01/14/2020 ANAHEIM CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR AND REGULAR ADJOURNED MEETING
OF JANUARY 14, 2020
The closed session portion of the January 14, 2020 regular meeting was canceled due to the removal
of Closed Session Item Nos. 01 and 02 by staff and adjourned to 5:00 P.M.
4:30 P.M. - CLOSED SESSION
Housing Authority:
1. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL—ANTICIPATED LITIGATION
Significant exposure to litigation pursuant to paragraph (2) of subdivision (d) of
California Government Code Section 54956.9: One potential case
City Council:
2. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL—ANTICIPATED LITIGATION
Significant exposure to litigation pursuant to paragraph (2) of subdivision (d) of
California Government Code Section 54956.9: One potential case
The regular adjourned meeting of January 14, 2020 was called to order at 5:00 P.M. in the chamber
of Anaheim City Hall, located at 200 S. Anaheim Boulevard. The meeting notice, agenda, and related
materials were duly posted on January 9, 2020.
PRESENT: Mayor Harry Sidhu and Council Members Stephen Faessel, Denise Barnes,
Jordan Brandman, Jose F. Moreno, Lucille Kring, and Trevor O'Neil.
STAFF PRESENT: City Manager Chris Zapata, City Attorney Robert Fabela, and City Clerk
Theresa Bass
INVOCATION: Cecil Jordan Corkern, Outreach Homeless Ministries
FLAG SALUTE: Council Member Jordan Brandman
PRESENTATIONS: Recognizing the 2019 Anaheim Beautiful Holiday Lights Contest Winners
Sandra Sagert, President, Anaheim Beautiful, thanked all volunteers for their participation. She
recognized the following winners:
Miss Anaheim Beautiful's Choice Vintage
Mayo & Joshua Letuligasenoa Gail & Eric Anderson
LED Lights WOW Factor
Jim Linderman Bruce Townsend
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Multi-Residential District 2, Council Member Jordan Brandman
The Schlict Family Luanne van Hunnik
Business/Commercial District 3, Council Member Jose Moreno
STC Gardenwalk Torn Wilson
Historic Lights District 4, Council Member Lucille Kring
Gary & Noren Spielman Teresa Huerta
Citywide Honorable Mention District 5, Mayor Pro Tern Stephen Faessel
Kameron Calbria Ron & Monica Boisvert
District 1, Council Member Denise Barnes District 6, Council Member Trevor O'Neil
Mike Christianson Aimee & Bill Piazza
At 5:10 P.M., Mayor Sidhu called to order the Successor Agency to the Anaheim Redevelopment
Agency and Anaheim Housing and Public Improvements Authority (in joint session with the City
Council).
ADDITIONS/DELETIONS TO THE AGENDAS:
City Clerk Theresa Bass announced staff requested to withdraw Item Nos. 11 and 13 from the
agenda. With no objection by Council, Item Nos. 11 and 13 were withdrawn.
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, provided a report regarding the state of
Anaheim after the 2012 riots and expressed his concern regarding alleged issues at the Disneyland
Corporation.
William Fitzgerald, Home Owners Maintaining Our Environment, expressed concern regarding the
removal of the closed session items on the agenda. He expressed concern regarding Items Nos. 10
and 23 and believed the City Council was looking out for its own self-interests.
Francis Halaka apologized to Mayor Sidhu for making personal comments regarding his character.
He expressed concern regarding the removal of the closed session items on the agenda and
suggested City Council identify the case number on the agenda; concern regarding the increasing
number of homeless in Anaheim; concern regarding new housing developments and construction
standards, and lastly, expressed concern regarding parking code enforcement.
In response to Mayor Sidhu's request, City Attorney Robert Fabela clarified the City posts the
case number of items currently in litigation and both of the items in today's Closed Session
agenda are currently not in litigation. He also advised one item was pulled due to a key
member's availability, and the other was pulled per the request of the department.
R. Joshua Collins, Homeless Advocates for Christ, expressed concern regarding the recent deaths
involving the Anaheim Police Department. He expressed concern regarding the homeless crisis, lack
of affordable housing, and the increasing opioid crisis in Anaheim.
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Ernesto Medrano, Council Representative, Los Angeles/Orange County Building and Construction
Trades Council, expressed his support for Item No. 23 and encouraged City Council to extend the
development agreement for 1700 Harbor Boulevard to maintain local hiring.
Josef Holper, Director of Communications for Assemblywoman Sharon Quirk-Silva, invited members
of the City Council and the Anaheim residents to a Community Coffee Event at Glee Donuts &
Burgers at 3024 W. Ball Road, Suite A on Saturday, January 25, 9:00 A.M. and 10:30 A.M. for
thoughts on community and legislative matters.
LuisAndres Perez, UA Local 582, expressed his support for Item No. 23 and encouraged City Council
to approve the agreement to allow community workforce agreement projects to begin
Cathy Dutton, Anaheim First, thanked City Council for their efforts regarding Angels Baseball
negotiations and their involvement in Anaheim First.
Raymond Chavira Hirota Alvarez expressed his support for Item No. 06, was thankful for the Boys
Scouts programs, gave tribute to leadership, and shared his experience in volunteering with FRVC.
Mazatl Tecpatl Tepehyolotzin expressed his support for Item No. 06 and thanked Mayor Pro Tern
Faessel and Council Member Moreno for their support.
Diana Chilin expressed her support for Item No. 06 and spoke in favor of recognizing Indigenous Day
as an opportunity to recognize, celebrate, and honor natives' people.
Roxanne Klatt, Southwest Regional Council of Carpenters, expressed her support for Item No. 23
and shared that apprenticeship programs are offered to young adults and veterans
Manuel Ojeda III expressed his support for Item No. 23 and shared how his family has benefited from
working for a union and have helped to build the Convention Center and Disneyland. He also shared
how unions have trained professionals and given kids a sense of direction in life.
Doug Mangione, International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers (IBEW), expressed his support for
Item No. 23, as he believed this hotel project would enhance the resort zone and shared union
members are getting good wages and benefits.
John Baca, Assistant Business Manager, IBEW, expressed his support for Item No. 21 and thanked
City staff for supporting the agreement.
Yolanda Mendiveles expressed her support for Item No. 06 and encouraged City Council to pass the
item.
Debra V. Becerra expressed her support for Item No. 06 as she was grateful and proud to be in
support and in business in the City.
Mailena Serrano expressed her support for Item No. 06, thanked City Council for their work, and
encouraged them to consider indigenous people.
Michelle Castillo expressed her support for Item No. 06 and shared how indigenous people helped
build the City.
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David Klawe expressed his support for Item Nos. 18 as he helped build the last two KaBOOM!
projects. He also supported Item No. 22 he believed this was key to expanding facilities to meet
needs and he reminded West Anaheim residents of upcoming events and town hall meetings.
Adelia Sandoval expressed her support for Item No. 06 and spoke on behalf of a tribal council. She
also shared her excitement for the consideration of Indigenous Peoples' Day.
David Duran expressed concern regarding the homeless crisis, remembered those who have passed
while living on the streets, and encouraged City Council to reprioritize their focus on Anaheim's
homeless.
Rida Hamida expressed her support for Item No. 06, thanked City Council for considering Indigenous
Peoples' Day, and read a letter that was directed to Council.
Lupe Donaghey expressed her support for Item No. 06 and encouraged Council to vote in favor of
making Anaheim the first City claiming Indigenous Peoples' Day.
Mark Richard Daniels, Vice-Chair, Cultural and Heritage Commission, expressed his support for Item
No. 06, as he believed indigenous people have not been recognized and he found this proposition
important for the City.
Kenneth Batiste expressed concern regarding the homeless crisis and encouraged City Council to
reprioritize their focus on Anaheim's homeless. He expressed his support for Item No. 06 and
encouraged City Council to pass the item.
Adele Cisneros expressed her support for Item No. 06 and encouraged City Council to pass the item.
Mike Robbins listed the homeless who died in Anaheim this year and asked Council to help stop
deaths. He expressed his support for Item No. 22 and encouraged City Council to pass the item.
Jeanine Robbins expressed her support for Items No. 22, as she believed the lack of affordable, low-
income housing and extreme rent increases for mobile home residents contributed to homelessness.
She also supported Indigenous Peoples' Day
Juay Roybal-Kastl expressed her support for Item No. 06 by speaking in favor of Indigenous Peoples'
Day and the ability to carry-on traditions and religious practices.
Jacelynn Moreno expressed her support for Item No. 06 as she would like to see indigenous people
being acknowledged, honored, and for her kids to know they count.
Dr. Patricia Adelekan expressed her support for Item No. 06. She spoke about Martin Luther King Jr.
Day and believed in Indigenous Peoples' Day.
Frank Manny Moreno expressed concern regarding the homeless crisis and encouraged City Council
to work to resolve the issue.
Sylvia Varela expressed her support for Item No. 06, encouraged City Council to accept and
recognize Indigenous Peoples' Day, and believed sharing history with kids was important.
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Carol Latham, Community Outreach Coordinator at Muzeo Museum and Cultural Center, invited City
Council and Anaheim residents to the following events at the Muzeo: January 15, Crime Prevention
with the Anaheim Police Department; January 18, Calligraphy Workshop; January 25, Open Book
Series with Steven Maitland- Lewis, Steven Deeble, and moderated by John Brantingham; closing
January 26, Muzeo Express; now through April 22 Society for Calligraphy Exhibit; January 11,
Historical Society of Second Baptist Church; and February 1, 40th annual Orange County Black
History Parade & Cultural Faire and Exhibit. She expressed her support for Item No. 06 and
encouraged City Council to pass the item.
Nick Yagar, Vice-Chairman, Senior Citizen Commission, spoke regarding the Senior Safety Net
program and encouraged City Council to pass the item when it is agendized.
Bob Gardner, Anaheim Outdoor Science Education Foundation, provided a brief history of the
program and thanked City Council for their on-going support.
Cheryl Moi, Rancho La Paz Mobile Home Park resident, expressed her concern with the Senior
Safety Net program and City Council's lack of assistance for Rancho La Paz residents.
MJ Cooke, Director, Anaheim's Innovative Mentoring Experience (AIME), thanked City Council for
their on-going support. She noted over 7,500 student experiences have occurred since the program's
inception and read letters of support from local business owners.
Thomas Ngyuen, an AIME participant, thanked City Council for their support of the program and
provided a brief history of his experience with AIME.
Kim Chips, Corporate Citizenship Program Manager, Disneyland Resort, thanked City Council for
their support of the AIME program and provided a brief history of their experience with the program.
Paul Hyek expressed concern regarding busing requirements for local homeless shelters and
encouraged City Council to open more homeless shelters and churches.
Colin Womer, Project Coordinator, Drug-Free Anaheim, reported in 2019 the program was able to
assist 142 participants with over 555 participants entering the program overall. He encouraged City
Council to support the program.
Annemarie Randle-Trejo, President, Board of Trustees, Anaheim-Union High School District,
expressed her opposition to the Angel Stadium negotiation and cited a lack of transparency.
Gloria Ma'ae, Anaheim First, invited residents to Round II District Town Hall meetings. She advised a
District 1 meeting would take place on January 15 at Brookhurst Community Center and a District 2
meeting would take place on January 16 at Dad Miller Golf Course. She thanked Mayor Sidhu for his
support for Anaheim First.
Jodie Mosley, Anaheim First, thanked Mayor Sidhu and City Council for their support for Anaheim
and presented examples of the program's success.
Natalie Meeks, Anaheim First, thanked Mayor Sidhu and City Council for the economic policies and
for committing $250,000,000 to neighborhoods.
Bryan Kaye expressed concern regarding events concerning the Anaheim Police Department.
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Jay Burress, President and CEO, Visit Anaheim, welcomed the world's largest music trade show,
NAMM, to the area. He thanked the NAMM organization for its day of service and thanked City
Council for its support.
Thomas Fielder, Housing as a Human Right Orange County, expressed his concern regarding the
homeless crisis in Anaheim and noted Anaheim's lack of affordable housing.
Alejandra Reyes expressed her support for Item No. 06 and encouraged City Council to pass the
item.
Steve Brio commended the work of City Council, specifically Council Member O'Neil's work regarding
fire prevention initiatives on behalf of District 6. He also expressed his support for Fire Chief Russell
and his department's efforts.
Jim Cook, Parks and Recreation Commission, District 6, thanked Council Member O'Neil for his
service. He reported on the commission's work on keeping the parks available to residents for their
intended purpose.
Ross McCune, Chairman, Anaheim Chamber of Commerce, thanked City Council for their work over
the past year under the leadership of Mayor Sidhu and cited examples.
CITY MANAGER'S UPDATE:
City Manager Chris Zapata provided an update on efforts related to homelessness, advised the ad
hoc committee had met twice regarding expanding efforts for temporary beds, a pre-bid conference
had been held, two proposals were received and reviewed and would be presented to the ad hoc
committee after which the committee's recommendation would come before Council. Additionally, he
reported the City was successful in obtaining approximately $8.5 million in new state funding to
address homelessness and staff continued to look at permitting and zoning processes to assist
building the Center of Hope and additional permanent supportive housing.
Census 2020 Outreach and Planning Update
Deputy City Manager Greg Garcia provided a brief overview of Anaheim's activities with the
2020 Census. He reported staff began strategizing earlier this year and in June, assembled
the Complete Count Committee which consists of 30-plus members of the Anaheim
Community. He reported meetings were held on June 26, October 8, and December 11,
2019, with the next meeting being held on February 18, 2020.
Mr. Garcia reported outreach activities have begun with the establishment of a website
Anaheim.net/Census, a cover story in Anaheim Magazine, and a social media campaign. He
reported the Census Outreach Team would have a presence at several events in Anaheim
along with a wide variety of marketing materials to highlight the 2020 Census.
Mr. Garcia reported this year the Census will be focusing on the hard-to-count areas which
were identified in the 2010 Census. He discussed strategies to provide information to 16
neighborhoods identified as hard-to-count areas which include setting up Questionnaire
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Assistance Centers in trusted locations such as libraries, churches, and schools within those
neighborhoods.
Mr. Garcia provided a timeline overview and reported Census notice letters will be distributed
March 16 through March 24, Census notice postcards March 26 through April 3, Census Day
April 1st, and followed by hard copies of questionnaires mailed to residents.
In response to Mayor Sidhu's inquiry, Mr. Garcia reported the U.S. Census Bureau will mail
the hard copy questionnaire to households. He further clarified the questionnaire can be filled
out either online or through hard copy questionnaires and while the U.S. Government
conducts the Census, the City of Anaheim simply assists. He also clarified the citizenship
question has been removed from the questionnaire. Mayor Sidhu expressed his support for
the Census and encouraged residents to participate.
Council Member Barnes expressed concern with reaching senior residents, those who live in
halfway homes, families who live in hotels, and the fact there may be a language barrier. Mr.
Garcia noted the Census Outreach Team has been working hard to ensure those populations
are reached.
In response to Council Member Kring's inquiry, Mr. Garcia reported the U.S. Census Bureau
has safeguards in place to ensure there are no duplicate entries.
In response to Council Member Brandman's inquiry, Mr. Garcia clarified the school districts
were invited to participate in the Census Outreach Team. He noted one idea, in particular,
was to create a curriculum based on the Census which can be passed onto the schools to
provide an easy and fun way to provide information. He also reported many schools in
Anaheim will serve as Questionnaire Assistance Centers.
Convention, Sports, and Entertainment Executive Director Tom Morton announced the world's largest
music trade show, NAMM, would be in Anaheim this Thursday through Sunday with over 115,000
attendees. In addition, Disneyland was opening its Rise of the Resistance ride on Thursday. City
Manager Zapata reported staff met with a representative from Garden Grove to address ways to
mitigate traffic and transportation issues related to these events. In response to Council Member
O'Neil, Mr. Morton reported the total direct, indirect, and induced economic impact of NAMM was
approximately $178 million with over$5 million in Transient Occupancy Tax (TOT).
At 7:54 P.M., Mayor Sidhu recessed the Anaheim City Council to address the Successor Agency to
the Redevelopment Agency agenda.
At 7:59 P.M., Mayor Sidhu reconvened the City Council in joint session with the Anaheim Housing
and Public Improvements Authority.
CITY COUNCIL AND HOUSING AND PUBLIC IMPROVEMENTS AUTHORITY
END OF CONSENT CALENDAR:
B137.1 4. Consider two resolutions of the Housing and Public Improvements Authority (AHPIA) and two
resolutions of the City Council, separately, authorizing the issuance (AHPIA) and approving
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the issuance (City Council) of Revenue Bonds, Series 2020-A (Water System Project) and
Revenue Bonds, Series 2020-B (Water System Refunding) (Taxable) in the aggregate
principal amount not to exceed $85,000,000, and Revenue Bonds, Series 2020-A (Electric
Utility Distribution System Improvements), Revenue Refunding Bonds, Series 2020-B (Electric
Utility Distribution System Refunding) (Taxable) and Revenue Refunding Bonds, Series 2020-
C (Electric Utility Distribution System Refunding), and related items, in the aggregate principal
amount not to exceed $250,000,000.
Housing and Public Improvements Authority Action:
4-A. 1) RESOLUTION NO. AHPIA-2020-001 A RESOLUTION OF THE BOARD
OF DIRECTORS OF THE ANAHEIM HOUSING AND PUBLIC IMPROVEMENTS
AUTHORITY (I) authorizing the issuance of not to exceed $85,000,000 aggregate
principal amount of Revenue Bonds, Series 2020-A (Water System Project) and
Revenue Bonds, Series 2020-B (Water System Refunding) (Taxable) of said Authority;
(II) approving the forms and authorizing the execution of an Indenture of Trust, an
Installment Purchase Agreement, a Purchase Contract and other related documents;
(III) approving the execution and delivery of an Official Statement; and (IV) approving
certain actions in connection therewith.
2) RESOLUTION NO. AHPIA-2020-002 A RESOLUTION OF THE BOARD
OF DIRECTORS OF THE ANAHEIM HOUSING AND PUBLIC IMPROVEMENTS
AUTHORITY (I) authorizing the issuance of not to exceed $250,000,000 aggregate
principal amount of Revenue Bonds, Series 2020-A (Electric Utility Distribution System
Improvements), Revenue Refunding Bonds, Series 2020-B (Electric Utility Distribution
System Refunding) (Taxable) and Revenue Refunding Bonds, Series 2020-C (Electric
Utility Distribution System Refunding) of said Authority; (II) approving the forms and
authorizing the execution of an Indenture of Trust, an Installment Purchase
Agreement, Purchase Contracts and other related documents; (Ill) approving the
execution and delivery of an Official Statement; and (IV) approving certain actions in
connection therewith.
City Council Action:
4-B. 1) RESOLUTION NO. 2020-001 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ANAHEIM (I) approving the issuance of not to exceed
$85,000,000 aggregate principal amount of Revenue Bonds, Series 2020-A (Water
System Project) and Revenue Bonds, Series 2020-B (Water System Refunding)
(Taxable) of the Anaheim Housing and Public Improvements Authority; (II) approving
the forms and authorizing the execution of an Installment Purchase Agreement, an
Indenture of Trust, an Escrow Agreement, a Continuing Disclosure Agreement, a
Purchase Contract and other related documents; (III) approving the delivery of an
Official Statement; and (IV) approving certain actions in connection therewith.
2) RESOLUTION NO. 2020-002 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ANAHEIM (I) approving the issuance of not to exceed
$250,000,000 aggregate principal amount of Revenue Bonds, Series 2020-A (Electric
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Utility Distribution System Improvements), Revenue Refunding Bonds, Series 2020-B
(Electric Utility Distribution System Refunding) (Taxable) and Revenue Refunding
Bonds, Series 2020-C (Electric Utility Distribution System Refunding) of the Anaheim
Housing and Public Improvements Authority; (II)approving the forms and authorizing
the execution of an Installment Purchase Agreement, an Indenture of Trust, Escrow
Agreements, a Continuing Disclosure Agreement, Purchase Contracts and other
related documents; (Ill) approving the delivery of an Official Statement; and (IV)
approving certain actions in connection therewith.
Public Utilities General Manager Dukku Lee presented the item and reported Anaheim Public Utilities
(APU) has an opportunity to take advantage of low-interest rates while continuing to invest in the
City's water and electric infrastructure.
Assistant General Manager, Finance and Administration, Brian Beelner reported there is currently
approximately $1.4 billion invested in water and electric infrastructure in Anaheim of which 60% has
been funded through tax-exempt municipal bonds. He reported bonds issued by APU do not impact
the General Fund and all debt issued by APU is secured by its revenue. He explained bonds are
used to fund such capital projects because the large-scale infrastructure tends to last at least 30
years. He further explained to collect the full cost of the asset from its customers would mean today's
customers would bear the full financial burden of the asset to the benefit of future customers.
Mr. Beelner reported credit rating agencies have affirmed Anaheim's credit rating based on the City's
use and access to bonds. He advised these very high, investment-grade ratings ensure that APU
may issue debt for water and electric infrastructure needs at the lowest interest rates available. He
advised the proposal is to continue to take advantage of the ultra-low interest rates. He reported the
drop in interest rates will result in a $550,000 per year savings to the City.
Mr. Beelner reported the historically low-interest rates will allow APU to follow through with its
ongoing bond strategy to refinance its older and more expensive debt, to reduce future interest
payments by shortening the term of the existing debt by 5-7 years, to invest in new infrastructure, and
to improve reliability.
Mr. Beelner reported APU will achieve this goal by refinancing one electric debt bond and one
existing water debt bond, both issued in 2016, with the current aggregate outstanding balance of
those bonds being $158,000,000. He noted refinancing those bonds will result in saving $67,000,000
in future interest payments. He clarified a key item to the refinancing proposal is to shorten the term
of the electric bond by approximately seven years and the water bond by five years, which will take
advantage of the yield curve. He advised APU proposes to refinance a $50,000,000 variable rate
bond, issued in 2015, into a fixed rate bond to eliminate any interest rate risk. Lastly, he reported
APU is proposing the issuance of$115,000,000 in new electric and water bonds to replace aging
infrastructure such as water mains, wells, substations, system upgrades to maintain reliability, and
further updates to the grid.
Mr. Beelner explained by taking advantage of the current market environment, APU can refinance its
existing debt, save its customers $67,000,000, and allow APU to responsibly borrow for its current
needs. Lastly, he noted running a public water and electric utility which is focused on the needs of
the community takes continued investment and reinvestment using all tools at its disposal, such as
securing low-interest municipal tax-exempt debt to keep customer rates affordable while also
maintaining some of the highest levels of reliability in the region.
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MOTION: Authority Member Brandman moved to approve Housing and Public Improvements Item
No. 04-A(1), seconded by Authority Member Faessel.
DISCUSSION: In response to Council Member Moreno's inquiry, Mr. Lee explained by saving
$67,000,000 in future interest payments, it helps to offset any type of rate impacts. He did note there
will always be a nominal rate increase over time due to costs of construction and materials year over
year. Mr. Beelner clarified he does not foresee an increase in electrical rates but water rates may
increase by $1 per month, on the high end, due to the bond issuance. Mr. Lee clarified there are
approximately 750 miles of water pipeline in Anaheim with three miles being replaced per year. Mr.
Lee would like to see the replacement reach seven and a half miles per year with this proposal.
In response to City Manager Chris Zapata's request, Mr. Lee clarified cost increases can rise due to
the heavy regulation of the utilities and increases to the customer are used to cover the cost of
compliance and mitigation efforts. He also noted the City will need to invest in a water treatment
facility in the future. Council Member Moreno recommended providing residents a comparison tool
that allows them to see how APU rates against its competitors. Mr. Lee reported rate calculators were
available online and staff was available to assist individual customers with questions as well.
Council Member Faessel thanked the team for their diligence on this proposal and expressed his
support for the item.
Housing and Public Improvements Authority Action:
MOTION: Authority Member Brandman moved to approve RESOLUTION NO. AHPIA-2020-001 A
RESOLUTION OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF THE ANAHEIM HOUSING AND PUBLIC
IMPROVEMENTS AUTHORITY(I) authorizing the issuance of not to exceed $85,000,000 aggregate
principal amount of Revenue Bonds, Series 2020-A (Water System Project) and Revenue Bonds,
Series 2020-B (Water System Refunding) (Taxable) of said Authority; (II) approving the forms and
authorizing the execution of an Indenture of Trust, an Installment Purchase Agreement, a Purchase
Contract and other related documents; (Ill) approving the execution and delivery of an Official
Statement; and (IV) approving certain actions in connection therewith, seconded by Authority Member
Faessel. ROLL CALL VOTE: AYES — 7 (Chairman Sidhu and Authority Members Faessel, Barnes,
Brandman, Moreno, Kring, and O'Neil). Motion carried.
MOTION: Authority Member Faessel moved to approve RESOLUTION NO. AHPIA-2020-002 A
RESOLUTION OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF THE ANAHEIM HOUSING AND PUBLIC
IMPROVEMENTS AUTHORITY(I) authorizing the issuance of not to exceed $250,000,000
aggregate principal amount of Revenue Bonds, Series 2020-A (Electric Utility Distribution System
Improvements), Revenue Refunding Bonds, Series 2020-B (Electric Utility Distribution System
Refunding) (Taxable) and Revenue Refunding Bonds, Series 2020-C (Electric Utility Distribution
System Refunding) of said Authority; (II) approving the forms and authorizing the execution of an
Indenture of Trust, an Installment Purchase Agreement, Purchase Contracts and other related
documents; (III) approving the execution and delivery of an Official Statement; and (IV) approving
certain actions in connection therewith, seconded by Authority Member Kring. ROLL CALL VOTE:
AYES — 7 (Chairman Sidhu and Authority Members Faessel, Barnes, Brandman, Moreno, Kring, and
O'Neil). Motion carried.
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City Council Action:
MOTION: Council Member Kring moved to approve RESOLUTION NO. 2020-001 A RESOLUTION
OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ANAHEIM (I) approving the issuance of not to exceed
$85,000,000 aggregate principal amount of Revenue Bonds, Series 2020-A (Water System Project)
and Revenue Bonds, Series 2020-B (Water System Refunding) (Taxable) of the Anaheim Housing
and Public Improvements Authority; (II) approving the forms and authorizing the execution of an
Installment Purchase Agreement, an Indenture of Trust, an Escrow Agreement, a Continuing
Disclosure Agreement, a Purchase Contract and other related documents; (III) approving the delivery
of an Official Statement; and (IV) approving certain actions in connection therewith, seconded by
Mayor Pro Tem Faessel. ROLL CALL VOTE: AYES — 7 (Chairman Sidhu and Authority Members
Faessel, Barnes, Brandman, Moreno, Kring, and O'Neil). Motion carried.
MOTION: Council Member O'Neil moved to approve RESOLUTION NO. 2020-002 A RESOLUTION
OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ANAHEIM (I) approving the issuance of not to exceed
$250,000,000 aggregate principal amount of Revenue Bonds, Series 2020-A (Electric Utility
Distribution System Improvements), Revenue Refunding Bonds, Series 2020-B (Electric Utility
Distribution System Refunding) (Taxable) and Revenue Refunding Bonds, Series 2020-C (Electric
Utility Distribution System Refunding) of the Anaheim Housing and Public Improvements Authority;
(II) approving the forms and authorizing the execution of an Installment Purchase Agreement, an
Indenture of Trust, Escrow Agreements, a Continuing Disclosure Agreement, Purchase Contracts and
other related documents; (Ill) approving the delivery of an Official Statement; and (IV) approving
certain actions in connection therewith, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Faessel. ROLL CALL VOTE:
AYES — 7 (Chairman Sidhu and Authority Members Faessel, Barnes, Brandman, Moreno, Kring, and
O'Neil). Motion carried.
At 8:18 P.M., Mayor Sidhu adjourned the Anaheim Housing and Public Improvements Authority.
CONSENT CALENDAR: At 8:18 P.M., the consent calendar was considered with Mayor Sidhu
pulling Item No. 06 and Council Member Moreno pulling Item Nos. 17 and 23 for separate discussion
and consideration.
MOTION: Council Member Brandman moved 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 Kring. ROLL
CALL VOTE: AYES — 7 (Mayor Sidhu and Council Members Faessel, Barnes, Brandman, Moreno,
Kring, and O'Neil). NOES — 0. Motion carried.
B105 5. Receive and file minutes of the Sister City Commission meeting of September 23, 2019.
D116 7. Approve a proclamation recognizing the Cypress College Foundation's Americana Awards
2019 Person of the Year, Bill Taormina.
8. Accept the bids of Adamson Police Products and All State Police Equipment, in the respective
D180 amounts of$8,428.40 and $15,282.80 plus applicable tax and a 20% contingency, for the
purchase of rifles and associated parts 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 #9380.
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D180 9. Accept the bid from Terradyne Armored Vehicles Inc., in the amount of$693,300 plus
applicable tax, for the purchase of two medical evacuation tactical response vehicles and
authorize the Purchasing Agent to execute the Purchase Order in accordance with Bid #9340.
10. Accept the bid from Lu's Lighthouse, Inc., in the amount of$28,978.67 plus applicable tax and
D180 a 20% contingency, for the purchase of automotive lighting parts 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 #9379.
D180 11. Accept the bid from Kleenway Services, Inc., in the amount of$1,345,655 plus a 20%
contingency, for custodial services for a one year period with up to six one-year optional
renewals and authorize the Purchasing Agent to exercise the renewal options in accordance
with Bid #9345.
Item No. 11 withdrawn by staff. No action taken.
D180 12. Waive the sealed bid requirement of Council Policy 4.0 and authorize the Purchasing Agent to
issue a master agreement to Grainger, Inc., in an amount not to exceed $160,000, for
maintenance supplies, parts, equipment, and materials to be used by the Public Works
Department and the Anaheim Convention Center for a one year period with option to renew in
accordance with the terms of OMNIA Partners, Public Sector Cooperative Contract 192163,
which was issued by the city of Tucson and competitively solicited.
13. Waive the sealed bid requirement of Council Policy 4.0 and authorize the Purchasing Agent to
D180 issue a purchase order to Enterprise Fleet Management, in the amount of$43,823.77, to
purchase ten vehicles for which leases have recently expired and authorize the Purchasing
Agent to execute the necessary paperwork.
Item No. 13 withdrawn by staff. No action taken.
14. Ratify the purchase order to Musco Sports Lighting, LLC, in the amount of$108,157.75, for
D180 the purchase of thirteen light controllers, including a ten year subscription to the Musco online
system, for the Community Services Department.
AGR-11874; 15. Approve four License Agreements with the County of Orange Registrar of Voters for the
AGR 11875; installation, operation, and maintenance of an Official Ballot Drop Box for a five year term at
AGR-11877;
AGR-11877 Sage ( Place),Park 1313 W. Lido Ponderosa Park FamilyResource Center(320 E.
Orangewood Ave.), Chaparral Park (1770 W. Broadway Ave.), and Euclid Branch Library
(1340 S. Euclid St.).
AGR- 16. Approve the Third Amendment to Professional Services Agreement with Interwest Consulting
8804.3 Group, Inc., increasing the maximum compensation from $1,800,000 to $2,350,000, for as
needed plan check, permit processing and inspection consulting services; and authorize the
Planning & Building Director to execute the amendment and other related documents as
necessary.
AGR- 18. RESOLUTION NO. 2020-003 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY
11879 OF ANAHEIM authorizing the Director of Community Services or his designee ("Director")to
accept all grants from KaBOOM! on behalf of the City of Anaheim for the installation and
maintenance of playground equipment at Cottonwood Park, authorizing the Director to
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execute all required grant documents and authorizing the acceptance of such grant(s) on
behalf of the City and amending the budget accordingly.
Approve the Community Partner Playground Contract with KaBOOM! and Anaheim Family
YMCA and authorize the Director of Community Service, or designee, to execute the contract
and act as the agent of the city on all matters concerning this grant program and accept future
stipends and funds received from KaBOOM! for maintenance of the playground equipment at
Cottonwood Park (843 West Cottonwood Circle).
D124 19. RESOLUTION NO. 2020-004 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF ANAHEIM authorizing the Executive Director of the Convention Sports and Entertainment
Department to execute short-term license agreements on behalf of the City (standard
agreement to accommodate truck marshaling, truck staging, and trailer storage for events
taking place at the Anaheim Convention Center on an as-needed basis in the amount of no
more than $1,000 per day rental fee).
R100 20. RESOLUTION NO. 2020-005 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF ANAHEIM authorizing the destruction of certain city records more than two years old
(Public Works).
21. RESOLUTION NO. 2020-006 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY
D154.5 OF ANAHEIM adopting a Memorandum of Understanding establishing terms and conditions of
employment for employees in classifications represented by the International Brotherhood of
Electrical Workers, Professional Management and Part-Time Management Units (effective
January 24, 2020 through January 19, 2023).
22. ORDINANCE NO. 6475 (ADOPTION)AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF ANAHEIM
C280 amending Chapter 18.38 (Supplemental Use Regulations) of Title 18 (Zoning) of the Anaheim
Municipal Code relating to emergency shelters, and transitional and supportive housing, and
finding and determining that this ordinance is exempt from the requirements to prepare
additional environmental documentation per California Environmental Quality Act(CEQA)
Guidelines, Sections 15269(c) and 15060(c)(2) (Zoning Code Amendment No. 2019-00162)
(DEV2019- 00061) (Introduced at City Council meeting of December 17, 2019, Item No. 33).
M142 24. ORDINANCE NO. 6477 (INTRODUCTION)AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL
OF THE CITY OF ANAHEIM repealing Chapter 15.03 and adding new Chapter 15.03 to Title
15 of the Anaheim Municipal Code pertaining to the California Building Standards Codes.
ORDINANCE NO. 6478 (INTRODUCTION) AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL
OF THE CITY OF ANAHEIM repealing existing Chapter 16.08 and adding new Chapter 16.08
to Title 16 of the Anaheim Municipal Code pertaining to the California Fire Code.
Determine the proposed ordinances are exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act
(CEQA) under Section 15061(b)(3) of the State CEQA Guidelines because it can be seen with
certainty that there is no possibility that adoption of the ordinances may have a significant
change on the environment.
Authorize the City Clerk to schedule a public hearing on the ordinances for February 4, 2020
and to publish notice of the public hearing pursuant to Section 50022.3 of the California
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Government Code (adoption of 2019 edition of the California Building Standards Codes and
the 2019 California Fire Code).
D114 25. Approve minutes of City Council meetings of April 16, 2019, April 30, 2019, May 7, 2019, and
May 14, 2019.
END OF CONSENT CALENDAR
D116 6. Approve the list of recurring annual recognitions for calendar year 2020 (continued from City
Council meeting of December 17, 2019, Item No. 06).
Deputy City Manager Greg Garcia reported the item would approve the list of recurring annual
recognitions. He advised City Council amended City Council Policy 1.10 regarding recognitions and
city proclamations in order to once again establish a list of recurring annual recognitions containing
organizations or events which are historically honored by the City of Anaheim. He explained the
Council Policy further requires a list of recurring recognitions to be presented to City Council and
adopted each December. He noted the list makes it easier for the City Council to adopt en bloc a list
of proclamations to be given out throughout the year; however, it does not prohibit members of the
City Council from adding and asking for one-off proclamations on any topic as long as it fits within the
policy.
DISCUSSION: In response to Mayor Sidhu's inquiry, Mr. Garcia explained the response to the
recognitions vary with recipients choosing to receive the proclamation at City Council or having it
mailed to them. Mr. Garcia noted that there were instructions on the website on how to request a
proclamation and update contact information.
MOTION: Mayor Sidhu moved to approve the list of recurring annual recognitions for calendar year
2020, as amended to include Indigenous Peoples' Day on the second Monday in October, seconded
by Mayor Pro Tern Faessel.
DISCUSSION: Council Member Barnes stated she did not see her request for February 17th to be
recognized as Random Acts of Kindness Day in addition to Make Kindness Contagious Month.
Mayor Sidhu agreed to a friendly amendment to his motion to include Council Member Barnes'
request.
Council Member O'Neil thanked the public for supporting Indigenous Peoples' Day but clarified the
recommendation from the Cultural and Heritage Commission was to approve Indigenous Peoples'
Day as an alternative to Columbus Day, and was not a truly unanimous recommendation of the
Commission as only four members were present when the item was voted upon. He cited several
public comments from the previous City Council meeting, clarified that Anaheim does not recognize
Columbus Day, supported recognizing the contributions of indigenous people to Anaheim, suggested
the recognition of Native American Heritage Month may be more appropriate, and stated he does not
want the City to rewrite history.
Mayor Pro Tem Faessel expressed his support for the item.
Council Member Kring expressed concern about rewriting history but did support the item,
acknowledging the passion of the residents and speakers.
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Council Member Moreno suggested, if approved, staff begin to think of Indigenous Peoples' Day in
the context of the City's Public Art Ordinance.
MOTION: Mayor Sidhu moved to approve the list of recurring annual recognitions for calendar year
2020, as amended to include Indigenous Peoples' Day on the second Monday in October and
February 17 as Random Acts of Kindness Day, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Faessel. ROLL CALL
VOTE: AYES—6 (Mayor Sidhu and Council Members Faessel, Barnes, Brandman, Moreno, and
Kring); NOES — 1 (Council Member O'Neil). Motion carried.
Mayor Sidhu requested interested parties leave their information with staff so they can be contacted
for the recognition in the future.
AGR- 17. Approve the Final Map and Subdivision Agreement with Bonanni Development/JB
11878 Construction V, LLC for Tract No. 18152, located at 3534-3538 West Savanna Street, to
establish an attached 19 single-family residential unit condominium development.
DISCUSSION: In response to Council Member Moreno's inquiry, Public Works Director Rudy Emami
confirmed the item was approved by the Planning Commission in October 2018, including a Tentative
Tract Map. He clarified the project is required to submit a Final Tract Map and to execute a
Subdivision Agreement with the City which guarantees the developer will complete all public
improvements to the property and requires the developer to provide a security bond for the cost of the
improvements. Council Member Moreno questioned if any amendments had been made to the
property land use, to which Mr. Emami explained the Planning Commission approved a General Plan
Amendment, a Reclassification, and a Conditional Use Permit for the project. Mr. Emami further
clarified the project included 24 units/acre on a .78 acre site located on West Savanna Street west of
Knott Avenue.
MOTION: Council Member Kring moved to approve the Final Map and Subdivision Agreement with
Bonanni Development/JB Construction V, LLC for Tract No. 18152, located at 3534-3538 West
Savanna Street, to establish an attached 19 single-family residential unit condominium development,
seconded by Mayor Pro Tern Faessel. ROLL CALL VOTE: AYES — 7 (Mayor Sidhu and Council
Members Faessel, Barnes, Brandman, Moreno, Kring, and O'Neil). NOES — 0. Motion carried.
23. ORDINANCE NO. 6476 (ADOPTION)AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
AGR- THE CITY OF ANAHEIM approving Amendment No. 1 to that certain Development
10188.1.1 Agreement No. 2016-00001 by and between the City of Anaheim and Good Hope
International, a California Corporation, and authorizing the Mayor to execute said agreement
for and on behalf of the City (DEV2015-00120) (1700 South Harbor Boulevard) (Introduced at
City Council meeting of December 17, 2019, Public Hearing Item No. 39).
DISCUSSION: Council Member Moreno compared the item being considered tonight with the item
from last meeting regarding time extensions for development, which he supported the development
for its potential, and the extension of a $180,000,000 tax subsidy to the developer. Planning and
Building Director Ted White stated there were three items for Council consideration at the last
meeting: an extension of the Development Agreement, an extension of the Operating Covenant
Agreement, and a determination that the developer was in conformance with the annual review of the
Development Agreement.
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Council Member Moreno reported he met with the developer, and while he supporting building the
hotel, he did not support a tax subsidy so was unable to support the entire item. Council Member
Moreno believed that with the current, better economic market, an extension of the economic
assistance was not necessary and preferred the money be available to assist City streets, parks, and
families.
MOTION: Mayor Pro Tem Faessel move to approve Item No. 23 as presented, seconded by Council
Member Kring.
DISCUSSION: Council Member Kring stated voters supported the hotels in 2018, explained the City
needed the 4-diamond hotel rooms to better serve business travelers and visitors to the City, and the
hotel will benefit Anaheim overall. She also clarified the Hotel Incentive Policy included a rebate of
transient occupancy tax (TOT), not a subsidy.
Mr. White clarified the item was bifurcated and the action for this item is only for the Development
Agreement, not for the Operating Covenant Agreement. City Attorney Robert Fabela clarified there
were two agreements on the agenda for December 17, 2019; one was the Operating Covenant
Agreement, which did not require an ordinance, and the other was the Development Agreement,
which requires an ordinance and a second reading which is why it is on today's agenda.
Council Member O'Neil agreed the agreement is for a rebate and not a subsidy. In response to
Council Member O'Neil's inquiry regarding economic projections of TOT revenues after rebating the
developer's portion, Mr. White advised he did not have the numbers currently available but agreed
the revenues do show the total return to the City would be an improvement over what is currently in
place today.
Council Member Moreno stated it is not a rebate and is a tax because it is not going back to the party
paying the tax (visitor) but is going to the tax collector(hotel developer). He also noted the Radisson
Blu is not asking for a subsidy and is also a 4-star hotel.
MOTION: Mayor Pro Tem Faessel moved to approve ORDINANCE NO. 6476 (ADOPTION) AN
ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ANAHEIM approving Amendment No. 1 to
that certain Development Agreement No. 2016-00001 by and between the City of Anaheim and Good
Hope International, a California Corporation, and authorizing the Mayor to execute said agreement for
and on behalf of the City (DEV2015-00120) (1700 South Harbor Boulevard), seconded by Council
Member Kring. ROLL CALL VOTE: AYES — 6 (Mayor Sidhu and Council Members Faessel, Barnes,
Brandman, Kring, and O'Neil); NOES — 1 (Council Member Moreno). Motion carried; ordinance
adopted.
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B105 26. District 5 appointment of an unscheduled vacancy on the Senior Citizen Commission for a
term, ending December 31, 2020.
Senior Citizen Commission:
District 5 Appointment: Janet Brown (December 31, 2020)
(unscheduled vacancy of Harold K. Ramey)
NOMINATION: Mayor Pro Tem Faessel nominated Janet Brown. ROLL CALL VOTE: AYES -7
(Mayor Sidhu and Council Members Faessel, Barnes, Brandman, Moreno, Kring, and O'Neil); NOES
— 0. Motion carried; appointment approved.
B105 27. Consider appointments to the Youth Commission to serve a term, ending August 31, 2021.
Youth Commission (14 appointments):
District 1 appointments:
(two (2) appointments) Allan Chu
Anh Vuonq
NOMINATION: Council Member Barnes nominated Allan Chu and Anh Vuong. ROLL CALL VOTE:
AYES -7 (Mayor Sidhu and Council Members Faessel, Barnes, Brandman, Moreno, Kring, and
O'Neil); NOES — 0. Motion carried; appointments approved.
District 2 appointments:
(two (2) appointments) Jack Fennell
Zina Gorashi
NOMINATION: Council Member Brandman nominated Jack Fennell and Zina Gorashi. ROLL CALL
VOTE: AYES -7 (Mayor Sidhu and Council Members Faessel, Barnes, Brandman, Moreno, Kring,
and O'Neil); NOES — 0. Motion carried; appointments approved.
District 3 appointments:
(two (2) appointments) Daniel Kuan
Melissa Retana
NOMINATION: Council Member Moreno nominated Daniel Kuan and Melissa Retana. ROLL CALL
VOTE: AYES -7 (Mayor Sidhu and Council Members Faessel, Barnes, Brandman, Moreno, Kring,
and O'Neil); NOES —0. Motion carried; appointments approved.
District 4 appointments:
(two (2) appointments) Sofia Roman
Appointment continued.
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NOMINATION: Council Member Kring appointed Sofia Roman. ROLL CALL VOTE: AYES -7 (Mayor
Sidhu and Council Members Faessel, Barnes, Brandman, Moreno, Kring, and O'Neil); NOES —0.
Motion carried; appointment approved.
Council Member Kring continued her second appointment to a future meeting.
District 5 appointments:
(two (2) appointments) Joel Saldivar
Appointment continued.
NOMINATION: Mayor Pro Tem Faessel appointed Joel Saldivar. ROLL CALL VOTE: AYES -7
(Mayor Sidhu and Council Members Faessel, Barnes, Brandman, Moreno, Kring, and O'Neil); NOES
— 0. Motion carried; appointments approved.
Mayor Pro Tern Faessel continued his second appointment to a future meeting.
District 6 appointments:
(two (2) appointments)
District 6 appointments continued to a future meeting.
Mayoral appointments:
(two (2) appointments)
Mayoral appointments continued to a future meeting.
B105 28. Review the list of regional agency appointments and appoint or reappoint representatives to
serve on the following regional agencies:
MOTION: Mayor Sidhu moved to reappoint all incumbents to regional agency appointments,
seconded by Council Member Barnes. ROLL CALL VOTE: AYES —6 (Mayor Sidhu and Council
Members Faessel, Barnes, Brandman, Kring, and O'Neil); NOES — 1 (Council Member Moreno).
Motion carried; incumbents reappointed.
Anaheim Union High School District Foundation:
(RE)APPOINTMENT: Harry Sidhu (1 year term, ending Dec. 31, 2020)
(currently held by Harry Sidhu)
(RE)APPOINTMENT: Stephen Faessel (1 year term, ending Dec. 31, 2020)
(currently held by Stephen Faessel)
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Fire Training Joint Powers Authority:
(RE)APPOINTMENT: Stephen Faessel
(currently held by Stephen Faessel)
ALTERNATE: Jordan Brandman
(currently held by Jordan Brandman)
Four Corners Transportation Coalition:
(RE)APPOINTMENT: Trevor O'Neil (3 year term, ending Dec. 31, 2021)
(currently held by Trevor O'Neil)
Orange County-City Hazardous (HAZMAT) Emergency Response Authority:
(RE)APPOINTMENT: Denise Barnes
(currently held by Denise Barnes)
Metropolitan Water District (MWD):
(RE)APPOINTMENT: Stephen Faessel
(currently held by Stephen Faessel)
Orange County Sanitation District (OCSD):
(RE)APPOINTMENT: Lucille Kring
(currently held by Lucille Kring)
ALTERNATE: Denise Barnes
(currently held by Denise Barnes)
Orange County Water District, District 9:
(RE)APPOINTMENT: Jordan Brandman (4 year term, ending Dec. 4, 2020)
(currently held by Jordan Brandman)
Santa Ana River Flood Protection Agency (SARFPA):
(RE)APPOINTMENT: Stephen Faessel
(currently held by Stephen Faessel)
ALTERNATE: Rudy Emami
(currently held by Rudy Emami, staff)
Southern California Association of Governments (and OCCOG):
(RE)APPOINTMENT: Trevor O'Neil (2 year term, ending May 2021)
(currently held by Trevor O'Neil)
ALTERNATE: Lucille Kring
(currently held by Lucille Kring)
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Transportation Corridor Agency, Foothill Eastern Area (TCA):
(RE)APPOINTMENT: Lucille Krinq
(currently held by Lucille Kring)
ALTERNATE: Stephen Faessel
(currently held by Stephen Faessel)
PUBLIC HEARING:
P110 29. This is a public hearing to consider the proposed vacation/abandonment of a portion of West
Cerritos Avenue directly west of Anaheim Boulevard (Abandonment No. ABA 2019-00384)
AGR- and consider a Purchase and Sale agreement with Anaheim Business Campus, LLC for the
11890 sale of excess right of way from the City.
RESOLUTION NO. 2020-007 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF ANAHEIM vacating excess street right of way for a portion of West Cerritos Avenue
directly west of Anaheim Boulevard (Abandonment No. ABA 2019-00384).
Approve the Purchase and Sale Agreement with Anaheim Business Campus, LLC, in the
amount of$1,084,000, for sale of excess right of way from the City of Anaheim, authorize and
direct the Public Works Director, or designee, to execute the Agreement and other documents
including escrow documents, authorize the Mayor to sign the Quitclaim Deed, and authorize
the City Clerk to deliver the Resolution and Quitclaim Deed to escrow for recordation in the
Orange County Recorder's Office.
Public Works Director Rudy Emami reported the item involves the proposed abandonment of excess
street right-of-way. He reported on December 3, 2019, the City Council approved, by separate
Resolutions, a General Plan Amendment, a Conditional Use Permit, a Tentative Tract Map, and a
Variance, and by Motion introduced Reclassification No. 2018-00315, which shall be referred to
herein collectively as the "Proposed Project".
Mr. Emami reported the abandonment has been requested by the owner who intends on conveying
its property to the applicant of the Proposed Project in order to clear title to construct a one-lot, 292-
unit, attached condominium residential subdivision. He noted, if vacated, the City would reserve a
public utility easement over the entirety of the portion of Cerritos Avenue to be vacated. He reported
at a later date, all public utility facilities lying within the portion of Cerritos Avenue shall be removed, at
such time and by a separate Resolution, the public utility easement reserved can be considered for
summary vacation.
Mr. Emami reported an appraisal of the portion of Cerritos Avenue was conducted by Sharon A.
Hennessey, MAI, a duly authorized appraiser retained by the City and a fair market value of
$1,084,000.00 was determined. He advised staff recommends approval of the item.
Mayor Sidhu opened the public hearing.
William Fitzgerald, Home Owners Maintaining Our Environment, expressed concern the land was
being sold at a reduced price when adjacent properties were selling for significantly more money. He
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felt this sale was for the direct benefit of the City Council and made statements unrelated to the public
hearing directed towards Council Member Kring and an alleged relationship with the Disney
Corporation.
Mayor Sidhu asked Mr. Fitzgerald to watch his language and when he did not comply, Mayor
Sidhu asked him conclude his comments.
Council Member Kring responded to Mr. Fitzgerald's comments and behavior.
Mayor Sidhu closed the public hearing.
MOTION: Council Member Kring moved to approve RESOLUTION NO. 2020-007 A
RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ANAHEIM vacating excess street right of
way for a portion of West Cerritos Avenue directly west of Anaheim Boulevard (Abandonment No.
ABA 2019-00384) and approve the Purchase and Sale Agreement with Anaheim Business Campus,
LLC, in the amount of$1,084,000, for sale of excess right of way from the City of Anaheim, authorize
and direct the Public Works Director, or designee, to execute the Agreement and other documents
including escrow documents, authorize the Mayor to sign the Quitclaim Deed, and authorize the City
Clerk to deliver the Resolution and Quitclaim Deed to escrow for recordation in the Orange County
Recorder's Office, seconded by Mayor Pro Tern Faessel. ROLL CALL VOTE: AYES — 7 (Mayor
Sidhu and Council Members Faessel, Barnes, Brandman, Moreno, Kring, and O'Neil); NOES —0.
Motion carried.
At 9:07 P.M., Council Member O'Neil recused himself from Public Hearing Item No. 30 due to a
conflict of interest due to his public comments at the Planning Commission meeting and position
regarding the project and left the dais.
C330 30. ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT REPORT NO. 2018-00351
C410 GENERAL PLAN AMENDMENT NO. 2017-00515
C280 RECLASSIFICATION NO. 2017-00309
C220 CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 2017-05931
MISCELLANEOUS CASE NO. 2017-00654
VESTING TENTATIVE TRACT MAP NO. 18104
SPECIMEN TREE REMOVAL PERMIT NO. 2018-00006
(DEV2017-00039)
OWNER/APPLICANT: Robert H. Kim, 6509 Serrano L.P., 4040 MacArthur Boulevard, Suite
300, Newport Beach, CA 92660
PROJECT LOCATION: This 3.03-acre property is located at 6501 through 6513 Serrano
Avenue, generally the northeast corner of Serrano Avenue and Nohl Ranch Road.
REQUEST: Approval of the following land use entitlements: (i) amend the General Plan land
use designation from Neighborhood Center Commercial to Low-Medium Density Residential;
(ii) a Zoning Reclassification from the C-G (General Commercial) to the RM-3 (Multiple-Family
Residential) zone; (iii) a conditional use permit to permit the construction of 58 attached, two
and three story, single-family residential units with modified development standards; (iv) a
Density Bonus and Tier II density bonus incentives to permit affordable units for moderate
income occupants; (v) a vesting tentative tract map to establish a 1-lot, 58-unit condominium
subdivision; and (vi) a specimen tree removal permit to remove Pepper trees in the Scenic
Corridor(SC) Overlay Zone.
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ENVIRONMENTAL DETERMINATION: The City Council will consider whether to certify
Environmental Impact Report No. 2018-00351 (SCH# 2018121031) and adoption of a
Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Program, and Findings of Fact.
ACTION TAKEN BY THE PLANNING COMMISSION: Denial of the request for a continuance
of the item as requested by the applicant at the public hearing. VOTE: 4-3 (Commissioners
Meeks, Mulleady, Vadodaria, and White voted yes to deny a continuance. Chairperson
Lieberman and Commissioners Armstrong and Keys voted no). Continuance denied. Denial
of the proposed project (PC2019-045). VOTE: 7-0 (Chairperson Lieberman and
Commissioners Armstrong, Keys, Meeks, Mulleady, Vadodaria, and White voted yes). Project
denied. (Planning Commission meeting of October 28, 2019) (Appealed by 6509 Serrano, LP,
represented by Bob Kim) (Continued from City Council meeting of December 17, 2019, Public
Hearing Item No. 37).
RESOLUTION NO. A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF ANAHEIM denying General Plan Amendment No. 2017-00515 and making certain findings
in connection therewith (DEV2017-00039) (6501-6513 Serrano Avenue).
OR
RESOLUTION NO. A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF ANAHEIM to certify final Environmental Impact Report No. 2018-00351 and adopt
findings and Mitigation Monitoring Program No. 359 for the residences at Nohl Ranch and
related actions (DEV2017-00039) (6501-6513 Serrano Avenue).
RESOLUTION NO. A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF ANAHEIM amending the General Plan of the City of Anaheim (General Plan
Amendment No. 2017-00515) (DEV2017-00039) (6501-6513 Serrano Avenue).
ORDINANCE NO. (INTRODUCTION) AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF
ANAHEIM amending the Zoning Map referred to in Title 18 of the Anaheim Municipal Code
relating to zoning (Reclassification No. 2017-00309) (DEV2017-00039).
RESOLUTION NO. A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF ANAHEIM approving and adopting proposed Conditional Use Permit No. 2017-
05931 and Miscellaneous No. 2017-00654 (DEV2017-00039) (6501-6513 Serrano Avenue).
RESOLUTION NO. A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF ANAHEIM approving vesting Tentative Tract Map No. 18104 (DEV2017-00039)
(6501-6513 East Serrano Avenue).
RESOLUTION NO. A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF ANAHEIM approving Specimen Tree Removal Permit No. 2018-00006 (DEV2017-
00039) (6501-6513 Serrano Avenue).
Planning and Building Director Ted White reported the item is an appeal of the Planning
Commission's denial of a 58-unit, attached single-family residential project at the northeast corner of
Serrano Avenue and Nohl Ranch Road. He advised surrounding uses include single-family
residential to the north, south, and east; Anaheim Hills Elementary School to the southwest of the
intersection of Nohl Ranch Road and Serrano Avenue; and vacant property to the west across Nohl
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Ranch Road. He also advised the 3.03-acre property is located in the "C-G" General Commercial
zone and the Scenic Corridor Overlay Zone and is developed with a commercial center that consists
of seven one-story buildings with neighborhood-serving commercial uses. Lastly, he advised the site
is designated for Neighborhood Center commercial land uses by the General Plan.
Mr. White reported the project requires City Council approval of an amendment to the General Plan to
change the land use designation from Neighborhood Center to Low-Medium Density Residential,
which allows a density of 18 dwelling units per gross acre. The Proposed Project has a density of
19.1 dwelling units per acre, which would be achieved via an Affordable Housing Density Bonus
Agreement. He reported the Planning Commission denied the amendment because the proposed
change to the General Plan would result in the loss of a neighborhood commercial center and would
create a residential density that would be incompatible with the surrounding neighborhood. Lastly, he
reported the applicant proposes to rezone the property to the Multiple-Family Residential "RM-3"
Zone, consistent with the proposed Low-Medium Density Residential land use designation.
Mr. White provided an overview of the Conditional Use Permit which allows the units to be
constructed in eight, 2- and 3-story buildings, consisting of 35 two-bedroom units and 23 three-
bedroom units, including flats, townhomes, and carriage townhomes, all with two-car garages. He
stated vehicular ingress and egress to the Proposed Project would be via driveways on both Nohl
Ranch Road and Serrano Avenue. He presented the Site Plan which would include a total of 20,684
square feet of recreational area in the common area, where 20,300 square feet is required. He
advised the project would be subject to the development standards of the RM-3 zone with the
exception of certain setback requirements. He advised setbacks for projects in the RM-3 zone may
be modified in conjunction with a conditional use permit. He advised the applicant is requesting to
modify the interior landscape setback to allow parking spaces to encroach into the required
landscape setback. Staff believes the modified interior landscape setbacks may be justified because
the required structural setbacks are met, the elevations are without windows, ensuring privacy to
adjacent residential properties, and there would be an adjacent 6-foot block wall along property line
along with mature trees. The applicant also proposes building-to-building setbacks where 35-40 feet
is required and 32-36 feet is proposed. Staff believes this modification may also be justified as it
would allow for an efficient layout of buildings on the property while ensuring a quality living
environment.
Mr. White reported the applicant proposes 20% of the units to be sold as affordable to moderate-
income buyers. He advised, based on the percentage of affordable units, the project is entitled to a
35% density bonus, reduced parking standards, and two Tier 2 Density Bonus incentives. He
reported the applicant requests a 6% density bonus to construct 58 units where the General Plan
would allow a maximum of 54 units. He further stated the Proposed Project meets the Multiple-Family
Residential Parking Standards and no reduced parking standards or incentives are being requested.
Mr. White advised two Tier 2 Density Bonus incentives are requested for the project. He reported the
incentives to include a reduction in the minimum lot size requirement for multiple-family residential
projects in the Scenic Corridor Overlay to allow a 3-acre minimum lot size where a 5-acre minimum
lot size is required, and a reduction of the required 50-foot street setback along Nohl Ranch Road and
Serrano Avenue to a minimum of 14 feet. He noted staff believes the incentive requests are
reasonable and warranted.
Mr. White reported the applicant hosted a community meeting on January 10, 2018. He advised staff
also hosted a Scoping Meeting for the Draft Environmental Impact Report (EIR) on January 7, 2019.
In addition, he reported two project notification signs were posted in accordance with the City's
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Sunshine Ordinance. Lastly, he advised City staff also maintained an email list for interested parties
requesting to be informed about the project, which includes 308 email addresses to date.
Mr. White reported a Draft EIR was prepared and analyzed according to the standards and processes
contained in the California Environmental Quality Act(CEQA). He advised the City, acting as the
Lead Agency, has analyzed the proposed project in accordance with the requirements of CEQA and
determined the proposed project will not result in a significant effect on the environment with the
implementation of the Mitigation Monitoring Program. He advised the City received comments from
one responsible agency and 197 residents and/or interested parties. Lastly, he advised staff found
none of the comments raised would require recirculation of the Draft EIR.
Mr. White reported a Traffic Impact Analysis was prepared for the proposed project and was reviewed
and approved by both City staff and the City's on-call consultant. He also noted the proposed project
is not expected to result in any significant traffic impacts and was projected to have fewer trips
generated than the existing use.
Mr. White advised the City received a high volume of correspondence throughout the process with
the majority being in opposition to the project and citing the following concerns: traffic and
emergency evacuation, loss of the existing commercial center, density and land use compatibility,
view impacts, parking, and geological instability. In response to the community's concern regarding
the loss of the existing commercial center, he advised the applicant provided a "Strategic Retail
Market Viability and Sustainability Analysis" study which concluded commercial land uses would not
be feasible on the site due to "low demand, low supportability, and difficulty retaining and acquiring
tenants."
Mr. White reported Keyser Marsten Associates (KMA)was retained by the City to peer review the
analysis. He advised KMA concurred with several conclusions made in the applicant's market study,
but also had some contradictory opinions, including that the site could possibly accommodate mixed-
use and/or food service uses.
Mr. White summarized that the Planning Commission considered the application, received extensive
input from the community, and found the proposed change to the General Plan would be inconsistent
with the applicable goals and policies of the General Plan, specifically, the project would result in a
land-use which is incompatible with the surrounding single-family residential neighborhoods.
Mayor Pro Tern Faessel and Council Members Kring, Brandman, and Moreno reported ex parte
communications with the applicant. Council Member Moreno announced he may need to leave the
meeting early due to a work commitment.
Mayor Sidhu opened the public hearing.
Greg Powers, Jackson Tidus, representing the applicant, quoted several statistics noting California is
in an affordable housing crisis and this project includes 12 affordable units. Mr. Powers believed the
Planning Commission violated Government Code Section 66589.5 Subdivision B, which states "It is
the policy of the state that a local government not reject or make infeasible housing development
projects, including emergency shelters, that contribute to meeting the need determined pursuant to
this article without a thorough analysis of the economic, social, and environmental effects of the
action and without complying with subdivision". He felt the Planning Commission did not have a
thorough analysis to support a denial and advised he provided a letter to City Council.
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Mr. Powers stated the project was not required to conform to every single General Plan policy if it will
further the objectives and policies of the General Plan. He reported, as shown in Table 5.10.1 of the
EIR, staff refers to the evidence contained in the record of the project's internal consistency with the
General Plan goals. He noted the evidence is summarized as follows: "a property's existing retail
center is not viable for continued commercial use", "the General Plan calls for redevelopment and
revitalization of the failed retail center with housing," and "the proposed project is consistent with
surrounding existing single-family housing already interspersed with multi-family housing". He
advised there was no substantial evidence in the record to refute this.
Mr. Powers stated the thorough analysis required under Government Code Section 66589.5 must be
meaningful and notes the record fails to have any analysis whatsoever. He also noted while many
letters were received opposing the project, the staff report presented to the Planning Commission
stated the opposition was "without providing any substantial evidence or referencing any specific
analysis or inadequacies in the Draft EIR". He also noted the staff report presented to the Planning
Commission stated "no evidence has been submitted to support the assertion that property values
would decline as a result of the proposed project or that future homeowners at this location would
impose higher crime and safety threats to the nearby school. Because no evidence supports just a
finding, resulting economic or social effects are at best, speculative".
Mr. Powers noted State planning and zoning law require the City's Housing Element expressly
contain an inventory of land suitable for residential development which can be developed for housing
and are sufficient to provide for the jurisdiction's need for all income levels as stated in Government
Code Section 65583. He also cited Government Code Section 65583.2(a)(4) which states "land
suitable for residential development must include all sites zoned for nonresidential use that can be
redeveloped for residential use" and advised the City of Anaheim failed to provide an inventory of
those sites. He advised by failing to provide the inventory, it shows there is only one identified
housing opportunity site in all of Anaheim Hills.
Mr. Powers reported the administrative record is filled with substantial evidence in the form of
technical studies and detailed analysis prepared by professionals to support the project. He also
noted there is not a thorough analysis of the economic, social, and environmental impacts to support
a denial as required by state law. Mr. Powers felt the Planning Commission abused its discretion and
ignored the substantial evidence in favor of the project by refusing to approve and recommend
approval of the entitlements. He noted California has a housing supply and affordability crisis of
historic proportions. He respectfully requested City Council overturn the Planning Commission's
decision and approve the project.
Kelly Buffa, representing the applicant, thanked City Council for their time and the work of the staff
during the project. She would like to see the City revitalize the commercially unviable site, create
housing opportunities, but plan them sensitively to blend into the existing community while advancing
City goals. She advised their consultants, the Concord Group, concluded the site is not viable as a
commercial development. Ms. Buffa noted several guiding principles included character, sensitivity
planning, architectural detail, and affordability. She noted 20% of the units are affordable with no
government subsidy. She presented a map of affordable housing in Anaheim. Ms. Buffa advised the
project cuts the average daily trips by 56%. She advised there would be no impact on emergency
services, no impacts to local intersections, and increased pedestrian safety. She reported the project
is legally justified, environmentally sound, and is the right thing to do for the parcel.
Lawrence Collier expressed his opposition to the project because of the misleading pictures, small
location, and that the location is not appropriate for such a project in the neighborhood.
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Sandra Collier expressed her opposition to the item due to traffic impacts, a busy intersection, car
accidents, pollution, and affects to businesses. She encouraged City Council to deny the appeal.
Moses Johnson, Assistant City Attorney, City of Anaheim, expressed his opposition to the item
because of public safety, very dangerous nearby intersections, too small of a lot, and for the sake of
businesses and residents.
Genny Johnson expressed her opposition to the item because it will interfere with kid's drop-offs and
will cause even more traffic jams. She believes in building homes for the homeless, but does not
agree this is the correct property for affordable housing or homeless, and will affect value of
properties nearby.
Ilene Corbett expressed her opposition to the item and encouraged City Council to deny the appeal.
She stated the immediate neighborhood was made to be walked to, the community supports the
existing businesses, and she asked Council to not allow the zone change.
Sharon T. Magpali expressed her opposition to the item and encouraged City Council to deny the
appeal. She explained she recently purchased property on Carnegie and was excited of close local
convenience businesses, she believed traffic is already congested, and that privacy and safety will be
impacted.
Dana Cisneros expressed concern regarding the lack of response by the City for her public records
request regarding this project. She expressed her opposition to the item and encouraged City
Council to deny the appeal as she wished to protect her community and family.
Linda Cherney expressed her opposition to the item and encouraged City Council to deny the appeal.
She expressed her concern for safety, traffic congestion, and the loss of businesses in the Serrano
Center.
Andrea Phelps expressed her opposition to the item and encouraged City Council to deny the appeal.
Ms. Phelps was concerned that tree branches will not comply with being 10 feet away, traffic will be
impacted, and parking will be limited.
Donald Herrera expressed his opposition to the item and encouraged City Council to deny the appeal.
He mentioned the City would be over populated, dangerous, and unsafe due to traffic.
Ben Stuelke expressed his opposition to the item and encouraged City Council to deny the appeal.
He was concerned of traffic congestion in case of an emergency and believed removing community
benefits does not serve the residents.
Alex Valentine expressed his opposition to the item and encouraged City Council to deny the appeal.
He believes this project as unfair to the community and to first responders.
Bill Cooper expressed his opposition to the item and encouraged City Council to deny the appeal. He
believed traffic will be increased during rush hours and cause overflow of parking.
Jaclyn Kornely expressed her opposition to the item and encouraged City Council to deny the appeal,
as she believed there would be overflow of traffic and emergency evacuations will be affected.
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William Fitzgerald, Home Owners Maintaining Our Environment, expressed his opposition to the item
and encouraged City Council to deny the appeal. He was against changing the zone to high-density
residential projects.
Rick Farano expressed his opposition to the item and encouraged City Council to deny the appeal, as
he believed there were several ordinances and regulations being violated
A female speaker expressed her opposition to the item and encouraged City Council to deny the
appeal. She felt disturbed that local businesses will disappear and that traffic will be congested.
William Leming displayed slides and expressed his opposition to the item and encouraged City
Council to deny the appeal. While being pro-property rights, he did not believe this was the right size
for this project and shared his concern with the amount of traffic this project will bring.
Mayor Sidhu requested that PowerPoint presentations not be presented by anyone other than
the applicant. City Attorney Robert Fabela advised the Mayor Sidhu to allow speakers the
opportunity to use PowerPoint presentations.
Josh Jensen expressed his opposition to the item and encouraged City Council to deny the appeal,
as he believed the traffic study and analysis were inaccurate.
Elizabeth Hansburg expressed her support for the item and encouraged City Council to overrule the
findings of the Planning Commission. She believed more housing for middle class needs to be built
and density is the key to affordability.
Adam Wood, Building Industry Association of Orange County, expressed his support for the item and
encouraged City Council to overrule the findings of the Planning Commission. He shared this was a
project that meets all the requirements.
Mayor Sidhu reported he was advised by Mr. Fabela that Council Member Moreno's absence
creates the possibility of a continuance under the City's rules.
Jeff Walton expressed his opposition to the item and encouraged City Council to deny the appeal. He
believed there was no adequate emergency plan and it affected public safety.
Council Member Moreno noted he would not be able to stay for the remainder of the meeting
due to a pre-scheduled business trip and left the meeting at 11:26 P.M.
David Klawe stated he will accept the decision of the City Council, but noted he would like to see the
burden of affordable housing be spread across the entire City and not just West Anaheim.
Steve Campbell expressed his opposition to the item and encouraged City Council to deny the
appeal. He conveyed that mandatory evacuations were impossible due to the traffic and this project
would make it worse.
Kenneth Stahl, People for Housing, expressed his support for the item and encouraged City Council
to overrule the findings of the Planning Commission. He believes the speaking procedure was
unlawful and stated there were issues with fair housing laws.
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Sharon Ellis, Habitat for Humanity Orange County, expressed her support for the item and
encouraged City Council to overrule the findings of the Planning Commission.
Michael Battaglia expressed his support for the item and encouraged City Council to overrule the
findings of the Planning Commission. He shared an emergency evacuation plan is needed and
understands it is time to revitalize the area.
Kelly Buffa acknowledged City Council heard a lot of emotionally charged testimony and encouraged
City Council to look at the facts. She advised they would assist the businesses with relocation
services and believed those business could be successful in different locations. She advised the
developer is committed to long-term affordability. She encouraged City Council to review the traffic
reports with the staff and encouraged the City to review traffic enforcement in the area. She stated
they had met with the school district about student drop-offs and pick-ups that need to be contained
within the school property. She encouraged City Council to determine what is best for Anaheim
overall.
Mayor Sidhu closed the public hearing.
DISCUSSION: Mayor Sidhu thanked the public and the applicant for their input. He recognized
Anaheim needs more affordable housing but he knows the center is still serving the community. He
does not believe the site is right for this type of housing and stated he would not support the item.
Council Member Brandman expressed his concern regarding discussions without including Council
Member Moreno.
Council Member Kring noted Council Member Moreno stated before he left that he had many
questions and she believed it would be unfair to continue without his input.
MOTION: Council Member Kring moved to continue Item No. 30 to January 28, 2020, seconded by
Council Member Barnes.
DISCUSSION: Mayor Pro Tern Faessel agreed that due to the nature of the project to the
neighborhood, all colleagues should be heard.
Mayor Sidhu stated his preference to bring the project to a vote at the current meeting.
MOTION: Council Member Kring moved to continue Item No. 30 to January 28, 2020, seconded by
Council Member Barnes. ROLL CALL VOTE: AYES — 3 (Council Members Barnes, Brandman, and
Moreno); NOES —2 (Mayor Sidhu and Council Member Faessel); ABSTAIN — 1 (Council Member
O'Neil-recorded conflict/recusal); ABSENT— 1 (Council Member Moreno). Motion carried; item
continued to January 28, 2020.
Council Member O'Neil returned to the dais at 11:52 P.M.
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REPORT ON CLOSED SESSION ACTIONS: None
PUBLIC COMMENTS (non-agenda items): None
COUNCIL COMMUNICATION:
Council Member Kring congratulated the winners of the Chamber of Commerce's Business Awards
including Aramark, STC Management, The Ranch Restaurant and Saloon, Wincome Hospitality, and
BPM Real Estate Group; announced a District 4 Anaheim First town hall meeting on January 29 at
Ball Junior High School; announced the first entrepreneurship seminar with SCORE on January 16;
Lunar New Year programs at Ponderosa and Euclid libraries on January 15 and 30; thanked the
Mayor for his comments in response to those made by William Fitzgerald, and addressed the Angel
stadium deal. She requested an agenda item in February to introduce an ordinance allowing legal
cannabis businesses to operate in the City or to place before the voters at the November election,
concurred by Council Member Brandman and Mayor Pro Tern Faessel. She also acknowledged
Martin Luther King Jr. Day and the day of service.
Mayor Pro Tem Faessel requested the meeting adjourn in memory of former City Council member Dr.
William Kott, refugee Lap Khulna, sixth-grade student Nathan Lizardo, and resident Anamay
Cendajas. He reported his attendance at the Anaheim Ballet performance for Anaheim Elementary
School District students on December 19, the Longest Night Memorial, and a meeting with Angels
Baseball regarding Little Leagues. He thanked the Mayor for his time introducing a Cub Scout to City
Hall and congratulated Northgate Gonzalez Markets for 40 years of business.
Council Member O'Neil announced his office was coordinating with the Rotary Club of Anaheim Hills
to host a Restaurant Week January 24— 31, with partial proceeds benefitting the Rotary Club;
participating restaurants include Craftsman Pizza and Grill, Curry Out Indian Cuisine, Islands, Latte
Da Restaurant, Medii Kitchen, Out of the Park Pizza, Pepz Pizza, Rosine's, Slater's 50/50,
Sinofusion, and Yves' Bistro. As the City's OCCOG/SCAG representative, he announced the
Regional Housing Needs Assessment (RHNA) numbers had been finalized and filed with the State,
after which OCCOG filed an objection regarding the methodology used and allocations.
Council Member Barnes reported her attendance at the Oxford Academy Robotics Day and a yellow
ribbon reintegration program for Army and Coast Guard Reserves. She shared a clip from a video
regarding the Meet on Beach event and thanked residents and staff for their engagement and hard
work.
Council Member Brandman announced a Badges and Boba community event hosted by the Police
Department on January 23 at Ten Ren's Tea Time, Toddler Story Time at Euclid Library on January
21, and the S.T.A.R.S. program offered after school on weekdays by the Community Services
Department at Modjeska and John Marshall parks. He shared his thoughts regarding Dr. William Kott.
Mayor Sidhu reported his attendance at the NAMM Annual Day of Service at Horace Mann
Elementary School and thanked the NAMM Foundation for their contributions to Anaheim.
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ADJOURNMENT:
At 12:13 A.M., on January 15, 2020, Mayor Sidhu adjourned the January 14, 2020 meeting in
memory of Dr. William Kott, Lap Khulna, Anamay Cendajas, and Nathan Lizardo.
Ressec� ply submitted,
eresa Bass, CMC
City Clerk