City Council Meeting Agenda
February 18, 2025
REGULAR OPEN MEETING – 5:30 PM
CITY COUNCIL CHAMBER
22 Civic Center Plaza Santa Ana, CA 92701
Valerie Amezcua
Mayor
Thai Viet Phan
Councilmember – Ward 1
Benjamin Vazquez
Mayor Pro Tem 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
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 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.
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) public hearing item, iv) special agenda item, or v) for Housing Authority item. You may request to speak by dialing *9 from your phone or you may virtually raise your hand from Zoom.
After the Clerk confirms the last three digits of the caller’s phone number or Zoom ID and unmutes them, the caller must press *6 or microphone icon to speak. Callers are encouraged, but not required, to identify themselves by name. Each caller will be provided three (3) minutes to speak, unless due to the number of speakers wanting to speak a decision is made to provide a different amount of time to speak.
INPERSON OPTION Members of the public can provide inperson comments at the podium in the Council Chamber. The Council Chamber will have seating available for members of the public to attend the meeting inperson. Public comments are limited to three (3) minutes per speaker, unless a different time is announced by the presiding chair. Speakers who wish to address the Council must do so by submitting a “Request to Speak” card by 5:45 p.m. for all 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 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 5:00 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.
2. LIVE PUBLIC COMMENTS ON PUBLIC HEARING ITEMS – You can provide comments by joining Zoom or the Conference Call as described in the LIVE or INPERSON PUBLIC COMMENTS OPTION above. Speakers not in the queue by 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 ).
CITY COUNCIL REGULAR OPEN SESSION
CALL TO ORDER
ATTENDANCE Council Members Phil Bacerra
Johnathan Ryan Hernandez
Jessie Lopez
David Penaloza
Thai Viet Phan
Mayor Pro Tem Benjamin Vazquez
Mayor Valerie Amezcua
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 Bob Barnett
ADDITIONS\DELETIONS TO THE AGENDA
CEREMONIAL PRESENTATIONS
1. Certificates of Recognition presented by Mayor Amezcua to Santa Ana High School Boys and Girls Wrestling Teams for their Exceptional Athletic Accomplishments
2. Certificate of Recognition presented by Councilmember Hernandez to Tyrone Tripp and the Tripp Family in honor of Black History Month and for their Outstanding Contributions to the Community
3. Proclamation presented by Councilmember Lopez to Santa Ana Unified School District declaring February 19, 2025, as “We Care Day”
PUBLIC COMMENTS – Public comments will be held during the beginning of the meeting for ALL comments on agenda and nonagenda items, with the exception of public hearings.
Comments for public hearings will take place after the hearing is opened.
CONSENT CALENDAR
RECOMMENDED ACTION: Approve staff recommendations on the following Consent Calendar Items: 4 through 16 and waive reading of all resolutions and ordinances.
4. Excused Absences
Department(s): City Clerk’s Office
Recommended Action: Excuse the absent members.
5. Minutes from the Regular Meeting of February 4, 2025 Department(s): City Clerk’s Office
Recommended Action: Approve minutes.
6. Minutes of the Regular Meetings of Arts and Culture Commission on November 21, 2024, Workforce Development Board on July 18, 2024, and Youth Commission on November 18, 2024
Department(s): City Clerk’s Office
Recommended Action: Receive and file.
7. Appoint and ReAppoint Various Boards and Commissions Members Nominated by Councilmember Hernandez as the Ward 5 Representative for a FullTerm Expiring December 12, 2028
Department(s): City Clerk’s Office
Recommended Action: Appoint the following members and administer the Oaths of Office.
1. Miguel Ochoa – Arts and Culture Commission (Pursuant to SAMC Sec. 2326(a), requires five affirmative votes.)
2. Dwayne Shipp – Community Development Commission (Pursuant to SAMC Sec. 2 326(a), requires five affirmative votes.)
3. Ruby Woo – Parks, Recreation, and Community Services Commission (Pursuant to SAMC Sec. 2326(a), requires five affirmative votes.)
4. Nathaniel Greensides – Personnel Board
5. Amalia Mejia – Police Oversight Commission (Pursuant to SAMC Sec. 2326(a), requires five affirmative votes.)
6. Adrian Ramirez – Youth Commission
7. Michael Chu – Santa Ana 2018 Measure X Citizens’ Oversight Committee
8. Workforce Development Board Bylaws
Department(s): Community Development Agency
Recommended Action: Receive and file.
9. Application to the California Workforce Development Board to Request Governor Approval to Continue as a Career Services Provider for the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act Title I Grant
Department(s): Community Development Agency
Recommended Action: Authorize application submission requesting Governor approval to continue as a Career Services Provider and an Adult Dislocated Worker service provider within a Local Workforce Development Area under the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act.
10. Purchase Order Contract to Magnet Forensics, LLC for Digital Forensic Annual License Subscription (Specification No. 25018) (NonGeneral Fund) Department(s): Police Department
Recommended Action: Authorize a purchase order to Magnet Forensics, LLC for digital forensic annual license subscription for a oneyear term beginning February 18, 2025 and expiring February 17, 2026, in an amount not to exceed $57,110.
11. Purchase Order Contracts with Action Plumbing Supply, LLC, Famcon Pipe & Supply, Inc., and Ferguson Enterprises, LLC for Copper Tubing (Specification No. 24095) (NonGeneral Fund)
Department(s): Public Works Agency
Recommended Action: Award aggregate Purchase Order Contracts to vendors listed below for copper tubing on an asneeded basis, in an annual aggregate amount not to exceed $100,000, for a term beginning February 18, 2025 and expiring February 17, 2026, with provisions for four, oneyear renewal options for a not to exceed total of $500,000.
Vendor Location
Action Plumbing Supply, LLC Mira Loma, CA
Famcon Pipe & Supply, Inc. Oxnard, CA
Ferguson Enterprises, LLC Santa Ana, CA
12. Purchase Order Contracts with FilTrek Corporation, Pure Process Filtration Inc., and Vytal Filtration TechnologiesWest for Cartridge Filters and Chlorine Filters (Specification No. 24128) (NonGeneral Fund)
Department(s): Public Works Agency
Recommended Action: Award aggregate purchase order contracts to the vendors listed below for cartridge filters and chlorine filters on asneeded basis, for an aggregate amount not to exceed $3,000,000, for a term beginning February 18, 2025 and expiring February 17, 2026, with provisions for four, oneyear renewal options.
Vendor Location
FilTrek Corporation Cambridge, Ontario (Canada)
Pure Process Filtration Inc. Garden Grove, CA
Vytal Filtration TechnologiesWestVisalia, CA
13. Agreement with IDS Group for Architectural Design Services for Santa Ana Downtown Parking Structures Improvements (Project No. 259004) (NonGeneral Fund)
Department(s): Public Works Agency
Recommended Action: Approve an agreement with IDS Group for architectural design services for Santa Ana Downtown Parking Structures Improvements for an amount of $157,587 plus a 10% contingency of $15,759, for a total amount not to exceed $173,346, for a term beginning February 18, 2025 and expiring February 17, 2027, with a provision for a twoyear extension without additional funds (Agreement No. A2025XXX).
14. Agreements with Akel Engineering Group, Inc., Cannon Corporation, EEC Environmental, HuittZollars, Inc., JIG Consultants, Kleinfelder, Inc., Psomas, Tetra Tech EC, Inc., and Water Works Engineers, LLC for OnCall Engineering Services (No. 24083) (NonGeneral Fund)
Department(s): Public Works Agency
Recommended Action: Approve agreements with Akel Engineering Group, Inc., Cannon Corporation, EEC Environmental, HuittZollars, Inc., JIG Consultants, Kleinfelder, Inc., Psomas, Tetra Tech EC, Inc., and Water Works Engineers, LLC to provide oncall engineering services, for a shared aggregate amount not to exceed $2,000,000, for a threeyear term beginning February 18, 2025 and expiring February 17, 2028, with provisions for two oneyear extensions (Core Agreement No. A2025 XXX).
15. Cooperative Agreement with Orange County Transportation Authority for the First Street Multimodal Boulevard Study (Project No. 256042) (NonGeneral Fund) Department(s): Public Works Agency
Recommended Action: 1. Approve an appropriation adjustment recognizing Regional Early Action Planning 2.0 funding in the amount of $4,300,000 into the Public ServicesStreet Safety Projects, State GrantIndirect revenue account and appropriate the same amount into the State Safety Projects, Improvements Other Than Building expenditure account (Requires five affirmative votes).
2. Approve a Cooperative Agreement with Orange County Transportation Authority in an amount not to exceed $4,300,000, for the evaluation and preliminary design of the First Street Boulevard Study, effective upon full approval of the agreement through December 31, 2027 (Agreement No. A2025XXX).
3. Approve an amendment to the Fiscal Year 202425 Capital Improvement Program to include $4,300,000 in study and design funds for the First Street Boulevard Multimodal Study (Project No. 256042).
16. Second Reading of Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Santa Ana Amending Chapter 2 of the Santa Ana Municipal Code by Adding Section 2112 Prohibiting the Award of Agreements, Contracts, or Grants to Immediate Family Members of the Mayor, City Council Members, or City Officials (Second Reading) First Reading at the February 4, 2025 City Council meeting and approved by an unanimous vote of 70. Legal notice was published in the OC Reporter on February 10, 2025.
Department(s): City Manager’s Office
Recommended Action: Conduct a second reading and adopt an ordinance amending Chapter 2 of the Santa Ana Municipal Code by adding Section 2112, which prohibits awarding agreements, contracts, or grants to immediate family members of the Mayor, City Council Members, or City Officials.
ORDINANCE NO. NS3077 entitled AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA ANA AMENDING CHAPTER 2 OF THE SANTA ANA MUNICIPAL CODE BY ADDING A NEW SECTION 2112 CONCERNING THE PROHIBITION AGAINST AWARDING OF AGREEMENTS, CONTRACTS OR GRANTS TO ANY IMMEDIATE FAMILY MEMBER OF THE MAYOR, CITY COUNCIL MEMBERS, OR CITY OFFICIALS
**END OF CONSENT CALENDAR**
PUBLIC HEARING
PUBLIC COMMENTS – Members of the public may address the City Council on each of the Public Hearing items.
17. Public Hearing for FiveYear Economic Development Subsidy Reports for TACenergy and THRIVE Santa Ana, LLC
Legal notice published in the OC Reporter on February 5, 2025.
Department(s): Community Development Agency
Recommended Action: 1. Conduct Public Hearing to consider any written or oral comments on the information contained in the FiveYear Economic Development Subsidy reports for TACenergy and THRIVE Santa Ana, LLC.
2. Receive and File Reports.
COUNCILMEMBER REQUESTED ITEMS
18. Discuss and consider directing the City Manager to direct city staff to bring back the attached Resolution for Council consideration that would OPPOSE South Coast Air Quality Management District’s (SCAQMD) proposed Amended Rules 1111 and 1121; Which will have a profound impact and impose significant costs on millions of Southern California homeowners, renters and businesses who are already struggling to make ends meet while providing minimal air quality benefit. – Councilmember David Penaloza
WORK STUDY SESSION
19. Work Study Session for Parking Enterprise Fund 27
Department(s): Community Development Agency
Recommended Action: Discuss and provide direction to staff for budget, rates, and hours of operation that relate to the Parking Enterprise Fund 27.
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.
ADJOURNMENT – Adjourn the City Council meeting.
Future Items
1. Fiscal Year 2024/25 MidYear Budget Update
2. Transit Zoning Code Updates
POSTING STATEMENT: On February 11, 2025, 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.
2/18/2025
City Council Meeting Agenda
February 18, 2025
REGULAR OPEN MEETING – 5:30 PM
CITY COUNCIL CHAMBER
22 Civic Center Plaza Santa Ana, CA 92701
Valerie Amezcua
Mayor
Thai Viet Phan
Councilmember – Ward 1
Benjamin Vazquez
Mayor Pro Tem 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
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 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.
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) public hearing item, iv) special agenda item, or v) for Housing Authority item. You may request to speak by dialing *9 from your phone or you may virtually raise your hand from Zoom.
After the Clerk confirms the last three digits of the caller’s phone number or Zoom ID and unmutes them, the caller must press *6 or microphone icon to speak. Callers are encouraged, but not required, to identify themselves by name. Each caller will be provided three (3) minutes to speak, unless due to the number of speakers wanting to speak a decision is made to provide a different amount of time to speak.
INPERSON OPTION Members of the public can provide inperson comments at the podium in the Council Chamber. The Council Chamber will have seating available for members of the public to attend the meeting inperson. Public comments are limited to three (3) minutes per speaker, unless a different time is announced by the presiding chair. Speakers who wish to address the Council must do so by submitting a “Request to Speak” card by 5:45 p.m. for all 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 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 5:00 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.
2. LIVE PUBLIC COMMENTS ON PUBLIC HEARING ITEMS – You can provide comments by joining Zoom or the Conference Call as described in the LIVE or INPERSON PUBLIC COMMENTS OPTION above. Speakers not in the queue by 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 ).
CITY COUNCIL REGULAR OPEN SESSION
CALL TO ORDER
ATTENDANCE Council Members Phil Bacerra
Johnathan Ryan Hernandez
Jessie Lopez
David Penaloza
Thai Viet Phan
Mayor Pro Tem Benjamin Vazquez
Mayor Valerie Amezcua
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 Bob Barnett
ADDITIONS\DELETIONS TO THE AGENDA
CEREMONIAL PRESENTATIONS
1. Certificates of Recognition presented by Mayor Amezcua to Santa Ana High School Boys and Girls Wrestling Teams for their Exceptional Athletic Accomplishments
2. Certificate of Recognition presented by Councilmember Hernandez to Tyrone Tripp and the Tripp Family in honor of Black History Month and for their Outstanding Contributions to the Community
3. Proclamation presented by Councilmember Lopez to Santa Ana Unified School District declaring February 19, 2025, as “We Care Day”
PUBLIC COMMENTS – Public comments will be held during the beginning of the meeting for ALL comments on agenda and nonagenda items, with the exception of public hearings.
Comments for public hearings will take place after the hearing is opened.
CONSENT CALENDAR
RECOMMENDED ACTION: Approve staff recommendations on the following Consent Calendar Items: 4 through 16 and waive reading of all resolutions and ordinances.
4. Excused Absences
Department(s): City Clerk’s Office
Recommended Action: Excuse the absent members.
5. Minutes from the Regular Meeting of February 4, 2025 Department(s): City Clerk’s Office
Recommended Action: Approve minutes.
6. Minutes of the Regular Meetings of Arts and Culture Commission on November 21, 2024, Workforce Development Board on July 18, 2024, and Youth Commission on November 18, 2024
Department(s): City Clerk’s Office
Recommended Action: Receive and file.
7. Appoint and ReAppoint Various Boards and Commissions Members Nominated by Councilmember Hernandez as the Ward 5 Representative for a FullTerm Expiring December 12, 2028
Department(s): City Clerk’s Office
Recommended Action: Appoint the following members and administer the Oaths of Office.
1. Miguel Ochoa – Arts and Culture Commission (Pursuant to SAMC Sec. 2326(a), requires five affirmative votes.)
2. Dwayne Shipp – Community Development Commission (Pursuant to SAMC Sec. 2 326(a), requires five affirmative votes.)
3. Ruby Woo – Parks, Recreation, and Community Services Commission (Pursuant to SAMC Sec. 2326(a), requires five affirmative votes.)
4. Nathaniel Greensides – Personnel Board
5. Amalia Mejia – Police Oversight Commission (Pursuant to SAMC Sec. 2326(a), requires five affirmative votes.)
6. Adrian Ramirez – Youth Commission
7. Michael Chu – Santa Ana 2018 Measure X Citizens’ Oversight Committee
8. Workforce Development Board Bylaws
Department(s): Community Development Agency
Recommended Action: Receive and file.
9. Application to the California Workforce Development Board to Request Governor Approval to Continue as a Career Services Provider for the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act Title I Grant
Department(s): Community Development Agency
Recommended Action: Authorize application submission requesting Governor approval to continue as a Career Services Provider and an Adult Dislocated Worker service provider within a Local Workforce Development Area under the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act.
10. Purchase Order Contract to Magnet Forensics, LLC for Digital Forensic Annual License Subscription (Specification No. 25018) (NonGeneral Fund) Department(s): Police Department
Recommended Action: Authorize a purchase order to Magnet Forensics, LLC for digital forensic annual license subscription for a oneyear term beginning February 18, 2025 and expiring February 17, 2026, in an amount not to exceed $57,110.
11. Purchase Order Contracts with Action Plumbing Supply, LLC, Famcon Pipe & Supply, Inc., and Ferguson Enterprises, LLC for Copper Tubing (Specification No. 24095) (NonGeneral Fund)
Department(s): Public Works Agency
Recommended Action: Award aggregate Purchase Order Contracts to vendors listed below for copper tubing on an asneeded basis, in an annual aggregate amount not to exceed $100,000, for a term beginning February 18, 2025 and expiring February 17, 2026, with provisions for four, oneyear renewal options for a not to exceed total of $500,000.
Vendor Location
Action Plumbing Supply, LLC Mira Loma, CA
Famcon Pipe & Supply, Inc. Oxnard, CA
Ferguson Enterprises, LLC Santa Ana, CA
12. Purchase Order Contracts with FilTrek Corporation, Pure Process Filtration Inc., and Vytal Filtration TechnologiesWest for Cartridge Filters and Chlorine Filters (Specification No. 24128) (NonGeneral Fund)
Department(s): Public Works Agency
Recommended Action: Award aggregate purchase order contracts to the vendors listed below for cartridge filters and chlorine filters on asneeded basis, for an aggregate amount not to exceed $3,000,000, for a term beginning February 18, 2025 and expiring February 17, 2026, with provisions for four, oneyear renewal options.
Vendor Location
FilTrek Corporation Cambridge, Ontario (Canada)
Pure Process Filtration Inc. Garden Grove, CA
Vytal Filtration TechnologiesWestVisalia, CA
13. Agreement with IDS Group for Architectural Design Services for Santa Ana Downtown Parking Structures Improvements (Project No. 259004) (NonGeneral Fund)
Department(s): Public Works Agency
Recommended Action: Approve an agreement with IDS Group for architectural design services for Santa Ana Downtown Parking Structures Improvements for an amount of $157,587 plus a 10% contingency of $15,759, for a total amount not to exceed $173,346, for a term beginning February 18, 2025 and expiring February 17, 2027, with a provision for a twoyear extension without additional funds (Agreement No. A2025XXX).
14. Agreements with Akel Engineering Group, Inc., Cannon Corporation, EEC Environmental, HuittZollars, Inc., JIG Consultants, Kleinfelder, Inc., Psomas, Tetra Tech EC, Inc., and Water Works Engineers, LLC for OnCall Engineering Services (No. 24083) (NonGeneral Fund)
Department(s): Public Works Agency
Recommended Action: Approve agreements with Akel Engineering Group, Inc., Cannon Corporation, EEC Environmental, HuittZollars, Inc., JIG Consultants, Kleinfelder, Inc., Psomas, Tetra Tech EC, Inc., and Water Works Engineers, LLC to provide oncall engineering services, for a shared aggregate amount not to exceed $2,000,000, for a threeyear term beginning February 18, 2025 and expiring February 17, 2028, with provisions for two oneyear extensions (Core Agreement No. A2025 XXX).
15. Cooperative Agreement with Orange County Transportation Authority for the First Street Multimodal Boulevard Study (Project No. 256042) (NonGeneral Fund) Department(s): Public Works Agency
Recommended Action: 1. Approve an appropriation adjustment recognizing Regional Early Action Planning 2.0 funding in the amount of $4,300,000 into the Public ServicesStreet Safety Projects, State GrantIndirect revenue account and appropriate the same amount into the State Safety Projects, Improvements Other Than Building expenditure account (Requires five affirmative votes).
2. Approve a Cooperative Agreement with Orange County Transportation Authority in an amount not to exceed $4,300,000, for the evaluation and preliminary design of the First Street Boulevard Study, effective upon full approval of the agreement through December 31, 2027 (Agreement No. A2025XXX).
3. Approve an amendment to the Fiscal Year 202425 Capital Improvement Program to include $4,300,000 in study and design funds for the First Street Boulevard Multimodal Study (Project No. 256042).
16. Second Reading of Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Santa Ana Amending Chapter 2 of the Santa Ana Municipal Code by Adding Section 2112 Prohibiting the Award of Agreements, Contracts, or Grants to Immediate Family Members of the Mayor, City Council Members, or City Officials (Second Reading) First Reading at the February 4, 2025 City Council meeting and approved by an unanimous vote of 70. Legal notice was published in the OC Reporter on February 10, 2025.
Department(s): City Manager’s Office
Recommended Action: Conduct a second reading and adopt an ordinance amending Chapter 2 of the Santa Ana Municipal Code by adding Section 2112, which prohibits awarding agreements, contracts, or grants to immediate family members of the Mayor, City Council Members, or City Officials.
ORDINANCE NO. NS3077 entitled AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA ANA AMENDING CHAPTER 2 OF THE SANTA ANA MUNICIPAL CODE BY ADDING A NEW SECTION 2112 CONCERNING THE PROHIBITION AGAINST AWARDING OF AGREEMENTS, CONTRACTS OR GRANTS TO ANY IMMEDIATE FAMILY MEMBER OF THE MAYOR, CITY COUNCIL MEMBERS, OR CITY OFFICIALS
**END OF CONSENT CALENDAR**
PUBLIC HEARING
PUBLIC COMMENTS – Members of the public may address the City Council on each of the Public Hearing items.
17. Public Hearing for FiveYear Economic Development Subsidy Reports for TACenergy and THRIVE Santa Ana, LLC
Legal notice published in the OC Reporter on February 5, 2025.
Department(s): Community Development Agency
Recommended Action: 1. Conduct Public Hearing to consider any written or oral comments on the information contained in the FiveYear Economic Development Subsidy reports for TACenergy and THRIVE Santa Ana, LLC.
2. Receive and File Reports.
COUNCILMEMBER REQUESTED ITEMS
18. Discuss and consider directing the City Manager to direct city staff to bring back the attached Resolution for Council consideration that would OPPOSE South Coast Air Quality Management District’s (SCAQMD) proposed Amended Rules 1111 and 1121; Which will have a profound impact and impose significant costs on millions of Southern California homeowners, renters and businesses who are already struggling to make ends meet while providing minimal air quality benefit. – Councilmember David Penaloza
WORK STUDY SESSION
19. Work Study Session for Parking Enterprise Fund 27
Department(s): Community Development Agency
Recommended Action: Discuss and provide direction to staff for budget, rates, and hours of operation that relate to the Parking Enterprise Fund 27.
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.
ADJOURNMENT – Adjourn the City Council meeting.
Future Items
1. Fiscal Year 2024/25 MidYear Budget Update
2. Transit Zoning Code Updates
POSTING STATEMENT: On February 11, 2025, 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.
2/18/2025
City Council Meeting Agenda
February 18, 2025
REGULAR OPEN MEETING – 5:30 PM
CITY COUNCIL CHAMBER
22 Civic Center Plaza Santa Ana, CA 92701
Valerie Amezcua
Mayor
Thai Viet Phan
Councilmember – Ward 1
Benjamin Vazquez
Mayor Pro Tem 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
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 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.
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) public hearing item, iv) special agenda item, or v) for Housing Authority item. You may request to speak by dialing *9 from your phone or you may virtually raise your hand from Zoom.
After the Clerk confirms the last three digits of the caller’s phone number or Zoom ID and unmutes them, the caller must press *6 or microphone icon to speak. Callers are encouraged, but not required, to identify themselves by name. Each caller will be provided three (3) minutes to speak, unless due to the number of speakers wanting to speak a decision is made to provide a different amount of time to speak.
INPERSON OPTION Members of the public can provide inperson comments at the podium in the Council Chamber. The Council Chamber will have seating available for members of the public to attend the meeting inperson. Public comments are limited to three (3) minutes per speaker, unless a different time is announced by the presiding chair. Speakers who wish to address the Council must do so by submitting a “Request to Speak” card by 5:45 p.m. for all 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 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 5:00 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.
2. LIVE PUBLIC COMMENTS ON PUBLIC HEARING ITEMS – You can provide comments by joining Zoom or the Conference Call as described in the LIVE or INPERSON PUBLIC COMMENTS OPTION above. Speakers not in the queue by 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 ).
CITY COUNCIL REGULAR OPEN SESSION
CALL TO ORDER
ATTENDANCE Council Members Phil Bacerra
Johnathan Ryan Hernandez
Jessie Lopez
David Penaloza
Thai Viet Phan
Mayor Pro Tem Benjamin Vazquez
Mayor Valerie Amezcua
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 Bob Barnett
ADDITIONS\DELETIONS TO THE AGENDA
CEREMONIAL PRESENTATIONS
1. Certificates of Recognition presented by Mayor Amezcua to Santa Ana High School Boys and Girls Wrestling Teams for their Exceptional Athletic Accomplishments
2. Certificate of Recognition presented by Councilmember Hernandez to Tyrone Tripp and the Tripp Family in honor of Black History Month and for their Outstanding Contributions to the Community
3. Proclamation presented by Councilmember Lopez to Santa Ana Unified School District declaring February 19, 2025, as “We Care Day”
PUBLIC COMMENTS – Public comments will be held during the beginning of the meeting for ALL comments on agenda and nonagenda items, with the exception of public hearings.
Comments for public hearings will take place after the hearing is opened.
CONSENT CALENDAR
RECOMMENDED ACTION: Approve staff recommendations on the following Consent Calendar Items: 4 through 16 and waive reading of all resolutions and ordinances.
4. Excused Absences
Department(s): City Clerk’s Office
Recommended Action: Excuse the absent members.
5. Minutes from the Regular Meeting of February 4, 2025 Department(s): City Clerk’s Office
Recommended Action: Approve minutes.
6. Minutes of the Regular Meetings of Arts and Culture Commission on November 21, 2024, Workforce Development Board on July 18, 2024, and Youth Commission on November 18, 2024
Department(s): City Clerk’s Office
Recommended Action: Receive and file.
7. Appoint and ReAppoint Various Boards and Commissions Members Nominated by Councilmember Hernandez as the Ward 5 Representative for a FullTerm Expiring December 12, 2028
Department(s): City Clerk’s Office
Recommended Action: Appoint the following members and administer the Oaths of Office.
1. Miguel Ochoa – Arts and Culture Commission (Pursuant to SAMC Sec. 2326(a), requires five affirmative votes.)
2. Dwayne Shipp – Community Development Commission (Pursuant to SAMC Sec. 2 326(a), requires five affirmative votes.)
3. Ruby Woo – Parks, Recreation, and Community Services Commission (Pursuant to SAMC Sec. 2326(a), requires five affirmative votes.)
4. Nathaniel Greensides – Personnel Board
5. Amalia Mejia – Police Oversight Commission (Pursuant to SAMC Sec. 2326(a), requires five affirmative votes.)
6. Adrian Ramirez – Youth Commission
7. Michael Chu – Santa Ana 2018 Measure X Citizens’ Oversight Committee
8. Workforce Development Board Bylaws
Department(s): Community Development Agency
Recommended Action: Receive and file.
9. Application to the California Workforce Development Board to Request Governor Approval to Continue as a Career Services Provider for the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act Title I Grant
Department(s): Community Development Agency
Recommended Action: Authorize application submission requesting Governor approval to continue as a Career Services Provider and an Adult Dislocated Worker service provider within a Local Workforce Development Area under the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act.
10. Purchase Order Contract to Magnet Forensics, LLC for Digital Forensic Annual License Subscription (Specification No. 25018) (NonGeneral Fund) Department(s): Police Department
Recommended Action: Authorize a purchase order to Magnet Forensics, LLC for digital forensic annual license subscription for a oneyear term beginning February 18, 2025 and expiring February 17, 2026, in an amount not to exceed $57,110.
11. Purchase Order Contracts with Action Plumbing Supply, LLC, Famcon Pipe & Supply, Inc., and Ferguson Enterprises, LLC for Copper Tubing (Specification No. 24095) (NonGeneral Fund)
Department(s): Public Works Agency
Recommended Action: Award aggregate Purchase Order Contracts to vendors listed below for copper tubing on an asneeded basis, in an annual aggregate amount not to exceed $100,000, for a term beginning February 18, 2025 and expiring February 17, 2026, with provisions for four, oneyear renewal options for a not to exceed total of $500,000.
Vendor Location
Action Plumbing Supply, LLC Mira Loma, CA
Famcon Pipe & Supply, Inc. Oxnard, CA
Ferguson Enterprises, LLC Santa Ana, CA
12. Purchase Order Contracts with FilTrek Corporation, Pure Process Filtration Inc., and Vytal Filtration TechnologiesWest for Cartridge Filters and Chlorine Filters (Specification No. 24128) (NonGeneral Fund)
Department(s): Public Works Agency
Recommended Action: Award aggregate purchase order contracts to the vendors listed below for cartridge filters and chlorine filters on asneeded basis, for an aggregate amount not to exceed $3,000,000, for a term beginning February 18, 2025 and expiring February 17, 2026, with provisions for four, oneyear renewal options.
Vendor Location
FilTrek Corporation Cambridge, Ontario (Canada)
Pure Process Filtration Inc. Garden Grove, CA
Vytal Filtration TechnologiesWestVisalia, CA
13. Agreement with IDS Group for Architectural Design Services for Santa Ana Downtown Parking Structures Improvements (Project No. 259004) (NonGeneral Fund)
Department(s): Public Works Agency
Recommended Action: Approve an agreement with IDS Group for architectural design services for Santa Ana Downtown Parking Structures Improvements for an amount of $157,587 plus a 10% contingency of $15,759, for a total amount not to exceed $173,346, for a term beginning February 18, 2025 and expiring February 17, 2027, with a provision for a twoyear extension without additional funds (Agreement No. A2025XXX).
14. Agreements with Akel Engineering Group, Inc., Cannon Corporation, EEC Environmental, HuittZollars, Inc., JIG Consultants, Kleinfelder, Inc., Psomas, Tetra Tech EC, Inc., and Water Works Engineers, LLC for OnCall Engineering Services (No. 24083) (NonGeneral Fund)
Department(s): Public Works Agency
Recommended Action: Approve agreements with Akel Engineering Group, Inc., Cannon Corporation, EEC Environmental, HuittZollars, Inc., JIG Consultants, Kleinfelder, Inc., Psomas, Tetra Tech EC, Inc., and Water Works Engineers, LLC to provide oncall engineering services, for a shared aggregate amount not to exceed $2,000,000, for a threeyear term beginning February 18, 2025 and expiring February 17, 2028, with provisions for two oneyear extensions (Core Agreement No. A2025 XXX).
15. Cooperative Agreement with Orange County Transportation Authority for the First Street Multimodal Boulevard Study (Project No. 256042) (NonGeneral Fund) Department(s): Public Works Agency
Recommended Action: 1. Approve an appropriation adjustment recognizing Regional Early Action Planning 2.0 funding in the amount of $4,300,000 into the Public ServicesStreet Safety Projects, State GrantIndirect revenue account and appropriate the same amount into the State Safety Projects, Improvements Other Than Building expenditure account (Requires five affirmative votes).
2. Approve a Cooperative Agreement with Orange County Transportation Authority in an amount not to exceed $4,300,000, for the evaluation and preliminary design of the First Street Boulevard Study, effective upon full approval of the agreement through December 31, 2027 (Agreement No. A2025XXX).
3. Approve an amendment to the Fiscal Year 202425 Capital Improvement Program to include $4,300,000 in study and design funds for the First Street Boulevard Multimodal Study (Project No. 256042).
16. Second Reading of Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Santa Ana Amending Chapter 2 of the Santa Ana Municipal Code by Adding Section 2112 Prohibiting the Award of Agreements, Contracts, or Grants to Immediate Family Members of the Mayor, City Council Members, or City Officials (Second Reading) First Reading at the February 4, 2025 City Council meeting and approved by an unanimous vote of 70. Legal notice was published in the OC Reporter on February 10, 2025.
Department(s): City Manager’s Office
Recommended Action: Conduct a second reading and adopt an ordinance amending Chapter 2 of the Santa Ana Municipal Code by adding Section 2112, which prohibits awarding agreements, contracts, or grants to immediate family members of the Mayor, City Council Members, or City Officials.
ORDINANCE NO. NS3077 entitled AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA ANA AMENDING CHAPTER 2 OF THE SANTA ANA MUNICIPAL CODE BY ADDING A NEW SECTION 2112 CONCERNING THE PROHIBITION AGAINST AWARDING OF AGREEMENTS, CONTRACTS OR GRANTS TO ANY IMMEDIATE FAMILY MEMBER OF THE MAYOR, CITY COUNCIL MEMBERS, OR CITY OFFICIALS
**END OF CONSENT CALENDAR**
PUBLIC HEARING
PUBLIC COMMENTS – Members of the public may address the City Council on each of the Public Hearing items.
17. Public Hearing for FiveYear Economic Development Subsidy Reports for TACenergy and THRIVE Santa Ana, LLC
Legal notice published in the OC Reporter on February 5, 2025.
Department(s): Community Development Agency
Recommended Action: 1. Conduct Public Hearing to consider any written or oral comments on the information contained in the FiveYear Economic Development Subsidy reports for TACenergy and THRIVE Santa Ana, LLC.
2. Receive and File Reports.
COUNCILMEMBER REQUESTED ITEMS
18. Discuss and consider directing the City Manager to direct city staff to bring back the attached Resolution for Council consideration that would OPPOSE South Coast Air Quality Management District’s (SCAQMD) proposed Amended Rules 1111 and 1121; Which will have a profound impact and impose significant costs on millions of Southern California homeowners, renters and businesses who are already struggling to make ends meet while providing minimal air quality benefit. – Councilmember David Penaloza
WORK STUDY SESSION
19. Work Study Session for Parking Enterprise Fund 27
Department(s): Community Development Agency
Recommended Action: Discuss and provide direction to staff for budget, rates, and hours of operation that relate to the Parking Enterprise Fund 27.
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.
ADJOURNMENT – Adjourn the City Council meeting.
Future Items
1. Fiscal Year 2024/25 MidYear Budget Update
2. Transit Zoning Code Updates
POSTING STATEMENT: On February 11, 2025, 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.
2/18/2025
City Council Meeting Agenda
February 18, 2025
REGULAR OPEN MEETING – 5:30 PM
CITY COUNCIL CHAMBER
22 Civic Center Plaza Santa Ana, CA 92701
Valerie Amezcua
Mayor
Thai Viet Phan
Councilmember – Ward 1
Benjamin Vazquez
Mayor Pro Tem 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
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 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.
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) public hearing item, iv) special agenda item, or v) for Housing Authority item. You may request to speak by dialing *9 from your phone or you may virtually raise your hand from Zoom.
After the Clerk confirms the last three digits of the caller’s phone number or Zoom ID and unmutes them, the caller must press *6 or microphone icon to speak. Callers are encouraged, but not required, to identify themselves by name. Each caller will be provided three (3) minutes to speak, unless due to the number of speakers wanting to speak a decision is made to provide a different amount of time to speak.
INPERSON OPTION Members of the public can provide inperson comments at the podium in the Council Chamber. The Council Chamber will have seating available for members of the public to attend the meeting inperson. Public comments are limited to three (3) minutes per speaker, unless a different time is announced by the presiding chair. Speakers who wish to address the Council must do so by submitting a “Request to Speak” card by 5:45 p.m. for all 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 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 5:00 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.
2. LIVE PUBLIC COMMENTS ON PUBLIC HEARING ITEMS – You can provide comments by joining Zoom or the Conference Call as described in the LIVE or INPERSON PUBLIC COMMENTS OPTION above. Speakers not in the queue by 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 ).
CITY COUNCIL REGULAR OPEN SESSION
CALL TO ORDER
ATTENDANCE Council Members Phil Bacerra
Johnathan Ryan Hernandez
Jessie Lopez
David Penaloza
Thai Viet Phan
Mayor Pro Tem Benjamin Vazquez
Mayor Valerie Amezcua
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 Bob Barnett
ADDITIONS\DELETIONS TO THE AGENDA
CEREMONIAL PRESENTATIONS
1. Certificates of Recognition presented by Mayor Amezcua to Santa Ana High School Boys and Girls Wrestling Teams for their Exceptional Athletic Accomplishments
2. Certificate of Recognition presented by Councilmember Hernandez to Tyrone Tripp and the Tripp Family in honor of Black History Month and for their Outstanding Contributions to the Community
3. Proclamation presented by Councilmember Lopez to Santa Ana Unified School District declaring February 19, 2025, as “We Care Day”
PUBLIC COMMENTS – Public comments will be held during the beginning of the meeting for ALL comments on agenda and nonagenda items, with the exception of public hearings.
Comments for public hearings will take place after the hearing is opened.
CONSENT CALENDAR
RECOMMENDED ACTION: Approve staff recommendations on the following Consent Calendar Items: 4 through 16 and waive reading of all resolutions and ordinances.
4. Excused Absences
Department(s): City Clerk’s Office
Recommended Action: Excuse the absent members.
5. Minutes from the Regular Meeting of February 4, 2025 Department(s): City Clerk’s Office
Recommended Action: Approve minutes.
6. Minutes of the Regular Meetings of Arts and Culture Commission on November 21, 2024, Workforce Development Board on July 18, 2024, and Youth Commission on November 18, 2024
Department(s): City Clerk’s Office
Recommended Action: Receive and file.
7. Appoint and ReAppoint Various Boards and Commissions Members Nominated by Councilmember Hernandez as the Ward 5 Representative for a FullTerm Expiring December 12, 2028
Department(s): City Clerk’s Office
Recommended Action: Appoint the following members and administer the Oaths of Office.
1. Miguel Ochoa – Arts and Culture Commission (Pursuant to SAMC Sec. 2326(a), requires five affirmative votes.)
2. Dwayne Shipp – Community Development Commission (Pursuant to SAMC Sec. 2 326(a), requires five affirmative votes.)
3. Ruby Woo – Parks, Recreation, and Community Services Commission (Pursuant to SAMC Sec. 2326(a), requires five affirmative votes.)
4. Nathaniel Greensides – Personnel Board
5. Amalia Mejia – Police Oversight Commission (Pursuant to SAMC Sec. 2326(a), requires five affirmative votes.)
6. Adrian Ramirez – Youth Commission
7. Michael Chu – Santa Ana 2018 Measure X Citizens’ Oversight Committee
8. Workforce Development Board Bylaws
Department(s): Community Development Agency
Recommended Action: Receive and file.
9. Application to the California Workforce Development Board to Request Governor Approval to Continue as a Career Services Provider for the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act Title I Grant
Department(s): Community Development Agency
Recommended Action: Authorize application submission requesting Governor approval to continue as a Career Services Provider and an Adult Dislocated Worker service provider within a Local Workforce Development Area under the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act.
10. Purchase Order Contract to Magnet Forensics, LLC for Digital Forensic Annual License Subscription (Specification No. 25018) (NonGeneral Fund) Department(s): Police Department
Recommended Action: Authorize a purchase order to Magnet Forensics, LLC for digital forensic annual license subscription for a oneyear term beginning February 18, 2025 and expiring February 17, 2026, in an amount not to exceed $57,110.
11. Purchase Order Contracts with Action Plumbing Supply, LLC, Famcon Pipe & Supply, Inc., and Ferguson Enterprises, LLC for Copper Tubing (Specification No. 24095) (NonGeneral Fund)
Department(s): Public Works Agency
Recommended Action: Award aggregate Purchase Order Contracts to vendors listed below for copper tubing on an asneeded basis, in an annual aggregate amount not to exceed $100,000, for a term beginning February 18, 2025 and expiring February 17, 2026, with provisions for four, oneyear renewal options for a not to exceed total of $500,000.
Vendor Location
Action Plumbing Supply, LLC Mira Loma, CA
Famcon Pipe & Supply, Inc. Oxnard, CA
Ferguson Enterprises, LLC Santa Ana, CA
12. Purchase Order Contracts with FilTrek Corporation, Pure Process Filtration Inc., and Vytal Filtration TechnologiesWest for Cartridge Filters and Chlorine Filters (Specification No. 24128) (NonGeneral Fund)
Department(s): Public Works Agency
Recommended Action: Award aggregate purchase order contracts to the vendors listed below for cartridge filters and chlorine filters on asneeded basis, for an aggregate amount not to exceed $3,000,000, for a term beginning February 18, 2025 and expiring February 17, 2026, with provisions for four, oneyear renewal options.
Vendor Location
FilTrek Corporation Cambridge, Ontario (Canada)
Pure Process Filtration Inc. Garden Grove, CA
Vytal Filtration TechnologiesWestVisalia, CA
13. Agreement with IDS Group for Architectural Design Services for Santa Ana Downtown Parking Structures Improvements (Project No. 259004) (NonGeneral Fund)
Department(s): Public Works Agency
Recommended Action: Approve an agreement with IDS Group for architectural design services for Santa Ana Downtown Parking Structures Improvements for an amount of $157,587 plus a 10% contingency of $15,759, for a total amount not to exceed $173,346, for a term beginning February 18, 2025 and expiring February 17, 2027, with a provision for a twoyear extension without additional funds (Agreement No. A2025XXX).
14. Agreements with Akel Engineering Group, Inc., Cannon Corporation, EEC Environmental, HuittZollars, Inc., JIG Consultants, Kleinfelder, Inc., Psomas, Tetra Tech EC, Inc., and Water Works Engineers, LLC for OnCall Engineering Services (No. 24083) (NonGeneral Fund)
Department(s): Public Works Agency
Recommended Action: Approve agreements with Akel Engineering Group, Inc., Cannon Corporation, EEC Environmental, HuittZollars, Inc., JIG Consultants, Kleinfelder, Inc., Psomas, Tetra Tech EC, Inc., and Water Works Engineers, LLC to provide oncall engineering services, for a shared aggregate amount not to exceed $2,000,000, for a threeyear term beginning February 18, 2025 and expiring February 17, 2028, with provisions for two oneyear extensions (Core Agreement No. A2025 XXX).
15. Cooperative Agreement with Orange County Transportation Authority for the First Street Multimodal Boulevard Study (Project No. 256042) (NonGeneral Fund) Department(s): Public Works Agency
Recommended Action: 1. Approve an appropriation adjustment recognizing Regional Early Action Planning 2.0 funding in the amount of $4,300,000 into the Public ServicesStreet Safety Projects, State GrantIndirect revenue account and appropriate the same amount into the State Safety Projects, Improvements Other Than Building expenditure account (Requires five affirmative votes).
2. Approve a Cooperative Agreement with Orange County Transportation Authority in an amount not to exceed $4,300,000, for the evaluation and preliminary design of the First Street Boulevard Study, effective upon full approval of the agreement through December 31, 2027 (Agreement No. A2025XXX).
3. Approve an amendment to the Fiscal Year 202425 Capital Improvement Program to include $4,300,000 in study and design funds for the First Street Boulevard Multimodal Study (Project No. 256042).
16. Second Reading of Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Santa Ana Amending Chapter 2 of the Santa Ana Municipal Code by Adding Section 2112 Prohibiting the Award of Agreements, Contracts, or Grants to Immediate Family Members of the Mayor, City Council Members, or City Officials (Second Reading) First Reading at the February 4, 2025 City Council meeting and approved by an unanimous vote of 70. Legal notice was published in the OC Reporter on February 10, 2025.
Department(s): City Manager’s Office
Recommended Action: Conduct a second reading and adopt an ordinance amending Chapter 2 of the Santa Ana Municipal Code by adding Section 2112, which prohibits awarding agreements, contracts, or grants to immediate family members of the Mayor, City Council Members, or City Officials.
ORDINANCE NO. NS3077 entitled AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA ANA AMENDING CHAPTER 2 OF THE SANTA ANA MUNICIPAL CODE BY ADDING A NEW SECTION 2112 CONCERNING THE PROHIBITION AGAINST AWARDING OF AGREEMENTS, CONTRACTS OR GRANTS TO ANY IMMEDIATE FAMILY MEMBER OF THE MAYOR, CITY COUNCIL MEMBERS, OR CITY OFFICIALS
**END OF CONSENT CALENDAR**
PUBLIC HEARING
PUBLIC COMMENTS – Members of the public may address the City Council on each of the Public Hearing items.
17. Public Hearing for FiveYear Economic Development Subsidy Reports for TACenergy and THRIVE Santa Ana, LLC
Legal notice published in the OC Reporter on February 5, 2025.
Department(s): Community Development Agency
Recommended Action: 1. Conduct Public Hearing to consider any written or oral comments on the information contained in the FiveYear Economic Development Subsidy reports for TACenergy and THRIVE Santa Ana, LLC.
2. Receive and File Reports.
COUNCILMEMBER REQUESTED ITEMS
18. Discuss and consider directing the City Manager to direct city staff to bring back the attached Resolution for Council consideration that would OPPOSE South Coast Air Quality Management District’s (SCAQMD) proposed Amended Rules 1111 and 1121; Which will have a profound impact and impose significant costs on millions of Southern California homeowners, renters and businesses who are already struggling to make ends meet while providing minimal air quality benefit. – Councilmember David Penaloza
WORK STUDY SESSION
19. Work Study Session for Parking Enterprise Fund 27
Department(s): Community Development Agency
Recommended Action: Discuss and provide direction to staff for budget, rates, and hours of operation that relate to the Parking Enterprise Fund 27.
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.
ADJOURNMENT – Adjourn the City Council meeting.
Future Items
1. Fiscal Year 2024/25 MidYear Budget Update
2. Transit Zoning Code Updates
POSTING STATEMENT: On February 11, 2025, 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.
2/18/2025
City Council Meeting Agenda
February 18, 2025
REGULAR OPEN MEETING – 5:30 PM
CITY COUNCIL CHAMBER
22 Civic Center Plaza Santa Ana, CA 92701
Valerie Amezcua
Mayor
Thai Viet Phan
Councilmember – Ward 1
Benjamin Vazquez
Mayor Pro Tem 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
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 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.
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) public hearing item, iv) special agenda item, or v) for Housing Authority item. You may request to speak by dialing *9 from your phone or you may virtually raise your hand from Zoom.
After the Clerk confirms the last three digits of the caller’s phone number or Zoom ID and unmutes them, the caller must press *6 or microphone icon to speak. Callers are encouraged, but not required, to identify themselves by name. Each caller will be provided three (3) minutes to speak, unless due to the number of speakers wanting to speak a decision is made to provide a different amount of time to speak.
INPERSON OPTION Members of the public can provide inperson comments at the podium in the Council Chamber. The Council Chamber will have seating available for members of the public to attend the meeting inperson. Public comments are limited to three (3) minutes per speaker, unless a different time is announced by the presiding chair. Speakers who wish to address the Council must do so by submitting a “Request to Speak” card by 5:45 p.m. for all 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 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 5:00 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.
2. LIVE PUBLIC COMMENTS ON PUBLIC HEARING ITEMS – You can provide comments by joining Zoom or the Conference Call as described in the LIVE or INPERSON PUBLIC COMMENTS OPTION above. Speakers not in the queue by 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 ).
CITY COUNCIL REGULAR OPEN SESSION
CALL TO ORDER
ATTENDANCE Council Members Phil Bacerra
Johnathan Ryan Hernandez
Jessie Lopez
David Penaloza
Thai Viet Phan
Mayor Pro Tem Benjamin Vazquez
Mayor Valerie Amezcua
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 Bob Barnett
ADDITIONS\DELETIONS TO THE AGENDA
CEREMONIAL PRESENTATIONS
1. Certificates of Recognition presented by Mayor Amezcua to Santa Ana High School Boys and Girls Wrestling Teams for their Exceptional Athletic Accomplishments
2. Certificate of Recognition presented by Councilmember Hernandez to Tyrone Tripp and the Tripp Family in honor of Black History Month and for their Outstanding Contributions to the Community
3. Proclamation presented by Councilmember Lopez to Santa Ana Unified School District declaring February 19, 2025, as “We Care Day”
PUBLIC COMMENTS – Public comments will be held during the beginning of the meeting for ALL comments on agenda and nonagenda items, with the exception of public hearings.
Comments for public hearings will take place after the hearing is opened.
CONSENT CALENDAR
RECOMMENDED ACTION: Approve staff recommendations on the following Consent Calendar Items: 4 through 16 and waive reading of all resolutions and ordinances.
4. Excused Absences
Department(s): City Clerk’s Office
Recommended Action: Excuse the absent members.
5. Minutes from the Regular Meeting of February 4, 2025 Department(s): City Clerk’s Office
Recommended Action: Approve minutes.
6. Minutes of the Regular Meetings of Arts and Culture Commission on November 21, 2024, Workforce Development Board on July 18, 2024, and Youth Commission on November 18, 2024
Department(s): City Clerk’s Office
Recommended Action: Receive and file.
7. Appoint and ReAppoint Various Boards and Commissions Members Nominated by Councilmember Hernandez as the Ward 5 Representative for a FullTerm Expiring December 12, 2028
Department(s): City Clerk’s Office
Recommended Action: Appoint the following members and administer the Oaths of Office.
1. Miguel Ochoa – Arts and Culture Commission (Pursuant to SAMC Sec. 2326(a), requires five affirmative votes.)
2. Dwayne Shipp – Community Development Commission (Pursuant to SAMC Sec. 2 326(a), requires five affirmative votes.)
3. Ruby Woo – Parks, Recreation, and Community Services Commission (Pursuant to SAMC Sec. 2326(a), requires five affirmative votes.)
4. Nathaniel Greensides – Personnel Board
5. Amalia Mejia – Police Oversight Commission (Pursuant to SAMC Sec. 2326(a), requires five affirmative votes.)
6. Adrian Ramirez – Youth Commission
7. Michael Chu – Santa Ana 2018 Measure X Citizens’ Oversight Committee
8. Workforce Development Board Bylaws
Department(s): Community Development Agency
Recommended Action: Receive and file.
9. Application to the California Workforce Development Board to Request Governor Approval to Continue as a Career Services Provider for the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act Title I Grant
Department(s): Community Development Agency
Recommended Action: Authorize application submission requesting Governor approval to continue as a Career Services Provider and an Adult Dislocated Worker service provider within a Local Workforce Development Area under the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act.
10. Purchase Order Contract to Magnet Forensics, LLC for Digital Forensic Annual License Subscription (Specification No. 25018) (NonGeneral Fund) Department(s): Police Department
Recommended Action: Authorize a purchase order to Magnet Forensics, LLC for digital forensic annual license subscription for a oneyear term beginning February 18, 2025 and expiring February 17, 2026, in an amount not to exceed $57,110.
11. Purchase Order Contracts with Action Plumbing Supply, LLC, Famcon Pipe & Supply, Inc., and Ferguson Enterprises, LLC for Copper Tubing (Specification No. 24095) (NonGeneral Fund)
Department(s): Public Works Agency
Recommended Action: Award aggregate Purchase Order Contracts to vendors listed below for copper tubing on an asneeded basis, in an annual aggregate amount not to exceed $100,000, for a term beginning February 18, 2025 and expiring February 17, 2026, with provisions for four, oneyear renewal options for a not to exceed total of $500,000.
Vendor Location
Action Plumbing Supply, LLC Mira Loma, CA
Famcon Pipe & Supply, Inc. Oxnard, CA
Ferguson Enterprises, LLC Santa Ana, CA
12. Purchase Order Contracts with FilTrek Corporation, Pure Process Filtration Inc., and Vytal Filtration TechnologiesWest for Cartridge Filters and Chlorine Filters (Specification No. 24128) (NonGeneral Fund)
Department(s): Public Works Agency
Recommended Action: Award aggregate purchase order contracts to the vendors listed below for cartridge filters and chlorine filters on asneeded basis, for an aggregate amount not to exceed $3,000,000, for a term beginning February 18, 2025 and expiring February 17, 2026, with provisions for four, oneyear renewal options.
Vendor Location
FilTrek Corporation Cambridge, Ontario (Canada)
Pure Process Filtration Inc. Garden Grove, CA
Vytal Filtration TechnologiesWestVisalia, CA
13. Agreement with IDS Group for Architectural Design Services for Santa Ana Downtown Parking Structures Improvements (Project No. 259004) (NonGeneral Fund)
Department(s): Public Works Agency
Recommended Action: Approve an agreement with IDS Group for architectural design services for Santa Ana Downtown Parking Structures Improvements for an amount of $157,587 plus a 10% contingency of $15,759, for a total amount not to exceed $173,346, for a term beginning February 18, 2025 and expiring February 17, 2027, with a provision for a twoyear extension without additional funds (Agreement No. A2025XXX).
14. Agreements with Akel Engineering Group, Inc., Cannon Corporation, EEC Environmental, HuittZollars, Inc., JIG Consultants, Kleinfelder, Inc., Psomas, Tetra Tech EC, Inc., and Water Works Engineers, LLC for OnCall Engineering Services (No. 24083) (NonGeneral Fund)
Department(s): Public Works Agency
Recommended Action: Approve agreements with Akel Engineering Group, Inc., Cannon Corporation, EEC Environmental, HuittZollars, Inc., JIG Consultants, Kleinfelder, Inc., Psomas, Tetra Tech EC, Inc., and Water Works Engineers, LLC to provide oncall engineering services, for a shared aggregate amount not to exceed $2,000,000, for a threeyear term beginning February 18, 2025 and expiring February 17, 2028, with provisions for two oneyear extensions (Core Agreement No. A2025 XXX).
15. Cooperative Agreement with Orange County Transportation Authority for the First Street Multimodal Boulevard Study (Project No. 256042) (NonGeneral Fund) Department(s): Public Works Agency
Recommended Action: 1. Approve an appropriation adjustment recognizing Regional Early Action Planning 2.0 funding in the amount of $4,300,000 into the Public ServicesStreet Safety Projects, State GrantIndirect revenue account and appropriate the same amount into the State Safety Projects, Improvements Other Than Building expenditure account (Requires five affirmative votes).
2. Approve a Cooperative Agreement with Orange County Transportation Authority in an amount not to exceed $4,300,000, for the evaluation and preliminary design of the First Street Boulevard Study, effective upon full approval of the agreement through December 31, 2027 (Agreement No. A2025XXX).
3. Approve an amendment to the Fiscal Year 202425 Capital Improvement Program to include $4,300,000 in study and design funds for the First Street Boulevard Multimodal Study (Project No. 256042).
16. Second Reading of Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Santa Ana Amending Chapter 2 of the Santa Ana Municipal Code by Adding Section 2112 Prohibiting the Award of Agreements, Contracts, or Grants to Immediate Family Members of the Mayor, City Council Members, or City Officials (Second Reading) First Reading at the February 4, 2025 City Council meeting and approved by an unanimous vote of 70. Legal notice was published in the OC Reporter on February 10, 2025.
Department(s): City Manager’s Office
Recommended Action: Conduct a second reading and adopt an ordinance amending Chapter 2 of the Santa Ana Municipal Code by adding Section 2112, which prohibits awarding agreements, contracts, or grants to immediate family members of the Mayor, City Council Members, or City Officials.
ORDINANCE NO. NS3077 entitled AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA ANA AMENDING CHAPTER 2 OF THE SANTA ANA MUNICIPAL CODE BY ADDING A NEW SECTION 2112 CONCERNING THE PROHIBITION AGAINST AWARDING OF AGREEMENTS, CONTRACTS OR GRANTS TO ANY IMMEDIATE FAMILY MEMBER OF THE MAYOR, CITY COUNCIL MEMBERS, OR CITY OFFICIALS
**END OF CONSENT CALENDAR**
PUBLIC HEARING
PUBLIC COMMENTS – Members of the public may address the City Council on each of the Public Hearing items.
17. Public Hearing for FiveYear Economic Development Subsidy Reports for TACenergy and THRIVE Santa Ana, LLC
Legal notice published in the OC Reporter on February 5, 2025.
Department(s): Community Development Agency
Recommended Action: 1. Conduct Public Hearing to consider any written or oral comments on the information contained in the FiveYear Economic Development Subsidy reports for TACenergy and THRIVE Santa Ana, LLC.
2. Receive and File Reports.
COUNCILMEMBER REQUESTED ITEMS
18. Discuss and consider directing the City Manager to direct city staff to bring back the attached Resolution for Council consideration that would OPPOSE South Coast Air Quality Management District’s (SCAQMD) proposed Amended Rules 1111 and 1121; Which will have a profound impact and impose significant costs on millions of Southern California homeowners, renters and businesses who are already struggling to make ends meet while providing minimal air quality benefit. – Councilmember David Penaloza
WORK STUDY SESSION
19. Work Study Session for Parking Enterprise Fund 27
Department(s): Community Development Agency
Recommended Action: Discuss and provide direction to staff for budget, rates, and hours of operation that relate to the Parking Enterprise Fund 27.
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.
ADJOURNMENT – Adjourn the City Council meeting.
Future Items
1. Fiscal Year 2024/25 MidYear Budget Update
2. Transit Zoning Code Updates
POSTING STATEMENT: On February 11, 2025, 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.
2/18/2025
City Council Meeting Agenda
February 18, 2025
REGULAR OPEN MEETING – 5:30 PM
CITY COUNCIL CHAMBER
22 Civic Center Plaza Santa Ana, CA 92701
Valerie Amezcua
Mayor
Thai Viet Phan
Councilmember – Ward 1
Benjamin Vazquez
Mayor Pro Tem 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
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 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.
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) public hearing item, iv) special agenda item, or v) for Housing Authority item. You may request to speak by dialing *9 from your phone or you may virtually raise your hand from Zoom.
After the Clerk confirms the last three digits of the caller’s phone number or Zoom ID and unmutes them, the caller must press *6 or microphone icon to speak. Callers are encouraged, but not required, to identify themselves by name. Each caller will be provided three (3) minutes to speak, unless due to the number of speakers wanting to speak a decision is made to provide a different amount of time to speak.
INPERSON OPTION Members of the public can provide inperson comments at the podium in the Council Chamber. The Council Chamber will have seating available for members of the public to attend the meeting inperson. Public comments are limited to three (3) minutes per speaker, unless a different time is announced by the presiding chair. Speakers who wish to address the Council must do so by submitting a “Request to Speak” card by 5:45 p.m. for all 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 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 5:00 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.
2. LIVE PUBLIC COMMENTS ON PUBLIC HEARING ITEMS – You can provide comments by joining Zoom or the Conference Call as described in the LIVE or INPERSON PUBLIC COMMENTS OPTION above. Speakers not in the queue by 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 ).
CITY COUNCIL REGULAR OPEN SESSION
CALL TO ORDER
ATTENDANCE Council Members Phil Bacerra
Johnathan Ryan Hernandez
Jessie Lopez
David Penaloza
Thai Viet Phan
Mayor Pro Tem Benjamin Vazquez
Mayor Valerie Amezcua
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 Bob Barnett
ADDITIONS\DELETIONS TO THE AGENDA
CEREMONIAL PRESENTATIONS
1. Certificates of Recognition presented by Mayor Amezcua to Santa Ana High School Boys and Girls Wrestling Teams for their Exceptional Athletic Accomplishments
2. Certificate of Recognition presented by Councilmember Hernandez to Tyrone Tripp and the Tripp Family in honor of Black History Month and for their Outstanding Contributions to the Community
3. Proclamation presented by Councilmember Lopez to Santa Ana Unified School District declaring February 19, 2025, as “We Care Day”
PUBLIC COMMENTS – Public comments will be held during the beginning of the meeting for ALL comments on agenda and nonagenda items, with the exception of public hearings.
Comments for public hearings will take place after the hearing is opened.
CONSENT CALENDAR
RECOMMENDED ACTION: Approve staff recommendations on the following Consent Calendar Items: 4 through 16 and waive reading of all resolutions and ordinances.
4. Excused Absences
Department(s): City Clerk’s Office
Recommended Action: Excuse the absent members.
5. Minutes from the Regular Meeting of February 4, 2025 Department(s): City Clerk’s Office
Recommended Action: Approve minutes.
6. Minutes of the Regular Meetings of Arts and Culture Commission on November 21, 2024, Workforce Development Board on July 18, 2024, and Youth Commission on November 18, 2024
Department(s): City Clerk’s Office
Recommended Action: Receive and file.
7. Appoint and ReAppoint Various Boards and Commissions Members Nominated by Councilmember Hernandez as the Ward 5 Representative for a FullTerm Expiring December 12, 2028
Department(s): City Clerk’s Office
Recommended Action: Appoint the following members and administer the Oaths of Office.
1. Miguel Ochoa – Arts and Culture Commission (Pursuant to SAMC Sec. 2326(a), requires five affirmative votes.)
2. Dwayne Shipp – Community Development Commission (Pursuant to SAMC Sec. 2 326(a), requires five affirmative votes.)
3. Ruby Woo – Parks, Recreation, and Community Services Commission (Pursuant to SAMC Sec. 2326(a), requires five affirmative votes.)
4. Nathaniel Greensides – Personnel Board
5. Amalia Mejia – Police Oversight Commission (Pursuant to SAMC Sec. 2326(a), requires five affirmative votes.)
6. Adrian Ramirez – Youth Commission
7. Michael Chu – Santa Ana 2018 Measure X Citizens’ Oversight Committee
8. Workforce Development Board Bylaws
Department(s): Community Development Agency
Recommended Action: Receive and file.
9. Application to the California Workforce Development Board to Request Governor Approval to Continue as a Career Services Provider for the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act Title I Grant
Department(s): Community Development Agency
Recommended Action: Authorize application submission requesting Governor approval to continue as a Career Services Provider and an Adult Dislocated Worker service provider within a Local Workforce Development Area under the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act.
10. Purchase Order Contract to Magnet Forensics, LLC for Digital Forensic Annual License Subscription (Specification No. 25018) (NonGeneral Fund) Department(s): Police Department
Recommended Action: Authorize a purchase order to Magnet Forensics, LLC for digital forensic annual license subscription for a oneyear term beginning February 18, 2025 and expiring February 17, 2026, in an amount not to exceed $57,110.
11. Purchase Order Contracts with Action Plumbing Supply, LLC, Famcon Pipe & Supply, Inc., and Ferguson Enterprises, LLC for Copper Tubing (Specification No. 24095) (NonGeneral Fund)
Department(s): Public Works Agency
Recommended Action: Award aggregate Purchase Order Contracts to vendors listed below for copper tubing on an asneeded basis, in an annual aggregate amount not to exceed $100,000, for a term beginning February 18, 2025 and expiring February 17, 2026, with provisions for four, oneyear renewal options for a not to exceed total of $500,000.
Vendor Location
Action Plumbing Supply, LLC Mira Loma, CA
Famcon Pipe & Supply, Inc. Oxnard, CA
Ferguson Enterprises, LLC Santa Ana, CA
12. Purchase Order Contracts with FilTrek Corporation, Pure Process Filtration Inc., and Vytal Filtration TechnologiesWest for Cartridge Filters and Chlorine Filters (Specification No. 24128) (NonGeneral Fund)
Department(s): Public Works Agency
Recommended Action: Award aggregate purchase order contracts to the vendors listed below for cartridge filters and chlorine filters on asneeded basis, for an aggregate amount not to exceed $3,000,000, for a term beginning February 18, 2025 and expiring February 17, 2026, with provisions for four, oneyear renewal options.
Vendor Location
FilTrek Corporation Cambridge, Ontario (Canada)
Pure Process Filtration Inc. Garden Grove, CA
Vytal Filtration TechnologiesWestVisalia, CA
13. Agreement with IDS Group for Architectural Design Services for Santa Ana Downtown Parking Structures Improvements (Project No. 259004) (NonGeneral Fund)
Department(s): Public Works Agency
Recommended Action: Approve an agreement with IDS Group for architectural design services for Santa Ana Downtown Parking Structures Improvements for an amount of $157,587 plus a 10% contingency of $15,759, for a total amount not to exceed $173,346, for a term beginning February 18, 2025 and expiring February 17, 2027, with a provision for a twoyear extension without additional funds (Agreement No. A2025XXX).
14. Agreements with Akel Engineering Group, Inc., Cannon Corporation, EEC Environmental, HuittZollars, Inc., JIG Consultants, Kleinfelder, Inc., Psomas, Tetra Tech EC, Inc., and Water Works Engineers, LLC for OnCall Engineering Services (No. 24083) (NonGeneral Fund)
Department(s): Public Works Agency
Recommended Action: Approve agreements with Akel Engineering Group, Inc., Cannon Corporation, EEC Environmental, HuittZollars, Inc., JIG Consultants, Kleinfelder, Inc., Psomas, Tetra Tech EC, Inc., and Water Works Engineers, LLC to provide oncall engineering services, for a shared aggregate amount not to exceed $2,000,000, for a threeyear term beginning February 18, 2025 and expiring February 17, 2028, with provisions for two oneyear extensions (Core Agreement No. A2025 XXX).
15. Cooperative Agreement with Orange County Transportation Authority for the First Street Multimodal Boulevard Study (Project No. 256042) (NonGeneral Fund) Department(s): Public Works Agency
Recommended Action: 1. Approve an appropriation adjustment recognizing Regional Early Action Planning 2.0 funding in the amount of $4,300,000 into the Public ServicesStreet Safety Projects, State GrantIndirect revenue account and appropriate the same amount into the State Safety Projects, Improvements Other Than Building expenditure account (Requires five affirmative votes).
2. Approve a Cooperative Agreement with Orange County Transportation Authority in an amount not to exceed $4,300,000, for the evaluation and preliminary design of the First Street Boulevard Study, effective upon full approval of the agreement through December 31, 2027 (Agreement No. A2025XXX).
3. Approve an amendment to the Fiscal Year 202425 Capital Improvement Program to include $4,300,000 in study and design funds for the First Street Boulevard Multimodal Study (Project No. 256042).
16. Second Reading of Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Santa Ana Amending Chapter 2 of the Santa Ana Municipal Code by Adding Section 2112 Prohibiting the Award of Agreements, Contracts, or Grants to Immediate Family Members of the Mayor, City Council Members, or City Officials (Second Reading) First Reading at the February 4, 2025 City Council meeting and approved by an unanimous vote of 70. Legal notice was published in the OC Reporter on February 10, 2025.
Department(s): City Manager’s Office
Recommended Action: Conduct a second reading and adopt an ordinance amending Chapter 2 of the Santa Ana Municipal Code by adding Section 2112, which prohibits awarding agreements, contracts, or grants to immediate family members of the Mayor, City Council Members, or City Officials.
ORDINANCE NO. NS3077 entitled AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA ANA AMENDING CHAPTER 2 OF THE SANTA ANA MUNICIPAL CODE BY ADDING A NEW SECTION 2112 CONCERNING THE PROHIBITION AGAINST AWARDING OF AGREEMENTS, CONTRACTS OR GRANTS TO ANY IMMEDIATE FAMILY MEMBER OF THE MAYOR, CITY COUNCIL MEMBERS, OR CITY OFFICIALS
**END OF CONSENT CALENDAR**
PUBLIC HEARING
PUBLIC COMMENTS – Members of the public may address the City Council on each of the Public Hearing items.
17. Public Hearing for FiveYear Economic Development Subsidy Reports for TACenergy and THRIVE Santa Ana, LLC
Legal notice published in the OC Reporter on February 5, 2025.
Department(s): Community Development Agency
Recommended Action: 1. Conduct Public Hearing to consider any written or oral comments on the information contained in the FiveYear Economic Development Subsidy reports for TACenergy and THRIVE Santa Ana, LLC.
2. Receive and File Reports.
COUNCILMEMBER REQUESTED ITEMS
18. Discuss and consider directing the City Manager to direct city staff to bring back the attached Resolution for Council consideration that would OPPOSE South Coast Air Quality Management District’s (SCAQMD) proposed Amended Rules 1111 and 1121; Which will have a profound impact and impose significant costs on millions of Southern California homeowners, renters and businesses who are already struggling to make ends meet while providing minimal air quality benefit. – Councilmember David Penaloza
WORK STUDY SESSION
19. Work Study Session for Parking Enterprise Fund 27
Department(s): Community Development Agency
Recommended Action: Discuss and provide direction to staff for budget, rates, and hours of operation that relate to the Parking Enterprise Fund 27.
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.
ADJOURNMENT – Adjourn the City Council meeting.
Future Items
1. Fiscal Year 2024/25 MidYear Budget Update
2. Transit Zoning Code Updates
POSTING STATEMENT: On February 11, 2025, 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.
2/18/2025
City Council Meeting Agenda
February 18, 2025
REGULAR OPEN MEETING – 5:30 PM
CITY COUNCIL CHAMBER
22 Civic Center Plaza Santa Ana, CA 92701
Valerie Amezcua
Mayor
Thai Viet Phan
Councilmember – Ward 1
Benjamin Vazquez
Mayor Pro Tem 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
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 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.
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) public hearing item, iv) special agenda item, or v) for Housing Authority item. You may request to speak by dialing *9 from your phone or you may virtually raise your hand from Zoom.
After the Clerk confirms the last three digits of the caller’s phone number or Zoom ID and unmutes them, the caller must press *6 or microphone icon to speak. Callers are encouraged, but not required, to identify themselves by name. Each caller will be provided three (3) minutes to speak, unless due to the number of speakers wanting to speak a decision is made to provide a different amount of time to speak.
INPERSON OPTION Members of the public can provide inperson comments at the podium in the Council Chamber. The Council Chamber will have seating available for members of the public to attend the meeting inperson. Public comments are limited to three (3) minutes per speaker, unless a different time is announced by the presiding chair. Speakers who wish to address the Council must do so by submitting a “Request to Speak” card by 5:45 p.m. for all 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 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 5:00 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.
2. LIVE PUBLIC COMMENTS ON PUBLIC HEARING ITEMS – You can provide comments by joining Zoom or the Conference Call as described in the LIVE or INPERSON PUBLIC COMMENTS OPTION above. Speakers not in the queue by 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 ).
CITY COUNCIL REGULAR OPEN SESSION
CALL TO ORDER
ATTENDANCE Council Members Phil Bacerra
Johnathan Ryan Hernandez
Jessie Lopez
David Penaloza
Thai Viet Phan
Mayor Pro Tem Benjamin Vazquez
Mayor Valerie Amezcua
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 Bob Barnett
ADDITIONS\DELETIONS TO THE AGENDA
CEREMONIAL PRESENTATIONS
1. Certificates of Recognition presented by Mayor Amezcua to Santa Ana High School Boys and Girls Wrestling Teams for their Exceptional Athletic Accomplishments
2. Certificate of Recognition presented by Councilmember Hernandez to Tyrone Tripp and the Tripp Family in honor of Black History Month and for their Outstanding Contributions to the Community
3. Proclamation presented by Councilmember Lopez to Santa Ana Unified School District declaring February 19, 2025, as “We Care Day”
PUBLIC COMMENTS – Public comments will be held during the beginning of the meeting for ALL comments on agenda and nonagenda items, with the exception of public hearings.
Comments for public hearings will take place after the hearing is opened.
CONSENT CALENDAR
RECOMMENDED ACTION: Approve staff recommendations on the following Consent Calendar Items: 4 through 16 and waive reading of all resolutions and ordinances.
4. Excused Absences
Department(s): City Clerk’s Office
Recommended Action: Excuse the absent members.
5. Minutes from the Regular Meeting of February 4, 2025 Department(s): City Clerk’s Office
Recommended Action: Approve minutes.
6. Minutes of the Regular Meetings of Arts and Culture Commission on November 21, 2024, Workforce Development Board on July 18, 2024, and Youth Commission on November 18, 2024
Department(s): City Clerk’s Office
Recommended Action: Receive and file.
7. Appoint and ReAppoint Various Boards and Commissions Members Nominated by Councilmember Hernandez as the Ward 5 Representative for a FullTerm Expiring December 12, 2028
Department(s): City Clerk’s Office
Recommended Action: Appoint the following members and administer the Oaths of Office.
1. Miguel Ochoa – Arts and Culture Commission (Pursuant to SAMC Sec. 2326(a), requires five affirmative votes.)
2. Dwayne Shipp – Community Development Commission (Pursuant to SAMC Sec. 2 326(a), requires five affirmative votes.)
3. Ruby Woo – Parks, Recreation, and Community Services Commission (Pursuant to SAMC Sec. 2326(a), requires five affirmative votes.)
4. Nathaniel Greensides – Personnel Board
5. Amalia Mejia – Police Oversight Commission (Pursuant to SAMC Sec. 2326(a), requires five affirmative votes.)
6. Adrian Ramirez – Youth Commission
7. Michael Chu – Santa Ana 2018 Measure X Citizens’ Oversight Committee
8. Workforce Development Board Bylaws
Department(s): Community Development Agency
Recommended Action: Receive and file.
9. Application to the California Workforce Development Board to Request Governor Approval to Continue as a Career Services Provider for the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act Title I Grant
Department(s): Community Development Agency
Recommended Action: Authorize application submission requesting Governor approval to continue as a Career Services Provider and an Adult Dislocated Worker service provider within a Local Workforce Development Area under the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act.
10. Purchase Order Contract to Magnet Forensics, LLC for Digital Forensic Annual License Subscription (Specification No. 25018) (NonGeneral Fund) Department(s): Police Department
Recommended Action: Authorize a purchase order to Magnet Forensics, LLC for digital forensic annual license subscription for a oneyear term beginning February 18, 2025 and expiring February 17, 2026, in an amount not to exceed $57,110.
11. Purchase Order Contracts with Action Plumbing Supply, LLC, Famcon Pipe & Supply, Inc., and Ferguson Enterprises, LLC for Copper Tubing (Specification No. 24095) (NonGeneral Fund)
Department(s): Public Works Agency
Recommended Action: Award aggregate Purchase Order Contracts to vendors listed below for copper tubing on an asneeded basis, in an annual aggregate amount not to exceed $100,000, for a term beginning February 18, 2025 and expiring February 17, 2026, with provisions for four, oneyear renewal options for a not to exceed total of $500,000.
Vendor Location
Action Plumbing Supply, LLC Mira Loma, CA
Famcon Pipe & Supply, Inc. Oxnard, CA
Ferguson Enterprises, LLC Santa Ana, CA
12. Purchase Order Contracts with FilTrek Corporation, Pure Process Filtration Inc., and Vytal Filtration TechnologiesWest for Cartridge Filters and Chlorine Filters (Specification No. 24128) (NonGeneral Fund)
Department(s): Public Works Agency
Recommended Action: Award aggregate purchase order contracts to the vendors listed below for cartridge filters and chlorine filters on asneeded basis, for an aggregate amount not to exceed $3,000,000, for a term beginning February 18, 2025 and expiring February 17, 2026, with provisions for four, oneyear renewal options.
Vendor Location
FilTrek Corporation Cambridge, Ontario (Canada)
Pure Process Filtration Inc. Garden Grove, CA
Vytal Filtration TechnologiesWestVisalia, CA
13. Agreement with IDS Group for Architectural Design Services for Santa Ana Downtown Parking Structures Improvements (Project No. 259004) (NonGeneral Fund)
Department(s): Public Works Agency
Recommended Action: Approve an agreement with IDS Group for architectural design services for Santa Ana Downtown Parking Structures Improvements for an amount of $157,587 plus a 10% contingency of $15,759, for a total amount not to exceed $173,346, for a term beginning February 18, 2025 and expiring February 17, 2027, with a provision for a twoyear extension without additional funds (Agreement No. A2025XXX).
14. Agreements with Akel Engineering Group, Inc., Cannon Corporation, EEC Environmental, HuittZollars, Inc., JIG Consultants, Kleinfelder, Inc., Psomas, Tetra Tech EC, Inc., and Water Works Engineers, LLC for OnCall Engineering Services (No. 24083) (NonGeneral Fund)
Department(s): Public Works Agency
Recommended Action: Approve agreements with Akel Engineering Group, Inc., Cannon Corporation, EEC Environmental, HuittZollars, Inc., JIG Consultants, Kleinfelder, Inc., Psomas, Tetra Tech EC, Inc., and Water Works Engineers, LLC to provide oncall engineering services, for a shared aggregate amount not to exceed $2,000,000, for a threeyear term beginning February 18, 2025 and expiring February 17, 2028, with provisions for two oneyear extensions (Core Agreement No. A2025 XXX).
15. Cooperative Agreement with Orange County Transportation Authority for the First Street Multimodal Boulevard Study (Project No. 256042) (NonGeneral Fund) Department(s): Public Works Agency
Recommended Action: 1. Approve an appropriation adjustment recognizing Regional Early Action Planning 2.0 funding in the amount of $4,300,000 into the Public ServicesStreet Safety Projects, State GrantIndirect revenue account and appropriate the same amount into the State Safety Projects, Improvements Other Than Building expenditure account (Requires five affirmative votes).
2. Approve a Cooperative Agreement with Orange County Transportation Authority in an amount not to exceed $4,300,000, for the evaluation and preliminary design of the First Street Boulevard Study, effective upon full approval of the agreement through December 31, 2027 (Agreement No. A2025XXX).
3. Approve an amendment to the Fiscal Year 202425 Capital Improvement Program to include $4,300,000 in study and design funds for the First Street Boulevard Multimodal Study (Project No. 256042).
16. Second Reading of Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Santa Ana Amending Chapter 2 of the Santa Ana Municipal Code by Adding Section 2112 Prohibiting the Award of Agreements, Contracts, or Grants to Immediate Family Members of the Mayor, City Council Members, or City Officials (Second Reading) First Reading at the February 4, 2025 City Council meeting and approved by an unanimous vote of 70. Legal notice was published in the OC Reporter on February 10, 2025.
Department(s): City Manager’s Office
Recommended Action: Conduct a second reading and adopt an ordinance amending Chapter 2 of the Santa Ana Municipal Code by adding Section 2112, which prohibits awarding agreements, contracts, or grants to immediate family members of the Mayor, City Council Members, or City Officials.
ORDINANCE NO. NS3077 entitled AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA ANA AMENDING CHAPTER 2 OF THE SANTA ANA MUNICIPAL CODE BY ADDING A NEW SECTION 2112 CONCERNING THE PROHIBITION AGAINST AWARDING OF AGREEMENTS, CONTRACTS OR GRANTS TO ANY IMMEDIATE FAMILY MEMBER OF THE MAYOR, CITY COUNCIL MEMBERS, OR CITY OFFICIALS
**END OF CONSENT CALENDAR**
PUBLIC HEARING
PUBLIC COMMENTS – Members of the public may address the City Council on each of the Public Hearing items.
17. Public Hearing for FiveYear Economic Development Subsidy Reports for TACenergy and THRIVE Santa Ana, LLC
Legal notice published in the OC Reporter on February 5, 2025.
Department(s): Community Development Agency
Recommended Action: 1. Conduct Public Hearing to consider any written or oral comments on the information contained in the FiveYear Economic Development Subsidy reports for TACenergy and THRIVE Santa Ana, LLC.
2. Receive and File Reports.
COUNCILMEMBER REQUESTED ITEMS
18. Discuss and consider directing the City Manager to direct city staff to bring back the attached Resolution for Council consideration that would OPPOSE South Coast Air Quality Management District’s (SCAQMD) proposed Amended Rules 1111 and 1121; Which will have a profound impact and impose significant costs on millions of Southern California homeowners, renters and businesses who are already struggling to make ends meet while providing minimal air quality benefit. – Councilmember David Penaloza
WORK STUDY SESSION
19. Work Study Session for Parking Enterprise Fund 27
Department(s): Community Development Agency
Recommended Action: Discuss and provide direction to staff for budget, rates, and hours of operation that relate to the Parking Enterprise Fund 27.
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.
ADJOURNMENT – Adjourn the City Council meeting.
Future Items
1. Fiscal Year 2024/25 MidYear Budget Update
2. Transit Zoning Code Updates
POSTING STATEMENT: On February 11, 2025, 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.
2/18/2025
City Council Meeting Agenda
February 18, 2025
REGULAR OPEN MEETING – 5:30 PM
CITY COUNCIL CHAMBER
22 Civic Center Plaza Santa Ana, CA 92701
Valerie Amezcua
Mayor
Thai Viet Phan
Councilmember – Ward 1
Benjamin Vazquez
Mayor Pro Tem 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
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 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.
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) public hearing item, iv) special agenda item, or v) for Housing Authority item. You may request to speak by dialing *9 from your phone or you may virtually raise your hand from Zoom.
After the Clerk confirms the last three digits of the caller’s phone number or Zoom ID and unmutes them, the caller must press *6 or microphone icon to speak. Callers are encouraged, but not required, to identify themselves by name. Each caller will be provided three (3) minutes to speak, unless due to the number of speakers wanting to speak a decision is made to provide a different amount of time to speak.
INPERSON OPTION Members of the public can provide inperson comments at the podium in the Council Chamber. The Council Chamber will have seating available for members of the public to attend the meeting inperson. Public comments are limited to three (3) minutes per speaker, unless a different time is announced by the presiding chair. Speakers who wish to address the Council must do so by submitting a “Request to Speak” card by 5:45 p.m. for all 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 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 5:00 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.
2. LIVE PUBLIC COMMENTS ON PUBLIC HEARING ITEMS – You can provide comments by joining Zoom or the Conference Call as described in the LIVE or INPERSON PUBLIC COMMENTS OPTION above. Speakers not in the queue by 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 ).
CITY COUNCIL REGULAR OPEN SESSION
CALL TO ORDER
ATTENDANCE Council Members Phil Bacerra
Johnathan Ryan Hernandez
Jessie Lopez
David Penaloza
Thai Viet Phan
Mayor Pro Tem Benjamin Vazquez
Mayor Valerie Amezcua
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 Bob Barnett
ADDITIONS\DELETIONS TO THE AGENDA
CEREMONIAL PRESENTATIONS
1. Certificates of Recognition presented by Mayor Amezcua to Santa Ana High School Boys and Girls Wrestling Teams for their Exceptional Athletic Accomplishments
2. Certificate of Recognition presented by Councilmember Hernandez to Tyrone Tripp and the Tripp Family in honor of Black History Month and for their Outstanding Contributions to the Community
3. Proclamation presented by Councilmember Lopez to Santa Ana Unified School District declaring February 19, 2025, as “We Care Day”
PUBLIC COMMENTS – Public comments will be held during the beginning of the meeting for ALL comments on agenda and nonagenda items, with the exception of public hearings.
Comments for public hearings will take place after the hearing is opened.
CONSENT CALENDAR
RECOMMENDED ACTION: Approve staff recommendations on the following Consent Calendar Items: 4 through 16 and waive reading of all resolutions and ordinances.
4. Excused Absences
Department(s): City Clerk’s Office
Recommended Action: Excuse the absent members.
5. Minutes from the Regular Meeting of February 4, 2025 Department(s): City Clerk’s Office
Recommended Action: Approve minutes.
6. Minutes of the Regular Meetings of Arts and Culture Commission on November 21, 2024, Workforce Development Board on July 18, 2024, and Youth Commission on November 18, 2024
Department(s): City Clerk’s Office
Recommended Action: Receive and file.
7. Appoint and ReAppoint Various Boards and Commissions Members Nominated by Councilmember Hernandez as the Ward 5 Representative for a FullTerm Expiring December 12, 2028
Department(s): City Clerk’s Office
Recommended Action: Appoint the following members and administer the Oaths of Office.
1. Miguel Ochoa – Arts and Culture Commission (Pursuant to SAMC Sec. 2326(a), requires five affirmative votes.)
2. Dwayne Shipp – Community Development Commission (Pursuant to SAMC Sec. 2 326(a), requires five affirmative votes.)
3. Ruby Woo – Parks, Recreation, and Community Services Commission (Pursuant to SAMC Sec. 2326(a), requires five affirmative votes.)
4. Nathaniel Greensides – Personnel Board
5. Amalia Mejia – Police Oversight Commission (Pursuant to SAMC Sec. 2326(a), requires five affirmative votes.)
6. Adrian Ramirez – Youth Commission
7. Michael Chu – Santa Ana 2018 Measure X Citizens’ Oversight Committee
8. Workforce Development Board Bylaws
Department(s): Community Development Agency
Recommended Action: Receive and file.
9. Application to the California Workforce Development Board to Request Governor Approval to Continue as a Career Services Provider for the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act Title I Grant
Department(s): Community Development Agency
Recommended Action: Authorize application submission requesting Governor approval to continue as a Career Services Provider and an Adult Dislocated Worker service provider within a Local Workforce Development Area under the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act.
10. Purchase Order Contract to Magnet Forensics, LLC for Digital Forensic Annual License Subscription (Specification No. 25018) (NonGeneral Fund) Department(s): Police Department
Recommended Action: Authorize a purchase order to Magnet Forensics, LLC for digital forensic annual license subscription for a oneyear term beginning February 18, 2025 and expiring February 17, 2026, in an amount not to exceed $57,110.
11. Purchase Order Contracts with Action Plumbing Supply, LLC, Famcon Pipe & Supply, Inc., and Ferguson Enterprises, LLC for Copper Tubing (Specification No. 24095) (NonGeneral Fund)
Department(s): Public Works Agency
Recommended Action: Award aggregate Purchase Order Contracts to vendors listed below for copper tubing on an asneeded basis, in an annual aggregate amount not to exceed $100,000, for a term beginning February 18, 2025 and expiring February 17, 2026, with provisions for four, oneyear renewal options for a not to exceed total of $500,000.
Vendor Location
Action Plumbing Supply, LLC Mira Loma, CA
Famcon Pipe & Supply, Inc. Oxnard, CA
Ferguson Enterprises, LLC Santa Ana, CA
12. Purchase Order Contracts with FilTrek Corporation, Pure Process Filtration Inc., and Vytal Filtration TechnologiesWest for Cartridge Filters and Chlorine Filters (Specification No. 24128) (NonGeneral Fund)
Department(s): Public Works Agency
Recommended Action: Award aggregate purchase order contracts to the vendors listed below for cartridge filters and chlorine filters on asneeded basis, for an aggregate amount not to exceed $3,000,000, for a term beginning February 18, 2025 and expiring February 17, 2026, with provisions for four, oneyear renewal options.
Vendor Location
FilTrek Corporation Cambridge, Ontario (Canada)
Pure Process Filtration Inc. Garden Grove, CA
Vytal Filtration TechnologiesWestVisalia, CA
13. Agreement with IDS Group for Architectural Design Services for Santa Ana Downtown Parking Structures Improvements (Project No. 259004) (NonGeneral Fund)
Department(s): Public Works Agency
Recommended Action: Approve an agreement with IDS Group for architectural design services for Santa Ana Downtown Parking Structures Improvements for an amount of $157,587 plus a 10% contingency of $15,759, for a total amount not to exceed $173,346, for a term beginning February 18, 2025 and expiring February 17, 2027, with a provision for a twoyear extension without additional funds (Agreement No. A2025XXX).
14. Agreements with Akel Engineering Group, Inc., Cannon Corporation, EEC Environmental, HuittZollars, Inc., JIG Consultants, Kleinfelder, Inc., Psomas, Tetra Tech EC, Inc., and Water Works Engineers, LLC for OnCall Engineering Services (No. 24083) (NonGeneral Fund)
Department(s): Public Works Agency
Recommended Action: Approve agreements with Akel Engineering Group, Inc., Cannon Corporation, EEC Environmental, HuittZollars, Inc., JIG Consultants, Kleinfelder, Inc., Psomas, Tetra Tech EC, Inc., and Water Works Engineers, LLC to provide oncall engineering services, for a shared aggregate amount not to exceed $2,000,000, for a threeyear term beginning February 18, 2025 and expiring February 17, 2028, with provisions for two oneyear extensions (Core Agreement No. A2025 XXX).
15. Cooperative Agreement with Orange County Transportation Authority for the First Street Multimodal Boulevard Study (Project No. 256042) (NonGeneral Fund) Department(s): Public Works Agency
Recommended Action: 1. Approve an appropriation adjustment recognizing Regional Early Action Planning 2.0 funding in the amount of $4,300,000 into the Public ServicesStreet Safety Projects, State GrantIndirect revenue account and appropriate the same amount into the State Safety Projects, Improvements Other Than Building expenditure account (Requires five affirmative votes).
2. Approve a Cooperative Agreement with Orange County Transportation Authority in an amount not to exceed $4,300,000, for the evaluation and preliminary design of the First Street Boulevard Study, effective upon full approval of the agreement through December 31, 2027 (Agreement No. A2025XXX).
3. Approve an amendment to the Fiscal Year 202425 Capital Improvement Program to include $4,300,000 in study and design funds for the First Street Boulevard Multimodal Study (Project No. 256042).
16. Second Reading of Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Santa Ana Amending Chapter 2 of the Santa Ana Municipal Code by Adding Section 2112 Prohibiting the Award of Agreements, Contracts, or Grants to Immediate Family Members of the Mayor, City Council Members, or City Officials (Second Reading) First Reading at the February 4, 2025 City Council meeting and approved by an unanimous vote of 70. Legal notice was published in the OC Reporter on February 10, 2025.
Department(s): City Manager’s Office
Recommended Action: Conduct a second reading and adopt an ordinance amending Chapter 2 of the Santa Ana Municipal Code by adding Section 2112, which prohibits awarding agreements, contracts, or grants to immediate family members of the Mayor, City Council Members, or City Officials.
ORDINANCE NO. NS3077 entitled AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA ANA AMENDING CHAPTER 2 OF THE SANTA ANA MUNICIPAL CODE BY ADDING A NEW SECTION 2112 CONCERNING THE PROHIBITION AGAINST AWARDING OF AGREEMENTS, CONTRACTS OR GRANTS TO ANY IMMEDIATE FAMILY MEMBER OF THE MAYOR, CITY COUNCIL MEMBERS, OR CITY OFFICIALS
**END OF CONSENT CALENDAR**
PUBLIC HEARING
PUBLIC COMMENTS – Members of the public may address the City Council on each of the Public Hearing items.
17. Public Hearing for FiveYear Economic Development Subsidy Reports for TACenergy and THRIVE Santa Ana, LLC
Legal notice published in the OC Reporter on February 5, 2025.
Department(s): Community Development Agency
Recommended Action: 1. Conduct Public Hearing to consider any written or oral comments on the information contained in the FiveYear Economic Development Subsidy reports for TACenergy and THRIVE Santa Ana, LLC.
2. Receive and File Reports.
COUNCILMEMBER REQUESTED ITEMS
18. Discuss and consider directing the City Manager to direct city staff to bring back the attached Resolution for Council consideration that would OPPOSE South Coast Air Quality Management District’s (SCAQMD) proposed Amended Rules 1111 and 1121; Which will have a profound impact and impose significant costs on millions of Southern California homeowners, renters and businesses who are already struggling to make ends meet while providing minimal air quality benefit. – Councilmember David Penaloza
WORK STUDY SESSION
19. Work Study Session for Parking Enterprise Fund 27
Department(s): Community Development Agency
Recommended Action: Discuss and provide direction to staff for budget, rates, and hours of operation that relate to the Parking Enterprise Fund 27.
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.
ADJOURNMENT – Adjourn the City Council meeting.
Future Items
1. Fiscal Year 2024/25 MidYear Budget Update
2. Transit Zoning Code Updates
POSTING STATEMENT: On February 11, 2025, 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.
2/18/2025
City Council Meeting Agenda
February 18, 2025
REGULAR OPEN MEETING – 5:30 PM
CITY COUNCIL CHAMBER
22 Civic Center Plaza Santa Ana, CA 92701
Valerie Amezcua
Mayor
Thai Viet Phan
Councilmember – Ward 1
Benjamin Vazquez
Mayor Pro Tem 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
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 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.
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) public hearing item, iv) special agenda item, or v) for Housing Authority item. You may request to speak by dialing *9 from your phone or you may virtually raise your hand from Zoom.
After the Clerk confirms the last three digits of the caller’s phone number or Zoom ID and unmutes them, the caller must press *6 or microphone icon to speak. Callers are encouraged, but not required, to identify themselves by name. Each caller will be provided three (3) minutes to speak, unless due to the number of speakers wanting to speak a decision is made to provide a different amount of time to speak.
INPERSON OPTION Members of the public can provide inperson comments at the podium in the Council Chamber. The Council Chamber will have seating available for members of the public to attend the meeting inperson. Public comments are limited to three (3) minutes per speaker, unless a different time is announced by the presiding chair. Speakers who wish to address the Council must do so by submitting a “Request to Speak” card by 5:45 p.m. for all 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 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 5:00 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.
2. LIVE PUBLIC COMMENTS ON PUBLIC HEARING ITEMS – You can provide comments by joining Zoom or the Conference Call as described in the LIVE or INPERSON PUBLIC COMMENTS OPTION above. Speakers not in the queue by 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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CITY COUNCIL REGULAR OPEN SESSION
CALL TO ORDER
ATTENDANCE Council Members Phil Bacerra
Johnathan Ryan Hernandez
Jessie Lopez
David Penaloza
Thai Viet Phan
Mayor Pro Tem Benjamin Vazquez
Mayor Valerie Amezcua
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 Bob Barnett
ADDITIONS\DELETIONS TO THE AGENDA
CEREMONIAL PRESENTATIONS
1. Certificates of Recognition presented by Mayor Amezcua to Santa Ana High School Boys and Girls Wrestling Teams for their Exceptional Athletic Accomplishments
2. Certificate of Recognition presented by Councilmember Hernandez to Tyrone Tripp and the Tripp Family in honor of Black History Month and for their Outstanding Contributions to the Community
3. Proclamation presented by Councilmember Lopez to Santa Ana Unified School District declaring February 19, 2025, as “We Care Day”
PUBLIC COMMENTS – Public comments will be held during the beginning of the meeting for ALL comments on agenda and nonagenda items, with the exception of public hearings.
Comments for public hearings will take place after the hearing is opened.
CONSENT CALENDAR
RECOMMENDED ACTION: Approve staff recommendations on the following Consent Calendar Items: 4 through 16 and waive reading of all resolutions and ordinances.
4. Excused Absences
Department(s): City Clerk’s Office
Recommended Action: Excuse the absent members.
5. Minutes from the Regular Meeting of February 4, 2025 Department(s): City Clerk’s Office
Recommended Action: Approve minutes.
6. Minutes of the Regular Meetings of Arts and Culture Commission on November 21, 2024, Workforce Development Board on July 18, 2024, and Youth Commission on November 18, 2024
Department(s): City Clerk’s Office
Recommended Action: Receive and file.
7. Appoint and ReAppoint Various Boards and Commissions Members Nominated by Councilmember Hernandez as the Ward 5 Representative for a FullTerm Expiring December 12, 2028
Department(s): City Clerk’s Office
Recommended Action: Appoint the following members and administer the Oaths of Office.
1. Miguel Ochoa – Arts and Culture Commission (Pursuant to SAMC Sec. 2326(a), requires five affirmative votes.)
2. Dwayne Shipp – Community Development Commission (Pursuant to SAMC Sec. 2 326(a), requires five affirmative votes.)
3. Ruby Woo – Parks, Recreation, and Community Services Commission (Pursuant to SAMC Sec. 2326(a), requires five affirmative votes.)
4. Nathaniel Greensides – Personnel Board
5. Amalia Mejia – Police Oversight Commission (Pursuant to SAMC Sec. 2326(a), requires five affirmative votes.)
6. Adrian Ramirez – Youth Commission
7. Michael Chu – Santa Ana 2018 Measure X Citizens’ Oversight Committee
8. Workforce Development Board Bylaws
Department(s): Community Development Agency
Recommended Action: Receive and file.
9. Application to the California Workforce Development Board to Request Governor Approval to Continue as a Career Services Provider for the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act Title I Grant
Department(s): Community Development Agency
Recommended Action: Authorize application submission requesting Governor approval to continue as a Career Services Provider and an Adult Dislocated Worker service provider within a Local Workforce Development Area under the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act.
10. Purchase Order Contract to Magnet Forensics, LLC for Digital Forensic Annual License Subscription (Specification No. 25018) (NonGeneral Fund) Department(s): Police Department
Recommended Action: Authorize a purchase order to Magnet Forensics, LLC for digital forensic annual license subscription for a oneyear term beginning February 18, 2025 and expiring February 17, 2026, in an amount not to exceed $57,110.
11. Purchase Order Contracts with Action Plumbing Supply, LLC, Famcon Pipe & Supply, Inc., and Ferguson Enterprises, LLC for Copper Tubing (Specification No. 24095) (NonGeneral Fund)
Department(s): Public Works Agency
Recommended Action: Award aggregate Purchase Order Contracts to vendors listed below for copper tubing on an asneeded basis, in an annual aggregate amount not to exceed $100,000, for a term beginning February 18, 2025 and expiring February 17, 2026, with provisions for four, oneyear renewal options for a not to exceed total of $500,000.
Vendor Location
Action Plumbing Supply, LLC Mira Loma, CA
Famcon Pipe & Supply, Inc. Oxnard, CA
Ferguson Enterprises, LLC Santa Ana, CA
12. Purchase Order Contracts with FilTrek Corporation, Pure Process Filtration Inc., and Vytal Filtration TechnologiesWest for Cartridge Filters and Chlorine Filters (Specification No. 24128) (NonGeneral Fund)
Department(s): Public Works Agency
Recommended Action: Award aggregate purchase order contracts to the vendors listed below for cartridge filters and chlorine filters on asneeded basis, for an aggregate amount not to exceed $3,000,000, for a term beginning February 18, 2025 and expiring February 17, 2026, with provisions for four, oneyear renewal options.
Vendor Location
FilTrek Corporation Cambridge, Ontario (Canada)
Pure Process Filtration Inc. Garden Grove, CA
Vytal Filtration TechnologiesWestVisalia, CA
13. Agreement with IDS Group for Architectural Design Services for Santa Ana Downtown Parking Structures Improvements (Project No. 259004) (NonGeneral Fund)
Department(s): Public Works Agency
Recommended Action: Approve an agreement with IDS Group for architectural design services for Santa Ana Downtown Parking Structures Improvements for an amount of $157,587 plus a 10% contingency of $15,759, for a total amount not to exceed $173,346, for a term beginning February 18, 2025 and expiring February 17, 2027, with a provision for a twoyear extension without additional funds (Agreement No. A2025XXX).
14. Agreements with Akel Engineering Group, Inc., Cannon Corporation, EEC Environmental, HuittZollars, Inc., JIG Consultants, Kleinfelder, Inc., Psomas, Tetra Tech EC, Inc., and Water Works Engineers, LLC for OnCall Engineering Services (No. 24083) (NonGeneral Fund)
Department(s): Public Works Agency
Recommended Action: Approve agreements with Akel Engineering Group, Inc., Cannon Corporation, EEC Environmental, HuittZollars, Inc., JIG Consultants, Kleinfelder, Inc., Psomas, Tetra Tech EC, Inc., and Water Works Engineers, LLC to provide oncall engineering services, for a shared aggregate amount not to exceed $2,000,000, for a threeyear term beginning February 18, 2025 and expiring February 17, 2028, with provisions for two oneyear extensions (Core Agreement No. A2025 XXX).
15. Cooperative Agreement with Orange County Transportation Authority for the First Street Multimodal Boulevard Study (Project No. 256042) (NonGeneral Fund) Department(s): Public Works Agency
Recommended Action: 1. Approve an appropriation adjustment recognizing Regional Early Action Planning 2.0 funding in the amount of $4,300,000 into the Public ServicesStreet Safety Projects, State GrantIndirect revenue account and appropriate the same amount into the State Safety Projects, Improvements Other Than Building expenditure account (Requires five affirmative votes).
2. Approve a Cooperative Agreement with Orange County Transportation Authority in an amount not to exceed $4,300,000, for the evaluation and preliminary design of the First Street Boulevard Study, effective upon full approval of the agreement through December 31, 2027 (Agreement No. A2025XXX).
3. Approve an amendment to the Fiscal Year 202425 Capital Improvement Program to include $4,300,000 in study and design funds for the First Street Boulevard Multimodal Study (Project No. 256042).
16. Second Reading of Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Santa Ana Amending Chapter 2 of the Santa Ana Municipal Code by Adding Section 2112 Prohibiting the Award of Agreements, Contracts, or Grants to Immediate Family Members of the Mayor, City Council Members, or City Officials (Second Reading) First Reading at the February 4, 2025 City Council meeting and approved by an unanimous vote of 70. Legal notice was published in the OC Reporter on February 10, 2025.
Department(s): City Manager’s Office
Recommended Action: Conduct a second reading and adopt an ordinance amending Chapter 2 of the Santa Ana Municipal Code by adding Section 2112, which prohibits awarding agreements, contracts, or grants to immediate family members of the Mayor, City Council Members, or City Officials.
ORDINANCE NO. NS3077 entitled AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA ANA AMENDING CHAPTER 2 OF THE SANTA ANA MUNICIPAL CODE BY ADDING A NEW SECTION 2112 CONCERNING THE PROHIBITION AGAINST AWARDING OF AGREEMENTS, CONTRACTS OR GRANTS TO ANY IMMEDIATE FAMILY MEMBER OF THE MAYOR, CITY COUNCIL MEMBERS, OR CITY OFFICIALS
**END OF CONSENT CALENDAR**
PUBLIC HEARING
PUBLIC COMMENTS – Members of the public may address the City Council on each of the Public Hearing items.
17. Public Hearing for FiveYear Economic Development Subsidy Reports for TACenergy and THRIVE Santa Ana, LLC
Legal notice published in the OC Reporter on February 5, 2025.
Department(s): Community Development Agency
Recommended Action: 1. Conduct Public Hearing to consider any written or oral comments on the information contained in the FiveYear Economic Development Subsidy reports for TACenergy and THRIVE Santa Ana, LLC.
2. Receive and File Reports.
COUNCILMEMBER REQUESTED ITEMS
18. Discuss and consider directing the City Manager to direct city staff to bring back the attached Resolution for Council consideration that would OPPOSE South Coast Air Quality Management District’s (SCAQMD) proposed Amended Rules 1111 and 1121; Which will have a profound impact and impose significant costs on millions of Southern California homeowners, renters and businesses who are already struggling to make ends meet while providing minimal air quality benefit. – Councilmember David Penaloza
WORK STUDY SESSION
19. Work Study Session for Parking Enterprise Fund 27
Department(s): Community Development Agency
Recommended Action: Discuss and provide direction to staff for budget, rates, and hours of operation that relate to the Parking Enterprise Fund 27.
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.
ADJOURNMENT – Adjourn the City Council meeting.
Future Items
1. Fiscal Year 2024/25 MidYear Budget Update
2. Transit Zoning Code Updates
POSTING STATEMENT: On February 11, 2025, 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.
2/18/2025
City Council Meeting Agenda
February 18, 2025
REGULAR OPEN MEETING – 5:30 PM
CITY COUNCIL CHAMBER
22 Civic Center Plaza Santa Ana, CA 92701
Valerie Amezcua
Mayor
Thai Viet Phan
Councilmember – Ward 1
Benjamin Vazquez
Mayor Pro Tem 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
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 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.
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) public hearing item, iv) special agenda item, or v) for Housing Authority item. You may request to speak by dialing *9 from your phone or you may virtually raise your hand from Zoom.
After the Clerk confirms the last three digits of the caller’s phone number or Zoom ID and unmutes them, the caller must press *6 or microphone icon to speak. Callers are encouraged, but not required, to identify themselves by name. Each caller will be provided three (3) minutes to speak, unless due to the number of speakers wanting to speak a decision is made to provide a different amount of time to speak.
INPERSON OPTION Members of the public can provide inperson comments at the podium in the Council Chamber. The Council Chamber will have seating available for members of the public to attend the meeting inperson. Public comments are limited to three (3) minutes per speaker, unless a different time is announced by the presiding chair. Speakers who wish to address the Council must do so by submitting a “Request to Speak” card by 5:45 p.m. for all 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 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 5:00 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.
2. LIVE PUBLIC COMMENTS ON PUBLIC HEARING ITEMS – You can provide comments by joining Zoom or the Conference Call as described in the LIVE or INPERSON PUBLIC COMMENTS OPTION above. Speakers not in the queue by 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 ).
CITY COUNCIL REGULAR OPEN SESSION
CALL TO ORDER
ATTENDANCE Council Members Phil Bacerra
Johnathan Ryan Hernandez
Jessie Lopez
David Penaloza
Thai Viet Phan
Mayor Pro Tem Benjamin Vazquez
Mayor Valerie Amezcua
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 Bob Barnett
ADDITIONS\DELETIONS TO THE AGENDA
CEREMONIAL PRESENTATIONS
1. Certificates of Recognition presented by Mayor Amezcua to Santa Ana High School Boys and Girls Wrestling Teams for their Exceptional Athletic Accomplishments
2. Certificate of Recognition presented by Councilmember Hernandez to Tyrone Tripp and the Tripp Family in honor of Black History Month and for their Outstanding Contributions to the Community
3. Proclamation presented by Councilmember Lopez to Santa Ana Unified School District declaring February 19, 2025, as “We Care Day”
PUBLIC COMMENTS – Public comments will be held during the beginning of the meeting for ALL comments on agenda and nonagenda items, with the exception of public hearings.
Comments for public hearings will take place after the hearing is opened.
CONSENT CALENDAR
RECOMMENDED ACTION: Approve staff recommendations on the following Consent Calendar Items: 4 through 16 and waive reading of all resolutions and ordinances.
4. Excused Absences
Department(s): City Clerk’s Office
Recommended Action: Excuse the absent members.
5. Minutes from the Regular Meeting of February 4, 2025 Department(s): City Clerk’s Office
Recommended Action: Approve minutes.
6. Minutes of the Regular Meetings of Arts and Culture Commission on November 21, 2024, Workforce Development Board on July 18, 2024, and Youth Commission on November 18, 2024
Department(s): City Clerk’s Office
Recommended Action: Receive and file.
7. Appoint and ReAppoint Various Boards and Commissions Members Nominated by Councilmember Hernandez as the Ward 5 Representative for a FullTerm Expiring December 12, 2028
Department(s): City Clerk’s Office
Recommended Action: Appoint the following members and administer the Oaths of Office.
1. Miguel Ochoa – Arts and Culture Commission (Pursuant to SAMC Sec. 2326(a), requires five affirmative votes.)
2. Dwayne Shipp – Community Development Commission (Pursuant to SAMC Sec. 2 326(a), requires five affirmative votes.)
3. Ruby Woo – Parks, Recreation, and Community Services Commission (Pursuant to SAMC Sec. 2326(a), requires five affirmative votes.)
4. Nathaniel Greensides – Personnel Board
5. Amalia Mejia – Police Oversight Commission (Pursuant to SAMC Sec. 2326(a), requires five affirmative votes.)
6. Adrian Ramirez – Youth Commission
7. Michael Chu – Santa Ana 2018 Measure X Citizens’ Oversight Committee
8. Workforce Development Board Bylaws
Department(s): Community Development Agency
Recommended Action: Receive and file.
9. Application to the California Workforce Development Board to Request Governor Approval to Continue as a Career Services Provider for the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act Title I Grant
Department(s): Community Development Agency
Recommended Action: Authorize application submission requesting Governor approval to continue as a Career Services Provider and an Adult Dislocated Worker service provider within a Local Workforce Development Area under the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act.
10. Purchase Order Contract to Magnet Forensics, LLC for Digital Forensic Annual License Subscription (Specification No. 25018) (NonGeneral Fund) Department(s): Police Department
Recommended Action: Authorize a purchase order to Magnet Forensics, LLC for digital forensic annual license subscription for a oneyear term beginning February 18, 2025 and expiring February 17, 2026, in an amount not to exceed $57,110.
11. Purchase Order Contracts with Action Plumbing Supply, LLC, Famcon Pipe & Supply, Inc., and Ferguson Enterprises, LLC for Copper Tubing (Specification No. 24095) (NonGeneral Fund)
Department(s): Public Works Agency
Recommended Action: Award aggregate Purchase Order Contracts to vendors listed below for copper tubing on an asneeded basis, in an annual aggregate amount not to exceed $100,000, for a term beginning February 18, 2025 and expiring February 17, 2026, with provisions for four, oneyear renewal options for a not to exceed total of $500,000.
Vendor Location
Action Plumbing Supply, LLC Mira Loma, CA
Famcon Pipe & Supply, Inc. Oxnard, CA
Ferguson Enterprises, LLC Santa Ana, CA
12. Purchase Order Contracts with FilTrek Corporation, Pure Process Filtration Inc., and Vytal Filtration TechnologiesWest for Cartridge Filters and Chlorine Filters (Specification No. 24128) (NonGeneral Fund)
Department(s): Public Works Agency
Recommended Action: Award aggregate purchase order contracts to the vendors listed below for cartridge filters and chlorine filters on asneeded basis, for an aggregate amount not to exceed $3,000,000, for a term beginning February 18, 2025 and expiring February 17, 2026, with provisions for four, oneyear renewal options.
Vendor Location
FilTrek Corporation Cambridge, Ontario (Canada)
Pure Process Filtration Inc. Garden Grove, CA
Vytal Filtration TechnologiesWestVisalia, CA
13. Agreement with IDS Group for Architectural Design Services for Santa Ana Downtown Parking Structures Improvements (Project No. 259004) (NonGeneral Fund)
Department(s): Public Works Agency
Recommended Action: Approve an agreement with IDS Group for architectural design services for Santa Ana Downtown Parking Structures Improvements for an amount of $157,587 plus a 10% contingency of $15,759, for a total amount not to exceed $173,346, for a term beginning February 18, 2025 and expiring February 17, 2027, with a provision for a twoyear extension without additional funds (Agreement No. A2025XXX).
14. Agreements with Akel Engineering Group, Inc., Cannon Corporation, EEC Environmental, HuittZollars, Inc., JIG Consultants, Kleinfelder, Inc., Psomas, Tetra Tech EC, Inc., and Water Works Engineers, LLC for OnCall Engineering Services (No. 24083) (NonGeneral Fund)
Department(s): Public Works Agency
Recommended Action: Approve agreements with Akel Engineering Group, Inc., Cannon Corporation, EEC Environmental, HuittZollars, Inc., JIG Consultants, Kleinfelder, Inc., Psomas, Tetra Tech EC, Inc., and Water Works Engineers, LLC to provide oncall engineering services, for a shared aggregate amount not to exceed $2,000,000, for a threeyear term beginning February 18, 2025 and expiring February 17, 2028, with provisions for two oneyear extensions (Core Agreement No. A2025 XXX).
15. Cooperative Agreement with Orange County Transportation Authority for the First Street Multimodal Boulevard Study (Project No. 256042) (NonGeneral Fund) Department(s): Public Works Agency
Recommended Action: 1. Approve an appropriation adjustment recognizing Regional Early Action Planning 2.0 funding in the amount of $4,300,000 into the Public ServicesStreet Safety Projects, State GrantIndirect revenue account and appropriate the same amount into the State Safety Projects, Improvements Other Than Building expenditure account (Requires five affirmative votes).
2. Approve a Cooperative Agreement with Orange County Transportation Authority in an amount not to exceed $4,300,000, for the evaluation and preliminary design of the First Street Boulevard Study, effective upon full approval of the agreement through December 31, 2027 (Agreement No. A2025XXX).
3. Approve an amendment to the Fiscal Year 202425 Capital Improvement Program to include $4,300,000 in study and design funds for the First Street Boulevard Multimodal Study (Project No. 256042).
16. Second Reading of Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Santa Ana Amending Chapter 2 of the Santa Ana Municipal Code by Adding Section 2112 Prohibiting the Award of Agreements, Contracts, or Grants to Immediate Family Members of the Mayor, City Council Members, or City Officials (Second Reading) First Reading at the February 4, 2025 City Council meeting and approved by an unanimous vote of 70. Legal notice was published in the OC Reporter on February 10, 2025.
Department(s): City Manager’s Office
Recommended Action: Conduct a second reading and adopt an ordinance amending Chapter 2 of the Santa Ana Municipal Code by adding Section 2112, which prohibits awarding agreements, contracts, or grants to immediate family members of the Mayor, City Council Members, or City Officials.
ORDINANCE NO. NS3077 entitled AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA ANA AMENDING CHAPTER 2 OF THE SANTA ANA MUNICIPAL CODE BY ADDING A NEW SECTION 2112 CONCERNING THE PROHIBITION AGAINST AWARDING OF AGREEMENTS, CONTRACTS OR GRANTS TO ANY IMMEDIATE FAMILY MEMBER OF THE MAYOR, CITY COUNCIL MEMBERS, OR CITY OFFICIALS
**END OF CONSENT CALENDAR**
PUBLIC HEARING
PUBLIC COMMENTS – Members of the public may address the City Council on each of the Public Hearing items.
17. Public Hearing for FiveYear Economic Development Subsidy Reports for TACenergy and THRIVE Santa Ana, LLC
Legal notice published in the OC Reporter on February 5, 2025.
Department(s): Community Development Agency
Recommended Action: 1. Conduct Public Hearing to consider any written or oral comments on the information contained in the FiveYear Economic Development Subsidy reports for TACenergy and THRIVE Santa Ana, LLC.
2. Receive and File Reports.
COUNCILMEMBER REQUESTED ITEMS
18. Discuss and consider directing the City Manager to direct city staff to bring back the attached Resolution for Council consideration that would OPPOSE South Coast Air Quality Management District’s (SCAQMD) proposed Amended Rules 1111 and 1121; Which will have a profound impact and impose significant costs on millions of Southern California homeowners, renters and businesses who are already struggling to make ends meet while providing minimal air quality benefit. – Councilmember David Penaloza
WORK STUDY SESSION
19. Work Study Session for Parking Enterprise Fund 27
Department(s): Community Development Agency
Recommended Action: Discuss and provide direction to staff for budget, rates, and hours of operation that relate to the Parking Enterprise Fund 27.
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.
ADJOURNMENT – Adjourn the City Council meeting.
Future Items
1. Fiscal Year 2024/25 MidYear Budget Update
2. Transit Zoning Code Updates
POSTING STATEMENT: On February 11, 2025, 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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City Council Meeting Agenda
February 18, 2025
REGULAR OPEN MEETING – 5:30 PM
CITY COUNCIL CHAMBER
22 Civic Center Plaza Santa Ana, CA 92701
Valerie Amezcua
Mayor
Thai Viet Phan
Councilmember – Ward 1
Benjamin Vazquez
Mayor Pro Tem 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
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 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.
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) public hearing item, iv) special agenda item, or v) for Housing Authority item. You may request to speak by dialing *9 from your phone or you may virtually raise your hand from Zoom.
After the Clerk confirms the last three digits of the caller’s phone number or Zoom ID and unmutes them, the caller must press *6 or microphone icon to speak. Callers are encouraged, but not required, to identify themselves by name. Each caller will be provided three (3) minutes to speak, unless due to the number of speakers wanting to speak a decision is made to provide a different amount of time to speak.
INPERSON OPTION Members of the public can provide inperson comments at the podium in the Council Chamber. The Council Chamber will have seating available for members of the public to attend the meeting inperson. Public comments are limited to three (3) minutes per speaker, unless a different time is announced by the presiding chair. Speakers who wish to address the Council must do so by submitting a “Request to Speak” card by 5:45 p.m. for all 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 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 5:00 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.
2. LIVE PUBLIC COMMENTS ON PUBLIC HEARING ITEMS – You can provide comments by joining Zoom or the Conference Call as described in the LIVE or INPERSON PUBLIC COMMENTS OPTION above. Speakers not in the queue by 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 ).
CITY COUNCIL REGULAR OPEN SESSION
CALL TO ORDER
ATTENDANCE Council Members Phil Bacerra
Johnathan Ryan Hernandez
Jessie Lopez
David Penaloza
Thai Viet Phan
Mayor Pro Tem Benjamin Vazquez
Mayor Valerie Amezcua
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 Bob Barnett
ADDITIONS\DELETIONS TO THE AGENDA
CEREMONIAL PRESENTATIONS
1. Certificates of Recognition presented by Mayor Amezcua to Santa Ana High School Boys and Girls Wrestling Teams for their Exceptional Athletic Accomplishments
2. Certificate of Recognition presented by Councilmember Hernandez to Tyrone Tripp and the Tripp Family in honor of Black History Month and for their Outstanding Contributions to the Community
3. Proclamation presented by Councilmember Lopez to Santa Ana Unified School District declaring February 19, 2025, as “We Care Day”
PUBLIC COMMENTS – Public comments will be held during the beginning of the meeting for ALL comments on agenda and nonagenda items, with the exception of public hearings.
Comments for public hearings will take place after the hearing is opened.
CONSENT CALENDAR
RECOMMENDED ACTION: Approve staff recommendations on the following Consent Calendar Items: 4 through 16 and waive reading of all resolutions and ordinances.
4. Excused Absences
Department(s): City Clerk’s Office
Recommended Action: Excuse the absent members.
5. Minutes from the Regular Meeting of February 4, 2025 Department(s): City Clerk’s Office
Recommended Action: Approve minutes.
6. Minutes of the Regular Meetings of Arts and Culture Commission on November 21, 2024, Workforce Development Board on July 18, 2024, and Youth Commission on November 18, 2024
Department(s): City Clerk’s Office
Recommended Action: Receive and file.
7. Appoint and ReAppoint Various Boards and Commissions Members Nominated by Councilmember Hernandez as the Ward 5 Representative for a FullTerm Expiring December 12, 2028
Department(s): City Clerk’s Office
Recommended Action: Appoint the following members and administer the Oaths of Office.
1. Miguel Ochoa – Arts and Culture Commission (Pursuant to SAMC Sec. 2326(a), requires five affirmative votes.)
2. Dwayne Shipp – Community Development Commission (Pursuant to SAMC Sec. 2 326(a), requires five affirmative votes.)
3. Ruby Woo – Parks, Recreation, and Community Services Commission (Pursuant to SAMC Sec. 2326(a), requires five affirmative votes.)
4. Nathaniel Greensides – Personnel Board
5. Amalia Mejia – Police Oversight Commission (Pursuant to SAMC Sec. 2326(a), requires five affirmative votes.)
6. Adrian Ramirez – Youth Commission
7. Michael Chu – Santa Ana 2018 Measure X Citizens’ Oversight Committee
8. Workforce Development Board Bylaws
Department(s): Community Development Agency
Recommended Action: Receive and file.
9. Application to the California Workforce Development Board to Request Governor Approval to Continue as a Career Services Provider for the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act Title I Grant
Department(s): Community Development Agency
Recommended Action: Authorize application submission requesting Governor approval to continue as a Career Services Provider and an Adult Dislocated Worker service provider within a Local Workforce Development Area under the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act.
10. Purchase Order Contract to Magnet Forensics, LLC for Digital Forensic Annual License Subscription (Specification No. 25018) (NonGeneral Fund) Department(s): Police Department
Recommended Action: Authorize a purchase order to Magnet Forensics, LLC for digital forensic annual license subscription for a oneyear term beginning February 18, 2025 and expiring February 17, 2026, in an amount not to exceed $57,110.
11. Purchase Order Contracts with Action Plumbing Supply, LLC, Famcon Pipe & Supply, Inc., and Ferguson Enterprises, LLC for Copper Tubing (Specification No. 24095) (NonGeneral Fund)
Department(s): Public Works Agency
Recommended Action: Award aggregate Purchase Order Contracts to vendors listed below for copper tubing on an asneeded basis, in an annual aggregate amount not to exceed $100,000, for a term beginning February 18, 2025 and expiring February 17, 2026, with provisions for four, oneyear renewal options for a not to exceed total of $500,000.
Vendor Location
Action Plumbing Supply, LLC Mira Loma, CA
Famcon Pipe & Supply, Inc. Oxnard, CA
Ferguson Enterprises, LLC Santa Ana, CA
12. Purchase Order Contracts with FilTrek Corporation, Pure Process Filtration Inc., and Vytal Filtration TechnologiesWest for Cartridge Filters and Chlorine Filters (Specification No. 24128) (NonGeneral Fund)
Department(s): Public Works Agency
Recommended Action: Award aggregate purchase order contracts to the vendors listed below for cartridge filters and chlorine filters on asneeded basis, for an aggregate amount not to exceed $3,000,000, for a term beginning February 18, 2025 and expiring February 17, 2026, with provisions for four, oneyear renewal options.
Vendor Location
FilTrek Corporation Cambridge, Ontario (Canada)
Pure Process Filtration Inc. Garden Grove, CA
Vytal Filtration TechnologiesWestVisalia, CA
13. Agreement with IDS Group for Architectural Design Services for Santa Ana Downtown Parking Structures Improvements (Project No. 259004) (NonGeneral Fund)
Department(s): Public Works Agency
Recommended Action: Approve an agreement with IDS Group for architectural design services for Santa Ana Downtown Parking Structures Improvements for an amount of $157,587 plus a 10% contingency of $15,759, for a total amount not to exceed $173,346, for a term beginning February 18, 2025 and expiring February 17, 2027, with a provision for a twoyear extension without additional funds (Agreement No. A2025XXX).
14. Agreements with Akel Engineering Group, Inc., Cannon Corporation, EEC Environmental, HuittZollars, Inc., JIG Consultants, Kleinfelder, Inc., Psomas, Tetra Tech EC, Inc., and Water Works Engineers, LLC for OnCall Engineering Services (No. 24083) (NonGeneral Fund)
Department(s): Public Works Agency
Recommended Action: Approve agreements with Akel Engineering Group, Inc., Cannon Corporation, EEC Environmental, HuittZollars, Inc., JIG Consultants, Kleinfelder, Inc., Psomas, Tetra Tech EC, Inc., and Water Works Engineers, LLC to provide oncall engineering services, for a shared aggregate amount not to exceed $2,000,000, for a threeyear term beginning February 18, 2025 and expiring February 17, 2028, with provisions for two oneyear extensions (Core Agreement No. A2025 XXX).
15. Cooperative Agreement with Orange County Transportation Authority for the First Street Multimodal Boulevard Study (Project No. 256042) (NonGeneral Fund) Department(s): Public Works Agency
Recommended Action: 1. Approve an appropriation adjustment recognizing Regional Early Action Planning 2.0 funding in the amount of $4,300,000 into the Public ServicesStreet Safety Projects, State GrantIndirect revenue account and appropriate the same amount into the State Safety Projects, Improvements Other Than Building expenditure account (Requires five affirmative votes).
2. Approve a Cooperative Agreement with Orange County Transportation Authority in an amount not to exceed $4,300,000, for the evaluation and preliminary design of the First Street Boulevard Study, effective upon full approval of the agreement through December 31, 2027 (Agreement No. A2025XXX).
3. Approve an amendment to the Fiscal Year 202425 Capital Improvement Program to include $4,300,000 in study and design funds for the First Street Boulevard Multimodal Study (Project No. 256042).
16. Second Reading of Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Santa Ana Amending Chapter 2 of the Santa Ana Municipal Code by Adding Section 2112 Prohibiting the Award of Agreements, Contracts, or Grants to Immediate Family Members of the Mayor, City Council Members, or City Officials (Second Reading) First Reading at the February 4, 2025 City Council meeting and approved by an unanimous vote of 70. Legal notice was published in the OC Reporter on February 10, 2025.
Department(s): City Manager’s Office
Recommended Action: Conduct a second reading and adopt an ordinance amending Chapter 2 of the Santa Ana Municipal Code by adding Section 2112, which prohibits awarding agreements, contracts, or grants to immediate family members of the Mayor, City Council Members, or City Officials.
ORDINANCE NO. NS3077 entitled AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA ANA AMENDING CHAPTER 2 OF THE SANTA ANA MUNICIPAL CODE BY ADDING A NEW SECTION 2112 CONCERNING THE PROHIBITION AGAINST AWARDING OF AGREEMENTS, CONTRACTS OR GRANTS TO ANY IMMEDIATE FAMILY MEMBER OF THE MAYOR, CITY COUNCIL MEMBERS, OR CITY OFFICIALS
**END OF CONSENT CALENDAR**
PUBLIC HEARING
PUBLIC COMMENTS – Members of the public may address the City Council on each of the Public Hearing items.
17. Public Hearing for FiveYear Economic Development Subsidy Reports for TACenergy and THRIVE Santa Ana, LLC
Legal notice published in the OC Reporter on February 5, 2025.
Department(s): Community Development Agency
Recommended Action: 1. Conduct Public Hearing to consider any written or oral comments on the information contained in the FiveYear Economic Development Subsidy reports for TACenergy and THRIVE Santa Ana, LLC.
2. Receive and File Reports.
COUNCILMEMBER REQUESTED ITEMS
18. Discuss and consider directing the City Manager to direct city staff to bring back the attached Resolution for Council consideration that would OPPOSE South Coast Air Quality Management District’s (SCAQMD) proposed Amended Rules 1111 and 1121; Which will have a profound impact and impose significant costs on millions of Southern California homeowners, renters and businesses who are already struggling to make ends meet while providing minimal air quality benefit. – Councilmember David Penaloza
WORK STUDY SESSION
19. Work Study Session for Parking Enterprise Fund 27
Department(s): Community Development Agency
Recommended Action: Discuss and provide direction to staff for budget, rates, and hours of operation that relate to the Parking Enterprise Fund 27.
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.
ADJOURNMENT – Adjourn the City Council meeting.
Future Items
1. Fiscal Year 2024/25 MidYear Budget Update
2. Transit Zoning Code Updates
POSTING STATEMENT: On February 11, 2025, 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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