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08-11-20_Action with Comments ANAHEIM CITY COUNCIL ACTION AGENDA AUGUST 11, 2020 SPECIAL NOTICE DURING COVID-19 PANDEMIC On March 4, 2020, Governor Newsom proclaimed a State of Emergency in California as a result of the threat of COVID-19. On March 17, 2020, Governor Newsom issued Executive Order N-29-20 (superseding the Brown Act-related provisions of Executive Order N-25-20 issued on March 12, 2020), which allows a local legislative body to hold public meetings via teleconferencing and to make public meetings accessible telephonically or otherwise electronically to all members of the public seeking to observe and to address the local legislative body. Pursuant to Executive Order N-29-20, please be advised that the Anaheim City Council will participate in this meeting telephonically. PUBLIC PARTICIPATION: Pursuant to Executive Order N-29-20 and given the current health concerns, members of the public can access the meeting live on-line, with audio and limited video, at www.anaheim.net/councilvideos and on Cable Channel 3. In addition, members of the public can submit comments electronically for City Council consideration by sending them to publiccomment@anaheim.net. To ensure distribution to the City Council prior to consideration of the agenda, please submit comments prior to 3:00 P.M. the day of the meeting. Those comments, as well as any comments received after 3:00 P.M., will be distributed to the City Council and will be made part of the official public record of the meeting. Contact the City Clerk’s Office at 714-765-5166 or cityclerk@anaheim.net with any questions. ACCESSIBILITY: If requested, the agenda and backup materials will be made available in appropriate alternative formats to persons with a disability, as required by Section 202 of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (42 U.S.C. Sec. 12132), and the federal rules and regulations adopted in implementation thereof. Any person who requires a disability-related modification or accommodation, in order to observe and/or offer public comment may request such reasonable modification, accommodation, aid, or service by contacting the City Clerk’s Office by telephone at (714) 765-5166 or via email to cityclerk@anaheim.net, no later than 8:00 AM on the day of the scheduled meeting.  ORDER OF BUSINESS: Public sessions of all regular meetings of the City Council/Successor Agency to the Redevelopment Agency/Housing Authority/Public Financing Authority/Housing and Public Improvements Authority begin at 5:00 P.M. Public hearings begin at 5:30 P.M. unless otherwise noted. Closed sessions begin at 3:00 P.M. or such other time as noted. Closed sessions may be preceded by one or more public workshops. If a workshop is scheduled, the subject and time of the workshop will appear on the agenda. Not all of the above agencies may be meeting on any given date. The agenda will specify which agencies are meeting. All meetings are in the Anaheim City Hall, Council Chamber, 200 S. Anaheim Blvd., Anaheim, CA 92805 or such other location as noted. Pursuant to Government Code Section 54954.2(a)(2), no action or discussion by the City Council shall be undertaken on any item not appearing on the posted agenda, except to briefly provide information, ask for clarification, provide direction to staff, or schedule a matter for a future meeting.  REPORTS: All agenda items and reports are available for review in the City Clerk’s Office and www.anaheim.net. Any writings or documents provided to a majority of the City Council regarding any item on this agenda (other than writings legally exempt from public disclosure) are available at the Office of the City Clerk, located at 200 S. Anaheim Blvd., 2nd Floor, Anaheim, CA 92805 and by contacting the office by phone, 714-765-5166, or email to cityclerk@anaheim.net.  ADDITIONS/DELETIONS: Items of business may be added to the agenda upon a motion adopted by a minimum 2/3 vote finding that there is a need to take immediate action and that the need for action came to the attention of the City or Agency subsequent to the agenda being posted. Items may be deleted from the agenda upon request of staff or upon action of the Council or Agency.  CONSENT CALENDAR: Consent Calendar items will be acted on by one roll call vote unless a member(s) requests an item(s) be discussed and/or removed from the Consent Calendar for separate action. Harry S. Sidhu, P.E. Mayor Stephen Faessel Mayor Pro Tem District 5 Denise Barnes Council Member District 1 Jordan Brandman Council Member District 2 Dr. Jose F. Moreno Council Member District 3 Lucille Kring Council Member District 4 Trevor O’Neil Council Member District 6 200 S. Anaheim Blvd. Anaheim, CA 92805 Tel: (714) 765-5166 Fax (714) 765-4105 www.anaheim.net 2 August 11, 2020 ANAHEIM CITY COUNCIL ANAHEIM, CALIFORNIA AUGUST 11, 2020 5:00 P.M. Call to order the Anaheim City Council. 5:03 P.M. 5:00 P.M. 5:03 P.M. Invocation: Council Member Trevor O’Neil Flag Salute: Mayor Pro Tem Stephen Faessel Presentations: Recognizing the Anaheim Public Library for receiving the 2020 John Cotton Dana Library Public Relations Award from the Library Leadership and Management Association Recognizing Yellow Cab of Greater Orange County for 75 years of service in the City of Anaheim Acceptance of Other Recognitions (To be presented at a later date): Recognizing September 12 - 20, 2020, as Welcoming Week ADDITIONS/DELETIONS TO THE AGENDA: City Clerk Theresa Bass announced staff requested to withdraw Item No. 12 to be brought back at the next City Council meeting. PUBLIC COMMENTS (all agenda items): City Clerk Theresa Bass reported that a total of 74 public comments were received via email prior to 3:00 P.M. (Total of 80 public comments received via email). – See Appendix. (Submit comments electronically for City Council consideration by sending them to publiccomment@anaheim.net. To ensure distribution to the City Council prior to consideration of the agenda, please submit comments prior to 3:00 P.M. the day of the meeting. Those comments, as well as any comments received after 3:00 P.M., will be distributed to the City Council and will be made part of the official public record of the meeting.) CITY MANAGER’S UPDATE: In response to Council Member Moreno, Interim City Manager Greg Garcia stated negotiations with SRB Management regarding Angel Stadium were ongoing since December as they work to finalize a community benefits package to presented soon. He announced a special Planning Commission meeting was noticed for September 9, 2020, additional documents would be prepared and publicized in approximately two weeks, and the information could be presented at a Council meeting in late September or early October. 3 August 11, 2020 5:00 P.M. - CITY COUNCIL 5:13 P.M. Items pulled for discussion: Mayor Sidhu: Item Nos. 02, 08, and 13 MOTION: ___LK/SF___ Waive reading of all ordinances and resolutions and adopt the consent calendar. ROLL CALL VOTE: 7-0. Motion carried. CONSENT CALENDAR: 1. Receive and file minutes of the Library Board meeting of March 9, 2020 and the Public Utilities Board meeting of May 27, 2020. 2. Approve a response to the 2019-2020 Orange County Grand Jury Report, “Protecting Those Who Protect and Serve,” and direct the City Manager to execute a letter and forward the response by September 28, 2020 to the presiding judge of the Orange County Court and the Orange County Grand Jury. Item No. 02 Discussion. MOTION: HS/SF ROLL CALL VOTE: 7-0. Motion carried. 3. Accept the bid from United Rotary Brush Corporation, in the amount of $82,074 plus applicable tax, for the purchase of new street sweeper replacement brooms for a one year period with four one-year optional renewals; and authorize the Purchasing Agent to exercise the renewal options in accordance with Bid #9453. 4. Accept the bid from Aqua-Tech Water Management, Inc., in the amount of $206,544, for water treatment services at the Anaheim Convention Center for a one year period with up to two two- year optional renewals; and authorize the Purchasing Agent to exercise the renewal options in accordance with Bid #9452. 5. Waive the sealed bid requirement of Council Policy 4.0 and ratify a purchase order issued to Trane U.S., Inc., in the amount of $61,405.33, for the procurement of a Variable Frequency Drive unit to repair the chiller at the Downtown Community Center in order to have the facility available to support the community. 6. Authorize a payment to Environmental Land Management, in the amount of $62,095.69 over the original authorization of $410,000, for work performed during 2018-19 to provide urgent fire protection and weed abatement in the area of Deer Canyon Park in Anaheim Hills. 7. Approve and authorize the Fire Chief to execute the 2020 Orange County Operational Area Agreement of the County of Orange and Political Subdivisions which guides how Orange County jurisdictions coordinate emergency planning and response activities. 4 August 11, 2020 8. Approve the Employment Agreement with James (Jim) Vanderpool for the appointment to the position of City Manager, effective September 8, 2020. Item No. 08 Discussion. MOTION: HS/SF ROLL CALL VOTE: 5-2 (AYES: Mayor Sidhu and Council Member Faessel, Brandman, Kring, and O’Neil; NOES: Council Members Barnes and Moreno). Motion carried. City Clerk Theresa Bass provided an oral summary of salary and benefits, pursuant to Government Code §54953, that the appointment of James (Jim) Vanderpool to the position of City Manager included salary in the amount of $291,000, all benefits as provided to the executive classification, an initial vacation bank of 80 hours, an initial sick leave bank of 40 hours, and severance pay equal to 12 months of monthly base salary for the first five years, reducing to six months after five years of employment. 9. Approve an agreement with Designing Local, Ltd., in an amount not to exceed $125,000, to provide consulting services for the community input process, writing, and design of a comprehensive Anaheim Public Art Plan, as well as the creation of an inventory of the city’s current public art collection; and amend the Community Services Department’s FY2020/21 budget by $125,000. 10. Approve an agreement with E-Mobility Market Services, Inc., dba ZappyRide, in the amount of $158,000 for the initial three year term, with three one-year extensions each in the amount of $36,000 for a total contract amount not to exceed $266,000 with a 10% contingency for extra services, for a web-based Electric Vehicle customer education platform; authorize the Public Utilities General Manager, or designee, to execute the agreement and any related documents, and take the necessary actions to implement and administer the agreement. 11. Approve an engineering services agreement with IMEG Corp., in an amount not to exceed $161,220, for the design of the Brookhurst Street from Ball Road Sanitary Sewer Improvement Project; and authorize the Director of Public Works to execute the agreement and any related documents, and take the necessary actions to implement and administer the agreement. 12. RESOLUTION NO. A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ANAHEIM authorizing the Director of Public Works or his designee to submit an application on behalf of the City of Anaheim to the California Department of Transportation (CALTRANS) for the Sustainable Transportation Planning (Sustainable Communities) Grant for the update to the General Plan Circulation Element and create an Environmental Justice Element Project and if awarded, authorizing the acceptance of such grant on behalf of the City and amending the budget accordingly; and, determine that these actions are exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) pursuant to Guideline Section 15306 (grant funds in the amount of $213,000). Item No. 12 withdrawn by staff; no action taken. 13. Approve and authorize the City Manager, or designee, to develop and offer a voluntary accelerated separation plan to represented and unrepresented employees, execute necessary agreements, and take the necessary actions to implement the program. Item No. 13 Discussion. MOTION: HS/LK ROLL CALL VOTE: 7-0. Motion carried. 5 August 11, 2020 END OF CONSENT CALENDAR 6:31 P.M. 14. Discussion, consideration, and action concerning the Mayor’s proposed modifications to the Anaheim Community and Economic Recovery Plan, including authority to spend up to $4,000,000, assisting Anaheim residents, businesses, and others impacted by COVID-19 by, among other things, authorizing and directing the City Manager to: reinstitute protections from eviction for renters by reinstating the city’s eviction moratorium; provide additional funding for residents through the Anaheim rental assistance program and expand the small business grant program; enter into an agreement with the Anaheim Chamber of Commerce to begin implementation of the shop/dine/purchase local/hire program, utilizing funds that have previously been set aside for that program; establish a plan for increased outdoor dining and business activities and enter into agreements in order to implement this plan; provide for additional testing, personal protective equipment, and education/communications to help residents with the public health implications of COVID-19; extend and further implement incentives, waivers, and procedures to continue and further local development projects; coordinate and provide additional funding to local non-profits and other organizations through the Anaheim Community Foundation to provide financial and other assistance to Anaheim residents in need; and to further implement the expansion of the recovery plan and provide other forms of relief, incentives, extensions, forbearance, adjustments, deferrals, waivers, procedures, services, programs, and assistance determined necessary to respond to the COVID-19 crisis. MOTION: HS/SF to approve as presented. SUBSIDIARY MOTION: DB/JM to amend the motion to have the Community & Economic Development Department replace the Chamber of Commerce to implement the shop/dine/purchase local/hire program. ROLL CALL VOTE: 2-4-1 (AYES: Council Members Barnes and Moreno; NOES: Mayor Sidhu and Council Members Faessel, Kring, and O’Neil; ABSTAIN: Council Member Brandman). Motion failed. MOTION: HS/SF to modify the approved previously approved Anaheim Community and Economic Recovery Plan, including authority to spend up to $4,000,000 to assist Anaheim residents, businesses, and others impacted by COVID 19 by authorizing and directing the City Manager to do the following:  Reinstitute protections from eviction for renters by reinstating the city’s eviction moratorium through September 30, 2020, with authority granted to the City Manager to further reinstitute and reinstate these protections, as circumstances may warrant; provide additional funding for residents through the Anaheim rental assistance program; and expand the small business grant program  Provide for additional testing, personal protective equipment, and education/communications to help residents with the public health implications of COVID- 19  Coordinate and provide additional funding to local non-profits and other organizations through the Anaheim Community Foundation to provide financial and other assistance to Anaheim residents in need  Enter into an agreement with the Anaheim Chamber of Commerce, for $500,000 of funding previously allocated, to begin implementation of the shop/dine/purchase local/hire program, utilizing funds that have previously been set aside for that program  Establish a plan for increased outdoor dining and business activities and enter into agreements in order to implement this plan  Establish a grant program to assist restaurants not in the designated outdoor dining areas that have the greatest demonstrated needs, for assistance to survive and thrive  Extend and further implement incentives, waivers, and procedures to continue 6 August 11, 2020 and further local development projects  Implement the expansion of the recovery plan and provide other forms of relief, incentives, extensions, forbearance, adjustments, deferrals, waivers, procedures, services, programs, and assistance determined necessary to respond to the COVID-19 crisis  To spend approximately $1,000,000 of CARES Act funding in the areas of housing assistance, public health assistance, non-profit assistance, and economic assistance ROLL CALL VOTE: 6-0-1 (AYES: Mayor Sidhu and Council Members Faessel, Barnes, Brandman, Kring, and O’Neil; ABSTAIN: Council Member Moreno). Motion carried. 15. District 5 appointment of unscheduled vacancy on the Youth Commission for a term ending August 31, 2021. Youth Commission District 5 appointment: Olivia Enriquez (term ending August 31, 2021) (unscheduled vacancy, Haven Enriquez) Mayor Pro Tem Faessel appointed Olivia Enriquez. ROLL CALL VOTE: 7-0. Appointment approved. Land Use - Zoning Public Comments (non-agenda items): None Council Communications/Agenda Requests: Council Member Barnes highlighted restaurants that are open for business in District No. 1 – Crab Bite, Raising Claws, AM Thai, Paul’s Place, Farmer Boys, Firehouse Subs, Casa Garcia. She thanked Grocery Outlet for their support and food distributions to the residents of Anaheim. She spoke of a program to assist apartment owners and tenants “Emerging Eviction Crisis” and expressed her condolences to Mayor Sidhu on the passing of his father. She requested the meeting adjourn in the memory of William “Bill” Cleaver, Anaheim Resident, who passed away at the age of 92 with COVID related pneumonia. Council Member Brandman provided information on the enrollment options for Cover California (www.coveredca.com) and encouraged all residents to complete the Census. She encouraged residents to remain vigilant and to wear mask, practice social distancing, and wash hands frequently. He encouraged residents to get in contact with him if they are in need of any PPEs. Council Member Moreno presented COVID Anaheim cases by zip code from June 8, 2020 and August 11, 2020, reflecting an increase in zip codes 92807 and 92808, and Anaheim minor cases from July 30, 2020 and August 11, 2020, reflecting the hot spots in zip codes 92804, 92805 and 92801. He expressed the need to prioritize public health and commended the decision of the school district. He also presented a slide on the percentage of household with broadband internet access and stated he wants to work on building a better Wi-Fi infrastructure to assist resident as a result of the increase in telecommuting and remote learning for children. He expressed his condolences to the Mayor on the passing of his father. He further requested agendizing a resolution in support of a state effort to end child marriages legally in State of California (concurred by Council Member Barnes and Brandman). 7 August 11, 2020 Council Member Kring shared that dentist are noting dental issues as a result of mask. She addressed Council Member Moreno’s comment with regard to Wi-Fi and noted that this was previously introduced by Mayor Pringle previously but resulted in technical and economic issues. She also commended Grocery Outlet for their work and support and highlighted the OCSD virtual tour to he be held on August 14 and September 12. She requested that Constitution Week, September 17 – 23, be formally recognized at the next meeting. She spoke of the SafeDineOC COVID-Safe Restaurant Campaign in which restaurant owners may apply for a $1,000 grant for taking steps to create a COVID-safe environment for their customers and employees (www.safedineoc.com). Council Member Kring requested the meeting adjourn in member of the Mayor’s father, Karnail Singh Gyani. Mayor Pro Tem Faessel requested the meeting in of Daniel Louis LaFortune, 55-year Anaheim resident, and Mariana Rodriguez, who lost her battle leukemia at the age 14. He shared her story and wish to visit Disneyland. He provided some historical fact of La Palma Park that was dedicated on August 4, 1939. He highlighted his attendance at the celebration of YMCA’s One Million Meals, the Miraloma Resource Center with Anaheim Police Department; and the Ambassador Church produce and face mask distribution. He expressed his condolences to the Mayor on the passing of father. Mayor Sidhu thanked everyone for their condolences and encouraged residents/businesses to take safety measures to stop the spread of COVID. Adjournment: 9:47 P.M. in memory of William “Bill” Cleaver, Mayor’s father, Karnail Singh Gyani, Daniel Louis LaFortune, and Mariana Rodriguez. Next regular City Council meeting is scheduled for August 25, 2020. All agenda items and reports are available for review in the City Clerk’s Office and www.anaheim.net. Any writings or documents provided to a majority of the City Council regarding any item on this agenda (other than writings legally exempt from public disclosure) will be available at the Office of the City Clerk, located at 200 S. Anaheim Blvd., 2nd Floor, Anaheim, CA 92805 and by contacting the office by phone, 714-765-5166, or email to cityclerk@anaheim.net. If requested, the agenda and backup materials will be made available in appropriate alternative formats to persons with a disability, as required by Section 202 of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (42 U.S.C. Sec. 12132), and the federal rules and regulations adopted in implementation thereof. Any person who requires a disability-related modification or accommodation, in order to observe and/or offer public comment may request such reasonable modification, accommodation, aid, or service by contacting the City Clerk’s Office by telephone at (714) 765-5166 or via email to cityclerk@anaheim.net, no later than 8:00 AM on the day of the scheduled meeting. SERVICIOS DE TRADUCCION: Para servicios de interpretación, comuníquese con la oficina de la Ciudad (City Clerk), cuando menos 24 horas antes de la junta programada. Llamando al 714-765-5166. 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Internet Access to City Council, Agency, and Authority agendas and related material is available prior to meetings at www.anaheim.net.. Public Comments Distributed to the Anaheim City Council August 11, 2020 Council Meeting Updated 3:00 P.M. – Tuesday, August 11, 2020 From:buddyfitz To:Public Comment Subject:Anaheim City Council Public Comment Aug 11 Date:Thursday, August 6, 2020 8:19:08 PM Attachments:Comment for Aug 11 meeting.pdf Attached Public Comment for the August 11, 2020 council meeting. From:Dav d Mazer To:Public Comment Subject:ATTORNEY"S TAKING ADVANTAGE OF ANAHEIM Date:Fr day, August 7, 2020 1:48:28 PM URGENT MATTER As Orange County Attorney's can I take advantage of most cities, they are filing summons and getting case numbers against the residence of Anaheim for eviction Has these are of no value right now they are getting case numbers and it should just State Judicial committee repeal their act regarding summons on August 14th, they will become active immediately and residents will only have five days to answer with that many people being served it would not even give them time to get in line to get a waiver of fees from any of the Courts, and they would lose by default It is urgent that the city of Anaheim reinstate a moratorium on evictions as we are one of the few cities that do not have it This is why Governor Gavin Newsom issued a second order given the city's permission the past these laws It appears on April 14th that's a Judicial Committee of California is going to repeal their order regarding the summons oh, and then they will all become active that have case numbers The only way to stop them is VY a moratorium on evictions to protect the people of Anaheim I am attaching a copy have an article that I just read from some top people regarding the city's passing these moratoriums and other matters Over one-third of the people in Anaheim has not paid their rent I have been an amateur radio operator for 55 years and have a lot of friends in Sacramento in government offices as well as in Anaheim They believe that the judicial committee he's going to repeal with that an order do to its legality Please read the following and I will hope it will help in your decision to extend our moratorium on evictions in Anaheim like most cities in Orange County Skip to main content ChangeLab Solutions Home readcrumb Tenant Protections, Evictions & Utilities Read our COV D-19 Response & Recovery blog series By Rebecca Johnson, Katie Hannon Michel, Greg Miao, Tina Yuen, & Sabrina Adler COVID-19 has urgently demonstrated that everyone needs to live in safe and healthy communities. The people most affected by COVID-19 are communities of color, people with low income, immigrants, and other underserved groups. These groups are most vulnerable because of existing laws and policies that affect the fundamental drivers of health inequities. Communities and local governments that take steps to ensure health, safety, housing, food, and economic stability for all of their residents will be helping to prevent the spread of COVID-19 and laying the groundwork for health equity and prosperity for future generationTo help communities and local governments strengthen their response to COVID-19 and advance health equity, we re publishing a blog series about policies that they can enact right away. This post is the third in the series. Over the last several weeks, leaders in communities across the United States have taken steps to protect the health and financial security of their residents by stopping evictions, improving tenant protections, and halting utility shutoffs. Many of these protections are set to expire soon, especially given that some states are allowing businesses to re-open. For communities that have adopted these measures, it’s important to extend and strengthen these protections for residents because it will be many months (or longer) before economic recovery occurs. For communities that haven’t yet adopted such measures, it’s not too late to support health and long-term economic recovery and sustainability for all of their residents by adopting these protections now. The remainder of this blog post provides policy strategies that localities have adopted (or could adopt, depending on their state laws) to support housing stability. Adopt (or Update) Eviction Moratoriums & Expand Tenant Protections Providing safe, stable, affordable housing for all has never been more important. Communities that take steps to protect tenants and people without permanent housing can help prevent the spread of COVID-19 and ensure better physical and mental health for their residents. However, the economic impacts of COVID-19 are exacerbating previously existing difficulties caused by outdated, harmful housing laws and policies. These combined ills force many Americans — especially people with low income or those who live in communities of color — to make difficult choices between paying rent or paying for other necessities like food and medical care. Almost 1 in 3 people were unable to pay their rent in April, whereas in March, the ratio was less than 1 in 5. The good news is that local governments across the country are taking steps to provide emergency housing protections during this public health crisis. Common approaches include expanding shelter capacity for people without permanent housing; halting police enforcement of evictions; adopting a jurisdiction-wide moratorium on all evictions and foreclosures; and stopping the termination of renters who use Section 8 vouchers. Many of these policies will need to be extended in the coming days and weeks as the original short-term provisions expire. As part of these efforts, local decisionmakers should consider housing protections that respond directly to COVID-19 and should also enact long- term protections to keep people in their homes. Here are some possible policies: Extend moratoriums past the immediate crisis, to give people time to find work after the risk of COVID-19 subsides Pause all rent increases during the pandemic and recovery periods Create extended payment plans with no late fees so that people can repay rent after the moratorium on evictions ends Establish emergency rental assistance programs for tenants (or enhance existing ones), to help defray rent costs Establish a centralized process through which people can access benefits and services like low-income housing assistance or legal counsel on how to navigate their housing options Cover other emergencies that may arise (eg, natural disasters, loss of employment, or medical emergencies) with the same housing protections that were made necessary by COVID-19 (eg, eviction protections, rent stabilization) Your Name Email Identify additional housing options for people who are unhoused — for example, create additional shelters or use existing hotel rooms Ensure that all renters are afforded these protections equitably For more resources on eviction policies, check out the Eviction Lab’s COV D-19 Housing Policy Scorecard, the Anti-Eviction Mapping Project, the National League of Cities’ COV D-19: Local Action Tracker, Losing Home: The Human Cost of Eviction in Seattle, the National Housing Law Project, and ChangeLab Solutions’ resources on housing. Ensure Access to Water, Heat, & Power Having adequate housing doesn’t mean just having a roof over one’s head; it also means having safe and healthy housing with running water, heat, and power. Basic utilities enable everyone to stay healthy and abide by public health guidelines while sheltering at home. Access to water enables frequent handwashing, which the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention have identified as a key step to slowing the spread of COVID-19. Sufficient heating is always essential to protect against health risks like hypothermia and dangerous cooling of the body that could further endanger patients with COV D-19. And everyone needs power to keep the lights on and engage in everyday activities, including cooking, storing food, and working or studying from home (for those who can). Unfortunately, in many regions, water utilities have been shut off for thousands of residents due to nonpayment of bills — even before this health crisis began. In 2018, the US Energy Information Administration reported that nearly one-third of US households struggled to pay their energy bills and that 1 in 5 households had to make trade-offs between food, medicine, and other basic necessities in order to keep up with utility payments. Any loss of income during the COVID-19 pandemic and during the recovery period will worsen these ongoing challenges. Localities throughout the country are taking steps to ensure access to basic utilities during the COVID-19 pandemic. In cities where utilities are municipally owned — like Austin Texas; Tupelo, Mississippi; and Burlington, Vermont — localities have the authority to temporarily suspend new disconnections due to nonpayment and can halt the imposition of late fees or penalties for delinquent payments. Indeed, to date, more than 148 million people in the United States are protected from water shutoffs as a result of temporary state and local moratoriums. Tallahassee, Florida, has implemented a Utility Relief Program that allows municipal utility customers who are facing financial hardship to defer payments for water, sewer service, electricity, and natural gas for up to 6 months. Cities can also restore municipal water service or other utilities to residents who were already experiencing disconnections due to nonpayment, as Detroit and Cleveland have done. For more information on how localities can ensure their residents’ continued access to water, heat, and power during the COVID-19 pandemic, refer to the Local Progress clearinghouse that tracks local responses on housing, utilities, and homelessness. For information on what actions private, investor-owned utilities are taking to address the pandemic, visit the Energy and Policy Institute’s website. Be sure to find out whether the policies you are considering are permitted under your state's laws. Please check out the next installment in this series, which discusses policy responses related to paid leave protections. 4/29/2020 RELATED RESOURCES Coronavirus Law & Policy Resources COVID-19 Response & Recovery Get policy solutions and helpful updates delivered to your inbox: Who we are Mission & Vision Our Staff Our Board Our History Careers Our work Services Work Areas Resource Catalog Blog Support change Contribute Cy Pres Funders & Partners Corporate Engagement Connect with us © Copyright 2020 ChangeLab Solutions LegalCredited Images Privacy Disclaimer From:David Mazer To:Public Comment Subject:Re: ATTORNEY"S TAKING ADVANTAGE OF ANAHEIM Date:Friday, August 7, 2020 2:45:24 PM On Fri, Aug 7, 2020, 1:43 PM David Mazer wrote: URGENT MATTER As Orange County Attorney's can I take advantage of most cities, they are filing summons and getting case numbers against the residence of Anaheim for eviction Has these are of no value right now they are getting case numbers and it should just State Judicial committee repeal their act regarding summons on August 14th, they will become active immediately and residents will only have five days to answer with that many people being served it would not even give them time to get in line to get a waiver of fees from any of the Courts, and they would lose by default It is urgent that the city of Anaheim reinstate a moratorium on evictions as we are one of the few cities that do not have it This is why Governor Gavin Newsom issued a second order given the city's permission the past these laws It appears on April 14th that's a Judicial Committee of California is going to repeal their order regarding the summons oh, and then they will all become active that have case numbers The only way to stop them is VY a moratorium on evictions to protect the people of Anaheim I am attaching a copy have an article that I just read from some top people regarding the city's passing these moratoriums and other matters Over one-third of the people in Anaheim has not paid their rent I have been an amateur radio operator for 55 years and have a lot of friends in Sacramento in government offices as well as in Anaheim They believe that the judicial committee he's going to repeal with that an order do to its legality Please read the following and I will hope it will help in your decision to extend our moratorium on evictions in Anaheim like most cities in Orange County Skip to main content ChangeLab Solutions Home readcrumb Tenant Protections, Evictions & Utilities Read our COVID-19 Response & Recovery blog series By Rebecca Johnson, Katie Hannon Michel, Greg Miao, Tina Yuen, & Sabrina Adler COVID-19 has urgently demonstrated that everyone needs to live in safe and healthy communities. The people most affected by COVID-19 are communities of color, people with low income, immigrants, and other underserved groups. These groups are most vulnerable because of existing laws and policies that affect the fundamental drivers of health inequities. Communities and local governments that take steps to ensure health, safety, housing, food, and economic stability for all of their residents will be helping to prevent the spread of COVID-19 and laying the groundwork for health equity and prosperity for future generationTo help communities and local governments strengthen their response to COVID-19 and advance health equity, we re publishing a blog series about policies that they can enact right away. This post is the third in the series. Over the last several weeks, leaders in communities across the United States have taken steps to protect the health and financial security of their residents by stopping evictions, improving tenant protections, and halting utility shutoffs. Many of these protections are set to expire soon, especially given that some states are allowing businesses to re-open. For communities that have adopted these measures, it’s important to extend and strengthen these protections for residents because it will be many months (or longer) before economic recovery occurs. For communities that haven’t yet adopted such measures, it’s not too late to support health and long-term economic recovery and sustainability for all of their residents by adopting these protections now. The remainder of this blog post provides policy strategies that localities have adopted (or could adopt, depending on their state laws) to support housing stability. Adopt (or Update) Eviction Moratoriums & Expand Tenant Protections Providing safe, stable, affordable housing for all has never been more important. Communities that take steps to protect tenants and people without permanent housing can help prevent the spread of COVID-19 and ensure better physical and mental health for their residents. However, the economic impacts of COVID-19 are exacerbating previously existing difficulties caused by outdated, harmful housing laws and policies. These combined ills force many Americans — especially people with low income or those who live in communities of color — to make difficult choices between paying rent or paying for other necessities like food and medical care. Almost 1 in 3 people were unable to pay their rent in April, whereas in March, the ratio was less than 1 in 5. The good news is that local governments across the country are taking steps to provide emergency housing protections during this public health crisis. Common approaches include expanding shelter capacity for people without permanent housing; halting police enforcement of evictions; adopting a jurisdiction-wide moratorium on all evictions and foreclosures; and stopping the termination of renters who use Section 8 vouchers. Many of these policies will need to be extended in the coming days and weeks as the original short-term provisions expire. As part of these efforts, local decisionmakers should consider housing protections that respond directly to COVID-19 and should also enact long- term protections to keep people in their homes. Here are some possible policies: Extend moratoriums past the immediate crisis, to give people time to find work after the risk of COVID-19 subsides Pause all rent increases during the pandemic and recovery periods Create extended payment plans with no late fees so that people can repay rent after the moratorium on evictions ends Establish emergency rental assistance programs for tenants (or enhance existing ones), to help defray rent costs Establish a centralized process through which people can access benefits and services like low-income housing assistance or legal counsel on how to navigate their housing options Cover other emergencies that may arise (eg, natural disasters, loss of employment, or medical emergencies) with the same housing protections that were made Your Name Email necessary by COVID-19 (eg, eviction protections, rent stabilization) Identify additional housing options for people who are unhoused — for example, create additional shelters or use existing hotel rooms Ensure that all renters are afforded these protections equitably For more resources on eviction policies, check out the Eviction Lab’s COVID-19 Housing Policy Scorecard, the Anti-Eviction Mapping Project, the National League of Cities’ COVID-19: Local Action Tracker, Losing Home: The Human Cost of Eviction in Seattle, the National Housing Law Project, and ChangeLab Solutions’ resources on housing. Ensure Access to Water, Heat, & Power Having adequate housing doesn’t mean just having a roof over one’s head; it also means having safe and healthy housing with running water, heat, and power. Basic utilities enable everyone to stay healthy and abide by public health guidelines while sheltering at home. Access to water enables frequent handwashing, which the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention have identified as a key step to slowing the spread of COVID-19. Sufficient heating is always essential to protect against health risks like hypothermia and dangerous cooling of the body that could further endanger patients with COVID-19. And everyone needs power to keep the lights on and engage in everyday activities, including cooking, storing food, and working or studying from home (for those who can). Unfortunately, in many regions, water utilities have been shut off for thousands of residents due to nonpayment of bills — even before this health crisis began. In 2018, the US Energy Information Administration reported that nearly one-third of US households struggled to pay their energy bills and that 1 in 5 households had to make trade-offs between food, medicine, and other basic necessities in order to keep up with utility payments. Any loss of income during the COVID-19 pandemic and during the recovery period will worsen these ongoing challenges. Localities throughout the country are taking steps to ensure access to basic utilities during the COVID-19 pandemic. In cities where utilities are municipally owned — like Austin Texas; Tupelo Mississippi; and Burlington Vermont — localities have the authority to temporarily suspend new disconnections due to nonpayment and can halt the imposition of late fees or penalties for delinquent payments. Indeed, to date, more than 148 million people in the United States are protected from water shutoffs as a result of temporary state and local moratoriums. Tallahassee, Florida, has implemented a Utility Relief Program that allows municipal utility customers who are facing financial hardship to defer payments for water, sewer service, electricity, and natural gas for up to 6 months. Cities can also restore municipal water service or other utilities to residents who were already experiencing disconnections due to nonpayment, as Detroit and Cleveland have done. For more information on how localities can ensure their residents’ continued access to water, heat, and power during the COVID-19 pandemic, refer to the Local Progress clearinghouse that tracks local responses on housing, utilities, and homelessness. For information on what actions private, investor-owned utilities are taking to address the pandemic, visit the Energy and Policy Institute’s website. Be sure to find out whether the policies you are considering are permitted under your state's laws. Please check out the next installment in this series, which discusses policy responses related to paid leave protections. 4/29/2020 RELATED RESOURCES Coronavirus Law & Policy Resources COVID-19 Response & Recovery Get policy solutions and helpful updates delivered to your inbox: Who we are Mission & Vision Our Staff Our Board Our History Careers Our work Services Work Areas Resource Catalog Blog Support change Contribute Cy Pres Funders & Partners Corporate Engagement Connect with us © Copyright 2020 ChangeLab Solutions LegalCredited Images Privacy Disclaimer From:David Mazer To:Public Comment Subject:Re: ATTORNEY"S TAKING ADVANTAGE OF ANAHEIM Date:Friday, August 7, 2020 2:54:51 PM Dear sirs Please also keep in mind that do 10 of the go see a shins and Washington we are not going to be receiving any additional federal unemployment money, or stimulus checks and the prices of things keep increasing and increasing to the point where we can barely survive even without paying rent From what I have heard after the negotiations today there are no closer than they were two weeks ago and the American people are facing 30 million evictions Is hard enough to keep food on the table and pay some other bills that have to be paid level on and having to worry about a place to live right now That's just within our complex which is small but just within our complex which is small 15 people were served with eviction notices I've talked to Mike there's also an amateur radio operator and the Tenant office at the courthouse, and he advised me that is the judicial Council on August 14th does repeal the hold on all unlawful detainer and eviction summons is they will become effective immediately Once again I thank you, and hoping that we can reinstate a moratorium on evictions and extend time to pay back back rent it would really be appreciated At the time this was passed in March many people are only old one month's rent and for payments we're fine Now that they owe as many as three or four payments, they would be paying double rent every month which very few people could afford There are actually neighbors reserving spots to State Parks in order to put their families in a safe environment the shower and other things If you are over 60 the state parks are free Once again, thanking you, I remain, Sincerely, David Mazer Anaheim California 92805 On Fri, Aug 7, 2020, 1:43 PM David Mazer wrote: URGENT MATTER As Orange County Attorney's can I take advantage of most cities, they are filing summons and getting case numbers against the residence of Anaheim for eviction Has these are of no value right now they are getting case numbers and it should just State Judicial committee repeal their act regarding summons on August 14th, they will become active immediately and residents will only have five days to answer with that many people being served it would not even give them time to get in line to get a waiver of fees from any of the Courts, and they would lose by default It is urgent that the city of Anaheim reinstate a moratorium on evictions as we are one of the few cities that do not have it This is why Governor Gavin Newsom issued a second order given the city's permission the past these laws It appears on April 14th that's a Judicial Committee of California is going to repeal their order regarding the summons oh, and then they will all become active that have case numbers The only way to stop them is VY a moratorium on evictions to protect the people of Anaheim I am attaching a copy have an article that I just read from some top people regarding the city's passing these moratoriums and other matters Over one-third of the people in Anaheim has not paid their rent I have been an amateur radio operator for 55 years and have a lot of friends in Sacramento in government offices as well as in Anaheim They believe that the judicial committee he's going to repeal with that an order do to its legality Please read the following and I will hope it will help in your decision to extend our moratorium on evictions in Anaheim like most cities in Orange County Skip to main content ChangeLab Solutions Home readcrumb Tenant Protections, Evictions & Utilities Read our COVID-19 Response & Recovery blog series By Rebecca Johnson, Katie Hannon Michel, Greg Miao, Tina Yuen, & Sabrina Adler COVID-19 has urgently demonstrated that everyone needs to live in safe and healthy communities. The people most affected by COVID-19 are communities of color, people with low income, immigrants, and other underserved groups. These groups are most vulnerable because of existing laws and policies that affect the fundamental drivers of health inequities. Communities and local governments that take steps to ensure health, safety, housing, food, and economic stability for all of their residents will be helping to prevent the spread of COVID-19 and laying the groundwork for health equity and prosperity for future generationTo help communities and local governments strengthen their response to COVID-19 and advance health equity, we re publishing a blog series about policies that they can enact right away. This post is the third in the series. Over the last several weeks, leaders in communities across the United States have taken steps to protect the health and financial security of their residents by stopping evictions, improving tenant protections, and halting utility shutoffs. Many of these protections are set to expire soon, especially given that some states are allowing businesses to re-open. For communities that have adopted these measures, it’s important to extend and strengthen these protections for residents because it will be many months (or longer) before economic recovery occurs. For communities that haven’t yet adopted such measures, it’s not too late to support health and long-term economic recovery and sustainability for all of their residents by adopting these protections now. The remainder of this blog post provides policy strategies that localities have adopted (or could adopt, depending on their state laws) to support housing stability. Adopt (or Update) Eviction Moratoriums & Expand Tenant Protections Providing safe, stable, affordable housing for all has never been more important. Communities that take steps to protect tenants and people without permanent housing can help prevent the spread of COVID-19 and ensure better physical and mental health for their residents. However, the economic impacts of COVID-19 are exacerbating previously existing difficulties caused by outdated, harmful housing laws and policies. These combined ills force many Americans — especially people with low income or those who live in communities of color — to make difficult choices between paying rent or paying for other necessities like food and medical care. Almost 1 in 3 people were unable to pay their rent in April, whereas in March, the ratio was less than 1 in 5. The good news is that local governments across the country are taking steps to provide emergency housing protections during this public health crisis. Common approaches include expanding shelter capacity for people without permanent housing; halting police enforcement of evictions; adopting a jurisdiction-wide moratorium on all evictions and foreclosures; and stopping the termination of renters who use Section 8 vouchers. Many of these policies will need to be extended in the coming days and weeks as the original short-term provisions expire. As part of these efforts, local decisionmakers should consider housing protections that respond directly to COVID-19 and should also enact long- term protections to keep people in their homes. Here are some possible policies: Extend moratoriums past the immediate crisis, to give people time to find work after the risk of COVID-19 subsides Pause all rent increases during the pandemic and recovery periods Create extended payment plans with no late fees so that people can repay rent after the moratorium on evictions ends Establish emergency rental assistance programs for tenants (or enhance existing ones), to help defray rent costs Establish a centralized process through which people can access benefits and services like low-income housing assistance or legal counsel on how to navigate their housing options Cover other emergencies that may arise (eg, natural disasters, loss of employment, or medical emergencies) with the same housing protections that were made necessary by COVID-19 (eg, eviction protections, rent stabilization) Identify additional housing options for people who are unhoused — for example, create additional shelters or use existing hotel rooms Ensure that all renters are afforded these protections equitably For more resources on eviction policies, check out the Eviction Lab’s COVID-19 Housing Policy Scorecard, the Anti-Eviction Mapping Project, the National League of Cities’ COVID-19: Local Action Tracker, Losing Home: The Human Cost of Eviction in Seattle, the National Housing Law Project, and ChangeLab Solutions’ resources on housing. Ensure Access to Water, Heat, & Power Having adequate housing doesn’t mean just having a roof over one’s head; it also means having safe and healthy housing with running water, heat, and power. Basic utilities enable everyone to stay healthy and abide by public health guidelines while sheltering at home. Access to water enables frequent handwashing, which the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention have identified as a key step to slowing the spread of COVID-19. Sufficient heating is always essential to protect against health risks like hypothermia and dangerous cooling of the body that could further endanger patients with COVID-19. And everyone needs power to keep the lights on and engage in everyday activities, including cooking, storing food, and working or studying from home (for those who can). Unfortunately, in many regions, water utilities have been shut off for thousands of residents due to nonpayment of bills — even before this health crisis began. In 2018, the US Energy Information Administration reported that nearly one-third of US households struggled to pay their energy bills and that 1 in 5 households had to make trade-offs between food, medicine, and other basic necessities in order to keep up with utility payments. Any loss of income during the COVID-19 pandemic and during the recovery period will worsen these ongoing challenges. Localities throughout the country are taking steps to ensure access to basic utilities during the COVID-19 pandemic. In cities where utilities are municipally owned — like Austin Texas; Tupelo, Mississippi; and Burlington, Vermont — localities have the authority to temporarily suspend new disconnections due to nonpayment and can halt the imposition of late fees or penalties for delinquent payments. Indeed, to date, more than 148 million people in the United States are protected from water shutoffs as a result of temporary state and local moratoriums. Tallahassee, Florida, has implemented a Utility Relief Program that allows municipal utility customers who are facing financial hardship to defer payments for water, sewer service, electricity, and natural gas for up to 6 months. Cities can also restore municipal water service or other utilities to residents who were already experiencing disconnections due to nonpayment, as Detroit and Cleveland have done. For more information on how localities can ensure their residents’ continued access to water, heat, and power during the COVID-19 pandemic, refer to the Local Progress clearinghouse that tracks local responses on housing, utilities, and homelessness. For information on what actions private, investor-owned utilities are taking to address the pandemic, visit the Energy and Policy Institute’s website. Be sure to find out whether the policies you are considering are permitted under your state's laws. Please check out the next installment in this series, which discusses policy responses related to paid leave protections. 4/29/2020 RELATED RESOURCES Coronavirus Law & Policy Resources Your Name Email COVID-19 Response & Recovery Get policy solutions and helpful updates delivered to your inbox: Who we are Mission & Vision Our Staff Our Board Our History Careers Our work Services Work Areas Resource Catalog Blog Support change Contribute Cy Pres Funders & Partners Corporate Engagement Connect with us © Copyright 2020 ChangeLab Solutions LegalCredited Images Privacy Disclaimer From:Michelle Schumacher To:Michelle Schumacher Subject:TCA - Toll Roads Lack of Transparency & Dishonesty Date:Monday, August 3, 2020 11:08:24 PM Attachments:Screen Shot 2020-08-03 at 8.52.11 PM.png Screen Shot 2020-08-03 at 8.52.03 PM.png Screen Shot 2020-08-03 at 9.02.42 PM.png Screen Shot 2020-08-03 at 9.02.18 PM.png Good evening Attached please find a Public Records Request wherein a copy of the agreement with Robert Ruiz head of a Labor Union was requested. I was sent a letter saying that there was no agreement - however, it is clear the TCA employee Barbie Daly is saying there is an agreement. The TCA's lack of transparency is getting very old, too many back door deals and what seems to be pay to play, Tony Beall electioneering at the TCA Dias all of which are improperly utilizing our taxpayer dollars to our detriment. The TCA is as usual patting its self on the back with the below press release claiming they are more transparent! WHAT??? One must remember that the new debt management policy was asked to be explained to the Board by a TCA Board Member at which point she was shut down and a private meeting offered. In addition, to the Debt Management Policy being understood by the TCA Directors the TCA’s JPA Agreement needs to be understood by the TCA Directors, employees, army of lobbyists and consultants at TCA to understand they are a single purpose agency for toll roads the agreement is clear - yet seems to remain a mystery to all the parties in the quest for empire building our mission creep. The TCA is trying desperately to get outside of its lane AGAIN as demonstrated below from a past 2007 audited financial statement that is clear they are limited to the Toll Corridor. I implore all of you to review the JPA Agreement - I can send it to you - just ask. Why is the TCA trying to widen the Ortega and HOV lanes on the 5 freeway that is OUTSIDE THIER SCOPE - why is this being allowed - I am sure you have seen the Trust in Accounting Report and the OC Grand Jury’s concerns? The TCA will never be transparent - every meeting they put contracts on the consent calendar and below is just another example of the lack of transparently while they simultaneously pat them selves on the back . Taxpayer need help!!! What is the agreement the TCA has with Labor? Why are taxpayers kept in the dark with the specifics of the agreements being made for a public agency with our funds? The California Public Records Act, Gov. Code § 6250, et seq., remains the law of the land, and Article I, section 3(b)(1) of the California Constitution provides that “The people have a right of access to information concerning the conduct of the people's business, and, therefore, the meetings of public bodies and the writings of public officials and agencies shall be open to public scrutiny.” The public’s right of access remains and is crucial in times of crisis. Just as the government’s power is at its apex during a crisis, the importance of the public’s right to know how their government is wielding that power could not be greater. Delayed responses to Public Records Act requests may be inevitable. But you have an obligation to take all reasonable measures to preserve and effectuate the rights of Californians to understand their government — rights which our Legislature has recognized are “fundamental” and “necessary” and our Supreme Court has held are “essential to the functioning of a democracy.” (See Gov. Code § 6250 [access to information is "a fundamental and necessary right of every person in this state"]; Int’l Fed’n of Prof’l & Tech. Eng’rs, Local 21, AFL-CIO v. Superior Court (2007) 42 Cal.4th 319, 328 [. “Openness in government is essential to the functioning of a democracy.”].) The Public records laws are enacted specifically “to safeguard the accountability of government to the public, for secrecy is antithetical to a democratic system of government of the people, by the people and for the people.” (See San Gabriel Tribune v. Superior Court (1983) 143 Cal.App.3d 762, 771-72.) I hope you will comply with the California Public Records Act and the California Constitution and take all reasonable measures to continue to provide information to the public and the press during these exceptionally difficult times. Orange County Grand Jury report http://www.ocgrandjury.org/pdfs/2019_2020_GJreport/2020-06-29_GJ_Report_TCA.pdf Truth in Accounting report about the TCA they are essentially bankrupt https://www.truthinaccounting.org/library/doclib/TCA-2019-2pager.pdf Short video of the former Board of Supervisor speaking who was also on the TCA Board and OCTA Board. It is very telling https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1Qhd-N- Wmg0&feature=youtu.be&fbclid=IwAR3vQJmnuXLfASHJyYQXQsiJQGbISoUx12Syi2SeWnnUBjmYseJklLZFhNU Thank you and I hope you are well and healthy. Michelle From:Edgar Arellano To:Public Comment; Jordan Brandman; Jose Moreno; Lucille Kring; Denise Barnes; Stephen Faessel; Harry Sidhu (Mayor); Trevor O"Neil; Police Review Board Subject:Pathetic policing Date:Wednesday, August 5, 2020 9:16:39 PM Another week, another instance of police causing dangerous traffic conditions. For weeks, I have written in each time I've witnessed an officer speeding through our neighborhood. I've also requested that somebody define public safety. Neither issue has been addressed & I still see officers & all their pathetic inadequacies as they overuse equipment in reckless ways. Also, it is concerning that city council has approved more than $8 million in policing related funds, of which over $200,000 has been dedicated to cars which your department has show to use with malicious intent. Yesterday, August 4, 2020, at about 1:40p I witnessed a PD official speed in cruiser "6-881" speeding eastbound on Ball Rd between Gilbert & Euclid, a school zone set at 40 mph. I set my cruise control to 44 mph, just below the 85th percentile rule of enforcement. Meanwhile I witnessed your inefficient & inadequate officer speed and tailgate other road users at about 50mph. This not only justifies dangerous driving but it also encourages dangerous driving situations in our community and deteriorates public safety. Again, your reckless and inefficient staff is providing evidence of a police department that has huge liabilities within it's workforce, as well as vast inefficiencies in how the equipment is being used. This pattern is ridiculous & pathetic pathetic pathetic. It's now many many numbers of weeks in which I've seen your department misuse City equipment, as well as dangerously use their own private equipment. For this reason I continue to feel embarrassment for having such a foolish body of a police force continue to provide inadequate and shameful service. Now, maybe not all of your department is staffed with knuckleheads, but there is enough representative in the various instances I've witnessed this summer alone. This is also why I don't think it's appropriate that your department has access to privacy invading equipment. Especially when the use of certain kinds are illegal as set forth by the US Supreme Court case USA vs Carpenter, which deemed the use of such equipment a violation of our 4th and 5th amendment rights. I have no confidence in our PD to uphold public safety. Your department continues to prove its inefficiencies, inadequacies, and recklessness and it only encourages our community members to act in kind. Of all City departments, yours should be setting the standards that our community aspires to. Instead you continue to deteriorate any confidence our community holds in the rule of law. Do better. From:Melissa Goodmon To:Jose Moreno; Denise Barnes; Lucille Kring; Jordan Brandman; Trevor O"Neil; Harry Sidhu (Mayor); Stephen Faessel; Public Comment; City Attorney; Robert Fabela; Leonie Mulvihill Cc:tjimenez@hcsinc.org; tsalyer@lighthousetreatment.com Subject:ZONING CODE AMENDMENT NO. 2020-00170 Sober Living & Community Care Facilitaties Date:Friday, August 7, 2020 12:47:31 PM Dear Council Members, In reading over the proposed ordinance for the city of Anaheim I am struck by some language and definitions used that conflict with similar cases that have already been settled- in favor of the SLE, Newport Beach for example. It’s disappointing that Orange County cities seem to be willing to take on huge financial, legal, emotionally taxing burdens, to get rid of safe places for people in recovery to live. The false narrative that is repeated over and over that SLE is an institution is nonsense- community, a group of people sharing a common interest, living sober- does NOT equal an institution. An institution is where people not sober in recovery end up, institutions, streets or worse, dead. There’s a great book called “Chasing the Scream” and the author Johann Hari Ted Talk about the opposite of addiction not sobriety, but community, if you have 14 minutes, https://www.ted.com/talks/johann_hari_everything_you_think_you_know_about_addiction_is _wrong?language=en Maybe I am naive or maybe just optimistic after everything we’ve been through in Costa Mesa, but I believe that there is a solution where everyone can live in harmony. There is nothing wrong with rules and regulation, every city should have a set of standards- but they need to make sense, for everyone. The hoops and markers that your proposal sets forth doesn’t leave space for SLE to live in harmony with their neighbors. The tone has been set that they are not welcomed and you, the city, have made it clear you’re here to protect the people from these "scary" places. I don’t know who the players are in Anaheim, I don’t know what your current temperature is, meaning neighborhoods up in arms over “these places” and if y’alls ordinance is a reaction to that or if if it’s a reaction to what is happening in Orange County as a whole so you’re trying to get in front of it. Being someone who has been on the receiving end of what feels like political warfare, I can say not adhering to licensing guidelines inline with state regulations and DHCS is reckless, expensive and cruel. By simply joining forces with an existing licensing body, you weed out any operators not willing to comply with rules and regulations which in turn would rule out the cities need for discriminatory ordinances that put lives in jeopardy. A sober home is not a refuge for criminals, pedophiles, domestic violence and drug use- you have plenty of that going on all over your city in broad view in every neighborhood on every block, unregulated. Having things like defining what a family is, ordering how many feet apart they can be, comparing more than 6 people in say an apartment type setting living together with rules like curfew, must be sober and have a job with a jail is just a way to discriminate and not have to deal with a hot button issue. The real issue is lack of knowledge and understanding. Once again a city and it’s citizens falling pray to the fear of their property values going down and being unwilling to meet at the table and have a real conversation about how to live in harmony. Drug and alcohol addiction is at an all time high- COVID-19 has caused a spike in another preexisting pandemic and we don’t even know what the real effects and devastation will be when this all ends and the economy crashes- but Anaheim wants to be another city that prevents SLE’s from existing. I hope that y’all become a city that actually decides to do the right thing and partner with experts in this area and don’t try to do what all these other cities before you have done- waste precious resources only to tie up the courts for years to learn that what you are trying to do is discrimination, against FHA and have to pay millions of dollars to the very people (not to mention lawyers) that you are trying to destroy while the people you are elected to protect are dying. Sincerely Melissa Goodmon Melissa Holmes Goodmon Founder & CEO Casa Capri Recovery 4001 Westerly Place STE 110 Newport Beach CA 92660 Cell: Admissions: 844-207-4880 CHECK OUT OUR WEBSITE! www.casacaprirecovery.com “We help women overcome addiction by providing community connection & purpose” This email and any files transmitted with it are confidential and are intended solely for the use of the individual or entity to which they are addressed. This communication may contain material protected by HIPAA legislation (45 CFR, Parts 160 & 164). If you are not the intended recipient or the person responsible for delivering this email to the intended recipient, be advised that you have received this email in error and that any use, dissemination, forwarding, printing or copying of this email is strictly prohibited. If you have received this email in error, please notify the sender by replying to this email and then delete the email from your computer. From:Ryan Matas To:Public Comment Subject:Yes on Item 14 Date:Friday, August 7, 2020 4:05:54 PM Dear Mayor and City Council: I am writing to urge your support for Agenda Item 14, the next phase of the Anaheim Community and Economic Recovery Plan proposed by Mayor Harry Sidhu. The City Council has helped many residents and businesses through this trying time, but the duration of the COVID-19 pandemic has exceeded earlier expectations. Anaheim businesses continue suffering under renewed state restrictions. More action is needed, which is why we support Agenda Item 14 to use $4 million in federal CARES funding to sustain and expand this program, including extension of the eviction moratorium to September 30 and more funding for rental assistance and small business assistance. Especially important is helping Anaheim businesses succeed by: · Waiving special event permits, fees and other red tape so businesses – especially restaurants - can maximize their ability to operate outdoors is vital and cope with pandemic- induced restrictions. · Establishing a Buy/Shop/Dine/Hire/Purchase Local program · Expanding small business assistance and rental assistance programs · More funding for COVID-19 testing and PPE. Anaheim restaurants and businesses are struggling to keep their doors open, and many have closed them permanently. They drive our local economy, create jobs and generate tax revenue. The regulatory relief and Buy/Shop/Dine/Hire/Purchase Local program are critical to the ability of local businesses to ride out the economic downturn, while developing a long-term culture among Anaheim residents of dining, drinking and buying locally. We urge you to support the Mayor’s Community and Economic Recovery Plan. Sincerely, Ryan Matas Operating Partner Craftsman Pizza:Bar:Grill Anaheim From:thinson@nothingbundtcakes.com To:Public Comment Subject:Restaurant Relief Anaheim Date:Friday, August 7, 2020 4:37:46 PM Attachments:img-0.png Anaheim Restaurant Relief 08.07.20.pdf Dear Mayor and Anaheim City Council, Please see attached letter. Thank you, Trinh Hinson Nothing Bundt Cakes, Irvine-Tustin; Brea and Anaheim-Orange www.nothingbundtcakes.com To order online, click HERE To get a free Bundlet on your birthday, click HERE It is not how much we have, but how much we enjoy, that makes happiness. -- Charles H. Spurgeon From:Sungduk Chang To:Public Comment Subject:Re: Yes on Item 14 Date:Friday, August 7, 2020 7:03:22 PM Dear Mayor and City Council, I am Sungduk Chang, owner of Chileco, Inc. in Anaheim and I write to urge your support for Agenda Item 14, the next phase of the Anaheim Community and Economic Recovery Plan proposed by Mayor Harry Sidhu. The City Council has helped many residents and businesses through this trying time, but the duration of the COVID-19 pandemic has exceeded earlier expectations. Anaheim businesses continue suffering under renewed state restrictions. More action is needed, which is why we support Agenda Item 14 to use $4 million in federal CARES funding to sustain and expand this program, including extension of the eviction moratorium to September 30 and more funding for rental assistance and small business assistance. Especially important is helping Anaheim businesses succeed by: · Waiving special event permits, fees and other red tape so businesses – especially restaurants - can maximize their ability to operate outdoors is vital and cope with pandemic-induced restrictions. · Establishing a Buy/Shop/Dine/Hire/Purchase Local program · Expanding small business assistance and rental assistance programs · More funding for COVID-19 testing and PPE. Anaheim restaurants and businesses are struggling to keep their doors open, and many have closed them permanently. They drive our local economy, create jobs and generate tax revenue. The regulatory relief and Buy/Shop/Dine/Hire/Purchase Local program are critical to the ability of local businesses to ride out the economic downturn, while developing a long-term culture among Anaheim residents of dining, drinking and buying locally. We urge you to support the Mayor’s Community and Economic Recovery Plan. Sincerely, Sungduk Chang Chileco, Inc. (DAB Tummy Stuffer) From:Irene Kao To:Public Comment Subject:Restaurant Relief Date:Friday, August 7, 2020 8:58:04 PM Dear Mayor and City Council: I am writing to urge your support for Agenda Item 14, the next phase of the Anaheim Community and Economic Recovery Plan proposed by Mayor Harry Sidhu. The City Council has helped many residents and businesses through this trying time, but the duration of the COVID-19 pandemic has exceeded earlier expectations. Anaheim businesses continue suffering under renewed state restrictions. More action is needed, which is why we support Agenda Item 14 to use $4 million in federal CARES funding to sustain and expand this program, including extension of the eviction moratorium to September 30 and more funding for rental assistance and small business assistance. Especially important is helping Anaheim businesses succeed by: · Waiving special event permits, fees and other red tape so businesses – especially restaurants - can maximize their ability to operate outdoors is vital and cope with pandemic- induced restrictions. · Establishing a Buy/Shop/Dine/Hire/Purchase Local program · Expanding small business assistance and rental assistance programs · More funding for COVID-19 testing and PPE. Anaheim restaurants and businesses are struggling to keep their doors open, and many have closed them permanently. They drive our local economy, create jobs and generate tax revenue. The regulatory relief and Buy/Shop/Dine/Hire/Purchase Local program are critical to the ability of local businesses to ride out the economic downturn, while developing a long-term culture among Anaheim residents of dining, drinking and buying locally. We urge you to support the Mayor’s Community and Economic Recovery Plan. Sincerely, -- Irene Kao | Principal MHG Capital 520 Newport Center Dr., Fl. 2 Newport Beach, CA 92660 irene.kao@manhattanhg.com | mhgcapital.com (M)(O): 949-508-1086 PLEASE NOTE: The MHG Capital logo and name is a service mark of MHG Capital Advisors, LLC ("MHG Capital"). This message is intended for the named addressee(s) only and protected by the Electronic Communications Privacy Act (18 USC §§ 2510-2521). It may contain confidential, proprietary or legally privileged information. 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From:Jae Lee To:Public Comment Subject:Item 14 agenda Date:Saturday, August 8, 2020 1:43:28 PM Hello friends, I don’t need to reiterate to any of you about the hardship and the negative impacts we all suffer because of the shutdown due to the Covid-19 pandemic. For my restaurant, it has been a big blessing to see the community coming together and helping out by supporting my restaurant and others as much as they can. But as you know, the expenses to keep all of my employees and paying the overhead bills aren't just enough when the normalcy has fallen away. I have kept my doors open since 2006 and went through the Great Depression in 2008 to 2009. But I got to tell you, and this is the toughest and most painful time for my business. Guys, the city council this coming Tuesday, has an “Agenda Item 14, the Anaheim Community and Economic Recovery Plan”. This Federal Grant Cares program to help small businesses is somewhat specific to all business owners in the City of Anaheim, but also, all residents in the City will benefit. We need and hope you will help voice our needs to the city council members so that the money from the item can be wisely used to help all small businesses in the City. Many great recommendations have put forth in this item, here are some quick highlights; 1: to reinstate the City’s eviction moratorium for residents and the small businesses, 2: to implement ‘shop/dine/ purchase local/ hire program’ by giving credits to increase their spending within the community, 3: to plan for expanded outdoor dining and business activities, 4: providing funding to local non-profits and other organizations through ACF to aid financial and other assistance to Anaheim residents in need, and 5: plan and provide relief, incentives, extensions, forbearance, adjustment, and any assistance determined necessary to combat this Covid-19 crisis. We need to either call or send emails to our city council members and encourage them to vote yes on the agenda items 14. Please share this with your friends, and I would appreciate the support as I am sure many other small business owners in Anaheim. Best to email to; publiccommment@anaheim.net. Also, if you like, please #Trevor O'Neil our Councilman, for this area in Anaheim. So many of you have expressed how much my restaurant means to you, and I am so honored and happy that I am a small part of this community. I am sure we all can find other small businesses that we feel essential to our life and want them to be around as long as they can. Well, this is a chance to join me and everyone else to voice out our concerns and needs to the City and let them help us to combat this pandemic. Thanks. Thank you, From:Domo Sushi To:Public Comment Subject:Re: Public Comment Received Date:Sunday, August 9, 2020 3:27:09 PM The restaurants in the city of Anaheim will benefit enormously if the city can negotiate the delivery service fee down to 15% or less for all delivered food by the delivery service company. I’ve heard on the radio some cities are doing it for their city restaurants to help out to keep the profit for the restaurants. I myself pay 30-32% depends whom I use for the delivery service. It doesn’t take a rocket scientist to figure it out that it is a huge profit cut for the restaurants. I’d happily explain further if you want to know more details regarding this issue. Call me at . Thanks. Sent from my iPhone On Aug 8, 2020, at 1:43 PM, Public Comment <publiccomment@anaheim.net> wrote: The City is in receipt of your public comment. Your comment will bedistributed to the City Council for their consideration and made part of thepublic record of the City Council meeting. From:Popbar Anaheim To:Public Comment Subject:Agenda Item 14 Date:Monday, August 10, 2020 12:40:07 AM Dear Mayor and City Council: I am writing to urge your support for Agenda Item 14, the next phase of the Anaheim Community and Economic Recovery Plan proposed by Mayor Harry Sidhu. The City Council has helped many residents and businesses through this trying time, but the duration of the COVID-19 pandemic has exceeded earlier expectations. Anaheim businesses continue suffering under renewed state restrictions. More action is needed, which is why we support Agenda Item 14 to use $4 million in federal CARES funding to sustain and expand this program, including extension of the eviction moratorium to September 30 and more funding for rental assistance and small business assistance. Especially important is helping Anaheim businesses succeed by: Waiving special event permits, fees and other red tape so businesses – especially restaurants - can maximize their ability to operate outdoors is vital and cope with pandemic-induced restrictions. Establishing a Buy/Shop/Dine/Hire/Purchase Local program Expanding small business assistance and rental assistance programs More funding for COVID-19 testing and PPE. Anaheim restaurants and businesses are struggling to keep their doors open, and many have closed them permanently. They drive our local economy, create jobs and generate tax revenue. The regulatory relief and Buy/Shop/Dine/Hire/Purchase Local program are critical to the ability of local businesses to ride out the economic downturn, while developing a long-term culture among Anaheim residents of dining, drinking and buying locally. We urge you to support the Mayor’s Community and Economic Recovery Plan. Sincerely, Anne Tran Owner of Popbar in Anaheim Sent from my iPhone From:K&A Catering To:Public Comment Subject:Agenda Item 14 Date:Monday, August 10, 2020 9:46:44 AM Dear Mayor and City Council: I am writing to urge your support for Agenda Item 14, the next phase of the Anaheim Community and Economic Recovery Plan proposed by Mayor Harry Sidhu. The City Council has helped many residents and businesses through this trying time, but the duration of the COVID-19 pandemic has exceeded earlier expectations. K&A Cafe & Cervantes Mexican Food are continuing to suffer under renewed state restrictions. More action is needed and would be greatly appreciated. Which is why we support Agenda Item 14 to use $4 million in federal CARES funding to sustain and expand this program, including extension of the eviction moratorium to September 30 and more funding for rental assistance and small business assistance. Especially important is helping Anaheim businesses succeed by: · Waiving special event permits, fees and other red tape so businesses – especially restaurants - can maximize their ability to operate outdoors is vital and cope with pandemic- induced restrictions. · Establishing a Buy/Shop/Dine/Hire/Purchase Local program · Expanding small business assistance and rental assistance programs · More funding for COVID-19 testing and PPE. Anaheim restaurants and businesses are struggling to keep their doors open, and many have closed them permanently. They drive our local economy, create jobs and generate tax revenue. The regulatory relief and Buy/Shop/Dine/Hire/Purchase Local program are critical to the ability of local businesses to ride out the economic downturn, while developing a long-term culture among Anaheim residents of dining, drinking and buying locally. We urge you to support the Mayor’s Community and Economic Recovery Plan. Sincerely, Kathy & Art Cervantes K&A Catering / Cervantes Mexican Food cell phone 714-778-5455 restaurant 201 W. Center St. Promenade Anaheim Ca. 92805 http://www.ka-catering.com From:Summer Stearns To:Public Comment Subject:Catal Restaurant Supports Agenda Item 14 on August 14 Date:Saturday, August 8, 2020 2:43:58 PM Attachments:image001.png image002.png 08.08.20 Catal Anaheim Community and Recovery Plan Letter.docx Please see attached letter. Thank you! Summer Stearns Senior Director Sales, West Coast Patina Restaurant Group 1150 S. Olive St, Suite TG25 Los Angeles, CA 90015 Cell | sstearns@patinagroup.com Disclaimer The information contained in this electronic mail transmission is intended only for the use of the recipient(s) named above. It may contain proprietary, confidential or privileged information of the sender. As a recipient of this email, you are required to ensure that any personal data contained within is kept secure. If you forward this email and/or any attachments, you must ensure you are entitled to do so under data protection legislation. If you are not the intended recipient, you are hereby notified that any disclosure, dissemination, distribution or copying of the information contained in this transmission is strictly prohibited. If you have received this transmission in error, please notify the sender immediately by reply electronic mail and delete the original message and any copy of it from your computer system. August 8, 2020 Dear Mayor and City Council: I am writing to urge your support for Agenda Item 14, the next phase of the Anaheim Community and Economic Recovery Plan proposed by Mayor Harry Sidhu. The City Council has helped many residents and businesses through this trying time, but the duration of the COVID- 19 pandemic has exceeded earlier expectations. Anaheim businesses continue suffering under renewed state restrictions. More action is needed, which is why we support Agenda Item 14 to use $4 million in federal CARES funding to sustain and expand this program, including extension of the eviction moratorium to September 30 and more funding for rental assistance and small business assistance. Especially important is helping Anaheim businesses succeed by: • Waiving special event permits, fees and other red tape so businesses – especially restaurants - can maximize their ability to operate outdoors is vital and cope with pandemic-induced restrictions. • Establishing a Buy/Shop/Dine/Hire/Purchase Local program • Expanding small business assistance and rental assistance programs • More funding for COVID-19 testing and PPE. Anaheim restaurants and businesses are struggling to keep their doors open, and many have closed them permanently. They drive our local economy, create jobs and generate tax revenue. The regulatory relief and Buy/Shop/Dine/Hire/Purchase Local program are critical to the ability of local businesses to ride out the economic downturn, while developing a long-term culture among Anaheim residents of dining, drinking and buying locally. We urge you to support the Mayor’s Community and Economic Recovery Plan. Sincerely, Frank Moreno Vice President, Operations Patina Restaurant Group From:Summer Stearns To:Public Comment Subject:Naples Ristorante supports Agenda Item 14 on Tuesday August 11 Date:Saturday, August 8, 2020 2:42:40 PM Attachments:image001.png image002.png 08.08.20 Naples Anaheim Community and Recovery Plan Letter.docx Please see attached letter. Thank you! Summer Stearns Senior Director Sales, West Coast Patina Restaurant Group 1150 S. Olive St, Suite TG25 Los Angeles, CA 90015 Cell | sstearns@patinagroup.com Disclaimer The information contained in this electronic mail transmission is intended only for the use of the recipient(s) named above. It may contain proprietary, confidential or privileged information of the sender. As a recipient of this email, you are required to ensure that any personal data contained within is kept secure. If you forward this email and/or any attachments, you must ensure you are entitled to do so under data protection legislation. If you are not the intended recipient, you are hereby notified that any disclosure, dissemination, distribution or copying of the information contained in this transmission is strictly prohibited. If you have received this transmission in error, please notify the sender immediately by reply electronic mail and delete the original message and any copy of it from your computer system. August 8, 2020 Dear Mayor and City Council: I am writing to urge your support for Agenda Item 14, the next phase of the Anaheim Community and Economic Recovery Plan proposed by Mayor Harry Sidhu. The City Council has helped many residents and businesses through this trying time, but the duration of the COVID-19 pandemic has exceeded earlier expectations. Anaheim businesses continue suffering under renewed state restrictions. More action is needed, which is why we support Agenda Item 14 to use $4 million in federal CARES funding to sustain and expand this program, including extension of the eviction moratorium to September 30 and more funding for rental assistance and small business assistance. Especially important is helping Anaheim businesses succeed by: • Waiving special event permits, fees and other red tape so businesses – especially restaurants - can maximize their ability to operate outdoors is vital and cope with pandemic-induced restrictions. • Establishing a Buy/Shop/Dine/Hire/Purchase Local program • Expanding small business assistance and rental assistance programs • More funding for COVID-19 testing and PPE. Anaheim restaurants and businesses are struggling to keep their doors open, and many have closed them permanently. They drive our local economy, create jobs and generate tax revenue. The regulatory relief and Buy/Shop/Dine/Hire/Purchase Local program are critical to the ability of local businesses to ride out the economic downturn, while developing a long-term culture among Anaheim residents of dining, drinking and buying locally. We urge you to support the Mayor’s Community and Economic Recovery Plan. Sincerely, Frank Moreno Vice President, Operations Patina Restaurant Group From:Summer Stearns To:Public Comment Subject:Tortilla Jo"s Restaurant supports Agenda Item 14 on August 11 Date:Saturday, August 8, 2020 2:44:34 PM Attachments:image001.png image002.png 08.08.20 Tortilla Jo"s Anaheim Community and Recovery Plan Letter.docx Please see attached letter. Thank you! Summer Stearns Senior Director Sales, West Coast Patina Restaurant Group 1150 S. Olive St, Suite TG25 Los Angeles, CA 90015 Cell: | sstearns@patinagroup.com Disclaimer The information contained in this electronic mail transmission is intended only for the use of the recipient(s) named above. It may contain proprietary, confidential or privileged information of the sender. As a recipient of this email, you are required to ensure that any personal data contained within is kept secure. If you forward this email and/or any attachments, you must ensure you are entitled to do so under data protection legislation. If you are not the intended recipient, you are hereby notified that any disclosure, dissemination, distribution or copying of the information contained in this transmission is strictly prohibited. If you have received this transmission in error, please notify the sender immediately by reply electronic mail and delete the original message and any copy of it from your computer system. August 8, 2020 Dear Mayor and City Council: I am writing to urge your support for Agenda Item 14, the next phase of the Anaheim Community and Economic Recovery Plan proposed by Mayor Harry Sidhu. The City Council has helped many residents and businesses through this trying time, but the duration of the COVID- 19 pandemic has exceeded earlier expectations. Anaheim businesses continue suffering under renewed state restrictions. More action is needed, which is why we support Agenda Item 14 to use $4 million in federal CARES funding to sustain and expand this program, including extension of the eviction moratorium to September 30 and more funding for rental assistance and small business assistance. Especially important is helping Anaheim businesses succeed by: • Waiving special event permits, fees and other red tape so businesses – especially restaurants - can maximize their ability to operate outdoors is vital and cope with pandemic-induced restrictions. • Establishing a Buy/Shop/Dine/Hire/Purchase Local program • Expanding small business assistance and rental assistance programs • More funding for COVID-19 testing and PPE. Anaheim restaurants and businesses are struggling to keep their doors open, and many have closed them permanently. They drive our local economy, create jobs and generate tax revenue. The regulatory relief and Buy/Shop/Dine/Hire/Purchase Local program are critical to the ability of local businesses to ride out the economic downturn, while developing a long-term culture among Anaheim residents of dining, drinking and buying locally. We urge you to support the Mayor’s Community and Economic Recovery Plan. Sincerely, Frank Moreno Vice President, Operations Patina Restaurant Group From:Kacee Colter To:Public Comment Subject:Support Agenda Item 14 Date:Monday, August 10, 2020 10:26:24 AM Dear Mayor and City Council: I am writing to urge your support for Agenda Item 14, the next phase of the Anaheim Community and Economic Recovery Plan proposed by Mayor Harry Sidhu. The City Council has helped many residents and businesses through this trying time, but the duration of the COVID-19 pandemic has exceeded earlier expectations. Anaheim businesses continue suffering under renewed state restrictions. More action is needed, which is why we support Agenda Item 14 to use $4 million in federal CARES funding to sustain and expand this program. including more funding for small business assistance. Especially important is helping Anaheim businesses succeed by: · Waiving special event permits, fees and other red tape so businesses – especially restaurants - can maximize their ability to operate outdoors is vital and cope with pandemic-induced restrictions. · Establishing a Buy/Shop/Dine/Hire/Purchase Local program· Expanding small business assistance and rental assistance programs· More funding for COVID-19 testing and PPE. Anaheim restaurants and businesses are struggling to keep their doors open, and many have closed them permanently. They drive our local economy, create jobs and generate tax revenue. The regulatory relief and Buy/Shop/Dine/Hire/Purchase Local program are critical to the ability of local businesses to ride out the economic downturn, while developing a long-term culture among Anaheim residents of dining, drinking and buying locally. We urge you to support the Mayor’s Community and Economic Recovery Plan. Sincerely, Kacee Colter Managing Partner Fire + Ice Interactive Grill & Bar From:Fred Brown To:Public Comment Subject:Please Support Agenda Item #14 Date:Monday, August 10, 2020 12:23:03 PM Attachments:image001.png Letter to Council.pdf Hello Anaheim City Council members, Please see the attached letter in support of item #14 on the August 11th City Council Meeting Agenda. Thank you, Fred ___________________________     Fred Brown Vice President of Operations and Technology Hansji Corporation General Manager Desert Palms Hotel & Suites 631 West Katella Ave. Anaheim, CA 92802 office 714.399.0160 fax. 714.399.0161 cell. email.FredB@hansji.com web.www.hansji.com This message and any attached documents contain information from Hansji Corporation that may be privileged and confidential and protected from disclosure. If the reader of this message is not the intended recipient, or an employee or agent responsible for delivering this message to the intended recipient, you are hereby notified that any dissemination, distribution or copying of this communication is strictly prohibited. If you have received this communication in error, please notify us immediately by replying to the message and deleting it from your computer. Thank you. Support May 12th, 2020 Dear Mayor and City Council: I am writing to urge your support for Agenda Item 14, the next phase of the Anaheim Community and Economic Recovery Plan proposed by Mayor Harry Sidhu. The City Council has helped many residents and businesses through this trying time, but the duration of the COVID-19 pandemic has exceeded earlier expectations. Anaheim businesses continue suffering under renewed state restrictions. More action is needed, which is why we support Agenda Item 14 to use $4 million in federal CARES funding to sustain and expand this program, including extension of the eviction moratorium to September 30 and more funding for rental assistance and small business assistance. Especially important is helping Anaheim businesses succeed by: • Waiving special event permits, fees and other red tape so businesses – especially restaurants - can maximize their ability to operate outdoors is vital and cope with pandemic-induced restrictions. • Establishing a Buy/Shop/Dine/Hire/Purchase Local program • Expanding small business assistance and rental assistance programs • More funding for COVID-19 testing and PPE. Anaheim restaurants and businesses are struggling to keep their doors open, and many have closed them permanently. They drive our local economy, create jobs and generate tax revenue. The regulatory relief and Buy/Shop/Dine/Hire/Purchase Local program are critical to the ability of local businesses to ride out the economic downturn, while developing a long-term culture among Anaheim residents of dining, drinking and buying locally. We urge you to support the Mayor’s Community and Economic Recovery Plan. Sincerely, Fred Brown General Manager Desert Palms Hotel & Suites 631 WEST KATELLA AVENUE, ANAHEIM, CALIFORNIA 92802 • (714) 399-0160 fred@desertpalmshotel.com • www.desertpalmshotel.com From:Linda Kriesant To:Public Comment Cc:Council Member Stephen Faessel Subject:Letter in Support of Proposal to use CARES for small business Date:Monday, August 10, 2020 1:14:32 PM Attachments:letter to Anaheim City Council.docx Thank you for your time. Sincerely, Linda Kriesant Linda Kriesant President The Phoenix Club 1340 S. Sanderson Av. Anaheim,Ca. 92806 The Phoenix Club German Association in Orange County, Inc 1340 S. Sanderson Av. · Anaheim, Ca. 92806 Telephone 714-563-4166 · Fax 714-563-4160 THE PHOENIX CLUB DEUTSCHER VEREIN IN ORANGE COUNTY August 10, 2020 Dear Mayor and City Council, I am writing to urge your support for Agenda Item 14, the next phase of the Anaheim Community and Economic Recovery Plan proposed by Mayor Harry Sidhu. The City Council has helped many residents and businesses through this trying time, but the duration of the COVID-19 pandemic has exceeded earlier expectations. Anaheim businesses continue suffering under renewed state restrictions and projections for California are that restrictions may be in place through the holidays, an essential time for all businesses. More action is needed, which is why we support Agenda Item 14 to use $4 million in federal CARES funding to sustain and expand this program and the small business assistance. Especially important is helping Anaheim businesses succeed by: • Waiving special event permits, fees and other red tape so businesses – especially restaurants - can maximize their ability to operate outdoors and cope with pandemic-induced restrictions. • Establishing a Buy/Shop/Dine/Hire/Purchase Local program • Expanding small business assistance and rental assistance programs • More funding for COVID-19 testing and PPE. Anaheim restaurants and businesses are struggling to keep their doors open, and many have closed them permanently. They drive our local economy, create jobs and generate tax revenue. Many of us are long-time Anaheim businesses. At the end of this month The Phoenix Club marks 60 years here in Anaheim, the only home we have ever known. This is the most difficult time we have ever faced. The regulatory relief and Buy/Shop/Dine/Hire/Purchase Local program are critical to the ability of local businesses to ride out the economic downturn, while developing a long-term culture among Anaheim residents of dining, drinking and buying locally. We urge you to support the Mayor’s Community and Economic Recovery Plan. Sincerely, Linda Kriesant President The Phoenix Club From:jodiemosley To:Public Comment Subject:Support letter Date:Monday, August 10, 2020 1:46:31 PM Dear city council: Dear Mayor and City Council: I am writing to urge your support for Agenda Item 14, the next phase of the Anaheim Community and Economic Recovery Plan proposed by Mayor Harry Sidhu. The City Council has helped many residents and businesses through this trying time, but the duration of the COVID-19 pandemic has exceeded earlier expectations. Anaheim businesses continue suffering under renewed state restrictions. More action is needed, which is why we support Agenda Item 14 to use $4 million in federal CARES funding to sustain and expand this program, including extension of the eviction moratorium to September 30 and more funding for rental assistance and small business assistance. Especially important is helping Anaheim businesses succeed by: Waiving special event permits, fees and other red tape so businesses – especially restaurants - can maximize their ability to operate outdoors is vital and cope with pandemic-induced restrictions. Establishing a Buy/Shop/Dine/Hire/Purchase Local program Expanding small business assistance and rental assistance programs More funding for COVID-19 testing and PPE. Anaheim restaurants and businesses are struggling to keep their doors open, and many have closed them permanently. They drive our local economy, create jobs, and generate tax revenue. The regulatory relief and Buy/Shop/Dine/Hire/Purchase Local program are critical to the ability of local businesses to ride out the economic downturn while developing a long-term culture among Anaheim residents of dining, drinking, and buying locally. We urge you to support the Mayor’s Community and Economic Recovery Plan. Sincerely, Jodie Mosley Sent on my Virgin Mobile Phone. From:Steve Cooper To:Public Comment Subject:FW: Letter to Mayor and City Council Date:Monday, August 10, 2020 1:49:37 PM Attachments:202008101328.pdf   See attached.     From: Steve Cooper  Sent: Monday, August 10, 2020 1:38 PM To: publiccomments@anaheim.net Subject: Letter to Mayor and City Council   See attached. From:Maha Madain To:Public Comment Subject:Re: Letter of Support requested for Anaheim Date:Monday, August 10, 2020 2:02:05 PM Attachments:image.png Anaheim Community and Economic Recovery Plan Messaging - Final (Maha Madain).docx From: Heather Sievers <heather@anaheimchamber.org> Sent: Monday, August 10, 2020 1:39 PM To: Maha Madain <Maha@zankouchicken.com> Subject: Letter of Support requested for Anaheim Thank you for speaking to me, Maha. Here is a little introduction to the program with more information on what we need you to do to help us. Please let me know you emailed city council with the letter. We will be following up with more information once the City approves our program. Thank you! FYI - here is a link to the agenda staff report. Sample Support Letter Dear Mayor and City Council: I am writing to urge your support for Agenda Item 14, the next phase of the Anaheim Community and Economic Recovery Plan proposed by Mayor Harry Sidhu. The City Council has helped many residents and businesses through this trying time, but the duration of the COVID-19 pandemic has exceeded earlier expectations. Anaheim businesses continue suffering under renewed state restrictions. More action is needed, which is why we support Agenda Item 14 to use $4 million in federal CARES funding to sustain and expand this program, including extension of the eviction moratorium to September 30 and more funding for rental assistance and small business assistance. Especially important is helping Anaheim businesses succeed by: · Waiving special event permits, fees and other red tape so businesses – especially restaurants - can maximize their ability to operate outdoors is vital and cope with pandemic-induced restrictions. · Establishing a Buy/Shop/Dine/Hire/Purchase Local program · Expanding small business assistance and rental assistance programs · More funding for COVID-19 testing and PPE. Anaheim restaurants and businesses are struggling to keep their doors open, and many have closed them permanently. They drive our local economy, create jobs and generate tax revenue. The regulatory relief and Buy/Shop/Dine/Hire/Purchase Local program are critical to the ability of local businesses to ride out the economic downturn, while developing a long-term culture among Anaheim residents of dining, drinking and buying locally. We urge you to support the Mayor’s Community and Economic Recovery Plan. Sincerely, ZANKOU CHICKEN I am writing to urge your support for Agenda Item 14, the next phase of the Anaheim Community and Economic Recovery Plan proposed by Mayor Harry Sidhu. The City Council has helped many residents and businesses through this trying time, but the duration of the COVID-19 pandemic has exceeded earlier expectations. Anaheim businesses continue suffering under renewed state restrictions. More action is needed, which is why we support Agenda Item 14 to use $4 million in federal CARES funding to sustain and expand this program, including extension of the eviction moratorium to September 30 and more funding for rental assistance and small business assistance. Especially important is helping Anaheim businesses succeed by: • Waiving special event permits, fees and other red tape so businesses – especially restaurants - can maximize their ability to operate outdoors is vital and cope with pandemic-induced restrictions. • Establishing a Buy/Shop/Dine/Hire/Purchase Local program • Expanding small business assistance and rental assistance programs • More funding for COVID-19 testing and PPE. Anaheim restaurants and businesses are struggling to keep their doors open, and many have closed them permanently. They drive our local economy, create jobs and generate tax revenue. The regulatory relief and Buy/Shop/Dine/Hire/Purchase Local program are critical to the ability of local businesses to ride out the economic downturn, while developing a long-term culture among Anaheim residents of dining, drinking and buying locally. We urge you to support the Mayor’s Community and Economic Recovery Plan. Sincerely, Maha Madain Email Maha@Zankouchicken.com Phone number is From:Terry Hanly To:Public Comment Subject:Agenda Item 14 Date:Monday, August 10, 2020 2:10:41 PM Dear Mayor and City Council: I am writing to urge your support for Agenda Item 14, the next phase of the Anaheim Community and Economic Recovery Plan proposed by Mayor Harry Sidhu. The City Council has helped many residents and businesses through this trying time, but the duration of the COVID-19 pandemic has exceeded earlier expectations. Anaheim businesses continue suffering under renewed state restrictions. More action is needed, which is why we support Agenda Item 14 to use $4 million in federal CARES funding to sustain and expand this program, including the extension of the eviction moratorium to September 30 and more funding for rental assistance and small business assistance. Especially important is helping Anaheim businesses succeed by: Waiving special event permits, fees, and other red tape so businesses – especially restaurants - can maximize their ability to operate outdoors is vital and cope with pandemic-induced restrictions. Establishing a Buy/Shop/Dine/Hire/Purchase Local program Expanding small business assistance and rental assistance programs More funding for COVID-19 testing and PPE Allowing gyms, hair salons, nail salons and other closed businesses to reopen safely with a city- supported plan Anaheim restaurants and businesses are struggling to keep their doors open, and many have closed them permanently. They drive our local economy, create jobs, and generate tax revenue. The regulatory relief and Buy/Shop/Dine/Hire/Purchase Local program are critical to the ability of local businesses to ride out the economic downturn while developing a long-term culture among Anaheim residents of dining, drinking, buying and obtaining services locally. We urge you to support the Mayor’s Community and Economic Recovery Plan. Sincerely, Tim & Terry Hanly 28 year residents of Anaheim and small business owners From:TRAVIS TORRES To:Public Comment Subject:Agenda Item 14 Date:Monday, August 10, 2020 2:23:05 PM Dear Mayor and City Council: I am writing to urge your support for Agenda Item 14, the next phase of the Anaheim Community and Economic Recovery Plan proposed by Mayor Harry Sidhu. The City Council has helped many residents and businesses through this trying time, but the duration of the COVID-19 pandemic has exceeded earlier expectations. Anaheim businesses continue suffering under renewed state restrictions. More action is needed, which is why we support Agenda Item 14 to use $4 million in federal CARES funding to sustain and expand this program, including the extension of the eviction moratorium to September 30 and more funding for rental assistance and small business assistance. Especially important is helping Anaheim businesses succeed by: Waiving special event permits, fees, and other red tape so businesses – especially restaurants - can maximize their ability to operate outdoors is vital and cope with pandemic-induced restrictions. Establishing a Buy/Shop/Dine/Hire/Purchase Local program Expanding small business assistance and rental assistance programs More funding for COVID-19 testing and PPE Allowing gyms, hair salons, nail salons and other closed businesses to reopen safely with a city- supported plan Anaheim restaurants and businesses are struggling to keep their doors open, and many have closed them permanently. They drive our local economy, create jobs, and generate tax revenue. The regulatory relief and Buy/Shop/Dine/Hire/Purchase Local program are critical to the ability of local businesses to ride out the economic downturn while developing a long-term culture among Anaheim residents of dining, drinking, buying and obtaining services locally. We urge you to support the Mayor’s Community and Economic Recovery Plan. Sincerely, Coach & Cindie Torres Owners of Bear Pit (a fitness center in Anaheim) From:Devon Reeves To:Public Comment Cc:Shaheen Sadeghi Subject:Letter of Support from Anaheim Packing District Date:Monday, August 10, 2020 2:34:11 PM Attachments:image001.png Dear Mayor and City Council: I am writing on behalf of Shaheen Sadeghi and the Anaheim Packing District to urge your support for Agenda Item 14, the next phase of the Anaheim Community and Economic Recovery Plan proposed by Mayor Harry Sidhu. We appreciate how City Council has helped many residents and businesses through this trying time, but the duration of the COVID-19 pandemic has exceeded earlier expectations. Our Anaheim businesses continue to suffer under renewed state restrictions. We support Agenda Item 14 to use $4 million in federal CARES funding to sustain and expand this program, including funding for rental assistance and small business assistance. Especially important is helping Anaheim businesses succeed by: · Waiving special event permits, fees and other red tape so businesses – especially restaurants - can maximize their ability to operate outdoors is vital and cope with pandemic-induced restrictions. · Establishing a Buy/Shop/Dine/Hire/Purchase Local program · Expanding small business assistance and rental assistance programs · More funding for COVID-19 testing and PPE. Our Anaheim restaurants and businesses are struggling to keep their doors open, and some have even closed permanently. Small businsses drive our local economy, create jobs and generate tax revenue. The regulatory relief and Buy/Shop/Dine/Hire/Purchase Local program are critical to the ability of local businesses to ride out the economic downturn, while developing a long-term culture among Anaheim residents of dining, drinking and buying locally. We urge you to support the Mayor’s Community and Economic Recovery Plan. Sincerely,     Devon Reeves Community & Tenant Relations Anaheim Packing District THIS MESSAGE IS INTENDED ONLY FOR THE USE OF THE INDIVIDUAL OR ENTITY TO WHICH IT IS ADDRESSED AND MAY CONTAIN INFORMATION THAT IS PRIVILEGED, CONFIDENTIAL, AND EXEMPT FROM DISCLOSURE UNDER APPLICABLE LAWS. If the reader of this message is not the intended recipient, or the employee or agent responsible for delivering the message to the intended recipient, you are hereby notified that any dissemination, distribution, forwarding, or copying of this communication is strictly prohibited. If you have received this communication in error, please notify the sender immediately by e-mail or telephone, and delete the original message immediately. Thank you.   From:Diana Kotler To:Public Comment Subject:Agenda Item 14 - Public Comments Date:Monday, August 10, 2020 2:58:03 PM Attachments:LOS Mayors EconRecovery.Plan.pdf To whom it may concern: Enclosed are public comments from the Anaheim Transportation Network regarding Agenda Item #14. Should you have any questions, please feel free to reach out to me. My contact information below. Thank you   Diana KotlerExecutive DirectorAnaheim Transportation Network☆ RideART.org | ☏ 1354 South Anaheim Blvd, Anaheim, CA 92805 RE: AGENDA ITEM #14 – ANAHEIM COMMUNITY AND ECONOMIC RECOVERY PLAN Dear Mayor and City Council: I am writing to urge your support for Agenda Item 14, the next phase of the Anaheim Community and Economic Recovery Plan proposed by Mayor Harry Sidhu. The City Council has helped many residents and businesses through this trying time, but the duration of the pandemic has exceeded earlier expectations. As a result, Anaheim businesses continue to suffer as State restrictions continue. More action is needed, which is why I’m writing to support Agenda Item 14 to use $4 .0 Million in federal CARES Act funding to sustain and expand the City of Anaheim’s economic recovery program, including an extension of the eviction moratorium to September 30th, more funding for rental assistance and small business support. Especially important is helping Anaheim businesses succeed by: ▪ Waiving special event permits, fees and other regulatory requirements so businesses, especially restaurants, can maximize their ability to operate outdoors; ▪ Establishing a Buy/Shop/Dine/Hire/Purchase Local Program; ▪ Expanding small business support and rental assistance programs; and ▪ More funding for COVID-19 testing and PPE Anaheim restaurants and businesses are struggling to keep their doors open, and many have closed, permanently. These small businesses drive our local economy, create jobs, and generate tax revenue. The regulatory relief provisions and Buy/Shop/Dine/Hire/Purchase Local Program are critical to the ability of local businesses to ride-out the economic downturn, while developing a long-term culture, among Anaheim residents, of dining and buying locally. On behalf of Anaheim Transportation Network (ATN), I urge you to support the Mayor’s proposed expansion of the Community and Economic Recovery. Thank you for your consideration of this request. Sincerely Diana Kotler Executive Director August 10, 2020 Mayor and City Council City of Anaheim 200 S. Anaheim Blvd. Anaheim, CA 92805 From:Hooters of Anaheim To:Public Comment Subject:Support for Agenda Item 14 Date:Monday, August 10, 2020 3:10:56 PM Attachments:Outlook-1509209318.png Dear Mayor and City Council: I am writing to urge your support for Agenda Item 14, the next phase of the Anaheim Community and Economic Recovery Plan proposed by Mayor Harry Sidhu. The City Council has helped many residents and businesses through this trying time, but the duration of the COVID-19 pandemic has exceeded earlier expectations. Anaheim businesses continue suffering under renewed state restrictions. More action is needed, which is why we support Agenda Item 14 to use $4 million in federal CARES funding to sustain and expand this program, including extension of the eviction moratorium to September 30 and more funding for rental assistance and small business assistance. Especially important is helping Anaheim businesses succeed by: Waiving special event permits, fees and other red tape so businesses – especially restaurants - can maximize their ability to operate outdoors is vital and cope with pandemic-induced restrictions. Establishing a Buy/Shop/Dine/Hire/Purchase Local program Expanding small business assistance and rental assistance programs More funding for COVID-19 testing and PPE. Anaheim restaurants and businesses are struggling to keep their doors open, and many have closed them permanently. They drive our local economy, create jobs and generate tax revenue. The regulatory relief and Buy/Shop/Dine/Hire/Purchase Local program are critical to the ability of local businesses to ride out the economic downturn, while developing a long-term culture among Anaheim residents of dining, drinking and buying locally. We urge you to support the Mayor’s Community and Economic Recovery Plan. Sincerely, Tom Park General Manager Hooters of Anaheim 2438 E. Katella Ave Anaheim, Ca 92806 From:Tracy To:Public Comment Subject:Meeting Accessibility Date:Monday, August 10, 2020 7:27:48 PM Councilmembers, I would like to express my disappointment in the fact that the council meetings are not held live (digitally, with live participation from residents). Seems archaic and also keeps the residents out of the loop -- is that the goal? Other communities have made it really easy for residents to engage in public meetings, so disappointed in our city government in this respect. Tracy Nolazco Anaheim Resident From:Linda Hurley To:Public Comment Subject:No I’m community economic recovery plan Date:Monday, August 10, 2020 3:27:36 PM Dear Mayor and City Council: I am a small business owner and I am writing to you in support for Agenda Item 14. This next step of the Anaheim Community and Economic Recovery Plan proposed by our Mayor is so important to local business owners. I see over and over all of the non-profits to help and offer food to those that have fallen on hard times. I would like to see them get help. I also think a program that offers businesses to connect on a Dine/Shop program is huge, and I have since in other cities how it has helped many small businesses keep their doors open. I for one say yes to this agenda item. Please support this now, I am afraid if we do not we will lose so many businesses that will have to shut their doors. Thank you, Linda Hurley Sent from my iPhone From:William O"Connell To:Public Comment Subject:Anaheim Community and Economic Recovery Plan Date:Monday, August 10, 2020 3:31:10 PM Dear Mayor and City Council: I am writing to urge your support for Agenda Item 14, the next phase of the Anaheim Community and Economic Recovery Plan proposed by Mayor Harry Sidhu. The City Council has helped many residents and businesses through this trying time, but the duration of the COVID-19 pandemic has exceeded earlier expectations. Anaheim businesses continue suffering under renewed state restrictions. More action is needed, which is why we support Agenda Item 14 to use $4 million in federal CARES funding to sustain and expand this program, including extension of the eviction moratorium to September 30 and more funding for rental assistance and small business assistance. Especially important is helping Anaheim businesses succeed by: Waiving special event permits, fees and other red tape so businesses – especially restaurants - can maximize their ability to operate outdoors is vital and cope with pandemic-induced restrictions. Establishing a Buy/Shop/Dine/Hire/Purchase Local program Expanding small business assistance and rental assistance programs More funding for COVID-19 testing and PPE. Anaheim restaurants and businesses are struggling to keep their doors open, and many have closed them permanently. They drive our local economy, create jobs and generate tax revenue. The regulatory relief and Buy/Shop/Dine/Hire/Purchase Local program are critical to the ability of local businesses to ride out the economic downturn, while developing a long-term culture among Anaheim residents of dining, drinking and buying locally. We urge you to support the Mayor’s Community and Economic Recovery Plan. Sincerely, ________________ William R. O'Connell III General Manager (05185) Best Western PLUS Stovall's Inn 1110 W. Katella Ave. Anaheim, CA 92802 office: + 714.778.1880 ext. 1164 direct: fax: + 714.778.3805 williamoconnell@stovallsinn.com www.stovallsinn.com From:Mimis Cafe #060 - Anaheim Harbor To:Public Comment Cc:Kathleen Enge Subject:Support for public agenda item 14 Date:Monday, August 10, 2020 4:25:30 PM Dear Mayor and City Council: I am writing to urge your support for Agenda Item 14, the next phase of the Anaheim Community and Economic Recovery Plan proposed by Mayor Harry Sidhu. The City Council has helped many residents and businesses through this trying time, but the duration of the COVID-19 pandemic has exceeded earlier expectations. Anaheim businesses continue suffering under renewed state restrictions. More action is needed, which is why we support Agenda Item 14 to use $4 million in federal CARES funding to sustain and expand this program, including extension of the eviction moratorium to September 30 and more funding for rental assistance and small business assistance. Especially important is helping Anaheim businesses succeed by: Waiving special event permits, fees and other red tape so businesses – especially restaurants - can maximize their ability to operate outdoors is vital and cope with pandemic-induced restrictions. Establishing a Buy/Shop/Dine/Hire/Purchase Local program Expanding small business assistance and rental assistance programs More funding for COVID-19 testing and PPE. Anaheim restaurants and businesses are struggling to keep their doors open, and many have closed them permanently. They drive our local economy, create jobs and generate tax revenue. The regulatory relief and Buy/Shop/Dine/Hire/Purchase Local program are critical to the ability of local businesses to ride out the economic downturn, while developing a long-term culture among Anaheim residents of dining, drinking and buying locally. We urge you to support the Mayor’s Community and Economic Recovery Plan. Sincerely, Jim West General Manager Mimis Cafe   From:Gary Jordan To:Public Comment Subject:City council request to support: Agenda item # 14 Date:Monday, August 10, 2020 5:35:21 PM Dear Mayor and City Council, I am writing to urge your support for Agenda Item #14; the next phase of the Anaheim Community and Economic Recovery Plan proposed by Mayor Harry Sidhu. I have noticed that the City Council has helped many residents and businesses throughout this pandemic. It is evident that the duration of the COVID-19 epidemic has exceeded earlier forecasts. I know that our own Anaheim businesses continue to suffer under renewed state restrictions. I believe that more action will be needed, which is why I support Agenda Item #14 to use $4 million in federal CARES funding to sustain and expand this program, including the extension of the eviction moratorium to September 30 and more funding for rental assistance and small business assistance. We need to continue helping Anaheim businesses succeed by: 1. Waiving special event permits, fees, and another red tape so businesses – especially restaurants - can maximize their ability to operate outdoors. This is vital so they can cope with pandemic-induced restrictions. 2. Establishing a Buy/Shop/Dine/Hire/Purchase Local program. 3. Expand the small business assistance and rental assistance programs. 4. More funding for COVID-19 testing and PPE. Anaheim restaurants and businesses are struggling to keep their doors open, and many have closed them permanently. We all know these businesses drive our local economy, create jobs, and generate tax revenue. The regulatory relief provisions and Buy/Shop/Dine/Hire/Purchase Local programs are critical to the ability of local businesses to ride out the economic downturn while developing a long- term culture among Anaheim residents of dining, drinking, and buying locally, which we currently and will always support. I urge you to support the Mayor’s Community and Economic Recovery Plan. Respectfully, Gary & Lauri Jordan 34 year residents of Anaheim From:Anaheim Store To:Public Comment Subject:RUBY"S DINER ANAHEIM -SUPPORT Date:Monday, August 10, 2020 5:47:41 PM Dear Mayor and City Council: I am writing to urge your support for Agenda Item 14, the next phase of the Anaheim Community and Economic Recovery Plan proposed by Mayor Harry Sidhu. The City Council has helped many residents and businesses through this trying time, but the duration of the COVID-19 pandemic has exceeded earlier expectations. Anaheim businesses continue suffering under renewed state restrictions. More action is needed, which is why we support Agenda Item 14 to use $4 million in federal CARES funding to sustain and expand this program, including extension of the eviction moratorium to September 30 and more funding for rental assistance and small business assistance. Especially important is helping Anaheim businesses succeed by: Waiving special event permits, fees and other red tape so businesses – especially restaurants - can maximize their ability to operate outdoors is vital and cope with pandemic-induced restrictions. Establishing a Buy/Shop/Dine/Hire/Purchase Local program Expanding small business assistance and rental assistance programs More funding for COVID-19 testing and PPE. Anaheim restaurants and businesses are struggling to keep their doors open, and many have closed them permanently. They drive our local economy, create jobs and generate tax revenue. The regulatory relief and Buy/Shop/Dine/Hire/Purchase Local program are critical to the ability of local businesses to ride out the economic downturn, while developing a long-term culture among Anaheim residents of dining, drinking and buying locally. We urge you to support the Mayor’s Community and Economic Recovery Plan. Sincerely, Pieter Bourges-Principal Ruby’s Diner Anaheim P.S. As a business owner and resident of Anaheim I appreciate the opportunity to serve to serve my local community, even during this difficult time. We look toward the future with our eyes on being able to be a part of what helps Anaheim stand out to not only our local community but the tourism segment that combined help our city grow. CONFIDENTIALITY NOTE: The information contained in this email may be privileged and confidential. It is intended only for the eyes and use of the individual or entity to whom it is addressed. If the reader of this message is not the intended recipient, you are hereby notified that any dissemination, distribution or copy of this email is strictly prohibited. If you have received this email in error, please notify us immediately by telephone a Thank you for your cooperation. From:Brad To:Public Comment Subject:Fwd: Letter in Support Date:Monday, August 10, 2020 6:17:02 PM Sent from my iPhone Begin forwarded message: From: Brad Date: August 10, 2020 at 6:12:43 PM PDT To: Brad Subject: Letter in Support Dear Mayor and City Council, I own the Togo’s restaurant at 8170 East Santa Ana Canyon Road, Anaheim. I am writing to urge your support for Agenda Item 14, the next phase of the Anaheim Community and Economic Recovery Plan proposed by Mayor Harry Sidhu. The City Council has helped many residents and businesses through this trying time, but the duration of the COVID-19 pandemic has exceeded earlier expectations. Anaheim businesses continue suffering under renewed state restrictions. More action is needed, which is why we support Agenda Item 14 to use $4 million in federal CARES funding to sustain and expand this program, including extension of the eviction moratorium to September 30 and more funding for rental assistance and small business assistance. Especially important is helping Anaheim businesses succeed by: Waiving special event permits, fees and other red tape so businesses – especially restaurants - can maximize their ability to operate outdoors is vital and cope with pandemic-induced restrictions. Establishing a Buy/Shop/Dine/Hire/Purchase Local program Expanding small business assistance and rental assistance programs More funding for COVID-19 testing and PPE. Anaheim restaurants and businesses are struggling to keep their doors open, and many have closed them permanently. They drive our local economy, create jobs and generate tax revenue. The regulatory relief and Buy/Shop/Dine/Hire/Purchase Local program are critical to the ability of local businesses to ride out the economic downturn, while developing a long-term culture among Anaheim residents of dining, drinking and buying locally. We urge you to support the Mayor’s Community and Economic Recovery Plan. Sincerely, Brad Porterfield Sent from my iPhone From:Linda Pierson To:Public Comment Subject:Agenda Item #14 Date:Monday, August 10, 2020 7:23:38 PM Dear Mayor and City Council: I am writing to urge your support for Agenda Item 14, the next phase of the Anaheim Community and Economic Recovery Plan proposed by Mayor Harry Sidhu. The City Council has helped many residents and businesses through this trying time, but the duration of the COVID-19 pandemic has exceeded earlier expectations. Anaheim businesses continue suffering under renewed state restrictions. More action is needed, which is why I support Agenda Item 14 to use $4 million in federal CARES funding to sustain and expand this program, including the extension of the eviction moratorium to September 30 and more funding for rental assistance and small business assistance. Especially noteworthy is helping Anaheim businesses succeed by: Waiving special event permits, fees, and another red tape so businesses – especially restaurants - can maximize their ability to operate outdoors is vital and cope with pandemic-induced restrictions. Establishing a Buy/Shop/Dine/Hire/Purchase Local program Expanding small business assistance and rental assistance programs More funding for COVID-19 testing and PPE. Anaheim restaurants and businesses are struggling to keep their doors open, and many have closed them permanently. They drive our local economy, create jobs, and generate tax revenue. The regulatory relief provisions and Buy/Shop/Dine/Hire/Purchase Local programs are critical to the ability of local businesses to ride out the economic downturn while developing a long-term culture among Anaheim residents of dining, drinking, and buying locally. I urge you to support the Mayor’s Community and Economic Recovery Plan. Linda Pierson Anaheim, CA 92807 From:George Grachen To:Public Comment Subject:Agenda Item#14 Date:Monday, August 10, 2020 10:24:11 PM My question is why are we considering giving a corporation a large sum of money to perform a task that they are not qualified to perform that could be implemented for a lot less by non-profits in our city. A good example of this is my non-profit company donating over 60,000 pounds of food to the city at a cost of ZERO and costing my non-profit less than $500.00. If the city was to purchase this food it could have cost well over $50,000. My suggestion is to let the ones that can best serve the people of Anaheim not a large for-profit corporation be the solution. Now that the NAM Convention has been canceled for 2021 will Visit Anaheim and the Chamer who received a fee for the contract to Visit Anaheim be returning part of the $6.5M they were given to bring those types on conventions to our city. That money would go a long way to help the taxpayers of Anaheim during these times. Even a part of it could help a very large number of families that are food challenged. From:JP Alvarez To:Public Comment Subject:Resturant Relief - Agenda Item 14 Date:Monday, August 10, 2020 10:59:38 PM To Whom It may Concern, I am writing to urge your support for Agenda Item 14, the next phase of the Anaheim Community and Economic Recovery Plan proposed by Mayor Harry Sidhu. The City Council has helped many residents and businesses through this trying time, but the duration of the COVID-19 pandemic has exceeded earlier expectations. Anaheim businesses continue suffering under renewed state restrictions. More action is needed, which is why we support Agenda Item 14 to use $4 million in federal CARES funding to sustain and expand this program, including extension of the eviction moratorium to September 30 and more funding for rental assistance and small business assistance. Especially important is helping Anaheim businesses succeed by: Waiving special event permits, fees and other red tape so businesses – especially restaurants - can maximize their ability to operate outdoors is vital and cope with pandemic-induced restrictions. Establishing a Buy/Shop/Dine/Hire/Purchase Local program Expanding small business assistance and rental assistance programs More funding for COVID-19 testing and PPE. Anaheim restaurants and businesses are struggling to keep their doors open, and many have closed them permanently. They drive our local economy, create jobs and generate tax revenue. The regulatory relief and Buy/Shop/Dine/Hire/Purchase Local program are critical to the ability of local businesses to ride out the economic downturn, while developing a long-term culture among Anaheim residents of dining, drinking and buying locally. We urge you to support the Mayor’s Community and Economic Recovery Plan. Sincerely, Juan Alvarez - Business Owner From:on behalf of Marshall Weinstein To:Public Comment Cc:peter@anaheimtogether.com Subject:Please Support the Mayor"s Community and Economic Recovery Program Date:Tuesday, August 11, 2020 7:00:33 AM AGENDA COMMENT Dear Mayor and City Council: I am writing to urge your support for Agenda Item 14, the next phase of the Anaheim Community and Economic Recovery Plan proposed by Mayor Harry Sidhu. The City Council has helped many residents and businesses through this trying time, but the duration of the COVID- 19 pandemic has exceeded earlier expectations. Anaheim businesses continue suffering under renewed state restrictions. More action is needed, which is why we support Agenda Item 14 to use $4 million in federal CARES funding to sustain and expand this program, including an extension of the eviction moratorium to September 30 and more funding for rental assistance and small business assistance. Especially important is helping Anaheim businesses succeed by: • Waiving special event permits, fees and other red tape so businesses – especially restaurants - can maximize their ability to operate outdoors is vital and cope with pandemic-induced restrictions. • Establishing a Buy/Shop/Dine/Hire/Purchase Local program • Expanding small business assistance and rental assistance programs • More funding for COVID-19 testing and PPE. Anaheim restaurants and businesses are struggling to keep their doors open, and many have closed them permanently. They drive our local economy, create jobs and generate tax revenue. The regulatory relief and Buy/Shop/Dine/Hire/Purchase Local program are critical to the ability of local businesses to ride out the economic downturn while developing a long-term culture among Anaheim residents of dining, drinking, and buying locally. We urge you to support the Mayor’s Community and Economic Recovery Plan. Sincerely, -- Marshall Weinstein marshall@grandlegacyhotel.com 1 Jennifer L. Hall From:Luisandres Barrios Perez Sent:Tuesday, August 11, 2020 8:06 AM To:Public Comment Subject:Public Comment on Agenda Item 14 Hello, my name is LuisAndres Perez, looking at the staff report and how city staff is being directed I wanted to write public comments in support of agenda item 14. -- LuisAndres Perez From:Hagop Najarian To:Public Comment Subject:Support Small Business Date:Tuesday, August 11, 2020 8:43:48 AM Attachments:PastedGraphic-1.pdf Dear Mayor and City Council, I am writing you to support and vote for Agenda Item 14, the Economic Recovery plan that Mayor Sidu has proposed. As a restaurant owner for over 25 years in Anaheim, I have never seen business downturn as I have now. Waiving outdoor dining and event permits would be of great help to restaurants like mine. Thank you very much for your consideration. Sincerely, Hagop Najarian www.rosines.com HAGOP NAJARIAN 721 S WEIR CANYON RD. SUITE 125 ANAHEIM HILLS CA 92808 714 283 5141 From:Jersey Mikes OC To:Public Comment Subject:Letter from Jersey Mike"s Subs Anaheim Date:Tuesday, August 11, 2020 8:52:57 AM Attachments:Jersey Mikes Letter to city council and mayor.pdf please see attached regarding agenda item 14 thank you Marie Marie May Co owner Jersey Mikes Anaheim 111 E Katella Ave Suite 30 Anaheim CA 92802 From:on behalf of Leesee Parra To:Public Comment Cc:peter@anaheimtogether.com Subject:Please Support the Mayor"s Community and Economic Recovery Program Date:Tuesday, August 11, 2020 9:02:40 AM AGENDA COMMENT Dear Mayor and City Council: I am writing to urge your support for Agenda Item 14, the next phase of the Anaheim Community and Economic Recovery Plan proposed by Mayor Harry Sidhu. The City Council has helped many residents and businesses through this trying time, but the duration of the COVID- 19 pandemic has exceeded earlier expectations. Anaheim businesses continue suffering under renewed state restrictions. More action is needed, which is why we support Agenda Item 14 to use $4 million in federal CARES funding to sustain and expand this program, including an extension of the eviction moratorium to September 30 and more funding for rental assistance and small business assistance. Especially important is helping Anaheim businesses succeed by: • Waiving special event permits, fees and other red tape so businesses – especially restaurants - can maximize their ability to operate outdoors is vital and cope with pandemic-induced restrictions. • Establishing a Buy/Shop/Dine/Hire/Purchase Local program • Expanding small business assistance and rental assistance programs • More funding for COVID-19 testing and PPE. Anaheim restaurants and businesses are struggling to keep their doors open, and many have closed them permanently. They drive our local economy, create jobs and generate tax revenue. The regulatory relief and Buy/Shop/Dine/Hire/Purchase Local program are critical to the ability of local businesses to ride out the economic downturn while developing a long-term culture among Anaheim residents of dining, drinking, and buying locally. We urge you to support the Mayor’s Community and Economic Recovery Plan. Sincerely, -- Leesee Parra From:SHARON KARNS To:Public Comment Subject:Agenda Item 14 Date:Tuesday, August 11, 2020 9:22:38 AM Dear Mayor and City Council: I am writing to urge you to support Agenda Item 14, the next phase of the Anaheim Community and Economic Plan. That you. Sent from my iPad From:Jeanette Saldivar To:Public Comment Subject:support Agenda Item 14 Date:Tuesday, August 11, 2020 9:42:53 AM Mayor and City Council: I support Agenda Item 14, . The City needs to continue helping small businesses because unfortunatly we are still stuggling as a community with Covid19. Anaheim restaurants and businesses are struggling to keep their doors open, and many have closed them permanently. We all need to keep Anaheim going as the strong and successful city its always been.   Jeanette Saldivar ​   Jeanette O. Saldivar From:on behalf of Parveen Bansiwal To:Public Comment Cc:peter@anaheimtogether.com Subject:Please Support the Mayor"s Community and Economic Recovery Program Date:Tuesday, August 11, 2020 10:12:13 AM AGENDA COMMENT Dear Mayor and City Council: I am writing to urge your support for Agenda Item 14, the next phase of the Anaheim Community and Economic Recovery Plan proposed by Mayor Harry Sidhu. The City Council has helped many residents and businesses through this trying time, but the duration of the COVID- 19 pandemic has exceeded earlier expectations. Anaheim businesses continue suffering under renewed state restrictions. More action is needed, which is why we support Agenda Item 14 to use $4 million in federal CARES funding to sustain and expand this program, including an extension of the eviction moratorium to September 30 and more funding for rental assistance and small business assistance. Especially important is helping Anaheim businesses succeed by: • Waiving special event permits, fees and other red tape so businesses – especially restaurants - can maximize their ability to operate outdoors is vital and cope with pandemic-induced restrictions. • Establishing a Buy/Shop/Dine/Hire/Purchase Local program • Expanding small business assistance and rental assistance programs • More funding for COVID-19 testing and PPE. Anaheim restaurants and businesses are struggling to keep their doors open, and many have closed them permanently. They drive our local economy, create jobs and generate tax revenue. The regulatory relief and Buy/Shop/Dine/Hire/Purchase Local program are critical to the ability of local businesses to ride out the economic downturn while developing a long-term culture among Anaheim residents of dining, drinking, and buying locally. We urge you to support the Mayor’s Community and Economic Recovery Plan. Sincerely, -- Parveen Bansiwal parveenb@delsolinn.com From:on behalf of shaheen sadeghi To:Public Comment Cc:peter@anaheimtogether.com Subject:Please Support the Mayor"s Community and Economic Recovery Program Date:Tuesday, August 11, 2020 10:25:22 AM AGENDA COMMENT Dear Mayor and City Council: I am writing to urge your support for Agenda Item 14, the next phase of the Anaheim Community and Economic Recovery Plan proposed by Mayor Harry Sidhu. The City Council has helped many residents and businesses through this trying time, but the duration of the COVID- 19 pandemic has exceeded earlier expectations. Anaheim businesses continue suffering under renewed state restrictions. More action is needed, which is why we support Agenda Item 14 to use $4 million in federal CARES funding to sustain and expand this program, including an extension of the eviction moratorium to September 30 and more funding for rental assistance and small business assistance. Especially important is helping Anaheim businesses succeed by: • Waiving special event permits, fees and other red tape so businesses – especially restaurants - can maximize their ability to operate outdoors is vital and cope with pandemic-induced restrictions. • Establishing a Buy/Shop/Dine/Hire/Purchase Local program • Expanding small business assistance and rental assistance programs • More funding for COVID-19 testing and PPE. Anaheim restaurants and businesses are struggling to keep their doors open, and many have closed them permanently. They drive our local economy, create jobs and generate tax revenue. The regulatory relief and Buy/Shop/Dine/Hire/Purchase Local program are critical to the ability of local businesses to ride out the economic downturn while developing a long-term culture among Anaheim residents of dining, drinking, and buying locally. We urge you to support the Mayor’s Community and Economic Recovery Plan. Sincerely, -- shaheen sadeghi shaheen@thelab.com 1 Jennifer L. Hall From:Dan Ward <dan@brewheim.com> Sent:Tuesday, August 11, 2020 10:28 AM To:Public Comment Subject:FW: Yes on Item 14 See email below. DAN WARD / President / CO-FOUNDER Dan@Brewheim.com / C: BREWHEIM BREWING CO. 1931 E. Wright Circle, Anaheim, CA 92806 www.brewheim.com From: Dan Ward Sent: Tuesday, August 11, 2020 9:18 AM To: publiccomments@anaheim.net Subject: Yes on Item 14 I’m emailing you on behalf on my business and team members that it is critical for our survival that the city council passes Item 14. Thank you for your support! DAN WARD / President / CO-FOUNDER Dan@Brewheim.com / C BREWHEIM BREWING CO. 1931 E. Wright Circle, Anaheim, CA 92806 www.brewheim.com From:Monica Robles To:Public Comment Subject:Letter of Support for Agenda Item 14 Date:Tuesday, August 11, 2020 10:32:33 AM Attachments:Outlook-w4soveyu.png Letter of Support Mayor of Anaheim.docx Please find my letter of support for Mayor's Harry Sidhu for the Anaheim Community and Economic Recovery Plan proposed by Mayor Harry Sidhu. Sincerely, Heart Centered Leadership Coaching & Consulting Group 2400 E. Katella Ave. Suite 800, Anaheim, CA. 92806 Dear Mayor and City Council: I am writing to urge your support for Agenda Item 14, the next phase of the Anaheim Community and Economic Recovery Plan proposed by Mayor Harry Sidhu. The City Council has helped many residents and businesses through this trying time, but the duration of the COVID-19 pandemic has exceeded earlier expectations. Anaheim businesses continue suffering under renewed state restrictions. More action is needed, which is why we support Agenda Item 14 to use $4 million in federal CARES funding to sustain and expand this program, including extension of the eviction moratorium to September 30 and more funding for rental assistance and small business assistance. Especially important is helping Anaheim businesses succeed by:  Waiving special event permits, fees and other red tape so businesses – especially restaurants - can maximize their ability to operate outdoors is vital and cope with pandemic-induced restrictions.  Establishing a Buy/Shop/Dine/Hire/Purchase Local program  Expanding small business assistance and rental assistance programs  More funding for COVID-19 testing and PPE. Anaheim restaurants and businesses are struggling to keep their doors open, and many have closed them permanently. They drive our local economy, create jobs and generate tax revenue. The regulatory relief and Buy/Shop/Dine/Hire/Purchase Local program are critical to the ability of local businesses to ride out the economic downturn, while developing a long-term culture among Anaheim residents of dining, drinking and buying locally. We urge you to support the Mayor’s Community and Economic Recovery Plan. Sincerely, Monica Robles, MBA President From:on behalf of Marilyn Jeffery To:Public Comment Cc:peter@anaheimtogether.com Subject:Please Support the Mayor"s Community and Economic Recovery Program Date:Tuesday, August 11, 2020 10:35:44 AM AGENDA COMMENT Dear Mayor and City Council: I am writing to urge your support for Agenda Item 14, the next phase of the Anaheim Community and Economic Recovery Plan proposed by Mayor Harry Sidhu. The City Council has helped many residents and businesses through this trying time, but the duration of the COVID- 19 pandemic has exceeded earlier expectations. Anaheim businesses continue suffering under renewed state restrictions. More action is needed, which is why we support Agenda Item 14 to use $4 million in federal CARES funding to sustain and expand this program, including an extension of the eviction moratorium to September 30 and more funding for rental assistance and small business assistance. Especially important is helping Anaheim businesses succeed by: • Waiving special event permits, fees and other red tape so businesses – especially restaurants - can maximize their ability to operate outdoors is vital and cope with pandemic-induced restrictions. • Establishing a Buy/Shop/Dine/Hire/Purchase Local program • Expanding small business assistance and rental assistance programs • More funding for COVID-19 testing and PPE. Anaheim restaurants and businesses are struggling to keep their doors open, and many have closed them permanently. They drive our local economy, create jobs and generate tax revenue. The regulatory relief and Buy/Shop/Dine/Hire/Purchase Local program are critical to the ability of local businesses to ride out the economic downturn while developing a long-term culture among Anaheim residents of dining, drinking, and buying locally. We urge you to support the Mayor’s Community and Economic Recovery Plan. Sincerely, -- Marilyn Jeffery marilyn.jeffery@newportpacific.com From:on behalf of Shirlee Ramos To:Public Comment Cc:peter@anaheimtogether.com Subject:Please Support the Mayor"s Community and Economic Recovery Program Date:Tuesday, August 11, 2020 10:42:00 AM AGENDA COMMENT Dear Mayor and City Council: I am writing to urge your support for Agenda Item 14, the next phase of the Anaheim Community and Economic Recovery Plan proposed by Mayor Harry Sidhu. The City Council has helped many residents and businesses through this trying time, but the duration of the COVID- 19 pandemic has exceeded earlier expectations. Anaheim businesses continue suffering under renewed state restrictions. More action is needed, which is why we support Agenda Item 14 to use $4 million in federal CARES funding to sustain and expand this program, including an extension of the eviction moratorium to September 30 and more funding for rental assistance and small business assistance. Especially important is helping Anaheim businesses succeed by: • Waiving special event permits, fees and other red tape so businesses – especially restaurants - can maximize their ability to operate outdoors is vital and cope with pandemic-induced restrictions. • Establishing a Buy/Shop/Dine/Hire/Purchase Local program • Expanding small business assistance and rental assistance programs • More funding for COVID-19 testing and PPE. Anaheim restaurants and businesses are struggling to keep their doors open, and many have closed them permanently. They drive our local economy, create jobs and generate tax revenue. The regulatory relief and Buy/Shop/Dine/Hire/Purchase Local program are critical to the ability of local businesses to ride out the economic downturn while developing a long-term culture among Anaheim residents of dining, drinking, and buying locally. We urge you to support the Mayor’s Community and Economic Recovery Plan. Sincerely, -- Shirlee Ramos friendlyvillage.admin@newportpacific.com From:on behalf of Margaret Vasquez To:Public Comment Cc:peter@anaheimtogether.com Subject:Please Support the Mayor"s Community and Economic Recovery Program Date:Tuesday, August 11, 2020 10:48:01 AM AGENDA COMMENT Dear Mayor and City Council: I am writing to urge your support for Agenda Item 14, the next phase of the Anaheim Community and Economic Recovery Plan proposed by Mayor Harry Sidhu. The City Council has helped many residents and businesses through this trying time, but the duration of the COVID- 19 pandemic has exceeded earlier expectations. Anaheim businesses continue suffering under renewed state restrictions. More action is needed, which is why we support Agenda Item 14 to use $4 million in federal CARES funding to sustain and expand this program, including an extension of the eviction moratorium to September 30 and more funding for rental assistance and small business assistance. Especially important is helping Anaheim businesses succeed by: • Waiving special event permits, fees and other red tape so businesses – especially restaurants - can maximize their ability to operate outdoors is vital and cope with pandemic-induced restrictions. • Establishing a Buy/Shop/Dine/Hire/Purchase Local program • Expanding small business assistance and rental assistance programs • More funding for COVID-19 testing and PPE. Anaheim restaurants and businesses are struggling to keep their doors open, and many have closed them permanently. They drive our local economy, create jobs and generate tax revenue. The regulatory relief and Buy/Shop/Dine/Hire/Purchase Local program are critical to the ability of local businesses to ride out the economic downturn while developing a long-term culture among Anaheim residents of dining, drinking, and buying locally. We urge you to support the Mayor’s Community and Economic Recovery Plan. Sincerely, -- Margaret Vasquez From:n behalf of Richard Perez To:Public Comment Cc:peter@anaheimtogether.com Subject:Please Support the Mayor"s Community and Economic Recovery Program Date:Tuesday, August 11, 2020 11:12:49 AM AGENDA COMMENT Dear Mayor and City Council: I am writing to urge your support for Agenda Item 14, the next phase of the Anaheim Community and Economic Recovery Plan proposed by Mayor Harry Sidhu. The City Council has helped many residents and businesses through this trying time, but the duration of the COVID- 19 pandemic has exceeded earlier expectations. Anaheim businesses continue suffering under renewed state restrictions. More action is needed, which is why we support Agenda Item 14 to use $4 million in federal CARES funding to sustain and expand this program, including an extension of the eviction moratorium to September 30 and more funding for rental assistance and small business assistance. Especially important is helping Anaheim businesses succeed by: • Waiving special event permits, fees and other red tape so businesses – especially restaurants - can maximize their ability to operate outdoors is vital and cope with pandemic-induced restrictions. • Establishing a Buy/Shop/Dine/Hire/Purchase Local program • Expanding small business assistance and rental assistance programs • More funding for COVID-19 testing and PPE. Anaheim restaurants and businesses are struggling to keep their doors open, and many have closed them permanently. They drive our local economy, create jobs and generate tax revenue. The regulatory relief and Buy/Shop/Dine/Hire/Purchase Local program are critical to the ability of local businesses to ride out the economic downturn while developing a long-term culture among Anaheim residents of dining, drinking, and buying locally. We urge you to support the Mayor’s Community and Economic Recovery Plan. Sincerely, -- Richard Perez richard.perez@brightview.com From:Karina Bataz To:Public Comment Subject:From Emprendedores Date:Tuesday, August 11, 2020 11:29:18 AM Attachments:August 11, 2020.pdf Sent from my iPhone From:lily fashion To:Public Comment Subject:Support Letter Emprendedor@s Date:Tuesday, August 11, 2020 11:39:20 AM Carta City Anaheim.pdf -- Lily's Fashion 4u From:Sal M To:Public Comment Date:Tuesday, August 11, 2020 11:47:14 AM ​​​​​​​​​​ ​​​​​​​​August 11, 2020 Dear Mayor and City Council: I am writing to urge your support for Agenda Item 14, the next phase of the Anaheim Community and Economic Recovery Plan proposed by Mayor Harry Sidhu. The City Council has helped many residents and businesses through this trying time, but the duration of the COVID-19 pandemic has exceeded earlier expectations. Anaheim businesses continue suffering under renewed state restrictions. More action is needed, which is why we support Agenda Item 14 to use $4 million in federal CARES funding to sustain and expand this program, including extension of the eviction moratorium to September 30 and more funding for rental assistance and small business assistance. Especially important is helping Anaheim businesses succeed by: • Waiving special event permits, fees and other red tape so businesses – especiallyrestaurants - can maximize their ability to operate outdoors is vital and cope withpandemic-induced restrictions. • Establishing a Buy/Shop/Dine/Hire/Purchase Local program • Expanding small business assistance and rental assistance programs • More funding for COVID-19 testing and PPE. Anaheim restaurants and businesses are struggling to keep their doors open, and many have closed them permanently. They drive our local economy, create jobs and generate tax revenue. The regulatory relief and Buy/Shop/Dine/Hire/Purchase Local program are critical to the ability of local businesses to ride out the economic downturn, while developing a long-term culture among Anaheim residents of dining, drinking and buying locally. We urge you to support the Mayor’s Community and Economic Recovery Plan. Sincerely, Emprendedor@s microbusiness Owners Salomon Mojica Sent from my iPhone From:Idolina Mojica To:Public Comment Date:Tuesday, August 11, 2020 11:49:50 AM ​​​​​​​​August 11, 2020 Dear Mayor and City Council: I am writing to urge your support for Agenda Item 14, the next phase of the Anaheim Community and Economic Recovery Plan proposed by Mayor Harry Sidhu. The City Council has helped many residents and businesses through this trying time, but the duration of the COVID-19 pandemic has exceeded earlier expectations. Anaheim businesses continue suffering under renewed state restrictions. More action is needed, which is why we support Agenda Item 14 to use $4 million in federal CARES funding to sustain and expand this program, including extension of the eviction moratorium to September 30 and more funding for rental assistance and small business assistance. Especially important is helping Anaheim businesses succeed by: • Waiving special event permits, fees and other red tape so businesses – especiallyrestaurants - can maximize their ability to operate outdoors is vital and cope withpandemic-induced restrictions. • Establishing a Buy/Shop/Dine/Hire/Purchase Local program • Expanding small business assistance and rental assistance programs • More funding for COVID-19 testing and PPE. Anaheim restaurants and businesses are struggling to keep their doors open, and many have closed them permanently. They drive our local economy, create jobs and generate tax revenue. The regulatory relief and Buy/Shop/Dine/Hire/Purchase Local program are critical to the ability of local businesses to ride out the economic downturn, while developing a long-term culture among Anaheim residents of dining, drinking and buying locally. We urge you to support the Mayor’s Community and Economic Recovery Plan. Sincerely, Emprendedor@s microbusiness Owners Idolina Mojica Sent from my iPhone From:renee medrano To:Public Comment Subject:Agenda Item 14 Support Date:Tuesday, August 11, 2020 11:56:41 AM Dear Mayor and City Council: I am writing to urge your support for Agenda Item 14, the next phase of the Anaheim Community and Economic Recovery Plan proposed by Mayor Harry Sidhu. The City Council has helped many residents and businesses through this trying time, but the duration of the COVID-19 pandemic has exceeded earlier expectations. Anaheim businesses continue suffering under renewed state restrictions. More action is needed, which is why I support Agenda Item 14 to use $4 million in federal CARES funding to sustain and expand this program, including the extension of the eviction moratorium to September 30 and more funding for rental assistance and small business assistance. Especially noteworthy is helping Anaheim businesses succeed by: Waiving special event permits, fees, and another red tape so businesses – especially restaurants - can maximize their ability to operate outdoors is vital and cope with pandemic-induced restrictions. Establishing a Buy/Shop/Dine/Hire/Purchase Local program Expanding small business assistance and rental assistance programs More funding for COVID-19 testing and PPE. Anaheim restaurants and businesses are struggling to keep their doors open, and many have closed them permanently. They drive our local economy, create jobs, and generate tax revenue. The regulatory relief provisions and Buy/Shop/Dine/Hire/Purchase Local programs are critical to the ability of local businesses to ride out the economic downturn while developing a long-term culture among Anaheim residents of dining, drinking, and buying locally. I urge you to support the Mayor’s Community and Economic Recovery Plan. All my best, Renee Medrano From:on behalf of Dara Maleki To:Public Comment Subject:Please Support the Mayor"s Community and Economic Recovery Program Date:Monday, August 10, 2020 7:08:57 PM AGENDA COMMENT Dear Mayor and City Council: I am writing to urge your support for Agenda Item 14, the next phase of the Anaheim Community and Economic Recovery Plan proposed by Mayor Harry Sidhu. The City Council has helped many residents and businesses through this trying time, but the duration of the COVID- 19 pandemic has exceeded earlier expectations. Anaheim businesses continue suffering under renewed state restrictions. More action is needed, which is why we support Agenda Item 14 to use $4 million in federal CARES funding to sustain and expand this program, including an extension of the eviction moratorium to September 30 and more funding for rental assistance and small business assistance. Especially important is helping Anaheim businesses succeed by: • Waiving special event permits, fees and other red tape so businesses – especially restaurants - can maximize their ability to operate outdoors is vital and cope with pandemic-induced restrictions. • Establishing a Buy/Shop/Dine/Hire/Purchase Local program • Expanding small business assistance and rental assistance programs • More funding for COVID-19 testing and PPE. Anaheim restaurants and businesses are struggling to keep their doors open, and many have closed them permanently. They drive our local economy, create jobs and generate tax revenue. The regulatory relief and Buy/Shop/Dine/Hire/Purchase Local program are critical to the ability of local businesses to ride out the economic downturn while developing a long-term culture among Anaheim residents of dining, drinking, and buying locally. We urge you to support the Mayor’s Community and Economic Recovery Plan. Sincerely, -- Dara Maleki dara maleki@thepizzapress.com From:Vicky De Loo To:Public Comment Subject:Letter of Support Date:Tuesday, August 11, 2020 12:12:12 PM Attachments:Letter of support Emprendedor@s Aug. 11 2020 (1).docx Please See attachment. Vicky De Loo VL Asesoria Financiera August 11, 2020 Dear Mayor and City Council: I am writing to urge your support for Agenda Item 14, the next phase of the Anaheim Community and Economic Recovery Plan proposed by Mayor Harry Sidhu. The City Council has helped many residents and businesses through this trying time, but the duration of the COVID-19 pandemic has exceeded earlier expectations. Anaheim businesses continue suffering under renewed state restrictions. More action is needed, which is why we support Agenda Item 14 to use $4 million in federal CARES funding to sustain and expand this program, including extension of the eviction moratorium to September 30 and more funding for rental assistance and small business assistance. Especially important is helping Anaheim businesses succeed by:  Waiving special event permits, fees and other red tape so businesses – especially restaurants - can maximize their ability to operate outdoors is vital and cope with pandemic-induced restrictions.  Establishing a Buy/Shop/Dine/Hire/Purchase Local program  Expanding small business assistance and rental assistance programs  More funding for COVID-19 testing and PPE. Anaheim restaurants and businesses are struggling to keep their doors open, and many have closed them permanently. They drive our local economy, create jobs and generate tax revenue. The regulatory relief and Buy/Shop/Dine/Hire/Purchase Local program are critical to the ability of local businesses to ride out the economic downturn, while developing a long-term culture among Anaheim residents of dining, drinking and buying locally. We urge you to support the Mayor’s Community and Economic Recovery Plan. Sincerely, Vicky De Loo Emprendedor@s microbusiness Owners From:n behalf of Tim Kearns To:Public Comment Cc:peter@anaheimtogether.com Subject:Please Support the Mayor"s Community and Economic Recovery Program Date:Tuesday, August 11, 2020 12:22:45 PM AGENDA COMMENT Dear Mayor and City Council: I am writing to urge your support for Agenda Item 14, the next phase of the Anaheim Community and Economic Recovery Plan proposed by Mayor Harry Sidhu. The City Council has helped many residents and businesses through this trying time, but the duration of the COVID- 19 pandemic has exceeded earlier expectations. Anaheim businesses continue suffering under renewed state restrictions. More action is needed, which is why we support Agenda Item 14 to use $4 million in federal CARES funding to sustain and expand this program, including an extension of the eviction moratorium to September 30 and more funding for rental assistance and small business assistance. Especially important is helping Anaheim businesses succeed by: • Waiving special event permits, fees and other red tape so businesses – especially restaurants - can maximize their ability to operate outdoors is vital and cope with pandemic-induced restrictions. • Establishing a Buy/Shop/Dine/Hire/Purchase Local program • Expanding small business assistance and rental assistance programs • More funding for COVID-19 testing and PPE. Anaheim restaurants and businesses are struggling to keep their doors open, and many have closed them permanently. They drive our local economy, create jobs and generate tax revenue. The regulatory relief and Buy/Shop/Dine/Hire/Purchase Local program are critical to the ability of local businesses to ride out the economic downturn while developing a long-term culture among Anaheim residents of dining, drinking, and buying locally. We urge you to support the Mayor’s Community and Economic Recovery Plan. Sincerely, -- Tim Kearns tim@hashtagpinpoint.com From:Javier Bataz To:Public Comment Subject:Emprendedores de Anaheim Date:Tuesday, August 11, 2020 12:33:38 PM Carta City Anaheim.pdf From:Annemarie Randle-Trejo To:Public Comment Subject:Re-council meeting August 11,2020 Date:Tuesday, August 11, 2020 12:42:27 PM Mayor Sidhu and councilmembers, It is with sadness that once again I address you without knowing if you truly receive these correspondence. I believe the public would like to see council hold meetings in a "zoom type" format. I cannot stress this fact enough. While the city residents face joblessness,homelessness,evictions,sickness and stress it is imperative that our leaders show themselves and express empathy toward their plight. I and many take umbride of the fact that it has been months enduring these uncomfortable situations and you don't face the public. In addition, allow for the public to make live comments as well. This would go a long way to reassure families that you are there for them. Please consider this change for your next meeting. I would like to address item #14. I believe the intent of the item sounds as if it is for the greater good however, it is not concrete. First, there are no facts and figures and second, there isn't sufficient sustancial data to support the proposal but just a vague statement. Accountability and transparency is extremely important to your constituents during this crisis. We need to have concrete facts to understand the complexities that underscore your decision making. What we know is there is a pandemic. What we don't know is the city's plan to address the pandemic. We know we are deficit spending. What we don't know is the plan to bring revenue to the city . We know that you have given funds (6.5 million of a 15 million reserve withdrawal ) for marketing a dark resort. What we don't know is what measures have or have not been taken to address the concerns of this expenditure. In addition, the plans to reopen the city and under what conditions. I must share that the Anaheim Union High School District has given out a million meals plus to the children of Anaheim. We gave out breakfast and lunch to children 0-18 regardless of enrollment. (We also gave out an extra breakfast and lunch on Friday for Saturday.) We know our families are in dire need. We gave out 40 lb protein boxes to our families at approximately 3 week intervals and because of our good reputation non-profits worked with us as well. Saddleback Church and Second Harvest set up several food distributions over these months since the outbreak. I am also proud to say that in order to help with our epidemic crisis. AUHSD is working with local agencies to combat COVID-19. We have been hosting testing centers at three of our sites in Anaheim. We are doing all we can to ensure the safety and welfare of our families in Anaheim. Thank you for taking these matters into consideration. Annemarie Randle-Trejo AUHSD Board Trustee president From:Teresa Prado To:Public Comment Subject:Image-1.jpg Date:Tuesday August 11 2020 12:45:11 PM Sent from my iPhone From:rkmnjh To:Public Comment Subject:Agenda Item 14 Date:Tuesday, August 11, 2020 12:45:55 PM Dear Mayor and City Council: I am writing to urge your support for Agenda Item 14, the next phase of the Anaheim Community and Economic Recovery Plan proposed by Mayor Harry Sidhu. The City Council has helped many residents and businesses through this trying time, but the duration of the COVID-19 pandemic has exceeded earlier expectations. Anaheim businesses continue suffering under renewed state restrictions. More action is needed, which is why we support Agenda Item 14 to use $4 million in federal CARES funding to sustain and expand this program, including extension of the eviction moratorium to September 30 and more funding for rental assistance and small business assistance. Especially important is helping Anaheim businesses succeed by: Waiving special event permits, fees and other red tape so businesses – especially restaurants - can maximize their ability to operate outdoors is vital and cope with pandemic-induced restrictions. Establishing a Buy/Shop/Dine/Hire/Purchase Local program Expanding small business assistance and rental assistance programs More funding for COVID-19 testing and PPE. Anaheim restaurants and businesses are struggling to keep their doors open, and many have closed them permanently. They drive our local economy, create jobs and generate tax revenue. The regulatory relief and Buy/Shop/Dine/Hire/Purchase Local program are critical to the ability of local businesses to ride out the economic downturn, while developing a long-term culture among Anaheim residents of dining, drinking and buying locally. We urge you to support the Mayor’s Community and Economic Recovery Plan. Sincerely, Radwan Hakim From:Jonathan Prado To:Public Comment Subject:Important letter Date:Tuesday August 11 2020 12:48:07 PM www.jonathanprado.com Subscríbete gratis a https //m.youtube.com/channel/UC69138DXQSinnadNHk5OVgw/videos From:Jesus Gonzalez To:Public Comment Subject:Letter Of Support Anaheim Business Date:Tuesday, August 11, 2020 12:49:21 PM Attachments:Letter-Of-Support.pdf To: City of Anaheim From: Jesus M. Gonzalez Date: 8-11-2020 Subject: Letter of Support. From:Marce Orellana To:Public Comment Subject:Letter of support Emprendedor@s_Aug. 11_2020.docx Date:Tuesday, August 11, 2020 1:25:42 PM Attachments:Letter of support Emprendedor@s Aug. 11 2020.docx ATT00001.htm atte, Marcela Orellana Notario salvadoreño August 11, 2020 Dear Mayor and City Council: I am writing to urge your support for Agenda Item 14, the next phase of the Anaheim Community and Economic Recovery Plan proposed by Mayor Harry Sidhu. The City Council has helped many residents and businesses through this trying time, but the duration of the COVID-19 pandemic has exceeded earlier expectations. Anaheim businesses continue suffering under renewed state restrictions. More action is needed, which is why we support Agenda Item 14 to use $4 million in federal CARES funding to sustain and expand this program, including extension of the eviction moratorium to September 30 and more funding for rental assistance and small business assistance. Especially important is helping Anaheim businesses succeed by:  Waiving special event permits, fees and other red tape so businesses – especially restaurants - can maximize their ability to operate outdoors is vital and cope with pandemic-induced restrictions.  Establishing a Buy/Shop/Dine/Hire/Purchase Local program  Expanding small business assistance and rental assistance programs  More funding for COVID-19 testing and PPE. Anaheim restaurants and businesses are struggling to keep their doors open, and many have closed them permanently. They drive our local economy, create jobs and generate tax revenue. The regulatory relief and Buy/Shop/Dine/Hire/Purchase Local program are critical to the ability of local businesses to ride out the economic downturn, while developing a long-term culture among Anaheim residents of dining, drinking and buying locally. We urge you to support the Mayor’s Community and Economic Recovery Plan. Sincerely, Emprendedor@s microbusiness Owners From:n behalf of Hiroaki Chiku To:Public Comment Cc:peter@anaheimtogether.com Subject:Please Support the Mayor"s Community and Economic Recovery Program Date:Tuesday, August 11, 2020 1:48:43 PM AGENDA COMMENT Dear Mayor and City Council: I am writing to urge your support for Agenda Item 14, the next phase of the Anaheim Community and Economic Recovery Plan proposed by Mayor Harry Sidhu. The City Council has helped many residents and businesses through this trying time, but the duration of the COVID- 19 pandemic has exceeded earlier expectations. Anaheim businesses continue suffering under renewed state restrictions. More action is needed, which is why we support Agenda Item 14 to use $4 million in federal CARES funding to sustain and expand this program, including an extension of the eviction moratorium to September 30 and more funding for rental assistance and small business assistance. Especially important is helping Anaheim businesses succeed by: • Waiving special event permits, fees and other red tape so businesses – especially restaurants - can maximize their ability to operate outdoors is vital and cope with pandemic-induced restrictions. • Establishing a Buy/Shop/Dine/Hire/Purchase Local program • Expanding small business assistance and rental assistance programs • More funding for COVID-19 testing and PPE. Anaheim restaurants and businesses are struggling to keep their doors open, and many have closed them permanently. They drive our local economy, create jobs and generate tax revenue. The regulatory relief and Buy/Shop/Dine/Hire/Purchase Local program are critical to the ability of local businesses to ride out the economic downturn while developing a long-term culture among Anaheim residents of dining, drinking, and buying locally. We urge you to support the Mayor’s Community and Economic Recovery Plan. Sincerely, -- Hiroaki Chiku info@orangetei.com From:on behalf of Andrea Parada To:Public Comment Cc:peter@anaheimtogether.com Subject:Please Support the Mayor"s Community and Economic Recovery Program Date:Tuesday, August 11, 2020 2:29:08 PM AGENDA COMMENT Dear Mayor and City Council: I am writing to urge your support for Agenda Item 14, the next phase of the Anaheim Community and Economic Recovery Plan proposed by Mayor Harry Sidhu. The City Council has helped many residents and businesses through this trying time, but the duration of the COVID- 19 pandemic has exceeded earlier expectations. Anaheim businesses continue suffering under renewed state restrictions. More action is needed, which is why we support Agenda Item 14 to use $4 million in federal CARES funding to sustain and expand this program, including an extension of the eviction moratorium to September 30 and more funding for rental assistance and small business assistance. Especially important is helping Anaheim businesses succeed by: • Waiving special event permits, fees and other red tape so businesses – especially restaurants - can maximize their ability to operate outdoors is vital and cope with pandemic-induced restrictions. • Establishing a Buy/Shop/Dine/Hire/Purchase Local program • Expanding small business assistance and rental assistance programs • More funding for COVID-19 testing and PPE. Anaheim restaurants and businesses are struggling to keep their doors open, and many have closed them permanently. They drive our local economy, create jobs and generate tax revenue. The regulatory relief and Buy/Shop/Dine/Hire/Purchase Local program are critical to the ability of local businesses to ride out the economic downturn while developing a long-term culture among Anaheim residents of dining, drinking, and buying locally. We urge you to support the Mayor’s Community and Economic Recovery Plan. Sincerely, -- Andrea Parada andrea@urbanaanaheim.com From:n behalf of Javier Cuadra To:Public Comment Cc:peter@anaheimtogether.com Subject:Please Support the Mayor"s Community and Economic Recovery Program Date:Tuesday, August 11, 2020 2:33:48 PM AGENDA COMMENT Dear Mayor and City Council: I am writing to urge your support for Agenda Item 14, the next phase of the Anaheim Community and Economic Recovery Plan proposed by Mayor Harry Sidhu. The City Council has helped many residents and businesses through this trying time, but the duration of the COVID- 19 pandemic has exceeded earlier expectations. Anaheim businesses continue suffering under renewed state restrictions. More action is needed, which is why we support Agenda Item 14 to use $4 million in federal CARES funding to sustain and expand this program, including an extension of the eviction moratorium to September 30 and more funding for rental assistance and small business assistance. Especially important is helping Anaheim businesses succeed by: • Waiving special event permits, fees and other red tape so businesses – especially restaurants - can maximize their ability to operate outdoors is vital and cope with pandemic-induced restrictions. • Establishing a Buy/Shop/Dine/Hire/Purchase Local program • Expanding small business assistance and rental assistance programs • More funding for COVID-19 testing and PPE. Anaheim restaurants and businesses are struggling to keep their doors open, and many have closed them permanently. They drive our local economy, create jobs and generate tax revenue. The regulatory relief and Buy/Shop/Dine/Hire/Purchase Local program are critical to the ability of local businesses to ride out the economic downturn while developing a long-term culture among Anaheim residents of dining, drinking, and buying locally. We urge you to support the Mayor’s Community and Economic Recovery Plan. Sincerely, -- Javier Cuadra javier@urbanaanaheim.com From:Ross To:Public Comment Subject:ANAHEIM CITY COUNCIL AGENDA, August 11, 2020 Date:Tuesday, August 11, 2020 2:48:08 PM Attachments:CITY COUNCIL LTR TO MAYOR & COUNCIL ITEM.pdf Letter in support of item 14 on the Agenda listed above. Ross McCune President Caisteal Builders, Inc. 3910 E. Coronado St. #101 Anaheim, CA 92807 714/630-9922 714/630-9923 Fax www.caistealbuilders.com 3910 E. Coronado Street, # 101 • Anaheim, CA 92807 • Tel: 714-630-9922 • Fax: 714-630-9923 • Lic. #800578 August 11, 2020 Dear Mayor Sidhu and members of the City Council: The COVID-19 pandemic has been devastating for small businesses here in Anaheim and around the country. Many business owners throughout California are hanging on by a financial thread. An article in today’s Bloomberg News reports that small businesses are disappearing by the thousands due to the pandemic: simply closing their doors for good. Yelp data shows more than 60,000 small businesses permanently closed their doors between March 1 and July 25. The Buy/Shop/Dine/Hire/Purchase Local program that is part of Item 14 on tonight’s City Council agenda is a leadership opportunity to help Anaheim’s business community endure this pandemic and potentially emerge stronger once we emerge on the other side and economic recovery takes hold. The Anaheim Chamber of Commerce is the right choice to oversee this program: it knows the business community best and can hit the ground running to quickly jump-start this program. Studies have shown these programs are successful at encouraging more residents to spend money with local businesses, and thereby recirculate a larger percentage of dollars in the local economy. A Buy/Shop/Dine/Hire/Purchase Local program is a partnership with the city that provides a powerful platform for local businesses to create more awareness among local residents and increase their local customer base. This helps preserve local jobs and local tax revenues. 3910 E. Coronado Street, # 101 • Anaheim, CA 92807 • Tel: 714-630-9922 • Fax: 714-630-9923 • Lic. #800578 This program will be a wise investment in putting Anaheim on a path toward good health and economic recovery. It is an opportunity to use federal CARES Act relief dollars for their intended purpose: to help local businesses make it through this crisis intact. We’re all in this together! Sincerely, Ross McCune President From:Pang Yang To:Public Comment Cc:City Clerk; Gregory Garcia Subject:Agenda Item 14 8_11_2020 Date:Tuesday, August 11, 2020 2:57:21 PM Attachments:Agenda Item 14 8 11 2020.pdf Mayor Sidhu and members of the City Council: Please find attached a letter from the Anaheim Chamber of Commerce in support of Agenda Item 14 and the Buy/Shop/Dine/Hire/Purchase Local program - signed by Alicia Valadez of Northgate Gonzalez Markets, Frank Garcia of La Casa Garcia, Ryan Matas of Craftsman Pizza Bar & Grill, Little Arabia Chair Bill Dalati, and myself as chairman of the Chamber. It represents broad and diverse support from the Anaheim business community for the expansion of the Anaheim Community & Economic Recovery Plan. Thank you, and we urge your support for Agenda Item 14. Sincerely, On behalf of Ross McCune, Chairman Pang Yang pang@anaheimchamber.org Executive Assistant to Todd Ament, President/CEO Anaheim Chamber of Commerce Office (714) 758-0222 Ext. 102 Phone: 714-758-0222 2099 S. State College, Ste. 650 Anaheim, CA 92806 www.anaheimchamber.org August 11, 2020 Dear Mayor and members of the City Council: We are writing to urge you to support Agenda Item 14, utilizing $4 million in federal CARES Act funding for the next phase of the Anaheim Community and Economic Recovery Plan and its comprehensive approach. The COVID-19 pandemic has severely impacted every aspect of the fabric of Anaheim – residents, workers, and the local Anaheim economy, particularly local businesses. In fact, these impacts are all related, as residents are also workers, and have lost jobs. Small business owners are residents. Businesses generate much of the taxes that supply neighborhood services. As business owners and operators, we have seen and experienced this first hand. Restaurants, in particular, have been impacted by the current restrictions on indoor dining. We believe this next phase of the Anaheim Community and Economic Recovery Program is vital to sustaining our community as the COVID-19 pandemic continues. The Anaheim Chamber of Commerce is honored and excited to partner with the City of Anaheim to implement the Buy/Shop/Done/Hire/Purchase Local program. During our outreach to local businesses during this economic downturn, many have highlighted the need for such a program in Anaheim to increase the share of spending by residents with local businesses and their employees. Studies have shown such programs not only help local businesses, but they also keep more dollars in the local economy, and are linked to better jobs, higher wages and the better formation of social capital by knitting residents and local businesses more closely together. This partnership will benefit local businesses and the Anaheim community by creating new and innovative ways to provide immediate business relief as we navigate these uncharted waters. The Anaheim Chamber of Commerce has historically been the representative and advocate of local business community. We have been working with local businesses and the city in recent months to develop the Buy/Shop/Dine/Hire/Purchase Local program and anticipate launching in late August/September 2020. The program will be a dynamic partnership with community and city organizations, whose collective resources will maximize outreach channels, connections and partnerships. This will include, but not be limited to, a new web-based platform and phone app that can be used by the public to find local businesses and take advantage of deals and incentives offered by participating Anaheim businesses. It will allow participating businesses to analyze data in order to better expand their local customer base. It will be free for all Anaheim businesses and users to join. Beyond boosting patronage of local businesses during the present crisis, the Phone: 714-758-0222 2099 S. State College, Ste. 650 Anaheim, CA 92806 www.anaheimchamber.org Agenda Item 14 August 11, 2020 Page 2 Buy/Shop/Dine/Hire/Purchase Local program aims at building a long-term culture of resident loyalty to local businesses, local business benefit to residents though “locals-only” discounts and promotions, and local business involvement in the community. The Anaheim Chamber of Commerce has a long, successful history of partnerships with the City. As has been the case with past partnerships, funding for the Buy/shop/Dine/Hire/Purchase Local program will be restricted to the intended purposes of the program, and accounted separately from other Chamber programming. Furthermore, we will work with city staff in the development, launch and operation of the program. Everyone in Anaheim is struggling these days, both residents and businesses. Many local Anaheim businesses are barely hanging on. Sadly, too many have closed their doors – some f or good. Buy/Shop/Dine/Hire/Purchase Local is an opportunity not only to help those businesses and the jobs, but to build a stronger community by forging a closer relationship between Anaheim residents and Anaheim businesses. We urge you to support Agenda Item 14. Thank you for your ongoing leadership. Ross McCune Ross McCune Chair, Anaheim Chamber Caisteal Builders Alicia Valadez Alicia Valadez Chair, Taste of Anaheim Northgate Gonzales Markets Frank Garcia Frank Garcia La Casa Garcia Ryan Matas Ryan Matas Co-Chair Anaheim Chamber Restaurant Council Craftsman Pizza Bar & Grill Bill Dalati Bill Dalati Chair, West Anaheim / Little Arabia District Farmers Insurance Cc: Greg Garcia, Interim City Manager Theresa Bass, CMC, City Clerk From:Mario Castillo To:Public Comment Subject:Letter to Mayor Date:Tuesday, August 11, 2020 3:15:04 PM Attachments:Letter of support Emprendedor@s Aug. 11 2020.docx Thank you for always support Mayor Harry Sidhu a emprendedores de Anaheim. Mario Castillo Graduado de la 1era Generación en la ciudad de Anaheim! Get Outlook for iOS August 11, 2020 Dear Mayor and City Council: I am writing to urge your support for Agenda Item 14, the next phase of the Anaheim Community and Economic Recovery Plan proposed by Mayor Harry Sidhu. The City Council has helped many residents and businesses through this trying time, but the duration of the COVID-19 pandemic has exceeded earlier expectations. Anaheim businesses continue suffering under renewed state restrictions. More action is needed, which is why we support Agenda Item 14 to use $4 million in federal CARES funding to sustain and expand this program, including extension of the eviction moratorium to September 30 and more funding for rental assistance and small business assistance. Especially important is helping Anaheim businesses succeed by:  Waiving special event permits, fees and other red tape so businesses – especially restaurants - can maximize their ability to operate outdoors is vital and cope with pandemic-induced restrictions.  Establishing a Buy/Shop/Dine/Hire/Purchase Local program  Expanding small business assistance and rental assistance programs  More funding for COVID-19 testing and PPE. Anaheim restaurants and businesses are struggling to keep their doors open, and many have closed them permanently. They drive our local economy, create jobs and generate tax revenue. The regulatory relief and Buy/Shop/Dine/Hire/Purchase Local program are critical to the ability of local businesses to ride out the economic downturn, while developing a long-term culture among Anaheim residents of dining, drinking and buying locally. We urge you to support the Mayor’s Community and Economic Recovery Plan. Sincerely, Emprendedor@s microbusiness Owners From:Mitchell Lee To:Public Comment Subject:Please approve agenda item 14 use of CARES act for COVID-19 needs Date:Tuesday, August 11, 2020 3:22:55 PM Anaheim Council, Please immediately approve item 14 related to use of CARES act funding to support the businesses and citizens of Anaheim. Those funds can help in the following: Provide for public health safety with available testing for COVID-19 Support rental assistance Inform and assist businesses regarding their ability to obtain Small Business Loans (SBL) and/or Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) Obtain Personal Protection Equipment (PPE) for first responders and other businesses Relaxing some code enforcements so businesses can open and use outside space for dining. We need to support all Anaheim business and residents I their time of need. Regards, Mitch Lee Sent from my iPhone From:n behalf of Marlon Machado To:Public Comment Cc:peter@anaheimtogether.com Subject:Please Support the Mayor"s Community and Economic Recovery Program Date:Tuesday, August 11, 2020 3:23:44 PM AGENDA COMMENT Dear Mayor and City Council: I am writing to urge your support for Agenda Item 14, the next phase of the Anaheim Community and Economic Recovery Plan proposed by Mayor Harry Sidhu. The City Council has helped many residents and businesses through this trying time, but the duration of the COVID- 19 pandemic has exceeded earlier expectations. Anaheim businesses continue suffering under renewed state restrictions. More action is needed, which is why we support Agenda Item 14 to use $4 million in federal CARES funding to sustain and expand this program, including an extension of the eviction moratorium to September 30 and more funding for rental assistance and small business assistance. Especially important is helping Anaheim businesses succeed by: • Waiving special event permits, fees and other red tape so businesses – especially restaurants - can maximize their ability to operate outdoors is vital and cope with pandemic-induced restrictions. • Establishing a Buy/Shop/Dine/Hire/Purchase Local program • Expanding small business assistance and rental assistance programs • More funding for COVID-19 testing and PPE. Anaheim restaurants and businesses are struggling to keep their doors open, and many have closed them permanently. They drive our local economy, create jobs and generate tax revenue. The regulatory relief and Buy/Shop/Dine/Hire/Purchase Local program are critical to the ability of local businesses to ride out the economic downturn while developing a long-term culture among Anaheim residents of dining, drinking, and buying locally. We urge you to support the Mayor’s Community and Economic Recovery Plan. Sincerely, -- Marlon Machado marlon@georgias-restaurant.com From:Elda Pineda To:Public Comment Subject:Letter Of Support.pdf Date:Tuesday, August 11, 2020 3:43:59 PM Attachments:Letter Of Support.pdf Sent from my iPhone From:Alfredo Heredia To:Public Comment Subject:Non-Agenda Public Comment for 8/11/2020 Meeting Date:Tuesday, August 11, 2020 4:10:19 PM Good afternoon Anaheim city council, My name is Alfredo Heredia. I’m a district four resident and I’m incredibly disappointed in this city’s inability to act in accordance with the needs of our communities. Going into five months, this city fails to meet the moment with policies that uplift our neighbors. When met with the fact that roughly 15,000 households are set to be evicted, a moratorium on rent is proposed by the council majority. A moratorium on rent does nothing except prolong the inevitable pain that countless families will face due to evictions because an accumulation of rent without a source of income due to the pandemic will eventually come crashing down on these people. Instead of advocating for initiatives that will alleviate homelessness, the council majority, as it stands, has no problem sailing into dark times for renters. Defunding the police of which 42% of our over $300 million unrestricted funds accounts for as well as Visit Anaheim makes complete sense and should be aggressively considered. Money’s tight, but that doesn’t mean that we throw our community to the wolves to let them suffer. Sent from Mail for Windows 10 August 11, 2020 Mayor Harry Sidhu and City Council Members 200 S. Anaheim Boulevard Anaheim, CA 92805 RE: Item 14 – Consideration and Action Concerning Mayor’s Proposed Modifications to the Anaheim Community and Economic Recovery Plan, Including Authority to Spend Up to $4,000,000 to Assist Anaheim Residents, Businesses, and Others Impacted by COVID-19 Dear Mayor Harry Sidhu and City Council Members: The Kennedy Commission (the Commission) is a broad based coalition of residents and community organizations that advocates for the production of homes affordable for families earning less than $20,000 annually in Orange County. Formed in 2001, the Commission has been successful in partnering and working with Orange County jurisdictions to create effect ive housing and land-use policies that has led to the new construction of homes affordable to lower income working families. The Commission is in full support of the City Council reinstituting protections from eviction for renters by restoring the city’s eviction moratorium and allocating additional funding to Anaheim rental assistance program. It is important that the Council take proactive action to implement protections that will ensure Anaheim residents remain housed as the Covid- 19 global pandemic continues to affect our communities. The Judicial Council of California seems set to repeal its emergency rule that has been pivotal in stalling evictions for the last couple of months and, thus, ensured tenants statewide who have been financially impacted by the pandemic do not become homeless. There are also no guarantees that the governor or the state legislature will take action to prevent the impending eviction crisis if the emergency rule is repealed. Anaheim continues to be, along with Santa Ana, the hardest hit city by Covid in Orange County,1 not surprising given the large number of Anaheim residents who work in the service sector and who are tenants living in overcrowded conditions. An eviction crisis will have devastating effects on the already dir e health crisis. We strongly encourage the Council to approve an eviction moratorium and expand its rental assistance program. Additionally, as you consider the proposed modifications that will “extend and further implement incentives, waivers, and procedures to continue and further local development projects,”2 the Commission urges you to prioritize these resources for affordable housing development not market-rate housing. As highlighted in the City of Anaheim’s April 2019 Housing Element Annual Progress Report for the 2014-2021 planning period, the City has not only failed unequivocally in meeting its Regional Housing Needs Assessment (RHNA) allocation at the very low and extremely low income level, the City also disproportionally approved the production of housing at the above moderate income level, housing that is 1 “South County Cities Top OC Coronavirus Cases by Percent Increase; Santa Ana, Anaheim Remain Hardest Hit,” Voice of OC, August 10, 2020. https://voiceofoc.org/2020/08/south-county-cities-top-biggest-percent-increases-in-oc-coronavirus-cases-while-santa-ana-and-anaheim- remain-hardest-hit-overall/ 2 City of Anaheim’s City Council Staff Report, Item 14, p. 2, August 11, 2020 . www.kennedycommission.org 17701 Cowan Ave., Suite 200 Irvine, CA 92614 949 250 0909 Working for systemic change resulting in the production of homes affordable to Orange County’s extremely low-income households Mayor Harry Sidhu and City Council Members August 11, 2020 Page 2 of 2 inaccessible to many struggling Anaheim families. The City has permitted over 7,477 housing units during the current Housing Element period and only 145 total have been in the affordability level of low and very low. The vast majority of the housing units, 7,332 , have been approved at moderate and above moderate income levels. To -date, the City has outperformed and exceeded t heir above moderate-income RHNA requirement, constructing 7,182 or 287% of the 2,501 required.3 Meanwhile, only 124 or 10% of the 1,256 very low-income units and 121 or 13% of the 907 low-income units have been approved in the City.4 With a remaining total RHNA need of 1,950 lower income homes and a surplus of 4,681 at the above moderate income level, the City should not facilitate the production of more market-rate housing, but rather focus on implementing policies and programs that will produce more affordable homes for lower income households. A new and likely larger RHNA allocation will be issued for the City when the new housing element planning period begins in 2021. If the City continues prioritizing the development of above moderate housing at the expense of low income housing it will have a difficult time meeting its current and new RHNA requirements. The Covid-19 global pandemic has made painfully obvious the critical link between health and housing security. Overcrowded conditions have facilited the spread of Covid among lower income households; an eviction crisis will only worsen the situation making it harder for lower income household to afford rents in the City that were already too high prior to the pandemic. As the City implements short -term tenant protections that will protect Anaheim residents, t he Commission also looks forward to partnering with the City to develop long-term strategies that will increase housing opportunities for lower income residents in the City. Please keep us informed of any updates and meetings regarding strategies to increase afforda ble homes for lower income households in the City. If you have any questions, please free to contact me at (949) 250-0909 or cesarc@kennedycommission.org. Sincerely, Cesar Covarrubias Executive Director 3 City of Anaheim’s 2019 Annual Housing Element Progress Report, p. 3, April 2020. 4 City of Anaheim’s 2019 Annual Housing Element Progress Report, p. 2, April 2020.