09/24/2019 ANAHEIM CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING OF SEPTEMBER 24, 2019
The regular meeting of September 24, 2019 was called to order at 3:01 P.M. in the chambers of
Anaheim City Hall, located at 200 S. Anaheim Boulevard. The meeting notice, agenda, and
related materials were duly posted on September 19, 2019.
PRESENT: Mayor Harry Sidhu and Council Members Lucille Kring, Denise Barnes,
Stephen Faessel, and Trevor O'Neil.
STAFF PRESENT: City Manager Chris Zapata, City Attorney Robert Fabela, and City Clerk
Theresa Bass
ADDITIONS\DELETIONS TO CLOSED SESSION: None
PUBLIC COMMENTS ON CLOSED SESSION ITEMS: None
CLOSED SESSION: At 3:01 P.M., Mayor Sidhu recessed to closed session for
consideration of the following (Council Members Jordan Brandman and Jose F. Moreno joined
during closed session):
1. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL - EXISTING LITIGATION
(Subdivision (d)(1) of Section 54956.9 of the California Government Code)
Name of Case: Wotring v. City of Anaheim, Orange County Superior Court Case No. 30-
2017-00914303
2. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL - ANTICIPATED LITIGATION
Initiation of litigation - authorization to file amicus curiae brief pursuant to
paragraph (4) of subdivision (d) of the California Government Code Section
54956.9: One potential case
3. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL - EXISTING LITIGATION
(Subdivision (d)(1) of Section 54956.9 of the California Government Code)
Name of Case: Turner Construction Company v. City of Anaheim; STV Construction,
Inc., Orange County Superior Court Case No. 30-2017-00956538
4. CONFERENCE WITH REAL PROPERTY NEGOTIATORS
(Section 54956.8 of the California Government Code)
Property: 1619 -1621 W. Lincoln Avenue (APN 072-110-10) and a 0.70 acre portion of
Right-of-way located between Euclid Street and APN 072-110-50 in Anaheim, CA 92801
Agency negotiator: Chris Zapata, City Manager
Negotiating parties: Shopoff Realty Investments and City of Anaheim
Under negotiation: Price and Terms
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5. CONFERENCE WITH REAL PROPERTY NEGOTIATORS
(Section 54956.8 of the California Government Code)
Property: 2000 E. Gene Autry Way, Anaheim, CA 92806 (APN Nos. 232-011-02, -06, -
35, -36, -37, -38, -39, -40, -41, -42, -43, -44, -47, -48, -50)
Agency Negotiator: Chris Zapata, City Manager
Negotiating Parties: Angels Baseball, LP; City of Anaheim
Under Negotiation: Price and Terms of Payment
6. CONFERENCE WITH LABOR NEGOTIATORS
(Subdivision (a) of Section 54957.6 of the California Government Code)
Agency Designated Representatives: Linda Andal, Human Resources Director and
Angel Ho, Employee Relations Manager
Name of Employee Organization: Anaheim Police Association
7. CONFERENCE WITH LABOR NEGOTIATORS
(Subdivision (a) of Section 54957.6 of the California Government Code)
Agency Designated Representatives: Linda Andal, Human Resources Director and
Angel Ho, Employee Relations Manager
Name of Employee Organizations: American Federation of State, County and
Municipal Employees (General Management, Professional/Technical, and Confidential
Units)
At 5:39 P.M., Mayor Sidhu reconvened the Anaheim City Council.
INVOCATION: Pastor Mark Bove, Calvary Chapel Anaheim
FLAG SALUTE: Council Member Jose F. Moreno
PRESENTATIONS: Recognizing the 2019 Flag Day Essay Contest winners
Maria McFarland, Anaheim Flag Day Celebration, provided a brief recap of the 2019 Flag Day
Essay Contest and the Mayor and City Council presented certificates recognizing the contest
winners.
Recognizing the 2019 Community Services Volunteens
Community Services Program Specialist Julian Incoom provided a history of the program and the
Mayor and City Council presented certificates recognizing the 2019 Community Services
Volunteens.
ACCEPTANCE OF OTHER RECOGNITIONS (To be presented at a later date):
Recognizing October 6 - 12, 2019, as Public Power Week
Utilities Community & Sustainability Programs Manager Lisa Estrada thanked City Council for the
proclamation. She invited City Council and the public to celebrate Public Power Week at the
Downtown Anaheim Farmers Market on Thursday, October 10, 2019 from 12:00 p.m. to 3:00
p.m.
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Recognizing October 2019, as Domestic Violence Awareness Month
Tracy Theodore, Director, OC Family Justice Center (OCFJC) thanked City Council for the
proclamation and provided a history of the programs at the OCFJC. She invited City Council and
the public to the OCFJC Foundation's annual Celebration of Strength breakfast on October 8,
2019 at the Anaheim Convention Center.
At 5:54 P.M., Mayor Sidhu called to order the Anaheim Housing Authority (in joint session with
the City Council).
ADDITIONS/DELETIONS TO THE AGENDAS:
City Clerk Theresa Bass announced staff requested to withdraw Item No. 17 from the agenda.
Additionally, for Item No. 20, she reported staff requested to remove the first and fifth resolutions
pertaining to Administrative and Middle Management, with the remaining three resolutions
remaining on the Consent Calendar for Council's consideration.
PUBLIC COMMENTS: Prior to receipt of public comments, an outline of new rules for
public comments and a brief decorum statement was provided by City Clerk Theresa Bass.
Cecil Jordan Corkern, Outreach Homeless Ministries, expressed his concern regarding safety at
Disneyland.
R. Joshua Collins, Homeless Advocates for Christ, expressed concern regarding the shelters
and encouraged City Council to make separate accommodations for residents who feel unsafe.
Kenneth Batiste expressed his concern regarding corruption on the City Council, referenced an
article from the Voice of OC regarding the Angels negotiations, and encouraged City Council to
support the best interest of residents when negotiating with Angels Baseball.
Mike Robbins expressed his concern regarding corruption on the City Council and encouraged
City Council to support the best interest of residents when negotiating with Angels Baseball.
Jeanine Robbins expressed her support for Item No. 1, but felt it needs to be slated for very low
and low-income housing. She encouraged City Council to support the best interest of residents
when negotiating with Angels Baseball, which should include a community benefits agreement, a
living wage, more law enforcement, housing villages for low income, permanent supportive and
workforce housing, open spaces, and parks.
Robert Pierce, Cal State Fullerton, expressed his support for Item No. 18 and encouraged
Council to consider the benefit to students, the advancement in their careers, and how it has
benefited the community.
Joe Baldo, Founder, Higher Ground, expressed his support for Item No. 18 and encouraged City
Council to pass the item. Lastly, he thanked everyone who he has worked with.
Mark Richard Daniels expressed his support for Items Nos. 1, 4, and 34 and encouraged City
Council to pass the items.
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William Fitzgerald, Home Owners Maintaining Our Environment, expressed his opposition to
Item No. 31, specifically the extension of the Angels Baseball contract.
Mayor Sidhu asked that speakers refrain from using bad language especially when
children are present.
Peter Warner encouraged City Council to expedite Closed Session Item No. 4 so that they can
be converted to a homeless shelter.
Liceth Rodriguez expressed her support for Item No. 18 and shared how the programs offered by
Higher Ground Youth and Family Services Inc. offers has benefited her family and others in the
community.
Tim Steed, Assistant General Manager, Orange County Employees Association, expressed his
support for Item Nos. 21 and 22 and thanked the Council for their assistance.
Callie Rutter read a brief statement from Lou Noble, in which he expressed concern regarding
the care at the homeless shelters.
Anat Herzog, academic service liaison for Chapman University, expressed her support for Item
No. 18 and spoke of the programs and benefits provided by Higher Ground Youth and Family
Services, Inc.
Nina Yvonne Thompson presented her "Save the Homeless Education and Family Outreach"
program to City Council and believed it was a good alternative to the homeless shelters in
Anaheim.
Thomas Fielder expressed his support for Item No. 1 and encouraged City Council to adhere to
the Housing First model and to use property properly.
Melody Marler expressed her support for Item No. 1 and encouraged City Council to use the
property for extremely low-income housing and Permanent Supportive Housing.
Gail Taylor, Fullerton College Foundation, invited City Council and the public to the Fullerton
College Foundation President's Gala on Saturday, October 19 from 5:00 p.m. - 9 p.m. at the
Fullerton College Campus.
Cheryl Moi provided an update of Rancho La Paz Mobile Home Park and reported that residents
received their 31-page lease and believe there is little hope left. She also expressed concern that
the meeting started 45-minutes late.
Mayor Sidhu stated that he would work to make sure that meetings start on time moving
forward.
Council Member Brandman advised that an item would return on October 22, 2019 to
address the concerns of the Rancho La Paz residents.
Larry Larsen thanked City Council for returning the original Anaheim flag.
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Jorge Gavino expressed his concern regarding Mayor Sidhu's leadership and accused Mayor
Pro Tern Kring of deleting disparaging comments from Facebook.
Paul Hyek expressed concern regarding bullying and medical care at Mercy House.
Ada Tamayo, Unite Here Local 11, encouraged City Council to utilize the land around Angel
Stadium to build affordable housing that is needed in Anaheim, change the team name back to
Anaheim Angels, and allow a 30-day sunshine period for public review and comment.
Lamba Najib, Community Organizer, Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR), is
requesting transparency regarding the negotiations with Angels Baseball and would like to see
an opportunity for public review and comment. She asked Council to negotiate in the best
interest of the people
Annemarie Randle-Trejo, Board Member, Anaheim-Union High School District, expressed her
concern regarding the negotiations with Angels Baseball and would like to see an open and
transparent process.
Adam Overton, Clergy & Laity United for Economic Justice (CLUE), expressed his concern
regarding the negotiations with Angels Baseball and would like to see an open and transparent
process that benefits the residents of Anaheim.
Veronica Chavez expressed her concern regarding the negotiations with Angels Baseball and
would like to see negotiations that benefit Anaheim residents especially with affordable housing.
Rhonda Moynihan thanked City Council for the excellent work the Community Police Officers are
doing in the area. She also expressed concern regarding the CBD oil shop near Ball Road and
Sunkist Avenue and felt it is not safe for the community.
Mayor Sidhu requested that City Manager Chris Zapata work with Ms. Moynihan to
address her concerns.
Alfredo Heredia expressed his concern regarding the negotiations with Angels Baseball and
would like to see negotiations that benefit the residents of Anaheim.
Dr. Patricia Adelekan thanked City Council for attending the International Educators Hall of Fame
and encouraged City Council to build a legacy of"justice for all".
Simone Batiste recited the Pledge of Allegiance in Mandarin and English for City Council.
Amanda Piedrahita expressed her support for residents of Rancho La Paz, including her
grandparents, and encouraged City Council to provide them assistance.
Bob Donelson expressed concern regarding short-term rentals and would like to see them
eliminated in Anaheim. He also expressed his concern regarding the negotiations with Angels
Baseball and City funds given to Anaheim First and the Chamber of Commerce.
Genoveva Vera, Rancho La Paz Mobile Home Park, encouraged City Council to provide
residents assistance.
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CITY MANAGER'S UPDATE: City Manager Chris Zapata thanked Ms. Piedrahita for the
cookies and apologized for the delay in coming out of Closed Session, stating staff would work
on future agenda construction to minimize delays.
At 7:29 P.M., Mayor Sidhu recessed the City Council to address the Anaheim Housing Authority
agenda, reconvening at 7:37 P.M.
CONSENT CALENDAR: At 7:37 P.M., the consent calendar was considered. Council
Member Barnes pulled Item Nos. 12 and 18 and Council Member Moreno pulled Item Nos. 21 22
and 31 for separate discussion and consideration. Council Member Brandman noted for the
record a conflict of interest on Item No. 04 and recorded his abstention on the item.
MOTION: Mayor Pro Tem Kring moved to waive reading of all ordinances and resolutions and to
adopt the balance of the consent calendar as presented, in accordance with reports,
certifications, and recommendations furnished each City Council member and as listed on the
consent calendar, seconded by Council Member Faessel. ROLL CALL VOTE: AYES — 7 (Mayor
Sidhu and Council Members Kring, Barnes, Brandman, Moreno, Faessel, and O'Neil). NOES —
0. Motion carried.
B105 3. Receive and file minutes of the Community Services Board meeting of August 8, 2019
and the Library Board meeting of August 12, 2019.
D116 4. Approve proclamations recognizing the Orange County Historical Society's 100th
Anniversary, Dave Wilk with GOALS Academy, Childhood Lead Poisoning Prevention
Week (October 20-26, 2019), the 2018-19 Miss Anaheim Beautiful and her Court, the
2019-20 Miss Anaheim Beautiful and her Court, Extra Mile Day (November 1, 2019), the
Complex Regional Pain Syndrome Annual Convention, the Orange County Conservation
Corps 25th Anniversary, and Henry Barbosa of the Orange County Conservation Corps.
Item No. 04: Council Member Brandman registered an abstention on the proclamations
recognizing Dave Wilk with GOALS Academy, the Orange County Conservation Corps 25th
Anniversary, and Henry Barbosa of the Orange County Conservation Corps as he has
conducted business with these organizations. MOTION: Mayor Pro Tem Kring moved to
approve, seconded by Council Member Faessel. ROLL CALL VOTE: AYES— 6: (Mayor Sidhu
and Council Members Kring, Barnes, Moreno, Faessel, and O'Neil). NOES— 0. ABSTENTION
— 1: (Council Member Brandman). Motion carried.
D117 5. Approve the Investment Portfolio Report for August 2019.
AGR- 6. Approve the Anaheim Workforce Development Board Recertification Request, under the
11724 Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act, for program years 2019-2021 and direct staff
to submit the Recertification Request to the State of California as a requirement of the
State once every two years.
D180 7. Accept the bid from Matheson Tri-Gas, Inc., in the amount of $53,212.50 plus applicable
tax, to provide as-needed cryogenic liquid oxygen for a one year period with up to four
one-year optional renewals and authorize the Purchasing Agent to exercise the renewal
options in accordance with Bid #9329.
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D180 8. Accept the bid from Agricultural Pest Control Services, in the amount of $27,720 plus
applicable tax and a 20% contingency, to provide as-needed bee and stinging insect
removal services for a one year period with up to four one-year optional renewals and
authorize the Purchasing Agent to exercise the renewal options in accordance with Bid
#9330.
D180 9. Accept the bid from Anaheim Glass, Inc., in the amount of $39,350 plus a 20%
contingency, to perform as-needed glass repairs and maintenance services for facilities
throughout the City for a one year period with four one-year optional renewals and
authorize the Purchasing Agent to execute the renewal options in accordance with Bid
#9334.
D180 10. Accept the bid from Hangar One Avionics, Inc., in the amount of $117,180.76, to furnish,
install and integrate Garmin GTN 750H avionics equipment in two police helicopters and
authorize the Purchasing Agent to execute the purchase order in accordance with Bid
#9324.
AGR- 11. Award the contract to the lowest responsible bidder, Onyx Paving Company, Inc., in the
11741 amount of $2,930,000, for the Residential Street Improvement Project Acacia Phase II;
determine that the project is categorically exempt from California Environmental Quality
Act pursuant to Sections 15301, Class 1, and 15302, Class 2, of Title 14 of the California
Code of Regulations; and authorize the Finance Director to execute the escrow
agreement pertaining to contract retentions.
13. Approve an agreement with Gemalto Cogent Inc., in an amount not to exceed $110,000
AGR including taxes, for an 11-month lease, maintenance and support of an automated
6655.1 biometric identification system and authorize the Chief of Police to execute the
agreement.
AGR- 14. Approve an agreement with California Forensic Phlebotomy, Inc., in the total amount not
3115.F to exceed $250,000, to perform forensic phlebotomy services for a one year period with
four one-year optional renewals; and authorize the Chief of Police to execute any
amendments or renewal options under the terms and conditions of the agreement.
AGR- 15. Approve a representation agreement, in substantial form, with the firms of Robins Kaplan,
11725 LLP and Andrews & Thornton, AAL, ALC to represent the City of Anaheim in opioid-
related litigation and authorize the City Attorney to execute the agreement.
AGR- 16. Approve an agreement with AODI, Inc., in an annual amount not to exceed $40,000, for
11720 original graphic design services for various promotional materials and marketing
campaigns; an agreement with Recreation Branding Services, in an annual amount not to
AGR- exceed $25,000, for production and printing preparation of the Community Services
11721 Department Activity Guide and graphic design services; and an agreement with
AGR- Geographics, in an annual amount not to exceed $20,000, for production and print
11722 preparation of the Your Community/Tu Comunidad and various promotional materials and
branding services, each for a one year term beginning October 1, 2019, with two one-
year optional extensions.
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A123 17. Approve an agreement with American Golf Corporation Management, LLC., in substantial
form, in the base management fee of $130,000 per year plus an incentive fee of 20% of
the adjusted net operating income on the excess above the threshold of $2,000,000, to
provide Golf Course Operation Services and Golf Course Maintenance Services at
Anaheim Hills Golf Course, and Golf Course Operation Services, Golf Course
Maintenance Services, and Food & Beverage Services at Dad Miller Golf Course for an
initial term starting January 1, 2020 and ending on February 9, 2024; authorize de
minimis changes that do not substantially change the terms and conditions of the
agreement, so long as such changes are determined to be de minimis by the City
Attorney and Risk Manager; and authorize the Director of Community Services execute
the agreement and take any necessary actions to administer the agreement.
Item No. 17 withdrawn by staff; no action taken.
AG R-
10659.B 19. Approve an agreement with Hyas Group, LLC, in a total amount not to exceed $222,560,
to provide professional services and act as co-fiduciary regarding Anaheim's Defined
Contribution Programs for a four year period and authorize the Human Resources
Director to execute and administer the agreement.
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D154.1 20. RESOLUTION NO. A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF ANAHEIM amending Resolution No. 2014-093 for the purpose of creating,
deleting and/or modifying certain classifications designated as Administrative
Management.
RESOLUTION NO. 2019-104 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF ANAHEIM establishing classifications and rates of compensation for
classifications assigned to the Anaheim Municipal Employees Association, Part-Time
Unit.
RESOLUTION NO. 2019-105 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF ANAHEIM establishing classifications and rates of compensation for
classifications assigned to the Anaheim Municipal Employees Association, General Unit.
RESOLUTION NO. 2019-106 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF ANAHEIM amending Resolution No. 2014-092 for the purpose of creating,
deleting and/or modifying certain unrepresented classifications designated Executive
Management.
RESOLUTION NO. A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF ANAHEIM amending Resolution No. 2014-094 for the purpose of creating,
deleting and/or modifying certain classifications designated as Middle Management.
Item No. 20: Resolutions related to classifications designated Administrative Management and
Middle Management were withdrawn by staff. No action by City Council.
23. RESOLUTION NO. 2019-109 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
D160 CITY OF ANAHEIM ratifying the submission of grant applications and the acceptance of
grants on behalf of the City of Anaheim for the Selective Traffic Enforcement Program
(STEP) Grant, Pedestrian and Bicycle Safety Program Grant, Child Passenger Safety
Program Grant and Motorcycle Safety Program, and authorizing the Chief of Police to
execute all required grant documents, and amending the budget accordingly (increasing
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the Police Department's fiscal year 2019/20 revenue and expenditure appropriations by
$408,000 for STEP, $60,000 for Pedestrian and Bicycle Safety Program, $70,000 for
Child Passenger Safety Program, and $55,000 for Motorcycle Safety Program).
24. RESOLUTION NO. 2019-110 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
D160 CITY OF ANAHEIM approving the 2017 Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance
Grant fund transfer agreement between the City of Anaheim and the County of Orange,
authorizing the City Manager or his designee to execute all documents required to
transfer the grant fund, and authorizing the acceptance of such grant fund on behalf of
the City and amending the budget for the fiscal year 2019-20 accordingly (allocation of
$80,555.40 from the Fiscal Year 2017 Justice Assistance Grant).
RESOLUTION NO. 2019-111 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF ANAHEIM approving the 2018 Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance
Grant fund transfer agreement between the City of Anaheim and the County of Orange,
authorizing the City Manager or his designee to execute all documents required to
transfer the grant fund, and authorizing the acceptance of such grant fund on behalf of
the City and amending the budget for the fiscal year 2019-20 accordingly (allocation of
$80,316.90 from the Fiscal Year 2018 Justice Assistance Grant).
P110 25. RESOLUTION NO. 2019-112 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF ANAHEIM vacating various public utility easements pursuant to California
Streets and Highway Code Section 8330, et seq. - Summary Vacation (ABA2018-00383;
901 East South Street).
26. RESOLUTION NO. 2019-113 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
P110 CITY OF ANAHEIM vacating public utility easements located at 5468, 5500, and 5510
East La Palma Avenue pursuant to California Streets and Highways Code Section 8330,
et seq. - Summary Vacation (ABA2019-00386).
P110 27. RESOLUTION NO. 2019-114 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF ANAHEIM vacating a public utility easement located at 801 East Orangewood
Avenue pursuant to California Streets and Highways Code Section 8330, et seq. -
Summary Vacation (ABA2019-00394).
P124 28. RESOLUTION NO. 2019-115 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF ANAHEIM accepting certain deeds conveying to the City of Anaheim certain
interests in real property (City Deed Nos.12316, 12317, 12318, and 12319; city uses in
connection with the provision of utility services).
T107 29. RESOLUTION NO. 2019-116 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF ANAHEIM forming Underground District No. 67 (Sycamore) and determining
said action is exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act pursuant to Sections
15302(d) and 15303 of Title 14 of the California Code of Regulations.
T107 30. RESOLUTION NO. 2019-117 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF ANAHEIM forming Underground District No. 68 (Eucalyptus) and determining
said action is exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act pursuant to Sections
15302(d) and 15303 of Title 14 of the California Code of Regulations.
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END OF CONSENT CALENDAR
D180 12. Waive the sealed bidding requirement of Council Policy 4.0 and authorize the Purchasing
Agent to execute an agreement with Axon Enterprise, Inc., in an amount not to exceed
D160 $1,185,148.14 inclusive of applicable tax, for the purchase of 415 Taser 7 Electronic
Incapacitation Devices (EID) and related accessories and services for use by sworn
Anaheim Police personnel for a term of five years and authorize the Purchasing Agent to
issue future purchase orders of ElDs, accessories, and related services and execute any
and all documents necessary to complete the transactions, subject to available budget
appropriations.
Police Chief Jorge Cisneros advised the item is to execute an agreement with Axon Enterprise,
Inc. (AXON), for the purchase of 415 Taser 7 electronic incapacitation devices. He advised that
in delivering public safety services to over 360,000 residents, thousands of businesses, and
more than 25 million annual visitors, the Anaheim Police Department (APD) trains and equips its
officers and employees to the highest degree possible to ensure they are prepared to meet the
ever-increasing challenges of policing today. This purchase will make available a highly capable
force option for APD's sworn officers to bring to bear when overcoming resistance, dealing with
combative suspects, and as a less lethal tool to prevent injury to suspects and officers. The latest
iteration of an effective weapon platform, the Taser 7, offers greater flexibility in terms of its
application in both close quarters and longer distances through dual cartridges. The device
provides greater overall effectiveness by way of not only the probes' increased penetration
capabilities but also their vastly improved ability to incapacitate via the additional cartridge on
hand. Lastly, he reported that the Police Department does not use bear spray because it may
incapacitate the officer.
Deputy Chief Julian Harvey reported the Taser is a tool used to assist in dealing with combative
suspects and provided a scenario involving a suicidal woman in which the new Tasers proved to
be effective, preventing further self-injury to the woman and the officers.
DISCUSSION: In response to Council Member Barnes' inquiry, Deputy Chief Harvey advised the
Taser 7 is new to the market and APD is one of the first agencies to take delivery of the device.
He advised this is a five-year contract and believes a new Taser will be available at the end of
the contract. He also reported other agencies are having great success with the device.
In response to Council Member Barnes' inquiry, Deputy Chief Harvey advised Taser 7 offers a
docking station and download system whereby the devices are recharged and the usage data
downloaded for evidentiary and administrative purposes.
In response to Council Member Faessel's inquiry, Police Chief Cisneros advised the commercial
Taser 7 purchase allows for two (2) cartridges, a charging station, and a five-year warranty which
provides for greater effectiveness of the tool. He also advised there will be training through a
train-the-trainer program. Deputy Chief Harvey further advised, in response to Council Member
Faessel, APD currently needs a device for all of the sworn personnel who may work in the field.
In response to Council Member Moreno's inquiry, Police Chief Cisneros advised that the Tasers
allow APD officers to do their job effectively and in a manner that requires the most reasonable
use of force to incapacitate a suspect. He also advised this was not reviewed with the Public
Safety Board, although the use of force and de-escalation is regularly discussed with the Board.
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In response to Council Member Moreno's inquiry, a representative from Axon Enterprise, Inc.,
advised there is language within the contract that allows the City to change or rescind the
contract in future years. Police Chief Cisneros advised the initial purchase would be made with
grant funds and staff may need to return to City Council for additional funding.
In response to Council Member O'Neil's inquiry, Police Chief Cisneros advised this is not a lease
agreement. He further clarified that current Tasers will be traded in as part of the purchase.
MOTION: Council Member Barnes moved to waive the sealed bidding requirement of Council
Policy 4.0 and authorize the Purchasing Agent to execute an agreement with Axon Enterprise,
Inc., in an amount not to exceed $1,185,148.14 inclusive of applicable tax, for the purchase of
415 Taser 7 Electronic Incapacitation Devices (EID) and related accessories and services for
use by sworn Anaheim Police personnel for a term of five years and authorize the Purchasing
Agent to issue future purchase orders of EIDs, accessories, and related services and execute
any and all documents necessary to complete the transactions, subject to available budget
appropriations, seconded by Council Member Faessel. ROLL CALL VOTE: AYES — 7 (Mayor
Sidhu and Council Members Kring, Barnes, Brandman, Moreno, Faessel and O'Neil). NOES —
0. Motion carried.
18. Approve the Second Amendment to License Agreement with Higher Ground Youth and
AGR Family Services, Inc. to place additional portable units at Lincoln Park and authorize the
8007.2 Director of Community Services, or designee, to execute and administer the amendment.
Director of Community Services Larry Pasco advised the item is to approve the Second
Amendment to the License Agreement with Higher Ground for youth and family services to place
additional modular units at Lincoln Park. In 2014, Higher Ground entered into a License
Agreement with the City to place modular trailers at Lincoln Park to conduct recreational, after-
school tutoring, art, and musical classes. These programs were in response to the Anaheim
Youth Services Assessment that called for programs to address the needs of at-risk youth in this
neighborhood as identified in the study as an area of deficiency. Higher Ground has requested to
further expand their programming at the park, which will include a Family Wellness Center, a
Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math Lab, a Family Support Center, and a Welcome
Center. Higher Ground has engaged professors and students from Cal State University Fullerton
and Chapman University to assist in instructional and tutoring programs. The STEM lab will
house professors and students from local universities to engage the community in Science,
Technology, Engineering, and Math. The Family Support Center will house English as a Second
Language, parenting, and computer classes. The Welcome Center will be a location for staff
offices and serve as a check-in area for the volunteers before working with the community.
Mr. Pasco advised the expansion will require the addition of four modular units and the relocation
of some of the existing units on the south end of the park. To gain input from the adjacent
neighborhood, City staff worked with Higher Ground to coordinate a community meeting which
occurred on October 2, 2018, in which area residents expressed support for the expansion. He
also advised that in August 2019, the Parks and Recreation Commission voted unanimously to
support the project. Additionally, he advised that Higher Ground has obtained permission from
the Anaheim Elementary School District to allow parking in the adjacent Lincoln Elementary
School parking lot. If approved, Higher Ground will work with City Departments to obtain the
necessary permits for the additional modular units to be placed at the park.
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DISCUSSION: In response to Council Member Barnes' inquiry, Mr. Pasco advised that the trailer
housing the STEM program would be an actual lab. She expressed her support for the item.
Council Member Faessel expressed his support for Higher Ground and thanked them for their
work in the community.
Mayor Pro Tem Kring expressed her support for Higher Ground and thanked them for their work
in the community.
Joe Baldo, Executive Director for Higher Ground, thanked the City for its support.
MOTION: Council Member Barnes moved to approve the Second Amendment to License
Agreement with Higher Ground Youth and Family Services, Inc. to place additional portable units
at Lincoln Park and authorize the Director of Community Services, or designee, to execute and
administer the amendment, seconded by Council Member Faessel. ROLL CALL VOTE: AYES —
7 (Mayor Sidhu and Council Members Kring, Barnes, Brandman, Moreno, Faessel, and O'Neil).
NOES — 0. Motion carried.
D154.1 21. RESOLUTION NO. 2019-107 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF ANAHEIM adopting a Memorandum of Understanding establishing terms and
conditions of employment for employees in classifications represented by the Anaheim
Municipal Employees Association, General Employees (effective January 5, 2018 through
June 23, 2022).
D154.2 22. RESOLUTION NO. 2019-108 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF ANAHEIM adopting a Memorandum of Understanding establishing terms and
conditions of employment for employees in classifications represented by the Anaheim
Municipal Employees Association, Clerical Employees (effective January 5, 2018 through
June 23, 2022).
DISCUSSION: Council Member Moreno expressed his gratitude to Human Resources Director
Linda Andal and Employee Relations Manager Angel Ho for their diligent work on Item Nos. 21
and 22. He further requested a report on what it would take to transition employees from part-
time positions to full-time positions.
MOTION: Council Member Moreno moved to approve RESOLUTION NO. 2019-107 A
RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ANAHEIM adopting a Memorandum
of Understanding establishing terms and conditions of employment for employees in
classifications represented by the Anaheim Municipal Employees Association, General
Employees; and RESOLUTION NO. 2019-108 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF ANAHEIM adopting a Memorandum of Understanding establishing terms and
conditions of employment for employees in classifications represented by the Anaheim Municipal
Employees Association, Clerical Employees, seconded by Council Member Faessel. ROLL
CALL VOTE: AYES — 7 (Mayor Sidhu and Council Members Kring, Barnes, Brandman, Moreno,
Faessel, and O'Neil). NOES — 0. Motion carried.
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D114 31. Approve minutes of the Council meeting of January 15, 2019.
DISCUSSION: Council Member Moreno noted the minutes are of the meeting when the City
Council approved the extension for Angels Baseball. In response to inquiries he has received
from the public, Council Member Moreno clarified that the minutes take time to complete due to
the process of transcribing and reviewing the minutes to accurately reflect the actions of the City
Council. He further stated that the minutes are presented to Council for approval to confirm the
accuracy of the decisions and statements of the City Council.
Council Member Moreno clarified that minutes of January 15, 2019 reflect that all Council
Members understood that they were voting for an opt-out extension and were consciously voting
to reinstate the original lease for the remainder of the original dates, which was ten years for the
next opt-out in 2029 through the end of the lease in 2038. Council Member Moreno referred to
his inquiry to the City Council at the last Council meeting whether they knew what was being
voted upon on January 15, 2019. Council Member Moreno stated that a the last meeting City
Council reviewed the Angels deal and he was surprised to know that the vote was not about the
extension of the lease itself for fourteen months but rather the opt-out rights and reinstatement of
the old lease.
Mayor Sidhu confirmed to the City Council meeting minutes' accuracy. City Clerk Theresa Bass
advised the minutes are reviewed for accuracy, utilizing the audio recording of the meeting, and
presented to the City Council.
Council Member Moreno stated Consent Calendar Item No. 27 from the January 15, 2019 City
Council meeting which was agendized as "Approve and authorize the City Manager to execute a
Second Amendment to Amended and Restated Lease Agreement by and between the City of
Anaheim and Angels Baseball LP to extend the termination date by fourteen months and
determine the action to be exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act pursuant to
CEQA Guidelines Sections 15060, 15061 and 15301". Council Member Moreno inquired if any of
the Council Members understood the item as an extension of the termination date.
Council Member Barnes stated Item No. 27 stated to extend the termination date by fourteen
months. She stated that she understood terminate to mean the lease was to expire with a close
out date, which would kick in termination fees. She further stated that there may have been items
overlooked.
Council Member O'Neil called for a point of order and believed the item as agendized is approval
of the minutes of January 15, 2019, and not to clarify understandings of what was presented on
that date. City Attorney Robert Fabela agreed the discussion should be limited to the
completeness and accuracy of the minutes.
Council Member Moreno confirmed he was asking the Council to confirm if the minutes were
captured accurately.
Council Member Moreno inquired if following statement by Council Member Faessel was
accurate: "Council Member Faessel stated his desire to see the name restored but felt this was
not the right time". Council Member Faessel verified the accuracy of his statements in the
minutes.
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Council Member Moreno inquired if the following statement by Executive Director, Convention,
Sports and Entertainment Department Tom Morton was accurate: "Mr. Morton clarified the
termination letter ended the contract in October of 2019 and the current proposal was an
amendment to rescind the opt-out letter and move forward through 2020". In response to Council
Member Moreno's inquiry, Mr. Morton confirmed that the statement was correct and it referred to
moving forward the termination right.
In response to Council Member Moreno's inquiry regarding the following statement from the
January 15 minutes, "He [Mr. Morton] reported that by limiting the extension to only fourteen
months, it gives an end date for discussions so that if a new arrangement has not been reached
in the near future, the City can start to plan for the utilization and development of the City asset
without a major league baseball team. Finally, the proposed extension allows for at least two
more seasons of major league baseball in Anaheim." Mr. Morton confirmed he was speaking
about the extension of the opt-out right.
Council Member Moreno noted that five Council Members understood the action on January 15,
2019 as extending the opt-out rights and reinstating the original lease which extended the opt-out
to 2029, as well as the lease up to 2038, which is the original lease with the original conditions
for another twenty years.
MOTION: Council Member Moreno moved to approve the minutes of the Council meeting of
January 15, 2019, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Kring. ROLL CALL VOTE: AYES — 7 (Mayor
Sidhu and Council Members Kring, Barnes, Brandman, Moreno, Faessel, and O'Neil). NOES —
0. Motion carried.
D106 32. Approve a General Fund appropriation increase of up to $1,000,000 for one-time capital
improvements to the former Northgate Market site located at 718-744 N. Anaheim Blvd.
to fund tenant improvements necessary for the establishment of a youth learning center.
Deputy City Manager Greg Garcia advised the item is to approve a General Fund appropriation
increase of up to $1,000,000 for one-time capital improvements to the former Northgate Market
site located at 718-744 N. Anaheim Blvd. to fund tenant improvements necessary for the
establishment of a youth learning center.
Mr. Garcia reported that on September 10, 2019, Council Member Moreno requested that an
item be brought back for Council consideration that would provide funding for improvements to
the former Northgate Market location. He advised that in September of 2017, the City purchased
the property with Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funds to establish a community
learning center. Since then, the City has been working to activate the space with the help of
non-profit partners and stakeholders.
Deputy Director of Community and Economic Development Grace Stepter provide a brief recap
of the project and noted that after nearly 40 years, the original Northgate Market located on
Anaheim Boulevard closed its doors as the Gonzalez family expanded their operations. She
advised that on September 2017, the City negotiated a purchase of the property from the
Gonzalez family at fair market value to transform the facility into a community learning center.
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Ms. Stepter advised the property is located at 718 N. Anaheim Boulevard, is located in a low-
income neighborhood with a high concentration of youth, which provided an opportunity to use
CDBG funds to establish a community center. She provided photos of the site and noted that
tenant improvements may be needed.
Ms. Stepter advised that City staff have been exploring several potential uses for the space with
the emphasis on creating a community engagement center focusing on disadvantaged youth.
Additionally, she advised that staff and key stakeholders determined that the site could be used
as a supportive and positive environment to promote innovative thinking, entrepreneurial ideas,
and development of practical skills for youth that lead to future employment. She also noted
interest in using the property to introduce culinary arts to youth.
Ms. Stepter advised that some of the very early partnership consideration include the Small
Business Development Center (SBDC) which would concentrate on youth-focused small
business classes and a partnership with Cal State Fullerton. She reported that another
partnership consideration would be with Youth Interactive, based in Santa Barbara, which is an
entrepreneurial arts academy that employs and empowers young adults by helping establish
real-life youth-led businesses that help empower youth to become more positive, passionate,
and economically self-sufficient.
DISCUSSION: Mayor Sidhu expressed his support for the item and felt it was a great opportunity
for the youth of Anaheim and supported the vision of the Gonzalez family.
Council Member Moreno advised that the Anaheim Youth Assessment of 2012 showed that
Anaheim was short of community facilities in the City for youth between 13 and 19 years old and
expressed his support of the item.
Council Member Faessel expressed his support for the item.
MOTION: Council Member Moreno moved to approve a General Fund appropriation increase of
up to $1,000,000 for one-time capital improvements to the former Northgate Market site located
at 718-744 N. Anaheim Blvd. to fund tenant improvements necessary for the establishment of a
youth learning center, seconded by Mayor Pro Tern Kring. ROLL CALL VOTE: AYES — 7 (Mayor
Sidhu and Council Members Kring, Barnes, Brandman, Moreno, Faessel, and O'Neil). NOES —
0. Motion carried.
D106 33. Approve a General Fund appropriation increase of $125,000 for the creation of the
Anaheim Public Art Plan to promote visual arts in Anaheim and amend the Community
Services Department fiscal year 2019/2020 budget appropriation by $125,000.
Director of Community Services Larry Pasco reported that at the September 10, 2019 City
Council meeting, Council Member Moreno requested that staff bring to Council for consideration
an appropriation request to provide funding to conduct the process to establish the Anaheim
Public Art Plan. In November 2018, City Council approved the Public Art Program ordinance for
the purpose of promoting visual arts in Anaheim and expanding opportunities for the community
to experience public art in public places throughout the city. This ordinance establishes that each
new park project or community center will include a public art installation, establishes a Public Art
Trust Fund, and creation of the Anaheim Public Art Plan. The Anaheim Public Art Plan's
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purposes is to establish guidelines and standards for the installation, preservation, restoration,
and enhancement of the City's public art collection.
Mr. Pasco advised that if funding were to be appropriated for a plan, staff would prepare a
Request for Proposal to find a qualified consultant to prepare the plan, estimated to take about
nine to twelve months to complete. The final plan and guidelines will be presented to Council for
final approval.
DISCUSSION: Mayor Sidhu expressed his support for the item.
Council Member Moreno provided a recap of community discussion regarding public arts and
expressed his excitement in seeing public arts being introduced as a law in Anaheim. He felt an
important part of the plan is to inventory the public art that is already being displayed in Anaheim.
Council Member Faessel expressed his support for the item.
In response to Council Member O'Neil's inquiry, Mr. Pasco advised the item was reviewed by the
Cultural and Heritage Commission. He advised the Commission weighed in with support.
In response to Council Member O'Neil's inquiry, Mr. Pasco advised that the consultant would
assist in determining the funding that would be needed to maintain a public art program.
Mayor Pro Tern Kring encouraged the public to look at the benches on Center Street as an
example of public art.
Council Member Moreno clarified that the Cultural and Heritage Commission encouraged City
Council to establish a public art ordinance. He advised that Visit Anaheim was very active on the
committee and advised that the resort industry would be thrilled to work with the City on
leveraging public art.
MOTION: Council Member Moreno moved to approve a General Fund appropriation increase of
$125,000 for the creation of the Anaheim Public Art Plan to promote visual arts in Anaheim and
amend the Community Services Department fiscal year 2019/2020 budget appropriation by
$125,000, seconded by Council Member Faessel. ROLL CALL VOTE: AYES — 7 (Mayor Sidhu
and Council Members Kring, Barnes, Brandman, Moreno, Faessel, and O'Neil). NOES — 0.
Motion carried.
B105 34. ORDINANCE NO. 6470 (INTRODUCTION) AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ANAHEIM adding Section 1.04.392 providing for a Board
M142 and Commission member orientation and amending Section 1.04.396 of Chapter 1.04 of
Title 1 of the Anaheim Municipal Code relating to the removal of Board and Commission
members due to excessive absences from meetings.
ORDINANCE NO. 6471 (INTRODUCTION) AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ANAHEIM amending Section 1.04.970 of Chapter 1.04 of
Title 1 of the Anaheim Municipal Code changing the Anaheim Youth Commission to
Anaheim Youth Advisory Committee, and amending the structure and term, including the
allowance of a "Committee of the Whole" in the absence of a quorum.
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City Clerk Theresa Bass reported the item is to consider two ordinances related to making some
amendments and revisions to the Municipal Code as it relates to the Boards and Commissions
attendance policy, orientation, and changes to the Youth Commission. She advised that at the
February 19, 2019 Council meeting, an ad hoc subcommittee was created with Mayor Pro Tem
Kring and Council Members Brandman and Moreno. The purpose of the subcommittee was to
review all city boards and commissions, specifically the Youth Commission, to improve the
functionality and effectiveness of the commissions. Subsequently at the July 16, 2019 Council
meeting, the recommendations of the subcommittee were presented and staff was directed to
return with amendments to the boards and commission attendance policy, the composition of the
Youth Commission, including changing the commission to a less formal advisory body, and the
facilitation of an orientation for city board and commission members.
Ms. Bass reported that the first ordinance would amend the current attendance policy to provide
for the following: 1 ) If a member is absent from three (3) meetings within any six (6) month
period, the nominating Mayor or Council Member will be notified by the City Clerk. The member
may be asked to resign or may be removed, at the discretion of the nominating Mayor or Council
Member; and 2) If a member is absent from two (2) additional meetings within six (6) months
immediately succeeding the first three (3) absences, the City Clerk shall schedule consideration
of possible removal of the member as an agenda item at the next regular meeting of the Council.
The proposed ordinance would also amend the Municipal Code to provide for an orientation for
city board and commission members to provide members with information on their respective
roles and incorporating the ethics and Brown Act training required by Council Policy 1.11.
Ms. Bass further reported that the second proposed ordinance would reduce the total
membership of the Youth Commission from 21 members to 14. She advised the age bracket
was reduced from 14 - 26 to the appointment of individuals between the ages of 14 — 21. She
further advised the term of office would increase from a one- to a two-year term, provided that
the member's term will automatically expire on his or her twenty-second birthday.
She advised the Mayor and each City Council member will directly nominate two (2) members to
the Youth Commission. Additionally, once nominated, individuals shall be selected for
appointment by a majority vote of the City Council. She advised the term of office was also
increased from one- to a two-year term and would reduce the age bracket from 14 - 26 to the
appointment of individuals between the ages of 14 - 21. At the request of the City Council to
make the commission an advisory board, the proposed ordinance changes the Youth
Commission to a Youth Advisory Committee. Appointments to the Youth Advisory Committee
continue to be by Council. As a result, the committee will remain a Brown Act body and be
required to hold its meetings in the manner and form required by law. In efforts to address the
commission's historic lack of a quorum, the proposed ordinance allows for a "committee of the
whole". If at any regularly scheduled meeting a quorum is not present, the members present may
constitute themselves a "committee of the whole" for purposes of conducting the meeting and
discussing the items on the agenda. The minutes of said meeting will become part of the record
of the committee and reflect the input of those members present. If introduced, the ordinances
will return for Council adoption at the October 22 Council meeting.
DISCUSSION. In response to Council Member Barnes inquiry, Ms. Bass clarified that Anaheim
Youth Commission versus Anaheim Youth Advisory Committee simply renames the title and
calls itself as a committee as a whole. She clarified the Advisory Committee would be able to
discuss and give input on items without a quorum but would need to meet a quorum to make any
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formal action. Council Member Barnes stated she would prefer to keep the title as a Youth
Commission.
Mayor Pro Tern Kring advised that out of nine meetings, the Youth Commission only achieved
quorum twice. She felt that reducing it to an advisory committee allows for discussion for a
committee as a whole.
Council Member Barnes encouraged City Council members to be more supportive of the Youth
Commission. In response to Council Member Barnes' inquiry, Director of Community Services
Larry Pasco felt that staff has done a great job at giving the Youth Commission support but the
issue has been attendance and noted the feedback provided from the Youth Commission was
that there were conflicts with other commitments and homework which impacted attendance.
In response to Council Member O'Neil's inquiry, City Attorney Robert Fabela advised that adding
the language of a "committee as a whole" does not preclude the group from being called a
commission. Council Member O'Neil supported the item as proposed and does not support any
amendments to the item.
Council Member Moreno supported the amended motion. He supported the addition of the
language of the "committee as a whole" and would like to see this added to every commission.
MOTION: Mayor Pro Tern Kring motioned to move to introduce the ordinances as presented,
seconded by Council Member O'Neil.
SUBSIDIARY MOTION: Council Member Barnes moved to amend the second ordinance to
retain the name of the commission as "Anaheim Youth Commission", seconded by Council
Member Brandman. ROLL CALL VOTE: AYES — 5 (Mayor Sidhu and Council Members Barnes,
Brandman, Moreno, and Faessel); NOES — 1 (Council Member O'Neil); ABSTENTION — 1
(Mayor Pro Tem Kring). Motion carried.
MOTION: Mayor Pro Tem Kring moved to introduce ORDINANCE NO. 6470 (INTRODUCTION)
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ANAHEIM adding Section
1.04.392 providing for a Board and Commission member orientation and amending Section
1.04.396 of Chapter 1.04 of Title 1 of the Anaheim Municipal Code relating to the removal of
Board and Commission members due to excessive absences from meetings, seconded by
Council Member Faessel. ROLL CALL VOTE: AYES — 7 (Mayor Sidhu and Council Members
Kring, Barnes, Brandman, Moreno, Faessel, and O'Neil). NOES — 0. Motion carried. Ordinance
introduced.
MOTION: Council Member Barnes moved to ORDINANCE NO. 6471 (INTRODUCTION)
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ANAHEIM amending Section
1.04.970 of Chapter 1.04 of Title 1 of the Anaheim Municipal Code changing the Anaheim Youth
Commission to Anaheim Youth Advisory Committee, and amending the structure and term,
including the allowance of a "Committee of the Whole" in the absence of a quorum, as amended
to retain the name of the commission as "Anaheim Youth Commission", seconded by Council
Member Brandman. ROLL CALL VOTE: AYES — 6 (Mayor Sidhu and Council Members Barnes,
Brandman, Moreno, Faessel, and O'Neil); NOES — 0; ABSTENTION — 1 (Mayor Pro Tern Kring).
Motion carried. Ordinance introduced, as amended.
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B105 35. Consider an appointment to the Sister City Commission to fill a scheduled vacancy with
term ending June 30, 2022 (continued from Council meeting of September 10, 2019, Item
No. 19).
SISTER CITY COMMISSION
Scheduled vacancies with eligible incumbents:
Appointment: Steven Kleine (term ending June 30, 2021)
(vacancy of Brigitte Rodgers)
Council Member Barnes nominated Steven Kleine. ROLL CALL VOTE: AYES — 7 (Mayor Sidhu
and Council Members Kring, Barnes, Brandman, Moreno, Faessel, and O'Neil). NOES — 0.
Nomination approved.
REPORT ON CLOSED SESSION ACTIONS: City Attorney Robert Fabela announced
Closed Session Item No. 07 was not heard.
PUBLIC COMMENTS (non-agenda items): None
COUNCIL COMMUNICATION:
Council Member Barnes requested a workshop to look at TOT trends over the last few years to
fully understand the out of town guest trend. She reported attending the re-opening of Danbrook
Elementary School, which was recently upgraded to 21st Century technology and underwent
improvements. She also reported attending the Senior Health Resource Fitness Fair at the
Downtown Anaheim Community Center, the "Youth on Move", and a tour of the proposed
Veterans Cemetery along with Councilmembers Faessel and O'Neil, which was hosted by
Assemblyman Steven Choi. She further reported that District 1 has permit parking and thanked
all those involved in that process and requested City Manager connect with the Anaheim Union
High School District to make necessary repairs to school fields. Council Member Barnes
announced the Anaheim Part-time hiring event on September 25 at the Anaheim Convention
Center from 3:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. in Room 201 and the Council on Aging in Southern California
from 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. at the Downtown Community Center on October 3. She recognized
Dukku Lee, Public Utilities, for their continued resources and rebate offers for the Senior
Community. She further announced the Holiday Boutique to be held on November 1st and 2nd
from 9:00 am. - 3:00 p.m. hosted by the Anaheim Seniors Citizens Club and a Sewing Class
open to all residents that are held every Friday from 9:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. at the Downtown
Anaheim Community Center.
Council Member O'Neil requested an agenda item on October 22, to be considered concurrently
with Council Member Brandman's mobile home rent subsidy agenda item, to consider a broader
program with a variety of funding sources for rental assistance for senior citizens (concurred by
Mayor Sidhu and Mayor Pro Tem Kring). He shared a photo of an approximate 200-pound
pumpkin he grew in his garden which was given to White House Restaurant owner Bruno Serato
who used it to make over 40 pumpkin pies for the children of the Boys and Girls Club. He
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thanked Bruno Serato and John Machiaverna for their service to the community and the Boys
and Girls Club.
In response to public comment, Mayor Pro Tem Kring shared she is not a Facebook user. She
recognized and thanked two Anaheim Police officers, Alex Ungureanu and Lorenzo Uribe, for
their service to the community and for helping an elderly man mow his lawn. She reported
attending Anaheim's Frist Town hall meeting for District 4 and thanked the residents for attending
and supporting their community, she also thanked Anaheim First, Place Works and Arelleo
Associates for hosting the meeting. She announced that October 4th is the Feast of Saint
Francis of Assisi and a Blessing of the Animals will be held at St. Columbian Church in Garden
Grove at 8:00 a.m. and from 5:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. at La Palma Dog Park. Mayor Pro Tern Kring
further announced that on October 9th at 7:00 p.m. the Anaheim Neighborhood Services District
4 community meeting will be held at Ball Junior High School and reported hosting, along with the
Anaheim Police Department, a meet and greet with the delegation from Austria's Office for
Protection of Constitution and Counterterrorism. She concluded by expressing concerns with
what transpired at the last Council meeting.
Council Member Faessel requested the meeting adjourn in memory of Dan Holden and Julia
Reyes. He encouraged attendance to the Annual Blue Mass at St. Anthony Claret Church
recognizing the contribution of Public Safety on Sunday at 11:00 a.m. He reported his
attendance at a meeting, with the invitation of Bill Taormina, at the Bell Salvation Army regarding
their homeless outreach plan for the next five years. He further reported attending the first
STEAM co-op held at the Central Library and the District 5 Town Hall meeting. He thanked Parks
and Recreation, Code Enforcement, and Police department for their attendance and the City
Manager for listening to residents' requests for a dedicated Senior Center. He highlighted the
Phoenix Club 59th Anniversary of Oktoberfest held on Sunday and the Pathways of Hope Annual
Fundraiser held in Fullerton.
Council Member Brandman reported that on September 20th he participated in the Climate
Strike day of Action in front of City Hall and recognized Dukku Lee, Public Utilities, as the first
city in the County, in 2015, to pass a Green House Reduction Plan in collaboration with the
Anaheim Union High School District students. He reported his attendance at the ribbon-cutting of
Danbrook Elementary School and Buena Terra Elementary School on September 13 and the
Magnolia School District meeting on September 12. He announced National Preparedness
Month and its importance to have a kit ready with additional information at www.ready.gov
Council Member Moreno requested a public presentation of the appraisal of the stadium on
October 22 or 29, concurred by Council Member Barnes (request failed for lack of the second
concurrence). He also requested consideration of a 30-day public review period following the
public presentation of the negotiated Angels deal, concurred by Council Member Barnes (request
failed for lack of second concurrence). He wished good luck to all college students commencing
the new school year. He reported attending District 3 meeting; he asked the City Manager to
make the supplemental budget list accessible to the public and encouraged staff to post on the
website. He thanked Honest Anaheim for working with residents on pushing greater
transparency with Angel's negotiation. He further thanked the staff at Anaheim High School for a
successful Back to School night. He reported on meetings with staff and thanked John
Woodhead, Grace Stepter and David Belmer for brainstorming on ways to improve neighborhood
empty lots and congratulated the Public Works Department for the flood control clean up. He
announced the Public Utilities' pop-up event on Park Vista from 4:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. to alert
residents of different programs, highlighted the Neighborhood Services meeting that was held on
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September 20 and reminded everyone of the Mariachi Festival to be held Saturday. He also
requested the meeting adjourn in memory of Enrique Bonilla Ramos.
Mayor Sidhu highlighted the Free Health Fair/Citizenship assistance event, reported attending
the Anaheim First District 4 meeting and wished every one of the Jewish faith a Happy Rosh
Hashanah.
ADJOURNMENT: At 9:52 P.M., Mayor Sidhu adjourned the September 24, 2019 meeting in
memory of in memory of Dan Holden, Julia Reyes, and Enrique Bonilla Ramos.t1•j bmitted,
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Theresa :•:ss, CMC
City Clerk