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Susana Barrios
From:Santana, Richard <richard.santana@ocgov.com>
Sent:Monday, January 8, 2024 3:24 PM
To:Public Comment
Subject:\[EXTERNAL\] Support for Item 16 - Little Arabia Freeway Signs
Attachments:CalTrans Support Letter.pdf
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Dear City Clerk Theresa Bass,
I hope this email finds you well. I am writing to express Supervisor Sarmiento's support for Item 16 on the business
calendar—a resolution approving the installation of Little Arabia freeway signs on Interstate 5 and State Route 91 within
The Little Arabia District.
Kindly find the attached letter outlining our endorsement and rationale for supporting this initiative.
Thank you for your time and consideration.
Best regards,
Richard Santana
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VICENTE SARMIENTO
ORANGE COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS
SUPERVISOR, SECOND DISTRICT
COUNTY ADMINISTRATION NORTH BUILDING
400 W. CIVIC CENTER DRIVE. SANTA ANA, CALIFORNIA 92701
PHONE (714) 834-3220
January 08, 2024
Dear California Department of Transportation,
As the Orange County Supervisor for the 2nd District, I represent a portion of the City of
Anaheim and feel a deep connection to the Arab Americans that have contributed to the
vitality of this community. I fully support the installation of Little Arabia District signs within
prominent locations managed by your agency.
Little Arabia serves as the cultural hub for Orange County's Arab Americans, offering a
unique blend of different Middle Eastern traditions, cultures, and cuisine. It is a prominent
local destination that the City of Anaheim has now formally recognized and is in the
process of supporting. I wholeheartedly endorse the City of Anaheim's request for the
"Little Arabia District Sign" and believe that your support will c ontribute to the flourishing
of a community that holds a special place in the hearts of many.
A dedicated freeway sign is a small investment with far-reaching benefits for the small
businesses that make this cultural hub thrive. In addition to the economic impact, a
prominent freeway sign signals an investment in the preservation of cultural herita ge and
in creating a more inclusive California. I am hopeful about the positive impact this signage
will have on our community.
Supporting this initiative aligns with the values of our diverse constituency and contributes
to the cultural mosaic that makes California a unique and welcoming place for all.
Sincerely,
Vicente Sarmiento
Orange County Board Supervisor, 2 nd District