Agenda packet — Santa Ana City Council, August 4, 2026 (part 1 of 10)

City Council Meeting Packet
August 4, 2026
CLOSED SESSION MEETING – 4:30 PM
REGULAR OPEN MEETING – 5:30 PM
(Immediately following the Closed Session Meeting)
CITY COUNCIL CHAMBER
22 Civic Center Plaza Santa Ana, CA 92701
Valerie Amezcua
Mayor
Thai Viet Phan
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 • City Council 1 8/4/2026
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.

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 tospeakbydialing*9fromyourphoneoryoumayvirtuallyraiseyourhandfromZoom City Council 2 8/4/2026
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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.

MAILING OPTION written communications – Public comments may be mailed to:

After the Clerk confirms the last three digits of the caller’s phone number or Zoom ID and unmutes them, the caller must press *6 or microphone icon to speak. Callers are encouraged, but not required, to identify themselves by name. Each caller will be provided three (3) minutes to speak, unless due to the number of speakers wanting to speak a decision is made to provide a different amount of time to speak.

INPERSON OPTION Members of the public can provide inperson comments at the podium in the Council Chamber. The Council Chamber will have seating available for members of the public to attend the meeting inperson. Public comments are limited to three (3) minutes per speaker, unless a different time is announced by the presiding chair. Speakers who wish to address the Council must do so by submitting a “Request to Speak” card by 4:30 p.m. for Closed Session items and by 5:45 p.m. for all other designated public comment periods as listed below. Cards will not be accepted after the Public Comment Session begins without the permission of the presiding chair.

The following designated public comment periods are:

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

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“Request to Speak” card by 4:30 p.m. for Closed Session items and by 5:45 p.m. for all other designated public comment periods as listed below. Cards will not be accepted after the Public Comment Session begins without the permission of the presiding chair.

The following designated public comment periods are:

2. LIVE PUBLIC COMMENTS ON REGULAR AGENDA ITEMS AND NONAGENDA ITEMS (GENERAL PUBLIC COMMENT) – You can provide comments by joining Zoom or the Conference Call as described in the LIVE or INPERSON PUBLIC COMMENTS OPTION above. Speaker queue will open at 4:00 p.m. YOU MUST JOIN ZOOM OR THE CONFERENCE CALL and raise your hand PRIOR TO 5:45 p.m. Speakers who are not in the speaker queue with their hand raised by 5:45 p.m. will not be permitted to speak.

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.

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
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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 ).

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. Love Pham, et al. v. City of Santa Ana et al., Orange County Superior Court, Case No. 30202301337853

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

Agency Negotiator: Peter Brown
Employee Organization: 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
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54957.6(a):

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 Shane Parr, Teen Challenge of Southern California ADDITIONS\DELETIONS TO THE AGENDA
CEREMONIAL PRESENTATIONS

1. Certificates of Recognition presented by Councilmember Bacerra to OC Bomberos for Outstanding Contributions to the Community

2. Certificate of Recognition presented by Councilmember Lopez to La Colmena for Outstanding Contributions to the Community

3. Proclamation presented by Councilmember Hernandez Declaring August 2026 as Chicano Heritage Month
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: 4 through 30 and waive reading of all resolutions and ordinances.
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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 30 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 July 21, 2026
Department(s): City Clerk’s Office
Recommended Action: Approve minutes.

6. Appoint Erica Gonzalez Nominated by Councilmember Vazquez as the Ward 2 Representative to the Rental Housing Board for a Partial Term Expiring in 2027 Department(s): City Clerk’s Office
Recommended Action: Appoint Erica Gonzalez to the Rental Housing Board as the Ward 2 representative and administer the Oath of Office. (Pursuant to SAMC Sec. 2 326(a), requires five affirmative votes)

7. Quarterly Report of Contracts for NonPublic Works and Public Works Department(s): Finance and Management Services
Recommended Action: Receive and file Quarterly Report of Contracts entered into between April 1, 2026 to June 30, 2026 up to $50,000 for NonPublic Works and up to $500,000 for Public Works authorized by the City Manager as permitted by Charter Section 421.

8. Report of Settlements for General Liability Claims and Worker’s Compensation Claims Department(s): Human Resources
Recommended Action: Receive and file Report of Settlements entered into between April 1, 2026 to June 30, 2026 up to $50,000 for General Liability Claims and up to $150,000 for Worker’s Compensation Claims authorized by the City Manager, City Attorney, and Human Resources Director as permitted by City Council Resolution 2018045.

9. Employee Benefits Rates for 2027 Plan Year
Department(s): Human Resources
Recommended Action: Receive and file Employee Benefits Rates from January 1, 2027 to December 31, 2027.
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April 1, 2026 to June 30, 2026 up to $50,000 for General Liability Claims and up to $150,000 for Worker’s Compensation Claims authorized by the City Manager, City Attorney, and Human Resources Director as permitted by City Council Resolution 2018045.

9. Employee Benefits Rates for 2027 Plan Year
Department(s): Human Resources
Recommended Action: Receive and file Employee Benefits Rates from January 1, 2027 to December 31, 2027.

10. Status Report on the Identification and Historic Evaluation of Public Artworks by Emigdio Vasquez, Sergio O’Cadiz Moctezuma, and Additional Artists Department(s): Planning and Building Agency
Recommended Action: Receive and file this report.

11. Planning Commission’s Adoption of a Resolution Renaming Rosita Park, Located at 706 N. Newhope Street, as Frank and Irene Palomino Park Department(s): Planning and Building Agency
Recommended Action: Affirm the Planning Commission’s adoption of a resolution approving Public Facilities Naming No. 20260001 renaming Rosita Park, located at 706 N. Newhope Street, as Frank and Irene Palomino Park.

12. Certification of Approval by City Engineer of the Final Tract Map No. 202402, County Tract Map No. 19328 at 510 North Harbor Boulevard (Applicant: Century Communities of California, LLC, a Delaware Limited Liability Company) Department(s): Public Works Agency
Recommended Action: Receive and file the certification of approval by City Engineer of the Final Tract Map 202402, County Tract Map No. 19328 at 510 North Harbor Boulevard.

13. Legal Services Agreement with Fujii Law Group LLP (NonGeneral Fund) Department(s): City Attorney’s Office
Recommended Action: Authorize the City Manager to execute an agreement with Fujii Law Group, LLC for the period of August 4, 2026 through August 3, 2029, with an option to extend the term of the agreement for up to one (1) additional year, in the amount of $550,000 for legal services (Agreement No. A2026XXX).

14. Agreement with Tripepi Smith and Associates, Inc. for Communication and MediaRelated Services (Specification No. 25147) (General Fund) Department(s): City Manager’s Office
Recommended Action: Authorize the City Manager to execute an agreement with Tripepi Smith and Associates, Inc. to provide communication and mediarelated services for a threeyear term in an amount not to exceed $150,000 annually from August 4, 2026 through August 3, 2029 with the option for two (2) oneyear extensions for a total nottoexceed amount of $750,000 (Agreement No. A2026XXX). 15AgreementwithInsightPublicSectorIncforMicrosoft365Migration(Specification City Council 8 8/4/2026
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Department(s): City Manager’s Office
Recommended Action: Authorize the City Manager to execute an agreement with Tripepi Smith and Associates, Inc. to provide communication and mediarelated services for a threeyear term in an amount not to exceed $150,000 annually from August 4, 2026 through August 3, 2029 with the option for two (2) oneyear extensions for a total nottoexceed amount of $750,000 (Agreement No. A2026XXX).

15. Agreement with Insight Public Sector, Inc. for Microsoft 365 Migration (Specification No. 27003) (NonGeneral Fund)
Department(s): Information Technology
Recommended Action: Authorize the City Manager to execute an agreement with Insight Public Sector, Inc. to provide Microsoft 365 Migration in an amount not to exceed $200,000 for a oneyear term beginning August 4, 2026 (Agreement No. A2026XXX).

16. Agreement with C3 Office Solutions LLC dba C3 Tech for Managed Print Services (Specification No. 27001) (General and NonGeneral Fund) Department(s): Information Technology
Recommended Action: Authorize the City Manager to execute an agreement with C3 Office Solutions LLC dba C3 Tech to provide Managed Print Services in an amount of $750,000 for a term beginning August 4, 2026 and expiring May 1, 2029 (Agreement No. A2026XXX).

17. Agreement with The Pumpkin Factory, LLC for Carnival Services (Specification No. 26017) (General Fund)
Department(s): Parks, Recreation, and Community Services Recommended Action: Authorize the City Manager to execute an agreement with The Pumpkin Factory, LLC to provide Carnival Services for a term beginning August 4, 2026 and expiring July 31, 2027, with provisions up to four (4), oneyear extensions (Agreement No. A2026XXX).

18. Purchase Order to Unhinged LLC for Modular Simunition Training House (Specification No. 26064A) (NonGeneral Fund – U.S. Dept. of Treasury Asset Forfeiture Funds)
Department(s): Police Department
Recommended Action: Authorize a Purchase Order to Unhinged LLC for Modular Simunition Training house in an amount not to exceed $98,891.

19. Agreement with O2X Human Performance, LLC to Provide Physical Health and WellnessRelated Services to the Santa Ana Police Department (Specification No. 26082) (NonGeneral Fund)
Department(s): Police Department
Recommended Action: Authorize the City Manager to execute an agreement with O2X Human Performance, LLC to provide physical health and wellnessrelated services to the Santa Ana Police Department for a term beginning September 1, 2026 and expiring August 31, 2027, with provisions for three (3), one (1)year extensions, in a total amount not to exceed $867,789 (Agreement No. A2026XXX).

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26082) (NonGeneral Fund)
Department(s): Police Department
Recommended Action: Authorize the City Manager to execute an agreement with O2X Human Performance, LLC to provide physical health and wellnessrelated services to the Santa Ana Police Department for a term beginning September 1, 2026 and expiring August 31, 2027, with provisions for three (3), one (1)year extensions, in a total amount not to exceed $867,789 (Agreement No. A2026XXX).

20. Agreements with B&D Towing, Inc., Greater Southern California Towing, Inc., MetroPro Road Services, Inc., and Standard Enterprises, Inc. dba TO’ and MO’ Towing for Police Rotational Towing and Storage Services (Specification No. 26057) (General Fund)
Department(s): Police Department
Recommended Action: Authorize the City Manager to execute an agreement with the following vendors for an initial oneyear term from September 1, 2026 through August 31, 2027, with provisions for four, oneyear renewal options to provide police rotational towing and storage services on an asneed basis (Agreement Nos. A2026 XXX):

Vendor Location
B&D Towing, Inc. Santa Ana, CA
Greater Southern California Towing, Inc. Santa Ana, CA MetroPro Road Services, Inc. Costa Mesa, CA
TO’ and MO’ Towing Santa Ana, CA

21. Purchase Order Contract to Premo Construction, Inc. for Fleet Air Compressor System Replacement (Specification No. 26031) (NonGeneral Fund) Department(s): Public Works Agency
Recommended Action: 1. Approve an appropriation adjustment recognizing $157,960 of spendable fund balance in the Equipment MaintenanceGarage Operation, Prior Year Carryforward revenue account, and appropriate the same amount into the Equipment MaintenanceGarage Operation, Machinery & Equipment expenditure account. (Requires five affirmative votes)

2. Award a purchase order contract to Premo Construction, Inc. to replace the fleet air compressor system for a total estimated cost of $157,960, which includes $143,600 for the purchase order contract and $14,360 for unanticipated or unforeseen work.

22. Appropriation Adjustment and Agreement for the Sale of Land at 2245 S. Main Street (Project No. 136792) (NonGeneral Fund)
Department(s): Public Works Agency
Recommended Action: 1. Approve an appropriation adjustment recognizing $136,250 in revenue from the purchase and sale agreement into the Select Street Construction, Sale of Land revenue account (No. 0591700257071) and appropriate it to the City Street Projects, Improvements Other Than Buildings expenditure account (No. 0591766666220). (Requires five affirmative votes)

2. Approve an appropriation adjustment recognizing $408,750 in revenue from the purchase and sale agreement into Measure MStreet Construction, Expense ReimbursementOCTA revenue account (0321700257004). Receipt of Measure MStreet ConstructionproceedswillbedisbursedtotheOrangeCountyTransportation City Council 10 8/4/2026
Recommended Action: 1. Approve an appropriation adjustment recognizing $136,250 in revenue from the purchase and sale agreement into the Select Street Construction, Sale of Land revenue account (No. 0591700257071) and appropriate it to the City Street Projects, Improvements Other Than Buildings expenditure account (No. 0591766666220). (Requires five affirmative votes)

3. Authorize the City Manager to execute a purchase and sale agreement with South Main Arwad LLC for the sale of Cityowned property located at 2245 S. Main Street (APN No. 40314108) in the amount of $545,000 (Agreement No. A2026XXX).

4. Approve amendment to the Fiscal Year 202627 Capital Improvement Program to add $136,250 of Select Street Construction funds for the Bristol Street Phase 3A Project (No.136792).

23. Award of an Agreement with Dokken Engineering for Design Services to Address Caltrans Bridge Inspection Report Recommendations (Project No. 256986) (NonGeneral Fund) Department(s): Public Works Agency
Recommended Action: 1. Approve an appropriation adjustment recognizing $282,400 in grant funding into the Select Street Construction, Federal GrantIndirect revenue account (No. 0591700252001) and appropriate it to the Select Street Construction, Improvements Other Than Buildings expenditure account (No. 0591766066220). (Requires five affirmative votes)

2. Approve an amendment to the Fiscal Year 202627 Capital Improvement Program to include an additional $282,400 in Design funds for the Bridge Preventative Maintenance Program Project (No. 256986).

3. Authorize the City Manager to execute an agreement with Dokken Engineering to provide Professional Design Services in an amount nottoexceed $572,935 for a oneyear term beginning August 4, 2026 and expiring August 3, 2027, with provisions for four, oneyear extensions (Agreement No. A2026XXX).

24. Award of Aggregate Agreements with Global Power Group, Inc., Odyssey Power Corporation, Quinn Company dba Quinn Power Systems, and West Coast Energy Systems, LLC for OnCall Generator Maintenance and Repair Services (Specification No. 26075) (General & NonGeneral Fund)
Department(s): Public Works Agency
Recommended Action: Authorize the City Manager to execute aggregate agreements with Global Power Group, Inc., Odyssey Power Corporation, Quinn Power Systems, and West Coast Energy Systems, LLC to provide oncall generator maintenance and repair services beginning August 4, 2026 and expiring August 3, 2027, with an estimated annual budget of $115,000, with provisions for four, oneyear extensions, in a total aggregate amount not to exceed $575,000 (Core Agreement No. A2026XXX).

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agreements with Global Power Group, Inc., Odyssey Power Corporation, Quinn Power Systems, and West Coast Energy Systems, LLC to provide oncall generator maintenance and repair services beginning August 4, 2026 and expiring August 3, 2027, with an estimated annual budget of $115,000, with provisions for four, oneyear extensions, in a total aggregate amount not to exceed $575,000 (Core Agreement No. A2026XXX).

25. Award of Aggregate Agreements with General Pump Company, Inc., Layne Christensen Company, and Weber Water Resources CA, LLC for OnCall Water Well, Pump, and Motor Rehabilitation and Repair Services (Specification No. 26063) (NonGeneral Fund)
Department(s): Public Works Agency
Recommended Action: Authorize the City Manager to execute aggregate agreements with General Pump Company, Inc., Layne Christensen Company, and Weber Water Resources CA, LLC to provide oncall water well, pump, and motor rehabilitation and repair services beginning August 4, 2026 and expiring August 3, 2027, with an estimated annual budget of $550,000, with provisions for four, oneyear extensions for a total aggregate amount not to exceed $2,750,000 (Core Agreement No. A2026XXX).

26. Award Aggregate Agreements with ACCO Engineered Systems, Inc., ENFRA MCC, LLC, and Mesa Energy Systems, Inc. for Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning Service, Maintenance, and Repairs (General & NonGeneral Fund) Department(s): Public Works Agency
Recommended Action: Authorize the City Manager to execute aggregate agreements with ACCO Engineered Systems, Inc., ENFRA MCC, LLC, and Mesa Energy Systems, Inc. to provide heating, ventilation, and air conditioning service, maintenance, and repairs for an estimated total amount of $376,583 for an initial oneyear term beginning August 4, 2026, and expiring August 3, 2027, with provisions for four, oneyear extensions for a total aggregate amount not to exceed $1,882,915 (Core Agreement No. A2026XXX).

27. Resolution Requesting the California State Legislature to Amend Assembly Bill 645 to Authorize the City of Santa Ana to Establish a Speed Safety System Pilot Program Department(s): Public Works Agency
Recommended Action: Adopt a Resolution requesting that the California State Legislature amend Assembly Bill 645 (Friedman) to authorize eligibility for the City of Santa Ana to establish and operate a Speed Safety System Pilot Program pending future Council approval.

RESOLUTION NO. 2026XXX entitled A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA ANA REQUESTING THAT THE CALIFORNIA STATE LEGISLATURE AMEND ASSEMBLY BILL 645 (FRIEDMAN) TO AUTHORIZE THE CITY OF SANTA ANA TO ESTABLISH A SPEED SAFETY SYSTEM PILOT

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28. Resolution Supporting State Legislation to Improve Utility Affordability, Strengthen Ratepayer Protections, and Increase Accountability of InvestorOwned Utilities Department(s): City Manager’s Office
Recommended Action: Adopt a Resolution Supporting State Legislation to Improve City Council 12 8/4/2026
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THE CITY OF SANTA ANA REQUESTING THAT THE CALIFORNIA STATE LEGISLATURE AMEND ASSEMBLY BILL 645 (FRIEDMAN) TO AUTHORIZE THE CITY OF SANTA ANA TO ESTABLISH A SPEED SAFETY SYSTEM PILOT

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28. Resolution Supporting State Legislation to Improve Utility Affordability, Strengthen Ratepayer Protections, and Increase Accountability of InvestorOwned Utilities Department(s): City Manager’s Office
Recommended Action: Adopt a Resolution Supporting State Legislation to Improve Utility Affordability, Strengthen Ratepayer Protections, and Increase Accountability of InvestorOwned Utilities During the 2025–2026 California Legislative Session.

RESOLUTION NO. 2026XXX entitled A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA ANA, CALIFORNIA, SUPPORTING STATE LEGISLATION TO IMPROVE UTILITY AFFORDABILITY, STRENGTHEN RATEPAYER PROTECTIONS, AND INCREASE ACCOUNTABILITY OF INVESTOROWNED UTILITIES DURING THE 20252026 CALIFORNIA LEGISLATIVE SESSION

29. Resolution and Appropriation Adjustment to Accept the State Regional Coordination Grant Award Agreement AA611027 (NonGeneral Fund)
Department(s): Community Development Agency
Recommended Action: 1. Adopt a resolution to accept the State of California Regional Coordination Project grant award, and authorize the City Manager to enter into an agreement with the State of California – Employment Development Department, WIOA and approve Appropriation Adjustment for $1,000,000 for the CareerRx OC healthcare initiative.

RESOLUTION NO. 2026XXX entitled A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA ANA APPROVING THE ACCEPTANCE OF GRANT FUNDS FROM THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA EMPLOYMENT DEVELOPMENT
DEPARTMENT TO STRENGTHEN COLLABORATION BETWEEN LOCAL
WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT BOARDS AND COMMUNITY COLLEGES, AND SUPPORT TO LOWINCOME COMMUNITIES IN SANTA ANA

2. Authorize the City Manager, or designee, to conduct all negotiations, sign, and submit all documents, including, but not limited to applications, agreements, amendments, and payment requests, which may be necessary for the completion of the Project scope, including but not limited to agreements with subrecipients, consultants, and contractors.

3. Approve an appropriation adjustment to recognize $1,000,000 in funds from Workforce Innovation and Opportunity ActFederal GrantIndirect account (no. 1231800252001) and appropriating the same amount to expenditure account (no. 12318729various). (Requires five affirmative votes)

30. Density Bonus Agreement No. 202603 – Watermarke Sandpointe MixedUse Development (200 East Sandpointe Ave.) (Continued from City Council Meeting of July 7, 2026; Item No. 18)
Department(s): Planning and Building Agency, Community Development Agency Recommended Action: 1. Adopt a resolution approving Density Bonus Agreement No. 202603; and
RESOLUTION NO. 2026XXX entitled A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA ANA APPROVING DENSITY BONUS AGREEMENT NO. 202603 FOR A MIXEDUSE DEVELOPMENT WITH 400 RESIDENTIAL UNITS, INCLUDING 20 UNITS PROPOSED AS AFFORDABLE TO EXTREMELY LOWINCOME HOUSEHOLDS, AND 13,887 SQUARE FEET OF COMMERCIAL SPACE FOR THE PROPERTY LOCATED AT 200 EAST SANDPOINTE AVENUE (APNS:
41111107, 41111109, 41111110, AND 41111111)

2. Authorize the City Manager to execute a Density Bonus Agreement with CM Sandpointe, LLC, GH Sandpointe LLC, VMT Sandpointe LLC, and QC Sandpointe LLC, with a 55year covenant term, for a rental residential development consisting of a 400 unit multifamily residential development, including 20 affordable units (5% of the total units) proposed as affordable to extremely lowincome households, at the property located at 200 East Sandpointe Avenue (Agreement No. A2026XXX); and

3. Determine that, pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) and the CEQA Guidelines, the recommended action is exempt from further review under Sections 15183 and 15162.
**END OF CONSENT CALENDAR**
BUSINESS CALENDAR

31. City of Santa Ana Metropolitan Water District Board Representative Department(s): City Clerk’s Office
Recommended Action: Nominate and appoint a representative to the Metropolitan Water District Board to represent the City of Santa Ana.

32. Ordinance Amendment No. 202601 to Amend Several Sections of Chapter 30 (Places of Historical and Architectural Significance) of the Santa Ana Municipal Code (SAMC) Relating to Modification of Historic Properties, Demolition by Neglect, Historic Property Transfer Disclosure, and Other Amendments of an Administrative Nature
Department(s): Planning and Building Agency
Recommended Action: 1. Conduct a first reading and adopt an ordinance approving Ordinance Amendment No. 202601 to amend several sections of Chapter 30 (Places of Historical and Architectural Significance) of the Santa Ana Municipal Code relating to Modification of Historic Properties, Demolition by Neglect, Historic Property Transfer Disclosure, and other items of an administrative nature; and ORDINANCE NO. NSXXXX entitled ORDINANCE AMENDMENT NO. 202601 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA ANA AMENDING PORTIONS OF CHAPTER 30 (PLACES OF HISTORICAL AND ARCHITECTURAL SIGNIFICANCE) OF THE SANTA ANA MUNICIPAL CODE RELATING TO THE MODIFICATION OF HISTORIC PROPERTIES, DEMOLITION BY NEGLECT, HISTORIC PROPERTY TRANSFER DISCLOSURE, AND OTHER ITEMS OF AN ADMINISTRATIVE NATURE, 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), read by title only and waive further reading

2. Determine that, pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) and the CEQA Guidelines, the recommended action is exempt from further review under state CEQA Guidelines Section 15060(c)(2), Section 15060(c)(3), and Section 15061(b)(3).

33. City of Santa Ana FY 202627 to FY 203132 FiveYear Strategic Plan Department(s): City Manager’s Office
Recommended Action: Adopt the City of Santa Ana FY 202627 to FY 203132 FiveYear Strategic Plan.
**END OF BUSINESS CALENDAR**
PUBLIC HEARING
PUBLIC COMMENTS – Members of the public may address the City Council on each of the Public Hearing items.

34. Appeal Application No. 202601 Appealing the Decision of the Planning Commission to Approve Site Plan Review No. 202601 and Approve One Incentive/Concession and Two Waivers or Reductions of Development Standards for the Think Together Property Located at 2101 East Fourth Street Department(s): Planning and Building Agency
Recommended Action: Adopt a resolution denying Appeal Application No. 2026 01, thereby upholding the Planning Commission’s approval of a resolution to approve Site Plan Review No. 202601 and one incentive/concession and two waivers or reductions of development standards pursuant to State Density Bonus Law, to be memorialized in Density Bonus Agreement No. 202601, to facilitate the construction of a sevenstory mixeduse development consisting of 274 residential units, including 14 affordable units for extremely lowincome households, and approximately 20,714 square feet of groundfloor commercial space for the property located at 2101 East Fourth Street (APN:40004103).

RESOLUTION NO. 2026XXX entitled A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA ANA DENYING APPEAL APPLICATION NO. 202601, THEREBY UPHOLDING THE PLANNING COMMISSION’S APPROVAL OF SITE PLAN REVIEW NO. 202601 AND ONE INCENTIVE/CONCESSION AND TWO WAIVERS OR REDUCTIONS OF DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS PURSUANT TO STATE DENSITY BONUS LAW, TO BE MEMORIALIZED IN DENSITY BONUS AGREEMENT NO. 202601, BASED ON FINDINGS, INCLUDING A
DETERMINATION THAT THE PROJECT WAS EXEMPT UNDER CEQA SECTION 15168, FOR A SEVEN STORY MIXEDUSE RESIDENTIAL DEVELOPMENT CONSISTING OF 274 RESIDENTIAL UNITS FOR THE PROPERTY LOCATED AT 2101 EAST FOURTH STREET (APN: 40004103)
**END OF PUBLIC HEARING**
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. Public Hearing – TEFRA 1200 N. Main St.

2. Study Session – Comprehensive Zoning Code Update

3. Construction Contract – Memory Lane and Flower Street Improvements Project

4. Construction Contract/RFP for DesignBuild of Cabrillo Park Restroom and Concession Building Improvement Project
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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. Public Hearing – TEFRA 1200 N. Main St.

2. Study Session – Comprehensive Zoning Code Update

3. Construction Contract – Memory Lane and Flower Street Improvements Project

4. Construction Contract/RFP for DesignBuild of Cabrillo Park Restroom and Concession Building Improvement Project
POSTING STATEMENT: On July 28, 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.gov/agendasandminutes.

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DRAFT Minutes of the Regular Meeting
of the City Council
City of Santa Ana, California
July 21, 2026
CLOSED SESSION MEETING – 4:30 P.M.

REGULAR OPEN MEETING – 5:30 P.M.
(Immediately following the Closed Session Meeting)

CITY COUNCIL CHAMBER
22 Civic Center Plaza Santa Ana, CA 92701

CLOSED SESSION

CALL TO ORDER
MINUTES: Mayor Amezcua called the Closed Session meeting to order at 4:41 P.M.

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
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ROLL CALL
MINUTES: City Clerk Jennifer L. Hall conducted roll call.

Councilmembers Hernandez, Lopez, Phan, and Vazquez, and Mayor Amezcua were present. Councilmember Bacerra and Mayor Pro Tem Penaloza joined during Closed Session.

ADDITIONS\DELETIONS TO CLOSED SESSION
MINUTES: City Clerk Jennifer L. Hall noted for the record that a clerical correction was made and posted for Closed Session Item No. 2 to more accurately reflect that both the full-time and part-time units are part of the item.

PUBLIC COMMENTS – Members of the public may address the City Council on Closed Session items.

MINUTES: None.

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

MINUTES: Mayor Amezcua recessed to consider the Closed Session items at 4:42 P.M.

1. 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. 30-2022-01293127
B. John Kachirisky v. City of Santa Ana, Orange County Superior Court Case No. 30-2023-01348299
C. Nelson Menendez v. City of Santa Ana, Orange County Superior Court Case No. 30-2023-01339537
D. Manuel Moreno v. City of Santa Ana, Orange County Superior Court Case No. 30-2024-0137127

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

Agency Negotiator: Peter Brown
Employee Organizations:

1. Service Employees International Union, Full-Time Employees Unit (SEIUFT) City Council 5 – 2 8/4/2026
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2. Service Employees International Union, Part-Time Non-Civil Service Employees Unit (SEIU-PTNCS)
RECONVENE – City Council will reconvene to continue regular City business.

CITY COUNCIL REGULAR OPEN SESSION

CALL TO ORDER
MINUTES: Mayor Amezcua reconvened the City Council Meeting to order at 6:19 P.M.

ATTENDANCE Councilmembers
Mayor Pro Tem
Mayor
Phil Bacerra
Johnathan Ryan Hernandez
Jessie Lopez
Thai Viet Phan
Benjamin Vazquez
David Penaloza
Valeria Amezcua
City Manager
City Attorney
City Clerk
Alvaro Nuñez
Sonia R. Carvalho
Jennifer L. Hall

ROLL CALL
MINUTES: City Clerk Jennifer L. Hall conducted roll call.

Councilmembers Bacerra, Hernandez, Lopez, Phan, and Vazquez, Mayor Pro Tem Penaloza, and Mayor Amezcua were present.

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE Jennifer Wang
WORDS OF INSPIRATION Chaplain Daniel Park
ADDITIONS\DELETIONS TO THE AGENDA
MINUTES: None.

CEREMONIAL PRESENTATIONS

1. Certificates of Recognition presented by Mayor Amezcua to Jaime Velasco of Mazapán de la Rosa for Outstanding Contributions to the Community MINUTES: Mayor Amezcua presented a certificate of recognition to Jaime Velasco of Mazapán de la Rosa for outstanding contributions to the community.

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2. Certificates of Recognition presented by Councilmember Lopez to the student participants of the 2026 Lay's World Cup Soccer Tournament for Outstanding Teamwork and Community Pride
MINUTES: Councilmember Lopez presented certificates of recognition to the student participants of the 2026 Lay’s World Cup Soccer Tournament for outstanding teamwork and community pride.

3. Certificates of Recognition presented by Councilmember Phan to M&Ocean Youth Crossover Band from Taiwan for Outstanding Contributions to the Community
MINUTES: Councilmember Phan presented certificates of recognition to M&Ocean Youth Crossover Band from Taiwan for outstanding contributions to the community.

The M&Ocean Youth Crossover Band performed two songs and presented gifts to the City Council.

4. Proclamation presented by Councilmember Hernandez to Deborah Burke and Tiesha Hutchins-Utai recognizing July 12, 2026, as 714 Unity Day: Black and Brown in the OC
MINUTES: Councilmember Hernandez presented a proclamation to Deborah Burke and Tiesha Hutchins-Utai recognizing July 12, 2026, as 714 Unity Day: Black and Brown in the OC.

CLOSED SESSION REPORT – The CityAttorney will report on any action(s)from Closed Session.

MINUTES: None.

PUBLIC COMMENTS – Public comments will be held during the beginning of the meeting for ALL comments on agenda and nonagenda items.

MINUTES: City Clerk Jennifer L. Hall reported out the summary of email comments received: one (1) Agenda Item No. 10, eight (8) Agenda Item No. 19, and six (6) nonagenda comments.

The following speakers addressed City Council in-person:

1. Debra Vodhanel, Orange County Center for Contemporary Art, thanked the Council for funding their programs and spoke regarding future arts shows.

2. Kim Forton spoke regarding her work with the City’s southeastern communities related to environmental problems, injustices, and policies.

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3. Nina Jirik asked for an update regarding the status of negotiations with the property owner, efforts to secure the remaining funding needed to purchase the property, and guidance on how residents can assist in advocating for those additional funds related to Washington Square Park.

4. Yezenia Marrujo (translation: Spanish) expressed concern regarding the comprehensive zoning code and the lack of participation and community engagement.

5. Maria Marin (translation: Spanish) expressed concern regarding the comprehensive zoning code related to the Community Corner Village.

6. Elizabeth Cabanas (translation: Spanish) expressed concern regarding illegal parking and the lack of street sweeping in her neighborhood.

7. Martha Molina expressed concern regarding the proposed Reentry Center in the City.

8. Teodora M. (translation: Spanish) expressed concern regarding housing conditions, encouraged increased City inspections of rental properties, highlighted community resource fairs, and advocated for safe and well-maintained housing for residents.

9. Clemencia Zarco (translation: Spanish) expressed concern regarding new management, rent, and living conditions at her apartment complex and requested assistance to address these concerns.

10.Carl Benninger spoke in opposition to the proposed Reentry Center in the City.

11.Desi Reyes spoke in opposition to the proposed Reentry Center in the City.

12.Victor Mendez spoke in opposition to the proposed Reentry Center in the City, suggested Irvine Regional Park as an alternate location, and spoke regarding communication on transparency related to Measure X.

13.Susan Hurtado (translation: Spanish) expressed concern regarding her living conditions at her apartment complex and requested assistance to address these concerns with management.

14.Martha Garcia (translation: Spanish) expressed concern regarding a resident’s living conditions at their apartment complex and requested assistance to address these concerns with management.

The following speaker addressed City Council via teleconference:

15.Dale Helvig thanked the City and County for being proactive on Agenda Item No. 10 related to RHNA numbers and spoke in opposition to the proposed Reentry Center in the City.

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RECOMMENDED ACTION: Approve staff recommendations on the following Consent Calendar Items: 5 through 18 and waive reading of all resolutions and ordinances.

MINUTES: At 8:01 P.M., the Consent Calendar was considered.

Councilmember Bacerra recused himself from Agenda Item No. 12 due to a campaign contribution and abundance of caution and pulled Agenda Item Nos. 9 and 15.

Councilmember Hernandez pulled Agenda Item No. 18.

Councilmember Phan recused herself from Agenda Item No. 14 as the listed entity, Kleinfelder Inc., is a client of her employer, Rutan and Tucker.

Mayor Pro Tem Penaloza pulled Agenda Item No. 11.

MOTION: Mayor Amezcua moved to approve Consent Calendar Item Nos. 5 through 18 with the exception of Agenda Item Nos. 9, 11, 15, and 18 pulled for separate discussion and consideration, seconded by Councilmember Hernandez.

The motion carried, 7-0, by the following roll call vote AYES:

NOES:

ABSTAIN:

ABSENT:

COUNCILMEMBER BACERRA, COUNCILMEMBER

HERNANDEZ, COUNCILMEMBER LOPEZ,

COUNCILMEMBER PHAN, COUNCILMEMBER VAZQUEZ,

MAYOR PRO TEM PENALOZA, MAYOR AMEZCUA
NONE
NONE
NONE
Status: 7 – 0 – Pass

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

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

CONSENT CALENDAR
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7. Appoint Jacqueline Guzman Nominated by Councilmember Vazquez as the Ward 2 Representative to the Planning Commission for a Partial Term Expiring December 8, 2026
Department(s): City Clerk’s Office
Recommended Action: Appoint Jacqueline Guzman to the Planning Commission as the Ward 2 representative and administer the Oath of Office. (Pursuant to SAMC Sec. 2-236(a), requires five affirmative votes)
MINUTES: City Clerk Jennifer L. Hall administered the oath of office to Jacqueline Guzman.

8. Appoint Member to the Workforce Development Board
Department(s): Community Development Agency
Recommended Action: Appoint Alex Zamora (replacing Robert Ruiz) to the Workforce Development Board, representing Labor (Laborers International Union of North America (LIUNA)) as nominated by the Orange County Labor Federation, for a four-year term expiring May 31, 2030.

AGENDA ITEM NO. 9 PULLED FOR SEPARATE DISCUSSION AND

CONSIDERATION

9. Comprehensive Zoning Code Update Public Communications and Engagement
Department(s): Planning and Building Agency
Recommended Action: Receive and file a comprehensive zoning code update public communications and engagement briefing.

MINUTES: Councilmember Bacerra spoke regarding residents’ concerns related to environmental justice and the purpose of the zoning code update, and requested an update on what staff has done regarding the comprehensive zoning code update public communications and engagement.

City Manager Alvaro Nuñez explained that presenting the item as a draft provides transparency, increases public awareness, and allows for public outreach prior to any future legislative action.

Planning and Building Executive Director Ali Pezeshkpour explained the proposed zoning code update is intended to implement General Plan land use policies, streamline regulations, address compatibility between industrial and residential uses, and improve development standards. He summarized the City's public outreach efforts, noted opportunities for continued public participation through future study sessions and hearings, and stated additional community meetings would be available upon request.

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Councilmember Lopez clarified the item is information only and stated additional opportunities for public input would be provided before the proposed zoning code update is considered for adoption.

Mayor Amezcua thanked staff for their outreach efforts and recognized the achievement of approximately 800,000 community touchpoints related to the proposed zoning code update.

MOTION: Councilmember Bacerra moved to approve the recommended action for Agenda Item No. 9, seconded by Mayor Amezcua.

The motion carried, 7-0, by the following roll call vote:

AYES:

NOES:

ABSTAIN:

ABSENT:

COUNCILMEMBER BACERRA, COUNCILMEMBER

HERNANDEZ, COUNCILMEMBER LOPEZ,

COUNCILMEMBER PHAN, COUNCILMEMBER VAZQUEZ,

MAYOR PRO TEM PENALOZA, MAYOR AMEZCUA
NONE
NONE
NONE
Status: 7 – 0 – Pass

10.Proposed City Response to Orange County Grand Jury Report Titled “California Housing Mandates: The Unintended Reshaping of Orange County Neighborhoods”
Department(s): Planning and Building Agency
Recommended Action: Approve the proposed City response to the Orange County Grand Jury report titled “California Housing Mandates: The Unintended Reshaping of Orange County Neighborhoods” and authorize the City Manager to deliver the City’s response to the Presiding Judge of the Superior Court.

AGENDA ITEM NO. 11 PULLED FOR SEPARATE DISCUSSION AND

CONSIDERATION

11.Status Report on the Identification and Historic Evaluation of Public Artworks by Emigdio Vasquez and Sergio O’Cadiz Moctezuma Department(s): Planning and Building Agency
Recommended Action: Receive and file this report.

MINUTES: Mayor Pro Tem Penaloza asked for clarification regarding the selection of the two artists and plans for murals within private properties.

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City Manager Alvaro Nuñez clarified the selection of the two artists due to specific plan requirements and spoke regarding the consistency and objectives when selecting artists.

Planning and Building Executive Director Ali Pezeshkpour explained the process related to murals on private properties.

Councilmember Lopez thanked City staff for identifying the 12 properties, requested prioritization of Chicano Gothic at Memorial Park and concrete relief mural at City Hall, and spoke in support of the item.

MOTION: Mayor Pro Tem Penaloza moved to approve the recommended action for Agenda Item No. 11, seconded by Councilmember Lopez.

The motion carried, 7-0, by the following roll call vote:

AYES:

NOES:

ABSTAIN:

ABSENT:

COUNCILMEMBER BACERRA, COUNCILMEMBER

HERNANDEZ, COUNCILMEMBER LOPEZ,

COUNCILMEMBER PHAN, COUNCILMEMBER VAZQUEZ,

MAYOR PRO TEM PENALOZA, MAYOR AMEZCUA
NONE
NONE
NONE
Status: 7 – 0 – Pass

12.Certification of Approval by City Engineer of the Final Tract Map No. 2025- 01, County Tract Map No. 19337 at 2020 East First Street (Applicant: Meritage Homes of California, Inc., a California Corporation)
Department(s): Public Works Agency
Recommended Action: Receive and file the certification of approval by City Engineer of the Final Tract Map 2025-01, County Tract Map No. 19337 at 2020 East First Street.

MOTION: Mayor Amezcua moved to approve the recommended action for Agenda Item No. 12 as part of the Consent Calendar, seconded by Councilmember Hernandez.

The motion carried, 6-0-1, by the following roll call vote:

AYES:

NOES:

ABSTAIN:

ABSENT:

COUNCILMEMBER HERNANDEZ, COUNCILMEMBER

LOPEZ, COUNCILMEMBER PHAN, COUNCILMEMBER

VAZQUEZ, MAYOR PRO TEM PENALOZA, MAYOR

AMEZCUA
NONE
COUNCILMEMBER BACERA (recusal)
NONE
Status: 6 – 0 – 1 – Pass
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13.Agreement with PSI Water Technologies, Inc. for Sodium Hypochlorite Generation, Maintenance, and Equipment (Specification No. 26-049) (NonGeneral Fund) Department(s): Public Works Agency
Recommended Action: Authorize the City Manager to execute an agreement with PSI Water Technologies, Inc. to provide sodium hypochlorite generation, maintenance, and equipment in an amount beginning July 21, 2026, and expiring July 20, 2027, with an estimated annual budget of $500,000 with provisions for four, one-year extensions, in a total amount not to exceed $2,500,000 (Agreement No. A-2026-100).

14.Agreements with AESCO, Inc., Kleinfelder Inc., Koury Engineering & Testing, Inc., and Twining, Inc. for Construction Materials Testing and Special Inspection Services (General Fund & Non-General Fund)
Department(s): Public Works Agency
Recommended Action:

1. Authorize the City Manager to execute federally procured agreements with AESCO, Inc., Kleinfelder Inc., Koury Engineering & Testing, Inc., and Twining, Inc. to provide on-call materials testing and special inspections services for a shared annual amount of $800,000, for a term beginning July 21, 2026 and expiring July 20, 2027, with provisions for four, one-year extensions in a total aggregate amount not to exceed $4,000,000 (Agreement No. A-2026-101).

2. Authorize the City Manager to execute agreements with AESCO, Inc., Kleinfelder Inc., Koury Engineering & Testing, Inc., and Twining, Inc. to provide on-call materials testing and special inspections services for shared annual amount of $800,000, for a term beginning July 21, 2026 and expiring July 20, 2027, with provisions for four, one-year extensions in a total aggregate amount not to exceed $4,000,000 (Agreement No. A-2026-102).

MOTION: Mayor Amezcua moved to approve the recommended action for Agenda Item No. 14 as part of the Consent Calendar, seconded by Councilmember Hernandez.

The motion carried, 6-0-1, by the following roll call vote:

AYES:

NOES:

ABSTAIN:

ABSENT:

COUNCILMEMBER BACERRA, COUNCILMEMBER

HERNANDEZ, COUNCILMEMBER LOPEZ,

COUNCILMEMBER VAZQUEZ, MAYOR PRO TEM

PENALOZA, MAYOR AMEZCUA
NONE
COUNCILMEMBER PHAN (recusal)
NONE
Status: 6 – 0 – 1 – Pass
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AGENDA ITEM NO. 15 PULLED FOR SEPARATE DISCUSSION AND

CONSIDERATION

15.Approve Designated Subrecipient Agreement with California Department of Transportation to Receive RAISE Grant Funds for the Santa Ana Boulevard Grade Separation Project (No. 26-6718) (Non-General Fund) Department(s): Public Works Agency
Recommended Action: Authorize the City Manager to execute a Designated Subrecipient Agreement with California Department of Transportation to receive RAISE grant funds, in the amount of $25,000,000, for the Santa Ana Boulevard Grade Separation Project (Agreement No. A-2026-103).

MINUTES: Councilmember Bacerra stated the City was awarded $25 million through a grant program, spoke in support of the item, and thanked the City’s lobbyist in D.C.

MOTION: Councilmember Bacerra moved to approve the recommended action for Agenda Item No. 15, seconded by Councilmember Hernandez.

The motion carried, 7-0, by the following roll call vote:

AYES:

NOES:

ABSTAIN:

ABSENT:

COUNCILMEMBER BACERRA, COUNCILMEMBER

HERNANDEZ, COUNCILMEMBER LOPEZ,

COUNCILMEMBER PHAN, COUNCILMEMBER VAZQUEZ,

MAYOR PRO TEM PENALOZA, MAYOR AMEZCUA
NONE
NONE
NONE
Status: 7 – 0 – Pass

16.Agreements with Independent Cities Risk Management Authority (ICRMA) and Arthur J. Gallagher Risk Management Services, LLC, Appropriation Adjustment of $695,820, and Associated Insurance Premiums, Costs, Programs, and Regulatory Fees for Total Estimated Payments of $14,837,440 (Non-General Fund)
Department(s): Human Resources
Recommended Action:

1. Authorize the City Manager to execute the Agreement between the City of Santa Ana (“City”) and Arthur J. Gallagher Risk Management Services, LLC, broker of record from September 1, 2026 to August 31, 2029, for insurance brokerage services (Agreement Nos. A-2026-104).

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2. Authorize the City Manager to approve payment of insurance premiums and associated programs to ICRMA in an amount not to exceed $10,659,925 for the protection of City assets from July 1, 2026 through June 30, 2027 including but not limited to:
a. Excess Liability Program
b. Excess Workers’ Compensation Program
c. Auto Physical Damage Program
d. Property and Equipment Program
e. Crime Program
f. Cyber Program
g. Associated Programs

3. Authorize the City Manager to approve payment of insurance premiums to Arthur J. Gallagher, Broker, in an amount not to exceed $3,677,515 for ancillary coverages of City’s assets from July 1, 2026 to June 30, 2027 including but not limited to:
a. General Liability Buffer Program
b. Workers’ Compensation Buffer Program
c. Earth Movement & Flood and Difference in Coverage (DIC) Program d. Terrorism Insurance Program
e. Underground Storage Tank and Environmental Program
f. General Liability and Excess Liability Program

4. Authorize the City Manager to approve the City’s obligation to pay the State of California DIR estimated assessment in an amount not to exceed $500,000.

5. Approve an Appropriation Adjustment of $585,164 in the General Liability internal service fund (account No. 08009051-64010) using fund balance. (Requires five affirmative votes)

6. Approve an Appropriation Adjustment of $110,656 in the Workers Compensation internal service fund (account No. 08209054-64010) using fund balance. (Requires five affirmative votes)

17.Purchase Order to Convergint Technologies LLC for Milestone Camera Software License (Specification No. 26-081) (General Fund) Department(s): Police Department
Recommended Action: Authorize a Purchase Order to Convergint Technologies LLC for Milestone Camera Software License for a five-year period from July 21, 2026 through July 20, 2031, in an amount not to exceed $158,957.

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AGENDA ITEM NO. 18 PULLED FOR SEPARATE DISCUSSION AND

CONSIDERATION

18.Santa Ana Police Department’s Annual Military Equipment Use Report for 2025-26
Department(s): Police Department
Recommended Action:

1. Receive and file the Santa Ana Police Department’s Annual Military Equipment Use report for 2025-26.

2. Review and affirm Santa Ana City Ordinance NS-3020.

MINUTES: Councilmember Hernandez expressed concern regarding the use of military equipment by law enforcement, referenced prior discussions related to Assembly Bill 481, and inquired regarding incidents involving the deployment of military equipment, including whether any were associated with protests.

Police Chief Robert Rodriguez responded that seven reported incidents involved civil unrest, explained that military equipment is deployed based on specific public safety threats, and confirmed there was one pending litigation matter related to the reported use of the equipment during the reporting period.

MOTION: Councilmember Hernandez moved to not approve the recommended action for Agenda Item No. 18, seconded by Councilmember Vazquez.

SUBSTITUTE MOTION: Mayor Amezcua moved to approve the
recommended action for Agenda Item No. 18, seconded by Councilmember Bacerra.

Mayor Amezcua asked questions regarding the annual military equipment use report, public outreach, prior reporting requirements, and the Police Department’s use of military equipment. She thanked staff for their efforts and expressed support for the report.

Police Chief Rodriguez responded to questions regarding the timing of the report, deployment practices, officer-involved shooting trends, and the department’s use of military equipment.

Commander Matthew Sorenson explained the purpose and deployment of military equipment, provided examples of its use during tactical incidents, discussed community outreach efforts, and confirmed recommendations from the Police Oversight Commission were incorporated into the Department’s military equipment policy.

City Attorney Sonia Carvalho clarified the outcome of prior litigation involving the City and Anaheim Police Department.

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City Manager Alvaro Nuñez confirmed the report was reviewed through the City's agenda review process and noted the military equipment policy had also been presented to the Police Oversight Commission.

Councilmember Bacerra expressed support for the annual military equipment use report, emphasized the importance of transparency and public safety, thanked the Police Department staff for their community outreach efforts, and expressed support for the item.

Councilmember Lopez acknowledged the department’s compliance with state reporting requirements, encouraged public review of the report, suggested offering a virtual option for future community meetings, and recognized the department’s decision not to participate in the federal surplus equipment program.

Councilmember Phan expressed support for providing virtual access to future community meetings, suggested including additional information in future military equipment reports regarding deployments and equipment use, encouraged proactive public communication regarding the department’s drone program, emphasized the importance of transparency and de-escalation, and expressed support for the item.

Councilmember Lopez expressed condolences to Councilmember Hernandez and his family regarding the loss of his cousin.

Mayor Amezcua spoke in support of a separate report for drones.

Councilmember Vazquez thanked the Police Department for its efforts, suggested evaluating military equipment through the Police Oversight Commission, and emphasized prioritizing resources for community safety, children, and families.

Mayor Pro Tem Penaloza thanked staff for the report and spoke in support of a separate report for drones and cost savings.

SUBSTITUTE MOTION: Mayor Amezcua moved to approve the
recommended action for Agenda Item No. 18, seconded by Councilmember Bacerra.

The substitute motion carried, 5-2, by the following roll call vote:

AYES:

NOES:

ABSTAIN:

ABSENT:

COUNCILMEMBER BACERRA, COUNCILMEMBER LOPEZ,

COUNCILMEMBER PHAN, MAYOR PRO TEM PENALOZA,

MAYOR AMEZCUA

COUNCILMEMBER HERNANDEZ, COUNCILMEMBER

VAZQUEZ
NONE
NONE
Status: 5 – 2 – Pass
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**END OF CONSENT CALENDAR**
MINUTES: At 9:05 P.M., the Business Calendar was considered.

19.Direction Regarding the Proposed Orange County Coordinated Reentry Center at the Former Youth Guidance Center Site in Santa Ana Department(s): City Manager’s Office
Recommended Action:

1. Direct the City Manager to draft a resolution formally opposing the proposed Orange County Coordinated Reentry Center at the former Youth Guidance Center site located in the City of Santa Ana.

2. Direct the City Manager to communicate the City's opposition to the Orange County Board of Supervisors, Orange County Executive Officer, and other appropriate agencies, and to advocate for the identification and evaluation of alternative locations elsewhere in Orange County.

3. Direct the City Attorney to evaluate and report to the City Council regarding any legal remedies available to the City related to the proposed project, including, but not limited to, applicable land use regulations, procedural requirements, and any other potential legal or administrative actions.

MINUTES: Mayor Amezcua expressed opposition to the proposed Orange County Coordinated Reentry Center in Santa Ana, discussed concerns regarding the County’s planning and communication process, summarized the proposed project, and proposed directing the City Manager and City Attorney to pursue actions opposing the project and evaluate potential legal remedies.

Councilmember Lopez expressed support for reentry services and reducing recidivism, raised concerns regarding the County’s selection of the proposed Santa Ana site without City consultation, expressed support for the resolution, and requested City representation on the County committee involved in the project.

Police Chief Robert Rodriguez stated his appointment to the County committee occurred as part of a restructuring of the County Chiefs group and that he volunteered to serve on additional committees, including the committee in question.

Councilmember Bacerra thanked the Mayor and community members for bringing attention to the proposed reentry center, expressed opposition to locating the facility in Santa Ana, encouraged consideration of alternative locations, emphasized the importance of community engagement, expressed support for evaluating legal options, and supported the resolution.

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Councilmember Phan discussed correspondence regarding the proposed reentry center, emphasized the importance of ensuring the City is included in County planning and decision-making, encouraged continued dialogue with the County, and supported evaluating all available legal and environmental review processes related to the proposed project.

City Manager Alvaro Nuñez stated elected representatives serving Santa Ana were aligned in opposing the proposed reentry center in the City and indicated this position would be reflected in the proposed resolution.

Mayor Pro Tem Penaloza thanked the Mayor and staff for bringing the item forward, expressed opposition to locating the proposed reentry center in Santa Ana, encouraged regional distribution of reentry services throughout Orange County, and emphasized pursuing all available legal options.

Councilmember Hernandez emphasized the importance of community engagement and City involvement in decisions affecting Santa Ana, expressed support for reentry services as a tool to reduce recidivism, opposed locating a reentry center in Santa Ana without meaningful collaboration, encouraged the County to evaluate alternative locations, and supported continued dialogue between the City and County.

Councilmember Vazquez expressed support for the resolution, referenced concerns based on prior experiences with the Yale Navigation Center, and thanked staff, the Mayor, and the City Council for their work on the item.

Mayor Amezcua reiterated support for rehabilitation and reentry services, expressed continued opposition to locating the proposed reentry center in Santa Ana, encouraged the City to pursue all available actions to oppose the project, and emphasized the importance of ongoing County communication with the City.

MOTION: Mayor Pro Tem Penaloza moved to approve the recommended action for Agenda Item No. 19, seconded by Mayor Amezcua.

The motion carried, 7-0, by the following roll call vote:

AYES:

NOES:

ABSTAIN:

ABSENT:

COUNCILMEMBER BACERRA, COUNCILMEMBER

HERNANDEZ, COUNCILMEMBER LOPEZ,

COUNCILMEMBER PHAN, COUNCILMEMBER VAZQUEZ,

MAYOR PRO TEM PENALOZA, MAYOR AMEZCUA
NONE
NONE
NONE
Status: 7 – 0 – Pass
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**END OF BUSINESS CALENDAR**

CITY MANAGER COMMENTS
MINUTES: Deputy City Manager Sylvia Vazquez invited the public to attend the Santa Anita ribbon-cutting ceremony on Saturday at 10:00 A.M., highlighting the renovated pool, basketball courts, community center, and activities hosted by Parks, Recreation, and Community Services staff.

COUNCIL COMMENTS
AB1234 DISCLOSURE – If the City paid for travel or other expenses this is the time for members of the Council to provide a brief oral report on attendance of any regional board or commission meeting or any conference, meeting or event attended.

1. July 14-16, 2026 Mayor Amezcua – National Association of Latino Elected and Appointed Officials (NALEO) 43rd Annual Conference, Los Angeles, CA

2. July 17-19, 2026 Councilmember Bacerra – 2026 Asian American Pacific Islander (AAPI) LEAD National Summit, Los Angeles, CA

3. July 14-16, 2026 Councilmember Hernandez – NALEO 43rd Annual Conference, Los Angeles, CA

4. July 8-11, 2026 Councilmember Lopez – 2026 Local Progress Impact Lab National Convening, Baltimore, MD
MINUTES: Councilmember Vazquez announced an upcoming community resource fair at Jerome Park, highlighted participating community organizations, City departments, and local partners, acknowledged elected officials supporting the event, and invited the public to attend.

Councilmember Hernandez recognized the opening of the Santa Anita Community Center, acknowledged Councilmember Phan for supporting the project, stated the redevelopment would benefit future generations of residents, encouraged the community to attend the opening, and congratulated staff and Councilmember Lopez on the improvements at Newhope Library and the Portola Park splash pad. Councilmember Hernandez left the meeting at 9:59 P.M.

Councilmember Phan highlighted the success of the recent Movies in the Park event, announced the opening celebration for the Santa Anita Community Center, acknowledged staff, residents, and funding partners for supporting the project's redevelopment, encouraged the community to participate in the event's activities, and wished everyone a safe and enjoyable holiday weekend.

Councilmember Lopez reported on her attendance at the Local Progress Impact Lab National Convening, where she learned about community violence intervention strategies and discussed applying data-driven approaches to improve public safety in Santa Ana. She announced a back-to-school backpack giveaway, thanked staff for the successful opening of the Portola Park splash pad, and concluded by honoring those who recently lost their lives while expressing support for immigrant families and available community resources.

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Councilmember Bacerra reported on his attendance at the 2026 AAPI Lead National Summit pursuant to AB 1234, announced his upcoming monthly community office hours at Eugene Griset Park, and invited residents to attend.

Mayor Pro Tem Penaloza thanked City staff for the opening of the Portola Park splash pad and expressed anticipation for the Santa Anita Community Center grand opening. He requested a memorandum regarding the City's policies and eligibility requirements for approving Council travel, including guidance related to nonprofit organizations sponsoring conferences. He concluded by extending birthday wishes to his wife.

Mayor Amezcua reported on her attendance at the NALEO conference pursuant to AB 1234, noting the City paid only the registration fee while she personally covered lodging expenses.

She emphasized the value of conferences for sharing best practices, expressed support for establishing clear guidelines for Council travel, thanked City staff for the Portola Park splash pad opening, requested an update on Washington Square, announced upcoming community events including a resource fair, Coffee with the Mayor, and a backpack-stuffing volunteer event, and thanked staff and community members for their participation in the meeting.

City Attorney Sonia Carvalho reminded Councilmembers that a 90-day pre-election memorandum had been distributed outlining applicable campaign rules, restrictions on the use of public resources, and guidance regarding campaign materials and social media, and encouraged Councilmembers to review the memorandum and contact her with any questions.

ADJOURNMENT – Adjourn the City Council meeting.

MINUTES: Mayor Amezcua adjourned the City Council Meeting at 10:20 P.M.

Respectfully submitted:
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Jennifer L. Hall, CMC
City Clerk
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Finance and Management Services
www.santa-ana.gov/finance
Item # 7
City of Santa Ana
20 Civic Center Plaza, Santa Ana, CA 92701
Staff Report
August 4, 2026
TOPIC: Quarterly Report of Contracts Awarded by the City Manager

AGENDA TITLE
Quarterly Report of Contracts for Non-Public Works and Public Works

RECOMMENDED ACTION
Receive and file Quarterly Report of Contracts entered into between April 1, 2026 to June 30, 2026 up to $50,000 for Non-Public Works and up to $500,000 for Public Works authorized by the City Manager as permitted by Charter Section 421.

GOVERNMENT CODE §84308 APPLIES: No

DISCUSSION
Section 421 of the Charter requires the City Manager to submit a Quarterly Report (Report) to the City Council disclosing all contracts approved and executed under his authority for informational purposes. The Report is required to include the names of the contractors and the amounts of each contract along with a brief description.

Section 2-748 provides the City Manager contracting authority to enter into non-public works contracts and agreements up to $50,000 and public works contracts and agreements up to $500,000.

Exhibit 1 is a listing of all purchase orders and agreements entered into during the period April 1, 2026 to June 30, 2026, valued at amounts between $500 and $50,000 for nonpublic works expenditures, and up to $500,000 for public works contracts and agreements. Upon City Council approval, the list of City Manager authorized contracts will be published on the City’s website in a searchable format.

ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT
There is no environmental impact associated with this action.

FISCAL IMPACT
There is no fiscal impact associated with this action.

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Quarterly Report of Contracts
August 4, 2026

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1. Quarterly Report of Contracts – April 1, 2026 to June 30, 2026 Submitted By: Alexander Trinidad, Executive Director Finance and Management Services Agency
Approved By: Alvaro Nuñez, City Manager
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No. Date Vendor Name Type Number Agency Amount Description1 04/01/2026 ANGELS BASEBALL LP PO 128291 PRCS $ 531.00 BASEBALL GAME TICKETS, 6/24/262 04/01/2026 ANGELS BASEBALL LP PO 128292 PRCS $ 665.00 BASEBALL GAME TICKETS, 5/9/20263 04/01/2026 CAMELOT GOLFLAND PO 128293 PRCS $ 672.00 CAMELOT GOLFLAND TICKETS 4 04/02/2026 NATEC INTERNATIONAL INC PO 128297 PWA $ 2,943.00 EMPLOYEE TRAINING 5 04/02/2026 TK BURGERS CATERING INC PO 128298 HR $ 9,968.18 PUBLIC SERVICE WEEK LUNCH 6 04/02/2026 FISHBOWL SOLUTIONS LLC PO 128295 PWA $ 11,700.00 ANNUAL SUBSCRIPTION RENEWAL 7 04/02/2026 SITEONE LANDSCAPE SUPPLY LLC PO 128296 PWA $ 14,440.07 STRONGBOX BACKFLOW ENCLOSURES (9) 8 04/03/2026 JH TECNOLOGIES INC PO 128299 POL $ 598.00 FORENSICS MICROSCOPE MAINTENANCE SERVICES 9 04/03/2026 CAL VALVE INC PO 128300 PWA $ 38,863.12 PARTS FOR BACKFLOW PROJECTS 10 04/07/2026 ASSOCIATED BAG COMPANY PO 128307 POL $ 954.66 EVIDENCE BAGS 11 04/07/2026 LYNN PEAVEY COMPANY PO 128304 POL $ 2,212.97 BOOKING SUPPLIES 12 04/07/2026 INDUSTRIAL SAFETY PRODUCTS PO 128305 PWA $ 5,465.71 CONFINED SPACE INSPECTION EQUIPMENT13 04/07/2026 AIR FILTER SUPPLY INC PO 128306 POL $ 6,970.15 HVAC FILTERS14 04/07/2026 PRIME TECH CABINETS, INC. AG N-2025-282-01 CDA $ 9,020.00 ON-THE-JOB TRAINING15 04/07/2026 KAESER COMPRESSORS INC PO 128302 POL $ 13,645.05 ROTARY SCREW COMPRESSOR 16 04/08/2026 STRAPS UNLIMITED INC PO 128308 POL $ 684.21 RESTRAINT DEVICES & MESH BAGS 17 04/08/2026 QUILL LLC PO 128312 CDA $ 835.96 SOFTWARE LICENSE18 04/08/2026 ZOHO CORPORATION PO 128311 IT $ 10,058.00 AD MANAGER PLUS PROFESSIONAL EDITOR 19 04/09/2026 ARCHIE'S ICE CREAM AG N-2026-080 LIB $ 10,000.00 CATERING20 04/09/2026 BARTS CARTS AG N-2026-081 LIB $ 20,000.00 CATERING21 04/09/2026 RCS INVESTIGATIONS & CONSULTING AG N-2026-084 POL $ 25,000.00 BACKGROUND INVESTIGATIONS22 04/09/2026 BENEVATE, LLC. AG N-2026-083 CDA $ 48,200.00 GRANT MANAGEMENT SOFTWARE 23 04/09/2026 PRECISION CONCRETE CUTTING AG N-2026-079 PWA $ 50,000.00 SIDEWALK REMEDIATION AND ASSESSMENT SERVICES 24 04/13/2026 A'S CONSTRUCTION PO 128322 PWA $ 650.00 SANTA ANITA POOL GATE MAINTENANCE25 04/13/2026 BOOMERS PO 128326 PRCS $ 758.77 BOOMERS TICKETS 26 04/13/2026 SCHOOL ZONE PUBLISHING PO 128317 LIB $ 937.37 MATH BOOKS 27 04/13/2026 K-LOG INC PO 128321 CAO $ 2,031.77 CHAIRS (9) 28 04/13/2026 K-LOG INC PO 128324 CAO $ 2,365.31 CONFERENCE TABLE 29 04/13/2026 OUTDOOR CREATIONS INC PO 128319 PWA $ 4,970.88 TRASH BAGS (65) PACKS30 04/13/2026 KNOTTS BERRY FARM PO 128325 PRCS $ 5,944.00 KNOTT'S SOAK CITY TICKETS 31 04/13/2026 COSTAR REALTY INFORMATION INC PO 128316 CDA $ 10,392.24 COSTAR SOFTWARE SUBSCRIPTION 32 04/14/2026 ULINE INC PO 128332 POL $ 3,572.48 HEAVY DUTY STORAGE CABINETS (3) 33 04/14/2026 DURATECH USA INC PO 128329 POL $ 3,588.86 KEYBOARDS (15) 34 04/14/2026 EASYVISTA, INC. PO 128327 POL $ 5,844.00 ANNUAL SOFTWARE MAINTENANCE RENEWAL35 04/14/2026 ORIGINAL WATERMEN INC PO 128330 PRCS $ 9,951.79 AQUATICS UNIFORMS 36 04/15/2026 WATER SAFETY PRODUCTS INC PO 128336 PRCS $ 12,886.79 ACQUATICS WATER SAFETY SUPPLIES 37 04/16/2026 U S POSTMASTER PO 128337 PRCS $ 10,000.00 CULTURA CONNECTION GUIDE POSTAGE 38 04/16/2026 WESTERN WATER WORKS SUPPLY CO PO 128339 PWA $ 14,765.79 BACKFLOW PREVENTER DEVICES 39 04/17/2026 3SI SECURITY SYSTEMS INC PO 128340 POL $ 737.44 GPS TRACKING DEVICE REPLACEMENT 40 04/17/2026 PLAYERS CHOICE PO 128343 PWA $ 3,564.97 CAST PLAQUE SISTER CITIES MURAL Quarterly Report of Contracts: April 1, 2026 to June 30, 2026 City Council 7 – 3
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Quarterly Report of Contracts: April 1, 2026 to June 30, 2026 41 04/17/2026 TUSTIN AWARDS INC PO 128344 PRCS $ 8,331.39 AWARDS, PLAQUES, TROPHIES & MEDALS 42 04/17/2026 UNISHIELD PO 128346 HR $ 9,098.83 FIRST AID SUPPLIES KITS 43 04/20/2026 GLOBAL EQUIPMENT COMPANY INC PO 128354 POL $ 1,800.54 REFRIGERATOR 44 04/20/2026 ZOHO CORPORATION PO 128352 IT $ 2,080.00 MANAGEENGINE SOFTWARE 45 04/20/2026 ZORO PO 128349 PWA $ 14,580.51 VARIOUS MAINTENANCE TOOLS 46 04/20/2026 INTERNATIONAL E-Z UP INC PO 128355 PWA $ 14,937.21 CANOPIES (3) 47 04/20/2026 ENGLANDER KNABE ALLEN & ASSOCIATES AG N-2026-091 CAO $ 15,000.00 MEDIATION SERVICES48 04/20/2026 C WELLS PIPELINE MATERIALS INC PO 128350 PWA $ 18,022.97 BACKFLOW SUPPLIES 49 04/21/2026 APPLE INC PO 128356 LIB $ 2,363.71 COMPUTER FOR DELHI LIBRARY 50 04/21/2026 B&H PHOTO-VIDEO PO 128357 LIB $ 3,765.30 3D PRINTER 51 04/22/2026 NEWEGG BUSINESS INC PO 128364 LIB $ 633.64 BROTHER SEWING & EMBROIDERY MACHINE 52 04/22/2026 S&S WORLDWIDE INC PO 128363 POL $ 1,885.39 PAAL SUMMER PROGRAM SUPPLIES 53 04/22/2026 TU LUC BOOKSTORE PO 128362 LIB $ 3,214.94 VIETNAMESE BOOKS 54 04/22/2026 SPRINGSHARE, LLC. AG N-2026-093 LIB $ 7,000.00 PATRON POINT SUBSCRIPTION 55 04/22/2026 ZONES LLC PO 128358 IT $ 7,617.04 ANNUAL SUBSCRIPTION RENEWAL 56 04/22/2026 YOUNG REMBRANDTS NORTH OC AG N-2025-135-01 PRCS $ 25,000.00 ART PROGRAMMING57 04/22/2026 APTUS COURT REPORTING, LLC AG N-2025-003-01 CAO $ 50,000.00 LEGAL SUPPORT SERVICES 58 04/22/2026 EVIDENT ID, INC. AG N-2026-092 HR $ 50,000.00 SUBSCRIPTION FOR INSURANCE DOCUMENT DATA SYSTEM59 04/27/2026 S&S WORLDWIDE INC PO 128367 LIB $ 688.65 SUMMER PROGRAM60 04/27/2026 HOLY CONCHA BAKERY PO 128371 PWA $ 988.00 CATERING, PUBLIC SERVICE WEEK61 04/27/2026 SKY ZONE SANTA ANA PO 128370 POL $ 1,319.20 SKY ZONE TRIP FOR PAAL SUMMER EXCURSION PROGRAM62 04/27/2026 DEMCO INC PO 128368 LIB $ 1,861.44 BOOKS FOR THE DELHI LIBRARY 63 04/27/2026 ULINE INC PO 128366 POL $ 2,541.70 WORKBENCH & STORAGE TABLE64 04/28/2026 B&H PHOTO-VIDEO PO 128377 CAO $ 1,087.03 DOCUMENT SCANNER 65 04/28/2026 GOVERNMENT CONSULTING PARTNERS AG N-2026-094 PWA $ 44,500.00 CALTRANS REIMBURSEMENT 66 04/28/2026 ASIAN AMERICANS ADVANCING JUSTICE AG N-2026-095 CMO $ 50,000.00 IMMIGRATION DEFENSE SERVICES67 04/28/2026 A2Z CONSTRUCT INC AG 26-2603 PWA $ 167,900.00 LILLIE KING PARK BASKETBALL COURT CONSTRUCTION 68 04/29/2026 SUBMITTABLE PO 128385 CDA $ 649.00 GRANT SOFTWARE SUBSCRIPTION RENEWAL 69 04/29/2026 QUILL LLC PO 128379 CDA $ 808.66 SOFTWARE DRAGON PROFESSIONAL70 04/29/2026 SOURCE GRAPHICS PO 128382 IT $ 1,434.07 LARGE FORMAT PRINTER 71 04/29/2026 B&H PHOTO-VIDEO PO 128384 CMO $ 1,835.40 SERVER MANAGEMENT CONSOLE 72 04/29/2026 A'S CONSTRUCTION PO 128378 PWA $ 4,940.55 CITY HALL 8TH FLOOR GLASS INSTALL 73 04/29/2026 DANCE ARTS ACADEMY FOUNDATION AG N-2026-098 CDA $ 6,750.00 DONATION AGREEMENT PRODUCE PERFORMANCE SHOWCASE74 04/29/2026 LIGHTNING YOUTH ACADEMY AG N-2026-097 PRCS $ 15,000.00 FITNESS AND HEALTH CLASSES 75 04/29/2026 SUTTER, KATHERINE AG N-2025-134-01 PRCS $ 25,000.00 DANCE PROGRAMMING76 04/29/2026 APOLLO WOOD RECOVERY INC PO 128380 PWA $ 25,290.98 PLAYFIBER WOOD CHIPS FOR (6) PLAYGROUNDS 77 04/30/2026 WEST COAST SAND & GRAVEL INC PO 128388 PRCS $ 1,645.31 STABILIZED DECOMPOSED GRANITE 78 04/30/2026 JOSHUA BOBROVE PHOTOGRAPHY AG N-2026-099 PWA $ 50,000.00 COMMERCIAL PHOTOGRAPHY SERVICES 79 05/01/2026 TU LUC BOOKSTORE PO 128389 LIB $ 3,214.94 VIETNAMESE BOOKS 80 05/01/2026 KIDSINGERS AG N-2026-102 CDA $ 4,375.00 DONATION AGREEMENT "KIDSINGERS SPRING CONCERT"81 05/01/2026 OC CHILDREN'S THERAPEUTIC ARTS CENTER AG N-2026-104 CDA $ 5,350.00 DONATION AGREEMENT "2026 COMMUNITY PARTNERS" City Council 7 – 4
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Quarterly Report of Contracts: April 1, 2026 to June 30, 2026 82 05/01/2026 SOUL ON FIRE DANCE, LLC. AG N-2026-101 CDA $ 8,000.00 DONATION AGREEMENT "SANTA ANA PRIDE"83 05/01/2026 HERITAGE MUSEUM OF ORANGE COUNTY AG N-2026-103 CDA $ 8,125.00 DONATION AGREEMENT "THE POW WOW" 84 05/04/2026 BOMBER EYEWEAR PO 128399 PWA $ 3,687.19 BOMBER SAFETY GLASSES 85 05/04/2026 COASTLINE SHADES PO 128391 PWA $ 5,107.19 BLINDS86 05/04/2026 OUTDOOR CREATIONS INC PO 128396 PWA $ 9,548.45 GRILLS WITH LIDS (4), MEMORIAL & PORTOLA PARKS87 05/04/2026 BRI COMMUNICATIONS PO 128393 PWA $ 9,600.00 ADVERTISEMENT SPACE 88 05/04/2026 CORE & MAIN LP PO 128392 PWA $ 10,733.74 FLOWIQ METERS (10)89 05/05/2026 GENERATOR SUPERCENTER OF GREATER OC PO 128402 PWA $ 587.00 GENERATOR REPAIR, FIRE STATION 70 90 05/05/2026 EVERON LLC PO 128404 PRCS $ 875.00 PERMIT AT SANTA ANA ZOO CAFE91 05/05/2026 KRUSE FEED & SUPPLY INC PO 128401 PRCS $ 5,769.86 ANIMAL FEED & SUPPLIES 92 05/05/2026 PURPLEAIR INC PO 128406 PBA $ 7,353.52 AIR QUALITY MONITORS93 05/05/2026 ADVANTAGE PO 128405 PRCS $ 14,878.24 LIBRARY PRINT SERVICES94 05/05/2026 G&S CARPET MILLS INC PO 128403 PWA $ 67,025.00 FLOOR REPLACEMENT & ABATEMENT, FIRE STATION 7595 05/06/2026 APPLE INC PO 128417 LIB $ 726.87 IPAD96 05/06/2026 BSN SPORTS LLC PO 128419 PWA $ 999.64 STADIUM CUSHIONS 97 05/06/2026 GOLDEN STATE AUDIO VIDEO PO 128412 CAO $ 3,076.63 A/V SET-UP 98 05/06/2026 GOLDEN STATE AUDIO VIDEO PO 128411 CAO $ 9,783.29 TV AND A/V INSTALL 99 05/06/2026 AMERICA TRUCK DRIVING PO 128414 PWA $ 13,335.00 CDL CLASS B TRAINING (3) PARTICIPANTS100 05/11/2026 UNITED WAY OF ORANGE COUNTY PO 128431 CDA $ 750.00 SOFTWARE MEMBERSHIP RENEWAL 101 05/11/2026 ACCO BRANDS USA LLC PO 128430 FMS $ 964.33 LAMINATING POUCHES 102 05/11/2026 THE CASTLE PRESS PO 128429 FMS $ 3,827.03 CERTIFICATES OF RECOGNITION103 05/12/2026 AM-TEC TOTAL SECURITY INC PO 128432 PRCS $ 7,813.41 SANTA ANA ZOO ACCESS CONTROL SYSTEM 104 05/12/2026 THE FRIDA CINEMA AG N-2026-106 CDA $ 8,333.00 DONATION AGREEMENT "ABC: ART HOUSE FAMILY FAVORITES" 105 05/12/2026 RANA, MEERA-MICHELLE AG N-2026-107 PRCS $ 10,000.00 YOGA AND FITNESS CLASSES106 05/12/2026 DEL HOYO, ROBERTO AG N-2026-108 CDA $ 20,000.00 MURAL RESTORATION 107 05/13/2026 RR DONNELLEY PO 128437 FMS $ 4,720.47 PAPER (40 CASES)108 05/13/2026 A2Z CONSTRUCT INC PO 128439 PWA $ 31,000.00 RENOVATE CITY HALL 7TH FLOOR109 05/13/2026 STERLING CORPORATE CUSTOM PO 128436 PWA $ 39,807.00 JAIL ELEVATORS INTERIOR FLOORING REPLACEMENT 110 05/14/2026 WILD WONDERS AG N-2026-110 LIB $ 575.00 SPEAKER/PERFORMER FOR EDUCATIONAL ANIMAL PROGRAM 111 05/14/2026 GRAFFITI SHIELD INC PO 128444 PRCS $ 1,391.10 INSTALL OTTER GLASS ENCLOSURE112 05/14/2026 HURLEY, PATRICK AG N-2026-113 PRCS $ 10,000.00 GUITAR LESSONS 113 05/14/2026 RICHARD THE MAGICIAN AG N-2026-111 PRCS $ 20,000.00 LIVE MAGIC SHOWS 114 05/15/2026 SOURCE GRAPHICS PO 128445 PRCS $ 3,354.53 EQUIPMENT MAINTENANCE SERVICE115 05/15/2026 B&H PHOTO-VIDEO PO 128449 CMO $ 3,911.63 AUDIO VIDEO EQUIPMENT 116 05/15/2026 B&H PHOTO-VIDEO PO 128450 CMO $ 4,810.61 AUDIO VIDEO EQUIPMENT117 05/19/2026 CORNERSTONE COMMUNICATIONS AG N-2024-044-01 POL $ 5,000.00 STRATEGIC COMMUNICATION118 05/19/2026 BODY & BRAIN YOGA AND HEALTH CENTERS AG N-2026-115 PRCS $ 10,000.00 YOGA AND FITNESS CLASSES119 05/19/2026 CHIVARI LLC PO 128455 PRCS $ 14,599.67 EVENT EQUIPMENT 120 05/19/2026 TORRES, MARTIN AG N-2026-114 PRCS $ 25,000.00 KARATE DO KIAI CLASSES121 05/20/2026 LIVEVIEW TECHNOLOGIES INC PO 128456 PWA $ 5,025.50 LVT SOLAR POWER UNIT SUBSCRIPTION 122 05/21/2026 K-LOG INC PO 128459 CAO $ 1,454.49 CONFERENCE TABLE City Council 7 – 5
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Quarterly Report of Contracts: April 1, 2026 to June 30, 2026 123 05/21/2026 A'S CONSTRUCTION PO 128462 PWA $ 49,879.55 CONCRETE SLAB INSTALLATION 124 05/25/2026 MADISON AI AG N-2026-122 CAO $ 12,000.00 KNOWLEDGE ASSISTANT LICENSING AGREEMENT125 05/26/2026 B&H PHOTO-VIDEO PO 128465 POL $ 1,088.30 TELEVISION AND TV CART126 05/26/2026 LANMOR SERVICES PO 128463 PWA $ 2,979.89 CARD READER INSTALLATION127 05/26/2026 ALL SECURITY ENFORCEMENT TRAINING AG N-2026-116 POL $ 49,000.00 CORRECTIONS TRAINING 128 05/27/2026 SMART CARE EQUIPMENT SOLUTIONS PO 128466 POL $ 3,827.21 JAIL KITCHEN OVEN REPAIR129 05/27/2026 MAKAI SOLUTIONS PO 128467 PWA $ 6,930.00 AUTOMOTIVE LIFT SERVICE 130 05/27/2026 VERDEK LLC PO 128470 PWA $ 114,883.25 INSTALLATION OF EV CHARGING STATIONS AT SARTC (10)131 05/27/2026 VERDEK LLC PO 128469 PWA $ 121,559.41 INSTALLATION OF EV CHARGING STATIONS AT CITY YARD (10)132 05/28/2026 SHOWTIME BALLET COMPANY AG N-2026-119 CDA $ 6,833.00 DONATION AGREEMENT "AN ORANGE COUNTY NUTCRACKER" 133 05/28/2026 THE CAMBODIAN FAMILY AG N-2026-118 CDA $ 7,000.00 DONATION AGREEMENT "2026 CAMBODIAN NEW YEAR CELEBRATION"134 05/28/2026 VIETNAMESE AMERICAN ARTS AND LETTERS AG N-2026-120 CDA $ 7,333.00 DONATION AGREEMENT PLAN AND PRESENT VIET FILM FEST135 05/28/2026 ENVIRONMENTAL SYSTEMS RESEARCH PO 128475 IT $ 7,515.00 ESRI RENEWAL 136 05/28/2026 BANANAAH, LLC AG N-2026-117 CDA $ 11,925.00 RENTAL ASSISTANCE 137 05/28/2026 BSN SPORTS LLC PO 128473 PWA $ 19,208.70 BLEACHERS FOR PORTOLA PARK138 05/28/2026 SOCAL DRUM PARTY, LLC AG N-2026-121 PRCS $ 20,000.00 SPECIAL ENTERTAINMENT FOR VARIOUS CITY EVENTS139 05/28/2026 ENVIRONMENTAL SYSTEMS RESEARCH PO 128474 IT $ 37,357.00 ESRI RENEWAL140 05/29/2026 ORANGE COUNTY HERITAGE COUNCIL AG N-2026-126 CDA $ 2,667.00 DONATION AGREEMENT "ROOTS IN THE BLOCK" 141 05/29/2026 ART SPREAD AG N-2026-128 CDA $ 3,500.00 DONATION AGREEMENT "CULTURE MEETS CANVAS"142 05/29/2026 BRUKE, DEBORAH AG N-2026-127 CDA $ 4,333.00 DONATION AGREEMENT "BLACK AND BROWN IN THE OC / 714 UNITY DAY" 143 05/29/2026 MUSICIANS' CLUB OF ORANGE COUNTY AG N-2026-129 CDA $ 8,167.00 DONATION AGREEMENT "LOCAL 7 OPEN HOUSE" 144 05/29/2026 CONTRACTSAFE LLC PO 128476 PWA $ 9,360.54 CONTRACTSAFE SUBSCRIPTION RENEWAL 145 05/29/2026 DESIGN PATH STUDIO AG N-2026-125 PBA $ 10,000.00 PRE-APPROVAL ACCESSORY DWELLING UNIT PLANS146 05/29/2026 TRIMBLE INC. AG N-2026-123 PWA $ 50,000.00 CITYWORKS SOFTWARE FOR ASSET MANAGEMENT147 06/01/2026 HABITATMAP INC PO 128477 PBA $ 1,141.66 AIR QUALITY MONITORS 148 06/01/2026 OCDAP AG N-2026-130 IT $ 10,000.00 2026 AERIAL IMAGERY 151 06/01/2026 PAPER RECYCLING & SHREDDING AG 9829 CITYWIDE 15,000.00 $ SHREDDING SERVICES152 06/01/2026 SUN PAC STORAGE CONTAINERS INC AG 9906 CITYWIDE 15,000.00 $ STORAGE CONTAINER RENTAL 153 06/03/2026 PAYOMKAWICHUM KAAMALAM AG N-2026-133 PWA $ 30,000.00 NATIVE AMERICAN MONITORING SERVICES154 06/08/2026 FRANCE MEDIA INC PO 128483 CDA $ 3,500.00 AD IN SHOPPING CENTERS TODAY155 06/09/2026 PADILLA, DENNYS DIAZ AG N-2026-135 PRCS $ 25,000.00 FOLKORICO DANCE CLASSES 156 06/09/2026 THE HOWARD E. NYHART CO., INC. AG N-2026-134 FMS $ 39,000.00 ACTUARIAL VALUATION SERVICES FOR OPEB 157 06/11/2026 DAVALOS, MAYRA AG N-2026-139 PRCS $ 10,000.00 GARDEN WORKSHOP CLASSES 158 06/11/2026 THE RINKS FOUNDATION AG N-2026-138 PRCS $ 25,000.00 ICE SKATING CLASSES159 06/11/2026 JACOB GREEN & ASSOCIATES, INC. AG N-2026-137 CAO $ 25,000.00 STRATEGIC PLANNING SERVICES160 06/12/2026 B&H PHOTO-VIDEO PO 128486 CDA $ 3,424.14 DOCUMENT SCANNERS (3) 161 06/15/2026 EBSCO PO 128487 LIB $ 4,825.18 PUBLICATION INSTYLE - SPANISH ED 162 06/18/2026 ARTSY101 LLC AG N-2026-144 CDA $ 4,855.00 DONATION AGREEMENT "ARTE EN COMUNIDAD SERIES 3"163 06/18/2026 AASCSC AG N-2026-145 LIB $ 15,000.00 ENTERTAINMENT CONSULTING 164 06/18/2026 FUN SKATEBOARDING CAMP LLC AG N-2026-146 PRCS $ 15,000.00 SKATEBOARDING CLASSES 165 06/18/2026 WEBSEDGE LTD PO 128496 PWA $ 27,300.00 PRODUCTION OF FILM City Council 7 – 6
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Quarterly Report of Contracts: April 1, 2026 to June 30, 2026 166 06/18/2026 CITY OF GARDEN GROVE AG N-2026-143 PWA 91,617.35 $ COOPERATIVE COST REIMBURSEMENT AGREEMENT167 06/22/2026 TK BURGERS CATERING INC PO 128497 PRCS 2,254.37 $ TK BURGERS CATERING168 06/22/2026 ADLERHORST INTERNATIONAL, LLC AG N-2026-147 POL 49,900.00 $ K-9 TRAINING AND BOARDING SERVICES 169 06/22/2026 BRUCE ANDERSON ENTERPRISES INC. AG 26-6001 & 26-6002 PWA 204,444.00 $ CIVIC CENTER WAYFINDING PROJECT170 06/23/2026 CIVIC CALLING CORPORATION AG N-2026-148 HR 42,000.00 $ CLASSIFICATION AND COMPENSATION ANALYSIS171 06/24/2026 SUSAN CASE INC PO 128498 PBA 15,715.10 $ MASS MAIL ORDER - HEARING NOTICE172 06/29/2026 MAGDALENO, VALERIE AG N-2025-188-01 CMO 5,000.00 $ COUNCIL AIDE FOR COUNCILMEMBER LOPEZ 173 06/29/2026 NATIONAL TESTING NETWORK AG N-2026-149 POL 6,250.00 $ TESTING MEMBERSHIP SERVICES Total this period $ 2,694,023.98
Total fiscal year budget $ 709,788,335.00Percentage of budget amount 0.38% Agency/DepartmentCity Attorney’s Office (CAO)Clerk of the Council (COC)City Manager’s Office (CMO)Community Development (CDA)CitywideFinance & Management Services (FMS)Human Resources (HR)Information Technology (IT)Library (LIB) Parks, Rec. & Comm. Services (PRCS)Planning and Building (PBA)Police (POL)Public Works (PWA)Total $ 13,904,502.34 2,694,023.98 $ $ 480,247.68 34,210.28 $ $ 1,375,870.26 186,420.16 $ $ 6,294,470.93 1,413,142.16 $ $ 401,848.28 76,061.11 $ $ 335,703.48 74,807.04 $ $ 1,829,786.45 337,322.23 $
$ 770,500.00
$ 208,202.29 48,511.83 $ $ 381,330.12 111,067.01 $ $ 30,000.00$ 740,602.36 195,126.00 $ Total This Quarter Fiscal Year-to-Date
$ 380,419.11 121,798.52 $ $ - - $ $ 705,521.38 65,557.64 $ City Council 7 – 7
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Human Resources Department
www.santa-ana.gov/HR
Item # 8
City of Santa Ana
20 Civic Center Plaza, Santa Ana, CA 92701
Staff Report
August 4, 2026
TOPIC: Report of Settlements of Claims Awarded by the City Manager, City Attorney, and Executive Director of Human Resources

AGENDA TITLE
Report of Settlements for General Liability Claims and Worker’s Compensation Claims

RECOMMENDED ACTION
Receive and file Report of Settlements entered into between April 1, 2026 to June 30, 2026 up to $50,000 for General Liability Claims and up to $150,000 for Worker’s Compensation Claims authorized by the City Manager, City Attorney, and Human Resources Director as permitted by City Council Resolution 2018-045.

GOVERNMENT CODE §84308 APPLIES: No

DISCUSSION
City Council Resolution 2018-045 requires the Executive Director of Human Resources to submit a Quarterly Report (Report) to the City Council disclosing all settlements approved and executed under the authority of the City Manager, City Attorney, and Executive Director of Human Resources for informational purposes. The Report is required to include the names of the claimant and the amounts of each settlement along with a brief description.

City Council Resolution 2018-045 authorizes the Executive Director of Human Resources, City Attorney, and City Manager to allow, compromise, or settle liability claims and/or pending litigation against the City for up to fifty thousand dollars ($50,000). It also provides the Executive Director of Human Resources authority to compromise or settle workers’ compensation claims up to one hundred and fifty thousand dollars ($150,000) with the approval of the City Attorney and City Manager.

The exhibits contain listings of all settlements entered into during the period April 1, 2026 to June 30, 2026, valued at amounts up to $50,000 for liability claims (Exhibit 1), and up to $150,000 for Worker’s Compensation settlements (Exhibit 2). The names of employees receiving Worker’s Compensation settlements have been removed from the list for confidentiality reasons.

City Council 8 – 1 8/4/2026
Report of Settlements
August 4, 2026

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ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT
There is no environmental impact associated with this action.

FISCAL IMPACT
There is no fiscal impact associated with this action.

EXHIBIT(S)

1. Quarterly Report of General Liability Settlements – April 1, 2026 to June 30, 2026

2. Quarterly Report of Worker’s Compensation Settlements – April 1, 2026 to June 30, 2026
Submitted By: Lori Schnaider, Executive Director of Human Resources Approved By: Alvaro Nuñez, City Manager
City Council 8 – 2 8/4/2026
No. Date CLAIMANT Claim Number Department Payment Description AMOUNT 1 4/8/2026 Oeng, Sure Kim 26-191825 Public Works Property Damage 504 $ 2 4/20/2026 Zaragoza, Kevin 26-191205 Public Works Property Damage 380 $ 3 4/22/2026 Anaya, Arlene 25-190115 Public Works Property Damage 400 $ 4 4/27/2026 Pham, Taylor Ngoc 26-191807 Public Works Property Damage 228 $ 5 5/11/2026 Cisneros, Luis 26-192100 Police Property Damage 2,117 $ 6 5/12/2026 Pineda, Andrew 26-192320 Public Works Property Damage 1,334 $ 7 5/18/2026 Ramirez, Daniel 23-176165 Public Works Bodily Injury 50,000 $ 8 5/25/2026 Nguyen, Julie 26-191859 Public Works Property Damage 25 $ 9 6/2/2026 Allstate Ins Co 26-191078 Police Property Damage 1,686 $ 10 6/17/2026 Progressive Ins 24-178407 Planning & Building Property Damage 1,493 $ 11 6/22/2026 Garcia, Roberto 24-176783 Human Resources Employment Liability 50,000 $ 12 6/22/2026 Orozco, Carlos 26-192945 Public Works Property Damage 200 $ Quarterly Report of General Liability Settlements: April 1, 2026 to June 30, 2026 City Council 8 – 3 8/4/2026
No. Date Settlement Type Claim Number Department Claim Type Settlement Amount 1 4/8/2026 Stipulated Award 25-185678 Police Indemnity/Future Medical 3,480 $ 2 4/13/2026 Stipulated Award 163-15-0179 Police Indemnity/Future Medical 8,773 $ 3 4/13/2026 Stipulated Award 22-163428 Police Indemnity/Future Medical 870 $ 4 4/13/2026 Stipulated Award 22-165285 Police Indemnity/Future Medical 72,500 $ 5 4/13/2026 Stipulated Award 24-177391 Police Indemnity/Future Medical 1,740 $ 6 4/14/2026 Compromise & Release 19-143411, 20-150845 CDA Indemnity 25,000 $ 7 4/23/2026 Stipulated Award 22-160607 Police Indemnity/Future Medical 18,995 $ 8 4/28/2026 Stipulated Award 25-186323 Police Indemnity/Future Medical 6,960 $ 9 4/30/2026 Stipulated Award 25-186213 Police Indemnity/Future Medical 12,226 $ 10 5/6/2026 Stipulated Award 24-177482 Police Indemnity/Future Medical 7,830 $ 11 5/8/2026 Stipulated Award 24-182599 Police Indemnity/Future Medical 4,350 $ 12 5/11/2026 Stipulated Award 25-185302 Police Indemnity/Future Medical 78,663 $ 13 5/12/2026 Stipulated Award 25-184557 Police Indemnity/Future Medical 1,740 $ 14 5/12/2026 Stipulated Award 25-186026 Public Works Future Medical - $ 15 5/12/2026 Stipulated Award 25-186156 Police Indemnity/Future Medical 29,218 $ 16 5/14/2026 Stipulated Award 25-184300 Police Indemnity/Future Medical 1,740 $ 17 5/18/2026 Stipulated Award 25-189859 Police Indemnity/Future Medical 37,990 $ 18 5/26/2026 Compromise & Release 22-165988 Police Indemnity 125,000 $ 19 6/3/2026 Stipulated Award 24-178954 Police Indemnity/Future Medical 4,350 $ 20 6/5/2026 Stipulated Award 24-182855 Police Indemnity/Future Medical 85,623 $ 21 6/10/2026 Stipulated Award 25-186451 PBA Indemnity/Future Medical 3,480 $ 22 6/11/2026 Stipulated Award 20-151891 Police Indemnity/Future Medical 36,178 $ Quarterly Report of Workers' Compensation Settlements: April 1, 2026 to June 30, 2026 City Council 8 – 4 8/4/2026
Human Resources Department
www.santa-ana.gov/HR
Item # 9
City of Santa Ana
20 Civic Center Plaza, Santa Ana, CA 92701
Staff Report
August 4, 2026
TOPIC: Employee Benefits Rates for 2027 Plan Year

AGENDA TITLE
Employee Benefits Rates for 2027 Plan Year

RECOMMENDED ACTION
Receive and file Employee Benefits Rates from January 1, 2027 to December 31, 2027.

GOVERNMENT CODE §84308 APPLIES: No

DISCUSSION
Along with competitive salaries, the City offers a comprehensive benefits package to its employees to ensure their financial and health wellbeing. Benefits costs are either shared between the City and employee as negotiated or borne entirely by the employee as a voluntary benefit. Rates are determined annually each calendar year.

For health insurance, the City contracts directly with CalPERS and is subject to its administration and rates. The 2027 rates for the CalPERS Health Plans for Region 2 (Orange County) will increase between 3.7% to 12.19% depending on plan, with a decrease of 3.5% for the Peace Officers Research Association of California (PORAC) (see Exhibit 1). CalPERS eliminated two (2) UnitedHealthcare plans for 2027 due to excessive renewal cost. The City provides flat dollar amounts for employer contributions to health care based on negotiated agreements with bargaining groups.

The City utilizes the services of Keenan & Associates (Keenan) as its broker for dental insurance, life and accidental death and dismemberment (AD&D) coverage, long-term disability (LTD) insurance, vision insurance, employee assistance program (EAP), and other voluntary benefits and benefits administration. Keenan negotiates terms and rates directly with vendors, as directed by the City, to ensure the most competitive rates and cost containment.

For City contracted benefits, the 2027 rates will either decrease or remain the same (see Exhibit 2). Dental premiums will reduce by 5% to 8%, depending on plan and coverage.

These savings will mostly be realized by the employees, and the City contributions will experience a reduction in some cases. Basic life and AD&D insurance have a reduction City Council 9 – 1 8/4/2026
Employee Benefits Rates for 2027 Plan Year
August 4, 2026

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of 31% and LTD 22%. The City will realize these savings in employer contributions which will total about $62,000.

Employees will have an opportunity to make changes to their benefits during the upcoming 2027 Open Enrollment period between September 14 and October 9, 2026.

ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT
There is no environmental impact associated with this action.

FISCAL IMPACT
For dental insurance, life and AD&D coverage, LTD insurance, vision insurance, EAP, and other voluntary benefits, costs are expected to fit within budget. For health insurance, because the City’s cost is based on a negotiated flat-dollar contribution, any change in cost would result from bargaining group negotiations and is not directly related to rate increases. At this time, no budget adjustment is necessary.

EXHIBIT(S)

1. CalPERS 2027 Region 2 & 3 Premiums for Public Agency and School Members

2. City Employee Benefits Rates 2027
Submitted By: Lori Schnaider, Executive Director of Human Resources Approved By: Alvaro Nuñez, City Manager
City Council 9 – 2 8/4/2026
Attachment 1, Page 5 of 9
July 2026 Board of Administration Offsite2027 Region 2 Premiums Per Subscriber Per Month (PSPM) Public Agency & School Members
Region 2
2026 2027
Single 2-Party Family Single 2-Party Family
HMOAnthem Blue Cross Select HMO $1,016.32 $2,032.64 $2,642.43 $1,140.20 $2,280.40 $2,964.52 12.19%Anthem Blue Cross Traditional HMO $1,158.26 $2,316.52 $3,011.48 $1,263.81 $2,527.62 $3,285.91 9.11%Blue Shield Access+ HMO $1,052.89 $2,105.78 $2,737.51 $1,177.77 $2,355.54 $3,062.20 11.86%Blue Shield EPO $1,052.89 $2,105.78 $2,737.51 $1,177.77 $2,355.54 $3,062.20 11.86%Blue Shield Trio HMO $936.58 $1,873.16 $2,435.11 $971.24 $1,942.48 $2,525.22 3.70%Health Net Salud y Más $879.57 $1,759.14 $2,286.88 $953.15 $1,906.30 $2,478.19 8.37%Kaiser Permanente $987.69 $1,975.38 $2,567.99 $1,030.94 $2,061.88 $2,680.44 4.38%Sharp Performance Plus $916.20 $1,832.40 $2,382.12 $975.21 $1,950.42 $2,535.55 6.44%PPOPERS Gold $956.28 $1,912.56 $2,486.33 $1,010.12 $2,020.24 $2,626.31 5.63%PERS Platinum $1,426.24 $2,852.48 $3,708.22 $1,538.57 $3,077.14 $4,000.28 7.88% 2026 2027
Single 2-Party Family Single 2-Party Family
Medicare AdvantageAnthem Medicare Preferred PPO $571.70 $1,143.40 $1,715.10 $619.25 $1,238.50 $1,857.75 8.32%Blue Shield Medicare Advantage PPO $539.43 $1,078.86 $1,618.29 $619.36 $1,238.72 $1,858.08 14.82%Kaiser Permanente Senior Advantage $356.83 $713.66 $1,070.49 $333.93 $667.86 $1,001.79 -6.42%Kaiser Permanente Senior Advantage Summit $426.31 $852.62 $1,278.93 $391.74 $783.48 $1,175.22 -8.11%Sharp Direct Advantage HMO $291.38 $582.76 $874.14 $320.22 $640.44 $960.66 9.90%UnitedHealthcare Group Medicare Advantage PPO $481.29 $962.58 $1,443.87 $534.00 $1,068.00 $1,602.00 10.95%Medicare SupplementPERS Gold Medicare Supplement $597.57 $1,195.14 $1,792.71 $597.57 $1,195.14 $1,792.71 0.00%PERS Platinum Medicare Supplement $665.50 $1,331.00 $1,996.50 $665.50 $1,331.00 $1,996.50 0.00% Fresno, Imperial, Inyo, Kern, Kings, Madera, Orange, San Diego, San Luis Obispo, Santa Barbara, Tulare and Ventura Basic Plans (B) Percent Change
Medicare Plans (M) Percent Change
City Council 9 – 3 8/4/2026
Attachment 1, Page 7 of 9
July 2026 Board of Administration Offsite2027 Region 3 Premiums Per Subscriber Per Month (PSPM) Public Agency & School Members
Region 3
2026 2027
Single 2-Party Family Single 2-Party Family
HMOAnthem Blue Cross Select HMO $962.68 $1,925.36 $2,502.97 $1,059.06 $2,118.12 $2,753.56 10.01%Anthem Blue Cross Traditional HMO $1,128.53 $2,257.06 $2,934.18 $1,239.02 $2,478.04 $3,221.45 9.79%Blue Shield Access+ HMO $917.91 $1,835.82 $2,386.57 $975.19 $1,950.38 $2,535.49 6.24%Blue Shield Trio HMO $852.56 $1,705.12 $2,216.66 $908.01 $1,816.02 $2,360.83 6.50%Health Net Salud y Más $740.11 $1,480.22 $1,924.29 $801.75 $1,603.50 $2,084.55 8.33%Kaiser Permanente $969.05 $1,938.10 $2,519.53 $1,011.28 $2,022.56 $2,629.33 4.36%PPOPERS Gold $960.03 $1,920.06 $2,496.08 $1,014.50 $2,029.00 $2,637.70 5.67%PERS Platinum $1,431.81 $2,863.62 $3,722.71 $1,549.00 $3,098.00 $4,027.40 8.18% 2026 2027
Single 2-Party Family Single 2-Party Family
Medicare AdvantageAnthem Medicare Preferred PPO $571.70 $1,143.40 $1,715.10 $619.25 $1,238.50 $1,857.75 8.32%Blue Shield Medicare Advantage PPO $539.43 $1,078.86 $1,618.29 $619.36 $1,238.72 $1,858.08 14.82%Kaiser Permanente Senior Advantage $356.83 $713.66 $1,070.49 $333.93 $667.86 $1,001.79 -6.42%Kaiser Permanente Senior Advantage Summit $426.31 $852.62 $1,278.93 $391.74 $783.48 $1,175.22 -8.11%UnitedHealthcare Group Medicare Advantage PPO $481.29 $962.58 $1,443.87 $534.00 $1,068.00 $1,602.00 10.95%Medicare SupplementPERS Gold Medicare Supplement $597.57 $1,195.14 $1,792.71 $597.57 $1,195.14 $1,792.71 0.00%PERS Platinum Medicare Supplement $665.50 $1,331.00 $1,996.50 $665.50 $1,331.00 $1,996.50 0.00% Medicare Plans (M) Percent Change
Los Angeles, Riverside and San Bernardino
Basic Plans (B) Percent Change
City Council 9 – 4 8/4/2026
Association Premiums, Attachment 2, Page 1 of 2
July 2026 Board of Administration Offsite 2027 Association Plan Premiums Per Subscriber Per Month (PSPM) Basic Plans
2026 2027 Percent Change 1 Single 2-Party Family Single 2-Party Family CAHP (Nationwide) $1,041.70 $2,021.31 $2,642.58 $1,166.70 $2,263.87 $2,959.69 12.00% CCPOA North $1,200.25 $2,405.37 $3,247.36 $1,343.68 $2,693.42 $3,636.45 11.95% CCPOA South $989.76 $1,984.32 $2,681.22 $1,107.93 $2,221.84 $3,002.37 11.94% PORAC State $974.00 $1,950.00 $2,534.00 $980.00 $1,975.00 $2,570.00 0.62% PORAC Region 1 $1,063.00 $2,418.00 $3,027.00 $1,095.00 $2,395.00 $3,115.00 3.01% PORAC Region 2 $1,057.00 $2,127.00 $2,708.00 $1,020.00 $2,040.00 $2,650.00 -3.50% PORAC Region 3 $1,057.00 $2,127.00 $2,708.00 $1,020.00 $2,040.00 $2,650.00 -3.50% PORAC Out-of-State $1,206.00 $2,448.00 $2,900.00 $1,300.00 $2,600.00 $3,200.00 7.79% Basic Weighted Average 8.26% Medicare Plans
2026 2027 Percent Change 1 Single 2-Party Family Single 2-Party Family CAHP (Nationwide) $787.79 $1,454.66 $1,850.55 $882.33 $1,629.22 $2,072.62 12.00% CCPOA North (Nationwide) $504.35 $1,003.70 $1,503.05 $597.20 $1,189.40 $1,781.60 18.41% CCPOA South (Nationwide) $504.35 $1,003.70 $1,503.05 $597.20 $1,189.40 $1,781.60 18.41% PORAC State $597.00 $1,322.00 $1,791.00 $640.00 $1,410.00 $1,925.00 7.20% PORAC Region 1 $597.00 $1,322.00 $1,791.00 $640.00 $1,410.00 $1,925.00 7.20% PORAC Region 2 $597.00 $1,322.00 $1,791.00 $640.00 $1,410.00 $1,925.00 7.20% PORAC Region 3 $597.00 $1,322.00 $1,791.00 $640.00 $1,410.00 $1,925.00 7.20% PORAC Out-of-State $597.00 $1,322.00 $1,791.00 $640.00 $1,410.00 $1,925.00 7.20% Medicare Weighted Average 11.47% Total Association Overall Weighted Average 8.59% 1 Percent Change column represents the change based only on single-party premiums from 2026 to 2027.

City Council 9 – 5 8/4/2026
MetLife
Dental PPO 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024 2025 2026 2027
Employee Only $61.33 $61.33 $63.17 $63.17 $65.70 $65.70 $66.35 $60.87 Family $151.03 $151.03 $155.56 $155.56 $161.78 $161.78 $163.40 $149.88 % change (from prior year) 0% 3% 0% 4% 0% 1% -8%
Dental HMO 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024 2025 2026 2027
Employee Only $29.10 $29.10 $29.10 $29.10 $29.10 $29.10 $29.10 $27.65 Family $49.74 $49.74 $49.74 $49.74 $49.74 $49.74 $49.74 $47.25 % change (from prior year) 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% -5%
Vision Plan 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024 2025 2026 2027
Employee Only $8.29 $8.29 $8.29 $8.29 $8.29 $8.29 $8.29 $8.29 Employee + 1 $15.75 $15.75 $15.75 $15.75 $15.75 $15.75 $15.75 $15.75 Family $23.15 $23.15 $23.15 $23.15 $23.15 $23.15 $23.15 $23.15 % change (from prior year) 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0%
Voluntary Life and AD&D 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024 2025 2026 2027 Life per $1,000 age under 30 $0.055 $0.055 $0.055 $0.055 $0.050 $0.050 $0.050 $0.050 Life per $1,000 age 30-34 $0.083 $0.083 $0.083 $0.083 $0.075 $0.075 $0.075 $0.075Life per $1,000 age 35-39 $0.110 $0.110 $0.110 $0.110 $0.099 $0.099 $0.099 $0.090Life per $1,000 age 40-44 $0.166 $0.166 $0.166 $0.166 $0.125 $0.125 $0.125 $0.125Life per $1,000 age 45-49 $0.294 $0.294 $0.294 $0.294 $0.265 $0.265 $0.265 $0.265Life per $1,000 age 50-54 $0.552 $0.552 $0.552 $0.552 $0.497 $0.497 $0.497 $0.497Life per $1,000 age 55-59 $0.672 $0.672 $0.672 $0.672 $0.605 $0.605 $0.605 $0.605Life per $1,000 age 60-64 $1.095 $1.095 $1.095 $1.095 $0.986 $0.986 $0.986 $0.986 Life per $1,000 age 65+ $1.978 $1.978 $1.978 $1.978 $1.780 $1.780 $1.780 $1.780 Child Life per $1,000 $0.100 $0.100 $0.100 $0.100 $0.100 $0.100 $0.100 $0.100 AD&D per $1,000 (all age) $0.030 $0.030 $0.030 $0.030 $0.030 $0.030 $0.030 $0.030 % change (from prior year) 0% 0% 0% -9.09% 0% 0% 0%1
1 -9.09% for age band 35-39
Long Term Disability 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024 2025 2026 2027 FT per $100 earnings $0.37 $0.37 $0.37 $0.37 $0.27 $0.27 $0.27 $0.21 PT eligible employee (flat/month) $15.93 $15.93 $15.93 $15.93 $14.75 $14.75 $14.75 $11.38 % change (from prior year) 0% 0% 0% -27% 0% 0% -22%
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Group Basic Life and AD&D 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024 2025 2026 2027 Life - per $1,000 $0.10 $0.10 $0.10 $0.10 $0.050 $0.050 $0.050 $0.035 AD&D - per $1,000 $0.02 $0.02 $0.02 $0.02 $0.015 $0.015 $0.015 $0.010 Combined $0.122 $0.122 $0.122 $0.122 $0.065 $0.065 $0.065 $0.045 % change (from prior year) 0% 0% 0% -47% 0% 0% -31%
Pet Care Plan 2023 2024 2025 2026 2027
1 Pet $12.50 $15.50 $15.50 $17.50 $17.50
Each Additional $11.30 $14.50 $14.50 $16.50 $16.50
% change (from prior year) 24% 0% 13% 0%
Identity Theft 2023 2024 2025 2026 2027
Employee Only $7.45 $7.45 $7.45 $7.45 $7.45
Employee + Family $14.05 $14.05 $14.05 $14.05 $14.05
% change (from prior year) 0% 0% 0% 0%
Legal Plan 2025 2026 2027
Employee Only $18.85 $18.85 $18.85
% change (from prior year) 0% 0%
Combination Identity & Legal 2025 2026 2027
Employee Only $25.30 $25.30 $25.30
Employee + Family $30.90 $30.90 $30.90
% change (from prior year) 0% 0%
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Employee Assistance Program 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024 2025 2026 2027 Per FT Employee $1.85 $1.85 $1.85 $1.85 $1.85 $1.85 $1.85 $0.00 Per PT Employee $1.25 $1.25 $1.25 $1.25 $1.25 $1.25 $1.25 $0.60 % change (from prior year) 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% -52% to -100% 2 Standard's EAP provider Health Advocate
REACH
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Plan Coverage 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024 2025 2026 2027
Employee Only $654.04 $674.69 $712.43 $765.37 $807.71 $919.00 $1,016.32 $1,140.20 Employee +1 $1,308.08 $1,349.38 $1,424.86 $1,530.74 $1,615.42 $1,838.00 $2,032.64 $2,280.40 Employee 2+ $1,700.50 $1,754.19 $1,852.32 $1,989.96 $2,100.05 $2,389.40 $2,642.43 $2,964.52 % change (from prior year) 3.16% 5.59% 7.43% 5.53% 13.78% 10.59% 12.19% Employee Only $934.95 $1,046.04 $1,007.13 $935.12 $1,034.38 $1,110.97 $1,158.26 $1,263.81 Employee +1 $1,869.90 $2,092.08 $2,014.26 $1,870.24 $2,068.76 $2,221.94 $2,316.52 $2,527.62Employee 2+ $2,430.87 $2,719.70 $2,618.54 $2,431.31 $2,689.39 $2,888.52 $3,011.48 $3,285.91 % change (from prior year) 11.88% -3.72% -7.15% 10.61% 7.40% 4.26% 9.11% Employee Only $909.87 $938.96 $900.22 $842.61 $869.14 $948.53 $1,052.89 $1,177.77 Employee +1 $1,819.74 $1,877.92 $1,800.44 $1,685.22 $1,738.28 $1,897.06 $2,105.78 $2,355.54Employee 2+ $2,365.66 $2,441.30 $2,340.57 $2,190.79 $2,259.76 $2,466.18 $2,737.51 $3,062.20 % change (from prior year) 3.20% -4.13% -6.40% 3.15% 9.13% 11.00% 11.86% Employee Only $722.56 $742.70 $760.71 $810.24 $909.10 $936.58 $971.24 Employee +1 $1,445.12 $1,485.40 $1,521.42 $1,620.48 $1,818.20 $1,873.16 $1,942.48Employee 2+ $1,878.66 $1,931.02 $1,977.85 $2,106.62 $2,363.66 $2,435.11 $2,525.22 % change (from prior year) 2.79% 2.42% 6.51% 12.20% 3.02% 3.70% Employee Only $435.14 $458.66 $548.26 $698.91 $684.77 $823.49 $879.57 $953.15 Employee +1 $870.28 $917.32 $1,096.52 $1,397.82 $1,369.54 $1,646.98 $1,759.14 $1,906.30Employee 2+ $1,131.36 $1,192.52 $1,425.48 $1,817.17 $1,780.40 $2,141.07 $2,286.88 $2,478.19 % change (from prior year) 5.41% 19.54% 27.48% -2.02% 20.26% 6.81% 8.37% Employee Only $719.26 $769.11 $845.69 $834.65
Employee +1 $1,438.52 $1,538.22 $1,691.38 $1,669.30Employee 2+ $1,870.08 $1,999.69 $2,198.79 $2,170.09 % change (from prior year) 6.93% 9.96% -1.31%
Employee Only $645.24 $669.77 $706.02 $756.21 $904.95 $944.34 $987.69 $1,030.94 Employee +1 $1,290.48 $1,339.54 $1,412.04 $1,512.42 $1,809.90 $1,888.68 $1,975.38 $2,061.88Employee 2+ $1,677.62 $1,741.40 $1,835.65 $1,966.15 $2,352.87 $2,455.28 $2,567.99 $2,680.44 % change (from prior year) 3.80% 5.41% 7.11% 19.67% 4.35% 4.59% 4.38% Employee Only $606.02 $632.77 $699.21 $764.96 $833.24 $868.45 $916.20 $975.21 Employee +1 $1,212.04 $1,264.54 $1,398.42 $1,529.92 $1,666.48 $1,736.90 $1,832.40 $1,950.42Employee 2+ $1,575.65 $1,643.90 $1,817.98 $1,988.90 $2,166.42 $2,257.97 $2,382.12 $2,535.55 % change (from prior year) 4.41% 10.50% 9.40% 8.93% 4.23% 5.50% 6.44% Employee Only $671.60 $723.84 $775.09 $793.63 $837.88 $890.66 $950.99 Employee +1 $1,343.20 $1,447.68 $1,550.18 $1,587.26 $1,675.76 $1,781.32 $1,901.98Employee 2+ $1,746.16 $1,881.98 $2,015.23 $2,063.44 $2,178.49 $2,315.72 $2,472.57 % change (from prior year) 7.78% 7.08% 2.39% 5.58% 6.30% 6.77% CalPERS Rate History - Region 2
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Anthem HMO Select
Anthem HMO Traditional
Blue Shield Access+
Blue Shield Trio
Health Net Salud y Más
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Employee Only $782.74 $781.58 $792.65 $819.64 $857.14
Employee +1 $1,565.48 $1,563.16 $1,585.30 $1,639.20 $1,714.28Employee 2+ $2,035.12 $2,032.11 $2,060.89 $2,131.06 $2,228.56 % change (from prior year) -0.15% 1.42% 3.41% 4.58%
Employee Only $736.28 $783.19
Employee +1 $1,472.56 $1,566.38Employee 2+ $1,914.33 $2,036.29 % change (from prior year) 6.37%
Employee Only $451.54 $476.92
Employee +1 $903.08 $953.84Employee 2+ $1,174.00 $1,239.99 % change (from prior year) 5.62%
Employee Only $986.66 $1,115.68
Employee +1 $1,973.32 $2,231.38Employee 2+ $2,565.32 $2,900.77 % change (from prior year) 13.08%
Employee Only $587.78 $695.93 $799.44 $864.75 $956.28 $1,010.12 Employee +1 $1,175.56 $1,391.86 $1,598.88 $1,729.50 $1,912.56 $2,020.24Employee 2+ $1,528.23 $1,809.42 $2,078.54 $2,248.35 $2,486.33 $2,626.31 % change (from prior year) 18.40% 14.87% 8.17% 10.58% 5.63% Employee Only $882.18 $1,014.80 $1,151.50 $1,258.76 $1,426.24 $1,538.57 Employee +1 $1,764.36 $2,029.60 $2,303.00 $2,517.52 $2,852.48 $3,077.14Employee 2+ $2,293.67 $2,638.48 $2,993.90 $3,272.78 $3,708.22 $4,000.28 % change (from prior year) 15.03% 13.47% 9.31% 13.31% 7.88% Employee Only $749.00 $749.00 $775.00 $820.00 $926.00 $970.00 $1,057.00 $1,020.00 Employee +1 $1,499.00 $1,499.00 $1,550.00 $1,650.00 $1,863.00 $1,951.00 $2,127.00 $2,040.00 Employee 2+ $1,960.00 $1,960.00 $2,010.00 $2,100.00 $2,371.00 $2,484.00 $2,708.00 $2,650.00 % change (from prior year) 0.00% 3.47% 5.81% 12.93% 4.75% 8.97% -3.50% PORAC
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Item # 10
City of Santa Ana
20 Civic Center Plaza, Santa Ana, CA 92701
Staff Report
August 4, 2026
TOPIC: Public Artworks by Emigdio Vasquez, Sergio O’Cadiz Moctezuma, and Additional Artists

AGENDA TITLE
Status Report on the Identification and Historic Evaluation of Public Artworks by Emigdio Vasquez, Sergio O’Cadiz Moctezuma, and Additional Artists

RECOMMENDED ACTION
Receive and file this report.

GOVERNMENT CODE §84308 APPLIES: No

DISCUSSION
Executive Summary
On May 5, 2026, the City Council considered a Councilmember-Requested Item directing staff to identify and evaluate public artworks by Emigdio Vasquez and Sergio O’Cadiz Moctezuma, and other noteworthy artists for potential designation to the City Register of Historical Properties (“Register”), coordinate with property owners and stakeholders, prepare nomination materials for eligible artworks, and return to the City Council with a status report. On July 21, 2026, the City Council directed that staff should also consider and analyze public artworks by other artists for listing on the Register.

Since that time, staff has initiated implementation of the City Council’s direction by developing an inventory of known public artworks, coordinating with the artists’ families and other stakeholders, and evaluating the process, anticipated costs, schedule, and implementation considerations associated with historic evaluation and potential designation. This report provides a status update on those efforts and outlines the work that will continue as staff advances the project.

This report is informational only and does not designate any mural, sculpture, or public artwork as a historic resource. The inventory included in this report is preliminary and identifies resources that may warrant additional research and historic evaluation.

Inclusion in the inventory or completion of a historic evaluation does not establish that a resource is eligible for designation to the Register. Any future nomination would be City Council 10 – 1 8/4/2026
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considered individually by the Planning Commission through a separately noticed public hearing in accordance with Chapter 30 of the Santa Ana Municipal Code (SAMC).

Project Background
Santa Ana is home to one of the largest concentrations of Chicano public art in Southern California. The murals and public artworks created by Emigdio Vasquez and Sergio O’Cadiz Moctezuma are widely recognized as important representations of Chicano history, culture, and artistic expression. Additionally, Santa Ana is also home to a number of public artworks from various artists that reflect the city’s cultural heritage, community narratives, and evolving visual landscape. Those works range from historic tile mosaics to contemporary neighborhood murals. Over the past several decades, concerns have grown regarding the potential loss or deterioration of significant murals in Santa Ana due to demolition, redevelopment, alteration, and deferred maintenance, resulting in increased community interest in long-term preservation strategies.

On May 5, 2026, the City Council considered a Councilmember-Requested Item requesting that staff identify and evaluate remaining works by Emigdio Vasquez and Sergio O’Cadiz Moctezuma and prepare nominations to the City Register of Historical Properties for eligible works. The requested action specifically included:

1. Identification and documentation of extant murals, sculptures, and public artworks;

2. Evaluation under the criteria of Chapter 30;

3. Coordination with property owners and stakeholders;

4. Preparation of nomination materials; and

5. Returning to the City Council with status updates and recommendations.

Moreover, on July 21, 2026, the City Council directed staff to also consider and analyze public artworks by other artists for listing on the Register. Since receiving the City Council’s direction, staff has initiated evaluation and implementation of each of the requested tasks. The following discussion is organized consistent with the City Council’s direction and summarizes work completed to date, implementation considerations, and the remaining steps necessary to continue the historic evaluation and potential designation of the identified public artworks.

1. Identification and Documentation of Public Artworks
Staff has identified all intact and surviving murals, sculptures, and public artworks by Emigdio Vasquez and Sergio O’Cadiz Moctezuma located throughout Santa Ana. Staff has also documented several public artworks that have been completely removed or destroyed and that are not recoverable for designation or preservation, further demonstrating the need to preserve and protect extant artworks in the City created by these artists. The inventory includes works on City-owned properties, educational campuses, and other public and private properties. Additionally, staff has identified seven additional artworks by various artists that may meet the criteria for listing on the Register, City Council 10 – 2 8/4/2026
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as well as 23 contemporary artworks whose initial review does not suggest eligibility, but will still be evaluated for potential designation.

Staff also initiated coordination with representatives of the Vasquez and O’Cadiz families to assist in identifying and documenting the artists’ public artworks within Santa Ana. Staff met with Rosemary Vasquez Tuthill, daughter of Emigdio Vasquez, and María del Pilar O’Cadiz, Ph.D., daughter of Sergio O’Cadiz Moctezuma, who provided historical information, artwork inventories, biographical materials, and other reference documents that assisted staff in verifying artwork titles, locations, and historical context. Information provided through this coordination informed the inventory presented in this report and will continue to support future historic evaluations and potential nominations. Staff will continue coordinating with the Santa Ana Community Artist(a) Coalition, affected property owners, and other stakeholders as the historic evaluation process moves forward.

The inventory is intended to provide an initial understanding of the potential scope of artworks that may be evaluated and does not constitute a determination of historic eligibility. Additional archival research, site surveys, and stakeholder outreach may result in refinement of the inventory or identification of additional works by the artists. As staff continues implementing the City Council’s direction, staff will refine the inventory, verify ownership and accessibility, and determine which works warrant preparation of California Department of Parks and Recreation (DPR) documentation and potential nomination.

The inventory of known public artworks is summarized below, and the locations of the identified works by Emigdio Vasquez, Sergio O’Cadiz Moctezuma, and additional artists are depicted on the Inventory Maps included as Exhibits 2, 3, and 4. Table 1 summarizes the known public artworks identified to date and the potential scope of future evaluations.

Table 2 identifies the extant public artworks that may warrant additional research and consideration for historic designation.

Table 1 –Inventory Summary of Public Artworks
Artist Known Works Extant Works
Known
Demolished/Lost
Works
Potentially
Accessible for
Evaluation
Emigdio Vasquez 12 8 4 4
1 Sergio O’Cadiz
Moctezuma 7 6 1 6
Various Artists -
Citywide 30 30 0 30
1 Staff continue coordinating with respective property owners to verify current conditions of these artworks.

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Table 2 –Inventory of Public Artworks Identified for Further Evaluation Artist Title Location Ownership Year Preliminary
Status Address
Emigdio
Vasquez
Chicano
Gothic
Memorial
Park
City of
Santa Ana 1987 Extant 2102 S. Flower St.

Emigdio
Vasquez
Children,
Yesterday,
Today and
Tomorrow
Madison Park City of
Santa Ana 1988 Extant
1528 S.

Standard
Ave.

Emigdio
Vasquez
Recuerdos de
mi Pueblo
El Tapatio
Dos
Mexicanos
Grill
El Tapatio
Dos
Mexicanos
Grill
1990 Extant 1214 E.

Pomona St.

Emigdio
Vasquez
Spanish,
Indians, and
Today's
Hispanics
Heritage
Museum
Heritage
Museum 1989 Extant 3101 W.

Harvard St.

Emigdio
Vasquez
The Legacy of
Cesar Chavez
Santa Ana
College Santa Ana
College 1997 Extant
1530 W.

Seventeenth
St.

Emigdio
Vasquez
The Strongest
Bond of
Humans
Santa Ana
College Santa Ana
College 1986 Extant
1530 W.

Seventeenth
St.

Emigdio
Vasquez
Visions of
Orange
County
OCTA Transit
Terminal OCTA 1991 Extant
400 W.

Santa Ana
Blvd.

Emigdio
Vasquez
Visions of
Santa Ana
Angels
Community
Park
City of
Santa Ana 1987 Extant 300 N. Flower St.

Sergio
O’Cadiz
Fremont
Elementary
School Mural
Fremont
Elementary
School
Santa Ana
Unified
School
District
1974 Restored 1930 W.

Tenth St.

Sergio
O’Cadiz
Monroe
Elementary
School Mural
Monroe
Elementary
School
Santa Ana
Unified
School
District
1973 Under
Restoration
417 E.

Central Ave.

Sergio
O’Cadiz
Native
American
Chief
Willard
Intermediate
School
Santa Ana
Unified
School
District
Unknown Extant 1342 N.

Ross St.

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Artist Title Location Ownership Year Preliminary
Status Address
Sergio
O’Cadiz
Santa Ana City
Hall Concrete
Relief Mural
Santa Ana
City Hall
City of
Santa Ana 1972 Partially Extant
20 Civic
Center Plaza
Sergio
O’Cadiz Spartan
Lathrop
Intermediate
School
Santa Ana
Unified
School
District
Unknown Modified 1111 S.

Broadway
Sergio
O’Cadiz
The History of
the Chicano
Santa Ana
College
Santa Ana
College 1974 Unknown1
1530 W.

Seventeenth
St.

Millard
Sheets
Home Savings
Santa Ana
(mosaic)
Chase Bank JP Morgan
Chase 1967 Extant 1300 N.

Main St.

Renzo G.

Genci
Home Savings
Santa Ana
(sculptures)
Chase Bank JP Morgan
Chase 1967 Extant 1300 N.

Main St.

Tom Van
Sant and
Tony Sheets
Celebration of
Life
Orange
County
School of the
Arts
The Legacy
Fund 1972 Extant 1010 N. Main St.

George Ruiz,
Gilbert
Rodarte,
Steve
Martinez,
Roger
Montenegro,
and Jaime
Varella
Indio and
India
Street-side
Residential
Rear Wall
City of
Santa Ana 1991 Restored
2034 and
2038 Alco
Ave.

George Ruiz,
Gilbert
Rodarte,
Steve
Martinez,
Roger
Montenegro,
and Jaime
Varella
La Bomba and
Lady Santana
Street-side
Residential
Rear Wall
City of
Santa Ana 1991 Restored 2034 Alco Ave.

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Artist Title Location Ownership Year Preliminary
Status Address
George Ruiz,
Gilbert
Rodarte,
Steve
Martinez,
Roger
Montenegro,
and Jaime
Varella
La Raza
Street-side
Residential
Rear Wall
City of
Santa Ana 1991 Restored 2034 Alco Ave.

George Ruiz,
Gilbert
Rodarte,
Steve
Martinez,
Roger
Montenegro,
and Jaime
Varella
Quetzalcoatl
and Aztec
Calendar
Street-side
Residential
Rear Wall
City of
Santa Ana 1991 Restored 2038 Alco Ave.
1 Staff continue coordinating with respective property owners to verify current conditions of these artworks.

2. Evaluation Under Chapter 30
Pursuant to Chapter 30 of the SAMC, the City may designate buildings, structures, objects, and sites to the Register if they satisfy one or more of the City’s historic significance criteria. The SAMC specifically contemplates the designation of “objects,” which may include murals, sculptures, and other public artworks.

Staff will be responsible for completing and preparing inventories, historic evaluations, DPR forms, and nomination materials. These materials are advisory and do not establish historic significance or eligibility for designation. The Planning Commission must independently evaluate the evidence presented, apply the historic designation criteria contained in Chapter 30 of the SAMC, consider testimony received during the public hearing process, and determine whether each nominated resource qualifies for designation.

The City may initiate nominations for works located on City-owned properties and may also initiate nominations for works located on other public or private properties, subject to the owner notification requirements contained in Chapter 30. Historic designation would not prohibit future restoration, alteration, relocation, or demolition of a mural. Rather, it would ensure that any such actions are subject to a public review process and City Council 10 – 6 8/4/2026
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consideration of the resource’s historic significance. Implementation of the City Council's direction also requires ongoing coordination with property owners, artists’ families, community organizations, and other stakeholders, as discussed in the following section.

3. Coordination with Property Owners and Stakeholders
Implementation of the City Council’s direction requires ongoing coordination with property owners, public agencies, artists’ families, community organizations, and other stakeholders. As the project advances, staff will continue verifying ownership, obtaining site access where necessary, and coordinating with affected property owners throughout the historic evaluation process. Moreover, several implementation considerations may affect staff’s ability to evaluate and potentially nominate identified artworks. Listed on the following page are considerations for implementation:
• Accessibility and Site Documentation - The City’s inventory includes murals and artworks located on City-owned properties, educational campuses, and private properties.
• Murals Located Within Building Interiors - Several known murals are located within building interiors. While Chapter 30 permits the designation of “objects,” including public artworks, the SAMC provides limited guidance regarding the regulation and protection of interior murals.
• Property Owner Participation and Consent - Chapter 30 does not require property owner consent for the designation of a historic resource. However, property owners must be notified of a proposed nomination. The public hearing process will also provide an opportunity for owners and interested stakeholders to participate in the decision-making process.
• Existing Protections Against Repainting or Alteration - Staff is currently evaluating potential amendments to Chapter 30 to expressly address the treatment and protection of designated murals.
• Future Modifications, Relocation, and Demolition - The applicability of historic review requirements to relocated murals or substantial modifications would require a case-by-case analysis based on the scope of the proposed work, the significance and integrity of the artwork, and the potential impacts to its character-defining features. Designation itself does not prohibit future restoration, relocation, alteration, or demolition, but designation provides an opportunity for public review and consideration of a mural’s significance.

4. Preparation of Historic Evaluation and Nomination Materials Staff is implementing the historic evaluation process in several phases. While work has begun on the inventory and stakeholder coordination, additional research, documentation, and historic evaluations will continue. The anticipated process includes the following phases:

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1. Finalize Inventory and Identification, including known extant murals, sculptures, and public artworks by Emigdio Vasquez, Sergio O’Cadiz Moctezuma, and other notable artists within Santa Ana; confirmation of ownership and accessibility; and outreach to affected stakeholders, including owners.

2. Site Survey and Documentation, including field surveys, photo-documentation, identification of character-defining features, and assessment of the physical integrity and condition of each identified mural, sculpture, and public artwork.

3. Historical Research, including preparation of a comprehensive historic context statement, as well as archival research that includes visits to repositories and interviews or outreach with individuals possessing knowledge regarding the artists and their work.

4. Preparation of DPR Forms using the standard City template for all other historic designations.

5. Historic Designation Proceedings, including public notices, stakeholder engagement, and Planning Commission public hearing for each nomination.

Estimated Timeline and Resources
• Timeline - Based on the current scope of work, the overall evaluation effort is anticipated to require approximately 12 months.
• Outside Resources
o Specialized Consultant Assistance - For the more technical components of mural research, photo-documentation, material science, and archival research, the City’s historic preservation consultant, Rincon Consultants, provided a preliminary cost estimate for the preparation of historic evaluations and DPR documentation. Based on the preliminary inventory of approximately 21 extant murals, sculptures, and public artworks identified to date, consultant costs associated with preparing historic evaluations and DPR documentation are estimated at approximately $153,300. This preliminary estimate is based on the consultant’s unit cost of $7,300 per artwork and assumes the evaluations would be completed as part of a coordinated effort, with City staff leading all project management, research, coordination, public outreach, environmental review (if required), preparation of staff reports, and public hearing support. o Public Notification - Chapter 30 requires public notice to affected property owners prior to consideration of a historic designation; staff obtained an estimate of approximately $8,667 for the preparation of mailing labels, owner/occupant lists, and assessor parcel maps for the identified sites.

Although the inventory includes 21 extant artworks, the noticing estimate is based on 16 sites, as three of the identified artworks are located on the Santa Ana College campus and at the Chase Bank, and therefore correspond to a single noticing location rather than three separate sites.

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• Staff Resources - The City’s historic preservation program is presently administered by a principal and an associate planner. It is estimated that the work effort for this project will require up to 12 hours of work per week for each position during the anticipated 12-month completion period, which amounts to approximately $130,800 in staff time over the 12-month period.

5. Status Update and Next Steps
Since receiving direction from the City Council, staff has completed a preliminary inventory of known public artworks, initiated coordination with the families of Emigdio Vasquez and Sergio O’Cadiz Moctezuma, and community stakeholders, established an implementation strategy for historic evaluations, identified anticipated consultant and public noticing costs, and begun evaluating policy considerations associated with the long-term preservation of designated murals.

The inventory of murals, sculptures, and public artworks presented in this report is intended to serve as a starting point for future historic evaluations and may continue to evolve as additional information becomes available. As implementation progresses, additional archival research, stakeholder outreach, and site investigations may identify additional works by Emigdio Vasquez, Sergio O’Cadiz Moctezuma, or other artists, or provide new information regarding the condition, ownership, accessibility, or historical significance of currently identified artworks. Conversely, some works included in the preliminary inventory may ultimately be determined ineligible for historic designation, may not warrant nomination following completion of the historic evaluation process, or may not be designated by the Planning Commission after consideration of the applicable designation criteria.

Accordingly, the final number of artworks evaluated and nominated may differ from the preliminary inventory presented in this report and could affect the overall project scope, schedule, and consultant resources necessary to complete the initiative.

Staff will continue implementing the City Council’s direction by refining the inventory, conducting historic evaluations, preparing DPR documentation, coordinating with property owners and stakeholders, and, where appropriate, preparing nomination materials for consideration by the Planning Commission through separately noticed public hearings in accordance with Chapter 30 of the SAMC.

ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT
The action before the City Council is informational only and does not constitute a project pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) pursuant to State CEQA Guidelines Section 15378 because it will not result in a direct or reasonably foreseeable physical change in the environment. Future historic designation actions, if pursued, will be evaluated independently for compliance with the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA).

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FISCAL IMPACT
There is no immediate fiscal impact associated with receiving and filing this report. Staff is continuing implementation of the City Council’s prior direction to evaluate public artworks by Emigdio Vasquez and Sergio O’Cadiz Moctezuma. If necessary, staff will return to the City Council, with any future budget amendments, professional services agreement amendments, or other actions required to support consultant services, public noticing, and related implementation costs.

Consultant costs are currently estimated at approximately $153,300 for the preparation of historic evaluation and DPR documentation. In addition, public noticing costs are estimated at approximately $8,667 for mailing labels, owner/occupant lists, and assessor parcel maps. Accordingly, the currently estimated direct consultant and noticing costs total approximately $161,967. Additional City staff costs associated with project management, stakeholder coordination, environmental review (if required), preparation of staff reports, public hearings, and quality assurance have been quantified and are estimated to be $130,800 over the 12-month completion period.

EXHIBIT(S)

1. Councilmember-Requested Item dated May 5, 2026

2. Inventory Map of Public Artworks by Emigdio Vasquez

3. Inventory Map of Public Artworks by Sergio O’Cadiz Moctezuma

4. Inventory Map of Public Artworks by Additional Artists Submitted By: Ali Pezeshkpour, AICP, Executive Director, Planning and Building Agency
Approved By: Alvaro Nuñez, City Manager
City Council 10 – 10 8/4/2026

CITY ATTORNEY
Sonia R. Carvalho

CITY MANAGER
Alvaro Nuñez

CITY CLERK
Jennifer L. Hall
20 CIVIC CENTER PLAZA - P.O. BOX 1988, M31 - SANTA ANA, CALIFORNIA 92702 TELEPHONE (714) 647-6900 - FAX (714) 647-6954 - www.santa-ana.org Councilmember-Requested Item Report
DATE
May 5, 2026
TOPIC
Historic Designation for Sergio O. Cadiz and Emigdio Vasquez Public Artworks Located in Santa Ana

COUNCILMEMBER-REQUESTED ITEM TITLE
Discuss and Consider Directing the City Manager to Direct Staff to Identify, Evaluate, and Prepare Nominations to the City Register of Historical Properties for Public Artworks by Sergio O. Cadiz Moctezuma and Emigdio Vasquez Located Within the City of Santa Ana

DISCUSSION
Background
Santa Ana is home to one of the largest concentrations of Chicano public art in Southern California. Among the most significant artists whose works define this cultural legacy are Sergio O. Cadiz Moctezuma (1934–2002) and Emigdio Vasquez (1939– 2014). Both artists produced works of regional, state, and national significance, and several of those works are located within Santa Ana on City-owned, other public, and private property.

About Sergio O. Cadiz Moctezuma
Sergio O. Cadiz Moctezuma was a Mexico City-born architect and muralist who studied painting under Diego Rivera before immigrating to California in 1961. His work is documented by the Getty Conservation Institute's América Tropical Interpretive Center and was featured in the California Historical Society's traveling exhibition Murales Rebeldes: L.A. Chicana/Chicano Murals Under Siege, organized as part of the Getty's Pacific Standard Time: LA/LA initiative. Within Santa Ana, his works include a concrete relief mural at City Hall (1972), the History and Evolution of the Chicano in the United States mural at Santa Ana College (1974, in collaboration with MEChA students), and a mural at Fremont Elementary School (1975). His Raitt Street mural, created in 1994 with community youth through the City's Safe Haven Youth Program, was whitewashed in July 2019 — an event that prompted national attention and helped catalyze ongoing community advocacy for mural preservation policy in Santa Ana.

About Emigdio Vasquez
Emigdio Vasquez, widely recognized as the Godfather of Chicano Art in Orange County, created more than 400 paintings and over 22 murals throughout the region. He EXHIBIT 1
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CITY ATTORNEY
Sonia R. Carvalho

CITY MANAGER
Alvaro Nuñez

CITY CLERK
Jennifer L. Hall
20 CIVIC CENTER PLAZA - P.O. BOX 1988, M31 - SANTA ANA, CALIFORNIA 92702 TELEPHONE (714) 647-6900 - FAX (714) 647-6954 - www.santa-ana.org was the first Orange County resident to receive the Maestro Award from the Latino Arts Network, and his work was the subject of Chapman University's Pacific Standard Time:

LA/LA exhibition My Barrio: Emigdio Vasquez and Chicana/o Identity in Orange County.

His Santa Ana works include Chicano Gothic (1987) at Memorial Park; Visions of Santa Ana (1987) at Angels Community Park; Children, Yesterday, Today and Tomorrow (1988) at Madison Park; The Strongest Bond of Humans (1986), an untitled mural (1988–89), and The Legacy of Cesar Chavez (1997) at Santa Ana College; and Visions of Orange County (1991) at the OCTA Terminal. Chicano Gothic in particular has been the subject of a recent multi-year restoration effort led by the Santa Ana Community Artist(a) Coalition in collaboration with the Vasquez family, MuralColors, and the City, and is now preserved as a free-standing wall as part of the Memorial Park aquatic center renovation.

Lost Art
Despite the artistic, historical, and community significance of these works, the City has lost meaningful examples of Chicano public art over the years, including Vasquez's Visions of Orange County at the Bowers Museum (demolished c. 1991), Towards the Solidarity of All Peoples at the Jerome Center, and La Juventud, Nuestras Raices y el Futuro at the El Salvador Center, alongside O. Cadiz's whitewashed Raitt Street mural.

These losses underscore the need for durable legal protections for the works that remain.

Designating Historic Properties
Chapter 30 of the Santa Ana Municipal Code provides such a framework. Under § 30-1 and § 30-2, the Historic Resources Commission, by resolution and at a noticed public hearing, may designate buildings, structures, objects, or sites as historical properties on the City Register. Designation criteria include works associated with notable artists or designers whose style influenced artistic development (§ 30-2(a)(2)) and objects or sites of historical significance associated with important political, social, economic, or cultural activity (§ 30-2(a)(4)(d)). While § 30-2(a) generally requires that nominated works be at least 50 years old, § 30-2.1 expressly allows the designation of younger works "of exceptional significance" meeting one or more of the same criteria. The works of O.

Cadiz and Vasquez located in Santa Ana satisfy these criteria, with several of the older O. Cadiz works (1972, 1974, 1975) meeting the 50-year threshold and the Vasquez works qualifying under the exceptional-significance exception based on documented academic, curatorial, and community recognition.

Historic Designation Filing Fees
Pursuant to § 30-2.4, governmental agencies are exempt from designation filing fees.

The City may therefore initiate nominations for works it owns, and may also initiate nominations for works on other property subject to the owner-notification requirements of § 30-2(b). Designation does not preclude further restoration, modification under § 30- 6 (certificate of appropriateness), or future demolition where warranted under § 30-7, but it ensures that any such action proceeds through a public, transparent process with appropriate review.

Emigdio Vasquez, widely recognized as the Godfather of Chicano Art in Orange County, created more than 400 paintings and over 22 murals throughout the region. He Emigdio Vasquez, widely recognized as the Godfather of Chicano Art in Orange County, created more than 400 paintings and over 22 murals throughout the region. He City Council 10 – 12 8/4/2026

CITY ATTORNEY
Sonia R. Carvalho

CITY MANAGER
Alvaro Nuñez

CITY CLERK
Jennifer L. Hall
20 CIVIC CENTER PLAZA - P.O. BOX 1988, M31 - SANTA ANA, CALIFORNIA 92702 TELEPHONE (714) 647-6900 - FAX (714) 647-6954 - www.santa-ana.org in Santa Ana, including the 2024 restoration of the La Raza murals on Civic Center Drive and the recent preservation of Chicano Gothic.

Historic Resources Commission
The Historic Resources Commission (HRC), not the City Council, holds the authority to designate properties to the City Register. The action recommended through this councilmember-requested item is limited to directing staff to identify eligible works, coordinate with stakeholders, prepare nomination applications, and bring those applications forward for HRC consideration through the established process under Chapter 30.

Recommended Action
Direct the City Manager to direct staff to identify, evaluate, and prepare nominations to the City Register of Historical Properties for public artworks by Sergio O. Cadiz Moctezuma and Emigdio Vasquez located within the City of Santa Ana, including specifically:

1. Identify all extant murals, sculptures, and public artworks by Sergio O. Cadiz Moctezuma and Emigdio Vasquez located within the City of Santa Ana, including works on city-owned, other public, and private property, and verify the current condition of each work, including the Sergio O. Cadiz Moctezuma concrete relief mural at Santa Ana City Hall (1972) and Emigdio Vasquez's Chicano Gothic (1987) at Memorial Park;

2. Evaluate each identified work against the criteria for designation under Santa Ana Municipal Code §§ 30-2 and 30-2.1, and determine the appropriate category for designation under § 30-2.2 (Landmark, Key, or Contributive);

3. Coordinate with the Vasquez and O. Cadiz families, the Santa Ana Community Artist(a) Coalition, and other relevant property owners (including the Santa Ana Unified School District, the Rancho Santiago Community College District, and the Orange County Transportation Authority) regarding works on property they own or control;

4. Prepare and submit nomination applications to the Historic Resources Commission for those works determined to meet the criteria under Chapter 30, prioritizing works on city-owned property — including specifically Chicano Gothic (1987) at Memorial Park and the Sergio O. Cadiz Moctezuma concrete relief mural (1972) at Santa Ana City Hall; and

5. Return to the City Council within 90 days with a status report identifying the works under evaluation, a proposed nomination schedule, and any further direction needed to complete the process.

SUBMITTED BY
Councilwoman Jessie Lopez

EXHIBIT(S)
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currently under development through the Arts and Culture Commission and supports the broader community advocacy that has driven recent mural preservation successes Arts and Culture Commission; Public Art and Preservation Policy Initiating these nominations also complements the Public Art and Preservation Policy City Council 10 – 13 8/4/2026
Exhibit 2 - Preliminary Inventory Map of Public Artworks by Emigdio Vasque z
Item No. Name Location Address Year Condition
1 Chicano Gothic Santa Ana Memorial Park 2102 S Flower St Santa Ana, CA 92707 1987 Under restoration 2 Children, Yesterday, Today, and Tomorrow Madison Park 1528 S Standard Ave Santa Ana, CA 92707 1988 Poor condition 3 Recuerdos de mi Pueblo El Tapatio Dos Mexicanos Grill 1214 E Pomona St Santa Ana, CA 92707 1990 Good condition 4 Spanish, Indians, and Today's Hispanics Heritage Museum 3101 W Harvard St Santa Ana, CA 92704 1989 Good condition 5 The Legacy of Cesar Chavez Santa Ana College 1530 W 17th St 1997 Excellent condition 6 The Strongest Bond of Humans Santa Ana College 1530 W 17th St Santa Ana, CA 92706 1986 Good condition 7 Visions of Orange County OCTA Transit Terminal 400 W Santa Ana Blvd Santa Ana, CA 92701 1991 Decent condition 8 Visions of Santa Ana Angels Community Park 300 N Flower St Santa Ana, CA 92703 1987 Good condition 9 Visions of Orange County Bowers Museum 2002 N Main St 1986 Demolished 10 Towards the Solidarity of All Peoples Jerome Recreation Center 726 S Center St 1987 Demolished 11 La Juventud, Nuestras Raices y el Futuro El Salvador Center 1825 W Civic Center Dr 1987 Demolished 12 Waiting for the Bus OCTD Art in Motion OCTA 550 S Main St 1987 Demolished Notes:

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3. Recuerdos de mi Pueblo El Tapatio Dos Mexicanos Grill | 1214 E Pomona St | Mural | Good Condition

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5. The Legacy of Cesar Chavez Santa Ana College | 1530 W 17 St | Mural | Excellent Condition

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7. Visions of Orange County OCTA Transit Terminal | 400 W Santa Ana Blvd | Mural | Decent Condition

8. Visions of Santa Ana Angels Community Park | 300 N Flower St | Mural | Good Condition
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Exhibit 3 - Preliminary Inventory Map of Public Artworks by Sergio O'Cadiz Moctezuma Item No. Name Location Address Year Condition
1 Fremont Elementary School Mural Fremont Elementary School 1930 W 10th St, Santa Ana, CA 92703 1973 Restored 2 Monroe Elementary School Mural Monroe Elementary School 417 E Central Ave, Santa Ana, CA 92707 1973 Under restoration 3 Native American Chief Willard Intermediate School 1342 N Ross St, Santa Ana, CA 92706 Unknown Unknown4 Santa Ana City Hall Concrete Relief Mural Santa Ana City Hall 20 Civic Center Plaza, Santa Ana, CA 92701 1972 Partially extant5 Spartan Lathrop Intermediate School 1111 S Broadway, Santa Ana, CA 92707 Unknown Modified6 The History Chicano in the United States Nealley Library, Santa Ana College 1530 W 17th St, Santa Ana, CA 92706 1974 Unknown7 Raitt Street Mural Raitt Street, Santa Ana Santa Ana, CA Unknown Destroyed Notes:

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Exhibit 4 – Preliminary Inventory Map of Public Artworks by Additional Artists for Consideration Item
No. Artist Name Address Year Condition
1 Millard Sheets Home Savings Santa Ana (mosaic) 1300 N. Main St. 1967 Good condition 2 Renzo G. Genci Home Savings Santa Ana
(sculptures) 1300 N. Main St. 1967 Good condition
3 Tom Van Sant and Tony Sheets Celebration of Life 1010 N. Main St. 1972 Good condition 4 George Ruiz, Gilbert Rodarte, Steve
Martinez, Roger Montenegro, and
Jaime Varella
Quetzalcoatl and Aztec Calendar 2038 Alco Ave. 1991 Restored 5 George Ruiz, Gilbert Rodarte, Steve
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Ave. 1991 Restored
6 George Ruiz, Gilbert Rodarte, Steve
Martinez, Roger Montenegro, and
Jaime Varella
La Raza 2034 Alco Ave. 1991 Restored
7 George Ruiz, Gilbert Rodarte, Steve
Martinez, Roger Montenegro, and
Jaime Varella
La Bomba and Lady Santana 2034 Alco Ave. 1991 Restored
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Planning and Building Agency
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Item # 11
City of Santa Ana
20 Civic Center Plaza, Santa Ana, CA 92701
Staff Report
August 4, 2026
TOPIC: Public Facilities Naming No. 2026-0001 for Frank and Irene Palomino Park (706 N. Newhope Street, APN: 100-252-01) Pursuant to SAMC Section 33-8

AGENDA TITLE
Planning Commission’s Adoption of a Resolution Renaming Rosita Park, Located at 706 N. Newhope Street, as Frank and Irene Palomino Park

RECOMMENDED ACTION
Affirm the Planning Commission’s adoption of a resolution approving Public Facilities Naming No. 2026-0001 renaming Rosita Park, located at 706 N. Newhope Street, as Frank and Irene Palomino Park.

GOVERNMENT CODE §84308 APPLIES: No

DISCUSSION
At the June 2, 2026, Santa Ana City Council meeting, staff presented an informational item regarding the Garden Grove Unified School District’s (GGUSD) proposed renaming of Rosita Elementary School to Frank and Irene Palomino Elementary School and the opportunity for the City of Santa Ana to consider a corresponding renaming of Rosita Park located at 706 N. Newhope Street. Following the presentation, the City Council expressed support for the proposed park renaming and directed the City Manager to initiate the renaming of Rosita Park to Frank and Irene Palomino Park.

On June 16, 2026, the GGUSD Board of Education unanimously approved the renaming of Rosita Elementary School to Frank and Irene Palomino Elementary School and scheduled a ribbon-cutting ceremony for August 6, 2026, commemorating the renaming.

On July 13, 2026, the Planning Commission considered and adopted a resolution approving Public Facilities Naming (PFN) No. 2026-0001 to rename Rosita Park as Frank and Irene Palomino Park by a majority vote, with Commissioner Pham dissenting and Commissioner Oliva absent.

Pursuant to Section 33-6 of the Santa Ana Municipal Code (SAMC), all requests for the naming or renaming of public facilities shall be referred to the Planning Commission for determination, considering certain policy guidelines. Section 33-6(c) sets out the guidelines as follows:

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“(c) Names which achieve any of the following purposes should be promoted:
(1) A name which serves to identify the location of the subject by reference to distinct geographic, environmental or development features in the immediate area.
(2) A name which references the history of the subject site or its immediate area. (3) A name which identifies a person or family which made an extraordinary donation of land or funds to promote the construction or improvement of the subject public facility.
(4) A name which recognizes a person or family who made a distinct, significant contribution to the well-being of the city, including past mayors, council members, board or commission members, officers or employees of the city, but not anyone who currently holds any such position.”
Further, Section 33-8 provides that the City Council may affirm the Planning Commission’s decision, remand the matter back to the Planning Commission for further consideration, or make its own decision on the matter.

Rosita Park is an approximately eight-acre park located at 706 N. Newhope Street adjacent to Rosita Elementary School in the City of Santa Ana. Although located within the City of Santa Ana, Rosita Elementary School is operated by the GGUSD. City records indicate that Rosita Park opened in 1961, while Rosita Elementary School opened in 1959, prior to construction of the park.

The proposed renaming of Rosita Elementary School was initiated by GGUSD to honor Frank and Irene Palomino’s contributions to the neighborhood and to the civil rights movement in Orange County. Because the park and school have historically shared the same name and serve the same surrounding neighborhood, staff evaluated whether a corresponding park renaming would be appropriate to maintain consistency between the two public facilities.

Frank and Irene Palomino were among the plaintiffs in the landmark Mendez et al. v.

Westminster et al. school desegregation case. Alongside the Mendez, Guzman, Estrada, and Ramirez families, the Palominos challenged discriminatory educational practices that segregated Mexican American students in Orange County schools. In 1947, the United States Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit upheld the lower court’s ruling prohibiting such segregation practices, making the case one of the earliest and most significant civil rights victories in California. The decision contributed to ending school segregation throughout California and is widely recognized as an important precursor to Brown v.

Board of Education.

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Following a request from a Garden Grove resident, GGUSD conducted an extensive community engagement process that included stakeholder outreach, surveys of families, staff, alumni, and community members, as well as a public hearing held on June 2, 2026.

Survey results demonstrated strong community support for the proposed renaming.

During the engagement process, participants expressed concern that retaining the name Rosita Park while renaming the adjacent school could create confusion because of the longstanding relationship between the two facilities. Additionally, the community engagement process highlighted the Palomino family’s longstanding connection to the surrounding neighborhood. For three generations, members of the Palomino family attended Rosita Elementary School and its feeder schools while residing across the street from the campus.

Rosita Park and Rosita Elementary School have historically functioned as complementary public facilities serving the surrounding neighborhood. With GGUSD’s approval of the school renaming, renaming the adjacent park would maintain consistency between the two facilities and avoid potential confusion among residents, park users, and school families. The proposed park renaming would also honor the Palomino family’s nationally significant contributions to the civil rights movement and recognize their historic connection to the surrounding community, providing a lasting tribute while creating opportunities for public education regarding an important chapter of Orange County history.

Consistent with Section 33-6(c)(4) of the SAMC, the proposed name recognizes individuals who made a distinct and significant contribution to the well-being of the community through their role in advancing educational equity and civil rights.

ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT
This action is not subject to the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) pursuant to sections 15060(c)(2) and 15060(c)(3) of the State CEQA Guidelines because the naming of a public facility will not result in a direct or reasonably foreseeable indirect physical change in the environment, as there is no possibility it will have a significant effect on the environment and is not a “project,” as defined in section 15378 of the State CEQA Guidelines. Furthermore, the action falls within the “common sense” CEQA exemption set forth in CEQA Guidelines section 15061(b)(3), excluding projects where “it can be seen with certainty that there is no possibility that the activity in question may have a significant effect on the environment.”

FISCAL IMPACT
Renaming of Rosita Park to Frank and Irene Palomino Park has a negligible fiscal impact limited to routine signage and digital asset updates, which will be accommodated within existing City Manager’s Office operational resources with no net impact on the General Fund.

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EXHIBIT(S)

1. Resolution Adopting PFN No. 2026-0001
Submitted By: Ali Pezeshkpour, AICP, Executive Director of Planning and Building Agency
Approved By: Alvaro Nuñez, City Manager
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Item # 12
City of Santa Ana
20 Civic Center Plaza, Santa Ana, CA 92701
Staff Report
August 4, 2026
TOPIC: Certification of Final Tract Map 2024-02, County Tract Map No. 19328

AGENDA TITLE
Certification of Approval by City Engineer of the Final Tract Map No. 2024-02, County Tract Map No. 19328 at 510 North Harbor Boulevard (Applicant: Century Communities of California, LLC, a Delaware Limited Liability Company)

RECOMMENDED ACTION
Receive and file the certification of approval by City Engineer of the Final Tract Map 2024-02, County Tract Map No. 19328 at 510 North Harbor Boulevard.

GOVERNMENT CODE §84308 APPLIES: No

DISCUSSION
In California, the regulation and control of land subdivisions are governed by the Subdivision Map Act, which delegates authority to local legislative bodies. Within the City of Santa Ana, subdivision regulations and procedures are codified in Chapters 34 and 41 of the Santa Ana Municipal Code (SAMC).

Pursuant to SAMC Chapter 41, applicants must first submit a tentative tract map for staff review to ensure compliance with applicable standards and regulations. Once staff determines the map complies with all applicable requirements, it is presented to the Planning Commission for approval, in accordance with SAMC Section 34-127.

Following the Planning Commission’s action, staff notifies the City Council of the decision on the next business day. Applicants have ten (10) days to appeal a Planning Commission decision to the City Council.

Following the Planning Commission’s approval, and pursuant to SAMC Chapter 34, the applicant must prepare and submit a Final Map for review by the City Engineer.

Although the City Engineer is responsible for approving or disapproving the Final Map, the Subdivision Map Act and Santa Ana Municipal Code require the City Council to receive formal notice that the Final Map is under review prior to the City Engineer's action. The City Engineer ensures the final map is in substantial conformance with the approved tentative map and that all requirements of the Subdivision Map Act and SAMC have been satisfied. If these requirements are met, approval of the Final Map is an administrative action. As required by SAMC Section 34-183, the City Engineer notifies the City Council that the final map is under review and subject to approval.

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Certification of Final Tract Map 2024-02, County Tract Map No. 19328 August 4, 2026

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On December 9, 2024, the Planning Commission approved Tentative Tract Map No. 2024-02 for the property located at 510 North Harbor Boulevard, authorizing subdivision of the site into forty five (45) residential condominium units (Exhibit 1). The project includes nine buildings with two to three-story townhouse units. The project will include affordable units, with five units designated for moderate-income households. As part of the development, a total of 10,645 square feet of the project site will be common/private accessible open space.

This report serves as formal notification to the City Council that the applicant has submitted Final Tract Map No. 2024-02 (County Tract Map No. 19328) for City Engineer approval in accordance with the Subdivision Map Act and SAMC (Exhibit 2). No discretionary action by the City Council is required. The map is currently under final review by the City Engineer for technical accuracy and compliance with all applicable conditions of approval. Pursuant to SAMC Section 34-183, the City Engineer will issue the final determination to approve or disapprove the final map within ten (10) days following the City Council meeting on August 4, 2026.

ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT
Pursuant to the requirements of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), an Environmental Impact Report (EIR) was prepared and certified in 2014 in order to address the potential environmental impacts associated with the Harbor Mixed Use Corridor Specific Plan. A mitigation monitoring and reporting program (MMRP), findings of fact, and a statement of overriding consideration were adopted with the 2014 EIR.

As proposed, the development is not anticipated to have additional environmental impacts not addressed in the 2014 EIR. Furthermore, in accordance with CEQA, the recommended action is also exempt from further review under Section 15195 (Residential Infill Exemption), as this project meets all the threshold criteria set forth in Section 15192 (Threshold Requirements for Exemptions). The project site is not more than four acres in area, the project does not include any single level building exceeding 100,000 square feet, and the project is an infill development within one-half mile of a major transit stop.

Moreover, the development promotes higher density infill housing, does not contain more than 100 residential units, and results in housing units made available to low income families.

Additionally, this ministerial action is exempt from further review under CEQA pursuant to Section 15268(b). All applicable mitigation measures in the original EIR and associated MMRP will be enforced. A Notice of Exemption, Environmental Review No. 2024-32, has been filed for this project.

FISCAL IMPACT
There is no fiscal impact associated with this action.

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EXHIBIT(S)

1. Tentative Tract Map

2. Final Tract Map
Submitted By: Rodolfo Rosas, P.E., Acting Executive Director – Public Works Agency Approved By: Alvaro Nuñez, City Manager
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City Attorney’s Office
www.santa-ana.gov/ca
Item # 13
City of Santa Ana
20 Civic Center Plaza, Santa Ana, CA 92701
Staff Report
August 4, 2026
TOPIC: Approve Legal Services Agreement

AGENDA TITLE
Legal Services Agreement with Fujii Law Group LLP (Non-General Fund)

RECOMMENDED ACTION
Authorize the City Manager to execute an agreement with Fujii Law Group, LLC for the period of August 4, 2026 through August 3, 2029, with an option to extend the term of the agreement for up to one (1) additional year, in the amount of $550,000 for legal services (Agreement No. A-2026-XXX).

GOVERNMENT CODE §84308 APPLIES: Yes

DISCUSSION
On November 24, 2025, the City engaged Fujii Law Group City for a one-year agreement for legal services for general municipal law advisory and litigation matters, including defense of police litigation. The total amount to be expended during the term of the Agreement was $50,000.

Fujii Law Group was engaged due to the vast municipal law and litigation related experience of its partner and founder, John Fujii. In his 30 years of legal experience, Mr.

Fujii’s expertise includes matters in State and Federal courts for civil litigation, civil rights, police, labor and employment, land use, and tort defense.

Fujii Law Group was initially engaged in the matter of Hightower v City of Santa Ana. An additional matter was referred to Fujii Law Group and the work performed on this requires the new proposed agreement. City staff recommends approval by the City Council for a new three-year agreement to allow for continued services to the City.

The City’s joint powers authority, Independent Cities Risk Management Authority (ICRMA), has set rates that it will apply towards fulfillment of the City’s self-insured retention for each lawsuit reported to it.

ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT
There is no environmental impact associated with this action.

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FISCAL IMPACT
Funds, as detailed below, are available in the budgeted amounts for FY 2026-27, and will be budgeted in future fiscal years for City Council consideration as follows:

Fiscal Year Accounting UnitAccount #Account
Description
Amount
FY 2026-27 08009051-64050 Liability & Property
Ins. Fund, Losses
Paid
$250,000
FY 2027-28 08009051-64050 Liability & Property
Ins. Fund, Losses
Paid
$250,000
FY 2028-29 08009051-64050 Liability & Property
Ins. Fund, Losses
Paid
$50,000
Total: $550,000

EXHIBIT(S)

1. Legal Services Agreement with Fujii Law Group, LLP
Submitted By: Sonia R. Carvalho, City Attorney
Approved By: Alvaro Nuñez, City Manager
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1 LEGAL SERVICES AGREEMENT WITH

FUJII LAW GROUP LLP
This AGREEMENT, made and entered into this 4th day of August, 2026, by and between Fujii Law Group LLP, a limited liability partnership (“Attorneys”), and the City of Santa Ana, a charter city and municipal corporation duly organized and existing under the constitution and laws of the State of California ("City”).

RECITALS
A. The City of Santa Ana and the City Attorney’s Office desire to employ Attorneys to assist the in-house attorneys for the City (“City Attorney”) in the provision of legal services to the City, for general municipal law advisory and litigation matters.

B. Attorneys represent that they are licensed to practice law in the State of California, have special experience and knowledge providing general municipal law advisory and litigation services and desire to undertake said service.

NOW THEREFORE, in consideration of the mutual and respective promises, and subject to the terms and conditions hereinafter set forth, the parties agree as follows:

1. RETENTION OF ATTORNEYS On an as-needed basis, and at the sole discretion of the City, City hereby agrees to and does retain Attorneys, for the compensation hereinafter specified, to assist the City Attorney with general municipal advisory and litigation matters, and to defend the City, its employees and its officials. Attorneys accept said retention and agree to perform, in a timely and efficient manner, all such services as may be requested by the City Attorney. Attorneys shall confirm their acceptance of work requested by City in writing by e-mail or letter.

2. COMPENSATION FOR SERVICES RENDERED
a. City agrees to compensate Attorneys, and Attorneys agree to accept from City, rates consistent with rates pursuant to the Independent Cities Risk Management Association (ICRMA) for payment in full for all services at the rate of $275.00 an hour for partners, $265.00 an hour for attorneys, and $125.00 an hour for paralegals. Time will be billed in 1/10th of an hour increments. b. The total sum to be expended under this Agreement, shall not exceed $550,000. c. City agrees to reimburse Attorneys for out-of-pocket expenses, including but not limited to, mileage, copying costs, service of process, and mail services authorized by the Executive Director of Human Resources in connection with the performance of duties under this Agreement.

In-house printing, copying, and reproduction charges will be reimbursed at the rate of 20 cents per page. Automobile travel will be reimbursed at the standard mileage rate in effect at the time of billing by the Internal Revenue Service. Any costs in excess of $5,000 require the approval of the City Attorney or designee prior to incurring the expense. All expenses must have supporting documentation submitted with the invoice.

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2 3. METHOD OF PAYMENT Attorneys shall submit a monthly statement specifying the services performed, dates and number of hours, and an itemization of expenses related thereto with supporting documentation (i.e. receipts, invoices, copy of check, etc.). City acknowledges that the fees incurred for work performed by Attorneys on its behalf are due and owing within 30 days of submitting the monthly statement to the City. City will not pay interest on unpaid monthly statements.

City and Attorneys agree that all payments due and owing under this Agreement shall be made through Automated Clearing House (ACH) transfers. City acknowledges that Attorneys have executed the City’s standard ACH Vendor Payment Authorization and provided required documentation, and, upon verification of the data provided, the City will be and is authorized to deposit payments directly into Attorneys’ account(s) with financial institutions. Payment need not be made for work which fails to meet the standards of performance set forth in the Recitals which may reasonably be expected by City.

4. CONTROL OF LEGAL MATTERS
Attorneys agree that each and every matter or proceeding in which they undertake to assist the City Attorney, as aforesaid, shall be and remain under, and subject to the control and direction of said City Attorney at all stages, and that they shall at all times keep the City Attorney informed of all matters pertaining thereto. City will keep Attorneys informed of all significant developments in matters relating to any representation undertaken by Attorneys. Attorneys further agree, if and when their retention hereunder is terminated by City, as hereinafter specified, they shall return to City Attorney any and all files then in their possession concerning each and every matter or proceeding in which they represented the City pursuant to this Agreement.

5. TERM The term of this Agreement shall commence on the date first written above and terminate three years from the effective date, above, unless terminated earlier pursuant to Section 15 below. The term of this Agreement may be extended for up to one (1) year upon a writing executed by both parties, including the City Manager and the City Attorney.

6. INDEPENDENT CONTRACTORS It is mutually agreed by and between the parties that, in the performance of their covenants hereunder, Attorneys are and shall be independent contractors, and not officers or employees of City.

7. INSURANCE Prior to undertaking performance of work under this Agreement, Attorneys shall maintain and shall require any subcontractors to obtain and maintain insurance as described below for the entire Term of this Agreement against claims for injuries to persons or damage to property which may arise from or in connection with services, products and materials supplied to City. Total cost of such insurance shall be borne by Attorneys.

MINIMUM SCOPE AND LIMIT OF INSURANCE

1. Commercial General Liability (CGL): Insurance Services Office Form CG 00 01 covering CGL on an “occurrence” basis, including products and completed operations, property damage, bodily injury and personal & advertising injury with limits no less than City Council 13 – 4 8/4/2026
3 $1,000,000 per occurrence and $2,000,000 aggregate. Required policy limits can be met with primary and umbrella/excess insurance policies.

2. Automobile Liability: Insurance Services Office Form CA 00 01 covering Code 1 (any auto), with limits no less than $1,000,000 combined single limits. In the event Attorney(s) does not maintain commercial automobile liability insurance, the City will accept evidence of Hired and Non-Owned Auto Liability coverage included on the General Liability policy by endorsement with limits no less than $1,000,000 combined single limit per occurrence.

This coverage addresses the City's vicarious liability exposure when Attorney(s) operate personal, hired, or rented automobiles while conducting business on behalf of the City.

Coverage may be provided through a combination of primary General Liability and umbrella/excess liability policies. Attorney(s) shall provide evidence that this endorsement is in effect on the General Liability policy.

3. Workers’ Compensation: as required by the State of California, with Statutory Limits, and Employer’s Liability Insurance with limit of no less than $1,000,000 per accident, policy or employee, for bodily injury or disease. Coverage is not required if Attorneys has no employees and signs request to waive such insurance.

4. Professional Liability Insurance: with limits no less than $1,000,000 per occurrence or claim, and $3,000,000 aggregate.

If Attorneys maintain broader coverage and/or higher limits than the minimum requirements for each line of coverage shown above, City requires and shall be entitled to the broader coverage and/or the higher limits maintained by Attorneys. Any available insurance proceeds in excess of the specified minimum limits of insurance and coverage shall be available to City.

Other Insurance Provisions
The above required insurance policies are to contain or be endorsed to contain the following provisions:

1. City, its City Council, its officers, officials, employees, agents, and volunteers are to be covered as additional insureds, under Attorneys’ CGL, and Automobile Liability policies, with respect to any liability arising out of work or operations performed by or on behalf of the Instructor including materials, parts, equipment, and personnel furnished in connection with such work or operations.

2. Attorneys’ Insurance company(ies) agrees to waive all rights of subrogation against City, its City Council, its officers, officials, employees, agents, and volunteers for losses paid under the terms of any policy which arise from work performed by Attorneys under this Agreement.

3. For any claims related to this contract, Attorneys’ insurance coverage shall be primary and any insurance maintained by City, its City Council, its officers, officials, employees, agents, or volunteers shall not contribute with it.

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4 4. A severability of interest provision must apply for all the additional insureds, ensuring that Attorneys’ insurance shall apply separately to each insured against whom a claim is made or suit is brought, except with respect to the insurer’s limits of liability.

5. Insurance policies required herein shall provide that coverage shall not be canceled, suspended, voided, reduced in coverage or in limits, non-renewed by the carrier, or materially changed except after thirty (30) days prior written notice has been given to City.

Ten (10) days prior written notice shall be provided to City for policy cancellation or nonrenewal due to non-payment of premium.

6. Certificate Holder on each Evidence of Insurance certificate shall be: City of Santa Ana, Attention: Risk Management Office, 20 Civic Center Plaza, M-24, Santa Ana, CA 92701.

The name and location of project must be included in the Description of Operations section of each certificate.

Self-Insured Retentions
Self-insured retentions must be declared to and approved by the City. The City may require the Attorneys to purchase coverage with a lower retention or provide proof of ability to pay losses and related investigations, claim administration, and defense expenses within the retention.

Acceptability of Insurers
Insurance is to be placed with insurers authorized to conduct business in the State of California with a current A.M. Best rating of no less than A:VII, unless otherwise acceptable to City.

Verification of Coverage
Attorneys shall furnish City with original Certificates of Insurance including all required amendatory endorsements (or copies of the applicable policy language effecting coverage required by this clause) and a copy of the Declarations and Endorsement Page of the CGL policy listing all policy endorsements before work begins. However, failure to obtain the required documents prior to the work beginning shall not waive Attorneys’ obligation to provide them.

City reserves the right to require complete, certified copies of all required insurance policies, including endorsements required by these specifications, at any time.

Special Risks or Circumstances
City reserves the right to modify these requirements, including limits, based on the nature of the risk, prior experience, insurer, coverage, or other special circumstances.

8. INDEMNIFICATION Attorneys agree to and shall indemnify and hold harmless the City, its officers, agents, employees, and representatives from liability for personal injury, damages, restitution, judicial or equitable relief to the extent caused by Attorneys’ negligent or wrongful performance or conduct related to this Agreement.

9. CONFIDENTIALITY All information and documents shared with Attorneys as well as all work performed by Attorneys in connection with this Agreement should be treated as strictly confidential. Confidential information disclosed to either party by any subsidiary and/or agent of City Council 13 – 6 8/4/2026
5 the other party is covered by this Agreement. The foregoing obligations of non-use and nondisclosure shall not apply to any information that (a) has been disclosed in publicly available sources; (b) is, through no fault of the Attorneys, disclosed in a publicly available source; (c) is in rightful possession of the Attorneys without an obligation of confidentiality; (d) is required to be disclosed by operation of law; or (e) is independently developed by the Attorneys without reference to information disclosed by the City.

10. CONFLICT OF INTEREST CLAUSE Attorneys covenant that it presently has no interests and shall not have interests, direct or indirect, that would conflict in any manner with performance of services specified under this Agreement.

11. NOTICE Any notice, tender, demand, delivery, or other communication pursuant to this Agreement shall be in writing and shall be deemed to be properly given if delivered in person or mailed by first class or certified mail, postage prepaid, or sent by telefacsimile or other telegraphic communication in the manner provided in this Section, to the following persons:

To City: City Clerk
City of Santa Ana
20 Civic Center Plaza (M-30)
P.O. Box 1988
Santa Ana, California 92702-1988
Courtesy Copy: City Attorney’s Office
City of Santa Ana
20 Civic Center Plaza (M-29)
P.O. Box 1988
Santa Ana, California 92702
To Attorneys: John Fujii, Esq.

Fujii Law Group LLP
19200 Von Karman Ave., Ste. 360
Irvine CA 92612
A party may change its address by giving notice in writing to the other party. Thereafter, any notice, tender, demand, delivery, or other communication shall be addressed and transmitted to the new address. If sent by mail, communication shall be effective or deemed to have been given three (3) days after it has been deposited in the United States mail, duly registered or certified, with postage prepaid, and addressed as set forth above. If sent by telefacsimile, communication shall be effective or deemed to have been given twenty-four (24) hours after the time set forth on the transmission report issued by the transmitting facsimile machine, addressed as set forth above. For purposes of calculating these time frames, weekends, federal, state, County or City holidays shall be excluded.

12. EXCLUSIVITY AND AMENDMENT This Agreement represents the complete and exclusive statement between the City and Attorneys, and supersedes any and all other agreements, oral or written, between the parties. In the event of a conflict between the terms of this Agreement City Council 13 – 7 8/4/2026
6 and any attachments hereto, the terms of this Agreement shall prevail. This Agreement may not be modified except by written instrument signed by the City and by an authorized representative of Attorneys. The parties agree that any terms or conditions of any purchase order or other instrument that are inconsistent with, or in addition to, the terms and conditions hereof, shall not bind or obligate Attorneys or the City. Each party to this Agreement acknowledges that no representations, inducements, promises or agreements, orally or otherwise, have been made by any party, or anyone acting on behalf of any parties, which are not embodied herein.

13. ASSIGNMENT Inasmuch as this Agreement is intended to secure the specialized services of Attorneys, Attorneys may not assign, transfer, delegate, or subcontract any interest herein without the prior written consent of the City and any such assignment, transfer, delegation or subcontract without the City’s prior written consent shall be considered null and void. Nothing in this Agreement shall be construed to limit the City’s ability to have any of the services which are the subject of this Agreement performed by City personnel or by other Attorneys retained by City.

14. TERMINATION This Agreement may be terminated by City at any time. In such event, Attorneys shall be entitled to receive and the City shall pay Attorneys compensation for all services performed by Attorneys prior to receipt of such notice of termination. As a condition of such payment, Attorneys shall deliver to the City all files and records generated under this Agreement as of such date.

Attorneys may terminate this agreement, subject to their obligation to provide written reasonable notice of at least thirty (30) days to arrange alternative representation. In such case, City agrees to secure new counsel as quickly as possible and to cooperate fully in the substitution of the new counsel as counsel of record in in the Actions.

15. NON-DISCRIMINATION Attorneys shall not discriminate because of race, color, creed, religion, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, gender, medical conditions, genetic information, or military and veteran status, age, national origin, ancestry, or disability, as defined and prohibited by applicable law, in the recruitment, selection, teaching, training, utilization, promotion, termination or other employment related activities or any services provided under this Agreement. Attorneys affirm that it is an equal opportunity employer and shall comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws and regulations.

16. JURISDICTION – VENUE This Agreement has been executed and delivered in the State of California and the validity, interpretation, performance, and enforcement of any of the clauses of this Agreement shall be determined and governed by the laws of the State of California. Both parties further agree that Orange County, California, shall be the venue for any action or proceeding that may be brought or arise out of, in connection with or by reason of this Agreement.

17. MISCELLANEOUS PROVISIONS Each undersigned represents and warrants that its signature herein below has the power, authority and right to bind their respective parties to each of the terms of this Agreement, and shall indemnify City fully, including reasonable costs and attorney’s fees, for any injuries or damages to City in the event that such authority or power is not, in fact, held by the signatory or is withdrawn.

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7 18. COUNTERPARTS; SIGNATURES This Agreement may be executed in counterparts, secured via facsimile transmission or otherwise, each of which shall be deemed to be an original.

Photocopies of any executed counterpart shall have the same force and effect as an original. City further acknowledges that it has read and received a copy the full text Section 6148 of the California Business and Professions Code prior to signing this Agreement.

19. NO GUARANTEES City understands and acknowledges that there are certain risks and uncertainties in the pursuit of any matter for which Attorneys have been retained, that law is not an exact science, that Attorneys have made no representations or guarantees of success regarding the conclusion of any particular matter.

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties hereto have executed this Agreement the day and year first above written.

ATTEST:

_________________________
Jennifer L. Hall
City Clerk
APPROVED AS TO FORM:

SONIA R. CARVALHO
City Attorney
By: _________________________
Tamara Bogosian
Senior Assistant City Attorney

CITY OF SANTA ANA
____________________________
Alvaro Nuñez
City Manager

FUJII LAW GROUP, LLP
___________________________
John Fujii, Esq.

Partner
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City Manager’s Office
www.santa-ana.gov/cm
Item # 14
City of Santa Ana
20 Civic Center Plaza, Santa Ana, CA 92701
Staff Report
August 4, 2026
TOPIC: Communications and Media-Related Services

AGENDA TITLE
Agreement with Tripepi Smith and Associates, Inc. for Communication and MediaRelated Services (Specification No. 25-147) (General Fund)

RECOMMENDED ACTION
Authorize the City Manager to execute an agreement with Tripepi Smith and Associates, Inc. to provide communication and media-related services for a three-year term in an amount not to exceed $150,000 annually from August 4, 2026 through August 3, 2029 with the option for two (2) one-year extensions for a total not-to-exceed amount of $750,000 (Agreement No. A-2026-XXX).

GOVERNMENT CODE §84308 APPLIES: Yes

DISCUSSION
The City of Santa Ana issued Request for Proposals (RFP) No. 25-147 to solicit qualified firms to provide communication and media-related services. These services include strategic communications, digital and social media management, media relations, creative content development, event production support, website services, output and distribution services, and staff training to support the City's ongoing public information and community engagement efforts.

The purpose of these services is to support the City's public information, community engagement, branding, and outreach efforts through strategic communication and professional content development. Effective communication helps keep residents informed, engaged, and connected to the programs, services, and initiatives that impact their community. By providing timely, accurate, and accessible information across a variety of platforms, these services promote transparency, encourage community participation, and enhance the City's ability to reach and engage diverse audiences.

Request for Proposals (RFP) No. 25-147 was issued on December 18, 2025, on the City’s online bid management and publication system. A summary of vendor participation and results is as follows:

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265 Vendors notified
18 Santa Ana vendors notified
57 Vendors downloaded the RFP packet
14 Responsive proposals received
2 Responsive proposals received from Santa Ana vendors
Proposals were opened on February 10, 2026, and evaluated. Fourteen proposals were received by the RFP deadline and were determined to be responsive to the specifications and met the City's requirements. An evaluation committee reviewed and scored all 14 proposals using the evaluation criteria established in the RFP. The four highest-ranked firms are summarized below:

Firm Rank Score
Tripepi Smith and Associates 1 94.67
JPW Communications 2 94.33
Rocket Launch 3 89.00
Communications LAB 4 88.33
Staff recommends awarding an agreement to the highest-ranked firm, Tripepi Smith and Associates. Based on the evaluation process, the firm demonstrated the strongest overall qualifications, technical expertise, staffing resources, and strategic capabilities to effectively support the City's communications and public engagement objectives. The agreement includes a standard termination provision that allows the City to terminate the agreement upon thirty (30) days' written notice.

ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT
There is no environmental impact associated with this action.

FISCAL IMPACT
Funding is available in the current FY 2026-27 budget, and funding for subsequent fiscal years will be included in proposed budgets for City Council consideration. Funding allocations for the renewal option years will follow the same account allocation shown below. The table below shows the breakdown for the three-year term and the renewal options:

Fiscal
Year
Department Accounting
Unit –
Account #
Fund
Description
Accounting
Unit, Account
Description
Amount
FY 26-27 City 01103012- General Fund Professional $150,000 Manager’s 62300 Contract
Office Services
FY 27-28 City 01103012- General Fund Professional $150,000 Manager’s 62300 Contract
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Office Services
FY 28-29 City 01103012- General Fund Professional $150,000 Manager’s 62300 Contract
Office Services
FY 29-30 City 01103012- General Fund Professional $150,000 Manager’s 62300 Contract
Office Services
FY 30-31 City 01103012- General Fund Professional $150,000 Manager’s 62300 Contract
Office Services
TOTAL $750,000

EXHIBIT(S)

1. Agreement with Tripepi Smith and Associates
Submitted By: Paul Eakins, Public Affairs Information Officer Approved By: Alvaro Nuñez, City Manager
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AGREEMENT WITH TRIPEPI SMITH & ASSOCIATES INC TO PROVIDE

COMMUNICATIONS AND MEDIA RELATED SRVICES
THIS AGREEMENT is made and entered into on this 4th day of August, 2026 by and between Tripepi Smith & Associates, Inc., a California Corporation (“Consultant”), and the City of Santa Ana, a charter city and municipal corporation organized and existing under the Constitution and laws of the State of California (“City”).

RECITALS
On December 18, 2025, the City issued Request for Proposal No. 25-147, by which it sought Consultants to provide comprehensive communications, media, and creative services.

Consultant submitted a responsiveproposal selected by the City. Consultant represents that it is able and willing to provide the services described in the scope of work that was included in REP No. 25-147 andattached as Exhibit A. Consultant’s proposal shall be incorporated by reference as though fully attached here to this Agreement.

In undertaking the performance of this Agreement, Consultant represents that it is knowledgeable in its field and that any services performed by Consultant under this Agreement will be performed in compliance with such standards as may reasonably be expected from a professional consulting firm in the field.

NOW THEREFORE, in consideration of the mutual and respective promises, and subject to the terms and conditions hereinafter setforth, the parties agree as follows;

1. SCOPE OF SERVICES
Consultant shall perform during the term of this Agreement, the tasks and obligations including all labor, materials, tools, equipment, and incidental customary work required to fully and adequately complete the services described and set forth in Exhibit A and Consultant’s proposed work plan listed as Exhibit B, attached hereto and incorporated by reference.

2. COMPENSATION
City agrees to pay, and Consultant agrees to accept as total payment for its services for City, the rates and charges identified in Exhibit C. The total amount to be expended during the term of this Agreement, including any extension periods exercised by the Parties, shall not exceed $750,000. Annual expenditures, as defined in Section 3 below, shall not exceed $150,000.
a.
b. Payment by City shall be made within forty-five (45) days following receipt of proper invoice evidencing work performed, subjeet to City aceounting procedures. City and Consultant agree that all payments due and owing under this Agreement shall be made through Automated Clearing House (ACH) transfers. Consultant agrees to exeeute the City’s standard ACH Vendor Payment Authorization and provide required documentation. Upon verification of the data provided, the City will be authorized to City Council 14 – 4 8/4/2026
deposit payments direetly into Consultant’s account(s) with financial institutions.

Payment need not be made for work which fails to meet the standards of performance set forth in the Recitals which may reasonably be expected by City.

3. TERM
This Agreement shall commence on August 4, 2026 for a three (3)-year term with the option for the City to grant up to a two (2) one (1) year extension(s), exercisable by a writing by the City Manager and the City Attorney, unless terminated earlier in accordance with Section 15, below.

4. INDEPENDENT CONTRACTOR
Consultant shall, during the entire term of this Agreement, be construed to be an independent Contractor and not an employee of the City. This Agreement is not intended nor shall it be construed to create an employer-employee relationship, a joint venture relationship, or to allow the City to exercise discretion or control over the professional manner in which Consultant performs the services which are the subject matter of this Agreement; however, the services to be provided by Consultant shall be provided in a manner consistent with all applicable standards and regulations governing such services. Consultant shall pay all salaries and wages, employer's social security taxes, unemployment insurance and similar taxes relating to employees and shall be responsible for all applicable withholding taxes.

5. OWNERSHIP OF MATERIALS
This Agreement creates a non-exclusive and perpetual license for City to copy, use, modify, reuse, or sublicense any and all copyrights, designs, and other intellectual property embodied in plans, specifications, studies, drawings, estimates, and other documents or works of authorship fixed in any tangible medium of expression, including but not limited to, physical drawings or data magnetically or otherwise recorded on computer diskettes, which are prepared or caused to be prepared by Consultant under this Agreement (“Documents & Data”). Consultant shall require all subcontractors to agree in writing that City is granted a non-exclusive and perpetual license for any Documents & Data the subcontractor prepares under this Agreement.

Consultant represents and warrants that Consultant has the legal right to license any and all Documents & Data. Consultant makes no such representation and warranty in regard to Documents & Data which were provided to Consultant by the City. City shall not be limited in any way in its use of the Documents and Data at any time, provided that any such use not within the purposes intended by this Agreement shall be at City’s sole risk.

6. INSURANCE
Insurance requirements are attached hereto as Exhibit D.

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7. INDEMNIFICATION
Consultant agrees to defend, and shall indemnify and hold harmless the City, its officers, agents, employees, contractors, special counsel, and representatives from liability: (1) for personal injury, damages, just compensation, restitution, judicial or equitable relief arising out of claims for personal injury, including death, and claims for property damage, which may arise from the negligent operations of the Consultant, its subcontractors, agents, employees, or other persons acting on its behalf which relates to the services described in section 1 of this Agreement; and (2) from any claim that personal injury, damages, just compensation, restitution, judieial or equitable relief is due by reason of the terms of or effects arising from this Agreement. This indemnity and hold harmless agreement applies to all claims for damages, just compensation, restitution, judicial or equitable relief suffered, or alleged to have been suffered, by reason of the events referred to in this Section or by reason of the terms of, or effects, arising from this Agreement. The Consultant further agrees to indemnify, hold harmless, and pay all costs for the defense of the City, including fees and costs for special counsel to be selected by the City, regarding any action by a third party challenging the validity of this Agreement, or asserting that personal injury, damages, just compensation, restitution, judicial or equitable relief due to personal or property rights arises by reason of the terms of, or effects arising from this Agreement. City may make all reasonable decisions with respect to its representation in any legal proceeding. Notwithstanding the foregoing, to the extent Consultant’s services are subject to Civil Code Section 2782.8, the above indemnity shall be limited, to the extent required by Civil Code Section 2782.8, to claims that arise out of, pertain to, or relate to the negligence, recklessness, or willful misconduct of the Consultant.

8. INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY INDEMNIFICATION
Consultant shall defend and indemnify the City, its officers, agents, representatives, and employees against any and all liability, including costs, for infringement of any United States’ letters patent, trademark, or copyright infringement, including costs, contained in the work product or documents provided by Consultant to the City pursuant to this Agreement.

9. RECORDS
Consultant shall keep records and invoices in connection with the work to be performed under this Agreement. Consultant shall maintain complete and accurate records with respect to the costs incurred under this Agreement and any services, expenditures, and disbursements charged to the City for a minimum period of three (3) years, or for any longer period required by law, from the date of final payment to Consultant under this Agreement. All such records and invoices shall be clearly identifiable. Consultant shall allow a representative of the City to examine, audit, and make transcripts or copies of such records and any other documents created pursuant to this Agreement during regular business hours. Consultant shall allow inspection of all work, data, documents, proceedings, and activities related to this Agreement for a period of three (3) years from the date of final payment to Consultant under this Agreement.

10. CONFIDENTIALITY
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information is reasonably understood to be eonfidential and/or proprietary, Consultant agrees that it shall not use or diselose such information except in the performance of this Agreement, and further agrees to exercise the same degree of care it uses to protect its own information of like importance, but in no event less than reasonable care. “Confidential Information” shall include all nonpublic information. Confidential information includes not only written information, but also information transferred orally, visually, electronically, or by other means. Confidential information disclosed to either party by any subsidiary and/or agent of the other party is covered by this Agreement. The foregoing obligations of non-use and nondisclosure shall not apply to any information that (a) has been disclosed in publicly available sources; (b) is, through no fault of the Consultant disclosed in a publicly available source; (c) is in rightful possession of the Consultant without an obligation of confidentiality; (d) is required to be disclosed by operation of law; or (e) is independently developed by the Consultant without reference to information disclosed by the City.

11. CONFLICT OF INTEREST CLAUSE
Consultant covenants that it presently has no interests and shall not have interests, direct or indirect, which would conflict in any manner with performance of services specified under this Agreement.
a.
b. No immediate family members of either the Mayor, City Council Member, or any appointed City Official, including appointed board and commission members, as defined under the City’s Municipal Code, whose position with the City shall award or influence the award of this Agreement, or any competing contract or amendment thereof, shall be employed in any capacity by the Consultant or have any other direct or indirect financial benefit or interest in this Agreement. c. The section also prohibits the awarding of any agreement, contract, grant, or any amendment to those awards, to any former full-time employee for one-year from date of employee separation except for any CalPERS retiree as authorized by City Council resolution
d. The Consultant must comply with all conflict of interest laws, ordinances, and regulations now in effect or hereafter to be enacted during the term of this Agreement.

The Consultant warrants that it is not now aware of any facts which conflict with the prohibitions defined above. If the Consultant hereafter becomes aware of any facts that might reasonably be expected to create a conflict of interest, it must immediately make full written disclosure of such facts to the City. Full written disclosure must include, but is not limited to, identification of all persons implicated and a complete description of all relevant circumstances. Failure to comply with the provisions of this paragraph will be a material breach of this Agreement.
e. Consultant covenants that none of its directors, officers, employees, or agents shall participate in selecting or administrating any subcontract supported (in whole or in part) by City funds stemming from the Agreement where the awarding of the subcontract has any direct or indirect financial benefit or interest to any individual, as defined in City Council 14 – 7 8/4/2026
subsections (b) and (c) above.

12. NON-DISCRIMINATION
Consultant shall not discriminate because of race, color, creed, religion, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, gender, medical conditions, genetic information, or military and veteran status, age, national origin, ancestry, or disability, as defined and prohibited by applicable law, in the recruitment, selection, teaching, training, utilization, promotion, termination or other employment related activities or any services provided under this Agreement. Consultant affirms that it is an equal opportunity employer and shall comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws and regulations.

13. EXCLUSIVITY AND AMENDMENT
This Agreement represents the complete and exclusive statement between the City and Consultant, and supersedes any and all other agreements, oral or written, between the parties. In the event of a conflict between the terms of this Agreement and any attachments hereto, the terms of this Agreement shall prevail. This Agreement may not be modified except by written instrument signed by the City and by an authorized representative of Consultant. The parties agree that any terms or conditions of any purchase order or other instrument that are inconsistent with, or in addition to, the terms and conditions hereof, shall not bind or obligate Consultant or the City. Each party to this Agreement acknowledges that no representations, inducements, promises or agreements, orally or otherwise, have been made by any party, or anyone acting on behalf of any party, which is not embodied herein.

14. ASSIGNMENT
Inasmuch as this Agreement is intended to secure the specialized services of Consultant, Consultant may not assign, transfer, delegate, or subcontract any interest herein without the prior written consent of the City and any such assignment, transfer, delegation or subcontract without the City's prior written consent shall be considered null and void. Nothing in this Agreement shall be construed to limit the City’s ability to have any of the services which are the subject to this Agreement performed by City personnel or by other Consultants retained by City.

15. TERMINATION
This Agreement may be terminated by the City upon thirty (30) days written notice of termination. In such event. Consultant shall be entitled to receive and the City shall pay Consultant compensation for all services performed by Consultant prior to receipt of such notice of termination, subject to the following conditions:

As a condition of such payment, the Executive Director may require Consultant to deliver to the City all work product(s) completed as of such date, and in such case such work product shall be the property of the City unless prohibited by law, and Consultant consents to the City's use thereof for such purposes as the City deems appropriate.
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Payment need not be made for work which fails to meet the standard of performance specified in the Recitals of this Agreement. b.

16. WAIVER
No waiver of breach, failure of any condition, or any right or remedy contained in or granted by the provisions of this Agreement shall be effective unless it is in writing and signed by the party waiving the breach, failure, right or remedy. No waiver of any breach, failure or right, or remedy shall be deemed a waiver of any other breach, failure, right or remedy, whether or not similar, nor shall any waiver constitute a continuing waiver unless the writing so specifies.

17. JURISDICTION - VENUE
This Agreement has been executed and delivered in the State of California and the validity, interpretation, performance, and enforcement of any of the clauses of this Agreement shall be determined and governed by the laws of the State of California. Both parties further agree that Orange County, California, shall be the venue for any action or proceeding that may be brought or arise out of, in connection with or by reason of this Agreement.

18. PROFESSIONAL LICENSES
Consultant shall, throughout the term of this Agreement, maintain all necessary licenses, permits, approvals, waivers, and exemptions necessary for the provision of the services hereunder and required by the laws and regulations of the United States, the State of California, the City of Santa Ana and all other governmental agencies. Consultant shall notify the City immediately and in writing of its inability to obtain or maintain such permits, licenses, approvals, waivers, and exemptions. Said inability shall be cause for termination of this Agreement.

19. NOTICE
Any notice, tender, demand, delivery, or other communication pursuant to this Agreement shall be in writing and shall be deemed to be properly given if delivered in person or mailed by first class or certified mail, postage prepaid, or sent by fax or other telegraphic communication in the manner provided in this Section, to the following persons:

To City:

City Clerk
City of Santa Ana
20 Civic Center Plaza (M-30)
P.O. Box 1988
Santa Ana, CA 92702-1988
Fax: 714- 647-6956
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With courtesy copies to:

City Manager's Office
City of Santa Ana
20 Civic Center Plaza (M-31)
P.O. Box 1988
Santa Ana, California 92702
To Consultant:

Tripepi Smith & Associates, Inc.

Attn: Ryder Todd Smith
22702 Crown Valley Pkwy., Ste. D4-139
Ladera Ranch, CA 92694
A party may change its address by giving notice in writing to the other party. Thereafter, any communication shall be addressed and transmitted to the new address. If sent by mail, communication shall be effective or deemed to have been given three (3) days after it has been deposited in the United States mail, duly registered or certified, with postage prepaid, and addressed as set forth above. If sent by fax, communication shall be effective or deemed to have been given twenty-four (24) hours after the time set forth on the transmission report issued by the transmitting facsimile machine, addressed as set forth above. For purposes of calculating these time frames, weekends, federal, state, County or City holidays shall be excluded.

20. MISCELLANEOUS PROVISIONS
a. Each undersigned represents and warrants that its signature herein below has the power, authority and right to bind their respective parties to each of the terms of this Agreement, and shall indemnify City fully, including reasonable costs and attorney's fees, for any injuries or damages to City in the event that such authority or power is not, in fact, held by the signatory or is withdrawn. b. All Exhibits referenced herein and attached hereto shall be incorporated as if fully set forth in the body of this Agreement.
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SIGNATURE PAGE TO AGREEMENT WITH TRIPEPI SMITH & ASSOCIATES INC

TO PROVIDE COMMUNICATIONS AND MEDIA RELATED SERVICES
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties hereto have executed this Agreement the date and year first above written.

ATTEST:

Jennifer L. Hall
City Clerk
APPROVED AS TO FORM:

SONIA R. CARVALHO
City Attorney
/2Assi::ty By:�
than T. Martinez�
Attorney

CITY OF SANTA ANA
Alvaro Nufiez
City Manager
CONSULTANT:

Ryder Todd Smith
President
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EXHIBIT A

SCOPE OF SERVICES
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CITY OF SANTA ANA

EXHIBIT A

SCOPE OF SERVICES
Consultant shall perform services as set forth below.

The City seeks a qualified firm to provide comprehensive communications, media, and creative services. The selected contractor will support strategic messaging, branding, public engagement, and content development across multiple platforms to ensure consistent, effective, and high-quality communications. The City is seeking a firm that can provide all or at least 4 (four) of the below services. The City may award to multiple firms in order to obtain all the services listed below. Please indicate in your proposal which of these services you are able to provide. Include what the typical timeline would be to provide the below services or to produce specific content, such as social media posts, press releases, videos, photos and other deliverables.

1. OPTION A: Strategic Communications, Marketing & Planning a. Develop and implement communications, marketing, and outreach strategies, b. Conduct research, surveys, and audience analyses to inform communication plans, c. Provide strategic guidance on messaging, positioning, and brand alignment, d. Facilitate message-alignment sessions with City departments and leadership to maintain internal consistency in tone and style.

2. OPTION B: Digital & Social Media Services
a. Manage the City's social media channels, including content planning, posting, monitoring, and response strategies,
b. Develop and optimize web and social media strategies, including analytics, SEO/SEM, and performance metrics,
c. Provide website support and maintenance as needed,
d. Create and distribute email campaigns and newsletters, e. Deliver a Monthly Metrics and Analytics Report summarizing performance across digital platforms.

3. OPTION C: Media & Public Relations
a. Manage media, stakeholder, public, and government relations efforts, b. Draft and distribute press releases, media alerts, news articles, and related materials, c. Provide on-call support for press release development and crisis communications as needed,
d. Coordinate interviews, press briefings, and media opportunities, e. Deliver media training workshops for City staff and Councilmembers.

4. OPTION D: Creative Services & Content Development
a. Graphic design for digital, print, and out-of-home applications, b. Brand and logo development, refinement, and implementation, c. Writing, editorial services, thought leadership content, and content marketing, d. Illustration, infographics, and visual storytelling assets, e. Photography services for events, portraits, and campaigns, f. Videography, broadcasting, podcasting, and drone services, g. Animation and motion graphics production,
h. Production of digital, print, radio, and out-of-home advertising.

5. OPTION E: Event Production & Technical Support
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CITY OF SANTA ANA
a. Provide production services for City events, public meetings, virtual gatherings, and presentations,
b. Deliver technical support for audio, video, livestreaming, and hybrid events, c. Support City staff with training and preparation for public appearances and presentations.

6. OPTION F: Web Design & Implementation
a. Design, update, and implement website features and layouts, b. Ensure accessible, user-friendly design aligned with City branding, c. Provide ongoing website optimization,
d. Assist with website updates and compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act Title II Web and Mobile Application Accessibility Rule.

7. OPTION G: Output & Distribution Services
a. Manage digital distribution of communications and marketing materials, b. Coordinate print production, print management, and mail-handling services, c. Provide campaign asset delivery across multiple platforms.

8. OPTION H: Staff Training 8( Capacity Building
a. Deliver training for City staff on media relations, social media, photography, branding, and related competencies,
b. Provide training and support for virtual platforms, presentation skills, and event facilitation.

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EXHIBIT B
CONSULTANT’S PROPOSED WORK PLAN
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D. PROPOSED WORK PLAN
Santa Ana’s Needs
The City of Santa Ana is seeking a partner in reaching and engaging its community through ongoing and as-needed communication and media-related services. As the County Seat of Orange County, the City is known for its vibrancy, arts and diversity, along with a strong mission to deliver efficient public services within an informed community that harvests a diverse economy with a strong emphasis on youth opportunity and resident quality of life.

We will accomplish these goals through an array of communication support services, which support consistent strategic messaging, branding, public engagement and content development.

Tripepi Smith’s Approach
Tripepi Smith is proposing comprehensive communications support aligned with each of the City’s requested service options A through H. We will deliver the services using clear, consistent workflow tailored to the City’s needs through ongoing and as-needed communications and media-related services. Our general workflow is highlighted below under Project Management, and option-specific services are outlined within each option.

Quality assurance is ensured across Tripepi Smith through a rigorous procedure of internal review before work product ever makes it to clients for review. Principals, Directors and Senior Business Analysts are all in the upper echelon of the workflow, responsible for final quality assurance of work produced by their peers. Tripepi Smith sets clear deadlines with clients to ensure expectations are met.

Every team member holds each other accountable so that deliverables are produced in the most efficient manner possible.

Project Management
Tripepi Smith begins all engagements with a kickoff meeting with the client to introduce personnel to one another, define Key Performance Indicators (metrics, goals and timelines), review project management processes and ensure each stakeholder has a full understanding of their responsibilities.

Tripepi Smith primarily uses the following tools to manage projects:
• Google Workspace for email, creating real-time collaborative documents and instant messaging • Zoom or Google Meet for conference calls
• Sprout Social for social media management; posting and monitoring comments/messages • Meltwater for media intelligence and media relations
• Kantata for project/task management, internal project status updates and time entry These tools enable project managers to quickly determine a project’s budget status, review the schedule of tasks, send rapid notifications to the whole team if issues arise and, generally, sustain momentum on our efforts.
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Communication Methods
Regular check-in calls with the City are a primary communication method for Tripepi Smith, as they provide a forum to coordinate our efforts with staff and sustain momentum on projects. Dependent upon project need, Tripepi Smith will schedule a recurring, weekly, bi-weekly or monthly call(s) that will include designated lead(s) for our engagement. These calls will generally focus on trends, new issues or concerns that need to be communicated to us, identification of major themes or ideas to address in the coming weeks, a general review of city staff, tools in place and platforms that we need access to in order to effectively jump into and call to action. We produce work, such as social media posts and responses, in a shared workspace where you can see progress in real time and provide instant feedback. These processes and tools allow for enhanced collaboration and expedite the production process
Option A: Strategic Communications, Marketing & Planning Effective communication and informed participation are key to the successful delivery of City services.

Santa Ana’s aim is to improve communication processes, toolsets and tactics so that it is communicating early and often in order to build trust, dialogue, engagement, understanding, relationships and support within the community. From policy education to capital improvement projects, Tripepi Smith offers comprehensive strategic communications support to achieve your agency's outreach and engagement goals for any initiative. Through a dedicated strategy tailored to your target audience, our team can help you leverage a robust communications toolset to garner interest and participation.

Our strategic communications services include:
• Creating and executing strategic
communications plans
• Developing talking points
• Developing and distributing internal and
external surveys
• Developing and managing a dedicated
website
Strategic Planning Meetings/Sessions
Tripepi Smith will facilitate triannual strategic planning sessions with key City stakeholders, including the Executive Team and department leadership as appropriate. These meetings bring together leaders throughout the organization to:

1. Reflect on communications wins and lessons learned picked up in the previous four months

2. Create a plan for outreach in the coming months. We typically collaborate on a Content Calendar in a Google Sheet for easy reference on what external communications need to happen in the coming six to 12 months
Talking about communications in local government for almost two hours usually gets everyone’s brains churning about how they can get the word out on that next big program or new event. The nature of our work gives us the ability to probe deeper into city events and programs while still thinking broadly about how to get the word out on them. As we discuss audience perceptions and interests, go over best practices and the reasoning/data to back them up, the conversation about communications becomes Developing marketing plans
Executing phone and email outreach
Engaging stakeholders in focus groups
Placing digital and print advertisements
Writing and distributing public service
announcements
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more than just a strategy meeting. Staff builds perspective on their role as communicators on behalf of their department and the agency. As a result, they become more invested in outreach Strategic Communications Pians
As we’ve seen and know, the City of Santa Ana is committed to continuously improving its communication processes. An objective, third-party review, can identify strengths, weaknesses and opportunities for growth. Our data-driven analysis of your digital platforms and stakeholder interviews offers actionable insights to inform strategic decision-making. Our tailored recommendations will empower you to enhance your messaging, engage with the public more effectively and ultimately boost your overall communication effectiveness. For Santa Ana, effective communication and public engagement means;
• Improving public access to timely, helpful and accurate information about the City and its services; • Providing multiple easy, meaningful and successful ways to engage with the City; and • Promoting transparency in the City’s decision-making process and outcomes of key citywide issues that affect the daily lives of our community.

A Communications Plan serves as a roadmap for achieving these outcomes. The Plan serves two main purposes:

1. It is an internal resource for City staff as they carry out day-to-day communications and public engagement activities.

2. It demonstrates the City's commitment to effective communications and meaningful engagement with its community.

Drawing on our experience working with the City, Tripepi Smith will tailor the communications planning process to Santa Ana’s established practices, priorities, and internal culture. Rather than starting from scratch, our process builds on institutional knowledge, existing tools and lessons learned.

Tripepi Smith will begin this engagement with a whiteboard session with the project team. It is up to the client whether that meeting be in-person or virtual, which will impact the budget.

During the whiteboard session, we will have a robust discussion around priorities to accomplish and the timeline for implementing each objective. Following the whiteboard session, Tripepi Smith will develop a comprehensive plan that provides both guidance for internal workflows and processes, as well as detailed action steps to achieve each objective.

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The Strategic Communications Pian wiii include:
• Communications goals, objectives,
strategies and tactics
• Internal workflow
• Target audiences and messaging
framework
Option B: Digital and Social Media Services
Over the past year, Tripepi Smith has developed social media content and carried out digital placements for Santa Ana which align with the City’s voice, brand standards and community expectations. We have also been the City’s partner for timely website updates, comprehensive media monitoring and newsletter creation. Because
Implementation timeline
Measuring success
Education and outreach packages
Social Media Management and Content Development
• Content Creation: Our content creation process includes planning, fact-checking, graphic coordination, editing, and scheduling across platforms including Facebook, Instagram, X, Linkedin, and Nextdoor.
• Monitoring: Tripepi Smith will monitor Santa Ana’s social media site inboxes seven days a week for customer service opportunities, mainly responding to questions. • Additional: Our work also includes optimizing social media accounts to enhance performance and/or take advantage of useful features. "Boosted Posts" and other targeted advertisements are also helpful in disseminating information to community members. Tripepi Smith is fully capable of running and tracking these paid campaigns (fees to be agreed upon and paid by Santa Ana).

Media Intelligence
Over the past year, Tripepi Smith has developed a strong understanding of Santa Ana’s media environment, regional outlets and the issues that tend to generate public interest. Our media intelligence services are designed to help the City stay informed, anticipate emerging topics and respond strategically.

Our media intelligence services blend our in-house expertise with the advanced software of Meltwater, an enterprise-class, comprehensive media monitoring solution that streamlines media monitoring, reporting, analytics and more for a number of benefits:
• Powerful Monitoring: Track everything being said about your agency in the news and online forums.
• Stay Ahead of Crises: Identify and address potential issues before they snowball, protecting your reputation and minimizing disruption.
• Tailored to You: Ditch generic reports and metrics, instead receive insights tailored to your goals. • Smarter Decisions: Make informed choices based on data, not guesswork. • Top-Tier Tool, Affordable Price: Harness the same Al solution used by big businesses, without the big budget.
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We understand that no two communities are the same. That's why we take a collaborative approach to tailor a solution that perfectly meets your needs. We'll work closely with you to identify relevant keywords for tracking media coverage specific to your agency. You'll then begin to receive regular reports on media mentions, sentiment analysis, location data and top sources. Additionally, we can leverage the tool to curate media lists to support your public relations goals.

Please note that each variable is highly customizable, which can impact the scope of work and therefore the cost of this service. Based on our understanding of the City’s current needs, we recommend a base package including up to five queries, a monthly dashboard, and a newsletter at a City-selected frequency, with flexibility to adjust as priorities evolve.

Website and Newsletter Content Development, Design, Success Tracking Website Support
Residents, businesses, vendors, investors and partners rely on public agency websites for key information and resources. Tripepi Smith has firsthand experience supporting Santa Ana’s website content needs and understands the internal capacity challenges that can arise.

Old information can linger too long. New information does not land on the website in a timely fashion.

Sometimes new features are rolled out from the website company, but your staff is not trained to implement the new features. Finally, keeping staff up to speed on how to use the website content management system takes a lot of time and for most of them, it is a low priority in their job.

Our team of content management specialists knows how to use the tools and technologies of common local government website platforms used today. Now you have a single partner to help you manage the website and support in-house staff in making sure your website is an up-to-date and effective tool for communicating with your stakeholders.

Email Newsletters
A regular email newsletter is a direct portal into the world of your community members. E-newsletters also offer analytics that allow agencies to measure how cost-effective their campaigns were, either through native digital engagement or interaction with QR codes or URLs. Using Constant Contact, we help optimize newsletter design, content strategy, and distribution while providing actionable analytics.

E-Newsletter Configuration, Set-Up & Strategy
Tripepi Smith offers e-newsletter establishment and revamping services. Our work includes:
• Managing and refining email distribution lists
• Designing or updating templates aligned with City branding • Developing content regularly
• Establishing workflows that support consistent, timely delivery Newsletter Metric Reports
We provide regular reports on open rates, click-throughs, and engagement trends, along with recommendations for continuous improvement.
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Monthly Metric & Analytic Report
Tripepi Smith currently provides ongoing measurement and reporting support for the City of Santa Ana and understands the importance of clear, actionable insights—rather than data for data’s sake. Our monthly metrics and analytics reports are designed to help our team and City staff quickly understand what is working, where adjustments may be needed and how communications efforts are supporting broader City goals.

Each month, we provide a concise summary of key performance indicators (KPIs) across the City’s controlled communication channels, including social media reach, posting frequency, engagement, audience growth, media mentions and more.

Option C: Media and Public Relations
Press Release & News Article Creation
Tripepi Smith has already partnered with Santa Ana staff to develop and distribute multiple press materials this last year that are accurate, clear, and aligned with City priorities. Building on this experience, we will continue to craft press releases and news articles — typically up to 500 words — that elevate the City’s story while maintaining the professionalism and tone expected by Santa Ana’s leadership and residents.

Our process emphasizes collaboration and efficiency and includes:
• Message development informed by City context and Council direction • Coordination with subject matter experts to ensure accuracy • Drafting, editing, and approval management
• Distribution to media outlets and City-owned platforms On-Call Strategic Communications Advice, Media/Government Relations & Crisis Communications Having worked closely with City staff, Tripepi Smith understands the importance of timely, thoughtful guidance when sensitive or time-critical issues arise. There may be cases where Santa Ana needs advice on stakeholder outreach, communication efforts and public engagement initiatives. While the proposed project team can advise on such matters during regular check-in calls, there may be instances when a separate, longer discussion is needed.

Additionally, there may be instances when a serious, emergency issue arises, warranting collaboration among the proposed project team throughout the crisis management period and over our engagement.

This includes responding to emergencies through coordinated communications efforts with key external stakeholders. Tripepi Smith will remain available 24/7 to support you through such instances, typically kicking discussions off in a virtual meeting, collaborating in a living workspace and emailing, texting or calling with updates as progress happens.

Proactively working on crisis communications, we can create emergency messaging templates for your staff to utilize during crisis scenarios, so the City has a quick response time in communicating with the public.
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Media Training
Tripepi Smith offers staff training in a range of communications areas, including social media, photography, general cablecast, PDF compression, virtual platforms, brand implementation and media training. These trainings are generally held virtually, but can also be conducted in-person, either way, the goal is to further autonomize your team and give them the necessary communication training specific to the experiences and environments likely encountered by Santa Ana. Your staff would coordinate outreach to appropriate staff about the session date(s). Our team handles everything else including project management, curriculum preparation, scenario development, custom training resource preparation, training facilitation and interview editing and distribution (if conducted).

Option D: Creative Services and Content Development
Branding and Graphic Design Services
In today’s age of information saturation, it’s more important than ever for local governments to cut through the noise by designing materials that are attractive, interesting and reflective of the message.

Our diverse design team, from seasoned creative directors to detail-oriented technicians, illustrators, color experts and data visualization specialists, ensures we can tackle projects of every scale.

Moreover, we’ve honed an expertise in inspiring action among residents through daily collaboration with a wide range of public agencies. This translates to impactful visuals that grab attention, effectively communicate your message in a clear and engaging way and also inform the public. As public agency engagement specialists, accessibility is a cornerstone of every project that we undertake.

Our graphic design work spans:

New logos, logo modernization, sub
logos, branding (guidelines & templates),
campaigns
Brochures, guides, newsletters, reports
Animated visuals for social media, video
and web
PDF, accessibility, ADA compliance
PPT, presentations, meeting materials
Stationery, business cards, templates
Social media, web banners, email
Infographics, financials, instructions
Posters, banners, signage
Conference materials, booths, swag
During our time supporting the City, Tripepi Smith has developed a strong understanding of Santa Ana’s visual standards, audience expectations and accessibility requirements. Our design services will build on this foundation to produce materials that are visually compelling, on-brand and easy to understand.

Content Creation: Writing, Editorial Service, Thought Leadership Our years of experience producing well-crafted language for clients have honed our thought leadership in streamlining the writing process. Tripepi Smith staff will be available to proofread and copy edit staff content, whether press releases, website news articles or external-facing emails as needed. Copy editing will review spelling and grammar, as well as ensure consistency with Santa Ana’s Style Guide parameters.
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Photography, Videography and Animation
Photography
With experience spanning a variety of multimedia projects, including videography, photography, drone, event coverage, event production or a combination thereof, Tripepi Smith’s talented in-house photographers understand the impact of photography of the City's iconic sites.

The adage, “a picture is worth a thousand words,” rings true, especially for local governments whose communications are most impactful when representing the communities in which they serve.

Our team contains experts in multiple format outputs, which ensures that your photos will be compatible across your distribution platforms. We provide photography services for:
• Portraiture (Studio and environmental)
• Architecture
• Behind-the-Scenes
• Events (Ribbon cuttings, tree lightings,
summer activities, concerts and more)
• Conferences & Networking Events
• Fine Arts Shows/Gatherings
• Graduation Events
• Groundbreaking Ceremonies
• Promotional
• Keynote/Presentation Speakers
• Stock Imagery (Including drone)
Videography
Tripepi Smith prides itself on providing a variety of high-quality video production services to many satisfied clients. Animators, videographers, editors, drone operators and AN technicians form our robust, in-house video team, who share over a decade’s worth of experience producing video products for both public and private agencies. Our approach is grounded in reliability, technical excellence and a clear understanding of the agency's standards, facilities and public-facing responsibilities.

Our team can work closely with your staff to support a wide range of communication needs.

From public meetings, State of the City, PSAs, community event recaps (Arbor Day, Earth Day, etc.), podcast production, short “Reel” videos and more. We produce polished video content which informs, engages and builds trust with residents.

Drone Enhancements
Tripepi Smith provides complete drone services for public agencies that mitigate risk, shift liabilities and provide on-demand services for your drone needs. Our FAA-certified drone operators capture compelling video and photos that showcase sites, event magnitude and unique perspectives that can support key messages and be used on an array of communication tools.

Animated Video
Tripepi Smith has talented in-house animators who bring your ideas to life through short-form video storytelling. Whether you need to inform stakeholders about a complex concept or promote an evergreen program that can be used for years to come, Tripepi Smith can be your partner in animated video creation. Our team is equipped to handle all aspects of the process, from providing creative direction to executing overall project management and everything in between. m.m 27 Tripepi Smith & Associates «
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Advertising: Digital, Print, Radio, Out-of-Home
Digital Advertising
Digital advertising significantly scales the distribution variable of our axiom; Content x Distribution = Impact. Once we’ve honed in on your message, we leverage a mix of digital ad placements to drive community awareness of and interest in our subject matter. Throughout a campaign, we typically track ad performance metrics to optimize placements.

Our outreach plans prioritize the “organic reach” that comes with distribution via existing agency platforms, such as newsletters, websites and social media channels. Generally, organic reach refers to the number of people who see a post without the use of paid promotion or advertising.

Only then do we layer on “paid reach” tactics, such as digital advertising, to target audiences. In most cases, we leverage geo-targeting (digital advertising based on geographic location) across YouTube, Meta (Facebook/lnstagram), X (Twitter), Nextdoor and Google. The placements themselves typically consist of a combination of marketing copy, animated videos, social media posts and/or curated collateral. All placements link back to a cornerstone webpage or website where people can find more information and resources.

Print Advertising
Ads in local newspaper publications, such as the Orange County Registrar, offer another means of reaching residents offline, as well as those who might not use the internet to digest news, such as seniors. After researching available ad spots, our team advises on an ad strategy, inclusive of identifying a budget for placements. Upon client approval, our team moves into ad production, creating ad concepts for client stakeholders to consider. Only after client approval will our team move into the rest of the creative process, crafting copy and a design that captures readers’ attention. Final ad products always refer audiences to a campaign's standalone website/webpage for additional details.

Radio Advertising
Tripepi Smith’s advertising experience includes managing ad placements for radio stations. Pandora and Spotify. We’ve found that radio is an effective tool for publicizing opportunities to engage with local government initiatives.

Tripepi Smith manages the entire ad coordination process. Our writers develop a radio script that, once approved by client stakeholders, we help produce as a voiceover recording. We also combine insights from our clients, as well as our media intelligence software. Meltwater (see Media Intelligence Services), to determine the most appropriate radio station(s) on which to place our radio ad(s), as well as advise on budget based on market conditions, outreach goals and overall budget.

Out-of-Home Advertising
Billboards and other out-of-home (outdoor) advertisements, such as vehicle wraps and bus shelter ads, enhance the widespread presence of a message or initiative by bringing digital messaging to the tangible world. To bring these ads to life, we collaborate with outdoor advertising companies to identify viable billboard location options. We turn this into a list of recommendations for placements and budget that we present for your consideration.

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With your blessing on a billboard advertising plan, we move into a phase of creation, coordinating ad concepts, developing copy and designing imagery to intrigue future onlookers and drive our message.

Once we finalize the design, we coordinate logistics with outdoor advertising companies.

All billboard placements link back to a cornerstone webpage or website where people can find more information and resources.

Option E: Event Production and Technical Support
A/V Support and Live Streaming
Tripepi Smith’s videographers are well-equipped to provide day of event AA/ support, which may include, but is not limited to, live presentations, PowerPoint slides, video and sound in synchrony with the event.

Our team is also equipped with the knowledge to deliver video content through live means. This includes broadcasting to local PEG channels as well as web-based services such as Granicus, YouTube Live and Cablecast.

Live streaming includes pre-production and production phases, which consist of determining the distribution of the video stream, establishing connectivity with the venue, set-up and breakdown of equipment and digital copies of the recording for redistribution if necessary.

Option F: Web Design and Implementation
With decades of combined experience managing websites for public agencies, Tripepi Smith provides comprehensive website services ranging from content strategy, creation and maintenance to full-scale website redesigns, optimization and technical support. Whether refreshing an existing site, or building a new one, our approach prioritizes user experience, staff usability, search engine optimization (SEO), and accessibility best practices, including support for Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) standards.

Our goal is to deliver modern, intuitive websites that serve both public-facing users and internal staff effectively.

All websites are built, hosted and maintained on WordPress, an open-source content management system that allows for flexibility, scalability and ease of use. As a dedicated hosting provider, we secure and support our client websites in a controlled environment designed for reliability, performance and security — delivering 99.99% uptime. Responsive design ensures optimal performance across desktop, tablet and mobile devices, while integrated features — such as custom navigation, forms, calendars, emergency alerts, language translation, social media feeds and third-party integrations — support dayto-day operations and public communication needs.

Our structured, five-phase development process guides each project from kickoff through launch, emphasizing collaboration, clear documentation, quality control and staff training. Following launch, clients receive dedicated technical support, ongoing maintenance options and direct access to our team to ensure long-term website stability and success.

Please Note: The web page we launch will seek to be compliant with the latest ADA standards.

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the PDF documents and images are ADA compliant. Tripepi Smith does not offer legal coverage or assurance of ADA compliance.

Option G: Output and Distribution Services
Tripepi Smith has a solid track record in creating and managing digital placements, including Meta Boosted Posts. We actively track and analyze performance metrics to optimize placements. We leverage a strategic mix of digital ad tactics to drive community awareness.

Tripepi Smith will also partner with your trusted printing and mailing vendor to distribute approved materials. We will send print-ready files to the vendor and obtain a timeline and final proof for your approval. We only proceed with printing and mailing after you’ve signed off on the proof. Our team will oversee the entire process, including securing confirmation of mailing completion.

Option H: Staff Training and Capacity Building
Tripepi Smith has provided these service details within Section C: Media and Public Relations.

Implementation Plan
Tripepi Smith recommends a hybrid deliverable model that combines recurring, predictable and reliable monthly deliverables through a retainer along with a flexible time and materials engagement that allows the City to request services on an as-needed basis. Both engagements are outlined below with anticipated timeframes for implementation or completion, as necessary. Please note that there are services within the retainer engagement that are included in the multiple service options of the RFP.

Monthly Retainer Engagement
The following services will recur on a monthly basis, and have been determined based upon our understanding of your current needs, our past services and anticipated future initiatives.

Service/Deliverable Scope Timeline
Bi-weekly calls, up to 60-minutes in duration. Includes content calendar, agenda and one page post call action report
Project Management Recurring, Bi-Weekly
Bi-Monthly or other
desired frequency
Press Release, Media
Advisories, Public Statements
Drafting 2 press releases, media advisories, or public
statements up to 500 words. Includes research, drafting and distributing to platforms
Creation and posting of up to 16 social media posts. Includes monitoring, responding to comments and Spanish translation Social Media Management and 4 posts/week
Monitoring
Creation and posting of up to 2 digital ads. Excludes
advertising fees
Per City guidance,
implementation within 72-
hours
Digital Ads
E-Newsletter Content Creation Creation of up to 1 e-newsletter in Constant Contact. Includes one draft and one final copy
Monthly
Includes up to 5 queries per month, access to dashboard and any frequency of newsletter
Meltwater Media Monitoring Monthly
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Monthly Retainer Engagement (Cont.)
Service/Deliverable Scope Timeline
Monthly Metrics Reporting Delivery of monthly reporting capturing key performance indicators for controlled social media platforms and other digital platforms upon request.

Monthly
Comms Strategy Planning
(Triannual)
Virtual meeting up to 2 hours with leadership to fine-tune and execute marketing strategy, wins and evaluate future goals Triannual. Per City
approval - recommended
April, August & December
Time and Materials Engagement
The following services are recommended to occur on an as-needed basis, based upon City need, frequency and overall desire. We can accommodate any request to commence services within 72-hours and will provide a more detailed action plan upon commencement of services. We have outlined the deliverables based upon the options listed within the RFP and have excluded deliverables which we have included in the monthly retainer engagement.

Option A: Strategic Communications, Marketing & Planning Option A Scope Timeline
Project Management Engagement kickoff call, up tot 1 hour At project commencement Includes 1 hour strategy meeting with a Director and Senior Business Analyst followed by a detailed action item list for both the City and Tripepi Smith
On-Call Strategic Advice Upon desired frequency
Creation and virtual distribution of outreach surveys. Includes summary findings Google Form Survey Upon desired frequency Includes interviews with (2) City Staff, (5) Council members, platforms review, key observations and tactical execution steps summary report, up to 5 pages in length
Communications Plan Process takes
approximately 3-8 weeks,
depending on interview
schedules
Option B: Digital & Social Media Services
Option B Scope Timeline
Website Support Ongoing website support to the City website. Excludes content creation, website layout, page or structural changes
Upon desired frequency
Creation of Constant Contact or Mailchimp email campaign in English and Spanish languages. Includes set-up, strategy, template creation, two drafts and one final copy
Email Campaign Upon desired frequency
Option C: Media & Public Relations Services
Option C Scope Timeline
On-Call Crisis Communications Upon desired frequency
Advice
Includes 1 hour strategy meeting with a Director and Senior Business Analyst followed by a detailed action item list for both the City and Tripepi Smith
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Option C Scope Timeline
Drafting additional press releases, media advisories, or public statements up to 500 words. Includes research, drafting and distributing
Press Release. Media
Advisories, Public Statements
Upon desired frequency
Media Training options can vary from virtual training consisting of 1-2 people and in-person training from 2-25+ attendees.

Media training includes message map, 1-on-1 camera mock interview, mock press conference and feedback/debrief
Media Training Upon desired frequency
Option D: Creative Services & Content Development
Option D Scope Timeline
Graphic Design Creation of infographics, postcard, banner, brochure, flyer and other media as needed. Excludes print and mailing fees
Upon desired frequency
One photographer for a full-day (8 hours) onsite photo shoot, post shoot image processing, review and travel costs Photography Services Upon desired frequency One videographer for a full-day (8 hours) onsite video shoot, post shoot footage processing, review and travel costs
Stock Video Shoot Upon desired frequency
Creation of up to one 1-minute animated video. Includes preand post-production, music, caption, image and voiceover fees Animated Video Upon desired frequency
Brand services can range from simple logo mock-ups for
departments/events/campaigns to modernization of the
existing logo which involves research on regional context, similar agencies, history and demographics. Deliverables may include Logo Library Refresh, Brand Guideline Updates, Brand Templates (Social media. Email Signature, Zoom Background, Newsletter, PPT, etc.)
Brand and Logo Development,
Refinement & Implementation
Upon desired frequency
Simple logo mock-ups
take approximately 2
weeks
Review and editorial services of written content produced by City staff. Includes strategic oversight, content development of one-page of written content
Content Development: Writing,
Editorial Services & Thought
Leadership
Upon desired frequency
Ad creation, management, monitoring for out-of-home, print, radio, bus shelter advertisements. Includes content
development, design and publishing/posting
Advertising Production Upon desired frequency
Option E: Event Production and Technicai Support
*Please note there is a crossover of the services identified within Option E of the RFP which overlaps within Option C and Option D. Here, we address AV needs specifically outlined within Option E.

Option E Scope Timeline
Onsite AA/ Services Minimum of 2.5 hours onsite support for a/v production services for City events, public meetings, presentations or technical support
Upon desired frequency
Minimum of 1-hour virtual support or a/v production services for City events, public meetings, virtual gatherings,
presentations or technical support
Virtual A/V Services Upon desired frequency
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Time and Materials Engagement (Cent.)
Option F: Web Design & Implementation
Option F Scope Timeline
TS Built WordPress Website Assumes up to 1,500 pages for content migration and up to 15,000 assets to transfer. Includes virtual kickoff, project management, design, programming, content migration, quality assurance, ADA scan, staff training and site manual
Start to completion is
approximately 6 months to
launch of new website
Ongoing content updates to the City website. Excludes content creation, website layout, page or structural changes Website Content Development Upon desired frequency Option G: Output & Distribution Services
Option F Scope Timeiine
Print Management, Mail
Management and Production
Oversight
Assumes an unknown volume. Estimate based upon one file document in which Tripepi Smith manages the print production, proof, and mail delivery
Upon desired frequency
Assist City with campaign material distribution Asset Delivery Across Multiple Platforms
Upon desired frequency
Option H: Staff Training & Capacity Building
Option C Scope Timeline
Staff training options can vary from virtual training consisting of 1-2 people and in-person training from 2-25+ attendees.

Topics can also include social media, photography, general cablecast, PDF compression, virtual platforms, brand
implementation and more
Media Training Upon desired frequency
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COST PROPOSAL
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COST PROPOSAL
Tripepi Smith recommends that our engagement follow a hybrid pricing model which provides recurring, predictable and reliable monthly deliverables following a retainer engagement, and a flexible time and materials engagement, which allows the City to request services, as-needed. As a result, we have broken down our cost proposal into a combination of Retainer and Time & Material elements. Each Element offers a unique set of benefits:
• Retainer: Sustains outreach momentum by ensuring a set of recurring deliverables at a set monthly cost, usually for a period of at least 12 months. • Time & Materials: Allows flexibility to “ramp up” or “ramp down” efforts according to budget and priorities.

Retainer Engagement
Service/Deliverable Scope
Project Management Bi-weekly calls, up to 60-minutes in duration. Includes content calendar, agenda and one page post call action report
Press Release, Media
Advisories, Public Statements
Drafting 2 press releases, media advisories, or public statements up to 500 words.

Includes research, drafting and distributing to platforms Social Media Management and
Monitoring
Creation and posting of up to 16 social media posts. Includes monitoring, responding to comments and Spanish translation
Digital Ads Creation and posting of up to 2 digital ads. Excludes advertising fees.

E-Newsletter Content Creation Creation of up to 1 e-newsletter in Constant Contact. Includes one draft and one final copy
Meltwater Media Monitoring Includes up to 5 queries per month, access to dashboard and any frequency of newsletter
Delivery of monthly reporting capturing key performance indicators for controlled social media platforms and other digital platforms upon request.

Monthly Metrics Reporting
Comms Strategy Planning
(Triannual)
Virtual meeting up to 2 hours with leadership to fine-tune and execute marketing strategy, wins and evaluate future goals.

Monthly Retainer: $9,060
Annual Cost: $108,720
Time & Materials Engagement
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Option A Scope Cost Estimate
Includes 1 hour strategy meeting with a Director and Senior Business Analyst followed by a detailed action item list for both the City and Tripepi Smith
On-Call Strategic Advice $715/call
Creation and virtual distribution of outreach surveys. Includes summary findings Google Form Survey $1,180
Includes interviews with (2) City Staff, (5) Council members, platforms review, key observations and tactical execution steps summary report, up to 5 pages in length
Communications Plan $15,590
Option B: Digital & Social Media Services
Option B Scope Cost Estimate
Ongoing website support to the City website. Excludes content creation, website layout, page or structural changes
Website Support $220/Hour
Creation of 8 total campaigns in Constant Contact or
Mailchimp email campaign in English and Spanish languages.

Includes set-up, strategy, template creation, two drafts and one final copy
Email Campaign $7,320
Option C: Media & Public Relations Services
Cost Estimate Option C Scope
Includes 1 hour strategy meeting with a Director and Senior $680/Call Business Analyst followed by a detailed action item list for both the City and Tripepi Smith
Drafting additional press releases, media advisories, or public statements up to 500 words. Includes research, drafting and distributing
On-Call Crisis Communications
Advice
Press Release, Media $500 per Release
Advisories, Public Statements
Media Training options can vary from virtual training consisting of 1-2 people and in-person training from 2-25+ attendees.

Media training includes message map, 1-on-1 camera mock interview, mock press conference and feedback/debrief
Media Training $5,060
Option D: Creative Services & Content Development
Scope Cost Estimate Option D
Graphic Design Flyer $2,020
(excludes print and mailing
fees)
Brochure $1,780
$1,660
$1,370
Banner
Postcard/Door Flanger
Infographics $940
One photographer for a full-day (8 hours) onsite photo shoot, post shoot image processing, review and final delivery
One videographer for a full-day (8 hours) onsite video shoot, post shoot footage processing, review and final delivery Photography Services $5,055
Stock Video Shoot $6,460
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Option D Scope Cost Estimate
Creation of up to one 1-minute animated video. Includes preand post-production, music, caption, image and voiceover fees Animated Video $4,700
Sub-logo development for campaign, departments or events:

Usses existing logo for new design. Includes project
management, three drafts, and up to two revisions
Logo Library Refresh: Refresh existing logo library with modernized logo
Brand Guideline Update
Brand Templates:

Social Media Template
Email Signature Template
Zoom Background
Newsletter Header
PowerPoint Template
Brand and Logo Development,
Refinement & implementation
$2,760
$1,200
$1,000
$900
$200
$600
$600
$1,200
Editing/Copy services and strategic oversight, content
development of up to 500 words of written content Content Development: Writing, Editorial Services & Thought
Leadership
$1,100
Creation of up to 1 e-newsletter in Constant Contact. Includes one draft and one final copy
E-Newsletter Content Creation $1,460
Radio Ad: Includes research, drafting, reviewing, posting of 1 radio ad
Billboard Ad: Includes design, content development, creation of 1 billboard ad, ad monitoring/management for up to 12 months.

With Spanish translation
Bus Shelter Ad: Includes design, content development,
creation of 1 bus shelter ad, ad monitoring/management for up to 12 months. With Spanish translation
Print Ad: Includes design, content development, creation of 1 print ad. With Spanish translation
Advertising Production $630
$1,910
$1,910
$2,395
Option E: Event Production and Technical Support
Option E Scope Cost Estimate
Onsite AA/ Services Minimum of 2.5 hours onsite support for a/v production services for City events, public meetings, presentations or technical support
Minimum of 1-hour virtual support or a/v production services for City events, public meetings, virtual gatherings,
presentations or technical support
$460/ 2.5 Hour Minimum
Virtual /W Services $280/1 Hour Minimum
Option F: Web Design & Implementation
Option F Scope Cost Estimate
TS Built WordPress Website Assumes up to 1,500 pages for content migration and up t 15,000 assets to transfer. Includes virtual kickoff, project $60,140
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Option F Scope Cost Estimate
management, design, programming, content migration, quality assurance, ADA scan, staff training and site manual
Draft website content copy to the City website. Excludes website layout, page or structural changes Website Content Development $1,120 Option G: Output & Distribution Services
Option F Scope Cost Estimate
Print Management, Mail
Management and Production
Oversight
Assumes an unknown volume. Estimate based upon 1
print/mail file document in which TS manages the print
production, proof, and mail delivery
Assist City with campaign material distribution across platforms $80
Asset Delivery Across Multiple
Platforms
$1,980
Option H: Staff Training & Capacity Building
Option C Scope Cost Estimate
staff training assumes virtual training consisting of 1-2 people.

Topics can also include social media, photography, general cablecast, PDF compression, virtual platforms, brand
implementation and more. Includes scenario scripting,
template training resources, final recording file, summary recap Media Training $6,585
Should the City of Santa Ana determine Tripepi Smith is the most qualified and responsive vendor, but has a budget number that it must hit, then Tripepi Smith remains open to collaborating to narrow the scope engagement or refine our understanding of the scope needs and will modify our pricing accordingly.
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As-Needed Services
Tripepi Smith will apply the following standard hourly rates and related fees for any authorized asneeded (Time & Materials) work. Such work must be clearly authorized in writing before proceeding.

Standard Reduced Retainer 2025-26 Hourly Rates
Principal
Director
$380 $315
$265 $225
Art/Creative Director $265 $225
Senior Business Analyst
Business Analyst
Junior Business Analyst
Senior Videographer/Animator
Senior Photographer
Videographer/Photographer
Junior Videographer/Photographer
Senior Graphic Designer
Graphic Designer
Junior Graphic Designer
Web Developer
Junior Web Developer
Drone Operator
Council Chamber A/V Operator
$205
$150
$180
$125
$115
$205
$175
$140
$115
$100
$175
$150
$120
$100
$195 $165
$140 $120
$115
$210
$100
$185
$115
$205
$115
$100
$180
$100
Invoicing & Payment Terms
At Tripepi Smith, we bill on either a Retainer, Fixed Fee or Time & Materials basis, with each billing type following its own payment schedule. Regardless, terms are Net 30 days. • Fixed Fee work is billed upon defined milestones.
• Time & Materials work is billed in 15-minute increments (i.e. 4.0, 1.25, 6.5 or 0.75 hours) at the end of the month in which work is done.
• Retainer work is billed on the 15th of each month.
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Other Cost Information
Tripepi Smith has related service fees that may come up during our engagement that we want to tell you about.

Annual Increase
Pricing shall remain firm for the entire initial Agreement term. Thereafter, any proposed pricing adjustment for follow-on renewal periods shall be submitted to the City Representative in writing at least ninety (90) days prior to the new Agreement term. The City reserves the right to accept, reject, or negotiate any proposed pricing adjustment not to exceed the Bureau of Labor Statistics Consumer Price Index (CPI) data as follows: Los Angeles-Long Beach-Anaheim, CA; All Urban Consumers; Not Seasonally Adjusted; annualized change comparing the most recent month’s reported data to the same month of the prior year. (This information may be found on the U.S. Department of Labor’s website at www.bis.qov.j
Retainer Discount
When a client’s retainer exceeds $7,500 per month, they gain access to our reduced retainer rates.

Travel Costs
Travel costs must be pre-authorized and then will be reimbursed by the client for any requested travel to complete a requested scope of work. Travel costs may include airfare, lodging, car rentals and gas.

Additionally, when client work requires that we be onsite, we will invoice for a resource’s travel time at 50% of the resource’s hourly rate.

Equipment Costs
Tripepi Smith offers some services that require equipment, such as drone operations and video production. As such, in those cases, the following rates apply:

Half Day (Under 4 Hours) Full Day (4+ Hours)
Video $450 $650
Drone $550 - Flat Fee
Please note that AA/ equipment fees are based on the amount and type of equipment required, with pricing tailored to the specifics of each event.

Music and Video Licensing
Sometimes, the client will want Tripepi Smith to apply music or use stock imagery/video while producing video. In these cases, we will need to apply licensing fees of approximately $100 per song and $200 if we use stock video imagery. This will provide a license for the use of the music and video footage to Tripepi Smith and its clients.
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Other Cost Information (Cont.)
Meltwater Fee
Tripepi Smith offers a standard Meltwater package at a flat rate of $525 per month. This package includes a newsletter digest (of any frequency), up to five queries, and a monthly dashboard. Custom Meltwater solutions are also available upon request.

Website Hosting Fees
If website hosting services are required, Tripepi Smith will charge a $630 website hosting fee and a $30 Domain Registration and DNS service fee, unless otherwise specified in this proposal. Fees will be billed upon commencement of hosting services, and annually thereafter. Please note the website hosting package is limited to 10 Gigabytes of total storage. Additional storage for the site is available for a fee of $1.70 per gig per month of 10 Gigabytes of storage.

Service Fees
Tripepi Smith prefers that clients pay service providers directly to avoid unnecessary administrative costs. You should also know, however, that we have no economic interest in service providers, unless otherwise specified in this proposal.

If a client asks Tripepi Smith to pay for a service provider bill, we will apply a 10% agency fee to the reimbursement expense. Typical service fees include, but are not limited to: print, mailing, digital advertising, media placements, voiceovers, translations and closed captions.

Partner Access
Tripepi Smith has access to entities that may be relevant to our engagement. These partnerships allow Tripepi Smith to offer clients extra media reach or additional services at partner pricing.

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EXHIBIT D

INSURANCE REQUIREMENTS
Consultant shall procure and maintain for the duration of the agreement, the following insurance coverages:

MINIMUM SCOPE AND LIMIT OF INSURANCE
Consultant shall maintain limits of insurance coverage in the following minimum amounts and shall be at least as broad as:
 Commercial General Liability (CGL): Insurance Services Office Form CG 00 01 covering CGL on an “occurrence” basis, including products and completed operations, property damage, bodily injury and personal & advertising injury with limits no less than $1,000,000 per occurrence and $2,000,000 aggregate.
 Workers’ Compensation (WC): As required by the State of California, with statutory limits, and Employer’s Liability Insurance with limit of no less than $1,000,000 per accident, per employee, per policy for bodily injury or disease. This requirement can be waived if Consultant has no employees.
 Cyber Liability (CL): Insurance, with limits not less than $2,000,000 per occurrence or claim and $2,000,000 aggregate. Coverage shall be sufficiently broad to respond to the duties and obligations as is undertaken by Consultant in this agreement and shall include, but not be limited to, claims involving security breach, system failure, data recovery, business interruption, cyber extortion, social engineering, infringement of intellectual property, including but not limited to infringement of copyright, trademark, trade dress, invasion of privacy violations, information theft, and release of private information. The policy shall provide coverage for breach response costs, regulatory fines and penalties as well as credit monitoring expenses.

If Consultant maintains broader coverage and/or higher limits than the minimums shown above, City requires and shall be entitled to the broader coverage and/or the higher limits maintained by Consultant. Any available insurance proceeds in excess of the specified minimum limits of insurance and coverage shall be available to City.

Other Insurance Provisions
The insurance policies are to contain, or be endorsed to contain, the following provisions:

1. CGL policies: City of Santa Ana, its City Council, its officers, officials, employees, agents, and volunteers are to be covered as additional insureds with respect to liability arising out of work or operations performed by or on behalf of the Consultant including materials, parts, equipment, and personnel furnished in connection with such work or operations.

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volunteers for losses paid under the terms of any policy which arise from work performed by Consultant for City.

3. All required insurance policies: For any claims related to this contract, Consultant’s insurance coverage shall be primary and any insurance maintained by City, its City Council, its officers, officials, employees, agents, or volunteers shall not contribute with it.

4. All required insurance policies: A severability of interest provision must apply for all the additional insureds, ensuring that Consultant’s insurance shall apply separately to each insured against whom a claim is made or suit is brought, except with respect to the insurer’s limits of liability.

5. Each insurance policy required herein shall provide that coverage shall not be canceled, suspended, voided, reduced in coverage or in limits, non-renewed by the carrier, or materially changed except after thirty (30) days prior written notice has been given to City. Ten (10) days prior written notice shall be provided to City for policy cancellation or non-renewal due to non-payment.

6. Certificate Holder on each Evidence of Insurance certificate shall be: City of Santa Ana, Attention: City Manager’s Office, 20 Civic Center Plaza, M-31, Santa Ana, CA 92701. The name and location of the event should be included in the Description of Operations section of each certificate.

Self-Insured Retentions
Self-insured retentions must be declared to and approved by the City. City may require Consultant to purchase coverage with a lower retention or provide proof of ability to pay losses and related investigations, claim administration, and defense expenses within the retention.

Acceptability of Insurers
Insurance is to be placed with insurers authorized to conduct business in the state of California with a current A.M. Best rating of no less than A:VII, unless otherwise acceptable to City.

Verification of Coverage
Consultant shall furnish City with original Certificates of Insurance including all required amendatory endorsements (or copies of the applicable policy language effecting coverage required by this clause) and a copy of the Declarations and Endorsement Page of the CGL policy listing all policy endorsements to Entity before work begins. However, failure to obtain the required documents prior to the work beginning shall not waive Consultant’s obligation to provide them. City reserves the right to require complete, certified copies of all required insurance policies, including endorsements required by these specifications, at any time.

Claims Made Policies
If any of the required policies provide coverage on a claims-made basis:

1. The retroactive date must be shown and must be before the date of the contract or the beginning of work.

2. Insurance must be maintained and evidence of insurance must be provided for at least three (3) years after completion of work.

3. If coverage is canceled or non-renewed, and not replaced with another claims-made policy form with a retroactive date prior to the contract effective date, Consultant must purchase City Council 14 – 39 8/4/2026
“extended reporting” coverage for a minimum of three (3) years after completion of work.

Subcontractors
Consultant shall require and verify that all sub-contractors maintain insurance meeting all the requirements stated herein, and Consultant shall ensure that City is an additional insured on insurance required from sub-contractors.

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Information Technology
www.santa-ana.gov/IT
Item # 15
City of Santa Ana
20 Civic Center Plaza, Santa Ana, CA 92701
Staff Report
August 4, 2026
TOPIC: Microsoft 365 Migration

AGENDA TITLE
Agreement with Insight Public Sector, Inc. for Microsoft 365 Migration (Specification No. 27-003) (Non-General Fund)

RECOMMENDED ACTION
Authorize the City Manager to execute an agreement with Insight Public Sector, Inc. to provide Microsoft 365 Migration in an amount not to exceed $200,000 for a one-year term beginning August 4, 2026 (Agreement No. A-2026-XXX).

GOVERNMENT CODE §84308 APPLIES: No

DISCUSSION
The City of Santa Ana currently relies on a legacy on-premises Microsoft infrastructure to support email, file storage, and collaboration services. As these systems continue to age, they require increasing maintenance and ongoing investments to maintain security, reliability, and supportability. Migrating to Microsoft 365 (M365) is a key component of the City's technology modernization strategy and will transition these services to a secure, cloud-based platform that provides improved resiliency, scalability, and operational efficiency.

This initiative will migrate the City's legacy email systems to Exchange Online and transition file shares and SharePoint content to OneDrive, SharePoint Online, and Microsoft Teams. By replacing aging on-premises infrastructure with cloud-based services, the City will provide employees with secure access to email, files, and collaboration tools from any authorized device or location, while improving productivity, enabling modern collaboration and supporting a flexible work environment.

To support this complex enterprise-wide migration, the City will partner with Insight Public Sector (Insight), a Microsoft Solutions Partner with extensive experience delivering Microsoft 365 migration and modernization projects for public sector organizations. Insight will provide project planning, technical implementation, migration City Council 15 – 1 8/4/2026
Microsoft 365 Migration
August 4, 2026

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