Agenda packet — Santa Ana City Council, March 17, 2026 (part 1 of 7)

Regular City Council and Special Housing
Authority Meeting Packet
March 17, 2026
CLOSED SESSION MEETING – 4:00 PM
REGULAR OPEN MEETING – 5:30 PM
(Immediately following the Closed Session Meeting)
CITY COUNCIL CHAMBER
22 Civic Center Plaza Santa Ana, CA 92701
Valerie Amezcua
Mayor
Thai Viet Phan
Councilmember – Ward 1
Benjamin Vazquez
Councilmember Ward 2
Jessie Lopez
Councilmember Ward 3
Phil Bacerra
Councilmember Ward 4
Johnathan Ryan Hernandez
Councilmember Ward 5
David Penaloza
Mayor Pro Tem 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 https://www.youtube.com/cityofsantaanavideos/ 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 4:00 p.m. for Closed Session items and by 5:45 p.m. for all other designated public comment periods as listed below. Cards will not be accepted after the Public Comment Session begins without the permission of the presiding chair.

The following designated public comment periods are:

1. LIVE PUBLIC COMMENTS ON CLOSED SESSION ITEMS – You can provide live comments on closed session items by joining Zoom or the Conference Call as described in the LIVE or INPERSON PUBLIC COMMENTS OPTION above. Speaker queue will open at 3:30 p.m. YOU MUST JOIN ZOOM OR THE CONFERENCE CALL and raise your hand BY 4:00 p.m. Speakers who are not in the speaker queue with their hand raised by 4:00 p.m. will not be permitted to speak.

2. LIVE PUBLIC COMMENTS ON REGULAR AGENDA ITEMS AND NONAGENDA ITEMS (GENERAL PUBLIC COMMENT) – You can provide comments by joining Zoom or the Conference Call as described in the LIVE or INPERSON PUBLIC COMMENTS OPTION above. Speaker queue will open at 3:30 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.

3. LIVE PUBLIC COMMENTS ON PUBLIC HEARING ITEMS – You can provide comments by joining Zoom or the Conference Call as described in the LIVE or INPERSON PUBLIC COMMENTS OPTION above. Speakers not in the queue by 5:45 p.m. will not be permitted to speak.

4. LIVE PUBLIC COMMENTS ON HOUSING AUTHORITY 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
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CLOSED SESSION
CALL TO ORDER
ATTENDANCE Council Members Phil Bacerra
Johnathan Ryan Hernandez
Jessie Lopez
Thai Viet Phan
Benjamin Vazquez
Mayor Pro Tem David Penaloza
Mayor Valerie Amezcua
City Manager Alvaro Nuñez
City Attorney Sonia R. Carvalho
City Clerk Jennifer L. Hall
ROLL CALL
ADDITIONS\DELETIONS TO CLOSED SESSION
PUBLIC COMMENTS – Members of the public may address the City Council on Closed Session items.

RECESS – City Council will recess to Closed Session for the purpose of conducting regular City business.

CLOSED SESSION ITEMS – The Brown Act permits legislative bodies to discuss certain matters without members of the public present. The City Council finds, based on advice from the City Attorney, that discussion in open session of the following matters will prejudice the position of the City in existing and anticipated litigation:

1. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL – EXISTING LITIGATION pursuant to Paragraph (1) of subdivision (d) of Section 54956.9 of the Government Code:

A. Frank Rocha v. City of Santa Ana, WCAB Case No.: ADJ15955468; ADJ18623576; ADJ17697034
B. Stephen Hahm v. City of Santa Ana, WCAB Case No.: ADJ19377542; ADJ19377509; ADJ19885630

2. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL – EXISTING LITIGATION pursuant to Paragraph (1) of subdivision (d) of Section 54956.9 of the Government Code:

A. Anthony Cardenal v. City of Santa Ana, Orange County Superior Court Case No. 30 202201293127
B. John Kachirisky v. City of Santa Ana, Orange County Superior Court Case No. 30 202301348299
C. Nelson Menendez v. City of Santa Ana, Orange County Superior Court Case No. 30 202301339537
D. Manuel Moreno v. City of Santa Ana, Orange County Superior Court Case No. 30 202401372127
E. Rita Ramirez v. City of Santa Ana, Orange County Superior Court Case No. 30 202201287702
F. Judith Valdez v. City of Santa Ana, Orange County Superior Court Case No. 30 202301359457

3. CONFERENCE WITH LABOR NEGOTIATOR pursuant to Government Code Section 54957.6(a):

Agency Negotiator: Peter Brown
Employee Organizations:

1. Service Employees International Union, FullTime Employees Unit (SEIUFT)

2. Service Employees International Union, PartTime NonCivil Service Employees Unit (SEIUPTNCS)
RECONVENE – City Council will reconvene to continue regular City business.

CITY COUNCIL REGULAR OPEN SESSION
CALL TO ORDER
ATTENDANCE Council Members Phil Bacerra
Johnathan Ryan Hernandez
Jessie Lopez
Thai Viet Phan
Benjamin Vazquez
Mayor Pro Tem David Penaloza
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 Rev. Derrell Durley, Brown Temple
ADDITIONS\DELETIONS TO THE AGENDA
CEREMONIAL PRESENTATIONS

1. Proclamation presented by Councilmember Lopez to Lupe Lopez declaring May 2026 as Murdered and Missing Indigenous Women Month

2. Certificates of Recognition presented by Mayor Amezcua to the Santiago TK–8 Elementary School Drama Program for Outstanding Performance Achievements and Contributions to the Arts Community

3. Certificates of Recognition presented by Councilmember Bacerra to Segerstrom High School Girls’ Soccer Team for Outstanding Athletic Achievements

4. Certificates of Recognition presented by Councilmember Vazquez to Valley High School Women’s Volleyball Team in Honor of Women’s History Month STAFF PRESENTATIONS

5. Public Works Agency – Priority Projects Update
CLOSED SESSION REPORT – The City Attorney will report on any action(s) from Closed Session.

PUBLIC COMMENTS – Public comments will be held during the beginning of the meeting for ALL comments on agenda and nonagenda items, 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: 6 through 22 and waive reading of all resolutions and ordinances.

6. Excused Absences
Department(s): City Clerk’s Office
Recommended Action: Excuse the absent members.

7. Minutes from the Regular Meeting of March 3, 2026
Department(s): City Clerk’s Office
Recommended Action: Approve minutes.

8. Ballot Measure Polling Results
Department(s): City Manager’s Office
Recommended Action: Direct staff to prepare public information materials, develop a November 2026 ballot measure for City Council consideration, and conduct a tracking survey.

9. Purchase Order Contract to Southern Computer Warehouse, Inc. for Computer Tablets for Police Motorcycles (Specification No. 26006) (General Fund) Department(s): Police Department
Recommended Action: Authorize a Purchase Order to Southern Computer Warehouse, Inc. for mobile data refresh for Police motorcycles, in an amount not to exceed $175,091.

10. Aggregate Purchase Order Contracts to Classic Collision Santa Ana and Kelly’s Body Shop Inc. for Vehicle Body Repair Services (Spec No. 25139) (NonGeneral Fund)
Department(s): Public Works Agency
Recommended Action: Award aggregate purchase order contracts to Classic Collision Santa Ana and Kelly’s Body Shop, Inc. for vehicle body repair services for $500,000, for the term beginning March 17, 2026 and expiring March 16, 2027, with provisions for four, oneyear renewals, in a total aggregate amount nottoexceed $2,500,000.

11. PreAuthorization of Purchase Order Contracts for Various City Vehicles (Spec No. 25133) (General & NonGeneral Fund)
Department(s): Public Works Agency
Recommended Action: 1. Approve an appropriation adjustment to recognize $574,594 of prioryear fund balance in the Refuse Collection Revenue, Prior Year Carryforward revenue account and appropriate the same amount to the Refuse Collection Service, Machinery & Equipment expenditure account (Requires five affirmative votes).

2. Approve an appropriation adjustment to recognize $574,594 of prioryear fund balance in the Federal Clean Water Protection Enterprise, Prior Year Carryforward revenue account, and appropriate to the Federal Clean Water Protection Enterprise, Machinery & Equipment expenditure account (Requires five affirmative votes).

3. Approve an appropriation adjustment to recognize $684,952 of prioryear fund balance in the Special Gas Tax Fund, Prior Year Carryforward revenue account, and appropriate to the Roadway Maintenance, Machinery & Equipment expenditure account (Requires five affirmative votes).

4. Approve an appropriation adjustment to recognize $68,250 of prioryear fund balance in the Equipment MaintenanceGarage Operation, Prior Year Carryforward revenue account, and appropriate to the Equipment MaintenanceGarage Operation, Machinery & Equipment expenditure account (Requires five affirmative votes).

5. Preauthorize the City Manager to issue purchase orders for various City vehicles described herein for the Fiscal Year 202526, in a total amount nottoexceed $7,305,578.

12. Agreements with Commonwealth Land Title Company and Chicago Title Company for OnCall Real Estate Title and Escrow Services (NonGeneral Fund) Department(s): Public Works Agency
Recommended Action: Award and authorize the City Manager to execute agreements with Chicago Title Company and Commonwealth Land Title Company to provide oncall real estate title and escrow services for the term beginning March 17, 2026 and expiring March 16, 2027 for a total amount of $60,000, with provisions for four, oneyear renewals, in a total aggregate amount nottoexceed $300,000 (Core Agreement No. A2026XXX).

13. Agreement for Legal Counsel Services with Meyers Nave, APC (General Fund) Department(s): City Attorney’s Office
Recommended Action: Authorize the City Manager to execute a legal services agreement with the law firm of Meyers Nave, APC for appellate and litigation legal services for the period of March 17, 2026 until March 16, 2028, with an option to extend for up to one year, in an amount not to exceed $300,000 (Agreement No. A 2026XXX).

14. Agreement with AmTec Total Security, Inc. for the Santa Ana Zoo Video Surveillance Project (Specification No. 25082) (General Fund) (Cannabis Public Benefit Fund) Department(s): Parks, Recreation, and Community Services Recommended Action: Authorize the City Manager to execute an agreement with AmTec Total Security, Inc. to provide the Santa Ana Zoo Video Surveillance Project in an amount not to exceed $231,138, for a threeyear term beginning March 17, 2026 and expiring March 31, 2029, with provisions for two, oneyear extensions (Agreement No. A2026XXX).

15. Memorandum of Understanding Establishing the Terms and Conditions of Employment for Classifications Represented by the Service Employees International Union Local 721, PartTime NonCivil Service Employee Unit Department(s): Human Resources
Recommended Action: Authorize the City Manager to execute a Memorandum of Understanding with the Service Employees International Union Local 721, PartTime NonCivil Service Employee Unit (“SEIU PTNCS”) regarding wages, hours, and other terms and conditions of employment effective May 16, 2025 through December 31, 2025 (Agreement No. A2026XXX).

16. Revised Memorandum of Understanding Establishing the Terms and Conditions of Employment for Classifications Represented by the Santa Ana Police Officers Association (POA)
Department(s): Human Resources
Recommended Action: Authorize the City Manager to execute a revised Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between the City of Santa Ana and the Santa Ana Police Officers Association (POA) for the period of January 1, 2024 through June 30, 2027, modifying and delineating specific articles of the MOU (Agreement No. A 2026XXX).

17. Resolution Retroactively Approving Corrected Salary Schedules for the Santa Ana Police Management Association (“PMA”)
Department(s): Human Resources
Recommended Action: Adopt a Resolution to retroactively update Salary Schedule for PMA as requested by California Public Employees’ Retirement System (CalPERS), and in compliance with CalPERS California Code of Regulations (CCR) Title 2, Section 570.5.

RESOLUTION NO. 2026XXXX entitled A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA ANA TO EFFECT CERTAIN CHANGES TO THE CITY’S CLASSIFICATION AND COMPENSATION PLAN

18. Resolution Amending the Classification and Compensation Plan for Classifications of Employment Designated as Unrepresented Executive Management Department(s): City Manager’s Office
Recommended Action: Adopt a resolution that amends the City’s Classification and Compensation Plan for classifications of employment designated as unrepresented Executive Management (EM) to update benefits and provide for future salary range adjustments.

RESOLUTION NO. 2026XXX entitled A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA ANA RESTATING AND AMENDING THE CITY’S CLASSIFICATION AND COMPENSATION PLAN FOR CLASSIFICATIONS DESIGNATED AS UNREPRESENTED EXECUTIVE MANAGEMENT (EM)

19. Resolution Acknowledging Judgment in a Case Challenging the Rent Stabilization and Just Cause Eviction Ordinance
Department(s): City Clerk’s Office
Recommended Action: Adopt a resolution acknowledging judgment and order by the Court to sever the last sentence of Section 83180(a) of the Santa Ana Municipal Code, as provided in Ordinance No. NS3073, establishing the composition of the Rental Housing Board.

RESOLUTION NO. 2026XXX entitled A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA ANA ACKNOWLEDGING JUDGMENT IN CASE
CHALLENGING THE RENT STABILIZATION AND JUST CAUSE EVICTION

ORDINANCE

20. Application for the State of California Department of Housing and Community Development Prohousing Incentive Program Grant Funds
Department(s): Community Development Agency
Recommended Action: 1. Adopt a Resolution authorizing the City Manager to apply for up to $1.42 million in grant funding from the State of California Department of Housing and Community Development (HCD) Prohousing Incentive Program.

RESOLUTION NO. 2026XXX entitled A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA ANA AUTHORIZING APPLICATION FOR, AND RECEIPT OF, PROHOUSING INCENTIVE PROGRAM FUNDS

2. If awarded Prohousing Incentive Program grant funding from HCD, authorize the City Manager to execute an agreement with the State of California for receipt of the Prohousing Incentive Program grant funding for an amount up to $1.42 million, and any other documents required by HCD to secure the grant, approved as to form by the City Attorney.

21. Second Reading and Adoption of Zoning Ordinance Amendment No. 202601 to Amend Portions of Chapter 41 (Zoning) of the Santa Ana Municipal Code Relating to Smoke Shops
First reading March 3, 2026 City Council Meeting and approved by a vote of (70).

Legal notice published in the OC Reporter on March 6, 2026.

Department(s): Planning and Building Agency
Recommended Action: 1. Conduct a second reading and adopt an ordinance approving Zoning Ordinance Amendment No. 202601 to amend several sections of Chapter 41 (Zoning) of the Santa Ana Municipal Code (SAMC) relating to definitions, location, permitting, development standards, and operational requirements for smoke shop establishments; and
ORDINANCE NO. NS3091 entitled AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA ANA AMENDING PORTIONS OF CHAPTER 41 (ZONING) OF THE SANTA ANA MUNICIPAL CODE RELATING TO SMOKE SHOP
ESTABLISHMENTS AND FINDING THE ACTION TO BE EXEMPT FROM THE CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT (CEQA) UNDER STATE CEQA GUIDELINES SECTION 15060(c)(2), SECTION 15060(c)(3), AND SECTION 15061(b)(3)

2. Determine that, pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), the project is exempt from CEQA pursuant to sections 15060(c)(2), 15060(c)(3), and 15061(b)(3) of the CEQA Guidelines.

22. Second Reading and Adoption of Ordinance Amendment Application (AA) No. 2025 02 for the Santa Ana Zoo Overflow Parking Lot Rezone (1801 East Chestnut Avenue) First reading March 3, 2026 City Council Meeting and approved by a vote of (70).

Legal notice published in the OC Reporter on March 6, 2026.

Department(s): Public Works Agency, Planning and Building Agency Recommended Action: Conduct a second reading and adopt an ordinance approving Amendment Application No. 202502.

ORDINANCE NO. NS3092 entitled AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA ANA APPROVING AMENDMENT APPLICATION NO. 202502 TO CHANGE THE ZONING DESIGNATION FOR THE PROPERTY LOCATED AT 1801 EAST CHESTNUT AND RECOGNIZED AS ASSESSOR PARCEL NUMBER 40221201 FROM GENERAL AGRICULTURAL (A1) TO GENERAL COMMERCIAL (C2)
**END OF CONSENT CALENDAR**
PUBLIC HEARING
PUBLIC COMMENTS – Members of the public may address the City Council on the Public Hearing item.

23. Public Hearing to Consider Proposed Water and Sewer Rate Adjustments in Accordance with Proposition 218 (NonGeneral Fund)
Legal notice published in the OC Reporter on March 6, 2026. Mailed notices sent on January 23, 2026.

Department(s): Public Works Agency
Recommended Action: Conduct a public hearing in accordance with the requirements of Proposition 218 and adopt a resolution to adjust City water and sewer rates effective May 1, 2026; July 1, 2027; July 1, 2028; July 1, 2029; and July 1, 2030.

RESOLUTION NO. 2026XXX entitled A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA ANA ADJUSTING RATES FOR WATER AND SEWER SERVICES PROVIDED BY THE CITY OF SANTA ANA
**END OF PUBLIC HEARING**
COUNCILMEMBER REQUESTED ITEMS

24. Discuss and Consider Providing Direction to the City Manager to Direct Staff to Review the City’s Standards and Practices for Stop Line Placement Relative to Crosswalks and Evaluate Whether Setback Stop Lines Could Improve Pedestrian Visibility and Safety—Particularly Along the High Injury Network and Near Schools, Parks, and Transit—in Support of the City’s Vision Zero Goals and Consistent with the California Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices – Councilmember Lopez 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 and convene to the Housing Authority meeting.

Future Items

1. FY202627 Budget Early Direction Work Session

2. Public Hearing – Stater Brothers Settlement: Santa Clara Rezone POSTING STATEMENT: On March 10, 2026, 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.

SPECIAL HOUSING AUTHORITY
CALL TO ORDER
ATTENDANCE Authority Members Phil Bacerra
Johnathan Ryan Hernandez
Jessie Lopez
Thai Viet Phan
Benjamin Vazquez
Vice Chair David Penaloza
Chair Valerie Amezcua
City Manager Alvaro Nuñez
City Attorney Sonia R. Carvalho
Recording Secretary Jennifer L. Hall
ROLL CALL
ADDITIONS\DELETIONS TO THE HOUSING AUTHORITY AGENDA
PUBLIC COMMENTS – Members of the public may address Housing Authority on items on the Housing Authority agenda, 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: 1 and 2 and waive reading of all resolutions and ordinances.

1. Excused Absences
Department(s): City Clerk’s Office
Recommended Action: Excuse the absent members.

2. Minutes of Special Meeting of January 20, 2026
Department(s): City Clerk’s Office
Recommended Action: Approve minutes.
**END OF CONSENT CALENDAR**
PUBLIC HEARING
PUBLIC COMMENTS – Members of the public may address the City Council on the Public Hearing item.

3. Public Hearing Regarding the Fiscal Year 20262027 Housing Authority Annual Plan Legal Notice Published in the OC Reporter and Nguoi Viet on January 30, 2026 and in La Opinión on January 31, 2026.

Department(s): Community Development Agency
Recommended Action: 1. Conduct a public hearing regarding the approval of the Housing Authority Annual Plan for Fiscal Year 20262027.

2. Adopt a resolution approving the Housing Authority Annual Plan for Fiscal Year 20262027 and directing the Executive Director of the Housing Authority to submit the Annual Plan to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development.

RESOLUTION NO. 2026XXX entitled A RESOLUTION OF THE HOUSING AUTHORITY OF THE CITY OF SANTA ANA APPROVING THE SUBMISSION OF THE ANNUAL PLAN FOR FISCAL YEAR 20262027
**END OF PUBLIC HEARING**
HOUSING AUTHORITY MEMBER COMMENTS
ADJOURNMENT – Adjourn the Special Housing Authority meeting.

POSTING STATEMENT: On March 10, 2026, 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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