12/12/2023ANAHEIM CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING OF DECEMBER 12, 2023
The regular meeting of December 12, 2023 was called to order at 2:34 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 December 7, 2023, with a revised agenda subsequently posted on
December 9, 2023.
MEMBERS PRESENT: Mayor Ashleigh E. Aitken and Council Members Natalie Rubalcava,
Jose Diaz, Carlos A. Leon, Norma Campos Kurtz, Stephen Faessel,
and Natalie Meeks
STAFF PRESENT: City Manager Jim Vanderpool, City Attorney Robert Fabela, and City
Clerk Theresa Bass
ADDITIONS/DELETIONS TO CLOSED SESSION:
City Clerk Theresa Bass announced that Closed Session Item No. 01 was withdrawn from the Closed
Session agenda. City Attorney Robert Fabela announced that Closed Session Item No. 04 is related
to Transient Occupancy Tax (TOT) issues with JW Marriott.
PUBLIC COMMENTS ON CLOSED SESSION: None
CLOSED SESSION: At 2:35 p.m., Mayor Aitken recessed to closed session for consideration of the
following:
CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL — ANTICIPATED LITIGATION
Initiation of litigation pursuant to paragraph (2) of subdivision (d) of California
Government Code Section 54956.9: One potential case
2. 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
3. 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
4. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL — POTENTIAL LITIGATION
Initiation of litigation pursuant to paragraph (2) of subdivision (d) of California
Government Code Section 54956.9: One potential case
5. CONFERENCE WITH LABOR NEGOTIATORS
(Subdivision (a) of Section 54957.6 of the California Government Code)
Agency Designated Representative: Linda Andal, Human Resources Director
Name of Employee Organizations: Service Employees' International Union, United Service
At 4:00 p.m., Mayor Aitken reconvened the Anaheim City Council.
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MEMBERS PRESENT: Mayor Ashleigh E. Aitken and Council Members Natalie Rubalcava,
Jose Diaz, Carlos A. Leon, Norma Campos Kurtz, Stephen Faessel,
and Natalie Meeks
D125 WORKSHOP: Brookhurst Corridor Study Report
Economic Development Director Sergio Ramirez reported on August 23, 2022, the City Council voted
to designate a portion of the Brookhurst Corridor as Little Arabia District and directed staff to conduct
a study researching the needs of the local community to analyze options for the corridor. He reported
a multi -departmental team of staff selected Dudek Services to complete a comprehensive analysis,
visioning, and engage the community for the enhancement of the 3.5-mile Brookhurst Corridor.
Dudek Urban Design Director Gaurav Srivastava thanked staff, members of the community, and the
members of the working group who participated in the process. He noted the presentation will include
the project overview, outreach and engagement, and primarily focus on recommendations. He
reported the study began in April 2023 with objectives of the study involving studying the 3.5-mile
corridor and understanding the issues within the corridor including land use, demographics, mobility,
economics, real estate, parking, and public realm; comprehensively engaging the community; and
analyzing the boundaries of Little Arabia for potential modifications.
Mr. Srivastava reported the study found Brookhurst Street is a valued corridor in West Anaheim
connecting California State Route 91(SR-91) and Katella Avenue playing a significant role in the daily
lives of locals and visitors, featuring an eclectic mix of uses. He added the commercial activity is
concentrated in a one -mile segment between Lincoln Avenue and Ball Road known as Little Arabia —
a cluster of businesses self -'identifying as originating from the Middle East and North Africa (MENA).
He emphasized the element of self -identifying the businesses of other ethnic origins have adopted an
Arab/MENA identity since the area began to organically grow in the 1980s. He added the area brings
visitors from around Southern California for being the only such Arab/MENA clustering in the region
and one of only a handful nationally.
Mr. Srivastava stated their nine -month analysis has confirmed the designation adopted by the City
Council was an appropriate action. He described the process to arrive at the recommendations
including analysis and discovery, alternatives and vetting ideas, and refining recommendations. Each
of the phases were accompanied by a community event which formed the ideas that were generated
during the process.
Dudek Urban Design Principal Catherine Tang Saez described the multi -layered approach across
multiple cultures, languages, formats, locations, and interests with the goal of creating a transparent
and inclusive process to understand community needs. She reported on the multi -layered approach
to community engagement including residents, businesses, property owners, community
organizations, visitors, and City staff, amounting to about 300 public participants. She commended
the turnout of the highly visible community walking tour in August, along with a pair of open house
events in November to share preliminary ideas. She added three successful Working Group meetings
were held with people representing a cross-section of interests in the Corridor. She noted Dudek
received over 300 written comments and concluded that the community feedback served as a critical
asset to the recommendations.
Mr. Srivastava noted some of Dudek's recommendations are short-term changes while others are
long-term matters. He presented his recommendations beginning with improvements to branding and
identity to help mark the Corridor including partnering with Caltrans to install a sign on Interstate 5
(1-5), encouraging bilingual business signage, identifying the Brookhurst Corridor in the Citywide
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Public Art Plan, the addition of street banners, and a distinct point of arrival marker. He recommended
the formation of regional partnerships, encouraging County -level partnerships with the cultural
districts of Koreatown and Little Saigon, both further down Brookhurst Street in different jurisdictions.
He encouraged holding more formal events and celebrations in Little Arabia, particularly during the
months of Ramadan, including the creation of a City framework for night markets and an annual
Brookhurst Food Festival.
Mr. Srivastava recommended improvements to the public right of way including enhanced cohesive
landscaping in the commercial heart of the Corridor, likely through a Master Plan, and extending the
median south of Ball Road ideally north to 1-5 but at minimum to Lincoln Avenue. He recommended
measures to improve pedestrian and bicycle safety including full compliance with the Americans With
Disabilities Act (ADA), improved street lighting, additional crosswalks with longer crossing windows,
and a protected bicycle lane along Brookhurst Street for better vehicular separation.
Ms. Saez recommended having either all or just the Little Arabia portion of Brookhurst Street
designated as a "Primary Arterial Highway" by the Orange County Transportation Authority (OCTA)
from its current designation of a "Major Arterial Highway". The reconfiguration would help to increase
vibrant street life providing the community with the Corridor's vision as a place and maintaining the
Corridor's function as a transportation facility. She noted this will allow for the fulfillment of a
community vision including outdoor dining, street parking, and shopping. She recommended an
update to the 30-year-old Brookhurst Commercial Corridor Overlay Zone (BCCOZ) to establish
design guidelines, reconcile conflicting zoning designations, and allow for a more pedestrian and
visitor -friendly area.
Ms. Saez reported over 100 businesses self -identify as either Arab or MENA along the entire length
of Brookhurst Street with 70% of them lying between Broadway and Ball Road. She recommended
expanding the Little Arabia District's boundaries slightly south of Ball Road to include the iconic
Altayebat Market along with other businesses. She suggested similarly extending the District north to
Crescent Avenue to include critical social services including the Council on Islamic -American
Relations (CAIR-LA) but noting this extension could come at a risk of diluting the District's identity by
including many non -associated homes.
Ms. Saez recommended using the City's Strategic Plan as an opportunity to recognize Little Arabia as
a priority project, and the establishment of a cultural districts program in Anaheim, providing the City
of San Francisco as an example. She recommended submitting Little Arabia for designation as a
California Cultural District when the State revives the program. She recommended creating a Task
Force or Committee to continue the momentum started by the Study, providing business support, and
beginning the process of establishing a Business Improvement District (BID).
Ms. Saez reported Dudek has created potential action plans based on their recommended areas of
intervention, noting the recommendations can vary in terms of the ease of short-term
accomplishment. She concluded the presentation with an outline of Dudek's many recommendations
based on the relative ease of completion.
Director Ramirez thanked the Dudek team for their work on the study, Director of Public Works Rudy
Emami, Director of Planning and Building Ted White, Director of Community Services Sjany Larson -
Cash, Chief Communications Officer Mike Lyster, City Manager Vanderpool, and all the staff who
contributed to the study efforts. He thanked the working group comprised of stakeholders to help
guide the study including Amin Nash, Patrick DiDodo, Beck Levin, Hussam Ayloush, Anh Pham,
Darryl and Tracy Gamboa, Elain Kraus, Nathan Zug, Nahla Kayali, and Rashad AI-Dabbagh. He
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thanked residents for participating in the process and Economic Development Department staff Nick
Gomez and Stephen Stoewer.
DISCUSSION: Mayor Aitken stated the designation is long overdue and it is exciting to be taking
these next steps.
Council Member Leon expressed appreciation to the Dudek and Economic Development Department
staff for their work on the nine -month -long study. He thanked residents, community members, and
stakeholders for taking part in the study and providing feedback. In response to Council Member
Leon, Ms. Saez reported there were eleven (11) stakeholders in the Working Group meetings with at
least eight (8) in attendance at each meeting. She reported all public events and the online survey
combined to receive the engagement of over 300 people, 70% of whom were residents.
Council Member Leon requested clarification on signage in Little Saigon. Ms. Saez clarified Little
Saigon is located partly in the City of Westminster and the City of Garden Grove, but Westminster
coordinates the efforts surrounding the district designation. She added Westminster is also in the
process of creating a gateway sign for Little Saigon crossing Bolsa Avenue.
In response to Council Member Leon's inquiry, Mr. Srivastava confirmed there is potential to expand
Little Arabia's boundaries beyond Brookhurst Street while maintaining signage in the heart of Little
Arabia.
Council Member Leon expressed his excitement for this project on behalf of District 2. He added
providing a sense of safety and security was one of the initial focuses for the Study and thanked the
Anaheim Police Department (APD) for its recentinstallation of overt cameras across Brookhurst
Street. to enhance safety by deterring crime. He thanked West Anaheim residents for speaking up on
behalf of Little Arabia and lauded the proud diversity of Anaheim as being a strength to the City. He
reported his intention to work with City staff to bring forward the short-term recommendations to
fruition rapidly along with working on a Strategic Plan to cover some of the longer -term
recommendations. He highlighted the potential the study will bring to the Little Arabia District and
West Anaheim. He noted he and Council Member Diaz agree on the potential of West Anaheim as an
economic engine as this will help unlock its potential. He asked residents to continue to participate in
the process.
Council Member Faessel noted he is one of the two current Council Members who voted in favor of
the designation with one of the most important components being residential engagement and not
merely area businesses. He reported the study brought forward information and creative ideas for the
area. He thanked Dudek for the company's work in this area and its robust study.
Council Member Diaz thanked former Council Member Gloria Ma'ae for her efforts towards the study.
He stated the portions most important to him are a Little Arabia sign on 1-5, encouraging bilingual
signage approved by the property owner, adding public art and street banners, and mostly essentially
designing a formal entrance gateway. He commended the idea of joining with other jurisdictions to
market the combination of Little Arabia, Koreatown, and Little Saigon as a multi -cultural tourist
destination. He stated night markets, food festivals, and street beautification are essential
components. He added landscaping should match what might be found in the Middle East. He
commended the BID concept because of how these improvements can be paid for in partnership by
both the City and the businesses. He agreed with expanding the District south of Ball Road, however,
noted northerly expansion is premature. He encouraged residents to visit Little India in the City of
Artesia due to its similarities to India and noted he shares a similar vision for the public visiting Little
Arabia.
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Council Member Meeks lauded the multicultural aspects of the Study.
In response to Council Member Meeks, Mr. Srivastava confirmed community members encouraged
and Dudek prioritized the multi -cultural aspect of the neighborhood.
Council Member Meeks noted some of its long-established commercial properties give Little Arabia
an advantage over comparable areas, allowing for easier -to -manage street markets and other small
events not requiring the closure of Brookhurst Street. She agreed that corridor -specific landscaping
makes a significant difference in creating a sense of place. She encouraged a deeper look into
creating an ideal flow of traffic for both pedestrians and vehicles, noting the proposed media will
eliminate several left -turning lanes. She cautioned against requesting the Corridor be redesignated by
Orange County Transit Authority (OCTA) as a "Primary Arterial Highway" by noting it could potentially
lead to gridlock.
In response to Mayor Pro Tem Rubalcava, Mr. Srivastava clarified their research looked at BIDs
based on California's definitions which are either merchant -based or property -based. He added it is a
complex process to establish a BID because, whether property or business -based, 50% need to vote
for self -assessments so it requires coalition building with a core group and can often fail to become
established. He noted that while Anaheim has a precedent with self -assessed districts, Brookhurst
would have to go through its own process.
In response to Mayor Pro Tern Rubalcava's inquiries, Director Ramirez confirmed the Resort District
is the City's existing BID and this would be the City's second BID adhering to commercial
improvement. He confirmed staff can begin this process based on City Council direction and
community interest. He added the two models would be either property -based or merchant -based
and each can be explored based upon stakeholder interest levels.
Mayor Pro Tern Rubalcava requested staff investigate how it would impact the work of Visit Anaheim
and its potential role in promoting the Corridor and keeping in mind how the Little Arabia residents
and businesses feel about a potential BID. She stated her support for signage, however, cautioned
proposed funding sources would originate from Visit Anaheim and Anaheim Transportation which
receive their funding through the self -assessment of the Resort District.
Mayor Pro Tern Rubalcava stated beautification is a major issue for her, especially in the central and
western portions of the City, and expressed her support to ensure the City is reserving enough
revenue to oversee this aspect. She expressed concerns about requesting the redesignation of the
street due to increasing traffic. Mayor Pro Tern Rubalcava questioned whether some of the proposed
events like night markets are better managed by the Chamber of Commerce or Visit Anaheim as
opposed to the City.
Council Member Kurtz expressed her support for the Little Arabia designation. She stated the
neighborhood needs appropriate signage and qualities to create an experience for the public, similar
to the Vietnamese feel of Little Saigon.
In response to Council Member Kurtz, Director Ramirez confirmed there is a group of engaged and
eager commercial stakeholders from various communities and the Arabic community ready to help
enhance the area. Council Member Kurtz reiterated her support and expressed her excitement to visit
once the proposed recommendations have been implemented.
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In response to Mayor Aitken, City Attorney Fabela confirmed no specific action can be voted on
during the Workshop. He noted City Council comments will be considered by staff and any formal
action would have to be agendized for a later date.
Mayor Aitken expressed her appreciation for the focus on pedestrian and bicycle safety, noting she
had difficulties crossing streets while joining the August walking tour. Mayor Aitken expressed her
desire to agendize the short-term recommendations and more information on nuanced differences in
Specific Plans for comparable districts and the logistics of implementation along with costs at the next
City Council meeting. She requested information distributed to the Council or brought back for
discussion on the differences between cultural districts, business districts, enterprise zones, and
specific plans.
Director Ramirez confirmed there is some of the requested information is in the report and added staff
will provide additional information for items not included. He stated the information received today will
be included in a finalized report available to the City Council and public. Mayor Aitken echoed her
Council colleague's comments regarding the process and providing the area a platform to succeed.
In response to Mayor Aitken, Director Ramirez reported the City of Buena Park recently adopted a
Koreatown district. He added Little Saigon is the other example within Orange County. Mr. Srivastava
added this reflects how significant and special the Little Arabia designation is. Ms. Saez added Little
India, mentioned by Council Member Diaz, is in Los Angeles County.
PUBLIC COMMENTS ON WORKSHOP:
City Clerk Theresa Bass reported that a total of one (1) public comment was received electronically
related to the Workshop. [A final total of one (1) public comment was received electronically,
distributed to the City Council, and made part of the official records]. — See Appendix.
Mark Richard Daniels encouraged focusing on the Ball Road portion of Little Arabia first and building
outwards from there. He encouraged using date trees and crescent moons in the signage. He stated
this designation is long overdue and credited the Arabian families who have reinvented this entire
area of the City.
Beck Levin, Systems Change Advocate for the Dayle McIntosh Center (DMC) for the Disabled,
discussed the DMC's mission of providing access for adults with disabilities from its office at the
corner of Brookhurst Street and Crescent Avenue. She added she lives at the corner of Brookhurst
Street and Ball Road, traversing all of Little Arabia daily on her commute. She reported she worked
with the Dudek group and highly lauded their work, specifically its community engagement efforts.
She endorsed all of the recommendations. She added funding the project and the statement it makes
is particularly vital to enhance and protect the Arab community in the face of Islamophobic hate
crimes.
Mazatl Tepehyolotzin stated this is needed and long overdue as an example of Anaheim's diversity.
He added his fellow Native Americans stand in solidarity with their Middle Eastern brothers. He
reported on the Barrio Logan cultural area in the City of San Diego. He noted Little Arabia will add
revenue to the City. He concluded his comments with a Native American prayer.
Amin Nash, Policy and Research Coordinator for the Arab American Civic Council, expressed his
pleasure at this exercise and knowing the community's voices have been heard. He noted many
things he suggested in the past like the creation of a business coalition have been included in the
recommendations. He noted Little Arabia has been a center of healing for many given the recent
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violent events in Palestine. He reported a group of 90 high school students from the City of Pasadena
recently visited Little Arabia to learn about Arabic culture. He recognized Nahla Kayali for her work in
Little Arabia and praised her as a leader in the community.
Bonita Gagne expressed concerns about potential gridlock if street volume is decreased. She invited
the City Council to visit Brookhurst Street during peak traffic times. She emphasized maintaining the
street as a "Major Arterial Highway" is important.
Nancy Joy Tooley expressed concerns about potential traffic ramifications. She inquired about plans
for additional parking and plans for traffic flow if the number of driving lanes on Brookhurst Street is
reduced. She commended all the ideas discussed for Little Arabia and restated her concerns about
parking.
City Clerk Theresa Bass reported that a total of one (1) public comment was received electronically
related to the Workshop. [A final total of one (1) public comment was received electronically,
distributed to the City Council, and made part of the official records]. — See Appendix.
Mayor Aitken closed the Workshop.
INVOCATION: Chaplain Nathan Zug, Anaheim Police & Fire
FLAG SALUTE: Council Member Natalie Meeks
PRESENTATIONS: Recognizing Anaheim High School's Boy's Water Polo Team for making it to
the CIF -Southern Section Division 6 final
Mayor Aitken introduced the Anaheim High School Boy's Water Polo Team who participated in the
CIF -Southern Section Division 6 final, four years after the program was revived.
At 5:38 p.m., Mayor Aitken called to order the Anaheim Housing Authority (in joint session with the
Anaheim City Council).
ADDITIONS/DELETIONS TO THE AGENDAS:
City Clerk Bass announced that for Item No. 14, Volt Workforce Solutions (a division of Volt
Management Corporation) has withdrawn their contract and removed it from consideration.
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 Bass reported that a total of eleven (11) public comments were received electronically prior
to 1:00 p.m. related to City Council agenda items and matters within the jurisdiction of the Anaheim
City Council. [A final total of eleven (11) public comments were received electronically, distributed to
the City Council, and made part of the official records]. — See Appendix.
Mark Richard Daniels stressed the importance of Item No. 11 and the issue of drug -dependent
homeless residents and called upon the City Council to make a concerted effort to have available
facilities and housing for them.
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Tamara Jimenez, Community and Government Relations Manager for Anaheim Lighthouse
Treatment Center, read an email she had submitted for public comment in support of Item No. 11 and
the Community Care Response Team (CCRT). She noted Anaheim Lighthouse has collaborated with
the City and City Net to assist homeless individuals at no cost. She reported since CCRT was
established the number of people Anaheim Lighthouse has assisted has increased exponentially.
She commended the work of CCRT and encouraged the City Council to view the CCRT's work in
person.
Lauren Justice expressed her support of Item No. 11, City Net, and the CCRT and the services they
provided to her when she encountered issues of homelessness and substance abuse. She spoke
glowingly of her experiences working with City Net and the CCRT to help others currently in her
former position. She highlighted City Net's mission to save lives and connect individuals in need to
life-saving services.
Lucille Kring reported on the work of the Orange County Mosquito and Vector Control District in
controlling vectors and other pests for the safety of residents. She cautioned about a variety of
mosquitoes posing a problem in residential areas. She reported Los Angeles County and Orange
County are presently working on sterilizing male mosquitoes to prevent their population from
increasing and urged residents to avoid leaving areas of standing water at their homes.
Brad Fieldhouse, Executive Director of City Net, stated serving the community is a privilege and
detailed City Net's role in working in tandem with the CCRT. He stated the City Council should be
proud of the City's innovative efforts to combat homelessness and added representatives from
around the State look to Anaheim as a model. He invited the Council Members to join them on the
annual Point in Time Count on January 24, 2024.
Jeanine Robbins with People's Homeless Task Force reported the number of homeless residents is
increasing and expressed doubts over the statistics being presented to the City Council. She
challenged the Council Members to speak to the homeless individuals on the streets and in parks and
inquire about the services provided by City Net. She reported receiving a poor response rate from
many of her CCRT calls. She decried City Net's work in the past with the former homeless
encampment on the Santa Ana River Trail. She criticized the City Council's plans to help the
homeless during the winter without a walk-in shelter.
Mike Robbins reported the People's Homeless Task Force has been working with the City's homeless
for two decades. He criticized the City's service providers and called for more oversight of City Net.
He stated a quarter of the $8 million in Item No. 11 will go to City Net's upper administration and not
the people on the streets. He requested the People's Homeless Task Force be permitted to provide
monthly oversight of City Net. He questioned Mr. Fieldhouse's statistics and called for the City
Council to look deeper into the City's current system.
Lupe Ramirez decried the living conditions at Rancho La Paz Mobile Home Park due to the
mismanagement of John Saunders who donated to the Council Members' campaigns. She decried
spending so much to help the homeless when the City does nothing for senior citizens at Rancho La
Paz forcing residents to instead gain needed assistance from Assemblymember Sharon Quirk -Silva.
She cited the situation at Rancho La Paz as an example of the City creating more homeless people
by not helping residents of Rancho La Paz. She criticized the past City Council other than former
Council Member Jose Moreno for its inaction at Rancho La Paz in a situation that continues to
worsen. She requested the City Council intervene with Mr. Saunders.
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Paul Hyek stated Mr. Saunders needs to come to the City Council in person as opposed to sending a
representative. He called for walk-in shelters, noting several neighboring municipalities have them.
He called for hiring homeless residents with relevant work experience to help staff the City's shelters.
Emma Burrows, Director of Member Services for the Anaheim/Orange County Hotel & Lodging
Association, thanked the City Council for all its work this year with the Hotel Workers' Safety
Ordinance. She highlighted the organization's collaboration with the City to implement the ordinance.
She added her organization looks forward to other collaboration opportunities in 2024 and beyond.
Cecil Jordan Corkern reported on his interactions with a number of individuals including Walt Disney,
Desi Arnaz, Twisted Sister, and Joan Jett.
Wendy Lewis reported she and her autistic 20-year-old son became homeless due to a family
emergency and no one would return her calls for assistance except for City Net. She encouraged the
City Council to renew City Net's contract. She reported they are in City Net's bridging program and
added the staff has been helpful and respectful. She added they are on the waiting list for a voucher
and disagreed with a previous public commenter by noting City Net is the only organization willing to
help them. She encouraged the City Council to look into non -profits receiving grants and other
benefits without helping people.
Vance Dizney commended the work of Mayor Aitken and the new Council Members. He proposed an
adjustable center wall for freeways and a new variety of electric cars that would not die on the
freeway. He provided a new phone number for his company. He requested Disneyland stay open as
an adult theme park at night.
Nancy requested the City Council adopt a resolution calling for a permanent ceasefire in Palestine,
including a call for the restoration of basic humanitarian aid to Gaza. She added a ceasefire would
save humanity, allow for discussions on a political solution between Palestine and Israel, and save up
to two million civilian lives. She decried the Israeli attacks on Palestine and accused the nation of war
crimes. She encouraged a resolution to be expedited for passage before Christmas.
Matthew Duncan decried the City trapping and killing coyotes since 2017. He reported Coyote,
Wildlife and Pest Solution, Inc. owner is under investigation by the State for violating trapping
regulations and the information has been passed to the Los Angeles County District Attorney. He
requested the Council Members inquire if he is performing the same actions in Anaheim he was
caught performing in the City of Torrance. He commended how respectful the area's Native
Americans are of the coyotes and suggested changing the mascot of Anaheim High School from
Colonists to Coyotes.
Bryan Kaye stated he is attempting to bring ideas on improving the city to the meeting but is met with
no response or action. He noted none of the new Council Members have reached out to thank him for
reporting the APD's racial slur usage. He stated that APD officers deserve better colleagues.
Lisa Sartor detailed her 12-year experience with homelessness, leading to separation from her son,
and how the only group willing to help her was City Net when others turned them away. She added
City staff has also been unhelpful and she has not been allowed to speak directly to Housing and
Community Development Director Grace Stepter. She reported filing a written grievance on behalf of
herself and her ailing son. She extensively detailed her life on the streets and questioned why no one
at City Hall would help her find assistance.
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Mayor Aitken directed Housing and Community Development Deputy Director Sandra Lozeau
to meet with Ms. Sartor to get more information on her case.
Art Castillo commended the APD's School Resource Officers (SRO) but noted the APD officers on
the street are not as well -trained to properly speak to youth. He questioned why the APD would
detain and release kids without even telling their parents. He suggested taking the SROs out of
uniform Would be helpful. He encouraged the Council Members to see more of the daily underbelly of
their community trapping and scaring youth, unlike the SROs' commendable work.
Vern Nelson decried the lackluster services provided by Republic Services in trash collection. He
commended the City Council on its work in 2023. He called for meaningful campaign finance reform
in 2024 to ensure a cleaner and more fair election than the previous six. He commented on conflicts
of interest between Council Members and companies support their campaigns. He encouraged the
City Council and Planning Commission to prioritize the City's interests over private companies and
their proposed projects, citing the proposed Disneyland Forward project. He encouraged the Council
Members January 4, 2024, Anaheim Democrats meeting.
Marc Herbert expressed concern with the City's homeless policies given the amount of public
commenters at the meeting. He inquired about the procedure and lack of web -streaming of Planning
Commission meetings. He questioned why the contract in Item No. 09 is being terminated and what
the new contracts benefits and costs will be. He inquired about a potential lobbyist violation and if the
matter would be prosecuted. He expressed concerns about a potential conflict of interest with Mayor
Pro Tern Rubalcava and the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers (IBEW) contract. He
called for more information on potential conflicts of interest with the proposed Disneyland Forward
project in 2024.
Wes Jones recalled the Alfresco Gardens proposal for low-cost structured camping living
communities which was lobbied to the City in 2017, noting the City of San Diego has recently adopted
a similar plan, and the City of Los Angeles and the City of San Clemente have announced they will
pursue a comparable project. He stated Anaheim has no form of low -barrier shelter and it needs it
along with quality drug and alcohol treatment. He noted the settlement of the Ramirez v. Orange
County lawsuit only requires the City to find shelter for 67% of its homeless population so others can
be left on the streets. He added the City's current plan is inadequate.
COUNCIL COMMUNICATIONS:
Council Member Kurtz thanked Joe Perez and Community Services, Anaheim Community
Foundation, Anaheim Transportation Network, and many of the hotels in the Anaheim Resort area,
came together and are delivering toys to some of the neighborhoods. She also thanked Lifestyle
Cycles; a motorcycle shop located on State College Blvd. They organized a toy run and on Saturday
they were assisted by the Anaheim Police and Fire and Rescue Departments, and over 200
motorcyclists rode to Orange Grove Elementary School and delivered toys for the 600 students that
attend that school.
Council Member Diaz highlighted and shared photographs of Wow Pho & Steak restaurant. He stated
that West Anaheim has many immigrant -owned businesses due to its growing Vietnamese
population. Wow Pho & Steak is located at 2801 W. Ball Road. It is open from 9:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m.
every day. He stated that pho at the restaurant is the best he has tasted, and the portions are big. He
asked everyone to support local businesses. Council Member Diaz congratulated City Manager
Vanderpool for winning the ugly sweater competition.
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Council Member Leon thanked ABRAZAR, Mercy Health, and Saint Justin Martyr Church for their
incredible partnership for the free vaccine clinic. A total of 50 vaccinations were given and COVID
Boosters and Flu shots were also available. He thanked Orange County Board of Supervisors,
Supervisor Doug Chaffee and his team for organizing a food and toy distribution in District 2. Over
1,000 toys were distributed along with fresh produce from United Across Borders and other
organizations. He had the opportunity to stop by the Convention Center for the Annual Christmas
Event held by Families Together of Orange County. There were over 30,000 attendees and they
handed out thousands of toys, free food, activities, and entertainment. Over the last few weeks, his
office held several neighborhood meetings, and he thanked all the residents who attended and asked
questions or made suggestions and shared their concerns around their neighborhood. He stated he is
looking forward to future neighborhood meetings. Council Member Leon thanked City staff for their
continued work and making things happen. He stated the City Council appreciates all employee
contributions to the City. He wished everyone Happy Holidays and Happy New Year.
Mayor Pro Tem Rubalcava shared that 23 individuals graduated last week from the small business
development Emprededor@s Program. A total of 95 individuals have graduated from the program
since 2019. The program helps educate, motivate, empower, and develop leadership skills among
the Hispanic community in Anaheim. She thanked Economic Development Director, Sergio Ramirez
and his team for making the Emprededor@s Program possible. She noted that Spectrum gave the
Orange County Food Bank, also known as Community Action Partnership, a $5,000 check for their
program. The Orange County Food Bank was instrumental during the pandemic and serves the
greater Southern California area. She stated it was an honor to pack 800 food boxes for senior
citizens who live in and around the Orange County area. Mayor Pro Tem Rubalcava highlighted the
residents who stopped by the District 3 booth at the annual Nutcracker Christmas Tree Lighting &
Holiday Village event. She and her staff were able to meet with many residents who reside in and
around District 3. Toys were also donated at the event for the K&A Brunch. She noted that toy
donations are still being accepted. Mayor Pro Tem Rubalcava thanked Nikki Sandusky and Marlene
Alcantar who went above and beyond for this event. They helped set everything up and managed
people's booths. She stated that if not for City staff, these types of events that serve the community
would not happen. Mayor Pro Tem Rubalcava also highlighted a car show hosted by Impalas Orange
County Car Club. This event was in jeopardy of not taking place and she thanked Economic
Development Director, Sergio Ramirez for facilitating communications with the Association who
manages Center Street Promenade. The Car Club partnered with Toys for Tots for toy donations.
Mayor Pro Tem Rubalcava shared that 12 neighborhood meetings have been hosted in District 3,
which has approximately 50,000 residents. She thanked City staff for attending the meetings,
answering questions, and providing resources. She shared that she has received positive feedback
from residents regarding the new community Police Team because they are present and responsive
to the needs of the community. Mayor Pro Tem Rubalcava recommended the book 100 Things To
Do In Anaheim Before You Die" by District 3 resident Melanie Walsh. She shared that the book is
available on Amazon for $18 and would be a great stocking stuffer. Mayor Pro Tem Rubalcava
thanked Zion Lutheran Church for their annual Christmas caroling. Pastor Tim and his parishioners
always make sure to highlight the holidays and are doing a great job in District 3. She thanked Chief
Communications Officer, Mike Lyster, and his team for creating a comprehensive communication
related to the Hotel Workers Safety Ordinance. She noted she worked closely with the City Attorney
as well as City Council Members to make sure there are protections in place that help Resort District
employees. Chief Communications Officer Lyster also spent time with hoteliers in Anaheim to make
sure they are aware of everything they need to know to implement the new law that will take effect in
2024. She recognized Anaheim Elementary School District Superintendent Dr. Christopher Downing
for being awarded the Quantum 10 Courageous Leadership Award. Mayor Pro Tem Rubalcava
addressed the potential conflict of interest that was mentioned during public comments related to her
husband working for the City of Anaheim and being a member of IBEW. She noted that when she
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was first elected, she disclosed that her husband worked for the City of Anaheim and the City
Attorney also provided additional information about how it was not a conflict of interest.
Council Member Kurtz wished everyone Happy Holidays and thanked City staff for the work they do
Mayor Aitken shared that she had a meeting in Washington D.C. with Representative Young Kim who
represents the eastern part of Anaheim. They spoke about partnering on fire initiatives and how to
get wildfire prevention resources to the Anaheim Fire Department. She also met with Congressman
Lou Correa and noted it's a pleasure working with him because of his dedication to the people of
Anaheim. He secured a $980,000 grant for Anaheim's Safe Routes to School Program. Mayor Aitken
noted she participates in the annual National Walk to School Day because she is very passionate
about making Anaheim streets safe for pedestrians and promotes a healthy lifestyle. She along with
Congressman Correa attended the Anaheim Convention Center for the Families Together Program
event which provided over 30,000 toys to communities in need. She stated she is proud that Anaheim
was able to host it. Mayor Aitken thanked staff for attending the annual 7' floor employee open house
and thanked all City employees who do the daily work to make the Anaheim lifestyle so rich. She
wished everyone Happy Holidays.
Council Member Faessel displayed photographs and noted he attended the playground build day at
Peter Marshall Park. He shared that he received thank you cards from the kids at the event and a
thank you bracelet from the Anaheim Ducks. He referenced a photograph of his friend Monica Robles
who brought the Emprendedo@s Program to Anaheim and noted that Anaheim advocate Yesenia
Rojas was part of the recent graduating class. The program allows individuals who have a vision to
get started and teaches them how to run a small business. He attended the "Night For Others" gala
hosted by The Salvation Army Orange County and Dr. Ben Hurst. Council Member Faessel shared
that a gentleman paid $50,000 to shake special guest entertainer Howie Mandel's wrist, not hand. He
stated he, along with his Council Aides, have been following the bookmobile through District 5, which
has been delivering toys to the kids who follow the bookmobile. The bookmobile has made stops at
Anna Drive, Canfield Neighborhood, and Rio Vista Park
Mayor Pro Tern Rubalcava mentioned that Council Member Meeks attended the playground build
and was told by former Anaheim Ducks player Ryan Getzlaf that she was the hardest working person
there.
CITY MANAGER'S UPDATE:
City Manager Jim Vanderpool stated that the Brookhurst Corridor Study PowerPoint will be posted
online as soon as possible. He shared that two new playgrounds were built for the Peter Marshall
Park neighborhood. The playgrounds were designed by kids in the community and feature group
swings, slides, spinners, climbing walls, zip line, musical sensory stations, and many more amenities
that will offer more than 50 new play opportunities. Along with two new playgrounds, the park's
refresh also included new trees, shrubs, benches, and painted amenities. The west Anaheim
playgrounds will officially open this week after the concrete sets and safety checks are complete. This
build marks the 16" KABOOM! play space in the City. He thanked the Anaheim Ducks, KABOOM!,
Boys & Girls Club, Peter Marshall Elementary School, and all the hundreds of incredible volunteers
who joined to bring the community the gift of play.
The City is bringing holiday cheer to neighborhoods with "Posadas en el Vecindario" or Celebrations
in our Neighborhoods. The Mobile Family Resource Center is strolling through neighborhoods and
spreading the joy of the holidays. The City partnered with Anaheim Fire and Rescue through their
"Spark of Love" Toy Drive. Staff is making sure that toys donated through this drive get delivered to
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children in Anaheim. Unwrapped toy donations can be dropped off at any local fire station now
through December 21.
For the past eight weeks, two dozen Spanish-speaking entrepreneurs took part in a program to grow
their young business ideas. The Emprendedo@s program teaches aspiring entrepreneurs what they
need to know to build a business in this new economy. The latest class included a mom turning a
lifetime of cooking into a catering business to support her family. A longtime gardener is using his
passion to begin an environmentally friendly landscaping business. A former beauty queen is building
on her pageant experience with a style startup that aims to build confidence in young women. This
program is one way the City is helping immigrant, and first -generation residents pursue the American
Dream. So many with skills or a great idea may not know where to begin. Emprendedo@s students
learned marketing, permitting and licensing, and other ways to successfully run a business. Thanks to
the Emprendedo@s Program and the City's Economic Development team, the program has seen
nearly 100 entrepreneurs go on to build successful businesses since starting in 2016. Hopefully this
inspires others in the community, including those who might be operating on City streets today, to join
in building businesses the right way with the support of the City. On behalf of the City of Anaheim, he
congratulated all the participants. City Manager Vanderpool stated he looks forward to seeing
businesses grow in Anaheim. He noted the program will be offered again next summer.
City Manager Vanderpool stated that on behalf of the 3,000 plus City of Anaheim employees, it is a
pleasure to serve the City Council, residents, businesses, and visitors and look forward to a safe
2023 holiday season and a vibrant successful 2024.
At 7:16 p.m., Mayor Aitken recessed the Anaheim City Council to address the Anaheim Housing
Authority agenda and reconvened at 7:16 p.m.
CONSENT CALENDAR: At 7:16 p.m., the Consent Calendar was considered with Mayor Pro
Tern Rubalcava pulling Item Nos. 05, 11, and 17, Council Member Kurtz pulling Item Nos. 08, 09, and
12 for further discussion.
MOTION: Council Member Faessel moved to waive reading of all ordinances and resolutions and
adopt the balance of the consent calendar as presented, in accordance with reports, certifications,
and recommendations furnished each City Council Member, seconded by Council Member Leon.
ROLL CALL VOTE: AYES — 7 (Mayor Aitken and Council Members Rubalcava, Diaz, Leon,
Kurtz, Faessel, and Meeks); NOES — 0. Motion carried.
3. Approve recognition for Anaheim High School's Boys' Water Polo Team for making it to
D116 the CIF -Southern Section Division 6 final.
4. Determine, on the basis of the evidence submitted by PT Metro, LLC, that the property
AGR-3750.A owner has complied in good faith with the terms and conditions of Amended and Restated
Development Agreement No. 2005-00008 for the 2023 review period for the A -Town
mixed -use project located in the Platinum Triangle (1404 E. Katella Avenue).
6. Award a contract to Pioneer Chemical Co., in an amount not to exceed $40,475, to provide
D180 as -needed floor cleaning equipment repair services for the Anaheim Convention Center for
a one year period with four one-year optional renewals; and authorize the Purchasing
Agent, or designee, to enter into and execute the contract, any amendments and any
renewal options (Bid#9737).
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7. Award the contract to the lowest responsible bidder, SEMA Construction, in the amount of
$11,655,569.62, for the Lincoln Avenue Widening from East Street to Evergreen Street
AGR-14470
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;
authorize the Finance Director to execute the Escrow Agreement pertaining to contract
retentions.
10.
Waive Council Policy 4.0 and approve the Third Amendment to Agreement with AGC
Management, LLC, to continue providing golf course operation services and golf course
AGR-11776.3
maintenance services at Anaheim Hills Golf Course and Dad Miller Golf Course; amend
the Incentive Fee to 15% of net operating income over $4,000,000, eliminate the Food &
Beverage Incentive Fee, and increase the Base Management Fee to $300,000; extend the
term of the agreement by five years to expire on June 30, 2029, with two optional five-year
extensions; and authorize the Director of Community Services to exercise the renewal
options.
13.
Approve the 2023-01 Amendment to the Master Software License and Professional
AGR-10228.2
Services Agreement with Insurity LLC, successor in interest to Systema Software LLC,
extending the term for one year with an annual fee, in the amount of $74,717, for the Risk
Management Information System, and authorize the Director of Human Resources to
execute the amendment.
14.
Approve agreements, in substantial form, with twelve temporary employment agencies on
an as -needed basis for a two year period with the option to renew for an additional two
AGR-14474
years, authorize minimal changes that do not substantially modify the terms and conditions
AGR-14475
of the agreement, provided the changes are determined to be de minimis by the City
AGR-14476
Attorney's Office, and authorize the Human Resources Director to execute the
AGR-14477
agreements, exercise the renewal options, and execute other related documents
AGR-14478
necessary to implement and administer the agreements [22"d Century Technologies, Inc.;
AGR-14479
Advanced Resources LLC; Apple One, Inc.; CathyJon Enterprises, Inc., dba HB Staffing;
AGR-14480
Compunnel Software Group, Inc.; Elwood Staffing Services, Inc.; Emploi Group Inc., dba
AGR-14481
AtWork Personnel Services; Project Partners; Protiviti Government Services Inc., aka
AGR-14638
Robert Half; SuperbTech, Inc.; Tryfacta, Inc.; Volt Workforce Solutions (a division of Volt
AGR-14482
Management Corporation)].
AGR-14483
Item No. 14 Volt Workforce Solutions (a division of Volt Management Corporation)
AGR-14639
agreement was withdrawn from consideration.
15.
RESOLUTION NO. 2023-107 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF ANAHEIM amending the Personnel Rules and Policies Covering Non-
D154
Represented Full -Time and Part -Time Employees, for the purpose of modifying pay
schedules for certain classifications designated as Non -Represented Part -Time and
repealing Resolution No. 2023-084 [Administrative Intern I, Administrative Intern II,
General Services Worker, Office Assistant, Recreation Class Instructor, Recreation Leader
I, Part -Time Emergency Management Officer, Police Reserve Level II, Recreation Leader
II].
16. RESOLUTION NO. 2023-108 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF ANAHEIM declaring its official intent to reimburse certain Water Utility Fund
B130 expenditures from the proceeds of bonds or other obligations [in an amount not expected
to exceed $60,000,000].
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M142 18. ORDINANCE NO. _.._ 6564 _(INTRODUCTION) AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF ANAHEIM
repealing Sections 1.04.970 of Chapter 1.04 of Title 1 relating to the Anaheim Youth Commission.
D116 19. Receive and file the list of Professional Services Agreements signed by the City Manager in
November 2023.
BUSINESS CALENDAR:
AGR-1516 5. Determine, on the basis of the evidence submitted by Walt Disney Parks and Resorts U.S.,
Inc., that the property owner has complied in good faith with the terms and conditions of
Development Agreement No. 96-01 for the 2022-2023 review period for The Disneyland
Resort Project located in the Anaheim Resort.
Director of Planning and Building Ted White stated the item is the annual review of the Development
Agreement (DA) between the City and Walt Disney Parks and Resorts U.S., Inc. (Disney). He added
the DA has a 40-year term from beginning in 1996 and terminating in 2036. He reported five of the
seven community benefits have already been fulfilled dating back to 2006.
Director White reported one ongoing component is the ongoing development and added in the past
calendar year, Disney completed improvements and attractions such as Mickey and Minnie's
Runaway Railroad and others showing a continued expansion and investment. He added the
Anaheim Jobs Program is the second ongoing component, reporting Disney completed 23 on -site job
fairs and 100 outreach items.
DISCUSSION: In response to Mayor Pro Tem Rubalcava, Director White confirmed the City is staying
on track with its expectations of Disney, adding there is a lot of latitude in the DA's framing. He stated
the jobs program changes over time, based on Disney's needs, and noted childcare for employees is
a recent addition and a sign of Disney looking out for the needs of its employees. He also cited the
recently added and successful Disney Aspire program providing college tuition for Disney employees.
He reported the DA allows Disney to evolve over time to react to market conditions and employee
needs. He stated Disney is meeting the obligations of the DA.
Mayor Pro Tem Rubalcava stated expectations for delivery should be more clearly defined in the
future. She noted there is nothing in the DA about creating housing for the low -paying jobs created by
the Resort and stated she would like to see programs for first-time home buyers or gap funding for
affordable housing as specific reportable examples.
MOTION: Mayor Pro Tem Rubalcava moved to determine, on the basis of the evidence submitted by
Walt Disney Parks and Resorts U.S., Inc., that the property owner has complied in good faith with the
terms and conditions of Development Agreement No. 96-01 for the 2022-2023 review period for The
Disneyland Resort Project located in the Anaheim Resort, seconded by Council Member Kurtz.
ROLL CALL VOTE: AYES — 7 (Mayor Aitken and Council Members Rubalcava, Diaz, Leon, Kurtz,
Faessel, and Meeks); NOES — 0. Motion carried
8. Approve the termination for convenience of the agreement with Torres Sanitation Systems for
the construction of the Magnolia and Broadway Sanitary Sewer Improvements Project and
AGR-14028 authorize the Director of Public Works to issue a written notice of termination to Torres
Sanitation Systems.
DISCUSSION: Council Member Kurtz thanked staff for recognizing this project can be bundled with
others to reduce costs.
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MOTION: Council Member Kurtz moved to approve the termination for convenience of the
agreement with Torres Sanitation Systems for the construction of the Magnolia and Broadway
Sanitary Sewer Improvements Project and authorize the Director of Public Works to issue a written
notice of termination to Torres Sanitation Systems, seconded by Council Member Meeks. ROLL
CALL VOTE: AYES — 7 (Mayor Aitken and Council Members Rubalcava, Diaz, Leon, Kurtz, Faessel,
and Meeks); NOES — 0. Motion carried
9. Approve the Termination for Convenience Settlement Agreement (agreement), with Soltek-
AGR-13685 ECC, a Joint Venture/Jeff Katz Architecture (Soltek-ECC) for the construction of the Design-
AGR-14471 Build Fire Station 12 (Platinum Triangle) Project and authorize the Director of Public Works to
implement and administer the agreement; and authorize the Finance Director to release the
contract escrow retention funds in the amount of $57,989.92 and process a final settlement
payment to Soltek-ECC, in the amount of $154,010.07.
Approve a Design Agreement with COAR Design Group, in an amount not to exceed
$385,000, to complete the design documents to permit -ready status and provide construction
support services for Fire Station 12 and authorize the Director of Public Works, or designee, to
execute the agreement and related documents and to take the necessary actions to
implement and administer the agreement.
DISCUSSION: Council Member Kurtz requested clarification on the action for the item.
In response to Council Member Kurtz, Director of Public Works Rudy Emami clarified the City entered
into a Design -Build Agreement for Fire Station 12 with Soltek-ECC like with previous fire station
constructions but built in an out -clause foreseeing potential difficulties with the site. He reported the
City exercised the termination clause of the agreement. He clarified staff uncoupled the construction
portion of the Agreement and that the previously -contracted designer is moving forward with a design
contract ensuring construction documents will be ready for the future builder when the construction
portion is ready to bid.
In response to Council Member Kurtz, Director Emami clarified a typical Design -Build Agreement is
often a joint venture partnership between a construction contractor and a designer or architect. He
added this is being unbundled here as the City is only moving forward with the design portion. He
confirmed the $385,000 is only for design completion. He clarified the previous construction company
is no longer guaranteed to be the construction contractor when work commences. He added
construction of the station will go through the regular competitive bidding process.
MOTION: Council Member Kurtz moved to approve the Termination for Convenience Settlement
Agreement (agreement), with Soltek-ECC, a Joint Venture/Jeff Katz Architecture (Soltek-ECC) for the
construction of the Design -Build Fire Station 12 (Platinum Triangle) Project and authorize the Director
of Public Works to implement and administer the agreement; and authorize the Finance Director to
release the contract escrow retention funds in the amount of $57,989.92 and process a final
settlement payment to Soltek-ECC, in the amount of $154,010.07 and approve a Design Agreement
with COAR Design Group, in an amount not to exceed $385,000, to complete the design documents
to permit -ready status and provide construction support services for Fire Station 12 and authorize the
Director of Public Works, or designee, to execute the agreement and related documents and to take
the necessary actions to implement and administer the agreement, seconded by Council Member
Faessel. 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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11. Approve the Community Care Response Team (CCRT) Homeless Housing, Assistance and
AGR-14472 Prevention Program Subrecipient Agreement with Kingdom Causes, Inc., dba City Net, in the
maximum compensation amount of $8,354,857.11, to provide street outreach and services to
individuals experiencing homelessness for a two year term commencing January 1, 2024,
ending on December 31, 2025; and authorize the Housing & Community Development
Department Director, or designee, to execute the agreement and other documents necessary
to implement and administer the program, provided the maximum compensation authority is
not increased.
Director of Housing and Community Development Grace Ruiz-Stepter reported staff seeks Council
approval for an agreement between the City and City Net to provide outreach and related homeless
services. She added it would be a two-year contract beginning on January 1, 2024, for an amount not
to exceed approximately $8.3 million. She reported homeless services were consolidated two years
ago under the Housing and Community Development Department, allowing for a review of programs
and funding to help build a comprehensive system of care, along with a recognition of gaps in the
system. She acknowledged homeless outreach was a gap that needed to be addressed.
Director Ruiz-Stepter outlined the City's homeless system of care from the initial prevention of
homelessness to the ultimate goal of permanent housing for the unhoused. She noted the outreach
and emergency shelter steps in the process are the additions to what falls under the City's system
following the consolidation.
Deputy Director of Housing and Community Development Sandra Lozeau reported the CCRT is a
professional social services team originating as an improved method of handling non -criminal and
non -emergency homeless to Dispatch. She explained the services provided by CCRT are transport
and connection to shelter, healthcare facilities, and appointments; immediate would and comfort care;
Housing assessment and navigation; and ongoing case management. She reported the CCRT has
received 47,605 calls for service since January 1, 2021, of those calls 32,050 interactions are for
client interactions which may include duplicate interactions. She detailed the CCRT's impact on
neighborhoods including 29,222 referrals to services and resources, 11,858 assessments into the
Homeless Management Information Systems (HMIS), and ultimately leading to 485 City Net -served
clients placed into permanent housing off of the streets. She reported a 30% decline in unsheltered
homeless residents since the creation of the CCRT and an 11 % decrease in overall homelessness.
She added there have been about 34,000 calls for service to either Anaheim Anytime or the CCRT,
diverting all of those calls away from the APD.
Deputy Director Lozeau reported on the CCRT's community outreach including park outreach
conducted four times a month at different parks and educational awareness at community meetings
and events. Shre added CCRT has expanded services into other previously unserved properties
through agreements with the California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) and the Union Pacific
Railroad. She reported on CCRT's efforts to relocate homeless residents into interim housing units
into recently purchased facilities like Studio 6 and the Covered Wagon Motel. She noted 63
individuals were placed into the Studio 6 interim housing units before the 2022 Thanksgiving holiday.
She highlighted the work of the CCRT during the extreme weather conditions brought on by cold
weather and recently Hurricane Hillary in August. She discussed the new ACCESS Collaborative
Court Program for homeless residents facing legal troubles and the shared success stories of its first
few graduates. She added the program involves the County Courts which provides case
management, resource connection, transportation, and housing navigation into temporary and
permanent housing.
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Anaheim Police Chief Rick P. Armendariz reported the CCRT was created to be an alternative
response to non -criminal situations frequently prompting a call to the APD with the ability to provide
more proper services for the situation. He noted APD received 25,663 calls for service related to
homelessness. He noted there are situations where law enforcement does need to be involved due to
certain behaviors causing a safety issue, but it is imperative to have resources like CCRT available
with them to better address some of those issues. He confirmed homeless calls for service to the
APD have decreased in 2023 compared to 2022 and the calls have been served more effectively with
the CCRT's assistance. He noted it can take time to build trust to where homeless residents are
willing to accept civil services. He highlighted a couple assisted with permanent housing with
assistance from APD HALO Officers and CCRT.
Director Ruiz-Stepter reported the CCRT was initially funded by federal grants related to the COVID-
19 pandemic. She proposed funding for an expanded CCRT moving forward will come from the
State's Homeless Housing Assistance and Prevention Grants (HHAP), noting the FY 2023/24 budget
for Housing and Community Development includes $3,700,000 million of HHAP funding. She
expected the balance of this proposed contract will come from the next round of HHAP funds.
DISCUSSION: Mayor Pro Tern Rubalcava stated it is a significant amount of money invested in
Anaheim and thanked those involved. She inquired about a pilot program that would follow unhoused
individuals and if it would be included as part of CCRT.
In response to Mayor Pro Tern Rubalcava's inquiry, Deputy Director Lozeau confirmed staff began a
pilot program over the summer to better track the results of homeless residents through this
process using data and metrics to help find the high-risk/high-need individuals who cause the most
calls for service and focus on them. She cited the increase from 25 people in the ACCESS program
to 51 as evidence of the pilot program working.
Mayor Pro Tern Rubalcava highlighted areas where there are high populations of homeless
individuals and requested proactivity with the new investment.
Chief Armendariz noted homelessness by itself is not a crime and the unhoused have rights in public
spaces. He stated this is why the outreach and engagement portions of the process are essential
because some individuals are resistant to receiving services. He added it can take multiple contacts
to build trust with some individuals until they are willing to receive services. He stated they would
continue undeterred to make those contacts. Mayor Pro Tern Rubalcava encouraged Chief
Armendariz to enforce laws the City does have relative to public intoxication or drug usage.
In response to Council Member Leon's inquiry, Deputy Director Lozeau stated City Net was the lead
for this first year of the ACCESS pilot program. She added City Net will continue to be involved in the
program, however, the program has shifted to Be Well Orange County which will now have a
dedicated ACCESS coordinator. She stated City Net will continue to be helpful with the program's
logistics and case management while Be Well will take the lead with mental health and care plans.
Council Member Meeks clarified Mayor Pro Tern Rubalcava's comments by requesting the contacts
are a proactive engagement without requiring residents to report homeless concerns. She inquired
about the 19-minute response time for CCRT.
In response to Council Member Meeks' inquiries, Deputy Director Lozeau clarified Anaheim Anytime
is online reporting with reports triaged depending on the personnel required to respond to a
report and this can lead to longer response times. She added the 19-minute response time noted is
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for CCRT or APD-dispatched calls. She confirmed she encourages the public to call the hotline if
there is an issue but added Anaheim Anytime is also a viable method of contacting the City.
Council Member Meeks encouraged engaging with homeless residents as soon as possible after
being unhoused so they do not become jaded and service -resistant. Director Ruiz-Stepter agreed
with this concept but added staff has had difficulty due to a scarcity of funds dedicated to homeless
prevention. She noted even the United States Department of Housing and Urban Development and
the State have not regularly brought such funding sources forth. She reported staff does fund an
eviction prevention program using remaining funds from the pandemic -driven federal Emergency
Rental Assistance Program. She added State and federal officials are being encouraged to put more
funds towards this purpose. She added those funds did not exist before the pandemic.
In response to Council Member Meeks, Deputy Director Lozeau confirmed there are opioid settlement
funds utilized by ACCESS and the CCRT to help combat drug addiction. She added treatment beds
like the one provided by Anaheim Lighthouse are scarce, so the settlement money has been helpful.
Director Ruiz-Stepter added the City works proactively with the Salvation Army, CalOptima Health,
and Be Well OC to help find additional treatment beds, noting their scarcity.
Council Member Diaz stated there are several State laws restricting what the APD can do to help
individuals get off the streets. He cited Proposition 57 for adding to the number of homeless and
referenced laws restricting how long individuals are required to stay in certain facilities as a
detriment.
In response to Council Member Diaz, Deputy Director Lozeau clarified a team oversees the contract
looking for specific outcomes but there is flexibility for what they colloquially term "whatever it takes"
at certain times. She said a team goes through all of the invoicing because there are restricted funds
involved which must meet State requirements. She added there is also a team entering everyone into
the Homeless Management Information System creating data that staff can see through the County's
system. She reported staff has many checks and balances to ensure the success of the
program. Director Ruiz-Stepter added that outside consultant Michael Baker and Associates in
addition to staff auditing because it was at its inception funded by emergency grant dollars with a
requirement to monitor the City's sub -recipients. She noted many of the City's pandemic funds have
also been independently audited providing multiple layers of supervision before any invoices are
paid. Council Member Diaz applauded the City's multiple approaches to addressing homelessness.
Council Member Faessel cited State College Boulevard's many homeless -occupied bus shelters as a
route staff could drive daily and proactively provide outreach. He expressed concerns about the
timeliness of Anaheim Anytime responses regarding homeless -related calls.
In response to Council Member Faessel, Deputy Director Lozeau confirmed the CCRT does do
proactive work, adding there are weekly proactive park outreaches, in addition to monthly meetings
discussing top locations and individuals to focus upon. She added when the staff sees upticks in
activity along a corridor like Beach Boulevard or State College Boulevard, the CCRT will be
dispatched to perform proactive work.
In response to Council Member Faessel, Deputy Director Lozeau clarified the City does not have staff
working on Anaheim Anytime at all times, but staff does monitor it. She added some Anaheim
Anytime requests are duplicates of what City Net has already received and staff is aware City Net is
already dispatched. She added the longest gaps in full service are over weekends when Anaheim
Anytime is not fully staffed like it is on weekdays from 7:00 a.m. until 9:00 p.m.
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Council Member Faessel expressed his frustration at how well Anaheim Anytime is promoted but it is
not the ideal place to report homeless issues requiring a faster response than something like a
request for graffiti removal.
In response to Mayor Aitken, Deputy Director Lozeau confirmed staff works to promote awareness of
the CCRT hotline and added this area can always be improved. She noted homeless issues are more
complicated than graffiti removal with Director Ruiz-Stepter interjecting people may or may not be at
the reported location once City Net arrives. Director Ruiz-Stepter cited the volume of almost 50,000
annual calls compared to the annual projection of just 15,000 annually as evidence residents know to
use the hotline. She added the response time is often a bandwidth issue based on available
personnel.
City Manager Vanderpool stated he understands the City Council's concerns about response times
and noted the City Council doubled the expenditure for homeless matters in the last budget. He
echoed Director Ruiz-Stepter's bandwidth comment by stating it comes down to resources and it is a
budget issue. He added staff wants to be both proactive and responsive, but it comes down to the
number of people available. He stated this can be addressed in the FY 2024/25 budgeting process.
He noted partnerships with groups like CalTrans and Union Pacific to have access to their properties
also consume their resources servicing those spaces. He defended the team's proactivity and
responsiveness regarding bandwidth capacity and encouraged putting more resources into the
program during budgeting discussions to help alleviate the City Council's frustration. City Manager
Vanderpool stressed that homeless -related calls are exponentially the most common call for service
the City receives from the public.
Mayor Aitken recognized the hard work that City staff has dedicated to homeless matters. She added
the item brings up questions the Council would like to address. She reiterated the need to advertise
CCRT's contact information, such as freeway signage.
In response to Mayor Aitken's inquiry, Deputy Director Lozeau reported typically between 23-25% of
all contacts are moved into a sheltered environment with an 89-90% retention rate once they get to a
shelter. She noted many residents fall into homelessness at a time through events like the recent
surge in gas prices, forcing the City to quickly expand its Senior Safety Net. She noted they also have
to get people out of the shelters partly to accommodate inflow and noted the City has been adding
more housing.
Mayor Aitken reported other municipalities present a ratio stating for every person they house there
are three or four more on the streets. Director Stepter confirmed staff can track inflow information in
this way. She added the HHAP application required a five-year plan for inflow and outflow so they
have this data available but not at the moment.
In response to Mayor Aitken's inquiry, Deputy Director Lozeau confirmed Public Works employees
have personal protection equipment when they clean up an encampment along with specialized
training. Deputy Director Lozeau confirmed staff can work with the Public Information Office to put
City Net's regular reports on a public system. She added City Net is monitored daily, monthly,
quarterly, and annually.
Mayor Aitken stated for the public there are accountability measures in their City Net contract and
added they can be more transparent with the information. She thanked staff for the information
regularly provided to the City Council. She commended Deputy Director Lozeau on her responses to
Council Member Diaz on the auditing process and strict restrictions placed on the acceptance of
HHAP and similar grants.
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In response to Mayor Aitken's inquiry, Director Stepter confirmed these grant funds are audited up
front, in the middle, and at the end. She added the retention policy for documents also provides the
ability to look back if there are any concerns from years past.
In response to Mayor Aitken, City Manager Vanderpool confirmed the Finance Department has a
complete and thorough audit of the City's entire budget. He confirmed staff is tracking the homeless
funds.
In response to Mayor Aitken, Deputy Director Lozeau stated every morning they take a shelter
capacity attendance measurement. She confirmed per the legal precedent set nationally in Martin
v. Boise the City must have an available bed if it intends to enforce anti -camping
measures including specific subcategories of beds such as gender, ADA, and couples. She added
staff has to maintain a waiting list for a bed from time to time based on shelter capacity. She noted
there are bridge housing options for situations such as domestic violence.
In response to Council Member Leon's inquiries, Deputy Director Lozeau confirmed staff has to
coordinate with Union Pacific when working around their tracks to ensure the tracks are inactive when
staff enters the area. She stated the agreement with Union Pacific has been beneficial. She added
the City can also issue trespassing warnings because it is private property while noting the dangers
of staying along live rails.
Council Member Leon requested that staff explore a fiscal relationship with Union Pacific regarding
encampment enforcement. She confirmed staff can discuss the fiscal end relationship with Union
Pacific to build upon what has been created so far and the service the City is providing by keeping
their property clear of people.
In response to Council Member Leon, Chief Armendariz clarified the second team is up and running
but on an overtime basis because officers are still in training and the APD has several priorities. He
reported he expects the second team to be off of this overtime situation in January or February.
Mayor Pro Tern Rubalcava stated oversight of contractors is important to her, noting the current
problems with Republic's trash collections. She encouraged proactivity to help keep the problem from
continuing to grow. She stated she would want measurements of City Net's success when this
contract is up for renewal. She clarified her intention is not to compare the unhoused to graffiti but
rather how to best inform the residents of ideal reporting methods. She called for clarity so residents
can feel part of the process.
Council Member Diaz called for budgeting more money for this area in the next year. He stated
Anaheim will not fix its homeless problem until the State fixes many of its policies and laws.
MOTION: Mayor Pro Tem Rubalcava moved to approve the Community Care Response Team
(CCRT) Homeless Housing, Assistance and Prevention Program Subrecipient Agreement with
Kingdom Causes, Inc., dba City Net, in the maximum compensation amount of $8,354,857.11, to
provide street outreach and services to individuals experiencing homelessness for a two year term
commencing January 1, 2024, ending on December 31, 2025; and authorize the Housing &
Community Development Department Director, or designee, to execute the agreement and other
documents necessary to implement and administer the program, provided the maximum
compensation authority is not increased, seconded by Council Member Meeks. ROLL CALL VOTE:
AYES — 7 (Mayor Aitken and Council Members Rubalcava, Diaz, Leon, Kurtz, Faessel, and Meeks);
NOES — 0. Motion carried.
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12. Waive Council Policy 4.0 and approve a Service Agreement Proposal (agreement) with
AGR-14473 Fusus, Inc., in an amount not to exceed $800,000, for a video and data collaboration platform
to integrate and view public and community video sources for real time incident situational
awareness and investigations for a three year term; and authorize the Chief of Police to
execute the agreement and take the necessary actions to implement and administer the
agreement.
Chief Armendariz reported the item is a request for the City Council to waive Council Policy 4.0 and
approve a Service Agreement Proposal with Fusus, Inc. for a video and data collaboration platform to
integrate and view public and community video sources for real-time incident situational awareness
and investigations. He added it is a three-year Agreement for a sum not to exceed $800,000. He
stated it is the platform APD will use for its real-time crime center with software designed to allow the
APD to access security and other cameras Citywide (with owners' consent) wherever a situation may
occur.
Chief Armendariz stated it is a game -changer to be able to utilize technology to maximize APD
resources, better direct officers to unfolding situations, and enhance the APD's ability to assess and
respond to an active situation. He added it will lead to quicker apprehension of suspects to have
information such as a get -away vehicle's description immediately as opposed to getting the video
from the camera's owner days later when the car may be far away. He noted it can incorporate
currently existing public and private cameras along with any added in the future. Chief Armendariz
confirmed there are available restricted funds in the APD's FY 2023/24 grant budget for the
Agreement.
DISCUSSION: In response to Council Member Kurtz's inquiry, Chief Armendariz reported a unique
element to Fusus is they will partner to help the APD with community awareness and operate a
website for residents to either sign up to allow APD access to their cameras in case of an emergency
or merely to register their cameras with the APD. He noted even having cameras registered is a
benefit to the APD because it provides real time access to cameras compared to going door to door
to request footage.
In response to Council Member Kurtz's inquiries, APD Lieutenant Richard LaRochelle reported the
Fusus implementation process typically takes 6-9 weeks for software installation and training. He
added that Fusus would activate its public awareness staff's outreach efforts after this step's
completion. Chief Armendariz confirmed the APD can notify the City Council when the outreach is
about to begin.
Council Member Diaz stated this has the potential to save lives through the futuristic policing ability to
even use the City's traffic cameras in real-time.
In response to Council Member Diaz's inquiry, Chief Armendariz confirmed the APD would adhere to
privacy rights. He added the cameras will be primarily focused on public access areas while
situations are unfolding. He noted it would be impossible to monitor every camera in the City at all
times so the camera usage would be incident -driven.
In response to Council Member Diaz, Chief Armendariz stated the public's participation in this
program will be on a volunteer basis with access authorization granted from the camera owners. He
added there will be restrictions, guidelines, and waivers. He noted cameras being just registered
benefits the APD by knowing where cameras are in the event they can help a future investigation.
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MOTION: Council Member Diaz moved to waive Council Policy 4.0 and approve a Service
Agreement Proposal (agreement) with Fusus, Inc., in an amount not to exceed $800,000, for a video
and data collaboration platform to integrate and view public and community video sources for real
time incident situational awareness and investigations for a three year term; and authorize the Chief
of Police to execute the agreement and take the necessary actions to implement and administer the
agreement, seconded by Council Member Meeks. ROLL CALL VOTE: AYES — 7 (Mayor Aitken and
Council Members Rubalcava, Diaz, Leon, Kurtz, Faessel, and Meeks); NOES — 0. Motion carried
D150 17. Report on Establishment of the Anaheim Youth Advisory Council [Informational item].
Mayor Pro Tern Rubalcava expressed her excitement for this item and commended Director of
Community Services Sjany Larson -Cash.
Director Larson -Cash reported the item is an informational item about the establishment of the
Anaheim Youth Advisory Council, coming on the heels of the 2017 establishment of the Anaheim
Youth Commission. She noted the Commission is appointed by the City Council and thus subject to
the Brown Act's attendance requirement of a quorum to conduct a meeting. She reported the
Commission had regular attendance issues due to school commitments, outside employment, sports
schedules, and other commitments. She reported this issue, among others, has led to the
Commission having difficulty completing any significant work.
Director Larson -Cash stated the Community Services Department firmly believes in youth service and
due to the Commission's ongoing difficulties, has opted to establish the Anaheim Youth Advisory
Council featuring 18 members — three from each Council District — appointed by the Community
Services Department. She reported members between the ages of 14 and 18 years old and in High
School will be selected each February with monthly meetings from February through November. An
established eligibility list would be used to select new members as needed.
Director Larson -Cash reported the Youth Advisory Council will continue to provide perspective,
advocacy, and advisement to the City while participating in and contributing to City programs such as
Youth In Government Day. She stated staff aims to cultivate a more resilient and impactful Youth
Advisory Council by removing the formal restraints of an official Commission.
DISCUSSION: Mayor Pro Tern Rubalcava commended staff for bringing this item before the end of
the year on behalf of eager youth. She noted the Youth Council will be less political than the
Commission because its members are not being appointed by elected officials and thus subject to the
Brown Act.
Council Member Kurtz also thanked staff for its work in fixing the problem of the Commission set up
and providing kids a comparable chance to be involved.
In response to Council Member Leon's inquiry, Director Larson -Cash clarified the Council format will
provide the group with more flexibility in what it can do. She noted there was not much of an
opportunity for the Commission to complete projects or have lengthy discussions. She added the
Youth Council format will allow staff to include the group in many more Community Services
programs.
Council Member Leon echoed his colleague's comments and appreciated staff's work.
City Clerk Bass clarified this is an informational item and the City Council cannot take any action.
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Mayor Aitken and Mayor Pro Tern Rubalcava noted the Council took action to establish the Youth
Council with the introduction of the Ordinance presented in Item No. 18.
Director Larson -Cash stated staff values the Youth Commissioners who tried to participate and will
open this opportunity first to them for participation.
Informational item; no formal action taken by the City Council.
20. Authorize the City Manager to conduct a job classification study for the Ethics Officer position to be
D116 brought back to City Council at a later date for approval of the creation of this position.
Assistant City Manager Greg Garcia reported the item is to seek authorization for City staff to conduct
a job classification study for the Ethics Officer position, adding the specifications will be presented to
the City Council after it has been reviewed by Human Resources. He reported staff thinks the position
is a great addition and has discussed potential job functions.
Assistant City Manager Garcia stated the position would assist the City Attorney and City Clerk with
public records requests, be the City's expert on campaign finance laws and the lobbying ordinance,
along with overseeing the fraud hotline and other duties. He reported staff has researched the duties
of similar positions in other cities including training, a Citywide ethics program, and proposing
improvements to laws and policies related to ethics and conflicts and interests.
Assistant City Manager Garcia stated if the position is authorized, the next step will be creating a
classification through Human Resources to determine a salary range and other specifications. He
reported the position will be housed under the City Attorney's Office. He added the Ethics Officer
position was discussed as part of four positions to implement additional changes proposed by the
City Council.
MOTION: Council Member Faessel moved to authorize the City Manager to conduct a job
classification study for the Ethics Officer position to be brought back to City Council at a later date for
approval of the creation of this position, seconded by Council Member Kurtz. ROLL CALL VOTE:
AYES — 7 (Mayor Aitken and Council Members Rubalcava, Diaz, Leon, Kurtz, Faessel, and Meeks);
NOES — 0. Motion carried.
21. Receive an overview on the implementation of Chapter 6.101 (Hotel Worker Protections) of the
D116 Anaheim Municipal Code to provide safety and security measures for hotel workers in Anaheim
[Informational Item].
Assistant to the City Manager Brittney Malenofski introduced Chief Communications Officer Mike
Lyster and stated the item is in response to a request made by Mayor Pro Tern Rubalcava during the
previous City Council meeting. She reported the City Council adopted the Ordinance on June 271h,
establishing consistent safety and security standards to help safeguard hotel, motel, and timeshare
workers. She added the ordinance requires hotels and motels to implement security devices, staff
available for immediate response, 24-hour monitoring, mandated training outlining employee rights,
paid time to report incidents, retaliation clauses, and mandating hotels to inform guests that hotel
workers are protected. She noted several hotels have implemented the policy and the City is actively
engaged in education and outreach efforts. She added the code becomes effective on January 1,
2024.
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Chief Communications Officer Lyster reported the City has created a website for employers to find all
of the information needed to comply with the law and also resources to help implement the law's
provisions, anah(_ net/hof,1worker. He noted the City has provided an example sign for guest
notification which includes the specific language included in the ordinance. He added the website
also includes an extension request form if hotels are unable to meet the requirements by January 11
He reported the City has conducted industry outreach through the Anaheim / Orange County Hotel &
Lodging Association, Visit Anaheim, and the California Hotel & Lodging Association, along with many
local hotels on an individual basis. He added the City is ready to assist any hotel/motel that
Assistant to the City Manager Malenofski reported Code Enforcement will be hand -delivering fact
sheets to many of the smaller hotels on Beach Boulevard while an email will be sent to all hotels,
motels, and timeshares in Anaheim including the fact sheet and educational workshops.
Chief Communications Officer Lyster reported staff has been issuing a series of press releases since
September, information is prominently displayed on the City's website, and several social media
posts have been made targeted specifically to either employers or employees with the latter posts
being bilingual.
DISCUSSION: Council Member Diaz reported that employee abuse issues are occurring outside of
the Resort area in areas like Beach Boulevard.
In response to Council Member Diaz's inquiry, Assistant to the City Manager Malenofski reported
there are civil remedies built into the Anaheim Municipal Code so employees can file action against
their employer if they are not being treated properly. Chief Communications Officer Lyster added
education will be critical because civil litigation is the' primary means for employees to address issues.
He acknowledged the City has some less -than -reputable operators and added staff intended to make
extra efforts to educate workers and employers outside of the Resort area.
Council Member Diaz requested more employee outreach noting many may not be aware their
employers are treating them unfairly.
In response to Council Member Kurtz, Assistant to the City Manager Malenofski noted the employee
may seek civil remedies for violations. She confirmed the City can enforce the ordinance if needed.
She clarified employees can report the property to the City if they are not following the ordinance.
She added there would also be communication with the employer and an educational process if
needed to help gain compliance.
In response to Mayor Pro Tern Rubalcava, Assistant to the City Manager Malenofski agreed staff can
be proactively enforcing the ordinance. She added the guidelines will be available on the front
counter when hotels come to City Hall to pay their monthly Transient Occupancy Tax (TOT).
Mayor Pro Tern Rubalcava thanked staff for a comprehensive outreach to hoteliers today, particularly
the hand delivery flyers to Beach Boulevard hotels.
Informational item; no formal action taken by the City Council.
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22. Review the list of regional agency appointments and appoint or reappoint representatives to serve on
B105 the following regional agencies.
Council Member Leon reported he inadvertently discussed some of these appointments with more
than a majority of the City Council. He reported he discussed this with the City Attorney and City
Attorney Fabela informed him this needs to be stated for the record but will not preclude his
participation in this item.
Metropolitan Water District of Southern California:
(RE) APPOINTMENT: Council Member Stephen Faessel
(currently held by Council Member Stephen Faessel)
In response to Mayor Aitken's inquiry, Council Member Faessel confirmed he would like to
continue to serve in this capacity.
Mayor Aitken nominated Council Member Faessel for reappointment.
In response to Mayor Aitken's inquiry, City Clerk Bass confirmed the City Council needs to
take a vote.
NOMINATION: Mayor Aitken nominated Council Member Faessel for reappointment. ROLL CALL
VOTE: AYES — 7 (Mayor Aitken and Council Members Rubalcava, Diaz, Leon, Kurtz, Faessel, and
Meeks); NOES — 0. Nomination approved.
North Net Fire Training Joint Powers Authority:
APPOINTMENT: Council Member Jose Diaz
(currently held by Council Member Stephen Faessel)
ALTERNATE: Council Member Stephen Faessel ,
(currently held by Council Member Jose Diaz)
NOMINATION: Council Member Faessel nominated Council Member Diaz for appointment. ROLL
CALL VOTE: AYES — 7 (Mayor Aitken and Council Members Rubalcava, Diaz, Leon, Kurtz, Faessel,
and Meeks); NOES — 0. Nomination approved.
NOMINATION: Council Member Diaz nominated Council Member Faessel as the alternate. ROLL
CALL VOTE: AYES — 7 (Mayor Aitken and Council Members Rubalcava, Diaz, Leon, Kurtz, Faessel,
and Meeks); NOES — 0. Nomination approved.
Orange County -City Hazardous Materials Emergency Response Authority:
(RE) APPOINTMENT: Mayor Pro Tern Natalie Rubalcava
(currently held by Mayor Pro Tern Natalie Rubalcava)
In response to Mayor Aitken, Mayor Pro Tern Rubalcava confirmed she would like to continue
to serve in this capacity
City Council Minutes of December 12, 2023
Page 27 of 29
NOMINATION: Mayor Aitken nominated Mayor Pro Tern Rubalcava for reappointment. ROLL CALL
VOTE: AYES — 7 (Mayor Aitken and Council Members Rubalcava, Diaz, Leon, Kurtz, Faessel, and
Meeks); NOES — 0. Nomination approved.
Orange County Housing Finance Trust:
APPOINTMENT:......,., Council Member Norma Cam)os Kurtz (2-year term ending December 2025)
(currently held by Council Member Stephen Faessel)
NOMINATION: Council Member Faessel nominated Council Member Kurtz for appointment. ROLL
CALL VOTE: AYES — 7 (Mayor Aitken and Council Members Rubalcava, Diaz, Leon, Kurtz, Faessel,
and Meeks); NOES — 0. Nomination approved.
Orange County Mosquito and Vector Control District:
APPOINTMENT: ° Council Member Carlos Leon (2 or 4-year term; Council discretion)
(currently held by Lucile Kring)
NOMINATION: Council Member Leon nominated himself for a four-year appointment. ROLL CALL
VOTE: AYES — 7 (Mayor Aitken and Council Members Rubalcava, Diaz, Leon, Kurtz, Faessel, and
Meeks); NOES — 0. Nomination approved.
Orange County Sanitation District:
(RE) APPOINTMENT: Council Member Stephen Faessel
(currently held by Council Member Stephen Faessel)
ALTERNATE: Council Member Carlos Leon
(currently held by Council Member Natalie Meeks)
In response to Mayor Aitken's inquiry, Council Member Meeks requested a new alternate
because, on the nights when Council Member Faessel cannot attend, she often has a conflict
with Orange County Water District meetings.
In response to Mayor Aitken's inquiry, Council Member Faessel confirmed he would like to
continue to serve.
In response to Mayor Aitken's inquiry, Council Member Faessel confirmed the meetings are
held on the first Wednesday of the month at 5:00 p.m.
NOMINATION: Mayor Aitken nominated Council Member Faessel for reappointment. ROLL CALL
VOTE: AYES — 7 (Mayor Aitken and Council Members Diaz, Leon, Rubalcava, Kurtz, Faessel, and
Meeks); NOES — 0. Nomination approved.
NOMINATION: Council Member Kurtz nominated Council Member Leon as the alternate. ROLL
CALL VOTE: AYES — 7 (Mayor Aitken and Council Members Rubalcava, Diaz, Leon, Kurtz, Faessel,
and Meeks); NOES — 0. Nomination approved.
City Council Minutes of December 12, 2023
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Orange County Water District, District 9:
(RE) APPOINTMENT:_ _Council Member Natalie Meeks
(currently held by Council Member Natalie Meeks)
In response to Mayor Aitken's inquiry, Council Member Meeks confirmed she would like to
continue to serve in this capacity.
NOMINATION: Mayor Aitken nominated Council Member Meeks for reappointment. ROLL CALL
VOTE: AYES — 7 (Mayor Aitken and Council Members Rubalcava, Diaz, Leon, Kurtz, Faessel, and
Meeks); NOES — 0. Nomination approved.
Santa Ana River Flood Protection Agency:
(RE) APPOINTMENT: Council Member Natalie Meeks
(currently held by Council Member Natalie Meeks)
ALTERNATE: Public Works Director Rud_v Emami
(currently held by Public Works Director Rudy Emami)
In response to Mayor Aitken's inquiry, Council Member Meeks confirmed she would like to
continue to serve in this capacity.
NOMINATION: Mayor Aitken nominated Council Member Meeks for reappointment and Public Works
Director Rudy Emami for the alternate. ROLL CALL VOTE: AYES — 7 (Mayor Aitken and Council
Members Rubalcava, Diaz, Leon, Kurtz, Faessel, and Meeks); NOES — 0. Nomination approved.
Southern California Association of Governments (and Orange County Council of
Governments):
APPOINTMENT: Council Member Carlos Leon (current term ending May 2025)
(currently held by Mayor Ashleigh Aitken)
ALTERNATE: Council Member Norma Cameos Kurtz__
(currently held by Council Member Carlos Leon)
NOMINATION: Mayor Aitken nominated Council Member Leon for appointment and Council Member
Leon nominated Council Member Kurtz as the alternate. ROLL CALL VOTE: AYES — 7 (Mayor
Aitken and Council Members Rubalcava, Diaz, Leon, Kurtz, Faessel, and Meeks); NOES — 0.
Nominations approved.
Transportation Corridor Agency, Foothill/Eastern:
APPOINTMENT: Council Member Natalie Meeks
(currently held by Mayor Ashleigh Aitken)
ALTERNATE: Manor Ashleigh Aitken
(currently held by Council Member Natalie Meeks)
Mayor Aitken nominated Council Member Meeks for appointment.
City Council Minutes of December 12, 2023
Page 29 of 29
Council Member Meeks reported this Agency meets on Thursday mornings.
Council Member Kurtz nominated Mayor Aitken as the alternate.
Mayor Aitken disclosed she will be joining the OCTA Board in January in the event there is a
potential conflict of interest.
NOMINATION: Mayor Aitken nominated Council Member Meeks for appointment and Council
Member Kurtz nominated Mayor Aitken for the alternate. ROLL CALL VOTE: AYES — 7 (Mayor
Aitken and Council Members Rubalcava, Diaz, Leon, Kurtz, Faessel, and Meeks); NOES — 0.
Nominations approved.
REPORT ON CLOSED SESSION ACTIONS:
City Attorney Fabela reported Closed Session Item Nos. 01 and 05 were withdrawn from the agenda.
There were no reportable actions for Item Nos. 02 through 04.
PUBLIC COMMENTS (non -agenda items): None
COUNCIL AGENDA SETTING -
Council Member Faessel requested to recognize Anaheim Elementary School District Superintendent
Dr. Christopher Downing for being awarded the Quantum 10 Courageous Leadership Award. He
shared that Dr. Downing is the first black male to serve as Superintendent in Orange County.
Mayor Pro Tem Rubalcava requested an update on Republic Services and the issuance of penalties
for resident service disruptions. She requested an update on holding all Boards and Commission
meetings in the City Council Chamber or in an area that is more accessible to the public.
Council Member Diaz wished everyone a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year.
Council Member Leon requested to agendize the CalTrans application for the Little Arabia freeway
sign.
Mayor Aitken thanked Mayor Pro Tem Rubalcava for her service and the extra work it entails being
Mayor Pro Tem. She stated she looks forward to working with Council Member Kurtz in the new year.
Mayor Aitken wished everyone a Merry Christmas, Happy Holidays, and Happy New Year.
ADJOURNMENT:
With no further business before the City Council and without objection, Mayor Aitken adjourned the
meeting at 9:17 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
h r a Bass, CMC
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Susana Barrios
From: Gloria SMaae
Sent: Monday, December 11, 2023 11:08 PM
To: Brenda Ceja <BCeja@anaheim.net>
Subject: [EXTERNAL] Brookhurst Corridor Study December 12, 2023 PLEASE FORWARD TO ALL
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Honorable Mayor, Mayor Protem, and Councilmembers,
I look forward to hearing your comments on the Brookhurst Corridor Study.
When I considered submitting my name for the appointment of District Two's Council seat, the Brookhurst Corridor was
my #2 reason why I felt I needed to do so. (The first being revitalizing our neighborhoods in all of West Anaheim.) As
most of you know, I have been active in trying to bring attention to the needs of West Anaheim for over 20 years. It
brings me great joy to know I achieved bringing this study forward with the support of my council colleagues.
I have said that the Brookhurst Corridor has the potential to be another "Destination" such as the resort, Angels
stadium, or the future OCVibe. Little Arabia is the jewel at the center of it. Little Arabia is positioned to be a world class
destination. In addition, we have a thriving multi -cultural community within and around it. Before we can start polishing
that jewel, we need to work on the basic infrastructure. My original request was to focus on studying the entire corridor
to find where the infrastructure needed improvement and what zoning recommendations could be made to make the
corridor a more cohesive live, work, play, environment. That being said, it is clear the first phase has focused heavily on
Little Arabia. The findings from the study speak for themselves, for the most part.
would ask that you consider there are some recommendations that are concerning.
1. Reducing the number of lanes to make way for bicyclists or pedestrians on a permanent basis is not logical. Monday
through Friday traffic flow during peak time commutes should have priority. One possible solution is signage that
eliminates the outer lanes during specific times throughout the weekend. Being a tourist destination means higher foot
traffic on the weekends.
2. Guidelines need to be set that clarify what costs are the responsibility of the business and property owner and what is
the responsibility of the city. How will the funds be generated to cover the cost of the city's expenditures? The Little
Arabia businesses need to establish a BID or develop an outline on how they will fund the improvements that are
their responsibility.
3. Events such as a night market or food festival should highlight the cultural diversity of the corridor. For example:
"International Taste of Brookhurst". I have heard repeatedly from the Little Arabia community that inclusivity is
important. Cortina's, In-n-Out, Honey -baked Ham, Casa Gamino, and Mama Cozza's all reside within Little Arabia.
4. Extending Little Arabia beyond Broadway is notjustified. Beyond Broadway is majority residential. It also includes
Linbrook Bowl (65 years at this location).
5. 1 do agree with extending the boundary to the south to include the Altayebat market. It is the oldest Arab business on
Brookhurst.
The improvements to Brookhurst should be well thought out and planned. Whatever is decided, the residents will live
with for decades. Please be extremely thoughtful about your decisions.
I respectfully ask that you consider my comments. I met several times with the leaders of Little Arabia. If you would like
to hear more about our conversations, please feel free to contact me.
With much gratitude,
Gloria Sahagun Ma'ae
Susana Barrios
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Subject: [EXTERNAL] Agenda item #11 - TUE 12-12-2023: Vote NO!
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Dear Anaheim Mayor and City council:
urge you to vote NO on agenda item #11 below. As you are aware, I have spent the past 7+
years out on Anaheim streets trying to correct this homeless situation. I have THOUSANDS upon
THOUSANDS of videos and still photos to prove this, along with hundreds, if not thousands, of emails
from city staff with their lies. Most recently, at this writing, I just completed Day 14 of my 12 Nights of
Christmas trying to get homeless off our streets. You have all been copied on my photos, so you
have no EXCUSES as to why people are still living in encampments on our streets!
CityNet and these other "helpful" organizations are doing nothing more than taking advantage of
those in need and us taxpayers, while lining their own pockets with MILLIONS OF OUR DOLLARS! I
believe I have already proven that to you COUNTLESS times already!
Are you serious... paying them over $330K a MONTH for doing nothing? According to Ms "Sandy,"
they only work until 9 pm each evening. Well, as you know, the encampments typically don't start
setting up until after 9 pm. Paying them over $4 MILLION DOLLARS A YEAR and they don't
work past 9 PM? You need to get City Manager SCAMderpool to renegotiate this contract!
The City of Anaheim, along with CityNet, is on the verge of receiving a class-action lawsuit by
the residents of Anaheim. Here again Anaheim is WASTING TAXPAYER MONIES on an
organization which provides nothing to the homeless or the taxpayers.
I urge all of you to VOTE NO, and re -think /re -negotiate this contract to get this worthless CityNet on
the streets on THE GRAVEYARD SHIFT, at the bare minimum!
8 MILLION DOLLARS ....ARE YOU SERIOUS?!!!!!
Perhaps you also need to re -think your choice of city manager: SCAMderpool!
I personally have done more work, and FAR BETTER WORK, than any of these clowns in the past 7
years!
VOTE NO on Item #11.
Kathy
11. Approve the Community Care Response Team (CCRT) Homeless Housing, Assistance and Prevention
Program Subrecipient Agreement with Kingdom Causes, Inc., dba City Net, in the maximum compensation
amount of $8,354,857.11, to provide street outreach and services to individuals experiencing homelessness for
a two year term commencing January 1, 2024, ending on December 31, 2025; and authorize the Housing &
Community Development Department Director, or designee, to execute the agreement and other documents
necessary to implement and administer the program, provided the maximum compensation authority is not
increased.
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Please see the attached letter in support of agenda item #11. Thank you.
Have a great day,
CADC II, ICADC
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Anaheim Lighthouse
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ANAHEIM LIGHTHOUSE
December 11, 2023
Anaheim City Council
200 S Anaheim Blvd 71h Floor
Anaheim, CA 92805
Re: Item #11 Approve the Community Care Response Team (CCRT) Homeless Housing,
Assistance and Prevention Program Subrecipient Agreement with Kingdom Causes, Inc., dba
City Net, in the maximum compensation amount of $8,354,857.11, to provide street outreach
and services to individuals experiencing homelessness for a two year term commencing
January 1, 2024, ending on December 31, 2025; and authorize the Housing & Community
Development Department Director, or designee, to execute the agreement and other documents
necessary to implement and administer the program, provided the maximum compensation
authority is not increased.
Dear Mayor and Councilmembers,
I am writing today to express our strong support and agreement with the staff report
recommendation to approve the Community Care Response Team (CCRT) Homeless Housing
Assistance and Prevention Program Subrecipient Agreement with Kingdom Causes, Inc., dba
City Net. Anaheim Lighthouse has collaborated not only with the City of Anaheim for years, but
also City Net to provide substance use treatment at no cost to the homeless individuals they refer
to us. Since CCRT was created, the number of people we have been able to help for the city has
increased exponentially. Anaheim Lighthouse is a residential dual -diagnosis drug and alcohol
treatment center with detox services. We are licensed and certified by the Department of
Healthcare Services (DHCS).
I have personally been out many times over the years with City Net and more recently, CCRT to
see them at work on the ground. The outreach work they do is amazing and critically needed not
only to reduce homelessness, but to reduce the number of overdose deaths that are increasing
across the nation. The work they do is vital to the community. They do it with professionalism,
compassion, and dedication. If you have not been out with them, I highly recommend you join
them to see the comprehensive job they do. It is lined out briefly in the staff report as well as
some of the results, but it doesn't compare to seeing it in person.
Should you have any questions, please feel free to call me at
Sincerely,
Tamara Jim?nez CADJII, ICADC
Credential #A060491021
Community/Government Relations Manager
1320 W Pearl Street • Anaheim, CA 92801 • Phone: (714) 780-1174 • Fax: (714) 844-2068
Susana Barrios
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Good afternoon- Please find attached a comment letter for Agenda Item No. 11 for tomorrow evening's City Council
agenda urging support and approval of the proposed Community Care Response Team (CCRT) Homeless Housing,
Assistance and Prevention Program Subrecipient Agreement with Kingdom Causes, Inc., dba City Net.
Thank you for your consideration.
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December 11, 2023
Members of the City Council
CITY OF ANAHEIM
200 S Anaheim Boulevard
7th Floor
Anaheim, CA 92805
SUBJECT: December 12, 2023 City Council Meeting Agenda Item No. 11 - Community Care
Response Team (CCRT) Homeless Housing, Assistance and Prevention Program
Subrecipient Agreement with Kingdom Causes, Inc., dba City Net
Dear Honorable Mayor Aitken, Mayor Pro Tem Rubalcava, and Members of the City Council:
I am submitting this written public comment to respectfully urge you to approve Agenda Item
No. 11 on the December 12, 2023 Regular City Council Meeting Agenda. Approval of this item
would continue the successful Community Care Response Team (CCRT) Homeless Housing,
Assistance and Prevention Program Subrecipient Agreement with Kingdom Causes, Inc., dba
City Net.
I first encountered City Net in Anaheim nearly ten years ago when I was part of the leadership
team at Sa-Rang Community Church ("SRCC"), located at 1111 N. Brookhurst St., Anaheim,
CA 92801. SRCC was looking to connect our congregation's desire to engage homelessness
in the city with real solutions that would end homelessness. We began to trust City Net as a
leading voice in mobilizing compassion and care in the city, and in channeling efforts from city
and county agencies, the business community, volunteers, non-profit organizations, and the
faith community into common conversation around ending homelessness in Anaheim. For
years I and other members of the SRCC team enthusiastically participated in the Anaheim
Homeless Collaborative meetings convened by City Net in partnership with the City, to work
together across sectors to coordinate care.
Over time, I learned more about City Net and their great work in the city and grew to admire
their work so much that I accepted an invitation to join the City Net Board of Directors in 2021.
1 was eager to learn how they had grown as an agency to rapidly institute high -quality
programs and services to meet such profound needs across the region. What I have learned
as a Board Member has confirmed what I saw from a distance —that City Net is not only filled
with professional staff who are compassionate, knowledgeable, and committed to solutions,
but that as an agency, City Net operates with the highest level of accountability and
professionalism.
City Net has achieved a long organizational history of excellence, efficiency, and integrity in
administrating complicated homeless services programs like CCRT in Anaheim. To manage
the complexity of more than 50 contracts, which together exceed $35 million annually, City Net
has a robust system of financial management guided by Generally Accepted Accounting
Principles (GAAP). City Net has achieved a Platinum Level Seal of Transparency (the highest
rating possible) with GuideStar for the past five years, including 2023. City Net is also a Four -
Star ranked nonprofit organization with Charity Navigator (also the highest rank).
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Anaheim 12/12/2023 City Council Meeting — Agenda Item No. 11
Since City Net has received ESG funding in Anaheim, each year since 2016, City Net has
completed third -party monitoring visits through the City of Anaheim by the City's contracted
monitoring agency, Michael Baker International. These seven monitoring visits (annually from
2016 through 2022) have included thorough reviews of all financial and programmatic systems,
policies, and procedures to ensure strict adherence to HUD standards. Michael Baker
International has reported no findings on City Net's financial or programmatic systems in any of
these seven these monitoring visits. In fact, they have been so impressed with City Net that
they have referred other cities they work with to City Net to engage City Net's homeless
services.
Additionally, since 2020 City Net has undergone annual financial audits for both internal and
external accountability, including a mandated audit for receiving over $750K in federal funding.
Evidence and reports of City Net's clean audits from 2020, 2021 and 2022 can be produced
upon request. City Net operates in the black, has never declared bankruptcy, has no
outstanding litigations or claims, and has no impending office closures, mergers, or
acquisitions.
To conclude, again, I respectfully urge you to vote yes on Item No. 11, to continue City Net's
longstanding service to neighbors experiencing homelessness in the City of Anaheim.
Sincerely,
Ken Lee
Board Member
Kingdom Causes, Inc., dba City Net
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Hi Friends... please see attached. Thank you.
Dr. Ben Hurst
Managing Director
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Project Lead, The Center of Hope
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The City of Anaheim
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Dear Grace,
I am writing to personally commend the efforts and tremendous community -wide impact of
CityNet's work in Anaheim. I have had the great opportunity to get to know the leadership
team at CityNet well. Their professionalism, missional commitment, creativity, and resilience
have impressed me on many occasions.
CityNet has been and continues to be an important partner with The Salvation Army and the
Center of Hope in Anaheim. They are a key component of the City's comprehensive system
of care for the unhoused. I also regard them to be some of the foremost experts in the
homeless street outreach space today.
Thank you for the continued great opportunity to serve the City of Anaheim.
Sincerely,
Dr. Ben Hurst
Director, The Center of Hope
Anaheim, CA
10200 Pioneer Road • Tustin, CA • 92782 • Office (714) 832-7100 • Fax (714) 832-2361 • www.orangecounty.solvationarmy.org
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From: Love Anaheim
Sent: Tuesday, December 12, 2023 6:44 AM
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Subject: [EXTERNAL] Public Comment for Anaheim City Council Meeting of 12/12/23, in
Support of Item Number 11
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Dear Mayor and Honorable City Council Members:
I am Nathan Zug, the Executive Director of JMh — Anaheim / Love Anaheim.
I am in support of Item 11 on the December 12, 2023 City Council Meeting Agenda. This item
would continue the successful Community Care Response Team (CCRT) Homeless Housing,
Assistance and Prevention Program Subrecipient Agreement with Kingdom Causes, Inc., dba City
Net.
I met the City Net leadership in 2013, and for the past ten years, I have partnered with them closely to
address homelessness in Anaheim. City Net has grown to become a valuable partner in the city's
efforts to address homelessness. Their work in engaging homeless neighbors where they are living
unsheltered is a critical component to the overall system of care which is working so well in the city.
JMh / Love Anaheim has partnered with City Net on multiple projects and programs including the
"Better Way Anaheim" Program launched in 2017, which is still going strong. In 2021 during the
Pandemic JMh / Love Anaheim partnered formally with City Net at one of the emergency quarantine
facilities the city established in a resort district hotel, to house our most vulnerable homeless
neighbors.
These partnership opportunities have given me an insider's look at City Net as an overall
organization, and I believe them to be committed to solutions, collaborative, compassionate,
knowledgeable, and trustworthy. I believe City Net operates with integrity and holds themselves to
the highest standards - I support them both personally and professionally. I respectfully support
item 11 to continue the City Net CCRT program.
Sincerely,
Nathan Zug
JMh — Anaheim / Love Anaheim Executive Director
" —together we will change the culture of Anaheim by spreading goodness, meeting needs and demonstrating
kindness."
Nathan Zug
JMh - Anaheim Executive Director
Love Anaheim Leadership Team
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Subject: [EXTERNAL] Submitted for Public Comment: Please Support Ceasefire
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Dear Members of the City Council:
I am an Anaheim resident, but wish to remain anonymous due to fear of the current political climate. I ask that you
respect this request as my intent is foremost centered in compassion.
Please address the concerns of citizens by proposing a resolution for an immediate and lasting ceasefire in the ongoing
conflict between Israel and Gaza.
This conflict has led to a surge in hate crimes against both the Jewish and Muslim communities in Orange County. It is
crucial to protect these communities, as hate crimes have increased by 7% overall in 2022, with over half targeting Jews.
Furthermore, there has been a 216% increase in Islamophobia and a 400% increase in Antisemitism reported since
October.
It is a tragedy that 1,200 Israelis and foreigners were attacked and killed, with over 230 taken hostage by Hamas on
October 7th. Additionally, over 20,000 Palestinians have been killed, including 10,000 children, due to IDF
bombardment, resulting in 1.7 million displaced persons within Gaza. Reports suggest that Israel Defense Forces are
using Al to target individuals and calculate if civilian casualties from a missle strike are acceptable, removing a human
aspect of decisions made in war.
The collapse of the health structure in Gaza is causing disease to become a leading cause of death, according to the
WHO. By prolonging this war and neglecting basic infrastructure needed to support life in Gaza and the West Bank (i.e.,
shelter, clean water, food, medical care, etc.), Isreal and we, the United States as an ally of Isreal, risk fueling future
extremism and terrorism.
It is essential to acknowledge that American Jews and Muslims have led protests for human rights and peace, and it is
necessary to differentiate between religion and politics or government actions. It is crucial to recognize that this conflict
is between two military entities, with the majority of casualties being civilians and children. Our Jewish and Muslim
communities are being impacted by this violence.
I strongly urge you to support an immediate and indefinite ceasefire by passing a resolution or making an official
statement.
Thank you for your consideration.
Yours truly,
An Anaheim Resident
Susana Barrios
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Dear City Council Members,
I submitted this letter to you all on Thursday of last week and did not see it addressed at your meeting this past Tuesday. I
also do not see it on the archive of this past meeting on the city website. Please let me know why and what I should do to
get your attention on this matter.
Thank you,
Nancy
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Dear City Council Members,
I am a U.S. citizen and have been a resident of Anaheim almost all of my life. I love my city. I believe it is time for our city
to stand up for humanity and pass a resolution calling for a permanent ceasefire in Gaza. Our resolution should demand
the release of all hostages (Palestinian and Israeli), it should call for unrestricted entry of humanitarian assistance into
Gaza. It should demand the restoration of food, water, electricity, and medical supplies to Gaza. Our resolution should
demand for the respect of international law, and it should call for a resolution that protects the security of all innocent
civilians in Gaza.
The veil has been lifted and like me the majority of the world will never be the same after witnessing mass murder, crimes
against humanity, and international laws and Geneva Convention accords being violated by the Government of Israel.
As stated by the United Nations Secretary -General Antonio Guterres, the attacks by Hamas on October 7th did not
happen in a vacuum.
Palestinians have been living under oppression for 75 years. Their homes literally stolen at gunpoint by settlers that were
not even born in Palestine. If you don't know the history, please do your research and learn factual historical events.
It's come to light that the Israeli Government never wanted to live in peace with Palestinians because their intentions
were always to seize all of Palestine to call it Israel. Please do not fall into the false narrative that Palestinians want to
destroy all jews. That is a false pretext put in place to justify the killing and land theft of Palestinians.
I hope and will be demanding that our city do the right thing. The moral thing. Stand up for humanity. Enough is enough.
No more killing babies, kids, children, women and men who are all innocent and are civilians.
Thank you for reading my message. I do expect it to be present at the next City Council Meeting
I look forward to your response.
Best,
Nancy Mendez
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Consistently every week, not one item regarding the improvement of district 1.
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Goodmorning my name is Michael Wauschek I am a concern citizen we need to protect each especially in these times.
There is so much hate especially to our fellow Arabic community. They been increasing racial attacks on for no good
reason all because they look middle eastern. That the mainstream media, iseral have so much self hate that they are
willing to whatever it take to crush Palestine. They willing to play the lowest of balls. They claim that all Arabic but
especially fellow Palestines brother & sisters that they support hamas. Which is false because not all support them. For
the ones I have entered their homes. I felt so welcome. They always that your comfortable as feed such delicious food.
see someone being attack or even been harassing someone I am standing up. Happy holidays.
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