03/07/2017ANAHEIM CIN COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING
OF MARCH 7, 2017
The regular meeting of March 7, 2017 was called to order at 3:06 P.M. in the chambers of
Anaheim City Hall, located at 200 S. Anaheim Boulevard. The meeting notice, agenda, and
related materials were duly posted on March 3, 2017.
PRESENT: Mayor Tom Tait and Council Members: James Vanderbilt, Denise Barnes, Jose F.
Moreno, Lucille Kring, and Stephen Faessel. Council Member Kris Murray joined the meeting at
the start of closed session.
STAFF PRESENT: City Manager Paul Emery, Acting City Attorney Kristin Pelletier, and City
Clerk Linda Andal.
WORKSHOP: Anaheim Fire & Rescue Strategic Plan
Fire Chief Randy Bruegman introduced Deputy Chiefs Rusty Coffelt, Pat Russell and Tim O'Hara
who presented the Strategic Plan and Standards of Cover. The documents are used, in concert,
to help guide the Department to develop a game plan. He addressed distribution of resources,
current demand for service per district, 2016 call volume by district, data specific to District 4 and
details of each strategic recommendation.
Mayor Tait questioned the discrepancy in the number of dispatches versus patient contacts and
Chief Bruegman explained several units are often dispatched and all but one are cancelled when
they are not needed. He added that 35% of medical calls are "low acuity" and explained, if
appropriate, they are either transported to a hospital or treated and released in the field. He
addressed Alpha, Bravo, and Charlie -level calls but noted the discrepancy will get closer over
time.
Brief discussion followed regarding the location of emergency shelters
Chief Bruegman continued presenting details of specific strategic recommendations and identified
projects they believe needed to be funded as soon as possible, including the relocation of Station
No. 5 to La Palma Avenue and Sunkist Street, currently under design; a new Station No. 12, a
site for an Emergency Operation Center; a new Fire Station, if additional projects are permitted in
next year's budget; and the Station No. 13 project. Chief Bruegman addressed staffing
reductions and community risk reduction and stressed this plan does not commit the city to
spending money.
In response to Mayor Tait's inquiry Chief Bruegman stated the recommendations are not in order
of priority, as they are often dictated by how much money becomes available.
Chief Bruegman addressed changing roles within the department and reported having the
responsibility to be as prepared as possible in the event of a man-made event, and noted
recommendations under Emergency Preparedness and Human Land Security. He reported they
were in the process of improving their equipment; implementing ballistic improvements in the
gear; and continuing the expansion of the Community Emergency Response Team (CERT).
Council Member Faessel referenced Community Care Response Unit (CCRU) contacts per
month and asked whether 70 was the maximum number of contacts that the Unit could
accommodate. Chief Bruegman clarified the units were measured based on 40 hours per week
and stated the ultimate staffing plan would be six or seven units on, sixteen hours per day.
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Additionally, he believed one Fire Company would need to be hired in the future, when Station
No. 12 was opened in the Platinum Triangle, so in lieu of hiring more firefighters, the CCRU was
a more cost-effective way to do business.
Council Member Faessel stated the issue of CCRUs was something the city needed to explore
more fully.
Mayor Tait opined this should be a higher priority as it would free personnel to handle more -
serious calls and would add to the department's efficiency.
Chief Bruegman noted the department was effectively reducing its risk and stated if money were
no object, he would hire Community Risk Reduction Officers, adding that when risk was lowered,
the number of calls for service would be reduced. Another priority would be to have enough
CCRUs to have enough capacity to truly impact the system. He added that firefighters were
currently working overtime instead of increasing department staff to adds operational efficiencies
and the department would continue to examine this model as well as other potential options.
Mayor Pro Tem Vanderbilt questioned whether the alert system for traffic intersections was new
technology, to which Chief Bruegman explained this was the third generation of the technology
and reported 126 of the city's intersections have been completed, and with the help of OCTA, the
same technology could be used in some of the city's corridors. The department has been
investing approximately $200,000 per year in this technology since 2014 and each device costs
approximately $7,500 per traffic light.
Mayor Tait confirmed there have been about 34,000 total calls and Chief Bruegman reported that
would be "in jurisdiction" and they also run calls "out of jurisdiction", so the total number of calls
would be approximately 39,000. He added "out of jurisdiction" calls would be 10% of the total
calls.
In response to Mayor Tait's question regarding Disney, Chief Bruegman stated the arrangement
with Disney was included in the data, further explaining the 24-hour coverage concept was
eliminated a few years ago and Disney pays for four paramedics from 9:00 A.M. to 11:00 P.M.
Outside of those hours, they roll back into the city's system for dispatch throughout the city, as
needed. Currently, the contract is at $1.4 million; before it was at a little over $2 million and
changed between the two- and three-year mark. He added the amount of Disney calls per year
was approximately 2,500.
Council Member Moreno expressed his appreciation for the department's efforts and for hosting
him and Council Member Barnes several weeks ago. Regarding data relative to jurisdiction, he
noted in 2014 the number of calls increased and then stabilized between 2015 and 2016 and
asked for the reason for increases. Chief Bruegman addressed two factors: the increase in
countywide calls and the implementation of the Affordable Care Act (ACA) where as more people
became insured, more people called for service. He added the department has been the primary
call because people did not have a primary care physician. The other factor was the
implementation of an Automatic Vehicle Location system countywide, which allowed for the
closest unit in an emergency to be dispatched to that emergency.
In response to Council Member Moreno's question about the effects of the potential elimination of
the ACA, Chief Bruegman explained it would tax the system approximately 10 times greater than
if basic care was initially provided, as often patients delayed obtaining care until it became so bad
they called for Fire & Rescue services.
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Council Member Moreno requested information regarding the city's overall standards in terms of
staffing ratios as well as how many city staff are close to retirement age. Chief Bruegman stated
information regarding potential retirements could be provided, and noted that 75 people had been
hired over the last three/four hiring events. Recognizing that staff had done much more with
fewer resources, Council Member Moreno asked about mental health support provided to
firefighters and staff. Chief Bruegman stated that has often been an overlooked area of concern
and the department has a peer team where, in the event of a significant incidence, they will be
debriefed and often bring in different departments and personnel to work in cooperation. He
added the department will probably piggy -back on a contract with a professional consulting group
to perform a higher level of psychological assistance in highly significant instances. He
addressed the deprivation of sleep throughout a career, the exposure to multiple chemicals,
noting a new level of research is coming out that might shed light on how the department may
change how it does business.
Mayor Tait referenced career programs in schools, including firefighting, but wanted to ensure the
department hired city residents. Chief Bruegman was unsure if the department has tracked the
percentage of new hires who resided in the city, but stated he would research the matter, adding
he found it more important to train staff to compete wherever they would be hired. Mayor Tait
requested local hiring should be tracked and made a part of the city's strategic initiatives.
Acting City Attorney Kristin Pelletier replied that she would work with Chief Bruegman and
expressed concerns regarding establishing a quota, stating this was a very objective, test -
oriented process so giving someone preferential treatment based on where they lived may be
problematic.
With no further discussion, Mayor Tait closed the workshop and addressed the Closed Session
agenda.
ADDITIONS\DELETIONS TO CLOSED SESSION: None
PUBLIC COMMENTS ON CLOSED SESSION ITEMS: None
At 4:08 P.M., Mayor Tait recessed to closed session for consideration of the following items:
CLOSED SESSION:
CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL EXISTING LITIGATION
(Subdivision (d)(1) of Section 54956.9 of the California Government Code)
Name of Case: Victor Mondragon v. City of Anaheim, United States District Court, Case
No. SACV16-00834
2. CONFERENCE WITH COUNSEL - EXISTING LITIGATION LEGAL
(Subdivision (d)(1) of Section 54956.9 of the California Government Code)
Name of Case: Talmadge Price, et al. v. City of Anaheim, et al., Orange County Superior
Court, Civil Complex Center Case No. 30-2016-00869305-CU-WM-CXC
3. CONFERENCE WITH REAL PROPERTY NEGOTIATORS
(Subdivision 54956.8 of the California Government Code)
Property: 2000 East Gene Autry Way, Anaheim, CA (Angels Stadium of Anaheim),
associated/adjacent parking lots and other property collectively identified as APNs 232-
011-02, 06, 35, 36, 37, 38, 39, 40, 41, 42, 43, 44, 47, 48,50 and portions of Parcels 1 and
2 of Parcel Map No. 2006-262, recorded in the Office of the County Recorder in Book 357,
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Pages 25 through 34 of Parcel Maps, Orange County, California (as depicted on diagram
available at the office of the City Clerk)
Agency Negotiator: Paul Emery, City Manager
Negotiating Parties: Angels Baseball, LP, City of Anaheim
Under Negotiation: Price and Terms of Payment Regarding Lease
4. CONFERENCE WITH REAL PROPERTY NEGOTIATORS
(Subdivision 54956.8 of the California Government Code)
Property: 1370 S. Sanderson Ave, Anaheim CA (Anaheim Equestrian Center) and APN
253-601-02, a parcel located at the northwest corner of Katella and Douglass.
Agency Negotiator: Paul Emery, City Manager
Negotiating Parties: H&S Ventures, City of Anaheim
Under Negotiation: Price and Terms of Payment Regarding Lease and/or Purchase
5. CONFERENCE WITH REAL PROPERTY NEGOTIATORS
(Section 54956.8 of the Government Code)
Property: Parcel 3 of Parcel Map 88-251, in the City of Anaheim, County of Orange, State
of California, as per map recorded in Book 233, pages 41 to 46 inclusive of Parcel Maps,
in the office of the County Recorder of said county (also commonly referred to as Car Park
2 of the Anaheim Convention Center and the Hilton Self -Parking Garage).
Agency Negotiator: Tom Morton, Executive Director of Convention, Sports and
Entertainment
Negotiating Parties: HHC HA TRS, Inc.
Under Negotiation: Price and terms of payment for purchase and sale of property
At 5:19 P.M., the council session was reconvened.
INVOCATION: Pastor Jerry Dirmann, The Rock Church
FLAG SALUTE: Council Member Stephen Faessel
PRESENTATIONS: Recognizing Peter Surowski, owner of Pete's Music Shop, for 30 years of
business in the City and for his contributions to youth music programs in
the community.
Mayor Tait recognized Peter Surowski, owner of Pete's Music Shop, for 30 years of business in
the city and for his contributions to youth music programs. Peter Surowski thanked the city for its
support throughout the years and highlighted Anaheim musician, Gwen Stefani and the National
Association of Music Merchants (NAMM) convention held at the Anaheim Convention Center.
ACCEPTANCE OF OTHER RECOGNITIONS:
Proclaiming March 21, 2017, as World Poetry Day
Carol Latham accepted the proclamation for World Poetry Day and expressed appreciation for
Council's support of a Poet Laureate program for the city.
Proclaiming March 29, 2017, as Welcome Home Vietnam Veteran Day
Gary Mason, Marine Combat Veteran, Vietnam, U.S. Air Force, retired, thanked Council and
introduced Mike Lynn, Marine Combat Veteran, U.S. Army, retired, Current Commander of the
Anaheim VFW Post, and Lou Jordan, Marine Combat Veteran, Vietnam, U.S. Marine Corp,
retired. He expressed his appreciation to Council and the community for its support of veterans
and stated the worst casualty of any war is to be forgotten.
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ADDITIONS/DELETIONS TO THE AGENDA:
City Clerk Linda And2|aDn0uDced 8 [0ViGiOn to Attachment NO. 01 to Agenda Item No. 07 to
correct typographical errors.
PUBLIC COMMENTS (all agenda itemms, except public hearing):Prior &o receipt of public
comments, 8brief decorum statement was provided bvCity Clerk Linda Anoal.
Cecil Jordan Corkern. Outreach Homeless Ministries, offered comments regarding Star Wars
Land mtDisneyland and read from the Bible.
Brian ChVchuaannounced the Anaheim Lion's Club was hosting the Anaheim High School
Baseball Tournament March 27-2Q.with 75teams visiting Anaheim and the last game Uobe
played at Glover Field. Regarding Item NO. 20. he stated he would like to see the sale of
fireworks be shared equally among Anaheim non -profits with each given the opportunity to run
their own stands. He further added Anaheim Hills had lost funding for the annual fireworks show.
R. Joshua Collins, Homeless Advocates for Christ, read a passage from the Bible and stated his
concerns regarding the ordinance pertaining to anti -camping and the criminalization of the
homeless. He spoke in opposition to corporatism and urged Council to fight for the rights of the
poor.
Mark Daniels stated everyone was responsible for taking copa of people in need, including the
homeless, the most vulnerable, the weak, and the sick and spoke in opposition to criminalizing
the homeless. Regarding fireworks, h8felt the city should not be financially responsible.
Mike Robbins read a parody entitled "A Cop in the Hat" where he addressed the subject of
homelessness and law enforcement.
Jeanine Robbins read a list of homeless individuals that died last year on the streets of Orange
County. She noted there were many more are expressed opposition to the ordinance regarding
confiscation of property. She expressed outraged that Council Members were more concerned
with a firework show than the homeless issue and presented handouts regarding homeless
deaths iOOrange County.
Linda Barnett commented oOthe district -based appointments ofboards and commission
members and shared her personal experience asaboard member, noting she was appointed
because ofher interest and not because ofwhere she lives. She addressed recent city
communications regarding proposed changes and hoped Council will explain why it felt the need
todisrupt the work performed byboards and commissions. She understood the changes inthe
number of members and opined the number should be determined by the work needed, not
based onthe number ofCouncil Members. She expressed concern with apotential reduction in
the number of volunteers available to serve and urged Council to allow current members to finish
their current terms.
Wes Jones thanked Mayor Tait and Council Member Moreno for supporting the opposition tnthe
spend money onthe fireworks show, adding the money was promised 0ogohJyouth programs.
Mr. Jones expressed his concerns oDthe homeless issue and storage ofproperty.
John Dunton commented On three different tragedies including Officer Boyer from the City of
Whittier, the Lopez Family in Fullerton which lost children in Iraq and @ recent traffic accident, and
a Hesperia aqueduct accident and thanked city staff for their outreach and kindness.
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Jim Cain, Anaheim Hills Community Council (AHCC) Operations Manager, clarified the City of
Anaheim does not fund the 411 of July fireworks, but rather, each year the AHCC raises funds to
celebrate the holiday, including a patriotic parade highlighting veterans, 5K/1 OK firecracker run, a
dog show, and a fireworks show. He reported the 4th of July celebration had experienced a drop
in financial support and was looking for help, stating the revenues from safe -and -sane fireworks
sales offset the costs of the celebration, without which the event would be in jeopardy. He urged
Council to consider the impact with any changes to the current firework sales structure.
Trevor O'Neill, AHCC Chairman, urged Council to consider the numbers and data before making
decisions that might prove contrary to the intent of fireworks sales, expressed concerns with
lowering the number of participating non -profits while increasing the strain on the Police and Fire
Departments to monitor multiple sales sites, and asked for assurances that the non -profits would
receive their promised revenues.
Gloria Hale described the community aspects of the 4th of July events, explained the sponsorship
and fundraising by the AHCC, and asked Council to deny the proposed changes to how fireworks
were sold.
Carolyn Walters and Teri Murphy, Anaheim 13th Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU) Adoption
Committee, reported the committee had participated in fireworks sales for the last few years and
spoke in support of keeping the program as -is. In response to Mayor Tait, Ms. Walters indicated
the 13th MEU received approximately $400 and expressed her support of the 4th of July event.
Mayor Tait highlighted the work of the 13th MEU Adoption Committee and urged
community support for the organization by visiting www.anaheim13thmeu.org.
Duane Roberts referenced the Public Safety Board (PSB) workshop held on February 28th
addressed the present structure of the PSB, and shared his opinions on how to better its
effectiveness through conducting its own investigations and having autonomy and independence
from the City Manager. He further addressed the issue of homelessness and an economic
system that is unable to provide a decent life for all.
Alfonso Rodriguez, Anaheim High School Basketball Coach, expressed support for the sale of
fireworks as a fundraising source, adding they have the manpower to operate the booths. He
further invited Council to their Bike-a-thon to be held on April 8m
A coach from Magnolia High School explained the difficulty of raising funds and expressed
support for the sale of fireworks as a fundraising source.
Council Member Murray expressed her appreciation to the coaches and noted Anaheim
high schools raised over $17,000 last year. Mr. Rodriguez addressed the distribution of
the funds, reporting the basketball group received $250 and noting the potential to raise
more through fireworks sales.
Council Member Moreno announced Mr. Rodriguez was recently awarded the Anaheim
Unified School District, Teacher of the Year.
William Fitzgerald, Anaheim Homeowners Maintaining our Environment, questioned the safety of
Anaheim's water and referenced a public records request concerning contamination of drinking
water.
Robert Henderson, Care for the Children Executive Director, thanked Council for their help and
stated he will be providing status reports relative to their "Fruit Baskets for Seniors" program. He
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expressed concerns that fundraising efforts were stopped by Code Enforcement and referenced
various communications to Council.
Victoria Michaels stated it was incumbent on Council to make a decision tonight to allow Anaheim
non -profits to have their own booths to raise funds for their organizations through the sale of
fireworks, suggested Council determine a way to provide funding for the AHCC fireworks show,
and addressed the distribution of funds in previous years. Additionally, she commented on
council member actions at a previous Council meeting and requested cooperation amongst the
council members.
Council Member Murray stated the prior dialogue was respectful and Council had a robust
debate on the subject item and voted in unison.
Council Member Kring agreed with Council Member Murray and addressed prior
comments by Ms. Michaels regarding a former colleague.
The Camera Man described his experience at a recent rally regarding the incident involving a
young man and an off-duty LAPD officer and expressed his hope that the Orange County District
Attorney would make the right decision on this matter.
Mayor Tait noted the incident was under an investigative process and the District Attorney
would make the decision whether charges, if any, would be filed. He further stated it was
improper, if not illegal, for the city to influence any investigation.
Cloe Bernier, Up with People, reported together with the National Hydrocephalus Foundation and
the Kiwanis Club of Orange County, they would bring 100 young volunteers from 20 different
countries to Orange County March 20-27 to share cultures with host families, learn from locals,
perform volunteer work, and hold a benefit concert for CHOC. She invited Council and the public
to the performance on March 25th at 7:00 P.M. at Anaheim High School and left flyers with
additional information.
Linda Lehnkering. Anaheim Poverty Task Force, spoke about homelessness noting the main
reason was the lack of affordable housing, with more than 35,000 households in Orange County
currently at risk for being homeless. She further stated the scale of homelessness had reached
an emergency crisis proportion and urged Council to repeal the seize -and -destroy, anti -camping
and anti -storage ordinances.
Nahla Kayali, Access California Services, thanked the city for their support and announced a
Resource Fair on March 25 at the Brookhurst Community Center, 9:30 A.M. to 1:00 P.M. and
distributed flyers noting the organizations that would be participating.
The Public Affairs Director of Access California Services invited the Council to the Resource Fair
to be held March 25 at the Brookhurst Community Center.
Daniel Luevanos, One Legacy/Donate Life, urged residents to register for organ donation at
www.donatelifecalifornia.org or www.donevidacalifornia.org; highlighted their recent Rose Parade
float and related events, Donor Awareness Month in April, and the 15th Annual Donate Life
Run/Walk on April 291h at Cal State University, Fullerton; and requested a proclamation declaring
April as Donor Awareness Month.
Jerry O'Keefe thanked Council for letting him serve as a member of the Sister City Commission
and expressed concerns regarding the Anaheim Hills 4th of July Parade. He asked Council to
consider whether it is cost-effective and stated that a lot can be done by working together.
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Lou Noble named some homeless individuals who had died, reported many homeless suffer from
PTSD, described a recent police incident of disbanding a group of homeless individuals, and
spoke in opposition to the anti -camping and anti -storage ordinances. He encouraged Council to
open empty lots for temporary shelters and asked Council to address the homeless issue.
Mayor Tait reported the city is getting closer to opening a homeless shelter in Anaheim
with at least 100 beds in April or May.
Sabyl Landrum, Legal Aid Society of Orange County, spoke on behalf of clients who are
homeless staying at La Palma Park, spoke against criminalization of the homeless as a violation
of their civil and human rights, and stressed that homelessness was not a choice, providing a
specific example of a homeless couple.
Dr. Robert Ornelas spoke of his Hip -Hop Ministry and its growing popularity around the country.
He commented on the homeless issue, wondered what other cities were doing to address the
issue, noted many of the homeless in the city were not from Anaheim, and asked what Council
was doing about homeless students and the safety of its children.
Tim Houchen, Hope for Restoration, commented on the work of his organization helping the
homeless and the community, recommended policies that provide a balance between public
safety and community development; and suggested implementing programs involving city officials
and the community, along with advocates and non -profits, to seek and develop solutions.
James Walehwa spoke about having to move his mother out of the city and growing up without a
father. He reported working with the homeless and suggested taking $5.00 from each Disneyland
ticket sale and directing it towards the homeless.
Cynthia Ward commented on Item No. 05 and delivered hand-written questions to staff regarding
the matter. She indicated an initial RFP for the project was issued in November 2016, the RFP
was amended, five proposals were submitted on December 1, 2016 and interviews were
conducted followed by the issuance of a new RFP in January 2017. She questioned what
changed that resulted in staff issuing a new RFP and commented on the costs associated with
issuing a new RFP.
A male speaker, District 3, spoke of his attendance at the rally regarding the LAPD officer
incident. He commented on the community tension and advocated working together with the
schools and community to develop solutions and programs.
Vern Nelson spoke regarding the homeless issue and urged Council to rescind the "seize and
destroy" ordinance. He commented on the case regarding Police Officer Kevin Ferguson and
opined Anaheim could charge him for various actions. He commented on Victoria Michaels's
comments regarding Council Members and stated he was excited about the Up with People
program.
Bryan Kaye commented on Policy 450 and 451 and spoke of his experiences with police officers,
claiming deception and fraud.
COUNCIL COMMUNICATIONS/AGENDA REQUESTS:
Council Member Barnes responded to comments regarding the homeless and encouraged
residents to visit www.anaheim.net for resources and attend the CityNet community meetings at
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the Downtown Library, March 8 at noon. She urged those who want to contribute to contact the
Anaheim Community Foundation.
Council Member Murray echoed Council Member Barnes's comments on the homeless and
urged residents to assist in advocacy at the Board of Supervisors to expedite construction of the
city's first homeless shelter. Regarding organ donation, she announced a bone marrow registry
drive at the Anaheim Central Library on March 14'h, from 10:00 A.M. to 3:00 P.M. in honor of L.A
County Sheriff, Sergeant Jorge Chavez, who was recently diagnosed with leukemia and
encouraged everyone to participate in the drive.
Council Member Kring responded to comments regarding the homeless, reported she serves as
the Chairperson of the Association of California Cities/Orange County Chapter of the
Homelessness Community task force, and spoke of her meeting with non-profit agencies
regarding this issue, citing tremendous efforts being made to support the homeless in Orange
County.
CITY MANAGER'S UPDATE: None
CONSENT CALENDAR: At 7:30 P.M., the consent calendar was considered with Council
Member Moreno pulling Items No. 03, 06, 12, and 16 for further discussion and Council Member
Faessel pulling Item No. 05. Council Member Kring then moved to waive reading in full of all
ordinances and resolutions and adopt the balance of the consent calendar as presented, in
accordance with reports, certifications and recommendations furnished each City Council
Member and as listed on the consent calendar, seconded by Council Member Faessel. ROLL
CALL VOTE: Ayes — 7: (Mayor Tait and Council Members: Vanderbilt, Murray, Barnes, Moreno,
Kring, and Faessel). Noes — 0. Motion Carried.
Mayor Pro Tem Vanderbilt commented on Item No. 02 noting it is a living document that can be
revised at any time and is an effective way for the city to state its position on national and state
issues.
1. Receive and file minutes of Public Utilities Board meeting of January 25, 2017.
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2. Adopt the 2017 Legislative Platform that guides the City's support of, or opposition to,
D116 state and federal legislation and authorize City staff to contact federal and state
representatives to advocate for legislative proposals consistent with the goals outlined
within the 2017 Legislative Platform.
D180 4. Ratify an increase to the emergency purchase order issued on December 1, 2016 to
Kone, Inc., in the amount of $409,537.84 increasing the cost by $303,671.50 for a new
total of $713,209.34, for an accelerated repair schedule to complete the work on the
remaining escalators at the Anaheim Convention Center, as required to comply with the
State deadline of March 10, 2017.
AGR- 7. Approve and authorize the Planning and Building Director to execute an agreement with
10476 Davis Farr LLP, in an amount not to exceed $520,000, for services related to the review
of short-term rental hardship extension applications for a two-year period with three one-
year optional renewals and authorize the City Manager to exercise the renewal options.
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D155 8. Approve an application seeking the Anaheim Workforce Development Board be
designated as an Adult and Dislocated Worker Career Services Provider for the Anaheim
Local Area under the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act.
AGR- 9 Approve an agreement with the Orange County Sanitation District, in an amount not to
10477 exceed $1,300,000, for construction of water f07acilities in conjunction with the State
College Boulevard sewer project and authorize and direct the Public Utilities General
Manager, or designee, to execute the agreement and any related documents, and to take
the necessary actions to implement and administer the agreement.
D182 10. Approve Anaheim Public Utilities Department's Annual Energy Efficiency and Demand
Reduction Goal of 1.1% of forecasted retail electric sales for the period beginning 2018
through 2027 and authorize the Public Utilities General Manager, or designee, to submit
the annual targets for energy efficiency and demand reduction over the next 10 years and
related documents to the California Energy Commission, and take such actions as are
necessary to achieve those targets.
D175 11. RESOLUTION NO. 2017-043 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF ANAHEIM approving the closure of Alro Way east of Clementine Street in
accordance with California Vehicle Code Section 21101(A)(1) and determine the action is
exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) pursuant to Section 15311
of Title 14 of the California Code of Regulations.
D155 13. RESOLUTION NO. 2017-045 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF ANAHEIM authorizing the Community and Economic Development Department
to receive and analyze quarterly census of employment and wages data for the City of
Anaheim obtained from the California State Employment Development Department for
Economic Planning and Development purposes and authorizing the City Manager or his
designee to negotiate and execute all necessary agreements with the California State
Employment Development Department.
D175 14, RESOLUTION NO. 2017-046 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF ANAHEIM authorizing the Director of Public Works or designee to submit an
application to the United States Department of the Interior, Bureau of Reclamation for the
Watersmart Grants: Drought Resiliency Projects for Fiscal Year 2017 for the Modjeska
Park Underground Storm Water Detention and Infiltration System Project and if awarded,
authorizing the acceptance of such grant on behalf of the City and amending the budget
accordingly and determining that these actions are exempt from the California
Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) pursuant to Guideline Section 15303 ($750,000 in
grant funds).
C280 15. ORDINANCE NO. 6399 (ADOPTION) AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF
ANAHEIM amending Chapter 18.36 (Types of Uses), Chapter 18.42 (Parking and
Loading) and Chapter 18.62 (Administrative Reviews) of Title 18 (Zoning) of the Anaheim
Municipal Code and finding and determining that this ordinance is not subject to the
California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) pursuant to section 15060(c)(2) of the State
CEQA guidelines because it will not result in a direct or reasonably foreseeable indirect
physical change in the environment (Zoning Code Amendment No. 2016-00136;
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DEV2016-00124) (reduce parking requirements for certain commercial and industrial land
uses and incentivize property owners to replace compact stalls with standard stalls and to
provide bicycle parking) (introduced at meeting of February 28, 2017, Item No. 28).
17. Approve minutes of the City Council meeting of November 1, 2016.
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3. Determine, on the basis of the evidence submitted by Platinum Vista Apartments L.P., that
AGR- the property owner has complied in good faith with the terms and conditions of
5025.13 Development Agreement No. 2007-00002 for the 2016 review period for development of a
327 -unit condominium project and 9,500 square feet of commercial space at property
located at 1015 and 1105 East Katella Avenue.
Mayor Tait declared a potential conflict and left the dais at 7:35 P.M
Planning & Building Director David Belmer reported the project had been previously approved
and was currently under construction. He reported, of the 389 units, none were slated as
affordable housing and announced the next Council agenda would include the annual review of
the City's Housing Element in which staff will outline the city's housing achievements, goals and
objectives.
DISCUSSION: In response to Council Member Moreno, Mr. Belmer stated there is nothing that
can be done now to encourage the developer to build affordable housing units given that the
project is currently under construction and approved under terms and conditions that did not
include affordability.
Council Member Moreno requested staff present, along with the Housing Element review,
preliminary ideas to encourage an increase in affordable housing units for developers that are
considering developments in the City.
Council Member Murray suggested that when reviewing the Housing Element, it would be helpful
to have an update on the breadth and scope of Anaheim's low-income housing and affordable
housing planning that has been done, possibly within the context of countywide planning.
Council Member Kring commented on the increased cost of land, countywide, noting that is one
of the reasons there are not as many low-income housing units as the city would like. She
recommended contacting state legislators to reduce regulations on housing and stated
environmentalists also affected where housing could be built and some residents were not
supportive of that type of housing in their neighborhoods.
Council Member Faessel thanked staff for working on this issue and stated a review of the City's
Housing Element will give Council an overview of the city's goals and will help generate ideas for
the future.
Mayor Pro Tem Vanderbilt highlighted the City's legislative platform which support measures and
grants that provide increased funding for housing programs within the City, including incentives
for private sector investment in housing projects.
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Council Member Moreno stated the city must figure out how it can work or incentivize the state,
within an affordable housing platform, to provide more resources to Anaheim. He further stated
he would like to consider how the city could incentivize developers to build more affordable
housing in the city, noted a sense of urgency, and wanted to ensure the city took responsibility for
developing affordable units throughout the city rather than creating economic segregation.
MOTION: Council Member Moreno moved to determine, on the basis of the evidence submitted
by Platinum Vista Apartments L.P., that the property owner has complied in good faith with the
terms and conditions of Development Agreement No. 2007-00002 for the 2016 review period for
development of a 327 -unit condominium project and 9,500 square feet of commercial space at
property located at 1015 and 1105 East Katella Avenue, seconded by Council Member Kring.
APPROVED VOTE: AYES — 6 (Mayor Pro Tem Vanderbilt and Council Members Murray,
Barnes, Moreno, Kring, and Faessel). NOES — 0. ABSTAIN — 1 (Mayor Tait). Motion carried.
Mayor Tait returned to the dais at 7:46 P.M.
AGR- 5. Approve an agreement with Michael Baker International, Inc., in an amount not to exceed
10475 $974,135, for engineering services for the Orangewood Avenue Improvements Project
from the Santa Ana River to east of State Route 57.
Public Works Director Rudy Emami reported the item was an award of an engineering design
contract for the widening of the bridge over the Santa Ana River on Orangewood Avenue and
Orangewood Avenue under the 57 freeway as part of required infrastructure improvements to
support the developments within the Platinum Triangle in order to improve traffic conditions. He
further explained the project had a phased approach, with the first phase street segment awarded
at the previous Council meeting. The second phase, currently before Council, included several
jurisdictions such as the Flood Control District, Army Corps of Engineers, and Caltrans.
Mr. Emami explained that five proposals were received for the initial Request for Proposal (RFP)
but, during the bid process, the City of Orange requested the addition of a water line and bidders
were making different assumptions concerning the Caltrans right-of-way. To ensure consistency
amongst bidders following the change of scope reflecting the clarified Caltrans requirements and
additional water line, a new RFP was issued. Mr. Emami reported four of the five original bidders
submitted proposals and the most qualified consultant was selected by staff.
DISCUSSION: In response to questions from Council Members Faessel and Barnes, Mr. Emami
confirmed that a change in scope came with the late inclusion of the water line from the City of
Orange and implemented to avoid a change order after the contract was issued. Additionally, the
estimated cost of the water line ($49,330) could have been higher if submitted as a change order
after contract issuance.
In response to Mayor Tait, Mr. Emami stated bidders had been ranked during the first bid process
but, in fairness to all bidders, the RFP was reissued to include the change in scope and the
clarifications of Caltrans requirements. During the first bid process, two consultants were very
close with one assuming they would get approval on deviations from Caltrans requirements;
therefore clarifications on Caltrans standards were included in the new RFP. After the second set
of bids were reviewed, the previously ranked number two was selected through a fair process for
all bidders.
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In response to Council Member Faessel, Mr. Emami explained most of the work was within the
City of Orange but it was a required mitigation measure because the development was in
Anaheim.
MOTION: Council Member Kring moved to approve an agreement with Michael Baker
International, Inc., in an amount not to exceed $974,135, for engineering services for the
Orangewood Avenue Improvements Project from the Santa Ana River to east of State Route 57,
seconded by Council Member Faessel. APPROVED VOTE: AYES — 7: (Mayor Tait and Council
Members Vanderbilt, Murray, Barnes, Moreno, Kring, and Faessel). NOES — 0. Motion carried.
AGR- 6. Approve the Final Map and Subdivision Agreement of Tract No. 17879 with Tri Pointe
10425.1 Homes, Inc., for a 75 -residential lot development with private street access, common
space areas and other amenities located at 4540 East Riverdale Avenue.
DISCUSSION: Council Member Moreno referenced Item No. 16 along with this item and
questioned whether the city could do anything in terms of zoning to ensure the development of
affordable housing.
City Manager Paul Emery clarified that Item Nos. 6 and 16 were two separate actions and
different phases of the projects.
MOTION: Council Member Moreno moved to approve the Final Map and Subdivision Agreement
of Tract No. 17879 with Tri Pointe Homes, Inc., for a 75 -residential lot development with private
street access, common space areas and other amenities located at 4540 East Riverdale Avenue,
seconded by Council Member Kring. ROLL CALL VOTE: AYES — 7: (Mayor Tait and Council
Members Vanderbilt, Murray, Barnes, Moreno, Kring, and Faessel). NOES — 0. Motion carried.
With no objections, Mayor Tait took the agenda out of order and addressed Item No. 16,
16. ORDINANCE NO. 6400 (INTRODUCTION) AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF
C280 ANAHEIM amending the zoning map referred to in Title 18 of the Anaheim Municipal
Code relating to zoning (Reclassification No. 2015-00285; DEV2015-00127) (2301, 2323
and 2331 West Lincoln Avenue; rezoning the property from General Commercial zone to
the RM -3 Multiple Family Residential zone).
Planning & Building Director David Belmer reported this item requested a re -zoning of a site
currently zoned for commercial uses to reclassify it to conform the property zoning to a medium
residential general plan designation. The project is a for -sale, 48 -unit attached and detached
family residential development which was reviewed and unanimously approved by the Planning
Commission. The project is adjacent to a school, from which a representative spoke in favor of
the project at the Planning Commission hearing and requested consideration of access issues on
which the developer is working with the school district.
Mr. Belmer clarified that the development application was not before the City Council but the
reclassification of the property. He spoke of the challenges related to achieving housing
affordability on for -sale projects, the possibility of initiating a conversation with the developer to
encourage affordable housing, and options for other forms of affordability on a voluntary basis.
DISCUSSION: In response to Council Member Moreno, Mr. Belmer reported if Council did not
approve the zoning change, the project could not be built.
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Council Member Kring noted the property owner spent millions to buy the property and have the
expectation they would build at market -rate and believed it inappropriate to deny the
reclassification at this juncture.
Council Member Moreno indicated he would abstain from voting on this matter noting, for the
record, the importance of affordable housing in the city. He added he would like to encourage the
developer of this project to consider being more inclusionary in their housing, given the needs of
the city and suggested the city could incentivize affordable housing.
Mayor Tait agreed with potential incentives for housing and indicated his support for this
reclassification at this time.
MOTION: Council Member Kring to introduce ORDINANCE NO. 6400 (INTRODUCTION) AN
ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF ANAHEIM amending the zoning map referred to in Title 18 of the
Anaheim Municipal Code relating to zoning (Reclassification No. 2015-00285; DEV2015-00127)
(2301, 2323 and 2331 West Lincoln Avenue; rezoning the property from General Commercial
zone to the RM -3 Multiple Family Residential zone), seconded by Council Member Murray.
ROLL CALL VOTE: AYES — 6: (Mayor Tait and Council Members Vanderbilt, Murray, Barnes,
Kring, and Faessel). NOES — 0. ABSTAIN — 1: (Council Member Moreno). Motion carried.
Ordinance introduced.
D150 12. RESOLUTION NO. 2017-044 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF ANAHEIM authorizing the Director of Community Services or his
designee to submit an application for housing related parks grant on behalf of the City of
Anaheim to the Department of Housing and Community Development, and if awarded,
authorizing the acceptance of such funding on behalf of the City and amending the
budget accordingly.
DISCUSSION: Council Member Moreno stated he was supportive of skate parks as they
contributed to the city's wellness program and requested information regarding the process of
engaging with the local community, which had expressed concerns with issues arising from the
implementation of a skate park in their neighborhood.
Community Services Director Brent Dennis stated the department was well-respected in terms of
the quality of the city's outreach and community involvement; serving the youth and giving them a
place to enjoy and exercise was the motivation and primary criteria; and many of the capital
improvement dollars to advance park improvements came from efforts in pursuing grant
opportunities, which was the action currently before Council.
Senior Park Planner Pamela Galera explained the department's community input process and
reported a community meeting was held specifically regarding the skate park which was well -
attended by the Boys & Girls Club, but only two neighbors attended. As invitations had been sent
to large area, staff was concerned about the low attendance and followed-up by going door-to-
door to speak with adjacent residents and discuss their concerns.
Council Member Kring described differences in size between Manzanita Park and Palm Lane
Park and shared concerns from residents near Palm Lane that older children are taking over a
park meant for younger children and an overall concern for safety, requesting the Palm Lane
skate park be eliminated or staffed and monitored by park rangers or police officers.
Mr. Dennis noted many of the same challenges existed before the skate park was introduced and
he has reached out to the leadership of Next Up, who operate the programming of the skate park
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at the former Boys & Girls Club, location, to request a proposal for a supervised program at all
skate parks.
In response to Council Member Moreno, Ms. Galera explained most resident concerns were
regarding a loss of privacy and parking and additional community outreach would be conducted
as the design process continued. She added, in general, people were supportive and
appreciated a positive direction for the park.
Council Member Faessel shared he visited Palm Lane Park during a police ride -a -long where
concerns were expressed about the placement of the skate park within the overall park and
lighting, of which the latter had been addressed.
MOTION: Council Member Moreno moved to approve RESOLUTION NO. 2017-044
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ANAHEIM authorizing the Director
of Community Services or his designee to submit an application for housing related parks grant
on behalf of the City of Anaheim to the Department of Housing and Community Development,
and if awarded, authorizing the acceptance of such funding on behalf of the City and amending
the budget accordingly, seconded by Council Member Faessel. APPROVED VOTE: AYES — 7:
(Mayor Tait and Council Members Vanderbilt, Murray, Barnes, Moreno, Kring, and Faessel).
NOES — 0. Motion carried.
D175 18. RESOLUTION NO. 2017-047 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF ANAHEIM delegating to the Director of Public Works the authority to execute
change orders on Public Works and establishing limitations thereon and rescinding
Resolution No. 88R-124.
DISCUSSION: Council Member Kring inquired if this would create problems or put projects in
jeopardy. Public Works Director Rudy Emami reported the city still had a 10% cap on change
orders with delegated authority up to $250,000 with added accountability of reporting and an
increased amount of $400,000 with the approval of the City Manager. In addition, an emergency
provision had been added so the City Manager would be able to approve a higher amount in
terms of safety issues and then presented to Council at the next available meeting. Council
Member Kring stated she did not see a necessity for this as current practice had worked to this
point.
Council Member Murray inquired if an issue had necessitated this change, to which City Manager
Paul Emery responded the item had been requested by Council Member Moreno, not initiated by
staff which had no concerns with the existing process. Council Member Murray stated she was
comfortable with the current system in place.
Mayor Tait stated this change would add accountability and transparency and addressed how this
issue came about following $6 million in change orders, without Council approval, for the design -
build project at the Convention Center.
Council Member Moreno thanked staff for collaborating on this item, noting it would allow projects
to move efficiently and allow immediate reporting so Council was aware of the projects. He
noted, while Council does not manage city operations, Council is accountable for what occurs
and this allows greater transparency in terms of Council's fiduciary responsibility.
In response to Council Member Kring's inquiry regarding the total cost of the expansion of the
Convention Center, Mr. Emami reported the design -build contract was $155 million. Council
Member Kring opined $6 million in change orders was minimal within the scope of the project and
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that change orders were inevitable. She added the current system was transparent, Council was
fiduciarily responsible, and she trusted the City Manager and management staff.
MOTION: Council Member Moreno moved to approve RESOLUTION NO. 2017-047
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ANAHEIM delegating to the Director
of Public Works the authority to execute change orders on Public Works and establishing
limitations thereon and rescinding Resolution No. 88R-124, seconded by Mayor Tait.
APPROVED VOTE: AYES — 5: (Mayor Tait and Council Members Vanderbilt, Barnes, Moreno,
and Faessel). NOES — 2: (Council Members Kring and Murray). Motion carried.
D114 19. RESOLUTION NO. 2017-048 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF ANAHEIM authorizing the City Manager to enter into certain agreements for and
on behalf of the City when the amount does not exceed fifty thousand dollars and
amending Council Policy 4.1 accordingly (continued January 24, 2017, Item No. 20;
February 7, 2017, Item No. 16; February 28, Item No. 31).
DISCUSSION: Mayor Pro Tem Vanderbilt requested a six-month sunset on the resolution, at
which time it could be reviewed and amended as needed, if there are any challenges to staff.
Mayor Tait explained this resolution would reduce the authority of the City Manager to $50,000
and anything above that would come before Council.
Council Member Kring inquired whether Council assistants' compensation was being pulled out
and Mayor Pro Tem Vanderbilt responded affirmatively.
Acting City Attorney Kristin Pelletier confirmed the resolution exempted out Council Aides and
explained because the resolution was being repealed with a sunset, staff would need to come
back with a new resolution prior to September 12, 2017.
Council Member Moreno felt Council's assistance should be maintained or staff should, at least,
report when Council approved a contract over $50,000 for the sake of transparency, but stated he
was comfortable with moving forward and reviewing the item on September 12tH
MOTION: Mayor Pro Tem Vanderbilt moved to approve RESOLUTION NO. 2017-048
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ANAHEIM authorizing the City
Manager to enter into certain agreements for and on behalf of the City when the amount does not
exceed fifty thousand dollars and amending Council Policy 4.1 accordingly, as amended to
include a sunset date of September 12, 2017, seconded by Mayor Tait. APPROVED VOTE:
AYES — 4: (Mayor Tait and Council Members Vanderbilt, Barnes, and Moreno). NOES — 3:
(Council Members Kring, Murray and Faessel). Motion carried.
D116 20. Discuss and direct staff to move forward with the development of the 2017 fireworks
program that will allow Anaheim non -profits the opportunity to raise funds for their
organizations through fireworks sales (continued from February 28, 2017, Item No. 35).
DISCUSSION: Mayor Tait provided a brief history of the Anaheim Hills 4th of July celebration and
activities, fundraising efforts, and the involvement of the Chamber of Commerce. He continued
that two years ago, the city approved an initiative to allow fireworks, with City Council having the
authority to develop a program. The benefit of the fireworks program was to provide fundraising
efforts for non -profits and youth programs, and the city initially decided to consolidate the
program and have the Honda Center sell the firework, with upon presentation of a flyer from a
non-profit group, 30% of the sales revenue would go to that non-profit. He stated he previously
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voted against that model as he did not feel it was consistent with communities benefitting
throughout the city, referenced an editorial in the Orange County Register which stated the
program was not fair to non -profits, and felt it was time for a change.
At the invitation of Mayor Tait, Trevor O'Neill returned to the podium to clarify his statements that
there needed to be assurances that 30% of profits were fully allocated to non-profit and
community groups.
Mayor Tait proposed that schools and non-profit organizations throughout the city operate one of
a sixteen safe -and -sane firework stands to raise funds for their charitable causes, with eight
permits issued to city high schools (Western, Magnolia, Savanna, Loara, Anaheim, Katella,,
Esperanza, and Canyon) and the remaining eight issued through a lottery system to civic/non-
profit organizations and/or youth sports organizations. Mayor Tait estimated that under the
proposed program, non -profits could raise between $10,000 - $20,000.
Council Member Kring opined that the lottery system would shut out many non -profits and
described her experience chairing the Anaheim Hills 4th of July event for many years; noted one
year where there was no money but a resident paid for the show; and stated economic issues
had affected the event over time. She commented on the participation of the Anaheim Hills
Community Council, the high insurance costs related to the pyrotechnics, and believed there
were no issues with the current program.
Council Member Murray stated high schools have been the biggest generators of private funding
and agreed with Mr. O'Neill in terms of making sure the entire 30% was captured, noting those
corrections could be made without eliminating the entire system. She expressed concerns that
some groups would be eliminated, as more than 100 groups currently participate but the
proposed change would limit it to only sixteen. She believed the existing system was fair and
equitable as far as who could participate and there was citywide representation in a program that
was provided without having to worry about fundraising. She reported receiving over 200
individual communications from residents noting the importance of the 4th of July events and
asking that it not be thrown out and believed it to be be short-sighted to eliminate the fireworks
program and the sustainable funding that comes from a private source through the fireworks
sales.
In response to Mayor Tait's question, Council Member Murray reported that last year, Katella
High School received $5,300, Magnolia High School $4,800, and Anaheim High School $2,500
for one group and a couple thousand dollars for another. She added Loara High School received
$2,200 and Katella High Football received $2,500 and listed other organizations, noting the
money represented three days of sales without overhead costs.
Mayor Tait noted the current system took $40,000 off the top and left smaller amounts for the
high schools. With regard to the 200 letters, Mayor Tait reported he believed they were the result
of a campaign to scare people that there would be no community event. He stated high schools
would be able to make more money under the proposed system. In response to Mayor Tait,
Deputy City Manager Greg Garcia provided a brief history of the city's support of the Anaheim
Hills 4th of July event stating the city has provided support since 1995 reflecting last year's
sponsorship was $10,000 as part of the special events program. Mr. Garcia added fundraising is
a struggle but the city was not pulling back on its support. Mayor Tait indicated he would
welcome a meeting with Mr. O'Neill and the committee to make sure the money was raised for
the Anaheim Hills fireworks program.
Council Member Faessel expressed concern with decreasing participation to 16, noting that
would leave approximately 80 organizations that would not receive any funding. He stated he
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was uncomfortable giving all the benefit to 16 groups at the expense of the other 80, and while
not perfect, he spoke in support of the current system.
Mayor Pro Tem Vanderbilt referenced a flyer distributed during the last election, Facts About
Measure E and the Anaheim Community Groups, which stated community groups would receive
about $30 million annually in California from State Fire Marshall Approved Fireworks with
Anaheim community groups receiving an estimated $350,000 each year if Measure E passed.
He stated voters were expecting community groups to make approximately $350,000 per year
and, with the current system, voters were denied what they expected as the available funding
was much smaller. He understood the concerns and the tremendous hardship to many of the
communities, but found it important to honor the vote of the people.
Council Member Kring referenced Canyon High School and problems with them having a booth
due to insurance, liability costs, and expenses, particularly as fireworks were not allowed in the
hills area. With the current system where everything was managed by the Honda Center,
expenses were minimized and suggested if groups were not receiving the money they expected,
it could be for lack of presenting their flyers. She suggested any additional money be provided to
the Anaheim Community Foundation.
Council Member Murray calculated each group of sixteen would get about $7,500 per group
which must be divided among various groups within their organization. She expressed concerns
with a reduction in eligibility of youth groups and non -profits and reiterated she is opposed to the
proposed change. In response to her question about who will administer the program, Mayor Tait
reported the schools would administer it and the city could run a lottery with established criteria
for non -profits in the city and distribute the permits.
Mr. Garcia explained, after receiving direction from Council, staff would return with an ordinance
and a program outlining the lottery, the criteria, and responsibilities and requirements for each
non-profit.
Mayor Tait added the city would run the lottery, as other cities do; there would be 16 groups that
could earn approximately $15,000 each and stated the current method had failed, but provided
the Chamber of Commerce with $40,000.
Council Member Moreno addressed alleged misstatements and, while not the exact change he
proposed, he was comfortable with the Mayor's proposal, as it met the spirit of what the people
voted for. He questioned why people in Anaheim Hills were led to believe he and Council were
proposing to defund the fireworks show and added he was willing to work to ensure the tradition
continued. He hoped consideration would be given to funding the AIM program; supported the
proposal for change; and suggested the non -profits may be able to participate with the schools.
He commented on challenges with fireworks, especially considering veterans with PTSD; the
effect on pets and children; and public safety. He suggested staff could provide ideas as to how
the city could provide further support to deal with challenging issues.
Council Member Kring reported the Chamber of Commerce does not get the $40,000 but rather it
was the group that puts on the 4th of July celebration. She inquired about the smaller non -profits
and the criteria they must meet to participate.
In response to Council Member Kring, Mayor Tait stated the non -profits must complete an
application and submit to the City Clerk's Office by March 22. He further stated the applicants
must be a registered non-profit organization 501 c3 and, in the case of youth sports, must be
registered as a valid youth -serving organization within the city or have a principal/permanent
meeting place within the city under its registered name as a non-profit, must provide direct and
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regular community services and benefits to residents of the city, must serve a minimum of 300
individuals within a given calendar year, and must have been in continuous operation for a
minimum of five years.
Mr. Garcia reported a call for the lottery would probably take place at the end of April.
Council Member Murray inquired if the Mayor's motion included the city's commitment to support
the Anaheim Hills Fireworks program. Mayor Tait noted that funding of the Anaheim Hills program
was not on the current agenda and added they could apply, as part of a non-profit organization.
Council Member Murray restated her opposition.
Council Member Kring reiterated her concern regarding Canyon High School and Mayor Tait
stated he does not want to exclude Canyon High School from the opportunity to make $20,000
under the proposed program.
Mayor Pro Tem Vanderbilt proposed any organization that does not win a lottery seat, contact his
office for tickets to events, valued at about $1,000, as a fundraising option. Council Members
Murray, Kring, and Moreno offered the same.
MOTION: Mayor Tait moved to establish a program where schools and non-profit organizations
can apply to operate one of 16 safe and sane fireworks stands within the City of Anaheim, where
eight of the permits will be for schools to include: Western High, Magnolia High, Savanna High,
Loara High, Anaheim High, Katella High, Esperanza High and Canyon High; and the remaining
eight will be for civic/non-profit organizations and/or youth sports organizations that serve
Anaheim residents, seconded by Council Member Moreno. ROLL CALL VOTE: AYES — 4:
(Mayor Tait and Council Members Vanderbilt, Barnes, and Moreno). NOES — 3: (Council
Members Murray, Kring, and Faessel). Motion carried.
M142 21. RESOLUTION NO. 2017-049 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
8105 THE CITY OF ANAHEIM providing for district based appointments and removal of Board
and Commission Members prior to the 2018 General Municipal Election.
ORDINANCE NO. 6401 (INTRODUCTION) AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL
OF THE CITY OF ANAHEIM adding Section 1.04.391 to Chapter 1.04 of Title 1 of the Anaheim
Municipal Code providing for district -based appointment of City Board and Commission
Members; amending Sections 1.04.380 through 1.04.996 of Chapter 1.04 of Title 1 of the
Anaheim Municipal Code relating to City Boards and Commissions; amending the Title of
Chapter 1.04 to include Boards and Commissions; repealing Section 1.04.857 of Chapter 1.04
relating to the Sesquicentennial Commission; and amending Chapter 13.04 of Title 13 relating
to the Parks and Recreation Commission.
City Clerk Linda Andal reported City Council directed staff to review all city boards and
commissions to restructure the method in which members were appointed in order to make the
commissions reflective of the city's by -district election system. The resolution and ordinance
include elements per Council direction at the February 7th Council meeting as well as to ensure
the method of transition of members was consistent with the Municipal Code and City Charter.
Ms. Andal explained Council's direction, as follows: i) resize all commissions to seven with the
exception of the Housing and Community Development Commission, increasing that commission
from seven to nine, thereby allowing two at -large tenant seats, the Library Board remaining at five
members due to Charter requirements, and the Sister City Commission remaining at 15
members; ii) release all incumbents and allow eligible incumbents to reapply and be given priority
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review with second priority given to district residents and, thereafter, District Council Members
may select any applicant regardless of district residency; iii) allow for one appointment per District
Council Member with the remaining three seats to be filled by the affirmative vote of a majority of
the entire City Council, with terms running concurrent with the appointing Council Member.
Ms. Andal continued, should Council approve the resolution, the composition of the boards and
commission will reflect seven members, which will only affect the Budget, Investment and
Technology Commission reducing it from nine to seven members, the Community Services Board
reduced from 11 to seven members, and the Housing and Community Development Commission
increased to nine members. In the area of appointments, all appointments will be continued to be
made during a public meeting. For the initial appointment period, those Council Members elected
in November 2016 will have a direct appointment, while the remaining vacancies will be
appointed by the entire City Council. Commencing with the General Municipal Election in
November 2018, the mayor and all council members shall have one direct appointment except
where an exception is noted. Ms. Andal stated any removals would continue to be made during a
public meeting, with the exception of Charter Commissions which shall be removed by a majority
of the City Council. All other members may be removed at the sole discretion of the appointing
Council Member. Under qualifications, with the exception of the Sister City Commission who will
retain their current membership terms, all city boards and commissions shall be a resident of the
City at the time of appointment and during the entire tenure of service. Charter Commissions, as
guided by the Charter, must be eligible electors of the city. In respects to the term of office, the
term is concurrent with the appointing Council Member. Another notable revision is to the Parks
and Recreation Commission, removing the requirement that one seat be of a held by a person at
least 60 years or older and the removal of the Senior Citizen Subcommittee. She further noted
that there was nothing in the Code or being proposed that would prohibit the commission from
forming another subcommittee, including the Senior Citizen Commission.
Ms. Andal further stated if the item was approved, the City Clerk's Office was prepared to notify
all incumbents of their eligibility to reapply as well as publish the vacancies through various media
outlets. In preparation, her office also developed a much easier, user-friendly online application
process catered toward each commission. The earliest date on which appointments could legally
be made is April 25, 2017.
DISCUSSION: Council Member Faessel reported he will support the item but suggested
revisiting the composition of the Sister City Commission in order to be consistent with all the other
boards and commissions, which was supported by Mayor Tait.
In response to Mayor Pro Tem Vanderbilt question regarding the proposed timeline, Acting City
Attorney Kristin Pelletier explained current members would be relieved of service, when
successors were appointed.
Council Member Kring stated she would not support the item as the commissioners were
volunteers, many of whom would be termed out in June but were being released prior to the
expiration of their term, and did not agree with this course of action.
Council Member Murray reported she supported the alternative presented by Council Member
Faessel and expressed disappointment a different decision was made. She indicated she would
not support the item, as presented, and commented on the importance of having the expertise
and input of current members
Council Member Moreno suggested a change to Section 4 of the resolution to replace the word
"priority" with "special consideration". He further questioned the definition of "qualified elector" to
which Ms. Pelletier explained the term meant a registered voter. Council Member Moreno
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requested future consideration of a Charter amendment to allow for any City resident to serve on
a board or commission without being a registered voter.
MOTION: Council Member Moreno moved to approve RESOLUTION NO. 2017-049
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ANAHEIM providing for district
based appointments and removal of Board and Commission Members prior to the 2018 General
Municipal Election, as amended to revise Section 4 by replacing the word "priority" with "special
consideration", and to introduced ORDINANCE NO. 6401 (INTRODUCTION) AN
ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ANAHEIM adding Section 1.04.391 to
Chapter 1.04 of Title 1 of the Anaheim Municipal Code providing for district -based appointment of
City Board and Commission Members; amending Sections 1.04.380 through 1.04.996 of Chapter
1.04 of Title 1 of the Anaheim Municipal Code relating to City Boards and Commissions;
amending the Title of Chapter 1.04 to include Boards and Commissions; repealing Section
1.04.857 of Chapter 1.04 relating to the Sesquicentennial Commission; and amending Chapter
13.04 of Title 13 relating to the Parks and Recreation Commission, seconded by Council Member
Barnes. APPROVED VOTE: AYES — 4: (Mayor Tait and Council Members Barnes, Moreno, and
Faessel). NOES — 3: (Mayor Pro Tem Vanderbilt and Council Members Kring and Murray).
Motion carried; ordinance introduced.
D116 22. Direct staff to seek funds from the Anaheim Tourism Improvement District Transportation
Fund to cover certain costs associated with the Anaheim Regional Transportation
Intermodal Center annual operations.
Council Member Barnes declared a potential conflict, noting her husband works for ABC, which is
a Disney entity, recused herself and left the dais at 9:53 P.M.
Deputy City Manager Greg Garcia reported the item was to seek funding from the Anaheim
Tourism Improvement District (ATID) Transportation Fund to cover the costs of the Anaheim
Regional Transportation Intermodal Center (ARTIC) operations, specifically, the annual operating
deficit of the center. He explained, in 2010, the City of Anaheim in collaboration with the
Anaheim/Orange County Visitor and Convention Bureau, Visit Anaheim, and a consortium of
hoteliers formed the ATID for the promotion of local tourism and convention -related programs as
well as transportation improvements within The Anaheim Resort and the Platinum Triangle. The
ATID places a 2% assessment upon all hoteliers within the ATID boundaries. Of the revenues
collected from the ATID assessment, 75% of the funds are directed to Visit Anaheim and are
dedicated to marketing, promotion, and related activities that seek to bolster the City's tourism
and convention industry. The remaining 25% of the funds are placed in a separate transportation
fund that is intended to be dedicated to transit projects within the ATID boundaries, such as the
previous study efforts for the ARC street car system. Mr. Garcia continued the transportation
funds could also be used for other transportation improvement efforts within the district
boundaries, including activities associated with ARTIC and other projects that assist with the
movement of people in and around The Anaheim Resort and Platinum Triangle. Per the
ordinance, the ATID Transportation Fund is managed by a three-member committee that
identifies funding priorities and approves expenditures. The committee is made up of
representatives from the following entities: 1) City of Anaheim (as appointed by the City
Manager); 2) Representative from the largest single contributor in the aggregate by brand to the
ATID; and 3) Representative of the hoteliers as recommended by the Visit Anaheim Board of
Directors.
Mr. Garcia reported, as part of the planning for ARTIC, staff anticipated that on-going expenses
would be off -set with revenue sources from naming/sponsorship rights, indoor/outdoor
advertising, rents, special events, and common area maintenance charges. Unfortunately, due to
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the lack of certain advertising and sponsorship agreements in place, ARTIC has been operating
at a loss. The projected operating deficit for ARTIC in the current fiscal year is approximately $2.5
million. The ATID transportation committee has previously appropriated funds to ARTIC both for
land costs as well as funding for ARTIC operations. In June 2015, the ATID Transportation
committee voted unanimously to appropriate $2.1 million for FY14/15 and $1.9 million for
FY15/16 for ARTIC operating costs. At the end of this fiscal year the balance of the ATID
Transportation Fund will be approximately $9 million. Further, it is estimated that the annual
revenue to the ATID Transportation Fund will be approximately $4.4 million in FY16/17 and $4.9
million in FY17/18. If directed, staff will place an item on the agenda at the next regularly
scheduled ATID Transportation committee meeting to approve appropriating funds to cover the
ARTIC operating deficit for this fiscal year and for future years when ARTIC operates at a deficit.
DISCUSSION: Mayor Tait explained this request to the ATID committee was to recover the loss
of the ARTIC operating deficit so that it did not impact vital city services.
Council Member Kring stated this was a great use of the ATID money, the ATID had been
extremely successful, and expressed her support of the item.
Council Member Murray stated she would support the motion, noted that ATID transportation
funding was privately assessed and put in place for the specific purpose of connecting the Resort
District to the train station, stated since that project had been eliminated it was possible the fund
could be entirely revoked, and expressed her belief that the city should not go to private funding
to cover operating losses from a city asset. In response to her inquiry, Executive Director of
Convention, Sports and Entertainment Tom Morton reported the two biggest missing areas were
naming rights and advertising. He further stated, with regard to naming rights, an entity was
brought on in advance of ARTIC's opening but unfortunately there were no takers. Subsequently,
the City did go out to re -bid to bring on a consultant to continue that endeavor but no bids were
received. He explained the City was currently out to bid one more time to continue the naming
rights opportunity. In terms of advertising, it was largely based on the freeway reader board that
was presented to Council but not approved in October. Two smaller monument signs were built
and he hoped to have an item on the next agenda to move forward on the advertising
perspective, but stated it was not as lucrative as a freeway -oriented sign. He further noted the
total was roughly over $2 million as part of the original pro forma for ARTIC operations.
Council Member Murray recalled discussing commercial development around ARTIC in order to
create a revenue stream and better maximize retail space inside, noting while retail spots had
been slow to open, they were successful upon opening. She further asked staff to reduce
operating costs and/or maximize the ability for the train station to cover its own overhead. In
reply to Council Member Murray's inquiry regarding whether the Mayor had reached out to other
stakeholders, Mayor Tait reported he spoke with Visit Anaheim and had requested the City
Manager reach out to stakeholders and provide Council with an update.
Mayor Pro Tem Vanderbilt asked whether there had been economic studies related to the
elasticity of the assessment, to which City Manager Emery responded there were hoteliers who
were better versed in the hotel rate number and would be better able to discuss the matter and
staff could look into facilitating a presentation to Council.
MOTION: Mayor Tait moved to direct staff to seek funds from the Anaheim Tourism
Improvement District Transportation Fund to cover certain costs associated with the Anaheim
Regional Transportation Intermodal Center annual operations, seconded by Council Member
Kring. APPROVED VOTE: AYES — 6: (Mayor Tait and Council Members Vanderbilt Murray,
Moreno, Kring, and Faessel). NOES — 0. ABSTAIN — 1: (Council Member Barnes). Motion
carried.
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Council Member Barnes returned tDthe dais 811O:12P.M.
PUBLIC HEARING: 10:12 P.M.
28.
C280
RECLASSIFICATION NO. 2016-00299
CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 2016-05866
TENTATIVE PARCEL MAP NO. 2016-192
Location: 203North Euclid Street
Owner/Applicant: TahirSo|irn. {}C Development, 13O7VV 6 m Street, Cmrona, CA 92882
Agent: Glenn Rinier. MCG Architecture, 111 Poci5os. Suite 280, Irvine, CA 92618
Request: The following land use entitlements are being requested: (1) a Reclassification
of portion of the subject property from the C -G (Commercial General) zone to the (
(|DduGt[ia/) zone; /2\8Conditional Use Permit t0construct 8new automotive washing
facility; and /3\8Tentative Parcel Map to consolidate six parcels into one lot.
Environmental Determination: The City Council will consider whether tofind the project
to be categorically exempt from the provisions of the California Environmental Quality Act
and Guidelines aooClass 3(New Construction o[Conversion of Small Structures)
Categorical Exemption.
ACTION TAKEN BY THE PLANNING COMMISSION:
Approved Reclassification No. 2O1d-OO29Q/PC2O17-D14\.Tentative Parcel Map No.
2D18-102/PC2O17-016\.and Conditional Use Permit No. 2010-D58O0(PC2O17-015)with
an added condition of approval, as follows: Prior to the issuance of building p9rDliL, the
final map shall be submitted to and approved by the City of Anaheim, Department of
Public Works and the Orange County Surveyor for technical review to ensure that all
applicable conditions of approval have been complied with and then shall be filed with the
Office Dfthe Orange County Recorder.
Vote: 7-0 (Chairperson Caldwell and Commissioners Bostwick, Carb ja|. Da|8ti.
HenOiDger, Lieberman and Seymour voted yea.)Motion Carried.
(Planning Commission meeting CfJanuary 23.2D17)
(Appealed byFrancisco Ava|om).
ORDINANCE NO. 6402 (INTRODUCTION)ANORDINANCE OFTHE CITY OF
ANAHEIM amending the zoning map referred to in Title 18 of the Anaheim Municipal
Code relating to zoning (Reclassification No. 2016-00299; DEV2016-00025).
RESOLUTION NO. /\RESOLUTION OFTHE CITY COUNCIL OFTHE
CITY {]FANAHEIM approving Conditiona\UaePennitNo.2O18-O5D68andrnahing
certain findings iDconnection therewith ([>Ey2O10-D0O25;2O3North Euclid Street).
(Approved, as amended)
RESOLUTION NO. ARESOLUTION OFTHE CITY COUNCIL OFTHE
CITY OF ANAHEIM approving Tentative Parcel Map No. 2016-192 and making certain
findings inconnection therewith (DEV2O1O-DOD25; 2D3North Euclid Stnee{).
David Belmer, Planning &Building Director, presented the public hearing aaan appeal of
project approved unanimously bvthe Planning Commission oDJanuary 23.2017for a
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subject property, and a Tentative Parcel Map to consolidate the parcels. Mr. Belmer stated the
appeal was filed by Francisco Avalos; a copy of which was included as part of the agenda packet.
Mr. Belmer continued the subject site was just under an acre in size located at the northwest
corner of Euclid Street and Lincoln Avenue with street frontages along Euclid Street, Lincoln
Avenue, and Euclid Way. The surrounding land uses included industrial uses to the west and
north across Euclid Way, a Target retail store to the south across Lincoln Avenue, and an
automotive repair facility and retail to the east across Euclid Street with no residential uses within
500 feet of the subject property.
Mr. Belmer reported the proposed carwash facility consists of a 2,604 square foot car wash
building and covered parking areas for the vacuuming and drying of vehicles. All vehicular access
will be taken from Euclid Way via two driveways and the project would provide a total of 20 on-
site parking spaces, which complies with the zoning code, with 18 of the 20 spaces serving as
vacuum/drying stalls for customers. Mr. Belmer further stated an on-site queuing aisle with two
pay station pedestals would provide stacking for up to 14 vehicles leading up to the pay station
and an additional 12 more vehicle stacking capacity once you pass the pay station. Extensive on-
site landscaping is proposed and the project complies with all development standards in the
proposed industrial zone. The proposed reclassification would bring the entire site into
conformance with the property's Industrial General Plan land use designation. The subject site is
currently multiple parcels and the proposed tentative parcel map would consolidate the multiple
parcels into one for development.
In reference to the appeal, Mr. Belmer stated the appeal from Mr. Avalos cited noise, traffic, and
vehicle queuing concerns. With regard to noise, Mr. Belmer reported staff carefully considered
potential impacts from the proposed car wash, including noise impacts to surrounding uses. As
previously mentioned, the project site is bounded by two major arterial highways and local
streets. Although the appellant cites an adjacent bus shelter on the north side of Lincoln Avenue
as a potentially sensitive use, users of this bus stop are currently exposed to significant traffic
noise from both Lincoln Avenue and Euclid Street. In staff's professional opinion, any noise
impacts emanating from the car wash dryer would be incidental to the ambient noise from
vehicles on adjacent streets. In addition, the operator of the car wash facility will be required to
comply with the City's noise ordinance, which sets a maximum permitted noise limit of sixty
decibels as measured at any property line.
With regard to traffic, the City uses a standard of 100 peak trips associated with new projects.
Mr. Belmer reported staff determined that the project would generate less than 100 peak vehicle
trips, specifically 40 trips in the A.M. peak hour and 75 trips in the P.M. peak hour, based on
information provided in a trip -generation memo recently prepared for a similar type car wash
recently approved at the Beach Boulevard and Ball Road intersection. As a result, Mr. Belmer
stated staff determined that an independent and detailed traffic impact analysis was not
necessary.
With regard to vehicle queuing, the appeal cited the queuing line as insufficient and may result
with vehicles backing up into the public right of way. Mr. Belmer stated 24 vehicles can be
accommodated in the queuing line, 12 vehicles before the pay stations and approximately 12
more vehicles after pay stations. Mr. Belmer confirmed the applicant's data suggest no more
than 7 vehicles will be in the queuing line and staff's opinion is there is more than sufficient
queuing and little likelihood vehicles would back-up into the public right of way.
Mr. Belmer concluded by stating the proposed project complies with all development standards of
the Industrial zone, would improve the appearance of the property, and would put a currently
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unimproved parcel to productive use. He continued that staff recommended City Council deny the
appeal and uphold the Planning Commission's approval of this request.
Council Member Moreno reported he met with the appellant after the item was agendized, at the
request of the appellant.
Mayor Tait opened the public hearing.
Scott Souders, representing the appellant, referenced a letter and report dated March 1, 2017,
from Bob Kahn, RK Engineering Group, and reported city staff required no technical analysis
regarding potential noise impacts. In the letter, Mr. Kahn indicated he felt there could be a
problem with noise, which should be measured. He further noted that Mr. Kahn stated in the
letter that there was no traffic study done, there was a potential to exceed 100 trips, and
recommended a trip -generation study. Mr. Kahn also had issues related to queuing, circulation,
and parking. He reiterated the need to conduct studies to make sure there would be no negative
impacts with regard to noise.
Joel Burnstine, representing the appellant, distributed copies of a site plan and stated he did not
believe the car wash tunnel would generate a lot of noise and agreed with city staff in terms of the
ambient noise. He expressed concerns relative to increased noise from the proposed vacuum
accumulators, noting it will exceed the noise limitations. In terms of traffic, Mr. Burnstine
referenced a car wash on Beach and Ball and compared it with the proposed site. He opined the
proposed vacuum sites are a failure in terms of circulation, there is potential for accidents and the
issue needs to be studied. Mr. Bernstein spoke about the economics of car washes, stated if the
project is not well-designed and if the business fails, it would become a problem for the city. He
estimated the car wash would run approximately sixty cars an hour. He added he would like to
see a project work, but the noise and traffic issues need to be studied.
Tahir Salim, applicant, provided his background and experience and stated the appellant's
information is incorrect. He addressed the definition of stacking and reported their project will
stack 26 or 27 cars. He reported a car wash in Fullerton has stacking for six or seven cars and
another car wash in Anaheim has stacking for seven or eight cars. The original project included a
lube and oil facility and a car wash; however, to achieve better flow, they removed the lube and
oil piece. He provided the results of a noise study by 3M, noting the average street traffic is 78
decibels, and reported the equipment manufacturer conducted their own study and Mr. Salim
reported providing that information to staff. He reported at sixty feet, with no building or
landscaping, the operation would generate significantly less noise than average street traffic. In
terms of vacuums, they will be located significantly away from pedestrians. He indicated flow is
one of the best among car washes. He added the new technology is far quieter than the old
technology and reported this is his third car wash.
Peter Milazzo, A & T Vehicle Wash Systems, reported his company takes these projects from
feasibility through construction and marketing. He reported technology has changed since Mr.
Bernstein has been in the business and addressed mitigation efforts built into the equipment. He
addressed queuing and flow and opined this will be one of the most successful car washes and
will accommodate the projected volume.
In response to Mayor Pro Tem Vanderbilt's inquiry about the opportunities to exit once in the
queue, Mr. Salim confirmed there was an exit point without reversing.
William Fitzgerald, Homeowners Maintaining our Environment, commented on Council's lack of
transparency as staff reports were not available on the city's website and were deceptive and
ambiguous, and commented on impacts to traffic.
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John Sorenson spoke regarding the car wash equipment inside the building and reported on the
differences between hydraulic and electric equipment, noting the latter is much quieter than the
former, and that the applicant will be installing electric equipment. He addressed the location of
the vacuums and spaces and addressed flow, stacking, and circulation noting the site has a lot of
space for vehicles to move.
Joel Bernstein expressed concerns with claims by manufacturers and equipment representatives,
backups, and turning into the vacuum area. He opined the site will have more than 100 peak trips
per day and felt the matter needs to be studied further. He addressed ambient noise, noise
associated with having all vacuums running, and encouraged Council to study the noise and flow.
Mayor Tait closed the public hearing.
DISCUSSION: Council Member Faessel suggested adding a condition to ensure the landscaping
would be maintained to allow for longevity in the landscape and appearance.
Mr. Belmer reported Condition No. 39 requires the applicant to be responsible for maintaining the
premises and language could be inserted to require the landscaping be maintained and weed -
free. Council Member Faessel requested said amendment to the condition, concurred by Mayor
Tait, which was agreed to by Mr. Salim.
MOTION: Council Member Kring moved to approve Item No. 23, including the following,
seconded by Council Member Faessel:
ORDINANCE NO. 6402 (INTRODUCTION) AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF ANAHEIM
amending the zoning map referred to in Title 18 of the Anaheim Municipal Code relating to zoning
(Reclassification No. 2016-00299; DEV2016-00025).
RESOLUTION NO. 2017-050 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF ANAHEIM approving Conditional Use Permit No. 2016-05866 and making certain findings in
connection therewith (DEV2016-00025; 203 North Euclid Street).
(Approved, as amended)
RESOLUTION NO. 2017-051 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF ANAHEIM approving Tentative Parcel Map No. 2016-192 and making certain findings in
connection therewith (DEV2016-00025; 203 North Euclid Street).
APPROVED VOTE: AYES — 7: (Mayor Tait and Council Members Vanderbilt, Murray, Barnes,
Moreno, Kring, and Faessel). NOES — 0. Motion carried; ordinance introduced.
REPORT ON CLOSED SESSION ACTIONS: None
COUNCIL COMMUNICATIONS/AGENDA REQUESTS:
Council Member Murray requested staff look into the cost, feasibility and logistics of posting,
videotaping and/or recording agenda material for all City boards, commissions and taskforces
and expressed her condolences to the family of Alec Goldman and requested the meeting
adjourn in his memory.
Council Member Kring spoke of the upcoming Natural Product convention and her attendance at
the neighborhood community meeting at the Euclid Library.
Council Member Moreno spoke of his attendance at the neighborhood community meeting at the
Euclid Library, his meeting with seniors at the Senior Center regarding the project by the
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Downtown Community Center and requested an agenda item to consider re-establishing the
Senior Commission. He further spoke of his attendance at the OCCORD Immigration forum and
the Community Partners event regarding Power of Attorney letters. He requested an agenda
item on affordable housing and for staff to contact the Kennedy Commission to participate. He
further requested additional information be provided on how the City can mitigate firework
disturbances.
Council Member Barnes thanked all city staff for their dedicated work to the city and highlighted
the proclamation she presented to a resident who reached 100 years old.
Mayor Pro Tem Vanderbilt spoke of his attendance at the League of California Cities roundtable
on the topic of homelessness and the Potter's Lane project.
Council Member Faessel spoke of his attendance at the Americana Award ceremony recognizing
Anaheim recipient Marilyn McCorkle and requested the meeting adjourn in memory of Genevieve
Bennett.
ADJOURNMENT:
With no further business before the City Council and without objection, Mayor Tait adjourned the
meeting of March 7, 2017 at 11:21 P.M. in memory of Alec Goldman and Genevieve Bennett.
Respec itted,
heresa Bass, C
Acting City Clerk