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Susana Barrios
From:Meghan Shigo <meghanshigo@gmail.com>
Sent:Tuesday, June 18,
To:Public Comment; Natalie Rubalcava
Subject:\[EXTERNAL\] Board and Care facility regulation
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Anaheim City Council Members
200 S Anaheim Blvd
Anaheim, CA 92805
Dear Anaheim City Council Members,
I hope this letter finds you well. I am writing to bring to your attention an important matter regarding the
regulation of Board and Care facilities within our city.
As you are aware, Anaheim is currently facing challenges regarding these facilities, highlighted by
ongoing legal issues. It is crucial, in light of these circumstances, to prioritize the implementation and
enforcement of fundamental health, safety, and business regulations for Board and Care facilities,
consistent with standards applied to other businesses operating within residential areas of Anaheim.
Specifically, I urge the council to consider the following measures:
1. **Licensing and Yearly Inspections:** Implement a requirement for Board and Care facilities to obtain
an annual license from the city. Regular inspections should be conducted to ensure compliance with
health and safety standards.
2. **Adherence to Title 22 Standards:** Hold Board and Care facilities accountable to Title 22
regulations, which are essential for safeguarding the well-being of residents.
3. **Even Distribution Across Anaheim:** Ensure equitable distribution of Board and Care facilities
throughout Anaheim to prevent concentration in any one neighborhood, promoting balanced community
development.
By enforcing these measures, we can uphold the quality of life for all Anaheim residents and maintain the
integrity of our neighborhoods. It is essential to treat Board and Care facilities with the same level of
scrutiny and oversight as any other type of residential business to ensure transparency and
accountability.
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I appreciate your attention to this matter and trust that the council will take decisive action to address
these concerns. Please feel free to contact me at if you require any further information or if I can assist in
any way.
Thank you for your service to our community.
Sincerely,
Meghan Shigo
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