEPARTMENTS OF THE CITY FOR FISCAL YEAR BUDGET PERIOD COMMENCING JULY 1, 2024
**END OF CONSENT CALENDAR**
BUSINESS CALENDAR
17. Review of City Charter Amendments Concerning Rent Stabilization Ordinance and NonCitizen Voting and Resolutions Required to Submit to Voters at the November 5, 2024 Municipal Election Ballot Measures Relating to Proposed Charter Amendments Concerning Ethics Code, Capital Improvement Funds, City Clerk and City Attorney Authority, Civil Service, and Council Compensation
Department(s): City Attorney’s Office
Recommended Action: 1. Adopt a resolution giving notice of the City's General Municipal Election to be held in the City of Santa Ana on November 5, 2024 for the submission of questions to the voters relating to proposed amendments to the City Charter;
RESOLUTION NO. 2024XXX entitled A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA ANA GIVING NOTICE OF A GENERAL MUNICIPAL ELECTION TO BE HELD IN THE CITY OF SANTA ANA ON NOVEMBER 5, 2024 FOR THE SUBMISSION TO THE VOTERS OF QUESTIONS RELATING TO THE
AMENDMENT OF THE CITY CHARTER IN REGARD TO SECTIONS 401.5 (ETHICS CODE), 402 (COUNCIL COMPENSATION), 611 (CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT FUNDS), 702 (CITY CLERK AUTHORITY), 703 (CITY ATTORNEY AUTHORITY), 1002 (CIVIL SERVICE), AND 1103 (BONDS)
2. Adopt a resolution designating the ballot questions related to the proposed City Charter amendments;
RESOLUTION NO. 2024XXX entitled A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA ANA SETTING FORTH THE LANGUAGE OF BALLOT TITLES FOR CITY CHARTER AMENDMENTS REGARDING CLEANUP OF OBSOLETE SECTIONS, CIVIL SERVICE, ETHICS CODE, CITY CLERK AND CITY ATTORNEY AUTHORITY AND COUNCIL COMPENSATION TO BE INCLUDED ON THE BALLOT FOR THE 2024 GENERAL MUNICIPAL ELECTION
3. Review City Charter amendments concerning rent stabilization and just cause eviction ordinance and consider whether to adopt revised resolution; and RESOLUTION NO. 2024XXX entitled RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA ANA GIVING NOTICE OF A GENERAL MUNICIPAL ELECTION TO BE HELD IN THE CITY OF SANTA ANA ON NOVEMBER 5, 2024 FOR THE SUBMISSION OF A BALLOT MEASURE TO THE QUALIFIED VOTERS
PROPOSING A RENT STABILIZATION AND JUST CAUSE EVICTION ORDINANCE AND REQUESTING THE ORANGE COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS TO CONSOLIDATE THIS ELECTION WITH THE STATEWIDE GENERAL ELECTION
4. Review City Charter amendment concerning noncitizen voting and consider whether to adopt revised resolution.
RESOLUTION NO. 2024XXX entitled A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA ANA CALLING AND GIVING NOTICE OF A GENERAL MUNICIPAL ELECTION TO BE HELD IN THE CITY OF SANTA ANA ON NOVEMBER 5, 2024 FOR THE SUBMISSION OF A BALLOT MEASURE TO THE QUALIFIED VOTERS ASKING IF THE CITY OF SANTA ANA SHOULD PERMIT NONCITIZEN VOTING IN ALL CITY MUNICIPAL ELECTIONS
**END OF BUSINESS CALENDAR**
COUNCILMEMBER REQUESTED ITEMS
18. Discuss and Consider Providing Direction to the City Manager, City Clerk, and City Attorney to Prepare Necessary Documents to Propose a Cigarette Litter Abatement Tax – Councilmembers Hernandez and Vazquez (continued from the City Council meeting of June 4, 2024, Item No. 41)
19. Discuss and Consider Providing Direction to the City Manager on the Interest in Launching a Street Medicine Program with CalOptima – Mayor Amezcua CITY MANAGER 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.
1. June 1820, 2024 Councilmember Hernandez – NALEO 41 Annual Conference, Las Vegas, NV
2. June 1820, 2024 Councilmember Penaloza – NALEO 41 Annual Conference, Las Vegas, NV
3. June 1820, 2024 Councilmember Vazquez – NALEO 41 Annual Conference, Las Vegas, NV
4. June 1820, 2024 Mayor Amezcua – NALEO 41 Annual Conference, Las Vegas, NV ADJOURNMENT – Adjourn the City Council meeting.
Future Items
1. Digital Marquee Agreement
2. Ballot Measures Resolutions Providing for Arguments and Rebuttals
3. Public Hearing – OHDC/C&C Garden Court Apartments Amended and Restated Affordability Restrictions and TEFRA Resolution
4. Public Hearing (Successor Agency) – Resolution and Purchase and Sale Agreement for Acquisition of Real Property for Parking Lot
POSTING STATEMENT: On June 11, 2024, a true and correct copy of this agenda was posted at the entrance to City Hall, 20 Civic Center Plaza, Santa Ana, CA 92701. Internet Access to City Council, Agency, and Authority agendas and related material is available prior to meetings at santaana.org/agendasandminutes.
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