07/11/2023ANAHEIM CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING OF JULY 11, 2023
The regular meeting of July 11, 2023 was called to order at 4:32 p.m. in the Council Chamber of
Anaheim City Hall, located at 200 S. Anaheim Boulevard. The meeting notice, agenda, and related
materials were duly posted on July 6, 2023, with a revised agenda subsequently posted on July 8,
2023.
MEMBERS PRESENT: Mayor Aitken and Council Members Diaz, Leon, Faessel, and Meeks.
Mayor Pro Tern Rubalcava and Council Member Kurtz joined during
Closed Session.
STAFF PRESENT: City Manager Jim Vanderpool, 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 1:44 p.m., Mayor Aitken recessed to Closed Session for consideration of the
following:
1. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL — ANTICIPATED LITIGATION
Initiation of litigation pursuant to paragraph (4) of subdivision (d) of California
Government Code Section 54956.9: One potential case
At 5:02 p.m., Mayor Aitken reconvened the Anaheim City Council.
MEMBERS PRESENT: Mayor Ashleigh E. Aitken and Council Members Rubalcava, Jose Diaz,
Carlos A. Leon, Norma Campos Kurtz, Stephen Faessel, and Natalie
Meeks.
INVOCATION: Chaplain Nathan Zug, Anaheim Police and Fire
Prior to the flag salute, Council Member Diaz thanked Park Rangers, Code Enforcement Officers,
Public Works, Public Utilities, Police Department, and Fire Department employees for providing
round-the-clock service to the community.
FLAG SALUTE: Council Member Jose Diaz
At 5:04 P.M., Chair Aitken called the Successor Agency to the Anaheim Redevelopment Agency (in
joint session with the City Council) to order.
ADDITIONS/DELETIONS TO THE AGENDA: None
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PUBLIC COMMENTS (all agenda items): Prior to receipt of public comments, City Clerk Theresa
Bass provided an outline of procedures for public comments, notice of translation services, and a
brief decorum.
City Clerk Theresa Bass reported 13 public comments were received electronically prior to 5:00 p.m.
related to City Council agenda items and matters within the jurisdiction of the Anaheim City Council.
[A final total of 13 public comments were received electronically, distributed to the City Council, and
made part of the official record]. — See Appendix.
Paul Hyek commented on Item No. 8 requesting additional medical services and staffing.
Mark Richard Daniels commented on the upcoming release of findings from the JL Group's
investigation and requesting full transparency. He offered the name of his preferred candidate for
Chief of Police.
Jessie Norton commented on his experiences as a Cuban -American, his denial of entry to the
Anaheim Convention Center due to his apparel, and stated his concerns regarding the persecution of
Cubans for political protests in their country.
Cecilia Flores commented on the proposed development of a charter school citing concerns related
to negative traffic and noise impacts on the adjacent neighborhoods.
Wes Jones commented expressing concern with meeting participation protocols and requesting full
transparency in the release of findings from the JL Group's investigation.
Mike Robbins commented requesting full transparency in the release of findings from the JL Group's
investigation.
Jeanine Robbins commented expressing concerns with Mayor Pro Tern Rubalcava's alleged inquiries
and comments regarding the findings from the JL Group's investigation.
Marc Herbert commented expressing concerns that the vote on the budget did not include funding for
potential pay raises for expiring labor contracts, funding to cover impacts of large-scale emergencies,
and that it funded park capital improvement projects, but did not fund additional affordable housing.
Len Beckman commented requesting the City fund a memorial for Margaret and Carl Karcher and
expressed concerns regarding affordable housing, and requesting memorials dedicated to the
individuals who were instrumental in Anaheim's growth.
Bryan Kaye commented expressing concerns regarding actions taken by the Anaheim Police
Department.
Card #3428 commented requesting additional murals throughout the City to increase revenues and
inviting the community to celebrate Indigenous Peoples Day.
Card #3429 commented requesting an opportunity for the public to comment on the work of the
various City Commissions and allegations of misconduct by the Police Review Board.
Vern Nelson commented requesting the City Council vote to minimize redactions in the report with the
findings from the JL Group's investigation.
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Donna Acevedo -Nelson commented expressing concerns regarding allegations of actions taken by
the Anaheim Police Department and Police Review Board.
Andrew Campuzano commented requesting the City Council and community join in his efforts to
restore sashes at Anaheim school graduations.
Kenneth Batiste commented stating his personal faith beliefs and requesting additional homeless and
affordable housing opportunities for underserved communities.
Cynthia Ward commented expressing concerns regarding a short-term rental operator in the Anaheim
Colony Historic District, citing ongoing violations and negative impacts to adjacent neighbors.
Jim Collison commented expressing concerns regarding a proposed Airbnb, citing ongoing violations
and negative impacts to adjacent neighbors.
Cecil Jordan Corkern commented expressing concerns regarding actions by Disney and also
commenting on his personal faith beliefs.
COUNCIL COMMUNICATIONS:
Council Member Leon reported that in collaboration with Senator Tom Umberg's Office, they hosted a
Community Health and Resource Fair at Savanna High School and thanked City staff for their work
and efforts. They were able to provide 35 dental screenings, 67 vision screenings, 118 pairs of
glasses, 250 food boxes were distributed, over 100 individuals were able to renew their SNAP and
EBT benefits, over 50 mammograms were performed, and there were over 500 attendees throughout
the day. In total, an estimated $31,000 of free services were provided. He thanked the Public Utilities
team for reaching out to different landlords and building owners in District 2 so that they could
participate in the City's Dusk -to -Dawn Lighting program and for looking into installing additional
streetlights. Council Member Leon congratulated the Community Services Department for a
successful Fourth of July 5k and parade and Project S.A.Y. (Support Anaheim's Youth) students from
Brookhurst Jr. High and Savanna High School for their assistance. He thanked Congressman Lou
Correa and his team for establishing an Agriculture and Nutrition Task Force and hosting a
roundtable discussion at Gilbert High School to address priorities for the community in the upcoming
Farm Bill reauthorization.
Council Member Kurtz highlighted Ganahl Lumber and the Anaheim Tennis Center. She noted that
residents could make reservations to play tennis or pickleball at the Anaheim Tennis Center. Council
Member Kurtz referenced the airplane at Boysen Park and noted that the cleanup for the
contamination has begun and should be finished in early August. She invited everyone to visit the
Mermaid Tea Time and Storytime event at Euclid Library in the Children's area and noted it is a
unique experience for all. She noted there are always special events at the library.
Council Member Diaz highlighted KokoDeck, a Japanese restaurant located at 2966 W. Ball Road,
and invited everyone to visit the restaurant for their delicious food and great customer service.
Council Member Faessel requested the meeting close in remembrance of Leonard Burt Chapman, an
Anaheim High School graduate and former City of Anaheim employee; and Robert Brunette a 50 year
Anaheim resident who served in the Navy during the Vietnam War. He congratulated Robert Gomes
who recently retired from the City of Anaheim, Community Services Department. Council Member
Faessel shared that he attended the Fire and Rescue Pinning Ceremony and the Anaheim Hills
Fourth of July Parade. He stated he felt honored to be a guest speaker at the Kiwanis Key Club
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International Convention, and shared that all the young students were very engaged and had a lot of
spirit. Council Member Faessel shared that his Council Aide attended the Slurpee with a Cop event
earlier in the day.
Mayor Pro Tern Rubalcava thanked Assembly Member Avelino Valencia for funds allocated for the
City of Anaheim ($1 million for Northgate Store No. 1, $1.5 million for the Mobile Family Resource
Center, $300,000 for the Haskett Branch Library). Mayor Pro Tem Rubalcava wished District 3
resident Bobby Olea a happy 42nd birthday and wished him well on the one-year anniversary of his
liver transplant. She thanked Public Utilities General Manager Dukku Lee and his team for hosting the
inaugural Bright Girls Program in partnership with Project S.A.Y. (Support Anaheim's Youth) and
Higher Ground Youth and Family Services for local junior high school students to engage in science,
technology, engineering, and math (STEM) careers.
Mayor Aitken thanked the Association of California Cities Orange County (ACC-OC) for hosting the
SMART Cities Quarterly Dinner to help cities become smarter and greener through technology. She
thanked the Community Services Department, Anaheim Sporn, and Joe Perez for a wonderful Fourth
of July Parade. Mayor Aitken thanked Public Utilities General Manager Dukku Lee for giving her a
ride in a lineman's electrical bucket. She shared it was a first for her and noted that the ride gave her
a new respect for how high lineman go up to fix power lines. Mayor Aitken thanked Attorney General
Rob Bonta for attending the Orange County Asian American Bar Association Annual Installation
Dinner celebrating Asian American members of the Bar. She thanked YMCA for inviting her to give a
brief "State of the City" at their monthly board meeting.
CITY MANAGER'S UPDATE:
Assistant City Manager Greg Garcia noted that the City Attorney's Office received a draft report from
the JL Group on July 4 and received the final report on July 10. Per previous City Council direction
and in cooperation with the JL Group, only one designated employee from the City Attorney's Office
and outside counsel have access to the report. They are currently reviewing the report and making
the appropriate redactions in anticipation of its public release. Since Council has previously stated the
desire to have the report released to the public, staff anticipates bringing an item to the next Council
meeting to further discuss the release of the report to the community. Assistant City Manager Garcia
thanked Assembly Member Avelino Valencia and Assembly Member Sharon Quirk -Silva for the
Haskett Branch Library, Mobile Family Resource Center, and Northgate Store No. 1 funds. He
thanked Joe Perez, Brian Chwan, Nathan Bowman, Maureen Richardson, and all staff who helped
make the Fourth of July event amazing. He mentioned that a new play structure was installed at
Betsy Ross Park and it looks fantastic.
At 6:17 p.m., Mayor Aitken recessed the Anaheim City Council to address the Successor Agency to
the Anaheim Redevelopment Agency agenda and reconvened the City Council at 6:18 p.m.
CONSENT CALENDAR: At 6:18 p.m., the Consent Calendar was considered with Council
Member Kurtz pulling Item No. 8.
MOTION: Council Member Faessel moved to waive reading of all ordinances and resolutions and
adopt the balance of the consent calendar, seconded by Council Member Meeks. ROLL CALL
VOTE: AYES — 7 (Mayor Aitken and Council Members Diaz, Leon, Rubalcava, Kurtz, Faessel, and
Meeks); NOES — 0. Motion carried.
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D116 3. Approve recognitions recognizing Jillian Albayati for her achievements on the Anaheim High
School baseball team, Mama Cozza's Italian Restaurant on the occasion of the restaurant's
58' Anniversary, and the month of September 2023 as Service Club Month.
D175 4. While preserving the City's legal rights, authorize the Director of Public Works to vote in favor
of the assessment proposed by the Board of the Santiago Geologic Hazard Abatement
District, by signing and submitting the official ballot which allocates approximately 12.5% of
the proposed assessment of $306,800 to the City [$39,135.66 for Fiscal Year 2023/24 subject
to CPI increases thereafter].
5. Award the contract to the lowest responsible bidder, ACE Capital Engineering, in the amount
AGR-14206 of $189,950.83, for the Santa Ana Canyon Road South Slope Repair and Storm Drainage
Improvements East of Lakeview Avenue Project; authorize the Director of Public Works to
execute the Contract and related documents, and to take the necessary actions to implement
and administer the Contract; determine that the Project is categorically exempt from the
California Environmental Quality Act pursuant to Class 3, Section 15303 (d) (New
Construction) of Title 14 of the California Code of Regulations; and authorize the Director of
Finance to execute the Escrow Agreement pertaining to contract retentions.
6. Approve Agreements with six temporary employment service agencies, each with a
compensation amount not to exceed $125,000 per contract year, to provide contract labor
AGR-14207
services for the Cleaner Set -Up Worker position at the Anaheim Convention Center on a non-
AGR-14208
exclusive basis to supplement the Convention Center's existing labor force through June 30,
AGR-14209
2026, each with one optional two-year term; authorize the Executive Director of the
AGR-14210
Convention, Sports & Entertainment Department to execute related documents and to take
AGR-14211
the necessary actions to implement and administer the agreements and execute any optional
AGR-14212
renewals [Cloud Personnel LLC; Culinary Staffing of America, Inc.; Gary D. Nelson
Associates, Inc.; Health Advocates Network, Inc.; Kimco Staffing Services, Inc.; and S4 Global
Solutions LLC dba Hospitality Services Group].
7.
Approve the First Amendment to Professional Services Agreement with Michael Baker
International, Inc., amending the schedule of compensation and increasing the maximum
AGR-13555.1
compensation from an amount not to exceed $25,000 to $50,000, for on -call project
management and related consulting services; and authorize the Director of Housing and
Community Development Department, or designee, to execute and administer the amended
agreement.
D114 9. Approve minutes of the City Council meetings of April 4, 2023 and April 18, 2023.
BUSINESS CALENDAR:
8. Approve the Second Amendment to Agreement for Emergency Shelter Security with Lyons
Security Service, Inc. for security services at The Salvation Army emergency shelter and
AGR-11404.2 surrounding area to extend the term of the Agreement by one year to July 13, 2024; increase
the compensation for the Agreement by $1,367,283, and an additional $150,000 per year for
any additional needed security services; and authorize the Housing and Community
Development Director to execute the amendment as well as any subsequent amendments or
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documents necessary for the continuation or clarification of security services at The Salvation
Army emergency shelter and surrounding area, provided they are approved by the City
Attorney and do not increase the total compensation.
DISCUSSION: In response to Council Member Kurtz, Director of Housing and Community
Development Grace Ruiz-Stepter clarified "surrounding area" encompasses the area from Ball Road
to Cerritos Avenue. Director Ruiz-Stepter noted Lyons Security works with the surrounding
businesses and mentioned the increased need for security due to the pandemic. She added due to
the closure of the La Mesa shelter, the number of individuals increased from 224 to 325, with no
change to staffing for Lyons Security. She noted the contract presented will add an additional staff
member which would transfer a security guard from another site to the shelter.
Council Member Kurtz confirmed surrounding businesses have been provided with contact
information for Lyons Security. She requested clarification on the contact for businesses if they have
issues with responsiveness.
Director Ruiz-Stepter confirmed businesses can contact the Housing and Community Development
Department for concerns regarding security responsiveness.
Council Member Faessel praised Lyons Security and inquired about including security for the railroad
underpass.
MOTION: Council Member Kurtz moved to approve the Second Amendment to Agreement for
Emergency Shelter Security with Lyons Security Service, Inc. for security services at The Salvation
Army emergency shelter and surrounding area to extend the term of the Agreement by one year to
July 13, 2024; increase the compensation for the Agreement by $1,367,283, and an additional
$150,000 per year for any additional needed security services; and authorize the Housing and
Community Development Director to execute the amendment as well as any subsequent
amendments or documents necessary for the continuation or clarification of security services at The
Salvation Army emergency shelter and surrounding area, provided they are approved by the City
Attorney and do not increase the total compensation., seconded by Council Member Faessel.
ROLL CALL VOTE: AYES — 7 (Mayor Aitken and Council Members Rubalcava, Diaz, Leon, Kurtz,
Faessel, and Meeks); NOES — 0. Motion carried.
R100 10. RESOLUTION NO. 2023-062 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF ANAHEIM amending and restating the procedures and rules of order for the conduct
of City Council meetings [removing the second Council Communications section immediately
preceding Council Agenda Setting, and other minor revisions].
Mayor Aitken stated she requested this item to update the City Council's rules of order to remove the
second Council Communications section from the agenda.
MOTION: Council Member Meeks moved to approve RESOLUTION NO. 2023-062 A
RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ANAHEIM amending and restating the
procedures and rules of order for the conduct of City Council meetings [removing the second Council
Communications section immediately preceding Council Agenda Setting, and other minor revisions],
seconded by Council Member Kurtz.
DISCUSSION: Council Member Diaz expressed support for removing the second Council
Communications section. He received clarification from Mayor Aitken that the Council Agenda Setting
will not be removed from the agenda.
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MOTION: Council Member Meeks moved to approve RESOLUTION NO. 2023-062 A
RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ANAHEIM amending and restating the
procedures and rules of order for the conduct of City Council meetings [removing the second Council
Communications section immediately preceding Council Agenda Setting, and other minor revisions],
seconded by Council Member Kurtz. ROLL CALL VOTE: AYES — 7 (Mayor Aitken and Council
Members Diaz, Leon, Rubalcava, Kurtz, Faessel, and Meeks); NOES — 0. Motion carried.
B105 11. Mayoral appointments to the Youth Commission to an unexpired term ending August 31,
2023.
Youth Commission
Mayoral appointment: Jasmin Nguyen (term ending August 31, 2023)
(Unscheduled vacancy)
Mayor Aitken nominated Jasmin Nguyen from District 5. She provided a brief background on Ms.
Nguyen and noted her concerns about lighting and public safety in the community.
NOMINATION: Mayor Aitken nominated Jasmin Nguyen. ROLL CALL VOTE: AYES — 7 (Mayor
Aitken and Council Members Rubalcava, Diaz, Leon, Kurtz, Faessel, and Meeks); NOES — 0. Motion
carried. Nomination approved.
Mayoral appointment: Gabriel Lopez (term ending August 31, 2023)
(Unscheduled vacancy)
Mayor Aitken nominated Gabriel Lopez. She provided a brief background on Mr. Lopez and noted he
wishes to address school dress code concerns.
NOMINATION: Mayor Aitken nominated Gabriel Lopez. ROLL CALL VOTE: AYES — 7 (Mayor
Aitken and Council Members Rubalcava, Diaz, Leon, Kurtz, Faessel, and Meeks); NOES — 0. Motion
carried. Nomination approved.
12. Receive report on salary survey for Chief of Police classification and consider approving either
D154 of the following resolutions:
A. RESOLUTION NO. 2023-063 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ANAHEIM adopting an amendment to Appendix A of the
Personnel Rules and Policies for Non -Represented Full -Time and Part -Time Employees
establishing rates of compensation for certain classifications designated as Non -
Represented Full -Time [amending the salary range for the classification of Chief of Police
with a maximum salary of $317,407].
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B. RESOLUTION NO. A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ANAHEIM adopting an amendment to Appendix A of the
Personnel Rules and Policies for Non -Represented Full -Time and Part -Time Employees
establishing rates of compensation for certain classifications designated as Non -
Represented Full -Time [amending the salary range for the classification of Chief of Police
with a maximum salary of $340,000].
DISCUSSION: Mayor Pro Tern Rubalcava thanked the Human Resources Department for conducting
the salary survey. She noted the City is sixth amongst the surveyed cities for Chief of Police salaries.
She requested support from her Council colleagues to increase the compensation for the incoming
Chief of Police. She expressed support for the first recommendation to increase the salary range to a
maximum salary of $317,407. She added the new compensation range will provide the City Manager
an opportunity to negotiate a fair salary for the incoming Chief.
Council Member Meeks expressed support for the first recommendation. She noted this process is
the start of conducting a Citywide salary study to address compensation compaction issues.
Council Member Kurtz expressed support for the first recommendation. She requested a review of the
Fire Chief's salary.
Assistant City Manager Garcia confirmed the Fire Chief's salary would be included in the
Classification and Compensation study.
In response to Council Member Kurtz, Acting Human Resources Gretchen Beatty reported the survey
can take 12 to 18 months to complete. She noted the department anticipates the process to begin in
a few months.
Council Member Kurtz inquired if the process could be completed sooner.
Assistance City Manager Garcia noted he would follow up with Council Member Kurtz for further
discussion on the timeline.
Mayor Pro Tern Rubalcava read an email she received from a District 3 resident regarding public
safety concerns. She noted the importance of a competitive salary for the Chief of Police due to
increasing crime.
MOTION: Council Member Meeks moved to approve RESOLUTION NO. 2023-063
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ANAHEIM adopting an amendment to
Appendix A of the Personnel Rules and Policies for Non -Represented Full -Time and Part -Time
Employees establishing rates of compensation for certain classifications designated as Non -
Represented Full -Time [amending the salary range for the classification of Chief of Police with a
maximum salary of $317,407].
DISCUSSION: Council Member Diaz expressed support for the first recommendation. He explained
the proposed salary provides compaction with the Deputy Police Chief's salary. He recommended
waiting to conduct a Citywide salary study. He recommended prioritizing the review of other staff
salaries prior to considering salary reviews for the Executive Team.
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In response to Council Member Leon, Acting Director Beatty noted salary ranges increased in July
2022 with the approval of a resolution that was not part of a salary study. She noted there is no
record of a previous salary study. She noted the approved resolution included a 3% salary increase
for City employees.
In response to Council Member Leon, Acting Director Beatty stated there was an 11 % increase to the
Chief of Police salary from the current range to the proposed maximum. Acting Director Beatty
confirmed the salary for the incoming Chief would be negotiated between the City Manager and the
candidate. Council Member Leon noted his support for the increased salary, however, reiterated
Council Member Diaz's comments regarding a Citywide salary study. Acting Director Beatty
confirmed the salary range would become effective July 21, 2023.
Council Member Meeks supported Council Member Diaz's comments regarding a Citywide salary
study for all employees. She requested an accelerated timeline for the study to provide a fair
opportunity to all employees for salary adjustments or reclassification.
MOTION: Council Member Meeks moved to approve RESOLUTION NO. 2023-063
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ANAHEIM adopting an amendment to
Appendix A of the Personnel Rules and Policies for Non -Represented Full -Time and Part -Time
Employees establishing rates of compensation for certain classifications designated as Non -
Represented Full -Time [amending the salary range for the classification of Chief of Police with a
maximum salary of $317,407], seconded by Council Member Faessel. ROLL CALL VOTE: AYES —
7 (Mayor Aitken and Council Members Rubalcava, Diaz, Leon, Kurtz, Faessel, and Meeks); NOES —
0. Motion carried.
REPORT ON CLOSED SESSION ACTIONS: None
PUBLIC COMMENTS (non -agenda items): None
COUNCIL COMMUNICATIONS: None
COUNCIL AGENDA SETTING:
Council Member Diaz stated that he values privacy and requested that staff reach out to
Ms. Acevedo -Nelson to address her public comment regarding the City using a photo of her family
during a Police Review Board presentation on gangs.
Mayor Pro Tern Rubalcava requested the following agenda items: an audit/update regarding Republic
Services, an update on the City's Classification and Compensation Study, an item regarding sending
an unredacted version of the JL Group report to the Attorney General's Office, an overview of the
Anaheim Community Foundation and how they operate and their affiliation with the City, and an
audit/overview of the City's Worker's Compensation policy regarding payments for outside counsel,
claims that are denied.
Assistant City Manager Garcia clarified the overview of Republic Services can be provided to
the Council as a memo and can come forward as a presentation to the City Council in August.
He requested that the update on the City's Classification and Compensation study be
provided via a memo to the Council. He noted staff are in the process of selecting finalists to
conduct the study. He reported an agenda item will be presented at the next City Council
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meeting regarding the JL Group report. He stated he could meet with Mayor Pro Tem
Rubalcava to discuss Worker's Compensation.
Mayor Aitken recommended an overview of the Classification and Compensation Study by the vendor
selected through the RFP process.
Assistant City Manager Garcia confirmed the contract for the Classification and Compensation
Study will be brought forward for City Council approval.
ADJOURNMENT:
At 6:44 P.M., Mayor Aitken adjourned the City Council meeting in memory of Leonard Burt Chapman
and Robert Brunette.
Respectfully submitted,
The Bass, CMC
pity Clerk
Susana Barrios
From: Sulema Sanchez <info@email.actionnetwork.org>
Sent: Friday, June 30, 2023 8:00 PM
To: Public Comment
Subject: [EXTERNAL] Anaheim: Don't Dodge Democracy, Let the Voters Speak!
Warning: This email originated from outside the City of Anaheim. Do not click links or open
attachments unless you recognize the sender and are expecting the message.
For Public Cornment,
Dear Mayor and Honorable City Counces,
l write as a concerned citizen of Ainah6lim to ask that you refuse to Iput the Hot6l & Event
Center Worker Protection 161tiative on a costly speciall election this year. Ainah6lim is a city
that has struggled with transparency tin government for too Iong. The voters of this city have
the right to Iknow what is Ihalppenliing with our laws and the right to have our voices heard. This
161tiative is an lImportaint step for our city to take, and we ineed as many voters as possible tin
this city to cast their Iballllots on this vlitall issue.
According to the Counces staff report from last month's May 16 meeting, a speciall election
would cost the city $1,477,297 $1,632,776. That's compared to the $198,891 $233,265
that it would cost to put the 161tiative on the Iballllot tin the geneirdl election tin 2024, for a
difference of over a iml!Hioin doHairs. L.et's Ibe clear: The City of Ainah6lim should NOT dirdlin its
coffers to hold a speciall election at the Ibelhest of big business linteirests.
There is ino reason to Ilinteint6oindlllly Illiirnit the aimount of voices Ainah6lim is wHfing to hear on this
issue, and scheddllling a speciall election would very likely mean fewer voters would weigh tin
on this llimportaint issue, inot to mention the enormous cost the speciall election would have to
hairdworking taxpayers tin Ainah6lim. PlIease place this 161tiative on the geneirdl election Iballllot
In November of 2024.
Sdleima Sainchez
1
Susana Barrios
From: Bonifacio Mendez <info@email.actionnetwork.org>
Sent: Thursday, July 6, 2023 9:29 AM
To: Public Comment
Subject: [EXTERNAL] Please Adopt the Hotel & Event Center Worker Protection Ordinance:
Warning: This email originated from outside the City of Anaheim. Do not click links or open
attachments unless you recognize the sender and are expecting the message.
For Public Comment,
l aim widting as a Ihospitdlllity worker w1ho works llin Ainalh6lim to urge the City Couii to adopt
the Hotell Worker Protection Ordinance. Our comini Ihas spoken: over 25,000 Ainalh6lim
voters sigined petitions llin support of the Iiia!
Adopting t1his Ipollicy would give Ihospitdlllity workers the tools to protect theims6lves from sexudl
assauft, einsuire fair pay for Iheavy workloads, and guairaintee decent wages aimid Oirainge
County's affordable housing crisis. Please make sure the City of Ainalh6lim is watcNing out for
its vdlineirable workers and glVling theim the digii and respect they deserve.
Please adopt t1his ordlinaince Without fuirtlheir d6lay.
Boii Mendez
1
Susana Barrios
From: Salvador Roxas @advocateslink.com>
Sent: Sunday, July 2, 2023 11:19 PM
To: Public Comment
Subject: [EXTERNAL] Order a Special Election - Hotel Worker Initiative
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attachments unless you recognize the sender and are expecting the message.
Dear Anaheim City Council,
On June 13 you will consider an ordinance which would drastically impact hotels throughout the City of
Anaheim. While promoted by UNITE HERE Local 11 as a measure to increase hotel worker safety, this poorly
drafted proposal contains wage and work rules requirements that would devastate Anaheim hotels, with ripple
effects that would gut Anaheim's budget.
A majority of the council was correct to reject outright adoption at its May 16 meeting and instead direct an
economic impact study. We urge adoption to be rejected again. Instead, the City Council should place this
matter on the ballot for the people to decide in a special election later this year.
As a matter of policy, the hotel proposal written by UNITE HERE Local 11 would be a disaster.
Imposing the proposed wage and work rules on Anaheim hotels would be a costly new mandate. Many workers
who were supposed to benefit will likely see their hours reduced or their jobs eliminated. Larger hotels will
raise their prices for rooms, amenities, and services, resulting in fewer hotel stays and less tax revenue for the
city. Smaller hotels, including family owned "mom and pop" hotels, will likely just go out of business.
The increased costs of doing business in Anaheim overall will make it tougher for Anaheim to attract and retain
the big trade shows and conventions, like NAMM and Natural Products, and make it tougher for families and
tourists to justify the costs of a vacation to the Anaheim Resort.
Those increased costs could also result in a chilling effect on economic development throughout Anaheim, but
especially where tourism matters most: in the Anaheim Resort. Tourism developments, including new hotels,
could slow down or be canceled outright because no business will want to make a significant investment in a
city where costs are going to skyrocket.
From a practical standpoint, the proposal's 10-day implementation window is one that would be
impossible to meet during the December 2024 holiday rush, which is exactly what hotels would be faced
with if the measure was successful in the November 2024 General Election. If passed in a special election,
the measure would at least be somewhat less difficult for some hotels to implement within 10 days.
We hope that it will not come to this, however.
Once the voters of Anaheim learn how the UNITE HERE Local 11 measure will devastate the city's finances,
and threaten the ability of you, the City Council, to properly fund services such as libraries, parks and
recreation, street maintenance, and police and fire protection, they will reject this measure. The City Council
should give the voters that opportunity by placing it on the ballot in a special election.
When city staff present you with the findings of its economic impact research, the consequences of the proposed
ordinance will be clear. It is imperative that voters be able to have their say as quickly as possible. We cannot
wait until November 2024. Please: Order a special election.
Salvador Roxas
Susana Barrios
From:
Elizabeth Alvarez
Sent:
Wednesday, July 5, 2023 10:55 AM
To:
Public Comment
Subject:
[EXTERNAL] concerns as a Anaheim resident
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Dear Fellow members of the city council,
I am writing to express our deep concerns regarding the issue of homelessness behind our house, particularly along the
railroad tracks. On July 2nd, we experienced a distressing incident when a homeless person attempted to enter our yard
at approximately 2:00pm in the afternoon. Despite my immediate call for the police assistance, no one arrived to
address the situation. This has raised serious questions about the appropriate course of action for residents in such
circumstances. The safety of our children is at stake, and I fear leaving them unattended even for a moment in our back
yard. In addition to the security risks, we are faced with a range of unsanitary and hazardous conditions causes by the
presence of individuals on the railroad tracks. The individuals engage in drug use and have been known to throw
unsanitary toilet paper and human waste over our house. It is disheartening to note that despite our efforts to report
these incidents to the city, we have seen no tangible improvements over the past few years. Instead, we are often
redirected to report the issues to the railroad, which has yielded no significant changes. As a responsible homeowner
who dutifully pay our taxes, we have reached a point of exhaustion with this ongoing problem. We believe it is
imperative for the city to acknowledge and address this issues promptly. It is evident that the current approach is
inadequate, and we have lost faith in our local police department, who appear to only respond to tragic events rather
than proactively prevent them. We urgently request your guidance on what needs to occur for city to take decisive
action and alleviate this persistent problem. We trust that you share our concerns and will actively pursue solutions to
ensure the safety and well-being of our community. Together, we can make a positive impact and restore the peace of
mind that has been diminished by these ongoing challenges.
Thank you for your attention to this matter.
Sincerely,
A concern resident of Anaheim
Elizabeth Alvarez
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Susana Barrios
From: Mayra Jimenez <info@email.actionnetwork.org>
Sent: Thursday, July 6, 2023 9:24 AM
To: Public Comment
Subject: [EXTERNAL] Anaheim: Don't Dodge Democracy, Let the Voters Speak!
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For Public Cornment,
Dear Mayor and Honorable City Counces,
l write as a concerned citizen of Ainah6lim to ask that you refuse to Iput the Hot6l & Event
Center Worker Protection 161tiative on a costly speciall election this year. Ainah6lim is a city
that has struggled with transparency tin government for too Iong. The voters of this city have
the right to Iknow what is Ihalppenliing with our laws and the right to have our voices heard. This
161tiative is an lImportaint step for our city to take, and we ineed as many voters as possible tin
this city to cast their Iballllots on this vlitall issue.
According to the Counces staff report from last month's May 16 meeting, a speciall election
would cost the city $1,477,297 $1,632,776. That's compared to the $198,891 $233,265
that it would cost to put the 161tiative on the Iballllot tin the geneirdl election tin 2024, for a
difference of over a iml!Hioin doHairs. L.et's Ibe clear: The City of Ainah6lim should NOT dirdlin its
coffers to hold a speciall election at the Ibelhest of big business linteirests.
There is ino reason to Ilinteint6oindlllly Illiirnit the aimount of voices Ainah6lim is wHfing to hear on this
issue, and scheddllling a speciall election would very likely mean fewer voters would weigh tin
on this llimportaint issue, inot to mention the enormous cost the speciall election would have to
hairdworking taxpayers tin Ainah6lim. PlIease place this 161tiative on the geneirdl election Iballllot
In November of 2024.
Mayra JlIimeinez
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Susana Barrios
From: Darcy Porter <info@email.actionnetwork.org>
Sent: Wednesday, June 28, 2023 2:00 PM
To: Public Comment
Subject: [EXTERNAL] Protect Your Hospitality Workers! Your city's economy depends on it!
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attachments unless you recognize the sender and are expecting the message.
For Public Cornment,
I'm a Ihospitdlllity worker w1ho calls Ainalh6lim tlh6lir Ihorne and ireooginlizes t1he oveirw1h61ming
�preseince of Ihospitdlllity and service workers as a dir9lviing force llin Ainalh6lffs liindustrlies. We,
t1he Ihaird working voters of your city, inot orally deserve protection at work but we deserve to
hive a dig6lfied life and earn fair wages. Safety is truly just t1he tip of t1he iceberg. We slhodldin't
just Ibe irnerelly Al..JI-OWED to SURVIVE, to Illive WItIlhout fear. We slhodld Ibe able to THRIVE, to
create, and to Ipuirsue direams as is t1he ir9iglht of every American. Protect your workers, protect
your citizens. Do t1he ir9iglht tNling. Pass t1his ordlinaince.
MIMM
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Susana Barrios
From: Margot Pierrong
Sent: Sunday, July 9, 2023 4:15 PM
To: Public Comment
Subject: [EXTERNAL] SIDEWALK VENDORS ILLEGALLY SELLING FOOD
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I am still shocked to see how many sidewalk vendors are still being allowed to sell —
illegally sell — because they hold no permits nor health dept. clearances — on the
sidewalks of Anaheim. I drove to Beach Blvd & Lincoln Street , Anaheim — & was
shocked to see so many sidewalk vendors being allowed to sell. This does nothing for
the City of Anaheim & with their handwritten cardboard signs, makes the city look
trashy trashy trashy! .... but I am seeing them all over Anaheim. I am not seeing any in
the City of Orange — how come? Do they monitor their streets better than Anaheim
does? .... please get rid of these trashy sidewalk vendors who do not provide any money
to the city AND who make our great city of Anaheim look trashy!
Margot Pierrong
Anaheim — 92804
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Susana Barrios
From: Craig A Durfey
Sent: Friday, July 7, 2023 7:12 PM
To: Craig A Durfey; Public Comment; Theresa Bass
Subject: [EXTERNAL] Fwd: [rail -trail eNews] See your impact; Running for good; Powerful
connections; and more!
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Date: Fri, Jul 7, 2023 at 3:18 PM
Subject: [rail -trail eNews] See our im act; Running for good; Powerful connections; and more!
To: Craig A Durfey
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From: Michael Mavrovouniotis
Sent: Monday, July 10, 2023 10:33 AM
To: Public Comment
Subject: [EXTERNAL] Grand Jury on OC Animal Care
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attachments unless you recognize the sender and are expecting the message.
I support the Findings and Recommendations of the Grand Jury on OC Animal Care.
The Grand Jury Report on OC Animal Care can be found here:
htlps://www.ocgrandjur oy rg//pdfs/2022_2023 Wreport/Gimme Shelter and a Pound of Advice.pdf
Below is the intact text of the Grand Jury's Findings and Recommendations. (I added yellow highlighting to
what I found most interesting... and cyan highlighting to an important cat issue.)
FINDINGS
Management has limited flexibility utilizing personnel within Orange County
Animal Care across departments due to structured work rules, volunteer work restrictions, and
employees working in departmental silos.
Low staff morale exists within Orange County Animal Care.
II°°°
Orange County Animal Care staffing is negatively impacted by vacant positions remaining unfilled for
greater than six months due to burdensome hiring processes. This delay in recruitment and
completion of hiring has resulted in qualified candidates declining job offers.
if°° N
Based upon industry standards and best practices, Orange County Animal Care kennel attendants
are understaffed to meet the needs of animals under care.
II°°°
Orange County Animal Care's operating policies and procedures manual is out of date.
II°°°
The Orange County Animal Care Volunteer program was stopped during COVID-
19 and restarting the program has been slow, resulting in decreased animal socialization and
enrichment.
Animal Ill lire
Orange County Animal Care's Behavior Evaluation Committee evaluates dogs for euthanasia without
written guidelines, policies, or procedures, resulting in
inconsistent outcomes over time. Behavior evaluated euthanasia outcomes are dependent on
the experience and personal considerations of the individual committee members and
management rather than written objective standards.
II°°°
The rate of behavioral euthanasia of dogs has increased significantly over the last 2 years.
II°°°
Orange County Animal Care does not employ a professional or trained and
certified animal behaviorist to oversee the shelter's dog enrichment program,
resulting in dogs with declining behavior being placed at greater risk of being euthanized.
11:::::12 There have been public concerns and requests expressed over the years for
public programs to include a spay/neuter program by Orange County Animal Care.
nn iir a in lii c liff in / Outreach
11:::::13 The current adoption appointment system restricts public access to the dog
kennels, thereby limiting potential adopters' access to all available animals.
II°°° 14
Orange County Animal Care's engagement with some animal rescue partners is negatively impacted
due to differences of opinion in appropriate animal care policy.
11:::::15 Internal and community engagement does not adequately communicate the shelter's mission
and operating strategy.
II°°° 16
The information currently on the Orange County Animal Care website for low- cost spay/neuter is not
up to date with regard to referrals and prices for spay/neuter procedures.
Il nnr l lil nnen Ihe II in lii g lii in
if°° 17
The OC County Counsel's office misstated to the Grand Jury the scope of its commitment to serving
and assisting the Grand Jury in its investigations into County governance respecting managing
conflicts between the Board of Supervisors, OC departments and agency clients, and the
Grand Jury.
RECOMMENDATIONS
II°1i
By October 1, 2023, OC Human Resource Services should review and update recruitment strategies to
significantly increase the timeliness of recruitment of vacant positions and to anticipate vacancies
due to retirement, resignations, transfers. (F3)
11:12
By December 31, 2023, Orange County Animal Care, OC Community
Resources, and OC Human Resource Services should review hiring practices to facilitate process
improvements to expedite filling OCAC vacancies. (F3)
II°3
By October 1, 2023, OC Community Resources and Orange County Animal
Care should review their current staffing allocations of Animal Care Attendants to reflect NACA
guidelines and to provide appropriate staffing allocations for animal care, feeding and enrichment.
(F3, F4)
II°4
By October 1, 2023, OC Community Resources and Orange County Animal Care should review their
current staffing allocations of all positions within the
OCAC and reallocate resources to increase Animal Care Attendants to reflect NACA guidelines to
provide appropriate staffing for animal care, feeding, and enrichment. (F3, F4)
11:15
By December 31, 2023, Orange County Animal Care management should
review and update policies, procedures, guidelines, and practices to assure they are accurate and
reflect current operating practices. (F5)
11:16
By June 30, 2024, the Board of Supervisors should evaluate the strategic option of creating a Joint
Powers Authority for the County and fourteen contract Cities to take ownership and shared
responsibility for the financial and operating policies and practices of OCAC. (F1 thru F16)
Welfare
if1
By October 1, 2023, Orange County Animal Care management should establish written guidelines,
policies, and procedures as standards for evaluating animal behavior for use by the Behavior
Evaluation Committee. (F5, F7)
11:18
By December 31, 2023, in the interests of transparency, Orange County Animal Care management
should add a representative from a rescue organization to serve as a non -voting, at -
large member on the Behavior Evaluation Committee. (F7, F14)
11:19
By December 31, 2023, Orange County Animal Care, OC Community Resources, and OC Human
Resource Services should hire an animal behaviorist or certified dog trainers to work with
aggressive animals to reduce
the high rate of dogs being euthanized and enhance their adoptability. (F8, F9)
HE
II°1i 1
By July 1, 2024, Orange County Animal Care should implement a low-cost public spay/neuter program.
(F12)
irmirn a in lii tlii in / Outreach
II°1i
By October 1, 2023, Orange County Animal Care management should hold all- hands staff meetings at
least every quarter. (F1, F2)
II°1i 3
By October 1, 2023, Orange County Animal Care, OC Community Resources, and OC Human Resource
Services should conduct annual surveys of staff to
monitor morale and identify opportunities for operational improvement. (F1, F2)
II°1i 4
By December 31, 2023, Orange County Animal Care management should open the shelter to the public
for walk throughs to maximize opportunities for the public to adopt animals under the care of the
shelter. (F13)
II°1
By October 1, 2023, Orange County Animal Care management should look for new ways to be more
inclusive and engaged with volunteers and the rescue organizations that are necessary for the
shelter's success. (F14, F15)
II°1
By October 1, 2023, Orange County Animal Care should schedule quarterly meetings with community
stakeholders to facilitate transparency and engagement. (F14, F15)
II°1i "'
By October 1, 2023, Orange County Animal Care management should update
the information currently on its website for low-cost spay/neuter of feral cats with regard to referrals
and prices for spay/neuter procedures. (F16)
IIrnIpedirneints to the Investigation
II°1i 8
Beginning with the 2023/2024 Grand Jury training, and all training thereafter, County Counsel should
provide detailed instruction about the circumstances under which the County Counsel's office
might recuse itself from assisting with
Grand Jury investigations and the alternatives available to the Grand Jury under such
circumstances. (F17)
Susana Barrios
From: Better Anaheim
Sent: Tuesday, July 11, 2023 10:36 AM
To: Public Comment
Subject: [EXTERNAL] Public Comment - JL Group Investigation
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attachments unless you recognize the sender and are expecting the message.
This is a quote from the following OC Register article, regarding the JL Group Anaheim Corruption
Investigation Report currently being redacted due to privacy concerns prior to public release:
"Councilmember Natalie Rubalcava, who was elected in November, said she's heard that one possible
recommendation could be how the city handles ticket transparency for events."
This statement from Councilmember Rubalcava led us to question where exactly it was she "heard" about this
possible recommendation.
Better Anaheim contacted the Register who informed us that per notes from their interview with Rubalcava, the
Councilmember had stated she "heard" this information from individuals interviewed by the JL Group during
the investigation.
By openly discussing potential findings prior to public release with the OC Register, Councilmember Rubalcava
fails to abide by the same instruction she placed on the JL Group not to give information to the media. This
hypocritical "do as I say, not as I do" behavior by an elected official is ethically problematic for several reasons:
I )Because Rubalcava has engaged in attempted influencing of public opinion with poorly -timed, incoherent,
conflation arguments during public meetings while the investigation was still ongoing as reported by Better
Anaheim.
2)Because Rubalcava may have contributed to the creation of biased narratives based on incomplete
information as a result, potentially making it difficult for investigators to conduct their work objectively and
without undue pressure.
3)Rubalcava could have compromised the integrity of the process. Suspects or witnesses could have altered
their testimonies or behavior once becoming aware of details being discussed, potentially hindering the ability
of investigators to reach a fair and accurate conclusion.
4)Considering the steps currently being taken to ensure sensitive and private information about individuals
involved in the investigation is protected, it is now possible that Rubalcava discussing these interviews
prematurely could have created a breach of confidentiality and violation of the privacy rights of those involved.
The potential harm caused by Rubalcava discussing investigation interviews before findings are released, then
sharing hearsay interview information with the OC Register should be scrutinized further by both the Anaheim
City Council and the public, and steps should be taken to ensure that the principles of due process, fairness, and
privacy are being upheld before residents can even consider if the public release of the redacted JL Group
Investigation report constitutes a just and unbiased outcome.
https://www.ocregister.com/2023/07/0I/independent-anaheim-corruption-investigation-due-monday-redacted-
version-will-take-weeks-to-be-released/
Susana Barrios
From: Guita
Sent: Tuesday, July 11, 2023 1:05 PM
To: Public Comment
Subject: [EXTERNAL] Volleyball Game at Anaheim Convention Center
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recognize the sender and are expecting the message.
As a concern citizen and also serving on over 20 community boards as well as serving as the 5th Supervisorial district for
Measure M Tax Payor Oversight I'm broken as to the events that happend during z volleyball game of Iran match and the
security interactions with the Iranian audience -
I like to know why colors of Red white and green or picture if Mahsa Amini ( daughter of Iran) in T shirts or any flag was
banned while people were wearing shirts or sweatshirts that were given to them with ISLamic republic Iran flag on the
arms ( for free at door) who were non Iranians wearing was ok. This is discrimination and as a citizen of Orange County I
like to hear Council addressing this?
Thankyou
Guita Sharifi, Ph.D.
Susana Barrios
From: Mitra Mosallaie
Sent: Tuesday, July 11, 2023 12:26 PM
To: Public Comment
Cc: Tannaz Razzaghi; Maryam; amir abbas sabei; Roya Javaherchi
Subject: [EXTERNAL] Anaheim Convention Center
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attachments unless you recognize the sender and are expecting the message.
Dear Mayor and City Council Members;
I attended four of the volleyball National League games at Anaheim Convention Center last week!
I was shocked to see how I was deprived from my basic rights as a US citizen and especially as a business
owner in Anaheim who have paid tax dollars to this city.
I was not allowed to enter the building because I had Iran's flag on my shirt while no where in the prohibited
items was mentioning any regulations on T- Shirt for July 4th games.
Shockingly the regulations changed for the next game and limitations on the T-shirt was added to the
prohibited list.
On July 6th, I was not allowed to enter the venue because my t-shirt had a picture of Mahsa Amini! (You have
heard this name during our request to pass the Iran resolution)
We were not allowed to carry US flag and/or Iran's flag to the venue! Even on 4th of July!!!!! Why this game
had different regulations compare to the games in previous years?
Such a disappointment to see a city who has passed a resolution to condemn the barbaric regime of Iran is
working with their lobbyists to modify the regulations.
Looking forward to your response!
Respectfully,
Mitra Mosallaie
Please look at the attached reg
Susana Barrios
From: Simon Sadri
Sent: Tuesday, July 11, 2023 11:27 AM
To: Public Comment
Subject: [EXTERNAL] Anaheim Convention Center Management
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attachments unless you recognize the sender and are expecting the message.
Dear Anaheim Convention Center Management,
I am writing to you on behalf of the Orange County's Iranian Americans who watched all four volleyball games where the
Iranian national team played, following our recent experience at your facility held on July 41" through 91", 2023.
The Iranian volleyball team has a dedicated and passionate fan base who genuinely appreciate the sport and respect the
spirit of healthy competition. We attended the event at your center with the same enthusiasm, hoping to witness an
enjoyable contest and support our team in a conducive, respectful, and welcoming environment. Regrettably, our
experience was far from satisfying.
From the moment we entered your facility, we were met with an unwelcoming atmosphere that was palpable
throughout our stay. Notably, the behavior of some of your staff members was far below the standards we would expect
from a venue of your esteem. We encountered a series of interactions where staff members were dismissive,
uncooperative, and in some instances, outright rude. This behavior created an uncomfortable environment, significantly
dampening our experience.
Furthermore, many of us felt that we were treated as if we were a burden or an inconvenience, instead of respected
guests at your establishment. Given the level of professionalism and courtesy we have come to expect from previous
experiences at various sporting events, we were not only shocked but also deeply disappointed by our experience at
Anaheim Convention Center.
We understand that running such a major event is undoubtedly a complex and demanding task. However, this should
not come at the expense of basic courtesy and respect for your visitors, some of whom were completely denied entry to
the stadium. Each attendee, irrespective of the team they support, deserves to be treated with kindness and respect.
We believe that feedback is a crucial element in the process of improvement. Therefore, we hope that our experience
and the concerns voiced in this letter will prompt you to conduct an internal review of your staff training and customer
service policies. It would be much appreciated if your team could be reminded of the importance of "treating all guests
equally and with the utmost respect".
We hope that this incident was an exception and not the norm at [Convention Center Name]. We wish to see the
Anaheim Convention Center, not only as a great sporting venue but also a welcoming space for all fans to enjoy and
celebrate the spirit of sport, irrespective of their affiliations or nationalities.
Thank you for your attention to this important matter. We look forward to a positive change in the future.
Sincerely,
Simon Sadri